UO First-Year Programs

First-Year Programs help first-year students become better acquainted with other students, UO faculty, and campus resources.

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TWO days left to apply for this research opportunity! First Year and Transfer Students in their first year at UO are encouraged to apply for this award.

This $5000 award is used to fund you and your summer living expenses to conduct research!

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Welcome back Ducks! Spring Term may have started with a bang, with a mix of sun and rain, but we hope you are having a good first day back!

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Good afternoon Ducks! Reminder that there are a few days left until the FA Application is due, Monday February 13th. If you need some flexibility, email Dana Glasscock at [email protected] to see your options! ⭐

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Today the FIG Office wants to highlight the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We dedicate this day to honoring the progress Dr. King and many others tirelessly worked toward, and the importance of continuing that work today.

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We've just opened the application process to be a FIG Assistant for Fall 2023! The application is due Monday February 6th. Please email with any questions! Looking forward to seeing the next group of outstanding FIG Assistants ✨

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Good morning Ducks! The FIG office is wishing everyone the best of luck this week🦆👏 Hope to see some your faces in the office 🍂

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The 2023 FIG Assistant (FA) Application is now live! Swipe to see the steps to earn the benefit badges of being an FA. As always feel free to reach out to us through DMs or email ([email protected] or [email protected]) with questions! Stay tune for info about workshops!

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From the First-Year Programs, have a happy and safe Halloween! Swipe through to see some general tips as well as campus activities we recommend this spooky season!

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Your safety is important to us! As Halloween is approaching, here are a few resources at your convenience. Have a safe Halloween ducks!

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We're all looking forward to seeing you there!

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Still want to join a chemistry FIG? Then look no further than our Science in the News FIG, now with CH 221 + CH 227 or CH 111! Swipe through to read about the FIG and it's amazing FA!

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Want to learn a language? Check out our FIG "Development Safari" and learn Swahili, the fastest growing lingua franca in East, Central & Southern Africa!

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Are you interested in exploring the past? Have you ever wondered what you would do during critical points in history? Come find out by joining Gurus and Governors- a FIG that immerses it’s students in the past for a hands on learning experience!

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Interested in learning Spanish? Then consider joining our Murals, Movies, Musica y Muertos FIG! Not only do you get to learn Spanish, you will also explore the Spanish culture here in Eugene! Read more about the FIG here: https://t.co/nj3NPA4xd8

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Are you a STEM Major? Then you should look into joining one of our chemistry FIGs. This way, you will have the support of your FIG Faculty and FA, and you get to build a community with other students with similar interest. Find our chem FIGs here: https://t.co/cTzrevmPcH.

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IntroDUCKtion FIG Registration is now open! The quickest way to add/change/drop your FIG is through Microsoft Teams. We will have staff members ready to help Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm. Not sure how to reach our help desk? Click the instant chat button on our home page.

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IntroDUCKtion FIG Registration does not start until July 5th following your advising appointment. Keep an eye on your school email to see how to schedule your appointment! Your advisor will connect you with the FIG team during or after your appointment.

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Reminder: In order for incoming students to enroll in a math or chemistry course, they must take the math and chem placement tests. We suggest taking the tests before meeting your advisor!

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"Oh no! The FIG I wanted filled up! What should I do now?" Have no fear, The FIG staff is here (with some tips on what to do next)! Swipe through to see what your next steps are, if the FIG you wanted filled up.
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"Oh no! The FIG I wanted filled up! What should I do now?" Have no fear, The FIG staff is here (with some tips on what to do next)! Swipe through to see what your next steps are, if the FIG you wanted filled up.
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