First Generation

Navigating college and career readiness can be overwhelming when you are a first-generation college student.  This affinity group will provide advice, resources, and networking opportunities tailored to your needs to help you gain the most from your college experience and feel more confident and prepared after graduation. 

Who is first-gen?

Depending on who you’re asking, the definition of first-gen students can be a bit different.  Here at the Fleishman Center, we are keeping it simple.

  • Students whose parents/guardians did not complete a 4-year degree 

Finding a Mentor through Mentor Match

Finding a Mentor through Mentor Match

How many of you have a mentor? When I started college, I wasn’t exactly sure what a mentor even was. Now, I understand how valuable a mentor can be for exploring career options. Being …

By Lexie Avery, MS '15
Lexie Avery, MS '15 Senior Associate Director, Student Engagement and Career Readiness
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How Binghamton University Prepared External General Counsel, Glenn Moss to “live a life of words”

Binghamton University alum Glenn Moss provides insight on the importance of reading and writing skills when practicing law, how to remain open to unexpected opportunities, tailoring your resume by industry, and much more! Like this advice? Connect with Glenn on

By Glenn Moss
Glenn Moss
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Get in-person tax help and file for free!

If your federal adjusted gross income (FAGI) was $73,000 or less in 2022, you qualify to receive free virtual tax assistance from the Department of Taxation and Finance through their TAP program. You can register to attend a virtual session directly …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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First Generation Alumni Feature: Jessica Samboy

First Generation Alumni Feature: Jessica Samboy ’08, MSW ’10

The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development spoke with Jessica Samboy, a first-generation/ EOP Alumni from the College of Community and Public Affairs. She is an Integrative Wellness Coach and …

By Yaleza Fernandez
Yaleza Fernandez
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Featured Resources

Binghamton University’s Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development has partnered with Visions Federal Credit Union to help improve student …

Virtual program connects first-generation students with first-gen marketing professionals for advice and discussions.

This guide provides first-generation college students with the resources they need to have a successful start of their college journeys.

Success Coaches support undergraduate student learning through personalized coaching appointments, weekly supportive accountability groups, workshops, and access to virtual resources.

Get In Touch

Phone
607-777-2400
Address

University Union 133

Office Hours

Office Hours Walk-In Hours
M 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Noon - 4 p.m.
T 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Noon - 4 p.m.
W 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Noon - 4 p.m.
TH 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Noon - 4 p.m.
F 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Noon - 4 p.m.

Learn more about career consulting appointments here!