First Year Experience

What is FYE 101?

• A one-credit success course taught during the first college year
• Co-taught by a CMU faculty member and undergraduate peer mentor
• Small classes, with no more than 25 students, so you really get to know your classmates, professor and mentor!

Why should I take FYE 101?

• You’ll learn skills and explore resources and ideas you will use throughout your college career and life.
• The class is ACTIVE – classes are activity and discussion-based and unlike any other course you will take your first year.
• FYE focuses on engaging your mind in new and innovative ways.
• Students who take FYE are more likely to be successful academically and socially.

Fun Facts

• In FYE, you will be given opportunities to try to do something you would normally never attempt.
• The class is based on active and experiential learning strategies which means you will explore ideas and knowledge through real-life events.
• A faculty member and peer mentor work together to teach the class. You will be afforded the experience of our faculty who are known for being some of the best teachers and scholars at CMU as well as your peer mentor who has first-hand knowledge of campus and the resources to support your interests.

How do I enroll in FYE 101?

• During orientation, sign up for a section of FYE 101.
• Use the online registration system, CMU Portal (https://portal.cmich.edu/) to add FYE to your schedule.