THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT ASHEVILLE

FACULTY SENATE

Senate Document Number 1310S

Date of Senate Approval 01/21/10

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Statement of Faculty Senate Action:

EC 2: Student Learning Outcomes

Effective Date: Immediately

This proposal was prepared under the guidance of Dean Lisa Friedenberg. Previous versions have been disseminated on three occasions (August 17, 2009, October 4, 2009 and November 5, 2009) to the faculty and the campus community for general feedback and comment.

The proposed set of student learning outcomes is designed to serve as a general framework for academic departments and programs. Once these learning outcomes are approved, each department will identify those outcomes that are relevant to its mission, and will develop appropriate metrics to measure the progress towards the chosen outcomes. It is not expected that each department develop action goals for each outcome.

Preamble

UNC Asheville students participate in curricular, co-curricular, and community learning environments characterized by exemplary teaching, innovative scholarship, creative expression, undergraduate research, engaged service, and practical experience.

Outcome 1
Students develop skills in critical thinking, clear and thoughtful communication, creative expression, and honest open inquiry.

Outcome 2
Students develop mastery of a specific major and an understanding of the connections among disciplines.

Outcome 3
Students develop respect for the differences among people and ideas, and learn to clarify and articulate their own values.

Outcome 4
Students learn both the concepts and value of economic, social and environmental sustainability.

Outcome 5
Students demonstrate that they are responsible, engaged citizens.

Outcome 6
Students are prepared to engage in lifelong learning.