UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2007 - 2009 - SUNY Fredonia

UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG2007 - 2009

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SUNY FredoniaFredonia, NY 14063

Telephone: (716) 673-32511-800-252-1212

FAX: (716) 673-3249

E-mail:[email protected]

www.fredonia.edu

State University of New York at Fredonia

2 State University of New York at Fredonia

Welcome to the State University of New York atFredonia. Consistently ranked as one of the finestpublic universities in the North, SUNY Fredonia isrecognized for high academic standards, stronggraduation rates, and outstanding student services.

Fredonia’s exceptional academic reputation isgenerated by a commitment from the entire campuscommunity to prepare you for the opportunities andchallenges of the twenty-first century. Our corecurriculum immerses you in an understanding ofglobal perspectives and cultures, encourages you tosharpen your communication skills, and allows youto explore academic disciplines with up-to-dateapplications of emerging technologies.

Student academic success, a hallmark at SUNYFredonia for the past 180 years, led to the adoptionof our campus motto: “Where Success is aTradition.” Students routinely receive personalassistance from faculty and staff in exploring majors, developing a course of study, and identifying careerchoices.

Another significantcomponent of youreducation is theopportunity to participate in extracurricular andvolunteer activities.Intramural andintercollegiate sportsteams, internships, student government and residencelife, music and theatricalproductions, guestspeakers and visitingartists, and over 120student clubs andorganizations offer outlets for your interests,creativity, and energy.

This Undergraduate Catalog is your guidebook to the many opportunities available to you at SUNYFredonia. Use it to make the most of your adventurein higher education.

Dennis L. Hefner, Ph.D.President

Table of Contents

Mission Statement 5

Accreditation 5

University Calendar 6

Undergraduate Programs and Area Specializations Directory 7

Minors 8

Undergraduate Departments and Programs 9

SUNY Fredonia’s History 94

Course Descriptions 97

General Undergraduate Academic Information 177

College Core Curriculum 177

Academic Advising 178

Liberal Arts 178

Fredonia in 4 178

Pre-Professional Programs 179

Study Abroad 179

Student Creative Activity and Research 180

Academic and Student Services 181

Reed Library 181

Information Technology 181

The Learning Center/Disability Support Services 181

Educational Development Program 182

Career Development Office 182

Counseling Center 183

Center for Multicultural Affairs 184

Student Life on Campus 184

Fredonia Organizations and Activities 187

Honors 192

Undergraduate Admissions 195

Expenses 198

Billing Procedures and Payment Requirements 200

Scholarship Opportunities 202

Financial Aid 207

Educational Community Outreach 213

Academic Policies 217

Student Rights and Responsibilities 227

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 249

Rules and Regulations for Maintenance of Public Order on Campus 249

Fredonia College Council 254

Fredonia Campus Administration 255

Faculty 258

Index 266

Campus Map outside back cover

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SUNY Fredonia offers a variety ofundergraduate majors in the arts, humanities, and

the natural and socialsciences, as well asprofessional programs, andgraduate master’s andadvanced certificate programsin many areas.

Faculty and professional staffare committed to providing ahigh quality educationalexperience through classroomteaching and performance andresearch opportunities. Smallclass sizes reflect ourdedication to a personalapproach in helping you toachieve your educationalgoals.

In the most recent Student OpinionSurvey administered throughout theState University of New York byAmerican College Testing, currentstudents ranked Fredonia at the topin categories including the quality offine and performing arts facilities,cultural harmony, and the college’scontribution to the growth andlearning needed for a career.Students were also highly satisfiedwith opportunities for involvement incampus activities and sports, and the availability of faculty outside of classfor meetings and discussions.

Community and Region

SUNY Fredonia is located in the heart ofnorthern Chautauqua County at Exit 59 of theNew York State Thruway. Students have theadvantages of a small campus but are just ashort drive away from major metropolitanareas. The neighboring city of Dunkirk islocated on the shores of Lake Erie, which along with Chautauqua Lake, offer ideal locations forfaculty/student research projects in the naturalsciences. Nearby ski centers beckon studentsduring the winter months.


Your Educational Experience

We provide opportunities in and outside of theclassroom that reflect an educational philosophybased on the evolution of the total student.Fredonia’s Honors Program provides uniqueeducational opportunities to highly motivatedstudents.

Internships and research opportunities are availableand encouraged in several academic areas. Youalso can participate in study abroad programsconducted by Fredonia and other cooperatingcolleges and universities.

In Support of Your Education

We believe that for students to achieve success,academic programs require the support of theentire campus community. Our academic andstudent services are exceptional, and reflect ourdedication to your growth and development.

SUNY Fredonia and the Fredonia CollegeFoundation awarded a total of nearly a milliondollars in scholarships for the most recentacademic year. In addition, our Financial AidOffice works diligently to help students toobtain maximum aid through federal and stateprograms.

Your Life on Campus

A combination of strong educational options combined with a highquality of student life is the right formula for success. Participationin student activities, campus governance, and sports cancontribute to a heightened sense of self-awareness andself-assurance.

Fredonia’s residence halls provide you with a comfortable and secureatmosphere with activities planned by residents. Our new UniversityCommons combines a residence hall with the college bookstore, aconvenience store, and a Starbucks Coffee shop.

In addition to our student newspaper, radio and television stations,music, dance and theatre activities are open to all students,regardless of major. There are Greek organizations, a Leadershipdevelopment program, and many intramural and intercollegiatesports teams.

Come to Fredonia. Where Success is a Tradition.

INTRODUCTION 5

SUNY Fredonia Mission StatementThe State University of New York at Fredonia, acomprehensive institution of higher education, declares asits mission:

To offer programs at the baccalaureate and master’sdegree levels – within and across the disciplines thatcomprise the liberal arts and sciences and in certainCometo Fredonia. Where Success is a Tradition. professional andapplied fields – consistent with the university’s existingstrengths, its participation in the SUNY system, and thecontemporary and future needs of a changing society; andto affirm the centrality, in this enterprise, of a generaleducation in the arts, humanities, and sciences.

To encourage teaching and learning in formal and informalsettings on and off campus, as well as through fieldexperiences, student support programs, services andactivities, and advising and counseling.

To promote involvement in the scholarly and creativeenterprise by recognizing and supporting a broad range ofintellectual activity; basic research and artistic creation;understanding, synthesis, and interpretation of existingknowledge and art; sponsored projects; and research thatseeks to improve methods of teaching and learning. Theuniversity values and supports scholarly activity that directly involves students in the creative process and recognizesthat the patterns of knowledge at the frontiers of researchincreasingly cross disciplinary boundaries.

To contribute to the intellectual, social, and emotionaldevelopment of students by preserving the quality ofcampus life beyond the classroom and laboratory, byinsuring a rich variety of experiences within a congenialresidential atmosphere and an engaging physicalenvironment, and by encouraging a supportive sense ofcommunity.

To develop and support service to individuals andorganizations beyond the campus by opening theuniversity’s extensive educational, recreational, and cultural facilities to the community; by providing opportunities toattend lectures, athletic, and cultural events, by operatingprograms and clinics in association with specializedinstructional programs, and by encouraging faculty and staff to contribute their expertise to the variety ofcommunity-based endeavors for which it may be of value.

To commit the university to education that provides anawareness of global interdependence and cultural diversitythrough its curricular and co-curricular activities. Throughactive recruitment of students, faculty, and staff fromunderrepresented populations and the inclusion of thisdiversity in its programs, the university seeks to provide itsstudents with the academic and personal richness affordedby exposure to such pluralistic perspectives.

To draw upon and contribute to the academic resources ofthe State University of New York and, in the context ofexcellence, to further SUNY’s mission of providingaccessible higher education to the diverse citizenry of NewYork State which the university serves.

About This CatalogInformation in this Undergraduate Catalog is accurate as ofJanuary 1, 2007. However, all information is subject tochange. Updated information may be obtained from the

Office of Admissions, State University of New York atFredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063.

The university reserves the right to cancel any course forwhich the enrollment is deemed insufficient or for otheradministrative reasons. The university also reserves theright to change faculty assignments and therefore cannotguarantee students the faculty of their choice.

The State University of New York at FredoniaUndergraduate Catalog is published by the Office ofPublication Services. The university also publishes aseparate Graduate Catalog.

Affirmative ActionSUNY Fredonia fully subscribes to the Non-discriminationPolicy of the State University of New York.

The State University of New York, in accordance withapplicable federal and state laws, does not discriminate onthe basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion,age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and arrestand/or conviction record. Further, in accordance with theVietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Acts,disabled and Vietnam Era veterans are ensured ofnon-discriminatory treatment.

Any violations of the university's non-discrimination policyshould be reported to the Director of Affirmative Action, 143Fenton Hall, (716) 673-3358.

A SUNY-wide grievance procedure is available to allstudents and employees in cases of discrimination. Aperson who feels he/she has been a victim of discrimination for any of the above reasons, should feel free to contact the Director. Persons who wish to initiate such a grievance orcomplaint should also feel free to bring a friend or advisorwith them.

AccreditationThe State University of New York at Fredonia is fullyaccredited by:

The Board of Regents of the State University of New York.

The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle StatesAssociation of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market St.,Philadelphia, PA 19124, Tel. (215) 662-5606. TheCommission on Higher Education is an institutionalaccrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary ofEducation and the Commission on Recognition ofPostsecondary Education.

The university’s Accounting and Business Administrationprograms are accredited by the International Assembly forCollegiate Business Education, P.O. Box 25217, OverlandPark, KS 66225, Tel. (913) 631-3009.

The College of Education has received nationalaccreditation from the National Council for Accreditation ofTeacher Education (NCATE), 2010 Massachusetts Ave.NW, Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036, Tel. (202)466-7496.

The School of Music has received accreditation from theNational Association of Schools of Music, 11250 RogerBacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190, Tel. (730)437-0700.


SUNY Fredonia’s graduate program in Speech-Pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of theAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 10801Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD, 20852, Tel. (301) 897-5700.The program is also licensure qualified by the New YorkState Education Department.

The Department of Theatre and Dance is an AccreditedInstitutional Member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre and adheres to thestandards set forth by NAST. The NationalAssociation of Schools of Theatre is located at

11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA, 20190,Tel. (703) 437-0700.

The Social Work program is accredited by the Council onSocial Work Education, 1725 Duke Street, Suite 500,Alexandria, VA 22314-3457, Tel. (703) 683-8080.

The university is also on the approved list of the AmericanChemical Society. Its A.C.S. Approved Track in Chemistry is reviewed annually by the A.C.S. Committee on Professional Training.

University Calendar 2007-2009Fall 2007 Fall 2008

Aug. 26 (Sun.) In-Person Registration Aug. 24 (Sun.)

Aug. 27 (M) First Day of Classes Aug. 25 (M)

Sept. 3 (M) Labor Day - No Classes Sept. 1 (M)

Oct. 11-12 (Th-F) Fall Break Oct. 9-10 (Th-F)

Nov. 19-23 (M-F) Thanksgiving Break Nov. 17-21 (M-F)

Dec. 17-21 (M-F) Final Exams Dec. 15-19 (M-F)

Spring 2008 Spring 2009

Jan. 27 (Sun.) In-Person Registration Jan. 25 (Sun.)

Jan. 28 (M) First Day of Classes Jan. 26 (M)

March 24-28 (M-F) Spring Break March 16-20 (M-F)

Travel Day - No Classes April 13 (M)

May 12-16 (M-F) Final Exams May 11-15 (M-F)

May 17 (Sat.) Commencement May 16 (Sat.)

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND AREASPECIALIZATIONS

Curriculum Page No.

Accounting 16

Acting 86

African American Studies 9

American Indian Studies 9

American Studies 10

Animation and Illustration 91

Art 89 Art History Ceramics Drawing Graphic Design Media Arts 92 Painting Photography Sculpture

Arts Administration 12

Biology 13 Adolescence Education 14 Biochemistry 12 Environmental Sciences 37 Medical Technology 56 Molecular Genetics 59 Pre-Dental 73 Pre-Medicine 73 Pre-Optometry 73 Pre-Veterinary 73

Business 15 Accounting 17 Business Administration 16 Economics 18 Finance 16 Management 16 Marketing 16

Chemistry 19 Adolescence Education 19 Biochemistry 12 Environmental Sciences 37 Geochemistry 41 Pre-Medicine 73

Communication 20 Audio/Radio Production 21 Communication Studies 21 Media Management 21 Public Relations 22 Television/Digital Film 22 Design and Production

Computer Science 23 *Applied Mathematics *Computer Theory *General Major *Geographic Information Systems *Systems Software

Computer Information Systems 24

Criminal Justice 26

Dance 86

Earth Sciences 41 Adolescence Education 42

Economics 18 Economic Studies

Education 27 Adolescence Education 32 Biology Chemistry Earth Sciences English French Mathematics Music Physics Social Studies 44 Spanish Childhood Education 28 Early Childhood Education 29 Middle Childhood Spec. - Math. 55 Middle School Extension 30

Engineering (Cooperative) 34 Programs with: Alfred Ceramics Case West. Reserve University Clarkson University Columbia University Cornell University Louisiana Technological University Ohio State University Penn State Erie Rensselaer Polytechnic University Rochester Institute of Technology SUNY Binghamton SUNY Buffalo Syracuse University Tri-State University

English 35 Adolescence Education 36

Environmental Sciences 37

Forensics 39

French 58 Adolescence Education 58

Geographic Info. Systems 39

Geosciences 40 Adolescence Education 42 Earth Sciences 41-42 Environmental Sciences 37 Geochemistry 41 Geographic Info. Systems 39 Geology 41 Geophysics 41

History 43 Social Studies Adolescence Education 44

Industrial Management 46

Interdisciplinary Studies 46 African American Studies 9 American Indian Studies 9 American Studies 10

Arts Administration 12 Dance 86 Environmental Sciences 37 Film Studies 38 Geographic Information Systems 39 *Natural Science Track *Social Science Track International Studies 48 Journalism 50 Latino Studies 51 Leadership Studies 51 Legal Studies 53 Multi-ethnic Studies 59 Music Business 67 Public Health 75 Sport and Exercise Studies 82 Sport Management and Exercise Science 83 Women’s Studies 92

International Studies 48 *Advanced Industrial Societies *Cultural Studies of the Americas *European Cultural Studies *International Political Economy *Peace and Conflict *The Developing World

Latino Studies 51

Legal Studies 53

Mathematical Sciences 54 Adolescence Education 55 Applied Mathematics 54 *Finance/Economics *Mathematics/Physics *Statistics/Operations Research Liberal Arts Mathematics 54 Middle Childhood Education 55

Media Arts 91-92 Media Arts B.A. Media Arts B.F.A.

Medical Technology 56

Modern Languages 57 French 58 Spanish 58

Molecular Genetics 59

Multi-ethnic Studies 59

Music 60 Applied Music 61 Composition 63 *Jazz 64 Musical Theatre 65 Music Business 67 Music Education 61 *General Choral *Instrumental Music Therapy 64 Performance 63 Sound Recording Technology 80

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND AREA SPECIALIZATIONS 7

Philosophy 68

Physics 69 Adolescence Education 70 Engineering 34 Geophysics 70 Mathematics/Physics 71

Political Science 71 *Campaigns and Elections *Civic Education *Comparative Politics *Government and Political Organization *International Relations *Law *Political Economy *Political Theory *Public Administration and Policy

Pre-Dental 73

Pre-Law 73

Pre-Medicine 73

Pre-Optometry 73

Pre-Veterinary 73

Psychology 74

Public Health 75

Social Studies 44 Adolescence Education

Social Work 76

Sociology 79 Anthropology 79 Criminal Justice 26 Social Work 76

Sound Recording Technology 80

Spanish 58 Adolescence Education 58

Speech Pathology/Audiology 80 Communication Disorders and Sciences 81 Speech and Language Disabilities 81

Theatre 85 Acting 86 Dance 86 Musical Theatre 65 Theatrical Production and Design 87

Visual Arts and New Media 89

Women's Studies 92

* indicates area specialization

Minors

A “minor” is a specified minimumnumber of hours recorded on officialtranscripts, but involving fewer hoursthan a major.

Accounting

African American Studies

American Indian Studies

American Studies

Anthropology

Applied Mathematics

Art History

Arts Administration

Biology

Business Administration

Chemistry

Communication

Computer Information Systems

Computer Science

Criminal Justice

Dance

Earth Sciences

Economics

English

Film Studies

French

Geographic Information Systems

Geosciences

History

Industrial-Organizational Psychology

International Studies

Journalism

Latino Studies

Leadership Studies

Legal Studies

Mathematics

Multi-ethnic Studies

Music

Philosophy

Physics

Political Science

Psychology

Public Health

School and Counseling Psychology

Sociology

Spanish

Speech and Language Disabilities

Sport and Exercise Studies

Theatre Arts

Visual Arts/New Media

Women's Studies


Undergraduate Studies

The next section lists the undergraduate departments, majors and minors.Students should check the Course Offerings Bulletin available during thepre-registration period each semester for an accurate list of proposedcourse offerings.

Course outlines, including general requirements, format of courses, andgrading procedures, are available in department offices.

While the university guarantees each accepted student a full schedule ofcourses each semester pertinent to his/her academic objectives and inpartial fulfillment of degree requirements, it cannot assure a desired timeschedule, a preferred instructor, or a given course.

(Accounting, see School ofBusiness, page 15.)

(Acting, see Department of Theatreand Dance, page 85.)

AFRICAN AMERICANSTUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: 264 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3858E-mail: [email protected] Liggins, Coordinator

The African American Studies minorprovides an interdisciplinaryinvestigation of the origins, experiences,conditions, accomplishments, andcontributions of people of Africanancestry in the Americas. The programis designed for all students who want todeepen their understanding of AfricanAmericans by studying their earlierhistory in Africa, their transition to theNew World, and the diasporicexperiences in the Americas. Theprogram also seeks to promote newways of thinking about race, culture andsocial representation from differentperspectives – notably, historical,literary, sociological, anthropological,psychological and artistic.

Required Course: (3 credit hours)

INDS 220/HIST 220

Introduction to Ethnicityand Race

3

Core Courses: (9 credit hours)

INDS 106 Introduction to AfricanAmerican Studies

3

HIST 333 African American Historyto 1877

or 3

HIST 334 African American Historysince 1877

ENGL 240/INDS 240

Intro. to African AmericanLiterature and Culture

3

Electives: (6 credit hours - twocourses; one in each of twodisciplines; must not include a coursethat has been used for core coursecredit)

AMST 210 American Popular andMass Cultures (withapproval of thecoordinator)

3

ANTH 322 Anthropology of Africa 3

ANTH 324 Anthropology of theCaribbean

3

COMM 359 Special Topics in Media(with approval ofcoordinator)

3

COMM 451 Audio Documentaries/Soundscapes (withapproval of coordinator)

3

COMM 452 Video/Film Documentaries I (with approval ofcoordinator)

3

COMM 465 InterculturalCommunication (withapproval of coordinator)

3

DANC 231 African Caribbean Dance 3

EDU 305/313

Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroomand Field Experience (with approval of coordinator)

3

ENGL 296 American Identities (withapproval of coordinator)

3

ENGL 299/399/499

Special Topics (withapproval of coordinator)

3

ENGL 334 Realism/Naturalism inAmerican Literature (withapproval of coordinator)

3

ENGL/WOST 340

Black Women Writers 3

ENGL 341 Harlem Renaissance 3

ENGL 342 African AmericanAutobiography

3

ENGL 344 Contemporary Multicultural American Literature (withapproval of coordinator)

3

HIST 272 Africa to 1880 3

HIST 273 Africa Since 1880 3HIST 299/399


3

HIST 328 Civil War Era 3


3


3

HIST 336 African American BlackWomen’s History

3

HIST 344 African American SocialThought

3

HIST 351 Defining America (withapproval of coordinator)

3

HIST 372 Africa in the NineteenthCentury

3

HIST 387 Comparative SlaveSocieties

3

LANG 400 Special Topics (withapproval of coordinator)

3

MUS 265 History of Jazz 3MUS 267 African American Music 3

MUS 361 Jazz Improvisation (withapproval of coordinator)

3

MUS 362 Jazz Theory (with approval of coordinator)

3

MUS 363 Jazz Pedagogy (withapproval of coordinator)

3

POLI 329 Topics in American Politics 3POLI 334 African Politics 3

POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties 3

SOC 201 Social Problems (withapproval of coordinator)

3

SOC 316 Minority Groups (withapproval of coordinator)

3

WOST 377 Special Topics (withapproval of coordinator)

3

Capstone Course: (3 credit hours)

INDS 402 Independent Study:African American Topics

3

INDS 491 African American StudiesInternship: AfricanAmerican Organization

3

AMERICAN INDIANSTUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: 269 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3850E-mail: [email protected] Stevens, Coordinator

The American Indian Studies minorprovides an interdisciplinary study ofthe anthropological, historical, cultural, educational and political developments that have formed present-day NativeAmerica. The program is designed forstudents with the desire to betterunderstand American Indian andAlaskan Native cultures by studyingpre-contact history via oral tradition,post-European contact via biography,and present day “Indian Country”through federal policies, films, andliterature. American Indian ethnicidentities and stereotypes, as formedby these media, will be studied topromote new ways of thinking aboutrace and culture. The multi-disciplinary nature of the minor allows forparticipation from students of allbackgrounds in developing a new view of American Indian cultures whilehelping to dispel the Pan-Indianstereotype endemic in the Americaneducation system.

Required: 21 credit hours from thefollowing, beginning with Introductionto Ethnicity and Race (HIST 220).Students declaring a minor may usepast courses retroactively afterconsultation with the coordinator.

Required Course: (3 credit hours)

INDS 220/HIST 220

Intro. to Ethnicity andRace

3


INDS 105 Introduction to AmericanIndian Studies

3

Minors must take one course in bothLiterature and History.

Literature:ENGL 242/INDS 242

Introduction to AmericanIndian Literature

3

AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES 9

History:One course from the following choices:

HIST 282 Pre-Columbian andColonial Latin America

3

HIST 283 Latin America: Revolutionand Reform

3

HIST 289 Comparative NorthAmerica

3

HIST 325 Colonial America 3

HIST 356 American Indian History 3

HIST 358 Twentieth CenturyAmerican Indian Issues

3

HIST 380 Pre-Columbian/ColonialMexico

3

HIST 381 Mexico in the ModernWorld

3

Electives: (6 credit hours)

ANTH 321 Anthropology of IndianAmerica

3

ANTH 350 Prehistory of NorthAmerica (Special Topics)

3

ART 229 American Indian Art Studio I

3

SOC 316 Minority Groups 3

Credited with approval from coordinator:

EDU 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom

3

EDU 313 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity – FieldExperience

3

HIST 340 The Western Movement 3

Proposed courses include AmericanIndian Literature in Translation,American Indian Poetry, and American Indian in Film.

Capstone Course: (3 credit hours)

INDS 404 Independent Study

or 3

INDS 492 American Indian StudiesInternship

Courses offered as Special Topics can be credited toward the minor withapproval from coordinator of theAmerican Indian Studies minor.

AMERICAN STUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies major andminor)Office: 235 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3430E-mail: [email protected] S. Jarvis, Coordinator

American Studies is an interdisciplinaryfield of study that examines the historicaldevelopment and contemporary status ofAmerican cultures, including those of theAmerican hemisphere. The AmericanStudies major and minor programs aredesigned to provide students with anin-depth understanding of the multiplicityof American cultures and to serve as auseful preparation for careers in suchfields as business, advertising, publicrelations, government service, law,journalism, television, and education.This is an Interdisciplinary Studies majorprogram; for specific degreerequirements unique to InterdisciplinaryStudies, refer to page 46.

Requirements for the Major inAmerican Studies

1. Required Core Courses: (9 credithours)

AMST 202 Introduction to AmericanStudies

3

AMST 296 American Identities 3HIST105 United States History I

or

HIST 106 United States History II

2. Six credit hours in exploratory andpreparatory courses selected from:

AMST 210 American Popular andMass Cultures

AMST 215 Holidays and AmericanCulture

AMST 289 Comparative NorthAmerica

AMST 338 Nineteenth CenturyAmerican Culture

AMST 340 Twentieth CenturyAmerican Culture

AMST 347 United States ImmigrationAMST 399 Special Topics

COMM 102 Mass Media and Society

HIST 353 U.S. Consumer CulturePOLI 120 American Politics

POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs

or other courses as advised.

3. Twenty-one credit hours of specialtopics courses in one of the fiveconcentrations listed below. Courses should come from at leasttwo disciplines, and no more than

12 credit hours can be taken fromany one department. Additionally,no more than 9 credit hours may be taken at the 100- or 200-level.Students should plan theirconcentrations carefully becausethey may need to completeadditional prerequisites beforeenrolling in upper-level courses invarious disciplines.

4. Three credit hours in capstoneproject or seminar. Students maychoose either AMST 400, AMST401, or AMST 402 to fulfill thisoption.

Total Credits in Major: 39

Concentrations for the AmericanStudies Major

A. American Identities in the UnitedStatesAMST 347 United States ImmigrationCOMM 373 Gender and

Communication

CRMJ 100 Introduction to CriminalJustice

CRMJ 321 Race and the CriminalJustice System

EDU 215 Education in AmericanSociety

ENGL 240 African AmericanLiterature and Culture

ENGL 242 American Indian Literature

ENGL 340 Black Women Writers


ENGL 344 Contemporary Multicultural American Literature

HIST 220 Introduction to Ethnicityand Race


HIST 334 African American HistorySince 1877

HIST 335 American Women


HIST 345 Asian American History

HIST 351 Defining AmericaHIST 355 American Religious

History

INDS 241 Introduction to LatinoLiterature and Culture

INDS 315 Italian AmericanExperience

MUS 265 History of Jazz

MUS 267 African American Music

PHIL 228 American PhilosophyPOLI 365 American Political Thought

PSY 255 Psychology of WomenSOC 306 Sex and Gender

SOC 316 Minority Groups

Or other courses as advised


B. Cultures of the AmericasAMST 289 Comparative North

America



ANTH 325 Native Peoples of Canada

COMM 360 Mexican Cinema/VideoFREN 310 Quebec Literature and

Culture


HIST 283 Revolution and Reform inLatin America

HIST 288 The Atlantic World

HIST 342 The American Century

HIST 352 Environmental History ofNorth America

HIST 356 American Indian History

HIST 357 Indians and Europeans inEarly America

HIST 378 Canada and theCanadians

HIST 380 Mexico I (Pre-Columbianand Colonial Mexico)

HIST 381 Mexico II (Mexico sinceIndependence)

INDS 241 Introduction to Latino/aLiterature and Culture

INDS 304 Latina Literacy andCultural Studies

LANG 327 Sex and Magic in LatinAmerican Literature

LANG 371 Canadian Writers

LANG 378 Canada Today

MUS 334 Music of Latin AmericaPOLI 356 U.S. Foreign Policy

SPAN 325 Survey of Spanish-American Literature

SPAN 425 Spanish-American Fiction

WOST 203 Chicana Writers/VisualArtists

C. Democracy and Civic EngagementHIST 343 Civil Rights MovementPOLI 120 American Politics

POLI 276 Law and SocietyPOLI 313 American Power

Structures

POLI 323 Elections in America

POLI 324 President and CongressPOLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties

PHIL 265 Social and PoliticalPhilosophy

PSY 358 Psychology and the LawSOC 210 Social Problems

SOC 215 Introduction to PublicHealth

SOC 218 Introduction to Social WorkSOC 303 Social Class and

Inequality

Or other courses as advised.

(Students selecting this concentration willbe required to include a service-learningcomponent in their capstone project.)

D. Environment and Place in AmericaBIOL 115 Environmental Biology

BIOL 330/331

General Ecology

BIOL 421 Biological ConservationCHEM 113 Chemistry and the

Environment

CHEM 302 Chemistry in Today’sSociety

ENGL 333 Environmental Literature

ECON 340 Urban and RegionalEconomics

ECON 380 Environmental/NaturalResource Economics

ENGL 399 Literature of Place (special topic)

GEO 121 Landform Geography

GEO 145 Geography of New YorkState

GEO 359 Vanishing EarthResources

HIST 330 Industrial America1890-1920

HIST 340 The Westward MovementHIST 352 Environmental History of

North America

POLI 240 Urbanization andEnvironmental Challenges

POLI 381 Urban Politics and Policy

POLI 387 Environmental Policy

PSY 373 Human Factors


E. Popular and Visual CulturesARTH 102 Art in Culture 1400 -

Present

ARTH 225 Modern Art 1900-1950ARTH 229 Art/Reality – 19th Century

America

ARTH 329 Art Since 1945

COMM 102 Mass Media and SocietyCOMM 350 Telecommunication

Technology

COMM 375 Media Criticism

ENGL 381 Narrative Film after 1940ENGL 386 Women and Film

ENGL 399 American DirectorsHIST 353 U.S. Consumer Culture

HIST 376 Film and American Culture

MUS 262 American MusicMUS 265 History of Jazz

MUS 267 African American Music

MUS 270 History of AmericanPopular Music, 1900-1963

POLI 326 Media and Politics

POLI 345 Politics and FilmWOST 203 Chicana Writers/Visual

Artists

Other courses as advised

Requirements for the Minor inAmerican Studies

1. AMST 202 Introduction to American Studies

3

AMST 296 American Identities 3

2. An additional 12 credit hours from thefollowing list:

AMST 210 American Popular andMass Cultures

AMST 215 Holidays and AmericanCulture

AMST 289 Comparative NorthAmerica

AMST 338 Nineteenth CenturyAmerican Culture

AMST 340 Twentieth CenturyAmerican Culture

AMST 347 United States Immigration

AMST 399 Special Topics

COMM 102 Mass Media and Society

ENGL 206 Survey of AmericanLiterature

ENGL 344 Contemporary MultiethnicAmerican Literature

HIST 105or 106

United States History I & II

HIST 353 American ConsumerCulture

HIST 376 Film and American Culture

MUS 262 American MusicMUS 270 History of American

Popular Music, 1900-1963

PHIL 228 American Philosophy

POLI 120 American PoliticsPOLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs

POLI 365 American Political Thought


No more than 6 credit hours from astudent’s major or other minors maybe counted toward the AmericanStudies minor.

(Art, see Department of Visual Artsand New Media, page 89.)

AMERICAN STUDIES 11

ARTSADMINISTRATION(Interdisciplinary Studies major andminor)Office: G-15 Michael C. Rockefeller Arts Center(716) 673-3217E-mail: [email protected] Westwood, Coordinator

The world of the performing and visual arts needs not only talented, creativeartists; it also needs skilled andperceptive administrators andmanagers. Seeking to fill this need, the major in Arts Administration preparesstudents for entry level work withorganizations such as symphonyorchestras, arts centers and museums as well as opera, theater and dancecompanies. The major in ArtsAdministration combines courses froma variety of departments and includespractica and internship experiencesthat may range from 3 to 15 credithours. In addition, to ensure anin-depth understanding of at least onearts discipline, each ArtsAdministration major is stronglyencouraged to complete a minor inmusic, theater, art or dance.

The Arts Administration major isclosely allied with the university’sMichael C. Rockefeller Arts Center, athree-theater, two-gallery complex that offers extensive internship andemployment opportunities for qualifiedstudents. Through a combination ofthe academic course work, internships and the extracurricular opportunitiesavailable on campus, studentsbecome qualified to work in suchareas as marketing, fund raising,operations, and general artsmanagement. A number of studentshave also gone on to successfullypursue graduate study in the field. This is an interdisciplinary major program;for specific degree requirementsunique to Interdisciplinary Studies,students should refer to page 46.

Courses in the Major:

Business and AccountingBUAD 161 Information Technology

Literacyor 3

CSIT 104 Introduction toMicrocomputer Software

ACCT 201 Principles of FinancialAccounting

3

BUAD 235 Business Communication 3

BUAD 310 Legal Environment ofBusiness

or 3

ACCT 311 Business Law I

or

POLI 277 Introduction to LawBUAD 321 Management/

Organizational Behavior3

Communication/Psychology/SociologyChoose one of the following threecourse sequences:

COMM 101 Fundamentals ofCommunication

3

COMM 221 InterpersonalCommunication

3

COMM 301 Group Communication 3

orPSY 129 Introduction to Psychology 3

PSY 245 Social Psychology 3PSY 355 Group Dynamics 3

or

SOC 116 Introductory Sociology 3SOC 204 Social Psychology 3

PSY 355 Group Dynamics 3

Journalism/Public RelationsChoose one of the followingthree-course sequences:

JOUR 270 Intro. to Print andBroadcast Journalism

3

JOUR 370 Reporting and Newswriting I

3

JOUR 371 Reporting and Newswriting II

3

orCOMM 222 Principles of Public

Relations3

COMM 322 Public Relations Writing 3COMM 344 Public Relations Case

Analysis3

SpecializationChoose one of the following threecourses:

MUS 285 Music Copyright 3

MUS 385 Music Contracts 3THEA 460 Theatre Organization and

Management3

Arts AdministrationEach major must take AADM 410 for 3 credit hours plus AADM 400 and/orAADM 490 for a combined minimum of 3 credit hours. (Students need the Arts Administration Practicum OR theInternship. It is optional to do both.)

AADM 400 Arts AdministrationPracticum (or ARTH 460Gallery Practicum)

1-3

AADM 410 Box Office Practicum 1-3AADM 490 Arts Administration

Internship1-15

Total Credits in Major: 42-54

Requirements for the Minor in ArtsAdministration

The minor combines courses frombusiness, accounting, communication, and arts administration to equipstudents with some of the basicknowledge and skills they will need forentry-level work with orchestras,theaters, dance companies, andsimilar organizations. See also thedescription of the major in ArtsAdministration. The minor isrecommended for students majoring in dance, music, theater, or art who wishto gain a better understanding of thebusiness aspects of their discipline.

Courses in the Minor


3

BUAD 161 Information TechnologyLiteracyor 3


BUAD 235 Business Communication 3COMM 101 Fundamentals of

Communication3

COMM 222 Principles of PublicRelations

3

AADM 400 Arts AdministrationPracticum(or ARTH 460 GalleryPracticum)

3

AADM 410 Box Office Practicum 3

Total Credits in the Minor: 21

BIOCHEMISTRYOffice: 204 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3287E-mail: [email protected] A. Fountain, Coordinator

Biochemistry is at the core of modernscience, enabling fundamentaladvances in medicine, agriculture,industry and basic science. Indeed,biochemists conduct some of the most exciting research in science today, and careers in biochemistry rank amongthe highest on almost every publishedlist of “Best Careers.” Fredonia’sBachelor of Science degree programin Biochemistry is administered jointlyby the Department of Biology and theDepartment of Chemistry andBiochemistry. With its emphasis onmastery of technical and analyticalskills in biochemistry, Fredonia’sprogram is designed to preparestudents for graduate school, medicalschool, or careers in biochemical


research. It also provides a broadfoundation in the liberal arts,enhancing graduates’ abilities to meetchallenges in a shifting social climate.Fredonia’s program offers a uniqueflexibility in that students can choosebetween two tracks: one with achemical emphasis for studyingmolecular structure and function, andone which enables students to apply abiochemical perspective tophysiological problems. Courserequirements of the degree programare listed below. Although notrequired, participation inundergraduate research in eitherbiology or chemistry is encouraged.

Students who choose to double majorin Biology and Biochemistry orChemistry and Biochemistry must take the chemical track and biological trackrespectively. In addition, upper levelelectives cannot be counted for bothmajors.

For course descriptions, studentsshould see the listings under theappropriate departments; biology,page 103, and chemistry, page 109.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Biochemistry

Core Program:

BIOL 131-132

Principles of Biology I &Lab

4

BIOL 133-134

Principles of Biology II &Lab

4

CHEM 115-116

General Chemistry I and II& CHEM 125-126 (Labs)

8

CHEM 215-216

Organic Chemistry I and II& CHEM 225-226 (Labs)

8

BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

CHEM 317/327

Analytical Chemistry I &Lab

4

BIOL 333-334

Biochemistry & Lab 4

BIOL 436 Molecular Biology 3

CHEM/BIOL 475

Advanced Biochemistry 3

CHEM/BIOL 465

Advanced ExperimentalBiochemistry

2

CHEM/BIOL 397

Biochemistry Seminar I 1

CHEM/BIOL 497

Biochemistry Seminar II 1

CSIT 100-Level Course 3

Total: 49

Track I (Chemical Emphasis)

CHEM315-316

Physical Chemistry I & IIand CHEM 325-326 (Labs)

8

MATH 122-123

University Calculus I & II 8

PHYS 230-231

University Physics I & IIand PHYS 232-233 (Labs)

10

BIOL and/or CHEM

Approved Upper-levelElectives (listed below)

6

Total: 32

Track II (Biological Emphasis)

BIOL 443 Plant Physiology 3

orBIOL 336-337

Mammalian Physiology &Lab

4

CHEM 314 Principles of PhysicalChemistry

or 3CHEM 315 Physical Chemistry I

MATH 120-121

Survey of Calculus I & II 6

or

MATH 122-123


PHYS 121-122

College Physics I & II andPHYS 123-124 (Labs)or 8-10

PHYS 230-231


BIOL and/or CHEM ApprovedUpper-Level Electives (listed below)

9

Total: 29-34

Approved Chemistry Electives

CHEM 230 Advanced Organic Lab 1

CHEM 318/328

Analytical Chemistry II &Lab

5

CHEM 395 Introduction to Research 1

CHEM 391/491

Independent LabResearch

3

CHEM 407 Organometallics 3CHEM 412 Advanced Organic

Chemistry3

CHEM 417/418

Polymer Chemistry I & II 3

CHEM 472 Inorganic Chemistry 3

CHEM 473 Environmental Chemistry 3

CHEM 481 Special Topics inChemistry*

1-3

*must be approved by coordinator

Approved Biology ElectivesBIOL 336 Mammalian Physiology 3

BIOL 338 Microbiology 3BIOL 419 Genes and Genomes 2

BIOL 435 Developmental Biology 3

BIOL 440 Undergraduate Research 3BIOL 443 Plant Physiology 3

BIOL 450 Molecular Basis ofDisease

3

BIOL 451 Biomembranes 3BIOL 451 Eukaryotic Gene

Expression3

BIOL 451 Hormone Mechanisms 3

BIOL 451 Microbial Genetics 3BIOL 451 Radiation Biology 3

Note: No more than 3 credit hours of BIOL440 or CHEM 391/491 can be used tosatisfy BIOL/CHEM electives.

BIOLOGY(see also Medical Technology,Molecular Genetics, andPre-Medicine)Office: 203 Jewett Hall(716) 673-3282E-mail: [email protected] Lee, Chairperson

The Department of Biology offers astrong and flexible program designed tomeet the career goals of students withwidely varied interests. Graduates of the program are well prepared to entergraduate school in many areas ofbiological science, or professionalprograms (such as medical, dental,veterinary, physician’s assistant, etc.),become research technicians,secondary school teachers, or enterdirect employment. To meet thesevaried interests, the department offers awide variety of courses ranging from themolecular or physiological aspects ofbiology to ecology, field andenvironmental biology. Studentsinterested in pre-medicine,pre-veterinary and pre-dental programsare strongly urged to register with theBiomedical Professions Council forindividual advising about specific typesof professional schools (see pages 73,179). The department is also involvedwith two combined degree programsleading to professional degrees indentistry and optometry. Further detailsof these programs are listed underPre-Medicine (see page 73).

The Department of Biology offersBachelor of Science degrees inBiology, Molecular Genetics (see page 59), Medical Technology (see page56) and Biology-AdolescenceEducation (see below), as well asMaster of Science degree programs to students who have already obtained aB.S. in Biology. The department alsoparticipates in the Biochemistry (seepage 12), Cooperative Engineering(see page 34) and the EnvironmentalSciences (see page 37) programs.

Adolescence EducationStudents who wish to teach biologymay obtain initial certification bycompleting the Biology AdolescenceEducation program and the requiredcourses in Professional Education(page 32). New York State mandatesthat Adolescence Education majorsdemonstrate competence in a foreignlanguage. This requirement may besatisfied in any one of the followingfour ways: (1) completion of three

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years of high school language with apassing Regents score (passing = 65), or, (2) completion of course work atthe 116 level at Fredonia, or, (3)transfer two successful collegesemesters of a foreign language, or,(4) scoring at the 50th percentile orhigher on the CLEP exam. TheCollege Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral.

The Department of Biology isparticularly proud of its undergraduateresearch opportunities. Undergraduate students work closely with facultymembers on original research projects (for example, see BIOL 440). Students annually present their research resultsat the university-wide StudentResearch and Creative EndeavorsExposition and at regional and national meetings. Students have beenco-authors of papers published inscientific journals. A wide range ofresearch projects is available inmolecular or cellular biology,biochemistry, physiology, behavior,aquatic biology and ecology.

Summer Research Fellowships aresponsored in biology each summer.Each sophomore or junior awardedone of these prestigious fellowshipswill work on a specific project designed in collaboration with a faculty sponsor.These fellowships have beenpreviously supported by theConstantine Barker MemorialEndowment, the Biology Endowment,the Holmberg Foundation,Merck/A.A.A.S. and the McNairScholars program. Each awardprovides the student with a generousstipend and a supplies budget. Formore information, interested studentsshould contact a faculty sponsor in the department.

Many students also enjoy the activities of the student-run Biology Club thatinvites all biology students to jointhem. The club organizes manyactivities including faculty seminars ongraduate school applications, careersin the Biological Sciences, andparticipating in undergraduateresearch, as well as social activities.

Members of the biology departmentfaculty are among the Fredonia faculty members that are honored recipientsof the President’s Award forExcellence in Teaching.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Biology

Core Program:BIOL 131-132


4

BIOL 133-134


4

BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

BIOL 243-244

Biodiversity & Lab 4

BIOL 330-331

General Ecology & Lab 4

BIOL 333-334


BIOL 431 Senior Seminar 1

Plus 12 additional credit hours ofbiology electives at the 300 to 400level

12

37

CHEM 115-116

General Chemistry I & IIand CHEM 125-126 (Labs)

8

CHEM 215-216

Organic Chemistry I & IIand CHEM 225-226 (Labs)

8

STAT 250 Statistics for Scientists 3

PHYS 121-122

College Physics I & II andPHYS 123-124 (Labs)or 8-10

PHYS 230-231


27-29

One-credit laboratory work normallyincludes three clock hours in laboratory perweek.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Biology(Adolescence Education)

Core Program:BIOL 131-132


4

BIOL 133-134


4

BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

BIOL 243-244


BIOL 330-331


BIOL 333-334


BIOL 421 Biological Conservation 3BIOL 431 Senior Seminar 1

Plus 9 additional credit hours ofbiology electives at the 300 to 400level

9

37

CHEM 115-116


8

CHEM 215-216


8


PHYS 121-122

College Physics I & II andPHYS 123-124 (Labs)

or 8-10

PHYS 230-231


27-29

Students should refer to theAdolescence Education section in theCollege of Education program for adescription of the educationrequirements for this degree.

Additional education courses are listed on page 32. Students must alsomaintain a minimum 2.75 GPA overalland in the major to be admitted intothe senior SCED 419 SecondarySchool Methods and EDU 430 Student Teaching in the Secondary School.Upon completion of this program thestudent will be recommended for theinitial certificate to teach in N.Y. Statepublic schools.

Bachelor of Science Degree inMedical TechnologyFor information on this program, seepage 56.

Bachelor of Science Degree inMolecular GeneticsFor information on this program, seepage 59.

Requirements for the Minor inBiology

A total of 22 credit hours of biologyincluding Principles of Biology I and IIwith labs (BIOL 131, 132, 133 and 134);either Biodiversity and General Ecologywith labs (BIOL 243, 244, 330, 331) orGenetics and Biochemistry with labs(BIOL 237, 238, 333, 334) and 6 credithours of biology courses at the 300 or400 level (not including BIOL 440).

Note: Students electing BIOL 330must have completed a minimum of 4credit hours of chemistry, studentselecting BIOL 333 will be expected tohave completed 16 credit hours ofprerequisite chemistry courses.

Requirements for Transfer Credit: Thedegrees offered by the biologydepartment require students completebetween 33 and 40 credit hours ofbiology core and elective courses(Biology and Adolescence Education,37 credits; Medical Technology, 33credits; Molecular Genetics, 40 credits)chosen under the careful process ofadvisement. Students are expected tocomplete at least half of the biologycourses at Fredonia. Additional credithours transferred may be used asgeneral electives toward graduation.Students wishing to minor in Biologymust complete at least 9 credit hours of


biology courses at Fredonia. As a rulethe department will not accept asequivalent for upper level coursescredit earned at two-year colleges.

Graduate programs are available inthe department; for more information, see the separate Graduate Catalog or contact the Office of GraduateStudies at (716) 673-3808.

BUSINESSOffice: E336 Thompson Hall(716) 673-4813E-mail: [email protected] M. Robinson, Director

The School of Business includes theDepartment of BusinessAdministration and the Department ofEconomics. It offers undergraduatedegrees in Accounting, BusinessAdministration, and Economics. TheMission of the School of Businesscontains three elements:

The first and foremost element is toprovide “accessible” educationalopportunities to Western New York,and to do so by engaging faculty whoare dedicated to developing, improvingand delivering an effective curriculum in business and economics. Thecurriculum concerns the traditionalbusiness subjects of accounting,economics, finance, management andmarketing, and also thecross-disciplinary subjects of musicbusiness and information systems. Inaddition, the education includes strongcomponents in ethics, global-culturalawareness, technology and leadership.

The second element is to engagefaculty who maintain currency in theirsubject areas through disciplinespecific, professional and instructionalresearch. In addition, the business andeconomics faculty collaborates with themore capable students in conductingresearch that leads to success instudent competitions and publication.

The third element is to engage facultywho provide service to the university,to academic and professionalorganizations, and towards thedevelopment of its region.

In pursuit of its educational mission, the School of Business declares thefollowing assessable educational goals:

Through its core courses, studentsdevelop the communication skills, theproblem solving skills, the knowledge

and recognition of business ethics,and the knowledge of internationalinstitutions and cultures necessary forprofessional business careers.

Through major and core course work,students develop the knowledgenecessary for career success, forprofessional certifications whereapplicable, and for success ingraduate education.

Through student clubs and internships, students learn career potentials, anddevelop leadership skills.

The School of Business is currently acandidate for accreditation with theAssociation to Advance CollegiateSchools of Business (AACSBInternational). The Accounting andBusiness Administration programs atSUNY Fredonia have been accredited by the International Assembly for CollegiateBusiness Education. The Department ofBusiness Administration presently has anumber of formal and informalagreements with several universities thatallow students to matriculate intoaccelerated B.S./M.B.A. programs.

BUSINESSADMINISTRATIONOffice: E336 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3505E-mail: [email protected] Seyedian, Chairperson

The Department of BusinessAdministration provides its majors with a contemporary quality education inBusiness Administration andAccounting. These students gain anawareness of their individual strengthsand vocational interests in order to make appropriate career decisions. Thedepartment offers a rigorous, up-to-datecurriculum that prepares students forimaginative and responsible citizenshipand domestic and internationalleadership roles in business andaccounting. While the programs offeredare career-oriented, the departmentrealizes that successful contemporarybusiness and accounting professionalsmust bring a broad and variedperspective to their careers. Accordingly, the department requires that its majorstake at least 66 of the 120 credit hoursneeded for a degree outside thedepartment, with particular emphasisgiven to the development of written andoral communicative skills and theacquisition of the ability to thinkcreatively and critically.

The department offers five separateBachelor of Science degree programs:

• B.S. Accounting

• B.S. Business Administration –Finance

• B.S. Business Administration –Management

• B.S. Business Administration –Marketing

• B.S. Business Administration –Individualized Specialization

Career OptionsStudents who major in BusinessAdministration are prepared for across-section of opportunities. Recentgraduates have embarked on careersin areas ranging from business andmanagement consulting to financialplanning for corporations andgovernment. The banking andinvestment fields also interest manygraduates. Other graduates selectsales management, insurance, orpersonnel administration as their field.The department’s programs are alsodesigned to provide the knowledgeand skills required for success in major graduate programs.

The Accounting program preparesstudents for the Certified ManagerialAccountant examination (CMA). Inaddition, this degree in combinationwith the department’s 150 HourProgram, qualifies graduates to takethe Certified Public Accounting (CPA)examination.

There are three major sources ofemployment for Accounting graduates -public accounting, managementaccounting, and governmentalaccounting. Public accounting firmsprovide clients with a wide variety ofservices, including auditing, taxconsulting, and management advisoryservices. Management accountants areemployed by companies to performvarious activities such as costaccounting, budgeting, general ledgeraccounting, and internal auditing.Governmental accountants, employedby the federal, state, and localgovernments, have the responsibility tomonitor the revenues and expendituresof the public sector. In the federalgovernment, the major sources ofemployment for accountants include theInternal Revenue Service, GeneralAccounting Office, and DefenseContract Audit Agency.

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Student Clubs and ActivitiesStudents majoring in BusinessAdministration or Accounting canparticipate in a number of clubs andactivities that are designed tosupplement classroom work. Thestudent clubs include the national honor society Delta Mu Delta, the BusinessClub, the Financial ManagementAssociation, the American MarketingAssociation, Students In FreeEnterprise, and the Accounting Society. Delta Mu Delta honors students whomeet high scholarship standards andwho perform important communityservice. The Business Club conductsvarious entrepreneurial activities andorganizes the “Business Person of theYear Award” and associated annualbanquet. The award honors anoutstanding community businessleader. The Students In Free Enterprise Club competes in regional and nationalacademic competitions, offersconsulting services to regionalbusinesses, and conducts a widevariety of important community service.The Accounting Society conducts theVolunteer Income Tax AssistanceProgram under the auspices of theInternal Revenue Service. All of thesestudent organizations bringprofessional guest speakers to campusto offer career developmentinformation.

Internship OpportunitiesIn addition to its regular courseofferings, the department has anactive internship program. Internshipsare work-experiences for whichstudents receive academic credit. Thedepartment offers a number ofinternship opportunities with variouslocal and regional firms andorganizations such as Key Bank,Buffalo Sabres, Paychex, Inc., MerrillLynch Co. and Cliffstar Corp.

Honors and AwardsStudents who excel in their studies areeligible for recognition throughmembership in the campus chapters ofDelta Mu Delta (a national honor society in business administration) and the FinancialManagement Association National HonorSociety. Initiation is competitive and highlyselective. In addition to these honorsocieties, individual students can berecognized for outstanding scholasticachievement. Each year the facultypresents eight special awards: the M.R.Poummit Achievement Award to thegraduating senior with the highest gradepoint average; the Wall Street Journal

Achievement Award, given to a graduating senior for outstanding scholarship andcommunity service; the FinancialExecutive Institute Award, the John T.Kennedy Memorial Award, and the NewYork State Society of CPA’s Award, givento outstanding students in accounting; theDonald C. Brandt Memorial Scholarship to an outstanding sophomore or junior; theStudents In Free Enterprise Scholarship to an outstanding SIFE member; and theAlumni scholarship, given to a junior withan outstanding record of academicachievement.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in BusinessAdministration

A. General Course Requirements:(48 credit hours):

Supporting Courses: 9 credit hoursMATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

CSIT 151 Introduction to InformationSystems

3

CSIT 251 Information SystemStructures

3

Lower Level Business Core Courses:18 credit hoursBUAD/ECON 200

Fund. of Stats. forBusiness and Econ.

3

ECON 201 Principles ofMacroeconomics

3

ECON 202 Principles ofMicroeconomics

3


3

ACCT 202 Principles of ManagerialAccounting

3

BUAD 235 Introduction to BusinessCommunication

3

Upper Level Business Core Courses:21 credit hours

BUAD/ECON 300

Statistical Analysis 3

BUAD 310 Legal Environ. of Business

or 3ACCT 311 Business Law I

BUAD 320 Managerial Finance 3

BUAD 323 Organizational Behavior 3BUAD 327 Production and Operations

Management I 3

BUAD 328 Marketing Foundations 3

BUAD 499 Strategic Management 3

B. Major Course Requirements: 15credit hours

Finance: (15 credit hours)BUAD 317 Corporate Finance I 3

BUAD 416 Investment Analysis 3

BUAD 418 Corporate Finance II 3

Plus 6 credit hours from the following:

BUAD 315 Principles of BusinessFinance

3

ECON 315 Money/Banking/MonetaryEconomics

3

BUAD 321 Management andOrganizational Behavior

3

BUAD 325 Principles of Marketing 3

ECON 350 Managerial Economics 3

BUAD 480 Internship 3Any 300/400 level ACCT designatedcourses.

3

Management: (15 credit hours)BUAD 330 Human Resource

Management 3

ECON 350 Managerial Economics 3BUAD 427 Production and Operations

Management II 3

Plus 6 credit hours from the following:BUAD 315 Principles of Business

Finance 3

BUAD 317 Corporate Finance I 3


3


POLI 363 Game Theory 3BUAD 480 Internship 3

Marketing: (15 credit hours)BUAD 340 Marketing Research 3

BUAD 445 Integrated MarketingCommunications

3

BUAD 446 Sales Management 3

Plus 6 credit hours from the following:


3


3


BUAD 342 Consumer Behavior 3BUAD 411 Marketing Management 3

BUAD 427 Production and Operations Management II

3

BUAD 480 Internship 3

Individualized Specialization:

With the approval of his or her advisorand the chair of the department, astudent may develop his or her ownspecialization in lieu of the above specificmajors. Such specializations must consist of (as listed above) the SupportingCourses, the Lower Level Business Core, the Upper Level Business Core, and atleast five additional upper-level courses in a cohesive subject-area germane tobusiness. Currently popular individualized specializations include but are not limitedto Sports Management, HumanResource Management, Corporate Law,and International Business. Otherspecializations are possible andencouraged as long as they satisfy thedepartment’s conditions for rigor andsubstance.


C. Business Administration majorsmust complete a minimum of 27credit hours of SUNY Fredonia’s300/400-level BUAD and/or ACCTdesignated courses.

D. Business Administration majorsmust complete at least 66 credithours of non-BUAD and non-ACCTdesignated courses.

E. Business Administration majorsmust complete all courses in theLower Level Business Core, theUpper Level Business Core, andthe Major Requirements with aminimum grade of C-.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Accounting

A. General Course Requirements: 48credit hours

Supporting Courses: 9 credit hours

MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3


3

CSIT 251 Information SystemStructures

3

Lower Level Business Core Courses:18 credit hours

BUAD/ECON 200


3


3


3


3


3

BUAD 235 Introduction to BusinessCommunication

3

Upper Level Business Core Courses:21 credit hours

BUAD/ECON 300

Statistical Analysis 3

ACCT 311 Business Law I 3


BUAD 323 Organizational Behavior 3BUAD 327 Production and Operations

Management I 3

BUAD 328 Marketing Foundations 3

BUAD 499 Strategic Management 3

B. Major Course Requirements: 24credit hours

ACCT 250 Accounting Processes 3ACCT 301 Intermediate Accounting I 3

ACCT 302 Intermediate Accounting II 3

ACCT 303 Cost Management 3

ACCT 304 Taxation I 3

ACCT 305 Taxation II 3ACCT 405 Auditing 3

ACCT 407 Accounting InformationSystems

3

C. Accounting majors must complete a minimum of 27 credit hours ofSUNY Fredonia’s 300/400-levelBUAD and/or ACCT designatedcourses.

D. Accounting majors must completeat least 66 credit hours ofnon-BUAD and non-ACCTdesignated courses.

E. Accounting majors must completeall courses in the Lower LevelBusiness Core, the Upper LevelBusiness Core, and the MajorRequirements with a minimumgrade of C-.

Requirements for the Minor inBusiness AdministrationThe department offers a minor inBusiness Administration that requires24 credit hours of courses as indicated below:

BUAD/ECON 200


3


3


3


3


3


BUAD 323 Organizational Behavior 3BUAD 328 Marketing Foundations 3

Accounting students wishing to minorin Business Administration must takeat least 9 credit hours of BUADdesignated courses beyond thoserequired for the Accounting major.

Requirements for the Minor inAccountingThe department offers a minor inAccounting that requires 18 credithours of accounting courses asspecified below:


3


3

ACCT 250 Accounting Processes 3

ACCT 301 Intermediate Accounting I 3

ACCT 302 Intermediate Accounting II 3ACCT 303 Cost Management 3

150 Hour Program in Accounting

Beginning in 2009, in order to take the“Uniform CPA Exam,” students mustcomplete 150 credit hours of courses.After completing 120-credit-hour B.S.in Accounting program presentedabove, the following courses willprepare and enable the student to take the exam:

ACCT 312 Business Law II 3

ACCT 401 Advanced Accounting 3ACCT 440 Accounting Theory 3

ACCT 455 Advanced Auditing 3

Plus 18 credit hours of ACCT/BUAD/ECONor any other designated elective courses.

While completing the 150 HourProgram, students may obtain asecond degree, the B.S. in BusinessAdministration – Finance major, bycompleting the following as part of the18 credit hours of elective courses:

BUAD 317 Corporate Finance I 3

BUAD 416 Investment Analysis 3BUAD 418 Corporate Finance II 3

Accelerated Master of BusinessAdministration Degree

The department has several formaland informal agreements withuniversities that allow students tomatriculate into acceleratedB.S./M.B.A. programs. All suchagreements usually reduce by one thenumber of years it takes a full-timestudent to complete a B.S. and M.B.A.The department has a 3 plus 2agreement with the State University atBuffalo that requires three years ofstudy at Fredonia and two years atBuffalo to finish the program. A similar3 plus 2 agreement exists with SUNYBinghamton. The department also has4 plus 1 arrangements with ClarksonUniversity, Rochester Institute ofTechnology, St. BonaventureUniversity, and the University ofPittsburgh. Students who areinterested in any of these acceleratedM.B.A. programs should see theiracademic advisor early in theirsophomore year.

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ECONOMICSOffice: E336 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3509E-mail: [email protected] K. Parai, Chairperson

Economics provides an understandingof how economic systems function andoffers insight into the nature of real-world economic events, issues and problemswhile teaching the student a way ofthinking that is clear, logical, analyticaland rigorous. The study of economicsencompasses a wide range of humanbehavior and experiences. Therefore, ithas come to be widely recognized as asolid preparation for many professionalcareers in business, finance, non-profitorganizations, and government.Courses in economics that emphasizethe relevance of economic principles toareas in business, finance, quantitativeand computer applications, publicadministration or industrial relations,provide the student with an excellentbackground for a variety of jobs andprofessions. The study of economicsalso provides an excellent preparationfor graduate study in such professionalareas as law, industrial relations,business and public administration.Economics majors have the opportunityto participate in Omicron Delta Epsilon,the International Honor Society inEconomics. Annually, the Maytumscholarships and Hart-GormanEconomic Awards go to the outstandingmajors and double majors in Economics.

Economics as Preparation forMaster of Business AdministrationDegree (M.B.A.) Most graduate schools of businessprefer their students to have a broad,liberal arts background. Sinceeconomics is more closely related tobusiness administration than many other liberal arts areas, it is an idealpreparation for study toward the Masterof Business Administration degree.According to a study conducted by theAmerican Assembly of CollegiateSchools of Business (AACSB), graduate business school professors stresseconomics as the most importantundergraduate preparation.

Economics Major as Pre-Law StudyThere are no precisely prescribedpre-law programs or undergraduatecourses. However, according to theChronicle of Higher Education, manylaw schools believe that economics isone of the best preparations for thestudy of law. A recent study found that

among the 14 majors that had morethan 2,000 students taking the LawSchool Admission Test (LSAT),Economics majors received thehighest average test scores in recentyears.

Major, Minor in Economics andCertificate in InternationalEconomic Studies

The department offers a major inEconomics (B.A. degree) with designed fields in Business and FinancialEconomics; Data Analysis andComputer Applications; and PublicPolicy and Economics. Alternatively,with consultation and approval of thefaculty advisor, the student maydevelop his/her own field ofspecialization. Thirty-six credit hours ofcourse work are required for a major inEconomics. A minor, which requires 24credit hours in economics, is alsoavailable. As an option to studentsmajoring in Economics, the departmentissues a letter certifying the completionof International Economic Studies tothose who complete 15 credit hours ofdesignated course work.

Students who are contemplatinggraduate study in Economics shouldconsider taking the following as part of their specialization field:

ECON 400 Econometrics

MATH 122 University Calculus I MATH 123 University Calculus II

MATH 231 Linear Algebra

The department strongly recommendsthat Economics majors take additionalcourses in accounting, computerscience and calculus.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Economics: 36-37credit hours

Supporting Course: 3 or 4 credit hours

*MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

orMATH 122 University Calculus I 4

Lower Level Economics CoreCourses: 9 credit hours

*ECON 200 Fundamentals of Statistics 3*ECON 201 Principles of

Macroeconomics 3

*ECON 202 Principles ofMicroeconomics

3

Upper Level Economics CoreCourses: 12 credit hours

*ECON 300 Statistical Analysis 3

ECON 305 IntermediateMicroeconomic Theory

3

ECON 310 IntermediateMacroeconomic Theory

3

ECON 450 Senior Seminar 3

*these courses are also required foraccounting and business degrees

Elective Course requirements: 12credit hours

Any four economics courses outsidethe core above 300 level. Popularcourses are in the following suggested areas of study:

• Business and FinancialEconomics

• Public Policy and Economics

• Data Analysis and ComputerApplications

• Human Resources

• International Economics

• Environmental and NaturalResource Economics

Requirements for the Minor inEconomics: 24 to 25 hours

Supporting Course: 3-4 credit hours

MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3or

MATH 122 University Calculus I 4

Lower Level Economics CoreCourses: 6 credit hours


3


3

Upper Level Economics CoreCourses: 6 credit hours


or 3ECON 350 Managerial Economics


3

or 3ECON 315 Money, Banking and

Monetary Economics

Elective course requirements: 9 credithours

Any three economics courses outsidethe core at 300 level or above.


Requirements for the Certificate inInternational Economic Studies

As an option to students majoring ineconomics, the department awards acertificate documenting the completionof International Economic Studies toEconomics majors who complete thefollowing 15 credit hours of course work:

Two of the following courses:

ECON 320 International Trade andFinance

3

ECON 345 Comparative EconomicSystems

3

ECON 335 Economic Development 3

ECON 395 Comparative HumanResources

3

and 9 credit hours in foreign area studyand/or international/comparative study. Amaximum of 6 credit hours of a foreignlanguage may be counted for theInternational Economic Studies option.

CHEMISTRYOffice: 207 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3281E-mail: [email protected] S. Janik, Chairperson

The goals of the Department ofChemistry and Biochemistry are toprepare its majors for advanced studyin chemistry, chemical engineering,related disciplines or professionalprograms; or careers in industrial,environmental, and governmentallaboratories; or for careers in teaching. The department strongly believes inthe value of rigorous course workcombined with practical experience.Thus, students spend much of theirtime in the department participating inundergraduate research; this has ledto an informal atmosphere withconsiderable student-facultyinteraction. Often the results of suchresearch are presented at conferences or published in chemistry journals.Paid internships with local industriesare also available.

The Chemistry Club is very active andincludes in its activities an outreachprogram to local schools.Departmental honors and scholarships include the Moos, Keller, Thumm,Marletta and Dingledy awards.

The department offers two tracks,each leading to a B.S. in Chemistrydegree. Track I, the Standard Major, is often chosen by students havingsecond majors or minors in relateddisciplines. Track II satisfies the

curriculum requirements of theAmerican Chemical Society (A.C.S.)and is recommended for studentsinterested in graduate or professionalschools. Each track requires thecompletion of a Core Program plusadditional course work. TheDepartment of Chemistry andBiochemistry and the Department ofBiology jointly administer a major inBiochemistry, see page 12. Thedepartment maintains a graduateprogram leading to a M.S. degree. Afive-year program is available tooutstanding students which is acombined B.S./M.S. program.

Grading Standards: A minimum C-grade is necessary for all requiredchemistry courses counted toward themajor or minor; a collective minimum2.00 grade point average is necessaryfor all required mathematics/computerscience, and physics courses.

Prerequisites/Co-requisites forLaboratory Courses: Laboratory andlecture courses are separately enrolled and graded. As a result, there aresome general requirements forlaboratory courses: (1) CHEM 126 or130 is a prerequisite for any laboratory course at a higher level; (2) for alllaboratory courses the correspondinglecture course is a pre- or co-requisite; (3) if a student drops or withdrawsfrom a lecture course, he/she may berequired to withdraw from thecorresponding laboratory course.

Cooperative Engineering: TheDepartment of Chemistry andBiochemistry participates in theCooperative Engineering program.Refer to the description of thisprogram on page 34.

For the B.S. degree in Geochemistry,an interdisciplinary program with thegeosciences department: The courserequirements for this curriculum aregiven on page 41.

Teacher Certification: Students wishing toteach chemistry in the secondary schoolscan obtain provisional certification bycompleting either of the tracks describedbelow and the required courses inProfessional Education. The procedure tobe followed for admission to theprofessional sequence of courses isdescribed on page 32. Students in alleducation programs are required todemonstrate competence in a foreignlanguage. This requirement may besatisfied in any one of the following fourways: (1) completion of course work at the

116 level at Fredonia, or (2) transferring oftwo successful college semesters of aforeign language, or (3) scoring at the 50th percentile or higher on the CLEP exam, or (4) completion of three years of highschool language with a passing Regentsscore (passing = 65 percent).

The College Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral.

A.C.S. Approved Track: Thecurriculum for the A.C.S. ApprovedTrack is reviewed annually by theA.C.S. Committee on ProfessionalTraining. If, because of this review, itbecomes necessary to modify thecurriculum requirements, revisions willbe on file with both the Dean of theCollege of Natural and SocialSciences, and the Vice President forAcademic Affairs. Such revisionswould be in effect for students whohad completed less than 60 credithours at the time of the revision.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Chemistry CoreProgram (36 credit hours inchemistry; 16 credit hours in related disciplines)

CHEM 115-116

General Chemistry I & II 6

CHEM 125 General Chemistry I Lab 1CHEM 126or 130

General Chemistry II Lab 1

CHEM 215-216

Organic Chemistry I & II 6

CHEM 225 Organic Chemistry I Lab 1CHEM 226or 230

Organic Chemistry II Lab 1

CHEM 315-316

Physical Chemistry I & II 6

CHEM 317-318

Analytical Chemistry I & II 6

CHEM 325-326

Physical Chemistry I & IILabs

2

CHEM 327 Analytical Chemistry I Lab 1CHEM 328 Analytical Chemistry II Lab 2

CHEM 395 Introduction to Research 1

CHEM 495-496

Seminar 236

PHYS 230-232

University Physics I & Lab 5

MATH 122-123


CSIT 104 Introduction toMicrocomputer Softwareor

CSIT 105 Visual BASIC I 3or

CSIT 106 Scientific ProgrammingUsing C++

16

CHEMISTRY 19

Additional Requirements - Track I(Standard Major)Independent Laboratory Research(CHEM 391, 392, 491, 492) orAdvanced Lecture Elective

3

Advanced Lecture Elective (400 level) 3

PHYS 231-233

University Physics II & Lab 5

Additional Requirements - Track II(A.C.S. Approved Major)BIOL 333/CHEM 333

Biochemistry 3

CHEM 462-472

Inorganic Chemistry & Lab 4

Independent Laboratory Research(CHEM 391, 392, 491, 492)

3

Advanced Lecture Elective (400 level) 3

PHYS 231-233

University Physics II & Lab 5

Mathematics Elective - anymathematics course having MATH122 or 123 as a prerequisite

3 or 4

Requirements for the Minor inChemistryA minimum of 24 credit hours inchemistry is required including CHEM115-116, 125 and 126 or 130, and 16additional hours at the 200 level orabove. Of these additional hours: (1)at least 2 hours must be in laboratorycourses; (2) at least 6 hours must befrom 300 or 400 level courses; and (3)CHEM 154, 170, 300, 302, 305, 371,and 372 cannot be counted.

Graduate programs are available inthe department; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

COMMUNICATIONOffice: 324 McEwen Hall(716) 673-3410E-mail:[email protected] Schwalbe, Chairperson

Communication relates to howindividuals, groups, organizations,societies, and cultures may establishhumane and productive relationshipsin expressing needs, mediatingproblems, and pursuing goals. It is one of the oldest areas of academic studyand, because of the transformation ofpersonal and social life by the growthof media technologies, a centraldiscipline. Students approach

processes, practices and distortionsinvolved in human communicationfrom a critical perspective, andintegrate application and theorythroughout the curriculum.

The Department of Communicationoffers majors in Audio/RadioProduction, Communication Studies,Media Management, Public Relations,and Television and Digital Film Design and Production.

The department also offers a minor inCommunication.

Graduates of the program havesuccessful careers in corporate andpublic settings and working in media at all levels. Communication studentshave also continued their education ingraduate programs and law schoolsaround the country.

Students are encouraged tosupplement their academic work withparticipation in applied activities,including the Sheldon MultimediaComputer Lab, the campus radiostations (WCVF FM and WDVLCable/FM), the campus televisionstation (WNYF), the AppliedCommunication Association (ACA)which provides communicationservices to the community, the PublicRelations Student Society of America(PRSSA), and off-campus internships.

The department offers several awardsand scholarships including the LouisC. and S. David Adler Scholarship, the Anne Bernstein Memorial Award, theEdward S. Edelman Scholarship, theArthur R. Maytum Scholarship, theDan Berggren Excellence inAudio/Radio Scholarship and the ArlieMuller Parks Scholarship.

Internal Transfers: Students seeking totransfer into the Department ofCommunication from anotherdepartment must have a 2.5 or abovecumulative grade point average (GPA)to be eligible. If the student’s GPA is 3.0or greater, he/she will be automaticallyadmitted. If the GPA is below 3.0 (but2.5 or higher), the student mustsuccessfully complete COMM 101 andat least one other 3-credit COMMcourse. Grades in each COMM coursemust be C- or above and the cumulativeGPA in COMM courses must be above2.5. An internal application form(available from the department office)must be completed and returned to theoffice in order for the application request to be processed.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Communication

Major Requirements: Students in thedepartment may obtain a B.S. degreein one of the following majors:

• Audio/Radio Production

• Communication Studies

• Media Management

• Public Relations

• Television and Digital FilmDesign and Production

A major program in the Department ofCommunication requires 39.5 to 45.5credit hours of study including 15.5credit hours of core courses requiredby every student in the departmentand 24 to 30 credit hours of courses in the individual specialization. Aminimum of 18 communication credithours, including 12 credit hours withinthe major, must be taken at Fredonia.

B.S. degree students must complete atleast 66 credit hours of course work from disciplines other than communication.This may include non-communicationcourses taken from other universities.

Department of CommunicationMinimum Standards Policy

Students in any of the communicationmajors must earn at least a C- gradein all courses in the major. Thisincludes all courses taken as part ofthe major, both those in thedepartment core (101, 102, 105, 155,199, 201) and those additional courses in one of the five majors.

A student who receives a grade belowC- in a course may repeat that courseonly once. If a student does notachieve a C- or better the second time, he/she will be required to change to amajor outside of the Department ofCommunication.

If a course in the major is a prerequisitefor another course in the major, thestudent will not be allowed to enroll inthe second course if the grade in theprerequisite was less than a C-.

In addition, students must have, inorder to graduate, a least a 2.5average in the departmental core andin the rest of the courses in theirchosen major. This does not includecourses taken in the Department ofCommunication that do not apply tothe student’s major.


Any student whose cumulativeaverage in the major falls below 2.3 for three consecutive semesters in thedepartment will be required to changeto a major outside of the Departmentof Communication.

Double Major: Any student wishing totake a double major with both majorsinside the communication departmentmust take at least 15 additional credithours in the second major (i.e., credithours not used in the first major).Students should be aware that they mayhave to take more than 120 credit hoursin order to accumulate the required 66credit hours outside the department tograduate. Students who have dualmajors with both majors inside theDepartment of Communication are stillrequired to have a minor outside thedepartment or to meet the criteria for thestudy abroad option.

Minor: The department requires allstudents to declare and complete aminor outside the communicationdepartment or a 15 credit hoursemester study abroad. The minormust be officially recognized by theoffering department (includingInterdisciplinary Studies minors) and be chosen in consultation with aDepartment of Communication advisor.A second major outside thecommunication department will alsosatisfy the minor requirement. Students electing the study abroad option arerequired to complete a complementary3 credit hour course at Fredonia.

