Welcome!

The Office of Student Programs and Leadership (OSPL) provides opportunities that enrich students’ social and academic experience in the College of Arts and Sciences. Our programs help students navigate this large and vibrant University, connect with classmates and professors, hone leadership skills, and prepare for life beyond BU.

Through a comprehensive First-Year Experience program, the OSPL ensures that first-year students undergo a successful and supported transition to BU by connecting students with faculty, peers, and student organizations, while tapping into the unique spirit of BU’s largest college.  

We hope you will take the time to explore the many exciting programs, events, and student organizations offered through our office If you have any questions, please contact us.

FY101

FY101 is a one-credit class that serves as a semester-long introduction to BU and college life. Each section is taught by a BU staff member and a student peer mentor. You will investigate the social, academic, and cultural dimensions of student life at Boston University.

FY102

Learn about how to prepare for your career of interest through
self-exploration, professionally facilitated career prep, and guest speakers
from various fields. FY102 classes are one-credit pass/fail, meet once a week for one hour and fifteen minutes and last half the semester.

Leadership Opportunities

The Office of Student Programs oversees a number of lively student organizations that offer students a unique opportunity to develop their leadership capabilities, engage with the CAS community, and leave a lasting impact in the College of Arts & Sciences.