| Albany
State University
Albany,
Georgia
Albany State
University, a historically black institution in Southwest Georgia,
has been a catalyst for change in the region from its inception
as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute to its designation
as a university. Founded in 1903 to educate African American youth,
the University proudly continues to fulfill its historic mission
while also serving the educational needs of an increasingly diverse
student population.
A progressive
institution, Albany State University seeks to foster the growth
and development of the region, state and nation through teaching,
research, creative expression and public service. Through its
collaborative efforts, the University responds to the needs of
all its constituents and offers educational programs and service
to improve the quality of life in Southwest Georgia.
The primary mission
of Albany State University is to educate students to become outstanding
contributors to society. Offering Bachelor's, Master's and Education
Specialist degrees and a variety of non-degree educational programs,
the University emphasizes the liberal arts as the foundation for
all learning by exposing students to the humanities, fine arts,
social sciences and the sciences. Global learning is fostered
through a broad-based curriculum, diverse University activities
and the expanding use of technology.
A leader in teacher
education, nursing, criminal justice, business, public administration
and the sciences, Albany State provides a comprehensive educational
experience with quality instruction as the hallmark of all its
academic programs. The University embraces the concept of "students
first" as a core institutional value. The University advocates
the total development of students, especially the under served,
and provides a wholesome academic environment in which students
can study, learn and develop through their interaction with fellow
students, faculty, staff, administrators, visiting scholars and
community leaders.
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