First-in-Family Programs (FiF) support Columbia’s first-generation undergraduates and those who identify as first-gen, helping them thrive in the college environment. FiF offers a variety of events, including seminars, resource panels, academic advising, social events, and informal support, to build community and help all Columbia students excel. If you're an incoming first year student and have questions about joining the First-in-Family First Year Seminar for the Fall 2026, email us at fif@columbia.edu. Otherwise, follow us on Instagram at @fifcolumbia to stay connected!
First-in-Family is excited to announce our Spring '26 programming, featuring the new First-in-Family series: Adulting 101! Check out all of our sessions and events listed below.
Spring 2026– CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DATE & TIME
|
LOCATION |
EVENT |
February 13 | 401 Lerner | Palentines Event ft. Friendship Bracelets |
February 27 | Zoom | Law School Info Session ft. Victoria, Harvard 1L and former FiF Peer Adviser |
March 13 | 401 Lerner | Pre-Spring Break Self Care Day |
March 27 | 401 Lerner | Thrifting NYC! |
April 9 | Ben & Jerry’s | Free Cone Day excursion (this date may change) |
April 10 | 401 Lerner | Deans and Donuts - Fall registration check-in |
April 24 | 401 Lerner | All Things Study Abroad |
May 6 | 401 Lerner | Seis (6!) De Mayo Study Break! |
| TBD | Theater and Career Outings! |
Questions? Feel free to email fif@columbia.edu for more info.
Other Amazing Upcoming 2026 Events…
- ADULTING 101: Breaking the Ice, Networking Your Way to the Top, TBD
- ADULTING 101: Understanding Your Money, TBD
- ADULTING 101: Apartment Hunting, Friday, TBD
- Movie Night (ft CU actors!)
- Midterm Meet-up
- Is Graduate School for Me?
- Fellowship & Research Opportunities
- Study Abroad
- And More!!
Past Events!
Hudson Yards Career Outing
FiF Football Tailgate