5 courses with the subject OAS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
OAS 100College Success1
College Success is a one semester, one credit hour course designed to introduce Raleigh-day first year students to the academic and social expectations of Shaw University. The course activities emphasize student development in 1) academic skill building, 2) personal identity and life skills, 3) campus community involvement 4) Shaw’s history and traditions.
Orientation to Shaw University is a one credit hour, course with a requirement of contact minutes both online and face-to-face instruction per week. The course is designed to introduce transfer students to the academic and social expectations of Shaw University. The course activities emphasize student development.
Adult Education Success is a one credit hour, online course. The course is designed to introduce all professional students to the academic and social expectations of Shaw University. The course activities emphasize student development for adult students to promote a successful transition to the institution.
Enrollment in course is for continuing and readmitted students on academic probation to address previously employed learning skills and methods to evaluate their effectiveness. This course will provide students with greater personal and academic success opportunities through proven strategies. Course may not be repeated and is non-degree applicable. Various assessment tools are employed to identify and evaluate student preparation and attitude for a successful college experience. Positive growth and self-motivation strategies are explored, with a special focus on developing an educational plan and life goals. Students will explore new and improved methods of study, time management, and the utilization of college support programs are mastered and applied. Three hours of learning assistance is required in the Student Success Center weekly. Failure to attend first meeting and complete course will result in immediate Academic Standards Committee review for next steps regarding academic probationary status. If extraordinary circumstances prevent a student from attending first session, they should contact Director of Academic Success prior to first meeting.
OAS 201Leadership Strategies and Skills for Professional Development1
Through a series of lectures, guided interaction, and group exercises, students will be prepared for their transition from college into either graduate school or a career by enhancing the professional development and leadership skills necessary to be successful. This course is an interdisciplinary team approach to empowering students academically, civically, and professionally through leadership training development, skills enrichment, networking, and collaboration. This classroom setting will serve as an arena for the exchange of information, activities, and exercises relative to academic readiness, self‐exploration, character building, communication, organizational development, leadership styles, practices, networking/coalition building, collaborative leadership/organizational activities, understanding of the key dimensions of leadership in diverse cultures and contexts, and theories. This a 1-credit class for students of all disciplines currently holding or has an interest in university student leadership positions. The course will cover topics such as: career exploration, graduate school preparation, money management, job search strategies, and leadership and community development.
