| STUDENT SERVICES |
| LIBRARY SERVICES |
The Ina Dillard Russell Library is the center of research activities at the university. The resources of the library include over 180,000 volumes, including over 900 current magazine and newspaper subscriptions, and extensive microform collections. As a U.S. government documents depository, the Library receives approximately 4,000 documents annually. Some 30,000 items in various formats are added to the collection each year to support educational programs. Russell Library also provides access to over 100 bibliographic databases and over 1,500 full-text periodicals online through GALILEO, Georgia's statewide library information system. The library provides access to other indexes unavailable through GALILEO, via a CD-ROM network and DIALOG.
The library is normally open 89.5 hours per week, with a reference librarian on duty much of this time to provide assistance and instruction in the use of the library.
The library's Special Collections Department contains material on local history, Georgia history, books by and about Georgians, rare first editions and other valuable books, manuscripts, maps, and the university's archives among the most important archival collections held by Russell Library are the Flannery O'Connor Collection and the Papers of U.S. Senator Paul Coverdell. The O'Connor Collection includes manuscripts, books, and memorabilia of the world-renowned author, who graduated from GCSU in 1945. The Coverdell Papers include the Senator's papers from his years as Director of the Peace Corps as well as his U.S. Senatorial papers.
A unit of Russell Library, the Museum and Archives of Georgia Education collects, preserves, and displays archival documents and artifacts that reflect the development of education in Georgia. Exhibits and programs on a variety of topics are presented regularly.
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| DINING SERVICES |
The Milledgeville campus provides for the dining needs of the college and community through the Campus Crossroads, its food court style dining concept. The food court offers a wide variety of formats including pizza, deli, exhibition cooking and salad bar. Campus Crossroads is located on the upper floor of Maxwell Student Union.
In addition to the Campus Crossroads, the dining service operates Chick-fil-A and Baskin Robbins in the lower level of Maxwell Student Union. All residence hall students are required to purchase one of the available meal plans as described in the expense section. Meal plans are available for commuting students. Visitors and the general public may also purchase individual meals.
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| DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY |
The Public Safety Department maintains a staff of state certified police officers who provide service and patrol functions on campus 24 hours daily. Some of the services provided are: enforce state laws, applicable local ordinances and campus behavior policies. The Public Safety Department also investigates criminal incidents and motor vehicle accidents, provides escort service, provides jumper cables and lock out service on vehicles, first aid response, admission to restricted areas with proper identification, and police reports for all activities, which occur on Georgia College & State University property. Students are asked to report all suspicious behavior to the Public Safety Office immediately at (478) 445-4054.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING
Georgia College & State University students and faculty are required to register and obtain a parking decal for all vehicles parked on campus. The fees for parking are paid at the Business Office in Parks Hall and the decals are distributed by the Public Safety Office in Miller Gym. Parking information and maps are given out with all decals issued at the Public Safety Office. State traffic laws are enforced on all Georgia College & State University property. Those individuals with three or more unpaid traffic fines may have their vehicles towed and stored at the owner's expense until the traffic fines are paid. All traffic fines are paid at the Business Office.
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| PAW PRINTS BOOKSTORE |
The University operates PawPrints Bookstore, located in the lower level of Maxwell Student Union. The Bookstore carries a full range of academic supplies, including textbooks, classroom supplies and reference materials. The store also carries specialized Georgia College & State University gift items in addition to general gift items. The store operates Monday through Friday with extended hours during the first week of classes each semester. The bookstore also serves the Warner Robins classes by selling books at that location during registration and on each night that the classes initially meet.
Students taking classes at the Macon campus will find their textbooks at the Macon State College Bookstore.
Questions about specific bookstore policies and product information can be directed to 445-4382.
| THE CELLAR |
GCSU operates a Coffee house/convenience store called The Cellar in the basement of Sanford Hall. The Cellar offers a wide variety of supplies for the on-campus student, convenience store items, specialty coffee and related drinks. Students find The Cellar's atmosphere conducive to studying and relaxing and the extended hours are accommodating to almost everyone's schedule.
