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
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.
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.
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.