Getting Involved in Your First Year at UCI

Finding a supportive community and getting involved during your college years is very important. However, it can seem overwhelming when you don’t know where to start looking. Use these helpful resources to help guide your search as a new Anteater!

Home Away From Home

Leaving for college is something new and frightening that some of us get to experience. I am sure that for so many of us it was our first time moving away from home. We are filled with excitement yet anxious to see what is in store for us.

Why I Chose UCI

As I learned about the resources that were and were not available to me because of my status, I knew that I had to apply to colleges that would offer the most supporting environment for me.

The Campuswide Honors Collegium Experience

UCI’s honors curriculum allows students to get the most out of their college education, allowing them to explore a wide variety of challenging topics that are beyond their chosen major. Alexis, a business administration major, tells us about her experience in the program and shares an important tip for future honors students.

Navigating Life as a Pre-Med Student

Wondering what life is like for students pursuing a future in medicine? Second year biological sciences major Fran gives us the inside scoop, including how she decided to pursue healthcare, the resources she’s relied on, and her biggest piece of advice to new students.