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Karli Casto
GEN ST 199
Seattle Campus
Introduces students to various aspects of the University of Washington community. Includes exploration of university resources and opportunities, and academically related skill development. Credit/no credit only. Offered: A.
Class description
Students can expect to learn many academic, social, and physical resources that will be useful in the first quarter of undergraduate studies as well as throughout their entire career. This course is meant to help students adjust to college life and become more comfortable with their surroundings. Numerous topics will be covered.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
This is mainly a discussion based class. Weekly classes will include instruction, discussion, brainstorming, and application of new information. Also, students will give various presentations and go on numerous excursions.
Recommended preparation
Students are expected to read the UW's common book: Field Notes from a Catastrophe by Elizabeth Kolbert.
Class assignments and grading
Students are responsible for 5 excursions. They include Research and Discovery Project, Arts, Intellectual, Interest, and Common Book. In addition to excursions, students must complete an online portfolio. It is required for all FIG students at UW.
Grades are Credit/No Credit. In order to receive credit, students must attend every class and complete every assignment on time.
