The GradFirst Student Fellowship (GFF) program was aimed to support first generation graduate students who enroll in the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences graduate programs affiliated with the Urban Collaborative (UC). While earning their degree, Fellows worked as research assistants under the guidance of the GradFirst Faculty Advisor. In this capacity, Fellows conducted literature reviews, data collection, data management, and analysis, including the creation of data visualizations, in support of faculty projects. Fellows also took part in UC sponsored events, including trainings, talks, and small group discussions with faculty and their peers.