Alumni are welcome! Please join the First Generation Initiative as we seek to: (1) reflect on shared experiences through the power of storytelling; (2) complicate our notions of failure by examining historical and ongoing systemic barriers that undermine success; (3) affirm our shared strengths in resilience and resourcefulness; and (4) build and strengthen community ties.

Network with faculty, staff, and students over dinner through activities and learn about campus resources. Performance by Kadence Keys, a UC Santa Cruz band inspired by funk, R&B, and neo soul. See full program for the evening's events.

This event would not be possible without a generous gift from the Jacques M. Littlefield Foundation.

Keynote storyteller: Adilah Barnes (Cowell ’72)

A heartfelt thank you to our cosponsors! Alumni of UCSC; CADrc/Rainbow Theater; Baskin School of Engineering Undergraduate Affairs; Center for Innovations in Teaching and Learning; Division of Student Success; Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Slug Stories/College 10; Student Health Center

Want to be added as a sponsor or table at the event? Please complete this form.

Download Life Happens event flyer.

Questions? Contact firstgen@ucsc.edu.