Cross-using Courses for Minors:Certain minors include somecommunication courses that may fulfillcourse requirements for that minor.Students may use (double-dip) onlyone COMM course (maximum 4 credithours) required for the Communication major to fulfill course requirements forthe minor.

Substitutions in requirements formajors may be made only by approvalof faculty members designated for thespecific majors.

Course offerings and requirements forthe majors may be changed. Studentsare urged to see the department forthe latest requirements.

Communication Core: 15.5 credithours

COMM 101 Fundamentals ofCommunication

3

COMM 102 Mass Media and Society 3

COMM 105 Public Speaking 3

COMM 155 Rhetoric of Vision andSound

3

COMM 199 CommunicationOrientation (required fornew freshmen only)

.5

COMM 201 Rhetoric and Criticism 3

A. Audio/Radio Production Major:40.5 credit hours (including corerequirements)

Development of conceptual, aesthetic,and technical skills in audio production for radio and other media. Focus is onlistening and the creative use of sound to engage an audience through theselection and use of voice, music, andambiance. Applications to commercialand public service announcements,news, documentary, drama, musicprogramming, audio art, and audio fortelevision, theater and film.

Requirements: Hrs.

Communication Core 15.5

Plus Audio/Radio Production Major:25 credit hours - at least 12 credithours at Fredonia

Group A - Major Core - 16 credit hours

COMM 251 Audio Production I 3COMM 351 Audio Production II 3

COMM 420 Communication Law andEthics

3

and one of the following:

COMM 200 Electronic Media Writing

or 3COMM 361 Script Writing for Video,

Film and Radio

and one of the followingCOMM 395 Radio News 4

COMM 451 Audio Documentaries/Soundscapes

4

COMM 456 Radio Programming andProduction

4

Group B - Major Electives - 9 credit hours – choose three of the following:

COMM 110-119 - Any three of the 1credit hour computer courses

3


3


3

COMM 312 Multimedia Integrations 3

COMM 350 TelecommunicationTechnology

3

COMM 375 Mass Media Theory 3

COMM 385 International Media 3COMM 386 International Films 3

COMM 400 TelecommunicationsManagement

3

B. Communication Studies Major:39.5 credit hours (including corerequirements)

Emphasizes the study of humaninteraction in both mediated andnon-mediated communication. Courses will cover theories and skills regardingrelational development, groupdecision-making, public speaking,communication ethics, research andevaluation, and organizationalcommunication. The goal of the majoris to develop the student’s ability tounderstand and apply theories andskills in communication performance,message construction, andcommunication analysis and evaluation across social and professional settings.

Requirements: Hrs.


Plus Communication Studies Major:24 credit hours - at least 12 atFredonia

Group A - Major Core – 12 credit hours:


3

COMM 295 Communication Researchand Survey Methods

3


COMM 430 Communication Theory 3

Group B - Major Electives - 12 credit hours- choose four from the following.


3

COMM 310 Language andCommunication

3

COMM 373 Gender andCommunication

3

COMM 375 Mass Media Theory 3

COMM 379 Persuasion 3COMM 458 Special Topics 3

COMM 460 OrganizationalCommunication

3

COMM 465 InterculturalCommunication

3

C. Media Management Major: 39.5credit hours (including corerequirements)

For students interested innon-production areas of electronicmedia. Includes sales, management,regulation, promotion, and research inbroadcast and other electronic mediasuch as cable television, telephone,and satellites.Requirements: Hrs.


COMMUNICATION 21

Plus Media Management Major: 24credit hours - at least 12 at Fredonia

Group A - Major Core - 15 credit hours -choose five from among the following:

COMM 110-119 - Any three of the 1credit hour computer courses

3


3


3


3

COMM 385 International Media 3

COMM 400 TelecommunicationsManagement

3


3


3

Group B - Major Electives - 9 credit hours - choose three from among the following, atleast one at 300-400 level:


3

COMM 235 Business Communication 3

COMM 301 Group Communication 3COMM 312 Multimedia Integrations 3

COMM 375 Mass Media Theory 3COMM 379 Persuasion 3

COMM 386 International Films 3

COMM 430 Communication Theory 3COMM 465 Intercultural

Communication3

D. Public Relations Major: 42.5credit hours (including corerequirements)

Focuses on the theoretical constructsand professional skills necessary toeffectively mediate the goals andobligations of an organization and theneeds and concerns of the public. Theemphasis on ethics, campaign designand management and the productionof messages for targeted audiencesprepares students to serve ascommunication advocates in a varietyof professional and civic settings.

Requirements: Hrs.


Plus Public Relations Major: 27credit hours - at least 12 at Fredonia

Group A - Major Core - 15 credit hours


3


3

COMM 322 Public Relations Writing 3

COMM 344 Public Relations CaseAnalysis

3

COMM 422 Public RelationsManagement

3

Group B - Major Electives - 12 credit hours– 6 credit hours at 300 or above level fromthe following:

COMM 110-119 - Any three of the 1credit hour computer courses(recommended)

3


3

COMM 235 Introduction to BusinessCommunication

3

COMM 251 Audio Production I 3COMM 255 Studio Production 3

COMM 301 Group Communication 3COMM 312 Multimedia Integrations 3


3

COMM 375 Mass Media Theory 3COMM 379 Persuasion 3

COMM 385 International Media 3


3

COMM 430 Communication Theory 3


3


3

E. Television and Digital FilmDesign and Production Major:45.5 credit hours (including corerequirements).

Focuses on the theoretical, technical,and practical issues of television anddigital film production. Hands-onproject-based major with emphasis onpre-production, production,postproduction and distribution.Students gain experience inmulti-camera studio production,electronic news gathering, fieldproduction, documentary, andnarrative. Topics covered include:concept development, visualization,writing, aesthetics, ethics, shooting and editing techniques, and sound design.

Requirements: Hrs.


Plus Television and Digital FilmDesign and Production Major: 30credit hours – Group C must be takenat Fredonia

Group A - Major Core - 15 credit hoursCOMM 251 Audio Production I 3

COMM 255 Studio Production 3

COMM 354 Video Field Production 3


3

and one of the following:

COMM 200 Electronic Media Writingor 3

COMM 361 Script Writing for Video,Film and Radio

Group B - 3 credit hours - one of thefollowing

COMM 312 Multimedia Integrations 3COMM 358 Television News 3

Group C - 12 credit hours - one of thefollowing three course sequences must betaken at Fredonia. The documentary anddrama sequences must be taken inconsecutive semesters.

COMM 366 Video Postproduction 4

COMM 452 Video Documentaries I 4

COMM 462 Video Documentaries II 4or

COMM 366 Video Postproduction 4

COMM 454 Video Drama I 4COMM 464 Video Drama II 4

Requirements for the Minor inCommunicationA minor in Communication requires 18 credit hours including COMM 101 anda minimum of 9 credit hours at the 300 level or above. A minimum of 9 credithours must be taken at Fredonia.Students may not use COMM 475(Communication Supervision), COMM480 (Communication Internship), orCOMM 490 (Independent Study)toward the minor requirements.

Advising with the department isstrongly recommended. The minimumGPA for successful completion of theminor is 2.50.


COMPUTER ANDINFORMATIONSCIENCESOffice: 2154 Fenton Hall(716) 673-4820E-mail: [email protected] J. Siddiqui, Chairperson

The Department of Computer andInformation Sciences offers twoBachelor of Science degrees. Onedegree is in Computer Science (CS)with five study options: ComputerTheory, Systems Software, AppliedMathematics, Geographic InformationSystems, and a General Major. Theother degree is in ComputerInformation Systems (CIS) with twostudy options: Systems Developmentand Systems Management.

The CS degree focuses on a traditionalcomputer science discipline withapplications in scientific problem-solving, software for computer systems, andGIS. The CIS degree is geared towardcommercial computer-based information processing, management andadministrative applications. The CS andCIS degrees together with their studyoptions prepare students for the futureby providing a study of the current stateof computers and information sciencesembedded within a well-rounded liberalarts education. As a Computer andInformation Sciences major at Fredonia,a student may select a program thatsuits his/her career objectives andacademic goals.

The department also participates inthe SUNY Learning Network (SLN)program. Over the past severalsemesters, a number of courses havebeen offered on the Internet. Foradditional information, students should call the SLN program at1-800-875-6269 or check the web siteat www.sln.suny.edu/sln.

Scholarships available to students inComputer and Information Sciencesinclude the John Beck Scholarship, the Arthur R. Maytum Scholarships, andthe MACS Scholarships sponsored bythe National Science Foundation. Thescholarships are awarded annually onthe recommendation of the computerand information sciences faculty.

Programs in Computer andInformation Sciences

The department offers two degrees, aB.S. in Computer Science and a B.S. inComputer Information Systems. Two

minor programs in both CS and CIS arealso offered. A dual-diploma, joint degreeprogram in CIS with EGE University,Izmir, Turkey is available as well. Thedepartment also participates in theCooperative Engineering program; referto page 34. Many service level coursessuch as Microsoft Office, webprogramming and visual Basic are alsooffered. Currently, the primary languagesof computer science instruction are C and C++ in the MS Windows and Unixenvironments. For further details aboutthe programs in computer andinformation sciences, contact thechairperson of the Department ofComputer and Information Sciences.

Bachelor of Science DegreeProgram in Computer Science

The Bachelor of Science in ComputerScience (CS) degree is available withfive options (tracks):

• Computer Theory (CT)

• Systems Software (SS)

• Applied Mathematics (AM)

• Geographic InformationSystems (GIS)

• General Major (GM)

All five options contain a common core offundamental courses in the science ofcomputing, with essential emphasis ontheory, practice, and applications.Further, courses in the CT track preparegraduates for post-graduate education incomputer science and careers in thescientific computing sectors. The SStrack prepares graduates for systemslevel software design and development,as well as for networking. The AM andGIS tracks emphasize computerapplications with interdisciplinaryopportunities in applied mathematics andgeographic information systems. The GM track is a general track and allowsstudents more latitude in the choice of400-level courses in meeting the CSrequirements.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in ComputerScience

The Bachelor of Science degree inComputer Science is built on arequired core of course work incomputer science, plus a calculussequence, to which is added therequirements in the student’s selectedtrack.

Computer Sciences (CS Core): (25credit hours)CSIT 121 Computer Science I 3

CSIT 221 Computer Science II 3

CSIT 224 Problem Solving UsingObjects

3

CSIT 231 Systems Programming 3

CSIT 241 Discrete Mathematics forComputer Science I

4

CSIT 311 Assembly Language andComputer Organization

3

CSIT 321 Paradigms ofProgramming Languages

3

CSIT 341 Data Structures 3

A. Computer Theory (CT) Track: (58credit hours)

The track is designed for students who intend to pursue graduate education in computer science or who seek careers in scientific computing. The majority ofcourse work in this track is in the areaof Theoretical Foundations.

The CT track requires the CS Core,plus:MATH 122 University Calculus I 4

MATH 123 University Calculus II 4CSIT 242 Discrete Mathematics for

Computer Science II4

CSIT 425 Software Engineering 3

CSIT 431 Introduction to OperatingSystems

3

CSIT 441 Analysis and Design ofAlgorithms

3

CSIT 443 Theory of Computation 3Three additional courses chosen from: CSIT 411, 413, 433, 435, 455, 461,462, 463, 490, 496, 497, 499*

9

B. Systems Software (SS) Track:(56-58 credit hours)

The track emphasizes computersystems development, design andarchitecture. It prepares graduates forsystems-level programming, and forcareers in system design, ensembles,architecture, and networking. Themajority of course work is in the areaof Computer Systems Software.

The SS Track requires the CS Core,plus:MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

or

MATH 122 University Calculus I 4MATH 121 Survey of Calculus II 3

orMATH 123 University Calculus II 4

CSIT 242 Discrete Mathematics forComputer Science II

4

CSIT 413 Computer Architecture 3CSIT 425 Software Engineering 3


3

COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES 23

CSIT 433 Compiler Construction 3

CSIT 437 Advanced OperatingSystems

3

Two additional courses chosen from:CSIT 411, 435, 441, 455, 461, 462,463, 490, 496, 497, 499*

6

C. Applied Mathematics (AM) Track:(66 credit hours)

The track is designed for students who have interdisciplinary interests incomputer science and mathematicalsciences. It prepares students forscientific and mathematical modelingapplications. The students in the AMTrack complete a minor in AppliedMathematics.

Specifically, the AM Track requires the CS Core, plus:MATH 122 University Calculus I 4MATH 123 University Calculus II 4

MATH 223 University Calculus III 4MATH 231 Linear Algebra 4


4

CSIT 425 Software Engineering 3CSIT 431 Introduction to Operating

Systems3


3

Three additional courses chosen from: CSIT 411, 413, 433, 435, 437, 455,461, 462, 463, 490, 496, 497, 499*

9

One additional course chosen from:MATH 325, 329, 331, 335, 359, 375,440; STAT 350.

3

D. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Track: (74-76 credit hours)

The track is designed for students who have interdisciplinary interests in bothcomputer science and geographicinformation systems. It preparesstudents for geosciences applications.The students in the GIS Trackcomplete a minor in GIS offered by the Department of Geosciences.Specifically, the GIS Track requiresthe CS Core, plus:MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

orMATH 122 University Calculus I 4

MATH 121 Survey of Calculus II 3

orMATH 123 University Calculus II 4



3

CSIT 455 Relational and ObjectDatabases

3

CSIT 462 Computer Graphicsor 3

CSIT 463 Digital Image Processingand Computer Vision

Two additional courses chosen from:CSIT 225, 411, 413, 433, 435, 441,461, 462, 463, 490, 496, 497, 499*

6

* Only one course numbered 490 or aboveis allowed.

Minor in Geographic InformationSystems (with CSIT 121 substitutedfor CSIT 106 and CSIT 205 substituted for CSIT 105).

25

E. General Major (GM) Track: (55-57credit hours)

The track is designed to providestudents with exposure to a significantrange of topics within the computerscience field, while at the same timeensuring their ability to select thosecourses that most interest them.

Specifically, the GM track requires theCS Core, plus:MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

or


MATH 121 Survey of Calculus II 3or

MATH 123 University Calculus II 4

A total of eight courses with at leasttwo courses from each of the following areas are required.

1. Software:


CSIT 433 Compiler Construction

CSIT 435 Data Communications and Networks II

CSIT 437 Advanced OperatingSystems

CSIT 461 Introduction to AI andKnowledge Engineering

2. Hardware:

CSIT 411 Programming forEmbeddedMicrocontrollers

CSIT 413 Computer Architecture

PHYS 326 Digital Logic

3. Computer Science Theory:



CSIT 443 Theory of Computation

MATH 325 Numerical AnalysisMATH 337 Combinatorics

4. Computer Applications:

CSIT 425 Software Engineering


CSIT 462 Computer GraphicsCSIT 463 Introduction to Digital

Image Processing andComputer Vision

Sections of CSIT 490 Seminar onSelected Topics, CSIT 496 SpecialTopics in Computer Science, CSIT497 Computer Science Thesis, andCSIT 499 Computer Science Projectmay be offered as options.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience in Computer InformationSystems (CIS) (64 credit hours)

The degree program preparesgraduates for careers in two majorareas: systems development andsystems management. The major inComputer Information Systems helpsstudents acquire knowledge and gainexpertise in all important aspects ofthe development, use, andmanagement of (business) information systems. As part of the program,majors learn about: computerhardware, software, and informationtechnology (IT) tools; informationsystems analysis and designmethodologies; data andtelecommunications technologies;information (systems and projects)management.

Computer Information Systems(CIS) Core: (24 credit hours)


3

CSIT 105 Visual BASIC Ior 3

CSIT 121 Computer Science ICSIT 205 Visual BASIC II

or 3

CSIT 221 Computer Science IICSIT 207 Web Programming II 3

CSIT 251 Information SystemsStructures

3

CSIT 312 Computer SystemsStructures

3

CSIT 335 Data Communications and Networks I

3

CSIT 351 Business SystemsDevelopment

3


Business and Mathematics Core: (24credit hours)

MATH 108 Mathematics for theManagement, Life, andSocial Sciences

3

ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting I 3


3

STAT 200 Statistical Methods I

or 3

ECON 200 Fundamentals of Statistics for BusinessAdministration andEconomics

Two courses chosen from: 6

MATH 120 Survey of Calculus IMATH 121 Survey of Calculus II

ACCT 202 Principles of Accounting II

STAT 300 Statistical Methods II

or

ECON 300 Statistical Analysis

Two courses chosen from: 6BUAD 315 Principles of Business

Finance


BUAD 327 Production and Operations Management I

BUAD 330 Human ResourcesManagement

BUAD 427 Production and Operations Management II

Track Requirements: (9 or 10 credithours)

Systems Development Track:CSIT 241 Discrete Mathematics for

Computer Science I4



Systems Management Track:Three courses chosen from:


CSIT 471 Information SystemsManagement

3

CSIT 473 Data Warehousing andMining

3

CSIT 475 Electronic Commerce 3

Electives (6 credit hours):Two additional courses chosen from:CSIT 341 Data Structures 3

CSIT 411 Programming forEmbeddedMicrocontrollers

3


CSIT 435 Data Communications and Networks II

3


3

CSIT 456 Introduction to DecisionSupport Systems

3

CSIT 461 Introduction to AI andKnowledge Engineering

3

CSIT 463 Introduction to DigitalImage Processing andComputer Vision

3

CSIT 471 Information SystemsManagement

3

CSIT 473 Data Warehousing andMining

3

CSIT 475 Electronic Commerce 3

Requirements for the Minor inComputer ScienceMATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3

or


MATH 121 Survey of Calculus II 3or

MATH 123 University Calculus II 4CSIT 121 Computer Science I 3

CSIT 221 Computer Science II 3

CSIT 241 Discrete Mathematics forComputer Science I

4

CSIT 311 Assembly Language andComputer Organization

3


Two additional courses selected from:CSIT 205, 225, 231, 321, 351, 413,425, 431, 433, 435, 441, 443, 455,456, 461, 462, 463, 490, 496, 497,499* with at least one of these at the300-400 level.

6

Total credit hours: 28–30

Requirements for the Minor inComputer Information SystemsCSIT 151 Introduction to Information

Systems3

CSIT 105 Visual BASIC I

or 3CSIT 121 Computer Science I

CSIT 205 Visual BASIC II

or 3CSIT 221 Computer Science II

CSIT 207 Web Programming II 3

CSIT 251 Information SystemsStructures

3

CSIT 335 Data Communications and Networks I

3

MATH 108 Mathematics for theManagement, Life, andSocial Sciences

3

ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting I 3


3

Two additional courses selected from:MATH 120 or MATH 122, CSIT 225,312, 341, 351, 411, 425, 455, 456,461, 462, 463, 471, 473, 475, 490,496, 497, 499 with at least one ofthese at the 300-400 level*

6-7

Total Hours Required: 33-34

*Only one course numbered 490 or aboveis allowed.

Note: A minimum 15 credit hourscounted toward the minor must betaken at Fredonia.

Internships and EmploymentOpportunities

Experiential learning is encouragedthrough internships. Internships aredesigned as a way to developknowledge and gain experience withcomputers and information technologyin a job setting. Recently, studentshave successfully completedinternships at AL Tech Specialty Steel, Chemical Process Corporation,Ultrapak, Buffalo General Hospital,Cummins Engine, M&T Bank, and theDunkirk and Fredonia TelephoneCompany. Several internships payhonoraria or minimum wages. Everysemester department hires at least 10laboratory proctors to manage its CSLab. Many other opportunities exist oncampus for students to earn money as tutors, work study, or computerlaboratory assistants.

Computer Laboratories andEquipment

The department manages its ownlaboratory (CS Lab) and has classscheduling rights to another laboratoryin Fenton Hall. The CS Lab ismaintained by a systems administratorand a staff of paid student proctorsfrom the Computer and InformationSciences Department. The mainequipment in the lab consists of several workstations running Unix, togetherwith a cluster of 23 Intel-basedworkstations running Windows andLinux. A Linux-based cluster of serversconnected to a high-speed networkprovides Internet access. Popularsoftware development tools such as C,C++, Java, Open GL and other utilitiesare available, in addition to standardMicrosoft software packages such asOffice and Visual Studio. Thecomputers in the laboratory areaccessible from various locationsacross the campus, including thedormitories. The other laboratory that is used by the department is primarily aninstructional laboratory and houses anetwork of 30 Intel-based workstationsthat run under Windows. Both of thesefacilities are dedicated to supportinginstruction in the Computer andInformation Sciences programs. Thereare also several other microcomputerlaboratories on campus. Thedepartment upgrades its laboratoryequipment every three years.

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Faculty and Student Research andScholarship

The Computer and InformationSciences faculty and majors areactively involved in various researchactivities such as participating ininternational, national, and regionalconferences, workshops andseminars, and publishing their work inwell-known journals and proceedings.With the cooperation of the ComputerScience Club, the departmentfrequently runs joint faculty andstudent colloquia. Several studentshave won research papercompetitions, and teams havesuccessfully competed in regionalprogramming competitions. Currentareas of faculty and student researchare computer architecture, networking, image processing, pattern recognition,knowledge engineering, computergraphics, data compression,performance analysis andbenchmarking, automatedperformance tuning, theoreticalcomputer science, remote sensing,natural languages, embeddedprocessor applications, computerscience education, andinterdisciplinary applications.

CRIMINAL JUSTICEOffice: W369 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3421E-mail: [email protected] G. Brown, Director

The Bachelor of Arts degree programin Criminal Justice is aninterdisciplinary curriculum that offersbroad based knowledge of crime anddelinquency, criminal law andprocedure, police science andsecurity, and the juvenile justicesystem. The curriculum includescourses in criminal law and procedure, crime theory, human deviant behavior, police science, security, corrections,statistics and research methods.Graduates will be prepared for careers in the field of juvenile justice, courtsystem administration, lawenforcement, adult corrections,rehabilitation, crime data analysis andsecurity at the city, county, state andfederal level. Internships are highlyrecommended. Participating internship sponsors include local police andsheriff departments, the county districtattorney’s office, Department ofProbation, New York State

Department of Corrections, U.S.Customs, and the Chautauqua County Victim/Witness program. In addition tothe Core Curriculum and electiverequirements listed below, studentsare strongly urged to include electivecourses that will help developeffectiveness in speaking and inwriting. Students are required to becomputer literate, able to use wordprocessing software, conductresearch, access internet data basesand communicate in cyberspace.Familiarity with bibliographic and datasearch routines is stronglyencouraged.

Students are strongly advised tocomplete a minor in a relateddiscipline given the interdisciplinarycharacteristics of the Criminal Justicemajor.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Criminal Justice

Completion of a minimum of 39 credithours of course work comprised of 18credit hours of core requirements, 6credit hours of a statistics-researchmethods sequence, and 15 credithours of elective credit.

Core Courses include: 18

CRMJ 100 Introduction to CriminalJustice

3

POLI 277 Introduction to Law

or 3POLI 276 Law and Society

CRMJ 310 Law Enforcement Policyand Practice

3

CRMJ 320 Crime and Crime Theory 3CRMJ 340 Introduction to Corrections 3

CRMJ 400 Senior Seminar 3

Statistics-Research Methodssequence:

SOC 200 Social Statistics 3SOC 300 Research Methods 3

orPOLI 200 Statistics 3

POLI 210 Research Methods 3

Electives: 15 credit hours from amongthe following courses

CRMJ 321 Race and Criminal JusticeCRMJ 330 Criminal Law

CRMJ 331 Criminal Procedure

CRMJ 332 Homeland SecurityCRMJ 333 Criminal Investigations

CRMJ 350 Special TopicsCRMJ 360 Criminal Justice Ethics

CRMJ 470 Criminal Justice Internship

PHIL 262 Crime and Punishment

PHIL 310 Business Ethics

PHIL 362 Philosophy of LawPOLI 311 Fundamentals of Public

Administration

POLI 370 American ConstitutionalLaw

POLI 371 Civil Rights and LibertiesPOLI 383 Courts and Social Policy

PSY 245 Social PsychologyPSY 246 Personality

PSY 356 Abnormal Psychology

PSY 358 Psychology and the LawSOC 204 Social Psychology

SOC 303 Social Class andInequality

SOC 310 Sociology of DeviantBehavior

SOC 311 Sociology of Addiction

SOC 316 Minority Groups

SOC 361 Law in the WorldSOC 363 Victimology

SOC 364 Juvenile DelinquencySOC 365 Family Violence

Policy on Transfer Credit into theMajorTransfer students will be required tocomplete a minimum of 21 (up to 39)credit hours of course work in theCriminal Justice major. This mustinclude all of the courses required forthe major. A maximum of 18 credithours of course work completedelsewhere that are similar to classes in the major offered at Fredonia will beaccepted toward completion of theB.A. degree in Criminal Justice. Thestudent must have completed thiscourse work with a grade of C or better to have it applied to the major.

Requirements for the Minor inCriminal JusticeThe minor in Criminal Justice consistsof a minimum of 21 credit hours thatmust include the following:

CRMJ 100 and at least two of the core courses required for the major. Inaddition, among the 21 credit hours,classes must come from at least two of the disciplines that provide courses tothe major. Students may transfer up to 6 credit hours of appropriate coursework towards completion of the minor.

(Dance, see Department of Theatreand Dance, page 85).

(Earth Sciences, see Department ofGeosciences, pages 41-42.)

(Economics, see School ofBusiness, page 18.)


EDUCATIONOffice: 810 Maytum Hall(716) 673-3311E-mail: [email protected] Givner, Dean

Department of Curriculum andInstructionOffice: E268 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3701E-mail: [email protected] Maheady, Chairperson

Department of Language, Learning andLeadershipOffice: E268 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3702E-mail: [email protected] M. Thibodeau, Chairperson

Office of Field ExperiencesOffice: W249 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3443E-mail: [email protected] Marie Loughlin, Director

Office: W261 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3443E-mail: [email protected] Chavez, Coordinator of Early FieldExperiences

Office of Student ServicesOffice: E259 Thompson Hall(716) 673-4768E-mail: [email protected] Enser, Coordinator

Important Notification to AllEducation Majors

All programs and degree options in the College of Education lead to New York State Certification and are subject tothe guidelines and mandatesestablished by New York State.Additionally, all programs and degreeoptions are held accountable to theNational Council for the Accreditationof Teacher Education (NCATE)standards. As such, any changesmade by the New York State Board ofRegents or the NCATE review boardhave the potential to impact therequirements of the program.Undergraduate programs are reviewed each semester to check compliancewith state certification and nationalaccreditation requirements.Candidates should meet with theirfaculty advisors and attend alladvisement sessions for up-to-dateinformation on current programs andcertification requirements.

National Council for theAccreditation of Teacher Education(NCATE)

NCATE is a partnership of over 30national professional organizations,representing over three millionAmericans, who have united to ensure high quality teacher preparation.NCATE ensures that subject mattercontent, and how to teach it, is thepriority. NCATE standards expect theCollege of Education to base itsprograms on content and teachingstandards set by professionalassociations in each content area.NCATE also expects candidates togain a firm foundation in the liberalarts. NCATE endorsement addscredibility and national transportabilityto SUNY Fredonia certificationprograms. SUNY Fredonia is fullyaccredited by NCATE.

Certification Programs

The College of Education offersopportunity for certification in thefollowing areas:

Early Childhood Education:Preparation to teach very youngchildren, birth through age 8 (B.S. inEd. degree: Certification Birth throughGrade 2).

Childhood Education: Preparation toteach elementary school (B.S. in Ed.degree: Certification Grades 1 to 6).

Middle Childhood Education –Mathematics Specialist: Preparation to teach middle school mathematics(B.S. in Ed. degree: CertificationGrades 5 to 9). Core educationcourses for the degree are taught inboth the College of Education and theDepartment of Mathematical Sciences. Candidates in the degree program willbe assigned an academic advisor from the Department of MathematicalSciences. For information on theprogram, students should see theDepartment of Mathematical Sciencesinformation on page 55 of the catalog.

Adolescence Education: Preparationto teach biology, chemistry, earthscience, English, French,mathematics, physics, social studiesor Spanish (B.A. or B.S. degree:Certification Grades 7 to 12). Coreeducation courses for these degreesare taught in both the College ofEducation and the academicdepartments. Candidates in thesedegree programs major in theacademic discipline and will be

assigned an academic advisor fromthe appropriate academic department.For information on AdolescenceEducation programs, students shouldrefer to the appropriate academicdepartment in the catalog.

Program Philosophy andConceptual Framework for AllCertification ProgramsThe College of Education believes that all children can learn and that theylearn best when taught by reflectiveand responsive educators whocarefully assess their instructionalcompetence via reflections upon pupilperformance. Responsive educatorsmake informed decisions based onthese reflections and adjust instruction to enhance pupil progress. Allcandidates in the College of Education complete a series of four field-basedexperiences in local schools. Eachfield-based experience is taught inconjunction with a required educationcourse to clearly connect educationaltheory and practice. Each of the fieldexperiences is highly structured, wellsupervised, and intended to providemultiple opportunities for candidates to Plan, Instruct, Reflect, and Respondwith school children in classroomsettings. Candidates also enroll incourse work related to child andadolescent development, applicationsof psychology in the classroom, andpedagogical strategies as well asliberal arts and discipline-specificcontent courses. All of the courseswork together to strengthen thecandidates’ Four Pillars ofUnderstanding—Knowledge,Pedagogy, Diversity, andProfessionalism—which in turnsupport the process of effectiveplanning, instructing, reflecting, andresponding.

Course work and instruction are rooted in a strong foundation ofresearch-based practices andstrategies, contextual factors thatinfluence instruction, and standards for teaching and learning.

Requirements for All CertificationProgramsCandidates in the College ofEducation are regularly monitored andevaluated throughout the program viadegree-specific Gated AssessmentModels. The Gated AssessmentModels present an organized series ofperformance based checkpoints thatdocuments candidates’ competencies

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and positive impact on learners.Specific requirements and deadlines,minimal satisfactory performancelevels (including grade point averagerequirements), and remediation plansare detailed in the models. Allcandidates should obtain a copy of the appropriate Gated Assessment Modelfrom an academic advisor and become familiar with the requirementsestablished therein.

Note: Candidates transferring into acertification program (both internallyand externally) must pass througheach of the aforementioned gatesregardless of the candidate’sacademic standing at the time oftransfer.

Professional Dispositions for AllCertification ProgramsCandidates in professional educationare expected to demonstrate a set ofvalues and attitudes consistent withthe highest professional standards.These values and attitudes must bedemonstrated in concrete ways incandidates’ interactions with membersof the faculty, school personnel, andwith students. Information regardingthe professional dispositions isavailable from academic advisors from the College of Education Office ofStudent Support Services, and online,through the College of Educationwebsite. Inappropriate behavior maywarrant remediation, probation, ordismissal from the program.

Candidate Organizations for AllCertification ProgramsWithin the College of Education, adynamic and active Teacher Education Club offers activities that provide anarray of opportunities for academic,personal, and professional growth, aswell as community service. TheCollege of Education also houses theZeta Upsilon Chapter of theInternational Honor Society inEducation, Kappa Delta Pi. Thisinvitation-only, service-orientatedorganization provides multipleopportunities for professional growth.In addition, the College of Educationsponsors a chapter of the Golden KeyInternational Honour Society.

International Exchange ProgramUpon completion of degreerequirements, candidates have theopportunity to experience a culturaland educational exchange with eitherUniversity of Plymouth in Exmouth,England, or Swansea Institute inSwansea, Wales. The five-weekinternship includes classroomexperience in the United Kingdom,organized cultural excursions, and free travel time for individual development.Participants earn 3 hours of graduatecourse credit.

Special Requirements for AllCertification ProgramsIn light of the statutory requirementsfound in the Commissioner’sRegulations subdivision 52.21(b), ALLcandidates for New York Statecertification must complete requiredtraining in Child Abuse Detection andReporting; Abduction Prevention;Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug AbusePrevention; Fire Safety; and SchoolsAgainst Violence in Education (SAVE)legislation. In the College ofEducation, candidates participate in aseries of three 1-credit-hour courses(EDU 301, EDU 302, EDU 303) tofulfill these New York Staterequirements.

In addition, New York State legislationeffective July 1, 2001, requires that allapplicants for initial certification and all new school employees be clearedthrough FBI fingerprinting and criminalbackground check. The candidateincurs the costs for the fingerprintingand the background check. Currentforms and regulations are available athttp://ohe32.nysed.gov/tcert/ospra/index.html. New York State CertificationExaminations Candidates for Initialteacher certification must successfullycomplete the New York State TeacherCertification Examinations: the LiberalArts and Sciences Test (LAST), theAssessment of Teaching Skills –Written (ATSW), and the appropriateContent Area Specialty Test for thearea of certification. These certification exams must be completedsuccessfully prior to graduation.Further information on New York State Teacher Examinations is available atwww.nystce.nesinc.com.

Foreign Language RequirementCandidates in all education programsare required to demonstratecompetence in a foreign language.This requirement must be satisfied in

any one of the following four ways: (1)completion of course work at the 116level at SUNY Fredonia, (2)transferring of two successful collegesemesters, (3) scoring at the 50thpercentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passing Regents score (65 or higher).

Course Requirements

Childhood Education Hrs.

Note: (F) designates courses that have a field experience component.

EDU 105/106

Introduction toContemporary Education(F)

3

EDU 225 DevelopmentalPsychology

3

EDU 250/251

Introduction to theExceptional Learner (F)

3

EDU 276 Foundations of Literacyand Technology

3

EDU 305/313

Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(F)

3

EDU 349 Educational Psychology 3

EDU 301 Child AbuseReporting/AbductionPrevention

1

EDU 302 Alcohol, Tobacco andDrug Abuse Prevention

1

EDU 303 Fire Safety and SAVELegislation

1

MAED 301 Math for School Teachers I

3

MAED 302 Math for School Teachers II

3

Natural Science courses (from twodifferent departments)

7

(Note: SCI courses are consideredmulti-disciplinary—all 7 credit hours can betaken in SCI)

Plus an area of concentration 30-37

Methods of Instruction:

EDU 402 Teaching Mathematics inthe Elementary School

3

EDU 403 Teaching Science in theElementary School

3

EDU 404 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School

3

EDU 405 Teaching Literacy inInclusive EducationalSettings

3

EDU 406 Literacy and Assessmentin Inclusive EducationalSettings

3

Capstone Experience – Student Teaching:

EDU 416 Capstone Seminar 3EDU 420 Student Teaching -

Primary6

EDU 422 Student Teaching -Intermediate

6


Early Childhood Education Hrs.

Note: (F) designates courses that have a field experience component.

EDU 105/106

Introduction toContemporary Education(F)

3

EDU 214 Children’s Literature 3

EDU 220 Child Developmentor 3


EDU 250/251

Introduction to theExceptional Learner (F)

3

EDU 276 Foundations of Literacyand Technology

3

EDU 305/313

Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(F)

3

EDU 312 Infant/Toddler Care andEducation (F)

3

EDU 314 Developmental Learning

or 3EDU 349 Educational Psychology


1


1


1

MUED 315 Music, Play and Self 3MAED 301 Math for School

Teachers I3

MAED 302 Math for School Teachers II

3

Natural Science courses (from twodifferent departments)

7

(Note: SCI courses are consideredmulti-disciplinary—all 7 credit hours can betaken in SCI)

Plus an area of concentration 30-37

Methods of Instruction:EDU 402 Teaching Mathematics in

the Elementary School3

EDU 405 Teaching Literacy inInclusive EducationalSettings

3

EDU 406 Literacy and Assessmentin Inclusive EducationalSettings

3

EDU 412 Integrated Methods forEarly Childhood Education

6

Capstone Experience – Student TeachingEDU 416 Capstone Seminar 3

EDU 420 Student Teaching -Primary

6

EDU 421 Student Teaching – Pre-K 6EDU 432 Building Home-School

Partnerships in DiverseSociety

3

Areas of Concentration forChildhood and Early ChildhoodEducation

Art Concentration (30 credit hours)

Studio Art (6 credit hours)ART 150 Drawing I 3

ART 155 2-Dimensional Design 3

Foundations of Art History (6 credit hours)

ARTH 101 Art in Culture to 1400 3

ARTH 102 Art in Culture from 1400 3

Art History (18 credit hours)*

Select from the following:

ARTH 310 Ancient Art: (subtitlevaries)

3

ARTH 311 Medieval Art: (subtitlevaries)

3

ARTH 315 Renaissance Art: (subtitlevaries)

3

ARTH 329 Art Since 1945 3

ARTH 351 Readings in Art History 3ARTH 390 Special Topics: Art History 3

ARTH 440 Visual Culture 3ARTH 494 Directed Studio: Art

History3

ARTH 495 Independent Study: ArtHistory

3

*minimum of 6 credit hours at the 400 level

Biology Concentration (33 credit hours)

BIOL 110 Human Biology 3

BIOL 131/132


4

BIOL 133/134


4

BIOL 330/331


Plus 6 elective credit hours in biologyat the 300 and/or 400 level byadvisement

6

SCI 301 Science for Elem. SchoolTeachers I

3

SCI 303 Science for Elem. SchoolTeachers II

3

SCI 302/304

Science for Elem. SchoolTeachers (Lab)

1

SCI 325 Science TeachingAssistantship Labs

2

EDU 403 Teaching Science in theElem. School

3

Chemistry Concentration (34 credit hours)CHEM 115/125

General Chemistry I & Lab 4

CHEM 116/126

General Chemistry II &Lab

4

CHEM 215/225

Organic Chemistry I & Lab 4

CHEM 216/226

Organic Chemistry II &Lab

4

Plus 6 elective credit hours inchemistry at the 300 and/or 400 levelby advisement

6


3


3

SCI 302/304


1


2


3

Earth Science Concentration (32-33 credithours)GEO 160 Oceanography 3

GEO 165 Geology I 3

GEO 169 General Geology (Lab)* 1GEO 210 Geology II* 3

GEO 215 Minerals and Rocks* 4

GEO 311 Global Climate 3

Any 300, 400 level geology elective 3-4


3


3

SCI 302/304


1


2


3

*Prerequisite or co-requisite - GEO 165

English Concentration (30 credit hours)

ENGL 357 Literacy, Language andReading

3

ENGL 358 Comp. for Elem. Ed.Teachers

3

Plus three of the following: 9

ENGL 205 Epic and RomanceENGL 207 Drama and Film

ENGL 209 Novels and Tales

ENGL 211 World PoetryEnglish courses at the 300 and/or 400level by advisement

15

French Concentration (30 credit hours)FREN 215 Intermediate French I 3

FREN 216 Intermediate French II 3

FREN 317 French Conversation 3FREN 318 French Composition 3

FREN 319 Survey of FrenchLiterature I

3

FREN 421 Advanced FrenchPronunciation

3

Plus one of the following: 3

FREN 315 French Masterpieces IFREN 316 French Masterpieces II

French at the 300 and/or 400 level byadvisement

9

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Mathematics Concentration (34-36 credithours)

MATH 210 Discrete Math. 4

MAED 301 Mathematics for SchoolTeachers I

3

MAED 302 Mathematics for SchoolTeachers II

3

MAED 303 Mathematics for SchoolTeachers III

3

MAED 310 Reading and WritingMathematics

3

MAED 325 Software for MathematicsEducation

3

One of the following: 3MATH 110 Math in Action

MATH 117 Why Mathematics?

One of the following sequences:MATH 120/121

Survey of Calculus I and II 6

MATH 122/123

University Calculus I and II 8

One of the following: 3

STAT 200 Statistical Methods

STAT 350 Probability and Statistics

EDU 402 Teaching Mathematics inElem. School

3

Music Concentration (32 credit hours)

MUS 121 Aural Theory I 2

MUS 122 Aural Theory II 2MUS 123 Written Theory I 2

MUS 124 Written Theory II 2MUED 315 Music, Play, and Self 3

MUS 450 Dir. Studies (MusicianshipI/Obs.)

2

MUS 451 Dir. Studies (MusicianshipII/Obs.)

2

Music history courses at the 300and/or 400 level by advisement

12

Plus any three from the following:MUS 118 Piano Class 1

MUS 217 Piano Class Inter. 1

MUS 218 Piano Class Inter. 1MUS 317 Piano Class Adv. 1

MUS 318 Piano Class Adv. 1

Plus either:

MUED 210 Guitar 1

andMUED 211 Guitar 1

or

MUTY 270 Social Instruments 2

Physics Concentration (35-37 credit hours)

PHYS 101 Contem. Physics forNon-Sci. Majors

3

PHYS 121/122

College Physics I & Lab 4

PHYS 123/124

College Physics II & Lab 4

PHYS 311 Acoustics I 3

PHYS 318 Basic Electronics 3

One of the following sequences:

MATH 120/121


MATH 122/123



3


3

SCI 302/304


1


2


3

Social Studies Concentration (33 credithours)

HIST 105 United States History I 3HIST 106 United States History II 3


POLI 120 American PoliticsPOLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs

Plus one of the following sequences: 6

HIST 115 Western Civilization Iand

HIST 102 World History IIor

HIST 116 Western Civilization II

andHIST 101 World History I


POLI 321 Political Parties andInterest Groups


POLI 324 President and CongressPOLI 356 U.S. Foreign Policy


POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties

Plus a course in each of the following at the 300 level or above:

One course in American MinorityStudies

3

One course in Non-Western Studies 3

One course in European Studies 3

One course in U.S. History 3EDU 404 Teaching Social Studies in

Elem. School3

Spanish Concentration (30 credit hours)

SPAN 215 Intermediate Spanish I 3SPAN 216 Intermediate Spanish II 3

SPAN 315 Intro. Hispanic Literature 3SPAN 313 Spanish Conversation 3

SPAN 314 Spanish Composition 3

Spanish at the 300 and/or 400 level by advisement

15

Middle School Extension—Certification Grades 1-9 (ChildhoodEducation Majors Only)

Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)plus Middle School Extension (Grades7-9).

Candidates registered in theChildhood Education program canextend their certification via the Middle

School Extension by completing (a)two (2) additional courses inprofessional education and (b) one ofthe enhanced concentrations below(instead of the previously delineatedconcentrations).

Additional Education Course Work forMiddle School Extensions:

EDU 224 Adolescent Developmentand Child AbuseWorkshop

3

EDU 321 Teaching in the MiddleSchool

3

Enhanced Concentrations forChildhood Education with MiddleSchool Extension:

English Concentration for Childhood withMiddle School Extension (36 credit hours)

ENGL 355 Adolescent Literature 3

ENGL 357 Literacy, Language andReading

3

ENGL 358 Comp. for Elem. Ed.Teachers

3

Plus three of the following: 9

ENGL 205 Epic and RomanceENGL 207 Drama and Film

ENGL 209 Novels and Tales

ENGL 211 World PoetryEnglish at the 300 and/or 400 level byadvisement

18

French Concentration for Childhood withMiddle School Extension (36 credit hours)

FREN 215 Intermediate French I 3FREN 216 Intermediate French II 3

FREN 317 French Conversation 3FREN 318 French Composition 3

FREN 319 Survey of FrenchLiterature I

3

FREN 421 Advanced FrenchPronunciation

3


FREN 315 French Masterpieces I

FREN 316 French Masterpieces IIFrench at the 300 and/or 400 level byadvisement

15

Mathematics Concentration for Childhoodwith Middle School Extension (41-43 credithours)

MATH 210 Discrete Math 4MATH 231 Linear Algebra 4

MATH 341 Geometry 3MATH 381 History of Mathematics 3


3


3

MAED 303 Mathematics for SchoolTeachers III

3


3


One of the following sequences:

MATH 120/121


MATH 122/123


One of the following: 3


STAT 350 Probability and StatisticsMATH or STAT course at the 300 or400 level as advised

3

EDU 402 Teaching Mathematics inElem. School

3

Note: Candidates who complete MATH122/123 or MATH 120/121/124 qualify for aminor in Mathematics. This minor must bedeclared.

Social Studies Concentration for Childhoodwith Middle School Extension (39 credithours)

HIST 105 United States History I 3HIST 106 United States History II 3

Plus one of the following: 3POLI 120 American Politics

POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs

Plus one of the following sequences: 6HIST 115 Western Civilization I

and

HIST 102 World History IIor

HIST 116 Western Civilization IIand

HIST 101 World History I

Plus one of the following: 3HIST 261 Islamic Civilization

HIST 264 East Asian Civilizations

HIST 272 Africa to 1800HIST 273 Africa Since 1880






POLI 324 President and Congress

POLI 356 U.S. Foreign PolicyPOLI 370 American Constitutional

Law

POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties

Plus a course in each of the following at the 300 level or above:

One course in American MinorityStudies

3

One course in Non-Western Studies 3One course in European Studies 3

One course in U.S. History 3

One course in History or PoliticalScience

3

EDU 404 Teaching Social Studies in Elem. School

3

Spanish Concentration for Childhood withMiddle School Extension (36 credit hours)

SPAN 215 Intermediate Spanish I 3

SPAN 216 Intermediate Spanish II 3SPAN 313 Spanish Conversation 3

SPAN 314 Spanish Composition 3

SPAN 315 Intro. Hispanic Literature 3SPAN 319 Survey of Spanish

Literature3

SPAN 320 Survey of SpanishLiterature II

3

SPAN 325 Survey of SpanishAmerican Lit.

3

SPAN 421 Adv. Spanish Phoneticsand Diction

3

Spanish at the 300 and/or 400 level by advisement

9

Eligibility for Student TeachingChildhood and Early ChildhoodEducation

Student Teaching is a full time,semester long experience under thesupervision of a mentor teacher and acollege supervisor which can takeplace in the fall or spring semester. Tobe eligible to student teach,candidates must successfullycomplete all Professional Educationcourses, maintain the required 2.75minimum cumulative grade pointaverage (GPA), and apply by thedeadline stipulated each year by theOffice of Field Experiences.Candidates are responsible forcontacting the Office of FieldExperiences early in the semesterBEFORE participating in Methods ofInstruction courses.

Student teachers are expected toobserve the calendars, regulations,and philosophies of the schools inwhich they are placed. The Office ofField Experiences, in collaborationwith the participating schools,determines the beginning and endingdates for student teaching placements. Student teaching placements involvefull-day (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.),Monday through Friday involvementfor 15 weeks, and prospective studentteachers are advised to plan theirextra-curricular schedules accordingly.

Placements of all candidates in allcertification areas is at the discretionof the Office of Field Experiences,based upon factors includingcandidates’ content area qualifications, availability of college supervisors,willingness of schools to acceptstudent teachers, and the College ofEducation’s commitment to serve

schools equally. The College ofEducation reserves the right to remove any student teacher from any studentteaching placement at any time forinadequate performance orinappropriate behavior. Prospectivecandidates are advised that studentteaching placements are currentlylimited to Chautauqua County, Erie(N.Y.) County, Cattaraugus County,New York City, and the City of Elmira,N.Y.

Fredonia/Hamburg Teacher Education Center

The College of Education and theHamburg (N.Y.) Central School District have cooperated in developing aninnovative teacher education programfor Childhood Education that combines the Professional Methods Semestercourse work and the student teachingexperience during a full year internship at the Fredonia/Hamburg TeacherEducation Center. The programreceived the Distinguished ProgramAward in 1985 from the NationalAssociation of Teacher Educators.Further information concerning theprogram can be obtained from theDean of the College of Educationand/or the Director of the Office ofField Experiences.

SUNY Urban Teacher EducationCenter (SUTEC)

The Office of Field Experiences worksclosely with the SUNY Urban TeacherEducation Center (SUTEC), under thedirection of the New York CityDepartment of Education. SUTEC’sprimary mission is to assist the 17SUNY campuses that offer teachereducation programs in the placementof teacher candidates in New York City public schools. These experiencesprepare candidates for teachercertification to become competent andconfident education professionals inurban, multicultural environments.SUTEC also facilitates the recruitmentof SUNY teacher education graduatesfor New York City schools andprovides an academic center forresearch and scholarship in urbaneducation.

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Adolescence Education Course Requirements

English (38 credit hours)

Note: (F) indicates Field ExperiencesENGL 101 Introduction to English

Education (F)

ENGL 103 Readings andObservations in EnglishEducation (F)

ENGL 250 Literacy and TechnologyENGL 355 Literature for Adolescents

EDU 224 Adolescent DevelopmentEDU 250 Introduction to the

Exceptional Child (F)




EDU 349 Educational Psychology

EDU 419 Adolescence (Secondary)Methods Fall SemesterOnly (F)

EDU 430 Student Teaching in theSecondary School SpringSemester Only

French, Spanish, and Social Studies (39credit hours)

Note: (F) indicates Field Experiences

EDU 105 Introduction toContemporary Education(F)

EDU 224 Adolescent Development

EDU 250 Introduction to theExceptional Child (F)

EDU 276 Foundations of Literatureand Technology in theElementary School




EDU 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(F)

EDU 349 Educational PsychologyEDU 419 Adolescence (Secondary)

Methods Fall SemesterOnly (F)


Mathematics (36 credit hours)

Note: (F) indicates Field ExperiencesMAED 105 Introduction to

Contemporary Education(F)



MAED 276 Foundations of Literatureand Technology in theElementary School

MAED 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(F)







Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, andPhysics (39 credit hours)

Note: (F) indicates Field ExperiencesSCED 105 Introduction to

Contemporary Education(F)



SCED 276 Foundations of Literatureand Technology in theElementary School

SCED 303 Assessment ofInquiry-Based Science

SCED 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(F)







Entrance into AdolescenceEducation Certification Program

Adolescence Education students aremajors in the department of theircertification area. Students areencouraged to declare their intent inan adolescence certification curriculum upon entering the university. However, this may be done later by meeting with the department chair. It isrecommended that this change bemade no later than Nov. 1 of the yearin which the student will have earned60 credit hours. However, declarationof an adolescence curriculum codedoes not guarantee admission tomethods and student teaching.

Eligibility for Methods and StudentTeaching – Adolescence Education

Students are responsible forcontacting the Office of FieldExperiences during the first week ofclasses in the spring semester of theyear prior to the Student TeachingYear, to apply for student teaching.Applications for student teaching mustbe submitted by the deadline.Students should refer to thedepartmental Gated AssessmentModel for specific criteria regardingentrance into student teaching.

Honors and Awards

Academic Excellence in Childhoodand Early Childhood Education

Eligibility: (1) acceptance to theProfessional Year program, (2) anoverall GPA of 3.2 or higher, (3) aminimum of a B+ in each educationcourse taken during the freshman,sophomore and junior years, and (4) aminimum of 12 credit hours ineducation courses taken at SUNYFredonia.

Selection process: final decision as tothe actual recipients rests with theCollege of Education Honors andAwards Committee. If needed, inputmay be requested from the faculty ofthe College of Education.

Honors in Childhood and EarlyChildhood Education Methods

Eligibility: the candidate must receivean A in each methods course takenduring the Professional Year program.

Selection process: final recipients willbe decided by a vote of theProfessional Year faculty based uponevidence of exceptional work done bythe candidate during methods courses.


Excellence in Student Teaching

Eligibility: (1) the candidate must benominated as showing “exceptionalpromise” across all student teachingexperiences, and (2) the candidatemust be nominated as being an“exceptional beginning teacher” during the spring semester student teachingexperience.

Selection process: (1) in the fall thecollege supervisors will submitnominations of student teachers whom they consider to have shown“exceptional promise” of continuedgrowth as future classroom teachers,(2) in the spring, the collegesupervisor, using the nominationchecklist supplied by the Office ofField Experiences, will submitnominations of student teachers whom they consider to be “exceptionalbeginning teachers, and (3) allnominees will be reviewed by theProfessional Year faculty and listedunder the categories “definite” or“marginal.” Their recommendations will be given to the Honors and AwardsCommittee who will make the decisionas to the final recipients of the award.

Tuition Remission Awards inChildhood and Early ChildhoodEducation

Eligibility: candidates who havereceived Academic Excellence inChildhood Education Award or EarlyChildhood Education Award and/orwho are on the fall list for Honors inChildhood Education Methods or Early Childhood Education Methods.

Selection process: (1) the Professional Year faculty will submit the list ofcandidates under consideration forHonors in Childhood EducationMethods or Early Childhood Education Methods to the Honors and AwardsCommittee, (2) notification of eligiblecandidates by mail will be made withinthe following week, (3) eligiblecandidates will be told for which award they are being considered andrequested to write a one-page letterjustifying their selection, and (4) theHonors and Awards Committee willmake its decision as to the awardrecipients and notify the FredoniaCollege Foundation. The followingawards are included in this category:

• Anthony M. Deiulio MemorialScholarship

• Helen Kelly Lillie Award

• Floyd and Mabel MelvinScholarship Fund

• Byron and Carrie RecordScholarship

• Marjorie E. Woods Scholarship

Cash Awards in Childhood andEarly Childhood Education

Eligibility: candidates who havereceived Academic Excellence inChildhood Education Award and/orwho have received Honors inChildhood Education Methods.

Selection process: (1) at the end of the second semester methods classes ofthe Professional Year program, faculty will submit to the committee the names of those candidates who are underconsideration for Honors in ChildhoodEducation Methods, and (2) theHonors and Awards Committee, taking into consideration the specificrequirements of the individual awards,will decide the recipients. Thefollowing awards are included in thiscategory:

• Fanny Bartlett Award (AlumniAssociation)

• Louis E. Raths Award (EarlyChildhood Education, evenyears)

• Helen Buderkin Award (EarlyChildhood Education, oddyears)

• Carol Scrace Pierce Award(Exceptional Education).

College of Education Awards forAdolescence Student Teaching

Eligibility: each academic departmenthaving an Adolescence Educationprogram is eligible to submit the nameof one candidate for the award in theirdiscipline (English, French, Spanish,Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry,Physics, Mathematics, Social Studies).

Selection process: nominees will bejudged on criteria established by theirindividual departments to includeperformance in content and methodsclasses, as well as student teaching.The winning name from eachdepartment will be given to the Honors and Awards Committee forpresentation.

Junior Year, Tuition RemissionSpecial Education Awards

Eligiblity: the criteria for this award arecurrently under review.

• Gustave and Geraldine WernerFoundation Scholarship

Adolescence Education in SocialStudies Awards

Included in this category is:

• Terry L. Wolfenden Scholarship Fund.

Graduate and advanced certificateprograms are available in theCollege of Education; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

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ENGINEERING(COOPERATIVE)Office: 121 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3302E-mail:[email protected] Grady, Director

The Cooperative Engineering program takes its name from the academiccooperative agreements betweenSUNY Fredonia and its affiliatedengineering schools. The intent is tocombine liberal arts and sciences atFredonia with engineering at anotherschool, thereby maximizing thestudent’s potential as a member ofsociety and as an employer oremployee. The agreements facilitatestudent transfer and mutualrecognition of general educationrequirements. SUNY Fredonia iscurrently affiliated in a CooperativeEngineering program with the following institutions:

Case Western Reserve University(1)

Clarkson University (2)

Columbia University (3)

Cornell University (4)

Louisiana Tech University (5)

New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred (6)

Ohio State University (7)

Penn State Erie (8)

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (9)

Rochester Institute of Technology(10)

State University of New York at Binghamton (11)

State University of New York at Buffalo (12)

Syracuse University (13)

Tri-State University (14)

The following is a list of the diverseprogram options available at theengineering colleges, under theFredonia Cooperative Engineeringprogram, identified by the institutioncode number given above. Asinstitutions are continually revising and updating their offerings, students areadvised to consult with the catalogs ofaffiliated schools for recent additionsand changes.

Aeronautical (2), (9)

Aerospace (1), (4), (12), (13)

Aerospace and Aviation (7)

Applied and Engineering Physics (4)

Applied Physics (3), (4)

Bioengineering (13)

Biological (4)

Biomedical (1), (3), (4), (5), (7), (9)

Biomedical Materials Eng. Science (6)

Ceramic (6), (7)

Chemical (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (7), (9), (12), (13), (14)

Civil (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (9), (12), (13), (14)

Civil and Environmental (7), (13)

Computer (1), (2), (3), (4), (8), (10), (13), (14)

Computer and Systems (9)

Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (4)

Electrical (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (7), (8), (9), (10), (11), (12), (13), (14)

Electrical Power (9)

Engineering Administration (14)

Engineering Mechanics (3)

Engineering Physics (1), (7), (9), (12), (13)

Engineering Science (9), (13)

Environmental (3), (4), (9), (12), (13)

Fluid and Thermal Science (1)

Food, Agricultural, and Biological (7)

Geomatics (7)

Glass Science (6)

Industrial (3), (5), (12)

Industrial and Management (9)

Industrial and Operations Research (3)

Industrial and Systems (7), (10), (11)

Interdisciplinary and Management (2)

Manufacturing (13)

Materials (9)

Materials Science (3), (13)

Materials Science and Engineering (1), (3), (4), (6), (7)

Mechanical (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (7), (8), (9), (10), (11), (12), (13), (14)

Metallurgical (3), (7)

Microelectronic (10)

Nuclear (9)

Operations Research (3), (4)

Operations Research and Industrial Engineering (4)

Polymer Science (1)

Software Engineering (2), (8), (10), (11)

Systems and Control Engineering (1), (7)

Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (4)

Welding (7)

These cooperative arrangementsinclude but are not limited to the

popular Three-Two (3-2) option. Briefly, a student in the 3-2 option takes aminimum of 90 credit hours (threeyears) at SUNY Fredonia in acurriculum, modified specifically for thisprogram, in biology, businessadministration, chemistry, computerscience, economics, English, geology,history, mathematics, mathematics-physics, philosophy, physics, politicalscience, psychology, or sociology. Thestudent then transfers to an affiliatedschool and completes at least 60 credithours (two years) in an engineeringdiscipline. When the student completesthis five-year option, he/she obtains abaccalaureate from the engineeringinstitution. Provided the student hassatisfied Fredonia’s remainingrequirements at the engineering school, he/she obtains a secondbaccalaureate; this one from Fredoniaaccording to the curriculum therefollowed.

It is possible for students who do notwish to major in any one of thespecified departments to enter theInterdisciplinary Studies program,which allows the student to designhis/her own Cooperative Engineeringcurriculum. This curriculum willinclude, but not be limited to, theengineering core and related coursesfor the engineering college of thestudent’s choice.

Although the popular 3-2 option isconsidered the basic option forCooperative Engineering, 2-2, 2-3,3-3, and 4-2 options are available. The 2-2 and 2-3 options do not lead toSUNY Fredonia degrees; the 3-3 and4-2 programs do. In many cases thelatter will result in a master’s degree in engineering in addition to thebachelor’s degree from Fredonia.

Suggested Engineering Core:

Core Program: Hrs.

CHEM 115-116

General Chemistry I & IIand CH 125-126 (Labs)

8

MATH 122-123, 223

University Calculus I, II, & III

12

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3PHYS 230-231


10

PHYS 321-322

Engineering Mechanics I & II*

8

PHYS 323-324

Circuit Analysis I & II* 6

ENGL 100 English Composition 3

*Students interested in electricalengineering may omit PHYS 322;


areas other than electrical andmechanical engineering may omitPHYS 324 (in some casesmechanicals may omit this also).Students are encouraged to consultengineering school catalogs forspecific requirements.

Strongly recommended are courses incomputer programming such asComputer Science I (CSIT 121),Modern Physics (PHYS 234), and 3 to6 credit hours of economics. This core, coupled with the departmental andgeneral university requirements, forms the basic curriculum for the three-yearprogram at SUNY Fredonia.

An attractive feature of the 3-2 optionis that the final decision regarding thearea of engineering usually is notmade until the third year, thusproviding the student with sufficientexperience to make a proper choice.However, it is to the student’sadvantage to choose the secondinstitution and the area of engineeringas soon as possible. To transfer, thestudent first consults with theCooperative Engineering director andthen applies to one of the affiliatedengineering colleges or to any otherengineering college of his/her choice.Usually, a favorable letter ofrecommendation from the director isforwarded for highly motivatedstudents with satisfactory academicrecords. At the affiliated engineeringinstitution, a SUNY Fredonia studentapplication is given specialconsideration. However, it should benoted that for Case Western Reserveand Columbia, admission isguaranteed to students with an overallaverage of B+ (3.3).

Since there are more than 60baccalaureate programs withnumerous concentrations available atthe affiliated institutions, and sincethese curricula are frequently updated, it is mandatory that all studentsregistered in Cooperative Engineeringmeet the director or authorizeddesignee for advisement each andevery semester.

For students interested in transferringto the Cooperative Engineeringprogram either from other Fredoniamajors or from other colleges, thefollowing applies:

1. The student should have completed sufficient background courses toinsure timely completion of thethree-year Fredonia component.

2. The student should have acumulative GPA of approximately2.5 or higher. Students should beaware that engineering schools willnot accept students with less thanoutstanding academic records.

A student organization, the FredoniaEngineering and Physics Society,provides a lecture series given byengineers invited from industry as wellas from the affiliated institutions, whospeak about their work and aboutengineering careers. The society alsoprovides other extracurricular activities including design projects. Recentprojects include the design andconstruction of a magnetically levitated model train, an optical holographytable, and a small robot.

A large number of engineering andengineering-related coursescomprising most courses typicallytaught in the first two years atengineering schools are offered atFredonia. These include EngineeringMechanics I and II (PHYS 321-322),Circuit Analysis I and II (PHYS323-324), Thermodynamics (PHYS330), Optics w/lab (PHYS 340, 341),and Electronics w/lab (PHYS 325/327.

Students should contact the director of the Cooperative Engineering programfor additional details for the followingawards:

• Herbert P. Carlyon Scholarship

• Cooperative EngineeringScholarship Award

ENGLISHOffice: 277 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3125E-mail: [email protected] McCormick, Chairperson

The Department of English offers abroad education in the literature ofcurrent and historical times andplaces, emphasizing critical readingand thoughtful writing. Traditionalliterary and historical analysis offiction, poetry, and drama is basic tothe discipline, however that study maybe extended in many ways. Optionsinclude film, cultural studies, languagestudy, pedagogy, and creative writing.

Graduates of the department areemployed by journals, publishers,business firms, arts organizations, and schools; some may also go on to

graduate programs in English,education, American studies,journalism, law, and social work.Others choose to pursue thedepartment’s Master of Arts degree inEnglish or Master of Science in(English) Education degree.

For the English major, thedepartment offers a varied exposure to literature and criticism through a coreof required courses. Internships inEnglish-related fields are alsoavailable.

For the English minor, thedepartment offers courses that caneasily be organized to complementany major or pre-professional study.

Awards and Scholarships

The department awards severalscholarships and prizes recognizingboth financial need and superiorachievement:

Fall Awards• Laura D. Foster/Florence

Jeanetta Dick Literature Award

• Mary Louise White BookAwards for First-Year Students

Spring Awards• John and Eleanor Courts

Memorial Scholarship

• Crescence Ehmke GrahamScholarship

• The Howard Herkimer andHildegard Maytum StrongScholarship

• Henry F. Salerno Scholarshipfor a Graduating Senior

• Undergraduate Writing BeyondFirst Year Award

• Graduate Writing Award

• Mary Louise White PoetryAward

• Mary Louise White FictionAward

• Mary Louise White CreativeWriting Award

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in English (323 liberalarts)

The major in English requires aminimum of 36 credit hours of coursesselected according to the outline given below. It also requires the completionof a reflective portfolio. In specialcircumstances, a particular courserequirement may be waived and

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another course substituted with written approval of the chairperson. Studentsseeking a waiver of a particular course requirement should consult theiradvisors; approval for such waivers isgranted by the Department of Englishchairperson or his/her designee.

No more than 6 credit hours earned inany combination of internships andindependent studies may be countedtoward the major.

Majors in English must complete atleast 75 credit hours outside the majorin order to graduate. Credit earned forENGL 100 (English Composition) does not count toward the major.

All students are required to complete a separate minor in another discipline orin one of the interdisciplinaryprograms. Double majors are exemptfrom the minor requirement.

Program Outline:

I. 16.5 hours from the following corecourses:

A. Required Core

ENGL 106 The English Major: AnIntroduction

1.5

Plus three of the following four courses (9credit hours):

ENGL 205 Epic and Romance 3ENGL 207 Drama and Film 3

ENGL 209 Novels and Tales 3

ENGL 211 World Poetry 3Plus:

ENGL 345 Critical Reading 3ENGL 400 Senior Seminar 3

B. Portfolio CompletionENGL 401 Portfolio Completion 0

II. 21 credit hours of electives

The required 21 additional credit hours in Department of English courses must include one course in a literary periodand one course on a major author.Students are encouraged to take nomore than 6 elective credit hours atthe 200-level.

English-Adolescence Education(120, secondary education)

Candidates in English-AdolescenceEducation are required to earn at least a C+ in each required English courseand in EDU 419, and to maintain anoverall GPA of 2.75. In addition to theEnglish courses listed below,English-Adolescence Educationmajors must also take the followingcourses, achieving an average of 2.75:

EDU 224, EDU 250, EDU 251, EDU301, EDU 302, EDU 303, EDU 349,and EDU 430. Also, candidates inAdolescence Education programs arerequired to demonstrate competencein a foreign language. Thisrequirement must be satisfied in one of the following four ways: (1) completion of course work at the 116 level orabove at Fredonia; (2) transferring oftwo successful college semesters offoreign language; (3) scoring at the50th percentile or higher on the CLEPexam; (4) completion of three years ofhigh school language with a passingRegents score (passing = 65).

Acceptance into the professional yearis contingent upon: (1) completion ofall course work for the major beforethe student-teaching semester; (2) anoverall minimum GPA of 2.75; and, (3) a satisfactory screening interview withEnglish-Adolescence Educationfaculty. Candidates are expected todemonstrate professional dispositionsas part of their program requirements.Students should see the Englishdepartment website for moreinformation about dispositions for theEnglish-Adolescence Educationprogram. Candidates who will beineligible to student teach will not bepermitted to enroll in ENGL 450 orEDU 419.

Program Outline:

I. 24 credit hours from the followingcore courses:

A. Required Core:

Three of the following core courses (9 credit hours):ENGL 205 Epic and Romance 3

ENGL 207 Drama and Film 3

ENGL 209 Novels and Tales 3ENGL 211 World Poetry 3

Plus five courses as follows (15 credithours):Literary period course 3

Major author course 3

Three English electives 9

Students are encouraged to take no morethan 6 elective credit hours at the 200-level.

B. Portfolio Completion

ENGL 401 Portfolio Completion 0

II. The following English pedagogycourses (18 credit hours):

Candidates in the English-Adolescence Education program may count thefollowing courses as part of the 75credit hours outside their majordiscipline: ENGL 101, ENGL 103,ENGL 250, ENGL 355, ENGL 356,ENGL 357, ENGL 450.

ENGL 101 Introduction toEnglish-AdolescenceEducation

1.5

ENGL 103 Readings andObservations inEnglish-AdolescenceEducation

1.5

ENGL 250 Literacy and Technology 3

ENGL 355 Adolescent Literature 3

ENGL 356 Teaching Writing in theSecondary School

3

ENGL 357 Literacy, Language, andLearning Theory

3

ENGL 450 Seminar for Teachers ofEnglish (seniors only)

3

III. The following education and healthcourses (30 credit hours):

EDU 224 Adolescent Development 3EDU 250 Introduction to the

Exceptional Learner3

EDU 251 Introduction to theExceptionalLearner—Field Experience

0

EDU 301 Child abuseReporting/AbductionPrevention

1


1


1

EDU 349 Educational Psychologyand Child AbuseWorkshop

3

EDU 419 Secondary SchoolMethods

3

EDU 430 Student Teaching Grades7-12

15

Note: New York State Regents’ revisions ofprograms in Adolescence Education mayresult in changes in the aboverequirements, and these changes mayaffect current as well as future EnglishAdolescence Education majors.

Department of English HonorsProgram

Honors in English consists of writing athesis during the senior year on a topic related to the study of literature,language, or English pedagogy.

Students can be nominated by afaculty member or may nominate


themselves, and must include a briefrecommendation from a facultymember. Nominations should be made to the department’s HonorsCoordinator.

Students writing an English HonorsThesis should enroll in HONR 400.Students who choose to write thethesis in the fall semester should usethe preceding summer for research.Students who choose to write thethesis in the spring semester shoulduse the fall semester for research bytaking ENGL 490 Independent Study.

Before beginning work on the thesis,the student should identify a facultymember who will be willing to serve as the thesis director. The completedthesis should be read by the directorand one other reader, who will typically be a member of the Englishdepartment but who may, if the topicso requires, be from anotherdepartment.

Requirements for Transfer Credit

The Department of English at Fredonia requires majors in English to completeat Fredonia a minimum of 24 credithours of courses applied to the major.Thus, students transferring to Fredonia should normally expect no more than12 credit hours earned elsewhere toapply to the major in English.Additional hours earned in Englishmay be used as general electives ormay be applied, under prescribedconditions, to the College CoreCurriculum.

As a rule, the department will notaccept credits earned at two-yearcolleges as equivalents for upper-level courses.

Requirements for the Minor inEnglish

The minor in English requires aminimum of 21 credit hours of courses, no more than 9 credit hours at the200-level and at least 12 credit hoursin courses numbered 300 and above.One of the 200-level courses must beselected from the world literature core, i.e., 205 (Epic and Romance), 207(Drama and Film), 209 (Novels andTales), 211 (World Poetry). One of the300-level or above courses must be acriticism/theory course.

ENGL 100 may not be counted as part of the minor. A maximum of 9 credithours may be transferred from otherinstitutions toward the minor in

English. A maximum of 3 credit hoursearned in internships and independent study may be counted toward theminor. A maximum of 6 credit hoursmay be applied to the minor from thestudent’s major program.

Advising

An assigned faculty advisor will aideach student majoring in English orEnglish-Adolescence Education incompleting his or her portfolio. Advisors also help both major andminor advisees in preparing courseschedules, understandingrequirements, making broadeducational decisions, and solvingother academic problems. As a furtheraid, the department regularly publishes a pre-registration Course DescriptionBooklet that contains details not foundin the Undergraduate Catalog –required readings, papers, exams –regarding courses scheduled eachsemester.

Course Numbering:

All courses are open to majors andnon-majors alike (except forspecialized prerequisites or corecourses as indicated); however,allowing for correction throughadvisement and the CourseDescription Booklet, the student maygenerally assume the following:

100 level courses are introductory;

200 level courses aresurvey-introductory;

300 level courses focus on education, theory, literary history, andwriting;

400 level courses are specializedstudies of major authors, worksand advanced writing;

500 level courses are open toundergraduate majors with senior standing (89 credit hours ofacademic course work) and withpermission of the instructor andthe chairperson.

Graduate programs are available inthe department; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

ENVIRONMENTALSCIENCES(Interdisciplinary Studies major)Office: 815 Maytum Hall(716) 673-3717E-mail: [email protected] Karnes, Coordinator

Human population growth andeconomic development require largequantities of natural resources, oftenresulting in environmental degradation. As a result, there is an increasingdemand for scientists with abackground in environmental scienceto address the environmentalchallenges faced in this century. Themajor in Environmental Sciencesintegrates the principles of the naturalsciences to study human resourceutilization and evaluate the options tomitigate impacts to natural ecosystems and resources. In this major, anassessment approach is taken in thestudy of topics such as speciesdiversity, point and non-point sourcepollution, fate and transport ofhazardous substances, geologicalresources, hydrological patterns, etc.In the process, students studyscientific phenomena and are trainedin applications to field and laboratorywork, data analysis and modeling.Many of the courses in the major havefield components where studentscollect environmental samples,analyze them, and producecomprehensive interpretations of thedata. Students draw on the strengthsof SUNY Fredonia’s programs inbiology, chemistry, geosciences,geographic information systems, andenvironmental science coursesspecifically designed for this major. Asseniors, students demonstrate theirability to conduct independent work inthe environmental sciences through an internship with local conservationdepartments, industries andmunicipalities, or through researchwith a Fredonia faculty member.

Possible careers after completion ofthis major include: graduate school,environmental consulting, resourcemanagement, conservation scientist,aquatic and fisheryresearch/management, wildlifemanagement, conservation officer,environmental and communityplanning, etc.

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Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience/Interdisciplinary StudiesMajor in Environmental Sciences

A: Core Requirements: Hrs.

