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Austin Peay State University is a comprehensive university committed to raising the citizenry's educational attainment, developing programs and services that address regional needs, and providing collaborative opportunities that connect university expertise with private and public resources. Collectively, these endeavors contribute significantly to the region's intellectual, economic, social, physical, and cultural development. APSU prepares students to be engaged and productive citizens while recognizing that society and the marketplace require global awareness and continuous learning. This mission will be accomplished by: Offering undergraduate, graduate, and student support programs designed to promote critical thinking, communication skills, creativity, and leadership. Expanding access opportunities and services to traditional and nontraditional students, including the use of multiple delivery systems, flexible scheduling, and satellite locations. Promoting equal access, diversity, an appreciation of all cultures, and respect for all persons. Serving the military community at Fort Campbell through complete academic programs. Providing academic services that support student persistence to graduation. Fostering a positive campus environment that encourages active participation in university life. Developing programs (credit and noncredit), conducting research, and providing services that contribute significantly to the region's quality of life, learning, and workforce development needs. APSU's vision is to create a collaborative, integrative learning community, instilling in students habits of critical inquiry as they gain knowledge, skills, and values for life and work in a global society. We are excited that you are interested in Austin Peay! Your needs are specific to you...and Austin Peay wants to make your Admissions experience as easy as possible. Austin Peay State University, one of Tennessee's fastest-growing public universities, occupies a beautifully pastoral, 180-acre campus in Clarksville, Tennessee. Each year, students from around the world enroll at the school to take advantage of Austin Peay's diverse offering of associate, bachelor's, and master's degree programs, in addition to its specialized English language (ESL) program. The University's faculty and staff make each student a priority, which is why Austin Peay has been nationally recognized for its student-success initiatives. Students thrive on this campus because of its inspiring academic environment, coupled with a focus on extra-curricular offerings. When individuals are not in a class, they enjoy attending sporting events in 16 different sports and participating in social events and academic student associations. That is why Austin Peay is not merely a university. It is a community of learners from across the globe. Austin Peay State University offers significant university resources with the benefits of a small college campus. An excellent variety of associates, bachelor's, master's degree programs, and an intensive English language (ESL) program provide many study options. Austin Peay is also nationally recognized for our attention to student success. Our faculty make teaching a priority and are directly available to students. This friendly, personal support makes Austin Peay a unique and comfortable place to learn. Austin Peay offers many educational and social options designed to meet your needs. Special programs for international students welcome you to campus and help you succeed in the classroom. Situated 45 minutes northwest of Nashville, the University is convenient to Nashville International Airport, the excitement of Music City USA, and professional hockey and football teams. Students will find music, shopping, professional and College sports, and other cultural events on and near campus. The many opportunities in and out of the classroom will give international students an authentic American cultural experience. Austin Peay State University is located on an urban campus that, for over 180 years, has been used for educational purposes and on which the buildings of five colleges have stood. APSU is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, the state's fifth-largest and youngest city. The school is named after former Tennessee Governor Austin Peay, a Clarksville native. Austin Peay is a four-year public, masters level university offering over 56 majors and 63 different concentrations. The University began as Austin Peay Normal School when it was created as a two-year junior college and teacher-training institution by Act of the General Assembly of 1927 and named in honor of Governor Austin Peay. He was serving his third term of office when the school was established. Limited in purposes and resources initially, the school gradually grew in stature over the years to take its place among the colleges and universities under the State Board of Education's control. Harned Hall was the first new building during the Normal School era, 1931-present.In 1939, the State Board of Education authorized the school to inaugurate a curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. The degree was first conferred on the graduating class at the 1942 Spring Convocation. By Act of the Tennessee Legislature of February 4, 1943, the school's name was changed to Austin Peay State College. In 1951, the State Board authorized the College to confer the Bachelor of Arts degree and, in 1952, to offer graduate study leading to the degree of Master of Arts in Education. At the November 1966 meeting, the State Board of Education conferred university status on the College, effective September 1, 1967. In February 1967, the State Board of Education authorized the University to confer the Master of Arts and the Master of Science degrees. In 1968, associate degrees were approved. The State Board of Education relinquished its governance of higher education institutions to the Tennessee State Board of Regents in 1972.

We will create and advance knowledge, prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively impact local and global communities. We will be a pre-eminent, public, urban research university known for academic and research excellence, success across a diverse student body, and meaningful engagement in its urban community. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Wayne State University respects the First Amendment rights of those who wish to participate in peaceful protests and demonstrations. Our admission process will not negatively impact applicants and admitted students if they participate in such protests. We will not rescind any offers of admission to students who choose to exercise their rights, regardless of their high school's disciplinary policy. Through our multidisciplinary approach to research and education and ongoing collaboration with government, industry, and other institutions, we seek to expand knowledge, enhance economic growth and improve the quality of life in Detroit, the state of Michigan, and throughout the world. Through our dedication and leadership, Wayne State University is a nationally recognized center of excellence in research. Our faculty lead the nation in many key research areas, and their groundbreaking discoveries make a difference in the everyday lives of others around the corner and around the world. At Wayne State, students from over 70 countries and nearly every state, representing a wide range of ages, religious beliefs, and socio-economic backgrounds, come together in the heart of Detroit, renowned for its culture, industry, and diversity. The Graduate School celebrates and supports this diversity with resources and initiatives designed to enhance retention and encourage the academic excellence of students who are underrepresented in their disciplines. The career and professional development offered by the Graduate School focuses on leadership skills, applying to and attending graduate school, graduation, and entry into professional and academic careers. Graduate school doesn't have to be an intimidating financial commitment. Wayne State offers more than $20 million a year in student support to help graduate students fund their education and pursue success. Financial support can come in many forms and from various channels–individual departments within the university, merit-based scholarships, fellowships, need-based financial aid, and an array of external sources. Be sure to check with your department for specific application information and unique opportunities in your field. Eligibility, enrollment, and application requirements vary. Graduate assistantships are appointments made to students enrolled in a master's or doctoral program at Wayne State University. Appointments may be made for one, two, or three semesters of the calendar year. Assistantships provide financial support in part-time work for pay within the university setting and typically an academic department and offer experience in teaching or other academic and scholarship areas. Learn more about the graduate assistantships at Wayne State. These awards vary in dollar amount, duration of support, and applicant requirements. Some Graduate School fellowships and scholarships provide funding to enhance productivity at specific junctures in your degree process, such as thesis/dissertation research support, the Rumble Fellowship, or travel awards. Others are specific to master's students or encourage diversity of incoming doctoral students. Special programs such as the King-Chavez-Parks (KCP) Future Faculty Fellowship Program include unique mentoring and professional development components. Explore our funding opportunities and see what's right for your situation. Whether you are a new degree applicant, looking for scholarships, or getting ready for graduation, the Graduate School is a crucial resource for master's students. The Graduate School provides information and guidance on degree requirements, policies, procedures, guidelines, and forms to complete a master's program. We support and celebrate graduate students' success with opportunities for research presentation and competitions, professional development seminars and career development, diversity initiatives, and various funding opportunities. Wayne State is among the nation's pre-eminent public research universities in an urban setting. Our thriving academic community includes over 120 postdoctoral trainees skilled and talented scholars worldwide who have an essential role in our success. We want to ensure that you receive the highest quality of training to enhance your skills and prepare you for your future careers. To augment the training experience for both you and your mentor, the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs provides resources and support for professional and career development and oversees postdocs' policies and requirements. The David Adamany Undergraduate Library (UGL) is a 24-hour library that provides access to hundreds of computers, wireless internet, spaces for collaborative or silent study, and course and textbook reserves. The library is also home to the Warrior Writing, Research and Technology (WRT) Zone, the Honors College, the Office of Community Engagement, the Academic Success Center, Advising, Student Disability Services, and the Office of Military and Veterans Academic Excellence. Founded in 1868, Wayne State University is a nationally recognized metropolitan research institution offering more than 370 academic programs through 13 schools and colleges to nearly 29,000 students. Wayne State's main campus in Midtown Detroit comprises 100 buildings over 200 acres. Its six extension centers offer higher education to students throughout Southeast Michigan.

Our vision is to be the national model for a dual-mission university that integrates learning, scholarship, and community. Weber State University's rich history extends from the late nineteenth century to today.WSU was founded in Ogden, Utah, as Weber Stake Academy in 1889. "Weber" comes from the county's name where the university is located, which was named after John Henry Weber, an early American fur trapper. In 1933, the academy was made a state junior college. Following World War II, the college outgrew its downtown campus and moved to the present site on the Wasatch Mountains' foothills overlooking Ogden and the Great Salt Lake. Weber State College awarded its first baccalaureate degree in 1964. In 1991, the college became Weber State University, appropriately symbolizing its role as Utah's first comprehensive regional university that also retains a community college mission. Our students are busy people. Many have jobs, family responsibilities, a commute. However, they still find the time to take advantage of Weber's many activities and events outside the classroom. It is a great way to connect with your fellow Wildcats. Weber State University provides more than $90 million in financial aid and scholarships each year. The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office will help you learn about the different types of aid and use all available to you. The Weber State University LEAP Department (Learning English for Academic Purposes) provides intensive English language courses for students to acquire English as a second language for academic use. It is the Department's mission to prepare these students to function effectively in mainstream academic classes where English is the language of instruction. In doing so, we also seek to familiarize students with American culture and the academic atmosphere of studying at an American university. To strengthen and enhance the learning environment at Weber State University by engaging and mentoring students as researchers and scholars within and across the disciplines while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Educators, employers, and graduate and professional schools all understand the value of the undergraduate research experience. Consequently, the University's Undergraduate Research Committee and the Office of Undergraduate Research have provided these experiences to students throughout Weber State University. The program aims to allow student scholars to join a premier undergraduate research community and experience an education where discovery is central to their learning environment. The University Scholars Program is a four-year program that moves students from having limited experience and exposure in a field to the point where they engage, discover, and create on their own under the advisement of a faculty mentor. University Scholars will acquire a deep understanding of research or creative processes, master the knowledge and skills in their selected field of study, and with the guidance of a faculty mentor, have the opportunity to produce original work. As part of this program, the Scholars will be awarded a scholarship and a research assistantship, working closely with an assigned faculty member. University Scholars will be required to disseminate their work, and where appropriate, submit their work for publication. Students can obtain Undergraduate Research Grant funds for supplies, equipment, travel expenses, and a research scholarship. Travel Grant funds are also available for undergraduate and graduate students to cover expenses related to attending conferences or professional meetings. Lonald Wishom, WSUSA VP for Diversity 2011-'12 created Taboo Talks because, in his words, "I think that our country has reached a point where everyone is so eager to claim that we are in a post-oppression society that it's hard to discuss issues of oppression. It's rare to engage in dialog about race, sexuality, religion, and politics without worrying about being viewed negatively by people with differing views. This results in a lack of these discussions and a lack of understanding differences. I envisioned Taboo Talks about being a safe place to discuss differences in ideas to inform and educate WSU students on different views. Diversity and Inclusive Programs looks forward to supporting the continuation of this program with each new WSUSA VP for Diversity & Unity. We seek to establish connections and build community at Weber State, Utah, and across the globe. Community Awareness collaborates with community organizations and entities to create events that promote Diversity and Inclusivity. The programmed events' goal is to provide access to community organizations in providing a platform to discuss issues within the community, educational opportunities, and resource activities to students every month. In collaboration with Weber

