First Year Programs

A&O Modules + Husky/Parent & Family Guides

Please reach out to your FYP staff liaison to consult about how to best communicate your content. Contact fyp@uw.edu if you are unsure who to contact. 

Differences Between First Year Resources

Quick Links

Access and Timeline 

We are excited to launch A&O Program Modules and Husky/Parent & Family Guide based on the following timeline: 

Husky/Parent & Family Guide & FY Checklist 

  • January 19 - February 2: Campus Partner Content Editing #1 
  • February 3 - February 9: FYP makes Changes 
  • February 12 - February 26: Campus Partner Content Editing #2 
  • February 27 - March 1: FYP Makes Final Changes.
  • March 1: Guide Available online - fyp.uw.edu/huskyguide 
  • April 11: Go to print 

Modules 

  • Review the A&O Modules Campus Partner Guide for additional information 
  • Feb 5th - March 1: Campus Partner Content Editing #1 
  • March 1 - March 29: FYP Makes Changes
  • April 1 - April 19: Campus Partner Content Editing #2 
  • April 22 - May 16: FYP Makes Final Changes 
  • May 17th: Modules Launch 

Review the A&O Modules

The following links are designed for UW staff members to review the content in the modules. Use an incognito or private window to view these sample courses.

Students should access the A&O modules using the following link: https://aomodules.fyp.uw.edu/ in order to sign in with their UW NetID and get credit for the requirement. Accessing the links below will not track student progress & may result in course registration delays.

If you have an individual account in advantage design select the following link: http://fyp.washington.edu/aomodules.  

Pre-A&O Modules 

  • Student launch on May or June 
  • Students must complete modules in a specific sequence.
  • Content focused on A&O, course registration, campus resources, communities & relationships, and navigating technology
  • Requirement: Complete course at least 3-days before A&O session. Reminder emails to complete the modules sent through the A&O reservation system.

Post-A&O Modules 

  • Student launch in June 
  • Open course structure - students may select any module in any order.
  • Content focused on time-appropriate topics for the beginning of the first quarter.

Husky Guide 

  • Goes to print in April
  • Shipped to U.S. addresses in early June (online access otherwise)
  • Printed booklet focused on academics, finances, health & well-being, and campus life.
  • Booklet shipped to students along with columns tradition coin and other swag.
  • Quick reference guide to be used throughout the year.

Format: All A&O sessions will be delivered live on zoom for one or two days. Students will have option to come to campus in summer for husky hangouts. 

International A&O: All freshman international students will participate in a two-day A&O program.  Similar to the U.S. freshman program, students will connect with an Academic Advisor to register for classes and work with Orientation Leaders to discover important campus resources and begin to build community. In the summer, they have an additional Regional Connection Group to connect to peers, in country, and international student mentors.  

Family Orientation: FYP will host day-long, webinar/q&a orientation sessions for parents and families. Family Orientation includes the following:

  • Family resources website 
  • Weekly one-day live program via zoom 
  • Monthly email newsletters and podcasts
  • Live topic based webinars (separate registration from Family Orientation registration on fyp.washington.edu/live) 

 

Connect with Us

Connect with your FYP staff liaison if you have questions. Please email fyp@uw.edu if you are unsure about your liaison.