Class of 2028 | Bay Area Immersion
San Francisco | San Jose
Program Dates: Sun | Sep 15 - Thu | Sep 19, 2024
Move In Date: Sun | Sep 15
Cost: $250
The First Year Immersion (FYI) is designed to help incoming students connect with the local community while getting to know fellow Broncos. We believe that all new SCU students should feel welcome, supported, and empowered in their new community, and we want to give them the tools they need to do that prior to the start of the academic year!
The first-year Immersion is a five-day program where new SCU students get to explore the city of San Jose or San Francisco and the people who are working hard to make their city a better place. Our Program is aimed at supporting and inspiring upcoming civic leaders in the class of 2028. Students will get to know a larger group of peers and participate in a small group experience in San Jose or San Francisco.
Our themes will be Civic Engagement for Mental Health and Civic Engagement for Housing Equity. Participants will reflect on their experiences in the context of their upcoming education at SCU, find friendships, and get to know their new home - all before move-in weekend even starts!
It is a great place to build friendships with new classmates and deepen your understanding of SCU’s Jesuit tradition of holistic community-engaged education.
You also get to move in early!
Application Process
- Applicants must have their SCU ID available to complete the application
- Application due: Friday, July 19 | 11:59 PM
- For Incoming Class of 2028 students only
When will I move in?
You can move in early on the morning of September 15th; the program will start in the evening.
Will we sleep in our dorms?
We will be living, working AND sleeping in the community. Also expect to have no access to showers for 3 days.
Can I participate in Welcome Weekend activities?
Yes, our program will finish the night of September 20th and you will be able to participate in all Welcome weekend activities.
Can commuter students participate?
Yes! The First-Year Immersion is open to ALL First-Year incoming students.
Where do I pay?
After application closes (July 14) you will receive a personalized confirmation email with a payment link to secure your spot.
Will I need anything in terms of gear or food?
No, we will provide everything you need in terms of transportation, bedding and food. We will accommodate dietary and mobility needs, but keep in mind we will have simple meals and lodgings.
The photos below are from previous San Jose Immersions. The activities and format will be different this year but the spirit of the program remains the same.
