UGA Bulletin

Course Description

A seminar to engage first-year students in the academic culture of the University. Seminars will promote meaningful academic dialogue between students and faculty in a small class setting that encourages reflective thinking and learning to learn. Varied topics based on faculty scholarship. Exploration of the unique learning environment at UGA, including opportunities to engage in research, public service, and varied forms of instruction both on campus and globally.

Athena Title

FIRST YEAR ODYSSEY

Semester Course Offered

Offered fall and spring

Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

Course Objectives

This course will: • Enhance student-faculty interaction in a small class setting • Document academic dialogue through writing, revision, and resubmission • Open channels of communication between students and faculty • Develop students’ skills for creative thought and effective reasoning • Promote intentional and reflective learning • Expose students to opportunities to engage in research, public service, and varied forms of instruction both on campus and globally (e.g., study abroad, practicums, internships) • Expose students to campus events that highlight an aspect of the mission of the University

Topical Outline

Varies by instructor.

Syllabus

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First-Year Odyssey Seminar