New Gen: Recent Episodes
Peer Coaches
In this episode, Evelyn and David talk with guest Christian Hall about his experience with balancing a career in the military and getting a bachelor's as first-generation student.
In this episode, Bibi hosts Angelica Shenouda and Krickett Friend from the First-Gen Club at UNLV.
Tune in as they discuss their unique experiences as First-Gens and the importance of getting involved on campus.
Tune into this episode to hear an open discussion about the transparency of first-gen struggles. Bibi and Rebekah dive into topics ranging from balancing multiple responsibilities as a college student, to the pressure that comes with being the first in your family to attend college.
The students from the University of Nevada Las Vegas who make up the Mason Undergraduate Peer Research Coaches are creating this series. We are all interested in creating a better environment for first generation students who are interested in pursuing higher education. We hope that this series provides comfort and value to anyone listening who is interested in creating a more inclusive workspace and education environment. We hope you enjoy this episode: feel free to reach out with any suggestions or questions.
In this episode Vinicus and Evelyn talk about what their superpowers are and how their expereinces as "First Gen" has contributed to developing them. We strive to help listeners imagine their personal superpowers and give examples of how to use them in daily living situations.
Last year the senior peer coaches did research on the deficit mindset directed towards First Gen. They share key takeaways from their research. We hope to inspire all students to reach their full potential through the path that best fits them.
We start off our new podcast series discussing the term "First Gen". We use this term often to identify ourselves as being the first generation in our family to attend postsecondary education. However, when did this term "First Gen" start and why and who does it include. Click here to listen.