1. Environmental Sciences (13 credit hours)

ESCI 105 Global EnvironmentalIssues

3

ESCI 310 Methods in EnvironmentalAnalysis

3

ESCI 410 Environmental Assessment 3

ESCI 440 Environmental ScienceSeminar

1

ESCI 490 Environmental SciencePracticum

3

2. Mathematics (3 credit hours)


3. Biology (8 credit hours)

BIOL 131/132


4

BIOL 243/244


4. Geosciences (4 credit hours)

GEO 165 Geology I 3GEO 169 General Geology Lab 1

5. Geographic Information Systems (3 credit hours)GIS 201 Geographic Information

Systems I3

6. Chemistry (12 credit hours)

CHEM 115/125

General Chemistry I & Lab 4

CHEM 116/126

General Chemistry II &Lab

4

CHEM 215/225

Organic Chemistry I & Lab 4

B. Tracks. Two tracks must be chosenfrom the following three tracks. Allthree tracks can be chosen, if desired.

1. Biology Track (7 credit hours)BIOL 330/331


BIOL 426 Current EnvironmentalTopics

3

2. Geosciences Track (8 credit hours)

GEO 330 Geomorphology 4

GEO 450 Hydrogeology 4

3. Chemistry Track (12-14 credit hours)

MATH 120 Survey of Calculus I 3or

MATH 122 University Calculus II(recommended)

4

MATH 121 Survey of Calculus II 3

or

MATH 123 University Calculus II(recommended)

4

CHEM 317 Analytical Chemistry I 3

CHEM 473 Environmental Chemistry 3

C. Recommended Electives (26 credithours) – to be chosen duringconsultation with faculty advisor based on future plans and interests of thestudent. Electives could includecourses in the track that the student isnot currently taking and coursesrequired to complete minors incompatible areas, such as Biology,Geographic Information Systems,Geology, Chemistry, Public Health,etc. Other course options include:

BIOL 421 Biological Conservation

BIOL 424 Aquatic Biology

BIOL 427 Fisheries ScienceBIOL 333 Biochemistry

CHEM 216 Organic Chemistry IICHEM 318 Analytical Chemistry II


CSIT 106 Scientific Programmingusing C/C++



ECON 380 Environmental/NaturalResource Economics

GIS 301 Geographic InformationSystems II

GEO 311 Global ClimatePOLI 276 Law and Society


POLI 387 Environmental Policy

FILM STUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: 205C McEwen Hall(716) 673-3823E-mail: [email protected] Ferraro, Coordinator

Film is fundamentally a medium ofexpression and communication thatmay be used to examine and studyhuman knowledge and exploration in awide variety of fields. A film may havepredominantly literary content or maybe predominantly historical, political, orcultural. A film may be highlyimpressionistic and be primarily anabstract, aesthetic work. Film is morethan a century old, and it is anincreasingly popular form ofentertainment and cultural influence inthe world. It is also a medium capableof serious artistic expression andscholarly analysis. The departments ofCommunication, English, ModernLanguages and Literatures, History,Political Science, and Visual Arts and

New Media and the Women’s Studiesand Film Studies programs offercourses regularly that treat film as acommunication medium, an artisticmedium, an historical or politicaldocument, or a reflection of culture. Inany given semester, as many as 200students may be enrolled in courses inwhich film is the major vehicle for study.

The goals of the Film Studies minorare to develop a variety of approaches to understanding the role of film as amedium of expression andcommunication and the kinds ofcontent with which a film might beconcerned, to acquaint students withthe development of film as a mediumof expression and communication, and to acquaint students with landmarks inthe history of film and to recognize and challenge the grounds on whichlandmark status has been recognized.

Total Hours: 21

Core: (at least 6 credit hours chosenfrom the following courses)Choose one from:COMM 155 Rhetoric of Vision and

Sound3

orFILM 220/ARTH 276

Film Form

Choose one from:ENGL 280 Introduction to Film 3

ENGL 380 Film: Silence to Sound 4

ENGL 381 Narrative Film After 1940 4

Electives: (at least 12 credit hourschosen from the following courses). Itis recommended that students havecompleted at least one core coursebefore beginning work on electives:

ARTH 345 Media Criticism 3ARTH 359 New Media Writing 3

ARTH 376 Film and Special Effects 3

COMM 361 Script Writing for Video,Film and Radio

3

COMM 386 International Film 3

COMM 452 Video/FilmDocumentaries I

4

COMM 454 Fiction Video/Film I 4ENGL 207 Drama and Film 3

ENGL 386 Women and Film 4FILM 399 Special Topics (content

varies)Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

3

FILM 401 Independent Study(content varies)Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

3

HIST 203 History through Films* 1-3HIST 376 Film and American Culture 3


LANG 385 German Film 3

MEDA 152 Experimental VideoProduction

POLI 345 Film and Politics 4or

Any course from the core not taken tofulfill core requirements

3

Capstone: (3 credit hours):FILM 470 Senior Film Seminar

(topics vary)3

Prerequisite: at least 12 credit hours in Film Studies

Notes: No more than four (4) coursesin any one discipline may be taken forcredit toward the minor.

Faculty in various departmentsfrequently offer other film-relatedcourses that address the goals of theFilm Studies program. To determine ifa course not listed above will satisfyrequirements for the Film Studiesminor, students should contact thecoordinator.

*Content varies; with permission ofinstructor, this course may be takenmore than once.

(Foreign Languages, seeDepartment of Modern Languagesand Literatures, page 57.)

(French, see Department of ModernLanguages and Literatures, page 58.)

FORENSICS

(Advising Only)Office: 803 Maytum Hall(716) 673-3173E-mail: [email protected] Ewing, Coordinator

Although SUNY Fredonia does nothave a degree program in Forensics, it does have advising to assist studentsin selecting the proper courses andprograms for such a career. There aremany different careers in Forensics.Some examples are Forensic Science, Forensic Toxicology, Criminalistics,Forensic Anthropology, and ComputerForensics. Preparation for these orother careers depends on the settingin which a person wants to work andthe professional level at which aperson wants to work. For example,

preparation to be a Forensic Scientistwho aspires to have a supervisory role would be, at a minimum, a master’sdegree in Forensic Science. Optimalundergraduate preparation for such amaster’s program would be a major inChemistry or Biochemistry and a minor in Criminal Justice. As anotherexample, preparation to be a ForensicAnthropologist usually requires aPh.D. in Anthropology, with anemphasis on the study of humanosteology and anatomy. Optimalundergraduate preparation for such aPh.D. program would be a major inSociology, with a concentration inAnthropology, and a minor in Biology.

Academic pathways to careers inForensics should be discussed withthe Forensics Coordinator as early aspossible.

FRESHMAN SEMINAROffice: 2148 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3188E-mail: [email protected] Garcia, Associate Dean andDirector of Academic Advising

Freshman Seminar is a 1-credit-hourcourse that is intended to helpincoming freshmen succeed at SUNYFredonia and become lifelonglearners. The course introduces firstyear students to the academic andsocial aspects of university life, and isdesigned to empower students tobecome successful learners at thecollegiate level. Freshman Seminarprovides both an introduction to thenature of college education and ageneral orientation to the functionsand resources of the university as awhole. It thus helps first year studentsadjust to the university, develop abetter understanding of the learningprocess, and acquire basic academicsurvival skills.

GEOGRAPHICINFORMATIONSYSTEMS(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only) Office: 020 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3884E-mail:[email protected] K. Deakin, Coordinator

The objective of the GeographicInformation Systems minor is toprovide an interdisciplinary educational experience that preparesundergraduate students to useGeographic Information Systems (GIS) within their chosen fields of study. AGIS is a computer-based system,comprised of both hardware andsoftware that enables the collection,integration, analysis, and graphicdisplay of geographically referenceddata. It is estimated that as much as85 percent of a government agency’sdata is geographic, including, at aminimum, street addresses, politicalboundaries, postal codes, and latitudeand longitude coordinates. Privatesector organizations also work with anoverwhelming amount of similar kindsof data in their day-to-day operations.With so much geographically basedinformation, GIS has become essential to the effective operation of both public and private organizations.

The minor will prepare students forcareers or graduate study in virtuallyall areas of the public or private sectorwhere GIS is increasingly in use andcritical for efficient management,thorough policy analysis, cost-effective decision making, and GIS display andprocessing.

The curriculum in this minor ismultidisciplinary in content andinterdisciplinary in approach, drawingon a variety of disciplines anddepartments.

Students are required to take 25 credit hours (a minimum of 15 credit hoursoutside of their major) from among thefollowing courses:

A. GIS Core Courses: 16 credit hoursCSIT 105 Visual BASIC

Programming I 3

GIS 201 Geographic InformationSystems I

3

GIS 301 Geographic InformationSystems II

3

GEO 301* Cartography 4

GIS 450 Directed Study

or

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GIS 480 Independent Study 3

or

GIS 490 Internship

B. GIS Elective Courses: 9 credithours

Students with the natural sciencesfocus should takeGIS 350 Remote Sensing and

Image Processing3

and two additional courses as advised bythe coordinator.

Examples of possible electives include:

BIOL 330 Ecology 3

CSIT 205 Visual BASIC II 3ESCI 410 Environmental

Assessment3

GEO 330 Geomorphology 4

GIS 401 Special Topics in GIS 3Statistics as advised 3

Students with the social sciencesfocus should takeGIS 360 Mapping the Social World 3

and two additional courses as advised bythe coordinator.

Examples of possible electives include:

BUAD 325 Principles of Marketing 3ECON 380 Environmental/Natural

Resource Economics3

GIS 401 Special Topics in GIS 3

POLI 311 Fund. of Public Admin. 3SOC 215 Introduction to Public

Health3

Statistics as advised 3

* GEO 301 may not be used both for a GISrequired course and a GIS elective course.

GEOSCIENCES Office: 121 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3303E-mail:[email protected] L. Berkley, Chairperson

The Department of Geosciences offers five degree programs.

The B.S. degree program in Geologyis intended primarily for studentsplanning to undertake employment orgraduate study in geology or whodesire a liberal arts education with anemphasis in geology. Most geologistsare employed by private industry - inpetroleum, mining, cement, ceramic,sand and gravel, and in environmentaland engineering firms. Many work forvarious federal agencies and the 50state geological surveys, or areself-employed, often working asconsultants. Colleges and universities

offer teaching and/or researchpositions.

The B.S. degree program inGeochemistry, an interdisciplinaryprogram with the Department ofChemistry, prepares the student toundertake employment or graduatestudy in this field. Geochemists areemployed in the mineral resourceindustries, earth and space sciences,environmental sciences, and severalbranches of chemical science andtechnology. In addition to careers inindustry, geochemists are employedby consulting firms, academicinstitutions, and the federalgovernment.

The B.S. degree program inGeophysics, a joint program with theDepartment of Physics, is intendedprimarily for students interested inpursuing a graduate program oremployment in geophysics (orgeology). Career opportunities existwithin industries, engineeringconsulting firms, and the federalgovernment dealing with subjects asdiverse as energy, wastemanagement, the environment, natural resources availability, weatherforecasting, the prediction of climatechange, earthquakes, volcaniceruptions, and planetary science.Academic institutions provide teaching and research opportunities.

The B.A. degree program in EarthSciences is intended primarily forstudents who want a liberal artseducation with a broad emphasis inthe several sub-disciplines thatconstitute the earth sciences. It isuseful to those who have career goalsin production, technical services,information systems/processing,marketing/sales, administration and/orfinance, rather than goals of becoming professional scientists.

The B.S. degree program inAdolescence Education is intended for those students who plan to teach earth science in secondary schools. Itincludes the fundamental courses ingeology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography, which constitute the“content” of earth science, and thenecessary professional educationcourses.

Students planning to pursue a careerin the earth sciences as professionalscientists should earn one of the B.S.degrees in Geology, Geochemistry,and Geophysics rather than the B.A.

or B.S. degrees in Earth Sciences,because the former require a morerigorous background in physics andmathematics which is needed topursue graduate studies in thegeosciences or employment asprofessional scientists.

Teacher Certification: Students whodesire to teach earth science insecondary schools may obtain initialcertification by completing the B.S.degree program in Earth Sciences withits required professional courses ineducation (EDU 224, 250, 349, 430and SCED 105, 276, 303, 305, 419).Students in all education programs arerequired to demonstrate competence in a foreign language. This requirementmay be satisfied in any one of thefollowing ways: (1) completion ofcourse work at the 116 level atFredonia, or (2) transferring of twosuccessful college semesters of aforeign language, or (3) scoring at the50th percentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passingRegents score (passing = 65). TheCollege Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral. Studentsare screened by the departmentchairperson before entering SCED 419.

Students are encouraged to participate in the activities of the Geology Cluband Geophysics Society.

The department awards textbookscholarships for academicachievement each semester andannually presents the MacDiarmidAward to the department’s outstanding graduating senior, the Paul D. WilletteScholarship to the outstanding junior,the Walther M. Barnard GeosciencesScholarship to the outstandingsophomore, and the Mark D. and AprilHoefner Orgren Scholarship to theoutstanding freshman. The SusanMara Scholarship is awarded by thefaculty to students deserving of special recognition.

Explanation of geosciences (GEO)course numbers: 100-level coursesare introductory courses withoutprerequisites; 200-level courses aregeneral service courses withprerequisites; 300-level courses areupper-level College Core Curriculumcourses, and electives and requiredcourses for geosciences majors; and400-level courses include required and


elective courses for majors, generallywith high-level or multipleprerequisites.

Laboratory credit: 1 credit hour oflaboratory work includes three clockhours in the laboratory per week.Four-credit hour courses ingeosciences include 1 credit hour oflaboratory work.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Geology

Core Program (38-39 credit hours ingeosciences; 25-29 credit hours inrelated disciplines):

GEO 165 Geology I 3

GEO 169 General Geology Lab 1GEO 210 Geology II 3

GEO 370 Structural Geology 4

GEO 411 Mineralogy 4GEO 421 Petrology 4

GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences 1

GEO 461 Field Geology 3Four 3XX/4XX GEO courses with labs, one of which may include acourse in Geographic InformationSystems.

15-16

MATH 120-121

Survey of Calculus I & II 6

or

MATH 122-123


CHEM 115-116


8

PHYS 121/123

College Physics I & II andPHYS 122/124 (Labs)

8

or

PHYS 230-231


10

A course in Statistics at the 200 levelor higher.

3

Writing intensive: any one of GEO330, 335, or 400 (in addition to therequired GEO 370 and 421)

Geosciences Honors TrackIncludes B.S in Geology core programdescribed above, but with the following stipulations for GEO 3XX/4XXelectives: 16 credit hours to includeGEO 471 Senior Thesis and STAT250 Statistics for the Sciences.Recommended courses are GEO 445Internship (up to 4 credit hours) andGIS courses (up to 6 credit hours).

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Geochemistry

Core Program (24 to 25 credit hours in geosciences; 30 to 32 credit hours inchemistry; 21 to 24 credit hours inrelated disciplines):

GEO 165 Geology I 3

GEO 169 General GeologyLaboratory

1

GEO 411 Mineralogy 4GEO 421 Petrology 4

GEO 431 Geochemistry 4

GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences 1or

CHEM 495and 496

Seminar: RecentAdvances in Chemistry

2

Two GEO 3XX/4XX Geology courseswith labs

8

CHEM 115-116


8

CHEM 215-216


8

CHEM 315-325

Physical Chemistry(Lecture and Lab)

4

CHEM 317-318

Analytical Chemistry I & IIand CHEM 327-328 (Labs)

9

CHEM 395 Introduction to Research(recommended)

1

PHYS 230-231


10

MATH 122-123


A course in scientific writing, (completion ofCHEM 225, 226, and 395 Introduction toResearch fulfills requirement).

A course in statistics at the 200 levelor higher, or a course in ComputerScience with programming

3

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Geophysics

Core Program (22 to 24 credit hours in geosciences; 19 to 21 credit hours inphysics; 26 credit hours in relateddisciplines):

GEO 165 Geology I 3


1

GEO 215 Minerals and Rocks 4

GEO 335 Geophysics 4

GEO 370 Structural Geology 4GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences

or 1PHYS 400 Undergraduate Seminar

GEO 461 Field Geology 3

GEO XXX or Geographic informationSystems elective with lab

3-4

PHYS 230-231


10

PHYS 321 Engineering Mechanics I 4

orPHYS 330 Thermodynamics 3

or

PHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics 3

or

PHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism 3PHYS XXX Electives from PHYS 321

through PHYS 4796

MATH 122-123-223

University Calculus I, II &III

12

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3A course in Statistics at the 200 levelor higher

or 3CSIT 121 Computer Science

CHEM 115-116


8

GEO 330 Geomorphology is stronglyrecommended.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Earth Sciences

Core Program (32 to 34 credit hours in geosciences; 25 to 29 credit hours inrelated disciplines):

GEO 165 Geology I 3GEO 169 General Geology

Laboratory1

GEO 210 Geology II 3

GEO 215 Minerals and Rocks 4GEO 370 Structural Geology 4

GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences 1GEO XXX

Any Geology elective 3 or 4

GEO 3XX/4XX

Two upper-level Geologycourses with labs, one ofwhich may be a course inGeographic InformationSystems

7-8

Plus, any two of the following: 6

GEO 150 Moons and Planets

GEO 160 OceanographyGEO 311 Global Climate

GEO 341 Stars and GalaxiesCHEM 115-116


8

PHYS 230-231


10

orPHYS 121-122


8

MATH elective 3 or 4

MATH any course in calculus 3 or 4A course in Statistics at the 200 levelor higher, or a course in ComputerScience with programming

3

Writing Intensive: any one of the GEO330, 335, or 400 (in addition to therequired GEO 215 and 370)

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Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Earth Sciences -Adolescence Education

Core Program (33 credit hours ingeosciences; 42 credit hours ineducation; 25 to 29 credit hours inrelated disciplines):

GEO 150 Moons and Planets 3

GEO 160 Oceanography 3

GEO 165 Geology I 3GEO 169 General Geology

Laboratory1

GEO 210 Geology II 3

GEO 215* Minerals and Rocks 4GEO 311 Global Climate 3

GEO 330* Geomorphology 4

GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences 1Two GEO 3XX/4XX electives with labs 8

Writing-intensive: any one of GEO335, 370, or 400 (in addition to therequired GEO 215 and 330)

SCED 105/106

Nature of Science andScience Education

3

EDU 224 Adolescent Development 3EDU 250/251

Introduction to theExceptional Learner

3

SCED 276 Foundations of Literacyand Technology forScience and Mathematics

3

SCED 303 Assessment ofInquiry-Based Science

3

SCED 305/313

Diversity in the Teachingof Science andMathematics

3

EDU 349 Educational Psychology 3SCED 419 Adolescence Science

Methods3

EDU 430 Student Teaching inSecondary School

15


1


1


1

CHEM 115-116


8

PHYS 230-231


10

orPHYS 121-122


8

Calculus sequence:MATH 120/121 Survey of Calculus 6

or

MATH 122/123 University Calculus 8

A course in Statistics at the 200 levelor higher, or a 3 credit hour course inComputer Science

3

B.S. Adolescence Education-EarthSciences students must attain aminimum grade of C in Geosciencescourses to graduate. Please refer tothe Adolescence Education section inthe College of Education program for a description of the educationrequirements for this degree (page32).

Requirements for the Minor inGeological SciencesTwenty-three credit hours ingeosciences, including GEO 165, 169, 210, and four 4-credit hour courses, as advised, from the 200-300-400 levels.

Requirements for the Minor in Earth SciencesTwenty-four credit hours ingeosciences, including GEO 165, 169, 150, 160, 210, 215, 311, and one4-credit hour course from the 300-400levels.


This program is sponsored jointly bythe departments of Geosciences andPolitical Science. Interested personsshould refer to page 39 for adescription of the minor.

HEALTH, WELLNESSAND RECREATIONOffice: 116 Dods Hall(716) 673-3101E-mail: [email protected] C. Davis, Chairperson

INTRAMURALS ANDRECREATIONOffice: 154 Dods HallPhone: (716) 673-3590E-mail: Geoff [email protected] Geoff Braun, Coordinator

The Department of Health, Wellnessand Recreation offers academicclasses that enhance lifetime wellness, personal health and well-being, drugprevention courses for ChildhoodEducation majors, intramural andrecreational programs for students,and an interdisciplinary minor in Sportand Exercise Studies. Wellnesscourses are offered to enhance thequality of life of students and todevelop skills in physical activities thatcan be continued for a lifetime. Healthenhancement courses such as Stress

Management, Fitness and Nutrition,and Wellness and Health Promotionencourage students to take an activeresponsibility in managing their health.

Intramurals and Recreation offersmany sports and recreational activities to meet the needs of its student,faculty and staff participants. Thedepartment’s goal is to provide avariety of quality programs in order tofoster an interest in a healthy andinteractive lifestyle. Intramuralsprovide a fun way to meet new people, get exercise, and have friendlycompetitions. The university employs30 students to serve as fieldsupervisors as well as referees. It alsooffers one- to two-day tournaments,and leagues that run four to sevenweeks. Women’s, men’s, and co-edleagues are available for each sportthat is offered. In the fall semester thedepartment typically offers sandvolleyball, flag football, outdoor soccer, broomball, a 3-on-3 basketballtournament, indoor volleyball, indoorsoccer, euchre tournament, andultimate frisbee. The spring semesterbrings about basketball, floor hockey,wallyball, roller hockey, volleyball,softball, racquetball, and broomball.

Health, Wellness and Recreationoffers: the Blue Devils Fitness Center,two gymnasiums, four racquetballcourts, indoor and outdoor track,natatorium, four outdoor basketballcourts, and eight tennis courts.

Blue Devils Fitness Center

The Blue Devils Fitness Center islocated in Dods Hall and consists of5,200 square feet of activity space.The fitness center is one of the largestand best-equipped centers in theSUNY educational system. The fitness center offers strength trainingequipment, power lifting equipment,progressive resistance equipment andcardiovascular training equipmentwhich meets the exercise needs of avariety of recreational as well as highly trained students and athletes. TheDods Hall gymnasium is adjacent tothe fitness center and consists of over9,000 square feet of space in whichthe department conducts aerobics and step aerobics classes and a variety ofrecreational, intramural and athleticactivities. The space canaccommodate large fitness classes ofover 100 students per class. Thedepartment’s facility schedule can be


accessed through the Fredonia homepage at www.fredonia.edu.

Steele Hall Fieldhouse

The fieldhouse measures 155 feet x130 feet (19,500) and is capable ofseating 3,500 people. The Steele HallFieldhouse houses one varsitybasketball court, twointramural/recreational courts, fourcompetitive volleyball courts, a fourlane all weather indoor track, and awalking aerobic exercise area forstudents, faculty and staff. This area is also used for special events,Commencement ceremonies, andconcerts.

Outdoor Tennis and BasketballFacilities

Eight outdoor lighted tennis courtswere constructed in 2000. There aretwo outdoor basketball courts adjacent to the new tennis courts. Theseadditions to the university’s facilitiesallow the department to offerbeginning and advanced tennis,recreational and intramural programsand intercollegiate tennis for men andwomen.

Steele Hall Ice Rink

The Steele Hall Ice Rink measures200 feet x 85 feet. The rink hostsmany student activities includingbeginning, intermediate and advancedskating classes, figure skating classes, and student club sports such as figureskating and club hockey. Recreationalskating is offered to students at nocharge on Monday, Friday, Saturdayand Sunday evenings.

Natatorium

The natatorium, which officiallyopened in the fall of 2001, consists ofan eight lane competitive swimmingpool and separate diving area whichhouses two 1-meter and one 3-meterdiving boards. The permanentbleacher area seats 650 people. Thepool deck has a special extra wideteaching area. Space is available foron-deck fitness equipment for thetraining of competitive swimmers. Aseparate area is available for theSCUBA cascade system that allowsthe university to offer both beginningand advanced SCUBA classes. Thenatatorium programs consist ofintercollegiate swimming and diving,beginning, intermediate and advancedswimming classes, fitness throughswim classes, aqua-robics, water polo

and water basketball, recreationalswim and learn to swim classes. Alarge meeting-special event roomexists adjacent to the natatorium andis available for meetings and specialevents.

Interdisciplinary Major in SportManagement and Exercise Science

Please refer to the sections of thiscatalog dealing with theInterdisciplinary Studies majorprograms on pages 47 and 83 to viewa full listing of course requirements.

Interdisciplinary Minor in Sport andExercise Studies

Please refer to the sections of thiscatalog dealing with theInterdisciplinary Studies minorprograms on pages 47 and 82 to viewa full listing of course requirements.

Basic, intermediate and advancedWellness Activity courses:

Coed 100 level Wellness courses:

Basic: For individuals having little orno knowledge or skill in the activity.Emphasis is on the development ofbasic skills and knowledge of theactivity.

Intermediate or Advanced: Forstudents who have developed thebasic skills and knowledge of theactivity. Emphasis in advancedclasses is placed on the developmentof advanced skills and strategies. Astudent may elect to enroll in 100-level wellness courses with a maximum of 4 credit hours to be used as electivecredit toward a degree. Some activitycourses at the 100-level may berepeated for credit by students withinthe maximum 4 hours of electivecredits. The following courses are notrepeatable: PHED 102, 103, 104, 105,106, 107, 109, 120, 128, 134, and138. The following courses arerepeatable one time: PHED 121, 129,and 135.

Students may participate in additional100-level courses over the allowablemaximum (4) elective credit hours.However, all 100-level courses beyond the first 4 credit hours will be in excess of the normal 120 hours required for adegree.

HISTORYOffice: E332 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3277 E-mail: [email protected] Litwicki, Chairperson

The Department of History offers abroad-based and worldwidecurriculum, with an emphasis ondeveloping critical thinking and writingskills. History majors study thecomplexities of the human experience, deepen their knowledge of their ownsociety and its past, explore othercultures and societies, and prepare for life in a multicultural and internationalcommunity. The History major alsoprepares the student for a variety ofcareer opportunities, including law (law schools take a third of their candidates from history majors); government at all levels; editing and book publishing;journalism, communications andmedia; college and university teaching(with an advanced degree); and publichistory venues such as historic sites,museums, archives, and libraries. Inaddition, many jobs in business andindustry are open to liberal artsgraduates with training in history. TheSocial Studies Adolescence Education major prepares students to teachsocial studies in middle school andhigh school.

Internships: The history departmentfacilitates internships at localmuseums and archives, inWashington, D.C. and Albany, N.Y.,and within the university. Thedepartment also encourages studentsto participate in internationalexperiences and earn college creditthrough the Study Abroad or StudentExchange programs, as well asthrough department-sponsoredshort-term Study Abroad experiences.

Honors and Awards

The honors program of theDepartment of History is designed tohonor graduates of the History orSocial Studies programs who haveconsistently demonstrated ability andproduced work of high quality in thediscipline. The honors designation isgiven to students who achieve anall-university average of 3.0; anaverage in history courses of 3.25; and who earn appropriate grades in HIST499 (Honors Research Seminar) andHIST 201 (Doing History). For moreinformation on the honors program,contact the chairperson.

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The department gives a variety ofscholarships and awards. Theseinclude the Helen B. MancusoScholarship for junior or senior majors; the MacPhee Scholarship for juniormajors; the David H. CarnahanScholarship; the Robert and MarilynMaytum Scholarship for incomingfreshman majors; the Joseph T.Gallagher Memorial Scholarship forminority students pursuing careers ineducation; and the William and HelenChazanof Award for student work inlocal history. The department alsoannually recognizes OutstandingHistory and Social Studies majors andan Outstanding History paper. Thedepartment inducts juniors and seniors who have done excellent work inhistory courses into Phi Alpha Theta,the national history honor society, andencourages students to presentpapers at the annual regionalconference of the society.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in History

Thirty-nine credit hours in history, atleast 18 hours of which must be at the300-level or above, with the exceptionthat follows. Of those 18 hours, 6hours may be taken from among the200-level surveys in African, Asian,Latin American, and Middle Easternhistory. Before taking 300- or 400-level courses, students should havecompleted HIST 201 (Doing History).Selected students will have theopportunity to participate in HIST 499(Honors Research Seminar), offered in the fall semester; other students musttake HIST 495 (Capstone Seminar).The program must include thefollowing:

A. HIST 105-106; 3 additional credithours from American/U.S. history at the 300-level or above

9

B. HIST 101 or 115 and HIST 102 or HIST 116; 3 additional credithours from European history atthe 300-level or above

9

C. Three courses from the history ofAfrica, Asia, Middle East, LatinAmerica, and/or Global

9

D. Two additional history courses as advised

6

E. HIST 201 Doing History (shouldbe taken in the sophomore year)

3

F. Capstone course: HIST 499 orHIST 495 (should be taken in thejunior or senior year)

3

Total: 39

Requirements for Transfer Credit:Students transferring credit toFredonia should normally expect nomore than 21 credit hours earnedelsewhere to apply to the major inHistory. As a rule, the department willnot accept as equivalents ofupper-level courses (above HIST 299)credits earned at two-year colleges.HIST 201 and the capstonerequirement (HIST 499 or HIST 495)must be completed at Fredonia.

Other Requirements: Majors mustfulfill all testing and assessmentrequirements set by the department.

Students whose objectives require adifferent program may, upon petition to the department chairperson, seekapproval for a program of their owndesign.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Social StudiesAdolescence Education (leading toinitial certification)

Responsibility for the B.A. in SocialStudies Adolescence Education isshared by the College of Educationand the Department of History.Students are encouraged to doublemajor in History (or another field) inorder to enhance their understandingof the discipline and their futureemployment opportunities.

Requirements beyond those of theCollege Core Curriculum include:

I. Professional Education Courses (39 credit hours required)

EDU 105 Introduction toContemporary Education(recommended forfreshmen)

3

EDU 106 Introduction toContemporaryEducation-FieldExperience

0

EDU 224 Adolescent Development(recommended forsophomores)

3

EDU 250 Introduction to theExceptional Learner(recommended forsophomores)

3

EDU 251 Introduction to theExceptional Learner-FieldExperience

0

EDU 276 Literacy and Tech.Adolescence

3

EDU 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the Classroom(recommended for juniors)

3

EDU 313 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity-Field Experience

0

EDU 349 Educational Psychology(recommended for juniors)

3

EDU 419 Secondary School(Adolescence)Methods—Social Studies(senior year/offered fallsemester only)

3


1

and


1

andEDU 303 Fire Safety and SAVE

Legislation1

EDU 430 Student Teaching in theSecondary School (senioryear/generally offeredspring semester only)

15

II. Social Studies Course Work (51 credit hours required)

Group I: Basic Knowledge (all coursesrequired, 15 credit hours)

HIST 101 World History I 3

HIST 102 World History II 3HIST 105 U.S. History I 3

HIST 106 U.S. History II 3

POLI 120 American Politics 3

Group II: Methodologies (12 credit hours)

HIST 201 Doing History(This course normallytaken in the sophomoreyear)

3


3


3

One Geography course from the following:HIST 204 World Regional

Geography3

POLI 352 World Political Geography 3

HIST 310 World EnvironmentalHistory

3

or another course as advised 3

Group III: Cultures and Civilizations (9credit hours)

A. American Minorities

Any one of the following:HIST/INDS 220

Introduction to Race andEthnicity

3


3


3

HIST 336 African American/BlackWomen’s History

3

HIST 343 Civil Rights Movement 3HIST 345 Asian American History 3


HIST 357 Indians and Europeans inEarly America

3


SOC 316 Minority Groups(prerequisite: SOC 116)

3

Note: Students seeking a double major inSocial Studies and History should take ahistory course in this category.

B. World Regional Civilizations

Required:HIST 116 Western Civilization II 3

and any 200 level world regionalcivilization course in Asian, African,Latin American, or Middle Easternhistory

3

Group IV: Building Knowledge,Connections, and Arguments (15 credithours)

A. Three courses in History at the 300-levelor above: one with focus on theAmerican/U.S. experience; one on Europe;one on global or non-Western cultures.

B. Two courses at the 300-level or above in history, political science, economics,sociology, psychology, and/oranthropology. The courses must be indifferent departments. Students seeking todouble major in Social Studies and Historyshould take one history course in thiscategory.

III. Foreign Language (0-6 credit hours)

Students in all education programs are required to demonstrate competencein a foreign language. Thisrequirement may be satisfied in anyone of the following four ways: (1)completion of course work at the 116level at Fredonia, or (2) transferringthe equivalent of two successfulcollege semesters (116 level) of aforeign language, or (3) scoring at the50th percentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with aRegents score of 85.

Double MajorTo achieve the double major in History with the addition of only one historycourse, the student must select ahistory course for the Americanminorities requirement and for one ofthe Part IV B courses in the BuildingKnowledge group.

Requirements for Transfer Credit:Students transferring credits toFredonia should normally expect nomore than 27 credit hours earnedelsewhere to apply to the SocialStudies course requirements. (Specialconsideration can be given to students who have earned a B.A. degree in one

of the social sciences.) As a rule, thedepartment will not accept asequivalents to advanced social studies courses credits earned at two-yearcolleges. HIST 201 must be completed at Fredonia. All requirements for EDU419 and EDU 430 must be completedunder Fredonia supervision. To beapplied to the requirements of theSocial Studies Adolescence Education program, transferred courses musthave been completed with a grade ofC+ or better.

Other Requirements: All majors mustfulfill all testing and assessmentrequirements set by the Department of History. At present, these includegated assessment requirements.Grades must be C+ or better in allrequired courses in the Social Studiesprogram. The Written Communicationrequirement under the College CoreCurriculum must be passed with a C or better. Students are encouraged tocomplete one course in statistics aspart of the College Core Curriculum.

Enrolled students and transferstudents wishing to declare the SocialStudies Adolescence Education majormust have an overall GPA of 2.75. The grade point requirements for enteringthe student teaching semester are:overall GPA of 2.75, in ProfessionalEducation courses 2.75, and in theSocial Studies component 2.75.Acceptance into the seniorprofessional year is also contingentupon a personal interview and reviewby the Social Studies screeningcommittee composed of Department of History faculty and area social studiesteachers. A copy of the criteria usedby the screening committee may beobtained in the history department.Acceptance into student teaching alsorequires approval by the Dean of theCollege of Education, see page 32.

EDU 419 can be taken only in the fallsemester of the senior year. EDU 430requires the entire spring semester asa full course load.

Additional Requirements for InitialCertification:The New York State EducationDepartment also requiresfingerprinting and a background checkfor all applicants for initial certification.In addition, students seeking initialcertification must pass the followingNew York State Teacher CertificationExaminations: Liberal Arts andSciences Test (LAST), Secondary

Assessment of Teaching Skills –Written (ATS-W), and the SocialStudies Content Specialty Test (CST).

Students are strongly advised topursue a second major in History orone of the other social sciencedisciplines (economics, politicalscience, or sociology/anthropology)and may count appropriate coursestaken for the Social StudiesAdolescence Education major and theCollege Core Curriculum requirements towards such a second major.

Requirements for a Minor in HistoryEighteen credit hours of course workin history, including 9 credit hours atthe 300-level or above. Thedepartment suggests the followingconcentrations:

Global Studies: HIST 101-102, HIST386 and three additional courses inglobal or non-Western history.

American Society and Culture: HIST 105-106, and four additional coursesin American history.

North American Studies: HIST105-106, and four additional courseson the history of Mexico, Canada, andthe United States.

Middle East/Asian Studies: HIST101-102, and four of the followingcourses: HIST 261, 264, 265, 266,268, 361, 366, 367, 368.

European Studies: HIST 115-116,and four additional courses inEuropean history.

Other concentrations are alsopossible. The program must beprepared in consultation with adepartment faculty member andreceive department approval. No more than 9 credit hours of history creditearned prior to the declaration of theminor may be credited toward theprogram.

A graduate program is available inthe department; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

HISTORY 45

INDUSTRIALMANAGEMENTOffice: 121 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3302E-mail: [email protected] Grady, Director

There is a well-recognized need forscientifically and technologicallyeducated managers in the industrialand Research and Development (R &D) communities. The IndustrialManagement program at Fredonia isdesigned to serve this need byproviding the necessary foundation inapplied physics, business, economics,and mathematics. It is similar to manyengineering and managementprograms. The curriculum is structured to prepare students for careers eitherin industry, governmental facilities orother organizations that address thepresent and future technological needs of our society. Graduates can alsopursue advanced studies at graduateinstitutions.

The Industrial Management program is an integrated multidisciplinarycurriculum combining courses fromapplied physics (27/29 credit hours),business/economics (24 credit hours),mathematics/computer science (24credit hours), social sciences/humanities and a sufficient number ofsupporting elective courses toenhance career objectives.Additionally, the foundation of oral and written communication is developedearly in the program and consistentlyused throughout. A college-approvedinternship experience is requiredfollowing the completion of either thesophomore or junior year.

Required Core Program: (87-90hours)

Physics (27-29 credit hours)

PHYS 230-231


10

PHYS 321-322

Engineering MechanicsI & II

8

PHYS 323 Circuit Analysis Ior 3-4

PHYS 325 Electronics and PHYS 327 (Lab)

PHYS 324 Circuit Analysis IIor 3-4

PHYS 326 Digital Logic and PHYS328 (Lab)

PHYS 330 Thermodynamics 3

27-29

Mathematics/Computer Science (24credit hours)

MATH 122-123-223

University Calculus I, II & III

12

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3MATH 325 Numerical Analysis 3

CSIT 106 Scientific ProgrammingUsing C/C++ or 3

CSIT 121 Computer Science I

CSIT 105 Visual BASIC I 3

24

Business/Economics (24 credit hours)ACCT 201 Principles of Financial

Accounting 3


3

ECON 201-202

Principles ofMacroeconomics andPrinciples ofMicroeconomics

6


3


3


3


24

Operations Research and Statistics(6 credit hours)BUAD 327 Production and Operations

Management I

or

MATH 359 Probability Models inOperations Research

3

or

MATH 375 Deterministic ModelsOperations Research

ECON 200 Fundamentals of Statistics for Business Admin. andEconomicsor

STAT 350 Probability and Statistics 3or

PSY 200 Statistics

orSOC 200 Social Statistics

6

Communications (6 credit hours)COMM 105 Public Speaking 3

ENGL 375 Writing for the Professions 3

6

In addition, completion of anappropriate summer industrial workexperience is required prior to entering the senior year.

Faculty members are listed under theDepartment of Physics.

INTERDISCIPLINARYSTUDIESThe Interdisciplinary Studies degreeprogram provides students with thegreatest possible flexibility in meetingtheir educational goals by offering theopportunity to design creative andindividualized interdisciplinary majorsand minors.

Students in the Interdisciplinary Studiesprograms are committed to exploringinnovative connections and emergingrelationships drawn from the traditionaldisciplines and those developing areas of overlap and interface. These students are typically explorers and creative problemsolvers, and many InterdisciplinaryStudies students construct their owntopics of study (for either major or minor)using analytical approaches and toolsfrom several fields. Students may alsochoose to pursue one of the majorprograms (see chart). The degreeprogram constitutes a student’s major;the interdisciplinary minors may be takenby students majoring in any program inthe university.

Students who opt for a trulyindividualized degree program mustdevelop their own program under theguidance of two faculty members andwith the approval of the Associate Vice President. The necessary form andguidelines for submitting a formalindividualized major proposal areavailable from the Associate VicePresident for Academic Affairs, 815Maytum Hall (716) 673-3717. Both theindividualized degree program and amodel major program will lead to thedegree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science (B.A. or B.S.).

Students interested in declaring aninterdisciplinary major or minor shouldconsult with the coordinator from theappropriate area. Major and minorprograms and coordinators are listedon the chart. Majors and minors mustbe formally declared through the Office of the Registrar.

Requirements for Majors inInterdisciplinary Studies DegreePrograms

1. Each student who chooses a majorprogram (see list) is advised by theprogram coordinator or a member ofthe cadre of faculty from the leaddepartment for each major.

2. For students who pursue anindividualized major, formal completion


and submission of the degree planproposal must be approved by theAssociate Vice President for Academic Affairs.

3. All students in these majorprograms must complete theuniversity’s requirements for theCollege Core Curriculum and earn thenumber of credit hours requiredoutside of the major.

4. A maximum of 45 credit hours inany one discipline may count towardthe 120 credit hours total required forthe baccalaureate.

5. The proposed major must constitute at least 36 credit hours of which nomore than 15 credit hours may comefrom one discipline. At least 24 ofthose 36 credit hours must be at the300-400 level.

6. A minimum of 36 credit hours of300-400 level courses must beincluded overall in the 120 hoursrequired for graduation.

Requirements for the Minor inInterdisciplinary StudiesAn Interdisciplinary Studies minor is agroup of six to nine courses centeringon a topic or problem studied frommany different points of view. Eachminor may be studied in combinationwith any major. Individualized minorsmay be created under advisement.Minors must be formally declaredthrough the Office of the Registrar.

Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

In addition to the major programs andminors, the Interdisciplinary Studiesprogram offers several coursesdeveloped for interdisciplinary orspecial interest purposes.

Independent study and internshipoptions are available throughInterdisciplinary Studies. Internshipsmay receive up to 15 hours of credit.Students proposing an internship arerequired to prepare a “LearningContract” describing the goals of theinternship and how they will be met.Internship forms are available from theCareer Development Office and must be completed in consultation with thecoordinator of the program. Only 6 credit hours earned through internship orindependent study may be appliedtoward the 300- and 400-level courserequirements of the individualized major.

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES 47

Interdisciplinary Studies Majors

Areas of Study Coordinators

American Studies Dr. Christina S. Jarvis, English

see page 10 235 Fenton Hall (716) 673-3430

Arts Administration Jefferson Westwood, Director

see page 12 G-15 Rockefeller Arts Center (716) 673-3217

Environmental Sciences Dr. Melinda Karnes, Academic Affairs

see page 37 815 Maytum Hall (716) 673-3717

International Studies Dr. Ivani Vassoler, Political Science

see page 48 E390 Thompson Hall (716) 673-3887

Legal Studies Dr. James Hurtgen, Political Science

see page 53 E368 Thompson Hall (716) 673-3885

Music Business Dr. Harry Jacobson, Music

see page 67 1145 Mason Hall (716) 673-3248

Self-Design Dr. Melinda Karnes, Academic Affairs


Sport Management and Dr. Charles Davis, Health, Wellness and

Exercise Science Recreation, 123 Dods Hall (716) 673-3101

see page 83 Dr. Bruce Klonsky, Psychology

W339 Thompson Hall (716) 673-3892

Women’s Studies Dr. Ingrid Johnston-Robledo, Psychology

see page 92 W343 Thompson Hall (716) 673-3893

Interdisciplinary Studies Minors

African American Studies Dr. Saundra Liggins, English


American Indian Studies James Stevens, English


American Studies see page 10 and above

Arts Administration see page 12 and above

Film Studies Dr. Carl Ferraro, Visual Arts and New Media

see page 38 205c McEwen Hall (716) 673-3823

Geographic Information Dr. Ann K. Deakin, Geosciences

Systems see page 39 020 Houghton Hall (716) 673-3884

International Studies see page 48 and above

Journalism Dr. Melinda Karnes, Academic Affairs


Latino Studies Dr. Carmen S. Rivera, Modern Languages and

see page 51 Literatures, 2113 Fenton Hall (716) 673-3380

Leadership Studies Robert Mead-Colegrove, Campus Life

see page 51 G-115 Williams Center, (716) 673-3143

Legal Studies see page 53 and above

Multi-ethnic Studies Dr. Timothy D. Levonyan Radloff, Sociology


Public Health Dr. Linda Dorsten, Sociology/Anthropology


Sport and Exercise Studies see page 82 and above

Women’s Studies see page 92 and above

INTERNATIONALSTUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies major andminor)Office: E390 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3887E-mail: [email protected] Vassoler, Coordinator

The International Studies major hasbeen designed to prepare students forinternational leadership roles in thetwenty-first century. The programencourages its majors to think bothglobally and across disciplines as theyseek to understand the dynamics of aglobal society. The InternationalStudies major has been designed toprepare students for careers in themost dynamic sectors of globalgovernance, society and economy.The vitality behind this program comes from faculty in several disciplinaryfields who offer courses and act as asteering committee for the program.

Students take a core ofinterdisciplinary courses, select aspecialization, and complete a minor.The core courses in InternationalStudies provide all students with abasis on which to build theirindividualized programs through one of six thematic specializations. Corecourses ensure students will beintroduced to international relations,global history, cultural issues, and theconcerns and challenges facingdeveloping and developed countries.Students also select a minor thatcomplements the thematicspecializations. The specializationsoffer students the opportunity for moreindividualized training within theframework of international studies. The six specializations are InternationalPolitical Economy, Peace and Conflict, European Cultural Studies, CulturalStudies of the Americas, AdvancedIndustrial Societies, and theDeveloping World. The InternationalPolitical Economy specializationprepares students for careers orgraduate study in the area ofeconomic and political analysis andpolicy-making. The Peace and Conflict specialization would be of interest tostudents who wish to pursue careersin diplomacy or national security. Withthe proliferation of internationalgovernmental and non-governmentalorganizations dedicated to culturalexchange and dialogue and theglobalization of the entertainment

industry, the European CulturalStudies and the Cultural Studies of the Americas specializations preparestudents to seek careers in fields suchas arts administration, globalcommunication, and the championingof human rights. Advanced IndustrialSocieties and the Developing Worldlay the foundation for students topursue regional specializations ininternational job settings or ingraduate-level training. Proficiencymust be demonstrated in a foreignlanguage equivalent to a two-yearcourse of study. More advanced studyof a foreign language is stronglyencouraged. Students must gaininternational experience through astudy program abroad or aninternational internship.

This is an interdisciplinary majorprogram; for specific degreerequirements unique toInterdisciplinary Studies, refer to page46.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience/Interdisciplinary StudiesMajor in International Studies

I. Core Requirements (23 credithours)

INTL 101 International StudiesColloquium

1

ANTH 115 Introductory Anthropology 3ECON 201 Macroeconomics 3

HIST 102 World History II 3

INTL 401 Senior Colloquium 1POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs 3

POLI 352 World Political Geography 3Plus two of the next three courseslisted below:

6

ARTH 102 Art in Culture from 1400 to Present

ENGL 211 World PoetryMUS 333 Music of the World

II. Foreign Language (3 to 12 credithours)

1. Completion of course work throughthe 216 level (second-semesterintermediate).

2. Students must take a minimum ofone course (3 credit hours) at thecollege level. Students may completethis requirement at Fredonia, in aprogram at an approved institution inthe U.S., or in a foreign country.

3. Foreign language training at the300- and 400-levels is stronglyrecommended.

III. International Experience (6 credithours)

Students must enroll in 6 credits of“international experience” course workthat has been approved by theInternational Studies CurriculumCommittee. This requirement may befulfilled via enrollment in a short- orlong-term study abroad program orcompletion of internships withinternational agencies.

IV.Specialization (21 credit hours)

A. Students select one of the sixspecializations listed below:

• International Political Economy

• Advanced Industrial Societies

• Cultural Studies of the Americas

• The Developing World

• European Cultural Studies

• Peace and Conflict

B. International StudiesSpecializations Guidelines:

With the exception of the InternationalPolitical Economy Specialization, nomore than 9 credit hours may be taken from the same discipline. Within eachspecialization, the student mustcomplete a minor related to thatspecialization, and take 7 of thecourses listed, with at least three notcounting toward the minor.

International Political Economy (21credit hours)

The student must complete a minor inEconomics or Political Science, andtake seven (7) of the followingcourses, subject to the specializationguidelines:COMM 385 International Media

ECON 202 MicroeconomicsECON 320 International Trade and

Finance

ECON 321 Economics of Multinational Corporations

ECON 335 Economic Development


ECON 380 Environmental Economicsand Natural ResourceEconomics


HIST 266 Modern East Asia

HIST 311 Europe in the ModernWorld

HIST 361 Modern Middle East

HIST 367 Twentieth Century ChinaHIST 368 Modern Japan

HIST 383 History of Latin America II


HIST 386 Global Studies

POLI 341 Political Economy ofDevelopment

POLI 344 Comparative Public PolicyPOLI 346 East Asian Political

Economy: Japan, Chinaand Korea

POLI 348 European Union

POLI 354 Middle East PoliticsPOLI 355 International Political

Economy

POLI 356 U.S. Foreign Policy

Advanced Industrial Societies (21credit hours)

The student must complete a minor inEconomics, History, or PoliticalScience, and take seven (7) of thefollowing courses, subject to thespecialization guidelines:

COMM 385 International MediaECON 202 Microeconomics





LANG 378 Canada Today

FREN 323 France Today

GERM 323 Germany Since 1918HIST 212 History of the Holocaust

HIST 309 Modernization of Europe


HIST 312 Modern Germany

HIST 317 Modern FranceHIST 342 The American Century

HIST 368 Modern Japan

HIST 386 Global StudiesPHIL 342 Values in a Technological

Society

POLI 330 Western Europe

POLI 331 Canadian PoliticsPOLI 332 Russian Politics

POLI 346 East Asian PoliticalEconomy: Japan, Chinaand Korea

POLI 355 International PoliticalEconomy

SOC 321 Population and Society

SOC 361 Law in the World

Cultural Studies of the Americas (21 credit hours)

The student must complete a minor inArt History, Communication, English,French, History, Music, Philosophy orSpanish, and complete seven (7) ofthe following courses, subject to thespecialization guidelines:


ANTH 345 Canada’s Native People

ARTH 225 Modern Art 1900-1950ENGL 240 Introduction to African

American Literature andCulture

ENGL 241 Introduction to LatinoLiterature and Culture

ENGL 395 Third World LiteratureENGL 397 Contemporary Multicultural

American Literature

LANG 371 Canadian WritersLANG 378 Canada Today

FREN 310 Quebec Literature andCulture

SPAN 325 Survey ofSpanish-AmericanLiterature

HIST 285 Indigenous America:Aztecs and TheirNeighbors

HIST 347 U.S. Immigration

HIST 351 Defining AmericaHIST 380 History of Mexico I

HIST 381 History of Mexico II

HIST 382 History of Latin America IHIST 383 History of Latin America II

POLI 331 Canadian PoliticsPOLI 359 Inter-American Relations

The Developing World (21 credithours)

The student must complete a minor inAnthropology, Economics, History,Political Science, or Sociology, andcomplete seven (7) of the followingcourses, subject to the specializationguidelines:

ANTH 321 Anthropology of Africa



ANTH 345 Canada’s Native People

COMM 385 International Media


ECON 202 Microeconomics



ECON 335 Economic Development


ECON 380 Environmental Economicsand Natural ResourceEconomics

ENGL 395 Third World Literature

HIST 261 Islamic CivilizationHIST 266 Modern East Asia

HIST 285 Indigenous America:Aztecs and TheirNeighbors


HIST 361 Modern Middle EastHIST 366 Late Imperial China

HIST 367 Twentieth Century China

HIST 380 History of Mexico IHIST 381 History of Mexico II

HIST 382 History of Latin America IHIST 383 History of Latin America II

HIST 386 Global Studies (if nottaken in core)

HIST 387 Comparative SlaveSocieties

POLI 334 African Politics



POLI 354 Politics of the Middle East

SOC 314 Contemporary Africa


European Cultural Studies (21 credit hours)

The student must complete a minor inArt, Communication, English, French,History, Music, Philosophy or Spanish, and complete seven (7) of thefollowing courses, subject to thespecialization guidelines:

ARTH 225 Modern Art 1900-1950

COMM 386 International Films

ENGL 322 The Romantic AgeENGL 326 Victorian and Early

Modern Literature

ENGL 328 Modern English LiteratureENGL 396 Russian Literature

HIST 116 Modern WesternCivilization

HIST 306 The Age of ReformationHIST 309 Modernization of Europe


HIST 312 Modern GermanyHIST 322 French Revolution and

Napoleon

FREN 315 French Masterpieces I

FREN 316 French Masterpieces IIFREN 319 Survey of French

Literature I

FREN 320 Survey of FrenchLiterature II

SPAN 315 Introduction to HispanicLiterature

SPAN 319 Survey of SpanishLiterature I

SPAN 320 Survey of SpanishLiterature II

MUS 115 Music Appreciation

MUS 263 Music History in WesternCivilization

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 49

MUS 350 Special Topics

PHIL 338 Marxist Thought

POLI 345 Film and Politics

Any foreign language or culture coursefocusing on a European country.

Peace and Conflict (21 credit hours)

The student must complete a minor inHistory or Political Science, andcomplete seven (7) of the followingcourses, subject to the specializationguidelines:

COMM 385 International Media


ECON 202 MicroeconomicsECON 345 Comparative Economic

Systems

LANG 398 The Holocaust inLiterature

HIST 212 History of the HolocaustHIST 309 Modernization of Europe


HIST 312 Modern Germany


HIST 349 U.S. Military HistoryHIST 350 Vietnam and the Growth of

the National Security State

HIST 361 Modern Middle East

HIST 368 Modern JapanPOLI 354 Politics of the Middle East

POLI 356 U.S. Foreign PolicyPOLI 359 Inter-American Relations

POLI 361 Modern Political Theory

POLI 363 Game Theory

Requirements for the Minor inInternational StudiesTwenty-five (25) credit hours, including the foreign language proficiencyrequirement, as defined in the majorabove:

Core Requirements (10 credit hours):

Core requirements are intended tointroduce students to internationalstudies from the perspective of history, politics, and culture.

INTL 101 Colloquium 1HIST 102 World History 3

POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs 3

ANTH 115 Introductory Anthropology 3

Upper Level Course Requirement (9credit hours):

Three courses at the 300 or higherlevel.

All three courses must come from thesame International Studies

Specialization as defined in theUndergraduate Catalog (thespecialization tracks are InternationalPolitical Economy; Advanced Industrial Societies; Cultural Studies of theAmericas; The Developing World;European Cultural Studies; Peace and Conflict).

Foreign Language Requirement(minimum 3 credit hours):

Completion of course work through the 216 level (second semesterintermediate). This requirement maybe satisfied by a student attaining asatisfactory score on the ForeignLanguage Placement test or a score of 4 or 5 on the Advanced PlacementEducational Testing ServiceExamination. However, students musttake a minimum of one course (3credit hours) at the college level.Students may complete thisrequirement at SUNY Fredonia, or in a program at an approved institution inthe U.S. or in a foreign country.

International Experience (3 credithours):

All International Studies minors mustcomplete a 3-credit “internationalexperience,” which can be fulfilled viaenrollment in a short-term or long-term study-abroad program or thecompletion of an internship with aninternational agency.

JOURNALISM(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: 815 Maytum Hall(716) 673-3717E-mail: [email protected] Karnes, Coordinator

The Journalism minor preparesstudents for careers in journalism andprovides a solid background for related positions in the private sector andpublic affairs. The minor programfeatures a strong core in newsgathering, research, writing, andcritical analysis while also providingmultidisciplinary perspectives on thepolitical, ethical and legal implicationsof media in society. Students will gainvaluable hands-on experience puttingtheir course work into practice byavailing themselves of the opportunityto become active members of thecampus print and broadcast mediaand by pursuing internships withprofessional media. Students arestrongly encouraged to select their

College Core Curriculum (CCC)courses in interdisciplinary areas suchas American, ethnic and women’sstudies as well as international andintercultural communication;complementary electives in UnitedStates and global history, politics,economics and culture are furtherencouraged. Advising sheets areavailable from the coordinator.

Students are required to take 21 hours consisting of the following courses:

Journalism Core: (15 credit hours)

JOUR 366 Opinion in Journalism 3

JOUR 370 Reporting and Newswriting I

3

JOUR 371 Reporting and Newswriting II

3

POLI 326 Media and Politics 3


3

Journalism Practice: (6 credit hours)

JOUR 465 Internship 3and

Elective 3

Students may count no more than 3credit hours from their major programtoward the minor in Journalism.Students may transfer up to 6 credithours from another institution towardthe minor in Journalism at Fredonia.Students may use past coursesretroactively after approval by thecoordinator. Learning Contracts mustbe completed for all internships andsigned by the Journalism coordinator.


LATINO STUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: 2111 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3380E-mail: [email protected] Rivera, Coordinator

Requirements for the Minor inLatino StudiesThe Latino Studies minor providesinterdisciplinary study of the historical,political, social, educational, economic, and cultural developments that affectLatinos of the Americas. “Latino” hasbeen defined broadly to include notonly Spanish-speaking minorities inthe United States, but the indigenousand Latin American (includingPortuguese-speaking Brazilians)background of Latinos and Latinas inthe United States.

Requirements may differ according todate of enrollment. Current studentsshould check their UndergraduateCatalog.

Required: 21 credit hours from thefollowing. Students declaring theLatino Studies minor may use pastcourses retroactively after consultation with the coordinator.

Required Course (3 credit hours):

INDS 220/HIST 220

Introduction to Ethnicityand Race

3


Note: Students are required to takeone semester of language, unlessotherwise advised by the programcoordinator, and one course from each of the remaining groups listed below -Literature and History. All coursesfrom the Department of Modern(Foreign) Languages and Literaturesdesignated as LANG are taught inEnglish with the exception of LANG400 Special Topics, which may betaught in Spanish or English, asdetermined by the instructor; allcourses designated SPAN are taughtin Spanish.

Language:SPAN 215 Intermediate Spanish I (or

equivalent)3

Literature:ENGL 241/INDS 241

Introduction to Latino/aLiterature

3

History:

One course from the following choices:HIST 282 Pre-Columbian and

Colonial Latin America3


3


3

HIST 380 Pre-Columbian andColonial Mexico

3


3

Electives (6 credit hours; two courses,one in each of two disciplines):ANTH 324 Anthropology of the

Caribbean3

ENGL 299/399/499


3

ENGL 304/INDS 304

Latina Literature andCultural Studies

3

HIST 299/399


3


3

MUS 334 Music of Latin America 3

POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties(with approval ofcoordinator)

3

PSY 280 Special Topics (withapproval of coordinator)

3


SOC 350 Special Topics (withapproval of coordinator)

3

SPAN 313 Spanish Conversation 3

SPAN 315 Introduction to Readings in Hispanic Literature

3

SPAN 325 Survey ofSpanish-AmericanLiterature

3

SPAN 377 Special Topics 3

SPAN 425 Spanish-American Fiction 3WOST 203 Chicana Writers/Visual

Artists3

Capstone Course (3 credit hours):INDS 403 Independent Study: Latino

Topics

or 3

INDS 493 Latino Studies Internship:U.S. Latino Organizations

LEADERSHIP STUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: G-115 Williams CenterE-mail: [email protected](716) 673-3143Robert Mead-Colegrove, Coordinator

The Leadership Studies minorprovides an opportunity to studyleadership from an interdisciplinaryapproach. The Leadership Studiesminor requires 21 credit hours ofcourse work and practicum credit. The program is designed to provideintensive study of leadership conceptsand ideas, complemented byco-curricular activities. Leadership is avibrant and ever-changing field associety redefines the variouscharacteristics of leadership.

LATINO STUDIES 51

The goals of the Leadership Studies Minor are:

• To introduce leadership as arecognized andwell-documented set ofconcepts and ideas gleanedfrom designated courses thatenhance leadership concepts;

• To provide the opportunity foran internship experience thatdocuments appropriateleadership skills;

• To allow students to use thisminor to complement a varietyof major programs, includingbut not limited to, BusinessAdministration, Communication, Social Work, or Education; and

• To offer a substantial menu ofeducational opportunities in aneffort to enhance studentpotential as active andprogressive individuals in avariety of diverse andcompetitive professionalsettings.

Requirements for consideration:

• Undergraduate student enrolled at SUNY Fredonia

• Maintenance of a cumulativegrade point average of 2.5

• Consultation (and approval)with current Academic Advisor

• Application and consultation

Internship Capstone Experience:

INDS 490 Internship: Leadershipprovides each student with theopportunity to utilize previous coursework in designing, implementing andreporting a capstone internshipexperience. Students must have afaculty sponsor and a detailed plan forthe internship describing; (1) the duties approved by the interning agency, (2)the student’s method of reporting orreflecting on the internship experience, (3) the method of internshipevaluation; and (4) the amount ofcredit to be earned.

Affiliated Student Organizations andActivities:

The Leadership Corps student groupprovides opportunities for students toprogram special events, developleadership competencies, andenhance presentation skills byfacilitating workshops for campus and

community organizations. Examples of this are resident assistant training from several college campuses on ourropes course at the College Lodge,Myers-Briggs Type Inventorypresentations, and etiquette dinners.

The Leadership Awards Reception(co-sponsored by Leadership Corps,Campus Life, Faculty StudentAssociation, Alumni Affairs, andUniversity Advancement) provides anopportunity for recognition of studentleaders on campus, while allowing areception for several scholarshipannouncements.

The Leadership Studies minor alsoprovides students with the opportunityfor a hand-on experience in the NewYork Leadership Educator’sConsortium (NYLEC). A yearlyconference is planned in the summerto provide students and professionalsin the field of leadership developmentan opportunity to learn new theoriesand present on current trends.

Requirements for the Minor

Completion of the minor requires aminimum of 21 credit hours. Coursework focuses on five basiccomponents: theory of leadershipdevelopment; leadership in a changing world; communication skills (oral andwritten); techniques for working withgroups and organizations; andpresentation skills. The minor includesa required internship, scheduled inconsultation with the programcoordinator.

Core Requirements: (6 credit hours):

SPST 201 Advanced LeadershipDevelopment

3

INDS 490 Internship in LeadershipDevelopment

3


Must cover at least three of thefollowing areas. At least 6 of thesecredit hours must be at the 300-400level, and no more than 3 of thesecredit hours may be from any onediscipline. Students should note thatmany of these courses haveprerequisites, but often theprerequisite is a course that could betaken to satisfy a requirement in theCollege Core Curriculum.

Global Perspectives:

AMST 347 U.S. Immigration 3


3

ECON 320 InternationalTrade/Finance

3


3

ENGL 351 Language and Society 3HIST 204 World Regional

Geography3

INDS 110 SUNYMEU: Freshmen 3INDS 210 SUNYMEU: Sophomore 3

INED 400 Study Abroad 3

POLI 352 World Political Geography 3POLI 356 U.S. Foreign Policy 3

PSY 370 Cross-Cultural Psychology 3

Communication Skills:COMM105 Public Speaking 3


3

BUAD 235 Introduction to BusinessCommunications

3

THEA 130 Acting for Non-Majors 3

Groups and Organizations:


3


3


COMM 373 Gender andCommunication

3


3

INDS 220 Introduction toEthnicity/Race

3

PHED 210 Phil./Princ./Org. ofAthletics in Education

3

PSY 245 Social Psychology 3

PSY 347 Industrial/OrganizationalPsychology

3

PSY 355 Group Dynamics 3

SOC 204 Social Psychology 3

SOC 316 Minority Groups 3SOC 325 Complex Organizations 3

Presentation Skills:


3

CSIT 107 Web Programming I 3COMM 110 Desktop Presentation 1

COMM 111 Web Design 1COMM 112 Desktop Video 1

COMM 114 Electronic Darkroom 1

COMM 116 Desktop Publishing 1GIS 201 Geographic Information

Systems I3

Total credit hours: 21


LEGAL STUDIESOffice: E386 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3885E-mail: [email protected] James Hurtgen, Coordinator

Legal Studies is designed to providestudents with a broad background ofinterdisciplinary courses focusing onthe development and structure of thelaw. It provides a blended, specializedcurriculum that retains the strengths of a liberal arts and sciences educationwhile providing an excellentpreparation for advanced study in thefield of law. Students will be providedwith an interdisciplinary approach tothe study of the American judiciarywith integral layers of ethics, socialsciences and analytical skills. Aninternship in a legal setting is one ofthe key components. The program isespecially helpful for those seeking amore complete understanding of thelegal system and the interaction of lawin society, and those preparing for theLaw School Admission Test. A pre-law advisory committee exists to providestudents with career counseling.

This is an Interdisciplinary Studiesmajor program; for specific degreerequirements unique to Interdisciplinary Studies, refer to page 46.

I. Core Requirements: (6 credithours)

POLI 276 Law and Society 3

POLI 277 Introduction to Law 3

II. Legal Foundations: (9 credit hoursfrom)


ACCT 312 Business Law II* 3BUAD 310 Legal Environment of

Business3

PHIL 362 Philosophy of Law 3

POLI 370 Constitutional Law* 3POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties* 3

POLI 383 Courts and Social Policy* 3

III. Law and Philosophy: (6 credit hours from)

PHIL 218 Introduction to Ethics 3PHIL 265 Social and Political

Philosophy3

PHIL 303 Crime and Punishment 3PHIL 310 Business Ethics 3

PHIL 312 Current Moral Issues andPrinciples

3

PHIL 364 Justice, Law andEconomics

3

HIST 375 History of Authority* 3

POLI 330 Western EuropeanPolitics*

or

POLI 331 Canadian Politics* 3or

POLI 332 Russian Politics*

POLI 360 Classical Political Theory*or 3

POLI 361 Modern Political Theory*

IV.Law and Human Behavior: (6 credit hours from)

PSY 245 Social Psychology*

or 3SOC 204 Social Psychology*

PSY 356 Abnormal Psychology* 3PSY 358 Psychology and the Law 3

SOC 310 Sociology of DeviantBehavior*

3

SOC 363 Victimology* 3SOC 364 Juvenile Delinquency* 3

VI.Skill Requirements: (9 credit hoursfrom)


3


3

PHIL 106 Critical Thinking

orPHIL 116 Introduction to Deductive

Logic3

orPHIL 301 Intermediate Deductive

Logic

POLI 200 Statistics

or 3SOC 200 Social Statistics

POLI 210 Research Methods

or 3SOC 300 Research Methods

VII. Legal Internship (Optional)(3-9 credit hours)

*prerequisite required

Students in other programs may enrollin the 21-credit hour Legal Studiesminor.

Requirements for the Minor in Legal StudiesFor students interested in a broadinterdisciplinary background in law and related social science areas. Aminimum of 21 credit hours distributedas follows: 6 credit hour corerequirement; 15 additional credit hours with 12 at the 300 level or above.

I. Core Requirements (6 credit hours)POLI 276 Law and Society 3POLI 277 Introduction to Law 3

II. Law Courses (15 credit hours; 12 at 300 level or above)

POLI 287/INDS 285

Mock Trial II* 3


ACCT 312 Business Law II 3BUAD 310 Legal Environment of

Business3

PHIL 303 Crime and Punishment 3

PHIL 312 Current Moral Issues andPrinciples

3

PHIL 362 Philosophy of Law 3

PHIL 364 Justice, Law, andEconomics

3

POLI 370 Constitutional Law 3

POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties 3

POLI 383 Courts and Social Policy 3PSY 358 Psychology and the Law 3

SOC 360 Criminal Justice Systems 3

POLI 492 Legal Internship** 3

*may be taken only once for completion ofminor

** only three credits may be applied forcompletion of the minor

Most professions require effectiveness in writing and speaking. This iscertainly true of the legal profession.Students are advised to choosecourses which will help them developthese skills; e.g. COMM 105, COMM205 for speaking; upper divisioncourses as electives for writing.

Students should also acquireknowledge of standard computersoftware including word processing,spreadsheet and database programs.Familiarity with bibliographic and datasearch routines including the Internetand World Wide Web are stronglyencouraged.

LEGAL STUDIES 53

MATHEMATICALSCIENCESOffice: 223 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3243E-mail: [email protected] J. Boynton, Chairperson

The goal of the programs inmathematics is to prepare students for the lifelong study and use ofmathematics. The application ofmathematics has made possible many of the technological advances nowtaken for granted. Conversely,problems in business, science andengineering, when formulatedmathematically, often spur advancesin mathematics. This interplaybetween mathematics and otherdisciplines has been growing and nowincludes many more areas than wouldhave been thought possible only a few years ago.

The Department of MathematicalSciences offers several undergraduate program options within mathematics.The Liberal Arts track is recommended for those who plan to pursue graduatestudy in mathematics or seek generalemployment following graduation.Students who plan amathematics-related career inbusiness, industry, or science maywish to follow the Applied Mathematics track. For students planning a careerin teaching, the department offers twoprogram options: AdolescenceEducation – Mathematics, to preparehigh school mathematics teachers(grades 7 through 12), and MiddleChildhood Education – MathematicsSpecialist, to prepare mathematicsteachers for middle school (grades 5through 9). Both teacher preparationprograms lead to recommendation forInitial Certification in New York State.

The department offers a Master ofScience in Education degree programto provide middle and high schoolmathematics teachers the opportunityto work towards ProfessionalCertification. The department alsooffers minors in Mathematics andApplied Mathematics and, incollaboration with the Department ofPhysics, a degree program inMathematics-Physics; see page 71. Italso participates in the CooperativeEngineering program; see page 34.

Upon recommendation of the faculty,qualified students are invited to jointhe Honors Program in Mathematics.The objectives of the program are to:

(1) deepen a student’s understandingand appreciation of mathematics; (2)provide the student with theopportunity to conduct research on aselected topic with guidance from afaculty member; and (3) enhance thestudent’s preparation for graduatestudy in mathematics. The programconsists of three special courses:MATH 290 Sophomore HonorsMathematics; MATH 390 HonorsSpecial Topics; and MATH 490Honors Thesis.

Generally, MATH 290 and 390 aretaken in the spring semester of thestudent’s sophomore and junior years,respectively, while MATH 490 is takenin the senior year. The departmentalso offers MATH 190 Honors Problem Solving each spring to a select groupof freshmen who have beenrecommended by their calculusinstructors. Although not a formal partof the Honors Program, MATH 190 isa good course for freshmen who likeworking on nontrivial problems andwish to further develop their analyticalthinking skills.

Many mathematics studentsparticipate in the activities of theMathematics Club (Chi Tau Omega), a Student Chapter of the MathematicalAssociation of America. The club holds academic and social activities, andhelps sponsor trips to professionalmeetings. In addition, Fredonia has achapter of Pi Mu Epsilon, a nationalhonorary society devoted to thepromotion of scholarly activity inmathematics by students.

Several scholarships are awardedannually to mathematics majors based on academic performance and facultyrecommendations: the Frank R. OlsonScholarships in Mathematics and theEarl G. Mathewson Scholarship inMathematics Education.

For further details about the programsin mathematics, contact NancyBoynton, chairperson of theDepartment of Mathematical Sciences. Interested persons should see page23 for the programs offered inComputer Sciences and ComputerInformation Systems.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Mathematics

Liberal Arts Track: (45 credit hours)

CSIT 106 Scientific ProgrammingUsing C/C++

or 3

CSIT 121 Computer Science IMATH 122 University Calculus I 4

MATH 123 University Calculus II 4MATH 210 Discrete Mathematics 4

MATH 223 University Calculus III 4

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3MATH 231 Linear Algebra 4

MATH 323 Intermediate Real Analysis 3

MATH 331 Abstract Algebra 3MATH 405 Senior Seminar 1

MATH 420 Advanced Calculus 3

STAT 350 Probability and Statistics 3Two additional MATH or STATcourses numbered 311 or higher, asadvised

6

Total hours in Liberal Arts track: 45

Cooperative Engineering studentsfollowing this track may substitutePHYS 425 for MATH 420.

Applied Mathematics Track:The track contains three options, all ofwhich require the following AppliedMathematics Core:

CSIT 106 Scientific ProgrammingUsing C/C++

or 3CSIT 121 Computer Science I



MATH 223 University Calculus III 4


MATH 329 Mathematical Modeling 3

MATH 405 Senior Seminar 1

STAT 350 Probability and Statistics 3

Total Hours in Applied MathematicsCore

33

Applied Mathematics/Finance andEconomics Option: The optionrequires the Applied MathematicsCore and the following courses:


3


3


3


3

MATH 365 Financial Mathematics 3


One additional MATH or STAT coursenumbered 311 or higher

3

Four courses chosen from thefollowing as advised:

12

ACCT 303 Cost ManagementACCT 304 Taxation I

ACCT 305 Taxation II


BUAD 317 Corporate Finance I

BUAD 416 Investment AnalysisBUAD 418 Corporate Finance II

ECON 300 Statistical Analysis



ECON 315 Money/Banking/MonetaryEconomics

ECON 350 Managerial EconomicsECON 400 Econometrics and

Business Applications

ECON 410 Mathematical Economics

Total hours in AppliedMathematics/Finance and EconomicsOption

63

Applied Mathematics/Statistics andOperations Research Option: Theoption requires the AppliedMathematics Core, a minor in a field to which statistics or operations researchcan be applied, and the followingcourses:

STAT 355 Mathematical Statistics 3Two of the following three courses: 6

MATH 359 Probability Models inOperations Research

MATH 375 Deterministic Models inOperations Research

STAT 351 Applied Statistics


3

Total hours in AppliedMathematics/Statistics and Operations Research Option

45

(plus a minor)

Applied Mathematics/Physics Option:The option requires the AppliedMathematics Core and the followingcourses:

MATH 325 Numerical Analysis 3

PHYS 230 University Physics I 4

PHYS 231 University Physics II 4PHYS 232 University Physics I Lab 1

PHYS 233 University Physics II Lab 1

PHYS 234 Modern Physics 4PHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics

or 3

PHYS 333 Electricity and MagnetismPHYS 425 Mathematical Physics I 3

PHYS 426 Mathematical Physics II 3

One additional MATH or STAT coursenumbered 311 or higher*

3

Total hours in AppliedMathematics/Physics Option

62

*Cooperative Engineering students onthe 3-2 plan may count PHYS 324Circuit Analysis II as the 300 levelelective.

