Georgia Center Quarterly

University System of Georgia Independent Study (USGIS)
is now University System of Georgia Independent and Distance Learning

In January 2002, University System of Georgia Independent Study (USGIS) becomes University System of Georgia Independent and Distance Learning (IDL). The name change reflects the ongoing evolution of the program, in particular the expansion of course offerings and methods of delivery.

IDL will continue to offer credit courses through six senior higher education institutions of the University System of Georgia: Armstrong Atlantic State University (Savannah), Georgia College and State University (Milledgeville), Georgia Southern University (Statesboro), North Georgia College and State University (Dahlonega), The University of Georgia (Athens), and Valdosta State University (Valdosta).

University System of Georgia Independent and Distance Learning
Georgia Center for Continuing Education
1197 S. Lumpkin St., Suite 193
Athens, Georgia 30602-3603
Telephone: 800-877-3243 (toll-free, U.S. only), or 706-542-3243
Fax: 706-542-6635
E-mail: idl@gactr.uga.edu
For the most current course information, go to www.gactr.uga.edu/idl

University System of Georgia Independent & Distance Learning

• Approximately 5,000 enrollments each year
• More than 120 courses in 40 subjects
.....• Traditional print course guides and lesson submissions
.....• Web courses, taken completely online; new Web courses added each semester
.....• E-mail courses, fax submission of lessons
.....• CD-ROM courses
.....• Certification courses—e.g., the Certification in Turfgrass Management (10 academic .....credit courses), endorsed by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America .....(GCSAA)
• Student services, including complete registration processes, secure exam testing, online library resources
• Open year-round enrollment
• More than 90 faculty members, 38% associate or full professor
• All instructional faculty recommended by academic departments
• Web site with all the information students need, including complete course catalog and listings, policies, and tips for learning at a distance – www.gactr.uga.edu/idl