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At Utah State University, your journey can take a variety of forms. Aggie First Scholars is here to support you in whichever path you take. Learn more about our pathway.

Choose Your Path
At Utah State University, your journey can take a variety of forms. Aggie First Scholars is here to support you in whichever path you take. Learn more about our Engagement, Scholar, and Leader pathway, to choose which pathway is for you!
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Scholarships
Thanks to the Ivory Foundation, Hansen Foundation and anonymous donors, Aggie First Scholars awards rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students academic scholarships. The scholarship application opens in the spring on the Scholarship Universe platform. Elligibility is determined based on enagagement in Aggie First Scholars and GPA. 
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Work With Us
Aggie First Scholars is a student centered organization that employs our first-generation student leaders in a variety of capacities to lead our organization. In March, we hire for the followng roles: Student Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator, Team Leads, and Peer Mentors.The application can be found on Aggie Handshake. Contact chloe.ridenour@usu.edu for questions.
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Aggie First Scholars Committees
The Aggie First Scholars Committee was created to empower and develop student leaders. Members can choose to join one of four committees: Professional Development, Community Engagement, Alumni, or Campus Partners. Each committee collaborates with a faculty member to organize a university event that aligns with its mission. This is a once-a-month commitment and an excellent resume builder.
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Events

Celebration & Social Events 


Aggie First Scholars hosts large-scale social events. From our Back-to-School mini golf tournament to the I Am First banquet on national first-generation student day.  These events are meant to honor and recognize our first-generation students, faculty, and staff. 

Speaker Series

Starting in October, Aggie First Scholars hosts The Speaker Series every other Thursday. This event is designed to give Aggie First Scholars additional exposure to their opportunities at the university and cover relevant topics such as resume building and creating budgets. Students in USU 1050 receive credit for attending the speaker series.
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Mentorship Opportunities
All first-generation students are eligible for a peer mentor. Your peer mentor will provide helpful campus updates, connect you with other first-generation students, and meet with you once a month for a mentor meal. These complimentary meals, provided by dining services, offer an opportunity to network with fellow first-generation students, build community, and engage with your peer mentor.
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