Throughout the year, The Cellar sponsors various events including poetry readings, concerts by local bands, card tournaments, and other student-oriented functions. For current information about The Cellar's hours of operation and pending events, contact us at 478-445-7014.
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| BOBCAT IDENTIFICATION CARDS |
Following registration, each student is issued an identification card (ID), called a Bobcat Card, as official college identification of student status which will be validated at each subsequent registration. ID Cards are obtained at the Student Activities Office located in the lower level of Maxwell Student Union. A fee of $10 is charged for the replacement of a lost Bobcat Card. Students should present the Bobcat Card to any properly-identified faculty or staff member upon request. The Bobcat Card may be required for admission to certain student activities and college facilities, including weekend use of the Academic Computing Service labs. A valid Bobcat Card is required to conduct any financial transaction at the Business Office.
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| CENTER FOR TESTING |
The Center for Testing, located in Kilpatrick Education Center, Room 201, administers a variety of testing programs. The COMPASS and Regents' Testing programs, the Institutional SAT, and the U.S. and Georgia History Test satisfy University System, state, or institutional requirements. The Center also administers the Senior Exit Exam for most departments, provides test results to the appropriate departments and offices, and verifies that all graduating seniors have satisfied the requirement. National testing programs available through the Center for Testing include the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), the ETS Praxis Series Examinations, and the Miller Analogies Test (MAT). Other services include proctoring independent study examinations and administration of some professional certification tests.
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| UNIVERSITY CAREER CENTER (UCC) |
The mission of the University Career Center is to assist members of the GCSU community in planning their career through the setting of objectives, which will be reached through the use of comprehensive programs. Furthermore, the UCC strives to educate students so that they may successfully meet the challenges of the ever-changing work environment.
This mission is accomplished through a centralized and comprehensive career center serving the entire campus and attempting to meet the career needs of all students from entering freshman to alumni. Programs and services are designed to complement and enhance the academic mission of the University's programs of study.
Serving in an advising capacity, the UCC staff seeks to assist students to reach their career objectives through the areas of Career Advising (including professional, full time employment services), Experiential Education, and part time Student Employment.
EXPERIMENTAL EDUCATION
Two types of experiential learning opportunities are available as part of the Georgia College & State University curriculum: the Cooperative Education program and the Internship program.
The Cooperative Education program is an academic program that provides students an opportunity to enrich their educational program by alternating meaningful, full-time work experience with classroom studies. Students participating in the Cooperative Education program work a minimum of two semesters under supervision of departmental faculty coordinators, the Career Center staff, and on-site work supervisors. These experiences are graded, educational experiences that may earn up to 15 semester hours credit, depending upon department.
Like Cooperative Education experiences, Internships are graded, academic experiences that provide students an opportunity to put classroom learning into practice. Internships are one semester in length and may vary from half time to full-time work experiences. Many Georgia College & State University students participate in the Governor's Intern Program, working in government agencies around the state. Others elect to intern in business or industry in areas convenient to their homes or to Georgia College & State University.
In order to be placed with an employer in the Cooperative Education or Internship program a student must have and maintain a minimum academic grade point average of 2.0 while participating in the program, have an officially declared major, have completed the Core Curriculum in Areas A-F (60 hours), have passed both parts of the Regents' Exam, and be recommended by the department in which the major is declared. Work areas have the option of requiring higher standards.
All students participating in the Cooperative Education or Internship program must enroll in the appropriate course and earn academic credit in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in their academic department and those outlined in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program brochure available in The Career Center. All students must complete the necessary application paperwork in the Career Center prior to reporting to the work site.
CAREER ASSISTANCE
The Career Center provides career assistance to students and graduates who are seeking employment through on-campus interviewing programs, current listings of employment notices, and a variety of employment. Information on part time and summer employment opportunities is also available in The Career Center. While the office does not function as an employment agency, the staff seeks to assist students in identifying potential employers, developing resumes and preparing for job interviews. In addition, The Career Center hosts a number of Employer Fairs each academic year, which enable students to meet with college recruiters from business, industry and government agencies to gather information and develop job prospects. Information about a variety of these companies, school systems and government agencies is available in the Career Resource Library, and on the UCC's World Wide Web page.
