Main Content Area
New Student Programs Mission
New Student Programs, a unit within the University College, offers students, families, the campus, and community intentional opportunities to connect during the various transitions throughout the Saluki experience. By providing these connections, New Student Programs helps facilitate the integration of students and families into the intellectual, cultural, and social climate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the greater community.
New Student Programs Goals
- Provide co-curricular transitional programs and leadership training to help guide students in the development of academic and personal skills essential for success.
- Provide on-going communication, resources, and networking events to help guide families as they support their students.
- Provide a variety of intentional programming to help campus meet the needs of the diverse student population.
- Provide the community opportunities to collaborate with and participate in campus programs and events, to help acclimate students and families to Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region.