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20 Things Every New Pace Student Should Do

By
Alyssa Cressotti
Posted
May 2, 2025
Pace students lining up for a food truck at homecoming.

New here? WeÂé¶¹´«Ã½™ve got you. From ID cards to goat yoga (we've included a baby goat in this list), this list has everything you need to kick off your Pace experience the right way.

  1. Upload your Pace ID photo before arriving on campus. This unlocks access to everything from dining halls to campus events.
  2. Meet with your academic advisor. TheyÂé¶¹´«Ã½™ll help you build a class schedule and stay on track to graduate on time.
  3. Explore your First-Year Experience or Transfer Experience programming. Tailored support ensures your transition to Pace is smooth and meaningful.

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    Pace students posing for a photo on Alumni Lawn.
  4. Download the Pace Mobile app. Stay connected to campus events, resources, alerts, and more.
  5. Log in to SetterSync. ItÂé¶¹´«Ã½™s your portal to student orgs, upcoming events, and campus opportunities.
  6. Stop by the Center for Student Engagement. Get involved, build your network, and make your mark.
  7. Visit the Learning Commons. Whether you need tutoring or just want a study boost, itÂé¶¹´«Ã½™s your academic support hub.
  8. Tour the Pace Library. Grab a quiet corner or tap into 120+ databasesÂé¶¹´«Ã½”itÂé¶¹´«Ã½™s your research HQ.
  9. Attend Weeks of Welcome (WOW) events. From goat yoga to campus carnivals, these are canÂé¶¹´«Ã½™t-miss memory-makers.
  10. Set up your meal plan and scope out your favorite spots. Try acai bowls at Pace Fit, milkshakes at Pace Perk, or pizza at RosellaÂé¶¹´«Ã½™s.
  11. Learn your campus inside and out. Whether it's the 6th floor of 15 Beekman or the Kessel Student Center, find your go-to spaces.
  12. Explore the Counseling Center and Center for Wellbeing. These services are here for youÂé¶¹´«Ã½”use them when you need support.
  13. Familiarize yourself with PaceÂé¶¹´«Ã½™s Safety and Security resources.  Update your Pace Alerts info and download the PaceSafe app

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    Students playing BINGO at a table.
  14. Explore New York City or Westchester like a local.  From Broadway trips to nature trails, Pace gives you access to it all.
  15. Visit the Auxiliary Services office. Set up essentials like your mail, textbooks, and meal plan info.
  16. Follow . It's the easiest way to stay in the loop.
  17. Attend a campus tradition. Homecoming, SpringFest, Late Night BreakfastÂé¶¹´«Ã½”these are Pace must-dos.
  18. Visit Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Services. Yes, even as a new student. Start building your resume early.
  19. Check out the food resources if you need support. Pace Provisions and the Fare Trade program are here to help.
  20. Say yes to something new! Join a club. Go to an open mic. Try goat yoga. You never know what youÂé¶¹´«Ã½™ll love.
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A goat walking on students during a goat yoga session.
We told you there would be goats.

 

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