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First-Generation+ Resource Center

Phone 414-229-7234
Email uwmfirstgen@uwm.edu
Website https://uwm.edu/firstgen/
The First-Generation+ Resource Center (FG+RC) is located in Union EG39. This office is a student fee funded entity and is primarily dedicated to working with and promoting diversity, equity, and social justice on campus.
Categories: Centers for Advocacy and Student Engagement, Student Union

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  • Photo of three people sharing a couch. The photo is taken from below, on an angle, toward their faces. All three seem to be enjoying whatever they are viewing together, they are attentive but not smiling, so it is not comedy. The person in the middle has a large bowl in their lap, so it appears they are also sharing a snack

    Snack & Chat

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join fellow yappers as we watch clips from popular TV shows and movies and discuss what makes a relationship healthy. Snacks provided!

  • UndocuAlly Training banner

    UndocuAlly Training

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for this crucial workshop to learn how to support and undocumented and under-documented students and communities. Your participation will help foster a more supportive environment for all. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0444A4AB2AA7FB6-63050811-undocually#/

  • Yellow and turquoise banner. White text reads "Roots & Wings Week". Black lettering reads "5th Annual Breaking Stereotypes One Plate at a Time". Five white bubbles are filled in with flags of various nations: Mexico, Argentina, India, Cameroon, and Germany

    5th Annual Breaking Stereotypes One Plate at a Time

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    The people who give you their food give you their heart. — Cesar Chavez This cultural exhibit will transport you around the undocumented world through food, art, and knowledge. Join the Dreamers Initiative in celebrating the diverse contributions of the …

  • Green and pink banner image. Green lettering reads "Financial Aid Help Sessions" just below it, in pink lettering reads "with Julie" below this reads "at the First Generation Resource Center" and "FAFSA, Scholarships, Tuition, Payment, Grad School" reads along the top of the image

    Financial Aid Help Session

    Financial Aid Help Session
    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Got financial aid questions? FAFSA got you in a twist? Trouble breaking down your tuition? Drop into the FG+RC to meet with a financial aid expert every other Thursday. No appointment needed. Open to all. For questions and to ensure …

  • Beyond Borders Brunch and Screen Printing event banner

    Beyond Borders Brunch

    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us to celebrate immigrant journeys over brunch! Connect with students, staff, and faculty while having some yummy breakfast treats. Participants will also be able to screen print their own UWM tote bag in celebration of immigrant journeys. Limited supplies, …

  • Yellow banner image. "SHAW Counseling" reads in black lettering, below it white lettering "Let's Talk", and below that black text "In-Person", and small text "Brief confidential conversations with a counselor"

    Let’s Talk

    Let’s Talk
    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Whether it’s stress, sadness, relationship problems, academic concerns, or coping with the impact of world events, sharing your concerns with another person can make a positive difference. “Let’s Talk” is a program that provides brief, informal, consultations for UWM students …

  • Aquamarine banner image of the Lawton Scholars logo. It is a turquoise circle with a graduation cap in the middle. 5 straight lines forming a semi circle are coming from the top button of the cap, "Lawton Scholars" read at the bottom.

    Lawton Deadline – Reach Out Verification Form

    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    ALL Lawton Scholars must submit their Reach Out Verification Form by Friday, April 24th 2026. Pro Tip: the Center for Student Experience & Talent has information about community engagement opportunities on campus! Contact uwmlawton@uwm.edu with any questions!

  • Aquamarine banner image of the Lawton Scholars logo. It is a turquoise circle with a graduation cap in the middle. 5 straight lines forming a semi circle are coming from the top button of the cap, "Lawton Scholars" read at the bottom.

    Lawton Deadline – E-Portfolio

    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    ALL Lawton Scholars must submit their E-Portfolio Presentation to Canvas by Friday, April 24th 2026. Contact uwmlawton@uwm.edu with any questions.

  • Photo of a crafts table. The cutting mat fills about half the table and assorted crafts tools like scissors, rulers, spools of twine and cloth are littered about the desk. The desk is untidy.

    Calm & Crafty

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Dive into a world of relaxation, crafts, and solidarity, as you create wearable accessories to show your support on Denim Day.

  • Banner featuring purple swirls as the background. A cartoon hand with its index finger pointing upwards, it has a speech bubble that says "I'm First". Underneath the hand reads "UWM First Gen"

    First-Gen Art Competition Celebration

    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    And the winner is... Come celebrate our first-gen community as we announce the winners from our first-gen art competition! Multiple winners will be chosen, and a gallery of art will be on view.

  • Green and pink banner image. Green lettering reads "Financial Aid Help Sessions" just below it, in pink lettering reads "with Julie" below this reads "at the First Generation Resource Center" and "FAFSA, Scholarships, Tuition, Payment, Grad School" reads along the top of the image

    Financial Aid Help Session

    Financial Aid Help Session
    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Got financial aid questions? FAFSA got you in a twist? Trouble breaking down your tuition? Drop into the FG+RC to meet with a financial aid expert every other Thursday. No appointment needed. Open to all. For questions and to ensure …