We are a dynamic and diverse public university situated on the Atlantic coast in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. With over 100 highly regarded degrees and programs, it is no wonder that more than 7,000 students from almost every state in the U.S. and 70 countries choose to start strong and finish strong at Armstrong. Whether you wish to pursue liberal arts or sciences, become a health professional or a teacher, you will find support and inspiration to prepare you for leadership in your career and your community. The mission of the Department of Financial Aid is to remove financial barriers to student enrollment and retention at Georgia Southern University. We seek to ensure that any qualified student who desires to pursue and complete an education at this university can obtain appropriate resources. The Financial Aid Office seeks to provide financial aid services accessible, sensitive to individual student needs, and useful in enabling students to bridge the gap between family resources and educational expenses. The delivery of services and financial aid awards will be characterized by timeliness, accuracy, and clarity. It will be accomplished through the most straightforward procedures consistent with fiscal responsibility and governmental and university regulations. The Financial Aid Office is committed to providing student borrowers with loan counseling and information about loan indebtedness and repayment responsibilities. In responding to the diverse and changing needs of the university community, a spirit of cooperation, and an approach that is flexible, equitable, innovative, and broad will be maintained. The Financial Aid Office maintains a strong commitment to extending our knowledge through research on financial aid issues and problems. It also seeks to assume a leadership role in developing a comprehensive system of student financial support services. The quality of the staff, services, and research efforts will identify the Department of Financial Aid as a center for expertise on financial aid at Georgia Southern University and the financial aid profession. The English Language Program at Georgia Southern University offers an active, immersive, student-centered approach to learning. Experience life as a traditional student with dedicated staff and access to Georgia Southern's unique campus life. Our division serves as the educational link between the university's nationally recognized academic resources and the community in delivering life-long learning opportunities. We provide a variety of programs designed to improve the workforce's skills, enhance societal and cultural understanding, facilitate healthy lifestyles, and address personal development and enrichment needs. Included within the division is the English Language Program (ELP), a non-credit bearing program. This program offers an active, student-centered approach to learning. Students of the English Language Program are immersed in the same hands-on learning environment as an enrolled student at Georgia Southern University. In addition to providing students and program participants with the opportunity to gain entry into Georgia Southern University's credit-bearing classes, student participants learning through ELP can also apply these same skills to professional and personal growth. Our goal is to help participants who are a part of the English Language Program to engage in academic curriculum and activities that result in the pursuit of further education at Georgia Southern University and on-going life-learning opportunities. Our mission at the Division of Continuing Education is to support Georgia Southern University's commitment to extend the learning environment beyond the classroom, promoting life success. We offer technologically advanced meeting, classroom, and conference facilities in Statesboro and Savannah. Our professional team is ready to provide conference and event management services from start to finish for corporate and social events, youth programs, religious retreats, and special events at your location. Strengthen your staff's technical skills and soft skills, too—communication, leadership, and problem-solving. Provide opportunities for certification. Broaden knowledge. Motivate and energize employees. Enhance on-the-job effectiveness, and most importantly, maximize your organization's success. You can accomplish all this and more through customized professional development training from Georgia Southern University's Division of Continuing Education. We are committed to extending professional learning opportunities beyond our campus and into your business or organization. We focus on your objectives, not ours. Whatever your needs, we have got you covered with customized solutions. At Georgia Southern University, we offer flexible online programs in business, education, and healthcare. Cannot make it to campus? Managing a career and a family? Now you can earn a respected Georgia Southern degree without ever traveling to campus. We also offer blended options that enable you to combine online and classroom work. With over 100 years of history as one of Georgia's premier universities, a degree from Georgia Southern will prepare you to take the next step in your career. While a student, you will learn from respected professors that have enabled us to be named one of the Top 20 Most Popular Universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report. As an online student, you will be able to earn your degree on your schedule from anywhere in the world. Whether you are working your way up the corporate ladder, caring for patients, teaching students, or deployed for military service, a Georgia Southern degree is only a click away.

The fundamental values and goals we embrace nurture every student's growth and define the quality and character of an Ohio State degree. Ohio State University is the model 21st-century public, land grant, research, urban, community-engaged institution. The University is dedicated to: Creating and discovering knowledge to improve the well-being of our state, regional, national, and global communities. Educating students through a comprehensive array of distinguished academic programs. Preparing a diverse student body to be leaders and engaged citizens. Fostering a culture of engagement and service. We understand that diversity and inclusion are essential components of our excellence. Academic centers are non-degree-granting academic units of the University engaged in research instruction or clinical, outreach, or related service. An academic center is defined by its mission and scope, not its title. While they may be described as a center, institute, laboratory, or similar term, the terms center and institute shall be limited to academic centers, unless otherwise approved by the Council on Academic Affairs. A substantial research/scholarship component is common to the missions of official University Centers, but they may also involve instruction or related service. Their internal funding (initial and continuing) is drawn fully, or in large part, from central university funds (i.e., Office of the President, Office of Academic Affairs, Office of Research, etc.). The leadership of the center reports to one or more of those offices. A variable mix of emphases, including research/scholarship, instruction, service, clinical or outreach missions, define College Centers. Internal funding (initial and continuing) is drawn fully, or in large part, from one college or a small set of colleges. The leadership of the center will report to one dean or a small set of deans. Centers whose missions focus on academic-focused activities but do not fall into university or college categories. Non-Academic centers are those centers where the primary purpose is not instruction, research, or related service. How will you make your mark? Or maybe a more critical question: Where is the best environment to get started? Ohio State has the breadth and depth to take you wherever your goals lead. We are looking to add the best and brightest to make their mark in this year's class. Will it be you? The Office of Academic Affairs enables students and faculty's success in teaching and learning, research, and creative expression. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive, inclusive, and affordable education that prepares the next generation of leaders and engaged citizens to serve Ohio, the country, and the world. The Office of Academic Affairs provides direct support to affiliated units through four shared service areas. Staff in these areas report directly through OAA and support ongoing internal operations and support critical partnerships throughout the University. The OAA Fiscal Services team handles purchases and other transactions for OAA and its reporting units and acts as a liaison to the Procurement Shared Services Center (PSSC). The HR Service Center provides customer service related to HR, payroll, and new hire transactions and guidance on university HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and data integrity. The Office of Academic Affairs Information Technology unit provides top-notch service and capabilities to affiliated units. From software development and database maintenance to web hosting and networking, OAA IT ensures that all facets of the academic mission operate with efficiency, effectiveness, and security. The marketing communications staff in Academic Affairs is responsible for communication from the provost's office and leadership team to the university community, and the office's associated website. Also, we assist with strategic communications about events that originate with Academic Affairs, such as faculty orientations and leadership retreats, and for units that fall under its umbrellas, such as the University Institute for Teaching and Learning and the Emeritus Academy. Ensuring that students learn and succeed is fundamental to Ohio State's mission. Doing so addresses academic priorities and institutional goals to enhance the student experience and provide students with an unsurpassed, student-centered learning experience. As an institution committed to teaching and learning, we are committed to ensuring our students and educators are equipped with the best tools for success. One of these tools is a learning outcomes assessment. Assessment is a broad-based activity that occurs at several levels across the University in both the curricular and co-curricular learning environments. Some assessments are carried out at the institutional level and others within courses using a myriad of means. Primarily, however, assessment is a faculty-driven endeavor conducted at the program level. All degree programs have articulated student learning outcomes and provide annual reports on their assessment activities to the Office of Academic Affairs. Undergraduate programs typically report on findings and plans for improvement. Graduate programs address at least one crucial question about student learning in their programs and report to the Graduate School. Professional programs provide summary updates and are monitored regularly on their assessment activities through specialized accreditation. Across all reporting venues, findings are expected to be accurate and represent all students in the program.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 35,000 students. With 13 colleges on two metro Atlanta campuses, Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia and the third-largest University in the state. The University's vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries worldwide. The University's alumni network is 100,000 strong. A Carnegie-designated doctoral institution, it is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. Kennesaw State University offers high-quality and productive undergraduate, graduate, continuing education, and co-curricular programs. These include learning opportunities in architecture, the arts, business, computing, education, engineering and engineering technology, health, and human services, honors experiences, humanities, and social sciences, interdisciplinary studies, leadership development, the natural and physical sciences, study abroad, and other related disciplines. The University's research, scholarship, creative activities, and public service initiatives expand and apply knowledge, contribute to economic development, and improve the quality of life in local communities, Georgia, the nation, and the world. The KSU community values open, honest, and thoughtful intellectual inquiry, innovative and creative problem solving, professionalism, expertise, collaboration, integrity and ethical behavior, engaged citizenship, global understanding, sustainability, mutual respect, and appreciation of human and cultural diversity. The University community strives continually to enhance student success, improve institutional quality, and respond to higher education demand.Kennesaw State University will be a world-class comprehensive university recognized for its excellence in education, discovery, innovation, technology, and community engagement from local to global levels. The KSU experience will empower the university community members and graduates to have the vision, ability, and courage to transform the future. Kennesaw State has been elevated to an R3 classification – a doctoral institution with moderate research activity – by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning. The University has nearly 150 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. A sprawling physical plant spread across two campuses is situated on more than 581 acres. Chartered in 1963 by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State has become a destination campus. More than 5,200 students live in eight distinctive residential communities in Kennesaw and Marietta. Students who reside on campus and those who commute have access to a full range of world-class facilities, resources, and activities. There are more than 200 student organizations, encompassing student governance and media, co-curricular clubs, athletics, Greek letter organizations, campus ambassadors, community service, and advocacy. The University has seen a rapid rise in external funding for basic research, from $4.3 million in 2006 to $51 million over the past five years, leading to new knowledge and discoveries by faculty and students' hands-on opportunities. Kennesaw State's Division of Global Affairs leads a comprehensive array of academic, educational, and service-related programs on behalf of the entire University, while administering more than 60 international studies programs, offering more than 100 courses, and organizing more than 130 different international education events. The University has partnerships with academic, governmental, and business institutions worldwide, including CIFAL, the first United Nations training center to be hosted by a university. Kennesaw State University's mission is to provide educational programs that serve a diverse student body, including young adults who enroll as freshmen or undergraduate transfers and an equally large number of older adults who return or transfer to the University at different stages in their lives for undergraduate or graduate study. Evening and weekend programs are designed to accommodate experienced professionals seeking academic advancement. Faculty, staff, and administrators are committed to providing a challenging and facilitative collegiate environment that fosters high-quality academic preparation, critical thinking, global and multicultural perspectives, effective communication and interpersonal skills, leadership development, social responsibility, and lifelong learning. The foundation for all undergraduate majors is a comprehensive and coherent general education program that promotes internationalized and connected learning in the liberal arts tradition. Kennesaw State offers more than 100 accredited disciplinary, interdisciplinary and professional undergraduate, baccalaureate degree programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, accounting, business fields, architecture, engineering, teacher education specialties, computing and information systems, and nursing. An expanding array of graduate degrees exists in education specialties, accounting, business fields, public administration, professional writing, conflict management, and nursing. We also offer several applied undergraduate and graduate certificate programs, as well as numerous minors. Kennesaw State University offers over 70 fully online degree programs, certificate programs, hybrid online programs, and more than 400 courses in online and mixed-model versions. Designed and taught by KSU faculty, online learning at Kennesaw State offers high-quality degree options with online learning convenience and flexibility. Online courses and degrees at Kennesaw State University are fully accredited and held to the same learning standards, rigors, and expectations of quality that our on-campus courses and programs require. The College of Continuing and Professional Education offers more than 65 professional certificate programs and more than 2,500 courses, with 350 courses available online. Top programs include culinary, web design, paralegal, TESOL, necessary office technology, project management, technical writing, pharmacy technician, health coach, medical assisting, real estate property management, social media marketing, and information systems security. Additionally, the college operates the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) for adults age 50 and older, Summer University educational camps for rising first through 12th graders, and much more! The college is located at KSU Center, the site for classroom coursework, a place for educational conferences, and a facility where companies choose to conduct advanced training for their employees.

At NC State University, we create prosperity for North Carolina and the nation. We began as a land-grant institution grounded in agriculture and engineering. Today, we are a pre-eminent research enterprise that excels across disciplines. NC State is a powerhouse in science, technology, engineering, and math. We lead in agriculture, education, textiles, business, and natural resources management. We are at the forefront of teaching and research in design, the humanities, and the social sciences. And we are home to one of the world’s best colleges of veterinary medicine. Our more than 34,000 undergraduate and graduate students learn by doing. They pursue original research and start new companies. They forge connections with top employers and serve communities local and global. Through it all, they enjoy an outstanding return on investment. As a research-extensive land-grant university, North Carolina State University is dedicated to excellent teaching, the creation and application of knowledge, and engagement with public and private partners. By uniting our strength in science and technology with a commitment to excellence in a comprehensive range of disciplines, NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina around the world. Our 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. Together, they forge powerful partnerships with government, industry, nonprofits, and academia to remake our world for the better.NC State is leading efforts to curb nuclear proliferation, develop a smart electric grid, create self-powered health monitors, help farmers confront climate change, and build a new American manufacturing sector. Our award-winning Centennial Campus is home to more than 70 public and private partners — as well as the innovative Hunt Library, which Time magazine has dubbed “the library of the future.” NC State is a leading public university in one of the fastest-growing cities in America. We have world-class faculty and facilities, and our hands-on focus means you will learn by doing. Here, we imagine and innovate. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, Raleigh is home to a vibrant and diverse community. Here, top tech companies and a bustling downtown meet historic neighborhoods and acres of parks. You will also find nationally acclaimed restaurants and a wealth of celebrated arts, culture, and sports. When you come to NC State, you are not just here to go to class. Our campus community and amenities will bring you into the heart of the Wolfpack. This is where you will find opportunities for service projects, internships, study abroad, and other high-impact learning experiences that challenge your worldview — and strengthen your resume. Recognized as a top institution driving innovation and supporting economic prosperity, NC State offers more than 160 master’s programs and more than 60 doctoral programs. We also offer the opportunity to work across disciplinary boundaries with the world’s top experts in their fields. Our faculty includes 23 members of the prestigious National Academies, and we are leading interdisciplinary innovation with our faculty cluster hiring program. NC State’s facilities include major research centers, the cutting-edge Hunt Library, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a collaborative research community on Centennial Campus. The public and private sectors converge to confront global challenges. Combine all this with our proximity to Research Triangle Park, a hotbed for innovation and technology, and you will see why the possibilities for what graduate students can think and do here are virtually endless. Wherever you are from, you will find a home here. Our world-¬class faculty and internationally renowned programs in engineering, science, and technology draw outstanding students from across the globe. Once here, they find a diverse, welcoming campus where many cultures join to form one university community. When NC State University was founded in 1887, the school embodied ideals that were rapidly transforming higher education. Chief among them was the belief that colleges should not be reserved for a select few and that the children of farmers, mechanics, and other workers should have access to the opportunities and benefits of higher education. A new generation of progressive thinkers founded the college, known then as the North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts. No organization did more to advance this new institution's cause than the Watauga Club, a reform-minded group of lawyers, teachers, doctors, and business people in Raleigh — all of them younger than 30. Watauga Club member Charles W. Dabney, who wrote the new institution's legislation, exemplified the changes sweeping the South in the 1880s. The son of a Calvinist theologian who professed modern science skepticism, Dabney earned a Ph. D. in chemistry and built a reputation as one of the foremost agricultural scientists in the nation. Today we honor NC State’s founders — men like Dabney, William J. Peele, and Walter Hines Page — not just for their vision, but also because they lived when considerable foresight, skill, and courage were required to rally public support for higher education.

