Effective May 30th, 2001,
Southern College is Closed.

This page is (obviously) under construction.
Visit this website regularly as information will be posted fairly regularly.
Please, also, distribute this information to whoever wishes it.

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Most Recent Information:
(As Of July 29)
GRADUATION DIPLOMAS

We have made arrangments to provide diplomas to any graduates who did not receive one.

Request your diploma by mailing your name (exactly as you wish it to appear on the diploma), your SS#, the quarter you completed your studies, your major, your return address, and a $16 money order (no checks or cash) to:

In 4-6 weeks, you will receive a large envelope containing your diploma in an engraved diploma cover.

(As Of July 11)

Commencement Ceremony Canceled

A small group of volunteers from the former SC staff and faculty were hoping to try to arrange a graduation ceremony, but a couple of former students have made it very clear that they would use the occasion to express their anger over the closing of the college. What should be a joyous event would be spoiled and none of us deserves or wants to put up with that. So, unfortunately, once again a few have ruined it for the majority. I'm truly sorry. We were looking forward to seeing some of you students again.

Linda

Thanks,
Linda

As Of July 29th, 1:35pm

Diplomas

Other Links

Southern College 2000-2001 Catalog
Other Colleges Accepting SC Credits
SBICU Contact Information Transcript Information
Transcript Information
 National Louis University
Laptop Return Information Useful Links
Letter From Linda Nusbaum A Note To Interior Design Students
College Summaries
Columbia College
(Works Well With Southern College)		 Seminole Community College
(Interior Design)
Florida Metropolitan University
(Computer Programming)		 Valencia Community College
(Good Prices)
Full Sail College
(Integrate Tech and Creativity)		 Belhaven College
(Christian Business Management)
Herzing College
(Distance Education)		 Vincenness University
(Distance Education)
Indian River C.C.
(Dental Lab Tech)		 Northwood University
(Entrepeneurial Skills, Freedom)
National Louis University
(Accepting Credits From Southern College)

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To request a transcript,

e-mail helpscstudents@yahoo.com

Due to the multiple copies being requested by each student and the lack of personal funds, we request that a $4 transcript fee be mailed to the address below for each requested official transcript.
Please include all of the above information in both the emails and the transcript fee.

Make checks or money orders payable to T. Nusbaum and mail to:

T. Nusbaum
948 Rivecon Avenue
Orlando, Florida 32825

Please be patient and we will get your transcript to you as soon as possible.

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Laptop Returns

(Per Linda Nusbaum, June 26th)

The lawyers for D.L.Peoples will be handling the laptop pick-up at some point in the future.

You will receive more details on that as we have them.

Please continue to visit this website for more information regarding laptop pickup.

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National Louis University

National Louis University is a private university
with campuses all over the United States as well as Internationally.

They are currently accepting Southern College credits.

They have a non-degree program in English As A Second Language.

National Louis Univserity's address is
604 Courtland Street
Orlando, Florida 32804

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NOTICE TO STUDENTS:

It has come to our attention that a former student, Rebecca Hollingsworth, has been sending an email to many Southern College students with instructions concerning transcripts, etc. We regret to say that there are some errors and inaccuracies in the information she has provided.

Please look at the information above and the webpage for SBICU
for accurate information.

Thank you for your time. Our apologies for any confusion regarding this important matter.

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Useful Links and Emails
Special Web Sites For Specific Programs.

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Updates (As Of June 7, 2001)

Notes Regarding the Thursday Meeting at With
The SBICU, DOE, and Various Local Colleges
at Orlando Baptist Church This Morning

First Speaker: Sandy Knight With The Bureau Of Student Financial Assistance:
Email: bsfa@mail.doe.state.fl.us.
Webpage: http://www.firn.edu/doe/bsfa/
SBICU Webpage For Southern College
Webpage For SBICU
Phone Number(s): 404 562 6316, 404 562 6315

Main Points of Speech:
  1. Spring Quarter 2001 Students Will Receive Credit For Their Classes (Per Sandy Knight).
  2. Graduation (Walking Up And Accepting Your Degree) may take place.
  3. Official Transcripts For Current Graduates will be mailed out as soon as we (Linda, Aaron, Wes, Andy, and Don) can get them done.
Second Speaker: Pam Thompson (Also With The Bureau Of Student Financial Assistance)

She answered specific questions regarding financial aid.

