First Generation Student Union

M.J. Larrazabal identities as a first-generation Latinx woman on the pursuit of the American Dream. A formerly Undocumented-turned-DACA recipient, MJ recently achieved a life goal: becoming a US citizen.

This timely talk offers students an opportunity to explore the intersection of their various identities and consider the importance of voting rights and the impact of elections on those who cannot vote.

Registration Link in our bio!

FGSU is looking for new students to join the E-Board!

Applications are now open and close October 8th.

More information on the positions and the application: https://forms.gle/qwzMKJS4LMKRg27o7

Pre-enrollment can be a difficult and stressful process to navigate. Well you’re in luck, your First Gen family will walk you through the process. As well as give some advice on what classes to take!

We are one of 170+ affinity, cultural, and professional student organizations a part of the Cornell for Black Lives Coalition that is committed to utilizing their networks to amplify the black voices on campus in promoting activism and education to combat both blatant and implicit racism. As FGSU we are proud members of this coalition.

Acknowledging our financial privilege and resources at Cornell, we have started a fundraiser to support the ongoing movements against racial injustices, addressing both inequality in Ithaca and nationally. All donations will be split equally between Tompkins County Showing Up for Racial Justice, Southside Community Center, Communities United for Police Reform, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, and Black Lives Matter for Greater New York. Students, friends, family, alumni, and other community members, please show you support if you can donate, share, and check out this initiative for additional resources. With your help, we can magnify our impact to dismantle systems of oppression.

You can donate through:

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/rs6fpv-cornell-4-black-lives
Venmo: