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Thousands of BU students are the first in their families to attend college or to seek graduate and professional degrees. We proudly call them “Terrier F1RSTS.” We admire the resilience and self-reliance of these trailblazing students and strive to provide practical resources to help them succeed. Get to know some of our Terrier F1RSTS by checking out the videos on the “Learn More” page.
We are excited to highlight three of our military-affiliated Terrier F1RSTS on Veterans Day! We thank ALL of our military-affiliated students, whether they are veterans, active duty, ROTC, in the Reserves, or family members! Name: Tony Cameron Home State: North Carolina Undergrad Institution: University of Massachusetts Lowell Current Degree Program: Master of Social Work, Online Program […]
Boston University's Spring Induction Ceremony for the Gamma Iota Chapter of the Alpha Alpha Alpha National Honor Society took place on November 4, 2025. We welcome these inductees to the Boston University Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society:
Join the Newbury Center and the entire BU community as we celebrate the achievements and experiences of our first-generation undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. While the official date for the National First-Generation College Celebration is November 8th, we're celebrating for a whole week. The Newbury Center and the entire BU community events: Monday, November 3rd: […]
Let’s give a round of applause to Stephanie Campos, a first-gen BU alum and East Boston resident, on her appointment to Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s SPARK Boston Council, where she’ll connect young adults to civic engagement and community impact. Learn more about Stephanie's story in BU Today's latest article. Read Stephanie's Story Here
Brianna Perales turned her passion for problem-solving into hands-on research through BU’s REM-Includes program, gaining lab skills and confidence as a first-gen engineering student. The program continues to open doors for first-gen and low-income students, giving them early access to groundbreaking STEM opportunities. Learn more about how BU students are bridging the opportunity gap in […]
You can now schedule holistic advising meetings right in your MyBU Student Portal! Under the Advising panel, you'll be able to schedule, cancel, and keep track of your meetings all in one place. What is Holistic Advising? Our professional staff is here to support you throughout your time at Boston University, and one method is […]
What is a first-generation undergrad student? A student in the first generation of their family to go to college (i.e., a student whose parents/guardians/caregivers did not earn bachelor’s degrees, although elder siblings and cousins may be attending college already or have earned four-year degrees). What is a first-generation graduate/professional student? A student whose parents/guardians/caregivers did […]
Jayde Best's first-gen journey is one many of us can relate to: navigating a new beginning, self-discovery, and finding community. After discovering the Newbury Center and being introduced to Maria Dykema Erb, Jayde knew she wasn't alone. Learn more about Jayde's story in BU Today's latest article. Read Jayde's Story Here
Boston University is proud to have been named a First-gen Forward institution. This designation recognizes our commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes of first-generation college students.