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Spring 2026 Welcome Back Event for First-Gen Students!
The First-Gen Center invites all first-generation students to kick off the new semester at our Spring 2026 Welcome Back to Campus Event!
Date: Jan. 21Location: Maxcy CollegeTime: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join us for free food, community, and a Campus Resource Fair featuring partners such as the Career Center, the Center for Integrative and Experiential Learning, Off Campus Housing, Student Success Center, National Fellowships & Scholarships and Office of Undergraduate Research. It’s a great chance to reconnect, meet new people, and discover resources to support your success this semester.
We hope to see you there!
Admission Cost: free.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Tour of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport
First-Gen Students, who are thinking about studying abroad or who have never flown on an airplane are invited to attend a Tour of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport on Friday, January 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our group will receive a tour of the airport and hear an overview of what you need to know to prepare for international travel and information about various careers in aviation.
Sign-up no later than Friday, January 16. Registration Link: https://uofsc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9LizyDTrn3DG4iG.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Spring 2026 First-Gen Mentoring Program Kickoff
Join us for the Spring 2026 First-Gen Mentoring Program Kick-Off!
Meet the first-gen mentors
, Learn about networking
, Learn how you can sign up for the Spring 2026 Mentoring Program
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Refreshments will be served.
Check-in begins at 6:30pm
, Event Time 6:30-8pm
, Location First-Gen Center in Maxcy College (1332 Pendleton St)
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Registration requested. Sign up by Jan 20: https://signup.com/go/uETSUmW.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
First-Gen Internship Info Session
FIRST-GENERATION CENTER — Internship Program Info Session
January 28, 2026
, 5:30–7:00 PM
, Maxcy Lobby/Hub
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Ready to take the next step toward your career?Join us for a hands-on workshop for first-gen students designed to help you search for internships, sharpen application materials, and gain confidence in the process.
Sign Up to save your spot!
https://signup.com/go/VEGLVvy
We hope to see you there!
Admission Cost: free.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
First-Gen Education Abroad Workshop
Interested in studying abroad? Join us on Thursday, February 12, from noon to 1 p.m. to learn about the process and turn your study abroad dreams into reality.
Location: First-Gen Center in Maxcy College (1332 Pendleton Street).
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
First-Gen Networking Dinner
First-Gen Networking Dinner sponsored by Dominion Energy.
Wednesday, March 4th
, Check-In: 6:45pm
, Event time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
, Location: Capstone Campus Room
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Majors in the following schools and colleges are invited to attend:
Darla Moore School of Business
, Molinaroli College of Engineering & Computing
, College of Information and Communication.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Capstone 101 - Campus Room.
First-Gen Connections Fair
First Generation Center — Connection Fair
Join us on March 18, 2026, at Maxcy for a vibrant Connection Fair created just for first-gen students! Learn about campus resources, meet supportive partners, and discover opportunities to help you thrive.
Date: March 18, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Maxcy
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Come connect, learn, and build your community—we can’t wait to see you there!
Admission Cost: free.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
End of Year Mentor Program Drop in Lunch
End of Year Mentor Program Drop in Lunch
Join us on March 31, 2026, at the Maxcy Hub for lunch designed to support, empower, and connect first-gen students. Stop by to meet fellow students, access helpful resources, and enjoy a welcoming community space.
Date: March 31, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:15 PM
Location: Maxcy Hub
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We look forward to seeing you there!
Admission Cost: free.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
See event description for more details.