This September 1987 photo shows Michael Hayden, Professor of History, delivering a lecture.
It was the first year the university offered introductory credit courses in History (112.6) and English (110.6) via television satellite.
Sessions originated in the studios of the Division of Audio-Visual Services and were beamed via satellite to 14 provincial centres.
The Division of Extension and Community Relations arranged the courses as part of its distance education program. They were designed to meet the needs of students unable to attend classes on campus.
Each course included a televised presentation by the instructor in Saskatoon and discussions led by on-site tutors or proctors.
Student comments and questions were conveyed by telephone and heard by participants at all locations. The instructor’s responses were transmitted by television.
For additional assistance, students could consult the instructor during office hours using toll-free telephone lines.