This seminar will support your transition to college and introduce you to a topic in public health and health sciences. The first six weeks will provide foundational skills for students to thrive at UMass. The last seven weeks will focus on exploring the topic: Health in Gen-Z. Health is defined as "a complete state of physical, mental and social well-being" by the World Health Organization. This seminar will examine these three components of health in today's young adult generation. This seminar explores questions such as: How is social media impacting social well-being?

First year seminar students all gain exposure to strategies for success at UMass in general and in CICS in particular. In addition, FYS provide an introduction to the services, opportunities, and ways to get involved in CICS.

This seminar will address how data science and computing can be used to address social issues. Some hands-on programming will be included, but no experience is necessary!

This seminar will address how data science and computing can be used to address social issues. Some hands-on programming will be included, but no experience is necessary!

This seminar will address how data science and computing can be used to address social issues. Some hands-on programming will be included, but no experience is necessary!

Learn how emerging AI technologies mimic the brain and its functions.

How can computing and technology positively impact climate change and sustainability? This seminar will look at local projects in computing, sustainability and AI and how you can get involved - now and in your future career!