Participate in the Spring FYE Rewards Program!
These events are meant to help our newest CAS undergraduates, both first-years and transfer students, transition into the intellectual, social, and cultural community of Boston University. The more events you attend, the more rewards you are eligible to receive. All students are welcome to attend, however the rewards program is limited to
How can I get the prizes? When you attend an event, attendance will be tracked, either via a check in through a QR code or someone will take your BU ID number. You will receive an email when you qualify for a prize (at 2, 3, or 4 events). When you are notified, you can pick up prizes at 100 Bay State Road, room 423 until the end of the semester!
Only students who are new spring 2026 students in CAS (first years and transfers) are eligible for prizes. First semester fall 2025 students are ineligible.
Spring Events
Transfer Student Welcome
Thursday, January 22 | 2:00-4:00pm | 100 Bay State Road, Room 545
New BU undergrad transfer student? Come meet your peers, decorate a tote bag, and grab some snacks!
Register here.
Pre-Med Drop-In Advising
Friday, January 23 | 1:30-3:30pm | 100 Bay State Road, Room 101
The pre-health advising team is coming to you! We’re hosting Pop-Up advising sessions at various campus locations you frequent most, offering a convenient opportunity to meet with our advisors. In this informal, group office-hour format, you can discuss your most pressing pre-health questions and get personalized guidance. To make the most of your time, we recommend completing the “Introduction to the Pre-Health Pathway” module before attending. The module is accessible via our Pre-health 101 Blackboard site: https://www.bu.edu/prehealth/pre-health-101/
Register here.
Center for Career Development Open House
Monday, January 26 | 5:00-6:00pm | 100 Bay State Road, Room 101
Whether you’re exploring your interests or ready to land that next opportunity, this is your one-stop shop to connect with career resources across BU — including the Center for Career Development, MyCareerCloset (a clothing rental service at BU), Questrom’s Feld Center for Career & Alumni Engagement, Engineering Career Development, College of Communication Career Services, Pre-Law & Pre-Health Advising, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), College of Arts & Sciences Experiential Learning Connector, Alumni Engagement, and more.
Register here.
CAS Advising Open House
Monday, February 2| 4:00-5:00pm | 100 Bay State Road, room 419
What is advising in CAS? How does your CAS advisor help you make the most of the semester? Learn how to utilize CAS advising in this informational seminar. CAS advisors will walk through the advising basics, tips and tricks for building a great semester, and how (and when) you should contact them. Advisors will be on hand after the presentation to answer any questions you might have!
Register here.
So, you want to get involved in research?
Wednesday, February 11 | 5:00-6:00pm | 725 Comm Ave, Room B12
Discover how you can begin your research journey at BU! Hear from students and faculty as they share tips on finding a project, securing funding, presenting your work, and more. Open to all majors and any CAS undergraduate curious about research is welcome!
Register here.
Make it a Habit: Ace Wellbeing and Academics
Tuesday, February 24 | 5:00-6:00pm | 808 Comm Ave, Room 206
Feeling burnt out from the academic grind? Are you ready to boost your academic success while taking care of your wellbeing? In this interactive workshop, you will discover actionable strategies to create and maintain habits that support both your studies and self-care. We will tackle obstacles, understand the science of habit formation and help you design and sustain effective habits that drive positive change to enhance your academic success and overall wellbeing.
Register here.