The mission of Eastern Connecticut State University, the state's designated public liberal arts university, is to provide high-quality undergraduate and select graduate programs to a diverse population of talented students. Eastern's inclusive residential campus, outstanding faculty, emphasis on teaching excellence, and exceptional facilities raise students' aspirations and cultivate engagement, inquiry, integrity, and social responsibility. Eastern students apply theory in practical settings in the traditional arts and sciences and pre-professional programs grounded in the liberal arts. Faculty research, scholarship, creative work, and community engagement inform teaching and learning, advance knowledge, and enrich the liberal arts curriculum. The University is committed to serving the state of Connecticut and the nation by preparing its students for their future personal, professional, and public roles, as leaders in both their communities and professional fields. Aspiring to be a public liberal arts college of the first choice, Eastern Connecticut State University will create an unparalleled college experience for its students and achieve national distinction for its academic programs. Eastern's faculty, students, and staff will enhance the University's position as an intellectual community, acknowledged for its engaged teaching, learning, research, and creative work. Advancing its position as a model for social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and educational access, the University will be recognized as a resource that is responsive to the region's needs and the state. The J. Eugene Smith Library supports and enriches the University's teaching, learning, research, and outreach objectives by providing services and resources that foster intellectual curiosity and integrity, promote critical inquiry, and encourage awareness of the world beyond the campus. We provide a welcoming and comfortable space for quiet study or collaborative efforts, and professional staff to offer assistance and expertise. Individual students may choose to study for a semester off-campus, either through the National Student Exchange, which provides opportunities within the United States or foreign countries through various study abroad programs. Students typically live in host homes, take a full load of courses, including language courses related to the host country, and have time to explore the local culture. The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) offers students a road map and lifeline to the real world they will encounter as they pursue a life path and work in school and after graduation. It is a fantastic resource for Eastern to connect its faculty and academic programs to a wide range of volunteer community service opportunities that provide significant learning experiences. The local needs are immense, and the service options are unlimited. Credit for Lifelong Learning (CLL) is a unique program offered by Eastern for over 30 years. CLL enables adults to earn credit for the college-level learning gained through work, volunteer, and other experiences. Eastern has offered this program to eligible adults since 1973 because we recognize that significant learning occurs outside of the" traditional" college classroom. CLL is one of several nontraditional programs at Eastern through which adults can earn college credit toward their degrees. The ASC includes The Academic Advising Center, the Mathematics Achievement Center (The "MAC"), the Writing Center, Subject Tutoring and student Learning Strategies, and, finally, the Summer Transition at Eastern Program/Contract Admissions Program (STEP/CAP), an alternate admissions opportunity providing access and first-year support to qualified students. All of our offices are located on the J. Eugene Smith Library's first floor, at the front entrance (Writing Center) and next to the Library Café (MAC, Subject Tutoring & STEP/CAP). The Advising Center is just down the hall. We encourage all students, no matter their talent level, to exploit the resources the Center offers and make Eastern's educational experience as positive and stress-free as possible. The mission of the Division of Academic Affairs is to support Eastern students, faculty, and staff as they pursue the University's core values of academic excellence, engagement, inclusion, integrity, empowerment, and social responsibility. The mission of the Margaret S. Wilson Child and Family Development Resource Center of Eastern Connecticut State University is to promote the social, emotional, cognitive, aesthetic, and physical development of young children of diverse backgrounds, to inspire, support, and educate their families, to provide a model program for future teachers and early childhood professionals, and to serve as a hub of innovative research and professional development. As a model program for research and best practices, we strive to create a setting where University faculty work on research projects and student participation occurs seamlessly. Faculty members support the classroom curriculum and provide the children and Center staff with exciting experiences. University students fulfill various roles at the Center, including observation, class requirements, and employment. They add a vibrant and fresh dimension to our classroom environments and the Center operations. The History major provides students with an understanding of modern society's historical background, politics, economics, and culture while also offering opportunities to cultivate research and writing skills. While developed by historians, the research and writing techniques to which students are exposed have found application in numerous other occupations and disciplines, including education, law and government, journalism, social work, business, industrial research, and museum and archival work. The major in History and Social Sciences combines a broad historical background with an in-depth exploration of one or more social sciences, along with a variety of elective options. This major is particularly appropriate for students seeking teacher certification at the secondary level.

Farmingdale State College is SUNY's largest College of applied science and technology, focusing on academic programs that equip students with the skills to succeed. Through its applied learning, including internships and clinical placements, Farmingdale's outcomes in students' employment within six months of graduation are extraordinary. Find out what Farmingdale can offer you. The mission of the Office of the Executive Assistant to the President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Farmingdale State College is dedicated to fostering a fair, non-discriminatory, and diverse educational and employment environment for the entire College community. As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, the College appoints those most qualified to fill each vacancy. In doing so, it is Farmingdale State College's policy not to discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction in the recruitment of students, the employment of faculty or staff, or the operation of any program or activity. We intend to continue creating an educational environment centered on building a foundation of awareness and knowledge, along with a genuine appreciation of culture, ethics, and diversity. Farmingdale State College's policy also prohibits retaliation against any employee or person seeking employment for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment under this policy. This policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists someone with a complaint of discrimination or harassment or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. Retaliation includes threats, intimidation, reprisals, and adverse actions related to employment. Here at our beautiful 380-acre campus, we are here to support and serve students in all of their future academic endeavors. We offer 37 different degree programs that are designed to prepare students for success in their future careers. 89% of our Farmingdale graduates are working six months after graduation. Not only do we have excellent academics, but Farmingdale has a beautiful community that is dedicated to student success. Students have the opportunity to be whom they want to be. With over 70 different clubs on campus to join, there are endless opportunities to explore and learn. Here at Farmingdale, we have a high influx of incoming students and applications. Even though we have over 9,500 students, we still maintain smaller class sizes. Our average class size is 24 students, with a 20:1 faculty to student ratio. Some of our popular majors are Bioscience, Engineering Technology, and Business Management. Paying for College and finding the right financial aid can be an overwhelming process. Our site's financial aid section is designed to provide all the information that you will need to apply for financial aid and develop an award package tailored to meet your college expenses. We participate in federal and state aid programs that help make education affordable for all students. We also provide debt-management counseling and College Work-Study placement services. The Farmingdale College Foundation, through the generosity of alumni, donors, and friends, award scholarships to new and continuing students based on many factors including financial need, academic merit, donor preferences, and academic majors. While many Foundation scholarships are awarded through the financial aid process, there are several scholarships for students to apply. Scholarships are awarded annually to eligible students to be used for qualified educational expenses. Those students who are already receiving full scholarship/grant funding for their room, board, and tuition are not eligible. Unlike loans, scholarships do not have to be repaid. Farmingdale College Foundation scholarships require students to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), verified by the Financial Aid office. Scholarship applicants are responsible for completing forms and providing valid documentation for scholarship consideration. All scholarship recipients must remain in good academic standing with Farmingdale State College. Study Abroad is a fantastic opportunity for students to travel overseas, enroll in classes at a foreign university, and experience a new culture. The programs available to you as a student will provide the confidence, cultural exposure, self-awareness, and career preparation necessary in this expanding global job market. Study abroad grants you the opportunity to study in a foreign country for various terms: summer, intersession, fall semester, spring semester, and a full year. Exchange is different from studying abroad in that you and a student from a partner university are essentially trading places. This is unique because there are usually limited spots and the tuition and fees are the same as studying at Farmingdale. Exchange programs have been developed with universities having curriculum and teaching methods similar to those here are Farmingdale State College. An exchange experience abroad will not only keep you on track, but it is a great way to explore a new culture and is an excellent addition to your resume. We offer 38 different degree programs. Each program is supported by intense experiential learning and is designed to prepare you for success in today's high demand careers. There is always something to do at Farmingdale State College. Over 70 student organizations have been established throughout campus to get involved with. You can create a new club to suit your interests. We also have 18 Division III Athletic Teams as well as numerous Intramural Leagues and Tournaments. We also offer extensive Fitness and Group Exercise Classes in addition to our newly-renovated world-class gymnasium.

Cal Poly Pomona is among the best public universities in the West and is nationally ranked for helping students achieve economic success. As an inclusive polytechnic university, we cultivate success through experiential learning, discovery, and innovation. Our graduates are ready to succeed in the professional world on Day 1. Faculty in all disciplines put theory to practice, providing students with opportunities to apply their knowledge in hands-on projects, research collaborations, and valuable internship and service-learning programs. Our history and geography are unlike any other university in the region. Nowhere else can students ride an Arabian horse, practice on a Steinway piano, bring a new product to market, and build a liquid-fueled rocket. Cal Poly Pomona offers affordable, life-changing education. Less than 30 miles east of Los Angeles, it enjoys the excitement of a diverse metropolitan while retaining a foothill community's serenity. We cultivate success through a diverse culture of experiential learning, discovery, and innovation. Cal Poly Pomona will be the model for an inclusive polytechnic university that inspires creativity and innovation, embraces local and global challenges, and transforms lives. Our challenging curriculum runs the gamut from agriculture to cutting-edge engineering to hospitality management to business administration to sustainability. Moreover, every year for more than 65 years, our students join with students from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo to construct award-winning floats for the annual Tournament of Roses Parade that is viewed by millions around the world. Like the programs, our students here are as diverse as the range of courses. We welcome and value that diversity. Underrepresented minorities and first-generation college students account for many of the nearly 21,000 undergraduate students. We also are a veteran-friendly campus. Cal Poly Pomona programs have earned the campus a national reputation and high rankings on lists of best universities in U.S. News & World Report and other publications. The decorated and committed faculty and our dedicated staff have helped the university achieve these lofty academic accomplishments. The cornerstone of a Cal Poly Pomona education is our "learn-by-doing" philosophy that joins theory with practice and prepares our students for the working world. Consequently, our graduates are highly regarded and sought after in business, industry, and other professional fields. We have renowned alumni who are making a difference in their communities. The Office of Undergraduate Research at Cal Poly Pomona (OUR-CPP) was established in 2013 to increase undergraduate student participation in research programs. Participation in research as an undergraduate has been proven to not only expand your academic experience at CPP but also improve student retention and graduation rates. Cal Poly Pomona is one of only two polytechnic universities of the 23 California State University campuses and 11 in the nation. The classical meaning of polytechnic is "skilled in many arts." At Cal Poly Pomona, it means more than that. Here, we weave technology and hands-on learning experiences into our academic programs, bringing textbook concepts to life in a technologically advanced and multicultural world. Students also experience a broad-based education through our general education program. All of our academic disciplines embrace the teaching of theory through application. We take a multi-faceted approach to problem-solving, looking at a situation from all possible angles. A biology student might use digital image analysis to monitor the growth of a virus. An urban and regional planning student might use GIS (geographic information systems) to chart the shrinking of low-income housing in an urban area. This focus on actions and solutions turns our students into skilled workers, integrative problem solvers, and well-balanced leaders. Cal Poly Pomona benefits from a richly diverse community reflective of the greater Los Angeles area. Our student body is roughly one-third Latino, one-quarter Asian, and 3 percent black. The university also has a healthy percentage of out-of-state and international students. U.S News noted that Cal Poly Pomona was eighth-most diverse among regional universities in the West and the tenth most diverse nation. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Poly Pomona is in the top 25 colleges awarding baccalaureate degrees to Hispanics. The Hispanic Business magazine also lauded the university's ability to help Hispanic postgraduate students succeed. Cal Poly Pomona opened on Sept. 15, 1938, with an all-male enrollment of 110 students as the Voorhis Unit of California State Polytechnic College in San Luis Obispo. It was located on the 150-acre San Dimas site of the former Voorhis School for Boys. Breakfast cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg deeded 813 acres of land located three miles south of the Voorhis campus to California in 1949. In 1956, 508 students and 44 faculty and staff moved from San Dimas to the Kellogg campus. In a first for the all-male campus, 329 women joined the student body in 1961. The Pomona campus separated from the San Luis Obispo campus in 1966 and became California State Polytechnic College, Kellogg Campus. University status was granted in 1972. Today, the university is part of the 23-campus California State University system. Cal Poly Pomona has about 24,000 students and 2,600 faculty and staff.