The Career Center also offers students an opportunity to place resumes in a referral program to be sent to prospective employers. All students participating in on-campus interviews must have a resume on file. Students are strongly encouraged to become familiar with placement.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
Approximately twenty percent of the university's students hold part-time jobs on campus.Students fill a variety of positions in administrative offices, departmental offices, the library, science laboratories, residence halls, and elsewhere.
The Career Center is the placement facility for all on-campus student employment. Opportunities in this area include both the Federal Work-Study programs. The Career Center does not determine student's eligibility for these programs, but acts as the placement service and administrative area for these programs after the Office of Financial Aid has determined a student's eligibility.
Interested students should contact the University Career Center who will assist in determining eligibility and then provide a student with the list of job openings.
FEDERAL WORK-STUDY PROGRAM
The Federal Work-Study program provides jobs for students who show financial need and who must earn a part of their educational expenses. Most jobs are located on-campus, but there are off-campus positions available involving community service work at non-profit organizations. Positions as reading tutors in public elementary schools may also be available under the U.S. Department of Education's "America Reads" or "America Counts" programs.
In general, a student earns at least the current minimum wage. Students in this program may work up to 20 hours a week while classes are in session and forty hours a week during vacation periods.
Students who complete the university's application process are considered for this program.
GEORGIA COLLEGE & STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
The Georgia College Student Employment program provides additional opportunities for students to secure campus employment. While financial need is often not a factor, earnings under this program could affect other aid received. Students are interviewed and hired by the various administrative offices, departmental offices, and other offices at the university.
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| MEDIA SERVICES |
Audio Visual Support Services provides audio visual equipment and support personnel to meet the needs of special events and other non-credit programs on campus. Services include not only the distribution, set-up and operation of this equipment, but the training of campus personnel in its operation. AVSS is a unit of the Division of Continuing Education & Public Services and is located in Chappell Hall.
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| INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY |
The Office of Information & Instructional Technology (OIIT) has responsibility for the technological infrastructure and support. The units within OIIT assure students, faculty and staff members have the resources necessary to participate in the electronic age.
The CCSS supports the desktop hardware and software needs of the campus.
Answers to technology questions and requests for PC support for faculty, staff and currently enrolled students can be obtained by dialing (478)445-SERVE ((478)445-7378)) or via e-mail at serve@gcsu.edu.
The administrative operation of campus is supported by ACNS. The campus network includes complete wiring to residence hall rooms. Students have access to a personal Bobcat E-mail account. Support of the Georgia Statewide Academic and Medical System (GSAMS) and direct video-conferencing permits GCSU students to participate in live interaction throughout the world.
The EIS supports the use of technology to expand instructional opportunities including on-line course materials, mailing lists, forums and other Internet based applications.
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The production studios and local cable broadcasts provide an opportunity for students to gain experience in TV through credit class assignments, part-time employment or volunteering.
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The campus 10 watt educational station, WGUR (88.9 FM), provides opportunities for students to experience all facets of operation.
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| EVENING PROGRAMS |
Georgia College & State University offers evening courses on its Milledgeville Campus, Macon Campus, and Warner Robins Centers for credit in certain programs in which it is possible for the student to obtain a bachelor's or master's degree by attending classes only in the evenings. The general education requirement (Core) can be completed by taking evening classes. Although senior division courses are available in various departments, bachelor's degrees are available at night only in limited areas. These include accounting, information systems, criminal justice, English, history, logistics, management, nursing, political science, public administration. Some of these will require that some courses be taken at the university's various commuter centers and campuses. Write the chairperson of the department for details.
Prospective students should be advised that it will probably take a longer time to receive a degree by doing evening work only than it would to receive the same degree by attending day classes or a combination of day and evening classes. Specific information on current program availability, scheduling and registration may be obtained by calling the university's Enrollment Services at (478) 445-2770 or 1-800-342-0471.
