University of Scouting
The University will include 7 periods of instruction and a lunch break. Lunch is included in your registration fee. Please wear your scout uniform and bring paper and pencil/pen for notes. Appropriate handouts and materials will be provided based on the courses selected. It is suggested that unit leaders car pool together and to take a variety of courses to expand their unit knowledge.
Participants may register for courses in any of the colleges. For example a Cub Scouter may register for a Boy Scout or a General Studies course. A Venturer may take a General Studies or Boy Scout course. Our goal is for scouters to increase their knowledge by being exposed to all the different program areas of the Scout program. Any questions about your selections can be sent to the Dean of Student Affairs, who can offer course suggestions.
Purpose
The purpose of the university is to promote learning and interaction between the different program areas, while enabling Scouters to prepare themselves to put forth a quality program in their units.
Degrees
The University will offer four degrees and one certificate. The degrees and the descriptions are as follows:
- Associate of Scouting:
- Awarded upon completion of seven (7) hours of study.
- Bachelors of Scouting:
- Awarded upon completion of an additional seven (7) hours of study. (14 hours total)
- Masters of Scouting:
- Awarded upon completion of seven (7) hours of study beyond Bachelor’s degree. (21 hours total)
- Certificate of Advanced Study:
- Awarded upon completion of an additional seven (7) hours beyond the first graduate degree. (28 hours total)
- Doctorate of Scouting:
- Awarded upon completion of an additional seven (7) hours to include faculty or staff requirement. (Total hours of study 35 hours).
Displays
We will have an exhibit area set up for various displays of interest to Scouters. There will be ample time during the lunch break to view displays and materials. If your District or Unit is interested in setting up a display, contact Ricky Bunn at rbunn98@aol.com. Displays are on a first come, first served basis.
Official Scout Store
Will be open during the day to purchase additional materials discussed during the course periods.
Cub Scout College Overview
The University of Scouting is a day of learning and a day of FUN! Cub Scout leaders used to know the courses presented in the Cub Scout College as POW WOW, now these courses are part of the University of Scouting. Who should attend Cub College? Is it just for leaders? No! Brand new leaders, experienced leaders, potential leaders, parents, and any adult who wants to know more about Cub Scouting is invited to attend.
Cub College is a one-day supplemental training offered by the Occoneechee Council BSA. These courses will help give you the confidence and skills necessary to plan an exciting program by adding pizzazz to your den and pack program.
You are not limited to taking Cub Scout College courses only. You may sign up for any course in any College of your choice no matter what your primary registration. So plan to join your scouting friends for good scouting fellowship, training and just plain FUN!
This training fulfills the requirement for any Cub Scout Leader Award/Knot!