First-Year Experiences
As a first-year student at Suffolk, you’ll take several required courses to start your college experience off with hands-on learning opportunities that will help you succeed whatever path you choose.
Creativity & Innovation
Creativity and Innovation is a shared requirement of the College of Arts and Sciences and the Sawyer Business School. Courses in Creativity and Innovation (CI) draw from every discipline at Suffolk, but they all have something in common: no matter the course topic, you’ll focus on the creative process — on learning by doing.
Learn more about the Creativity & Innovation requirement
First-Year Writing
The First-Year Writing curriculum supports your development of the reading, research, and rhetorical proficiencies needed in college and beyond. Each course in the FYWP emphasizes a process-based approach in which drafting, peer review, and revision are built into the curriculum.
Learn more about the First-Year Writing Program
First-Year Seminars
The First-Year Seminar offers new CAS students a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the college experience by exploring an exciting, provocative, or timely topic in-depth. Much more than a traditional introductory lecture, seminars are designed to stimulate your intellect and engage you with the world.