University Foundations

The over-arching purpose of University foundations courses is to help students make successful transitions to the institution and develop strategies for success. These courses encourage the development of active learning skills, promote responsible decision-making, facilitate exploration of academic majors and career planning, and help students establish rewarding human relationships in college with peers, professors, and University staff. University Studies courses support student academic success and that provide structured opportunities for out-of-class learning.

The School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Professional Development administers four academic courses designed specifically for new students, UNV 101 , UNV 110 , and UNV 112  for new freshmen and UNV 301  for new transfers. These courses are intended to facilitate students’ transition to University life and seek to provide a common experience for first-year students at The University of Southern Mississippi, regardless of major. All courses are three-credit hours and letter-graded that may be used to fulfill degree requirements. The University of Southern Mississippi strongly encourages all new students to enroll in the appropriate seminar (UNV 101 , UNV 110 , or UNV 301 ) during their first semester of enrollment.

1. UNV 100  orientation for incoming students
2. UNV 101  academic support
3. UNV 110  for new freshman
4. UNV 112  for PASS scholars
5. UNV 140  for study abroad
6. UNV 150  decision-making and goal-setting course
7. UNV 250  strategic learning
8. UNV 300  professionalism and integrity course
9. UNV 301  for new transfer students
10. UNV 310  job-seeking skills course
11. UNV 312  mentor training course
12. UNV 315  for resident assistants
13. UNV 325  for peer educators