First Year Seminar 191EDU16 - FYS- First Year Seminar/EDUC

As you transition to life at UMass, it is important to understand how to take care of yourself and your mental health. In this course, we will explore important resources on campus and methods of self-care through story-telling, discussion, and personal reflection. By better understanding the necessity of self-care using a critical lens, you will be better equipped to make the transition into college life. These experiences will ultimately lead to a better understanding of your academic path and professional goals

First-year (R1ST) course description
Like writing fiction? Or wish you could write fiction, but never had the chance to start? Now is your chance! In our Writer's Guild, we will explore genres, give feedback, and learn together how to put pen to paper and craft our masterpiece. In this seminar we will challenge ourselves to explore new genres, practice writing through a series of prompts, and learn the art of constructive feedback that is so vital for anyone aspiring to publish.