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| EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS |
Georgia College & State University is part of the Georgia Statewide Academic and Medical System (GSAMS). A network of nearly 400 locations, the technology allows students to enroll in Georgia College & State University courses at remote Georgia College & State University facilities, K-12 school sites or other participating locations. To reduce travel and meet the needs of the students, faculty deliver courses to the remote locations using two way compressed video/audio. Courses offered in this manner are identified as "Distance Learning" in the Annual Schedule of Classes. The university also offers a limited number of web-based courses. In addition, many campus-based courses are enhanced with a web-based component.
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| ALUMNI ASSOCIATION |
The Georgia College & State University Alumni Association was established in 1892 and incorporated in 1972. The primary function of the Association is to provide a medium for communication between alumni and university administration. Alumni are encouraged to use Association representatives to express opinions concerning present and future policies and practices of the university.
The Association has two main goals: to foster mutually beneficial relations between GCSU and its alumni, and to promote the interests of the university. The work of the Association is coordinated through the office of University Advancement by the Director of Alumni Relations and is governed by an executive board of directors. The office of alumni relations is responsible for maintaining alumni data, contributing to the publication of the alumni magazine, organizing alumni events, encouraging alumni activity on the community level, and continually seeking to provide alumni with the most current services available.
Membership in the Association is automatic upon graduation and entitles alumni to all services and privileges offered, including eligibility for seating on the board of directors. Alumni are encouraged to keep the alumni office apprised of their current address, occupational status, and community activities.
The Alumni Association is headquartered in the Esther L. Cathy Alumni-Faculty Center on West Hancock Street, one-and-a-half blocks from the main campus.
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| DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION & PUBLIC SERVICES |
The Division of Continuing Education & Public Services is comprised of the Department of Continuing Education, the Department of Public Services, and the Old Governor's Mansion. Sub-units of these departments include the Outdoor Education Center and the Center for Health & Lifestyles. Major programs or functions of the division include continuing education, camps and conferences, Governor's Mansion educational programs and tours, staff development programs, Elderhostel and Learning in Retirement programs, contract training, facility supervision, and nonacademic space allocation for the campus. Services and programs of the division are described below.
| THE DEPARTMENT OF CONTINUING EDUCATION |
The Department of Continuing Education is an extremely important interface between the university and the community. Through the department's comprehensive continuing education program, residents of the immediate service area and the state are provided exciting opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment in non-academic programs.
The Department of Continuing Education offers a variety of non-academic courses, seminars, conferences, camps, lectures, and workshops throughout the year. Programs are typically designed to assist participants in the areas of professional development, health and fitness, personal and cultural enrichment, and outdoor education. Certain courses are designed to meet the needs of senior adults and/or young children.
Admission to any non-credit course is usually by interest only and the payment of a nominal course fee. In general, there are no formal admission requirements to enroll in continuing education courses. However, certificate or professional programs may require certain professional competency for entrance. In addition to those non-credit programs advertised in the department's course catalog, the Department of Continuing Education can custom design courses to meet the training needs of area businesses, industries, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Many of these programs can be provided at the site of the requesting organization. Telecourses and teleconferences are also available.
The Department of Continuing Education administers the implementation of the Continuing Education Unit, defined as ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction. The CEU attests to an individual's efforts to continue learning regardless of age or previous educational accomplishments. Generally, Continuing Education Units are awarded only for programs that are oriented toward occupational skills and knowledge or significant social issues. Continuing Education Units are accumulated for each student on a permanent transcript that may be obtained from the Department of Continuing Education. The CEU cannot be converted into academic credit.
A mailing list is maintained for persons wishing to receive a catalog of all non-credit offerings. Individuals interested in enrolling in a course, suggesting course ideas, requesting to be placed on the mailing list, or inquiring about services are encouraged to call the Department of Continuing Education at (478) 445-5277.
The mission of the Outdoor Education Center (ODC) is to provide a powerful avenue for personal growth and an opportunity to develop a lifetime enjoyment of outdoor pursuits. The Outdoor Education Center offers the university and surrounding community outdoor education activities, clinics, and trips at low cost. All staff are trained in safety procedures and are qualified in CPR, First Aid, and/or Wilderness First Responder.
