A questionnaire designed to capture demographic data and information about the expectations of entering students is in the final stages of development. Pilot test administrations have been carried out at the RUSS institutions. Preliminary results are being analyzed, presently. These will take place October and November 1999. All full-time freshmen are required to enroll in a Learning Community section.
Teams are responsible for course design, delivery and assessment.
In 1999, more than 100 will be offered. The general education program, University Studies, is required of all students. Freshman Inquiry is an integrated curriculum developed by interdisciplinary faculty teams. While course content varies, each Inquiry course incorporates core skills. Students are enrolled for the entire year in both this course and a mentor led section that is intended to support the formation of a student community for newcomers to Portland State.