IntroSems are small, hands-on courses offered across all seven schools, specifically designed for Frosh and Sophomores. Work with top faculty and engage in research early in your Stanford career while exploring your interests.
No. But more than 60% of first–year students do take at least one IntroSem. Studies have found that these students experience higher degrees of satisfaction with their Stanford education than those who do not enroll in a frosh seminar during their first year.
Yes. A majority of IntroSems fulfill one of the Ways requirements. Some IntroSems even count toward major requirements.
All in all, I felt similar sensations looking at and interacting with this box as how I would feel in front of a piece of contemporary art.