First Year Experience

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

         What is the First Year Experience Program (FYE)?

    The First Year Experience, Learning Community is a program that allows freshmen students an alternate approach to learning that encourages relationships with peers and their instructors. Students in this program will be part of a peer group which focuses on improving the student’s reasoning and study skills through various methods. In this program, learning becomes a team effort, which develops students who are critical thinkers and better prepared for college.
    What are the requirements to enroll in a learning community?

              There are two requirements to enroll in a learning community:

                               * First Time College Student

                       *  Eligible for English 21/97 or Math 112

 

            Are the classes difficult?

         No.  By connecting the courses, it may actually be easier to understand the material and both instructors tend to coordinate their homework assignments.

         

           Do the courses transfer?

     Yes.  If the courses are transferable courses (see LACC catalog).