FYES 1211 First-Year Experience
The First-Year Experience Seminar (FYES) is a two-credit course aimed at developing college readiness skills, accentuating the university mission, wellness and the education of the whole person. Moreover, this course helps students understand the benefits of a modern liberal arts education, which prepares them to be global citizens. In a small classroom setting, structured lessons tied to the 5 pillars of the University’s core mission values (Education, Truth, Faith, Service, and Innovation) will enhance multi-faceted analytical skills, encourage a sense of community, develop a positive lifestyle, introduce campus resources that will help students make a successful transition to UIW, and introduce proven tips to study effectively.
Students will learn about the importance of service to the community and learn how their service experiences will be a meaningful part of their life at UIW and beyond. Students will be encouraged to utilize student success services and begin planning academic pathways to a career.