2014–2015

UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

2014–2015

UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

Contents

Welcome from the President 1

University Telephone Numbers 3

Undergraduate Calendar 5

Statement of University Policies 9

The University 11 Accreditation and Memberships 11 Mission and History 16 Discrimination 18 Curriculum 18

Admissions 19 Admissions Process for Full-Time Study 19 Admissions Process for Part-Time Study 23

Expenses and Student Financial Assistance 25 Tuition and Fees 25

University Life 39 Bookstore 39 Campus Ministry 39 The Career Development and Placement Center 39 Commuter Students 40 Dining Services 40 Health Insurance 40 Wellness Center 40 Athletics and Recreation 41 International Students 42 Public Safety and Parking 43 Residential Life and Housing Services 43

University Facilities and Community Resources 47 University Facilities 47 Community Resources 50

Degrees and Curricula 53 Baccalaureate Degrees 53 The University Core Curriculum 53 Course Descriptions 56

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The Major Field (30-58 credits) 58 Electives (0–36 credits) 59 Minor Programs 59 Policy on Awarding of Second Baccalaureate Degree 59 Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree Programs 60

Academic Enhancement Programs 63 Academic Advising 63 English as a Second Language (ESL) 63 Thomas More Honors Program 63 Independent Study and Individualized Instruction 64 Instructional Technology and Mobile Computing Program 64 Computer Facilities 65 Jandrisevits Learning Center 66 Internships and Co-Ops 66 Professional Programs 67 Study Abroad 67 Women’s Studies Program 68

Academic Standards, Policies and Procedures 69 Notification of Rights Under FERPA 69 Student Responsibility 70 Sacred Heart University Network Account and Official Communications 70 Matriculation 70 Mandated Vaccination and Immunization Requirements 71 Academic Year 71 Declaring a Major 71 Class Attendance 71 Academic Integrity 71 Grading System 76 Academic Standards 78 Academic Policies 80 Academic Procedures 80 Application for Graduation 86 Transcripts 86 University Cross-Registration Program 86

College of Arts and Sciences 87 Anthropology 91 Art & Design 93 Biology 103

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Catholic Studies 117 Chemistry and Physics 119 Communication and Media Studies 129 Computer Science and Information Technology 143 Criminal Justice 153 English 159 European Studies 165 Foreign Languages and Cultures 167 Global Studies 179 History 183 Information Literacy 189 Irish Studies 191 Latin American Studies 193 Mathematics 195 Middle Eastern Studies 201 Music 203 Performing Arts 207 Philosophy 213 Political Science 219 Psychology 227 Social Work 233 Sociology 237

Isabelle Farrington College of Education 253 Mission 253 Conceptual Framework 253 Teacher Preparation and Initial Certification 254 Five-Year Program 254 Post-Baccalaureate Program 254 Horizons at SHU 255 Faculty 255 Application Process 256 Scholarships 256 Certification Requirements 257 Undergraduate Course Descriptions 258

College of Health Professions 261 Athletic Training 261 Exercise Science 267 Health Science 273

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Nursing 279 Pre-Occupational Therapy 297 Pre-Physical Therapy 301 Pre-Speech-Language Pathology 303

John F. Welch College of Business 307 Mission Statement 307 Who we are. 307 What we value. 307 What we do. 307 The Welch Experience 307 College of Business Core Curriculum 308 Accounting 311 Business Economics 315 Finance 319 Management 323 Marketing 329

University College 339 Admissions Process for Part-Time Study 339 First-Time Students 340 Transfer Students 340 Visiting Students 340 Specialized Services and Programs of University College 340 Curricular Formats in University College 341 The Center for Financial Education 342 Professional Studies 343 General Studies 343 Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree Programs 344 Credit Certificate Programs 345

Procedures for Individuals Claiming Unlawful Discrimination or Harassment 347

Directions to Sacred Heart University 351

Directory 353

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Nursing 279 Welcome from the President Pre-Occupational Therapy 297 Pre-Physical Therapy 301

Pre-Speech-Language Pathology 303 Dear Friends,

John F. Welch College of Business 307 On behalf of our 6,800 students, many hundreds of professors Mission Statement 307 and staff members and 37,000-plus alumni, I want to welcome Who we are. 307 you to Sacred Heart University. In these pages, you will find just some of the reasons that the Princeton Review has What we value. 307 included our University in its Best 378 Colleges – 2014 Edition, What we do. 307 Best in the Northeast and Best 295 Business Schools – 2014 The Welch Experience 307 Edition, and U.S.News & World Report ranks us among the best master’s universities in the North. The second-largest College of Business Core Curriculum 308 Catholic university in New England, Sacred Heart offers more Accounting 311 than 50 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Business Economics 315 main campus in Fairfield, Conn., and satellites in Connecticut, Finance 319 Luxembourg and Ireland. Management 323 The University is made up of five distinctive colleges: Arts and Marketing 329 Sciences; Isabelle Farrington College of Education; Health Professions; University College; and the John F. Welch College of Business. Educating students in the legacy and tradition University College 339 of GE’s legendary Jack Welch, this College is accredited by the AACSB International, an Admissions Process for Part-Time Study 339 elite designation belonging to fewer than five percent of business schools worldwide. The University fields 31 Division I varsity teams and sponsors an award-winning program of First-Time Students 340 community service. Transfer Students 340 Visiting Students 340 At Sacred Heart, we encourage our students to take advantage of the many opportunities we offer to study abroad. Exposure to and familiarity with diverse cultures is a key component of Specialized Services and Programs of University College 340 the lifelong commitment to intellectual inquiry and social justice that Sacred Heart challenges Curricular Formats in University College 341 all of its students to embrace. Students may choose from a traditional semester-long The Center for Financial Education 342 opportunity or an intensive month-long experience. Professional Studies 343 For 50 years, Sacred Heart University has remained rooted in the Catholic intellectual General Studies 343 traditions. At the same time, we have grown and adapted to meet the ever-changing needs Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree Programs 344 of our students and the workplace. We are here to assist you in your journey of learning and to travel with you as you work to build a better, more peaceful world. Please call on anyone Credit Certificate Programs 345 listed in these pages with your questions and concerns. We welcome your interest in our Procedures for Individuals Claiming Unlawful Discrimination or Harassment 347 community of active and engaged learners and hope your time with us is both challenging and productive. Directions to Sacred Heart University 351

Directory 353 Sincerely,

John J. Petillo, Ph.D.

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University Telephone Numbers

All University departments, faculty and staff contact Information Is available on the University website: www.sacredheart.edu/facultystaffdirectory.

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Undergraduate Calendar

Fall Semester 2014

Classes Begin Mon., Aug. 25 Labor Day - No Classes Mon., Sept. 1 Last Day to Add/Drop Tues., Sept. 2 Early Warnings for Undergraduates Due Tues., Sept. 16 Last Day to Convert Incomplete Grades for Spring & Summer Wed., Oct. 8 Columbus Day Weekend - No Classes Sun. - Tues., Oct. 12 - 14 Faculty Institute Day - No Classes Tues., Oct. 14 Undergraduate Mid-Term Grades/Warnings Due Wed., Oct. 15 Undergraduate Advising for Spring 2015 begins Mon., Oct. 20 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course* Mon., Oct. 27 Assigned Online Registration Begins for Spring 2015 Wed., Oct. 29 Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes Wed. - Sun., Nov. 26 - Nov. 30 Last Day of Classes Mon., Dec. 8 Final Exams Tues. - Sat., Dec. 9 - 13 Final Exams Snow Date Mon., Dec. 15

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Spring Semester 2015 Classes Begin Mon., Jan. 12 Martin Luther King Day - No Classes Mon., Jan. 19 Last Day to Add/Drop Tues., Jan. 20 Early Warnings for Undergraduates Due Tues., Feb. 3 Last Day to Convert Incomplete Grades for Fall & Winter Wed., Feb. 25 Spring Break Sun. - Sun., Mar. 1 - 8 Undergraduate Mid-Term Grades/Warnings Due Tues., Mar. 10 Undergraduate Advising for Fall 2015 begins Wed., Mar. 18 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course* Mon., Mar. 23 Assigned Online Registration Begins for Fall 2015 Mon., Mar. 23 Easter Break - No Classes Wed. - Mon., Apr. 1 - Apr. 6 Faculty Institute Day - No Classes Tues., Apr. 7 Last Day of Classes Mon., May 4 Final Exams Tues. - Tues., May 5 - 12 Undergraduate Commencement Sun., May 17

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

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Fall AHEAD Term 1 2014

AHEAD 1: MON., AUG. 25 - SAT., OCT. 18 Saturday Classes (consecutive) Aug. 30, Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18 Last Day to Add/Drop Thurs., Aug. 28 Labor Day - No Classes Mon., Sept. 1 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Sept. 26 Columbus Day Holiday - No Classes Mon., Oct. 13 Faculty Institute Day - Classes Held Tues., Oct. 14

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Fall AHEAD Term 2 2014

AHEAD 2: MON., OCT. 20 - SAT., DEC. 13 Saturday Classes (consecutive) Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, Dec. 6, 13 Last Day to Add/Drop Thurs., Oct. 23 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Nov. 21 Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes Wed. - Sun., Nov. 26 - 30

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Spring AHEAD Term 3 2015

AHEAD 3: MON., JAN. 12 - SAT., MAR. 14 Saturday Classes (consecutive) Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 14 Last Day to Add/Drop Thurs., Jan. 15 Martin Luther King Day - No Classes Mon., Jan. 19 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Feb. 13 Spring Break Sun. - Sun., Mar. 1 - 8

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Spring AHEAD Term 4 2015

AHEAD 4: MON., MAR. 16 - WED., MAY 13 Saturday Classes (consecutive) Mar. 21, 28, Apr. 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 Last Day to Add/Drop Thurs., Mar. 19 Easter Holiday Wed. - Tues., Apr. 1 - 7 Last Day to Withdraw* Wed., Apr. 22

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

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Modules

MODULE TERM 1: MON., AUG. 25 - FRI., OCT. 17 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., Aug. 31 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Sept. 26

MODULE TERM 2: MON., OCT. 20 - FRI., DEC. 12 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., Oct. 26 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Nov. 21

MODULE TERM 3: MON., JAN. 5 - FRI., FEB. 27 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., Jan. 11 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Feb. 6

MODULE TERM 4: MON., MAR. 2 - FRI., APR. 24 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., Mar 8 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., Apr. 3

MODULE TERM 5: MON., APR. 27 - FRI., JUNE 19 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., May 3 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., May 29

MODULE TERM 6: MON., JUNE 22 - FRI., AUG. 14 Last Day to Add/Drop Sun., June 28 Last Day to Withdraw* Fri., July 24

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Late Spring 2015 Classes Begin Mon., May 18 Last Day to Add/Drop Wed., May 20 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course* Fri., May 22 Memorial Day - No Classes Mon., May 25 Last Day of Classes (Including Finals) Fri., May 29

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

Summer Session 1 2015 Classes Begin Mon., June 1 Last Day to Add/Drop Wed., June 3 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course* Fri., June 19 Independence Day - No Classes Fri., July 4 Last Day of Classes (Including Finals) Wed., July 8

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

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Summer Session 2 2015 Classes Begin Thurs., July 9 Last Day to Add/Drop Mon., July 13 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course* Thurs., July 30 Last Day of Classes (Including Finals) Fri., Aug. 14

*See Course Withdrawal Policy on Registrar’s Website.

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The University does not condone racism, Statement of University sexism, sexual harassment, intolerance or any Policies other acts of discrimination. The University is authorized under federal law to enroll While every effort is made to ensure the nonimmigrant alien students. accuracy of information provided in this catalog, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Sacred Heart University’s procedures Sacred Heart University reserves the right for claiming unlawful discrimination or to make changes at any time without harassment are set as an appendix to prior notice. The University provides the this catalog and also on the Sacred Heart information in this catalog solely for the University’s website. The Executive Director convenience of the reader, who may not for Human Resources, Julia Nofri, 203-365- rely upon it as a promise or legal obligation. 4837, serves as the coordinator for Title VI, Sacred Heart University expressly disclaims Title IX, section 504 of the Rehabilitation any liability based on the contents. Act and the Age Discrimination Act is the primary University Officer responsible for The University is committed to the concept such matter. Students claiming discrimination of equal educational opportunities for all. for handicap or disability may also contact Individuals are considered for admission to the Director of Special Services at the student status, and its services, facilities, University’s Jandrisevits Learning Center or programs and activities are administered in a the Dean of Students. nondiscriminatory manner as required by law without regard to race, religion, color, sex, Sacred Heart University is committed to sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, addressing student concerns related to gender, age or handicap. both academic and administrative issues. Students should first address complaints to The institution recognizes the Family Rights the appropriate University official to obtain and Privacy Act of 1974, which defines the resolution of disputes and complaints. In rights and protects the privacy of students compliance with C.R.F. Section 668.43(b), if with regard to their educational records. a student cannot resolve an issue within the The University is an Equal Opportunity University, the contact information for the Employer in accordance with its Affirmative New England Association of Schools and Action Policy. It does not discriminate as Colleges is: required by law in its employment practices 3 Burlington Woods Drive, STE 100 on the basis of race, color, religious creed, Burlington, MA 01803-4514 age, gender, marital status, national origin, Phone: 781-425-7700 disability, sexual orientation or veteran Toll Free: 855-886-3272 status. www.NEASC.org Sacred Heart University is committed to the or maintenance of a community environment Office of Higher Education, where respect for the dignity and worth of 61 Woodland Street each individual is demonstrated and where Hartford, CT. 06105-2326 diversity and the free exchange of ideas can Phone: 860-842-0229 flourish. The maintenance of that community www.ctohe.org/studentcomplaints.shtml requires its members to avoid behavior that creates division, to promote behavior that enhances cooperation among groups and to encourage the development of each person Photo Credits as a unique individual. Tracy Deer-Mirek, John Galayda, Don Hamerman

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Remedial Reading; Reading Consultant; and The University Intermediate Administrator are approved by the Connecticut State Department of Education. The Bachelor of Science in Accreditation and Memberships Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing Sacred Heart University has been granted programs are accredited by the Commission institutional accreditation by the New on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); England Association of Schools and Colleges, National League for Nursing; the Master one of six regional associations in the United of Science in Occupational Therapy is States that accredit schools and colleges. accredited by the Accreditation Council Institutional accreditation is the means for Occupational Therapy (ACOTE); the used by regional accrediting commissions Doctor of Physical Therapy is accredited to assure the educational community, by the Commission on Accreditation of PT the general public and other agencies Education (CAPTE); the Bachelor of Arts or and organizations that an institution has Science in Social Work program is accredited clearly defined and appropriate educational by the Council on Social Work Education; objectives and that it has established and the John F. Welch College of Business conditions under which its achievements is accredited by the Association to Advance can be met. Accreditation also provides that Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The an institution is so organized, staffed and University is approved by the Connecticut supported that it can continue to meet its State Department of Education for the objectives in the future. education of veterans and their eligible dependents. In addition, several University programs have received either specialized accreditation MEMBERSHIPS or approval by the state of Connecticut or AACSB, the Association to Advance have been granted specialized accreditation Collegiate Schools of Business by national professional organizations. Accreditation Council for Occupational The Farrington College of Education has Therapy Education (ACOTE) achieved national accreditation by NCATE (now CAEP). The elementary teacher Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society (ASL) certificate program is nationally recognized American Accounting Association by the Association for Childhood Education American Alliance of Health, Physical International (ACEI) and the Intermediate Education and Recreation Administrator program is nationally recognized by the Educational Leadership American Association for Higher Education Constituent Council (ELOC). The Master American Association of College Baseball of Arts in Teaching program is accredited Coaches (AACBC) by the Connecticut State Department of American Association of Colleges of Nursing Higher Education; the Education program American Association of Collegiate for teacher certification at the elementary Registrars and Admissions Officers and secondary levels is approved by (AACRAO) the Connecticut State Department of Education. The Master of Arts in Teaching American Association of Colleges for Teacher and Certificates of Advanced Study in Education (AACTE) Teaching. Literacy and Education Leadership American Association of Colleges for Teacher are accredited by the Connecticut State Education – CT (AACTE-CT) Department of Higher Education (now the American Association of Collegiate Schools Office of Higher Education). The Education and Programs programs for Initial Teacher Certification at the Elementary and Secondary levels;

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American Chamber of Commerce in Association of Collegiate Business Schools Luxembourg and Programs American College Counseling Association Association of Conferences and Events (ACCA) Directors (ACED) American College Health Association (ACHA) Association of Departments of English American College Personnel Association Association of Governing Boards (ACPA) Association of Graduate Programs in Ministry American Council on Education (ACE) Association of Institutional Research American Counseling Association (ACA Association of International Educators American Educational Research Association Association of Professors/Researchers in American Football Coaches Association Religious Education (AFCA) Association of Schools of Allied Health American Management Association (AMA) Professions American Mathematical Society Association of Student Judicial Affairs American Physical Therapy Association (ASJA) (APTA) Association of Title 1X Administrators American Speech Language Pathology (ATIXA) Association Association of University Programs in Health American Psychological Association Administration American Society of Composers, Authors Berkshire County Counselors Association and Publishers (ASCAP) (BCCA) Association for Computing Machinery Bridgeport Higher Education Alliance (BHEA) Association for North East Business Deans Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC) Association for Specialists in Group Work (ASGW) Business Council of Fairfield County Association for Student Affairs at Catholic Canadian Academic Accounting Association Colleges and Universities (ASACCU) Catholic Campus Ministry Association Association of American Colleges and Catholic Library Association Universities (AACU) Centesimus Annus Pro Pontifice (CAPP-USA) Association of Catholic Colleges and Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) Universities (ACCU) Chief Administrators of Catholic Education Association of College and University College and University Professional Housing Officers (ACUHO) Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) Association of College and University Unions College Art Association (ACUI) College Athletic Business Management Association of College Administration Association (CABMA) Professionals (ACAP) College Athletic Trainers’ Society (CATS) Association of College and University Housing Officers International College Board Association of College Honor Societies College Consortium for International Studies Association of College Unions International College Entrance Examination Board and (ACCUI) Scholarship Service Collegium Colonial Athletic Association (CAA)

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Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Council for the Advancement and Support of Training Education Programs (CAATE) Education (CASE) Commission on English Languages Program Council for the Accreditation of Educator Accreditation (CEA) Preparation (CAEP) Community-Campus Partnerships for Health Council of Connecticut Library Directors Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Council of Graduate Schools Council of Connecticut Association of Colleges and Independent Colleges Universities for Teacher Education Council on Social Work Education Connecticut Association of Latino and East End Counselors Association (EECA) Hispanic Education (CALAHE) Eastern Association of Colleges and Connecticut Association of Professional Employers (EACE) Financial Aid Administrators (CAPFAA) Eastern Association of Colleges and Connecticut Bursar Group University Business Officers (EACUBO) Connecticut Campus Compact Steering Eastern Association of Student Financial Aid Committee Administrators (EASFA) Connecticut Career Counseling Association Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association (EATA) (CCCA) Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Connecticut Colleges Purchasing Group Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (CCPG) Educational and Institutional Cooperative Connecticut Conference of Independent Purchasing (E&I) Colleges (CCIC) Entrepreneurship Institute Connecticut Cooperative Education and Internship Association European American Chamber of Commerce in the US Connecticut Counseling Association (CCA) European Council of International Schools Connecticut Distance Learning Consortium (ECIS) (CTDLC) Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Connecticut League for Nursing Connecticut School Counselor Association (CSCA) Fairfield County Business Council Connecticut Nurses Association Fairfield County Library Administrators Group Connecticut Library Consortium Financial Planning Association (FPA) Connecticut Softball Collegiate/Scholastic Hall of Fame (CSCSHF) Forum for World Affairs Connecticut Speech Language Hearing Forum on Education Abroad Association Greater Bridgeport Latino Network (GBLN) Connecticut Teachers of English to Speakers Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce of Other Languages (CONNTESOL) Greater Norwalk Chamber of Commerce Connecticut Technology Council (CTC) Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Council for Accelerated Programs (CAP) Hispanic Advisory Council of Greater Council for Adult and Experiential Learning Stamford (HACGS) (CAEL) Institute for European Studies/Institute for Council of Academic Programs in Asian Studies Communication Sciences and Disorders Institute for International Education (CAPCSD) Institute of Management Accounts

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Institute of Management Consultants National Association of College and Intercollegiate Association for Marriage and University Attorneys Family Therapists National Association of College and Intercollegiate Bowling Association University Business Officers Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) National Association of College Athletic Directors International Consortium of the National Council of Teachers of English National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS) Kiwanis Club of Bridgeport National Association of College Basketball Lilly Fellows Program (LFP) Coaches (NACBC) Luxembourg American Chamber of National Association of Colleges and Commerce (LACC) Employers (NACE) Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium National Association of Collegiate Directors (MHEC) of Athletics (NACDA) Massachusetts School Counselor Association National Association of Collegiate Marketing (MSCA) Administrators (NACMA) Mathematics Association of America National Association of Foreign Student Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Advisors Metro New York College Placement Officers National Association of Graduate Admissions Association (MNYCPOA) Professionals (NAGAP) Modern Languages Association (MLA) National Association of Independent NAFSA: Association of International Colleges and Universities Educators National Association of International National Academic Advising Association Educators (NAAA) National Association of Schools of Art and National Association for College Admission Design Counseling (NACAC) National Association of Social Workers National Association for Developmental National Association of Student Financial Aid Education Administrators (NASFAA) National Association of Educational Buyers National Association of Student Personnel (NAEB) Administrators (NASPA) National Association for Lay Ministry National Athletic Trainers’ Association National Association for Pastoral Musicians (NATA) National Association of Athletics Compliance National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board Coordinators (NAACC) of Certification (NATABOC) National Association of Campus Activities National Board for Certified Counselors (NACA) (NBCC) National Association of Catholic Colleges National Career Development Association Admissions Counseling (NACCAC) (NCDA) National Association of Church Personnel National Catholic Educational Association Administrators National Catholic Student Coalition National Association of College Admissions National College of Sports Medicine Counselors National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

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National Collegiate Licensing Association Northeast Association of Student (NCLA) Employment Administrators National Conference of Catechetical Northeast Conference (NEC) Leadership Northeast Conference Baseball Committee National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Overseas Association of College Admissions Education (NCATE) Counseling (OACAC) National Council for Teachers of English Pennsylvania Association of College National Council for Teachers of Math Admissions Counseling (PACAC) National Fastpitch Coaches Association Phi Delta Kappa, International Religious (NFCA) Educational Association National Intramural and Recreational Sports Sigma Xi Scientific Research Study Association (NIRSA) Society for Industrial and Applied National League for Nursing Mathematics National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Society for the Scientific Study of Religion Faculties Society of University Planners National Orientation Directors Association Stamford Chamber of Commerce (NODA) Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) National Society of Experiential Education Teachers of English to Speakers of Other (NSEE) Languages (TESOL) National Strength and Conditioning The Business Council of Fairfield County Association (NSCA) (BCFC) New England Affiliate of College and The Tuition Exchange University Residence Halls (NEACURH) The World Affairs Forum (WAF) New England Association of College Admissions Counseling (NEACAC) United States Patent and Trademark Libraries New England Association of College and University Professional and Continuing University Housing Officers (NEACUHO) Education Association (UPCEA) New England Association of Collegiate University Risk Management and Insurance Registrars and Admissions Officers Association (URMIA) (NEACRAO) Western Massachusetts Counselors New England Association of Schools and Association (WMCA) Colleges Western, Rockland, Putnam Counselors New England Intercollegiate Softball Coaches Association (WRPCA) Association (NEISCA) Western Suffolk Counselors Association New England Occupational Therapy (WSCA) Educational Council World Criminal Justice Library Network New England Resource Center for Higher Education (NERCHE) New England Transfer Association (NETA) New Haven Chamber of Commerce New Jersey Association of College Admissions Counseling (NJACAC) New York Association of College Admissions Counseling (NYACAC)

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Mission and History nurturing their abilities to imagine, create and appreciate. It assists students to acquire MISSION STATEMENT a rich understanding of their own cultural and family heritages so as to assume their Sacred Heart University is a coeducational, responsibilities as conveyors and creators independent, comprehensive institution of of culture and family. As a community higher learning in the Catholic intellectual of teachers and scholars, Sacred Heart tradition whose primary objective is to University exists for the pursuit of truth. It prepare men and women to live in and joins with other colleges and universities in make their contributions to the human the task of expanding human knowledge community. The University aims to assist in and deepening human understanding. It the development of people knowledgeable encourages and supports the scholarly and of self, rooted in faith, educated in mind, artistic work of its faculty and students. compassionate in heart, responsive to social Further, it has a responsibility to share its and civic obligations, and able to respond resources and its special gifts and talents for to an ever-changing world. It does this by the betterment of the human community. calling forth the intellectual potential of its All members of the University community students, nurturing each one’s spiritual and are encouraged to participate in the wider moral growth, and deepening in them a community through service to others, sense of social responsibility. The University especially the poor. From its founding, is committed to combining education the University has been recognized for its for life with preparation for professional caring approach to students. This expresses excellence. Sacred Heart University is the University’s belief that each student Catholic in tradition and spirit. As a Catholic is born with a unique set of qualities and university, it seeks to play its appropriate skills. It respects the personal and academic role in the modern world. It exemplifies in freedom of each of its members while, at the its life the Judeo-Christian values of the same time, fostering a genuine experience Godgiven freedom and dignity of every of community. By so doing, it creates the human person. Inspired by the ecumenical environment in which each person in the spirit of the Second Vatican Council, Sacred University shares in common goals and a Heart University welcomes men and women common commitment to truth, justice, and of all religious traditions and beliefs who concern for others. share its concerns for truth, scholarship, the dignity of the human person, freedom, HISTORY and the betterment of human society. It values religious diversity as enhancing Sacred Heart University was founded in the University community and creating 1963 by the Most Reverend Walter W. Curtis, opportunities for dialogue in the common Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport. It was search for truth. Through its curricular established to provide an affordable, quality and co-curricular activities and campus education at a Catholic university. From ministry programs, the University provides its outset, the University bore the mark of the context in which students have the innovation. Charting a new direction within opportunity to appropriate in a critical American Catholicism, the University was fashion their own religious traditions. Sacred to be led and staffed by the laity, as an Heart University challenges its students to independent Catholic University. Signs of the think critically, analyze carefully, evaluate University’s growth and vibrancy are evident. with a sense of justice and proportion, and The enrollment has risen from the original convey conclusions in an intelligible and class of 173 students to more than 5,700 full- articulate fashion. The University provides and part-time undergraduate and graduate the environment in which its students can students in Fall 2006. Correspondingly, the develop the aesthetic dimension of life by faculty has increased from 9 to over 190

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full-time professors and a cadre of dedicated population to the multicultural communities affiliate faculty members. The University has of St. Charles Church and neighborhood grown and has enhanced the undergraduate residents on Bridgeport’s East Side. The student experience in several other ways. In administration, faculty and staff, and 1990, it accepted for the first time students students are proud to carry the Founder’s who wanted the “residential” experience. vision and the University’s mission into the It now has ten residence halls, and 66% of third millennium. the full-time undergraduate students live in University housing. New degree programs LOCATIONS and majors in relevant disciplines are Located on 56 suburban acres and adjacent consistently added to our curriculum. The properties in Fairfield, Connecticut, the main University offers Division I athletics with campus is just minutes from Exit 47 off the 32 varsity teams. The expansive William Merritt Parkway (Route 15), about one hour H. Pitt Health and Recreation Center is north of New York and less than three hours available to all students and the community south of Boston. Major extension sites of at large. Recognizing the importance of the University are located in Stamford and technology, Sacred Heart University provides Griswold, Connecticut. The University also all undergraduate students with a laptop offers a Master of Business Administration computer. The University campus is a degree and undergraduate study abroad in wireless environment. The University consists the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. of five colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, John F. Welch College of Business,Isabelle Main Campus, Fairfield Farrington College of Education, the College of Health Professions, and University Full-Time Admissions College. The latter is committed to the Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Avenue adult learner and provides continuing Fairfield, CT 06825-1000 education programs. Its evening, weekend 203-371-7880 FAX: 203-365-7607 and accelerated courses earn praise for E-mail: [email protected] their diversity and relevance to changing lifestyles. An ever-widening outreach to Part-Time Admissions the community balances the University’s Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Avenue commitment to academic excellence. The Fairfield, CT 06825-1000 Center for Spirituality and Ministry educates 203-371-7830 FAX: 203-365-7500 men and women for pastoral, administrative, E-mail: [email protected] catechetical and other Church ministries. The Center for Christian-Jewish Understanding, Griswold which earned the personal endorsement Sacred Heart University at Griswold of Pope John Paul II, has become a global Griswold High School leader in fostering interreligious dialogue. 267 Slater Avenue Griswold, CT 06351 Closer to home, hundreds of students, 860-376-8408 FAX: 860-376-1798 faculty and staff volunteer their services E-mail: [email protected] in the community each year. The Center for Strategic Planning for Not-for-Profit Luxembourg Organizations provides business assistance Sacred Heart University at Luxembourg to qualified groups at no cost. Through the 7, rue Alcide de Gasperi Sacred Heart University–St. Charles Health Chambre de Commerce – Bâtiment B, and Wellness Center, faculty and students 1st Floor from Nursing, Physical Therapy, Psychology, L-2981 Luxembourg Occupational Therapy and related disciplines Luxembourg bring the assets of contemporary health 352-22-76-13 FAX: 352-22-76-23 care practices and services to an at-risk E-mail: [email protected]

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Stamford rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition. Sacred Heart University at Stamford 12 Omega Drive The University offers baccalaureate Stamford, CT 06907 candidates a choice of 30 majors in the areas 203-323-4959 FAX: 203-323-4974 of liberal arts, business and professional E-mail: [email protected] studies. Candidates seeking an associate Sacred Heart University at Landmark Square degree can choose from Associate of Arts/ 3 Landmark Square General Studies or Associate of Science in Stamford, CT 06901 Computer Science degree. Master’s degree programs are offered in the fields of: Sacred Heart University at Landmark Square 3 Landmark Square • Accounting (M.S.) Stamford, CT 06901 • Applied Psychology (M.S.) • Business Administration (M.B.A.) • Chemistry (M.S.) Discrimination • Computer Science and Information Sacred Heart University does not discriminate Technology (M.S.) on the basis of race, color, religious creed, • Clinical Nurse Leader (M.S.N.) age, gender, marital status, national origin, • Criminal Justice (M.A.) disability, sexual orientation or veteran status in the administration of its educational • Communications (M.A.) policies, admission policies, athletic • Cyber Security (M.S.) programs, or administered programs. Any • Digital Marketing (M.S.) behavior or action that excludes, harasses, or discriminates based on any of the above • Environmental Science and characteristics is unacceptable and subject Management (M.S.) to disciplinary action. Any person who • Exercise Science and Nutrition (M.S.) has a complaint regarding any unlawful • Family/Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.) discrimination may obtain the procedures to file a complaint from the Executive Director • Film and Television Production (M.A.) of Human Resources Department, Julia Nofi, • Healthcare Informatics (M.S.) 203-365-4837. A complaint by a student for • Human Resource Management (M.S.) unlawful discrimination in violation of Sacred • Nursing Education (M.S.N.) Heart University policies or state or federal law regarding disability may also be filed with • Master of Arts in Teaching M.A.T.) the Director of Special Services located at the • Occupational Therapy (M.S.) University’s Jandrisevits Learning Center who • Patient Care Services Administration will direct the complaint to Human Resources. (M.S.N. or M.S.N./M.B.A.) The procedures are set forth as an appendix to this catalog. • Religious Studies (M.A.) • Teaching (M.A.T.)

Professional certificates (Sixth Year) in Curriculum administration, CT. Literary Specialist and advanced teaching are also offered. The University responds to community needs with programs of study and courses that offer A post-master’s professional certificate is up-to-date specialized information and skills. also available in Family Nurse Practitioner. At the same time, it maintains a commitment Professional doctoral degree programs are to the intellectual development of its students offered in Physical Therapy (DPT)., Nursing within a well-defined liberal arts program Practice (DNP) and DBA in Finance.

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admission to the University through the Admissions transfer admissions process.

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS Admissions Process For Sacred Heart University welcomes students Full-Time Study from around the world. International The Office of Undergraduate Admissions students are eligible to apply to the coordinates the admission of prospective undergraduate program for full-time study students interested in full- time study (12 at Sacred Heart University if they have credits or more per semester). The different completed the equivalent of a United States categories of full-time admission and the secondary school education (approximately appropriate application requirements are twelve years of formal education) and have described below. the appropriate diploma or satisfactory results on leaving examinations. FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS Sacred Heart University classifies an A candidate for full-time admission to Sacred international student as a student who does Heart University as a freshman should submit not hold U.S. citizenship or U.S. Permanent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions Residency (U.S. Resident Alien) or Deferred a completed application (the University Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and uses the Common Application) with the one who must obtain an F1 student visa to application fee, a high school transcript, one study in the United States. This includes letter of recommendation, and an essay. A students who are living and/or studying visit to campus and an interview is strongly outside the U.S. and students who are living recommended to complement the required and/ or studying in the U.S. at the time of credentials. their application for admission.

TRANSFER ADMISSIONS Sacred Heart University prefers that The University accepts full-time students international students submit the following transferring from other regionally accredited information to the Office of Undergraduate colleges on a rolling basis. Prospective Admissions before November1 for January transfer students are required to submit to entrance and before March 1 for September the Office of Undergraduate Admissions entrance. an application for transfer admission (the University has its’ own) along with their A completed undergraduate admissions proof of completion of a high school diploma application must include: (official high school transcript or GED) or • Complete Online Application for the receipt of an Associate's Degree (posted International Students. on official college transcript), if applicable, additional official college or university • A non-refundable application fee of $50 transcripts, one letter of recommendation, an USD. essay, and the application fee. An interview • Official scholastic records from all on campus is strongly recommended. If you secondary schools and college/ have completed less than 12 credits, please universities attended which may Include submit a mid-semester grade report during semester-by-semester mark sheets, the application process. academic transcripts, grade reports, final examination results, diplomas and A student who has left Sacred Heart degree certificates from every college University for 2 consecutive semesters or or university attended showing dates longer is required to reapply for full-time attended, course titles, grades obtained,

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credit hours if any, and the conferral to pay the full cost required to attend of a bachelor’s degree. In addition, an SHU for one year (tuition, room, board, explanation of the secondary/university/ books, travel expenses, health insurance). college grading system must be provided along with transcripts. • The Immigration I-20 form (the form needed to obtain a student F1 visa from • One letter of recommendation. a U.S. embassy or consulate) will be issued by SHU after the student has been • A course-by-course credential report accepted to the University, and proof of from World Educational Services, or financial support in the form of an official a similar company, is required for all bank statement or financial guarantee is students who wish to transfer and submitted. The issuance of an I-20 and receive academic credit for coursework subsequent F-1 visa constitutes a legal taken at another college or university agreement with the U.S. government outside the U.S. binding the student to maintain full- • For all non-native English speakers, an time enrollment(at least 12 credits per official English language proficiency semester) at all times except during the examination is required. The following summer session. Employment in the examinations and minimum scores are U.S. is only allowed if authorized by the accepted: Immigration and Naturalization Service.

• TOEFL score of 550 on the paper- NOTE: Materials that are received by fax based test or 80 on the TOEFL iBT (203-365-7607) and email will be used as working documents only and are considered • IELTS – 6.5 to be unofficial. Such documents may be • SHU ELI online placement exam – 96 used for making an admission decision, however, original or photocopies with a • SHU ELI CaMLA EPT 70 school seal and signature are required when • SHU ELI MELAB – 80 (proctored on- a student enrolls at Sacred Heart University.. site at SHU) Submission of falsified documents is grounds for denial of admission or dismissal from the • PTE – 62 University. • iTEP – 5 TRANSFER, ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced COLLEGE EQUIVALENT CREDIT English (CAE) – 5.5 Transfer Credit • Cambridge Certificate in Proficiency in English (CPE) – 5.5 Credit is awarded for courses that carry grades of C or better and that parallel Sacred • Official SAT or ACT test scores (optional) Heart University offerings. The University reserves the right to examine selected • Copy of passport, specifically the page(s) courses to determine whether or not their containing identification data and content and quality fit the University’s signature of bearer. purpose and goals. Sacred Heart University • An official certified bank statement or will accept a maximum of 66 credits from government financial guarantee in English two-year colleges and 90 credits from four- and U.S. dollar figures, signed by a bank year institutions. or government official and dated within six months of enrolling at Sacred Heart University verifying the student’s, the student’s family and/or sponsor’s ability

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THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM ACCEPTANCE PROCESS Beginning with academic year 2008-2009, Sacred Heart University enrolls full-time credit will be given for scores of 4 or 5 on students in undergraduate programs of study the College Entrance Examination Board in August and January. Advanced Placement Examination. A grade of T is assigned for these credits. When The University accepts full-time, first-year Advanced Placement credit is awarded, as students through the Early Action program determined by the Academic Department, (fall terms), Early Decision program (fall for work that is the equivalent of specific term)or the Regular Admission program. Sacred Heart University courses (e.g., Biology Transfer applicants are reviewed on a rolling 111), students may not take those courses for basis. credit. A student who is denied full-time admission All requests and applications for Advanced is not allowed to begin classes on a part-time Placement should be made to the Office basis. Undergraduate Admissions before classes begin in the year of entrance to EARLY ACTION PROGRAM the University. Receipt by the Office of Students who consider Sacred Heart Undergraduate Admissions of an Advanced University one of their top choices, and wish Placement score report, directly from to learn of their admission early in senior the College Board, will be considered an year, may apply through the Early Action application for Advanced Placement and Program. Students who choose to apply college credit. Early Action should feel they can present the strongest application possible by the end of INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE first term senior year. Prospective students PROGRAM wishing to apply for Early Action should Sacred Heart University considers the reference the undergraduate admissions International Baccalaureate outstanding website for deadline information. Students for its integrated curriculum and rigor. who are accepted and who choose to enroll A student awarded the International at the University are required to submit a Baccalaureate Diploma will be granted the nonrefundable acceptance deposit. The option of sophomore standing and will have University observes a May 1 deposit deadline his or her individual diploma examinations for all students accepted prior to April 15. recorded as transfer credit. If a student does Deposits received or postmarked after May 1 not attain the International Baccalaureate will be accepted on a space-available basis. Diploma but presents individual Higher Level examinations with scores of 4, 5, 6 or 7, he or EARLY DECISION PROGRAM she will receive 6–8 credits per examination Students who consider Sacred Heart (depending on the Sacred Heart University University their first choice and have course equivalency), up to a total of 30 demonstrated above-average academic credits. These individual credits may be performance may apply under the Early applied to general education/core, a major Decision program. Contact the Office of or an elective. No credit will be awarded for Undergraduate Admissions for the Early Subsidiary examinations. A student who has Decision program application deadline. In been granted credit in a particular area may addition, all Early Decision candidates are not enroll for courses that will repeat his or required to interview with an Admissions her work in the subject. Students should have Counselor in the Office of Undergraduate their International Baccalaureate Diploma or Admissions prior to the Early Decision International Higher Level examination scores deadline. The University’s Early Decision sent to the Office of the Registrar. program is binding; therefore, students

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accepted to the University under the Early VISITING STUDENTS Decision program are required to submit a Visiting students are required to complete nonrefundable acceptance deposit. Those a registration form and make sure that who apply for Student Financial Assistance they have completed any prerequisites for will have the opportunity to preview a the course(s). Students are responsible for financial assistance package In advance of checking with their home institution if they making the binding commitment with the are planning to transfer the credits. enrollment deposit. To be considered for a financial assistance package in our early Connecticut law requires that students born decision program, the CSS Profile must be after December 31, 1956, provide proof of completed. Students deferred through the measles immunization: www.sacredheart. Early Decision program will be considered edu/download/27_2008_shu_uc_student_ through the Rolling Admissions process. health_services_form.pdf

REGULAR ADMISSIONS PROCESS Registration is ongoing.

All other candidates for admission will be Although not required, it is recommended evaluated through the Regular Admissions that students meet with an advisor from process. Decision letters for completed their major periodically to ensure completion applications will begin to be sent in February. of the program in a timely manner. Students If financial assistance and housing are a seeking admission to University College do consideration, students should submit not need prior college experience to begin their applications no later than March 1 for their studies, and standardized tests are not September enrollment and December 1 for required. January enrollment. Correspondence should be directed to: Students who are accepted and who choose to enroll at the University are required to University College submit a nonrefundable acceptance deposit. Sacred Heart University The University observes a May 1 deposit 5151 Park Avenue deadline for all students accepted prior to Fairfield, CT 06825-1000 April 15. Deposits received or postmarked Phone: 203-371-7830 after May 1 will be accepted on a space- Fax: 203-365-7500 available basis. [email protected]

Correspondence should be directed to: WEEKEND UNIVERSITY The Weekend University offers University Office of Undergraduate Admissions core curriculum courses that facilitate the Sacred Heart University pursuit of a degree. There are two sessions 5151 Park Avenue offered in an alternating weekend schedule, Fairfield, CT 06825-1000 allowing students to take two courses per Phone: 203-371-7880 semester. Fax: 203-365-7607 E-mail: [email protected] TASTE OF COLLEGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL Connecticut law requires that students born SENIORS AND SENIOR CITIZENS after December 31, 1956, provide proof of The Taste of College program is a special measles immunization: www.sacredheart. admissions program to encourage currently edu/download/27_2008_shu_uc_student_ enrolled high school juniors and seniors who health_services_form.pdf show exceptional academic accomplishments to participate in college-level courses.

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Students need to present an application, a Admissions Process for letter of recommendation from their high Part-Time Study school guidance counselor and a high school transcript. Students will receive three college All part-time undergraduate students, credits after successful completion of the (summer and winter intersession students) course. Also, adults 62 years or older may are admitted through University College. take college courses on a seat-available If an individual is a first-time student, he/ basis. Selected course offerings vary each she must submit a high school transcript or semester. High school seniors must be its equivalent and meet with an academic recommended by their high school counselor advisor to discuss educational goals. and should contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office at 203-371-7880 for After receiving acceptance into a degree information. Senior citizens should contact program, the student will review the University College at 203-371-7830 for more individualized plan of study with an advisor, information. and use this worksheet when registering for future classes. OTHER INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS Students who wish to receive credit for New students should follow these easy international school leaving examinations steps to become students at Sacred Heart other than the International Baccalaureate University: should have copies of their results sent to the Office of International Admissions Complete an application and make an who, in consultation with the Registrar appointment to meet with a part-time and respective academic departments, will admissions advisor. The application form is determine the amount of credit to be given available online at www.sacredheart.edu/ and the distribution of such credit. A student applyuc.cfm. Whenever possible, transfer who has been granted credit in a particular students should fax a copy of their college area may not enroll for courses that will transcript(s) to University College at 203- repeat his or her work in the subject. 365-7500 prior to their appointment. The advisor will perform a preliminary evaluation For the most commonly presented of any transfer credits, and during the initial international/ foreign examinations, the meeting will answer any questions, discuss guideline of acceptance of college credit is: program requirements, and help students register for a class. • French Baccalaureate—scores of 12–20 • German Abitur—scores of 7–15 If transcripts have been reviewed, but an (“befriedigend” or better) acceptance has not yet been issued, students may register for up to 12 credits. Registration • Swiss Matura—scores of 5 or 6 forms are available on our website: www. sacredheart.edu/uchealth.cfm. • United Kingdom “A” Level General Certificate Examinations—grade of A, B COLLEGE CREDIT BY EXAMINATION— or C NATIONAL TESTING PROGRAMS Other international/foreign examinations EXCELSIOR, CLEP and DANTES presented are evaluated for credit by the University Registrar, in consultation with These are national programs awarding appropriate departments and appropriate college credit by examination. CLEP exams international evaluation credential agencies, are administered at the Stamford campus. such as the World Education Services, Inc., located in New York City. The University awards credit for CLEP,

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DANTES, and certain EXCELSIOR exams. detailed description of the individual’s College credit is awarded when a student experience tailored to particular courses successfully passes an exam, see www. offered by the University and supporting sacredheart.edu/cleptransfer.cfm. Credit is documentation. Supporting documentation awarded only in areas where the student may include certificates, awards, letters does not have prior credit applied toward a of recommendation, job descriptions and degree. samples of work. As the portfolio is being composed, the student should be reflecting Students may not take exams in a graduating on the learning that has been derived from semester. his or her experience.

Sacred Heart University offers the nursing The portfolio and application form are student the opportunity to take EXCELSIOR submitted to University College, along exams in Anatomy and Physiology I and with the application fee. The portfolio is II, and the National League for Nursing referred to the appropriate faculty for a (NLN) challenge exam in Microbiology. For determination of any credit award. Some additional information concerning these academic departments review the portfolio exams, contact the Nursing Programs Office as a committee, while other departments at 203-371-7715. prefer to test the student in the particular subject matter. ASSESSMENT OF PRIOR LEARNING PROGRAM After the faculty committee has evaluated the portfolio, it is then reviewed by the Recognizing that higher education also department chairperson. A letter of award is occurs outside the classroom, the University prepared. awards academic credit to students for what they have learned through life and/ For additional information on the or work experience in very exceptional Assessment of Prior Learning program, circumstances. This experience can be contact University College at 203-371-7830. the result of self-education, professional certification, in-service training programs, Withdrawals from courses must be made in volunteer work or management work. person through the Office of the Registrar. Official withdrawal is necessary. In order to apply for credit, the student must be enrolled at the University in the semester in which the portfolio is submitted. Credit is awarded only for experience that parallels the University’s courses and programs. This credit can be used in the core curriculum, in the major or as free electives, as long as the student completes at least 30 credit hours in the classroom, with one-half of the major taken in the classroom at Sacred Heart University. No more than 60 credits can be awarded for prior learning and CLEP, DANTES and EXCELSIOR combined. This credit is not awarded in areas where National Testing Programs are applicable.

University College will assist the student in assembling the portfolio. The portfolio should include a brief work resume, a

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Expenses and Student OTHER FEES* Auditors Registration Fee (nonrefundable): Financial Assistance $115/term

Lab (per course, nonrefundable): $20-$190/ course Tuition and Fees Exercise Science Program Fee: $575 Subject to approval by the Board of Trustees (Academic Year 2014-2015) Athletic Training Program Fee: $575 Nursing Assessment Fee: $430 Private GENERAL INFORMATION Nursing Program Fee: $570 All tuition and fees must be paid on or Nursing Verification Fee: $40 before registration for each semester or Music Lessons: session unless prior arrangements have MU 131 (1 credit): $265 been made. Students will not be allowed MU 132 (2 credits): $530 to register with a prior balance. A degree will not be conferred and a transcript and/ John F. Welch College of Business Fee: $750/ or educational verification will not be issued semester until all financial obligations to the University Credit Card Reject Fee: $50 have been met. The University reserves the Guaranteed Payment Plan: right to require any past balance to be paid Credit Card Reject Fee: $90 by certified check. Credit Card Reject Fee: $50 Returned Check Fee: $40 FULL-TIME STUDENT* Study Abroad Fee: $700/$250/semester Tuition (12–18 credits): $17,750/semester Taste of College: $133/credit (Max 6 credits) Athletic and Recreation Fee: $125/semester Senior Citizen Program: $100/credit (Max 6 Overload (19 or more credits): $975/credit credits) Audit Tuition: $815/course Health Insurance - Full-time Undergraduate: $1,483/year Room and Board* Health Insurance – Part-time Undergraduate: Housing fee varies per residential hall $1,713/year Room: $4,737 to $4,891/semester Transcript**: $8/transcript Board: $900 to $2,400/semester Graduation Fee Part-time Undergraduate: $155 All residential dorms require meal plans. Refer to Student Accounts webpage at www. *For more detailed tuition and fees sacredheart.edu for additional information/ information, refer to the Student Accounts requirements. Web page at www.sacredheart.edu.

PART-TIME STUDENT* **Transcripts, diplomas, and employee Tuition (1–11 credits): $545/credit verifications are not released if any balance is due the University. Registration Fee (nonrefundable): $115/ semester It is the sole responsibility of the student to maintain a current mailing address with the Registrar’s Office to update their mailing address. Go to WebAdvisor to update your Personal Information.

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HEALTH INSURANCE Part-time students withdrawing from the All full-time undergraduate students are University or from individual classes must required to have Health Insurance, therefore, obtain a course withdrawal form from the students are automatically enrolled in the Registrar’s Office. University’s Health Insurance Plan. Students already covered by health insurance may Official withdrawal is necessary to ensure waive the University plan by going to the proper entry of grades on the transcript www.kostergallagher.com.SHU. All full-time and the determination of any refund, if Undergraduate International Students are applicable. enrolled in the University insurance program Withdrawal from the University within four and cannot waive out. For further information, weeks from the beginning of a semester contact Health Services at 203- 371-7838. entitles the candidate to a proportional refund of tuition. Refunds are granted only if PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES the candidate complies with the withdrawal Students can pay tuition and other fees in full procedures as prescribed by the Registrar’s by cash, check, or money order. All checks office. should be made payable to Sacred Heart University. Cash payment must be made in Tuition refunds based on full tuition charges person at the Cashiers Window (SC100) in are: the Academic Building. 100% Before start of first week of classes 80% Before start of second week of classes For online payments, go to 60% Before start of third week of classes www.sacredheart.edu. 40% Before start of fourth week of classes 20% Before start of fifth week of classes Monthly Payment Plan Options 0% After start of fifth week of class A monthly payment plan is available during regular terms (Fall and Spring). For Tuition refund for Weekend University additional information and/or to enroll, go to charges are: www.sacredheart.edu. Tuition refund for SHU Online programs is 100% prior to start of First week, 80% during Late Fee First week of class, and 0% after First week. If a payment is received later than the due date, a finance charge will be assessed at the All refunds can take four to six weeks to rate of .75% per month, annual rate of 9%. process. After withdrawing, students must contact Student Accounts at 203-371-7925 to Guaranteed Payment Plan receive a refund. Refunds are only given to This program enables part-time students to students who have no outstanding balances. register for a term without tuition payment at Pioneer Plus Card the time of registration. Further information regarding the Guaranteed Payment Plan can To set up electronic refund preference, go to be obtained online at www.sacredheart.edu. PioneerPlusCard.com.

Refund Allocation Policy for Federal WITHDRAWALS/REFUNDS Financial Aid Funds Withdrawals from courses must be made Withdrawing from all courses is considered through the Office of the Registrar. Full-time withdrawing from the University. If you students withdrawing from the University do this before 60% of the semester is must see the Assistant Dean, College of Arts completed (approximately 8–9 weeks into and Sciences or the Director of Advisement the semester), your financial aid award will for an exit interview. be recalculated, according to the percentage

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of the semester you have completed. The a variety of sources including federal, formula for calculating this percentage is: state, university and other private or local resources. These sources provide (Days enrolled) – (Official breaks of five days or longer) Total number of class days in the semester. grants, loans, scholarships and part-time employment to assist students with the cost RETURNING AID of their education. If you have been awarded Title IV (federal) Students who need assistance in formulating or state aid and you withdraw before a financial plan for college should contact completing 60% of the semester, some the Office of Student Financial Assistance portion of your financial aid must be at 203-371-7980. Confidential appointments returned. The above formula determines can be arranged to discuss personal financial what portion of the aid must be returned and situations and all possible avenues of the list below indicates the order in which financial assistance. the aid is returned.

Refunds to Federal Title IV programs are FAMILY DISCOUNT PLAN made in this order: The Family Discount Plan offers a reduction • Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan in undergraduate tuition costs when two or Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan Federal more individuals from the same family are Perkins Loan enrolled as full-time undergraduates at the University. Each full-time undergraduate • Federal Graduate PLUS Loan student must take at least 12 undergraduate • Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate credits during the period of the award. Students PLUS Family discount forms can be obtained from • Federal Pell Grant the Office of Student Financial Assistance prior to registration, or go to the Financial • Federal Supplemental Educational Assistance webpage www.sacredheart.edu Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

• Other federal sources of aid ELIGIBILITY • Other state, private, or institutional aid Undergraduate students are eligible for financial assistance provided they are citizens Refund examples are available in the or permanent residents of the United States Office of Student Financial Assistance. It is and are enrolled in the University on at least important to discuss withdrawal and refund a half-time basis working toward a degree. as it pertains to the individual student, and its implications for federal student loan In addition, students must maintain repayment and future eligibility for financial satisfactory academic progress and be in assistance. good standing in their course of study.

For purposes of determining student STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE eligibility for financial assistance under Title The University is committed to helping IV, HEA programs, the University establishes, students plan financially for their college publishes and applies Satisfactory Academic education. The Office of Student Financial Progress (SAP) standards that meet all Assistance advises students in their effort to federal requirements. To be eligible to receive locate appropriate financial resources. federal financial aid, a student is required to maintain satisfactory academic progress Financial assistance is generated from in his or her course of study according to

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the University’s published standards. SAP Priority deadline to apply for financial standards are based on cumulative measures assistance is: of a student’s progress toward degree completion. The Office of Student Financial New full-time undergraduate students: Assistance is responsible for ensuring that February 15 all students who receive financial aid meet these standards. To be eligible to receive Returning undergraduate students: March 15 institutional funds, a student is also required to maintain satisfactory academic progress Additional verification and documentation toward degree completion. may be required each year according to individual circumstances, such as parent For more information and the complete and student federal income tax transcripts, , policy please visit www.sacredheart.edu/SAP social security card, citizenship verification, driver’s license and others. You will receive Students in default on any loan made instructions from the Office of Student from a student loan fund at any university Financial Assistance regarding submission of or in default on a loan made, insured or the required documents. guaranteed under the Federal Direct, Perkins or Stafford Loan or Federal PLUS Program NOTIFICATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF are not eligible for assistance. FINANCIAL AID AWARDS All students will be notified of the status of APPLICATION PROCEDURES their financial assistance applications and To be considered for financial assistance the amount of their awards in writing and/or at Sacred Heart University each year, the via our online inquiry system—SHU Awards student must meet the requirements outlined access is through the University website at below: www.sacredheart.edu. If satisfied with the award package, the student must accept the • All students must complete a Free award package online within two weeks Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal of notification. Students have the right to or state financial aid. Sacred Heart request a review of their awarded assistance. University’s Title IV Code is 001403. • New full-time undergraduate student FEDERAL PROGRAMS financial assistance applicants must Several federally funded programs are also complete the PROFILE Application available to qualified students who are U.S. with the College Scholarship Service citizens. (CSS) to be considered for university or private financial assistance. Returning Federal Pell Grants students who want a re-evaluation for Pell Grants are funded by the federal additional university or private financil government and are designed to provide assistance must also complete the Profile financial assistance to undergraduate Application. To have an official report students who exhibit financial need pursuing sent directly to Sacred Heart University, their first undergraduate degree. Pell awards use the University’s CSS code number range from approximately $400 to $5,730 3780. a year. • Returning students must submit a confidential information form available online through SHU Awards.

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Federal Supplemental Educational higher learning (degree granting institutions) Opportunity Grant (SEOG) in the United States to voluntarily enter SEOG awards are provided by federal and into an agreement with VA to fund tuition institutional funds and are restricted to expenses that exceed the highest public undergraduate students who demonstrate in-state undergraduate tuition rate. Sacred exceptional financial need. Grants range in Heart University will contribute up to. the amounts from $100 to $4,000 a year. remainder of the tuition and expenses not covered by the national maximum of Federal College Work-Study (CWS) $20,235.05 that is provided by the VA. Only individuals entitled to the maximum benefit Work-Study is funded by federal and rate (based on service requirements) may institutional sources. Students who qualify receive this funding. Therefore, they may be for this program may be assigned a part-time eligible if they served an aggregate period job on campus. Earnings assist in meeting of active duty after September 10, 2001, of the cost of attending college. Students at least 36 months; they were honorably are paid weekly at a rate established in discharged from active duty for a service accordance with federal and University connected disability and they served 30 standards. continuous days after September 10, 2001; they are a dependent eligible for Transfer Federal Perkins Loan of Entitlement under the Post-9/11 GI Bill The Perkins Loan is a low-interest loan that based on a veteran’s service under the students may borrow to assist in meeting eligibility criteria listed above. For additional the cost of a college education. No interest information please visit www.sacredheart. accrues while the student is enrolled on at edu/pages/27541_yellow_ ribbon_program. least a half-time basis. Payment of the loan cfm. begins nine months after graduation, or after a change in enrollment to less than half-time Federal Direct Stafford Loan (Subsidized or withdrawal from the University. and Unsubsidized) The Subsidized Stafford Loan is available to Federal Teach Grant students who demonstrate financial need. The TEACH Grant Program is a non need The government pays the interest on the loan based federal program that provides up to while the student is in school. $4,000 per year to students enrolled in an eligible program and who agree to teach as The Unsubsidized Stafford Loan is available a high-qualified teacher in a high-need field to students regardless of financial need (i.e., at a low-income elementary or secondary regardless of family income). Students are school for at least four years within eight responsible for interest payments on the loan years of completing the program for which while attending college, or they may choose the TEACH Grant was awarded. If the grant to have the interest capitalized. recipient fails to complete the required teaching service, the TEACH Grant is Students start repayment of the loan(s) (plus converted to a Federal Direct Unsubsidized interest) six months after they graduate, Loan with interest accruing from the date the withdraw or change to less than half-time grant was disbursed. status. Repayment of principal and interest is spread over a 10-year period. Undergraduate GI Bill/Yellow Ribbon Program freshmen may borrow up to $3,500 per year; The Yellow Ribbon GI Education sophomores, up to $4,500 per year; and Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon juniors and seniors, up to $5,500 per year. Program) is a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of Additional Unsubsidized Stafford Loan limits 2008. This program allows institutions of to undergraduate students increased by

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$2,000 for loans disbursed on or after July 1, UNIVERSITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 2008. Independent undergraduate students PROGRAMS and dependent students whose parents Sacred Heart University’s personal approach cannot borrow a PLUS Loan can receive an and strong commitment to financial aid additional $4,000 for their freshman and helps our students achieve their educational sophomore and $5,000 for their junior and goals. To provide further access to families senior years. as they invest in a Sacred Heart University education, a variety of university financial Federal Direct Parent Loan for assistance programs have been designed Undergraduate Students (PLUS) which recognize students’ academic and PLUS is a loan for parents with good credit extracurricular achievements as well as the histories who have dependent students in financial needs of our families. school. The federal government requests that a student complete a FAFSA before the Merit Scholarship Programs parent can receive a Direct PLUS Loan. All new students are considered for merit The yearly loan limit is the cost of education scholarships as part of the admission minus financial assistance. Parents begin application review process (a separate making payments 30 to 60 days after they scholarship application is not required). receive the loan and must make payments Merit scholarships are awarded by the of at least $50 per month. Parents also may Scholarship Review Committee and are take up to 10 years to pay back the loan. based on the review of each student’s high school transcript, class rank, extracurricular STATE PROGRAMS achievements and financial aid. Course selection and overall grade point average Financial assistance programs are available are weighed heavily in the review process. to qualified students from the state of Sacred Heart University’s Test-Optional Connecticut, including the Governor’s Admissions Policy does apply to the Scholarship Program. Many other states also review for merit scholarships. However, if have scholarship programs for residents of candidates feel their test scores provide their state. For more information, contact further evidence of academic ability and your state’s agency for higher education. potential, or to be considered for the honors program, they may wish to submit them to Connecticut Governor’s Scholarship the Office of Undergraduate Admission. Merit Program scholarships are renewable for four years The State of Connecticut offers assistance (eight semesters) of undergraduate study under the Governor’s Scholarship Need and provided the student is enrolled full time Merit-Based Award for Connecticut residents each semester and maintains satisfactory who graduate high school with a class rank of academic progress and / or the cumulative 20% or better and / or SAT scores of at least GPA established for each program. Merit 1800 or ACT score of at least 27. Recipient scholarships are only awarded at the time must attend a Connecticut public or non- of admission, and there should be no profit private college and must demonstrate expectation that the amount will increase in financial need by filing the FAFSA. Or a CT subsequent years. Scholarships are limited resident who attends a Connecticut public or and offered on a first-come, first-served non-profit private college may be a recipient basis; we recommended that students of the Governor’s Scholarship Need-Based complete their applications for admission by Award. The recipient must have a federal February 1 in order to receive the maximum Expected Family Contribution (EFC) within possible scholarship. the allowable range determined by filing the FAFSA.

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The merit scholarship categories include Endowed Scholarships the following: President’s Excellence Award. Endowed scholarships established by Trustee Scholarship, College Scholarship private organizations, corporations and and Conley Award ranging from $5,000 to individuals are offered in varying amounts to $15,500. academically worthy students. At the time of publication of this catalog, the scholarships Students who are accepted into the Honors described therein were available. Awards are Program are eligible to receive an additional made at the discretion of the University as Thomas More Honors Scholarship of $2,000. funds are available.

Students transferring to Sacred Heart Alumni Associaton Endowed Scholarship University may be eligible for academic Fund scholarships based on academic achievements at their previous post- Established for incoming or continuing secondary institutions. Programs include: full-time undergraduate students who Phi Theta Kappa, Transfer Achievement demonstrate academic achievement, Award, and Connecticut Community College financial need, and involvement and Scholarship. leadership in community service and/or extracurricular activities. Note: Scholarship programs, criteria and amounts are subject to change. George I. Alden Trust Endowed Scholarship A scholarship program for full-time Activity-Based Programs undergraduate students who are Sacred Heart University offers activity-based economically-disadvantaged, who have grant and scholarship programs for full-time academic promise, who possess certain undergraduate students who participate in characteristics known to correlate with various student life programs on campus. success at Sacred Heart University, and for Awards are based on level of activity and whom this University can “open doors.” participation, and include programs such as Indicators for success at the University include Intercollegiate Athletics, Community Service, such factors as academic performance in Pioneer Bands, University Choir, Theatre Arts, high school, extracurricular activities, leader- University Dance, Catholic Social Thought ship qualities, and the ability to engage in Scholars, Student Leadership, Undergraduate University activities (e.g. through athlet- Research Assistants, Classroom Learning ics, community service, or other student Assistants (CLA), Resident Assistants (RA) activities). This endowed scholarship program and others. Award ranges vary and annual was made possible by the generous support renewal of these grants requires continued of the George I. Alden Trust. participation in the grant-awarding program. Julius Andrasi Memorial Scholarship Need-Based Programs Preference is given to students interested In our continued effort to assist families in the theatrical field or related fields of in their educational investment, Sacred writing and media studies. The award was Heart University offers need-based grants established in honor of Julius Andrasi, a that provide students with affordability deceased member of the class of 1969. and access, through the Sacred Heart University Grant-In-Aid, Bishop Curtis Award Dorothy I. Anger Scholarship and Pioneer Grant programs. Consistent Dorothy Anger, deceased director of alumni with our historical mission, the University relations and student activities, founded has maintained its commitment to the the Gold Key Club, an organization whose surrounding area by offering the following: members represent the University at its events.

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Michael Arnold Memorial Scholarship Diocese of Bridgeport. Candidates may be Established in 1994 in memory of Michael full-time students experiencing hardship. Arnold, deceased director of the Stamford Campus at Sacred Heart University, this Bullard Scholarship award assists Bridgeport students who are This scholarship, established by the Bullard pursuing pre-med or nursing studies. Company, is given to a full-time business major. John T. Balamaci Memorial Scholarship Established in 1972 in honor of John T. Lou Cerminara Memorial Endowed Balamaci, an English major who died in Scholarship his third year at Sacred Heart University, Established in 2002 by the family of this award is given to a full-time student Lou Cerminara, deceased member of with a minimum 3.0 GPA and upon the University’s Public Safety staff, this recommendation by an instructor. scholarship benefits “solid” students exhibiting the potential to excel. Recipients Dr. Daniel T. Banks Scholarship will demonstrate community service and/ This award is given to a deserving student or student life involvement. Preference is majoring in science. The recipient must have given to, but not limited to, candidates who a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference is given to are Criminal Justice majors. Preference is students interested in a career in medicine. given to, but not limited to, candidates of Dr. Banks was a prominent Bridgeport Italian-American heritage. Candidates must physician. be Connecticut residents who have financial need or special circumstances. Arthur J. Brissette Memorial Scholarship Philip And Anne Cernera Endowed This scholarship, in memory of a deceased Scholarship Fund member of the University community, is available to undergraduates majoring in Established in honor of Philip and Anne accounting or business. It is based on the Cernera, this scholarship provides support student’s academic excellence or financial to students who are active in the Campus need. Ministry Program, are academically qualified and demonstrate financial need. John W. Brookes Memorial Scholarship This is an award for any student who Ruth and Anthony Cernera Scholarship demonstrates academic excellence and This scholarship honors Dr. and Mrs. financial need. The scholarship was Cernera and is endowed by Michael established in the memory of Dr. John C. Dailey ’75, University alumnus and W. Brookes, a member of the math and former member of the University’s Board computer science faculty at Sacred Heart of Trustees. The objective is to identify University. full-time undergraduate students who are economically disadvantaged, who have Scott Browning Memorial Scholarship academic promise, who possess certain This scholarship was established by James characteristics known to correlate with Browning and his family in memory of his success at Sacred Heart University, and for brother Scott Browning and their parents, whom the University can “open doors.” George and Judy Browning. Preference is Awards are made from the yield of the fund given to a full-time undergraduate student according to the University spending policy. majoring in computer science and/or a qualified incoming freshman from Notre Dame High School in Fairfield, Connecticut, or another Catholic high school in the

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Class of 1994 Endowment Jonathan T. Evanish Scholarship This scholarship, founded by the senior class This scholarship provides support for a of 1994, is designed to recognize a student deserving nursing student. entering his or her senior year who has made contributions through community service. Isabelle T. Farrington Endowed Scholarships Established in 2002 by Mrs. Isabelle Evelyn M. Conley Scholarship Fund for the Farrington, this scholarship is available to Study of Law a student in the junior or senior class who, This award, made annually, provides one during the previous year, demonstrated scholarship to a student (full-time or part- (1) superior academic performance and time) in his or her senior year at Sacred potential by ranking in the top 10 percent of Heart University, who has applied to and has his or her class, and (2) a sincere interest in, been accepted at a law school. The award and practice of, the principles of citizenship is based solely on academic achievement. and religion for which Sacred Heart Financial consideration will only be applied University has been established as a Catholic if more than one qualified candidate exists. university. This award, founded to honor the memory of Evelyn Conley, wife of former University Babu George Endowed Scholarship President William Conley, was established by A scholarship program for full-time Mrs. Karin Douglas ’84. undergraduate Chemistry majors, in memory of Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Babu George, Patricia H. Cook Endowment Scholarship who was a long-time faculty member and Established to recognize and honor Patricia Chair of the Chemistry Department. Hemenway Cook, this scholarship supports students enrolled in the performing arts iFun “Incidental Fund for Undergraduate programs. Nursing” This fund provides monetary support for Bishop Curtis Scholarship Fund undergraduate nursing students for small, Established to honor the University’s founder, but essential necessities, to allow them to Bishop Walter Curtis and provides need-based continue in the program. scholarships for undergraduate students. Julia Sugrue Gorman Memorial Scholarship Mary M. Donahue Scholarship Established in 2002 by the generosity of This award, established by Donald J. alumnae Maureen Gorman ‘68 and Kathleen Donahue in memory of his wife, supports Gorman Crapanzano ‘68 in honor of their deserving minority students. mother, the scholarship assists students with a solid academic record who demonstrate Charles T. Eby Memorial Scholarship community service and/or student-life This award, given to a full-time history major involvement. entering senior year, requires high academic standing. The scholarship is in memory of Hans J. Gram Endowed Scholarship Charles T. Eby, an associate professor of Founded to honor Hans J. Gram, this history at the time of his death. scholarship provides financial assistance to academically promising students. Douglas Edwards Memorial Scholarship Established in memory of renowned Gary Hanna Memorial Scholarship newscaster Douglas Edwards, this Established in 2001, this scholarship scholarship is awarded to students majoring memorializes Gary Hanna, deceased member in media studies or broadcast journalism. of the class of 1974. It will benefit entering

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freshmen from Westhill High School in Anne S. Jandrisevits Scholarship Stamford showing a high school senior year Provides scholarship support to students GPA of at least 3.0. based on demonstrated financial need.

Preference is given to candidates of James Joy Scholarship Lebanese or Lebanese-American descent. Candidates must be from a Christian Established through the estate of James Joy, background. this award is made to a deserving student with financial need. Alexander Hawley Memorial Scholarship James River Corporation Scholarship This award is made in memory of Alexander Hawley, a long-time Trustee and honorary Established by the James River Corporation degree recipient at Sacred Heart University. of Norwalk, this award assists minority students. William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship John Katona Memorial Scholarship A scholarship program for full-time This scholarship was established in memory undergraduate students with need. of John “Chubby” Katona, a former employee Its purpose is to help economically- of the University. disadvantaged, underserved students to gain Keating Family Scholarship access to a quality education. This endowed scholarship program was made possible Established by the estate of Loretta M. by the generous support of the William Keating of Bridgeport, this scholarship is Randolph Hearst Foundation. awarded to deserving students with financial need. Eric Hernandez ’05 Memorial Scholarship John J. And Stella M. Kraieski Memorial Established in 2006 by his family, friends Scholarship and teammates, this scholarship honors Eric Hernandez ’05, deceased alumnus and Awarded to an academically talented former member of the University’s football student, the scholarship was established by team. It will be given to a qualified member an estate gift of John Kraieski. of the football team who, as a student- athlete, has demonstrated Eric’s qualities Laborer’s Local 665 Scholarship of sportsmanship, leadership and love of Founded by Laborer’s Local 665 in the game of football. Eric Hernandez was Bridgeport, Connecticut, this scholarship is a member of the 2001 1-AA Mid-Major given to full-time undergraduate students at National Champions team that completed an Sacred Heart University who are members undefeated 11-0 season. He went on to star of Local 665 and/or the sons or daughters of on the New York Police Department Football members. Team. Dorothy P. Lansdale Scholarship Joan M. Heybruck Community Service This award is given to a nursing student who Scholarship demonstrates outstanding academic and Awards scholarships to junior or senior professional abilities. students majoring in social work, having a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate engagement in Cynthia Jean Lynch Endowed Scholarship community service. Established by Betty S. Lynch, in memory of her daughter, Cynthia Jean Lynch, the fund provides assistance to students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences who are

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declared Criminal Justice majors and who Harold and Ann Miller Scholarship demonstrate academic achievement and Established in 1988 by Harold and Ann Miller, financial need. this award is given to adult undergraduate, part-time students who have completed at Stephen and Mary Marcinko Fund least two semesters at the University and have Established by an estate gift in 2002, this demonstrated financial need. fund will benefit Slovak American or native Slovak students at Sacred Heart University Near and Far Aid Association Scholarship showing the highest standard in scholarship Established by the Near and Far Aid and leadership Association, this scholarship supports a full-time female student with a cumulative La Flor Silvestre: the M. Theresa Martinez average of 3.0. Instructor’s recommendation Endowed Scholarship and demonstrated financial need are To recognize and honor deceased alumna necessary for consideration of award. M. Theresa Martinez’s commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Sandra Lynn Nobili Memorial Scholarship The recipient must be Hispanic female, must This award is given to a Catholic student maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, shall major in entering senior year and planning a career in the Arts & Sciences, Education or Health elementary education. Selected by members Professions. Shall engage in meaningful of the Education Department, the recipient community service. Must show financial need must have a cumulative average of 3.0 or and will receive a letter of recommendation better. by the Committee formed to represent the donors to the fund and family of M. Theresa Oaklawn Foundation Endowed Scholarship Martinez. A scholarship program for full-time Mechanics & Farmers Scholarship undergraduate students who have a demonstrated record of and commitment to Established in 1971, this scholarship is awarded community service. This endowed scholarship to an academically talented full- time student. program was made possible by the generous support of the Oaklawn Foundation. Lucy Medaglia Memorial Scholarship This scholarship, established by former William P. O’Boy Family Scholarship University President Anthony J. Cernera This scholarship is given to a deserving in memory of his grandmother, supports student with financial need. Preference is students preparing to be teachers. given to students from the Danbury-Bethel area. Beatrice T. Pace Endowed Scholarship Established through the estate of Ms. Pace, Dr. Margaret Palliser Endowment for Physical the scholarship provides aid for students who Therapy are in the top ten percent of their class and This endowment was established in 2001 demonstrate financial need. by Mrs. Karin Douglas ‘84 to fund Physical Therapy Scholarships and Special Projects. Thomas P. Melady Leadership Award The fund has been set up to honor Dr. Established in honor of Thomas P. Melady, Margaret Palliser, former University Assistant fifth president of Sacred Heart University, Vice President for Mission. this award is given to full-time students through the Presidential Internship Program. Recipients must demonstrate leadership, academic potential and community involvement.

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Michael J. Passariello Scholarship Trustee, this scholarship is given to children Recipients of this scholarship, given by Mrs. and grandchildren of employees of the Tom Ann Passariello in memory of her son Michael, James Company and its subsidiaries and the a member of Sacred Heart University’s alumni, Southwestern Company. are selected through demonstrated past performance showing that they are capable Jeannette Rohn Scholarship of succeeding at the University. Preference is Established in 1988 by Jeannette Rohn, this given to qualified parishioners of Holy Infant award is given to an outstanding student Church in Orange, Connecticut, or residents of majoring in finance with great financial need. the town of Orange. John Rycenga Scholarship Robert M. Paul Scholarship Named in memory of John Rycenga, the Recipients of this scholarship, given by University’s first chairman of the English Mr. and Mrs. William H. Paul of Trumbull in Department, this award is given to an English memory of their son, Robert, are selected on major entering their senior year. The recipient scholastic achievement and demonstrated must demonstrate academic excellence with financial need. Candidates must be full- a GPA of 3.4 or better, and an exemplary time undergraduate students, Diocese of character. English Department faculty select Bridgeport Catholic High School graduates qualified recipients. and/or experiencing hardship. Earl And Eloise Savage Endowment Fund Elizabeth M. Pfriem Scholarship Established to provide financial support to Mrs. Elizabeth M. Pfriem has established this students with cognitive limitations. scholarship to benefit qualified students from the inner-city schools of Bridgeport, Leonard A. Schine Memorial Scholarship Connecticut. Established in 1982 in memory of Leonard A. Schine, a former University Trustee, this Bette Pinder Memorial Scholarship annual award is given to a full-time senior with This award, in memory of former staff member superior grades in need of financial assistance. Bette Pinder, is given to an incoming freshman from the greater Bridgeport area who Robert Sendar Scholarship demonstrates financial need. This scholarship was established by the family of Robert M. Sendar in his memory. Robert was Charles Plohn Art Scholarship a student at Sacred Heart University majoring Established in memory of Charles Plohn, in chemistry. The recipient, chosen by a team of this award is given to an art major above the three Chemistry Department faculty members, freshman level who has completed a minimum must be a chemistry major at the second- of 12 credit hours of art studio courses and has year level or higher who has demonstrated a GPA of 3.0 or better. academic achievement and financial need.

Polish Studies Scholarship Awards SNET Scholarship These awards are made to students who have Awarded to deserving students. studied Polish for at least one semester and are continuing their studies in this area.Recipients Anthony Spetrino Scholarships must have a grade of B or better. Established by Anthony Spetrino, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding William V. Roberti Scholarship student in each of the three romance Established by the Tom James Company in languages….French, Spanish and Italian. honor of William V. Roberti, a former University

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Carmen Tortora Scholarship Awarded to a deserving nursing student.

George Joseph Voynick Scholarship This scholarship, established by Irene M. Voynick and her family in memory of her father, is awarded to a deserving full-time student, majoring in the basic sciences and maintaining a B average or better.

John F. Welch Endowed Scholarship Established to provide scholarships to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the John F. Welch College of Business with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.

Jill Wright Scholarship This scholarship, bequeathed to the University through the trust of William R. Wright to honor the memory of Jill Wright, his deceased wife, benefits a qualified graduating senior at Central High School who will matriculate as part of Sacred Heart University’s entering Freshman class.

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In addition, University-wide liturgical University Life celebrations mark special days and seasons. A complete college education extends Other interfaith worship and prayer beyond the walls of the classroom and opportunities are provided regularly. outside the pages of the textbook. Sacred Heart University’s Student Life, Intercollegiate Athletics and Career Development departments are committed The Career Development to the holistic growth of students through and Placement Center both co-curricular and extracurricular The Career Development and Placement programming. The University’s goal is to Center provides unlimited guidance and provide the support services and life skills preparation to full-time and part-time that will help students succeed in the students who have matriculated towards a classroom as well as in their pursuits after degree from freshman year until graduation graduation. four years later and throughout their lives as alumni. Career Development programs and services include: Bookstore • Major in Success program assists students The newly renovated bookstore is located on in gaining self-knowledge, selecting a the first floor of the new Linda E. McMahon major, and researching compatible career Commons building operated by Follett options; College Stores, it offers textbooks, supplies, clothing with the University’s name and logo • Career testing including the FOCUS2 and related items. Bookstore purchases can self-directed career planning system, the be made online. Visit the bookstore’s web Strong Interest Inventory, and the Myers- site at www.sacredheart.edu/campuslife/ Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI); bookstore. • Assistance finding paid and unpaid internships for which students may be able to earn academic credit; Campus Ministry • One-on-one career counseling for career- The Office of Campus Ministry provides related issues; opportunities for persons of all religious • Help finding part-time and summer traditions to share in the faith life of the employment; University community. Campus Ministry serves students, faculty, staff and the local • Resumé writing and interviewing skills community through daily liturgies, pastoral workshops; counseling, community outreach, educational programming, special projects, retreats, • Career panel discussions, networking and events and programs. etiquette events, employer on-campus interviewing, and job fairs; Campus Ministry responds to student needs • Online job postings: the office maintains for worship, integration, social interaction, an online job bank (PioneerLink) and job meaningful discussion of life issues, search management web site exclusively responsible social action for justice, and for Sacred Heart University students. exploration of moral, religious and relational issues. • Guidance in conducting a senior-year job search for a full-time position after The Eucharist is celebrated on Sundays graduation; and planning for and and weekdays during the academic year. researching graduate school options.

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The Career Development and Placement Information concerning the meal plans is Center is located in the Linda E. McMahon available through the Student Life Office. Commons building and can be reached by phone at 203-371-7975 or via e-mail at Points may also be used in 63’S Dining Hall [email protected]. in the main Academic Center, the Food Ocurt in McMahon Commons, Outtakes (a convenience-style store), , Holy Grounds Café featuring Mondo Subs located in Commuter Students the Christian Witness Commons, and the The University is committed to providing Cambridge Café located in the College commuter students a comprehensive college of Education and Health Professions on experience—keeping in mind the special Cambridge Drive, Trumbull, and at all home needs and concerns of commuter students. football and basketball games. Commuter students are encouraged to participate in Commuter Student Roundtable discussions and become part of Commuter Assistants, a peer-matching program. Health Insurance All full-time students must show proof of Commuter students are also urged to join health insurance coverage or else enroll the Commuter Connections, a student- in the University’s Health Insurance Plan run organization dedicated to providing at www.kosterweb.com. Undergraduate programs and services for commuters. students who attend at least half-time (six credits per term) are eligible to enroll in The Commuter Life Office is part of the the University’s student health insurance University’s Student Life Department and can program. All international students are be reached at 203-371-7956. required to participate in the insurance program. Information regarding specific coverage under student health insurance Dining Services should be directed to the Health Services Office at 203-371-7838 or online at www. The University has contracted with kosterins.com. Chartwell’s, a professional food service corporation, to provide meals for students. The Dining Service Director works closely with students and staff to ensure the dining Wellness Center needs of the University community are met. COUNSELING SERVICES The University’s meal plan is a hybrid The Counseling Center provides support declining balance “all you can eat” program. services of a holistic student development Prepaid plans are available to resident, nature, and attends to members of the commuter, faculty, or staff members. University community who may be experiencing some difficulty in adjusting to Points in this program can be used for emotional wellness issues. The University many purchases, ranging from entrees to provides professional counselors who are snacks and ice cream to grocery items to available weekdays for individual, personal convenience items such as toiletries and counseling sessions and psychotropic necessities. counseling. All first-year residents are required to be on Many personal development workshops are a “Big Red” meal plan. All other students offered by the Counseling Center, as well are required to be on a meal plan, a level as group topical counseling sessions. For which is determined by their resident hall.

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longer-term therapy, the staff makes referrals after the student’s first birthday. Laboratory to local professionals at an individual cost to evidence (blood test) is acceptable in lieu of the student. administration of vaccine. All students must be in compliance with this state law before For additional information about the registering. Counseling Center, call 203-371-7955. MENINGOCOCCAL VACCINE LAW HEALTH SERVICES Beginning with the 2002–2003 academic Health Services offers daily first-response year, the State of Connecticut requires that treatment for minor health-related issues. all students who reside in on-campus halls A physician and nurse practitioners are must be vaccinated against meningitis. Proof on campus for appointments throughout of this vaccination must be presented to the week (Monday–Friday) at no cost to the appropriate University officials before students. In September 2008, St. Vincent’s a student can obtain entry to their resident Medical Center began serving as the hall. This new guideline for Connecticut Physician/Medical Director for the Sacred colleges and universities is provided in Public Heart Health Center. Act 01-93.

Staffed by registered nurses and open For additional information, call the five days per week, Health Services also University’s Health Services (203-371-7838), handles state immunization requirements or stop by the lower level of the Park Avenue and University insurance requirements and House. coordinates health promotion workshops. Health Services can also make referrals to local health care facilities, fill many basic prescriptions on campus, and arrange with Athletics and Recreation a local pharmacy to deliver to campus. For At Sacred Heart University a comprehensive additional information about Health Services, athletics and recreation program exists for call 203-371-7838. all members of the university community. During the academic year, the following Students needing medical attention when opportunities are available: the Student Health Center is closed can see a physician at St. Vincent Immediate Health DIVISION I INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Care (urgent care center) 4600 Main Street The University’s 31 NCAA D-I varsity Bridgeport, CT 203-371-4445 or St. Vincent athletic programs are open to all full- Medical Center (hospital) 2800 Main Street time undergraduate students. Eligibility Bridgeport, CT 203-576-6000 requirements, scholarship availability, team overviews, schedules and player MEASLES IMMUNIZATION LAW and coaches profiles can be reviewed Connecticut law requires students born after on the intercollegiate webpage (http:// December 31, 1956, to provide proof of two sacredheartpioneers.cstv.com). doses of measles vaccine administered at least one month apart. INTERCOLLEGIATE CLUB SPORTS

The first dose of vaccine must have been The 25 individual and team (single-sex and given after the student’s first birthday and coed) club sport programs are open to after January 1, 1969; the second dose must all full-time undergraduate and graduate have been given after January 1, 1980. The students. Most of the club sport teams are student is also required to provide proof of members of athletic conferences. Unlike one dose of rubella vaccine administered varsity athletics, club sports do not offer scholarships, practice and playing seasons

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are shorter and in some cases less intense Fencing then their D-I counterparts. All skill levels are Field Hockey encouraged to participate, and all programs Golf have direct student involvement in the Ice Hockey management of their sport. Similar to varsity Lacrosse athletics, each team has a professional Rowing head coach and athletic trainer. Additional Soccer information about intercollegiate club sports Softball can be reviewed on the club sports webpage: Swimming www.sacredheart.edu/clubsports.cfm Track and Field (Indoor and Outdoor) Tennis Volleyball RECREATION AND INTRAMURALS Activities in this area are varied and are offered throughout the academic year. Multiple fitness centers, a dedicated International Students aerobics/dance room, an exceptional The University provides academic and weight training facility, and numerous sport social support to its growing number leagues such as flag football, basketball, of international students. International volleyball, softball, etc. (which are organized and Multicultural Affairs is a part of the by residential hall floors, within academic University’s Student Life Department. All departments or most frequently by friends international students are encouraged to use organizing a team) are all designed to allow the University services to seek assistance for members of the university community their concerns and to become involved in time to relax, exercise, socialize, compete campus activities. University services include and enjoy healthy activity to balance out the English as a Second Language (ESL) a rigorous academic schedule. Additional program, the International Club and Focused information about recreation and intramural international student programming. sports programming can be reviewed at http://www.sacredheart.edu/athletics.cfm. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISA CERTIFICATION MEN’S VARSITY ATHLETIC PROGRAMS An international student requesting an Baseball application for a student visa (F-l) must be Basketball accepted to the University in a full-time Cross Country program of study. Since federal and/or Fencing state financial assistance is not available to Football international students, the student is also Golf required to present certified evidence of Ice Hockey sufficient funding to cover education and living Lacrosse expenses. If, after attending the University, the Soccer student decides not to return, notification must Track and Field (Indoor and Outdoor) be made in writing to the Office of Student Tennis Life. If a student wishes to travel during the Volleyball authorized time of study at the University, Wrestling he or she must present a current I-20 form to the Office of Student Life for certification WOMEN’S VARSITY ATHLETIC PROGRAM prior to departure. A student not following the Basketball regulations of the U.S. Department of Justice Bowling Immigration and Naturalization Service is Cross Country considered out of status and may be subject to Equestrian deportation from the United States.

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Public Safety and Parking from home” by creating a healthy, living/ learning atmosphere. Students have direct The Department of Public Safety, located input to their living environment through in the Academic Center, is committed to the Residence Hall Associations and the fostering an environment in which all those Hall Councils, which address concerns and who live, study, work or visit within the organize activities for members of the hall University campus are able to do so in a safe community. and secure environment. The department is committed to providing professional, timely The University currently houses students and efficient public safety services to all of in eight different areas: Angelo Roncalli its constituents on a 24-hour-a-day, seven- Hall, Elizabeth Ann Seton Hall, Thomas day-a-week basis. Merton Hall, Christian Witness Commons, Scholars Commons, Park Ridge Apartments, Public Safety officers patrol the buildings Taft Commons, and Oakwood Gardens. and grounds of the University via vehicle, These varied areas offer distinct residential bicycle and foot. Services provided by the lifestyles, from traditional high-rise resident department include personal safety escorts, halls to on-campus apartments to off- motor vehicle assistance (unlocks and jump campus apartments. starts) and emergency medical response and treatment, as well as maintaining a lost-and-found department. Public Safety STUDENT ACTIVITIES enforces parking and traffic regulations, The Student Activities Office seeks to provides key control and locksmith services enhance the college experience outside the and investigates and documents incidents classroom by offering both cocurricular and on campus. Public Safety is the emergency extracurricular opportunities for students. response department on campus, and acts In addition, the Student Activities Office as the liaison with the local police, fire and teaches life skills to students through ambulance services. formal training sessions and leadership opportunities. All vehicles parked on the campus must display a University decal. Parking permits A vital component of the Department of are available from and distributed by the Student Life, the office is responsible for Student Accounts Office located in the SC scheduling, planning and overseeing all Wing of the Main Academic Building. For student events on campus. The Student general information, call 203-371-7924. You Activities Office is a center for information on can also apply online at www.sacredheart. events, student groups, Student Government edu/pages/27536_parking.cfm. and student leadership. The Student Activities Office can be reached at DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 203-365-7675. TELEPHONE NUMBERS TTY 203-365-4714 STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS The University encourages students to become involved in student groups as a part of their college experience. Diverse interests Residential Life and are represented on campus by numerous Housing Services clubs and organizations: The Office of Residential Life and Housing Services coordinates all University housing Academic Clubs options for students. The office staff, hall Accounting Club directors and resident assistants work with American Chemical Society students to make the halls a “home away American Medical Student Association

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Biology Club Greek Life Sororities Business Administration Management Club Computer Science Club National Criminal Justice Club Chi Omega English Club Zeta Tau Alpha Exercise Science Club Kappa Delta Phi Fashion Club Sigma Sigma Finance and Economics Club Theta Phi Alpha Health Science Club History Club Local Marketing Club Politics & International Studies Club Kappa Phi Pre-Occupational Therapy Club Pre-Physical Therapy Club Intramurals Psychology Club Aerobics Social Work Club Baseball Sociology Club Basketball Sport Management Club Bowling Student Athletic Training Organization Dodge Ball Student Investment Group Flag Football Student Nurses Association Floor Hockey Golf Academic Honor Societies Martial Arts Alpha Kappa Delta Soccer Alpha Phi Sigma Softball Alpha Sigma Lambda Tennis Delta Epsilon Sigma Volleyball Delta Mu Delta Wiffleball Kappa Kappa Psi (band fraternity) Lambda Epsilon Chi Media Organizations Phi Eta Sigma SHU Box Multimedia Phi Alpha Theta Pioneer Magazine Phi Sigma Alpha Prologue (yearbook) Phi Sigma Iota Spectrum (newspaper) Psi Chi The Pulse (TV News Magazine) Sigma Tau Delta WHRT (radio station) Sigma Theta Tau Theta Alpha Kappa Multicultural Organizations Celtic Club Greek Life Fraternities Gay Straight Alliance Italian Club National La Hispanidad Delta Tau Delta UMOJA Delta Upsilon Pi Kappa Phi Performing Arts Pioneer Bands Local Marching Band Omega Phi Kappa Pep Band Concert Band String Ensemble Jazz Band Winter Guard

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Choir CLUB SPORTS Liturgical Choir Concert Choir Men’s Club Sports Four Heart Harmony Baseball SHU Love - Women’s Ensemble Basketball Theatre Arts Program (TAP) Bowling Ice Hockey Recreational Groups Lacrosse American Sign Language Club Rugby Anime Club Soccer Ballroom Dance Club Volleyball Chess Club College Democrats Women’s Club Sports College Republicans Basketball Heart Attack (spirit club) Field Hockey Kappa Kappa Psi (band fraternity) Ice Hockey Martial Arts Club Lacrosse SHU F.O.R.C.E (dance ensemble) Rugby Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow Soccer Service Clubs/Organizations Softball Active Minds Volleyball Are You Autism Aware? Best Buddies Co-Ed Club Sports Habitat for Humanity ONE Campaign Dance Team Peace by Justice Figure Skating Rotaract Club Golf Gymnastics Residential Life/Commuter Life Clubs Running Sailing Hall Councils Tennis Resident Hall Association Ultimate Frisbee Weightlifting STUDENT GOVERNMENT The Student Government is the parent STUDENT UNION organization to all student groups on Another area in the Department of Student campus. It is composed of: Life is the Student Union Office. Many of Class Officers the nonacademic services provided by the Council of Clubs and Organizations University are facilitated by the Student Executive Board Union, including: Student Events Team (SET) Class ring sales Student Senate Game Room (Hawley Lounge) Student Government Class Boards One-Card program Red’s Pub Student Government’s primary purpose is Room/Facilities to oversee student groups, sponsor events Reservations to meet the needs of the students and to Shuttle Service address concerns of the student body. Student Handbook Student ID Cards Vending Services

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The Student Union Office can be reached at 203-365-7663.

Every student (full-time and part-time) is responsible for being aware of the policies and procedures of Sacred Heart University as outlined on the Student Handbook web link (www.sacredheart.edu/pages/3911_student_ handbook.cfm). All students will be held accountable for their actions and subsequent consequences with regard to these policies and may be subject to any judicial action as detailed in the Student Handbook.