Note: In satisfying the requirements ofthe above option, the student will earna minor in Physics. This minor mustbe declared.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience degree in AdolescenceEducation – Mathematics (81-83credit hours)





3

MATH 323 Intermediate Real Analysis 3MATH 331 Abstract Algebra 3

MATH 341 Geometry 3

MATH 381 History of Mathematics 3MATH 405 Senior Seminar 1

orMAED 410 Seminar: Math. for High

School Teachers3

STAT 350 Probability and Statistics 3


3

MAED 105/106

Introduction toContemporary Education

3

EDU 224 Adolescent Development 3

EDU 250/251


3

MAED 276 Literacy and Technologyfor Science andMathematics

3


1


1


1

MAED 305/313


3


MAED 419 Secondary SchoolMethods in Mathematics

3

EDU 430 Student Teaching 15Total Hours in Adolescence Education – Mathematics

81-83

Middle Childhood Education –Mathematics Specialist (83 credithours)




3


3

MATH 210 Discrete Mathematics 4

MATH 231 Linear Algebra 4MAED 303 Mathematics for School

Teachers III3


3

MATH 341 Geometry 3

MATH 381 History of Mathematics 3

MATH 405 Senior Seminar 1

STAT 150 Statistical Ideas

or

STAT 200 Statistical Methods 3or

STAT 350 Probability and StatisticsOne additional MATH or STAT coursenumbered 311 or higher

3

MAED 105/106

Introduction toContemporary Education

3



3

MAED 276 Literacy and Technologyfor Science andMathematics

3


1


1


1

MAED 305/313


3

EDU 321 Teaching in the MiddleSchool

3

EDU 349 Educational Psychology 3MAED 417 Middle School Methods in

Mathematics3

EDU 429 Student Teaching inMiddle ChildhoodEducation – MathematicsSpecialist

15

Total Hours in Middle ChildhoodEducation – Mathematics Specialist

83

Students in all certification programsare required to demonstratecompetence in a foreign language.This requirement may be satisfiedeither by (1) completion of three ormore years of study of a foreignlanguage in high school, with a gradeof 65 or higher on the RegentsExamination, or (2) completion offoreign language course work at the

MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES 55

116-level at Fredonia, or equivalent.The College Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral.

All mathematics majors must complete a science course and its laboratoryselected from the following:

Chemistry:CHEM 115 and CHEM 125

Physics:PHYS 230 and PHYS 232

(Majors in the Middle ChildhoodMathematics Specialist Track maysatisfy this requirement by taking SCI301, 302, and 303.)

Mathematics majors are encouragedto take additional courses in computerscience consistent with their careerand educational goals.

Requirements for the Minor inMathematics



MATH 210 Discrete Mathematics 4MATH 223 University Calculus III 4

Plus three additional MATH or STAT courses chosen from MATH224, MATH 231, and coursesnumbered 311 or higher

9 or 10

Total hours required: 25 or 26

Requirements for the Minor inApplied Mathematics




Plus three additional courses chosenfrom MATH 224, 322, 325, 329, 337,359, 365, 375, 440, STAT 350, 351,355, PHYS 425, 426, CSIT 241, 242;at least one of these courses must bea course numbered 311 or higher

9–11

Total hours required: 25 – 27

A student may not minor in bothMathematics and AppliedMathematics.

Graduate programs are available inthe department; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716) 673-3808.

(Media Arts, see Department ofVisual Arts and New Media, page 89.)

MEDICALTECHNOLOGY/BIOMEDICALRESEARCHTECHNOLOGY(see also Biology)Office: 112 Jewett Hall (716) 673-3283E-mail: [email protected] Patricia Smith Astry, Director

The multi-faceted educational approachof this program prepares students forcareers in several high demand areas ofscience. Recent program graduates areemployed as clinical scientists in hospitallaboratories, industrial and biotechnologylaboratories, and biomedical researchfacilities; and as sales representatives forpharmaceutical, medical instrumentationand computer corporations. Studentsinterested in applying to medical schoolshould refer to the Pre-Medicine sectionon page 73.

The innovative combination of atraditional program track in MedicalTechnology with a unique track inBiomedical Research Technologygives the graduate of the SUNYFredonia program unique advantagesin gaining employment in theaforementioned areas.

The first two years of the programinclude core courses in biology,chemistry, physics and mathematicsthat are required of all MT/BMRTmajors. During the latter part of thesophomore year, students areencouraged to select one of thefollowing program tracks:

Track I: This program is accredited bythe National Accrediting Agency forClinical Laboratory Sciences(NAACLS) and the American MedicalAssociation Council on HealthEducation. It is recommended forstudents wishing to prepare forcareers in hospital laboratories, thebiomedical industry, pharmaceuticaland instrumental sales. The curriculum requires the student to study threeyears at SUNY Fredonia and one yearin an accredited clinical hospitalprogram. Contracted agreements withthree hospitals ensure internshipplacement for qualified students whohave successfully completed university requirements. Entrance to the clinicalprogram is highly competitive andbased on a minimum 3.0 GPA andletters of recommendation. The clinical

year consists of study in a hospitallaboratory where students aresupervised and instructed by medicaltechnologists and physicians. Aftersuccessful completion of theinternship, students receive clinicalcertification from the hospital, 30university credits, and the Bachelor ofScience degree in Medical Technology from SUNY Fredonia. Students arethen eligible to take nationalcertification examinations for medicaltechnology, such as the NationalRegistry Examination given by theAmerican Society of ClinicalPathologists.

The percentage of Fredonia MedicalTechnology students passing thisRegistry Examination on the firstattempt has been 99 percent over thepast 10 years, compared to a nationalpassage rate of only 68 percent.

Under affiliation agreements enteredinto by the university, the training ofstudents takes place under thedirection of the persons at thefollowing hospitals:

Nancy Mitchell, M.S., MT (ASCP),Program Director, School of MedicalTechnology, Rochester GeneralHospital, Rochester, N.Y.

Stephen Johnson, M.S., MT (ASCP),Program Director, Medical Technology Program, St. Vincent’s Hospital, Erie,Pa.

Michele Harms, M.S., MT (ASCP),Program Director, Medical Technology Program, WCA Hospital, Jamestown,N.Y.

Students wishing to apply to otheraccredited internship programs maydo so upon advisement.

Track II: This option is recommendedfor students interested in graduateschool and for medical laboratorytechnicians (A.A.S.) wishing tocomplete a B.S. degree program. Thestudent must complete the coursework required in Track I, as well as aconcentration of 23 credit hours.Required courses in the concentrationinclude: CSIT 104 or CSIT 105, CHEM 317, 327, 318, 328; and 12 credithours of upper level biology electiveschosen by advisement. Students areencouraged to take one semester ofundergraduate research (BIOL 440,441) to fulfill part of this requirement.


Track III: This option combines therequirements of Tracks I and II,enabling the student to be wellqualified for all clinical, research,industrial, and sales opportunitiesmentioned earlier. After four years ofstudy completing requirements andconcentration courses at Fredonia, the qualified student may complete aclinical year of study at a hospital asdescribed under Track I. Uponsuccessful completion of Track III, theB.S. degree is awarded.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in MedicalTechnology

Required Biology Courses:

BIOL 131-132


4

BIOL 133-134


4

BIOL 221 Human Anatomy 3BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

BIOL 256 Intro. to Clinical Sciences 1BIOL 333-334


BIOL 336-337


4

BIOL 338 Microbiology 3BIOL 344 Parasitology 1

BIOL 431 Senior Seminar 1

BIOL 453 Basic Hematology 1BIOL 461 Immunology and Serology 3

33Clinical Internship 30

or Biomedical Research Concentration 22

Required Supporting Courses:

CHEM 115-116


8

CHEM 215-216


8


PHYS 121-122


8

orPHYS 230-231


10

27-29

Chemistry and mathematics coursesshould be completed by the end of the sophomore year, physics courses bythe end of the junior year.

CLINICAL HOSPITAL COURSES

Each hospital uses slightly differentnames in categorizing areas of study.The basic categories are as follows:

CLINICAL CHEMISTRY: Lecture andlaboratory sequence involving thestudy and detection of biochemicalcomponents in body fluids.Methodology, theory, disease states,and instrumentation are stressed.

CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY: Lectureand laboratory rotation in whichbacteria, fungi, parasites and virusesare studied, the emphasis being onbacteria. Biochemical, morphologicaland serological properties areemphasized.

HEMATOLOGY/COAGULATION:Lecture and laboratory sequenceconcerned with the study of blood.Theory and techniques dealing withcellular components and coagulationmechanisms of normal and abnormalblood are major topics.

IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY (BloodBank): Lecture and laboratory rotationdealing with the immunologicalproperties of the blood, especiallyconcerning the various blood groupsand transfusion therapy. (Othertheories and techniques of basic

immunology may be included here orin another category.)

URINALYSIS: Lecture and laboratorypresentation of normal and abnormalphysical, chemical, and cellularproperties of urine.

MODERN LANGUAGESAND LITERATURESOffice: 2111 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3380E-mail: [email protected] S. Rivera, Chairperson

Students acquire competency inlanguage and an understanding ofliterature in order to become culturallysensitive to the nuances of everydaybusiness and interpersonal exchanges in foreign countries.

Recent graduates find employment inall professional areas, including butnot limited to teaching, legal andhealth fields, publications and in avaried range of businesses.

A major or minor may be earned inFrench and/or Spanish. Otherlanguages, such as German, Italian,and Russian, are offered at theintroductory level. Students are alsoencouraged to design programs that

MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES 57

go across disciplines and fields, withthe assistance of their advisor.

Majors, minors, and modern languageconcentration students areencouraged to travel to a foreigncountry for one or two semesters ofstudy abroad. Students participating in programs in Spain, France, Mexico,and the French-speaking province ofQuebec have found this experienceenormously enriching. Many studentschoose to travel to other countries inLatin America. Students can apply amaximum of 12 hours of study abroadwith a minimum grade of C towardsthe major and/or minor in thelanguage.

The department sponsors the FrenchClub, and has affiliations with twonational honor societies: Pi Delta Phiin French and Sigma Delta Pi inSpanish.

The Robert Rie Foreign LanguageScholarship is awarded each year to anupper level major in modern languageswho demonstrates outstandingacademic ability and commitment tohis/her field of study. Recommendations are submitted by the faculty to the chairof the department.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in French

Hrs.FREN 315 French Masterpieces I 3

FREN 317 French Conversation 3

FREN 318 French Composition 3FREN 319 Survey of French

Literature I3

FREN 421 Diction 3

FREN 423 Senior Seminar 3

FREN 424 Stylistics 3

Plus 15 additional credit hours of 300or 400 level French courses.

12

36

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Spanish

SPAN 313 Spanish Conversation 3

SPAN 314 Spanish Composition 3SPAN 315 Introduction to Hispanic

Literature3

SPAN 423 Senior Seminar 3Plus 24 additional credit hours of 300or 400 level Spanish courses asadvised.

24

36

In order to major in French, studentsshould pass FREN 315, 316, 317, and318 with a minimum of B- in eachclass. Students majoring in Spanishshould pass SPAN 315, 317, 318 witha minimum of B- in each. Studentsseeking a minor or concentration in

French and/or Spanish should alsoperform at the B level in thesecourses.

A maximum of six credit hours ofLANG courses can be applied towards the major as long as the student doesthe course work in the targetlanguage.

Childhood and Early ChildhoodEducation majors may earn aconcentration in French or Spanish.Consult the College of Education’scatalog description or the courserequirements for these programs.

Students who desire to teach Frenchor Spanish in the secondary schoolsmay obtain provisional certification bycompleting the program describedabove and the required courses inProfessional Education. Theprocedure to be followed for admission to the professional sequence ofcourses is as follows:

Students wishing to enter the programmust inform the departmentchairperson by October 15 of the yearbefore their participation in Secondary(Adolescence) School Methods. Thedepartment will recommend thosestudents who demonstrate superiorcompetency (a minimum GPA of “B” in their major language courses),responsibility, dependability, maturity,and a clear grasp of the realities of the teaching profession.

The coordinator will decide on astudent teaching assignment for eachstudent favorably recommended.

The Secondary School Methodscourse will be taken in the fallsemester immediately precedingstudent teaching. Admission is limitedto those students planning to followthe course with a semester of studentteaching.

In order to proceed in this manner,students must earn a minimum gradeof “C+” in Secondary School Methodsand must have an overall GPA of 3.0in all language courses.

During the first weeks of studentteaching, students will enter into anindividually designed writtenagreement with the universitysupervisor and cooperating teacher,concerning their work in theassignment.

Requirements for the Minor inFrench or Spanish

A student may qualify for a minor inany one of the two major languagesoffered by the department. The minorrequires 18 credit hours beyond the116-level chosen under advisementand with departmental approval.


A student can transfer up to 12 credithours with a minimum grade of Ctowards the major. A minimum of 24credit hours must be taken in thedepartment at SUNY Fredonia.

For a minor, a student can transfer upto 9 credit hours with a minimum grade of C towards the program.

Notes:

1. Depending on the languagepreparation in high school, a studentcan be placed at a more or lessadvanced section of a languagecourse by the instructor. Students areencouraged to speak with theirinstructor the first week of classes toensure placement at the appropriatelevel.

2. Unless otherwise specified, allcourses are conducted principally inthe appropriate foreign language.

3. The department encouragesstudents to participate in overseasprograms in France, Germany, Spain,and other countries. Plans thereforeshould be initiated before the junioryear, when students normally takeadvantage of this opportunity.


MOLECULARGENETICS(also see Biology)Office: 203 Jewett Hall(716) 673-3282E-mail: [email protected] Lee, ChairpersonDepartment of Biology

Virtually all areas of the life sciencesare being affected by the application of Molecular Genetics in solvingbiological problems. A strongbackground in molecular genetics willallow students to address problems inmedicine, agriculture, environmentalscience, industry, forensics and basicbiology. Indeed, Molecular Genetics isplaying a central role in virtually allaspects of modern biological research.

SUNY Fredonia’s program inMolecular Genetics, the first of its typein New York State, provides studentswith the necessary background, skillsand training to enter these excitingareas of molecular biology andbiotechnology. Students enrolled in the program will gain experience in DNAcloning, nucleic acid hybridization, geltransfers, forensic DNA analysis,bioinformatics, polymerase chainreaction, and DNA sequencing, whichform the basis of the Human Genomeproject and of other molecular geneticresearch. The B.S. degree inMolecular Genetics also combines aneducational experience in the liberalarts with broad coverage offundamental aspects of the biologicalsciences. Graduates in MolecularGenetics are well prepared forgraduate work in molecular biology,genetic counseling or forensic scienceas well as entrance to a medicalprogram, or employment as a research technician.

The first two years of the programconsist of a core of courses taken bymost students interested in thebiological sciences. In addition, alaboratory course in MolecularGenetics provides the student with asequence of experiments in a research project setting that includes acomprehensive selection of thetechniques employed in moderngenetics research.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in MolecularGenetics

BIOL 131-132


4

BIOL 133-134


4

BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

BIOL 243 Biodiversity 3

BIOL 333-334


BIOL 338 Microbiology 3BIOL 431 Senior Seminar 1

BIOL 435 Developmental Biology 3BIOL 436 Molecular Biology 3

BIOL 437 Molecular Genetics Lab 2

Plus 9 additional hours of biologyelectives at the 300-400 level.

9

40

CHEM 115-115


8

CHEM 215-216


8

PHYS 121-122


8

orPHYS 230-231


10

MATH 120-121


orMATH 122-123


30-34

Chemistry and mathematics coursesshould be completed by the end of the sophomore year, physics courses bythe end of the junior year.

Biology course descriptions for themajor are listed on pages 103 to 106.

The Molecular Genetics major isstrongly advised to plan on at leastone year of Undergraduate Research(BIOL 440-441) in the area ofmolecular biology.

Requirements for Transfer Credit: Thedegree offered by the Department ofBiology requires students to complete40 credit hours of biology core andelective courses chosen withadvisement. Students are expected tocomplete at least half of the biologycourses at Fredonia. Additional credithours transferred may be used asgeneral electives toward graduation.As a rule, the department will notaccept as equivalent for upper levelcourses, credit earned at two-yearcolleges.

MULTI-ETHNICSTUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: W395 Thompson Hall(716) 673-4606E-mail: [email protected] D. Levonyan Radloff,Coordinator

The Multi-ethnic Studies minorprovides an opportunity to study thehistories and cultures of ethnicminority groups in North America andtheir relationships to each other aswell as to the dominant culture.

The program is designed for studentswho desire a broader focus than thatoffered by the existing minors - AfricanAmerican, American Indian and LatinoStudies. The Multi-ethnic Studies minor will merge facets of all three minors -for example, history, literature,language, anthropology, music, etc. - to give a broad-based understanding ofthose ethnic groups who have beenmarginalized or excluded from fullparticipation in society.

The minor, with its wide scope, willappeal to students interested inlearning more about the expressionsand perspectives of North Americanminority groups and how theinter-relationships of race, ethnicity,gender, and class define our society.

Requirements may differ according todate of enrollment. Current studentsshould check their UndergraduateCatalog.

Required: 21 credit hours from thefollowing. Students declaring aMulti-ethnic Studies minor may usepast courses retroactively afterconsultation with the coordinator.


INDS 105 Intro. to American IndianStudies

3

INDS 106 Intro. to African AmericanStudies

3

HIST 225/INDS 225

Intro. to Latino History and Culture

3


MOLECULAR GENETICS 59


Three courses; courses must be taken from each of the three areas.

African American Studies: Hrs.


3

DANC 231 African Caribbean Dance 2EDU 305 Cultural/Linguistic

Diversity3

ENGL 240 Introduction to AfricanAmerican Literature andCulture

3

ENGL 340 Black Women Writers 3ENGL 341 Harlem Renaissance 3


3

HIST 328 Civil War Era 3HIST 333 African American History

to 18773


3

HIST 336 African American BlackWomen’s History

3


3

MUS 265 History of Jazz 3MUS 267 African American Music 3

POLI 328 African American Politics 3

American Indian Studies: Hrs.


3

EDU 305 Cultural/LinguisticDiversity

3

ENGL 242 Amer. Indian Literature 3


3


3


HIST 358 Twentieth CenturyAmerican Indian Issues

3

HIST 380 Pre-Columbian/ColonialMexico

3

Latino Studies: Hrs.


3

EDU 305 Cultural/LinguisticDiversity

3

ENGL 241 Intro. to Latino/a Literature 3

ENGL 304/INDS 304

Latina Literature andCultural Studies

3


3


3


3

HIST 380 Pre-Columbian andColonial Mexico

3


3


3

MUS 334 Music of Latin America 3

SPAN 215 Intermediate Spanish I 3SPAN 315 Intro. to Readings in

Hispanic Literature3

SPAN 313 Spanish Conversation 3SPAN 325 Survey of Spanish-

American Literature3

SPAN 425 Spanish-American Fiction 3

WOST 203 Chicana Writers/VisualArtists

3

Students would also be able to selectfrom Special Topics courses in anydiscipline with the permission of theiradvisor.

MUSICOffice: 1151 Mason Hall (716) 673-3151E-mail: [email protected] Boelter, DirectorPatricia J. Corron, Associate DirectorBarry M. Kilpatrick, Assistant Director

Curricular Area Chairpersons:

Music History/LiteratureJames A. Davis

Music TheoryPaul Murphy

Sound Recording TechnologyBernd Gottinger

Music BusinessHarry Jacobson

Music EducationW. Stephen Mayo

Music TherapyJoni Milgram-Luterman

Music CompositionDonald J. Bohlen

Applied StudiesPhyllis O. East, KeyboardKay H. Stonefelt, Percussion/HarpSusan Royal, WoodwindsHarry P. Jacobson, StringMarc J. Guy, BrassJulie Newell, Voice

The SUNY Fredonia School of Musicis internationally recognized for itsprograms at the undergraduate andgraduate professional level. It provides the foundation of outstandingmusicianship for all music majors andenriches the cultural life of the campus and community. Its mission is toprovide the resources and guidancenecessary to motivate students toseek excellence in their individualcareers in music education,performance, composition, musictheatre, music therapy and soundrecording. In an environment orientedto the individual, it endeavors tocreate musicians who will assumevigorous roles as leaders andparticipants in significant musicalexperiences. An audition is requiredfor admission to a Music program.Although accepted students areadmitted directly into a Music majorcurriculum, many first-year studentsare uncertain about the specific majorin Music they wish to pursue.Therefore, all first-year students haveessentially the same course work. Inthe first semester, all freshmen meetonce each week in Music FreshmanSeminar, a 1-credit hour course thatexplores the music program, presentsprofessional options after graduation,and introduces world music. Guestsinclude faculty, alumni, and other


professional musicians who talk abouttheir lives and jobs. During the secondsemester, after they have hadopportunities to attend generalorientation sessions, speak privatelyabout their musical aspirations withadvisors, have their abilities assessedby their teachers, and experience thedemands made of Music majors,freshman Music students must reviewthe declaration of a major.

The next section describes a CoreCurriculum of required studiescommon to every Music degreeprogram, followed by lists of thespecific requirements for each degreeprogram as accredited by the NationalAssociation of Schools of Music.

Core Curriculum: minimum of 35 credit hours**

MUS 001 Freshman Music Seminar 1

MUS 100 Recital Seminar 0MUS 120 Concert Attendance 0

MUS 021-050

Ensembles Var. Credit

MUS 105-106 *

Applied Music 4

(125-126* for Mus.B. Music Education andPerformance)

MUS 113 Voice Class 1MUS 117-118

Piano Class – waive forpiano majors

2

MUS 121-122

Aural Skills I & II 4

MUS 123-124

Music Theory I & II 4

MUS 131-132

Applied Musicianship I & II 2

MUS 221-222

Aural Skills III & IV 4

MUS 223-224

Music Theory III & IV 4

MUS 263 Music History in WesternCivilization I

3

MUS 264 Music History in WesternCivilization II

3

MUS XXX Music History CoreElective

3

*Note: A grade of “F” in any semester ofapplied music or a grade of “D” in twoconsecutive semesters of applied music will result in the removal of the student from the School of Music curriculum.

**Ensembles carry variable credit hours.Therefore, the total number of credit hourswill increase.

Bachelor of Arts Degree Programsin Music

Note: The program requires 75 credithours outside of Music.

General Requirements

Core Curriculum 35

MUS 200 Recital Seminar 0

MUS 205-206*

Applied Music 4

MUS 217-218

Piano Class (waive forPiano Majors)

2

MUS 300 Recital Seminar 0MUS 305-306*

Applied Music 4

One core ensemble for each semester of enrollment in applied music **

Var. Credit

45

A. For a Major in Music, Instrumental(49 credit hours):

General Requirements 45


MUS 405-406*

Applied Music 4

Graduation Recital 0

*see Note under Core Curriculum

B. For a Major in Music, Voice (51credit hours):


MUS 033 Opera ProductionPracticum

0

(one semester required participation duringthe freshman year)

MUS 137-140

Diction for Singers 2


Applied Music 4



Note: Voice students in the Music degreeprogram are strongly encouraged tocomplete the same language requirementas performance majors (see pages 63-64),thus utilizing foreign language offerings topartially complete the required 75 hoursoutside the major area.

Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Majorin Musical Theatre

For program description andrequirements, see page 65.

Bachelor of Science Degree with anemphasis in Sound RecordingTechnology

For program description,requirements, and SRT coursedescriptions, see pages 80 and 170.

Bachelor of Music Programs inMusic Education

For the Major in Music Education(Mus.B. degree, certification to teachmusic in the public schools):

The Music Education degree programprovides the means for students toacquire and demonstrate the requiredcompetencies for certification to teachmusic in the elementary andsecondary schools. The New YorkState Education Department alsorequires a standardized test of bothgeneral and professional knowledge(the Liberal Arts and SciencesTest-LAST, the Assessment ofTeaching Skills-WrittenTest—ATS—W), the Content Specialty Test (CST) in music, fingerprinting,practicum in a high needs school, anddesignated state workshops for allstudents recommended for teachingcertification in music.

General Requirements:

Core Curriculum 35


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 225-226*

Applied Music 4

MUS 231-232

Conducting I & II 4


MUS 325-326*

Applied Music 4

MUED 150 Introduction to PublicSchool Music

0

MUED 250-251

Foundations of MusicEduc. I & II

4

MUED 255-256

Practicum 0

(Note: One practicum must be in a highneeds school)MUED 291 Technology in Music I 2

MUED 300 Foundations of MusicEduc. III

3

MUED 355-356

Practicum 0

MUED 400 Professional Semester 14

Twelve ensemble participations **

Var. Credit


72


MUSIC 61

Each student must declare aGeneral/Choral or Instrumentalconcentration as designated by theMusic Education Handbook.

General/Choral Concentrationrequirements are:

For Non-Piano/Non-Voice Students:MUS 317-318, 417, MUED 203-204,210-211, 301, 302, 391-392. MusicEducation electives by advisement,including brass, woodwinds, string and percussion secondary instruments. Aminimum of six of the 12 ensembleparticipations must be in choralensembles.

For Keyboard Students: MUS415-416, MUED 203-204, 210-211,301, 302, 391-392. Music Educationelectives by advisement, includingbrass, woodwinds, string andpercussion secondary instruments. Aminimum of six of the 12 ensembleparticipations must be in choralensembles.

For Voice Students: MUS 033 (onesemester in Freshman year), MUS137-138, 139-140, 317-318, 417,MUED 210-211, 301, 302, 391-392.Music Education electives byadvisement, including brass,woodwinds, string and percussionsecondary instruments. A minimum ofsix of the 12 ensemble participationsmust be in choral ensembles.

Instrumental Concentrationrequirements are:

For Instrumental Applied Students:MUED 161-164, 171-175, 185-187,221-222, 260-264, 271-275, 285-287,301 or 302, 304-305, 393-394, asdesignated by the Music EducationHandbook. Successful completion ofcompetency examinations on specified secondary instruments. MusicEducation electives by advisement. Aminimum of two of the 12 ensembleparticipations must be in choralensembles, and one in smallensembles.

For Keyboard or Voice Students (thisoption only by permission of the AreaChair for Music Education): MUS315-316 (additional permissionrequired), MUED 161-164, 171-175,185-187, 221-222, 260-264, 271-275,285-287, 301 or 302, 304-305, and393-394. Successful completion ofcompetency examinations on specified secondary instruments. MusicEducation electives by advisement.

A minimum of four of the 12 ensembleparticipations must be in instrumentalensembles and two in choralensembles. A minimum of twosemesters Secondary Applied (MUS315/316) or other approved privatestudy on an orchestral instrument(woodwind, brass, string, orpercussion).

Students who can demonstrate thecompetencies and any additionalrequirements associated with anycourse will be excused from taking thecourse. However, since there is noupper limit in skill development, it isrecommended that students use thetime thus saved to complete a likeamount of advanced course work from the area(s) in question. Students areencouraged to elect as muchadditional course work as possible intheir concentration, in musiceducation, or in performance, theory,history and literature in consultationwith their academic advisor and/or theChair for Music Education.

Students must complete at least 120total credit hours of course work inorder to meet the minimum universityrequirements for the awarding of adegree.

Professional Standing is therecognition that students havesuccessfully completed allrequirements to enter junior levelMusic Education course work. At theend of sophomore year, each studentwill submit a formal application forProfessional Standing and mustdemonstrate the following:

1. 2.75 overall GPA (no MUED classwith a grade lower than C)

2. Music Theory completed (MUS 222and 224) with no grade lower than aC-

3. MUED 150, 250 and 251 completed

4. Two practica completed

5. Secondary InstrumentCompetencies: vocal (MUS 317,MUED 204); instrumental (four playing classes, four proficiencies, MUS 113,MUS 218)

6. MUS 231 and 232

Any student not meeting all standardswill be denied acceptance intoProfessional Standing and will not beadmitted into junior level MusicEducation course work. Music

Education courses may be retakenonly once.

Foreign Language Requirement

Candidates in all education programsare required to demonstratecompetence in a foreign language.This requirement must be satisfied inany one of the following four ways: (1)completion of course work at the 116level at SUNY Fredonia, (2)transferring of two successful collegesemesters, (3) scoring at the 50thpercentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passing Regents score (65 or higher).

Student Teaching

(Student teaching and assortedspecial seminar classes heldirregularly during student teaching.)The student must have:

1. An overall 2.75 GPA;

2. An average of 2.5 in all MUEDrequired courses and no less than agrade of C in any single MUEDcourse;

3. A 2.0 average in MUS requiredcourses, with no grade less than D+

4. Satisfactorily completed all statedprerequisite competencies forperformance, musicianship, and music education (most competencies mustbe completed prior to student teaching either through course completion orspecial examination, except as notedin the Music Education Handbook.Some will be determined duringstudent teaching).

5. The recommendation of the MusicEducation professional staff, based oncontact with the student in theFoundations in Music Educationsequence of courses and the MethodsCourse sequence (viz., MUED 150,250, 251, 300, 301, 302, 304, 305,391, 392, 393, 394). Criteria are (1)dispositions toward teaching musicincluding realism and accuracy inunderstanding the profession; (2)commitment, responsibility, anddedication to professional growth (i.e.“professionalism”); (3) ability tofunction under pressure, personalstability; (4) communication withprofessor(s) and peers, suitability ofsocial adjustment and relations.

6. Completed and submitted studentteaching application, personal data


forms, and portfolio by the announceddue dates.

Other Activities during theProfessional Semester

Because of the time involved and theimportance of student teaching in thepreparation of a teacher:

1. Students may not participate in anyuniversity courses or formal (School of Music sponsored) extracurricularactivities during the professionalsemester;

2. Students may not perform recitals,opera roles, concerto or ensemblesduring the professional semester;

3. Students are urged to avoid otherregular obligations, such as jobs,during the professional semester;student teachers often must stay afterschool for rehearsals and returnevenings for rehearsals and concerts.

Bachelor of Music Program inComposition

The major in Composition requires 95credit hours in music, including thefollowing:

Core Curriculum 35

MUS 100-400

Recital Seminar(Composition)

0

MUS 200-300

Recital Seminar(Performance)

0

MUS 127-128*

Applied Music (Comp.) 2

MUS 225-226*


MUS 325-326*


MUS 425-426*


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 205-206*

Applied Music(Performance)

4

MUS 231-232

Conducting I & II 4

MUS 237-238

Comp. Seminar 6

MUS 305-306*

Applied Music(Performance)

4

MUS 337-338

Comp. Seminar 6

MUS 437-438

Comp. Seminar 6

One course by advisement to beselected from the following three:

2

MUS 361 Jazz Improv.

MUS 404 Choral ArrangingMUED 291 Technology in Music I

MUS 401 Orchestration 3

MUS 403 Twentieth CenturyCounterpoint

3

MUS 440 Comp. in ElectronicMedia I

or 3MUS 441 Comp. in Electronic Media

II

or equivalent electronic media courses

MUS 491 Senior Project inComposition

3

One ensemble for each semester ofenrollment, including at least two vocalensembles.

Four participations in contemporaryperformance ensembles (ensembles carryvariable credit)

Senior composition recital

Completion of twentieth century repertoireexamination.


Note: Composition students shouldconsult the Composition ProgramChair for a list of recommendedelectives and College Core Curriculum courses which complement theirprogram curriculum.

Bachelor of Music Programs inPerformance

General Requirements:

Core Curriculum 35


MUS 245-246*

Applied Music 8


Applied Music 8

MUS 347-348

Applied Music Recitation 2


Applied Music 8

MUS 447-448

Applied Music Recitation 2

Junior and Senior Recitals 0

MUED 291 Technology in Music I 2

65

* see Note under Core Curriculum

For a Major in Performance,Percussion (71 credit hours)


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 355-356

Performance Practicum 0

Music theory elective 3Music history elective 3

Fourteen participations in ensembles(ensembles carry variable credit)

For a Major in Performance, PianoPedagogy (77 credit hours)


Piano literature and pedagogy 5MUED 250 Foundations of Music

Education I3

MUS 470 Suzuki and Pace Methods 4

Fourteen participations in ensembles,including four in chamber ensembles(ensembles carry variable credit)

MUS 415-416

Piano Class 2

For a Major in Performance, Piano (70 credit hours)


Piano literature and pedagogy 5


MUS 415-416

Piano Class 2

For a Major in Performance, StringedInstruments (71 credit hours)


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 355-356


String literature and chamber musicliterature

or 6Music theory and literature/historyelective


For a Major in Performance, Voice (81credit hours)


MUS 137-140


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUSIC 63

MUS 317-318

Piano Class 2

MUS 344 Vocal Pedagogy 3

MUS 349 Vocal PedagogyPracticum

1

MUS 417-418

Piano Class 2

(or successful completion of one semesterof accompanying work under thesupervision of the MUS 418 Class Pianoteacher)Music theory elective 3

Music history or literature elective 3

Fourteen participations in ensemblesincluding four in Opera ProductionPracticum* A minimum of two semesters ofGerman language and a minimum of twosemesters of one of the Romancelanguages (French, Italian or Spanish).Ensembles carry variable credit.

*All voice performance majors are requiredto have earned a minimum of foursemesters Practicum credit by the time they graduate. The required freshman yearparticipation in Practicum may count as one of the required semesters.

The Opera Production-Practicum may beearned in one of two ways:

1. By working on a set, costume, lighting, or running crew for one School of Music stageproduction during the semester that wouldrequire two to three evenings attendance aweek for a period of approximately fiveweeks.

2. By performing a leading or secondaryrole or singing in the chorus of a universitymusical stage production during thesemester.

For a Major in Performance, WindInstruments (71 credit hours)


MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 355-356


Music theory elective 3Music history elective 3


Bachelor of Science Program inMusic Therapy

The program is approved by theAmerican Music Therapy Associationand the National Association ofSchools of Music, and is designed toprovide academic, clinical, andprofessional preparation necessary for

entry-level music therapists. Studentsearn the Bachelor of Science in MusicTherapy degree by completing anintense four-year program plus aclinical internship of at least sixmonths. Upon completion of all degree requirements, students are eligible forprofessional membership in theAmerican Music Therapy Association(AMTA), to sit for the CertificationBoard for Music Therapists (CBMT),and to become a Board CertifiedMusic Therapist (MT-BC). All musictherapy students are advised to minorin psychology.

Music Therapy majors must achieve aminimum grade of B- in all coursesdesignated with the prefix MUTY.

Core Curriculum 35

MUS 019 Harp Class 1

MUS 042 African Drumming 0MUS 119 Free Improv. 1


Applied Music 4

MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 231 Conducting I 2MUS 317-318

Piano Class 2

MUS 417-418

Piano Class 2

Successful Completion of PianoProficiency Examination

0

One course in arranging/composition,selected from:

2-3

MUS 237-238

Composition Seminar

MUS 361 Jazz Improvisation

MUS 401 Orchestration

MUED 291 Technology in Music IMUS 404 Choral Arranging

MUS 440 Composition in ElectronicMedia I

Eight ensemble participations (ensemblescarry variable credit)

MUS 033 Opera ProductionPracticum

0

(for applied voice majors only: onesemester required participation during thefreshman year)

* See Note under Core Curriculum

MUED 210-211

Guitar Class 2

MUED 310-311

Guitar Class 2

MUTY 115 Introduction to MusicTherapy

2

MUTY 270 Social Instruments 2

MUTY 300 Orientation to ClinicalPracticum

1

MUTY 301 Seminar in Music Therapy 6

(1 credit hour each for six semesters)

MUTY 302 Practicum in MusicTherapy

0

MUTY 345 Foundations of MusicTherapy

3

MUTY 401 Principles and Practice ofMusic Therapy

3

MUTY 414 Psychology of Music 3

MUTY 415 Methods and Materials inMusic Therapy

3

MUTY 422 Psychological Research in Music

3

MUTY 450 Internship in MusicTherapy

0

BIOL 121 Human Anatomy 3


3

EDU 250 Intro. to the ExceptionalLearner

3

PSY 129 Intro. to Psychology 3

PSY 246 Personality 3

PSY 356 Abnormal Psychology 3PSY 447 Intro. to Counseling 3

Related ProgramsConcentration in Jazz Studies:16 credit hours

The program is designed for studentsto pursue jazz through performance,historical context, and theoreticalbackground. Developing skills ininstrumental or vocal performance aswell as the knowledge base forunderstanding this important musicalmedium is reflected in the requiredcourse work. Course work andensemble participation beyond theminimum requirements is possible and encouraged.

The concentration in Jazz Studies isavailable to all music majors as aconcentration within their major(Performance, Music Education, Music Therapy, Sound RecordingTechnology, or B.A. Music). It shouldbe noted that the concentration in Jazz Studies is in addition to, and does notsupersede nor replace, requirementsfor the student’s declared major. Also,Music Education majors wishing tocomplete a concentration in JazzStudies will do so in addition to theirconcentration in either Vocal/Generalor Instrumental music education.

Required Course Work forConcentration in Jazz Studies

6 credit hours in Music History peradvisement (i.e., African AmericanMusic, History of Jazz, AmericanMusic). Three (3) of the 6 credit hours


can also serve as Music History credits within the student’s major.

4 credit hours in Music Theory peradvisement (i.e., Aural Skills IV andMusic Theory IV). These 4 hours canalso serve as music theory creditswithin the student’s major.

2 credit hours in Jazz Theory

2 credit hours in Jazz Pedagogy

2 credit hours in Jazz Improvisation

2 semesters participation in Jazz Combo (variable credit hours)

2 semesters participation in Jazz Ensemble (variable credit hours)

Requirements for the Minor inMusicThirty (30) credit hours: MUS 121-122, 123-124 (or 101-102), 263, 264; foursemesters of MUS 104; fourparticipations in ensembles; and 12credit hours of music electives intheory, history, literature or musiceducation, at least 6 of which must befrom upper division courses (300-400level).

Music Concentration of the Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education (32hours)

MUS 121-122

Aural Skills 4

MUS 123-124

Music Theory 4

choose any four Music History courses 12

MUED 315 Music, Play and Self 3

MUS 450-451

Directed Studies 4

choose any three Piano Class courses (beginning with MUS 118)

3

choose either Guitar Classes (MUED210-211) or Social Instruments (MUTY 270)

2

Requirements for the Minor in JazzThis program is for non-music majors:30-32 credit hours

MUS 104 Applied Music ClassNon-Music Majors (foursemesters)

4

MUS 117-118

Piano Class, Elementary 2

MUS 121-122


MUS 123-124


MUS 131-132


MUS 264 Topics in Music Historyor 3


MUS 265 History of Jazz 3

MUS 361 Jazz Improvisation 2

MUS 021-050

(four ensembles) Var. Credit

Music Electives 6-8 hours

Total: 30-32 hours

COURSES FOR NON-MUSICMAJORS

The following courses have beendesigned especially for students whoare not music majors. The School ofMusic will admit non-major students tocertain music courses for which theyhave the interest and ability and forwhich they have met the courseprerequisites. Exceptions to this policyare in studio classes (privateinstruction), where non-major students must audition and are then assignedon a space-available basis, and inMUS 121-124, where permission must be obtained from the School of Music.

MUS 104 Applied Music Class forNon-Majors


MUS 262 American Music

MUS 265 History of JazzMUS 267 African American Music

MUS 269 Music CriticismMUS 333 Musics of the World

MUS 334 Latin American Music

MUED 315 Music, Play, and Self

Non-music majors are encouraged toperform in the All-College Band and/or the University Chorus (MUS 021, 025), for which no audition is required.Non-major students may also auditionto perform in all other School of Musicensembles (MUS 022-050).

Approved Music Theory Electives forMajors

MUS 237-238

Composition Seminar

MUS 403 Twentieth CenturyCounterpoint

MUS 337-338

Composition Seminar

MUS 354 Form and Analysis

MUS 361 Jazz ImprovisationMUS 372-379

Special Topics in Music

MUS 401 Orchestration

MUS 404 Choral ArrangingMUS 437, 438, 439

Composition Seminar

MUS 440-441

Composition in ElectronicMedia I & II

Approved Music History Electives forMajors

MUS 262 American Music

MUS 265 History of Jazz

MUS 267 African American MusicMUS 333 Musics of the World

MUS 334 Music of Latin America

MUS 350 Special Topics in MusicMUS 351 Independent Study in

Music History

MUS 381 Survey of Song Literature

MUS 383 French SongMUS 387 German Song

MUS 408 History and Literature ofthe Wind Band

MUS 409 History and Literature ofthe Guitar

MUS 420 Piano Literature

MUS 424 History of OperaMUS 433 Romanticism and Music

MUS 453 Baroque Period in Music

MUS 454 Classical Period in MusicMUS 455 Romantic Period in Music

MUS 456 Modern Period in Music

Music [email protected]

For description of this interdisciplinaryprogram, students should see page 67.

Graduate programs are available inthe School of Music; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

MUSICAL THEATREDepartment of Theatre and DanceOffice: 212 Rockefeller Arts Center(716) 673-3596E-mail: [email protected] E. Rees, Chairperson

School of MusicOffice: 1151 Mason Hall(716) 673-3151E-mail: [email protected] Boelter, Director

The Department of Theatre and Dance and School of Music jointly offer studyleading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts inMusical Theatre degree. The programis limited to those students whodemonstrate excellence in acting,dance and singing and who are firmlycommitted to professional careers inmusical theatre performance.

The Musical Theatre degree isaccredited by the National Association

MUSICAL THEATRE 65

of the Schools of Music and theNational Association of Schools ofTheatre.

Admission to the Bachelor of FineArts in Musical Theatre Program

Candidates must be acceptedacademically by the Office ofAdmissions prior to auditioning.Students must audition during the year prior to entering Fredonia atdesignated audition dates. Theauditions consist of acting, dance andsinging. Audition information andapplication forms are available fromthe Department of Theatre and Dance, or on the theatre and dance website at www.fredonia.edu.

Transfer students should audition forthe Musical Theatre degree thesemester before transferring. TheB.F.A. requires four years in thedegree program for completion.

Additional Requirements:

In addition to the specific andindividual courses, periodic reviews ofachievement are conducted for allcandidates with the purpose ofdetermining advancement or retention. The Musical Theatre program requires a vocal and acting jury at theconclusion of each semester. Dancejuries are held at the end of the firstyear and each succeeding semester. A Vocal/Acting/Dance jury isconducted at the conclusion of thefourth semester to determinecontinuance in the program. A publicsenior recital is presented in the fourthyear. The recital includes performance in acting, dancing and singing, andmust be 25 minutes in length.Students on academic probation willnot be permitted to participate in public performances.

Students select a specific track(Theatre, Dance or Music) uponentering the program.

Musical Theatre majors are required to complete Theatre Practice obligationsevery semester, which are practicalextensions of the classroom. TheatrePractice credits do not count towardthe total number of credits required inthe B.F.A. major. Musical Theatremajors must successfully complete aminimum of 30 upper level credithours.

Degree Requirements:

Theatre Track

THEA 100 Theatre Majors Seminar 1

THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 121 Intro. to Technical Theatre 3THEA 131 Acting Studio:

Improvisation3

THEA 132 Acting Studio: CharacterStudy

3

THEA 140 Stage Dialects 3

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 220 Makeup 1THEA 231-232

Acting Studio: SceneStudy I & II

6

THEA 242-243

Acting Studio: Introductionto Voice and Movement I& II

6

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 333 Acting Studio: AuditionTechniques

3

THEA 353 History of Musical Theatre 3THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 432 Acting Studio: MusicalTheatre Styles

3

THEA 433 Acting Studio:Shakespeare

3

DANC 111 Modern Technique I 2

DANC 112 Ballet I 2

DANC 113 Jazz Dance I 2DANC 114 Tap Dance I 2

DANC XXX Elective 2DANC 211 Modern Technique II 2

DANC 264 Choreography I 3

DANC 321 Dance for Musical Theatre 2MUS 100 Recital Seminar 0

MUS 101-102

Beginning Music Theory I& II

6

MUS 117-118

Piano Class 2

MUS 125-126

Applied Voice 4

MUS 131 Applied Musicianship I 1

MUS 137-140



MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 235-236

Musical Theatre Voice 6


MUS 335-336



MUS 435-436


*Cannot be applied to the B.F.A. degree.


Dance Track


THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice* 2


Improvisation3


3

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 220 Makeup 1

THEA 231-232


6

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice* 2


3

THEA 353 History of Musical Theatre 3THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 432 Acting Studio: MusicalTheatre Styles

3

DANC 110 Dance Productions (foursemesters)

4


DANC 112 Ballet I 2DANC 113 Jazz Dance I 2

DANC 114 Tap Dance I 2

DANC 211 Modern Technique II 2DANC 212 Ballet II 2

DANC 213 Jazz Dance II 2DANC 214 Tap Dance II 2

DANC 311 Modern Technique III 2

DANC 312 Ballet III 2DANC 321 Dance for Musical Theatre 2

DANC 264-364

Choreography I & II 6

MUS 100 Recital Seminar 0MUS 117-118

Piano Class 2

MUS 101-102

Beginning Music Theory I& II

6

MUS 125-126

Applied Voice 4

MUS 131 Applied Musicianship 1

MUS 137-140



MUS 217-218

Piano Class 2

MUS 235-236



MUS 335-336




MUS 042 African DrummingEnsemble

Var. Credit




Music Track


MUS 019-020

ChoralEnsembles (four)

Var. Credit

MUS 019-020

Lyric Theatre Workshopand Practicum (four)

0


MUS 117-118

Piano Class 2

MUS 121-122


MUS 123-124


MUS 125-126

Applied Voice 4

MUS 131-132


MUS 137-140



Piano Class 2

MUS 221-222


MUS 223-224


MUS 235-236



Piano Class 2

MUS 335-336




THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice* 2


Improvisation3

THEA 132 Acting Studio: Character 3THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice* 2

THEA 220 Makeup 1

THEA 231-232


6

THEA 242-243

Acting Studio: Introductionto Voice and Movement

6

THEA 301-203

Theatre Practice* 2


3

THEA 353 History of Musical Theatre 3

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice* 2

DANC 105 Folk Dance 1


DANC 114 Tap Dance I 2DANC 211 Modern Technique II 2

DANC 321 Dance for Musical Theatre 2

DANC XXX Elective 2


MUSIC BUSINESS(Interdisciplinary Studies major only)Office: 1145 Mason Hall(716) 673-3248E-mail: [email protected] P. Jacobson, Coordinator

Office: W305 Thompson Hall(716) [email protected] Brindisi, Advisor

The Music Business curriculum serves students interested in a wide range ofeducational objectives and vocationalfields through an interdisciplinaryprogram emphasizing a balance ofmusic, business, and relative electivesubjects.

This is an interdisciplinary majorprogram; for specific degreerequirements unique to Interdisciplinary Studies, refer to page 46.

The Music Business curriculumrequires a minimum of 67 hours ofinterdisciplinary course work. Allmajors are required to take theBusiness Core, one of the two tracksin the Music Core, and aconcentration.

Within the Music Core Tracks:

Students choosing the Music Trackmust pass an audition in the School ofMusic. Business Track majors shouldhave a performance medium andbackground in music sufficient forsuccess in the core curriculum.

It is highly recommended that majorsinclude an internship for credit withinthe concentration.

Requirements leading to theBachelor of Science Degree inInterdisciplinary Studies – MusicBusiness

I. Music Core (19 credit hours):*

Music Track: (audition required)

MUS 021-050

Ensemble (two semesters)

Var. Credit

MUS 100 Recital Seminar (takenconcurrently with MUS105, 106)

0

MUS 105-106

Applied Music (twosemesters)

4

MUS 115 Music Appreciationor 3

MUS 264 Topics in Music History

MUS 117-118

Piano Class I & II 2

MUS 121-122

Aural Theory I & II 4

MUS 123-124

Written Theory I & II 4

MUS 131-132

Applied Musicianship 2

*Ensembles carry variable credit.Therefore, the total credit hours willincrease.

Business Track:

MUS 021-050

Ensemble (two semesters)

Var. Credit

MUS 104 Applied Music Class (foursemesters)

4

MUS 115 Music Appreciation 3

MUS 101-102

Beginning Music Theory 6

MUSIC BUSINESS 67

Two courses chosen from: 6

MUS 270 History of Amer. PopularMusic

MUS 333 Music of the WorldMUS 265 History of Jazz

MUS 269 Music Criticism

II. Business Core (39 credit hours):


3

ECON 200 Statisticsor 3



3


3


3


3


3


3


3


MUS 380 The Business of Music 3MUS 385 Music Contracts 3

MUS 285 Music Copyright 3

III. Area of Concentration (9 credithours):

Students in Music Business mustcomplete a minimum of 9 credit hoursin one of two concentrations:

Communications/Public Relations (select 9 credit hours from below)COMM 102 Mass Media and Society 3

COMM 110 Desktop Presentation 1

COMM 111 Web Design 1COMM 112 Desktop Video 1

COMM 114 Electronic Darkroom 1COMM 115 Advanced Electronic

Darkroom1

COMM 116 Desktop Publishing 1

COMM 118 Desktop Audio 1COMM 222 Principles of Public

Relations*3

BUAD 235/COMM 235

Introduction to BusinessCommunication

3

JOUR 270 Issues in Journalism 3MUS 476 Audio and Desktop Media

or 3MUS 485 Multimedia for Musicians

Or

Merchandising/Promoting (select 9 credithours from below)

BUAD 340 Marketing Research*** 3

BUAD 342 Consumer Behavior** 3BUAD 445 Integrated Marketing

Communication3

BUAD 446 Sales Management** 3

MUS 476 Audio and DesktopMultimedia

or 3MUS 485 Multimedia for Musicians

*Prerequisite COMM 101

** Prerequisite: BUAD 328

***prerequisites BUAD 328 and BUAD 300

PHILOSOPHYOffice: 2111 Fenton Hall(716) 673-3495E-mail: [email protected] Angelo Belliotti, Chairperson

Philosophy is the study of the mostbasic questions one can ask aboutreality, human existence, knowledge,value, and meaning. It develops theskills of careful inquiry and logicalthinking, which are the hallmarks ofsuccessful people in all walks of life.The philosophy department offers amajor, a minor, and a series ofcourses designed to complementstudent majors in other fields, as wellas courses of general interest to allstudents.

Numerous philosophy courses aredesigned to complement studentmajors in other fields includingbusiness, economics, computerscience, art, film, music, theatre,criminal justice, legal studies, and thenatural and social sciences. Thephilosophy department hasadvisement material available forstudents who wish to pursue aninterest in philosophy in conjunctionwith these majors and minors.

Graduates with a degree in Philosophy typically go on to careers in areassuch as law, business, public service,teaching and creative writing.

The Fredonia Philosophical Society isa student initiated club organized forthe purpose of holding extra-curriculardiscussions of a wide range ofphilosophical topics. The FredoniaPhilosophical Society and thephilosophy department co-sponsorexternal speakers of general interest.All meetings are open to the entirecampus and the public.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Philosophy

Thirty credit hours in philosophy, atleast 18 credit hours of which are incourses numbered 300 or above.

1. Students are required to take a logic course:

PHIL 116 Intro. to Deductive Logic

or 3

PHIL 301 Intermediate DeductiveLogic

2. and a history of philosophy course:

PHIL 222 The Greek Way

or

PHIL 224 Medieval Thoughtor

PHIL 226 The Age of Reason and Its Legacy

3

orPHIL 432 The Age of Analysis

and

3. PHIL 477 Capstone Seminar 3

A Model Program would include:

PHIL 115 Philosophical Inquiry 3

PHIL 218 Intro. to Ethicsor 3

PHIL 265 Social and PoliticalThought

PHIL 345 The Meaning of Life

or 3

PHIL 441 Philosophy of Languageand Semantics

PHIL 430 Philosophy of Mind

or

PHIL 351 Metaphysics 3or

PHIL 353 Theory of KnowledgePlus related philosophy courses 9

30

Seniors are strongly urged to take anadditional seminar:

PHIL 446-449

Selected Problems inPhilosophy

orPHIL 460-469

Major Philosophers

Students should consult the departmentfor current offerings in the above areas.All waivers of requirements must beapproved by the chairperson.

Requirements for the Minor inPhilosophyEighteen credit hours in philosophywith at least 9 credit hours in coursesnumbered 300 or above, as advised.

The philosophy departmentparticipates in the CooperativeEngineering and Women’s Studiesprograms. Refer to descriptions ofthese programs on pages 34 and 92,respectively.


Philosophy Departmental Honors

Philosophy department honors will beearned by those graduating majorswho fulfill the following: (1) an overallGPA of at least 3.3; (2) a GPA inphilosophy courses of at least 3.50; (3) completion of at least two 400-levelcourses with grades of “A-“ or higher(exclusive of credit earned as ateaching assistant).

Philosophy department high honorswill be earned by those graduatingmajors who fulfill the following: (1) anoverall GPA of at least 3.3; (2) a GPAin philosophy courses of at least 3.70;(3) completion of at least two 400-level courses with grades of “A” (exclusiveof credit earned as a teachingassistant); (4) completion of a 3-credithour, independent study thesis, PHIL485, with a grade of “A-“or higher.

PHYSICSOffice: 121 Houghton Hall(716) 673-3301E-mail: [email protected] Grady, Chairperson

The discipline of physics is basic amongthe sciences and focuses on the study ofnatural phenomena. In the process, thestudent is provided with a broad-basedliberal education. The Department ofPhysics offers a major with severaldifferent concentrations including pre-lawand pre-med in addition to moretraditional programs, a minor, a majorthrough the 3-2 Cooperative Engineeringprogram, an initial certification to teachphysics in secondary school,interdisciplinary majors in Geophysicsand Mathematics-Physics (with theGeosciences and Mathematical Sciences departments, respectively), a major inIndustrial Management, and courses tocomplement majors in other areas.

Student Honors and Awards

Student honors and awards presentedby the Department of Physics includethe Hack Arroe Memorial ScholarshipAward, the John J. Connelly PhysicsScholarship Incentive Award, the John J. Connelly Physics Peer RecognitionAward, and the Physics DepartmentScholarship Award. Students shouldcontact the Department of Physicschairperson for additional details onthese awards. Specific awards forCooperative Engineering students arealso available (see page 35).

The requirements for a B.S. in Physics include the core courses listed belowand one of the Tracks I-IV. For a B.S.in Physics Adolescence Education,students must complete the corecourses and Track VII.

Physics Core: Hrs.

PHYS 230-231


10

PHYS 234 Modern Physics 4

PHYS 330 Thermodynamics 3PHYS 400 Undergraduate Seminar 1

PHYS 425 Mathematical Physics I 3PHYS 431 Intro. to Quantum

Mechanics3

24

and supporting math\CSIT courses:

MATH 122-123-223


12

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3CSIT 106or 121

Computer Science I 3

18

Track I – Theoretical EmphasisPHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics 3PHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism 3


Plus 6 additional credit hours ofphysics from 321-479, 490

6

15

Plus 12 additional credit hours of science,mathematics, computer science,engineering, or education. Recommendedcourses include MATH 231 and CHEM115-116 (with 125-126).

Track II – Experimental EmphasisPHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism 3PHYS 340/341

Optics & Lab 4


PHYS 450 Advanced Labor 1

Experimental Physics Project(independent study or tutorial)Plus 4 additional credit hours ofphysics from 321-479, 490

4

15

Plus 12 additional credit hours of science,mathematics, computer science,engineering, or education. CHEM 115-116(with 125-126) is strongly recommended.STAT 250 or 350 and MATH 231 arerecommended.

Track III – Computational EmphasisPHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics 3

PHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism 3

PHYS 426 Mathematical Physics II 3Computational Physics Project(independent study or tutorial)

1

Plus 4 additional credit hours ofphysics from 321-479, 490

4

14

Plus the following courses:

MATH 231 Linear Algebra 4

MATH 325 Numerical Analysis 3CSIT 221 Computer Science II 3

10

STAT 350 is recommended

Track IV – Physics with CooperativeEngineeringPHYS 321 Engineering Mechanics I 4


PHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics or 3

PHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism

PHYS 323 Circuit Analysis Ior

PHYS 325/327

Digital Logic & Lab

or 3-4

PHYS 326/328

Electronics & Lab

13-14

Plus 12 additional credit hours of science,mathematics, computer science,engineering, or education, including CSIT106 or 121 and at least one additionalcourse from PHYS 322 through 328 and340/341 as advised. Students interested inelectrical engineering should take PHYS323 and 324 while students interested innon-electrical engineering should takePHYS 322. CHEM 115-116 (w/125-126) isstrongly recommended and required bymost engineering schools.

Note: affiliated engineering institutions(page 34) may have additionalrequirements for courses and/or grades.

Track V – Physics with Pre-lawThis track is excellent preparation forthe expanding field of patent andintellectual property law, whichrequires substantial technical andmathematical knowledge in order to sit for the required licensing exam.

PHYS 340-341

Optics & Lab 4

Plus 9 additional credit hours ofphysics from 321-479

9

13


STAT 250or 350

Statistics 3

POLI 276 Law and Society 3


or 3BUAD 310 Legal Environment of

Business

PHIL 106 Critical Thinkingor 3

PHIL 116 Intro. to Deductive Logic

PHYSICS 69

PHIL 218 Intro. to Ethics

or 3

PHIL 310 Business Ethics

15


and

CHEM 115-116 (w/125-126) arerecommended.

In fulfilling College Core Curriculumrequirements, students are advised to takeECON 201 or 202 and PSY 129.

Track VI – Physics withPre-med/Biophysics

Physics majors are highly sought bymedical schools, becausemathematical and problem-solvingabilities stressed in physics are morethan ever needed in today’s medicalfields. Due to their relative rarity,physics majors stand out in theapplicant pool. Sufficient time isallotted to take the biology andchemistry courses required by mostmedical schools and needed toprepare for the MCAT exam. Thisprogram may also be followed bystudents preparing for graduate school in biophysics or related fields.

PHYS 340-341

Optics & Lab

or 4PHYS 325-327

Electronics & Lab

CHEM 215-216and 225-226

Organic Chemistry & Labs 8

12


CHEM 115-116 & 125-126

General Chemistry & Labs 8

BIOL 131-132


4

BIOL 133-134


4

BIOL 237-238

Genetics & Lab 4

BIOL 336-337


4

24

In fulfilling College Core Curriculumrequirements, students are advised to takean English course in addition to ENGL 100,and also PSY 129. If time permits, BIOL333 Biochemistry and BIOL 338Microbiology are also recommended.

Track VII – Physics Adolescence(Secondary) EducationPHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics

or 3

PHYS 333 Electricity and MagnetismPHYS 340-341

Optics & Lab 4

Plus six additional credit hours ofphysics from 311, 321-479, 490

6

13


CHEM 115-116 and 125-126

General Chemistry & Labs 8

SCED 105/106

Nature of Science andScience Education

3


Intro. to ExceptionalLearner

3

SCED 276 Literacy and Technologyfor Science andMathematics

3

SCED 303 Assessment forInquiry-Based Science

3

SCED 305/313


3


SCED 419 Adolescence ScienceMethods

3


1


1


1

EDU 430 Student Teaching in theSecondary School

15

50

Students should refer to theAdolescence Education section in theCollege of Education program for adescription of the Educationrequirements.

The procedure to be followed foradmission to the professionalsequence of courses is described onpage 32. Students in all educationprograms are required to demonstratecompetence in a foreign language.This requirement may be satisfied inany one of the following four ways: (1)completion of course work at the 116level at Fredonia, or (2) transferring oftwo successful college semesters of aforeign language, or (3) scoring at the50th percentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passing Regents score (passing = 65). TheCollege Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral.

Note: Tracks I-VI will result in aBachelor of Science degree inPhysics, Track VII a Bachelor ofScience degree in PhysicsAdolescence Education. A 2.0 GPA inthe set of all physics courses used tosatisfy the major plus the four required math courses is required forgraduation. Physics AdolescenceEducation must satisfy additionalgrade and portfolio requirements forgraduation. Interested students should contact the chair of the physicsdepartment for current requirements.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Geophysics

Students interested in this joint majorshould contact the chairperson of thedepartment of Physics orGeosciences.

Core Program (23 to 24 credit hours in geosciences; 19 to 21 credit hours inphysics; 26 credit hours in relateddisciplines).

GEO 165 Geology I 3


1

GEO 215 Minerals and Rocks 4

GEO 335 Geophysics 4

GEO 370 Structural Geology 4GEO 459 Seminar in Geosciences

or 1

PHYS 400 Undergraduate SeminarGEO 461 Field Geology 3

GEO XXX Geology elective 4

PHYS 230-231


10

One course (3-4 hours) from:

PHYS 321 Engineering Mechanics I 4

orPHYS 330 Thermodynamics 4

or

PHYS 331 Theoretical Mechanics 3or

PHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism 3

PHYS XXX Electives from PHYS 321through PHYS 479

6

MATH 122-123-223


12

MATH 224 Differential Equations 3

CSIT XXX Any course (preferablyCSIT 104 Introduction toMicrocomputer Software)

3

CHEM 115-116


8

GEO 330 Geomorphology is stronglyrecommended.


Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree inMathematics-Physics

Core Program (32 credit hours inmathematics/computer science; 29credit hours in physics; 9 credit hoursin supporting courses).

CSIT 106 Scientific Programmingusing C/C++

or 3

CSIT 121 Computer Science I

Plus 29 hours in mathematics including:MATH 122-123-223

University Calculus I, II &III

12

MATH 210 Discrete Mathematics 4


Plus two courses at the 300 level orhigher: MATH 323 and MATH 420, orMATH 323 and PHYS 425, or PHYS425 and PHYS 426.

6

32

PHYS 230-231


10

PHYS 234 Modern Physics 4

PHYS 431 Intro. to QuantumMechanics

3

One course (3 credit hours) from: 3

PHYS 330 Thermodynamics

PHYS 331 Theoretical MechanicsPHYS 333 Electricity and Magnetism

Plus 9 additional credit hours fromPHYS 321 through 479, 490

9

29

Plus 9 credit hours of supporting courses as advised

Note: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0required in above courses for graduation.

Requirements for the Minor inPhysicsA minimum of 23 credit hours inphysics, including PHYS 230, 231,232, 233, and 234 and 9 additionalcredit hours in physics coursesnumbered 311, 321 through 479, 490as advised by a physics departmentfaculty member and approved by thedepartment. Additionally, 15 credithours in mathematics - MATH 122,123, 223 and 224 are required.

Note: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0required in above courses forgraduation.

The Department of Physicsparticipates in the CooperativeEngineering program (see page 34)and administers the degree program in Industrial Management (see page 46).

POLITICAL SCIENCEOffice: E368 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3207E-mail: [email protected] Jankowski, Chairperson

Political science is a liberal artsdiscipline designed to preparestudents as informed citizens andleaders in contemporary society. Amajor in Political Science must take aminimum of 33 credit hours within thediscipline. These credit hours aredivided into required core courses,upper-division courses selected fromdifferent subject areas, and thecapstone seminar. In addition, there isan optional concentration that entails 6 credit hours.

Fredonia graduates hold responsiblepositions in businesses andcorporations as well as in federal,state, and local governments.Following completion of university,some of our students continue theirstudies in graduate or law school. Thelatter become attorneys in the publicand private sectors. The departmenthas regular advisory meetings oncareers for its majors and sponsors avariety of internships. Each year thedepartment selects students to spenda semester in Washington, D.C.Selectees may be either majors ornon-majors, but must be juniors orseniors at the time they go toWashington. Fifteen credit hours aregranted for participation in theprogram.

Similar in structure to the WashingtonSemester Program but with residencein Albany, the Albany SemesterProgram provides an internship with astate agency or the New York StateLegislature. It earns 15 credit hours.

The Department of Political Sciencealso offers a number of internships inlocal government and local law-related agencies.

Awards

The department is a member of PiSigma Alpha, the national PoliticalScience Honor Society. Outstandingundergraduates majoring in PoliticalScience are admitted to membership.

The Department of Political Sciencegives at least three scholarships toentering freshmen, good for two years, based on merit: the Political ScienceAlumni Scholarship, the PoliticalScience Department Faculty

Scholarship and a J.R. SoukupFreshmen Award.

The Department of Political Scienceannually gives the Erna G. and J.Murdoch Dawley Award to theoutstanding graduating senior inPolitical Science. This endowed award is given at the conclusion of the springterm.

A J.R. Soukup Pi Sigma Alpha Awardis given annually to the outstandingjunior who not only demonstratesscholarship but is pursuing studiesand/or a career in some form of private or public community service. This willbe awarded in the spring term.

The department awards the John R.Quatroche Jr. Award to a PoliticalScience student who demonstrates anoutstanding record of involvement inextracurricular affairs, campus serviceand leadership.

The department provides advice tostudents interested in law school andlaw-related careers. It maintains anup-to-date collection of law schoolcatalogs which are available in theErna G. and J. Murdoch DawleyReading Room (E369 Thompson Hall). The department’s pre-law advisorsprovide assistance in evaluating theresults of the Law School AdmissionTest (LSAT).

Students interested in majoring orminoring in Legal Studies (Pre-Law)should consult page 53. The LegalStudies program is administeredthrough the Department of PoliticalScience.

Political Science majors can belong tothe student Political ScienceAssociation, which organizes a varietyof activities. These include trips toWashington, D.C., career days,election year debates, voterregistration projects, parties, andothers. Political Science majors mayalso participate in the Mock Trialprogram and competitions and in theannual simulation of European Unionpolicy deliberations, in which manyU.S. and European colleges anduniversities participate.

Political Science majors areencouraged to satisfy College CoreCurriculum distribution requirementswith courses in history and economicswhere possible. They are also advised to consider these departments in theirselection of electives.

POLITICAL SCIENCE 71

Students wishing to teach politicalscience in the secondary schools mayobtain provisional certification bycompleting the Social StudiesAdolescence Education program (seepage 44). Students in all educationprograms are required to demonstratecompetence in a foreign language.This requirement may be satisfied inany one of the following four ways: (1)completion of course work at the 116level at Fredonia, or (2) transferring oftwo successful college semesters of aforeign language, or (3) scoring at the50th percentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passing Regents score (passing = 85). TheCollege Core Curriculum foreignlanguage requirement differs from thecertification requirement and must besatisfied for degree conferral. Theprocedure to be followed for admission to the professional sequence ofcourses is described on page 32. Forupdated information on thedepartment, its programs and faculty,consult the department web site at:http//www.fredonia.edu/department/polisci/

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Political Science

Minimum required: 33 credit hours

1. Required Core Courses (12 credithours)

POLI 120 American Politics 3

POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs 3POLI 200 Statistics 3

POLI 210 Research Methods 3

2. Students must take the followingnumber of courses in the followingareas:

A. American Politics andGovernment (1 course)

B. Public Law and Policy (1course)

C. Comparative Politics (2courses – one of these twocourses must be in anon-western area)

D. International Relations (1course)

E. Political Theory (1 course)

3. Each major must take the capstone seminar (POLI 450) in their senioryear.

4. Areas of Study

A. American Politics andGovernment

Institutions Courses:

POLI 311 Fundamentals of PublicAdministration

POLI 322 New York GovernmentPOLI 324 President and Congress

POLI 329 Topics in American PoliticsPOLI 370 American Constitutional

Law

Politics and Processes Courses:



POLI 325 Public Opinion andParticipation

POLI 326 Media and PoliticsPOLI 329 Topics in American Politics

B. Public Law and Policy

Law Courses:POLI 371 Civil Rights and Liberties

POLI 379 Topics in Public Law

POLI 383 Courts and Social Policy

Policy Courses:

POLI 381 Urban Politics andPlanning

POLI 382 Social Welfare SystemsPOLI 380 Policy Evaluation

POLI 387 Environmental PolicyPOLI 389 Topics in Public Policy

C. Comparative Politics

Western Courses:

POLI 330 Western European PoliticsPOLI 331 Canadian Politics

POLI 332 Russian Politics

POLI 344 Comparative Public PolicyPOLI 348 The European Union

POLI 349 Topics in ComparativePolitics

Non-Western Courses:POLI 334 African Politics


POLI 345 Film and PoliticsPOLI 346 East Asian Political

Economy: Japan, Chinaand Korea

POLI 354 Middle East in WorldAffairs

D. International Relations

POLI 352 World Political GeographyPOLI 355 International Political

Economy

POLI 356 U.S. Foreign PolicyPOLI 359 Topics in International

Politics

E. Political Theory

POLI 360 Classical Political Theory

POLI 361 Modern Political Theory

POLI 363 Game TheoryPOLI 365 American Political Thought

POLI 369 Topics in Political Theory

Optional Programs

In addition to the 33 credits for aPolitical Science major, students mayalso choose to concentrate in one ofthe following areas by fulfilling therequirements defined below. Studentswho choose to concentrate in one ofthe following areas will need to take an additional 6 credit hours for a total of39 credit hours.

Concentrations

Law ConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inLaw must take POLI 370 to fulfill therequirement under Area A and one ofthe Law courses under Area B. Inaddition, students must take eitherPOLI 276 or POLI 277 and anadditional Law course from the Area Blist.

Campaigns and ElectionsConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inCampaigns and Elections must takePOLI 324 to fulfill the requirementunder Area A and two additionalPolitics and Processes courses fromthe Area A list.

Public Administration and PolicyConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inPublic Administration and Policy musttake POLI 311 to fulfill the requirement under Area A and one of the Policycourses under Area B to fulfill theSection B requirement. In addition,students must take two additionalPolicy courses from the Area B list.

Civic Education ConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inCivic Education must take twoadditional courses from the followinglist: POLI 348, POLI 287, or anInternship (of any variety from thePolitical Science Internships – must be 3 credits or more).

Comparative Politics ConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inComparative Politics must take twoadditional courses from the Area C list.


Government and Political Organization ConcentrationStudents must take either theWashington or Albany internship. Inaddition, they must take one of thefollowing: POLI 311, 321, 322, 324.

Political Economy ConcentrationStudents must take both ECON 201and 202. In addition they must taketwo courses from the set: POLI 341,344, 346, 355, 387. Lastly, they musttake one course from the set: ECON220, 335, 345, 355, 380, 405.

International Relations ConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inInternational Relations must take twoadditional courses from the Area D list.

Political Theory ConcentrationStudents wishing to concentrate inPolitical Theory must take twoadditional courses from the Area E list.

Note: The Political Economyconcentration requires 45 credit hours.

Requirements for the Minor inPolitical ScienceAt least 21 credit hours in politicalscience, including 12 credit hours of300 level courses. Students who wishto be officially certified as a PoliticalScience minor should plan a programwith a departmental advisor. Theyshould see an advisor at least onceeach semester thereafter. As a minorin Political Science, students mayselect either a wide cross section ofcourses from the various fields withinthe discipline or a group of coursesfocusing on one of the followingspecializations:

Public Law and Policy

Political Economy

American Politics

International Politics

Comparative Politics

Political Theory

For a listing of courses in each minor,students should see an advisor or thedepartment chairperson.


This program is sponsored jointly bythe departments of Political Scienceand Geosciences. Interested personsshould refer to page 39 for adescription of the concentration.

Certificate in International PoliticalEconomy

A certificate program in InternationalPolitical Economy is available. Theprogram is open only to BusinessAdministration and Economics majors. The certificate is awarded by thepolitical science department followingsuccessful completion of the following:

1. POLI 150 U.S. and World Affairs 3

2. Nine credit hours from among thefollowing:

POLI 334 African Politics 3


3

POLI 344 Public Policies inAdvanced IndustrialDemocracies

3


3

POLI 354 Middle East in WorldAffairs

3

POLI 355 International PoliticalEconomy

3

Special Programs

Internships: No more than 3 credithours of internship credit may counttoward the Political Science major orminor.

