Courses

What to Expect

What type of readings are involved in first-and-second-year courses? (e.g. articles, textbook) How much reading should a student expect to do per week?  

This varies with the professor who is teaching the course, but students can expect to read roughly 60 pages of articles and book chapters per week. There is no textbook. 

What sorts of assignments should a student expect in first-and-second-year courses? (e.g. quizzes, group projects, presentations) 

Again, this varies from professor to professor. Students typically write short analytic responses, engage in group projects that involve a presentation, and take a final exam. 

Beyond the required course texts, are there other course materials a student should be prepared to purchase for first-and-second-year courses? 

Students will not need to purchase course materials beyond the required course texts. 

Is there anything else that is important for first-and-second-year students to know and/or expect from their courses? 

Our introductory course requires active participation from the students taking the class.