Athens State University

Athens Female College was transformed into a co-educational institution of higher learning in 1931 and became known merely as Athens College. In June 1975, the Alabama State Board of Education accepted Athens College into the state educational system. Following its acceptance, the Alabama State Legislature appropriated funds for the operation of the newly minted Athens State College to serve the graduates of state junior, community, and technical colleges and institutes. Finally, in 1998, a bill was passed to rename the College as Athens State University to reflect its growth and change over the years.

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As the only institution in the state of Alabama offering upper division educational services, Athens State University continues to enjoy the important and unique position that it has always occupied within the community. With a firm history upon which to build its foundation, Athens State’s colorful past has supplied the Institution with the tools necessary to continue serving Alabama far into the future.

Athens State University, offering coursework at the junior and senior level, is the baccalaureate degree granting institution of the Alabama Community College System. Governed under the authority of the Alabama State Board of Education, and in conjunction with the other institutions of the Alabama Community College System, Athens State University provides affordable education in an environment which recognizes diversity and nurtures the discovery and application of knowledge. Located in northern Alabama, Athens State University acknowledges a commitment to primarily serve transfer students of the Alabama Community College System as well as students from other accredited institutions of higher education. The University prepares students for professional careers, graduate school, lifelong learning, and enrichment. The University, through quality teaching, individual attention, and a varied course delivery system, assists students in the timely achievement of their professional and career goals. In addition, Athens State University offers programs of continuing education and community services that provide a variety of cultural and professional opportunities.

Academics

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The College of Arts and Science curricula are designed to prepare students for entry into the job market or for continuing education in graduate or professional school. Through its course offerings, the College seeks to engage the intellect, excite the imagination, improve the scholarship of its students, and assist its students in developing:

 • Competencies in written and oral communication

 • Appreciation of their cultural heritage and

   understanding of their world

 • A knowledge base conducive to self growth and

   enriched life experiences

 • Fundamental knowledge, research skills, and    computer literacy essential to lifelong learning

Business

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The College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) and its curriculum complies with the Common Professional Component (CPC) recommended by the ACBSP.  Instruction offered by the College of Business is designed to prepare students to become competent and effective professionals in the areas of accounting and management.  Students completing a degree program offered by the College of Business will possess the following skills and competencies:

•  Knowledge of accounting, finance, management, management information systems,  global business, strategic management, marketing, and production theories and concepts.

•  Knowledge of accounting, finance, management, management information systems,  global business, strategic management, marketing, and production theories and concepts.

• Knowledge of technology, as it relates to business.

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• A knowledge of the global economy including an understanding of diversity

• A knowledge of and ability to use effective managerial, leadership, and group interaction

    techniques.

• An ability to effectively use critical thinking and decision-making techniques.

• An ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

• An understanding of ethical issues and the importance of maintaining ethical standards.

Several specialized areas of study are available as minors in the Accounting, Management and Management of Technology majors (aviation management, acquisitions and contract management, health care management, human resources management, information systems management, international business, marketing, small business/entrepreneurship).  In cooperation with the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business participates in interdisciplinary programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science degree with majors in CIS and Health Science.

Education

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The program is approved by the Alabama State Department of Education and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Students are advised and assisted in each phase of their preparation program. The College of Education offers an undergraduate degree leading to Class B Certification in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Health Education, Physical Education, Special Education, and Secondary Trade and Industry. The College of Education also offers high school certification in the following College of Arts and Sciences degrees: Biology, Chemistry, English/Language Arts, History, Mathematics, and Social Sciences. In addition, the College of Education offers a Career Technical Training Program in Vocational Education.

All programs are designed to assist students in acquiring knowledge and abilities to become teachers who are effective communicators; knowledgeable scholars, positive and supportive professionals; resourceful curriculum planners; skilled facilitators of development growth; student-center, reflective instructors; capable classroom managers; competent evaluators; advocates of technology; stewards of diversity; and lifelong learners.

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“I could have chosen Athens State University because of its convenience and flexibility of schedule, but my main reason was because of its reputation for producing workplace ready graduates.”

Lindsay Slims