2007-2008 Academic Catalog (4-Aug-2007).indd - AUK

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AMERICAN UNIVERSITY of KUWAIT 2007-2008 ACADEMIC CATALOG AUK’s location in the Salmiya district adds an important dimension to Campus life. It is located within walking distance of the country’s most renowned restaurants, coffee shops, shopping malls, and movie theaters, as well as the seafront and the Scientific Center of Kuwait. The Salmiya district is active, lively, and secure. Segregation As per law no. 34 of 2000 on the “Establishment of Private Universities: in the State of Kuwait (Article6), private universities/colleges and branches of foreign universities shall abide by the following: 1) Operate its buildings to ensure gender segregation in all departments, disciplines and students activities. 2) Observe Islamic values and time-honored traditions in relation to students’ costumes and activities. A Safe and Substance-Free Campus AUK offers 24-hour security service to ensure the safety of its community. The laws of the country prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages and the use of drugs. AUK has a zero tolerance policy towards the use of alcohol or any narcotic substance. Any person who is found guilty of alcohol consumption or substance abuse is subject to immediate expulsion from the University. Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted in University buildings or vehicles. The Administration Building The Administration Building includes the Board of Trustees Office, the Office of the President, and the Office of Executive Director of Finance and Administration. Additionally, the administration building houses the following departments: the Human Resources, Finance, Campus Services, Public Relations and Marketing, and the AUK Bookstore. The Academic Buildings There are two major academic buildings on campus, one of which was new for the 2006-2007 academic year The Liberal Arts Building. Most of the University’s classrooms and computer laboratories, and all the faculty offices are located in these buildings. Student Affairs, along with a Starbucks café, are located in the Sciences Building. The Liberal Arts Building houses the Information Technology Department in addition to having an auditorium, a cafeteria (The Diner), and an open computer laboratory. ACADEMIC RESOURCES University Library The mission of the Library at the American University of Kuwait is to support and advance 20
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY of KUWAIT 2007-2008 ACADEMIC CATALOG education by facilitating access to scholarly collections and information resources. To achieve this mission, the Library provides access to print and electronic information resources and offers information literacy workshops and lectures to students and faculty. This opens the door for Library users to browse through the spectrum of information resources as they seek to achieve their educational aspirations. The University Library occupies a beautiful, two-story modern space. It is a state-of-the-art, electronically wired building. The Library houses a collection of books and periodicals in English, Arabic and other languages related to the disciplines and degree programs that the University offers. The Library also has reference books, journals and media materials (DVDs, videotapes, audiotapes, etc.) to support course work. The Library is fully computerized and has online subscriptions to academic and intellectual journals needed for classroom instruction and academic research. Within the Library, there are computer workstations that allow access to the Library’s online catalog and electronic databases, as well as the Internet. All Library resources are available to members of the AUK community and other authorized users. As an important resource for learning, teaching and research, the University Library provides academic support for students, faculty and staff to help them identify, locate and use the Library’s resources. The Library staff coordinates collection development, cataloging and utilization of print and electronic resources. A valid AUK I.D. is required for Library use. In addition to the above, the Library maintains a Reserve section for instructional purposes. Faculty can place course materials on Reserve, which are then available for use for a limited time period within the building. The University Library is distinguished by its emphasis on the student and the learning experience. As knowledge in all disciplines changes, one of the primary tasks of the Library user is the mastery of information strategies and skills that are transferable across subject areas and practical for a lifetime. The University Library attempts to provide students, faculty and staff with the tools and skills necessary to enhance their learning experiences, to increase their efficiency in retrieving, creating and communicating scholarly information, and to become life-long learners. Student Success Center The Student Success Center, a department within the Division of Student Affairs, provides academic, personal and career support to all currently enrolled students. Programs include academic advisement, early warning, peer tutoring, supplemental instruction, career counseling, personal counseling, healthy student living, and disability services. Students can also receive assistance with time management, study habits, and note taking skills. Testing Center The Testing Center, a department within the Division of Student Affairs, provides a quiet and calm atmosphere needed for test taking. Some of the services provided include University Placement Testing, proctoring on behalf of faculty, hosting TOEFL testing, walk-in testing; 21
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