The Plan for First-Year Success
The First-Year Studies program is designed to ensure every new student has a successful start at Marian University. By pairing you with a Student Mentor, you receive guidance through coursework and valuable support as you explore critical thinking, reading, and questioning. We also connect you with faculty mentors to help you navigate your personal growth and leadership development while fostering social responsibility.
Start with Orientation
Orientation at Marian University is a memorable and welcoming experience. This essential program helps first-year students adjust to campus life, offering a blend of social and academic resources to ensure a smooth transition. From moving into residence halls to connecting with faculty and peers, orientation helps build strong connections that last throughout your college journey.
Enhance Your Wellbeing
The Wellbeing program at Marian supports students in taking charge of their health and safety, providing resources and services to guide them. A required wellness class helps students like you establish healthy habits, manage stress, and maintain a balanced lifestyle. Through workshops, counseling, and wellness initiatives, Marian fosters a well-rounded approach to student well-being, encouraging all students to focus on both physical and mental health.
Leadership and Personal Development
Leadership and Personal Development are key aspects of the first-year experience at Marian. The University encourages you to explore your leadership potential through workshops, retreats, and involvement in over 30 student organizations. At the annual Club Fair, you can connect with groups related to your academic interests and personal passions, ensuring you engage with both your major and the broader Marian community.
Transition and Adjustment to Campus
The transition to college life can be overwhelming, but Marian University’s First-Year Seminar and campus events are designed to help students acclimate. Throughout the year, freshmen are invited to participate in activities and workshops, introducing them to the rich campus culture and helping them make meaningful connections with peers, faculty, and staff while finding their place in the Marian community.
