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Show degrees in all of these fields; and to offer all necessary courses of study upon which such degrees are based. The first year of such upper division work is authorized for the school year 1962- 63 and the second year of such upper division work is authorized for the school year 1963-64. Said school shall be maintained by the state." The major objectives of the college are: 1. To provide general education in its broadest sense for all students. 2. To provide curriculums leading to the baccalaureate degree in the fields of arts and sciences, business, education, and technology. 3. To provide one and two-year curriculums to prepare students for positions in the semi-professions, business, and industry. 4. To provide continuing or adult education programs in harmony with the three major academic objectives listed above. 5. To serve the citizens and the State of Utah in auxiliary ways in harmony with the academic objectives immediately preceding. The college strives, through general education, to develop the following in its graduates: A wholesome philosophy of life, including not only intellectual attainments but development of ethical and spiritual values and the ability to discriminate among values; the desire for successful family living and continuous growth and learning leading to the full realization of individual potential. Active and enlightened citizenship. Graduates should attempt to develop an understanding of the complex problems and great decisions of our time and expect to participate in community, state, and national affairs. Satisfactory physical and mental health, emotional stability, the ability to adjust to change, and to get along with other people. Communication, mathematical and mechanical skills necessary in everyday living and in the pursuit of learning. An understanding of principles basic to the physical and biological sciences, the scientific method, and of application to human welfare. An understanding and appreciation of literature, art, music, and other cultural activities, and the ability to participate in some form of expressive or creative activity. An understanding of the nature and purposes of research and to develop some skills in undergraduate research in order to promote scholarship of both students and faculty and prepare them for professional advancement. 26 The college strives through one, two, and four-year curriculums to develop in its graduates the ability to pursue successfully a vocation which will provide an acceptable standard of living and contribute to the welfare of society. The college strives through its continuing education program in the evening to provide courses of instruction for those individuals who cannot normally pursue an educational program during the day. Regular credit courses are offered in each division of the college for extended day students and adults. In addition, specialized courses and training of value and interest to adults are designed to develop an environment in which the student may attain self-realization by developing skills in the areas of his own interests, gain respect for humanity, become more capable as a producer and a consumer, and gain an understanding of and a loyalty toward democratic ideals of living. The college implements these objectives through a broad program of in-class instruction, an extensive out-of-class or extra-curricular program of activities, and through guidance programs. 1. In-class The in-class or curricular program is organized into eight divisions: Business, Education, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics and Physical Science, Physical Education, Social Science, and Technical Education. The curricular program is offered in day school, evening school, and summer school. 2. Out-of-class The out-of-class or extra-curricular program includes many activities which implement the general education objectives. Department-sponsored activities, such as: The Departments of Art, Business, English, and Photography plan and sponsor student publications. The Department of English Language and Literature and the Department of Theatre Arts plan and sponsor student publications, debating, extempore and impromptu speaking, oratory, interpretative speech, drama, radio, and television. The Department of Music plans and sponsors opera, oratorio, choir, and ensemble singing as well as orchestra, band, choral, and instrumental activities. The Department of Physical Education plans and sponsors intramurals, intercollegiate football, basketball, swimming, wrestling, boxing, skiing, tennis, track, and field sports which are designed to develop in the participant the qualities of initiative, physical fitness, and good sportsmanship; to teach self- control, team and school loyalty, and cooperation; and to provide stimulating recreation for students, faculty, and people of the community. 27 |