Keep classes at 20 students. Doesn t allow time to explain to students how to take better notes, etc. Probably the older students and not those currently enrolled in the course. This would give them something in common to discuss the first day of class. Never Cry Wolf by Farley Mowat.
Students recognize that the pictures are dated.
Perhaps the Thursday before Homecoming. Require seminar students to attend the convocation to hear about the successes of former students.