Everything I Wish Someone Told Me About Barnard Foundations Before Registration

First: Foundations Are Not Your EnemyWhen I first heard the word “Foundations,” I assumed it was code for “a bunch of random requirements standing between me and graduation.” The best Foundations classes usually end up being the ones you would’ve taken anyway. Many departments offer courses that also satisfy Foundations requirements. Registration Is More of an Art Than a ScienceEvery semester, you’ll hear someone say they have the “perfect schedule.” Some of the most memorable classes you’ll take at Barnard will probably have nothing to do with the career you eventually pursue.