Our team specializes in working with students who are the first in their families to pursue a bachelor's degree.

Student appointment and drop-in hours concluded on the last day of instruction December 10, 2025. Online booking for student appointments will return for the spring 2026 semester once classes are in session again. Please check back in late January for the most updated availability!

If you have an urgent concern and need to speak with someone, please email us at firstgen@illinois.edu.   

Spring 2026 Schedule 
COMING SOON -Check back closer to the start of classes for updated availability!

Outreach flyer of FGSI advisors, topics for appointments can include exploring research, study abroad, extracurriculars, choosing a major, career, and internship development, support with transition to u of i, navigating homesickness, social life, housing, and RSOs, locating academic and financial resources

Meet with Jordan
Outreach flyer of FGSI advisors, topics for appointments can include exploring research, study abroad, extracurriculars, choosing a major, career, and internship development, support with transition to u of i, navigating homesickness, social life, housing, and RSOs, locating academic and financial resources

Meet with Roxanne
Outreach flyer of FGSI advisors, topics for appointments can include exploring research, study abroad, extracurriculars, choosing a major, career, and internship development, support with transition to u of i, navigating homesickness, social life, housing, and RSOs, locating academic and financial resources

Meet with April