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for Campus Ministry, Music, Public Safety, University Facilities and Student Affairs and Student Government, as Community Resources well as 63’s Dining Halls, Mahogany Room, Gallery of Contemporary Art, Hawley Lounge, mailroom/print shop and the Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts. University Facilities University Commons includes offices Sacred Heart University currently has 19 for public safety, the neuroscience lab, buildings on its 64.5-acre campus and classrooms, a multipurpose assembly room, adjoining properties in the northeast corner the Mail and Copy Center, and Campus of Fairfield, Connecticut. The William H. Operations. Pitt Health and Recreation Center opened in September 1997, Chapel in 2009 and the CAMBRIDGE DRIVE, THE COLLEGE OF Linda E. McMahon Student Commons in HEALTH PROFESSIONS 2012, as did significant enhancements of the main academic facilities. Plans also call for The faculty offices and many of the further improvements of the library, a new instructional spaces of the College of Health classroom building,a parking garage and Professions are located at Cambridge other improvements. Drive, a short drive or shuttle ride from the Park Avenue campus. This newly created, 52,000-square-foot facility houses state- ACADEMIC CENTER of-the-art labs, classrooms, and library The Academic Center contains most facilities for the Colleges, which includes the classrooms and faculty, administrative departments of Nursing, Physical Therapy and academic departmental offices. The and Human Movement, and Occupational Academic Center is divided into four wings: Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Science Center, Humanities Center, Student All graduate study for the Colleges and Union, and University Commons. many laboratory and didactic undergraduate courses are scheduled in this facility. The Science Center includes offices of In addition to the highly sophisticated the Dean and Assistant Dean of Arts and classrooms, laboratories, and library Sciences, Registrar, Student Accounts, and spaces, there are new dining facilities, a Academic Advising. Also included are the physical therapy clinic, a reading clinic, and faculty offices for Biology, Chemistry and administrative and faculty offices. There is Mathematics. The Science Center houses ample parking and the facility is served by a many state-of-the-art classrooms and the regular university shuttle service. biology, chemistry, and physics laboratories. CAMPUS FIELD The Humanities Center includes the Academic and Administrative Computing Campus Field is the home of the Pioneer Center, and the Study Abroad office football, men’s and women’s soccer, field Also included are the faculty offices for hockey, men’s and women’s lacrosse, and Criminal Justice, Computer Science and men’s and women’s outdoor track and Information Technology, English, English field. Renovated in 2008,Campus Field as a Second Language, Modern Foreign features lights and a $1.2 million SprintTurf Language,Philosophy, Psychology, Theology synthetic-surface, multipurpose field. and Religious Studies and Social Work. The The field is surrounded by an eight-lane Humanities Center also includes multiple synthetic-surface running track available classrooms and computer labs. for competition and recreational use. With a seating capacity of 3,500, Campus Field The Student Union area includes the offices is an ideal location for large-scale events

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and has been host to athletic tournaments, ELITE BUILDING graduations and outdoor fairs. Adjacent to Located off campus in neighboring Trumbull, Campus Field are six tennis courts as well Connecticut, the building at 2285 Reservoir as Pioneer Park which is one of the finest Avenue houses the office of the Senior Vice softball stadiums in the Northeast. President for Finance and Administration; office of Facilities Management and CHAPEL OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Construction. The Chapel of the Holy Spirit, which was dedicated in August 2009, is a pivotal JANDRISEVITS LEARNING CENTER (JLC) campus landmark serving as a powerful The Jandrisevits Learning Center is located symbol of Sacred Heart’s Catholic identity. in the lower level of the Ryan-Matura Library. It holds more than 500 in its principal The JLC provides specialized tutoring for sanctuary with a smaller Chapel of the students with learning disabilities (LDs) as Nativity for daily Mass and private prayer well as for students who are linguistically that seats 50. Among the Chapel’s special diverse (ESL). Staffed by highly experienced features are original mosaics and stained faculty tutors and well-trained peer tutors, glass by the world-famous Jesuit artist, the JLC provides a warm, friendly learning Father Marko Ivan Rupnik and a tracker environment where the academic success of organ designed and manufactured especially individual students is the primary concern. for Sacred Heart University by master An adaptive technology lab is available for craftsmen at Casavant Frères. There are students with visual, auditory, physical, or outdoor gardens and a spacious narthex learning disabilities. For an appointment, call – or foyer – suitable for public gatherings. all 203-371-7820, or come to the Jandrisevits The building and grounds are designed Learning Center. to suggest one of the defining themes of the Second Vatican Council: the Church LIEBERMAN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING as the Pilgrim People of God. The Chapel roof consists of copper folds in the manner The Lieberman Administration Building of a nomadic tent, for example, and the houses the office of the President; offices of narthex has walls of glass to demonstrate the Provost and Vice President for Academic the intersection between daily life and the Affairs; offices of the Vice President for life of prayer. The Chapel’s bell tower holds Mission and Catholic Identity, office of the four unique bronze bells, hand-cast in the Vice President for Human Resources and Netherlands. The largest one weighs 1,500 offices of University College; the Media pounds and measures 41 inches in diameter; Studies Center; faculty offices for the the smallest weighs 447 pounds and is 27 departments of Government and Politics, inches in diameter. History, Human Resources, Media Studies and Digital Culture, Philosophy and Religious Studies, and Sociology. CURTIS HALL Curtis Hall, named for the University ‘s LINDA E. MCMAHON COMMONS founder, Most Reverend Walter W. Curtis, D.D., Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, The 46,000-square foot Linda E. McMahon houses the offices of Undergraduate and Commons serves as a crossroads and Graduate Admissions, Vice President for popular destination for students and the Marketing and Communications Student entire Sacred Heart community. Linking Financial Assistance. The Curtis Theatre is the University’s academic, spiritual and also located in this building. extracurricular cores, as well as its upper and lower campuses, the distinctive V-shaped building includes the bookstore, a food court adjoining a 250-seat student dining hall, a

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private dining room with hearth and seating conjunction with academic-based faculty for 50 individuals, informal lounge spaces therapists, in a facility that features state-of- including a fireplace lounge overlooking the the-art physical therapy equipment. east entry terrace, a concourse connecting active spaces within the building, a The Health and Fitness Center is located on presentation room, Career Development and the lower level of the Pitt Center. Offering a Placement center, Red’s Pub and houses wide range of fitness equipment and classes, the office of the Senior Vice President for the 5,000 square foot facility features Enrollment, Student Affairs & Athletics. The an enclosed aerobics studio and main exterior of the building incorporates outdoor fitness area, where the latest generation terraces that also serve as gathering space of cardiovascular exercise machines and for students and faculty. brand new hammer strength free weight equipment can be used. Locker rooms for OAKVIEW DRIVE, THE ISABELLE both the Pioneer and visiting athletic teams FARRINGTON COLLEGE OF EDUCATION are adjacent to the fitness area as well as the Pioneer wrestling room. The upper level Located off campus in neighboring Trumbull, of the Pitt Center houses the Department Connecticut, the building at 101 Oakview of Athletics suite of offices and the Board Drive houses the Isabelle Farrington College Room, which serves as a meeting/reception of Education, office of the Vice President for room for the Board of Trustees and other on- Finance and Administration, the Business campus organizations. Perched atop the Pitt Office, , Motion Analysis Laboratory, Upward Center is the Sky Box, a beautifully appointed Bound,Art Department and faculty offices, room with terrace access that Is used to host administrative offices of WSHU Radio, and special guests during athletic events. Payroll.

RESIDENCE HALLS WELLNESS CENTER The University currently houses students in The Wellness Center, which includes Personal eight different facilities: Angelo Roncalli Hall, Counseling Services and Health Services, Elizabeth Ann Seton Hall, Thomas Merton will relocate to its newly constructed facility Hall, Christian Witness Commons, Scholars on Park Avenue This expanded facility will Commons, Park Ridge Apartments, Oakwood provide a state of the art Center to better Apartments and Taft Commons. These offer serve our campus populations. distinct residential lifestyles, from traditional high-rise resident halls to on-campus THE WILLIAM H. PITT HEALTH AND apartments to off-campus apartments. RECREATION CENTER

The William H. Pitt Health and Recreation RYAN MATURA LIBRARY Center is home to the Pioneer 31 Division The Ryan Matura Library is the source for I men’s and women’s programs, as well as information, whether it is the answer to a many intramural and recreational programs. factual question or research for a term paper. The three-level, 141,000-square-foot complex Librarians are available to answer questions features four multipurpose basketball and assist students with extended research courts, which can be easily converted projects. Instruction sessions are conducted for concert or convention use, and seats for class groups to familiarize them with the 2,100 for basketball. The main level of the library, with subject-specific research, and Pitt Center also houses the Sacred Heart the research process. Librarians also assist University Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation students with finding information in other Center, a joint private practice/University libraries, in commercial databases, or on the venture offering many specialized clinical Internet. rehabilitation and wellness services in

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Periodicals and periodical indexes, including As each tradition reevaluates attitudes newspapers are found in print, film and toward the other, the center fosters the electronic format. Any book or periodical not exploration of the major philosophical and found in the library can be obtained from theological issues on the frontier of the another library through interlibrary loan. Christian-Jewish dialogue, as these are Materials can usually be obtained within 10 formulated by scholars at the international days. and national levels.

At present the Ryan-Matura Library holds The center’s mission is to develop programs approximately 125,000 print volumes and and publications to overcome deep-seated 50,000 nonprint items and more than 15,000 antagonisms, based on centuries of hostility periodical subscriptions. These include and mutual estrangement, that recent a significant number of full-text journals progress has not yet healed. It fosters available on more than 50 online index and greater knowledge and understanding of abstracting databases. These can be reached the religious traditions of Christianity and 24 hours a day/7 days a week from links Judaism and the history of their relationship, on the library home page. Databases are and provides a forum for dialogue. It available from campus and home. promotes independent research and serves as a vehicle for processing and circulating its The library’s website is located at http:// findings to appropriate institutions around library.sacredheart.edu. It provides access the world. to the library catalog, information about the library, electronic reserve reading, links For further information about the Center for to research databases and other related Christian-Jewish Understanding, call 203-371- information. 7912or visit its website at www. ccju.org.

The library building also houses the CENTER FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR Jandrisevits Learning Center. NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS The Center for Strategic Planning for Not- SCHINE AUDITORIUM For-Profit Organizations was established The Schine Auditorium, located in the by Sacred Heart University within the John lower level of the Ryan-Matura Library, F. Welch College of Business to provide provides an appropriate setting for lectures, business assistance to qualified groups. workshops, academic convocations and other special programs. To reserve the 220- Through the application of skills developed seat auditorium, call 203-371-7846 between during their studies, teams of MBA students, 8:30am and noon, Monday through Friday. under the guidance of an experienced advisor, address strategic issues central to the client’s longer term viability and effectiveness. In doing so, students provide Community Resources a valuable service while being exposed to “realities of life” that transcend the formal CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN-JEWISH academic environment. UNDERSTANDING (CCJU) It is the mission of the Center to engender The CCJU is an educational and research in the University’s MBA students a sense division of Sacred Heart University. The of community and an appreciation for center draws together clergy, laity, scholars, those less fortunate by providing them a theologians and educators in various modes unique opportunity to give of their talents of interaction to focus on current religious in the service of others. Functioning as thinking within Christianity and Judaism. teams, students will assist not-for-profit

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organizations with the development and Freda Edgerton, the Edgerton Center for the implementation of strategic, business, and Performing Arts is a center for all seasons. marketing plans necessary to meet their The theatre is fully renovated and air goals and objectives. In doing so, students conditioned, permitting it to remain available will apply the skills learned in the SHU MBA to students, faculty, and the community for program in a cooperative effort carried out in a wide variety of artistic endeavors. A newly the spirit of the Catholic intellectual tradition renovated lobby/art gallery to open this to produce an outcome worthy of a grade. Fall will make the Edgerton Center one of the premier facilities of its kind in Fairfield The mission of the Center is directly aligned County. with, and in support of, key elements of the mission of Sacred Heart University and For all questions and ticketing information, the John F. Welch College of Business. The call the box office at 203-371-7908, or visit Center’s office is located at on Oakview the center at www.edgertoncenter.org. campus. For further information call, 203- 371-7853. HERSHER INSTITUTE FOR APPLIED ETHICS Established in 1993, the Hersher Institute for EDGERTON CENTER FOR THE Applied Ethics serves both the University PERFORMING ARTS community and the wider Fairfield County Since its opening in 1986, the Edgerton community by addressing issues of major Center for the Performing Arts has presented ethical concern. The institute assists Sacred the Fairfield County community with Heart University faculty from all disciplines professional-quality theatrical, musical, and to raise and examine broad ethical concerns dance performances that are both accessible and issues specific to their respective and affordable. Located on the main campus, disciplines. the center, with a house that seats 776+, has been host to more than 52,000 patrons from The Hersher Institute brings speakers to over 29 towns since its opening. campus to address the faculty and provides training for integrating ethical viewpoints Offering year-round productions, the into the University curriculum. The institute Edgerton Center for the Performing supports the University’s wider mission by Arts features programming designed to cosponsoring, with other departments and complement the educational development institutes, colloquia and conferences that and cultural experience of local youth. In raise important ethical questions for the addition to offering year-round professional University scholarly community and the theatre for families, the Edgerton Center general public. For further information, call also features programming for a variety of 203-3657657. audiences. RADIO STATIONS In addition to offering professional productions to the community, the WSHU Public Radio is a professionally Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts operated group of public radio stations provides a venue through which Sacred licensed to Sacred Heart University with Heart University’s students and faculty can studios and control centers located on the express their artistic voice. The Edgerton Fairfield campus. A full member of NPR, it is Center is host to productions from a variety one of only two such stations in Connecticut of University organizations including the and 268 in the United States. Concert Choir, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, and the SHU Players. WSHU is the principal public radio source for Fairfield, New Haven and Litchfield Counties Thanks to the contributions of Charles and in Connecticut and Suffolk and Duchess

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Counties in New York. More than 276,000 testing with a new Biodex II system, a full listeners tune in to the station’s blend of range of orthopedic and sports physical acclaimed NPR news and talk programs, therapy evaluation resources, a therapeutic locally produced classical music, award- pool and a full hand rehabilitation center. winning regional reporting, and unique Patients of the clinic may take advantage of entertainment. the comprehensive fitness facilities of the William H. Pitt Health and Recreation Center WSHU utilizes student support in the form of under the supervision of a Physical Therapy internships, work-study students, and board staff member. The clinics are authorized operators. It also serves as a lab for audio providers for most major medical insurance production. carriers. For further information, call 203- 396-8181. In addition to its original 91.1 FM signal, WSHU operates another service, WSHU Fairfield County Public Radio (1260 AM, 1350 AM, 1400 AM and 106.5 FM), as well as three other radio stations— WSUF 89.9 FM in Noyack, New York, WQQQ103.3 FM in Sharon, Connecticut, WYBC 1340 AM in New Haven, Connecticut— and seven translators: 90.1 FM (Stamford, CT), 91.3 FM (Huntington Station, NY), 91.7 FM (Ridge, NY), 93.3 FM (Northford, CT), 103.3 FM (Greenport, NY), and 105.7 FM (Selden, NY).

SPORTS MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION CLINIC The University operates two physical therapy and hand therapy clinic facilities, one on campus affiliated with the academic program in Physical Therapy, and one in Shelton, Connecticut. The on-campus clinic is located in the William H. Pitt Health and Recreation Center and at the Cambridge Drive facility. The clinics provide physical therapy and hand therapy services to students, employees and the public. Clinic staff includes several members of the Physical Therapy program faculty as well as several staff members who are advanced clinicians in orthopedic, sports physical therapy and hand therapy.

All are licensed physical therapists. The clinics operate five days per week, 12 hours per day. This clinic service is also closely affiliated with the University’s athletic training program to serve the rehabilitation needs of our student-athletes.

The clinical facility features the latest technological equipment in isokinetic

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and ethical awareness. Consistent with its Degrees and Curricula Mission, Sacred Heart University provides The goal of Sacred Heart University is to its students with a core curriculum that provide an educational experience that will is rooted in the liberal arts and Catholic foster the development of the whole person Intellectual Tradition. The core curriculum is: who is: • fundamental to becoming a • knowledgeable and educated - able to knowledgeable, educated, and ethically know, understand, judge, reason, analyze, responsible person; synthesize, discern, appreciate, value, and communicate; • foundational to studies in the major and to lifelong learning; and is • intellectually and professionally prepared to take their place as citizens, • essential preparation for personal and professionals, and leaders in an ever- professional success in a global and ever- changing, global world; changing world. • rooted in faith and who recognizes faith’s STRUCTURE OF THE UNIVERSITY CORE relevance to human experience; CURRICULUM • compassionate in heart and who possesses a moral framework that The Core Curriculum is composed of three recognizes the freedom and dignity of components: every human person and the importance • Foundational Core ( 9 credits) of a just society. • Common Core: The Human Journey (12 credits) Baccalaureate Degrees • Elective Core (33–35 credits) At the undergraduate level, Sacred Heart I. Foundational Core (9 credits) University offers two baccalaureate degrees: Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science The Foundational Core provides students (BS) depending upon the nature of the with competency at the college level discipline of the major. The University offers in written and oral communication, 26 majors and 30 minors. The University also critical thinking, information literacy, and offers Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate mathematics, skills that are necessary for in Science (AS) degrees. academic success and essential in a global and ever-changing world. All candidates for the baccalaureate degree FYS 125* First Year Seminar (3 credits) must complete at least 120 credits, with a FLO 125 The Art of Thinking (3 credits) minimum of 30 credits taken at Sacred Heart University. A minimum cumulative grade MA TBD Mathematics (college level) point average (GPA) of 2.0 is required. In (3 credits) addition a minimum of 2.0 is required in the Major field of study. *A minimum grade of C or better is required. FYS 125* First Year Seminar (3 CR) First Year Seminars are designed and The University Core Curriculum taught by full-time faculty on topics that A central component of undergraduate study are pertinent to the lives of students, the is the University’s Core Curriculum, which world in which they live, and the interests embodies the University’s commitment to of faculty. The seminars are writing and oral academic excellence, social responsibility, communications intensive and introduce

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students to college-level research skills Humanities (9 credits) and principles of information literacy. First The Humanities are the historical, aesthetic, Year Seminars are capped at 16 students to language and literature disciplines that ensure that instructors can devote adequate study the human condition and human attention to the content of their courses and experience using methods that are largely the development of the proficiencies and critical, creative, analytical, theoretical, skills of each student. First Year Seminars are interpretive, and speculative. To accomplish offered with discipline designations. When the Humanities area, students are required to successfully completed with a grade of “C” complete 9 credits from at least two different or higher, the credits earned in the Freshmen disciplines of the following: Year Seminar are applied to the Elective Core requirements. Alternatively, depending • Art on departmental requirements, the credits • Foreign Languages earned may be applied to the major if the • History First Year Seminar is in the same discipline as • Literature the major. • Music (excluding applied music courses) FLO 125 The Art of Thinking (3 CR) • Media Arts/Communication The Art of Thinking provides students with • Performing Arts (excluding applied the tools they need to become effective performing arts courses) thinkers. This course covers the essential methods and rules of logic, such as inductive Students are strongly encouraged to take and deductive arguments, fallacies, and 6 credits of the same Foreign Language syllogisms. Using the tools of logic, students in consecutive semesters as part of their read primary texts and arguments with Humanities requirement in this area. faculty from diverse disciplines. As with the First Year Seminar, The Art of Thinking For students majoring in Nursing, 6 credits in is taught by full-time faculty from across two departments completes this area. appropriate disciplines in the College of Arts and Sciences. Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits) The Social and Behavioral Sciences use the II. Elective Core (33–35 credits) scientific method and analytical approach The Elective Core provides students with the to study human behavior and the social body of knowledge, critical thinking abilities, nature of human beings and to examine the and ethical and moral thinking that are social and political structures that result from needed for studies in the major, for life-long human interaction and that shape human learning, and for the education of the whole behavior. person. To accomplish the Social and Behavioral The Elective Core is comprised of courses in Sciences area, students are required to the Humanities, the Social and Behavioral complete 9 credits from at least two different Sciences, the Natural Sciences/Mathematics/ disciplines of the following: Computer Science, and Theology & Religious • Anthropology Studies and Philosophy. These courses introduce students to the perspectives and • Economics ways of knowing in these disciplines. Courses • Political Science in the major discipline may not be used • Psychology in the elective core unless the student is a • Sociology double major.

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Natural Sciences/Mathematics/ Computer by the following four fundamental and Science (6–8 credits) enduring questions of human meaning and The Natural Sciences use the empirical or value: scientific method to study the laws that • What does it mean to be human? govern nature and the natural world. Mathematics and Computer Science use • What does it mean to live a life. of rigorous logic as their primary methodology. meaning and purpose?

To accomplish the Natural Sciences/ • What does it mean to understand and Mathematics/Computer Science area, appreciate the natural world? students are required to complete 6-8 • What does it mean to forge a more just credits, and one of the courses must be society for the common good? Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. • Biology The Human Journey introduces students to some of the most significant thinkers, artists, • Chemistry writers and scientists from Western, Catholic, • Computer Science and non-Western traditions who have • Mathematics wrestled with these central and complex • Physics questions about human life.

Theology & Religious Studies and Philosophy The Common Core courses which comprise (9 credits) The Human Journey are: Theology & Religious Studies use reason HICC 101 The Human Journey: Historical and critical and analytical thought to study Paths to Civilization religions, religious beliefs and practices, and ENCC 102 Literary Expressions of The to examine the relationship between the Human Journey human and the Divine as well as to explore CC 103 A The Human Community: questions of truth, justice, ethics, and the The Individual and Society moral dimensions of existence. Philosophy (Anthropology, Sociology, uses logic, analysis, and reason to examine Political Science, Psychology) fundamental questions about existence, or meaning and knowledge, and ethics. CC 103 B The Human Community and To accomplish the Theology & Religious Scientific Discovery (Biology, Studies and Philosophy area, students are Chemistry, Physics) required to complete 9 credits from the two CC 104 The Human Search for Truth, different disciplines: Justice, and the Common • Philosophy Good (Philosophy or Theology/Religious Studies) • Theology & Religious Studies • Elective from Theology & Religious Students will take one of the CC 103 A or CC Studies or Philosophy 103 B options.

III. Common Core: The Human Journey Sacred Heart University’s academic signature centerpiece, The Human Journey, is a coherent, integrated, and multidisciplinary study of the liberal arts and sciences and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition. The courses of The Human Journey are framed and unified

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Course Descriptions ANCC 103 The Human Community: The Individual and Society 3 CR HICC 101 The Human Journey: Historical This is the third of four courses in The Human Paths to Civilization 3 CR Journey, Sacred Heart University’s Common HICC 101 is part of Sacred Heart University’s Core Curriculum. As part of the University’s Common Core, The Human Journey. Framed Common Core, The Human Journey, by the Common Core’s four fundamental ANCC103 addresses the four core questions questions of human meaning and value, from the anthropological perspective. With this course is designed to provide first-year an emphasis on the unity, diversity and college students with an understanding of development of human biology and culture, the elements of Western Civilization from the the anthropological perspective offers a ancient world to the end of the Renaissance, unique opportunity to engage the Catholic including the Catholic intellectual tradition. intellectual tradition and examine the HICC101 will also provide students with enduring questions of human existence. sufficient knowledge of the history and culture of a non-western civilization (China) POCC 103 The Human Community: The to allow for meaningful comparison of the Individual and Society 3 CR two cultures. Primary texts will be used to This is the third of four courses in The Human bring students into close contact with the Journey, the Common Core Curriculum at main thinkers of the period and to show how Sacred Heart University. The course explores historians use written records to interpret questions regarding human meaning the past. and value by specifically focusing on the social and political dimensions of the Core ENCC 102 Literary Expressions of The Questions. This course will include an Human Journey 3 CR analysis of the major political philosophers ENCC 102 is part of Sacred Heart University’s and their perspectives on the following: common core sequence The Human Journey. What does it mean to be human? What This course addresses the four fundamental does it mean to live a life of meaning and questions of human meaning and value purpose? What does it mean to forge a more that serve as the unifying frame for all the just society for the common good? What courses in The Common Core. In ENCC102 does it mean to appreciate and understand we read and examine significant works of the natural world? The course also literature. We read serious literature because incorporates key thinkers from the Catholic it presents us with images of, dramatizes for Intellectual tradition as they approach the us, or tells us stories about ourselves, our core questions. human experience throughout time, and the way we live. This course engages students PSCC 103 The Human Community: The in conversations about these literary stories, Individual and Society 3 CR images, and dramatizations. We critically This course is the third of four courses in and analytically read and examine works of Sacred Heart University’s Common Core literature from different cultures – western Curriculum, The Human Journey. This course and non-western, including Catholic, and addresses the four fundamental questions from different time periods – classical of human meaning and value that serve to contemporary, with an aim toward as the unifying frame for all the courses understanding and appreciating how these in The Human Journey. This particular very different works give us insight in the course engages students in a study of the four core questions. relationship between psychology – the science of human behavior and mental processes, and the Catholic intellectual tradition – which is characterized by rigorous

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intellectual inquiry and an openness to the core’s four fundamental questions scientific ideas. This course aims to help us of human meaning and value. From the understand ourselves as human persons, as perspective of Chemistry, students learn well as to understand the social and physical about science and the natural world and environments in which we live. science’s engagement with the Catholic intellectual tradition. SOCC 103 The Human Community: The Individual and Society 3 CR PYCC 103 The Human Community and This is the third of four courses in The Scientific Discovery 3 CR Human Journey, Sacred Heart University’s This is the third of four courses in Sacred Common Core Curriculum. As part of the Heart University’s Common Core Curriculum, University’s Common Core: The Human The Human Journey. As part of The Journey, this course takes up the enduring Human Journey curriculum, this course questions of human existence: 1) What addresses the four fundamental questions does it mean to be human? 2) What does it of human meaning and value from the mean to live a life of meaning and purpose? perspective of the academic disciplines of 3) What does it mean to appreciate and Physics and Theology. PYCC103 examines understand the natural world? 4) What does the relationships between our human it mean to forge a more just society for the explorations of the universe through science, common good? Investigations are primarily in general, and physics, in particular. We guided by insights from sociology about will examine Physics as a fundamental and the social nature of human beings and the practical human endeavor which helps us structure of societies while also including the understand and appreciate the natural world contributions from the natural sciences and as part of God’s provision and revelation for the Catholic intellectual tradition. us. As with all of the courses that make up the Common Core, the four fundamental BICC 103 The Human Community and questions provide the threads that serve as Scientific Discovery 3 CR the framework for the fabric of the course. This is the third of four courses in The Human Journey, Sacred Heart University’s Common RS/PHCC 104 The Human Search for Truth, Core Curriculum. This course focuses on the Justice, and the Common Good 3 CR scientific approach and its uses and limits This course is the capstone course in in addressing the four fundamental core Sacred Heart University’s Common Core questions of human meaning and value. The sequence of study, The Human Journey. practice of scientific inquiry with respect to As the capstone, this course addresses political, social and cultural factors will also the Core’s four fundamental questions of be examined, particularly in the context of human meaning and value. This course the Catholic intellectual tradition. Potential investigates the religious or philosophical topics to be discussed include learning understanding of the human condition as about your own ancient genetic lineage, a theme running through the four stated evolution, genetic testing, environmental questions. Students study both classic pollution, global climate change, and disease and contemporary texts from a range of prevention. religious and some philosophical traditions, particularly the Catholic intellectual tradition. CHCC 103 The Human Community and A vital component of the course is students’ Scientific Discovery 3 CR own responses to the four questions, especially as those responses evolve through This is the third of four courses in Sacred the enrichment of the course material. As Heart University’s Common Core Curriculum, a capstone course, RS/PHCC104 enables The Human Journey. This course examines students to develop a personal, integrated

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set of answers to the common core questions • Social Work through a range of modalities and media, • Sociology including service projects, research papers, artistic productions, student “portfolios” • Spanish of completed assignments for all four Core courses, and other similarly integrated and ISABELLE FARRINGTON COLLEGE OF interdisciplinary work. EDUCATION Undergraduates who are interested in becoming teachers apply to the graduate school during freshman sophomore year. The Major Field (30-58 credits) They select a major in the College of Arts The major provides the student an area of and Sciences or the Welch College of specialty as preparation for a career or as a Business, take courses in the Farrington foundation for graduate study. College of Education during their junior and senior years, and complete teacher Several baccalaureate majors offer multiple certification requirements (including student specialization programs. One half of the teaching) and a master’s degree in education credit for the student’s major must be during a fifth year. completed at Sacred Heart University. Sacred Heart University offers the following JOHN F. WELCH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS baccalaureate major programs, with concentration options listed after the major: • Accounting • Business Administration: A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for the Entrepreneurship and Family Business, Major with no individual course grade below Human Resources Management, a C. International Business, Management, Marketing COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES • Business Economics • Art & Design • Finance • Biology: Traditional, Molecular • Marketing: Digital Advertising, Fashion and Cellular Biology, Ecology and Marketing and Merchandising, Sport Conservation Biology, Neuroscience Marketing • Chemistry: Biochemistry, Traditional • Sport Management • Communication Studies • Computer Science: Computer Science, COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS Information Technology • Athletic Training • Criminal Justice • Exercise Science • English: Literature, Writing • Health Science • Global Studies • Nursing (B.S. only): First Professional • History Degree Program, RN to BSN, RN to MSN • Mathematics UNIVERSITY COLLEGE • Media Arts • General Studies • Philosophy • Professional Studies • Political Science • Psychology • Religious Studies

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Electives (0–36 credits) • Italian Electives are courses offered by the • Latin American Studies University in subject areas that interest the • Mathematics student. Electives should be selected in • Media Arts consultation with the student’s academic advisor. • Middle Eastern Studies • Music Students majoring in any discipline may • Performing Arts also elect courses in the following pre- professional areas: Pre-Law, Pre-Medical/ • Philosophy Pre-Dental, Pre-Occupational Therapy, • Political Science Pre- Optometry, Pre-Physical Therapy, • Psychology Pre-Speech-Language Pathology and Pre- Veterinary. Qualified students may also elect • Religious Studies courses in the Thomas More Honors Program • Sociology or in Education. These are explained in the • Spanish Academic Enhancement Programs chapter in • Studio Art this catalog. • Women’s Studies No more than 8 credits in Applied Music may be used for free electives. JOHN F. WELCH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS • Accounting • Business Minor Programs • Business Economics In addition to a major, the student may • Digital Marketing choose an optional minor program from the following: • Fashion Marketing and Merchandising • Management COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES • Marketing • Biology • Sports Management • Catholic Studies • Chemistry COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS • Computer Science • Geriatric Health and Wellness • Criminal Justice • Health Science • English • Pre-Speech-Language Pathology • European Studies • Fashion Design Policy on Awarding of Second • French Baccalaureate Degree • Global Studies Students will be eligible to receive a second • Graphic Design baccalaureate degree from Sacred Heart • History University, with a major other than that • Honors obtained with their first degree, if they meet the following criteria: • Illustration • Information Technology • They will have fulfilled the requirements of the second degree and major. • Irish Studies

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• They will have completed at least 30 *A grade of C or better is required. credits at Sacred Heart University after the date of the first degree. Common Core: The Human Journey • That up to 90 credits of the first degree Sacred Heart University’s academic signature can be used toward the fulfillment of the centerpiece, The Human Journey, is a new degree/major. coherent, integrated, and multidisciplinary study of the liberal arts and sciences and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.

Associate of Arts and Associate See description of the Common Core: The of Science Degree Programs Human Journey courses listed previously in this chapter. Associate Degrees are offered for students whose needs are best met by this degree Elective Core or for students who may seek to further their education at a later time with a To accomplish the elective core, students baccalaureate degree. The Associate degree will complete the following: Humanities programs fall in two general categories: (3 credits) Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies (3 credits) Natural Sciences (3 credits) degree, with specialties in 19 different fields, Theology & Religious Studies/Philosophy (3 and career-based Associate of Science credits) (AS) degrees in one field. In addition to Emphasis the specialty courses, each program has its foundation within a liberal arts base. Credits range from 15–32, depending on the emphasis. ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE–GENERAL Note: The required courses for each STUDIES PROGRAM emphasis are listed under each college and All Associate of Arts degrees are offered by department section. University College. The candidate for the AA degree in General Studies must complete A grade of C or better is required in all 60 credits, which include the AA Core emphasis courses. Area discipline courses Curriculum as well as an emphasis of not cannot be used in above core areas. Areas of less than 15 credit hours and elective courses emphasis with required courses are: chosen in consultation with the student’s advisor. A minimum of 30 of these credits Associate of Arts Degree must be taken at Sacred Heart University, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is College of Arts and Sciences required. • Art and Design

Core Curriculum • Biology The Core Curriculum for the AA degree • Chemistry provides the student with the opportunity • Communication Studies to experience other disciplines, obtain a • English background for further study, and become a • French knowledgeable and educated human being. • History Foundational Core • Italian • FYS 125* • Mathematics • FLO 125 • Media Arts • MA TBD

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• Music • Philosophy • Political Science • Psychology • Religious Studies • Sociology • Spanish

Associate of Science Degree

College of Arts and Sciences • Computer Science

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Academic Enhancement English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs The English Language Institute at Sacred Heart University offers an accredited full time Intensive English Language program to Academic Advising prepare students for their successful study At Sacred Heart University, academic an American academic institution. advising is an integral part of a student’s Full-time ESL students enroll in eight- education, and meetings with an academic week sessions, taking a cluster of oral advisor should be an important and regular communication, written communication, feature of a student’s time at the University. pronunciation and service learning courses The Assistant Dean of the College of Arts totaling 22 hours per week. Placement in the and Sciences coordinates academic advising noncredit pre-academic intensive English for all first-year students; advising for Language Program is determined by an incoming transfer students is coordinated by English Placement test and the student’s a representative from the student’s chosen language profile. Students who successfully college. Once a student officially declares a complete their ESL classes at the Sacred major by completing our Major Declaration Heart English Language Institute are not Form, he or she will receive a faculty advisor required to take another proficiency test to in the appropriate discipline. Academic enroll in other degree programs at Sacred advisors not only assist students with course, Heart University. Admission to the English program, and scheduling selection, but also Language Institute does not guarantee provide the guidance and support needed admission to the University. Students are to assist students in exploring personal allowed to take credit courses while taking and professional goals. It is important that advanced ESL courses at the same time. For students meet regularly with their academic more information regarding the program, advisors. contact the Director at 203-365-7528. Advisors in The Freshman Academic ESL classes are offered on the Fairfield Advising Program assist our newest students campus. The program runs five semesters with the transition to the academic life of per year. Please see our website for further college. By design, our freshmen have regular information: www.sacredheart.edu/esl and frequent access to their Freshman Academic Advisor. For the first semester, a student’s Freshman Academic Advisor is a Thomas More Honors Program full-time faculty member, who also serves as The Honors Program is home to some of the a professor in one of the student’s freshman University’s brightest and most committed academic courses. This allows for regular and students. The Honors version of the Common continuous contact throughout this crucial Core, The Human Journey, is rigorous, but first semester. Students and advisors also also highly student-directed, in that students meet regularly outside of class for additional are given greater latitude in selecting support and guidance. Freshman advisors readings and designing assignments monitor their advisees’ academic progress and, in general, are invited to take active and intervene when appropriate. Freshmen responsibility for what they are learning. stay with their Freshman Academic Advisors until they declare their majors. The Program The limited size of the University’s program offers freshmen the opportunity to declare a and the number of course offerings major at the start of the second semester. means that honors students receive highly individualized instruction. Since the best learning can sometimes take place out of

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the classroom, the program coordinates and Instructional Technology and funds opportunities every semester to travel Mobile Computing Program as a group to off-campus cultural events, and provides a stipend for students who study Recognizing the increasingly important abroad. role of technology in our society and in education, Sacred Heart University has made The mission of the students in the Honors a commitment to, and a serious investment Program is to serve as leaders in the in computers, networking and its supporting intellectual, cultural, and spiritual life of technologies. The University’s network the University. In this way, Honors students infrastructure provides connectivity to every can themselves become leaders and active facility on campus via a fiber-optic multi- learners. For more information, visit the Gigabit Ethernet backbone. Honors website. 802.11n wireless access points provide access to the University library, Internet and student Independent Study and e-mail 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Individualized Instruction VPN and Virtual Desktops are available Independent study is available for the to provide connectivity solutions for even qualified student who wants more advanced the most sophisticated applications, from or specialized work in a given academic area. anywhere on the Internet. Outlook.com is A faculty member guides the student in available through the web, for sending and the research needed for the study. Only the receiving campus e-mail from any computer student who has officially declared a major connected anywhere on the Internet. and who has successfully completed at least 15 credits will be able to enroll. A maximum To promote its “Anytime, Anywhere of 6 credits of independent study or Learning” initiative, Sacred Heart University individualized instruction is permitted toward deployed wireless networking in the summer the baccalaureate degree. Independent study of 2000 to create one of the first wireless requires a packet approved by the advisor, network campuses in New England. This instructor, department chair and Dean. infrastructure allows students to use their port able devices anywhere on campus. The Individualized instruction under the guidance current wireless standard is 802.11n. of a faculty member is available for the student who needs a specific course to The students’ computing laboratories fulfill degree requirements but is unable are currently comprised of 310 desktop to schedule the course for a valid reason computers distributed throughout several (e.g., involvement in student teaching, field academic facilities. Ten laboratories are used experience or unavailability of the course). for computer-related instruction, and an The syllabus for individual instruction additional lab provides 24/7/365 access for conforms to the usual requirements, Sacred Heart University students, faculty and including required assignments, for that staff. The University continues to upgrade course. Ordinarily, no student will be regular classrooms to “smart” classrooms permitted to take more than one individual with fixed multimedia capabilities that allow course per semester, and no more than instructors to fully integrate technology in two individual courses to fulfill degree their classroom presentations. All general- requirements. purpose classrooms are equipped with LCD projectors, DVD, audio capabilities, and PC/laptop connections. All classrooms on campus are equipped with an active data jack for instructors or students to access

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the network. Additionally, there are data Computer Facilities connections in every room and wireless Sacred Heart University offers a state- networking is accessible throughout the of-the-art campus network. The library, campus.. The network infrastructure is classrooms, on-campus residence facilities, designed with future technologies in mind health and recreation center, and faculty and and with excess capacity to allow for administrative offices are all networked. With significant growth. The University is making a its fiber-optic infrastructure, the University serious financial commitment to maintaining is positioned to support a wide range of the network at peak performance capability emerging technologies. and reliability. Upgrading the software and hardware that support the network The University has established itself is a continuous process and not one the as a pioneer in the implementation of University will ever say is complete. Sacred technology across the curriculum. A host Heart’s commitment is to keeping a state- of multiprocessor campus servers supports of-the-art system in place for all our campus the labs and educational programs. The customers. University maintains 1.5 Gpbs Internet (1,500 Mbps), dual-housed for reliability and The University is part of a select group uptime. The network also supports video, of academic institutions that embraces voice and data across the campus. State-of- the mobile computing philosophy. Every the-art routers and firewalls provide high- full-time undergraduate student is required speed connectivity and security to Wide to purchase and use a laptop during their Area Network segments and are completely academic life at the University. Information managed in-house. Administrators apply Technology fully supports variety of laptop traffic-shaping, intrusion prevention and models from Lenovo, Apple, and Dell. In wireless security measures for access as addition, Sacred Heart University provides secure as it is convenient. all of its full-time faculty members with a choice of laptop, tablet or Mac laptop The University has adopted the “Blackboard” refreshed every three years. We offer similar Transaction system to create a simplified program to our adjunct faculty who are means for identification and commerce issued a supported laptop refreshed every transactions on campus. The Sacred Heart year. We build and deploy an image which ID can also be used at select off-campus contains the latest Microsoft Office software merchant locations to facilitate additional and other necessary tools and utilities. commerce transactions. Faculty members are able to incorporate more electronic course information into In support of the laptop program, the the curriculum and use computers as a key University has an on-site Notebook Service component of classroom instruction; faculty Center and Call Center (The Factory) and students are able to communicate using staffed by certified technicians and open 12 Sacred Heart’s Online Web-based Course hours a day, Monday-Thursday (9 hours on Management System, “BLACKBOARD,” for Friday) so that members of the University class content, assignments, questions and community can call trained technicians for classroom discussion groups; as well as assistance with anything on campus that virtual office hours. To expand on the mobile pertains to technology. The Factory can be learning initiative, the University now offers accessed on campus through the internal the ITUNESU Webex platform to provide telephone system and off campus via a the community with the tools required to toll-free telephone number. The Factory download content to portable players and is specifically designed to service and replay the content when appropriate. troubleshoot problems with laptops. In addition, Sacred Heart University has a full- time trainer who provides basic, intermediate

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and advanced instructional courses on all with disabilities who request academic supported applications included on the accommodations must submit appropriate laptop. Through Sacred Heart’s telephone documentation and register with OSLS. support hotline, students, faculty and staff In compliance with the Americans with can dial a toll-free number or email tech Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 support to obtain technical assistance. of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the OSLS provides reasonable instructional accommodations and services including disclosure letters, alternate testing Jandrisevits Learning Center accommodations, auxiliary aids and services, and academic adjustments. For ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES appointments call 203-371-7820. The Jandrisevits Learning Center (JLC) is located in the lower level of the Ryan- Matura Library. The JLC offers students Internships and Co-Ops at every academic level an opportunity to improve their content area knowledge and to Sacred Heart University embraces the develop academic skills needed to succeed concept of experiential learning as a way of in their coursework. Staffed by highly supplementing the classroom experience, experienced faculty, graduate and peer exploring different career paths and tutors in disciplines across the curriculum, enhancing the student’s marketability when he JLC provides a warm, friendly learning seeking post-graduate employment. environment that fosters the growth of self-directed learning. The JLC offers the Internships may be paid or unpaid and can be following support services free of charge to completed by the student for academic credit. all SHU students: The length of the internship and the number of credits awarded vary. A typical placement • individualized tutoring in many disciplines lasts for one semester and involves 10 to 20 provided by faculty, graduate and peer hours of work per week. tutors (by appointment); Employers offering co-op opportunities allow • Classroom Learning Assistants (CLAs) a student to work full-time for one or two are peer tutors nominated by faculty who semesters for a set hourly wage and 6–12 provide academic support to students in academic credits per semester. disciplines across the curriculum; • Workshops on college-level study skills The student works with his or her faculty such as notetaking; time management; advisor to gain approval for the content of test-taking; critical reading and writing; an internship or co-op, and to determine the oral presentations; math concepts and number of credits that will be awarded. The problem solving; and student must also complete the required documentation from the Office of the • Online Writing Lab (OWL) for online Registrar. The Career Development and feedback with written assignments. Placement Center assists the student in locating an appropriate experience. OFFICE OF SPECIAL LEARNING SERVICES Experiential learning opportunities are The Office of Special Learning Services available in all fields including the sciences, provides instructional accommodations business, health care, media and government. and services to students with documented Students interested in these programs should disabilities. There is no separate application consult their faculty advisor as well as the process to be admitted to the Office of Career Development and Placement Center. Special Learning Services (OSLS). Students

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Professional Programs junior/senior levels, reflecting the level of student matriculation through the program Sacred Heart University offers pre- and stage of the application process. professional advising in Pre-Dental Pre- Internships, shadowing and research are Law, Pre-Medical, Pre-Optometry, Pre- integral to the program and planned with Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, advisors. Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Assistant, Pre-Speech Language Pathology and Pre- Veterinary. PRE-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND PRE- PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAMS PRE-LAW PROGRAM For more information, please refer to the corresponding section under the College of There is no prescribed Pre-Law major or Health Professions. academic curriculum for admission to law school. Students interested in attending law school are advised, however, to secure a strong foundation in the liberal arts. Excellent Study Abroad writing, research and critical thinking skills are essential competencies for gaining Sacred Heart University offers a variety admission to law school and for completing of undergraduate study abroad programs the requirements of a rigorous law school around the world- with programming that curriculum. Such skills are also conducive supports a broad range of educational, to the practice of law. Pre-law students are professional, and personal objectives. Choose encouraged to join the university’s Pre- from over 100 programs in over 30 countries, Law Club and to meet periodically with the including our own sites in Dingle, Ireland Pre-law Advisor to discuss course selection and Luxembourg. Students may attend a and the law school application process. SHU program, a SHU-affiliated program, or a Experience suggests that a respectable CCIS program. Courses completed may fulfill score on the Law School Admissions Test general education, elective, and major/minor (LSAT), a strong academic performance over credits. Applications are available online one the course of four years, excellent letters semester before the program start date. of recommendation, along with interesting extra-curricular activity often results in a Short-term programs over winter, spring student’s acceptance to law school. break, and the summer are also available. Short-term programs are offered at the PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISEMENT University’s own sites in Ireland and PROGRAM Luxembourg, with SHU faculty in additional countries, and at SHU University partner The Pre-Health Professions advisement programs. program services the needs of students seeking to pursue careers in medicine, Students participating in SHU or SHU- dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, affiliated programs pay the regular Sacred pharmacy and physician assistant programs. Heart tuition rate plus a program and/or The program provides academic advisement study abroad fee. Federal and state financial for a balanced curriculum in biology, assistance as well as Sacred Heart University chemistry, physics, English, humanities, grants may apply to SHU and SHU-affiliated mathematics, social sciences and other semester study abroad. Specific program prerequisites for specific areas of study cost and scholarship information is located required for acceptance into advanced on the Office of Global Affairs website. professional programs. A seminar for the health professions is offered to assist Students may also participate during the fall students throughout their four years and and/or spring semester in a variety of study is offered at the freshman/sophomore and

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abroad opportunities preapproved by the social, economic, cultural and political roles Office of Global Affairs. These preapproved in the past, present and future. It challenges programs are sponsored by a number of U.S. students to develop their intellectual accredited institutions through CCIS, the understanding of the impact of gender as College Consortium for International Studies. an organizing force in society. Students are The Office of Global Affairs assists students encouraged to explore the meaning and in selecting and applying to these programs application of this knowledge to their own and facilitates the transfer of credits from lives. these programs by clarifying prior to participation how these courses will be used in their Sacred Heart University degree programs. Students who participate in these programs are assessed a study-abroad fee. While federal and state financial assistance may be applied to these programs, Sacred Heart University grants will not.

For more information, contact the Office of Global Affairs at 203-396-8028 or locate programs online at www.sacredheart.edu/ studyabroad.

Women’s Studies Program Women’s Studies is an academic, interdisciplinary program oriented to the study of women and gender roles. The program draws on the new scholarship about women from different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in order to examine and critique traditional models of thinking and to develop creative ways of exploring women and their experiences.

Theoretical and critical debates that have influenced modern feminist thought are also an integral part of the curriculum. Students select courses cross-listed in Women’s Studies and a variety of other disciplines including: Criminal Justice, History, Literature, Media Studies, Nursing, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies and Sociology.

The Women’s Studies program provides students with the opportunity to broaden their education by enriching their understanding of women through multiple fields of inquiry. The program supports critical thinking about women’s and men’s

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• The right to provide written consent Academic Standards, before the University discloses Policies and Procedures personally identifiable information from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. Notification of Rights Under FERPA One exception, which permits disclosure The Family Educational Rights and Privacy without consent, is the disclosure Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights to school officials with legitimate with respect to their education records. educational interests. A school official These rights include: is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, • The right to inspect and review the academic or research, or support staff student’s education records within 45 position (including law enforcement unit days of the day the University receives personnel and health staff); a person a request for access. Students should or company with whom the University submit to the registrar, dean, head of has contracted as its agent to provide the academic department, or other a service instead of using University appropriate official, a written request employees or officials (such as an that identifies the record(s) they wish to attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a inspect. The University official will make person serving on the Board of Trustees; arrangements for access and notify the or a student serving on an official student of the time and place where the committee, such as a disciplinary or records may be inspected. If the records grievance committee, or assisting another are not maintained by the University school official in performing his/ her official to whom the request was tasks. A school official has a legitimate submitted, that official shall advise the educational interest if the official needs student of the correct official to whom the to review an education record to fulfill request should be addressed. his/her professional responsibilities for • The right to request the amendment of the University. the student’s education records that • The right to file a complaint with the U.S. the student believes are inaccurate, Department of Education concerning misleading, or otherwise in violation of alleged failures by the University to the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. comply with the requirements of FERPA. Students may ask the University to amend The name and address of the Office a record that they believe is inaccurate or that administers FERPA is Family Policy misleading. A student who wishes to ask Compliance Office, U.S. Department of the University to amend a record should Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, write the University official responsible Washington, DC 20202-5901. for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, ADDENDUM and specify why it should be changed. If the University decides not to amend As of January 3, 2012, the U.S. Department the record as requested, the University of Education's FERPA regulations expand will notify the student in writing of the the circumstances under which your decision and advise the student of his/her education records and personally identifiable right to a hearing regarding the request information (PII) contained in such records for amendment. Additional information — including your Social Security Number, regarding the hearing procedures will be grades, or other private information — may provided to the student when notified of be accessed without your consent. First, the the right to a hearing. U.S. Comptroller General, the U.S. Attorney

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General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, to the academic advisor or the Assistant or state and local education authorities Registrar for Graduation Services. Academic ("Federal and State Authorities") may allow advisors can assist in understanding degree access to your records and PII without your requirements and planning course selections consent to any third party designated by but the primary responsibility for meeting a Federal or State Authority to evaluate these requirements rests with the student. a federal- or state-supported education program. The evaluation may relate to any program that is "principally engaged in the provision of education," such as early Sacred Heart University childhood education and job training, as Network Account and well as any program that is administered Official Communications by an education agency or institution. When students are enrolled at Sacred Heart Second, Federal and State Authorities may University, a University network account is allow access to your education records and created. The student is required to activate PII without your consent to researchers the account and is thereby given access performing certain types of studies, in to online services including Sacred Heart certain cases even when we object to or University email. do not request such research. Federal and State Authorities must obtain certain Official communication is directed to the use-restriction and data security promises student’s University electronic mailbox. In from the entities that they authorize to some cases official communications may receive your PII, but the Authorities need not be delivered by U.S. mail or campus mail. maintain direct control over such entities. Students are expected to access their email In addition, in connection with Statewide regularly to stay abreast of important, time- Longitudinal Data Systems, State Authorities sensitive information. Information on how to may collect, compile, permanently retain, access Sacred Heart University’s network is and share without your consent PII from available from the University’s website under your education records, and they may MYSHU. Students must activate their Sacred track your participation in education and Heart University network account and be other programs by linking such PII to other registered to have access to course material personal information about you that they and on-line applications. obtain from other Federal or State data sources, including workforce development, unemployment insurance, child welfare, juvenile justice, military service, and migrant Matriculation student records systems. Matriculation is an agreement with the University to a particular set of degree requirements. Full-time undergraduate Student Responsibility students are automatically matriculated upon admission and fall under the degree Students are responsible to know and requirements of the catalog of the year in apply the University’s academic policies which they first enrolled. Full-time students and procedures. They are responsible who are on an Official Leave of Absence will for meeting deadlines as outlined in the maintain their matriculation status during academic calendar or in other sections of the period of their leave (see policy under this publication. Students are responsible to Interruption in Attendance). know and apply graduation requirements in their major and should check their Returning full-time students who have program evaluations on Web Advisor not attended the University for up to two regularly. Questions should be addressed consecutive major semesters (fall and

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spring or spring and fall) must apply for Declaring a Major re-admission and, if accepted, will be under Students are expected to declare a major as the catalog in effect at the time of their soon as possible and no later than the end of readmission. their sophomore year. The Office of Career Development offers workshops to assist Part-time students who have not attended undeclared students. To declare a major the University for more than 24 months are students must fill out a Declaration of Major no longer considered matriculated and must form available in the Academic Departments, apply for readmission through University University College and the Registrar’s Office. College. Part-time students not yet admitted Completed forms must be submitted to the to the University must apply for matriculation academic department for the major. That once they earn 12 credits. After 12 credits office will assist in obtaining all appropriate of non-matriculated status, a part-time signatures and assign an academic advisor. student will not be allowed to register unless Students who wish to change a major, they are admitted to the University through add a second major, minor or make similar University College or appeal for one more declarations should contact the appropriate additional semester while they complete academic departments. Minors can be added their application. or dropped directly with the Registrar’s office.

Mandated Vaccination and Immunization Requirements Class Attendance All students must be in compliance with Regular class attendance is expected of state law before registering. For information each student in every class. Instructors are regarding immunization requirements, encouraged to base a portion of the final contact the University’s Health Services grade on attendance. Excessive absence Office at 203-371-7838 or visit the Health could result in failure of the course. Services website

Academic Integrity Academic Year The academic year consists of two major THE MEANING OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY semesters. Courses are offered during the As an institution of higher learning, Sacred day, evenings and on weekends. In addition Heart University places special emphasis on to this traditional schedule, courses are academic integrity, which is a commitment offered throughout the year in varying to the fundamental values of honesty, trust, course formats,such as accelerated course fairness, respect, and responsibility. Only modules, intensive courses and through when these values are widely respected and online learning. Sacred Heart University practiced by all members of the University— uses the semester credit system of awarding students, faculty, administrators and staff— credits. Lecture time for one semester can the University maintain a culture that credit is generally 50 minutes per week. promotes free exploration of knowledge, For a laboratory course, a longer period of constructive debate, genuine learning, laboratory work is required for a semester effective research, fair assessment of student credit. The calendar and important dates progress, and development of members’ for the traditional semester and accelerated characters. terms are posted on the University website. These aims of the University require that its members exercise mutual responsibilities.

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At its core, academic integrity is secured consequences for violations of academic by a principled commitment to carry out integrity. these responsibilities, not by rules and penalties. Students and faculty should strive • Reinforce these expectations and to create an academic environment that is consequences periodically during honest, fair and respectful of all. They do the semester, such as when giving this by evaluating others’ work fairly, by information for assignments. responding to others’ ideas critically yet • Model and, where appropriate, teach courteously, by respecting others’ intellectual students those scholarly practices that and physical property, and by nurturing the embody academic integrity. values of academic integrity in all contexts of University life. • Abide by this policy on academic integrity, including its reporting Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken requirements. for violations of academic integrity, including plagiarism, cheating, any use of materials for Sacred Heart University students have the an assignment or exam that is not permitted ethical obligation to take these steps to by the instructor, and theft or mutilation promote academic integrity among their of intellectual materials or other University peers: equipment. Faculty will assign failing grades • Act with integrity in all their coursework. for violations of the University’s policy on academic integrity and students may • Abide by this policy on academic immediately receive an F for a course in integrity and any policies established by which they commit a violation. Violations of their professors and the department in academic integrity are kept on file; second which they are majoring. violations will bring additional sanctions, up to dismissal from the University. For any • Refuse to share materials with peers for disciplinary action, the University affords the purpose of cheating, or that they the student the right of due process in an believe will be used for cheating. appeals procedure. All matriculated students • Take care with their own papers, tests, will be provided with a full description of the computer files, etc., lest these be stolen University’s standards for academic integrity, or appropriated by others. consequences for violations, and the appeals procedure. • Notify the professor of a course if they become aware that any form of cheating MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF FACULTY or plagiarism has occurred. AND STUDENTS Such notification is not dishonorable but Sacred Heart University faculty have an maintains an academic environment in ethical and professional obligation to take which all students are evaluated fairly for the following steps to promote academic their work; it may also protect a student integrity among students: from a charge of dishonesty (if, for instance, • Refer in course syllabi to the University’s the student’s work was appropriated by policy on academic integrity. another).

• Clearly explicate in course syllabi VIOLATIONS OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY behaviors and actions that constitute Academic integrity can flourish only when academic dishonesty, especially those members of the University voluntarily that may be specific to the assignments govern their personal behavior by high of the course. ethical standards. However, it is also crucial • Clearly explicate in course syllabi for the University to define the boundaries

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of ethical behavior and to prohibit attacks specified, students must assume that none is on the principles of academic integrity. permitted. Because assignments that involve Policies that govern faculty members’ ethical group-based work can cause students to responsibilities are treated in the Faculty question what forms of collaboration are Handbook. Students’ ethical responsibilities proper, they should seek guidance from their are governed by the policy stated here. professors in all cases of doubt. Professors Departments and programs at the University should make clear to students what forms may supplement this policy with additional of collaboration are permissible and guidelines and faculty members may specify impermissible. The standards on cheating do additional guidelines in the syllabi for their not prohibit students from studying together classes. Students must adhere to such or from tutoring each other. guidelines as well as to University-wide policy. Plagiarism Plagiarism is any act of misrepresenting the All Sacred Heart University students in sources of one’s information and ideas. When all degree programs, are prohibited from writing essays, it is the act of presenting engaging in any of the following types of another person’s written words or ideas as behavior. one’s own. When reporting experimental work, it includes the acts of falsifying data Cheating and presenting another’s data as one’s own. Forms of cheating include, but are not In speeches, it involves quoting passages of limited to: others’ speeches or written words without mention of the author. Plagiarism is also • Having unpermitted notes during any possible in art and music, if one makes use of exam or quiz. Only materials that a a work of art or music in a way that violates professor explicitly instructs students the standards of attribution in those fields. they may use during an examination are permitted. Plagiarism may be willful, as when a • Copying from other students during any student knowingly copies a source without exam or quiz. attribution, or negligent, as when a student fails to cite sources properly. Both willful and • Having unpermitted prior knowledge of negligent instances of plagiarism are subject any exam or quiz. to penalty—in part because professors must • Copying or rewriting any homework or judge the result of a student’s work, not lab assignment from another student, his or her intentions, and in part because or borrowing information for such students are expected to know and follow assignments with the intention of the standards for proper citation of sources. presenting that work as one’s own. Forms of plagiarism therefore include, but • Using unpermitted materials or taking are not limited to: information from other students for a • Copying whole papers or passages from take-home exam. A take-home exam is an another student or from any source. exam; therefore, it requires independent work. Students should follow the • Allowing another student to copy or procedures given by the professor. submit one’s work.

Note: These standards require independent • Buying or obtaining a paper from any work by a student, except for those contexts source, including term-paper sellers and where professors have specified forms of Internet sources, and submitting that permitted collaboration with other students. paper or passages of it as one’s own If no form of collaboration has been work.

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• Pasting a passage from the Internet or phrases. (A rule of thumb to follow is that any computer source into one’s paper five or more words in succession from without quoting and attributing the a source must be enclosed in quotation passage. marks.) • Fabricating or falsifying a bibliography. • Following an author’s structure of writing and ideas, but rephrasing the sentences • Falsifying one’s results in scientific partially to give the impression that the experiments, whether through fabrication whole passage reflects the student’s or copying them from another source. structure and ideas. • Appropriating another person’s computer • Failure to give page numbers for programming work for submission as an quotations or for other information that assignment. did not originate with the student. • When creating a web page, film or musical composition as a course Such acts fall under the rubric of plagiarism. assignment, failing to attribute material Because they sometimes do not involve that comes from other media or failing to willful misrepresentation, professors may obtain proper permission for the use of have more lenient policies in dealing with such material. them. Yet students should strive to cite all information properly and should note that • Any other appropriation of another’s professors have the discretion to treat these intellectual property without proper cases as seriously as the forms of plagiarism attribution. listed above. • Submitting an assignment that one wrote Other Violations during a previous semester or submitting the same assignment for more than Other forms of unethical behavior that one class simultaneously. This action disrupt the processes of learning, teaching includes reusing substantial portions of and research include: previously written work for a current • Providing to other students exams or assignment. (Students who are unsure of papers of one’s own or from any source what work of their own they may use in with the reasonable expectation that preparing an assignment should consult these will be used for the purpose of their professors.) Assignments must be cheating or plagiarism. written the semester in which they are assigned unless a professor approves of • Maintaining a file of exams or papers with the use of previously written material the reasonable expectation that these will with specific guidelines. Assignments be used for the purpose of cheating or may be submitted for credit in a single plagiarism. course only unless professors in multiple • Theft and defacement of library materials. courses are informed of and approve of the multiple submissions. • Theft of other students’ notes, papers, homework and textbooks. Note: Improper citation of sources occurs when a student presents all the sources he • Posting another person’s work on the or she used in preparing a paper but fails to Internet without that person’s permission. attribute quotations and information from those sources in the body of the paper. COURSE-BASED SANCTIONS FOR Specific examples include: VIOLATIONS OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY • Failure to use quotation marks for direct When a faculty member encounters a quotes or for an author’s distinctive suspected case of academic dishonesty, he

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or she should address the matter with the or she did not violate the present policy. student, after collecting whatever evidence The student should present supporting may be available and relevant. The faculty documentation. A documented appeal member has the right to ask the student associated with a grade must be presented to provide evidence about sources used or in writing within fifteen working days of the other reasonable requests to establish the notification from the dean of the student’s work the student did. college.

If the faculty member discovers that the The procedure for a documented appeal is: student did act dishonestly, he or she will If the faculty member imposes a sanction assign a penalty of a failing grade for the because he or she finds the student acted assignment; he or she may immediately in violation of the policy, the student may assign the student a grade of F for the present the case in writing with supporting course. Cases of improper citation are a evidence to the department chairperson matter of faculty discretion. or program director of the faculty member involved. The chairperson/program director Faculty will report in writing the incident will consult with the faculty member in of academic dishonesty and the sanction an attempt to resolve the matter. If the imposed to the faculty’s chairperson or chairperson/program director is unable to program director, dean of the college in resolve the matter, he or she will inform the which the course was taken, and dean of student in writing. If the student wishes to the student’s college within five working pursue the matter further, the student may days of the sanction. The faculty member appeal in writing to the dean of the college will provide all parties with appropriate in which the course was taken. documentation of the incident. The dean of the student’s college will inform the student If the dean of the college in which the course and his or her academic advisor in writing was taken or the dean’s designee finds that of the accusation, instructor’s course-based the appeal has merit, he or she will convene sanction, and appeals process available to an appeal committee. This committee will the student within five working days of the consist of three faculty members: one notification from the faculty member. In the selected by the student, one selected by the instance of a second confirmed violation, the faculty member who taught the course, and letter sent to the student will stipulate that one selected by the dean. After reviewing all this is a second violation. These timelines documented evidence, the appeal committee apply under normal circumstances barring will then propose a solution that the grade institutional exigencies. either stands or should be reviewed by the faculty member. This concludes the process. APPEALS OF COURSE-BASED PENALTIES The student will initially have presented his CONSEQUENCES FOR SECOND AND or her explanation to the faculty member SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION OF ACADEMIC when the faculty member first consulted INTEGRITY the student about the work in question. The deans will maintain central files on all The student who claims he or she did not reported cases of student academic dishonesty act dishonestly should ordinarily attempt a in their colleges. Should a student transfer his resolution with the faculty member. If the or her major to another college, the dean will resolution was not satisfactory following transfer files pertaining to that student to the when a student failed a course or received a dean of the other college. reduced course grade based on a formerly reported accusation of dishonesty, the When the dean of any college receives student may appeal the grade by presenting confirmed notice of a second violation by a a written statement demonstrating that he student in that college, the dean will refer the

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matter to a standing faculty committee on according to the Student Handbook. academic integrity. This committee will consist of one faculty member each from the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Health Professions. The committee Grading System will also include the Dean of Students as a GRADE QP GRADE RANGE non-voting member. Faculty members of the A 4.00 93-100 committee will be elected from their respective A- 3.67 90-92 colleges for two-year terms in elections run B+ 3.33 87-89 by the Standing Committee on Academic B 3.00 83-86 Integrity. The purpose of this committee is to B- 2.67 80-82 recommend additional sanctions to be taken C+ 2.33 77-79 against the student, including exclusion from C 2.00 73-76 the University for one or two semesters or C- 1.67 70-72 dismissal from the University. D+ 1.33 67-69 The committee will have available to it the D 1.00 60-66 full documentation of the student’s previous F 0.00 0-59 P (Pass) 0.00 (for violation of academic integrity and authority courses to request additional information and elected as documentation as warranted; however, the pass/no pass) committee is not to reconsider the student’s NP (No Pass) 0.00 (for courses guilt or innocence in those incidents. The elected as committee will hear from the student’s pass/no pass) academic advisor and the chair or program W (Withdrawal 0.00 director of the student’s major department(s). I (Incomplete) 0.00 The student will have an opportunity to AU (Audit) 0.00 address the committee if he or she wishes. The NG (No Grade) 0.00 student may be accompanied by an advocate who is a current employee of the University I (Incomplete) grades may be changed by who may not act as the student’s legal counsel. completing the deficient coursework no later than six weeks after the beginning of the The committee will make a recommendation of following major semester (fall or spring). All sanction to the dean of the student’s college, Incomplete grades not changed within the who will in turn make a recommendation to six-week period will convert to F’s. In unusual the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The circumstances, the six-week period can be decision of the Vice President for Academic extended if the instructor requests a grade Affairs will be final. change to an Incomplete Extension (IX) grade. Additional approvals will be necessary. VIOLATIONS AND APPEALS OF The IX grade will be in effect until the next VIOLATIONS OUTSIDE OF A COURSE conversion date which is six-weeks into the following major semester. After that date the When a student is suspected of having Incomplete Extension grade will convert to violated academic integrity by an action that an F. An extension for incomplete work may did not occur in the context of a course (see be given only once with the approval of the section above, Other Violations), the student, course instructor and the department chair. faculty, staff or administrator who suspects Incomplete grade extensions must be filed the violation and has plausible evidence in writing with the Registrar’s office by the should present this information to the Dean instructor prior to the incomplete conversion of Students. The Dean of Students will decide date. how to pursue the matter, and the student will have the right to appeal any consequences

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W (Withdrawal) grades are recorded when error of the original grade. Grade changes a student officially withdraws from a course must be submitted by the instructor of within the approved time frame (see policy record using the appropriate form or online under Course Withdrawal.) process In Web Advisor. Grade changes must be submitted no later than the end of NG (No Grade) is recorded by the Registrar the following semester in which the grade when a grade is not reported by the was posted. Any exceptions will require instructor. Students will not receive credit for additional approval. courses assigned a No Grade. STUDENT GRADE GRIEVANCE—POLICY A grade below C is not an acceptable grade AND PROCEDURE in First Year Seminar ( FYS 125), or major coursework. In addition some courses have A student’s dissatisfaction with a course as their prerequisite a grade of C or better. grade is, in general, not sufficient grounds In these cases, the course must be repeated for warranting a grievance, convening a until a C or better is obtained. A repeated committee, or meriting a hearing. course may only be credited once toward the Grounds for a grievance exist upon degree requirement. presentation of written documented Quality Grade points earned in a course are evidence indicating: determined by multiplying the point value • Discriminatory treatment; of the letter grade (see the above chart) by the number of credits of the course. A • The process determining the grade differs term GPA is calculated by dividing the total from that outlined in the course syllabus; number of quality grade points by the total or number of credits taken during the term. A • The process determining the grade was cumulative GPA is calculated by dividing the not presented in writing to the students. total number of quality grade points by the total number of credits taken at Sacred Heart A documented grievance associated with University. Courses transferred into Sacred a grade must be presented within six (6) Heart University from other institutions do months after the original grade was issued. not factor into the Sacred Heart University grade point average. The procedure for a documented grievance is as follows: Note: Grades of P/NP, W, I, AU and NG are not included in the calculation of the term or • The student is expected to resolve the cumulative GPA. issue at hand with the faculty member.

If a student repeats a course that had • If the solution as provided by the faculty a passing grade, the best grade will be member is unacceptable to the student, calculated into the student’s overall GPA. the student may present the case in The initial grade will remain on the transcript writing with supporting evidence to the but will not be calculated in the overall GPA. department chairperson of the faculty The student will receive academic credit member involved. The department for the course only once. See the policy for chairperson will then make a judgment, repeating a failed course under the Academic after consultation with the faculty Forgiveness section. member and the student, in an attempt to bring the matter to resolution. CHANGE OF GRADES • If the department chairperson is unable An instructor may submit a Change of to bring the matter to resolution or the Grade only due to miscalculation or clerical judgment is unacceptable to the student,

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the student may present a formal appeal Good Academic Standing in writing to the dean of the college in A student is in Good Standing if he/she is which the course was taken or to his/her not on University academic probation or designee. dismissed from the University. • If the dean of the college or his/her designee finds that the appeal has Any student not in Good Standing may not merit, he/she will convene a grievance represent the University in any public manner committee. This committee will consist as a member or officer of a University of only faculty members: one faculty registered club or organization, delegate member selected by the student, one to any association meeting or convention faculty member selected by the faculty or participant in intercollegiate athletic member concerned, and one faculty competitions. Any student who is placed member selected by the dean of the on University academic probation will be college or selected by his/her designee. ineligible to represent the University in any of The chairperson of the faculty member the above activities. Effective time and dates against whom the grievance is filed of ineligibility are 12:01 a.m. on the Friday is not eligible to serve on the Grade prior to the start of the semester. Grievance Committee. After reviewing Normal Academic Progress all documented evidence, the grievance committee will then propose a solution, A student whose credits completed fall supported by a rationale in writing, that below the minimum listed is considered as the grade either stands or should be not making normal academic progress. changed by the faculty member. If the faculty member is unavailable to change NUMBER OF FULL-TIME STUDENT CREDITS SEMESTERS STUDENT STATUS COMPLETED the grade, the department chairperson COMPLETED shall serve in lieu of the unavailable 2 Freshman 0–23 faculty member. 4 Sophomore 24–48 6 Junior 49–72 In the extraordinary circumstances in which 8 Senior 73–96 10 Fifth Year 97–120 the faculty member does not accept the recommendation of the Grade Grievance Financial Aid may require additional Committee to change the grade after the standards for ‘Normal Academic Progress.’ Grade Grievance Committee ascertains Students should, therefore, contact the that one or more grounds for a grievance department of Student Financial Assistance outlined above has been substantiated, then to confirm requirements for Satisfactory the issue shall return to the Grade Grievance Progress.. Committee, which will make the final grade decision to be implemented by the department chairperson. This step concludes ACADEMIC HONORS the process. Academic honors include the Dean’s List and Graduation Honors.

Dean’s List Academic Standards The Dean’s List is calculated on a semester SATISFACTORY PROGRESS basis. A student completing a minimum of 6 Satisfactory academic progress is credits with a GPA of 3.6 or better is eligible determined by two criteria: good academic for the Dean’s List if, in addition, there is no standing and normal progress: grade below a C including a grade of No Pass (NP) and there are no Incomplete (I) or

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Withdrawal (W) grades. A student on Academic Probation may choose to enroll in courses at Sacred Heart If the student receives an NG (No Grade) University during the University’s Winter and the NG grade is replaced with a letter session and Summer sessions. Grades from grade, Dean’s List eligibility will be reviewed the Winter session will be applied to the Fall- at the request of the student. Students who semester probationary status, while grades complete fewer than 6 credits per semester from the Summer session(s) will be applied are not eligible for the Dean’s List. Students to the Spring-semester probationary status. who receive an incomplete grade in a course This will include grades from all courses and later complete the coursework are not taken during Winter session and Summer eligible for the Dean’s List. sessions not just repeats of failed courses. Winter session and Summer sessions grades Graduation Honors will also apply to the cumulative GPA but Upon graduation, students who complete will not be transcripted to the fall or spring the undergraduate program of study with semester the following cumulative GPAs are eligible for these honors, provided that at least 60 DISMISSAL credits for a bachelor’s degree or 30 credits All students subject to dismissal for for an associate’s degree were completed at academic reasons will be reviewed Sacred Heart University. individually by the Academic Review Board of their college prior to a final decision and Summa Cum Laude: 3.8 or higher notification: Magna Cum Laude: 3.6 to 3.799 • A student who is on Academic Probation Cum Laude: 3.5 to 3.599 for two consecutive semesters will be subject to dismissal. ACADEMIC PROBATION All students, except first-semester freshmen, • Any student who incurs three Academic whose cumulative grade point average Probations during his or her academic (GPA) falls below 2.0 will be placed on career will be subject to dismissal. Academic Probation. Any student (including • Any student whose cumulative GPA falls first-semester freshmen) who receives a one- below the following levels will be subject semester GPA of less than 1.8 will also be to dismissal: placed on Academic Probation. If a student’s cumulative GPA is 2.2 or above and the After One Semester: 1.00 semester GPA is lower than 1.8 but not lower 16–30 Credits Attempted: 1.50 than 1.5, the student will be administered an Academic Warning, rather than placed 31–90 Credits Attempted: 1.70 on Academic Probation. However, two 91+ Credits Attempted: 1.90 consecutive semesters of less than a 1.8 GPA, regardless of cumulative GPA, will A student who has been dismissed can automatically result in Academic Probation. appeal the dismissal to the Academic Review Board through the dean of his or her college A student who receives the grade of F in six and request reinstatement. or more credits in any given semester will be reviewed for Academic Probation. Note: The above standards are University standards. Some programs have additional Any full-time student (enrolled for 12 or more standards regarding program probation or credits) who fails to complete 12 credits in program dismissal. a semester will be reviewed for Academic Probation.

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Academic Policies College in which the student is currently enrolled or intends to enroll. The student’s ACADEMIC APPEALS written request should provide detailed information regarding the kinds of problems Students placed on Academic Probation or that the student experienced during the dismissed can submit a request for change period for which forgiveness is requested, of status to the Academic Review Board how those problems have been remedied through the dean of the college. Students and why the University should consider who have been dismissed in previous forgiveness in his or her case. The Dean semesters must obtain permission from the will make the decision whether to grant Academic Review Board of the college who forgiveness. Academic forgiveness means dismissed them before re-enrolling in the that the grades from the problem semester University. For more information, contact the remain visible on the student’s transcript, dean of the student’s college. but those grades are not calculated in the student’s overall GPA. Forgiveness will ACADEMIC FORGIVENESS affect the entire semester and not individual A student who has successfully repeated courses within a semester. a failed course and wants to make an adjustment to his or her transcript must A student who chooses to repeat a course submit the Repeated Course Request form to in which they received a passing grade for a the Registrar’s Office. better grade, the best grade will count in the cumulative grade point average. The original If an F course grade was the result of grade will remain on the transcript. Repeated a violation of the University’s policy on courses will count for credit only once. academic integrity, the grade is not subject to forgiveness. That is, the grade will remain in the computation of the grade point average (GPA).If the Repeated Course Academic Procedures Request is approved, only the more recent of the two grades will be counted in the REGISTRATION computation of the grade point average Prior to the regularly scheduled registration (GPA). The original grade, however, will period each student will be notified of be kept on the transcript. This policy is their scheduled registration date and time. limited to the first two F’s repeated during Policies and procedures are available on undergraduate study. the Registrar’s webpage at http://www. sacredheart.edu/registrar.cfm. Students A student who has not been in attendance are required to meet with their academic at Sacred Heart University for five years or advisors prior to registration to discuss more may apply for academic forgiveness academic progress and registration options. of grades for courses taken at Sacred Heart All registration blocks must be cleared by the during one problem semester—defined appropriate department before a student will as one in which the student’s term GPA be allowed to register. was lower than 2.0. Prior to a written filing for academic forgiveness, the student New students interested in full-time study must complete 12 total credits over a two- must apply to the Office of Undergraduate semester period at Sacred Heart University, Admissions for matriculation prior to with a cumulative average of at least 3.0 registration. For an appointment, contact the in these courses. Upon the successful Office of Undergraduate Admissions. completion of the 12-credit requirement, the student submits a formal written request New part-time students should contact for academic forgiveness to the Dean of the University College prior to registration for

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academic advising. semesters including accelerated terms within those semesters. Messages will display on Full-time students are allowed to take one the screens whenever a student attempts to on-line course during the fall and spring register for a class for which he or she is not semesters. The online course limit may qualified. be appealed to the Dean of the student’s college. Online registration will only be available during specified date ranges but access to Winter Intensive and Summer Registration inquiry screens will always be available. at Sacred Heart University Students are limited to one course during Registration Conditions the Winter Sessions. Permission to take The University reserves the right to an additional course may be requested by make changes at any time in admission contacting a University College advisor. requirements, fees, charges, tuition, regulations and academic programs, if Students may take only one course during deemed necessary, prior to the start of any the May Intensive session and two courses class. during each of the summer sessions (summer session 1 and summer session 2) at The University also reserves the right Sacred Heart University. to divide, cancel, reschedule classes or reassign instructors if enrollment or other See section Enrolling in Courses at other factors require. If course cancellations occur, Institutions for policy information. students will be notified by the academic departments through SHU email in order to Web Advisor adjust their schedules. Web Advisor is a secure site with access for current students and faculty. Through Web AUDITORS Advisor students can search for open classes A student wishing to audit courses must and register on line, add/drop courses, view register for the courses as an “auditor.” No their schedules with up-to-date room and credit is granted for an audited course. The instructor information, or check restrictions University may restrict auditors from certain on their registration. Students may also view courses. No student will be permitted to their profile information and send corrections change from credit to audit or audit to to the Registrar’s office. Students can view credit after the Add/Drop period. Auditors their grades and monitor their progress may register during the first week of classes toward their degree goals. through the add/drop period. Auditing a course requires instructor permission prior to Online Registration Using Web Advisor registration. Students are expected to register for classes through Web Advisor, provided FULL-TIME OVERLOADS the student does not have holds on their registration (balance due, Health Services The normal credit load for full-time students Immunization requirements, parking tickets, is 12 to 18 credits. Any student in good advisor permission, etc.). This ensures that standing wishing to take more than 18 credits all students comply with SHU polices prior to must make this request to the University registration by meeting with their academic Registrar with written recommendation advisors and administrative departments to from the student’s academic advisor. The address any outstanding issues. request must also include the reason for the overload. The Registrar will review the Students will be assigned time periods request and recommendation and inform to register online for the fall and spring the student of the decision. An additional,

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per-credit, non-refundable fee is charged COURSE WITHDRAWAL for overloads over 18 credits. A Request If withdrawal from a class becomes for Overload form is available through the necessary, the student should obtain an Registrar’s office. official withdrawal form from the Registrar’s office. Official withdrawal is necessary to PASS/NO PASS OPTION assure proper grade entry on the transcript A student may choose a course with a pass/ and the issuance of any refunds If applicable. no pass option. The University’s pass/no pass A ‘W’ grade will be issued for course policy carries these conditions: withdrawals submitted within the withdrawal deadline (See Academic Calendars for • Students are permitted to designate withdrawal deadlines.) After the deadline the pass/no pass option for up to four a grade of W will only be granted in highly courses toward the baccalaureate unusual circumstances, such as documented degree, and up to two courses toward medical emergency. Students who do not the associate’s degree. Once the course withdraw in the specified time frame will is completed with a grade of pass (P), it receive the grade that they have earned. cannot be repeated for a letter grade. Students are encouraged to contact their • Courses can be taken under pass/no advisor to discuss academic progress. Phone pass only from general elective courses. withdrawals are not accepted. Students who Courses being used to satisfy Major are taking only on-line courses may submit requirements, Foundational or Elective a request to withdraw from a course. by Core requirements may not be taken sending an email to registrar@sacredheart. pass/no pass edu. The email must include the student’s • Courses taken under the pass/no pass request to withdraw with all required option will not count in the student’s approvals attached. Non attendance does GPA. not constitute official withdrawal.

• The pass/no pass option must be chosen Course withdrawals may affect satisfactory during registration and cannot be academic progress (as defined in an earlier changed after the end of the Add/Drop section) and/or academic standing, and may period for that semester. result in the loss of benefits or permission to participate in University activities such as COURSE CHANGES—ADD/DROP athletics. It is the student’s responsibility to A student may change his or her course understand these consequences. selection only within the first week of the semester (or the equivalent for VERIFYING STUDENT’S SCHEDULE accelerated/ intensive courses). The Each student is responsible for checking their procedure for schedule changes is available schedule on Web Advisor to make sure the on the Registrar’s webpage (http://www. information is correct. Any problems should sacredheart.edu/officesservices/registrar/). immediately be directed to the Registrar’s This process must be followed in order to Office. Students will be held academically ensure course registration and the proper and financially responsible for their calculation of tuition and issuance of refunds registration as indicated on their schedule in as listed in the Expenses and Student Web Advisor. Financial Assistance chapters of this catalog. Students may not add a course after the ENROLLING IN COURSES AT OTHER add/drop period without written permission INSTITUTIONS of the course instructor and the department chair. See Academic Calendars for add/drop All matriculated students are expected to deadlines. fulfill course requirements for their degree

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at Sacred Heart University. Under special • It is the student’s responsibility to circumstances, a student may appeal to take have an official transcript sent to the a course at another regionally accredited Registrar’s Office to receive credit for the institution during the winter or summer course. Only grades of C or better may be sessions only. The following guidelines will transferred into Sacred Heart University. be used to determine approval for taking The grade will not appear on the Sacred courses at other institutions: Heart University transcript and does not factor into the term or cumulative GPA. • The courses are required in the course sequence at this time for the degree • Exceptions to these policies can be made as indicated by the student’s academic by the college deans. advisor. INTERRUPTIONS IN ATTENDANCE • The other institution’s courses must be equivalent to the required Sacred The following information outlines various Heart University courses in the major, leave and withdrawal options. Students as determined by the department are responsible for following all University chairperson. policies before a leave or withdrawal is official. This may include but is not • The last 30 credits required for limited to returning laptops, ID cards, keys graduation must be taken at Sacred Heart and obtaining all appropriate University University. signatures and approvals. University refund • The last 60 credits toward the degree policies apply. Full-time students should must be taken at a four-year institution. contact the Assistant Dean before they return from a leave. Part-time students • A maximum of 1 course (3-4 credits) for should contact University College before a winter inter-session or summer session they return from a leave. Students who may be taken at another institution do not return at the end of the leave or during a 1 year period. However, a do not obtain an extension must apply for sequence of courses in the sciences (2 readmission. Students on leave must follow lectures and 2 labs) may also be taken University policy before they return to the at another institution during the summer University. session for legitimate reasons. Leave of Absence • If the course is in the student’s major it must be taken at SHU. Full-time students may request approval for • Final approval must be given by a leave of absence for good reason from the the student’s academic advisor, the Assistant Dean in the College of Arts and department chair of the discipline of the Sciences.. Leaves are generally approved course, and the Dean of the student’s for one semester but an extension for an College. The department chair, in which additional semester may be requested. the course is offered, is responsible for Part-time students should contact a deciding the course SHU equivalency.It University College advisor. Graduation is the student’s responsibility to have an requirements in effect for students at the official transcript sent to the Registrar’s time their approved leave begins will remain Office to receive credit for the course. in effect when they return from their leave Only grades of C or better may be under the following conditions: transferred into Sacred Heart University. The grade will not appear on the Sacred • They are in good academic and Heart University transcript and does not disciplinary standing at Sacred Heart factor into the term or cumulative GPA. University when their leave begins. If a student is later placed on academic

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warning, put on probation, dismissed, Medical leaves are generally approved for suspended or expelled as the result one semester but may be renewed for one of a judicial decision, the sanctions in additional semester with written permission place take precedence over the leave of from the Assistant Dean or University College absence. advisor. Students may return at the end of the leave when medical clearance is provided • They may not take courses at another by Health Services/Director of Counseling institution without prior written approval based on appropriate documentation from the advisor, the department chair, presented. They may not take courses at Dean of their college and the review by another institution without prior written the Registrar. approval from the advisor, , the department • The leave is limited to one semester chair, Dean of their college and the review by but may be renewed for additional the Registrar. semester(s) with written permission from the Assistant Dean or a University College This policy does not bind the University advisor. to alter their curricula or major program, which may have been discontinued or This policy does not bind the University substantially altered during the approved to alter their curricula or major program, leave of absence. Students who change which may have been discontinued or their major upon return will be under the substantially altered during the approved major requirements in effect at the time of leave of absence. Students who change their their return. The student is responsible for major upon return will be under the major obtaining all relevant information that may requirements in effect at the time of their affect their standing and benefits including return. but not limited to financial aid and veteran’s benefits. The student is responsible for obtaining all relevant information that may affect their A student on approved medical leave is standing and benefits including but not considered to be in continuous matriculation limited to financial aid and veteran’s benefits. during that leave period. If a student does A student on approved leave is considered not return after the leave or extend it, he to be in continuous matriculation during that or she must go through the readmission leave period. If a student does not return process to return. after the leave or extend it, the student must go through the readmission process to Military Leave of Absence return. Full-time students called to active duty while enrolled in the University should contact Medical Leave of Absence the Assistant Dean. Part-time students Students who must leave the University should contact a University College advisor. because of a documented medical condition Students must present proof of being called may request a medical leave of absence. to active duty. Students wishing to obtain a Full-time students may request approval for military leave of absence may be offered the medical leave of absence from the Assistant following options after the Assistant Dean Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences, or University College advisor confers with who will consult with Health Services financial aid, instructors, and other University or Counseling as appropriate. Part-time officials: students should contact a University College • Withdrawing from the courses with advisor. a full tuition refund or tuition credit, in accordance with University and Documentation of the serious nature of government guidelines. the medical condition must be provided.

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• If a student completed at least 70% of the re-admissions and, if accepted, will be under coursework and upon recommendation the catalog in effect at the time of their of his or her dean, the student may elect readmission. to take incompletes and make special arrangements for course completion with The Admissions Office will confer with the individual instructors. academic dean and the dean of students before a decision on readmission is made. • Students are eligible to return within Students may not be guaranteed readmission one year following active duty. However, to the major in which he or she was enrolled the degree requirements may have prior to readmission. Part-time, matriculated changed, and the student may be students who have not attended the required to comply with degree program University for more than 24 months are no requirements in effect at the time of their longer considered matriculated and must return to the University. apply for readmission through University College. In unusual circumstances, a student Complete Withdrawal from the University may appeal the decision regarding the Full-time students wishing to drop or catalog applied. withdraw from all their courses and thereby discontinue their enrollment must meet SUBSTITUTIONS AND WAIVERS with the Assistant Dean. Part-time students In order to maintain academic quality and should contact a University College advisor. integrity, no student will be granted a Students will not be allowed to drop or substitution for a course or credits, unless withdraw from their last registered course of it is in accordance with the University’s the term without meeting with the Assistant policy. Substitutions and waivers for Dean or University College advisor. major requirements may be granted at University Withdrawal is not official until the discretion of the department chair/ the student meets with the appropriate program director. Substitutions and waivers University representative(s) and completes for core requirements require approvals official forms. Any refunds will be determined and recommendations from advisor, major by the official date of the withdrawal. All fees department chair, college dean and the are non-refundable. Provost or the Provost’s delegate. Waivers will not provide additional academic credit If a student withdraws from the University toward degree requirements. prior to and through the add/drop period, the courses will not appear on the student’s If the basis for the request of a substitution is transcript. A “W” grade will be recorded a learning or physical disability, the student and appear on the transcript if the student must contact the Director of Special Services withdraws from the University after the add/ and provide documentation of the disability drop period. to request the substitution. For information regarding this procedure contact the Director of Special Services. All waivers and READMISSION substitutions must meet the requirements Returning full-time students who have of any academic program accredited and/or not attended the University for up to two licensed by an outside accrediting body or consecutive major semesters (fall and spring governmental agency. or spring and fall) will ordinarily be governed under the catalog that was in effect when Proficiency Waivers for University they left the University. Students who have Foundational and Elective Core not attended the University for more than The University core provides for proficiency two consecutive major semesters (fall and waivers in the following areas: Mathematics spring or spring and fall) must apply for

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and Modern Foreign Languages. The Part-time students will be billed a graduation chairperson of the Department of Foreign fee upon submitting the application for Languages and Cultures should be graduation. The graduation application fee contacted for waivers in Foreign Languages. is not refundable. In the event the student For waivers in Mathematics, contact does not complete the requirements for the chairperson of the Department of the degree within one year of the original Mathematics. Proficiency waivers exempt the indicated date, a new application and student from taking the course(s). No credits application fee will be required. are awarded for waived courses.

Final approval of a waiver for any University foundational or elective core must be Transcripts approved by the Provost or the Provost’s The transcript is the official academic delegate. A student who is proficient in record. The student’s authorization must be one of the above-listed areas may consider received before a transcript will be released. advanced- standing credits through one The student should complete an electronic of the advanced placement tests (CLEP, Transcript Request. The link is available on DANTES, Excelsior). Students should check the Registrar’s Office website at with the appropriate department(s) for www.sacredheart.edu/officesservices/ policies and restrictions governing advanced registrar/. A fee is charged for each standing credits. Approval for advanced transcript requested. Options are available standing is required before the exam is taken. for rush processing, and overnight delivery A Transfer Request Permission form must be services at an additional cost. Transcripts completed. See section on Admissions for will be withheld if the student has a financial policy and restriction information. obligation to the University.

Application for Graduation University Cross-Registration To receive a degree, a student must complete Program all requirements for that degree as listed in Full-time students may take courses at the catalog in effect at the time of admission Fairfield University and the University of into the program. Degrees are conferred Bridgeport as part of their regular full-time three times a year in May, August and course load, provided the courses are not December. The Commencement Convocation offered during the requested semester is held once a year in May. at Sacred Heart University. Contact the Office of the Registrar for details and other A student eligible for a degree must apply requirements. for graduation to the Office of the University Registrar as follows. An online application is available through Web Advisor.

May graduation date: Application due the prior June August graduation date: Application due the prior October December graduation date: Application due the prior February

Failure to comply with the above schedule may result in a delay of degree conferral.

