1997-1998 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705

Requirements for Graduation

Academic Life during the Freshman Year
During the Summer Orientation, as described in the section on orientation, students meet with faculty advisors to plan a program of courses for their first year. This careful planning considers students' individual preferences, the results of placement testing, and degree program requirements.

With a typical freshman academic schedule, students progress both in the universitywide Liberal Studies program and in their intended majors.

Three Liberal Studies courses are designed especially for freshmen, and all students are expected to complete these courses during their first year. The three are EN101: College Writing, HI195: History: The Modern Era, and one course from a list of Fine Arts selections.

College Writing enhances skills in written expression that are essential to success at the university. History: The Modern Era builds critical thinking skills and provides a foundation of knowledge for subsequent courses. Whichever fine arts course is chosen encourages an appreciative participation in campus cultural life.

Professors teaching these courses work cooperatively with each other and with Student Affairs Division staff to integrate class work with campus lectures and arts events. Study skills development and tutoring services are also provided as necessary.

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