The Office of Student Transitions and First Year ProgramsThe Office of Student Transitions
and First Year Programs (OSTFYP) provides a coordinated, comprehensive approach
to enhancing first year student success , and beyond, by achieving four
fundamental goals: developing a sense of belonging, collaborating with
academic affairs, serving as a liaison for parent council, and maintaining a
sense of progression during the first year of college and beyond. These
goals are accomplished through the following functional areas: New
Student Orientation, Transfer Student Orientation, Freshman Seminar (COAD
1000), Plunge Into Purple, Student Convocation, Parent Services & Diversity
Outreach, and Transfer Student Services.
Mission Statement
The Office of Student Transitions and First Year Programs will provide a coordinated, comprehensive approach to enhancing first year and transfer student success and beyond; provide services that will enhance the academic efficiency, effectiveness, and independence of our students; and will provide the necessary supports for families required for improving student satisfaction, academic success and student retention.
