| Fall Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 |
| SDS 6042: Introduction to College Student Affairs (3 cr.) |
Provides students with knowledge of the history, philosophy, organization and structure of Student Affairs. Including Student Affairs functions, professional competencies, and legal and ethical issues. |
| SDS 6624: Ecology of Campus Life (3 cr.) |
Provides students with an understanding of the changing demographics,as well as environmental and developmental issues facing college students. |
| EDF 6481: Foundations of Educational Research (3 cr.) |
Analysis of major types of educational research designs, including experimental, correlational, ex post facto and case studies. |
| Spring Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 |
| SDS 6520: Student Development Theory (3 cr.) |
An in-depth study of student development theories including those in the areas of cognitive-structural, psychosocial and typology theories. Students will examine theoretical perspectives and learn how to apply them in practical situations encountered in higher education settings. |
| EDF 6281: Issues in Diversity (2 cr.) |
Addresses individual and organizational issues of multiculturalism and diversity in higher education. |
| EDF 6944: Practicum Placement (1 cr.) |
A seminar designed to assist students in obtaining practicum placements. |
| EDF 6165: Group Processes (3 cr.) |
Application of group process research and practice realtive to the needs of professional educators. |
| Summer Term - Total Credit Hours: 6 |
| EDF 6944:Practicum (2-4 cr.) Seminar |
A field experience which allows students the engage in the practical applicaiton of student affairs work at various types of institutions. |
| Workshop and Conference Design (3 cr.) |
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| Fall Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 |
| SDS 6701: Student Affairs Assessment (2 cr.) |
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| EDG 6931: The Law & Student Affairs (3 cr.) |
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| EDF 6944: Teaching Practicum (1 cr.) |
A seminar relative to the applicaiton of successful teaching strategies. |
| EDG 6947: Internship (3 cr.) |
A field experience which allows students to engage in the practical applicaiton of student affairs work. Students are also engaged in a seminar regarding various professional development topics with focus on relating theory to practice. |
| Spring Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 |
| EDF 6935: Wellness Seminar |
This course familiarizes students with the array of extant programs to facilitate wellness and prevent problems that often affect college students. Through review and critique of such programs, participants will be able to design and administer wellness programs in their professional roles. |
| EDF 6938: Management Issues |
Exploration and demonstration of knowledge in an area of special interest to the student and/or in an area for which the student needs to demonstrate a higher level of competence. Designed to fit the needs of each student. |
| EDF 6947: Internship Seminar- Section A |
A field experience which allows students to engage in the practical applicaiton of student affairs work. Students are also engaged in a seminar regarding various professional development topics with focus on relating theory to practice. |
| EDF 6947: Internship Seminar- Section B |
A Capstone seminar that prepares students with job placement skills. i.e. resume writing, attire, and interview techniques. |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS FOR PROGRAM: 42 |
