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The Department of Home Study was established in 1960. Those who served as chairmen of the department were the following individuals: Lula Clegg (1960-1966), Karl E. Starr (1966-1968), and E. Mack Palmer (1968-1979).

Variant names

Brigham Young University. Independent Study

Description

Established: 1960

Abolished: 1979

Location: Provo, Utah (1960-1979)

Functions

To aid in widening the educational horizons of the many people who cannot take college work in residence. Home Study is for those who cannot take courses in residence or for students in residence who, because of conflicting class schedules or other reasons, are unable to enroll in desired classes on campus. This department provides courses required for entrance requirements, courses needed to complete high school or for teacher certification, courses for those serving their country in the armed forces or for veterans who wish to maintain their entitlement, for people working in industry who wish to acquire broader culture or to improve their skills, for professional people with a desire for continued intellectual and professional progress, and for those desirous of pursuing some course for personal development and interest.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The Department of Home Study is under the supervision of a department chairman who reported directly to the dean of the division.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. Adult Education and Extension Services (1960-1966)

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. Division of Continuing Education (1966-1979)

Later unit: Brigham Young University. Independent Study (1979-)

Associated Archival Materials

Records, 1921-1988. (UA 547)

Sources

Brigham Young University Bulletin Catalog of Courses, 1960-1961: p. 418 (Lula Clegg, chair)

Brigham Young University Bulletin Catalog of Courses, 1966-1968: p. 456 (Karl E. Starr, chair)

Brigham Young University Bulletin Catalog of Courses, 1968-1970: p. 510 (E. Mack Palmer, chair)

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00492

Creator: UPB