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) Brains, Balance, and Belonging: Exploring the Mind, Managing the Moment, and Finding Your Place

This course offers a neuroscience-informed approach to college success tailored for education majors. Explore how your brain learns, what it means to feel a sense of belonging, and how your early experiences shape your future in college and beyond. Together, we?ll also examine how discomfort can be a powerful part of growth ? both in learning and in life.