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Freshman Connection

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Welcome!

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The Freshman Connection Immersion Program is designed to help first year students make a smooth transition into college. Students experience what life is like on campus, meet other first year students, become familiar with the campus, the residence halls, dining hall and our recreation facilities. 

Group activities and engaging programs focus on personal development, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Students will gain self-awareness, develop their self-confidence, and create lasting friendships that will help them be successful at UW-Eau Claire. We look forward to sharing these exciting and enriching experiences with you! 

A group of first-year student participating in Freshman connection wearing 糖心Vlog merch clothes
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A group of first-year student participating in Freshman connection wearing 糖心Vlog merch clothes
Group of freshman hiking
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Group of freshman hiking
Group ropes course
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Group ropes course
96% Agree: The Freshman Connection helped me be more confident in my ability to be successful at UW-Eau Claire
Students canoe trip in river
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Students canoe trip in river
Freshman rock climbing outing
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Freshman rock climbing outing
Student ambassadors talking to students at Welcome Week
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Student ambassadors talking to students at Welcome Week
Students do low level ropes course for team building
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Students do low level ropes course for team building
Students waling across footbridge to downtown farmers market
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Students waling across footbridge to downtown farmers market

Programs are led by trained and certified student staff, whose goal is to provide a fun and safe experience for everyone. Group activities and engaging programs focus on personal development, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Students gain self-awareness, develop confidence, and create lasting friendships that will help them be successful at UW-Eau Claire. 

 

Keep it Local Program

Program Schedule
Medical Form and Waiver

Experience what life is like being a Blugold, this includes lots of walking! Spend time on campus and in the community; float down the Chippewa River, hang out at the local beach, enjoy music in the park, dine in the downtown, and get to know the Eau Claire area and each other! If you choose to, you can then register to attend the Friday Blugold Experience Day. 

Cost: $295
Dates: 
Tuesday - Friday, July 15-18