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First-Year Experience

The First-Year Experience (FYE) provides exceptional transition programming and resources that prepare new students to be successful at Emory University. We create opportunities for students to explore academic pathways, initiate social connections, practice health and well-being, and develop a sense of community and belonging, through intentional and creative collaboration with university partners.

 

Your First-Year Experience at Emory Consists in 3 Parts:

Summer Onboarding: Before you Arrive (May - Move-In)

  • The Summer To-Do List: All action items to complete before you arrive
  • Academic Advising & Course Registration: Everything you need to know to successfully register for your first semester courses
  • Welcome Webinars: Practical advice for preparing for your arrival & year
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Move-In & Orientation Week (August)

  • Move into your Residence Hall, receive your Emory Card, and participate in three days of programming to get students oriented to campus, connected with peers, and introduced to resources
  • International students will move in early for required programming called International Student Welcome (required for F-1 Visa holders)
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First-Year Fall & Spring Semesters

  • Emory Weeks of Welcome
    • Six weeks of highlighted activities and events including Student Involvement Fairs starting the first day of classes
  • 'Success at Emory' General Education Requirements
    • ECS 101 (Fall only): Explores topics around the transition to college, community & well-being, academic experience, and professional pathways
    • HEALTH 100 (Fall only): Explores time management, stress, sleep, nutrition, physical activity, sexual health, mental health, and more
    • PE (Fall or Spring)
  • FY Residence Life (Fall and Spring)
    • Songfest, hall meetings and gatherings, Swoop Chats, and more within your residential community
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