HILBERT COLLEGE 5200 SOUTH PARK AVENUE HAMBURG, NEW YORK 14075 (716) 649 - 7900 (800) 649 - 8003 www.hilbert.edu [email protected] COLLEGE CATALOG 2010-2012 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2010-2011
Fall 2010 Convocation (required for First Year Students)… Summer Session I 2011 Classes begin at 12:25 Tuesday, September 7 First Class Session Monday, May 9 First Class Session for Day and Evening Classes Drop/Add Period Ends – Last Day to Receive Full Refund Tuesday, September 7 Tuesday, May 10 Drop/Add Period Ends – Last Day to Receive Full Refund Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty Tuesday, September 14 Friday, May 13 Feast of Saint Francis Observed.-classes suspended 12:25pm-1:40pm Last Class Session Monday, October 4 Friday, May 27 Fall Holiday College Closed Friday, October 15 Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty. Summer Session II 2011 Friday, November 5 Memorial Day – No Classes Monday, May 30 Academic Advisement & Registration for Spring 2011 begins First Class Session Tuesday, May 31 Monday, November 8 Drop/Add Period Ends–Last Day to Receive Full Refund Thanksgiving Recess Friday, June 3 Wednesday, November 24 through Sunday, November 28 Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty Last Class Session for Evening Classes Monday, June 13 Thursday, December 16 Last Class Session Last Class Session for Weekday Classes Friday, July 15 Friday, December 17 Last Class Session for Saturday Classes Summer Session III 2011 (on-line format only) Saturday, December 18 First Class Session Monday, July 25 Final Examination Period for Weekday Classes Drop/Add Period Ends–La st Day to Receive Full Refund Monday, December 20 through Wednesday, December 22 Tuesday, July 26 Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty Spring 2011 Friday, July 29 College Wide Meeting Last Class Session Wednesday, January 12 Friday, August 12 Orientation for New Students Friday. January 14 Martin Luther King Day – No Classes Monday, January 17 First Class Session for Day and Evening Classes Tuesday, January 18 Drop/Add Period Ends – Last Day to Receive Full Refund Tuesday, January 25 Presidents’ Day – No Classes Monday, February 21 Spring Break Sunday, March 13 through Sunday, March 20 Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty Friday, March 25 Academic Advisement and Registration for Fall 2011 begins Monday, March 28 Easter Recess Friday, April 22 through Monday, April 25 Last Class Session for Saturday Classes Saturday, April 30 Last Class Session for Weekday Classes and Evening Classes Monday, May 2 Final Examination Period for Weekday/Evening Classes Tuesday, May 3 through Thursday, May 5 Baccalaureate Mass/Commencement Saturday, May 7
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THE COLLEGE Mission Statement ...... 2 Articulation with St. Bonaventure University ...... 55 Philosophy Statement ...... 2 Core Values ...... 2 ACADEMIC POLICIES Customer Information Safeguards ...... 3 Liberal Learning Outcomes ...... 56 General Education Core Requirements ...... 57 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Degree Requirements ...... 57 Admissions ...... 4 Grading System/Academic Standing ...... 58 New York State Registered Programs ...... 6 Withdrawals/Leaves of Absence ...... 59 Grade Grievance Policy ...... 60 FINANCING AN EDUCATION Academic Misconduct ...... 61 Federal Financial Aid Programs ...... 7 Honors and Awards ...... 63 State Financial Aid Programs ...... 8
Scholarships ...... 9 FINANCIAL INFORMATION PROGRAMS Financial Policies ...... 65 Arts & Science Division ...... 13 Refund Policies ...... 67 English ...... 13 Applying for Financial Aid ...... 68 Digital Media and Communication ...... 14 Costs & Estimated Budgets ...... 70 Liberal Arts ...... 16 Specific Aid Program Information ...... 70 Non-degree Programs within Arts and Sciences Satisfactory Academic Progress requirement ...... 74 Division…………… ...... 18 Art History…… ...... 18 TRANSFER POLICY AND AGREEMENTS Foreign Languages……… ...... 18 Transfer Policy ...... 76 Mathematics…… ...... 19 Two-Year College Graduates ...... 76 Music………… ...... 19 Hilbert and Area High Schools ...... 77 Science……… ...... 20 General Studies…… ...... 21 STUDENT LIFE Criminal Justice/Forensic Science Division ...... 22 Student Life ...... 79 Criminal Justice ...... 22 Career Planning Services ...... 82 Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation ...... 25 Residence Life ...... 84 Professional Studies Division Student Grievance Policy ...... 85 Accounting ...... 28 Commercial Accounting Track ...... 29 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ...... 87 Economic Crime Investigation Track ...... 30 Business Administration ...... 31 COLLEGE PERSONNEL Computer Security and Information Assurance….. . 34 Officers ...... 160 Legal Studies ...... 36 Administrative and Professional Staff ...... 160 Paralegal Program ...... 38 Academic Services ...... 160 Social Science Division ...... 38 Faculty ...... 162 Human Services ...... 39 Board of Trustees ...... 167 Liberal Studies ...... 42 Trustees Emeriti ...... 168 Political Science ...... 43 Memberships ...... 168 Psychology ...... 45 Rehabilitation Services ...... 47 MAP & CONTACT INFORMATION ...... 171 General Education Courses ...... 49 Mailing address and contact information ...... 170 Honors ...... 50 Location and facilities ...... 170 Leadership Scholarship Program ...... 53 Academic Minors ...... 54 ACADEMIC CALENDAR………(INSIDE COVER) Hilbert College Online ...... 54 Study Abroad ...... 55 Teacher Certification...... 55 2 HILBERT COLLEGE
The College CORE VALUES Hilbert College is a Catholic independent, co- educational, four-year institution whose degree programs The core values that provide a framework for the Hilbert are registered by the New York State Education community to accomplish the college mission are Department and is accredited by the Commission on respect, service, hope, joy, integrity, vision, compassion, Higher Education of the Middle States Association of and peace. Defined in our Franciscan tradition, they are Colleges and Schools. Governed by a Board of as follows: Trustees, the College is authorized to offer baccalaureate degrees in Accounting, Business Administration, Respect is recognition and reverence for God‘s Communication Studies, Criminal Justice, Computer presence in all creation including ourselves, others, Security & Information Assurance, English, Forensic and the environment. Science/Crime Scene Investigation, Human Services, Liberal Studies (Law and Government), Paralegal Service is selflessly working and advocating for the Studies, Psychology, and Rehabilitation Services, as well-being of others, especially the poor, the under- well as associate degrees in Accounting, Banking, educated, and those in need. Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Legal Studies, Liberal Arts, and Management Compassion is heartfelt concern for another Information Systems. person‘s suffering or need, accompanied by action to help better the situation. MISSION STATEMENT Peace is God‘s love radiating from the core of one‘s Hilbert College is an independent institution of higher being to others, resulting in non-violence, learning that embraces its Catholic Franciscan heritage and values. Students from diverse backgrounds are forgiveness, reconciliation, and harmony. educated in liberal arts and professional programs to become informed citizens committed to serving and Hope is the desire for a future good, joined with strengthening their communities. perseverance and trust that it can be attained with God's help. PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT Joy is a conviction - outwardly manifested in an Hilbert College strives to be faithful to the deep and exuberant demeanor - that throughout the good and diverse historical foundations on which it rests. From despite the bad times in life, the Spirit of God is the founding congregation of the Franciscan Sisters of always within us. St. Joseph, we embrace the traditions of St. Francis: respect, service, hope, vision, joy, integrity, compassion, and peace. From the noble legacies of the liberal arts Integrity is firm adherence to doing what is right no academy, we honor intellectual inquiry, freedom of matter what the circumstances may be. thought, breadth of knowledge, and lifelong learning. And from our own history, we continue to reach out to Vision is the ability to imagine what can be with students from all backgrounds. We are committed to God‘s help. providing them skills and resources to achieve success in a wide range of careers, recognizing that in today‘s world, that entails equipping students to respond to a rapidly changing global environment.
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Safeguarding Customer Keeping Customer Information Secure
Information Notice Hilbert College restricts access to nonpublic personal information to those employees who need to know that Recent legislation enacted by the Federal Trade information in order to provide service to customers. Commission requires colleges and universities to act in Hilbert College maintains physical, electronic and compliance regarding the safeguarding of customer procedural safeguards that comply with Federal Trade information. Hilbert College acknowledges this Commission standards to protect customer nonpublic requirement and publicizes this notice to alert its personal information. Information on this issue can be customers that those policies and procedures are in place found at the following website: to protect all nonpublic personal information about its http://www.ftc.gov/privacy/glbact/index.html customers. A copy of our safeguarding customer information policy is available upon request. This notice applies to students as customers.
Information Collected by Hilbert College
Hilbert College collects nonpublic personal information about its customers from the following sources: Applications, financial aid and other forms; Financial transactions and methods of payment.
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Hilbert College does not disclose any nonpublic personal information about its customers or former customers to anyone that is not affiliated with Hilbert College, except as permitted by law.
Hilbert College discloses customer information to its affiliates that are service providers to the school. Service providers include companies such as banks and other lending institutions, collection agencies, loan processing agencies and credit card processing companies. The customer information accessed by service providers includes name, address, date of birth, phone number, social security number, driver‘s license number and state, loan amount, loan number, loan period, tuition cost, tuition payments, balance owed, financial aid awarded, cost of attendance, expected family contribution, enrollment status and graduation date.
3 4 HILBERT COLLEGE academically dismissed from another college are eligible Admissions for transfer admissions following the lapse of one semester. The Admissions Office is located on the lower level Special Transfer Articulation agreements are available to of Franciscan Hall. Its staff provides the necessary students who have graduated with a two-year degree. information, resources and opportunities for Hilbert College, which has these agreements with prospective students to learn more about the options twenty-nine local public and private colleges, provides available to them at Hilbert College. these students with unique benefits and guarantees. See the ―Transfer Agreement‖ section for specifics detailing One of the best ways to find out more about Hilbert this opportunity. (p. 73) College is to visit our campus. Throughout the year, the Admissions Office hosts several evening visit Admissions for Adult Learners programs that offer students the opportunity to talk The student body of Hilbert College represents a great to faculty, admissions and financial aid counselors, diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Many of graduates and current students. In addition, we these students are adults who have not come directly make every effort to provide the same services to from high school. Hilbert College encourages adults seeking to continue their education by providing career students who drop in the office or make a pre- counseling, evening classes, and access to various scheduled appointment. support services. Adult students who attend on a full-
Students may also elect to have a tour given to them by time or part-time basis may be eligible for some type of Student Ambassadors. Our ambassador program is a federal and state financial assistance. select group of highly motivated and successful Hilbert Early Admissions and Advanced College Credit students who have volunteered their time to share, their Programs experiences and views of our college with new and Hilbert College offers two programs for select students prospective students. This provides a unique opportunity who have completed their junior year in high school that for new applicants and parents to ask current students allow them to attend classes during either the summer the questions that only they can answer. between their junior and senior years or simultaneously
General Admissions during their senior year for college credit. These Admission for high school graduates is based upon past programs make it possible for students to shorten the academic performance, demonstrated scholastic ability time required to earn a degree by combining their senior and personal characteristics. In all cases, students are year at high school with their first-year college courses considered for admission without regard to their age, at Hilbert College. race, creed, sex, ethnic background, or physical The Early Admissions Program permits eligible high handicap. Students may be asked to come for an school students to attend Hilbert College and complete interview to discuss their educational plans more their freshman year of college while they finish high thoroughly. school. These students are considered full time freshmen provided that they are registered for 12 credits or more The College seeks to make all its programs and services during the semester, but are not eligible for financial aid available to all students within the requirements of until they complete high school diploma requirements. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Normal tuition and fees apply. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1988, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991. The Advanced College Credit Program permits students to take classes in the summer and one or two courses Transfer Admissions during their senior year. These students may enroll on a Students transferring into Hilbert College from another space available basis and must meet course prerequisites. institution may have their credits evaluated for transfer No application or college fees will be charged. Students into one of Hilbert's degree-granting programs. Before will pay at a rate of two-thirds of regular tuition. an admissions decision can be made, all official college Admissions consideration for these two programs is transcripts and credentials from previously attended highly selective and requires a recommendation from a colleges and universities must be submitted to the Office high school guidance counselor or principal as well as of Admissions. Departmental Chairpersons will officially evaluate all transcripts. Students who were 4 5 HILBERT COLLEGE the approval of the Director of Admissions at Hilbert Senior Citizens Admissions/Fees College. Persons over 60 years of age may take courses of their choice on a space available basis, tuition free. If they Verification of Immunization desire credit full tuition will be charged. Verification of immunizations is a requirement in compliance with the New York State Public Health Law ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES FOR (NYS PHL) §2165, all students enrolled for six or more credit hours and were born on or after January 1, 1957 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS must submit verification of immunization or proof of two measles, one mumps, and one rubella inoculations, 1. Fill out the application carefully and completely. signed by a doctor or designated health official. Proof of the required immunizations must be on file in the Office 2. Attach to the application a check or money order in of Student Life within 30 days of the first day of class. the amount of $25. This application fee is non- refundable. In addition, New York State Public Health Law (NYS PHL) §2167 requires institutions, colleges and 3. Take the completed application to the High School universities, to distribute information regarding Guidance Counselor and ask him/her to complete the meningococcal disease and vaccination to all students counselor‘s recommendation section. Attach a copy enrolled for at least six credit hours, whether they live on of the secondary school transcript and return the or off campus. A response to receipt of this information application to: is required in the form of a signed acknowledgement. Office of Admissions Hilbert College These forms are included in the Student Life packet and 5200 South Park Avenue must be returned to the Office of the Vice President of Hamburg, New York 14075-1597 Student Life. Resident students and student athletes are strongly encouraged to receive the meningitis 4. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student vaccination. Aid (FAFSA) and forward it to Federal Student Aid Programs, P.O. Box 4032, Iowa City, IA 52243 for Advanced Placement/Credit by Examination processing. Applications are available from the high Hilbert College recognizes college-level work completed school guidance office, the Hilbert College Office of in high school under the Advanced Placement Program Student Finance or at www.fafsa.ed.gov . of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB).
Student work that receives a rating of 3 to 5 on the advanced placement examination will be considered for FAFSA CODE IS 002735 college credit and/or advanced placement status. 5. (a) Write directly to the College Entrance Hilbert College also participates in the New York State Examination Board, Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey College Proficiency Examination Program (CPEP) and 08540, to register for the Scholastic Aptitude Test or the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) ask that scores from previously taken tests be reported established by the College Entrance Examination Board. to the College (College Code: 2334). Determination of appropriateness of test and level of performance as applicable to credit are determined by Or the College. (b) Ask that results of the American College Testing Further information on CPEP is available from the: Program (ACT) be sent directly to the College
College Proficiency Examination Program (College Code: 2759). Scores from these tests are State Education Department used for placement in courses and academic Albany, New York 12224 counseling. They are not a requirement for admission to the College. Data on CLEP may be obtained by writing to: 6. When the steps listed above are fulfilled, you may be College Level Examination Program notified to contact the Admissions Office to arrange Box 592 for a personal interview. Princeton, New Jersey 08540
5 6 HILBERT COLLEGE 7. Upon acceptance, send a deposit of $50 PA 19104 (215) 662-5606. The Commission on Higher (nonrefundable, applicable toward tuition) as an Education is an institutional accrediting agency indication of your intent to register. recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary 8. Return the completed health survey to the Office of Accreditation. Student Life. NYSED DEPARTMENT INVENTORY OF Audit for Traditional Students REGISTERED PROGRAMS Courses may also be audited with the approval of the instructor and the Vice President for Academic Affairs HILBERT COLLEGE and payment of the audit fee. Auditors receive neither credit nor grades.
Program Title HEGIS Program Degree/ Due to limited space, requests for auditing computer Code Code Award classes cannot be processed until current student Accounting 0502 20995 BS registration is finalized. Business Administration 0506 92127 BS Communication Studies 0601 28705 BA Criminal Justice 2105 92126 BS Computer Security and 5505 21875 BS Information Assurance English 1501 92128 BA Forensic Science/ 1999 29649 BS Crime Scene Investigation Human Services 2101 92129 BS Liberal Studies 4901 21914 BS Legal Studies 0599 92125 BS Political Science 2207 30039 BS Psychology 2001 20098 BA Rehabilitation Services 2199 28703 BS Accounting 5002 76068 AAS Business Administration- 5003 77285 AAS Banking Business Administration 5004 77286 AA Business Administration 5004 77417 AAS Criminal Justice 5505 01838 AA Human Services 5506 01831 AA Legal Studies 5099 77731 AAS Liberal Arts-Pre- 5649 01832 AA Professional
All college degree programs are registered by the New York State Education Department.
New York State Education Department Office of Higher Education and the Professions Cultural Education Center, Room 5B28 Albany, New York 12230 (518) 474-5851
Regional Accreditation Hilbert College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, 6 7 HILBERT COLLEGE This material, as it relates to Hilbert College, is Financing an Education described in the financial policy section of the catalog.
Since the cost of a college degree is most often Within each category of financial aid, need-based and non need-based, there are three types of aid: grants, compared to another major investment in a person‘s loans, and student employment. Grants are gift aid; they lifetime, purchasing a house, careful financial do not have to be repaid, nor do they have to be earned. planning is needed. The Student Finance Office A loan does have to be repaid, unless it carries a consists of the areas of financial aid and student provision that allows all or part of it to be canceled if the accounts. This ―blend‖ of data information and student fulfills certain requirements. Employment is a staff provides the whole picture of cost, financial straightforward exchange of money for work performed resources, and payment options to students and their in a job affiliated with the college. There are four parents when meeting the expense of this very sources of funding for all aid: federal, state, institutional important investment. It is the mission of this office and private. to provide the personal counseling that is necessary Federal financial aid programs to make attending Hilbert College an affordable This is the largest source of need-based funding reality. The combined efforts of students and available through the Department of Education that is college staff produce the most effective results by also referred to as Title IV funding. The most common acquiring what financial assistance is available. programs regulated by the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965 are: What is financial aid? Financial aid, simply defined, is money that is supplied • Federal Pell Grants by a source outside of the family to help meet the cost of • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants higher education. There are two basic categories of aid: (FSEOG) need-based and non need-based. Need-based aid • Federal Perkins Loans contributes the major portion of assistance available for • Federal Work-Study higher education. When a student does not have • Federal Direct Student Program sufficient family resources to pay for college, that – Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized and student is considered to have financial need. This is unsubsidized) determined by collecting financial data about the student – Federal Direct PLUS Loan (Parent Loan) and his/her family and then analyzing that data according to a standard set of calculations. This need The Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, Federal Work- analysis results in an expected family contribution study, Federal Perkins Loan and subsidized Federal (EFC). The EFC represents the amount of resources, in Stafford Loan programs are need-based. Simply stated, dollars, that the student and his/her family are assumed this means that when determining eligibility for funds to have available to contribute towards the cost of for these programs, a student‘s expected family attendance which includes the following: contribution is considered. • Tuition and fees Unsubsidized Federal Stafford and Federal PLUS loans • Room are referred to as non need-based since the expected • Board family contribution is not considered when determining • Books and supplies eligibility for funds from these programs. • Transportation • Personal expenses The Federal Pell Grant Program provides ―gift‖ After the cost of attendance is calculated by the college, assistance to undergraduates who have not yet earned a the expected family contribution is subtracted, leaving a baccalaureate degree. It is an entitlement award which is remaining sum which is the student‘s financial need. not dependent upon the availability of funds at a particular institution. The annual amount of a student‘s Institutions that participate in federal student aid Federal Pell Grant depends in part on the amount that programs are required to provide student consumer Congress appropriates for the program. information regarding the cost of attendance so that a prospective student can examine it to make sure that it is Campus-based programs include Federal Supplemental realistic and reasonable in view of his/her career goals. Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), the Federal Work-Study (FWS), and the Federal Perkins Loan 7 8 HILBERT COLLEGE Program. Unlike the Federal Pell Grant, receiving aid Additional Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan from the campus-based programs depends upon the eligibility is available for independent students and for availability of funds at the college. The actual amount of certain dependent students (whose parents are denied the funds received by a student under each of these parent loan). programs depends upon the student meeting additional program specific criteria set by Congress and Federal The Federal PLUS Loan (FPLUS) Program is designed regulations, the student‘s need, and the amount of the for parents of dependent students and allows them to school‘s allocation. borrow federal money to help pay the cost of attending the college. The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program provides grant funds for Other Federal Aid exceptionally needy students who are Pell eligible and The Department of the Interior provides grants under the who have not yet earned a bachelor‘s or professional Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). This agency administers degree. a higher education grant for enrolled members of a tribe, Indian, Eskimo or Aleut, who are pursuing an The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides jobs undergraduate degree. Additional information is for students who need earnings to meet a portion of their available from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office. educational expenses. Other Loan Programs The Federal Perkins Loan Program is a low-interest loan Various lending institutions offer Alternative Loans for (currently 5%) offered to students with exceptional student borrowers with a credit-worthy co-signer. financial need. Additional information and applications are available in the Student Finance Office. The Federal Direct Loan Program is a set of guaranteed Federal student loan programs that includes the Federal State Financial Aid Programs Stafford Loan (subsidized and unsubsidized) and the The State of New York administers a variety of grant Federal Direct PLUS (Parent Loan) Programs. While programs for New York residents attending institutions students apply for these loans through the school, the within the state. They include: source of funds for these programs is from the The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), an Department of Education. (Direct Lending) entitlement program that is need-based for The terms subsidized and unsubsidized must be students enrolled full-time at the college. understood when discussing the loan programs. A Tuition Assistance for part-time study which is subsidized loan means that the federal government pays available to students enrolled for less than the interest to the lender while the student is in school twelve credit hours. The number and amount of and during other periods when the borrower is not required to make payments. Once in repayment, students awards are contingent upon the allocation of are then responsible for paying the interest on the loan. funds granted the college by the State of New An unsubsidized loan means that the federal government York. Other State-funded programs, related to does not pay the interest on behalf of the student. specific criteria, include: Instead, the borrower pays all the interest that accrues Part-Time TAP, available to first-time freshman throughout the life of the loan, including the interest that enrolled in academic year 2006-2007 and accrues while the borrower is enrolled as a student. The thereafter. These students may only receive borrower can pay the interest as it accrues or have it capitalized (added to the principal amount of the loan). TAP for part-time enrollment after successfully Another major difference with the unsubsidized loan is completing two consecutive semesters of at least that the expected family contribution (EFC) is NOT 12 college credits and maintaining a 2.0 average. taken into consideration when determining eligibility. Students must also be enrolled for at least 6 This has allowed many students who did not meet the credit hours during the semester they are eligibility requirements of a subsidized Federal Stafford requesting Part-Time TAP. Part-Time TAP will Loan due to a large family contribution to apply for a loan under the unsubsidized calculation. be calculated as a percentage of the full-time TAP a student would have received and will be
8 9 HILBERT COLLEGE counted as a percent of TAP in calculating a application and yet wishes to be considered for private student‘s eight semesters of TAP eligibility. funding.
The Child of Veteran award, available to Academic Excellence Scholarships applicants who are children of veterans who are deceased, disabled or missing in action as a President's Scholarships are awarded by the result of service during World War I, World War Office of Admissions to a high school senior II, Korean Conflict or Vietnam War or who were who has achieved a scholastic average of 90+ in prisoners of war during such service. a college preparatory curriculum in high school. The Child of Deceased Police Officer- The Scholarship is renewable on an annual basis Firefighter award which is available to if the student maintains a minimum 3.00 quality applicants who are children of a police officer, point average. firefighter, or volunteer firefighter who has died Honors Scholarships are awarded by the as a result of injuries sustained in the line of Director of Student Financial Aid to selected duty. returning students with a cumulative grade point The Vietnam Veterans award, available to average of 3.5 or higher and determined need. persons who served in the armed forces of the The Student must be full-time and scholarships United States in Indochina at any time from are awarded on an annual basis. January 1, 1963 through May 7, 1975. Academic Scholarships are awarded by the Assistance for students with certain disabilities. Office of Admissions to a high school senior This program is administered through the Office who has achieved an academic average of 85+ in of Vocational and Educational Services for a Regent's level course of study. The student Individuals with Disabilities (VESID). For more must maintain a grade point average of 3.00 to information, contact the nearest VESID office. continue to receive this Scholarship. State aid to Native Americans, administered The Magdeline and John Hayman Scholarship through the Native American Education Unit, will be awarded to a middle income student New York State Education Department, Cultural enrolled in any Hilbert College degree program Education Center, Albany, New York 12230. who has demonstrated a potential to succeed academically and who has shown a commitment
Institutional and Private Funding to service to community, church and/or school. The scholarship is renewable provided that the Various private benefactors and Hilbert College provide student remains in good academic standing. funding for grants and scholarships that are need-based Eligibility will be determined by the College's or merit-based. Merit-based aid is given to students in recognition of special skills, talent or academic ability. Student Finance Office. Non need-based may also be awarded considering other Jocelyn R. Hughes Academic Scholarship is criteria such as field of study, ethnicity, or class level. awarded to an incoming freshman who demonstrates above average academic Although some students may qualify for several of the performance. scholarships listed, they are distributed in a limited manner. Combinations of scholarships and grants are Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded to a subject to review by the Director of Student Financial student who demonstrates financial need and Aid. The Director of Student Financial Aid awards the maintains a 3.0 grade point average. scholarships (except in those cases specifically stated) based on information submitted on the Free Application Leadership and Integrity Based Scholarships for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and academic records as required. An Institutional application for financial aid must be completed if the student declines the federal Elizabeth Prezyna Endowed Scholarship is awarded annually to a female student at Hilbert College who exhibits leadership characteristics 9 10 HILBERT COLLEGE and is enrolled in a program leading to a Degree Program Scholarships Bachelor‘s degree in Business Administration or Accounting: Sarah Hanson Accounting. The recipient will be selected by Joseph & Lottie Walas
the Hilbert College Director of Student Financial Business: David S. Kielar Memorial Aid. Edward and Harriet Reska Scholarship is Criminal Justice: Frank & Isabel Buczek awarded to an average student of Polish Flood-Qualey Family heritage. Bernard J. Olszewski New York State Federation of Home Bureaus, Inc. Scholarship is awarded each year to a full- Economic Crime time student in the Economic Crime Investigation: New York State Home Bureau
Investigation major. Student must have a QPA English: George Thomas Family of 2.5 or higher, be a U.S. Citizen and a New York State resident, residing in a qualifying Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation: The Mary Hobar Memorial county, and demonstrate financial need. The Nicholas F. Jonmaire Memorial Information will be posted in March or April. Human Services/ Qualifying students must complete an Rehabilitation Janet Facklam Memorial application (available in the Student Finance Office) and, if chosen as a candidate, will attend Paralegal Studies: William J. & Barbara S. Conners
an interview session by members of the Bureau Liberal Arts: Vincent M. Gaughan Memorial who will choose the recipient. Boyd & Joan McGowan Shane Heltz Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Edmund & Edna Paczesny Family a student in their second through fourth year Adult Learner Scholarships who demonstrates passion, teamwork and enthusiasm. Cameron Baird Scholarship is awarded to an Sturm Family Scholarship is awarded to a junior adult female residing in the Southtowns. or senior with financial need who is involved in leadership roles and activities on and off Lambert & Margaret Graham Scholarship is campus. awarded to a full-time adult student with Heraty Family Scholarship is awarded to a ―first- financial need and who demonstrates academic generation‖ student. Preference is assigned to progress. business majors. Habib Family Scholarship is awarded to a first or William Randolph Hearst Foundation second year student. Scholarship is granted to adult women students. Jason C. Luna Scholarship is awarded to a Roger & Diana Weiss Scholarship is awarded to second or third year student with a 3.0 GPA. a middle income adult student with financial Student must be active in a club/organization on need. campus and demonstrates pride in Hilbert. MT Gacioch Scholarship is awarded to a student Sister Mary Edwina Bogel Scholarship is actively involved in community service, college awarded to a female student with academic clubs, and volunteer work who maintains a 2.0 potential. average and demonstrates Franciscan values. Meghan Sorbera Scholarship is awarded to a The Barbara Wicks/Hamburg Women’s ―first-generation‖ student. Democratic Club Scholarship is awarded to an adult woman attending Hilbert who lives in the NOTE - All scholarships are for full-time students. Southtowns.
10 11 HILBERT COLLEGE New Student Scholarships High School Articulation Scholarships are awarded by the Office of Admissions to a Child of Alumni Grant in the amount of $500 limited number of students graduating from per semester is awarded by the Office of various high schools that have articulation Admissions to dependent children of Hilbert agreements with Hilbert College. These schools College graduates (Bachelor or Associate) who are listed in the Transfer Agreement section of register full-time in a matriculated program at this catalog. Scholarship is renewable on an Hilbert College. It is renewable each year if full- annual basis if the student maintains a minimum time registration status and satisfactory 2.0 cumulative grade point average. academic progress are maintained. Thomas & Rose Notaro Scholarship is awarded Sgt. Martin F. Bogdanowicz Memorial by Immaculata Academy to a graduating senior. Scholarship is awarded to a veteran or child of veteran. Ray Walter Scholarship is awarded to a student involved in community service. Florence Hafner, Emmert & Cecilia Hafner Scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman Sibling Discount of $1000 per year is awarded to with financial need. It is renewable. the second sibling who attends simultaneously and both are enrolled fulltime. Hilbert College Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior of Eden High School. Univera Health Systems/Excellus is awarded to an incoming freshmen based upon need. Hilbert College Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior of Hamburg High School. Mauray Emerling Scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshmen based upon need. John W. Kissel Leadership Scholarship, Hilbert College Leadership Scholarship, and M & T Transfer Student Scholarships Leadership Scholarship are awarded by the Office of Student Life to a high school senior Transfer Articulation Scholarships are awarded who has demonstrated active participation in by the Office of Admissions to a limited number Student Government, club activity, or of students who have completed an Associate‘s community groups. The student must have a Degree at one of the twenty-eight two-year minimum academic average of 80 in a Regent's colleges which participate in the articulation level course of study. It is renewable each year agreement with Hilbert. The awards are $1250 if satisfactory academic progress and per semester for four consecutive semesters as participation in a leadership role are maintained. long as the student maintains good academic standing. Johengen Family Scholarship is awarded to a Lakeshore High School graduating senior who Ethnic Scholarships
exemplifies holistic values as a whole person. Goya Foods Great Lakes Scholarship is Hilbert College awards the scholarship through awarded to minority students. its Student Finance Office. Diversity Scholarship is awarded by the Office John F. Kissel Scholarship is awarded to an of Admissions to a high school senior who has incoming freshman residing in the Residence achieved an academic average of 80+, will be Hall. It is renewable if satisfactory grades and attending full-time, and indicates on the resident status are maintained. Application for Admission that he/she is from a diverse background. The student must maintain 11 12 HILBERT COLLEGE good academic standing to continue to receive business and labor organizations. The Student Finance this scholarship. Office has a listing of websites that may be helpful in locating scholarships. The local library also has Dr. and Mrs. Robert Pantera Scholarship is reference materials for scholarships. awarded to a student of Polish heritage who is in Other payment options financial need. The staff of the Student Finance Office provides personal counseling to the student and his or her parents Stanley P. Szymanski Scholarship is awarded to to determine the best payment approach. Any balance a student of Polish heritage in financial need. remaining after grants, scholarships and loans can be paid with cash, personal check, VISA, MasterCard, and Financial Need Scholarships Discover. The College also offers a monthly payment Biddle Family plan which divides the semester‘s balance into four Citibank/Citicorp manageable monthly payments. Richard M. Craig Memorial First Niagara Bank Many employers offer a tuition reimbursement benefit to HSBC Bank qualified employees. Students who are sponsored under Mrs. Flavia Gernatt this benefit may defer tuition payment until two weeks Flood – Qualey after the grade reports for the semester are mailed. Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph Every student has a unique financial position. Every Mr. and Mrs. Daniel & Veronica Rebmann staff member has a dedicated, problem solving approach Thomas Hale to each student‘s needs. Every Hilbert graduate is proof Mary Hobar of a worth–while investment. Leonard Kieffer Family M & T Bank National Fuel Gas R. John Oshei Palisano Foundation Natalie Roth Memorial Evelyn M. Naughton Ren Poynton Louis and Anna Mae Russo Memorial St. Joseph Hospital Foundation William R. and Josephine Shults Rev. John Szymczyk The Zenger Group Virginia Weiss Memorial 1957 Endowed Scholarship
Additionally, Hilbert College offers scholarships made available from endowments created in memory and/or the generosity of:
Mary Falletta/Michael Graci Memorial, Dick Fischer , Janet and Aaron Cohen, Frank J. Giambra, Hart and Jordan Families, Dr. Edward and Estelle Hein, Key Bank of WNY, Conrad and Florence Natschke, Ann Miles/Martin and Josephine Zarkoski, Emil Schwartz, and Wiertel Family.
Students are urged to apply for outside scholarships offered by local foundations, service clubs, various 12 13 HILBERT COLLEGE diverse historical, aesthetic, cultural, social, and PROGRAMS theoretical contexts; Developing life-long, transferable skills in critical ARTS AND SCIENCES DIVISION thinking, reading, writing, speaking, listening, and modes of inquiry; The Division of Arts and Sciences is home to Art History, Digital Media, Creative Studies, Fostering respect for intellectual and human Communication, English, French, General Studies, diversity; Italian, Library Science, Mathematics, Music, Science, Encouraging interdisciplinary approaches to content Spanish and Theater courses. These courses form the and style; basis of a solid liberal arts education, support Hilbert Facilitating pre-professional, career development, College‘s Liberal Learning Goals, and General and graduate school Education Curriculum. Arts and Sciences course teach Preparation; students critical thinking, qualitative and quantitative Serving as a community resource for the arts by reasoning skills. In addition, these courses also hosting artistic events featuring regional, national introduce students to cultural and aesthetic literacies that and international artists working in various media. prepare students to live in the global society, live reflectively and pursue lifelong learning. Students may concentrate their studies in one or more of the following concentrations or career paths: Students with the Division pursue degrees in Digital Media and Communication, English and Liberal Arts. 1) Elementary or secondary education 2) Creative writing List of degree programs within Arts and Sciences 3) Professional communication English: BA 4) Film studies Digital Media & Communication: BA 5) Graduate School Preparation Liberal Arts: AA Students with an English Degree have entered the following fields and careers: ENGLISH Teaching (elementary, secondary, and post secondary) Public relations The mission of the English Department is to provide Advertising students with a critical, theoretical, and practical basis Business for interpreting and evaluating human culture in its Law written, rhetorical, visual, performative, and aesthetic Publishing forms. When appropriate, the Department also prepares Library Science students to use the technologies that are necessary for English as a second language success in their chosen fields. We prepare students in
English; in film analysis; and theatre, instilling a lifelong LEARNING OBJECTIVES commitment in using language and image to confer The mission of the English Department is met by the meaning on experience and to promote the common following objectives. good.
English students will demonstrate a strong foundation in The English Department is committed to student literature as demonstrated by proficiency in the learning with a focus on cultural studies, language, and following areas: communication processes within the liberal arts tradition by: Identify the main literary periods and key aspects of
each; Promoting intellectual curiosity, creativity, active Identify the many of significant authors in by the learning, and independent thought; standard canon; Treating students as participants in the construction Identify the standard generic distinctions in the field of knowledge; and their key attributes. Engaging students in the creation and critical
analysis of texts and modes of discourse in their
13 14 HILBERT COLLEGE English students will demonstrate proficiency in writing Upper Level Electives (24) as demonstrated in the following ways Liberal Arts (300/400) (18) All College (300/400) (6) Identify and use most of the elements of effective writing; Specific Requirements for Education Students Demonstrate audience awareness; 2 Social Science/Political Synthesize ideas in writing; Science/History (only) Write with purpose; 2 Sections Foreign Language Identify different modes of writing. 2 Sections Science (one must have lab) 2 Sections Mathematics-Statistics Recommended English students will have some knowledge of literary Specific Requirements in Literature theory other discipline specific discourse as 1. One Shakespeare (EN 303/304) demonstrated in the following ways: 2. One course emphasizing poetry 3. One genre/period course (not poetry) Identify two or more theoretical perspectives within 4. One British Literature before 1800 the field; 5. Two American Literature courses Demonstrate the ability to understand and use 6. One capstone course (400/445)
current secondary source material in writing.
English students will express appreciation for literature DIGITAL MEDIA AND in all of its forms. COMMUNICATION Baccalaureate in Arts Degree 120 Credit Hours The mission of the Digital Media and Communication Department is to provide students with a critical, General Education Requirements (54) theoretical, and practical basis for interpreting and COM 151 Public Speaking evaluating human culture in its, visual, performative, and EN 101 College Writing aesthetic forms. The Department also prepares students EN 102 Writing in the Humanities to use the technologies that are necessary for success in PS 402 Junior Symposium their chosen fields. We prepare students in all areas of GS 101 Foundations Seminar communications: film analysis and production and all Intercultural Awareness convergent technologies integrative research skills Interdisciplinary Studies instilling a lifelong commitment in using language and Literature and Arts image to confer meaning on experience and to promote Mathematics the common good. Moral Reasoning Political Science/History/Geography The Digital Media and Communication Department is Religious Studies committed to student learning with a focus on media Science arts, cultural studies, language, and communication Sociology/Psychology/Economics processes within the liberal arts tradition by: General Education Elective All College Any Level Promoting intellectual curiosity, creativity, active All College Any Level learning, and independent thought; All College Any Level Treating students as participants in the construction of knowledge; Course in Major (42) Engaging students in the creation and critical EN 200 Level (12) analysis of texts and modes of (Three must be survey courses –two in sequence) discourse in their diverse historical, aesthetic,
cultural, social, and theoretical contexts; EN 300/400 Level (30) Developing life-long, transferable skills in critical En 303/304 thinking, reading, writing, Senior Seminar speaking, listening, and modes of inquiry;
14 15 HILBERT COLLEGE Fostering respect for intellectual and human Demonstrate effective written communication skills. diversity; Encouraging interdisciplinary approaches to content Digital Media and Communication Studies students will and style; demonstrate cultural literacy in the following ways: Facilitating pre-professional, career development, and graduate school Apply work in their own communities to explore Preparation; and communicate culture ―close to their own Serving as a community resource for the arts by doorstep‖; hosting artistic events featuring regional, national Interpret the major movement in western culture; and international artists working in various media. Interpret, compare and contrast the relationship of western culture to other culture by understanding LEARNING OBJECTIVES the politics of communication and understand how The mission is met by the following objectives. modern technology can be used to empower people; Demonstrate an understanding of how cultures Digital Media and Communication Studies students will place meaning in various communication systems. be able to work in an information rich society at a proficient level as demonstrated by the following Students may concentrate their studies in one or competencies: more of the following concentrations or career paths:
Determine the extent of information needed; 1) Media arts and production Identify the necessary information effectively and 2) Media writing and Journalism efficiently; 3) Integrative Marketing Evaluate information and its sources critically; 4) Communication Use information effectively to accomplish a specific 5) Human Resources project; Identify and appraise the economic, legal, ethical, Students with a DMAC Degree have entered the and social issues surrounding the use and access of following fields and careers: information. Marketing management Use information ethically Video and film production Media writing Digital Media and Communication Studies students will Public relations demonstrate proficiency in technological literacy in the Advertising following ways: Business Law Use computers to communicate information via print, the Internet, and multimedia technologies; Digital Media and Communication Studies Baccalaureate in Arts Degree Identify the major digital communication theory and (120 credits) able to apply it practically;
Interpret the uses of technology and their effects on a General Education Core (45) community COM 151 Public Speaking Choose appropriate technology for a project; EN 101 College Writing Employ the processes of acquisition, manipulation, EN 102 Writing for the Humanities distribution and archiving of technological GS 101 Foundations Seminar communication. PS 402 Junior Symposium
Digital Media and Communication studies student will Specific General Education Core Modules demonstrate creative literacy proficiently in the Intercultural Awareness following ways: Interdisciplinary Studies Literature and Arts Identify, argue and assess major visual theories and Math –MA 200 Topics in Statistics be able to apply them; Moral Reasoning Use sound effectively in communication; Political Science/History/Geography 15 16 HILBERT COLLEGE Religious Studies 300/400 level elective Science Sociology/Psychology/Economics Minor in Digital Media and Communications (18 General Education Elective credits) Digital Media and Communication Studies offer a minor All College Elective for those students wanting to supplement the work in Any Level (9) their major with competence in certain areas of Digital Media and Communication Studies. This knowledge Required Courses in Major (24) would complement any degree, but in particular students COM 110 Introduction to Mass Media in Business, English, Psychology, and Law and COM 170 Multimedia Production I Government will find that Communication/media COM 180 Multimedia Production II courses will help to strengthen their knowledge base and EN 240 The Art of Persuasion thus their resumes. COM 210 Media Analysis The requirements for the minor are as follows: COM 310 Communication Theory COM 320 Law and Ethics COM 110 Introduction to Mass Media COM 170 Multimedia Production I Capstone Course COM 210 Media Analysis Three Electives (Two over the 300 level)**** Upper-Level Electives (18) Liberal Arts 300/400 (12) **** Digital Media and Communication studies minors All College 300/400 (6) may take any (COM) prefix communication courses at Choose an area of concentration the appropriate level to fulfill this requirement, but it is suggested that students speak to a Digital Media and Integrated Marketing Concentration (12) Communication Studies professor to determine which COM 261 Concepts of Integrated Marketing course would be most useful. COM 344 Public Relations Writing COM 362 Integrated Marketing Research Digital Media and Communication Studies (All COM 460 Persuasive Campaigns courses are 3 credits unless otherwise indicated)
Interpersonal and Organizational Concentration (12) COM 330 Group Dynamics LIBERAL ARTS PSY/HS 205 Interpersonal Communication and The mission of the Arts and Sciences Department is to Effectiveness provide students with a critical and practical basis for PSY 408 Organizational Psychology developing and demonstrating competence in expressing SOC 306 Cultural Diversity ideas, interpreting texts, and making aesthetic judgments, in English or other languages (humanities); Media Arts Concentration Core (12) in thinking quantitatively and in using the scientific COM 242 Script Writing method (mathematics and science); and in analyzing COM 275 Digital Filmmaking social and organizational commitments and behaviors COM 375 Digital Film-Editing (social sciences). These competencies facilitate life-long COM 475 Studio Production human inquiry by providing the conceptual tools and skills for conducting that inquiry to live an examined Media Writing Concentration (12) life, supportive of self and community. COM 242 Script Writing COM 243 Journalism I VISION STATEMENT COM 344 Public Relations Writing The Arts and Sciences Department is committed to COM 348 Advertising Writing student learning with a focus on the humanities, sciences, and social sciences within the liberal arts Electives in Major (12) tradition by: 100/200 level elective 300/400 level elective 300/400 level elective 16 17 HILBERT COLLEGE Developing life-long, transferable skills in Semester 2 critical thinking, reading, writing, listening, and EN 102 modes of inquiry; Lib. Arts Elective Gen Ed module Engaging active learning, problem-solving, Gen Ed module logical reasoning, and independent thought; Gen Ed module Nurturing aesthetic and evaluative judgment; Fostering cultural literacy through Semester 3 interdisciplinary perspectives on different media, Art History or Music Gen Ed module peoples, times, and places; Gen Ed module Encouraging a life-long commitment to self- Gen Ed module reflection and a respect for intellectual and All-College Elective human diversity; Promoting values clarification and community Semester 4 awareness; Gen Ed module Gen Ed module elective Facilitating, pre-professional and career Lib. Arts Elective development preparation. All-College Elective All-College Elective
The Associates in Art Degree Liberal Arts Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree The department offers an Associate‘s degree program 60 Credit Hours for liberal arts majors, requiring courses in English and English (9) the humanities; mathematics and the natural/physical EN 101 College Writing sciences; and the social sciences, by collaborating with EN 102 Writing Across the Humanities other departments providing courses in economics, COM 151 Public Speaking history, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, and sociology. First Year Experience (3) GS 101 Foundations Seminar Departmental Organization by Program Disciplines. Modules (27) Intercultural Awareness Supporting the arts (humanities) and sciences Interdisciplinary Studies (mathematics and science) with its Associate‘s degree Literature and Arts in the liberal arts, the department supervises the Mathematics following disciplines: Art history, communication, Moral Reasoning English, foreign languages (French, Italian, Spanish), Political Science/History/Geography mathematics, music, and science (biology, chemistry, Religious Studies and physical science), along with several general Science studies and physical education courses. Sociology/Psychology/Economics Module Elective (3) Course Sequence Liberal Arts Major, Arts & Sciences Department Liberal Arts Electives (6) Art History or Music Semester 1 Liberal Arts Elective Foundations Seminar Liberal Arts Elective EN 101 COM 151 All College Electives (12) Gen Ed mathematics module Gen Ed module
17 18 HILBERT COLLEGE NON-DEGREE PROGRAMS communication in both oral and written WITHIN ARTS AND SCIENCES expression on art-historical topics Appreciate the diverse nature of creative DEPARTMENT expression in the visual arts
ART HISTORY Courses Offered Arts and Music AHI 103: Creative Moments in The mission of the Art History Program is to provide Art History students with the knowledge and skills central to the AHI 320: The Art of the study of the history of the visual arts. Through Renaissance in Italy classroom lectures and discussion, and both small group AHI 350: Impressionism and and individual exercises, students will learn art historical the Roots of Modernism methodologies and use critical thinking to analyze, AHI 380: Women in Art interpret, and evaluate works of visual art in both oral and writing presentations. To encourage an Notes: Fulfills an Art History/Music requirement for understanding of the place and function of the visual arts Liberal Arts degree. (If approved, AHI 103 could in their own community and in societies in a larger satisfy the Gen-Ed requirement in the Literature and sense, classes will visit local museums, galleries, and Arts module.) architectural sites. FOREIGN LANGUAGES VISION STATEMENT The mission of the Foreign Languages Program (French, The vision of the Art History Program is to develop Italian, and Spanish) is to provide students with students who: appropriate linguistic skills: listening, reading, and Use critical thinking to analyze, interpret, and writing in a language other than English. With the evaluate works of visual art; properly developed oral, auditory, lexical, and reading Have an informed sensitivity to the aesthetic abilities, students will have the necessary tools to communicate effectively with speakers of the target properties of the visual arts; language. Appreciate the place and function of the visual arts in In keeping with the goals of the Hilbert Liberal Learning societies; curriculum the department seeks to instill in its students Value the creative diversity of the visual arts across an awareness and appreciation of the cultural differences time and from one culture to another; and similarities between their own culture and that of Regard opportunities to experience works of art at other diverse populations. The main focus is to view all cultures and languages as valid and to see the value of first-hand as an ongoing aspect of an enriched life. learning a language as the key to a better understanding of the world at large and how one‘s own cultural LEARNING OBJECTIVES heritage fits into the larger view of the global Students will: community. Learn the key monuments in the history of art
Learn the language, concepts, and VISION STATEMENT methodologies basic to the study of art history The Foreign Language Program provides opportunities Use the appropriate art-historical procedure to for students to arrive at informed interpretations and evaluate Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing judgments of works of art skills in languages other than English Appreciate empiricism and ambiguity in Acquire an awareness of cultural differences and understanding works of visual art similarities between a target culture and a student‘s Understand the ways in which works of visual own cultural perspective art express the values of a particular place and In addition, the Foreign Language Program encourages time students to explore other opportunities beyond the Develop skill in researching topics relevant to confines of the college to refine the basic skills acquired art history and practice effective in the classroom; for example, travel or study abroad. 18 19 HILBERT COLLEGE With an eye to promoting global citizenship it is the problems using strategies already known, and introduce hope of the Foreign Language Program that the new mathematical concepts not previously encountered. experience of studying a foreign language will motivate To accomplish these aims, the faculty creates a safe students to be aware of and pursue further linguistic and classroom environment that encourages active learning cultural learning opportunities. via teaching strategies enabling student participation to direct the flow of the lesson. This discourse is LEARNING OBJECTIVES encouraged at the individual, small group, and class Students will: level. Through this experience, students will value Master the four basic skills (listening, speaking, mathematics and the significant role it plays in their reading, and writing) in languages other than lives. English: VISION STATEMENT Acquire an awareness of cultural differences and As Hilbert College does not offer a mathematics or similarities; science degree, the vision of the mathematics program is Demonstrate knowledge of a foreign language in to workplace conditions in the context of professional Identify students lacking math skills and place them use; in the appropriate remedial course; Fulfill New York State teacher certification Enable students to progress from their entry level to requirements; the highest mathematical level needed in their degree Acquire knowledge of the history and culture of the program; target language country; Offer mathematics courses which complement and Research historical periods and cultural trends in complete Hilbert‘s degree programs. the target language country. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Courses Offered: Students will: FR 101: Introduction to French I Learn the concepts, language, algorithms, and FR 102: Introduction to French II major theories of mathematics; ITA 101: Introduction to Italian I Understand the appropriate application of ITA 102: Introduction to Italian II mathematical skills, concepts, and theories to SP 101: Introduction to Spanish I SP 102: Introduction to Spanish II human services, criminal justice, psychology, SP 103: Intermediate Spanish I accounting, business administration, SP 205: Spanish Literature in Translation: The Medieval economics, and the sciences; Period of Cervantes Appreciate empiricism ambiguity, and SP 300: Spanish for Law Enforcement Officials alternative methods of analyzing problems; SP/HI 391: Iberian Melting Pot: A Cultural History of Adhere to appropriate mathematical techniques Spain from Pre-Historic Times to the Defeat of the Spanish Armada and methods of inquiry; Notes: Two semesters of foreign language study fulfills Use and appreciate available technological education requirements for Master‘s degree in education advances (e.g., calculators and computers); at D‘Youville College. Develop research and communication skills, IT 101, SP 101 and SP 102 satisfy the Gen-Ed and practice critical thinking. requirement in the Intercultural Awareness module. (If approved, FR 101, FR 102, ITA 102, SP 103 and SP Courses Offered: 205 could satisfy the Gen-Ed requirement in the MA 099: Preparation for College Mathematics I Literature and Arts module) MA 100: Preparation for College Mathematics II MA 145: College Mathematics MATHEMATICS MA 146: Pre-Calculus The mission of the mathematics faculty is to empower MA 180: Discrete Mathematics students mathematically. This empowerment includes MA 200: Topics in Statistics the ability to analyze, reason logically, communicate MA 205: Survey of Calculus about and through mathematics, solve non-routine 19 20 HILBERT COLLEGE MA 300: Applied Statistics with Project LEARNING OBJECTIVES MA 315: Forensic Mathematics Students will: Develop aural sensitivity to promote perceptive Notes: MA 099 and MA 100 are required of students listening skills placement-tested into them. Credit-bearing math Learn the language, concepts, and music theory courses fulfill general mathematics requirement. MA 200 is required of various four-year degree elements basic to the study of music programs. Use appropriate procedures in the study of music to MA 146 is required of certain Business Administration arrive at informed interpretations and evaluative majors.MA 180 is required of ECI majors. judgments of pieces of music MA 315 is required of FSI majors. Appreciate empiricism and ambiguity in MA 145 and MA 200 satisfy the Gen-Ed requirement in understanding musical texts; the Mathematics module. Understand the ways in which pieces of music and (If approved, MA 146, MA 180, and MA 205 could musical performance express the values of a satisfy, with proper placement, the Gen-Ed requirement particular time and place; in the Mathematics module.) Develop skill in researching topics relevant to music, and practice effective communication in MUSIC both oral and written expression on music topics; The mission of the Music Program is to provide Appreciate the diverse nature of creative expression students with the knowledge and skills central to the study of the history of music. Through classroom in music. lectures and discussion, students will develop a basis for understanding music as an art and as an academic Courses Offered discipline by developing and demonstrating listening MU 101: History of Western Music from Its Origins to skills and an ability to respond perceptively to music of Romanticism the Western tradition in its various modalities, MU102: History of Western Music from Romanticism to reinforced by basic music vocabulary and consideration the Present MU 103: The Enjoyment of Music of historical and cultural contexts. Students will also th attend concerts to encourage an understanding of the MU 305: Romantic Music: Classical Music in the 19 place and function of music in their own community Century and in society at large. MU 350: Afro-Centric Music MU 380: Twentieth-Century Music VISION STATEMENT The vision of the Music Program is to develop students Note: Fulfills an Art/History/Music requirement for who: Liberal Arts degree. MU 103 satisfies the Gen-Ed requirement in the Literature and Arts module. Use critical thinking to analyze, interpret, and
evaluate works of music; SCIENCE Have an informed sensitivity to the aesthetic and The mission of the Science Program is to enable students aural properties of music; to understand the principles and methodology of science Appreciate the place and function of music and through the knowledge and practice provided within the musical performance in societies; biological and physical sciences. Through classroom lecture and discussion, demonstrations, laboratory Value the creative diversity of music across time experiments, and individual exercises, students will learn from one culture to another; to think critically in the biological sciences about the Regard opportunities to experience the performance unifying principles of life, the structures and of music at first hand as an ongoing aspect of an mechanisms of organisms, including the human body, enriched life. the interrelatedness and differentiation of biological forms, and the conserving role of environmentalism; and in the physical sciences, about the properties and interaction of matter and energy through the study of chemistry, physics, earth science, and astronomy. 20 21 HILBERT COLLEGE VISION STATEMENT Chemistry and The vision of the Science Program is to develop students Physical Science who Can apply scientific principles and procedures LEARNING OBJECTIVES Understand the developmental patterns, similarities, Students will: and relations among different forms of life; Become conversant with the scientific method; Value the role of conservation and environmental Understand the nomenclature, concepts, and concerns; principles of chemistry, physics, earth science, Know the chemical and physical basis for and astronomy; interactions and reactions; Can analyze, interpret, and evaluate the Are cognizant of scientific theories of cosmic and properties of matter and chemical change; geological formations; Understand the operations and applications of Employ scientific issues and themes to stimulate matter and energy; critical thinking and problem-solving. Develop skill in researching topics relevant to Can conduct experiments through computer-based physical science issues, and practice effective laboratory investigation. communication in both oral and written expression on physical science topics; Biology Demonstrate facility with lab-based experimentation. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Students will: Courses Offered Learn the scientific method; and the terms, BI 101: Introduction to the Physical Sciences concepts, and principles intrinsic to biological CH 201: General Chemistry I studies; CH 202: General Chemistry II
Understand the organization, function, diversity, Notes: Fulfills a science elective requirement. development, and interrelatedness of life forms, BI 101 and CH 201 fulfills a Gen-Ed requirement in the with specific applications to human life; Science module. Know the basis for environmental issues and (If approved, CH 202 could satisfy the Gen-Ed advocacy; requirement in the Science module.) Develop skill in researching topics relevant to GENERAL STUDIES biological issues and practice effective The aim of the General Studies electives is to develop communication in both oral and written expression (1) college reading and study skills; (2) leadership, on biological topics; organizational skills, and healthy lifestyle habits through Demonstrate facility with lab-based course work variously focusing on theory and practice in experimentation and computerized equipment. leadership studies; (3)students activities programming; and (4) health and wellness knowledge and initiatives Courses Offered associated with career success. Through classroom BI 112: Environmental Science lectures and discussion, group work, and individual BI 114: The Human Body exercises, students will improve their reading and study BI 140: College Biology I skills; will learn different leadership styles in historical BI 141: College Biology II perspective, while emphasizing skill development; will understand the ways in which students activities Notes: Fulfills a science elective requirement programming enhances classroom learning while BI 112, BI 114, and BI 140 fulfills Gen-Ed requirement supporting academic and student-related concerns; and in the Science module. will consider and apply to their lives health-related (If approved, BI 141 could satisfy the Gen-Ed topics like nutrition, stress management, and physical requirement in the Science module.) fitness.
