Finding Your Community
From day one, you will be a part of two distinct residential communities.
First is an academic cohort comprised of peers from the same academic school or college who live near you. This community is led by your First-Year Fellow, an upper-class student leader that is trained to mentor and guide you through your transition to the U academically, professionally, and personally. The goal of the cohort is to help you find peers early on in your UM career that are on a similar academic or professional journey. We hope you will spend time with your cohort peers both in class, and back at home in your Residential College.
The second community you’ll belong to is made up of your neighbors on your floor. This community is led by your Resident Assistant, an upper-class student leader that promotes community, plans social events, provides personal support, aids in conflict resolution, and helps you to feel comfortable in your living environment. You will spend much of your time on your floor, bonding with your neighbors, and creating lifelong friendships.