First Forward Living-Learning Community

The First Forward Living-Learning Community (LLC) is a residential experience designed to support Ospreys who identify as first-generation college students. First Forward aims to ease the transition to college by providing an extra layer of support and increased connections to resources, faculty, staff and first-generation peers.

Eligibility & Course Requirements

• Complete the Housing Contract & LLC and Interest Housing Application
• Enroll in ENC 1143, Rhetoric and Narrative, in the Fall (specific CRN TBD)
• Live in the designated community, Osprey Crossings, with other first-generation LLC students
• Support/Attend Living-Learning Community events and programs

Program Objectives:

As a member of the First Forward LLC you will:

• Form a social support network with other first-generation LLC students
• Engage closely with faculty and staff
• Develop academic skills that will foster student success
• Identify strengths and advance personal growth, leadership and development through self-assessment and mentoring

Campus Partners & Who to Contact

The First Forward LLC is a partnership with Housing and Residence Life and Undergraduate Studies.

Katie Sarria

Assistant Director, Retention Initiatives, Undergraduate Studies

Katie.sarria@unf.edu

Sheresa Divens

Coordinator for Educational Initiatives, Housing and Residence Life

s.divens@unf.edu

Amy Lorenz

Associate Director, Housing and Residence Life

amy.lorenz@unf.edu