How to Engage with First2 Network

Our members have the opportunity to engage in a number of ways.

Join our online community and network with other professionals interested in First Generation student success in STEM
Receive quarterly newsletters where you can learn about First2 Network progress
Funding to attend face-to-face biannual network meetings for professional development, program sharing and discussion

Engage in discussions, post resources on our website and social media
Keep us informed of the initiatives and programs happening in your community to educate all members about STEM programs
Introduce the First2 Network to potential partners in your networks
Invite a colleague to come to a First2 event
Share our work with your contacts and inviting them to join

All the benefits of a networking member
Funding opportunities to host student internships
Funded professional development opportunities
Input into the design of high-quality STEM programming
Opportunities to feature your organization as a NSF partner working to include more under-represented people in STEM
Feature page or section on our Website

All expectations of a networking member
Co-create and sign an institutional level Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the First2 Network
Help First2 Network connect with key leaders in your institution and communities through personal outreach
Serve on a working group and contribute to our work.

All the benefits of a network member.
Voice into the regional agenda related to the STEM workforce and STEM initiatives.
Input into the design of high-quality STEM programming.
Opportunities to feature your organization as a National Science Foundation Alliance Sponsor working to include more underrepresented people in STEM.
Feature on our Website.
Shared marketing opportunities for press releases leading up to and following events.

All expectations of a networking member.
Sponsor a program, event, student or teacher: Look over our current sponsorship opportunities list.
Introduce First2 to potential philanthropic partners.

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