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Criminal Justice, and Applied Psychology; College of Arts and and a variety of minors and special programs. The degrees are offered through Sciences the following academic departments: Art & Design, Biology, Chemistry, Communication, ROBIN L. CAUTIN, PH.D. Computer Science and Information Dean Technology, Criminal Justice, English, Foreign Languages and Cultures, Government and The College of Arts and Sciences is the Politics, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, largest, and the most diverse, of the four Theology & Religious Studies, Psychology, colleges at Sacred Heart University. The Social Work, and Sociology. The College college offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Arts and Sciences strives to provide a of Science degrees; Associate in Arts learning environment that fosters the growth, and Science degrees; Master’s degrees in development, and nurturing of the entire Environmental Science and Management, individual. Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science and Information Technology,

DISCIPLINE COURSES ONLY (NO ASSOCIATE’S BACHELOR’S DEGREE MAJOR/MINOR) DEGREE

MAJOR CONCENTRATION MINOR

Anthropology Yes

Art & Design AA* Yes

Graphic Design Yes Yes

Illustration Yes Yes

Studio Art Yes Yes

Fashion Design AA* Yes

Biology AA* Yes Yes

Traditional Yes

Molecular and Cellular Yes Biology

Ecology and Conservation Yes Biology

Neuroscience Yes

Catholic Studies Yes

Chemistry AA* Yes Yes

Traditional

Biochemistry

Communication Studies and Media Arts

Communication Studies AA* Yes

Advertising Media/Public Yes Relations

Sports Media Yes

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DISCIPLINE COURSES ONLY (NO ASSOCIATE’S BACHELOR’S DEGREE MAJOR/MINOR) DEGREE

MAJOR CONCENTRATION MINOR

Digital Communication Yes

Media Arts AA Yes Yes

Film, Television & Media Yes

Journalism Yes

Computer Science and Information Technology

Computer Science AS Yes Yes Yes

Computer Gaming Yes

Information Technology Yes Yes

Criminal Justice Yes Yes

English AA* Yes Yes

Literature Yes

Writing Yes

European Studies Yes

Foreign Languages and Cultures

Arabic Yes

Chinese Yes

French AA* Yes

Gaelic Yes

Haitan Creole Yes

Italian AA* Yes

Japanese Yes

Latin Yes

Spanish AA* Yes Yes

Global Studies Yes Yes

History AA* Yes Yes

Irish Studies Yes

Latin American Studies Yes

Mathematics AA* Yes Yes

Middle Eastern Studies Yes

Music AA* Yes

Performing Arts Yes

Philosophy AA* Yes Yes

Physics (refer to Chemistry in Yes this catalog)

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DISCIPLINE COURSES ONLY (NO ASSOCIATE’S BACHELOR’S DEGREE MAJOR/MINOR) DEGREE

MAJOR CONCENTRATION MINOR

Political Science AA* Yes Yes

Psychology AA* Yes Yes

Social Work Yes

Sociology AA* Yes Yes

General Yes

Teaching Yes

Social Research Yes

Religious Studies Yes

Theology Yes Yes

Religious Studies AA* Yes Yes

Women’s Studies (refer to Yes Academic Enhancement Programs chapter in this catalog)

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ANTHROPOLOGY reconstructing the past. Anthropology is the study of human culture, behavior and biology from a holistic, global †AN 110 Human Cultural Diversity and comparative perspective. As a field of 3 CR study it examines the similarities, differences The aim of this course is for students to and development of human culture, behavior develop an anthropological imagination and and biology. The Anthropology curriculum understand its relevance for living in the emphasizes the subfield of cultural contemporary world. An anthropological anthropology. Cultural anthropology focuses imagination involves cultivating an interest in on the concept of culture, role of culture in and an understanding of the unity, diversity contemporary problems and issues and on and development of human biology, society the wide range of human cultural patterns in and culture. As an introduction to the study the contemporary world. of human cultural diversity, this course emphasizes the concept of culture, human sociocultural variation and patterns of Course Descriptions sociocultural change in contemporary human societies. † Elective Core Course †AN 201 World Cultures †ANCC 103 The Human Community: the 3 CR Individual and Society Examines a cross section of societies, 3 CR including hunter-gatherer, horticultural, This is the third of four courses in The Human peasant, pastoral and industrial. Themes Journey, Sacred Heart University’s Common of cultural diversity, cultural contact and Core Curriculum. As part of the University’s understanding “the other.” Common Core, The Human Journey, ANCC 103 addresses the four core questions from †AN 204 Introduction to Irish Archaeology the anthropological perspective. With an emphasis on the unity, diversity and 3 CR development of human biology and culture, A comprehensive overview of Irish the anthropological perspective offers a Archaeology from the first settlers to modern unique opportunity to engage the Catholic times. Special attention will be focused on intellectual tradition and examine the the Sites and cultural history of the Dingle enduring questions of human existence. Peninsula.

†AN 103 Archeology †AN 205 North American Indians 3 CR 3 CR Focuses on how archeology as a scientific Covers the cultural development and discipline attempts to understand the diversity of aboriginal North America, the development of the cultural adaptations impact of European contact on Native of human groups throughout prehistory American societies and contemporary issues and history and how archeology interprets among North American Indians. the past. Topics include how archeological sites are formed, dating techniques and the †AN 220 Ethnography of Ireland analysis of plant, animal and human artifacts 3 CR and remains. With a hands-on approach, students are presented case scenarios This course examines the patterns economic, relating to archeological digs to better social, political and cultural change in understand the thinking process involved in modern Ireland through the lens of selected

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ethnographic studies of Irish communities. In addition, this course will examine the changing theoretical interests and research methodologies of anthropologists working in Ireland. This work will be supplemented with a selection of ethnographic films focusing on Irish communities and contemporary patterns socio-cultural change in Ireland.

†AN 250 Doing Ethnography: Qualitative Research in the Social Sciences 3 CR The aim of this course is for students to develop an understanding of and an ability to use ethnography as a method of social science research. Combining theoretical and applied readings and practical assignments, the focus is on participant observation and interviewing, writing field notes and the transformation of field data into ethnographic documents. In addition, students develop an understanding of the epistemological, political and ethical issues surrounding ethnographic research. Prerequisite: SO 110 or AN 110

†AN 280 Native American Literature 3 CR Native American literature is explored in order to develop an understanding of the history, society and culture of Native Americans and an appreciation of their literary contributions.

†AN 299 Special Topics in Anthropology 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses (i.e., one capitalizing on a timely topic). Prerequisites: Established by the department as appropriate for the specific course

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ART & DESIGN MARY TRESCHITTA, MFA Assistant Professor Real world Art & Design training set within a liberal arts-based curriculum is the mission JONATHAN WALKER, MFA of the Department of Art & Design at Associate Professor, Chair Sacred Heart University. Striking a balance between cutting edge digital technology and the foundations of drawing, illustration and painting affords invaluable diversity for Art & Design Computer preparation for the professional marketplace. Lab and Studios Through its extensive offerings carried out by means of intense active and engaged learning Facilities include a digital design laboratory programs, the department supports the with state-of-the-art Macintosh computers overall mission of the University. Along with and a second audiovisual design studio, both the most up-to-date digital design facilities with complete wireless computer support; and a commitment to contemporary Graphic a full complement of the latest versions Design, Illustration and Studio Arts as well as of all industry-standard software; multiple preparing for the constantly changing world professional-grade color printers; and large of digital design, the department develops and standard format scanners. Facilities designers and artists who are critical thinkers also include painting, design, drawing and and contributing members of society, their illustration studios. communities and their professions. It is the department’s goal to educate designers and artists who are always able to respond to an Portable Computing Program ever-changing world. for Art & Design Majors The Department of Art & Design is able to offer all art majors worldwide 24/7 access Internships in Art & Design to all Adobe CS6 Design Premium software The Department of Art & Design is along with Adobe After Effects CS6 from committed to combining education for life anywhere in the world that has internet access. with preparation for professional excellence. The university provides students participating The department is ideally situated within in our laptop program with access to a key the vast design, art and cultural resources of license server for the software used in all of Fairfield County and the metropolitan New the department’s courses. This means that York City area. The location provides access any student at anytime from anywhere in the to the country’s richest base of world-class world can obtain access to the entire Adobe digital design, marketing, art and advertising Design Premium Software suite in order to firms offering an unmatched opportunity to work on their projects. Art and Design is also prepare students for the transition from the able to offer on site Apple-certified technical classroom to the visual arts workplace. support through the department’s Technology Manager in order to handle training, updates, maintenance and repair issues. Faculty

JOHN S. DE GRAFFENRIED, MFA Major in Art & Design Associate Professor The major in Art & Design requires the completion of 51 credits for a concentration NATHAN LEWIS, MFA in Graphic Design, Illustration, Studio Arts or Associate Professor General Art for Education.

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CONCENTRATION IN GRAPHIC DESIGN AR 104, AR 201, AR 204, AR (51 CREDITS) 205, AR 206 or AR 208 AR 110 Design: Visual Organization Required Courses in Graphic Design AR 111 Design: Color Foundation Courses AR 114 Digital Design Basics AR 101 Art in the Western World Art AR 120 Drawing I History Elec. The student must choose from one of the following courses: Advanced-Level Required Courses AR 104, AR 201, AR 204, AR in Illustration 205, AR 206 or AR 208 AR 220 Drawing II: Life AR 110 Design: Visual Organization AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 111 Design: Color AR 221 Drawing III AR 114 Digital Design Basics AR 225 Design for the Web AR 120 Drawing I AR 229 introduction to Painting AR 250 introduction to Illustration Advanced-Level Courses AR 230 Painting II AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 260 illustration II AR 220 Drawing II: Life AR 261 illustration III AR 225 Design for the Web AR 360 illustration IV AR 229 introduction to Painting AR 392 illustration Portfolio AR 232 introduction to Watercolor

AR 250 introduction to Illustration CONCENTRATION IN STUDIO ART AR 270 Graphic Design II (51 CREDITS) AR 271 Graphic Design III Required Courses in Art & Design Students must take at least one of these Foundation Courses courses: AR 101 Art in the Western World Art AR 272 Advertising Design or History Elec. The student must choose from AR 276 interactive 2D Animation one of the following courses: or AR 104, AR 201, AR 204, AR 205, AR 206 or AR 208 AR 280 interactive Motion Graphics AR 110 Design: Visual Organization AR 370 Graphic Design IV AR 111 Design: Color AR 390 Graphic Design Portfolio AR 114 Digital Design Basics CONCENTRATION IN ILLUSTRATION AR 120 Drawing I (51 CREDITS) Advanced-Level Required Courses Required Courses in Art & Design in Studio Art AR 140 Methods and Materials Foundation Courses AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 101 Art in the Western World Art AR 220 Drawing II: Life History Elec. The student must choose from one of the following courses: AR 221 Drawing III

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AR 225 Design for the Web HI 222 United States History to 1865 AR 229 introduction to Painting or HI 223 United States History AR 230 Painting II Since 1865 AR 231 Painting III AR 250 introduction to Illustration AR 260 illustration II Minors in Art & Design AR 391 Senior Project The minor in Art & Design requires the completion of 18 credits. CONCENTRATION IN GENERAL ART FOR EDUCATION (51 CREDITS) REQUIRED COURSES FOR GRAPHIC DESIGN MINOR Required Courses in Art & Design AR 110 Design: Visual Organization (39 Credits) AR 111 Design: Color Foundation Courses AR 114 Digital Design Basics AR 101 Art in the Western World Art AR 120 Drawing I AR 201 History of Modern Art AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 110 Design: Visual Organization Students must select at least one of the AR 111 Design: Color following courses: AR 114 Digital Design Basics AR 225 Design for the Web AR 120 Drawing I AR 270 Graphic Design II

Advanced-Level Required Courses AR 276 interactive 2D Animation in Studio Art REQUIRED COURSES FOR AR 140 Methods and Materials ILLUSTRATION MINOR AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 110 Design: Visual Organization AR 220 Drawing II: Life AR 111 Design: Color AR 225 Design for the Web AR 120 Drawing I AR 229 introduction to Painting AR 220 Drawing II AR 250 introduction to Illustration AR 250 introduction to Illustration AR 260 illustration II Required Supporting Courses (12 Credits) REQUIRED COURSES FOR ED 101 Educational Psychology STUDIO ART MINOR ED 152 Education in the United States AR 110 Design: Visual Organization ED 205 Education of Special Needs AR 111 Design: Color Students AR 120 Drawing I ED 207 Classroom Management AR 220 Drawing II These required supporting courses for the AR 229 introduction to Painting 5-year MAT program should be taken within AR 230 Painting II the General Education requirements along with any prerequisites: PS 273 Adolescent Development

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REQUIRED COURSES FOR FASHION AR 114 Digital Design Basics DESIGN MINOR AR 211 Graphic Design I AR 111 Design: Color AR 270 Graphic Design II AR 117 Computers in Fashion Design AR 120 Drawing I AR 145 Studio Methods I Course Descriptions AR 245 Studio Methods II AR 257 introduction to Fashion † Elective Core Course Design †AR 101 Art in the Western World 3 CR Certificate in Fashion Studies Explores ideas and arts of cultures that initiate and develop into the Western The certificate program in Fashion Design tradition. Includes an analysis of the basic requires the completion of 15 credits in total. characteristics of the art and architecture of these eras in the context of general cultural REQUIRED COURSES FOR A CERTIFICATE trends. IN FASHION STUDIES

AR 111 Design: Color †AR 104 American Art: Colonial to Modern or 3 CR AR 120 Drawing I Covers the ideas and ideals in American art Plus all four of the following courses: in reference to the European mainstream. Emphasis is on styles and forms of the AR 117 Computers in Fashion Design American environment and experience that AR 145 Studio Methods I constitute the characteristic tradition in AR 245 Studio Methods II painting, sculpture and architecture. AR 257 introduction to Fashion Design †AR 110 Design: Visual Organization 3 CR Investigates the compositional elements of Associate of Arts art structure. Principles and elements of two- dimensional design line, shape, value, texture and space are examined, with emphasis on EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL the visual communication of ideas. STUDIES (15 CREDITS) AR 101 Art in the Western World †AR 111 Design: Color AR 110 Design: Visual Organization 3 CR AR 111 Design: Color Design principles are explored through the AR 120 Drawing I investigation of color interaction and color AR 229 introduction to Painting theory. Emphasis is on pigment mixing and the control of intervals of value, chroma and EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS FOR GRAPHIC intensity. DESIGN (15 CREDITS) Prerequisite: AR 110 AR 101 Art in the Western World AR 110 Design: Visual Organization

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AR 112 Three-Dimensional Design designs utilizing these skills. 3 CR Explores ideas dealing with mass, volume †AR 201 Studies in Modern Art and planes in space using various materials. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 110 An analysis of the works and questions raised by the arts of the 19th and 20th centuries. †AR 114 Digital Design Basics Examines the roles of modern artists as they reflect and project or comment on life in the 3 CR 20th century. An introduction and exploration of primary graphic design programs concentrating on †AR 204 Renaissance Art Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Basic design concepts are explored in 3 CR assignments, ensuring a basic understanding A critical discussion of the historical, of the technological tools of design. conceptual and formal changes in the visual arts within the 15th and 16th centuries. AR 117 Computers In Fashion Design Includes an analysis of the influence of Italian and northern European painting on European 3 CR cultures. This course is an introduction to the use of computers and software in the basic process †AR 205 European Art: 17th-19th Century of designing fashion and accessories. 3 CR

†AR 120 Drawing I Discussion of the major developments in painting, sculpture and architecture during 3 CR the 17th and 18th centuries as modified by Explores fundamental problems of the historical situations and humanistic composition and perception as related to values in specific countries. drawing. Experimentation is with varied media directed toward both the descriptive †AR 206 Contemporary Art and expressive visual conceptualization of ideas. 3 CR Examines art currently in galleries and †AR 140 Methods and Materials museums. Surveys the development of new approaches to form and analyzes the formal 3 CR idea as related to execution and content. An introduction to incorporating non- Prerequisite: AR 201 traditional media into the traditional practice of drawing and painting through varied methods and materials of contemporary †AR 208 Introduction to Eastern Art art practice. Experimentation and the 3 CR combining of more than one medium will be Explores issues such as continuity and encouraged with hands-on assignments dichotomy of subject and style and other significant issues of Eastern art. Eastern AR 145 Studio Methods I attitudes are compared and contrasted with 3 CR the art and ideas of parallel Western periods. Introduction to basic clothing construction in conjunction with fundamental draping AR 211 Graphic Design I techniques. Students explore and interpret 3 CR fashion trends as they execute original An introduction to classical and modern

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typefaces, the mechanics of type interaction and properties of the media. composition and the fundamentals of layout. Consideration is given to the selection of AR 230 Painting II typefaces that enhance thought and idea. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 110 and AR 114 Development of painting techniques with emphasis on pictorial organization and color AR 220 Drawing II: Life sensitivity. Focus on the development of 3 CR creativity and individuality. Development of the student’s ability to Prerequisite: AR 229 conceive the figure as form and volume with stress on gesture, proportion and anatomy. AR 231 Painting III Emphasis is on a refinement of techniques 3 CR for individual expression and self-awareness. Development of individual expression Prerequisite: AR 120 through exploration of independent compositional ideas and technical means AR 221 Drawing III related to content. Critiques and evaluations 3 CR are constant. An intensive investigation of media and form Prerequisite: AR 230 as related to the figure. Problems progress from structural ideas to more sophisticated AR 232 Introduction to Watercolor exploitation of subject matter and finally to 3 CR individual interpretations. An introduction to varied techniques of Prerequisite: AR 220 watercolor application. Assignments are based on direct studies of nature, still life and AR 223 Three-Dimensional Drawing conceptual thinking. 3 CR Prerequisites: AR 111 and AR 120 Deals with the rendering of three- dimensional space and forms. Visual AR 245 Studio Methods II processes relating to depth of field, objects 3 CR in deep space, volume modeling and conceptualizing are explored. Introduction to basic clothing construction in conjunction with fundamental draping Prerequisites: AR 110 and AR 120 techniques. Students explore and interpret fashion trends as they execute original AR 225 Design for the Web designs utilizing these skills. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 120 and AR 229 Development of skills for creating web sites and interactive presentations. Emphasis AR 250 Introduction to Illustration on the effective organization and visual 3 CR presentation of information through Adobe Dreamweaver and Fireworks. Introduction of fundamental techniques used in professional illustration. Secondary emphasis on business aspects of commercial AR 229 Introduction to Painting art. Assignments range from portraiture to 3 CR sequential art storyboards. An introduction to painting methods and Prerequisite: AR 220 media. Guided experimentation in oil or acrylic with emphasis on content, color

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AR 257 Introduction to Fashion Design AR 270 Graphic Design II 3 CR 3 CR Theory and process of fashion design. Includes development of ideas as related Application of skills in pattern drafting, to print media, ,publication design and draping and construction culminating in corporate identity systems. Emphasis on the a showing and critique of original student ability to create effective problem-solving collections. concepts. Prerequisites: AR 211 and AR 214 AR 260 Illustration II 3 CR AR 271 Graphic Design III Emphasis is on the technical study of color 3 CR pencils and watercolor. As the semester Focuses on solving specific design problems progresses, greater emphasis is placed on by establishing ideas from rough layout to content and imaginative solutions. Focus tight comps and coordinating the elements is on the information gathering inherent in to create effective visual statements in a illustrative problem solving. variety of areas. Prerequisite: AR 160 Prerequisite: AR 270

AR 261 Illustration III AR 272 Advertising Design 3 CR 3 CR Continued emphasis on traditional illustrative Explores aspects of print and rich media techniques used in conjunction with the advertising, including its creation and digital application of Adobe Photoshop. presentation. Stresses concepts as related to Students are encouraged to create works advertising promotion. of substance and complexity in regard to composition and thematic content. Prerequisite: AR 270 Prerequisite: AR 260 AR 274 Computer Graphic Design 3 CR AR 262 Head Painting and Drawing 3 CR Explores complex design software programs with primary focus on the application of Covers structural painting and drawing of the computer design in the preparation of print head and its character. Emphasis on historical material. and traditional methods of representation using various media and techniques. Prerequisite: AR 270 Prerequisite: AR 220 AR 276 Interactive 2D Animation 3 CR AR 264 Advertising Illustration 3 CR Development of skills for creating 2D animation, interactive presentations and web Deals with imparting visual impact and sites. Emphasis on the effective organization excitement for the selling of products and visual presentation of information and services. Developing illustrations through Adobe Flash. for advertising with consideration of reproduction requirements. Problems deal AR 280 Interactive Motion Graphics with line, black-and-white, limited and full- color advertising. All media. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 261 Provide a comprehensive, project-based

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introduction to industry-standard motion AR 363 Editorial Illustration graphics and compositing applications. To 3 CR produce motion graphics and visual effects for film, video, multimedia and web. A study of illustration with short story and editorial views. Preparation of idea sketches in relation to the text, page layout and AR 299 Special Topics in Art finished illustrations. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 260 New or occasional courses that may become part of the department’s permanent AR 370 Graphic Design IV offerings. Courses capitalize on timely topics, an instructor’s particular interest or 3 CR alternatives to existing courses. An in-depth investigation of realistic Prerequisite: Established by department promotional programs ranging from concept to finished visual. Emphasis on individual creative solutions relative to product and AR 320 Drawing IV idea, budget and client. 3 CR Prerequisites: AR 112 and AR 271 Focuses on advanced problems of perception, structure, anatomy and concepts AR 390 Graphic Design Portfolio in drawing the human figure. Emphasis on independent development of the expressive 3 CR use of various drawing media. Development of a professional portfolio, Prerequisite: AR 221 resumé and promotional materials, culminating in a public presentation to area design, advertising, marketing and AR 330 Painting IV recruitment professionals. Guidance from 3 CR faculty and visiting professionals. Studio emphasis on development and Prerequisites: All required art courses in clarification of personal and imaginative major emphasis statements. Initiative and discipline toward the production of a sustained body of AR 391 Senior Project consistent work is expected. 3 CR Prerequisite: AR 231 Encompasses problem-solving and techniques indicative of the ability to work AR 360 Illustration IV as a mature and independent artist. Includes 3 CR preparation and presentation of work. Focus is on editorial- and thematic-based Prerequisites: All required art courses in subject matter utilizing illustrative tools and major emphasis techniques introduced in previous illustration classes including traditional and digital AR 392 Illustration Portfolio applications. Emphasis is on the continued development and preparation of idea 3 CR sketches in relation to problem solving of The continued development and final illustrative art. construction of a professional presentation Prerequisite: AR 261 portfolio, resume and promotional materials. Additional focus on business-related information, such as taxes, expenses and contracts. Prerequisites: AR 360, all required art

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courses in major emphasis

AR 396 Internship 3 CR By permission of department chair. Based on availability, qualified students are placed in positions with leading design, advertising and marketing firms.

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BIOLOGY program emphasizes a broad training in biology by requiring one upper-division The Biology Department’s innovative and elective in each of three areas corresponding interdisciplinary curricula combine a rigorous to different levels of biological organization. grounding in the foundational principles of The Molecular and Cellular Biology biological science at all scales of organization concentration emphasizes coursework in from molecules to ecosystems with the molecular and cellular areas of biology and opportunity for students to specialize in related disciplines and is ideal for students areas of their own choosing. The program preparing for graduate or professional reflects the complexity and diversity of the training in the biomedical sciences or living world and emphasizes the unifying employment in the pharmaceutical and principles of biological science: evolution, biotechnology industries. The Ecology and transformations of energy and matter, Conservation Biology track is designed to structure and function, information flow prepare students for graduate training and/ exchange and storage and the higher level or careers in ecology, conservation biology complexity inherent in multi-component or other environmentally focused specialties. systems.* Students pursuing the Neuroscience track will have the opportunity to integrate Graduates of our program will be conversant coursework in neurobiology with coursework in the cellular and molecular basis of life, in psychology. The Neuroscience track is the design and functioning of individual excellent preparation for graduate and organisms and the ecological interactions professional training in the biomedical of organisms. They will respect the primacy sciences and careers in the health of evidence and appreciate its role in the professions. The Molecular and Cellular historical development and advancement Biology, Ecology and Conservation Biology of a discipline. Graduates will be able to and Neuroscience focused paths through analyze evidence in a critical fashion through the major also require hands-on learning exposure to data analysis in literature and in the form of supervised research and/or in laboratory coursework. Finally, graduates internship and these experiences are also will be cognizant of the possible social strongly encouraged for students pursuing impact of our ever increasing understanding the Traditional program. Admission to the of biological science and will be prepared Molecular and Cellular Biology, Ecology and to wrestle with the difficult ethical conflicts Conservation Biology and Neuroscience resulting from such advancement. concentrations is by application only. Students may choose from one of four *Vision and Change in Undergraduate different curriculum tracks to support these Biology Education, A Call to Action. 2010. academic objectives and their future career American Association for the Advancement plans: Traditional, Molecular and Cellular, of Science, Washington DC Ecology and Conservation or Neuroscience. All four tracks are based on a four course foundational series: Concepts in Biology I: Molecules to Cells; Concepts in Biology Faculty II: Cells to Organisms; Organisms to Populations and Populations to Ecosystems. KIRK A. BARTHOLOMEW, PH.D. Accompanying the lecture portion of Associate Professor the foundational courses are lab courses that incorporate multi-week open-ended MARK A. BEEKEY, PH.D. investigations that reinforce the concepts Associate Professor under study and emphasize the process of science and scientific writing. The Traditional

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REBECCA BOURGAULT, M.S. of assistant professor and above have Instructor dedicated research space and equipment appropriate to conduct research in their SUZANNE M. DESCHÊNES, PH.D. areas of specialization. Dedicated multi- Associate Professor user areas are also available for conducting research in a variety of areas and include: a MICHELE A. GUIDONE, PH.D. climate-controlled greenhouse, an analytical Lecturer instrumentation room for environmental analysis, a marine research tank room, a fluorescence microscopy and imaging facility MARK I. JAREB, PH.D. Associate Professor, Chair and dedicated spaces for molecular biology research instrumentation. The department maintains and consistently updates the JO-MARIE KASINAK, M.S. specialized equipment required to both teach Instructor and do research in the biological sciences, amongst our more recent acquisitions are: MARIAN LEAL, M.S. a suite of equipment for sub-meter GPS Instructor surveys and data collection, real-time PCR instrumentation, automated data capture JENNIFER H. MATTEI, PH.D. and analysis software for experimentation Professor in animal behavior and two instruments for sophisticated analysis of contaminants CHRISTOPHER F. MOJCIK, M.D/PH.D. in environmental samples: a combined Lecturer gas chromatography/mass spectrometry instrument for organic chemical analysis BARBARA J. PIERCE, PH.D. and an inductively coupled plasma emission Associate Professor spectrometer for inorganic contaminants.

JOHN P. RAPAGLIA, PH.D. Assistant Professor Major in Biology The B.S. degree in Biology requires NICOLE M. ROY, PH.D. Associate Professor completion of 36 to 42 credits in biology and 29 to 40 credits in supporting courses depending on the curriculum track students LATINA M. STEELE, PH.D. choose. Many of these courses also fulfill Lecturer the requirements of the university’s Elective Core. GEFFREY F. STOPPER, PH.D. Assistant Professor REQUIRED COURSES FOR ALL CONCENTRATIONS THOMAS A. TERLEPH, PH.D. Associate Professor Required Biology Core Courses BI 111 Concepts in Biology I BI 112 Concepts in Biology II Biology Laboratories BI 113 Concepts in Biology I The University supports the biology program Laboratory with six teaching laboratories fully equipped to instruct students in all areas of biological BI 114 Concepts in Biology II science. In addition, all faculty at the level Laboratory

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BI 201 Genetics & Evolution: Environmental Area Organisms to Populations BI 210 Plant Biology BI 202 Ecology: Populations to BI 230 Microbiology Ecosystems BI 240 invertebrate Biology BI 203 Genetics & Evolution: Organisms to Populations BI 245 Vertebrate Biology Laboratory BI 255 Animal Behavior BI 204 Ecology: Populations to BI 260 Marine Biology Ecosystems Laboratory BI 265 Conservation Biology BI 399 Senior Seminar BI 305 Behavioral Neurobiology

Required Supporting Courses for All Organismal Area Concentrations BI 205 Essentials of Neuroscience CH 151 General Chemistry I BI 210 Plant Biology CH 152 General Chemistry II BI 212 Developmental Biology CH 153 General Chemistry BI 230 Microbiology Laboratory I BI 240 invertebrate Biology CH 154 General Chemistry BI 245 Vertebrate Biology Laboratory II BI 255 Animal Behavior CH 221 Organic Chemistry I with BI 260 Marine Biology CH 223 Organic Chemistry BI 305 Behavioral Neurobiology Laboratory I BI 312 Systems Physiology MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making BI 325 immunology or MA 132 Biostatistics Statistics BI 345 Neurobiology

PY 1XX Level Physics Course with Molecular Area Laboratory BI 212 Developmental Biology MA 140 Precalculus or above (MA 151 Calculus I is recommended) BI 230 Microbiology BI 235 Principles of Biotechnology ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE BI 311 Cell Biology TRADITIONAL CONCENTRATION BI 325 immunology Students must select five additional Biology BI 335 Topics in Genetics courses comprising at least one course from the Environmental organismal and Molecular BI 345 Neurobiology areas. Two of the five courses must be at BI 355 Molecular Biology the 300 level. Three of the 5 courses must include labs (one at the 300 level). Three ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SUPPORTING credits of research (BI 390) or internship COURSES FOR THE TRADITIONAL (BI 360) are encouraged. For the most up CONCENTRATION to date listing of courses and special topics, Students must take an additional 9 to 12 please consult the listing maintained on the credits in the natural sciences or in other Biology Department’s website. disciplines with departmental approval. Courses must be at 200-level or above with the following exceptions: FYBI 125, BI

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128/129, PY112/114 and MA courses above ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SUPPORTING MA 151. BI 206/208 does not meet this COURSES FOR THE ECOLOGY requirement, but BI 207/209 does. AND CONSERVATION BIOLOGY CONCENTRATION ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR MA 151 Calculus I (strongly THE MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOLOGY suggested—fulfills the MA 140 CONCENTRATION or above requirement) BI 311 Cell Biology Students must also take an additional 6 to BI 355 Molecular Biology 8 credits in the natural sciences or in other BI 360 internship (3 credits) disciplines with departmental approval. or Courses must be at 200-level or above BI 390 Supervised Research (3 with the following exceptions: FYBI 125, BI credits) 128/129, PY112/114 and MA courses above MA 151. BI 206/208 does not meet this Two additional electives (1 with lab) must requirement, but BI 207/209 does. be chosen from courses classified in the Molecular Area (see above and Biology ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE Department website) NEUROSCIENCE CONCENTRATION BI 205 Essentials of Neuroscience ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR THE MOLECULAR AND BI 255 Animal Behavior CELLULAR BIOLOGY CONCENTRATION or BI 305 Behavioral Neurobiology MA 151 Calculus I (strongly suggested—fulfills the MA 140 BI 345 Neurobiology or above requirement) BI 360 internship (3 credits) or Students must also take an additional 12 to BI 390 Supervised Research (3 16 credits in the natural sciences or in other credits) disciplines with departmental approval. One additional course in Biology at the 200 Courses must be at 200-level or above or 300 level with lab with the following exceptions: FYBI 125, BI 128/129, PY112/114 and MA courses above MA 151. BI 206/208 does not meet this ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SUPPORTING requirement, but BI 207/209 does. COURSES FOR THE NEUROSCIENCE CONCENTRATION ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE PS 110 introduction to Psychology ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION BIOLOGY CONCENTRATION Two psychology electives selected from the following list: BI 265 Conservation Biology PS 335 Human and Animal Learning BI 3XX Ecology Elective with Lab PS 351 Brain and Behavior BI 360 internship (3 credits) or PS 352 Hormones and Behavior BI 390 Supervised Research (3 PS 353 Psychopharmacology credits) PS 380 Advanced Psychological Research Three additional electives (1 with lab) must be chosen from courses classified in the PS 389 Advanced Special Topics Organismal or Environmental Area (see above and Biology Department website)

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PS Elec. One additional Psychology BI 114 Concepts in Biology II Elective at the 200 level or Laboratory above BI 201 Genetics & Evolution: Organisms to Populations Students must also take an additional 6 to 8 credits in the natural sciences or in other BI 202 Ecology: Populations to disciplines with departmental approval. Ecosystems Courses must be at 200-level or above BI 203 Genetics & Evolution: with the following exceptions: FYBI 125, BI Organisms to Populations 128/129, PY112/114 and MA courses above Laboratory MA 151. BI 206/208 does not meet this BI 204 Ecology: Populations to requirement, but BI 207/209 does. Ecosystems Laboratory CH 151 General Chemistry I CH 153 General Chemistry Combined Bachelor of Science Laboratory I in Biology and Master of Science BI Elec. One additional biology course in Environmental Systems at the 200-level or above Analysis and Management with the following exceptions: Undergraduate students majoring in biology FYBI 125, BI 128/129 chosen or chemistry are able to apply for admission in consultation with a Biology to the Environmental Systems Analysis advisor. BI 206/208 does not and Management graduate program in meet this requirement, but BI their junior year and begin taking graduate 207/209 does. courses during their senior year while at the same time completing a Bachelor of Science degree. This 4 plus 1 option allows Associate in Arts General Studies completion of a combined Bachelor and Master’s of Science in 5 years. If you would EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (24 CREDITS) like more information on this accelerated track, please contact the Environmental BI 111 Concepts in Biology I: Systems Analysis and Management Molecules to Cells Program Director or the Chair of the BI 112 Concepts in Biology II: Cells to Biology Department. Completion of this Organisms combined degree in 5 years requires summer BI 113 Concepts in Biology I coursework and careful planning is essential Laboratory to meet all program requirements. BI 114 Concepts in Biology II Laboratory BI 201 Genetics & Evolution: Minor In Biology Organisms to Populations The minor in Biology requires the completion BI 202 Genetics & Evolution: of the following 23-24 credits: Populations to Ecosystems BI 111 Concepts in Biology I: BI 203 Genetics & Evolution: Molecules to Cells Organisms to Populations BI 112 Concepts in Biology II: Cells to Laboratory Organisms BI 204 Ecology: Populations to BI 113 Concepts in Biology I Ecosystems Laboratory Laboratory CH 151 General Chemistry I

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CH 153 General Chemistry of mankind. Three hours of lecture per week. Laboratory I Non-science majors. BI Elec. One additional biology courses at the 200-level or †BI 102 Heredity and Society above with the following 3 CR exceptions: FYBI 125, BI BI 102 is a genetics course examining the 128/129 chosen in consultation evidence for proposing the existence of with a biology advisor. BI genes, the molecular nature of genes and 206/208 does not meet this the ethical implications of recent advances requirement, but BI 207/209 in genetic research. Three hours of lecture does. per week. Non-science majors.

Biology Common Core Course †BI 103 The Human Body BICC 103 The Human Community and 3 CR Scientific Discovery Focuses on human physiology and the role humans play in the health and main- tenance of their bodies. Topics include Course Descriptions human organization, processing and † Elective Core Course transporting, integration and coordination and reproduction. Three hours of lecture per week. BICC 103 The Human Community and Scientific Discovery Non-science majors. 3 CR †BI 104 Coastal Ecology This is the third of four courses in The Human Journey, Sacred Heart University’s Common 3 CR Core Curriculum. This course focuses on the This course investigates the interrelationship scientific approach and its uses and limits between coastal environments and the in addressing the four fundamental core organisms living in these environments. It questions of human meaning and value. The also looks at related societal implications. practice of scientific inquiry with respect to Non-science majors. political, social and cultural factors will also be examined, particularly in the context of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Potential †BI 110 Zoological Conservation & Behavior topics to be discussed include learning 3 CR about your own ancient genetic lineage, This course introduces students to the evolution, genetic testing, environmental study of animal behavior in zoos. Students pollution, global climate change and disease will gain general skills to explore field prevention. methods for behavioral observation and data collection in a captive setting. In addition, †BI 101 The Nature of Life we will consider how we might use captive 3 CR behavioral data to help conserve threatened and endangered animal species. Students This course examines science as a process to will have the unusual opportunity to conduct understand basic biological concepts of cells, field studies at LEO Zoological Conservation genetics, evolution, and ecology. Students Center in Greenwich. will examine current biological research and how that impacts their lives and the future

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†BI 111 Concepts in Biology I: BI 114 Concepts in Biology II Laboratory Molecules to Cells 1 CR 3 CR The laboratory associated with Concepts BI 111 is the first foundational course in in Biology II focuses on introduction of biology and provides an introduction to techniques for observing organismal the molecular concepts that form the physiology and behavior that reinforce basis of cellular life. Concepts in Biology critical concepts on the cellular and I covers the basic principles of: evolution, organismal levels of biological organization. biochemistry, cell structure and function, The laboratory incorporates an open-ended signal transduction, cell division, transmission multi-week student designed experiment, genetics, the central dogma of molecular extensive journal format scientific writing biology and control of gene expression. and emphasizes science as a process. One 3 Two 50 minute lectures and one 75 minute hour laboratory/week. discussion/week. Corequisite: BI 112 Corequisite: BI 113 BI 126 Nursing Anatomy and Physiology I †BI 112 Concepts in Biology II: 3 CR Cells to Organisms Lecture on the investigation of cell structure 3 CR and function, tissues, skeletal, muscularand BI 112 is the second foundational course in nervous systems. Nursing students only. biology. The course focuses on the cellular Three hours of lecture and one hour of and organismal levels in the hierarchy of discussion. biological organization. Concepts in Biology Corequisite: BI 127 II covers adaptations of plant and animal life in an evolutionary context and includes BI 127 Nursing Anatomy and Physiology I discussion of: development, body and tissue Laboratory organization, homeostasis, energy yielding metabolism, nutrition, digestion, circulation, 1 CR nutrient transport and gas exchange. Two Laboratory involves investigation of cell 50 minute lectures and one 75 minute structure and function, tissues, skeletal, discussion/week. muscular and nervous systems. Three hours Prerequisite: BI 111/113; Corequisite: BI 114. of laboratory. Corequisite: BI 126 BI 113 Concepts in Biology I Laboratory 1 CR BI 128 Nursing Anatomy and Physiology II The laboratory associated with Concepts in 3 CR Biology I focuses on multi-week exercises Lecture involves the investigation of the that reinforce critical concepts on the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, molecular and cellular levels of biological respiratory, digestive, urinary and organization. The laboratory incorporates reproductive systems. Nursing students student designed experiments, extensive only. Three hours of lecture and one hour of journal format scientific writing and discussion. emphasizes science as a process. One 3 hour Prerequisites: BI 126 and BI 127; Corequisite: laboratory/week. BI 129. Corequisite: BI 111

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BI 129 Nursing Anatomy and Physiology II †BI 170 Plants of Connecticut Laboratory 3 CR 1 CR BI 170 is a laboratory and field-oriented Laboratory involves the investigation of course emphasizing identification of local the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, plant life, plant structure and functions, life respiratory, digestive, urinary and histories and ecological relationships. reproductive systems. Three hours of Non-science majors. laboratory. Corequisite: BI 128 †BI 171 Connecticut Wildlife 3 CR †BI 150 Biology of Poisons BI 171 is a laboratory and field-oriented 3 CR core course emphasizing wildlife and This course presents the principles of habitat diversity in the American Northeast, toxicology within a human context, discusses especially Connecticut. The central theme how toxicology affects everyday life and is adaptation. Topics include predation, investigates the broader issues for public migration, reproduction and species health and disease prevention. identification. Five hours per week. Non-science majors. Non-science majors

†BI 152 Environment and Sustainability †BI 172 Winter Wildlife 3 CR 3 CR Students will learn about environmental BI 172 is a laboratory and field-oriented core science, exploring how human activity course emphasizing winter adaptations of changes our natural environment. The wildlife in the American Northeast, especially importance of clean air, land and water will Connecticut. Topics include migration, also be discussed. species identification, tracking and feeding Non-science majors. ecology. Five hours per week. Non-science majors. BI 161 Introduction to Microbiology 3 CR BI 190 Seminar in the Health Professions A course focused on the study of 1 CR microorganisms with emphasis on Seminar will meet weekly for discussions and morphology; cultivation, genetics of bacteria, other activities associated with planning for viruses and fungi and infectious diseases a future in the relevant health professions. caused by these microbes. Nursing students Discussion topics include advice on course only. Three hours of lecture per week. selections, timing of registration for courses Corequisite: BI 162 in relation to exams such as the MCAT/DAT/ GRE, balance between pre-health studies and other academic and extracurricular goals, BI 162 Introduction to Microbiology etc. Also included will be forums with invited Laboratory speakers such as alumni, admission directors 1 CR and extracurricular program coordinators. Laboratory work stresses aseptic technique Freshman and sophomore pre-health and the microscopic, nutritional and profession students only. biochemical characteristics of bacteria. One Minimum 2.5 GPA. Pass/fail only. three-hour laboratory period per week. Corequisite: BI 161

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BI 191 Advanced Seminar on Health nutrient cycling, succession and stability. Professions Prerequisite: C or Better in BI 111/112/113/114; 1 CR Prerequisite: MA 131,132 or 133; Corequisite: Seminar will meet weekly for discussions BI 204 and other activities associated with planning for and applying to schools in the relevant BI 203 Genetics & Evolution: Organisms to health professions. Discussion topics include Populations Laboratory advice on selecting schools for applications, 1 CR application preparation, writing personal Organisms to Populations Laboratory is statements, advice on preparation for the mandatory corequisite for BI 201. The professional exams such as the MCAT/DAT/ interactive laboratory course will concentrate GRE, etc. Also included will be forums with on multi-week exercises that reinforce invited speakers such as alumni, admission essential course concepts. Student designed directors and extracurricular program experiments, the process of science and oral coordinators. and written scientific communication are Junior and senior pre-health profession focal points of the course design. students only. Minimum 3.0 GPA or instructor Corequisite: BI 201 permission. Pass/fail only

BI 204 Ecology: Populations to Ecosystems BI 201 Genetics & Evolution: Organisms to Laboratory Populations 1 CR 3 CR Populations to Ecosystems Laboratory is Organisms to Populations is the third in the the mandatory corequisite for BI 202. The series of courses that serve as the foundation interactive laboratory course will concentrate of the biology major. The focus of this course on multi-week exercises that reinforce is on the evolutionary forces that lead to the essential course concepts. Student designed biologically fascinating trade-offs between experiments, the process of science and oral growth, survival and reproduction. Topics and written scientific communication are covered include: reproductive biology, focal points of the course design. transmission and population genetics, mechanisms of evolution and an exploration Corequisite: BI 202 of adaptation and life history characteristics in a diversity of organisms. BI 205 Essentials of Neuroscience Prerequisite: C or Better in BI 111/112/113/114; 3 CR Pre- or Corequisite: MA 131,132 or 133; This course is an introduction to Corequisite: BI 203 neuroscience, a discipline in which the biological and psychological sciences are BI 202 Ecology: Populations to Ecosystems integrated. This broad overview addresses 3 CR topics ranging from the cellular physiology of neurons to issues of human language, Populations to Ecosystems is the final course cognition and mental illness. in the biology major foundational series of courses. Students will discover the unity and Prerequisite: BI 111/113, PS 101 interdependence of the living and non- living components of the environment while BI 206 Human Anatomy and Physiology I exploring the limitless diversity of life on 3 CR earth through the lens of ecological theory. Topics include: Population dynamics, species Lecture on the investigation of the tissues, interactions, abundance and diversity, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. This

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section is for students interested in athletic data collection. Three hours of lecture and training, exercise science, physical therapy, three hours of laboratory per week. occupational therapy or physician assistant Prerequisites: BI 112/114, BI 201/203 programs. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BI 111/ 113; Corequisite: BI 208 BI 212 Developmental Biology 4 CR BI 207 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lecture examines cellular and molecular 3 CR aspects of animal development from Lecture involves the investigation of gametogenesis to morphogenesis and endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, pattern formation. Laboratory work respiratory, digestive, urinary and includes investigations on fertilization, reproductive systems. Three hours of cellular differentiation, regeneration and the lecture per week. This section is for students development of vertebrate organ systems. interested in athletic training, exercise Three hours of lecture and three hours of science, physical therapy, occupational laboratory per week. therapy, human movement or physician Prerequisites: C or better in BI 111/112/113/114 assistant programs. Three hours of lecture. and BI 201/203 Prerequisites: BI 206/208; Corequisite: BI 209 BI 230 Microbiology 4 CR BI 208 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Microbial diversity and the evolution, Laboratory physiology, genetics and ecology of 1 CR microbes are addressed. Specific topics Laboratory involves investigation of the include: epidemiology and infectious disease tissues, skeletal, muscular and nervous and the use of microorganisms in industry systems. Three hours of laboratory. and research. Laboratory work focuses on Corequisite: BI 206 modern molecular methods of experimental microbiology and bacterial identification, including a semester-long research project. BI 209 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Three hours of lecture and three hours of Laboratory laboratory per week. 1 CR Prerequisites: BI 111/113, BI 112/114 and CH Laboratory involves the investigation 151/153 of endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and BI 235 Principles of Biotechnology reproductive systems. Three hours of laboratory. 4 CR Corequisite: BI 207 This course focuses on the fundamental biotechnology techniques (e.g., nucleic acid analysis and genomics, bioinformatics, cell BI 210/211 Plant Biology culture and proteomics) used in modern 4 CR industrial research laboratories through the Three diverse topics in plant biology are application of a semester-long project. introduced: plant evolution and diversity, Prerequisite: C or better in BI 201/203 and plant ecology and the linked topics of MA131, 132 or 133; Prerequisite or Corequisite: ethnobotany and economic botany. CH 221/223 Laboratory work concentrates on field methodology, plant identification and digital

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BI 240/241 Invertebrate Biology BI 265 Conservation Biology 4 CR 4 CR BI 240 examines the evolution and ecology The focus of this course is on the science of invertebrates including: phylogenetic of conservation biology in the context relationships, life history, physiology and of environmental policy, socioeconomic morphological adaptations. Laboratory demands and environmental ethics. component includes dissections and field Prerequisite: BI 202/204 trips to Long Island Sound. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per BI 299 Special Topics in Biology week. 3–4 CR Prerequisites: C or better in BI 202/204 Special Topics are new or occasional courses that may or may not become BI 245/246 Vertebrate Biology part of the department’s permanent 4 CR offerings. Prerequisites are established BI 245 examines the evolution and ecology by the department as appropriate for the of the vertebrates including taxonomy specific course. Course title is shown on and life history as well as the anatomy and the student’s transcript. Consult the current physiology of extant and extinct vertebrates. course schedule for available topics and Three hours of lecture and three hours of prerequisites. laboratory per week. Prerequisites: C or better in BI 112/114 BI 305 Behavioral Neurobiology 3 CR BI 255 Animal Behavior This course explores the neural basis of 4 CR behaviors that animals perform in natural An introduction to how animals of all settings. The mechanisms studied underlie different types use behaviors as strategies specialized behaviors such as the detection for interacting with the environment. of prey, attraction of mates orientation Behaviors studied include communication, and other adaptive behaviors. The animal habitat selection, migration, mate choice, model systems described demonstrate how breeding and parental care. Development neural substrates of behavior can be highly and physiological control of behaviors are specialized to solve problems encountered in also examined. Three hours of lecture and an animal’s particular environmental niche. one laboratory/field session per week. These model systems also provide insights into the organization of similar sensory and Prerequisites: BI 112/114, MA 131 motor systems in humans. Three hours of lecture. BI 260 Marine Biology Prerequisites: BI 112/114, BI205 or permission 4 CR of the instructor BI 260 examines the structure and function of marine habitats at the organismal, population, BI 311/313 Cell Biology community and ecosystem levels. Laboratory 4 CR includes field investigation of different types of estuarine and coastal habitats and design Covers advanced topics in eukaryotic cell of basic and applied marine ecological biology with emphasis on cell identity, investigations. Three hours of lecture and one protein transport and cellular physiology. laboratory/field session per week. Laboratory work includes cell culture, immuno-cytochemistry and other biological Prerequisites: C or better in BI 202/204, analyses. Three hours lecture and three hours MA131.

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of lab per week. topics and related illnesses. Prerequisites: BI 201/203, CH 152/154 Prerequisites: BI 112/114, CH 152/154

BI 312/314 Systems Physiology BI 355 Molecular Biology 4 CR 4 CR BI 312 focuses on investigation of the Provides foundations of molecular biology physiology of vertebrate systems. Topics and recombinant DNA technology, analysis include cardiovascular, respiratory, neural, of relevant primary journal articles, hands- muscular, digestive, endocrine, reproductive on training in recombinant DNA techniques and excretory physiology. Laboratory and exposure to the use of computers instruction includes practical investigation in DNA sequence analysis and scientific and research projects into the physiology of communication. vertebrates. Prerequisites: BI 201/203, CH 152/154 Prerequisites: BI 201/203, CH 152/154 BI 360 Internship BI 325 Immunology 3–6 CR 3 CR Internships in Biology focus on gaining BI 325 examines the mammalian immune applied experience through study of a response including characteristics of biological topic or an interdisciplinary project antigens, antibodies and antigen-antibody that provides majors with an opportunity to interactions. Three hours of lecture per week. gain real-world experience not specifically Prerequisite: BI 201/203 available in Sacred Heart University’s Biology curriculum. Students complete an BI 335 Topics in Genetics internship portfolio under the direction of an appropriate professional in consultation with 3 CR a biology faculty advisor. This seminar course will both expand and deepen students’ knowledge of genetics BI 390 Supervised Research while exploring hot topics such as gene therapy, DNA as a digital information storage 3 CR molecule, complex genetic disorders, DNA Individual research projects in the basic areas circuits, synthetic genomes, genome wide of Biology under the supervision of faculty. association studies, metabolomics, DNA bar- Prerequisites: A 3.0 GPA and permission of coding, genome-based medicine, DNA-based the supervising faculty member. treatments, RNAi, epigenetics, conservation genetics and controversial genethics topics BI 398 Senior Seminar Preparation such as gene doping, etc. 1 CR Prerequisites: C or better in BI 201/203, 3.2 cumulative GPA. This course is designed for students to begin working on their Senior Thesis. BI 345 Neurobiology Prerequisites: BI 201/203 and BI 202/204 4 CR BI 399 Senior Seminar Covers cell biology of neurons, electrical and biochemical signaling, motor control, 2 CR sensation and perception, learning and Senior Seminar is the capstone course for memory and brain anatomy. Laboratory the Biology major. The course focuses on instruction includes practical investigations review of current research and literature and survey research projects into the above on specialized fields of current interest in

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biological science. An independent project resulting in a research paper on a current question of scientific, public policy or ethical focus and a final oral presentation on a selected topic is required. Prerequisites: Senior status and permission of advisor.

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CATHOLIC STUDIES Minor in Catholic Studies The minor in Catholic Studies requires the JUNE-ANN GREELEY, PH.D. completion of 18 credits. Program Director REQUIRED FOUNDATION COURSE Catholic Studies refers to academic programs TRS 220 introduction to Catholic that allow students to explore the Catholic Theology (should be taken Intellectual Tradition as it is manifested in any within first two years of study) and every academic field. Catholic Studies programs are broadly interdisciplinary and so distinguished from programs of study REQUIRED ELECTIVES that are exclusively theological or religious, although the foundation of the Catholic Any two from the following core courses: Studies minor is naturally based in the • at least one course in Ancient or Medieval teaching and history of Catholicism. Catholic Philosophy (review with Program Studies embraces the human quest for Director) knowledge, with a particular focus on the • at least one of the following in Theology/ role of Catholic thinkers, Catholic ideas and Religious Studies: TRS 240, TRS 327, TRS values and Catholic institutions in that quest. 332. The insight here is that the exploration of the particular gives a deeper appreciation of the Remaining three elective courses must be universal. Thus, the word “Catholic” in the selected from at least two distinct disciplines phrase “Catholic Studies” has two meanings. in consultation with the director of the On the one hand, it conveys a scholarly focus program, but overall the minor course of on the Roman and Eastern Catholic heritage study should include no more than three in its theological, philosophical, historical, courses in any one discipline. literary, artistic and scientific expressions. On the other hand, it suggests an intellectual All students taking a minor in Catholic quest that is truly catholic—“universal” in the Studies must complete as a final course sense of considering how a tradition of ideas, either an Independent Study capstone course beliefs and values has exerted influence and capstone paper or prepare a capstone “throughout the whole” of Western culture paper based on the final course taken for the and, indeed, of global society. Catholic Studies minor. The candidate for the minor in Catholic Studies has full discretion The goal of the minor and certificates is in the selection of department for the to provide students an interdisciplinary Independent Study or the final course that exposure to the ideas that constitute the will generate the capstone paper; however, Catholic intellectual traditions. The courses the director of the minor must be able to that are applicable to the Catholic Studies participate in the criteria for the capstone Minor or certificate change every semester; paper in the latter circumstance. The they are listed in the schedule of courses purpose of the capstone course and paper issued by the Registrar’s Office. Students is to afford the candidate an opportunity to should consult with the Director of the integrate his/her Catholic Studies academic program to plan their course of study. history of the Catholic intellectual tradition in Catholic Studies courses into a systematic and meaningful curriculum of readings and scholarship.

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CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS The Biochemistry concentration is strongly recommended as preparation for a career The Chemistry program is committed to in biochemistry, clinical chemistry or academic excellence and seeks to prepare pharmaceutical chemistry. The program students for industry, graduate school or is also suitable for graduate study in professional school. This is achieved through biochemistry and pharmacology. a broad-based education that includes exposure to the major areas of Chemistry Students completing their undergraduate (analytical, biochemistry, environmental, degree in chemistry at SHU have the inorganic organic and physical) in both the opportunity to obtain a BS/MS combined classroom setting and in the laboratory. The degree in chemistry. This is a five-year required undergraduate research component undergraduate/graduate accelerated track. of the degree provides an opportunity for Students who complete this track receive the investigation of an original project. both BS and MS degrees. Students must apply to Graduate School at Sacred Heart The strengths of the department include University by the end of the 1st semester of small class sizes; extensive interaction their Junior year. with faculty; an award-winning student affiliate American Chemical Society chapter; The Department of Chemistry also provides instruction that uses the latest innovations introductory physics courses for students in technology, teaching pedagogy and lab in science majors. Pre-Physical Therapy, equipment; opportunities for community Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Veterinary and service; and the possibility for internship pre-professional programs in health-related and co-op positions. The department careers. Courses of general interest to meet also provides strong support for students core science requirements for the non- majoring in other sciences as well as for non- science major are also offered. science majors.

The Chemistry program offers a balanced curriculum that prepares students for Chemistry Faculty graduate study in the various areas of chemistry and for employment in the EID A. ALKHATIB, PH.D. chemical industries. Also, the Chemistry Associate Professor, Chair major, coupled with selected supporting courses, provides excellent preparation for BENJAMIN J. ALPER, PH.D. the study of medicine, dentistry and other Assistant Professor health-related professions. To accomplish these objectives, the Chemistry program JOSEPH AUDIE, PH.D. offers two degrees: the Bachelor of Science Associate Professor and the Bachelor of Arts. The student majoring in Chemistry with a BS degree LINDA FARBER, PH.D. can choose a Traditional or Biochemistry Assistant Professor concentration.

The Traditional concentration provides a JOHN FLEMING, PH.D. curriculum with strong supportive courses Lecturer in mathematics and physics. This program is recommended for graduate study in JEFFREY GLANS, PH.D. chemistry or as preparation for an industrial Lecturer position. DHIA A. HABBOUSH, PH.D. Professor

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PENNY A. SNETSINGER, PH.D. Computer Facilities Associate Professor Chemistry server providing licensed software for the use of students.

Physics Faculty Major In Chemistry MARLINA SLAMET, PH.D. Associate Professor REQUIREMENTS FOR THE B.S. DEGREE The B.S. degree requires the completion of 38 major credits, plus 20 credits in the Chemistry Laboratories related fields of mathematics and physics for There are eight chemistry laboratories the Traditional concentration; and 20 credits serving the needs of analytical chemistry, in the related fields of biology, mathematics biochemistry, environmental chemistry, and physics for the Biochemistry inorganic chemistry organic chemistry concentrations. and physical chemistry. These laboratories contain the following major equipment: Required Courses for All Concentrations CH 151 General Chemistry I SPECTROSCOPY CH 152 General Chemistry II NMR 400 MHz; Flame and Graphite CH 153 General Chemistry Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometer + Laboratory I Autosampler; Raman Spectrometer; fourFT- CH 154 General Chemistry IR Spectrometers including ATR, Ultraviolet/ Laboratory II Visible Spectrophotometers; Near Infrared Spectrometers; Spectrofluorometer; ICP CH 221 Organic Chemistry I (Inductively Coupled Plasma) CH 222 Organic Chemistry II CH 223 Organic Chemistry CHROMATOGRAPHY Laboratory I Programmable Gas Chromatographs; HPLC CH 224 Organic Chemistry system + Autosampler. Laboratory II CH 252 Analytical Chemistry ELECTROCHEMISTRY CH 254 Analytical Chemistry Polarographic Analyzer, Polarographic Laboratory Analyzer/ Stripping Voltmeter, SMDE Electrode, RDE Electrode and CH 331 Physical Chemistry I Electrogravimetric Analyzer. CH 333 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I GC-MS CH 351 instrumental Analysis GC, MSD, Flame Ionization Detector with CH 353 instrumental Analysis EPC, Purge-and-Trap Liquid Sample Laboratory Concentrator, Library of Spectra and and Chemical Structure Database. CH 393 Undergraduate Project or OTHER EQUIPMENT CH 395 Undergraduate Research Automatic Polarimeter; Magnetic CH 395 Undergraduate Research Susceptibility Balance; Flame Photometer.

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Required Supporting Courses for All In addition to the above courses, two to Concentrations three chemistry electives and one to three MA 140 Precalculus (waived on computer science courses are strongly examination) recommended. For pre-health professions students, BI 111 and BI 112 and two Biology MA 151 Calculus I courses at the 200 level or higher are MA 152 Calculus II recommended. PY 151/153 Principles of Physics I/Physics Laboratory I REQUIREMENTS FOR THE B.A. DEGREE IN or CHEMISTRY PY 111/113 General Physics I/General Physics Laboratory I The B.A. degree requires the completion of 32 major credits plus 16 credits in the related PY 152/154 Principles of Physics II/Physics fields of mathematics and physics. Laboratory II or CH 151 General Chemistry I PY 112/114 General Physics II/General CH 152 General Chemistry II Physics Laboratory II CH 153 General Chemistry Laboratory I Additional Required Courses for Traditional Concentration CH 154 General Chemistry Laboratory II CH 332 Physical Chemistry II CH 221 Organic Chemistry I CH 334 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II CH 222 Organic Chemistry II CH 355 Advanced Inorganic CH 223 Organic Chemistry Chemistry Laboratory I CH 224 Organic Chemistry Additional Required Supporting Course for Laboratory II Traditional Concentration CH 252 Analytical Chemistry MA 253 Calculus III CH 254 Analytical Chemistry A minimum of 10–12 credits of chemistry Laboratory electives should be taken to enhance career CH 331 Physical Chemistry I and graduate study opportunities. Electives CH 333 Physical Chemistry should be selected in consultation with the Laboratory I student’s faculty advisor. CH 351 instrumental Analysis Additional Required Courses for CH 353 instrumental Analysis Biochemistry Concentration Laboratory CH 341 Biochemistry I CH Elec. Chemistry elective (with CH 342 Biochemistry II department approval) CH 343 Biochemistry Laboratory I Required Supporting Courses CH 344 Biochemistry Laboratory II MA 151 Calculus I MA 152 Calculus II Additional Required Supporting Course for Biochemistry Concentration PY 151/153 Principles of Physics I/Physics BI 111 Concepts in Biology I Laboratory I or PY 111/113 General Physics I/General Physics Laboratory I

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PY 152/154 Principles of Physics II/Physics CH 254 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory II Laboratory or MA 151 Calculus I PY 112/114 General Physics II/General Physics Laboratory II PY 111 General Physics I PY 112 General Physics II PY 113 Physics Laboratory I Minor In Chemistry PY 114 Physics Laboratory II or The minor in Chemistry requires the PY 151 Principles of Physics I completion of the following 20 credits: PY 152 Principles of Physics II CH 151 General Chemistry I PY 153 Physics Laboratory I CH 152 General Chemistry II PY 154 Physics Laboratory II CH 153 General Chemistry Laboratory I CH 154 General Chemistry Chemistry Course Descriptions Laboratory II CH 221 Organic Chemistry I † Elective Core Course CH 222 Organic Chemistry II CHCC 103 The Human Community and CH 223 Organic Chemistry Scientific Discovery Laboratory I 3 CR CH 224 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II This is the third of four courses in Sacred Heart University’s Common Core Curriculum, CH Elec. 4 credits of Chemistry The Human Journey. This course will examine electives from 200- or the core’s four fundamental questions 300-level courses of human meaning and value. From the perspective of Chemistry, students will learn about science and the natural world and Associate in Arts General Studies science’s engagement with the Catholic intellectual tradition. EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (33 CREDITS) CH 151 General Chemistry I †CH 020 Drugs and Their Implications to Society CH 152 General Chemistry II 3 CR CH 153 General Chemistry Laboratory I Different classes of drugs, both legitimate and illicit and their metabolism in the human CH 154 General Chemistry body are studied. Basic organic chemistry is Laboratory II introduced. Designed for non-science majors. CH 221 Organic Chemistry I CH 222 Organic Chemistry II †CH 030 The Chemistry of Nutrition CH 223 Organic Chemistry 3 CR Laboratory I Designed for non-science majors, this course CH 224 Organic Chemistry explores the fundamentals of nutrition, Laboratory II elaborating on the essential chemistry CH 252 Analytical Chemistry needed for a basic understanding of the subject matter. The course examines how

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carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, minerals, periodic relations, chemical reactions and vitamins and antioxidants are chemically stoichiometry, states of matter and solutions. related to nutrition. The course focuses Three 50-minute lectures and one 50-minute also on nutrition throughout the various discussion per week. life stages and how this relates to one’s Prerequisite: High school chemistry environment. †CH 152 General Chemistry II †CH 040 Chemistry, Society and the 3 CR Environment 3 CR Explores chemical thermodynamics; chemical kinetics; chemical, ionic and acid- Explores the workings of chemistry as an base equilibria; electrochemistry; chemistry experimental science in the context of the of the representative elements and transition need for science literacy and of the things elements; and nuclear reactions. Three affecting the everyday world and the 50-minute lectures and one 50-minute environment. Two 75-minute lectures per discussion per week. week. Prerequisite: CH 151 with grade of D or better.

CH 117 General Organic and Biochemistry, An Overview CH 153 General Chemistry Laboratory I 3 CR 1 CR Designated for Nursing students, this course Illustrates basic concepts presented in CH previews the principles of general chemistry, 151. Experiments include qualitative analysis followed by a survey of organic chemistry. An of cations and anions, chromatography, overview of biochemistry and biomolecules synthesis and FT-IR. One three-hour and a study of metabolism and its regulation laboratory per week. are presented. Two 75-minute class periods. Corequisite: CH 151 Prerequisite: High school precollege chemistry CH 154 General Chemistry Laboratory II 1 CR CH 119 General Organic and Biochemistry Illustrates basic concepts presented in Lab CH 152. Experiments include quantitative 1 CR analysis, equilibria, thermochemistry, Designated for Nursing students, this course spectrophotometry and GC-MS. One, three- consists of 11 to 12 lab periods. Three to four hour laboratory per week. dry labs are embedded within the course Prerequisite: CH 153; Corequisite: CH 152 as a guided inquiry-based approach to the curriculum and computer problem solving CH 221 Organic Chemistry I and molecular modeling using HyperChem. 3 CR Experiments as well as dry labs are related to the subject matter covered in CH 117. A three- Covers hydrocarbons; stereochemistry; hour lab period. arenes; alkyl halides; nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions; and IR, NMR, MS Corequisite: CH 117 and UV spectroscopy in relation to structure determination. Two 75-minute lectures and †CH 151 General Chemistry I one 50-minute discussion per week. 3 CR Prerequisite: CH 152 Explores modern theories of atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding and

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CH 222 Organic Chemistry II gravimetric and instrumental methods. 3 CR Experiments correlate with lecture material in CH 252 to help students understand the Covers aromaticity; electrophilic and chemistry involved and develop proper nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions; analytical procedures and techniques. One ethers, epoxides, carboxylic acids and six-hour laboratory per week. their functional derivatives; aldehydes; ketones; amines; phenols; carbanion Prerequisite: CH 154; Corequisite: CH 252 reactions; and alpha-beta unsaturated compounds. Emphasizes organic reaction CH 331 Physical Chemistry I mechanisms organic synthesis and structure 3 CR determination. Two 75-minute lectures and Explores thermodynamics, statistical one 50-minute discussion per week. thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, Prerequisite: CH 221 changes of state, solutions and kinetics. Two 75-minute lectures per week. CH 223 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Prerequisites: CH 152, CH 154, MA 151 and PY 1 CR 152 Covers basic techniques in organic chemistry: extraction, distillation, recrystallization; thin CH 332 Physical Chemistry II layer chromatography; gas chromatography 3 CR and IR spectroscopy. Emphasizes techniques Explores advanced kinetics and quantum in organic synthesis. One three-hour mechanics. Two 75-minute lectures per week. laboratory per week. Corequisite: CH 221 Prerequisite: CH 331; co-or prerequisite: MA 253 or permission of instructor CH 224 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II 1 CR CH 333 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I Covers simple and multistep organic 1 CR syntheses using a wide variety of organic reagents and some important functional Explores various techniques used to apply group analyses. Employs spectroscopy and the fundamental concepts of physical GC-MS for structure determination. One chemistry to real chemical systems. One three-hour laboratory per week. three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CH 223; Corequisite: CH 222 Corequisite: CH 331

CH 252 Analytical Chemistry CH 334 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II 3 CR 1 CR Explores data analysis and classical methods Explores more advanced techniques of of quantitative analysis. Focuses on the physical chemistry and applies theoretical basics of analytical chemistry and the concepts learned in CH 332 to real chemical development and application of equilibrium systems. One three-hour laboratory per models to all branches of classical analysis. week. Two 75-minute lectures per week. Prerequisite: CH 333; Corequisite: CH 332 Prerequisite: CH 220 or CH 221 CH 341 Biochemistry I CH 254 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory 3 CR 2 CR Covers chemical and physiological properties Provides laboratory experience in volumetric, of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids,

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proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids. Explores analytical instrumentation, including metabolic pathways and enzymology. Two UV/visible infrared, atomic absorption 75-minute lectures per week. spectrophotometry, potentiometric Prerequisite: CH 222 and ion selective electrode methods, electrodeposition, gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. One three-hour CH 342 Biochemistry II laboratory per week. 3 CR Corequisite: CH 351 Continues the study of metabolic pathways. Two 75-minute lectures per week. CH 355 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Prerequisite: CH 341 4 CR Explores physical and chemical properties of CH 343 Biochemistry Laboratory I the elements and their compounds, periodic 1 CR relations, theories of atomic and molecular Investigates chemical and physical properties structures and molecular symmetry with of biologically important compounds using emphasis on coordination chemistry. Two chromatography, electrophoresis, enzyme 100-minute lectures per week. assays and various techniques for isolation Prerequisite: CH 331 and identification of biochemicals and enzymes. One three-hour laboratory per CH 361 Environmental Chemistry week. 3 CR Corequisite: CH 341 Explores chemical aspects of the human environment and sources, reactions, CH 344 Biochemistry Laboratory II transport, effects and fates of chemical 1 CR species in water, soil and living environments Examines isolation and purification of and effects of technology thereon. Two lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic 75-minute lectures per week. acids from biological materials employing Prerequisite: CH 222 electrophoresis, chromatography, spectrophotometry and fluorometry. One CH 365 Environmental Sampling and three-hour laboratory per week. Analysis Corequisite: CH 342 3 CR Laboratory and field work including CH 351 Instrumental Analysis sampling of surface and groundwater using 3 CR EPA- approved methods for analyzing Explores theory and practice of instrumental water, wastewater, soil and sediments. methods of analysis; spectrophotometric, Also covers QA/QC plans and statistics in electroanalytical and chromatographic chemical analysis and sampling protocols. methods of separation and quantification. One 100-minute lecture and one three-hour Two 75-minute lectures per week. laboratory per week. Prerequisites: CH 252 and CH 331 or Prerequisite: CH 361 permission of instructor CH 393 Undergraduate Project CH 353 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory 3 CR 1 CR A special project may be carried out under the Provides hands-on experience with modern advisement of a Chemistry faculty member.

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Prerequisite: Permission of project advisor †PY 045 Physical Geology 3 CR CH 395 Undergraduate Research Students are introduced to the forces and 3 CR phenomena that have created earth. The Research may be carried out under State of Connecticut will be utilized as the supervision of a Chemistry faculty member. laboratory illustrating the theories presented in the classroom. Participants will be involved Prerequisite: Permission of research advisor in process thinking, problem solving and the application of knowledge in a field laboratory CH 399 Special Topics in Chemistry setting. Observation, data collection and 2–3 CR hypothesizing are utilized in individual and Designates new or occasional courses group investigations. that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Consult †PY 055 Science and the Bible the current course schedule for available 3 CR topics. This course investigates selected events noted in the Bible: Creation, Eve, Moses’ Ten Plagues, Noah’s Flood, Sodom and Gomorrah Physics Course Descriptions and the Star of Bethlehem.

† Elective Core Course †PY 090 Basic Astronomy 3 CR PYCC103 The Human Community and Explores the universe briefly. Emphasis Scientific Discovery is on the solar system and recent space 3 CR explorations. Observations of the sky and/or This is the third of four courses in Sacred visit(s) to planetariums. Heart University’s Common Core Curriculum, The Human Journey. As part of The Human †PY 100 Elements of Physics Journey curriculum, this course will address 4 CR the four fundamental questions of human meaning and value from the perspective Covers the basic laws of mechanics, of the academic disciplines of Physics properties of matter, electricity, magnetism and Theology. PYCC103 will examine and modern physics with an introduction to the relationships between our human quantitative laboratory. Designed for health- explorations of the universe through science, related professions. in general and physics, in particular. We Prerequisite: MA 106 or higher will examine Physics as a fundamental and practical human endeavor which helps us †PY 105 First Half of General Physics I understand and appreciate the natural world as part of God’s provision and revelation for 3 CR us. As with all of the courses that make up Noncalculus-based course covering the first the Common Core, the four fundamental half of the material in the standard General questions will serve as the threads that will Physics I (PY 111): units, vectors, 1D and 2D serve as the framework for the fabric of the motion, concepts of force, torque and static course. equilibrium, work and energy. Intended for students who do not have a strong background in problem solving and math skills or have never taken physics courses before. Should not be taken with General

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Physics I Lab (PY 113). energy, momentum, rotational motion) and Prerequisite: MA 140 or equivalent Archimedes’ principle. Corequisite: PY 106 or PY 111; PY 113 can also †PY 106 Second Half of General Physics I be taken after completion of PY 106 or PY 111 3 CR PY 114 Physics Laboratory II Continuation of PY 105. Noncalculus-based course covering the second half of the 1 CR material in the standard General Physics Fundamental training in physical I (PY 111): momentum, rotational motion, measurements in specific heat, wave motion, gravitation, fluid mechanics, temperature and sound, electricity, light and optical devices. thermal expansion. Intended for students Corequisite: PY 112; PY 114 can also be taken who do not have a strong background in after completion of PY 112 problem solving and math skills. Students who have completed this course may register †PY 151 Principles of Physics I for General Physics II (PY 112). 3 CR Prerequisite: PY 105 Calculus-based course, covering basic principles of mechanics (units, vectors, 1D †PY 111 General Physics I and 2D motion, concepts of force, torque, 3 CR static equilibrium, energy, work, momentum, Noncalculus-based course covering the basic rotational motion and gravitation) and fluid principles of mechanics (units, vectors, 1D mechanics. and 2D motion, concepts of force, torque, Prerequisite: MA 152 or equivalent static equilibrium, energy, work, momentum, rotational motion and gravitation), fluid †PY 152 Principles of Physics II mechanics , temperature and thermal expansion. Students who do not have a 3 CR strong background in problem solving Calculus-based course, covering basic and math skills have an option to take the principles of thermodynamics, wave motion, 2semester sequence (PY 105 and PY 106), sound, electricity, magnetism, light and instead of PY 111. geometrical optics. Prerequisite: MA 140 or equivalent Prerequisite: PY 151

†PY 112 General Physics II PY 153 Physics Laboratory I 3 CR 1 CR Noncalculus-based course covering basic Same as PY 113. principles of thermodynamics, wave motion, Corequisite: PY 151; PY 153 can also be taken sound, electricity, magnetism, light and after completion of PY 151 geometrical optics.

Prerequisite: PY 106 or PY 111 PY 154 Physics Laboratory II 1 CR PY 113 Physics Laboratory I Same as PY 114. 1 CR Corequisite: PY 152; PY 154 can also be taken Fundamental training in physical after completion of PY 152 measurements in mechanics (base physical quantities, vectors, acceleration of gravity, concepts of force, torque, static equilibrium,

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COMMUNICATION AND Faculty MEDIA STUDIES JOSEPH ALICASTRO, B.S. The Department of Communication Clinical Instructor and Media Studies (CMS) combines the social and cultural analysis of media LORI BINDIG, PH.D. and communication technologies with Assistant Professor media production, including digital video, broadcast and print journalism, television, JAMES CASTONGUAY, PH.D. radio, photography, advertising, public Professor relations and digital multimedia. The CMS curriculum is interdisciplinary by nature and international in scope, blending theory and DEBBIE DANOWSKI, PH.D. Associate Professor, Chair practice, the historical and the contemporary and the mainstream with the alternative. RICHARD FALCO, B.A. The department offers three undergraduate Clinical Instructor majors, Communication Studies (CS), Digital Communication (DC) and Media GREGORY GOLDA, M.ED. Arts (MA), with the CS major divided into Clinical Instructor two concentrations: Advertising Media/ Public Relations and Sports Media and the SIDNEY GOTTLIEB, PH.D. MA major divided into two concentrations: Professor Film, Television and Media and Journalism. All three majors explore everything from JUSTIN LIBERMAN, M.F.A. broadcasting, filmmaking and journalism Clinical Instructor to advertising, public relations, web design and digital and multimedia production. ANDREW MILLER, PH.D. The department gives all of its students Associate Professor immediate access to the latest technology and software in order to prepare them for DAMON MAULUCCI, M.F.A. the career path they choose within the media Visiting Assistant Professor or communication industries or in another field. PAUL PABST, B.A. Our overall goal is to produce responsible Instructor media scholars, consumers and communication professionals who 1) analyze SARA ROSS, PH.D. the social effect, moral substance and Associate Professor aesthetic value of the media and 2) learn the social and creative skills involved in the BRIAN THORNE, B.S. conception, shaping and execution of their Instructor own media/communication projects and career paths.

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Media Studies Facilities choose either the Advertising Media/Public Relations concentration of the Sports Media The CMS facilities include a studio for concentration as follows: beginning and advanced HD television production courses and the state-of-the- art Hubert J. Schlafley, Jr. Digital Media REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR IN Lab equipped with high-end multimedia COMMUNICATION STUDIES workstations running the most up-to-date CM 101 introduction to Media Culture programs including Apple’s Final Cut Studio CM 102 introduction to Media and Adobe’s Creative Suite software. Our Production large inventory of production equipment CM 230 Digital Publications ensures that as soon as students declare their major they have consistent access CM 258 Social Media and Viral to the latest tools and software for their Campaigns projects and gain the skills and knowledge CM 301 Senior Seminar in necessary for successful careers in the media Communication and communication industries CM 397 Senior Project I CM 398 Senior Project II

Major in Communication Studies REQUIRED COURSES FOR ADVERTISING The Communication Studies major (CS), MEDIA/PUBLIC RELATIONS with concentrations in Advertising Media/ CONCENTRATION Public Relations and Sports Media, is a CM 126 History of Advertising & Public distinct major that moves SHU students Relations through a unique educational pathway. With CM 227 Advertising & Public Relations; its emphasis on media production and the Practical Applications cultural and the critical interrogation of the media, the CS major produces graduates CM 211 News Writing and Reporting I who are ethically aware content creators or across multiple media platforms. CS majors CM 256 Magazines & Body Image are socially responsible 21st century digital or citizens who explore the intersection of CM 257 Women & Advertising media and culture and specifically the role of sports, advertising and public relations REQUIRED COURSES FOR SPORTS MEDIA in society. As part of this major, students CONCENTRATION produce in-depth presentations, campaigns CM 252 Sport, Culture and the Media and written work in addition to finishing with CM 272 Sports Broadcasting I a capstone project that showcases both their production skills and their critical thinking CM 211 News Writing and Reporting I ability. or CM 271 TV News Magazine Production Communication Studies majors acquire the or knowledge and technical skill to pursue CM 300 Multimedia Sports Journalism careers in public relations, advertising and sports media and develop a theoretical, In addition, six CMS electives are required of aesthetic and historical understanding of the all Communication Studies Majors. Three of professional communication field. these must be in media production courses and three must be in media history or theory. The major in Communication Studies consists of 48 credit hours, including 10 required courses and 18 elective credits. Students may

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PRODUCTION (CHOOSE THREE) CM 253 Digital Culture CM 221 - 321 Digital Film & Video CM 254 Media and Democracy Production I, II CM 255 History of Documentary Still CM 222 - 322 Television Studio Photography Production I, II CM 256 Magazines & Body Image CM 223 Digital Photography I CM 257 Women & Advertising CM 224 Democratic Technologies CM 299 Special Topics in CM 225 Multimedia Field Production Communication & Media CM 226 - 326 Magazine Publication Studies Production I, II CM 351 Women in Film & Television CM 227 Advertising & Public Relations; CM 352 Documentary Film/Television Practical Applications CM 353 National Cinemas CM 228 Radio Production- CM 354 Film & Television Genres Journalism/Podcasting CM 355 Film & Television Directors CM 229 Photojournalism CM 241 Comics & Animation CM 271 TV News Magazine Production Minor in Advertising Media/ CM 272 - 372 Sports Broadcasting I, II Public Relations CM 273 Television & New Media CM 101 intro to Media Culture Journalism CM 102 intro to Media Production CM 275 DVD Authoring CM 126 History of Advertising & PR CM 276 Digital Editing CM 227 Advertising & PR, Practical CM 277 Screenwriting Applications CM 278 Multimedia Outreach One of the following: CM 300 Special Topics in Multimedia Production CM 230 Digital Publications CM 311 News Writing and Reporting II CM 257 Women and Advertising CM 323 Digital Photography CM 258 Social Media and Viral Campaigns CM 325 Visual Effects & Motion Graphics One CMS Elective CM 396 internship

HISTORY AND THEORY (CHOOSE THREE) Minor in Sports Media CM 121 History of Film I CM 101 intro to Media Culture CM 122 History of Film II CM 102 intro to Media Production CM 123 History of Film III CM 252 Sport, Culture, and Media CM 124 History of Broadcasting CM 272 Sports Broadcasting I CM 125 History of Journalism CM 126 History of Advertising & Public One of the following: Relations CM 230 Digital Publications CM 212 Media Literacy CM 258 Social Media and Viral CM 251 Studies in Self Help Books Campaigns

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CM 274 Sports Journalism ELECTIVE COURSES

One CMS Elective Students are required to take an additional six credits of required course work and most students select these courses from the departments of Art and Design, Computer Major in Digital Communication Science and/or Communication and Media Digital Communication (DC) is an Studies. DC Majors may venture into other interdisciplinary major housed in the departments for these required electives, Department of Communication and Media but in all cases courses must be approved Studies and supported by courses offered in writing by the program director. Possible through Computer Science and Information course selections include: Technology, Art and Design and CMS. The AR 114 Digital Design Basics program is directed towards students who wish to become leaders in creating the AR 211 Graphic Design I communication environment of the future CM 124 History of Broadcasting and to those interested in the broader CM 126 History of Advertising & Public implications of understanding the theory Relations as well as the practice of communication and technology. This is a program for those CM 221-321 Digital Film & Video who understand that communication and Production I, II technology are the unifying forces in the CM 225 Multimedia Field Production world, that cyberspace represents the CM 227 Advertising and Public marriage of humanism and technology and Relations; Practical that liberal arts and technology constantly Applications are not mutually exclusive terms. CM 251 Studies in Self Help Books The major in Digital Communication consists CM 256 Magazines & Body Image of 42 credit hours, including 12 required CM 299 Special Topics in courses and 6 elective credits. In addition, Communication & Media CS100 must be taken as part of the elective Studies core. For DC majors CM 101 is a prerequisite CM 300 Special Topics in Multimedia for all other courses in the major. Production

REQUIRED COURSES PH 256 Philosophy of Technology CS 101 Web Design and Visual Tools SO 257 Science, Technology and Society CS 104 Digital Animation and Gaming CS 232 Human-Computer Interaction CS 319 Computer Ethics Minor in Digital Communication CM 101 introduction to Media Culture CM 101 intro to Media Culture CM 102 introduction to Media CM 102 intro to Media Production Production CS 101 Web Design and Visual Tools CM 215 Technical Communications CS 104 Digital Animation and Gaming CM 224 Democratic Technologies CS 232 Human Computer Interaction CM 253 Digital Culture CM 254 Media and Democracy One of the following: CM 397 Senior Project I CM 253 Digital Culture

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CM 254 Media and Democracy REQUIRED COURSES FOR JOURNALISM CM 258 Social Media and Viral CONCENTRATION Campaigns CM 124 History of Broadcasting or CM125 History of Journalism or Major in Media Arts CM 126 History of Advertising & Public Students majoring in in Media Arts have the Relations choice of two concentrations: Film, Television CM 211 News Writing and Reporting and Media (FTM) or Journalism. Media Arts majors concentrating in FTM are required CM 226 Magazine Production I to take courses relevant to their area of or study with a particular emphasis on the CM 229 Photojournalism moving image, while those concentrating or in Journalism will take courses focusing on CM 271 TV News Magazine Production written and multimedia journalism. These In addition, eight CMS electives are required academic paths, however, are meant to of all Media Arts majors. Three of these must be enriching rather than confining. The be in media production courses and three Department of Communication and Media must be in media history or theory. The two Studies understands that our field engages additional electives may be in history and with a constantly changing media landscape theory or production. and we are committed to giving our students ample room within the major to choose their own path. PRODUCTION (CHOOSE THREE) CM 221 - 321 Digital Film & Video The MA major requires the completion of 48 Production I, II credits as follows: CM 222 - 322 Television Studio Production I, II REQUIRED COURSES FOR ALL MAJORS CM 223 Digital Photography I CM 101 introduction to Media Culture CM 224 Democratic Technologies CM 102 introduction to Media CM 225 Multimedia Field Production Production CM 226 - 326 Magazine Production I, II CM 301 Senior Seminar in Communication CM 227 Advertising and Public Relations; Practical CM 397 Senior Project I Applications CM 398 Senior Project II CM 228 Radio Production -Journalism/ Podcasting REQUIRED COURSES FOR FILM, TELEVISION AND MEDIA CONCENTRATION CM 229 Photojournalism CM 121 History of Film I CM 241 Comics & Animation or CM 271 TV News Magazine Production CM 122 History of Film II CM 272 - 372 Sports Broadcasting I, II or CM 123 History of Film III CM 273 Television & New Media or Journalism CM 124 History of Broadcasting CM 275 DVD Authoring CM 201 Art of the Moving Image CM 276 Digital Editing CM 212 Media Literacy CM 277 Screenwriting

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CM 278 Multimedia Outreach Minor in Film, Television and Media CM 300 Special Topics in Multimedia CM 101 intro to Media Culture Production CM 102 intro to Media Production CM 311 News Writing and Reporting II CM 201 Art of the Moving Image CM 323 Digital Photography II CM 212 Media Literacy CM 325 Visual Effects & Motion Graphics One of the following: CM 396 internship CM 121 History of Film I CM 122 History of Film II HISTORY AND THEORY (CHOOSE THREE) CM 123 History of Film III CM 121 History of Film I CM 124 History of Broadcasting CM 122 History of Film II CM 123 History of Film III One CMS Elective CM 124 History of Broadcasting CM 125 History of Journalism Minor in Journalism CM 126 History of Advertising & Public Relations CM 101 intro to Media Culture CM 212 Media Literacy CM 102 intro to Media Production CM 251 Studies in Self Help Books CM 125 History of Journalism CM 253 Digital Culture CM 211 News Writing & Reporting I

CM 254 Media and Democracy One of the following: CM 255 History of Documentary Still CM 226 Magazine Production Photography CM 229 Photo Journalism CM 256 Magazines & Body Image CM 271 TV News Magazine CM 257 Women & Advertising Production I CM 299 Special Topics in Communication & Media One CMS Elective Studies CM 351 Women in Film & Television CM 352 Documentary Film/Television Associate in Arts General Studies CM 353 National Cinemas EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) CM 354 Film & Television Genres CM 101 introduction to Media Culture CM 355 Film & Television Directors CM 201 Art of the Moving Image Elec. Two additional courses or in History and Theory or CM 301 Senior Seminar in Production Communication A Media Studies advisor may prescribe and Elec. One Production course approve alternatives. Elec. Two Media Studies electives

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Course Descriptions CM 124 History of Broadcasting 3 CR †Elective Core Course Explores the history of radio and television broadcasting, including financing of research, †CM 101 Introduction to Media Culture technological developments, regulation, 3 CR structure of genres, the social context and values of programs, legal and political Introduction to media technology, examining implications of national and international the impact of radio, television, newspapers, broadcasting and the effect on cultural still photography, film and the computer on identity and national sovereignty. the human condition. Trains the student to be a perceptive consumer of contemporary mass media by exploring how each medium †CM 125 History of Journalism codifies reality. Readings, screenings and 3 CR written assignments required. Investigates the social history of American journalism from the penny press to the CM 102 Introduction to Media Production World Wide Web, including technological 3 CR developments in news gathering and delivery, regulation and consolidation of the Introduction to a wide ranging study of press, social and political implications of multimedia production. Students will learn coverage, effects of changes in literacy and audio and video production techniques and society, comparisons with other models and create media for on-line distribution. trends toward globalization.

†CM 121 History of Film I †CM 126 History of Advertising & Public 3 CR Relations Introduction to the historical development of 3 CR filmmaking from 1895 to 1945, highlighting Provides a critical overview of the history, the evolution of the film as a means of purpose and various methods related to expression. Films from the past are shown at advertising and public relations. Students each class meeting followed by a discussion analyze the semantic and syntactic of several aspects of the film. properties of ads and public relations campaigns from the consumer point of CM 122 History of Film II view with special emphasis on how they 3 CR communicate persuasively. Readings, History of the Motion Picture II covers from screenings and written assignments required. 1945 to 1975, including extensive screening of classic films. Readings, screenings and †CM 201 Art of the Moving Image written assignments required. May be taken 3 CR out of sequence. A study of the language of moving pictures. Unlike the linear sequence of speech and CM 123 History of Film III the written word, moving pictures create a 3 CR simultaneity of sensory perception. Through This course covers the history of motion an intensive study of experimental and pictures from 1975 to the present, including feature films, this course explores the nature extensive screening of classic and of the moving images and how they are contemporary films. Readings, screenings organized to create a whole. and written assignments required. May be Prerequisite: CM MS 101 taken out of sequence.

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CM 211 News Writing and Reporting I CM 223 - 323 Digital Photography I, II 3 CR 3 CR each An introduction to basic news writing and First semester is an introduction to the journalistic reporting principles. Concepts of fundamentals of digital photographyTopics journalism provide a format for an analysis include camera care and handling; visual of the news media and the responsibilities literacy; composition; the nature of of a journalist in today’s society. Workshop light, color, portraiture and experimental sessions utilize the concepts in practical photography. Second semester is built work. around advanced techniques in digital Prerequisites: EN 110 and CM MS 101 production. Critical discussions on the photography of major artists supplements the practical work. A digital camera with †CM 212 Media Literacy manual operative is required. Students are 3 CR responsible for processing costs. This course expands on CM 101 with Prerequisite: CM 101 extensive examination of theories of media effects on behavior, values and social/ †CM 224 Democratic Technologies political structures, with an emphasis on contemporary media and the consequences 3 CR of the shift to an online digital environment. Focuses on the creative use of technologies available to the American consumer. CM 215 Technical Communications I Instruction in alternative audio and visual production encourages students to express 3 CR themselves and distribute media content Introduces the most important elements of using available consumer and public access communications in the professional world technologies. Laptop computers are required of technology and newer media. Students to digitize audio and visual projects and for study common types of reports and learn Internet research. fundamental techniques for preparing Prerequisite: CM 101 reports, final copy and web page content. Prerequisites: EN 110, CT 101 CM 225 Multimedia Field Production 1–3 CR CM 221 - 321 Digital Film & Video Production I, II An opportunity for outstanding Media Studies majors to assist in the planning and 3 CR each production of media projects contracted An introduction to the basic techniques of by Sacred Heart University or by outside cinematic composition and editing. Presents agencies. By permission of the chairperson the basic administrative and aesthetic of the faculty of Communication Studies. aspects of filmmaking. Offered only when appropriate projects Prerequisite: CM 101 are available. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and required CM 222 – 322 Television Studio prerequisites. Production I, II Prerequisite: CM 101 3 CR An introduction to multi-camera studio CM 226 - 326 Magazine Production I, II production. 3 CR Overview of the entire process of magazine publication. Topics include history, theory

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and status of contemporary publication, CM 230 Digital Publications concept research and development of new 3 CR magazines, writing and editing of articles, desktop publishing layout and design, As media scholars and professionals it is marketing and advertising campaigns, important to understand the theoretical new technologies and the future. Students and practical processes of technology in conceive and produce individual magazines. our field. This course is designed to explore the fundamentals of graphic design for Prerequisite: CM 101 media publications. In the first portion of the class students will explore the foundations CM 227 Advertising & Public Relations; of visual culture and literacy as well as Practical Applications the key elements of the design process 3 CR for public relations and advertising. In the second portion of the class, students will Applies various theories of advertising and be introduced to the techniques of creating public relations to specific practical problems a variety of visual materials using Adobe in the commercial and nonprofit world. InDesign software. Although students will Students experiment with form and style by spend time using the InDesign software, the producing advertising and public relations primary emphasis is on design for public campaigns for new products, public service relations and advertising. Throughout the projects and/or political candidates in several entire semester students will be expected different media. to create their own original project portfolio Prerequisite: CM 101 pieces. Thus this class is a combination of lecture and lab. CM 228 Radio Production-Journalism/ Podcasting CM 241 Comics & Animation 3 CR each 3 CR An introduction to basic radio production. A fast-paced survey of the history and theory Students prepare for the FCC third-class behind comics, comic books and animation. license, learn the audio control board and Creative projects teach the methods of develop concepts of radio broadcasting. creating sequential art and animation from Because WSHU is integrated into the courses paper to CGI. as a laboratory and program outlet, students are required to function as staff members. †CM 251 Studies in Self Help Books Prerequisite: CM MS 101 3 CR In this course, students will analyze a self- CM 229 Photojournalism help book of their choice through journal 3 CR writing exercises outlined In their chosen Students develop skills and Insights text. Drawing on research In the field, necessary to document strong visual Images students will evaluate the effectiveness of and use those Images to create a photo their chosen text. essay. Course encompasses preparation, research, taking photographs and editing, CM 252 Sport, Culture and the Media as well as examining the changing digital 3 CR world, magazine work & publishing and the business of photography. Sporting culture impacts the American public through economic and ideological institutions that structure our perceptions of the world. In contemporary society, sport is both big business and personal

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recreation, and yet, despite its influence on present is studied. Focus is on analyzing American culture, sport remains a relatively the photographs, as well as the social and unexplored segment of popular culture. In historical contexts in which they were this class we will pay particular attention made, to come to some conclusions about to the images and narratives of sporting the nature of documentary photography. media that construct representations of Students with photographic experience class, masculinity, gender and nation in and and equipment may, with the permission of around everyday mass-mediated athletic the instructor, choose to do a documentary activities. Sport, Culture and the Media is photography project instead of a final paper. an examination of sports and media in our everyday lives. †CM 256 Magazines & Body Image 3 CR CM 253 Digital Culture This class will explore body Image 3 CR representations portrayed In popular Considers digital and technologically American magazines from a media literacy mediated environments as “mass media” in perspective. Drawing on research about the tradition of film, radio or television. Using media Influence andI nstructional capabilities a variety of approaches, including historical, from such researchers as Schramm, Bandura, sociological, economic, technological, Comstock and Liebert. cultural and aesthetic, the course looks at questions such as how does the Internet †CM 257 Women & Advertising codify reality? How are communities 3 CR both created and thwarted? What are the characteristics of the global media Exploration and In depth analysis of women’s culture? Readings, screenings and written Images portrayed In American advertising assignments required. from a media literacy perspective, using research about the Influence of advertising Prerequisite: CM MS 101 or CT 101 on women’s roles and attitudes.