Chicago State University (CSU) is a public, comprehensive university that provides higher education for students of diverse backgrounds and educational needs. The University fosters the intellectual development and success of its student population through a rigorous, positive, and transformative educational experience. CSU is committed to teaching, research, service, and community development, including social justice, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Chicago State University will be recognized for innovations in teaching and research and promote ethical leadership, entrepreneurship, and social and environmental justice. We will embrace, engage, educate, and empower our students and community to transform lives locally and globally. Chicago State University was founded as a teacher training school in Blue Island, Illinois, on September 2, 1867. Today, the University is a fully accredited public, urban institution located on 161-picturesque acres in a residential community on Chicago's Southside. CSU is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Governor of Illinois. The University's five colleges—Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, and Pharmacy—offer 36 undergraduate and 25 graduate and professional degree-granting programs. CSU also offers an interdisciplinary Honors College for students in all areas of study and has a Division of Continuing Education and Nontraditional Degree Programs that offers extension courses, distance learning, and not-for-credit programs Chicago community. There is a fundamental distinction between a degree-seeking and a non-degree seeking student. Please review each type of applicant distinctions below and follow the steps for the application that is most applicable to you. As you get started with an application, please note a Social Security Number (SSN) is not required for admission. However, by providing it, you will help us to match your application materials. The Social Security Number is required if you are applying for federal financial aid (FAFSA). The University is committed to ensuring student records' privacy and confidentiality and will not disclose your SSN without your consent for any purpose except as allowed by law. With 29 degree and 17 post-baccalaureate certificate programs, Graduate and Professional Studies meets the needs of graduate and professional education at Chicago State University by building upon the strengths, experiences, and successes of the academic departments and their operations, functions, and services with a full continuum of support services for prospective and continuing graduate students. The School of Graduate and Professional Studies provides centralized administrative oversight and support to the colleges and departments administering programs and services to graduate and professional students. We support the University's mission about the provision of high-quality teaching, learning, and research environment for graduate and professional students and graduate faculty. Research conducted at Chicago State University can be deemed safe and ethical. To maintain this high standard, CSU has established appropriate regulatory committees: Institutional Review Board for research involving human subjects (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee for research involving live vertebrate and recombinant DNA (IACUC), and a committee for research involving biohazards. Also, undergraduate and graduate students who are trainees on NIH training grants complete a course and receive mentoring in Responsible Conduct of Research. Within the framework of a general education curriculum, Chicago State University students will be exposed to people, ideas, and events that have significantly influenced society and the environment. Students will learn to master the written and spoken word to enrich their own lives and contribute effectively to society. Instruction within a general education curriculum will provide our students with an understanding of critical sectors of contemporary life and the confidence to critique these constructively. Students will gain insight into cultural diversity, learn to honor their cultural heritage and others, and form responsible convictions about the world around them. Above all, Chicago State University's general education curriculum will instill in our students the idea that learning is a continuous and life-long process grounded in critical reflection and analysis of the world around us. As such, it is an essential foundation for living a fulfilled life in a democratic society. As part of a multi-year review of the general education assessment outcomes, the university community approved the above six general education outcomes during the Spring 2012 semester with input from faculty, staff, and administration. With these six outcomes in place, the General Education Committee (GEC) and the General Education Assessment Committee (GEAC) conducted a comprehensive review of the General Education Curriculum to revise the lists of courses that meet each area of general education. The revised General Education Curriculum was approved for the Fall 2017 semester. The Interim President is Cecil Lucy, who leads the administration of the University. The diverse areas that come under this structure require the dedication and support from a wide range of professional individuals to meet our unique students' needs. The executive officers are members of the President's Executive Council (PEC), a twenty-member team that helps all university operations run smoothly. Chicago State University is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, six members appointed by the Governor, and a student elected by the general student body. The Board's primary objective is to commence service in the public interest to promote and foster the ability of the University to offer courses of instruction, conduct research and offer public services as are now provided and may be prescribed in the future by the Board and to promote and foster the general welfare of the University, students, faculty, and staff. The academic areas come under the Provost's leadership for Academic and Student Affairs, ably assisted by the individual deans, associate and assistant deans, and directors. The administrative structure areas come under the leadership of both an Executive Vice President for Administrative and External Affairs and a Vice President of Planning, Research, and Sponsored Programs, assisted by various directors and associate assistant directors.

Central Connecticut State University is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and education. They are comprising four schools — Business Education & Professional Studies Graduate Studies and Engineering, Science & Technology, in addition to the Carol Ammon College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences — C.C.S.U. Offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Master's and sixth-year levels and the EdD in Educational Leadership. Committed to offering Connecticut citizens access to distinctive academic programs of high quality, the University is also a responsive and creative intellectual and economic resource for our state's people and institutions. More than 85 percent of C.C.S.U. Graduates remain in Connecticut, contributing to the intellectual, cultural, and economic health of the state. C.C.S.U. Is, above all else, a vibrant learning-centered community dedicated to teaching and scholarship. Education at the undergraduate and graduate level balances academic challenge and personal support, leading students to become thoughtful, responsible, and successful citizens. The faculty's commitment to scholarly inquiry ensures the intellectual vitality of our classrooms. A network of study-abroad opportunities, overseas inter-institutional arrangements, and other internationally focused educational programming prepare students to become "global citizens," responsive to a world of cultural differences that can succeed in an increasingly international marketplace.Dr. Zulma R. Toro is the president of C.C.S.U. The first woman and the first Hispanic to hold the position are also the University's 13th president. Central Connecticut State University is a community of learners dedicated to teaching and scholarship that emphasizes the development and application of knowledge and ideas through research and outreach activities and prepares students to be thoughtful, responsible, and successful citizens. As a comprehensive public university, we provide broad access to quality degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. The largest of four comprehensive universities within the Connecticut State Colleges & University system, C.C.S.U. serves nearly 11,800 students--9,800 undergraduates and 2,000 graduate students. Female students account for 48 percent of the student population males, 52 percent. C.C.S.U. is richly diverse: more than 30 percent of students are students of color, African American students comprise 11 percent of the student body Latinos, 12 percent and Asians, 3 percent. The University has a full-time faculty of 400 members, more than 75 percent of whom possess the doctorate; additionally, some 400 part-time instructors offer various distinctive educational and professional experiences. C.C.S.U. Faculty have earned Ph.D.s at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Cornell, Columbia, Duke, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Virginia, and Indiana, Tufts, Brown, Rensselaer, New York University, and other world-class institutions. A nationally recognized hallmark of the C.C.S.U. Faculty is the close working relationship established between students and professors, often leading to collaborative publications or joint presentations. Even though C.C.S.U. Professors consider teaching their first calling. They produce excellent scholarly works that not only enliven the classroom but also contribute to the advancement of knowledge. C.C.S.U. Faculty published books on teaching, school violence, experimental psychology, Irish immigration, Connecticut & the Civil War, a dictionary of world philosophy, LEAN management, development communication, family therapy, and modernism and history. Testifying to the importance of faculty scholarship, prominent national media, from M.S.N.B.C. to the Discovery Channel, from USAToday to The New Yorker, and The Chronicle of Higher Education, have relied on the academic expertise of our faculty for insightful, expert commentary. C.C.S.U. President Jack Miller's annual "America's Most Literate Cities" survey brings widespread coverage nationally and internationally, reaching an audience of well over 100 million. The college guide book, Great Colleges for the Real World: Get in, Get out, Get a Job, selected C.C.S.U. As one of the "best 200 colleges" in the nation. Recognizing the University's many community engagement activities, The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designated C.C.S.U. As one of the Foundation's Community Engagement Institutions. C.C.S.U. has more than 65,000 living alumni. Many work actively on C.C.S.U.'s behalf as volunteers supporting the University's efforts in admissions, career advising, communications, and fundraising. Although 85 percent remain in Connecticut, the University's alumni are also found throughout the nation and around the globe. C.C.S.U. Graduates are accomplished in richly diverse fields-successful industrialists and corporate leaders, award-winning teachers, path-breaking inventors, medical doctors, and distinguished novelists. They enjoy lives of accomplishment, personal satisfaction, and civic participation. C.C.S.U.'s undergraduate curriculum offers 100 majors in more than 80 fields of study--a breadth of programming that promotes students' post-graduate success in whatever career they choose. Programs range widely--liberal arts and sciences, teacher education, nursing, engineering, technology, the sciences, and business. The University also offers a wealth of special programs that enrich and further diversify educational opportunities. International and area studies and study abroad opportunities prepare C.C.S.U. Students to become global citizens, at home in the world and able to thrive in America's multicultural society. The University's global connections feature innovative learning partnerships with leading universities in nearly 40 countries worldwide. Covering 41 academic fields, the University's School of Graduate Studies offers a wealth of choices for enhancing careers or enriching minds. Students may pursue a Master of Arts or Master of Science degrees in a wide range of fields, the Master of Arts in Teaching, and the Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership degrees and certificate non-degree programs of study. The University's Co-Op program provides students with invaluable career-related work experiences plus the opportunity to make connections with potential employers, often leading to permanent employment. As part of their educational programs, many C.C.S.U. Students intern with local and area businesses and agencies. While students benefit from this opportunity to test classroom learning in the "real world," business owners and agency directors benefit from student labor valued in the millions of dollars. Sports are at the heart of C.C.S.U.'s active campus life and are a constant fun and recreation outlet. The University offers 18 N.C.A.A. Division I sports programs. The Blue Devil men's basketball, baseball, football, and golf teams and the women's soccer team have frequently been crowned Northeast Conference Champs and have earned berths in their N.C.A.A. Championship tourneys. The University also offers club and intramural sports teams and a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pool, and modern exercise equipment. With a campus of nearly 165 acres and some 40 buildings, C.C.S.U. It offers a welcoming and attractive campus, featuring state-of-the-art technologies, studying, relaxing, and enjoying friends. A state-leading commitment to environmental sustainability ensures the University's place among the finest educational institutions in Connecticut. Wireless access is available throughout the campus. The University offers ten residence halls, housing 23 percent of students. C.C.S.U. is located in a neighborhood on the northern edge of New Britain, 15 minutes from Hartford's state capital, and about two hours from New York City and Boston. C.C.S.U. Supports a comprehensive library designed to meet undergraduate and graduate students' needs and a faculty of serious scholars. Current holdings of books total more than 750,000 volumes, periodicals total over 3,000, and microform and other non-print materials total an additional 550,000 items. The library facility offers both individual and group study areas and is open over 112 hours per week during the academic year. The Library offers a wide range of electronic information services, including access to electronic journals, databases, and full-text resources. CONSULS (Connecticut State University Library System) is a shared library information system linking the four C.S.U catalogs. Libraries and the State Library of Connecticut. The Elihu Burritt Collection, an archive of books, articles, manuscripts, pamphlets by and about the New Britain blacksmith who became a linguist, educator, humanitarian, and a U.S. consul, provides a clear view of mid-19th-century America. Connecticut Polish American Archive (C.P.A.A.) presents documents related to the history of the Polish American community, emphasizing the history of the Polish Americans in Connecticut and New England. The Equity Archive Collection comprises substantial holdings on women, feminism, and sexuality and includes holdings from the libraries of the George W. Henry Foundation, the Hartford Women's Center, and the Audrey Beck Learning in Equity (A.B.L.E.) Archives. The Library is also a repository for the John Woodcock "Lemon Law" collection, as part of the emerging Center for Public Policy and Practical Politics.