21 22 HILBERT COLLEGE VISION STATEMENT career preparation and the integration of multiple The vision of the General Studies electives is to develop disciplines. In addition to discipline specific knowledge, students who the Criminal Justice Program cultivates student skills in Can apply reading and study skills at the college critical thinking, oral and written communication, level; research, analysis, technology and problem solving. The Understand theories of leadership, student program develops student commitment in the areas of community service, personal accountability, global development, and health and wellness approaches; responsibility, and cultural diversity. It stresses ethical Can identify, evaluate, and practice effective decision making, principled behavior and the importance leadership styles, student programming activity of life-long learning and facilitates professional and initiatives and healthy lifestyles; career development in specialized fields. Exhibit communication skills appropriate to A criminal justice professional has many career paths from which to choose. The public sector includes leadership, student programming, and health and federal, state and local agencies which comprise the wellness activities. fields of law enforcement, probation, corrections, investigation, and special services. The private sector LEARNING OBJECTIVES offers career opportunities in corporate security and Students will: juvenile treatment centers. Understand the historical and theoretical underpinnings of the discipline; THE BACCALAUREATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE Use critical thinking to identify, analyze, and evaluate discipline-specific information CRIMINAL JUSTICE Understand, implement, and evaluate good The Criminal Justice baccalaureate degree offers a program which provides students with a solid basis of discipline-specific practices; knowledge and skills for service in various criminal Demonstrate writing, speaking, listening, reading, justice fields. This degree gives students a broad liberal and study skills; arts knowledge base and an understanding of the Demonstrate cultural fluency; conceptual, organizational and practical dimensions of Evaluate personal behaviors, skills, and attributes. various criminal justice fields and agencies. The Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare Courses Offered: students for employment in the field of criminal justice GS 111: College Reading and Study Skills and also serve as preparation for graduate work in GS 160: Introduction to Leadership criminal justice, law, counseling, public administration GS 170/370: Introduction to Student activities or more technical areas concerned with organized and Programming: Theory and Application white collar crime. GS 180: Health and Physical Fitness Criminal Justice majors are encouraged to take electives GS 460: Leadership Applications in their major that should assist in their career objectives and preparation. There are eight concentrations Note: GS leadership courses contribute to a available that will assist in this development. Leadership Minor administered by the Professional Studies Division. Internships are available in many of the concentrations.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice must fulfill the following requirements. CRIMINAL JUSTICE The Criminal Justice requirements include the following distribution of credit hours: STUDIES DIVISION General Education Requirements (45) COM 151 Public Speaking CRIMINAL JUSTICE EN 101 College Writing The mission of the Hilbert College Criminal Justice EN 102 Writing in the Humanities Department is to provide students with a challenging and GS 101 Foundations Seminar relevant curriculum through a balance of liberal arts, PS 402 Junior Symposium 22 23 HILBERT COLLEGE Specific General Education Core Modules MA 200 (Math elective) General Education Elective CJ 200 Intercultural Awareness Elective CJ 202 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective Intercultural Awareness Elective Literature/Arts Elective (MA 099, MA 100 or EN 100 if required) MA 200 Topics in Statistics Moral Reasoning (CJ 330 Ethics in CJ System) Semester 3 Political Science/History/Geography Elective COM 151 Religious Studies Elective Interdisciplinary Studies Science Elective CJ 204 or CJ Elective SOC/PSY/ECO (SO 101 Introduction to Sociology) Literature and Arts Elective Religious Studies Elective All College Any Level (21) MIS Elective Semester 4 Natural Science Elective Courses in Major (21) CJ 204 or CJ Elective CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice Political Science/History/Geography Elective CJ 200 Introduction. to Corrections All College Elective (100, 200) CJ 202 Introduction to Law & Justice MIS Elective CJ 204 Crime and Society
CJ 305 Research Methods in Social Semester 5 Sciences CJ 305 CJ 311 Police Management Liberal Arts Elective (300, 400) CJ 405 Seminar in Criminal Justice Liberal Arts Elective (300, 400)
All College Elective (100, 200) Upper Level Criminal Justice (9) All College Elective (100, 200)
Any Level Criminal Justice (3) Semester 6
CJ 311 Police Management Upper Level Credit Electives (21) CJ Elective (300, 400) Liberal Arts (12) CJ Elective (300, 400) All College (9) PS 402 Junior Symposium
All College Elective (100, 200) Courses that may be used in the major: ECI 340, ECI
350, ECI 370, FS101, PSY 410, LW 302, LW/HS 410, Semester 7 HS 101, HS 210, CJ/HS/PSY 317, HS 205, HS 300, HS CJ 405 302, HS 306 CJ 330 Ethics in CJ (Moral Reasoning Elective) Those students considering graduate school should take All College Elective (100, 200) CJ 402 Advanced Criminology Theory. Liberal Arts Elective (300, 400)
All College Elective (100, 200) Criminal Justice Baccalaureate in Science Degree (CJ Internship) Student Planner
Semester 8 Semester 1 CJ Elective (300, 400) EN 101 Liberal Arts Elective (300, 400) CJ 101 All College Elective (300, 400) SO 101 (SOC/PSY/ECO Elective) All College Elective (300, 400) GS 101 Foundations Seminar All College Elective (300, 400) General Education Elective (CJ Internship) (MA 099, MA 100 or EN 100 if required)
Concentrations in Criminal Justice Semester 2 Any criminal justice major may take a concentration in EN 102 criminal justice by adhering to the following policy: 23 24 HILBERT COLLEGE 1. Apply by completing a form provided by the Office of CJ 404 Criminal Investigation/ Student Records which will be forwarded to the Criminalistics appropriate departments for evaluation. ECI 340 Intelligence Research Methods 2. Take eighteen hours of elective course work in the OR ECI 350 Law of Economic following areas: Crime Take Both CJ 101, Introduction to Criminal Justice and CJ 204, Crime and Society. E. Juvenile Justice 3. Take one that relates to your area of request. CJ 302 Juvenile Justice System CJ 102 Juvenile Delinquency (C or E) CJ/HS/PSY 316 Family Violence CJ 103 Introduction to Security (H) CJ/HS/PSY 317 Family Violence CJ 200 Introduction to Corrections (A) Treatment and Prevention CJ 202 Introduction to Law and Justice (D, F, or G) CJ 402 Advanced Criminological Theory CJ 205 Drugs, Crime, and the CJ System (B) CJ/HS/PSY 416 Advanced Issues in Family Violence RH 205 Microcounseling or HS 203 Introduction to CJ 417 Violent Phenomena Counseling (C or E) Counseling Select exactly one group from A-H and take any 3 LW/HS 410 Child/Family Law (Core) courses listed within the group (9 credit hours). F. Law A. Corrections CJ 315 Laws and Rules of Evidence CJ 300 Probation, Parole, and ECI 350 Law of Economic Crime Community Based Corrections LW 302 Introduction to Criminal Law and Procedure CJ 400 Advanced Issues in Corrections LW 312 Environmental Law (Core) HS 300 Introduction to Chemical LW 402 The U.S. Constitution: Legal and Historical Dependency Perspectives (Core) PSY 410 Forensic Psychology LW/HS 410 Child/Family Law (Core)
B. Criminology G. Police Management CJ 302 Juvenile Justice CJ 310 Introduction to Policing/Professional Entry CJ 304 Organized Crime & Career Criminal CJ 311 Police Management/Organization CJ 307 Women and CJ System CJ 312 Police: Human Dimensions CJ 320 Global Crime and Comparative CJ Systems CJ 411 Police, Politics, and Professionalism CJ 334 Analysis of Sexual Offenses & The Sex Offender CJ 412 Advanced Issues in Policing CJ 335 Diversity Issues in CJ OR SO 306 Cultural Diversity H. Security CJ 402 Advanced Criminological Theory CJ 303 Retail Security CJ 417 Violent Phenomena CJ 321 Terrorism and Homeland Security CJ 333 Information Security C. Family Violence CJ 403 Security Administration CJ/HS/PSY 316 Family Violence CJ/HS/PSY 317 Family Violence Treatment Forensic Science/CSI majors are not eligible for CJ 334 Analysis of Sexual Offenses & The Sex Offender Investigations as those classes are required in the FS/CSI CJ 416 Advanced Issues in Family Violence program. CJ 417 Violent Phenomena HS 203 Introduction to Counseling OR RH 205 THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE Microcounseling CRIMINAL JUSTICE HS 300 Introduction to Chemical Dependency The Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare HS 330 Violent Children graduates for employment in the criminal justice areas of HS 403 Family Counseling police work, courts, probation, parole, youth counseling, retail security, and private security. It also serves to D. Investigations prepare persons for careers in areas allied with the CJ 304 Organized Crime/Career Criminal various enforcement fields or continued educational CJ 314 Environmental Investigation pursuits. The program is designed for in-service CJ 315 Laws and Rules of Evidence 24 25 HILBERT COLLEGE personnel as well as for persons wishing to prepare for Literature and Arts Elective service in the criminal justice fields. Religious Studies Elective Semester 4 The criminal justice requirements include the following Natural Science Elective distribution of credit hours: CJ Elective General Education Requirement (36) Political Science Elective (HIS/GEO) COM 151 Public Speaking Moral Reasoning Elective EN 101 College Writing CJ Elective EN 102 Writing in the Humanities GS 101 Foundation Seminar Suggested Electives PSY 101 Mathematics (3) CJ 102, 103 Specific General Education Core Modules (21) CJ 200, 202, 204, 205 Science Elective HI/CJ 207 Religious Studies Elective S101, HS/SO 205, HS 210, (May be used as Criminal Political Science/History/Geography Elective Justice Electives) Intercultural Awareness Elective Interdisciplinary Studies Elective SECURITY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE Literature and Arts Elective A sequence of six courses at the College that would lead Moral Reasoning Elective to a letter of certification in Security Management. The eighteen-hour sequence is composed of courses in Criminal Justice Concentration (18) College Writing, Public Speaking, Introduction to Major Program (18) Security, Terrorism and Homeland Security, Information SO 101 Introduction to Sociology Security, Retail Security and Security Administration. CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice The sequence may be taken independently or as part of CJ 204 Crime and Society the Associate in Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Criminal Justice. All College Electives (6) Security Management Certificate MIS Elective EN 101, COM 151, CJ 103, CJ 321, CJ 333, CJ 403
Criminal Justice Associate in Arts Degree Student Planner FORENSIC SCIENCE/
Semester 1 CRIME SCENE EN 101 CJ 101 SO 101 (SO/PSY/ECO Elective) INVESTIGATION GS 101 Foundations Seminar The mission of the Hilbert College Forensic Science / General Education Elective Crime Scene Investigation Department is to provide (MA 099, MA 100 or EN 100 if required) students with a venue for the realistic application of contemporary forensic science techniques used in the Semester 2 criminal justice field. The program balances liberal arts, EN 102 physical and social sciences and practical training to Math Elective (MA 200) develop students‘ oral and communication skills, CJ Elective or CJ 204 analytical problem solving abilities, aptitude for Intercultural Awareness Elective collaborative work, experiential learning and multimedia MIS Elective research competencies. It promotes service to (MA 099, MA 100 or EN 100 if required) community, ethical behavior, professionalism, personal accountability, respect for diversity and fosters Semester 3 commitment to life- long learning and intellectual COM 151 growth. Interdisciplinary Studies CJ Elective or CJ 204 25 26 HILBERT COLLEGE The Hilbert Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation General Requirements (51) degree is a four-year program which provides students COM 151 Public Speaking with a solid base of knowledge and skills for service in a EN 101 College Writing growing number of investigative agencies. It also EN 102 Writing in the Humanities prepares students for the pursuit of advanced degrees in GS 101 Foundations Seminar criminal justice or forensic science. PS 402 Junior Symposium Typical forensic science degrees focus on natural sciences in laboratory settings where evidence is Specific General Education Core (36) analyzed. However, crime scene investigation, involves General Education Elective the proper identification, collection, and chain of Intercultural Awareness Elective custody of evidence to the forensic lab for analysis. Interdisciplinary Studies Elective Hilbert will provide a blend of the two areas with a Literature/Arts Elective strong emphasis on crime scene investigation and how it MA 200 Topics in Statistics relates to the forensic lab. MA 315 Forensic Mathematics Moral Reasoning (CJ 330 Ethics in CJ System) THE BACCALAUREATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE Political Science/History/Geography Elective PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology FORENSIC SCIENCE Religious Studies Elective The FS/CSI baccalaureate degree includes coursework in Science (BI 114 Human Body) crime scene photography, laws and rules of evidence, SO/PSY/ECO (SO 101 Introduction to Sociology) bloodstain pattern analysis and fingerprint evidence. This background will promote a stronger more precise All College Electives (Any Level) (12) relationship between the crime scene unit and the MIS Electives (3) forensic lab responsible for crime analysis. Such Electives (9) coursework will be embedded within a well-balanced social science bachelor‘s degree. Lower Level (15) FS 101 Introduction to Forensic Sciences The FS/CSI program is intended to provide both college CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice students and law enforcement personnel with the most CJ 202 Introduction to Law and Justice current technological knowledge and practical CJ 204 Crime and Society applications in crime scene investigation. These skills CJ 205 Drugs, Crime and the CJ System will enable students to obtain entry-level positions in a wide array of positions, including: Upper Level (36) Accident Investigator FS 300 Introduction to Forensic Photography/Imagery Arson Investigator and Computer Crime Investigation Autopsy Technician FS 318 Special Topics in Forensic Science I Crime Scene Photographer FS 319 Special Topics in Forensic Science II Crime Scene Reconstructionist FS 400 Photography/Imagery Crime Scene Specialist FS 401 Fingerprint Evidence Criminalist FS 402 Trace Evidence/Arson-Firearms/Impression Evidence Document Examiner FS 403 Bloodstain Pattern Analysis/Crash Evidence Control Technician Management/FS Report Writing Firearms Examiner FS 405 Advanced Seminar in Forensic Science Lab Assistant CJ 305 Research Methods in Social Sciences Latent Fingerprint Technician CJ 314 Environmental Investigations Police Crime Scene Technician CJ 315 Laws and Rules of Evidence Trace Evidence Examiner CJ 404 Criminal Investigations/Criminalistics Tool Mark Examiner Additionally, the program will furnish veteran officers Upper-Level Electives (6) with career advancement opportunities available through Liberal Arts Elective specialized education in crime scene investigation. PSY 410 Forensic Psychology
26 27 HILBERT COLLEGE Suggested Electives Semester 7 BI 140 College Biology I CJ 330 (Moral Reasoning Elective) BI 141 College Biology II FS 401 CH 201 College Chemistry I FS 402 CH 202 College Chemistry II FS 403 FS 499 Forensic Science Internship All College Elective (any level) (FS Internship) Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation Baccalaureate in Science Degree Student Planner Semester 8 CJ 315 Semester 1 CJ 404 EN 101 PSY 410 CJ 101 FS 405 FS 101 Liberal Arts Elective (300, 400) GS 101 Foundation Seminar (FS Internship) General Education Elective (MA 99, MA 100 or EN 100 if required) ** Students requiring MA 99, MA 100 or EN 100 should be advised to register for those classes during Semester 2 their 1st and/or 2nd semester EN 102 MA 200 (Math Elective) Business Administration courses are identified by the CJ 202 following prefixes: ACC, BUS, ECO, FIN, MGT, MIS, SO 101 (SO/PSY/ECO) Elective MKT (MA 99, MA 100 or EN 100 if required) Liberal Arts: ART, BI, CH, CJ, CS, ECO, EN, LW, MA, Semester 3 PH, PHY, PSY, RH, RS, SO, SP COM 151 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective Mathematics & Natural Science: BI, CH, MA, PHY CJ 204 Literature/ Arts Elective Social Science: CJ, ECO, HI, HS, LW, PSY, RH, SO PSY 101
Semester 4 PROFESSIONAL BI 114 (Science Elective) CJ 205 Political Science/History/Geography Elective STUDIES DIVISION Religious Studies Elective MIS Elective ACCOUNTING Semester 5 The mission of the Accounting Program at Hilbert CJ 305 College is to provide quality educational opportunities to FS 300 Accounting graduates, to discover and disseminate FS 318 knowledge about the field of accounting through MA 315 research and teaching, and to provide relevant public All College Elective (any level) service to the community. We strive to develop Accounting graduates who can analyze and solve Semester 6 problems, communicate articulately, use technology CJ 314 effectively, work as part of a team, and contribute to FS 319 society. FS 400 PS 402 Junior Symposium To analyze, control, manage, forecast, and plan are all All College Elective (any level) actions that involve the person who chooses accounting as a career. The professional roles that accountants fill 27 28 HILBERT COLLEGE vary widely depending upon the work environment. diversity in all its forms on business in general Public accounting, private corporate accounting, and and the practice of accountancy in particular. government accounting are three general areas which Accounting graduates should be able to offer a variety of professional positions to the practicing demonstrate proficiency in the technical skills of accountant. accounting and auditing…specifically by applying authoritative guidelines to accounting Accounting, labeled the ―language of business,‖ is the and auditing problems; preparing and analyzing tool used to describe business practices and financial statements and identifying and using relationships. As a field of study, accounting relevant information for decision making. complements other professional and academic Accounting graduates should be able to analyze disciplines resulting in a strong foundation upon which a and use the technologies of accounting life-long career can be built. information systems. Specifically, accounting
graduates should be able to identify basic PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES business processes and major components of Accounting graduates should be able to transaction cycles; evaluate relevant controls communicate effectively in writing and should within an information system; interpret relevant be able to comfortably address groups of documentation for an accounting information professionals and non-professionals alike from system and effectively utilize a computerized all disciplines. accounting system. Accounting graduates should be able to Accounting graduates should be able to identify demonstrate relevant complex computation and apply accountants‘ legal responsibilities and potential liability in a variety of accounting skills and techniques to solve accounting or related situations dealing with tax and audit auditing problems. issues; specifically, an accounting graduate Accounting graduates should be able to use logic should be able to describe the legal and and reasoning to identify the strengths and regulatory environment for accountants and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions identify the role, duties and responsibilities of or approaches to accounting problems requiring accountants in fraud detection and prevention in public, private and governmental accountancy ―professional judgment.‖ environments. Accounting graduates should be able to demonstrate proper business ―acumen and THE BACCALAUREATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE decorum‖ in professional interactions and respond appropriately to business situations ACCOUNTING
whether or not specifically related to the practice The Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting combines of accountancy. specialized accounting courses, general business courses, Accounting graduates should be able to and a strong foundation in the liberal arts. The program recognize and respond thoughtfully to situations will provide a broad overview and maintain student that present ethical dilemmas related to the options for various employment opportunities, practice of auditing or accountancy. professional certification, and graduate studies. The accounting curriculum will encourage a commitment to Accounting graduates should be able to utilize life-long learning and will develop a diverse set of skills and analyze accounting information systems; in accounting graduates including technical competence, both computerized and non-computerized. effective communication and interpersonal relations, Accounting graduates should be able to respond critical thinking, and ethical awareness. effectively to the impacts of globalization on Specialized accounting courses include financial accounting and auditing standards, methods and accounting, cost accounting, individual and corporate taxation, advanced intermediate accounting, advanced principles. accounting, and auditing. A student must earn a C grade Accounting graduates should be able to analyze or better in each accounting course required for the the impact and capitalize on the strengths of major.
28 29 HILBERT COLLEGE To accommodate a mix of student goals, which include PS 402 Junior Symposium enhancement of existing job skills and/or CPA certification, the program will offer both theory and Specific General Education Core Modules application. A noteworthy course which will stress Intercultural Awareness ―application‖ is the accounting internship (ACC 400). Interdisciplinary Studies This is an elective course taken in the student‘s senior Literature and Arts year where the student sees firsthand how their General Education Elective education is applied in a very practical sense. ECO 202 Macroeconomics Mathematics Module –* In addition, Hilbert offers three ―tracks‖ of within the *MA 146-Pre-Calculus accounting curriculum consisting of the ―Commercial Moral Reasoning Accounting‖ track, the ―CPA‖ track and the ―Economic Political Science/History/Geography Crime Investigation‖ track. While each track culminates Religious Studies in a Bachelor of Science in accounting degree, the Sociology/Psychology/ECO-* difference between the tracks lies in a specific *ECO 201 Microeconomics combination of otherwise elective courses in accounting Science Module and other disciplines. These tracks prove a unique Lower Level Courses in Major (24) opportunity for the student majoring in accounting to ACC 205 Accounting Principles I specialize and focus their undergraduate education in a ACC 206 Accounting Principles II way to maximize their ultimate career potential whether ACC 270 Income Tax Theory & Practice they desire a career in public, private or governmental BUS 210 Principles of Management accounting. Students should consult with their academic BUS 217 Business Law I advisor prior to the beginning the sophomore year as to MA 200 Topics in Statistics the ―track‖ they wish to pursue. Refer to the program MIS 205 Spreadsheet Software sheets that follow for specific track course requirements. Microsoft Excel MIS Elective (Except MIS 120) Accounting graduates will be prepared to enter the field of public accounting, private accounting, and Lower Level Liberal Arts Elective (3) government accounting and will have met the education Upper Level Courses in Major (300 & 400) (39) requirements to sit for the CPA exam*. Before becoming licensed, an accounting graduate may also be required to ACC 310 Corporate Taxation attain an additional 30 credit hours at the graduate level ACC 320 Intermediate Accounting I and meet the experience requirements of New York ACC 321 Intermediate Accounting II State.* ACC 350 Advanced Intermediate Accounting ACC 380 Cost Accounting *Applies to those graduates applying for licensure before ACC 410 Advanced Accounting August 1, 2009. Applicants after that date must satisfy New ACC 420 Auditing York State‘s 150 credit hour requirement; see the New York BUS 317 Business Law II State Society of Certified Public Accountants‘ website for FIN 310 Managerial Finance further information on current licensing requirements at EN 340 Professional and Technical Writing http://www.nysscpa.org/trustedprof/1104/tp23.htm. Finance Elective Additional information can also be found at the New York BUS/ACC Elective State Office of the Professions‘ website on CPA license BUS/ACC Elective requirements, go to http://www.op.nysed.gov/cpa.htm. Upper Level Liberal Arts Elective (300 & 400) (9) Program Requirements: COMMERCIAL ACCOUNTING TRACK Program Requirements: CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING General Education Requirements (45) CPA TRACK COM 151 Public Speaking EN 101 College Writing General Education Requirements (45) EN 102 Writing for the Humanities COM 151 Public Speaking GS 101 Foundations Seminar EN 101 College Writing 29 30 HILBERT COLLEGE EN 102 Writing in the Humanities EN 101 College Writing GS 101 Foundations Seminar EN 102 Writing in the Humanities PS 402 Junior Symposium GS 101 Foundations Seminar PS 402 Junior Symposium Specific General Education Core Modules Intercultural Awareness Specific General Education Core Modules Interdisciplinary Studies Intercultural Awareness Literature and Arts Interdisciplinary Studies General Education Elective Literature and Arts ECO 202 Macroeconomics General Education Elective Mathematics Module –MA 205 Calculus Mathematics Module Moral Reasoning Moral Reasoning Political Science/History/ Geography Political Science/History/Geography Religious Studies Religious Studies Sociology/ Psychology/ECO Sociology/Psychology/ECO ECO 201 Microeconomics Science Module Science Module Lower-Level Courses in Major (30) Lower Level Courses in Major (27) ACC 205 Accounting Principles I ACC 205 Accounting Principles I ACC 206 Accounting principles II ACC 206 Accounting Principles II ACC 270 Income Tax Theory & Practice ACC 270 Income Tax Theory & Practice BUS 210 Principles of Management BUS 210 Principles of Management BUS 217 Business Law I BUS 217 Business Law I CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice MA 200 Topics in Statistics CJ 204 Crime & Society MIS 205 Spreadsheet Software Microsoft Excel MA 200 Topics in Statistics PH 205 Business Ethics CIS 170 Computer SYS/Architecture & SOC 101 Sociology Operation Systems CIS 230 Database Management Systems Upper Courses in Major (300 & 400) (48) ACC 310 Corporate Taxation Upper-Level Courses in Major (300&400) (51) ACC 320 Intermediate Accounting I ACC 310 Corporate Taxation ACC 321 Intermediate Accounting II ACC 320 Intermediate Accounting I ACC 350 Advanced Intermediate Accounting ACC 321 Intermediate Accounting II ACC 380 Cost Accounting ACC 350 Advanced Intermediate Accounting ACC 410 Advanced Accounting ACC 380 Cost Accounting ACC 420 Auditing ACC 410 Advanced Accounting BUS 317 Business Law II ACC/ECI 313 Financial Investigations ECO 320 Money and Banking ACC 420 Auditing EN 340 Professional and Technical Writing ACC 430 Fraud Examination FIN 310 Managerial Finance ACC/ECI 450 Senior Seminar FIN 410 Investments BUS 317 Business Law II MA 300 Topics in Statistics CJ 333 Information Security MIS 320 Intro MGT Info Systems ECI 340 Intelligence Research Methods BUS/ACC Elective ECI/CJ 350 Law of Economic Crime BUS/ACC Elective FIN 310 Managerial Finance EN 340 Professional and Technical Writing Upper-Level Liberal Arts Elective (300 & 400) (3) FIN 410 Investments
Program Requirements: ECONOMIC CRIME INVESTIGATION TRACK General Education Requirements (45) COM 151 Public Speaking 30 31 HILBERT COLLEGE THE ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE BUSINESS ACCOUNTING
The Accounting Program offers training in the ADMINISTRATION professional skills necessary to perform the duties of an The Business Administration Department educates, entry-level accountant. Accounting graduates will be mentors, and empowers undergraduate students to able to seek employment as full charge bookkeepers and become ethical and polished business professionals, accounting clerks or assistants. The program also leaders, and lifelong learners. prepares Accounting graduates to continue their study of accounting at the baccalaureate level. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Courses offered by the Business Administration Accounting graduates will obtain a strong foundation in Department, together with a strong liberal arts accounting and a broad background in various areas of foundation, will help students accomplish the following business such as management information systems, learning objectives: business law and management. Acquire knowledge of contemporary business theory Program Requirements: and practice. General Education (12) Understand the scope of business, from regional to COM 151 Public Speaking global. EN 101 College Writing Communicate effectively as demonstrated by the use EN 102 Writing in the Humanities of language that is specific to business and audience GS 101 Foundations Seminar appropriate, with written and verbal sophistication and, as necessary, with multimedia presentations. Mathematics (3) Develop professional competencies as demonstrated MA 200 Topics in Statistics through interpersonal effectiveness together with Mathematics/Natural Science (3) leadership and teamwork skills. Develop ethical competencies as demonstrated Liberal Arts Elective (6) through ethics-based behaviors and analyses and the formation of a professional code of conduct. Social Sciences (6) Build problem-solving and decision-making ECO 201 Microeconomics capabilities through the application of critical ECO 202 Macroeconomics thinking skills and appropriate technology in business course work. Accounting Concentration (30) ACC 205 Accounting Principles I Description of Program ACC 206 Accounting Principles II ―The Bottom Line,‖ ―Global Economy,‖ ―Management ACC 320 Intermediate Accounting I by Objectives,‖ and ―Six Sigma‖ are phrases that ACC 321 Intermediate Accounting II underscore the pervasive nature of business in all that we ACC 270 Income Tax Theory & Practice do. Salaried professionals who direct and manage all types of professional operations are schooled in the Business Core (12) many fields of study grouped within the degree program BUS 210 Principles of Management of Business Administration. A solid business curriculum BUS 217 Business Law I is no longer just for the student whose primary interest is MIS 205 Spreadsheet Software Microsoft Excel a career in some specific business field. Rather, a broad- MIS Elective (Except MIS 120) based approach to the study of business administration has become a necessary ingredient of the resume of any All College Electives (3) successful professional who intends to apply critical thinking skills in a leadership position.
31 32 HILBERT COLLEGE THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS) DEGREE Interdisciplinary Studies Literature and Arts BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MA 145 College Mathematics Moral Reasoning The Business Administration baccalaureate degree Political Science/History/Geog provides students with a solid foundation in computer- Religious Studies based technical skills, a broad liberal arts knowledge Science base, and an understanding of the world of economics, ECO 201 Microeconomics SOC/PSY/ECO business, and industry. The Business Administration ECO 202 Macroeconomics (GEN ED) program is designed as being generalist in overall design with a wide exposure to various dimensions of the Additional Liberal Arts Requirements (6) business world. The student, through course selection MA 146 Pre-Calculus accomplished by way of a careful academic advisement MA 200 Topics in Statistics process, can focus on various areas of study to complement professional and personal goals. All College Electives Any Level (6) Internships are available to students as in important way to learn new skills and information and to help prepare Lower Level Courses in Major (24) them for a successful transition from college to the workplace. Hilbert‘s business students have served in ACC 205 Accounting Principles I internships at major international organizations such as ACC 206 Accounting Principles II Motorola, Rich Products, Kraft Foods, Ingram Micro BUS 101 Introduction to Business and at local organizations including West Herr Ford and BUS 208 Contemporary Marketing Waring Financial Group. BUS 210 Principles of Management BUS 217 Business Law Hilbert‘s graduates consistently acquire challenging jobs MIS 205 Spreadsheet Software: Excel in the many and varied sectors of business and industry, MIS 206 Database Software: Access including banking and financial services, government, sales and marketing, human resources, and general Upper-Level Courses in Major management. They also perform well in graduate (300 & 400) (21) studies, especially in the St. Bonaventure University FIN 310 Managerial Finance Masters in Business Administration (MBA), for which MKT 310 Marketing Management Hilbert‘s students may prepare by taking specific BUS 490 Strategic Planning and Management undergraduate courses that fulfill MBA requirements. Business Elective (See section on Articulation.) Business Elective Business Elective Several student organizations are available to students Business Elective with an interest in business, regardless of major. Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) and Phi Beta Lambda Upper-Level Courses (300 & 400) (21) (PBL), also known as the Student Business and Liberal Arts (6) Accounting Club, are available to complement the classroom experience, increase student exposure to All College (15) business leaders and environments through speakers and field trips, and to help students fine tune their own THE ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) educational and career goals. DEGREE
General Requirements (45) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION EN 101 College Writing EN 102 Writing in the Humanities The AAS degree in Business Administration prepares COM 151 Public Speaking the two-year student with introductory business and GS 101 Foundations Seminar liberal arts courses in preparation for an entry-level PS 402 Junior Symposium business position or for enrollment in a related Specific General Education Core Modules baccalaureate degree, an increasingly necessary level of Intercultural Studies education for job seekers. A student who completes 32 33 HILBERT COLLEGE Hilbert‘s AAS in Business may continue into Hilbert continue into Hilbert College‘s BS in Business College‘s BS in Business Administration. Administration. Associate in Applied Science Degree Business Administration Associate in Applied Science Degree (60 Credit Hours) Banking (60 Credit hours) General Requirements (33) General Requirements (36) EN 101 College Writing EN 101 College Writing EN 102 Writing in the Humanities EN 102 Writing in the Humanities COM 151 Public Speaking COM 151 Public Speaking GS 101 Foundations Seminar GS 101 Foundations Seminar Specific General Education Modules Specific General Education ECO 201 Microeconomics (Soc/Psy/Eco) ECO 201 Microeconomics ECO 202 Macroeconomics (Gen Ed Elective) ECO 202 Macroeconomics MA 145 College Mathematics (Math) MA 145 College Mathematics Interdisciplinary Studies Mod Interdisciplinary Studies Science Mod Science Gen Ed Module** Gen Ed Module** General Education (9) Gen Ed Module** * Gen Ed choices: select one course each from three of the five categories below: ** Gen Ed Module choices: Select one course from two Intercultural, Political Science/History/Geography of the five categories below: Literature & Arts, Moral Reasoning, Religious Studies Intercultural Political Science/History/Geography Business Concentration (21) Literature and Arts ACC 205 Accounting Principles I Moral Reasoning ACC 206 Accounting Principles II Religious Studies BUS 101 Introduction to Business BUS 208 Contemporary Marketing Banking Concentration (27) BUS 210 Principles of Management BNK 101 Principles of Bank Operations BUS 217 Business Law I BNK Elective MIS Elective –select one of the following: BNK Elective MIS 205 Microsoft Excel Business Concentration MIS 206 Microsoft Access ACC 205 Accounting Principles I ACC 206 Accounting Principles II THE ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) BUS 101 Introduction to Business DEGREE BUS 208 Contemporary Marketing BUS 210 Principles of Management BANKING BUS 217 Business Law I MIS Elective–Select one of the following: The Banking Program prepares students for careers in MIS 205 Microsoft Excel the financial services industry. Through an agreement MIS 206 Microsoft Access with the Center for Financial Training, Atlantic & All College Electives (3) Central States (CFT ACS), Hilbert students will be granted college credit for specific banking courses taught CONCENTRATIONS by CFT instructors. These courses are available in a Concentrations of study are available to baccalaureate variety of formats, including the traditional classroom students who wish to pursue specific related courses environment and in online form, and they are available within business. Choices designed to satisfy both career at many local institutions. CFT classes together with goals and individual interests may be coordinated by Hilbert course work are used to complete the degree. A students and their academic advisor. Courses which student who completes Hilbert‘s AAS in Banking may currently comprise each concentration are identified below. 33 34 HILBERT COLLEGE Economics Five of the following: COMPUTER ECO 300 Modern International Economics ECO/SO 309 Human Economics AND ECO/FIN 320 Money and Banking SECURITY ECO 330 Economics of Sport ECO/MGT 340 Managerial Economics INFORMATION ECO 350 Comparative Economic Systems and Government ASSURANCE ECO 360 Environmental Economics
Finance PROGRAM FIN 310 Managerial Finance The mission of the Computer Security and Information FIN/ECO 320 Money and Banking Assurance Department is to prepare students to master FIN 410 Investments the methods, processes, and techniques used in computer crime investigations and computer security issues. Human Resources Students will also understand the core principles of BUS/LW 408 Employment Benefits information security- confidentiality, integrity, and BUS/LW 315 Labor Law availability. Students will develop the ability to MGT 320 Human Resources recognize and resolve ethical problems that arise in MGT 415 Organizational Behavior internships and in the profession. Students will also SO 306 Cultural Diversity possess the knowledge and skills to prepare them for professional careers in the public or private sector, or for Management graduate studies. BUS 310 Management Skills Development VISION STATEMENT BUS 361 Workplace Ethics The vision of the Computer Security and Information BUS/MGT 415 Organizational Assurance Department is support student learning Behavior objectives by: MGT 340 Managerial Economics MIS 320 Introduction to Management Providing students with a combination of academic Information Systems course work and practical hands-on and field experiences. Marketing Management MKT 300 Consumer Behavior Preparing students for employment in government MKT 310 Marketing Management service or in private industry in fields relating to MKT 320 Advertising computer crime investigations and computer Two of the following: security. MKT 3/4XX , Imparting in students the importance of life-long COM 344 Public Relations Writing learning and professional development. COM 348 Advertising and Copy Writing Providing students with a strong foundation in Sport Management professional ethics BUS 320 Sport Administration BUS 325 Sport Law STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES ECO 330 Economics of Sport Students in the CSIA program will acquire the skills to MKT 335 Sport/Event Marketing achieve the following learning objectives: One of the following: COM 345 Sports Reporting Identify, appraise and interpret the legal concepts PSY 313 Sport Psychology relating to computer crime investigations and computer security issues. Compare, contrast, understand and appreciate the intelligence process as it relates to computer crime 34 35 HILBERT COLLEGE investigations and computer security issues within Forensic Examiner law enforcement and commercial enterprise. Understand their professional and ethical General Education Requirements (45) responsibilities to society, and recognize, analyze COM 151 Public Speaking and resolve ethical problems occurring in the EN 101 College Writing computer field. EN 102 Writing in the Humanities Interpret information security policies related to GS 101 Foundations Seminar computer crime and security. PS 402 Junior Symposium Appraise and examine how law enforcement agencies use computers to investigate crimes. Specific General Education Core Modules In addition to the technological issues, students will General Education Elective develop advanced skills in critical thinking, oral and Intercultural Awareness written communication, and problem solving Interdisciplinary Studies techniques. Literature and Arts MA 200 Topics in Statistics A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Security & Moral Reasoning Information Assurance gives students a background in Political Science/History/Geography the fields of computer crime investigation and computer Religious Studies security through a blend of courses from Criminal Science Justice, Accounting, and Computer Sciences. A Sociology/Psychology/Economics-SOC 101 dedicated Computer Security and Information Assurance Department lab, with up-to-date technological software Major Courses Lower Level (36) and hardware, gives students practical, hands-on ACC 205 Accounting Principles I experience. The degree is designed to prepare students ACC 206 Accounting Principles II for entry-level professional employment, enhance skills CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice for working professionals, or provide a foundation for CJ 204 Crime & Society graduate studies. CIS 170 Computer Systems Comp. Architecture and OS CIS 220 Intro to Computer Programming C/C++ Increasingly sophisticated technology has allowed CIS 230 Database Management Systems economic and computer crime enterprises to flourish. To CIS 270 Introduction to Computer Networking deal with these contemporary types of crimes, corporate MA 145 College Mathematics or Equivalent and government employers need qualified professionals MA 180 Discreet Math with computer, and investigative skills. College All College Elective graduates with this type of specialized training are in ECO 201 Microeconomics demand to deal with the sophisticated white-collar and computer crimes made possible by our technological Major Courses: Upper-Level (36) age. ACC/ECI 313 Financial Investigations CJ 333 Information Security Careers that Computer Security and Information ECI 340 Intelligence Research Methods Assurance graduates have chosen include: ECI 345 Computer and Network Security ECI 350 Law of Economic Crime Intelligence Analyst ECI 355 Computer Crime Special Investigator – Computer Crimes ECI 360 Computer Forensics Information Assurance Specialist ECI 410 Introduction to Cryptography Credit card fraud investigator ECI 450 Senior Seminar ECI/CJ/LW Health insurance investigator – Special ECI/CJ/LW Investigations Department All College Elective Anti-Money Laundering Analyst
Network Administrator Liberal Arts: Upper-Level (6) Bank Security Department – Compliance Officer EN 340 Professional and Technical Writing Compliance, Risk Management and Fraud Liberal Arts Elective Supervisor 35 36 HILBERT COLLEGE Computer Security & Information Assurance Semester 8 Program Planner ECI 410 ECI/CJ/LW Semester 1 ECI/CJ/LW EN 101 Module GS 101 SO 101 Module CJ 101 MA 145 Computer Security & Information Assurance Minor: ACC 205, CJ 101, CJ 102, Computer elective (CIS Semester 2 prefix), ACC/ECI 313, CJ 333 or ECI 340, ECI 350 EN 102 COM 151 CJ 204 LEGAL STUDIES All College Elective The mission of the Legal Studies Department‘s paralegal CIS 170 degree programs is to provide students with versatile undergraduate degree programs based in a liberal arts Semester 3 setting with essential writing, communication, research ACC 205 and quantitative skills coupled with legal procedural, CIS 220 substantive and ethical knowledge from selected practice MA 180 areas to prepare for professional positions in the legal or Module law-related fields or for graduate studies. ECO 201 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Semester 4 Engaging in active learning to prepare for pre- ACC 206 CIS 270 professional and professional positions and/or MA 200 graduate studies in the legal and law-related fields CJ 333 Drafting legal documents commonly used in civil, CIS 230 criminal, administrative and legal specialty practice Module areas
Researching and writing using legal research sources Semester 5 PS 402 to pose solutions for fact-based or theory-based ECI 345 problems found in legal and law-related fields ACC 313 Applying learned principles of legal ethics to ethical ECI 350 problems raised in legal specialty courses, All College Elective internships , capstone seminars and professional settings Semester 6 ECI 355 Demonstrating acquired knowledge of selected ECI 340 procedural and substantive practices in legal EN 340 specialty courses as preparation for internships, Module professional positions and/or graduate studies Module Learning legal principles and practices through
integrative and collaborative methods in legal Semester 7 ECI 360 specialty courses, internships and capstone seminars ECI 450 The Legal Studies Department‘s paralegal degree Module programs are approved by the American Bar Module Association, which requires periodic and rigorous Liberal Arts Elective review of the program‘s mission, curriculum and
outcomes. The degree programs are designed to develop
36 37 HILBERT COLLEGE legal skills in a liberal arts setting reflecting the college- Accounting (9) wide liberal learning goals. The programs prepare ACC 205 Accounting Principles I students for pre-professional and professional positions ACC 206 Accounting Principles II in legal and law-related fields and /or for graduate ACC 270 Income Tax Theory and Practice studies. Computer Technology Skills (3) Legal assistants and paralegals are not attorneys and may Computer Technology Skills not ―practice law‖ as that is defined by state law. (MIS 120, or MIS 205 or MIS 206 or Higher Level) Program graduates work in diverse legal and law-related settings, including private law firms, corporate legal Course Sequencing departments, government agencies, courts, financial Legal Studies Department institutions, human services agencies, not-for profits, Paralegal program and businesses. The programs provide a strong educational foundation for graduate studies in law, Semester 1 government, business, social work, legal administration, EN 101, GS 101, LW 101, information science or other fields. GEN ED Elective, Math
The BS degree program provides the student with Semester 2 advanced legal procedural, substantive and ethical EN 102, LW 103, Science, Intercultural Awareness Gen knowledge based in an upper level liberal arts setting to ED, Computer Skills prepare for professional positions in legal or law-related fields and/or for continuing in graduate studies. Semester 3 ACC 205, COM 151, SO/PSY/ECO Gen ED, Literature General Education Requirements (45) and Arts GEN ED, LW 207 COM 151 Public Speaking EN 101 College Writing Semester 4 EN 102 Writing in the Humanities ACC 206, Interdisciplinary Studies GEN ED, GS 101 Foundations Seminar PolSci/Hist/Geography GEN ED, Religious Studies PS 402 Junior Symposium GEN ED, Paralegal specialty course-any level
Specific General Education Core Modules Semester 5 General Education Elective PS 402, ACC 270, Paralegal specialty course-any level, Intercultural Awareness Paralegal specialty course –upper level, Liberal arts – Interdisciplinary Studies upper level Literature and Arts Math Semester 6 Moral Reasoning: LW 101 Paralegal specialty courses Political Science/History/Geography upper level (6 credits) Religious Studies All-college-upper level (6 credits) Liberal arts –upper Science level (3 credits) Sociology/Psychology/Economics Semester 7 Upper-Level Electives (27) Paralegal specialty courses Liberal Arts (300/400) (6) upper level (9 credits) All College 300/400) (21) All-college –upper level (6 credits)
Paralegal Program (36) Semester 8 LW 101 Law and Legal Ethics LW 401 (Internship) or LW 403 (Senior Capstone) 3-6 LW 103 Legal research credits LW 207 Litigation All-college –upper level 9-12 credits LW Elective Any Level (6) Total credits: 120 LW 300/400 Level (21) The AAS degree program provides the student with core writing, communication, research and quantitative skills based in a liberal arts setting coupled with the legal 37 38 HILBERT COLLEGE procedural, substantive and ethical knowledge from Child and Family Law Concentration selected practice areas to prepare for entry-level pre- In addition to completing the general degree professional positions in legal or law-related fields or to requirements, students would take legal specialty and continue in the department‘s BS degree program. criminal justice electives, such as: LW 206 Domestic Relations Law Legal Studies LW 302 Introduction to Criminal Law and Procedure LW/HS 410 Child and Family Law PARALEGAL CJ 302 The Juvenile Justice System CJ/HS/SO 316 Family Violence
PROGRAM Litigation Concentration Associate in Applied Science Degree (60) In addition to completing the general degree General Education (12) requirements, students would take legal specialty and COM 151 Public Speaking unrestricted electives, such as: EN 101 College Writing LW 302 Criminal Law and Procedure EN 102 Critical Interpretation of LW 303 Advanced Legal Research and Writing Literature LW 310 Administrative Law GS 101 Foundations Seminar LW 407 Advanced Civil Litigation ACC/ECI 313 Financial Investigations Mathematics (3) CJ 404 Criminal Investigation/ Criminalistics
Mathematics/Natural Science (6) Research and Writing Concentration Courses In addition to the legal research and writing assignments Liberal Arts Electives (6) integrated throughout the paralegal curriculum students may further enhance their research and writing skills by All College Electives (3) taking the following courses:
Paralegal Program (30) LW 303 Advanced Legal Research and Writing LW 101 Introduction to Law and LW 402 The United States Constitution: Legal and Legal Ethics Historical Perspectives LW 103 Legal Research LW 407 Advanced Civil Litigation LW Electives (12) EN 340 Professional and Technical Writing
Business Core (9) The Paralegal Studies Program is approved by the ACC 205 Accounting Principles I American Bar Association and is affiliated with the ACC 206 Accounting Principles II following professional associations and honor societies: ACC 270 Income Tax Theory and Practice American Association for Paralegal Education Lambda Epsilon Chi Computer Skills MIS 120 or National Federation of Paralegal Associations MIS 205 or MIS 206 or higher (3) New York State Dispute Resolution Association Western New York Paralegal Association, Buffalo Business/Corporate Concentration In addition to completing the general degree requirements, students would take legal specialty and business electives, such as: DIVISION OF
ACC 310 Advanced Taxation SOCIAL SCIENCES LW 309 Business Organizations Law The Division of Social Sciences is home to an array of LW/BUS 315 Labor Law courses in History, Human Services, Liberal Studies, LW 320 Intellectual Property Law Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, LW 406 Bankruptcy Law Rehabilitation Services, Religious Studies, and LW 408 Employment Benefits Sociology. These courses form the basis of a solid liberal 38 39 HILBERT COLLEGE arts education, support Hilbert College‘s Liberal improve accessibility, accountability, and coordination Learning Goals, and General Education Curriculum. among professionals and agencies. Students are made aware of the importance of The Division of Social Sciences comprises a variety of community environments and how to assist individuals, disciplines, offering an opportunity for students to families, neighborhoods and communities in developing engage in the study of various aspects of human strong, empowered networks. Through their coursework behavior, the human condition, and the dynamics of and internships, students grow personally and social change and interaction. Courses in the Social professionally to become self aware, clear thinkers and Sciences enhance student preparedness in the areas of effective problem solvers. Students are encouraged to communication, critical thinking, community experience what it is like to help others through agency involvement and leadership, qualitative and quantitative based internships and various community volunteer reasoning, and the foundations of ethical practice. activities through the Human Services Association. Additionally, these courses introduce students to an array of complex and diverse perspectives that prepare MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT students to live in a global society, live reflectively, and The Human Services degree program prepares pursue lifelong learning. undergraduate students for leadership and service roles in a variety of settings and a range of positions. Students Students within the Social Sciences Division may pursue will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to assist degrees in Human Services, Liberal Studies, Political Science, Psychology, and Rehabilitation Services. individuals, families, and communities to function as effectively as possible within their respective contexts. Degree programs within Social Sciences: Human Services: BS, AA The Human Services program seeks to play a central role Liberal Studies BS in student learning by: Political Science: BS Psychology: BA Providing a combination of academic course work Rehabilitation Services: BS and field/clinical experiences to develop skills in critical thinking, interpersonal communication, and ethical practices. HUMAN SERVICES Preparing students for employment in the public and private community-based human services fields. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Preparing students for lifelong learning, personal employment of social and human service assistants is growth and self-awareness. expected to grow by nearly 34 percent through 2016.
Job prospects are expected to be excellent, particularly PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES: for those with appropriate postsecondary education. A A course of study within the Human Services program degree in Human Services affords graduates an array of will provide students the opportunity to develop skills career and graduate school options, making the and knowledge through a core set of program objectives baccalaureate degree a versatile choice among the through which students will: helping professions. Hilbert College offers both the
Associate of Arts in Human Services for those seeking Understand the historical, legal and theoretical entry level positions as well as the Bachelor of Science in Human Services. underpinnings of the discipline. Learn the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes The Human Service degree program is designed for required of entry-level professionals. someone who seeks to make a difference in the lives of Appreciate all aspects of diversity and how they those who may experience a variety of social, physical, apply to the human condition. emotional, developmental or economic difficulties at any Instill the importance of moral and ethical point across the lifespan. This may include work with behavior in personal and professional practice. young children, teenagers, families, or older adults. The Explore the continuing process of growth and self- Human Service professional is one who promotes awareness and its impact on professional improved service delivery systems by addressing not development. only the quality of direct services, but by seeking to 39 40 HILBERT COLLEGE Description of the Human Services Program (BS): HS/PSY 215, HS/PSY/SO 332 PSY 214, PSY 304, PSY 307, PSY 311, PSY 312, PSY 322, PSY 410, PSY 424 The Human Services baccalaureate degree offers a high SO/LS 306 level of training which prepares the graduate to enter the work field as a well trained, competent professional. The Option 2 Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependency student will be provided with a solid foundation of (12 credit hours) theoretical knowledge and professional skills which HS/PSY/SO 215, CJ 205, HS 300, HS 302, HS 306 relate to various aspects of the profession such as direct service delivery to clients, social policies and Option 3 Law and Human Services (12 credit hours) environmental trends as they impact organizations and CJ 101, CJ 102, CJ 202, CJ 204, CJ 302 practice in human services. The program offers a broad HS/LW 410, LW 201, LW 355 liberal arts knowledge base, as well as skills and PH/PS 340, PS 336, PSY 410 competency in the student‘s personal and professional Option 4 Child and Family Practice (12 credit hours) growth, communication and interpersonal skills, HS 302, HS 315, HS 330, HS/PSY/SO 332, HS 405 techniques in effective interviewing and assessment, HS/LW 410, LW 355 problem solving, crisis intervention, counseling, case management and treatment of a broad range of problems Option 5 Family Violence (12 credit hours) likely to affect individuals, families and communities in CJ 101, CJ 202, CJ 204, LW 206 need of services. As such, human service professionals HS 315, HS/CJ/PSY 316, HS/CJ/PSY 317, HS/PSY 330, may become employed in a variety of settings including HS/LW 410 social service agencies, schools, and businesses. Option 6 Rehabilitation (12 credit hours) A unique feature of the program is an opportunity for RH 101, RH 201, HS/RH 204, RH 303, RH 305, RH 307 students to pursue either a generalist or specialized base of knowledge. The Human Service student may select Sample Course Sequence in Human Services (BS): from among the various options available to specialize Semester 1 in: substance abuse/chemical dependency, law and GS 101 Foundation Seminar human services, child and family practice, family HS 101 Introduction to Human Services violence, or rehabilitation. A sixth option is also EN 101 Introduction to College Writing available to students who prefer to pursue a more Math/ Science generalized approach to the profession. A broad range Gen Ed Elective of selected elective courses are featured in an array of disciplines such as psychology, rehabilitation services, Semester 2 sociology, and criminal justice, as well as human PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology services. SO 101 Introduction to Sociology EN 102 Critical Interpretation of Literature To supplement and enhance the in-class learning Math/Science experience, internship opportunities are afforded to all Gen Ed Elective students in various areas of interest. The Human Service baccalaureate program can furthermore serve as Semester 3 excellent preparation for graduate work in counseling, HS/RH 210 Human Service Methods school counseling, rehabilitation counseling, HS/SO 205 Interpersonal Communication and psychology, sociology, and social work. Effectiveness COM 151 Public Speaking Students may choose from one or more of the following HS/RH Elective concentrations: Gen Ed Elective
Option 1 Generalist Semester 4 (12 credit hours) HS/RH 203 Introduction to Counseling CJ 102, CJ 204, CJ 302, MA 200 Statistics HS 300, HS 302, HS 306, HS 315, HS 320, HS 405 Interdisciplinary Core I HS/CJ/PSY 316, HS/CJ/PSY 317, HS/PSY 330, HS/RH Elective HS/CJ/SO 307,HS/LW 410 Gen Ed Elective 40 41 HILBERT COLLEGE Semester 5 General Electives All College (6) HS/RH 310 Human Service Ethics (At least one Upper Level) Developmental Psychology Elective Writing Centered Course Courses in Major: HS/RH Elective Lower Level (100 & 200) (12) PS 402 Junior Symposium HS 101 Introduction to Human Services Semester 6 HS/RH 203 Introduction to HS 308 Group Work in Human Services Counseling HS 311 Organization, Policy & Practice HS/SO 205 Interpersonal HS/RH 360 Internship I Communication & Effectiveness HS/RH Elective HS/RH 210 Human Service Methods Gen Ed Elective Upper Level (300 & 400) (21) Semester 7 HS 308 Group Work in Human HS/RH 460 Senior Internship I Services Research Centered Course HS/RH 310 Human Service Ethics Interdisciplinary Core II HS 311 Organization, Policy, & Gen Ed Elective Practice in Human Services Gen Ed Elective HS/RH 360 Internship I HS/RH 460 Senior Internship I Semester 8 HS/RH 461 Senior Internship II HS/RH 430 Senior Seminar HS/RH 430 Senior Seminar HS/RH 461 Senior Internship II Gen Ed Elective General Requirements for Major (15) Gen Ed Elective PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology Gen Ed Elective Developmental Psychology Elective MA 200 Topics in Statistics The Baccalaureate of Science Degree Writing Centered Course: Upper Level (EN 340, EN Human Services 341, EN 333, or EN 463) (120 Credit Hours) Research Centered Course (HS/CJ/PSY 305, LW 300, or MA 300) General Education Requirements (15) COM 151 Public Speaking Electives in Major (12) EN 101 College Writing (At Least 3 Upper Level Social Science Courses) EN 102 Writing in the Humanities GS 101 Foundations Seminar The Associate in Arts Degree PS 402 Junior Symposium Human Services (60 Credit Hours) Specific General Education Core Modules (30) The Human Services program offers a student a wide General Education Elective range of careers in the helping profession. Intercultural Awareness Employment opportunities available to the Human Interdisciplinary Studies Services graduate after completion of this two-year Literature and Arts program include positions such as child care worker, Mathematics mental health technician, community worker, recreation Moral Reasoning aide, activities aide and geriatric aide. Political Science/History/Geography Human Services graduates can also easily transfer into Religious Studies Hilbert‘s baccalaureate program in Human Services, as Science well as other such degree programs as Psychology, Sociology/Psychology/Economics: Sociology, Education, Special Education, Recreation, SO 101 Introduction to Sociology Criminal Justice, and Nursing. General Electives Liberal Arts (9) (At least one Upper Level) 41 42 HILBERT COLLEGE General Education Requirements (12) appeals to employers who seek employees with both the COM 151 Public Speaking specialized skills associated with professional training as EN 101 College Writing well as the critical thinking, problem solving, and EN 102 Writing in the Humanities communication skills that are acquired through a Liberal GS 101 Foundations Seminar Arts education.
Specific General Education Core Modules (9) MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT (Select three) The mission of the Liberal Studies program is to serve as Intercultural Awareness an interdisciplinary branch of the social sciences. We Interdisciplinary Studies prepare undergraduate students in the disciplines of Literature and Arts history, political science, ethics and social philosophy, Math and interdisciplinary studies, instilling a worldview of Moral Reasoning knowledge and values. Political Science/History/Geography Religious Studies PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Science A course of study within the Liberal Studies program Sociology/Psychology/Economics will provide students the opportunity to develop skills All College Electives (9) and knowledge through a core set of program objectives through which students will: Courses in Major (15) HS 101 Introduction to Human Develop and refine core skills in critical reading Services and listening, HS/RH 203 Introduction to Counseling synthesizing information, and articulating ideas and HS/SO 205 Interpersonal Communication & conclusions orally and in writing Effectiveness Value and be able to interpret the impact of race, HS/RH 210 Human Service Methods gender, class, and power historically and in the HS/RH 360 Internship I contemporary world Develop the ability to use various modes of inquiry General Requirements for Major (9) from the represented disciplines to think critically and independently, and solve problems PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology Develop and refine skills in researching and SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology synthesizing information and articulating ideas and Developmental Psychology Elective conclusions in writing
Instill and encourage an interdisciplinary perspective Electives in Major (6) in the research and analysis of information
Develop a commitment to pursuing a life governed by respect for rights, integrity, and compassion. LIBERAL STUDIES The Liberal Studies student is a person who is interested Description of the Liberal Studies program: in human nature, human wellbeing, and social issues such as justice, freedom, equality, and human rights. The Liberal Studies interdisciplinary curriculum offers Moreover, Liberal Studies students typically seek to students a high degree of flexibility. Each student is apply what they have learned to the real world and, encouraged to explore the different fields found both thereby, positively affect the lives of individuals and within the Liberal Studies curriculum and the general whole communities. While choosing from an Hilbert curriculum. A broad-based Liberal Arts interdisciplinary curriculum that fuses together courses education is essential to the development of skills in in Economics, Political Science, Philosophy, History, critical thinking and communication and, in addition, to Geography, and Sociology, students will be able to the student‘s ability to foster a personal philosophy of prepare for careers in Law, Government, and Regional life. Students will work closely with their advisors to and Urban Planning. Students will receive a unique tailor a unique set of courses to support their needs and combination of professional preparation coupled with a interests. As each student identifies and clarifies his/her broad-based Liberal Arts education. This combination interests, advisors will also work with students to 42 43 HILBERT COLLEGE identify which of the many possible career paths in Law, EN 340 Professional and Technical Government, Regional Planning, and Education would Writing be most rewarding. EN 341 Advanced Writing Liberal Studies Electives To help determine and facilitate the career choices of (15 credit hours, upper level) students, each student is encouraged to take advantage of internship opportunities. Students may arrange semester- Upper Level General Electives (18) long internships locally or outside of the region in places Liberal Arts (9 credit hours) such as Albany and Washington D.C. Internships help All College (9 credit hours) students gain real-world experience. In addition, students A total of five All College and Liberal Studies will be able to make useful contacts with professionals. electives may be used for semester-length internships.
The combination of broad based Liberal Arts courses with internships enables students to make a seamless transition from the classroom to either the marketplace POLITICAL SCIENCE or to graduate school. Moreover, this unique Political Science is one of the cornerstone disciplines in combination of courses and opportunities allows the the Social Sciences and at Hilbert, one of the major Liberal Studies student to make that transition with a components of the Liberal Studies Program. Although powerful advantage over his or her competitors. the study of politics is almost as old as civilization itself, the modern study of Political Science is one of the most The Baccalaureate of Science Degree recently developed social sciences, only being Liberal Studies recognized as a pursuit separate from history or law (120 Credit Hours) since about the turn of the previous century. Political Scientists are interested in many aspects of governments: General Education Requirements (15) their origins and preconditions, their growth and COM 151 Public Speaking evolution, their problems and decline. Political Scientists EN 101 College Writing are also interested in how governments are structured, EN 102 Writing in the Humanities how they make decisions and policies, and the GS 101 Foundations Seminar consequences of those policies, both domestically and PS 402 Junior Symposium internationally.
Specific General Education Core Modules: (30) Students are sometimes under the impression that General Education Elective Political Science is only concerned with elections or Intercultural Awareness faraway debates in the halls of Washington or Albany. Interdisciplinary Studies Many people have become cynical and have adopted an Literature and Arts attitude that ―politics doesn‘t affect me.‖ For better or Mathematics worse, almost every minute of our day is affected in Moral Reasoning some way by political decisions. We can choose to be Political Science/History/Geography aware of and learn about these forces and decisions that Religious Studies impact us, and perhaps, be an instrument of change. As Science citizens and educated people, students are encouraged to Sociology/Psychology/Economics learn about the political system in which we live.
All College (Any Level) (15) MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT The Political Science baccalaureate degree program Requirements in Major (21) prepares undergraduate students to assume leadership COM/ENG 240 Art of Persuasion roles locally, nationally, and internationally through its GEO/HI/PS 288 World History and Geography I emphasis on the informed analysis of government, political entities, and the political behavior of individuals GEO/HI/PS 289 World History and Geography II and groups. Liberal Studies Electives (12 credit hours, any level) Upper Level Requirements in Major (21) 43 44 HILBERT COLLEGE PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES: The Baccalaureate of Science Degree A course of study within the Political Science program Political Science will provide students the opportunity to develop skills (120 Credit Hours) and knowledge through a core set of program objectives. Students will: General Education Requirements (15) COM 151 Public Speaking understand the structures and process of American EN 101 College Writing government commensurate with citizenship duties EN 102 Writing in the Humanities and an effective civil society GS 101 Foundations Seminar recognize the use and abuse of political power and PS 402 Junior Symposium authority assess various perspectives with respect to their Specific General Education Core Modules: (30) political philosophies General Education Elective value politics from a global perspective Intercultural Awareness Interdisciplinary Studies Description of the Political Science Program: Literature and Arts Mathematics Political science encompasses the study of the Moral Reasoning institutions of government, the development and Political Science/History/Geography assessment of public policy, and the behavior of Religious Studies individuals and groups within those political arenas. In a Science rapidly changing world, a core understanding of diverse Sociology/Psychology/Economics political landscapes, the multitude of factors that impact national and international relations, and the ability to All College (Any Level) (6) clearly articulate one‘s political philosophies is essential Strongly Recommended: for those pursuing political science as a foundation for EN/COM 240 Art of Persuasion their career. Furthermore, because political change MA 200 Statistics impacts most aspects of our lives, it is a valuable course PH 303 Introduction to Critical Thinking of study for those who simply seek to enhance their PSY 305 Research Methods understanding of the world and its complex workings. The political science major will have an opportunity to Political Science Electives explore the structures and processes of government, civil (Any Level) (12) liberties, and human rights, the exercise of legitimate and illegitimate authority, the impact of globalization on Requirements in Major (15) the economy, American foreign policy, and events in GEO/HI/PS 288 World History and history that have had a significant impact upon current Geography I political thinking. A unique aspect of this program is the GEO/HI/PS 289 World History and opportunity for internship experience which affords Geography II students the advantage of hand-on experience in the PS 101 Introduction to Political Science field. PS 102 American Government PS 224 State and Local Government A degree in political science represents one of the broadest degrees available in within higher education. Upper Level Requirements in Major (18) Students majoring in political science graduate with EN 341 Advanced Writing excellent skills in critical thinking, writing, information Political Science Electives research, and the ability to synthesize and articulate (15 credit hours, Upper Level) diverse perspectives. These skills enable graduates to select from a variety of careers including those in law, Upper Level General Electives (24) education, government, politics, national security, Liberal Arts (9) intelligence, journalism, public and non-profit All College (15) administration, and political consulting to name a few.
44 45 HILBERT COLLEGE A total of five All College, Liberal Arts and Political PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Science electives may be used for semester-length Via a core set of program objectives, the Psychology internships. program will provide learning opportunities for students in the major, minors and courses. These objectives are consistent with the goals of the American Psychological PSYCHOLOGY Association and the American Sociological Association. Psychology is the degree for individuals interested in understanding the complexity and intriguing qualities of Psychology human behavior. While strengthening fundamental Learn the concepts, language, and major theories of academic skills, students are encouraged to pursue the discipline. individual interests through faculty-guided research Understand the appropriate application of projects, coursework in specialized areas of Psychology psychological practices and theories in professional and participation in workshops, conferences and the contexts such as research, teaching, counseling, Psychology Student Club. The goal is to develop the testing and assessment. knowledge, skills and breadth of understanding needed Appreciate empiricism, ambiguity, and diverse for a professional career in fields such as mental health, perspectives. social science research, teaching, or for admission to a Adhere to the standards of ethical behavior as graduate program. defined by APA. Emphasize: research skills, communication skills, MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT respect for complexity of human behavior The Social Sciences Division provides opportunities for baccalaureate students to obtain the essential skills, Minor in Psychology ethics and knowledge which are central to the study of Recognize Psychology as an applied science psychology and sociology. Specific modes of thought, Understand the connections between multiple professional behaviors, and appreciation of the scientific disciplines method in the gathering and use of data are demonstrated Appreciate the applicability of Psychology to create and practiced through classroom experiences, conference change attendance, academic advisement, individual research, Emphasize: ethics and values, research and critical extracurricular activities and informal interactions with thinking faculty. For the Minor in Psychology or Sociology, the Social Sciences Division ensures students will acquire Minor in Sociology knowledge in key elements of the discipline. For Recognize Sociology as an applied science students completing required Social Sciences courses as Understand the connections between multiple part of their major, an introduction to fundamental disciplines theories and issues are provided. Appreciate the applicability of Sociology to create change The Vision of the Psychology program is to develop Emphasize: ethics and values, research and critical students who: thinking Are keen and analytic observers of human behavior Value and seek diverse perspectives Description of the Psychology Program: Use empirical and analytic approaches to data within professional and everyday contexts Psychology courses are often required within various Use communication skills which enable them to undergraduate programs as the understanding of human clearly present their thoughts behavior can be quite valuable. For example, Are intelligent and compassionate persons capable management students learn about group processes, of critically discerning issues that affect their decision making, motivation, and individual differences. personal, professional, and civic lives Criminal Justice students learn about diversity, Are prepared for graduate studies and the world of development of the healthy vs. unhealthy personality, employment and the basis of abnormal behavior.
For the student who wishes to major in Psychology, the Psychology program at Hilbert College offers an 45 46 HILBERT COLLEGE opportunity to explore specialized interests within the PSY 305 Research Methods classroom, through research, and through formal and General Education Elective informal contact with faculty and other experts. The EN 341 Advanced Writing small faculty student ratio affords the development of General Education Elective skills and knowledge of the field often not available on General Education Elective an undergraduate level. Junior Year Students graduate with the ability to think critically and First Semester (15 credit hours) Second Semester (15 analytically, to communicate their ideas effectively, to credit hours) consider human behavior on a scientific level, and to PSY 397: Junior Seminar appreciate the nature of human similarity and diversity. PSY497: Senior Seminar I Such abilities are desired by employers from all areas – PSY 300 level Elective[e.g., PSY 312,322 or342] human resources, business, research, and mental health, Interdisciplinary Course II to name a few. EN 300 level Elective PSY 300 Elective [e.g., PSY 310, 351, 316] For those interested in graduate school, the Psychology PS 402 Junior Symposium program prepares students for this next level in their Elective academic training. Fundamental knowledge, basic Elective techniques in research and individual interests are Elective developed. Admission to graduate school generally requires a strong back- ground in Psychology and Senior Year relevant experiences, high grades (B+ & above) and First Semester (15 credit hours) admission test scores, and letters of recommendation Second Semester (15 credit hours) from faculty with whom the student has worked closely PSY 498: Senior Seminar II over an extended period of time. Numerous graduates PSY 430: History of Psychology from our program have furthered their training at the PSY 412: Tests and Measurements Master‘s and Doctoral level in specialized areas of Upper Level Elective [e.g., PSY 407, 410] Psychology such as Rehabilitation Counseling, Upper Level Elective [e.g., PSY406, 408] Educational Psychology, and Social/Organizational Upper Level Elective Psychology. Elective Upper Level Elective Sample Course Sequence in Psychology: Elective Upper Level Elective Freshman Year First Semester (15 credit hours) The Baccalaureate of Arts Degree Second Semester (15 credit hours) Psychology PSY101: Introduction to Psychology (120 Credit Hours) PSY 102: Topics in Psychology SO 101: Introduction to General Education Requirements (45) EN 102: COM 151 Public Speaking Critical Interpretation of Literature EN 101 College Writing EN 101: College Writing EN 102 Writing in the Humanities Developmental PSY Course [e.g., 3] GS 101 Foundations Seminar General Education Elective General Education Elective PS 402 Junior Symposium General Education Elective General Education Elective Specific General Education Core Modules Sophomore Year General Education Elective First Semester (15 credit hours) Second Semester (15 Intercultural Awareness credit hours) Interdisciplinary Studies PSY 200 level Elective[e.g., PSY 206, 214, or 240] PSY Literature and Arts 300 level Elective[e.g., PSY304, 314, 307] Math - MA 200 COM 151: Public Speaking Interdisciplinary Core I Moral Reasoning MA 200 Statistics Political Science/History/Geography 46 47 HILBERT COLLEGE Religious Studies The Rehabilitation Services baccalaureate degree offers Science-PSY 240 a level of training which prepares the graduate Sociology/Economics to enter the field as a skilled professional. Students will be provided with a solid foundation of theoretical Liberal Arts (6) knowledge and professional training that will prepare them to work in direct service delivery for people with General Electives-Any Level (12) disabilities. The program is built on a strong liberal arts base, with emphasis on disability awareness, medical Courses in Major (30) and psychological aspects of disability, employment, PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology assessment, problem solving, counseling and case PSY 102 Topics in Psychology management. The philosophy of individual choice and PSY/CJ/HS 305 Research Methods in independent living forms the foundation for all Social Science instruction. PSY 397 Junior Seminar PSY 412 Psychological Tests and MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT Measurement The Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation PSY 430 History of Psychology Services prepares undergraduate students for leadership 1 from each area and service roles in a variety of settings and a range of Clinical: PSY 304, PSY 314, positions. Students will learn the knowledge and skills PSY 424 necessary to assist people to live as independently as Cognitive: PSY 312, possible, to participate to the fullest extent in their PSY 322, PSY 342 communities and to assume greater control of their lives. Development: PSY 201, PSY 202, PSY 203 PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Social: PSY 307, PSY 310, A course of study within the Human Services program PSY 406, PSY 408 will provide students the opportunity to develop skills PSY 300/400 Level Courses (6) and knowledge through a core set of program objectives:
Senior Honors or (2 upper-level social science Understand the historical, legal and theoretical electives) (6) underpinnings of the discipline. Learn the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes PSY 497 required of entry-level professionals. PSY 498 Appreciate all aspects of diversity and how they Upper-level Courses and Electives (6) apply to the human condition. EN 341 Advanced Writing Instill the importance of moral and ethical behavior EN 300/400 or Writing Centered in personal and professional practice. Elective Explore the continuing process of growth and self- All College (Upper Level) (9) awareness and its impact on professional development.
