University of Florida - Tower / Seminole Yearbook (Gainesville, FL)

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Eats EW tar lit. A14 .3: .x: 3 ti :3 n , A w, M 5, 4.31 w 4EU-.BV$WEEACHJAH;?myzgyg.g WhiQHMKtM One of the activity nights at freshman preview was Prom night. Preview Leaders got together and dressed up while encouraging new students to do so as well. Photo by Charles Carballo 12 FRESHMEN PREVIEW SETTING SAIL FOR FRESHMEN PREVIEW Everyone seems to remember his or her Preview expe- rience as if it were yesterday, even if it was not enj oyable. Whether students spent their two days arguing with their parents, worrying about their schedules or just soaking in the college atmosphere, they remember the day when they were once eager freshmen. Students started out the first day with small group sessions in which they learned more about the majors they were interested in and the classes they would need to take. Later on, students were exposed to a wide range of issues impacting first-year students, taught Gator Cheers and watched skits about college life. At the end of the day students got to experience dorm life by staying in Broward Hall and eating at Broward Din- ing. The next day, students rushed around picking out their schedules for the upcom- ing semester, getting their Gator One cards made and setting up things such as meal plans or declining balance and parking decals. At the end of the day, students would leave with a sense of anticipation for their first college semester to begin. Freshman Pouya Abdollahzadeh said, 1'I feel that overall, Preview was a helpful experience in facilitat- ing the adjustment between high school and univer- sity life. Not only was I able to meet countless people, but I got the reassuring feeling for UF that affirmed my convictions in my belonging here. The incoming freshmen got the chance to meet new people, which sometimes led to lasting friendships. Many students also used their experiences at Preview as a way to make the transition into college life a smooth one. Most importantly, Preview served as an experience to intro- duce students to their new home for the upcoming years. Jennifer Duhnarn

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From France to Spain, the study abroad. program is the easiest way tar students t0 s: 3 the ssrrorid in addition to recieveing Ciass credits. Photos by: Gordow Van '; , David Lazzdjirzir Audrey Mizgfmm. 5'93 :3le 1m This traditional Italian restaurant located in Trastevere, Italy, is among the top favorites for students and program coordinator, Dr. Michael Paden, Photo by Study Abroad Students studying abroad can travel to the south-western African tip, The Cape of Good Hope. Photo by Law School St. Peter's Basilica, located in Vatican City, Italy, is the largest church in the world. While studying abroad students Visit the burial site of St. Peter and the surrounding Vatican city museums. Photo by Study Abroad STUDY ABROAD 11

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On the last day of Preview, leaders helped students one last time before they met With their academic advisors to enroll in their Classes. Photo by Charles Carballo. In another of their skits, Preview Leaders demonstrated how to handle relationships and school. As a new freshman, it was ea to be overwhelmed by all the possibilities. Photo by Charles Carballo. One of the many Preview skits this year was about sexually transmitted disea es. Students were exposed to the risks, and possible results of unprotec ed sexual intercourse Photos by Charles Carballo. After a rough day of showing incoming freshmen the ropes, Prev ew leaders take time out to relax before calling it a night. Photo by Charles Carballo FRESHMEN PRE IEXW 13