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Freshman Interest Groups 2010-2011

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Architecture: Drawing on Success
Type: Fusion
Availability: 25

If you are interested in majoring in Interior Design or Architecture, the Fusion Drawing on Success FIG can provide you with the head start you’ll need in this popular and nationally recognized department. As a member of the Fusion Architecture FIG you’ll be mingling with Architecture faculty, staff, upper classmen, and the Dean of Architecture.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar ARCH 1341 Design Communications
ARCH 1301 Intro to Architecture/Design Professions POLS 2311 or US Government
POLS 2312 or State/Local Government PHYS 1402 Physics for Non Majors II
PHYS 1401 Physics for Non Majors I

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Biology and Health Professions
Type: Fusion
Availability: 25

This group will handle the very specific needs of our Biology students. If you are majoring in biology, including pre-med, this is the group for you!

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
BIOL 1441 Cell / Molecular Biology BIOL 1442 Structure of Organisms
HIST 1311 History of the United States I
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Business: The CEOs of Tomorrow
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

The College of Business Administration seeks freshmen intending to major in a business discipline, or students with an interest in business to participate in the Business: The CEOs of Tomorrow. Students who join this classic FIG will enroll in business courses as a freshman, participate in problem-solving activities in a “business” environment, and rapidly meet the admission requirements of the College of Business Administration at UT Arlington.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
MANA 2302 Communications in Organizations
ECON 2305 Principals of Macroeconomics
MATH 1315 College Algebra for Business Majors

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Designing Your Future in Engineering
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

The Engineering FIG is open to any freshman majoring in Aerospace, Civil / Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering. Members of this FIG will join a diverse student body, engage in a common community, and learn together in the same academic and engineering classes.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
XE 1104 Intro to Engineering
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I
CHEM 1465 Chemistry Engineering
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Designing Your Future in Engineering
Type: Fusion
Availability: 25

The Engineering FIG is open to any freshman majoring in Aerospace, Civil / Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering. Members of this FIG will join a diverse student body, engage in a common community, learn together in the same academic and engineering classes, and pool their knowledge during weekly study groups and various group activities.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar PHYS 1443 General Physics I
XE 1104 Intro to Engineering ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I MATH xxxx Freshman Math II
CHEM 1465 Chemistry Engineering
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Designing Your Future in Engineering
Type: Residential
Availability: 25

The Engineering FIG is open to any freshman majoring in Aerospace, Civil / Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering. Members of this FIG will join a diverse student body and engage in a common community and living experience in KC Hall, learn together in the same academic and engineering classes, and pool their knowledge during weekly study groups and various group activities.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar PHYS 1443 General Physics I
XE 1104 Intro to Engineering ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I MATH xxxx Freshman Math II
CHEM 1465 Chemistry for Engineering
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Discovering Your Passion in Teaching and Social Services
Type: Classic
Availability: 22

Thinking about majoring in education, psychology, social work, or a similar degree? Joining the classic Discovering Your Passion in Teaching and Social Services FIG is the best way to learn first-hand how to make and effect change in our global society of today.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
Intro xxxx Intro to Teaching, Social Work, etc.
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Exploring Majors (Undeclared)
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

If you’re not sure what you want to major in, you’re not alone. Over half of all of our incoming freshmen are undecided about what to study in college. The Exploring Majors FIG is designed to specifically help those students assess their innate strengths and interests while introducing students to all the majors UT Arlington has to offer.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
POLS 2311 Government of the United States
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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Gateway Advantage
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

The Gateway Advantage FIG was designed and is reserved especially for our UT Arlington freshmen admitted into the Gateway program. This FIG will give our Gateway students the support they need to be successful at UT Arlington.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1302 College Learning
POLS 2311 Government of the United States

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Liberal Arts: Cogito Ergo Sum
Type: Fusion
Availability: 25

Explore your opportunities; follow your dreams…and create success! What are you passionate about? Do you know how to get there? Join the College of Liberal Arts on a journey of exploration. Explore academic and career options, evaluate your own strengths and aspirations and how they apply to each Liberal Arts discipline, enjoy various art exhibits, musical and theatrical performances, and various lectures, and gain critical thinking and writing skills that will give you the competitive edge academically and in your future career.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
COLA 1100 Intro to Liberal Arts HIST 1312 History of the United States II
POLS 2312 State / Local Government POLS 2311 Government of the United States
HIST 1311 History of the United States I ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I MATH xxxx