Friendly, affordable, and convenient – three hallmarks that make Athens State University a great place to continue your education. At Athens State, we understand that career opportunities rest on your college education. Over 3,000 students each semester select Athens State because of this friendly environment where over 50 different degree programs are taught by understanding and quality faculty. Whether you work full or part-time or are a full-time student, Athens State offers a course schedule to meet your needs, whether it be a day, night, weekend, or distance courses. Because nearly every student is from North Alabama or Southern Tennessee, you will attend class with people you know. Do not find yourself being just another student number. Consider Athens State University. Athens State University will be the premier destination for transfer students seeking the highest quality education and cutting-edge delivery at the most affordable cost. As the upper-division University in Alabama, building on a tradition that began in 1822, Athens State University will be the catalyst for positive change in its students' lives. The university advances the best interests of its students and the State of Alabama through teaching, service, research, and other creative activities to empower students to make valuable contributions in their professional, civic, educational, and economic endeavors. Through innovative communication and course delivery for high-quality undergraduate and select graduate programs, Athens State University provides a supportive environment for each student, demonstrating the importance of the diverse and interdependent nature of our state and society. Athens State University changes the face of Alabama by changing the lives of its students. Athens State offers a wide variety of college majors, minors, and certificate programs to prepare you for the workplace's challenges. Many are available entirely online to meet the needs of your busy schedule. Athens State is dedicated to its traditions of building a brighter, more prosperous future for our students, our state, and our world. Our faculty members are committed to teaching students in ways that will best prepare them for rewarding careers. We seek to admit and enroll students who have demonstrated their commitment to learning. For admission decisions, we consider grades and test scores, of course, but we also consider the experiences and talents that a student will share with our community. You can choose from more than 50-degree options. Athens State is affordable and accessible by offering a wide range of merit and need-based scholarships and financial aid. The Office of Campus Security supports the university's mission by maintaining a reasonably safe and secure environment conducive to active learning, teaching, studying, and working. A professional core of Security Officers, an integral part of the campus community, protects persons and property through crime and emergency prevention activities, incident response, ID services, parking and traffic control, facilities access, and dispatch communications. The office is also responsible for maintaining and reporting crime statistics for the university as mandated by the Campus Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990. In December of 1822, a group of citizens from Athens, Alabama, had a vision for an institute of higher learning to serve the educational needs of the women in the community. After five acres of land was purchased and a single building was built, Athens Female Academy was born. The storied history that would eventually lead to the creation of Athens State University began. In 1842, ownership of the school was transferred to the Tennessee Conference of the Methodist Church. With the switch, Athens Female Academy became Athens Female Institute. This name remained throughout the Civil War conflict and through the birth of the North Alabama Conference of the Methodist Church in 1870 when the institution came under the jurisdiction of that body. Following this transfer to the newly formed conference, the name was again changed to Athens Female College in 1889. As the only institution in Alabama offering upper-division educational services, Athens State University continues to enjoy the essential and unique position it has always occupied within the community. With a firm history upon which to build its foundation, Athens State's colorful past has supplied the institution with the tools necessary to continue serving Alabama far into the future. The strategic planning process at Athens State University provides direction, objectives, goals, benchmarks, and actions that ensure the university's advancement both internally and externally. In compliance with the Board of Trustee's Strategic Direction Policy and the Strategic Planning operating policy established by the President, the Strategic Planning Committee seeks broad-based input in the development and implementation of strategic goals and plans. The university's vision, mission, and goals statements ultimately serve as the foundation for strategic planning. The primary mission of Institutional Research and Assessment Services (IRAS) is to assist and support institutional planning, management, policy formulation, and decision-making, through the systematic collection, analysis, evaluation, and dissemination of valid and reliable information.

The mission of Kansas State University is to foster excellent teaching, research, and service that develop a highly skilled and educated citizenry necessary to advancing the well-being of Kansas, the nation, and the international community. The university embraces diversity, encourages engagement, and is committed to discovering knowledge, the education of undergraduate and graduate students, and improvement in the quality of life and standard of living of those we serve. Kansas State University is a comprehensive, research, land-grant institution serving students and the people of Kansas, the nation, and the world. Since its founding in 1863, the university has evolved into a modern institution of higher education, committed to quality programs, and responsive to a rapidly changing world and an increasingly diverse society's aspirations. Together with other major comprehensive universities, K-State shares responsibilities for developing human potential, expanding knowledge, enriching cultural expression, and extending its expertise to individuals, business, education, and government. These responsibilities are addressed through an array of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, research and creative activities, and outreach and public service programs. Its land-grant mandate, based on federal and state legislation, establishes a focus on its instructional, research, and extension activities, which is unique among the Regents' institutions. Through quality teaching, the university is committed to providing all students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills characteristic of an educated person. It is also pledged to prepare students for successful employment or advanced studies through various disciplinary and professional degree programs. To meet these intentions, the institution dedicates itself to providing academic and extracurricular learning experiences that promote and value both excellence and cultural diversity. K-State prepares its students to be informed, productive, and responsible citizens who actively advance cultural, educational, economic, scientific, and socio-political undertakings. Research and other creative endeavors comprise an essential component of K-State's mission. All faculty members contribute to the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge, applications, and products. These efforts, supported by public and private resources, are conducted in an atmosphere of open inquiry and academic freedom. Essential to this mission's pursuit is the university's commitment to broad-based programs in graduate education at both the master's and doctoral levels. Faculty, staff, and administrators share their expertise through service to the university and disciplinary organizations via outreach, engagement, and extension-related activities. Their work supports numerous projects related to the goals, missions, or aspirations of the departments, colleges of the university, and the members of the professional community. Through outreach and engagement initiatives, partnerships are established with various stakeholders to translate knowledge and basic research into applications that address public needs. These service activities are integrally related to the land-grant mission. The extension is governed by Kansas statutes that empower elected county councils and district governing boards with authority and responsibility to assess needs and conduct a local educational program in cooperation with Kansas State University and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). A network of local extension professionals and volunteers link Kansas State University faculty, the National Cooperative Extension System, to the USDA, which produces high-quality educational programs. If the proof is in the numbers, our case is clear. K-Staters are known for aiming high and then looking even higher from first-year students to tenured professors to entire departments. K-State is consistently ranked in the top 10 for many prominent Princeton Review rankings. We boast some of the highest numbers of national scholars in a public university, and our experts are called on to solve problems worldwide. How do you know if you are Wildcat material? It is easy. Wildcats are family. We are welcoming and inclusive. We believe in the greater good. We are the first to volunteer for demanding tasks. We love a challenge. We think before we act, and our actions are rooted in integrity and compassion. Being a Wildcat means taking chances to solve complex global challenges while still taking the time to do the simple things that make a big difference, like smiling at a stranger. No matter who or where you are, there is a place for you at K-State. We want to give you the tools you need to have an unforgettable college experience, land your dream job, and help change the world for the better. That is the Wildcat Way. It does not matter if you ask a long-time professor, recent graduate, passionate alum, or a fresh-eyed freshman. Pick a member of the K-State community at random and ask him or her what it means to be a Wildcat, and you will most likely get a one-word answer: Family. K-Staters consider themselves family, and that belief shines through contributions as diverse as our members. Researchers invent solutions to problems that could save a life halfway across the world, and students band together on a Saturday morning for community service. Thousands of Wildcat fans pack our stadiums shouting in unison, and our leadership guides us in ways befitting the obligations of a land-grant university. These obligations could be considered our family values, and the many ways we achieve them are the Wildcat Way. We invite you to come along for the ride because there is always room for one more in the K-State family.

The Metropolitan State University of Denver has transformed the lives of more than 90,000 people in Denver and Colorado through affordable degree programs, innovative public-private partnerships, and a commitment to diversity. That is why MSU Denver now stands not only as a preeminent public urban university but also as a bastion of the American dream. At the Metropolitan State University of Denver, we believe that every student should have an opportunity to better their life. And we know that higher education is the critical factor in upward economic and social mobility. That is why we offer the highest-quality education at the lowest tuition rate in Colorado. Our students come from every background and experience. We have veterans looking to re-establish themselves in the workforce, first-generation college students trying to do a little better than their parents, and plenty of people who want to change directions in their careers. They may have taken a zig-zagging path to get to college, but they find their way here and leave as Roadrunners. We graduate Fulbright scholars, award-winning novelists, noted academics, pioneering scientists, and many others at the top of their fields. And that is further proof of why we need to give every student a fair shot, why we do not define ourselves by whom we exclude, but by whom we include. Because every student has the potential to be something or someone more generous, to move up the social and economic ladder, in short, to achieve the American dream, we hope you will join us as we work to become the model urban University for opportunity, diversity, excellence, and transformation. In the early days of the University, students dubbed themselves “Roadrunners” because they sprinted across downtown Denver’s busy streets to get to classes. In 1974, students named the Roadrunner the University’s mascot. But over the years, the MSU Denver Roadrunner has come to signify more, including the fighting spirit shared by every graduate of the University. MSU Denver’s commitment to the metropolitan Denver community is evidenced by our off-campus exhibition space, public-private partnerships, and a wide array of workforce-ready internships. These opportunities build academic and professional qualifications while offering industries trained workers with up-to-the-minute skills. The Center for Visual Art (CVA), located in the Art District on Santa Fe, is the off-campus exhibition space of Metropolitan State University of Denver. In addition to showing significant contemporary art worldwide, the award-winning CVA is a division of the MSU Denver Department of Art, which is dedicated to providing an unparalleled urban learning environment and a strong sense of community within the local art scene. The Hotel and Hospitality Learning Center (HLC) is a distinct combination of a higher education classroom building, a teaching laboratory, a commercial hotel — SpringHill Suites by Marriott — and a conference space. Students from MSU Denver, along with full-time professionals with Sage Hospitality serving as mentors, work together to provide a truly unique learning environment and a successful revenue-generating venture for the University. The Detroit Institute of Music Education (DIME) and MSU Denver through DIME Denver offers accredited bachelor’s degrees in commercial music performance, commercial songwriting, and music industry studies. This exclusive educational partnership is grounded in both music and liberal arts studies, allowing aspiring musicians to pursue music careers while simultaneously working towards their bachelor degrees. MSU Denver is a full member of the National Association of Music (NASM). Aerospace and Engineering Sciences brings together civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering technology, computer information systems, and computer sciences in a new $60 million facility opened in June 2017. It includes Colorado’s only Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute. Funding came from the state Capital Development Fund, University construction dollars, and private donations. The new building will house York Space Systems, Hartwig, Inc., and EyesSat LLC, all of which will collaborate with faculty and students. Quality academics play the most significant role in your college education. However, you can learn so much more from the entire college experience – especially one that’s infused by a proper urban learning environment where connections and influence go way beyond the edge of campus. It is essential to file your FAFSA early as we may request additional information from you and your parents to complete your financial aid file.MSU will award funds to students who have applied for aid, complete their files, and meet all eligibility requirements. The amount of financial aid you are offered could depend, in part, on the date, you completed your financial aid file. Early applicants have a better chance of being offered more types of financial aid, depending on need. All admitted MSU Denver students would receive an acknowledgment email once we have received their FAFSA each year. Be sure to check your MSU Student Hub for essential updates. MSU Denver cares about the safety and security of our community. In partnership with the Auraria Higher Education Center (AHEC), we take strides to protect and inform our community about pertinent matters related to crime prevention and safety on campus and near the campus. The information provided on this site is intended to educate students, faculty, staff, and visitors about our University and campus safety and security measures.

