DIVISION OF CONTINUING STUDIES

The School of Continuing Studies was created in 1975 and reflects the commitment of Indiana University and the state government to meeting the educational needs of adult citizens. The School brings the resources of the university to adults who cannot take advantage of the traditional formal programs at fixed campus locations. It also serves those who wish to develop or maintain a vocational or professional competence or to enrich their individual or family lives.

The School of Continuing Studies plans and provides both credit and noncredit programs that are offered in a variety of learning formats at convenient times and locations. The School provides the following options:

Associate and bachelor's degrees in General Studies

Associate and bachelor's degrees in Labor Studies

Independent study through correspondence

Credit and noncredit programs

Courses for professional development and personal growth

Programs in Labor Studies for union members and leaders

Conferences, workshops, and seminars on a wide range of subjects.

October 28, 1993

GENERAL STUDIES PROGRAMS MISSION

The General Studies Degree Program brings a college education to those who have been prevented from beginning or completing work in a traditional degree program because of work schedules, domestic responsibilities, or logistical problems. The program enables nontraditional students to complete a degree in General Studies at their own pace and their own location.

The General Studies Degree program offers two degrees: the Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.) and the Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.). Course work consists of a core of arts and sciences courses and a wide range of electives that can be selected from any school, division, or program of the university. Degree requirements may be completed in a variety of ways, allowing students to design a flexible program of study and individualized curriculum tailored to their backgrounds and needs. The program accepts accredited course work earned through these methods:

courses completed at any Indiana University campus

courses completed at other accredited institutions

independent study completed by correspondence

credit by examination

educational programs in noncollegiate organizations

credit for self-acquired competencies

military service credit

The program is dedicated to the principle that nontraditional students entering this program will have a well-rounded liberal education. Graduates of this program should have knowledge and awareness that will enable them to be effective citizens and lifelong learners. GOALS 1. Each student will have an introductory knowledge of selected courses (12 hours) in each of the following three areas: a. arts and humanities
b. sciences and mathematics
c. social and behavioral sciences 2. Each student who graduates from the B.G.S. will develop one of these three areas into a substantial body of knowledge by completing an additional eighteen credit hours in that area.

3. Each student will demonstrate competency in each of the following areas: written communication, oral communication, mathematics, and computer literacy.

4. Each student will complete additional course work to fulfill elective requirements. These electives permit the student to explore other areas of interest and to tailor the degree to his or her individual needs, primary academic interests, a second area of expertise, personal or professional interests, and become a lifelong learner.