2005/2006 Catalog
University of West Florida
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Table of Contents
Welcome
 Telephone Directory
 Academic Calendars
     Year 2005/2006
     Fall Semester 2005
     Spring Semester 2006
     Summer Semester 2006
University Mission
Accreditations
Degrees, Areas of Specialization,
Minors
Admissions
After Admission
Financial Assistance
Student Activities
Student Services and Resources
Tuition and Fees
Military and Veterans Information
Registration and Records
Academic Policies
Graduation and General Degree
Requirements
Public Service and Research Centers
College Mission Statements
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Master's Degree Programs
Specialist Degree Programs
Doctoral Degree Programs
Course Numbering System
Course Listings and Descriptions
Administration
Faculty
Index		 Course Listings/Descriptions

EDH-EDUCATION: HIGHER

EDH 5040        The American College Student:  Theories and Trends . . . . . 3(F,S)
Studies the characteristics of American college students, the effects of the college experience on their learning and personal development, learning and motivation theories that relate to the college student, and critical trends and learning issues for student affairs practitioners related to student services and student development. Will also provide opportunities to practice professional skills

EDH 6XXX       Budgeting, Finance, and Governance in Higher Education Pending Faculty Senate . . . . . 3(S,SS)
Will provide students with a theoretical and practical overview of budgeting, finance, and governance in higher education in general and student affairs specifically. Topics will include budget components and processes, the relationship of strategic planning to budgeting, models for financing the higher education enterprise, and comparative governance models

EDH 6405        Legal Issues in Higher Education . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Designed to provide students with overview of the legal issues involving the profession of student affairs in higher education. Through course instruction, the study of legal briefs, and assigned test readings, students will gain a basic understanding of the legal issues and principles that confront student affairs professionals. Not designed to provide legal training or advice. Admission to Teacher Education and permission are required

EDH 6634        Introduction to College Student  Personnel . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Provides a comprehensive introduction to college student personnel administration and its role in American higher education. Introduces philosophical and theoretical concepts; the history of modern student affairs work in higher education; the roles and functions of selected professionals in the field; a review of the skills and competencies required for the professions; and discussion of current issues and concerns relevant to college student services

EDH 6948        Internship in Higher Education . . . . . 1-3(F,S)
Supervised field study for applying specific knowledge and skills in one or more positions in higher education. Permission is required