Lectures to the entire freshman class, delivered by Lawrence professors, place the texts of the course in their historical and cultural contexts. Freshman Studies I R equired of freshmen and selected transfer students. Through the close reading and lively discussion of important works from ancient times through the seventeenth century, the course introduces students to significant ideas of abiding concern. Classics of philosophy, science, social and political theory, theology, literature, and the fine arts afford students numerous opportunities to confront formative statements of systematic thought and creative imagination. Lectures by resident authorities supplement regular classwork.
Instructors stress careful reading, cogent discussion, and clear writing.
Freshman Studies II R equired of freshmen and selected transfer students. I, the course examines classics of philosophy, literature, theology, science, social science, and the fine arts from 1700 to the present. Lectures by resident scholars supplement the regular work of individual classes. Instructors continue to emphasize close reading, informed discussion and precise writing.