While not required, freshman seminars are an excellent introduction to academic life in the College, and are highly recommended for first- or second-semester students. The primary goal of the freshman seminar program is to provide every freshman with the opportunity for a direct personal encounter with a faculty member in a small class setting devoted to a significant intellectual endeavor. Freshman seminars also fulfill College General Education Requirements.
Students should satisfy the Writing Requirement by taking a writing seminar sometime in their first year. Writing seminars are offered through the Critical Writing Program.
