First Year Experience

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Starting college comes with a lot of questions, new routines, and firsts. But the good news is that you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Monroe Community College, the First Year Experience (FYE) brings together opportunities that help you feel supported and connected. Learn more and get involved today.


Contact Us

Brighton Campus, Building 6, Room 201 
Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. 

Building a Strong First Year

Start strong at Monroe Community College. MCC's First Year Experience connects you with free events, support, and ways to get involved your first year. 

What Is the First Year Experience?

MCC’s First Year Experience (FYE) is all about helping first-year students connect outside the classroom. Through events like game nights, craft sessions, fitness classes, and student life fairs, FYE creates easy ways to meet people, relax, and get involved. Every event is free and open to all MCC students.

Lead the MCC Experience

Help shape student experiences by becoming a Peer Navigator or Resident Assistant (RA). These paid leadership roles let you support students, build community, and grow skills that stand out long after graduation.

What is a Peer Navigator?

As a Peer Navigator, you help new students feel at home at MCC. You’ll lead campus tours, help with orientation and welcome events, and be a friendly, knowledgeable face students can turn to with questions. It’s a great way to build leadership skills, meet people across campus, and make a real impact during someone’s first year.

What is a Resident Assistant?

As an RA, you help create a supportive and welcoming residence hall community. You’ll connect with students where they live, plan fun and educational programs, and help promote a safe, inclusive environment. Along the way, you’ll strengthen communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills that carry into any career.

Upcoming FYE Events

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Explore upcoming FYE events and find opportunities to join in, meet new people, and build skills that support your success in and out of the classroom. Register for events and see what’s coming up next.

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