The department participates in various Interdisciplinary Studies majors andminors such as Legal Studies andInternational Studies.

The Department of Political Sciencealso participates in the CooperativeEngineering program. Refer to thedescription of this program on page 34.

PRE-MEDICINE ANDALLIED AREASOffice: 203 Jewett Hall(716) 673-3282E-mail: [email protected] Yunghans, Coordinator

Fredonia graduates have enjoyedconsiderable success in gaining entryto medical, veterinary, osteopathic,optometry, dental and otherprofessional health programs. TheBiomedical Professions Councilclosely advises and assists eachpre-medical student and prepares acommittee letter on his/her behalf. The complete credentials file is assembledby the biology department andsubmitted in a timely manner on behalf of each applicant.

While no medical schools stipulate aparticular major program ofundergraduate study, they do requirethat students have minimumpreparation in a number of areasincluding biology, chemistry, English,and physics. Most of our students findthe Fredonia Biology major meets allthe requirements for American medical schools and choose it as the mostappropriate undergraduate pre-medprogram. The American Association of Medical Colleges advises thatstudents may major in any area, buttheir own (AAMC) admissions datashow that the majority of successfulapplicants to American medicalschools have majored in the biologicalsciences. Students who choose tomajor in an area outside of biologyshould register with the council asfreshmen to ensure appropriate advice and assistance (register at theDepartment of Biology Office in Jewett Hall).

Any student who is seriouslyconsidering a medical, veterinary ordental career should seek appropriatesummer employment/internshipopportunities early in theirundergraduate experience.

The book, Medical School AdmissionsRequirements (AAMC, Washington,D.C.) is essential reading for anyundergraduate who is seriouslyconsidering medical school.

Candidates to dentistry, veterinary,and podiatric medicine should alsoavail themselves of the advisingservices of the Biomedical Professions Council.

Combined Degree Program withUniversity at Buffalo School ofDental Medicine

The Combined Degree Program is aseven-year dentistry programdeveloped between the StateUniversity of New York at Fredoniaand the State University of New Yorkat Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine.This program allows participatingstudents the opportunity to receive abaccalaureate degree in either Biology or Chemistry and a doctoral degree indentistry. The first three years of theprogram are completed at SUNYFredonia and the last four years arecompleted at SUNY at Buffalo, Schoolof Dental Medicine. Admission into the program is competitive and dependent on a number of factors in addition tothe usual admission policies at SUNY

PRE-MEDICINE AND ALLIED AREAS 73

Fredonia. Students interested in thisprogram should contact either theDepartment of Biology or theAdmissions Office for further details.

Combined Degree Program withSUNY College of Optometry

This Combined Degree (3/4) Programis a seven-year program developedbetween the State University of NewYork at Fredonia and the StateUniversity of New York State Collegeof Optometry. This program allowsparticipating students the opportunityto receive a baccalaureate (B.S.)degree in Biology and a Doctor ofOptometry (O.D.) degree in optometry. The first three years of the programare completed at SUNY Fredonia andthe last four years are completed atSUNY College of Optometry.Admission is competitive andrequirements are in addition to theusual admission policies at SUNYFredonia. Accepted students areadmitted into Fredonia’s Biology major and simultaneously admitted tocandidacy to the SUNY College ofOptometry’s professional program ofstudy. Students interested in thisprogram should contact either theDepartment of Biology or theAdmissions Office for further details.

PSYCHOLOGYOffice: W357 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3129E-mail:[email protected] Croxton, Chairperson

The psychology department hasseveral objectives:

To provide the student with a basicknowledge of a broad range ofpsychological concepts and theories,and an understanding of the methodsused by psychologists in the study ofhuman behavior; to contribute to thebuilding of an integrated liberaleducation, designed to equip thestudent for postgraduate employmentor further specialized education; and to demonstrate the relevance ofpsychological analysis to current social problems and provide students withthe knowledge to better understandthemselves and others. A liberal artseducation with a major in psychologyis good preparation for a wide varietyof jobs including human services,sales, and management. Some jobs in psychology and related mental health

are available at the bachelor’s degreelevel; others may require an advanceddegree. Many of our majors continuein graduate school in fields of studyincluding school psychology, socialwork, counselor education, cognitivepsychology, counseling psychology,and law.

To meet all of these objectives thedepartment offers courses spanningthe entire field of psychology.Internships and independent studyopportunities are also available. Itrecognizes superior studentperformance with the Psychology Merit Award and Donald John LehrEndowment, and it supports thePsychology Club and a local chapterof Psi Chi, the national honor societyfor psychology. Interested personsshould see the departmentchairperson for additional information.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Psychology

I. Courses in Psychology:Hrs.

Core Group - all requiredPSY 129 Introduction to Psychology 3

PSY 130 Psychology Laboratory 1PSY 200 Statistics 3

PSY 210 Research Methods 4

The above courses are to becompleted by the end of the junioryear.

One course from thePsychophysiology Area:

3

PSY 342 Perception

PSY 351 Physiological PsychologyPSY 361 Cognitive Neuroscience

One course from the Cognitive Area: 3

PSY 244 Cognitive PsychologyPSY 344 Psychology of Language

PSY 364 Cognitive DevelopmentOne course from the Social Area: 3

PSY 245 Social Psychology

PSY 246 PersonalityPSY 365 Social Development

One course from theClinical/Counseling Area:

3

PSY 356 Abnormal PsychologyPSY 379 Child Psychopathology

PSY 447 Introduction to Counseling

One Theoretical Thinking course: 3PSY 429 History and Systems of

Psychology

PSY 430 Theories of PsychologyPSY 439 Senior Honors Seminar

PSY 445 Seminar in SocialPsychology

PSY 454 Theories of Memory

Also required: One course of adevelopmental focus. PSY 364, PSY365 or PSY 379 may count here aswell as in the groupings above. PSY349 (Child Psychology) also meetsthis requirement. Students choosing to take PSY 364, PSY 365 or PSY 379 to meet both requirements must take anadditional psychology elective in orderto fulfill the requirement that they have 35 hours of psychology courses.

3

Psychology electives: 6

35


II. A minimum of 12 hours in a fieldother than psychology, chosen withadvisement to complement themajor, of which at least 6 hoursmust be at the upper level.

III. At least one course in mathematicsas advised by department.

IV.Of the total hours counting forgraduation, a minimum of 30 hoursmust be at the 300 level or above,and 75 hours must be outside ofpsychology.

V. A minimum of 2.00 cumulativequality point average in allpsychology courses.

As an alternative to the generalpsychology program, students mayelect to specialize in one of thefollowing tracks: School and Child,Counseling and Health, Forensics, orBiopsychology/CognitiveNeuroscience.

Requirements for the Minor inPsychology

General Minor:

A minimum of 18 credit hours inpsychology, with at least 9 hours at the upper level. One course must comefrom the psychophysiology area or thecognitive area (PSY 244, 342, 344,351, 361, or 364) and one course must come from the social area or theclinical/counseling area (PSY 245,246, 356, 365, 379, or 447).

Industrial-Organizational PsychologyMinor:

A minimum of 21 credit hours,distributed as follows:

Core Courses : 12 credit hours

PSY 129 Introduction to Psychology 3

PSY 200 Statistics 3PSY 317 Tests and Measurements 3

PSY 347 Industrial-OrganizationalPsychology

3

Three courses from the following: 9PSY 227 Applied Psychology

PSY 245 Social Psychology

PSY 355 Group DynamicsPSY 373 Human Factors

PSY 447 Introduction to CounselingBUAD 321 Management and

Organizational Behavior

School and Counseling PsychologyMinor

A minimum of 18 credit hours,distributed as follows:

Required courses: 9 credit hours


PSY 200 Statistics 3PSY 317 Tests and Measurements 3

Three courses from the following: 9PSY 364 Cognitive Development

PSY 365 Social Development

PSY 379 Child PsychopathologyPSY 447 Introduction to Counseling


For a transfer course to be countedtoward the minimum hours required for a major or a minor, the course must be evaluated as equivalent to a coursetaught in the Department ofPsychology.

For a major, a limit of 12 transfercredits may be counted towards the 35 required, i.e., a minimum of 23 credithours must be taken in the department at SUNY Fredonia.

For a minor, a minimum of 9 hoursmust be taken in the department atSUNY Fredonia.

The psychology departmentparticipates in the CooperativeEngineering program (see page 34).

PUBLIC HEALTH(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)Office: W393 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3469E-mail: [email protected] Dorsten, Coordinator

Public health incorporates nearly every aspect of health and perhaps is bestdefined by its mission: maximumhealth for all, via the prevention ofdisease, disability and unhealthfulenvironmental conditions. The focus of public health is on the conditions ofpeople in a community; in contrast,medicine focuses on the healthconditions of the individual.

The interdisciplinary minor in PublicHealth offers students the opportunityto acquire knowledge and skills in thebroad field of public health,incorporating emergent issues (newpublic health topics such asbioterrorism) along with moretraditional topics such as: infectiousand chronic diseases; maternal and

child health; injuries; psychosocialissues and tobacco; mental health,substance abuse and social violence;and air, water and solid hazardouswaste. The minor will facilitate privateor public sector careers addressingphysical, mental and/or environmentalhealth concerns of communities andpopulations at risk for disease/injury,and graduate study in public health.The minor requires successfulcompletion of 19 credit hours.

Six credit hours must be from 300-400level courses.

Only 6 credit hours may be taken in astudent’s major.

SOC 215 should be completed early,preferably during the sophomore year,and as soon as possible afterdeclaring the minor. Enrolling in SOC415 requires completion of 15 credithours of public health courses,including SOC 215.

Required Courses: (10 credit hours)

SOC 215 Introduction to PublicHealth

3

BIOL 110 Human Biology

or

BIOL 111 Introduction to Biologyor 3

BIOL 133 Principles of Biology II

BIOL 457 Biostatisticsor 3

SOC 300/PSY 210/POLI 210/COMM 295

Research Methods

SOC 415 Seminar in Public Health(1 credit hour; aftercompleting 15 credit hours public health course work)

Electives: (9 credit hours required)

1. Biosciences (at least 3 credit hours required)

BIOL 131 Principles of Biology I

BIOL 243 Biodiversity

BIOL 221 Human AnatomyBIOL 251 Basic Concepts in Biology

BIOL 310 Human Genome

BIOL 336 Mammalian PhysiologyBIOL 338 Microbiology

BIOL 345 Emerging InfectiousDiseases

orBIOL 360 AIDS and STDs

orBIOL 450 Molecular Basis of

Disease

CHEM107 Chemistry for Consumers

or

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CHEM113 Chemistry and theEnvironment

or

CHEM115 General Chemistry IESCI 105 Global Environmental

Issues

or

ESCI 410 EnvironmentalAssessment

2. Social/Behavioral Sciences (atleast 3 credit hours required)

PSY 247 Health PsychologySOC 240 Health and Society

or

SOC 343 Health Systems and PolicySOC 311 Sociology of Addiction

SOC 321 Population and SocietySOC 345 Women, Health and

Society

or

PSY 255 Psychology of Women

3. Specialty Groups/Courses(suggested courses)

Biosciences:

BIOL 437 Molecular GeneticsLaboratory I

BIOL 470 Hormone Mechanisms

CHEM116 General Chemistry II

CHEM125-126

General ChemistryLaboratory I & II

Women’s Health:

HLTH 215 Personal and CommunityHealth

HLTH 303 Fitness and Nutrition

HLTH 386 Wellness and HealthPromotion

SOC 345 Women, Health andSocietyor

PSY 255 Psychology of WomenSOC 472 Internship (after

completing 15 credit hours of public health coursework and with permissionof Coordinator; includeson-campus internship atBirth Control InformationCenter)

Community Health:

COMM 101 Fundamentals ofCommunicationor

COMM 105 Public Speaking

orCOMM 460 Organization

Communication

CRMJ 320 Crime and Crime Theoryor

SOC 363 Victimology




POLI 371 Civil Rights and LibertiesSOC 337 Sociology of Aging

or

SOC 338 Death and Dying

Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness:

COMM 101 Fundamentals ofCommunicationor

COMM 105 Public Speaking

orCOMM 460 Organization

Communication

HLTH 115 First Aid Skills andKnowledge


HLTH 303 Fitness and Nutrition


Specialty Courses:

SOC 350 Special Topics (permission of Coordinator required)

SOC 472 Internship (aftercompleting 15 credit hours of public health coursework and with permissionof Coordinator; includeson-campus internship atBirth Control InformationCenter)

SOCIAL WORK(see also Sociology/Anthropology/Social Work/Criminal Justice)Office: W379 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3470E-mail: [email protected] Masciadrelli, Director

The Bachelor of Science in SocialWork is one of several major degreeprograms offered by the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work,and Criminal Justice. The program isaccredited by the Council on SocialWork Education, the profession’seducational accreditation organization.

The goals of the SUNY FredoniaSocial Work program are as follows:

The Social Work program seeks to

1. Prepare generalist social workerswho integrate knowledge, values,and skills for competent entry-levelprofessional practice and/orgraduate education

2. Prepare generalist social workerseducated to maintain and improvethe social functioning of individuals, families, groups, organizations andcommunities by helping peoplesolve problems, accomplish tasks,prevent and alleviate distress, andcreate and use resources

3. Prepare generalist social workerswho understand and activelyparticipate in their socialenvironment, in particular throughplanning, formulation andimplementation of social policies,services, resources, and programs,to help people meet basic humanneeds and to improve the quality oflife for all

4. Prepare generalist social workerswho use themselves, theirknowledge, their problem-solvingcapabilities and other socialsystems to advocate forpopulations-at-risk and to promotesocially and economically justcommunities and society

5. Prepare generalist social workerswho understand their obligations as practitioner-researchers to developand test knowledge and skills tostrengthen the profession’s purpose of enhancing human well-being and alleviating poverty and oppression

6. Prepare generalist social workerswho practice ethnic and culturallysensitive social work practice withdiverse populations and who fightto eliminate social injusticeexperienced by oppressedpopulations

Mission Statement

The SUNY Fredonia Bachelor ofScience degree in Social Workprogram strives to be a trusted partner in the missions of its homedepartment, the Department ofSociology, Anthropology, Social Work,and Criminal Justice; the university;the academic community-at-large; and the social community-at-large.

Through committed, qualityteaching-learning activities andreciprocal learning relationships withthe local community-at-large, theprogram prepares critical thinking,generalist social workers who areprepared to enter employment as entry level professionals in urban or ruralagency settings and/or are prepared to continue their education at thegraduate level. The program intends


that the teaching-learning, research,and service activities will have ameaningful, positive influence on thewell-being of each student, theuniversity, and the community-at-largeas it embraces the larger mission ofsocial work to prevent and alleviateconditions arising from social problems and unmet human needs.

Program Overview

All program activities are designed tomeet its mission and goals. Thecurriculum is designed to provide theprofessional foundation that givesstudents specific social work theory,knowledge and skills. It is built upon aliberal arts base and providesindividualized opportunities forpersonal and professional growth.Students work with their advisors tochoose elective courses to developtheir specific interests. The SocialWork club (STARS) plansstudent-directed activities thatincrease opportunities to explore thenature of the profession. Through their academic experiences, studentsbecome more well-rounded,responsible individuals who possess aspirit of inquiry, critical thinking andhelping skills, and have the ability touse the self appropriately inrelationships with others.

Social work academic offerings andprogram activities are continuallyassessed to help keep the programvibrant and relevant. Studentachievement results from eachrequired social work course, portfoliolearning, and performance in the FieldPracticum are compiled and used toanalyze the curriculum. In addition,various kinds of surveys areconducted with graduating seniors,alumni, and community practitioners to help understand the program’sperformance. Each of theseassessment strategies measuressome or all of the program’s followingobjectives:

Graduates of the SUNY FredoniaSocial Work program will

1. Apply critical thinking skills withinthe context of professional socialwork practice

2. Understand the value base of theprofession and its ethical standards and principles, and practiceaccordingly

3. Practice without discrimination andwith respect, knowledge, and skills

related to clients’ age, class, color,culture, disability, ethnicity, familystructure, gender, marital status,national origin, race, religion, sex,and sexual orientation

4. Understand the forms andmechanisms of oppression anddiscrimination and apply strategiesof advocacy and social change thatadvance social and economicjustice

5. Understand and interpret thehistory of the social work profession and its contemporary structuresand issues

6. Apply the knowledge and skills ofgeneralist social work practice withsystems of all sizes

7. Use theoretical frameworkssupported by empirical evidence tounderstand individual developmentand behavior across the life spanand the interactions amongindividuals and between individualsand families, groups, organizations, and communities

8. Analyze, formulate and influencesocial policies

9. Evaluate research studies, applyresearch findings to practice, andevaluate their own practiceinterventions

10.Use communication skillsdifferentially across clientpopulations, colleagues, andcommunities

11.Use supervision and consultationappropriate to social work practice

12.Function within the structure oforganizations and service deliverysystems and seek necessaryorganizational change (The aboveare taken directly from the Councilon Social Work EducationHandbook of AccreditationStandards and Procedures, 5th ed., pp. 33-34.)

13.Demonstrate the professional useof self, and

14.Will utilize the knowledge base assuccessful preparation for graduate work and/or continued education for competence

Advancement into the ProfessionalMethods Sequence

Students who indicate their desire tomajor in Social Work and who meetthe university acceptancerequirements are designated officialmajors at the time of their acceptance.However, in the second semester ofthe sophomore year, all majors whowish to continue in the program andtake upper level social work methodscourses must successfully completethe Advancement process. Anapplication with supporting documentsmust be filed by a mid-March deadlinedate (varies every year). Supportingdocuments include a written responseto questions posed on the application,transcripts, and three letters ofrecommendation. Students may berequired to complete an interviewprocess with social work faculty.

Transcripts must document thatstudents have met the followingadvancement requirements:

1. A 2.5 average for the followingprerequisite courses:

SOC 116 Introduction to Sociology

PSY 129 Introduction to PsychologyBIOL 110 Human Biology

SOC 200 Social Statistics

(or any other introduction to statisticscourse)

SOC 218 Introduction to Social Work

SOC 272 ExploringCommunity-Based SocialWork

2. A cumulative grade point averageof 2.5 or higher, and

3. A grade of “B-” or better in

SOC 218 Introduction to Social Work

andSOC 272 Exploring

Community-Based SocialWork

The application materials withcomplete instructions can be obtainedby contacting the department and/orthe program director.

Students will not be allowed into theMethods Sequence if they have notsuccessfully completed this process.Once accepted into the advancedcourse work, students are identified as having “Advanced Status” and mustfollow the required sequence ofcourses. This sequence is based upon the developmental design of thecurriculum. All foundation areapractice methods courses build upon

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the knowledge of the course thatprecedes it. Because of this, studentswho anticipate any need for part-timestudy or who wish to study abroadshould talk with their advisors as soonas possible to plan their progressthrough the curriculum. Students mustalso achieve a minimum grade of “C”in their required social work courses to continue in sequence.

Transfer Students

The Social Work program welcomestransfer students. The curriculum wasdesigned to facilitate a successfultransition from other institutions.Incoming freshmen and sophomorestudents are given intensive advisingto prepare for advancement and topromote success in all academicpursuits. Incoming juniors who transfer with an A.A./A.S. degree or who have60 credit hours are also givenintensive advisement but they mustmeet all the advancement criteria prior to transfer. When applying foradvancement into the junior yearcourse work, these students must filetheir application with supportingdocuments and they must:

1. Be formally accepted into SUNYFredonia for the fall semester

2. Document the completion of 60credit hours (or submit their plan tocomplete at least 60 hours beforethey start the fall semester)

3. Establish equivalency for coursestransferring as Introduction toSocial Work (Introduction to Human Services), ExploringCommunity-Based Social Work(Human Services Internship), andHuman Biology

To establish equivalency, studentsmust submit a syllabus for the coursein question to the Social WorkProgram Director who must determinethat the purpose, content, and scopeof the course is the same or similarenough to the SUNY Fredonia coursethat it can stand in the place of theSUNY Fredonia course. The programdirector may contact thecollege/university to gather moreinformation to make a determination. If approved, a Transfer Credit Approvalform must be filed with the SUNYFredonia Registrar.

Social work courses transferred from a Council on Social Work EducationAccredited program will be approvedfor credit but may not be judged

equivalent to the SUNY Fredoniasocial work courses. This occursbecause of differences in curriculumand course sequencing amongprograms. Transfer students from anaccredited program will need to meetwith the program director to determineequivalency. No equivalency will begranted for the Field Practicum unlessplaced by the program in aninternational placement. Studentsearning a B.S. degree in Social Workfrom SUNY Fredonia must completetheir 500 practicum hours through theSUNY Fredonia program.

Note: No academic credit for life orwork experience will be given as anequivalent for any required social work course, Introduction to Social Work, orExploring Community-Based SocialWork.

Field Practicum

In the senior year, students mustcomplete a 500 hour professionallysupervised placement in a socialservice agency. Conceived as oneexperience spread over twosemesters, the student must completea minimum of 250 hours of activitiesduring each of the fall and springsemesters. Students begin theapplication process for their FieldPracticum placement in the fallsemester of the junior year. Studentsmust have completed all prerequisitecourses prior to entering their fieldwork. They must also have a 2.0cumulative G.P.A. and a 2.5 averagein all the required social work courses.

Field practicum policies andprocedures can be found in the FieldManual available to the studentsduring the application-to-the-fieldprocess in the spring semester.

Program Policies

The social work profession has been a leader in the cause of fightingprejudice, discrimination, andoppression against all people insociety. Admission and advancementin the program is based upon thepublished criteria. Race, color, religion, creed, gender, ethnic or nationalorigin, disability, age, politicalorientation, or sexual orientation playno role in the program decisions.Social work is also a professional fieldwith expectations of professionalbehavior. Students who meet thepublished criteria but who haveevidenced a pattern of unprofessional,

unsuitable behavior may be deniedadvancement and/or dismissed fromthe program. Students may also bedismissed from the program foracademic reasons. Students mustearn a grade of “C” or better in theirrequired social work courses tocontinue in the major. More specificexpectations and policies are detailedin the student handbook.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience Degree in Social Work

Degree candidates in Social Workmust

a. complete the College CoreCurriculum (CCC);

b. complete prerequisite courses;

c. successfully complete theAdvancement process in thesecond semester of theirsophomore year;

d. complete required social workcourses (45 hours);

e. complete 6 credit hours of coursework with diversity content from anapproved list of CCC courses(taken as part of the CCC);

f. maintain and complete a portfolio,

g. complete enough general electivehours and/or a minor to earn 120credit hours, and

h. consistently demonstrateprofessional behavior.

Prerequisite Courses:SOC 116 Introduction to Sociology 3


BIOL 110 Human Biology 3

Statistics: BUAD 200, EDUC 200, POLI 200, PSY 200, SOC 200, STAT 200

3

SOC 218 Introduction to Social Work 3

SOC 272 ExploringCommunity-Based SocialWork

3

18

Required Social Work Courses:SOCW 249 Social Welfare Institutions 3POLI 382 Social Welfare Policy 3

SOC 300 Research Methods 3

SOCW 325 Social Work PracticeMethods I

3

SOCW 340 Human Behavior in theSocial Environment I

3

SOCW 341 Human Behavior in theSocial Environment II

3

SOCW 370 Social Work PracticeMethods II

3

SOCW 390 Social Work PracticeMethods III

3


SOCW 400 Social Work PracticeMethods IV

3

SOCW 480 Field Practicum I 3

SOCW 485 Field Practicum I withSeminar

3

SOCW 490 Field Practicum II 3

SOCW 495 Field Seminar II withSeminar

3

Six credit hours of Approved SocialWork Electives

6

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SOCIOLOGY,ANTHROPOLOGY,SOCIAL WORK andCRIMINAL JUSTICEOffice: W363 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3205E-mail: [email protected] G. LaFlamme, Chairperson

The Department of Sociology,Anthropology, Social Work andCriminal Justice offers majors inSociology, Sociology with anAnthropology concentration, SocialWork and Criminal Justice. Minors inSociology, Anthropology, and CriminalJustice are offered as well.

SociologySociology provides valuable insightsinto the human experience and assists in the understanding of humanbehavior. Sociologists are interested in understanding how people live andinteract, in learning how human groups of all kinds (families, sports teams,religious groups, crowds, largebureaucratic organizations, etc.)operate in a wide variety of situations,and in assessing and evaluating howsocieties work. Sociology exploresassumptions about people, theirgroups, and their societies. It carefullyanalyzes problem areas and evaluates possible solutions.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Sociology

39 credit hours

Required Courses: 21 credit hoursANTH 115 Introductory Anthropology 3

SOC 116 Introductory Sociology 3SOC 200 Social Statistics (or

equivalent)3

SOC 202 Social Analysis 3

SOC 300 Research Methods 3SOC 380 Sociological Theory 3

SOC 400 Senior Seminar 3

Elective Courses in sociology: 18 credithours

Requirements for the Minor inSociologyEighteen credit hours in sociologyincluding SOC 116 (required). Theremaining 15 credit hours are freeelectives and may be taken from anyof the department’s sociologyofferings. At least 9 credit hours mustbe at the 300 level or above.

AnthropologyAnthropology investigates humanorigins and diversity. Anthropologistsattempt to understand humanexistence, both past and present, froma worldwide perspective. Theirdiscipline has been called the mosthumanistic of the sciences and themost scientific of the humanities.Anthropology is an integratingacademic discipline, consisting of fourmajor divisions: physical anthropology,archaeology, linguistics, and culturalanthropology. Majors in Sociology witha Concentration in Anthropologydevelop skills in evaluating andconducting research through courses in theory, methods, statistics, and manyspecific content areas. Those skills and that knowledge can be applied in awide variety of occupations andprofessions. Majors have theopportunity to prepare for graduateeducation in sociology, anthropology,law, social work, and related fields aswell as careers in various social andhuman service areas. Students areencouraged to undertake faculty-aidedprojects in areas of their own interest.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts Degree in Sociology with aConcentration in Anthropology

42 credit hours

Required Courses: 27 credit hoursANTH 115 Introductory Anthropology 3

ANTH 210 Physical Anthropology 3

ANTH 211 Archaeology 3ANTH 219 Cultural Anthropology 3

SOC 116 Introductory Sociology 3SOC 200 Social Statistics (or

equivalent)3

SOC 202 Social Analysis 3

SOC 300 Research Methods 3SOC 380 Sociological Theory 3

Elective Courses: 9 additional credithours in anthropology plus 6 credithours in related fields as advised.

Requirements for an AnthropologyMinorEighteen hours in Anthropology. ANTH 115 Introductory Anthropology(required), plus 15 additional credithours in anthropology. At least 9 credit hours must be at the 300 or 400 level.

Social Work

For information on this program,interested persons should see page 76.

Student Honors and Awards

Sociology majors and minors whomaintain a minimum 3.0 grade pointaverage in the discipline and overallwill be eligible for induction into AlphaKappa Delta, the InternationalSociology Honor Society. A minimumof 12 credit hours of sociology isrequired.

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SOUND RECORDINGTECHNOLOGY(see also Music)Office: 1151 Mason Hall(716) 673-3151E-mail:[email protected] Boelter, Director, School of MusicBernd Gottinger, Coordinator

The Sound Recording Technologyprogram is designed to provideundergraduate students with academic and professional preparationnecessary for successful careers inmusic, sound recording, and relatedprofessions, and in technical, artistic,and management positions.

Core Curriculum: a minimum of 35credit hours*

MUS 001 Music Freshman Seminar 1MUS 100 Recital-Seminar 0

MUS 120 Concert Attendance 0

MUS 021-050

Ensembles Var. Credit

MUS 105-106

Applied Music 4

MUS 113 Voice Class 1MUS 117-118

Piano Class 2

MUS 121-122


MUS 123-124


MUS 131-132


MUS 221-222


MUS 223-224


MUS 263 Music History in WesternCivilization I

3


3

MUS XXX Music History Elective 3

Total: 35

*Ensembles carry variable credit hours.Therefore, the total credit hours willincrease.

Sound Recording TechnologyRequirements (in addition to core):

SRT 105 Recording Techniques forMusic

1

SRT 200-201

Recording Practicum 4

SRT 250-251

Recording Techniques 4

SRT 300-301

Recording Practicum 4

SRT 350-351

Technology and Practicesof the Recording Industry

6

SRT 450-451

Senior Project/Seminar 4

CSIT 105 Visual BASIC I 3

MATH 122-123


PHYS 121-122

College Physics I & II 6

or

PHYS 230-231

University Physics I & II

8

PHYS 123-124

College Physics Lab I & II

or 2

PHYS 232-233

University Physics Lab I &II

PHYS 311 Acoustics I 3

PHYS 318 Basic Electronics 3

Internship: Internships within the recordingindustry are strongly encouraged. Up to 15credit hours of credit may be earned.

Electives: by advisement from SoundRecording Technology Coordinator.

(Spanish, see Department ofModern Languages and Literatures,page 57.)

SPEECH PATHOLOGYAND AUDIOLOGYOffice: W123 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3202E-mail:[email protected] L. Tillery, Chairperson

The Department of Speech Pathologyand Audiology seeks to combineprofessional preparation with a solidgrounding in general and liberaleducation. To this end, the department offers two degree options; theBachelor of Science in Education (B.S. Ed.), leading to Initial Certification as a Teacher of Speech and LanguageDisabilities, and the Bachelor of Arts in Communication Disorders andSciences (B.A.), a pre-professionalnon-certification option.

The graduating class of May 2009 willbe the final group of students who willbe eligible to earn the B.S. Ed. degree.The non-certification program is theoption for all other students. Phasingout the B.S. Ed. enables theDepartment of Speech Pathology andAudiology to shift the student teachingexperience to the graduate level. Thisimportant change in the curriculum isreflective of the AmericanSpeech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) 2005 requirements increasedthe number of graduate clinic hours and reduced undergraduate clinic hours.

Individuals qualified as Speech-Language Pathologists are in demandin a variety of educational, medicaland therapeutic settings. Uponcompletion of a master’s degree, thegraduate will complete a ClinicalFellowship Year (CFY) in order tomeet ASHA certification and statelicensing requirements. Graduatesmay elect to work in school settings ormay seek employment in hospitals,medical practice groups, nursinghomes, and rehabilitation agencies orin private practice.

At SUNY Fredonia, the Bachelor ofScience in Education, Speech andLanguage Disabilities (housed in theHenry C. Youngerman Center forCommunication Disorders) includesclinical practice and student teachingin schools. (After 2009, this experience will shift to the graduate program.)

The Bachelor of Arts degree optionincludes all the academic courses forthe B.S.Ed., but in place of thepracticum and student teachingcourses, the curriculum offers a seriesof clinical preparation courses (SPA398, 399 and 410). Junior transfersand second baccalaureate degreestudents are advised into the B.A.program to facilitate timely completionof academic and degree requirements. Students desiring to obtain a terminal


Important Notification to AllSpeech Pathology Majors

All programs and degree optionsare held accountable to nationalstandards of the AmericanSpeech-Language-HearingAssociation (ASHA) with theCouncil on Academic Accreditation (CAA) in Speech-LanguagePathology and Audiology. Newrequirements for the Certificate ofClinical Competence inSpeech-Language Pathology(CCC-SLP) are effective January1, 2005. Any student whograduates after this date must fulfill the new requirements.

Any changes made by New YorkState Board of Regents and ASHAhave the potential to impact therequirements of the program. Undergraduate programs areunder review for such changes.

degree in audiology are advised intothe B.A. program to enable them toreceive audiology clinic and coursework that would prepare them foradmission to a Clinical Doctorate inAudiology (AuD.) program.

Upon completion of either degreeoption, students may elect to continuegraduate studies in the same field.Those who earn the B.S.Ed. may beemployed in school districts asTeachers of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities. The B.S.Ed.degree does not lead to state licensure or ASHA certification.

An undergraduate degree in this major provides a foundation forspecializations in education of thedeaf, special education, linguistics,counseling and a variety of otherprofessions.

The graduate program inSpeech-Pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation(CAA) of the AmericanSpeech-Language-HearingAssociation (ASHA) and is licensurequalified by the State EducationDepartment.

Scholarships

The following scholarships areawarded by the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology: the Esau A.and Susan S. Sam Scholarship, theSchaffer Family Scholarship, theRebecca Snyder MemorialScholarship, the Lt. Gen. Louis E.Woods Scholarship, the Henry C. andIda H. Youngerman Scholarship,Gustave and Geraldine WernerFoundation scholarships, and theConstantine Barker Endowment.

Requirements for all AcademicMajors

Students who are at or near 60 credithours must hold a minimum GPA of2.75 both overall and in all speechpathology and audiology coursescompleted in order to remain in theB.S.Ed. program.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofScience in Education, Speech andLanguage Disabilities, and InitialCertification (available through May2009 graduation)

Hrs.

SPA 250 Speech and LanguageDevelopment

3

SPA 268 Phonetics 3SPA 280 Introduction to

Speech-LanguagePathology

3

SPA 310 The Speech and HearingMechanism

3

SPA 316 Speech Science 3SPA 322 Hearing Problems and

Tests3

SPA 323 Phonological andLanguage Disorders

3

SPA 328 Clinical Methods, Speechand Hearing

3

SPA 329 Clinical Practice(co-requisite SPA 331)

3

SPA 331 Lecture and StaffingClinical Practice(co-requisite SPA 329)

1

SPA 400 Foundations of SpeechLanguage Pathology in anEducational Setting

2

SPA 418 Speech-LanguagePathology II

3

SPA 419 Aural Habilitation andRehabilitation

3

SPA 432 Student Teaching of theSpeech and LanguageDisabilities

10

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Any 200 level statistics course fromSUNY Fredonia or approved transfercourse from another institution

Required for Initial Certification:

EDU 215 Education in AmericanSociety or equivalent

3


3

EDU 276 Literacy and Technology in Elementary School

3

9

The New York State EducationDepartment requires a Child AbuseSeminar as well as a ViolencePrevention Seminar for all studentsbeing recommended for teachingcertification; Childhood Education,Early Childhood Education,Adolescence Education, and SpeechPathology/Audiology. These studentsmust successfully complete the NewYork State Teacher ExaminationProgram. Students are required todemonstrate competence in a foreignlanguage. This requirement may besatisfied in any one of the followingfour ways: (1) completion of course

work at the 116 level at Fredonia, or(2) transferring of two successfulcollege semesters of a foreignlanguage, or (3) scoring at the 50thpercentile or higher on the CLEPexam, or (4) completion of three yearsof high school language with a passing score on the Regents examination(passing = 65). The College CoreCurriculum (CCC) foreign languagerequirement differs from thecertification requirements and must besatisfied for degree conferral.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts in Communication Disordersand Sciences

Hrs.

SPA 250 Speech and LanguageDevelopment

3

SPA 268 Phonetics 3SPA 280 Speech-Language

Pathology I3


3

SPA 316 Speech Science 3

SPA 322 Hearing Problems andTests

3


3

SPA 328 Clinical Methods, Speechand Hearing

3

SPA 400 Foundations of SpeechPathology in anEducational Setting

2

SPA 418 Speech-LanguagePathology II

3

SPA 419 Aural Habilitation andRehabilitation

3

In 2008, add SPA 398, 399 and 410 to replace SPA 328

Any 200 level statistics course fromSUNY Fredonia or approved transfercourse from another institution

Recommended for Future Certification:

EDU 215 Education in AmericanSociety

3


3

EDU 276 Literacy and Technology in Elementary School

3

9

Requirements for a Minor in Speech and Language Disabilities

Eighteen credit hours including:SPA 250 Speech and Language

Development3

SPA 268 Phonetics 3SPA 280 Introduction to

Speech-LanguagePathology

3

SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY 81

Plus 9 credit hours selected from: 9

SPA 206 Fundamentals in Acoustics


SPA 322 Hearing Problems andTests


SPA 418 Stuttering and VoiceProblems

SPA 490 Independent Study

A graduate program is available inthe department; for moreinformation, see the separateGraduate Catalog or contact theOffice of Graduate Studies at (716)673-3808.

SPORT AND EXERCISESTUDIES(Interdisciplinary Studies minor only)

Coordinators:

Charles Davis, ChairpersonHealth, Wellness and RecreationOffice: 123 Dods Hall(716) 673-3101E-mail: [email protected]

Bruce Klonsky, ProfessorDepartment of PsychologyOffice: W339 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3892E-mail: [email protected]

The Sport and Exercise Studiesinterdisciplinary minor has three trackoptions. The Athletic CoachingCertification Track (19 credit hours),The Sports Administration andCommunications Track and the Sportand Exercise Sciences Track, whichhave 21 and 22-27 credit hourrequirements, respectively. Each trackwill include some required courses,and areas of concentration/specialization where there will be achoice of electives. For each track,the electing of an applied outsideexperience (i.e., practicum/internshipor independent study) will beencouraged.

The Athletic Coaching Track preparesstudents to meet the New York Stateestablished criteria to qualify to coachin elementary and secondary schoolsand in youth recreation programs. Students can organize 19 credit hoursneeded for graduation to meet thestate mandate for strenuous/contactactivities and non-strenuous/non

contact activities. Core courses relateto philosophy, principles andorganization of athletics in education;health sciences applied to coaching(e.g. First Aid, Psychology ofCoaching, and Adult CPR); andtechniques and technical aspects ofcoaching.

The Sports Administration andCommunication Track (21 credithours) will expose students to (a) thebehavioral dimensions of sport, (b)general management andorganizational skills and issues, (c)sport-specific management principles,strategies, and issues (d) marketing,finance, and legal issues, (e)communication and ethical issues.

The course categories included in thistrack were strongly influenced by theSport Management ProgramStandards established by the NationalAssociation for Sport and PhysicalEducation and the North AmericanSociety for Sport Management. Thistrack will aid in the preparation andviability of students for jobs andgraduate work in sports management,marketing, and public relations.

The Sport and Exercise SciencesTrack (22-27 credit hours) will exposestudents to scientific principles andissues related to sport and exercise. The contributions of the behavioral,social and physical sciences(psychology, sociology andphysiology) will be emphasized. Thecore courses for this track includeSport Psychology, the Sociology ofSport, and the Physiology of Exerciseand Sport. Students will also berequired to choose one course in each of the following concentration areas:(a) physiological bases, (b) group andorganizational contexts, (c)developmental and educational issues and principles, and (d) personality,assessment, and counseling issues.

The course categories utilized in thistrack are strongly influenced by thecriteria that the Association for theAdvancement of Applied SportPsychology requires for thecertification of doctoral-levelprofessional sport consultants. Thistrack will aid in the preparation ofstudents for graduate work dealingwith sport and exercise behavior within their discipline (e.g. psychology,sociology, kinesiology, and exercisescience). It will also provide importantinformation about sport and exercise

behavior for those planning to becoaches, fitness specialists, physicaltherapists, and athletic trainers.

A maximum of 12 credit hours may betaken in the Sport and ExerciseScience tract from any one department in fulfilling the requirements of thisminor.

Athletic Coaching Track:(19 credit hours)

Required Core Courses: Hrs.


3

PHED 210 Principles of SportManagement

3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology* 3PHED 315 Prev. and Care of Ath.

Injuries*3

PHED 321 Coaching Techniques 2

Elective Courses: Select courses totaling 5 credit hours from the following listing:EDU 349 Educational Psychology* 3

HLTH 300 Education in Drugs,Alcohol and Tobacco**

1

HLTH 302 Stress Management 1

HLTH 303 Fitness and Nutrition 2

PHED 318 Athletic Training Internship 3PHED 399 Independent Readings 1-3

PHED 499 Independent Study 1-3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology* 3SOC 335 Sociology of Sport* 3

PSY 247 Health Psychology* 3

PHED 400 Internship 1-6


**Education majors only

Sports Administration andCommunication Track: (21 credit hours)

Required Core Courses: Hrs.


3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology* 3SOC 335 Sociology of Sport* 3

Elective Courses: (one course required ofstudents)BUAD 321 Manag. and Organ.

Behav.*3

PSY 347 Indust./Organ.Psychology*

3



Areas of Concentration

Select three courses from the following two areas

Marketing, Finance and Legal Issues:

Hrs.BUAD 310 Legal Envir. of Business 3

BUAD 330 Human ResourceManagement*

3

BUAD 325 Principles of Marketing* 3

BUAD 340 Marketing Research* 3

PHIL 310 Administrative Ethics 3


Communications and Ethical Issues:

Hrs.

COMM 200 Electr. Media Writing* 3

COMM 251 Audio Production I 3COMM 255 TV Production I* 3

ENGL 270 Intro. to Print Media 3

ENGL 368 Intro. to Public Relations 3ENGL 370 Report. and News. Writ.* 3

COMM 420 Comm. Law and Ethics* 3BUAD 480 Business Internship 3

COMM 480 Communication Internship 3

ENGL 468 Public Relations Internship 3PHED 400 Health and Wellness

Internship1-6


Sport and Exercise Sciences Track(at least 22 credit hours)

Required Core Courses: Hrs.PHED 200 Physiology of Exercise

and Sport3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology* 3

SOC 335 Sociology of Sport* 3

Elective Course: (one course)

PSY 247 Health Psychology* 3PHED, PSY, SOC Internship 1-6

Areas of Concentration

Physiological Bases: (one course)

PHED 315 Prev. and Care of Ath.Injuries

3

PSY 351 Physiological Psychology* 3

Group and Organizational Contexts:(one course)

PSY 355 Group Dynamics* 3PSY 347 Indust./Organ.

Psychology*3

SOC 325 Complex Organizations 3

Developmental and EducationalIssues: (one course)EDU 225 Developmental

Psychology3

EDU 349 Educational Psychology* 3

PSY 349 Child Psychology* 3PSY 364 Cognitive Development* 3

PSY 365 Social Development* 3

Personality, Assessment and CounselingIssues: (one course)

PSY 317 Tests and Measurements* 3

PSY 246 Personality* 3PSY 356 Abnormal Psychology* 3

SOC 310 Sociology of DeviantBehavior

3

SOC 311 Sociology of Addiction 3


Note: An independent study orinternship in Health and Wellness,Psychology or Sociology can besubstituted for one (1) course in theseareas of concentration.

SPORT MANAGEMENTAND EXERCISESCIENCE(Interdisciplinary Studies major)

Coordinators:

Charles Davis, ChairpersonHealth, Wellness and RecreationOffice: 123 Dods Hall(716) 673-3101E-mail: [email protected]

Bruce Klonsky, ProfessorDepartment of PsychologyOffice: W339 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3892E-mail: [email protected]

The major in Sports Management andExercise Science intends to preparestudents for careers in profit andnonprofit organizations and ineducation, recreation and the fitnessindustry. Typically, a student whocompletes a major in this area has thepotential to be employed in thefollowing areas: Sports Administration, Program Manager (schools and theprivate sector), Sports Merchandising,Sports Reporter, Sporting GoodsSales, Sports Accounting, SportsThemed Restaurant Manager, SportsAgent, Sports Journalism, SportsMarketing, Sports Concessions,Physical Fitness Trainer, Research,Facility Manager, and GraduateAssistant.

SUNY Fredonia offers anInterdisciplinary Studies Bachelor ofScience degree in SportsManagement, Exercise Science, andSport and Exercise Psychology. These three career tracks follow the protocols established by the North AmericanSociety for Sport Management(NASSM) (Sports Management Track),

the National Association for Sport andPhysical Education (NASPE) (Exercise Science Track), and the Associationfor the Advancement of Applied SportPsychology (AAASP) (Sport andExercise Psychology Track).

Sport Management Track (36 credithours)

The NASSM has established thefollowing content/skill areas for theundergraduate major in SportManagement: Social and CulturalDimensions, Management andLeadership, Ethics, Marketing,Communication, Budget, Finance,Legal Aspects, Economics,Governance, and a Field Experience.

Exercise Science Track (37 credithours)

The Applied Exercise Council of(NASPE) established the followingnational program guidelines for anundergraduate degree in ExerciseScience. Foundation Science Core:anatomy, physiology, prevention andcare of injuries, biomechanics, first aid, CPR and emergency procedures forexercise settings. ExercisePrescription for Normal and SpecialPopulations: exercise testing, exercise class leadership, and exercise andaging. Specific knowledge relating tophysiological testing and programleadership. Exercise prescription:interpreting exercise testing results,safety issues; individualized fitnessprescriptions and re-evaluation offitness programs; understandingprecautions and modifications ofexercise programs such as altitude,temperatures, environmental pollution, type; intensity, frequency, progressionof an exercise program, and fitness for special populations. Exercise andAging: knowledge of aging process.Health Promotion: competency innutrition, weight control, stressmanagement, goal setting, substanceabuse. Administrative Tasks:knowledge of the organization andmanagement of a fitness programsuch as facility scheduling,management, equipment purchasing,marketing and legal liability. HumanRelations: written communicationsskills including writing business letters, reports and business proposals,speaking, motivating, programadherence and retention. ProfessionalDevelopment: knowledge oforganizations, publications, programs,professionals and career planning.

SPORT MANAGEMENT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE 83

Practical Experience: practicalexperience for entry level fitnessspecialist; includes observation and an internship.

Sport and Exercise PsychologyTrack (35-36 credit hours)

The Association for the Advancementof Applied Sports Psychology(AAASP) has established the following guidelines for competencies for sportpsychology professionals: scientificand professional ethics and standards; knowledge of disciplines such ashealth and exercise psychology andperformance enhancement;biomechanical and/or physiologicalbases of sport, historical, philosophical and motor behavior bases of sport;basic counseling skills; skills andtechniques related to sport or exercise(e.g. coaching skills, techniques andparticipation in sports and exercise),skills related to research design,statistics and psychologicalassessment; cognitive-affective basesof behavior (cognition, emotion,learning, motivation, motordevelopment); social bases ofbehavior (cultural and ethnic bases,group processes, gender roles;organization and systems theory,social psychology and sociology ofsport); aspects of individual behaviorincluding development, personalityand individual differences.

Sports Management Track(36 credit hours)


3

BUAD 330 Human ResourcesManagement

3

BUAD 325 Introduction to Marketing 3


3


3

PHED 211 Facility Management 3

PHIL 211 Philosophy of Sport 3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology 3SOC 335 Sociology of Sport 3

Choose one of the following courses: BUAD 321 Principles of Management

or 3

PSY 347 Industrial/Organ.Psychology

Internship:

PHED 400 Sports Man. Internship 6

Elective Courses: Recommended as freeelectives beyond the core requirements.BUAD 310 Legal Environment of

Business3

COMM 105 Public Speaking 3

COMM 110 Desktop Presentation 1

COMM 112 Desktop Video 1

COMM 322 Public Relations Writing 3HLTH 303 Stress Management 1

INDS 220 Intro. Ethnicity and Race 3

PHED 139 Weight Training Fitness 2PHED 321 Coaching Techniques 2

PHED 499 Independent Study 3PSY 355 Group Dynamics 3

Internships

Internships are an integral aspect ofthe program. Students will be placed in service organizations, recreationcenters, public school athleticprograms, sporting goods firms, fitness centers, etc. The major requires 400clock hours of internship. The timecommitment may be met by interningduring the summer or early fall.Students must meet all transportationand living expenses while involved inthe intern experience.

Exercise Science Track(37 credit hours)

BUAD 235 Intro. to BusinessCommunication

3


3


3


3

PHED 211 Facility Management 3

BIOL 221 Human Anatomy 3

PHED 200 Physiology of Exerciseand Sport

3

PHED 201 Physiology of Exerciseand Sport Lab

1

PHED 301 Kinesiology 3

PHED 302 Ex. Prescription andResearch Statistics

3

PHED 315 Prevention and Care ofAthletic Injuries

3

PSY 237 Sport Psychology 3

Choose one course from the following:

PHED 400 Internship

or 3PHED 499 Independent Study

Elective Courses: recommended as freeelectives beyond the major requirements.

HLTH 302 Stress Management 1HLTH 303 Fitness and Nutrition 2

PHED 101 Aqua-Aerobics 1

PHED 124 Aerobics 1PHED 125 Step Aerobics 1

PHED 139 Weight Training Fitness 2PHED 311 Facility Management 3

PHED 318 Prev. and Care of AthleticInj. Internship

3

PHED 322 Personal Fitness Trainer 1PHED 321 Coaching Techniques 2

PHED 499 Independent Study 3

PHIL 211 Philosophy of Sport 3

PSY 247 Health Psychology 3PSY 447 Introduction to Counseling 3

PSY 351 Physiological Psychology 3

SOC 335 Sport Sociology 3

Internship/Independent Study

An internship and/or independentstudy will be offered as part of theExercise Science Track. Students willbe placed in appropriate settings inwhich they can develop personal skillsand an understanding of sport science. Students must meet all transportationand living expenses while involved inthe intern experience.

Sport and Exercise PsychologyTrack (35-36 credit hours)

PHED 200 Physiology of Exerciseand Sport

3

PHED 210 Principles of SportsAdmin.

3

PHED 301 Kinesiology 3PSY 237 Sport Psychology 3

PSY 247 Health Psychology 3

SOC 335 Sport Sociology 3

Choose one (1) course from the followingResearch courses:

PSY 210 Research Methodsor 3

PSY 317 Tests and Measurements

Choose one (1) course from the followingDevelopmental courses:


orPSY 289 Lifespan Human

Development3

or

PSY 349 Child Psychology

Choose 1 course from the following Groupand Organizational Context courses:

PSY 347 Industrial/OrganizationalPsychologyor 3

PSY 355 Group Dynamics

Choose 1 course from the followingPersonality and Counseling courses:

PSY 246 Personality

or 3PSY 447 Introduction to Counseling

Choose 1 course from the following Applied Sports courses:HLTH 386 Wellness and Health

Promotion3

or

PHED 321 Coaching Techniques 2or

PSY 238 PerformanceEnhancement

3


Choose 1 course/practical experience fromthe following courses:

PHED 400 Internship

or 3PHED 499or PSY 489

Independent Study

Internship/Independent Study

An internship and/or independentstudy are an integral aspect of theSport and Exercise Psychology Track.Students will be placed in appropriateservice organizations in which theycan develop personal skills and stillhonor aspects of confidentiality.Students must meet all transportationand living expenses while involved inthe intern experience. Independentstudy will allow the student to exploretopics related to sport and exercisepsychology in depth.

THEATRE AND DANCE Office: 212 Rockefeller Arts Center (716) 673-3596 E-mail:[email protected] E. Rees, Chairperson

It is the mission of the Department ofTheatre and Dance to provide trainingfor professional, community, andacademic theatres within theframework of the liberal arts education.

The Department of Theatre and Dance offers the Bachelor of Arts andBachelor of Fine Arts degrees inseveral areas. The Bachelor of Artsdegree is a General Theatre Studiesprogram. The Bachelor of Fine Artsdegree programs are limited to thosestudents who demonstrate excellenceor the potential for excellence inDance, Acting or Production andDesign. They are designed for thosestudents who enter the university witha firm idea of their professional goals.

In conjunction with the School ofMusic, the department offers studyleading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts inMusical Theatre degree. Contact thedepartment for information regardingauditions or portfolio reviews for allB.F.A. programs.

Minors in Theatre or Dance areavailable as well, allowing the pursuitof a secondary interest in theatre ordance as support for a major area or

for personal growth and satisfaction.Theatre students may participate inthe Walter Gloor Mainstage Series ofdepartmental productions and thePerforming Arts Company (PAC), astudent-run theatre group at theuniversity. PAC presents twoproductions each semester andsponsors workshops and experimental theatre productions. The departmentpresents five productions each year.

Juniors and seniors who contributesignificantly to the theatre programand who attain a grade point averageof 3.25 in their major may be eligiblefor Alpha Psi Omega, the nationalhonorary dramatic society.

Admission to the Department

Bachelor of Arts - General TheatreStudies

All students who indicate Theatre astheir first major preference and areacademically accepted by theuniversity are automatically admittedto the Bachelor of Arts GeneralTheatre Studies program.

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting

In addition to admittance to theuniversity, students must auditionduring the year prior to enteringFredonia on one of the designatedaudition dates. Audition informationand application forms are availablefrom the Department of Theatre andDance office or on the departmentalwebsite.

Transfer students should audition forthe B.F.A. Acting program during thesemester before transferring. TheB.F.A. Acting degree requires fouryears for completion.

Bachelor of Fine Arts – Dance

(Note: This degree program is listedpending approval of the SUNYProvost’s Program Review)

The B.F.A. in Dance provides trainingfor dance professionals within a liberalarts education. In addition to intensivetechnical training in a variety of dancestyles, additional studies inchoreography, repertory, dancehistory, kinesiology, and musicaltraining are required. The Danceprogram curriculum is consistent withthe guidelines developed by TheNational Association of Schools ofDance. Acceptance to the Dancemajor is by audition only. Auditioninformation and application forms are

available from the Department ofTheatre and Dance office or on thedepartmental website.

Dance majors are required to auditionfor the Fredonia Dance Ensemble, thepre-professional training ensemble.Dance majors are expected to take atleast one or two technique classes per semester. They are welcome toparticipate in the assorted dance clubs on campus. The dance programsponsors activities throughout the year including performances, masterclasses, and workshops withprofessional artists.

Dance majors are required tocomplete a minor, allowing the pursuitof a secondary interest or as supportfor professional career goals.Recommended minors include ArtsAdministration (21 credit hours),Theatre (22 credit hours), BusinessAdministration (24 credit hours),Communication (18 credit hours), FilmStudies (21 credit hours), or Sport andExercise Sciences (22 credit hours).

Bachelor of Fine Arts - MusicalTheatre

For admission and degreerequirements see page 66.

Bachelor of Fine Arts – TheatricalProduction and Design

In addition to admittance to theuniversity, prospective students mustinterview with the production anddesign faculty for acceptance into theprogram. A portfolio of creative workshould be part of this process. Thismay be done during the year prior toattending Fredonia or B.A. GeneralTheatre Studies’ students may beadmitted during their first year inresidence. Students who are accepted into the B.F.A. Theatrical Productionand Design program select a specifictrack of study from the followingoptions: Costume Design, LightingDesign, Technical Production orScenic Design. Each track of study isoutlined below.

Additional Requirements

Transfer students admitted into B.F.A.degree programs should expect tospend a minimum of three years onthe SUNY Fredonia campus.

In addition to the specific andindividual courses, there are periodicreviews of achievement/improvement for the B.F.A. Acting and B.F.A.

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Production and Design student withthe purpose of determiningadvancement/retention. At theconclusion of the fourth semester, theperformance or design faculty reviewsthe student and a determination madeas to permission for continuance in the program. Students with unfavorableevaluations will not be permitted tocontinue study in the B.F.A. but maycontinue in the B.A. General TheatreStudies program.

Students in the B.F.A. Acting programmust present acting juries at theconclusion of each semester, andmust perform a senior recital or aleading role in a departmentalproduction during their fourth year.

B.F.A. Acting and Musical Theatremajors are required to audition for allDepartment of Theatre and Danceproductions.

B.F.A. Theatrical Production andDesign students, prior to graduation,must formally present portfolios andparticipate in the senior design exhibit.

All Theatre and Dance majors andminors are required to completeTheatre Practice obligations that arepractical extensions of the classroomand vary in accordance with thespecific programs. The TheatrePractice commitment requiresapproximately eight (8) clock hours per week but may, in certain cases,require significantly more time.Theatre Practice credit does not counttoward the total number of creditsrequired in the B.F.A. Musical Theatredegree program.

All department majors mustsuccessfully complete a minimum of30 upper-level credit hours andappropriate supporting courses asdetermined by faculty advisement.Students who are on academicprobation will not be permitted toperform in public performances nor will major technical production crewassignments be permitted.

Transfer students in the B.A. GeneralTheatre Studies degree program mustcomplete at least 60 percent (27 credit hours) of their major at Fredonia.

Degree Requirements for Bachelorof Arts - General Theatre Studies

Hrs.


THEA 101- 102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 114 Intro. to Performing Arts 3

THEA 117 Script Analysis 3

THEA 121 Intro. to Tech. Theatre 3THEA 133 Intro. to Acting 3

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 220 Makeup 1

THEA 301- 302

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 401- 402

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 441 Directing I 3

THEA 451- 452

History of the Theatre I & II 6

THEA 460 Theatre Management 3THEA 481 Senior Seminar 1

THEA XXX Electives 6

Total: 41 credit hours

Students in the B.A. General TheatreStudies program must complete a total of 79 credit hours outside their major.

Degree Requirements for Bachelorof Fine Arts - Acting

Hrs.

THEA 100 Theatre Majors Seminar 1THEA 101- 102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 121 Intro. to Tech. Theatre 3

THEA 131 Acting Studio:Improvisation

3


3

THEA 140 Stage Dialects 3

THEA 201- 202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 220 Makeup 1

THEA 231- 232


6

THEA 233- 234

Acting Lab 2

THEA 242- 243

Acting Studio: Introductionto Voice and Movement I& II

6

THEA 244-245

Voice and Movement Lab 2

THEA 301- 302

Theatre Practice 2


3

THEA 345 Acting Studio: Voice andMovement III

3

THEA 346 Acting Studio: Voice andMovement IV

3

THEA 363- 364

Voice and Movement Lab 2

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice 2


THEA 433 Acting Studio:Shakespeare

3

THEA 451- 452

History of the Theatre I & II 6

THEA 499 Performance/ProductionSeminar

3

ENGL 412- 414

Early and LaterShakespeare

6

70

Plus two courses from the following 4-6

THEA 353 History of Musical TheatreTHEA 432 Acting Studio: Musical

Theatre Styles

DANC 111 Modern Technique IDANC 112 Ballet I

DANC 113 Jazz Dance I

DANC 114 Tap Dance IDANC 211 Modern Technique II

ARTH 101 Art in Culture fromPrehistory to 1400


HIST 115 Western Civilization I

HIST 116 Western Civilization IMUS 263 Music History in Western

Civilization I


Total: 74-76 credit hours

Degree Requirements for Bachelorof Fine Arts – Dance

Hrs.DANC 111 Modern Technique I 2

DANC 211 Modern Technique II 2DANC 311 Modern Technique III 2

DANC 112 Ballet I 2

DANC 212 Ballet II 2DANC 312 Ballet III 2

DANC 113 Jazz Dance I 2

DANC 213 Jazz Dance II 2

DANC 313 Jazz Dance III 2

DANC 114 Tap Dance I 2DANC 214 Tap Dance II 2

(Must complete 16 hours at 200 or 300level and at least 4 credit hours each inballet, modern, and jazz. Students will beplaced based on experience anddemonstrated proficiency.)

DANC 110 Dance Productions(1 credit hour taken twice)

2

DANC 241 Dance Improvisation 2

DANC 250 Dance Ensemble(1 credit hour taken 6times)

6

DANC 260 Dance Kinesiology 3

DANC 264 Choreography I 3

DANC 364 Choreography II 3DANC 341 Selected Topics in Dance 1-3

DANC 353 Dance History 3

DANC 460 Senior Project(1 credit hour taken twice)

2

DANC Electives by Advisement 6



THEA 130 Acting for Non-Majors or 3

THEA 133 Intro. to ActingTHEA 220 Makeup 1

MUS 101 Music Theory I 3

MUS 115 Music Appreciation 3MUS 131 Applied Musicianship I 1

PHED 126 Body Sculpting

or 2PHED 139 Weight Training

HLTH 303 Fitness and Nutrition 2

Total: 71 – 73 credit hours

B.F.A. Dance majors are required tocomplete a minor.

Degree Requirements for Bachelorof Fine Arts - Theatrical Productionand Design

Hrs.

Costume Design TrackCore Courses (48 credit hours)

THEA 100 Freshman Seminar 1

THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice 2


THEA 123 Intro. to Tech. Production 3THEA 125 Drawing and Drafting for

the Theatre3

THEA 130or 133

Acting for Non Majors orIntro. to Acting

3

THEA 220 Makeup 1THEA 222 Stagecraft I 3

THEA 226 Scene Painting I 3

THEA 303 Rendering I 1THEA 315 Dramatic Imagination 3

THEA 381 Technical Seminar (.5credit taken six times)

3


THEA 451 Theatre History I 3

THEA 452 Theatre History II 3THEA 481 Senior Seminar 1


3

Required Design Courses (12 credit hours)THEA 223 Lighting I 3

THEA 326 Scene Design I 3THEA 327 Costume Design I 3

THEA 328 Costume Design II 3

Costume Courses (26 credit hoursminimum)ART 150 Drawing I 3

ART 252 Life Drawing I 3

THEA 228 Costume Construction I 3THEA 304 Rendering II 1

THEA 305 Rendering III 1THEA 319 Costume Construction II 3

THEA 321 Dyeing and Distressing 3

THEA 325 History of Fashion 3THEA 329 Flat Patterning 3

THEA 420 Special Studies – Draping 3


Lighting Design TrackCore Courses (48 credit hours)

THEA 100 Freshman Seminar 1THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice 2


THEA 123 Intro. to Tech. Production 3THEA 125 Drawing and Drafting for

the Theatre3

THEA 130 Acting for Non-Majors

or 3THEA 133 Introduction to Acting



THEA 303 Rendering I 1THEA 315 Dramatic Imagination 3

THEA 381 Technical Seminar (.5credit taken six times)

3

THEA 441 Directing I 3THEA 451 Theatre History I 3

THEA 452 Theatre History II 3

THEA 481 Senior Seminar 1THEA 499 Performance/Production

Seminar3

Required Design Courses (15 credit hours)THEA 223 Lighting I 3

THEA 245 Sound Design 3

THEA 324 Lighting II 3THEA 326 Scene Design I 3

THEA 327 Costume Design I 3

Required Art History Courses (6 credithours)

ARTH 101 History of Art to 1400 3

ARTH 102 History of Art 1400 toPresent

3

Elective Courses (17 credits minimum)

ART 150 Drawing I 3HLTH 115 First Aid Skills and

Knowledge3

THEA 221 Computer Drawing I 3


THEA 305 Rendering III 1

THEA 322 Stagecraft II 3THEA 328 Costume Design II

or 3

THEA 426 Scene Design IITHEA 334 Computer Drawing II 3

THEA 420 Special Studies (in another area)

3

THEA 427 Scene Painting II 3

THEA 460 Theatre Management 3


Technical Production TrackCore Courses (48 credit hours)

THEA 100 Freshman Seminar 1

THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice 2


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THEA 123 Intro. to Tech. Production 3

THEA 125 Drawing and Drafting forthe Theatre

3

THEA 130 Acting for Non Majorsor 3

THEA 133 Intro. to Acting


THEA 226 Scene Painting I 3THEA 303 Rendering I 1

THEA 315 Dramatic Imagination 3

THEA 381 Technical Seminar (.5 credit taken six times)

3


THEA 451 Theatre History I 3

THEA 452 Theatre History II 3THEA 481 Senior Seminar 1


3

Required Technical Courses (15 credithours)


THEA 223 Lighting I 3THEA 326 Set Design I 3

THEA 322 Stagecraft II 3

THEA 334 Computer Drawing II 3

Elective Courses (23 credit hours minimum)


3

ART 150 Drawing I 3COMM 101 Fundamentals of

Communication3


3


3

PHYS 121 College Physics I 3

THEA 228 Costume Construction I 3THEA 245 Sound Design 3

THEA 304 Rendering II 1

THEA 305 Rendering III 1THEA 324 Lighting II 3

THEA 338 Special Topics I 3

THEA 420 Special Studies in anotherarea

3

THEA 426 Scene Design II 3

THEA 460 Theatre Management 3


Scene Design TrackCore Courses (48 credit hours)

THEA 100 Freshman Seminar 1THEA 101-102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 201-202

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 301-302

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 401-402

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 121 Intro. to Tech. Theatre 3THEA 123 Intro. to Tech. Production 3

THEA 125 Drawing and Drafting forthe Theatre

3

THEA 130 Acting for Non Majors

or 3

THEA 133 Intro. to ActingTHEA 220 Makeup 1

THEA 222 Stagecraft I 3

THEA 226 Scene Painting I 3THEA 303 Rendering I 1

THEA 315 Dramatic Imagination 3THEA 381 Technical Seminar (.5

credit taken six times)3


THEA 451 Theatre History I 3THEA 452 Theatre History II 3

THEA 481 Senior Seminar 1


3

Required Design Courses (15 credit hours)

THEA 223 Lighting I 3THEA 324 Lighting II 3

THEA 326 Scene Design I 3

THEA 327 Costume Design I 3THEA 426 Scene Design II 3

Required Art History Courses (6 credithours)

ARTH 101 History of Art to 1400 3ARTH 102 History of Art 1400 to

Present 3

Elective Courses (20 credit hours minimum)ART 150 Drawing I 3



THEA 305 Rendering III 1THEA 322 Stagecraft II 3

THEA 328 Costume Design II 3

THEA 334 Computer Drawing II 3THEA 420 Special Studies (SP3) 3


THEA 460 Theatre Management 3Any Studio ART Course by Permission 3


Requirements for the Minor inTheatre (22 credit hours)

Hrs.

THEA 101- 102

Theatre Practice 2

THEA 114 Intro. to Performing Arts 3THEA 117 Script Analysis 3

THEA 121 Intro. to Tech. Theatre 3THEA 130 Acting for Non-Majors

or 3

THEA 133 Intro. to ActingTHEA 201- 202

Theatre Practice 2

Two of the following:THEA 325 History of Fashion 3

THEA 451 History of Theatre I 3

THEA 452 History of Theatre II 3THEA 460 Theatre Organization and

Management3

Requirements for the Minor inDance (29 credit hours)

The Dance minor is comprised ofdance technique courses in a varietyof styles, with additional studies inchoreography, repertory, dancehistory, kinesiology, and musicaltraining. Students have the opportunity to audition for the Fredonia DanceEnsemble, a pre-professional trainingensemble. The Dance minor cancomplement any major, and is open toall students on campus throughaudition.

A. 10 credit hours

DANC 111, 211, 311: ModernTechnique I, II, III (2 credit hourseach)

DANC 112, 212, 312: Ballet I, II, III(2 credit hours each)

DANC 113, 213, 313: Jazz I, II, III(2 credit hours each)

DANC 114, 214 Tap I, II (2 credit hours each)

Eight credit hours at 200 or 300 level,and at least two credit hours each inballet, modern, and jazz.

Students will be placed based onexperience and proficiency.

B. 19 credit hours:

DANC 264, 364: Choreography I, II(3 credit hours each)

DANC 110 Dance Productions (1credit hour taken twice)

MUS 101 Music Theory I(non-majors)

DANC 250 Dance Ensemble (1credit hour taken twice)

DANC 260 Dance Kinesiology

DANC 353 Dance History

Total credit hours: 29


VISUAL ARTS ANDNEW MEDIA Office: 216 Rockefeller Arts Center (716) 673-3537 E-mail:[email protected] Lee, Chairperson

The Department of Visual Arts andNew Media provides a balanced,comprehensive undergraduateprogram in the practice, theory, andhistory of the visual arts and newmedia. The department offers bothmajors and elective students anopportunity to experience the arts asan important and enriching facet of aliberal arts education. Whether thegoal is a career or advanced study inthe arts and new media, or simply agreater understanding of art andtechnology’s cultural impact, thecurriculum offers a dynamic mix ofstudios, lectures, and seminars. Theprogram provides a comprehensivefoundation of design skills andconceptual approaches to visualexpression. Visual Arts and NewMedia majors study an interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizing the concepts,theories, design, aesthetics and skillsthat inform all visual arts, includingthose involving electronic mediatedexpression. Content consists oftraditional methods and materials,emerging technologies, and the ideasinherent in art making and artawareness.

The department’s graduates possessa unique set of hybrid skills thatprovide a critical edge for leadership

positions in the competitive andevolving marketplace.

Graduates have successful careers incorporate and public settings as artdirectors, working artists anddesigners, teachers, creativefreelancers, and owners of potterystudios, photo studios and designfirms. Others work as photographer’sassistants, web designers, gallerydirectors, exhibition curators, and inthe special effects industry for film and entertainment. Many Visual Arts andNew Media graduates have also beenaccepted into some of the country’sbest graduate schools for advancedstudy.

Degree Programs

The department offers Visual Arts andNew Media majors multipleopportunities for professionaleducation in studio specialties and arthistory through various degreeoptions. Students may receive aBachelor of Arts degree in Art Historyor in Visual Arts and New Media or aBachelor of Fine Arts degree isavailable with majors in Animation and Illustration, Ceramics, Drawing andPainting, Graphic Design, Media Arts, Photography or Sculpture. Students inthe department may also consider dual majoring between the studio and arthistory degree programs. TheBachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in ArtHistory offers a wide variety of courses ranging from ancient times to thetwentieth century. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Visual Arts and New Mediadegree is a balanced, comprehensiveoverview of the range of creative and

career possibilities in different media,with the added benefit of incorporatingan interdisciplinary pedagogy within atraditional liberal arts curriculum. Bothof these degree options, more generalthan the Bachelor of Fine Art (B.F.A.),provide an excellent grounding forstudents interested in dual majors orgraduate studies in areas such assecondary education, art therapy,imaging technologies in the visual arts, advertising and marketing, publicrelations or arts administration.

The Bachelor of Fine Art (B.F.A.) inspecific majors emphasizes the rangeof skills, theories and media necessary for the development of the designer orcreative artist. The creative process,from inception to presentation, isemphasized. This degree optionfosters intellectual and creativecuriosity, critical aesthetic thinking,encourages fusion between differentartistic disciplines, and extensive useand evaluation of current technologies. Visual design is of great importance,but equal consideration is given to theconcept and context. The historicalrelationship between an extensiverange of media, and the impact ofinteraction on those media, arethoroughly explored. Criticalawareness, and the ability forself-evaluation, is encouraged anddeveloped. Visual Arts and New Media students may apply after completing aminimum of 27 credit hours in theVisual Arts and New Media courses for a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in aspecialized major.

Students from other departments mayalso receive a Visual Arts and NewMedia minor or an Art History minor tocomplement their major field of study.Minors consult with a departmentadvisor in choosing either a variety ofarts and media arts courses or specific area of study. Art History majors mayalso consider a minor in Visual Artsand New Media as well Visual Artsand New Media studio majors mayconsider a minor in Art History. Minorsshould consult with a departmentadvisor in choosing courses or specific area of study.

Admission to the Program

Admission to the department requiresthe submission of an acceptableportfolio and transcript evaluation forboth freshman and internal andexternal transfer students. Prospective students are required to submit

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documentation of their work, or theymay schedule an in-person review; allaccepted students must haveexamples of their work as slides, CDor DVD-ROMs or other approvedmedia in their departmental file.In-person reviews are recommendedfor all transfer students (both internaland external transfer students).Transfer students are advised that itmay take more than two years atFredonia to complete degreerequirements, depending on theirchosen major. It is recommended thatall prospective students contact theDepartment of Visual Arts and NewMedia for additional informationconcerning portfolios and admissionrequirements.

Visiting Artist Program (VAP)

All Visual Arts and New Media majorsare required to participate in theVisiting Artist Program each semester. The program provides an enrichmentopportunity for exposure to a variety of artists, historians and professionalsfrom around the country.

24-Hour Review

The 24-Hour Review takes place afterstudents have completed, or are in the process of completing, 24 credit hoursin visual arts and new media courses(reviews take place in the springsemester). The purpose of the24-Hour Review is to evaluate studentperformance, offer constructivecriticism and advice, and to help thestudent assess their career goals. Thereview is a mandatory departmentalrequirement. Any student failing toparticipate in the 24-Hour Reviewprocess will be suspended from takingfurther courses in the Department ofVisual Arts and New Media. Art History majors do not participate in 24-HourReview.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)Program

Students wanting to apply for theB.F.A. degree may do so aftercompleting a minimum of 27 credithours in Visual Arts and New Mediacourses. In order to apply for B.F.A.degree status, applicants must haveattained at least a 3.0 average in allVisual Art and New Media courses,including Art History, with a 2.0required for courses taken outside thedepartment to qualify for review.Students native to Fredonia mustapply for B.F.A. status before

completing six semesters of Fredoniacourse work; transfer students mustapply before completing foursemesters of Fredonia course work.Students considering a dual major intwo studio disciplines must apply forboth programs at the same time,selecting area representation fromboth majors. It is the student’sresponsibility to contact the chosenfaculty members individually to discuss their intention to apply for the B.F.A.well in advance of their review. Inareas heavily impacted by enrollment,only a limited number of students maybe admitted to the B.F.A. program.

