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CAPS 111 Introduction to Biomimicry +. This course is an introduction to the field of biomimicry. ''Biomimicry'' (from Bios, meaning life, and mimesis, meaning to imitate) is a new discipline that studies nature's best ideas and then imitates these designs and processes to solve human problems. Biomimicry asks the question: What would nature do? The goal is to create …

What is the mission of continuing professional studies?

The mission of Continuing and Professional Studies is to: Be the point of entry for adult learners to access the university’s resources. Provide a wide range of professionally relevant and personally fulfilling courses whether credit or non-credit. Provide flexible learning options through online learning, technologically progressive programs, ...

What is the Office of Continuing Education?

Office of Continuing Education — responsible for degree and non-degree programs aimed at non-matriculated students, courses offered on the weekends and at off-campus sites, and all summer and winter courses. The mission of Continuing and Professional Studies is to: Be the point of entry for adult learners to access the university’s resources.

Can an adult learner have a single plan?

No single plan can satisfy the career aspirations, time constraints, or personal needs of adult learners. Whether the program is offered in a remote setting, on campus or online, during the evening or weekends, or whether the program takes into consideration a student’s previous experience or that the adult student is approaching college for ...