Message from the Assistant Dean

 

 


Welcome to the diverse and exciting world of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. Each student entering the College is beginning a journey of unprecedented opportunity.

From quantitative reasoning to creative expression, from
argumentative writing skills to the study of race and ethnicity, from courses in western and non-western cultures to evolutionary anthropology, neuroscience, economics, and astronomy from learning a second language to studying abroad, the College of LSA offers you a wide range of experiences to help you understand, prepare for, and learn to lead in the world around us.

Whether you are about to embark on your journey or now catching sight of your final port, let me invite you to take full advantage of the many services, resources, and opportunities offered by the College, both academic and otherwise. Some of you will be connected with the Comprehensive Studies Program, Honors Program, or Residential College Program, each of which provides academic advising, guidance, and support for its own students. Most of you will be in the main stream, and whether or not you have chosen to participate in one of the learning communities, you will receive academic advising in the Newnan LSA Advising Center. The Advising Center is home base for all your advising needs and serves as a link to academic information from throughout the College and University.

Although the myriad choices available to you can be overwhelming and confusing, advisors throughout the College can help guide your successful navigation. Advisors encourage and nurture your active participation in the pursuit of your academic goals and aspirations and can play a major role as mentor while you journey through your undergraduate years. We all are intent on making your student learning experience the most challenging, exciting, and rewarding one it can be. Many tell us it is transformative.

Finally, as a student in LSA you are accountable for your choices. Be an informed decision maker. Act with integrity. Think about your educational choices. Read this Bulletin. Visit our Website. Talk with faculty. Read the LSA Course Guides. Visit the Newnan LSA Advising Center. Seek assistance as you proceed. And whether the waters you face seem rough or smooth, return as often as you like. We are here to support your intellectual and personal development. By your active involvement you will grow to understand the true meaning of a liberal arts education. Take full advantage of the rich opportunities available to you in the College.

We look forward to engaging your own ideas and thoughts as you join our community of scholars. Welcome to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.



Esrold A. Nurse, Assistant Dean
LS&A Student Academic Affairs