What is a Freshman Learning Community?

   Two or more classes that are taught together. One of them is a Freshman Seminar, a small class with a theme, taught by UNM faculty. These classes are taught using cooperative and collaborative learning methods that engage you as an active, involved learner, with a minimum of "Lecture". In the other, Linked Course (Freshman English or Public Speaking, or another course) the discussions, readings, problems, papers, and presentations of the Freshman Seminar provide the subjects for student learning in the linked area. 22 to 25 freshmen take the two classes together, and work together in the classes. The instructors work closely to coordinate and integrate the courses. Only the 22-25 FLC students are enrolled in these two classes.

What are the "themes" I can choose from?

Click HERE to view the Freshman Learning Community CATALOG.
Click HERE to view the Status of Linked and Blocked Classes.

Who do I contact for more information about FLCs?

Phone Joel Nossoff at 505/277-6518  or click here to e-mail to  freshman@unm.edu

Why should I join a Freshman Learning Community?

  Join an FLC if:

    You find an FLC "Theme" that interests you.

    You want to make friends and get to know your instructors.

    You want to participate more actively in your learning.

    You want more individual attention from your instructors.

    You want to more quickly develop your college learning, research, and thinking skills.

Will I get academic credit for the Freshman Learning Community?

   Yes!  Each of the 2 courses earns 3 credit hours, for a total of 6 credit hours.  All of the courses earn credit towards University Core Curriculum requirements, or an Arts & Sciences Group requirement, or may serve as free electives in your academic program. (Consult you academic advisor at orientation for more details!)

How do I join a Freshman Learning Community?

    Pre-view the themes and identify those you like.  You can register for one of them at your Orientation.  Your Academic Advisor will assist you at that time.

Am I required to be in an FLC??

    No. There are many academic choices for freshmen listed here. You should choose at least one of them.

How many courses will I take in the FLC??

    You will take two courses in the FLC with a group of 22-25 freshmen. There will be no other students in your FLC classes. FLC classes are offered only in your first semester. You will be taking additional courses not in your FLC.