Due to the fact that many specifics can affect your discharge of loans (not having to pay them) and/or how you can receive compensation for your abbreviated (it's the best word I could think of) stay at Southern College, please feel free to contact The Bureau Of Student Financial Assistance:

If you have any questions, feel free to contact either of the following numbers:

Phone Number(s): 404 562 6316, 404 562 6315
Consumer Protection Hotline: 1 888 224 6684
Federal Family Education Loan Program 1 800 366 3475
Bright Futures, State Scholarships & Grants 1 888 827 2004
Susan Hood 850 488 9504
Webpage Specifically For Southern College by the SBICU Webpage For SBICU
Email: bsfa@mail.doe.state.fl.us. Webpage: http://www.firn.edu/doe/bsfa/

Contact Hours
per Sandy Knight: Exempt for this quarter to help with the orderly train-out of the students.

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College Details

(As with all information on this page,
please distribute this information to
anyone and everyone who wishes to receive it.)

Columbia College, Orlando

Columbia College is a private,
non-profit college located at:
2600 Technology Drive, Suite 100
Orlando, FL 32804

Phone: 407 293 9911
Fax: 407 293 8530

Degrees Awarded:

B.S.: Business Administration, Computer Information Systems
B.A.: Business Administration, Criminal Justice, History/ Political Science, Individual Studies, Psychology
A.S.: Business Administration, computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice Administration
A.A.: General Studies

(per Joseph O. Reed, Director (jreed@fl1email.ccis.edu)
The cost of attendance is approximately $375 per class, which is about $15,000 for a Bacherlor's Degree

Also, the Columbia College is regionally accredited and has accepted (literally) hundreds of other Southern College Students (and classes). "We've been doing that for years," he said.

The terms are 8 weeks, with 5 terms per year.

If you have any questions, feel free to call Sandi Roughal or Mike DiGerlando at 407 293 9911.

(per http://www.ccis.edu/about/glance.html):
Accreditation
Columbia College is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, with specialized accreditation in education, nursing and social work.

Mission Statement
Columbia College assists individuals in gaining a broad understanding of the liberal arts and sciences through exemplary teaching. Learning is made possible by the discovery, acquisition and application of knowledge, diverse learning experiences and the totality of interaction among faculty, staff and students. In both undergraduate and graduate education, the college encourages intellectual growth, preparation for the world of work, involved citizenship and lifelong learning in order to pursue excellence in human endeavor.

Columbia College Main Campus Page

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Seminole Community College

Seminole is a public,
community college with three campuses:

Oviedo Campus:
2505 Lockwood Blvd.
Oviedo, FL 32765
Phone: 407 328 2050		 Hunt Club Center:
510 Hunt Club Boulevard
Apopka, Florida 32703
Phone: 407 3282240		 Sanford/Lake Mary Campus:
100 Weldon Blvd.
Sanford, FL 32773
Phone: 407 328 2050

Seminole Community College has the following Programs/ Degrees:

Interior Design
Contact Jill Smith, ASID for more information.
Phone: 407 328 2267
Fax: 407 328 2139

Note To Interior Design Students
Wishing to Transfer To SCC: Jill smith is having a meeting regarding the transfer of your credits on
Monday, June 11th, at 11:00am in the Student Center's Multi-Purpose Room

Areas of Study:
Paralegal/ Legal Assistant -- ABA Approved
CPU Programming, CPU Analysis, Information Technologies, CPU Networking
Various Business Programs, Office Systems Technology, Office Management Technologies
Contact Dr. Barbara V. Entwistle for more information.
Phone: 407 328 2269
Fax: 407 328 2470

Criminal Academy, Corrections Academy
Contact Curtis J. Hague, Director of the Criminal Justice Institute for more information.
Phone: 407 328 2200 or
Phone: 407 328 2299

SCC Admissions Recruiter:
Marsha Santos
Fax: 407 328 2395

Coordinator, Division of Career Programs:
Christine Broeker
Fax: 407 328 2470

All information regarding accreditation at SCC is per the people mentioned above.