REHABILITATION Description of the Rehabilitation Services Program:
This newly established baccalaureate degree program in SERVICES Rehabilitation Services is the first in New York State and A Rehabilitation Service professional is someone who one of approximately 25 located throughout the United supports and assists an individual who has a disability in States. The curriculum provides a unique, marketable achieving their desired level of independent living, and community-responsive academic program of study. employment, and community integration. The The Rehabilitation Services curriculum provides Rehabilitation Service profession is based on the students with the skills and knowledge necessary to principles of equal opportunity and self-determination work with a diverse group of people who have physical, through informed decision making and coordination of emotional, and/or cognitive disabilities that impact their appropriate services. capacity to live and work independently in the community. Students will learn the importance of 47 48 HILBERT COLLEGE personal and societal perceptions and how to assist HS/RH Elective individuals to function effectively in their environments. Gen Ed Elective Through their coursework and internships, students will develop a personal and professional approach to their Semester 5 work guided by knowledge, critical thinking and the RH 303Vocational Services ability to solve problems effectively. Writing Centered Course To further develop what is learned in the classroom, two PS 402 Junior Symposium field placement/internship experiences over three HS/RH Elective semesters will provide hands-on experience in different Gen Ed Elective environments to increase student knowledge, understanding, and marketability. Internship placements Semester 6 include state agencies, independent living centers, RH 305 Independent Living rehabilitation facilities, drug and alcohol rehabilitation HS/RH 360 Internship I units, schools, public social service agencies, and HS/RH Elective community integration agencies. Gen Ed Elective Gen Ed Elective The Rehabilitation Services curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of settings Semester 7 including rehabilitation centers, drug and alcohol HS/RH 430 Senior Seminar programs, senior citizen centers, community mental HS/RH 460Senior Internship I health, mental retardation and developmental disabilities Research Centered Course programs, corrections systems, schools and hospitals. Interdisciplinary Core II Additionally, this degree will prepare students for Gen Ed Elective graduate work in a variety of areas including rehabilitation counseling, agency or school counseling, Semester 8 psychology, sociology, and disability studies. RH 307 Disability and Society HS/RH 461 Senior Internship II Sample Course Sequence in Rehabilitation Services: HS/RH Elective Gen Ed Elective Semester 1 Gen Ed Elective GS 101 Foundation Seminar
RH 101 Introduction to Rehabilitation Services The Baccalaureate of Science Degree EN 101 Introduction to College Writing Rehabilitation Services Math/ Science (120 Credit Hours) Gen Ed Elective
Semester 2 General Education Core (15) RH 201 Medical & Psychological Aspects of Disability EN 101 College Writing PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology EN 102 Writing in the Humanities EN 102 Critical Interpretation of Literature COM 151 Public Speaking Math/Science GS 101 Foundation Seminar Gen Ed Elective PS 402 Junior Symposium
Semester 3 Specific General Education Core Modules (30) SO 101 Introduction to Sociology General Education Elective COM 151 Public Speaking Intercultural Awareness HS/RH Elective Interdisciplinary Studies Gen Ed Elective Literature and Arts Gen Ed Elective Math Moral Reasoning Semester 4 Political Science/History/Geography HS/RH 204 Basic Interviewing Skills Religious Studies MA 200 Statistics Science Interdisciplinary Core I 48 49 HILBERT COLLEGE Sociology/Psychology/Economics: (SO 101 Introduction Electives in Major (12) to Sociology) (At Least 3 Upper Level Social Science Courses)
General Electives Liberal Arts (9) Selected Specialization (At Least One Upper Level) Electives in Major may be selected from any of the following options: General Electives All College (6) Option 1 Generalist (At Least One Upper Level) Option 2 Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependency Courses in Major Option 3 Law and Human Services Lower Level (100 & 200) (12) Option 4 Child and Family Practice RH 101 Introduction to Rehabilitation Services Option 5 Family Violence RH 201Medical/Psychological Aspects of Disability Option 6 Rehabilitation HS/RH 204 Basic Interviewing Skills HS/RH 210 Human Service Methods GENERAL Upper Level (300 & 400) (21) RH 303 Vocational Services RH 305 Independent Living EDUCATION RH 307 Disability and Society HS/RH 360 Internship I COURSES HS/RH 460 Senior Internship I General Education courses are of a universal and HS/RH 461 Senior Internship II foundational nature. They are not focused upon ―majors‖ HS/RH 430 Senior Seminar or academic or vocational specializations. The objective of the courses in the following modules is based upon General Requirements for Major (15) those realities, experiences, and concerns which all PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology human share by virtue of the common participation in Developmental Psychology Elective the ―human situation.‖ While majors and free elective MA 200 Topics in Statistics courses give expression to the private or individual Writing Centered Course: Upper Level (EN 340, EN interests of students, general education courses make an 341, EN 333, or EN 463) attempt to concentrate upon the public or communal Research Centered Course (HS/CJ/PSY 305, LW 300, dimensions of human existence. The emphasis of or MA 300) General Education is upon our shared values and beliefs, our shared sense of time and history, our shared Electives in Major (12) relationships with nature, our shared membership in (At Least 3 Upper Level Social Science Courses) institutions and societies and our common cultural experiences. General education courses strive to speak Upper Level (300 & 400) (21) meaningfully to the problems of the human condition HS 308 Group Work in Human Services and of modern culture, and seek to transmit to the HS/RH 310 Human Service Ethics student a common (and therefore shared) cultural and HS 311 Organization, Policy, & Practice in Human intellectual heritage. Services HS/RH 360 Internship I General Education Course Modules: HS/RH 460 Senior Internship I Students must take at least one (1) course from each of HS/RH 461 Senior Internship II the following modules: HS/RH 430 Senior Seminar General Requirements for Major (15) Interdisciplinary Studies: PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology Courses in this module will help students to view topics Developmental Psychology Elective from the perspective of two or more disciplines. Some MA 200 Topics in Statistics courses may bridge concepts and ideas from two or more Writing Centered Course (Upper Level) areas that are related to a single theme or topic, or they Research Centered Course may combine diverse disciplinary perspectives within a
49 50 HILBERT COLLEGE single course. Courses within this module will fall into Political Science/Geography/History one or the other of these two models. The diverse courses in this module will provide students with a broader understanding and exposure to our global Intercultural Awareness society as viewed through the lens of history of Students taking courses in this module will be better individual nations and their political institutions. prepared to face the diversity of our ever changing world Studying the geography of both the world and selected and the ever changing face of American society. countries will enhance the student‘s understanding of Foundational courses in this module will help students how geographical forces have shaped the development understand and appreciate life from the perspective of of nations and societies. non majority populations from around the world or within the fabric of everyday American life. Sociology/Psychology/Economics Foundational courses in the areas of sociology, The Arts and Literature psychology and economics will provide students with a Students taking courses in this module will be exposed basic understanding of human behavior and theories of to a broad survey of the content and methodology within causation in these divergent disciplines. Students taking each of these disciplines. These courses will provide courses in this module will gain broad understandings students with a stronger knowledge of the fundamental and knowledge that will be useful in a number of other modes of inquiry within the arts, will foster a greater programs and disciplines. appreciation of broad creative cultural traditions and movements within these disciplines. Physical Sciences Courses in this module will provide students with Mathematics fundamental and foundational knowledge of the physical Courses within this module will provide students with sciences as well as a basic understanding of the the opportunity to develop the foundations required for principles and applications of scientific inquiry. Such analytic and quantitative reasoning experiences that will knowledge will enhance the student‘s awareness and enable them to make decisions, solve problems, and understanding of the role that the physical sciences play manipulate concepts within a mathematical framework in our ever evolving planet. or in courses where an understanding of mathematical and statistical systems is required. Free Elective To fulfill the requirement of this module, an elective will Religious Studies be chosen from one of the above mentioned modules. Taking courses in this module will assist students in Students should consult with their academic advisor articulating their own beliefs and attitudes toward an before choosing this elective as some individual understanding of spirituality. In addition programs/departments/divisions may prescribe which students will develop informed perceptions of other module may fit best into an individual student‘s spiritual explorations as expressed in the major religions academic program. of the world. These courses may provide students with a broad and fundamental exploration of religion and spirituality in the historical sense as well as a view of the HONORS PROGRAM role of religion in the world of today. The Honors Program at Hilbert College is designed to augment the specific qualities and mission of the Moral Reasoning College. Our program is decidedly student centered and Students pursuing courses in this area will come to holistic in nature. We educate the whole student, and we understand ethics as defined as the analysis of values- support the whole student. We have designed a program based motivations/intentions/actions along with the that will foster excellence but will not isolate the student consequences and evaluation of value-driven decisions. from a complete college experience. Courses in this module will provide students with Our criteria for admission mirror the Franciscan values substantial theory based instruction in moral reasoning upon which the College was founded. Our program but more importantly will teach students how to analyze, offers the personal guidance and attention for which we evaluate and derive conclusions using set criteria in a are known. To this end, while we are looking for wide variety of circumstances. students who represent the highest caliber of academic excellence, we are also looking for those students whose
50 51 HILBERT COLLEGE life-choices outside the classroom demonstrate For an application, write to leadership skills, social commitment, or artistic interests. Dr. Amy Smith The Honors Program at Hilbert College is a contract- Honors Program based honors program. For maximum flexibility and Hilbert College complete integration, the program allows a student to 5200 South Park Avenue enroll in regular classes and fulfill his/her honors Hamburg, NY 14075 requirements by completing special projects for Honors Or call (716) 649-7900 (ext. 354). credit in those classes (typically one class a semester is taken for Honors credit). Called in lieu of projects, these Applications can also be downloaded from the are created by the faculty teaching the class and College‘s website: administered by the Honors Council. The in lieu of http://www.hilbert.edu/Public/file/HonorsApplicatio system allows Honors students to have the experience of n.pdf working one-on-one with our highly credentialed Honors Faculty, both within their majors and without, from the A SAMPLE OF CURRENT first semester that they enroll. Such personal academic COURSES OFFERED FOR guidance is offered, if at all, only at the senior level at HONORS CREDIT* other institutions. In addition to this special attention, Honors students at Hilbert have student mentors for their In lieu of proposals are available for student review in first semester and personal advisement by members of the Honors Lounge (Paczesny 139) and on HCOnline. the Honors faculty and by faculty within their majors. ACC 320 Intermediate Accounting, Honors students also take the Freshman/Transfer Honors Augustine Colloquium (HON 105/305) in their first year at Hilbert College and will participate in a capstone experience. ACC 310 Corporate Taxation, Finally, Honors students are asked to give something Augustine back to the community in the form of a modest amount of community service and one semester of mentoring. ECO 201 Microeconomics, D'Amico Graduating with honors from Hilbert College will separate students from other applicants. Why? ECO 202 Macroeconomics, D'Amico Completing an honors program shows that a student is more motivated, better prepared, and more self-reliant CJ/HS/PSY 316 Family Violence, than his/her peers. Having "honors" on a degree says that Downes the student can succeed in the challenges that face him/her because he/she already has a proven record of CJ 405 Advanced Seminar success. The Honors Program at Hilbert College is in Criminal Justice, Floss designed specifically with the student's interests and eventual success at the forefront. CJ 204 Crime and Society In addition to the benefits mentioned above, the Hilbert College Honors student receives priority registration, a ECI 350 Law of Economic Crime, private lounge area with dedicated computers, and Haslinger special educational opportunities. FSI 101 Introduction to Forensic Science, Hobar
To apply, all a student needs to do is to fill out an FSI 318 Special Topics in Forensic Science, Parkinson application, attach a one-to-three page narrative of self- assessment, and submit that along with a letter of EN 205 World Literature, Degnan recommendation from a professor or a person who has supervised him/her in an extra-curricular community EN 302 Renaissance Literature, involvement. Ernst
EN 315 World Mythology, Harrington 51 52 HILBERT COLLEGE EN 325 American Autobiography, MA 200 Statistics, Brill Smith *List is subject to change.
EN 388 Women and Literature, HONORS PROGRAM Harrington, Smith INFORMATION Eligibility requirements EN 418 Romanticism, 3.5 cumulative average Degnan, Hughes Full-time day status PH 205 Business Ethics, Snow Proven leadership qualities in any of the following areas: social commitment, arts, or athletics PH 305 Making of the Students may apply to the Honors Program at any Modern Mind I, Snow time before the first semester of their junior year
PH 306 Making of the HONORS REQUIREMENTS Modern Mind II, Snow Curricular Requirements
HI 308 Women's History, Crouse Freshman/Sophomore Honors Colloquium (HON 105) OR PS 102 American Government, Junior Honors Colloquium (HON 305) Holoman One course for Honors credit per semester (students are PS 225 Regionalism and required to take classes within their major and in the Community, Holoman liberal arts for Honors credit)
PS 335 Genocide, Kolin One Capstone Colloquium in the senior year PS 336 Justice, Holoman, Snow Extra-Curricular requirements LW 103 Legal Research, Edson 20 hours of community service Annually: LW 303 Advanced Legal One semester of mentoring first-year Honors Students Research, Edson Benefits LW 402 U.S. Constitution, Stone Recognition of Honors during the Commencement ceremony and on the Hilbert College transcripts HS 101 Introduction to Human Personal advisement by Honors Faculty in addition Services, Sisti to the departmental advisement Priority registration HS/PSY 205 Interpersonal Private lounge area with dedicated computers Communication and Special educational opportunities Effectiveness, Kusmierz Application Process HS 315 Child Welfare Services, Students must fill out an application to the Honors Sisti Program and submit that along with a letter of recommendation from a professor or someone in a HS/PSY/SO 332 Marriage and the supervisory capacity within their extra-curricular Family, Kusmierz activities.
PSY 202 Adult Development and Please note: the Honors Council will refer to transcripts. Aging, Eskew Therefore, new students must apply to Hilbert before or at the same time they apply to the Honors Program. PSY 406 Cross Cultural Study of Psychology, TBA 52 53 HILBERT COLLEGE narrative along with two letters of recommendation. LEADERSHIP Applicants are then invited to campus for an interview.
For more information, please contact: SCHOLARSHIP Mr. James Sturm Leadership Scholarship Program PROGRAM Hilbert College 5200 South Park Avenue The Hilbert College Leadership Scholarship Program is Hamburg, NY 14075 an intensive four-year experience designed to assist or call (716)649-7900, ext. 231 recipients to develop and refine their leadership skills. Students will be engaged in numerous experiential Academic Minors learning programs which allow them to become involved Hilbert students have the option of completing a minor in the campus and the community in a meaningful way. while pursuing their baccalaureate degree. While the degree of specialization offered by a minor cannot match To accomplish these goals, the program makes use of a the depth of knowledge provided by a major in the same variety of methods to meet the unique learning styles of discipline, a minor can offer students the following all participants. Workshops, distinguished speakers, benefits: service learning, and adventure-based programs are all important components of the program. Past participants 1. It can satisfy the student‘s personal interest in a have heard nationally known speakers such as Rudy particular subject area Giuliani and Donald Trump, participated in leadership 2. It can complement the student‘s major field of study conferences, learned to sail, completed numerous 3. It can be used to enhance the student‘s marketability community service projects, and survived white-water in terms of career goals rafting. Definitions:
Each year of the leadership program has a different Minor: A minor is an optional group of courses outside focus. First-year participants will participate in self- the student‘s major assessment designed to familiarize them with their own Concentration: A concentration is an optional group of strengths and areas for further development. In this first courses within the student‘s major, A concentration is year program participants will take Introduction to chosen for the purpose of specialization within one‘s Leadership (GS 160). Sophomore participants explore major leadership in group settings, developing an understanding of the diversity around them while Acceptance Criteria building team skills. Juniors hone their A student who wish to pursue a minor needs to have professional skills and job readiness through an intensive achieved sophomore status and obtained the written program which includes resume writing, interview skills, permission of both the student‘s own department chair job search techniques, and even etiquette. In the senior and of the chair of the department offering the minor. year, students focus on goal-setting for their career and The student must achieve a grade of ―C‖ or better in all post-college life. At all levels students are asked to be courses to be used as part of the minor. involved in campus activities or clubs in order to put into practice the concepts they have learned. Documentation
It is no secret that employers are seeking candidates who Although a minor cannot appear on the diploma, it may can demonstrate problem solving skills, team attitude, be included on an academic transcript, thus providing strong communication skills, and above all, leadership the student with official documentation of this additional ability. The Leadership Scholarship Program is study. designed to help students develop these skills and stand out in a competitive job market. The procedure will be as follows: 1. The student consults with her/his advisor before Applications are mailed to qualified students upon completing an application for a minor. acceptance to Hilbert College. To apply, students must complete the application and attach a one to two page 53 54 HILBERT COLLEGE 2. The student gets a form from the Office for Student 9. Forensic Science/CSI: CJ 101, CJ 204, FS 101, FS 318, FS Records, completes the form and submits it to the 319, and choose one of the following: CJ 314, Registrar. CJ 315, CJ 404, PSY 410. 3. The Registrar checks the form to make sure that the student has filled it out appropriately (i.e., making 10. Human Services Minor: Three of the following: HS 101, HS/RH 203, RH/HS 204, HS 205; HS/RH 310 and 2 upper sure that the student is not applying for a minor division Human Services electives. within her/his own major). 4. The Registrar attaches student‘s file to the 11. History Minor(American): HI 103, HI 104; and choose application and forwards them to the Chair of the four (at least two at the upper divisional level): HI/CJ 207, HI student‘s major. 211, HI 212, HI 213, HI 214, HI 278, HI/PS 208, HI 308, HI 5. The Chair either approves the application and 310, HI 401, HI/LW 402. forwards the application and file to the Chair offering the minor, or disapproves and sends a brief 12. History Minor (General): HI 103, HI 104, HI 215; and letter to the student notifying the student of the choose four HI courses with at least 2 at the upper divisional denial. level.
6. The Chair of the minor either approves the 13. Leadership Minor: This minor consists of six courses, application, returning the application and file to the to include GS 160 and GS 460. The remaining classes are Registrar, and notifying the student by letter of electives selected from a menu of choices designed to acceptance, or disapproves and sends a brief letter to complement the various majors. Additional information may the student notifying the student of the denial. be obtained from the chair/assistant chair of the Professional Studies Division. 14. Philosophy Minor: PH 303; One of the following: PH/RS List of Available Degree Minors 218, PH 205, PH 200; One of the following: PH/HI 320, PH/HI 305, PH/HI 306; One of the following: PH/PS 310, 1. Accounting Minor: ACC 205, ACC 206, ACC 320, ACC PH/PS 330, PH/PS 336; plus 3 upper level philosophy courses. 321, ACC 350, ACC 270, plus one of the following: ACC 380, ACC 310, ACC 410, ACC 430, ACC 420. 15. Political Science Minor: Choose three of the following: PS 101, PS 102, PS 224, PS 212, PS 228; and, choose three of 2. Marketing Minor: BUS 101, BUS 208, MKT 300, MKT the following: PS 234, PS/HI 208, PS 333, PS 337, PS/PH 310, MKT 320 plus one of the following: COM 344, COM 340, PS 367, PS 370, PS 400. 348. 16. Psychology Minor: PSY 101, PSY 102, PSY 430 and one 3. Digital Media and Communications Minor: COM 110, from each of the following groups: PSY 201, 202,or 203; PSY COM 170, COM 210, and 3 electives (two over the 300 level). 312, 322, or 342; PSY 304, 314, 407 or 424;PSY 307, 310, 4. Professional Communications Minor: COM 151, EN 340, 351, 406 or 408. and 4 COM electives (3 at the upper level). 17. Rehabilitation Services Minor: RH 101, RH 201, HS/RH 5. Criminal Justice Minor: CJ 101, CJ 204, plus one of the 204 or HS/RH 210, RH 303, RH 305, RH 307. following (CJ 102, CJ 103, CJ 200, CJ 202, CJ 205, HS/RH 203, RH/HS 204 formerly RH 205), and three upper divisional 18. Sociology Minor: SO 101, SO 201, CJ/HS/PSY 305; three courses from the following areas: Corrections, Criminology, of the following: SO 301, SO 306, SO/CJ 307, SO/ECO 309, Family Violence, Investigations, Juvenile Justice, Law, Police SO/CJ 320, SO/HS/PSY 332, SO/CJ 336; and any other two Management, and/or Security. upper-level sociology courses.
6. ECI Minor: ACC 205, CJ 101, CJ 204, Computer elective other than MIS 120, ACC/ECI 313, CJ 333 or ECI 340, ECI 350. Hilbert College Online Many of Hilbert‘s classes are offered online. Students 7. English Minor: One 200-level survey and 5 upper division enrolled in online courses will be able to view class English electives following a prescribed distribution: One notes, listen to lectures, watch videos, and participate in American lit; One British lit; One Genre, Period, or Special discussions from a sound-enable computer that is Topics course; Two upper divisional English electives. hooked up to the internet. The ―distance learning‖ 8. Family Violence Minor: HS 203, HS/PSY 330, HS 300, CJ classes are very convenient for students with busy 316, HS/CJ 317, CJ 416. schedules, because the classes do not run during a particular time slot. Instead, class material is kept online
54 55 HILBERT COLLEGE (archived) for at least a week, and students can, In response, Hilbert College has developed consortium therefore, work their way through the material at any agreements with two local graduate programs to allow hour of the day or night. Moreover, students can listen to Hilbert graduates to pursue a career in teaching. These the lectures in installments, and additionally students can agreements allow students to earn a master‘s degree in replay all or parts of a lecture. education and, at the same time, earn certification in elementary, secondary, special education, or ESL While the online format can be, and often is, a very (teaching English as a second language). effective learning environment, Hilbert encourages These collaborative agreements work in the following students to think carefully before they enroll in distance way: A Hilbert student may, in her/his senior year, take learning courses. Successful online students are those one graduate education course each semester, either at that are capable of self-discipline and good time- D‘Youville College or Medaille College. Since graduate management. Procrastinators may find online courses courses are somewhat more expensive than difficult, because it can be tempting to rationalize doing undergraduate courses, the student pays her/his Hilbert the weekly assignments ―later‖. Although, any motivated tuition plus the difference in tuition at the graduate and disciplined student can benefit from the online program‘s college. However, once the student finishes format, the students that benefit the most are typically the courses, the student gets to use the courses in two non-traditional students with demanding work and ways. First, the courses help the student complete the family commitments. Hilbert baccalaureate degree; second, the courses will then count as six credit hours toward the master‘s Finally, online students will be given an orientation to degree. Thus the program saves a student both time and the online class environment, and technical support is money. available throughout the duration of the course. Students would then finish the masters/certification program at either D‘Youville College or Medaille College, by taking eight more graduate courses plus a The Study Abroad semester of student teaching. A student going full time would be able to complete the program in approximately Program eighteen months after graduation from Hilbert. A semester of full-time study abroad greatly enriches a student‘s liberal education and enhances the student‘s Students who are interested in this program should ability to live in a global society. To offer this contact one of the Education Collaborative coordinators, opportunity to our students, Hilbert College has Dr. Gordon Snow or Dr. Michael Degnan, for more developed an articulation with Arcadia University‘s information. study abroad program, which consistently ranks either as the best or second best study abroad program in the Articulation with Saint Bonaventure nation. Hilbert students who wish to study abroad in University their junior or senior year have the opportunity to apply to approximately 100 programs in the following fourteen MASTER OF BUSINESS PROGRAM (MBA) locations: Australia, China, England, France, Greece, Hilbert students who complete the baccalaureate degree India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, in business administration and wish to pursue a master South Africa, Tanzania and Wales. Students who are of business administration (MBA) degree at St. interested in obtaining more information on study abroad Bonaventure University are eligible for special should contact Dr. Michael Degnan at consideration. Specific courses in the undergraduate [email protected]. curriculum may be used to satisfy graduate school
requirements, thereby reducing the number of graduate courses necessary to complete the MBA. Students Teacher Certification earning a grade of ―C‖ or better in the indicated Hilbert College course(s) will be granted a waiver of the Starting in 2004, the New York State Education corresponding St. Bonaventure MBA course (up to a Department has mandated that anyone wishing to teach maximum of 21 credit hours of MBA course waivers). in New York State public schools must have a master‘s Students who earn the maximum number of course degree. waivers will be able to earn their MBA from St. Bonaventure University with 30 credits of MBA 55 56 HILBERT COLLEGE coursework. Hilbert students who are interested may the development of these skills until, in the student‘s contact their academic advisor for details, or contact St. senior year; the student will register for a capstone Bonaventure directly. experience which will measure the student‘s mastery of these six goals. PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANCY Hilbert College has an articulation agreement with St. Outcome 1: Students will acquire advanced core Bonaventure University relative to accounting for those skills. These core skills will be in writing, speaking, with a desire to sit for the Certified Public Accountant listening, reading, quantitative skills, and technological (CPA) exam. Its purpose is to afford students the fluency. opportunity to pre-plan their college careers, and to facilitate the process of enrollment in St. Bonaventure Outcome 2: Students will become interculturally University‘s 150-Hour New York State Licensure- aware and acquire openness to diversity: These skills Qualifying MBA program in Professional Accountancy include awareness and appreciation of world cultures, (150 Hour program) by students earning their B.S. and languages, as well as of non-dominant groups and degree in Accounting from Hilbert College. Hilbert societies at home and abroad. students who are interested may contact their academic advisor for details, or contact St. Bonaventure directly. Outcome 3: Students will acquire effective reasoning and problem-solving skills: These include the development of multiple, sophisticated problem-solving Academic Policies strategies that transcend traditional discipline boundaries. Hilbert College, as stated in the mission, is committed to providing students both a thorough grounding in general Outcome 4: Students will develop advanced research education and the liberal arts as well as specific skills: These skills include knowledge regarding knowledge and skills in their degree programs. To that technology-enhanced research and the ability to end, the following are the foundations of academics at recognize the validity of research information sources Hilbert. Outcome 5: Students will develop skills in integrative Liberal Learning Outcomes learning: These skills include collaborative work combining analytical and experiential learning According to the Association of American Colleges & Universities, the ―a truly liberal education is one that Outcome 6: Students will develop the ability to lead prepares us to live responsible, productive and creative an examined life and value the need for lifelong lives in a dramatically changing world. It is an education learning. In a rapidly changing world, students will that fosters a well-grounded intellectual resilience, a learn that these skills in self-renewal are essential both disposition toward lifelong learning, and an acceptance personally and professionally. of responsibility for the ethical consequences of our General Education ideas and actions.‖ Within the Liberal Learning outcomes, the General To achieve these broad objectives, Hilbert College Education Core Curriculum is designed to provide believes that they cannot be taught in isolation but must foundational learning to prepare students for success in be taught as an integral part of a cumulative, holistic the specific skills of their professional program or major. curriculum that integrates into professional training the development of lifelong skills that transfer well to a Thus, after completion of the General Education Core, a wide variety of occupations student will be able to demonstrate intermediate college level mastery of: As part of these general educational goals, the Oral and written communication curriculum is designed to promote the following six Mathematics and quantitative skills objectives cumulatively over the student‘s time at Critical thinking and problem solving skills Hilbert. All courses will indicate which of the six objectives they are designed to strengthen. Certain Students will also be able to demonstrate familiarity with required courses will attempt to reinforce all six basic concepts and knowledge in objectives. Thus, the student will consciously monitor 56 57 HILBERT COLLEGE Humanities and Arts minimum of 42 credit hours must be completed in the Social Sciences humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, and the social sciences. A minimum of 45 credit hours must be Ethics and moral reasoning completed in the upper division. Natural sciences The Associate in Arts degree is granted upon completion The General Education Core consists of: of 60 credit hours (quality point rating of C = 2.0) primarily in liberal arts and sciences. A minimum 45 Total hours requirement of 48 credit hours should be distributed among the humanities, the natural sciences and Specifically Required courses (15 hours) mathematics, and the social sciences, with depth in at least one area. The Associate in Science and the English 101 Associate in Applied Science degrees require English 102 completion of an organized curriculum of 60 credit COM 151 (Public Speaking) hours (quality point rating of C = 2.0) which must Foundations (first year) Seminar include at least 20 credit hours in the humanities, the Junior Symposium natural sciences and mathematics, and the social sciences. There should be reasonable distribution of Modules: (One course required in each) (27 hours) courses from the three categories.
Course Load Intercultural Awareness Moral Reasoning The normal course load is 15 credit hours. A semester Religious Studies credit hour represents one 50-minute class period per Math week or one 100-minute laboratory period per week for Science one fifteen-week semester. Most classes at Hilbert are 3- Sociology/Psychology credit classes. More than 18 credit hours may be carried Political Science/History/Geography with the approval of the Department Chairperson. There Literature and Arts is a fee for each credit hour beyond 18. Interdisciplinary Studies Registration for 12 or more hours constitutes full-time status. Elective (chosen only from courses in modules above) (3 hours) Advisement
An effective advisement system is vital to maximum Note: These requirements apply to all students who student success. The academic advisement program at enrolled as freshmen in fall 2009 or later or as transfers Hilbert is a continuing process throughout the student‘s in fall 2010 or later. Students who enrolled earlier association with Hilbert. It is conducted through the should consult the prior catalog and their advisor for assignment of each student to a faculty member with their General Education requirements. whom the student may consult on matters which, in the student‘s opinion, have some bearing on academic DEGREE REQUIREMENTS performance. It is coordinated by the Registrar. The
Hilbert College awards the degrees of Bachelor of Arts program also insures compliance with curriculum (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Associate in Arts (AA), requirements and counseling program services.
Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Support Services for Students with Disabilities Science (AAS). The mission of Academic Services is to provide The Bachelor of Arts degree is granted upon completion assistance to Hilbert students in a proactive, respectful of 120 credit hours (quality point rating of C = 2.0) and professional manner. Of critical importance to the primarily in liberal arts and sciences. A minimum of 45 fulfillment of this mission is the recognition of the credit hours must be completed in the upper division. unique and diverse needs of each student and the
The Bachelor of Science degree is granted upon commitment to the pursuit of academic excellence and completion of 120 credit hours (quality point rating of C student success. Services are accessed through the = 2.0) which satisfy particular program requirements. A Academic Services Center or by contacting the Director 57 58 HILBERT COLLEGE of Academic Services or the Associate Director. GRADING SYSTEM Students with disabilities requesting academic Quality accommodations are asked to contact the Director of Letter Grade Point Average Academic Services as early as possible in the application A 4.0 process. Any information received by Academic A- 3.7 Services regarding a disability will be treated in a B+ 3.3 B 3.0 confidential manner. B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 Services may include academic adjustments, C 2.0 modifications and auxiliary aids. C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 Specific accommodations may include: D 1.0 D- .7 Testing modifications F 0 I Incomplete Note Takers W Withdrawal Tape-recording classes The I grade may be assigned at the end of a semester if a Additional information may be found in the ―Student student is unable to complete the coursework because of Guidelines, Policies and Procedures for Accessing extenuating circumstances. The incomplete grade, when Disability Services‖ manual, which is available at the assigned, must be converted to a permanent grade by the Academic Services Center. (105 Bogel Hall) end of the next full academic term (i.e., fall or spring).
The Quality Point Average (QPA) is determined by Attendance multiplying the number of credit hours for each course by the course grade quality points, then dividing the sum Students are expected to attend all classes, laboratory of these by the total credit hours for that semester. periods, and official activities as scheduled. Extended absences affecting course performance may necessitate The Cumulative Quality Points Average (CQPA) withdrawal from courses. It is the responsibility of represents the average of all completed coursework and students to contact faculty to discuss their academic is determined by dividing the total number of quality standing. points earned by the total number of credit hours earned for all semesters of study at Hilbert College. Examinations
A student who misses an examination has the Courses may be repeated to raise the Cumulative Quality responsibility to contact the instructor for a make-up Point Average at this college. When this alternative is examination option, at the discretion of the instructor, chosen, the higher grade quality points are considered and consistent with the instructor‘s make-up when computing the CQPA. Credit assigned to the examination policy as stated in the instructor‘s syllabus. particular course is only added once, not twice, into the total number of credit hours earned by the student. The Grade Reports old grade remains on the transcript. If repeating a course to receive a better grade, it does not count for financial A final grade report is sent to the student by the Student aid. (If only taking 12 hours, you would have to take 15 Records Office at the end of each semester and at the hours to receive full-time financial aid.) end of the third summer session. ACADEMIC STANDING
Regular Status
Any student permitted to register is considered to be in good academic standing, possessing the potential to
maintain satisfactory progress toward completion of a degree.
58 59 HILBERT COLLEGE Students holding a QPA of 3.00 or higher in the most WITHDRAWALS recent semester may petition the Office of the Academic Withdrawal from the College Affairs to carry more than 18 credits in the next semester. Official withdrawal from the College maintains good standing and eligibility for readmission. To officially Probation and Dismissal withdraw, the student must:
Probation or dismissal occurs when the Cumulative 1. Secure a withdrawal form from the Student Records Quality Point Average is below the designated figure for Office. the appropriate credit hours. (See following breakdown.) 2. Fulfill all financial obligations with the Office of Right of Appeal for reinstatement following dismissal Student Finance. Have the staff person sign the may be exercised by contacting the Office of the withdrawal form. Academic Affairs. 3. Complete the withdrawal form. If the withdrawal is for all coursework, the signature of a Student Finance The College reserves the right to exclude at any time Official is required to ensure that all financial students whose academic standing, conduct, attitude, or obligations (both cost-related and Federal and State health does not meet the standards upheld by the Aid) have been fulfilled. Return the form to the College. Students are guaranteed due process. A student Student Records Office. The signature of the not making satisfactory progress toward a degree is Executive Director for Success and Retention is also subject to academic dismissal. required.
When it is not convenient to withdraw in person, the ASSOCIATE DEGREE CHART process may be accomplished by a letter signed by the Credits Attempted Academic Academic Dismissal Probation student and sent by certified mail, return receipt. The 12-29 Below 1.30 1.30-1.50 withdrawal will be recorded on the date on which the 30-44 Below 1.50 1.50-1.74 letter is received in the Student Records Office. All 45-60 Below 1.74 1.70-1.99 obligations must be fulfilled before withdrawal from the College is official. BACHELOR DEGREE CHART Credits Attempted Academic Academic Withdrawal from a Course Dismissal Probation 12-30 Below 1.30 1.30-1.50 Withdrawal from a course results in a W grade. This 31-60 Below 1.50 1.50-1.70 procedure is permitted up to nine weeks into the 61-90 Below 1.70 1.70-1.90 semester. The student should complete a withdrawal 91-120 Below 1.90 1.90-1.99 form which requires the signature of the program chair, the student‘s advisor, or the Executive Director of Registration — Cancellation Student Success and Retention.
A student‘s registration may only be canceled prior to Leave of Absence the end of drop/add. No financial obligation will be incurred other than application fees, tuition deposits and Students may request a leave of absence from Hilbert dorm deposits which are non-refundable. All registration College for a stipulated period of time, not to exceed two cancellations must be in writing and submitted to the consecutive academic semesters. A special form may be Student Records Office. obtained from the Student Records Office, completed, and returned to that same office. Registration — Student Withdrawal Students will receive written notification from the Once the student's class has met through drop/add, Department Chairperson informing them of the action registration may not be canceled. Rather, the student taken on their requests. must officially withdraw in writing from course registration at the Student Records Office. A financial Note: Requests for leave will not be reviewed if students obligation has been incurred at the end of drop/add are on academic dismissal or probation, have been period. subject to disciplinary action, have not met their
59 60 HILBERT COLLEGE financial obligations to the College, or are in arrears on Step Three student loans. The Curriculum, and Academic Policy and Procedure (CAPP) committee has ten (10) calendar days to review Study Abroad the written statements and other information submitted by the student, instructor and the Department A student who will be studying abroad for a semester Chairperson. needs to complete a Study Abroad form in the Student The Subcommittee will attempt to schedule a meeting Records office. The student must request that an official among the parties within ten (10) calendar days. The transcript be sent to the Office of Student Records for purpose of the meeting is for the Subcommittee to review and acceptance of transfer credits. provide an opportunity to informally hear both the Upon return to the College, students must contact the student‘s and instructor‘s statements, and afford all Office of Admissions and complete an abbreviated parties access to any other statements or information application process for reinstatement, inclusive of gathered for review. payment of applicable fees. At the conclusion of the meeting, the Subcommittee will GRADE GRIEVANCE POLICY decide by majority vote whether to recommend a grade change. The Subcommittee must notify the student and A student may dispute a final course grade received from instructor of their recommendation in writing within ten an instructor through the following grade grievance (10) calendar days after the meeting. The Subcommittee policy. This policy is intended to provide for a fair and shall notify the Director of Student Records and the Vice reasonable process of review of a student‘s dispute of a President for Academic Affairs of a grade change within grade. The time limit to initiate a review of a disputed ten (10) calendar days of receipt of the Subcommittee‘s grade will be four (4) weeks after classes have started in written recommendation. the next semester.
Step Four Step One If a student is not satisfied with the Subcommittee‘s A student should discuss a disputed grade with the recommendation, the student may request formal review instructor and the parties should attempt to resolve their by the full Curriculum, and Academic Policy and differences on an informal basis. The instructor may Procedure (CAPP) committee within ten (10) calendar authorize a change of grade after this step. days. The Committee has the discretion to authorize a
change of grade or terminate review of the grade Step Two grievance. The Committee must issue a decision within If the student is still not satisfied, the student may submit thirty (30) calendar days of such a review. The decision a written request for review to the Department should be recorded in writing with copies retained to the Chairperson within ten (10) academic days after meeting Curriculum and Academic Policy and Procedure (CAPP) with the instructor. Both the instructor and student Committee‘s minutes and student‘s permanent file. should submit a narrative statement with any appropriate documentation to the Department Chairperson to support ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT their position. Hilbert College Student Code of Academic Ethics
The Department Chairperson must review the written Introduction: statements from both parties within ten (10) calendar Academic dishonesty is a serious problem facing every days. (If the involved instructor is the Department academic institution, and it is important that appropriate Chairperson, then the matter is referred to the Vice procedures be put into place to reduce the harm done to President for Academic Affairs.) the education process. While Hilbert has some policies
already in place, it is necessary to strengthen the ability The Department Chairperson will attempt to informally of the college to detect and properly deal with repeat mediate and resolve the grade dispute. If this is not offenders without compromising the academic freedom possible within ten (10) calendar days, the matter is then and prerogatives of individual instructors. This plan will referred to the appropriate Subcommittee of the supplement existing tools, providing both professors and Curriculum, and Academic Policy and Procedure students with a measure of protection while more (CAPP) committee within ten (10) calendar days. forcefully deterring academic misbehavior.
60 61 HILBERT COLLEGE A student's conduct at Hilbert College is expected to Although it is ultimately a faculty member‘s choice, reflect that of a person engaged in a serious endeavor - faculty are strong encouraged to report all violations of the pursuit of an academic degree. The College provides the Code of Ethics. A faculty member should report any an environment that fosters critical thinking and violation to the chairman of the department in which the judgment, and in order to safeguard the integrity of the incident occurred. The chairperson of the department institution, students are expected to follow the policies should then report the incident to the chairperson of the of the College and the faculty. To fulfill their part of that department of the student in question. Penalties for commitment, students must adhere to an academic code academic dishonesty may be loss of credit for the work of ethics by refraining from participation in acts of in question, loss of credit for the course, suspension, or academic dishonesty. The Student Code of Academic if two violations have been proven, expulsion from the Ethics (hereafter referred to as the Code of Ethics) College. Students have the right to dispute any action in includes aspects of ethical conduct within the academic accordance with the Student Grievance Procedure as setting. The Code of Ethics ensures that students described in the Student Handbook. Ignorance of any maintain the highest ethical standards when in the aspect of the Code of Ethics is not an acceptable defense. academic setting, when performing work in the classroom, and when completing work outside the Academic dishonesty shall include but not be limited classroom. to the following: A. Cheating on examinations and assignments: Students are expected to exhibit exemplary ethical Cheating is obtaining an unearned academic advantage behavior as part of the College community and society either through deliberate deception or indifference to the as a whole. Acts of academic dishonesty including student academic code. A student is considered to be cheating, plagiarism, deliberate falsification, and other cheating if, in the opinion of the person administering an unethical acts that may be specifically defined by a examination or test, the student gives, seeks, or receives student‘s individual discipline are considered breaches aid during the test, examination, or other assigned class of the Code of Ethics. work. Examples of cheating include the following: By attending Hilbert College, students accept this Student Academic Code of Ethics and agree to the 1. Copying answers from another person. following: 2. Deliberate alteration of graded material for a re- Students must do all of their own work, unless grade or grade correction. otherwise specified by the instructor (for 3. Using any unauthorized resources during an example, collaborative projects). exam, such as bringing notes to class on a scrap Students must not cheat. of paper, on an article of clothing, on one‘s Students must not help others to cheat. person, on an electronic device, etc., or writing notes or answers on campus furniture or Students who are unclear about the validity of an structures. academic procedure that they are about to undertake 4. Asking for, giving, or receiving the answers to should ask their instructor for guidance beforehand. test questions. Violations of the Code of Ethics will result in sanctions, 5. Having another person/student take a test for a including possible expulsion from the College. student. 6. Stealing or having in one‘s possession without Academic Dishonesty: permission any tests, materials, or property Academic dishonesty is a violation of the Code of belonging to or having been generated by Ethics. It is the student‘s responsibility to seek guidance faculty, staff, or another student. from the instructor, when he/she is unclear about any 7. Fabricating data and information (i.e., laboratory issue involving academic integrity. By matriculating at and clinical results, case studies, interviews, Hilbert College, students are automatically subject to the etc.). provisions of the Code of Ethics, and they are expected 8. Submitting a previously graded paper or speech to uphold and support this Code of Ethics without to a different instructor without that instructor‘s compromise or exception. In addition, students are approval. expected to comply with reporting procedures, when 9. Submitting the same paper to two instructors they notice any violation of the Code of Ethics. simultaneously without both instructors‘ permission.
61 62 HILBERT COLLEGE B. Plagiarism: Plagiarism is the presentation of others' opposed to identifying a misspelled word, or ideas or written works as one's own. Written works can writing or re-writing a major portion of a take the form of electronic or print media and could student‘s assignment. include--among other items--opinions, facts, and 3. Taking a test for another student. statistics. Examples of plagiarism include the following: Consequences of Academic Dishonesty: 1. Copying or presenting material verbatim from Ensuring academic honesty is everyone’s any source without using quotation marks and responsibility. The excuse of ignorance is the appropriate documentation or by using unacceptable in response to a charge of student improper documentation of the source, including academic dishonesty. any materials from the Internet or other electronic sources. One act of academic dishonesty will result in the 2. Copying from any source (print and non-print, following consequences: including Internet websites), including altering a few words to avoid exact quotation, without the Failing (55) or zero (0) grade for the assignment appropriate documentation or by using improper or course to be determined by the professor. documentation of the source. 3. Rewording an idea found in a source but then The student‘s name should be submitted to the omitting documentation or improperly citing the Provost/VPAA and kept on file until graduation source. or until a second offense occurs. 4. Submitting as one‘s own any course assignment (i.e., a paper, speech, computer project, media If the student is caught engaging in a second presentation, studio project, lab report, etc.) incidence of academic dishonesty, he/she will be created by someone else. expelled from Hilbert College according to the 5. Having someone other than the student correct following process: the mistakes on a paper or speech (someone may suggest revisions, but the work must be the Due process for alleged violations of the Code of student‘s). Ethics
Please note that ―common knowledge‖ does not Step One: During orientation, students will sign an require a reference; however, a student may not be sure Academic Integrity Promise, which includes a what constitutes ―common knowledge.‖ The golden rule description of the college‘s policy and procedures for is, when in doubt cite. academic dishonesty. Students will be provided with information about the nature of plagiarism and the C. Aiding another student in committing an act of damage to their lives and careers which will occur if academic dishonesty. Helping someone else to cheat is they are found to have engaged in cheating. against the Code of Ethics. Some examples may include the following: Step Two: If a student is accused by faculty of academic dishonesty, the student may either accept or 1. Willfully offering to or taking from another challenge the accusation. If the student acknowledges student questions or answers to tests, the dishonesty, the faculty member penalizes him or her examinations, oral and written assignments, according to whatever penalties that are described in the presentations, clinical projects, etc. syllabus. The faculty member should then file an 2. Doing another student‘s assignment (in the incident report within one business week to his/her classroom, laboratory, studio, or clinical setting; department chair, who will forward a copy to the online; or outside of class), excluding Provost/VPAA‘s office. Moreover, the faculty member collaborative learning assignments or joint will notify the student in writing within one business assignments approved by the instructor. Some week (as a reminder of orientation instruction) that if the examples may include, but are not limited to, student is accused and proven of a second charge of doing another student‘s homework or other academic dishonesty, he/she will be dismissed from the assignment for him or her as opposed to College. showing the student how to do the work, correcting a student‘s misspelled word as 62 63 HILBERT COLLEGE Step Three: If the student challenges the faculty - cum laude: 3.6-3.74 member‘s accusation, the matter will be presented to the - magna cum laude: 3.75-3.89 faculty member‘s department chair. The chair will - summa cum laude: 3.9-4.0 render a decision based on separate written reports Students who entered prior to fall 2007 will qualify for submitted by both parties. If the chair‘s decision honors recognition at graduation if they achieve a QPA supports the faculty member and the student accepts the of 3.3 and above. decision, a report will be filed in the Provost/VPAA‘s office. If the chair‘s decision supports the student‘s Honors Awards presented annually at position and the faculty member accepts it, any report Commencement Exercises are: filed with the Provost/VPAA will be rescinded. The Sister Mary Edwina Bogel Award is bestowed annually upon the female graduate whose character, Step Four: If either the faculty member or student do intellectual achievement and devoted services to her not accept the decision of the chair and wish to appeal, fellow students and to the College render her the matter will be presented to the Curriculum, outstanding. Academic Policies, and Procedures Committee (CAPP) within one business week of said accusation. Both John W. Kissel Man of the Year Award is made possible parties and the department chair will then send written through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Steffan reports within one business week to the chair of that and is granted to the male graduate whose character, committee to render a final decision. If the committee‘s intellectual progress, organizational ability, and decision supports the faculty member, the report of participation in activities and programs of the College dishonesty already filed in the office of the render him outstanding among his peers. Provost/VPAA will remain in force. If the CAPP Committee instead supports the student, such a report The Lambert Graham and Margaret Graham Award is will be removed. If either the faculty member or student bestowed annually upon the male or female adult who, does not accept the decision of the CAPP Committee, a as a full-time student, has maintained the highest report will be sent within one business week to the Cumulative Quality Point Average while a student at Provost/VPAA for a final decision. Hilbert. If more than one student has the same QPA, the award will be presented to the student that has Step Five: If a second report of academic dishonesty for completed the most hours at Hilbert College. the same student is filed in the Provost/VPAA‘s office and is sustained through the foregoing process, the The Kimberly Bruch Raczkowski Memorial Alumni student is automatically expelled from the college by the Award is named in honor of a 1991 graduate, a woman Provost/VPAA. whose zest for life at Hilbert College made her untimely death all the more tragic. This award is bestowed upon a Misuse of College Property person who personifies integrity and moral character, a Any tampering with Hilbert College computer software person who exhibits leadership qualities and reflects the or computers is considered a serious misuse of College spirit of Hilbert College. property and will be dealt with accordingly. Students guilty of such an offense are subject to immediate Honors Awards presented at the annual dismissal and possible legal action. Honors Reception are: The Francis J. McGrath, Jr. and Marie M. McGrath Awards are for Accounting, Business Administration, Honors and Awards Digital Media and Communication Studies, Criminal Academic Honors include: Justice, Computer Security and Information Assurance, All full time students who earn 12 or more semester English, Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation, hours with a Quality Point Average of 3.3 or above Human Services, Law & Government, Legal Studies, and no grade lower than a C are named to the Psychology and Rehabilitation Services. Academic Achievement List. The Hilbert College Awards are for Accounting, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Effective with the class entering Fall 2007, students Communication Studies, Computer Security and will be awarded degrees with honors for achieving Information Assurance, English, Forensic Science/Crime Quality Point Averages as follows and have Scene Investigation, Human Services, Law & completed at least 45 credit hours at Hilbert
63 64 HILBERT COLLEGE Government, Legal Studies, Psychology and The Jocelyn R. Hughes Excellence in English Award is Rehabilitation Services. given by the Media and Language Arts Department annually to the graduating English major deemed by the The McGrath Awards and The Hilbert College Awards department‘s faculty to have produced the best academic are presented to members of the graduating class who work of that year‘s class of English majors. have demonstrated superior achievement in these areas of study while completing their bachelor degree The Loose-leaf Law Publications Awards: ―The Loose- requirements. leaf Law Publications Award is given annually to recognize the graduating Criminal Justice majors who The New York State Society of Certified Public exhibit exemplary dedication and enthusiasm in their Accountants Award is presented to the graduating specialized field.‖ accounting major who has received the highest general averaged grade in all accounting courses. Sigma Tau Delta is an international English Honor Society for English majors and minors. Students must meet eligibility requirements including having a 3.0 GPA or above and maintaining at least a B average in English courses.
Lambda Epsilon Chi is a national honor society for paralegal students in baccalaureate programs. Students in the top 20% of their graduating class are eligible.
Thompson Publishing Award for Excellence in Human Services annually recognizes the Human Service student who has achieved academic excellence and has already made a contribution to the discipline of Human Services. The student is chosen for this honor based on academic performance in the major and upon recommendation by the departmental faculty.
64 65 HILBERT COLLEGE per semester. First-time residents are mandated to select Financial Policies this option for the first full year of residence. Option #2 provides 14 meals per week at a cost of $1790 per semester. Option #3 provides 10 meals per week at a (2010-2011) cost of $1495 per semester. A meal plan is not required for students residing in the Hilbert College Apartments; Tuition and fees are billed in advance for advance- however, Option #4 provides 5 meals per week at a cost registered students. Payment is due thirty days prior to of $500 per semester. Option #4 is only available to the start of the semester. Those who register through the students residing in the Hilbert College Apartments and drop/add period are billed immediately and payment is commuter students. due upon receipt of the invoice. Costs are subject to change.
All changes in the meal plan options must be approved Tuition before the first day of the semester. Students who register for 12-18 credit hours (full-time) are charged $8,945 per semester. Security Deposit for Residents
Students who enter the Hilbert residences for the first For each credit hour over 18, there is an additional time are charged a $125 security deposit. This fee is charge of $430 per credit hour. There is no adjustment in maintained in a special account and is refunded to the overload charge for withdrawals after the drop/add residents (less any damage charges) when they leave the period. hall at graduation or withdraw completely from the
college. Year-end damages are assessed and collected to Students who register for 1-11 credit hours (part-time) keep the deposit secure. are charged $430 per credit hour.
Special Cases General College Fees Senior citizens (60 years) and members of the Elder Full-time students are charged $250 per semester; part- Scholars Program may register for courses on a non- time students are charged $13 per credit hour. These fees credit basis and receive a full waiver of charges. Regular include library use, student activities, athletic facility charges apply if the courses are taken for credit. use, parking, and identification card processing.
Courses that are audited with the approval of the Technology Fee – $50.00 per semester instructor and Vice President for Academic Affairs are All full and part-time students are charged a $50 charged half of the regular tuition rate for coursework. technology fee each semester. No fees are charged. Auditors receive neither credit nor
grades. Registration Fee
Part-time students are charged $5 per semester. Canadian citizens receive a 5% discount on tuition, fees
and residence hall charges to account for the currency Orientation Fee exchange. No discount will be offered on apartments on All first-time students are charged a $40 orientation fee or off campus. The discount will be rounded to the in their first semester nearest whole dollar.
Room Charges Advanced college credit is granted to approved high Resident students who have contracted for a double school students. They are charged two-thirds the regular room in St. Joseph‘s Residence Hall are charged $1875 tuition rate for coursework. per semester. Single room occupancy rate is $2825 per semester. A double room or suite in Trinity Residence Other Charges Hall is $2,025 per semester. Rejected Credit Card fee ...... $10.00 Occupancy rate for the Hilbert College Apartments is a Returned Check fee ...... 15.00 flat rate of $2925 per semester. Application fee...... 20.00
Transcript fee...... 3.00 Board Charges There are three meal options for resident students.
Option #1 provides 19 meals per week at a cost of $1970
65 66 HILBERT COLLEGE The Tuition Plan must contact the Student Finance Office for further Hilbert College offers a monthly payment program instructions. which divides the semester‘s tuition costs into four monthly payments. The finance charge ranges from $25- Refund Policies $100 depending upon the amount financed on the plan. Application fees are non-refundable. The student (and perhaps the parent) will be required to Tuition deposits are non-refundable. complete a Tuition Plan Promissory Note. Payments Room deposits are non-refundable except in cases of received after the five day grace period after the due date academic dismissal or excessive financial burden. are assessed a $10 late fee. Refund of all tuition and fee payments, other than non-refundable deposits, is allowed for those Employer Reimbursement Promissory Note students who officially notify the Student Records Students who are eligible for tuition reimbursement from Office that they will not be attending before the first their employer are allowed to sign an employer payment day of classes. promissory note to defer payment until two weeks after On or after the first day of the semester, refunds will the grade report is mailed. The finance charge for this be issued on cancellations, withdrawals, and note ranges from $25-100 depending upon the amount adjustments that have been properly filed in writing deferred. Students are responsible for payment of full in the Student Records Office. The effective date of charges including the finance fee. these changes will be the date on which the form is received by the office. If done by letter, it is Financial Aid Deferments recommended to send the notice by certified/return Upon completion of properly validated financial aid receipt mail. award documents and loan applications, the Student Refund of residence hall payments, other than non- Finance Office will defer the amount of the estimated refundable deposits, is allowed for those students grants and loans against the institutional charges for the who officially notify the Director of Residence Life semester. It is the student‘s responsibility to respond to of their non-residence status prior to the first day of any requirements in a timely manner. Failure to do so the residence contract. Any student whose contract will result in the loss of the deferment, late charges may for residence is accepted and who, thereafter, be assessed and payment will be expected immediately. voluntarily changes to another residence not under If loss of financial aid results in non-payment of the the supervision of the College, but who continues to account, the account may be placed with a collection attend the College as a full-time student will remain agency. The collection fee (up to 50% of debt) and if obligated for the entire semester‘s room and board necessary, litigation costs, will be the responsibility of charge. Any student whose contract for residence the student. accommodations is accepted and who, thereafter, officially withdraws from the College as a full-time Payment Policies student may receive a refund in accordance with the All tuition balances are payable by the published due institutional refund schedule. A resident who breaks date on the invoice. Payments by cash, check, the yearly contract between semesters will be MasterCard, VISA and Discover are acceptable. assessed a $100 contract breakage fee. Payment arrangements for any outstanding balance must If the financial aid awards exceed the institutional be made by the published due date on the invoice. charges for the semester, a refund of the excess Failure to respond by the payment due date will result in funds is processed within 14 days of the credit a late fee. balance being created. A list of refund recipients is
posted each week. Checks that are not picked up The College will not issue grade reports, transcripts or within seven days are mailed. other information until the account is paid in full. Refunds resulting from Federal Parent (PLUS)Loans Resident students will not be allowed to move into the are made payable to the parent borrower, and are residence hall until all financial aid is credited and their mailed directly to the parent. account is paid in full. Outside collection and legal Full-time and part-time students who completely or action will be taken to secure the payment due the partially withdraw during the first four weeks of the College. The cost of these collection services will be the responsibility of the student. A student whose account is semester are granted an adjustment in tuition charges according to the following schedule. not fully paid or deferred upon by the payment due date
66 67 HILBERT COLLEGE Institutional Refund Schedule calculated on a pro rata basis through 60 percent of the payment period. Full-time Day or Evening students and Part-time Return of Funds Formula Day students follow this schedule for Fall or Spring semesters. T There are six basic steps to the formula for calculating Fees Room the amount of funds that must be returned to the Title IV Week of Classes Refund programs. Tuition Given Room Fees 1. Determine date of withdrawal and percentage of Up to end of Drop/Add 100% 100% 50% payment period attended by the student. A student‘s 2nd Fiscal Week 90% no refund 25% withdrawal date is one of the following: 3rd Fiscal Week 60% no refund no refund 4th Fiscal Week 30% no refund no refund the date the student began the withdrawal process 5th Fiscal Week no refund no refund no refund prescribed by the institution; the date the student otherwise gave (in writing or The College will refund Board charges on a pro-rated orally) official notification to the institution of his schedule. or her intent to withdraw; if the student never began the withdrawal process Part-time Evening students follow this schedule for or otherwise gave notice of intent to withdraw, the Fall or Spring semesters. midpoint of the payment period or period of enrollment or the student‘s last day of academically Refund Given related activity if it can document the student‘s Class Meetings Tuition Fees attendance; Up to end of Drop/Add 100% 100% rd if the student did not begin the withdrawal process After 2nd class, before 3 90% no refund After 3rd class, before 4th 60% no refund or otherwise give notification (including notice After 4th class, before 5th 30% no refund from someone acting on the student‘s behalf) to the After 5th class no refund no refund institution of the intent to withdraw because of circumstances beyond the student‘s control (e.g., 3 Week Summer Session Schedule illness, accident, grievous personal loss, etc.), the Refund Given date based on the circumstances related to the Class Meetings Tuition Fees withdrawal; Up to end of Drop/Add 100% 100% rd if a student who was granted an approved leave of After 2nd class, before 3 30% no refund absence fails to return from the leave of absence, After 3rd class no refund no refund the date the institution determines the approved
leave of absence began; or • if a student takes an 7 Week Summer Session Schedule unapproved leave of absence, the date the student Refund Given Class Meetings Tuition Fees began the unapproved leave of absence. Up to end of Drop/Add 100% 100% 2. Calculate amount of Title IV aid earned by the After 2nd class, before 3rd 50% no refund student. After 3rd class, before 4th 25% no refund 3. Compare amount earned and amount disbursed to After 4th class no refund no refund determine amount of unearned. 4. If amount earned is greater than amount disbursed, Notice: After the end of the drop/add period, no determine late disbursement. adjustments are made for partial withdrawals of full- 5. If amount earned is less than amount disbursed, time students. determined amount of Title IV aid that must be returned. Federal Regulations Pertaining to Refunds/ 6. Calculate portion of funds to be returned by institution Repayments of Federal (Title IV) Aid and student. A student who owes a grant repayment All schools that participate in any of the Federal Title IV remains ineligible for further Title IV assistance until financial aid programs must determine how much Title the grant is repaid, unless the student and the IV aid a student has received and not earned at the time institution agree on satisfactory repayment of withdrawal, as well as how much of the aid has to be arrangements. returned and by whom. The amount of aid earned is 67 68 HILBERT COLLEGE The following is the refund distribution schedule: and this action will disqualify further Title IV funding until the monies are returned as requested. 1. Unsubsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loan The institution will respond to any questions or concerns 2. Subsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loan regarding this regulation.
3. Federal Perkins Loan Financial Aid Policies 4. FFEL/Direct PLUS THE APPLICATION PROCESS Applying for student financial assistance can be a 5. PELL Grant complicated process. In order for the College to determine a student‘s eligibility for financial aid, certain 6. Federal SEOG application procedures must be followed and the student must submit follow-up forms in an accurate and timely 7. Other Title IV Programs manner. Students must be officially accepted by the Office of Admissions before notification of financial aid Examples of these refund calculations are available in is given. The process of applying for financial aid is the Student Finance Office. lengthy and some funds, grants and scholarships, are limited. Therefore, to assure being considered for all Student’s Responsibility available funds, and to receive timely notification of
Prior to leaving the institution, the student should seek funds being offered, students should submit the application form and all follow-up forms by March 1. both academic and financial advisement. After st completing the official withdrawal form (available in the You can apply for financial aid after January 1 of each Student Records Office), the student‘s record will be year and should apply as soon as the family tax return is processed using the date of withdrawal. If the student processed. does not officially withdraw, yet ceases to attend all his/her registered classes for the semester, the faculty The form used when applying for federal financial aid will provide the last date of attendance. The student‘s (including student loans) is called the Free Application record will be processed using this last date of for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). As the name attendance if it surpasses the midpoint of the semester. suggests, there is no fee for using this form. The information that is provided on this form serves as the If the student receives a check from the institution as a basis for determining the student‘s eligibility for federal result of financial aid/loans exceeding the tuition costs aid as a full-time or part-time student. The quickest way and withdraws, the student may be responsible to repay a to file for financial aid is to complete the FAFSA on the portion of that refund to the Title IV programs. The web at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Both the student and one institution will review the refund in proportion to the parent (for dependent students) must have a pin number length of attendance and determine what the student in order to sign the FAFSA electronically. A pin number needs to repay. can be requested at www.pin.ed.gov. Once you have completed your FAFSA electronically, you will be Institution’s Responsibility directed to the New York State Higher Education Services website to complete your New York State TAP After determining that a student receiving Title IV funds Application. If you do not complete the TAP application has withdrawn (officially or unofficially), the institution on-line, one will be mailed to you. (TAP is for New will process the appropriate refund calculation as York State residents attending a New York State college mandated by the Federal regulations. The resulting only.) You may also complete and mail the paper TAP action will be summarized and notice of this action will application. To assist with completing the FAFSA form be mailed to the student. If the student must repay a on-line, a FAFSA worksheet is available in the Student portion of the refund received prior to the withdrawal, Finance Office or at the Guidance Office of your high the institution will notify the student of the liability. school. The TAP form will be mailed to you once your The institution will perform due diligence in securing the electronic FAFSA has been received by the processor. monies to return to the Title IV programs. This Title IV Once you receive your responses to these applications, overpayment status will be indicated on all subsequent you must review the information you provided, and Financial Aid transcripts that the institution produces make any corrections electronically or by mail. 68 69 HILBERT COLLEGE The Free Application for Federal Student Aid allows maintain satisfactory academic progress in the students to request application information to be sent to program of study up to ten different institutions. To designate that not be in default on a previous federal education information be sent to Hilbert College, please list its loan, not owe a repayment on a previous federal name and institution code (002735) on the application. It educational grant or loan, and not have borrowed in is important for students and their parents to understand excess of federal student loan limits that, when applying for financial aid, they accept certain meet additional program-specific criteria under responsibilities. These include providing correct, specific program descriptions accurate, and timely information. Also, the applicant must review and understand the agreements contained in Calculation of Financial Aid all forms that are signed, comply with application Once the student‘s eligibility for financial aid has been deadlines and requests for additional information and established, the financial aid award for the student can repay any funds received as a result of inaccurate be determined. This process is called packaging. It is the information. process of filling the gap between the cost of attending the College and the amount a family can afford to Once the processing center analyzes the application data, contribute from personal resources to pay those costs. the results are transmitted to several parties. The student The cost of attendance, also referred to as the student‘s will receive an acknowledgment document that budget, takes into consideration expenses that are related summarizes the data information. It must be reviewed to the student‘s education. These educational costs are for accuracy. Corrections may be made online at both direct and indirect and include: www.fafsa.ed.gov . If all the information is accurate, the Student Finance Office will receive the same data via the • tuition and fees electronic network and in conjunction with other • room and board documents submitted by the applicant, the eligibility for • books and supplies federal, institutional and state aid can be determined. • transportation • miscellaneous personal expenses The Verification Process Some student federal aid applications are selected by the Costs may also include loan fees, dependent care costs processing center for verification. The student may need and expenses related to a disability (if they are necessary to provide documentation that the information reported for attendance and are not covered by other agencies). on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is The estimated cost of attendance budgets for full-time accurate. Documents such as the student‘s and parents‘ students attending in the 2009-10 academic year follow. tax returns, verification of untaxed income, household size or the number in college may be required. Important Reminder: These budgets are not the actual charges on the student’s account. Only tuition, fees, room General Eligibility Criteria and board (for resident students) amounts are listed on the Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible tuition bill. to receive federal funding: The estimated cost(s) of Attendance printed on the be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen Hilbert College Award Notice are inflated to include be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible several factors in addition to tuition and fees. The degree or certificate program at an eligible post- budgets below are for a full-time student and are used secondary institution strictly by the Student Finance Office for the purpose of not be simultaneously enrolled in elementary or packaging for the 2010-11 Academic Year. secondary school have a high school diploma or its recognized Commuter from home Off-Campus equivalent Tuition …...... $17890.00 Tuition …...... $17890.00 provide a valid and verifiable Social Security Fees …...... 600.00 Fees …...... 600.00 Number Room/Board...... 1500.00 Room/Board …...... 4500.00 if required, be registered with the Selective Service Transportation………700.00 Transportation …...... 700.00 Books/Supplies …...... 750.00 Books/Supplies ...... 750.00 not have had federal benefits suspended or Personal Expenses… 800.00 Personal Expenses …800.00 terminated as a result of a drug offense conviction Avg. Loan Orig. Fee…100.00 Avg. Loan Orig. Fee 100.00
TOTAL …...... $22,340.00 TOTAL...... $25,340.00 69 70 HILBERT COLLEGE Resident Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Tuition ...... $17890.00 Grants (SEOG) Fees ...... 600.00 The applicant must have financial need be enrolled at Room/Board...... 8000.00 least half-time, and be Pell eligible. Transportation...... 700.00 Books/Supplies ...... 750.00 The award ranges from $100 to $3900 per year, based on Personal Expenses ...... 800.00 cost of attendance and the availability of funds. Awards Avg. Loan Orig. Fee ...100.00 are made until the completion of the first bachelor
TOTAL ...... $28,840.00 degree.
