First Generation Connections
Welcome to the First Generation Connections program! Our goal is to ensure that all students, including first-generation, receive the tools they need to be successful at Lamar University. Being first-gen at LU means your parents or guardians did not complete a four-year college or university degree in the United States.
Research shows that the barriers to success for first-generation students are not just academic. Social, emotional, and physical barriers can be just as impactful. We invite the Lamar University campus community to join us as we build a network for first-generation students to thrive and grow.
Fall 2024 Events
Week of Welcome Neon Night
Friday, August 23
Communities and Connections Meet Ups
Wednesday, September 11 &
Wednesday, October 16
Noon - 1 pm, Setzer Student Center
A special event for Cardinal Community participants and First Gen Connections students. We'll have free food, information, and fun activities!
Coffee and Conversations
Wednesday, November 6
8 am - 10 am
Lobby, Center for Resiliency, Cherry Engineering Building
First Gen Resource Fair
Thursday, November 7
Noon - 2 pm
Setzer Student Center Atrium
First Gen Essay Award Luncheon
Friday, November 8
Noon
Reaud Executive Suite
NASPA Annual Conference
March 15-19, 2025
New Orleans, Louisiana
Advisory Council
Dr. Wilma R. Jackson, Chair
Director of Strategic Initiatives
Pamela Comer
Director of the McNair Scholars Program
Dr. Gabriel Crosby
Assistant Vice President of Student Success
Andre Favors
Instructor, Communication and Media
Nirmal C. Gope
Coordinator for Peer Mentoring, Student Tutoring and Retention Services
Shaqueta Lewis
Manager of Graduation and Services
Contact Us
Dr. Freddie Titus
Vice President, Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Initiatives
Dr. Wilma R. Jackson
Director of Strategic Initiatives
Email: wjackson10@lamar.edu
Phone/Fax/Email:
Phone: (409) 880-7169
Fax: (409) 880-7131
Email: sicr@lamar.edu
Office Hours & Location:
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
912 West Virginia
Beaumont, Texas 77705
Physical Address:
912 West Virginia
Beaumont, Texas 77705
