First Generation Project
What is it? | The First Generation Project (FG) aims to increase the number of First Generation students in the post-secondary education system, whether it be in college, university, or in an apprenticeship program. |
Area of focus |
Access to Post-Secondary Education Support for Post-Secondary Students |
Agency/ Provider | Ryerson University and partners. |
Description | For Post-Secondary Students: The FG Project also assists students who are already attending a post-secondary institution. The FG Project offers continued support in the form of information sharing about scholarships and bursaries, networking, volunteer opportunities, and social events. For High School Students and Youth: The FG project motivates students in high school, as well as youth who are currently out of school, in pursuing their education past high school. Through the services it provides, the FG Project helps students explore their future academic and career options. |
Communities Served | First Generation students who will apply to/ or who are in the post-secondary education system (whether it be college, university, or an apprenticeship program). |
Languages Served | The program is in English. |
Website | http://www.ryerson.ca/studentlife/trimentoring/about-us/first-generationproject.html |
Contact Information |
If you are interested in the First Generation Project, please contact: Rudhra Persad: rudhra1.persad@ryerson.ca 416 979 5000 ext. 4185 or Allysa Martinez: amartinez@ryerson.ca 416 979 5000 ext. 7988 |
Client Outreach and Support Tips | These services are free, but on campus events for community youth must be booked in advance as we only host 2-3 per semester. |