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Florida Metropolitan University

Florida Metropolitan is a private
college with two campuses:
Orlando College -- North
5421 Diplomat Circle
Orlando, FL 32810
Phone: 407 628 5870
Fax: 407 628 1344		 Orlando College -- South
2411 Sand Lake Road
Orlando, FL 32809
Phone: 888 741 4271
Phone: 407 851 2525

Programs (Degrees) Offered: Accounting (AS)
Business Administration (BS, MBA)
Computer Information Science (AS, BS) (Contact: Pat Geran)
Commercial Art (AS) (Good For Beginning Interior Design Majors)
Criminal Justice (AS,BS)
Health Care Administration (BS)
Legal Assistant/Paralegal (AS,BS)
Management/Marketing (AS,BS)
Medical Assisting (AS)
Network Administration

Above Information per: http://fmu.edu/767/programs767.htm (North Campus)
and http://fmu.edu/768/f-768.htm (South Campus)

(per Pat Geran)

The program of study is very similar to the courses at Southern College.

(per http://fmu.edu/768/f-768.htm)
With over 8,000 students enrolled, Florida Metropolitan University (FMU) is currently one of the largest private universities in Florida.... In response to the demand of Floridas rapidly growing population, FMU is focused on, and dedicated to, business and career education. The University is also dedicated to providing a personalized teaching and learning environment designed to support the personal and professional career development of qualified undergraduate and graduate students.

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Valencia Community College

Valencia Community College has five campuses:
East Campus:
Post Office Box 3028
Orlando, FL 32802
Phone: 407 299 5000 		Osceola Campus:
1800 Denn John Lane
Kissimmee, Florida 34744
Telephone: Orlando 407 299 5000
Kissimmee 407 847 9496 		Technology Innovation Center at McCoy:
8503 Daetwyler Drive
Orlando, FL 32812
Phone: 407 2995000
FAX: 407 855-9572
West Campus: 1800 South Kirkman Road
Orlando, FL 32811
Phone: 407 2995000
FAX: 407 293-8839 		Winter Park Campus:
850 W. Morse Blvd.
Winter Park, FL 32789
Phone: 407 299 5000
Fax: 407 599 1170

Programs of Study That Might Interest Southern College Students:

(per http://valencia.cc.fl.us/finanserv/fees.htm

TUITION AND FINANCE INFORMATION - Session 1
Registration Fees Florida Resident Out-of-State Resident
Matriculation $40.57 $40.57
Tuition N/A $118.70
Financial Aid $2.02 $7.87
Student Activity $3.95 $3.95
Capital Improvement $1.00 $3.00
Technology Fee $1.80 $5.40
Total Per Credit Hour $49.34 $179.49

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Full Sail, Orlando

Full Sail is a private
college located at:
3300 University Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792

Phone: 800 226 7625

Associate of Science Degrees Granted in the Following Programs of Study:

Computer Animation Digital Media
Film/ Video Production
Game Design
Recording Arts
Show Production and Touring

(per http://www.fullsail.com/alt/index.cfm)
Full Sail Real World Education's degrees for creative minds include Recording Arts, Film and Video Production, Digital Media, Show Production & Touring, Game Design, and Computer Animation. Regardless of which program you choose, one of Full Sail's fundamental goals is to encourage the union of art and technology - right and left brain - enabling artists to develop craftsmanship while the technically-inclined enhance their creativity.

(per http://www.fullsail.com/alt/news/news.cfm?article=bts_article.html)
(Of the 974 trained students who graduated between October of 1997 through September of 1998, by December of 1999, 80% had launched their initial employment within the entertainment industry.)

