First Year Experience Interns
Meet With an FYE Intern
Our First Year Experience Interns are current UVA students who are here to help all students navigate UVA and its resources. They are a great starting point if you're unsure where to turn. While they are not professional advisors or counselors, they offer peer support and can connect you with the right people and resources at various stages of your UVA experience, from admission to the end of your first year.
- First-Year Experience Interns can...
- Help you find on-grounds resources available for you as a student.
- Share personal tips and strategies for making the most of your time at UVA.
- Illuminate the culture of Grounds and share insights to help make your experience smoother.
- Direct you toward offices and people designed to provide extra support.
- Help you find on-grounds resources available for you as a student.
- First-Year Experience Interns cannot…
- Advise on degree requirements, including general education and major-specific requirements.
- Provide support for test preparation or academic skills coaching.
- Assist with exploring or changing majors.
- Provide mental health counseling or wellness coaching.
- Offer professional career coaching or job search strategies.
- Advise on degree requirements, including general education and major-specific requirements.
- What if I just have a quick question...
For quick questions, please contact us by phone: (434) 982-4555 or email: [email protected]
Talk to me about...International experiences, French language and culture, and opportunities in advocacy.
Talk to me about...Greek Life, volleyball, Virginia Guides Service, language studies, the RA role, becoming an Orientation Leader, Grounds for Discussion, and more!
Talk to me about...Double majoring, balancing your schedule, joining student council, and applying to schools outside of A&S.
Talk to me about...Pre-Med opportunities, getting involved in the community on and off grounds, the Ceramics Club, and navigating diversity at UVA!