The School of University Studies and Academic Information Services encompasses many units and programs that support you in achieving success at Southeast and gaining the well-rounded liberal education for which Southeast is nationally-recognized. Below find information on these programs and units.
Office of the Dean
The Dean oversees operations in the various units and programs in the School. The University Studies program is within the Dean's Office which also manages the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. At Southeast Missouri State University, all students encounter the core learning experiences at the heart of each University Studies course.
University Studies Advising Center
The University Studies Advising Center (USAC) is designed for students who are exploring majors and careers, including those students who no longer want to pursue their current major. The Center works collaboratively with Learning Assistance Programs and Career Linkages to assist students with their academic and career goals.
Center for Scholarship in Teaching and Learning (CSTL)
The main faculty development office on campus, the CSTL is charged with promoting excellence in teaching, supporting effective teaching, and assisting faculty with pedagogic research and the use of instructional technology for the purpose of enhancing teaching. The center runs the Teaching Enhancement Workshop (TEW) for new faculty, oversees the administration of the IDEA Student Ratings of Instruction, provides workshops on enhancing teaching and learning, and supports instructional technology by delivering workshops, hosting instructional web servers, developing software, providing tech support and a faculty computer lab, and by equipment loans.
First Year Experience
The First-Year Experience at Southeast Missouri State University offers many programs and services to assist you during your first-year at Southeast. Find information on orientation, the UI100 First-Year Seminar Course, the University Studies Program, and other people, places and programs that support you and help ensure that your transition to Southeast will be a smooth one.
Jane Stephens Honors Programs
Students who are interested in being part of an academic community that is committed to quality and excellence will want to participate in the Jane Stephens Honors Program. Honors students at Southeast have unique opportunities that include enrolling in smaller Honors classes, learning from supportive and caring Honors faculty members who are excellent teachers as well as active scholars, and engaging in research and special projects under the guidance of the Honors faculty.
New Student Programs
New Student Programs is preparing for your arrival at one of our Southeast Orientation Programs. Please take a few moments to browse through the orientation programs available to you. Find information on First STEP Orientation, Transfer Student Orientation, opening week, FLighTs and much more.
Southeast Online
Southeast Online is your opportunity to access courses at Southeast Missouri State University when you can't always be on campus. Using a variety of technologies, we make it convenient for you to pursue an online degree or supplement your education with blended, webinar or online courses.
Testing Services
Testing Services is responsible for the coordination and administration of academic assessment and other testing programs available to Southeast students and community members. The Credit by Exam program allows students to receive university credit for knowledge gained outside the higher educational setting. Southeast also participates in national testing programs, either as a test center or as a source of information.
Center for Writing Excellence
Located in Room 412, Kent Library, Southeast’s Writing Center provides free, individualized assistance for all students, freshmen to graduate, who seek help with their writing in courses across the disciplines.