Welcome, First-Year CeO Scholars!
We are so excited that you are joining CeO as you prepare for life at UW-Madison!
Equipping You for the Journey Ahead
New beginnings are exciting, but stressful—that’s why CeO provides a robust program that helps First-Year CeO Scholars transition to college.
Although participation is mandatory, CeO’s First-Year Program is designed to provide the tools, connections, and resources that will help you thrive at UW-Madison.
The First-Year Experience: What to Expect
We Aren’t your typical advisors
Connect With Your Advisor
CeO Advisors will connect with you on a deeper level, providing personalized, meaningful support throughout your academic journey.
You will meet with your CeO Advisor several times throughout your first year to address any unexpected issues and ensure things are going according to plan.
You are not alone
Make New Friends & Build Your Community
First-Year CeO Scholars are placed into a small group called a Peer-Led Community (PLC), which is led by a Peer Navigator—a returning CeO Scholar who will serve as your mentor throughout your first year.
PLCs provide First-Year CeO Scholars with a supportive network before class ever starts.
explore campus with friends
Early Move-In & Attend SFS Orientation
First-Year CeO Scholars move in early to attend CeO’s Strategies for Success (SFS) orientation program.
SFS includes various optional activities, offering you many chances to meet new people and explore campus at your own pace.
It all starts with curiosity
Discovering & Seizing Opportunities
No one arrives on campus already knowing everything, and you don’t need to figure things out on your own.
CeO helps you discover resources, experiences, and opportunities that expand what’s possible for your college journey.
You Belong at UW
You Deserve to Be Here
It is natural to experience self-doubt when starting a new chapter, especially at a large university.
CeO provides encouragement, support, and community to help you recognize your strengths and thrive at UW-Madison.
There is more to success than academics
Grow Outside the Classroom
CeO programming provides opportunities to develop confidence, resilience, financial literacy, and other experiences that will benefit you long after graduation.
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