First Year Experience | Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA)
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First Year Experience | Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA)
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First Year Experience
The LSUA Office of First Year Experience (FYE) empowers first-year students through transformational strategies, practical resources, and engaging workshops. We promote self-efficacy and lifelong learning by fostering critical thinking and metacognitive development—all aimed at enhancing student success in academics and campus involvement.
The Office of FYE is home to The LSUA Experience, which includes our first-year experience program and courses: LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success and LSUA 3001/4001: Academic Leadership I/II. FYE also oversee New Student Orientation, Parent & Family Orientation, the Student Ambassador Program, and innovative FYE programming.
New Student Orientation
LSUA's New Student Orientation is a comprehensive full-day program designed to help incoming students transition successfully to university life. Parents, spouses, and significant others are welcome to attend a separate Parent Orientation session that runs concurrently with the student program.
Learn About Orientation
LSUA Ambassadors
LSUA's Student Ambassadors are an elite group of select students that exemplify leadership, scholarship, and professionalism. The Ambassador program provides students with numerous academic and professional networking opportunities that expand their horizons and experience while at LSUA.
Learn About Ambassadors
Peer Mentors
Peer Mentors are upperclassmen that are enrolled in LSUA 3001: Academic Leadership I. These students are selected though an application and interview process to co-teach, with a faculty member, a section of LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success.
Become a Peer Mentor
LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success
LSUA 1001 is a for-credit, 3-hour elective course that is open only to freshmen and designed to connect students to campus and community through activities, service-learning opportunities, and lectures that help students become successful college students. On average, students that complete this course have higher GPAs and are more successful in their subsequent courses.
Each LSUA 1001 course has a primary professor along with a Peer Mentor. The Peer Mentors are upperclassmen who help develop course activities, attend campus events with their students, and serve as a primary resource for any questions or issues that may arise in a student’s first year.
“This was one of the best classes I took! To any future freshman…take this class”
“Overall, I truly enjoyed this course and my first semester in college. I don’t think my experience would have been as rewarding or enjoyable without the friendships and relationships I gained from LSUA 1001.”
“This course not only helped me become a better student all around, but I became a better version of myself. My first semester of college is something that I was so nervous about but I soon learned that if I just do what needs to be done and use what I was taught in class, I’ll be alright.”
“At first, this class seemed like a waste of time, but as time went on, I learned so much! I would definitely tell any future freshman to take this class seriously because they will get a lot of useful information from it. This class definitely helped me become more prepared for the upcoming semesters.”
Contact:
Ethan Lipsey, M.A.
Director of First Year Experience
elipsey@lsua.edu
(318) 619-2974
Tristin Lincecum
Coordinator of New Student Programs
tlincecum@lsua.edu
(318) 619-2973
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First Year Experience
The LSUA Office of First Year Experience (FYE) empowers first-year students through transformational strategies, practical resources, and engaging workshops. We promote self-efficacy and lifelong learning by fostering critical thinking and metacognitive development—all aimed at enhancing student success in academics and campus involvement.
The Office of FYE is home to The LSUA Experience, which includes our first-year experience program and courses: LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success and LSUA 3001/4001: Academic Leadership I/II. FYE also oversee New Student Orientation, Parent & Family Orientation, the Student Ambassador Program, and innovative FYE programming.
New Student Orientation
LSUA's New Student Orientation is a comprehensive full-day program designed to help incoming students transition successfully to university life. Parents, spouses, and significant others are welcome to attend a separate Parent Orientation session that runs concurrently with the student program.
Learn About Orientation
LSUA Ambassadors
LSUA's Student Ambassadors are an elite group of select students that exemplify leadership, scholarship, and professionalism. The Ambassador program provides students with numerous academic and professional networking opportunities that expand their horizons and experience while at LSUA.
Learn About Ambassadors
Peer Mentors
Peer Mentors are upperclassmen that are enrolled in LSUA 3001: Academic Leadership I. These students are selected though an application and interview process to co-teach, with a faculty member, a section of LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success.
Become a Peer Mentor
LSUA 1001: Seminar for Academic Success
LSUA 1001 is a for-credit, 3-hour elective course that is open only to freshmen and designed to connect students to campus and community through activities, service-learning opportunities, and lectures that help students become successful college students. On average, students that complete this course have higher GPAs and are more successful in their subsequent courses.
Each LSUA 1001 course has a primary professor along with a Peer Mentor. The Peer Mentors are upperclassmen who help develop course activities, attend campus events with their students, and serve as a primary resource for any questions or issues that may arise in a student’s first year.
“This was one of the best classes I took! To any future freshman…take this class”
“Overall, I truly enjoyed this course and my first semester in college. I don’t think my experience would have been as rewarding or enjoyable without the friendships and relationships I gained from LSUA 1001.”
“This course not only helped me become a better student all around, but I became a better version of myself. My first semester of college is something that I was so nervous about but I soon learned that if I just do what needs to be done and use what I was taught in class, I’ll be alright.”
“At first, this class seemed like a waste of time, but as time went on, I learned so much! I would definitely tell any future freshman to take this class seriously because they will get a lot of useful information from it. This class definitely helped me become more prepared for the upcoming semesters.”
Contact:
Ethan Lipsey, M.A.
Director of First Year Experience
elipsey@lsua.edu
(318) 619-2974
Tristin Lincecum
Coordinator of New Student Programs
tlincecum@lsua.edu
(318) 619-2973
ABOUT
About LSUA
History & Traditions
Career Success
Campus News
Publications
Campus Map
Find People
LSUA Foundation
Job Opportunities
About LSUA
Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution offering undergraduate education and serving the citizens of Central Louisiana.
Learn About LSUA
ADMINISTRATION
Office of Chancellor
Campus Progress
Policies
Finance & Administration
Operations
Civil Rights and Compliance
Staff Senate
Faculty Senate
Strategic Communications
Administration
Oversees the leadership, operations, and strategic direction of Louisiana State University of Alexandria, ensuring the campus runs smoothly and supports student success.
Meet Our Leadership
ADMISSIONS
Office of Admissions
Apply
Visit Campus
Costs & Tuition
Financial Aid
Admitted Students
Transfer
Scholarship Opportunities
Veteran Affairs
Admissions
Guides prospective students through the process of applying to LSUA, from submitting applications to learning about requirements, scholarships, and next steps.
Apply to LSUA
ACADEMICS
Office of Academic Affairs
Office of Registrar
Degree Programs
Honors Experience
SPERO
LSUA Online
Continuing Education
Partnered Degree Programs
James C. Bolton Library
Career Success
College of Business
College of Health & Human Services
College of Liberal Arts
College of Science, Technology & Mathematics
College of Social Sciences
Academics
Offers a wide range of undergraduate programs and courses, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed for career and personal growth.
Explore Academic Programs
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Student Support
Campus Life
Advising
First Year Experience
Career Center
Residential Life
International Programs
University Police
Information & Educational Technology
Barnes & Noble at LSUA
Children's Center
Alexandria Museum of Art
Student Engagement
Connects students to campus life through organizations, events, leadership opportunities, and resources that build community and enhance the college experience.
Get Involved on Campus