New Student Seminar

More than 90% of the freshman class at UWW enrolls in the New Student Seminar.

Why? Freshmen who take this course are more likely to return for their sophomore year and have a higher graduation rate than those who don't take the course.

This course is designed to help students make a positive adjustment to college through discussing, writing, and critically thinking about a variety of relevant topics, engaging with faculty and other students in class, and attending university events and programs.  Students will explore the purposes of higher education and the expectations of an academic community; review the university’s resources, policies, and procedures; investigate personal interests and strengths while setting academic and personal goals; and explore one’s identity and the multiple dimensions of diversity.  

Through actively participating in New Student Seminar you will be able to:

Connect to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Achieve academic success

Succeed in a changing world

When you meet with your academic adviser at Warhawks SOAR ask for the New Student Seminar. You will be glad you did!