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The first year reading experience (FYRE) at ´ºÃÎÖ±²¥ connects new students to the university community through a shared reading experience, welcoming them to a culture that values the thoughtful discussion of ideas. On opening day (the day before classes begin in the fall), first year students will meet with faculty, librarians, administrators, staff, and alumni for a conversation about the selected book. Many professors incorporate the book and its themes into first year courses and events/speakers are planned throughout the entire academic year.

This year's selection is .

FYRE Committee

The first year reading experience (FYRE) committee is responsible for reviewing feedback and assessments regarding the FYRE program as well as potential books. The committee will narrow down nominated books to three or four finalists which are announced in February for a campus-wide vote. 

FYRE COMMITTEE 2015-2016

• Brian Alves, art + design
• Mathew Chetnik, first year experience
• Alliane Hughes, student involvement and activities
• John McArdle, management
• Roopika Risam, English
• Brittany Rocheleau, graduate student (higher education in student affairs), first year experience graduate assistant
• Peter Sampieri, theatre and speech communication/faculty fellow for the first year experience
• Sheila Schreiner, biology
• Joan Sweeney, health and counseling services
• Jingwen Yan, graduate student (higher education in student affairs), first year experience graduate assistant

To provide feedback, please please email the committee or submit your thoughts on the .