2009-2010 - Bowie State University

career transitions, and academic growth. The Continuing Education and External Programs unit helps to
fulfill the University’s outreach mission and facilitates access to an outstanding education for a diverse
community of adult learners within Maryland, Asia, and Europe by utilizing delivery systems and
technologies that expand access.
Continuing education forms new linkages with the community by serving audiences that are not
currently served by the university and by adding new services to the community that the university is
already serving. By so doing, the university strives to maintain a mix of private public service activities
that meet the needs of individuals and organizations. Through internal partnerships with academic
departments and administrative offices of the University, the Continuing Education and External
Programs unit offers non‐credit programs, off‐campus credit courses, contract programs, and on‐site
demand training, both as a continuing education initiative and in response to expressed needs and
demand. The University’s undergraduate and graduate course offerings provide many opportunities for
professional and personal growth, including traditional and non‐traditional courses both on‐ and offcampus.
In addition to the regular semesters on the main campus and the overseas sites in Asia and
Europe, students may earn credits in the mini‐semester and in summer school. The Portfolio Program
provides the opportunity for students to earn college credit for their life experiences. Continuing
education units (CEUs) may be earned through workshops and conferences.
Courses are offered in 16‐week sessions, meeting once a week in the evenings, on the weekends, in two
concentrated eight‐week sessions in the regular academic semester, or in workshop format, both onand
off‐campus. The workshops are designed for and geared toward the interest of working adults in
industry, government, and social service agencies.
Whether students wish to pursue a degree or a certificate, improve their professional capabilities, or
enrich their personal lives, they may choose from among the many offerings of the Continuing
Education and External Programs unit.
Additional information may be obtained from the Internet (www.bowiestate.edu), via email
(CEEP@bowiestate.edu), or by contacting the Continuing Education and External Programs Office at
301‐860‐3592.
Off‐Campus Sites
Bowie State University responds to the educational needs of employers, working adults, homemakers,
military personnel, and senior citizens by offering courses off‐campus at various locations throughout
the State. These courses are tailored to meet the demands of working adults on‐site or near the job in
the evening and on weekends, often in time‐shortened formats. Course offerings at the centers focus on
business administration, education, computer technology, and psychology, with offerings in other areas
such as communications, and biology. Center coordinators may be contacted for additional information.
Off–Campus Centers and Programs are listed below:
UMS Shady Grove Center
9640 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 738‐6043 • FAX (301) 738‐6030
Director: Mr. Jerry Isaac
(jisaac@bowiestate.edu)
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2009‐2010 Undergraduate Catalog