McGill First Generation Orientation Event

The McGill First Generation Orientation event, organized by Campus Life & Engagement, took place on August 31st, 2021. The event highlighted the importance of supporting first-generation students and fostering allyship with Indigenous communities. It featured various sessions including introductions, peer support discussions, student panels, and social activities. The event aimed to provide resources, support, and a sense of belonging to first-generation students at McGill.

• McGill
• Orientation
• First-Generation
• Campus Life
• Indigenous Communities

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1. McGill First Generation Orientation Brought to you by Campus Life & Engagement August 31st, 2021

2. Land Acknowledgment Although we are located in many different spaces today, McGill is located on unceded Indigenous lands in Tiohti :ke/Montreal, which was originally founded by the Kanien keh :ka Nation. As settlers, our presence on this land contributes to the dispossession and ongoing oppression of Indigenous peoples. Our goal is to promote learning and promote allyship with local Indigenous communities, by honouring and respecting the many nations removed from, as well as those still connected to this land.

3. Agenda Introductions and Welcome Remarks with Prof. Angela Campbell and Dr. Terri Givens Icebreaker on Glimpse Wellness and Resilience with Sarah Towle 12:00 12:15 12:15 12:20 12:20 12:35 1st Up: Peer Support with Naya El Mokbel and Homa Azodi Resources and Supports with Daria Lisus 12:35 1:25 First-Gen Student Panel and Q&A 1:25 1:30 Closing Remarks and Feedback 1:30 2:00 Social Activity

4. Who We Are The First Generation Student Support project is an initiative out of the Office of the Provost, headed by the Associate Provost (Equity & Academic Policies), Prof. Angela Campbell, in collaboration with Campus Life & Engagement (CL&E) and many first-generation students. We aim to support first-generation students throughout their time here at McGill as well as celebrate their major milestones.

5. Welcome Remarks Dr. Terri Givens, Dr. Angela Campbell, Provost s Academic Lead and Advisor on the Action Plan to Address Anti-Black Racism Associate Provost (Equity and Academic Policies)

6. Speed Friending In pairs (10 min) Accessing Glimpse: 1. Click the link in the chat 2. Type in your name 3. Give permission for your microphone and camera 4. Chat! Introduce yourself (your name, faculty) A fun fact about yourself or what you ve been up to this summer What are you most looking forward to at McGill? What is your biggest goal for this semester? Glimpse Link: https://app.joinglimpse.com/jo in?key=12C6423

7. Who is a First-Generation student? Many definitions! A student whose parents or care-givers did not complete a four-year, postsecondary degree. This can include: Students whose parents did not complete a four-year degree in Canada or the United States. Students who are or were youth in care.

8. What does it mean to be First-Gen? Being a trail-blazer Determination to succeed Life experience Social intelligence & awareness Living a double life

9. First-Gen Challenges & Strengths Challenges: Intergenerational knowledge The "hidden curriculum" Imposter syndrome Financial struggles Alienation Strengths: Resourcefulness Enthusiasm Curiosity Determination Being a role model for others

10. Taking care of ourselves Self-care plan What does this look like for you? Physical, mental, environmental, financial, social Three things you will commit to this year Seeking out support Friends & family Professional support Seeking out belonging First-Gen peer support Media: books, movies, podcasts, etc.

11. Dont ever doubt that you deserve to be here.

12. 1st Up: Peer Support

13. Services and Resources

14. Student Panel: First-Gen Journeys Sara Mneimneh (Science, U2) Britney Vu (Arts, U2) Naya El Mokbel (Science, U3) Homa Azodi (Arts, U3)

15. Q&A Session In small groups (15 min) Talk to an upper year First-Gen student about their experience at McGill!

16. Thank you! We would love to know which events you'd like to see in the future: https://forms.office.com/r/HFLnDr4fv0

17. Dont forget to check out McGill 101 on myCourses! McGills online orientation platform designed to prepare new undergraduate students for a successful McGill career! Every time you complete a module on myCourses and earn an award, you will receive an entry into our end of summer prize draw! Module topics include: Students Finances, Getting Involved at McGill, and McGill s Academic Culture.

18. Dont forget to check out McGill GradLife Orientation (GLO) on myCourses! McGill s online orientation platform designed to prepare new graduate students for a successful McGill career! Every time you complete a module on myCourses and earn an award, you will receive an entry into our end of summer prize draw! Module topics include: Graduate Finances, Getting Involved at McGill, and the Supervisory Relationship.

19. Connect with CL&E firstyear@mcgill.ca facebook.com/CLEMcGill @clemcgill 514-398-6913 If we don t know the answer, we know someone who does!

20. Social Activity Glimpse Room 1 Group Discussion Skribbl.io Room 2 Room 3