How to Propose a Seminar

Faculty interested in proposing a Freshman Seminar should examine the syllabus template and sample syllabi and the seminar guidelines. Prior to submitting a proposal, faculty are also encouraged to contact Jessica Mercerhill to discuss the seminar, 614-292-6248, mercerhill.1@osu.edu.

To submit a Freshman Seminar Proposal, please email or mail a draft syllabus and proposal form to Jessica Mercerhill, 4132 Smith Laboratory, 174 W. 18th Avenue.
Download Links:

1. Syllabus Template and Sample Syllabi (.doc)
2. Seminar Guidelines (.pdf)
3. Proposal Form (.pdf)

Faculty & TA Development is happy to work with faculty on the development of Freshman Seminars. They can offer consultation and resources on topics such as designing seminar courses, teaching freshmen, and planning appropriate assignments for a 1-2 credit hour course. Please see http://ftad.osu.edu or call 292-3644.