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: January 23 to March 13. 1/2 semester deadlines apply.
Instructor: Robinson