A-WEEK 2025
FIRST-GEN WELCOME
Kick off A-Week with food, swag, and fun at this First-Gen Razorback hangout! Connect with A-Week Leaders and the Transition Programs team as you begin your U of A journey.
COFFEE AT THE CORD
Jumpstart A-Week with Coffee at the CORD! First-Gen Razorbacks are invited to enjoy coffee, pastries, and good company while connecting with peers before the week kicks off.
MENTAL HEALTH
Connect with UARK CAPS clinicians, explore mental health resources, try out an Adventure Therapy activity, and learn about the Understanding Self & Others group counseling opportunity.
WALK & TALK TOUR
Take a guided tour of Pat Walker Health Center and discover the wellness resources available on campus. Explore spaces like the medical clinic, CAPS, SEAR, and the Wellness Lounge, with UREC and Wellness staff on hand to share how they support your health and well-being.
WE ARE FIRST-GEN TOO
Start the year off right by connecting with fellow first-gen students, faculty, staff, and student success coaches from Fulbright College. Enjoy breakfast pastries while building your support network and gaining tips for a strong start to the semester.
ENGR 101: HERE’S THE TEA
Get insider tips on thriving as a first-gen engineering student at the U of A! Hear from Associate Dean Dr. Kevin Hall, connect with peer mentors, and pick up academic strategies from our coaching team during this interactive session.
EXPLORE MULLINS
Explore Mullins Library with a fun, riddle-filled scavenger hunt! Start at the Information Desk, solve clues to discover library spaces, then head to the Makerspace for button and sticker making. Prizes for early finishers!
NETWORKING LUNCH
Enjoy a free lunch while connecting with faculty who understand the first-gen experience. Meet supportive mentors, build meaningful campus connections, and kickstart your journey with guidance from those who’ve been there. Sponsored by Transition Programs & Initiatives and the Honors College First-Generation Mentoring Program.
NATURE WALK WITH UREC
Join our UREC Outdoors staff as they guide you through a morning stroll through some beautiful local trails to experience the calm of the Natural State! Event is from 8:30 to 10:30 AM. Meet at HPER 102,
UREC will provide transportation to Mount Kessler for trail walk.
WALTON FIRST-GEN KICKOFF
Get insider tips for academic success, hear stories from upperclassmen, and connect with faculty, advisors, and fellow students. Enjoy free food, fun activities, and Walton swag as you start your college journey with confidence and community.
SCHOOL OF ART
Celebrate the start of the year with the School of Art at this drop-in event for first-gen students! Enjoy snacks and create artwork to display on moveable walls in the Fine Arts Center Lobby, on view through the first week of classes. Stop by any time from 1 to 4 PM in the FNAR Center lobby.
BUMPERS COLLEGE 101
Kick off your journey at Bumpers College with support from faculty and staff who understand the first-gen experience. Hear their stories, gain practical academic tips from the Dean’s Office team, and get answers to your first-year questions in a welcoming, supportive environment.
FIRST-GEN GET HIRED
Are you looking for a job on campus? Join us for resume and interview tips to be equipped for your job search!