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Nursing: An Art & a Science
Type: Residential
Availability: 25

Why should you join Nursing: An Art & A Science? We will get you involved in the School of Nursing immediately. Joining the FIG will help you make friends with peers who share your same major or interest. You’ll participate in our service learning projects, network with professional nurses, develop a professional portfolio, and experience expedited advising and registration.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
NURS 1344 Freshman Seminar NURS 1124 Service Learning
BIOL 1441 Cell / Molecular Biology BIOL 2457 Human Anatomy I
POLS 2311 Government of the United States POLS 2312 State and Local Government
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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Nursing: Caring and Healing
Type: Fusion
Availability: 25

Fusing healing and caring, the Fusion Nursing FIG is the way to go! We will get you involved in the School of Nursing immediately. Joining the FIG will help you make friends with peers who share your same major or interest. You’ll participate in our service learning projects, network with professional nurses, develop a professional portfolio, and experience expedited advising and registration.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
NURS 1344 Freshman Seminar NURS 1124 Service Learning
BIOL 1441 Cell / Molecular Biology BIOL 2457 Human Anatomy I
POLS 2311 Government of the United States POLS 2312 State and Local Government
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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Nursing: The Anatomy of Success
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

Why should you join Nursing: The Anatomy of Success? We will get you involved in the School of Nursing immediately. Joining the FIG will help you make friends with peers who share your same major or interest. You’ll participate in our service learning projects, network with professional nurses, develop a professional portfolio, and experience expedited advising and registration.

Fall 2010 Courses
NURS 1344 Freshman Seminar
BIOL 1441 Cell / Molecular Biology
POLS 2311 Government of the United States
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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Psychology
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

If you’re thinking about a career psychology, UT Arlington can help you get the start you need. As a member of this FIG you’ll learn about career options, graduate school admissions, and internship opportunities while gaining valuable academic study skills that will assist you in achieving a higher level of excellence.

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar HIST 1312 History of the United States II
PSYC 1315 Cell / Molecular Biology ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition II
HIST 1311 History of the United States I
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I

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Student Veterans
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

The University of Texas at Arlington is aware of the challenges that face students returning to college. The Student Veterans Freshman Interest Group is specially designed for students returning to college from the military. This group will provide guaranteed enrollment in the classes you will need to take while also bringing together students with a shared military background.

The overall goal of the Student Veterans Freshman Interest Group is to connect students with the resources available on campus to aid in academic success while also recognizing the experiences and contributions of our military veterans. Students in this group will attend classes with other veterans and work with faculty and staff who are committed to ensuring your smooth transition back into an academic environment.

Benefits of joining this group include: no extra charges for membership, reserved space in core classes required for your program of study, access to faculty and a student mentor who also comes from a military background, and easy access to campus resources to aid in attaining academic success.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
HIST 1312 History of the United States II
ENGL xxxx Freshman Composition I
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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Sustainable Leadership: Diversity and Community Engagement
Type: Classic
Availability: 25

Communities across the nation currently face a number of challenges ranging from a difficult economy to establishing sustainable environmental practices that will help their citizens thrive for years to come. UT Arlington students are well positioned to explore these issues and begin making an impact right here in their own community.

The Sustainable Leadership FIG will focus on building leadership skills, service to the community, career development, and an exploration of the ways that sustainability efforts will impact our communities. Students will work with local charities and leaders from the university and the City of Arlington to develop important relationships and to make a difference in the lives of others.

This FIG is designed for students who are interested in community service, sustainability, and those looking for a flexible and fun way to get involved as a leader at UT Arlington.

Fall 2010 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar
POLS 2312 State & Local Government
MATH xxxx Freshman Math I

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World of Business
Type: Residential
Availability: 25

The College of Business Administration seeks freshmen intending to major in a business discipline, or students with an interest in business to participate in the World of Business FIG. Students who join this FIG will participate in problem-solving activities in a “business” environment, enroll in business courses as a freshman, and rapidly meet the admission requirements of the College of Business Administration

Fall 2010 Courses Spring 2011 Courses
EDUC 1131 Freshman Seminar POLS 2311 Government of the United States
ECON 2305 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2306 Principles of Microeconomics
MANA 2302 Communication in Organizations MATH 1316 Math for Economics and Business Analysis
MATH 1315 Algebra for Economics and Business Analysis