| USC 101 | Introduction to University Education I | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Developmental and academic topics to assist students as they make well-informed decisions about majors. Topics include: transition issues between high school and college; community and diversity; major and career decision making; assessment of interests, skills, and values; available university resources; overview of university majors and minors as well as policies and procedures. FYC students only. Student cannot get credit for both USC 101 and 103. |
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| USC 102 | Introduction to University Education II | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: USC 101 |
| Continuation of USC 101; Emphasis on making a decision with respect to an undergraduate major. Credit may not be earned for both USC 102 and 104. FYC Students Only; Credit cannot be received for both USC 102 and 104. |
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| USC 103 | Introduction to University Education for Varsity Student Athletes I | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall Only |
| Introduction to University Education for Varsity Student Athletes I provides success strategies for first year student athletes at North Carolina State University. The course is designed to assist student-athletes with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the academic and personal challenges of university life and the increased responsibilities of adulthood, with special attention to the unique challenges and opportunities of student-athletes. Topics include: goal setting, time management, study skills, critical thinking, interaction with the faculty, NCAA and NCSU continuing eligibility, academic integrity, nutrition, and diversity. |
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| USC 104 | Introduction to University Education for Varsity Student-Athletes II | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Spring Only |
| Prerequisite: USC 103 |
| Introduction to University Education for Varsity Student-Athletes II will provide student-athletes with the skills necessary to promote informed decision making in choosing an appropriate major and exploring possible careers. Additional areas of career development, academic success, and personal development will also be addressed as they would relate to the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges that student-athletes face, as well as a review of NCAA and NCSU continuing eligibility. |
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| USC 110 | Freshman Advancement Seminar | UNITS: 1 |
| USC 110 provides an opportunity for a diverse student population to explore the question of race and cultural differences in a global society. This course requires that participants actively explore their biases and cultural prejudices for greater enlightenment. This course challenges sources of conventional information such as media outlets, empirical data and prevailing folklore. The course represents an opportunity to have a positive impact on the matriculation and graduation rate of diverse student populations through positive reinforcement, affirmation of cultural heritage and background. Freshman First Year Entering Students Only. |
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| USC 120 | SERV- Seminar Education for Military Veterans/Service Members | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| The USC 120 class will help military veteran/service members transition into the academic environment and campus community. Topics include academic success skills, academic culture, campus resources and student services. Military Veterans (Active and Veteran) |
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| USC 201 | Introduction to the World of Labor | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Summer |
| Examines the modern workplace, as well as its evolution over the past century. Students will study several issues relating to work, focusing on the power of work, expectations of the employer, as well as culture and conflicts in the workplace. Students will have the opportunity to integrate their learning with practical work experience. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from their workplace. This is a 5-week course. Must hold sophomore standing; course designed for students with minimal work experience. |
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| USC 210 | Introduction to College Tutoring | UNITS: 1 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| GPA 3.0 or higher. All enrolled students must be employed as UTC tutors. The purpose of the course is threefold: to introduce tutors to effective tutoring techniques based on educational research, to help tutors implement a variety of tutoring methods depending on the students' specific needs, and to guide tutors in self-evaluating their individual tutoring progress and goals. Departmental Approval Required. |
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| USC 220 | Leadership and the Resident Mentor | UNITS: 3 |
| Course will provide the student basic concepts of involvement theory, group development theory and community development relevant to residence hall living as a paraprofessional leader on the campus; the basic principles related to leadership with emphasis on how one de4velops and leads with their values, beliefs and attitudes and develop skills involving active listening, communication, conflict management and mediation techniques; basic program development and presentation skills; teaching pedagogy; and diversity issues. Some out of classroom activities are required. Departmental approval required. |
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| USC 298 | Special Topics in University Studies | UNITS: 1-3 - Offered in Fall Spring Summer |
| Special Topics in University Studies at the Undergraduate level for offering of courses on an experimental basis. |
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| USC 401 | Transitions for the College Graduate | UNITS: 3 - Offered in Fall and Spring |
| Focus on the unique transitions the student will face upon leaving college. Through a variety of formats, students will have the opportunity to explore several aspects of their post-baccalaureate lives and ways in coping with emerging careers, money management, extracurricular retirement, transitional issues, civic engagement, and continuing education opportunities. Explorations of these areas include specific emphasis on developing and refining interviewing skills, professional and personal networks, financial endeavors, and job application and selection. |
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