What is First Year Colloquium?
program overview
At Kent State, students are enrolled in a one-credit hour course known as First Year Colloquium (FYC) during their first semester. As a new student you will be enrolled in this course when you schedule your classes during PASS.
KSU is committed to your successful college experience and therefore First Year Colloquium is required of all new students. Here are some facts about the course:
Who
everyone!
Successful completion of the First Year Colloquium course is required in order to graduate from Kent State University. All first-semester students will be enrolled in the First Year Colloquium course.
What
topics covered
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The differences between high school and college -
Working with a roommate
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Commuter student involvement
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Diversity
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The best ways to study
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Facts about KSU
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How to work with professors
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Library skills and research papers
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Money and time management
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Choosing a major or a career
...And the list goes on!
Also in First Year Colloquium, you will:
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Receive academic advising mid-semester
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Schedule your classes for the next semester
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Attend a seminar about health issues regarding college students
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Meet other first year students enrolled in your major
Where is First Year Colloquium?
your classroom
First Year Colloquium classes are affiliated with your college of enrollment and often your selected major. When you arrive at Kent State University for Week of Welcome, you will find out where your first FYC class on August, 24 will be held. This room may change when the semester officially begins, but your instructor will keep you informed about where your class will be meeting once classes begin.
When is First Year Colloquium?
class time
First Year Colloquium classes will meet one day a week for 50 minutes throughout the semester. Attendance is required at each class meeting.
Why First Year Colloquium?
program value
Taking an FYC course for the entire semester is a great way to ensure you are transitioning smoothly to college life. Unlike some first year programs that are only held in the beginning of the semester, First Year Colloquium ensures that students have somewhere to go all semester long for answers. Also, because it is held weekly, First Year Colloquium has plenty of time to focus on the many aspects of college life- friends, diversity, studying, etc...
Required Texts
Title: FlashGuide 2006-2007
About the Book: The KSU FlashGuide includes a monthly calendar, a weekly planner, university special events, There is also important information about the various programs and services available on the Kent State campus, as well as contact information for these programs and services.
Title: The Namesake, by Jhumpa Lahiri
About the Book: The Namesake has been chosen as the focus of this year’s summer reading program. Reading the book will provide a common ground for you to share with other students on campus and provide a first encounter with the principle of diversity.
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