First Year Experience at The University of Alabama

First Year Experience at The University of Alabama FYE is the starting point for students at UA! Welcome! We coordinate events and provide resources to assist students in this time of transition.

From large welcome activities to small group programs for building connections, we have something to support you in building your legacy at UA! First Year Experience and Retention Initiatives serves as a key resource for those new to the University of Alabama community. We look forward to helping you navigate your first year, and beyond!

06/17/2026

Meet Amber, one of our returning New View mentors who is eager to support you this fall!

From building lifelong friendships to finding your place on campus, New View is all about creating a home away from home at The University of Alabama. Our mentors have been in your shoes and are here to share why joining New View made such an impact on their experience.

If you’re looking to get connected, feel supported, and start your college journey with a strong community of out-of-state students, New View is for you.

Sign up through the link in our bio to join us this fall!

06/16/2026

Welcome to First-Year FAQ with our First-Year Navigators Juli and Isabella!

This week’s question: What is your favorite campus resource? This time, Juli and Isabella are sharing their own favorite resources at The University of Alabama and why they think every first-year student should take advantage of them!

Meet our Freshman Forum leader, Blair! Blair is a sophomore Political Science major, and he's excited to help guide firs...
06/15/2026

Meet our Freshman Forum leader, Blair! Blair is a sophomore Political Science major, and he's excited to help guide first-year students through Freshman Forum this year!

Freshman Forum is your opportunity to start your leadership journey at The University of Alabama. Whether you’re brand new to leadership or already exploring your potential, this program is designed to help you grow, lead with confidence, and make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond.

Through weekly small groups, interactive discussions, leadership training, and civic engagement, our leaders are here to support you every step of the way. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about Freshman Forum!

Meet our A-Team Duos!These dynamic pairs are getting ready to lead the way at Camp 1831, bringing energy, leadership, an...
06/12/2026

Meet our A-Team Duos!
These dynamic pairs are getting ready to lead the way at Camp 1831, bringing energy, leadership, and a whole lot of school spirit to your camp experience. The A-Team is here to help you connect, get involved, and start your journey at The University of Alabama strong. Visit the link in our bio to register for Camp 1831!

Have you signed up for Camp 1831 yet? Camp 1831 is the ultimate three-day, two-night experience to kick off your first y...
06/11/2026

Have you signed up for Camp 1831 yet? Camp 1831 is the ultimate three-day, two-night experience to kick off your first year at UA. Register today at uafirst.ua.edu to secure your spot!

06/10/2026

Welcome to First-Year FAQ with our First-Year Navigators Juli and Isabella!

This week’s question: What is something you wish you knew going into your freshman year? Juli and Isabella asked Elizabeth from our team to share her advice and reflect on what she wishes she had known before starting college at The University of Alabama!

Looking for more advice for your freshman year? Schedule a Compass Talk with one of our staff members by visiting our Compass Talks webpage at https://success.ua.edu/uafirst/fye/compasstalks

Meet our Freshman Forum leader, Brianna! Brianna is a Junior English and Political Science major and she's excited to he...
06/08/2026

Meet our Freshman Forum leader, Brianna! Brianna is a Junior English and Political Science major and she's excited to help guide first-year students through Freshman Forum this year!

Freshman Forum is your opportunity to start your leadership journey at The University of Alabama. Whether you’re brand new to leadership or already exploring your potential, this program is designed to help you grow, lead with confidence, and make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond.

Through weekly small groups, interactive discussions, leadership training, and civic engagement, our leaders are here to support you every step of the way. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about Freshman Forum!

Meet our A-Team Duos!These dynamic pairs are getting ready to lead the way at Camp 1831, bringing energy, leadership, an...
06/05/2026

Meet our A-Team Duos!
These dynamic pairs are getting ready to lead the way at Camp 1831, bringing energy, leadership, and a whole lot of school spirit to your camp experience. From team challenges to late-night traditions, they’re here to help you connect, get involved, and start your journey at The University of Alabama strong.
Visit the link in our bio to register for Camp 1831!

06/03/2026

Welcome to First-Year FAQ with our First-Year Navigators Juli and Isabella!

This week’s question: How many student organizations should I join? Juli and Isabella asked Nate from our team to share his advice on getting involved and finding the right balance during your first year at The University of Alabama!

06/02/2026

Ever wondered what current students wish they knew before coming to college? The A-Team is here to share some of their best advice and insights!

Camp Registration is officially open! Secure your spot using the link in our bio before July 23rd!

Address

504 University Boulevard Suite 302
Tuscaloosa, AL
35487

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12053488404

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