FIRST YEAR FOREFRONT

Begin your Akron experience with the affinity, knowledge and motivation you need to have a successful college career!

Check out these programs through the Oﬃce of New Student Orientation to kick oﬀ your ﬁrst year as an Akron Zip!

UNLOCK AKRON

Unlock Akron oﬀers you the chance to meet other new Zips before classes start and to get the lowdown on college life at UA from the current students who lead the activities.

Both events are free for new students and spots are limited. Register here

NIGHT DOWNTOWN AT THE BALLPARK

Watch the Akron Rubber Ducks take on the Richmond Flying Squirrels! New Zips will receive Duck Bills for concessions and enjoy ﬁreworks after the game.

Friday, July 19 at 7:05 p.m. (Arrive to campus at 5:45 p.m.)
Check-in: Simmons Hall (269 E. Buchtel Ave.) at 5:45 p.m. for ice breakers and travel downtown.

PAINTING ZIPPY AT THE AKRON ART MUSEUM

Show oﬀ your UA pride and love for Zippy through art. New Zips will receive a canvas, art supplies and templates to inspire your UA creation. You will also learn about the Akron Art Museum, how you can use your Zip Card, and explore the exhibits throughout the museum.

Friday, August 2, from 2:30-5 p.m.
Check-in: Simmons Hall (269 E. Buchtel Ave.) at 2 p.m. for ice breakers and travel downtown.

MENTORSHIP

Get paired with a Forefront Mentor who serves as a connection to resources and involvement opportunities around campus! New students and mentors are matched based on similar interests and maintain regular communication with each other and attend events together during the fall and spring semesters. Plus, there are perks — students who sign up for a mentor and attend events are entered into a raﬄe to win one of four book scholarships to be used for the next semester. The more engaged you are, the more chances you have to win!

Fill out your First Year Forefront Mentor questionnaire and be matched with a mentor. Pairings will be announced on a weekly basis throughout the summer.

FIRST YEAR SPEAKER SERIES

Find inspiration from guest speakers during your ﬁrst year of college. Each fall semester, UA hosts guest speakers who are experts in areas focused on student success, such as mental health, ﬁnancial literacy, resilience, motivation, independence and more.