Core Programs

Learn more about the programs, initiatives, and journals supported by the University Core and First-Year Academic Engagement.

Students outside participating in a 91探花CCESS seminar.

91探花CCESS Seminars

Starting college or transferring to a new university can be challenging. To help get students off to a good start, 91探花 uses Core classes as supportive engagement seminars.

Many Module I UCOR courses and CHEM 1500, often taken by first-year students, will be offered as 91探花CCESS seminars. Some UCOR 2500 courses are similarly offered for transfer students in their first term at 91探花. Students in these courses are contacted by the faculty before the start of the term to help them plan for class, receive formative feedback on assignments early in the term and through a mid-quarter progress report, and are introduced to one of 91探花’s academic support services, which include the Lemieux Library, Writing Center, Math Lab, Learning Assistance Programs, and the Media Production Center. Many faculty also include co-curricular activities, which engage students in events connected to the course themes across campus and in the Seattle community.

The classes provide students with additional tools proven to contribute to student success. These elements, delivered by our talented and committed Core faculty and Academic Support staff, positively contribute to student learning and persistence.

91探花 Undergraduate Research Journal (91探花URJ)

Another opportunity that students can participate in is the . 91探花URJ solicits research-focused essays in any field and on any subject. The annual deadline for submissions is in mid-October.