First-Year Studies
Welcome to the University of Tennessee, Class of 2013!
We recognize that starting college is a period of significant adjustments—personally, socially, and academically. To facilitate your successful transition into the university and provide a strong foundation for your academic and personal success, we offer a number of small, discussion-based seminars. These First Year Studies courses are designed to make the university more personal through close interaction with your instructor and fellow students. Be sure to register for a FYS course at summer orientation!
First Year Studies 101: The UT Experience is a one-credit course designed to help you gain knowledge and experience that will ease your transition to UT and assist you in developing strategies for success in college. Open to all students.
First Year Studies 129: Freshman Seminar is a one-credit academic seminar that encourages the exchange of ideas between professors and students. Each section focuses on a different topic based on the professors’ interest. Open to all students.
University Honors 100: Chancellor's Honors First Year Seminar is a one-credit introductory seminar focused on a topicwithin an academic discipline, chosen by the instructor. Limited to students in the Chancellor's Honors Program.
Business Administration 100: Approaches to the College of Business is a one-credit seminar focused on integration into the College of Business Administration. Limited to students in the College of Business Administration or students planning to major in business.
Agriculture and Natural Resources 100: Orientation to Studies in Agriculture and Natural Resources is a one-credit seminar that focuses on orientation to academic advising and procedures in and information about the College and student success.
“FYS 101 helped me greatly with my first semester of college. It taught me where to go when I need help with anything from finding a book to coping with stress. I know how to study better, can cope better with exam stress, and know how to manage my time. I am very glad I took the class, and I hope all freshmen will take it!”
- FYS at UT since 1990
Contact the SSC
1817 Melrose Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: 865.946.HELP [4357]
Fax: 865.974.2944
812 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: 865.974.6641
Fax: 865.974.8285
Email: studentsuccess@utk.edu
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday - Friday