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General Education - Curriculum and Instruction Handbook

The General Education  C&I Handbook is currently under revision. Please direct any questions about procedures to Dr. Meg Mulrooney, Assoc Dean of University Studies.

Table of Contents

Introduction to General Education Curriculum Approval Process

General Education Council: Responsibilities and Membership

Philosophy and Mission

Guiding Principles for Cluster Development

General Education Curriculum Process

• Description of Endorsement Process
• Description of Approval Process

Experimental Courses Overview

Experimental Course Approval Form (In PDF)

Cluster Endorsement/Approval Overview

Cluster Endorsement / Approval Form (In PDF)

Reviewing Posting on the Curriculum Website

Curriculum Proposals