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Georgia Southern University Fact Books Office of Student Affairs Georgia Southern University Digital Commons@Georgia Southern Georgia Southern University Fact Books Office of Student Affairs 2007 Georgia Southern University Fact Book Georgia Southern University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/fact-book Part of the Higher Education Commons Recommended Citation Georgia Southern University, "Georgia Southern University Fact Book" (2007). Georgia Southern University Fact Books. 4. https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/fact-book/4 This other is brought to you for free and open access by the Office of Student Affairs at Digital Commons@Georgia Southern. It has been accepted for inclusion in Georgia Southern University Fact Books by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons@Georgia Southern. For more information, please contact [email protected]. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT POST OFFICE BOX 8033 STATESBORO, GEORGIA 30460-8033 TELEPHONE (912) 478-5211 FAX (912) 478-0598 TDD (912) 478-1454 From the President I am pleased to present the 2007-08 edition of the Georgia Southern University Fact Book. This publication is the definitive source of information that chronicles the University’s progress over the past year as we continue toward fulfillment of Georgia Southern’s Strategic Plan, which is included as an appendix. As Georgia Southern enters its second century of service, the University has transcended the expectations of its pioneering founders to become a driving force in the region, state and throughout the coastal Southeast. In addition, we are now connect- ing with students throughout the country and the world with the launch of our online degree programs. These programs enable students to earn a Georgia Southern degree without ever having to travel to campus. Our student body’s scholastic achievement is at an all-time high. As Georgia Southern looks to the future, the University con- tinues to expand, adding high-tech facilities to our student-centered campus and new degree programs and outreach initiatives benefiting the people and economic development of our region, state and beyond. The University’s faculty and student body continue to bring academic distinction to the institution through ongoing research, scholarship and community service. This Fact Book offers information on a diverse array of topics. How big is Georgia Southern? What are the demographics of our student body? Where do our alumni live and work? What is our impact on the local economy? How does Georgia Southern compare with other institutions within the University System of Georgia? The data clearly document our strengths and pro- gress. I hope you will find the 2007-08 Fact Book a useful reference as you learn more about Georgia Southern University. Sincerely, Bruce Grube President A UNIT OF THE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION Georgia Southern University Fact Book 2007—2008 1 From the Editor This eighteenth edition of the Georgia Southern University Fact Book provides a point of reference for your convenience. It is based on Fall census data and where appropriate fiscal year data, as well as historical data in selected cases. In addition to the general information about Georgia Southern University, its history and its progress, this book provides data on our students, faculty and staff, and services. Many people on campus offered their time, expertise, and information in the preparation of this document. It could not have been completed without their support. Any comments or suggestions for the improvement of this document are welcome. Paul Wilver, Assistant Director, Decision Support Systems and Project Lead Strategic Research and Analysis Office of Strategic Research and Analysis Staff Dr. Jayne Perkins Brown, Associate Vice President Dr. Mike Jordan, Associate Director, Assessment Mary Poe, Research Analyst Patrick Roberts, Research Analyst Pat Bonner, Administrative Secretary 2 Georgia Southern University Fact Book 2007—2008 Table of Contents From the President ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 From the Editor …………………………………………………………….……….………………………………. 2 Table of Contents ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 2007 - 2008 Year Highlights ..………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Summary of Facts - Fall 2007 …………………...…………………………………………………………………. 9 General Information Profile of Georgia Southern University …………………………………………………………………………... 10 Mission Statement ………………………………………………………………………………………………... 11 Vision Statement …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11 Administration The University System of Georgia ……………………………………………………………………………….. 12 The Board of Regents …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13 Regents’ Central Office Staff …………………………………………………………………………………….. 