First Year Success Series
Navigating your first year comes with questions.
The Success Series offers short, practical workshops – both in person and online – to help you find resources, build good habits and feel more confident as you adjust to life at Ohio State.
What to Expect
Sessions are 45-75 minutes and offered in three formats:
- In person
- CarmenZoom
- CarmenCanvas modules (completed at your own pace)
Presenters will share any deadlines or expectations for their sessions.
The Success Series and Your Survey Course
Many first-year students are expected to attend Success Series sessions as part of their survey course. The number of sessions you must attend depends on your instructor, so check your syllabus or ask if you’re unsure.
You’re always welcome to attend more than the required number.
Find Sessions
We offer hundreds of sessions each term with more than 300 during autumn. You can browse by session tags and choose which sessions that match your interests and schedule.
Watch the step-by-step FYSS Registration Guide video, then register for sessions that fit your needs.
FYSS Registration Guide video
FAQs
Do I have the same requirement as my roommate?
Probably not as expectations vary by survey course section.
Can I go to extra sessions?
Absolutely. Attend as many as you want.
How can I get help registering?
Watch the FYSS Registration Guide video first, then email us at fyss@osu.edu if you still have questions.
Have questions or need more information?
Contact First Year Success Series at fyss@osu.edu.