New Student Success Check List

For any students who have completed their New or Transfer Student Orientation or may be returning back to the College of Arts & Sciences after a hiatus, please explore the information below to help you navigate your initial semester here at UNM.  You can also download a PDF of this information here.

   The week before classes begin:


  • Set up a planner or calendar to manage your school, work, and person schedules and deadlines. Visit here for the upcoming semester to see important dates and holidays.
  • Get your technology ready!  UNM uses Microsoft 365. Click here to get your access to downloadable software and review how to access these products in a browser as well!
  • Check your UNM LoboMail to know what’s happening on campus during the first week. Want it on your phone?  Try the Outlook App.

    The day before classes begin:


  • Review your class schedule and classroom locations on LoboWeb in my.unm.edu. Here is a link for how to get there.
  • Participate in the Class Crawl Campus Tours  outside the SUB Mall at 5PM on Sunday before classes start for a personalized campus tour (right after Freshmen Convocation). 

   The first day of classes:


  • Review Canvas to familiarize yourself with class content. Check out the Canvas Student App if you are interested!
  • Access and read your course syllabi carefully.

   The first week of classes:


  • Shop for required books (on & off campus or online). Visit UNM Bookstore to see what books have been assigned for your classes!
  • Attend EVERY class. Getting the first week's introductions is VERY important!

   The first semester:


  • Most communication at UNM is done via email, so be sure to keep an eye out daily for any messages from your instructors, advisors, financial aid/scholarships, and Bursar’s Office!Remember to submit your high school and/or dual credit transcripts with final posted grades to Admissions. You can verify with the OneStop Office if they have everything they need from you!
  • Check-in with your advisor at least once. You can schedule an appointment in Student Hub (click here for instructions).  Your major/minor will be the first option on the click down when selecting your support team to make an appointment. During your future meetings with your advisor, you can discuss things like:
    • your minor/second major interests and options
    • elective courses
    • adjusting your schedule
    • any courses you feel you may be struggling in
    • internships, research and other ways to get involved in your departments
    • future semester planning
    • and any other questions you may have!

ASCAS advisors and staff are here to support your pursuit of an Arts & Science degree, minor, or certificate in every step of the process. Contact us if you have any questions!