What is an FSEM?

At Colgate, every student takes a First-Year Seminar, which is basically a normal class, just reinforced with extra support for first-year students. FSEMs focus on developing skills necessary to be successful in college including note-taking, researching, and writing. Also, your FSEM professor acts as your academic advisor un til you declare your major. Other than that, your FSEM is a normal class.