School of Professional Studies Strengths
- Unique and distinctive academic professional education programs
- High quality, personalized student advisement and mentoring by faculty
- Faculty of renown national, regional and state reputation and expertise who are highly committed to effecting student learning
- Exceptional adjunct faculty who come with specialized areas of expertise, research and experience.
- Extensive linkages to community and professional organizations
- Public schools
- Social service, non-profit and health agencies
- Hospitals and extended care facilities
- Comprehensive array teacher placements, clinical and field experiences with diverse populations
- Innovative and experiential community and school based activities involving both faculty and students
- Strong educational foundation in liberal arts and sciences
- Provision of small classroom environments that encourage active learning and interaction among students and faculty
- Flexible day, evening and summer course scheduling to fit the needs of individuals who are working, have child/parent care and other responsibilities.