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Special Opportunities to Help Adult Students Adjust to College Life

An Adult Ed Orientation is scheduled each semester to give you the opportunity to learn about the various resources available to you as an Anderson University student (i.e., Career and Employment, Counseling Services, Kissinger Learning Center, etc.) It is also a wonderful opportunity to meet other adult students and share the excitement of returning to school.

Introduction to College is a required course that students 25 and older must take if they transfer in less than 24 credit hours. This course is an excellent starter course. It helps you to adjust to the challenges of college and allows you the opportunity to develop essential skills like how to study, how to understand your textbook, how to deal with test anxiety, how to take good notes, time management, and critical thinking skills. This two credit hour class should be taken during your first semester. You will be challenged but also encouraged and supported by other new Adult Ed students who have similar needs and responsibilities.

ACES (Adult and Continuing Ed Support) is an organization designed to provide academic and social support for adult students. Through monthly meetings and social activities, changes in policies and procedures are addressed, advice about classes are given, relationships are formed, and the keys to succeeding at AU are given out one conversation at a time.

Other Opportunities for Lifelong Learning

The Center for Lifelong Learning develops and customizes creative non-credit opportunities to meet the needs of organizations and individuals in the community. It promotes personal growth and encourages individuals of all ages to experience the joy of lifelong learning through personal enrichment programs.

Continuing education enrichment courses, workshops, seminars, and conferences are an integral part of the Center for Lifelong Learning. These non-credit experiences are designed to provide area residents and alumni with lifelong opportunities for personal growth, skill enhancement, and professional development.

Special Contracts

The School of Adult Learning contracts with local corporations, non-profit organizations, educational agencies and other professional associations to provide professional education and training specifically designed to meet the needs of employees in their organizations.