How it Works Freshman Wilderness Experience combines the exciting adventure of an Outdoor Program expedition with the knowledge gained
through the First Year Programs UNIV 100 course. Check out theInformational Flier .
Who can Participate? Freshman Wilderness Experience is an orientation program that only incoming freshman may enroll in. Though the program is open to anyone and previous outdoor experience is not necessary, it is recommended that one be in good
physical shape to participate.
Can I earn College Credit? YES YOU CAN!!! Freshman Wilderness Experience couples a week long expedition with two upperclassmen and a BGSU faculty member.
These individuals will facilitate outdoor learning skills on the field. When you return to BGSU you will meet with a class
once a month to cover the remainder of the UNIV 100 course curriculum. Enrolling in this program registers you in a UNIV 100
Freshman Wilderness Experience based class that is worth 2 academic credits.
Who will I meet? When on the expedition you will be joined by six other first year students with two trained Outdoor Program staff members
and one BGSU faculty member. Once fall classes begin your monthly class will be made up of all students who participate in
Freshman Wilderness Experience expeditions, so you will already have something in common.