**Child Care will be adjusted on an individual basis. Federal Perkins Loan Billing is done by Student Accounts on a semester basis. Loans are available to students enrolled at least halftime. Any specific questions pertaining to the student‘s bill The applicant must have exceptional financial need should be directed to that department. based on the data filed on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The current interest rate, not Your actual charges for attendance for one semester will payable until the repayment period, is 5% on the unpaid be: Tuition $8,945: Fees $300 (General College $250 principal. Repayment begins nine months after and Technology $50), Room/Board: $3,995 (actual graduation, or leaving school and may extend up to ten charges may vary depending on Room and Meal plan). years depending on the amount borrowed. Special payment deferments are granted for active military Based on the data from the Free Application for Federal service, service in the Peace Corps, VISTA, or similar Student Aid and State Tuition Assistance application, the national programs. There are provisions for loan award amounts for federal and state aid are calculated. cancellations for borrowers who enter certain fields of These award amounts, along with recommended loan teaching and law enforcement. amounts and work study allotments, are communicated to the student by means of an award notice. Once the A total of $6,000 may be borrowed for the first two student accepts the award notice by signing the school years of undergraduate study. A total of $12,000 may be copy and returning it by the deadline date shown on the borrowed for all the years of undergraduate study. The Award Letter, the financial aid amounts (excluding available loan funds are limited to each institution based workstudy amount since this is paid to the student when on federal calculations. the hours are worked) are used for deferment of tuition A student must remain enrolled at least half-time for the costs. Any balance remaining after the aid is deferred is proceeds of the loan to be credited to the student tuition the responsibility of the student to pay. account. Once the student has graduated, withdrawn or dropped below half-time, he/she must complete an Exit Specific Program Information Interview with the Perkins Loan Technician. All the
Federal Pell Grant payment obligations will be disclosed and copies of The Federal Pell Grant is an entitlement program. The important documents will be given to the borrower. applicant must be enrolled as an undergraduate student Academic transcripts are withheld until this requirement at least on a part-time basis in an approved post is fulfilled. secondary institution which is itself eligible under law to Federal Work-Study Program participate in the grant program. Financial need is The applicant must be enrolled full-time. The College determined by a formula established by the Department makes every attempt to employ all eligible students; of Education and is reviewed annually by Congress. A however, in the event when there are more eligible student may receive a Federal Pell Grant until the students than funds available, the College will select completion of the first bachelor degree. Once a bachelor those demonstrating exceptional financial need. degree is earned, the student is no longer eligible. The College arranges for job placements on campus and Current awards for full-time students range from $976 to off campus with public or private non-profit agencies $5350 per year. The amount of the award is affected by and community service organizations, includes the the cost of attendance and the status of part-time/full- America Reads/Counts Program. The number of hours time. The Pell grant is not duplicative of state awards. allowed for a student to work under this program are
determined by a student‘s financial need, class schedule,
70 71 HILBERT COLLEGE academic progress and health status. Students are paid Hilbert College has contracted with New York State every two weeks for the hours worked during that time. Higher Education Services Corporation to process all Compensation is not given for hours awarded and not federal loans through an electronic funds transfer worked. program. No checks will need to be signed, the funds are credited directly to the student account. The student Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan is sent notification of the payment transaction. In addition to meeting the general eligibility criteria already stated, the student must be enrolled at least half- Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan time. The student must also complete the Free This program provides a loan to independent Application for Federal Student Aid. undergraduate students. A student certified as a freshman or sophomore (0-59 credit hours completed) There are two loan programs available to students that may borrow up to $4000 per academic year. A student are part of the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) certified as a junior or senior (60 or more credit hours Program. Hilbert College will provide data, to HESC, completed) may borrow up to $5000 per academic year. indicating that you are eligible for a Subsidized Federal The annual interest rate is fixed at 6.8% and may be paid Stafford and/or Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan. by the student while attending school as well as while in Based on this information, you will be pre-approved for repayment. a loan and HESC will generate a letter which will describe in detail the procedure for completing your e- The student must remain enrolled at least half-time for mpn (electronic master promissory note.) You may the proceeds of any loan to be credited to his/her tuition apply for loan on-line or request a paper application account. Once a student has either graduated, withdrawn, from HESC if you do not have internet access. Once the or dropped below six credit hours, he/she must make loan application is completed on-line you will be sent to formal arrangements with the lending institution to begin ―mapping your future‖ which will allow you to complete repayment. The following regulations apply: the required entrance loan interview. You are responsible for understanding the information contained in the Promissory Note. Those students who were new borrowers as of July 1, 1987 have a six month grace period before A student certified as a freshman (0-29 credit hours beginning repayment of student loan. Those students completed) may borrow up to $3500 per academic year. who borrowed money prior to July 1, 1987 have a A student certified as a sophomore (30-59 credit hours nine month grace period. completed) may borrow up to $4500 per academic year. The amount of the payment depends on the size of A student certified as a junior or senior (60 or more the debt. If all loans were disbursed on or after credit hours completed) may borrow up to $5500 per October 1, 1981, payments must total at least $600 academic year. The amount of loan eligibility is also per year. determined by enrollment status of part-time or full- The maximum repayment period is ten years time. Loan eligibility is prorated for a student Repayment in whole or in part may be made at any completing his/her degree requirements during one time without penalty. semester of the academic period. The interest rate for a Payment of principal balance may be deferred while first-time borrower is fixed at 5.6%. A dependent student enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate study if is also awarded an Unsubsidized Stafford Loan in the the student sends proper notification to the lending bank. amount of $2,000 per year in addition to their Subsidized Other deferments are granted for active military service, eligibility. Unsubsidized interest rates remain at 6.8%. Peace Corps or Domestic Service Volunteer. The total aggregate balance for an undergraduate student Federal Parent Loans (PLUS) cannot exceed $31,000 with a maximum of $23,000 The purpose of this program is to enable parents of subsidized. dependent undergraduate students to secure a loan to help meet the educational costs of attending the College. Loan proceeds are disbursed in two payments for the To be eligible, the borrower must be a U.S. citizen, a length of the loan (ex: a loan is processed for the period legal resident of New York State, and have established a of Aug.-May...the loan will come in two good credit history. A parent may borrow up to the disbursements...one in the Fall, and one in the Spring). estimated cost of attendance minus any financial aid per First-time borrowers at an institution are mandated a child for each academic year. If the parent borrower thirty day delay in receiving loan funds. selects the electronic transfer option on the loan application, the funds will be credited to the student‘s 71 72 HILBERT COLLEGE account in a very timely manner. No check has to be financially independent due to the involuntary signed, the funds are electronically received. Notice of dissolution of your family that resulted in the payment transaction will be sent to the parent. Any relinquishment of your parents‘ responsibility excess proceeds from the PLUS loan are refunded to the and control parent borrower. The annual interest rate is fixed at were honorably discharged from military service 8.5%. and payment begins immediately. and were not claimed on parents‘ 2008 tax return and also will not be claimed on the 2009 Other Loan Programs return Various lending institutions offer Alternative Loans for student borrowers with a credit-worthy co-signer. Undergraduate students enrolled in the Associate Degree Additional information and applications are available in program are limited to six semesters of TAP awards. the Student Finance Office. (Total of 36 TAP points)
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) Undergraduate students enrolled in the Bachelor Degree The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) is an entitlement program are limited to eight semesters of TAP awards. program. The applicant must: (Total of 48 TAP points) ** Independent status under the Federal definition does be a New York State resident and a U.S. citizen or not necessarily assure independent status for State permanent resident alien programs. be enrolled full-time and matriculated at an approved New York State post secondary institution The amount of the TAP award is scaled according to the have, if dependent, a family net taxable income level of study, tuition charges, and net taxable income. below $80,000, or if independent, a net taxable For first-time undergraduate TAP recipients enrolled income below $10,000 full-time who are dependent, or financially independent be charged a tuition of least $200 per year and are married or have tax dependents, the maximum be in good academic standing award is $5000 and the minimum award is $500.
Applicants will be processed as dependent using Tuition Assistance for part-time Students (Aid to parental income as an eligibility criteria unless the Part-time study) student fulfills one of the following categories to be To be eligible for aid to part-time study a student must: considered independent:** be a resident of New York State be 35 years of age or older on June 30, 2009 OR be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien or refugee be 22 years of age or older on June 30, 2009 and if eligible to be claimed as a tax dependent, the NOT family‘s net New York State taxable income cannot residing in any house, apartment or building have exceeded $50,550, in the preceding tax year owned or leased by parents for more than six if not eligible to be claimed as a tax dependent, the weeks in calendar years 2008, 2009 or 2010 student‘s and, if married, the spouse‘s incomes claimed as a dependent by parents on their together do not exceed $34,250 in the preceding tax Federal or State tax returns for 2005 or 2006 year a recipient of gifts, loans, or other financial not have exhausted eligibility under the State‘s assistance in excess of $750 from parents in Tuition Assistance Program(TAP) calendar years of 2008, 2009 or 2010 be matriculated as a part-time student in an approved be under 22 years of age on June 30, 2009 and meet undergraduate degree program one of the following requirements: be enrolled for at least 3 but not more than 11 credit both parents deceased, disabled, or declared hours per semester incompetent by judicial action retain good academic standing in order to continue receiving public assistance other than Aid to to be eligible for an award Families with Dependent Children or food have tuition of at least $100 per year stamps not be in default on any student loan ward of the court
72 73 HILBERT COLLEGE The recipients and award amounts are determined by the only if applying as a part-time undergraduate College and contingent upon the allocation authorized student. by the State of New York. The award cannot exceed the cost of tuition. Students must complete an application Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals that is available in the Student Finance Office. with Disabilities (VESID) Students with disabilities must contact the nearest Office Child of Veteran Award of Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals The applicant must be the child of a veteran who is with Disabilities for specific eligibility and application deceased, disabled or missing in action as a result of information. The Buffalo Office: (716) 848-8001. service during World War I, World War II, Korean State Aid to Native Americans Conflict or Vietnam Era, or who were prisoners of war Application forms may be obtained from the Native during such service. Recipients can receive up to $450 American Education Unit, New York State Education each year for four years of full-time undergraduate Department, Cultural Education Center, Albany, NY study. The award is processed by completing the Tuition 12230. The completed application should be forwarded Assistance Program application. to the Native American Education Unit along with:
Child of Deceased Police Officer-Firefighter Award official transcript of high school record or photocopy The applicant must be the child of a police officer, of General Equivalency Diploma firefighter, or a volunteer firefighter who had died as a letter(s) of recommendation from one or more result of injuries sustained in the line of duty. Recipients leaders in the community attesting to personality and can receive up to $450 per year for up to four years of character full-time undergraduate study. Documentation of personal letter, setting forth clearly, in detail, eligibility and a special application must be processed educational plans and desires with New York State Higher Education Services signatures of the parents of minor applicants Corporation, 99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY approving educational plans 12255. official tribal certification form
Vietnam Veteran Tuition Award The applicant must be a member of one of the Native Persons who served in the armed forces in Indochina at American tribes located on reservations within New any time from January 1, 1963 through May 7, 1975 are York State. Students are responsible for notifying the eligible to apply if the student is enrolled as either a full- Native American Education Unit in writing of any time or part-time student and has New York State changes in student status, program or institutional residency as of date established by the State. Contact the enrollment. Each semester, the student must submit a Student Finance Office for additional information. grade report for continuance of funding.
Persian Gulf Veteran Tuition Award Payment of Financial Aid Awards This program provides financial assistance to eligible The student‘s financial aid award notice lists all the veterans matriculated in undergraduate and graduate estimates for the full academic year; however, tuition degree programs, or enrolled in approved vocation charges and financial aid payments are processed by the training programs, on either a full or part-time basis. semester. If the student‘s original award notice was Eligible veterans must: based on full-time enrollment and the student changes to part-time status, the award amounts must be have served in the armed forces in the hostilities that recalculated. After the drop/add period ends, the Student occurred in the Persian Gulf from August 2, 1990 to Finance Office verifies the student‘s enrollment status the end of such hostilities, as evidenced by receipt of and begins to finalize the award information for payment the Southwest Asia Service Medal; to the student‘s account. For those students who have have been discharged from the service under other fulfilled all the requirements for a particular type of than dishonorable conditions; financial aid, the award amount is credited to the be a New York State resident; student‘s account to pay institutional charges. When the apply for a Tuition Assistant Program (TAP) and a amount of financial aid exceeds the institutional charges, Federal Pell Grant if applying as a full-time the excess funds are refunded to the student in the form undergraduate student, or for the Federal Pell Grant of a check. These refunds are available within 14 days of the credit balance being created. 73 74 HILBERT COLLEGE Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements Part-time Student (by semester) To receive federal and state aid, students must maintain A student must a minimum grade point average and pass a minimum At the completion have accrued this With this number of credit hours each semester. This is called of this semester many credits CQPA 1st 3 0.50 being in good academic standing. The cumulative nd quality point average (CQPA) must be met each term of 2 6 1.00 3rd 9 1.20 study. The accrued number of credit hours (Program th 4 12 1.25 Pursuit) must be met at the completion of each academic 5th 18 1.30 year. It is strongly recommended that, prior to 6th 24 1.35 withdrawing from a course, the student seek advisement 7th 30 1.40 from the Student Finance Office to determine the impact 8th 36 1.45 of such action on future financial aid eligibility. 9th 42 1.50 10th 48 1.55 The following charts demonstrate the standards of Good 11th 54 1.60 Academic Standing for students attending Hilbert 12th 60 1.60 College. Please note: there are different charts for 13th 66 1.65 14th 72 1.70 federal and state aid. th 15 78 1.70 16th 84 1.75 Standard for Continuance of Federal Aid th 17 90 1.80 18th 96 1.85 BACCALAUREATE DEGREE th Full-time student (by semester) 19 102 1.90 20th 108 2.00 A student must
At the completion have accrued this With this ASSOCIATE DEGREE of this semester many credits CQPA st Full-time Student (by semester) 1 3 1.00 2nd 9 1.20 A student must 3rd 21 1.30 At the completion have accrued this With this th of this semester many credits CQPA 4 33 1.40 st th 1 3 1.00 5 45 1.50 nd th 2 12 1.25 6 60 1.60 rd th 3 24 1.50 7 75 1.70 th th 4 36 1.75 8 90 1.80 th 9th 105 1.90 5 48 2.00 10th 117 2.00 Part-time Student (by semester) A student must At the completion have accrued this With this of this semester many credits CQPA 1st 3 .50 2nd 6 1.00 3rd 9 1.00 4th 12 1.25 5th 18 1.25 6th 24 1.50 7th 30 1.50 th 8 36 1.75 9th 42 1.75 th 10 48 2.00
*Pursuit of Program: Number of semesters Student must receive in attendance a grade for: 1, 2 50% (ex: 6 credits) 3, 4 75% (ex: 9 credits) 5 or more 100% (ex: 12 credits) 74 75 HILBERT COLLEGE waiver can only be granted once in an entire (A student must receive a passing or failing grade in a certain undergraduate career, regardless of the institution(s). percentage of classes taken that semester).
Standard for Continuance of State Aid Contact Persons Regarding Good Academic In the case of transfer students, an official transcript of Standing: all previous college work (even if the student does not Dr. Christopher L. Holoman, intend to transfer the credits) must be on file in the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Student Records Office. All transcripts must be evaluated before a determination can be made regarding Kate Munroe a student‘s eligibility for the Tuition Assistance Program Executive Director for Student Success and Retention (TAP). Georgina Adamchick, Registrar BACCALAUREATE DEGREE (by semester) A student Receive a Financial Aid Waiver: must have passing/failing Beverly Chudy, Director of Student Financial Aid accrued at grade for this At the least this % of hours With at least completion of many credits attempted last this CQPA this semester semester 1st 3 50% 1.10 2nd 9 50% 1.20 3rd 21 75% 1.30 4th 33 75% 2.00 5th 45 100% 2.00 6th 60 100% 2.00 7th 75 100% 2.00
ASSOCIATE DEGREE (by semester) A student Receive a must have passing/failing At the accrued at grade for this completion least this % of hours With at least of this many credits attempted last this CQPA semester semester 1st 3 50% 1.00 2nd 12 50% 1.25 3rd 24 75% 1.50 4th 36 75% 2.00 5th 48 100% 2.00
Students who receive Aid to Part-time/or TAP to total 24 TAP points (equal to four full-time awards) must maintain a 2.00 CQPA for continued eligibility for State Aid.
State regulations allow a one-time waiver to undergraduate students who have not met the good academic standards as a result of severe circumstances.
Upon notification of ineligibility, the student should submit a written request for a waiver to Beverly Chudy, Director of Student Financial Aid If a waiver is granted, the student is allowed to receive the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) award for the upcoming semester. This 75 76 HILBERT COLLEGE While recognizing the quality of the academic programs Transfer Policy at other institutions, the College is also aware that the content in certain courses can become significantly Hilbert recognizes that transfer students have special outdated after a number of years. For that reason, requirements and concerns. As a result, the admissions Hilbert‘s academic chairs reserve the right to determine, office has a specific transfer coordinator who will work with incoming transfer courses that are five years or to evaluate a prospective student‘s prior coursework in older, whether those courses can be applied as program conjunction with the department chairs. requirements or as electives.
TWO-YEAR COLLEGES WITH TRANSFER Hilbert welcomes transfer students from two and four ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS year colleges. In addition, Hilbert will consider CLEP scores, AP coursework, and military education. 1. Adirondack Community College 2. Alfred State/SUNY College of Technology Minimum Transfer Grade 3. Broome Community College 4. Bryant and Stratton College For required courses in your major, a minimum 5. Cayuga Community College grade of C- is necessary for transfer credit to be 6. Corning Community College granted. Award of transfer credits for D grades in 7. Dutchess Community College courses outside your major may include up to 12.0 8. Erie Community College 9. Finger Lakes Community College credit hours. Students who transfer in–house to a 10. Fulton Montgomery Community College new program will have their records reevaluated to 11. Genesee Community College conform to that program‘s standards. 12. George Brown College, Toronto, Canada 13. Herkimer County Community College Residency 14. Hudson Valley Community College 15. Jamestown Business College Of the final 45 credit hours toward completion of 16. Jamestown Community College the baccalaureate, a minimum of 30.0 hours must be 17. Jefferson Community College taken at Hilbert College. Academic advisement is 18. Mildred Elley College particularly critical to ensuring students meet 19. Mohawk Valley Community College 20. Monroe Community College program requirements in a timely progression. 21. Niagara County Community College
22. North Country Community College 23. Olean Business Institute Transfer Agreements 24. Onondaga Community College 25. Sage Junior College The relationship that exists between Hilbert College and 26. Schenectady County Community College these two-year colleges in New York State strives to 27. Tompkins Cortland Community College personalize contacts among the students, faculty and 28. Trocaire College administration from transfer colleges and Hilbert 29. Villa Maria College College. Transfer students may contact Hilbert College Admissions Office and their present college‘s department chairpersons, transfer counselors, and academic advisors for specific details.
Hilbert offers a receptive environment for students transferring from two- year institutions. In many cases, specific articulation agreements exist between Hilbert and the two-year college, so that courses transfer in seamlessly. The list of partner institutions and transfer agreements is regularly updated. Please consult the Admissions office for the up to date information.
76 77 HILBERT COLLEGE First, students will receive college credit in accordance HILBERT AND AREA to the individual agreements as listed below. Once accepted and registered in a Hilbert College degree program at the associate or bachelor‘s level, the students HIGH SCHOOLS will receive credit for the equivalent Hilbert courses. A student must attend Hilbert College to receive credit; this ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS credit is non-transferable. In addition, Hilbert College provides each school with three scholarships each year Specialized articulation agreements exist with several worth $1,000 per semester for eight consecutive high schools and Board of Cooperative Education semesters (four academic years Fall/Spring). These are Services (BOCES) Centers in the Western New York to be awarded to students that complete these courses area. These relationships assist students in the transition and are recommended by their instructor or director. from the secondary level to the college level by Finally, during their senior year, up to five students from acknowledging their completion of certain unique course each school who are recommended by their instructors offerings at their schools. In general, students who are will receive tuition waivers to take a three credit hour enrolled in these programs or courses receive three introductory level course at Hilbert College. Students benefits: are only responsible for the cost of books and for transportation to and from campus. This list is subject to change – please consult the Admissions office for the current information. High School Agreements ______Departments High School Hilbert Program Equivalent Credit Criminal Justice Bishop Timon-Saint Jude High School Criminal Justice/ Criminology CJ 101/CJ 204 3-6 John Marshall: School of Law & Government School of Law & Government CJ 202 3 Bennett Law Magnet Magnet Curriculum CJ 202 3 Buffalo Public Schools Public and Private CJ 101, CJ 103 Security Program CJ Elective 9 East High School Forensic Tech FS 101/CJ Electives 3-9 Hamburg High School Forensic Science FS 101 3 Lancaster High School Criminal Law Course CJ Elective 3 St. Francis High School Law in Society CJ 202 3 Frontier High School Criminal Justice/Forensic Science CJ 101/FS 101 3-6
Business Administration West Seneca Academy of Finance AOF Curriculum 2 BUS Electives 6 Iroquois Business Academy AOF Curriculum 2 BUS Electives 6 Lafayette Academy of Finance AOF Curriculum 2 BUS Electives 6 Orchard Park Academy of Finance AOF Curriculum 2 BUS Electives 6
Communication Studies North Collins High School Photography Course 1 Comm Elective 3 Immaculata Academy Mass Media Courses 1 Lib. Arts Elective 3 Chautauqua Lake TV Broadcasting 1 Comm Elective 3 West Seneca TV Broadcasting 1 Lib. Arts Elective 3 Buffalo Academy of Visual & Performing Arts Comm. Media Arts 1 Comm. Elective 3
BOCES Agreements ______Centers BOCES Hilbert Program Equivalent Credit Cattaraugus/Allegheny BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Graphic Design Lib. Arts Elective 3 Erie I BOCES – Criminal Justice/Legal Academy CJ 101, CJ 103, CJ elective, FS101 3-12 Erie I BOCES – Cisco networking/CIS MIS 120, MIS 205, MIS 206 3-9 Erie II BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Genesee Valley BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ Elective, FS101 3-9 Madison-Oneida BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Monroe I BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Orleans-Niagara BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Orleans-Niagara BOCES Digital Media Prog. Comm. Elective 3 WSWHE BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES CJ Curriculum I & II CJ 101, CJ 103 3-6 Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES Human Services I & II HS 101 & HS Elective 3-6
77 78 HILBERT COLLEGE Iroquois Central High School Interested students should contact the Mr. James Whalen program coordinator for more information: Iroquois Business Academy Bennett High School 2111 Girdle Road Mr. Patrick Doyle Elma, NY 14059 Law Magnet Coordinator 2885 Main Street Lancaster High School Buffalo, New York 14214 1 Fortan Drive Lancaster, NY 14086 Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts Lisa Ford North Collins High School Counselor Robert English 333 Clinton Street Guidance Counselor Buffalo, New York 14204 2045 School Street North Collins, NY 14111 Buffalo Public Schools Katherine Heinle Orchard Park High School Supervisor of Curriculum/CTE Carol Fitscher 2201 City Hall Director of Guidance Buffalo, New York 14202 4040 Baker Road Orchard Park, NY 14127 Chautauqua Lake High School Alison Lapolt St. Francis High School Jason Richardson 4129 Lake Shore Road Guidance Counselors Athol Springs, New York 14010 100 North Erie Street Mayville, NY 14757 West Seneca Schools Mr. Timothy Oldenburg Lafayette High School 4760 Seneca Street William Lovelock West Seneca, NY 14224-3293 Director, Academy of Finance 370 Lafayette Avenue Advanced Language Credit Buffalo, NY 14213 Hilbert College also offers students at the following area high schools the opportunity to receive college credit for their Lancaster High School advanced language study. The curricula for these courses, William Geake which are taken at the high school, have been approved as 177 Central Avenue equivalent to introductory language courses at Hilbert. Lancaster, New York 14086 SPANISH 5, FRENCH 5 John Marshall High School Akron Senior High School Mr. John Hurley Frontier Senior High School School of Law and Government Hamburg Senior High School 180 Ridgeway Avenue Iroquois Senior High School Rochester, NY 14615 Lakeshore Senior High School Lancaster Senior High School Frontier Central High School Mt. Mercy Academy Mr. David Acanfora West Seneca East Senior High School Teacher Coordinator West Seneca West Senior High School S-4432 Bay View Road Hamburg, NY 14075 GERMAN 5 Lakeshore Central High School Immaculata Academy Lancaster Senior High School Ms. Seima Horab Director of Guidance *CALCULUS Students enrolled in the calculus program at 5138 South Park Avenue St. Francis High School and Immaculata Academy are eligible Hamburg, NY 14075 to receive credit under this agreement.
78 79 HILBERT COLLEGE of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request Student Life for amendment. Additional information regarding the A goal of college education is to become a responsible, hearing procedures will be provided to the student self-directed member of society. Self-direction can be when notified of the right to a hearing. developed not only through the academic experience but 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally also through participation in group activities outside the identifiable information contained in the student‘s classroom. Extra-curricular activities act as a means of education records, except to the extent that FERPA developing the potential for leadership and creativity and authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception of satisfying the need for recreation and relaxation. which permits disclosure without consent is Students learn how to interact with others and disclosure to school officials with legitimate opportunities are created for interpersonal relationships educational interests. A school official is a person leading to a better understanding of human nature. employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff Directory Information position (including law enforcement unit personnel The College may release certain data on students to and health staff); a person or company with whom the interested parties for the purpose of verification (e.g. College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, prospective employers, insurance carriers, federal/ state or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of agencies). Such information may include name, address, Trustees; or a student serving on an official phone number, dates of attendance, quality point committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance average, awards and degrees received. Such information committee, or assisting another school official in is requested on an ongoing basis from the areas of performing his or her tasks. A school official has a student records, student finance, and career placement. legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or If a student wishes that no information be released, a her professional responsibility. Upon request, the written request must be filed with the Office of Student College discloses education records without consent Records. to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. Student Records/Family Rights and Privacy 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of Education concerning alleged failures by the (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. to their education records. They are: The name and address of the Office that administers 1. The right to inspect and review the student‘s education FERPA: records within 45 days of the day the College receives Family Policy Compliance Office a request for access. Students should submit to the U.S. Department of Education Registrar written requests that identify the record(s) 600 Independence Avenue, SW they wish to inspect. The College official will make Washington, DC 20202-4605 arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If Student Government Association the records are not maintained by the College official The mission of the Student Government Association to whom the request was submitted, that official shall (SGA) is to represent the cultural, educational, advise the student of the correct official to whom the recreational, and social interests of the student body, to request should be addressed. encourage the growth of self-government, and to 2. The right to request the amendment of the student‘s promote responsibility, loyalty, and cooperation among education records that the student believes are the students in their relations with faculty and inaccurate or misleading. Students may ask the administrators of the college. The SGA is an elected College to amend a record that they believe is body comprised of four Executive Board Officers and inaccurate or misleading. They should write the fifteen Senators representing various segments of the College official responsible for the record, clearly student population. The SGA has three standing identify the part of the record they want changed, and committees to further its mission and address its specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the objectives: Budget and Appropriations, Rules and College decides not to amend the record as requested Regulations, and Social Welfare. The SGA is by the student, the College will notify the student of responsible for the oversight of student clubs on campus. the decision and advise the student 79 80 HILBERT COLLEGE The SGA meets weekly to consider student issues and Student Health plan for student activities. The New York State Public Health Law (NYS PHL) §2165, requires all students enrolled for six or more Student Activities credit hours and were born on or after January 1, 1957 The Campus Activity Advisory Board (CAAB) in must submit verification of immunization or proof of concert with Director of Student Activities has the two measles, one mumps, and one rubella inoculation; responsibility of planning a yearly activities calendar signed by a doctor or designated health official. representing the interests of the student population. Students must provide documentation within 30 days of Student Activities offered involve a variety of venues the first day of class to avoid sanctions, interruption of including comedians, concerts, luncheons, and trips to class scheduling. A listing of immunization clinics sporting events and theaters. Special Events include: associated with the Health Department is available in the Welcome Week, Fall Fest, a Family Weekend, a Live Wellness Center. Nativity/Christmas Party, Winter Fest, an Easter Celebration, the Spring Semi-Formal, the Student In addition, New York State Public Health Law (NYS Life/SGA Awards Banquet, and the Quad Party. PHL ) §2167 requires institutions, colleges and universities, to distribute information regarding Student Publications meningococcal disease and vaccination to all students Student Life sponsors and/or contributes to the following enrolled for at least six credit hours, whether they live on publications: a monthly Activities Calendar, the H-Files or off campus. A response to receipt of this information student newspaper, the Hilbert Horizons student is required in the form of a signed acknowledgement. magazine, and the Student Handbook. Although the meningococcal vaccination is required for resident students, Hilbert College encourages all Student Clubs students to receive the inoculation. Students should seek Clubs chartered by the Student Government Association information concerning this vaccine from their personal (SGA) include: the Adventure Club, the Campus care physician. Activity Advisory Board, the Campus Ministry Club, the
Common Ground Multi-Cultural Club, the Resident students must have proof of health insurance on Communication Club, the Criminal Justice Forensic file in the Office of the Director of Residence Life; and Science/ Crime Scene Investigation Association, the proof of a recent physical examination on file in the Dirty Dogs Lacrosse Club, the Economic Crime Office of Student Life before entering the Residence Investigation Club, the Great Expectations/English Club, Hall. Student athletes must provide annual proof of a the H-Files, Hilbert Horizons Literary Magazine, Hilbert recent physical to be submitted to the Office of the Starz, the Hockey Club, the Human Services Director of Athletics. Student athletes are strongly Association, the Phi Beta Lambda Business Club, the encouraged to have their own primary health insurance. Psychology Club, Student Athlete Advisory Council All other students are encouraged to have health (SAAC), Students Against Destructive Decisions insurance and a recent physical examination. (SADD), Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), and ―the
Wingnuts‖. Given that the initiation of and continuance Hilbert College mandates accident insurance for all full- of student activities and clubs is dependent upon student time students. Information regarding health or accident interest, the aforementioned activities and clubs are insurance is available in the Office of Student Life. subject to change. Hilbert College is not responsible for payment of any Student Handbook medical expenses incurred by students. The Hilbert College Student Handbook provides Student Identification Cards information on student life at Hilbert. This publication Students are required to carry ID cards at all times. The contains information on student organizations and ID card is needed to check out materials from the library, services. The Handbook also contains the Student Code to cash checks, and to be admitted to on- and off-campus of Rights and Responsibilities, which describes rules activities. ID pictures are taken during Orientation and related to student life at Hilbert. All Hilbert students are during the semester by the Student Life Office. There is under the jurisdiction of the Student Code of Rights and a nominal fee for replacing lost ID cards. Responsibilities. The Student Handbook is provided to all students at the beginning of the Fall semester, and copies are available in the Student Life Office.
80 81 HILBERT COLLEGE Orientation bid to participate in the NCAA post season tournament. To welcome all new students to Hilbert, orientation Men‘s volleyball competes in the NECVA conference programs are held prior to the start of classes each fall. A which also offers post season championships. The Parent Program is also available. An additional conference relationship for lacrosse has not been orientation session is held in January for all new students established as of this printing. entering into the spring semester. These programs are sponsored under the direction of the Vice Provost for The athletic programs serve as opportunities for students Leadership Development. Attendance at these to pursue personal development and learn the lessons orientations is mandatory. that striving for excellence entails. Participation in intercollegiate athletics affords students an opportunity Orientation consists of social events as well as a series of to represent the college. These competitions create a discussions and information sessions designed to provide strong sense of loyalty and community among students, an easy adjustment into college life and to introduce the faculty, staff, alumni and friends. entering student to college services, policies, and facilities. The organization, direction and administration of the overall program, as well as the coaching of its individual Activities sports, is the responsibility of carefully selected and The geographic location of the College and the facilities trained personnel. They are also responsible for in its proximity make it possible to provide opportunities implementing and maintaining the standards of for diverse activities. The cultural richness of Buffalo performance that are consistent with Hilbert's goals of enhances the scope of theatrical and musical experiences academic excellence and personal development. for students.
Students are encouraged to participate in activities which Intramurals/Extramurals take advantage of the recreational facilities available in For athletes who seek a different level of competition, locations near the College. Indoor and outdoor Hilbert strives to provide students with intramural and swimming pools and tennis courts make it possible for extramural opportunities. Intramural programs are for students to engage in these activities year round. Nature Hilbert students only; extramural programming provides trails through nearby Letchworth State Park and several competition against other local institutions. creek areas under environmental protection provide natural settings for hikers, campers, and nature lovers. Both programs are structured to provide healthy and Students also have at their doorstep some of the best ski stimulating competition in a friendly and social slopes in the eastern section of the nation which have environment, with consideration given to the needs of skiing during the day and evening hours. the current student body. Special considerations are given to time, place and type of programming to ensure Students participate in the cultural opportunities afforded that all students will have an opportunity to join in. All them in Buffalo and enjoy annual Student Government members of the College community are encouraged to sponsored trips to such places as the Stratford Festival in participate on a regular basis. Stratford, Ontario. Alumni Association Athletics Hilbert College‘s approximately 6,200 alumni have Hilbert will enter its thirteenth season as a member of assumed positions in virtually every career area and live the National Collegiate Athletic Association - Division throughout the United States and in several foreign III. Hilbert is also a member of the Alleghany Mountain countries. The many and varied accomplishments of the Collegiate Conference (AMCC), the Eastern College alumni are a measure of the college‘s success in Athletic Conference (ECAC) and the North East achieving its goal of career preparation. Collegiate Volleyball Association (NECVA). Hilbert offers thirteen intercollegiate programs, including The purpose of the Hilbert College Alumni Association baseball, basketball (men and women), cross country is to ―advance the interests of the College, to develop (men and women), golf, soccer (men and women), and foster a mutually beneficial relationship between the softball, volleyball (men and women) and new for 2010, College and its alumni by providing educational men and women‘s lacrosse. Ten of the eleven teams opportunities, social programs, services and benefits to compete in the very competitive AMCC with the build ties and relationships among alumni and students conference champion in each sport earning an automatic
81 82 HILBERT COLLEGE at the College, to provide alumni input on College interests with a variety of academic offerings and career concerns and to link the College of today and tomorrow opportunities. with its heritage of excellence, commitment and service.‖ The mission of the office is to provide students and alumni information relevant to career choice, graduate Alumni participate in activities sponsored by the Alumni school, job search tactics, and other career related issues. Association, such as special forums, sporting events and Both individual and group counseling methods are college councils and periodically reunions are planned utilized during flexible day and evening hours. Each for the benefit of interacting/reminiscing with old friends semester a number of workshops are conducted on self- and instructors. Alumni enjoy a free subscription to assessment, career-decision making, the development of Hilbert Connections magazine, which is published three job search skills, effective resume writing, and times a year, and keeps graduates informed about educational planning strategies. activities at the college and updated information on the activities of their class mates through the ―Alumni News To aid both students and alumni in their job search, a and Notes‖ feature. personal credential file may be developed. With the permission of the candidate, the credentials (resume and Alumni also have unlimited, access to the college‘s references) will be made available to potential employers career counseling center, as well as continued library or graduate admissions officers. The office sponsors services. There are also other benefits offered through career fairs, graduate school fairs, graduate preparation the association and another plus: there are no dues! workshops and many other opportunities for students
STUDENT SERVICES and alumni. Members of the Hilbert community are The mission of the Student Life Department at Hilbert eligible to utilize the employment postings on the College is to provide necessary support to academic Internet at http://www.hilbert.edu/alumni/career- programs so that students can fulfill meaningful development/jobs. educational, career and personal goals. Students are encouraged to understand and appreciate their own Transfer/Graduate School Counseling uniqueness as well as that of others. To accomplish this Assistance is given in investigating the various academic purpose, the Student Life Department assists students in offerings of transfer institutions and graduate schools. their intellectual, emotional, spiritual, moral and The Career Development Center in the Career Resource physical development. The Student Life Department Lab provides catalogs and applications for popular supports a campus environment which encourages transfer institutions and graduate schools. The office freedom, exploration, social exchange and responsibility assists students with questions they may have in filling while providing for the health, safety and welfare of all out these applications and completing procedures members of the campus community. required for transfer.
Career Planning Employment and Grad School Statistics of The Career Development Center of Hilbert College 2008 Baccalaureate Graduates
(located in Franciscan Hall), acknowledging the challenges of the change in the work world, has Total incorporated both technology and ―the human touch‖ to collected promote an integrated career education model. The goal Total from Employed Employed Continuing Major Grads Survey Full-Time Part-Time Education Other* of the office is to provide connections between in- and Accounting 10 3 3 0 out-of-classroom learning, and to prepare students for Business Administration 35 23 18 2 0 3 the changing world of work beyond Hilbert. The state- Communications 5 4 4 0 0 0 of-the-art Career Resource Lab, with its internet Criminal Justice 62 43 29 10 3 1 accessible computers, is designed to assist students at Economic Crime 32 24 18 2 2 2 English 7 6 5 0 1 0 each stage of their academic career and into the world of Forensic Science 15 9 6 1 1 1 work. Career Development now offers the Kuder® Human Services 10 7 4 2 1 2 Journey program, an interactive computer guidance Liberal Studies 3 2 0 0 0 2 Paralegal 16 15 13 system, which allows students to explore (undergraduate Psychology 9 4 2 1 0 1 and graduate) their career interests and link these Rehab 3 3 3 0 0 0
82 83 HILBERT COLLEGE *Other represents students that are working part time support systems are also available depending on the while furthering their education, unemployed, self- needs of our college community. Students are invited employed, not seeking employment, or are unknown. and encouraged to visit the center for all their counseling and wellness needs. 79% of our bachelor degree earning students are either employed full time or are currently furthering their Campus Ministry education. Campus Ministry at Hilbert College offers students of all Employment and Transfer Statistics of 2008 faiths a variety of opportunities for spiritual Associate Graduates development and enrichment through counseling, on- campus programs and discussions, community outreach,
faith sharing, and worship.
Total Employed Employed Continuing Total collected Full-Time Part-Time Education Other* In the spirit of Franciscan tradition, Campus Ministry Major Grads from Survey seeks to nurture an atmosphere of warmth and Accounting 0 0 0 0 0 0 hospitality within the campus community. Students are Business encouraged to discover and celebrate the Divine Administration 7 3 0 1 2 0 Criminal 14 2 1 0 1 0 Presence within the fabric of their everyday lives. Justice Opportunities are available for students, faculty, and Human 0 0 0 0 0 0 Services staff to ―get away from it all‖ for a day or weekend Legal Studies 7 7 6 0 1 1 retreat of fun, nature walks, reflection, and relaxation. A Liberal Arts 4 1 1 0 0 0 variety of service projects are also available.
*Employed part-time in related or non-related field, The Campus Ministry Office is located in Bogel Hall continuing education part-time, seeking employment, 103C. Everyone is welcome to stop by for either an not seeking employment, or no response to survey. informal visit or a scheduled appointment.
92% of our Associate degree earning students are either employed full time or are currently furthering their Office of Multicultural Affairs education. The Office of Multicultural Affairs at Hilbert College is committed to building an environment that values and Overall 80% placement rate for the 2007-2008 Hilbert respects every person regardless of gender, age, race, College graduates. sexual preference, socioeconomic level, physical ability, cultural background, religion, nationality, or beliefs. Personal Counseling Our mission is grounded in Franciscan values, and we The Counseling Center at Hilbert College offers a are committed to creating an inclusive campus confidential, safe environment for students experiencing environment that embraces these core values (e.g., conflict in their personal and/or academic lives. Using a respect, service, compassion, peace, integrity, and holistic approach to counseling, the center offers vision) through the promotion of diversity education, educational encouragement for a healthy mind, body, celebration, and evaluation. The office offers guidance and spirit. Students are encouraged to seek assistance at on issues related to diversity and strives to enhance the the onset of a concern and if necessary referral services dignity and integrity of each unique individual based on are available. Every concern to the student is treated these core values. Moreover, our office envisions the with dignity, respect, and confidentiality. There is no campus community as a teaching and service community charge for this service whether the student is living on or that, creates holistic and diverse learning experiences for off campus. students, faculty, and staff through programming, collaboration, and community outreach. The Counseling Center is dedicated to serving our population with tools that will enhance a healthy Specifically, the Office of Multicultural Affairs seeks to lifestyle and offer a meaningful personal and educational connect learning with social justice issues, and diversity, experience here at Hilbert. Please visit our Resource by providing programming that consists of lectures, Room which offers a wide range of resource materials professional guest speakers, entertainers, cultural plays, concerning mental health and wellness issues. We also student activities and interactions that nurture acceptance have a Self-Help section in McGrath library. Group and promote awareness.
83 84 HILBERT COLLEGE Programs and activities sponsored and co-sponsored by and the College Snack Bar round out the student and the office are designed to welcome diversity and faculty food needs during off-hours. encourage the campus to appreciate and respect different experiences, perspectives, identities, and expression. Campus Safety The Office of Multicultural Affairs is open to the entire The Campus Safety Department provides 24 hour campus for support, formal/ informal visits, and/or coverage by a staff of uniformed officers who are consultations. registered security guards under the New York State Security Guard Act. Officers are responsible for For more information, please contact the Director, Tara patrolling the campus, traffic control, parking Jabbaar-Gyambrah, at the Office of Multicultural enforcement, crime prevention, and those services that Affairs, 103B Bogel Hall, Hamburg, NY 14075; are unique to a college campus. With your help and telephone (716) 649-7900 ext. 243; fax (716) 649-0702. cooperation Hilbert College will continue to be a safe Please visit our website at campus in which to live, work, and study. http://www.hilbert.edu/student-life/multicultural-affairs Crime Statistics Residence Life Campus Crime statistics are available at the following Residence living at Hilbert College allows students easy web address: access to classrooms, library, and athletic facilities, in http://www.hilbert.edu/CrimeStatistics.asp addition to the opportunity to meet and live with students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. The Hilbert College Campus Safety Committee will provide, upon request, all campus crime statistics as As part of the housing contract, all freshmen and new reported to the United States Department of Education. resident students are required to participate in a full This information is sent to all students annually, and is weekday meal plan, with dinner provided on Saturday available in the Student Life Office. You may request and Sunday. Returning resident students have alternate this information by calling &16 649-7900, extension meal plans available. For detailed information, housing 230. contract and housing agreement, or to arrange a tour of Additional Information on crime statistics and reporting the Residence Hall facilities, contact the Director of may be obtained from the United States Department of Residence Life, or stop in the office which is located in Education website: http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/ Trinity Hall. Campus Bookstore Veterans Certification The Campus Bookstore, located on the lower level of the All students who may be entitled to veterans‘ benefits Campus Center, stocks all textbooks and basic supplies are required to complete an application for veterans‘ for courses, and a variety of materials to accommodate benefits. This should be done at the Student Records students, faculty and alumni. Office.
The State Approving Agency‘s (SAA) address and Emergency Announcements phone number are: When classes and other college activities have to be canceled because of severe weather conditions, an New York State Division of Veterans‘ Affairs announcement is made on the following AM/FM radio Bureau of Veterans Education stations: Five Empire State Plaza (Suite 2836) Albany, NY 12223-1551 WBEN 930 AM WBLK 93.7 FM (518) 474-7606 WKSE Kiss 98.5 WECK 1230 AM (518) 474-5583 (FAX) WTSS Star 102.5 WJYE 96.1 FM
WNSA 107.7 FM WYRK 106.5 FM Food Services B92.9 92.9 FM The College Cafeteria, located on the upper level of the Campus Center, serves three meals each day, Monday A notice will also be posted on the college website. through Friday, Saturday and Sunday an afternoon There are also occasions when only the day or the brunch and an evening meal is served. Snack machines evening session may be canceled when the other is not.
84 85 HILBERT COLLEGE You are advised to stay tuned to radio stations for an up- the student and faculty or staff member is encouraged to to-date report. attempt to clarify or rectify the situation.
