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First-Year Summer Communications

Information for first-year students and their families

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First-Year Summer Communications

Our first priority is to support your successful transition to life in college. You and your family members will receive a series of communications throughout the summer, including a weekly summer newsletter called Talking Tartan, which will share campus resources and information, introduce you to the people who make CMU exceptional, and uncover the unique, quirky aspects of your new community. Through this newsletter and other communications, you’ll learn more about the academic transition, CMU’s ethic of care, building lasting relationships, our values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and so much more.

Communications will be posted here as they are sent throughout the summer.

In addition to Talking Tartan, you will receive important enrollment tasks to complete as a part of your First-Year Onboarding Checklist and from your academic departments and programs.

Review all Enrollment On-Boarding Communications for First-Year Students

Class of 2030+ Summer Communications

Talking Tartan: Master the Dining Basics
June 29
Learn more about places to eat across campus, meal blocks, FLEXible Dollars (or FLEX), guest meals and how to track your dining plan usage.
Talking Tartan: Your Health & Well-Being at CMU
June 22
At Carnegie Mellon, well-being is rooted in healthy connections - to people, resources and purpose. We are committed to supporting your holistic health and well-being through inclusive, accessible services that help you thrive.
Talking Tartan: Living on Campus
June 15
At Carnegie Mellon, your residence hall is more than just a place to live - it's the heart of your Tartan experience.
Talking Tartan: Academic Success
June 8
At Carnegie Mellon, you will gain expertise in your chosen field, work alongside renowned faculty to tackle society's biggest challenges, and deliver work that matters. This newsletter highlights resources to help you thrive in this new academic environment and support your academic transitions to CMU.
Talking Tartan: Enrollment Management
June 1
Carnegie Mellon's Division of Enrollment Management helps new students navigate the enrollment process and supports them throughout their academic journey.
Talking Tartan: Welcome to Carnegie Mellon University
May 26
Congratulations! You are among a select group of the most talented students from around the world, and we are excited to welcome you into our community.
President's Welcome
May 14
President Farnam Jahanian extends a welcome to the Class of 2030+ students, transfer students and their families to the Carnegie Mellon University community.