Are you a first-generation college graduate? Bellevue College wants to hear your story! In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the TRIO team invites faculty and staff to share their experiences as first-generation college students and graduates.
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Share Your First-Generation College Story and Inspire Students
Are you a first-generation college graduate? Bellevue College wants to hear your story!
In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the TRIO team invites faculty and staff to share their experiences as first-generation college students and graduates.
What Should You Share?
Faculty and staff who were the first in their families to attend college or earn a degree are encouraged to submit personal stories reflecting on their educational journeys. Stories may include:
- Challenges you faced while navigating college.
- People, programs, or resources that helped you succeed.
- Lessons you learned along the way.
- How being a first-generation college student influenced your career or life after graduation.
- Advice or encouragement you would offer current first-generation students.
Your experiences can help students feel connected, supported, and inspired as they pursue their educational goals.
How to Participate
Email your story or questions to Mailari Muñoz at mailari.munoz@bellevuecollege.edu. You may also contact Mailari for more information about how the stories will be shared.
Show Your Support on Nov. 10
The TRIO team also encourages faculty and staff to wear buttons displaying the message, “I support or I am a first-generation college student,” in recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day.
Help Bellevue College celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of first-generation college students and graduates.
Submission deadline: Please submit your stories by Friday, November 6.
Last Updated November 2, 2026