FlexGE (Continuing Education) PRE
Program Purpose
The FlexGE program seeks to enlarge the influence of a BYU education by providing access to instruction, services, and extracurricular experiences, to students not officially admitted to BYU. FlexGE meets the Aims of a BYU education by developing non-matriculated students of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.
FlexGE students "seek learning, even by study and also by faith" (D&C 88:118) by taking courses primarily from the University Core. These courses provide the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to integrate faith and reason in the pursuit of truth through a broad-based study of the arts and sciences illuminated by the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.
Participation in a broad selection of extracurricular experiences also contribute to the balanced development of FlexGE students. The FlexGE program encourages students to seek out opportunities that help them grow in the 4 areas of the Aims of a BYU Education. FlexGE students live in student housing and are encouraged to participate fully in their assigned YSA ward.
Mission
The FlexGE program extends the opportunity for a BYU education and experience to more students as they begin their higher education.
Learning Outcomes
Faith
Students will demonstrate evidence of spiritual growth and faith in Jesus Christ.
Students will develop a growing knowledge of diverse fields of study and awareness of their own potential and opportunities for education and career.
Students will demonstrate evidence of personal character growth and development.
Students will engage in Christ-like service and effectively contribute to a community of belonging at BYU.
Evidence of Learning
BYU FlexGE will conduct a student survey annually during winter semester to measure learning outcomes. Specific behaviors to be measured include the following:
Faith
Learning Outcome
- Students will demonstrate evidence of spiritual growth and faith in Jesus Christ.
Behaviors
- Taking religion classes
- Participation in their YSA ward
- Engaging in personal worship activities (prayer, scripture study, temple attendance)
Intellect
Learning Outcome
- Students will develop a growing knowledge of diverse fields of study and awareness of their own potential and opportunities for education and career.
Behaviors
- Taking GE classes
- Engaging in academic resources (Student Success Center, TA's, library, etc.)
- Exploring majors & careers
Character
Outcome
- Students will demonstrate evidence of personal character growth and development.
Behaviors
- Embracing the CES Honor Code
- Developing personal resilience
- Developing self-reliance
Service & Belonging
Outcome
- Students will engage in Christ-like service and effectively contribute to a community of belonging at BYU.
Behaviors
- Engaging in volunteer opportunities
- Participation in student activities and events
- Participation as a member in a student organization
Learning and Teaching Assessment and Improvement
Results of the annual student survey will be used to improve the FlexGE program to better meet program outcomes and support the mission and aims of BYU. Improvements may be made in various components of the FlexGE program such as academic advisement, outreach, peer mentoring, academic support, the student council, and the FlexGE website.