First-year Interest Groups are another WEP program geared toward ensuring that women in the Cockrell School achieve their maximum potential.
A FIG is:
- a small group of first year students who share classes,
- a great way to get to know people,
- a resource for getting to know The University of Texas at Austin,
- a connection with experienced students who serve as upper-division peer mentors with inside knowledge of university life, and
- a great start to your college education.
Participants in WEP FIGs take 1-3 cohort courses together and also meet weekly with their FIG facilitator and a peer mentor for a one-hour seminar, which includes a free lunch each week! Seminar topics are selected to help students adjust to life at the university, develop strategies for a successful college career, and have some fun while getting used to life as a UT student. Participation in WEP FIGs is limited to 20-25 students per FIG.
ACES
Open to first year women in ARE and CE. WEP Facilitator: Ana Dison
All About ME
Open to first year women majoring in ME. WEP Facilitator: Didey Muniz
FIG FIG: Fabulous Intelligent Gals
Open to first year women in ASE, BME and ECE. WEP Facilitator: Amy Caillavet
The Rockin' Pipettes
Open to first year women majoring in CHE and PGE. WEP Facilitator: Tricia Berry
