First Ascent is WCU's Freshmen Wilderness Orientation Program, and was created to offer a unique outdoor adventure specifically for incoming freshmen. Participating in First Ascent is one of the best ways to start your college experience. First Ascent is designed to help high school graduates transition to college life. You'll make new friends, learn about yourself, WCU and have a blast!

Choose from whitewater rafting or 5-day backpacking and rockclimbing.

First Ascent offers unique challenges in the wild outdoors.

• Want to explore the mountains around WCU?
• Want a head start on making connections with people that have similar interests?
• Want to do something completely different, 180 degrees from normal?
• Want to create memories that will last a lifetime?

First Ascent is for you!

Visit our information table at orientation!