Outdoor skills are not necessary for participation. All participants need is the desire to have fun and experience something new. The Center's staff will teach all the necessary skills to be safe and environmentally aware. The ODC staff promotes experiential education which means 'learning by doing.'
Please call (478) 445-5186 for more information on Outdoor Education Center programs or to schedule a Challenge Course outing.
The Center for Health & Lifestyles (CHL) is responsible for coordinating non-credit programs to meet the fitness, recreational, and health-related needs and interests of the community. Programs range from swimming and aerobics, to CPR, first aid, and professional development for health care professionals. GCSU students are invited to participate in the CHL aerobics program, which features step, high-lo, and body sculpting classes, at no charge. Call (478) 445-5277 for more details.
| THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES |
As a direct link between the university and the community, the Department of Public Services can open doors to university resources to serve the facility-related needs and interests of the public and campus community. Space and facility reservations, event planning and implementation, conference coordination, camps, audio/visual support, and facility operation and management are a small sample of the many services provided through the Department of Public Services.
The primary goal of the department is to provide the high quality services and facilities needed to ensure the success of courses, conferences, and other special events. Individuals or groups looking for space and facilities to accommodate their events need look no further than the Department of Public Services. From classrooms to conference planning, from auditoria to arenas, facility-related needs can be served by calling the Department of Public Services at (478) 445-2749.
Through the Department of Public Services, attractive and functional conference space is provided at the Milledgeville campus. Program planning and implementation, along with logistical support, to include the coordination of campus services such as food, housing, media, and transportation, are provided through the department's conference operations. Individuals interested in conference services should phone (478) 445-2781.
The Department of Public Services supervises a number of excellent facilities that can ensure the success of campus and community events.
Centennial Center Complex
The 97,000 square foot multi-purpose Centennial Center, along with a modern six court lighted tennis facility and a 75' X 45' six lane swimming pool and bathhouse comprise the Centennial Center complex. The Centennial Center was constructed in 1989 to enhance educational, athletic, and recreational opportunities for the campus community, and upon serving these priorities, to meet the special needs of the surrounding community. Complete with a 4,000 seat arena, classrooms, racquetball courts, indoor track, weight room, climbing wall, portable stage, and portable dance floor, the Centennial Center provides many educational and community service opportunities.
East Campus (Lake Laurel)
East Campus facilities include the Lake Laurel Lodge and the Power Point Pavilion. Lake Laurel Lodge is situated by a six-acre lake and is an ideal clubhouse for small parties, workshops, meetings, and retreats. Lake Laurel is an excellent location for a wide variety of programs due to the recent construction of a yurt, a handicapped accessible teaching platform and deck, and a classroom facility for environmental studies. Opportunities also exist for boating, picnicking, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor recreation activities. The lodge has rustic sleeping quarters for 18 persons.
Russell Auditorium
Built in 1928, Russell Auditorium serves the university and the community for many cultural events. The auditorium seats approximately 975 persons (with balcony) and was completely renovated in 1996. It is fully air conditioned, accessible to persons with disabilities, and ideal for conference general sessions.
Chappell Hall
Chappell Hall offers conference rooms and assorted classroom space for both formal and informal activities. Its five classrooms, two conference rooms, and small auditorium make it ideal for on-campus meetings, seminars, workshops, or conferences. Room capacities range from 18 to 65 persons.
Miller Dance Studio
Miller Dance Studio is a classic dance studio with a 2880 square foot hardwood dance floor and mirrored walls and handrails. It is ideal for dance, self-defense, yoga, and other activity classes.
For more information concerning the use and availability of these and other facilities, please contact the Department of Public Services at (478) 445-2749.
