University Studies

The University Studies Program consists of several courses that support student academic success and that provide structured opportunities for out-of-class learning. The over-arching purpose of our programs is to help students make successful transitions. These courses encourage the development of active learning skills, promote responsible decision making, facilitate exploration of academic majors and career planning, and help students establish rewarding human relationships in college with peers, professors, and the university staff.

University 101 and University 301

The Student Success Center administers two academic courses designed specifically for new students, UNV 101 for new freshmen and UNV 301 for new transfers. These courses are intended to facilitate students’ transition to university life and seek to provide a common experience for first-year students at Southern Miss, regardless of major. Both courses are a two-hour, letter-graded course that may be used to fulfill degree requirements at Southern Miss. Southern Miss strongly encourages all new students to enroll in the appropriate seminar (UNV 101 or UNV 301) during their first semester of enrollment.

• UNV 101. University 101. Introduction to higher education and a general orientation to the functions and resources of the university. Encourages development of active learning skills and promotes responsible decision-making. Open to new freshmen.
• UNV 301. Transfer Student Success at Southern Miss. Exploration of transition issues for new transfer students to Southern Miss, including strategies for minimizing "transfer shock" and maximizing academic success at this research university. Open to new transfer students.