Comprehensive
Standard 3.4.2
The
Institution’s continuing education, outreach, and service programs are
consistent with the institution’s mission. (Continuing education/service programs)
Judgement: Compliant
Narrative:
The University of South Carolina Upstate (USC Upstate) encourages academic units to offer continuing education, outreach, and service programs consistent with the University’s metropolitan mission and the specific expertise of the academic area. Outreach programs, regardless of delivery method or site, are reviewed to ensure that offerings are consistent with unit mission and priorities.
At the University level, the Metropolitan Studies Institute provides outreach and research services directly in support of the University metropolitan mission. These high profile projects raise the visibility of the institution. Outreach programs are also tied to the mission of each academic unit and examples are listed below:
Support Documents: