First Steps Summer Program

First Steps is a Bridge Program within the Smooth Transitions pre-orientation and year-long mentoring program designed to provide high-level support to first-generation and students of color as they engage in academic pursuits and co-curricular experiences at Xavier University. In addition to the pre-orientation component, the year-long engagement for First Steps students begins the academic preparation with a summer 3-credit online course and continues throughout the academic year with a cohort experience with an assigned Faculty Mentor, targeted GOA class, and required monthly Skills Development Labs, as well as offering peer-to-peer mentorship. All of which will empower students with academic habits, purpose, and hone the skills necessary to transition to college-level work.

For more information, contact the Director of Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Mr. Samuel Terry at terrys@xavier.edu.