WHAT IS FYE@VT?

GUIDE TO YOUR FIRST YEAR AT VIRGINIA TECH

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Supporting Your Success as a New Hokie

The Office of First-Year Experiences at VT (FYE@VT) provides incoming students with an opportunity to connect with the University and to learn skills necessary for success as a new Hokie!

Most majors at Tech offer a unique first-year experience, and over 85% of first-year students enroll in an FYE@VT course. The MGT1104 - Foundations of Business serves as the FYE@VT course for the Pamplin College of Business. MGT 1104 exposes first-year students to how business works in a free market economy by developing a foundational knowledge of various business functions and of current events occurring in today’s business world. The course incorporates a micro-business project that maps to problem solving, inquiry and integration skills in addition to being a hands-on learning experience about the key functions of a business.

Introducing you to your field of study and assisting the transition all new students to university life, each course varies in style, pace, and major-related content, the fundamental goals of the FYE@VT are consistent across the university:

Establish a learning community in your discipline amongst other students and faculty.
Introduce you to your major and potential career path.
Engage you in course content relating to more than one branch of knowledge.
Introduce and inform you of the Campus Resources available to you.

In many ways, this FYE@VT course will serve as your introduction to Virginia Tech!

INSIDE THE GUIDE

- Succeeding In Your Courses: Getting to know your professors and developing good study habits
- Making An Academic Plan: Creating your 4-year plan for on time graduation
- Time Management Tips: Plan your time wisely to make the most out of your days toggle
- Maximizing Your College Experience: Getting involved on campus and planning your career
- Virtual Learning Tips: Some strategies for success in an online environment
- Additional Resources: Where to find other important information toggle

Download the FYE Student Tip Sheet