Because colleges do not transport students, they remain Formal Complaint open when school districts close. It then becomes a personal decision to attend classes if the College remains Continued dissatisfaction following informal attempts to open under conditions you consider too hazardous for rectify complaints would require that the matter be travel. referred to the next stage of the process described below. Formal complaints must be submitted in writing. Student Grievance Policy Preamble Step Two Hilbert College wishes to provide a means of both Should the complainant remain unsatisfied, a written informal and formal dispute resolution for any student review may be submitted to the appropriate Vice who has a complaint against a Hilbert College employee, President within ten (10) calendar days after meeting coach, or volunteer. Disputes involving grade, academic with the Respondent. Such written review shall set forth issues, or sexual harassment are covered by separate specifically the nature of the complaint, the facts relating policies. The College assures that no retaliatory action thereto, and the Complainant‘s reasons for rejection of will be tolerated against a student who files a complaint. the decision rendered in Step 1. The Respondent may A. Definition of Terms submit a written reply to the Complainant with any appropriate and relevant documentation. 1. Complainant: The person(s) submitting the complaint. 2. Respondent: The person(s) against whom the The Vice President will review the written statements complaint is made. from both parties within ten (10) calendar days and render a finding to attempt to resolve the situation. If the 3. Complaint Committee: complaint is resolved at this meeting, both parties should Complaint Committee, appointed by the President sign a brief statement to that effect. Copies of this of Hilbert College at the beginning of the statement should be given to both parties and to the academic year, will be comprised as follows: appropriate Vice President. a. The Committee will consist of one representative from each of the following Step Three groups: If the matter is still not resolved, the Vice President 1. Faculty - member chosen by the Faculty should proceed to invoke a Complaint Committee as Senate identified in A (3) above. Within ten (10) calendar days 2. Administration – to serve as chair selected after receipt of the review, the Complaint Committee by the President shall review the written statements and other information 3. Student - member chosen by S.G.A. submitted by the Complainant, Respondent and Vice 4. Staff - selected by the Staff Senate President. b. The term of service in the Committee will be for duration of the complaint process. The Committee will attempt to schedule a meeting c. The Committee will operate as follows: among the parties within ten (10) calendar days to hear statements and afford all parties an opportunity to 1. This is a four (4) person committee. present any relevant information. At the conclusion of 2. The representative of the Administration the meeting the Committee will decide by majority vote will serve as Chairperson. on a resolution to the complaint. Within ten (10) 3. A quorum shall consist of four (4) members. calendar days, the Committee must make a written B. Process recommendation(s) of action in writing to the respective Step One Vice President and simultaneously inform the Complainant and Respondent. Informal Complaint
Should any student believe that he/she has been unfairly treated by college personnel, informal contact between
85 86 HILBERT COLLEGE Step Four e. Role of Advisors If still dissatisfied, within ten (10) calendar days the Each principal (Complainant or Respondent) is Complainant may request review by the College entitled to bring an advisor to the meeting. The President, in writing, of the recommendation(s) of the advisor is not a legal representative. The Complaint Committee and/or the action of the respective function of the advisor is to give counsel to the Vice President if that action is contrary to the principal whom they accompany. However, the recommendation of the Complaint Committee. Within advisor may not enter into any discussion with ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the appeal, the the Committee or question the other principal, President shall render a decision in writing. The or challenge the documentary material. The decision of the President is final. Committee may also appoint an advisor who C. Operation of the Complaint Committee may interact with the Committee at any time. The term ―advisor‖ in this context does not 1. Authority of Committee - The Committee is necessarily mean the student‘s academic empowered to hear a specific complaint and to advisor. render a decision regarding it. The Complaint Committee shall adopt standards and procedures f. Questioning by the Committee of review which are suited to the process of The Chairperson of the Committee has the right dispute resolution. to interrupt the speaker at any time, or may Procedure of the Meeting recognize a committee member for this purpose, to ask for clarification, proof, or a. Rules of Operation questioning of any statement. The principals 1. First Meeting - The Chairperson is to call a will have an opportunity to question one meeting of the Complaint Committee within another, subject to the discretion of the ten (10) calendar days of receiving a Chairperson. complaint and to set the time and place for g. Record of Meeting the meeting. The Complainant and the Respondent are to be informed in writing of The meeting is intended to be a means of the time and place of the meeting and be dispute resolution. Hilbert College and the supplied with a copy of the procedures to be Complaint Committee will be responsible to followed by the Committee. make one authorized audio recording. 2. Process - Any questions regarding process h. Decision of Committee or procedure are to be settled by a majority The Committee will vote in executive session vote of the Complaint Committee. on the recommendation(s) it will make b. Documentary Material regarding the complaint. These deliberations will not be recorded. The decision will be Documentary material may be submitted that is reached by majority vote. The Chairperson of relevant to the complaint. The person the Committee is responsible for sending its supplying this should submit one original to the decision in writing to both principals and to the office of the Chairperson of the Committee, at Vice President. least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting of the Committee. It is the duty of the i. Publication of Decision Chairperson to disseminate this material with The decision of the Committee will be the other members of the Committee. communicated to the principals within ten (10) c. Participants and Observers calendar days after the completion of the executive session of the Committee. The Complaint Committee shall make every effort to hold its meetings to respect the D. Record of Resolution individual privacy of the participants. All written grievances, responses and documentation of resolution will be kept in the office of the President for d. Length of Meeting a period of at least six years after the final disposition The Chairperson shall establish the length of of the grievance. the meeting, set the agenda, and decide on the relevancy of verbal and/or written communication, subject to a majority vote of the Committee. 86 87 HILBERT COLLEGE 300-399 This level is primarily for taxation. Corporations to be Course majors in the field or may serve as examined include C Corps, S an upper division elective for non- Corps, and the Limited Liability majors who satisfy any specific Corporation. Taxation of Descriptions course prerequisites. At the 300 partnerships, estates and trusts will level, the primary emphasis on also be covered. Prerequisite: This section provides information analysis and synthesis of course ACC 206, ACC 270. on the nature of courses offered at content is generally most Hilbert College. Each course has appropriate to the junior or senior ACC/ECI 313 3 its own number and title that is year student. Financial Investigations followed by a brief description of 400-499 This advanced level of This course is designed to the content of the course. If any special topic courses, including introduce and apply financial course demands a prerequisite, that seminars, independent studies, investigative techniques to the condition will be noted at the end internships and field practices, is detection and resolution of of the course description. designed for juniors and seniors. criminal activity. It includes an in- depth discussion of financial Course Levels ACCOUNTING investigative approaches, law and Each course bears a distinguishing legal concepts guiding criminal number for identification and ACC 205 3 prosecutions in the United States, indication of its academic level. Accounting Principles I concepts of evidence and The numbering system is as A study of accounting theory, procedure, the movement of follows: principles, procedures, and their money through financial application to sole proprietorships. institutions, tracing money through 0-100 These are non-credit courses Emphasis is on the entire a business including discussions of designed to prepare students for accounting cycle, basic concepts business organization and later credit bearing course work in and terminology, the effects of accounting systems, various basic skill areas such as English transactions, and preparation methods of tracing funds and and Math. Courses at this level of financial statements. interviewing techniques used in may be required by students‘ these investigations. results on the placement tests. ACC 206 3 Prerequisite: 45 credit hours, ACC Accounting Principles II 205 101-199 Courses at this level will Continuation of accounting theory typically be introductory and/or as applied to partnerships and ACC 320 3 general education requirements corporations, and an introduction Intermediate Accounting I with no prerequisites. The primary to managerial accounting. Expands and broadens the focus will be on learning Consideration is given to statement accounting concepts and terminology and basic principles analysis from the viewpoint principles developed in previous within the general field of study. of managers, creditors, investors, accounting courses. In-depth Students with little or no and others. treatment of the traditional background in the content area Prerequisite: ACC 205. accounting topics as well as recent may enroll. developments promulgated by ACC 270 3 various agencies such as the FASB 200-299 The 200 level generally Income Tax Theory and Practice are covered. The major emphasis denotes introductory courses for a Exposes the student to the Internal is on the balance sheet. specific field of study or a survey Revenue Code as it relates to Prerequisite: ACC 206. (C grade of methodology. These courses individuals. Primary emphasis is or better) may require a 100 level placed upon individual tax returns. prerequisite. The primary Prerequisite: ACC 205. ACC 321 3 emphasis will be on Intermediate Accounting II comprehension and application of ACC 310 3 A continuation of the accounting course content. Advanced Taxation principles and concepts discussed A study of the Internal Revenue in ACC 320. Major emphasis is on Code as it relates to corporate 87 88 HILBERT COLLEGE the income statement, pensions seminar with fellow interns. accounting systems and the and leases, accounting changes and Students may not use current or detection of fraud. error analysis, accounting for self-employment for internship Prerequisite: ACC 321, ACC/ECI income taxes, and specialized credit. 313. revenue recognition. Prerequisite: Completion of ACC Pronouncements of the FASB are 350, permission of department ART HISTORY integrated throughout the course. chair, 75 credit hours completed Prerequisite: ACC 320 (C grade and a minimum GPA of 2.5 AHI 103 3 or better). overall; 3.0 in Accounting. Creative Moments in Art History ACC 350 3 ACC 410 3 This introductory course provides Advanced Intermediate Advanced Accounting a selective survey of periods in the Accounting Advanced study in specialized history of Western art that presents An expansion of Intermediate financial accounting areas such a narrative of its development over Accounting. Emphasis is on as business combinations and time, acknowledges the relation to pensions and leases, accounting consolidations, governmental this narrative of major artists and changes and error analysis, accounting, and not-for-profit their media, and clarifies the accounting for income taxes, full accounting and accounting for transcultural influences that disclosure in financial reporting, partnerships. account for changing perceptions specialized revenue recognition Pronouncements of the FASB and in the imaginative recreation of methods and accounting research. GASB are integrated throughout experience; the techniques created Pronouncements of the FASB are the course. to accommodate those perceptions; integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: ACC 350 and the dynamics of audience Prerequisite: ACC 321 (C grade (C grade or better). reception. or better). A Liberal Arts elective, the course ACC 420 3 has no prerequisite. ACC 380 3 Auditing Cost Accounting Focuses on the elements of AHI 320 3 Study of job process and operation professional judgment in the The Art of the Renaissance in costing systems, standard cost theory and application of generally Italy systems and flexible budgets. Cost accepted auditing standards This Core II course examines the information for decision and (GAAS). remarkable revitalization of the control Emphasis is also on internal visual arts in the fifteenth and purposes: product profitability control, professional liability, sixteenth centuries in Italy. While decision and management control ethics, fraud assessment, detection considering antecedents to that systems. and prevention, materiality, outburst of activity, the course will Prerequisite: ACC 206 (C grade sampling, and the planning and focus on painting, sculpture, and or better) completion of an audit culminating architecture from 1400 to 1550, in the audit report. especially the period 1495-1512 ACC 400 3 Prerequisite: ACC 350 which saw the creation of da Accounting Internship (C grade or better). Vinci‘s Last Supper and Mona This internship will provide the Lisa; Raphael‘s School of Athens; student with a work experience ACC 430 3 and Michelangelo‘s Pieta, David, in a business-related setting. This Fraud Examination and decorative cycle in the Sistine situation is designed to afford the A theoretical and practical focus Chapel. Guest presentations will student an exposure to business on the detection, investigation, be offered from among cross- professionals and practices as well and prevention of financial disciplinary areas such as as expectations in the statement fraud and occupational aesthetics, history, religious contemporary fraud. Topics will include studies, and political science. workplace. The student is evaluation Prerequisite: successful required to work 120 hours during of internal control systems, completion of CORE I and junior the semester at the assigned legal elements of financial crime, status. business and to attend a weekly fraud investigative methods, 88 89 HILBERT COLLEGE AHI 350 3 including Artemisia Gentilleschi, BI 114 3 Impressionism and the Judith Leyster, Angelica The Human Body Roots of Modernism Kauffmann, Mary Cassatt, Frida An introductory study of the Impressionist paintings by artists Kahlo, Georgia O‘Keeffe, and structure and function of the like Monet and Renoir resonate so Maya Lin. Each artist‘s work is human body, the course provides a comfortably in modern sensibility discussed in the context of sequential investigation of the that we may forget how aesthetics, history, politics, and systems of the body and revolutionary they once were. economics, as well as related contemporary medical/health Their commitment to new subject topics: women as subjects of art issues relating to the body. This matter and new ways of seeing and as patrons of art. Guest course makes applicable links that qualify the Impressionists as presentations in relevant cross- are relevant to many major perhaps the original avant garde in disciplinary areas will be made. programs at the College. the history of Western art. This Prerequisite: Successful CORE II course considers the completion CORE I and junior BI 140 4 artistic antecedents to status. College Biology I Impressionism and the social and In place of traditional laboratory political atmosphere in which the BIOLOGY work, this course offers a new and movement took shape through innovative program of interactive artists like Edouard Manet, Claude BI 101 3 computer-generated labs. The Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir, Introduction to the Physical virtual laboratory will enable the Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, and Sciences student to study the principles of Berthe Morisot. Topics include This introductory course provides biology and work according to the the remaking of Paris by Baron fundamental concepts and skills in scientific process while performing von Haussmann, the politics of the the physical sciences necessary to lab exercises through the use of Salon system, and the influence of understand contemporary science computer simulations. This course Charles Baudelaire. The course oriented topics in this area, to will focus on a variety of concludes with three Post- increase scientific literacy, foster biological topics as well as their Impressionist painters – Paul an understanding of the scientific interdisciplinary applications. Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, and process, and to improve critical Among the areas to be explored Paul Cezanne – whose work, thinking. At least one area of study are genetics (classical to modern bridging the nineteenth and involves the use of mathematics. genetic engineering), twentieth centuries, is not Reserved for students with limited biotechnology, evolution, imaginable without the innovations previous exposure to scientific bioethics, scientific problem- of Impressionism. Guest principles. solving, immunology and presenters in cross-disciplinary contemporary problems with areas relevant to the course of BI 112 3 disease, diversity and organization study will be made; e.g., in Environmental Science of living organisms and their aesthetics, history, psychology. This course stresses ecological populations, comparative study of One class meeting will be principles and relationships. a body system, and animal scheduled at the Albright-Knox Population and several kinds of behavior. (Students are to register Art Gallery. pollutions are studied, as well as for the lecture section and one Prerequisites: Successful environmental issues of local, computer laboratory section.) completion of CORE I and junior regional, and national concern. There is no prerequisite. This status. The potential impact of course environment upon the quality of can be used as a science or liberal AHI 380 3 life is emphasized. Selected arts elective or as an all-college Women in Art projects and/or seminars elective. Thirty years have passed since concerning topics of current noted art historian Linda Nochlin interest are included. A service BI 141 4 asked, ―Why have there been no learning experience is provided as College Biology II great women artists?‖ In response, an optional component. This course is part of a new and this Core II course considers the innovative program of interactive role of women in art history, computer-simulation labs. The 89 90 HILBERT COLLEGE virtual laboratory enables students around analysis of the marketing necessary in personal financial to perform lab exercises, to study mix: variables of product, decision making. Topics covered scientific principles, and to apply distribution, promotion and pricing include determination of financial scientific methodology through the strategy. Additional topics include objectives, budgeting major use of computer lab simulations. market segmentation, market purchases, insurance, and credit. New topics included in this course research, consumer behavior and Students in any degree program will open the world of international marketing. should find the course to be both contemporary biology and its Prerequisite: GS 101and practical and informative. This relevance and interdisciplinary sophomore status course may be used as a business associations to the student. Themes or unrestricted elective. to be explored include the BUS 210 3 Prerequisite: GS 101 structure, function, and Principles of Management organization of living things; This course provides an BUS 310 3 metabolic processes and enzymes; introduction to the management Management Skills several response systems of the process with focus on the functions Development body; embryonic development; of planning, organizing, directing (Previously MGT 310) ecology and the environment; and and controlling. Attention is given BUS 310 combines theories, self- animal behavior. Students are to to the development of management assessment, and application of register for the lecture section and theory and its contemporary behavioral skills that are essential one computer laboratory section. application in a socially to successful management in the Prerequisite: There is no responsible manner. contemporary workplace. prerequisite. Students do not need Prerequisite: GS 101and Specifically, the course will focus to have taken BI 140 to take this sophomore status on those skills that organizations course, as the two courses are have indicated are most critical for, independent of each other. BUS/LW 217 3 and most lacking in, entry-level Business Law I managers. Key topics include team BUSINESS This course is an introduction of building, organizational change, the principles of law that directly problem solving, and leadership, BUS 101 3 and regularly impact the conduct with an emphasis on strengthening Introduction to Business of business activities. The content communication/interpersonal skills This course will familiarize of the class includes many subjects throughout the course. students with different forms of tested on the Regulation portion of Prerequisite: completion of 30 contemporary business, the CPA examination. Topics credit hours. organizational functions, business include an examination of the terminology and concepts, and substantive law of contracts, from BUS/LW 315 3 skills for success in business. formation requirements to Labor Law Students will be introduced to remedies for breach of contract. This course will examine the various career opportunities Antitrust law, securities fundamentals of U.S. and State available to business regulations, and employment and Labor Law with an emphasis on professionals. BUS 101 is also labor law illustrate the regulatory the principles of employment and designed to prepare students for role on business and society. labor law applicable to private and later coursework in the business Legal aspects of international public employers in New York major and to provide an exposure business are examined in this State. Particular attention shall be to business basics for interested increasingly important area. paid to legal employment issues students from other majors. Prerequisite: sophomore status likely to be encountered by the Prerequisite: GS 101 business owner and/or manager. BUS 262 3 Prerequisite: 12 credit hours of BUS 208 3 Personal Financial Planning specialty courses in Paralegal Contemporary Marketing This class provides a study of Studies department or BUS 217. This course is an introduction to personal finances during the the basic principles of marketing various stages of the consumer‘s and the role of the marketing life cycle. Emphasis is on manager. The course is structured developing awareness and skills 90 91 HILBERT COLLEGE BUS/LW 317 3 explains the fundamentals and of the integration of technology Business Law II provides real-world insights in this with the focus areas of (Formerly Advanced Business Law) fascinating study of sports law as it organizational structure, strategy, A continuation of the study of law affects professional and amateur business planning, culture and begun in BUS 217, the content of athletes. All of the ―off-the-field‖ communications. The course will this class includes many subjects activities affecting sports are focus on developing and tested on the Regulation portion of governed by traditional areas of implementing a methodology for the CPA examination. Topics law and through formal integrating technology and include in depth analysis of the agreements. The subject matter business that will drive improved various forms of business will be presented as the instructor decision making, communication organizations including general follows two fictional characters, and collaboration across the and limited partnerships, the athlete and the owner. In the enterprise. corporations and LLCs; Uniform first half of the course, the class Prerequisites: BUS 210 and Commercial Code subjects such as will follow the progression of a junior status commercial two-sport star student-athlete from paper, secured transactions and high school, to college and BUS 350 3 sales; and other areas of law eventually to the NFL. The The Role of Information in including bankruptcy, various elements of this complex Financial Markets debtor/creditor relations, product world that will be covered include The course is intended to be an liability, estate and trust law and the NCAA as an institution, its applied microeconomics course in real property. rules regarding recruitment and that it will use the consumer utility Prerequisite: BUS 217, junior academic eligibility, amateur status maximization model as well as status. and agents as they apply to college game theoretic modeling of athletes, Title IX, and amateur insurance markets. Topics will BUS 320 3 events and the Olympics. include insurance, lotteries, risk Sport Administration The second half of the course will management and decision making BUS 320 is an upper-level course focus on the issues confronting the with asymmetric information. designed for students interested in owner and the franchise. Topics of Students will acquire knowledge of the complexities of sport discussion will include how to apply an information management and its unique legal, professional sports leagues as an advantage and ascertain when an business, and management entity, Collective Bargaining information advantage is being practices and imperatives. This Agreements (including the draft), practiced against them. This class will provide a foundation for unions and the National Labor understanding of information value subsequent course work in a Relations Act, stadium and will allow the student to make planned Sport Management concession issues, broadcasting decisions in regard to lotteries, Concentration by introducing rights and revenue, and intellectual insurance levels and coverage, students to topics such as labor property. At the conclusion of the warranties and uncertain situations. relations, facility management, class, the student will have a better Prerequisite: ECO 201, MA 145. marketing and fundraising, understanding of sports beyond compliance and government what occurs on the playing field. BUS 361 3 3 issues, sports information, and the As this is a class that examines Workplace Ethics 3 3 3 economics of sport. The focus will law, a brief introduction to legal This course will approach ethics be on high school, collegiate and research and writing will be first from a general perspective professional sports. At this point, provided. No previous knowledge and then examine the application the course is planned for every of law or legal research and of ethical principles through a fourth semester. writing is required. Prerequisite: broad range of contemporary case Prerequisite: BUS 210 and 45 credit hours completed studies. Ethical concepts relevant completion of 45 credit hours to decision-making in the BUS 340 3 workplace will be examined. BUS 325 3 Linking Technology and These concepts, including Egoism, Sport Law Business Utilitarianism, and Categorical 3 3 credit hours Building upon the relationship This course seeks to provide the Imperative will be analyzed and between law and sports, this class student with a solid understanding then applied throughout the course. 91 92 HILBERT COLLEGE Students will also be introduced to opportunity to individually plan ―outline‖ of leadership practices philosophers (Locke, Emerson, and manage projects from their and a review of empirical data that Burke) in the context of own fields of experience. The supports the outline. Finally characteristics identified by emphasis is on the relevance and various films are viewed and executives as essential to effective practical application of project analyzed in the context of leadership. In addition to management skills using good leadership theory. examining ethics at the personal practices as defined by the Project Prerequisite: Junior status. and interpersonal levels, students Management Institute (PMI), the will explore ways to develop and leading international professional BUS/MGT 415 3 promote an ethical culture at the association for Project Organizational Behavior 3 departmental and organizational Management. An effective business leader knows levels (Transformational Prerequisite: Junior status. ―how things work around here.‖ Leadership). Students will This knowledge is based on the conduct an ―ethical audit‖ of an BUS 400 3 understanding how people self- organization and they may hear a Business Administration assess and self-regulate, how presentation on organizational Internship people join with others to get ethics. Prerequisite: Junior Status The internship will provide the things done, how work is set up student with a work experience in and how these work systems and BUS 380 3 a business-related setting. This processes positively impact results. Projects in Enterprise/SIFE situation is designed to afford the This course probes tested models, This course provides students an student an exposure to business organizational techniques and opportunity to make a difference professionals and practices as well workplace experience that add to and to develop leadership, as expectations in the this business knowledge. Ways of teamwork, and communication contemporary workplace. The influencing relationships between skills by learning, practicing, and student is required to work 120 behavior and environment will be teaching the principles of free hours during the semester at the focused on with strong emphasis enterprise through assigned business and to attend a on applying the subject matter to service/experiential learning weekly seminar with fellow the workplace environment and projects that create economic interns. Students may not use from the managerial perspective. opportunity and positively impact current or self-employment for Prerequisite: BUS 210 or Junior the community. This course internship credit. Status examines and applies the Prerequisites: Permission of principles and processes of project instructor and senior status. BUS 490 3 management to the SIFE criteria: Strategic Planning and free markets, success skills, BUS/LW 408 3 Management entrepreneurship, financial Employment Benefits This capstone course in the literacy, ethics, and sustainability. This course will provide students business program combines Prerequisites: EN 102 and with an overview of the law of strategic theory and case-study completion of 45 credits employment benefits, with special analysis to develop planning and emphasis given to the analysis skills. The focus is on the BUS 390 3 administration of qualified formulation, implementation and Introduction to Project retirement plans. Reporting and evaluation of business strategy for Management disclosure requirements, payments, a wide range of business This course seeks to provide the record keeping requirements, enterprises. student with a solid understanding claims and payments and fiduciary Prerequisites: Senior status, FIN of the principles of project duties will be covered. 310, MKT 310. management as they apply to Prerequisite: Junior status. business today. This course is ECO 201 3 being developed to include the BUS 410 3 Microeconomics most relevant and current practices Lessons of Leadership in Movies Microeconomics is the study of within the discipline of project This course examines both resource allocation in a market management. It will focus on leadership theory and practice. Part economy. Resource allocation, providing participants with the of the course is devoted to an decisions by firms, households, 92 93 HILBERT COLLEGE and government will be examined. business-oriented functions particular, this course will cover Market answers to the questions of associated with traditional business issues involved in the industrial what to produce, how to produce offerings. It is designed as an organization of sports, labor and for whom to produce will be elective for students in all economics, public finance, and the investigated. Conditions under programs of study. Topics will economics of amateurism and which market systems promote and include interpersonal relationships college sports. Background fail to promote. Allocation and (marriage, divorce and family); economic theory will be provided. operating efficiency will also be crime (crime and victims, Prerequisite: Junior status covered. victimless crimes, economics of crime, cheating and lying); ECO/MGT 340 3 ECO 202 3 government; college and university Managerial Economics Macroeconomics education; health and health care. This economics course for A model of the aggregate economy Prerequisite: Completion of 45 managers will cover applied will be developed and studied. The credit hours. microeconomic theory as it relates efficacy of government policies to to the firm and its managerial minimize unemployment, stable ECO/FIN 320 3 decisions. Topics will include price levels, favorable growth, and Money and Banking optimization techniques, general favorable international trade The role of money, financial demand theory, forecasting, balances will be studied using the institutions, monetary policy, and production theory, risk, firm model of an economy developed in bank regulations will be studied, as strategy, capital budgeting, this course. Topic areas include will allocating and operating shareholder wealth maximization, economic welfare, the trade efficiency of financial markets. and governmental regulations. balance, national debt, money, and Microeconomic theory will be Students will benefit from the the financial system. used to investigate the role and quantitative management case efficiency of financial markets. study as a preparation for business ECO 300 3 Macroeconomic theory presented environment. Recommended for Modern International in introductory economics will be any student considering graduate Economics extended to further study federal or professional studies. This course will be a study in the reserve policy to promote stable Prerequisites: BUS 210, ECO 201, modern methods of International interest rates, a stable price level, ECO 202, completion of 45 credit Trade economic theory. Topics favorable growth, and favorable hours. will include comparative trade balances. Emphasis will be advantage, monetary theory, and placed on the interaction between ECO 350 3 economic integration and trade monetary theory and the study of Comparative Economic Systems alliance. The course will study the banking. and Government new world of economic trade from Prerequisites: ACC 206, MA 146, The course is intended for a a current perspective and will look and MA 200. diverse audience of students who at the ―big picture‖ of global desire a real world understanding commerce, rather than the ECO 330 3 of the economic systems of the individual firm. International trade Economics of Sport world, and the role of these policy between two governments This course will apply both systems in the past and future of and the market outcomes of trade macroeconomic and each country. The economic agreements will be carefully microeconomic theory to the background and progress of explored. No prior economics spectator sport industry. There several countries will be the courses are required; this is not a will be a detailed discussion of the subject of case study. These mathematics-based course. role of professional sports countries will include the United Prerequisite: Sophomore status. organizations on the local States, Japan, Germany, Austria, economy, and the economic role of Poland, and Czech Republic ECO/SO 309 3 athletics in a collegiate Prerequisite: 45 credit hours Human Economics environment. The course will completed. This course will focus on broad, discuss professional sports interdisciplinary applications of monopoly anti-trust exemption, economics rather than the more and its economic consequences. In 93 94 HILBERT COLLEGE ECO 360 3 extended to further study Federal MIS 205 3 Environmental Economics Reserve policy to promote stable Spreadsheet Software: Economics and environmental interest rates, a stable price level, Microsoft Excel concerns have traditionally been favorable growth, and favorable This course is designed for opposing forces in competitive trade balances. Emphasis will be students in business, accounting, or markets. Pure profit maximization placed on the interaction between related fields, but students in any has no concern for the monetary theory and the study of discipline can benefit from the environmental damage it causes, banking. course content. It will provide a unless the damage has an adverse Prerequisites: ACC 206, MA 146, strong introduction to beginning effect on profit. Environmental and MA 200. through advanced Excel topics. standards, and business firm Students will receive detailed compliance, have been a continual FIN 410 3 instruction on formulas and debate. Can a capitalist society Investments functions, formatting, and have environmental controls that A study of methods of purchasing customized printing of worksheets. are acceptable to business firms assets in order to gain wealth in the Additional topics include what-if and environmentalists? This form of reasonably predictable analysis, charts and graphics, lists, course will discuss options and dividends, interest, rentals, and/or macros, and importing data. show how agricultural and capital gains over the long term. Prerequisite: Previous coursework environmental economics have Time value of money and risk using Windows applications or provided a new world economic concepts developed in FIN 310 knowledge of Windows. order, such that economic will be extended and refined. The compliance of pollution taxes and portfolio theories of Markowitz, MIS 206 3 environmental regulation can be Sharpe, Tobin, and others will be Database Software: profit maximizing, self motivating discussed. Theory will be analyzed Microsoft Access behavior. with reference to real market data. This course will provide a full Prerequisite: Completion of 45 Students will develop investment semester introduction to data credit hours goals, strategies, and performance management. An emphasis will be measurements in applied exercises. placed on practical problems and FIN 310 3 Prerequisite: FIN 310. the proper way to solve them using Managerial Finance database tools. Topics will include A study of decision making by MIS 120 3 creating, querying, and business to maximize the wealth of Microcomputer Concepts & maintaining a database as well as owners. Both short- and long term Applications generating reports and forms. investment and financing decisions This course focuses on the use of Prerequisite: Previous coursework of firms will be studied. Emphasis the microcomputer as a tool for using Windows applications or will be on the use of time-value of managing information. The knowledge of Windows. money and risk concepts in emphasis will be on concepts, financial decisions. terminology, and applications MIS 320 3 Prerequisites: ACC 206, MA 146, relevant to personal computers. Introduction to Management and MA 200. Software products used in the Information Systems course are Windows, Word, Excel, An introduction to the basic FIN/ECO 320 3 and PowerPoint. This course concepts of Management Money and Banking fulfills the computer skills course Information Systems from the The role of money, financial requirement for the Paralegal managerial perspective. Topics institutions, monetary policy, and Studies Program. (Students who will include a study of the steps bank regulations will be studied, as have taken LW 104, MIS 205, or and techniques employed in the will allocating and operating MIS 206 cannot take MIS 120 for development, design, efficiency of financial markets. credit.) implementation, and evaluation of Microeconomic theory will be computer-based systems. used to investigate the role and Prerequisites: BUS 210 or upper efficiency of financial markets. division status. Macroeconomic theory presented in introductory economics will be 94 95 HILBERT COLLEGE MGT 320 3 Recommended for any student work and how they are applied to Human Resources considering graduate or problem identification and solution Case materials and contemporary professional studies. by the decision maker. Topics will theory are used to help define the Prerequisites: BUS 210, ECO 201, include linear programming, role of the Human Resources ECO 202, completion of 45 credit project management using PERT Manager and develop the skills hours. and CPM, decision theory, and and perspectives necessary to network, inventory, and waiting- function in this capacity. Topics MGT 400 3 line models. will include employee training and International Business Prerequisites: MA 200, MA 146, development, selection, job The study of the international junior status in Business evaluation, disciplinary cases, environment and its impact on the Administration or Accounting. compensation programs, wage and management of multinational and salary administration, labor foreign corporations. Problems and MKT 300 3 relations, federal regulation in the decision-making strategies Consumer Behavior workplace, motivation, and safety associated with the international The course overviews consumer and security. firm will be explored. behavior principles and addresses Prerequisites: BUS 210 or junior Prerequisites: BUS 210, ECO 202, its application within the status. junior status. marketing function as an effective market segmentation/product MGT 330 3 MGT 410 3 development/ marketing Managing for Excellence Labor Relations communications tool. Course An increasing emphasis on quality A study of the changing labor topics focus on the dynamics of demands knowledge of quality force, labor markets, the evolution consumer behavior from both concepts and the ability to apply and structure of the American individual and group perspectives the quality tools. This course labor movement, collective and models of buying behavior. examines the role of quality in bargaining, labor legislation, Prerequisites: PSY 101 and 45 achieving performance excellence current trends in collective credits completed. and introduces the statistical tools bargaining, dealing with labor used to measure quality. The shortages in the future, and MKT 310 3 course utilizes frameworks such as contracts. Marketing Management the Balanced Scorecard and the Prerequisites: BUS 210, junior In this course, management theory Malcolm Baldrige National status. and concepts are applied to the Quality Criteria to analyze quality field of marketing. Topics will initiatives. MGT 420 3 include market segmentation, the Prerequisites: Junior status. Entrepreneurism role of technology, and the The conception, initiation, application of sound management MGT/ECO 340 3 organization, and management of the decision-making techniques to Managerial Economics small business will be investigated. marketing situations. Global and This is an economics course for Topics will also include production, domestic opportunities and the managers which will cover applied staffing, financial control, and effect of cultural differences will microeconomic theory as it relates managing growth. Market research, also be examined in the context of to the firm and its managerial acquisition of capital, and forms of marketing management. Students decisions. Topics will include business ownership will also be will be expected to analyze and optimization techniques, general discussed. interpret marketing management demand theory, forecasting, Prerequisites: Junior status. information and to integrate production theory, risk, firm research, analysis and strategy into strategy, capital budgeting, MGT 425 3 a marketing plan. Ethics and shareholder wealth maximization, Management Science social responsibility in the and governmental regulations. The role of the quantitative marketing environment will also Students will benefit from the approach to decision making as a be integrated into course coverage. quantitative management case component of management science Prerequisite: BUS 208, junior study as a preparation for the is investigated. Emphasis will be status business environment. on how the quantitative approaches 95 96 HILBERT COLLEGE MKT 320 3 Considerable emphasis is placed Classes will generally be Advertising on creating sensitivity to social, conducted in a format with lecture The course studies the role of cultural, and political factors in followed by informal discussions advertising within the overall designing marketing strategies and collaborative learning framework of the field of abroad. Other topics include activities. Topics will be examined marketing. The course covers the techniques of researching and on both the qualitative and communication process, analysis entering overseas markets, product quantitative basis. Students are of media alternatives, target planning, pricing, international required to keep abreast of content markets, and the creative aspects distribution, international and will be assigned readings. of advertising and campaign promotion, financing, and For those electing the chemistry preparation. communication. lab computer generated hard copy Prerequisite: BUS 208 and 45 Prerequisite: BUS 208 and junior laboratory reports must be credits completed status. prepared and submitted for grading in the weekly format given in MKT 335 3 Chemistry chemistry lab. Sport/Event Marketing MKT 335 will provide both an CH 201 3 or 4 CH 202 3 or 4 introduction to the concepts and General Chemistry I General Chemistry II theories unique to sport marketing This course will focus on a variety This course will examine such as well as a review of the of chemistry topics such as basic topics as solutions, acids and bases principles of marketing in the principles of chemistry, acids, kinetics, organic chemistry, context of sports. The emphasis alkalis, solutions, and solubility polymers, and plastics. In place of will be on sponsorships, and reactive metals. In place of the the traditional laboratory is a new promotions, publicity, public traditional laboratory will be a new and innovative program using relations, and facility marketing. and innovative program using interactive computer-based We will look at Sports interactive computer-based simulation experiments. Such Commissions/Convention Bureaus simulation experiments. Such computer based activities bring the and how these organizations computer-based activities bring the chemistry lab to life and allow market their cities to attract events. chemistry lab to life and allow students to choose their own We will also examine global students to choose their own methods in conducting successful marketing as it applies to major methods in conducting successful experiments. This course can be professional organizations such as experiments. This course can be taken with or without the lab the National Football League, taken with or without the lab section (4 credits or 3 credits). National Basketball Association section (4 credits or 3 credits). Prerequisite: CH 201 or high and Major League Baseball. There is no prerequisite. However, school equivalent. Finally, the course will cover how students should have some basic the corporate world uses sport as a knowledge of computers. This DIGITAL MEDIA & communication platform. course can be used as a science or COMMUNICATION Prerequisite: BUS 208 and 45 liberal arts elective or as an all credits completed college elective. COM 110 3 Introduction to Mass Media MKT 410 3 CH 201 LAB 1 Introduction to Mass Media will International Marketing General Chemistry present student with a fundamental 3 This course focuses on the This course will examine such understanding of mass growing importance of the topics of chemistry, measurements, communication theory. The international marketing operations calculations, classification and course will examine various forms of multinational firms. The properties of matter, changes in of mass media in terms of their student‘s perception of marketing matter, the structure of matter, evolution, contemporary status, management‘s domain is expanded chemical nomenclature, the and future potentials. The course from the domestic environment to quantitative composition of matter, will also study the effects of mass the global market place— chemical reactions and some media on both a personal and examining the opportunities, quantitative relationships related to global level. The lecture portion problems, and challenges. chemical change. No prerequisites of the class will be supplemented 96 97 HILBERT COLLEGE by video screenings, field trips, in- digital marketplace. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: EN 102 class research, and group work. COM170 or Instructor permission COM 240 The Art of COM 151 3 COM 210 3 Persuasion: Introduction to Public Speaking Media Analysis Rhetorical Strategies 3 The goal of this course is to Students learn three distinct This course builds on the elements develop the student‘s ability to methods of criticizing the media, of argument introduced in EN 101. communicate effectively in a 1) the use of scientific instruments The art of persuasive formal speech situation. Classroom to track media usage in the form of communication instruction focuses on the ratings, 2) the use of social science based on the study and application planning, organization, and to form a critical understanding of of rhetorical theory is introduced. delivery of speeches to inform and the effects of media and 3) the use The history of rhetoric from persuade. of artistic theory to understand the ancient Greece to tomorrow will intended message of media. be explored with a strong look at COM 170 3 Students will explore these three rhetoric in mass media and Multimedia Explorations disparate methods of contemporary culture. The course The course allows students to be understanding media effects, and provides a strong foundation for exposed to a wide sampling of will use their own media viewing COM 243 Journalism I, COM 344 digital media formats in a short and buying habits to better Public Relations Writing, COM time, including photography, understand how the media effects 348 Advertising Copywriting, video, audio and basic web design. culture. COM 360 Press Relations, and It also allows students to use the Prerequisites: COM 110 COM 460 Persuasive Campaigns. latest in digital media tools and Introduction to Mass Media This course is designed to enhance learn basic techniques and the student‘s ability to apply applications for these tools. A COM 240 3 rhetorical principles to various required course for all Digital The Art of Persuasion: forms of writing and speaking. Media and Communication Introduction to Rhetorical This course is designed to help (DMAC) students, COM170 is Strategies students improve their writing also recommended for any student This course builds on the elements skills and who wants to increase their of argument introduced in EN 101. would be beneficial to students in professional viability in the new The art of persuasive all majors. Prerequisite: EN 102 digital marketplace. communication based on the study and application of rhetorical theory COM 242 3 COM180 3 is introduced. The history of Script Writing Advanced Multimedia rhetoric from ancient Greece to Script writing covers the writing Explorations tomorrow will be explored with a and pre-production stage of Intended as a complement to strong look at rhetoric in mass television and film production. COM170, the course builds on media and contemporary culture. Students will learn how to make previously acquired knowledge The course provides a strong basic storyboards, how to write while furthering students‘ foundation for COM 243 script treatments, and how to understanding of effective media Journalism I, COM 344 Public develop full-length scripts from integration (e.g. web, film/video, Relations Writing, COM 348 basic ideas. audio and photography). The Advertising Copywriting, COM Prerequisites: EN 102 course looks to teach advanced 360 Press Relations, and COM 460 skills while showing students how Persuasive Campaigns. This COM 243 3 to synthesize various media course is designed to enhance the Journalism I platforms into convergent media student‘s ability to apply rhetorical In this class students will develop projects. A required course for all principles to various forms of their writing skills through various Digital Media and Communication writing and speaking. This course journalistic assignments. Students (DMAC) students, COM180 is is designed to help students will begin by learning the basic also recommended for any student improve their writing skills and elements and style of news stories, who wants to further their would be beneficial to students in editorials, interviews, and professional viability in the new all majors. columns. In addition, students will 97 98 HILBERT COLLEGE learn the importance of objectivity, Prerequisites: COM 180 Advanced COM 323 3 accuracy, and awareness of Multimedia Explorations or Gender and Communications audience. Because the line permission of instructor A critical analysis of the between news and entertainment is relationship between gender and becoming less defined, the course COM 281 3 how people communication, both will also discuss the role of ethics Web Design I in terms of style, and in terms of in journalism. The professional methods of message. Prerequisites: EN 102 interactive design for the Internet. Prerequisites: COM 110 Includes use of design tools, Introduction to Mass Media, upper COM 261 3 Internet technologies, artistic and division status Concepts of Integrated communication concepts, hand Marketing coding, etc. COM 332 3 Introductory public relations, Prerequisites: COM 170 Labor Relations advertising, and integrated Explorations in Media or Labor Relations covers the history marketing course that covers the permission of instructor of labor organizations, how history and practice of persuasive corporations and employees media. COM 310 3 communicate with each other, and Prerequisites: COM 110 Mass Communication Theory helps develop an understanding of Introduction to Mass Media This is a broad theory course that the relationship between labor and covers the scientific method, communications. COM 270 3 application of theory to general Prerequisites: COM 110 Digital Photography I social issues and to research on Introduction to Mass Media, upper This course looks at the art and those issues, the logical positivist division status practical applications of still outlook, and issues such as photography using digital tools. Paradigm Shift and the Rashomon COM 333 3 Students will use digital cameras Effect as they apply to human Corporate Communications and image manipulation tools such interaction. On a narrower focus, This course looks at the systems as Adobe Photoshop to create both the class covers many of the most which facilitate communication artistic and practical images. important theories of within a corporate structure, and Students should have a digital communications, and attempts to how professional communicators camera or a 35mm SLR to take cover basic theories from other fit into the basic corporate this course. fields such as structuralism, structure. The course covers both Prerequisites: Explorations in functionalism, feminism, and neo- internal and external Media COM 170 or permission of Marxism / critical theory. communications roles using all instructor Prerequisites: COM 110 forms of media. Introduction to Mass Media, upper Prerequisites: COM 110 COM 275 3 division status Digital Filmmaking COM 343 3 Digital filmmaking is an COM 320 3 Journalism II intermediate level course dealing Communications Law An advanced journalism class. with theory, techniques, and and Ethics Students expand their editing and aesthetics of cinematography and A course is the legal and ethical reporting skills, working on lighting, via demonstrations, aspects of human communications deadlines to investigate and report exams, practicums, and shooting in western society. Includes an in on community issues. In addition, exercises utilizing a variety of depth look at the history of students will be exposed to industry-oriented digital equipment communications laws, current case advanced interview techniques, and accessories. Students in this law, constitutional law, and a different formats of journalistic class also learn basic pre- discussion of international law reporting, and will look further production, scriptwriting and covering communications, speech, into the ethics of journalism. research methods while producing and the press. Prerequisites: COM 243 the material for a short length Prerequisites: COM 110 Journalism I narrative or documentary digital Introduction to Mass Media, upper film. division status. 98 99 HILBERT COLLEGE COM 344 3 then integrated into student COM/CS 371 3 Public Relations Writing presentations given during the Contemporary Cinema In this course, students will semester. The course is a study of current develop their writing skills through Prerequisites: Upper division trends in international and various assignments dealing with status, COM 151 and EN 340 (EN independent filmmaking. The public relations and advertising. 340 may be a co-requisite.) screenings will exemplify a range Students of genres and styles revealing the will complete a variety of COM 360 3 diversity of recent releases. The assignments, beginning with press Press Relations course will also deal with elements releases, newsletters, and Students alternately take on the of cinematic comprehension advertising copy and continuing to roll of a member of the media, and through discussion of narrative more complex assignments that a person whose job is to deal with structure, technique, theme and will involve multiple tasks, such as the media, and plays these roles in form. The course is split between special events planning and an relations to their own major (ECI screening sand lectures. The advertising campaign. Graphic students deal with ECI situations, lectures will be devoted to a design and desktop publishing business students deal with number of concepts that will be (using Quark Xpress) will also be businesses, and so forth). explicated further via the discussed and utilized in the class. Prerequisites: EN 102 and upper screenings. Prerequisites: EN 102 and upper class status division status COM 374 3 COM 362 3 Lighting for Video and Theatre COM 345 3 Integrated Marketing Research This course covers the basics of Sports Reporting A basic human studies course safe handling of performance light, This course covers the methods of designed to teach how to apply including the technology of reporting on and writing for sports modern scientific instruments to lighting, and the artistic coverage. the prediction of market patterns dimensions of lighting. Light Prerequisites: COM 243 and forces. Students will develop subjects will include advanced Journalism I and deploy research instruments three point lighting, theatrical and test interventions in research lighting for video, theatrical COM 348 3 groups to learn both theory driven lighting for stage, electrical theory, Advertising Copywriting research, and non-theoretical light and color theory, safety, and This course will provide students market research. grip work. with the opportunity to learn about Prerequisites: MA 200 Statistics, Prerequisites: COM 170 advertising through a study of upper class status Explorations in Media and upper advertising strategies and class status practices. Students will begin by COM 370 examining various advertising Digital Photography II 3 COM 375 3 strategies, including consumer- An intermediate photography Digital Film Editing oriented and product-oriented course which deals extensively in Digital film editing is an strategies. collections of photographs telling a intermediate-level course covering Prerequisites: EN 102 and upper cohesive story, artistic theory, and theory, techniques and aesthetics division status advanced manipulation of images of film/digital video non-linear using digital tools. This course is editing. COM 351 3 an attempt to help the student A variety of industry oriented Speaking for the Professions develop an artistic style and a firm digital applications, with emphasis The course will be structured in grounding of visual theory. on Final Cut Pro, will be utilized in such a way as to focus on the Students will look at and criticize the editing exercises. Students are speaking situations in which most extensive collections of master encouraged to take COM275 in the professionals must perform. photographers for visual style and previous semester which will Appropriate topics, by academic underlying message. provide them with the necessary major, will be developed within Prerequisites: COM 270 Digital instructional materials to complete simulated situations. Key Photography I class assignments. strategies will be introduced and 99 100 HILBERT COLLEGE Prerequisites: COM 275 or students to ―tie-in‖ all of their independent and sustained Instructor permission various knowledge and skills into scholarship within the discipline one whole. and will also result in a superior COM 378 3 Prerequisites: COM 362 and writing sample for a graduate Audio Production upper division status. application. In this age of A course in advanced audio competitive applications to methods. This course covers the COM 475 3 graduate school, a proven ability in use of sound in advanced video Studio Production independent and sophisticated productions and in audio Studio production is an advanced scholarship before admittance productions including the course in which the elements of gives an applicant a great collection and use of foley, sound video studio production are advantage. The thesis is to be effects, audio track editing, and covered. Training is given in the undertaken only with the approval other topics. function and operation of all studio of both a faculty advisor who will Prerequisites: COM 170 facilities. The direction and oversee the project, and the chair Explorations in Media upper production of basic types of of the department. The specifics division status programs are taught and practiced. of the project will be designed by Students learn to handle all of the the student under the guidance of COM 380 3 basic staff positions on the video the faculty advisor. Though the Communications Technology studio production team. project must be centered in one Communication technology is an Prerequisites: COM 375 or concentration of Communication, engineering course that covers how instructor permission. the scope may include other areas information is transmitted and as well. In projects that cross stored. Topics include digital and COM 478 3 disciplines, the student may need analog information systems, The Documentary: Filming the to ask additional faculty to help information transmission and World as it is advise in those areas. In such storage schema, digital Students in this course take a basic cases, the student will be advised compression techniques, encoding understanding of video production by a committee of faculty and decoding theory, and and marry it to the research members with a Communication discussions of noise, redundancy, techniques of ethnography or Studies Department faculty error recovery, and the documentary studies. This member serving as Chair. technologies that support modern assumes that a student will be able Prerequisite: permission of communications. to produce basic, quality video department chair Prerequisites: Upper division images and sound using modern status equipment, but stresses COM 491/492 3 academically and ethically valid Internship COM 381 3 methods of research instead of As one capstone option a student Web Design II mastery of the ―art‖ of video. may choose to take the An advanced web design class. Prerequisites: COM 275 Video Communication internship. This Students learn techniques for web Production or permission of course provides the design including scripting, flash, instructor, upper class status Communication major with an multimedia integration, and experiential situation in a database integration COM 490 3 professional setting related to the Prerequisites: COM 281 Web Senior Thesis student‘s area of concentration: 3 Design I and upper division status This course is designed for the Integrated Marketing, Communication major with senior Interpersonal and Organizational COM 460 3 status and a grade point average of Communication, Media Arts, and Persuasive Campaigns at least 3.5 who intends to continue Media Writing. A variety of Students will integrate their on to a graduate program in experiences is available and will understandings of communications Communication, Integrated be guided by the professional theory, communications research, Marketing, Human Resources, or agency in consort with the public relations and advertising Business, etc. The completion of a internship director. All students methodology, and media analysis senior thesis is intended to show a interested in an internship must into a single campaign, allowing student‘s ability to carry on obtain the approval of the 100 101 HILBERT COLLEGE Department Chair during the COM 495/496 3 CIS 220 3 semester prior to the internship. Independent Study: Introduction to Computer Students must complete a paper on Portfolio Design Programming their experience and hold their In this course, students will work This course will provide a work position for no fewer than 40 on developing a portfolio comprehensive introduction to hours per credit awarded. This consisting of a variety of writing procedural and object oriented course may be taken twice for 1-3 assignments in the areas of public programming. A variety of credits each time, each time it is relations and advertising. This general programming concepts taken should be with a different course is intended as a capstone will be taught in C and C++ using organization. course, building on the other tools available under the Linux Prerequisite: Permission of the courses offered in the Professional operating system. Students will Department Chair Communications concentration. also learn basic file management The various assignments included skills using Linux. COM 493/494 3 in the portfolio will provide Prerequisites: CIS 170 or Professional Seminar students with quality samples of permission of department This course is designed for senior their writing that they can show to –level students. It is designed to prospective employers. Included CIS 230 3 prepare students to succeed in the in the portfolio will be press Database Management Systems highly competitive worlds of releases, newsletters, brochures, This introductory course will Media Arts, Public Relations, and and print and television ads. This explore the role of data, file Marketing by giving them real- course may be taken twice for 1-3 management, and database world hands-on experience in the credits each time. systems. Topics will also include field. Prerequisites: Senior status in the the practical aspects of It is no longer possible to expect to Communications Program, and client/server computing and how work in an area in isolation—all Permission of Department Chair information is encoded, stored and aspects of the industry are now retrieved. This course will provide enmeshed. The new key to success COM 499 3 students with the background to is one‘s ability to manage and Senior Video Project design, implement, and use work within the convergence of Seniors may work, as a group, on a database systems. Students will multi-media. Reporters must work capstone experience producing a become familiar with the SQL in web based media and video as substantial video production. database language, Microsoft well as writing copy; camera Prerequisite: Permission of the Access and Oracle. The people must write, film, produce, Department Chair implementation of database system and edit work; PR is now in charge security will also be stressed. of press releases, web presence, COMPUTER INFORMATION Prerequisites: CIS 220 marketing, and media production. SYSTEMS Simply put, the more you can CIS 270 3 move between media elements, the CIS 170 3 Introduction to Computer more you understand, the more Computer Systems: Networking employable you will be and the Computer Architecture and This course will discuss the more promotable you will be. Operating Systems principles and practices of In this seminar students will work The course will provide a working computer networking, with in real-life settings to create multi- knowledge of computer hardware emphasis on the Internet. Topics media projects for clients. The and the basic operating systems of will include the structure and Professional Seminar is designed DOS and Windows. The course components of computer networks, to enable students of to prepare a will focus on the creation, packet switching, layered professional portfolio showing maintenance, and destruction of architectures, TCP/IP, physical broad skills. data stored in electronic form. The layer, error control, window flow configuration and connection of control, local area networks peripheral equipment and the (Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI), installation of network hardware network layer, congestion control, and cabling are explored. quality of service, and multicast. Prerequisites: CIS 170 101 102 HILBERT COLLEGE CREATIVE STUDIES the class are discussed by the CS 365 3 instructor and class as a whole. Great Directors of Modern CS 101 3 Students will also be required to American Cinema Introduction to Film Studies read from a literature anthology in This course will examine six major CS 101 is designed to introduce order to assess models of the best film directors who have each had a students to the basics of film contemporary poets and writers. profound impact on the analysis and appreciation. We will The course aims at the continuing development of modern American begin by studying a variety of development of students‘ critical cinema. The course will examine major film concepts such as mise instincts along with the each director via close visual en scene, montage, and concomitant development of analysis and discussion of cinematography. During the writing strategies. representative films. The course middle section of the course, we Prerequisite: EN 102. will focus on several key themes: will discuss and practice more the directors‘ distinctive vision of advanced approaches to film CS 350 3 modern life; in what sense each of appreciation such auteur and genre Creative Writing Workshop II these directors can be considered a analysis. The final section of the An advanced workshop seminar true auteur; the major technical course will focus on a variety of that explores the writing of poetry and creative contributions each has theoretical approaches to film and fiction. Original poems and made to modern filmmaking; and analysis that will include but not fiction how each redefines many be limited to Semiotic and by members of the class are traditional forms such as war, Psychoanalytic criticism. Lastly, discussed by the instructor and the suspense, detective, gangster, and throughout the course, we will class as a whole. The course aims comedy genres. examine the key political, social, at the continuing development of Prerequisite: EN 102. and technological developments students‘ critical instincts along that affected the evolution modern with the concomitant development CS/COM 371 3 film. of writing strategies. Contemporary Cinema Prerequisite: EN 101 Prerequisite: Upper division The course is a study of current status, EN 102. trends in international and CS/EN 250 3 independent filmmaking. The Creative Writing Workshop I CS 357 3 screenings will exemplify a range An introductory workshop seminar A History of the American of genres and styles revealing the that explores the writing of poetry Cinema diversity of recent releases. The and short fiction. Original poems This course will trace the course will also deal with elements and short stories by members of development of the American of cinematic comprehension the class are discussed by the cinema from the turn of the through discussion of narrative instructor and class as a whole. century to the 1990‘s. We will structure, technique, theme and Students will also be required to study four major periods: the silent form. The course is split between read from a literature anthology in film, the transition to sound, the screening sand lectures. The order to assess models of the best studio system, and the lectures will be devoted to a contemporary poets and writers. contemporary film. We will number of concepts that will be The course aims at the continuing examine representative films and explicated further via the development of students‘ critical directors from each of these screenings. instincts along with the periods, and we will also discuss concomitant development of the key political, economic, CRIMINAL JUSTICE writing strategies. technological developments that Prerequisite: EN 102. influenced the evolution of CJ 101 3 American cinema. Introduction to Criminal Justice CS 250 3 Prerequisite: EN 102. An introduction to the parts of the Creative Writing Workshop I Criminal Justice system and the An introductory workshop seminar interrelationship of these parts, that explores the writing of poetry incorporating the development of and short fiction. Original poems the CJ model. The three areas of and short stories by members of this model are studied: law 102 103 HILBERT COLLEGE enforcement, judicial/legal, and and parole concepts and practice, criminological concerns such as corrections. The Criminal Justice correctional careers, unions, and white collar, victimless and violent system is viewed in its historical the future of corrections. A crime. The course is designed to development as well as in its required course for the enable students to understand relationship to contemporary social baccalaureate degree. Prerequisite: crime as a single issue, prior to issues. A required course for one college-level criminal justice agency or institutional Criminal Justice, Economic Crime course or permission of instructor. involvement. A required course for Investigation and Forensic Science Criminal Justice and Economic (CSI) majors. CJ 202 3 Crime Investigation and Forensic Introduction to Law and Justice Science/Crime Scene Investigation CJ 102 3 This course will chronicle the majors. Juvenile Delinquency development of the American An in-depth study of the nature system of criminal law. In CJ 205 3 and extent of juvenile delinquency addition, it will include how Drugs, Crime and the Criminal in America. Topics covered today‘s criminal justice system is Justice System include an overview and impacted through the Drugs and substance abuse have examination of philosophies of implementation of these laws. The been and will continue to be a juvenile control, the magnitude second half of the semester will major problem for our entire and trends of juvenile crime in consider the general elements of criminal justice system. Students America, the major theoretical crime. It will analyze conventional preparing for a career in criminal perspectives addressing crime defenses to criminal liability and justice and related disciplines need causation, and other issues directly investigate the major offense an awareness and understanding of related to the course, e.g., gangs. categories, at an introductory level, the problems, issues, terminology as defined by the New York Penal and impact of this difficult area. CJ 103 3 Code. Students will consider This course is designed to Introduction to Security various social, cultural and introduce the student to the study This course will examine private economic consequences that are of drugs and substance abuse and security as it relates to the business related to the American system of their impact on the criminal justice world and the criminal justice law. The course will prepare system. Through class lectures and system. A survey of security students for upper level law discussion the students will come theory and techniques will be classes, and for future employment to understand specific drugs and applied to a variety of business, within the field of criminal justice. substances that influence not only institutional and industrial settings. A required course for the our society but more specifically The technological tools of private baccalaureate degrees in Criminal our criminal justice system. There security will be discussed as will Justice and Forensic are no prerequisites for this course. the importance of security to Science/Crime Scene A required course for the protecting assets and profit. This Investigation. baccalaureate degree in Forensic course also will expose the student Science/Crime Scene to the evolution and modern CJ 204 3 Investigation. rationale for security as well as the Crime and Society fundamental concepts upon which The aim of this course is to CJ/HI 207 3 to base more advanced course familiarize students with the field Crime and Punishment in work. of criminology. Attention will be America paid to theory construction and This interdisciplinary course CJ 200 3 theory testing to arrive at a better examines crime and punishment Introduction to Corrections understanding of the present state within its social and cultural This course will present an of criminological knowledge. The context. Students examine how overview and critical analysis of concept of crime will be studied society has defined crime and what contemporary correctional theory from a number of theoretical punishments have been exacted and practice. Issues to be explored perspectives including biological, during five distinct periods of include prisoner rights, psychological, sociological and American history from the colonial victimization, the death penalty, cultural. Special consideration is to the present. Topics such as community corrections, probation given to contemporary social control, crime and news 103 104 HILBERT COLLEGE media, and crime in popular CJ 304 3 resulted from rapid changes, and a culture are interwoven throughout. Organized Crime and the Career view of what is likely to happen in This course fulfills a CORE I Criminal the future. Female crime victims, requirement. This course will focus on the female criminals, and women who Prerequisites: EN 102, sophomore analysis of how criminal work in the criminal justice field status. organizations are structured, how will be discussed. Attention will they function, and how they have also be paid to the changing status CJ 300 3 developed criminogenic market of men in the system, and the Probation, Parole, and structures for illegal co-ops or special problems they face (i.e. Community-Based Corrections services. The connection between sexual harassment or This course is designed to provide legitimate business and organized discrimination complaints). students with an in-depth crime, and political machines and Prerequisite: Upper division understanding of the decision organized crime will be studied in status or permission of the making process as it relates to depth. The drug cartels, ethnic department. probation, parole, and community gangs, white-collar criminals, and based corrections. It will examine financial organizations will focus CJ 310 3 the organization and management on contemporary views. Introduction to Policing/ of probation and parole agencies. Prerequisite: CJ 204. Professional Entry Issues such as constitutional This course is designed to provide impact, political and legal CJ/HS/PSY 305 3 the criminal justice major with implications, pre-sentencing, Research Methods in Social basic information about the state, supervision, parole success, types Sciences county and municipal level of of conditional release, interaction This course is designed to policing in the United States. with social and legal agencies will familiarize Criminal Justice majors Issues such as the police role, be covered. with the development of data police discretion, police culture, Prerequisite: CJ 200. gathering techniques including personality and stress will be questionnaire construction, discussed. Other areas of inquiry CJ 302 3 sampling procedures, secondary will be police and the various The Juvenile Justice System data analysis, and techniques of communities they police, police This course is designed to data processing. Students will and the law, and police ethics. introduce students to the workings acquire the skills necessary to Finally, the course will present of the juvenile justice system. conduct human service and pragmatic career choice Students will be familiarized with criminal justice research and the information to the student relevant interactions of various ability to prepare a formal research concerning required entry level agencies (e.g., the police, courts, report. A required course for the law enforcement testing, physical department of corrections and baccalaureate degree in Criminal requirements age restrictions, other youth agencies and Justice and Forensic psychological parameters, and programs) with the youth of our Science/Crime Scene other qualifications that the student society. Through class lectures and Investigation. will be required to meet in order to discussion students will be Prerequisite: MA 200. enter into a law enforcement introduced to the problems career. There is a strong emphasis encountered by the juvenile justice CJ/HS 307 3 on police entry testing. system and an evaluation of those Gender and the Criminal Justice Prerequisite: CJ 101, Upper practices which have been System division status. This course was implemented to reduce As the position of women changes previously listed as CJ 211 delinquency. Lastly, the basic in society, changes occur within rights afforded youth with respect the criminal justice system. This CJ 311 3 to their interactions with the course will provide students with a Police Management and criminal justice system will be clearer view of how women have Organization examined. historically been treated by and This course would expose the Prerequisite: CJ 102. within the system, the current student to a broad spectrum of law status of women, the problems enforcement organizations that which have occur in our society today. The 104 105 HILBERT COLLEGE focus would be on the organization differentiation between law devoted to examining underlying of law enforcement and certain enforcement and regulatory duties, causes. This course will also management styles that have been and an understanding of a basic evaluate some of the nonviolent utilized to deal with policing our law enforcement tenet, protection harm done by families to their society. The issues and areas to be of life and property, from an members, including the covered would include: environmental perspective. A contributions made by family management theory, organizational required course for the structure and functioning to environment, leadership, baccalaureate degree in Forensic problems such as delinquency or productivity, operations, Science/Crime Scene adult criminality, depression, and information management, Investigation. suicide. communications, and the Prerequisite: Upper division status Prerequisite: Upper division status relationship that exists in these and or permission of the department. or permission of the department. other areas which affect our law enforcement agencies today. A CJ 315 3 CJ/HS/PSY 317 3 required course for the Laws and Rules of Evidence Family Violence Treatment and baccalaureate degree in Criminal This upper division criminal Prevention Justice. justice course is designed to This course offers an introduction Prerequisite: Upper division status combine the principles of to the dynamics of family violence or permission of the department. competency-based learning of case with an emphasis on treatment and law and the skills necessary to intervention strategies. Students CJ 312 3 effectively understand the will examine types of family Police: Human Dimension practices and procedures of our violence across the life span, This course will review the court and judicial system. The identification and reporting historical foundations of policing course will focus on the nature and procedures, controversial issues of and relate those original influences development of evidence law, relevance to the field of family to present-day practices and admissibility of evidence, violence, the impact of substance policies. The course will include a relevancy of evidence, character abuse/misuse on family review of private police/security, evidence, witness examination and functioning and violent patterns of police unions, political influences credibility, impeachment, expert behavior, and current and on police work, and police testimony, scientific evidence as innovative approaches to treatment deviance. An in-depth look at well as hearsay and privilege and prevention. police problems and issues such as testimony. A required course for Prerequisite: Upper division status ethics, decision making, police the baccalaureate degree in or permission of the department. discretion, use of deadly force, Forensic Science/Crime Scene police cynicism, stress in police Investigation. CJ 320 3 employment, coping mechanisms, Prerequisites: Upper division Transnational Crime and and the future of policing will be status and CJ 202 Introduction to Comparative included. Law & Justice or other law related Criminal Justice Systems Prerequisite: Upper division status class This course will provide an or permission of the department. interdisciplinary perspective of CJ/HS/PSY 316 3 worldwide crime and justice. The CJ 314 3 Family Violence course will explore topics such as Environmental Investigations This course is intended to provide global crime, crime rates, crime This course is designed to students with a stronger trends, and crime theories. The introduce and apply environmental understanding of the scope and Criminal Justice Systems of investigative techniques to the seriousness of all forms of family England, France, Sweden, Japan, detection and resolution of violence and abuse, and the and Russia will be compared with environmental criminal activity. It difficulties faced by criminal the United States Criminal Justice will include an in-depth discussion justice and human service System. of: environmental investigative agencies. Historical, social, Prerequisite: Upper Division approaches, laws and regulations political, psychological, and legal status or permission of the governing the enforcement of aspects of family violence will be department. environmental crimes, considered, and much time will be 105 106 HILBERT COLLEGE CJ 321 3 (1) Social inequalities; unequal detail. Prerequisite: Upper Terrorism and Homeland access to justice; (2) Corruption, division status or permission of the Security bribery, and influence peddling; department. This upper division course was (3) The integrity of evidence; designed to provide students with truthful testimony; (4) Plea CJ 335 3 an understanding and appreciation bargaining; (5) Use of force, Diversity Issues in Criminal for the whole new concept that was weapons, and coercion. A required Justice formulated primarily to combat the course for the baccalaureate degree The criminal justice system faces threat of terrorism. Initially, in Criminal Justice and Forensic serious questions about its Homeland Security was a term Science/Crime Scene handling of diversity, and this is utilized by President George W. Investigation. likely to worsen in the future. This Bush to describe the creation of the Prerequisite: Upper division status course will examine the newly formed Department of or permission of department. racial/ethnic and Homeland Security. This diversity issues that are directly comprehensive reorganization of CJ 333 3 relevant to the justice system, in the federal government was Information Security order to provide students with the undertaken with the specific intent With the expansion of global background they need to of improving the security and networks, organizations have an understand crime in a racial safety of our nation against increasing need to understand how context, accusations of differential terrorist attacks such as the ones to protect critical information justice, cries of racism over police that occurred on 9/11. The assets from a myriad of threats. shootings, hate crimes, concerns concept of homeland security has This course provides a broad about political correctness and now evolved into a much broader overview of the field of affirmative action, and a variety of context that affects the everyday information security, with a focus other topics. Some attention will lives of all Americans. It affects on security management practices. also be devoted other groups, our basic civil liberties (the Patriot It covers terminology, history and including religious minorities, gays Act), how we travel (airport and the process of managing an and the disabled. airline security), how we gather information security program. The Prerequisite: Upper division status and disseminate intelligence course includes a discussion of or permission of department. information, how first responders several of the ten domains which are trained to respond to suspected comprise the common body of CJ/SO 336 3 acts of terrorism and how we knowledge for information Sociology of Management conduct business with countries security. This course sets the This course is designed to present that harbor or foster terrorists. foundation for further study in to the student the basic ideology of These and other related topics computer and network security. Max Weber‘s ―Rationality‖ as concerning Homeland Security Prerequisite: Upper division status typified by modern management will be discussed during this or permission of the department. techniques used today that is in course. direct conflict with Prerequisite: Upper Division CJ 334 3 ―Traditionalism‖ still in existence Status. Analysis of Sexual Offenses & in developing and underdeveloped the Sex Offender nations. The course CJ 330 3 This course is designed to provide focuses on the development of the Ethics in the Criminal the student with information rational approach of western Justice System concerning sexual offenses & sex management that emerged with the All professionals in the Criminal offenders. The course content will economic system of capitalism and Justice system must be sensitive to cover legal issues, as well as the industrial revolution to the ethical issues. This course will victim and offender treatment post-industrialized nations of expose students to a broad range of issues; today. The course takes the moral argument and so give them examining issues within an student through this 200 year an opportunity to construct moral ecological framework. Current journey using George Ritzer‘s text frameworks of their own. Students controversies concerning the that examines the management will explore a variety of ethical management of sex offenders in techniques developed and issues in criminal justice such as the community will be discussed in emulated now worldwide by the 106 107 HILBERT COLLEGE McDonald Corporation and the CJ 402 3 problem-solving research project is Walt Disney Corporation. Advanced Criminological required. Prerequisites: SOC 101 and upper Theory Prerequisite: CJ 103 or permission division status This three credit (upper-division) of the department. course is intended to expose CJ/ECI 350 3 students to a full semester CJ 404 3 Law of Economic Crime examining the importance of Criminal Economic Crime Investigation theory in the development of Investigation/Criminalistics focuses on those complex crimes modern day knowledge, the history This course will develop the designed to bring financial rewards and expansion of theoretical investigative process (both to the offender. The course will perspectives in the field of criminal and non-criminal) from examine substantive and criminal justice (as well as related the scene through trial. The course procedural law affecting financial fields of study), and how theories is designed for the student to institutions, commercial businesses have been used to guide social understand the investigative and their agents and employees in policy. Students will also critically process as a part of the relation to economic and business- examine programs and other criminal justice network and also related crimes. This course will efforts aimed at reducing crime as a part of civil litigation, starting identify criminal statutes and case and delinquency that have from historical perspective up to law applicable to economic crimes, followed the ideals of various current importance of and through a study of these will theoretical perspectives studied. criminalistics as part of that give students a thorough The class will build on lower-level process. The goal of this course is knowledge of the elements courses aimed at examining crime to have the student develop an required to successfully identify, & delinquency (e.g., CJ 102 analytical understanding of the investigate and prosecute Juvenile Delinquency, CJ 204 investigative process and to economic crimes Crime and Society, CJ 302 The understand the interrelationship of Prerequisite: Upper division status Juvenile Justice System). Students the investigative process and or permission of department. completing this sequence will have criminalistics. A required course a strong concentration in Juvenile for the baccalaureate degree in CJ 400 3 delinquency. This course will also Criminal Justice and Forensic Advanced Seminar in benefit students wishing to pursue Science/Crime Scene Corrections graduate studies in the field of Investigation. This course presents a critical and criminal justice or related fields of Prerequisite: CJ 204. in-depth analysis of current sociology, psychology and social correctional issues that face our work. CJ 405 3 country today. The focus of the Prerequisite: CJ 204 and upper Advanced Seminar in semester will be in areas of division status. Criminal Justice problem analysis, problem solving, The focus of this course is to and recommendation CJ 403 3 identify the unresolved issues and presentations. The issues examined Security Administration influences that affect our criminal will include areas such as death An in-depth look at the challenges justice system in the areas of law penalty, riot, overcrowding, of planning, organizing and enforcement, courts, private A.I.D.S. in the correctional setting, managing the security function in a security and corrections. The recruitment, alternative sentencing, modern business. Special attention student participant should be able recidivism, community based is given to staffing, development to research, evaluate and propose corrections, classification, and supervision as well as potential solutions or comparative or international contractual security services, risk recommendations in these corrections, regional disparity and analysis, policy making, particular issue areas. Issues such other issues that would be relevant. budgeting, legal considerations, as use of deadly force, police This is a seminar based offering. and the sharing of goals with crackdowns, community policing, Prerequisites: CJ 200. corporate executives and private policing, educational department heads. This course will mandates, equal opportunity, form the basis for decision making research, sting operations, media apart from life experiences only. A influence, constitutional 107 108 HILBERT COLLEGE influences, victims of crime, plea CJ 412 3 current debates in the field will be bargaining, life without parole vs. Advanced Issues in Policing examined death penalty, court case overload, The police constitute the most Prerequisites: CJ/HS/PSY 316 or and other relevant issues will be highly visible and pivotal social CJ 317 focused on. The main goal of this agency involved in the course is to bring together a maintenance of order, with debates CJ 417 3 student‘s college academic and controversies about their role Violent Phenomena experiences in areas of writing, in society never far from the center While violence holds a special oral communications, research, of legal, political and public fascination to many, it is rarely statistics, and the criminal justice attention. Analyzing important understood. This course will major in a way that will help one issues in policing, interpreting examine a wide variety of violent develop one‘s investigative, empirical results and discussing phenomena from a multi communications, and problem- implications for policy and disciplinary perspective. The solving skills. A required course practice are the goals of the course. history and theoretical cause of for the baccalaureate degree. This course aims to provide an violence will be discussed, and Prerequisites: CJ 305, senior advanced knowledge of the empirical evidence will be status. structure of policing in America weighed. Among the topics to be and explore findings from research considered are categories of CJ 411 3 considering police behavior and murder, stalking, arson, rape and Police, Politics and police policies. Current trends in other forms of violent sexuality, Professionalism policing philosophies and school violence, workplace This course is designed for the strategies will be identified and violence, kidnapping, and other criminal justice major intending to their effectiveness will be debated. violent crimes. Attention will also pursue a career in public law The relationship between police be paid to injurious behaviors such enforcement management. In the and society will be stressed. as suicide and self-mutilation. United States criminal justice Prerequisite: CJ 311 or CJ 312 or Each form of violence will be system all public law enforcement CJ 411. examined from four different agencies are constitutionally under angles: causes, societal reaction, the control of elected civilian CJ/HS/PSY 416 3 criminal justice system response officials. These elected officials Advanced Issues in Family and possibility of prevention. often have little or no professional Violence Prerequisite: CJ 204, Junior expertise in law enforcement While family violence is a very old Status. matters. These officials, however, problem, as an academic discipline have the power to control law it is continually changing. This CJ 499 3 enforcement agencies in many course is designed to give students Criminal Justice ways such as appointing the the opportunity to examine the Practicum/Internship agency executive officer, process of change as they relate to This course would make available controlling the agency budget, and the theoretical, political, and an experiential situation in a in many cases setting agency practical issues associated with criminal justice setting and provide policy. Students pursuing a career family violence. Students should an opportunity for the intern to in public law enforcement possess basic knowledge about the learn from a field placement in a supervision and administration history, types and patterns of abuse police, correctional, court-related, should be familiar with the before taking this course, as well or private organization. A variety electoral process of their as an understanding of the criminal of experiences will be available jurisdiction(s), how to effectively justice system. Attention will be and guided by agency and school deal with elected officials and paid to new theoretical personnel. Reserved for students in understand the political realities developments in the field, and the Criminal Justice program. All that often underlie the political changes in the relationship prospective students are required actions of these officials. between theory and practice. The to have a conference with the Prerequisite: Upper division status relationship between family Criminal Justice Chair during the and CJ 311 or BUS 210 or violence and other forms of violent pre-registration period to make permission of the department. crime will be considered, and arrangements for appropriate
