Residence Life
For New StudentsFYI: First Year Introduction
First Year Introduction Sessions
Session One: Saturday, June 16 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Session Two: Tuesday, June 19 - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Register Online (Please follow the link to the First Year Introduction page to RSVP.)
Congratulations on your acceptance to Wheelock College!
The first step to a successful college career is attendance and active participation in our First Year Introduction (FYI) events. This is a collaborative two-day program between the Offices of Student Success and Student Life that provides incoming first year students with a comprehensive academic and social experience that will help you prepare for your college career. This overnight program includes opportunities for you to meet fellow classmates, receive an introduction to the curriculum, receive academic advisement, and register for fall 2012 courses. You will also take necessary placement exams and have an opportunity to learn from faculty and staff about expectations of being a college student. Finally, the Office of Student Leadership will facilitate a variety of activities where students will get to know their classmates and the City of Boston. All incoming first-year students must choose one of the two sessions to attend.
Parents and guardians are also invited to attend the FYI Parent Program held on the first day of each session. Family members will not be able to attend their student's advising appointments or registration, but various programs will be facilitated for parents by faculty and staff to help them become more acquainted with Wheelock's departments and policies. Please note that the parent program and student program are held in separate campus locations.
What to pack for FYI…
- Alarm Clock
- Book Bag
- Pen and paper
- Comfortable clothes/shoes
- Umbrella
- Long twin sheets & blanket or a sleeping bag
- Towel, washcloth, toiletries, and shower shoes
- Pillow
- Valid driver's license or other form of picture ID
- Small fan (no AC in residence halls)
Please leave electronic items (iPod, laptop, etc...) and other valuables at home.
- Q: Must I attend an FYI Session?
- A: YES!
- Q: Must I attend both days of this FYI Session?
- A: YES!
- Q: Will I have a roommate?
- A: Yes, each student will be assigned a roommate for the overnight session.
- Q: Will I have to share a bathroom with someone else?
- A: Yes, every student will have to share a bathroom with three or more students.
- Q: What if I am a commuter student?
- A: We strongly encourage all students to stay on campus, even if you do not plan on being a resident in the Fall.
- Q: What if I cannot attend one of the FYI sessions?
- A: FYI sessions provide crucial academic information for new students. Please contact the Office of Student Life at 617-879-2108 immediately should you have a conflict with attending an FYI session.
More questions? Contact us!
- phone: 617-879-2108
- fax: 617-879-2277
- email: orientation@wheelock.edu