Georgia State University, an enterprising public research university, transforms students' lives, advances the frontiers of knowledge, and strengthens the workforce of the future. The University provides outstanding education and exceptional support for students from all backgrounds. Georgia State readies students for professional pursuits, educates future leaders, and prepares citizens for lifelong learning. Enrolling one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, the University provides educational opportunities for tens of thousands of students at the graduate, baccalaureate, associate, and certificate levels. Georgia State's scholarship and research focus on solving complex issues ranging from the most fundamental questions of the universe to the most challenging issues of our day. The University's faculty's scholarly work and artistic expression create new knowledge, extend the boundaries of imagination, and enhance student learning. The University's presence in the Atlanta metropolitan area provides extraordinary experiential learning opportunities and supports faculty's work tackling the challenges of an urbanizing nation and world. Atlanta, Georgia's capital and largest city, is the leading cultural and economic center of the American Southeast with a diverse population in a metropolitan area exceeding five million. Rich in history and attractions, Atlanta was the seat of the Civil Rights Movement and now boasts more than a dozen Fortune 500 companies, numerous consulates and effective nonprofits, thriving arts and sports scenes, and one of the nation's most significant concentrations of government bodies and agencies. While Hartsfield-Jackson, the world's busiest airport, provides easy connections to the rest of the nation and globe, Atlanta enjoys uncommon access to economic opportunity and quality of life with the cost of living significantly lower than larger metropolitan cities. Just two hours from the Appalachian Mountains and four to the Atlantic coast, Atlanta offers a comfortable and balanced urban experience suitable for any lifestyle. Join a student organization, participate in community service opportunities, use the Recreation Center, or hang out in the Student Center between classes. Through the health and wellness programs, the Division of Student Affairs offers a complete range of personal and academic counseling and medical services to support our students' physical and emotional health and overall well-being. The Georgia State policy library houses the official collection of institutional policies that affect the university community members across all colleges and divisions. The colleges, schools, divisions, and departments of the University may have additional policies that govern their operations, and such policies are not housed in the Georgia State policy library. The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is responsible for overseeing the policy management process. Ranked alongside MIT and Stanford as one of the most innovative institutions in the country, Georgia State is on the move and the rise. Few institutions have come so far, so fast. We are recognized as a national leader in student success. We have one of the fastest-growing research profiles in the country. We are changing the way our students are learning, helping them graduate faster, be more productive, and save millions on the pathway to their degrees. It is no wonder that The Washington Post called us a "hotbed of growth and innovation. With seven campuses throughout metro Atlanta, the University provides its world-class faculty and more than 51,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century's great global cities. A national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds, Georgia State provides a rich experience with award-winning housing, hundreds of student clubs and organizations, and one of the country's most diverse student bodies. Students, faculty, and alumni enjoy a unique campus personality and culture based on ambition, hard work, dedication, and perseverance. The Recreation Center offers intramurals, sports clubs, aerobics, personal training, outdoor trips, aquatic activities, and much more. The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security, and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, and neighbors. Georgia State boasts one of the most massive university police forces in the state, with 70 officers downtown and 117 officers across all six metro Atlanta campuses. The department offers various services, including crime prevention, emergency management, essential control, and safety escorts. Campus police also partner with Atlanta Police Department (APD) officers to patrol Georgia State's downtown campus and respond to emergencies. The University is investing in strategic partnerships with APD and other agencies to promote greater awareness and security and has one of the lowest reported crime rates among college campuses in Georgia. When an immediate life-threatening event or weather situation occurs, the Panther Alert system will trigger alerts through various communications channels, including email, text, phone calls, and social media posts. The University also sends text messages about crime incidents that affect the university community, such as armed robberies, shootings, or assaults. The next option is opt-in, and we encourage all community members to sign up for alerts. When an incident of violent crime occurs on campuses, such as an armed robbery or assault, the University will activate a timely email notice to Georgia State's students, faculty, and staff. These crime reports contain a description of the incident, including the date, time, and location of the incident and precautions to take. The University will also provide updates on social media.

Ferris State University is a mid-sized four-year public university known for its quality of instruction and extensive selection of academic programs, ranging from the associate to doctoral degrees, offered through eight degree-granting colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Services, Engineering Technology, Health Professions, Kendall College of Art and Design, Michigan College of Optometry, and Pharmacy. The university's main campus is located in scenic Big Rapids, Michigan. The university strives to align its practices and resources to support its core values of collaboration, diversity, ethical community, excellence, learning, and opportunity. Ferris' mission is to prepare students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and career-oriented, broad-based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society. Ferris equips students to contribute to a changing world by offering a challenging, adaptive curriculum that consists of a unique blend of technical and professional programs based in traditional academic areas and driven by industry demand. Its many and varied program offerings include several degrees that are unique in Michigan or the United States. Students at Ferris have unparalleled access to faculty due to their low student-faculty ratio and small class sizes, which promote more engaging instruction, one-on-one career advice, and professional connections. Courses at Ferris State are taught by credentialed, dedicated instructors who have real-world experience in their fields and provide relevant, adaptive coursework emphasizing hands-on learning. Ferris is committed to ensuring that students gain real-world skills outside of the classroom. The university works with numerous external partners, including alumni, industry, and professional leaders, for program direction and networking advantages. It also requires program-related internships in most of its degree programs. As a result, most students enrolled in Bachelor's or more advanced degree programs participate in internships that support their personal and professional growth. Ferris serves students from many different backgrounds and regions and provides access to educational opportunities through a traditional, residential college experience on the university's main campus in Big Rapids or its statewide locations, online learning, and partnerships with community colleges and career technical centers. More than any institution in the state, Ferris State has connected with Michigan community colleges, creating partnerships on multiple campuses and expanding its online offerings to allow students to complete coursework at their local community colleges toward a Ferris degree. More students choose to transfer to Ferris than any other university in Michigan. Ferris offers a unique transfer process that allows students to build on their education with little or no credit loss. Some Ferris majors are offered at no other university in Michigan or the United States. More than 180 undergraduate and graduate majors include 2-year degrees that "ladder" into 4-year, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees, eight master's degrees, and Doctorates of Education, Optometry and Pharmacy. Here at Ferris State University, classes are taught by professors - not graduate assistants. The great majority of those classes are taught in small groups, not big lecture halls. You're unique. We think your education should be, too. Ferris students are an essential part of the university workforce. There are over 2000 student employees on campus working in several diverse areas. Our goal is to help students find employment to learn transitional job skills to help them when they graduate. Working while attending Ferris also helps students earn income to assist them with their educational expenses. Having a part-time job is a great way to help limit your student loans. Effective as of the fall of 2017, Ferris State University has implemented a revised General Education program. All students declaring an academic major in fall 2017 or later must fulfill the revised General Education requirements. Students declaring a major before fall 2017 remain under the aegis of the old General Education requirements. In many respects, General Education at Ferris will seem very familiar to you. However, there are new requirements for Collaboration and Problem solving for all Bachelor's degree programs. These courses exist in each program at Ferris and will not add any additional cost or time to the degree. New student learning outcomes (FLOs) have been defined for all eight Core Competencies, and a comprehensive assessment plan has been created to evaluate student proficiency in these critical skills. The West Michigan English Language Institute (WMELI) provides English language instruction to non-native speakers to successfully develop essential English language skills to pursue their academic and career goals successfully. It also fosters global awareness, intercultural communication, and appreciation of diversity among students, faculty, and staff. Courses are offered at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Students are welcome to begin their English studies in the Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters. However, all students who wish to enter the WMELI must be present for the International Student Orientation. Our mission in the Office of International Education is to provide students with study abroad opportunities that foster their academic, social, and personal growth. By studying abroad, students will be immersed in a different culture through many types of programs ranging from semester experiences to short-term faculty programs.sychology program received initial accreditation by the APA in 1991. The Accrediting Commission accredits fielding Graduate University for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

California State University, Northridge, exists to enable students to realize their educational goals. The University's priority is to promote the welfare and intellectual progress of students. To fulfill this mission, we design programs and activities to help students develop the academic competencies, professional skills, critical and creative abilities, and ethical values of learned persons who live in a democratic society, an interdependent world, and a technological age we seek to foster a rigorous and contemporary understanding of the liberal arts, sciences, and professional disciplines. We demonstrate excellence in teaching. We honor and reward high performance in learning, teaching, scholarship, research, service, and creative activity. Because our academic programs' quality is central to our mission, we encourage intellectual curiosity and protect the multiple expressions of academic freedom. We set the highest standards for ourselves in all of our actions and activities and support faculty, staff, and administrators' professional development. We assess our performance so that every area of university life will be continually improved and renewed. We recognize and reward our most significant distinction efforts and, through them, provide state and national leadership. We aspire to behave as an inclusive, cooperative community. Our behaviors, policies, and programs affirm every member of the university community's worth and personal dignity and contribute to a campus climate of civility, collegiality, tolerance, and reasoned debate. We seek partnerships with local schools, community colleges, businesses, government, and social agencies to advance our surrounding communities' educational, intellectual, artistic, civic, cultural, and economic aspirations. We seek to provide an environment conducive to innovation, experimentation, and creativity. We encourage all community members to take intellectual and creative risks and embrace changes that will enhance the fulfillment of the University's mission. California State University, Northridge, is inspired by the belief that our commitment to educational opportunity, inclusion, and excellence will extend America's promise to succeeding generations. Our graduates will be the vanguard of leaders for this century—committed to sustaining a democracy in which diverse people share in the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, proficient in applying technology to wise purposes, and dedicated to securing a humane world community and sustaining the bounty of the earth, as an institution of higher learning. CSUN Marketing and Communications is a full-service creative team that highlights the student, faculty, and alumni success stories that make the University one of its leading academic institutions. Our professional communicators work with all media, including on-campus publications, local, state, national and international press. Our staff issues media releases, assists with media events, and handles all its strategic communications. Our office also maintains a list of faculty experts who can provide informed comments on timely topics. Our emergency communications systems are used to immediately notify the campus community of significant emergency or dangerous situations involving an immediate threat to the health or safety or students, staff, or faculty. We will use various channels to tell you what you need to know and what you need to do to be safe. The Office of Admissions and Records promotes student success through services that begin with the application to Cal State Northridge and culminate with graduation. WHEN YOU APPLY, we communicate admissions criteria, timelines, and instructions to evaluate your course work, credit, and test scores and provide online tools to monitor and complete your application process. DURING YOUR STUDIES, we answer your questions, help you interpret university policies about enrollment, provide degree planning tools, maintain your student records, and verify enrollment and GPA. AS GRADUATION NEARS, we assist you with applying for the bachelor's degree and diploma, offer guidance to meet all degree requirements, and verify completion of those requirements. BEYOND GRADUATION, we maintain your permanent academic record. In many ways, Cal State Northridge began like many other Valley institutions: Trees were cleared, and foundations poured at sites that were once orange, lemon, or avocado groves. Hand-lettered signs gave directions to temporary buildings connected by plank pathways. However, before that humble start, there was a great deal of political maneuvering to ensure that a four-year college would even be located in the Valley. In 1952, state officials had initially been identified Baldwin Hills as the site of a satellite campus for Los Angeles State College (now Cal State Los Angeles). In reaction to the decision, Valley leaders organized to overturn the legislation successfully and to ensure later that a four-year college would be situated in the San Fernando Valley. On December 21, 1954, advocates for a Valley four-year college hosted 23 legislators for dinner at the Brown Derby on Wilshire Boulevard. Armed with demographic projections, they pitched the Valley as the only logical place for the next state college. The pitch worked. In 1955, state Assemblyman Judge Julian Beck sent the legislation for approval to purchase land in the north San Fernando Valley for a new satellite campus to Los Angeles State College.

Indiana State is dedicated to teaching and creating knowledge while maintaining its longstanding commitment to inclusiveness, community and public service, and access to higher education. We integrate teaching, research, and creative activity in an engaging, challenging, and supportive learning environment to prepare the world's productive citizens.Inspired by a shared commitment to improving our communities and inclusive excellence, Indiana State University will be known nationally for community engagement, experiential learning, and career readiness. At Indiana State, we integrate quality graduate programs with outstanding faculty and student research, internships, and clinical experiences. Also, the Center for Global Engagement, housed within the College, offers quality graduate and undergraduate education for international students and study abroad programs. Since the initiation of the first graduate program in 1927, the University has grown to offer more than 75 graduate programs in the University's colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Technology, and Health and Human Services. In addition to masters, specialist, and doctoral degrees, the University offers graduate certificate programs in concentrated areas of study, and professional development courses designed to fulfill continuing education requirements. The Office of Sponsored Programs, housed within the College of Graduate and Professional Studies, helps faculty and students fund their research from sources such as the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. The Center for Global Engagement, also housed within the College, offers quality graduate and undergraduate education for international students and study abroad programs. Indiana State University is designated a Doctoral/Research University. We are committed to undergraduate and graduate research as offered through our Center for Student Research and Creativity. Since 1865, we've stood up: For hard work. For solid values. For sycamore trees. And for you. We believe in public schools, public health, and the public good. We pursue happiness. Fairness. Opportunity. And the chance for every person to get an excellent education. That is why we offer more than 100 majors, 60+ online programs, and endless opportunities for our students (undergraduate and graduate). We challenge them to grow and learn inside and outside the classroom. And to make an impact on the community, whether right here in Terre Haute or halfway around the world. Indiana State University has a long history of increased diversity on its campus. Representing over 65 countries, our campus community recognizes the importance of maintaining an environment that not only recognizes individual differences but empowers our community to learn and grow from a culture that embodies inclusive excellence in all of its complexities. We hope you find this site to be resourceful as you explore what is taking place across campus and in the community related to inclusive excellence. Unity Strengthens Blue. Indiana State University offers more than 100 undergraduate majors. Optional minors are offered in more than 90 areas of study. Non-degree programs include certificate and licensure programs. The College of Graduate and Professional Studies has primary responsibility for graduate study and research at Indiana State. Also, the Center for Global Engagement, housed within the College, offers quality graduate and undergraduate education for international students and study abroad programs. We believe in the World Health Organization's (WHO) definition of Health: Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Our goal is to implement the WHO definition of health for individuals, families, and neighborhoods through creative teamwork that facilitates health equity and social wellness using a mindset that prioritizes respect for all people, the strength of diversity, and the power of joy. Recently ranked nationally No. 1 in public service by The Washington Monthly, the Center for Community Engagement connects Indiana State University to the community. We coordinate and support faculty and students' opportunities to learn and serve with community partners throughout the Wabash Valley and beyond. Indiana State University students often work in jobs on the University campus and in the Terre Haute community. Many benefits exist for students who can balance the demands of work and school. Students who successfully manage classroom and employment commitments are much more likely to impress employers by demonstrating strong time-management skills. Working on campus or in the community also helps students connect with resources which may help them with challenges in and out of the classroom. The Student Counseling Center (SCC) on campus provides counseling services to all registered students at Indiana State University. The counselors at the SCC provide confidential, culturally sensitive support dealing with the variety of personal concerns you may have. The mission of the Indiana State University Student Counseling Center is to provide ISU students with timely and effective mental health services that allow them to improve and maintain their mental well-being and, therefore, to meet their educational, personal, emotional, and psychological goals. We also provide outreach and consultation services that help create supportive learning and living environments, while at the same time addressing students' developmental needs to help them become useful and productive citizens.