Students with a 3.25 or higher GPA inall Visual Art and New Media coursesand 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA anda score of 3.5 or greater during the24-Hour Review may gain advancedacceptance to B.F.A. withoutcommittee review. Students waivedout of the review requirement must still receive major area approval andcomplete a Change of Major form foradmittance to the B.F.A. program. AllB.F.A. students are required toparticipate in Senior Exhibition.

Graduation Requirements andSenior Seminar

All Visual Arts and New Mediastudents must maintain a 2.0 averagein the Visual Arts and New MediaFoundation Program. B.A. studentsmust maintain a 2.0 in all Visual Artsand New Media courses to remain inthe program, B.F.A. students mustmaintain a 2.0 in all Visual Arts andNew Media courses and a 3.0 in allmajor courses to remain in their B.F.A. major. Students may repeat courses to improve their class standing. All Visual Arts and New Media students (B.A.and B.F.A.) must submit an exitportfolio documenting their senior work and complete a senior assessmentreport to remain on file in thedepartment. B.F.A. students willsubmit the required material duringART 460: Senior Seminar. B.A.students are required to submit thismaterial to their advisors prior tograduation approval. The materialmust be in their file to receive finalapproval to apply for their degree. Intheir final semester at Fredonia, allB.F.A. students are required to enrollin ART 460: Senior Seminar to present an exhibition of their work. B.A.students are also encouraged to enroll in the course, but participating is not agraduation requirement.

Awards and Enrichments

The Alford Bjurlin Scholarship, theGeorge W. Booth Scholarship, theMarano-Gnirke Scholarship, the Robert W. Marvel Scholarship, theChautauqua Craft Alliance Scholarship, Fredonia Potters Co-op Awards and the Rodney W. Welling MemorialScholarship are given to exceptionalVisual Arts and New Media majors.Additional scholarships are oftenavailable through portfolio competitionson a regional or national level.

The studio and classroom experienceis enriched by participation in thestudent clubs Art Forum, Media ArtsClub and AIGA. Student members ofthese clubs have visited major artmuseums and studios in New York,Toronto, Pittsburgh and Cleveland and have attended photography, sculpture, ceramic and design conferences andworkshops around the country.Internships are available andencouraged for students who wantpractical experience in addition tocourse work in their chosen major. The department assists students inarranging internships either in the U.S. or abroad. The Office of InternationalEducation will assist students with thestudy abroad application process.

Bachelor of Arts in Art HistoryDegree Requirements

Total credit hours required: 42+Visiting Artist Program

Core: (15+ credit hours)Hrs.

ART 100 Visual Concepts 3


3

ARTH 102 Art in Culture from 1400 to the Present

3

ARTH 350 Theory and Methods 3

ARTH 355 Writing About Art 3

27 credit hours of electives distributedas follows:

ART/MEDA studio courses as advised 6200-level Art History courses: one course in ancient, medieval or renaissance artand one course in modern, postmodernor contemporary art

6

300-level Art History courses: one course in ancient, medieval or renaissance artand one course in modern, postmodernor contemporary art

6

200 or 300-level Art History electives 6Art History Practicum: ARTH 490:Teaching Assistant, ARTH 460:Gallery Practicum or ARTH 499:Internship

3


Additional Degree Requirements

All Art History majors (except fordouble majors) are required tocomplete a minor or a full semesterstudy abroad program. Each studentselects a minor in consultation with the advisor. Students may minor in VisualArts and New Media but mustcomplete four (4) studio art coursesbeyond the two (2) required for the ArtHistory major in order to complete theminor.

All Art History majors are also required to write a senior paper. This paper istypically written in ARTH 355: WritingAbout Art. The paper must meet theguidelines that are distributed in ART355 and must be approved by theinstructor of the course.

All Art History majors are stronglyadvised to pursue a foreign languagebeyond the requirement for theCollege Core Curriculum (CCC).Majors interested in pursuing graduate studies in art history should reach theintermediate to advanced level,preferably in French, Italian orGerman. All Art History majors arealso strongly advised to study abroadat some point during theirundergraduate career.

Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts andNew Media Degree Requirements

21-credit hour Foundation Programplus 27 credit hours of DegreeRequirements


Foundation Program: (21 credit hours)Hrs.


3


3


ART 150 Drawing I 3

ART 155 2-D Design 3ART 257 Sculptural Form and

Content

or 3ART 273 Handforming Clay

MEDA 152 Introduction toExperimental Video

or 3MEDA 215 Interactive Art

Degree Requirements: (27 credithours)

Visual Arts/New Media courses at the400-level or above

3

Visual Arts/New Media courses at the300-level or above

9

Art History electives 3

ART/MEDA electives as advised 12

Bachelor of Fine Arts DegreeRequirements (requires admission toa specific major)

21-credit hour Foundation Programplus 52 credit hours of MajorRequirements


Majors: Animation and Illustration,Ceramics, Drawing and Painting,Graphic Design, Media Arts, Photography, or Sculpture.

Foundation Program: (21 credit hours)Hrs.



3


3

ART 150 Drawing I 3ART 155 2-D Design 3

ART 257 Sculptural Form andContent

or 3ART 273 Handforming Clay

MEDA 152 Introduction toExperimental Video

or 3MEDA 215 Interactive Art

Major Requirements: (52 credit hours)

Animation and Illustration

ART 287 Drawing II 3ART 252 Life Drawing I 3

ART 255 Introduction toPhotography

3

ART 258 Figure Modeling 3ART 285 Painting I 3

ART 281 Introduction to Illustration 3ART 282 Introduction to 2-D

Animation3

ART 381 Intermediate Illustration 3

ART 382 Intermediate 2-DAnimation

3

ART 481 Advanced 2-D Animationand Compositing

3

ART 482 Animation and IllustrationCapstone

3

ART and MEDA studio electives 12

(Electives may emphasize anotherconcentration within the visual arts asadvised)

Art History electives 6ART 460 Senior Exhibition 1

Ceramics

Ceramics students must take ART 257Sculptural Form and Content as part of Foundation Program



3

ART 258 Figure Modeling 3ART 273 Handforming Clay 3

ART 274 Pottery on the Wheel 3

ART 285 Painting I 3ART 373 Ceramic Form and

Function3

ART 374 Vessels as Sculpture 3ART 441 Directed Studio Project 3

ART 495 Independent StudioProject

3


(Electives may emphasize another majorwithin the visual arts as advised)

Art History Electives 6ART 460 Senior Seminar 1

Drawing and Painting

ART 287 Drawing II 3

ART 252 Life Drawing I 3ART 253 Life Drawing II 3


3

ART 258 Figure Modeling 3

ART 263 Relief Printing 3

ART 285 Painting I 3ART 368 Monotypes 3

ART 357 3-D Methods andMaterials

or 3ART 373 Ceramic Form and

Function

ART 387 Intermediate Drawing andPainting

3

ART 487 Advanced Drawing andPainting

3

ART 441 Directed Study in Drawingand Painting

3

ART 495 Independent StudioProject

3



Art History electives 6ART 460 Senior Exhibition 1

Graphic Design

ART 151 Drawing II 3ART 255 Introduction to

Photography3

ART 259 Graphic Design I 3ART 260 Graphic Design II 3

ART 353 History of Graphic Design 3

ART 359 Graphic Design III 3ART 360 Graphic Design IV 3

ART 361 Typography I 3

ART 362 Typography II 3ART 401 Graphic Design V 3

ART 402 Graphic Design VI 3

ART 452 Typography III 3ART 462 Design Realities and

Professional Practices3

VISUAL ARTS AND NEW MEDIA 91

Choose two of the following:

ART 252 Life Drawing 3

ART 285 Painting I 3ART 310 Digital Imaging 3

ART 355 Color Photography 3

ART and MEDA studio electives 3Art History electives 3

ART 460 Senior Seminar 1

Media Arts

Media Arts students must take MEDA 152Introduction to Experimental Video as partof Foundation Program

MEDA 105 Computers and Society 3MEDA 215 Interactive Art 3

MEDA 265 Interactivity for the Web 3

MEDA 320 Audio and DesktopMultimedia

3

MEDA 352 Experimental Video 3

MEDA 355 Advanced Interactivity 3

MEDA 410 Advanced ExperimentalVideo

3

MEDA 495 Media Arts Capstone 3


3

MEDA 480 New Media Writing 3


Art History electives 6ART 460 Senior Seminar 1

Photography

ART 252 Life Drawing I 3ART 255 Introduction to

Photography3

ART 263 Relief Printing 3

ART 274 Pottery on the Wheel 3ART 305 Black and White

Technique3

ART 306 Studio Lighting 3

ART 310 Digital Imaging 3ART 355 Color Photography 3

ART 357 3-D Methods andMaterials

3

ART 405 Photographic Inquiry 3

ART 410 Alternative Processes 3

Art History electives 6ART and MEDA electives 12

(Electives may emphasize anotherconcentration within the visual arts asadvised)ART 460 Senior Seminar 1

Sculpture

Sculpture students must take ART 273Handforming Clay as part of FoundationProgramART 287 Drawing II 3



3

ART 257 Sculptural Form andContent

3

ART 258 Figure Modeling 3

ART 285 Painting I 3ART 357 3-D Methods and

Materials3

ART 441 Directed Studio Project 3ART 457 3-D Expression and Craft 3

ART 495 Independent Studio Project 3

Art History electives 6ART and MEDA electives 15

(Electives may emphasize Special Effectsfor Film and Industry as advised)ART 460 Senior Seminar 1

Requirements for the Minor in ArtHistory

Minor Requirements: (18 credit hours)Hrs.


3


3

ARTH 350 Theory and Methods 3

ARTH 355 Writing About Art 3One course selected from 200-levelart history offerings

3

One course selected from 300-levelart history offerings

3

Requirements for the Minor in theVisual Arts and New Media

Minor Requirements: (21 credit hours)Hrs.


3

ART 150 Drawing I 3

ART 155 2-Dimensional Design 3Four courses in any combination fromcourses in Visual and Media Arts

12

The Visual Arts and New Media minorcan easily be organized tocomplement any major. The minormay take a variety of visual and media arts courses or the courses may be ina specific area of study. However, dueto enrollment demands, a minor mayfind it difficult to register for somestudios, so flexibility is important.

Students should consult with adepartment advisor in planning acourse of study as a Visual Arts andNew Media minor.

WOMEN’S STUDIESOffice: W343 Thompson Hall(716) 673-3893Ingrid Johnston-Robledo, Director

Women’s Studies Program OfficeOffice: 171A Fenton Hall(716) 673-3158E-mail: [email protected]

Women’s Studies is the recognitionand examination of the socialconstruction of gender and itsgrouping with class, race, age,ethnicity, nationality and sexualidentity.

Students majoring in Women’s Studies will: become more knowledgeableabout the way gender informs oursocial, economic, political and culturallives; widen their perspective on howgender intersects with national andglobal issues; develop an appreciationfor the connection between educationand social responsibility; anddemonstrate knowledge ofinterdisciplinary feminist researchmethodologies.

The academic core of the Women’sStudies program focuses on:

• an interdisciplinary approach tothe concept of gender as asocial construct;

• a critical and cultural analysis of female experiences throughwork in feminist theory;

• race, ethnicity, nationality,class, age and sexual identityas central categories ofanalysis.

• historical considerations

• the production of feministliterature and visual culture

Student Organizations andActivities

The Women’s Student Union (WSU)provides opportunities for students toprogram special events, participate inrelevant off-campus activities, andsponsor activities to raise awarenessof women’s and gender issues oncampus and in the community.

Women’s History Month, co-sponsored by WSU and Women’s Studies, bringsa diverse array of speakers andperformers to campus in March tocelebrate women’s contributions anddiscuss contemporary issues facingboth women and men. An annual


Women’s Studies Fall Gatheringshowcases recent scholarship inwomen’s studies by affiliate faculty.

An annual Undergraduate Conferenceon Women and Gender celebratesstudent research in women’s studiesand gender-related areas. Studentwinners present summaries of theirwork in a recognition ceremony. Otherannual events include participation inthe V-Day Initiative, Take Back theNight, and Women, Rock and Soul, afundraiser for the Women’s Studiesscholarship.

The Dean’s Award for Excellence inResearch on Gender, a cash award, ispresented during the undergraduateconference for the outstanding researchof the entries submitted. The JeanetteMcVicker Women’s Studies Scholarshipis awarded each year to a Women’sStudies major or minor whodemonstrates both academic excellence and involvement in feminist activism.

Requirements for the Bachelor ofArts in Interdisciplinary Studiesmajor in Women’s Studies

Completion of the interdisciplinarymajor requires a minimum of 36 credithours. Up to 12 hours of transfer credit can be applied to the major, based onapproval by the director. Studentsdeclaring the major in Women’sStudies may use past coursesretroactively after consultation with the director. Three hours of independentstudy can be counted in the major.

Required Courses: (21 hours)

WOST 201 Introduction to Women’sStudies

3

WOST 255/PSY 255

Psychology of Women 3

WOST 301/ENGL 349/PHIL 244

Feminist Theory 3

WOST 302/ANTH 300/SOC 306

Sex and Gender 3

A course on women writers and/orwomen visual artists (e.g., WOST 203/205/304/340)

3

WOST 335/HIST 335

American Women

or 3WOST 220/ HIST 220

Intro to Ethnicity/Race

WOST 400 Women's Studies Portfolio (taken concurrently with401)

0

WOST 401 Feminist Practice 3

Elective Courses: 15 hours. At leastone course from each of the followingthree lists. Within each category,students should take no more thanone course from each departmentalprefix (other than WOST). When acourse is counted in the core, it cannot also be counted as an elective.

A. Gender and Culture:

ENGL 242/INDS 242

American Indian Literature

ENGL 296/AMST 296

American Identities

ENGL 351 Language and Society

HIST 353 U.S. Consumer Culture

WOST 203 Chicana Writers andVisual Artists

WOST 205/ART 205

Women in Art

WOST 220/HIST 220/INDS 220

Introduction toEthnicity/Race

WOST 304/ENGL 304/INDS 304

Latina Literary andCultural Studies

WOST 314/ENGL 314

Women Writers

WOST 335/HIST 335

American Women

WOST 340/ENGL 340

Black Women Writers

WOST 336/HIST 336

African AmericanWomen’s History

WOST 405/LANG 405

French Women Writers

WOST 406/LANG 406

Women in FrenchLiterature

WOST 377 Special Topics

B. Gender and Society:

ECON 312 Women in the Economy

POLI 349 Women in Politics (specialtopics course)

POLI 382 Social Welfare PolicyPSY 276 Human Sexuality

SOC 201 Social Problems

SOC 303 Social Class andInequality

SOC 365 Family Violence

WOST 345/SOC 345

Women, Health, andSociety

WOST 373/COMM 373

Gender andCommunication


C. Gender in a Transnational World:

ANTH 219 Cultural AnthropologyBIO 360 AIDS and STDs


ENGL 395 Non-Western LiteratureHIST 399 Globalism (special topics

course)

PSY 370 Cross-Cultural Psychology


SOC 361 Law and the World

WOST 386/ENGL 386

Women and Film


WOST 490 Independent Study (canbe applied to one of theabove categories, withdirector’s approval)

Requirements for the Minor inWomen’s Studies

Completion of the interdisciplinaryminor requires a minimum of 21 credithours. Up to 6 credit hours of transfercredit may be applied to the minor,based on approval by the director. Nomore than 9 credit hours should beused to fulfill the requirements of thestudent’s major. Students declaringthe Women’s Studies minor may usepast courses retroactively afterconsultation with the director.

Required Courses: (12 credit hours)

WOST 201 Introduction to Women’sStudies

3

WOST 301/ENGL 349/PHIL 244

Feminist Theory 3

WOST 302/ANTH 300/SOC 306

Sex and Gender 3

WOST 401 Feminist Practice 3

Elective Courses: Students shouldtake at least one course from each ofthe content areas for the majorprogram. Within each category, takeno more than one course from eachdepartmental prefix (other thanWOST). No more than 3 credit hoursof electives can be at the 200-level.

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State University of New York atFredonia’s HistorySUNY Fredonia joined the newly-formed State University ofNew York System in 1948 as one of the 11 teacher’scolleges within the university and in 1961 became the State University of New York College at Fredonia with anexpanded mission. Its history dates back to its roots as theFredonia Academy, established in 1826 by the citizens ofFredonia. In 1867 it was named one of the new StateNormal Schools.

The 249-acre campus of SUNY Fredonia is striking in itsbeauty. A traditional brick perimeter encloses a modernsculptured core. Well-kept lawns and wooded areasenhance the beauty of the campus. Facilities on theuniversity campus reflect its diversity and reputation forexcellence.

There are 14 residence halls on the SUNY Fredoniacampus, including corridor and suite-style, as well assemi-private apartments. In addition, several lifestyleoptions are available including residence halls with aWellness Center and an Aerobics Center, computer labs insome residence halls, and Ethernet access in every room.In addition, all residence halls have electronic entry accessfor added safety and security. Hendrix Hall is also the siteof the student-operated television station, WNYF-TV.Residence life offers the added advantage of activitiesplanned by students. Cranston Marché and Erie Hall arethe main dining facilities, supplemented by the WilliamsCenter food services, and cafes in selected buildings. TheUniversity Commons combines Cranston Marché with aresidence hall, bookstore, Starbucks Coffee shop, andconvenience store. Gregory Hall, the first residence hall onthe present campus, was named in honor of formeruniversity president Dr. Leslie R. Gregory, and also is thehome of the Office of Residence Life, the Faculty StudentAssociation, Career Development Office, and UniversityPolice.

The Williams Center, a circular building appropriatelysituated at the center of campus, houses the offices ofCampus Life, Volunteer and Community Services, and theStudent Association, and several major studentorganizations including the student newspaper, The Leader. It also contains a variety of dining options, meeting, activityand recreation spaces, and the Central Ticket Office. DodsHall, one of two athletic facilities, contains classrooms,gymnasia, the Blue Devil Fitness Center, a dance studio,and racquetball courts. Outside are lighted tennis andbasketball courts. Adjacent to Dods is Steele Hall, whichcontains an indoor ice skating rink, track/basketball arena,and the university’s natatorium/swimming and diving facility. A new soccer/lacrosse field/stadium opens in 2007.

Enhancing student and community life is the Michael C.Rockefeller Arts Center, a magnificent performing andvisual arts facility. In addition to classrooms, the facilitycontains the 1,200-seat King Concert Hall, the 400-seatMarvel Theatre, and Bartlett Theatre, and two art galleries.

LoGrasso Hall is the home of the Student Health Center,the Counseling Center, and the Office of InternationalEducation. McEwen Hall includes lecture halls, classrooms,a television studio and Fredonia Radio Systems. Reed

Library, named in honor of Daniel A. Reed of Sheridan,plays a key role in the teaching and learning process asstudents and faculty make heavy use of over 18 millionvolumes that comprise the holdings of the SUNY libraries.Over 32,000 journals are available online along withextensive collections of microforms, videotapes and DVDs.The Music Library houses more than 17,000 soundrecordings and over 30,000 musical scores andperformance parts. Archives and Special Collectionscontain extensive holdings, including the universityarchives, materials related to local history, records of theHolland Land Company, and books and manuscripts of thenoted Austrian author Stefan Zweig. Reed Library is alsothe home of the university’s Learning Center and Office ofDisability Support Services for Students.

Maytum Hall is the home of administrative and businessoffices as well as the Office of the Registrar, StudentAffairs, Student Accounts, and Administrative InformationTechnology.

Fenton Hall, named in honor of Reuben Fenton, governor of New York State from 1865-1868, former congressman andU.S. Senator, who attended the Fredonia Academy, is themain humanities and mathematics and computer scienceoffice and classroom building. The University President’soffice is also located in this building, as well as AcademicAdvising, Lifelong Learning, and Graduate Studies. JewettHall and Houghton Hall are the natural and physicalsciences buildings containing classrooms and laboratories,and offices for the departments of Biology, Chemistry andBiochemistry, Geosciences and Physics. Thompson Hall,the largest academic structure on campus, was opened inthe summer of 1973. In addition to the social sciencedepartments, the College of Education, the School ofBusiness, the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, the Henry C. Youngerman Center for CommunicationDisorders, and the Media Center, are all housed in thisbuilding.

Mason Hall, home of Fredonia’s School of Music, is namedfor organist, composer and teacher Lowell Mason, calledthe “Father of Public School Music in America.” Its 500-seat Juliet J. Rosch Recital Hall opened in 2004.

Located about 12 miles from the campus, the Herbert C.Mackie Memorial Camp provides opportunities foryear-round educational and recreational activities. Asleeping lodge was completed in 1989.

Hours when academic buildings are open are publishedseparately.

State University of New York at Fredonia 95


State University of New York General Statement/List of Units

The State University of New York’s 64 geographicallydispersed campuses bring educational opportunity withincommuting distance of virtually all New Yorkers andcomprise the nation’s largest comprehensive system ofpublic higher education.

SUNY campuses are divided into four categories, based on educational mission, the kinds of academic opportunitiesavailable, and degrees offered. The state university offersstudents a wide variety of educational options: short-termvocational/technical courses, certificate programs,associate degree programs, baccalaureate degreeprograms, graduate degrees and post-doctoral studies. The university offers access to almost every field of academic or professional study somewhere within the system – some7,669 degree and certificate programs overall.

With a total enrollment of more than 414,000, students arepursuing traditional study in classrooms and laboratories orare working at home, at their own pace, through suchinnovative institutions as the SUNY Learning Network andEmpire State College.

The state university’s students are predominantly New York State residents, representing every one of the state’s 62counties. State University of New York students also comefrom every other state in the U.S., the District of Columbia,from four U.S. territories or possessions, and 168 foreigncountries.

The State University enrolls 40 percent of all New York Statehigh school graduates, and its total enrollment of more than414,000 (full-time and part-time) is approximately 37 percent ofthe state’s entire higher education student population.

SUNY students represent the society that surrounds them.In Fall 2005, 19.3 percent of all students were minorities. InFall 2003, full-time minority faculty members made up more than 12.5 percent of all full-time SUNY faculty.

As of Fall 2005, the state university numbered more than2.3 million graduates on its rolls. The majority of theuniversity’s alumni reside and pursue careers incommunities across New York State, contributing to theeconomic and social vitality of New York State.

SUNY is committed to bringing its students the very bestand brightest scholars, scientists, artists and professionals.State university campuses boast nationally andinternationally recognized faculty in all the major disciplines. Their efforts are regularly recognized in numerousprestigious awards and honors.

University Centers/Doctoral Granting InstitutionsAlbanyBinghamtonBuffaloStony BrookCollege of Ceramics at Alfred UniversityCollege of OptometryCornell University: College of Agriculture and Life Sciences College of Human Ecology School of Industrial and Labor Relations College of Veterinary Medicine

Environmental Science and ForestryDownstate Medical Center at BrooklynUpstate Medical Center at Syracuse

University Colleges

BrockportBuffaloCortlandFredoniaGeneseoNew PaltzOld WestburyOneontaOswegoPlattsburghPotsdamPurchaseEmpire State College

Technology Colleges

Alfred StateCobleskillMorrisvilleCantonDelhiFarmingdaleMaritimeSUNYIT at Utica

Community Colleges

AdirondackBroomeCayugaClintonColumbia-GreeneCorningDutchessErieFashion Institute of TechnologyFinger LakesFulton-MontgomeryGeneseeHerkimer CountyHudson ValleyJamestownJeffersonMohawk ValleyMonroeNassauNiagara CountyNorth CountryOnondagaOrange CountyRocklandSchenectady CountySuffolk CountySullivan CountyTompkins CortlandUlster CountyWestchester

Arts Administration

AADM400 Arts AdministrationPracticumFrequency: ASupervised direct workingexperience serving on the supportstaff of the Michael C. RockefellerArts Center. Individual or teamassignments may includefront-of-house management, usher corps coordination, publicrelations, publicity, marketingresearch, database management,and project planning andimplementation.Credits: 1-3

AADM410 Box Office PracticumFrequency: ASupervised direct workingexperience in Rockefeller ArtsCenter’s Fine Arts Ticket Office.Processing and sale of individualand subscription tickets, groupsales, donations and relatedactivities with an emphasis oncustomer service and customerrelationship management. Thecourse may be taken for amaximum of three credits; thesecredits may be done all in onesemester or spread out duringmore than one semester.Credits: 1-3

AADM490 Arts AdministrationInternshipFrequency: AUpper level experiential learningopportunity through on-campus oroff-campus placements. Nature ofwork will vary from placement toplacement. This course isgenerally reserved for majors andstudents are responsible forfinding and negotiating their ownplacement. Course requiresstudents to complete a LearningContract in accordance withcollege guidelines before the startof the internship.Credits: 1-15

Accounting

ACCT201 Principles of Financial AccountingFrequency: AA study of the nature and purposeof accounting in modern businessorganizations with emphasis onbusiness income and financialposition measurement. At leastsophomore standing required forenrollment.Credits: 3

ACCT202 Principles ofManagerial AccountingFrequency: AA study of the objectives,preparation and uses ofmanagerial accountinginformation. Emphasis is on themeasurement, allocation, andreporting of costs to identify andsolve business problems. NOTE: Students must earn a minimum C-grade in the pre-requisite courselisted below.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201Credits: 3

ACCT250 AccountingProcessesFrequency: BThis course examines therelationship between economicevents and the accounting view ofthose events. It emphasizesbusiness processes, double-entrybookkeeping, and computer-based accounting information systems.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 andCSIT 104Credits: 3

ACCT301 IntermediateAccounting IFrequency: BAn in-depth study of the theoryand application of generallyaccepted accounting principles.Emphasis is given to theenvironment of financialaccounting including the standardsetting process and theconceptual framework. Specifictopics include the time value ofmoney, receivables, inventories,long-term assets, and currentliabilities, intangibles, andcontingencies.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202Pre- or Co-requisite: ACCT 250 Credits: 3

ACCT302 IntermediateAccounting IIFrequency: BA challenging course including the rigorous study of theory andapplication of generally acceptedaccounting principles to complexaccounting topics includingstockholders’ equity, revenuerecognition, earnings per share,pensions, leases, accounting fortaxes, accounting changes anderror analysis, and cash flows.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301Credits: 3

ACCT303 Cost ManagementFrequency: BA study of the concepts andtechniques of management andcost accounting includingcost-volume-profit analysis,various product costing methods,cost behavior and allocation, andother internal accountinginformation needs formanagement decision-making.Computer software is used insolving application problems.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202Credits: 3

ACCT304 Taxation IFrequency: BAn in-depth study of U.S. taxationof individuals including tax policyconsiderations and the historicaldevelopment of tax law. Theprovisions of the Internal RevenueCode and related regulations willbe used extensively.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202Credits: 3

ACCT305 Taxation IIFrequency: BAn in-depth discussion of federalincome taxation of multi-nationalcorporations and partnerships. Taxissues connected to formation,operation, distributions, liquidationwill be examined. Other topicsdiscussed include: special taxassessments like the alternativeminimum tax, the personal holdingcompany tax, and the accumulatedearnings tax, S corporations,taxation of internationaltransactions, and tax research.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 304Credits: 3

ACCT311 Business Law IFrequency: BA general study of the functionsand procedures of law. Includedwill be a detailed analysis of legalprinciples governing contracts,torts, agency and businessorganizations. This courserepresents the first half of theBusiness Law sequence. It isdesigned to provide accountingstudents with the requiredknowledge and theory for the CPA examination, by paying particularattention to practical business lawproblems involving the applicationof legal principles.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

ACCT312 Business Law IIFrequency: BA continuation of the study of lawbegun in ACCT 311. Topicscovered include UniformCommercial Code subjects suchas commercial paper, securedtransactions, and sales, and otherareas of law including bankruptcy,debtor/creditor relations, productliability, estate and trust law, andproperty, accountant liability andinternational law. Continuingattention is given to particularissues involving application of theprinciples discussed.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 311Credits: 3

ACCT401 Advanced AccountingFrequency: BExtension of financial accountingto the study of additionalaccounting entities such aspartnerships and consolidated and multi-national firms. Topics include accounting for mergers andacquisitions, consolidated financial statements, internationaltransactions, and an introductionto fund accounting.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 301Credits: 3

ACCT405 AuditingFrequency: BA study of the standards,procedures, strategies, andreporting used in the financialaudit process. The environment inwhich the auditor functions isconsidered, including regulatoryrequirements, professional ethics,legal liability, and the businessentity. The completion of acomputerized audit case isrequired in this course.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302Credits: 3

ACCT407 AccountingInformation SystemsFrequency: BAn introduction to the conceptsunderlying accounting informationsystems (AIS). Students will studycurrent developments in theinformation systems field,particularly with respect todatabases, networking, andenterprise systems. Terminology,reports, documents, procedures,systems development and controls inherent in a modern AIS will bestudied.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302 andACCT 303 and CSIT 251Credits: 3

ACCT430 Independent StudyFrequency: AA course for highly motivatedstudents to undertake, underguidance, special studies of areasof accounting which are notnormally covered in other courses. Permission of instructor.Credits: 1-3

ACCT440 Accounting TheoryFrequency: BA study of financial accountingdesigned to enhance the student’s understanding of and appreciationfor the evolution of contemporaryfinancial accounting theory andcontemporary financial reportissues. Recent contributions totheory, research and practice willbe investigated and discussed.Individual research will beconducted with results presentedfor critical analysis.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 302Credits: 3

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 97

In the course descriptions, below each coursename is a capital letter indicating how often theparticular course is offered. The key to coursefrequency codes is as follows:

A – Course offered every semesterB – Course offered every yearC – Course offered every other yearD – Course offered on occasion

ACCT450 Senior SeminarFrequency: DSeminar dealing withcontemporary problems in the field of accounting. The course isdesigned so that students mayutilize what they have learned inprevious accounting courses. This seminar also serves to introducestudents to interdisciplinaryapproaches in problem-solvingand lead to possible areas ofgraduate or professional work. Topics will vary from semester tosemester. Permission of instructor or senior standing.Credits: 1-3

ACCT455 Advanced AuditingFrequency: BAn advanced examination of theaudit function of publicaccountants, focusing particularlyon computer auditing, and onother current topics such asevaluation of audit risk, fraud, andinternal controls as impacted bySarbanes-Oxley. Generalizedaudit software will give studentsexperience with applicationsrelevant to applications used in the audit field.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 407 andACCT 408Credits: 3

ACCT480 InternshipFrequency: AThis course provides credit tostudents for professionalexperiences which are closelyrelated to their field of study. Enrollment is to be arranged withan appropriate instructor.Permission of departmentalinternship coordinator and juniorstanding.Credits: 1-9

American Studies

AMST202 Introduction toAmerican StudiesFrequency: BAn introduction to theinterdisciplinary study of American cultures, their historicaldevelopment and contemporarystatus. Focusing on literary andcultural representations of specificaspects of the Americanexperience, the course willexamine the constructed nature ofAmerican self-perceptions and ofU.S. history. The coursecontextualizes U.S. cultures within the Americas and the globalarena. Particular course emphasis is selected by the instructor.Credits: 3

AMST210 American Popular and Mass CulturesFrequency: CAn introduction to themethodologies of studyingAmerican cultures, with a specialfocus on popular and masscultures. Particular courseemphasis will be determined bythe individual instructor, but topicswill stress the multiplicity ofAmerican cultures. While literaryworks will make up the majority ofclass texts, the course will utilizean interdisciplinary approachintegrating materials from fieldssuch as history, anthropology,women’s studies, ethnic studies,geography, sociology, music, art,among others.Credits: 3

AMST215 Holidays andAmerican CulturesFrequency: BThis course will examine theinvention, celebration, andmeanings of American holidaysfrom the colonial era to thepresent. Issues to be consideredinclude the ways in which holidays have shaped cultural values andAmerican identity and vice versa;the ways in which holidays haveboth reflected and shaped views of gender, race, class, and ethnicity;and the relationships betweenholidays and religious belief,nationalism, consumer culture and political ideology. The course willtake a multicultural andinterdisciplinary approach.Credits: 3

AMST289 Comparative NorthAmericaFrequency: CA survey of North Americanhistory that employs themethodology of comparativehistory to interpret the histories ofthe United States, Canada, andMexico within a conceptualframework sensitive to continentalsimilarities and differences. Thecourse takes a thematic approach, and special attention is given tothe political institutions andeconomic structures that havefostered transnational cooperationand continental integration. Thesocial and cultural dimensions ofdiscord and conflict also areexamined.Credits: 3

AMST296 American IdentitiesFrequency: AAn exploration of the historicalconstruction of American gender,ethnicity/race, and class, theirpresent status, and their literaryand cultural representations. Focusing on intersections between these categories of identity, thecourse will utilize aninterdisciplinary approach,integrating materials from fieldssuch as literary studies, history,women’s studies, ethnic studies,geography, sociology, music, andart.Credits: 3

AMST338 19th CenturyAmerican CultureFrequency: CExamines how social, political,and economic changes haveaffected American culture andAmericans’ lives. Topics includeconsumption patterns; recreational activities; architectural styles; highand popular culture; holidays;family life; and social and culturalrituals.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

AMST340 20th CenturyAmerican CultureFrequency: CExamines how social. political, andeconomic changes have affectedAmerican culture and Americans’lives. Topics include consumptionpatterns; recreational activities;architectural styles; high andpopular culture; holidays; family life; and social and cultural rituals.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133 or AMST 202 or AMST 210Credits: 3

AMST347 United StatesImmigrationFrequency: CImmigration to the U.S., with anemphasis on comparing theexperiences of European, African,Latin American, and Asianimmigrants. Topics will includeimmigrants’ lives, work, andcommunities; assimilation andcultural persistence; and thedevelopment of U.S. immigrationpolicy.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3

AMST399 Special TopicsFrequency: DVariable-content course. ConsultCourse Offerings Bulletin andprogram notices for specific topiccovered each semester.Credits: 3

AMST400 Concepts/Methods ofAmerican StudiesFrequency: BDevelopment of American Studiesas a discipline; current splits inconcepts and methods of American Studies; practice in makingimaginative connections amongelements in American culture andtesting these connections byappropriate methods.Prerequisite(s): AMST 202 orENGL 200Credits: 3

AMST401 Independent StudyFrequency: DIntensive individual study of someaspect of American Studiesinvolving production of paper orproject. Request for enrollmentmust be made prior to registrationin the form of a written proposal,signed by the supervising facultymember, and forwarded to theCoordinator of American Studies.Prerequisite(s): AMST 202 orENGL 200Credits: 3

AMST402 Senior ProjectFrequency: DClearly defined independentproject utilizing methods andmaterials of American Studies,culminating in complete writtenreport and analysis. Variable credit to allow internships, study abroad,and similar field projects. Beforeregistration, student must submitdetailed description of proposedproject, approved by the facultymember(s) who will supervise it, to American Studies Coordinator with request for specific number ofcredit hours.Prerequisite(s): AMST 202 orENGL 200Credits: 3-15

Anthropology

ANTH115 IntroductoryAnthropologyFrequency: AAn introduction to the basicconcepts and findings ofanthropology’s four majorsubdivisions: physicalanthropology, archaeology,linguistics, and culturalanthropology. Traces humanbiological and cultural evolution.Discusses and analyzes variouscultural systems.Credits: 3

ANTH210 PhysicalAnthropologyFrequency: CAnthropological view of humanorigins, the primate fossil record,biological aspects of humanity,non-human primates, humanbiological diversity, and theinterplay between culture andbiology.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH211 ArchaeologyFrequency: BSurvey of archaeology, includingmajor theories and methods. Emphasis upon interpretation ofmajor findings, both prehistoricand historic.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH219 Cultural AnthropologyFrequency: CThe acquisition, nature, andimpact of culture. An examinationand comparison of a variety ofcultural systems.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH300 Sex and GenderFrequency: ADescription and analysis of sexand gender roles and relationships from a variety of societies atdifferent levels of socio-culturalcomplexity. Note: Also listed asSOC 306 and WOST 302.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115 or SOC 116Credits: 3


ANTH301 Plagues And PeoplesFrequency: BExplores the impact of disease onhuman populations in terms ofdemographic, cultural and socialchanges. The rise of health caredelivery systems as a response toepidemics. Examples include thebubonic plague of the 14th and17th centuries, cholera, influenza,polio and AIDS. Note: Also listedas SOC 312.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115 or SOC 116Credits: 3

ANTH311 Anthropology of theSupernaturalFrequency: DSurvey of various belief systems. Topics include: cults, sacredbeings, rituals, shamanism,witchcraft, and magic.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH321 Anthropology ofIndian AmericaFrequency: DSurvey of past and presentAmerindian peoples and culturesof North America. Both aboriginalcultures and responses toEuropean presence areemphasized for each region.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH322 Anthropology ofAfricaFrequency: BSurvey course dealing withevolution of culture in Africa.Examination of range of variationof traditional African cultures andfactors currently modifying them.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH324 Anthropology of theCaribbeanFrequency: BSurvey of the prehistory, history,and present day nature of thevarious cultures of the Caribbeanregion. Special emphasis placedupon: economic life, familypatterns, political movements, andexpressive culture.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH331 Anthropology ofAmerican UtopiasFrequency: BAn examination of the backgroundconditions producing utopias andan ethnographic/historical analysis of selected utopian ventures (e.g.Amish, Shakers, CountercultureCommunes).Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115 or SOC 116 or HIST 105 or HIST 106Credits: 3

ANTH350 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in anthropology notcovered in detail by regularcourses. Topic announced inCourse Offerings Bulletin.Credits: 1-3

ANTH370 Seminar inAnthropologyFrequency: DFocuses on particularmethodological, theoretical,topical, or area concerns within the field of anthropology. Orientationlectures, review of literature,seminar discussions.Prerequisite(s): ANTH 115Credits: 3

ANTH470 Directed StudyFrequency: AReading and research courseintended primarily for upper-levelstudents. Deals with specializedconcerns not covered in regularcourses.Credits: 1-3

ANTH473 Museum InternshipFrequency: DSupervised placement in amuseum. This allows a limitednumber of advanced anthropologystudents to work with museumstaff members on research,curation, and education projects.Credits: 3

Art

ART100 Visual ConceptsFrequency: BThe course is intended tointroduce first-year visual arts andnew media students to visualculture and the individualdisciplines of the visual arts aswell as develop and masterpersonal study habits as theyapproach college-level learning. Topics will include art concepts,media techniques andterminology, visual culturalanalysis, as well as time-management, writing within thediscipline, college resources andsupport networks.Credits: 3

ART105 Camera BasicsFrequency: DA practical introduction to thetheory and application of 35 mmcamera controls. Emphasis will beplaced on the technical skillsrequired to create imagery on35mm film. Instructional methodswill include lectures, fieldexperience and laboratory work.No course prerequisites, butstudents must have a 35mmcamera. Students must completeART 105 AND ART 110 to enroll in any 300-level courses inPhotography.Credits: 1

ART110 Darkroom BasicsFrequency: DA practical introduction to thetheory and application of black and white darkroom techniques. Anemphasis will be placed on thetechnical skills required to visuallyexpress oneself through thephotographic medium. Lectures,darkroom laboratory and oralcritiques. Students who have nottaken ART 105 may enroll withinstructor’s permission. Studentsmust complete ART 105 AND ART 110 to enroll in any 300-levelcourses in Photography.Prerequisite(s): ART 105Credits: 2

ART120 Visiting Artists ProgramFrequency: ARequired for all art studio and arthistory majors each semester. Artfaculty, guest artists anddesigners, and speakers providelectures, and lead critiques andpanel discussions relating tocontemporary problems.Credits: 1

ART150 Drawing IFrequency: ATheory and practice in a variety ofgraphic media. Conte, ink, pencil,and charcoal used in studioproblems to acquaint beginningstudent with full range of drawingpossibilities.Credits: 3

ART155 2-Dimensional DesignFrequency: AIntroductory course investigatingthe principles and elements ofvisual design. Unity, emphasis,balance, scale, line, form, texture,rhythm and color are exploredthrough two-dimensional studioproblems.Credits: 3

ART229 American Indian ArtStudio IFrequency: BDesigned for the non-major withinterests in American Indians andtheir native form of art. Coursecomprised of lecture and studioprojects.Credits: 3

ART252 Life Drawing IFrequency: AIntensive drawing course relatedto the human figure. The figure isexplored in various mediums andin both realism and abstraction.Research papers and readings out of the textbook are required.Prerequisite(s): ART 150Credits: 3

ART253 Life Drawing IIFrequency: AContinued concentration ondrawing the figure with moreemphasis on use of color medium. Research papers will deal withcontemporary and traditionalartists whose work dealt with thefigure.Prerequisite(s): ART 252Credits: 3

ART255 Introduction toPhotographyFrequency: AA practical introduction to thetheory and application of 35 mmcamera controls and black andwhite darkroom techniques. Anemphasis will be placed on thetechnical skills required to visuallyexpress oneself through thephotographic medium. Lectures,darkroom laboratory, and fieldexperience. Students must have a 35mm camera.Credits: 3

ART257 Sculptural Form andContentFrequency: AAn introductory course that explores basic design considerations,materials, and techniques relating to three-dimensional expression. Classroom discussion and studioprojects stress an individualinterpretive approach to conceptdevelopment. Slide lectures andassigned reading expose studentsto a contemporary perspective of3-D expression both past andpresent.Credits: 3

ART258 Figure ModelingFrequency: AA beginning course in methodsand materials appropriate forsculptural expression of thehuman form. Clay, plaster, moldmaking, and casting techniquesare covered. Technical andconceptual development of form is stressed. Theory and practice ofthe human form in art is introduced through lecture and researchrequirements.Credits: 3

ART259 Graphic Design IFrequency: BIntroduction and orientation toconcepts and skills necessary forvisual communication. Fundamentals of language andprinciples of graphic designstructure with an emphasis onmedia for development of ideasand imagery.Prerequisite(s): ART 155 and ART 150Credits: 3

ART260 Graphic Design IIFrequency: BContinued application oforganizational methods, conceptdevelopment, structure andgraphic translation in designpractice. Introduction tofundamentals and language oftypography.Prerequisite(s): ART 259Credits: 3


ART263 Relief PrintingFrequency: BAn introduction to the varioustechniques of linocuts. Studentslearn traditional techniques as well as monoprints, mixed mediaexperimentation and reductionprints. The development ofindividual expression is stressed.Prerequisite(s): ART 150Credits: 3

ART268 MonotypesFrequency: BAn introduction to monotypes andcollagraphs. Students are directed to experiment with a wide range of approaches to the two techniques.Prerequisite(s): ART 150Credits: 3

ART273 Handforming ClayFrequency: AThe elements and principles of3-D design are explored throughintroduction to basic techniques for the construction of ceramic objects without the use of the potterswheel. Projects in Terra cotta clay explore the relationship of formand surface unique to the ceramicmedium.Credits: 3

ART274 Pottery on the WheelFrequency: AThe rudiments of wheel formingpottery lead to the creation of bowls, vases, jars, and teapots in ceramics. Glazing and firing techniques forStoneware clay are covered.Credits: 3

ART281 Introduction toIllustrationFrequency: BAn introduction to editorialillustration. The class will exploretechnical, aesthetic andconceptual principles, as well asresearch and historical examples. Projects include thumbnailsketches, semi-comps, andrefined drawings for finalpresentation on paper.Prerequisite(s): ART 287 and ART 155 and ART 252Credits: 3

ART282 Introduction to 2-DAnimationFrequency: BA broad introduction tofundamental principles of motionutilizing traditional and digital 2Danimation techniques. Topicsexplored include basic filmmakingterms and editing, a variety oftraditional animation methodsincluding flip books, line drawn,rotoscope, cutout, and collageanimation as well as history of themedium.Prerequisite(s): ART 155 and ART 287Pre-or co-requisite: ART 281Credits: 3

ART285 Painting IFrequency: ABasic exercises in fundamentaltechniques with an emphasis incolor theory and formalcompositional elements.Credits: 3

ART286 Painting IIFrequency: ABegin professional preparation inbecoming a painter by learning tocreate stretcher bars, stretch andprime canvas, build frames whilecontinuing to further explore thefoundations in art. Acrylic paint isprimarily medium used in thisclass.Prerequisite(s): ART 285Credits: 3

ART287 Drawing IIFrequency: AContinuation of Drawing Itechniques; increased emphasis in modes of expression, use of color, pastels, and collage.Prerequisite(s): ART 150 and ART 155Credits: 3

ART305 Black and WhiteTechniqueFrequency: BAn exploration of more advancedtechniques of exposure,development and printing of blackand white film and print materials,with special emphasis on tonalcontrol. Increased emphasis isalso placed on aspects ofcomposition, perception, contentand presentation in black andwhite photography. Students musthave a 35mm camera.Prerequisite(s): ART 255Credits: 3

ART306 Studio LightingFrequency: CAn introduction to the use ofartificial lighting in PhotographicIllustration. This is a technicalclass where emphasis will beplaced on the use and control ofstudio lighting equipment. This isaccomplished by lecture,demonstration, practicalexperience and critique.Prerequisite(s): ART 255 and ART 305Credits: 3

ART310 Digital ImagingFrequency: BTheoretical and practicalintroduction to electronic imagingas a creative medium. Understanding of the principals,methods, techniques andvocabulary of the most widelyused digital imaging processeswith an emphasis on personalexpression. Topics explored willinclude photographic manipulation, collage, fabrication andexperimental media as forms ofvisual expression. Lectures,laboratory work and individual and collaborative projects. Studentswith Macintosh imagingexperience may enroll without theprerequisite with permission of theinstructor.Prerequisite(s): ART 355Credits: 3

ART350 Drawing IIIFrequency: BAdvanced studio course dealing in experimentation with media andstyles. Alternatives to traditionaldrawing approaches are exploredand thematic development isstressed.Prerequisite(s): ART 287Credits: 3

ART352 Special Topics: StudioArtFrequency: DSelected studio media andtechniques.Credits: 1-3

ART355 Color PhotographyFrequency: BExplores aesthetics and technicalknowledge necessary to masterthe art of color photography anddigital techniques. While emphasis is placed on the technical uses ofnegative and reversal films andprint materials, as well as basiccolor digital imaging andphotographic manipulation, thiscourse primarily addressesaspects of color theory, perception and aesthetics and the use ofcolor in photographic and digitalimage creation.Prerequisite(s): ART 255Credits: 3

ART357 3-D Methods andMaterialsFrequency: AThis course offers an opportunityto investigate both traditional andinnovative approaches to objectmaking. Materials and processesmay include hot and cold casting,welding, papermaking, and handformed cement, among others.Cross-media explorations areencouraged. Technicalexploration, craftsmanship, andunderlying intent is scrutinized and fostered through class critique,peer review, and requiredresearch.Prerequisite(s): ART 258 or ART257Credits: 3

ART359 Graphic Design IIIFrequency: BMethods and processes of graphic design problem solving with anemphasis on symbols and images. Tailoring communication toaudiences and acknowledging therole of context in the interpretationof form.Prerequisite(s): ART 260Credits: 3

ART360 Graphic Design IVFrequency: BDevelopment and preparation ofdesign concepts for application inprint media. Students analyzerelationships between imagery,typography, sequence andcontent.Prerequisite(s): ART 359Credits: 3

ART361 Typography IFrequency: BPrinciples of typographiccomposition, structure andhierarchy. Terminology,typographic history, technicalissues related to typography. Typography as a medium of visual communication. Studentexercises focus on the relationship between visual and verballanguage and technical details oftypographic specification andcomputer layout. Advancedplacement review; or permission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): ART 260Credits: 3

ART362 Typography IIFrequency: BExploration of design using texttype and typographic technology. Students investigate narrative andexpressive use of typographicform and format/informationalorganization problems.Prerequisite(s): ART 361Credits: 3

ART370 Drawing IVFrequency: AAdvanced studio course thatstresses critical thinking as ameans of self appraisal and therefinement of thematic approaches within traditional andnon-traditional drawing mediums.Prerequisite(s): ART 350Credits: 3

ART373 Ceramic Form andFunctionFrequency: AOngoing development of skills onthe wheel focus on solving thedesign requirements of effectivelyfunctioning pottery. Emphasis isplaced upon complexity andsubtlety of in both form and glazetreatment. Students are involvedin both glaze development and kiln firing. Techniques suitable forPorcelain and Raku clay arepresented.Prerequisite(s): ART 274Credits: 3

ART374 Vessels as SculptureFrequency: AHandbuilding or wheel formingprocedures are utilized to explorea variety of sculptural approachesto the ceramic vessel with acontinued emphasis on the search for appropriate surface treatmentsand firing techniques. Students are guided toward the identificationand expression of personal ideasin the medium.Prerequisite(s): ART 373Credits: 3

ART378 Figure Modeling IIFrequency: BContinuation of ART 258 - FigureModeling; increased emphasis ontechnique and expressive content.Prerequisite(s): ART 258Credits: 3


ART381 Intermediate IllustrationFrequency: BExploration of visual narrativestructure employed in sequentialart such as comics, storyboard art, and graphic novels throughinterpretive exercises and historyof the medium. Students will gainexperience in visual editing,character and story development,and sequential drawing (both withtraditional media and digitaldrawing tablets and software).Prerequisite(s): ART 252 and ART 281Credits: 3

ART382 Intermediate to 2-DAnimationFrequency: BA concentration on digital linedrawn and cel animation withemphasis on the mechanics ofmotion, story development, andcharacter development. Studentswill work individually and in teamson more in-depth projectsemploying sound synch and lipsynch animations.Prerequisite(s): ART 281 and ART 282Credits: 3

ART385 Painting IIIFrequency: AProfessional preparation continues by learning more about intellectual and historic perspectives relatedto painting while learning toprepare student’s promotionalsupport materials (slides,resumes, artist statements, etc.). Oil paint and its use in individualdirections are encouraged at thislevel.Prerequisite(s): ART 286Credits: 3

ART386 Painting IVFrequency: AProfessional development isamplified by further study intoelements discussed earlier insequence. More personal andintellectual interpretation of work is encouraged.Prerequisite(s): ART 385Credits: 3

ART387 Intermediate Drawingand PaintingFrequency: BStudents begin to learnprofessional practices inapplication of their chosenmedium, construction of supportstructures, creation of artworkreflecting their interpretation oftheir roles in society andpreparation of their artwork forexhibitions. Students will alsoresearch, write and discusshistorical and contemporarytheories and trends in art.Prerequisite(s): ART 285 and ART 287Credits: 3

ART401 Graphic Design VFrequency: BEmphasis on visual identitysystems; conceptualization anddevelopment of entire programs,including two-dimensional andthree-dimensional applications.Integration of corporate identityand environmental graphics andthe formulation of designstandards are addressed.Prerequisite(s): ART 360Credits: 3

ART402 Graphic Design VIFrequency: BAdvanced problem solving inindependent and investigativeconcepts. Exploration of actual,theoretical and conceptualconcerns of visual communication. Professional practices andportfolio preparation areaddressed, explored.Prerequisite(s): ART 401Credits: 3

ART405 Photographic InquiryFrequency: BPersonal exploration in imagedevelopment. Refinement ofindividual conceptual concernsand development of theprofessional portfolio. Issues willinclude professional practice,critical analysis and hybrid media. Students explore theoretical andcritical concepts through relevantand interrelated readings, lectures, discussions, presentations alongwith individual and group critiques.Prerequisite(s): ART 305 and ART 310Credits: 3

ART410 Alternative ProcessesFrequency: CAn introduction to the use ofhistorical, alternative processes tofurther expand photographicvision. Students will learn how topush their photographic visionthrough the use of historicalprocesses. Alternative Processesconstructs the aesthetic bridgebetween photography, printmaking and painting.Prerequisite(s): ART 255 and ART 305 and ART 310Credits: 3

ART440 InternshipFrequency: DThis course allows the student toreceive credit for professionalexperiences related to their field of study. By permission only.Credits: 1-15

ART441 Directed StudioProjectsFrequency: ADirected studio work in all media. Student meets with designatedfaculty member on a regular basisthroughout the semester. Soundbackground in area ofinvestigation required. Studentmust file acceptable plan forproposed project, and may onlyenroll with instructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

ART452 Typography IIIFrequency: BTypographic theory exploringtraditional and nontraditionalforms, both historical andcontemporary typographicachievements. Analysis ofexpressive characteristics andexperimental uses of letter formsand text.Prerequisite(s): ART 362Credits: 3

ART457 3-D Expression andCraftFrequency: AAn advanced sculpture course that allows students to define anddevelop a personal body of workrepresenting a serious explorationin their chosen mediums. Emphasis is placed on thecontinued development oftechnical craft and the refinementof thematic concerns. Appropriate information pertaining to theoryand practice is provided. Professional practices includingportfolio preparation, resumes,and artist statements arediscussed.Prerequisite(s): ART 357 and(ART 257 or ART 258)Credits: 3

ART460 Senior SeminarFrequency: AFormal and technical preparationfor senior exhibits. Careerdevelopment includes a writingcomponent to aid the student indeveloping a resume, cover letterand artist’s statement.Credits: 1

ART462 DesignRealities/Professional PracticeFrequency: BComprehensive investigation andresearch into topics of productionand practice in design. Contentdirected in three primary areas:pre-press preparation andmaterials, legal affairs, and theprofessional studio. Issues to beaddressed include electronic filemanagement, paper specification,supplier relationships, copyrightand plagiarism, businesscontracts, ethics, studioownership, management andrecord keeping. Requirescompilation of individual journaland written research/analysis ofspecific course topic.Prerequisite(s): ART 401Credits: 1-3

ART480 WorkshopsFrequency: DWorkshops offered in specializedareas, such as ceramics orpainting, primarily during thesummer to give students anopportunity for intensive study inone aspect of a larger field.Credits: 3

ART481 Advanced 2-DAnimation and CompostingFrequency: BAn upper level illustration andanimation course which exploresdigital imaging and design. Topics covered include multi-layercomposting, software and digitaldrawing tablets for title production, animatics and kinestasis,hierarchical animation, travelingmattes, lighting, cameramovement, and sound.Prerequisite(s): ART 381 and ART 382Credits: 3

ART482 Animation andIllustration CapstoneFrequency: BAn advanced class wherestudents work individually or inteams on a semester longanimation or series of illustrations. In addition to the main project, theclass will include readings,discussions and animationscreenings. The course will alsodiscuss resume and careerpreparation, portfolio and demoreel creation, graduate schoolapplication, and exhibiting work ina professional manner.Prerequisite(s): ART 481Credits: 3

ART487 Advanced Drawing andPaintingFrequency: BContinue to expand on the topicscovered in ART 387 whilefine-tuning technical andintellectual processes in clarifyingtheir visual language. Studentswill learn processes indocumenting and preparingartwork for graduate schools andexhibitions. Students will alsocontinue to research, write anddiscuss historical andcontemporary theories in art whileresearching issues related to theirpreparation as they begin theirlives as professional artists.Prerequisite(s): ART 387Credits: 3

ART495 Independent StudioProjectsFrequency: AIndependent studio work in allmedia. Sound background in areaof investigation required. Studentmust file acceptable plan orproposed project, and may onlyenroll with instructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

Art History

ARTH101 Art in Culture fromPrehistory to 1400Frequency: AA chronological survey of art fromprehistory to the end of the MiddleAges (c. 1400), with an emphasison art in the western tradition. The course will focus on the dynamicrelationship between artistic formand cultural context.Credits: 3


ARTH102 Art in Culture from1400 to the PresentFrequency: AA chronological survey of artRenaissance (c. 1400) to thepresent, with emphasis on thewestern tradition. The course willfocus on the dynamic relationshipbetween artistic form and culturalcontext.Credits: 3

ARTH175 Computers andSocietyFrequency: BIntroduction to the role of modernmicrocomputers in personal,entertainment and corporatecommunications. Discussion ofthe role computers have played insocial change and how this isreflected in popular culture. Alsoaddresses the use of computers in the creative environment includingdigital audio, video, multimediaproduction, the Internet and theWorld Wide Web.Credits: 3

ARTH205 Women in ArtFrequency: CA thematic and topical courseexploring women’s roles as bothproductive subjects and depictedobjects in western visual culture.Prerequisite(s): ART 115 or ARTH101 or ART 116 or ARTH 102 orWOST 201Credits: 3

ARTH211 Survey of MedievalArtFrequency: CAn introduction to the history ofwestern art from the late RomanEmpire (c. 300) through the Middle Ages (c. 1400), includingarchitecture, manuscriptillumination, metalwork, sculpture,and textile production. The focusof the course is on the interactions of images and audiences inproducing meaning within specifichistorical circumstances.Credits: 3

ARTH215 Survey ofRenaissance ArtFrequency: DAn introduction to the history ofwestern art from the end of theMiddle Ages (c. 1400) through theHigh Renaissance (c. 1600),focusing on painting, printmaking,and sculpture from Italy and theNetherlands. The course locatesthe artistic movement of theRenaissance within the dramaticcultural and social changes thatmark the Early Modern period inEuropean history and seeks toplace this material within a globalcontext.Credits: 3

ARTH220 Art of 18th and 19thCenturiesFrequency: CA survey of 18th and 19th centurywestern art including such majormovements as rococo, classicism,romanticism, realism, impressionism and post-impressionism.Credits: 3

ARTH225 Modern Art 1900-1950Frequency: BThe course will explore aestheticresponses to early-twentiethcentury political, industrial, socialand economic change. Particularemphasis will be placed upon theproduction and reception of 20thcentury European and American“avant-garde” art including;Constructivism, Cubism, GermanExpressionism, Dadaism,Futurism and Surrealism.Credits: 3

ARTH229 Art/Reality - 19thCentury AmericaFrequency: DPainting and sculpture between1820 and 1920 - when it evolvedfrom objective realism tomodernist abstraction - is explored in the context of changing artisticand cultural values. Permission of the department.Credits: 3

ARTH276 Film FormFrequency: BAn introductory-level lecturecourse designed to introducestudents to the formal issuesinvolved in the production andperception of moving images. The course provides students with anunderstanding of aestheticconcepts that support the makingof films, digital cinema, videos orvideo games. It reinforces the use of aesthetic vocabulary anddemonstrates how audiencesinteract with, and are manipulatedby, film language and syntax. Therefore, this course is useful forstudents who wish to enhancetheir skills in the making of filmsand videos as well as for studentswho wish to refine their ability todeconstruct motion pictures forcritical and analytical purposes.Credits: 3

ARTH290 Art History AbroadFrequency: DAn introduction to the history of art that examines a specificgeographical area andchronological span during a studyabroad experience. The courseprovides the student a thoroughgrounding in the major art worksand artists involved, adding theconcrete dimension of directobservation and personalexperience of the places andmotifs that informed variousmovements. The two to threeweek study/travel abroad includesreadings, discussion, a dailyjournal, and a written interpretation of themes and ideas in art.Credits: 3

ARTH310 Ancient ArtFrequency: DA thematic or topical course on the art of the Mediterranean basinbetween 3000 BC and 300 AD.Specific course contents will varyand may include Egyptian funerary monuments, Greek and Romansculpture, and topics such asritual/magical uses of images,gender and sexuality inrepresentations of the body, andthe continuing legacy of theClassical tradition.Prerequisite(s): ART 115 or ARTH101Credits: 3

ARTH311 Medieval ArtFrequency: DA thematic or topical course inEuropean art between 300 and1400 AD: specific course contentswill vary and may include medieval manuscripts, Byzantine icons,Gothic cathedrals, and topics such as the cult of the saints, the livesof medieval women, andinteractions with the Islamic world.Prerequisite(s): ART 115 or ART226 or ARTH 101 or ARTH 211Credits: 3

ARTH315 Renaissance ArtFrequency: DA thematic or topical course onEuropean art in the fifteenth andsixteenth centuries. Specificcourse contents will vary and mayinclude early Netherlandishpainting, Italian painting andsculpture, early print-making, andtopics such as the changing social status of the artist, the impact ofEuropean exploration andconquest, and the lives ofRenaissance women.Prerequisite(s): ART 227 or ARTH102 or ARTH 215 or ART 116Credits: 3

ARTH318 Baroque ArtFrequency: DArt and architecture of Baroqueand Rococo Europe during the17th and 18th centuries, with afocus on Italy, France, theNetherlands, and England.Prerequisite(s): ART 116 or ARTH102Credits: 3

ARTH329 Art Since 1945Frequency: CAn in-depth examination of art and related concepts and theoriessince the mid-20th century.Prerequisite(s): ART 116 or ART221 or ARTH 102 or ARTH 225Credits: 3

ARTH345 Media CriticismFrequency: BThe study of selected theories and methods of criticism relevant to the evaluation of mediated messagegenres from a communicationperspective. Emphasis is placedon applying critical perspectives to the criticism of film and electronicmedia.Credits: 3

ARTH350 Art History Theoryand MethodsFrequency: BAn introduction to and examination of the various investigative andinterpretive methods used by arthistorians. The course is dividedinto two equal parts, the first ontraditional methodologies alongwith their contemporary critiques,and the second on a range of“new” art histories. At the end ofthe course, students will be bothcompetent in traditional methodsand cognizant of contemporarydebates within art history as adiscipline.Prerequisite(s): (ART 115 andART 116) or (ARTH 101 andARTH 102)Credits: 3

ARTH351 Readings in ArtHistoryFrequency: DThe nature of art history, thethemes and ideas it investigates,and readings in some key classicauthors, are the main topics of thecourse.Prerequisite(s): (ART 115 andART 116) or (ARTH 101 andARTH 102)Credits: 3

ARTH355 Writing About ArtFrequency: BOffers studio art, design and arthistory majors practical experience in art-related research and writing. Students will be introduced tovarious methods of scholarlyresearch and critical writing stylesrelated to their individual interestswithin their major concentration.Prerequisite(s): (ART 115 andART 116) or (ARTH 101 andARTH 102)Credits: 3

ARTH359 New Media WritingFrequency: BCourse will study writing for mediaprojects. Course will also provideinsight into common constructsand approaches used in writingand producing media projectsincluding audio, video, film, Weband CD-based interactive projects. Designed first to look at variousstructures and approaches, andsecond to move students from theidea phase of a project throughwriting, storyboarding andpreproduction (everything ready to actually go into production). Projects may subsequently beproduced in Media Arts Capstone.Credits: 3


ARTH371 History of GraphicDesignFrequency: CGraphic design from thenineteenth century to the presentwith emphasis on European andAmerican sources. Discussion ofillustration, photography and theimpact of technology in design. Examination of events, ideas,movements, designers and otherindividuals that have historicalsignificance and influence oncontemporary graphic design.Students without prerequisite mayenroll with instructor’s permission.Prerequisite(s): ART 116 or ARTH102Credits: 3

ARTH376 Film and SpecialEffectsFrequency: BCourse examines both traditionaland contemporary visual effectstechniques including the creativeand planning processes requiredfor the execution of various typesof effects, such as models andminiatures, mattes, compositeeffects, computer animation, andprocess projection. Course alsoprovides a forum on the creativeproblem-solving and planningtechniques used by effectsmakers, including a wide range ofkinds of equipment and uses.Credits: 3

ARTH390 Special Topics: ArtHistoryFrequency: DSelected areas of history of artsupplementing the regularprogram.Prerequisite(s): ART 115 or ART116 or ARTH 101 or ARTH 102Credits: 1-3

ARTH440 Visual CultureFrequency: DAn in-depth examination of 20thand 21st century visual cultureand related concepts and theories. The specific period and thematicemphasis of this art history coursemay vary and include the study ofone or more artistic forms such aspainting, sculpture, architecture,photography, film, and design.Prerequisite(s): ART 116 or ART221 or ARTH 102 or ARTH 225Credits: 3

ARTH460 Gallery PracticumFrequency: DThis course allows the studentfirst-hand knowledge of the dutiesinvolved in operating a gallery.Such duties may include but arenot limited to assisting the directorin picking a schedule, contactingartists, creating the advertisingand mounting the exhibitions.Students may only enroll withinstructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

ARTH490 Teaching Assistant inArt HistoryFrequency: AThis course is designed forstudents to become familiar withthe instructing process. Thestudent will assist the instructor ofan art history course in theclassroom throughout thesemester. Course work includesattendance at all scheduledclasses for the course, assistingstudents during lab or studysessions as well as taking anactive role in classroom critiques,discussions and studiomaintenance. Permission of theinstructor of the accompanyingcourse is required.Credits: 3

ARTH494 Directed Study: ArtHistoryFrequency: ADirected research in specific areas of art history, stressing depth ofinquiry. Subject of study chosen inconsultation with department, andstudents may only enroll withinstructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

ARTH495 Independent Study:Art HistoryFrequency: AIndependent research in specificareas of art history, stressingdepth of inquiry and developmentof topic. Subject of study chosen in consultation with department, andstudents may only enroll withinstructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

ARTH499 InternshipFrequency: DThis course allows the student toreceive credit for professionalexperiences related to someaspect of their field of study.Enrollment is to be arranged withan appropriate instructor, bypermission only.Credits: 1-15

Biology

BIOL100 Studying forSuccess-BiologyFrequency: BThis one-credit course is designed to provide science students withtime-management and study skillsas they make the transition to thecollege level learning environment. Properly implemented, thesemethods will provide freshmenwith the opportunity to succeedand potentially excel in collegescience courses. Many of theseskills will likely be applicable toother courses. The strategiesintroduced include:time-management, daily andweekly study plans, methods ofreading text, how to effectivelystudy for a test, and test takingstrategies. Students will also beintroduced to some to the basicconcepts in biology.Credits: 1

BIOL105 Freshman Seminar onSexual ConcernsFrequency: BIntroductory course intendedexclusively for freshmen of allmajors. The course will include anoverview of basic biologicalconcepts related to humansexuality. Major topics ofpresentation will includeinformation about the male andfemale reproductive systems,microbiology, immunology,pregnancy, sexually transmitteddiseases, and a variety ofapproaches to protect againstdisease and unwanted pregnancy.Credits: 1

BIOL110 Human BiologyFrequency: AOverview of biological aspects ofhuman nature. Survey of basichuman physiology, reproduction,and development. Introduction togenetics and the record of humanevolution provides starting pointfor discussion of adaptivesignificance of human intelligenceand social organization.Credits: 3

BIOL111 Introduction to BiologyFrequency: AIntroductory course fornon-science majors only. Intended to develop an understanding of the operation of biological systemsand an acquaintance with basicbiological concepts and principles.Credits: 3

BIOL115 Environmental BiologyFrequency: AStudy of basic relationshipsbetween the environment andhumans. Discussion of constraints and relationships in nature frompoints of view of the physical andlife sciences and investigation ofhow people make decisions toutilize the environment as aresource from the viewpoint of thesocial sciences. Attempts to linknatural and social sciences forawareness of multifaceted natureof environmental problems.Credits: 3

BIOL131 Principles of Biology IFrequency: BThis course will introduce firstsemester life science majors to the main themes used to studybiology. Three main themes thatextend throughout the curriculuminclude a detailed investigation ofthe scientific method, evolutionarytheory and the diversity of life. The course will also examine theconcepts of ecology and nutrientcycles.Credits: 3

BIOL132 Principles of Biology ILaboratoryFrequency: BPrinciples of Biology I laboratory is designed to complement thePrinciples of Biology I lecturecourse. The lab exercises aredesigned to expose students tothe main themes that arediscussed in the lecture portion ofthe course: the scientific methodand the diversity of life.Credits: 1

BIOL133 Principles of Biology IIFrequency: BThe course will provide anintroduction to cell biology.Students are expected to learn the basic concepts of cellularchemistry, types of cells, celldivision, and the central dogma ofmolecular biology. Studentsshould also learn how cell biologyis related to the fields ofbiochemistry, genetics, andmolecular biology.Credits: 3

BIOL134 Principles of Biology IILaboratoryFrequency: BThis is the laboratory section forthe lecture course. Theexperiments are designed tointroduce students to techniquesand procedures for studying cells.Students will perform basic skillsand techniques that lead toproficiency for more advancedtechniques in later courses.Emphasis is placed on studentsactually doing the procedures andperforming the tasks to generateresults.Credits: 1

BIOL221 Human AnatomyFrequency: BIntegrated survey of gross andmicroscopic anatomy of humanbody. Lectures correlated withlaboratory exercises which present dissections, microscope slides,charts and models. Two lectures,one laboratory.Credits: 3

BIOL237 GeneticsFrequency: BThe principles of genetic analysisand the nature of the gene. Thecourse will cover Mendelian andmolecular genetics. Key concepts covered will include thechromosomal and molecular basis of inheritance and replication,mutation and expression ofgenetic information.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 133Credits: 3

BIOL238 Genetics LaboratoryFrequency: BExercises will focus on theanalysis of the inheritance ofgenes. DNA isolation andmanipulation experiments will beperformed. Students will performexperiments in classical andmolecular genetics.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 133Credits: 1


BIOL243 BiodiversityFrequency: BThe goal of this course is todevelop an expanded knowledgeof evolution illustrated through adiscussion of biodiversity. Coursecontent deals with organicevolution, Mendelian andpopulation genetics, evolutionarymechanisms, and taxonomy. Thiscourse will also provide a surveyof life: viruses, bacteria, archaea,protists, fungi, plants, and animalsas well as comparative anatomiesand physiologies explained withinan evolutionary context.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 131Credits: 3

BIOL244 BiodiversityLaboratoryFrequency: BLaboratory course emphasizing asurvey of the diversity of lifeincluding protists, plants, andanimals. Further development ofknowledge regarding hypothesistesting, evolution, use oftaxonomic keys and constructingphylogenies.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 131Credits: 1

BIOL250 Basic Concepts inBiologyFrequency: DExamination of selected areas ofgeneral biology for interestedlower division major or non-major. Emphasis on developing basicbackground in such areas asbotany, zoology, and therelationships between these fieldsand human society. Examples ofcourses offered include FieldNatural History and FungalPathogens. Course may not beused as Biology major elective.Topics are determined by studentinterests.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 or BIOL131Credits: 1-6

BIOL251 Basic Concepts inBiologyFrequency: DExamination of selected areas ofgeneral biology for interestedlower division major or non-major. Emphasis on developing basicbackground in such areas asbotany, zoology, and therelationships between these fieldsand human society. Examples ofcourses offered include FieldNatural History and FungalPathogens. Course may not beused as Biology major elective.Topics are determined by studentinterests.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 or BIOL131Credits: 1-3

BIOL256 Introduction to ClinicalScienceFrequency: BA course designed to acquaintsophomores with various careeropportunities available in medicaltechnology. Educationalrequirements and professionalresponsibilities are also discussed. Small group discussions of clinical literature, and a tour of a hospitallab are featured.Credits: 1

BIOL310 The Human GenomeFrequency: DThis course will focus on humangenes, their inheritance and theHuman Genome Project. Thebroad subject area of genetics willbe covered including studies ofgenes and genomes in otherspecies to facilitate a betterunderstanding of human genetics.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL111 or BIOL 237 or BIOL 335Credits: 3

BIOL330 General EcologyFrequency: BIntroduction to ecologyemphasizing general principles atindividual, population, andcommunity levels. Examples ofvarious approaches (observationand experimentation, field andlaboratory studies, and modelingand computer simulations) areconsidered.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 243 or BIOL144Credits: 3

BIOL331 General EcologyLaboratoryFrequency: BLaboratories designed to give adiversity of experience, buildingupon principles of individual,population, and communityecology. A quantitative approachto the study of ecology isemphasized. Labs include plantand animal studies and field andlaboratory experiments, as well aslong- and short-term studies.Credits: 1

BIOL333 BiochemistryFrequency: BThe structure and function ofproteins and the regulation ofmetabolic pathways will be thecentral concepts presented in thecourse. Students should gain anunderstanding of the fundamentalprinciples of the biology of proteinmolecules. BIOL 237 Geneticsrecommended as prequisite.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215 and(CHEM 225 or CHEM 230)Credits: 3

BIOL334 BiochemistryLaboratoryFrequency: BIntroduction to laboratory practiceusing biochemical techniques toisolate and characterize proteins.Enzyme kinetics andbioinformatics are also covered.Credits: 1

