First Year Seminar 191UIE01 - FYS-Exploring&Identifying/Acad
Fall
2026
04
1.00
Amanda Fuchs
TU 4:00PM 4:50PM
UMass Amherst
20739
Machmer Hall room W-17
afuchs@umass.edu
This seminar is designed specifically for students entering UMass Amherst in the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track. The seminar will assist students in making a smooth transition to college, learning about the wide array of majors, minors and certificate programs available, and determining what will be their best path forward. The curriculum covers the process of declaring a major (self-assessment, major and career exploration), as well as time management and essential skills. Students will learn how to navigate UMass requirements, opportunities, and resources.
First-year (R1ST)