The first year of college/university is an important milestone in a student’s academic life. Whether it’s developing effective study habits or fostering relationships with professors and peers, the first year experience (FYE) may impact academic success and community relations. A good FYE is critical for student engagement and is relevant to all students irrespective of their educational background and the Major in which they are enrolled. To address issues pertaining to student transition as well as to provide a strong foundation to the students for their success, Habib University has designed ‘HU First-Year Experience’ (HU FYE) Program in light of the general as well as very specific issues faced by the first-year students at Habib University. First Year Fundamentals (FYF), being part of the FYE, is one of the special programs designed to address some of the first year challenges and improve students’ first year experience. By making students’ academic transition into university a smooth and enjoyable process, supporting students in building skills and work ethics essential for college success, and enhancing first year students’ sense of belonging to the Habib Community, First Year Fundamentals will contribute optimizing students’ experience in higher education.
