FYE: For Students

You are embarking on your college career. Here at Western Illinois University we want to make sure this is a successful experience!

First Year Experience (FYE) will help you during this exciting time. You entered this program during the summer orientation experience (SOAR) when you were introduced to Western. At SOAR, you were given a book— the FYE common reading. This book will introduce you to the issues surrounding the University Theme.

When you arrive on campus in the fall, you will be enrolled in an FYE-designated course. This is a content course (e.g., Psychology 100) that will count toward your degree. In this class, there will only be other freshmen (no more than 20), you will experience an engaging pedagogical style, you will attend at least three co-curricular events outside the class, and you may use the common reading. In addition, your freshmen-only residence halls will provide several seminars and learning experiences on topics like time management and study skills.

Visit the sections of this web site to learn more about Western, Macomb, and the services both provide to you. And don’t hesitate to ask your FYE professor or peer mentor any questions you have about Western or your college experience.