†CM 254 Media and Democracy CM 258 Social Media and Viral Campaigns 3 CR 3 CR Examines the relationships between the Social media has altered how we mass media (film, television, newspapers communicate with each other. This course and the Internet), the public and politics. is comprised of four modules that will allow Historical case studies analyze from ethical, students to have an overall understanding economic, social, historical, aesthetic and of social media in our everyday lives. In the technological perspectives how the media first module we will explore how social media provide (or do not provide) a place through has impacted culture as a whole while in the which people express their views as citizens second module we will interrogate the role of in a democracy. Current media examples are social media in the construction of personal also investigated. Readings, screenings and and professional identity. In the third module written assignments required. students will analyze corporate and non- Prerequisite: CM 101 profit uses of social media tools and tactics and in the fourth and final module students CM 255 History of Documentary Still will execute their own social media campaign Photography in order to demonstrate their knowledge 3 CR of the course concepts. Throughout the course students will be asked to consider the The history of documentary still photography ethical dilemmas put forth by social media from its beginning in the 1840s through the

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technologies and the people that use them. CM 276 Digital Editing 3 CR CM 271 TV News Magazine Production Designed to provide training with tools 3 CR necessary for editing digital audio and video. Students develop, plan, write, edit and Course examines the construction of stories produce news story projects on a regular and messages In the digital media that basis and contribute to the creation of surrounds us. Students will become more The Pulse, the SHU News Magazine Show, effective creators and consumers of media broadcast over television and the Internet at culture. Sacred Heart. CM 277 Screenwriting CM 272-372 Sports Broadcasting I, II 3 CR 3 CR An introduction to writing for fiction and Focuses on the fundamentals needed to nonfiction film and television. Topics include implement a program in sports information, basic dramatic theory, narrative structure, publicity and promotions. Preparing of characterization, dialogue, adaptation and news releases; writing local and hometown the unique demands of the audio/visual features; publishing programs and brochures; media, as well as pragmatic matters of compiling statistical breakdowns; dealing format and the marketplace. with the local, regional and national press; Prerequisites: EN 110 and CM 101 and promoting specific events, teams and individuals are included. CM 278 Multimedia Outreach Prerequisites: C or better in ENG 110 and CM 3 CR 101, CM 102 Designed for advanced students already familiar with the tools of the digital CM 273 Television & New Media Journalism journalist, students will create and produce a 3 CR professional level documentary video about A production course designed to introduce a community outreach program making a students to the techniques of electronic difference in other people’s lives. journalism. Students also learn to analyze and constructively criticize the process and CM 299 Special Topics in Communication & product. Media Studies Prerequisite: CM 101 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses CM 275 DVD Authoring that may or may not become part of the 3 CR department’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on timely topics, a faculty An introduction to DVD multimedia member’s particular interest, an experimental production techniques. Focus is on mastering alternative to existing courses, etc. Course the technical elements of advanced digital title is shown on the student’s transcript. video editing and DVD authoring technology Consult the current course schedule for and developing a familiarity with the available topics and required prerequisites. grammar of multimedia more generally. Students develop and produce a variety of projects culminating in their own DVD portfolio. Prerequisite: Any other CM production course or permission of instructor

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CM 300 Special Topics in Multimedia CM 325 Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Production 3 CR 3 CR Students will learn cutting edge techniques New or occasional courses in advanced in graphic programs and develop and video production such as approaches to complete several creative projects guided by editing, audio recording techniques, digital an Instructor who Is an Industry professional. storytelling or computer-aided design. Course title is shown on the student’s CM 326 Magazine Production II transcript. Consult the current course 3 CR schedule for available topics and required prerequisites. Overview of the entire process of magazine publication. Topics include history, theory and status of contemporary publication, CM 301 Senior Seminar in Communication concept research and development of new 3 CR magazines, writing and editing of articles, An interdisciplinary study of contemporary desktop publishing layout and design, theories of mass communications. marketing and advertising campaigns, new Presents an overview of the impact of technologies and the future. mass communication by considering Prerequisite: CM 226 them as codes, symbolic systems and manipulative powers on both the conscious CM 351 Women in Film & Television and subconscious levels. Reading, writing, discussion and research are required. 3 CR Prerequisites: CM 101 and Senior standing in Films are cultural artifacts. Each film contains the major within itself a complex social system reflecting the attitudes, values and mores of the society that produced it. This course CM 311 News Writing and Reporting II uncovers the values that encode the function 3 CR of women on screen including the images This advanced workshop simulates a they project; roles they assume; values they newspaper magazine publishing atmosphere. encode; and relationships they establish Students are assigned roles as writers or with men, children and each other. Readings, editors for individual sections to create screenings and written assignments required. a student news magazine as part of the Consult the current course schedule for newspaper staff. available topics and required prerequisites. Prerequisite: CM/EN 211 CM 352 Documentary Film/Television CM 321 Digital Film/Video Production II 3 CR 3 CR Examines major epistemological, aesthetic Advanced course in single-camera video and political concerns of documentary film production. Each student directs an original and video. This course introduces students to fiction or nonfiction work and provides a variety of documentary principles, methods technical support on classmates’ projects. and styles in order to explore a series of theoretical issues that are important to Prerequisite: CM 101 documentary production, representation and reception. Readings, screenings and written assignments required. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and required prerequisites.

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CM 353 National Cinemas Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and 3 CR department chairperson Examines a particular national cinema or moment in national cinemas (e.g., New CM 397/398 Senior Project I, II German Cinema, French New Wave, Italian 3 CR Neorealism) whose contributions to the The purpose of the project is threefold: to history of cinema have been significant. create an opportunity for a senior Media Attention is given to the social and Studies student to apply creative theory cultural context, production, distribution to practice; to stress the interdisciplinary and reception circumstances and stylistic aspects of media communication; and innovations of the different filmmaking to provide the student with a “portfolio” practices. Readings, screenings and written product or research project to use as a assignments required. Consult the current demonstration of his or her abilities. Consult course schedule for available topics and the current course schedule for available required prerequisites. topics and required prerequisites. Prerequisite: Media Studies Senior standing CM 354 Film & Television Genres 3 CR CM 399 Independent Study A study of Individual television and forms. 1–3 CR Emphasis on the historical development Work on a special topic or production to be of the genre, themes and stylistics of arranged with an instructor who will direct genre, meaning of programming within the work. Permission of the chairperson of a cultural context, contemporary cultural the faculty of Communication Studies is significance and contribution to the history granted to qualified Media Studies majors on of Ideas. Readings, screenings and written the basis of a written prospectus. Consult the assignments are required. current course schedule for available topics and required prerequisites. CM 355 Film & Television Directors 3 CR Examines individual film directors whose Course Descriptions for contributions to the history of the cinema Interdisciplinary Courses in have been especially notable. Film and television directors are studied for their Digital Communication Major stylistic and philosophical innovations as well as for their historical place in the medium. CS 101 Web Design and Visual Tools Each semester a particular director or 3 CR directors are chosen for study. Consult the This course aids in the understanding of current course schedule for available topics the design and production of web sites. It and required prerequisites. discusses what design elements go into web page development. Students browse sites CM 396 Internship and identify good design elements. They 1–6 CR construct their own web page early on and An opportunity for qualified upper-division allow it to evolve throughout the semester. Media Studies majors to gain practical Prerequisite: CS 100 or permission of experience at area media/communications department chair companies such as radio or television stations, cable companies, newspapers, magazines and public relations firms.

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CS 104 Digital Animation and Gaming AR 114 Digital Design Basics 3 CR 3 CR The class will create electronic games using An introduction and exploration of primary digital animation and timeline control. Topics graphic design programs concentrating covered include: creating gaming objects onAdobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. with drawing and color tools; timeline-based Basic design concepts are explored in animation techniques; controlling screen assignments, ensuring a basic understanding action with buttons; integrating sound into of the technological tools of design. a game; publishing and exporting a game to the web. AR 211 Graphic Design I 3 CR CS 232 Human-Computer Interaction An introduction to classical and modern 3 CR typefaces, the mechanics of type Focuses on how developers and designers of composition and the fundamentals of layout. computer systems can produce computers Consideration is given to the selection of that are beneficial to the user and easy typefaces that enhance thought and idea. to use. Human-computer interaction is Prerequisite: AR 114 the intersection of human behavior and computer technology. In understanding PH 256 Philosophy of Technology human behavior, developers can evaluate what makes the computer easy to learn 3 CR and use. The course examines the ways Examination of the nature of technology, its people interact with computers and how to relationship to science, and its influence on incorporate this knowledge into the design our understanding of reality and ourselves. and evaluation of new technology. Particular metaphysical, ethical, or socio- Prerequisite: CS 100 or CS 112 cultural aspects of philosophy of technology may be emphasized. CS 319 Computer Ethics Prerequisite: PH 101 3 CR SO 257 Science, Technology and Society This course focuses on the ethical and social issues associated with computer technology 3 CR such as privacy, theft, intellectual property, With the increasing diffusion of accountability, hacking and cracking, codes biotechnology, cybertechnology, of ethics and professional responsibility. communication/media technology, etc., in Students also examine philosophers such as the world, it is prudent to study the influence Aristotle, Kant and Mill and use their theories of science and technology on culture and to support ethical debate and dialogue. society and to consider the social impact This course is a Senior-level capstone of the next wave. While identifying serious course. It emphasizes both oral and written problems and risks, the course also explores communication as students discuss and how science and technology are positive examine their own ethical beliefs in relation forces. to society and technology. Prerequisite: SO 110 Prerequisites: Junior/Senior status, PH 101, RS 101 or permission of instructor.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ROBERT MCCLOUD, ED.D. Associate Professor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY The computer science field has demonstrated DOMENICK J. PINTO, M.A., M.A., M.S. dramatic growth and technological Associate Professor, Chair development within the last decade. The 21st century is heralding the emergence of FRANCESCO SARDO, M.S. nanotechnology, ubiquitous computing, Instructor computer games and wireless networking. The Computer Science and Information Technology (CS/IT) Department is responding to these technological challenges Computer Science Facilities by offering a dynamic course of study that There are three state of the art computing is responsive to the ever-changing field of labs dedicated to computer science courses. computer technology. These contain the latest flat screen Dell Optiplex computers with DVD, CD-R/W (CS/IT) curriculum has three tracks: drives. In addition the conference room of Computer Science, Information Technology the CS/IT department serves as a mini-lab and Computer Gaming - Design and used exclusively by CS/IT majors for projects, Development. The Computer Science track homework and tutoring and is equipped with is geared to those students with strong the same state of the art equipment. There mathematics and the desire to participate is also a Networking/Unix lab equipped with in the research and development side 15 Linux machines and a variety of Cisco of computer science. The Information routers. This closed LAN laboratory is used Technology track is for those students for networking and Unix shell programming interested in interface, multimedia and courses and is open 24 hours a day, seven system design for various business days a week for those students. All labs are applications andthe Computing Gaming on a 3-year replacement cycle. Design and Development track is for students who wish to design and develop SOFTWARE AVAILABLE IN THE LABS games for entertainment, simulation and INCLUDES: training. Microsoft Office 2013 Adobe Director 12.0 Flash CS6 Fireworks CS6 Faculty Dreamweaver CS6 V.B. Net 2013 FRANCES GRODZINSKY, PH.D. Visual C++ 2013 Professor Visual C# 2013 SANDRA HONDA ADAMS, M.S. Visual Studio 2013 Associate Professor Borland JBuilder Sony Sound Forge 10.0 Adobe Photoshop EFIM KINBER, PH.D. CS5 Visio 2010 Professor

GREGORY KYRYTSCHENKO, M.B.A. Instructor

KERI MATTHEWS, M.S. Instructor

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Major in Computer Science CS 341 Analysis of Algorithms The major in Computer Science with a CS 349 Operating Systems concentration in Computer Science requires CS 371 Advanced Game the completion of 54 credits for the Programming Computer Science track and 54 credits for CS 372 Building Computer Games the Computer Gaming track. The major in Computer Science with a concentration in Information Technology requires 52 credits. REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE TRACK CS 110 may be required if a student has no previous programming experience. MA 151 Calculus I (and MA 152 Calculus II should be taken REQUIRED COURSES FOR COMPUTER as part of the required SCIENCE, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Baccalaureate core.) AND COMPUTER GAMING DESIGN AND MA 261 Linear Algebra DEVELOPMENT TRACKS MA 331 Probability and Statistics I CS 111 introduction to Structured Programming REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR CS 112 Data Structures COMPUTER GAMING TRACK CS 113 Discrete Structures MA 140 Precalculus CS 215 Computer Systems MA 151 Calculus I Organization with Assembler AR 110 Design: Visual Organization CS 312 Software Engineering AR 114 Digital Design Basics CS 318 Project Course CS 319 Computer Ethics REQUIRED COURSES FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRACK REQUIRED COURSES FOR COMPUTER Math 109 Mathematics for Decision Making SCIENCE TRACK and Math 110 Calculus for Decision Making CS 241 Advanced Programming should be taken as part of the required Concepts Using “C” Baccalaureate core. CS 272 OOP with C# and Games CS 232 Human–Computer Interaction CS 311 Database Design CS 233 Visual Basic CS 339 Networking and Data CS 311 Database Design Communication CS 331 Multimedia Applications CS 341 Analysis of Algorithms CS 338 Systems Analysis and Design CS 348 Programming in Unix CS 339 Networking and Data CS 349 Operating Systems Communication CS Elec. One Computer Science CS Elec. One Computer Science elective elective

REQUIRED COURSES FOR COMPUTER REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR GAMING TRACK INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRACK CS 171 introduction to Computer BU 103 Business: Its Nature and Gaming Environment CS 271 Advanced Computer Gaming or CS 272 OOP with C# and Games BU 201 Organizational Management

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MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making Minor in Computer Science

COURSES REQUIRED Network Security Emphasis CS 111 introduction to Structured for Computer Science Programming CS 112 Data Structures COURSES REQUIRED CS 113 Discrete Structures CS 111 introduction to Structured CS 215 Computer Systems Programming Organization with Assembler CS 112 Data Structures CS 272 OOP with C# and Games CS 113 Discrete Structures CS 311 Database Design CS 215 Computer Systems CS 312 Software Engineering Organization with Assembler CS Elec. One Computer Science CS 311 Database Design elective CS 312 Software Engineering CS 318 Project Course CS 319 Computer Ethics Minor in Information Technology CS 339 Networking and Data Communication COURSES REQUIRED CS 111 introduction to Structured REQUIRED COURSES FOR COMPUTER Programming SCIENCE CONCENTRATION (NETWORK CS 112 Data Structures SECURITY EMPHASIS) CS 113 Discrete Structures CS 241 Advanced Programming Concepts Using “C” CS 215 Computer Systems Organization with Assembler CS 272 OOP with C# and Games CS 233 Visual Basic CS 341 Analysis of Algorithms CS 311 Database Design CS 349 Operating Systems CS 312 Software Engineering CS 367 Managing, Securing and Designing Modern Networks CS Elec. One Computer Science elective CS 368 Hands-on Network Security

SUPPORTING COURSES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE CONCENTRATION (NETWORK Associate’s Degree in SECURITY EMPHASIS) Computer Science MA 151 Calculus I The Associate of Science degree in Computer MA 152 Calculus II Science offers two concentrations: Computer Science and Information Technology. Both MA 261 Linear Algebra concentrations require the completion of MA 331 Probability and Statistics I 60 credits. The program is designed for high school graduates who intend to make a career in the field of Computer Science and college graduates who want to obtain a sufficient level of computer experience.

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The Computer Science concentration is REQUIRED COURSES FOR INFORMATION intended for college students majoring in TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION mathematics or the sciences who wish to CS 232 Human–Computer Interaction supplement their major in order to increase CS 233 Visual Basic their employment opportunities after graduation. The Information Technology Elec. One Computer Science and concentration is intended for high school Information Technology graduates who wish to make a career in elective (not CS 100, 101, 102, information technology and for business 104, 106) students or individuals working with computers who want a formal education in REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES order to advance their careers. FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION COURSES REQUIRED FOR BOTH MA 109 Mathematics for Decision CONCENTRATIONS Making CS 111 introduction to Structured MA 110 Calculus for Decision Making Programming BU 103 Business: Its Nature and CS 112 Data Structures Environment CS 113 Discrete Structures or BU 201 Organizational Management CS 215 Computer Systems Organization with Assembler

REQUIRED CORE COURSES FOR BOTH Certificate Program in CONCENTRATIONS Computer Science and ENG 110 Academic Writing Information Technology ENG 111 Effective Speaking Elec. The Computer Science Certificate program Elec. Eight Liberal Arts electives provides a foundation for scientific use of computers and information technology REQUIRED COURSES FOR COMPUTER applications. The student can earn a SCIENCE CONCENTRATION certificate by completing six courses from either the Computer Science or Information CS 241 Advanced Programming Technology options, provided that the Concepts Using “C” prerequisites are met. CS 272 OOP with C# and Games Elec. One Computer Science and REQUIRED COURSES FOR BOTH Information Technology CERTIFICATES elective (not CS 100, 101, 102, CS 111 introduction to Structured 104, 106) Programming CS 112 Data Structures REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE CONCENTRATION COURSES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE MA 151 Calculus I CERTIFICATE MA 152 Calculus II CS 241 Advanced Programming MA 261 Linear Algebra Concepts Using “C” CS 272 OOP with C# and Games CS 312 Software Engineering CS 341 Analysis of Algorithms

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REQUIRED COURSES FOR INFORMATION application using Microsoft Office. It includes TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE word processing, spreadsheets, databases, CS 101 Web Design and Visual Tools presentation software and using the Internet for Non Majors as a research tool effectively. This course provides the knowledge and understanding CS 102 Multimedia for Non-Majors necessary to communicate effectively in the CS 232 Human–Computer Interaction personal computing environment of business CS 233 Visual Basic today. Non-majors only

Certificate Program in Computer †CS 101 Web Design and Visual Tools for Non Gaming Design and Development Majors 3 CR The undergraduate certificate in Computer Gaming Design and Development utilizes This course aids in the understanding of all existing courses to package a certificate the design and production of web sites. It program particularly geared toward the presents what design elements go into web part-time evening student. The certificate page development. Students browse sites also feeds into a possible BS or AS degree and identify good design elements. They in CS in the Computer Science or Computer construct their own web page early on and Gaming track. allow it to evolve throughout the semester. Prerequisite: CS 100 or permission of REQUIRED COURSES department chair. CS 111 introduction to Structured Programming CS 102 Multimedia for Non-Majors CS 112 Data Structures 3 CR CS 171 introduction to Computer This course aids the non-programmer Gaming in the understanding of multimedia authoring, incorporating text, graphics, CS 271 Advanced Computer Gaming sound and video. It discusses design and CS 272 OOP with C# and Games planning elements that go into multimedia development. Students use Flash and SUGGESTED SUPPORTING COURSES some of the Action scripting language to (NOT REQUIRED) choreograph media objects onto a stage MA 140 Precalculus using a score. MA 151 Calculus I Prerequisite: CS 100 or permission of department chair

†CS 104 Digital Animation and Gaming for Course Descriptions Non Majors 3 CR †Elective Core Course The class will create electronic games using †CS 100 Introduction to Information digital animation and timeline control. Topics Technology covered include: creating gaming objects with drawing and color tools; timeline-based 3 CR animation techniques; controlling screen An introduction to computing and data action with buttons; integrating sound into processing for non-computer science majors. a game; publishing and exporting a game to This course is half theory and half hands-on the web.

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†CS 106 Introduction to Information linked lists and binary trees. Also introduces Technology for Business Administration for recursion, pointers and classes. Non Majors Prerequisite: CS 111 3 CR An introduction to computing and data CS 113 Discrete Structures processing for non-Computer Science 3 CR majors. This course is half theory and half Presents mathematical concepts for hands-on application using Microsoft Office. computer science, including sets, relations It includes, spreadsheets, databases and and functions; partitions; order relations; presentation software and provides the countability; permutations and combinations; knowledge and understanding necessary probability; recurrences; big-Oh notation; to communicate effectively in the personal elements of abstract algebra such as groups, computing environment of business today. rings and Boolean algebras. For Business Administration majors. Prerequisite: MA 006 †CS 110 Introduction to Computer Science CS 171 Introduction to Computer Gaming 3 CR 3 CR An introduction to programming logic, using a suitable introductory programming Designing the vector gaming environment; language. This course presents an overview Storyboarding; Tween and frame-by-frame of major programming concepts (selection, animation; Using functions to control loops, input-output operations, procedures animation timelines; Using random number and functions) and serves as an introduction functions to instantiate digital objects; to the Unix operating system and Unix- Artifact movement utilizing vector plot based editors. For computer science majors points. with no previous programming experience Prerequisite or Corequisite: CS 111 Prerequisite: Computer Science major or permission of department chair CS 215 Computer Systems Organization with Assembler †CS 111 Introduction to Structured 3 CR Programming This course presents an overview of 3 CR computer architecture and computer A first course in programming using organization as they relate to computer a structured programming language. science. Topics include computer Topics include iteration, selection, components, interconnection structures, procedures, functions and arrays with the internal memory, instruction sets, number use of flowcharts and modules. Presents representation in computers, parallel applications in both business and scientific processing and an elementary introduction areas. to assembly programming. Prerequisite: CS 110 or permission of Prerequisite: CS 112 department chair CS 232 Human–Computer Interaction †CS 112 Data Structures 3 CR 3 CR Focuses on how developers and designers of A continuation of CS 111 using a structured computer systems can produce computers programming language to implement that are beneficial to the user and easy multidimensional arrays, stacks, queues, to use. Human-computer interaction is

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the intersection of human behavior and Prerequisite: CS 171; Corequisite or computer technology. In understanding Prerequisite: CS 112 human behavior, developers can evaluate what makes the computer easy to learn CS 272 OOP with C# and Games and use. The course examines the ways 3 CR people interact with computers and how to incorporate this knowledge into the design An object-oriented approach to computer and evaluation of new technology. graphics using C#. Topics covered will include: classes, instantiation, event listeners, Prerequisite: CS 100 or CS 112 polymorphism, encapsulation, event handlers, functions and methods and basic CS 233 Visual Basic game logic. 3 CR Prerequisite: CS 271; Corequisite or Explores the use of controls and tools, forms, Prerequisite: CS 112 menus, frames, file browsers and buttons, creating windows interfaces for databases, CS 299 Special Topics I linking to Windows and Excel, writing and 3 CR debugging Visual Basic code. Uses VB.net 2010. Various courses of current interest to the Computer Science major are introduced from Prerequisite: CS 112 time to time. Prerequisite: Sophomore status CS 241 Advanced Programming Concepts Using “C” CS 311 Database Design 3 CR 3 CR Covers advanced programming techniques in “C,” using pointers, data structures and Explores fundamentals of database design recursion. Emphasis on algorithmic approach theory and applications. Includes data and use of mathematical functions. models with emphasis on the relational model. Prerequisite: CS 112 Prerequisites: CS 112 and CS 215 CS 261 Programming for the Web CS 312 Software Engineering 3 CR 3 CR An introduction to Web-enabling technologies, this course addresses web The study of software development design with HTML code, Cascading Style methodology, both procedural and object Sheets and Layers, Photoshop and Java oriented. This is a team project-based design script. Problems and trends faced by course where teams develop software webmasters today are also discussed. projects from requirements analysis through detailed design and testing. Umbrella Prerequisites: CS 111 and Sophomore status activities such as configuration management, quality assurance, writing documentation, CS 271 Advanced Computer Gaming ethics and costing are covered. Automated 3 CR software design tools are used and oral and An object-oriented approach to written presentations required. programming digital objects using Flash Prerequisite: CS 311 and Action Script 3.0. These programming techniques will be applied to both arcade and adventure games.

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CS 318 Project Course Prerequisite: CS 112 3 CR Students sign up for this senior project CS 333 Theory of Computer Gaming course one semester before the graduating 3 CR semester, because of the independent study/ Computer Game Studies is an emerging work involved. Students work with a faculty field. This course provides a solid, theoretical member in the department and a mentor background in the field of computer gaming to define and implement an acceptable which will assist them in their pursuit of project. The student is required to assess game development throughout their career requirements, design software and write Prerequisite: CS 271 detailed documentation that illustrates and supports design choices. Test plans, usability testing and prototypes are also CS 338 Systems Analysis and Design required. Students present their projects to 3 CR the department faculty and public as the An advanced design course that studies the culmination of this project. application of computer solutions to business Prerequisites: Senior status and permission problems. This is a project-based course from Computer Science Department where teams set milestones and present object-oriented analysis and design of their CS 319 Computer Ethics solutions. Oral and written presentations are required and automated software tools are 3 CR used. This course focuses on the ethical and social Prerequisite: CS 312 issues associated with computer technology such as privacy, theft, intellectual property, accountability, hacking and cracking, codes CS 339 Networking and Data of ethics and professional responsibility. Communication Students also examine philosophers such as 3 CR Aristotle, Kant and Mill and use their theories The study of networks and data to support ethical debate and dialogue. communication concentrating on the Internet This course is a Senior-level capstone model. This is a laboratory-based course course. It emphasizes both oral and written that includes projects implemented on communication as students discuss and both Unix and Windows machines. Topics examine their own ethical beliefs in relation such as LANs, WANs and MANs; hardware, to society and technology. software, protocols, routing, circuit-switching Prerequisites: Junior/Senior status, PH 101 or and packet-switching networks, analog permission of instructor and digital systems, compression and error handling are among those studied. Students use a simulation package to design and CS 331 Multimedia Applications simulate networks. 3 CR Prerequisites: CS 338 or CS 341 and Senior This course aids in the understanding of status multimedia authoring, incorporating text, graphics, sound and video. It discusses CS 341 Analysis of Algorithms design and planning elements that go into multimedia development. Students use 3 CR Flash and Action scripting to choreograph Emphasis on theory and techniques media objects onto a stage using a score. It underlying the analysis of algorithms is designed for students with programming including big/little-Oh, graphs and networks, experience. searching, sorting, recursion and classical

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algorithms. CS 371 Advanced Game Programming Prerequisites: CS 112 and MA 151 3 CR A game oriented programming course CS 348 Programming in Unix focusing on advanced graphics techniques 3 CR using OpenGL and/or DirectX. Discusses main issues of Unix OS Prerequisite: CS 272 programming and administration. Explores the popular Unix text editor Emacs, Unix CS 372 Building Computer Games file system, process manipulation, regular 3 CR expressions and their uses, filters and system administration and security. In this class we explore how logic and creativity work together in the well designed Prerequisites: CS 241 and CS 341 computer game. Topics include: genres of games; character development and CS 349 Operating Systems gameplay; new and developing gaming 3 CR concepts; creation and use of gaming engines; the role of sound and music; Examines resource management, including teaching a game to think. memory allocation and management, virtual memory, process scheduling, protection, Prerequisite: CS 371 deadlock and concurrency, case studies and multiprocessing. Prerequisite: CS 341

CS 367 Managing, Securing and Designing Modern Networks 3 CR Focuses on wireless and mobile networks, multimedia networking, network management infrastructure, configuration management, network security, cryptography, authentication, access controls, network design (OpNet), designing network performance. Prerequisite: CS 339

CS 368 Hands-on Network Security 3 CR Focuses on networking security topics, firewalls (using Linux), packet filters, NAT and PAT, public key infrastructure (using Microsoft Certification Server), encryption algorithms, decrypting passwords, dictionary decryption, brute force decryption, certificate servers, vulnerability assessment, identifying security holes, forensics, Layer 5 vulnerabilities, packet monitoring. Prerequisite: CS 367

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE Major in Criminal Justice The Criminal Justice program provides The major in Criminal Justice requires the students with a comprehensive completion of 36 credits of Criminal Justice understanding of the criminal justice system, courses and 6 credits of required supporting which consists of public and private police, courses. courts and corrections. REQUIRED COURSES The course of study enables the graduate CJ 101 introduction to Criminal to pursue a career in law enforcement, Justice correctional security and counseling, probation, parole, court administration, CJ 120 Crime and Criminal Behavior personnel management in various criminal CJ 205 introduction to Criminal Law justice agencies or private security. The and Procedure program also prepares students to enter law CJ 270 issues and Problems in school or graduate school in the social and Criminal Justice behavioral sciences. It provides an excellent opportunity for criminal justice personnel CJ 381 Research Methods in Criminal and community and junior college graduates, Justice to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Choose 2 of the following: Justice. Applicants who have completed the municipal, state or FBI training may apply for CJ 220 introduction to Corrections advanced standing. CJ 230 introduction to Law Enforcement CJ 251 Criminal Courts and Discretion Faculty ELECTIVE COURSE REQUIREMENTS TANYA M. GRANT, PH.D. Assistant Professor 15 credits of Criminal Justice electives are required for the major. Elective course selections are made in consultation with an PEARL JACOBS, PH.D. Associate Professor advisor. Corrections Courses STEPHANE KIRVEN, J.D. Assistant Professor CJ 213 Probation and Parole CJ 216 Juvenile Justice JAMES E. MCCABE, PH.D. CJ 220 introduction to Corrections Associate Professor, Chair CJ 230 introduction to Law Enforcement PATRICK MORRIS, PH.D. Assistant Professor CJ 390 internship Law Enforcement Courses ANTHONY J. PAPA, J.D. Lecturer CJ 230 introduction to Law Enforcement CJ 231 Criminal Investigation CJ 232 Police-Community Relations CJ 235 Law of Evidence

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CJ 239 Police Administration and perspective to examine the causes, Supervision measurement, patterns and the effects of CJ 390 internship socioeconomic status on crime and criminal behavior. Legal Studies Courses CJ 200 Constitutional Law CJ 200 Constitutional Law CJ 201 Criminal Law 3 CR CJ 209 American Legal System Focuses on the development of the Constitution through interpretations of the CJ 211 Women and the Law U.S. Supreme Court. A study of civil rights CJ 235 Law of Evidence and civil liberties. CJ 243 Private Security Law Prerequisite: CJ 101 CJ 255 Constitutional Rights of Prisoners CJ 201 Criminal Law Security Courses 3 CR CJ 240 introduction to Security Substantive aspects of criminal law with emphasis on statutory criminal law. Examines CJ 247 Security Administration the purpose and goals of criminal law and CJ 248 introduction to Fraud the historical development of its basic Examination concepts. CJ 390 internship Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 205 Introduction to Criminal Law & Minor in Criminal Justice Procedure The minor in Criminal Justice requires the 3 CR completion of the following 18 credits Reviews the fundamentals of criminal law and criminal procedure. Topics include REQUIRED COURSES IN THE MINOR specific criminal law distinctions between grades of offenses, criminal responsibility, CJ 101 introduction to Criminal search and seizure, use of force, search Justice warrants and self-incrimination. CJ 120 Crime and Criminal Behavior Elec. Four Criminal Justice electives CJ 209 American Legal System 3 CR Covers the basic structure and principles of Course Descriptions the American legal system. The differences between federal and state courts, the civil CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice and criminal judicial processes, the juvenile 3 CR court process and an understanding of the constitutional rights applicable to these Provides an overview of the criminal justice areas. system and its processes. CJ 211 Women and the Law CJ 120 Crime and Criminal Behavior 3 CR 3 CR Traces the development of sex discrimination This course uses an interdisciplinary as a legal and social phenomenon. The law is

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covered in terms of its historical perspective. on women offenders, women victims and Prerequisite: CJ 101 women criminal justice professionals. Prerequisite: CJ 101 CJ 213 Probation and Parole 3 CR CJ 230 Introduction to Law Enforcement Teaches the application of probation, pardon 3 CR and parole methods for both juveniles and A study of investigative techniques, sources adults. Analyzes the most effective methods of information and an analysis of the and techniques as they apply to these relationships of investigative units with other services. law enforcement units and agencies. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 216 Juvenile Justice CJ 231 Criminal Investigation 3 CR 3 CR Includes an in-depth examination of the An examination of the investigative juvenile justice system, its history and its techniques used by law enforcement practices. The course also examines the agencies to control and detect crimes. nature and causes of juvenile delinquency, Prequisite: CJ 101 sociological factors that influence such behavior, typologies of juvenile offenders CJ 232 Police–Community Relations and current trends in the control of such behavior. 3 CR Prerequisite: CJ 101 Examines various human relations issues that affect policing and police management. Also explores programs established by the police CJ 220 Introduction to Corrections in community relations and community 3 CR involvement in police policies. A general overview of the corrections Prerequisite: CJ 101 system including the historical development of control of human behavior in society. CJ 235 Law of Evidence Analysis of the major issues confronting corrections. 3 CR Prerequisite: CJ 101 An explanation and analysis of the rules of evidence. Examines court decisions concerning the rights of citizens and the CJ 223 Interviewing and Counseling rules for giving testimony and the protecting 3 CR and safeguarding of evidence. Practice-oriented course designed to provide Prerequisite: CJ 101 the basic techniques of counseling and interviewing. CJ 239 Police Administration and Prerequisite: CJ 101 Supervision 3 CR CJ 224 Women and the Criminal Justice Examines management principles as they System apply to police organizations. This course 3 CR includes discussion on the organization Explores the changing roles of women in the and management of police personnel at all criminal justice system. The course focuses levels of operation, leadership styles, policy

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formation and the internal control of the CJ 248 Introduction to Fraud Examination organization. 3 CR Prerequisite: CJ 101 Examines the legal elements of fraud and fraud investigation. This course also explores CJ 240 Introduction to Security the methods of preventing, detecting and 3 CR deterring fraud in organizations as well as preserving the chain of custody for the Discusses the historical, theoretical and legal court and compiling evidence for court bases of security, including the purpose proceedings. of security in modern society, ethics and security, standards and goals for the security Prerequisite: CJ 101 industry. Prerequisite: CJ 101 CJ 250 Crisis Intervention for Public Safety Personnel CJ 242 White-Collar Crime 3 CR 3 CR Examines the concepts and techniques used by criminal justice practitioners in handling Examines the parameters and magnitude of crisis situations. Deals with limited, on-site white-collar crime and the literature that has crisis intervention provided by those first to been proffered as explanation for it. respond. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 243 Private Security Law CJ 251 Criminal Courts and Discretion 3 CR 3 CR Examines the relationship between the law Examines the criminal courts as the fulcrum and private security operations and criminal of the criminal justice system. Emphasis on law principles of particular concern to the actual mechanics of the system and the security personnel. decision making of its functionaries. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 246 Organized Crime CJ 252 Comparative Criminal Justice 3 CR Systems Explores how organized crime is structured 3 CR and how it can be controlled. The impact Examines how culture, history and economics of organized crime on major crimes is also influence legal systems and the treatment of assessed. offenders in various countries. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 247 Security Administration CJ 253 Criminal Justice Ethics 3 CR 3 CR Presents an overview of security operations Examines the fundamentals of ethical theory, in both the public and private sectors. This controversies and rules of moral judgment as course includes an examination of loss they relate to criminal justice practitioners. prevention strategies and safety and fire prevention programs. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisite: CJ 101

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CJ 255 Constitutional Rights of Prisoners CJ 381 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3 CR 3 CR Examines the constitutional rights of Examines the methods of research and prisoners focusing on recent Supreme Court the types of data used to develop an rulings. The Eighth Amendment and its understanding of criminal behavior and to application to prisoners and prison officials create and change policy in the criminal are analyzed and discussed through court justice system. cases and current events. Prerequisites: CJ 101, MA 131, CS 100 Prerequisite: CJ 101 CJ 304 Catholic Intellectual Tradition and CJ 256 Criminalistics the Criminal Justice System 3 CR 3 CR An introduction to forensic science, this Exploration of the Catholic Intellectual course examines the application of forensic Tradition. Catholic social teaching and the science to criminal investigations as well intersection of contemporary issues and as the techniques of the crime lab through policies of the criminal justice system are actual and case histories. examined. Prerequisite: CJ 101 Prerequisites: CJ 101, CJ 120, CJ 201

CJ 257 Serial Killers and Profilers CJ 390 Internship 3 CR 3–6 CR An introductory study of the topic of serial Supervised placement in a criminal justice killers and criminal profiling. Analyzes both agency. the individual and collective sociological, Prerequisite: Permission of department psychological and emotional aspects of serial chairperson killers in an effort to determine why they kill. Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 270 Issues and Problems in Criminal Justice 3 CR Description and analysis of crucial issues and problems relating to selected structure and processes in the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: CJ 101

CJ 299 Special Topics in Criminal Justice 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and prerequisites. Prerequisite: CJ 101

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ENGLISH RICHARD MAGEE, PH.D. Associate Professor The major in English is concerned with the attempt to communicate, both orally and ROBIN L. MCALLISTER, PH.D. in writing. A variety of courses in literature, Associate Professor writing and speech is offered to develop skills for reading analytically, writing clearly and effectively and expressing thoughts cogently, JOSEPH L. NAGY, M.A. Instructor while providing a foundation experience in a broad spectrum of literature. PETER SINCLAIR, PH.D. Selections from the wide range of courses Lecturer within the major and its two concentrations, along with related studies in other areas, will ROBERTA L. STAPLES, PH.D. prepare the English major for graduate school, Professor for the professions (teaching, law, medicine) and for business and industry (advertising, SANDRA YOUNG, PH.D. company writing, editing, personnel relations, Associate Professor press relations, sales). JONAS ZDANYS, PH.D. Non-majors are welcome in most upper-level Professor English classes provided seats are available. If there is any question about permission to enroll in a course, contact the Chair of the English Department. Major in English The major in English requires the completion of 39 credits and is organized to include the Faculty major core of 33 credits, plus 6 credits taken in one of the two areas of concentration: Literature or Writing. ANITA AUGUST, PH.D. Assistant Professor REQUIRED COURSES FOR ALL ENGLISH CONCENTRATIONS PAMELA BUCK, PH.D. Assistant Professor The English major consists of core classes taken in eight areas with additional courses taken in the student’s area of concentration. JEFFREY P. CAIN, PH.D. Associate Professor, Chair The core areas are: Literature surveys (12 CR) PATRICIA CONTI, M.S. Instructor ENG 221/222 British Traditions I and II and ENG 231/232 American Voices I and II CARA ERDHEIM, PH.D. Advanced Writing (3 CR) Assistant Professor Any writing course at the 200 or 300 level MARIE A. HULME, M.A.T, M.A., M.F.A. British Literature (3 CR) Instructor See advisor. MICHELLE C. LORIS, PH.D., PSY.D. Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences American Literature (3 CR) Professor See advisor.

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Shakespeare (3 CR) ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR ENG 321 LITERATURE CONCENTRATION In addition to the English major core classes, Literary Theory (3 CR) students with a concentration in Literature ENG 361 must take the following:

Multicultural/Diversity (3 CR) British Literature (3 CR) See advisor. See advisor.

Capstone (3 CR) American Literature (3 CR) See advisor. See advisor.

Students with a literature concentration should POLICY STATEMENT REGARDING THE also choose a capstone course in literature (in ENGLISH MAJOR SURVEY COURSES consultation with their advisor). The four English survey courses—ENG 221, 222, 231, 232—are foundational to the English ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR major and must be taken by every English WRITING CONCENTRATION major, irrespective of concentration, usually in his or her sophomore year. The courses In addition to the English major core classes, are normally taken in sequence over two students with a concentration in Writing must semesters. Until they have been taken, no take the following: upper-level literature course may be taken Advanced Writing (6 CR) without the permission of the Department Chair. Nor can upper-level literature courses Any writing courses at the 200 or 300 level be taken simultaneously with any one of the survey courses without the permission of the Students with a writing concentration should Department Chair. Students declaring the also choose a capstone course in writing (in major later than their sophomore year and consultation with their advisor). transfer students should consult with their advisors and, if necessary, the Department SUPPORTING COURSES FOR THE ENGLISH Chair about their course sequences. MAJOR All English majors must complete one year Like all major courses, the four surveys must (two consecutive semesters) of a Modern be passed with a grade of “C” or higher to Foreign Language with a grade of C or better. count toward satisfying major requirements. These courses cannot be repeated. Students are given only one chance to pass them. (A student withdrawing within the first two Minor in English weeks would not be deemed to have “taken” The minor in English requires the completion the course and consequently could sign up to of 18 credits. take it at a later time.) REQUIRED COURSES FOR ENGLISH MINOR After passing all four of the surveys, students will be eligible to enroll in any English course. Two courses in British literature (see advisor) An English major failing to receive at least and two courses in American literature (see a grade of “C” in any of the survey courses advisor); one in advanced writing (writing should consult with the Chair of the English courses at the 200 or 300 level); one Department. diversity/multicultural course (see advisor).

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Associate in Arts General Studies the Middle Ages, to the Elizabethan/Jacobean period, to the mid- and later 17th Century EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) including the Metaphysical Poets, Milton and Dryden and concludes with the literature of One British literature course, one American the 18th Century. Sophomore level, for English literature course and three English electives. majors only. Does not satisfy Humanities ENG 221, ENG 222, ENG 231, ENG 232 will not requirement in the core. fulfill the AA requirements.

ENG 222 The British Tradition II 3 CR Course Descriptions From the Age of Reason to the Age of Anxiety. Course highlights romantic writers like ENCC 102 Literary Expressions of The Human Wordsworth and Keats, Victorians like Dickens Journey and Arnold, modernists like Joyce and Woolf. 3 CR Sophomore level, for English majors. Does not ENCC 102 is part of Sacred Heart University’s satisfy Humanities requirement in the core. common core sequence The Human Journey. Prerequisite: ENG 221. Each course in the Common Core addresses four fundamental questions of human ENG 231 American Voices meaning and value that serve as the unifying 3 CR frame for all the courses in The Common Core. In ENCC 102 students will read and examine From Plymouth Rock to Gettysburg, significant works of literature. We read serious puritanism, federalism and American literature because it presents us with images Romanticism are examined. Bradford, of, dramatizes for us or tells us stories about Edwards, Franklin, Poe, Emerson, Hawthorne ourselves, our human experience throughout and Whitman. Sophomore level, for English time and the way we live. This course engages majors. Does not satisfy Area B 1 literature students in conversations about these requirement. literary stories, images and dramatizations. Students will critically and analytically read ENG 232 American Voices II and examine works of literature from different 3 CR cultures –western and non-western, including Catholic and from different time periods – Success and failure, triumph and tragedy. classical to contemporary, with an aim toward From the Gilded Age to the America of giant understanding and appreciating how these corporations and global supremacy. Writings very different works give us insight in the four of Twain, Dickinson, James, Hemingway, core questions. (1) What does it mean to be Morrison, Frost and Eliot are examined. human? (2) What does it mean to live a life of Sophomore level, for English majors. Does not meaning and purpose and is it possible to do satisfy Area B 1 literature requirement. so? (3) What does it mean to understand and Prerequisite: ENG 231 appreciate the natural world? (4) What does it mean to forge a more just society for the ENG 250 Journal Writing common good? 3 CR A series of in-class private writing exercises ENG 221 The British Tradition aimed at self-discovery and tapping resources 3 CR of creative energy. Class trips serve as the This course studies British Literature from its basis for descriptive journal writing exercises earlier stages in Anglo-Saxon literature (pieces that stress description, narration, exposition such as “Caedmon’s Hymn” and “Beowulf”), to and the editing process.

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ENG 252 Developing a Writing Voice as well as a theatrical perspective, with 3 CR emphasis on Shakespeare’s development as a dramatist and the relationship of his plays to From the colloquial to the informal to the their historical and cultural context. formal, this course examines the development of writing voice and explores the stylistic Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG and rhetorical choices writers make to 232 for English majors communicate meaning and knowledge. ENG 322 Studies in Seventeenth- Century ENG 253 Introduction to Creative Writing British Literature 3 CR 3 CR Introduction to writing in three major forms Examines the works of Jonson, Donne, of fiction: poetry, the short story and drama. Herbert, Marvell, some of the lesser-known Includes daily writing assignments with Metaphysical and Cavalier poets and Milton. attention to the creative preferences of the Prose writings of Browne, Burton and Bunyan individual student. Workshop atmosphere are also studied. allows peer interaction and frequent student/ Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG instructor consultation. 232 for English majors

ENG 299 Special Topics in Literature ENG 323 Studies in Restoration and 3 CR Eighteenth-Century British Literature Designates new or occasional courses 3 CR that may or may not become part of the Dryden, Pope, Swift and Johnson are read, department’s permanent offerings. Courses as well as Restoration dramatists (Congreve, capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty Etherege, Wycherely) and early novelists member’s particular interest, an experimental (Defoe, Richardson, Fielding). alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Prerequisites established by the department 232 for English majors as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student’s transcript. ENG 324 Studies in the Romantic Period in Consult the current course schedule for British Literature available topics and current prerequisites. 3 CR ENG 320 Studies in British Literature to 1603 Emphasis on the literature written during 3 CR and immediately after the French Revolution and England’s ensuing war with France. Major works of British poetry and prose, The relationship between the individual and beginning with Old English and Beowulf and political, social and intellectual environments is expanding through the literature of the Middle studied. Blake, Wordsworth, Shelley and Keats Ages with special emphasis on Chaucer and are read. Elizabethan poets. Some drama, exclusive of Shakespeare, is included. Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG 232 for English majors Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG 232 for English majors. ENG 325 Studies in the Victorian Period in British Literature ENG 321 Shakespeare 3 CR 3 CR Explores the literature of Tennyson, Browning, Explores a wide variety of plays from a literary Arnold, Dickens, Eliot, Newman, Ruskin, Pater,

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Swinburne and others. Focuses on major world with its writers of the wasteland, the writers of the period (1830–1901) beginning “lost generation.” with the poetry and concluding with studies in Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG the Victorian novel. 232 for English majors Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 322 and ENG 232 for English majors ENG 334 Studies in Faulkner to the Present 3 CR ENG 327 Studies in Twentieth- Century British Modern American literature in content and Literature technique reflects 20th-century preoccupation 3 CR with loss of faith, the rise of individual Addresses modernism as it is shaped and consciousness and the dilemma of radical constructed in the classic texts of Conrad, alienation in an increasingly fragmented Woolf, Yeats, Joyce, Lawrence and others. society. Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG 232 for English majors 232 for English majors

ENG 328–329: Studies in British Literature: ENG 338-339: Studies in American Literature: Special Topics Special Topics 3 CR 3 CR Course description varies each time the course Course description varies each time the course is offered. is offered. Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG 232 for English majors 232 for English majors

ENG 330 Colonial and Federal American ENG 340 Studies in Early American Black Literature Literature 3 CR 3 CR Focuses on Colonial American Writing: African-American literature from 1790 to 1900, 1620–1800. Bradford, Edwards, Taylor and including the slave narratives, the mockingbird Franklin are studied. school and folk poetry. Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG 232 for English majors 232 for English majors

ENG 331 Literature of the American ENG 341 Studies in Black Writers in America Renaissance 3 CR 3 CR A consideration of Black writers from Dunbar A study of transcendentalists, Hawthorne, and Chesnutt to the present. Study of Harlem Melville, Poe. Renaissance writers, including Wright, Ellison, Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Hayden, Brooks, Tolson, Baldwin, Baraka and 232 for English majors the Black arts movement. Emphasis on the relation of the works to traditional images of Blacks in America and to themes found in ENG 332 Studies in Dickinson to Eliot American literature as a whole. 3 CR Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Reveals much about America’s “Gilded Age” 232 for English majors and America’s emergence into the modern

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ENG 344 Studies in World Literature Cixous, Derrida, Gates and others. Important 3 CR schools of thought include the New Criticism, Semiotics, Phenomenology, Structuralism, Explores works both inside and outside the Neo-Marxism, Deconstruction, Gender Studies, Western canon. African- American Criticism and Post- Prerequisites: ENCC 102 or ENG 222 and ENG Colonialism. 232 for English majors Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair for non-majors. ENG 354 Studies in Writing: Nature Writing 3 CR ENG 362 Rhetoric and Composition This course explores the connections between Pedagogy our natural environment and the diverse ways 3 CR we communicate our ideas, perceptions and This course is designed for students who will feelings about that environment. Writers work be teaching writing in a secondary educational to discover a rhetorical stance and voice that environment. The course demonstrates how effectively evokes the natural world in prose. research, scholarship and theory can inform the teaching of writing. ENG 356 Studies in Writing: Playwriting 3 CR ENG 363-69 Studies in Criticism or Theory: Students learn the techniques of writing Special Topics plays through reading and extensive writing 3 CR assignments. Course description changes each time course is offered. ENG 358-359 Studies In Writing: Special Prerequisite: permission of the Department Topics Chair for non-majors. 3 CR Course description varies each time the course ENG 380 Independent Study is offered. 1–3 CR Work on a special topic to be arranged with an ENG 360 History and Structure of the English instructor who will direct this work. Permission Language of the department chairperson is granted 3 CR to qualified English majors on the basis of a A survey of the major changes in structure, written prospectus. vocabulary and uses of the language from By special arrangement. the earliest times to the present. Explores important findings of modern linguistic ENG 382-385 Seminars on Single Authors scholarship. Required for secondary education. Usually offered as an independent study for 3 CR students needing the course as a Connecticut Studies the works and criticism of a single state teaching requirement; see the English author. Limited enrollment. Department Chair. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair. ENG 361 Literary Theory 3 CR ENG 390-398 Capstone An overview of the history and major concepts 3 CR of critical theory from Nietzsche through Marx, English majors only (see advisor) Freud, Lacan, Barthes, Foucault, Kristeva,

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EUROPEAN STUDIES Reform in Central Europe EC 325 European Economic JOHN RONEY, PH.D. Community Program Director EC 342 European Economic Development ENG 299 The Roots of Irish Literature: European Studies Minor Myths, Sagas and Folktales ENG 299 Modern Irish Literature The multidisciplinary European Studies ENG 316 Studies in Twentieth-Century minor allows students to concentrate on a British Literature broad study of Europe in all its dimensions: history, politics and government, business, FR 280 French Civilization and Culture economics, language and literature. The FR 353–359 Topics in French/Francophone focus of this minor will be on modern and Film contemporary Europe. FR 363–369 Topics in French/Francophone Culture The minor will require 18 credit hours, with at least 3 credits taken in each of the four FR 373–379 Topics in French/Francophone areas listed below: Politics and Government Literature Economics or International Business History HI 218 Modern France Language or Literature HI 255 Celtic and Irish History In addition, students who minor in European HI 257 History and Memory in Studies must demonstrate competency in a Modern Ireland European language at the intermediate level. HI 314 French Revolution and Napoleon COURSEWORK IT 280 italian Civilization and Culture The following courses have been IT 353–359 Topics in Italian Film preapproved. New electives must be IT 363–369 Topics in Italian Culture approved by the director of the European IT 373–379 Topics in Italian Literature Studies program and the chair of the Department of History. Approval will be PO 300 Foundations of Political based on the centrality of the course topic Thought with respect to the study of Europe. PO 309 British Politics PO 310 irish Politics The courses listed below qualify for the above requirements: PO 313 The Politics of European Integration AN 204 introduction to Irish Archeology PO 318 Contemporary European Politics AN 299 The Ethnography of Ireland PO 341 international Law AN 299 Life Histories and Culture Change in Dingle SP 280 Hispanic Civilization and Culture: Spain BU/IB 203 intercultural Management BU/IB 278 Principles of International Business EC 322 international Economics EC 324 Economic Stabilization and

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FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND Major in Spanish CULTURES The Spanish Program is designed to foster students’ linguistic development and to The Department of Foreign Languages provide a broad knowledge of Spanish, and Cultures is oriented toward developing Latin American and US Latino cultures. students’ linguistic abilities as well as Language courses emphasize communicative providing a broad knowledge of foreign competence, but all skill areas (reading, cultures and literatures. Communicative writing, listening and speaking) are competence and oral proficiency are stressed developed. Technology and multimedia in language classes, but all skill areas tools (DVDs, CDs, Internet sources ) enhance (reading, writing, listening and speaking) language learning. The program also offers are developed. Multimedia tools (DVDs, courses in literature, culture and civilization, CDs, Internet sources) are integral to the film, special topics, phonetics and Spanish methodology. The program also provides for the professions. Students are trained to offerings in literature (including comparative think critically about language and culture. literature and literature in translation), culture Courses incorporate textual and linguistic and civilization, linguistics, history and film. analysis, as well as the examination of the Students are trained to think critically about social, cultural and historical context of the foreign languages and cultures. Courses given country or countries. Study abroad incorporate textual and linguistic analysis, as opportunities are available. For further well as the examination of the social, cultural information on the program or on placement and historical context of the given country or into Spanish courses, please contact countries. Professor Mark Mascia, Coordinator of the Spanish Program. Study abroad is encouraged. Sacred Heart University has its own study abroad The major in Spanish requires the completion programs in Spain, Italy, Ireland, France, of 34 credits. Luxembourg and Australia. The University is also affiliated with institutions that offer REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR study abroad opportunities throughout the world, including locations in France, Canada and Latin America. SP 201* Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar I Students can pursue a major in Spanish as SP 202 Advanced Spanish well as minors in French, Italian and Spanish. Composition and Grammar II Courses are also offered in Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Japanese and Latin. SP 397 Spanish Major Portfolio Electives Three courses in Spanish literature: one in Peninsular Faculty literature, one in Latin American literature and one in either CLAIRE MARRONE, PH.D. Professor Three courses in culture, civilization and contemporary issues: one dealing with MARK MASCIA, PH.D. Associate Professor, Chair Spain, one dealing with Latin America and one with either PILAR MUNDAY, PH.D. Three Spanish electives Associate Professor beyond the 200 level

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*For students placed into courses above Associate in Arts General Studies this level, the required 34 credits will be completed through more advanced EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (18 CREDITS) coursework. SP 151* intermediate Spanish I SP 152* intermediate Spanish II Minor in Spanish SP 201* Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar I The minor in Spanish requires the completion SP 202* Advanced Spanish of 18 credits. Composition and Grammar II and/or SP 211* Conversation I REQUIRED COURSES FOR MINOR SP 212* Conversation II and/or Spanish SP 151* intermediate Spanish I electives SP 152* intermediate Spanish II *For students placed into courses above this SP 201* Advanced Spanish level, the required credits will be completed Composition and Grammar I through more advanced coursework. SP 202* Advanced Spanish Composition and Grammar II

The balance of credits may be chosen from Minor in French advanced-level courses. The French Program is designed to foster students’ linguistic development and to *For students placed into courses above provide a broad knowledge of French and this level, the required 18 credits will Francophone cultures. Language courses be completed through more advanced emphasize communicative competence, coursework. but all skill areas (reading, writing, listening Spanish majors seeking to pursue a 5th-Year and speaking) are developed. Technology Masters in Education must demonstrate oral and multimedia tools (DVDs, CDs, Internet and written proficiency in Spanish by their sources ) enhance language learning. The undergraduate senior year. The Department program also offers courses in literature, requires that these students take the culture and civilization, film and comparative ACTFL (American Council of the Teaching topics. Students are trained to think critically of Foreign Languages) Oral Proficiency about language and culture. Courses Interview and the Writing Proficiency Test incorporate textual and linguistic analysis, as at the end of their junior year. If the student well as the examination of the social, cultural does not achieve a level of intermediate and historical context of the given country high in both tests, as required by the State or countries. Study abroad opportunities of Connecticut, he/she must meet with an are available. For further information on advisor and to discuss the possibility of the program or on placement into French studying abroad. Students in this situation courses, please contact Professor Claire may retake the exam during their senior year. Marrone, Coordinator of the French Program. Both exams can be taken at Sacred Heart For students who begin college study at the University with one of the Spanish professors beginning (FR 101-102) or intermediate (FR acting as proctor. For more information on 151–152) levels, the French minor requires these tests, check the ACTFL testing website the completion of 18 credits. Students begin at www.languagelearning.com. accumulating credits toward the minor at the intermediate level. For students who begin college study at the advanced (FR

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201–202) level or above, the minor requires topics. Students are trained to think critically the completion of 12 credits. about language and culture. Courses incorporate textual and linguistic analysis, as REQUIRED COURSES FOR MINOR well as the examination of the social, cultural and historical context of the given country or countries. Study abroad opportunities FR 151* intermediate French I are available. For further information on the FR 152* intermediate French II program or on placement into Italian courses, FR 201* Topics in French Language please contact Professor Claire Marrone, and Culture I Coordinator of the Italian Program. FR 202* Topics in French Language For students who begin college study at and Culture II the beginning (IT 101-102) or intermediate Six credits of upper-level French electives (IT 151–152) levels, the Italian minor requires the completion of 18 credits. Students begin *For students placed into courses above this accumulating credits toward the minor at the level, the required credits will be completed intermediate level. For students who begin through more advanced coursework. college study at the advanced (IT 201–202) level or above, the minor requires the completion of 12 credits. Associate in Arts General Studies REQUIRED COURSES FOR MINOR Emphasis Requirements [18 credits at the IT 151* intermediate Italian I intermediate level (FR 151-152) and above] IT 152* intermediate Italian II FR 151* intermediate French I IT 201* Topics in Italian Language and FR 152* intermediate French II Culture I FR 201* Advanced French I IT 202* Topics in Italian Language and FR 202* Advanced French II Culture II Electives Six credits of upper-level Six credits of upper-level Italian electives French electives *For students placed into courses above this *For students placed into courses above this level, the required credits will be completed level, the required credits will be completed through more advanced coursework. through more advanced coursework.

Associate in Arts General Studies Minor in Italian EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS [18 CREDITS The Italian Program is designed to foster AT THE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (IT 151–152]) students’ linguistic development and to AND ABOVE] provide a broad knowledge of Italian culture IT 151* intermediate Italian I and that of the diaspora. Language courses IT 152* intermediate Italian II emphasize communicative competence, but all skill areas (reading, writing, listening IT 201* Advanced Italian I and speaking) are developed. Technology IT 202* Advanced Italian II and multimedia tools (DVDs, CDs, Internet Electives 6 credits of upper-level Italian sources) enhance language learning. The electives. program also offers courses in literature, culture and civilization, film and comparative

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*For students placed into courses above this FR 107-108 Beginning French Language and level, the required credits will be completed Culture in France I and II through more advanced coursework. 3-4 CR each Beginning level language courses taken in France. Students placed according to their Arabic Course Descriptions level. Focus on oral and written expressions. Study of French culture integral to course. AB 101–102 - Beginning Arabic I, II 3 CR each †FR 151–152 - Intermediate French I, II Intended to give students a foundation in 3 CR each standard Arabic. Students learn to produce Continued emphasis on communicative Arabic sounds and write its letters. They are competence and oral proficiency. Review taught basic vocabulary, common phrases and intensified study of grammar. Readings, and greetings to communicate in various vocabulary building, composition, listening settings. The Arabic world and its differing comprehension and conversation. French cultures and dialects are examined. and Francophone cultures integral to course. Multimedia tools (CDs, Internet sources) enhance course. Chinese Course Descriptions Prerequisite: FR 102 for FR151; FR 151 for FR152; or placement CN 101-102 - Beginning Chinese I, II FR 157-158 Intermediate French Language 3 CR each and Culture in France I and II Intended for beginning-level students. 3-4 credits each Emphasizes the fundamentals of Chinese. Includes basic grammar, development of Intermediate-level language courses taken comprehension and expression. Introduction in France. Students placed according to their to Chinese characters. Incorporates level. Continued development of oral and appreciation of Chinese culture. written expression. Study of French culture integral to course.

FR 201–202 - Topics in French Language French Course Descriptions and Culture I, II † Elective Core Course 3 CR each Designed to fortify proficiency in the various †FR 101-102 - Beginning French I, II skill areas (reading, writing, listening and 3 CR each speaking) and cultural awareness. Prepares Intended for beginning-level students. students for upper-division literature and Emphasis on building communicative culture classes. Includes complex grammar competence and oral proficiency. All four review and extensive writing in various skill areas covered, including reading, writing, styles and genres; cultural and literary listening and speaking. An appreciation of readings; oral expression. Audiovisual and/ French and Francophone cultures integral or technological materials incorporated into to course. Multimedia tools (videos, CDs, class. Internet sources) enhance course. Prerequisite: FR 152 for FR 201 or placement; FR 201 for FR 202 or placement

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†FR 203 - Advanced Conversation and FR 281 - Francophone Civilization and Contemporary Issues Culture 3 CR 3 CR Development of advanced proficiency Content varies. Promotes understanding of and communicative competence Francophone peoples through their through discussion of current events and histories, cultures, politics, religious beliefs contemporary issues. Varied readings and lifestyles. Readings, films, the visual (newspapers, magazines, technological arts and music are incorporated. Taught in sources) and activities (debates, skits). French. Prerequisites: FR 152 or placement Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement †FR 251 - Early French Writers 3 CR FR 282 - Business French A survey of representative literary texts from 3–4 CR the Middle Ages through the 17th century. Focuses on commercial French style and Discussion of historical and cultural context. cultural aspects of business life in France Several literary genres (novel, poetry, drama, and the Francophone world. Emphasis on etc.) treated. Critical techniques introduced. commercial vocabulary and idioms most Taught in French. used in business situations. Taught in French. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or Prerequisite: FR 152 or placement placement FR 283 - Franco–Italian Connections †FR 252 - French and Francophone Writers 3–4 CR Then and Now 3 CR Content varies. Comparative course focusing on historical and cultural connections and A survey of representative literary texts from contrasts between France and Italy. May treat the 18th century to the present. Discussion of particular period (war years, contemporary historical and cultural context. Both canonical times). Can include literature, film, music and lesser-known works in several literary and the visual arts. Taught in English with genres (novel, poetry, drama, autobiography, language-specific assignments for foreign etc.) treated. Critical techniques introduced. language students. Taught in French. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement placement FR 315 - Paris FR 280 - French Civilization and Culture 3 CR 3 CR Focuses on culture of Paris through art, Promotes understanding of the history and history, literature, music, film and popular culture of the French with emphasis on arts, culture. May treat particular period (Paris politics, language, thought and lifestyle. during the Revolution, contemporary Paris). Readings, films, the visual arts and music May include issues such as Paris as cultural are incorporated. Audiovisual and / or center, expatriates in Paris and the future of technological materials incorporated into the city. Taught in French. class. Taught in French. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or Prerequisite: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement placement

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FR 316 - Quebec Francophone women in a variety of genres 3 CR including novel, autobiography, drama, poetry and letters. Discussion of feminist Focuses on Quebec region in its historical literary criticism and theory. May treat and cultural contexts. Includes issues such specific period. as national identity, language and the relationship to France. Taught in French. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 201 or placement Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement FR 373–379 - Topics in French/ Francophone Literature FR 353–359 - Topics in French/ Francophone Film 3–4 CR 3–4 CR Content varies. Study of particular authors, movements (surrealism), periods and genres Content varies. Study of particular film (novel, drama). directors, movements (Poetic Realism, New Wave), periods and genres. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement FR 399 - Independent Study FR 363–369 - Topics in French/ 1–3 CR Francophone Culture Work on special topic to be arranged with 3–4 CR instructor who directs work. Permission of the department chairperson is granted Content varies. Study of particular periods to qualified students in French on basis of (French Revolution), locations, movements written prospectus. and representative individuals (politicians, artists). By special arrangement Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement Gaelic Course Descriptions FR 371 - Literary Travelers, Exiles and Expatriates GL 107-108 Beginning Irish I, II 3–4 CR 3 CR Treats literary representations of travel, This course sequence will introduce students exile and expatriation. Emphasis on works to the Irish Language with an emphasis on in a variety of genres including novel, developing speaking, listening, reading, autobiography and letters. Issues include and writing skills at a basic level. Students life abroad and life in exile, bicultural and will gain exposure to a broad range of Irish multicultural identity, displacement and vocabulary, grammar patterns and major subjectivity, bilingualism and confrontations tenses. Finally, through this introduction to with foreign cultures. May treat specific the Irish language students will be exposed period. to Irish culture and history. Prerequisites: FR 201 and FR 202 or placement

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Haitian Creole Course Descriptions comprehension and conversation. Italian culture integral to course. Multimedia tools HC 101-102 Beginning Haitian Creole (videos, CDs, Internet sources) enhance course. 3 CR Prerequisite: IT 102 for IT 151; IT 151 for IT 152; This course sequence will introduce students or placement to the Haitian Creole language. The overall objective is to help develop student †IT 157–158 - Intermediate Italian Language proficiency in speaking, reading, writing and and Culture in Italy I & II listening skills in Haitian Creole. The courses will be thematically focused for students 3 CR each interested in working in development Intermediate-level language courses taken in projects and in post-earthquake disaster Italy. Students placed according to their level. relief. Also, it may have a service learning Continued development of oral and written component. In addition to the instruction expression. Study of Italian culture integral to of Haitian Creole, students will become the course. acquainted with Haitian history, culture and society. †IT 201–202 - Topics in Italian Language and Culture I, II 3 CR each Italian Course Descriptions Designed to fortify proficiency in the various † Elective Core Course skill areas (reading, writing, listening and speaking) and cultural awareness. Prepares †IT 101-102 - Beginning Italian I, II students for upper-division literature and culture classes. Includes complex grammar 3 CR each review and extensive writing in various Intended for beginning-level students. styles and genres; cultural and literary Emphasis on building communicative readings; oral expression. Audiovisual and/ competence and oral proficiency. All four skill or technological materials incorporated into areas are covered including reading, writing, class. listening and speaking. An appreciation Prerequisite: IT 152 or placement for IT 201; IT of Italian culture is integral to the course. 201 or placement for IT 202 Multimedia tools (videos, CDs, Internet sources) enhance course. †IT 203 - Advanced Conversation and Contemporary Issues †IT 107–108 - Beginning Italian Language and Culture in Italy I & II 3 CR 3-4 CR each Development of advanced proficiency and communicative competence Beginning-level language courses taken in through discussion of current events and Italy. Students placed according to their level. contemporary issues. Varied readings Focus on oral and written expression. Study (newspapers, magazines, technological of Italian culture integral to the course. sources) and activities (debates, skits).

†IT 151–152 - Intermediate Italian I, II Prerequisites: IT 152 or placement 3 CR each IT 204 Explorations in Italian Film Continued emphasis on communicative 3 CR competence and oral proficiency. Review and intensified study of grammar. Readings, Key films in Italian Cinema. Depending vocabulary building, composition, listening on semester, either overview of tradition

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or focus on particular period/movement. Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Cultural and historical contexts of films. Improvement in critical and linguistic skills. IT 290 - The Italian Short Story Prerequisite: IT 152 3 credits Discussion of short story tradition in Italian †IT 251 - Early Italian Writers literature. Stories by canonical authors and 3 CR writers new to literary scene. Focus on A survey of representative literary texts from literary technique and historical and cultural the Middle Ages through the 17th century. context of stories. Discussion of historical and cultural context. Prerequisite IT 201 and 202 or placement. Several literary genres (novel, poetry, drama, etc.) treated. Critical techniques introduced. IT 353–359 - Topics in Italian Film Taught in Italian. 3–4 CR Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Content varies. Study of particular film directors, movements (Neorealism), periods †IT 252 - Italian Writers Then and Now and genres. 3 CR Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement A survey of representative literary texts from the 18th century to the present. Discussion of IT 363–369 - Topics in Italian Culture historical and cultural context. Both canonical and lesser-known works in several literary 3–4 CR genres (novel, poetry, drama, autobiography, Content varies. Study of particular periods etc.). Critical techniques introduced. Taught (Risorgimento), locations, movements in Italian. (Fascism) and representative individuals. Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Prerequisites: IT 201 and 202 or placement

IT 280 - Italian Civilization and Culture IT 371 - Literary Travelers, Exiles and 3 CR Expatriates Promotes understanding of the history 3–4 CR and culture of Italians with emphasis on Treats literary representations of travel, the arts, politics, language, thought and exile and expatriation. Emphasis on works lifestyle. Readings, films, the visual arts and in a variety of genres including novel, music are incorporated. Audiovisual and/ autobiography and letters. Issues include or technological materials incorporated into life abroad and life in exile, bicultural and class. Taught in Italian. multicultural identity, displacement and Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement subjectivity, bilingualism and confrontations with foreign cultures. May treat specific period. IT 283 - Franco–Italian Connections 3–4 CR Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Content varies. Comparative course focusing IT 372 Women Writers on historical and cultural connections and contrasts between France and Italy. May treat 3–4 CR particular period (war years, contemporary Treats literary works by Italian women in a times). Can include literature, film, music variety of genres including novel, and the visual arts. Taught in English with autobiography, drama, poetry and letters. language-specific assignments for foreign Discussion of feminist literary criticism and language students.

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theory. May treat specific period. †JP 151–152 - Intermediate Japanese I, II Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement 3 CR each Continued emphasis on communicative IT 373–379 Topics in Italian Literature competence and oral proficiency. Review 3–4 CR and intensified study of structure, reading, vocabulary building, composition, Content varies. Study of particular authors, listening comprehension and conversation. movements, periods and genres (short story, Incorporates an appreciation of Japanese drama). culture. Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Prerequisite: JP 102 for JP 151; JP 151 for JP 152; or placement IT 380 Dante and the Italian Literary Tradition 3 CR Latin Course Descriptions An advanced literature course focusing on Dante Alighieri’s Commedia, in particular LT 101-102 - Beginning Latin, I, II the Inferno. Also treats Dante’s influence on the Italian literary tradition through 3 CR each contemporary times. Intended for beginning-level students. Prerequisites: IT 201 and IT 202 or placement Emphasizes fundamentals of Latin. Includes basic grammar, development of comprehension and expression. IT 399 Independent Study Short readings and cultural background 3 CR incorporated into sequence. Work on a special topic to be arranged with instructor who directs this work. Permission of the department chairperson is granted to qualified students in Italian on basis of Spanish Course Descriptions written prospectus. † Elective Core Course By special arrangement. †SP 101-102 - Beginning Spanish I, II 3 CR each Japanese Course Descriptions For students with no previous Spanish education. Basic grammar patterns oral † Elective Core Course practice, reading and writing are studied. Placement by department †JP 101–102 - Beginning Japanese I, II 3 CR each †SP 103–104 - Advanced Beginning Spanish Intended for beginning-level students. I, II An introduction to modern Japanese 3 CR each pronunciation, drills, grammar and For students with some knowledge of conversation practice with an introduction to Spanish (one or two years of high school the hiragana and katakana writing system. and not native speakers). Courses review Incorporates an appreciation of Japanese basic grammar patterns. Extensive practice culture. in listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish. Placement by department

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†SP 109 – Spanish for Health Professionals SP 207–208 - Spanish Language and Culture 3 CR each in Spain I, II This course will introduce students to the 3 CR each Spanish language with an emphasis on Four weeks, intensive summer study developing speaking, listening, reading and abroad in Granada, Spain. Students are writing skills at a basic level with vocabulary placed according to their level of language. and content related to the medical field and The courses include extensive practice in other health professions. The course will listening, speaking, reading and writing of provide the necessary language skills to Spanish and serve as an introduction to the deal with general examination, symptoms culture, customs and history of Spain. Field and prognosis and will also explore diverse trips to Sevilla and Córdoba. Spanish-speaking cultures through a variety of materials and their role in health idioms †SP 211–212 - Conversation I, II and phraseology. 3 CR each Emphasis on intensive oral practice, short †SP 151–152 - Intermediate Spanish I, II speeches and group discussions. 3 CR each Prerequisite: SP 152 or placement Review of and expanded study of Spanish grammar to consolidate what has been †SP 215–216 - Spanish Readings and acquired previously. Extensive practice in Discussion I, II listening, speaking, reading and writing Spanish enables students to function in a 3 CR each Spanish-speaking environment. Designed to improve reading ability and self- Prerequisite: SP 102 or SP 104 or placement expression through readings chosen from Spanish authors, newspapers and magazines. †SP 201–202 - Advanced Spanish Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or Composition and Grammar I, II placement 3 CR each †SP 241 - Spanish Phonetics and Phonology Focus on most challenging aspects of grammar such as imperfect/preterite or the 3 CR use of the subjunctive and writing controlled A study of the sounds of the language. compositions based on selections previously Recommended for all Spanish majors and read and discussed. those who expect to teach Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 152 or placement Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement SP 203 - Spanish for the Professions 3 CR †SP 251–252 - Spanish Literature I, II Designed for students in Nursing, Physical 3 CR each Therapy and Social Work. Emphasis is on Spanish literature from the Middle Ages to special topics related to those professions, the present. Oral and written reports are focusing on communicating in Spanish. required. Service learning required. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or Prerequisites: SP 152 or placement placement

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†SP 253–259 - Special Topics in the †SP 283 - The Hispanic Caribbean Literature of Spain 3 CR 3 CR each A comprehensive study of the main historical Course description varies each time the and cultural development of the Caribbean course is offered. world. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement placement

†SP 261–262 - Masterpieces of Latin- SP 299 - Special Topics in Spanish American Literature I, II 3 CR 3 CR each Designates new or occasional courses Latin-American literature from the Colonial that may or may not become part of the period to the present. department’s permanent offerings. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement placement

†SP 263–269 - Special Topics: Latin- †SP 315–320 - Contemporary Issues American Literature 3 CR each 3 CR each Discussions based on current materials, Course description varies each time the including books, newspapers, magazines and course is offered. movies from the Spanish world. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or SP 201 and SP 202 or placement placement †SP 341 - Spanish Linguistics †SP 280 - Hispanic Civilization and Culture: 3 CR Spain Teaches the relationship between linguistics 3 CR and the learning of a new language. History and culture of the Spanish people Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or from their origins to the present day with placement emphasis on their arts, thought and lifestyle. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or †SP 353–359 - Advanced Topics in Spanish placement Literature 3 CR each †SP 281 - Hispanic Civilization and Culture: The study of literature from Spain. Course Latin America description varies each time the course is 3 CR offered. Emphasis on understanding the Spanish- Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or American people through the different placement periods of their history and their reactions to political, religious and economic problems. †SP 363–369 - Advanced Topics in Latin- Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or American Literature placement 3 CR each The study of literature from Latin America. Description varies each time the course is offered.

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Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement

SP 382 - The Cultures of Medieval Spain 3 CR A study of the three cultures and religious traditions comprising Medieval Spain, from the fall of the Roman Empire to 1492: Christian, Moorish (Arab) and Jewish. Varied readings, as well as written assignments oral presentations and class discussions are required. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement

SP 385 - The Society of Golden Age Spain 3 CR A comprehensive study of the society and culture of Golden Age Spain (1500–1700). Varied readings from different historical and cultural perspectives are required, along with written assignments, class discussion and oral presentations. Prerequisites: SP 201 and SP 202 or placement

SP 397 - Spanish Major Portfolio 1 CR This course is a one-credit, pass-fail senior capstone experience which assesses the aggregate quality of a student’s writing and speaking abilities as seen throughout the entire major. Students must save their work from several years’ worth of major classes and, within the parameters of the portfolio’s requirements, upload their work to an online portfolio site. To be offered and taken during student’s senior/final year

SP 399 - Independent Study 3 CR Work on a special topic to be arranged with instructor who directs this work. Permission of the department chairperson is granted to qualified students in Spanish on basis of written prospectus. By special arrangement

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GLOBAL STUDIES GS 150 World Geography GS 101 introduction to Global Studies LESLEY DENARDIS, PH.D. Program Director The remaining 12 credits must be distributed among two of the area concentrations for a total of 6 credits in each area. In addition, students must demonstrate competency in a Global Studies Major foreign language at the intermediate level.

The major in Global Studies responds to the COURSEWORK AND GROUPS demands of the 21st century by preparing students for an interdependent world. The following courses have been Globalization has accelerated the forces of preapproved. New electives in these fields economic, social, and political integration must be approved by the Director of the presenting both opportunities and Global Studies major. Approval will be based challenges. It is designed for students who on the centrality of the course topic with have strong international interests and wish respect to issues of global relevance. to pursue those interests in a degree-length program of study that will prepare them Program Core Courses for engagement in a globalized world with AN 110 Human Cultural Diversity the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to confront the most pressing international EC 101 introduction to Economics issues. GS 101 introduction to Global Studies GS 150 World Geography REQUIREMENTS GS 301 Senior Seminar or At least 39 credits will be required for the Senior Thesis major to be distributed in the following way: PO 122 introduction to International Relations Students must complete a common core of PO 299 international Political seven courses and six elective courses to be Economy chosen from among five areas: Asian Area Studies, European Area Studies, International Elective Courses Systems, Latin American Area Studies or Middle Eastern Studies and African Studies. Latin American Studies Students must equally distribute the six ENG 344 World Literature elective courses among two concentrations half of which must be upper division courses. HI 207 Survey of Latin American Additionally students are required to gain History to 1826 advanced level competency in a foreign HI 208 Survey of Latin American language as demonstrated by coursework History since 1826 at the 200 level or higher, and apply and HI 212 20th Century Latin America expand their knowledge in a study abroad experience. HI 311 Discovery and Conquest 1492-1598 MINOR REQUIREMENTS PO 315 Latin American Politics SP 281 Hispanic Civilization and Students who minor in Global Studies must Culture: Latin America complete 18 credits which includes two SP 283 The Hispanic Caribbean mandatory 3 credit courses:

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European Studies HI 255 Celtic and Irish History AN 204 introduction to Irish HI 257 History and Memory in Archeology Modern Ireland AN 299 Special Topics: The Ethnology HI 287 The Holocaust of Ireland IT 203 Advanced Conversation and AN 299 Special Topics: Life Histories Contemporary Issues and Culture of Dingle IT 251 Early Italian Writers EC 342 European Economic IT 252 italian Writers Then and Now Development IT 280 italian Civilization and Culture ENG 299 Special Topics The Roots of Irish Literature: Myths, Sagas IT 283 Franco-Italian Connections and Folktales IT 290 The Italian Short Story ENG 299 Special Topics Modern Irish IT 353-359 Special Topics in Italian Film Literature IT 363-369 Special Topics in Italian ENG 324 The Romantic Period in British Culture Literature IT 371 Literary Travelers, Exiles and ENG 325 The Victorian Period in British Expatriates Literature IT 372 Women Writers ENG 327 Twentieth Century British IT 373-379 Special Topics in Italian Literature Literature FR 203 Advanced Conversation and IT 380 Dante and the Italian Literary Contemporary Issues Tradition FR 251 Early French Writers PH 307 Philosophy of Lived- FR 252 French and Francophone Experience Writers Then and Now PH 312 Philosophy of Marx FR 281 French Civilization and Culture PH 313 Contemporary Continental FR 282 Business French Philosophy FR 283 Franco-Italian Connections PO 300 Foundations in Political FR 315 Paris Thought FR 316 Quebec PO 309 British Politics FR 353-359 Special Topics in French/ PO 310 irish Politics Francophone Film PO 313 Politics of European FR 363-369 Special Topics in French/ Integration Francophone Culture PO 318 Contemporary European FR 371 Literary Travelers, Exiles and Politics Expatriates SP 280 Hispanic Culture and FR 372 Women Writers Civilization FR 373-379 Special Topics in French/ TRS 333 Women in Celtic Christianity Francophone Literature TRS 336 Theology and Native Irish HI 314 French Revolution and Spirituality Napoleon TRS 364 Religion of Contemporary HI 216 Princes to Peasants Ireland HI 218 Modern France

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Asian Area Studies Course Descriptions HI 281 introduction to the Civilization of East Asia GS 101 Introduction to Global Studies HI 283 History of Modern China to 3 CR 1920 The course is designed to introduce students HI 285 China in Revolution to the field of global studies by promoting PH 229 Eastern Philosophy an understanding of the interconnectedness and interdependence of global processes. PH 330 East/West Comparative Global studies imparts an appreciation Philosophy for the complexity of world societies and PO 316 South Asian Politics broadens our understanding of challenges TRS 260 Eastern Religions through an interdisciplinary approach to 21st century problems. The course approach is Middle Eastern and African Studies interdisciplinary with special attention given AN 201 World Cultures to political, economic, social historical and cultural patterns that mark globalization HI 236 History of the Arab World processes. Specific topics to be explored are HI 238 Modern Arab World the environment, migration, human rights, PO 314 Middle East Politics peace, conflict, global trade and economic linkages. PO 317 African Politics

TRS 261 islam GS 150 World Geography TRS 360 Women in World Religions 3 CR TRS 361 Women in Islam Surveys the wide spectrum of topics that comprise modern physical and cultural International Systems geography. Topics include earth/sun BU 203 Cross-Cultural Relations relationships, atmosphere, landforms, BU 278 Principles of International hydrology, biosphere and energy flow. Business Also, population, culture, religion, politics, economics, agriculture and industrial/ EC 302 Global Financial Markets and urbanization. Overview concepts include Institutions mapping, regions and environmental issues. EC 322 international Economics PO 242 international Organizations GS 301 Senior Seminar or Senior Thesis PO 244 American Foreign Policy 3 CR PO 285 Future Politics Advanced study of a particular theme or PO 303 Modern Political Ideologies topic in a seminar setting. Required capstone course for Global Studies majors. PO 341 international Law Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission. SO 254 Society and Global Economic Change TRS 341 Religion, War and Peace TRS 342 Human Rights TRS 383 Holocaust, Genocide and Religion

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HISTORY HI 301 Historical Method and Criticism The History degree opens doors to a variety of career possibilities. The History major Select either of two tracks for the capstone: provides excellent preparation for a career in teaching, law, politics, business, government, Senior Seminar Track journalism, foreign service, curatorship/ HI 395 Senior Seminar Preparation museum management and many other fields. The student of history acquires not HI 396 Senior Seminar only knowledge but also skills in research, Electives Seven History electives, analysis, judgment of evidence and the including at least one in each organization and expression of ideas. These of the following areas: The skills and the ability to think analytically Ancient World, Europe, Latin and solve problems that a major in History America and East Asia imparts are highly valued qualities in today’s world. Senior Thesis Track (3.2+ GPA) IL 302 information Literacy for History Faculty HI 397 Senior Thesis Preparation HI 398 Senior Thesis THOMAS D. CURRAN, PH.D. Professor

CHARLOTTE M. GRADIE, PH.D. Minor in History Professor A minor in History requires the completion of the following 18 credits: JENNIFER MCLAUGHLIN, M.A. Instructor REQUIRED COURSES HI 222 United States History to 1865 JULIE A. MUJIC, PH.D. HI 223 United States History since Assistant Professor 1865 Electives One elective from each of JOHN B. RONEY, PH.D. Professor four areas: The Ancient World, Europe, Latin America and East Asia See also Minors GREGORY VIGGIANO, PH.D. in European Studies, Global Associate Professor Studies and Latin America.

Major in History Associate in Arts General Studies A major in History requires the completion of 36 credits in History. EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (18 CREDITS) HI 222 United States History to 1865 REQUIRED COURSES HI 223 United States History since HI 222 United States History to 1865 1865 HI 223 United States History since Electives Four History electives 1865 including one in each of the following areas: Ancient,

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European, the East Asian and †HI 207 History of Latin America to 1826 Latin America 3 CR Examines the Spanish and Portuguese conquest and empire building, culture and Course Descriptions society during the colonial age and the disintegration of the empires by 1826. † Elective Core Course Note: each course at the 200 level is open †HI 208 History of Latin America since 1826 to students who have taken HICC 101 or 3 CR instructor’s permission and each course at the 300 level is open only to students Examines the history of Latin America from who have had HICC 101 and are in their the wars of independence to the 21st century. sophomore year or higher or have permission Topics include Latin America and the world of the instructor. economy, 20th-century revolutions, the emergence of mass politics, the changing role of religion and foreign relations. HICC 101 The Human Journey: Historical Paths to Civilization †HI 209 The U.S. and Latin America through 3 CR History HICC101 is part of Sacred Heart University’s 3 CR Common Core, The Human Journey. Framed by the Common Core’s four fundamental Traces the connections between the two questions of human meaning and value, regions from the colonial period to the this course is designed to provide first-year present. Topics covered include political, college students with an understanding of economic and diplomatic relations, border the elements of Western Civilization from the conflicts, immigration and questions of ancient world to the end of the Renaissance, identity. including the Catholic intellectual tradition. HICC101 will also provide students with †HI 212 Contemporary Latin America sufficient knowledge of the history and 3 CR culture of a non-western civilization (China) An in-depth study of the changes in Latin to allow for meaningful comparison of the America from the mid-twentieth century two cultures. Primary texts will be used to to the present. Examines the major issues bring students into close contact with the from the Mexican Revolution of 1910 to the main thinkers of the period and to show how Cuban Revolution of 1959 as well as current historians use written records to interpret problems. Topics include dependency, the past. Marxism, Peronism, neo- liberalism and social and political change in the region. †HI 202 Europe and the World 3 CR †HI 214 French Revolution and Napoleon This course provides an introduction to the 3 CR historical development of Europe from the Traces the path of the French Revolution Renaissance to the present in the context of from its origins through each of its political world history. Through the study of European phases from 1789 to 1799. It culminates colonialism, world wars and capitalist with the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, his economic expansion, students are presented achievements and failures and the end of the with the global nature of the history of the empire in 1815. West. Does not fulfill requirement as an European elective.

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†HI 216 Princes to Peasants †HI 224 Freedom in American History 3 CR 3 CR A survey of European social history from Examines the history of freedom in America the 14th century to the late 19th century. as a contested ideal. Treatment of blacks in Emphasis on the household and family, slavery and the political rights of women are gender, social class and rank, the body and among the topics covered. death and material and daily life. †HI 229 History of Sports in America †HI 218 Modern France 3 CR 3 CR Examines the development of major Follows the political, economic and religious spectator sports in America from their developments from 1789 to the 1960s. It fragmentary, localized beginnings to their examines the last monarchy under Louis highly organized and enormously powerful Philippe, the rise of democracy by 1848 and present condition. numerous political factions and World War I and II, culminating in the person of Charles †HI 230 The Civil War de Gaulle. Attention is given to continuity 3 CR and change to understand the character of France. Examines an epic and transformative period in U.S. history from a multidimensional perspective. The clash of arms, military and †HI 221 Politics and Society in Colonial civilian leaders, lives of ordinary soldiers America and civilians, politics and economies of the 3 CR Union and Confederacy and “new birth of Explores the cultural, social and political freedom” that ended slavery are reviewed history of the British North American and discussed. colonies from the eve of the first contact of indigenous and colonizing cultures to the †HI 231 The Cold War and American Society American Revolution (roughly 1492–1783). 3 CR Explores the roots and development of the †HI 222 United States History to 1865 Cold War between the United States and 3 CR U.S.S.R. (1946–91); its impact on American Examines American development from social, political, economic and cultural values the period of exploration to the conclusion and practices; and some of its long-term of the Civil War. Major themes include consequences for the nation’s society and colonial society, the Revolution, 19th-century place in the world. expansion and economic growth, slavery and the War for the Union. †HI 234 Catholics in American Society 3 CR †HI 223 United States History since 1865 This course focuses on the social and cultural 3 CR history of American Catholics beginning Analyzes United States development from with the earliest contact between native Reconstruction to the present, examining Americans and European colonists to the major social, political, economic and foreign relationship between Catholics and other policy developments and their impact on religious groups, as well as within American American life. Catholic communities up to the present day.

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†HI 236 History of the Arab World I: From with the Great War itself, such as Periclean Muhammad to the Ottoman Empire strategy, the plague in Athens, civil war in 3 CR Corcyra, Pylos affair, Sicilian expedition and oligarchic revolution. A study of the rise of Islam and the emergence of the Arabs as a world power. Discussion focuses on the achievements of †HI 245 Alexander the Great Muhammad, the institution of the caliphate, 3 CR Umayyad and Abbasid empires, Crusades This seminar will examine Macedonian and decline of Arab influence in the Near background, accession, military career East under the pressure of Turkish expansion. and historical significance of Philip II’s son Alexander III; analysis of sources and †HI 238 The Modern Arab World historiographical tradition. Students can form 3 CR a personal estimate of Alexander based on their understanding of the sources. This course begins with the breakup of the Ottoman Empire and delineates the rise of the Arab states in recent times. †HI 246 Roman History: The Republic 3 CR †HI 242 Ancient Greek History This course surveys Roman history from 3 CR the legendary founding of Rome to the death of Julius Caesar (753 BC – 44 BC) This course surveys ancient Greek history and the development of republican political from the Late Bronze Age to the outbreak institutions, the nature of Roman Imperialism, of the Peloponnesian War (1500 BC – 431 Rome’s encounter with Greek culture and the BC) and the emergence of the Greek polis, fall of the Republic. the development of Athenian Democracy, the growth of Athenian Imperialism and the rivalry between Athens. †HI 248 Roman Empire and Christianity 3 CR †HI 243 Golden Age of Greece This course surveys Roman history from 3 CR death of Julius Caesar to the fall of Roman Empire in the west (44 BC – 476 BC). The This course examines the development of class also examines the rise of Christianity high culture in archaic and classical Greece; and how it went from being a persecuted art, literature, philosophy, religion and Jewish sect to the state religion of Rome; democracy of Athens from 7th c. to death of and considers the relationship between Socrates and. Solon, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Paganism and Christianity in late antiquity; Euripides, the Sophists, Thucydides and as well the reasons for the decline and fall of Aristophanes. Topics include role of Pericles the western empire. in Athenian democracy, imperialism, Peloponnesian War. †HI 252 Medieval Europe †HI 244 Thucydides and the 3 CR Peloponnesian War Topics include Feudalism and Christendom, 3 CR Islam and the Crusades, the Carolingian Empire and the rise of national states. This course is a seminar that examines Important elements include art and Peloponnesian War and the brilliant historian architecture, cosmology and alchemy, who reported it. The class begins ancient hierarchy, the rise of the early Renaissance, Greek history and the institutions of the as well as different types of work and polis; and discussion of topics connected “callings.”

