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This course is designed to engage students in their college experience, both academically and personally. The course aids students as they acquire and develop the skills necessary to reach their educational objectives. Through readings, discussions, reflective writing, and class activities, all of which illuminate a specific topic, students will practice skills that will enable them to succeed in their college courses. In addition, the class will help students acclimate to the culture of The University of South Dakota. Note Repeatable 3 times for credit with different topics. Credits: 1-3

Course Description: An interdisciplinary course which provides students with the foundations for a successful university experience by integrating an introduction to the liberal arts with an orientation to APSU expectations. Emphasis is given to the meaning, values, and goals of a liberal education as students engage in academic and career planning, use the tools for information literacy, develop good academic habits, and become involved in campus life. Class begins during Freshman Orientation. Required for all first time freshmen and students who enter APSU with fewer that 12 hours earned in a college/university setting. Student must remain enrolled in APSU 1000 until a grade of C is earned;no student who has earned 12 hours or more may enroll except those students who have two DSP requirements.