Sonoma State University has extended its admissions deadline for the fall semester to assist local workers hit by layoffs or slowdowns.
"At a time when people need to look for alternatives, returning to college might be an option that appeals to them," Louis Levy, SSU Senior Director of Admissions, said in a letter sent to Human Services Directors at major companies in the North Bay region this week.
Potential students may apply to the University BY AUGUST 31 through CSU Mentor, the on-line application (www.csumentor.edu/AdmissionApp) or by calling the Admissions Office at (707) 664-3029.
Levy said the university can help employees update their skills by:
* assisting them in understanding the marketplace and how they fit into it
* learn marketable skills that are needed in today's environment, even if a career change is needed
* fit into industries where the markets are still active.
Sonoma State University offers degrees in 33 majors and 46 minors at the bachelor's degree level and 13 at the master's degree level. The six Schools of the University are: Arts & Humanities, Business & Economics, Education, Extended Education, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences.
For more information:
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