Triton Firsts — Build Belonging. Empower Futures.

At UC San Diego, 37% of incoming freshmen and transfer students are first-generation college students. Their talent, resilience, and ambition are vital to our campus community. Triton Firsts is a comprehensive, campuswide initiative that brings together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to celebrate, support, and amplify the journeys of first-generation students.

Through a year-round calendar of events, mentorship, and scholarships, Triton Firsts fosters belonging, provides critical resources and highlights the extraordinary contributions of our students.

Your gift today will:

• Create community through socials, mixers, alumni panels and visits from prominent first-generation leaders.
• Build career readiness through workshops, mentorship, and professional networking opportunities.
• Celebrate the identity and resilience of first-gen students through dedicated events and the iconic First-Gen Stole, a visible badge of pride.
• Remove financial barriers through scholarships, opening doors to internships, research opportunities, study abroad and other transformative experiences.

Every dollar makes a meaningful impact on our students! 

Invest in First-Gen Futures

From first day to graduation and beyond, your support helps first-gen students find community, confidence, and opportunity at every step.

 

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