Published: Sept. 23, 2014

Designed to make the transition to college life a smooth one, the Ìýbrings students and faculty members together with the goal of helping students excel academically, socially, and culturally and navigate theÌýmanyÌýopportunities Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ-Boulder has to offer.

Throughout the semester, small groups of students meet with faculty members every two to three weeks to discuss issues such as succeeding at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ, preparing for finals, managing time and balancing school and life. The program also gives first-year students the opportunity to get to know faculty and students beyond their residence hall and major.

More than 2,000 first-year students are already participating. First-year students are encouraged to get their roommate or whole floor to join the program -- students who join with at least two other people will be entered in a drawing for great Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ prizes.

Joining is simple: click this and fill out the easy questions. Or send an e-mail to Carrie Olson, the program coordinator carrie.e.olson@colorado.eduÌýand she will get you assigned to a mentor.

The program has several exciting events coming up in addition to its regular networking opportunities.

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  • Mentee Meal Meeting – Have lunch or dinner with your mentor.
  • Mentor Night at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Women’s Volleyball in October with free pizza and T-shirts.
  • End of the Semester Night at the Rec – A great event with competitions, prizes and end of the semester socializing.