HFA Opportunity Scholars seminar encourages the development of the skills students need in order to become engaged and informed members of the campus community, as well as leaders and essential members of the new communities that they encounter or create during their time on campus. Students will discover what it means to be a self-learner, receive individualized support towards reaching their desired goals and establish the tools and understanding that will empower them to successfully navigate the complexities of life as a student and beyond.

This weekly seminar will be focused on increasing students' knowledge base about current psychological topics related to diversity in research and applied settings and fostering students' professional development (e.g., providing education about different career paths and graduate school) to prepare students for future careers in psychology with a strong foundation in diversity-related topics.

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HFA Opportunity Scholars seminar encourages the development of the skills students need in order to become engaged and informed members of the campus community, as well as leaders and essential members of the new communities that they encounter or create during their time on campus. Students will discover what it means to be a self-learner, receive individualized support towards reaching their desired goals and establish the tools and understanding that will empower them to successfully navigate the complexities of life as a student and beyond.

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

Introduction to genetics including Mendelian, cytological, molecular, developmental, and population genetics. Examples from a wide variety of organisms. Satisfies major requirements in Biology.