The First-Year Experience (FYE) is a comprehensive approach to ensure that first-year
students at CU Denver make a successful transition to college. To assist
with this transition, the university offers the First-Year Seminar (FYS) program
and numerous engagement activities. FYS courses are optional classes specially
designed to assist first-year students in improving their retention, boosting their
confidence, and facilitating the transition from high school to college. In
tandem with taking an FYS course, first-year students participate in engagement
activities such as academic skill workshops and campus social events. Such
activities and experiences are an integral part of a successful transition to
CU Denver.
Through
participation in the First-Year Experience, CU Denver has the following primary
goals for its first-year students:
- Become
actively engaged with the CU Denver community
- Develop
relationships with peers, faculty, and staff members
- Demonstrate
high levels of academic performance
- Develop strong academic and professional skills
that last a lifetime
We know that, with your participation, these goals can be a
reality for all first-year students at CU Denver!
To register for your FYS course:New freshmen are able to sign up for an FYS course during the registration section of
New Student Orientation. FYS staff will be present at Orientation to answer questions and distribute FYS course brochures.
Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Experiences if you have further questions.