P.A.W.S., which stands for Preparing, Advising, and Welcoming Students, is the name of the new student onboarding program that Fisk University will require of all first-year students starting their first semester in the fall term. P.A.W.S. is intended to help first-year students make a smooth transition to college and become used to the community on campus by providing them with opportunities to participate in a variety of programs and events.

Preparing and Advising 

Students will meet with various key offices to complete the financial clearance process and academic advising:

• Admissions

• Financial Aid

• Student Accounts

• Residence Life and Campus Services

• AESP (Academic Advising)

• Registrar

Welcoming Students (New Student Orientation) 

• First-year students will connect with their future classmates, prepare for life inside and outside the classroom, and learn to navigate campus life.

• Workshops and sessions that will provide support and answer questions relating to academics, health, safety, college transitions, and support services.

• Opportunity to meet with academic departments, an overview of university resources and technology, and a chance to interact with multiple university offices that will support the FISK University journey.