FALL 2005 FIG 655: Where's the Argument?

Section Number: 655       Call Number:18726

25 freshmen take all of the blocked courses together.
One Call Number will automatically register you for all these blocked FIG sections

These FIG sections must be taken together, and cannot be separated. After the semester begins, you must consult with an Academic Advisor before you can drop any or the entire block of these FIG classes.

Only Freshmen in their first semester at UNM may register for this FIG.

Philosophy 156-655
Reasoning and Critical Thinking
T R 0930-1045
M H 210
Instructor: Richard Hayes
Three Credit Hours
Meets UNM Core Curriculum requirement for one course in Writing & Speaking.
Requirement: Freshman enrolled in FIG-655.
Catalog Description: The purpose of this course is to help students learn how to analyze, critique and construct arguments in context, in other words, how to read and write argumentative essays.

UNIV 101-655
University 101
W 1000-1050
M H 210
Instructor: Steve Lucero
One Credit Hour
Applicable as a "free elective" in most degree programs.
Requirement: Freshman enrolled in FIG-655.
Catalog Description: A one- to three-hour seminar for 25 first term freshmen which meets once a week to explore the university, its resources, and how to enhance important skills for a positive college experience.

FIG 655- With the information age well upon us, it is increasingly important to have the ability to filter through information in a critical way. "Where's the Argument" is a FIG that will explore and practice techniques of critical thinking. Students will learn how to identify a valid argument and apply critical thinking skills to writing informative and persuasive papers. Logical reasoning games will make the class interesting and interactive. This challenging class is designed to prepare students for success in all college level courses.

Your Advisor at Orientation will assist you.