GSPROUD
You won’t want to miss out on GSProud Week! Make sure to mark your calendars for the events the week of November 6th – our student board has been working tirelessly to plan and execute a week of fun, community building, empowering events! You might be asking, “What is GSProud?!?” In short it is a week of visibility and celebration for all who identify as first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) at Georgetown. During this week of celebration, we highlight the great stories, contributions, and achievements of our FGLI student population. We encourage FGLI faculty, staff, and our beloved GSP Grads to join in on the celebration online via our social media campaign or in-person at our events! We are aligning our week of celebration with the annual FGCC Day (opens in new tab)! Be sure to join in our social media campaigns to share why you are #GSProud and at our events!
GSPROUD Calendar of Events
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero at this year’s GSProud celebration, where the theme is all about #GSPower! Owning your #GSPower means embracing your FGLI identity, recognizing the unique perspectives you bring, and enriching our campus community. This year, we’re on a mission to empower every student to embrace their first-generation, low-income background and find strength in being trailblazers in their families. We’re not just celebrating – we’re educating and engaging campus partners and allies on how to best support and uplift GSPers. With a marketing approach featuring comic book, superhero, and pop-art style graphics, get ready to join the ranks of GSP superheroes and make this celebration one for the books!
GSProud: Let’s Chalk
Join us for “Let’s Chalk!” at 11 PM as we transform Red Square into a canvas of unity and awareness, kicking off the GSProud celebration. Grab your chalk and be a part of this colorful display that symbolizes our commitment to supporting first-generation and low-income students!
GSProud: Kickoff
Join us as we kickoff the start of GSProud week on Monday, November 6th from 12 to 3 PM on Healy Lawn — a week of visibility highlighting the presence of first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) college students on Georgetown’s campus. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to eat Paisano’s, pick up some exclusive #GSProud merch and swag, and come share why they’re #GSProud! We’ll have snacks, music, swag, wellness kits, and engaging conversations as we come together to raise the visibility of our celebration. Let’s kick off GSProud in style! This event is open to the whole community! Accommodation requests can be sent to opl6@georgetown.edu
GSProud: GSPaint and Sip
Join us for GSPaint and Sip, a creative gathering in McShain Lounge from 6:00-7:30 PM on Tuesday, November 7th. This event combines a guided paint session from Muse Paint Bar with delectable snacks from Compass Coffee, offering a space for community, self-reflection, and the celebration of our GSPowers. Don’t miss this inspiring evening of art and togetherness!
GSProud: First-Generation Faculty and Administrator Panel
Join us for a captivating discussion at the First-Generation Faculty Panel on Wednesday, November 8th from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Lohrfink Auditorium, Rafik B. Hariri Building. Our esteemed panelists, including Pamela Fox (English Professor in College of Arts and Sciences), Roxanne Mirabal-Beltran (Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing), and Claudia Arias-Cirinna (Associate Vice President and Dean of Students), will candidly share their first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) experiences. This educational event is not just for FGLI students, staff, and faculty; it’s an opportunity for the broader community to learn about this facet of identity and how to best support and advocate for their FGLI peers. Bring your friends to join us for a night of inspiration and transformation and discover the power of embracing diverse backgrounds! Accommodation requests can be sent to opl6@georgetown.edu.
GSProud: Community Dinner
Join us for the GSProud Community Dinner from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the HFSC Social Room on Thursday, November 9th. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together with your fellow GSPers, enjoy some delicious food, and celebrate our collective pride and unity. Don’t miss this chance to connect and savor the moment!
GSProud: GSPhoto
Our annual GSPhoto is the ultimate GSProud tradition. GSPers gather on the Healy Steps for an annual photo that represents our community and place on campus! Don’t miss the iconic GSPhoto event from 1-3 PM on Healy Steps, Friday November 10th! Wear your new swag to commemorate the spirit and unity of our community, our actual photo will be taken at 2PM SHARP. This will be the final chance to get your proud swag! We will have food options. It’s a day of celebration you won’t want to miss!
