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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 150 Exploring Majors (1-3, max. 3)
Introduction to the ways different academic disciplines understand and approach questions and problems. Connections between interests, values, and academic pathways serve as the foundation for academic exploration and engagement. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 151 Pre-Health Exploration (1-3, max. 3)
Introduction to health care disciplines and related careers including historical and contemporary context to barriers to care. Connections between interests, values, and academic pathways serve as the foundation for academic exploration and engagement. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 160 Discovery Seminar in the Humanities (5) A&H
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) SSc
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) NSc
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 170 Peer Education (1-3, max. 3)
Instruction and practice in facilitation and mentoring with a focus on peer relationships and community. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 180 Academic Transitions (1-3, max. 3)
Introduction to university structure and culture with an emphasis on building skills for effective academic engagement. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 181 Academic Exploration (1-3, max. 3)
Introduction to academic disciplines, major exploration, and experiential learning. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 197 First-Year 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 the instructor's 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 198 Introduction to Undergraduate Research (1-5, max. 10)
Introduction to research across multiple disciplines and the various ways students can become involved. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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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 205 Academic Skills and Identity Development (1-3, max. 3)
Explores academic identity development with particular emphasis on populations historically underserved by higher education institutions. Builds understanding of the value of academic planning and social networks. Deepens skills necessary for different disciplinary approaches. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 210 Career Exploration (1-3, max. 3)
Connects academic interests with career pathways, develops written and oral presentation skills for internship and job search process, and helps students understand the importance of cultivating a network. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 220 Integrated Learning: Selected Topics (1-3, max. 6)
First-year academic and co-curricular learning as a foundation for second-year engagement. Focus area could include research experiences, global engagement, or internship preparation. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: Sp.
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GEN ST 222 Preparing for Integrated Learning (1-3, max. 3)
Helps students understand the connections between disciplinary and experiential learning. Synthesizes first-year academic and co-curricular learning as a foundation for second-year engagement. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: Sp.
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GEN ST 240 Community Engagement Seminar (1-5, max. 10)
Explores the historical and contemporary foundations for civic and community engagement. Connects personal values and academic interests to issues and events in the community. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 251 Pre-Health Preparation (1-2, max. 2)
Synthesizes the learning among academic, clinical, and research experiences. Prepares students for application to pre-health graduate and/or professional schools. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: Sp.
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GEN ST 263 Advanced Discovery Seminar (3/5, max. 10)
Small intensive faculty-led seminar for transfer students with a focus on inquiry, writing, and research. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: A.
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GEN ST 264 Undergraduate Research Seminar (1-5, max. 10)
Introduces transfer students to undergraduate research. Covers a wide spectrum of academic disciplines and interests. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 270 Peer Educator Practicum (1-3, max. 3)
Instruction and practice in facilitation and teaching with a focus on delivering resources and strategies to peers and building community. For Peer Educators in the First-year Interest Group (FIG) program. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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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 298 Special Topics (1-5, max. 10)
Varied topics related to academic engagement taught at the introductory level. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 299 Undergraduate Research: Ways of Knowing (1-5, max. 10)
Covers various ways of acquiring knowledge through research. Helps students understand basic research methodology from a variety of academic disciplines. Includes development of a research proposal. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 300 Colloquium on Education, Learning, and Society (1, max. 3) SSc
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 301 Learning Leadership in Theory and Practice (2-4)
Explores leadership techniques and principle using readings, case, lectures, and large group discussions designed to increase knowledge of leadership theory and practice as well as develop leadership potential. Uses small group sessions incorporating experiential exercises, self-reflection, and leadership conversations. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: jointly with B A 391.
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GEN ST 305 Career and Life Strategies (1-3, max. 3)
Builds upon academic and experiential learning experiences. Students develop a long-term plan for academic study, professional goals, and community involvement. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 310 Career Mentorship (1-3, max. 3)
Explores internship and career options through mentorship with a working professional. Includes developing professional skills and understanding different employment sectors. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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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 Engagement: Education (1-5, max. 10)
Utilizes disciplinary lenses to understand educational systems and practices including school structure and funding, barriers to equitable education, and strategies for students success. Required community engagement component. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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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 Internship Practice and Reflection (1-6, max. 18)
Connects an internship experience at an organization, company, or agency with structured reflection on knowledge acquisition and application, organizational culture, personal values, and professional future. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 360 Study Abroad: Arts & Humanities (1-5, max. 15) A&H
Study of ideas or concepts in the arts or humanities. For participants in a UW Study Abroad program. Specific content varies and must be individually evaluated. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 361 Study Abroad: Social Sciences (1-5, max. 15) SSc
Study of ideas or concepts in the social sciences. For participants in a UW Study Abroad program. Specific content varies and must be individually evaluated. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 362 Study Abroad: Natural Sciences (1-5, max. 15) NSc
Study of ideas or concepts in the natural sciences. For participants in a UW Study Abroad program. Specific content varies and must be individually evaluated. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 363 Study Abroad (1-5, max. 15)
For participants in a UW Study Abroad program. Specific content varies and must be individually evaluated. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 370 Peer Facilitator Practicum (1-3, max. 3)
Instruction and practice in facilitation, resource sharing, teaching, and mentoring with a focus on peer relationships and community. For students selected to serve as UW Orientation Leaders. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 375 Tutoring and Coaching in Higher Education (1-3, max. 10)
Focuses on best practices in peer tutoring and coaching, including active learning and equitable education. For students selected to work as academic tutors and success coaches. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 391 Independent Study (1-5, max. 15)
Supervised study with a faculty member in their area of expertise. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 399 Undergraduate Research: Practice & Presentation (1-5, max. 12)
Students prepare research findings and implications to be shared in written, visual, and/or oral formats. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 410 Graduate School Introduction (1-3, max. 3)
Overview of graduate and professional school structure and opportunities. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 411 Graduate School Exploration (1-3, max. 3)
Explores graduate and professional school opportunities. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 412 Graduate School Application (1-3, max. 3)
Preparation for application to graduate and/or professional school. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 440 Community Engagement Facilitation (1-5, max. 10)
Advanced practice in the peer facilitation of community engagement, including providing context for community issues and providing feedback on experience reflection. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 470 Advanced Peer Educator Practicum (1-3, max. 12)
Advanced practice in facilitation and teaching including a focus on peer observation and feedback. Includes reflection on leadership philosophy and skill development. For experienced Peer Educators in the First-year Interest Group (FIG) program. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 498 Advanced Special Topics (1-5, max. 10)
Varied topics related to academic engagement taught at the advanced level. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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GEN ST 499 Undergraduate Research (1-6, max. 12)
Develops research ideas, practices, and their implication for applications in particular contexts. Mentoring and guidance from UW or visiting faculty may be individual, in a class setting, or within investigative teams. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
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