This annual three-part video series highlights various new UMSL student experiences during their first semester. We hope that you can relate, prepare and take time to reflect on your own UMSL experience.

Fall 2019 - Check-In #1: The first few weeks

Meet your fellow peers, Ashton, Stephen, Jai, Samantha, Ria, and Ashley, who shared their story during their first few weeks at UMSL.

Fall 2019 - Check-In #2: Halfway there

Check-in with Ashton, Stephen, Jai, Samantha, Ria, and Ashley, and see how their semester has been going so far with midterms and more.

Fall 2019 - Check-In #3: Wrapping up the semester

Reflect with Ashton, Stephen, Jai, Samantha, Ria, and Ashley, and see how their semester wrapped up before winter break.

Meet the First Year at UMSL testimonial students:

Ashton Hartman

Major: Political Science

Year in School: First time in College

Ria Silver

Major: Graphic Design

Year in School: Sophomore - UMSL Transfer student

Ashley Franklin

Major: Elementary Education (Special Education)

Year in School: Junior - UMSL Transfer student

Jai Jones

Major: Computer Science

Year in School: First time in College

Stephen Jung

Major: Social Work

Year in School: Junior - UMSL Transfer student

Samantha Howse