Division of Student Affairs
September 2013
Mary B. Coburn, Vice President for Student Affairs
Welcoming New Students
Each year the Division of Student Affairs offers a variety of programs, services, and activities designed to welcome new students to campus and immediately connect them with the FSU community.
Mission The Division of Student Affairs collaborates with students, faculty and staff to create welcoming, supportive and challenging environments that maximize opportunities for student learning and success. Through high quality programs, the Division facilitates student development, celebrates differences, and promotes civic and global responsibility.
photos: Above: New students meet the “Garnet and Gold Guys” at the Presidents’ Backyard Barbeque; Top Right: Students help at the CARE move-in; Bottom Right: Students at Market Wednesday
Transitioning to College
One of the first traditions for new FSU students is Orientation. FSU offers several key programs welcoming families and educating new students as they begin college life. PROGRAM CARE Summer Bridge International Orientation Orientation (Total Served) Lower Division Upper Division Parents & Family Members
PARTICIPANTS 332 424 17,805 6,427 2,056 9,322
Page 2: Top to Bottom: Student displaying a Civility Coin at New Student Convocation, Panhellenic Recruitment Bid Day, New student with family moving into a residence hall, Novelties & Activities at Seminole Sensation Week
For more information, visit studentaffairs.fsu.edu
Division of Student Affairs
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Welcome Week Activities
Seminole Sensation Week provides new and returning students a variety of activities areas of engagement. PROGRAM
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Involvement Fair IRHC Karaoke New Student Convocation Panhellenic Recruitment Service Leadership Seminar Service Scholars Sport Clubs Recruitment Night
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