Mission

University Success 1001 , is designed to provide first year students with skills and attitudes that will be the foundation for their academic success and to welcome them as active members of the campus and the urban community. The mission of University Success 1001 includes the following:

• A comprehensive, progressive, student-centered freshman seminar that provides first year students with academic and transitional support to enhance their success at the University of New Orleans.

• An opportunity for students to develop and apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and study skills needed for university work.

• A course where students can learn about their strengths and their learning styles in relation to their academic, social, and personal role at the University of New Orleans. 

• Assistance to students in identifying and using campus resources and services that support student learning and personal development.

• Information for students on how to be involved in campus activities and learning to interact with others in a diverse community.

• Opportunities for current and past University Success students to become involved in the university community, develop their leadership skills, and participate in service-learning projects to be of support to the university community and the community outside UNO.

Vision

UNIV promotes civic engagment, academic development, persistence, connection, and satisfaction for first year students within the UNO community and beyond.