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College of Liberal Arts

CSSA 551 – Foundations of Student Affairs (3)

Explores the historical, philosophical, and organizational foundations of student affairs through critical perspectives. Investigates the core mission and purpose of student affairs and how these objectives change over time in response to broader social, cultural, political, and economic forces. Probes the expansive offerings across the profession and the persistent challenges practitioners face. Considers theories and practices that improve the learning, development, and career preparation for diverse and underrepresented students. This course may be subject to Enforced Prerequisites that restrict registration into the course. Check the offerings below for more information.

For more information, contact OSU Ecampus at 800-667-1465 (option 1) or ecampus.ess@oregonstate.edu.

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TermCRNSecCrP/NInstructorTypeStatusCapAvailWL CapWL Avail
Sp26600484003StaffOnline Open202000
Registration Restrictions
Campus Restrictions: -C (Corv)
Class Notes: Campus restrictions end Monday of Week 10  [ Textbooks]
Syllabus: Available in Canvas to students enrolled in this course. Or contact department to request syllabus.
Find textbooks for CSSA 551 at the OSU Beaver Store (current term only). For questions related to course materials, contact the OSU Beaver Store.

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= Signifies that fees may apply to the course.
+ = Include restriction.
- = Exclude restriction.
* = Prereq may be taken prior to or simultaneously with this course.