This course includes an overview of career decision-making theories and models that assist students, especially emerging adults, with the exploration of life goals, career options, and educational plans. Students will acquire lifelong career planning, management, life design, and adaptability skills. Activities are designed to accommodate students with different degrees of decidedness. Assignments involve self-exploration, occupational research, and decision-making strategies. The course concludes with an introduction to the job search process and the development of an action plan to achieve one’s goals.
Occasionally
Previously: GENL 100
An intensive opportunity for students to learn to adopt methods to promote their success in college. Participants will explore specific strategies for managing time commitments, improving memory, taking notes and studying for tests.
Previously: GENL 116
This course is designed to support international students in transitioning to life in the United States. It focuses on navigating administrative systems and understanding the American educational structure, particularly as it exists at Augustana. Recognizing that shifting from home in another country to college in the US can be challenging, the course provides essential information, guidance, and resources to foster a smooth adjustment and build a foundation for success. Through this course, students will gain tools to launch their college careers effectively, adapt to a new culture and environment, and achieve academic success. Additionally, the course covers important responsibilities and regulations specific to international students, including maintaining compliance with visa requirements.
Previously: GENL 117
Study Away Special Topics
Students participating in an approved interim, summer or semester-long Washington Semester experience register for this course.
Previously: GENL 107
Students participating in an approved interim, summer or semester-long Chicago Semester experience register for this course.
Previously: GENL 1892
Students participating in an approved interim, summer or semester-long study abroad experience register for this course.
Every Fall, Interim, Spring, and Summer
Previously: GENL 105
Special Topics in General Studies.
Previously: GENL 197
Study Away Special Topics
This study course travels Northern India. Students study the Ramayana and the Bhavagad Gita as foundation texts. Students are introduced to Indian music, performing artists, and the tradition of yoga. Students study Hinduism on the banks of the Ganges and Buddhism under the branches of the Bodhi Tree. The course begins in Delhi, India’s capital city, and continues to Agra, Bodhgaya, Varanasi, Jaipur, Kolkata, and Haridwar. At each site students explore literature, history, culture, and music that express the truths of the religious traditions.
Occasional Interims, abroad
Previously: GENL 257
Culture can be a nearly invisible force in our daily lives, but it plays a crucial role in understanding mind/body wholeness and therefore improving well-being. In this course, students will develop a rich understanding of cultural dimensions and cultural differences by applying Leininger’s Theory of Culture Care during their immersion in the Greek culture. Students will learn from local experts about health, well-being, cultural anthropology, and political and social issues. We risk misunderstanding the influence of culture if we examine it only from a distance, so students will gain a balanced perspective through their immersion into the Greek culture.
Previously: GENL 254
Special Topics in General Studies.
Previously: GENL 297
Internships permit students the opportunity to explore and obtain practical experience in a professional area of interest. Permission of Advisor and Department Chairperson is required. Additional fees may apply.
Previously: GENL 395
Special Topics in General Studies.
Previously: GENL 397
Internships permit students the opportunity to explore and obtain practical experience in a professional area of interest. Permission of Advisor and Department Chairperson is required. Additional fees may apply.
Previously: GENL 495