… assure that FYE scholars do well academically and socially. The First-Year Experience ensures that all first-year scholars have a home while at ELAC and are continuously inspired to achieve greatness. Benefits of Making the First-Year Experience Home FYE scholars enroll in learning communities that have built-in academic support. Throughout the scholars’ year commitment to FYE, they learn about and develop self-advocacy … various programming, mentorship, counseling, and educational trips in collaboration with the transfer center. FYE scholars have full support from a dedicated and empowering family. The FYE family includes staff and professors who are equipped to …