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†HI 253 From Rembrandt to Van Gogh †HI 283 The History of Modern China to 1920 3 CR 3 CR This course examines the history of the Low Presents the history of modern China from Countries through art and written texts from approximately 1800 to 1920 emphasizing the 1400 to 1850. It also compares and contrasts decay of traditional culture and the Chinese the development of Flemish and Dutch art response to the West. and literature and shows how religion played an important part in the formation of early- †HI 285 China in Revolution modern Low-Countries culture. 3 CR Examines the history of 20th-century China †HI 254 The Renaissance and Reformation focusing on the rise to power of the Chinese 3 CR Communist Party and its efforts to transform A study of the transition from medieval to China into a modern nation. modern society through investigation of political, social, economic, religious and †HI 287 The Holocaust cultural factors involved in the change. 3 CR Explores man’s inhumanity to man as †HI 255 Celtic and Irish History exemplified by the Nazi murder of two-thirds 3 CR of European Jewry. Historical, psychological, This course surveys Celts, from ancient sociological and literary themes; prejudice in continental European tribes, through general and anti-Semitism in particular are Medieval, to modern Ireland. Focus will be studied and followed by an inquiry into the on several debates on emotive events, such Nazi years. as Cromwell’s conquest, Irish rebellions, the Famine, independence, culture and identity. †HI 299 Special Topics in History Does not fulfill requirement as an European 3 CR elective. Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the †HI 257 History and Memory in Modern department’s permanent offerings. Courses Ireland capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty 3 CR member’s particular interest, an experimental This course examines collective memory in alternative to existing courses, etc. relation to official history and considers the Prerequisites established by the department place of landscape, tourism, poetry and song as appropriate for the specific course. Course as it reflects on Irish cultural identity. title is shown on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for †HI 281 Introduction to the Civilization of available topics. East Asia 3 CR †HI 300 The Vietnam War An overview of the history of China and 3 CR Japan from prehistoric times to the late A survey of the war in Vietnam emphasizing traditional period (approximately 1800). the colonial origins of the conflict, United Intended to enhance students’ appreciation States and Vietnamese strategies and the of the uniqueness and coherence of these causes of the American defeat. Does not two ancient civilizations. fulfill requirement as an East Asian elective.

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HI 301 Historical Method and Criticism †HI 377 The Great Depression and New Deal 3 CR 3 CR An introduction to the history of historical Examines the origins and impact of the Great thinking and writing, the contemporary field Depression and the transformative changes of historical methods and theories and the in American society and government created research tools and skills necessary for the during the New Deal administration of study of history and the writing of papers President Franklin D. Roosevelt. and essays. †HI 391 Internship Program †HI 311 Discovery and Conquest, 1492-1598 3 or 6 CR 3 CR Offers qualified students supervised field Examines the major themes of the European experience in an area allied with their own expansion beginning in the early Middle Ages interests. Internships are arranged in advance to the Portuguese and Spanish conquest and of the semester they are to be taken. colonization of the Americas and Asia. Topics Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor include European and Indian worldviews, biological and demographic consequences of HI 395 Senior Seminar Preparation contact, development of a conquest culture in the Americas and the role of missionaries 3 CR and conquistadors. Does not fulfill This course prepared students for their requirement as a Latin American elective. capstone paper in the Senior Seminar by examining the historiography of a particular †HI 322 U.S. Foreign Policy topic in depth and becoming acquainted 3 CR with the problems and issues. Evolution and expansion of American foreign HI 396 Senior Seminar policy from the Revolutionary period to the present. Analyzes the aims of foreign policy, 3 CR influences upon it and its impact on the This course is for Seniors who have taken HI nation’s domestic politics. 395 Senior Seminar Preparation and continue to give seminars on their capstone topic and †HI 325 African-American History complete a major paper. 3 CR HI 397 Senior Thesis Preparation Examines the forced migration of Africans to America, the condition and nature of slavery, 2 CR abolitionism, emancipation, twilight zone This course is designed for students to begin of freedom, growth of civil rights and Black working on their Senior Thesis projects (HI Power movements. 398). Prerequisites: HI 301 and IL 302 (1 CR) †HI 328 The Immigrant Experience 3 CR HI 398 Senior Thesis A comparative, historical study of American 3 CR immigration focusing on motives for Students are exposed to the experience of immigration, patterns of settlement, researching, writing and defending a major adjustment and subsequent generational historical project. Permits students to learn, experience of successive immigrant groups. on a one-to-one basis with a project director, the importance of critical analysis and writing within the discipline of history.

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INFORMATION LITERACY

Course Descriptions

IL 101 Introductory Information Literacy 1 CR This course, which meets once a week for ten weeks, acquaints the student with the process of finding, retrieving organizing, evaluating, using and distributing information in an ethical manner both in print and electronic formats. Focus is on gaining the necessary skills to conduct research effectively and efficiently as well as being able to properly evaluate and cite sources.

IL 302 Information Literacy for History Majors 1 CR This course meets once a week for 10 weeks. Each class is one hour and fifteen minutes long. The course is designed to acquaint History students with the process of finding, retrieving organizing, analyzing, using and distributing information both in print and electronic formats for the purpose of preparing for and completing their Senior Thesis. Focus is on expanding the range of documents types and research techniques students are familiar with. The course covers law materials, archival materials and census records, as well as advanced database and catalog searching techniques. The course seeks to ensure students are using primary as well as secondary resources to create a working bibliography in conjunction with the Senior Thesis (HI 398). Prerequisite: HI 301

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IRISH STUDIES courses for the Irish Studies minor must be approved in advance by the Director of the Irish Studies minor. GERALD REID, PH.D. Program Director The following courses have been pre- approved for the Minor in Irish Studies:

Minor in Irish Studies Anthropology The Minor in Irish Studies at Sacred Heart AN 204 introduction to Irish University is designed to offer students an Archaeology opportunity for an in-depth interdisciplinary AN/SO 220 The Ethnography of Ireland study of Irish and Celtic culture, history, AN 299 Special Topics in language, literature, music, politics and Anthropology: Irish Studies society. Distinctive features of the program include study at SHU’s program in Dingle, Foreign Languages Ireland and an emphasis on patterns of GL 011 introduction to Irish socio-cultural and political change in contemporary Ireland and the place of GL 107 Beginning Irish I Ireland in the modern world. GL 108 Beginning Irish II

REQUIREMENTS History Students are required to take a minimum of HI 257 History and Memory in 18 credits (6 courses) to complete the Minor Modern Ireland in Irish Studies. The 18 credits include two HI 299 Special Topics in History: Irish required foundation courses and a minimum Studies of four designated Irish Studies electives. Literature The required and elective course ENG 299 Special Topics in Literature - requirements are distributed as follows: The Roots of Irish Literature: Myths, Sagas and Folktales HI 255 Celtic and Irish History 3 credits ENG 299 Special Topics in Literature - Modern Irish Literature An approved course in Irish/Celtic literature, religion or spirituality Media Studies 3 credits CM 299 Special Topics in Communication and Media Four Irish Studies courses Studies - Irish National Cinema 12 credits, selected from an approved list of designated Irish Studies courses CM 384 irish Cinema: Theory and Practice At least one 3-credit course in SHU’s Ireland program in Dingle Music In order to provide students with the MU 106 introduction to Irish opportunity to pursue a special area of Traditional Music interest not represented in the Irish Studies curriculum, one 3-credit independent study Political Science course may be substituted for one of the four PO 310 irish Politics Irish Studies electives. Independent study

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Religious Studies RS 216 Celtic Religious Traditions RS 299 Special Topics in Religion: Irish Studies RS 315 Theology and Native Irish Spirituality (Dingle)

Sociology SO/AN 220 The Ethnography of Ireland SO 299 Special Topics in Sociology

SHU in Ireland

Sacred Heart University operates its program in Ireland through a partnership with the Díseart Institute of Education and Celtic Culture, located in Dingle, County Kerry, Ireland (in one of Ireland’s officially- designated “Gaeltacht,” or Irish-speaking, districts). Through this partnership SHU in Ireland offers short-term and semester programs of study. Course offerings include anthropology, archaeology, history, Gaelic language, literature, media studies, music, political science and religious studies.

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LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES HI 208 History of Latin America since 1826 CHARLOTTE GRADIE, PH.D. HI 209 The U.S. and Latin America Program Director Through History HI 212 Contemporary Latin America

Political Science Latin American Studies Minor PO 315 Latin American Politics In keeping with students’ interest in global and multicultural issues, Sacred Heart Spanish University offers an interdisciplinary minor in Latin American Studies. The minor should be SP 261–262 Masterpieces of Latin- particularly attractive to students majoring American Literature, I, II in Economics, History, Political Science, SP 281 Hispanic Civilization and Business and International Business and Culture: Latin America Spanish. This minor is also of benefit to SP 283 The Hispanic Caribbean students who wish to apply to a graduate SP 315–320 Contemporary Issues program in Latin American Studies or who wish to enhance their prospects in the job SP 363–369 Advanced Topics in Latin- market by linking a disciplinary major with a America Literature regional specialization.

REQUIREMENTS Requirements include six courses, three of which must be from three different disciplines selected from approved courses in History, Music, Political Science and Spanish. Students who minor in Latin American Studies must demonstrate competency in Spanish or Portuguese at the intermediate level.

COURSEWORK The following courses have been preapproved. New electives must be approved by the director of the Latin American Studies program and the chair of the Department of History. Approval will be based on the centrality of the course topic with respect to the study Latin America.

Fine Arts MU 114 Latin American and Caribbean Music

History HI 207 History of Latin America to 1826

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MATHEMATICS Faculty The primary objective of the Mathematics program is to provide an appropriate BERNADETTE BOYLE, PH.D. mathematical background to all University Assistant Professor students, focusing on the ability to think critically and solve problems through oral ROSEMARY DANAHER, M.S., M.B.A. and written communication, in order to Instructor foster quantitative literacy. HEMA GOPALAKRISHNAN, PH.D. In addition, the Mathematics program is Associate Professor designed to: • Provide Mathematics majors with the GEORGE GOSS, M.S. basic undergraduate mathematical Instructor knowledge necessary for graduate studies, a teaching career or a variety of ANDREW LAZOWSKI, PH.D. statistical or business careers. Assistant Professor

• Provide Science and professional majors PETER LOTH, PH.D. with the mathematical and statistical Professor background for their fields and highlight the wide applicability of mathematics. JASON MOLITIERNO, PH.D. • Provide Business majors with a Associate Professor, Chair foundation in finite mathematics, statistics, and calculus and demonstrate PHANI PAPACHRISTOS, M.S. the relevance of mathematics to Instructor increasing complexities of the business world. JULIANNA STOCKTON, PH.D. • Provide Liberal Arts majors with an Assistant Professor introduction to mathematical ideas and promote an appreciation and MICHAEL WARD, M.S. understanding of the important role of Instructor mathematics.

The strengths of the department include Major in Mathematics small class sizes in developmental and major courses, emphasis on student/ The Mathematics major requires the faculty interaction and classroom and online completion of 43 mathematics credits plus instruction utilizing relevant software and a two-semester sequence of supporting technology. courses.

Sacred Heart University is an institutional REQUIRED COURSES member of the Mathematical Association MA 151 Calculus I of America, as well as the American Mathematical Society. MA 152 Calculus II MA 253 Calculus III MA 261 Linear Algebra MA 301 Mathematical Structures and Proofs

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MA 331 Probability and Statistics I 250 or above, at least one of which must be MA 362 Abstract Algebra MA 253 or MA 261. MA 371 Real Analysis MA 398 Senior Seminar in Mathematics Associate in Arts General Studies

ELECTIVES REQUIREMENTS (16 CREDITS) In addition to the required courses, the MA 151 Calculus I Mathematics major must choose four MA 152 Calculus II additional mathematics courses numbered MA 253 Calculus III 250 or above. MA 261 Linear Algebra REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES The Mathematics major must choose one of the following two-semester course Course Descriptions sequences: † Elective Core Course

Biology †MA 101 Modern College Mathematics BI 111/113 & BI 112/114 3 CR Chemistry Intended for the liberal arts major, the goal of this course is to give students an CH 151/153 & CH 152/154 understanding of the wide variety of ideas in contemporary mathematics. Topics may Physics include set theory, finite mathematical PY 111/113 & PY 112/114 systems, number theory, symbolic logic, graph theory, voting theory and the art of Economics problem solving. EC 202 & EC 203 Prerequisite: Placement by Mathematics Department Computer Science

CS 111 & CS 112 †MA 105 Mathematical Applications for Health Sciences 3 CR Minor in Mathematics Designed exclusively for Nursing students. Topics include college-level algebra, The minor in Mathematics requires the graphing, basic trigonometric functions completion of the following 18 credits: and appropriate applications for the health sciences. It is a problem-solving approach to REQUIRED COURSES mathematics. MA 151 Calculus I Prerequisite: Placement by Mathematics MA 152 Calculus II Department

ELECTIVES †MA 106 College Algebra In addition to the required courses, the 3 CR Mathematics minor must choose three This is one-semester course is designed additional mathematics courses numbered to improve algebraic skills. Topics include:

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functions, equations and inequalities in confidence intervals, hypothesis testing one variable; linear, quadratic, polynomial and correlation. Real world applications are and rational functions, exponential and offered and computer statistical software logarithmic functions; systems of linear may be used. equations in two variables. Algebraic Prerequisite: One college-level Mathematics techniques and applications are stressed. course or placement by Mathematics Prerequisite: Placement by Mathematics Department Department MA 132 Biostatistics †MA 107 Mathematics for Elementary School 3 CR Teachers This course is designed for the biologist or 4 CR health science major who will be engaged in This one-semester course is designed research involving statistical methods and/or specifically for students planning to teach at will be required to critically evaluate existing the elementary school level. Topics include research. Topics include sampling techniques, geometry, measurement, rational numbers, data types, data collection methods, ratio, proportion, percents, problem solving, probability, discrete and continuous mathematical reasoning and connections, probability distributions, confidence intervals probability and statistics. and hypothesis testing. All topics are covered Prerequisite: Placement by Mathematics utilizing biological data. Department Prerequisite: One college-level Mathematics course or placement by Mathematics †MA 109 Mathematics for Decision Making Department 3 CR Designed specifically for the Business major. †MA 133 Business Statistics Focus is on linear functions, systems of 3 CR equations, matrices, probability and linear This course is geared towards business programming. majors. It introduces descriptive statistics, , Prerequisite: Placement by Mathematics probability distributions: both discrete and Department normal, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation †MA 110 Calculus for Decision Making analysis. Business applications are offered and Excel may be used. 3 CR Prerequisites: One college-level Mathematics Designed specifically for the Business major. course or placement by Mathematics Includes study of limits; differentiation Department of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions; integration; and applications of calculus. Prerequisite: MA 109 or placement by †MA 140 Precalculus Mathematics Department 4 CR Addresses the algebra of functions, †MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making polynomial and rational functions, 3 CR exponential and logarithmic functions and trigonometric functions, including analytical This course is geared towards liberal arts, trigonometry. science and health science majors. It introduces descriptive statistics, probability Prerequisite: C or better in MA 106 or distributions: both discrete and normal, placement by Mathematics Department

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†MA 151 Calculus I and continuity, partial derivatives, multiple 4 CR integration and vector calculus. Explores limits and approximation, Prerequisite: C or better in MA 152 differential and integral calculus of the elementary algebraic and transcendental MA 261 Linear Algebra functions, applications of differentiation and 4 CR integration. Focuses on matrix theory, systems of linear Prerequisite: C or better in MA 140 or equations, linear transformations, vector placement by Mathematics Department spaces and subspaces, determinants, eigenvalues, inner product spaces and †MA 152 Calculus II orthogonality. 4 CR Prerequisite: C or better in MA 152 Covers applications and methods of integration, inverse trigonometric functions, MA 280 History of Mathematics improper integrals, sequences and series, 3 CR parametric representation and polar This course considers the evolution of coordinates. mathematical ideas over time and the Prerequisite: C or better in MA 151 or context in which these ideas developed, placement by Mathematics Department in various civilizations around the world. Students will gain an understanding of the MA 199 Special Topics in Mathematics process of development of mathematical 3 CR ideas, awareness that it is an ongoing and creative process and a deeper understanding Designates new or occasional courses on a of mathematical topics by pushing beyond timely topic or a faculty member’s particular the traditionally presented “polished form” interest. Course title is shown on student’s we see in today’s textbooks. Selection of transcript. Consult the current course topics varies by semester. schedule for available topics and current prerequisites. Prerequisite: C or better in MA 152 or permission of the department chair MA 211 Geometry for Educators MA 299 Special Topics in Mathematics 3 CR 3 CR Designed especially for students interested in education. This course introduces the Designates new or occasional courses student to the study of an axiomatic system on a timely topic or a faculty member’s and to an introduction to proof writing. It particular interest. Course title is shown on includes the study of Euclidean Geometry, the student’s transcript. Consult the current non-Euclidean Geometry and Analytic course schedule for available topics and Geometry. Geometers’ Sketchpad will also current prerequisites. be used and demonstrated throughout the course as appropriate. MA 301 Mathematical Structures and Proofs 3 CR †MA 253 Calculus III Introduces students to the understanding 4 CR and creation of rigorous mathematical Introduces three-dimensional analytic arguments and proofs. Includes methods geometry, multivariable calculus, real- of proof, set theory, relations and functions, valued functions of several variables, limits properties of the integers, real and complex numbers and polynomials.

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Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and C or Prerequisite: C or better in MA 152 better in MA 152 MA 332 Probability and Statistics II MA 314 Geometry and Topology 3 CR 3 CR Addresses statistics with an emphasis on This course covers advanced theories of the underlying mathematical theory. Topics Euclidean geometry and introduces non- include point estimation and its properties, Euclidean geometries such as spherical and interval estimation, correlation, regression hyperbolic. Basic topology is also introduced. and hypothesis testing involving parametric Writing mathematical proofs will be an as well as non-parametric methods. essential part of this course. Prerequisites: MA 253 and MA 331 Prerequisite: C or better in MA 301. MA 354 Differential Equations MA 320 Graph Theory 3 CR 3 CR Focuses on equations involving functions and Focuses on structures and properties of one or more of its derivatives. Examines first- graphs and their applications. Topics include: order differential equations, numerical and traversability, trees, connectivity, network qualitative techniques for solving differential flow, graph coloring, chromatic number and equations, linear systems, geometry of planarity. Discussion of application of graph linear systems and applications to forcing/ theory to computer science, transportation, resonance. If time permits, the course will scheduling, communication, chemistry and a address the Laplace Transform, convolutions variety of other fields. Writing mathematical and advanced numerical methods for solving proofs will be an essential part of this course. differential equations. Prerequisite: C or better in MA 301 Prerequisite: C or better in MA 152

MA 325 Number Theory MA 362 Abstract Algebra 3 CR 3 CR This course is designed to give students a Explores algebraic systems, group theory, basic understanding of the properties of quotient structures, isomorphism theorems, numbers, mainly the integers and rational ring theory and ideals, as well as integral numbers and their applications. Topics domains and fields. Writing mathematical covered include primes and divisibility, proofs will be an essential part of this course. congruence modulo n, Euler’s Phi function Prerequisite: C or better in MA 301 and continued fractions. Applications discussed include check digit schemes and MA 371 Real Analysis cryptology. Writing mathematical proofs will be an essential part of this course. 3 CR Prerequisite: C or better in MA 301 Addresses real numbers, cardinality, metric spaces, convergence, topology, continuity, differentiability and Riemann integration. MA 331 Probability and Statistics I Writing mathematical proofs will be an 3 CR essential part of this course. Addresses probability, discrete random Prerequisites: C or better in MA 301 variables and their distributions, mathematical expectations, sampling distributions and multivariate distributions.

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MA 372 Complex Analysis 3 CR Examines the algebra and geometry of complex numbers, analytic functions, integration, Taylor and Laurent series, contour integration and conformal mapping. Prerequisite: MA 253

MA 398 Senior Seminar 3 CR Capstone course for the mathematics major. Each student works on a research project leading to an oral presentation and the writing of a formal paper. Prerequisite: Senior standing

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MIDDLE EASTERN STUDIES AB 102 Beginning Arabic II HI 236 History of the Arab World JUNE-ANN GREELEY, PH.D. I: From Muhammad to the Program Director Ottoman Empire HI 238 The Modern Arab World PO 314 Middle East Politics Middle Eastern Studies Minor TRS 261 islam Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world. By 2025, 20% to 25% of the world’s Whichever course is taken last is to be population will be Muslim. The Israeli/ considered the ‘capstone’ course for the Palestinian conflict has affected decades of minor. Students electing this track should politics and public policy in both Western discuss the final and ‘capstone’ course nations as well as regions of the Middle requirements with the director of the East and Southeast Asia. The tragic events program at least one semester prior to the associated with September 11, 2001 and the actual scheduling of the final course. subsequent war on terrorism, which has reached global proportions, are signatures Track II of the dramatic shift in global economy/ The second track consists of the following politics/society that have altered perhaps required courses: permanently American perspectives of AB 101 Beginning Arabic I itself and the world. The deployment of the AB 102 Beginning Arabic II U.S. military to Afghanistan, the invasion of Iraq and what now appears to be a HI 236 History of the Arab World prolonged U.S. commitment to establishing I: From Muhammad to the a democracy not only in Iraq but in countries Ottoman Empire throughout the region are all indicators of or the complex interlocking of American and HI 238 The Modern Arab World Middle Eastern interests for generations to PO 314 Middle East Politics come. TRS 261 islam A well-balanced minor in Middle Eastern Studies will enrich the undergraduate CAPSTONE IN MES (USUALLY LISTED AS experience for students and should AN INDEPENDENT STUDY IN THE CHOSEN prove beneficial for graduate study and DISCIPLINE) professional careers. The capstone is the culmination of the MES minor and is developed as an independent INTERDISCIPLINARY MINOR study upon consultation with the director of The Middle Eastern Studies minor is the MES program. The student is expected interdisciplinary and requires a total of 18 to study a specific, interdisciplinary MES credits of coursework in a foreign language, topic with an identified mentor in any one history, political science and religious studies. of the several disciplines integrated into the MES minor. The completion of the capstone Required Courses is usually a formal research paper, written under the supervision of the course mentor. Track I The University normally offers Arabic in There are two possible tracks of study to alternate years. Students interested in the complete the MES minor. The first track minor should schedule accordingly. In the consists of the following required courses: event of late declaration of the minors, AB 101 Beginning Arabic I

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substitutions may be approved by the minor program director. Special topics involving the Middle East, if and when offered under History, Political Science or Theology & Religious Studies, can be used as substitutes for a required course only if the required course is not available within the student’s four- year course of study. The study of Arabic cannot be substituted by any course other than Middle Eastern language courses. The application of such courses to the Middle Eastern Studies minor requires the approval of the minor program’s director.

SUGGESTED COURSES BEYOND THE MINOR REQUIREMENTS AR 208 introduction to Eastern Art PO 316 South Asian Politics TRS 264 Ancient Religions and Cults

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MUSIC of private lessons) The Academic Music Program, housed in the Elective 1 additional music elective College of Arts and Sciences, offers music course (three credits) in elective courses, individual private lessons a music history or music and performing ensembles. The program literature course provides the environment and opportunity to hear, experience and participate in the REQUIRED COURSES FOR ASSOCIATE art of music. The study of music both as DEGREE WITH MUSIC CONCENTRATION a knowledgeable listener, creator and/or (18 CREDITS) performer nurtures an important human aesthetic dimension. Same as Track I–Regular (above) Note: No more than 8 credits in applied Music, in its many cultural manifestations, music may count toward the 120 credits touches upon the enduring questions of required for a bachelor’s degree. Students human meaning and value. It serves as may elect more credits, but they will be an opportunity to develop imagination, counted beyond those needed for degree creativity and understanding and gives completion. students the opportunity to use and further help their own skills and talents. As a non- major program, the program’s goal is to encourage students to experience music so Course Descriptions that a foundation for continued learning, † Elective Core Course appreciation and enrichment is created. †MU 102 History of Jazz REQUIRED COURSES FOR MUSIC MINOR 3 CR

Track I: Regular (18 Credits) This course features a study of jazz styles from historical African sources to the MU 121 Musicianship I contemporary era. Focus is on the creators MU 103 Bach to Beethoven of the various styles and the prominent or performers. MU 104 Brahms to Bernstein or †MU 103 Bach to Beethoven: Their Lives and MU 102 History of Jazz Music Electives Three credits in applied music 3 CR Electives Nine credits from music This course focuses on famous compositions history or music literature and composers primarily from the Baroque courses and Classical eras, 1600–1825. Highlights include classics and well-known works by Track II: Performance (17 Credits) Bach, Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven. The music of these composers reflects the MU 121 Musicianship I era in which it was created, but continues MU 103 Bach to Beethoven to provide contemporary meaning and or inspiration to people around the world. MU 104 Brahms to Bernstein or †MU 104 Brahms to Bernstein: Their Lives MU 102 History of Jazz and Music Electives Nine credits in applied music 3 CR (five in an ensemble and three Highlights of this course include exciting

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pieces by Romantic and 20th-century women’s involvement in the world of music composers from 1825 to the present. These from Medieval Roots to current American composers created music that reflects Popular Music, including composers, the various cultures in which they lived, performers, educators and conductors. but additionally shows inspiring creativity, individuality and uniqueness in an ever- †MU 112 Music in America changing world. 3 CR U.S. folk, jazz, popular and fine art music MU 106 Introduction to Irish Traditional are studied in this course. Emphasis is on Music aural analysis and placing historical and 3 CR contemporary music in its cultural context. Students will survey the development of Irish Music from pre-Christian times through to †MU 114 Latin American and Caribbean the present, attend live performances and Music learn to play the Irish whistle. 3 CR This course traces the development of the MU 107 Introduction to Music Therapy most important Latin American musical 3 CR styles from their historical folk origins to Designed as a survey and experiential the present. Focus is on music from Cuba course to give historical background to and Brazil and the creators and important the development of the profession, as well performers of the styles. as basic understanding of technique and application served by music therapists with †MU 121 Musicianship I many populations in hospitals schools, 3 CR individual therapy and ritual. Music proficiencies are helpful but not required for This course focuses on the development and enrollment in this course. enhancement of musical skills through music reading and notation, rhythmic and tonal perception and analysis. Other areas covered MU 108 The Power of Sacred Music include the construction and function of 3 CR scales, intervals and triads. Open to all Reflection on the use, history and teaching students. Offered Fall semesters. of sacred music throughout time, through aboriginal and mystical traditions to modern †MU 122 Musicianship II applications in religion, yoga, Buddhist 3 CR teachings. Learning through experiential learning, application, readings and research This course continues the development of studies. musical skills through further practice with music notation, musical analysis and aural perception. The construction and function MU 109 The History of Italian Opera of triads, harmonic motion, rhythm, texture 3 CR and writing are covered. Offered Spring This course explores Italian Opera from its semesters. conception to modern day. Prerequisite: MU 121 or by permission

†MU 125 Music in the Performing Arts MU 110 Women in Music 3 CR 3 CR A study of music and artists in the dramatic This class will give a general overview of and performing arts, both past and present.

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Focus is on chamber music, opera and Participants perform in concerts and events musical theatre. both on and off campus. Prerequisite: vocal interview and permission MU 130–233 Applied Music 1–2 CR MU 138 Jazz Ensemble Private or group music performance courses 1 CR that may be repeated for credit. Applied This course develops students’ musicianship Music courses do not satisfy Area B-1 and musical talent in a contemporary musical requirements. art form. The jazz workshop approach develops stylistic and improvisatorial skills MU 131 Private Lessons with the goal of presenting concerts and 1 CR performing. Individual instruction in selected instruments Prerequisite: Permission or voice. One half-hour lesson per week. Fee required. Students receive 10 lessons per MU 139 Guitar Ensemble semester. 1 CR Prerequisite: Departmental permission This course develops students’ talents and musicianship through participation MU 132 Private Lessons in a performing instrumental group. The 2 CR ensemble presents a wide variety of repertoire arranged and written for guitar Individual instruction in selected instruments in both on- and off-campus concerts and or voice. One-hour lesson per week. Fee events. required. Students receive 10 lessons per semester. Prerequisite: Permission Prerequisite: Departmental permission MU 198 Liturgical Choir MU 136 Concert Band 1 CR 1 CR This ensemble is open to all singers and instrumentalists by audition who wish to This course develops students’ talents participate in the music of the Sunday and musicianship through participation evening liturgy. Students meaningfully in a performing instrumental group. experience and appreciate the vibrant The ensemble presents a wide variety heritage of the Catholic music tradition. Both of interesting and significant repertoire contemporary and traditional styles of music arranged and written for concert band, are offered in the spirit of prayer. Through in both on-and off-campus concerts and practice and presentation of appropriate events. music, musical skills are utilized, encouraged Prerequisite: Audition and permission and further developed. Prerequisite: Audition MU 137 Concert Choir 1 CR MU 233 4-Heart Harmony This course develops students’ talents and 1 CR musicianship through participation in a larger This advanced mixed chamber choir vocal ensemble. The choir focuses on the performs a wide variety of significant and training in and performance of interesting interesting music, including a capella, jazz, and significant choral works from many pop, show tunes, multicultural and classical different cultures and historical periods.

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choral repertoire. Participants perform in concerts and events both on and off campus. Members are experienced choral singers and the ensemble is open by interview and vocal audition. Prerequisite: Permission

MU 239 Catholic Church Music 3 CR Interesting and important works from the great tradition of music written for the Catholic Church are viewed through the Church’s historical and present liturgical traditions. As a significant component of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, relevant musical examples from the early through contemporary periods are examined from liturgical, technical and cultural viewpoints. The Church’s reaction to and use of the wide variety of musical compositions are examined and discussed.

MU 299 Special Topics in Music 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty member’s particular interest, an experimental alternative to existing courses, etc Prerequisites established by the department as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and current prerequisites.

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PERFORMING ARTS Lessons Music Private Lessons (4 CR; offered at 1-2 CR each) LORI BINDIG, PH.D. Concentration in Music Literature and Program Director Theory The Minor in Performing Arts is designed to PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts offer Sacred Heart University students the MU 121 Musicianship I opportunity to explore the fields of music, Music Elec. (12 CR; does not include theater and dance in focused programs of ensemble or private lessons) study. Students who participate in the minor will develop their interests, talents and skills Concentration in Theatre – Production and through various theoretical and practical Acting/Performance course offerings. The minor is further intended to provide a framework and give PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts experiences that will encourage life-long THR 101 introduction to Theatre learning and participation in the arts. Within THR 102 Blackbox Stage Production the Minor in Performing Arts concentrations (offered in ensemble are offered in Music Performance (Vocal or productions of 1 CR each) Instrumental), Music Literature and Theory, and/or Theatre (Production or Acting/ Performance) THR 103 Mainstage Production (3 and Dance. CR) (offered in ensemble productions of 1 CR each) REQUIREMENTS Electives Theatre Electives (9 CR) Students are required to select an area of concentration and take a minimum of 18 Concentration in Dance credits to complete the Minor in Performing Arts. The 18 credits must include PH 285 PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts (Philosophy of Performing Arts), the DA 100 introduction to Dance History foundation course for all of the Performing DA 300 Dance Production (6 CR) Arts concentrations. Electives Dance Electives (6 CR) Concentration in Music Performance – Vocal PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts MU 121 Musicianship I Course Descriptions Elective Music Elective (3 CR) †Elective Core Course Ensemble Music Ensemble (Choir) (5 CR; †PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts offered in ensembles of 1 CR each) 3 CR Lessons Music Private Lessons (4 CR; This course examines the creation, offered at 1-2 CR each) expression and meaning of performance art. Through drama, music and voice, students Concentration in Music Performance – will critically analyzes the perennial elements Instrumental and structure of story and its place in PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts uncovering and creating meaning. MU 121 Musicianship I †DA 100 Introduction to Dance History Elective Music Elective (3 CR) 3 CR Ensemble Music Ensemble A survey of the purposes, functions and (Instrumental) (5 CR)

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manifestations of dance forms from early fundamental skills and cultural forces that civilization to the present. Relationships form the foundation of Musical Theater are examined between dance and cultural dance technique. developments. DA 107 Irish Step Dance DA 101 Ballet I 3 CR 3 CR This course is designed to introduce students This course is designed to introduce students to the basic positions, steps, terminology, to the basic positions, steps, terminology and fundamental skills and cultural forces that fundamental skills that form the foundation form the foundation of Irish Step Dance of ballet technique. technique.

DA 102 Ballet II DA 108 Ballroom Dance 3 CR 3 CR This course is designed to further This course is designed to introduce students develop ballet technique and introduce to the basic positions, steps, terminology, students advanced steps, terminology and fundamental skills that form the and skills. Students must demonstrate an foundation of ballroom dance. understanding of intermediate concepts. DA 109 Dance Movement DA 103 Jazz I 1 CR 3 CR This course is designed to introduce students This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of traditional and to the basic positions, steps, terminology and contemporary dance. This class will provide fundamental skills that form the foundation an overview of terminology, technique, of Jazz dance technique. and showmanship for non-dancers with an emphasis on basic ballet, jazz, and modern DA 104 Hip Hop dance movement. 3 CR DA 201 Intermediate Ballet I This course is designed to introduce students to the basic positions, steps, terminology, 3 CR fundamental skills and cultural forces that This course is designed to introduce students form the foundation of Hip Hop dance to the basic positions, steps, terminology and technique. fundamental skills that form the foundation of intermediate ballet technique. DA 105 Tap I 3 CR DA 202 Intermediate Ballet II This course is designed to introduce students 3 CR to the basic positions, steps, terminology, This course is designed to further develop fundamental skills and cultural forces that intermediate ballet technique and introduce form the foundation of Tap dance technique. students advanced steps, terminology, and skills. Students must demonstrate an DA 106 Dance for Musical Theater understanding of intermediate concepts. 3 CR This course is designed to introduce students to the basic positions, steps, terminology,

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DA 203 Jazz II taken multiple times for credit. 3 CR This course is designed to further develop DA 301 Dance Company Production jazz dance technique and introduce 1 CR students advanced steps, terminology, This course is designed for advanced dancers and skills. Students must demonstrate an to further their understanding of dance understanding of intermediate concepts. production. This course requires participation in a dance production in at least one genre †DA 250 Choreography I of dance. This production is overseen by the 3 CR director of the SHU Dance Ensemble. This course can be taken multiple times for credit. This lecture course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of choreography. Students will be introduced to a variety DA 302 Ballroom Dance Production of choreographic techniques in order to 1 CR conceptualize, create, revise, contextualize This course is designed for ballroom dancers and analyze dance. to further their understanding of dance production. This course requires participation DA 260 Choreography II in a dance production in at least one genre 3 CR of dance. This production is overseen by the director of the SHU Dance Ensemble. This This course is designed to further students’ course can be taken multiple times for credit. understanding of choreography and choreographic techniques. In addition to conceptualizing, creating, revising, and DA 303 Irish Step Production analyzing dance, students will also delve 1 CR deeper into the improvisation as well as the This course is designed for Irish Step dancers grant writing process. to further their understanding of dance production. This course requires participation †DA 299 Special Topics in Dance in an Irish Step dance production. This 3 CR production is overseen by the director of the SHU Dance Ensemble. This course can be Designates new or occasional courses taken multiple times for credit. that may or may not become part of the program’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on timely topics, a faculty DA 304 Hip Hop Production member’s particular interest, an experimental 1 CR alternative to existing courses, etc. This course is designed for Hip Hop dancers Prerequisites are established by the program to further their understanding of dance as appropriate for the specific course. Course production. This course requires participation title is shown on the student’s transcript. in a Hip Hop dance production. This Consult the current course schedule for production is overseen by the director of the available topics and prerequisites. SHU Dance Ensemble. This course can be taken multiple times for credit. DA 300 Dance Ensemble Production 1 CR †DA 310 Social Issues Through Dance This course requires participation in a dance 3 CR production in at least one genre of dance. This course explores various current events This production is overseen by the director of and historical, social and political issues the SHU Dance Ensemble. This course can be as represented through dance. Through

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this course students will have a deeper THR 110 Acting I understanding of a range of social issues 3 CR as well as knowledge of how greater global awareness can be achieved through dance. Focuses on basic acting skills, including the development of imaginary circumstances, improvisation and creative development. DA 396 Dance Internship Students are introduced to skills in script 1-6 CR analysis, character identity, emotional reality Dance Internship is an opportunity and objective-driven structure through for qualified students in the Dance monologues and scene study. Concentration of the Performing Arts minor or Media Arts Major to gain practical THR 111 Acting II experience in dance production and 3 CR management. Focuses on acting skills, including the Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and advance development of imaginary program director. circumstances, improvisation and creative development. Students will develop skills in †THR 101 Introduction to Theatre script analysis, character identity, emotional 3 CR reality and objective-driven structure through monologues and scene study. The purpose of Introduction to Theatre is to increase students’ understanding, appreciation and critical perceptions of the THR 120 Voice for Musical Theatre I theatrical art-form. Readings and lectures 3 CR will focus on the elements of theatrical Voice for Musical Theatre I introduces to practice; artists and innovators of theatre skills on speech, diction, pitch, analysis and throughout history; and on the theatre’s interpretation through various styles of development as an art form and a social period and contemporary musical theatre phenomenon; participation in class forum works. Solo and ensemble application discussions and sharing of critiques and of singing techniques, preparation and short reports will offer avenues to explore presentation. students’ individual theatrical interests; and attendance at theatrical events will offer THR 121 Voice for Musical Theatre II first-hand experience in theatre arts. 3 CR THR 102 Blackbox Stage Production Voice for Musical Theatre II develops 1 CR students’ skills on speech, diction, pitch, analysis and interpretation through various Participation in TheatreFest, Improve and styles of period and contemporary musical other approved student-driven theatrical theatre works. Solo and ensemble application activities. All events are overseen by the of singing techniques, preparation and Director of Theatre. presentation.

THR 103 Mainstage Production THR 130 Stagecraft 1 CR 3 CR Participation in Spring mainstage musical An introduction to the basic materials and in one of the areas of theatrical discipline. techniques used in scene, painting, costume All events are overseen by the Director of and lighting production. Intended to equip Theatre. the student with the skills required to work on productions. This course will also hold

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discussions of basic terminology, shop THR 211 Acting for Musical Theater II organization, job descriptions, maintenance 3 CR procedures and safety. Other jobs such as Run Crew, Wardrobe, Front of House, Board This course focuses on advanced acting skills Operator or other duties will be discussed. as they apply to musical theater. In particular students will focus on working with elevated text and the transitions from scene into song THR 140 Directing I as well as musical interludes, dance breaks 3 CR and reprises. This course will cover an overview of both the responsibilities of a director and the THR 230 Children’s Theater I various relationships a director has with 3 CR designers, playwrights, stage manager, tech staff, actors and dramaturges. This This course examines the fundamentals course will also explore various directional of children’s theater including dramatic strategies and identify the different styles structure, audience needs, directing and of theatre, stage types, floor plans, script acting techniques that are employed in the interpretation, directional research and production of theater for children. Students resources, concepts, conceptualization of a will explore, analyze and produce children’s play and interpretation. Finally, this course plays. will introduce elements of directing and strategies for working with actors, staging THR 231 Children’s Theater II short scenes and using a minimum of 3 CR technical elements in a final scene. This course introduces students to advanced approaches to children’s theater production. THR 141 Directing II The course further builds upon foundational 3 CR concepts such as dramatic structure, This course will provide students with audience needs, directing and acting practical understanding of advanced techniques as well as focuses on material stage directing strategies including adaptation, auditions, rehearsal, technical conceptualization, interpretation, casting support and promotion. In addition, students and cast and crew interaction. Students will will explore, analyze, produce and perform also explore the similarities and differences children’s plays and create accompanying between directing for theatre, film and educational curricula. television. THR 240 Playwriting I THR 150 Introduction to Costumes 3 CR 3 CR This course is an introduction to the craft of This course is designed to introduce students playwriting and the role of the playwright. to the fundamentals of costuming including a Students will analyze works of significant socio-historical understanding of the role of playwrights in order to experience the costumes in theatre. process of the playwright. Students will participate in various writing exercises in order to develop their own one act plays. THR 210 Acting for Musical Theater I 3 CR THR 241 Playwriting II This course focuses on basic acting skills as 3 CR they apply to musical theater. In particular students will focus on working with elevated In this course students will hone text and the transitions from scene into song. their playwriting abilities through the

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development of advanced techniques. Students will engage in peer critique in order to develop their original works. Students will also learn the role of the playwright in the production process through the staging of an original one-act play.

THR 250 Costume Design 3 CR This course introduces students to the fundamentals of costume design including basic design elements, script and character analysis and historical period and genre research.

THR 299 Special Topics in Theatre 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the program’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on timely topics, a faculty member’s particular interest, an experimental alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisites are established by the program as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and prerequisites.

THR 392 Theatre Internship 1-6 CR An opportunity for qualified students in the Theatre Concentration of the Performing Arts minor to gain practical experience in theatre production and management. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and program director.

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PHILOSOPHY Major in Philosophy The philosophical experience is considered The major in Philosophy requires the integral to the intellectual and cultural completion of 30 credits. development of today’s student. In our increasingly complex and dynamic culture, REQUIRED COURSES the growth of novel and changing ideas PH 101 introduction to Philosophy unsettles traditional patterns of thought and action. As a result, the role of philosophy PH 231 Philosophy of Knowledge becomes more vital, for it addresses the or conflict between the enduring insights of the PH 232 Philosophy of Science past and the new discoveries and theories PH 251 Ethics of the present in an attempt to attain a PH 272 Metaphysics coherent philosophy of life. PH 253 Philosophy of Law In whatever way the student comes to or Philosophy—whether it be to satisfy a PH 255 Political Philosophy core, major, or elective requirement—the or department seeks to enrich the student’s PH 256 Philosophy of Technology life-experience by making available the or broad and generous ideas that have shaped the contemporary intellectual world. The PH 260 Women, Gender and program provides a broad range of electives Philosophy dealing with historical movements, great or philosophical figures of the past and PH 312 Philosophy of Marx (A course present, perennial philosophical themes, and in social/political philosophy contemporary issues. - others in this area may be designated by the department) Faculty PH 390 Great Texts in Philosophy Four Philosophy electives JESSE BAILEY, PH.D Assistant Professor *Three of the courses must be taken as “research paper by contract,” in which the KENNETH KNIES, PH.D. major will complete a 15-20 page research Assistant Professor paper. See your faculty member, advisor, or the chair for more information. EDWARD PAPA, PH.D. Note: As Sacred Heart University students, Associate Professor all Philosophy majors will take a logic and critical thinking course, typically FLO 125. ANDREW J. PIERCE, PH.D. Lecturer Minor in Philosophy GORDON PURVES, PH.D. Assistant Professor The minor in Philosophy requires the completion of the following 18 credits: MICHAEL VENTIMIGLIA, PH.D. Associate Professor REQUIRED COURSES PH 101 introduction to Philosophy Five Philosophy electives from

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200- or 300-level courses. have been presented and addressed by outstanding and representative figures from the history of Western thought. These figures pose questions of permanent significance Associate in Arts General Studies on matters such as the nature of reality, the possibility of knowledge, the nature of the EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) good life, the grounds of moral obligation, PH 101 introduction to Philosophy and the place of the human being in the Four Philosophy electives universe.

†PH 220 The Art of Thinking II Course Descriptions 3 CR Building on the material studied in FLO † Elective Core Course 125 Art of Thinking, this course explores the question, “What does it mean to be PHCC 104 The Human Search for Truth, rational?” Features both the formal study of Justice, and the Common Good logical systems (first order logic and formal 3 CR induction) and philosophical discussions about the connection between these systems This course is the capstone course in Sacred and the nature of rationality. Prerequisite: Heart University’s Common Core sequence of PH 101 study, The Human Journey. As the capstone, this course addresses the Core’s four fundamental questions of human meaning †PH 221 Historical Survey of Philosophy I and value. This course will investigate the 3 CR religious or philosophical understanding of Primary texts from the philosophers of the human condition as a theme running ancient Greece, the Hellenistic-Roman period through the four stated questions. Students and the Middle Ages. Prerequisite: PH 101 will study both classic and contemporary texts from a range of religious and some †PH 222 Historical Survey of Philosophy II philosophical traditions, particularly the Catholic intellectual tradition. A vital 3 CR component of the course will be students’ Primary texts from the philosophers of the own responses to the four questions, Renaissance, Enlightenment, Modern, and especially as those responses evolve through Contemporary periods. Prerequisite: PH 101 the enrichment of the course material. As a capstone course, PHCC104 enables students †PH 224 Ancient Philosophy to develop a personal, integrated set of 3 CR answers to the common core questions through a range of modalities and media, An examination of the beginnings of Western including service projects, research papers, philosophic thought from the pre-Socratics artistic productions, student “portfolios” through the Hellenistic period, with extensive of completed assignments for all four Core consideration of Plato and Aristotle. courses, and other similarly integrated and Prerequisite: PH 101 interdisciplinary work. †PH 225 Philosophy of Plato †PH 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 CR 3 CR The nature of the philosophical life is A first encounter with the fundamental examined through an exploration of selected problems of Western philosophy as they Platonic dialogues. Prerequisite: PH 101

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†PH 226 Philosophy of Aristotle †PH 246 Philosophy of Aquinas 3 CR 3 CR Emphasizes the ethics, politics, and Thomas Aquinas’s arguments on the metaphysics of the Aristotelian system existence and nature of God, human and its contrast to the Platonic synthesis. knowledge, the state, natural and divine Prerequisite: PH 101 law, virtue, grace, and the Incarnation. Prerequisite: PH 101 †PH 229 Eastern Philosophy 3 CR †PH 251 Ethics Study of key philosophical texts and thinkers 3 CR of India, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Are there good reasons for acting morally? Prerequisite: PH 101 Are consequences relevant to the morality of actions, or only our intentions? What is the †PH 231 Philosophy of Knowledge nature of moral virtue? What is a good life? This course will provide systematic analysis 3 CR of these and other questions, drawing from The conditions that make knowledge important works in the history of moral possible and the criteria of truth and falsity. philosophy, and engaging with pressing Selected representative historical thinkers. contemporary ethical issues. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: PH 101 PH 101

†PH 232 Philosophy of Science †PH 253 Philosophy of Law 3 CR 3 CR Selected topics in the philosophy of science The philosophical study of the nature of law, are explored, such as: the distinction the legal system’s relationship to natural law, between science and pseudoscience; the and theories of jurisprudence. Prerequisite: nature of confirmation, refutation, and PH 101 explanation; realism and antirealism about scientific theories; the possibility of conflict †PH 255 Political Philosophy between science, religion, and the law. Prerequisite: PH 101 3 CR Primary texts from the history of political †PH 241 Medieval Philosophy thought including Plato, Lao-Tzu, Aquinas, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, 3 CR Mill and Rawls. Prerequisite: PH 101 The Aristotelian tradition as developed within Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Prerequisite: †PH 256 Philosophy of Technology PH 101 3 CR †PH 245 Philosophy of Augustine Examination of the nature of technology, its relationship to science, and its influence on 3 CR our understanding of reality and ourselves. Examines Augustine’s contribution to the Particular metaphysical, ethical, or socio- development of Roman Catholic philosophy cultural aspects of philosophy of technology and theology. Prerequisite: PH 101 may be emphasized. Prerequisite: PH 101

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†PH 258 Bioethics: Philosophical metaphysics as the intellectual inquiry which Approaches is supposed to clarify the nature of reality. 3 CR Topics include: the problems of the one and the many, being and nothingness, change Examines the ethical and legal issues and necessity, the relation between the surrounding abortion, physician-assisted intelligible world and phenomenal reality, suicide, euthanasia, genetic cloning, genetic personal identity and free will. Prerequisite: therapy/enhancement, genetic patenting, PH 101 and health care allocation. Prerequisite: PH 101 †PH 283 Philosophical Theology †PH 259 Philosophy of Race 3 CR 3 CR The problem of God before and after Kant’s “Copernical Revolution,” phenomenology Investigates the many philosophical issues of religion and postmodern theology. surrounding race and racial identity. Some Prerequisite: PH 101 issues are metaphysical, such as what races are and whether race is a “real” feature of persons or not. Other issues are moral and †PH 284 Philosophy of Film political issues, such as what racism is, how 3 CR it shapes our political landscape, and how Uses contemporary films to lead students societies can combat it. through advanced philosophical examination of issues such as epistemology, ethics, †PH 260 Women, Gender and Philosophy religion, technology, and the nature 3 CR of the mind. Prerequisite: PH 101 Philosophical investigation of the ways that sex and gender shape our lives, experiences, PH 285 Philosophy of Performing Arts and societies. Are there natural differences 3 CR between men and women? Does our gender This course examines the creation, provide us with a distinct ethical, political, expression, and meaning of the performing or epistemological perspective? What does arts. Through drama, music, and voice, it mean to treat men and women equally? students will critically analyze the perennial Course places special emphasis on women’s elements and structure of story and its place contributions to various branches of in uncovering and creating meaning. philosophy.

†PH 299 Special Topics in Philosophy †PH 270 Philosophical Anthropology 3 CR 3 CR Designates new or occasional courses Reflections on the nature and meaning of that may or may not become part of the human existence, especially in contemporary department’s permanent offerings. Courses philosophy such as existentialism and capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty Marxism. Writings of Buber and Scheler on member’s particular interest, an experimental human nature are studied. Prerequisite: PH alternative to existing courses, etc. 101 Prerequisites established by the department as appropriate for the specific course. Course †PH 272 Metaphysics title is shown on the student’s transcript. 3 CR Consult the current course schedule for Investigates some of the great themes of available topics and prerequisites. European philosophy and the problem of

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†PH 306 - Existentialism †PH 314 Truth and Meaning 3 CR 3 CR Nineteenth- and 20th-century existentialism, Historical investigation of the nature of especially the thought of Kierkegaard, meaning and language, with a particular Nietzsche, Heidegger and Sartre. focus on work done since the mid-nineteenth Prerequisite: PH 101 century. Explores the relationship between the meaning of a proposition and the PH 307 - Philosophy of Lived Experience conditions for the possibility of its truth or verification, and the extent to which all 3 CR meaning and understanding are (or are not) Introduces phenomenology as a working unified into a holistic “conceptual scheme.” method for philosophical reflection on lived-experience. Topics include the †PH 322 American Philosophy distinction between the natural and phenomenological attitudes; the intentional 3 CR structure of consciousness; the basic analysis Engages representative figures from of cognitive, evaluative and volitional American Transcendentalism and American experience; and the phenomenological Pragmatism in the attempt to answer the critique of naturalism, dualism, and questions, “How shall I live?” “What can I subjective idealism. Prerequisite: PH 101 know?” and “What is real?” Prerequisite: PH 101 †PH 312 Philosophy of Marx 3 CR †PH 330 East/West Comparative Philosophy Philosophical foundations of Marx’s thought 3 CR in Aristotle, Hegel, Feuerbach, and other Heidegger and East Asian thought, the origin predecessors. Analysis of Marx’s conceptions of Greek and Chinese philosophy; the Kyoto of alienation, exploitation, historical school; Nishitani’s Religion and Nothingness. materialism, and his critique of liberal Prerequisite: PH 101 political thought. Various philosophical responses to Marxism and evaluation of PH 350 Environmental Philosophy its applicability to contemporary capitalist 3 CR societies. Investigates questions about the relationship between humans and the environment, †PH 313 Contemporary Continental including: What is the moral status of Philosophy nonhumans? What are our obligations 3 CR regarding climate change? Can we have Investigation of themes and methods that obligations to future generations? How ought have emerged in continental philosophy we to balance concerns about the economy, since the mid-twentieth century. Topics may the environment, and distributive justice? include the hermeneutic and deconstructivist challenges to phenomenology and PH 351 Philosophical Psychology existentialism, post-humanist approaches 3 CR to ethics, post-structuralist approaches to society, and the metaphysics of structures Investigates philosophical questions that and events. arise in establishing psychology as a science. Explores field-defining concepts such as soul and mind, as well as particular problems pertaining to the division and connection of mental phenomena. Specific themes may be

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emphasized, such as the relation between the scientific study of love and altruism are psychology and physiology, the practical also investigated. Prerequisite: PH 101 value of psychology, the normal and the abnormal, and the comparability of human †PH 390 Great Texts in Philosophy and animal. 3 CR Detailed examination of a single work that †PH 360 Evolution, Philosophy, and has had a significant influence on the history Christianity of philosophy. Emphasis on understanding 3 CR the author’s arguments, methods, and To gain an understanding of evolutionary motivations through close reading. The biology and the philosophical historical background, history of influence, difficulties it creates for Christianity and our and contemporary appropriation of the text understanding of human nature. Prerequisite: may also be considered. The specific course PH 101 title which changes annually, will be shown on the student’s transcript. †PH 361 Modern Philosophy Prerequisite: PH 101 3 CR European and Anglo-American philosophy from the 17ths century Enlightenment to the early 20th century. Prerequisite: PH 101

†PH 365 German Philosophical Tradition 3 CR The philosophical traditions from Germany, from Leibniz in the 17th century through contemporary writers.

†PH 366 Philosophy of Kant 3 CR The philosophical writings of Immanuel Kant (1724–1804), one of the giants of Western philosophy.

†PH 367 Philosophy of Hegel 3 CR The philosophical writings of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (1770–1831), the preeminent philosopher of German Idealism.

†PH 380 Love in the Western Tradition 3 CR Examines the idea of love in the Western intellectual tradition, from the Greeks to today. Philosophical problems arising from

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POLITICAL SCIENCE Major in Political Science The Political Science major seeks to For students entering Sacred Heart awaken in students an appreciation and an University in the Academic Year 2003–2004, understanding of politics and government in the major in Political Science requires the the broadest and deepest sense. It considers completion of 36 credits. A minimum of democratic governance the key to civilization 27 credits must be earned through formal and ethics as central to democratic life. classroom instruction. The balance of credits can be earned through formal coursework or Courses are offered in four major areas: Political Science internships. American politics, comparative politics, international relations and political REQUIRED COURSES philosophy and theory. Classroom learning PO 121 introduction to American is enriched in a number of ways, including Government field trips to the state Capitol, Washington, D.C.; internships with legislators in the PO 122 introduction to International Connecticut General Assembly; Washington Relations and district office internships with national PO 200 Approaches to Political legislators; election campaign and party Science organization internships; and internships with PO 300 Foundations of Political public administrators. Thought Students who major or minor in Political PO 395 Senior Seminar in Political Science prepare themselves for careers in Science law, teaching, elective office, government service, many areas of business and not-for- Students are also required to take at least profit management, international business, one course in Comparative Politics. journalism, campaign management and other The remaining 18 credits in Political Science endeavors. can be taken as electives

Faculty COMPARATIVE POLITICS PO 314 Middle East Politics LESLEY A. DENARDIS, PH.D. Associate Professor PO 315 Latin American Politics PO 316 South Asian Politics ALKA JAUHARI, PH.D. PO 317 African Politics Assistant Professor PO 318 Contemporary European Politics STEVEN J. MICHELS, PH.D. Associate Professor POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY AND THEORY GARY L. ROSE, PH.D. PO 298 Democracy Professor, Chair PO 300 Foundations of Political Thought PO 303 Radical Political Thought PO 304 American Political Thought PO 305 Ethics and Politics PO 306 Liberalism

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PO 307 Conservatism Sacred Heart University. The course explores PO 308 Theories of Political questions regarding human meaning Economy and value by specifically focusing on the social and political dimensions of the Core Questions. This course will include an REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES FOR analysis of the major political philosophers MAJOR (BEGINNING FALL 2013) and their perspectives on the following: 6 Credits of a Foreign Language What does it mean to be human? What does it mean to live a life of meaning and purpose? What does it mean to forge a more Minor in Political Science just society for the common good? What does it mean to appreciate and understand The minor in Political Science requires the the natural world? The course will also completion of the following 18 credits: incorporate key thinkers from the Catholic Intellectual tradition as they approach the REQUIRED COURSES core questions. PO 121 introduction to American Government †PO 121 Introduction to American PO 122 introduction to International Government Relations 3 CR Electives One Political Theory elective Examines the theoretical foundation of One Comparative Politics American government, the U.S. Constitution, elective political behavior, interest groups, political parties, Congress, the presidency and the Two Political Science electives Supreme Court.

†PO 122 Introduction to International Associate in Arts: General Relations Studies Emphasis 3 CR Focuses on fundamental factors in REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) understanding international relations. PO 121 introduction to American Sovereignty, nation-states, national interests, Government power, diplomacy, United Nations, war, PO 122 introduction to International terrorism, ethnicity and low-intensity warfare, Relations the environment and global politics are studied. Electives Three Political Science electives †PO 200 Approaches to Political Science 3 CR Course Descriptions What is politics? And how best can we study it? This course examines how the study of † Elective Core Course politics has changed since Aristotle coined the term “political science” more than POCC 103 The Human Community: The 2,000 years ago. Particular emphasis is on Individual and Society the development of political science as a 3 CR discipline in the 20th century. This is the third of four courses in The Human Journey, the Common Core Curriculum at

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†PO 212 American State and Local of executive leadership, relationship with Government Congress, public opinion and impact of 3 CR individual presidents are explored. Examines the subnational level of American Prerequisite: PO 121 politics. Topics include the constitutional position of state governments, federal-state †PO 218 The Politics of Presidential Elections interaction, financing of state governments, 3 CR political parties, group activity and public Explores the various dimensions of policies. presidential elections and controversial Prerequisite: PO 121 issues associated with the selection process. Topics include political coalitions, campaign †PO 213 Lobbying and the Legislative strategy, the role of media and money, Process conventions and presidential debates. 3 CR Prerequisite: PO 121 Focuses on the central role of lobbyists and interest groups within the context of the †PO 240 War and Conflict lawmaking process. Lobbying strategies and 3 CR linkages between lobbyists and lawmakers Topics include the causes of war, case are explored. Guest speakers and trip to the studies of major wars, theories of instinctual state Capitol supplement class lectures. aggression, psychological behavior, ethnicity, national interests, imperialism, economics, †PO 215 Political Parties international systems and other topics. 3 CR Focuses on the role of political parties in †PO 242 International Organizations American democracy. Examines the structure 3 CR and function of party organization, behavior Focuses on the role of international of the American electorate and effectiveness organizations in coordinating relations of parties in the governing process. Platforms between countries with specific reference and categories of minor parties are also to the United Nations. Impact of other discussed. international organizations on international Prerequisite: PO 121 relations, including WTO, IMF, and EU is also examined. Course includes a trip to the †PO 216 Congress and the Legislative United Nations. Process 3 CR †PO 243 Terrorism Examines the constitutional powers of 3 CR Congress, historical development, legislative Course explores both the history of armed process and relationship with executive political dissent and current forms of branch of government. terrorism. Case studies range from the Irish Prerequisite: PO 121 Republican Army, Hamas, African National Congress among others. Examines definitions †PO 217 The American Presidency of terrorism and methods employed by governments to suppress dissent. Balance 3 CR between liberty and security during “war on Traces the role of the chief executive in terror” is also examined. the American political system. Attention is given to the evolution, functions and limits

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†PO 244 American Foreign Policy †PO 303 Radical Political Thought 3 CR 3 CR Examines themes of American foreign policy. Have the benefits promised by liberal Topics include containment, deterrence, democracy been realized fully and by all détente, changing bases of national power, individuals equally? This course focuses on foreign policy development, terrorism, narco- those who claim to be neglected, alienated criminality and environmental issues. or oppressed by conventional politics and its institutions. †PO 285 Future Politics 3 CR PO 304 American Political Thought Explores the transformation of America 3 CR and the planet. Consequences of shift from The Constitution of 1787 was based on industrial to informational to networked speculation and a series of untested economy on environment, society, careers, principles: it is possible for a territory domestic and international politics are as large as the United States to be self- studied. governing; self-interest can be made to serve the common good; and minority rights can †PO 298 Democracy be protected in a system based on majority rule. This course examines documents related 3 CR to the founding and other readings that Examines the theories and practices shape, question and are inspired by political surrounding popular government from its life in our country. origins to the present day. Topics include representation, presidentialism and †PO 305 Ethics and Politics democratization. 3 CR †PO 299 Special Topics in Political Science Explores the relationship between ethics, public service, and public policy making. 3 CR Virtue, integrity, honor, and trust are central Designates new or occasional courses themes. that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Courses †PO 306 Liberalism capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty member’s particular interest, an experimental 3 CR alternative to existing courses, etc. Liberalism emerged in the 17th century to Prerequisites established by the department advance individual liberty and a free and as appropriate for the specific course. Course open society against religious conformity title is shown on the student’s transcript. and ascribed status. This course examines Consult the current course schedule for this radical change, how liberalism itself has available topics and current prerequisites. since changed and the role that liberalism plays in politics today. †PO 300 Foundations of Political Thought 3 CR †PO 307 Conservatism Examines essential thinkers in political 3 CR science, including Aristotle, Machiavelli and What conservatives have in common is Rousseau. Themes include human nature, the an unwavering reverence for history and structure and purpose of government, justice tradition. Consequently, what it means to be and ethics, liberty and rights and the role of a conservative is determined by time and property. place. This course examines many variants of

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conservatism, including 18th-century Europe development, violence and revolution, and the contemporary United States. militarism and the relationship with the United States. †PO 308 Theories of Political Economy 3 CR †PO 316 South Asian Politics Examines the foundation of and challenges 3 CR to market capitalism. The role of political Explores South Asia as a region with special actors, shortcomings of the market and the emphasis on India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, trend toward globalization are emphasized. and Bangladesh. Domestic and international Seminal works of Adam Smith, Karl Marx and politics of these countries are examined other economic theorists are explored. along with bilateral relations. Role of South Asia in a globalized world is studied in light †PO 309 British Politics of growing political, cultural, and economic interdependence. 3 CR Examines the politics and governing †PO 317 African Politics structures of Great Britain as well as the contemporary challenges of the 21st century. 3 CR Examines Africa as it has evolved over the †PO 310 Irish Politics years under outside influence - colonial rule, post-colonial or cold war period, and under 3 CR globalization during the 1990’s. Explores Examines the politics and governing reasons for political conflict in Africa and structures of Ireland as well as the barriers to conflict resolution. Africa’s contemporary challenges of the 21st century. economic resurgence in the 21st century is also examined. †PO 313 The Politics of European Integration 3 CR †PO 318 Contemporary European Politics Explores the political complexities associated 3 CR with the integration of European nations. A comparative analysis of several European The structure and function of European political systems. Similarities and differences governing institutions are examined and are explored with respect to governing analyzed. structures, political culture and patterns of political behavior. †PO 314 Middle East Politics 3 CR †PO 319/PS 224 Political Psychology Problems and prospects of the Middle East. 3 CR Area history, culture, Islam, intrusion of the Themes and concepts related to the West, oil, impact of personalities, Arab- expanding field of political psychology. Israeli problem, modernization and Islamic Topics include the impact of media, fundamentalism are studied. nationalism, extremism and security. The psychology of leadership is examined †PO 315 Latin American Politics through case studies. 3 CR An introduction to the political culture †PO 320 Modern Political Economy and structures of Latin America. Explores 3 CR key themes and challenges for the region, Examines free market and centralized including democratization, economic approaches to economic development.

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Impact of approaches toward income Assembly Committees. Sacred Heart distribution, welfare policy, health care and students represent an assigned country and social security are explored through case participate in making policies and adopting studies. resolutions in favor of their country.

†PO 321 Public Administration †PO 341 International Law 3 CR 3 CR Survey of organizational theories Traces the development of international law and professional skills useful to those and reviews principles and cases in major contemplating public sector service topical areas. Addresses public service context, planning, budgeting, communication, leadership and †PO 351 Constitutional Law other skills. 3 CR An inquiry into American constitutional law †PO 322 American Public Policy through the study of outstanding cases. 3 CR Attention is given to the development of Models of policy making. Examines constitutional doctrines and the processes of government policies toward civil, gender legal reasoning. and minority rights, crime, health, welfare, Prerequisite: PO 121 education, environment and other areas †PO 352 The First Amendment †PO 323 American Education Policy 3 CR 3 CR Examines U.S. Supreme Court cases involving Overview of the major issues and themes the freedom of religion, speech, press, affecting education policy in the U.S. assembly and petition. Special attention Historical, political and social setting of is given to the balance between personal American education are explored, with liberty and societal order. special focus on the major actors involved in the policy making process. Prerequisite: PO 121

Internship Program †PO 325 Politics, Law and Judicial Behavior PO 391 3 CR 3–6 CR Examines the judiciary’s role in the American Congressional district staff, state Capitol political process. Topics include the or Washington, D.C., internships; election nature of law, political influence in judicial campaign and party organization internships; decision making, court organization, judicial not-for-profit organization internships and recruitment and the powers and limitations others. of the judiciary. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair Prerequisite: PO 121 PO 395 Senior Seminar in Political Science †PO 331 Model UN 3 CR 3 CR Advanced study of a particular theme or Prepares students to participate in the four topic in a seminar setting. Required capstone day mock Model UN conference organized course for Political Science majors. in the spring. Preparation includes position Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission. papers on issues specific to UN General

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PO 399 Independent Study 1–3 CR Guided study of a topic that goes beyond normal course offerings under the direction of a member of the Political Science faculty. Approval of the chair of the Political Science program required. By special arrangement.

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PSYCHOLOGY MINDY MISERENDINO, PH.D. Associate Professor The Psychology program provides its students with a basic foundation in the ANNEMARIE MURPHY, PH.D. scientific study of human behavior. This Lecturer background is of value to two groups of students: those who enter the employment market after completion of the Baccalaureate SHIRLEY PAVONE, PH.D. Visiting Assistant Professor degree and those who further their education through graduate study and pursue a career in psychology or a related JESSICA SAMUOLIS, PH.D. field. Assistant Professor

The department offers courses on DAVID SHAENFIELD, PH.D. conducting experimental research, as well Lecturer as providing internship opportunities and a wide range of elective courses covering LISA SMITH, PSY.D. many different areas of interest. Lecturer

CHRISTINA J. TAYLOR, PH.D. Faculty Associate Professor

ALBERT WAKIN, M.S., CAGS RACHEL E. BOWMAN, PH.D. Instructor Associate Professor, Interim Chair

DEIRDRE YEATER, PH.D. STEPHEN BRINER, PH.D. Associate Professor Assistant Professor

MAUREEN A. CONARD, PH.D. Associate Professor Major In Psychology The major in Psychology requires the SUSAN GANNON, M.A. completion of 38 credits. Instructor REQUIRED COURSES RUTH M. GRANT, PH.D. PS 110 introduction to Psychology Visiting Assistant Professor PS 201 Research Design & Analysis I RONALD HAMEL, M.A. PS 302 Research Design & Analysis II Instructor (4 credits) Four Psychology electives, at least one at MARY IGNAGNI, M.A., M.S. the 300 level Instructor PS 335 Human and Animal Learning

WILLIAM MAYER, PSY.D. PS 351 Brain and Behavior Lecturer PS 380 Advanced Psychological Research (4 credits) DAWN MELZER, PH.D., PS 382 Systems and Theories of Assistant Professor Psychology

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PS 397 or 398 Capstone Experience in scientific ideas. This course aims to help us Psychology (one course) understand ourselves as human persons, as well as to understand the social and physical environments in which we live. Minor In Psychology †PS 110 Introduction to Psychology The minor in Psychology requires the completion of the following 18 credits. 3 CR Introduction to psychology as the science REQUIRED COURSES FOR MINOR of behavior, focusing on the physiological, cognitive, learning, sociocultural and PS 110 introduction to Psychology psychodynamic bases of behavior. Note: PS 201 Research Design & Analysis I Students must achieve a C+ or better in this PS 382 Systems and Theories of course in order to take any 200 or 300 level Psychology psychology courses. Three Psychology electives PS 201 Research Design & Analysis I 3 CR Associate in Arts General Studies Students learn how to do primary quantitative research in psychology and to apply basic statistical principles to data EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS - PSYCHOLOGY collected using the scientific method. (18 CREDITS) Emphasis is on descriptive, correlational and PS 110 introduction to Psychology other non-experimental designs. PS 382 Systems and Theories of Prerequisites: MA 131 plus one additional Psychology college-level mathematics course with Four Psychology electives an average of C+ or better across both mathematics courses with neither grade below C Course Descriptions †PS 205 Motivation † Elective Core Course 3 CR Motivation concerns the processes that give PSCC 103 The Human Community: The behavior its energy and direction. This course Individual and Society introduces students to theory, concepts 3 CR and methods in the field of motivation. A variety of topics will be covered including This course is the third of four courses in the biological bases of motivation, behavioral Sacred Heart University’s Common Core approaches, including drive and learning Curriculum, The Human Journey. This course theories, cognitive approaches with its will address the four fundamental questions emphasis on competence and attribution of human meaning and value that serve theories, and the influence of emotion on as the unifying frame for all the courses motivation. Students will encounter empirical in The Human Journey. This particular research in classroom discussions, textbook course engages students in a study of the readings, and primary research reports. relationship between psychology – the Hands-on experience will be gained by science of human behavior and mental designing a motivational intervention. processes and the Catholic intellectual tradition – which is characterized by rigorous Prerequisite: PS 110 intellectual inquiry and an openness to

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†PS 211 Human Sexuality Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better 3 CR An in-depth analysis of issues relating †PS 224/PO 319 Political Psychology to human sexuality, including historical 3 CR perspectives and their significance, research Themes and concepts related to the evaluation, gender identity, communication, expanding field of political psychology. sexual response and sexual dysfunction and Topics include the media, nationalism, its treatment. extremism and security. Psychology of Prerequisite: PS 110 leadership examined through case studies. This is a Political Science course, but can be †PS 212 Abnormal Psychology used as a Psychology elective. 3 CR Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Examines various mental disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, brain †PS 233 Introduction to Clinical Psychology damage, retardation, sexual deviations. 3 CR Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Provides an understanding of basic principles and tools used in clinical practice †PS 215 Social Psychology: Interpersonal to implement behavioral interventions. Factors Students are expected to master some of the elemental principles of cognitive-behavioral 3 CR therapy and to demonstrate the applicability Explores how people are affected by the of these principles to their own experience. persons around them. Topics include: person Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better perception, first impressions, interpersonal attraction, nonverbal communication, romantic love, prejudice, stereotyping, †PS 241 Psychology of Personality aggression, conformity, obedience and 3 CR environmental influences on behavior. Explores scientific perspectives on Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better personality including trait, biological, Freudian, neo-Freudian, social learning and †PS 220 Drugs: Use and Abuse in humanistic. Contemporary Society Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better 3 CR Examines the nature of drug use, legal and †PS 252 Child Development Psychology illegal, in contemporary society. Emphasis 3 CR is on behavioral and physiological effects Traces development from conception of psychoactive substances, addictions, through childhood, including basic concepts rehabilitation strategies and ethical issues. and theories as applied to psychological Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better processes of perception, cognition, social interactions, affective and moral †PS 222 Sports Psychology development. 3 CR Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Provides information on and facilitates understanding of individual sport behavior. †PS 255 Industrial and Organizational Emphasis is on the psychological constructs Psychology and concepts that relate to and help explain 3 CR the phenomena of sports performance. Explores theories and methods involved in

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application of the psychological principles in counseling and involves the study of several work settings. Emphasis is on understanding different theoretical approaches, including theory, research, learning methods and client-centered and rational-emotive. techniques used in practice. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better PS 286 Psychological Counseling II †PS 256 Consumer Psychology 3 CR 3 CR Presents further dimensions of the helping Examines psychological, social and relationship and the approaches of reality, behavioral processes involved in consumer cognitive and Gestalt therapy. Audiotapes behavior, with a special emphasis on ethical of students’ counseling efforts are critiqued issues. in class. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Prerequisite: PS 285

†PS 273 Adolescent Development †PS 295 Health Psychology 3 CR 3 CR An in-depth study of developmental and Focuses on the relationship between behavioral issues in adolescence. Emphasis is attitudes and personality factors and on adjustment to adolescent roles, the search health. Emphasis is on stress management for self-identity and healthy and unhealthy and behavioral change methods for health personality development. improvement and maintenance. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better

†PS 274 Adult Development †PS 299 Special Topics in Psychology 3 CR 3 CR Considers various psychological issues and Designates new or occasional courses developmental tasks of adulthood and that may or may not become part of the middle age, psychological characteristics of department’s permanent offerings. Courses the elderly and the psychology of death and capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty dying. member’s particular interest, an experimental Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisites established by the department †PS 275 Psychology of Women as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student’s transcript. 3 CR Consult the current course schedule for Surveys and examines current research and available topics and current prerequisites. theories about women and gender. Topics include: gender-role stereotypes, attitudes PS 201 Research Design & Analysis I toward women, gender-role socialization, women and work, sexuality, marriage, love 3 CR and the biology of women. Students learn how to do primary Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better quantitative research in psychology and to apply basic statistical principles to data collected using the scientific method. †PS 285 Psychological Counseling I Emphasis is on descriptive, correlational and 3 CR other non experimental designs. Deals with the fundamental principles of Prerequisites: PS110, grade of C+ or better,

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MA 131 plus one additional college-level and health promotion. Students will also mathematics course with an average of C+ or come to understand the application of better across both mathematics courses with research methods utilized in the field of neither grade below C. prevention and health promotion. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better PS 302 Research Design & Analysis II 4 CR †PS 331 Psychometrics/School Psychology Students continue to learn how to do 3 CR primary quantitative research in psychology Examines principles, theories, applications and to apply basic statistical principles and ethics of psychological tests used for to data collected using the scientific clinical, educational, industrial or legal method. Emphasis is on hypothesis testing purposes. Specific tests and issues unique to in experimental and quasi-experimental their use and abuse are presented. designs, with special consideration given to the control of extraneous variables. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Prerequisite: PS 201, with at least a C+ PS 335 Human and Animal Learning 3 CR †PS 305 Cognition in Humans and Animals 3 CR Explores theories of learning from their historical origin to the present and focuses This seminar course will explore the on how these theories can be applied to the differences and similarities in the cognitive “real world.” Students will gain insight into development of animals and humans, the factors that influence their own behavior, particularly infants and children. Often in as well as the behavior of others. comparative courses the focus is “what makes humans unique?” but this course will Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better or also explore the many ways our development BI 111/113 and behavior parallel those found in the animals world through discussion of theory PS 350/BI 205 Essentials of Neuroscience and research related to this field. The course 3 CR will focus on various cognitive abilities Introduces students to the field of including those in perception, language, and neuroscience, which combines biology theory of mind and play. and psychology into a single area of study. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better Topics range from the cellular and molecular physiology of neurons to issues of human †PS 313 Abnormal Psychology in Film language, cognition, mental illness and drug 3 CR use. Study of the diagnosis, causes and treatment Prerequisites: PS 110, grade of C+ or better of the major psychological disorders through or BI 111/113 examination of their portrayal in popular films. PS 351 Brain and Behavior Prerequisite: PS 110 , grade of C+ or better 3 CR †PS 315 Prevention and Health Promotion Examines the molecular and molar views 3 CR of the nervous and endocrine systems and emphasizes the roles of these systems in Students In this course will increase behavior. their awareness of the challenges of, and understand the principles, core elements, Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better or and models/theories regarding, prevention BI 111/113

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PS 352 Hormones and Behavior Prerequisite: PS 201 with a C+ or better 3 CR This course examines the hormonal PS 390–395 Psychological Research mediation of various behaviors, including 1–6 CR play, aggression, parenting and cognitive Research in the basic areas of scientific functioning. psychology performed under the supervision Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better or of participating faculty. By special BI 111/113 arrangement with faculty member.

PS 353 Psychopharmacology PS 396 Capstone: Psychology Internship 3 CR 3 CR This course presents current data and A senior course which integrates theory theories in psychopharmacology and and practice with supervised placement drug abuse research. Basic principles of in agencies, schools and/or institutions. pharmacology, neurotransmission and drug Seminars focus on career assessment, use are covered. personal growth and work skills. Prerequisite: PS 110, grade of C+ or better or Prerequisite: Senior Psychology major BI 111/113 standing - Permission of department

PS 380 Advanced Psychological Research PS 397 Capstone: Psychological Research 4 CR 3 CR Covers research techniques and literature in A senior course in which students conduct a particular area of psychology. Laboratory research under the supervision of a faculty work is included. member. Course may involve a review Prerequisite: PS 302 with a C+ or better and discussion of relevant literature in a seminar format and/or data collection in a laboratory setting. Intended for students PS 382 Systems and Theories of Psychology who are planning to go to graduate school in 3 CR Psychology. An historical survey of theoretical Prerequisite: Senior Psychology major formulations and systems in psychology. standing - Permission of department Evaluates structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology, PS 398 Capstone: Practicum Project psychoanalysis and humanistic and cognitive orientation. 3 CR Prerequisites: PS 302 with a C+ or better, A senior course in which students participate Junior or Senior psychology minor/major in a community service and/or research standing project to learn a set of practical skills and apply this knowledge to their other Psychology courses in a career-related setting. PS 389 Advanced Special Topics Prerequisite: Senior Psychology major 3 CR standing Designates new or occasional upper-level courses that may or may not become part of the department’s permanent offerings. Note: The department may allow other Courses capitalize on a timely topic, reflect a courses to substitute for PS 396, PS 397 or faculty member’s particular interest or offer PS 398, provided the course meets certain an alternative to existing courses. criteria and is approved by the chair.

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SOCIAL WORK REQUIRED COURSES Social work is both a profession and a method SW 101 introduction to Social Work of helping. As a profession, social work assists SW 224 Human Diversity and Social individuals, families, groups organizations and Justice the community to meet their needs, solve SW 265 Social Welfare as a Social problems, obtain resources and achieve goals. Institution As a method of helping, social work involves SW 266 Social Welfare Policy and purposeful use of professional knowledge, Services skills and values to facilitate development and change in individuals or larger systems. SW 267 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I The Baccalaureate Social Work Program SW 268 Human Behavior and the employs a liberal arts perspective that Social Environment II provides students with analytical, conceptual SW 275 Social Work Practice I and interactional skills that allow them to identify client strengths and resources, to SW 278 Junior Field Practicum implement planned change and to intervene SW 279 Junior Field Practicum in problem situations. Seminar SW 375 Social Work Practice II The major in Social Work prepares students for professional generalist social work practice SW 378 Senior Field Practicum I at the beginning level and for graduate SW 379 Senior Field Practicum study. The baccalaureate degree program Seminar I is accredited by the Council on Social Work SW 380 Senior Field Practicum II Education. SW 381 Senior Field Practicum Seminar II SW 390 Research Methods for Social Faculty Work SW 391 Supervised Research PATRICIA CARL-STANNARD, M.S.W, L.C.S.W. Clinical Assistant Professor Practicum

BRONWYN CROSS-DENNY, PH.D., L.C.S.W. REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES Assistant Professor, Program Director PS 110 introduction to Psychology BI 101 The Nature of Life JOHN MCTIGHE, PH.D., L.C.S.W., M.DIV. or Assistant Professor BI 103 The Human Body MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making PO 121 introduction to American Major in Social Work Government The major in Social Work requires the SO 110 Sociological Imagination completion of 46 major credits, plus 18 – 19 credits of required supporting courses in SO 254 Society and Economic Change Psychology, Biology, Math, Political Science and Sociology.

The student is required to maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and a GPA of 2.5 or higher in required major courses.

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Course Descriptions SW 267 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I SW 101 Introduction to Social Work 3 CR 3 CR Theories of human development with Explores the profession of social work as a emphasis on stages of the life cycle; human career choice. Focuses on generalist social diversity; and the biological, psychological, work practice as a societal response to social socioeconomic, spiritual and cultural problems with an orientation to professional influences on development. knowledge, skills, values and ethics. Prerequisites: BI 010 or BI 030, PS 101 or PS Prerequisite: SO 101 or SO 110 110 and SW 101

SW 140 Perspectives on Family Violence SW 268 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II 3 CR 3 CR The effects and characteristics of family violence from the legal, medical and social A study of diverse family, group, community perspectives. Incidence and preconditions of and organizational systems and their impact child abuse, spousal abuse and elder abuse on human development and behavior. are studied. Theoretical knowledge and assessment skills are emphasized. SW 224 Human Diversity and Social Justice Prerequisite: SW 267 3 CR SW 275 Social Work Practice I Provides students with a framework for understanding how diversity characterizes 3 CR and shapes the human experience and is Emphasizes the generalist model of social critical to the formation of identity. work practice, the use of systems theory, the strengths perspective and professional SW 265 Social Welfare as a Social Institution values and skills to facilitate the planned change and problem-solving process. 3 CR Prerequisites: Junior standing and SW 101 An introduction to the social service delivery system and resources, the values and ethics inherent in policy and the role of the SW 278 Junior Field Practicum social work profession. Includes a global 4 CR perspective on comparative social welfare Internship for two days each week in a systems. human service agency where students are Prerequisite: SW 101 and PO 121 professionally supervised in social work practice with clients and the community. SW 266 Social Welfare Policy and Services Prerequisites: SW 265, SW 267, SW 275 and 3 CR departmental evaluation for admission to Intermediate Major Status; Corequisite: SW Examines how social policy is formulated 279 and implemented with a focus on the inequalities and inequities in social welfare policy that express institutional SW 279 Junior Field Practicum Seminar discrimination. Emphasizes the development 2 CR of macropractice skills. Taken concurrently with SW 278, this course Prerequisites: PO 121, SO 254 and SW 265 facilitates, reinforces and supports field- based learning. Emphasizes engagement,

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assessment, intervention planning, from the entire curriculum to professional interviewing skills and professional values practice. and ethics. Corequisites: SW 378 and SW 380 Corequisite: SW 278 SW 390 Research Methods for Social Work SW 299 Special Topics in Social Work 4 CR 3 CR Development of research skills for evaluation Designates new or occasional courses and enhancement of social work practice. that may or may not become part of the Emphasizes research designs, sampling, program’s permanent offerings. Courses practice evaluation, program evaluation, capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty measurement instruments and basic member’s particular interest, an experimental statistics. alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisite: Junior standing and MA 131 Prerequisites established by the program as appropriate for the specific course. Course SW 391 Supervised Research Practicum title is shown on the student’s transcript. Consult the current course schedule for 2 CR available topics and current prerequisites. Conduct supervised undergraduate research with faculty allowing integration and SW 375 Social Work Practice II application of research methods content 3 CR covered in SW 390. Examines intervention skills with families, Prerequisite: SW 390 with B or better with groups, communities and organizations using departmental approval the planned change process. Introduces spirituality in social work practice. Prerequisite: SW 275

SW 378 and SW 380 Senior Field Practicum I and II 4 CR each Professionally supervised Senior internship for two days each week. Integration of theory with practice and the development of appropriate skills and knowledge, along with professional identification, values and attitudes. Prerequisites: SW 278 and SW 279 and evaluation for admission to Degree Candidacy status; Corequisites: SW 379 and SW 381

SW 379 and SW 381 Senior Field Practicum Seminar I and II 2 CR each Emphasis is on professional development, the use of research methods to evaluate one’s own practice and application of theory

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SOCIOLOGY SO 373 Applications of Sociological Theory Sociology is the systematic and scientific study of social life, from peer groups to mass SO 382 Methods of Social Research media to the global society. The Sociology SO 383 Applications of Social Program at Sacred Heart University is value Research driven and the faculty provide a course of SO 398 Senior Seminar in Sociology study that fosters awareness of social conflict Electives Two Sociology electives and inequality while highlighting practices (other than electives used and structures that promote healthy toward concentration) self development, cohesive family and community and a fair and just society. The Additional Requirements for General Program provides an excellent foundation for Sociology Concentration: 9 credits careers in professional sociology and social research, teaching, counseling, community SO 392 Sociology Internship service, human resources, journalism, public relations, government service, law, NGOs and Two courses from the following: other non-profit organizations. SO 201 Poverty and Inequality in the United States SO 239 Diversity and Oppression in Faculty Contemporary Society SO 258 Society and the Environment COLLEEN BUTLER-SWEET, PH.D. Elective Anthropology elective Assistant Professor Additional Requirements for the Teaching STEPHEN J. LILLEY, PH.D. Concentration: 9 credits Professor, Chair Three courses from the following: SO 216 Changing Families AMANDA MORAS, PH.D. Assistant Professor SO 238 Youth and Contemporary Society GERALD F. REID, PH.D. SO 239 Diversity and Oppression in Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences Contemporary Society Professor Elective Anthropology elective

Additional Requirements for the Social Major in Sociology Research Concentration: 12 credits SO 242 Statistics for Social Research The major in Sociology requires the completion of 36 or 39 credits. There SO 392 Sociology Internship are three concentrations that students can choose from: General Sociology Two courses from the following: Concentration, Concentration for Teaching SO 240 Studying Changing Human and the Social Research Concentration. Populations SO 254 Society and Economic Change REQUIRED COURSES AN 250 Doing Ethnography: AN 110 Human Cultural Diversity Qualitative Research in the SO 110 Sociological Imagination Social Sciences SO 372 Sociological Theory

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Minor in Sociology †SO 110 Sociological Imagination The minor in Sociology requires the 3 CR completion of the following 18 credits: Students are taught how to investigate social AN 110 Human Cultural Diversity issues as sociologists do—by tracing the troubles of men and women back to broader SO 110 Sociological Imagination social forces and problems. The relevance of Elective Anthropology elective sociology is demonstrated through examples Electives Three Sociology electives of applied sociology and through the students’ use of social theory and methods to address social problems. Associate in Arts General Studies †SO 201 Poverty and Inequality in the United States EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) 3 CR Required Courses The aim of this course is for students to AN 110 Human Cultural Diversity develop an understanding of the nature, causes and consequences of poverty and SO 110 Sociological Imagination socioeconomic inequality in contemporary Electives Three Sociology electives United States. These problems are examined from theoretical, descriptive, historical and comparative perspectives. The intersection Course Descriptions of the problems of poverty and inequality with gender, race, ethnicity and political † Elective Core Course power are also examined. Students will have an opportunity to examine critically SOCC 103 The Human Community: The current public policies designed to deal with Individual and Society the problems of poverty and inequality in 3 CR American society. This is the third of four courses in The Prerequisite: SO 110 Human Journey, Sacred Heart University’s Common Core Curriculum. As part of the †SO 215 Social Psychology: Macroprocesses University’s Common Core: The Human 3 CR Journey, this course takes up the enduring Explores social and cultural forces that questions of human existence: 1) What influence individual social interaction. Covers does it mean to be human? 2) What does it components of individual social behavior and mean to live a life of meaning and purpose? interpersonal social behavior. 3) What does it mean to appreciate and understand the natural world? 4) What does Prerequisite: SO 110 it mean to forge a more just society for the common good? Investigations are primarily †SO 216 Changing Families guided by insights from sociology about 3 CR the social nature of human beings and the structure of societies while also including the Examines family in terms of structure, roles contributions from the natural sciences and and functions. Emphasis is on understanding: the Catholic intellectual tradition. family life cycles; the shift in perspective about the family; the conflict between family values and individual values; the interplay between individual families and the larger society; and the flexibility and diversity of

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the family as an institution. †SO 237 Deviance and Social Control Prerequisite: SO 110 3 CR Explores the creation of deviance, the †SO 220 Ethnography of Ireland process of becoming deviant and society’s 3 CR reactions to such issues as civil disorder, crime, mental illness, addiction and sexual This course examines the patterns economic, deviance. social, political and cultural change in modern Ireland through the lens of selected Prerequisite: SO 110 ethnographic studies of Irish communities. In addition, this course will examine the †SO 238 Youth and Contemporary Society changing theoretical interests and research 3 CR methodologies of anthropologists working in Ireland. This work will be supplemented with The course analyzes youth as a stage in life a selection of ethnographic films focusing made both promising and problematic by on Irish communities and contemporary contemporary social structure and culture. patterns socio-cultural change in Ireland. Attention is given to the origins and forms of youthful conformity and achievement as well as misconduct and crime, with an emphasis †SO 224 Social Capital & Civil Society on how those issues differ by gender, social 3 CR class, race/ ethnicity and variations in the Centered on Putnam’s influential Bowling organizations and social institutions that Alone (2001), this course examines the constitute the context of daily life for youth. concept of social capital and the role Prerequisite: SO 110 of social capital in the building and maintenance of community life and civil †SO 239 Diversity and Oppression in society. Contemporary Society Prerequisite: SO 110 3 CR Emphasis is on human diversity. This †SO 233 Aging in America course is designed to give students an 3 CR understanding of the conditions that lead to The aging of the American population is the minority emergence and the consequence subject of this course. Emphasis is placed of minority status; it fosters acceptance on the imminent retirement of the “baby of diversity, cultural pluralism and social boomers” and its impact on the structures of change. society and future generations. Prerequisite: SO 110 Prerequisite: SO 110 †SO 240 Studying Changing Human †SO 234 Sociology of Health and Populations Health Care 3 CR 3 CR This course (1) identifies what kinds of Focuses on the social nature of illness in changes have been occurring in the size, contemporary society, the changing health composition and geographic distribution care system and the ethical issues raised by of human populations at the local, national advances in medical technology. and global levels; (2) analyzes the impacts those changes have been exerting on social Prerequisite: SO 110 patterns; and (3) develops basic skills for studying those changes and impacts. Focuses on birth and fertility rates, death

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rates, migration rates and changes in specific †SO 257 Science, Technology and Society aspects of populations: size, age, sex ratio, 3 CR socioeconomic status and cultural heritage/ identity. With the increasing diffusion of biotechnology, cybertechnology, Prerequisite: SO 110 communication/media technology, etc., in the world, it is prudent to study the influence †SO 242 Statistics for Social Research of science and technology on culture and 3 CR society and to consider the social impact of the next wave. While identifying serious This course shows how to use statistics for problems and risks, the course also explores specific purposes in social research and how how science and technology are positive to interpret the results of statistical analysis. forces. Prerequisites: SO 110 and C or better in MA Prerequisite: SO 110 101 or higher level Mathematics course

†SO 258 Society and the Environment †SO244 Racial and Ethnic Relations 3 CR 3 CR This course (1) examines how human In this course students will be introduced activities contribute to environmental to the various sociological perspectives and problems, such as climate change, pollution, theoretical frameworks used to understand disappearance of natural habitat, decreasing racial and ethnic relations in the United biodiversity, diminishing natural resources, States. Racial and ethnic identities remain deforestation, erosion and desertification, an important aspect of how people view (2) analyzes the impact of environmental themselves and others. In this course, we will degradation on human populations and discuss the dynamics of individual racial and human societies; and (3) identifies those ethnic groups including African Americans, steps taken and yet to be taken to end Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian degradation and restore environmental Americans and White Americans. We will health. A project in which students take also examine what the concepts of race and action in some group organization or ethnicity mean and how they affect various community to make its impacts on the aspects of American society. environment more positive is required. Prerequisite: SO 110 Prerequisite: SO 110

†SO 254 Society and Economic Change †SO 259 Social Movements 3 CR 3 CR Major socioeconomic developments in Social movements are a powerful form of 21st-century capitalism (e.g., consumer collective action with the capacity to alter culture, global labor market, media empires) societies for the better (e.g., Civil Rights are studied. The persistence of inequality Movement) or worse (e.g., fascism). Utilizing and poverty, fragmentation of family and a rich vein of social theory and social community, unhealthy constructions of scientific studies, this course offers an in- self-image and other social problems are depth analysis of these fascinating social explained in terms of these developments. phenomena. Prerequisite: SO 110 Prerequisite: SO 110

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†SO 263 Sociology of Gender that ideas are analyzed, dissected and 3 CR critically assessed. This course provides an introduction to the Prerequisites: AN 110, SO 110 and two sociological study of gender by exploring Sociology electives gender as something that is individual, interactional and institutional. This course SO 373 Applications of Sociological Theory elaborates specifically on how gender is 3 CR a central component of inequality and Emphasis is on sociology as an applied oppression and the intersections of gender, discipline that provides scientific race, class and sexuality. explanations of important social issues. Prerequisite: SO 110 Students review several existing sociological studies framed within the various theoretical †SO 296 Sociology of Education approaches studied in the Sociological 3 CR Theory (SO 372). Students are expected to identify the theoretical framework used This course focuses on education as a social by the researcher in each study; to explain institution and an agent of socialization. The the impact of the theoretical framework on formal organization of education, education the methodology used in the study; and to and the family, education and social propose another theoretical framework that stratification and education as a vehicle for could have been used and its impact on the examining and solving social problems are selection of a research method to study the explored. social phenomenon covered in the study. Prerequisite: SO 110 This course helps students understand the relationship between theory and method and †SO 299 Special Topics in Sociology provides a critical foundation for the design 3 CR and development of their Senior thesis. Detailed and comprehensive analysis of Prerequisites: SO 372, SO 382; Corequisite: a sociological issue or problem of current SO 383 interest. Specific topic is announced in the course schedule of any given semester. SO 382 Methods of Social Research Prerequisite: SO 110 3 CR Students learn how to design, conduct SO 372 Sociological Theory 3 CR and report the results of social research. This sociological theory course gives Attention is given to: experimental students an understanding of the works of and evaluation research, field research, the major classical theorists whose ideas unstructured exploratory interviewing, played a central role in the development of content analysis, analysis of published sociological theory and introduces students statistical data, survey research, to the dominant contemporary perspectives conceptualization and operationalization in social thought. Emphasis is on developing of variables, analysis of data, the writing of the students’ knowledge of the range of research reports and the logic of cause and thinking that exists concerning social issues, effect in research. The course also includes what the strengths and weaknesses of each learning how to use the Statistical Package position are, therefore, enabling them to for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software to work within any point of view. A seminar analyze quantitative data. format is used, requiring students to do Prerequisites: AN 110, SO 110 and two assigned readings before a topic is discussed Sociology electives in class since it is through class discussions

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SO 383 Applications of Social Research SO 399 Independent Study in Sociology 3 CR 3 CR This course involves additional exercises with Designed for students interested in advanced the analysis of published statistical data, study or in pursuing areas within Sociology content analysis, survey research, sampling for which no course is offered. By special theory, the use of SPSS for quantitative arrangement. data analysis, with emphasis on applications Prerequisite: Permission of Sociology faculty of multivariate analysis for the purpose of examining evidence for cause-and-effect relationships. Other topics include the relationship between theory and research; examining studies which researchers have used to test and/or refine sociological theories; learning how to use one’s own research to test, refine and develop sociological theories; and developing the ability to relate the findings of existing studies to one’s own research questions. This course is a critical part of the foundation for the Senior Seminar in Sociology. Prerequisites: SO 382, SO 372; Corequisite: SO 373

SO 392 Sociology Internship 3–6 CR The internship in Sociology offers an opportunity for qualified Sociology majors to gain practical experience in an area to which sociology applies. Internships are arranged in advance of the semester they are to be taken. Prerequisite: Permission of Sociology faculty

SO 398 Senior Seminar in Sociology 3 CR The capstone course in the Sociology major. Students write and defend a sociological thesis under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Prerequisites: SO 373 and SO 383, Senior Sociology major standing

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THEOLOGY AND MICHAEL W. HIIGGINS, PH.D. Professor RELIGIOUS STUDIES Throughout human history, religion has CHRISTOPHER KELLY, PH.D. played an enormous role in shaping human Assistant Professor actions and perceptions, as well as social institutions and values. The academic study CHRISTEL J. MANNING, PH.D. of religion involves a sympathetic yet critical Professor examination of the human attempt to answer the questions, “Who are we and why are we BRIAN STILTNER, PH.D. here?” It also allows us to understand better Associate Professor, Chair the complex world in which we live. The study of religion uses the methods of several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, history, psychology, sociology, anthropology, Major in Theology and and literary criticism. The goals of the Religious Studies program are that students engage in critical The major in Theology and Religious Studies dialogue with their own religious traditions requires the completion of 33 credits, and other traditions; understand these including one each from four major areas, as traditions in their complexity; and articulate listed below. coherent, religiously informed answers to basic questions of human meaning.

