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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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  • A human hand reach toward a model of a hand, in homage to Creation of Adam by Michelangelo

    Courageous Conversations: Creativity vs. AI

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

    Join us for a conversation exploring the relationship between creativity and artificial intelligence. We'll discuss how AI is changing the way we create, the questions it raises about originality and expression, and how we can navigate the future of creativity together. 

  • An aesthetic, warm-toned digital flyer centered against a brown background, featuring cozy lifestyle illustrations. At the center is a collage sign that reads **"I'm First, She's First, WE'RE FIRST"**, with text below inviting first-generation women and femme-identifying folks to a journaling and storytelling event on **Thurs, Nov 19 from 1PM - 3PM in Union EG39**. Surrounding the central flyer are illustrations of an open journal with a pen, a glass of iced coffee with whipped cream, a mug of coffee with heart foam art, a stack of colorful vintage books, and miniature polaroid photos.

    I’m First, She’s First, We’re First

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

    Join us in the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) for a journaling experience curated to celebrate First-Generation+ women and femme identifying folks. Stop in anytime between 1-3 pm for journaling, iced coffee, and enjoy some friendly conversation. We are …

  • Informational flyer titled "Let's Talk with SHAW" from the Student Health and Wellness Center featuring illustrations of two people talking across a table, dates for Fall 2026, and a QR code.

    Let’s Talk Counseling in First-Gen+

    Let’s Talk Counseling in First-Gen+
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us in the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) for drop-in conversations with SHAW counselor, Cady! Come talk about anything that's going on in your life - school, family, friends, relationships - whatever is on your mind!...

  • Promotional flyer for "Financial Aid Help Sessions with Julie" held every other Thursday at the First Gen Resource Center from 11 AM to 1 PM. Dates listed: 10/1/26 10/15/26 10/29/26 11/12/26 12/3/26 12/10/26 Contact info for questions and accessibility: First-Generation+ Resource Center at uwmfirstgen@uwm.edu or (414) 229-7234.

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Got financial aid questions? FAFSA got you in a twist? Trouble breaking down your tuition? Drop into the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) to meet with a financial aid expert. No appointment needed. Open to all.

  • Informational flyer titled "Let's Talk with SHAW" from the Student Health and Wellness Center featuring illustrations of two people talking across a table, dates for Fall 2026, and a QR code.

    Let’s Talk Counseling in First-Gen+

    Let’s Talk Counseling in First-Gen+
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us in the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) for drop-in conversations with SHAW counselor, Cady! Come talk about anything that's going on in your life - school, family, friends, relationships - whatever is on your mind!...

  • Promotional flyer for "Financial Aid Help Sessions with Julie" held every other Thursday at the First Gen Resource Center from 11 AM to 1 PM. Dates listed: 10/1/26 10/15/26 10/29/26 11/12/26 12/3/26 12/10/26 Contact info for questions and accessibility: First-Generation+ Resource Center at uwmfirstgen@uwm.edu or (414) 229-7234.

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Got financial aid questions? FAFSA got you in a twist? Trouble breaking down your tuition? Drop into the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) to meet with a financial aid expert. No appointment needed. Open to all.