Looking forward to meeting you!

July 17, 2019

Just a quick message to say that we are really psyched for FUP2019! Be on the look out for emails regarding what you should bring, forms you need to complete, information about logistics during FUP. Hope you are enjoying your summer!

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Congratulations Class of 2026

April 18, 2022

We are so excited to meet you! If you are coming for Visitas, we will be at the activities fair--stop by to meet the FUPleaders and learn all about FUP2022. Learn about how FUP integrates opportunties to work with and learn from community activists and non-profit leaders while also learning how to navigate Harvard.

Since 1984, participants have credited FUP with providing a sense of community past orientation, as well as a safe environment in which to challenge one's perspective and learn how to navigate the Harvard experience. Apply to FUP! Applications will be open available in mid-May.

Are you applying to FUP?

May 25, 2021

The applications for pre-orientation programs are ou! This year FUP will be held from August 12-16th; yes over a weekend! Since 1984, FUP has been a transformational experience for first year students; an introduction to Harvard and an opportunity to join a community at Harvard that is dedicated to making the world and Harvard the best it can be. We look forward to meeting you!

Congratulations Class of 2025

May 6, 2021

We are so excited to meet you! The First Year Urban Program is dedicated to introducing you to the public service community at Harvard, which includes over 100 public service opportunities addressing issues locally, nationally and internationally. We are lucky to be based in one of the most dynamic urban areas in the country with a rich history of community organizing and advocating for social justice. At FUP, we partner with community leaders to take a critical look at the major issues facing our communities and how to work with each other as allies and partners in creating a more equitable society. If you are looking to meet others who want to learn about the world and how to address critical social issues while in college-- we welcome you to join us at FUP!

FUP applications open until July 13

July 8, 2020

If you want to apply for FUP, please go to: https://dso.college.harvard.edu/pre-orientation to access the application! We are looking forward to seeing you in August!

FUP 2020--it's on!

July 6, 2020

For the first time ever, FUP2020 will be virtual! FUP2020 will be held August 19-24th, 2020. Please join us for service projects with our community partners, dialogue groups exploring issues such as gentrification, race, equity, economics, and food security as well as panels featuring local community leaders and activists. Former FUP participants report a transformational experience that results in challenging their perspectives and an introduction to the one of the most vibrant communities at Harvard—the public service community! See you in August! Please go to this page for more information about Fall 2020: https://college.harvard.edu/ourpathforward

FUP 2020...when will we know?

June 15, 2020

First congratulations on joing the Harvard community! We can't wait to meet you! You may be wondering what is going on with FUP. As of this writing, FUP will be happening but we cannot confirm any dates. Due to the ongoing pandemic and a desire to keep everyone as safe as possible; all decisions are being made based on the best availale public health information as possible. We can tell you that we have been in touch with our program partners and they are looking forward to having us return and continue to contribute to their communities. Stay tuned for messages from the Office of First Year Experience who will contact you as soon as any decisions are made. In the mean time, we encourage you to serve and educate yourself about social change; please go to Harvard ServesEverywhere for a list of ways you can keep serving through the pandemic.

First-Year Urban Program