NEW PLUS COURSES

SMAC 2203 GENES & SOCIETY 3 hours
This course examines the basic principles of genetics, covering classical Mendelian genetics through selected aspects of modern molecular and developmental genetics. The impact of genetics on modern society will be considered. This course is designed for students with little or no science background, and meets the Adult Studies (PLUS) General Education Life Science requirement.

SBAC 3173 WB ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS 3 hours
This course is designed to explore the strengths of the individual and to develop one’s own potential. Its focus will be on the dynamic nature of the human spirit and will utilize each person’s life experiences in planning and achieving their own personal and career goals. Techniques will include identification and clarification of possibilities; managing achievement through commitment and problem solving and measurable results.

SBAC 3303 WB THEORIES OF JUSTICE 3 hours
This course theory examines various western philosophical, sociological and criminological perspective of justice. This course covers a broad gamut of perspectives of justice from divine and historical philosophical views, to classical and, Marxism, and contemporary theories. The primary focus of the course is for students to engage in critical analysis of the aforementioned theories of justice and to connect them to current social issues.

HUAC 2163 WB WORLD MYTHOLOGY 3 hours
Welcome Martha Hodges to our PLUS family! Martha brings with her a varied background in Business English, Developmental College Writing and composition courses. The World Mythology course will explore the history of myths from various cultures and how myths function in human society.

FACULTY CORNER

It is our honor to introduce all of you to the new Director of the PLUS Program, Dr. Leo Werneke, Professor of Philosophy. Dr. Werneke has taught in the PLUS Program for a number of years. He taught Modern Theologians as a weekend course in the spring semester, 2002, The Ethics of Communication in the accelerated, 8-week format, in spring, 2004 and in Summer I of 2007. Dr. Werneke has also taught two web-based classes, Philosophy of Culture, spring, 2006, and Introduction to Moral and Social Philosophy, spring, 2007. "I have always enjoyed interacting with the adult student population at OCU. They typically have had the kinds of life experiences that philosophers are talking about."

Dr. Werneke is a graduate of Oklahoma City University (BA, 1964), Northwestern University, Evanston, IL (MA, 1968), and The University of Dundee, Scotland (Ph.D., 1984). He joined the faculty of the Philosophy Department in the fall of 1968. From 1990-2000, Dr. Werneke served as Dean of the Petree College of Arts and Sciences and most recently, 2000-2006, he served as the Director of the Master of Liberal Arts Program, as well as Chair of the Philosophy Department.

Dr. Werneke was a member of the original design team that developed the Competency Based Degree Program, the original name for the PLUS Program, and remains an enthusiastic supporter of the program. "I am very lucky to have the work of Dr. Denise Short and her dedicated staff to build on. I hope to be able to continue the growth of the program both in terms of students, course offerings, and new areas of study."

TUITION INCREASE

In keeping with university policy, the PLUS program will be adjusting it’s tuition to $450 per credit hour starting with the summer 2007 term. This change will make each 3 hour course cost a total of $1350.

Q. After graduation, when can I expect my diploma?
A. Once the final grades are posted, the registrars office will certify all graduation applications and order the diplomas. This process can take 6 – 8 weeks. If you “walk” in the May ceremony, but will complete your coursework in the summer term, you will not receive your diploma until late summer.

SUMMER & FALL ENROLLMENT DATES

We are now enrolling for Spring 2008. Enrollment for summer and fall classes will start in late March 2008. Call 208-5265 and schedule your appointment today to see a PLUS counselor !!!

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

In keeping with university policy, transcripts that are to become part of the student’s official file at the registrars’ office will have to be directly mailed to the PLUS office from the originating source. We cannot accept a sealed copy from the student. We can continue to use an un-official copy to complete your evaluation.

A LITTLE OF THIS AND THAT

REMEMBER to get your 07-08 parking permit. Come by the PLUS office for your voucher before you go to the security office. Parking violations could cost you anywhere from $10.00 to $100.00. The parking pass is free to PLUS students. You do the math!!

CHECK YOUR STUDENT EMAIL REGULARLY!

REMEMBER to activate your student ID at Student Account Services on the third floor of the Administrative Building. They are open Mon-Fri from 8 am to 5 pm.

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