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Belhaven College

"Serving Your Mind and Spirit and Career"

Belhaven College is a private,
Christian, Liberal Arts college
located at:
725 Primera Boulevard, Suite 125
Lake Mary, FL 32746
407-804-1424 (local)
877-804-1424 (Toll Free)
407-804-9006 (Fax)
For Information: Email Melissa Davis, M.A. or success@belhaven.edu.

(Per http://www.belhaven.edu/orlando/astudies/aa.htm)

Description/ A.A.
Belhaven's Associate of arts degree is a Christian liberal arts program, serving as a stepping stone into our Bachelor of Business Administration program. This degree, taught from a Christian perspective, emphasizes the importance of ideas through history, and those personal values that lead to personal, spiritual and professional success. Courses in literature history, financial planning, biblical studies and personal life management skills are examples of courses offered.

The AA is a 62 credit program, spanning 18-25 months. This program may be started with no prior college experience.

(per http://www.belhaven.edu/orlando/astudies/bba.htm)

Description/ B.A.

By combining a Christian perspective with a strong business curriculum, our Bachelor of Business Administration degree prepares students for management roles. Topics to be discussed include leadership principles, marketing , finance, information technology, accounting, business law, and economics.

The BBA is a 124 credit program (41 General Education, 45 Business Core, 38 Electives), spanning 38-65 months. This program may be started with no prior college experience. As part of the admissions process, any credits taken previously may be evaluated for transfer credit. If a student is considering the BBA program after having completed an AA degree, it is possible to complete their Bachelor degree in under 20 months!

Belhaven College has regional accreditation.

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Herzing College

Herzing College has two campuses that might of interest:
Orlando Campus
 1595 South Semoran Blvd. Suite 1501
Winter Park, FL 32792
Phone: (407) 380-6315
Fax: (407) 380-0269		 Mebourne Campus
1270 N. Wickham Road, Suite 51
Melbourne, FL 32935
Phone (321) 255 - 9232
Fax (321) 255 - 9390
E-mail: George Strohm or success@orl.herzing.edu.

(per http://www.herzing.edu/distance-ed/home.htm Now Herzing College is bringing its tradition of high quality educational programs to the Internet by offering some of the same courses taught at its U. S. campuses in a traditional classroom in an online/distance education format. Herzing instructors who have been specially trained to teach online will teach these selected courses. This expansion of Herzing College's traditional programs allows current Herzing students to take needed classes which may not be available at the campus in the term they need them, or to continue their program when life changes make it difficult to attend a traditional Herzing "on ground" class.

Vincennes University (Distance Education)

Vincennes University has a Distance Learning Program that includes many, many programs, including:

Phone: 800 880 7961 or 904 823 3955

Go to http://www.vinu.edu/distance/courses.htm for more information on specific classes.

(per http://www.vinu.edu/distance/)

We bring educational opportunity to individuals who may not have access to classes on a college campus. Our goal is to provide quality courses and services for individuals who need flexibility in meeting their educational objectives. The Distance Learning program serves students who:

  • wish to re-enter higher education in order to complete a degree or certificate
  • desire to begin a college degree or certificate program
  • need to complete selected courses for personal improvement or job enhancement
  • are pursuing a degree, but need to complete some courses through distance delivery Contact V.U. by e-mail: disted@indian.vinu.edu

    • Indian River Community College

    Indian River Community College is located at:
    3209 Virginia Avenue
    Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5596

    (per http://www.ircc.cc.fl.us/educserv/admis/tuitionfees.html Their entire dental program costs approximately $4,000.

    If that is of interest to you, please contact
    Anthony Valvano at 561 462 4339
    or
    Don Symington at 561 462 4810.

