![The session, "“Understanding First-Generation Student Experiences to Create an Inclusive and Equitable Classroom” is at noon Tuesday, April 20.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/NewsSlide_FCE_OYE_FirstGen_14April2021.jpg.webp?itok=oR5SVPLY)
While discussing first-generation student characteristics and experiences, instructors will learn what strategies can create a more transparent, inclusive and equitable classroom experience for all students. The session is set for noon, Tuesday, April 20.
![More than 80 percent of CSUSB students are first-generation, meaning their parents have not competed a four-year college degree.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/NewsSlide_FirstGen_20Nov2020.jpg.webp?itok=hV2E_4ch)
CSUSB held a series of events to celebrate first-generation students and their successes as part of the second annual First-Generation College Celebration held Oct. 23-Nov. 6.
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CSUSB held a First-Generation Summit where about 70 students, faculty and staff heard the reflections of CSUSB alumni who shared their experiences.
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CSUSB’s First Year Experience hosted the reception as part of its new initiative, I’m First Alliance, a program to support new first-generation students.
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CSUSB’s First Year Experience hosted the reception as part of its new initiative, I’m First Alliance, a program to support new first-generation students.