62: Overview of the proposed Integrative Professional Studies degree
Adult students have been steadily inquiring about a general degree option for completion purposes. Many have earned some college credit & would like to apply it toward a degree. Adult students, including military & veterans, have been identified as an underserved market nationwide. They typically work full time while enrolled, are financially independent, have dependents, have multiple roles / commitments & look for a degree / certificate program that provides flexibility in program design & easy access to student services & want to maximize transfer credit already earned &/or apply prior learning assessment. They want a clear pathway to their goal, tied directly to an employment outcome. A cross-campus group of faculty and staff have been working on a program to serve these students. Come learn more about the work that's been accomplished, the draft program design and curriculum and next steps planned.