Class of 2016

Your new life at Hofstra University is about to begin.  We hope that New Student Orientation and Welcome Week has prepared you for what to expect as a college student. You’ll soon discover there are many opportunities to get involved.  Take your time to learn about and take advantage of the various resources available on campus.

Bookmark this page and return often to see updated information.

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First Year Students Time Line

June – August:

Academics:

• Attend Orientation and register for Fall schedule.
• Buy a planner and other supplies to help you manage your time in the upcoming semester.

Social:

• Research Hofstra’s many clubs and organizations.

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September

Academics:

• Check your Hofstra Portal for all important dates and deadlines and to make sure that you are registered for all your courses. 
• Check class Blackboard site.
• On your fist day of class, exchange contact information with a classmate in each class that will take notes for you in case you are absent.
• Create master schedule for yourself by using all your syllabi including all test dates, assignment due dates, and projects.
• Designate a study area where you can fully concentrate and not be disturbed.
• Seek tutoring and/or attend professors’ office hours if you find you are having any difficulties in your courses. 

Events:

• Are you interested in Studying Abroad? If so, you should attend the Study Abroad Fair
• Interested in learning more about the many majors offered at Hofstra?

Social:

• Join clubs and organizations that you researched over the summer. Get involved and make the most of your time here!
• Sign up and attend trips through the Explore Next Door program. For more information, please contact (516) 463-6914.

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October – November
Academics:

• Consider taking a Winter course.
• Make an appointment with your Advisement Dean to speak about registering for Spring.
• Meet with Major Advisor if already declared.
• Pre Health and Pre Med students meet with your pre professional advisor.
• Prepare for midterms and make sure to communicate with your professors to gage your progress.
• Seek tutoring and/or attend professors’ office hours if you find you are having any difficulties in your courses.

Events:

• Attend Academic Success Workshops.

Social:

• Sign up and attend trips through the Explore Next Door program. For more information, please contact (516) 463-6914.

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December:

• Finish your class assignments and prepare for finals.
• Enjoy your winter break!

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January:

Academics:

• Complete Winter course if registered for one.
• Prepare for upcoming Spring semester.
• Start Spring classes.
• Check your Hofstra Portal for all important dates and deadlines and to make sure that you are registered for all your courses.
• Check class Blackboard site.
• On your fist day of class, exchange contact information with a classmate in each class that will take notes for you in case you are absent.
• Create master schedule for yourself by using all your syllabi including all test dates, assignment due dates, and projects.
• Designate a study area where you can fully concentrate and not be disturbed.
• Seek tutoring and/or attend professors’ office hours if you find you are having any difficulties in your courses.

Events:

• Are you interested in Studying Abroad? If so, you should attend the Study Abroad Fair

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February - March:

Academics:

• Make a visit to the Career Center to see what resources they have to offer.
• Make an appointment with your Advisement Dean to speak about registering for Fall and Summer classes.
• Meet with Major Advisor if already declared.
• Pre Health and Pre Med students meet with your pre professional advisor.
• Prepare for midterms and make sure to communicate with your professors to gage your progress. Seek tutoring and/or attend professors’ office hours if you find you are having any difficulties in your courses.

Events:

• Interested in learning more about the many majors offered at Hofstra?
• Attend Academic Success Workshops.

Social:

• Sign up and attend trips through the Explore Next Door program. For more information, please contact (516) 463-6914.

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April:

Events:

• Attend Academic Success Workshops.
• Sign up and attend trips through the Explore Next Door program. For more information, please contact (516) 463-6914.
• Enjoy Spring Break (attend Safe Spring Break events).

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May:

• Prepare for finals and finish your class assignments.
• If applicable, attend Summer Session courses.

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Resources

• Advisement
• Career Center
• Alumni

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