The Intersection has had many engaging events over the past few years. Visit our annual events page or browse our upcoming events below.

September 2025
  • First Generation Welcome Back Social
    Join us for our fifth annual First Generation Welcome Back social! This is a perfect opportunity to learn more about the services we provide for first generation students, faculty, and staff at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. You can sign up for our…
    Date: Friday, September 5, 2025 - 10:00am
     Location: Student Union (SU) - Room 121
  • First Gen Forward Workshop: Academic Pathways
    Learn more about what to expect from your academic journey at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ as a first generation student. This session will cover classes, financial resources, and general best practices for creating good habits.
    Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - 1:00pm
     Location: Student Union (SU) - Room 208 B
October 2025
  • Fall 2025 Professors' Circle
    The Professors' Circle is a monthly engagement series that encourages discussions between new and junior faculty on the intersections of university life. Topics September 3:  Let’s Chat!  Get your favorite…
    Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 - 10:00am
  • First Gen Forward Workshop: Finding the Balance
    Get some inside strategies on how to manage life, family, school, and work from first generation students just like you.
    Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - 12:00pm
     Location: Student Union (SU) - Room 209
  • First Gen Forward: Meet The Intersection's First Gen Mentors
    Have questions about campus life? Stop by our office and chat with one of our TiPS peer mentors. They are first generation students just like you who can provide real feedback about anything you choose to talk about. Come…
    Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 - 12:30pm
     Location: Student Union (SU) - First Floor, Room 121
November 2025
  • Fall 2025 Professors' Circle
    The Professors' Circle is a monthly engagement series that encourages discussions between new and junior faculty on the intersections of university life. Topics September 3:  Let’s Chat!  Get your favorite…
    Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 10:00am
December 2025
  • First Gen Forward Workshop: Art Therapy
    Take a moment to breathe, and let your artistic talents flow. Activities will include: slime making, painting/coloring, creating vision boards or just hanging out with a warm cup of coffee. Available while supplies last.
    Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - 10:00am
     Location: Student Union (SU) - First Floor, Room 121