Coursework

The following courses are offered by the College of General Studies: 

GS 100 - The University Experience - The primary purpose of this course is to help students transition successfully to the university. The focus of the course will be to familiarize students with campus resources and to facilitate their engagement in the university experience. Through group discussions with a faculty mentor, students will develop critical thinking and social interaction skills to prepare them for the academic environment. Students will become active participants in the university resources, college policies, role of the academic adviser, student support services, and university academic requirements. Credits: 1 

GS 101 – Academic and Career Exploration - The course applies developmental theory to assist students in exploring career and major options and help them prepare for academic, career and employment transitions. Includes 15 lecture hours and up to 8 out of class advising sessions. Credits: 1 

GS 143 – Mastering Lifetime Learning Skills - Instruction to enhance learning in a college environment and throughout life. Topics include organizational and time management skills, strategies to improve learning, recognition of learning styles and creating positive learning environments. Credits: 2 

GS 489 Transition to Careers - Junior and Senior level students will learn strategies required to make a successful transition from student life to career. The course will include information on job search skills, resume development, professional ethics, lifelong learning, workplace behavior and diversity issues. Credits: 1 

READ 041 – Reading for College Success - This course provides students with reading strategies necessary for making the transition to collegiate level reading. The course will present students with multiple strategies to promote comprehension skills, develop vocabulary and enhance metacognition to become strategic readers. This course will be required for students with ACT score in Reading at 17 or below (or a comparable COMPASS score). Credits: 3

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