Dear Boilermaker,
As you kick off your first semester at Purdue, it's important to set goals for your learning and academic success. While Purdue has a wide range of support and resources available to help you, it can be difficult to know where to start and what to prioritize. Here are some tips to get a strong start:
1. Enroll in Learning at Purdue today
"Learning at Purdue" is a self-paced Brightspace course designed with your success in mind. Enroll in the course by logging into Brightspace and following the steps in this document.
2. Engage in your learning
The Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center (ASC) has created a practical resource for Purdue students that includes strategies and tips for boosting your academic engagement. Check out the ASC's resources and take some time to consider which strategies will best help you achieve your personal and academic goals this semester.
3. Plan for your Civics Literacy requirement
Purdue's Civics Literacy activities were created to enhance the educational experience of students and graduate a more informed citizenry. Completing these activities is a graduation requirement for all undergraduate students, so it's best to start planning now. Learn more about the Civics Literacy requirement.
Get Involved
Many first-year students share that getting involved during their first semester significantly contributed to their sense of belonging. You can explore more than 1,000 recognized student organizations and clubs in BoilerLink. This site serves as the information hub to new students looking to join an organization while allowing our student organizations to manage their club roster, registration, event planning, and more.
Important reminder! The Spring reapplication for fall housing opens today, Jan. 16; visit the Spring Reapplication webpage if you want to reapply for University Residences housing for the fall.
For more important dates, visit Purdue's academic calendar, or check out Purdue's events calendar for a list of on-campus activities. Let us know if you need help or have questions! Purdue Orientation Programs
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