108 109 HILBERT COLLEGE placement in a criminal justice database software, students will and through a study of these will agency. apply the intelligence process to give students a thorough Prerequisites: Senior status and basic research on topics in knowledge of the elements approval of Criminal Justice economic crime investigation, required to successfully identify, Chair. criminal justice and business. The investigate and prosecute course will culminate with students economic crimes. COMPUTER SECURITY AND presenting their research on an Prerequisite: Upper division status INFORMATIONS assigned topic in both written and or permission of the department. ASSURANCE oral formats. Prerequisites: upper division ECI 355 3 ECI/ACC 313 3 status or permission of Computer Crime Financial Investigations department. The media reports terrorist attacks This course is designed to on computer centers, electronic introduce and apply financial ECI 345 3 fraud on international funds investigative techniques to the Computer and Network Security transfer networks, viruses and detection and resolution of This course will focus on the worms in software and e-mail, criminal activity. It includes an in- protection of the Confidentiality, corporate espionage on business depth discussion of financial Integrity, and Availability of networks, and crackers breaking investigative approaches, law and information. Physical security and into systems on the Internet. legal concepts guiding criminal other security management topics Computer criminals are becoming prosecutions in the United States, will be discussed as they pertain to ever more technically concepts of evidence and computer and network security. sophisticated, and it's an increasing procedure, the movement of The identification and challenge to keep up with their money through financial authentication of users and types methods. This course will focus on institutions, tracing money through of authentication will be covered. computer crimes: what they are, a business including discussions of Lectures will include the how to prevent them, and how to business organization and discussion of formal security detect, investigate and prosecute accounting systems, various models and associated access them if they do occur. Computer methods of tracing funds and controls. An emphasis will be crime laws will also be covered. interviewing techniques used in placed on network security Other topics will include evidence these investigations. technologies including: collection during a computer crime Prerequisite: 45 credit hours firewalls/packet filtering and investigation as well as the completed, intrusion detection systems, preparation and execution of a ACC 205. business continuity search warrant. Prerequisite: planning/disaster recovery and the ECI 345 ECI 333/CJ 3 importance of logs and audits will Information Security also be covered. Prerequisites: CIS ECI 360 3 This course is designed to introduce 170, CIS 270. Computer Forensics students to the development of A police officer makes a gruesome information security policies and ECI/CJ 350 3 discovery, a body is found. planning. Information systems, and Law of Economic Crime Located near the corpse is a the tools and techniques needed to Economic Crime Investigation cellular telephone, a digital camera establish, monitor and maintain focuses on those complex crimes and a computer. The officer is information security will be designed to bring financial rewards unsure on how to proceed. On the examined. to the offender. The course will other side of town, a search examine substantive and warrant of a business is being ECI 340 3 procedural law affecting financial conducted. A server and the Intelligence Research Methods institutions, commercial businesses computers networked to it are This course is designed to and their agents and employees in believed to contain the evidence of introduce students to the relation to economic and business- a crime. The detectives are trying intelligence process and its role in related crimes. This course will to decide on what to seize and how research and criminal identify criminal statutes and case to take it. investigations. Using analytic and law applicable to economic crimes, 109 110 HILBERT COLLEGE More and more crimes involve industry in particular. The history, Students also research, evaluate digital evidence that requires laws and procedures related to the and discuss noteworthy current and seizing, imaging and analysis. The insurance industry will be historical fraud cases through evidence needs to be reviewed for discussed. The various schemes written and oral presentations. possible investigative leads and for employed to perpetrate insurance Prerequisite: Accounting- possible presentation in court. frauds, and the means and methods Economic Crime Investigation This course will focus on how to of discovering and investigating track major, senior status, or properly seize, image and examine these frauds will also be examined. Computer Security and digital evidence. It will include Prerequisite: Upper division Information Assurance major, creating and verifying the status. senior status. duplicate image of digital ECI 499 3 evidence, analyzing the data to ECI 410 3 Internship locate evidence, and recovering Introduction to Cryptography This course will place a student in evidence. Prerequisite: ECI 355. In this course, the key terms, an experiential situation with an concepts and principles of agency or corporation. There are ECI 365 3 cryptography are defined and two major components: the student Investigative Software Tools explained. Application of must work a minimum of 240 Intelligence led policing and cryptographic techniques to ensure hours at the intern site and intelligence based investigative confidentiality, integrity, participate in weekly seminars. strategies are coming to the authentication, access control, and Prerequisite: Economic Crime forefront of law enforcement. non-repudiation issues will also be Investigation major, senior status, Private industry is also becoming covered. Other topics will include approval of the internship increasingly aware of the strategic the history of classical coordinator, and a minimum QPA intelligence model as it applies to cryptographic and cryptanalytic of 3.0. corporate planning, competitive techniques, modern symmetric and practices and maintaining asymmetric algorithms, Federal English corporate integrity. Information Processing Standard EN 100 (No Credit) This course is designed to (FIPS) algorithms, random and Fundamentals of English introduce students to several key pseudo-random number generators Emphasizes basic language skills software tools that are widely used and cryptographic hash functions. as a way of preparing the student and considered essential for Issues involving cryptographic for college-level writing. intelligence research and criminal application at various OSI layers in Grammar, reading comprehension, investigations. These software networking communications will spelling, and college-level writing, tools will include, but not be also be discussed. and vocabulary building are limited to, Analyst Notebook, Prerequisites: Upper division thoroughly treated for the purpose iBase, and Idea. Students will be status, MA 180 (Discrete Math) & of giving the student the given a thorough understanding of ECI 345 (Computer & Network appropriate level of skills in self- how to apply these tools in the Security) editing. In addition the formal course of the intelligence process writing assignments serve as a and /or during the course of a ECI 450 3 direct introduction to EN 101 criminal investigation. The course Senior Seminar College Writing. Please note: will culminate with students This is the capstone course for ECI Students who fail to pass EN 100 preparing a project using all the students. The primary goal of this may retake the course; however, software tools introduced during course is to integrate previous students who have failed the the course. Prerequisite: Upper learning experiences in a manner course twice will not be allowed to division status that will help students further take further English courses and develop their investigative, thus will not be able to pursue a ECI 370 3 communication and problem degree at Hilbert College. Health Care/Insurance Fraud solving skills. The course uses a The course examines the extensive problem-based methodology which EN 101 3 problem of fraud and abuse in the allows to students experience the College Writing insurance industry in general, and key aspects of investigating and Emphasizes the writing of formal in the health care insurance prosecuting an economic crime. expository and argumentative 110 111 HILBERT COLLEGE essays and provides an be important parts of the class EN 215 3 introduction to basic research discussion as well. Survey of British Literature and techniques. The study of rhetorical Prerequisite: EN 102. History principles and analysis of sample In order to understand the essays are among the methods EN 210 3 complexity and diversity of British used to assist students to write Introduction to Children’s Literature, it is necessary to clear, unified, coherent papers Literature become familiar with the context about interesting topics for specific This course will survey a wide within which the literature has audiences. In class workshops are variety of children and young adult been produced. This survey course utilized to help students acquire a literature. Students will explore is designed to give the student the greater control of methods of the various genres of children‘s necessary literary history to serve development, apt vocabulary, literature including the as a foundation for success in later mature sentence structure, and characteristics of each. Students more advanced courses in English. standard English usage. will develop an understanding of To this end, the course will cover the ways in which children‘s the major figures of British Letters EN 102 3 literature is used to develop from at least two genres. Writing in the Humanities literacy. Students will recognize Depending upon the semester, the A course designed to foster an notable authors and illustrators, course will cover the Middle Ages informed appreciation of various and will develop the ability to to Restoration Period or types of literature: drama, poetry, critically analyze children‘s Romanticism to the present. and prose fiction. Various critical literature from diverse Though the historical frame may approaches to literature are perspectives. change from semester to semester, introduced with the aim of Prerequisite: EN 102 the objectives will not change. developing the student‘s analytical This course fulfills one of the 200- and interpretive skills. Another EN 214 3 level survey requirements in aim is to develop further the Survey of American Literature English. student‘s writing abilities, with In order to understand the Prerequisites: EN 102 special emphasis on the formal complexity and diversity of critical essay. Prerequisite: EN American Literature, it is EN 216 3 101. necessary to become familiar with Literature and History: the context within which the The American Experience I EN 205 3 literature has been produced. This This interdisciplinary course will World Literature survey course is designed to give examine the major social and This course is an introduction to the student the necessary literary political forces that characterized the varied forms and traditions of history to serve as a foundation for the United States and shaped its world literature. The course will success in later more advanced literature and ideologies from the explore recurrent literary themes, courses in English. To this end, Puritan Commonwealth of the motifs, and patterns, looking for the course will cover the major 1640‘s to the sociopolitical crisis those with cultural specificity as figures of American Letters from of the Civil War. We will study well as those that travel across at least two genres. Depending on literary texts both as embodiments cultures and undergo the semester, the course will cover of as well as critiques of the transformation as they move from the period of the 1500‘s to 1865 or cultural values of their time. The century to century. The course will 1865-to the present. Though the readings will be counterbalanced study some of the fundamental historical frame may change from by historiographical texts texts of the Western literary canon, semester to semester, the analyzing the same period. This including drama, objectives will not change. This course fulfills a Core I course poetry, fiction, and philosophy in course fulfills one of the 200-level requirement. the following periods: Ancient and survey requirements in English. Prerequisite: EN 102. Classical Age, the Medieval Prerequisites: EN 102 period, and the early Renaissance. EN 217 3 Examples of African, Islamic, The Bible as Literature Chinese, Indian, and Japanese An introduction to the major literature-as well as oral forms-will themes, structures, and theologies 111 112 HILBERT COLLEGE of the Hebrew and Apostolic that course is in no way develop a supportive circle of Scriptures. This course analyzes prerequisite. Authors studied will creative writers with whom you the major stories found in the Bible include Hemingway, Hurston, feel comfortable sharing your — indicating the influences and Wright, Agee, and others both work. Prerequisite: EN 102. contributions of modern social inside and outside the sciences upon our understanding ―mainstream‖ of American EN 270 3 and appreciation of these religious literature. Students will also read Irish Literature, Culture, and works. Respecting religious various historiographical texts and Language sensibilities, this study stresses the works of literary and cultural This CORE I interdisciplinary literary significance of the Bible as criticism. Fulfills a CORE I course course will introduce the student to the revelation of the Word of God. requirement. the remarkably rich culture of Significant samplings of the Prerequisite: EN 102. Ireland through a fourfold scriptures are considered to examination of its history, its illustrate the various literary forms, EN 240 3 language, its music, and its styles, and religious motifs of this The Art of Persuasion: literature. The historical great religious writing. Fulfills a Introduction to Rhetorical examination will extend from CORE I course requirement. Strategies archeological evidence of Celtic Prerequisite: EN 102. This course is an introduction to culture to such contemporary the art of persuasive issues as the republican-unionist EN 218 3 communication based on the study conflict and Ireland‘s economic Science Fiction Literature and application of rhetorical surge as the ―Celtic Tiger.‖ Studying both literature and film theory. This course will examine Students will learn the this interdisciplinary CORE I rhetoric from an historical fundamentals of the Irish language, course will trace some of the perspective and explore the uses of learning to speak some of its basic significant formulistic and rhetoric in mass media and words and phrases. Students will sociological currents in science contemporary culture. This course learn what is meant by fiction. Emphasis will be placed on is designed to enhance the ―traditional‖ Irish music and its an understanding of science fiction student‘s ability to apply rhetorical impact on contemporary world as a historical phenomenon which principles to various forms of music. The examination of responds to another historical writing and speaking. This course Ireland‘s rich literary tradition will phenomenon, the rise of is designed to help students extend from pre-English Irish technology. The course will improve their writing skills and poetry through the works of Yeats, consider such authors as H. G. would be beneficial to students in Joyce, and Beckett to modern Irish Wells, Michael Crichton, Isaac all majors. Prerequisite: EN 102 writers such as Patrick McCabe. Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, and such filmmakers as Fritz Lang and EN/CS 250 3 EN 275 3 Ridley Scott. This course fulfills a Creative Writing 1 Representations of the Holocaust CORE I requirement. The major purpose of this course is This course will examine various Prerequisite: EN 102. to help you improve your creative representations of the Holocaust writing skills. A secondary and the artistic, ethical, and EN 219 3 objective will be to provide you historical issues raised by those Literature and History: with greater technical control over representations: How does one The American Experience II your work and also help you write about an event that has been Focusing on the twentieth century, develop your critical reading described as being beyond this interdisciplinary CORE I skills. By the end of the semester, language? What role does/should course involves a rigorous I hope that you will have aesthetics play in looking at these examination of literature as both developed a keen, critical eye. representations? Who has the commentary upon Furthermore, I hope that you will ―right‖ to speak for the victims? and the product of history, and a begin to gain a sense of your own How are issues of truth and consideration of history as a matter personal ―voice‖ and a greater creativity reconciled? Literature, of representation and awareness of the subjects and art, and film will be used to interpretation. Though this is a styles that interest you the most. explore the event from a variety of chronological sequel to EN 216, Finally, I hope you have fun and points of view, including that of 112 113 HILBERT COLLEGE victims, survivors, perpetrators, EN 302 3 EN 304 3 second generation artists, and Renaissance Literature Shakespeare II: Tragedies and those with no direct connection to This course critically examines Romances the Holocaust. In addition, the English Renaissance literary texts This course focuses on ―commercialization‖ of the (poetry, prose, drama), including Shakespeare‘s tragedies (mainly Holocaust and the ethical Continental selections. Writers from 1600 onward) and romances. implications of that such as Shakespeare, Sidney, The plays will be studied in the commercialization will also be Spenser, Marlowe, Donne, Jonson, context of their classical and native examined. and Milton will be considered. inheritance; the rise of theaters; Textual discussion is set against stage conditions and theatrical EN/TH 301 3 the sociohistoric background of the companies; the London life of The Theatrical Revolution: period: the invention of the Elizabethan and Jacobean theater- Perspectives on Modern and printing press; the rise of poets; and the social, political, and Contemporary Dramatic humanistic learning; the religion religious constraints encountered Literature and politics of the dominant by 16th- and 17th century English The last 150 years has been an era culture; courtly patronage and dramatists. The dramas will be of stunning theatrical literary self-fashioning; the examined as literary and enacted developments, both in the dramatic movement from a Ptolemaic to a texts, with consideration of text and in the ways in which those Copernican world view; and the provenance, publication, and texts were performed. These impact of the New World‘s performance; generic categories of developments were reactions to a discovery. tragedy and romance; dramatic period steeped in both wide- Prerequisite: EN 102, upper design and thematic patterns; reaching intellectual achievements division status. character role analysis; and and in horrific human atrocities. Shakespeare‘s power of How does artistic expression in EN 303 3 development in the plays of his general, and theatrical performance Shakespeare I: The Historical mature years. specifically, react and evolve in the Plays and Comedies Prerequisite: EN 102. wake of that (and our own) The course is designed to tumultuous era? Students who introduce the student to the EN 305 3 successfully complete this course psychological insight, wit, and Restoration and 18th-Century will be able to trace the linguistic richness of Literature development of modern and Shakespeare‘s history plays and This course studies English postmodern drama, with a strong comedies. The student will literature (poetry, prose, drama) emphasis on the American and examine the history plays in from the Restoration (1660-1700) European artistic traditions. relation to the Tudor conception of to the later eighteenth century, Through the reading of primary history, to the Elizabethan including such writers as Dryden, dramatic texts and the screening of conception of monarchical rights Swift, Pope, Johnson, Addison, specific productions of those texts and obligations, and to and Steele. Critical topics include (both from live performance and Shakespeare‘s subordination of the return to monarchy; the the cinema), the class will be asked factuality to thematic clarity. The resurgence of the theater tradition; to critically engage with the student will also study the the Battle of the Books; the rise of themes, techniques and socio- comedies, examining journalism and the satiric temper; historical contexts of each work. Shakespeare‘s adaptations of the literary patronage of London The class will also engage with the Greco-Roman comedies and and Grub Street; the material through class discussions seasonal myths, and exploring the development of political parties and their own academic writings ways that the comedies mark out a (Tories, Whigs) in relation to class on specific figures and topics. path to happiness and joyously interests; the country-house and Prerequisites: ENG 101, Upper reaffirm life. garden as rural retreat; the level status Prerequisite: EN 102. ascendancy of natural theology and its Deistic expression; the refinement of prose style and poetic meter/diction; the influence of classical and foreign literary 113 114 HILBERT COLLEGE genres and traditions; and the Prerequisite: EN 102. selected from the following developing interest in Gothic cultures: Roman, Greek, Sumerian, entertainments and the aesthetic of EN 313 3 Norse, Anglo-Saxon, Celtic, the primitive and picturesque as The Novel Middle Eastern, Indian, Egyptian, incipient Romanticism. The novel is one of the most and other African sources. Prerequisite: Upper division important genres in literature Prerequisite: EN 102. status. today. Its rise linked to the growth of the middle class and the shift EN 325 3 EN 309 3 from agrarian to industrial American Autobiography Self and Society in Literature societies, and therefore, the This course is a survey of This course is designed to analyze development of the novel parallels American history through the major literary works within the major theoretical, atheistic and literary form of autobiography. context of their cultural social changes in Europe and the Autobiography has told American parameters. The course will United States. Understanding the history through personal histories, establish the cultural values novel and its place in literary bearing witness to the growth of operant in each work and then history is extremely important for the colonies, the founding of examine the dialogue each work students of literature. This course America, and the defining of carries on with its culture‘s social will trace the development of the political issues and events such as institutions, conventions, and novel from the 18th to the 20th the Civil War, the Frontier, major cultural symbols. The intent century. In order to gain a Immigration, Industrialization, and of the course is a rigorous synoptic view of the growth of the most recently, multicultural examination of how literature often novel as an art form, students will experience. The form has been provides a meaningful bridge read a selection of novels from the available to otherwise between the imagination and the following list of authors: Defoe, marginalized voices such as those world of factuality and is often an Richardson, Austen, Hardy, of women, slaves, immigrants, outgrowth of and response to the Stendhal, Dickens, Balzac, prisoners and even the ―insane,‖ historical and social context in Wharton, Bronte, Melville, and thus may tell the history of which the work was created. Hawthorne, James, Twain, America more broadly than history Prerequisites: EN 102, 45 credit Hemingway, Joyce, Woolf, books. hours and successful completion of Faulkner, etc.. In addition, students Prerequisite: Upper division CORE I course. Fulfills a CORE II will read critical work on literary status. curriculum requirement. history and theory. Prerequisites: at least one two-hundred level EN 327 3 EN 311 3 literature course. Multi-Ethnic Literature of the The American Novel After Americas World War II EN 315 3 In the past fifty years or so, there The course is designed to Mythology has been an explosion of literature familiarize students with the This course will survey the broad written by members of ethnic recurrent themes and stylistic category of World Mythology, groups in the United States. In this strategies of American novelists covering the basic thematic literature there is quite often an from WWII to the present. The categories (creation, fertility, other emphasis on storytelling. From course also provides the student world, hero, etc.) in order to spirituals sung by slaves to cuentos with an overview of the structural examine the ways myths of the told by Hispanic-Americans to possibilities and epistemological world reveal cultural similarities ceremonies performed by Native parameters of the novel as a and differences. We will also Americans, the tradition of literary genre. Novels selected for examine how myths reveal certain storytelling has played an the course are representative of ontological and important role in ethnic literature significant developments in the epistemological problems and and continues to do so to this day, American novel‘s evolution or solutions. Finally, we will trace the even though the form has changed novels which through their ways in which these ancient stories from the oral to the written. In this innovations have broadened the are transcribed and retold within course, students will read a variety range of novelistic techniques current literature, philosophy, and of multi-ethnic literatures in an available to American writers. psychology. Readings will be attempt to define the relationship 114 115 HILBERT COLLEGE between the process of telling a cultural influences. The late twentieth century. The course will story and ethnic identity. The nineteenth and early twentieth survey the major developments of ultimate goal of this course is for century was a time of great the genre, focusing on the students to gain an understanding upheaval in America: the effects of changing relationship between self, of the great diversity of American the Civil War, the Industrial expression, and lyric form in Literature and the social and Revolution, increasing different literary-historical periods, political forces that have helped to immigration, and continued including the ancient world, the create that diversity. westward expansion forced world of the Provencal Prerequisite: EN 102, and Americans to reconsider what Troubadours, the Middle Ages, the successful completion of 45 credit exactly was meant by "America." Renaissance, the Romantic, hours. Whereas earlier Americans were Victorian, Modern, and influenced by the optimism and Contemporary periods. In addition, EN 328 3 prosperity of Revolutionary War we will pay attention to Defining America through America, the Civil War and its innovations and debates in poetic Literature and Art aftermath forced Americans to theory that accompany and Since the Pilgrims landed at reconsider their position in the elaborate the changes in poetic Plymouth Rock, America has been world and question the amount of production. Lastly, tracing the both an ideal to strive for as well control an individual had over evolution of the lyric impulse, we as an actuality replete with virtues his/her destiny. This will also examine the changing and flaws. Each generation has reconsideration was reflected in nature of the impulse as it relates had to negotiate between these two the art and literature of the time, to the specific musical traditions of extremes of idealism and which was characterized by a each historical period. pragmatism in its effort to redefine rejection of romanticism, an Prerequisite: Upper division America in terms meaningful to interest in scientific method, and status. that generation. The focus of the increasing attention paid to race, course will be on a spectrum of class, and gender in works by EN 332 3 major literary and pictorial artists authors such as Mark Twain, Edith Detective Fiction: representing four generations of Wharton, Upton Sinclair, and Edgar Allan Poe‘s story ―The Americans. Through lectures on Theodore Dreiser, among others. Murders in the Rue Morgue‖ the philosophic and social In addition, the photography of marked the genesis of formal background of each work, the Matthew Brady and painting of detective fiction. What influenced student will develop a more Thomas Eakins and the Ashcan Poe? How did the field move from sophisticated understanding of the School were also representative of Poe‘s consulting detective to CSI: dialogue between artists and the shift from romanticism to Miami? That‘s what this course is society. These collective studies realism. The course will also about. The course focuses on the will explore the convergence and discuss the differences between evolution of the detective fiction divergence of various American realism and naturalism, which, genre from its pre-cursors through artists‘ visions of America. This while related, offer differing views the current fascination with police course fulfills a CORE II course of the individual and society and procedurals. Topics include: the requirement make use of different literary British tradition with Sherlock Prerequisite: EN 102 and techniques. Holmes and Agatha Christie versus successful completion of a CORE I Prerequisite: Successful the American tradition of Sam course completion of CORE I. Fulfills a Spade and Philip Marlowe; the CORE II curriculum requirement. amateur detective, the private EN 329 3 investigator, and the police Muckrakers and Moneymakers: EN 330 3 detective/force; the hardboiled American Literature in the The Lyric: From the story versus the cozy detective Gilded Age/CORE II Performance of Self to the story; the courtroom drama, the This course will focus on Performance Itself locked room mystery, the inverted American Realism and Naturalism This course will trace the mystery; and the vocabulary and in literature and art, as well as development of the lyric from its conventions of the genre. The examine the interaction between early emergence with epic and texts sampled in the course will be artistic production and social/ drama to its transformation in the looked at in their historical, social, 115 116 HILBERT COLLEGE and cultural contexts. A small makes this a uniquely American EN 341 3 selection of films and television genre and then move on to Advanced Writing episodes are likely to complement examining other texts and films Advanced writing will instruct the readings. Prerequisite: EN 102 that complicate, support, or re- students in advanced define the images of the West compositional elements. The EN 333 3 presented in the Western. course is designed to prepare the The Literature of Horror student for the expectations of the This course will explore the EN 335 3 professional world with regard to themes of horror and the grotesque Modern American Poetry: Four writing styles, language, tone and inherent in the horror genre by Movements voice. Not specifically application examining some of the seminal Modern American Poetry: Four driven, course content will focus texts of horror fiction (Mary Movements will focus on a wide on the following areas: basic and Shelley‘s Frankenstein, Bram spectrum of major American poets more advanced rules of grammar Stoker‘s Dracula, and short stories of the 20th century and their and punctuation, advanced by such writers as Poe and corresponding philosophical and argumentative and persuasive Dinesen). The course will trace the aesthete movements that are structures. The course seeks to be ways in which symbolic and uniquely American. holistic in scope, by focusing on thematic elements have been re- We shall examine four major transferable skills and material, inscribed in later works of fiction poetic movements and devote rather than on a series of formal and film. The course will explore approximately three weeks of in- outlines for reports. Students will the manner in which these texts class time to each movement. complete assignments that focus reveal cultural themes, values and These movements will include-but upon building competence in the ideologies. may not be limited to: poets of the production of writing within a Prerequisite: EN 102. Confessional period, the Harlem professional standard. Some Renaissance, the Beat period, and assignments will cover the EN 334 3 the New York School. following areas: writing effective Images and Icons of the Prerequisites: EN 102 and personal statements, writing American West successful completion of 45 credit effective proposals, essay From Billy the Kid to Wyatt Earp, hours polishing, dictions, tone and voice ―cowboys‖ to ―Indians,‖ John as persuasive tools. Prerequisites: Wayne to Clint Eastwood, EN 340 3 EN 101 and EN 102 virtually everyone is familiar with Professional and some of the almost mythological Technical Writing EN 345 3 images associated with the West This course emphasizes the skillful The City in Literature and the ―American‖ story of the writing of expository and Cities have existed as sites of pioneer, the cowboy, the lawman, persuasive job-related human culture for the thousands of and the wild, wild, west. Many of communications within a variety years they have been in existence. these stories, as presented in of professional contexts: from They mark fundamental changes in literature and film, however, researched technical reports and human life (nomadic to static, reduce a very complex set of written business communications agrarian to industrial, etc.). As a circumstances and characters to a to legal reports and professional result, they have become symbolic simple allegory of good versus journal articles. The course of both decadence and decline and bad. This course will attempt to provides the student with advanced modernity and education. Seen as restore some of that complexity by research skills, greater mastery of centers of commerce, politics and examining not only the iconic and the principles needed to develop an products of all types, they have mythic stories of the west, but also organized, concise, lucid writing been described, transcribed, and those stories that have frequently style as well as with a more inscribed into many artistic, been left out: the stories of women, sophisticated comprehension of the philosophic, and literary works. Native Americans, Chinese rhetorical principles and This course will examine the immigrants, African Americans, mechanics of professional writing. image of the city in the literature and environmentalists. We will Prerequisite: Upper division of the nineteenth and twentieth begin by looking at the genre of status. centuries. Though primarily the Western and discussing what concerned with literature, the 116 117 HILBERT COLLEGE course will also look at the city in analysis of many performances, Please note that although the class film, philosophy, and criticism. both live and on video. will be taught in the summer, it Prerequisites: EN 102, 45 credit will be listed as a fall course. This hours, and successful completion EN 375 3 is to allow students to register for of CORE I course. Fulfills a CORE From London to Dublin: The this class in addition to their II curriculum requirement. Importance of Place in British regular fall class load. As long as and Irish Literature they do not exceed 18 credit hours, EN 360 3 In many works by authors from they will not incur additional Film and Literature Great Britain and Ireland, place tuition costs for this class. In this A study of the relationship plays an extremely important role, way, full-time students will pay for between literature and film, the becoming almost another character the trip but not additional tuition course carefully studies the in the texts. Whether it is Dickens‘ for the class. Prerequisite: progress of film adaptation and the London, Hardy‘s ―Wessex,‖ permission of department attendant concerns of metaphor, Joyce‘s Dublin, or Wordsworth‘s EN 388 3 symbol, and characterization as Lake District, the evocation of Women and Literature they apply to prose fiction and setting plays a pivotal role in This course is designed to film. The student is encouraged to helping to define and determine introduce students to literature critically assess film adaptations of the characters and circumstances in written by women. The course will the fictional works of such authors the literature. This course will focus on the generic forms of the as Joseph Conrad, John Updike, focus on the significance of place novel and the short story during James M. Cain, Vladimir in works by several British and the periods of the nineteenth and Nabokov, Judith Guest, Franz Irish authors, examining both rural twentieth centuries. The syllabus Kafka and others. The course also and urban settings as well as social will include texts written within deals with the status of the director factors that contribute to the ―sense the English and American and screenwriter as the film of place‖ created in the texts. traditions but will also incorporate medium‘s expositors and This class, which will be taught in texts written by African-American, interpreters of the literary canon. the summer mini-mester, will Latin American, and Native Prerequisite: EN 102. consist of two components. The American women writers. The first will be a typical classroom course will also serve as an EN/TH 367 3 environment, in which the students introduction to some of the major Contemporary Theater will read selected literature and thrusts within Feminist literary From the glamour of Broadway engage in discussion about it. criticism and theory. and West End productions of The Because the emphasis of the Prerequisite: EN 102, and Producers and Rent, to gritty course is place, the readings will successful completion of 45 credit protest dramas and the avant-garde be arranged in a geographical hours. contemporary theatre is a vibrant rather than chronological order, and amazingly diverse art form. beginning with literature from EN 400 3 This class will examine an Great Britain and then moving to Chaucer and Medieval overview of the dramatic literature literature from Ireland. Literature of the last 30 years, with an The second component of the class Beginning with several examples emphasis on the 21st Century. In will be a trip of approximately 14 of Old English literature, this so doing, students will be days to Great Britain and Ireland. course examines medieval English discussing a wide range of related During the trip, students will be literature (e.g., lyric, allegory, issues, including the varying working on assignments that allow drama) from the 12th to 15th production styles and techniques them to make connections between centuries, with a primary involved with each script and the the literature read in class and the emphasis on Chaucer‘s texts, broader cultural and social places they are visiting. The trip is reinforced by several Continental framework that makes these works a required component of the selections by writers like Petrarch possible. As with any class that course. Students who cannot and Dante. Critical viewpoints deals with the dramatic arts, our participate in the trip should not include the transition from the discussions of these plays will be register for the course. Students heroic age to the period of the framed by the viewing and are responsible for the expense of emerging nation-state; the image the trip. of the monolithic Church vs. the 117 118 HILBERT COLLEGE carnivalesque in the holidays and Modern Period with special EN 440 3 trappings of everyday life; the emphasis of the relationship of Major Literary Figure contested patterns in literature and literature to the social, political, Rather than focusing upon a life of chivalry and courtly love intellectual, and cultural synoptic view of a period, genre, conventions; the rise of towns in background of the age. The course or theme, this course is designed to the economic movement from examines the period as one of great introduce the student to the oeuvre feudalism to early capitalism; the transformation in which the of one major literary figure. A development of European inheritance of the Romantic period comprehensive study that universities from a tradition of collides with a nascent modernity, examines a majority of the major monastic learning; the nature of releasing both progressive and works of one author allows for a sign, symbol, and book in reactionary forces. Our emphasis deeper understanding of that medieval scriptoria; and the will be on how this collision author within complex emergence of vernacular reconfigures the Victorian developmental, aesthetic, and literatures. imagination and finds expression artistic perspectives. Fundamental Prerequisite: EN 102, upper in its literary and artistic to these perspectives will be the division status. productions. We will read widely introduction of extensive relevant in the period touching on its major historical, biographical, and/or EN 418 3 movements and trends as well as critical material. In order to present Romanticism its major figures. a diversity of genres, periods, and This interdisciplinary course will Prerequisites: EN 102 and upper national literatures, the subject of focus on the Romantic period. division status. this course will be rotated. Between 1770 and 1848, Europe Prerequisite: EN 102, upper and the United States of America EN 435 3 division status. witnessed major upheavals in Twentieth Century Poetry politics, literature, philosophy, and While this course will include EN 445 3 the arts. Since all of these changes historical analysis of representative Senior Seminar: Special Topics were interconnected, in order to texts, its primary concern will be in Literature understand the scope and meaning to examine the interrelationship The Senior Seminar is the capstone of these changes in literature, it is between the artistic influence that experience required of all senior- necessary to look at the other poets exert upon one another and level majors in English. It serves disciplines as well. In addition, the the poetic revolutions that mark as a transitional course for students thrust of the Romantic period– a the twentieth century. We will in that it will prepare students for return to the self, to nature, and to begin by studying three key poets the rigors of a graduate program or the imagination–is most clearly from the late nineteenth century professional employment. To this framed in relation to the and track the profound influence end, it is designed to mirror a Enlightenment against which it they had on modern poetic thought graduate seminar. It is a highly rebelled. With these two and technique. As we do this, we interactive, advanced seminar on a perspectives in mind, then, this will consider many of the major special topic—which will be course though first and foremost a movements of modern poetry varied from semester to semester literature course will have an including: Symbolist, Imagist, —in the discipline, in which the interdisciplinary flavor. It is Confessional, Beat, New York, focus will be on advanced writing designed in three parts: Philosophy and Language poetry. Along with and research skills. The course will and Politics, Literature, and Art examining these movements, we be structured to maximize student and Music. will consider a variety of critical participation: students will be Prerequisites: EN 102, 45 credit approaches as well as the required to present their own work hours, and successful completion philosophical and perceptual issues and to lead seminar discussions. of CORE I course. Fulfills a CORE that characterize modern poetry. Prerequisite: Senior status in the II curriculum requirement. This course will cover European English Department or permission and American poetry. of the Department. EN 419 3 Prerequisites: EN 102, Upper Victorian Literature division status. This course explores the literature of the Victorian and Dearly 118 119 HILBERT COLLEGE EN 450 3 emerged, their impacts, and their Prerequisites: Senior status in Introduction to Critical Theory legacies. English Department, permission of This course is designed for the Prerequisites: Junior Status, and Thesis Director. upper level English major who successful completion of CORE I intends to continue on to graduate course. Fulfills a CORE II FORENSIC SCIENCE/CRIME school in English, Creative curriculum requirement. SCENE INVESTIGATION Writing or Humanities. In order to prepare EN 489 3 FS 101 3 students for the types of Internship Introduction to Forensic discussions pertinent within the This course provides the English Science discipline of English, this course major with an experiential This course is designed to will introduce them to some of the situation in a professional setting familiarize students with the basic seminal figures within literary related to the student‘s area of concepts of forensic science, the theory: Freud Saussure, Levi- specialization. A variety of specific career fields which are Strauss, Marx, Foucault, Lacan, experiences are available and will available and the requirements for Derrida, Barthes, Irigaray, be guided by the professional each specialty. It will also clarify Kristeva, and others. The trajectory agency in concert with the the duties and responsibilities of of this course will be to internship director. All students numerous careers within the field present this material with interested in an internship must of forensic science. Additionally, particular attention to the dialogues obtain the approval of the the course will present topics that have occurred over the course Department Chair during the relevant to various types of of the last fifty years related to the semester prior to the internship. evidence, which will include the issues of meaning, value and Prerequisites: Upper division proper procedures, methods and subjectivity. This course is status, approval by Chair. techniques for the collection and intensive in nature and is designed preservation of crime scene for a student in the last EN 490 3 evidence as well as the subsequent stages of the undergraduate career. Honors Senior Thesis value to the forensic scientist. The Prerequisite: Senior status in The Honors Thesis is designed for course will provide a realistic English Department. English majors with no less than a overview of the processes involved 3.7 grade point average in their in an investigation from its EN 463 3 English courses only who are inception to the final adjudication Literature, Art and Revolution planning to attend graduate school. in court. Finally, the legal The 20th Century may have come Further, this project will allow a considerations regarding forensic to a close but the art, politics, student to show a prospective evidence will be discussed, economics, and philosophy of this advanced degree program a including standards for the chain period continue to provoke capacity to plan and implement of custody and the evidentiary questions and debates. Many sustained independent scholarship. rules of Frey and Daubert. profound changes occurred in the Given the purpose of this program world during these years, and these and the Honors title, the deadline FS 300 3 changes provoked questions: and guidelines will be strictly Introduction to Forensic Questions about the role of art in enforced. Three ranges of grades Photography/Imagery & society; Questions about literature, will be available: Honors, High Computer Crime language, and identity; Questions Honors and Highest Honors; these Investigation about the role of art and politics; terms will correspond to the grades This course is designed in two even questions about the lines of of B+, A-, and A respectively. segments that will provide students distinction between the areas of Failure to meet deadlines, or poor with the current information and politics, art, literature and quality of work (lower than a B+), technical competency to philosophy came to be tested and will result in a default of honors successfully perform the basic questioned. This course will look status to a simple Independent requirements of crime scene at some of the major movements of Study. In this way there will be no photography. It will also prepare 20th Century in art, literature, credit loss to the student who the students for more advanced politics and philosophy in order to completes the project. learning in the FS 400 Crime trace the way in which they Scene Photography course. 119 120 HILBERT COLLEGE Additionally, it will present used in many ways to help solve development and the use of students with the skills and crimes. The student must know alternate light sources. methodologies used in dealing proper crime photographic Additionally, the course will with suspected criminal activity in techniques in order to document supply students with the necessary the areas of digital evidence the circumstances surrounding the fundamentals to pursue advanced recognition, preservation and case. This is a technical course courses in forensic sciences. lawful seizure. Prerequisites: FS designed to provide a Prerequisites: FS 101 and 6 hours 101 & 30 credit hours completed. comprehensive program which of Forensic Science courses illustrates all of the important FS 318 3 facets of photography. Since FS 402 3 Special Topics in Forensic witness statements, evidence Trace Evidence/Arson-Firearms/ Science I identification and crime scene Impression Evidence This upper division criminal reconstruction may hinge upon This course is composed of 3 justice course is designed to proper photographic images, it is individual forensic science provide students with forensic imperative to be knowledgeable of segments. (A) Trace Evidence science education in areas such as every aspect of crime scene will consider fibers, glass, human pathology, traumatic death, photography. This course will hair, soil and paint and their proper toxicology, odontology, guide the student through the collection and preservation for anthropology, taphonomy, while evolution of photography from its analysis. (B) Arson-Firearms incorporating these disciplines roots to the sophisticated computer will deal with types of fire, their with investigative technique and imaging techniques used in law chemistry, causes and relationship collection of crime scene evidence. enforcement today. A thorough to point of origin. The firearms Prerequisites: FS 101 and 30 and comprehensive look at the section will address modern Credit Hours Completed field of photography/imaging and firearms, ammunition and its relevance to the criminal justice laboratory examination of ballistic FS 319 3 system will be presented. The evidence. (C) Impression Special Topics in Forensic student will be exposed to class Evidence will focus on footprints, Science II work, group discussions, and tire tracks and tool marks and a This upper division criminal ―hands on‖ practical experience variety of casting methods and justice course is designed as a with procedures used in the field materials. continuation of special topics in today. Prerequisites: FS 101 and 6 hours Forensic Science (CJ 318). The Prerequisites: FS 101, FS 300 and of Forensic Science courses course curriculum will focus in the 3 hours of Forensic Science areas of analysis of blood serology, Courses. FS 403 3 identification of biological fluids Bloodstain Pattern and stains, techniques of DNA FS 401 3 Analysis/Crash Management/ analysis, forensic footwear Fingerprint Evidence Report Writing evidence, questioned documents, This course is designed to This course is composed of 3 basic fire and explosion familiarize students with the individual forensic science investigations, forensic visualization, detection, segments. (A) Bloodstain Pattern psychology, forensic psychiatry, development and recording of Analysis will focus on three serial offenders: linking cases by fingerprint impressions. It will primary areas of physics, namely, modus operandi and signature, concentrate on the use of Ballistics, trigonometry and fluid criminal personality profiling and fingerprints for personal dynamics to provide an legal issues of forensic DNA. identification, as well as their use understanding of the behavior of Prerequisites: FS 101 and 30 in criminal investigations, within blood at a crime scene. (B) Crash credit hours completed our contemporary society. The Management will consist of an in- course will provide students with depth examination of the accepted FS 400 3 the opportunity to gain hands-on measurement, calculation and Photography/Imagery experience with a variety of documentation procedures for Forensic photography is an accepted methods and techniques motor vehicle accidents. (C) essential aspect of crime scene for processing latent fingerprints, Report Writing will present the investigation. Photographs are including dusting, chemical proper techniques for correctly 120 121 HILBERT COLLEGE recording forensic evidence at a science investigations. The different styles of leadership. The crime scene and in a police report exposure afforded the student course will examine for use with a court brief. through an internship will prove what makes people leaders with an Prerequisites: FS 101 and 6 hours invaluable in assisting them in emphasis on skill development. of Forensic Science courses. making plans for the next step in Contemporary issues will be their careers. The overall discussed as part of leadership FS 405 3 internship experience will analysis. Interactive sessions will Advanced Seminar in also assist the student in their quest allow students to become Forensic Science to network with future colleagues acquainted with their peers‘ This course is designed who can assist them in job leadership skills while developing specifically to enhance the acquisition. Prerequisites: Senior their own skills. In addition, this student‘s knowledge and ability to Status, 18 hours upper level course will examine literature locate, identify, document, and forensic science courses and surrounding the study of leadership properly preserve and collect approval from instructor and apply the principles to current forensic evidence. Using an events and situations, in order to individual ―hands on‖ GENERAL STUDIES understand the origins, challenges, methodology, the course will and pitfalls of leadership. provide students with the GS 101 3 Historical references will help to opportunity to search mock crime Foundations Seminar illuminate current leadership scenes and process various types A discussion-intensive seminar trends and practices. Some of potential evidence, including format introduces students to the consideration will be devoted to latent fingerprints, hair, fibers, depth of thinking required in a political systems, group process, footprints and artificial college environment. The course and organizational behavior. GS bloodstains. Proper documentation will incorporate academic reading 160 serves as an unrestricted will be stressed and will and writing to encourage students elective. incorporate note taking, sketching to learn critical thinking skills as and crime scene photography. The well as to explore issues that are GS 170/370 3 course will provide a realistic important to their goals and Introduction to Student overview of the processes involved objectives: academic success, Activities Programming: in an investigation, from its educational and career planning, Theory and Application 3 inception to the final adjudication and the value of an education. This course focuses on student in court. Additionally, the legal Oral, written, and small group activities programming, considerations regarding forensic assignments boost students‘ self- emphasizing the importance of evidence will be discussed, confidence and help them become extracurricular participation and including standards for the chain college-level communicators of how such programming enhances of custody and the legal their ideas. The course is designed classroom learning. Course study ramifications of search warrants to convey the excitement and will support academic interests, and the 4th Amendment. possibilities of the learning while modeling student life goals. Ultimately, the course goal is to experience at Hilbert College. Students will be introduced to the merge the student‘s academic Personalized interaction with multiple functions of student knowledge with their practical faculty, staff, and peers will help activities and college union offices experiences in a manner that will students understand the in higher education, and given an develop their problem solving responsibilities and rewards that overview of the student affairs abilities and their analytical and are part of a university education. field. Student development critical thinking skills. theories are examined to identify Prerequisites: FS 101, FS 400, FS GS 160 3 and validate a range of 401, FS 402, & FS 403 Introduction to Leadership academically supported and The course will examine why student-related goals; e.g., FS 499 3 contemporary society needs multiculturalism, community Forensic Science Internship leaders and what the term building, wellness life-styles, This course will help forensic ―leadership‖ means. Historical contemporary issues, social students get a flavor for the inner perceptions of leadership will be interaction, and spirituality. workings of a career in forensic reviewed as well as an analysis of Through these theories students 121 122 HILBERT COLLEGE will be able to show how targeted GS 300 3 have undergone female student programming initiatives, Service Learning Abroad circumcision. Work there might through particular campus This course would combine in- involve teaching business skills, activities and events, can be class instruction with an nutrition, helping with repairs to generated to reach these student experiential service learning buildings, etc. None of this work affairs goals. The course will component. Although the requires special training on the enable students to implement and destination may change, whenever part of the students. While on the evaluate actual programs through the course was taught it would trip, students would complete membership in student clubs and focus on the following: history, assignments designed to allow for organizations. The College will be literature, geography, culture, and reflection on the experiences. used as a model for peer program economics of the place to which There would also be a class development with a focus on students will be traveling; an meeting or two after the trip, to learning. The course provides an introduction to the ideas of service allow for further reflection and overview of program assessment, learning/leadership; and discussion evaluation of the experience. planning, implementation, and of service learning as it relates to Because of the expense associated outcomes evaluation, and a review the mission of the college. This with the trip, administration has of related programs on other proposal, then, serves as a sort of agreed to allow students to take campuses. Students enrolled in GS shell for the course, with the the class during the summer but 370 will go beyond programming specific destination changing but have it show up on their fall through organizations to actually the general outline for the course schedules. Basically, this means creating their own programs remaining the same. that although they will be individually. They will also be For its initial offering, students responsible for the cost of the trip, introduced to theories in advising will travel to Kenya. Ideally, this they will not have to pay tuition undergraduate student course will be offered during the for the class, as long as they don‘t organizations. first summer semester. Students exceed 18 credit hours in the fall. Prerequisite: EN 101 will spend approximately a week in class learning about Kenya, its GS 460 3 GS 180 3 culture, history, current issues Leadership Applications Health and Physical Fitness affecting it, etc. Particular This course combines theory and A specialized fitness course for attention will be paid to the practical application to focus on students that will emphasize a impact of HIV/AID on the the development, implementation, healthy lifestyle and its direct country and the role of women in and assessment of effective application to career success. Kenya. Also, service learning, leadership strategies and on ways Specific inst ruction will cover leadership, and the to recognize and overcome barriers health-related topics, such as psychological/emotional issues in to organizational change. Given nutrition, stress management, and volunteering will be addressed. GS160‘s overview of leadership physical fitness. The course will Following that, students will theory, GS460 requires students to allow students to self-evaluate travel to Kenya and participate in develop an in-depth understanding their lifestyle and develop an two different service learning of theories and to draw upon an individual exercise program. projects—one week would be existing understanding of history, Because many students in spent volunteering at an political systems, and interpersonal particular lines of work are orphanage, where many of the communication to affect change in required to pass medical and children have lost their parents to modern political and business physical tests, this course is AIDS. Work there might involve environments. The course will be especially useful for students teaching, tutoring, helping to conducted in seminar format for whose field of employment prepare meals, creating after- in-depth discussion supported by demands high levels of fitness and school activities for the children, leadership theory research, in health. The course also serves etc. The second week would addition to presentations, case students generally, as its main involve working with women studies, and experiential focus is on health issues in a from the Masai Mara tribe. applications. broad-based approach. This course Because of cultural traditions, Prerequisites: GS 160 and upper- counts as an all-college elective many of these women have not division status only (not a Liberal Arts elective). received formal training and some 122 123 HILBERT COLLEGE GEOGRAPHY diplomatic history of the United HI/PS 210 3 States in the twentieth century. Political Thought and History in GEO/HI/PS 288 3 Emphasis will be on those areas Modern Europe World History and Geography I marked by changes that have and This is an interdisciplinary course This is a survey course of global still do influence our lives today, that examines the philosophical geography and human history. i.e., social and cultural values, the roots, historical content and Emphasis is placed on: a) gaining a role of the presidency, partisan cultural manifestations of major basic knowledge of the critical politics, America‘s world position, political movements which events in world history, b) gaining race and gender relations, and the dominated modern European a basic knowledge of political and American reform impulse. In history. The course seeks to physical geography and the ways studying these areas, we will highlight major in which they are both cause and examine not only the chronological political/philosophical trends to effect of history, and c) unfolding of events, but also the better student understanding of understanding the events at a differing interpretations of them as how a civilization evolves, global level, that is, being able to presented by historians. providing a conceptual framework identify events as taking place in within which to comprehend the same periods even though they HI/CJ 207 3 Western Civilization in particular, happened in different regions. Crime and Punishment in and to help them better understand This course is half of a two- America the contemporary world and the semester series. Although ideally This interdisciplinary course cultural heritage of Europe. students will take both courses, examines crime and punishment Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore each may stand alone and can be within its social and cultural status. taken in any order. context. Students examine how society has defined crime and what HI 212 3 GEO/HI/PS 289 3 punishments have been exacted Photographing American World History and Geography II during four distinct periods of History This course represents part II of American history from the colonial This course uses 19th and 20th the World History and Geography to the present. Topics such as century photographs to illustrate series. Although ideally students social control, crime and news and interpret American history, will take both courses, each may media, and crime in popular raising questions about the use of stand alone and can be taken in culture are interwoven throughout. images in constructing and any order. Prerequisite: EN 102 promoting individual and national identities. Collections of HISTORY HI/PS 208 3 photographs used range from the American Foreign Policy Civil War photos of Matthew HI 103 3 The history of foreign policy is the Brady to the compelling social Nineteenth Century America study of fundamental ideas and documentaries of Riis, Hine, This course traces the development principles, decision making, Lange and Evans, from the natural of the United States from a implementation, and consequences landscapes of Ansell Adams to the fledgling nation striving for its of policies affecting international urban counterparts of Margaret own identity to a sophisticated, relations. This course is designed Bourke White. mature member of the community to provide the student with a basic Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore of nations. From the early years of understanding of how the United status. the 19th century to the turning of States arrived at its present the 20th, the course explores the position as the major world power. HI 213 (formerly HI 311) 3 physical, economic, social and In seeking this understanding, the African American History, political growth of the nation. course examines the intellectual Part I foundations of our foreign policy, This course traces the African HI 104 3 the various diplomatic policies and American experience from the Twentieth Century America practices pursued by the United colonial period to the turn of the This course is designed to give the States and the consequences of 20th century. Included are student a basic understanding of those policies. discussions of slavery, the the political, economic, social, and abolitionist movement, the Civil 123 124 HILBERT COLLEGE War, Reconstruction, and post- discrimination. The end result of This course is half of a two- Reconstruction adjustment. Also this course would be an individual semester series. Although ideally included are discussions of the who has a better understanding of students will take both courses, various strategies for survival society and of oneself. each may stand alone and can be employed by African Americans taken in any order. both slave and free and the often HI 278 3 conflicting assessments of those History of Western New York GEO/HI/PS 289 3 strategies by contemporaries and This course examines the history World History and Geography II historians. of Western New York and the Prerequisite: EN 102 Niagara Frontier from the earliest PH 305 3 period to the present day. The The Making of the Modern HI 214 (formerly HI 312) 3 course traces the history of the Mind I African American History, Part Iroquois Confederation and This course comprises a history of II European colonization and ideas from ancient Greece to the Part I of African American History settlement from the Holland Land Renaissance. Specifically, it (HI311) traces the experience of Company through the founding of employs philosophic analysis to black America from slavery to the Buffalo. The story of Western show the historical impact of end of the 1800s. This course New York examines in detail the philosophical thought upon continues that journey through the revolution in American commerce politics, science, art, and 20th century. It begins with the and transportation brought about humankind in general as well as economic, political, and social by the Erie Canal, as well as the the impact of culture on conditions faced by African area‘s transformation into a world philosophy. An additional goal of Americans at the turn-of-the- industrial powerhouse. The this course is that of helping century and then assesses the defining forces that shaped our students recognize that many of various, and often competing region, particularly the mass wave the ideas with which they are most strategies employed by African of immigration to the area in the comfortable did not arise in a Americans to survive and flourish 19th and 20th centuries, are vacuum. Moreover, the ideas that in a racist America. considered. Western New York‘s they take to be the most obviously Prerequisite: EN 102 development in the post-World true may, in fact, require rational War II years is examined and the justification -- a requirement which HI 215 3 region‘s future prognosis is cannot be fulfilled without an World Culture and Civilization assessed. Finally, the people, adequate understanding of the In every age of human existence places and events shaping our historical context within which people have sought to express community within the wider these ideas were first formulated. themselves using dance, drama, context of American civilization Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore art, architecture, philosophy, music are highlighted. status. and literature. This course is aimed at giving students the opportunity GEO/HI/PS 288 3 HI/PH 306 3 to develop an understanding of World History and Geography I The Making of the Modern how humankind has used those This is a survey course of global Mind II areas of self-expression sometimes geography and human history. This interdisciplinary course referred to as the fine arts. The Emphasis is placed on: a) gaining a comprises a history of ideas course is in no way intended to basic knowledge of the critical beginning with the 16th century make the student an expert in any events in world history; b) gaining and continuing to the present day. one area but rather is to serve as a a basic knowledge of political and It employs a philosophic analysis sampler to the expressions, physical geography and the ways to show the historical impact of allowing the student to become in which they are both cause and philosophical thought upon more aware, more open-minded, effect of history; and c) politics, science, art and and more sensitive in the areas understanding the events at a humankind in general as well as mentioned. This course is also global level, that is, being able to the impact of culture on intended to allow students to begin identify events as taking place in philosophy. An additional goal of to develop an aesthetic awareness the same periods even though they this course is that of helping and some skills in artistic happened in different regions. students recognize that many of 124 125 HILBERT COLLEGE the ideas with which they are most by historians in women‘s history historical record for accuracy, comfortable did not arise in a defined and analyzed the gender intent, and impact. vacuum and that many of the ideas expectations of women from the Prerequisite: EN 102, upper which are taken to be obviously dominant white middle-class, more division status. true require rational justification. recent scholarship measures those Particular attention will be paid to expectations of gender against the HI/LW 402 3 the varying conceptions of truth, experiences of women from The United States Constitution: justice and the good life found in disadvantaged populations. From Legal and Historical different epochs. Specifically, the the first encounters with Natives, Perspectives impact of these philosophic through the enslavement of This interdisciplinary course offers notions upon early modern culture Africans, and the marginalization the student an examination of the will be observed in the works of of Southern and Eastern European United States Constitution both as writers such as Marlowe, Mann and Asians, to the lingering impact it was written and as it has been and Camus, musicians such as of stereotyping throughout the 20th subsequently applied. In each Wagner, and philosophers such as century, this course examines the instance, students will see what Descartes, Hume, Kant and particular experience of women contemporary circumstances, Nietzsche. from each of these non-dominant ideals, and fears went into the cultures. writing of our fundamental law, as HI 308 3 well as, how the courts have Women’s History HI 310 3 interpreted and thereby adjusted This course focuses on the Making Sense of the Sixties the law to fit contemporary need. experience of American women This course provides an in-depth Finally, the student will see the beginning with the colonial period examination of a pivotal decade in relevance of the Constitution in his and carrying through American history—the 1960s. or her own life and times by a chronologically to the present. It is During this short period of time, discussion of current issues divided into thematic units that radical changes occurred in the involving Constitutional law and correspond to the latest scholarship way Americans thought about guarantees. in women‘s history. These themselves, their world role, Upper Division status. This course investigations not only relate relations between the genders, cannot be used as a law elective content material, but also explore races, and classes, government for Legal Studies majors. the evolving historiography of responsibility and jurisdiction, and women‘s history from the earliest social and cultural norms. HONORS attempts to include exemplary Through documentary video, women in historical accounts, and readings in the contemporary HON 105 3 social historians‘ attempt to literature and historical Freshman/Sophomore Honors reconstruct the lives of everyday interpretation and classroom Colloquium women, to the more recent gender discussions, students explore the approach that seeks to find and details of the decade, commentary HON 305 3 explain ways in which socially upon it, and its long-term legacies. Junior Honors Colloquium constructed rather than Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore The Honors Colloquium is a biologically defined differences status. required interdisciplinary seminar between men and women have designed to introduce the Honors shaped American history. HI 401 3 student to the intellectual standards Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore History and the Movies and ethos of the Honors status. This is an advanced history community on campus. It will do seminar that examines a selection this by serving as a model in both HI 309 3 of feature films that purport to form and content. Thus, the course Women’s History, Part II: The be— in plot, setting, or is designed to challenge the ―Other‖ Experience perspective— serious reflections student academically and to foster This course looks at American on historical issues, events or the value of "learning for Women‘s history from the personalities. This "Hollywood learning‘s sake" that is the perspectives of race, ethnicity and history" is then tested against the benchmark of the Honors Program class. While the initial work done at Hilbert College. The course 125 126 HILBERT COLLEGE content, emphasizing reading, future, and identity. They will be professional issues that emerge in thinking, and writing critically, asked to ―read‖ the city and the counseling relationship will be will be multi-disciplinary and issue various elements of it. Much of explored. Students will have the driven. As a seminar, the course the class will be made up of actual opportunity to learn from one structure will be discussion- explorations of the city, including another through collaborative oriented. Prerequisite: Acceptance visiting art galleries, taking group work, case studies, and in the Honors Program. walking tours, attending sporting various clinical videos. events and immersing ourselves in Prerequisites: HS 101, sophomore HON 330 3 the city in other ways. status. Reading and Writing Buffalo Prerequisites: membership in the Author Wendell Berry once said Honors Program; permission of HS/RH 204 3 that if you don‘t know where you the instructor. Basic Interviewing Skills are, you don‘t know who you are. The primary purpose of this course Using this idea as the impetus, this HUMAN SERVICES is to provide students with a class will focus on exploring the concrete framework for city of Buffalo through various HS 101 3 interpersonal communication in methods. Although students may Introduction to Human Services their work in rehabilitation. The live, work, or spend time in This course is intended to offer a course will focus on the Buffalo, many may not ―see‖ it in comprehensive overview of the knowledge, skills and attitudes its various manifestations. Just as human services profession. Areas necessary for the application of a written text or a film can be read, to be addressed may include types Micro-counseling and other so, too, can environment or place. of populations served, diverse communication skills, including What, for example, is the cultural backgrounds, historical exploration, mutual understanding significance of the fact that developments in the field, and taking action in addressing Buffalo is a city in which principles that define helping, human problem situations. Special professional sports play a large approaches to helping, methods of emphasis is placed on developing role? How does buffalo, a so- service delivery, factors related to the skills of attending, listening called rust-belt, blue collar city, the need for services, political and responding in ways that allow reconcile that identity with the fact realities, skill application, the code the student to engage in a that it has a world famous art of ethics and an overview of productive helping relationship. gallery and numerous architectural varying careers within the field Emphasis is also placed on treasures, including the Darwin will be explored. Students will be applying effective communication Martin House? How and why is able to practice helping skills at an skills in collaboration with other Buffalo divided into different introductory level through case professionals and coworkers. As areas, sometimes based on studies and collaborative group part of their development of micro- ethnicity, sometimes on economic work. Students will have the counseling skills, students will standing, and sometimes based on opportunity to meet guest speakers gain increased understanding of other invisible factors? How is and other human service themselves and their reasons for Buffalo different today from the professionals. pursuing a career in rehabilitation way it was in the past, when it was services, human services or other considered a major U.S. city? This HS/RH 203 3 professional fields. Students will course will attempt to answer some Introduction to Counseling identify personal strengths and of these questions through a This course concentrates on the limitations they have in relation to physical exploration of the city. various theoretical approaches to working with other people. Following the ―City as Text‖ counseling and how they may be Prerequisite: RH 101 or model created by the National applied to the process of helping. It permission of department Collegiate Honors Council, this is intended to provide students class will be an examination of the with a sound base which can be HS/PSY 205 3 city of Buffalo from a cultural used to build a personalized style Interpersonal Communication studies perspective. Students will of counseling that incorporates the and Effectiveness be asked to think critically and cognitive, emotional and This course integrates theory with carefully about Buffalo as a place, behavioral dimensions of human experience in order to enhance about its history, demographics, experience. Various personal and self-awareness, self-control and the 126 127 HILBERT COLLEGE ability to maximize interpersonal chemical dependency chemical dependency. Students effectiveness. A primary emphasis specialization. will investigate issues related to of the course is on developing Prerequisite: Completion of 45 the provision of human services to specific interpersonal skills credit hours or permission of the dually diagnosed client, the through the effective use of department. chemical abusing adolescent, the communication techniques such as impact of HIV/AIDS, working listening, observing, paraphrasing HS 302 Intervention and with ethnic and racial minorities, and perception checking. Treatment with Chemically lesbian and gay clients and the Dependent Clients and their special concerns of the elderly. HS/RH 210 3 Families 3 Prerequisites: HS 300 or Human Services Methods This course will address the equivalent. This course familiarizes students therapeutic issues related to with the various concepts, skills, effective interventions and HS/CJ 307 3 roles, tasks, and activities treatment modalities for alcohol Gender and the Criminal Justice comprising human services and other drug abusing clients and System practice. Applicable techniques their families. Through both (formerly, HS/CJ 307 Women and within a variety of systems will be didactic and experiential learning, the Criminal Justice System) addressed, including interviewing, students will explore theoretical As the position of women changes assessment, case management and and clinical aspects of addiction, in society, changes occur within recording. codependency, family dysfunction the criminal justice system. This Prerequisite: HS 101, sophomore and family trauma. Issues related course will provide students with a status. to intervention, assessment, clearer view of how women have diagnosis, treatment and self help historically been treated by and HS/PSY 215 3 will be discussed. Ethical within the system, the current Social Issues in Addictions considerations when dealing with status of women, the problems This course introduces students to the chemically dependent client which have resulted from rapid the range of addictions which are will be explored. Prerequisite: HS changes, and a view of what is said to predominate in our society. 