2000-2001 Catalog
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Core 101, 102, 103 University Colloquium

4 credits each

This yearlong course, a component of the general education curriculum in critical reading, writing, speaking, and thinking, focuses on the skills students need to succeed in college. Students stay with their teacher and classmates in small sections for the entire sequence. General advising and a college success component are also important aspects of the course. Enrollment in the University Colloquium is required of all freshmen who have not completed the equivalent of both Wr 121 and 122. Successful completion of all three terms of the University Colloquium is equivalent to a full year of writing and a course in oral communication.

Core 101E, 102E, 103E University Colloquium: Enrichment

4 credits each

Each year, a small number of sections is designated as Core 101E, 102E, 103E. These sections are often focused on a specific theme and designed for students who desire an accelerated pace.

Core 101W, 102W, 103W Colloquium Assistance Program (CAP)

1-2 credits

These workshops, designed for students who need further development of fundamental thinking and writing skills, are to be taken concurrently with the University Colloquium. Students work closely with a peer tutor to improve specific skills needed for successful writing at the college level. Some instruction involves work on general writing problems, while other instruction is individualized and relates directly to assignments in the University Colloquium.

Some students may be required to enroll in a workshop based on assessment results at the time they enter the University. Pass/no pass only.

Core 209 Practicum

2 credits

A peer mentoring practicum. Students complete a training program and apply this training through one-on-one peer tutoring in the Colloquium Assistance Program (CAP), located in the Student Access Center. Acceptance into the practicum is contingent upon faculty recommendation, an application and interview, and successful completion of Core 101, 102, 103.

Core 409 Advanced Practicum

4 credits

A peer mentoring practicum. Students may work in partnership with faculty in the University Colloquium or in the Colloquium Assistance Program (CAP). Acceptance into the practicum is contingent upon faculty recommendation and successful completion of a training session. Students who have successfully completed Core 101, 102, 103 are especially invited. Prerequisite: consent of Colloquium director.

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