First Generation

Welcome to the First Generation Student Career Community, a platform dedicated to uniting students and community members who identify as first-generation college students, as well as those who support and ally with them. This community serves as a welcoming space for sharing career resources, advice, and opportunities, with a focus on empowering individuals from multiple backgrounds. Whether you’re seeking job opportunities, seeking career guidance, or simply connecting with others who share similar experiences, you’ll find valuable resources and support here. Explore upcoming events, access job opportunities, and discover resources to support you on your career and academic journeys. We invite everyone to join us in building a supportive environment for all.

6 Strategies for Building Community in Online Courses

Sometimes, a group of students in a given class just seems to gel. They connect, work well together, and encourage and support each other. Sometimes a group of students does not gel. They barely interact, they don’t work together, and …

By Sage Mauldin, PhD
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Seven Tips for First-Gen College Students from a First-Gen College Grad

This resource article is available in English and Spanish below. It can also be translated into other languages using the Select Language tab at the top of this website.

My name is Alison Paxtor and I am a first-generation California …

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8 strategies for students and recent grads to stand out when applying to jobs

In a highly competitive job market, standing out is crucial. We asked eight professionals, including a Chief Human Resources Officer and a Head of Growth, to share their unique strategies. From harnessing the power of cover letters to telling a …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Executive Excellence: Building a Thriving Career Roadmap

Career planning is an indispensable compass for any professional with ambitions of a thriving executive journey.

Yet, for executives immersed in the daily rigors of managing teams and navigating complex challenges, the prospect of carving out time for comprehensive career …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Becoming Indispensable: Your Key to Thriving at Work

There’s an undeniable appeal to being the go-to person in the world of professional ambitions.

When your boss needs a project leader, colleagues seek your advice, and project reports are incomplete without your feedback, it’s easy to relish the feeling …

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Career Resources

Online MBA Resources

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Marketing Association

American Marketing Association

American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

American Constitution Society

American Constitution Society

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The University of Oklahoma
338 Cate Center Drive, Rm. 381
Norman, OK 73019