Our aim is to assist you in your first steps toward success in university.
   You have probably just left your high school. You may be feeling a little bit lost, encounter so many new things and meeting so many new people. Think of this as an opportunity to learn more about yourself.
   A new phase of your life is beginning and there are people who can help to make this period of your life easier.
 
   The First Year Experience Program team is waiting to assist you. Our focus is to help you understand academic and extra curricular life at university and give you the direction you need.
   We focus on you and on your needs.
 
 
   
 
 
     The team of First Year Experience Program…
  • will make you familiar with the university structure;
  • will present the academic support services to you;
  • will help you to develop time management skills;
  • will teach you how to think critically;
  • will expose you to a full range of diversity;
  • will help you to improve your stress management techniques;
  • will lead you toward developing a plan for holistic wellness; and
  • will identify opportunities to contribute to your future career.
If you are looking for some assistance, the First Year Experience Program is for you.
 
Contact us by phone (773-442-4296), by e-mail (FY-Experience@neiu.edu) or in person (CLS-3026)