First Gen Faculty & Staff
Being a first-generation college graduate and professional is a remarkable achievement that reflects resilience and dedication. Triton Firsts celebrates this community by fostering connection and visibility among First Gen faculty and staff, bridging their experiences with current students to build a stronger, more inclusive UC San Diego.
Show Your First Gen Pride
Badges are a great way to highlight your First Gen identity or your support for the First Gen community. You can add them to your email signature, Zoom profile, or other professional spaces to spark connection and visibility. Browse the badges below and use the SharePoint link to download the full set.
Triton Firsts Badges
These UC San Diego–specific badges connect you directly with the Triton Firsts initiative. Displaying them is a simple way to show your pride and signal your role as part of UC San Diego’s First Gen faculty and staff community.
UCOP First Gen Badges
Designed by the University of California Office of the President, these badges allow you to proudly share your First Gen identity across the UC system. Perfect for systemwide recognition and visibility.
First Gen Supporter Badges
If you are not First Gen yourself but want to show allyship, these supporter badges are a great way to demonstrate your commitment to uplifting First Gen students and colleagues.
In accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories.
- More information about Article 1, Section 31 of the California Constitution (also called Proposition 209) can be found here.
- More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here