New Students Enjoy Smooth Transition to YU Life

Entering Yeshiva University students have encountered few problems in the transition to their studies on campus this semester. According to Dr. Efrem Nulman, Dean of Students, all check-in and housing procedures went smoothly because the number of departing students was close to that of the incoming freshmen and transfers. "With the number that graduated and the number that came in, we pretty much have the same amount of people in the dorms." A total of 78 new students entered the residence halls, although Dr. Nulman clarified that this number doesn't take into account the commuting students. The precise enrollment numbers were unavailable at press time.

As for the students themselves, most of the newcomers had only good things to say (although some seemed like they were avoiding the expression of their qualms). Tzvi Landsman, a transfer student from Columbia University, expressed relief at being "put with a senior in a nice dorm in Rubin," and said that he liked the personal attention that his small classes afforded. He was, however, concerned that his classes were "on a more elementary level" than the engineering courses he took while at Columbia.

Recent Kerem B'Yavneh alumnus and new Sy Syms School of Business student Gabe Seghi is most enthusiastic about the classmates he has met thus far. "I'm with serious guys, on a good floor," he says. He had a bit of trouble adjusting to his classes, though, noting that "the learning in Eretz Yisroel is different from that of YU." But he does think that the diversity of the YU student body and a general "change of pace" will generate a positive experience in his learning and pursuit of a marketing degree.

An Israel returnee, Ozer Katz, reported that "everything is fine." The Mevaseret Zion alumnus also found Muss suitable for his humble needs, and was pleased with the check-in process. When asked to elaborate upon that sentiment, the accounting major added, "the elevator thing is really annoying."

Michael Waren, who transferred from The Rabbinical College of America in Morristown, NJ, found the dorms "very nice, except for my broken bed." A new resident of Muss, he was happy with the classes for which he registered.

With the new semester underway, it is important to remember that starting at a new school can often be overwhelming. Dr. Nulman wants new students to know that his office is always open for those who need help with their transition to Yeshiva University. "For us, each new semester is an exciting start," exclaimed Nulman. "It's always wonderful to welcome new students, and I hope they are happy here."