Freshmen Fears

September 01, 2005

Getting lost, not making friends and struggling academically are among the top fears expressed by college freshmen. Utah State University offers a Freshman Interest Group program where new coeds live and socialize among students with similar interests. The university's freshman orientation course includes shared academic and social activities to help newcomers adjust to campus life.

From "Moving in Together," by Amy K. Stewart, Standard-Examiner, Aug. 27, 2005. For more information, contact Steven Jenson, director, Housing and Dining Services, 435-797-3266; and Noelle Call, director, Academic Resource Center, 435-797-1194.

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