University Activities

This course explores and integrates topics of relevance for a more successful transition to university academic and social life. Along with gaining a better understanding of LMU's values, topics such as time management, learning strategies, self-understanding, and career and life choices will be addressed. Health issues such as stress, substance use and abuse, and general wellness are also examined. This course is required of all new freshmen with less than 15 credits of college credit. Given the goals of this course, AP, CLEP, dual enrollment, and online courses may not be included in the calculation of the 15 credits necessary to be exempt from this course. University Honors Scholars may substitute HNRS 100. Fall/Spring.

Participation in the Student Government Association (SGA). Requires regular attendance at SGA meetings, service on a minimum of three committees, and presentation of two bills. Open to all LMU students regardless of election as a representative. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member of the staff of the LMU student newspaper, The Blue and Gray. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member of the staff of the LMU student yearbook, Railsplitter. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member (player or staff) of the varsity soccer/volleyball team. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member (player or staff) of the varsity baseball/softball team. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Activity Courses Sport/exercise fundamentals, rules, etiquette, and skills for lifelong physical activity. These are all given a grade as Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member (player or staff) of the varsity basketball team. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member(player or staff) of the varsity cheerleading squad. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member(player or staff) of the varsity cross country team. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member(player or staff) of the varsity golf team. May be repeated to a total 4credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Participation and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member(player or staff) of the varsity tennis team. May be repeated to a total 4 credit hours applicable to degree requirements. Prerequisite: consent of appropriate athletic coach. Graded Pass/Fail.

Interest and aptitude inventories, resume writing, job searching, use of the web, career fairs, interviewing, company visits, etiquette and ethics, networking, negotiating, relocation/travel issues, and first year job survival. Requires use of computers to complete course objectives

The primary porpose of this course is to facilitate learning opportunities, which provide students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to become effective Lincoln Ambassadors. In addition, the course will aid in the developement of leadership skills and competencies, which are essential to enhancing the social and interpersonal development of others. Finally, grounded in student development theories, the course will examine the role of the Lincoln Ambassador in the University community and in the matriculation and retention process for new students. The prerequisites for this class include: 1. Having earned a B or higher in UACT 100. 2. Completing an interview for the Lincoln Ambassador position and being selected to enroll in the course.

This course examines the roles and responsibilities of the Resident Assistant. It reviews the history of residence halls. Course study includes understanding and working with college students, confrontation and crisis management, social issues, educational outreach, and Resident Assistant survival skills. The course reveals the importance of retention, knowing LMU resources, proper check-in/check-out procedures, enforcing rules and following correct emergency procedures.

This course will teach online reviewing and editing skills. Students will be assessed on their production of the Wolfpen Journal in this course. 1-3 credits. Requirements will vary based on number of credits students take and their role in the course. Prerequisite: ENGL-101, ENGL-102

This course is to be taken for elective credit by students considering law school and the legal profession. (Fall or Spring)