first year students Archives

Opinion | It’s normal to have fears and anxieties coming into your first year of college

By Emily O'Neil, Staff Columnist • August 27, 2023

Throughout my time working as a new student ambassador and listening to the common apprehensions experienced by many incoming first-year students, I’ve come to realize that almost every student goes through similar feelings.

As academic year comes to a close, Pitt students reflect on living in Carlow University dorms

By Kelly McPoyle, For The Pitt News • April 17, 2023

About 130 Pitt first-years lived in Carlow University dorms this academic year. As Pitt contemplates housing options for next year, some students say they’ve experienced challenges unlike other on-campus first-years.

Editorial | 4 tips for first-year etiquette

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • August 28, 2022

If you’re a new student this year, below are some simple tips for proper etiquette this year.

Pitt works to make room for largest ever first-year class

By Clare Sheedy, Staff Writer • August 31, 2021

With a first-year class of 5,195 students, Pitt struggled to accommodate the large number of students. Departments hired new staff and added new class sections, and the University leased a hotel for housing.

Deferred students stay busy during gap year

By Millicent Watt, Staff Writer • November 11, 2020

First year students at Pitt who deferred due to the COVID-19 pandemic are finding ways to stay busy during their gap year.