California State University, Dominguez Hills, was founded in 1960; however, the campus sits on land with a long and rich history. The university's 346 acres were once a section of the first private land grant in Southern California—the Rancho San Pedro. Juan José Dominguez (1736-1809), a Spanish soldier, received the original grant of 75,000 acres in 1784 from King Carlos III of Spain. While much of the acreage has been sold and developed, portions remain in possession of Dominguez descendants. The site chosen for the university was known as the Dominguez Hills, named after the family. CSU Dominguez Hills offers a wide selection of great degrees that reflect today's in-demand fields. Our degree programs offer a well-rounded curriculum that combines rigorous academics with a practical education. CSUDH offers a wide selection of affordable degrees respected by leading employers and reflecting today's most relevant, dynamic, and in-demand fields. Our undergraduate majors, options, and concentrations and graduate degree programs and options, undergraduate certificate programs, and credential programs provide flexible options that allow you to customize your education to meet your academic and professional goals. Build a strong educational foundation with the CSUDH degree of your choice. Covering a wide range of fields and disciplines, CSUDH undergraduate degrees have many qualities in common: A rigorous and well-rounded curriculum, dedicated and expert faculty, unique research and internship opportunities, and practical education that prepares you for success beyond the classroom. Ready to advance your education? Tailored for working adults, CSUDH's graduate degree programs are designed to help you reach your professional and academic goals while balancing your other obligations. Graduate students collaborate closely with faculty mentors, learn in small, supportive cohorts, put classroom theory into workplace practice, and enjoy scholarships and grants. From necessary teaching credentials to service credentials, exceptional education credentials, and state certificates, CSUDH's credential programs will help you meet the requirements you need to become a qualified educator in California. California State University, Dominguez Hills, commits to connect with the communities we serve and to build partnerships in the surrounding South Bay region of Southern California. Being a valued member of the community is one of the university's highest priorities. We work to develop and enhance CSU Dominguez Hills' relations with a wide range of constituent groups – residents, businesses, civic organizations, governmental agencies, and local legislators – promoting mutual understanding, coordinating the campus's response to local public policy issues, and helping members of the community access the university's many resources. To successfully meet our mission and effectively serve our students and our community, CSU Dominguez Hills must find additional mechanisms to provide the high-quality physical learning environment necessary to educate our students and ensure CSUDH graduates have the knowledge and skills necessary to compete and succeed in their chosen fields. Academic buildings are critical to providing the foundational programs identified in the 1963 statewide master plan for higher education, including the sciences, business administration, education, and liberal arts. However, at CSU Dominguez Hills, such buildings are more than 40 years old. Since 2009, CSU Dominguez Hills has received no new state-funded buildings. Also, none of the temporary buildings from the 1960s have been replaced, and over the last 25 years, only two new state-funded buildings, Welch Hall and the Library addition, have been added to the campus. Foundational programs essential to high-quality academic instruction primarily reside in buildings constructed between 1963 and 1977 or in temporary buildings purchased by the campus. In order to best position the university to leverage our unique land assets and generate additional revenue that can assist in financing and renovating academic buildings and support other academic instructional needs, the university recently partnered with AEG (operator of sports and entertainment venues around the world, including the StubHub Center on land leased from the university) and the City of Carson to engage the Urban Land Institute (ULI). ULI is comprised of accomplished developers, real estate specialists, economic development consultants, architects, academics, and other land-use professionals to assess and provide expert, independent, timely, and unbiased input on university land development plans and opportunities via an approach referred to as a Technical Advisory Panel (TAP). Joining the CSUDH Greek community will allow you to meet many outstanding student leaders and become involved on campus and throughout the Los Angeles and South Bay communities. Membership in a fraternity or sorority helps foster friendships and creates many valuable networks to help you succeed in college. Greeks pride themselves on participating in experiences that highlight outstanding academics, culture, and social development, leadership, and service for and with others. The Greek community is one of the largest student-run organizations on campus. We invite you to experience one of our 17 organizations as you begin to explore options for involvement and leadership on campus. Each fraternity and sorority brings something unique to Greek Life. Whether it is philanthropy activities, campus leadership, or social programs, there are always opportunities for involvement.

California State University, Chico, is a comprehensive university principally serving Northern California, our state and nation through excellence in instruction, research, creative activity, and public service. The University is committed to assisting students in their search for knowledge and understanding and preparing them with the attitudes, skills, and habits of lifelong learning to assume responsibility in a democratic community and be useful members of a global society. California State University, Chico, sees its distinctive residential context as an opportunity to create an active, diverse, healthy, caring, innovative, and green learning and working environment. We aim to create a vital and collaborative living and learning experience for students, who will appreciate and embrace the local, regional, and global communities. We have a well respected and dedicated faculty, an excellent staff, committed leadership, and cutting-edge learning and information resources. All of these assets are placed within a beautiful and engaging physical environment. We are a place devoted to the academy's most fundamental tenets: reason, respect, civility, and community. We are a place where the passion of our commitments and clarity of our values find expression every day in the community of learning and serving we have fashioned. As indeed, as we are a special place of people and ideas, as boldly as we are the "University of the North State," we aspire to be the "University of Choice" for all those who wish to share our vision and values. California State University, Chico, is the second-oldest campus in the 23-member CSU system, its most extensive public university system. Its mission includes a broad commitment to environmental sustainability, public service, and community engagement throughout the 12-county North State region where the campus is located. The University became a Hispanic-Serving Institution in 2015. Chico State is a truly international institution. We welcome students and educators from over 40 countries around the world. Hundreds of our U.S. students choose to study abroad in 26 countries. The Office of International Education provides various support for degree-seeking and non-degree seeking international students, U.S. students studying abroad, and participants in International Training programs. We stand for academic freedom, the exploration of the frontiers of knowledge, and a strong sense of intellectual community characterized by reason, respect, civility, and openness. We share a commitment to academic excellence and will communicate high expectations to our students. We sought the purposeful integration of liberal and applied to learn and the provision of full access and equal opportunity for all our students to the knowledge, skills, and habits that form the basis for life-long learning, civic engagement, and enlightened service in a diverse society and global community. We promote active learning, curiosity, and the recognition that learning occurs in our classrooms, studios, laboratories, and beyond, through the co-curricular experience, service engagements, social interactions, and other expressions of a full and healthy student environment. John Bidwell donated his eight-acre cherry orchard to secure the northern branch of the State Normal School for Chico in 1887. The corner boundaries of his cherry orchard are marked today by planting cherry trees, each with a plaque that commemorates this gift. Construction began at Chico State Normal School, and the campus opened in 1889 with 90 students and five faculty members. The first class of teachers graduated in June 1891. Chico State Normal School became Chico State Teachers College in 1921. The college soon added a junior college curriculum and awarded a certificate after two years. In 1924 it began granting baccalaureate degrees. Two years after a fire destroyed the Normal Building in 1927, a new administration building was constructed on the site, later renamed Kendall Hall. The California legislature converted its colleges to state colleges in 1935, and Chico State Teachers College became Chico State College. During this period, chimes were installed in the Trinity tower, the first biological laboratory was established at Eagle Lake, and the University Farm was dedicated to the memory of Paul L. Byrne. Chico State also granted its first bachelor of science and master's degrees. California State University. In 1972, the college became California State University, Chico. Academic departments and programs, previously grouped by schools, were reorganized into colleges, and, in 1982, the campus was dedicated as an arboretum. The campus proper is 119 acres. The University also manages 800 acres of farmland, 240 acres of rangeland, and 2,330 acres of ecological reserves.CSU, Chico has come a long way since its founding in 1887. The frontiers of knowledge and teaching tools have expanded beyond the imagination of the Normal school's first students. Nevertheless, as the 125th-anniversary events remind us, CSU, Chico is a place of enduring traditions and growth and transformation. The numbers in the sidewalks at the entrance to Kendall Hall cover time capsules prepared by each class year. This tradition was discontinued in 1969 but rekindled in 2000 with the Associated Students and the Alumni Association's help. Ever since each year, alumni from past decades are invited to campus during Founders Week to witness the opening of their classes' time capsule and reminisce about their days on campus.

Ball State University is the one to watch. Propelled by an innovative, immersive approach to education and guided by exact and enduring values, Ball State University is on the minds and in the hearts of every potential student, elected official, and community leader. We are a source of pride for alumni and our community. There is more to Ball State University than you may think. While we are proud of our roots as a Teachers College, we have grown far beyond them. Ball State is a world-class university. Our students and alumni are designing extreme weather shelters, providing animation for major motion pictures, hold key positions in major media and news organizations, and are winning songwriting competitions, to name just a few. We empower faculty, staff, and students because responsibility is assumed. We encourage them to take risks because we believe failure is a step closer to success. We insist faculty and students be learning partners because we understand the quest for knowledge and greater understanding is a shared experience. They are given freedom and flexibility and are expected to be engrossed and persistent. We know flying is challenging, but it's also exhilarating. So we foster a culture that believes in students, faculty, and staff, and we demand they believe in themselves. Seven academic colleges are featuring some of the most advanced educational facilities. Residence halls that combine emerging technology with an environmentally friendly design. Athletic venues that host NCAA Division I teams. Libraries.Food courts. Not to mention landmarks such as Beneficence, Shafer Tower, and Frog Baby. There's a lot to take in on our vibrant campus. The best way to experience it all is to schedule a visit. Or take our virtual tour to see highlights online, including 360-degree views of our student recreation center and residence hall rooms. Our seven academic colleges provide an excellent education, and our students have access to top-notch technology from day one. We offer about 190 bachelor's degree programs, over 130 minors, and more than 140 graduate programs. Our centers and institutes support our students' education throughout campus, produce nationally recognized research, serve our neighbors near and far, and strive in countless other ways to change the world around us. Get the intimacy, attention, and challenge of a small liberal arts college amid a larger university through our Honors College. You will fuel your intellectual curiosity with a robust curriculum while connecting with classmates through life-changing out-of-class opportunities. Ball State considers all international undergraduate freshmen and transfers applicants for scholarships. No separate scholarship application is needed. You have hundreds of student organizations to choose from and dozens of events to attend every week. Greek life encourages academic success, builds lifelong friendships, and more. In one year, about 3,000 student volunteers provided 60,000 service hours to 140 community partners. Whether you plan to participate or observe, our music ensembles and theatre productions showcase our students' and professors' talents. Visit our art museum to take in exhibits from around the world, or if you'd like to see what our students can do, head to the Atrium Gallery. Plus, Emens Auditorium pulls in some of the country's biggest acts. Cheer on our 19 NCAA Division I teams or join one of our intramural teams and sports clubs. Our recreation center houses some of the most impressive athletic and exercise facilities you'll find in the Midwest, and we offer dozens of fitness classes and programs. We promote a culture of respect and civil discourse at Ball State—our Beneficence Pledge says so. We value all community members' intrinsic worth—we expect everyone to participate in and contribute to our collegial environment. Ball State's tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship is rooted in the late 19th century when Muncie business leaders envisioned a local college to boost its development. Among the visionaries were Frank C. Ball and his brothers, young New York industrialists who moved to Muncie, looking to expand their glass container business. A small, private teacher training school opened in 1899. After the community's efforts to sustain the college failed, the Ball brothers purchased the defunct institution's land and buildings and donated them to the State of Indiana. This gift became the Indiana State Normal School Eastern Division, which opened in 1918 to meet Indiana's need for more and better teachers. In recognition of the Ball family's generosity, the Indiana General Assembly changed the school's name to Ball Teachers College in 1922 and then Ball State Teachers College in 1929. The winged statue Beneficence stands on the campus as a tribute to the family. This and other landmarks from Ball State's early years are featured in our historical walking tour of the Old Quadrangle. Today, Ball State's entrepreneurial spirit continues to shine through numerous expansions and additions of degree offerings, technological resources, immersive learning opportunities, community outreach projects, and state-of-the-art facilities. These investments prepare bright students to take advantage of current and emerging job opportunities, meet society's most pressing needs, and serve the communities in which they will live and work.

