A New York State of Mind: What Makes a City Great

Overview

Subject area

FYS

Catalog Number

101

Course Title

A New York State of Mind: What Makes a City Great

Department(s)

Description

The First-Year Seminar is a one-semester course that introduces first-year students to the college experience. Centered on a specific inter-disciplinary academic theme, A New York State of Mind: What Makes a City Great, the seminar introduces students to the academic experiences of college life while providing them with an integrated approach to developing the study skills and habits of mind they will need to succeed in college. Students will practice academic survival and success strategies such as time-management and note-taking. Students will read, write and discuss academic content both formally and informally and will use multi-media approaches to deepening their understanding of course material. The Seminar fosters critical inquiry, collaborative learning and community building. Students will become familiar with the College's many resources and support services and will participate in a library workshop designed to foster information literacy.

Typically Offered

Offer as needed

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Seminar

Hours

3

Requisites

036297

Course Schedule