Morrison School of Agribusiness and Resource Management

East College

College of Technology and Applied Sciences

Department of Aeronautical Management Technology

Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology

Department of Information and Management Technology

Department of Manufacturing and Aeronautical Engineering Technology

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Arizona State University East was established in 1996 at the former Williams Air Force Base, 23 miles southeast of ASU Main. There, ASU East and its educational partners have created the Williams Campus—a residential academic community focused on meeting the needs of students, business, industry, and the larger community. The 600-acre Williams Campus offers a small college environment, with access to the amenities of a major metropolitan area and the resources of a major research university.

ASU East offers degree programs that help students develop knowledge and skills they need for success in their professional, civic, and personal lives in the 21st century. Fourteen baccalaureate degree programs, four master’s degree programs, and one certificate program can be completed at ASU East, with additional programs in the planning stages. (See the “ASU East Baccalaureate Degrees and Majors” table.) The College of Technology and Applied Sciences offers a master’s degree and a range of bachelor’s programs in high demand areas of technology, the only programs of their kind in Arizona. The unique bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agribusiness offered by the faculty in the Morrison School of Agribusiness and Resource Management lead to careers in one of the fastest growing sectors of global business. The Environmental Resources degrees offered through the Morrison School provide opportunities to study wilderness areas and urban habitats and how people’s activities affect the regenerative ability of natural resources. East College offers a range of supporting courses for all ASU East programs and bachelor’s degrees with majors in Business Administration, Applied Psychology, Family Resources and Human Development, Elementary Education, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Students who are uncertain of their major may start college at ASU East as East College/No Preference majors.

Although it is a young campus, ASU East has already developed significant student-centered innovations in higher education that have earned national recognition.

ASU East assumed leadership in Arizona in developing and offering the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree, a program designed specifically as a career progression degree for students holding the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The B.A.S. emphasizes management, leadership, and communication skills, along with additional technical course work.

ASU East has also developed an innovative academic partnership with Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC). This partnership combines the strengths of the two institutions to provide ASU students with high quality education in a cost-effective way. CGCC provides lower-division general education and major prerequisite courses that are directly equivalent to ASU courses and transfer automatically. ASU East provides both lower- and upper-division courses in the major and upper-division general studies and general interest courses. Through the partnership, students can get at the Williams Campus all the courses needed to graduate in four years with an ASU baccalaureate degree, generally at some savings in tuition.

New facilities, new programs, and new opportunities are constantly emerging at ASU East. The campus is easily accessible via major interstate routes. See the map. For the latest information, call 480/727-EAST (3278) or check the Web site at www.east.asu.edu.

Accreditation

The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation of ASU Main includes ASU East. In addition, ASU East programs in Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, and Manufacturing Engineering Technology are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (TAC of ABET). For more information, call 410/347-7700 or write

TECHNOLOGY ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
  OF THE ACCREDITATION BOARD FOR
  ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY INC

111 MARKET PLACE SUITE 1050

BALTIMORE MD 21202-7102

ACADEMIC ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION

The chief operating and academic officer of ASU East is the provost. There are two colleges and one school at ASU East administered by deans. These academic units develop and implement the teaching, research, and service programs of the institution. Additional support for the academic mission of the campus is provided by Library Services and Information Technology, each administered by a director. See “ASU East Faculty and Academic Professionals” and “Academic Organization.”

ADMISSION

Nondegree Students. Nondegree students may take courses at ASU East according to the special provisions under “Admission of Undergraduate Nondegree Applicants.”

Degree-Seeking Students. Degree-seeking students must meet the university admissions standards set by the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR). Any student admitted to ASU may take courses at ASU East. To be admitted to an ASU East degree program, the student must meet undergraduate admissions requirements and the specific admission requirements of the ASU East program. A student who is admitted to an ASU East degree program is defined as an ASU East student.

For more admissions information and applications to ASU East degree programs, call 480/727-EAST (3278) or visit or write

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

PO BOX 870112

TEMPE AZ 85287-0112

Transfer Among ASU Campuses

Degree-seeking students currently enrolled at either ASU Main or ASU West who want to relocate to an ASU East degree program should contact the OASIS at ASU East, the Office of the Registrar at ASU Main, or the Admissions and Records Office at ASU West for appropriate procedures. All credit earned at any ASU campus automatically transfers to ASU East. Students should consult with their ASU East major advisor to determine how this credit applies to their major and graduation requirements. Students should be aware that certain requirements (e.g., the minimum number of upper-division semester hours to graduate) may differ among campuses.

TRANSFER CREDIT

Courses taken from Chandler-Gilbert Community College through the Partnership in Baccalaureate Education are automatically transferred to ASU East each semester. These courses and courses taken at other Arizona public community colleges transfer according to equivalencies established in the current Arizona Higher Education Course Equivalence Guide. (Transfer guides are available at www.asu.edu/provost/articulation.) The acceptability and applicability of courses transferred from other universities and community colleges is determined by ASU Main Undergraduate Admissions in consultation with the faculty or academic advisor of the student’s choice of major.

Joint Admission Continuous Enrollment (JAC) Courses

Omnibus Courses: See omnibus courses that may be offered.

ADVISING

Students are encouraged to take advantage of the skill and knowledge of the advising professionals available to them in the academic units and to seek academic advising early.