The students, faculty, and staff at Boise State University are known for their grit and ambition. While we may be most famous for our iconic Blue Turf, we have built a metropolitan doctoral research university in the Northwest, with our faculty and student researchers working to answer some of the most intriguing questions facing us today. Students stand with us in the lab, in the field, as part of the learning and discovery process. You see, Boise State’s faculty and staff are guided by one simple but powerful conviction: our students are the future leaders, thinkers, and innovators of the American West, and that future begins in the classrooms of our campus, situated in the heart of BOISE, IDAHO, across the river from downtown, at the intersection of the region’s centers of government, technology, business, and the arts. On-campus, we prime students to jump into Boise’s rapidly growing professional and cultural scene, not only by their proximity to our state’s capital and bustling downtown core but also by the SUPERIOR EDUCATION they receive Boise State. Recently we have significantly revamped our undergraduate experience to make students more career-ready. When you seek the opportunities of a big city and the excitement of the great outdoors, when you push the boundaries of academics and crave the thrill of athletics when you combine information and imagination with dreams of changing the world, and when you can float down the river and finish in four, you do not just go to Boise State. You begin an adventure. Start your new adventure at Boise State University. From world-renowned faculty to cutting edge research. From individualized attention from advisors and mentors to a vibrant community. Boise State thrives on innovation and excellence. Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and discipline-specific accreditations, Boise State offers more than 120 undergraduate programs and 82 graduate programs. Boise is a hub for entrepreneurs and innovators. With low unemployment and one of the highest growth rates, Boise State graduates find many internships and practical training opportunities during their studies. Boise State has been recognized as one of the top three universities in the country for Outdoor Adventure and flies fishing — you can hook a trout in the shadow of Bronco Stadium. A walk or ride down the Greenbelt takes you past swimming holes, a whitewater park for kayakers and surfers, and the ballpark where future Colorado Rockies take their first professional swings as BOISE HAWKS. If you head the other direction, you will see hundreds of floaters and tubers on hot summer days, cyclists, stand-up paddle-boarders, and rock climbers who take to the cliffs above the Boise River. Into food? Boise hosts two FARMERS’ MARKETS Downtown, and a growing menu of local and national restaurant options from food trucks and steak houses to unique international cuisine. We are supportive of local business and commerce while growing a healthy mix of economic development and industry. Boise is the home of the four-day TREE FORT MUSIC FEST and groups like the IDAHO DANCE THEATRE, one of the local arts groups that join acclaimed international traveling performers using the MORRISON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, right here on our campus. Families enjoy Boise’s schools, low costs, and low crime rates — and many find comfortable homes among our diverse religious communities. Moreover, our many cultures love to share: from the Jewish Deli Days to the Greek and Russian food festivals to the massive gathering of Basques from around the world held every five years in Boise. The city loves to come together for special events. Boise’s local companies make microchips and memory sensors, solar-powered streetlights, and wireless hotspots. They make some of the world’s most renowned trout fly reels and most reliable and durable whitewater rafts. We are the home of the Pacific Northwest’s largest aircraft services company and one of the country’s leading manufacturers of diesel-electric light and massive rail engines. Moreover, many of these companies are powered by Boise State innovations and employees. More than 600 Bronco alumni work at MICRON TECHNOLOGY, for example. Boise State graduates make up the entire international foods division at the J.R. SIMPLOT CO. Our computer science students are in such demand that by the time they finish their third year, about 90 percent of them have locked down local internships – many with job offers to wait for them when they graduate. That entire department is moving into the heart of downtown (which is just a few blocks away from campus) because tech and civic leaders find the program and its students such a valuable part of this industry. Boise State alumni, students, faculty, and staff are driving forces behind Boise’s visual arts scene, the famous outdoor IDAHO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL, and the edgy BOISE CONTEMPORARY THEATRE. Moreover, the relationship between the arts community and campus is poised to take another leap soon with creating a new Fine Arts Building along Boise State’s main entrance, just across the bridge from the BOISE ART MUSEUM and the rest of the city’s cultural district.

Bowling Green State University provides educational experiences inside and outside the classroom that enhance the lives of students, faculty and staff. Students are prepared for lifelong career growth, lives of engaged citizenship and leadership in a global society. Within our learning community, we build a welcoming, safe and diverse environment where the creative ideas and achievements of all can benefit others throughout Ohio, the nation and the world. Each of the significant areas of study at Bowling Green State University holds high and explicit expectations for student learning these expectations are embodied in learning outcomes for each of the majors. Even though the learning outcomes are necessarily different from primary to major all share fundamental educational values, which are described by the University Learning Outcomes. Our campuses offer the benefits of a major university, with the personal, teaching-centered feel of a small college. A place where students can Belong. We are all committed to providing a unique BG Experience, which starts with your first visit to campus. Caring faculty, personalized career planning and opportunities to lead – while serving others – means you can Stand Out from the crowd. In fact, BGSU is a No. 1 public university for student engagement, according to The Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education. From our facilities, which include next-generation teaching and learning spaces, to our unique program offerings, you’ll find a unique balance of individual learning and world-class resources that prepare you to compete and succeed after graduation. The Falcon Internship Guarantee, for example, ensures all BGSU students have the opportunity to participate in an internship/co-op or other experiential learning activity. And with that experience, our graduates are prepared to Go Far, engaged in fulfilling careers and leadership in a global society. According to a national ranking by The Economist, BGSU is first among public universities in Ohio for boosting the earnings of our graduates 10 years after college. Our rankings, including being named as the most affordable of Ohio’s top-ranked colleges by Business Insider and our status as U.S. News & World Report tier-one national University, are only part of our story. BGSU continues to move forward with significant momentum. Our success is due to the hard work and accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends guided by the University’s vision, mission, and core values. Since our Strategic Plan’s initial adoption in 2009, the plan has been updated periodically to reflect significant changes inside and outside the institution in our spirit of innovation and as a national model for a premier learning community. The seven goals of the strategic plan will continue to serve us well when viewed as a “living document” that proactively evolves to address future circumstances and opportunities. Throughout April and into early May, more than 500 students, faculty and staff participated in the forums and offered suggestions and feedback around the six core capabilities and competencies that are required for BGSU to reach its full potential. The Bowling Green State University community is charged with developing, sustaining, and extending living, learning, and working environments that are fair, inclusive and welcoming for all members of the BGSU family. It is with this initiative in mind that this informational website was designed in order to serve those individuals who are new to the area and who have the need for diverse resources that are important to their acclimation to their new home. All AIMS Scholars have a unique opportunity to strengthen their academic skills and to increase their likelihood for academic success in college. They will develop professional leadership skills required for advancement in mathematics and the sciences. The AIMS program has two scholarship packages with distinct requirements. The AIMS Standard scholarship is traditionally awarded to women and students of color with STEM majors. The AIMS BOSEF scholarship targets Ohio residents majoring in the following majors: chemistry, physics, biology, geology, environmental science, applied mathematics, engineering technology and with career goals related to renewable energy. Part of your success in college is dependent on the relationship you create with faculty mentors and academic advisors. The AIMS Program is designed to promote and strengthen these relationships. We assist BGSU faculty, staff and students as well as regional partners to manage the research funding process - from conception to completion. We oversee all pre-award activities and are authorized to submit proposals and to receive awards from all external sources on behalf of BGSU. We are proud to assist Bowling Green State University in their world-class research efforts and innovative programs. More and more students are discovering the advantages of a Bowling Green State University education. The sooner you apply, the sooner you’ll be able to start planning for the biggest adventure of your life. Apply to BGSU today, and get a head start on your future. At BGSU, we celebrate the diversity of our students in an atmosphere that encourages you to explore your cultural heritage. International students who choose BGSU will discover a welcoming community that challenges and supports students from all over the world. With more than 750 international students representing 77 countries, BGSU is committed to cultural diversity. BGSU is committed to expanding intercultural communication and shared understanding. We believe that the exchange of ideas, cultural perceptions and political and social attitudes can improve the quality of life for all students. International Programs & Partnerships at BGSU coordinates and promotes international student and faculty exchanges while stimulating awareness on campus and in the community.

Twenty-four campuses, 17,000 faculty, and staff, 100,000 students, a teaching hospital with 1 million patient visits a year, over one-half million active alumni, an online World Campus that empowers anyone to pursue an education—anytime, anywhere, and the largest student-run philanthropic organization on the planet. We teach students that the real measure of success is what you do to improve others' lives, and they learn to be hard-working leaders with a global perspective. We research to improve our lives. We add millions to the economy through projects in our state and beyond. We help communities by sharing our faculty expertise and research. Penn State lives close by no matter where you are. Our campuses are located from one side of Pennsylvania to the other. Students can take courses and work toward degrees online from anywhere globally with Internet service through Penn State World Campus. We support students in many ways, including advising and counseling services for school and life diversity and inclusion services, social media sites, safety services, and emergency assistance. Our network of more than a half-million alumni is accessible to students when they want advice and to learn about job networking and mentor opportunities and what to expect in the future. Through our alumni, Penn State lives all over the world. The best part of Penn State is our people. Our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends in communities near our campuses and across the globe are dedicated to education and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. As a prospective student, are you looking for a university that balances academic rigor with a student experience rich in opportunities? Look no further. Your years at Penn State will be an incredibly wonderful time when you will meet friends you will have for a lifetime. You will roll up your sleeves and work hard in your courses. Your efforts will help you succeed in your career and life. Out of the classroom? Clubs and organizations range from A to Z, including intramural and varsity sports. Entertainment and cultural events are happening all the time. Every campus is a lively, fun place to be. The diversity of our students and faculty creates an exciting mix of cultures. And you can discover even more diversity by participating in educational opportunities across the globe. Your contributions to the world will begin with your Penn State degree. Your experience and knowledge will form a foundation for the life you will build. Penn State is in the top 1 percent of universities worldwide. It has the largest alumni network in the nation. Founded in 1855, it combines academic rigor with vibrant campus life. Granted the highest rating for research universities by the Carnegie Foundation, Penn State teaches students to be leaders with a global perspective. Penn State is a leader in higher education and carries out its mission of teaching, research, and service with pride and focus on the future. Our leadership in administration, faculty, and staff make our mission come alive every day. The Board of Trustees reviews and approves the University's budget and guides general goals, policies, and procedures from a big-picture perspective. The President's office ensures that all aspects of the University are running smoothly and promotes general principles that students, faculty, and staff abide by for the long term. The University Faculty Senate represents the Penn State faculty with legislative authority on all its educational interests. We strive to celebrate diversity in all aspects of our educational and operational activities. Our strategic plans are designed to result in ongoing improvements that help prepare future generations of leaders. Our budget is an integral part of our strategic process. With over $800 million in annual research expenditures, Penn State ranks among the top 20 U.S. research universities and is one of only two institutions in the nation accorded land grant, sea-grant, sun grant space-grant status. As Pennsylvania's only land-grant University, Penn State has broad teaching, research, and public service mission. But that mission was not so grandly conceived in 1855, when the Commonwealth chartered it as one of the nation's first colleges of agricultural science, to apply scientific principles to farming. Centre County became the new college site in response to 200 acres from gentleman farmer and ironmaster James Irvin of Bellefonte. Founding President Evan Pugh drew on the scientific education he had received in Europe to plan a curriculum that combined theoretical studies with practical applications. Pugh and similar visionaries in other states championed Congressional passage of the Morrill Land-Grant Act in 1862. The act enabled states to sell federal land, invest the proceeds, and use the income to support colleges "where the leading object shall be, without excluding scientific and classical studies ... to teach agriculture and the mechanic arts [engineering] ... in order to promote the liberal and practical education of the industrial classes in all the pursuits and professions of life." The state legislature designated Penn State, the land-grant institution of Pennsylvania.