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Program-specific information

Master of Library Science Program

Program of Study 

Before an accepted student can be matriculated into the MLS or School Media programs, a Planned Program of Study must be completed and approved (signed) by the advisor, department chairperson, and Graduate School. Once the Planned Program is approved, any changed must be approved through the Change in Planned Program form.

Field Projects, Independent Studies, and Internships

Electives in the MLS program include Field Projects, Independent Studies, and Internships. Each of these require advance planning with formal documentation and approval of the plan.

Field Project and Independent Study applications must be submitted in advance of registration. Check with the department office for latest deadlines.

The Library Practice (Internship), ILS 582 is a professional work experience in an academic, public, or special library. A professional work experience (internship) is very strongly recommended for all MLS students. The practicum or internship (ILS 582) is arranged by Dr. Elsie Okobi (okobie1@southernct.edu). Contact Dr. Okobi for additional information and Application deadlines. Following are the documents associated with applying for Library Practice (ILS 582):

NOTE: While ILS 582 may be taken for up to 6 credits (300 hours), only 3 credit of ILS 582 may count toward the MLS degree.


Student Teaching and DSAP

Student teaching (6 credits) in the School Media Center is undertaken in the last semester of study. No more than 3 credits of coursework should remain for certification during the semester of student teaching.

"The application to Student Teaching can be downloaded and completed. One copy goes to the Student Teaching office along with 3 copies of the Personal data sheets. A copy of the application to student teach goes to the department coordinator. The deadline to submit material to the Student Teaching office and the department coordinator is March 1st for those students planning to student teach in a fall semester and October 1st for those planning to student teach in a spring semester. You must meet with the department coordinator, who will determine if you are eligible to student teach and who will then submit a list of possible placements to the Director of Student Teaching." (School of Education)

Applications for Student Teaching (ILS 581) are due before October 1 for student teaching the following Spring and March 1 for student teaching the following Fall. [2007-2008 Student Teaching Handbook] [2007-2008 Field Experience Handbook]

Students filling a position under DSAP must apply and register for EDU 999 Supervision and Appraisal under a DSAP (6-12 credits, depending on student's needs). Forms for Durational Shortage Area Permits are available from the School of Education and the State Department of Education website. These forms are initiated by the school districts and applicants must be admitted to the School Media certification program before a DSAP certificate can be issued.
 

Special Project and Portfolio Requirements

All students in the MLS program are required to submit a Special Project and Portfolio as part of the degree requirements. See Special Project and Capstone Portfolio Requirements passed by the faculty January 24, 2008. 

In addition, all students in the School Media Certification program are required to maintain (including passing checkpoints or Gates) a certification portfolio.

 

Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC)

The Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC) "is a student organization that is committed to "advancing our agenda for excellence" set by Southern Connecticut State University's School of Graduate Studies. It supports activities that enhance the academic, social and cultural experience of Southern's students through the distribution of the activity fees collected from full-time graduate students. The funds support a variety of graduate student activities including student research and conference attendance as well as university and departmental efforts such as guest lecturers, club events, and special events. GSAC also functions as an advocacy group, representing the needs of Southern's graduate student body."

"The Graduate Student Affairs Committee meets on the first Monday of every month of the academic year with the exceptions of January and September. Meetings are held from 3:00 to 4:30 PM in the Alumni Room of the University Student Center. All graduate students and faculty are welcome to attend. For more information please contact the GSAC Coordinator, Arlene Lucibello at (203) 392-6165."