The Theology and Religious Studies major REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR IN allows the student to explore numerous THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES topics within the broad domain of religion, TRS 101 introduction to the Study of such as theology, Bible, ethics, world Religion religions, myth, ritual, and issues of sexuality TRS 201-204, 301-305 - One course in and gender in world religions. This major can Biblical Studies easily combine with a second major and with any minor or concentration. A version of the TRS 220-223, 230-233, 320-328, major with a concentration in theology is 330-336 - One course in Theology and offered. The minor is offered in two versions: Spirituality one focused on Religious Studies, the other TRS 240-243, 340-345 - One course in on Theology. Ethics TRS 260-264, 270-274, 360-364, 371- 372 - One course in World Religions and Faculty Comparative Studies Six TRS Electives* (18 credits) ANTHONY CIORRA, PH.D. *At least three courses must be taken at the Professor 300 level

ONORIDE EKEH, PH.D. REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR Assistant Professor WITH THEOLOGY CONCENTRATION Requires the completion of 33 credits. Same JUNE-ANN GREELEY, PH.D. as the major above, but at least three of the Associate Professor six TRS electives are taken from among: TRS 201-204, 301-305 - Biblical Studies RICHARD M. GRIGG, PH.D. Professor courses

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TRS 220-223, 230-233, 320-328, 330-336- Theology and Spirituality courses Theology and Spirituality courses TRS 240, 241, 344 - Ethics courses with TRS 240 Foundations of Catholic Ethics Catholic focus TRS 241 History of Christian Ethics Certain RS 299 and FYS courses designated TRS 344 Virtue Ethics by the department Certain TRS 299 and FYS courses designated Any TRS Elective by the department

Associate in Arts - General Studies Minor in Religious Studies The minor in Religious Studies requires the EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDITS) completion of 18 credits. TRS 101 introduction to the Study of Religion REQUIRED COURSES FOR RELGIOUS STUDIES MINOR Four TRS Electives TRS 101 introduction to the Study of Religion Course Descriptions Four courses from among: TRS 260-264, 270-274, 360-372 - World † Elective Core Course Religions and Comparative Studies courses †RSCC 104 The Human Search for Truth, TRS 282-284, 381-383 - Historical & Cultural Justice, and the Common Good courses 3 CR TRS 243, 341, 342, 345 - Ethics courses with comparative focus This course is the capstone course in Sacred Certain TRS 299 and FYS courses Heart University’s Common Core sequence of designated by the department study, The Human Journey. As the capstone, this course addresses the Core’s four Any TRS Elective fundamental questions of human meaning and value. This course will investigate the religious or philosophical understanding of Minor in Theology the human condition as a theme running through the four stated questions. Students The minor in Theology requires the will study both classic and contemporary completion of 18 credits texts from a range of religious and some philosophical traditions, particularly the REQUIRED COURSES FOR THEOLOGY Catholic intellectual tradition. A vital MINOR component of the course will be students’ own responses to the four questions, TRS 101 introduction to the Study of especially as those responses evolve through Religion the enrichment of the course material. As a capstone course, RSCC104 enables students Four courses from among: to develop a personal, integrated set of answers to the common core questions TRS 201-204, 301-305 - Biblical Studies through a range of modalities and media, courses including service projects, research papers, TRS 220-223, 230-233, 320-328, 330-336 - artistic productions, student “portfolios”

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of completed assignments for all four Core contemporary methods used by scholars courses, and other similarly integrated and and the Church to interpret these texts. interdisciplinary work. Prerequisite: TRS 101

*All prerequisites listed below as TRS 101 †TRS 204 The Letters of Paul include the previously offered courses RS 101 3 CR and TH 101 Examines the social and religious world of †TRS 101 Introduction to the Study of St. Paul, his biography, his writings in the Religion New Testament, and how these influenced the developing Christian church. Prerequisite: 3 CR TRS 101 Introduces approaches to studying religion, which can be descriptive (religious studies) †TRS 220 Introduction to Catholic Theology or faith-based (theology). Both Eastern and Western religions, including Catholicism, are 3 CR explored. Key features of religion examined Introduces fundamentals of Catholic life typically include: myth, ritual, scriptures, and thought. Key doctrines examined are the divine, morality, salvation, and religion’s scripture, tradition, God/Trinity, Jesus Christ, social impact. sacraments, and the Church in the modern world. Additional topics might include ethics, †TRS 201 Introduction to the Old Testament spirituality, and the saints. Placed in historical context, Catholic theological reasoning about 3 CR these doctrines is compared to theology in Literary and historical study of the Old other branches of Christianity. Testament, also known as the Hebrew Bible in Judaism. Relationship of literary form †TRS 221 Understanding Theology and interpretation in passages from the Pentateuch, historical and prophetic books, 3 CR and wisdom literature. Comparison and An introduction to the nature and role of contrast of theological meanings of these theology. Investigates both academic, or writings for Jews and Christians. Prerequisite: “public,” theology and confessional, or TRS 101 “church-centered,” theology. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 202 Introduction to the New Testament 3 CR †TRS 222 Faith and Reason in the Catholic Tradition Literary, historical, and theological study of the New Testament. Included topics: 3 CR the origin, formation and development This course investigates the relationship of the Gospels and letters; various types between faith and reason. In what ways are of interpretation; the distinctive views of faith and reason compatible and what is the the New Testament writers about Jesus’ history of the interaction between theology life, teachings, death, and resurrection. and academic disciplines such as those in Prerequisite: TRS 101 the natural and social sciences? Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 203 Introduction to the Gospels 3 CR †TRS 223 Sacraments This course is an introduction and 3 CR examination of the synoptic Gospels and Explores the history of the sacraments, the Gospel of John. The course will explore the theology behind them and their role in

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contemporary Catholic life. Prerequisite: TRS †TRS 241 History of Christian Ethics 101 3 CR The ethical reflections of some of the most †TRS 230 History of Christianity I influential Christian thinkers from the Church 3 CR Fathers to the present (e.g., Augustine, Traces the history of the Christian faith from Thomas Aquinas and Martin Luther) applied the New Testament period to the Middle to various important topics of ethical debate Ages. Major issues, controversies, and in Christian history (e.g., the notion of just persons from these centuries are studied. war). Prerequisite: TRS 101 Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 242 The Catholic Social Justice †TRS 231 History of Christianity II Tradition 3 CR 3 CR Traces the history of the Christian faith from The social-ethical teachings of the Catholic the Middle Ages to the present time. Major tradition, especially since Pope Leo XIII’s issues, controversies, and persons from these letter On the Condition of Labor in 1891. centuries are studied. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Course explores Catholic social teaching that emerges from Church documents, traces it application to many issues of social and †TRS 232 Christian Spirituality political conflict, and considers how this 3 CR teaching is challenged by the perspectives of Presents spirituality as a topic worthy of women, minorities, and people in developing study, plumbs its meaning through selections countries. Prerequisite: TRS 101 from the writings of great spiritual masters through the centuries—for example, †TRS 243 Ethics in World Religions Augustine, John of the Cross, Theresa of 3 CR Avila, Ignatius Loyola, Teilhard de Chardin, and Thomas Merton. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Examination of core ethical teachings and methods in several world religions. These resources guide ethical analysis of conflicted †TRS 233 Women in Christianity issues in contemporary society, such as 3 CR economic inequality, racism, violence, sexual A theological, textual and gender-based ethics, and bioethics. Prerequisite: TRS 101 examination of women in the history of Christianity, incorporating critical analysis of †TRS 260 Eastern Religions texts written about and by Christian women. 3 CR Topics include the image of women and woman’s spirituality in the Bible, writings Explores history, beliefs and practices of of the Church Fathers, mystics, sectarian Hinduism, Buddhism and other religions of movements, and the feminist reconstruction India, China and Japan and the emergence of tradition. Prerequisite: TRS 101 of the contemporary New Age movement. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 240 Foundations of Catholic Ethics †TRS 261 Islam 3 CR 3 CR Explores the historical sources and methods of reasoning in the Roman Catholic moral A theological and phenomenological tradition. Critically examines current moral exploration of beliefs, practices, and issues in Catholicism. Prerequisite: TRS 101 symbology of Islam, incorporating extensive readings from the Qur’an, the hadith and

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shari’a, and Sufism. This course analyzes †TRS 271 Celtic Religious Traditions contemporary topics such as religion 3 CR and gender, and religion and politics. Prerequisite: TRS 101 The mythic history of Ireland and “beginning” of the Irish, and the traditions by which the Irish have come to identify themselves and TRS 262 Judaism give meaning to their world. Study of the 3 CR religious function of social institutions; gods, Key components of the complex religion goddesses and ruling powers; holy places; of Judaism, including: Biblical foundations, feasting and sacrifice; spirits and ancestors; historical development, theological and the other world. Also considered is the considerations, rituals and symbols, calendar role of women in these traditions and the and holidays, Jewish Mysticism, prayer, continuation of “myth” in modern Ireland. denominations, and life cycle events. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Explores the role of God in the life of Jews past and present; compares the meaning of †TRS 272 Death and Dying in the World Judaism then and now. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Religions 3 CR †TRS 263 Symbol, Myth and Ritual All religious traditions have regarded the 3 CR process of dying and the result of bodily Notions of symbol, myth and ritual, as well as death as significant events—as natural but an introduction to the use of symbols, myths also sacred states of being that impart to and rituals in a wide variety of religious earthly life its deepest meaning and value. traditions. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Course explores religious beliefs about, and practices developed around, human dying, death and any subsequent conditions of †TRS 264 Ancient Religions and Cults existence. Prerequisite: TRS 101 3 CR Explores the beliefs, practices, and teachings †TRS 273 Religion and Sexuality of ancient world religions including those 3 CR of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia; the mystery cults of the ancient Greco-Roman Examines the relationship between religion civilizations, and the religious traditions of and sexuality in various world religions. pre-Christian northern Europe (Scandinavia) Topics include asceticism vs. eroticism; and ancient Iran. Studies sacred writings of defining normality and deviance; sex as a theses religions, with emphasis on topics means to challenge or maintain the social such as deities and divine powers, rituals order; religious responses to the changing of birth and death, gender studies, and the sexual morality in contemporary Western relationships between ancient faith traditions society. Prerequisite: TRS 101 and the emergence of monotheism. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 274 Religion, Health and Healing 3 CR †TRS 270 Religion in America Explores theories and practices of healing 3 CR in Eastern, Western and Primal religions. Examines the historical factors responsible Examines research on connections between for distinctive trends in American religion religion and health and efficacy of alternative and identifies common threads that run and spiritual therapies. Prerequisite: TRS 101 through the religious history of America from the Puritans to today. Prerequisite: TRS 101

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†TRS 282 Religion in Literature Mark, Luke and John. Prerequisite: TRS 101 3 CR Explores religious dimensions in the fiction †TRS 302 The Historical Jesus of 20th century and contemporary novelists 3 CR and short story writers, and possibility in Investigates what can be known of the other literary formats, such as poetry and historical Jesus—the form of his teaching, memoir. Prerequisite: TRS 101 his message, his actions—through a proper methodological examination of the sources. †TRS 283 Religion in Film Jesus and his follower are understood in the 3 CR context of the history, cultural, and religion of his day. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Explores the religious dimensions of a wide range of films, many of which are screened in class then discussed. The course considers †TRS 303 The Gospel of John both subject matter and style/techniques. 3 CR Prerequisite: TRS 101 A critical interpretation of the Gospel of John. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 284 Cults, Sects and New Religious Movements TRS 304 New Testament Ethics 3 CR 3 CR Explores beliefs and practices of new This course is an examination of the ethical religions in America, including Mormonism, teachings found in the New Testament, and Unification Church, Christian Science, their legacy. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Scientology, Theosophy, New Age, Neopaganism and UFO cults. Presents both †TRS 305 Scripture in the Life of the Church sociological and theological approaches to understanding new religions. Prerequisite: 3 CR TRS 101 A overview of the entire biblical canon, an introduction to historical-critical study of †TRS 299 Special Topics in Religion the Bible, and consideration of the Catholic Church’s contemporary methods for study 3 CR and interpretation of Scripture. Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the †TRS 320 Christology department’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty 3 CR member’s particular interest, an experimental Examines the theological interpretation alternative to existing courses, etc. of Jesus as the Christ in the history of the Prerequisites established by the department Christian tradition. Prerequisite: TRS 101 as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student’s transcript. †TRS 321 The Church: Catholic Perspectives Consult the current course schedule for 3 CR available topics and prerequisites. An investigation of Catholic thinking and teaching about the nature of the Church. †TRS 301 Death and Resurrection of Jesus Prerequisite: TRS 101 3 CR Traces the development of the traditions of the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus as they are found in the gospels of Matthew,

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†TRS 322 The Christian Trinity appropriate for modern life. Prerequisite: 3 CR TRS 101 Examines the Christian theological conception of God as a trinity of persons. †TRS 327 Contemporary Roman Catholic How has this theological understanding Thought of God developed over time? How does 3 CR theology explain the Christian worship of one Various thinkers and movements that have God who is also three? Prerequisite: TRS 101 shaped contemporary Roman Catholic life and thought, including Karl Rahner, †TRS 323 Theology and the Human Person the Second Vatican Council and liberation 3 CR theology. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Investigates theological conception of the human person in light of Christian revelation, †TRS 328 Contemporary Protestant Thought and asks: In what way is a person like God 3 CR ? What do we mean by human nature, sin, Some of the most important Protestant grace, and free will? Can the traditional theologians of the 19th and 20th centuries, Christian and the modern scientific notions including Kierkegaard, Schleiermacher, Barth of humanity be reconciled? Prerequisite: TRS and Tillich. Prerequisite: TRS 101 101 †TRS 330 Mysticism †TRS 324 Death, the Future and Eternity 3 CR 3 CR This course introduces the student to Investigates the varied aspects of Christian the dimension of spirituality known as eschatology—that is, the unfolding of the mysticism, through readings in and critical future, in relation to the cosmos and to the analysis of mystical texts of the world’s individual. When, how, and why does the religions, including Tao te Ching, the Hindu world end and where does the individual Upanishads, Zohar and other Kabbalistic fit into all this? Topics covered include texts, the poets of Sufism, and Christian theological discussions of time, the future, mystics from the history of Christianity. the human soul, death, the intermediate Prerequisite: TRS 101 stage, and the journey of the Christian community and the human family into the †TRS 331 Monks, Hermits, and Warriors future. Prerequisite: TRS 101 3 CR †TRS 325 Faith and Science Introduces the dimension of Christian faith often termed “the religious life.” Studies the 3 CR historical development of monasticism in the Explores history and interaction between West and its various manifestations, from Catholic theology and science in the late antiquity to the modern era. medieval, modern, and contemporary era. The interaction is studied in the context †TRS 332 Medieval Theology of such topics as: cosmology, evolution, ecology, and technology. Prerequisite: TRS 3 CR 101 A critical examination of central doctrines of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam as they †TRS 326 Constructing the Concept of God developed during the Middle Ages. This course analyzes particular modalities of 3 CR theological expression such as mysticism, Imaginative construction of a concept of God sacred art/architecture, and women’s

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visionary writings. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 340 Bioethics: Religious Approaches 3 CR †TRS 333 Women in Celtic Christianity Using methods and principles of biomedical 3 CR ethics, explores several ethical issues in Examines the complex encounter between medical practice and health care policy. women and the diverse traditions of Frameworks employed include religious- Celtic spirituality. Historical scope of the ethical perspectives in Christianity and course runs form pre-Christian traditions some other religious traditions, as well as to contemporary times, with emphasis on philosophical and social theories. Topics primary texts. may include: euthanasia, reproductive technologies, confidentiality, human subjects, and allocation of health care resources. †TRS 334 Catherine and Teresa Prerequisite: TRS 101 3 CR Catherine of Siena (14th cen.) and Teresa of †TRS 341 Religion, War and Peace Avila (16th cen.) are esteemed for enriching 3 CR the life of the Catholic Church with their theological writings and their distinctive An examination of ethical attitudes toward spiritual gifts. Explores the significant war and peace embraced by Christianity, contributions of both women in the context Islam, and other religions. Just war theory of their respective historical and religious and pacifism are applied to contemporary milieus., as well as their Dominican and problems of violence. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Carmelite spiritualties. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 342 Human Rights †TRS 335 Spiritual Teachers and Thinkers 3 CR 3 CR Investigates philosophical and religious Explores the representative spiritual writings theories of human rights, the modern history of a specific religious teacher from the of rights, and ways to implement a human history of the world’s religions. Examples rights agenda. Prerequisite: TRS 101 of such spiritual teachers include Hildegard of Bingen, Meister Eckhart, George Fox, †TRS 343 Philanthropy as Moral Action Teresa of Avila, Ibn al’Arabi, and Martin 3 CR Buber. Consult instructor for relevant topic. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Presents the ethics, theology, and political philosophy undergirding philanthropy. Provides an opportunity to develop skills †TRS 336 Theology and Native Irish of social entrepreneurship by studying or Spirituality volunteering in local nonprofits. Prerequisite: 3 CR TRS 101 Celtic Christianity is a tradition rich in its own history and particularities within the broader †TRS 344 Virtue Ethics culture of the Western Church, and so it is 3 CR certainly worthy of a focused exploration. The course will include a study of the general The study of moral character. Course history and theological peculiarities of the investigates the philosophy and theology of Celtic Church within Celtic cultures and virtue throughout history; the value of the geographies, with a particular focus on Irish social and natural sciences for understanding spirituality and Irish Christianity. Prerequisite: virtue; and the social dimensions of virtue. TRS 101 Prerequisite: TRS 101

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†TRS 345 Religion and Environmental †TRS 363 Pilgrimage and Sacred Journeys Justice 3 CR 3 CR Introduces the religious ritual activity of Examines how religion has shaped pilgrimage, a spiritually inspired journey humanity’s relationship with nature, and in time and over space. The concept is explores various religious and ethical studied in several religions and from several responses to contemporary ecological methodological angles that occur in many problems. The course also attends to religious traditions. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Christianity, which is criticized by some environmentalists but has also given rise †TRS 364 Religion in Contemporary Ireland to its own environmentalist movement. 3 CR Prerequisite: TRS 101 Examines complex factors involved in shaping religion in contemporary Ireland. The †TRS 360 Women in World Religions changing face of Irish religious sensibility is 3 CR situated within such factors as: Irish history, An analysis of women’s role in Christianity, the major role of Catholicism in the culture, Judaism, Hinduism, and Islam—both and the multicultural dimensions of 21st historical and contemporary—using theories century Ireland. and methods of gender study. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 371 Christian-Jewish Relations 3 CR †TRS 361 Women in Islam Examines the historical and theological 3 CR relationship between Judaism and This course examines the theological, Christianity over the centuries. Attention anthropological and cultural encounter is paid to the recent positive strides in between women and Islam from an historical interreligious understanding since Second as well as contemporary perspective. Vatican Council. Prerequisite: TRS 101 Dismissing polemics, and grounding study on writings by and about Muslim women across †TRS 372 Contemporary Religious Thinkers the full scope of the Islamic world, the course 3 CR will explore particularly how Muslim women have realized and their faith and engaged in Representative writings of a specific religious patterns of religious practice. Prerequisite: thinker. Focus is on the work of either an TRS 101 important theologian or a contemporary scholar of religion. Consult the course instructor for the topic. Prerequisite: TRS 101 †TRS 362 Women in American Religion 3 CR †TRS 381 American Evangelicalism A critical analysis of women and religion 3 CR within the context of American history and culture. This course examines religious History and character of evangelicalism, a writings/narratives by Native American distinctive variety of Protestant Christianity women, and American women in Christianity, that has had a major influence on the U.S. Judaism, and Islam. The impact of race, Topics include fundamentalism, impact on class, history, and/or ethnicity upon religious major social movements, and the political experience is also explored in the writings of influence of evangelicals today. feminist, Womanist (African-American) and Mujerista (Latina) theologians. Prerequisite: TRS 101

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†TRS 382 North American Christianities 3 CR Examines several American Protestant Christian movements that proposed new scriptures and new understandings of Christianity, for instance, the Shakers, Mormons, and Spiritualists. Asks how Christianity has adapted to cultural changes in areas such as work, education, family life, and health care. Prerequisite: TRS 101

†TRS 383 Holocaust: Genocide and Religion 3 CR Analysis of the Holocaust and other 20th century genocides (Rwanda, Bosnia) with a focus on religion as a dimension of the causes of genocide. Assesses degrees of accountability for genocide among religious populations, both lay and clerical. Prerequisite: TRS 101

†TRS 384-385 Elementary Ecclesiastical Latin I and II 3 CR Provides foundation in the vocabulary, morphology, and grammar of Latin as used in Catholic Church documents and liturgies.

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Horizons at SHU is located within the Isabelle Isabelle Farrington Farrington College of Education. College of Education

JAMES “JIM” C. CARL, PH.D. Mission Dean Guided by the University and Farrington The Isabelle Farrington College of Education College of Education mission statements, seeks to foster the development of women the faculty of the Farrington College and men who demonstrate intellectual engage in “preparing men and women to and professional integrity, who value live in and make their contributions to the compassionate service to others and human community.” Our primary purpose who take leading roles in communities is to develop the capacities, talents and governed by spiritual and moral values. abilities of our teacher candidates through As a professional college within a Catholic an integration of theory and practice in a university rooted in the liberal arts tradition, performance-based program. Our teacher the Farrington College of Education is candidates possess the knowledge, skills and committed to providing an education built dispositions to facilitate the learning of all upon deep respect for the dignity of the students. human person and a recognition of the responsibility of each individual to contribute to the building of a more just society. Conceptual Framework Specifically, the college strives to teach According to the Council for the the skills necessary for developing ethical Accreditation of Educator Preparation, “the responses to new and ever changing conceptual framework establishes the shared circumstances of a future filled with vision for . . . preparing educators to work discoveries, technological advancements in P–12 schools.” The Farrington College and social change. The college provides of Education actively uses its conceptual opportunities for students to gain framework to develop, implement, monitor knowledge, experience, skills and values and assess its programs and to articulate and necessary to begin a first career; to advance evaluate candidates’ competencies in content in an existing career; and to prepare for mastery, skill development, the integration new career challenges in response to the of technology and appreciation of diversity; changing needs of society. The College is and the development of dispositions in committed to professional and academic which the intellect and heart are focused excellence, and measures this by the quality on a greater good in teaching, leadership of its faculty, programs, resources and and serving others. The overarching theme student achievements. of our conceptual framework is “Promoting a Culture of Excellence in a Changing The college’s cooperation with professional World” and it is based on our belief that partners in the community ensures that a culture of excellence is promoted when students benefit from an integration of four underlying principles are met: the academic, internship and clinical experiences. educational practitioner possesses a This collaboration also enriches the comprehensive, integrated and context- education endeavors of the community dependent professional knowledge base; and instills an ethic of community service the educational practitioner effectively among students. A key partner is Horizons utilizes natural and acquired personal at SHU. Horizons is a summer and weekend and professional skills; the educational program that provides academic and cultural practitioner cultivates and consistently support to children in the Bridgeport schools. demonstrates professional dispositions

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and commitments; the educational Five-Year Program practitioner is responsive to cultural and Sacred Heart undergraduates apply for technological influences that affect change admission to the education program in in the educational environment. We further spring of freshman year or fall of sophomore contend that to be an educator committed year, complete seven education courses prior to promoting a culture of excellence, the to satisfying the BA/BS requirements, and candidate must demonstrate proficiency complete the initial certification requirements in each of the five domains of professional in the fifth year. In addition, candidates may excellence—context, content, learner, complete the requirements for the Master pedagogy and educator—identified by our of Arts in Teaching degree. During the fifth college. Our system of assessing the learning year, candidates also serve as interns in outcomes of our candidates is based on public schools for 180 days. This internship these five domains. includes a benefit equal to the tuition cost of 33 graduate credits. The clinical requirement of student teaching is accomplished during Teacher Preparation and 50 of those internship days. For students in Initial Certification the five-year program only, the 400-level methods or curriculum courses are also The Teacher Education program offers a applied to the requirements of the MAT professional curriculum approved by the degree. Including the seven undergraduate state of Connecticut for certification as education courses, candidates in the elementary and secondary school teachers. program complete total of 60 credits of Prospective teachers must major in an professional education. academic discipline in addition to completing the teaching certification sequence. Thus, the teacher-graduate not only enters the job market with more than one skill but also Post-Baccalaureate Program possesses a solid academic background and Candidates seeking teacher certification a high level of professional competence. may elect to participate in the planned program leading to recommendation for Teacher Education programs focus on initial certification after they have completed the personal growth of the teacher, the the bachelor’s degree. Sacred Heart enhancement of a positive self-image and undergraduates choosing this route apply for the social and emotional qualities conducive admission to the graduate school during fall to teacher effectiveness. The components of of their senior year and can begin education the program, such as coursework, fieldwork, coursework in the late spring semester candidate teaching and supervision, are following undergraduate commencement. designed to assist candidates in broadening Candidates also may elect to work on their knowledge of theory, pedagogy, requirements for the Master of Arts in various instructional approaches and the teaching degree. Internship opportunities ability to engage in active inquiry. Fieldwork are available for the full program. Teacher and candidate teaching are specially certification requires 36 credits. The MAT designed to help candidates experience the degree requires an additional 12 credits interrelationship between theory and practice. of graduate work that can by typically completed within two years. Specific details There are two routes by which a candidate of the Post-Baccalaureate program are can achieve recommendation for initial provided in the Graduate school catalog. teacher certification through planned programs at Sacred Heart University: the Five-year program and the Post- Baccalaureate program.

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Horizons at SHU KARL M. LORENZ, ED.D. Associate Professor, Director of Teacher Certification Programs JEFFREY RUMPF, M.S. Director EDWARD W. MALIN, PH.D. Horizons at Sacred Heart University is an Associate Dean and Professor, Interim affiliate of Horizons National, an organization Department Chair that provides academic and cultural support to underserved children in urban areas. PAUL MASSEY, M.A., C.A.S. Horizons at SHU serves children and youth Assistant Professor from the City of Bridgeport with the purpose of narrowing the academic achievement gap SONDRA MELZER, PH.D. between city and suburban students. The Assistant Professor program’s mission is to create a dynamic learning environment during the summer EDWARD T. MURRAY, PH.D. and on Saturdays during the school year. Associate Professor, Director of Masters The children spend their time honing their Programs literacy and math skills as well as enjoying cultural activities such as swimming, violin GERALD NEIPP, ED.D. and guitar instruction, dance and gymnastics, Assistant Professor gardening, science experimentation, martial arts and more. TERRY NEU, PH.D. Assistant Professor

Faculty GAIL NORDMOE, ED.D. Assistant Professor Department of Teacher Education CIMA SEDIGH, ED.D. ANTOINETTE BRUCIATI PH.D. Associate Professor Associate Professor, Coordinator of Ed Tech

KAREN CHRISTENSEN, PH.D. Associate Professor, Director of Griswold Department of Leadership and Literacy Campus MICHAEL BARBOUR, PH.D. Assistant Professor MIKE GIARRATANO, A.B.D Clinical Assistant Professor ANN CLARK, PH.D. Clinical Associate Professor and Department VELMA HELLER, ED.D. Chair Assistant Professor PATRICIA DASILVA, PH.D. JACQUELINE KELLEHER, PH.D. Clinical Assistant Professor Assistant Professor MAUREEN FITZPATRICK PH.D. LOIS A. LIBBY, PH.D. Clinical Assistant Professor Associate Professor THOMAS FORGET, PH.D. Associate Professor MARIA LIZANO-DIMARE ED.D. Associate Professor

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RANDALL GLADING, PH.D. • Provide evidence of having submitted Assistant Professor a state and national criminal history background check. KAREN WATERS, ED.D. Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of • Present an essay demonstrating a Literacy Programs command of the English language, explaining reasons for wanting to enroll in MARY YAKIMOWSKI, PH.D. the program and emphasizing experience Assistant Professor relevant to teaching. • Present at least two letters of recommendation from people able to Application Process testify to the candidate’s suitability as a prospective teacher. Undergraduate candidates should apply for admission to the five-year program in • Attend an interview by members of the spring of their freshman year or early in the faculty of the School of Education. fall of their sophomore year and anticipate • Maintain a GPA of at least 2.75. beginning professional education course work in their sophomore or junior years. Applicants who are more advanced in their studies may be recommended to apply directly to the Scholarships graduate school. All applications are managed through the Graduate Admissions office. The Farrington College of Education awards three endowed scholarships. For further The Education Department offers two teacher information contact the Dean’s Office at certification programs: the Elementary School 203-365-4791. program prepares teachers of children in first grade to grade six of an elementary school; Isabelle T. Farrington Award—Available and the Secondary School (grades 7–12) to a student in the junior or senior class program prepares teachers of an academic who demonstrates superior academic subject in a secondary school setting. The performance and potential and has a sincere elementary and secondary school certification interest in and practice of the principles of programs require the completion of 36 credits citizenship and religion for which Sacred in the professional education sequence. Heart University has been established. Additional University-approved credits are also required in each of the programs. Sandra Lynn Nobili Award—Given to a Sacred Heart University adheres to all state Catholic student entering senior year and regulations regarding teacher preparation planning a career in elementary education. programs. Therefore, the candidate must meet The recipient must have a cumulative the following entrance requirements: average of 3.0 or better. • Pass the Praxis I Exam or qualify for Robert M. Paul Award—Available to full-time waiver by meeting the following undergraduate students. Preference given alternative testing requirement: A waiver to Bridgeport Catholic high school graduate may be granted to candidates furnishing who has demonstrated financial need. official proof of achieving high scores on the SAT, ACT or PAA tests. Complete information and test registration materials may be obtained from the School of Education.

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Certification Requirements Spring Senior Year Candidates admitted to the elementary or ED 271 Educational Technology secondary school certification program must complete the courses listed below. Each Summer 1 fifth year course in the program is identified by its ED 413 Elementary Curriculum and undergraduate course number (UG No.) and Methods: Reading, Writing its graduate course number (GR No.). The and Language Arts* courses are grouped in sequentially ordered blocks. It is recommended that candidates Summer 2 Fifth Year progress sequentially through the program, ED 430 Elementary Curriculum and completing the courses and field experiences Methods: Social Studies and in a block before enrolling in courses Health* scheduled in the next block. Candidates must complete all 10 prerequisite courses before Fall Fifth Year entering student teaching. Candidates must ED 459 Elementary Curriculum and complete the courses with an average grade Methods: Mathematics and of “B” or better. Science*

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Spring Fifth Year ED 491 Student Teaching Five-Year candidates admitted to the Seminar: Elementary School** elementary or secondary school certification program must complete ten courses plus During the fifth year, candidates are student teaching. Candidates must complete expected to complete 24 additional credits all 10 prerequisite courses before entering of graduate education courses in order to student teaching and maintain a “B” average achieve the MAT degree. or better. The course sequence for students accepted to the Five-Year program is listed *Credits applicable to MAT degree for Five- below. year program candidates only.

Spring Sophomore Year **Credits not applicable to MAT degree. ED 152 Education in the United States (for freshman admits) SECONDARY CERTIFICATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS Fall Junior Year ED 101 Educational Psychology Spring Sophomore Year ED 205 Education of Special Needs ED 152 Education in the United States Students (for freshman admits )

Spring Junior Year Fall Junior Year ED 152 Education in the United States ED 101 Educational Psychology (for sophomore admits ) ED 205 Education of Special Needs ED 229 Multicultural Education Students

Fall Senior Year Spring Junior Year ED 387 Children’s Literature ED 152 Education in the United States ED 207 Classroom Management (for sophomore admits ) ED 229 Multicultural Education

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Fall Senior Year Undergraduate Course ED 207 Classroom Management Descriptions

Spring Senior Year ED 101 Educational Psychology ED 271 introduction to Computers in 3 CR Education Course considers the application of ED 272 Societal Issues in Adolescence psychological principles to educational theory and practice. Candidates explore the many Summer 1 Fifth Year ways of thinking about knowledge, teaching ED 428 Secondary Curriculum * and learning. Major theories of learning and development are introduced and consistent Summer 2 Fifth Year themes and concepts identified. ED 429 Secondary Methods * ED 152 Education in the United States Fall Fifth Year 3 CR EDR 510 Content Area Reading Discusses current issues in education, Instruction explores their historical and philosophical Spring Fifth Year roots and critically examines possibilities for the future of education. ED 495 Student Teaching Seminar: Secondary School** ED 205 Education of Special-Needs During the fifth year, candidates are Students expected to complete 24 additional credits 3 CR of graduate education courses in order to Focuses on identification of exceptional achieve the MAT degree students as well as methods of meeting their educational needs in regular and special *Credits applicable to MAT degree for Five- classroom settings. Exceptionalities studied year program candidates only. include all areas identified by national and state mandates. **Credits not applicable to MAT degree.

For further specifics about the Teacher ED 207 Classroom Management Education program or about advanced 3 CR teaching degrees and certification programs Presents teaching strategies for discipline for those who have already earned a and management in the classroom. bachelor’s degree, contact the faculty of the Candidates learn practical approaches for School of Education at 203-371-7800. the establishment of routines and codes of conduct. Group dynamics; assertive discipline; conflict resolution; and the legal rights of teachers, parents and students in Connecticut are examined.

ED 229 Multicultural Education 3 CR This course is designed to foster understanding of ethnicities through literature and storytelling. Candidates attain problem-solving and listening skills

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necessary for attitudinal changes for of print, and phonics as predictors of general appreciation of diversity. Group process reading ability are explored. activities are presented to help candidates understand biases and stereotypical ED 387 Children’s Literature assumptions, and how these affect decisions 3 CR in the classroom. Portions of this course are experiential. There is a 10-hour service- Examines a variety of genres of children’s learning requirement. literature to cultivate student interest in books and to develop methods for incorporating literature into classroom ED 271 Educational Technology experiences. Criteria for selecting children’s 3 CR books are included. Multicultural literature This undergraduate course familiarizes and the dramatic arts are emphasized. participants with methods of integrating technology for teaching and learning in the classroom. Participants use a variety of technology tools to create instructional materials and enhance professional productivity. A 3 hour field experience in a diverse P-12 educational setting is required. (Blended Learning)

ED 272 Societal Issues in Adolescence 3 CR Focuses on the current school and community responses to problems such as substance abuse, AIDS, gender issues, etc. Through classroom presentations, speakers and audiovisual materials, students gain practical insight and understanding of contemporary issues in adolescent life.

ED 343 “Introduction to Language and Literacy” 3 CR This course focuses on the role of oral language acquisition and language development in children from pre- kindergarten to grade 3 as necessary for building foundational skills in literacy. Participants examine early reading and writing instruction from historical, theoretical, critical, and pedagogical perspectives that consider the research that has shaped literacy instruction during the past century. The effects of environmental and home influences on children’s cognitive development, and its impact on phonological awareness, the alphabetic principle, concepts

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Two fundamental questions Thediscoveries,religion, college technology, technologicalprovides andopportunities theadvancements nature for and JODYareMICHAEL addressed. BORTONE, J. EMERY, The ED.D., extent ED.D. of technology’s studentsofsocial the change.mind. to gain Prerequisite: knowledge, PH experience,101 Associateimpact on Deansocial and institutions ClinicalProfessor Associateand of individualPhysical skills and values necessary to begin a first lives.ProfessorTherapy And, of to Occupational what degree Therapyis this impact PHcareer;The 285 college to- Philosophy advance provides in opportunitiesofan existing career; for beneficial or harmful? 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ATHLETIC TRAINING • Complete the required First year prerequisites and meet or exceed a The Athletic Training major is designed minimum GPA of 2.5, with no grade lower for those students interested in pursuing than a C in the two science courses with a career in athletic training. Students who labs (minimum) and AT 100. complete the Athletic Training major will be eligible to sit for the Board of Certification • Attend athletic training orientation and (BOC) examination. Furthermore, students training events. are prepared to pursue post-professional • Attend one information/advising session education in athletic training or other areas held once each semester. of allied health (additional coursework may be necessary). Students interested • Complete health verification, in pursuing an undergraduate degree in immunizations and personal information Athletic Training and a professional graduate (available via the program’s website) degree in Physical Therapy should contact the Department of Physical Therapy and • Complete the Athletic Training Program Human Movement Science for additional Application Packet (available via the information. program’s website)

The Athletic Training education program Students who do not meet the admission has a competitive admissions process. The criteria, or who decide to apply during their Athletic Training major enrollment is limited first year or who are transfer students should to 30 students per class. Students interested apply for available seats by completing in pursuing Athletic Training at Sacred Heart the formal application for admission to University should consult with the Office the Athletic Training education program, of Admissions and the Athletic Training available on the programs website. The Education program for current admission application packet can be found on the criteria. Two routes of Athletic Training program’s website. Transfer students should Education program admission are available, inquire with the Athletic Training Education direct acceptance upon admission as a high Program Director regarding their potential school senior to Sacred Heart University admission status before applying. or as a first-year Sacred Heart University student. Acceptance into the Athletic Training education program for students who Admission into the athletic training program have not been granted acceptance is is based on several factors including: based on university or college scholarly high school academic performance (3.0 achievement, overall GPA, science GPA, cumulative GPA), completion of three to letters of recommendation, and a personal four years of science during high school, statement. Athletic Training education SAT (1050) or equivalent ACT scores, and program acceptance is also conditional an expressed interest in the Athletic Training upon meeting the program’s technical Education program. For students who and medical standards, which are located qualify, a seat will be reserved in the program on the programs website. The program and they will be designated as an Athletic requires the completion of a certificate of Training major upon entry to the University. health following a physical examination by Additionally, to retain acceptance status a physician. All students must show proof in the program, students must meet and of vaccination, immunization and hepatitis maintain the following criteria as they move B vaccine series or signed waiver, prior to through their first year of study at Sacred beginning the program. In addition, athletic Heart University: training students are required to complete a criminal background check and meet physical and behavioral technical standards

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to successfully complete all program required to maintain current CPR for the requirements. Complete written information Professional Rescuer certification, annual on required technical standards can be PPD verification and blood-borne pathogen obtained from the Athletic Training Program training (or its equivalent) throughout the Director, the Athletic Training Policy and clinical experience. Students will not be Procedure Manual, and the program website. able to participate in the clinical experience without current certification. Students are To receive a B.S. degree in Athletic Training, responsible for providing transportation to students must complete 130 credit hours of off-campus sites. study. Beginning first semester of the Sophomore The opportunity to participate in year, students enroll in six sequential graded intercollegiate athletics while pursuing practicums for which they receive credit. a career of study in athletic training is These six practicum courses are didactic available. However, it is the responsibility of and clinical in nature and utilize an informal the student to manage the time commitment problem-based approach. Each practicum of both endeavors. Students should discuss is designed to foster critical thinking the time commitments for participation in and allows an opportunity for students this major and their specific sport with their to practice clinical skills they have been major advisor and coach. taught previously in the classroom. Small self-directed student groups are posed problem-based situations or cases requiring Program Accreditation identification of pertinent strategies and clinical decisions to address the problem Sacred Heart University’s Athletic Training or case. The learning goals and new Education program is accredited by the information discovered by the group during Commission on Accreditation of Athletic directed investigation of the problem, is Training Education (CAATE). Accreditation researched by individuals of the group and status was granted in October 2001. The then examined and processed by the entire SHU Athletic Training program’s Board group before presentation, discussion and of Certification Examination Pass Rate is evaluation. Facilitators (tutors) provide available on the program’s website. feedback to students regarding their decisions and guide students toward understanding the interconnections between Clinical Education their actions and the implications of their actions in the clinical environment. Clinical education provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge with clinical experience. All clinical experiences, traditional and non-traditional, Differential Tuition are under the direct supervision of certified Sacred Heart University has implemented a athletic trainers. Students are exposed to a differential tuition for the Athletic Training variety of settings including public, private program. The cost of athletic training and preparatory high schools, a variety of education is increased relative to other colleges and clinical rotations including majors due to intensive clinical laboratory physicians’ offices and rehabilitation courses and clinical supervision required facilities. In addition, the clinical education to maintain the professional standards of program requires students to amass a athletic training education in addition to the minimum number of clinical hours per associated expenses of clinical education. semester, as outlined in the syllabi of This charge will be reflected as a program fee each practicum course. All students are each semester in addition to undergraduate

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tuition and fees. The fee will be initiated Athletic Training for Athletic Training students starting their Professional Courses Sophomore year. AT 100 Principles of Athletic Training All Athletic Training students must maintain AT 125 Athletic Training Basic Skills a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 AT 129 Athletic Training Clinical and receive a C or better in all prerequisite Practicum I and required courses. This undergraduate program leads to a Bachelor of Science (BS) AT 130 Athletic Training Clinical degree in Athletic Training. Practicum II AT 221 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum III Additional Requirements AT 222 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum IV All students are required to maintain current CPR for the Professional rescuer certification, AT 239 Orthopedic Evaluation I, with AED (or its equivalent), Supplemental with lab Oxygen certification, annual PPD verification, AT 240 Orthopedic Evaluation II, Criminal Background Check, sexual with lab harassment training, and Protecting God’s AT 241 Therapeutic Modalities, Children training. The AT program offers both with lab CPR/AED certification and sexual harassment AT 242 Therapeutic Rehabilitation, training annually and PPD testing can be with lab obtained from University Health services. Students will not be permitted to participate AT 275 Organization and in the clinical experience (beginning with AT Administration in Athletic 129) without completing the above criteria. Training Students are responsible for providing AT 310 Aspects of Clinical Medicine, transportation to off-campus sites. with discussion AT 322 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum V Faculty AT 323 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum VI THERESA MIYASHITA, PH.D, ATC, PES, CES AT 324 Strength and Conditioning for Director Rehabilitation Professionals Assistant Professor

GAIL SAMDPERIL. ED.D, ATC Clinical Associate Professor Athletic Training Required Supporting Courses ELENI DIAKOGEORGIOU, MBA, ATC EX 250 Exercise Physiology Clinical Coordinator EX 253 Pathophysiology & Clinical Assistant Professor Pharmacology EX 255 Nutritional Aspects of Health & Performance EX 260 Kinesiology CH 117 Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry

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CH 119 Organic Chemistry & AT 125 Athletic Training Basic Skills Biochemistry Lab 1 CR BI 111 Concepts of Biology I Course content includes skill development in BI 113 Concepts of Biology I Lab taping, wrapping and splinting techniques, BI 112 Concepts of Biology II ambulatory aides, cryo- and thermal modalities, basic evaluation techniques, and BI 114 Concepts of Biology II Lab topical anatomy. In addition, students gain a BI 206/208 Anatomy & Physiology I basic understanding of the healing process with Lab and the influence of supportive devices on BI 207/209 Anatomy & Physiology II injuries. with Lab Prerequisite: AT 100, Co-requisite: BI PS 110 General Psychology 206/208, AT majors only PS 295 Health Psychology AT 129 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum I MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making or 1 CR EX 230 Research and Evaluation Specific content includes emergency for Health Professionals procedures, heat and cold illnesses, MA 140 Precalculus environmental issues, and basic assessment and evaluation. Students also obtain clinical PY 100 Physics athletic training experience under the supervision and guidance of an approved preceptor. Students will gain a minimum of Athletic Training Course 98 clinical hours Only those clinical hours Descriptions performed under a certified athletic trainer will be used toward meeting the course requirement. The nature of the didactic AT 100 Principles of Athletic Training portion of this course is problem based. 3 CR Prerequisites: AT 100, CPR/AED for the This course is an introduction to basic Healthcare Provider or its equivalent, and principles of the athletic training profession. Supplemental Oxygen Certification; Co- Content includes history of the athletic Requisites: AT 239, AT 239L training profession, sports medicine team concepts and applications, environmental AT 130 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum II influences, health assessment screenings, basic injury and illness assessment, 1 CR management and treatment, protective The nature of the didactic portion of this equipment, strength and conditioning course is problem based. Specific content concepts, and health risks related to the includes case-based scenarios focusing on physically active. An overview of athletic lower extremity orthopedic assessment training professional organizations and the and treatment, taping and bracing, role the athletic trainer plays in the health biomechanical assessment and orthopedic care system is introduced. Risk factors fabrication, assessment of pre- participation associated with blood-borne pathogens examinations. Students also obtain clinical (BBP) and common diseases that affect the athletic training experience under the active population. Concepts of universal supervision and guidance of an approved precautions and BBP training will also be clinical instructor. Students will gain a provided. minimum of 98 clinical hours. Prerequisites: AT 125, AT 129, AT 239, AT 239L, BI 206/208, and CPR/AED for the

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Healthcare Provider or its equivalent, and AT 239 Orthopedic Evaluation I, with Lab Supplemental Oxygen Certification; Co- 4 CR Requisites: AT 240, AT 240L Focuses on the evaluation process, management, and treatment of orthopedic AT 221 Athletic Training Clinical and neuromuscular injuries of the lower Practicum III extremity. Course content includes the 2 CR evaluation process of injuries across The nature of the didactic portion of this the lifespan, medical terminology and course is problem based. Specific content nomenclature, basic principles of goniometry includes case-based scenarios focusing on and manual muscle testing. Lab portion of the upper extremity orthopedic assessment class focuses on the skills needed to perform and treatment, taping and bracing, and a comprehensive orthopedic evaluation. biomechanical assessment. Students also Prerequisites: BI 111/113, BI 112/114, AT 100; obtain clinical athletic training experience Co-Requisites: AT 129, BI 206/208 under the supervision and guidance of an approved preceptor. Students will gain a AT 240 Orthopedic Evaluation II (3 credits), minimum of 168 clinical hours. with Lab (1 credit)* Prerequisites: AT 130, AT 240, AT 240L and 4 CR CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider or its equivalent, and Supplemental Oxygen Focuses on the continued development of Certification; Co-Requisites: AT 241, AT 241L skills and knowledge needed for conducting comprehensive orthopedic evaluations. Course content includes the evaluation, AT 222 Athletic Training Clinical management, and treatment of orthopedic Practicum IV and neuromuscular injuries to the upper 2 CR extremity, head, and spine. Lab portion of This class provides classroom and clinical the class focuses on the clinical skills needed athletic training experience under the to perform a comprehensive orthopedic supervision and guidance of an approved evaluation of the upper extremity, head, and clinical instructor. Specific content includes spine. case-based scenarios focusing on spine and Prerequisites: AT 129, AT 239, AT 239L, BI head evaluation, assessment and treatment. 206/208; Co-Requisites: AT 130, BI 207/208 In addition, neurological assessment, postural assessment and advanced emergency AT 241 Therapeutic Modalities (3 credits), procedures for the spine are examined. with Lab (1 credit)* Students will explore outcome measures to guide clinical decision making based 4 CR on principles of evidence based practice, Utilizing the injury-response cycle as a research skills and scientific writing. Students foundation for clinical decision making will begin a two semester capstone research and a problem-solving approach to project focused on the development of a treatment planning, this course prepares case study. Students will gain a minimum of students to investigate and analyze 168 hours of clinical experience. indications, contraindications, and set- up Prerequisites: AT 221, AT 241, AT 241L, and procedures for therapeutic agents, including CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider or pharmacological influences that aid the its equivalent, and Supplemental Oxygen healing of injury, reduction of pain, and Certification; Co-Requisites: AT 242, AT 242L assistance in the rehabilitation process among the active population. Prerequisites: AT 130, AT 240, AT 240L, and PY 100; Co-Requisite: AT 221

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AT 242 Therapeutic Rehabilitation (3 AT 322 Athletic Training Clinical credits), with Lab (1 credit)* Practicum V 4 CR 3 CR Explores foundational theories and The nature of the didactic portion of this techniques of various therapeutic course is problem based. Specific content approaches to rehabilitation through includes case-based scenarios focusing discussion, laboratory and lecture. Common on advanced orthopedic assessment surgical techniques and their implications on & treatment, nutrition, organization the rehabilitation process are examined. and administration and professional Prerequisites: AT 221, AT 241, AT 241L, EX development. The capstone project will 260; Co-Requisites: AT 222 continue culminating in presentation. Students also obtain clinical athletic training experience under the supervision and AT 275 Organization and Administration in guidance of an approved clinical instructor. Athletic Training Students will gain a minimum of 238 clinical 3 CR hours for the semester. This course presents an overview of Prerequisites: AT 222, AT 242, AT 242L, administrative concepts and organization CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider or of an athletic training education program its equivalent, and Supplemental Oxygen and facility in a variety of settings, including Certification; Co-Requisites: AT 310, AT 310L, university, secondary school, and private EX 255 clinic. Prerequisites: AT 241, AT 241L and AT 221 AT 323 Athletic Training Clinical Practicum VI AT 310 Aspects of Clinical Medicine (3 3 CR credits), with Lab (1 credit)* The nature of the didactic portion of this 4 CR course is problem based. Specific content This course introduces athletic training includes case-based scenarios focusing students to the etiology of normal and on general medicine, psychosocial issues, abnormal responses to injuries/illnesses and professional development, nutrition and diseases and presents an opportunity for strength and conditioning. Students also students to acquire the necessary evaluation obtain clinical athletic training experience skills needed to provide immediate treatment under the supervision and guidance of or referral. Discussions center on general an approved clinical instructor. Weekly medicine topics: etiology, pathology, maximum of 18 hours of practical experience clinical evaluation, medical management, required. and prognosis of common types of Prerequisites: AT 310, AT 310L, AT 322, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular, AT 324, AT 324L, and CPR/AED for the visceral and neurological injury and disease. Healthcare Provider or its equivalent, and Students will also participate in a general Supplemental Oxygen Certification medicine clinical rotation. This course also utilizes allied health practitioners to deliver AT 324 Strength and Conditioning for specific course content pertinent to their Rehabilitation Professionals (3 credits) with professional field. lab (1 credit)* Prerequisites: AT 222, AT 242, AT 242L, EX 4 CR 253, CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider or its equivalent, and Supplemental Oxygen This course prepares the athletic training Certification; Co-Requisites: AT 322, EX 253 student to apply a scientific basis and functional approach to the development

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of strength and conditioning programs for patients and clients. Students have opportunity to enhance their research and writing skills through a research assignment. Prerequisite: AT 242, AT 242L and EX 250

All required Athletic Training Education courses must be passed with a “C” or higher in order to matriculate in the Athletic Training Education Program.

Students are allowed only 1 attempt to re- take an Athletic Training course to earn the “C” minimum grade and matriculate.

*Both the lecture (3 credits) and lab (1 credit) must be passed with a “C” or higher in order to matriculate in the Athletic Training Education Program.

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EXERCISE SCIENCE Differential Tuition The exercise science (EX) major is designed Sacred Heart University has implemented a for those students who are seeking a broad differential tuition for the EX program. The background in exercise and fitness. It can cost of EX education is increased relative also serve as a foundation for graduate to other majors due to intensive clinical study in athletic training, physical therapy, laboratory courses and clinical supervision exercise physiology, biomechanics,cardiac required to maintain the professional rehabilitation, wellness, strength & standards of exercise science education conditioning and nutrition. The didactic in addition to the associated expenses and clinical components allow students of clinical education. This charge will be the opportunity to explore related areas of reflected as a program fee each semester study, including exercise physiology, strength in addition to undergraduate tuition and & conditioning , exercise prescription and fees. The fee will be initiated for EX upon fitness assessment. Graduates from the admission to the major. EX major are prepared to pursue either employment opportunities in health and All EX students must maintain a minimum fitness settings, or graduate school in grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 and receive those health professions noted above. Two a C or better in all prerequisite and required accelerated pathways culminating in either courses. This undergraduate program leads a graduate professional degree in Physical to a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in EX. Therapy or in Exercise Science and Nutrition are available as an EX major. Students interested in pursuing either accelerated Additional Requirements program should contact the EX program for additional information. All students are required to maintain current CPR for the Professional rescuer certification The EX program has a competitive (or its equivalent), annual PPD verification, admissions process. Interested students Criminal Background Check, sexual should complete a Declaration of Major form harassment training. The EX program offers and submit to the EX program. Students will both CPR certification and sexual harassment be admitted to the EX program following training annually and PPD testing can be completion of their second semester if they obtained from University Health services. meet the following requirements: Students will not be permitted to participate in any clinical experience (EX 366, EX 367) • Complete the required first year without completing the above criteria. prerequisites and meet or exceed a Students are responsible for providing minimum GPA of 2.5, with no grade transportation to off-campus sites. lower than a C in all science course prerequisites and EX 100 (Introduction to Exercise Science). Faculty Transfer students should inquire with the EX Program Director regarding their potential WENDY BJERKE, PH.D. admission status before applying. Clinical Associate Professor

Majors are required to take all EX required BEAU GREER, PH.D., C.S.C.S. courses as well as five EX elective courses. Graduate Program Director Associate Professor

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MATTHEW MORAN, PH.D. EX 320 Pediatric Exercise Science Undergraduate Program Director EX 358 Exercise and Aging Assistant Professor EX 361 Functional Gait Analysis ANNA PRICE, PH.D., C.H.E.S., H.F.S. EX 365 Clinical Exercise Science Assistant Professor EX 367 internships in Exercise Science EX 390 Planning & Evaluation for PETER RONAI, M.S., R.C.E.P., C.S.C.S.-D, Physical Activity and Nutrition F.A.C.S.M. Programs Clinical Associate Professor EX 398 independent Research in Exercise Science ERIC SCIBEK, M.S., A.T.C., C.S.C.S. Clinical Assistant Professor

VALERIE WHERLEY, PH.D. Required supporting courses Clinical Assistant Professor BI 111/113 Concepts of Biology I, with Lab BI 112/114 Concepts of Biology II, Exercise Science Required Courses with Lab EX 100 introduction to Exercise BI 206/208 Human Anatomy and Science Physiology I, with Lab EX 230 Research and Evaluation for BI 207/209 Human Anatomy and Health Professionals Physiology II, with Lab EX 250 Exercise Physiology, with Lab CH 117/119 General Organic Biochemistry, EX 260 Kinesiology, with Lab an Overview, with Lab or EX 362 Exercise Testing and CH 151/153 General Chemistry I, with Lab Prescription, with Lab MA 140 Precalculus EX 363 Developing Strength and Conditioning Programs, PS 110 introduction to Psychology with Lab PS 295 Health Psychology EX 366 Clinical Rotation PY 100 Elements of Physics EX 399 Seminars in Exercise Science or PY 111/113 General Physics I, with Lab

Exercise Science Electives Exercise Science Course EX 253 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology Descriptions EX 255 Nutritional Aspects of Human EX 100 Introduction to Exercise Science Health and Performance 3 CR EX 270 Neural Control of Human Movement Aspects of a healthy lifestyle including epidemiology, basic cardiovascular and EX 290 Behavioral Aspects of Exercise musculoskeletal fitness principles, energy Science systems, and an introduction to exercise EX 299 Special Topics in Exercise prescription are presented in addition to Science strategies to promote wellness. This course

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is intended for students pursuing a degree in of disease symptoms, management, and exercise science. pharmacological agents on physical activity. Prerequisites: BI 207/209 and EX 230 (Pre- EX 101 Health, Fitness and Recreation or Corequisite) 1 CR This course includes baseline and subsequent EX 255 Nutritional Aspects of Human Health individualized physical fitness assessments, and Performance exercise programming, and recreational 3 CR activities at the William H. Pitt Center, Human Provides an examination of the six classes of Performance laboratory, and within Fairfield nutrients with strong emphasis on chronic County. Be prepared to exercise on campus disease prevention and improving athletic and participate in optional hiking, cycling, performance. issues concerning dietary and other recreational sports and activities in supplements, functional foods, and the ethics the area. All fitness levels welcome to enroll. of food choices are also explored. Prerequisites: BI 207/209 and EX 230 EX 230 Research and Evaluation for Health Professional EX 260 Kinesiology with Lab 3 CR 4 CR An introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods relevant Investigates basic mechanical and to exercise science. Topics will include: kinesiological principles and their functions, conducting literature searches, scientific interrelationships, and involvement with the writing style, proper citation, study design, mechanics of human motion. levels of measurement, parametric and Prerequisites: EX 230 (Pre- or Corequisite); non-parametric biostatistics, qualitative PY 100, BI 206/208 data analysis, and ethical considerations in exercise science research. EX 270 Neural Control of Human Movement Prerequisites: EX 100 3 CR This course reviews the neural structure and EX 250 Exercise Physiology with Lab function of human movement. Anatomical, 4 CR developmental, and physiological Presents a workable knowledge of the foundations are covered during the first body’s response to physical activity. exercise part of the course. Progressive concepts metabolism, cardiopulmonary function, and theories of neuroplasticity, motor adaptations to training and environmental control, motor learning, and motor skills are factors are addressed as well as exercise presented as they relate to daily activities training guidelines. assessment, clinical skills, and sport. The course completes with an aerobic testing, strength and power testing, introduction to pathological movement and flexibility testing are among lab activities. conditions and therapeutic strategy. Prerequisites: BI 207/209, EX 230 (Pre- or Prerequisites: EX 230, BI 206/208 Corequisite) EX 290 Behavioral Aspects of Exercise EX 253 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 3 CR 3 CR This course will examine psychosocial and A systematic study of the disease process behavioral factors that influence physical and disorders commonly seen in an activity, exercise, and rehabilitation, as well exercise setting. emphasis is on the effect as individual, interpersonal, community,

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environmental, and policy approaches to from a biomechanical perspective. Upon promoting physical activity. additional topics completion of this course the student will include mental health effects of exercise and be proficient in (1) practical gait analysis sport psychology. techniques, (2) analysis of gait patterns, (3) Prerequisites: EX 230 (Pre- or Corequisite) etiology of pathological gait, and (4) the efficacy of certain surgical, orthopedic or foot wear treatments. EX 299 Special Topics in Exercise Science Prerequisites: EX 260 1-3 CR In-depth exploration of a specific, applied EX 362 Exercise Testing and Prescription exercise science topic. Course can be with Lab repeated if topic varies. 4 CR Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Reviews the scientific basis and practical concerns related to the assessment of health EX 320 Pediatric Exercise Science related physical fitness and the development 3 CR of safe, effective and comprehensive physical This course will provide an introduction to fitness programs. emphasis is on both proper the field of pediatric exercise science. topic exercise technique/instruction and the areas will include: growth and development creation of programs utilizing physiological in children and adolescents, puberty and and biomechanical principles and numerous endocrine influences on pediatric exercise modalities. This course addresses content responses, physical activity on the growing within the American College of Sports child, resistance training and muscular medicine (ACSM) Health Fitness Specialist strength in youth, exercise training for (HFS) certification examination. aerobic endurance in children, and patterns Prerequisites: EX 250 of motor development. This course includes a service learning component in addition to a EX 363 Developing Strength and weekly seminar. Conditioning Programs with Lab Prerequisite: EX 250 4 CR Reviews the scientific basis and practical EX 358 Exercise and Aging concerns related to the development of 3 CR safe, effective strength, and conditioning Examines changes occurring in anatomical programs. emphasis is on both proper and physiological systems as adults mature, exercise technique/instruction and the their effects on performance, and explores creation of programs utilizing numerous the theory and practice of selecting age- systems and modalities. This course also appropriate fitness-promoting activities and addresses content within the National function enhancing activities. This course Strength and Conditioning Association includes a service learning component (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning including two weekly lecture sessions. Specialist (CSCS) certification examination. Prerequisites: EX 250, EX 260 Prerequisites: EX 250, EX 260

EX 361 Functional Gait analysis EX 365 Clinical Exercise Science 3 CR 3 CR This course is designed to provide a Explores diagnostic testing, exercise comprehensive investigation of normal and prescription, and lifestyle modification in pathological human locomotion patterns health and chronic disease rehabilitation. Primary and secondary prevention and

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treatment of heart, lung, immune, and metabolic diseases are also addressed. Prerequisites: EX 250, EX 260

EX 366 Clinical Rotation 2 CR Off-campus clinical rotation surveys the scope of practice that characterizes exercise science. specifically students visit cardiopulmonary rehabilitation centers, corporate fitness centers, strength and conditioning facilities, and health and wellness programs for special populations including children and geriatric patient/ clients. Prerequisite: CPR/AED, proof of up-to-date vaccinations (PPD, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, Hep B), EX 250

EX 390 Planning & Evaluation for Physical Activity and Nutrition Programs 3 CR Skills and competencies required for promoting active living and healthy eating in communities will be examined. Specifically, students will examine health promotion program planning, program evaluation, cultural competency, health advocacy, and health communication. Successful active living and healthy eating programs will be drawn upon as examples. Prerequisites: EX 290

EX 399 Seminar in Exercise Science 1 CR In-depth exploration of a specific, applied exercise science topic. Prerequisite: EX 250, EX 260 (Pre- or Corequisite)

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HEALTH SCIENCE Faculty The Health Science major leading to a Bachelor of Science in Health Science (BSHS) JODY BORTONE ED.D., O.T./L builds on the University core curriculum to Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy allow students to pursue individual interests and Health Science Clinical Associate Professor through a constellation of health science and designated track electives that address contemporary issues and topics in health CAROLYN SHIFFMAN PH.D. care. Students will be offered opportunities Program Director, Health Science Assistant to develop themselves as holistic health care Professor practitioners and pre-professionals, which includes their spiritual, ethical, affective, and JANET BETTS ,M.A.R.S. intellectual development. The HS curriculum Adjunct Instructor will provide exposure to contemporary health care policy and practices, health delivery WENDY BJERKE, M.S. organizations, health disciplines and roles, Clinical Assistant Professor cultural competence, health care finance, legal and ethical issues in health care, CLOTILDE DUDLEY SMITH, ED.D., MPA, RDH health information technology, disparities Assistant Professor in health care, professional interactions, and leadership. RAJA STAGGERS-HAKIM, PH.D. MPH Assistant Professor The HS major consists of two distinct tracks: the HS Leadership Track and the HS Pre PATRICIA W. WALKER ED. D., Professional Track. The HS Pre-Professional Dean, College of Education and Health Track prepares students for continuation into Professions graduate health science education programs. HS Pre-Professional Track graduates will be well equipped to pursue graduate study in the health profession education program Requirements of their choice; including occupational The HS major consists of 18 credits of therapy, speech-language pathology, required major core courses and 30 credits physical therapy, medicine or dentistry, of electives. pharmacology, nutrition, and others. Pre-Professional Track majors must take 18 The HS Leadership Track is for health credits of required major core courses, 12 professionals holding an Associate’s degree credits of HS designated courses, and 18 in a health profession or two year’s work credits as approved by HS advisor and as experience in a health care environment appropriate to pre professional interests. HS who are interested in obtaining a bachelor’s Pre-Professional Track students will need degree, developing leadership skills specific to take Arts and Science courses in other to health care environments, and advancing disciplines including, biology, chemistry, their careers. Graduates of the HS Leadership sociology, psychology, and religious studies Track will be well poised to assume roles to meet graduate program prerequisite as department heads, hospital or clinic requirements. Prerequisite course and GPA administrators, and/or supervisors of requirements vary greatly for the various department personnel. graduate professional programs; therefore, students are strongly advised to discuss plans of study with the HS academic advisor to prepare for the specific program of

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interest. Pre Professional Track students are Health Science Electives required to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA HS 301 Spirituality in Health Care to remain in the major with no individual HS major core or elective course grade below HS 303 Health Education and a C. Promotion for Healthy Lifestyles Health Science Leadership Track majors HS 304 Community and Public Health must take 18 credits of HS required major HS 306 Health Management core courses and 30 credits electives. Some Information Systems of the 30 major elective credits may include professional courses transferred into the HS 307 Alternative Healing Modalities University from the health science associate’s HS 309 Professional Interactions in degree program. The remaining credits of Health Care Settings electives will be drawn from HS designated HS 310 Human Growth and electives and/or Arts and Science courses as Development approved by the HS advisor. HS 352 Health Care Leadership

Pre-Professional Track: 30 major elective 3 + 2 Health Science/ credits; 12 HS designated electives plus 18 Occupational Therapy Option credits as approved by HS advisor. Sacred Heart University offers qualified Pre professional track credits may be taken University undergraduates the opportunity from HS electives and/or approved Arts to complete an undergraduate degree in and Science courses as determined by pre Health Science and a graduated degree in professional interests. Occupational Therapy in 5 years. Students choosing the 3 + 2 option must work Leadership Track: 30 credits electives as carefully with their undergraduate advisor approved by HS advisor. to follow a specific sequence of study. All summer courses must be taken at Sacred Leadership track courses may be taken Heart University. A specific plan of study can from HS electives, and or Arts and Science be found on our website. as approved by the HS advisor, and or professional courses transferred from health profession associates degree program. Required Health Science Major Core Courses (18 Credits) HS 302 Health Care Administration Transfer of Credits Practice A maximum of sixty-six (66) credits may be HS 350 Health Care Policy, Politics, applied to a baccalaureate degree from a and Advocacy two-year college and a maximum of ninety (90) credits may be applied from a four-year HS 351 Legal and Ethical Aspects of college or university. Sacred Heart University Health Care accepts a maximum of 15 credits as “free HS 353 Diversity and Disparities in electives” for transfer and a maximum Health Care of 50% of the major’s course credits for HS 354 improving Health Care Quality transfer. For the HS major, graduates of an and Safety associate’s degree health science program can transfer a maximum of 24 professional HS 355 Health Research Capstone course credits toward the HS major, plus 15 free elective course credits, plus credits that

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meet transfer criteria for University core Electives course requirements up to a maximum of 66 credits. Remedial courses, courses where Choose three: the student earned a grade of C- or lower, HS 353 Diversity and Disparities in and professional level internships are not Health Care (3 CR) accepted for transfer credit. or NU 210 Health & Wellness & Cultural Diversity (2 CR) Minor in Health Science SO239 Diversity and Oppression in Contemporary Society (3 CR), DESCRIPTION or The H.S. minor is sequenced to help students BU/IB 203 intercultural Management explore critical issues related to the health (3 CR) care environment including; health care HS 301 Spirituality in Health Care policy, advocacy, administrative practices, and legal and ethical issues. The HS minor HS 303 Health Education and will provide exposure to contemporary Promotion of Healthily health policy, issues, practices, including Lifestyles (3 CR) the organization of health delivery, health HS 304 Community and Public Health disciplines and roles, cultural competence or and health disparities among others. NU 381 Public Health Nursing (5 CR) Depending upon selected electives, the HS (Nursing Majors only) minor will facilitate development of skills in or leadership, health care information systems, NU 375 Populations and Public Health and supervision and management in health Nursing (3 CR) (Nursing care environments. Students must have majors only) sophomore status or above to declare the HS or minor. The minor in Health Science consists of 18 credits including 9 credits of required HS 306 Health Management HS designated courses; HS 302 Health Information Systems (3 CR) Care Administrations and Practice, HS 351 HS 307 Alternative Healing Modalities Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care, (3 CR) and HS 350 Health Care Policy, Politics and or Advocacy, and, 9 credits of HS designated PS 295 Health Psychology (3 CR) electives and/or electives from the approved or list in any combination. (These electives are listed below). HS 309 Professional Interactions in Health Care (3 CR) CURRICULUM HS 310 Human Growth and Development (3 CR) Required Courses HS 352 Health Care Leadership (3 CR) HS 302 Health Care Administrations or and Practice BU 201 Organizational Management HS 351 Legal and Ethical Aspects of (3 CR) Health Care HS 350 Health Care Policy, Politics and Advocacy

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Health Science HS 353 Diversity and Disparities in Course Descriptions Health Care 3 CR HS 302 Health Care Administration Practice The rapidly changing demographics of the 3 CR country and the world call for increased attention to disparities relative to health This course will examine selected status, including issues around diversity, administration practices to prepare students socio-economic status, geography, and for management roles including budget access. The effects of facility utilization and finance, supervision and management and uncompensated care has on access of personnel, unions, strategic planning, will be discussed. This course will provide departmental organization, goals, and a framework for exploring diversity and plans of operation. Individual leadership disparities with emphasis on culturally styles and other assessment tools along competent care and mediation of differences with case studies of common challenges in in health outcomes among diverse health care environments will be presented. populations with regards to accessing quality Considerations of differences between for- health care. profit and not-for-profit organizations will be discussed. HS 354 Improving Health Care Quality and Safety HS 350 Health Care Policy, Politics, and Advocacy 3 CR 3 CR Health care organizations are committed to improving the quality and safety of services Virtually all health services and careers both to achieve their missions and to comply are influenced by health care policy at with various regulatory requirements. This the local, regional, national, and even course will review the major sources of international levels. The implications of quality and safety standards, present some health policy principles and decisions of the major approaches to improving quality will be explored along with the resulting and safety, and discuss the role of all health impact on financing of health care services. care workers in creating a culture of safety. Consideration to current policy and finance Leadership implications of the quality and priorities in health care will be used to safety of the environment, movement, and structure the examination and debate along handling will be explored. with application of ethical principles and advocacy toward influencing health care policy. HS 355 Health Research Capstone 3 CR HS 351 Legal and Ethical Aspects of The Health Research Capstone course will Health Care provide an overview of health research 3 CR principles and the role of research in the delivery of health care, showing connections The planning and delivery of health care is to the other BS HS major core courses on strongly affected by legal issues and ethical leadership and management, diversity, aspects of professional roles and care delivery improving quality and safety, and legal/ in various settings. Basic legal and ethical ethical principles and issues. Specifically,the principles will be presented and applied Capstone process will emphasize finding to selected scenarios to illustrate the role the best available current research and that the law and ethics have on health care applying evidence-based practices to practice. The regulation of health care at selected scenarios. The capstone experience national and state levels will also be reviewed. will involve selection of an approved topic

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from the major core courses and design of a Effectiveness of family-centered practice project to enhance knowledge and skills in is explored in relation to the problems, that area. priorities, attitudes, culture and resources of the family and community.

Health Science Designated HS 306 Health Management Information Systems Elective Courses 3 CR HS 301/HS 501 Spirituality in Health Care This course introduces the current status of information systems and technology in the 3 CR healthcare industry. We will examine the Explores the spiritual dimension of health clinical and administrative applications that care and the incorporation of spirituality into are fundamental to the industry. Information the caring relationship. The intersection of systems topics such as process flow, systems religion, spiritual practices, culture, diversity, analysis, database management, hardware life stages and health issues are examined. and software will also be discussed and Other topics include the identification of examined in the context of the industry. one’s personal spirituality, discussion of Students will also explore emerging the ethical provision of spiritual care by technologies and how they relate to the the health care professional, importance healthcare industry. of the consideration of spiritual care needs by the health care team, and the difference HS 307 Alternative Healing Modalities in the roles of the health care professional and pastoral care professional. Prerequisite: 3 CR Sophomore standing. This course examines holistic forms of health care that can add to the effectiveness of HS 303 Health Education and Promotion for traditional allopathic care, including energy Healthy Lifestyles systems, art, imagery, meditation, and hands- on healing approaches. Integrative medicine 3 CR is the term to describe the interdisciplinary Health education and promotion activities approach to client care, which borrows from are increasingly supported by evidence Eastern and Western medical traditions. showing positive impacts on various health Assignments will include first-hand indicators. Using nationally published experiences of techniques for subjective and population health goals as a framework, this objective assessment. course will use frequently occurring health conditions to explore health education HS 309 Professional Interactions in models and health promotion interventions. Health Care Settings Attention will also be given to measuring health and the impact of lifestyle choices 3 CR on health care needs and costs within the This course will present a model for context of ethical principles. interacting with people seeking health care services and health care personnel HS 304 Community and Public Health with consideration of roles, expectations, communication, and mutual goal setting. 3 CR Commonly used assessment skills such This course focuses on the family and as general interviews/talking with clients, community as consumers of health services. conflict resolution, and communication The different perspectives, sensitivities skills will be included as will more advanced and application of knowledge unique to professional interaction skills of conflict families and the community are identified.

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resolution, negotiation, and mediation.

HS 310 Human Growth and Development across the Lifespan 3 CR This course covers the psychological, biological, cognitive, social and emotional changes that occur throughout the human lifespan. It includes pre-natal stages through death and dying. Students will be introduced to both classic and new and emerging theories of development as they gain an understanding of the dynamic interrelatedness and relationship between biology and environment in human growth and development.

HS 352 Health Care Leadership 3 CR This survey course will review leadership theories practices commonly applied in health care environments. The course will emphasize leading diverse organizations, collaborating with colleagues on creating and communicating a vision for the organization, and ethical leadership. Analyzing organizational frames and leading change to adapt to emerging health care environments will be explored.

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NURSING PETER DONATO, MSN, BA, RN, CMSRN Instructor The Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is designed to meet a variety MARY ALICE DONIUS, EDD, RN of educational needs beginning with the Director of the School of Nursing initial preparation necessary to enter the profession of nursing as well as faster professional growth and advancement for HEATHER FERRILLO, M.S.N., A.P.R.N., F.N.P.- returning registered nurses (RNs). B.C., R.N. Clinical Assistant Professor

KIMBERLY A. FOITO, M.S.N., R.N., EMT-B Faculty Clinical Assistant Professor

ANNE M. BARKER, ED.D., R.N. JOANNE GATTI-PETITO, D.N.P., R.N., C.N.E. Professor Assistant Professor

AUDREY M. BEAUVAIS, D.N.P., M.S.N., CONSTANCE GLENN, M.S.N., A.P.R.N., F.N.P.- M.B.A., R.N. B.C., R.N. Assistant Professor and Director, Clinical Assistant Professor Undergraduate Nursing Programs SUSAN A. GONCALVES, DNP, MS, RN-BC MARLENE BECK, D.N.P., M.S.N., B.S.N Assistant Professor Program Director, SHU Online MICHELLE JOHNSON, ED.D, BSN BETH BOYD, MSN, BSN, RN Clinical Assistant Professor, Assistant Coordinator Nursing Clinical Laboratory Director, Nursing Education

PENNIE SESSLER BRANDEN, PHD, CNM, TAMMY M. LAMPLEY, PHD, RN, CNE MSN, BSN, RN Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor JOSLIN B. LEASCA DNP, MSN, FNP-BC MICHELLE COLE, DNP, MSN, RN, CPN Clinical Assistant Professor Assistant Professor CORRINE LEE, M.S.N., R.N. LINDA COOK, DNP, NNP-BC, APRN Clinical Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor KIMBERLY C. MCKINNON, MSN, RN MARYANNE DAVIDSON, DNSC, APRN, CPNP Laboratory Instructor Associate Professor KERRY MILNER, M.S.N., D.N.SC., R.N. SUSAN M. DENISCO, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., F.N.P.- Assistant Professor B.C., C.N.E. Professor, Program Director DNP LINDA MORROW, D.N.P., M.S.N., M.B.A., CNOR, CPHQ NANCY DENNERT, APRN, MS, MSN, FNP-BC, Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant CDE, BC-ADM Director, Patient Care Services Administration Clinical Assistant Professor

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LINDA-JO PALLOTTO-RUSSO, M.S.N., B.S., FIRST PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAM R.N. (FPD) Clinical Assistant Professor The BS in Nursing program provides a first ANN MARIE SARANICH, M.S.N., R.N.-B.C. professional degree for entry into the nursing Clinical Assistant Professor profession. At the conclusion of four years of study, students are eligible to take the National Certification Licensure Examination REBECCA ANN SMART, MPH, MSN, APRN, (NCLEX) developed by the National Council NNP-BC, FNP-BC Clinical Assistant Professor of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) in the United States. Qualified applicants are admitted into the University as pre-Nursing JULIE G. STEWART, D.N.P., M.P.H., F.N.P.- students and are guaranteed a seat as a B.C., A.P.R.N., A.A.H.I.V.S. sophomore Nursing student if they meet or Associate Professor exceed freshman prerequisite coursework Program Director, FNP Program and GPA requirements. Students who do not meet criteria will be evaluated for placement LINDA L. STRONG, ED.D., R.N. based on enrollment capacity. During the Associate Professor, Director, RN to BSN and following three years, nursing students RN to MSN, and Director SHU-ERC participate in simulated laboratory learning and clinical experiences at a variety of health TAMMY TESTUT, PH.D., R.N. related facilities in the area. Clinical Assistant Professor Upon successful completion of freshman SHERYLYN WATSON, M.S.N., R.N., C.E.N. prerequisite coursework with an overall GPA Clinical Assistant Professor of 3.0 or higher and grades no lower than C+ in science and math courses, students EILEEN YOST, M.S.N., R.N.C. enter the Nursing major in the fall semester Clinical Assistant Professor of the sophomore year. The course sequence is outlined in the Plan of Study below. To receive a BS in Nursing, First Professional Degree Program students must successfully Major in Nursing complete 122 credit hours, 55 of which are Two tracks are offered in the Nursing major: the Nursing major requirements. Students First Professional Degree program and must maintain the overall GPA and course Nursing Completion program for RNs who grade requirements and must demonstrate wish to achieve a BSN. The BSN programs safe and competent practice in all nursing are fully accredited by the Commission clinical and laboratory settings while on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). adhering to the published professional For information, contact the CCNE at One standards of conduct (see Nursing Student Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, Guide online at Nursing Student Guides - DC 20036-1120; phone: 202-887-6791; or Sacred Heart University). web site www.aacn.nche.edu. In addition, a 6-credit certificate in Home Health Care ADMISSION TO THE NURSING MAJOR Management is available online. This certificate meets the current requirements First Professional Degree Program for the position of Home Health Supervisor in Connecticut, for RNs who do not have a Policy: bachelor’s degree. • Incoming freshmen applicants to Sacred Heart University who meet admission criteria established by the

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Nursing Program will be notified of with the State Board of Nursing where their acceptance by Undergraduate he/she intends to take the NCLEX. Admissions. DIFFERENTIAL TUITION • Acceptance into nursing is competitive and predominately based on SAT/ Sacred Heart University has implemented a ACT scores and scholarly achievement differential tuition for the First Professional during the last three years of high school Degree Nursing program. The cost of nursing (particularly in science and advanced education is increased relative to other placement courses). Ideal candidates majors due to intensive clinical laboratory for SHU Nursing will have a 3.3 High courses and clinical supervision required School GPA, and SAT or ACT equivalent to maintain the professional standards of 1080 or higher on Critical Reasoning of nursing education in addition to the and Math scores. Admission essays and associated expenses of clinical education. evidence of community service and other This charge will be reflected as a program fee extracurricular contributions will also be each semester in addition to undergraduate taken into account. tuition and fees. The fee will be initiated for nursing students starting their Sophomore • Students who are accepted will have year. a space held for them in sophomore nursing courses, provided they meet the LAB FEES criterion below. Clinical laboratory fees are attached to • All nursing students planning to start courses that involve laboratory activities, sophomore nursing courses must have simulation, or practical exams. These fees completed prerequisite courses and are used to offset expenses associated with achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or these learning activities. higher and a grade of C+ or higher in required science and math coursework. NURSING ASSESSMENT FEE • Students who do not complete A one-time assessment fee is levied in the prerequisite courses and/or do not meet Sophomore year for individualized testing the GPA requirement will not advance and evaluation that occurs throughout the to sophomore year nursing coursework. nursing major courses. Students receive Students are encouraged to contact the supplemental and remedial study materials Undergraduate Director of Nursing to in addition to individual feedback on tests discuss options. and recommendations for improvement. Students who do not meet the program • Transfer students with excellent benchmark scores will be required to use qualifications (including strong GPAs remedial study materials to demonstrate and SAT/ACT scores) will be admitted competency before progressing to the as space allows. Transfer students are next course. In addition, senior students encouraged to contact the Admission will be required to participate in an NCLEX Office as early as possible for review course towards the end of the final consideration and are expected to meet semester. Questions about these fees and the criteria described above. activities should be directed to the Director • Students with an adverse criminal of Undergraduate Nursing or the Director of background check may be deemed the School of Nursing. ineligible to sit for the NCLEX and/ or obtain a professional license to practice nursing. It is the student’s sole responsibility to discuss this issue directly

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NURSING VERIFICATION/HEALTH obtaining a professional license to practice REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENTATION FEE following graduation. It is therefore the All clinical educational sites require the policy of the College of Health Professions University to verify that each student placed and the Nursing Department that all in a clinical setting has met the necessary admitted students planning to enroll in the health requirements as designated by the Nursing program must consent, submit clinical site. The University uses an outside to, and satisfactorily complete a criminal vendor to collect and verify this information. background check. These will be completed There is a one-time fee associated with at the student’s expense. The University this process, which the student will pay and Nursing program have no obligation to directly to the assigned vendor. On or before refund tuition or otherwise accommodate the Fall Term, sophomore students in the students in the event that a criminal First Professional Degree Program must background check or drug screening renders submit completed and approved Health the student ineligible to complete required Documentation to the vendor for verification. courses or clinical placement(s). A listing of these requirements is available through the vendor or the Clinical Placement REQUIRED FRESHMAN PREREQUISITE Department. All Health documents must be COURSES IN FIRST PROFESSIONAL renewed and updated as required during DEGREE PROGRAM the entire time students are enrolled in the FYXX 125 First Year Seminar nursing program. Please keep copies of all FLO 125 The Art of Thinking health documents for your files. Students may not attend clinical or classroom PS 110 introduction to Psychology activities without health clearance provided BI 126/127 Nursing Human Anatomy/ in the correct format. Students who miss Physiology 1 clinical due to non-compliance are at risk MA 105 Math Applications for Health for not meeting clinical objectives which Sciences may result in course failure, probation, and/ or recommendation for dismissal from the CH 117/119 General, Organic and program. Health care agency placement Biochemistry An Overview agreements and patient safety needs require BI 128/129 Nursing Human Anatomy/ strict compliance with health screening Physiology 2 requirements. HI CC 101 Human Journey: Historical Paths to Civilization SPECIAL CLINICAL AGENCY REQUESTS/ or CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/DRUG EN CC 102 Literary Expressions of the SCREENINGS Human Journey Successful completion of the Nursing program at Sacred Heart University includes ADDITIONAL COURSES REQUIRED FOR satisfactory completion of the clinical FIRST PROFESSIONAL DEGREE education component of the curriculum. A NU 205 Foundations of Professional majority of clinical sites now require students Nursing to complete a criminal background check NU 220 Pharmacology and Nursing and drug screening prior to participating in Implications clinical education placements. Additionally, National certification agencies may deem BI 161/162 introduction to Microbiology persons with criminal convictions as HI CC 101 Human Journey: Historical ineligible to sit for national certification Paths to Civilization examinations and state laws may restrict or EN CC 102 Literary Expressions of the prohibit those with criminal convictions from Human Journey

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TRS 101 introduction to the Study of complex alterations in health. Religion • Integrates knowledge of pathophysiology, NU 210 Health & Wellness & Cultural pharmacology, and nutrition when Diversity providing care to patients, families, NU 215 Health Assessment communities, and populations. PH 101 introduction to Philosophy Leadership (Essential II) PS 252 Child Development Psychology • Evaluate and provide safe, high quality CC 103 Social Sciences: The Individual health care based on an understanding & Society of organizational and systems leadership models. or CC 103 Natural Sciences: Scientific • Apply leadership concepts, skills, and Discovery & the Human decision making when coordinating the Community care of selected clients in a variety of NU 300 Psychiatric Mental-Health settings. Nursing Quality Improvement (Essential II) NU 330 Care of the Childbearing Family • Evaluate and provide safe, high quality PH/RS/CC 104 The Human Search for Truth, health care based on an understanding Justice & the Common Good of organizational and systems leadership models. NU 310 Pathophysiology NU 340 introduction to Adult Nursing • Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives that impact patient care and NU 365 Evidence-Based Nursing system issues. Practice MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making Safety (Essential II) SO 110 Sociology • Evaluate and provide safe, high quality NU 374 Concepts in Child Health health care based on an understanding Nursing of organizational and systems leadership NU 360 Adult Nursing 2 models. TRS 340 Bioethics • Participate in quality and patient safety or initiatives, recognizing that these are PH 258 Medical Ethics complex system issues, which involve NU 370 Nursing Leadership individuals, families, groups, communities, populations, and other members of the NU 381 Public Health Nursing healthcare team. NU 390 Senior Synthesis Seminar • Apply quality improvement processes NU 395 Transitions into Professional and safety enhancing technology to Nursing Practice effectively implement patient safety initiatives and monitor performance PROGRAM COMPETENCIES measures, including nurse sensitive indicators in the micro system of care. Liberal Education (Essential I) • Integrates knowledge from the biological, Evidence Based Practice (Essential III) behavioral, social and nursing sciences • Provide professional nursing care that is when providing care to patients with grounded in current evidence.

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• Discriminate between valid and invalid Interprofessional Collaboration/ research for modifying clinical practice Communication (Essential VI) along with clinical expertise and patient/ family preferences. • Provide effective patient-centered care as a member of the interprofessional • Evaluate and propose changes based on health care team by fostering open evidence-based practice to structure the communication, mutual respect, and work environment to facilitate integration shared decision-making. of new evidence into practice. • Participate in the development, • Value the concept of evidence-based implementation and evaluation of intra- practice as integral to determining best and interprofessional projects. clinical practice. • Provide effective patient-centered care Informatics (Essential IV) as a member of the interprofessional health care team by fostering open • Use computer information management communication, mutual respect and systems and patient care technology to shared decision-making. evaluate the safety and effectiveness of patient care. • Acknowledge own potential to contribute to effective team functioning. • Use computer information systems to monitor and coordinate the care of Health Promotion Disease/Injury Prevention patients with complex alterations in (Essential VII) health. • Support culturally competent health • Integrate the use of technology and promotion and disease/injury prevention information systems to adapt patient care activities across the lifespan at the based on an analysis of expected and individual and population level to improve actual patient outcomes. population health.

Health care policy (Essential V) • Perform population-based screenings to identify potential health related risks and • Integrate knowledge of healthcare policy, intervene as appropriate to minimize the finance, and regulatory factors that risk of disease. influence health care delivery and nursing practice. • Collaborate with others to develop a plan of care that takes into account • Finance: Analyze the costs and determinants, available resources, and availability of healthcare options for the range of activities that contribute individuals, families, communities, and to health and the prevention of illness, select populations. injury, disability, and premature death. • Healthcare Policy: Analyze healthcare • Advocate for social justice including a policies that impact the delivery of commitment to the health of vulnerable healthcare and make recommendations populations and the elimination of health for change based on that analysis. disparities. • Regulatory: Examine the state’s nurse Professionalism (Essential VIII) practice act in relation to the scope of practice of registered nurses in that state. • Demonstrate the core values of professionalism that support achievement of optimal health and wellness outcomes in patients, families, communities and populations.