300 or equivalent likely to happen in the future. Students are encouraged to Female crime victims, female critically examine the concept of HS/CJ/PSY 305 3 criminals, and women who work in addiction, particularly as it may be Research Methods in Social the criminal justice field will be defined as a social phenomenon. Sciences discussed. Attention will also be Specific addictions to be studied This course is designed to paid to the changing status of men include various alcohol and familiarize Criminal Justice, in the system, and the special chemical dependencies, eating Human Services, Psychology problems they face (i.e. sexual disorders, sex and love addictions, majors, and potential graduate harassment or discrimination compulsive gambling and school students with the complaints). spending, and addictions to work development of data gathering Prerequisite: Junior status. and exercise. techniques including questionnaire construction, sampling procedures, HS 308 3 HS 300 3 secondary data analysis, and Group Work in Human Services Introduction to Chemical techniques of data processing. Focusing on both practice and Dependency Students will acquire the skills process, students will acquire This course is an introduction to necessary to conduct social science knowledge and skills necessary for alcohol and other drugs of abuse. research, and the ability to prepare effective leadership in working Students will examine alcohol and a formal research report. with groups. The complexities of other drugs of abuse, models of Prerequisite: MA 200. group addiction, pharmacology, use, practice as it relates to a variety of abuse, methods of administration HS 306 3 populations will be considered. and the physical and psychological Advanced Topics in Chemical Also explored will be some effects of illicit substances. This Dependency practical considerations in working course is a prerequisite for the This course will explore in-depth with groups, the nature of the other courses offered in the some current topics in the field of interactive process, and many of 127 128 HILBERT COLLEGE the various issues which are services are family-based services functioning and violent patterns of unique to human services group for children in their homes, behavior, and current and interventions. residential care, foster care, innovative approaches to treatment Prerequisites: HS 101, sophomore adoption, and day care. Various and prevention. status. social issues relevant to poverty, Prerequisite: Upper division status single parenting, and neglect and or permission of department. HS/RH 310 3 abuse as well as laws of Human Service Ethics guardianship,3 advocacy, and the HS 320 3 This course will focus on the juvenile justice system may be Loss, Grief and Dying professional principles and addressed. This course provides an overview conduct of the human service Prerequisite: HS 101. of the range of topics relevant to provider. A variety of ethical the experience of loss and grief dilemmas, ranging from informed HS/CJ/PSY 316 3 that is part of death. Subject matter consent and self-determination to Family Violence will encompass a blend of working with persons with AIDS This course is intended to provide psychological, socio-cultural and will be addressed. Complex topics students with a stronger historical perspectives on death, will require an in-depth understanding of the scope and with a special emphasis placed examination of personal values, seriousness of all forms of family throughout on an exploration of decision-making models and the violence and abuse, and the approaches to recognizing and use of supervision. difficulties faced by criminal dealing with grief and life Prerequisite: HS 210 or justice and human service threatening illness. Additional permission of department. agencies. Historical, social, issues to be addressed will include political, psychological, and legal the experience of death across the HS 311 3 aspects of family violence will be life span as well as medical, legal, Organization, Policy and considered, and much time will be and other practical concerns Practice in the Human Services devoted to examining underlying associated with death and the This course introduces students to causes. This course will also accessing of services throughout the concepts, history and evaluate some of the nonviolent the course of the dying process. development of social welfare harm done by families to their Prerequisite: Completion of 45 policies in the United States. members, including the credit hours or permission of Philosophical and programmatic contributions made by family department. trends will be traced from early structure and functioning to colonial times through to the problems such as delinquency or HS/PSY 330 3 modern social welfare system. adult criminality, depression, and Violent Children: The effect of social welfare policy suicide. Prevention/Treatment choices will be examined with Prerequisite: Upper division status This course offers an in depth regard to specific at-risk groups. or permission of department. analysis of the dynamics of Additionally, emphasis will be violence perpetrated by young placed on understanding the place HS/CJ/PSY 317 3 children & adolescents with an of social welfare in the larger Family Violence Treatment and emphasis on treatment and debate regarding individual Prevention intervention strategies. Students freedom versus government From the perspective of human will examine various forms of intervention. services, this course offers an violence within the context of the Prerequisites: HS 101, sophomore introduction to the dynamics of family, school, and community status. family violence with an emphasis including intra-familial violence, on treatment and intervention sexual violence by children, HS 315 3 strategies. Students will examine aggressive behavior, violence in Child Welfare Services types of family violence across the school settings, and violence This course offers an intensive life span, identification and perpetrated within the community. overview of the various welfare reporting procedures, controversial This course will offer students the services offered on behalf of issues of relevance to the field of opportunity to explore individual, children and youth. Included family violence, the impact of family and community dynamics among the basic child welfare substance abuse/misuse on family that contribute to the manifestation 128 129 HILBERT COLLEGE of violent behaviors with an human services. The practicum is Prerequisite: Upper Division emphasis on current and reserved for students in their third status innovative approaches to treatment year of the Human Services or and prevention. Students will Rehabilitation Services programs. HS/CJ/PSY 416 3 further explore the relationship All prospective students are Advanced Issues in Family between diagnosis and the required to have a meeting with the Violence selection of appropriate treatment HS/RH Internship Coordinator to While family violence is a very old interventions. arrange an appropriate placement. problem, as an academic discipline Prerequisite: upper level status, Prerequisite: 45 credit hours and it is continually changing. This permission of department Human Services or Rehabilitation course is designed to give students Services major. the opportunity to examine the HS/PSY/SO 332 3 process of change as they relate to Marriage and the Family HS 405 3 the theoretical, political, and This course takes a close look at Human Services for the Older practical issues associated with marriage, family, and alternative Adult family violence. Students should lifestyles. A major theme of the This course is developed to possess basic knowledge about the course is the tension between sensitize students to many of the history, types and patterns of abuse individuals and the societal unique issues which arise in before taking this course, as well environment in which they make working with older clientele and as an understanding of the criminal their decisions. Increasing their families. Topics may include justice system. Attention will be flexibility forces individuals to the parameters of human services paid to new theoretical make many difficult choices with work with the elderly, problem developments in the field, and regard to family values and solving and case management, and changes in the relationship personal autonomy: often these optimizing the quality of life between theory and practice. The decisions are being made in the toward the latter stages of the life relationship between family context of conflicting cultural cycle. violence and other forms of violent values. Another focus of the course Prerequisite: 45 credit hours crime will be considered, and is the shift from viewing marriage completed or permission of current debates in the field will be as an institution to viewing it as a department. examined relationship in which the partners Prerequisites: CJ/HS/PSY 316 or expect to find companionship and HS/LW 410 3 CJ 317 intimacy. Child and Family Law Prerequisites: SO 101, sophomore This interdisciplinary CORE II HS/RH 430 3 status. course will provide an overview of Senior Seminar the various laws and legal This capstone course seeks to HS/RH 360 3 concerns which currently affect enable students to achieve the Internship I family life. Among issues to be maximum integration of the range A supervised short-term internship examined will be laws and social of knowledge, skills and values experience in a human concerns that are relevant to which have been explored service/rehabilitation agency marital relationships, parent-child throughout the previous courses in allows students to apply classroom relationships, child custody and the Human Services and learning to practical situations. support, family violence, and the Rehabilitation Services programs. This one semester internship rights of minors. The course is This will be done with a flexible consists of a 120 hour placement in intended to assist students, seminar structure where the broad an agency or school setting. In particularly those in the helping issues of diversity and social addition, a weekly seminar professions, to become more justice will be used as a foundation provides students with the knowledgeable of the various legal for the exploration of issues opportunity to discuss and share issues surrounding families today. impacting professional practice. questions and problems related to The course is very useful for Time will be devoted to assisting the field work. Students will begin students in paralegal studies, the student to further identify to create a professional portfolio, criminal justice, and human career directions and explore the research graduate school programs service programs. integration of theoretical and professions within the field of knowledge and 129 130 HILBERT COLLEGE personal/professional helping internship. In addition, a weekly benefiting them in their personal styles. Prerequisites: Senior status seminar provides students with the and professional lives. It is – Human Services or opportunity to discuss and share intended for those with very little Rehabilitation Services major. questions and problems related to or no previous exposure to the the field work. Students continue study of this language. The HS/RH 460 3 to enhance their interviewing fundamentals of grammar, Senior Internship I skills, clinical and theoretical vocabulary, and pronunciation are This course is intended to offer a practices, community involvement, stressed in order to facilitate the supervised experience in a personal experiences through self speaking, listening, reading, and community service agency or evaluation and the transition to writing of "la belle langue." school that will allow students to work or graduate school. Student Students are also introduced to apply classroom learning to will have completed a professional French culture and the practical situations. A variety of portfolio and a capstone Francophone world. There are no settings are available to the presentation. prerequisites. student. There is an attempt to Prerequisites: H/RHS 360, HS/RH match the choice of agency with 460, 60 credit hours (or FR 102 3 the students‘ area of interest. permission of department,) and Introduction to French II Students remain in the same Human Services or Rehabilitation This course is a continuation of FR placement for two consecutive Services major. 101 and offers more extensive semesters. All prospective practice in the basic language students are required to have a LANGUAGES skills of speaking, listening, meeting with the Human Service reading, and writing. Grammar, Coordinator during the pre- ARABIC vocabulary, and pronunciation registration period to make previously learned are built upon arrangements for an appropriate AR 101 3 to increase communicative ability. placement. In addition, a weekly Introduction to Arabic I The study of French culture is also seminar provides students with the This course is designed for a continued. opportunity to discuss and share beginner who is interested to learn Prerequisite: FR 101 or 2 years of questions and problems related to the basics of the language as it is high school French. the field work. Students have the spoken and written. Arabic I, learning experience of beginning a moreover, introduces the different GERMAN journey with one another to learn sets of grammar and pronunciation about the various human services that are prevalent in the GER 103 3 agencies and the populations they contemporary Arabic world. Intermediate German serve. Students will develop and This is an advanced language grow with the relationships they AR 102 3 course for students who have have formed on a clinical and Introduction to Arabic II completed 4 high school units of professional basis. This course is designed for study. As such, this course will Prerequisite: HS/RH 360, 60 students to continue learning emphasize advanced credit hours (or permission of basics of Arabic as it is spoken and communication and listening department,) and Human Services written. Arabic II, moreover, will skills. Reading at an advanced or Rehabilitation Services major. continue to introduce the different level will introduce some literature sets of grammar and pronunciation and stress comprehension. Writing HS/RH 461 3 that are currently in use in the skills will be enhanced to include Senior Internship II contemporary Arabic world. personal narrative through journals This course is intended to provide Prerequisite: AR 101 using persuasive and expository field instruction in a social agency style. Grammar will be an integral or school under faculty direction FRENCH part of each of these courses. and agency supervision. Students Previously learned structures will are to complete this course in two FR 101 3 be reviewed and reinforced, while successive semesters (HS/RH Introduction to French I advanced grammatical structures 460/461) in order to experience the This course will introduce students will be introduced for mastery. uniqueness of a long-term to the French language, thereby Students will add to their already 130 131 HILBERT COLLEGE extensive vocabulary bank with along with aural comprehension philosophical background that concentration on those words anddevelopment of oral gave impetus to the creative spirit necessary to enhance their communication skills. Writing of of some of the greatest writers of communicative abilities. With simple Spanish sentences is done the Spanish language. English today‘s emphasis on global inter- from the beginning of the course translations, complete or dependence and cultural so that a certain facility with the excerpted, Spanish literature awareness, students will further written language might be obtained masterpieces will give students their knowledge of the German within the course of the semester. insight into the soul of the people speaking world and its people There are no prerequisites. This who discovered a New World and course is not for students who have gave their language to Latin ITALIAN taken the Spanish Regents‘ Americans and to millions within examination in high school. the United States itself. The ITA 101 3 CORE I component will be met by Introduction to Italian I SP 102 3 guest lectures in subject areas like This course will introduce students Introduction to Spanish II philosophy, religious studies, to the Italian language. It is This course is a continuation of SP history, and political science. intended for those with little or no 101 which stresses basic principles Prerequisites: EN 102 previous exposure to the study of of grammar, aural comprehension this language. The fundamentals of and development of oral SP 300 3 pronunciations, grammar, and communication skills. Writing of Spanish for Law Enforcement vocabulary will be stressed in simple Spanish sentences is Officials order to facilitate the speaking, continued as part of the course. This course is intended for the reading, listening and writing of This course is not intended for upper-division student in the the Italian language. Students will students who have completed three criminal justice or economic crime also be introduced to the culture or more years of high school investigation programs, and may and customs of Italy and the Italian Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 101 or be of benefit to human services world. two years of high school Spanish. majors as well. It is a communication-focused course ITA 102 3 SP 103 3 enabling students to function Introduction to Italian II Intermediate Spanish I within a bi-lingual setting in the This course is a continuation of This course is a continuation of the particular situation of law ITA 101 which stresses basic material begun in SP 102. enforcement. Part of the course principles of grammar, aural Emphasis is placed upon principles will entail an intensive review of comprehension and development of grammar, aural comprehension grammar needed for this level of of oral communication skills. and the further development of conversation. The rest of the Writing of simple Italian sentences oral and written communication course will focus on the oral and is continued as part of the course. skills. written communication skills Students will continue to be Prerequisite: SP 102 or allowing the professional to introduced to the culture and comparable high school respond to those whose primary customs of Italy and the Italian background. language is Spanish. This portion world. of the course will focus on Prerequisite: ITA 101 or high SP 205 3 conversational skills, documents, school equivalent. Spanish Literature in and forms used in the field and the Translation: The Medieval development of the necessary SPANISH Period to Cervantes vocabulary to respond in a variety Providing an overview of the of scenarios. This course is SP 101 3 cultural background and history of intended for students who have a Introduction to Spanish I Spain through its literature, this working knowledge of the basic This course is intended for CORE I course surveys Spanish rules of Spanish grammar. students with little or no exposure literature from the medieval period Prerequisites: Spanish 102 or to the study of the Spanish to Cervantes‘ Don Quijote in the three years of high school Spanish language. Comprehension of basic early seventeenth century, with completed within the last five principles of grammar is stressed, consideration of the historical and years. (For students unsure of 131 132 HILBERT COLLEGE abilities, appropriate score on as well as the legal and ethical Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore placement test may be required.) constraints which apply to the status. profession. SP/HI 391 3 LW 206 3 Iberian Melting Pot: A Cultural LW 103 3 Domestic Relations Law History of Spain from Pre- Legal Research Legal Specialty Course Historic Times to the Defeat of Legal Specialty Course Students will become familiar with the Spanish Armada Includes the development of basic the basic concepts of New York This course is designed to give skills in U.S. and New York State State family law, including students an overview of the legal research for a working divorce, custody and support. The various ethnic, religious, and knowledge of the law library as a course focuses on domestic cultural influences that have primary objective. The student will relations proceedings in the New contributed to the formation of study legal analysis, research and York State judicial system with modern Spain. We will explore writing skills and strategies, and be special emphasis on the role of the the various tides of invasion: introduced to computerized legal family law paralegal. Phoenician, Greek, Roman, and research through completion of Prerequisites: LW 101, LW 103 or finally Muslim that contributed to course projects. permission of department. making medieval Spain ―a melting Prerequisite/Co-requisite: LW pot‖ of religious tolerance. We 101. LW 207 3 will also discuss how these tides of Civil Litigation invasion have molded the Spanish LW 201 3 Legal Specialty Course psyche and the far reaching effects Courtroom Alternatives: This course is an introduction to on Western civilization itself. In Theories of Alternative Dispute civil litigation in New York State addition, we will view the rise and Resolution and Mediation courts, primarily New York State fall of the ‗Spanish Empire‖ from Courtroom Alternatives, will Supreme Court. The course 1492 to 1588 and the birth of introduce undergraduate students follows the model of a personal Hispanic culture as reflected in the in all majors to alternatives to the injury action from commencement many countries which embrace courtroom in today‘s litigious of the lawsuit through post-trial Spanish as their official language. society. Traditionally, litigation is appeals. Emphasis is placed on Prerequisite: EN 102 based on an adversarial mode developing practical and which results in ―winners‖ and professional skills used by a LEGAL STUDIES ―losers‖ in the courtroom. The paralegal working as part of a American legal system has reached litigation support team in a law LW 101 3 out to other disciplines to find firm. Instructional methods, Introduction to Law and Legal alternatives to litigation that assignments and exams are Ethics produce mutually acceptable designed to prepare the student for Legal Specialty Course resolutions reflecting respect, performing real-life tasks crucial to Provides the student with an cooperation and continuing the handling of a civil lawsuit and orientation and a working relationships, rather than the understanding New York State knowledge of the court system and ―winner takes all‖ resolution in laws and rules regarding civil legal structure of the United States litigation. The basics of ADR– litigation. Assignments are focused and New York State. Specific negotiation, mediation, arbitration, on drafting litigation documents written, verbal, analytical and community dispute resolution, and such as case memoranda, conceptual skills associated with quasi-judicial proceedings are pleadings, discovery documents, legal reasoning are developed.. studied. Students will learn about motions and appellate documents. The role of the paralegal will be the techniques of each method and Prerequisite: LW 101, LW 103 or developed and defined from case apply them to problems throughout permission of Department. readings, administrative the semester. Guest lecturers will regulations, statutes and bar discuss how the characteristics of association guidelines. The their disciplines are related to relationship of the paralegal with ADR and mediation. LW 201 attorneys, clients, and the fulfills a liberal arts or all-college community is explored and defined elective. 132 133 HILBERT COLLEGE LW 210 3 and in scholarly databases. A review of basic legal research Real Property Law Office Students will learn to plan search skills is offered to assist students Practice strategies, locate, evaluate and cite as warranted. Legal Specialty Course scholarly sources through hands- Prerequisite: LW 103 or This course will familiarize the on research assignments and permission of department. student with real estate terms and collaborative learning activities. concepts. The goal is to enable the Liberal arts or all college elective. LW 308 3 3 student to prepare and interpret May be used as research-centered Estate Administration standard real estate documents course for Human Services or Legal Specialty Course such as title searches, surveys, Rehabilitation Services majors. This course surveys the procedures deeds, mortgages, closing Prerequisites: 45 credits in any utilized and the law of estate statements and related residential major. administration with special mortgage lending forms. The emphasis given to the role of students will receive a working LW 302 3 paralegals. The course examines knowledge of each of the Introduction to Criminal Law what comprises the decedent‘s components involved in the and Procedure estate, probate and non-probate closing of real estate transactions, Legal Specialty Course assets, wills and intestacy, the representing a seller, buyer or The course provides students with Surrogate‘s Courts Procedure Act, lending institution. an overview of the New York State including probate proceedings, the Prerequisites: ACC 205, LW 101, Penal Law and how cases are legal concept of acting in a LW 103. handled in the criminal courts. fiduciary capacity, estate taxation The distinctions between criminal and administration, and estate LW/BUS 217 3 and civil law are studied. Special planning. Business Law I emphasis is given to the roles of Prerequisites: ACC 205, 12 credit This course is an introduction of law enforcement agencies, the hours in legal specialty courses or the principles of law that directly courts, lawyers and paralegals. upper division status. and regularly impact the conduct Course topics include crimes of business activities. The content against persons and property, LW 309 3 of the class includes many subjects criminal responsibility, defenses, Business Organizations Law tested on the Regulation portion of rights of the accused, pre-trial Legal Specialty Course the CPA examination. Topics hearings, trials, sentencing and This course is comprised of a study include an examination of the appeals. Students will engage in a of various business organizations substantive law of contracts, from hands-on collaborative project including the sole proprietorship, formation requirements to involving the rights of the general and limited partnership, remedies for breach of contract. criminally accused culminating in limited liability companies, not for Antitrust law, securities a mock hearing in class. profit, and the business regulations, and employment and Prerequisite: LW 101, LW 103 or corporation. The course will labor law illustrate the regulatory CJ 202. highlight the distinctions between role on business and society. these types of business Legal aspects of international LW 303 3 organizations and emphasize the business are examined in this Advanced Legal Writing substantive and procedural increasingly important area. Legal Specialty Course operations of the business Prerequisite: sophomore status Students will develop advanced corporation. Practical applications legal analysis and writing skills to include statutory analysis, LW/RH 300 3 complement the basic legal writing preparation of corporate Internet Research for the and research skills introduced in documents and relevant legal Professions Legal Research. Special emphasis research. Open to students in all majors, the is given to analyzing authorities, Prerequisites, 12 credit hours in course focuses on teaching briefing cases, synthesizing legal specialty courses or students to research effectively in sources, interpreting primary permission of department. scholarly print and electronic sources, applying legal reasoning, sources available at the Hilbert organizing and drafting legal College Library, on the Internet memoranda and correspondence. 133 134 HILBERT COLLEGE LW 310 3 Prerequisites: LW/BUS 217 or 12 LW 330 3 Administrative Law credits in legal specialty courses or Immigration Law Legal Specialty Course upper division status or permission Legal Specialty Course Students will learn the basic of department. The continued expansion of concepts of administrative law international enterprises and including the expanding role and LW/BUS 317 3 increased mobility of people, authority of the paralegal in the Business Law II goods, and services between administrative agency adjudication (formerly Advanced Business Law) international lines has made process. Students will study both A continuation of the study of law immigration law essential to formal and informal advocacy begun in BUS 217, the content of citizens and businesses in the techniques, including this class includes many subjects global community. This course representation of clients before tested on the Regulation portion of will examine the laws, agencies, administrative bodies. The the CPA examination. Topics and procedures used in processing regulatory review process will be include in depth analysis of the temporary and permanent explored. Students will engage in various forms of business residency visas for families and a hands-on collaborative project organizations including general employment. Special emphasis involving the adjudication of a and limited partnerships, will be on the paralegal‘s role. Social Security disability case corporations and LLCs; Uniform Students will learn how to prepare culminating in a mock hearing in Commercial Code subjects such as various applications, petitions, and class. commercial paper, secured related documents, as well as learn Prerequisite: 12 credit hours in transactions and sales; and other substantive immigration law. legal specialty courses or upper areas of law including bankruptcy, Prerequisite: 12 credit hours in division status or permission of debtor/creditor relations, product legal specialty courses or upper department. liability, estate and trust law and division status or permission of real property. department. LW 312 3 Prerequisite: BUS 217, junior Environmental Law status. LW 355 3 Legal Specialty Course Elder Law The course gives an overview of LW 320 3 Legal Specialty Course the history and development of Intellectual Property Law Students will learn to understand U.S. and N.Y. State environmental Legal Specialty Course the complex issues facing the law. The course will focus on the Students will be provided with an elderly and possible solutions. desired knowledge base and overview of the various intellectual Course topics include ethical administrative tasks performed by property disciplines, including considerations, elder law planning paralegals in agency proceedings copyright, trade secret, trademark options and related documents, and litigation. and patent laws. Students will guardianships, Medicare, Prerequisite: Successful learn basic searching techniques Medicaid, and Medigap programs, completion of 12 credit hours of for trademarks, patents and hospital discharge and nursing legal specialty courses or upper copyrights. Practical exercises home issues, long term care division status. or permission of will include searching internet sites insurance, asset protection department. for patent and trademark strategies, housing alternatives for information to introduce students the elderly, elder abuse, neglect LW/BUS 315 3 to the role of the intellectual and financial exploitation. The Labor Law property paralegal. roles of the paralegal, human Legal Specialty Course Prerequisites: 12 credit hours in services and law enforcement Students will learn the legal specialty courses or upper personnel are emphasized in an fundamentals of the US Federal division status or permission of interdisciplinary approach to and New York State labor laws department. understanding and meeting the with special emphasis on the legal needs and care objectives of principles of employment and elderly clients. The course serves labor law applicable to private and Legal Studies, Human Services public employers in New York and Criminal Justice majors. State. 134 135 HILBERT COLLEGE Prerequisite: Upper division status LW 401 3 Prerequisite: Upper division status or permission of department. Paralegal Studies Internship Legal Specialty Course LW 403 3 LW 360 3 The internship will offer students Legal Studies Capstone Seminar Legal Ethics: Perspectives from real life experiences performing Legal Specialty Course Law, Literature and Film paralegal duties in a variety of The senior seminar is a capstone Students will explore legal ethics settings, including law offices, law course for Legal Studies majors. as illustrated by laws, ethical rules libraries, corporations, public and Students will actively participate in and opinions, literature and films private agencies, and courts. a seminar to apply substantive, in an interdisciplinary approach to Students will apply learned procedural and ethical knowledge the ethical dilemmas encountered principles of law under the acquired in the program to issues by legal professionals. Course supervision of attorneys, and problems found in the legal topics include the ethical issues paralegals, law librarians, court and law-related professions and involved in advocating for other, clerks or other legal professionals. graduate programs. Students will confidentiality, conflicts of The ―hands-on‖ experience allows acquire skills in designing and interest, competence and students to identify, develop, and executing a professional job or diligence, candor, fees and design solutions to work-related graduate studies program search financial matters, integrity, problems, and obtain valuable strategy, investigating certification unlawful practice of law and the experience and confidence under and civil service exams and roles of non-attorneys. Course the mentorship of on-site mentors continuing education options, readings include cases, ethics rules and the internship coordinator. researching and applying relevant and opinions, short stories and Prerequisite: Successful ethics rules, and investigating novels, with ethical dilemmas completion of 24 or more credits in ways to contribute to one‘s illustrated by contemporary films. the Legal Studies Paralegal profession and community. Liberal arts or all-college elective. Baccalaureate Program and/or Students will prepare professional Prerequisite: Upper division status upper level status and a 2.2 GPS portfolios which include resumes, in any major. overall with a 2.5 GPA in legal references, cover letters and specialty courses and permission writing samples. LW 370 3 of the internship instructor. Prerequisite: Successful Rights, Liberties and Justice: US completion of 24 credits in legal Constitution LW/HI 402 3 specialty courses in the Legal Students will focus on civil rights The United States Constitution: Studies major and/or senior status and Constitutional law, with an Legal and Historical in the Legal Studies major and/or emphasis on the 14th Amendment Perspectives permission of the department. protections of due process and Students will examine the United equal protection. Students will States Constitution both as it was LW 404 3 examine the role of the judicial written and as it has been Law Office Management branch in the American subsequently applied. In each Legal Specialty Course Constitutional framework using instance, students will see what Students will learn the principles case law and historical events and contemporary circumstances, of management practices will study how the legal system ideals, and fears went into the applicable in a law office setting. has functioned in its role as the writing of our fundamental law, as They will gain a working final arbiter and protector of well as how the courts have knowledge of management individual freedoms. The course interpreted and thereby adjusted theories and practices relating to topics will emphasize the rights of the law to fit contemporary need. personnel administration, law the criminally accused in the Finally, students will see the office systems and financial criminal justice system, voting relevance of the Constitution in his controls and management. The rights and representation, privacy or her own life and times by a roles of paralegals working as and equality under the Constitution discussion of current issues managers or supervisors will be and understanding the Supreme involving Constitutional law and emphasized. Court decision making process. guarantees. May be used as a Prerequisite: ACC 205, Liberal arts or all-college elective. Liberal arts, all-college elective or Computer/technology skills course Prerequisite: Upper division status CORE II. or permission of the department. 135 136 HILBERT COLLEGE LW 406 3 student will also participate in a MATHEMATICS Bankruptcy Law mock trial in both attorney and Legal Specialty Course witness roles. MA 099 No Credit The student will be able to Prerequisite: Successful Preparation for College distinguish between the various completion of LW 207 or Mathematics I types of bankruptcy cases provided permission of department. This is the first course of a two for under the U.S. Bankruptcy semester sequence intended for Code, and also to understand the LW/BUS 408 3 students with little or no algebra related roles of judge, U.S. Employment Benefits experience. This sequence is Trustee, lawyer, paralegal, and Legal Specialty Course designed to prepare students for others involved In the U.S. Students will gain an overview of credit-bearing mathematics Bankruptcy Court system. the law of employment benefits, courses. It emphasizes a solid Exercises will include analysis and with special emphasis given on the understanding of basic operations application of legal research in administration of qualified on rational numbers and the ability various areas, including analysis of retirement plans. Reporting and to manipulate variable expressions the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, writing disclosure requirements, payments, using basic operations. Topics assignments, and preparing record keeping requirements, include operations of integers and standard documents such as claims and payments and fiduciary rational numbers, operations on petitions, schedules, and proofs of duties will be covered. variable expressions, solving linear claim. The student will understand Prerequisite: Upper division equations, operations on how our bankruptcy system status. polynomials, and factoring. functions and how a paralegal performs within that system. LW/HS 410 3 MA 100 No Credit Prerequisites: Successful Child and Family Law Preparation for College completion of 12 credit hours of Legal Specialty Course Mathematics II legal specialty courses or upper Students will become familiar with This is the second course in the level status. the various laws and legal concepts introductory algebra sequence which currently affect family life which helps to prepare students for LW 407 3 in the interdisciplinary course. credit-bearing mathematics Advanced Civil Litigation Law and social concerns relevant courses. This course covers topics Legal Specialty Course to marital relationships, parent- generally associated with high This course is an introduction to child relationships, child custody, school algebra courses for college civil trial practice in New York family violence and the rights of bound students. It includes topics State courts, primarily New York minors will be examined. such as graphing and analyzing State Supreme Court. This is an Students, particularly those in the linear equations and inequalities, active learning class in which the helping professions, will become solving systems of equations, student will be part of a litigation more knowledgeable about the solving quadratic equations by team, working cooperatively with many legal issues surrounding factoring or by use of the quadratic other students in preparing and families today. The course is well formula performing operations on mock-trying a personal injury case. suited for paralegal, criminal algebraic fractions, performing Emphasis is placed on the justice and human services operations and simplifications of development of practical and students. May be used as a Liberal radicals, and simplifying negative professional skills used by a arts, all-college elective of CORE and fractional exponents. paralegal working as part of a II. Prerequisites: Appropriate score litigation support team in a law Prerequisite: Upper division on Accuplacer or successful firm. The student will perform status. completion of MA 099. real-life tasks crucial to the preparation of a case for trial, MA 135 3 including analyzing, summarizing, Mathematical Applications organizing and preparing evidence This course will expose students for trial, drafting litigation to mathematical applications that documents and motions, and are happening in everyday life. preparing witnesses for trial. The They 136 137 HILBERT COLLEGE will get to see how math applies in MA 145. It involves ideas the social sciences. Topics include modern real world situations, and traditionally encountered in a pre- descriptive statistics, probability be able to use these skills in related calculus. Topics include the and probability distributions, fields. The four main topics to be development of the six binomial and normal distributions, covered will include Graph Theory trigonometric functions and their sampling distributions, the Central (with a focus on networks, circuits, inverses, analyzing and graphing Limit Theorem, estimation and and scheduling), Voting Theory, these functions, using the law of hypothesis-testing, linear Cryptography and the Digital Age, sines and cosines, proving correlation and regression analysis, and Financial and Economic trigonometric identities, solving chi squares for independence and Problems. Optional topics could trigonometric/inverse analysis of the variance (single include Fairness and Game trigonometric equations, solving factor ANOVA). The statistical Theory, and Symmetry and logarithmic/ exponential equations, package EXCEL is used. Patterns. graphically/algebraically finding Prerequisite: Appropriate score on Prerequisite: Appropriate score on limits, and finding derivatives Accuplacer or successful accuplacer, successful completion using the definition. completion of a college of MA 100, or successful Prerequisite: MA 145 or mathematics course. completion of a college equivalent mathematics course at another MA 205 4 institution. MA 180 3 Survey of Calculus Discrete Mathematics This one-semester course MA 145 3 This course will provide students addresses the core topics and College Mathematics with a working knowledge of techniques of differential and This is an entry-level college algebraic algorithms and their use integral calculus. Topics will be mathematics course. The problem- for problem-solving in areas such presented and applied in the areas solving techniques, along with the as computer analysis, of business, economics, algebraic concepts encountered, communication systems, management, and the social and are consistent with those in many information theory, and control life sciences. Discussion will focus business, economics, or science systems in order to facilitate the on the following topics: functions, courses. While investigating analysis and synthesis of limits, derivatives, techniques of functions (linear, quadratic, information. Topics include differentiation, absolute value, and rational), prepositional logic, modular maximum/minimum problems, students identify domains, analyze arithmetic, pseudo codes of sorts exponential/logarithmic functions, for shifts and reflections, solve for and searches, Boolean algebra, set integration, and integration by roots and asymptotes, and then theory, binary systems, Euclid‘s parts. graph their results. Besides Algorithm, graph theory, Prerequisite: MA 146 or functions, topics also include conic mathematical trees, and modeling equivalent sections, solving inequalities on computations. linear quadratic, rational, absolute Prerequisite: MA 145 or MA 300 3 value expressions and solving equivalent Applied Statistics with Project systems of equations both linear In this CORE II course students and non-linear. MA 200 3 will use specific statistical tests as Prerequisite: Appropriate score on Topics in Statistics an introduction to research accuplacer, successful completion This course is designed to provide methods. Given a set of data, of MA 100, or successful students with a working students will identify what valid completion of a college knowledge of descriptive and research questions apply. They mathematics course at another inferential statistics, along with will then determine whether to use institution. practical computer applications. It t-tests, chi-squares, regressions, or is intended to make students aware ANOVAs to do the desired MA 146 3 of the power of statistics and its analysis. In fulfilling the Pre-Calculus uses. It seeks to improve the ability interdisciplinary CORE course The course will utilize and amplify to deal with statistical concepts in component, guest lecturers will concepts encountered in many fields, such as business, consider research inquiries, biology, engineering, industry, and problems and techniques from 137 138 HILBERT COLLEGE their own interdisciplinary analysis, and comprehend the and listener are explored and perspectives, and students probabilities inherent in the defined. Emphasis is on the according to major will also have science of forensics. development of listening the opportunity to work on a Prerequisite: MA 200 or awareness within the broad outline project within their field of study. equivalent. of music history. A faculty mentor from each student‘s department major will be MUSIC MU 305 3 available to provide assistance in 20th Century Music: Classical the research process. Students will MU 101 3 Music in the 19th Century have the opportunity to present History of Western Music from This upper-level course provides a their research to their peers in an its Origins to Romanticism detailed survey of the Romantic in-class colloquium setting. This course is an introduction to period of music history, and its Students will be introduced to music in Western civilization. The influence on early 20th century SPSS, the research tool most used course will discuss the materials of music. The course will explore a in graduate programs of the social music, such as melody, harmony, century of music (1820-1920), sciences. rhythm, tempo, dynamics, musical from Beethoven through the First Prerequisite: MA 200 or structure, design and style. Major World War, and will seek to equivalent and completion of a composers of each musical epoch understand the music of the major CORE I course. will be discussed with musical composers of the period, in the examples listened to in class to context of the Romantic ideal as MA 315 3 reinforce the discussion. This defined in literature and art. The Forensic Mathematics course covers the time period from course will also seek to understand Forensic science comprehends any early music through 19th Century Nationalism in Romantic Music, as aspect of science as it relates to the Romanticism. it relates to the new trends that law. Typically, it includes such occurred in music in the early 20th disciplines as firearms and tool MU 102 3 century. mark History of Western Music Prerequisite: EN 102 identification, personal from Romanticism to the identification, and crime scene Present MU 350 3 processing, but evidence involving A continuation of the ideas Afro-Centric Music just about any area of science examined in MU 101, this course Since colonial times, the music and could be called into question in a is an introduction to music in musical practices of Western court of law. Forensic Western civilization. The course Africa have spread their influence mathematics covers a spectrum of will discuss the materials of music, throughout the world. This course mathematical topics used to such as melody, harmony, rhythm, will provide an overview of the examine crime scene information: tempo, dynamics, musical effect of African music on the measurement rubrics, significant structure, design and style. Major music, historically, of the four digits & scientific notation, composers of each musical epoch major European slave-holding reaction time, charting distance, will be discussed with musical colonial powers (England, Spain, Bayes‘ formula, history of examples listened to in class to Portugal and France) and of further Forensics, trigonometry& blood reinforce the discussion. This influences throughout current pop mathematics, accuracy vs course covers the time period from culture as well. The music – precision, probability in 19th Century Romanticism to the including salsa, samba, bossa courtroom, Chi Square goodness present. nova, calypso, reggae, blues, jazz – of fit test, and using bone will always be seen in its social measurements and formulas to MU 103 3 context and history. Prerequisite: calculate height of victims. To that The Enjoyment of Music EN 102 end, this course provides students This course is an overview of the with a working knowledge of the sources, media, and functions of MU 380 3 mathematics employed in the field music during the historical periods Twentieth-Century Classical of forensics. It improves the traditionally associated with music Music student‘s ability to manipulate history. The roles of the composer, The history of classical music in formulas, understand statistical arranger, artist performer, critic, the 20th century, including the 138 139 HILBERT COLLEGE early twenty-first century, has been PH 200 3 these theories and then to evaluate a story of both musical and social Environmental Ethics apparent cases of moral expansion. The dawn of the 20th At no time in history has misconduct by business persons century saw classical music as a humankind had such an impact on and corporations with respect to predominantly European tradition the Earth‘s environment. The each of these systems. with no other major influences. As growing population coupled with Prerequisites: EN 102, sophomore communication technology the globalization of the status. expanded in the century, more and marketplace has placed enormous more world/ethnic influences strains on the Earth‘s natural PH 206 3 became important. Now in the 21st resources and threatened the Philosophy of Religion century instant communication of wellbeing and existence of This course discusses the music and ideas is commonplace numerous plants and, most intersection of Faith and Reason. It via the internet. Classical music is notably, human and non-human begins with an extensive now a worldwide phenomenon animals. The purpose of this discussion of the question of with influences and ideas from all course is to expose the students to whether Faith and Reason have cultures and peoples. This course the most urgent environmental any compatibility, and if so the will trace the development of this concerns and then to evaluate these nature of this compatibility. The ―new‖ music in the 20th century. issues from an ethical perspective. course concludes with a discussion Particular emphasis will be placed Students will come away from the of important philosophical on Western New York‘s important course not only with a knowledge arguments for and against the role in this process from 1965 to of the key environmental issues existence of an all-good, all- 1985. Prerequisite: EN 102 but with a better understanding of knowing, all-powerful God. the moral relevance of the debate PHILOSOPHY to their lives, the lives of people PH 207 3 world-wide, the lives of people in Bioethics PH 141 3 the future, and even the lives of Are we morally justified in Western Religious Thought non-human animals and plants. ―cloning‖ humans? When, if ever, The religious movements of Prerequisite: EN 102. are we justified in terminating a Western civilization (Judaism, human life? Should the Islam and Christianity) have PH 205 3 composition of your DNA be through the centuries experienced Business Ethics publically available, and if so, to a variety of creative and This interdisciplinary course is whom? What is common to these conflictive moments. Although oriented towards the clarification questions is the fact that maintaining unchanging core of exactly when business value technology often moves faster than beliefs, Western religion has been conflicts with moral value, the moral insight. Yet, such questions subjected to a number of political, possible resolutions of these need to be answered as soon as economic, cultural and social conflicts, and a determination of possible, for failure to understand influences which have altered just when business persons bear the moral implications of new outlooks, caused further growth obligations that supersede any technologies can lead to human and development, and sometimes consideration of profit. Therefore, suffering. This course utilizes the radically redirected the original the course is designed to help the disciplines of philosophy, history, religion. This interdisciplinary student see the potential for and science to discuss ethical course will consider significant dialogue between the business and theory and its application to a moments, events, and trends in the philosophic communities. The number of controversial topics in story of Judaism, Islam and course will begin by introducing the field of Bioethics. Students Christianity which seriously the student to several of the most will be exposed to a wide variety affected the impact and influence influential ethical systems and of views on important issues in of religion theories of justice: egoism, sciences, in historical and in the West as we know it today. utilitarianism, deontology, contemporary contexts, and be egalitarianism, and libertarianism. encouraged to develop their own The intent is to give the student a philosophic positions on these working knowledge of the relative issues, based on a rational and merits and weaknesses of each of 139 140 HILBERT COLLEGE critical analysis of all of the show the historical impact of PH/PS 310 3 relevant details of these issues. philosophical thought upon The Politics of Utopia Prerequisite: EN 102 politics, science, art, and This interdisciplinary course will humankind in general as well as seek to examine how individuals PH 240 3 the impact of culture on throughout history have attempted Early and Asian Religious philosophy. An additional goal of to present their ideas of what Thought this course is that of helping would characterize the ideal This interdisciplinary course seeks students recognize that many of society and ways in which this to introduce the student to an the ideas with which they are most ideal could be achieved. This understanding of some of the comfortable did not interdisciplinary study will seek to major religions of the world which arise in a vacuum. Moreover, the investigate the concept of utopia as lie outside of the Western religious ideas that they take to be the most it appears in philosophy, politics, tradition. This course is designed obviously true may, in fact, require sociology and literature. By the to inquire into the nature of rational justification — a very nature of the discussion, religion and belief in general and requirement which cannot be attention will also be given to the then specifically examine fulfilled without an adequate anti-utopia concept which Buddhism, Hinduism, and other understanding of the historical appeared as a contemporary religions of China, Japan and context within which these ideas movement during various India. Offered every other were first formulated. historical periods. The course academic year. seeks to identify and understand PH 302 3 the component elements of the PH 303 3 The Making of the Modern particular utopian view and to Introduction to Critical Mind II (formerly PH 306) place it within the larger Thinking This interdisciplinary course framework of historical, This course is now raised to PH comprises a history of ideas sociological, philosophical, 303 and can serve as an upper beginning with the 16th century political and religious influences. division elective in the liberal arts. and continuing to the present day. The course will focus on the An important feature of this course It employs a philosophic analysis analysis of primary source is its concern not only for to show the historical impact of materials with supplementary developing the student‘s ability to philosophical thought upon materials provided for the assess the operative logic of politics, science, art and contextual elements. language that purports to instruct humankind in general as well as or attempts to persuade, but also the impact of culture on PH 325 3 with cultivating in the student the philosophy. An additional goal of Philosophies of Love and subtler skill of discerning the this course is that of helping Marriage underlying assumptions and students recognize that many of This course is an interdisciplinary motives of a given text. These the ideas with which they are most study of the realities of love and skills could have direct application comfortable did not arise in a marriage seeking to arrive at an to performance on standardized vacuum and that many of the ideas understanding of the various tests such as the GMAT or LSAT which are taken to be obviously philosophical approaches to these and other similar examinations true require rational justification. issues and the implications of such which are required of students Particular attention will be paid to approaches. The course will begin applying to graduate schools. the varying conceptions of truth, with an investigation of the topic Prerequisite: Upper division justice and the good life found in of love and its expression from the status. different epochs. Specifically, the ancient Greek world through impact of these philosophic romantic chivalry to contemporary PH 301 3 notions upon early modern culture visions. Once having examined the The Making of the Modern will be observed in the works of various manners in which this Mind I (formerly PH 305) writers such as Marlowe, Mann reality could be understood, the This course comprises a history of and Camus, musicians such as course will seek to investigate one ideas from ancient Greece to the Wagner, and philosophers such as institutionalized aspect of love, Renaissance. Specifically, it Descartes, Hume, Kant and namely marriage. The topic will be employs philosophic analysis to Nietzsche. examined through the perspectives 140 141 HILBERT COLLEGE of anthropology, literature and the potential for prosperity within philosophers, artists, and critics to religion to complement the society. Yet, it is not always clear answer these questions. philosophical dimension. While what exactly the nature of law is. Prerequisite: Successful love and marriage are ordinary How, for instance, is law different completion of CORE I course. realities of the everyday world, this from morality? Moreover, laws are course seeks to develop useless unless they influence PHYSICAL EDUCATION understanding and awareness of behavior. To do this, laws must be the more abstract dimensions of backed by some sort of coercive PE 102 1 these areas. Students will be force, e.g., the authority of those in Introduction to Self Defense challenged to explore approaches power. What constitutes a This course is an introductory five- other than their own as they also legitimate use of coercive force? week course in self defense seek to define their personal The questions above comprise just techniques and safety precautions philosophy of love and marriage. some of the issues that will be that can be taken in daily life. The course will involve lecture and addressed in a course on the Through development of physical discussion as well as guest Philosophy of Law. Students will strength and conditioning, the lecturers and audio-visual be introduced to the relevant heightening of awareness resources to provide the thinkers from the past, with an eye regarding the assessment of interdisciplinary dimensions of the towards a better understanding of potentially dangerous situations, as course. current discussions of the subject well as the knowledge of self- matter. Moreover, students will defense maneuvers, this course is PH/PS 330 3 learn, analyze, and assess the designed to help promote health Conflict and Cooperation justification for the answers to and safety for the student. This interdisciplinary course seeks these questions. Hence, students Although self-defense techniques to respond to the question ―Can‘t will be able to move from a will be taught, this course we all get along?‖ Sources of descriptive understanding of law to principally promotes safety and investigation for this course will be an historically- grounded health, and stresses that the drawn from the disciplines of understanding of the normative confidence that comes from ethics, sociology and political issues intrinsic to any system of successful completion of this science and will cover a wide law. course should reinforce rather than range of times, ages and cultures. Prerequisite: Upper division status diminish prudent behavior. This course will focus specifically or permission of instructor. upon the concept of obligation and PE 202 3 try to identify the types of PH 405 3 Introduction to Isshin Ryu obligations which exist between Philosophy and the Arts Karate individuals, between groups and This CORE II course will This course is designed to individuals, and between a introduce students to the age-old introduce the student to the world government and its citizens. The dialogue that has occurred between of martial arts, specifically course will examine the unique philosophy and the arts. Some of focusing on the Okinawan tradition interest of individuals, groups and the classic questions that have of Isshin Ryu Karate. The student governments which lead them to emerged from this dialogue will be introduced to the ignore their obligations and engage include the following. What philosophical foundation of karate in conflict. Finally, a clearer exactly is a work of art? While in particular and the martial arts in understanding of the conditions of most people would consider the general. The student will begin conflict will help students garner Mona Lisa to be a work of art, classes with limbering and insight into both the resolution of what about a piece of driftwood? stretching exercises, followed by conflict and fostering of What if the wood were mounted on instruction and practice in self- cooperation. a wall? Is the evaluation of a work defense techniques and katas. of art purely subjective? What A student who successfully PH/PS 340 3 exactly is the meaning of a work of completes this course will not Philosophy of Law art? What is unique about artistic receive a belt in recognition of the Law has enormous influence on experience? Students will read, achievement, but may use the the well-being of citizens, on analyze, discuss, and write about knowledge and skills gained in the whether a society is just, and on the most influential attempts of course to begin instruction at a 141 142 HILBERT COLLEGE martial arts school with a solid base the ability to carry this experience of self-discover. Through diligent of skills and information. into an active Kung Fu school. practice and careful study, students Prerequisite: Doctor’s note will encounter the experience of PE 203 3 stating that student is in good discovering the inner self. In the Intermediate Isshin Ryu Karate health. course, students will learn This course is designed to further techniques for developing a the student‘s knowledge to the PE 250 3 healthy body, a clear mind and a world of martial arts, specifically Introduction to Boxing joyful spirit. focusing on the Okinawa tradition This course will focus primarily on The techniques of hatha yoga of Isshin Ryu Karate. The student the physical mechanics of boxing, develop strength, flexibility and will continue to employ the but will also integrate compatible balance in body and mind creating philosophical foundations of karate concepts from martial arts into the inner peace and harmony. in particular and the martial arts in class setting. Students will use Students will be introduced general. The student will begin boxing equipment (supplied by systematically to the practice of classes with limbering and KC‘s Fitness) but there will be no hatha yoga. Instruction will be stretching exercises, followed by physical contact between given on classical postures instruction and practice in self- participants. They will learn jump (asanas) and breathing practices defense techniques and katas. roping, shadow boxing, various (pranayama) Prerequisite: PE 202 or forms of calisthenics and the Prerequisite: Doctor’s note stating permission of instructor proper method of delivering blows that student is in good health. against leather hand held pads. PE 205 3 Students will come away from this POLITICAL SCIENCE Hung Gar Kung Fu experience with more than just This course will serve as a exercise and knowledge of boxing PS 101 3 comprehensive introduction to movements. Participants will Introduction to Political Science Hung Gar Kung Fu, an ancient receive a fair degree of exercise, This course introduces students to traditional method that derives its self-defense, and an enhanced the central concepts of Political theory from the five major animals understanding of how their bodies Science, such as power, of Chinese martial arts i.e. the move through time and space. In domination, liberty, and legitimate dragon, snake, leopard, crane, and addition, the spiritual and and illegitimate authority. In tiger. Kung Fu is considered a philosophical dimensions inherent addition, students will be path of self discovery in which the in this activity will be explored. introduced to the basic methods student will find hopefully a rich Prerequisite: No formal training employed by political scientists. philosophical understanding as in the martial arts is necessary. The relevance of the course well as a way to improve one‘s Students must be in generally good material to American politics, both health and self image through health. Students can participate to past and present, will be discipline and practice. The the level of strenuousness safe for highlighted. students will be introduced to the their current health status. basic training practices that make Doctor’s note PS 102 3 up the initial part of each class American Government known as the ―drills‖ which not PE 260 3 The purpose of this course is to only develops strength but imparts Philosophy of Yoga introduce students to the structure the theory that makes the system Philosophy of Yoga is intended to and function of the American work. Through diligent practice introduce students to the ancient political system. Typical issues to and reflection the student will science of yoga from philosophy to be addressed include the discover a sense of balance and its application in daily life. The presidency, the Congress, the harmony while developing a basic components of practice will Constitution, federalism, interest healthy mind, body, and spirit. be explored in detail, showing groups, the judicial system, and Successful completion of the student show to improve their domestic and foreign policy. course will result in a solid basis of health and sense of inner well- understanding of what it is like to being step by step. Yoga practice Hung Gar Kung Fu with encourages students to develop self-discipline to face the challenge 142 143 HILBERT COLLEGE PS/RS 205 3 philosophical roots, historical companies are liable for injuries to Confronting the Holocaust content and cultural manifestations their customers. Policy making, This interdisciplinary CORE I of major political movements therefore, is fundamental to the course will endeavor to achieve an which dominated modern kind of society in which we live. integrated conception of the European history. The course This course examines how Holocaust by studying various seeks to highlight major corporations and governments aspects of it. The general purpose political/philosophical trends to make policy, and how these of this course will be to sensitize better the students‘ understanding policies affect the future of the students to the events and of how a civilization evolves, to society in which we live. influences of the Holocaust by: provide them with a conceptual Specifically, the course looks at examining historical aspects framework within which to who makes policy, what problems through the use of primary and comprehend Western Civilization policy is supposed to address, and secondary sources; considering the in particular, and to help them where and when policy is carried role of bystanders, Jewish and non- better understand their out. Jewish, organizations and contemporary world and the Prerequisite: EN 102. individuals, political and religious cultural heritage of Europe. leaders; and studying the reactions Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore PS 220 3 of victims, survivors, and status. Police States oppressors as reflected in The study of how governments literature. Prerequisite: EN 102, PS 212 3 function over time includes how sophomore status. Civil Liberties the structure of government has We take our rights for granted, been transformed. A study of the PS/HI 208 3 e.g., free speech, assembly, and formation of police states means American Foreign Policy religion. It is important to know an examination of how The history of foreign policy is the how these rights are defined, how governments are changed from study of fundamental ideas and they are acquired, and how they democratic to authoritarian in principles, decision making, can be lost. In this course, students response to events. Police states implementation, and consequences will be introduced to civil liberties exist in many parts of the globe in of policies affecting international as they exist in the United States which governments use political relations. This course is designed and around the globe. In order to repression to dominate society. to provide the student with a basic understand civil liberties in the They are police states because of understanding of how the United United States, attention will be either the suspension of the rule of States arrived at its present paid to Supreme Court rulings on law or the use of law to monitor position as the major world power. civil liberties, which includes a and eliminate diverse viewpoints In seeking this understanding, we discussion of the facts, legal and organizations. This course will will look at the intellectual issues, and constitutional use case studies to explore how foundations of our foreign policy, questions. Using a comparative and why governments are made we will explore the various approach, rights in other countries into police states, how police states diplomatic policies and practices will also be explored, including limit freedom as well as the pursued by the United States and abuses of civil liberties. ultimate goals of police states. examine and evaluate the Prerequisite: EN 102. consequences of those policies. PS 224 3 The course also examines the often PS 216 3 State and Local Government conflicting assessments of Corporate and Government This course will examine state and American policy offered both by Policy Making local governments. These contemporaries and historians. Policies are decisions that affect governments are very important everyone. For example, public and are the main building blocks PS/HI 210 3 policies determine where to locate and chief organizing governments Political Thought and History in sports teams, hospitals, and for the whole-government system. Modern Europe schools; what our welfare To this end, students will be This is a team-taught, programs should be; what rules of introduced to the relationships interdisciplinary course that offers safety should be enforced in the between federal, state, and local intensified study of the workplace; and to what extent units of government. The course 143 144 HILBERT COLLEGE also will focus on state and local issues beyond the borders of the abuse of rights, including the politics in New York State. U.S. following subjects: due process Students will learn about the rights, political prisoners, torture relevance of government of their PS 228 3 and ill treatment, prison own state. In particular, topics that International Relations conditions, the death penalty, pertain specifically to Western This course will introduce students political killings and war crimes. New York will be discussed, such to international relations and as the urban-suburban problem, politics. This involves three inter- PS 270 3 Love Canal, mass transit and related tasks: learning how to think American Political Thought poverty. about and understand international What is American political relations systematically, rather thought? It is about those political PS 225 3 than simply as a series of events; theorists who formulate their own Regionalism and Community gaining a basic knowledge of the unique ways to define the world of Urbanization has been one of the historical background of the American politics. These thinkers most important and fastest– international system; and write to inform a larger audience changing forces shaping modern investigating the current issues about what is ―the big picture‖ of society. This course will examine facing nations and other actors in American politics. American the process of urbanization and the international environment. We political theorists present not only attempts by citizens to control its will deal with the traditional issues a vision of American politics; they consequences. We will focus of the international politics such as provide us with their perspective particularly on one of the greatest war, peace, and economic regarding the uniqueness of what challenges of today–how cities and relations, as well as more recent is political in the United States. In their surrounding suburbs can problems such as the environment, so doing, they define American work together to produce population, and multi-national politics from various perspectives: flourishing, livable communities. corporations. liberal, conservative, radical. At Students will not be expected to best, all these perspectives provide have any background in this area, PS 234 3 different truths, meaning none of so there will also be an Mass Media and American them are neutral or objective. introduction to the broad field of Society Overall, what these American planning. The media has often been referred political thinkers provide us with is to as the ―fourth branch of some evaluation of the problems PS 226 3 government.‖ It has been and and possible solutions to our Comparative Politics continues to make policy, by how problems, such as whether to Comparative Politics is one of the events are covered. This course change or preserve the status quo. major sub-fields of Political addresses the issue of how the They are offering us some kind of Science. A course on comparative media shapes how we view politics guidance as to what they regard as politics surveys political systems and society. To discuss the medias an identification of public issues outside the United States. The perception of events, students will and the means to a possible set of process of social decision-making, study the structure of the media solutions. which is politics, takes place in which includes in-depth many different ways within examination of the corporate PS 280 3 different contexts. The causes and structure of the media. Political Movements effects of these differences, as well Political movements have, as the many similarities will be PS 252 3 throughout the course of U.S. discussed. A range of nations will Human Rights and Global history, shaped and often defined be studied, including both Politics the policies of the government. By industrialized and developing What are human rights around the studying political movements we countries; democracies and non- globe? A survey of nations in essence understand who gets democratic states. The course, indicates that there are vast what when and how. Also by therefore will serve as a tool for differences in the rights accorded studying political movements we broadening perspectives and to citizens. This course explores know the degree of support and or introducing students to important how countries treat their citizens. opposition to government policies. We will examine rights and the Political movements are important 144 145 HILBERT COLLEGE in that they inform us as to how their own computer or in the GIS types of obligations which exist ideas and organizations that lab. between individuals, between support certain ideas are what we Prerequisite: MIS 120 or groups and individuals, and know as the LEFT and the RIGHT equivalent skills: students must be between a government and its of the political spectrum. comfortable navigating through citizens. The course will examine the Windows directory structure. the unique interest of individuals, PS/HI/GEO 288 3 groups and governments which World History and Geography I PS/PH 310 3 lead them to ignore their The Politics of Utopia obligations and engage in conflict. PS/HI/GEO 289 3 This interdisciplinary course will Finally, a clearer understanding of World History and Geography II seek to examine how individuals the conditions of conflict will help This is a survey course of global throughout history have attempted students garner insight into both geography and human history. to present their ideas of what the resolution of conflict and Emphasis is placed on: a) gaining a would characterize the ideal fostering of cooperation. basic knowledge of the critical society and ways in which this events in world history, b) gaining ideal could be achieved. This PS 333 3 a basic knowledge of political and interdisciplinary study will seek to Terrorism physical geography and the ways investigate the concept of utopia as The Oklahoma City bombing and in which they are both cause and it appears in philosophy, politics, the World Trade Center bombing effect of history, and c) sociology and literature. By the are two recent examples of understanding the events at a very nature of the discussion, terrorism. The word evokes fear global level, that is, being able to attention will also be given to the for good reason, because it identify events as taking place in anti-utopia concept which involves extremely violent, visible the same periods even though they appeared as a contemporary actions by individuals, groups, or happened in different regions. movement during various governmental authorities. The This class is half of a two-semester historical periods. The course purpose of this course is to series. Although ideally students seeks to identify and understand introduce students to a systematic will take both halves, each course the component elements of the study of terrorism and its domestic stands alone and can be taken in particular utopian view and to and global impacts. Class any order. place it within the larger discussions will define terrorism in framework of historical, relation to its historical roots. PS 292 3 sociological, philosophical, Distinctions will be made between Introduction to Geographic political and religious influences. left-wing and right-wing terrorism, Information Systems (GIS) The course will focus on the and a sociology of terrorism This course introduces and analysis of primary source organizations of both types will be explores the fundamental concepts materials with supplementary presented. In addition, the broad of Geographic Information materials provided for the range of efforts that have been Systems (GIS), a tool for analyzing contextual elements. used to combat terrorism will also data using computer mapping. It be addressed. The overall intention explains the structure and function PS/PH 330 3 is for students to acquire an of GIS, and shows shy GIS is Conflict and Cooperation understanding of the role of important. It covers basic GIS This interdisciplinary course seeks violence for political and non- concepts such as map to respond to the question "Can‘t political ends. characteristics and projections, we all get along?" Sources of Prerequisite: Upper division status spatial data models, relational investigation for this course will be or permission of instructor. databases, and spatial analysis. drawn from the disciplines of But most importantly, it places ethics, sociology and political PS 335 3 these skills within a context of science and will cover a wide Genocide urban planning and social justice. range of times, ages and cultures. Murder, Mass murder. One recent Hands-on experience with ArcInfo This course will focus specifically citation includes this horrible is provided through a series of upon the concept of obligation and statistic, that almost 170 million exercises completed by students on try to identify the unarmed, helpless men, women and children have been shot, 145 146 HILBERT COLLEGE beaten, tortured, knifed, burned, the most important theories that some of the issues that will be starved, crushed, worked to death, affect the American conception(s) addressed in a course on the buried alive or drowned by of economic justice. Students will Philosophy of Law. Students will governments. Mass murder is then learn how these theories have be introduced to the relevant global, taking over in many been implemented or resisted by thinkers from the past, with an eye countries in different years: in current and historical US economic towards a better understanding of Turkey, from 1909-1918, over one policy. current discussions of the subject million Armenians were killed; in Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore matter. Moreover, students will Cambodia from 1975 to 1979 two status. learn, analyze, and assess the million Cambodians were killed; justification for the answers to from 1933 to 1945, the German PS 337 3 these questions. Hence, students government exterminated a total of Gender Politics will be able to move from a more than 20 million people. The personal is political. Gender descriptive understanding of law to Genocide is an old practice with a politics are about the structure of an historically-grounded new name. The purpose of this sex roles. It is also about the understanding of the normative course is to introduce students to a struggle between the sexes in issues intrinsic to any system of systematic study of genocide, from which the central issues are law. ancient to contemporary case freedom and domination. This Prerequisite: Upper division status studies. Emphasis will be placed course will begin by introducing or permission of instructor. on how and why genocides occur. students to the women‘s Class discussion will also focus on movement, past, present, and PS 345 3 the roles of perpetrators, future, with an eye towards Weapons and War bystanders and victims. The identifying how the debate still This course will survey the history overall intention is for students to profoundly influences the lives of of war, focusing particularly on the acquire an understanding of the individuals, often in unseen ways. link between technology and the role genocide has played in the Then, the movement will be conduct of war. We will also place pursuit of political ends. highlighted in terms of its unity of the topic in the broader context of Prerequisite: EN 102, sophomore thought and action. To understand war as one of the transformational status. the thought that continues to shape forces of civilization. We will this movement, students will conclude by asking whether, with PS 336 3 analyze and evaluate the the development of weapons of Justice arguments of the major thinkers, mass destruction, war remains a Most, if not all, people want to live such as Mary Wollstonecraft and "normal" phenomenon–—"the in a just society. However, Simone de Beauvoir. continuation of diplomacy by other determining what exactly makes a Prerequisite: EN 102. means" In Clauswitz‘s famous society just is by no means easy. phrase–or, as has been suggested This course will begin by PS/PH 340 3 more recently, war, especially introducing students to some of the Philosophy of Law between great concepts of justice that have Law has enormous influence on powers, is becoming obsolete. influenced Americans historically the well-being of citizens, on Prerequisite: EN 102. and currently. More specifically, whether a society is just, and on this course will focus on economic the potential for prosperity within PS 352 3 justice. Some of the questions to society. Yet, it is not always clear American Democracy: Its be addressed are the following: are what exactly the nature of law is. defenders and critics the resources of our society justly How, for instance, is law different This course will examine the distributed; is there a minimum from morality? Moreover, laws are philosophical underpinnings of our level of education, healthcare, or useless unless they influence unique American democracy. We housing to which any citizen is behavior. To do this, laws must be will examine the thoughts of the entitled; to what extent should a backed by some sort of coercive Founders and where they may society guarantee that economic force, e.g., the authority of those in have originated, whether from justice be enforced across race, power. What constitutes a European sources or Native class, and gender lines? The course legitimate use of coercive force? American ones. We will also will begin by analyzing some of The questions above comprise just examine how uniquely American 146 147 HILBERT COLLEGE thoughts about government and our political beliefs. The course well as implementers of our politics have evolved over time. will be structured around the in- constitutions. In this course, we The last part of the course will class viewing of the films and examine the legal status of women attempt to apply some of this discussion and analysis by the before and after marriage, as philosophy to contemporary whole class. daughters, wives and mothers in American political problems, Prerequisite: EN 102. some Muslim and Hindu societies, including: term limits, direct including but not limited to Iran, democracy, the Electoral College, PS 367 3 India and Egypt. Additionally, we gridlock, and others. Prerequisite: Political Trials examine the effect of religion on EN 102 O.J. Simpson, the Chicago 7, and the gender gap, equality, and the case of Oliver North all share enactments of family law. PS 360 3 in common that they are political Prerequisite: EN 102. Global Communities in trials. Courtrooms are the 21st Century battlegrounds for the merger of PS 370 3 The way we as humans gather into law and politics. High-profile court Globalization and International communities goes a long way to cases serve as arenas to express Economic Relations determining the shape and and settle issues of racism, cold This course will survey the origins, functioning of our societies. war politics, labor unrest and civil development, and current Human settlements have always liberties contests. Political trials functioning of the global world changed and reacted to both man- are the means by which economy. Economic conflict and made and natural forces governments confront political cooperation have joined war as the surrounding them. In this class we crimes. They have a long history, central ways that nations interact. will examine the ways cities and which serves to illustrate as the The debates about globalization societies are responding to the cases are discussed, why they exist have extended even into riots in challenges of the modern world, and what are the lessons to be the streets of Seattle and focusing on areas other than the learned from a discussion of these Washington, DC. Furthermore, United States. Some cities are trials. the globalization of the leading the way into a high-tech, Prerequisite: EN 102. international economy means that prosperous future, while others individual citizens are affected by seem to be relegated to the role of PS 369 3 the world economic system in dumping grounds for the world‘s Islam, Family Law and unprecedented ways. Thus, this problems. What can planners and Culture course responds to numerous policymakers do to try and assure a Some characterize culture as an current issues. safe, healthy, and economically essential part of self-determination successful place for their people to and of people‘s sovereignty. But PS 379 3 live? what if the social norms of a Comparative Perspectives on Prerequisite: EN 102. particular culture that is heavily American and Islamic Law influenced by religion collides This course will analyze the PS 365 3 with basic international human similarities and differences Politics and Movies rights and laws? Furthermore, between American law and Islamic Movies both reflect society and some argue that the culture norm law. Students will learn about also shape how we think about the in a patriarchal society is a way to Islamic law, or Shari‘s, which is world around us. This course will maintain the inequality of women. central to the understanding of look at how movies can be used For example, female genital Islamic society and the conflict for specifically political purposes, mutilation has been condemned as between Fundamentalism and such as propaganda films, as well a violation of internationally modernism in Islamic countries. as how politics and political issues, protected human rights, yet it The influence of the Quran will be including war and the role of the continues to be an integral part of highlighted. Similarly, students media, have been portrayed in many African, Asian, and Middle will look at features of the "mainstream" Hollywood films. Eastern cultures. Roles of clergies American legal system that We will be examining not just the in some of these countries are as provide contrast to its Islamic surface depiction of events, but effective as roles that lawmakers counterpart, e.g., laws of evidence, also how movies can subtly shape and judges play as interpreters as witnessing, and punishment. 