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    Northwood University

    Northwood University is located at:
    2600 North Military Trail
    West Palm Beach, FL 33409-2911

    Ivette Santana, Assistant Director of Admissions
    Phone: 561-478-5500
    santana@northwood.edu

    (per http://www.northwood.edu/academic/curric/index.html)

    Northwood Offers The Following Degrees/ Programs of Study:

    (per http://www.northwood.edu/about/mission.html)

    The mission of Northwood University is to prepare aspiring students of any age or station with the tools, skills, and intellectual capacities for a productive, leadership career in an economic system of free markets and private enterprise. The university delivers, to traditional and nontraditional clientele, college level coursework consisting of general education and specialty disciplines to prepare people for management careers with an emphasis on understanding:

    (per http://www.northwood.edu/fl/index.html
    Northwood's West Palm Beach, Florida campus is located on a beautiful and spacious 90-acres, distinguished by woods, lakes, palm trees, and expansive green lawns. Classroom buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, and student facilities are modern and distinctly Floridian.

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    Contact Information For SBICU

    (per http://www.firn.edu/doe/sbicu/staff.htm)

    Susan Hood: 850 488 9504

    SBICU Contact Information:
    Koger Center, Turner Building, Suite 200
    Tallahassee, FL 32301
    Telephone: (850) 488-8695 or (888) 224-6684
    Fax: (850) 921-8750

    Click the name of the person you want to send an email.
    Dr. C. Wayne Freeberg Executive Director
    Ms. Sandy Knight Education Policy Director
    Ms. Mary Hamm Deputy Director
    Ms. Cindy Bellia Assistant Director
    Ms. Margaret O'Sullivan Parker Legal Counsel
    Mr. Charles Davis Program Specalist
    Ms. Mary Cook Administrative Assistant
    Ms. Wanda Bailey Assistant to the Executive Director
    Mr. Thaddeus Henderson Program Specialist
    Mrs. Shannon Young

    Administrative Secretary

    Mr. Shayne Cade Director of Research and Technology

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    To all former Southern College students:

    From Linda Nusbaum
    (former Director of SC):

    A group of SC volunteers has been helping me in trying to reach each student by phone to notify them of the school closing and tell them of this web page.

    Please help us in passing the info along to your former classmates.

    You all know that my heart is broken over the closing of the college and I will do everything I can for each of you in trying to help you through this situation.

    I am sure most of you are aware, I am no longer an employee of SC, but I am still trying to gather information concerning your rights.

    I will post any information I receive on this web site, so please keep checking.

    Send your questions to me via the e-mail address on this site and I will try to answer them as I gain information.

    I have been in contact with the State Board and I am waiting for answers to some of your questions.

    I am trying to determine if there is anyway I can give credits to students for this quarter's courses.

    I am pushing very hard to be able to give graduates their degrees.

    I'll keep you posted.

    After I get my answers on the credits, we will update the transcripts and will try to mail one to each student.

    I have made arrangements to secure the student database and hopefully will be able to provide transcripts to students in the future.

    Information I have collected so far:

    We have posted, on this site, information received from the Federal Financial Aid Department concerning steps you can take to have your loans refunded. Please e-mail helpscstudents@yahoo.com me via this site if you have questions and I will try to get answers for you.

    The State Board is arranging a meeting for all SC students for next Thursday at 9:00 a.m. A location has not been determined yet, but I will let you know, on this web site, where the meeting will be held. Representatives from Federal and State Financial Aid, the SBICU, accrediting commissions, and other colleges, which will work with students on transfers, will be present.

    A lot of you have been asking how you can return your laptops.  I will notify you, on this site, when I get that information.

    For Dental Assisting students, a local college, Americare, will accept transfer credits and enroll students who need to finish their programs.

    Again, I am so sorry you all are having to go through this and I'll help you in any way I can.

    Click here to download the Student Rights information.  This document contains information on what steps students can take for more information.

    Please visit this web site often as it will be periodically updated.

    Feel free to e-mail any questions you may have to helpscstudents@yahoo.com

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    Again, please visit this website regularly as information will be posted as soon as possible. Please, also, distribute this information to whoever wishes it.

    If you have any suggestions, comments, or reports of dead links/ typos, please
    e-mail helpscstudents@yahoo.com.

    Thank you for your time and (nearly immeasureable) patience,

    The Die-Hard 5/ (Formerly The Southern College Administration)