First-Year Seminars
FYS Objectives
Engineering First-Year Seminars are designed to engage students in learning and facilitate the transition to college life.
The engineering faculty are enthusiastic about offering these seminars and getting to know our entering students. First-Year Engineering Seminars are small, interactive classes limited to 20 students. They meet once or twice a week for lab projects, demonstrations, tours, or discussions about engineering. Seminars are a chance to
- explore majors and careers
- meet faculty, alumni, and upper-level engineering students
- participate in team-based problem solving
- improve time management, communication, and problem-solving skills
- develop technical skills
- have fun meeting and networking with other first-year students
We want to ensure that the seminar program is a satisfying and beneficial experience for our entering students. For further information, please contact Professor Andy Lau, Coordinator of First-Year Seminars: andylau@psu.edu.