147 148 HILBERT COLLEGE Students will finish the course with PS 402 3 that govern the workplace. 3 an appreciation of the cultural, Junior Symposium Internship work, however, cannot historical, and religious influences Has your education changed who coincide with a student‘s current on both legal traditions. you are? Has it changed, perhaps employment. Students will be Prerequisite: EN 102. even radically, your perceptions required to attend regular seminars and values? The purpose of this and independent study meetings PS 389 3 course is to witness this (in person or by phone) wherein Introduction to Middle Eastern transformation in action. they will discuss and analyze what Culture Specifically, three professors from they have learned and challenges This course is an introduction to three different disciplines will they have encountered. the Middle East, not as a political guide and facilitate discussion on Prerequisite: 90 credit hours, region. Instead, it investigates current events of importance and Political Science major, approval Middle Eastern Civilization from a of concern to students. As of Division of Social Sciences social and historical perspective. representatives of three different Chair. Recently, and especially after 9/11, disciplines, the professors will the Middle East has become discuss and debate issues utilizing PSYCHOLOGY synonymous in many Westerner‘s their own disciplinary training as minds with Islam and fanaticism. well as their own life experiences. PSY 101 3 The Middle East actually has a rich Students will frequently hear the Introduction to Psychology heritage and is one of the oldest professors disagree, and moreover Psychology is the systematic study civilizations in the world. Students recognize that each professors of behavior and mental processes. will examine how some Pre- understanding and evaluation of a This introductory course provides Islamic customs reshaped both the current event has been shaped by a survey of topics and approaches modern Eastern and Western the professor‘s own education. within psychology that reflects the cultures and see how the influence Moreover, when students enter the breadth and diversity of the resulted in the struggles between discussion they will also be discipline. It is intended to increase secular governments and utilizing their own educational the student‘s appreciation of the fundamentalists. training, which has fostered their relevance of psychological Prerequisite: EN 102 own unique set of perceptions. concepts in everyday living and Put simply, the Current Event will provide a basic foundation for PS 400 3 Symposium is a forum for students subsequent coursework in Special Topics: to apply what they have learned to psychology. This course is offered Election Year Politics aspects of their life that do not every semester. This course will examine the necessarily have anything to do upcoming elections, focusing with their career. Consequently, PSY 102 3 particularly on the Presidential, students who complete the Topics in Psychology Senatorial, and House races. Symposium will be more reflective PSY102 provides an introduction Specifically, the course will and better informed citizens ready to critical thinking skills that help address relevant current events, the to impact the world around them. students better understand the mechanics of campaigning, Prerequisite: upper level status subject matter and methods of nominations, elections, as well as psychology. It acquaints students study the various issues and the LG 401 3 with standard resources for candidate‘s positions. Students will Internship investigating psychological topics, also spend substantial time The purpose of the Law & from journals to electronic watching and critiquing media Government internship is to databases and the worldwide web. coverage of the election process. In provide a workplace experience Information about careers in sum, students will be well apprised that will further develop skills that psychology and options for of the issues driving the fall have been learned in the graduate study are presented. elections and will be well prepared classroom. Students will also learn Students learn how to separate the to cast an informed vote. new skills relevant to their career science from the pseudoscience in Prerequisite: Upper division status paths, begin to establish a network, general media presentations of or permission of instructor. and develop a sense of the psychological information. An professional norms of behavior important aspect of the course is its 148 149 HILBERT COLLEGE practical, "hands-on," approach to PSY/HS 205 3 critically examine the concept of learning about psychology. It Interpersonal Communication addiction, particularly as it may be provides basic skills with which and Effectiveness defined as a social phenomenon. students may continue to explore This course integrates theory with Specific addictions to be studied and learn about psychology experience in order to enhance include various alcohol and whether in future college courses self-awareness, self-control and the chemical dependencies, eating or on their own as consumers of ability to maximize interpersonal disorders, sex and love addictions, psychological information. PSY effectiveness. A primary emphasis compulsive gambling and 102 is required for Psychology of the course is on developing spending, and addictions to work Majors but is also appropriate for specific interpersonal skills and exercise. any student interested in learning through the effective use of more about psychology. This communication techniques such as PSY 240 3 course is typically offered in the listening, observing, paraphrasing Biopsychology: The Biological spring semester. and perception checking. Basis of Human Behavior Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course intends to study PSY 206 3 human behavior from a perspective PSY 201 3 Psychology of Women emphasizing biological Psychology of Child (Previously called Psychology of mechanisms, which underlie the Development Gender) conscious choices we make. The social, emotional, intellectual Over the last decades, the Various daily biological and and physical growth factors that psychology of women and physiological needs necessitate a influence the development of the women‘s studies has grown from balanced interaction between our individual during infancy, courses given occasionally in bodies and minds. In this course, childhood, and early adolescence colleges and universities to major we will study human nature as a are considered in this course. fields with scholarly recognition. singular mind/body unit, with the Prerequisite: PSY 101. There has also been an explosion hypothesis that consciousness can in the number of research articles be molded by physiological PSY 202 3 on women. The aim of this class is function. Conversely, it also holds Psychology of Adult to explore a thorough discussion of true that the body is influenced by Development and Aging the wide range of topics germane our consciousness. Hence, there is Adult development and aging deals to the psychology of women and the continual dynamic dance with the description and women‘s lives. Through a between the tangible and explanation of changes that occur developmental and topical intangible components of our self- during the adult life course. This approach, this class will cover such awareness. Emotional health and course examines age-related topics as the intersection of women physical health are integrally changes in physiological functions, and race, ethnicity, class and related as one depends upon the cognition and memory, personality sexual orientation. These topics other. Various components of and social development. will be explored through a behavior will be reviewed, such as Prerequisite: PSY 101. historical perspective, as well as the nervous system and brain, the from a psychosocial and cultural biochemistry of behavior, PSY 203 3 perspective. Also discussed are motivated behavior, learning and Adolescence current clinical topics such as elder communication, and This course addresses the issues of abuse, female infanticide, gay physiological/neurological human development during the bashing, eating disorders, gender disorders. adolescent stage of life. Major issues in stress and pain, and Prerequisite: PSY 101 is strongly topics included are influences on physical and mental health. recommended, as is one Science development, issues of concern for course such as BI 114 or 141. the adolescent and family, and PSY/HS 215 3 Sophomore status required. peer relationships. Social Issues in Addictions Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course introduces students to PSY 304 3 the range of addictions which are Abnormal Psychology said to predominate in our society. A study of the specific Students are encouraged to psychological disorders and their 149 150 HILBERT COLLEGE characteristics, etiology, prognosis work, family and organizational exercise. This subfield also studies and treatment from the group activities. the psychological aspects of perspectives of major theoretical Prerequisites: PSY 101, junior health, sports, lifestyles and formulations and recent research. status, or permission of instructor. exercise. This course is Topics typically covered include: designated as upper level as classification of abnormal PSY 310 3 students will be expected to have behavior, stress-related disorders, Social Psychology the skills to conduct research using anxiety disorders, dissociative and The goal of the course is to primary sources, analyze the somataform disorders, mood introduce students to the major research and discuss applications disorders and suicide, personality theories and current areas of of the research findings. disorders, sexual disorders, research in Social Psychology. The Prerequisite: PSY101 and junior schizophrenia, organic brain course includes topics which status disorders, and disorders of examine human behavior in social childhood. This course is offered relationships such as helping, PSY 314 3 in rotation with PSY 314 & PSY attraction and love, aggression, Personality Psychology 424 prejudice and discrimination. Personality psychology is Prerequisites: PSY 101. Students will gain insight into their concerned with the differences own and others‘ behavior in day- among and between normal PSY/CJ/HS 305 3 to-day interactions. Topics are people. It asks what are the sources Research Methods in Social particularly applicable to business, of the consistent behavior patterns Sciences human service, and criminal that distinguish each of us as This course is designed to justice majors. individuals, unique from everyone familiarize Criminal Justice, Prerequisite: PSY 101. else, and of the common human Human Services, Psychology nature we all share. This course majors, and potential graduate PSY 312 3 examines six domains or school students with the Cognitive Psychology perspectives in personality development of data gathering This course provides an psychology: dispositional, techniques including questionnaire introduction to the cognitive biological, intrapsychic, construction, sampling procedures, processes involved in attention, cognitive/experiential, social and secondary data analysis, and recognition, memory, knowledge, cultural, and adjustment. Each techniques of data processing. language, reasoning and problem perspective is examined for the Students will acquire the skills solving. These concepts are particular focus it provides in necessary to conduct social science approached in terms of an explaining individual differences research, and the ability to prepare information processing model, in behavior by examining key a formal research report. This considering the input (stimulus), theories and representative course is offered every semester. processing (mental activity), and research. Prerequisite: MA 200. output (behavior). The neural basis This course is offered in rotation of cognitive functions will also be with PSY 304 and PSY 424 PSY 307 3 considered in regard to the Prerequisite: PSY 101. Psychology of Group Dynamics anatomy and physiology of the This course is an introduction to nervous system. This course is PSY/CJ/HS 316 3 group processes utilizing current offered in rotation with PSY 322 Family Violence theory, research, and applications. and PSY 342 This course is intended to provide It will focus on the effects of this Prerequisite: PSY 101 students with a stronger specific type of social interaction understanding of the scope and on the affective, behavioral, and PSY 313 3 seriousness of all forms of family cognitive responses of the Sports Psychology violence and abuse, and the individual. Processes within the Sports Psychology is the study of difficulties faced by criminal group (e.g., norms, roles) and psychological and mental justice and human service pressures from external sources processes that influence and are agencies. Historical, social, (e.g., politics, economic climates) influenced by participation in political, psychological, and legal will be considered with the goal of sports and exercise and varying aspects of family violence will be applying this knowledge in social, performance levels in sports and considered, and much time will be 150 151 HILBERT COLLEGE devoted to examining underlying associated with death and the further explore the relationship causes. This course will also accessing of services throughout between diagnosis and the evaluate some of the nonviolent the course of the dying process. selection of appropriate treatment harm done by families to their Prerequisite: Completion of 45 interventions. members, including the credit hours or permission of Prerequisite: upper level status, contributions made by family department. permission of department structure and functioning to problems such as delinquency or PSY 322 3 PSY/HS/SO 332 3 adult criminality, depression, and Learning Psychology Marriage and the Family suicide. Learning has been identified as a This course takes a close look at Prerequisite: Upper division status key issue in the endeavor to marriage, family, and alternative or permission of instructor. understand human behavior. This lifestyles. A major theme of the course will explore Behaviorist course is the tension between PSY/HS/CJ 317 3 models, such as Operant and individuals and the societal Family Violence Treatment and Classical Conditioning, along with environment in which they make Prevention Cognitive models, focusing on their decisions. Increasing From the perspective of human memory. The themes of this course flexibility forces individuals to services, this course offers an will be the adaptive nature, and make many difficult choices with introduction to the dynamics of neural basis of learning regard to family values and family violence with an emphasis and memory. Applications are personal autonomy: often these on treatment and intervention made to animal learning, artificial decisions are being made in the strategies. Students will examine intelligence, development, context of conflicting cultural types of family violence across the behavior modification and training. values. Another focus of the course life span, identification and This course is offered in rotation is the shift from viewing marriage reporting procedures, controversial with PSY 312 and PSY 342. as an institution to viewing it as a issues of relevance to the field of Prerequisite: PSY 101 and junior relationship in which the partners family violence, the impact of status. expect to find companionship and substance abuse/misuse on family intimacy. functioning and violent patterns of PSY/HS 330 3 Prerequisites: SO 101, sophomore behavior, and current and Violent Children: status. innovative approaches to treatment Prevention/Treatment and prevention. This course offers an in depth PSY 333 3 Prerequisite: Upper division status analysis of the dynamics of Psychology of Religion or permission of department violence perpetrated by young This course will provide an children & adolescents with an introduction to the major issues, PSY/SO/HS 320 3 emphasis on treatment and theories and empirical approaches Loss, Grief and Dying intervention strategies. Students to the psychology of religion. It This course provides an overview will examine various forms of will examine the role religion of the range of topics relevant to violence within the context of the plays as a powerful meaning the experience of loss and grief family, school, and community system that can affect the lives of that is part of death. Subject matter including intra-familial violence, individuals in terms of their will encompass a blend of sexual violence by children, beliefs, motivations, emotions and psychological, socio-cultural and aggressive behavior, violence in behaviors, and can influence their historical perspectives on death, school settings, and violence interactions on both interpersonal with a special emphasis placed perpetrated within the community. and intergroup levels. throughout on an exploration of This course will offer students the Psychological theory will be approaches to recognizing and opportunity to explore individual, utilized to understand the role that dealing with grief and life family and community dynamics religion, faith and spirituality play threatening illness. Additional that contribute to the manifestation in different areas of human activity issues to be addressed will include of violent behaviors with an such as health and the recovery the experience of death across the emphasis on current and from physical illness, life span as well as medical, legal, innovative approaches to treatment psychotherapy, sexuality, and other practical concerns and prevention. Students will interpersonal relationships, 151 152 HILBERT COLLEGE violence, racial prejudice, definition. This course will focus explore options for graduate study personality development, on the research associated with and to be prepared to make adolescent behavior, aging and elements of positivism such as applications to graduate programs. mental health. The course content subjective well-being, personality This course is intended for will expose the student to the traits associated with positivism, departmental majors and is a empirical study of religion measurements of happiness, prerequisite for PSY497-498. and religious experiences. It hardiness and mindfulness, This course is typically offered in should also be understood what cognitive styles of attribution and the fall semester. this course is not. It is not a course locus of control and, the Prerequisite: PSY 101 and about specific religious traditions physiology of emotion. permission of advisor. or doctrines. Ultimately, students will learn Prerequisite: PSY 101 about this field of Psychology, its PSY 398 3 complexities and its applications in Independent Study PSY 342 3 both professional and personal Permission of Department Sensation and Perception contexts. Prerequisite: PSY 101 Chair/faculty The study of Sensation and Perception revolves around three PSY 381 3 PSY 406 3 main themes: 1) The nature of the Evolutionary Psychology Cross-cultural Study of physical stimulation, 2) The Evolutionary psychology is the Psychology anatomy of the organs which scientific study of human nature, Given the increasing rate of register and react to this external based on understanding the intercultural contact through the energy, and 3) The interpretation psychological adaptations we have media, technological advances in of the neural coding which arises evolved to cope with survival and communication, and of face-to- from these stimulations. Each of reproductive challenges in face contact, an appreciation of the five senses (sight, hearing, prehistory. Topics covered include: human behavior as it develops and taste, smell, and touch) will be human sexuality, aggression and is understood within diverse considered in terms of these three warfare, status and prestige, social cultures is essential. This course themes. Current theories and dominance, conflict between the will include such topics as philosophical views of sensation sexes, parenting, family life, group development, morality, emotion and perception will be considered cooperation, emotions, and and gender within a multicultural in regard to their explanatory psychopathology. As an emerging context. power in accounting for the perspective in psychology, the Prerequisite: PSY 101. empirical and phenomenological evolutionary approach is already data. Special emphasis will be becoming an important source of PSY 407 3 placed on the demonstration of and new hypotheses, explanations, and Childhood Psychopathology: interaction with phenomena research throughout many areas of Assessment and Treatment covered in this course. This course psychology. This course is intended to be an is offered in rotation with PSY 312 Prerequisite: PSY101 advanced level course focusing on and PSY 322. the etiology, classification, Prerequisite: PSY 101, junior PSY 397 3 assessment, and treatment of a status. Junior Seminar select group of child and The Junior Seminar provides adolescent psychological disorders PSY 351 3 students with a forum for that are most frequently Positive Psychology exploring individual interests in encountered by professionals in Positive Psychology is a study of psychology culminating with an mental health and educational the basic human drive towards in-depth, comprehensive literature settings. Prerequisites: PSY 101 happiness. As a psychological review. In the process students will AND PSY 201 or PSY 203 construct, happiness includes learn to engage in a thorough numerous perspectives and analysis and critique of theory, PSY 408 3 attitudes – contentment, methodology, and results of Organizational Psychology peacefulness, attainment of goals, psychological research. The This course focuses on some of the health, wealth, spirituality, as well seminar also provides structured major issues faced by members of as cultural variations of its exercises designed to help students organizations. These issues include 152 153 HILBERT COLLEGE the meaning of work and quality of Prerequisite: PSY 101 is required. PSY/CJ/HS 416 3 work life; group dynamics and MA 200 (Statistics) is required as Advanced Issues in Family interpersonal relations within preparation for discussion of Violence organizations; common validity and reliability concepts. While family violence is a very old communication patterns and the problem, as an academic discipline effects upon organizational PSY 415 3 it is continually changing. This members; the impact of conflict, Psychology of Extraordinary course is designed to give students competition, and cooperation; and Events the opportunity to examine the the interface between leaders and This course will explore the process of change as they relate to followers. This course combines aspects of life and world events the theoretical, political, and theory with in-class experiential that move beyond the important practical issues associated with exercises and significant to what will be family violence. Students should Prerequisites: PSY 101, junior called ―extra-ordinary‖. The field possess basic knowledge about the status. of Psychology has defined many of history, types and patterns of abuse the components of biological, before taking this course, as well PSY 410 3 behavioral and cognitive as an understanding of the criminal Forensic Psychology functioning in the realm of the justice system. Attention will be A primary goal of this course is to normal and the abnormal. paid to new theoretical consider the current However, much less attention has developments in the field, and understandings of such concepts as been paid to the few but notable changes in the relationship deviance, mental illness, instances where events do not have between theory and practice. The criminality, violence, power and a handy frame of reference, that is, relationship between family control. Along with this goal is the when an event is ―extra-ordinary‖. violence and other forms of violent need to appreciate the effects of In fact these events seem to defy crime will be considered, and the ever-evolving nature of these definition, with most observers current debates in the field will be concepts on perceptual, emotional simply ―knowing‖ or ―having a gut examined and behavioral responses. This feeling‖ when one has occurred. Prerequisites: CJ/HS/PSY 316 or course also considers the balance One of the first tasks in this course CJ 317 of individual vs. societal rights and will be to define what is meant by the responsibilities and the role an ―extra-ordinary‖ event. Once PSY 424 3 played by the legal and mental defined, this course will explore Clinical Psychology: Theory health systems in adjusting and the roles of biological and and Practice maintaining this balance. psychological functioning as they The field of clinical psychology Prerequisite: PSY 101 and junior relate to such events. Functions integrates science, theory, and status. This course serves as a such as arousal, stress, emotion, practice to understand, Criminal Justice elective. motivation, memory, social predict, and alleviate processes, adjustment and maladjustment, disability, and PSY 412 3 psychopathology will be explored discomfort as well as to promote Psychological Tests and by the use of book chapters, human adaptation, adjustment, and Measurement journal articles, movies, and movie personal development. This course This course will introduce students clips. Through these explorations, develops an understanding of the to the theory, methods, and this definition will be modified and theoretical and professional issues applications of psychological a class produced concept map will relate to the delivery of testing. A major objective of the be created as a record of the psychological services to diverse course is to improve the group‘s thoughts on the subject. clinical populations. The course knowledge, understanding and This course is intended to operate introduces students to the field of practices of those who construct similarly to a graduate level clinical psychology and broad tests, those who take tests, and symposium on a current topic in range of associated skills including those who must interpret the the field of Psychology, albeit practice, research and assessment. meaning and value of tests. This appropriately focused for an It emphasizes that clinical course is typically offered in the undergraduate audience. applications should be supported fall semester. by empirical evidence. This
153 154 HILBERT COLLEGE course is offered in rotation with vocational potential. The purpose is intended to provide students PSY 304 and PSY 314 of this class is to provide students with a sound base which can be Prerequisite: 6 credit hours in with an introduction to the field of used to build a personalized style psychology, including PSY 101, rehabilitation services. This of counseling that incorporates the upper division status. course will introduce students to cognitive, emotional and the areas of rehabilitation service behavioral dimensions of human PSY 430 3 provision that are accessible to the experience. Various personal and History of Psychology baccalaureate trained professional issues that emerge in This course provides students with professionals. Students will the counseling relationship will be an overview of psychology as it consider the history, philosophy, explored. Students will have the has developed and transformed organization and services of opportunity to learn from one over time. With such a perspective, vocational rehabilitation; the legal another through collaborative a goal is to appreciate the aspects of rehabilitation and the group work, case studies, and evolution of psychological ideas needs and rights of people with various clinical videos. and practices by studying the disabilities. Students will be Prerequisites: HS 101, sophomore major theoretical approaches and presented with an orientation to status. the impact on today‘s thinking. state, federal, and private agencies This course is typically offered in which are involved in providing RH/HS 204 3 the spring semester. services to individuals with Basic Interviewing Skills Prerequisite: PSY 101 is required, disabilities. The information (Formerly, RH 205 Micro junior status. presented in this course is intended counseling) for students in all majors so that The primary purpose of this course PSY 497-8 3 they may become socially and is to provide students with a Senior Honors Project humanely aware of the issues concrete framework for This two-semester course is for confronting people with interpersonal communication in department majors only with a disabilities and other life their work in rehabilitation and specific area of interest and/or for circumstances. other helping professions. The those planning to pursue a course will focus on the graduate degree in Psychology or RH 201 3 knowledge, skills and attitudes related area. The goal in the first Medical and Psychological necessary for the application of semester is the development and Aspects of Disability communication skills, including proposal of an independent This course provides an overview exploration, mutual understanding research project under the approval of major categories of disabling and taking action in addressing and direction of department conditions that might impact a human problem situations. Special faculty. The second semester is person over the lifespan, including emphasis is placed on developing devoted to the completion of the physical, intellectual, cognitive the skills of attending, listening project and submission of a and psychiatric disabilities. and responding in ways that allow publishable (APA style) product. Biological, psychological and the student to engage in a This course is offered every social aspects of disability will be productive helping relationship. semester. introduced as well as the effect on Emphasis is also placed on Prerequisite: PSY 101, PSY 397 the individual, family and society. applying effective communication and permission of advisor. The student will also investigate skills in collaboration with other adaptations and accommodations professionals and coworkers. As REHABILITATION that will help individuals function part of their development of SERVICES effectively at work, school and communication skills, students will within the community. gain increased understanding of RH 101 3 themselves and their reasons for Introduction to Rehabilitation RH/HS 203 3 pursuing a career in rehabilitation Services Introduction to Counseling services, human services or other Rehabilitation services personnel This course concentrates on the professional fields. Students will assist persons with disabilities in various theoretical approaches to identify personal strengths and achieving their greatest physical, counseling and how they may be limitations they have in relation to mental, social, educational and applied to the process of helping. It working with other people. 154 155 HILBERT COLLEGE Prerequisite: RH 101 or designed to provide knowledge language and discourse, the permission of department and practical application of the Disability Movement, ―disability‖ development and implementation professions, public policy, RH/HS 210 3 of employment plans. Information knowledge and the politics of Human Services Methods and skill building are provided on disability. Students will be This course familiarizes students sources of occupational exploring the evolution of with the various concepts, skills, information and methods involved disability issues from a medical roles, tasks, and activities in job analysis, labor market focus to civil rights, and the comprising human services analysis, job placement, and job contemporary role of persons with practice. Applicable techniques development. Emphasis is on disabilities in American Culture. within a variety of systems will be programs and methods that Special emphasis will be placed on addressed, including interviewing, promote community-integrated understanding U.S. disability in all assessment, case management and employment for persons with facets of society, including recording. severe disabilities. education, media, the workplace Prerequisite: HS 101, sophomore Prerequisite: RH 101 or and social integration. status. permission of department Prerequisite: sophomore status
RH/LW 300 3 RH 305 3 RH/HS 310 3 Internet Research for the Independent Living Human Service Ethics 3 Professions This course will focus on the This course will focus on the Students will learn to perform the emergence of the independent professional principles and social science, legal and factual living movement and philosophy conduct of the human service research required in today‘s including values, beliefs, rights provider. A variety of ethical professionally-oriented academic and freedoms and the commonality dilemmas, ranging from informed programs and workplaces. with other political and social consent and self-determination to Research techniques in print movements in the US. The student working with persons with AIDS sources in the college library are will become familiar with key will be addressed. Complex topics included. Students will learn to legislation, and the development of will require an in-depth effectively research using the four core services: advocacy, examination of personal values, Internet and subscription databases information and referral, peer decision-making models and the available at the Hilbert Library. support and independent living use of supervision. Students will acquire a skill training. Students will have Prerequisite: HS 210 or fundamental knowledge of print an opportunity to visit a local permission of department. sources and their virtual Independent Living Center and see counterparts in an information how these concepts are put into RH/HS 360 3 literacy approach to locating, practice. The information Internship I evaluating, and documenting presented in this course is (Formerly, RH 320) scholarly print and online sources. appropriate for students in all A supervised short-term internship Prerequisite: 45 credits or more majors that may be interested in experience in a human in any major may be used as a disability issues. service/rehabilitation agency general or liberal arts elective. Prerequisite: RH 101 or allows students to apply classroom permission of department learning to practical situations. In RH 303 3 addition, a weekly seminar Vocational Services RH 307 3 provides students with the (Combines with former RH 301 Disability and Society opportunity to discuss and share Assessment in Rehabilitation This course examines current questions and problems related to Services) theories and practices relating to the field work. The internship is This course will serve as an disability. The focus is not reserved for students in their third orientation to the process and persons with disabilities as year of the Human Services and practice of assessing adults with ―objects‖ of study, but rather an Rehabilitation programs. All disabling conditions for analysis of disability as it has been prospective students are required rehabilitation plan development historically and culturally to schedule a conference with the and decision making. It is further constructed. We will investigate Internship Coordinator to make 155 156 HILBERT COLLEGE arrangements for appropriate questions and problems related to religions will be among the topics placements. the field work. All prospective examined. Prerequisite: 45 credit hours and students are required to schedule a Human Services or Rehabilitation conference with the Internship RS 200 3 Services major. Coordinator during the pre- Jesus in the New Testament registration period to make This course is designed to RH/HS 430 3 arrangements for appropriate introduce the student to the study Senior Seminar placement in a Human Service of the New Testament, its This capstone course seeks to agency. The internship is reserved formation, content and concepts enable students to achieve the for senior students in the Human with a special emphasis on inquiry maximum integration of the range Service and Rehabilitation into the person of Jesus Christ and of knowledge, skills and values Services programs. His role in God‘s plan of salvation. which have been explored Prerequisite: HS/RH 360, 60 The course seeks to examine the throughout the previous courses in credit hours (or permission of formation of the Jesus tradition the Human Services and department) and Human Services within the New Testament with a Rehabilitation Services programs. or Rehabilitation Services major special emphasis through an This will be done with a flexible examination of the distinct pictures seminar structure where the broad RH/HS 461 3 left by Mark, Matthew, Luke, John issues of diversity and social Senior Internship II and Paul. justice will be used as a foundation Sequentially follows completion of for the exploration of issues HS/RH 460. (See HS/RH 460 RS 204 3 impacting professional practice. description) Modern Judaism Time will be devoted to assisting Prerequisites: H/RHS 360, HS/RH This course is an introduction to the student to further identify 460, 60 credit hours (or the way of life known as Judaism, career directions and explore the permission of department) and as it is lived by Jews throughout integration of theoretical Human Services or Rehabilitation the world today. The main knowledge and Services major) objective of the course is to personal/professional helping provide an appreciation of the styles. Prerequisites: Senior status RELIGIOUS STUDIES progressive historical development – Human Services or of Judaism, and to discuss the Rehabilitation Services major. RS 101 3 crucial role it plays in every aspect Introduction to Religion of the life of Jewish people in RH/HS 460 3 Why am I here? What is my general and the modern Jew in Senior Internship I purpose in life? Why do bad things particular. This course is This course offers students field happen to good people? Is there sponsored by the Jewish instruction in social agencies under life after death? Questions Chautauqua Society, founded in faculty direction and agency regarding human origins and the 1893, which is under the auspices supervision. Students are to meaning of human experiences of the National Federation of complete this course in two have captivated minds for Temple Brotherhoods and an successive semesters (HS/RH 460 centuries. Often, the answers to affiliate of the Union of American and 461) in order to experience the these questions have taken Congregations. benefit of a long-term internship. religious shape and spurred the A variety of settings are available creation of a variety of religions RS/PS 205 3 to the student. There is an attempt around the world. This course will Confronting the Holocaust to match the choice of agency explore both historic and This interdisciplinary course will within the students‘ area of contemporary expressions of endeavor to achieve an integrated interest. A supervised experience religious concern. Students will be conception of the Holocaust by in a community service agency introduced to major concepts in the studying various aspects of it. The allows students to apply classroom study of world religion. general purpose of this course will learning to practical situations. In Additionally, notions of God, faith, be to sensitize students to the addition, a weekly seminar religious experience, and events and influences of the provides students with the theological reflection across Holocaust by: examining historical opportunity to discuss and share aspects through the use of primary 156 157 HILBERT COLLEGE and secondary sources; choices and actions throughout humans around the world and considering the role of bystanders, their lives. The student will master through history. We are able to Jewish and non-Jewish, an understanding of facts, better understand ourselves and organizations and individuals, concepts, and theories; our own social systems after political and religious leaders; and communicate ideas clearly and looking at others, and this course studying the reactions of victims, persuasively; understand the will foster an understanding of survivors, and oppressors as connections between materials cultural relativity which permits reflected in literature. Prerequisite: under consideration and other students to reexamine their own EN 102, sophomore status. bodies of knowledge; be creative beliefs and assumptions about and produce individual insights; what is natural and unnatural. RS 218 3 and identify the Prerequisite: SO 101 Moral Issues in values inherent in the materials Contemporary Society studied. The classroom structure SO 306 3 This interdisciplinary course will will encourage student Cultural Diversity: Ethnic focus on several fields of moral participation. This course is and Racial Relations investigation which are offered every semester. This course familiarizes the particularly relevant to men and student with the backgrounds and women in contemporary society. SO 102 3 lifestyles of ethnic and racial Beginning with an examination of Social Inquiry & Activism minority groups within the United various approaches to the Society is a contact sport. Through States. The emphasis is on the resolution of moral issues, students our beliefs about the world and the diversity within and the will be encouraged to develop a actions (or lack of actions) those contributions made to our society critical method of issue analysis. beliefs inspire, we literally create by these groups. A variety of Having established a theoretical social reality as we go along. This socio-cultural concepts (such as base for analysis, attention will course helps prepares students to culture, race, ethnicity, cultural then be directed to the examination be responsible citizens in a pluralism) and theories are covered of specific moral issues which participatory democracy by (1) to increase the student‘s confront contemporary society. challenging them to think critically knowledge, awareness of, and Issues will include topics in the about the reality claims in understanding of the American fields of sexuality, bio-medical contemporary public discourse and cultural mosaic. technology, death and dying, (2) providing an in-depth Prerequisite: SO 101, and health care, global justice, business introduction to social activism. sophomore status. and economics. Both traditional views of these moral issues as well SO 201 3 SO/ECO 309 3 as contemporary developments Social Problems Human Economics will be examined. Prerequisite: The purpose of this course is to This course will focus on broad, EN 102, sophomore status. introduce students to some of the interdisciplinary applications of contemporary social problems and economics rather than the more SOCIOLOGY issues facing American society. business-oriented functions Throughout the course, we will associated with traditional business SO 101 3 analyze the nature, causes, and offerings. It is designed as an Introduction to Sociology consequences of these problems elective for students in all The purpose of this introductory with an eye toward developing a programs of study. Topics will course is to explore society and critical understanding and include interpersonal relationships how it operates. Its goal is to exploring potential solutions. (marriage, divorce and family); illuminate for students the Prerequisite: SO 101, EN 101. crime (crime and victims, powerful social forces and patterns victimless crimes, economics of that influence their lives and SO 301 3 crime, cheating and lying); careers. This course will encourage Cultural Anthropology government; college and university students to actively think about, Cultural anthropology is a unique education; health and health care. question, and challenge the issues field of study which examines Prerequisite: Completion of 45 shaping contemporary society so humanity by exploring the social credit hours. that they may pursue informed arrangements and customs of 157 158 HILBERT COLLEGE SO/HS/PSY 320 3 Max Weber‘s ―Rationality‖ as theatre as a launching point for Loss, Grief and Dying typified by modern management looking at your world and its This course provides an overview techniques used today that is in representations in a different and of the range of topics relevant to direct conflict with more critical way. the experience of loss and grief ―Traditionalism‖ still in existence that is part of death. Subject matter in developing and underdeveloped TH 201 3 will encompass a blend of nations. The course focuses on the Acting I psychological, socio-cultural and development of the rational This class will focus on allowing historical perspectives on death, approach of western management the beginning performer to gain with a special emphasis placed that emerged with the economic vital knowledge and experience in throughout on an exploration of system of capitalism and the the art of acting. The physical and approaches to recognizing and industrial revolution to the post- psychological construction of a dealing with grief and life industrialized nations of today. realistic character and its threatening illness. Additional The course takes the student application in performance will be issues to be addressed will include through this 200 year journey the cornerstone of the semester. the experience of death across the using George Ritzer‘s text that Lectures on acting theory will be life span as well as medical, legal, examines the management accompanied by plenty of hands- and other practical concerns techniques developed and on acting exercises and associated with death and the emulated now worldwide by the performances. Emphasis will be accessing of services throughout McDonald Corporation and the placed on Stanislavski, his the course of the dying process. Walt Disney Corporation. ―Method‖ and the way that his Prerequisite: Completion of 45 Prerequisites: SOC 101 and upper work has influenced American and credit hours or permission of division status European acting. From that department. foundation, students will explore THEATRE the way that powerful, ―realistic‖ SO/HS/PSY 332 3 performances can be created on the Marriage and the Family TH 101 3 stage or screen through This course takes a close look at Introduction to Theater monologue, scene-work and full 3 marriage, family, and alternative As with any introductory course in performance. lifestyles. A major theme of the any discipline, Introduction to course is the tension between Theatre seeks to present students TH/EN 301 3 individuals and the societal with the overview of the principles The Theatrical Revolution: environment in which they make and practices of the Western Perspectives on Modern and their decisions. Increasing theatrical tradition. By the end of Contemporary Dramatic flexibility forces individuals to the semester, you will have a Literature make many difficult choices with greater understanding of the The last 150 years has been an era regard to family values and history, structure and practice of of stunning theatrical personal autonomy: often these theatre and see how the performing developments, both in the dramatic decisions are being made in the arts create and are created by our text and in the ways in which those context of conflicting cultural society. On a practical level, you texts were performed. These values. Another focus of the course will develop your own knowledge developments were reactions to a is the shift from viewing marriage and skills in the various ways that period steeped in both wide- as an institution to viewing it as a theatre is created in our culture. reaching intellectual achievements relationship in which the partners You will expand your exposure to and in horrific human atrocities. expect to find companionship and plays and performances, contribute How does artistic expression in intimacy. creatively to the production general and theatrical performance Prerequisite: SO 101, sophomore process (your own and/or the specifically, react and evolve in the status Colleges), and learn the many wake of that (and our own) facets of the collaborative tumultuous era? Students who SO/CJ 336 3 theatrical craft through hands-on successfully complete this course Sociology of Management experience. Perhaps most will be able to trace the This course is designed to present importantly, by the end of the term development of modern and to the student the basic ideology of you will hopefully begin to view postmodern drama, with a strong 158 159 HILBERT COLLEGE emphasis on the American and second, a study of the craft of so doing, students will be European artistic traditions. production, with workshops in discussing a wide range of related Through the reading of primary acting, pantomime, make-up, and issues, including the varying dramatic texts and the screening of set design; third, the actual production styles and techniques specific productions of those texts production and performance of a involved with each script and the (both from live performance and one-act play. broader cultural and social the cinema), the class will be asked Prerequisite: EN 102. framework that makes these works to critically engage with the possible. As with any class that themes, techniques and socio- Theater 321 3 deals with the dramatic arts, our historical contexts of each work. Theory and Method of Play discussions of these plays will be The class will also engage with the Production II framed by the viewing and material through class discussions This class expands on the content analysis of many performances, and their own academic writings and skills taught in TH 320 both live and on video. on specific figures and topics. (Theory and Methods I). The class Prerequisites: ENG 101, Upper assumes a general knowledge of TH 499 3 level status theater along with competence in Independent Study basic theater skills in the areas of TH 318 3 acting, set design, costume, and The History of Theater productions. By the end of the The purpose of this course is to semester, the student will have a provide students with an in-depth greater understanding of the understanding of the art, the history, structure and practice of evolution, and the craft of the theater and see how the performing theater. The course will cover such arts create and are created by our aesthetic issues as theater as art as society. On a practical level, the well as theories of acting and student will develop advanced directing. The course will trace the skills in the many ways that theatre evolution of theater from that of is created within our culture, ancient Greece and Rome to having the opportunity to expand contemporary play productions. his/her experience in specific Throughout the course detailed theatrical fields of interest through attention will be given to stagecraft readings, in-class work and such as set design, lighting, participation in a full theatrical costuming, and make-up. production. Most important, by the Prerequisite: EN 102. end of this term the student will gain the skill by which he/she can TH 320 3 use the discipline of theater as a Theory and Method of lens through one can interpret the Play Production world and its representations Too often plays are viewed by critically. Prerequisites: TH 320 students as written literature that is recited aloud. Such a reductive TH/EN 367 3 approach to theater does a terrible Contemporary Theater injustice to the symbolic richness From the glamour of Broadway and interdisciplinary complexity of and West End productions of The drama. EN 320, therefore, is Producers and Rent, to gritty designed to enable the student to protest Dramas and the avant- attain a more sophisticated garde contemporary theatre is a appreciation of the theater, its vibrant and amazingly diverse art possibilities, limitations, and its form. This class will examine an evolution. The course is divided overview of the dramatic literature into three parts: first, an historical of the last 30 years, with an overview of theater‘s evolution; emphasis on the 21st Century. In 159 160 HILBERT COLLEGE
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President‘s Medal recipient 2001 Joan Crouse Professor, History Sharon Sisti BA, MA, PhD, State University of Assistant Professor, Chairperson, New York at Buffalo Social Sciences Division BS, State University of New York John G. D’Amico College at Fredonia; MSW, State Professor, Business Administration University of New York at Buffalo BS, Canisius College; MA, State University of New York at Buffalo FACULTY: FULL-TIME Taylor Doherty Assistant Professor, Theater Thomas J. Algoe BA, Hilbert College; MAH, State Assistant Professor, Computer University of New York at Buffalo Security & Information Assurance Department Yvonne M. Downes BS, MS Ed, State University College Professor, Criminal Justice, of New York at Buffalo Assistant Chairperson, Social Sciences Division Sandra Augustine BA, MA, PhD, State University of CPA, CFE, Professor Accounting New York at Buffalo Department BS, Canisius College; MS Taxation, Charles Ernst Golden Gate University Tenured Professor, Arts and Sciences Department BA, Muhlenberg College; MA, PhD, University of Pennsylvania
162 163 HILBERT COLLEGE Kathryn Regan Eskew Mary Ann Hobar Erie County Medical Examiner‘s Associate Professor, Human Associate Professor, Assistant Office-Supervising Medical Services Department Chairperson Forensic Investigator (ret.) BS, MS, Syracuse University, CRC, Science/Crime Scene Investigation NCC AA, Hilbert College; BS, Hilbert Deborah Palumbo College; MS, State University College Assistant Professor, Mathematics Ron W. Eskew of New York at Buffalo BS, State University College of New Professor, Psychology Town of Orchard Park Police York at Buffalo; MS, Canisius BS, Oklahoma State University; MS, Department – Patrol Lieutenant (ret.) College PhD, Purdue University Anthony D. Hughes Joseph Parkinson Martin S. Floss Professor, English Assistant Professor, Forensic Professor, Criminal Justice BA, MA, PhD, State University of Science/Crime Scene Investigation Director, Institute of Law and New York at Buffalo BS, California University of Justice Pennsylvania; MA, West Virginia AS, Erie Community College; BS, Herb Kauderer University; MS, State University College of New Assistant Professor, Communication U.S. Probation Service- Senior York at Buffalo; PhD, Rutgers Studies and English Officer, Electronic Monitoring University; Federal monitor Buffalo BA, MA State University College of Specialist (ret.) Police Department New York at Buffalo, MFA Goddard College Kathleen R. Pierino Chris Gallant Associate Professor, Criminal Assistant Professor Andrew Kolin Justice Digital Media and Communication Professor, Political Science BS, MS, State University College of Studies BA, Lehman College, City University New York at Buffalo, PhD, State BS, Buffalo State College of New York; MA, PhD. City University of New York at Buffalo MFA State University of New York at University Graduate Center New York State Police – Buffalo Investigator/Sergeant (ret.) Jenelle Kostran James Golden Assistant Professor, Mathematics Edward A. Pristach Assistant Professor, BA, Canisius College, MA, State Tenured Professor, Psychology Psychology/Social Sciences University College of New York at BA, PhD, State University of New Ph.D., State University of New York Buffalo York at Buffalo at Albany Colleen Kumiega Daniel Roland Marne A. Griffin Assistant Professor, Human Professor, Accounting/Business Associate Professor, English Services Administration AA, Hilbert College; BS, MA, AAS, BS, Hilbert College; MS, BS, MS, State University College of Slippery Rock University Canisius College New York at Buffalo; MBA, St. Bonaventure University William Haslinger Julie Kusmierz CFE, Associate Professor, Associate Professor, Human Judith Slon Computer Security & Information Services Professor, Biology Assurance Department BA, D‘Youville College; MSW, PhD, BS, State University College of New BS, MBA, Canisius College State University of New York at York at Buffalo; BSN, RN, Buffalo D‘Youville College; MST, Cornell Erika Haygood University Assistant Professor, Social Sciences Carol Nowak BA, New York University, MA, Associate Professor, Psychology Amy E. Smith Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity BA, Canisius College; MA, PhD, Tenured Professor, English School Wayne State University Director of Honors/Elders Programs Patrick Heraty Carraugh Reilly Nowak BA, Allegheny College; MA, PhD, Professor, Business Administration Assistant Professor, Forensic State University of New York at BS, Marquette University; MS, MBA, Science/Crime Scene Investigation Buffalo Canisius College BS, State University of New York at Buffalo; MFS George Washington University
163 164 HILBERT COLLEGE W. Gordon Snow Cindy Chandler, Esq. Tenured Professor, Law & FACULTY Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies Government; Director of PART-TIME JD, Albany Law School, BA, Instructional Technology University of Albany, AAS Rockland BA, Hampshire College; MA, PhD, Earleen Adamson Community College State University of New York at Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Buffalo Justice Charles D. Clark, Jr. AAS, Erie Community College; BS, Assistant Professor, Business Roger E. Stone State University of New York at Administration Professor, Legal Studies Buffalo; MS, University of Cincinnati BS, MBA, State University of New Department NYS Dept. of Corrections–Sgt. York at Buffalo BA, State University of New York at Plattsburg; JD, State University of Ed Barszcz Michael Colquhoun New York at Buffalo Law School Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics Adjunct Assistant Professor BS, State University of New York at BA, MFA, PhD, State University of Mark D. Thrasher Buffalo; MA, West Virginia New York at Buffalo CPA, Assistant Professor, University; Ed.D. State University of Accounting Department New York at Buffalo Patrick Crotty BS, State University of New York Adjunct Instructor, Business College at Fredonia; JD, Concord Law Bradley J. Bartram BA, MA, St. John Vianney Sem., School, L.L.M., Criminal Law, State Adjunct Instructor, Computer MS, American University University of New York at Buffalo Security & Information Assurance Law School Department John P. Culhane, Jr. BS, Hilbert College Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Donald Vincent Justice Assistant Professor, Digital Media Fred Becker BA, Saint John Fisher College; JD, St. and Communication Studies Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Mary‘s School of Law Federal Bureau BA, Geneseo College; MA, State Justice of Investigation- Special Agent (ret.) University of New York at Buffalo, AAS, Erie Community College; BS, PhD State University of New York at State University College of New York Kevin Cunningham Buffalo at Buffalo; MA, John Jay College of Adjunct Instructor, Physical Criminal Justice; Education Bernard G. Walsh Rite Aid Corp. - Manager, Loss BA, State University of New York at Assistant Professor, Criminal Prevention Buffalo Justice BS, City University of New York, Robert M. Beuler Michael Curry John Jay College; MA, Central Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Adjunct Instructor, Biology Michigan University; Justice BA, Canisius College, D.P.M., Ohio Federal Bureau of Investigation BS, State University of New York at College of Podiatric Medicine Special Agent (ret.) Buffalo; MS, Canisius College; Baker Victory Services-Administrator William C. Curtin Donna Zimpfer (ret.) Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Assistant Professor, Justice Criminal Justice Cindy Bleasdale BS, Canisius College; JD, State AA, Jamestown Community College; Adjunct Instructor, Accounting University of New York at Buffalo BS, Hilbert College; MS, State BS, Hilbert College; MBA, St. School of Law, New York State Police University College of New York at Bonaventure University Investigator (ret.) Buffalo; New York State Department of Robert L. Cannata Mary Dedrick Correctional Services, Lakeview Adjunct Instructor, Human Adjunct Instructor, Physical Incarceration Facility – Correctional Services Education Officer/Drill Instructor AA, Erie Community College; BS, BA, State University of New York Empire State College; MS, State College at Oswego; MS, University of University of New York at Buffalo Massachusetts
164 165 HILBERT COLLEGE Rosanne T. Dee Gregg Haas Lisa Lograsso Adjunct Instructor, Business Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics Administration Science/Crime Scene Investigation AAS, Hilbert College; BS, MS, BS, State University of New York at AAS, Erie Community College Canisius College Buffalo; MS, State University of New York College at Buffalo Martin W. Hamann Michael Lukaisk Adjunct Instructor, Psychology Adjunct Instructor, English Angela M. Demerle, Esq. M.S.W., State University of New BA, State University of New York Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies York at Buffalo; M.A., The Catholic College at Buffalo BA State University of New York at University of America; M. Div., BA, Buffalo, MLS University of St. John Vianney Seminary Jason Luna Pittsburgh, JD, West Virginia Adjunct Instructor, Criminal University College of Law Patrick Healy Justice BS, Hilbert College; JD, State Adjunct Instructor, Management University of New York at Buffalo Karen Dillon Information Systems School of Law, Attorney Adjunct Instructor, Human BS, Hilbert College Services Steve MacMartin BS, State University College of New Sarah Henderson Adjunct Instructor, Computer York at Buffalo; MSW, Adjunct Instructor, Art History Security & Information Assurance State University of New York at BA, University of Wisconsin at BS, Universitatis Santrti-Laurentii Buffalo Madison; MA University of Michigan at Ann Arbor John Manth Edward J.P. Drabczyk Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Bonnie Hogan Justice Justice Adjunct Associate Professor, AAS, Niagara County Community AAS, Genesee Community College; English College; BA University of Maryland; BS, State University College of New BS, MS, State University College of MA, State University College of New York at Buffalo New York at Buffalo York at Buffalo- Erie I Board of Albright Knox Art Gallery – Director Cooperative Educational Services – of Security John Hoerner Criminal Justice Teacher Adjunct Instructor, Biology Raymond E. Ernst BS, State University College at Douglas Marky Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Buffalo; MS, State University College Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies Science/Crime Scene Investigation at Buffalo BA, JD, State University of New York BA, SUNY Institute of Technology at Buffalo New York State Police, Forensic Paul Jonmaire Identification Unit-Investigator. Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Mark Maronski Science/Crime Scene Investigation Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Darcie A. Falsoni, Esq. BA, Canisius College; PhD, Justice Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies University of Cincinnati College of AA, Hilbert College; BS, Mountain JD, State University of New York at Medicine State University; Buffalo, School of Law; BA, Canisius FBI National Academy, US Customs College Karen R. Kaczmarski and Border Protection Agency Adjunct Instructor Legal Studies Jennifer Flannery, Esq. Department Erin McCarthy Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies BA, JD, State University of New York Adjunct Instructor, Criminal JD, State University of New York at at Buffalo Justice Buffalo, School of Law, BA, State AA, Erie Community College; BS, University of New York at Jenny Kahl MS, State University College of New Binghamton Adjunct Instructor, Liberal Studies York at Buffalo BA, University of Wisconsin Buffalo Police Department-Officer Scott Folster MA, State University of New York at Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Buffalo Michael G. McCartney Science/Crime Scene Investigation Adjunct Instructor, Computer New York State Police Computer Craig Koval Security & Information Assurance Crime Unit-Investigator Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies Department BS, Ithaca College BA, Canisius College
165 166 HILBERT COLLEGE Dennis McLaughlin Catherine E. Nagel, Esq. Richard Qualey Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice JD, State University of New York at Justice BBA, St. Bonaventure University; Buffalo, School of Law; BA, State AA, Hilbert College, BS, State MS, State University College of New University of New York at Buffalo University College of New York at York at Buffalo Buffalo; MS, St. Bonaventure Buffalo Police Department – Patrol Sandra A. Newton University; Lieutenant Adjunct, Mathematics New York State Police – BA, State University College of New Investigator/Sergeant Michael Melton York at Buffalo; MA, State University Adjunct Instructor, Forensic of New York at Buffalo Colleen M. Rahill-Beuler Science/Crime Scene Investigation Adjunct Instructor, Criminal FBI National Academy; John R. Nuchereno, Esq. Justice Town of Amherst Police Department, Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies BS, State University College of New Special Services Unit, JD, Louisiana State University School York at Buffalo; MS, Millersville Captain/Commander (ret.) of Law, BS, State University of New State College York at Buffalo U.S. Probation Service – Senior Kathleen Miller Officer – Sentencing Guidelines Adjunct Instructor, Sociology Lynn O’Connor Specialist BA, MA, PhD, State University of Adjunct Instructor, Business New York at Buffalo Administration, Joseph Rath BS, MBA, Canisius College Adjunct Instructor, Criminal John Moffat Justice Adjunct Instructor, Rehabilitation Sam Palmiere BA, St. Bonaventure University; Services Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Homeland Security (ret.) BA, State University of New York at Justice Buffalo; MS, State University College BS, State University College of New John Reinholz of New York at Buffalo York at Buffalo Adjunct Instructor, Criminal US Attorneys‘ Office-Liaison Officer Justice Deborah Mogavero Town of Tonawanda-Chief of Police BS, Houghton College; MA, State Adjunct Instructor, Forensic (ret.) University of New York at Albany Science/Crime Scene Investigation New York State Police-Investigator BS, Hilbert College Patricia Patronik (ret.) Adjunct Instructor, English Craig Moore MA, Canisius College Jerry Rice Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Adjunct instructor, Mathematics Science/Crime Scene Investigation Scott Patronik BA, University at Buffalo; MS, State AA, Niagara College, Welland Adjunct Instructor, Computer University College at Buffalo Ontario Canada; BS, Hilbert College; Security and Information Assurance Niagara Regional Police, Ontario Department Paul Rokitka Canada, Forensic Services Unit- BS, State University College of New Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics Detective Constable York at Buffalo; MS, James Madison BS, MS, State University College of University New York at Buffalo Michael R. Moravec Adjunct Instructor, Business Michael Pliszka Anthony SanGiacomo Administration and Legal Studies Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Adjunct Instructor, Business and AB, University of Notre Dame; JD, Justice Criminal Justice University of Chicago AAS, Erie Community College; BS, BSW, State University College of State University College of New York New York at Buffalo; MPA, Canisius Joseph Mordino at Buffalo; MSW, State University of College Adjunct Instructor, Criminal New York at Buffalo, CSW U.S. Probation Service – Deputy Chief Justice Erie County Sheriff‘s Department – BA, LeMoyne College; JD, State Chief of Patrol Marcia Scott University of New York at Buffalo, Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Erie County District Attorney‘s Mark Popiel Justice Office- Prosecutor (ret) Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies BS, State University College of New BA, Brock University, JD State York at Buffalo; MS, Utica College of University of New York at Buffalo Syracuse University.
166 167 HILBERT COLLEGE Buffalo Police Department- Chief of Erie I Board of Cooperative Patrol, ―C‖ District Educational Services – Criminal Justice Instructor BOARD OF William Scully Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Mark Warren TRUSTEES Justice Adjunct Instructor, Business BS, Hilbert College; New York State Administration and Legal Studies Ann Swan Police Instructor Certification BA, State University of New York at Board Chairperson Town of Hamburg Police Department, Albany; JD, State University of New Retired Teacher Detective Sergeant (ret.) York at Buffalo Law School Phillip T. Catanese A. Daniel Shea Stephen J. Whitehead Vice Chairperson Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Adjunct Instructor, Business Vice President of Retail Stores Science/Crime Scene Investigation Administration The Buffalo News BS, State University of New York at BS, MBA, State University of New Buffalo York at Buffalo Michael T. Gacioch Town of Hamburg Police Department Board Secretary Captain of Detectives (ret.) Lorrance Wehrmann, President Adjunct Instructor, Social Sciences National Property Management Robert P. Simpson MS Ed, St. Bonaventure University Association, Inc Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies BS Rochester Institute of Technology, Charles P. Woelfel Livingston Alexander JD, State University of New York at Adjunct Instructor, Marketing President Buffalo BA, State University of New York at University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Albany Rev. Paul Steller Brooke Anderson-Tompkins Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy Peter J. Wolfe President BA, Niagara University; MS, Canisius Adjunct Instructor, Law and First Priority Mortgage College; MA, Catholic University Government BA, Allegheny College; JD, State James Balon Ann Sylves University of New York at Buffalo Vice President of Corporate Finance Adjunct Instructor, Psychology Multisorb Technologies, Inc. BA, State University College of New David Zack York at Fredonia; MS, Ed.S. State Adjunct Instructor, Forensic Mary Lee Campbell-Wisley University of New York at Albany; Science/Crime Scene Investigation Vice President/General Manager Ph. D., State University of New York AAS, Erie Community College; New York Markets at Buffalo Cheektowaga Police Department, Universal American Forensic Science Unit –Captain Kelly Thiel John A. Ciminelli Adjunct Instructor, Mathematics Senior Vice President BS, St. Bonaventure University, MS, LP Ciminelli Syracuse University Robert Clerici Vincent Tobia Vice President Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Inergex, Inc. Justice AAS, Community Colleges of the Air Sr. Benedicta Dega, FSSJ Force; BS, State University College of Chaplain of Surgery Dept. New York at Buffalo; St. Joseph Hospital Blasdell/Angola Police Department - Patrolman Deborah DiMatteo Vice President, M& T Bank Jennifer Upson Steiner Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Joseph Dommer Justice President AA, Niagara County Community Baer & Associates, LLC College; BS, MS, Social Studies Certification, State University College of New York at Buffalo 167 168 HILBERT COLLEGE James Dunlop Sr. Joyce Kubiniec, FSSJ Alumni Association President Executive Vice President & Chief Franciscan Sisters of Saint Joseph Amy Meisner Financial Officer Catholic Health Systems Mary Kate O’Connell Trustees Emeriti Artistic/Executive Director of Edward Gelia, Jr. O'Connell & Company Sister M. Andrea Ciszewski, FSSJ Executive Vice President Director of Curriculum United Insurance Agency Donald A. Ogilvie Diocese of Springfield, MA District Superintendent Robert J. Donough Daniel Gernatt, Jr. Erie I BOCES Banker, Retired CEO Gernatt Asphalt Products, Inc. Carol Palczewski Robert Drago, Sr. Owner/President President Vastye Gillespie Scandia Travel & Tours Goya Foods Great Lakes County of Erie Department of Social Services Father Michael E. Sajda, OFM Bradley H. Hafner Conv. Chairman of the Board Sr. Sharon Goodremote, FSSJ President West Herr Automotive Group Public Policy Coordinator St. Francis High School Catholic Charities George Johengen Sister Judith Elaine Salzman School Administrator, Retired Anthony Habib General Minister Roger Palczewski CEO Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph Chief Operating Officer, Rosina Foods Petri Baking Products Ronald J. Soluri, Sr. Maureen Saab Richard C. Hamister Director Director of Development, Retired Vice President Area Sales Manager Freed, Maxick & Battaglia, CPA‘s First Niagara Bank Karen Gaughan Scott John Wabick Attorney at Law Vincent O. Hanley, Partner Vice President Jaeckle, Fleischmann & Mugel West Herr Automotive Thomas Waring, Jr. President James E. Iglewski Gretchen L. Wylegala Waring Financial Group, LLC Managing Director, Market Invest. Asst. United States Attorney Executive United States Attorney‘s Office Paul Weaver Bank of America Partner Cynthia Zane Jaeckle, Fleischmann & Mugel Wayne Keller President Commercial Executive Hilbert College Merle Whitehead HSBC Bank USA, National Assoc. President/CEO Honorary Trustee Realty USA Bishop John Nevins
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Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences American Academy of Forensic American Association of Collegiate Academy of Security Educators and Sciences Institute Registrars and Trainers American Association of Colleges or Admissions Officers Allegany Mountain Collegiate Universities American Association for Higher Conference Education 168 169 HILBERT COLLEGE American Association for Paralegal National Business Educators‘ New York State Education Education Association Department American Association of University National Collegiate Athletic Office of Higher Education and the Women Association Professions American College Personnel National Collegiate Honors Council Cultural Education Center Room Association National Council for Resource 5B28 American Correctional Association Development Albany, New York 12230 American Library Association National Criminal Justice Association (518) 474-5851 American Probation and Parole National Federation of Paralegal Association Association The Paralegal Studies Degree American Society of Criminology National Rehabilitation Association Programs are approved by the American Sociological Association New York Leadership Educators American Bar Association. Association for Student Judicial Consortium Affairs New York Library Association Civil Rights Compliance Association of American Colleges and New York State Association of College Statement Universities Admissions Counselors Hilbert College admits students Association of Catholic Colleges and New York State Economics without regard to their age, race, Universities Association Association of College Administration New York State Financial Aid creed, sex, ethnic background, or Professionals Administrators Association physical handicap to all the rights, Association of College Unions New York State Human Services privileges, programs, and activities International Educators Association generally accorded or made Association of Franciscan Colleges New York State Rehabilitation available to students at the college. and Universities Association It does not discriminate on the Association on Higher Education and New York State Society of Bursars and basis of race, color, national and Disability Business Administrators ethnic origin in administration of Buffalo Chamber of Commerce New York State Transfer and its educational policies, admissions Catholic Campus Ministry Association Articulation Association policies, scholarship and loan Catholic Library Association Niagara Frontier College Placement College Student Personnel Association Association programs, and athletic and other Commission on Independent Colleges Niagara Frontier Residence Hall college-administered programs. and Universities Association Campus Coordinator for Title IX Council for Advancement and Support Northeastern Association of Criminal and Section 504 is Mr. James of Education Justice Sciences Sturm, Vice Provost for Criminal Justice Educators Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce Leadership Development. Association of New York State Professional and Organizational Council of Independent Colleges Development Network Disclaimer Eastern Association of College and Rotary Club Hamburg/Sunrise All rules, regulations, policies, University Business Officers procedures, programs, courses, and Eastern College Athletic Conference Hilbert College is accredited by the Financial Management Association Commission on Higher Education of staff are subject to change without Hamburg Chamber of Commerce the Middle States Association of notice. Catalogs and Brochures do International Leadership Association Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market not constitute a legal contract Middle States Association of Colleges Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215- between students and the College. and Schools 662-5606. The Commission on For further information on any National Association for Campus Higher Education is an institutional material contained in this catalog, Activities accrediting agency recognized by the contact the Director of Admissions National Association of College U.S. Secretary of Education and the or the Vice President for Academic Admissions Counselors Commission on Recognition of Affairs. National Association of College Postsecondary Accreditation. Auxiliary Services National Association of School Financial All college degree programs are CEEB College Code Number: Aid Administrators registered by the New York State 2334 National Association of College and Education Department. ACT College Code Number: University Business Officers 2759 National Association of Social Workers National Association of Student Personnel Administrators 169 170 HILBERT COLLEGE FACILITIES forty-two thousand print volumes The campus complex consists of with nearly four thousand twelve buildings situated in a park- electronic books. The Library like setting. Designed to subscribes to 350 scholarly accommodate an enrollment of journals, professional and popular more than 1000 students, the magazines, and newspapers.
5200 SOUTH PARK AVENUE complex includes Franciscan Hall, Adding great strength and breadth HAMBURG, NEW YORK Bogel Hall, Paczesny Hall, to these print holdings are over 14075-1597 William E. Swan Auditorium, twelve thousand full-text McGrath Library, the Campus periodicals, which are available www.hilbert.edu Center, the Residence Halls and electronically through subscription Apartments, the Hafner Recreation databases. Other non-print 1-800-649-8003 Center, and the Maintenance materials include an extensive 1-716-649-7900 Facility. The campus has wireless video collection as well as audio, internet access. CD-ROM, and microform items. Office of admissions: ext: 211 Office of Student Finance: ext: Franciscan Hall, completed July Through membership in the 314 of 1997, houses the career Western New York Library development office, a student Resources Council, McGrath Location services office including student Library participates in a variety of records and student finance, cooperative initiatives including Hilbert College is situated on a 40 admissions, administration offices, interlibrary loan, the area‘s virtual acre suburban campus in the Town conference rooms, and a large union catalog, purchasing, and of Hamburg, New York, space for receptions to be held on continuing professional education. approximately ten miles south of campus. Buffalo. The Campus Center, located Bogel Hall includes faculty directly behind Franciscan Hall, is Metropolitan bus service provides offices, classrooms, one large the hub of the social activities on access to campus. The Buffalo lecture hall, computer laboratories, the Hilbert Campus. The lower Airport and Amtrak Station are a an academic support center, the level of the Center houses the 20 minute drive to campus. In chapel, campus ministry, the Campus Bookstore, the offices of addition, Hilbert College is two multicultural affairs office and a Student Government Association miles from Lake Erie or Ralph café. and Director of Student Activities. Wilson Stadium, home to the The lower level also has a student Buffalo Bills. HSBC arena, home Paczesny Hall is a two-story lounge/recreation area where of the Buffalo Sabres, is a 20 building housing classrooms with students can go to relax, play pool minute drive. smartboard technology, the or table tennis, or watch TV. On Institute for Law and Justice, the the upper level of the Campus Students attending the College Communication Media Lab, the Center, the main Dining Hall, and benefit from the offerings of a Honors Lounge, and faculty counseling office can be found. suburban setting, the resort and offices. country areas, and the St. Joseph Hall is a co-educational cosmopolitan fare of a major city. William E. Swan Auditorium, is residential facility. It is a two- Touring artists, major concerts, a a 430 seat facility with the ability story structure with a maximum philharmonic orchestra, a to host theatrical performances, capacity of 112 residents. Each of professional theatre, a nationally academic presentations and films. the four wings has its own laundry renowned art gallery are all within facility. A private bathroom a short traveling distance from McGrath Library is a vital adjoins every two-rooms. Each campus. Choice ski resorts are also resource unit supporting Hilbert room is equipped with basic cable, located within a reasonable College‘s academic programs. internet access, two phone jacks traveling radius. Five full-time librarians staff the (for easy phone installation), beds, spacious two-story facility. Its desks and closets. Recreational book collection is in excess of lounges are located on each of the 170 171 HILBERT COLLEGE floors. The lounges provide based on a green technology various recreational equipment, a system. Trinity Hall also houses microwave, and on the first floor the Office of Residential Life and lounge there are six computers Judicial Affairs. with Internet capability and a printer. St. Joseph is also home to Hafner Recreation Center, the Cappuccino Family Wellness completed in 1979 and expanded Center which provides on-campus in 2005, corresponds with the clinic support, including physicals, architecture of the other campus first aid and wellness buildings. The 24,000 square foot programming. The center is being structure consists principally of a staffed and managed by a nurse recreation-convocation area which practitioner and medical assistant is the size of two regulation from Catholic Health in Buffalo. basketball courts. Locker rooms, fitness and training areas, showers, The Hilbert College Apartments storage areas, a snack bar, and the (Ruffino House, Sister Katherine athletic offices complete the House, St. Agnes House, Leo interior. All services are on one House) are state-of-the-art floor. In addition to basketball, the apartment buildings with a gymnasium area accommodates capacity of seventeen students per volleyball, physical fitness building. Each building contains oriented activities. Located behind four single-sex apartments which the recreation center are two can house four or five students in soccer fields. single bedrooms. Each apartment also contains two bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, air conditioning, ample storage space, and is fully furnished. Rooms are equipped with basic cable, phone jacks, and internet access. Each building also contains laundry facilities.
Trinity Hall. The 51,000-square- foot Trinity Hall is Hilbert‘s first new residence hall in nearly 40 Hilbert is: years. Designed to foster a strong sense of campus community life, 10 minutes from downtown the building houses fully furnished Buffalo, NY six-person suites with common 5 minutes from Lake Erie living areas and double rooms 17 miles from Fort Erie, Canada adjoined by private bathrooms, as 30 miles from Niagara Falls, NY well as a 5,100-square-foot 80 miles from Rochester, NY recreation area, lounges, a 295 miles from Albany, NY computer lab and study rooms. 280 miles from Saratoga, NY Living area features include wired 370 miles from New York City and wireless Internet access, air- 85 miles from Erie, PA conditioning, cable television, 110 miles from Toronto, Canada telephone lines, and access to free 205 miles from Pittsburgh, PA laundry facilities in the building. 180 miles from Cleveland, OH The building will be heated and 360 miles from Rutland, VT cooled using geothermal energy 460 miles from Boston, MA 171 172