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• Articulate the value of pursuing nurse, faculty members and nursing lab practice excellence, lifelong learning, assistants, students are able to practice and and professional engagement to foster demonstrate skills competency in a simulated professional growth and development. clinical setting. In addition to scheduled class times, laboratories are open and staffed for • Act to prevent, recognize, and intervene students’ individual practice during specified when unsafe, illegal, or unethical care hours. practices are being carried out by members of the health care team. FRESHMAN PREREQUISITE COURSES FOR • Promote the image of nursing by MATRICULATION TO THE B.S. IN NURSING modeling the values and articulating the PROGRAM knowledge, skills, and attitudes of the nursing profession. Fall Freshman Year: 13 credits Spring Freshman Year: 14 credits Patient Centered Care (Essential IX) FYXX125 First Year Seminar or • Evaluate the effectiveness of patient- FLO 125 The Art of Thinking centered care as a member of the interprofessional health care team. FYXX125 First Year Seminar or • Develop and evaluate care that reflects FLO 125 The Art of Thinking spiritual, cultural, ethnic and social PS 110 introduction to Psychology preferences, values, and needs of patients, families, communities and CH 117 General, Organic and populations. Biochemistry, l An Overview BI 126 Nursing Anatomy and • Respect the centrality of the patient/ Physiology I family as core members of any healthcare team. (QSEN teamwork and collaboration CH 119 General, Organic and attitudes) Biochemistry Laboratory BI 127 Nursing Anatomy and Clinical Judgment (Essential X) Physiology I Laboratory • Make individualized patient care-related BI 128 Nursing Anatomy and clinical judgments that are based on Physiology II knowledge and evidence and developed MA 105 Mathematical Applications for through the process of clinical reasoning. Health Sciences • Use evidence and clinical reasoning to BI 129 Nursing Anatomy and support the management of care based Physiology II Laboratory on an ongoing evaluation of patient HI CC 101 The Human Journey: Historical outcomes. Paths to Civilization or NURSING LABORATORY EN CC 102 Literary Expressions of the The nursing laboratories are equipped Human Journey with sophisticated simulation mannequins • CH 117/119 can be taken Year 1 Semester 1 and models, exam tables, hospital beds, or Year 1 Semester 2 computers, and a variety of audiovisual material. The laboratories are designed to • PS 110 can be taken in Year 1 Semester 1 promote critical thinking and skill proficiency or Year 1 Semester 2 for all major content areas of nursing practice. Under the direction of a full-time

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ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR PH/RS CC 104 The Human Search for Truth, THE B.S. IN NURSING Justice, & the Common Good PS 252 Child Development Fall Sophomore Year: 16 credits Psychology Spring Sophomore Year: 17 credits Humanities Elective NU 205 Foundations of Professional Nursing Fall Senior Year: 16 credits NU 310 Pathophysiology Spring Senior Year: 15 credits NU 220 Pharmacology and Nursing NU 360 Adult Nursing II Implications NU 381 Public Health Nursing NU 215 Health Assessment NU 370 Nursing Leadership BI 161 introduction to Microbiology NU 390 Senior Synthesis Seminar PH 101 introduction to Philosophy NU 374 Concepts in Child Health BI 162 introduction to Microbiology Nursing Laboratory NU 395 Transitions into Professional SO 110 Sociological Imagination Nursing Practice HI CC 101 The Human Journey: Historical TRS 340 Bioethics Paths to Civilization or or PH 258 Medical Ethics Free Elective (3 EN CC 102 Literary Expressions of the CR) Human Journey CC 103 Social Sciences: The Individual & Society Course Descriptions for First or CC 103 Natural Sciences: Scientific Professional Degree Discovery & the Human Community NU 205 Foundations of Professional Nursing TRS 101 introduction to the Study of 3 CR Religion Foundations of Professional Nursing Humanities Elective introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational • BI 161/162 can be taken in Year 2 knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and Semester 3 or Year 2 Semester 4 humanities; and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm Fall Junior Year: 14 credits of nursing is presented in conjunction with Spring Junior Year: 17 credits the University’s mission and organizing NU 300 Psychiatric—Mental Health framework. Students are introduced to Nursing the concepts of health promotion, disease NU 340 introduction to Adult Nursing injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the NU 210 Health & Wellness & Cultural teaching/learning process as part of patient- Diversity centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, NU 365 Evidence-Based Nursing safety, documentation, and regulatory Practice guidelines that influence nursing practices are NU 330 Care of the Childbearing presented. Laboratory and clinical experiences Family are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making basic nursing care in a professional caring

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manner. Students will demonstrate effective the assessment phase of the nursing use of available technologies to assess and process. Students are expected to develop monitor patient care. critical thinking skills to begin identifying Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing problems and deficits in an effort to guide major the development of a plan of care. By the end of the semester students will formulate a holistic and comprehensive concept map NU 210 Health & Wellness & Cultural diagramming actual and potential health Diversity issues to illustrate this learning. 2 CR Prerequisite: NU 205 and NU 220 This course introduces the student to basic concepts, theories and methods of exploring NU 220 Pharmacology and Nursing the health, wellness and cultural diversity of Implications individuals. Common factors that promote the health and wellness of individuals across 3 CR the life span are explored. Cultural diversity This course introduces students to basic expands this discussion to include the concepts of pharmacology used to meaning and impact of culture on health and promote, support, and restore the health wellness through the exploration of cultural status of individuals. Course content will phenomenon such as perception toward focus on the pharmacodynamics and the time, communication, social organization pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of and healing traditions. Values clarification drugs and their biologic, psychosocial and related to own culture as a part of the cultural role in health and illness. Critical process of developing cultural awareness and thinking with the application of the nursing competence is discussed. Disparities related process will be stressed in the assessment to access to care and economic barriers are of patient responses, discussion of nursing discussed including vulnerable populations. implications of various drug groups, Current evidence related to the impact of therapeutic interventions, and related culture on health care systems and treatment evaluations. Throughout the course issues of by culturally competent practitioners is legal, ethical and professional accountability included. will be addressed as they pertain to the safe Prerequisite: NU 205 and NU 220 administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting NU 215 Health Assessment documentation. 3 CR Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Nursing Health Assessment introduces assessment major components including interviewing, history taking, functional assessment, and physical NU 299 Special Topics in Nursing examination of adults and geriatric patients with emphasis on health promotion and 3 CR disease/injury prevention. This course Designated new or occasional courses begins with foundational concepts of that may or may not become part of the professionalism, patient centered care, department’s permanent course offerings. and safety. Students will build upon Prerequisites are established by the learned assessment techniques to begin department as appropriate for the specific examining patients using a head to toe course. Course title is shown on the student’s approach. Course content focuses on the transcript. role of the nurse, inter- and intraprofessional communication, data collection and patient teaching. Emphasis is placed on

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NU 300 Psychiatric—Mental Health Nursing NU 330 Care of the Childbearing Family 4 CR 4 CR This course is designed to introduce Care of the Childbearing Family focuses students to the basic concepts of psychiatric on the concepts of patient-centered care, and mental health nursing. It provides safety, genetics, health promotion, and an introduction to the assessment and professionalism in the care of wormen and treatment of patients with mental health newborns from conception to birth. Culturally challenges (vulnerable populations). sensitive nursing practice embodies the Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative care of women, newborns, and families healing methods are addressed. Continuing ranging from healthy to at-risk health states themes of growth and development across along the continuum of their growth and the life span including gerontology, safety, development. Evidence-based research evidence based practice, therapeutic is integrated into the plan of care, which communications, pharmacotherapeutics, extends in to the community. Legal and client advocacy, teaching, and patient- ethical issues that relate to the care of the centered care are explored. Concepts family are interwoven. Students demonstrate related to social/ethical/legal considerations critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills in relation to this vulnerable population with emphasis on communication and are applied. Emphasis is placed on interprofessional collaboration as part of professionalism, communication and their clinical experience. personal self-awareness and self-growth Prerequisite: NU 215, BI 161/162 as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students have the NU 340 Introduction to Adult Nursing opportunity to carry out the nursing process and develop beginning level clinical skills in 5 CR individual and group counseling at a variety Adult Nursing 1 is the first in the two- of mental health agencies and with a diverse course sequence of adult nursing. This group of psychiatric clients. course explores the roles of the nurse in Prerequisites: NU 215, NU 210, BI 161/162 relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with common medical/ surgical health problems. Course content NU 310 Pathophysiology emphasizes health promotion, disease/ 3 CR injury prevention, disease management, This course focuses on pathophysiology and health maintenance. Continuing themes as it relates to the nursing actions and of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological responsibilities needed to manage and considerations, safety, evidence-based provide care for clients who are experiencing practice, therapeutic communication, as acute or chronic physiologic health well as patient education and advocacy, are conditions. Reduction of risk potential, explored. This course incorporates critical including complications from existing thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical conditions will also be explored as well as judgment into classroom and clinical learning health promotion and disease prevention as experiences. A structured experience in it relates to the disease process. References the simulation lab is included to integrate to the aging process and genetics and their the nursing process with new nursing impact on pathophysiology will be included. interventions. Course content will focus on Content builds on prior anatomy and common health problems related to fluid physiology concepts learned in prerequisite and electrolytes, pulmonary, cardiovascular, coursework. urinary, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal Prerequisite: NU 205, NU 220 disorders, problems of metabolism, sensation and perception, circulation and perioperative

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care. Weekly clinical experiences will be Parameters for making a recommendation conducted in acute care settings. for an evidence-based practice change Prerequisite: NU 300, NU 330 that enhances safety and promotes quality improvement will be discussed. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate NU 360 Adult Nursing II skills in gathering data from a variety of 6 CR sources using appropriate databases to find Adult Nursing 2 is the second in the two- best current evidence. course sequence of adult nursing. This Prerequisites: NU 300, NU 330, course explores the roles of the nurse in Corequisite: MA 131, NU 340 relation to providing patient-centered care to patients with complex medical/ surgical health problems. Course content NU 370 Nursing Leadership emphasizes health promotion, disease/ 3 CR injury prevention, disease management, This course focuses on the nursing and health maintenance. Continuing themes profession and leadership principles which of pharmacotherapeutics, gerontological are integral to the provision of health care considerations, safety, evidence-based for individuals, families, communities, and practice, therapeutic communication, a global society. Students are given the multiculturism, as well as patient education opportunity to explore complex issues and and advocacy, are explored. This course trends in nursing related to the provision incorporates critical thinking, clinical of cost-effective, safe, quality patient care, reasoning, and clinical judgment along with nursing as a profession, and global health. evidence-based practice, the utilization The development of an understanding and of informatics, while promoting synthesis awareness of their need to become involved of knowledge and interprofessional in the development of health care policies collaboration. Course content will focus and changes in health care systems will be on common health problems related fostered by an analysis of current issues to pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, such as cross-cultural communication, the gastrointestinal, and hematological, nursing shortage, inefficient health care oncological, infectious disease, hepatobiliary, systems, and international issues. Discussion and neurological. A structured experience and assignments will include implementation in the simulation lab is included to practice strategies and skills for successful transition advanced nursing interventions required into the work place environment. to care for high risk emergencies in a safe, controlled environment. Weekly clinical Prerequisites: NU 340, NU 365 experiences will be conducted in high acuity acute care settings. NU 374 Concepts in Child Health Nursing Prerequisite: NU 340, NU 365 4 CR The concepts in this course address family- NU 365 Evidence Based Practice centered care, safety, genetics, health 3 CR promotion and disease/injury prevention in the care of children and their families from This course prepares students to discover, birth through childhood and adolescence. examine, and critically appraise current Course content focuses on the application of evidence in nursing and health care. Students clinical judgment, evidence based practice, will develop skills needed to identify research and growth and development. Students questions in practice, analyze existing will engage in intra- and inter-professional evidence, and develop strategies to integrate collaboration and communication while best current research with clinical expertise advocating for the needs of this vulnerable and patient/family preferences and values.

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population. Clinical experiences incorporate NU 395 Transitions into Professional Nursing informatics, caring, cultural sensitivity and Practice leadership. Students will be expected to 4 CR demonstrate professionalism and increasing levels of autonomy while providing care that This clinically based immersion experience is respectful and preserves human dignity. is focused on refining the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to manage care Prerequisite: NU 340, NU 365 as part of an interprofessional team within a health care system. Theoretical learning NU 381 Public Health Nursing becomes reality as students are clinically 5 CR immersed to make connections between the standard case or situation that is presented This course focuses on providing population- in the classroom or laboratory setting in the focused care. Community and family constantly shifting reality of actual patient assessments identify the need for intervention care. The experience supports objectives strategies that support health promotion and identified in the Senior Synthesis Seminar. disease/injury prevention while promoting Students demonstrate and utilize evidence- optimal functioning of various populations. based research to support clinical judgment. Nursing services/ interventions are delivered The expectation is to analyze and reflect on based on this assessment with an emphasis experiences encountered during the clinical on vulnerable populations and cultural experience. Focus is on moving the student variations in the community. Collaboration toward autonomous professional nursing with community agencies/institutions and practice within their clinical setting. health care systems provide an opportunity to practice health promotion activities that Prerequisites: NU 360 address current or emergent health needs of specific populations. The development of community partnerships is a focus and Nursing Completion encourages student engagement. Program (RN to BSN) Prerequisite: NU 360 The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program provides registered NU 390 Senior Synthesis Seminar nurses who have graduated from accredited 3 CR diploma or associate degree programs This course utilizes the concepts of educational mobility in a program designed professionalism, leadership, and patient- for the adult learner. No entrance exams are centered care in preparing the student to required for practicing, licensed nurses. The assume the role of baccalaureate nurse upper-division curriculum has been specially generalist. Critical discussions of professional designed for RN students returning to finish issues prepare graduates for a successful their baccalaureate education. Sacred Heart transition into their first nursing role. offers two RN-BSN completion programs: an Students will be expected to apply and all online program and a contracted onsite synthesize previous course content while program at selected hospital/organization demonstrating accountability to self, peers, sites, which combines online and onsite and the program as they prepare to take the classes at these sites. Personal attention and NCLEX exam. Students analyze and evaluate interaction between the faculty and student individual learning needs and develop a are a major focus in the School of Nursing. learning contract to meet deficiencies. Content mastery testing is utilized to prepare The RN to BSN program is student-friendly students for the NCLEX exam. and tailored to meet the needs of adult learners. There are two courses in the Prerequisites: NU 360 curriculum with a practicum component:

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care management and public health nursing. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR RN-BSN Students select preceptors and design AND RN-MSN learning objectives and strategies, with This program is limited to students with faculty approval, based on their personal experience in nursing who are seeking to learning needs and areas for growth. complete their baccalaureate education in Students do not have to repeat previous nursing. Students apply through the online clinical experiences. Required Nursing admissions process directly for the RN to courses are upper-division courses and are BSN program. Application materials must designed specifically for RN students. include:

To receive a BS degree in Nursing, the RN • For admission to the RN-BSN program, must complete 120 credit hours of study: 63 an undergraduate GPA of 2.5 is required. credit hours in prescribed general education • For admission to the RN-MSN program, courses and 57 credit hours in the major an undergraduate GPA of 2.8 or above is with at least a 2.8 GPA. A minimum of 30 required for applicants covered by the CT nursing credits are awarded through the Articulation Agreement. For applicants Connecticut Nursing Education Articulation not covered by this agreement, an Plan. The professional major is built on a core undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required for of sciences, humanities, social sciences and the RN to MSN program mathematics courses. Prior to entry into the major, specific prerequisite courses must • official transcripts, be completed at Sacred Heart University or another accredited college, or by college- • an application, level examinations (CLEP). • two letters of recommendation, (one from a supervisor and one from a peer) • a resume, Accelerated RN to MSN Program This program is for registered nurses • a statement of professional goals, and who have graduated from accredited • completion of the interview with an diploma or associate degree programs in admissions representative for faculty Nursing and provides an accelerated path review. into the Masters in Nursing program. The baccalaureate upper-division Nursing major • Applicants must provide a copy of their includes both undergraduate and graduate- RN license in their state of practice, and level courses to satisfy the requirements must carry liability insurance. One year of for the baccalaureate degree. The basis nursing experience is preferred. of the acceleration is the substitution of graduate credits for credits toward the PREREQUISITE COURSES TO THE UPPER- BSN. RN-MSN students must maintain a 3.0 DIVISION NURSING MAJOR GPA throughout their course of study. All BI 126/127 Nursing Anatomy and required undergraduate nursing courses for Physiology I this degree are available online, as are the BI 128/129 Nursing Anatomy and graduate nursing core courses and nursing Physiology II courses required for the MSN in Patient Care Services Administration, Clinical Nurse BI 161/162 introduction to Microbiology Leader and Nursing Education tracks. Please Biology, Chemistry, or Physics Elective refer to the Sacred Heart University Graduate 9 Credits in Social and Behavioral Sciences: catalog for additional information. PS 110, SO 110, PS 252, Anthropology, Political Science or Economics

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Freshman Seminor or Academic Writing (b) NU 335 information and Technology for Nursing Practice VALIDATION OF PRIOR LEARNING NU 345 Evidence Based Practice Students may be awarded 30-36 Nursing NU 355 Leadership in Contemporary credits through the State of Connecticut Nursing Practice Nursing Articulation Plan. Students who NU 376 Care Management: Individuals graduate from schools in other states can be and Families awarded 30 credits through endorsement of these courses. Students will be advised NU 387 Populations and Global Health of their status by the Nursing faculty with Nursing credits shown as NU 290. REQUIRED BSN COURSES FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES FOR ACCELERATED DEGREE RN-MSN—ALL THE BS IN NURSING TRACKS FLO 125 Logic NU 290 Validation of Prior Learning (30 to 33 credits) HICC 101 The Human Journey: Historical Paths to Civilizations NU 325 Health Assessment for RNs EN/CC 102 Literary Expressions of The NU 376 Care Management: Individuals Human Journey and Families CC 103 The Human Community: The NU 387 Populations and Global Health Individual and Society or Nursing The Human Community and NU 401 Health Care Policy and Ethics Scientific Discovery for Contemporary Nursing CC 104 (PH or RS) The Human Search Practice for Truth, Justice and the NU 430 Principles of Health Care Common Good Research for Contemporary MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making Nursing Practice (3 credits) PH 101 introduction to the Problems NU 431 Evidence-Based Practice for of Philosophy Quality TRS 101 introduction to the Study of NU 433 Theory and Professional Roles Religion for Contemporary Nursing Practice TRS 340 Bioethics: Religious Perspectives Courses in the Nursing major are generally Two electives from Area B-1 (Humanities) taken after the majority of general education Free elective(s) courses have been completed. Nursing 305, 315, 325, 335, 345 and 355 (or NU 401, 430, 431, and 433 for RN to MSN students) must NURSING MAJOR REQUIREMENTS— BSN be taken before NU 376 or 387. Students are NU 290 Validation of Prior Learning encouraged to review the University catalog (30 – 36 undergraduate for other policies and requirements related to nursing credits) timing of various course requirements, CLEP NU 305 Transition to Professional availability and timing, and credit for prior Practice learning application procedures. NU 315 The Human Journey in a) The University Common Core Courses CC Nursing 101 and CC 102 must be completed before NU NU 325 Health Assessment 315 and NU 345.

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b) Students who have completed and Courses cannot be audited or taken for Pass/ received SHU credit for an Academic Writing Fail. Credit may later be applied to a degree Course are exempt from Freshman Seminar. if the student enrolls in a degree program within 5 years. c) MA 131 must be completed before NU 345. Students must achieve a grade of C or better d) The Validation of Prior Learning is (undergraduate) or B or better (graduate) in awarded upon admission and validation of the courses to be awarded the certificate. courses. If certificate students later apply for a MSN, e) RN-MSN students take NU 401, 430, 431, only grades of B or better will be applied 433 at the graduate level (instead of NU 305, to the degree. Students enrolled in degree 315, 345—which the RN-BSN students take). programs will meet the admission and progression criteria for the degree.

Nursing Major — MSN Please refer to the Graduate catalog for Course Descriptions for Nursing major requirements—MSN. RN to BSN/RN and Home Health Care Management

Certificate Program in Home Health NU 305 Transition to Professional Practice Care Management for RNs—Online 3 CR The certificate program in Home Health This course is for RNs and is designed as Care Management is designed for nurses a transition to the nursing major and as a in management positions in home health forum to facilitate comparison between the agencies to meet the State of Connecticut’s scope of practice of the registered nurse Department of Public Health (DPH) and the baccalaureate prepared nurse. Role requirements. DPH requires nurses in behaviors of the baccalaureate practitioner managerial positions in home care who will be analyzed and applied within a do not have a BSN to complete at least framework of the health care environment six credits in health care management and the ethical, legal and social issues or community health from an accredited that influence nursing practice. Critical college, university or school of nursing. thinking skills are developed as an essential component of professional practice. ADMISSION Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-BSN Students must apply to the School of Nursing Major Nursing for the Certificate Program and enroll as a Special Student at Sacred Heart NU 315 The Human Journey of Nursing University. There is a $25 fee for processing 3 CR the application. Students must take the This course is for RNs. The Human Journey course for credit, which may later be applied in Nursing utilizes the four questions posed to the RN to BSN degree. in the University Common Core to address Nursing’s role in building a just society. REQUIRED COURSES Concepts such as human vulnerability, NU 355 Leadership in Contemporary resiliency, spirituality and cultural diversity Nursing Practice will provide the platform from which NU 382 Management of Home Health discussions about the professions and the Care Agencies professional nurse’s role in shaping past,

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current and future health care will be based. NU 345 Evidence Based Practice Reflection on service learning experiences 3 CR will personalize and professionalize the meaning and responsibility for addressing This course is for RNs and prepares nursing health inequities within the workplace and students to critically evaluate evidence the perpetuation of health disparities in developed through methodologies such society. as research and research protocols for its application to the practice of professional Prerequisites: Acceptance to the RN-BSN nursing. The course reviews levels of Nursing Major and Completion of University evidence and provides a foundational Common Core 101 and 102 courses. overview of quantitative and qualitative This course is not a substitute for the research methodologies. Ethical issues and Common Core Courses policy agendas that influence research are considered throughout the course. NU 325 Health Assessment for RNs Prerequisites: Acceptance to the RN-BSN 3 CR Nursing Major, MA 131 Utilizing the conceptual framework of the nursing program, this course focuses NU 355 Leadership in Contemporary Nursing on comprehensive health assessment. Practice Adequate data collection and careful analysis 3 CR for diagnostic and planning purposes is This course is for RNs and will focus on the stressed. The student will use the diagnostic professional nurse’s role in applying theory reasoning process to formulate nursing and principles of leadership and management diagnoses based on the North American in organizations across the health care Nursing Diagnosis Association (NANDA) continuum. Focus will be placed on strategies nomenclature. The nursing laboratory necessary to function effectively in a changing experience is available for students but not health care system by exploring interrelated required. Videotaping assessment skills is a process of thinking systematically, developing required course tool. reflective judgment, and exercising leadership. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-BSN or Strategies for managing the quality and cost if RN-MSN Nursing Major health care, as well as research utilization, are emphasized to promote effective practice. NU 335 Information and Technology for Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN-BSN Nursing Practice Nursing Major 3 CR This course is for RNs and provides an NU 376 Care Management: Individuals and introduction to information and technology Families needed for the practice of nursing today. It 4 CR will focus on providing material to enable This course is for RNs and is focused on the nurses to be computer literate by exploring elements of care management across the the use of emerging information sources and health care continuum. Care management communication technology and their impact requires an integration of understanding, on health care. Emphasis will be placed on skills and professional practices of clinical trends and issues in clinical technology. It will leadership, collaboration, communication, also examine key issues such as security and teaching and learning, evidence based the use of data bases. practice and evaluation. Students will Prerequisite: Acceptance to the RN to BSN engage in analytic discussion and analysis Nursing Major of the influence of standards, systems of care, clinical practice, family systems, family

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assessment, and personal reflection on one’s practices in nursing and health care are practice in contemporary nursing. viewed from the past and present as a way Prerequisites: Acceptance to the RN to to contemplate the future. Building on a BSN Nursing Major, NU 305, 315, 325, 335, framework of critical thinking, students 345, and 355 or acceptance to the RN-MSN explore through discussion, written critiques, Nursing Major, NU 325, NU 401, NU 430, NU readings, research and class participation, 431, and NU 433 the history of nursing and medicine, analysis of current policy development and implications of the past for present and NU 382 Management of Home Health Care future actions in nursing and health care. Agencies 3 CR This course takes basic management NU 430 (NU 601) Principles of Health Care concepts and applies them specifically to Research for Contemporary Nursing Practice home care. Content includes financing home care including Medicare, Medicaid 3 CR and private insurance; State and Federal This course, the first of two research regulations; accreditation regulations seminars, reviews nursing and health care including quality improvement concepts of research literature according to criteria. case management; trends and issues in home Course content focuses on the development care; legal and ethical consideration in home of a researchable problem, integrative care, and community resources. This course literature review and research design. is only offered online. Content, related to quantitative, qualitative and evaluative methods, is outlined. NU 387 Populations and Global Health Concepts are developed to promote an Nursing understanding of the research process within the context of a research proposal. 5 CR Prerequisite: MA 131 This course is for RNs and focuses on global communities as consumers of health services. The different perspectives, sensitivities NU 431 (NU 602) Evidence-Based Practice and application of knowledge unique to for Quality Care nursing of populations, communities, and 3 CR societies are identified. Effectiveness of Builds on the content of NU 601 and begins nursing practice is explored in relation to with principles inherent to a sound research the problems, priorities, attitudes, culture methodology. Included in the course are and resources of aggregates, groups, the both philosophical and pragmatic differences community, and global health needs. between qualitative and quantitative Prerequisites: Acceptance to the RN to BSN methods of data collection and analysis. Nursing Major, NU 305, 315, 325, 335, 345, and Content areas of substance include both 355 or acceptance to the RN-MSN Nursing data collection methods and analysis using Major, NU 325, 401, 430, 431, 433 and 376. computer software. Graduate students complete the methods section of the thesis NU 401 (NU 501) Impact of History and prospectus during this semester. Policy on Nursing and Health Care 3 CR NU 433 (NU 530) Theory and Professional Roles for Contemporary Nursing Practice The first of two integrated, required nursing courses in the core curriculum of the 3 CR graduate nursing programs, this course Focuses on ethical dimensions of clinical focuses on history and policy. Current and administrative practice in nursing. Broad

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philosophical issues that have direct impact on health care are explored. Beginning with a reflection of one’s own values, the course examines the philosophical basis of nursing ethics, applications of ethical principles and the ethical decision-making process. Because reflection, dialogue and critical thinking are essential to understanding ethical practices, the majority of the classes use a seminar format.

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PRE-OCCUPATIONAL Therapy program, program accreditation, admission, and application information, THERAPY see Sacred Heart University’s Graduate Pre-Occupational Therapy preparation is a Catalog or contact the Office of Graduate three or four-year course of study leading Admissions. to the baccalaureate degree and the completion of required Occupational Therapy Freshman Admission Decision Program prerequisite courses, followed by Option two years of graduate study in Occupational A freshman admission decision application Therapy. Pre-Occupational Therapy in option is available to outstanding incoming itself is not an undergraduate major at Sacred Heart University Freshman. Freshman Sacred Heart University. Graduate study in admission requirements include: Occupational Therapy requires two calendar years, including summers, of graduate level • Successful completion of four years of coursework and supervised clinical fieldwork high school Science education beyond the baccalaureate degree. Students may complete their undergraduate • High school GPA of 3.2 or higher in degree in a discipline of their choice; academic courses (Math, Science, History, however, the Health Science major leading English, Modern Foreign Language) to the Bachelor of Science in Health Science • SAT scores of 1080 or higher (SAT (BSHS) is preferred as it offers students a required) solid foundation in aspects specific to health care. Pre Occupational Therapy preparation Sacred Heart University students accepted can be accomplished in any undergraduate to the Occupational Therapy Program as major but the 3 + 2 plan can only be freshmen must meet the following criteria completed in the Health Science major. The prior to beginning the graduate phase of the Health Science major must be declared by Occupational Therapy Program: the end of the freshman year and requires summer and winter intersession courses to • Successful completion of the complete the baccalaureate degree in three baccalaureate degree in an years. Students must successfully complete undergraduate major all required prerequisites by the end of the • Successful completion of all prerequisite summer prior to enrolment. A 3.0 cumulative course requirements with no individual GPA, 3.0 Prerequisite science GPA (Biology perquisite course grade below a C, with a with lab, Human Anatomy and Physiology 3.2 prerequisite GPA, and, I and II with labs), and 3.2 prerequisite GPA with no individual prerequisite course • Maintenance of a 3.0 cumulative GPA, grades below a C are required for admission. and, Prerequisite course grades of C or lower are not accepted and must be repeated. All • A 3.0 prerequisite science GPA (Biology of the following prerequisite courses must with lab, Human Anatomy and Physiology be completed with grades entered with I and II with labs), and, the University Registrar by the June 30th • Completion of the online graduate application deadline to determine admission application by June 30th following status and eligibility for enrollment in the the junior year for 4 + 2 students, and Program: Psychology, Statistics, two of the following the sophomore year for 3 + 2 three science prerequisites (Biology with lab; students Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab; Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab), Sacred Heart University undergraduates who and one additional prerequisite course. For were admitted into the Program as freshman details regarding the Graduate Occupational who do not meet all of these criteria will lose

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their seat and eligibility for enrollment in the the junior year for 4 + 2 students, and Occupational Therapy Program. following the sophomore year for 3 + 2 students

Regular Admission Application Option Program Accreditation Sacred Heart University undergraduates, who The Occupational Therapy Program were not admitted into the Occupational is fully accredited through 2016-2017 Therapy Program as freshman, may apply under the “Standards for an Accredited to the Program on a competitive basis Educational Program for the Occupational for either the Early or Regular Decision Therapist-2006” by the Accreditation Council application options. Sacred Heart University for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) undergraduates should apply by the June of the American Occupational Therapy 30th application deadline following the Association (AOTA). The faculty have refined junior year for 4 + 2 students, and following the curriculum to meet the revised, 2011 the sophomore year for 3 + 2 students. All ACOTE Standards that went into effect July of the following prerequisite courses must 31, 2013. For information about accreditation, be completed with grades entered with contact ACOTE c/o American Occupational the University Registrar by the application Therapy Association, 4720 Montgomery deadline to determine admission status and Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814- eligibility for enrollment in the Program: 3449. Tel: 301-652-6611 ext. 2914, www. Psychology, Statistics, two of the three acoteonline.org or www.aota.org science prerequisites (Biology with lab; Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab; Graduates of the program are eligible to sit Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab), for the national certification examination and one additional prerequisite course. for the occupational therapist administered (See the Office of Graduate Admission’s by the National Board for Certification website for admission criteria and application in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After information): successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Sacred Heart University students applying Registered (OTR). Most states, including for the Occupational Therapy Program must Connecticut, require licensure to practice; meet the following criteria: however, state licenses are usually based • Successful completion of the on the results of the NBCOT Certification baccalaureate degree in an Examination. undergraduate major Note: A criminal or felony background or • Successful completion of all prerequisite conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to course requirements with no individual sit for the NBCOT certification examination perquisite course grade below a C, with a and/or attain state licensure. The graduate 3.2 prerequisite GPA, and, occupational therapy program requires the successful completion of all required • Maintenance of a 3.0 cumulative GPA, coursework and level I and level II clinical and, fieldwork. The majority of clinical sites • A 3.0 prerequisite science GPA (Biology require students to complete a criminal with lab, Human Anatomy and Physiology background check (CBC), fingerprinting, and I and II with labs), and, or drug screening prior to participating in clinical education placements. Students with • Completion of the online graduate criminal convictions or backgrounds may not application by June 30th following be able to obtain required clinical education

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experience(s), thus failing to meet the time of application: Psychology, Statistics, academic requirements of the Occupational two of the three prerequisite science courses Therapy Program. It is therefore the (Biology with a laboratory, Human Anatomy Occupational Therapy Program’s policy that and Physiology I with laboratory, Human prior to enrolling in the professional graduate Anatomy and Physiology II with laboratory), phase of the Program, all admitted students and one additional prerequisite course. must consent, submit to, and satisfactorily See the Sacred Heart University Graduate complete a criminal background check Catalog or contact the Office of Graduate (CBC) within six (6) weeks of registration Admissions for admission criteria, application for courses as a condition of matriculation. procedures, and program information. Matriculation will not be final until the completion of the criminal background check with results deemed acceptable to the Program Director or Academic Fieldwork Faculty Coordinator. All expenses associated with the CBC, and/or fingerprinting, and/or JODY BORTONE, ED.D., OT/L drug screening are the responsibility of the Chair and Director of Graduate Occupational applicant/student. Students, who do not Therapy Program and Clinical Associate consent to the required background check, Professor refuse to provide information necessary to conduct the background check, or provide LENORE FROST, PH.D., CHT, FAOTA, OTR/L false or misleading information in regard Clinical Assistant Professor to the background check will be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, LOLA HALPERIN MA, OTR/L refusal of matriculation or dismissal from the Clinical Assistant Professor program. Please refer to the Occupational Therapy Program’s website for the CBC MARY-ELLEN JOHNSON, O.T.D., OTR/L policy and procedures. Clinical Assistant Professor

Students are admitted to the program on SHARON MCCLOSKEY MBA, OTR/L, DIPCOT a competitive basis. Admission is based Clinical Assistant Professor on successful completion of admission requirements, including completion of a HEATHER MILLER-KUHANECK, PH.D., baccalaureate degree in a field other than F.A.O.T.A., OTR/L occupational therapy, and completion of Clinical Assistant Professor all prerequisite courses by the end of the summer semester prior to enrollment. SHEELAGH SCHLEGEL, MPH, OT/L Academic Fieldwork Coordinator If students require the summer prior to enrollment to complete prerequisites or the baccalaureate degree, any acceptance for admission into the program will be Prerequisite Course Requirements provisional to successful completion of Applicants are required to maintain a 3.2 the baccalaureate degree, all prerequisite prerequisite course GPA, a 3.0 science coursework, maintenance of GPA prerequisite course GPA, and a 3.0 requirements, and group interview and PBL cumulative GPA. Only grades of C or better experience with the Occupational Therapy meet prerequisite course requirements. Admissions Committee. All applicants must Students must take the following prerequisite have successfully completed all of the courses while fulfilling requirements for their following prerequisite courses, with grades major field of study in earning a traditional entered with the University Registrar, by the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

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degree: • Biology I with lab (4 credits) • Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II with laboratories (8 credits)* • Life Span Development or Developmental Psychology (course content must include the entire lifespan from birth to old age) (3–9 credits) • Psychology (3 credits) • Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) • Sociology, or Anthropology, or Multicultural/Diversity Studies, or Social Psychology (3 credits) • Statistics, or Psychological Statistics, Social Statistics, or Biostatistics (3 credits*) (Must include descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, correlation and hypothesis testing)

* Must have been taken within the past 10 years.

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES

The following courses will help you once in the Occupational Therapy Program • Neuroscience, or Brain and Behavior • Physics • Exercise Science • Kinesiology

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PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY JASON GRIMES PT, MPT, OCS, ATC Clinical Assistant Professor Pre-Physical Therapy preparation is a three- or four-year course of study leading SETH HAGYMASI, PT, DPT, OCS to graduate study in Physical Therapy Clinical Instructor at Sacred Heart University. Pre-Physical Therapy preparation can be done using any undergraduate major, but can only be JANINE HATCH PT, DPT, MS, GCS Clinical Instructor accomplished in three years if a major in Biology, Exercise Science, or Psychology is selected. Students should declare their MICHELLE M. LUSARDI, PT, DPT, PHD undergraduate major no later than the Professor Emeritus end of the Freshman year. Regardless of undergraduate major, students must WENDY ROMNEY PT, DPT, NCS successfully complete the physical therapy Clinical Assistant Professor prerequisite coursework described below. Only grades of C or better will be considered KRISTIN SCHWEIZER PT, MS as prerequisites. Clinical Assistant Professor

The professional phase of the graduate ALICIA L. SPIRO PT, MS, NCS, NDT, SLVT Physical Therapy is an additional three years. Clinical Instructor Application to the professional phase occurs at the end of the Pre-Physical Therapy JONATHAN SYLVAIN PT, MPT, OCS, preparation and the undergraduate major. FAAOMPT For details, see the graduate admissions Clinical Instructor process. Admission to the professional phase is on a competitive basis. VICTOR VAUGHAN PT, DPT, MS, OCS, ATC Clinical Instructor

Faculty SHEILA THOMAS WATTS PT, DPT, MBA, MS, GCS YVETTE BLANCHARD PT, SCD, PCS Clinical Instructor Professor MICHELLE WORMLEY PT, MPT, PHD, CLT DONNA M. BOWERS PT, MPH, PCS Clinical Assistant Professor Clinical Associate Professor EMMANUEL YUNG PT, DPT, MA, OCS, DAVID A. CAMERON PT, PHD, OCS, ATC FAAOMPT Clinical Associate Professor Clinical Assistant Professor

KEVIN K. CHUI PT, DPT, PHD, GCS, OCS, FAAOMPT Requirements Associate Professor and Chair The Pre-Physical Therapy preparation provides the necessary prerequisites MICHAEL J. EMERY PT, EDD, FAPTA for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Professor Emeritus program. Students also complete required undergraduate coursework for their selected BEVERLY D. FEIN PT, EDD major, and required and elective core courses Associate Professor required by the University for a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree.

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REQUIRED PHYSICAL THERAPY PREREQUISITE COURSES BI 111/BI 112 Concepts in Biology I & II BI 113/BI 114 Concepts in Biology Laboratory I & II BI 131/BI 132 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II BI 133/BI 134 Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory I & II CH 151/CH 152 General Chemistry I & II CH 153/CH 154 General Chemistry Laboratory I & II MA 131 Statistics for Decision Making MA 140 Precalculus PY 111/PY 112 General Physics I & II PY 113/PY 114 General Physics Laboratory I & II Psychology General Psychology and one additional elective

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PRE-SPEECH-LANGUAGE communication disorders. The SHU graduate SLP program has been licensed by the PATHOLOGY State of Connecticut Department of Higher Education and has been awarded Candidacy, Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) is the first stage of Accreditation awarded not an undergraduate major at SHU. by the Council on Academic Accreditation Rather, the program is a Pre-Professional in Audiology and Speech-Language Minor concentration that must be taken Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech, in conjunction with another major, such Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). as Health Science or Psychology, at SHU. This status is awarded to new programs Students who wish to practice as Speech- that demonstrate compliance with the Language Pathologists will need to complete Standards for Accreditation as outlined in these undergraduate prerequisites, and then CAA’s Standards Compliance Continuum, apply to and complete a Master’s degree for an initial period of five years. It allows program in SLP at SHU, or elsewhere. the program to matriculate and graduate Graduate study in SLP requires two students who, upon successful completion calendar years, including 1-2 summers of of the program, will be eligible for national graduate level coursework and 400 hours of certification and state licensure as Speech- supervised clinical practicum. Language Pathologists. Students who minor in Speech-Language Pathology may complete their undergraduate degree at SHU in a major discipline of their Program Accreditation choice; the Health Science major leading to The Speech-Language Pathology Pre- the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Professional Program at SHU is designed is preferred, as it offers students a solid to meet all requirements of the Council of foundation in information specific to health Academic Accreditation in Audiology and care practice. Other suggested majors Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) and could include English, Foreign Language to prepare students for graduate study in & Culture, or Psychology. Majors must be communication disorders. The SHU Master’s declared by the end of the freshman year program in Speech-Language Pathology and may require summer or intersession is currently seeking candidacy status from courses to complete the major requirements the Council on Academic Accreditation in as well as all the prerequisite SLP courses. Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. The minor must be declared by the first Information on accreditation is available at semester of sophomore year. Regardless www.asha.org/academic/accreditation of the undergraduate major, students must successfully complete all required prerequisties by the end of the summer prior to enrollment in a graduate program. A 3.0 Faculty cumulative and 3.2 prerequisite GPA with no individual prerequisite course grade below RHEA PAUL, PH.D., CCC-SLP a C are required for admission to SHU’s Prof., Chair and Founding Director graduate program in SLP. ALISON SPRENGELMEYER, M.S., CCC-SLP The Speech-Language Pathology Pre- Clinical Assistant Prof. Professional Program at SHU is designed Director of Clinical Education to meet all requirements of the Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and ROBIN DANZAK, PH.D. Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) and Assistant Prof. to prepare students for graduate study in

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JILL DOUGLASS, PH.D., CCC-SLP SLP 112 Speaking on Film (elective) Assistant Prof. CR SLP 200 Introduction to Communication Disorders* ELLEN MASSUCCI, M.S. CCC-SLP SLP 210 Phonetics* Clinical Instructor Coordinator of Educational Placements SLP 300 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Swallowing* SLP 310 introduction to Audiology and Requirements Hearing Science SLP 320 Speech Science* Pre-Professional Speech-Language Pathology preparation includes the SLP 330 Development of Language* necessary prerequisite courses for graduate SLP 340 Neurological Bases of work in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication and Audiology. Undergraduates must also Swallowing complete coursework for their selected SLP 350 introduction to Clinical major, Sacred Heart University required Methods and Observation* foundational, elective, and common core courses for a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor ED 152/552 Education in the US** of Arts degree. Twenty-five hours of ED 205/569 Education of Children with bservation of Speech-Language Pathology Special Needs** practice is required and is included in pre- professional course work. * Required for Minor; the other non-elective courses listed are needed for admission PREREQUISITE COURSE REQUIREMENTS to graduate programs in Communication Disorders (SLP or Audiology). Students must take the following prerequisite courses in addition to fulfilling requirements ** Requires Criminal Background Check (See for their major field of study and earning Department for information) a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree (only grades of C or better meet prerequisite requirements): Course Descriptions Basic Science Requirements SLP 112/HS 112 Speaking on Film: The Biological Sciences 3 CR Treatment of Communication Disorders in (for example, BI 111 or BI 030) the Popular Cinema This elective course will present an overview Physical Sciences 3 CR of communication disorders such as (for example, PY 100 or CH 030) deafness, autism, aphasia, and stuttering. Students will watch films with people who Statistics 3 CR have these disorders as protagonists, and (for example MA 131) discuss the portrayal of the disorder, as well as the symptoms portrayed in each film. Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 CR Students will research one of the disorders (for example, PS 110, PS 252) portrayed to compare and contrast its portrait in the film with the findings of their Minor Courses research. A service learning project will be (Must be taken in conjunction with other SHU included within the course. Major; e.g., Health Sciences, English, Foreign Language & Culture, Psychology)

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SLP 200 Introduction to Communication SLP 310 Introduction to Audiology and Disorders Hearing Science The course provides a general introduction This course presents an introduction to to normal and disordered speech, language, the practice of audiology, to the anatomy, and hearing in children and adults. The physiology and common pathologies course considers normal development of of the auditory system, the impact of communication behavior, the nature of hearing loss, types and characteristics communication disorders, and reviews of hearing loss, conventional procedures the various conditions associated with used to assess hearing, interpretation of communication disorders. Ethical standards audiological test findings, and criteria for for the practice of speech-language initiating audiological referrals. Issues of pathology, contemporary professional issues, ethics, professional practice, licensing, and and information regarding certification, credentials for audiology practice will be specialty recognition, licensure and reviewed. 3 credits; includes both lecture and professional credentials in speech-language laboratory experience. pathology will be presented. 3 credits; Prerequisite: 3 credits of Biology Lecture format. SLP 320 Speech Science SLP 210 Phonetics This course presents an introduction to Students will be introduced to the the physics and psychology of human acoustic and articulatory properties of the speech production and perception. It covers sound systems of human languages. The basic acoustics, the glottal sound source, International Phonetic Alphabet will be resonance and acoustics of the vocal tract, presented, and students will learn to record acoustic features of vowels, consonants, speech in broad phonemic transcription. and suprasegmentals of speech, as well as Variations among general American dialects, the physics and biomechanics of phonation, as well as notation and practice of narrow articulation, and resonance. The instruments, phonetic transcription will be introduced. applications, and programs used to assess The implications of cultural and linguistic speech production will be reviewed, with differences on speech production will be laboratory practice. Principles and models discussed. 3 credits; includes both lecture of speech perception will also be discussed. and laboratory experience. 3 credits; 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of laboratory experience. SLP 300 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech Prerequisite: SLP 300 Anatomy and and Swallowing Physiology of Speech and Swallowing SLP 300 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Swallowing SLP 330 The Development of Language Students will become familiar with the This course will introduce students to the anatomical and physiological bases of social, biological, perceptual, and cognitive human communication and swallowing, bases of language. A range of theories including the support structures of the of language acquisition will be presented respiratory, articulatory phonatory, and and the impact of nature and nurture on swallowing systems, and the identification children’s development will be discussed. and function of muscles in these systems. 3 The typical sequence of language acquisition credits; includes both lecture and laboratory in the areas of phonology, semantics, experience. syntax and pragmatics will be presented. Prerequisite: 3 credits of Biology The relations between oral language development and the acquisition of literacy will be emphasized. Dialectical variations in

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language development and second language learning will be highlighted. 3 credits; Lecture/Discussion format. Prerequisites: PS 252 Child Development Psychology or HS 310 Lifespan Development or EX 320 Pediatric Exercise Science

SLP 340 Neurological Bases of Communication and Swallowing This course describes the development and anatomy and physiology of the neurological system that underlies communication and swallowing and is a prerequisite for further study in medical speech, language and swallowing disorders. 3 credits; includes both lecture and laboratory experience. Prerequisite: SLP 300: Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Swallowing; SLP 310 Introduction to Audiology and Hearing Science

SLP 350 Clinical Methods and Observation This course will orient students to clinical practicum, including the scope of assessment and intervention across the life span. It will include an overview of goal writing, lesson planning, writing SOAP notes and other clinical documentation, electronic medical record-keeping, report writing, progress monitoring, and ethical conduct. Legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement issues that affect the practice of communication disorders in educational and medical settings will be presented. As part of this course, students will complete a series of intensive observations in various educational and medical settings. 3 credits; Lecture/ Discussion/Observation format. Prerequisite: SLP 200: Introduction to Communication Disorders

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and beliefs. We value academic excellence in John F. Welch College of all of our programs. Business

JOHN CHALYKOFF, PH.D. What we do. Dean To fulfill our mission, we teach and advise students. We foster academic rigor. We emphasize ethical dimensions in our Mission Statement curricula, promote active participation by The John F. Welch College of Business students in the learning process, include mission is to foster a continuous and experiential learning, and incorporate inquisitive learning community rooted appropriate technology and teaching in the Catholic intellectual tradition, to techniques in our classes. As faculty, we provide students with business knowledge engage in research to understand and and appropriate skills, and to develop contribute to the development of our undergraduate and graduate students discipline, its practice, and ways in which prepared to achieve their personal and it is taught. We partner with the business professional goals in the business community community to improve practice and align our and global society. curricula to evolving business needs, and also work collaboratively to ensure that students develop an awareness of and appreciation for the resources and expertise available Who we are. to them from the faculty and Sacred Heart Our learning community includes faculty University community. We give service to our members who are teachers, scholars, and college, University, profession, and the wider experienced professionals supported by community, and emphasize to our students administrative staff members, undergraduate the importance and intrinsic rewards of and graduate business students, alumni, and being good citizens and the responsibilities members of companies and organizations of being educated persons. who provide employment, internships, and advice. The Welch Experience The John F. Welch College of Business has What we value. created a benchmark program for business Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, students that is designed to accomplish we value scholarship as contributing to two very important goals: 1) To provide learning, understanding, and the search for ongoing exposure to professional resources truth. We stress the primacy of teaching that will help students explore career as the focus of our work and value active, options and decide the best way to apply a engaging, and personalized learning business degree. 2) To engage students in a experiences in and outside of the classroom. comprehensive series of programs that will We believe personal attention fosters the build resumes and develop the skills that growth and development of our students, employers are looking for. and strive to develop individuals who will act ethically and responsibly. We find strength in the rich diversity of the human family and invite participation in our community by persons of varied races, faith traditions, ethnic backgrounds, and diverse opinions

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DISCIPLINE CONCENTRATIONS BACHELOR’S DEGREE B.S. DEGREE MAJOR MINOR Accounting Yes Yes Management Yes Yes Small Business Management and Yes Entrepreneurship Human Resource Management Yes International Business Yes Management Yes Global Business Management Marketing Yes Business Economics Yes Yes Finance Yes Marketing Yes Digital Advertising Yes Digital Marketing Yes Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Yes Yes Sports Marketing Yes Sport Management Yes Yes

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WELCH EXPERIENCE • trips to businesses in the northeast INCLUDE: corridor from New York to Boston • waived tuition for one short-term study • Student-run businesses on campus abroad course, making valuedintercultural experiences more accessible; • free golf lessons, focusing on not only College of Business the game of golf but on its links to the Core Curriculum business world, from networking to All candidates for a baccalaureate degree marketing and sponsorships; in the Welch College of Business must • interactive presentations from successful complete the Business foundations course business professionals exposing students of three (3) credits and core curriculum to new career opportunities; consisting of twenty-four (24) credits. The Business core consists of the following • research, mentoring and leadership courses: positions; AC 221 Financial Accounting and • Professional Electronic Portfolio; Reporting • networking and business etiquette AC 222 Managerial Accounting and receptions and banquets; Control MGT 201 Organizational Management

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MGT 231 Business Law I MGT 257 Business Ethics MGT 401 Business Policy FN 215 Financial Management MK 201 Principles of Marketing

In addition, all Welch College of Business majors are required to complete EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics, EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics and MA 133 Elementary Statistics with Business Applications as required supporting courses. A minimum grade of C is required for core curriculum courses and for all courses required for each major within the Welch College of Business. Core courses may also be part of each major’s course requirements.

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ACCOUNTING BARBARA TARASOVICH, M.B.A., C.P.A., PH.D. Assistant Professor The effective use of financial information is vital for decision makers in business, industry, banking, government, education, law and many related fields. individuals Major in Accounting with a strong background in accounting and All Accounting students must complete the finance are in great demand for positions following courses to earn their degree. such as financial analysts, estate planners, investment counselors, market researchers, SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE auditors, comptrollers and accounting CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) managers.

The Accounting program is designed to COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS meet both the short- and long-term needs COURSE (3 CREDITS) of students who enter the accounting BU 121 introduction to Business profession. The program meets the needs of students who plan to start a career after COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE graduation or who plan to continue their CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 9 REQUIRED education on the graduate level. SUPPORTING CREDITS) AC 221 Financial Accounting and Reporting Faculty AC 222 Managerial Accounting and Control BENOÎT N. BOYER, PH.D. MGT 101 Organizational Management Professor MGT 231 Business Law I MGT 257 Business Ethics KAREN T. CASCINI, PH.D., C.P.A. Professor, Chair MGT 401 Business Policy

KITTIPONG LAOSETHAKUL, PH.D. FN 215 Financial Management Associate Professor MK 201 Principles of Marketing MAHFUJA MALIK, PH.D. Assistant Professor OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (33 CREDITS)

The following required eight courses: CHERI MAZZA, PH.D. Associate Professor AC 331 intermediate Accounting I AC 332 intermediate Accounting II DANNY A. PANNESE, M.S.T., C.P.A. AC 401 Advanced Accounting I Associate Professor AC 313 Cost Management STEPHEN SCARPATI, M.B.A., C.P.A. AC 421 Auditing I Clinical Associate Professor AC 431 Federal Taxes I MGT 232 Business Law II E. DANIEL SHIM, PH.D. IS 272 Dynamics of Information Professor Technology

DEZROY STEWART, M.B.A., C.P.A. AC 490 Accounting Internship Visiting Assistant Professor

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REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES AC 331 intermediate Accounting I (TAKEN AS PART OF UNIVERSITY CORE) 3 CR EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics Further discusses accounting concepts, EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics principles and practices, placing more MA 133 Elementary Statistics with emphasis on the theoretical aspects involved. Business Applications While intended for the Accounting major, this is also a most useful course for other majors Electives necessary to complete degree in the college of Business. requirements. Prerequisite: AC 221

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR AICPA AC 332 Intermediate Accounting II EXAMINATION 3 CR Baccalaureate degree required. 46 semester Covers specialized topics in accounting hours from an accredited college in the study including, but not limited to, pension of accounting and related subjects, including, accounting, debt and equity financing but not limited to business law, economics, issues, stockholders’ equity, earnings per and finance; of which at least 24 semester share, international accounting and in hours shall be in the study of accounting. 150 depth analysis of the statement of cash credit hours* required for certification, not to flows. Emphasis is on the most recent take exam. pronouncements of the FASB and the IASB. * Including 36 hours of accounting AC 401 Advanced Accounting I 3 CR Accounting Course Descriptions Advanced Accounting i covers financial accounting and reporting topics such AC 221 Financial Accounting and Reporting as investments, business combinations, 3 CR consolidated financial statements, foreign Emphasis on the information that the currency transactions, translation of language of business provides for decision foreign currency financial statements and makers. This is accomplished by using a partnerships. The topics are analyzed from transactions-analysis approach. Individual the perspective of ongoing developments and team-based problems and cases are in the business environment, domestic used to stress accounting fundamentals and international standard setting, and as well as the global and ethical issues of associated ethical implications. accounting decisions. AC 402 Advanced Accounting II AC 222 Managerial Accounting and Control 3 CR 3 CR Advanced Accounting ii covers financial Covers the role of managerial accounting accounting and reporting topics such as in corporate management. emphasis is on accounting changes, leases, deferred taxes, the introduction of product and service estates and trusts, worldwide accounting costing, profit planning, cost analysis and diversity and international standards. it the cost allocation process. Current financial also includes coverage of the securities accounting and control matters are reviewed and exchange commission and its financial and evaluated. individual and team-based reporting requirements, accounting for not- problems and cases are used to explore for-profit organizations and state and local global ethical issues. governments. The topics are analyzed from the perspective of ongoing developments

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in the business environment, domestic publicly held corporation. and international standard setting, and Prerequisite: FN 215 associated ethical implications. AC 421 Auditing I AC 313 Cost Management 3 CR 3 CR Studies audit practices used by independent Explores critical issues facing accounting and public accountants in examining accounting financial managers in the current business records and statements. Emphasis is on environment. Topics include: introduction “generally accepted auditing standards” to state-of-the-art managerial accounting of evaluation of internal control as well as practices, in-depth understanding of cost ethical issues. management, product and service costing methods, performance evaluation and Prerequisite: AC 332 managerial compensation systems. global and ethical issues are examined. Written AC 431 Federal taxes I assignments, case studies and team 3 CR discussions comprise much of classroom Introduces individual income taxation. interaction. Topics include: formulation of tax statutes, Prerequisite: AC 222 research methodology, tax planning, analysis of taxable income as well as ethical AC 314 Advanced Management Accounting considerations. 3 CR Prerequisite: AC 332 Introduces modern theory of management accounting and control and strategic cost AC 490 Accounting Internship management. Financial and managerial 3–9 CR controls issues faced by multinational Students are directly involved in various corporations are examined. Topics include: dimensions of accounting. Emphasis is on cost analysis, activity-based accounting and the practical application of accounting management, strategic cost control, agency principles and skills to a specific industry theory, decentralization issues and incentive or organization. An on-site accounting and compensation systems. Case studies professional supervises students and development, team discussions and empirical study comprise much of classroom Prerequisite: Permission of the department interaction. chairperson Prerequisite: AC 221 AC 397 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) AC/FN 441 Financial Analysis 3 CR 3 CR The VITA program provides low- to Develops students’ ability to analyze moderate-income taxpayers assistance financial statements to determine both in the preparation of their tax returns. asset value and earning capacity of the Students receive internal revenue service public corporation’s securities. Requires an (IRS) training to help prepare basic tax understanding of the positive and negative returns in the local community. Once effects of operating and financial leverage, training is completed, students must pass as well as ratio analysis as it concerns the the irs’s written examination to become capitalization, stock and bond markets. Proof VITA certified and complete the required of students’ ability lies in the preparation staffing hours during tax filing season. of an analysis of annual report of a major,

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Emphasis is on the application of current tax law, communication skills, and community service. Prerequisite: AC 221

AC 499 Independent Study 1–3 CR Students work on a special topic under the direction of an instructor. Permission of the instructor and department chairperson is granted to qualified accounting majors on the basis of a written proposal from the student.

Information Systems Course Descriptions

IS 272 Dynamics of Information Technology 3 CR Presents information systems concepts from a managerial perspective to understand how information systems work and how they are used for business purposes. This course is designed to help students understand and use fundamental information systems principles so that they will efficiently and effectively function as future business employees and managers. Topics include: hardware and software of computers, telecommunication and networks (including the internet), database management, e-commerce, systems development and systems security.

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BUSINESS ECONOMICS Business Economics Major The Business Economics major gives All Business Economics students must students a solid understanding of today’s complete the following courses to earn their global business environment and market degree. structure. It combines in-depth study of economic theory with business applications SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE within an ethical framework. The program CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) enables students to understand market forces and their interplay with government COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATION policies and business decisions. It COURSE (3 CREDITS) emphasizes the application of economic BU 121 introduction to Business concepts and the use of critical thinking to resolving economic and managerial COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE problems. Students acquire the analytical CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 9 REQUIRED and problem-solving skills needed to SUPPORTING CREDITS) investigate and critically evaluate economic trends and business conditions. They learn to AC 221 Financial Accounting and interpret current issues confronting society Reporting (e.g., deficits, inflation, unemployment, AC 222 Managerial Accounting and poverty) as well as individuals (e.g., wages, Control cost of living, taxes). The major in Business FN 215 Financial Management Economics requires completion of 48 major credits. The curriculum is designed to MGT 101 Organizational Management enable students to succeed in business and MGT 231 Business Law I government careers, graduate schools, and MGT 257 Business Ethics law schools as well as to become better- MK 201 Principles of Marketing informed and productive citizens. MGT 401 Business Policy

OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (21 CREDITS) Faculty EC 302 Global Financial Markets and Institutions RALPH LIM, M.B.A., C.F.A. Associate Professor EC 313 Managerial Economics EC 316 international Economics KHAWAJA A. MAMUN, PH.D or Associate Professor, Chair FN 316 international Finance FN/EC 390 internship in Economics LUCJAN T. ORLOWSKI, PH.D. Professor EC 491 Quantitative Methods in Economics STEPHEN RUBB, PH.D. Two Economics Electives Associate Professor REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES JENNIFER TRUDEAU, PH.D. EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics Assistant Professor EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics MA 133 Elementary Statistics with Business Applications Electives necessary to complete degree

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requirements. also explored. Prerequisite: MA 106 or MA 109 or MA 110 (MA 110 is encouraged for those considering Minor in Business Economics graduate school) The minor in Business Economics requires the completion of 18 credits. EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 CR REQUIRED COURSES Covers the determinants of economic EC 202 Principles-Microeconomics growth and economic fluctuations within the business cycle. Topics include: inflation, EC 203 Principles-Macroeconomics unemployment, interest rates, savings EC 302 Global Financial Markets and and Investment, money and banking, and Institutions international finance. Fiscal policy and EC 313 Managerial Economics monetary policy are discussed using an aggregate supply/aggregate demand Economics Elective (EC 299 and up) framework. Topics of supply and demand Economics Elective (EC 299 and up) and exchange rates introduced in EC 202 are A&S majors may take EC 101 in lieu of either reviewed. EC 202 or EC 203. A&S majors may take Prerequisites: MA 109 or MA 110 and EC 202 either SO 254, PO 320, or MA 151 in lieu of (MA 110 is encouraged for those considering one economics elective. graduate school)

EC 211 Economics of Social Issues Course Descriptions 3 CR Applies basic economic principles to analyze EC 101 Introduction to Economics (Non- social issues. Topics include prices and the Business majors only) allocation of resources, the role of incentives, 3 CR free trade, economic growth, market failure, Introductory course for the non-Business the distribution of wealth and income, health major. Provides a foundation in the care, crime and education. workings of the economy. Describes and analyzes major concepts and issues of EC 299 Special Topics in Economics macroeconomics and microeconomics. 3 CR Examines key institutions including the Designates new or occasional courses Federal Reserve System, corporations and that may or may not become part of the labor unions. department’s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics member’s particular interest, an experimental 3 CR alternative to existing courses, etc. An introduction to basic microeconomics Prerequisites established by the department principles and tools. Topics include: demand, as appropriate for the specific course. Course supply, market equilibrium, costs of title is shown on the student’s transcript. production, and resource pricing. Examines Consult the current course schedule for the market structures of pure competition, available topics and current prerequisites. oligopoly, monopolistic competition, and monopoly. Markets for labor and capital are examined. Comparative advantage, International trade, and exchange rates are

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EC 301 Intermediate Macroeconomic EC 313 Managerial Economics Analysis 3 CR 3 CR Analyzes the structure of industry, business A course in aggregate economic analysis. firms and the application of analytical tools Examines theories of the determination of of economics to decision making. Topics national income and employment. Policies include: the determination of relevant costs associated with these theories are critically for decisions within the business firm, pricing examined. and capital budgeting problems, risk and Prerequisite: EC 203 uncertainty, and cases involving actual managerial situations that require the use of economic analysis. EC 302 Global Financial Markets and Institutions Prerequisite: EC 202 or MA133 3 CR EC 315 Game Theory This course overviews the global financial markets and institutions. It examines the 3 CR regulatory framework and asset/liability Game theory is a collection of tools used to management at commercial banks and study and model strategic decision making. other financial institutions. It analyzes the These methods can be used to study optimal significance of money, credit, and interest decision making in contexts ranging from rates, as well as the impact of monetary those normally viewed as “games” such as policy on the economy. Students learn about poker to situations that economists are more assessment and management of various concerned with that can include how to types of risks faced by global financial place a bid in an auction, how to set prices institutions. to draw business from a competitor etc. This Prerequisite: EC 203 class will begin by developing the formal tools of game theory and then alternate between showing interesting applications EC 303 Seminar on U.S. Economy and of that theory and developing additional Monetary Policy theoretical tools. The types of applications 1 CR that will be discussed will include a study of This is a one credit course to learn about optimal auctions, pricing games, and models U.S. Macroeconomics aspects and monetary of election games. The goal for this class is policy implementation by the Federal that by the end of it, students should be able Reserve Bank. Selected students will to engage in complex strategic analysis of participate in the Fed Challenge competition real world situations. held in November by the Eastern Economic Prerequisite: EC 202 Association with partnership of New York Federal Reserve Bank. Students learn to work EC 321 Labor Economics in a team environment, conduct research in macroeconomics, write short papers on 3 CR economic topics, and conduct data analysis Applies the fundamentals of microeconomic to make graphs and tables. In addition, and macroeconomic analysis to important they also learn how to make PowerPoint decisions that people make in labor markets. presentation and give presentation in front Topics include the understanding of the of audience. The course is open to Business wage and employment determination in the Economics and/or Finance majors only. labor market, the wage differential, investing Prerequisite: EC 203 in human capital (i.e. education and training), labor mobility (including immigration), discrimination, unions and unemployment.

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The course will cover both theoretical and FN/EC 390 Internship empirical aspects of these issues. 3-9 CR Prerequisite: EC 203 Students are directly involved in various practical applications of economics and EC 316 International Economics finance knowledge to a specific industry or 3 CR organization. The emphasis is on acquiring hands-on skills. An on-site professional This course examines basic theories of supervises students. international trade, modern trade policies and international finance. It overviews the changing global business patterns, EC 491 Quantitative Methods in Economics with a special focus on new economic and Finance and regulatory policy challenges in the 3 CR aftermath of the first global recession of Aimed at developing advanced quantitative the 21st century. Students who master the skills needed for modern economic and course material will gain knowledge and financial analyses. . The course covers the skills for succeeding both in the public sector fundamental of regression analysis as well institutions and in international business as regression with panel data and binary organizations. dependent variable. Time-series multivariate Prerequisite: EC 203 regression is also examined including cointegration tests, ARMA procedures and EC 342 European Economic Development causality tests. Computer applications of econometric programs are required. This course provides students with a comprehensive examination of the European Prerequisite: MA 133 or equivalent economic development and integration process. Historical, political, legal, and EC 492 Economic and Financial Forecasting institutional aspects of the economic 3 CR development and integration are analyzed. In addition, the course material overviews the Survey and applications of core time-series main macroeconomic and regulatory policies techniques of economic and financial of the European Union. analysis. Incorporates standard and advanced models of trend, seasonality Prerequisite: EC 203 and cycles as well as recursive techniques, volatility measures, simulation methods, EC 373 Public Finance and stochastic trends. Extensive use of the 3 CR EViews software program for both modeling and forecasting purposes. Examines the role of the public sector in the economy. Provides an understanding of the Prerequisite: EC/FN 491 reasons for government intervention in the economy, the extent of that intervention, EC 399 Current Issues in Economics and the response of private agents to the 3 CR government’s actions. Analyzes both the taxation and the expenditure sides of the Examines major contemporary economic government budget. Discusses the impact issues. Demonstrates how economists deal of taxes on income distribution and explores with the difficult problems of the day. Open the expenditure programs, their nature, to both prospective majors and non-majors. importance, purposes and economic effects. Prerequisite: EC 203 Prerequisite: EC 203

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FINANCE Major The Finance major provides students All Finance students must complete the with the knowledge and skills required to following courses to earn their degree. apply the tools and techniques of financial management in all types of organizations. SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE The discipline focuses on financial CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) management as it relates to the raising and investing of capital consistent with the COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS stated goals of an organization. The Finance COURSE (3 CREDITS) major also covers topics related to personal BU 121 introduction to Business investing from the perspectives of both the individual investor and the people entrusted COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE to manage investment funds. Internships CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 9 REQUIRED are widely available and required of all SUPPORTING CREDITS) majors. Additional opportunities are available through the Problem based Learning Lab. AC 221 Financial Accounting and Reporting AC 222 Managerial Accounting and Control Faculty FN 215 Financial Management ABU AMIN, PH.D. MGT 101 Organizational Management Assistant Professor MGT 231 Business Law I MGT 257 Business Ethics KWAMIE DUNBAR, PH.D. Assistant Professor MK 201 Principles of Marketing MGT 401 Business Policy JOHN T. GERLACH, M.B.A. Senior Executive in Residence OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (21 CREDITS) Associate Professor FN 351 Corporate Finance EC 302 Global Financial Markets and JING JIANG, PH.D. Institutions Assistant Professor FN 315 investments RALPH LIM, M.B.A., C.F.A. FN 316 international Finance Associate Professor FN /EC 390 internship in Finance Two Finance electives BRIDGET LYONS, D.P.S. Professor In some circumstances an additional elective may be substituted for the internship if the KHAWAJA A. MAMUN, PH.D student can demonstrate other experience in Associate Professor, Chair the field.

LUCJAN T. ORLOWSKI, PH.D. REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES Professor EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics RUPENDRA PALIWAL, PH.D. EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics Associate Professor MA 133 Elementary Statistics with Business Applications

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Electives necessary to complete degree course addresses a timely topic, consistent requirements. with a faculty member’s particular interest. The most recent focus of this course material is on financial risk management. Course Descriptions AC/FN 441 Financial Analysis FN 215 Financial Management 3 CR 3 CR Develops students’ ability to analyze financial statements to determine both Provides an overview of the principles and asset value and earning capacity of the techniques used in financial management public corporation’s securities. Requires an and an introduction to financial markets. understanding of the positive and negative Topics include time value of money, effects of operating and financial leverage, measures of risk, models for pricing bonds as well as ratio analysis as it concerns the and stocks, financial analysis, capital capitalization, stock and bond markets. Proof structure, cost of capital, capital budgeting of students’ ability lies in the preparation and working capital management. Students of an analysis of annual report of a major, are introduced to financial problem solving publicly held corporation. using Microsoft Excel. Prerequisite: FN 215 Prerequisite: AC 221

FN 315 Investments FN/SM 243 Sport Finance 3 CR 3 CR Introduces students to the various types of Examines the application of financial investment products and markets both in the methodology for sport enterprises. Emphasis United States and globally. Topics include is on understanding the important sources valuation techniques and risk measurements of revenue (e.g., ticket sales, sponsorships) for common stocks, mutual funds and bonds; and media as well as the principal expenses use of options; socially responsible investing; of managing a professional team (e.g., and expected returns for each type of salaries). The course also provides insight to investment. the financing of stadiums and arenas and the valuation of teams. Prerequisite: FN 215 Prerequisites: AC 221 and FN 215 FN 316 International Finance FN 351 Corporate Finance 3 CR 3 CR Explores the principles of financial management from an international Emphasizes corporate financial management. perspective. The course provides a Covers financial analysis, working capital broad introduction to the operations management, cost of capital, capital of international financial markets budgeting, valuation, and capital structure. and instruments. Students develop Includes extensive use of financial models. an understanding of the workings of Prerequisite: FN 215 international financial markets, the risks of doing business in the international arena, FN 299 Special Topics in Finance and management of exchange risk exposure. Designates new or occasional course Among the topics covered are foreign material that mayor may not become part of exchange markets, foreign exchange risk, the department’s permanent offerings. This management of exchange risk exposure, impact of different exchange rates, taxation

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systems and inflation rates on financial FN 450 Investment Management Capstone decisions, project evaluation and interaction among various national financial markets. 3 CR Prerequisites: EC 202 and FN 215 This course is required for students selected in the Finance department’s Investment Management Program. The course parallels FN 318 Current Problems in Finance the curriculum found in the Chartered 3 CR Financial Analysts, CFA Level I examination. Seminar on special current topics in finance. Topics include ethics and professional Open to seniors majoring in Finance and to standards, economics, financial statement Seniors majoring in Business Economics, analysis, equity and fixed income analysis, Business and Accounting with permission of quantitative techniques, derivatives, and the Finance department. portfolio management. Completion of the course assists the students in preparing for Prerequisite: FN 215 or departmental the CFA Level I examination. permission Prerequisite: FN 315 (Investments and Instructor Permission) FN 442 Derivatives and Risk Management 3 CR FN 351 Experiential Learning: Rotaract Designed to help undergraduate students 1 CR understand the basic derivative markets such as forward, futures, options and swap The Sacred Heart Rotaract which is markets. Key concepts needed to price these sponsored by the Welch College of Business basic claims, such as the law of one price, aims to prepare young adults to become the the cash and carry arbitrage and the put next generation of business and community call parity, are introduced and explained. leaders. The club is guided by its core value Explores the pricing of these claims, as well of helping to prepare individuals who will as arbitrage and hedging in these markets. not only seek to excel academically but will work to improve local communities and the Prerequisite: FN 215 greater society. The Sacred Heart Rotaract Club which was established in the spring of FN 220 Personal Finance 2010 is a service based club that centers its 3 CR efforts within the local community. The club Examines the financial planning, is open to all students of the university and management and investment needs of exposes students to service learning and individuals and households as they pursue leadership training. their financial goals. Topics include: personal budgeting, credit buying, banking and Each semester, as part of the service learning borrowing, home ownership, insurance and experience provides an overview of the investing. Upon successful completion of principles and techniques used in Non Profit the course, students should have gained Management and an introduction to the Non a basic understanding as to how to (1) Profit Sector. Topics discussed include: the prepare their personal financial plan or role of Non Profits, managing Non Profit program; (2) budget and control their resources, the laws governing Non Profits, income and expenses; (3) economically Non Profit marketing and social media, and and wisely purchase major expense items the governance of Non Profits and ethics. such as a house or an automobile; (4) In addition to learning basic Non Profit purchase needed insurance thoughtfully management techniques, students will be and purposefully; and (5) begin a program required to identify and analyze one basic for retirement and investments so that their operational problem within an assigned personal financial objectives can be reached. Non Profit. The analysis will require you to

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provide a viable solution to this problem which will be presented in class prior to the midterm and final week of class. Students will be required to satisfactorily complete 26 hours of work at their designate Non Profit over the semester (approximately 2 hours per week). At the completion of this exercise students earn 1 credit toward their respective degree programs.

FN 357 Financial Literacy 1 CR This one credit course will cover a number of areas of basic finance including personal budgeting, appropriate ways to finance large purchases, such as an automobile or home purchase, personal taxes, managing student loans and credit cards, and the best methods to start saving for the future. The course will focus on simple financial principals but will require each student to develop examples from his or her own situation. This course assumes no business or financial background and is appropriate for any major.

FN/EC 390 Internship 3-9 credits The internship is focused on developing job search, interviewing and career assessment skills while providing practical experience. Students work with a faculty advisor and the career development office to write a resume, search for and obtain an internship and work at a site for a minimum of 120 hours. The internship introduces students to the opportunities and rigors of the business environment. Upon completion, students work with the supervisor and faculty advisor to reassess skills and career development plans.

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MANAGEMENT ANDRA GUMBUS, ED.D. Professor, Chair The Management major is a broad-based degree program enabling students to GRACE CHUN GUO, PH.D. understand how organizations operate Assistant Professor in the contemporary global environment. Management majors acquire an understanding of the external environment TIM CRADER, D.B.A. Visiting Assistant Professor of business and how it affects the internal activities of an enterprise. LEANNA LAWTER, PH.D. Drawing on management theory as well Assistant Professor as current business practices, students develop knowledge, skills and competencies ROBERT MARSH, PH.D. that will enable them to assume positions Associate Professor in a wide variety of industries and organizations. The Management curriculum MARCUS MUELLER, PH.D. places special emphasis on personal Assistant Professor ethical accountability and corporate social responsibility. In addition to coursework RICHARD L. PATE, J.D. in business disciplines such as accounting, Associate Professor economics, finance, law, marketing, management information systems and TUVANA RUA, M.A., M.B.A., PH.D. operations management, students complete Assistant Professor management courses that explore how resources— whether human, information, JING’AN TANG, PH.D. technology, knowledge or materials—all Associate Professor strategically combine to achieve the goals of an organization. The communication, MARY G. TREFRY, PH.D. teamwork and leadership skills needed in managerial roles are emphasized across the Associate Professor curriculum. Students also choose a four - course concentration in one of four areas. An CHRISTOPHER YORK, J.D. internship from any Business school major is Clinical Assistant Professor required. MICHAEL ZHANG, D.B.A. Associate Professor Faculty

JEANINE ANDREASSI, PH.D. Major in Management Associate Professor All Management students must complete the following courses to earn their degree. STEPHEN M. BROWN, ED.D. Professor SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) MICHAEL CARRIGER, PH.D. Assistant Professor COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS COURSE VALERIE CHRISTIAN, M.B.A. BU 121 introduction to Business Assistant Professor

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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE MGT 370 Global Leadership CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 15 REQUIRED Management elective SUPPORTING CREDITS + A 12 CREDIT CONCENTRATION) Management elective AC 221 Financial Accounting and General Management Reporting MGT 403 Frontline Supervisory Skills AC 222 Managerial Accounting and Control MGT 304 Decision Making for Business MGT 101 Organizational Management Management elective MGT 231 Business law I Management elective MGT 257 Business Ethics Small Business Management and MGT 401 Business Policy Entrepreneurship FN 215 Financial Management MGT 373 Business Plan Creation MK 201 Principles of Marketing MGT 374 introduction to Small and Family Business Management OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (15 CREDITS) Management elective MGT 202 Organizational Behavior Management elective MGT 278 international Business MGT 375 Operations Management IS 101 Dynamics of Information Minor in Business Technology The minor in Business Administration MGT 390 internship requires the completion of 15 credits. MGT 344 Junior Achievement REQUIRED COURSES REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES AC 221 Financial Accounting and (TAKEN AS PART OF UNIVERSITY CORE) Reporting EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics MGT 101 Organizational Management EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics MK 201 Principles of Marketing MA 133 Elementary Statistics with EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics Business Applications FN 215 Financial Management

CONCENTRATION (12 CREDITS) Business Course Descriptions Choose from:

Human Resources Management MGT 101 Organizational Management MGT 207 Management of Human 3 CR Resources An interdisciplinary study of the MGT 334 Human Resources Law management of organizations and decision- making, utilizing behavioral and quantitative Management elective approaches. Topics include: decision-making, Management elective motivation and behavior, leadership, group behavior, organizational change, planning, Global Business Management control and allocation of resources. These MGT 203 Cross-Cultural Relations topics are addressed against a backdrop of

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management responses to issues of ethics, MGT 231 Business Law I social responsibility, and globalization. 3 CR Lecture and case study format. Provides a general survey of law adapted to the business environment. Areas of study MGT 202 organizational Behavior include the judicial system, constitutional 3 CR law, criminal law, tort law, contract law, Organizational behavior is about people international law, and employment law. and how they act and interact, mostly as members of groups. Current theories MGT 232 Business Law II of organizational behavior are examined 3 CR through the use of self-administered tests, experiential exercises, discussion and case Provides an advanced survey of law adapted analysis. to the business environment. Areas of study include the uniform commercial code, Prerequisite: MGT 101 agency law, business organizations, property law, securities law, secured transactions law MGT 203 Cross-Cultural relations and bankruptcy law. 3 CR Prerequisite: MGT 231 Being able to work well with people from other cultures, both outside and inside MGT 333 International Business Law your country, is vital in the changing global 3 CR environment. Cultural sensitivity and awareness of different perceptions, values, A general survey of international law and traditions are important individual including treaties and international skills. Many people identify with more organizations. Topics include: the European than one culture, adding to the complexity community, WTO, U.S. trade policy, of cross-cultural relations. In this course international contracts and international students learn to be alert to possible cultural payment mechanisms. differences. Students come to understand Prerequisite: MGT 231 these differences and learn not to rely on self-referential criteria. MGT 334 Human Resources Law 3 CR MGT 207 Management of Human Resources A survey of the laws which create, regulate 3 CR and terminate the relationship between Explores the contemporary human resources the employer and the employee, including function and basic processes involved in the contract law, federal and state anti- recruitment, selection, training, development, discrimination statutes, wage and hour and evaluation of an organization’s human statutes, and other applicable law. With a resources. Additional topics include today’s micro analysis of the life of an employee emphasis on talent management as well complaint, from internal filing to litigation. as legal issues in HR management, labor Prerequisite: MGT231 relations, performance assessment and improvement, career paths, termination, MGT 257 Business Ethics compensation and benefit systems and managing diversity. 3 CR Prerequisite: MGT 101 Investigates the ethical questions that arise in normal business situations. The case study method is used to examine topics such as justice and the market system,

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whistle-blowing, trade secrets and conflict MGT 278 Principles of international Business of interest, privacy, discrimination and 3 CR affirmative action, marketing, safety and employment issues. Special emphasis is Surveys the scope of international given to ethics as it relates to finance, business with special emphasis on various corporations and international business. environments including political, economic, legal, technological, and socio-cultural. Prerequisites: PH 101 and MGT 101 Also discusses the managerial process of planning, organizing, controlling, and leading MGT 344 Junior Achievement in a global context, and its application to 1-3 CR achieve success in international business. Junior Achievement is an experiential Prerequisite: MGT 101 course for junior and senior Management students. The course is a variable credit MGT 299 Special Topics in Management course, such that students can complete up 3 CR to 3 credits. The course will require students teach the Junior Achievement Business Designates new or occasional courses curriculum, including but not limited to that may or may not become part of financial literacy, developing a business the department’s permanent offerings. plan and entrepreneurship, at high schools Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a in the community in a seven to 10 week faculty member’s particular interest, an format based on the program they will be experimental alternative to existing courses, volunteering in. The course is designed to etc. Prerequisites are established by the have students apply concepts they learn department as appropriate for the specific in the Business Administration program to course. Consult the current course schedule their teachings, and it will help students for available topics and current prerequisites. strengthen their presentation skills while encouraging them engage in community MGT 401 Business Policy service. 3 CR Explores the formulation and administration MGT 375 Operations Management of policy, integration of the various 3 CR specialties of business and development of This course serves as the introduction to an overall management viewpoint. the operations function of business. All Prerequisite: senior standing organizations, for profit or not-for-profit, manufacturing, processing, or services, have MGT 403 Frontline Supervisory Skills operations as their central function. Despite 3 CR their diversity, these organizations share common objectives and problems; in most Explores supervisory skills required to cases, the same principles can be applied to effectively manage and deal with people help manage the operations. Major topics in the workplace. Emphasis is on strategic include determining operations strategy and human resource issues of recruiting objectives, planning the operations process, and managing to retain talent. Includes controlling operations, and managing its skill-building applications to practice quality. The course introduces concepts supervisory skills such as interviewing, to help understand how operations are providing feedback, conducting effective organized and how operations decisions meetings, resolving team conflict, dealing affect virtually every aspect of the firm. with emotional behavior, and managing separations, terminations, and outplacement. Prerequisites: BU 201 and MA 133 Prerequisite: MGT 202

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MGT 304 Decision Making in Business MGT 390 Internship 3 CR 3–9 CR This course gives students an opportunity Students are directly involved in various to explore business decision-making tools dimensions of business. Emphasis is and to apply them to business problems. on the practical application of business Students will work in teams on complex principles and skills to a specific industry problems facing managers and make or organization. An on-site business decisions and recommendations for actions. professional supervises students. Students are required to spend time outside Prerequisites: Junior or senior status plus of class to research information and work permission of the internship coordinator and with team members. Prerequisites: Bu201, department chairperson Fn215, MA133 MGT 370 Global Leadership MGT 373 Business Plan Creation 3 CR 3 CR Global business means political, economic Students utilize their skills in various and socio-cultural interdependence and the business disciplines to explore the linkages among politics, economics, cultural passion of creativity. The course enables traditions, industries and regional trading students to conceptualize and pursue the blocs create an environment of change and development of a new idea or concept or the uncertainty. It is in this changing environment improvement/new application of an existing that business leaders must learn to operate product or service. Students utilize their successfully. This course introduces students knowledge of the market and competitive to global leadership and its development and landscape, research, financial models, is designed for students who want to work and management skills to determine the effectively with people from various cultures. feasibility of a project and evaluate risk and The content and skills taught in this course the process of raising venture or risk capital. provide tools for students to lead more Prerequisites: MGT 101, FN 215, and Junior or effectively in todays’ more integrated global senior standing economy.

MGT 374 Introduction to Small and Family MGT 399 independent Study Business Management 1–3 Cr 3 CR Students work on a special topic under the This course introduces the student to the direction of an instructor. Permission of the challenges, opportunities and rewards instructor and department chairperson is of owning a small business and provides granted to qualified Business majors on the the tools needed to be successful from basis of a written proposal from the student. startup through growth. The course is also directed to students who will enter into the management of family businesses, either their own family’s or someone else’s, and who will do business with family firms, consult to them, work with them in private wealth management, mergers and acquisitions, banking, consulting, outsourcing, etc. Prerequisites: BU 201

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MARKETING Major in Marketing The Marketing major provides an opportunity All Marketing students must complete the for students to not just develop the following courses to earn their degree. knowledge and skills required of today’s marketing professionals but also the business acumen to negotiate the global SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) business environment. The curriculum of the Marketing major is a well balanced course of study with a common business knowledge COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS core and specialized courses that provide COURSE (3 CREDITS) an understanding of a multitude of topics BU 121 introduction to Business within the marketing discipline. Within the curriculum students learn to develop new COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE and unique marketing opportunities, think CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 9 REQUIRED independently, communicate effectively, SUPPORTING CREDITS) and appreciate the impact of marketing on AC 101 Financial Accounting and their own and other cultures. Graduates in Reporting the Marketing major should be well prepared and positioned to achieve increasingly higher AC 105 Managerial Accounting and levels of marketing management positions Control in corporations, marketing agencies, or BU 201 Organizational Management entrepreneurial enterprises. BU 231 Business Law I BU 257 Business Ethics BU 301 Business Policy Faculty FN 215 Financial Management

ARNE BARUCA, PH.D. MK 201 Principles of Marketing Assistant Professor OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (24 CREDITS) TEMO LUNA-NAVAREZ, PH.D. MK 270 Consumer Insights Using Assistant Professor Technology OR or ENDA F. MCGOVERN, PH.D. IS 101 Dynamics of Information Associate Professor Technology MK 362 Marketing Research PETER A. MARESCO, PH.D. Clinical Associate Professor MK 320 Consumer Behavior MK 425 international Marketing ANCA MICU, PH.D. MK 430 Marketing Management Associate Professor MK 390 Marketing Internship

JOSHUA A. SHUART, PH.D. REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES Associate Professor, Chair (TAKEN AS PART OF UNIVERSITY CORE)

DAVID G. TAYLOR, PH.D. EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics Assistant Professor EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics MA 133 Elementary Statistics with Business Applications

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An additional 6 credits of marketing electives Minor in Fashion Marketing are required. Three credits from marketing & Merchandising electives may be applied toward a minor in digital advertising, fashion marketing The minor in Fashion Marketing & and merchandising, or sport marketing if Merchandising requires the completion of 15 the student chooses to pursue a minor. credits. Minors are encouraged, but not required, for students majoring in Marketing. REQUIRED COURSES MK 201 Principles of Marketing Additional electives necessary to complete MK 240 Fashion Marketing degree requirements. MK 310 Retailing and Merchandising or Minor in Marketing MK 335 Digital Advertising

The minor in Marketing requires the MK 350 Fashion Brand Marketing completion of 18 credits. MK 360 Marketing Integration: Textiles & Fashion REQUIRED COURSES MK 201 Principles of Marketing MK 215 Marketing Research Marketing Course Descriptions MK 220 Consumer Behavior MK 225 international Marketing MK 201 Principles of Marketing MK 234 E-Marketing 3 CR or Investigates the components of the MK 235 Digital Advertising marketing mix. A managerial approach is MK elective employed and case studies supplement each area of exploration. Topics include: customer behavior, product policy, channels of distribution, advertising and promotion, Minor in Digital Marketing price policy, marketing programs and the The minor in Digital Marketing requires the legal aspects of marketing. completion of 15 credits. MK 205 Advertising REQUIRED COURSES 3 CR MK 201 Principles of Marketing Analyzes advertising from the managerial MK 334 e-Marketing Strategy viewpoint of its relationship within MK 335 Digital Advertising the marketing mix. Examines social and economic aspects of advertising, MK 238 Software Tools for Design practices and issues, analysis of media, the MK 236 Media Planning OR communications function, creative aspects or including art and copy, and measures of MK 237 Social Media effectiveness. Prerequisite: MK 201

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MK 237 Social Media Marketing MK 270 Customer Insights Using Technology 3 CR 3 CR This course provides the practical knowledge Provides students with a working knowledge and Insights required to define objectives of resources and tools available to marketing and strategies of social media marketing, professionals. It examines databases, identify and properly select the social media analytics, metrics, software and techniques tools to engage consumers, and effectively applied by marketers to transform data evaluate and measure the results of these into useful formats for the strategic efforts. Topics Include :infrastructure of social decision-making process. Contents focus medias, social media platforms, social media on technology tools for segmentation, marketing strategy, social media marketing target marketing and positioning, media mix, social communities, social publishing, selection, market share and estimation, sales social entertainment, social commerce, social forecasting and other analyses. It requires media for consumer insights, and social extensive use of Excel spreadsheets, the media metrics. Internet, public and professional databases, Pre-requisite: MK 201 specialized software and other technology resources. MK 238 Software Tools for Design Prerequisite MK 201 3 CR MK 299 Special Topics in Marketing This course offers a practical application of graphic design concepts for marketing 3 CR objectives. Students will learn to manipulate Designates new or occasional courses scanned images and digital photographs that may or may not become part of in preparation for publication layout and the department’s permanent offerings. design, to create single and multipage Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a marketing publications (e.g., brochures, faculty member’s particular interest, an advertisements, flyers), and to design and experimental alternative to existing courses, publish commercial websites. The course etc. Prerequisites are established by the provides students with hands-on experience department as appropriate for the specific in the use of state-of-the-art design tools course. Course title is shown on the student’s such as Photoshop, InDesign (Publisher) and transcript. Dreamweaver. Prerequisite: MK 201 Pre-requisite: MK 201 MK 310 Retailing and Merchandising MK 240 Fashion Marketing 3 CR 3 CR Studies history and development of the Examines the history, evolution, and retail function and its relationship to the business of fashion from the 19th century wholesaler and manufacturer. Topics include: to the present. Focus is on the marketing store management, the buying function, of fashion apparel from the development of elements of style and fashion, pricing product line to distribution through multiple policies, customer relations, store location retail channels and purchase by targeted and sources of supply. Examines retail consumers. Advertising and promotional mathematics including markup, markdown strategies will also be examined. and turnover. Prerequisite: MK 201 Prerequisite: MK 201

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MK 320 Consumer Behavior MK 336 Media Planning 3 CR 3 CR Explores various fields of knowledge This course will explore different classes of necessary to understand marketing behavior. media ( traditional mass media, new media, Materials from psychology, sociology, nontraditional media and specialized media), cultural anthropology and history are used examine the respective role each can play in in conjunction with marketing problems. delivering a brand’s message to the targeted Examines consumers in terms of both consumer market and how to create, individual and group buying behavior evaluate and execute the media plan. patterns; the consumer’s process of arriving Pre-requisite: MK 201 at buying decisions is appraised at both the retail and non-retail levels. MK 350 Fashion Brand Marketing Prerequisite: MK 201 3 CR This course encompasses the history, MK 334 E-Marketing development, and process of brand 3 CR marketing in the fashion industry. The array This course is designed to provide students of national, designer, private label, store with a comprehensive understanding and corporate brands, their background, of e-marketing and its role in the global and developmental strategies will be economy. Topics include: the role of covered. Through the understanding of e-business in the global economy, e-business brand elements, brand equity and brand models, privacy/security issues, payment communications, the student will create systems, social networking sites, logistics a positioning brief, and launch their own and delivery, integration of online and offline fashion brand as a final project. In addition, channels and related topics. Students will this course will examine brand global learn how to develop new e-business ideas, expansion through such vehicles as licensing create a business plan, select technologies, and franchising. develop a website and market an e-business Prerequisite: MK 201, MK240 and its products or services. Students will have an opportunity to apply their MK 360 Marketing Integration: Textiles and knowledge through hands-on exercises, Fashion cases and/or project assignments. 3 CR Prerequisite: MK 201 Encompasses the processes involved in global supply chain management and MK 335 Digital Advertising integration from a raw material base to 3 CR finished apparel. By understanding the This course is an introduction to the rapidly building blocks of fiber, yarn, weaving, evolving and dynamic digital advertising knitting and color penetration systems, the sector (e.g. search, display, social, and mobile student will understand what is essential advertising). Recent changes in consumer in making decisions concerning aesthetics, behavior and opportunities, problems, tactics cost, care and wearability of fashion apparel. and strategies associated with incorporat- This course is essential for any student who ing electronic methods into the marketing wishes to enter, and manage, in the fields communications function are examined. The of apparel merchandising, marketing and course also includes discussion of current design. metrics used to gauge the effectiveness of Prerequisite: MK 201, MK240 digital advertising Prerequisite: MK 201

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MK 362 Marketing Research MK 430 Marketing Management 3 CR 3 CR Explores principal areas and methods of Studies the effective management of the marketing research including mail, diary, marketing mix. The case approach assists panel, phone and the personal interview in viewing the marketing manager’s efforts Various types of research are analyzed with as coordinated with the contributions of the emphasis on the information gathering firm’s segments. Provides understanding of function of research as a means to more marketing decision-making as being wholly effective business decision-making. related to the firm’s goals, with a view to the Prerequisite: MK 201 larger context of society itself. Prerequisite: MK 201 MK 390 Marketing Internship 3-9 CR Students are directly involved in various dimensions of marketing management. Emphasis is on the practical application of marketing principles and skills to a specific profit or non-profit enterprise. On-site marketing professionals supervise students. Prerequisites: MK 201 and permission of the Marketing internship coordinator.

