First-Year Communities
Build your community
Are you looking to make life-long friends in your first year at UofL? There is no easier way than to find a community that shares your passions—what makes you you—to both live and study together.
Explore your first-year community options below. Advisor contact information and eligibility requires are listed on each community page.
Living-Learning Communities
Designed for students who share a common academic goal, major, or career path
BioBridges
An academic community that fosters fun and interest in “all things biological.”
College of Business
Connect with fellow business majors while building your unique leadership style.
Education and Health & Sport Science
The perfect spot for students in the College of Education & Human Development.
Engineering
Providing a comprehensive support system as you start your journey at Speed School.
First-Generation Cardinal
Connect with other first-gen peers who are also navigating their new college journey.
Psychology
For those passionate about psychology and eager to dive into the field and support each other in their academic journey.
School of Music
For those who live and breathe music, surround yourself with fellow musicians.
Themed Communities
Bringing together students with shared interests, activities or hobbies.
Ecology & Sustainability
For students passionate about making a difference on the natural world through sustainability.
Feminist Social Justice Leadership
For students to engage with today’s important social issues and help build a campus where everyone can succeed.
Global Village
This community is your gateway to a more globally connected campus life.
Metropolitan College
For current and prospective Metropolitan College participants who are working part-time at UPS Worldport.
Students on Mission
Connect with fellow believers and be part of a movement that’s bigger than yourself.