Course Descriptions
Courses in Personal Awareness (PEAW)
PEAW 1190 Career Planning and Life Options
A systematic approach to developing decision-making skills and an orientation to the world of work. The focal point of the course is the student and his or her goals. Emphasis is on clarifying and formulating realistic career goals and an appropriate career plan and strategy to achieve these goals. Final course grade is credit/no-credit. One credit hour.
PEAW 1300 – The First Year Experience
Assists students in reaching their educational objectives. Interactive instructional methods promote the development of critical thinking skills and positive educational values. Students complete a personal assessment to enhance their understanding of communication and learning styles, lifestyle risks, and loci of control; learn to identify and use appropriate resources both on campus and within the community; acquire skills needed to promote study, personal wellness, goal setting and achievement; develop strategies to manage money, time and stress wisely; and participate in a service learning experience outside the classroom in a setting designed to foster community service. Final course grades are A, B, C and NC (No Credit). Three credit hours.
PEAW 1310 – Library Research and Resources
Basic techniques for using the library effectively. Use of information resources, including on-line catalog, computerized databases, bibliographies, and indexes. Attention to student’s individual subject needs. Three credit hours.
PEAW 1124, 2124, 3124, 4124 – Practicum Leadership Training
Designed to recognize and enhance the development of student leaders through an orientation to campus and community resources and through participation in service projects and social activities. Enrollment is restricted to students participating in official university leadership groups. Final course grades are A, B, C and NC (No Credit). One credit hour.