Student Life & First-Year Experience

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Student Life & First-Year Experience (SL&FYE) is dedicated to the health and wellness of all students. In an effort to limit transmission of COVID-19, SL&FYE will be cancelling all in person events effective immediately until the University resumes full operations. We will be hosting events online, so stay tuned!

The Office of SL&FYE will operate via phone and email only during normal operating hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. beginning Monday, March 16. You can call (859) 622-3855 or email studentlife@eku.edu during that time.

Information about the Colonel’s Cupboard operations can be found here: communityservice.eku.edu/Cupboard

Our Mission

The mission of Student Life & First-Year Experience is to enhance the quality of life of Eastern Kentucky University students by supporting the University's commitment to the academic success and holistic development of every Colonel. Our goal is to foster intellectual, physical, and social development through programs and direct services which challenge and support students as they develop attitudes, abilities, and skills for life-long learning within an ever-changing global environment.

Exciting programs and events are offered to students across campus from many different departments, organizations, and student groups. Student Life & First-Year Experience offers monthly programming to foster school spirit, encourage student involvement, and build student leaders.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8am-4:30pm during University Operating Hours.