Welcome to the Office of First-Year Experience
The Office of First-Year Experience challenges and supports students across the first year to connect them with outstanding learning opportunities that will help with the transition into university life and achieving both academic and personal goals. We offer guidance, advice, and support as students navigate their college experience on our campus. Through programs, resources, and services, we’ll provide the opportunities and information students need to help them meet fellow Jaguars and to view Texas A&M-San Antonio as home.
Take a look around. Get involved. Ask questions. And have a great first year!
Welcome to the Office of First-Year Experience!
Discover. Engage. Connect.
Tips From our Team In the Transition to College Life
- Set a Schedule.
- It’s important you maintain a productive routine. As you find out how each course will be handling instructional time, build a work schedule for your week.
- Make sure you set aside time to prepare for and review from each class as you need over the course of an “average” week.
- Don't be Afraid to ask Questions
- Professors especially to a first year student can seem very intimidating but they are there for you.
- Professors can offer great guidance and solutions to any struggling student.
- Find a Balance
- It is important to find a balance between school life and your social life in order to de-stress and not get burnt out.
- Attend events on campus to get involved, explore the city, and meet new people to take your mind off of school for a moment.
First Day of Class
Tips for the First Year
Our Mission
Some Events of First-Year Experience
First-Year Cording Ceremony
04/24/2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
More information to come!
Listen Up!
3/7/2024, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Unraveling Fake News and Misinformation in a Noisy World- Spring Session: This workshop with equip you with the tools to help you become a savvy information navigator. Location: Library Computer Room 202, Business Library Hall
Desfile de Mujeres
3/21/2024, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join the Office of First-Year Experience and the Office of Student Life for an evening of celebrating women!
Conversations Across Borders
4/10/2024, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join the Office of First-Year Experience and the Office of Student Life for an exploratory event celebrating various cultures.
Growing Conversations
4/15/2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join the Office of First-Year Experience in learning how to navigate opposing opinions in order to expand our knowledge.