13 Georgia Southern University Organization ………………………………………………………………………. 14 Georgia Southern University Organization Chart ………………………………………………………………... 16 Past Presidents ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17 Admissions Admission Standards ……………………………………………………………………………………………... 18 College Preparatory Curriculum Requirements for Freshman Admission, Fall 2007 …………………………… 18 Applications for Admission, Fall 2006 & Fall 2007 classes ……………………………………………………... 19 Beginning Freshmen Applications Accepted and Accepted/Enrolled, Fall 2006 and Fall 2007 ….……………… 19 Distribution of SAT Scores for Fall Term Beginning Freshmen ………………………………………………… 20 Average SAT Scores of Beginning Freshmen compared to University System Four-Year Institutions and State/National Averages ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 21 Average Composite SAT Scores of University System of Georgia Beginning Freshmen - 4 Year Schools ….….. 22 Georgia High Schools of Beginning Freshmen, Fall 2007 ...……………………………………………………... 23 Undergraduate In-Transfer Students, Fall Terms …………………………………………………………………. 24 Fall Enrollment History, 1906 - Present …………………………………….…………………………………….. 25 Enrollment by Country of Citizenship, Fall 2007 ………………………………………………………………... 26 Enrollment by State of Residence, Fall 2007 …………………………………………………………………….. 27 Enrollment by Georgia County of Origin, Fall 2007 …………………………………………………………….. 28 Fall Term Growth History ………………………………………………………………………………………... 30 Head Count Enrollment Enrollment by Classification, Fall Terms ………………………………………………………………………... 31 Enrollment by Load Type, Fall Terms …………………………………………………………………………… 31 Enrollment by Race & Gender, Fall Terms ……………..……………………………………………………….. 32 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Enrollment, Fall Terms …………….………………………………………………. 33 Enrollment by Age, Fall 2007 ……………………………………………………………………………………. 33 Enrollment by Residency Type, Fall Terms ……………………………………………………………………… 33 Enrollment by College, Degree, and Major, Fall Terms …………………………………………………………. 34 Georgia Southern University Fact Book 2007—2008 3 Credit Hours Production Credit Hours Produced by College and Fiscal Year ……………………………………………………………... 45 Credit Hours Produced by Level, Fall Terms ……………………………………………………………………. 46 Credit Hours Produced by College and Level, Fall 2007 ………………………………………………………... 46 Average Class Size by College and Course Level, Fall 2007 …………………………………………………… 46 Ratio of FTE Students to FTE Faculty, Fall Terms ……………………………………………………………... 46 Retention and Graduation Rates - Fall Term, First-time, Full-time Freshmen Fall Term Retention and Graduation Rates ……………………………………………………………………… 47 1st Year Retention by Race and Gender, Fall 2006 Cohort Returning Fall 2007 ……………………………….. 47 Graduation Rate by Race and Gender, Fall 2001 Cohort ………………………………………………………... 47 Enrollment Comparisons, University System of Georgia Enrollment, Full-time Equivalent (FTE), and Full-time Status, Fall 2006 and Fall 2007 ..……………………... 48 Enrollment by Class Level, Fall 2007 …………………………………………………………………………… 49 Credit Hours Produced Annually, Fiscal Year …………………………………………………………………... 50 Academic Programs Georgia Southern University Accreditations ……………………………………………………………………. 51 Degrees and Majors Authorized by College …………………………………………………………………….. 52 Degrees Conferred by College and Fiscal Year …………………………………………………………………. 54 University Honors Program ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 56 Eagles in D.C. Program …………………………………….……………………………………………………… 57 Nationally Competitive Scholarships and Fellowships …………………………………………………………... 57 Engineering Studies Program ……………………………………………………………………………………... 58 Division of Continuing Education and Public Service …………………………………………………………… 59 Student Related Information Institutes and Centers ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 62 Student Financial Aid Summary, 2006 - 2007 Academic Year ………………………………………………… 63 Student Organizations …………………………………………………………………………………………… 63 Career Services Summary by Academic Year …………………………………………………………….……... 64 Student Housing, Fall 2007 ……………………………………………………………………………………… 65 Alumni Association Officers and Executive Committee ………………………………………………………………………………. 66 Alumni Relations Office Staff …………………………………………………………………………………... 66 Eagle Club Presidents ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 67 Alumni by Country, Spring 2008 …..…………………………………………………………………………….. 68 Alumni by State & U.S. Territories, Spring 2008 .……………………………………………………………….. 69 Alumni by Georgia County, Spring 2008 ….…………………………………………………………………….. 70 Athletics …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 72 Faculty and Staff Information Faculty Profile - All Faculty, Fall 2007 …………………………………………………………………………. 73 Faculty Profile - New Faculty, Fall 2007 ……………………………………………………………………….. 74 4 Georgia Southern University Fact Book 2007—2008 Full-time Faculty, Fall Term ……..………………………………………………………………………………
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