For more information or to schedule an advising session, contact an academic advisor (see the “Academic Advising”table below).

DEGREE PROGRAMS

See the “ASU East Baccalaureate Degrees and Majors” table. For graduate degrees, see the “ASU East Graduate Degrees and Majors” table.

CAMPUS AND STUDENT SERVICES

ASU East is a student-centered campus that offers many of the features of a small college in a rural area while providing access to the resources of a major research university and the amenities of a large metropolitan area. The campus includes excellent educational facilities: modern classrooms and laboratories, a 21st-century electronic library, and state-of-the-art computer equipment. Other amenities include a learning center, child care services, campus union, bookstore, copy center, and free parking. A shuttle service provides transportation between ASU East, Mesa Community College, and ASU Main. An additional shuttle is available for transportation from ASU Main to ASU West.

Enrollment Services—OASIS

The OASIS provides one-stop services for admission, financial aid, business services, and registration. Conveniently located in the Academic Center Building, students find personnel ready to assist them with registration processes, tuition payment, financial assistance information, student employment, ASU Sun Cards (photo IDs), and parking information.

Student Support Services

Staff provide new student advising orientation programs, workshops, academic advising for undeclared majors, support for clubs and organizations, international and multicultural students, students with disabilities, and tutoring services and referrals. Staff also provide career advising and assessment, career planning workshops, career exploration software programs, and internship information.

Williams Campus Housing and Residential Life

Campus housing is located in several academic villages designed to support and promote student academic success. Family resident assistants live and work in the homes and resident assistants live and work in the residence halls. There are many opportunities for students to be involved in leadership positions in residential life programs.

Residence Halls. Residence halls offer 160 large private rooms, which feature a private bath and a shared kitchenette that includes a microwave and a refrigerator. Students may elect to share a room with another student if they prefer.

Homes. More than 600 homes with two to five bedrooms are located on campus. Homes include all appliances, carports, and storage. Single and married students, as well as faculty and staff living with their families make their home at the Williams Campus. For more information, call 480/727-1700.

Library Services

Strong resources and personal service define the ASU East Library. As a primarily electronic research library, it is designed to take maximum advantage of new technology. Electronic indexes, catalogs, and journals support study and research in many fields, with an emphasis on the majors offered at ASU East. While the library acquires materials in all formats, by intention it prefers electronic text. Thousands of periodicals are available digitally in all subjects, while those that remain in print form can be obtained by the library quickly. Documents in electronic form can be delivered directly to students’ desks by e-mail or fax. Most publications not available on campus may be obtained overnight. While most come from the other campuses of ASU, the library can obtain publications from anywhere in the world. The library’s Web address is eastlib.east.asu.edu.

Computing Services

With more than 75 workstations, the Computing Commons at ASU East provides general computing access through the campus network to the Internet and ASU Main computer services, including e-mail and general purpose computing. The IT East department provides specialized software and systems to meet the particular needs of the ASU East programs. In addition, IT East provides computer classrooms and audiovisual material to support the campus academic programs. IT East has a staff of support personnel to aid the campus community’s computing needs, including Web development.

Williams Campus Union

The Campus Union is the center of the campus community, serving students, faculty, staff, and guests. Union facilities include meeting and study rooms, a ballroom, TV lounge, coffee bar, and a game room. Programs and services such as movie nights, ice cream socials, dances, and holiday parties complement the educational mission of the Williams Campus and enhance the quality of campus life. The union is staffed primarily by students, providing them the opportunity to develop leadership skills and a customer service orientation. For more information, call 480/727-1098.

Learning Center

In the Learning Center, undergraduate and graduate students can study, conduct research and access writing assistance, subject-area tutoring, and computer-assisted instruction. Staff members also provide workshops and in-class presentations on writing, presentation, and study skills. Located in the Academic Center Building, the Learning Center offers a convenient and quiet study location for individual students and study groups. Leisure reading is encouraged by offering recycled paperback books and magazines to borrow and comfortable furnishings in which to relax. All Learning Center services are free to enrolled students. For more information or to schedule a tutoring appointment, call 480/727-1452.

Recreational Facilities and Services

The Williams Campus Fitness Center is equipped with state-of-the-art weight training and cardiovascular machines, racquetball courts, and a gymnasium. Trained exercise professionals are on hand daily to provide personal training assistance. A variety of health, fitness, and sports classes are also offered at the Fitness Center. For students who prefer outdoor sports activities, the campus has basketball and tennis courts, soccer/football fields, baseball fields, a running track, and swimming pool. For more information, call 480/988-8400.

Student Health Services

Health services for ASU East students are provided by the Veteran’s Administration Medical Center located at the Williams Campus. Services include primary assessment and treatment of health problems and injuries, physical examinations and immunizations, women’s health care, diagnostic tests, laboratory tests/X-rays, and a pharmacy. Health education and counseling, smoking cessation counseling, and wellness and health assessments are also available. Student registration fees cover the cost of office visits for full-time ASU East students. Part-time students pay a nominal fee. Some office procedures and laboratory tests require additional charges. Health insurance is not required to use the health services; however, it is strongly advised for all students and is required for international students. For more information, call 602/222-6568.

Page Last Updated: Tuesday, February 26, 2002

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