University Seminar
College Writing
Quantitative Reasoning
Diversity
Contemporary Issues in Science
Inquiry
Research & Creative Experience

List of Approved Courses

The Seminar is a course designed for first-year students. It provides an introduction to college studies aimed at expanding students' intellectual interests, improving critical thinking and communication skills, and creating a community of learners. The Seminar is a small class, with fewer than 20 students per section, emphasizing discussion, critical interpretation of important texts, multi-disciplinary perspectives, exploration of diverse contrasting perspectives and interpretations, and examination of arguments and evidence.

Learning Outcomes

Through the Seminar, students will:

1. Improve their ability to
• speak effectively about their ideas.
• guide their education by asking and exploring their own questions.
• prepare and deliver a thoughtful oral presentation.
• listen effectively.
• incorporate diverse points of view in developing arguments and reaching conclusions.
• read critically and interpret complex texts.
• write a thoughtful college paper.
2. Strengthen habits of critical thinking.
3. Expand interests in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.
4. Come to know a faculty member, student fellow, and other first-year students.
5. Enjoy the discussion and development of ideas and participation in a community of learners.

Questions? E-mail core@montana.edu.

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