Goals and Objectives
The purpose of the Freshman Seminar is to integrate first
year students into the academic and social life of the University of Scranton.
Goal # 1: Students will develop skills that
contribute to life-long learning.
Objectives: The successful student will be able to:
Articulate personal and academic interests and link
these to U of S opportunities.
Develop and evaluate a realistic schedule, integrating
responsibilities in all areas of their lives.
Converse effectively with faculty and peers about
academic opportunities.
Set realistic academic goals.
Identify university resources and policies necessary
for the accomplishment of personal academic goals - especially the U of S
Academic Code of Honesty.
Articulate an understanding of the Jesuit and Catholic
identity of the University of Scranton.
Goal # 2: Students will develop strategies to
process information and communicate clearly and effectively.
Objectives: The successful student will be able to:
Identify and convey the main ideas and details in a
lecture.
Use and evaluate the effectiveness of a variety of
study strategies.
Present clear and organized written assignments.
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