The course helps new students adjust to the University, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential academic survival skills. It also provides students a support group in a critical year by examining problems common to the new-student experience. Extensive reading and writing assignments relevant to the student's college experience are required. Organized in small groups of 20-25 students, University 101 is taught by faculty members and administrative personnel who have a special interest in working with new students. The course may be taken as part of a student's regular load or as an overload.
Course credit is awarded on a letter-grade basis.
Credit is applicable as elective credit toward almost all baccalaureate degrees offered by the University. Studies at the University of South Carolina provides students with the opportunity to learn about the achievements, experiences, and perspectives of women in various disciplines throughout the curriculum. Because of its interdisciplinary focus, the courses offered through Women's Studies are not restricted to one college at the University. In addition to individual courses, students may elect to pursue a minor or cognate in Women's Studies. A student may also pursue an emphasis in the field through the Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies degree program.