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First-year Student Programs

Bouvé understands that the student's first-year of college is a milestone and seeks to make the transition from high school to college as smooth as possible.  To facilitate this transition, the OSS offers a number of opportunities for students to establish a strong connection to Bouvé and the Northeastern community.  Social and academic events complement the personalized advising each student receives within our office.

Living and Learning Community (LLC)
The Bouvé Living and Learning Community is a residence option designed specifically for first-year students enrolled in the Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Students benefit from participating in a community that fosters a balance between their academic and social needs while providing closer interaction with faculty and greater exposure to the health professions. Bouvé LLC seeks to develop leaders actively involved in their communities. Accordingly, residents are expected to contribute to the learning atmosphere of the floor(s) and actively participate in community projects and activities.

BHSU100 - Introduction to College
The first semester of college is a time of major adjustment for students. This adjustment occurs not only academically but also socially and mentally. Understanding the transition being made, Bouvé offers an Introduction to College seminar, BHS U100, for all first-year students. Students connect with a faculty member in their major while learning fundamental skills that they will use throughout their career at Northeastern.

Marjorie Bouvé Fellows Program
Marjorie Bouvé Fellows are upper-year Bouvé students who serve as peer mentors for first-year students as they transition academically and personally to Northeastern University. In order to assist first-year students with their academic transitional needs, Bouvé Fellows serve as both mentors and co-instructors of "BHSU100: Introduction to College" seminars.  They also foster community development through programming and other mentoring roles. Bouvé Fellows participate in training programs so that they are prepared for their roles and provided with the tools needed to be the best mentor possible to first-year students and the Bouvé Community.

Community Service
As a health sciences college set in an urban environment, Bouve makes it a priority for our students to understand the importance of community service. During their first year, students have the opportunity to participate in community service through their "BHSU100: Introduction to College" seminar and through special College service activities. Current first-year students have participated in Habitat for Humanity, volunteered at Community Servings, a food kitchen for HIV/AIDS patients in the Boston area, the Boston Light the Night Walk and many other Boston area events.

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Visit Campus

Health Science Days
Students who are interested in health science majors are encouraged to attend a Health Science Day information session and presentation. To learn more about this opportunity, please visit the Office of Admissions web site.

Open House
Every fall, Northeastern University hosts Open House for prospective students and their families. Students can spend the day exploring the many opportunities available for undergraduates. For more information and/or to register for an Open House session, please visit the Office of Admissions web site.

Welcome Days
Northeastern University hosts Welcome Days for admitted students and their families. Please visit the Admitted Student Portal to register for welcome days, receive more information about Northeastern and your college, and to hear from current students and faculty members.

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New Student Orientation

Orientation is a mandatory one day program for both freshmen and transfer students. You’ll meet your fellow classmates, get to know campus, and learn the ins-and-outs of college life. You'll also meet your academic adviser, talk about your academic goals, and register for class.

Parents and family members of freshmen and transfer students are invited to participate along with their student in the Orientation experience. Visit the Parent and Family Orientation section of Orientation web site for details on this program including a look at the sessions designed just for parents and family members to help ease transition from high school to college. This program requires a separate fee.

Please visit the Northeastern University Orientation website for more information about registering for Orientation.

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