BIOL336 Mammalian PhysiologyFrequency: BAn integrative approach tosystems physiology. After an initial discussion on mechanisms ofcellular regulation of homeostasis,individual physiological systems,e.g. respiratory, cardiovascular,are examined. Organ and systemaction are related to demonstrateintegration of function within thebody. Major emphasis will be onnormal human functions.Prerequisite(s): (BIOL 241 or BIOL 133) and CHEM 215Credits: 3

BIOL337 Mammalian Physiology LabFrequency: BA laboratory course designed tocomplement BIOL 336 Mammalian Physiology. Laboratory exercisesexamine, through experimentation, the integrative functions of organsand systems within the body. Labs include excitable cell physiology,cardiovascular, excretory andexercise physiology. Whereverpossible, human models areutilized.Co-requisite(s): BIOL 336Credits: 1

BIOL338 MicrobiologyFrequency: BThe course includes a basic studyof microbial taxonomy, morphology, biochemistry, and reproduction.Great emphasis is placed onmedical microbiology, infectiousdiseases, microbial geneticregulation, and the application ofmicroorganisms in recombinantgene technology. Laboratoryincludes identification of microbesby colonial and microscopicfeatures, biochemical properties,and antibiotic sensitivities. Twolectures, one laboratory.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333 and(BIOL 237 or BIOL 335)Credits: 3

BIOL340 Cell and SubcellularBiologyFrequency: DCell structure and function atcellular and molecular level usinganimal, plant, and microbial cellsto illustrate common and divergent tenets. Physical and chemicalorganization of cells, analysis ofthe cell concept, emphasis onbiochemical, physiological, andultrastructural properties.Laboratory exercises dealing withisolation and characterization ofcell fractions. Two lectures, onelaboratory.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333Credits: 3

BIOL343 ConservationFrequency: DStudy of relationships of peoplewith nature; extensive treatment of world and national problemsrelated to use of natural resources. Basic approach is ecological, butimpact of economic, sociological,political, and ethical concepts onhuman ecology examined. Note:Students in any Biology degreeprogram may earn elective creditfor only one of BIOL 343, 345 or360.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111Credits: 3

BIOL344 ParasitologyFrequency: BA survey of the more importantprotozoan and helminth parasitesof humans. Special emphasis isgiven to epidemiology,pathogenesis, diagnosis, andtreatment of common parasiticdiseases.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 144 or BIOL243Credits: 1

BIOL345 Emerging InfectiousDiseasesFrequency: DThis course will examine infectious diseases whose incidence inhumans has increased within thepast two decades. The course willfocus on the etiological agents,infectious disease process,epidemiology, and the factorsassociated with the emergenceand reemergence of theseinfectious diseases.Credits: 3

BIOL360 AIDS and STDsFrequency: BDiscussion of the many waysAIDS and STDs (sexuallytransmitted diseases) haveaffected people and the societiesin which they live. The courseincludes information about humanphysiology, immune defensemechanisms, and microbiology.Detailed biological discussionsfocus on the transmission of AIDSand STDs, disease symptoms,treatment, and prevention, as wellas information on the historicalaccounts, global and regionalimpact, ethical, legal and publicpolicy considerations, economicimpact of AIDS and STDs, and the psychosocial impact on theindividual, family and community.Note: Students in any Biologydegree program may earn elective credit for only one of BIOL 310,360, or 421.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 or BIOL131 or BIOL 110Credits: 3


BIOL397 Biochemistry Seminar IFrequency: DCurrent biochemical researchpapers are analyzed in a journalclub (open discussion) format.This course will help students todevelop critical reading skills andunderscore how an array ofbiochemical techniques areapplied to address a researchproblem. Faculty from both biology and chemistry participate in thisseminar.Credits: 1

BIOL410 Tropical BiologyFrequency: CA lecture and field course on thenatural history and ecology of theneotropics. Students examineseveral terrestrial and marinetropical ecosystems, includinglowland rain forests, elfin forests,mangrove communities, and coralreefs. Each student completes afield project and journal. Onelecture per week during thesemester followed by a two-weekfield experience in Costa Ricaduring winter break. Students areresponsible for travel expenses.Credits: 3

BIOL417 Comparative AnimalPhysiologyFrequency: DHow animals maintainhomeostasis in a non-homeostaticworld. After a general introductionto mechanisms of cellularregulation and energetics theclass will discuss specificphysiological systems (respiratory, cardiovascular, osmoregulatory,etc.) and compare the modes andstrategies employed by differentanimal groups in responding tochanges in external environment.Particular attention directed toadaptations to marginal habitats,e.g. marine intertidal, deep seahydrothermal vents, hot desert.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 336Credits: 3

BIOL419 Genes and GenomesFrequency: CThe course will focus on the studyof DNA and genes from the paperby Watson and Crick to theHuman Genome Project. Thegenetic and molecular approaches used to identify genes and theimpact of genome study on society and current scientific research willbe discussed.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333 or BIOL237 or BIOL 335Credits: 3

BIOL420 Population/Community EcologyFrequency: DReading and discussion of primary literature relating to population and community ecology. Topicsinclude population growth, lifehistory patterns, competition,plant-animal interactions, andcommunity organization.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL421 BiologicalConservationFrequency: BAn examination of speciesdiversity with an emphasis onhuman activities which affect these patterns. Major topics will includethe effects of land use practices,habitat fragmentation, invasivespecies and pollution on thecurrent distribution and extinctionpatterns of plants and animals.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL422 Physiological EcologyFrequency: DReading and discussion of primary literature relating to animalinteractions with the environment.Examination of potential effects ofspecific habitats (e.g. deserts,deep sea) and the physiologicalresponses of various animals tothese environmental challenges.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL424 Aquatic BiologyFrequency: CClassification and biology of majorgroups of organisms that inhabitfreshwater environments,characteristics of aquatic habitats,pollution of aquatic environments,and the role of physical andchemical factors in aquaticecosystems.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL426 Current EnvironmentalTopicsFrequency: BThe focus of this course is onglobal environmental issues. Theissues examined have beenmaking the news during the lastyear and at the time the course istaught. Changes in climate,overpopulation, pollution,conservation, development,genetically modified organisms,invasive species, illegal speciestrade, etc. are some of theongoing issues that are covered in the course. The format of thecourse invites participation,discussion and critical thinking.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL427 Fisheries ScienceFrequency: CThis course is an overview ofIchthyology, Fisheries Biology,and Fisheries Conservation.Students will be introduced to thetaxonomic diversity of fish, fishadaptations, techniques andmodels used in the study of fishpopulations, communityinteractions, and issuesconcerning fisheries conservationand management. Specialemphasis will be placed onunderstanding Great Lakesfisheries.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 144 or BIOL243Credits: 3

BIOL429 Field BiologyFrequency: DA field-oriented course withemphasis on developing and testing scientific hypotheses. Activitiesinclude identification of local floraand fauna, using a wide variety offield techniques, statistical analysis,and writing scientific reports. SomeSaturday field trips required.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL431 Senior SeminarFrequency: AReading, discussion, and analysis ofcurrent topics of biological significance using original source material fromprimary biological periodicals.Students prepare and present aseminar based on an extensivereview of the available literature.Credits: 1

BIOL434 Animal BehaviorFrequency: BThe course will provide backgroundto the discipline of animal behaviorand examine the levels ofquestioning in this field. It willdiscuss the influence of geneticsand the environment on behavior(nature vs. nurture). It will thenmagnify our focus to the roots ofbehavior, the proximate causes ofbehavior, specifically its neural andhormonal control. It will examine the cases of bird song, electric fishEODs, shark electroreception, mothhearing and bat echolocation. It willthen focus on those behaviors thatmake up the many tasks animalsmust accomplish to survive andreproduce.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 243 or BIOL144Credits: 3

BIOL435 Developmental BiologyFrequency: BA study of animal developmentintegrating descriptive,experimental, cellular, andmolecular studies ofgametogenesis, fertilization,cleavage, gastrulation, induction,and maturation. Labs examinedevelopment from an historicalperspective including: descriptive,experimental and molecularembryology incorporatinghypothesis testing through the use of micromanipulation, cell cultureand immunohisto-chemistry. Twolectures, one laboratory.Credits: 3

BIOL436 Molecular BiologyFrequency: BStudents will study the basicprinciples of molecular biologyincluding DNA replication,transcription, and translation.Specific attention will be given tothe molecular interactions between protein, DNA, and RNA molecules. Students should gain anunderstanding of the role ofmolecular interactions in the basicprocesses required for the flow ofinformation in cells.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 237 or BIOL333 or BIOL 335Credits: 3

BIOL437 Molecular GeneticsLaboratoryFrequency: BBasic molecular geneticstechniques are taught within aresearch project in which studentsisolate, characterize, andsequence a gene. Otherexperiments include theidentification of organisms basedon DNA sequences and the typing of human DNA.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 237 or BIOL334 or BIOL 335Credits: 2

BIOL440-441 UndergraduateResearchFrequency: AIndependent study and research of mutual interest with facultymember in such areas asmorphology, physiology, evolution, development, populationdynamics, genetics, biochemistry,cell and subcellular biology,microbiology, ecology, behaviorand conservation. Course may berepeated; maximum of 12 creditscount toward the B.S. degree, only 3 of which may be included in aBiology major. Note: Studentsmay earn Biology elective creditfor only one of BIOL 440/1 or 458.Credits: 1-3

BIOL443 Plant PhysiologyFrequency: DStudy of the life processes andresponses of plants, includingwater relations and transport,photosynthesis and generalmetabolism, mineral and organicnutrition, photoperiodic responsesand rhythms, growth anddifferentiation, and plantrelationships with the environment.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 241 or BIOL133Credits: 3

BIOL447 EvolutionFrequency: CConsideration of the theoreticalframework of evolutionary biologyand the mechanisms of evolution. Special topics includemicroevolution, macroevolution,and coevolution.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330 and(BIOL 237 or BIOL 335)Credits: 3

BIOL450-451 Modern Conceptsin BiologyFrequency: AAn in-depth examination ofselected areas of biology forinterested upper-division students. Topics are determined by facultyand student interests andemphasize methods and recentresearch developments. Examples of topics currently offered on arotating basis include: Biomembranes, HormoneMechanisms, Molecular Biology,Cell/Hybridoma Culture, andBiology of Terrestrial Vertibrates.Credits: 1-3


BIOL453 Basic HematologyFrequency: BIntroduction to the study of blood,its cellular components, andvarious blood diseases.Laboratory exercises include avariety of manual techniquesinvolved with blood cell counts and determinations.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 336Credits: 1

BIOL457 BiostatisticsFrequency: CA review of statistical testsfrequently used in the biologicalsciences. Emphasis is placed onunderstanding experimentaldesign and what statistics can and cannot do. Uses of computerstatistical packages are alsoconsidered.Credits: 3

BIOL458 Lab Supervision inBiologyFrequency: AA supervisory experience inteaching of the biologydepartment’s laboratories underthe guidance of a faculty member.Student experiences may include;preparing materials for the lab,and demonstrating proceduresand techniques to students. Note:Students may earn Biologyelective credit for only one of BIOL 440/1 or 458.Credits: 1

BIOL461 Immunology andSerologyFrequency: BStudy of the mechanisms of theimmune response includingcellular basis of immunity andmolecular basis ofantigen-antibody reactions.Regulation of antibody productionand cell-mediated reactivityexamined. Current clinicalapplicability considered indiscussion of tumor,transplantation, allergy-related,and autoimmune immunobiology.Several laboratory exercisesincluded involvingserological/immunologicaldeterminations detectingantigen-antibody interactions.Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333 and(BIOL 237 or BIOL 335)Credits: 3

BIOL465 AdvancedExperimental BiochemistryFrequency: BState-of-the-art biochemical andmolecular techniques are taughtwithin this hands-on,laboratory-based course. Potential topics include the polymerasechain reaction (PCR),oligonucleotide synthesis,DNA/protein sequencing andanalysis (BLAST, DNASIS),pulse-field gel electrophoresis, gas chromatography-massspectroscopy (GC-MS), nuclearmagnetic resonance (NMR)spectroscopy, high performanceliquid chronatography (HPLC),immunochemistry, and/or othercontemporary techniques.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 334Credits: 2

BIOL466 Current Issues inDevelopmental BiologyFrequency: CCourse focuses on recentdevelopments in the rapidlyexpanding field of developmentalbiology. With the advent of thetools available to molecularbiologists, the course will studyrecent advances in the geneticunderstanding of various aspectsof embryological development and regeneration. The course willpresent a variety of topicsincluding: fertilization, gastrulation, maternal effect genes, patternformation, and evolutionaryaspects of development. Prerequisite: Junior standing inmajor.Credits: 3

BIOL468 BiomembranesFrequency: CThe objectives of this courseinclude: identification of differenttypes of membranes based uponcomposition, morphology andcellular functions, and examination of experiments which haveprovided understanding of howmembranes function in cells andorganisms. Topics includemembrane composition, electronmicroscope techniques,membrane transport, membraneproteins and enzymes, receptors,hormone interaction, cellrecognition, secretion, andbiogenesis of membranes. BIOL333 or equivalent, or permissionrequired.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333Credits: 3

BIOL469 Eukaryotic GeneRegulationFrequency: DIn depth examination of the waysin which eukaryotic cells regulatetheir protein composition at thelevels of genome replication,transcription, post-transcriptionalmodifications, and translations. Topics include chromatinstructure, transcription factors, and DNA sequence elements, severalcell-type specific transcriptionalevents and how these areregulated, as well as howtranscriptional regulation goneawry can cause cancer.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 237 or BIOL335Credits: 3

BIOL470 Hormone MechanismsFrequency: CCourse will examine the basicphysiological, cellular andmolecular pathways whichregulate metabolism, growth, andneurological activities oforganisms, especially mammals. Discussions will follow textinformation and general modelswill be supported with primaryresearch literature to showdevelopments from recentexperiments.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333Credits: 3

BIOL472 MicrobialPathogenesisFrequency: DCourse focuses on the molecularbasis of microbial pathogenesis. Through the application of molecular techniques to the study of themicrobe-host interaction, scientistsare gaining a fundamentalunderstanding of the virulencemechanisms of microbialpathogens. Using primary literaturethe course will illustrate how theintegration of the molecular basis ofvirulence mechanisms with theclinical aspects of disease hasenhanced our understanding of thepathogenesis of infectious diseases.Credits: 3

BIOL473 AnimalCommunicationFrequency: CThe course will provide abackground for the field of animalcommunication including adiscussion of definitions of animalcommunication. It will then surveythe production, transmission andreception of auditory, visual, andchemical signals. Optimality theory and signal detection theory will beintroduced as they apply to animalcommunication. It will spend sometime on how signals come to beand why they have the design theydo (signal evolution). Finally, it willinvestigate signaling in a variety ofsituations such as betweenpotential mates, other conspecifics, as well as environmental andautocommunication signaling.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 330Credits: 3

BIOL475 AdvancedBiochemistryFrequency: BA continuation of BIOL 333, thiscourse explores biochemicalconcepts and pathways with anemphasis on problem solving.Cellular control and coordination of biochemical pathways isemphasized in light of anadvanced understanding of protein biochemistry. Lecture only.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333Credits: 3

BIOL490 Biology InternshipFrequency: AApproved biology-relatedexperiences in academia,government, industry or otherfoundations. Requires thepermission of the department andfaculty sponsor.Credits: 1-15

BIOL497 Biochemistry Seminar IIFrequency: BStudents prepare oralpresentations based on anassessment of current biochemical research papers. The course willhelp students to further developcritical reading and scientificcommunication skills. Faculty from both biology and chemistryparticipate in the seminar.Credits: 1

BusinessAdministration

BUAD100 Freshman SeminarFrequency: BA one-credit course intended tohelp incoming freshman succeedin Business Administration andAccounting at SUNY Fredonia.The course provides anintroduction to the nature ofcollege education and anorientation to the functions andresources of the BusinessAdministration department and the college as a whole.Credits: 1

BUAD101 UnderstandingBusinessFrequency: DAn introduction to the art andscience of mobilizing, in pursuit ofprofit, scarce resources in order tosatisfy customers’ demand forquality products and services.Topics such as evolution ofAmerican business enterprises,social responsibility, productionmanagement, human resourcemanagement, marketing,accounting, and internationalbusiness will be introduced. Thiscourse is designed primarily fornon-majors, although open toBusiness Administrationfreshmen/sophomore students.Credits: 3


BUAD161 InformationTechnology LiteracyFrequency: ACourse examines the selectionand use of basic hardware/software technologies for personal productivity in every day businesssettings. Students are introducedto how common informationalbusiness productivity softwaresuch as electronic mail, desktoppublishing, presentation, electronic spreadsheets, file managementand web browsers are used togather, store, analyze and reportinformation. Lab instruction isused to complement the course by providing student with hands-onexperience with a set of theabove-mentioned applications.Credits: 3

BUAD200 Fundamentals ofStatistics for Business andEconomicsFrequency: AAn introductory study of statisticalmethods as applied to businessand economic problems. Topicscovered include: frequencydistributions, measures of centraltendency, measures of dispersion, probability, probabilitydistributions, samplingdistributions, estimation, andstatistical inference. Note: Creditfor at most one of the followingcourses may be applied towards a student’s requirements forgraduation: BUAD 200, ECON200, EDU 200, POLI 200, SOC200, and STAT 200.Credits: 3

BUAD235 Introduction toBusiness CommunicationFrequency: BThis highly practical coursefocuses on the criticalcommunication skills involved ineffective written and oralcommunication while emphasizing applications of communicationconcepts in the world of business.Students will be able to engage inapplication exercises, build theirexploratory skills, and confrontproblems of diversity. The courseis cross listed with COMM 235.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

BUAD261 ManagementInformation SystemsFrequency: ACourse provides an overview ofstrategic, tactical and operationalsystems used in business, and how these systems are used fordecision support in organizations. The course discusses the concepts of IS for competitive advantage,data as a resource, IS and ITplanning and implementation. Topics include systems theory andconcepts, information theory andquality, decision theory, systemsanalysis, database management,network and telecommunicationmanagement, electronic commerce and social and ethical issuesrelated to information systems. Lab instruction in developing databases and decision supportsystems using an office softwaresuite complements the course.Prerequisite: BUAD 161 orpermission of department.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 161Credits: 3

BUAD266 Business ApplicationDevelopmentFrequency: BCourse covers the development of computer software for businessinformation processing. Topicsinclude flowcharting, pseudocode,algorithm development, data andfile structures and representationand programming. The coursealso introduces students to basicsoftware management practicesfor application development. Labinstruction in visual programminglanguage-supporting objects isused to complement the coursematerial.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 161 andMATH 120Credits: 3

BUAD300 Statistical AnalysisFrequency: BContinuation of BUAD 200. Astudy of the techniques and toolsused in analyzing business andeconomic data with equalemphasis on estimationtechniques and interpretation ofresults. Topics covered includesimple and multiple linearregression, time series analysis,and analysis of variance. Use ofSPSS, a statistical computersoftware package, as well asEXCEL, is an integrated part of the course.Prerequisite(s): ECON 200 orBUAD 200 or EDU 200 or POLI200 or SOC 200 or STAT 200Credits: 3

BUAD310 Legal Environment ofBusinessFrequency: BA one semester survey course oflegal issues affecting individualsand businesses. Topics coveredinclude dispute resolution, contract law, torts, agency law, and lawsgoverning the creation, operation,and termination of businessorganizations. Various public lawtopics will be examined, as well as principles of international law, andtheoretical considerations.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

BUAD313 Health LawFrequency: CAn introduction to the major legalissues and principles in the healthcare field and in administration ofhealth care services, includingfederal and state legislation andregulations on private and publicinsurance programs, and onoperation of hospitals, and otherhealth care facilities. Other issuesexamined include medicalmalpractice, patients rights,confidentiality, living wills, andpatient designation of arepresentative or proxy to act ontheir behalf.Credits: 3

BUAD315 Principles ofBusiness FinanceFrequency: AAn examination of the conceptualand institutional framework withinwhich the financial manageroperates. Topics covermanagement and valuation ofassets, including management offunds and working capital,financial planning and capitalbudgeting in a national and globalenvironment.Prerequisite(s): (ECON 200 orBUAD 200 or EDU 200 or POLI200 or SOC 200 or STAT 200) and ACCT 201 and ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

BUAD317 Corporate Finance IFrequency: BAn examination of problemsrelated to the investment,acquisition, and distribution offinancial resources. Stress isplaced upon integrating theseareas into one system to facilitateand evaluate the operation of thefinance function. Topics includecash flows, risk analysis, capitalbudgeting and structure, andinternational financialmanagement.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 320Credits: 3

BUAD319 Health Care FinanceFrequency: CAn introductory course on theapplication of financialmanagement techniques in thehealth care industry. Particularemphasis is placed onunderstanding the uniqueproblems facing the industry in the financial relationships amonghospitals, patients, physicians and other providers, insurance, capitalsuppliers and governmentalagencies.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 320Credits: 3

BUAD320 Managerial FinanceFrequency: AThe techniques of managerialfinance as a decision science, inthe context of owner wealthmaximization and alternativebusiness goals, are presented.The topics include time value ofmoney, risk analysis, capitalbudgeting, capital structure,dividend theory, financial analysis, working capital management andforeign exchange riskmanagement. NOTE: Studentsmust earn a minimum C- grade inthe prerequisite courses listedbelow.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 andACCT 202 and ECON 300 and(ECON 200 or EDU 200 or POLI200 or PSY 200 or SOC 200 orSTAT 200)Pre- or co-requisite: ECON300Credits: 3

BUAD321 Management andOrganizational BehaviorFrequency: BAn in-depth study of the theoriesand processes of managementfocusing on organizationalbehavior, hierarchical versusnetwork organizational structure,and organizational culture. Issueswithin the organization such asmotivation and leadership,diversity and group dynamics, and external environmental influencesincluding technology, ethics,diversity and globalconsiderations, are examined.Credits: 3

BUAD323 OrganizationalBehaviorFrequency: AThe historical and currentdevelopment of managementprinciples is covered includingtheories of motivation forindividuals, groups andorganizations, leadership,organizational design andperformance evaluation. NOTE: Students must earn a minimum C-grade in the prerequisite courseslisted below.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 andACCT 202 and ECON 201 andECON 202 and (BUAD 200 orECON 200 or POLI 200 or PSY200 or SOC 200 or STAT 200)Credits: 3


BUAD325 Principles ofMarketingFrequency: AAn introduction to the field ofmarketing and marketingmanagement. Emphasis on themarketing function of pricing,promotion, distribution, andproduct design both domesticallyand internationally. Students willlearn to employ state-of-the-artinformation to plan, price,distribute, advertise, and promoteproducts and services in the 21stcentury global economy assymbolic analysts and knowledgeworkers. The course will focus onhow skilled marketers apply theirknowledge and creative ideas toinsure competitive success andmarket position and to fuel thehigh-tech information society.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

BUAD327 Production andOperations Management IFrequency: AA fundamental course in theconcepts of production andoperations management (P/OM),and the use of quantitativemethods and computerapplications related to effectivecontrol of products and operativesystems. Topics include P/OMstrategy and internationalcompetition issues,decision-making tools, linearprogramming, waiting line models,process strategies, workmeasurement techniques, andpurchasing management andJust-In-Time strategies. NOTE: Students must earn a minimum C-grade in the prerequisite courseslisted below.Prerequisite(s): (ECON 200 orEDU 200 or BUAD 200 or POLI200 or SOC 200 or PSY 200 orSTAT 200) and (MATH 120 orMATH 122) and ACCT 201 andACCT 202 and ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

BUAD328 MarketingFoundationsFrequency: AThe course develops anunderstanding of the marketingenvironment of business, andexplores the interrelationshipsbetween product, price, promotion, the global marketplace and howthey affect business decisions.NOTE: Students must earn aminimum C- grade in theprerequisite courses listed below.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201 andACCT 202 and ECON 201 andECON 202 and (ECON 200 orBUAD 200 or POLI 200 or PSY200 or SOC 200 or STAT 200)Credits: 3

BUAD330 Human ResourceManagementFrequency: CA study of the Human Resourcefunction. Topics covered includerecruitment, selection, hiring,performance evaluation,compensation, motivation, trainingand development, legalenvironment such as OSHA,EEOC and sexual harassmentissues, and industrial relations.Emphasis on how managers candeal with and use the HumanResources function.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323Credits: 3

BUAD340 Marketing ResearchFrequency: DA specialized marketing coursethat examines modernmethodologies needed toeffectively use new informationtechnologies to meet the world’sgrowing demand for competitivelypriced quality products andservices. The nature and scope ofcomputer-aided marketingresearch, research design anddata collection methods, includingsampling and focus groups, arereviewed. Individual and groupfield projects will be reported inoral and written presentations.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 328 andBUAD 300Credits: 3

BUAD342 Consumer BehaviorFrequency: BAn integrative marketing coursethat examines individualpsychological and socialenvironments in which consumersattempt to satisfy felt needs andwants. Both marketing andpersonal perspectives areexplored in class resulting ingreater student appreciation andunderstanding of the complexity of human behavior in the newhigh-tech cross-cultural settingaround the world.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 328Credits: 3

BUAD350 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in BusinessAdministration not covered indetail by regular courses and notoffered on a regular basis. Topicannounced in Course OfferingsBulletin each semester.Credits: 1-3

BUAD361 Networks, Distributed Systems, TelecommunicationsFrequency: BCourse provides an in-depthknowledge of data communications and networking requirementsincluding networking andtelecommunications technologies,hardware, and software. Emphasis is upon the analysis and design ofnetworking applications inorganizations. Management oftelecommunications networks,cost-benefit analysis, andevaluation of connectivity optionsare also covered. Topics includecommunications protocols, localarea networks (LAN), wide areanetworks (WAN), distributedsystems, client-server systems,telephone service and internetting. Lab instruction in administering aLAN complements the course.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 261 andMATH 120Credits: 3

BUAD363 Systems Analysis and DesignFrequency: BCourse provides an introduction to the analysis and logical design ofcomputer-based informationsystems (IS) in business settings. The course is a survey of modernsystems development practicesand methods such as systemsdevelopment life cycle, rapidapplications development andprototyping. Topics includetechniques for studying businessinformation flows, defininginformation requirements,designing and implementingcomputer-based solutions, theroles of systems analysts anddesigners; and global and ethicalconcerns in systems development. The system analysis and designtechniques and tools introduced inthe course are integrated with labinstruction using Computer AidedSoftware Engineering (CASE)tools.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 261 andMATH 120Credits: 3

BUAD366 DatabaseManagement SystemsFrequency: BThe course introduces thetechnologies used to develop andimplement database applicationsfor business. All major databasemanagement systems (DBMS),including hierarchical, network,relational and post-relational(object-relational andobject-oriented) are covered, withrelational database systems as the main focus. Special emphasis isplaced on data modeling(entity-relationship andsemantic-object), database design and normalization, and relationaldatabase querying through SQL(Structured Query Language) andQBF (Query-By-Form). Labinstruction in desktop andhigh-end DBMS using SQLcomplements the course.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 363Credits: 3

BUAD376 Business and CultureFrequency: BA survey of various aspects ofculture and their impact on doingbusiness in the internationalarena. Topics include verbal andnon-verbal communication,negotiation, foreign exchange, and country-specific research.Emphasis on cultural awarenessand understanding in business.Credits: 3

BUAD411 MarketingManagementFrequency: DA challenging course employingthe Harvard Case Method in which students will develop an ability tomake critical marketing decisions,support those decisions withappropriate analysis, andcommunicate ideas both orally and in writing. The goal of the course is to help develop students’ criticalreasoning powers using real-lifeexamples of marketing problemsencountered by both domestic and multi-national companies andcomparing studentrecommendations with actualresults.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 328Credits: 3

BUAD416 Investment AnalysisFrequency: BA study of investment objectives;basic determinations of investment values; securities marketorganization; approaches toinvestment analysis; evaluation ofvaluation theories and proceduresand individual and institutionportfolio policies.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 320Credits: 3

BUAD418 Corporate Finance IIFrequency: DA continuation of the study ofproblems related to themanagement of financialresources. Topics such as capitalbudgeting and cost of capital arecovered in greater depth. Othertopics such as leasing andmergers which are not covered inprior courses are introduced.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 317Credits: 3


BUAD427 Production andOperations Management IIFrequency: BContinuation of BAUD 327 withemphasis on the nature of theproduction, operations, andmaterial functions and theirinter-relationship with quality.Discussions, problems, computerapplications, and case studies ofqualitative and quantitativemethods of analysis currentlyavailable (e.g., materialrequirement planning, MRP I) tomanage production operationsfunctions. In depth coverage ofmanagement science/operationsresearch models to optimizeresource utilization andmanagement control in aproduction environment; capacityplanning, reliability sampling,PERT/CPM scheduling andproject management systems,transportation and locationstrategies, aggregate planningtactics, inventory managementand Just-In-Time tactics, andmaterials resource planning (MRP II).Prerequisite(s): BUAD 327Credits: 3

BUAD430 Independent StudyFrequency: CA course for highly motivatedstudents to undertake, underfaculty guidance, special studies in areas of Business which are notnormally covered in other courses.Credits: 1-6

BUAD440 Advanced HumanResource ManagementFrequency: DThe application of HumanResource Management conceptsto specific business problemsthrough case analysis relating tothe Human ResourceManagement topics covered inBUAD 330.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 330Credits: 3

BUAD445 Integrated MarketingCommunicationsFrequency: BThis advanced marketing courseanalyzes the components ofintegrated marketingcommunications which includes all communication functions, bothinternal and external, of anorganization employing newinformation technologies. Classdiscussions will exploredetermining domestic andinternational consumer needs andwants, creating advertising andpromotional messages, mediastrategy, and message strategy.Students will gain practicalexperience in developing acomprehensive marketing plan.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 328Credits: 3

BUAD446 Sales ManagementFrequency: BThis advanced marketing courseof study includes how modernsales managers employstate-of-the-art technology toidentify, process, and solve salesmanagement problems. Classassignments and discussionsreveal contradictory perspectivesto complex marketing problems.The course will also cover salesforce structure in newlean-management organizations,determining neededcharacteristics and recruiting ofnew sales representatives, andprocessing, hiring, training, andethically managing a multi-national sales force in the 21st century.Individual and grouppresentations, both written andoral, will be required.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 328Credits: 3

BUAD450 Senior SeminarFrequency: DSeminar dealing withcontemporary problems that isdesigned so that students mayutilize what they have learned. This seminar also serves tointroduce students tointerdisciplinary approaches inproblem solving and lead topossible areas of graduate orprofessional work. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Permission of instructor or seniorstanding.Credits: 1-3

BUAD462 Electronic CommerceFrequency: DCourse provides more in-depthknowledge of current andemerging e-commercetechnologies using the Internetintroduced in earlier MIS courses.Topics include Internet technologyfor business advantage, managing e-commerce funds transfers,business opportunities ine-commerce, Web site design,social, political and ethical issuesassociated with e-commerce, andbusiness plans for technologyventures. The purpose of thiscourse is to educate managers,planners, analysts, andprogrammers of the realities andpotential for e-commerce. Labinstruction in modern Internetapplication developmentcomplements the course.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 261Credits: 3

BUAD463 InformationTechnology ProjectManagementFrequency: BA survey of general managementprocesses for planning, managingand controlling IT projects. Bothtechnical and behavioral aspectsof project management arediscussed. The focus is onmanagement of development forenterprise-level systems. Topicsinclude defining project scope,cost and resource management,scheduling using PERT/CPM,quality management, riskmanagement and projectintegration management. Labinstruction in a modern projectmanagement software toolcomplements the course.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 363Credits: 3

BUAD466 BusinessObject-Oriented ModelingFrequency: BCourse covers physical design,programming, testing andimplementation of object-orientedand client-server businessinformation systems. Studentslearn how to define businessobjects and how to use them increating a component-basedapplication. Lab instruction usingvisual programming languagesupporting objects is used tocomplement the course material.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 361 andBUAD 366Credits: 3

BUAD480 InternshipFrequency: AThis course provides credit tostudents for professionalexperiences which are closelyrelated to their field of study. Enrollment is to be arranged withan appropriate instructor.Permission of departmentalinternship coordinator and juniorstanding.Credits: 1-9

BUAD499 StrategicManagementFrequency: AA capstone course emphasizingtop multi-national managementissues through utilization ofknowledge and skills developed inprevious courses. Problemanalysis and decision-making incase studies and group projectssimulate the process of strategyformulation in the firm.Prerequisite(s): BUAD 320 andBUAD 323 and BUAD 328Credits: 3

Chemistry

CHEM100 Chemistry FreshmenSeminarFrequency: BThe course is designed forFreshmen Chemistry majors inorder to help them develop theskills required to succeed as ascience major and get the mostout of their college experience. Students will be introduced to theChemistry faculty and staff, current chemistry majors and thedepartment facilities in addition tocareer options and campusresources. A major emphasis willbe focused on effective learningstyles and study skills.Credits: 1

CHEM105 Food ChemistryFrequency: BIntroductory course fornon-science majors only.Chemical aspects of the collection, preparation, storage, cooking, andconsumption of food. Notapplicable toward a major or minor in Chemistry.Credits: 3

CHEM107 Chemistry forConsumersFrequency: AIntroductory course fornon-science majors; emphasis inpractical aspects of chemistry ineveryday life. Topics includenuclear chemistry, foods,gardening, pest control, healthchemistry, and home products.Not applicable toward a major orminor in Chemistry.Credits: 3

CHEM113 Chemistry and theEnvironmentFrequency: CBasic chemical principlespresented. Emphasis on theirrelationship to environmentalproblems of our society. Study ofchemical nature of substancesand their transformations fromenvironmental point of view. Notapplicable toward a major or minor in Chemistry.Credits: 3

CHEM114 Introduction toChemistryFrequency: DAn introduction to chemicalprinciples, emphasizing formulas,equations, bonding, atomicstructure, nomenclature, periodicproperties, and chemicalcalculations. Intended for studentswho have not taken chemistry inhigh school and/or who plan totake CHEM 115-116 but feelunprepared to do so. Notapplicable toward a major or minor in Chemistry.Credits: 3


CHEM115 General ChemistryLecture IFrequency: ANuclear, electronic, and molecularcomposition and structure andprinciples of chemical bondingused to describe nature andreactivity of atoms, ions, andmolecules. Includes lawsgoverning behavior of gases,liquids, and solids.Credits: 3

CHEM116 General ChemistryLecture IIFrequency: AContinuation of CHEM 115.Thermodynamics, chemicalkinetics, chemical quilibrium,properties of acids and bases,aqueous solutions,electrochemistry, and nuclearchemistry.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 115Credits: 3

CHEM125 General ChemistryLaboratory IFrequency: ASome fundamental principles inexperimental investigation ofchemical substances andphenomena. Includesconsideration of chemical andphysical properties and typicalreactions of inorganic and organiccompounds. Equilibria,thermochemistry,oxidation-reduction, rates ofchemical reactions, andvolumetric, gravimetric, andqualitative analysis investigated. One laboratory period per week.Credits: 1

CHEM126 General ChemistryLaboratory IIFrequency: ASome fundamental principles inexperimental investigation ofchemical substances andphenomena. Includesconsideration of chemical andphysical properties and typicalreactions of inorganic and organiccompounds. Equilibria,thermochemistry, oxidation-reduction, rates of chemicalreactions, and volumetric,gravimetric, and qualitativeanalysis investigated. Onelaboratory period per week.Credits: 1

CHEM130 Honors GeneralChemistry LaboratoryFrequency: BDirected studies designed to foster independence of thought andimprove laboratory technique.Emphasis on quantitativedeterminations by acid-base,complexation, and spectroscopicmethods. Open to Chemistrymajors and others by permissionof department. One laboratoryperiod per week.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 115 andCHEM 125Credits: 1

CHEM154 Nature of ScienceFrequency: BThe aim of this introductory course is to increase studentunderstanding of how scientiststhink and work. Discussions willfocus on the hows, whys, scope,and limits of today’s scientificmethodology. It will also explorefamous experiments from thehistory of science, including thosedescribed by Galileo, Newton,Cavendish, and Young. Thecourse fulfills one of the Part 7requirements of the CCC, but isnot applicable toward a major orminor in Chemistry.Credits: 3

CHEM170 Scientific RevolutionsFrequency: BExamines the role of science inWestern European culture fromroughly 1540-1905. Focusesmainly on the lives and thescientific and cultural contributions of six revolutionary figures ofscience: Copernicus, Galileo,Newton, Lavosier, Darwin, andEinstein.Credits: 3

CHEM215 Organic ChemistryLecture IFrequency: AStructure and reactions of themost important classes of organiccompounds: hydrocarbons andprincipal functional groups of thecompounds of carbon. Structure,occurrence, properties of organiccompounds of biologicalsignificance.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 116Credits: 3

CHEM216 Organic ChemistryLecture IIFrequency: BStructure and reactions of themost important classes of organiccompounds: hydrocarbons andprincipal functional groups of thecompounds of carbon. Structure,occurrence, properties of organiccompounds of biologicalsignificance.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 116Credits: 3

CHEM225 Organic ChemistryLaboratory IFrequency: BTechniques for determination ofphysical and chemical properties,synthesis, and isolation fromnatural sources, of organiccompounds. Nuclear magneticresonance and infraredspectroscopy incorporated inexperiments. One laboratoryperiod per week.Credits: 1

CHEM226 Organic ChemistryLaboratory IIFrequency: BTechniques for determination ofphysical and chemical properties,synthesis, and isolation fromnatural sources, of organiccompounds. Nuclear magneticresonance and infraredspectroscopy incorporated inexperiments. One laboratoryperiod per week.Credits: 1

CHEM230 Advanced OrganicLaboratoryFrequency: BThe utilization of instrumentalmethods and advanced laboratorytechniques in organic chemistry.Includes hands-on use of variousinstrumental methods includinginfared, nuclear magneticresonance, and gaschromatography. One three-hourlaboratory period per week.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 225Credits: 1

CHEM302 Chemistry in Today’sSocietyFrequency: DFor non-majors only. Discussion of chemistry topics of majorrelevance to society, includingsome useful industrial processes,pollution, energy sources, and thedetection of hazardous materials,especially those of local concern.Not applicable toward a major orminor in Chemistry.Credits: 3

CHEM305 LaboratorySupervision in ChemistryFrequency: AStudents enrolling in this courseserve as laboratory assistantsunder supervision of a facultymember. Students selected bydepartment after completingapplication form (available fromchairperson). Four hours of workper week expected for each hourof credit elected; may be takenmore than once. Does not counttoward major requirements.Credits: 1-2

CHEM314 Principles of Physical ChemistryFrequency: DA one semester introduction tophysical chemistry intendedprimarily for biology andbiochemistry majors. Itemphasizes thermodynamics andkinetics, especially as applied tobiological phenomena. Alsoincluded will be discussions oftransport processes, solutions and electrolytes. Quantum chemistrywill be briefly discussed. Thecourse is only for biochemistrymajors pursuing the biologicalemphasis track.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121 orMATH 123 and CHEM 116Credits: 3

CHEM315 Physical ChemistryLecture IFrequency: BApplication of the laws of kinetics,thermodynamics, quantummechanics, and statisticalthermodynamics to chemicalsystems. Theories relating tospectroscopy and molecularstructure.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 116 andMATH 123 and PHYS 231 andPHYS 233Credits: 3

CHEM316 Physical ChemistryLecture IIFrequency: BApplication of the laws of kinetics,thermodynamics, quantummechanics, and statisticalthermodynamics to chemicalsystems. Theories relating tospectroscopy and molecularstructure.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 116 andMATH 123 and PHYS 231 andPHYS 233Credits: 3

CHEM317 Analytical Chemistry,Quantitative AnalysisFrequency: BGravimetric, volumetric, andelementary instrumentaldeterminations. Emphasis onvolumetric analysis. Neutralization, oxidation-reduction,complexometric, andelectrochemical methods.Introduction to computer methodsin chemistry.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 116Credits: 3

CHEM318 Analytical Chemistry,Instrumental AnalysisFrequency: BContinuation of CHEM 317.Application of instrumentalmethods to quantitative chemicalanalysis, including spectroscopy,potentiometry, chromatography,nuclear and chemical methods.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 317Credits: 3

CHEM325 Physical ChemistryLaboratory IFrequency: BLaboratory experiments designedto accompany CHEM 315. Onelaboratory period per week.Credits: 1

CHEM326 Physical ChemistryLaboratory IIFrequency: BLaboratory experiments designedto accompany CHEM 316. Onelaboratory period per week.Credits: 1

CHEM327 Analytical Chemistry I LaboratoryFrequency: BLaboratory experiments designedto accompany CHEM 317.Credits: 1


CHEM328 Analytical ChemistryII LaboratoryFrequency: BLaboratory experiments designedto accompany CHEM 318.Credits: 2

CHEM333 BiochemistryFrequency: BThe structure and function ofproteins and the regulation ofmetabolic pathways will be thecentral concepts presented in thecourse. Students should gain anunderstanding of the fundamentalprinciples of the biology of proteinmolecules. BIOL 237 Geneticsrecommended as prerequisite.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 216 andCHEM 226Credits: 3

CHEM334 BiochemistryLaboratoryFrequency: BIntroduction to laboratory practiceusing biochemical techniques toisolate and characterize proteins.Enzyme kinetics andbioinformatics are also covered.Credits: 1

CHEM371-372 Internship inChemistryFrequency: AApproved practical experience inindustrial, environmental,commercial, forensic, or otherlaboratories. Internships mayaccompany paid working timearrangements.Credits: 1-3

CHEM391-392 Independent LabResearchFrequency: AFor students having juniorstanding. See CHEM 491-492 forlist of study and research areas.Credits: 1-3

CHEM395 Introduction toResearchFrequency: BPrepares the student to carry outindependent research. Topicsinclude the philosophy ofresearch, descriptions of currentfaculty research interests,research records, laboratorysafety, use of the chemicalliterature, technical writing, andresearch tools and methodology.One lecture per week.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 216Credits: 1

CHEM397 Biochemistry Seminar IFrequency: BCurrent biochemical researchpapers are analyzed in a journalclub (open discusssions) format. The course helps students todevelop critical reading skills andunderscore how an array ofbiochemical techniques areapplied to address a researchproblem. Faculty from bothdepartments participate in theseminar.Credits: 1

CHEM405 Industrial ChemistryFrequency: DApplication of chemical principlesto chemical and environmentalprocesses. Topics include massand energy balances overcomplex systems, reaction kinetics and thermodynamics, combustion, behavior of real gases, and wasteminimization. Directed towardstudents with career interests inindustry and/or chemical orenvironmental engineering.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 315Credits: 3

CHEM407 OrganometallicsFrequency: CIntroduction to the chemistry oftransition metal organometallics.Descriptions of the bonding,synthesis, structures, andreactions of major classes oforganometallic compounds, aswell as their role in organicsynthesis and catalysis.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 216Credits: 3

CHEM412 Advanced OrganicChemistryFrequency: CThe discussion of certain types ofreactions for the synthesis ofcompounds having significance toorganic or bioorganic chemistry.Examples include addition/elimination; oxidation/reduction;free radical; carbanionic;pericyclic; and other types ofreactions.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 215 andCHEM 216Credits: 3

CHEM417 Polymer ChemistryFrequency: CAn overview of polymers, with anemphasis on their chemistry,properties, and significance.Focus on the synthesis,characterization, and fabrication,and physical chemistry ofpolymers.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 216 andCHEM 315Credits: 3

CHEM462 Inorganic ChemistryFrequency: BTopics include introduction tomolecular symmetry and grouptheory. Discussions of electronicstructure of atoms and theirperiodic properties followed bydetailed considerations of ionicand covalent bonding. Acid-basetheories presented in addition togeneral chemistry of the elementswith emphasis on transitionmetals. Introduction toorganometallic chemistry andbio-inorganic chemistry included.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 315Credits: 3

CHEM465 AdvancedExperimental BiochemistryFrequency: BState-of-the art biochemical andmolecular techniques are taughtwithin the hands-on,laboratory-based course. Potential topics include the polymerasechain reaction (PCR),oligonucleotide synthesis,DNA/protein sequencing andanalysis (BLAST, DNASIS),pulse-field gel electrophoresis, gas chromatography-massspectroscopy (GC-MS), nuclearmagnetic resonance (NMR)spectroscopy, high perfomanceliquid chromatography (HPLC),immunochemistry, and/or othercontemporary techniques.Minimum of 2 credits of thiscourse.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 334Credits: 2

CHEM472 Inorganic ChemistryLaboratoryFrequency: BLaboratory studies of inorganicand organometallic compoundsand ions. Synthetic experimentsrequire inert atmosphere (vacuumline, dry box, and Schlenk)techniques; characterization byspectral, solid-state, andelectrochemical methods. Onelaboratory period per week.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 315 andCHEM 325Credits: 1

CHEM473 EnvironmentalChemistryFrequency: CInterrelationships of chemistry with the environment. Topics includewater quality and chemistry, waste disposal, atmospheric chemistry,and the chemistry of energy andpower production. Class activitieswill include discussions oftechnical papers drawn from thecontemporary scientific literatureand simulation of environmentalproblems through computermodels.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 315 orCHEM 317Credits: 3

CHEM475 AdvancedBiochemistryFrequency: BA continuation of BIOL 333, thecourse explores biochemicalconcepts and pathways with anemphasis on problem solving.Cellular control and coordination of biochemical pathways isemphasized in light of anadvanced understanding of protein biochemistry. Lecture only.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 333Credits: 3

CHEM481 Special Topics inChemistryFrequency: BTopics of special or currentinterest offered periodically.Credits: 1-3

CHEM490 Independent StudyFrequency: ATopics of special interest.Non-laboratory work in association with faculty supervisor. Mayrequire course prerequisites asdetermined by instructor.Credits: 1-3

CHEM491-492 IndependentLaboratory ResearchFrequency: AFor students having seniorstanding. Study and researchareas include analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, and polymerchemistry. Prerequisites dependupon areas of study and research.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 395Credits: 1-3

CHEM495-496 Seminar:Advances in ChemistryFrequency: ATopics of current research interest; presentations by seniors, graduate students, faculty, and visitors. Every student is required topresent one seminar during one of the two semesters. Emphasis ondetailed knowledge of subjectmatter, techniques for searchingthe professional literature, andprocedures for the preparation and presentation of a professionalseminar. Majors only.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 216Credits: 1

CHEM497 Biochemistry Seminar IIFrequency: BStudents prepare oralpresentations based on anassessment of current biochemical research papers. The course willhelp students to further developcritical reading and scientificcommunication skills. Facultyfrom both biology and chemistryparticipate in the seminar.Credits: 1

CHEM499 Senior ThesisFrequency: BPreparation of an extensive written account of the student’s originallaboratory research including anin-depth literature survey,background discussion,presentation of data and results,and conclusions. Open to majorsonly.Credits: 1


Communication

COMM101 Fundamentals ofCommunicationFrequency: AThe course provides a broadintroduction to the field ofcommunication focusing on bothinterpersonal and mediatedcommunication. The course goal is to help one think critically abouteveryday interactions and to“discover” the degree in which thecontent and forms ofcommunication contribute tocreating meaning, and shapingpersonal and social realities. Theprocess of meaning-making will be examined to help one become amore effective communicator,especially in situations wherecommunicators experience“difference” with others within andacross cultures.Credits: 3

COMM102 Mass Media andSocietyFrequency: BAn introductory course dealing,humanistically, with the processand effects of masscommunication. Topics include: (1) a description of the industries ofmass communication based ontheir mutual dependence; (2)related media industries such asadvertising, public relations, newsservices; and (3) the influence and results of mass communicationstudying mass media research.Consideration of the ethicalstandards for the media.Credits: 3

COMM105 Public SpeakingFrequency: ABasic principles involved in publiccommunication. Emphasis on thetechniques involved in audienceanalysis, critical thinking andargumentation, listening, ethics,and message structure anddelivery for public presentations.Credits: 3

COMM110 Desktop PresentationFrequency: AFive week mini-course dealingwith skills and concepts involvedin preparing desktoppresentations. Students will beintroduced to Macintosh desktopand network operations,presentation software includingPowerpoint and Photoshop, andassociated computer input andoutput devices.Credits: 1

COMM111 Web DesignFrequency: AFive week mini-course dealingwith the skills and conceptsinvolved in creating and publishing pages on the World Wide Web.Emphasis is placed on learningAdobe Dreamweaver, one of themost commonly used HTMLeditors. Students will also becomefamiliar with techniques toincorporate other media into a web page.Credits: 1

COMM112 Desktop VideoFrequency: AFive week mini-course dealingwith skills and concepts involvedin preparing video for computermultimedia presentation.Digitizing, non-linear editing ofvideo and sound, effects andtransitions, incorporation ofcomputer graphics, and computeranimation.Credits: 1

COMM114 Electronic DarkroomFrequency: AFive week mini-course coveringthe basics of computer imaging,retouching, and color painting.Emphasis is placed on learningthe powerful features of AdobePhotoshop for manipulatingimages and ways to integrateimage editing into multimediaapplications.Credits: 1

COMM115 Advanced ElectronicDarkroomFrequency: BFive week mini-course in advancedtechniques for manipulating stillimages using Adobe Photoshop. Topics covered include using thepen tool, special effects, creativelayering, masks, paths and shapes.Prerequisite(s): COMM 114Credits: 1

COMM116 Desktop PublishingFrequency: AFive week mini-course introducingthe use of desktop computers toprepare and produce print andelectronic publications such asnewsletters, brochures, charts,magazines, and books. Materialcovered includes page design and layout, typography, integratinggraphics and text software,pre-press, and professionalpublishing practices.Credits: 1

COMM118 Desktop AudioFrequency: ALearn to create and edit audio ona MacIntosh computer. Work withthe latest audio software andhardware for hard disc recordingand CD production techniques in a desktop computer environment.Credits: 1

COMM120 WCVF/WDVL, WNYF,ACA, PRSSA OperationsFrequency: AExtracurricular participation in thestaffing of the college’s radiostation, WCVF, and WDVL;television station, WNYF; ordepartment societies.Credits: 0

COMM155 Rhetoric of Visionand SoundFrequency: AA foundational course forcommunication majors. Exploresthe ways the elements ofproduction (lighting, color, framing, sound) are used in media to shape the meaning of the content andcommunicate ideas and emotions.Credits: 3

COMM199 CommunicationOrientationFrequency: BA course designed to introducenew majors to the department andfaculty, and to suggest areas ofstudy and activity.Credits: .5

COMM200 Electronic MediaWritingFrequency: AWriting for the ear and writing inrelation to visual images. Weeklywriting exercises and discussionsrelative to audio and video news,documentary, sports, advertisingand other non-fiction formats.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

COMM201 Rhetoric andCriticismFrequency: AStudy of human discourse (oraland mediated) as a rhetoricalcommunication process from anhistorical perspective.Developments in rhetorical andwestern intellectual thought will beexamined for their influence andcontributions to rhetorical theory.The main goal of the course is todevelop knowledge of and abilityto apply rhetorical thought in theanalysis of messages.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3

COMM221 InterpersonalCommunicationFrequency: AThis course focuses on thedescription, explanation andanalysis of communicative behaviorrelated to interpersonal relations. As a skills-based course, the studentswill apply the course concepts to aid in comprehension and appreciationof how communication works inrelationship development,maintenance, and termination.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3

COMM222 Principles of PublicRelationsFrequency: AStudents learn the basic theories,history, ethical codes, andpractices of public relations; howto write according to AssociatedPress style; and also how toprepare basic written documentssuch as news releases and newsadvisories.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3

COMM235 Introduction toBusiness CommunicationFrequency: AThis highly practical coursefocuses on the criticalcommunication skills involved ineffective written and oralcommunication while emphasizing applications of communicationconcepts in the world of business.Students will be able to engage inapplication exercises, build theirexploratory skills, and confrontproblems of diversity. The courseis cross-listed with BUAD 235.Credits: 3

COMM251 Audio Production IFrequency: AIntroduction to audio productionequipment and its operation.Focus on listening skills; sounddesign; developing an ability tounderstand and use soundeffectively and the ethical use ofpersuasive techniques. Principlesof writing for the ear examined and practiced; editing, announcing,and interviewing introduced.Pre- or Co-requisite(s): COMM155Credits: 3

COMM255 Studio ProductionFrequency: ABasic skills in studio productiontechniques: lighting, camera work,shading, film-chain operation,audio setup and monitoring,videotape recorder operation, floor management, and technicaldirecting. Final projects requirestudents to work in teams toproduce and direct their ownprograms.Pre- or Co-requisite(s): COMM155Credits: 3

COMM295 CommunicationResearch and Survey MethodsFrequency: BStudy of both qualitative andquantitative approaches to inquiryand their applications in theoreticand applied communicationresearch. Emphasis will bedevoted to basic statisticalanalysis and interview and surveymethods as they apply toevaluating communicationpractices and assessingcommunication needs.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3

COMM301 GroupCommunicationFrequency: BThis course will studycommunication in the small taskgroup emphasizingcommunication in decision-making and problem solving. Courseinstruction will review theories thatexplain the role of communicationin group maintenance, cohesion,conflict management, leadership,socialization, and personalitymanagement. Attention will begiven to the communicationpractices for conducting meetings,idea generation, goal setting,project analysis and groupdiscussion formats. The goal ofthe course is to developproficiency in assessing groupsituations by applyingcommunication theory andpractices to maximize groupeffectiveness, productivity, andmember satisfaction.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3


COMM312 MultimediaIntegrationFrequency: ACourse concentrates on authoringmultimedia projects whichintegrate graphics, animation,digital video, and audio. Itcombines both multimedia theoryand production. Students will learn how to structure information,anticipate user experience andcreate transparent interfaces.Prerequisite(s): COMM 110 orCOMM 111 or COMM 112 orCOMM 114 or COMM 115 orCOMM 116 or COMM 118 orCOMM 354 or COMM 351 orMEDA 120Credits: 3

COMM314 MultimediaSupervisionFrequency: ACourse trains students to beproctors in the Sheldon Lab.Through class workshops students will become familiar with thebasics of the MAC operatingsystem and with all of the software applications in the Sheldon Lab.Students will gain experience insupervising a computer lab. Mustbe taken concurrently with COMM475, Section 7, CommunicationStudio Supervision. At least oneof the prerequisite courses listedor consent of instructor.Prerequisite(s): COMM 110 orCOMM 111 or COMM 112 orCOMM 114 or COMM 115 orCOMM 116 or COMM 118Credits: 1

COMM320 WCVF/WDVL, WNYF,ACA, PRSSA ManagementFrequency: AExtracurricular participation as amanager on the elected board ofdirectors of the university’s radiostations, television station, Applied CommunicationAssociation, or Public RelationsStudent Society of America.Credits: 0

COMM322 Public RelationsWritingFrequency: BStudents learn basic research and planning principles associated with public relations writing and how toprepare an assortment of publicrelations documents. AP style isreinforced and students learn howto construct news releases, mediaadvisories, fact sheets, positionstatements, features and fliers. Students will begin portfoliobuilding.Prerequisite(s): COMM 222Credits: 3

COMM344 Public RelationsCase AnalysisFrequency: AAnalysis of classic andcontemporary public relationscases in industry, labor, education, government, social welfare andtrade associations.Prerequisite(s): COMM 222Credits: 3

COMM350 TelecommunicationTechnology

Frequency: CExamination of the historical,technical, economic andregulatory status ofcommunications technologiessuch as cable television, satellites, telephone, and computercommunications. Discussion ofgeneral communication systemstheory of video, audio and datacommunication including analogand digital signal transmission.Prerequisite(s): COMM 102Credits: 3

COMM351 Audio Production IIFrequency: ARefining skills and techniquesacquired in COMM 251; moreemphasis on announcing andinterviewing; understanding theethical and legal perspectives ofaudio material; introduction to thedesign, scripting, production andpromotion of audio content for anyapplication (e.g. radio, TV, film,web).Prerequisite(s): COMM 251Credits: 3

COMM354 Video FieldProductionFrequency: ABasic skills and techniques forshooting video outside the studioin ENG and EFP configurations,and for editing on non-linear videoediting systems, camera lighting,sound and editing skills applicableto news, commercials,documentary, narrative, and art ofmusic video.Pre- or co-requisite(s): COMM 255Credits: 3

COMM358 Television NewsFrequency: BElectronic news gathering andstudio news techniques in thecontext of a weekly news program. Legal and ethical issues in newsgathering.Prerequisite(s): COMM 354Credits: 3

COMM359 Special Topics inMediaFrequency: DIn-depth investigation of somearea of media not fully covered inother courses.Credits: 1-3

COMM361 Script WritingVideo/Film/RadioFrequency: ATechniques of developing concepts, treatments, outlines and scripts fordramatic fictions in the media ofvideo, film and radio. Emphasis ontraditional, modern and post-modern dramatic structure with units oncharacter, dialogue, setting, visualnarration, etc.Prerequisite(s): COMM 251 orCOMM 255 or THEA 121Credits: 3

COMM366 PostproductionFrequency: AA balance between editingconcepts such as continuity,pacing, dramatic focus, etc. andediting skills such as SMPTEcode, signal monitoring, anddigitized non-linear techniques.Students will learn the rules andmethods by which an editorconstructs fiction or arepresentation of actual events.Applicable to video or digital film.Weekly editing assignments. Labrequired.Prerequisite(s): COMM 354Credits: 4

COMM373 Gender andCommunicationFrequency: DUsing a variety of theoreticalmodels and critical approaches,students examine everydaycommunication practices toidentify how gender,communication and culture createa complex and dynamic web ofmeaning with significantimplications for individuals andsociety.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101 orWOST 201Credits: 3

COMM375 Mass Media TheoryFrequency: CThe course will examine thehistorical context of media theorycovering the emergence of UnitedStates media technology,economics, cultural implications,and political influences to providea basis for examining the evolution of media theories. Emphasis willbe placed on mass media theories and address their implications tothe media industry, the influenceson American society and culture,and the evolution of democraticinstitutions. The course will betaught as a seminar involvingreadings, group discussions, anda research report.Prerequisite(s): COMM 102Credits: 3

COMM379 PersuasionFrequency: BExamination of a wide body ofhumanistic, and social scientificliterature concerning persuasionand persuasive techniques.Emphasizes evaluation andpotential application of persuasiontheory in communicativetransactions.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101 andCOMM 105Credits: 3

COMM385 International MediaFrequency: BAn introduction to the study ofinternational and domestic mediasystems around the world. Students will understand andappreciate how different countriesand cultures use the media inunique ways and learn of differentsystems of ownership, financing,regulation, and programming. Key international media issues will also be discussed. Media examples(primarily films) will be used toshow how cultures are portrayedby their media.Credits: 3

COMM386 International FilmsFrequency: BStudents will view, discuss, andcritique a variety of contemporaryfilms from a variety of countries. Emphasis will be placed onexamining how contemporarycultures are portrayed throughfilm. Films will be compared andcontrasted.Credits: 3

COMM395 Radio NewsFrequency: CTheory and practice of radiojournalism including writing andreporting news and journalism lawand ethics. Students produceweekly radio newscasts during the second half of the semester.Prerequisite(s): COMM 351Credits: 4

COMM400 TelecommunicationsManagementFrequency: CAnalysis of the various techniquesand problems involved inmanagement oftelecommunication industriesincluding broadcast, cabletelevision, telephony, and Internet. Topics examined include generaltheories of management, industrystructures, audience research,content, sales and marketing,business and finance, and industry ethics.Prerequisite(s): COMM 102Credits: 3

COMM420 Communication Lawand EthicsFrequency: AAssessment of the regulatoryframework and major legal issuesof the mass media. Examination of ethical issues in the media as wellas principles and concepts ofethical theory.Prerequisite(s): COMM 102Credits: 3

COMM422 Public RelationsManagementFrequency: BPublic Relations course designedto teach management andplanning skills. In the coursestudents will develop a campaignproposal from conception (or RFP) through development of materialsand presentation to the client.Prerequisite(s): COMM 322 andCOMM 344Credits: 3


COMM430 CommunicationTheoryFrequency: BProvides a comprehensiveinvestigation into varioustheoretical and metatheoreticalperspectives which currently direct theory building and research incommunication. Emphasis oncritical thinking as literature in thefield is investigated and evaluatedin light of accepted scientificcriteria.Prerequisite(s): COMM 105 andCOMM 101Credits: 3

COMM441 Multitrack RadioProductionFrequency: DExamination and practice ofadvanced sound design, productionwith ancillary equipment, andmultitrack recording techniques forbroadcast applications.Prerequisite(s): COMM 351Credits: 3

COMM444 Public RelationsSenior SeminarFrequency: BAn in-depth seminar on advancedtopics in public relations that arenot fully-covered, or covered at all, in other courses.Prerequisite(s): COMM 322 andCOMM 344Credits: 1-3

COMM451 AudioDocumentaries/SoundscapesFrequency: CExploration and execution of stepsinvolved in writing and producing adocumentary: preliminary research, program concept, aesthetic andethical issues, target audience,outline, research, interviews,treatment, script, and production.Prerequisite(s): COMM 351Credits: 4

COMM452 Video/FilmDocumentaries IFrequency: BThe first semester of atwo-semester capstone course that introduces students to thetheoretical, technical and practicalissues in non-fiction videoproduction. It may be taken as astand-alone course for studentsinterested in historical development and critical theories of thedocumentary genre. Studentsproduce short documentaries inresponse to the readings and filmsscreened in class and prepare aproposal for a larger project.Prerequisite(s): COMM 366Credits: 4

COMM454 Fiction Video/Film IFrequency: BA production course focused onfiction from script analysis toproduction of videos representingseveral genres from traditional topost modern. Units on directing,script breakdowns, pre-productionand production of several shortfiction video programs.Prerequisite(s): COMM 361 andCOMM 366Credits: 4

COMM456 RadioProgramming/ProductionFrequency: CTheory and practice ofprogramming and promoting aradio station: formats, sources,techniques; and development andproduction of a weekly radioseries.Prerequisite(s): COMM 351Credits: 4

COMM457 TelevisionApprenticeshipFrequency: AProvides a variety of experience in both studio and field production.Simulation of actual work situationwith weekly assignments.Requires commitment toresponsibilities and substantialproduction skills.Prerequisite(s): COMM 255Credits: 1-3

COMM458 Special Topics inHuman CommunicationFrequency: DAn in-depth seminar on anadvanced topic in humancommunication. Topic announcedin Course Offerings Bulletin eachsemester.Credits: 1-3

COMM459 Special Topics inMedia ProductionFrequency: DIndividual and/or small grouplearning; experience in-depth ofsome area of radio-televisionproduction not fully covered inother courses. Special attention toinnovative and creative utilizationof production techniques.Credits: 1-4

COMM460 OrganizationalCommunicationFrequency: BAn advanced study ofcommunication patterns in socialorganizations. In particular,communication environmentswithin business and industry areanalyzed. Application ofprocedures commonly used toevaluate and improvecommunication in organizations.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101Credits: 3

COMM462 Video/FilmDocumentaries IIFrequency: BSecond semester of atwo-semester capstone course. Insmall groups, students producewell-crafted documentariesincorporating the theoretical,technical and practical skillslearned in COMM 452. Must betaken after COMM 452.Prerequisite(s): COMM 452Credits: 4

COMM464 Fiction Video/Film IIFrequency: BA course on fiction videosincluding pre-production,production, post-production anddistribution of longer fiction videos. Emphasis on single camera,multiple take methods. Studentsall execute one or more production roles for a complex digital videowith high production values. Mustbe taken after COMM 454.Prerequisite(s): COMM 454Credits: 4

COMM465 InterculturalCommunicationFrequency: BThe course focuses on assistingstudents in interacting effectivelyand appropriately with people from various cultural backgrounds andon understanding dimensions ofintercultural communicationrelated to domestic andinternational contexts. Studentswill explore the formation of theirown cultural identity and examinethe complex relationship betweenculture, communication, contextand power in interculturalcommunication.Prerequisite(s): COMM 221Credits: 3

COMM475 Comm./StudioSupervisionFrequency: AAdvanced students are givenopportunities to demonstrateknowledge of and practiceapplication of skills in educationalsetting or specific subjects.Credits: 1-3

COMM480 CommunicationInternshipFrequency: AParticipation in off-campusprofessional, subject-relatedexperience. Requires a LearningContract proposal prepared inconsultation with agencyrepresentative and with facultysponsor describing experience, itsrelationship to course of study,and how it will be monitored andevaluated. Internships are gradedsatisfactory/unsatisfactory.Proposal must be approved inadvance by internship coordinatorin communication department.Appropriate courses inspecialization are required.Credits: 1-15

COMM490 Independent StudyFrequency: AApproved study of particularaspect of communication, orparticipation in approved projectnot otherwise available throughcourse work. A lab fee may beassessed if project is usingdepartment equipment.Credits: 1-15

Criminal Justice

CRMJ100 Introduction toCriminal JusticeFrequency: AAn introduction to the organizationand activities of the U.S. criminaljustice system. Topics include:criminal law, policing, courts, andcorrections.Credits: 3

CRMJ310 Law EnforcementPolicy and PracticeFrequency: BAn examination of the structureand functioning of police andpolice organizations in the UnitedStates. Topics covered includepatrol, police discretion, ethics,police community relations andpolice accountability.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ320 Crime and CrimeTheoryFrequency: BThis course will examine the types of criminal behavior and crimepatterns, the social andorganizational context of crime,statistical information about crimeand various theories of crime.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 andCRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ321 Race and the Criminal Justice SystemFrequency: BThis course will examine some ofthe literature dealing with race and justice. The political and socialrealities of race will be explored.An attempt will be made todiscover the characteristics ofracism in our body politic.Exploration of alternatives to theliberal/conservative dialogue thatcurrently inform racial stereotypes, and approaches to socialengineering to eliminate racism,will be considered.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ330 Criminal LawFrequency: BThis course will consist of ageneral approach to legalprinciples of statutoryinterpretation of Criminal Lawapplicable in all United Statesjurisdictions. Students will learnthe elements of criminal offensesincluding mens rea, actus reus,concurrence, causation andproximity. Students will studystatutory definitions of crimes,(e.g. murder, sexual assault,burglary, and robbery). Inchoatecrimes and defenses will also beconsidered.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3


CRMJ331 Criminal ProcedureFrequency: BThis course studies the criminallaw processes necessary forsuccessful criminal investigationincluding physical and testimonialevidence gathering, arrest, andpresentation of an accused tocourt for trail proceedings.Students are required to applycontemporary U.S. Supreme Court decisions relevant to such topicsas arrest, search and seizure, andinterrogations.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ332 Homeland SecurityFrequency: BThis course involves the study ofhomeland security, mission andcomposition. Students willexamine the various methods andinstitutions implicated in the questto increase security and defendagainst terrorism. Consideration of the methods and practices forborder security in the UnitedStates will be included.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ333 CriminalInvestigationsFrequency: BThis course involves the study ofcrime scene investigations. Thecourse will not involve students inactual investigations (and thereforedoes not require a sciencebackground) but rather theprocedural structure and strategicsteps to be taken in securing thecrime scene in developing achecklist of factors to be consideredin a comprehensive investigation.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ340 Introduction toCorrectionsFrequency: AA study of societal reactions tocrime from an historical,socio-political, social psychological and economic perspective. Thefunctions of retribution,rehabilitation, incapacitation anddeterrence are examined.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ350 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in Criminal Justicenot covered in detail by regularcourses.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ360 Criminal JusticeEthicsFrequency: BThis course will consider ethics asit relates to the criminal law. Thedefinition of justice and theapplication of the definition will bediscussed. Honor, integrity, andindividual responsibility will beconsidered as these conceptsrelate to policy formulation andapplication of laws in the criminaljustice system.Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 100Credits: 3

CRMJ400 Senior SeminarFrequency: AA capstone course in whichstudents will do readings,discussions and analysis ofcurrent topics of interest in thefield of criminal justice. Usingprimary sources, students willprepare and present in depthexaminations of specific issues. Prerequisite: Senior standing inthe majorCredits: 3

CRMJ470 Criminal JusticeInternshipFrequency: ASupervised placement in legaland/or criminal justice worksetting. On a limited basis,opportunity to observe and engage in various facets of criminal justicesystem. Permission of instructor.Credits: 3-15

Computer andInformation Sciences

CSIT100 Freshman SeminarFrequency: BIntroduction to computingenvironments available oncampus; e-mail, Internet accessand web; campus computingpolicies; computing andinformation technology ethics;other campus resources and theireffective use; building a supportnetwork with faculty, staff andpeers; improving study skills inside and outside the classroom.Corequisite: Freshman Standing.Credits: 1

CSIT104 Introduction toMicrocomputer SoftwareFrequency: AIntroduction to microcomputers;elementary concepts andoperations of spreadsheets anddatabase management systems;analysis of a variety of problems,their design, and implementationof solutions using commerciallyavailable window-based software.Three units of high schoolmathematics required.Credits: 3

CSIT105 Visual BASIC IFrequency: AObject-oriented and event-drivenprogramming, concepts usingVisual Basic (VB); VBdevelopment environment; intrinsic controls and programmingstructures: data types,declarations, input/output,decision-making and loops;formatting; functions andsubroutines. Three units of highschool mathematics required.Credits: 3

CSIT106 Scientific Programming Using C/C++Frequency: DScientific problem solving;structured program development:simple algorithm design, arithmetic operations, data types and theirdeclarations; control statements,loops, input and output includingtext files; arrays, functions,mathematical functions and roundoff error estimation. Applications to engineering, sciences andmathematics. Credit will not begiven for both CSIT 106 and 121.Prerequisite(s): N.Y.S. Algebra IIand Trigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

CSIT107 Web Programming IFrequency: AAn introductory course inclient-side web technologies:HTML, cascading style sheets and JavaScript; designing andpublishing a web site. Othertopics include history of theInternet and World Wide Web,HTML editors, and graphics.Credits: 3

CSIT120 Computer ScienceOverviewFrequency: AA comprehensive overview of thescope and dynamics of computerscience. Survey of the field ofcomputer science. Topics include: history of computing, computerorganization and components,operating systems, programminglanguages, introduction toprogramming and programdevelopment, data structures,problem solving, softwareengineering, computer ethics, andcomputer applications.Prerequisite: N.Y.S. Algebra II and Trigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

CSIT121 Computer Science IFrequency: AThis course is given in a computerlaboratory to provide studentshands-on exposure to thefollowing major topics: Problemsolving, algorithm design anddevelopment, structuredprogramming: top-down designand functional decomposition;elementary data types;expressions, I/O functions; controlstructures; functions: scope rules,pass by value, pass by reference;built-in functions; arrays; strings;function overloading; elementarysort and search algorithms. Creditwill not be given for both CSIT 106 and CSIT 121.Prerequisite(s): N.Y.S. Algebra IIand Trigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

CSIT151 Introdution toInformation SystemsFrequency: AThe course introduces informationtechnology used in day-to-daybusiness operations. It coversbusiness applications software foroffice management,communication, projectmanagement, relationaldatabases, eCommerce, webdevelopment, data transmissionand networks, etc. The coursealso covers such basic information systems concepts as queryingsimple databases, data analysisand database design. Laboratoryinstruction is used to complementthe course with hands-onexperience with a set of aboveapplications. The course isdesigned for students who willwork as end-users,user-managers, leaders, orinformation systems professionals.Credits: 3

CSIT205 Visual BASIC IIFrequency: BAdvanced visual BASICprogramming techniques; Active X controls, multiple forms, file I/O,interacting with databases, anderror handling; Windows API callsand Windows registry functions;and advanced event-drivenbusiness applications.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 105 or CSIT121Credits: 3

CSIT207 Web Programming IIFrequency: AAn advanced course in server-side web programming. Topics include: cookies, file and database access, portals and web applications;server side scripting. Knowledgeof HTML, and of C++, Java, orVisual Basic are required.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 107 and(CSIT 105 or CSIT 121)Credits: 3

CSIT221 Computer Science IIFrequency: AThis course is required to have acomputer laboratory component to provide students hands-onexposure to major programmingand data structures topics. Topicsinclude file I/O, abstract datatypes; static and dynamic datastructures; introduction torecursion and trees; recursiveprogramming; class concepts;multi-dimensional arrays; linkedlists; doubly linked lists; stacks,queues and their implementationsand applications; basics ofgenerics/templates and exceptionhandling.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 121Credits: 3


