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FYE serves Chico State's educational mission, particularly as that applies to first-year students in the freshman and transfer years, by means of collaborating with existing programs, developing new programs, assessing and/or collecting assessment of all FYE programs on campus that aim to support students’ development as scholars, community participants, participants in a democracy, and emerging adults.

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What is UNIV 101?

students raising their hands in class Joining a new community means undergoing a period of transition and adjustment. UNIV 101: Introduction to University Life is one of many ways that CSU, Chico welcomes you to our community and helps you with this transition. UNIV 101 is a comprehensive introduction to university life that will help prepare you for the academic, social and other challenges that you face as a new member of the campus and larger Chico community.

students studying in the library University 101 covers diverse topics, including the academic expectations of college and how to meet them, knowledge of campus resources and organizations, and the role of public participation in creating a responsible, engaged citizenry. UNIV 101 classes are capped at 30 students, giving you the chance to meet other first-year students and to work closely with a faculty member. National and local statistics indicate that students who enroll in this kind of introductory course improve their chances of remaining in college and achieve an improved GPA over those who decide not to take advantage of the opportunity to take such a course.

student in an art gallery UNIV 101 connects you to campus and community organizations and events. Students engage in civic projects that help them acclimate to Chico and get involved in the life of the community. Some past projects have included: working with a native tribe, the Mechoopda, to restore the habitat along Big Chico Creek; developing and delivering a gallery show at the downtown 1078 Gallery; developing web displays that introduce first-year students to all Chico has to offer; and advising A.S. Businesses on sustainable business practices.

students working along Big Chico Creek

Book in Common: The Soloist

Book in Common: The Soloist An important dimension of UNIV 101 is discussing and responding to the Book in Common. The Book in Common is selected each year by faculty, staff and students as a common reading for the campus. Last year, this program was expanded to include the entire Chico community. The Book in Common provides an engaging introduction to important themes confronting university students and society as a whole. Both the campus and the City of Chico have adopted The Soloist as the Book in Common for ’09-’10. This common reading will provide the basis for many campus events, including showings of the film The Soloist, campus and community awareness-raising and fundraising activities to support the homeless, and concerts inspired by the book’s protagonist—a homeless musician.