{"id":961,"date":"2015-05-20T17:58:32","date_gmt":"2015-05-20T21:58:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bfenster.cms-devl.bu.edu\/casprograms\/?page_id=961"},"modified":"2026-08-18T15:05:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T19:05:24","slug":"the-first-year-experience","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cas\/student-life\/undergraduate-students\/ospl\/the-first-year-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"The First Year Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"

Participate in the Fall FYE Rewards Program!<\/h2>\n

These events are meant to help our newest CAS\u00a0undergraduates, both first-years and transfer students, transition into the intellectual, social, and cultural community of Boston University. The more events you attend, the more rewards you are eligible to receive. All students are welcome to attend, however the rewards program is limited to new fall 2026 CAS first-years, new fall 2026 first semester CAS transfer students, and current fall FY101 students.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

How can I get the prizes?<\/strong> When you attend an event, attendance will be tracked, either via a check in through a QR code or someone will take your BU ID number. You will receive an email when you qualify for a prize (at 2, 4, 6, or 8 events). When you are notified, you can pick up prizes at 100 Bay State Road, room 423 until the end of the semester!<\/p>\n

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Only students who are new fall 2026 students in CAS (first years and transfers) are eligible for prizes.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Fall Events<\/span><\/h2>\n
Pre-Law Advising Fall Welcome Meeting<\/strong><\/h5>
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Thursday, September 3 | 7:00-8:30pm<\/span><\/span> | KCB 101<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>565 Commonwealth Avenue<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Freshman, transfer, and returning students new to prelaw, join us for our annual Pre-Law Advising Fall Welcome Meeting. Learn how to work with our office and be supported on your journey to law school. We’ll discuss campus resources, student groups, and many other ways to explore your interest in law. Whether you\u00a0<\/span><\/span>ultimately decide<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>law school is the right path for you or not, connecting with campus resources and exploring your interests starts here! All students considering law school are encouraged to attend! Registration\u00a0<\/span><\/span>required<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Undeclared Hangout<\/strong><\/h5>
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Thursday, September 10 | 5:00 \u2013 6:00 PM | CDS 548, <\/span><\/span>665 Commonwealth Ave\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Kick off semester at the Undeclared Hangout! Connect with fellow Undeclared students over DIY tote bag decorating, tasty snacks, and raffle prizes.<\/p>\n

Registration here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Center for Career Development Open House<\/strong><\/h5>
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Monday, September 14 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | 6th Floor, 100 Bay State Road\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Whether you’re exploring majors, searching for internships, preparing for your first job, or just curious about what’s available, the Career Open House is your introduction to career support at BU. Hosted by BU’s Center for Career Development, you’ll meet people, learn about programs, and leave with resources that will help you succeed, no matter what your career goals are.<\/p>\n

At the Career Open House, you can:<\/p>\n