MK 399 Independent Study 1-3 CR Directed study of a specific, well-defined marketing topic. Permission of the instructor and departmental chairperson is granted to qualified Marketing majors on the basis of a written proposal from the student. Prerequisite: MK 201

MK 425 International Marketing 3 CR Provides a broad-based understanding of the challenges, opportunities and problems associated with international marketing. Emphasis is on understanding other cultures and current events and how they affect international marketing. Classroom work is supplemented with case studies, current readings, videos and speakers who are active in the field. Prerequisite: MK 201

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SPORT MANAGEMENT business. The program provides students with opportunities to pursue U.S. based and The increasing complexity of the sport international internships. industry, the globalization of sport, and the increasing influence of media and The Sport Management major requires technology underscore the importance of completion of 54 major credits plus 12 credits specific and comprehensive preparation for in related supporting courses. sport management professionals in the new economy. The Sport Management curriculum SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY CORE emphasizes the unique management, CURRICULUM (54–56 CREDITS) business, and legal principles and practices necessary to succeed in a dynamic global COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS industry. The Sport Management major COURSE (3 CREDITS) prepares professionals who are self-directed in their learning, critical thinkers and problem- BU 121 introduction to Business solvers, interdisciplinary in their approach, and capable of effectively managing complex COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE sport enterprises and marketing sport-related CURRICULUM (24 CREDITS + 9 REQUIRED services and products to diverse markets. SUPPORTING CREDITS) AC 101 Financial Accounting and Reporting Faculty AC 105 Managerial Accounting and Control JOHN T. GERLACH, MBA BU 201 Organizational Management Associate Professor BU 231 Business Law I BU 257 Business Ethics DOUGLAS LILLY, J.D. Instructor BU 301 Business Policy FN 215 Financial Management RICHARD A. LIPSEY, MBA MK 201 Principles of Marketing Instructor OTHER COURSES IN MAJOR (24 CREDITS) ANCA MICU, PH.D. SM 255 Sport Sponsorship Associate Professor IS 272 Dynamics of Information Technology JAMES P. SANTOMIER, JR., PH.D. Professor SM 206 Sport Enterprise Management SM 235 Sport Law JOSHUA A. SHUART, PH.D. SM 243 Sport Finance Associate Professor, Chair SM 245 Sport Media SM 265 Sport Marketing Major in Sport Management SM 391 Sport Management Internship The Sport Management curriculum provides REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES a theoretical and skill-based framework (TAKEN AS PART OF UNIVERSITY CORE) in core business disciplines, functional business skills, and in specific sport business EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics areas. Focus is on the financial, marketing, EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics media, legal and ethical dimensions of sport

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MA 133 Elementary Statistics with SM 235 Sport Law Business Applications 3 CR Explores the application of legal principles SPORT MANAGEMENT ELECTIVES to the sport industry and provides basic (6 CREDITS) knowledge of a wide range of legal statutes that relate to various dimensions of sport Choose from: business. Major focus is on a review of SM 281 Sport Venue and Event judicial opinions in the areas of tort liability Management (risk management), agency and contract SM 283 Sporting Goods Industry law, labor and employment law and antitrust SM 382 Sport New Media issues that frequently have been addressed in cases involving sport enterprises. SM 299 Special Topics in Sport Management Prerequisite: SM 206

SM 243 Sport Finance Minor in Sport Management 3 CR Examines the application of financial The minor in Sport Management requires the methods and procedures for the sport completion of 15 credits enterprise. Focus is on understanding the development and management of enterprise REQUIRED COURSES budgets and financial strategies, including MK 201 Principles of Marketing debt service, ticket and concession sales, SM 206 Sport Enterprise Management corporate sponsorship and licensed sport merchandise. Examines financial challenges SM 305 Sport Sponsorship related to current and future sources of SM 265 Sport Marketing revenue for the sport enterprise. SM Elective Prerequisites: FN 215

SM 245 Sport Media Course Descriptions 3 CR Examines the principles and fundamentals SM 206 Sport Enterprise Management related to developing and implementing 3 CR media relations programs for sport enterprises. Examines principles and foundations of Focus is on the development of electronic sport management and how the functions of communications including press releases, planning, organizing, leading, and directing local features, media guides and brochures, apply to the sport enterprise. Focus is on the statistical breakdowns and web pages. Issues application of core management principles, addressed include working with local, regional including ethics. The course provides a and national press; crisis management; ethical basis for understanding the development concerns; and promotion of specific events, and governance of the sport industry and teams and individuals. for addressing contemporary problems Prerequisite: SM 206 and issues. Students develop a model of management designed to achieve the goals SM 265 Sport Marketing of the sport enterprise. 3 CR Prerequisite: BU 201 Analyzes how marketing, promotion and public relations principles apply to the sport

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industry. Explores issues in marketing of the as appropriate for the specific course. Course sport enterprise, sport-related events and title is shown on the student’s transcript. venues and, products and services. Focus is Consult the current course schedule for on the marketing of sport as a product and available topics and current prerequisites. on the marketing of non-sport products and Prerequisite: SM 206 services using sport as a promotional tool. Addresses unique challenges and limitations SM 305 Sport Sponsorship as well as new trends in sport marketing. 3 CR Prerequisites: SM 206 and MK 201 Examines the unique dimensions of corporate sponsorship. Emphasis is placed SM 281 Sport Venue and Event Management on proven sponsorship sales techniques, 3 CR the dynamics of selling sport sponsorships, Examines principles and fundamentals and on an analysis of the global sponsorship of managing and financing sport and market and the necessary steps needed to entertainment venues. Focuses on generate sponsorships revenues for sports developing knowledge and skills necessary events. Insights into creating a sponsorship to develop, design and manage sports, inventory, research base, and sales plan are recreation and health/fitness facilities. provided. Emphasizes design analysis, operations and Prerequisite: SM 265 event management. Includes site visits. Prerequisite: SM 206 SM 382 Sport New Media 3 CR SM 283 Sporting Goods Industry Examines the relationship between new 3 CR media and the sport industry, including Examines the history, foundations, broadband, wireless, mobile technologies, organization, management and future of the sport websites, streaming video, audio, sporting goods industry. Designed specifically iTV, podcasting, e-commerce, and online for individuals interested in a career in the marketing. Focus is on the relationship sporting good industry and focuses on of new media to current trends in sport understanding the development of core marketing, sponsorship, broadcasting, UGC, dimensions of the industry, including market CRM, etc. Emphasizes developing critical structure, sporting goods manufacturers, new media-related skills, including web page marketing strategies and channel distribution design. and sporting goods e-commerce. The course Prerequisites: IS 272, SM 265; Recommended emphasizes problem solving and developing critical thinking skills within the context of the SM 245 sporting goods industry. SM 391 Sport Management Internship Prerequisite: SM 206 3–9 CR SM 299 Special Topics in Sport Management Students are directly involved in various 3 CR dimensions of managing the sport enterprise. Emphasis is on the practical application of Designates new or occasional courses management and marketing principles and that may or may not become part of the skills to a specific sport business. On-site department’s permanent offerings. Courses sport management professionals supervise capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty students. member’s particular interest, an experimental alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisites: SM 206 and permission of the Prerequisites established by the department Sport Management internship coordinator.

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University College must submit an offical University College high school transcript or equivalent. Students who have an Associate’s degree must MARY LOU DEROSA, MBA provide an official transcript with notation Dean of degree. An official transcript must be received and evaluated before acceptance University College brings Sacred Heart can be complete. After receiving acceptance University’s resources and programs to into a degree program, the student will part-time students and to the community. review the individualized plan of study with Bachelor’s degrees in General Studies and an advisor. Professional Studies and Associates degrees in General Studies are offered through All admissions requirements must be fulfilled University College. prior to being awarded financial assistance. A prospective student may be issued an “in- University College administers Weekend process status” and may register for classes. University, the AHEAD (accelerated format) All students must be in compliance with Terms, Summer Sessions, Winter Intersession, state law before registering. For Information English as a Second Language, the Center for regarding immunization requirements, Financial Education (CFE), the Pre-College contact the University’s Health Services Program, Upward Bound, and the Minority Office at 203-371-7838 or visit the Health Scholars Program. The campus in Stamford is services website: home to the Center for Financial Education, www.sacredheart.edu/healthservices and graduate studies. New students should follow these steps: For A major objective for the college is to all non-native English speakers, an official maintain and expand its position as the English language proficiency examination is regional leader in providing learning required. The following minimum scores are opportunities to 21st century students. accepted: University College develops, markets and • TOEFL PBT: 570 delivers certificate and degree programs. It is responsive to the education needs of • TOEFL iBTL: 80 business, social service, professional and • IELTS: 6.5 governmental organizations. University College is an admissions office as well as the • MELAB: 80 (proctored on-site at SHU) office for academic advising for undecided PTUG majors, General Studies majors, and • PTE: 62 Professional Studies majors. • iTEP: 5 • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): 5.5 Admissions Process for Part-Time Study • Cambridge Certificate in Proficiency in English (CPE): 5.5 All part-time undergraduate day, evening, weekend, visiting, and summer /winter Correspondence should be directed to: intersession students are admitted through University College University College. Part-time students Sacred Heart University seeking admission to Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Avenue do not need prior college experience to Fairfield, CT 06825-1000 begin their studies and standardized tests Phone: 203-371-7830 are not required. Fax: 203-365-7500 All applicants for admission through www.sacredheart/edu/uc

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First-Time Students completed all prerequisites. • Schedule an appointment to meet with • Contact University College regarding an academic advisor. class availability. • Complete an application form and submit • Complete the online Visiting Student with the non-refundable application fee. Form. The application form is available online at • Bring your registration form to University www.apply.sacredheart.edu College or fax it to 203-365-7500. There • Submit an official high school transcript is a non-refundable registration fee per or GED semester.

• You may register with an advisor’s Registration is ongoing. signature as an in-process student prior to our receipt of your application requirements. Specialized Services and Programs of University College Transfer Students ACADEMIC SERVICES • Fax an unofficial copy of your college Academic Services are designed to assist transcript(s) to University College at part-time students in establishing and 203-365-7500. The advisor will do a achieving educational goals. Services include preliminary evaluation of all transfer pre-admission and new student advisement, credits prior to your appointment if degree planning information, academic possible. support and referral. Academic support • Schedule an appointment with a assistance includes major options and University College advisor. declaration, early and mid-term assessment indicators, course selection and registration. • Complete an application form and submit As a Yellow Ribbon school, University with a non-refundable application fee. College provides special support services The application form is available online at and advisement for veterans: www.sacredheart.edu/ucadmissions www.sacredheart. edu/veterans

• .sacredheart.edu/ucadmissions The Jandrisevits Learning Center provides • You may register with an advisor’s academic support to all SHU students with signature as an in-process student special focus on math, writing, study skills prior to our receipt of your application and some content areas. Through a variety of requirements. teaching modalities such as tutoring, the CLA (Classroom Learning Assistants) program • An official transcript must be received and workshops, the JLC empowers students and evaluated before acceptance can be with concrete learning strategies to promote complete. self-directed learning.

PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT Visiting Students Recognizing that higher education also occurs outside the classroom, the University • Confirm with your college that they will awards academic credit to students for accept Sacred Heart University credits. what they have learned through life and/ • Visiting students are required to have or work experience in very exceptional circumstances. This experience can be

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the result of self-education, professional degree programs at Sacred Heart University. certification, in-service training programs, Admission to the English Language Institute volunteer work or management work. Refer does not guarantee admission to the to the website for current policies. For University. The program runs five semesters additional information on the Prior Learning per year. Assessment program, contact University College at 203-371-7830. For more information regarding the program, contact the Director at 203-365-7528. ESL Sacred Heart University offers the Nursing classes are offered on the Fairfield. student the opportunity to take EXCELSIOR exams in Anatomy and Physiology I and Please see our website for further II, and the National League for Nursing information: www.sacredheart.edu/esl (NLN) challenge exam in Microbiology. For additional information concerning these FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES exams, contact the Nursing Programs Office The Office of Student Financial Assistance at 203-371-7715. counsels part-time students regarding all of the options available to meet the cost CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES of education. To be awarded financial Professional staff members work with aid, part-time students must be officially students to assess abilities and interests in accepted and matriculated into a degree order to formulate a potential study plan. granting program. By combining grant Emphasis is on planning for life. Services are money, government guaranteed loans, low offered to identify and establish career goals, fixed-interest loans, deferred payment plans, address current career issues and research employer reimbursement opportunities, new options. In-depth career consultation, Veterans Administration eligibility programs, testing, résumé writing and employment a plan will be designed for the specific search assistance are available on an requirements of each student. appointment basis.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Curricular Formats in The English Language Institute at Sacred University College Heart University, offers an accredited full University College allows students to time Intensive English Language program to pursue undergraduate study in a variety prepare students for their successful study of formats. Classes are offered at Sacred an American academic institution. Heart University campuses in Fairfield and Full-time ESL students enroll in eight- Stamford. Students can elect from the week sessions, taking a cluster of oral following choices: communication, written communication, pronunciation and service learning, totaling ACCELERATED CLASSES 22 hours per week. Traditional collegiate study terms run anywhere from 15 to 18 weeks. Depending Placement in the noncredit pre-academic on the course, students can choose 5 1/2- or intensive English Language Program, is 7 1/2-week terms, with class meetings either determined by the English Placement once or twice per week, intensive sessions Test and the student’s language profile. of varying lengths, or a weekend schedule. Students who successfully complete their University College offers a variety of options ESL classes at the Sacred Heart English for term formats. Language Institute are not required to take another proficiency test to enroll in other

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AHEAD CLASSES WEEKEND UNIVERSITY (Adults in Higher Education Working for The Weekend University offers University Accelerated Degrees) curriculum courses that facilitate the pursuit AHEAD is an accelerated scheduling format. of a degree. There are two consecutive The core curriculum is the same for all sessions available during each semester. University majors; AHEAD courses are available to all part-time students. AHEAD WINTER INTERSESSION AND SUMMER terms provide the unique opportunity to SESSIONS complete an Associate or Baccalaureate Students may take only one course during degree program of study in an accelerated the Late Spring session and two courses format. It consists of four terms per year. during each of the summer sessions Each term is seven and one- half weeks in (Summer 1 session and Summer 2 session). duration. Classes meet two nights per week Students are ordinarily limited to one course for 2 hours and 15 minutes per night, or one during each Winter Session. night per week for 4 hours and 15 minutes.

PRE-COLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAM ONLINE LEARNING Qualified rising high school juniors and Sacred Heart University offers on-line seniors may take one freshman level course and blended courses through Blackboard. from our Pre-College course offerings and Blackboard is the standard university Web- earn 3 credits toward their college degree. based courseware that enables faculty to Course offerings may vary each summer. deliver courses totally or partially online and Contact 203-371-7942 for more information. to supplement a course with on-line material. Students must activate their Sacred Heart University network account and be registered TASTE OF COLLEGE–LIFELONG LEARNER for the course to have access to Blackboard Adults 62 years of age or older interested in course material and on-line applications. lifelong learning may take college courses on a seat-available basis. Adults may take Courses require that students work college courses at a reduced tuition per independently and interdependently with course. Selected course offerings vary each their instructor and with fellow students. semester. Interested adults should contact A commitment to do this is required of 203-371-7830 for more information. the students in order to sustain their participation. Participants must maintain their own access to the Internet, with e-mail capability and have Microsoft Word or The Center for Financial Education compatible word processing software. The Center for Financial Education was established on the Stamford Campus of TRADITIONAL SEMESTER STUDY Sacred Heart University to offer greater Fairfield County opportunities for continuing Part-time students who prefer standard education in the financial services area. The course presentation and time intervals center assists the university in carrying out can elect to tailor their programs in the the mission of being “able to respond to traditional format, both during the day, an ever-changing world” and “combining evening, and online. Many students take education for life with preparation for courses in a variety of formats, depending on professional excellence.” subject, content and degree of difficulty. Admission to the Financial Planning Certificate program is open to individuals with a baccalaureate degree in any discipline.

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Transfers from other board-approved of three disciplines, Computer Science, programs are also welcome. Communications and Business for a total of 27 credits. A minimum of 15 credits is Offerings include: required in one of the tracks. • Financial Planning Certificate Program (CFP) General Studies • Series 7 Prep Course The General Studies program was developed • Paralegal Certificate Program specifically for students interested in • Advanced Paralegal Certificate Program custom-designing their own multidisciplinary curriculum. It allows students to investigate • Legal Secretary Certificate Program areas of study that best serve their life and/ or work situation. Students select courses • Legal Investigation Certificate Program from either one or two broad areas of study. With the help of a faculty advisor, a cohesive plan of study, which culminates in a project Professional Studies to synthesize the learning experience, is designed. Classes may be taken in any The Professional Studies Degree serves as a number of formats. There are a minimum of career advancement step for professionals 120 credits required for the Bachelor Degree looking to obtain a Bachelor’s degree. with no more than 27 credits in total from Building on the University’s core curriculum the John F. Welch College of Business. and the required Professional Studies major core, students will have the opportunity to pursue individual interests through a PROGRAM STRUCTURE constellation of electives and a choice of Students select 36 major credits from either three designated tracks. This degree serves one or two broad areas of study plus a to support student’s interest in assuming capstone project (3 credits). The broad areas leadership roles within their organizations. of study are: • Leadership Track Arts and Humanities Natural Science, Numerical and Symbolic • Geriatric Health and Wellness Track Reasoning • Eco-Awareness and Sustainability Track Professional Studies Social Science The degree is designed for current University undergraduate students who are seeking an A capstone project course is required at the interdisciplinary education, transfer students end of the program to synthesize learning. who wish to pursue degree completion, In developing the General Studies major, professionals holding an Associate’s students, with the help of a faculty advisor, degree and seeking career advancement formulate a comprehensive plan of study and community college graduates who thus ensuring the pursuit of a meaningful are interested in furthering their careers program. by expanding their knowledge in the interdisciplinary areas of communication, QUALIFICATIONS FOR ADMISSION technology and management. Admission to the General Studies program PROGRAM STRUCTURE is open to individuals with a high school diploma or its equivalent. Students who In addition to core requirements, students already have transfer credits are also are required to fulfill 9 credits in each welcome. Credit through CLEP, DANTES

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and EXCELSIOR exams and through the toward any degree, MA 101 or above unless Assessment of Prior Learning Program is also otherwise specified; Many Business College available. programs require MA 133 (Statistics)

*A grade of C or better is required.

Associate of Arts and Associate Common Core: The Human Journey of Science Degree Programs Sacred Heart University’s academic signature Associate Degrees are offered for students centerpiece, The Human Journey, is a whose needs are best met by this degree coherent, integrated, and multidisciplinary or for students who may seek to further study of the liberal arts and sciences and their education at a later time with a the Catholic Intellectual Tradition. See baccalaureate degree. The Associate degree description of the Common Core: The Human programs fall in two general categories: Journey courses listed previously in this Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies chapter. degree, with specialties in 19 different fields, and career-based Associate of Science (AS) Elective Core degrees in one field. In addition to the To accomplish the elective core, students specialty courses, each program has its will complete the following: Humanities (3 foundation within a liberal arts base. credits), Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 credits), Natural Sciences (3 credits), ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE - GENERAL Religious Studies/Philosophy (3 credits). STUDIES PROGRAM All Associate of Arts degrees are offered by Emphasis University College. The candidate for the AA Credits range from 15-32, depending on the degree in General Studies must complete emphasis. Note: The required courses for 60 credits, which include the AA Core each emphasis are listed under each college Curriculum as well as an emphasis of not and department section. A grade of C or less than 15 credit hours and elective courses better is required in all emphasis courses. chosen in consultation with the student’s Area discipline courses cannot be used in advisor. A minimum of 30 of these credits above core areas. Areas of emphasis with must be taken at Sacred Heart University, required courses are: and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required. Associate of Arts Degree Biology CORE CURRICULUM Chemistry The Core Curriculum for the AA degree Communication and Media Studies provides the student with the opportunity to experience other disciplines, obtain a English background for further study, and gain the French knowledge to become a knowledgeable and Graphic Design and Visual Arts educated human being. History Foundational Core Italian FY XX 125 First Year Seminar Mathematics FLO 125 The Art of Thinking Music College Math Philosophy Political Science Effective 7/1/08, MA 006 will no longer count Psychology

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Religious Studies Sociology Spanish

Associate of Science Degree Computer Science Information Technology

Credit Certificate Programs Sacred Heart University offers credit certificate programs as a short-term goal and as a way to enhance students’ knowledge and skills in a particular area, by providing specialized in-depth instruction. Credits earned can be later applied to an associate or baccalaureate degree program.

PROGRAMS IN ARTS AND SCIENCES INCLUDE: • Catholic Studies • Computer Science and Information Technology • Computer Gaming, Design, and Development • Interdisciplinary Certificate Program in Interactive Design

PROGRAMS IN THE JOHN F. WELCH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS INCLUDE: • Accounting

PROGRAMS IN THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS INCLUDE: • Geriatric Health and Wellness

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Procedures for • the name(s) of any witness(es), Individuals Claiming • action sought to remedy the situation, • and any other details or information Unlawful Discrimination requested by the Executive Director or or Harassment her/his designee. • In addition, the person should provide Claims of harassment or discrimination are: any documentation (emails, notes, (1) claims of violation of the University‘s pictures, etc.) or other information nondiscrimination policy, and (2) claims in support of the allegation of of violations of the University policy in discrimination or harassment. opposition to harassment.

The following complaint procedure has been established to ensure prompt and Informal Procedure effective investigation into allegations of discrimination including harassment, Any individual who believes that she/he has under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 been unlawfully harassed or discriminated of the Rehabilitation Act and the Age against may, if she/he chooses to, attempt Discrimination Act. to resolve the situation through a discussion with the other party. If that is not practical, An individual who believes that she/he has the individual should consult with the been discriminated against, including being Executive Director for Human Resources who harassed, may report the situation to the serves as the officer responsible for such Executive Director for Human Resources complaints, or her/his designee. The purpose who serves as the primary University officer of this consultation is multi-fold. responsible for such matters. In the absence of the Executive Director or if the complaint The Executive Director or her/his designee is against the Executive Director, the report will provide information and assistance to may be to the Vice President for Human help the individual assess whether or not the Resources or any Vice President of the behavior is harassing or discriminatory, will University. Reports/complaints are to be filed explain the University‘s grievance procedure within ninety (90) calendar days after the and provide guidance regarding the conduct complained of occurred or within investigative procedure. There is no the time the person reasonably becomes requirement that an informal resolution must aware of the conduct. (Note: this filing period be attempted by the complainant. may be extended for good cause.) The individual may also request the The report can be written or oral and should Executive Director or her/his designee to consist of the following: attempt to facilitate a resolution of the grievance informally after investigating the • the specific conduct objected to, matter. If the individual desires an informal • the date(s) and time(s) such conduct resolution, the Executive Director or her/his took place, designee will attempt to provide an informal resolution within twenty (20) working days • the name(s) of the alleged harasser(s) or of the receipt of the request. person(s) believed to be discriminating against them, • the location(s) where the conduct occurred,

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Investigation of Complaints the President of the University or his/her designee shall conduct the review. Upon receipt of a complaint or report a prompt investigation will take place in a The request for review must be made within confidential manner so as to disclose ten (10) working days of the notice of the information only to those who have a need result of the investigation. The review by the to know or those who may have pertinent Vice President must be completed within information. The respondent and witnesses thirty (30) working days and submitted in will be interviewed. Disclosure of the writing either sustaining the investigation complainant‘s name will be made if in the result or reopening the investigation for judgment of the investigator it is necessary further consideration if the investigation was to the investigation. The investigation will not conducted as described above or due be kept as confidential as possible without to the discovery of evidence not reasonably compromising the investigation. available during the investigation. The decision on the review shall be final. The Executive Director or her/his designee (investigator) will determine whether there is a reasonable basis for the complaint. At the conclusion of this stage of the State and Federal Rights investigation the investigator will report her/ The complainant may at any time file a his conclusions to the complainant in writing complaint with the Department of Education, with the resolution of the complaint. The Office for Civil Rights, or other applicable investigation should be completed within federal or state agency for the enforcement thirty (30) working days of the complaint of federal or state laws within the jurisdiction filing unless extended for reasonable cause. of such agency. The investigation may be delayed during the period of an attempted informal resolution should the Complainant desire it. Time Lines

If it is determined that discrimination or Working days are days when the harassment has occurred, the University will administrative offices of the University are take action to stop the violation, prevent a regularly open for business; weekends, reoccurrence and correct any discriminatory holidays, snow days and days the University effect. Such action may include counseling, is closed shall not be counted as working warning, disciplinary action, termination of days. employment, or expulsion.

A confidential record of the proceedings will be maintained in a private file in the office of Personnel the investigator. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HUMAN If a complainant is dissatisfied with the RESOURCES resolution because the investigation was Ms. Julia Nofri, 203-365-4837 not conducted as described above or due Coordinator for Section 504 of the to the discovery of evidence not reasonably Rehabilitation Act, Title VI, Title IX and the available during the investigation, she/he Age Discrimination Act may request a review by the Vice President of the University division within which the PROVOST/VICE PRESIDENT FOR discrimination was claimed to have occurred. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS If the complaint involves that Vice President Dr. Laura Niesen De Abruna, 203-371-7910

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SR. VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Michael J. Kinney, 203-371-7872

VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT PLANNING & STUDENT AFFAIRS James Barquinero, 203-365-4763

VICE PRESIDENT FOR UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT William Reidy, 203-396-8086

VICE PRESIDENT FOR MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS Michael Iannazzi, 203-371-7899

VICE PRESIDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES Robert Hardy, 203-365-7676

VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE Philip McCabe, 203-371-7934

VICE PRESIDENT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY Michael Trimble, 203-365-7555

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Directions to Sacred Lindeman Drive. At the stop sign at the end of Lindeman Heart University Drive, turn right onto Oakview Drive. The road dead- ends. Sacred Heart University’s driveway is on the left. Visitor parking is on Main Campus, Fairfield, CT the right. 5151 PARK AVENUE From Merritt Parkway NORTHBOUND FAIRFIELD, CT 06825-1000 (passenger vehicles only) From Merritt Parkway (Route 15) NORTH OR Take Exit 48 (Main Street). At end of ramp SOUTH (passenger vehicles only). turn right onto Main Street. At second traffic Take Exit 47. At end of ramp turn left onto light, turn left onto Old Town Road. At third Park Avenue and proceed one block to stop sign, turn left onto Oakview Drive Sacred Heart University. Entrance on Park (beginning of office park area). At top of hill, Avenue. Oakview will dead-end. Turn left into Sacred Heart University’s parking lot. Visitor parking From Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) NORTH is on the right. OR SOUTH (passenger vehicles only) Take Exit 27A. Continue straight ahead on combined Routes 8 and 25 to fork. Bear left Stamford Campus onto Route 25. Take Exit 7, Merritt Parkway 12 OMEGA DRIVE, STAMFORD, CT 06907 south, and follow directions above. From Merritt Parkway (Route 15) NORTH OR SOUTH (passenger vehicles only) Oakview Campus Exit 36. Turn right. Go 2 miles; take a right at the light onto Camp Street.At the next light 101 OAKVIEW DRIVE TRUMBULL, CT 06611 turn left onto Hope Street. Entrance to River Bend Park is on the left past the Springdale From Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) NORTH train station. Follow signs to first office OR SOUTH (all vehicles) building on right.

Take Exit 27A (Route 25/8 Connector) From Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) NORTH andfollow signs for Route 25 (bear left when OR SOUTH (all vehicles) the connector splits). Just after the split, get off at Exit 7. (Merritt Pkwy/Route 127 Exit 9. Follow Route 106/Courtland Avenue Trumbull). Bear right, following signs for to Glenbrook Road; turn left. At second light Route 127 (White Plains Road). At the end turn right onto Hope Street. Continue past of the exit ramp, turn left onto White Plains United Wrecking and through next light to Road.** the second River Bend entrance, on right just before the Springdale train station. Follow From Merritt Parkway SOUTHBOUND signs to first building on right. (passenger vehicles only) Take Exit 50 (Route 127/White Plains Road). At end of ramp bear right onto White Plains Road.** **Stay in the left lane for about 1 mile on White Plains Road and turn left at the traffic light (fire station on the right) onto Reservoir Avenue. Follow Reservoir Avenue (go under Parkway bridge) and turn right onto

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Stamford Graduate Center at Landmark Square 3 LANDMARK SQUARE STAMFORD, CT 06901

From Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) SOUTH Exit 8 (Elm St.). Turn right onto Elm St., Elm St. becomes Grove St. Turn left onto Broad Street. Turn left onto Landmark Square

From Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) NORTH Exit 8 (Atlantic St.). Turn left onto Atlantic St. Turn right onto Broad St. Take first right onto Landmark Square

Cambridge Campus 7 CAMBRIDGE DRIVE, TRUMBULL, CT 06611

From Merritt Parkway (Route 15) NORTH OR SOUTH (passenger vehicles only) Exit 48. Take left from Southbound direction or right from Northbound onto Main Street (Route 111). Take left onto Old Town Road. At third stop sign, go straight on to Cambridge Drive. Proceed to first building on the left.

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Directory Douglas L. Kennedy ‘78 Peapack-Gladstone Bank; President & Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees Bedminster, NJ Rev. Robert M. Kinnally OFFICERS Rector, St. John Fisher Seminary James T. Morley, Jr. Director of Vocations in the Diocese of Chairman of the Board Bridgeport Stamford, CT Frank R. Martire Vice Chairman Gary J. Levin ‘78 Chairman & CEO, FIS Global Levin Financial Group, President & CEO Tampa, FL Christopher K. McLeod Secretary Vincent Maffeo Life Science Venture Investor & CEO, AxioMx, Executive VP and General Council for Leidos Inc. Reston, VA

Daniel McCarthy Patrick G. Maggitti Treasurer The Helen & William O’Toole Dean, Villanova Frontier Communications Corporation School of Business St. Davids, Villanova, PA

Murray D. Martin TRUSTEES Wilton, CT

Rosanne Badowski ‘79 Frank R. Martire Jack Welch, LLC FIS Global, Chairman & CEO Palm Beach, FL Jacksonville, FL

Norbert Becker Daniel McCarthy Administrateur Independent Frontier Communications Corp., President & Chief Operating Officer 1840 Luxembourg Stamford, CT Mary-Ann Bunting Christopher K. McLeod Bunting & Somma, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Life Science Venture Investor & CEO, AxioMx, Inc. Westport, CT Branford, CT Patrick Carolan Linda E. McMahon Fairfield, CT McMahon Ventures, LLC Brian H. Hamilton ‘87 Stamford, CT Sageworks, Inc., Chairman Raleigh, NC

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William E. Mitchell James C. Carl, Ph.D. Mitchells Family of Stores Dean, Isabelle Farrington College of Westport, CT Education

James T. Morley, Jr. John Chalykoff, Ph.D. Newtown, CT Dean, John F. Welch College of Business

John J. Petillo, Ph.D. Robin L. Cautin, Ph.D. President, Sacred Heart University Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

Fairfield, CT Mary Lou DeRosa, M.B.A. Teresa M. Ressel Vice Provost for Special Academic Programs New Canaan, CT Beau Greer, Ph.D., CSCS, HFI Thomas L. Rich President, University Academic Assembly F.D. Rich Company, President and CEO Robert M. Hardy, M.A. Stamford, CT Vice President for Human Resources

Richard M. Schaeffer Michael W. Higgins, Ph.D. New York, NY Vice President for Mission and Catholic Identity Lois Schine Representative, Westport RTM Michael L. Iannazzi, M.Div. Retired, President Westport Chamber of Vice President for Marketing and Commerce Communications Westport, CT Michael J. Kinney, M.B.A. Kenneth S. Siegel Senior Vice President for Finance and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Administration Inc., Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel Michael D. Larobina, J.D., LL.M. Stamford, CT General Counsel Philip J. McCabe, M.S. Vice President for Finance Administration Laura Niesen de Abruna, Ph.D., M.S.Ed. SENIOR STAFF Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs John J. Petillo, Ph.D. President William A. Reidy, B.S. Vice President for University Advancement James M. Barquinero, M.A. Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Michael Trimble, M.A. Athletics Vice President, Information Technology and Security

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Patricia Wade Walker, Ed.D. THOMAS MORE HONORS PROGRAM Dean, College of Health Professions Suzanne Deschênes, Ph.D. Director

Office of the President Kenneth Knies Ph.D. Director, Living and Learning Community John J. Petillo, Ph.D. President

ART AND DESIGN DEPARTMENT

Academic Affairs Jonathan Walker, M.F.A. Chairperson Laura Niesen de Abruna, Ph.D., M.S.Ed. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT Sally K. Ferri, M.B.A. Mark Jareb, Ph.D. Director of Academic Financial Analysis Chairperson

Jennifer Mattei, Ph.D. Hersher Institute for Applied Ethics Director, Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management Frances Grodzinsky, Ph.D. Co-Director Pre-Health Professions Program Michael J. Ventimiglia, Ph.D. Co-Director Nicole Roy, Ph.D. Co-Advisor

College of Arts and Sciences Thomas Terleph, Ph.D. Co-Advisor Robin L. Cautin, Ph.D. Dean CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT Michelle Loris, Ph.D., Psy.D. Associate Dean Eid Alkhatib, Ph.D. Chairperson Gerald Reid, Ph.D. Director, Master of Science in Chemistry Associate Dean

COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES FRESHMAN ADVISING DEPARTMENT

Michael Bozzone, M.A. Andrew Miller, Ph.D. Assistant Dean Chairperson

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James Castonguay, Ph.D. HISTORY DEPARTMENT Director, Master of Arts in Communication John Roney, Ph.D. Chairperson COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT IRISH CULTURAL STUDIES Domenick Pinto, M.A., M.S. Chairperson Gerald Reid, Ph.D. Director, Master of Computer Information Director Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE DEPARTMENT MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

James McCabe, Ph.D. Jason Molitierno, Ph.D. Chairperson Chairperson Director, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

MUSIC PROGRAMS

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Joseph G. Carter, M.A. Academic Music Coordinator Jeffrey Cain, Ph.D. Chairperson PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM

Lori Bindig, Ph.D. FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES Program Director DEPARTMENT

Mark Mascia, Ph.D. PHILOSOPHY, THEOLOGY, AND RELIGIOUS Chairperson STUDIES DEPARTMENT

FULBRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE Brian Stiltner, Ph.D. Chairperson Robert McCloud, Ph.D. Advisor and Faculty Representative

PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Rachel Bowman, Ph.D. GOVERNMENT, POLITICS AND GLOBAL Interim Chairperson STUDIES DEPARTMENT

Gary Rose, Ph.D. William Mayer, Psy.D. Chairperson Director, Master of Science in Applied Psychology

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SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM ECONOMICS AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Bronwyn Cross-Denny, Ph.D. Khawaja Mamun, Ph.D. Director Chairperson

SOCIOLOGY DEPARTMENT MBA PROGRAM

Stephen Lilley, Ph.D. Anthony Macari, J.D., M.B.A. Chairperson Executive Director, Graduate Programs

Alfred Steinherr, Ph.D. WRITING PROGRAMS Academic Director, Luxembourg Campus

Anita August, Ph.D. Director MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

Andra Gumbus, Ed.D. WOMEN’S STUDIES Chairperson

Amanda Moras, Ph.D. Director MARKETING AND SPORT MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

Joshua A. Shuart, Ph.D. John F. Welch College of Business Chairperson John Chalykoff, Ph.D. Dean STUDENT EXPERIENCE Kwamie Dunbar, Ph.D. Sean Heffron, M.A. Assistant Dean Director of the Student Experience Anca C. Micu, Ph.D. Douglas Ouimette, M.Ed. Associate Dean Assistant Director of Student Experience Maura Wilson Coppola, M.H.S. Director, Learning Assessment and Research Isabelle Farrington College of Education ACCOUNTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT James C. Carl, Ph.D. Dean Karen T. Cascini, Ph.D., C.P.A. Chairperson Edward W. Malin, Ph.D. Associate Dean

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Karen Christensen, Ph.D. Jody Bortone, Ed.D., OT/L Director, Griswold Campus Associate Dean

Michael K. Barbour, Ph.D. Gail Samdperil, Ed.D Director, Doctoral Studies Associate Dean

Antoinette Bruciati, Ph.D. Coordinator, Educational Technology HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS

Ann E. Clark, Ph.D. Stephen Burrows, D.P.M. Chairperson, Leadership and Literacy Chair and Program Director Department Director, Educational Leadership Program SCHOOL OF NURSING Michael Giarratano, M.A., C.A.S. Co–director, Intern Program Mary Alice Donius, Ed.D. Director, Five Year Program Director

Velma Heller, Ed.D. Susan DeNisco, D.N.P. Coordinator, Student Teacher Supervisors Program Director, D.N..P

Lois Libby, Ph.D. Julie G. Stewart, D.N.P. Co-director, Intern Program and Five Year Program Director, FNP Program Program Marlene Beck, D.N.P. Karl M. Lorenz, Ed.D. Program Director, MSN Program Director, Student Teaching and Teacher Certification Sherylyn Watson, M.S.N. Program Director, Undergraduate Nursing Edward W. Malin, Ph.D. Interim Chairperson, Teacher Education Linda Strong, Ed.D. Department Program Director, RN to BSN and RN to MSN Program Edward Murray, Ph.D. Director, MAT

Jeffrey Rumpf, MS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND HEALTH SCIENCE Executive Director, Horizons at SHU

Karen Waters, Ed.D. Jody Bortone, Ed.D., OT/L Director, CT Literacy Specialist Program Chair

College of Health Professions PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM

Patricia Wade Walker, Ed.D. Jody Bortone, Ed.D., OT/L Dean Program Director

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HEALTH SCIENCE University College

Carolyn Shiffman, Ph.D. Mary Lou DeRosa, ’03 M.B.A. Program Director Vice Provost for Special Academic Programs

Ellen Kovar, B.A. PHYSICAL THERAPY AND HUMAN Director of Part-time Undergraduate MOVEMENT SCIENCE Admissions

Kevin Chui, Ph.D. Angela Pitcher, ‘89 B.S. Chair Director of Summer/Winter Sessions and Special Programs

Gregory Middleton, M.Ed. PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM Executive Director of Horizons at SHU Kevin Chui, Ph.D. Carylanne Rice-Ehalt, M.Ed. Program Director Director of Upward Bound

ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Theresa L. Miyashita, Ph.D. Madeleine Monaghan, M.B.A., M.A. Program Director, Athletic Training Director of English Language Institute

EXERCISE SCIENCE PROGRAM Ryan-Matura Library Beau Greer, Ph.D. Peter Gavin Ferriby, M.Div., M.A., M.L.S., Program Director, Masters of Science in Ph.D. Exercise Science and Nutrition University Librarian Matthew Moran, Ph.D. Robert H. Berry, M.A., M.L.S., J.D. Program Director, Undergraduate Exercise Science Social and Behavioral Sciences Librarian

Matilde Renata Cioffi, B.A., M.B.A. Director of Library Information and Budget SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Nancy Del Vecchio, M.L.S., M.A.T. Rhea Paul, Ph.D. Collection Development Librarian Chair and Program Director Bonita Figgatt, M.L.S., M.A. Head of Technical Services

Amy Jansen, M.S.L.I.S., M.A. Business and Web Resources Librarian

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Elizabeth Knapik, M.L.S., M.B.A. Katalin Kozma, B.A. Head of Information Literacy Programs Assistant Registrar

Xiaohua Li, M.S.C.S., M.L.S. Director of Digital Library Technology and OFFICE OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS Services Carrie Wojenski, M.A. Beverly Lysobey, B.A., M.L.S. Director, Global Affairs Catalog Librarian Francesca Schenker, B.A. Kimberly Macomber, M.L.S. Coordinator Reference Librarian

Jeffrey Orrico, B.S., M.L.S. Health Sciences Librarian Admissions/Financial Assistance James M. Barquinero Senior Vice President Academic Support Services Student Affairs and Athletics

G.E. SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Virginia L. Stephens, M.B.A. OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE Director ADMISSIONS Vacant Director of Transfer Admissions JANDRISEVITS LEARNING CENTER

Ardiana Sula Kenneth Higgins, B.A. Executive Director Senior Director, Undergraduate Admissions Jacinth Crichton Patricia Pasquariello, B.S. Coordinator, Office of Special Learning Services Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions

Jamie Romeo, B.A. OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR Director, Athletic Recruitment

Dona J. Perrone, B.B.A., M.B.A. Jennifer Amiccuci, B.S. Registrar Director of Admissions Operations

Sara Bracaglia, B.A. Rob Gilmore, M.A. Assistant Registrar Director of Campus Experience

Margaret D. Smith, B.A., M.A. Matthew Musico, M.S. Assistant Registrar Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions

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Edward Nassr, B.S. OFFICE OF GRADUATE ADMISSIONS Admissions Counselor Kathy Dilks Ashleigh O’Rourke, B.S. Executive Director, Graduate Admissions Director of NJ Regional Recruitment Pam Pillo-Santos, M.S. Ryan Corbalis, B.A. Director, Graduate Admissions Admissions Counselor Tara Chudy, B.S. Lacey Gilleran, B.A. Associate Director, Graduate Admissions Admissions Counselor Brendan Hummel, B.A. Christina Tsimortos, B.A. Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions - MA Region OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL Cheryl Huber, M.S. ASSISTANCE Admissions Counselor Julie B. Savino, M.A.T. Julia Morgillo, B.A. Executive Director, Student Financial Aid Admissions Counselor Elizabeth Baker, M.S. Carla Roehrich, M.S. Director, Student Financial Assistance Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions Systems & Programs

Amanda St. Bernard, M.A. Robert Coloney, B.A. Admissions Counselor Assistant Director, Student Financial Assistance Leigh Weissman, B.A. Admissions Counselor Celia Cruz, M.S. Associate Director, Student Financial Assistance

OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS Morgan Kelly, B.S. Cori Nevers, B.A. Associate Director, First Year Student Financial Aid Executive Director of International Admissions Mathew Magliocco, B.S. Suzanne Cordatos, M.A. Assistant Director, Student Financial Assistance Director of International Operations & Communications David Renski, B.S. Samantha Pitler, M.S. Assistant Director, Student Financial Assistance Programs/Asst. Loan Coordinator Director of International Admissions Keith Tucker, B.A. Associate Director, Student Financial Aid/ Loan Coordinator

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Kelly Jambo, B.A. Lucy Cox, B.S. Director, First Year and Transfer Student Senior Associate Athletic Director/Director of Financial Aid Student-Athlete Support Services

Nick Giaquinto, M.S. STUDENT AFFAIRS AND ATHLETICS Baseball, Head Coach

James M. Barquinero, M.A. Dave Bike, B.A. Senior Vice President Athletic Business Manager

Student Affairs and Athletics Jessica Mannetti Deanna Fiorentino, B.A. Basketball, Women’s , Head Coach

Executive Director of Student Affairs Deborah Holt, M.A.T. Research & Special Projects Cheerleading, Head Coach Judy Ann Riccio, CPA Christian Morrison, J.D. Executive Director of Budget, Student Affairs Cross Country, Track and Field, Men’s and & Athletics Women’s, Head Coach

Tiffany Haidasz DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Equestrian, Head Coach

Bobby Valentine Paul Gagliardi, B.A. Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Tennis, Men’s, Head Coach

Meghan Kavanagh, M.S. Paul Gorham, B.A. Senior Associate Athletic Director/SWA/ Football, Head Coach Director of Compliance Bill Peterson, B.A. Mike Guastelle, M.Ed. Associate Director of Athletic Senior Associate Athletic Director of Communications Operations Tennis, Women’s Head Coach Matt McGreevy Golf, Men’s and Women’s, Head Coach Kalani Efstathiou, B.S. Men’s Volleyball Head Coach Thomas Vrabel, Ph.D. Fencing, Men’s and Women’s, Head Coach Leo Katsetos, M.Ed. Senior Associate Athletic Director/Head Carl J. (C.J.) Marottolo, B.A. Athletic Trainer Ice Hockey, Men’s, Head Coach

Mark Adzigian, M.S. Thomas O’Malley, B.A. Senior Associate Athletic Director of Ice Hockey, Women’s, Head Coach Operations Tom Mariano, B.S. Lacrosse, Men’s, Head Coach

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Laura Cook, B.S. Aimee Piccin, M.S. Lacrosse, Women’s, Head Coach Director, Career Development

Nicoleta Mantescu Women’s Rowing, Head Coach OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE

Joe Barroso, B.S. Lawrence J. Wielk, M.A. Soccer, Men’s, Head Coach Dean of Students

Kim Banner, M.A. Denise Tiberio, M.A.T. Soccer, Women’s, Head Coach Associate Dean of Students

Elizabeth Luckie, B.A. Michael Moylan, M.B.A. Director of Athletic Administration/Softball, Director of Student Union Co-Head Coach Ray Mencio, M.B.A. Pam London, B.S. Director of Club Sports Softball, Co-Head Coach Scott Aliberti, B.S. Brent Noble Director of Dance Swimming, Women’s, Head Coach Elizabeth McGreevy, B.A. Becky Kregling Assistant Director for Intramurals and Women’s Bowling, Head Coach Recreation

Rob Machan, M.S. Keith Johnston, M.M. Volleyball, Women’s, Head Coach Director, Pioneer Bands

Katie Kloeckener, B.S. Andrew Kolar, M.M. Women’s Field Hockey, Head Coach Assistant Director of Pioneer Bands

Andy Lausier, M.Ed. Jocelyn Novella, M.A. Wrestling, Head Coach Assistant Director, Personal Counseling

Karen Flanagan, M.A., L.P.C. OFFICE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT Personal Counselor/s.w.e.e.t

Patricia Klauser, M.S., L.P.C. Janice Kessler, M.S.N. Executive Director, Career Development Counselor, Drug & Alcohol

Leonard (Rick) DelVecchio, B.A. Kathleen Healy, M.S. Director of Career Placement Nutritionist/Counselor

Tammy Petrucelli, B.S. Gary Reho, Ed.M. Assistant Director, Career Development Director of Fitness and Recreation

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Patrice Klein, B.S. Leonor Barroso, B.S. Director, Health Services Marketing Assistant, Edgerton Center for Performing Arts Anne Mavor, R.N. Nurse Practitioner Nancy DeKraker, M.A. Staff Counselor Pamela Howard, M.S. Nurse Practitioner Nurse Practitioner Andrew Campbell, M.S. Mary Jo Mason, Ph.D. Staff Counselor Assistant Dean of Students for Wellness Robert Gardiner, M.D. Amy Ricci, M.B.A. Staff Psychiatrist Director of Student Activities Greg Madrid, M.A. Leonora Campbell, M.S. Freshman Area Coordinator Assistant Dean for Student Conduct and Community Standards Kristen Eschwie, M.S. Residence Hall Director Gerald A. Goehring, B.G.S. Executive Director, Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Joel Quintong, M.A. Michael J. Kinney, M.B.A. Director of Residential Life Senior Vice President for Finance and Vacant Administration Director of Greek Life Philip J. McCabe, M.S.

Christopher Rader, M.Ed. Vice President for Finance Assistant Director of Residential Life/Housing Services BUSINESS OFFICE Galen Tate, M.M. Peter J. Ward, C.P.A. Assistant Director of Choral Programs Controller Frank Veres Liz-Ann St. Onge, C.P.A. Technical Director, Edgerton Center for Performing Arts Assistant Controller

John Michniewicz, D.M.A. Lisa A. Boland, B.S. Director of Choral Programs Director, Financial Planning and Operations

Tina Barbar, B.S., RN Registered Nurse OFFICE OF STUDENT ACCOUNTS

Alice Avery, B.B.A. Bursar

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OFFICE OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS AND WSHU Public Radio Group (NPR) FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION Paul J. Healy, M.S. Executive Director, Campus Operations George Lombardi, B.S. General Manager Trigona Mililli, B.A. Director, Custodial Services and Moves

Marc Izzo, B.A. DEVELOPMENT

Director of Construction Gillian Anderson, B.S. William W. Watson, B.S. Development Director

Project Manager, University Construction Cameron LiDestri, M.A. Michael Austin Director, Individual Gifts

Director of Athletic Facilities & Maintenance/ Janice Portentoso, B.A. Trades Director, Communications

OFFICE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMING

Michael Trimble, M.A. Tom Kuser, B.S. Vice President for Information Technology Program Director and Security Naomi Starobin, M.S. Robert Tullonge News Director Director, Academic Computing Kate Remington, B.A. Shirley Canaan, M.B.A. Music Director and Host Director, Administrative Computing

Saburo Usami, B.S. PRODUCTION/ENGINEERING Director, Telecom, Mail and Duplicating Julie Freddino, B.S. Director, Production DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Paul Litwinovich, A.S. Paul J. Healy, M.S. Chief Engineer Executive Director for Emergency Management

Jack Fernandez Human Resources Director, Public Safety Robert M. Hardy, M.A. Vice President for Human Resources

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Julia E. Nofri, B.A. Lori Christian Executive Director for Human Resources Major Gift Officer

Lisa Gockley, B.S. Annette Hird Carbone Director, Employee Benefits Grants Writer

Paul Rogalin, A.S. Vincent Civian Executive Director for Human Resources Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development Heidi Foster-Cho, B.S. Human Resources Director for Academic C. Donald Cook Affairs Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Emeritus

Mission and Catholic Identity Oscar Fornoles Director of Prospect Research Michael W. Higgins, Ph.D. Vice President for Mission and Catholic Gina A. Gardner Identity Director of Information Services

Fr. Anthony Ciorra, Ph.D. Katie Gallagher Assistant Vice President for Mission & Alumni Relations Program Coordinator Catholic Identity Emily Gillette Director of Alumni Relations OFFICE OF CAMPUS MINISTRY Virginia M. Harris, Ed.D. Fr. Jerry Ryle Executive Director of Foundations and Grants Director of Campus Ministry Nick Markese Campus Minister Development Coordinator for the Pioneer Club OFFICE OF SERVICE–LEARNING AND VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS Arielle Purcell Assistant Director of Annual Giving Matthew Kaye, Ph.D. Director of Volunteer Programs and Service Judite C. Vamvakides Learning Director of Annual Giving

Anne Whitman University Advancement Special Events Coordinator

William A. Reidy, B.S. Vice President for University Advancement

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Marketing and Communications Full-Time Faculty *tenured Michael L. Iannazzi, M.Div. **tenured effective 9/1/15 Vice President for Marketing and Communications Sandra Adams Funda Alp, B.A. Associate Professor Executive Director of Public Relations Computer Science/Information Technology B.A., C.P.C., M.S., University of Hawaii Alane Bikovsky, M.B.A. Director of Marketing Joseph A. Alicastro Instructor Emily Dauenhauer, M.S. Communication and Media Studies Director of Marketing B.S., Boston University

Tracy Deer-Mirek, B.S. *Eid A. Alkhatib Assistant Director of Communications Chairperson, Chemistry Bill Haug, B.A. Director, Master of Science in Chemistry Communications Coordinator Associate Professor Chemistry Jennifer L. MacLeman, B.A. B.S., Kuwait University Director of Graphic Design M.S., University of New York Ann Miron, A.S. Ph.D., University Rhode Island Director of Special Events and Community Benjamin J. Alper Relations Assistant Professor Deborah Noack, B.A. Chemistry University Editor and Writer B.A., B.S., Clemson University Ph.D., University of Georgia

OFFICE OF WEB CONTENT MANAGEMENT Abu Amin Assistant Professor Nancy Boudreau, B.S. Finance Director of Web Content Management B.B.A., M.B.A., University of Dhaka, Kim Galiette, B.A. Bangladesh Assistant Director of Web Content M.S., University of Nottingham, U.K. Management Ph.D., University of Houston

Caitlin Robles, B.S. *Jeanine K. Andreassi Assistant Director of Web Content Associate Professor Management Management A.B., Lafayette College M.B.A., Ph.D., City University of New York, Baruch College

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*Joseph H. Audie *Kirk Bartholomew Associate Professor Associate Professor Chemistry Biology B.S., Hofstra University B.S., Ph.D., University of Vermont M.S., University of Connecticut Arne Baruca Ph.D., State University of New York at Stony Brook Assistant Professor Marketing Anita August B.S., University of Ljubljana Director, Writing Programs M.B.A., University of Maribor Assistant Professor Ph.D., University of Texas – Pan American English B.A., University of Louisiana Audrey M. Beauvais M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts Undergraduate Nursing Program Director Ph.D., University of Texas at El Paso Assistant Professor Nursing *Gary P. Austin B.S.N., Fairfield University Associate Professor M.S.N., M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Physical Therapy D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University B.S., M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Marlene Beck Jesse I. Bailey Program Director, MSN Program Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Philosophy Nursing B.A., University of Texas at Austin B.S.N., Western Connecticut State University M.A., St. John’s College M.S.N., Sacred Heart University Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University

Michael K. Barbour *Mark A. Beekey Director of Doctoral Studies Associate Professor Assistant Professor Biology Leadership and Literacy B.S., Juniata College B.A., Carleton University Ph.D., University of Delaware B.Ed., M.Ed., Memorial University Ph.D., University of Georgia Lori B. Bindig Director, Performing Arts Program *Anne M. Barker Assistant Professor Professor Communication and Media Studies Nursing B.A., M.A., University of Hartford B.S.N., University of Virginia B.F.A., The Hartt School, University of M.S.N., Catholic University of America Hartford Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University Ph.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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Wendy Bjerke *Rachel E. Bowman Clinical Associate Professor Interim Chairperson, Psychology Human Movement Science Associate Professor B.S., University of California at Davis Psychology M.S., M.P.H., Southern Connecticut State B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University University Ph.D., City University of New York–Hunter Ph.D., Walden University *Benoit Boyer *Yvette Blanchard Professor Professor Accounting Physical Therapy B.S., University of Montreal B.S., M.S., Universite de Montreal Ph.D., University of California, Los Angeles D.Sc., Boston University Bernadette M. Boyle Jody Bortone Assistant Professor Associate Dean, College of Health Mathematics Professions B.A., Providence College Chairperson, Occupational Therapy and Health Sciences M.S., Ph.D., University of Notre Dame Director, Occupational Therapy Program Stephen Briner Clinical Associate Professor Assistant Professor Occupational Therapy Psychology B.S., Columbia University B.A., Lyon College M.A., New York University M.S., University of Memphis Ed.D., Fordham University Ph.D., DePaul University

Rebecca Bourgault *Stephen M. Brown Instructor Professor Biology Management B.S., M.S. University of Maryland B.A., University of Massachusetts Ph.D., University of Vermont M.A., University of Rhode Island Ed.D., Boston University Donna M. Bowers Clinical Associate Professor *Antoinette Bruciati Physical Therapy Coordinator for Education Technology B.S., Northeastern University Associate Professor M.P.H., Southern Connecticut State University Teacher Education B.S., M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., Sacred Heart University Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University

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Pamela Buck *James C. Carl Assistant Professor Dean, Farrington College of Education English Professor B.A., Wellesley College Education M.A., University of Chicago B.A., Union College Ph.D., Tufts University M.A., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison

Stephen Burrows Patricia Carl-Stannard Chair and Program Director, Healthcare Clinical Assistant Professor Information Systems Social Work Clinical Assistant Professor B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Healthcare Information Systems M.S.W., Ohio State University B.S., Brooklyn College of the City University of New York Michael S. Carriger D.P.M., Barry University Director, Human Resources Management M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Assistant Professor Management Colleen Butler-Sweet B.S., D.M., University of Maryland Assistant Professor M.S., University of Pennsylvania Sociology B.A., Mount Holyoke College *Karen T. Cascini Ph.D., Boston University Chairperson, Accounting and Information Systems *Jeffrey P. Cain Professor Chairperson, English Accounting Associate Professor B.S., M.S., University of New Haven English Ph.D., University of Connecticut A.B., Upsala College M.A., University of Pennsylvania *James Castonguay Ph.D., University of Connecticut Director, Master of Arts in Communication Professor David Cameron Communication and Media Studies Clinical Associate Professor B.A., Clark University Physical Therapy M.A., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, B.S., Central Connecticut State University Milwaukee B.S., M.A., University of Connecticut Robin L. Cautin, Ph.D. Ph.D., New York University Dean, College of Arts and Sciences B.A., University of Delaware M.A., PH.D., Case Western Reserve University

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*John Chalykoff Michelle A. Cole Dean, Welch College of Business Assistant Professor Professor Nursing Management B.S.N., Saint Joseph College B.A., Boston College M.S.N., University of Hartford M.B.A., University of Western Ontario D.N.P., University of Massachusetts, Amherst Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology *Maureen A. Conard Karen Christensen Associate Professor Director, Griswold Campus Psychology Clinical Associate Professor B.A., Providence College Teacher Education M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut B.S., M.S., 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University Patricia A. Conti Ph.D., Union Institute Instructor English Valerie L. Christian B.A., San Jose State University Assistant Professor M.S., Boston University Management B.A., Colgate University Linda L. Cook M.B.A., The Amos Tuck School of Business Clinical Assistant Professor Administration, Dartmouth College Nursing B.S.N., Ohio State University *Kevin K. Chui M.P.H., New York Medical College Associate Professor D.N.P., University of Connecticut Physical Therapy B.S., M.S., Long Island University Timothy J. Crader Ph.D., New York University Visiting Assistant Professor Management Ann E. Clark A.S., Norwalk State Technical College Chairperson, Leadership and Literacy B.S., University of Connecticut Director, Educational Leadership Program M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Clinical Associate Professor D.B.A., University of Phoenix Leadership and Literacy B.A., McGill University Bronwyn Cross-Denny M.Ed., Worcester State College Interim Director, Social Work Program Ph.D., University of Connecticut Assistant Professor Social Work B.S., Western Michigan University M.S.W., Ph.D., Fordham University

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*Thomas D. Curran *Lesley A. DeNardis Professor Director, Global Studies History Associate Professor B.A., University of Delaware Political Science M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University B.A., Connecticut College M.A., The George Washington University Rosemary M. Danaher Ph.D., University of Connecticut Instructor Mathematics Susan DeNisco B.S., Fairfield University Interim Chairperson, School of Nursing M.B.A., University of New Haven Graduate Nursing Program Director Associate Professor *Debra Danowski Nursing Associate Professor B.S.N., Western Connecticut State University Communication and Media Studies M.S., Pace University B.S., Sacred Heart University D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University M.S., Syracuse University Ph.D., Capella University Nancy L. Dennert Clinical Assistant Professor Robin L. Danzak Nursing Assistant Professor B.S.N., Barry University Speech-Language Pathology M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., New College of Florida M.S.N., Sacred Heart University M.A., Universidad de Concepción, Chile Ph.D., University of South Florida *Suzanne M. Deschênes Director, Thomas More Honors Program Patricia C. DaSilva Associate Professor Assistant Professor Biology Leadership and Literacy B.A., College of the Holy Cross B.S., 6th Yr., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Eleni Diakogeorgiou *John S. deGraffenried Clinical Assistant Professor Associate Professor Human Movement Science Art and Design B.S., University of Connecticut B.A., University of Miami M.B.A., Sacred Heart University M.F.A., Vermont College of Norwich University

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Clotilde Dudley Smith Richard Falco Assistant Professor Instructor Health Science Communication and Media Studies B.S., Ed.D., University of Bridgeport B.A., State University of New York at Stony M.P.A., University of New Haven Brook

Kwamie O. Dunbar *Linda Farber Director, M.S. in Finance Assistant Professor Assistant Dean, John F. Welch College of Chemistry Business B.S., Dickinson College Assistant Professor M.S., Ph.D., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Finance Beverly Fein B.S., University of the West Indies Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Associate Professor Ph.D., Fordham University Physical Therapy M.S., Fairfield University B.S., University of Pennsylvania Onoriode O. Ekeh M.S., Temple University LLC Academic Co-Leader – Social Justice Ed.D., University of Bridgeport Assistant Professor Theology Heather A. Ferrillo B.S., Daemen College Clinical Assistant Professor M.A., Ph.D., The Catholic University of America Nursing B.S.N., Western Connecticut State University *Michael J. Emery M.S.N., Sacred Heart University Associate Dean, College of Health Professions Harriet A. Fields Chairperson, Physical Therapy and Human Clinical Associate Professor Movement Science Nursing Director, Physical Therapy Program B.S., Mount St. Mary’s College Professor M.Ed., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia Physical Therapy University B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., University of Vermont Maureen B. Fitzpatrick Cara Erdheim Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Leadership and Literacy English B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Colby College M.S., Fairfield University M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University 6th Yr., Ph.D., University of Connecticut

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John Fleming John Gerlach Lecturer Senior Business Executive in Residence and Chemistry Associate Professor B.S., Pennsylvania State University Economics and Finance Ph.D., Michigan State University B.S., Drexel University M.B.A., University of Pennsylvania Kimberly A. Foito Clinical Assistant Professor Michael F. Giarratano Nursing Co–director, Intern Program and Five Year Program A.S.N., B.S.N., Salve Regina University Clinical Assistant Professor M.S.N., Sacred Heart University Teacher Education *Thomas V. Forget B.A., Boston College Associate Professor M.S., 6th Year, University of Bridgeport Leadership and Literacy Randall G. Glading B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University Assistant Professor Lenore D. Frost Leadership and Literacy Clinical Assistant Professor B.S., State University of New York at Cortland Occupational Therapy M.S., Long Island University B.S., Quinnipiac University Ph.D., Fordham University M.A, University of Phoenix Jeffrey H. Glans Ph.D., Walden University Lecturer Susan B. Gannon Chemistry Coordinator, Bachelor of Science in B.S., University of North Carolina Psychology M.S., Ph.D., University of Michigan Instructor Psychology Constance H. Glenn B.A., Sacred Heart University Clinical Assistant Professor M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Nursing B.S.N., M.S.N., Sacred Heart University JoAnne Gatti-Petito Assistant Professor Gregory J. Golda Nursing Instructor B.S., Dickinson College Communication and Media Studies B.S.N., Long Island University B.S., State University of New York at Buffalo M.S.N., University of Pennsylvania M.S., Pennsylvania State University D.N.P., University of Connecticut

378 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*Hema Gopalakrishnan *June-Ann Greeley Associate Professor Associate Professor Mathematics Religious Studies B.S., M.S., Bombay University B.A., Connecticut College M.S., Marquette University M.A., University of Connecticut Ph.D., University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University

George K. Goss *Beau K. Greer Instructor Program Director, Masters of Science in Mathematics Exercise Science and Nutrition B.S., Southern Connecticut State College Associate Professor M.S., Michigan State University Human Movement Science M.A., Wesleyan University B.S., M.A., Furman University Ph.D., Florida State University *Sidney P. Gottlieb Professor *Richard M. Grigg Communication and Media Studies Professor A.B., Bates College Religious Studies M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Rutgers University B.A., University of Iowa M.Div., Drew University *Charlotte M. Gradie Ph.D., University of Iowa Professor History Jason K. Grimes B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Clinical Assistant Professor Physical Therapy Ruth Grant B.S., M.P.T., Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor Psychology *Frances S. Grodzinsky B.A., M.A., University of Bridgeport Co-Director, Hersher Institute for Applied Ethics Ph.D., Columbia University Professor Tanya M. Grant Computer Science/Information Technology Assistant Professor A.B., University of Rochester Criminal Justice M.A., Ph.D., University of Illinois B.A., Fairfield University Michele Guidone M.S., University of New Haven Lecturer Ph.D., Capella University Biology B.S., University of Connecticut M.S., Southern Connecticut University Ph.D., University of Rhode Island

379 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

*Andra Gumbus Marie Hulme Chairperson, Management Director, SHUSquare Project Professor Instructor Management English B.A., Miami University B.A., Smith College M.P.A., University of New Haven M.A., New York University Ed.D., University of Bridgeport M.A.T., Sacred Heart University M.F.A, Fairfield University Chun “Grace” Guo Assistant Professor Mary Ignagni Management Instructor B.A., Sichuan International Studies University, Psychology China B.S. Central Michigan University M.B.A., Oklahoma State University M.A. New York University Ph.D., University of Massachusetts M.S. Baruch College, CUNY

*Dhia A. Habboush *Pearl Jacobs Professor Associate Professor Chemistry Criminal Justice B.Sc., University of Baghdad, Iraq B.A., Hunter College Ph.D., University of Southampton, England M.P.A., Long Island University

Lola Halperin Ph.D., Fordham University Clinical Assistant Professor *Mark Jareb Occupational Therapy Chairperson, Biology B.S., Tel-Aviv University, Israel Associate Professor M.A., New York University Biology

Ronald Hamel B.S., Pennsylvania State University Instructor Ph.D., University of Virginia

Psychology Alka Jauhari B.S., Post College Assistant Professor M.A., Southern Connecticut State University Political Science

Velma E. Heller B.A., Isabella Thoburn College Coordinator, Student Teacher Supervisors M.A., Ph.D., Lucknow University Assistant Professor Teacher Education B.A., City University of New York, Queens College M.S., Ed.D., University of Bridgeport

380 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

Jing “Jack” Jiang *Efim Kinber Assistant Professor Professor Finance Computer Science/Information Technology B.A., Nankai University B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Latvia University International M.B.A., Tsinghua University with Ph.D., Steklov Institute of Math Massachusetts Institute of Technology Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo Stephane J. Kirven LLC Academic Co-Leader – Social Justice Mary-Ellen Johnson Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Criminal Justice Occupational Therapy B.A., Tufts University B.S., Dominican College J.D., Georgetown University M.S., Sacred Heart University O.T.D., Creighton University Kenneth A. Knies Director, Honors LLC Michelle Johnson Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Philosophy Nursing B.A., Brown University B.S.N., University of Michigan M.A., Ph.D., Stony Brook University M.S., Georgia State University Ed.D., University of Phoenix School Heather Miller Kuhaneck Assistant Professor Jo-Marie Kasinak Occupational Therapy Instructor B.S., Boston University Biology M.S., Ohio State University B.S., Sacred Heart University Ph.D., University of Connecticut M.S. Auburn University Gregory Kyrytschenko Jacqueline P. Kelleher Associate Director of Master of Science in Coordinator, NCATE Process Cyber Security Assistant Professor Instructor Teacher Education Computer Science/Information Technology B.A., University of Southern Maine B.S., M.B.A., Sacred Heart University M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut

Christopher J. Kelly Tammy M. Lampley Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Religious Studies Nursing B.A., M.A., University of South Florida B.S.N., M.S.N., Gardner-Webb University Ph.D., University of Iowa Ph.D., University of Nevada

381 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

*Kittipong Laosethakul Corinne A. Lee Associate Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Information Systems Nursing B.S., Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, B.S.N., State University of New York, Thailand Binghamton M.S., University of Alabama M.S.N., Hunter College Ph.D., Auburn University **Nathan Lewis *Michael D. Larobina Associate Professor University Counsel Art and Design Professor B.A., Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts Management M.F.A., Tufts University B.A., Pace University *Lois A. Libby J.D., University of Bridgeport Co-Director, Intern Program and Five Year LL.M., Fordham University School of Law Program

Leanna Lawter Associate Professor Assistant Professor Teacher Education Management B.A., M.Ed., C.A.S., University of Maine B.A., Colgate University Ph.D., University of Connecticut

M.S., University of Vermont Justin Liberman M.B.A., University of Connecticut Clinical Instructor Ph.D., The City University of New York Communication and Media Studies

Andrew Lazowski B.A., Sacred Heart University Assistant Professor M.F.A., Columbia University

Mathematics *Stephen J. Lilley B.S., Hofstra University Chairperson, Sociology Ph.D., Wesleyan University Professor

Marian Leal Sociology Instructor B.A., College of the Holy Cross Biology M.A., Ph.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst B.S., M.S., St. John’s University Ralph Lim Joslin B. Leasca Associate Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Economics and Finance Nursing B.S.E., Princeton University B.S.N., Regents University M.B.A., Wharton School, University of M.S.N., D.N.P., University of Rhode Island Pennsylvania

382 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*Maria Lizano-DiMare Anthony D. Macari Associate Professor Executive Director Teacher Education Graduate Programs B.S., University of Switzerland Clinical Assistant Professor M.A., Ed.D., University of Hartford Finance B.A., M.B.A., University of Connecticut Karl M. Lorenz J.D., Pace University Director, Student Teaching and Teacher Certification *Richard M. Magee Clinical Associate Professor Associate Professor Teacher Education English B.S., Illinois Benedictine College B.A., University of California at Berkeley M.A., Ed.D., Columbia University M.A., Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo *Michelle Loris Ph.D., Fordham University Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Professor Mahfuja Malik English Assistant Professor B.A., Sacred Heart University Accounting M.A., M.S., University of Bridgeport M.B.A., University of Dhaka Ph.D., Fordham University M.B.A. Brandeis University Psy.D., Antioch New England Ph.D., Boston University

*Peter Loth *Edward W. Malin Professor Associate Dean, Farrington College of Mathematics Education M.S. equiv., University of Erlangen, Nurnberg, Interim Chair, Teacher Education Germany Professor Ph.D., Wesleyan University Teacher Education B.A., University of Notre Dame Cuauhtemoc “Temo” Luna-Nevarez M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University Assistant Professor Marketing *Khawaja A. Mamun B.S., M.S., Monterrey Institute of Technology Chairperson, Associate Professor and Higher Education Associate Professor M.B.A., Ph.D., New Mexico State University Economics and Finance

*Bridget Lyons B.S.S., M.S.S., M.B.A., University of Dhaka, Bangladesh Professor M.A., Ph.D., Southern Methodist University Economics and Finance B.A., Georgetown University M.S., Columbia University D.P.S., Pace University

383 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

*Christel Manning *Jennifer Mattei Professor Director, Master of Science in Environmental Religious Studies Systems Analysis Management B.A., Tufts University Professor M.A., Ph.D., University of California Biology B.S., University of Maryland Peter A. Maresco M.F.S., Yale University Clinical Associate Professor Ph.D., SUNY at Stony Brook Marketing B.A., University of Charleston Keri A. Matthews M.A., Fairfield University Instructor Ph.D., Walden University Computer Science/Information Technology B.A., Tufts University *Claire Marrone M.S., University of New Haven Coordinator, Italian and French Professor Damon Maulucci Foreign Languages and Cultures Visiting Assistant Professor B.A., University of Delaware Communication and Media Studies M.A., Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania B.A., M.A., University of Massachusetts M.F.A., Columbia University *Robert F. Marsh Associate Professor William F. Mayer Management Director, Master of Science in Applied Psychology B.S., Miami University Lecturer M.B.A., Xavier University Psychology Ph.D., University of Cincinnati B.A., Colorado State University *Mark J. Mascia M.A., Psy.D., Alliant International University Chairperson, Foreign Languages and Cultures *Robin L. McAllister Coordinator, Spanish Associate Professor Associate Professor English Foreign Languages and Cultures B.A., Wesleyan University B.A., University of Pennsylvania M.A., Ph.D., Princeton University M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University

Paul W. Massey Assistant Professor Teacher Education B.S., University of Hartford M.A., 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University

384 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*James E. McCabe John P. McTighe Chairperson, Criminal Justice Assistant Professor Director, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Social Work Associate Professor B.A., Concordia University Criminal Justice M.Div., Washington Theological Union B.A., City University of New York, Queens M.S.W., Ph.D., New York University College M.A., State University of New York, Empire Dawn K. Melzer State College Assistant Professor M.A., City University of New York, John Jay Psychology College B.A., State University of New York at M.Phil., Ph.D., City University of New York, Binghamton Graduate School and University Center M.S., Ph.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst Sharon M. McCloskey Clinical Assistant Professor *Steven J. Michels Occupational Therapy Associate Professor National Board for Certification in Political Science Occupational Therapy (B.S. O.T, equivalent) B.S., Eastern Michigan University M.B.A., University of New Haven M.S., University of Georgia Ph.D., Loyola University, Chicago *Robert C. McCloud Faculty Representative and Advisor, *Anca C. Micu Fulbright Associate Dean, John F. Welch College of Associate Professor Business Computer Science/Information Technology Associate Professor B.A., Williams College Marketing Ed.D., University of Bridgeport B.S., B.A., Academy for Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania **Enda F. McGovern M.B.A., Ph.D., University of Missouri Associate Professor Marketing *Andrew Miller B.E., M.B.A., University College, Galway, Chairperson, Communication and Media Ireland Studies Ph.D., Brunel University, United Kingdom Associate Professor Communication and Media Studies Jennifer P. McLaughlin A.B., University of Michigan Instructor M.A., University of Iowa History Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh B.A., Fordham University M.A., College of William and Mary

385 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

Kerry A. Milner Amanda Moras Assistant Professor Director, Women’s Studies Nursing Academic Co-Leader, LLC – Social Justice B.S.N., University of Connecticut Assistant Professor M.S.N., Southern Connecticut State University Sociology D.N.S., Yale University School of Nursing B.A., William Patterson University M.A., Ph.D., University of Florida *Mindy Miserendino Psychology Patrick W. Morris, Jr. Associate Professor Assistant Professor Psychology Criminal Justice B.A., Franklin and Marshall College B.S., University of Delaware M.A., Ph.D., New York University M.P.A., University of New Haven Ph.D., City University of New York Theresa Miyashita Program Director, Athletic Training Linda S. Morrow Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Athletic Training Nursing B.S., Canisius College B.S.N., Edinboro State University M.A., University of North Carolina M.S.N., George College and State University Ph.D., Colorado State University M.B.A., Mercer University D.N.P., Duquesne University Christopher F. Mojcik Lecturer Julie Mujic Biology Assistant Professor B.A., Washington University History M.D., Ph.D., University of Connecticut School B.S., Indiana University of Medicine M.A., Ph.D., Kent State University

*Jason Molitierno Marcus B. Müller Chairperson, Mathematics Assistant Professor Associate Professor Management at Luxembourg Mathematics S.Sc., Hoschschule Für Technik Und B.S., Connecticut College Wirtschaft, Germany Ph.D., University of Connecticut M.B.A., Melbourne Business School, Australia Ph.D., University of the Sunshine Coast, Matthew F. Moran Australia Program Director, Undergraduate Exercise Science *Pilar Munday Assistant Professor Associate Professor Human Movement Science Foreign Languages and Cultures B.S., The College of William and Mary A.S., B.A., University of Granada, Spain M.S., Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University M.A., Ph.D., New York University

386 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

Annmarie Murphy Gail M. Nordmoe Lecturer Assistant Professor Psychology Teacher Education B.A., State University of New York, Albany B.A., University of Illinois M.S., Ph.D., Rutgers University M.Ed., Ed.D., Wayne State University

*Edward T. Murray *Lucjan T. Orlowski Director, MAT Director, DBA in Finance Associate Professor Professor Teacher Education Economics and Finance B.S., M.S., Southern Connecticut State M.A., Ph.D., Academy of Economy, Katowice, University Poland Ph.D., University of Connecticut Paul E. Pabst Joseph L. Nagy Instructor Instructor Communication and Media Studies English B.A., Southern Illinois University B.A., Fairfield University *Rupendra Paliwal M.A., Regis University Associate Professor Gerald E. Neipp Economics and Finance Assistant Professor B.E., Govt. Engineering College, Jabalpur, Teacher Education India B.S., Boston University M.B.A., ICFAI Business School, Ahmedabad, India M.S., Central Connecticut State University Ph.D., University of Connecticut Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University *Danny A. Pannese Terry Neu Associate Professor Assistant Professor Accounting Teacher Education B.S., Sacred Heart University B.A., Harding University M.S., University of New Haven M.S., University of Central Arkansas Ph.D., University of Connecticut Anthony Papa Lecturer *Laura Niesen de Abruna Criminal Justice Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs B.A., City University of New York, Baruch College Professor J.D., New York Law School English A.B., Smith College M.A., Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill M.S.Ed., University of Pennsylvania

387 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

*Edward A. Papa *Barbara J. Pierce Associate Professor Associate Professor Philosophy Biology A.B., Georgetown University B.Sc., Eastern Connecticut State University Ph.D., State University of New York at Stony M.A., Central Connecticut State University Brook Ph.D., University of Rhode Island

Phani C. Papachristos Domenick Pinto Instructor Chairperson, Computer Science and Mathematics Information Technology B.S., M.S., Southern Connecticut State Director, Master of Computer Science and University Information Technology Associate Professor Richard Pate Computer Science/Information Science Assistant Professor B.S., Fairfield University Business Law Management M.A., Fordham University B.A., University of Bridgeport M.A., Southern Connecticut State University J.D., Quinnipiac College M.S., Polytechnic Institute of New York *Rhea Paul Anna E. Price Chair and Program Director, Speech- Language Pathology Assistant Professor Professor Exercise Science Speech-Language Pathology B.S., Furman University B.A., Brandeis University M.S., University of Florida Ed.M., Harvard University Ph.D., University of South Carolina

Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Gordon Purves Shirley A. Pavone Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Philosophy Psychology B.A., Bucknell University B.S., Sacred Heart University Ph.D., University of South Carolina

M.S., Fairfield University John Rapaglia Ph.D., The Union Institute Graduate School Assistant Professor

Andrew Pierce Biology Lecturer B.S., Mary Washington College Philosophy M.S., Ph.D., State University of New York at Stony Brook B.A., M.A., Michigan State University Ph.D., Loyola University

388 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*Gerald F. Reid *Sara Ross Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Associate Professor Program Director, Irish Studies Communication and Media Studies Professor B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Sociology/Anthropology **Nicole M. Roy B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Co-Advisor, Pre-Health Professions M.A., University of Chicago Associate Professor Wendy M. Romney Biology Clinical Assistant Professor B.S., Assumption College Physical Therapy Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Medical B.S., M.S.P.T., D.P.T., Ithaca College School

Peter J. Ronai Tuvana Rua Clinical Associate Professor Instructor Exercise Science and Nutrition Management B.S., M.S., Southern Connecticut State B.A., Bogazici University University M.B.A., International University of Monaco M.A., Emerson College *John B. Roney Ph.D., The City University of New York Chairperson, History Professor *Stephen Rubb History Professor B.A., King’s College, New York Economics and Finance M.A., Wheaton Graduate School B.S., University of Dayton Ph.D., University of Toronto M.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Ph.D., Northeastern University Sherry L. Roper Assistant Professor Linda-Jo Russo Nursing Instructor B.S., M.S., The Pennsylvania State University Nursing Ph.D., The University of Tennessee Health A.S.N., St. Vincent’s College of Nursing Science Center B.S.B.M., Albertus Magnus College

*Gary L. Rose M.S.N., University of Hartford Chairperson, Government, Politics and Gail Samdperil Global Studies Clinical Associate Professor Professor Human Movement Science Political Science B.S., Boston University B.A., University of New Haven M.A.T., University of North Carolina at Chapel M.A., Kansas State University Hill Ph.D., Miami University of Ohio Ed.D., Fordham University

389 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

Jessica Samuolis Eric P. Scibek Lecturer Clinical Assistant Professor Psychology Human Movement Science B.A., M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Quinnipiac College Ph.D., Fordham University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University

*James Santomier *Cima A. Sedigh Professor Associate Professor Sport Management Teacher Education B.A., M.A., Montclair State University B.S., New York Institute of Technology Ph.D., University of Utah B.A., University of Dakar M.S., Ed.D., University of Hartford Ann-Marie Saranich Clinical Assistant Professor Pennie Sessler-Branden Nursing Clinical Assistant Professor B.S.N., Southern Connecticut State University Nursing M.S.N., Sacred Heart University B.S.N., George Mason University M.S.N., Columbia University Francesco Sardo Ph.D., Villanova University Instructor Computer Science David Shaenfield B.F.A., Massachusetts College of Art and Lecturer Design Psychology M.S., Sacred Heart University B.S., The University of Texas, Austin

Stephen A. Scarpati Ph.D., Teachers College, Columbia University Clinical Associate Professor Carolyn J. Shiffman Accounting Health Sciences Program Director B.S., M.B.A., Fordham University Assistant Professor

Sheelagh M. Schlegel Health Science Instructor B.S.N., Baylor University Occupational Therapy M.N.A., University of Phoenix B.S., University of Dublin, Trinity College Ph.D., Capella University

M.P.H., Southern Connecticut State University *Eun Sup Shim Kristin A. Schweizer Professor Associate Director, Clinical Education for Accounting Physical Therapy B.S., Dong-Guk University, Seoul Clinical Assistant Professor M.B.A., Ph.D., Rutgers University Physical Therapy B.S., Fairfield University M.P.T., Allegheny University of the Health Sciences

390 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*Joshua A. Shuart Alison Sprengelmeyer Chairperson, Marketing and Sport Director, Clinical Education, Speech- Management Language Pathology Associate Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Sport Management Speech-Language Pathology B.A., Grove City College B.A., Johns Hopkins University M.A., St. Bonaventure University M.Ed., University of Virginia Ph.D., University of Connecticut *Roberta Lynne Staples *Marlina Slamet Professor Associate Professor English Physics B.A., Russell Sage College B.S., University of Indonesia M.A., University of Virginia M.A., Brooklyn College of City University of Ph.D., University of Massachusetts New York Ph.D., City University of New York Graduate LaTina Steele School and University Center Lecturer Biology Rebecca A. Smart B.S., Ph.D., University of South Alabama Clinical Assistant Professor Nursing Alfred Steinherr B.S.N., University of Virginia Academic Director, Luxembourg Campus M.P.H., New York Medical College Professor M.S.N., Sacred Heart University Management Diploma, University of Madrid, Spain Lisa Smith Diploma, University of Florence, Italy Lecturer M.A., McMaster University, Ont., Canada Psychology M.S., George Washington University B.A., Binghamton University, SUNY Ph.D., Cornell University M.S., Psy.D., Nova Southeastern University Dezroy Stewart *Penny A. Snetsinger Visiting Assistant Professor Associate Professor Accounting Chemistry B.S., University of the West Indies A.B., Brandeis University M.B.A., University of Connecticut M.S., University of Illinois Ph.D., University of New Hampshire

391 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

Julie A. Stewart **Jing’an Tang Interim Program Director, DNP Program Associate Professor Program Director, FNP Program Management Assistant Professor B.A., Renmin (People’s) Univ. of China Nursing M.B.A., University of Maryland B.S.N., Regents College, University of the Ph.D., University of Western Ontario State of New York M.S.N., Sacred Heart University Barbara Magi Tarasovich M.P.H., University of Connecticut Health Director, MS Accounting Center Assistant Professor D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University Accounting B.S., M.B.A., Sacred Heart University *Brian Stiltner D.P.S., Pace University Chairperson, Philosophy, Theology, and Religious Studies *Christina J. Taylor Associate Professor Associate Professor Religious Studies Psychology B.A., Carroll University B.A., Sacred Heart University M.A.R., Yale Divinity School M.A., University of Missouri M.Phil., Ph.D., Yale University M.Phil., Ph.D., City University of New York

Julianna M. Stockton David G. Taylor Assistant Professor Director, Digital Marketing Mathematics Assistant Professor B.S., Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering Marketing M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Teacher’s College, B.S., The University of Texas Columbia University B.B.A., LeTourneau University **Geffrey F. Stopper M.B.A., Ph.D., University of North Texas Associate Professor *Thomas A. Terleph Biology Co-Advisor, Pre-Health Professions B.A., Hartwick College Associate Professor M.S., Ph.D., Yale University Biology *Linda L. Strong B.A., Columbia University Program Director, RN to BSN and RN to MSN Ph.D., City University of New York, Graduate Program School and University Center Assistant Professor Brian Thorne Nursing Instructor B.S.N., University of Bridgeport Communication and Media Studies M.S.N., The Catholic University of America B.S., Sacred Heart University Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University

392 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

*Mary Garlington Trefry Albert Wakin Coordinator, Luxembourg Instructor Associate Professor Psychology Management B.A., M.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., Agnes Scott College 6th Year, Southern Connecticut State M.L.S., University of Maryland University

M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University *Jonathan Walker Mary L. Treschitta Chairperson, Art and Design Assistant Professor Associate Professor Art and Design Art and Design B.A., M.A.T., University of New Hampshire B.A., Southern Connecticut State College M.F.A., Miami International University of Art M.F.A., University of Connecticut and Design *Patricia Wade Walker Jennifer M. Trudeau Dean, College of Health Professions Assistant Professor Professor Economics and Finance Medical Technology B.S., Fairfield University B.S., University of Illinois at Chicago M.A., University of New Hampshire M.A., Central Michigan University Ph.D., University of New Hampshire Ed.D., Loyola University of Chicago

*Michael J. Ventimiglia Michael Ward Co-Director, Hersher Institute for Applied Lecturer Ethics Mathematics Coordinator, Art of Thinking B.S., Cornell University Associate Professor M.A., New York University Philosophy B.A., M.A., Fordham University Karen C. Waters Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University Director, CT Literacy Specialist Program Clinical Assistant Professor *Gregory F. Viggiano Leadership and Literacy Associate Professor B.A., M.S., University of Bridgeport History 6th Year, Southern Connecticut State B.A., University of Montana University M.A., University of Texas Ed.D., Walden University M.Phil., Ph.D., Yale University Sherylyn M. Watson Clinical Assistant Professor Nursing B.S.N., Fairfield University M.S.N., Quinnipiac University

393 2014-2015 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG

Valerie Wherley Emmanuel Yung Clinical Assistant Professor Clinical Assistant Professor Exercise Science Physical Therapy B.S., M.S., University of Maine B.S., University of Santo Tomas Manila, Ph.D., University of Connecticut Philippines M.A., New York University Michelle E. Wormley D.P.T., University of Southern California Clinical Assistant Professor Physical Therapy *Jonas Zdanys B.S., M.P.T., Quinnipiac University Professor English Mary E. Yakimowski B.A., Yale University Assistant Professor M.A., Ph.D., State University of New York Educational Leadership B.S., Bridgewater State College *Jijin “Michael” Zhang M.A., 6th Yr., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Associate Professor Management **Deirdre M. Yeater B.A., Guangzhou Institute of Foreign Associate Professor Language Psychology M. Ph., Eastern Washington University B.S., State University of New York, Maritime M.B.A., Gonzaga University College D.B.A., Cleveland State University M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi

Christopher C. York Emeriti Faculty Clinical Assistant Professor Management Edward J. Bordeau A.B., Colgate University Professor Emeritus M.A., University of Hawaii Religious Studies J.D., Emory University Law School Ph.B., University of Montreal M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University Eileen T. Yost Clinical Assistant Professor Donald W. Brodeur Nursing Professor Emeritus A.S., B.S.N., Pace University Psychology M.S.N., Western Connecticut State University B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Fordham University

*Sandra G. Young Ralph L. Corrigan, Jr. Associate Professor Professor Emeritus English English B.A., Rosary College B.A., Iona College M.A., Ph.D., University of Louisville M.A., Ph.D., Fordham University

394 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014-2015

Angela DiPace Theodore Gutswa Professor Emerita Professor Emeritus English Art B.A., Quinnipiac College B.A., Jersey City State College M.A., State University of New York at M.F.A., Pratt Institute Binghamton Ph.D., Washington State University Saul Haffner Professor Emeritus Edward Donato Management Professor Emeritus B.S., Polytechnic Institute of New York History M.B.A., Hofstra University B.A., M.A., Providence College Thomas H. Hicks Michael J. Emery Professor Emeritus Professor Emeritus Psychology Physical Therapy and Human Movement B.A., Cathedral College Science S.T.B., The Catholic University of America B.S., Ed.D., FAPTA , University of Vermont M.S.Ed., Iona College Rawlin A. Fairbaugh Ph.D., St. John’s University Professor Emeritus William B. Kennedy Management Professor Emeritus B.A., Washington and Jefferson University History M.B.A., New York University Vice President, Public Affairs Ed.D., University of Bridgeport B.A., University of Bridgeport Ramzi N. Frangul M.A. University of Pennsylvania Professor Emeritus 6th Yr. Certificate, University of Bridgeport Economics and Finance John F. Kikoski B.A., University of Baghdad, Iraq Professor Emeritus M.S., Loyola University of Chicago Political Science Ph.D., New York University B.A., Wesleyan University Edward W. Gore M.A., Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Professor Emeritus Rose Marie B. Kinik Management Professor Emerita B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology Mathematics M.S., Columbia University B.A., Molloy College O.P.S. Pace University M.A., St. John’s University

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Carol Kravitz Jean Silva Professor Emerita Professor Emerita Nursing Mathematics B.S., Regents College B.S., Seton Hall University M.S., Binghampton University M.A., 6th Yr., Fairfield University

Michelle Lusardi Maria-Teresa Torreira Tenorio Professor Emerita Professor Emerita Physical Therapy Modern Languages (Spanish) B.S., SUNY Downstate Medical Center B.S., Nuestra Senora del Sagrado Corazon, M.S., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Madrid, Spain M.A., Social Institute Leo XIII Judith D. Miller Ph.D., University of Madrid, Spain Professor Emerita English Constance E. Young B.A., Tufts University Professor Emerita M.A., Western Connecticut State College Nursing Ph.D., University of Connecticut B.S., Burbank Hospital School of Nursing and State College at Fitchburg Camille P. Reale M.A., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia Professor Emerita University Management Virginia F. Zic B.S., Central Connecticut State College Professor Emerita M.S., Fairfield University Art Leland R. Roberts Ph.B., DePaul University Professor Emeritus M.A., Villa Schiffanoia Graduate School of Fine Arts, Italy Music B.M., M.M., University of Kansas M.F.A., Syracuse University

Carol D. Schofield Carol Kravitz Professor Emerita Professor Emerita Biology Nursing B.S., College of Mount St. Vincent B.S., Regents College M.S., Fordham University M.S., Binghampton University Ph.D., University of Connecticut Michelle Lusardi Paul Siff Professor Emerita Professor Emeritus Physical Therapy History B.S., SUNY Downstate Medical Center B.A., Brooklyn College M.S., Ph.D., University of Connecticut Ph.D., University of Rochester

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Judith D. Miller Maria-Teresa Torreira Tenorio Professor Emerita Professor Emerita English Modern Languages (Spanish) B.A., Tufts University B.S., Nuestra Senora del Sagrado Corazon, M.A., Western Connecticut State College Madrid, Spain Ph.D., University of Connecticut M.A., Social Institute Leo XIII Ph.D., University of Madrid, Spain Camille P. Reale Professor Emerita Constance E. Young Management Professor Emerita B.S., Central Connecticut State College Nursing M.S., Fairfield University B.S., Burbank Hospital School of Nursing and State College at Fitchburg Leland R. Roberts M.A., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia Professor Emeritus University Music Virginia F. Zic B.M., M.M., University of Kansas Professor Emerita Carol D. Schofield Art Professor Emerita Ph.B., DePaul University Biology M.A., Villa Schiffanoia Graduate School of Fine Arts, Italy B.S., College of Mount St. Vincent M.F.A., Syracuse University M.S., Fordham University Ph.D., University of Connecticut

Paul Siff Professor Emeritus History B.A., Brooklyn College Ph.D., University of Rochester

Jean Silva Professor Emerita Mathematics B.S., Seton Hall University M.A., 6th Yr., Fairfield University

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