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Welcome to UNCW and the
Honors Freshman Seminar!
As stated
in the UNCW catalogue, the purpose of this course is to discuss the nature of
knowledge, the concept of a university, and how a university education changes
individuals and affects the future. The class is designed to introduce honors
students to the college experience by direct involvement in scholarship, service
and leadership activities. This class will include guest speakers,
workshops, field experiences, collaborative learning and independent
scholarship. There will be an emphasis on discussion and required
individual and group projects.
You will be spending four years (or more, if you decide to go to graduate school) in this particular institutional setting. Like any other aspect of the social world, it is to your advantage to understand the institutional settings you are in and how they work. College is a major part of your life history and this course will help you get the most out of that experience. In addition, an important component of the Honors experience is the development of community through academic, cultural, and service events. Thus, as part of this seminar, you are expected to participate in on -or off-campus experiences related to this.
Course Objectives
Examine the concept of the university, including its past, present and future
Understand more about UNCW, its organization, mission and traditions
Explore the meaning of being an educated person
Examine the impact of modern higher education on students in the U.S.
Explore meanings of community as it relates to the university, to academic disciplines, and to the community at large
Experience and discuss a variety of learning methods besides lectures including discussion, demonstrations, exercises, field experience research and writing
Develop the ability to read critically and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
Demonstrate the ability to lead a seminar
Demonstrate the ability to work with a group as well as individually
Prepare and present an individual oral presentation
Demonstrate knowledge of UNCW resources and skill in using these resources
Critically analyze information sources
Foster a sense of community among honors scholars at UNCW
Explore your goals for you college experience