The core objectives of these seminars are to provide students with continued oversight for academic and social progress in the transition from high school to college, to explore identity development and professional growth, and to develop an understanding of the traditions and history of Bethany College. Topics covered include professional communication and development, financial literacy, time and conflict management, and Bethany history and traditions. Seminar leaders continue with the same group of students in a professional learning community capacity and will assist in the process of exploring majors and minors toward continued academic success. Students will meet with the seminar leader for individual academic planning and performance meetings throughout the semester.
Students who do not successfully complete their first year seminar in the fall term will be required to make up this course during the spring term of their first year. Students who do not successfully complete BFYE 112 will be required to register for, and successfully complete, the course in the May term of their first year, at additional expense. If these courses are not successfully completed, students will not be eligible for graduation.