Earle, Brian O.2004-01-202004-01-202004-01-20MTS11052https://hdl.handle.net/1813/73A print on demand of these books and articles can be obtained from Cornell Business Services (CBS) Digital Services by sending e-mail to digital@cornell.edu or calling 607.255.2524. In the body of the message include the identifier.uri for the book or article, and ask to be contacted regarding payment.A survey of Cornell University students indicated that many feel isolated and are dissatisfied with their interactions with faculty and with other students. This paper looks at current best practices at Cornell in order to make the first-year experience more enjoyable for Cornell students.126511 bytesapplication/pdfen-USfirst-year studentswelcome lettersfaculty advisingpeer advisingstudent orientationreport