The First-Year Focus (FYF) Program is an extension of Orientation that continues throughout the year. It combines academic and co-curricular activities to assist first-year students in adjusting to college life, Barnard, and New York City. Entertaining and informative activities and workshops, ranging from informal weekly programs to larger formal events, are organized in the residence halls. Past programs have included room decorating contests, floor brunches, movie nights, workshops on stress management and reduction and healthy eating and numerous other activities. FYF is dedicated to the integrity and personal growth of each individual and is co-sponsored by the Dean of Studies and Residential Life and Housing offices.
The FYF Program is coordinated by Associate Director Courtney Bazan Colvin.
