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Larrey, Martin F., Estanek, Sandra M. – New Directions for Student Services, 1999
Highlights development of a comprehensive core curriculum program at Ursuline College in Ohio in which the curriculum is integrated, interdisciplinary, and sequential, and embodies both learning and developmental goals. Several themes are identified that can be relevant to any college: (1) importance of theory, (2) importance of mission, (3)…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Demonstration Programs, Higher Education

Schroeder, Charles C.; Minor, Frankie D.; Tarkow, Theodore A. – New Directions for Student Services, 1999
Outlines effective partnership for promoting student success through the creation of residential learning communities called Freshman Interest Groups (FIGs). Answers questions on how collaboration got started, how the need for such was determined, what form it took, problems encountered, and how the program was evaluated. Recommendations for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Freshmen, College Programs, College Students