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2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDU 195-01 - Introductory Special Topic: How Colleges Work: An Introduction to US Higher Education

2 credits (Spring)
This course provides an overview of how colleges  work. It surveys the purpose of higher education,  and examines US higher education from systemic,  organizational, professional, economic, and  sociological perspectives. Encountering  literature such as college leadership roles,  faculty worklife, and student development, this  course will introduce students to the study of  higher education and some of the prominent  authors and theories in the field.

Prerequisite: None.
Note: Dates: March 12 to May 09. 1/2 semester deadlines apply.
Instructor: Robinson