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GEN ST 101 University Learning Skills (1-3, max. 3)
Introduction to university culture. Practice in skills necessary for academic success, including note-taking, test-taking, writing, active learning, and time and stress management. Academic planning. Introduction to university resources.
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GEN ST 105 Introduction to Liberal Studies (1-10, max. 10)
Designed to increase the academic proficiencies of new freshmen entering the University. Includes coursework in the liberal arts and sciences and related work in writing, speaking, and mathematics. Introduces students to computing and campus culture. Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 160 Discovery Seminar in the Humanities (5) VLPA
Small intensive seminar focusing on the visual, literary, and performing arts taught during Early Fall Start led by faculty representing a wide spectrum of academic disciplines and interests. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 161 Discovery Seminar in Individuals and Society (5) I&S
Small intensive seminar focusing on individuals and society taught during Early Fall Start led by faculty representing a wide spectrum of academic disciplines and interests. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 162 Discovery Seminar in the Natural World (5) NW
Small intensive seminar focusing on the natural world taught during Early Fall Start led by faculty representing a wide spectrum of academic disciplines and interests. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 197 Freshman Seminar (1-3, max. 3)
Small-group discussion with faculty representing a wide spectrum of academic disciplines. Topics and approaches vary. Instructor may introduce research techniques or findings, concentrate on readings in his/her area of interest, or illustrate problems and alternatives related to the study of a particular academic discipline. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSp.
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GEN ST 199 The University Community (1-2, max. 2)
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.
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GEN ST 297 Undergraduate Seminar (1-3, max. 3)
Small-group discussion with faculty representing a wide spectrum of academic disciplines. Topics include faculty's research techniques or findings, concentrated reading in his/her area of interest, or illustrated problems and alternative related to the study of a particular academic discipline. Class structure varies based on instructor. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSp.
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GEN ST 300 Colloquium on Education, Learning, and Society (1, max. 3) I&S
Creates a learning community among Education minor students and their instructors. Students learn from researchers and practicing educators about current pedagogical projects and theories. Fosters self-reflexive projects to build understanding of learning pathways.
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GEN ST 340 Community Fieldwork: Law (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 341 Community Fieldwork: Law (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 342 Community Fieldwork: Health (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 343 Community Fieldwork: Health (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 344 Community Fieldwork: Social Services (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 345 Community Fieldwork: Social Services (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 346 Community Fieldwork: Education (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 347 Community Fieldwork: Education (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 348 Community Fieldwork: Special Topics (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 349 Community Fieldwork: Special Topics (1-5, max. 5)
Credit/no-credit only.
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GEN ST 350 Independent Fieldwork (1-6, max. 18)
Independent fieldwork in community agencies, apprenticeships, internships, as approved for College of Arts and Sciences credit. Faculty sponsor and internship supervisor are required. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 391 Supervised Study in Selected Fields (*, max. 15)
Special supervised study in a field represented in the College of Arts and Sciences. Faculty supervisor required. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 470 Undergraduate Peer Instructor Practicum (1-3, max. 12)
Provides instruction in group leadership and promotion of values and methods of learning within a university setting. For Peer Instructors in the FIG and TRIG programs. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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