The Old Governor's Mansion
The Old Governor's Mansion is a multi-use National Historic Landmark on the campus of Georgia College & State University. It was built by the State of Georgia in the 1830's as the state's executive residence, and served in that capacity until 1868. Since 1889, the Mansion has been used as a dormitory and as the residence of the president of Georgia College & State University. It currently serves as a historic house museum open to the public and as a meeting and banquet facility for the university and the community. For information on the educational programs of the Mansion, or to inquire about reserving the facility, contact the Mansion staff at (478) 445-4545.
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| INTERNATIONAL SERVICES & PROGRAMS OFFICE (ISPO) |
Dr. Dwight Call, Assistant Vice President for International Education
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has mandated that Georgia College & State University incorporate an international focus throughout its programs and curriculum so that our students will be prepared for the global society and work force of the twenty-first century. The mission of Georgia's Public Liberal Arts University requires that students learn from and appreciate diverse international and intercultural perspectives.
To achieve those objectives, the ISPO works collaboratively with schools and departments, as well as administrative and program offices, to internationalize the University. The ISPO
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The ISPO encourages the incorporation of an international dimension into existing courses and works to develop broad, interdisciplinary courses, which include a new global awareness. Courses and specific requirements of the International Studies Minor can be found in the College of Arts & Sciences section of the undergraduate catalog, listed under Inter-Disciplinary Studies, and from the ISPO web site at [ /acad_affairs/acad_srvcs/intrnl_ed/IntMinor.html ] .
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The ISPO educates the GCSU community to international diversity and intercultural difference by introducing the knowledge, skills and diverse backgrounds of international students, visiting international and domestic faculty, and GCSU students and faculty who return from experiences abroad into discussions in the regular classroom, into all-campus lectures and panel discussions, and into specially organized programs and lecture series such as those offered during International Week. The ISPO also assists other departments and campus organizations in giving an international scope to their programs, lecture series, discussions and film series.
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The ISPO manages International Admissions, evaluating applications and transcripts according to the procedures and regulations outlined in the Admissions section of this catalog for students seeking admission to degree programs. Prospective students may download admissions materials from the ISPO website at [ /acad_affairs/acad_srvcs/intrnl_ed/IntAdm.html ], telephone (478)445-4789, email intladm@gcsu.edu or write International Admissions, Campus Box 49, Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061 USA.
International students who will attend GCSU under the terms of an exchange agreement with their home institution will be admitted according to the provisions specified in each agreement. Students should contact their home institution's exchange coordinator or the ISPO at GCSU for specific guidelines.
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The ISPO provides information and counseling to more than 100 international students from more than 50 countries on such issues as non-immigrant student visa regulations and procedures, medical insurance, housing, financial and work issues, taxes, adjustment to life in the US, and academic concerns. The ISPO also advises the International Club and organizes community and campus activities, such as the International Dinner, International Week, the International Host Family Program, and the International Student Orientation. The International Student Handbook is available on-line at [ /acad_affairs/acad_srvcs/intrnl_ed/Handbook.html ]
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The ISPO organizes study opportunities abroad and then advises and assists students to participate in the various approved study abroad and exchange programs offered by GCSU, the University System of Georgia and other accredited academic institutions. Studying abroad enables students to increase knowledge of a foreign language, provides the opportunity to gain insight into and appreciation for the cultures and institutions of other peoples, facilitates the development of relevant career skills and contributes to personal maturity, a sense of independence, self-knowledge, and confidence.
With prior written approval from the Assistant Vice President for International Education and the student's adviser, credit for study abroad can be applied toward core or major degree requirements for graduation. Students will be advised whether they should register for specific courses being offered abroad, for STUDY ABROAD 4980 (1-15 credits per semester), or as transient students. The specific study abroad or exchange program will be tailored to fit each student's course of study. The number of credits awarded will be determined in advance of registration and study. Grading will be based on evaluation reports of the exchange institution or study abroad program.
Many summer, semester and academic year study opportunities are available in Africa, Asia, the Americas, Australia and Europe. In addition, the College of Arts & Sciences and the Schools of Business, Education and Health Sciences have specific programs geared toward the needs of their own students. For further information contact the ISPO in 223 Lanier Hall or telephone (478) 445-4789.
