Univ Interdepartmental Course 191I - First Year Seminar - FR

This seminar is designed to welcome students into the UMass Amherst community and provide them with the tools, strategies and resources for a successful transition to and experience in college. Students will explore the wide array of opportunities and resources available to enhance their college experience. They will build connections with peers and instructor and engage in conversation and activities to embrace the value of approaching all aspects of their college experience intentionally. The seminar will focus on both academic success and personal wellbeing.

First year (Fr or Soph) This section will also explore this topic: There is vast misinformation amongst the general public on health recommendations. In the last seven weeks, students will learn how to scientifically interpret pop science articles, where to find data informed recommendations, and how to communicate this information. Students will come away from this course with the tools to decipher accurate health information and disseminate this information to the general public. Topics include: common myths including those involving physical activity, sports performance, sleep, and nutrition