FRESH@USD:

Finding Resources Enhancing Success and Health at USD

The FRESH@USD program offers over 35 sessions designed specifically to assist first-year students with the transition to college.   New USD first-year students will have the opportunity to attend sessions of their choosing during their first fall semester in college. Students will be required to pre-register online for each session they plan to attend up to two weeks in advance and as late as noon the day before the session if space permits. To pre-register for a session, click here.

Session topics cover the gamut of issues that new first-year students are likely to encounter, including faculty expectations, time management, study skills, places to go and things to do in San Diego, choosing a major, health and safety at college, and the unique history and character of USD.  Typically sessions last no longer than one hour.

First-year students will receive a complete schedule of the sessions from their preceptor (professor for preceptorial academic course) when classes begin. To download a complete schedule, click here.

NEW THIS YEAR: There will be three FRESH@USD Conferences students will be invited to attend.  Three sessions will be offered simultaneously for students to pick from both at 7 pm and 8 pm.  This is a great opportunity to attend two sessions in one night!  Snacks and drinks will be provided.  Check in at Degheri Alumni Center on Wednesday, October 22, to find out the locations of this month's conference sessions:

• Study Strategies
• Time Management
• Keeping Healthy

If you have any questions about the FRESH@USD program, please contact the Office of Student Learning Initiatives at (619) 260-5995 or visit UC 102.