Regular federal and state financial aid can often assist students to study abroad. For details contact the Financial Aid Office in 103 Parks Hall or telephone (478) 445-5149. In addition, special study abroad scholarships available through the ISPO in 223 Lanier Hall or telephone (478) 445-4789 can enable students who could not otherwise participate in study abroad.
Study abroad information is available from the ISPO website at [ /acad_affairs/acad_srvcs/intrnl_ed/Study_Abroad.html ]
Students enrolling in approved study abroad programs that do not otherwise require their registering for coursework at GCSU will register for INST 2985: Study Abroad Seminar, a one credit-hour course. Students will register for the course for the semester they plan to study abroad, but must attend sessions during the final weeks of the semester prior to their departure and receive an "incomplete" until final requirements for the course are met after their return to GCSU. The course will be offered on a Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory basis. If students do not complete the Study Abroad Seminar, they will forfeit any GCSU scholarship, which may have been awarded, and will need to repay it.
STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS
The GCSU International Services & Programs Office staff will advise all students going abroad on the study abroad programs that best meet their needs and the study abroad scholarships that are available to them.
ISPO staff will advise students regarding Weir and Wells Study Abroad Scholarships, for which they may submit applications to the ISPO. These scholarships require the same 3.0 GPA standard, which is required for other GCSU scholarships and is described in the Scholarships, Awards, Prizes & Grants booklet. After the Assistant Vice President for International Education and the International Education Committee have reviewed scholarship application materials, they may recommend Weir and Wells Study Abroad Scholarships for the approval of the Scholarship Committee and notification of Alumni Affairs. Recommendations will be made on a priority basis according the following:
ISPO staff will also advise students interested in studying abroad on other available scholarships:
Federal Aid, which is based solely upon financial need and may be used for any recognized study abroad programs. For programs in which the majority of course work is registered with an Institution other than GCSU, an approved Financial Aid Consortium Agreement must be in place before Federal Aid will be disbursed. Information is available in the Financial Aid Office. Federal Aid may be awarded as grants or loans.
Regents Study Abroad Scholarships may be used for any recognized study abroad programs. Preference is given for academic merit; longer programs; Hope Scholars; those with financial need; strong essays; under-represented countries; under-represented fields of study; and students with little or no international experience. The Regents Study Abroad Scholarships are made available to University System of Georgia students thanks to the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS), The Coca-Cola Foundation, and funds committed by the Presidents of System institutions. According to a directive of the President of GCSU, this University matches the Regents Study Abroad Scholarships awarded its students with grants from the Virginia Daniel Weir Fund. The Assistant Vice President for International Education and the International Education Committee will recommend these grants for the approval of the Associate Vice President for Academic Services and notification of Alumni Affairs.
Private Financial Aid Resources, the guidelines and amounts of which are various and may be used for any recognized study abroad program. Information is available in the ISPO.
The Financial Aid Office will manage disbursement of all study abroad scholarships and Federal Aid. In addition, the Financial Aid Office will establish the required financial aid consortium agreement with any non-GCSU program, which certifies the student's Federal Financial Aid eligibility. Any funds awarded through GCSU will be managed by the Financial Aid Office.
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The ISPO oversees GCSU's exchange agreements with other universities and manages faculty and student exchanges with those universities. GCSU has active exchanges with the following institutions, whose individual web sites can be accessed from the ISPO web site at [ /acad_affairs/acad_srvcs/intrnl_ed/Exchanges.html ]
Australia
Australian Catholic University (Sydney and Melbourne)
China
Universities of Jiangsu Province
Lanzhou University
England
DeMontfort University (Leicester)
University of Northumbria (Newcastle)
Germany
Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg
Hungary
Janus Pannonius University (Pécs)
Spain
Universidad de Valladolid
Universitat de València
Sweden
University of Lund
FACULTY ABROAD AND INTERNATIONAL FACULTY
The ISPO assists faculty members in designing, funding and implementing study, teaching and research ventures abroad, and later, in incorporating those experiences into the curriculum. In addition, the ISPO gives support to the more than 10% of its faculty, who are native to other countries.
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