It is designed as an introduction to college life and is intended for freshmen and new transfer students. The Office of Academic Affairs is the administrative unit which houses UNI 101. Student credit hours are distributed to the instructor's department. Students choose the appropriate section in consultation with an academic advisor, usually during Orientation. Our hope is that students who take UNI 101 will make a successful transition to college and will be better equipped to face the academic challenges at the University and the social and cultural adjustments of adult life.
Instructors have a great deal of flexibility in how the course is taught.
For continuity, we would like for students to have some common learning experiences in University 101. The reality is that campus resources would be greatly strained if everyone seeks support services at the same time. Therefore, the syllabus for UNI 101 is divided into four units with suggestions for approximate times when each should be taught. We hope this will provide the continuity and the flexibility. At Marshall, University 101 courses across the university are taught by faculty, staff, and administrators.