The Signature Course office provides resources, programs, and events for Signature Course faculty members.
Breaking It Down Video
Breaking It Down features outstanding former Signature Course students who touch on how to break down the following academic challenges during the first semester at UT: Understanding a Syllabus; Effective Note-taking; Class Participation; Reading Comprehension; and Planning. We hope you will view this short video with your students early in the semester.
FOCUS Video
Structured around the acronym F.O.C.U.S., students enrolled in Signature Courses have the opportunity to get expert advice from faculty members on how to be successful in classes this semester. We hope that you will view this short video with your students during the first few class meetings this semester.
Signature Course Awards
Find information on our Signature Course awards here.
Signature Course Faculty Newsletter
New initiatives, important announcements, and outstanding faculty are highlighted in our newsletter. View the most current newsletter or browse the archive.
Signature Course Advisory Committee
The Signature Course Advisory Committee (SCAC) provides faculty oversight to the Signature Course program. Representing a diverse set of disciplines, areas of expertise, and perspectives, this committee ensures the quality of Signature Courses including proposals, implementation, and teaching techniques, while also sharing best practices, and meeting the unique needs of the undergraduate students.
View a list of current SCAC members and our mission statement.
Signature Course Faculty Events
Each year, the First-Year Experience Office hosts events and professional development opportunities for Signature Course faculty. Please check back soon for updates on upcoming events!
Spring 2021 Signature Course Faculty Meeting
Signature Course Virtual Event – Fall 2020
