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FYE Programs

FYE Programs

STARTING POINT FOR YOUR UA JOURNEY

About Us

First Year Experience supports your academic and social transition into the campus community. From large welcome activities with all of your classmates to small group programs for building connections with others, we have something to support you in building your legacy at UA.

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Compass Talks

Discuss goal setting, involvement opportunities, and resources for your personal success through individualized conversations.

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Current Catch

Catch the current of renewed energy and direction to align habits, mindset, and goals with the natural flow of university life through workshops, study pods, and peer support systems.

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Freshman Forum

Discover your leadership potential and make a difference in the community while connecting with peers, faculty and staff.

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FYE Fridays

Join students and friends of FYE on the third Friday of each month to connect over food and fun activities at Russell Hall 300.

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Navigators

Be the Navigator of the first-year experience by serving as an ambassador for the Office of First Year Experience! 

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New View

Establish a connection and develop community with other out-of-state students through mentorship, small groups and monthly socials.

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Out 2 Lunch

Engage in conversation to discover common interests with faculty outside of the classroom to increase confidence for your academic journey. 

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Phi Eta Sigma

Phi Eta Sigma is a national honor society celebrating the academic accomplishments of first-year college students across the nation. 

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