First Year Experience

First Year Experience

First Year Experience (CDU 101) is a course that supports new CDU undergraduate students as they begin their college journey. Through FYE, students discover there is no such thing as a one size fits all approach. CDU 101 students are encouraged to reflect on their strengths and areas of growth. CDU 101 centers on self-determination, self-care, community, uplifting one another, leaning on our support systems, and incorporating friends, faculty, and staff as part of a support network.

Benefits of First-Year Experience:

  • Helps new students transition to CDU and introduces college life and expectations 
  • Introduces the Undergraduate Academic Advisor who helps with academic planning, counseling, and career development 
  • Allows students to build a team of professional, caring, and committed faculty dedicated to supporting their
  • Matches students with shared interests and/or majors, creating cohorts with similar goals 
  • Forms lasting connections with the CDU community
  • Provides access to resources that supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being 

Academic Support Resources:

First-Year Experience FAQs:

A: No, there is no application process. You will be signed up by your advisor once you are admitted to the university.

A: No, you are not required to take specific courses to be part of the First Year Experience.

A: Yes, if you are signed up for FYE by your advisor, you are required to attend.

A: You must be a full-time student to be eligible.

A: You would need to discuss this with your program director for approval.

Job Opportunities:

Contact Information

Bailey-Smith
Bailey K. Smith
Academic Advisor
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Darryl W. White
Academic Success Manager
Student Academic Success
Student Center
1731 E. 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059
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