CSIT224 Problem Solving UsingObjectsFrequency: AObject-oriented designmethodologies; object-orientedprogramming; class concepts,encapsulation; polymorphism,composition and inheritance;virtual functions; delayed binding;class-interfaces and messagepassing; generics/templates;function overloading; andexception handling; binary file I/O;advanced OO programming.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221Credits: 3

CSIT225 Java ProgrammingFrequency: BBasic programming constructs: primitive types, expressions, andstatements; class hierarchies;elementary predefined classessuch as String and Math;object-oriented programming;packages and interfaces;exception handling; I/O and fileaccess; graphics; applets; studioprocessing and other applications.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221Credits: 3

CSIT231 Systems ProgrammingFrequency: AUNIX commands, shells, utilities,editors; file types and modes; shell scripts; make-files; memory andstorage management; Cprogramming tools; processes,IPC (signals, sockets, pipes);development tools; streams;networking; UNIX internals,system administration and othertopics as time permits.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221Credits: 3

CSIT241 Discrete Mathematicsfor Computer Science IFrequency: AStudy of mathematical topicsneeded for further study ofcomputer science at the advanced undergraduate level, including: logic, sets, proof techniques,matrices, basic number theory,modular arithmetic, functions,linear transformations, relations,basic combinatorics. Credit willnot be given for both CSIT 241and MATH 210.Prerequisite(s): (MATH 121 orMATH 123) and CSIT 121Credits: 4

CSIT242 Discrete Mathematicsfor Computer Science IIFrequency: BA continuation of CSIT 241. Topics include combinatorics,digraphs, and trees; recurrencerelations; switching circuits andlogic gates; automata, grammarsand languages; other topics astime permits.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221 andCSIT 241Credits: 4

CSIT251 Information SystemsStructuresFrequency: AOverview of information systems(IS) for operational, tactical andstrategic functions of businessorganizations; IS practices andchallenges for businesscompetitiveness; data, informationand knowledge processing;information systems theory andquality decision, systems analysisand design, databasemanagement, network andnetwork management; electroniccommerce and social and ethicalissues; IS and IT planning andimplementation.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 104 or CSIT151Credits: 3

CSIT300 Internship in Computer ScienceFrequency: AParticipation in an approvedprofessional experience in thearea of computer science.Students must submit a proposaldescribing the work experience, its relationship to subject matter incomputer science, and how it willbe monitored and evaluated. Permission of the departmentrequired.Credits: 3-12

CSIT305 Computer LaboratoryAssistantshipFrequency: ANon-credit course for studentsinterested in performingcomputer-related services for theComputer and InformationSciences program. Dutiesinclude: proctoring in computinglaboratories; assisting with thelabs in CSIT 121 or CSIT 221;helping the faculty director and/orsystems manager with basiclaboratory maintenance. Gradingis on an S/U basis. Permission ofthe department required.Credits: 0

CSIT311 Assembly Languageand Computer OrganizationsFrequency: AIntroduction to the basic conceptsof computer organization, digitallogic, data representation, andmachine instructions repertoire;memory access and storage;instruction execution; assemblylanguage; computer organization;levels of computer structures; data representation and transfer; digitalarithmetic; memory structure andaddressing methods; cache;secondary memory structure andorganization.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 121Credits: 3

CSIT312 Computer StructuresFrequency: AIntroduction to basic concepts ofcomputer system and architecture; internal and external memories,I/O and operating system support;instruction execution; computerstructure, organization andfunction; digital arithmetic; memory structure and addressing methods; cache; secondary memorystructure and organization; system software structure; purpose andfunctions of system programs; filesystems; process and resourcemanagement. For ComputerInformation Systems majors;Computer Science majors may not count this course to meet majorrequirements.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 105 or CSIT121Credits: 3

CSIT321 Paradigms ofProgramming LanguagesFrequency: ABrief history of programminglanguages; language designissues; syntax and translation;data types; sequence control; theprocedural paradigm; theobject-oriented paradigm; thefunctional paradigm; the logicalparadigm.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 224Credits: 3

CSIT335 Data Communicationsand Networks IFrequency: BComputer networking overview;data communication systemcomponents; network hardware,software and protocols, OSI model and network layers; line utilization, switching and error handling;routing and data flow control;point-to-point, broadcasting, localand wide networks, and currentpractices; data encoding;internetworking; modern networkmanagement protocols,applications reliability and security, elementary network programming.Term projects are emphasized fornetwork applications design.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 205 or CSIT221Credits: 3

CSIT341 Data StructuresFrequency: AReview basic data structures andalgorithmic complexities; sorting;generalized lists; binary trees;binary search trees; treetraversals; advanced hierarchicalstructures: n-ary trees, heaps,balanced trees, tries; priorityqueues; hashing; graphs, graphalgorithms; memory management;applications.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221 andCSIT 241Credits: 3

CSIT351 Business SystemsDevelopmentFrequency: BReview of business programminglanguage principles andtechniques; interfacing withcomputing environment; sorting,table handling, indexing andsearching; preparation andhandling of data; file organization,and file update; business systemanalysis, design andimplementation; introduction tobusiness information systems.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 205Credits: 3

CSIT390 Directed StudyFrequency: DAn intensive project-orientedcourse utilizing emergingtechnologies.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 1-3

CSIT400 Directed IndependentStudyFrequency: DIndependent study of a selectedlist of readings approved by afaculty advisor. Permission of thedepartment required.Credits: 1-3

CSIT411 Programming forEmbedded MicrocontrollersFrequency: CProgramming and development for embedded microcontrollers.Embedded architecture,programming considerationsrelated to embedded systemsdevelopment. Memory utilization,I/O, synchronous andasynchronous serialcommunication. Utilization oftimers, and interrupts. Development considerations forcomparators, A/D converters,USARTs and other on-boardperipheral devices. Debugging,and utilization of test equipmentsuch as multimeters andoscilloscopes. Students will builda series of embedded projects ofincreasing complexity. Some very basic electronic design principlesare also included.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 221Credits: 3

CSIT413 Computer ArchitectureFrequency: BReview of computer organizationand digital logic principles; systembuses and peripherals, main andcache memory overview; pipelined processing; RISC and CISCconcepts; Superscalar and IA-64architecture; performanceevaluation; microarchitecture leveland the control unit. Term projectsin digital system design areemphasized.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 311 or CSIT312Credits: 3


CSIT425 Software EngineeringFrequency: BBasic concepts and major issuesof software engineering; currenttools and techniques providing abasis for analysis, design,development, maintenance, andevaluation of the system;structured walkthrough, testing;verification and validation;technical, administrative, andoperating issues; privacy, security, and legal issues; developing ateam project using softwareengineering principles.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT431 Introduction toOperating SystemsFrequency: ASystem software organization,purpose and functions of computer operating systems, batchprocessing systems: translation,loading and execution; serial andparallel I/O processing; spooling;interrupt facilities; memoryprotection and management; filesystems; multi-access andspecial-purpose systems; processscheduling; resourcemanagement; classical andpopular operating systems.Prerequisite(s): (CSIT 311 or CSIT 312) and CSIT 341 and CSIT 231Credits: 3

CSIT433 Compiler ConstructionFrequency: CFinite automata; languages andgrammars; review of languagestructure, translation, linking,loading, execution; run-timestorage organization; compilationof simple structures; compilerdesign principles, organization and implementation; lexical analysis;symbol tables; parsers andsemantic analysis; codegeneration and optimization; errordiagnostics.Prerequisite(s): (CSIT 311 or CSIT 312) and CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT435 Data Communicationand Networks IIFrequency: BData communication systemcomponents; network protocolstack layers, network applicationsand related protocols, Transport,network and data link layers; lineutilization, switching and errorhandling; routing and flow control;point-to-point, broadcasting andlocal networks theory and currentpractices; Modern networkmanagement protocols, reliabilityand security, encryption andcompression; networkprogramming. Term projects areemphasized for networkapplication design.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 311 or CSIT312 or CSIT 335Credits: 3

CSIT437 Advanced OperatingSystemsFrequency: BReview of contemporary operating systems, OS design principles and strategies; examination ofcommunication andsynchronization protocols;concurrent processes and process scheduling including theirstatistical analysis; distributedoperating systems; client-servercomputing model; distributedresource management;multiprocessor OS; failurerecovery and fault tolerance; datasecurity; applications.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 431Credits: 3

CSIT441 Analysis and Design of AlgorithmsFrequency: CIntroduction to design and analysis of algorithms: time and spacecomplexity, verification ofcorrectness; advanced algorithmdesign strategies: iterative, divideand conquer, greedy method,dynamic programming, branch and bound, etc.; specific examplesdrawn from sorting, searching,string searching, graph problems,matrices, polynomial arithmetic,cryptography; hard problems andapproximation algorithms:Knapsack, bin packing, and graphcoloring problems, etc.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 242 andCSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT443 Theory of ComputationFrequency: CRegular expressions and finiteautomata; context-free grammarsand pushdown automata; pumping arguments; closure properties;decision algorithm; Turingmachines; computability anddecidability; halting problem; andelementary complexity theory.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 242 andCSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT451 Introduction to Filesand DatabasesFrequency: DLarge scale informationorganization; basic concepts andterminologies of file managementtechniques; storage hierarchies,external storage devices; massstorage systems; common filestructures and organizationmethods; physical fileorganization; list, inverted, andtree structured file organizationmethods; file systems; concepts of data modeling; data languages;search, retrieval and processingmethods; introduction to relationaldatabases and databasemanagement systems.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT455 Relational and ObjectDatabasesFrequency: BReview of data modeling anddatabases; entity/relationship andrelational models; relationalalgebra; relational databases;database architecture; dataintegrity; SQL design; SQL andQBE languages; functionaldependencies; normalization; data protection and SQL concurrency;data and database security;object-oriented databases;distributed and client/serversystems; other advanced topics.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT456 Information andDecision Support SystemsFrequency: CInformation and computerinformation systems; informationhierarchy; decisions anddecision-making; functionalcomponents of a decision supportsystem; intelligent/knowledge-based decision-making andknowledge management;architecture of decision systems;distributive and groupdecision-making; executiveinformation systems; expert andfuzzy systems; reasoning andexplanation; knowledge elicitationand representation; logistics andlong-term decision-making.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341 andCSIT 351Credits: 3

CSIT461 Introduction to AI andKnowledge EngineeringFrequency: COverview of artificial intelligencetools and techniques; searchingmethods; applications of AI: gameplaying, expert systems andknowledge-based systems;components of a knowledge-based system; knowledgeacquisition, representation, andformalization; numerical andsymbolic processing; informationtheoretic and decision theoreticalgorithms; inference engine;machine learning; reasoning andexplanation; basic concepts andmajor issues of knowledgeengineering; current tools andtechniques for analysis, design,development of the knowledgebased systems; applications inrobotics, medical diagnosis, smartdecision systems, etc.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT462 Computer GraphicsFrequency: BIntroduction to ComputerGraphics; display memory;generation of points, vectors,shapes, objects, etc.; raster andgeometric graphics; interactiveand passive graphics; graphicsperipherals; analog and digitalimages and analog/digitalconversion; mathematics of 2-Dand 3-D transformations;applications in animation,computer aided design andinstruction; hypertext andmultimedia; dialog design;user-interface.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT463 Introduction to DigitalImage Processing andComputer VisionFrequency: CIntroduction to digital image andsignal processing, computer vision and pattern recognition; imageacquisition, registry and display;elementary image processingalgorithms: sampling,preprocessing, smoothing,segmentation, and sharpening;transformations; filtering; imagecoding and restoration; analog and digital images and imageprocessing systems; featureextraction and selection;elementary pattern classificationand vision systems; robotics;machine learning.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT471 Information SystemsManagementFrequency: COverview of information systems(IS) for business organizations; ISsystems management; strategicuses of IT, and I-commerce; ISplanning, using and managingessential technologies: databases,distributed systems, tele-communications, informationresources; managing IS operations; managing systems development;systems for supportingknowledge-based work; practicesand challenges for businesscompetitiveness; informationsystems theory and qualitydecision theory; electronic andmobile commerce; social andethical issues; IS and ITimplementation.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 351Credits: 3


CSIT473 Data Warehousing andMiningFrequency: COverview of data and informationsharing; principles of informationsharing; information security; data mining, data warehousing, and datamarts; data modeling; datacollection, problems, quality, andintegrity; databases and contentmanagement; business intelligence; online analytical processing; datavisualization, multidimensionality,and real-time analytics; examples of data warehousing and data mining - geographic information systems,web intelligence, resourcemanagement, multimedia-baseddatabases, knowledge bases, etc.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 351Credits: 3

CSIT475 Electronic CommerceFrequency: DTopics include Internet technologyfor business advantage, managing e-commerce funds transfers,business opportunities ine-commerce, websitedevelopment, social, political andethical issues associated withe-commerce, and business plansfor technology ventures. Thepurpose of the course is toeducate the students about thetechnology required ofe-commerce. Lab instruction inInternet application developmentcomplements the course.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 207 andCSIT 351Credits: 3

CSIT490 Seminar on SelectedTopicsFrequency: DStudies, discussions, workshopsand seminars on selected topics in computer science. Written reportsand a formal presentation arerequired.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 1-3

CSIT496 Special Topics inComputer ScienceFrequency: CA variable topics course incomputer science. Topics normally not covered in CS or CIS degreeprograms but suitable to explore at length at senior level. Project andformal presentation are required.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT497 Computer ScienceThesisFrequency: DFaculty-supervised research on acomputer and informationsciences topic of interest to thefaculty member and the student. Minimum of 80 hours of productive work required. A thesisdocumenting problem statement,approach, methodology, andresults will be submitted uponcompletion.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

CSIT499 Computer ScienceProjectFrequency: DFaculty-directed work on acomputer and information sciencesproject of interest to the facultymember and student. Minimum of80 clock hours of productive workrequired. A report of presentationdiscussing approach, methodology,and results will be submitted uponcompletion.Prerequisite(s): CSIT 341Credits: 3

Dance

DANC100 Introduction to DanceFrequency: AIntroduction to Dance will providethe student with a basicknowledge in various aspects ofdance as a performing art. Thepractical part of the course willfocus on body alignment, dancetechnique, flexibility, execution,and recollection of short dancecombinations. The scholarly partof the course will cover dancehistory, critiques on danceperformances and will exploremany dance related topics fromthe perspective of a dancer as well as an audience.Credits: 3

DANC105 Folk DanceFrequency: DDesigned to cover the basics offolk dancing in many countries ofthe world.Credits: 1

DANC106 Square DanceFrequency: DAn introductory course for thebeginning square dancer.Emphasis is on modern squaredancing, although other forms arecovered.Credits: 1

DANC110 Dance ProductionsFrequency: ADesigned to give practicalexperience in all aspects of danceand theatre productions includingrehearsals, lighting and costumedesigns, crew work, and stagemanaging. Offered in coordinationwith Theatre Practice. May berepeated for credit.Credits: 1

DANC111 Modern Technique IFrequency: BIntroductory course in moderndance for the novice, coveringvarious techniques. Attendance at all dance concerts on campusrequired.Credits: 2

DANC112 Ballet IFrequency: BAn introduction to classical ballettechnique. This course covers thebasics of barre and center floorwork, as well as terminology andhistory. Emphasis is on correctalignment, coordination, and thequality of movement. May berepeated once for credit.Credits: 2

DANC113 Jazz Dance IFrequency: BThe course covers the basicprinciples, technique, and historyof jazz dance including traditionaltechniques, Fosse style, and afocus on jazz dance for MusicalTheatre. May be repeated once for credit.Credits: 2

DANC114 Tap Dance IFrequency: BAn introductory course in tapdance. Emphasis on correctexecution of single movementsand combinations of steps, withproper timing and terminology.May be repeated once for credit.Credits: 2

DANC211 Modern Technique IIFrequency: BThe course explores styles inmodern dance technique at theintermediate level. It coverstechnique, vocabulary, andhistory, through particpitation andacademic study. May be repeatedtwice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 111Credits: 2

DANC212 Ballet IIFrequency: BContinuation of the classical ballettechnique at the intermediatelevel, with attention to theexecution and mastery of theclassical movement repertoire.The course focuses on adagio,allegro, and center floor work, aswell as on the performance aspect of this discipline. May be repeatedtwice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 112Credits: 2

DANC213 Jazz Dance IIFrequency: BThe course explores styles in jazztechnique (e.g., Luigi, Giordana,Fosse) at the intermediate level.Emphasis will be on propertechnique and performance, aswell as vocabulary, and history.May be repeated twice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 113Credits: 2

DANC214 Tap Dance IIFrequency: BThe course explores styles of tapdance technique at theintermediate level. Emphasis willbe on proper technique andperformance, as well asvocabulary, and history. May berepeated twice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 113Credits: 2

DANC231 African-CaribbeanDanceFrequency: DAn introductory course in thestructure and design of Africanand Caribbean dance techniques.This course will illustrate thelinkage between African andAfro-American dance, music, andrhythmic styles. May be repeatedtwice for credit.Credits: 2

DANC241 Dance ImprovisationFrequency: BThis course involves creativemovement problem-solvingthrough the study of basicelements in dance andchoreography. Attendance atsome campus productions isrequired. May be repeated twicefor credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 111Credits: 2

DANC250 Dance EnsembleFrequency: ADesigned to develop proficiency in dance performance through therehearsal and presentation ofvarious dance forms. At least onedepartmental concert is presentedannually. Admission is bypermission of instructor followingaudition. May be repeated forcredit for a maximum of eightsemester hours. Student mustalso be registered in a DanceTechnique class (Ballet, ModernJazz, or Tap).Credits: 1

DANC260 Dance KinesiologyFrequency: CA study of the sensory, skeletal,and muscular structures of thedancer’s body, and their use in the development of dance technique. Particular attention is given to thestudent’s understanding of theirown structural attributes, andprevention of injury. Alternativetraining methods will also beexplored.Prerequisite(s): DANC 111 orDANC 112 or DANC 113 or DANC 114Credits: 3

DANC264 Choreography IFrequency: BAn introduction to the content andstructure of solo dancecomposition as an art form.Improvisation and compositionaldevices including rhythm,dynamics, space, design,phrasing, and production arecovered.Prerequisite(s): DANC 211Credits: 3

DANC311 Modern Technique IIIFrequency: BThis course explores styles inmodern dance technique at anintermediate/advanced level. It is a continuation of DANC 211 with anemphasis on the mastery ofexecution, and artistic expressionof intermediate/advanced moderndance combinations. May berepeated twice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 211Credits: 2


DANC312 Ballet IIIFrequency: BContinuation of classical ballettechnique at theintermediate/advanced level, withattention to the execution andmastery of the classical movement repertoire. This course intensifiesthe work covered in DANC 212with the addition of variations andbeginning pointe shoe work. Maybe repeated twice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 212Credits: 2

DANC313 Jazz Dance IIIFrequency: CThis course explores styles in jazz technique at an intermediate/advanced level. It is a continuation of DANC 213 and coverstechnique, vocabulary, andhistory, with emphasis on masteryof execution and artisticexpression. May be repeatedtwice for credit.Prerequisite(s): DANC 213Credits: 2

DANC321 Dance for the MusicalTheatreFrequency: CDesigned to familiarize theintermediate dancer with thetechniques of musical theatredance for the stage. Jazz,ballroom, and tap techniques arealso covered. Classic musicaltheatre choreography is explored.Prerequisite(s): (DANC 114 orDANC 121) and DANC 211Credits: 2

DANC341 Selected Topics inDanceFrequency: ADirected or Independent Study indance-related topics. Byadvisement only. May be repeated for credit.Credits: 1-3

DANC353 Dance HistoryFrequency: CAn introduction to the content andstructure of group dancecomposition as an art form.Improvisation and compositionaldevices including rhythm,dynamics, space, design,phrasing, and production elements are covered.Prerequisite(s): DANC 100 orDANC 111 or DANC 112 or DANC 113 or DANC 114Credits: 3

DANC364 Choreography IIFrequency: CContinuation of Choreography I.Covers pre-classic dance forms,as well as primitive, archaic,medieval, introspective, jazz,Americana, cerebralistic, andimpressionistic dance forms.Attendance at all dance concertson campus required.Prerequisite(s): DANC 363 orDANC 264Credits: 3

DANC460 Senior ProjectFrequency: DA capstone course for graduatingdance majors. Students willpropose to the faculty a seniorproject that will take place over atwo-semester time period. Possible senior projects includeperformance or choreographicprojects, research projects, dancevideography projects, or othertopics upon advisement. Students will take this course twice insubsequent semesters.Credits: 1

DANC461-462 Practicum inDanceFrequency: DTeaching of a beginning technique class for returning professionals or graduate students. By auditiononly.Credits: 3

Economics

ECON101 IntroductoryEconomicsFrequency: DAn introductory study of theworkings of economic society.Provides an overview of theconditions and problems of theAmerican and other economicsystems. Encompasses bothmicroeconomics (e.g., supply anddemand, cost and profit,competition and monopoly) andmacroeconomics (e.g.,unemployment and inflation, fiscaland monetary policies). Emphasisis on basic economic concepts,institutions, and broad historicalsweep.Credits: 3

ECON102 Current EconomicIssuesFrequency: DAn introduction to currenteconomic problems and publicpolicy issues and the techniquesused by economists to addressthese issues. The topics coveredin a semester may vary, but willinclude issues such as:environmental quality and pollution control; poverty and welfarereform; big business andgovernment regulation; labormarket discrimination; health carereform; taxation, governmentspending, and the national debt;international trade policy; inflationand unemployment.Credits: 3

ECON200 Fundamentals ofStatistics for BusinessAdministration and EconomicsFrequency: AAn introductory study of statisticalmethods as applied to businessand economic problems. Topicscovered include: frequencydistributions, measures of centraltendency, measures of dispersion, probability, probabilitydistributions, samplingdistributions, estimation, statisticalinference, and simple linearregression. Emphasis on the useand abuse of statistics. Note:Credit for at most one of thefollowing courses may be appliedtowards a student’s requirementsfor graduation: BUAD 200, ECON200, EDU 200, POLI 200, PSY200, SOC 200, and STAT 200.Credits: 3

ECON201 Principles ofMacroeconomicsFrequency: AStudy of the organization andfunctioning of the contemporaryAmerican economic system.Topics covered include nationalincome, aggregate demand,aggregate supply, unemployment,inflation, money and banking,monetary and fiscal policies, andinternational trade and finance.Credits: 3

ECON202 Principles ofMicroeconomicsFrequency: AStudy of the organization andfunctioning of the contemporaryAmerican economic system withemphasis on the problems ofresource allocation. Topicscovered include supply anddemand, elasticity, price andoutput determination in variousmarket situations, competition andpublic policy, income distribution,and alternative economic systems.Credits: 3

ECON300 Statistical AnalysisFrequency: AContinuation of ECON 200. Astudy of the techniques and toolsused in analyzing business andeconomic data with equalemphasis on estimationtechniques and interpretation ofresults. Topics covered includesimple and multiple linearregression, time series analysisand analysis of variance, Use ofSPSS, a statistical softwarepackage, as well as Excel is anintegrated part of the course.Prerequisite(s): ECON 200 orequivalent (BUAD 200, EDU 200,POLI 200, SOC 200, PSY 200 orSTAT 200)Credits: 3

ECON305 IntermediateMicroeconomic TheoryFrequency: BAnalysis of economic behavior ofconsumers, producers, andmarkets. Major topics includeutility maximization and production theories, market structures (purecompetition, monopoly,monopolistic competition, andoligopoly) and theories of factorsof production, income distribution,resource allocation, and economic efficiency.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202 and (MATH 120 orMATH 122)Credits: 3

ECON310 IntermediateMacroeconomic TheoryFrequency: BA theoretical analysis of thedeterminants of employment,income, consumption, investment,the general price level, wage rates and interest rates; the role ofgovernment, the impact ofmonetary and fiscal policies within the framework of variouscontemporary aggregate modelsof closed and open economies.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON312 Women in theEconomyFrequency: DExploration of the economic status of women, particularly in theUnited States. Emphasis is placedon women’s labor marketexperiences and how theseexperiences are explained byeconomic theory. A major part ofthe course stresses currenteconomic issues and policiesspecifically aimed at womenincluding poverty, welfare, labormarket mobility, and the status ofthe family.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 orECON 202Credits: 3

ECON315Money/Banking/MonetaryEconomicsFrequency: BStudy of money and the financialsystem. In particular, theoperation, functions, structure andregulations of the banking system,and organization and functions ofcentral banking. Special emphasis given to the study of monetarytheories, monetary management,and the effectiveness of monetarypolicy.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3


ECON320 InternationalTrade/FinanceFrequency: BStudy of international economicrelations and international finance- determination of trade patternsand competitiveness, tariff andnon-tariff barriers, economicintegration, multinationalcorporations, exchange rates,balance of payments problemsand policies, and internationalmonetary system.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON321 MultinationalCorporationsFrequency: DEconomic analysis of theoperations of multinationalcorporations and the implicationsof global production, resourceallocation, and distribution ofgoods and services. Emphasis oncapital and technology transfer,intercontinental flow of information, transaction costs, transfer pricingand tax policies.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201Credits: 3

ECON325 Labor andEmploymentFrequency: CApplications of microeconomictheory to labor markets. Topicsinclude labor supply and demand,investment in education andtraining, wage determination,working conditions, non-wagecompensation, racial and genderdiscrimination, unions, andgovernment regulation ofwage-setting institutions.Prerequisite(s): ECON 202Credits: 3

ECON330 Public SectorEconomicsFrequency: DAnalysis of governmental policiesinvolving taxes and expendituresand how effectively these policiesattain their objectives. Topicsinclude externalities and publicgoods, income redistribution, health and unemployment insurance, andthe impact of taxes on labor supply, savings and wealth.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON335 EconomicDevelopmentFrequency: DProblems of economic growth anddevelopment of less developedcountries with emphasis oneconomic and non-economicobstacles to growth anddevelopment, financing ofdevelopment, strategy ofdevelopment policy, developmentplanning and project evaluation,industrial and agriculturaldevelopment, and the role ofinternational trade in growth anddevelopment.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON340 Urban and RegionalEconomicsFrequency: DStudy of the economics of urbanand regional development.Emphasis on principles of regional analysis, location theories,population movements, urbanbase, problems of urban renewal,economics of poverty,transportation, pollution, andhousing.Prerequisite(s): ECON 202Credits: 3

ECON345 ComparativeEconomic SystemsFrequency: CComparative study of organization, operation and performance ofsome important economicsystems. Emphasis on thesocio-cultural and politicalenvironment, and on theinstitutional factors explaining thedifferences in the performance ofvarious systems.Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 orECON 102 or ECON 201 orECON 202Credits: 3

ECON350 ManagerialEconomicsFrequency: AMicroeconomic analysis applicable to the problems of businesses with emphasis on the determination ofprices, outputs and inputs. Othertopics include demand and costmeasurements, forecasting, andcash flow analysis. The courseutilizes different constrainedoptimization and quantitativetechniques. Note: Credits for thiscourse may not be appliedtowards the economics majorrequirements.Prerequisite(s): (MATH 120 or122) and (BUAD 200, ECON 200, EDU200, POLI 200, PSY 200, SOC200 or STAT 200)Credits: 3

ECON360 Health CareEconomicsFrequency: DApplication of economic analysisto the health care industry.Emphasis on the demand andsupply of health care services, and private and group health insurance (HMO, PPO, Medical Care,Medicaid). Analysis of for-profitand non-profit production of health care services under differentmarket structures. Other topicsinclude problems of allocation ofmedical care resources andanalysis of health care policies.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON370 Evolution ofEconomic ThoughtFrequency: DStudy of the historicaldevelopment of those ideasintended to provide a deeperunderstanding of presenteconomic realities. Emphasis isplaced on fundamental areas such as the economist’s methodology,value and distribution theory, freetrade, economic growth, andmacroeconomics, and how thesetopics have been addressed bymajor thinkers in the field ofeconomics.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 3

ECON380Environmental/NaturalResource EconomicsFrequency: CEconomic analysis of naturalresource and environmentalissues and policies. Socialcost-benefit analysis, theories ofexternalities and intertemporalresource allocation and theirapplication to renewable andexhaustible natural resources areemphasized. Topics includepollution control, efficient andequitable resource management,energy issues, ecological andenvironmental quality, and globalsustainability.Prerequisite(s): ECON 202Credits: 3

ECON381 Special Topics inEconomicsFrequency: DExamination of topics in economicissues, problems, theory andpolicy not covered in any othercourse offered by the department.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 andECON 202Credits: 1-3

ECON395 Comparative HumanResourcesFrequency: DComparative study of labor market characteristics among U.S.,Canada, Mexico, Japan, OECDcountries and a selection ofemerging market economies.Emphasis on those factors thatenhance economic integration and influence human resource policies. Comparative policy analysis ofmedical care, immigration,education and employmenttraining, minimum wages, workstandards, unemploymentinsurance, retirement systems and collective bargaining.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 orECON 202Credits: 3

ECON400 Econometrics andBusiness ApplicationsFrequency: CAnalysis and application ofregression covering topics oneconometric problems andtechniques of estimation (bothsingle and multi-equation models). The science and art ofeconometric model building andforecasting with its wideapplication in finance, marketing,banking, and other fields inbusiness and economics arediscussed. Use of the computer isan integral part of the course.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 and202, and BUAD 300 or ECON 300Credits: 3

ECON405 IndustrialOrganizationFrequency: DStudy of the sources andconsequences of market power inthe U.S. economy. Deals witheconomic definitions, measures ofmarket power and legal standardsfor monopoly and oligopoly;examines major court decisionsthat have shaped antitrust policy;also covers economic regulationas a response to market power.Prerequisite(s): ECON 305 orECON 350Credits: 3

ECON410 MathematicalEconomicsFrequency: DIntroduces students tomathematical techniques used ineconomic analysis, includingoptimization theory, consumerand producer problems andgeneral equilibrium models.Prerequisite(s): ECON 305 orECON 350 or MATH 223Credits: 3

ECON425 FinancialMarkets/InstitutionsFrequency: CStudy of the operation of thecapital and money markets,determinants and structure ofinterest rates. Broad analysis offinancial intermediaries, andregulation of the financial systems.Prerequisite(s): ECON 315Credits: 3

ECON430 Independent StudyFrequency: AIndividualized study under thesupervision of a faculty member.Credits: 1-3

ECON450 Senior SeminarFrequency: BApplication of research and writing skills to the critical analysis ofselected broad current economicproblems and issues, integratingseveral areas of study ineconomics and other disciplines.Prerequisite(s): ECON 305 orECON 310Credits: 3


ECON480-481 InternshipFrequency: AProvides students theopportunities to earn credits forprofessional experience gainedthrough learning-by-doingtechniques.Credits: 1-6

Education

EDU100 Tutoring TheoryPracticeFrequency: AThis course is designed to leadpracticing tutors into anexamination, through readings and discussion of what tutoring is, whyand how it works and what tutoring can and cannot accomplish in acollege setting. Because thecourse is designed to runconcurrently with practical tutoring, candidates need to apply to andbe accepted by College TutoringServices. Acceptance is based ontranscript, faculty evaluation andinterviews and takes place duringthe semester prior to that duringwhich the course is taken. In order to earn 2 credit hours, studentsmust attend a series of 5workshops with planned activitiesand discussion designed to lead to greater cultural self-awarenessand therefore awareness of otherpeoples’ cultural selves.Credits: 1-2

EDU101 First Field ExperienceFrequency: DAdolescent Education majors areintroduced to teaching by enrolling in a 25-hour observationparticipation experience.Credits: 0

EDU105 Introduction toContemporary EducationFrequency: AIntroduction to childhood and early childhood education, its principlesand practices. Organization ofelementary schools, planning,teaching styles, classroommanagement, and instructionalmaterials are among the topicsconsidered. Direct teachingexperiences with children are anintegral part of the course.Co-requisite(s): EDU 106Credits: 3

EDU106 ContemporaryEducation Field ExperienceFrequency: AProvides participants anopportunity to observe classroomoperations, observe and describethe many roles of teachers,conduct focused observations and interviews, and two formal lessons with individuals, and small or large groups of children on a teachinglearning project.Co-requisite(s): EDU 105Credits: 0

EDU110 EducationLiterature/CompositionFrequency: DAn integration of how one writesand how one can effectively teachwriting to students. Using thewriting workshop approach, thecourses examines principles,teaching methodologies, andtechniques pertaining to the writing process from both the perspectiveof writer and teacher.Credits: 3

EDU200 StatisticsFrequency: DElements of probability theory;fundamental concepts andtechniques of statistics withapplication. May not be repeatedfor credit. Note: Credit for at mostone of the following courses maybe applied towards a student’srequirements for graduation:BUAD 200, ECON 200, EDU 200,POLI 200, SOC 200, and STAT200.Credits: 3

EDU214 Introduction toChildren’s LiteratureFrequency: DDesigned to assist students inbecoming widely acquainted withthe great wealth of trade (library)books and media available fortoday’s children, preschoolthrough middle school. Coursecontent includes all literary types.Credits: 3

EDU215 Education in AmericanSocietyFrequency: DFoundations course in the study of education. Introduction to social,historical, and philosophicalfoundations of education and therelationship between school andsociety.Credits: 3

EDU218 Children’s Literature inLiteracy InstructionFrequency: DThis course is an introduction toChildren’s Literature in Readingand includes a study of genre aswell as discussion of literacyacquisition, reading instruction and use of children’s literature forevaluation and remediation ofreading difficulties.Credits: 3

EDU220 Child DevelopmentFrequency: DDevelopment of the child frombeginning of life: prenataldevelopment through age 12.Study of physical, cognitive,social, emotional, and moraldevelopment of the child. Creditwill not be given for both EDU 220and EDU 225.Credits: 3

EDU221 Introduction to EarlyChildhood EducationCurriculumFrequency: DA history and philosophy of earlychildhood education. Theoreticalperspectives influencing earlychildhood program models.Emphasis on observing, recording, and interpreting the behavior ofyoung children in a variety of childcare settings (Infant-Preschool).Credits: 3

EDU224 AdolescentDevelopmentFrequency: APhysical, mental, and emotionalinfluences on the human growthperiods in terms of habits,interests, and social adjustment.Factors in home and school thatinfluence adolescent behavior and personality.Credits: 3

EDU225 DevelopmentalPsychologyFrequency: AOrderly sequence of humangrowth and development.Principles of physical, intellectual,and personality changesemphasized along withprocedures for evaluating relevantresearch.Credits: 3

EDU227 The ElectronicClassroomFrequency: DAn introduction to computermanaged instruction, computerbased instruction, and the designand use of multimedia resourcesin the classroom.Credits: 3

EDU250 Introduction to theExceptional LearnerFrequency: AIntroductory survey of nature,needs, and education of childrenwho are exceptional because ofintelligence, behavioral disorders,and/or physical development.Co-requisite(s): EDU 251Credits: 3

EDU251 Exceptional LearnerField ExperienceFrequency: ACandidates work directly withpupils with learning difficulties inarea schools and agencies.Co-requisite(s): EDU 250Credits: 0

EDU275 Introduction to theTeaching of Reading in theElementary SchoolFrequency: DIntroduction to techniques,activities, and materials employedin teaching elementary schoolcandidates how to read. Focuseson traditional texts and readingmaterials, as well as hands-onexperience in applyingmicrocomputers in the teaching ofreading. The use of writing as atechnique in the teaching ofreading will also be employed.Specifically designed to preparestudents for participation inelementary school classrooms.Credits: 3

EDU276 Literacy andTechnology in ElementarySchoolFrequency: AOverview of the processesinvolved in literacy acquisition andthe instructional approaches thatacknowledge current thinking.Relationship of reading andwriting, and aspects of writingdevelopment and writing processappropriate to each stage ofreading development. Topics:models of reading and writingconceptual and methodologicalissues related to instruction andacquisition of reading, the role and use of technology in literacyinstruction, assessment ofcandidates’ reading and writing,diversity in reading acquisition -the role of technology in facilitating reading and writing for diverselearners.Credits: 3

EDU300 Safe Schools/HealthyStudentsFrequency: BIdentifying and reportingsuspected child abuse andmaltreatment; preventing childabduction; preventing alcohol,tobacco, and other drug abuse;providing safety education;providing instruction in fire andarson prevention; and preventingand intervening in school violence. This course meets therequirements for New York Statecertification based on the statutory requirements found in theCommissioner’s Regulationssubdivision 52.21.Credits: 3

EDU301 Child AbuseReporting/Abduction PreventionFrequency: BThis course will present a generalintroduction to central themes inChild Abuse Detection andReporting and AbductionPrevention at the local, state andfederal levels of education and the law. Students will gain a workingknowledge through case studyanalysis, assigned readings,related journals, situationalanalysis, group participation,reference review, video andlecture.Credits: 1


EDU302 Alcohol, Tobacco andDrug Abuse PreventionFrequency: BThe course will present a generalintroduction to central themes inthe areas of alcohol, tobacco, anddrug abuse prevention at the local, state, and federal levels, and tothe role of the classroom teacherin prevention efforts. Students willdevelop their knowledge throughdiscussion, situational analysis,assigned readings, internetassignments, interviews, videoand lecture.Credits: 1

EDU303 Fire Safety andViolence ProtectionFrequency: BThis course is designed to provide pre-service teachers (B-12) withan introduction to essentialconcepts in fire safety and schoolviolence prevention. Students willdevelop their knowledge throughInternet assignments, assignedreadings, situational analysis,group discussion, video andlecture.Credits: 1

EDU305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity in the ClassroomFrequency: AAn introduction to basic concepts,theories, and issues involvingmulticultural education, culturaldiversity, and the educationalsystem. Emphasis is on thedevelopment of a soundtheoretical framework from whichpractical application to classroomsituations will evolve. Candidateswill teach, interact with, and/orobserve children and youth fromdiverse cultural and linguisticbackgrounds and employ a variety of teaching strategies.Co-requisite(s): EDU 313Credits: 3

EDU312 Infant and Toddler Care and EducationFrequency: DThis course examines learningenvironments for children agesbirth to three with particularemphasis on center basedsettings. Topics include a reviewof infant/ toddler development,characteristics of qualityeducation, developmentallyappropriate curriculum indevelopmental areas, guidancebased on observation and familydynamics and relations affectinginfant development and growth,and parenting/teaching strategies.Prerequisite(s): EDU 105Credits: 3

EDU313 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity Field ExperienceFrequency: DRequired for students enrolled inEDU 305 Cultural and LinguisticDiversity. Students spend 7-8weeks in elementary andsecondary classrooms, intraditional and/or non-traditionalsettings. Students will be paired toenable peer coaching and peerassisted learning to occur.Students will develop aninstructional unit, and teachsample lessons; for small groupsor entire classes, and incorporatemulticultural concepts, includingculture awareness; tolerance andacceptance; cooperative learning;multiple intelligence theory; andmulticultural literature, amongothers.Co-requisite(s): EDU 305Credits: 0

EDU314 DevelopmentalLearningFrequency: DThis course is designed tofamiliarize the beginning teacherwith various developmental andlearning theories, instructionalimplications relating to eachtheory, and classroom applicationof relevant principles.Credits: 3

EDU315 Early ChildhoodCurriculum IIFrequency: DEmphasis on integrated curriculum planning to meet thedevelopmental needs of the young learner (preschool-age 8).Candidates plan and implementteaching strategies and activitiesin any early childhood classroomsetting. Field experience required.Prerequisite(s): EDU 221Credits: 3

EDU321 Teaching in the MiddleSchoolFrequency: BPrinciples, materials, curriculum,and methods for teaching in themiddle school. Required forcertificate extension to middleschool grades.Credits: 3

EDU326 Elements of PublicSchool LawFrequency: DBasic study of school law asapplied to the organization ofeducation from the federal andstate perspective. Specialattention is focused on the teacher and the law with respect to tortliability, due process, rights andresponsibilities of teachers,students and parents. Impact ofcourt decisions on the school.Credits: 3

EDU349 EducationalPsychologyFrequency: AAreas of psychology utilized in theteaching and learning processes.Analyzing and interpretingscientific data related to individualdifferences, growth, learning,group processes, and evaluation.Credits: 3

EDU351 ClassroomManagement and LearningPrinciplesFrequency: DExamination of significantresearch in areas of humanlearning and motivation as theyrelate to effective instructionalstrategies. An investigation intohow teachers can translatetheories and research from suchareas as achievement motivation,learner cognitive style, emotionalclimate of the classroom, conceptlearning, creativity, andproblem-solving into constructiveclassroom action.Prerequisite(s): EDU 349Credits: 3

EDU355 Learning and BehaviorDisorders of ChildrenFrequency: DCritical examination of the etiology of learning and behavioraldisorders, and a review of effective treatments of managementprocedures. Etiological factorscovered include the role of biology, the family and the school.Disorders reviewed includehyperactivity, attention deficitdisorders, aggressiveness anddepression. Emphasis is placedon implications for the potentialclassroom teacher.Credits: 3

EDU360 DevelopmentalDisabilitiesFrequency: DAn examination of the etiology,characteristics, and psychologicaldevelopment associated withdevelopmental disabilities. Whilefocusing largely on mentalretardation, the course isnon-categorical in orientation.Particular attention is paid totechniques and strategies forintegration of developmentallydisabled children into themainstream of education.Prerequisite(s): EDU 250Credits: 3

EDU380 Teacher OpportunityCorps: Teaching at-risk YouthFrequency: CThis seminar is intended formembers of the TeacherOpportunity Corps. Critical issuesregarding teaching at-risk youth,particulary in urban schools, willbe addressed, and relatedinstructional strategies will beexplored. Prerequisites: TeacherOpportunity Corps participant orpermission of instructorCredits: 1

EDU390 Special Topics inEducationFrequency: DStudy of special areas ineducation not covered by existingcourses. Content varies fromsemester to semester. Consult the appropriate Course OfferingsBulletin and department notices.Credits: 1-3

EDU402 Teaching Mathematicsin the Elementary SchoolFrequency: BContent, curriculum, materials,and procedures in teachingmathematics in the elementaryschool based on the NationalCouncil of Teachers ofMathematics (NCTM)recommendations and standards.Prerequisite(s): MAED 302Co-requisite(s): Credits: 3

EDU403 Teaching Science in the Elementary SchoolFrequency: BMaterials and procedures in aprocess-centered sciencecurriculum. Investigation of newcurricula illustrating guideddiscovery approach to teachingsciences.Credits: 3

EDU404 Teaching SocialStudies in the ElementarySchoolFrequency: BCurriculum, materials, andprocedures in teaching socialstudies in the elementary school.Credits: 3

EDU405 Teaching Literacy inInclusive Educational SettingsFrequency: BCurriculum, materials andprocedures in literacy instruction in the elementary school. Credits: 3

EDU406 Literacy andAssessment in InclusiveEducational SettingsFrequency: BCurriculum, materials andprocedures in literacy instruction in the elementary school.Credits: 3

EDU412 Integrated Methods forEarly Childhood EducationFrequency: DPrepares students to teach in early childhood classrooms. Informationon the national and state learningstandards in science, socialstudies, and the creative arts.Topics include constructivistcurriculum planning, preparing theteaching/learning environment, the anti-bias curriculum, project work,authentic assessment, and therole of play in the early childhoodclassroom.Prerequisite(s): EDU 105 andEDU 250 and EDU 276 and EDU312Credits: 3-6


EDU416 Capstone Seminar -Advanced Study in ClassroomOrganization, Management, andInstructionFrequency: AFocus on extending candidates’knowledge and skills in classroommanagement and organizationalmethods, as well as instructionalstrategies and content. Thiscourse also assists candidates inthe successful completion of theapplied teaching and learningproject in their student teachingexperiences.Credits: 3

EDU417 Middle School (Grades5-9) Methods in MathematicsFrequency: BPrinciples, materials, and methods for teaching middle school (grades 5-9) mathematics. The courseserves as the primary methodscourse for students pursuing initialcertification in Middle ChildhoodEducation - MathematicsSpecialist.Credits: 3

EDU419 Secondary School(Adolescence) MethodsFrequency: BPrinciples, materials, and methods for teaching English, foreignlanguages, mathematics, science,or social studies in the secondaryschool. Assignment to sectionsaccording to subject matter. Note:must be taken before seniorstudent teaching. Required forAdolescence Education.Credits: 3

EDU420 Student Teaching in the Elementary School - PrimaryFrequency: AA field assignment to teach inChildhood Education.Assignments provided in grades 1- 3; arrangements made by theOffice of Field Experiences. Openonly to candidates accepted inChildhood Education.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theCollege of Education.Credits: 6

EDU421 Student Teaching inEarly Childhood Education -Pre-KindergartenFrequency: AA field assignment to teach inEarly Childhood Education.Assignments in Pre-Kindergarten;arrangements made by the Officeof Field Experiences. Open only to candidates accepted in EarlyChildhood Education.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theCollege of Education.Credits: 6

EDU422 Student Teaching in the Elementary School -IntermediateFrequency: AA field assignment to teach inChildhood Education.Assignments provided in grades4-6; arrangements made by theOffice of Field Experiences. Openonly to candidates accepted inChildhood Education.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theSchool of Education.Credits: 6

EDU423 Student Teaching inEarly Childhood Education -KindergartenFrequency: AA field assignment to teach inEarly Childhood Education.Assignments in a Kindergarten;arrangements made by the Officeof Field Experiences. Open only to candidates accepted in EarlyChildhood Education.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theCollege of Education.Credits: 6

EDU424 Student Teaching in the Elementary School - Primary(Hamburg)Frequency: DA field assignment to teach on theprimary level in the elementaryschool. Open only to candidatesaccepted into theFredonia-Hamburg Program.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theCollege of Education.Credits: 3

EDU425 Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education - Grades 1 or 2Frequency: AA field assignment to teach inEarly Childhood Education.Assignments in a Grade 1 or 2classroom; arrangements made by the Office of Field Experiences.Open only to candidates acceptedin Early Childhood Education.Prerequisites: Enrollment and satisfactory progress inprofessional education courses;ongoing recommendation of theCollege of Education.Credits: 6

EDU426 Student Teaching in the Elementary School -Intermediate (Hamburg)Frequency: DA field experience assignment toteach in the intermediate level in the elementary school. Open only tocandidates accepted into theFredonia-Hamburg Program.Prerequisites: Enrollment andsatisfactory progress in professional courses; ongoing recommendationof the College of Education.Credits: 3

EDU429 Student Teaching inMiddle Childhood Education -Mathematics SpecialistFrequency: BA field assignment to teach middle school mathematics. Assignmentsprovided in grades five throughnine; arrangements made by theOffice of Field Experiences. Open only to students accepted intoSUNY Fredonia’s MiddleChildhood Education -Mathematics Specialist Program.Prerequisite(s): EDU 417 orMAED 417Credits: 15

EDU430 Student Teaching in the Secondary SchoolFrequency: BA field assignment to teach insecondary education.Assignments provided by subjectarea in grades seven through 12;arrangements made by Office ofField Experiences. Open only tostudents accepted in Adolescence Education Certification.Prerequisite(s): EDU 419 orMAED 419Credits: 15

EDU432 Home/SchoolPartnerships in a DiverseSocietyFrequency: BPrepares the preservice teacherwith strategies for facilitating family involvement in the educationprocess. This course will placeemphasis on the skills ofcommunication (both personal and written). Topics covered include:parent conferences, volunteers inthe classroom, barriers to parentinvolvement and one-way andtwo-way communicationstrategies.Co-requisite(s): EDU 402 or EDU405Credits: 1.5-3

EDU480 InternshipFrequency: AParticipation in a professional,subject related experience. Thestudent must submit a proposalstating what the experience is,how it relates to their course ofstudy, and how it will be monitored and evaluated. The instructor willbe responsible for the supervisionof the intern. The proposal mustbe approved one month inadvance by the advisor, instructor, and chairperson prior toregistration.Credits: 3-15

EDU490 Independent StudyFrequency: AStudy of a particular problem ineducation. Periodic meetings withinstructor and the writing of asubstantial paper.Credits: 1-3

English

ENGL100 English CompositionFrequency: AA student-centeredwriting-workshop course in whichstudents understand and practicevarious stages of the writingprocess; compose essays usingnarration, description, persuasion,exposition, and explanation; anduse writing and discussion as ameans of situating themselves in a world of ideas. Emphasis as wellon reading critically.Credits: 3

ENGL101 Introduction toEnglish-Adolescence EducationFrequency: BEnglish-Adolescence Educationmajors are introduced to teachingin this course which combines 25hours of classroom observationwith reading, writing, anddiscussion about the principlesand practices ofEnglish-Adolescence Education.Teaching strategies, learningstyles, classroom management,socioeconomics, and the structure and history of language are among the topics considered.Credits: 1.5

ENGL103 Readings andObservation inEnglish-Adolescence EducationFrequency: BStudents participate in 25 hours ofclassroom observation in thesecondary schools and write adetailed report about advancedissues in English pedagogy.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101Credits: 1.5

ENGL106 The English Major: An IntroductionFrequency: BAn introduction to the major areaswithin and current approaches toliterary studies including literaryhistory, issues of canon formation,and the multiple functions ofliterature and writing. Particularcourse emphasis will bedetermined by the individualinstructor, but the course willexplore effective modes of libraryresearch, strategies for integratingsecondary sources, and importantterms and concepts that arefundamental to literary analysis.Credits: 1.5


ENGL200 Introduction toAmerican StudiesFrequency: BAn introduction to theinterdisciplinary study of American cultures, their historicaldevelopment and contemporarystatus. Focusing on literary andcultural representations of specificaspects of the Americanexperience, the course willexamine the constructed nature ofAmerican self-perceptions and ofU.S. history. The coursecontextualizes U.S. cultures within the Americas and the globalarena. Particular course emphasis is selected by the instructor. Cross-listed as AMST 202.Credits: 3

ENGL204 Survey of EnglishLiteratureFrequency: DThe study of major texts fromorigins to the present in Britishliterature. Will include divergentapproaches to texts, the historicaldevelopment of the literatures, and the relationships betweenliterature and other disciplines.Credits: 3

ENGL205 Epic and RomanceFrequency: AStudy of works of epic andromance from a variety of timesand places, their function asliterary works, their similarities,and their different concepts of thehuman.Credits: 3

ENGL206 Survey of AmericanLiteratureFrequency: DThe study of major texts fromorigins to the present in Americanliterature. Will include divergentapproaches to texts, the historicaldevelopment of the literatures, and the relationships betweenliterature and other disciplines.Credits: 3

ENGL207 Drama and FilmFrequency: AStudy of plays and some filmsfrom different times and places,their possible interrelations andways they reflect their variouscultures.Credits: 3

ENGL208 American Popular and Mass CulturesFrequency: CAn introduction to themethodologies of studying American cultures, with a special focus onpopular and mass cultures. Particular course emphasis will bedetermined by the individualinstructor, but topics will stress themultiplicity of American cultures. While literary works will make up the majority of the class texts, thecourse will utilize an interdisciplinary approach integrating materials fromfields such as history, anthropology,women’s studies, ethnic studies,geography, sociology, music, andart. Cross-listed as AMST 210.Credits: 3

ENGL209 Novels and TalesFrequency: AStudy of long and short fiction ofseveral kinds, including myth,fable, and realistic narrative, froma variety of places and times, andtheir relation to their differentcultures.Credits: 3

ENGL211 World PoetryFrequency: AStudy of lyric poetry from differenttimes and places showingsimilarities and differences inthemes and poetic methods.Credits: 3

ENGL214 American FictionFrequency: DReadings from among variousfiction genres, intended to reflectthe growth of and influences inAmerican fiction from itsbeginnings to the present; specificfocus is chosen by the instructor.Credits: 3

ENGL215 Detective FictionFrequency: DA survey of mystery writers fromEdgar Allan Poe to P.D. James,exploring their techniques with thegenre and the methods of theirdetectives.Credits: 3

ENGL216 Science FictionFrequency: DHistorical and generic survey ofscience fiction throughrepresentative works and majorauthors; examination of itsrelationships with other types ofliterature.Credits: 3

ENGL240 Introduction toAfrican American Literature and CultureFrequency: CAn examination of major works byAfrican American novelists, poets,dramatists, filmmakers, musicians, and essayists in terms of theintellectual and political concernsof their periods and locations.Cross-listed with INDS 240.Credits: 3

ENGL241 Introduction toLatino/a LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of works by and aboutLatinos, including poetry, novels,film, drama, music, and essays. Focus on culture of people ofHispanic descent living in theUnited States, including Chicanos, Puerto Ricans, DominicanAmericans, and CubanAmericans, with someconsideration of the ongoingrelations between U.S. Latinosand Latin America. Cross-listed as INDS 241.Credits: 3

ENGL242 American IndianLiteratureFrequency: CStudy of a variety of works,including traditional tales, novels,poems and memoirs, produced byAmerican Indians from historicalbeginnings to the present.Cross-listed with INDS 242.Credits: 3

ENGL250 Literacy andTechnologyFrequency: BDesigned primarily for EnglishAdolescence Education majors,this course explores thetheoretical and practicalimplications of technology for thenature of literacy. The coursepresents approaches to helpingsecondary students improve theirliteracy through the use oftechnology.Credits: 3

ENGL260 Introduction toCreative WritingFrequency: AFirst in the sequence of creativewriting courses, the prerequisitefor all higher level creative writing.Conducted in an informalworkshop format, the courseprovides practical experience inthe writing and evaluation ofpoetry and short fiction. Basicforms, prosodies, techniques,genres, and the problems theypose are considered through study of historical and contemporaryexamples, and through writingassignments.Credits: 3

ENGL270 Issues in JournalismFrequency: DThe course introduces students tocritical media literacy and provides practice in basic news and featurereporting and writing. Ethical andlegal issues are introduced anddiscussed. Cross-listed as JOUR270.Credits: 3

ENGL280 Introduction to FilmFrequency: CStudy of ways to approach andunderstand film as a medium of art and communication. Emphasis onbuilding a working vocabulary ofbasic film terms throughscreening, discussion, andanalysis of feature and shorterfilms.Credits: 3

ENGL291 The Bible asLiteratureFrequency: DExamination of sections of Old and New Testaments as works ofliterature, history and religiousthought. Emphasis on majorthemes, motifs, and criticaltechniques.Credits: 3

ENGL296 American IdentitiesFrequency: BAn exploration of the historicalconstruction of American gender,ethnicity/race, and class; theirpresent status; and their literaryand cultural representations.Focusing on intersections between these categories of identity, thecourse will utilize aninterdisciplinary approach,integrating materials from fieldssuch as literary studies, history,women’s studies, ethnic studies,geography, sociology, music, andart. Required course for AmericanStudies programs. Cross-listed asAMST 296.Credits: 3

ENGL299 Special TopicsFrequency: DVariable-content course; topicannounced in Course OfferingsBulletin each semester.Credits: 3

ENGL304 Latina Literature andCultural StudiesFrequency: DAn examination of contemporaryLatina literary productions in thecontext of representations ofLatinas in mainstream U.S.society. The focus of the course is on women of Hispanic descentliving and writing in the UnitedStates, including work by andabout Chicanas, Puerto Ricans,Dominican Americans, and Cuban Americans. Previous course workin Latina/Latino literature notrequired, but some previouscourse work related to AfricanAmerican or other ethnic literature, women’s literature/feminism,and/or film studies is stronglyrecommended. Cross-listed asWOST 304 and INDS 304.Credits: 3

ENGL310 Medieval LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of selected textsrepresentative of the literatureflourishing in Western Europebetween 600 and 1500.Credits: 3

ENGL312 The Age of ElizabethFrequency: CStudy of the literature of theRenaissance in England andelsewhere in Western Europe,culminating in the reign ofElizabeth I.Credits: 3

ENGL314 Women WritersFrequency: CAn in-depth study of literature bywomen. The course exploresquestions regarding gender,language, perception, andexperience through variousgenres. Cross-listed as WOST314.Credits: 3


ENGL316 The Early Seventeenth CenturyFrequency: CStudy of the metaphysical andneo-classical traditions in thepoetry of Donne and Jonson,Herrick, Crashaw, and Marvell;study of a variety of emergingprose styles in works by Raleigh,Bacon, Donne, Browne, Burton,and Bunyan.Credits: 3

ENGL318 Studies in PoetryFrequency: CAdvanced-level course in analysisof poetry: introduction to variouscritical approaches; backgroundstudy of poetic techniques;independent work on one poet.Credits: 3

ENGL319 Dramatic LiteratureFrequency: CA study of dramatic literature thatfocuses on understanding thedramatic form and its relation tosociety. The course will exploremeaning beyond the page byconsidering the textualramifications of staging.Credits: 3

ENGL320 The Restoration and18th CenturyFrequency: CCritical study of major literaryforms within the historical contextof the period. DeFoe, Swift, andFielding are among the authorsconsidered.Credits: 3

ENGL322 The Romantic AgeFrequency: CRomantic movement in England,1790 to 1835, as exemplified inwritings of Blake, Wordsworth,Coleridge, Lamb, Byron, theShelleys, Keats, Wollstonecraft,DeQuincey, Hazlitt, and others.Credits: 3

ENGL324 Myth and Symbol inLiteratureFrequency: DExamination of symbolic forms ofliterary expression and theirinterrelationships in selectedworks.Credits: 3

ENGL326 Victorian LiteratureFrequency: CIntroduction to later 19th centuryEnglish poetry and prose;emphasis on relationship betweensocial-intellectual history andliterature. Topics include problems of rapid industrialization, impact ofscience and technology, pressures for increased democratization,impact of laissez-faire capitalism,and relationship of the literature to19th century music, painting, andarchitecture.Credits: 3

ENGL328 Modern BritishLiteratureFrequency: CStudy of major British fiction,poetry, and drama, 1900 to thepresent. Topics include the Irishnational movement, romantic/realistic attitudes toward war, theroots of modernism, thedissolution of Empire. Authorsrange from Yeats, Synge, Joyce,and Lawrence to Amis andFowles. Approach is varied buttends to emphasizesocial-historical backgrounds.Credits: 3

ENGL330 The ContemporaryNovelFrequency: CStudy of the novel in Britain andAmerica, 1948 to the present.Emphasis on variety of forms,styles, and techniques in the genre and on contrasts between Britishand American novels of the periodreflective of long-established, quite separate traditions.Credits: 3

ENGL331 American LiteraryRootsFrequency: CStudy of American literary andcultural roots in the 17th and 18thcenturies; special attention to theemergence of myths and realitiesconcerning the American hero and the American dream, includingspecific issues such as the rise ofslavery, the role of women, thetreatment of the Indian, the powerof the Puritans, and the rhetoric ofthe Revolution.Credits: 3

ENGL332 AmericanRomanticism in LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of Romanticism in terms ofinfluence, development, andcharacteristics within the contextof American culture, includingtextual examples ranging fromindigenous native sources to those of Europe and the East.Credits: 3

ENGL333 EnvironmentalLiteratureFrequency: DSurvey of American nature writing, chiefly over the past half century.Focuses on the art of seeingnatural places. Includes field trips,direct study of nature.Credits: 3

ENGL334 Realism/Naturalism inAmerican LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of Realism and Naturalismin terms of influence,development, and characteristicswithin the context of Americanculture, including influences fromEurope and from the emergingvoices of American women andAfrican American slaves.Credits: 3

ENGL335 Modern AmericanPoetryFrequency: CStudy of American poetry of thefirst half of the 20th century.Focuses on tradition andinnovation, distinctive voices, thecultural and historical context.Credits: 3

ENGL336 Modernism inAmerican LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of modernism in terms ofinfluence, development, andcharacteristics within the contextof American culture; might includesuch figures as Faulkner andHemingway, and such movements as the Harlem Renaissance.Credits: 3

ENGL338 ContemporaryAmerican LiteratureFrequency: BStudy of contemporary works,genres and movements withattention to literary form, historicalcontexts and other interdisciplinary concerns.Credits: 3

ENGL339 ContemporaryAmerican PoetryFrequency: CStudy of American poetry beingwritten now and during the past 20 years in relationship to theAmerican and lyric traditions.Focuses on the place of poets inour society, the cultural andhistorical context of Americanpoetics, and the development of auniquely American voice incontemporary poetry.Credits: 3

ENGL340 Black Women WritersFrequency: CStudy of the literature written byand often about black women,including poetry, short and longfictions, novels, drama, biography,and autobiography from the 18thcentury to the present.Credits: 3

ENGL341 Harlem RenaissanceFrequency: CStudy of the literature flourishingwithin the African Americancommunity between approximately 1919 and 1930. Focuses on thepolitical, social, and literaryactivities of this era.Credits: 3

ENGL342 African AmericanAutobiographyFrequency: CStudy of major texts that contribute to the field of African Americanautobiography. Focuses on theliterary and cultural trendsexhibited in these texts, as well ason the individual significance ofeach text.Credits: 3

ENGL344 ContemporaryMultiethnic American LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of contemporary directions,including those suggested by theworks of Latino/a, NativeAmerican, African American, Asian American and other ethnic groupsthat contribute to the meaning ofAmerican identity today.Credits: 3

ENGL345 Critical ReadingFrequency: AFocus on helping studentsdevelop an awareness of theirown acts of interpretation inreading and an understanding ofthe strengths of differentapproaches to interpretation andcriticism.Credits: 3

ENGL346 History of LiteraryCriticismFrequency: DSurvey of representative texts inliterary criticism from Plato to themid-19th century.Credits: 3

ENGL348 Modern LiteraryCriticismFrequency: DStudy of major documents,theoretical concerns, anddominant trends in literary criticism from the mid-19th century to thepresent.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 346Credits: 3

ENGL349 Feminist TheoryFrequency: BIn-depth critical exploration ofselected theories to explain thesources of women’s roles insociety. A multidisciplinaryapproach will be employed toaccount for the social, economic,political, and cultural status ofwomen in contemporary societies.Cross-listed as WOST 301 andPHIL 244.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 345 orWOST 201Credits: 3

ENGL350 Literary LandmarksFrequency: DIn-depth critical examination ofselected “landmarks” of a literarytradition of the instructor’s choice: British, American, or World. Focus on issues of interpretation,intertextuality, literary movementsand periods, canon formation, andpedagogy.Credits: 3

ENGL351 Language and SocietyFrequency: DOverview of the ways languageuse both reflects and shapes oursocial identities. Areas forconsideration include gender,race, age, class, status, power,and nationality.Credits: 3


ENGL352 History of the EnglishLanguageFrequency: COverview of the origins andchanges of the English language,from Old English to present-dayAmerican English. Areas forconsideration include the changing speech sounds, word andsentence structures of English;etymology and new wordformation; and theinterrelationships between English and the political and social historyof its speakers.Credits: 3

ENGL355 Adolescent LiteratureFrequency: BStudy of and written responses toa broad variety of texts written for,by, and about adolescents.Examination of the adolescentexperience as it is depicted in thisliterature, with an emphasis onmulticultural education, culturaldiversity, and the educationalsystem. Students will discuss andprepare to teach adolescentliterature to children from diversecultural and linguisticbackgrounds.Credits: 3

ENGL356 Teaching Writing inthe Secondary SchoolFrequency: BStudy of and practice in strategiesfor teaching the process of writing: pre-writing, drafting, revision,editing, and publication. Includesmethods of assessing and writing.Credits: 3

ENGL357Literacy/Language/LearningTheoryFrequency: BStudy of philosophical,sociological, and psychologicaltheories of language, linguistics,and learning theory used toexplore the nature of the readingprocess, how people learn to read, how people make meaning fromprint and other media, and howteachers might help studentsbecome more capable readers.Credits: 3

ENGL358 Composition forElementary TeachersFrequency: BAnalysis of the writing process asit applies to elementary students.Approaches to teaching writing asa means of learning throughoutthe elementary-school curriculum.Credits: 3

ENGL359 Teaching Poetry inElementary and Middle SchoolFrequency: DPractical approaches for helpingelementary and middle schoolstudents experience and enjoymany forms of poetry. Includesreading, writing and collectingpoems.Credits: 3

ENGL360 Intermediate CreativeWritingFrequency: CContinued study of forms,techniques, genres, and theoriesof poetry and fiction. Emphasis onfurther development of students’skills in writing and self-criticismthrough intensive workshopexperience. Students may writepoetry, fiction, or both. Readings in contemporary poetry and fiction.Permission of instructor.Credits: 3

ENGL366 Opinion in JournalismFrequency: BThe core course focuses on theissues surrounding “fact” vs.“opinion” in journalism, includingdiscussion of concepts such asobjectivity, truth, and theimportance of background, context and balance. Students will gainexperience with techniquesappropriate to presentation ofopinion and critical commentarysuch as columns, editorials,cartoons and critical reviews of the arts as well as learning how tothoughtfully critique such work.Cross-listed as JOUR 366.Credits: 3

ENGL375 Writing for theProfessionsFrequency: DFocus on the development ofstudents’ ability to communicate in the business and professionalworld through the letter,memorandum, and in-housereport. Emphasis on theimportance of writtencommunication as a tool forproblem-solving in administrativeand management settings.Credits: 3

ENGL378 Advanced Writing I: The EssayFrequency: DWorkshop-oriented course inwhich students write, examine,and discuss the essay as a distinct mode. Through this course,students can expect to extend therange of their writing, theirunderstanding of rhetoricaltraditions, and their freedom andflexibility as writers of essays.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

ENGL380 Film: Silence toSoundFrequency: DAn historical survey of featurenarrative and dramatic films fromthe beginnings through the late1930s, through screenings,lectures, discussions, and analysis of selected works. Filmmakersstudied include Porter, Griffith,Von Stroheim, Eisenstein,Pudovkin, Lubitsch, Hitchcock,Lang, and Renoir.Credits: 4

ENGL381 Narrative Film After1940Frequency: DAn historical survey of featurenarrative and dramatic films from1940 through the present, throughscreenings, lectures, discussions,and analysis of selected works.Filmmakers studied includeWelles, Huston, Capra, Hitchcock, Kurosawa, Godard, Truffaut,Bunuel, Fellini, Antonioni, andAltman.Credits: 4

ENGL386 Women and FilmFrequency: DA study of women filmmakers andtheir uses of documentary,experimental, and narrative forms. Particular focus on the role of thefemale spectator, the redefinitionof traditional gender roles throughfilm, and the (re)production ofknowledge about women andfemininity through the cinematicapparatus. Cross-listed as WOST386.Credits: 4

ENGL389 Greek and RomanLiteratureFrequency: DIntroduction to major literarygenres of classical Greece andRome; emphasis on characteristicforms and themes. Readings inModern English translations.Credits: 3

ENGL390 Jewish LiteratureFrequency: DA study of major Jewish writersfrom the Bible to the present. Emphasis will be on the literatureand on the varieties of Jewishculture that it represents.Credits: 3

ENGL391 Romanticism in World LiteratureFrequency: DAn exploration of basic themescommonly associated with theconcept of Romanticism asidentified in literature from Eastern and Western cultures.Credits: 3

ENGL392 Asian LiteratureFrequency: DA study of selected works fromChinese, Japanese, Indian, andMiddle Eastern cultures,emphasizing those that make uptheir canon and which arerecognized as having had asignificant influence on Westernculture.Credits: 3

ENGL393 Asian-U.S.ConfrontationsFrequency: DComparative study of texts andcultural events involved inmoments of confrontation; variable emphasis from offering to offering;includes Islamic, Indian, Chinese,and Japanese works.Credits: 3

ENGL394 Japanese LiteratureFrequency: DStudy of selected works fromJapanese culture, emphasizingthose that make up their canonand which are recognized ashaving had a significantinternational influence, especiallyon the U.S.; the course alsoexamines cultural assumptions inthe works, and looks closely at the problem of language in translationand cultural contexts.Credits: 3

ENGL395 Non-WesternLiteratureFrequency: DExamination of works by womenand men from countries that, byvarious definitions, are notconsidered to be part of theWestern World. Focus on culturalrelativism and competingideologies.Credits: 3

ENGL396 Russian LiteratureFrequency: DIntensive reading of importantworks of Russian fiction tounderstand each writer’s vision ofthe potentialities, complexities,and essential conditions of humannature, within the intellectual andcultural context perceived orcreated by the writer. Significantattention to political and culturalhistory of Russia.Credits: 3

ENGL397 Discourses of theEnlightenmentFrequency: DStudy of the literary andphilosophical transformationsduring the age of Enlightenment(s) (Aufklarung, Illuminismo,Lumieres, etc.). Focuses on thegenre of satire and concepts suchas liberty, discovery, rationality,natural law, revolution, difference,belonging and the idea of Europe.Credits: 3

ENGL399 Special TopicsFrequency: DVariable-content course; topicannounced in Course OfferingsBulletin each semester that thecourse is offered.Credits: 3-4

ENGL400 Senior SeminarFrequency: AExtends the development ofstudents’ close reading of texts;encourages an extensive,progressive understanding ofresearch; integrates experiencesof the major core requirements;and encourages development ofmultidisciplinary approaches totopics and issues. The coursesatisfies writing-intensive andspeaking-intensive requirementsfor the GCP/CCC and is requiredfor all English majors.(English-Adolescence Educationmajors take ENGL 450 in theplace of ENGL 400.)Co-requisite(s): ENGL 401Credits: 3


ENGL401 Portfolio CompletionFrequency: ARequired for all English andEnglish-Adolescence Educationmajors. Gives recognition forthoughtful completion of allelements of the reflective portfolioexcept the exit paper. Should betaken concurrently with eitherENGL 400 or ENGL 450.Credits: 0

ENGL407 TragedyFrequency: DAn examination of representativetragedies and selected theories oftragedy from ancient Greecethrough Renaissance England and Neo-Classical France to themodern era. Primary focus on theplays and fiction with attention tovarious conceptions of the tragicvision.Credits: 3

ENGL408 Arthurian LiteratureFrequency: CStudy of the many works aboutKing Arthur and his knights of theRound Table, extending from the8th century to the present.Credits: 3

ENGL410 ChaucerFrequency: CStudy of The Canterbury Talesand Troilus and Criseyde.Introduction to Middle Englishlanguage and period and tosignificant Chaucerianscholarship.Credits: 3

ENGL412 Early ShakespeareFrequency: BStudy of Shakespeare’s works to1600; emphasis on his growth as a dramatist.Credits: 3

ENGL414 Later ShakespeareFrequency: BStudy of Shakespeare’s worksfrom 1600 to end of his career.Credits: 3

ENGL416 Elizabethan DramaFrequency: DThe development of the Englishdrama in the late 16th and early17th centuries. The growth ofdrama from the medieval mystery,miracle, and morality playsthrough the works ofShakespeare’s contemporaries.The plays in their cultural,historical, and artistic climates.Credits: 3

ENGL418 Restoration/18thCentury DramaFrequency: DStudy of the drama and theatre ofJonson, Dryden, Wycherley,Congreve, and Sheridan, withextension of their influencethrough the works of Wilde; focuson the major changes which thetenets of classicism brought to theEnglish stage after Shakespeare.Credits: 3

ENGL420 MiltonFrequency: DMilton’s thought and art asexpressed in Paradise Lost,Paradise Regained, SamsonAgonistes, and selections from the minor poems and the prose.Credits: 3

ENGL422 English Novel IFrequency: DStudy of representative novels of18th and early 19th centuries.Particular attention to human andliterary concerns which contributeto development of the novel.Writers include Richardson,Fielding, Sterne, and Austen.Credits: 3

ENGL424 English Novel IIFrequency: DStudy of such 19th and 20thcentury novelists as Dickens, Eliot, Hardy, Conrad, Lawrence, andWoolf. Special attention to form ofthe novel used to portray eachwriter’s vision.Credits: 3

ENGL425 Yeats and CompanyFrequency: CAn intensive reading of certainmajor works of William ButlerYeats and of his contemporariesand successors. Considerableattention to the mythologies,history, and politics of Ireland.Credits: 3

ENGL427 Major WritersFrequency: BStudy of the works of up to threemajor writers. A variable contentcourse. May be taken more thanonce with departmental approval.Credits: 3

ENGL446 ContemporaryLiterary TheoryFrequency: DA study of the most recentAmerican and international literarycritical thinking, emphasizing boththeory and practice. Students arestrongly encouraged to take ENGL 345 as a prerequisite.Credits: 3

ENGL450 Seminar for Teachersof EnglishFrequency: BWorkshop designed to immersestudents in the processes ofpreparing high-school students toread literature. Emphasis onpre-reading activities, construction of discussion questions andclassroom activities, developmentof units for teaching literature, andparticipation in activities. Permission of instructor.Co-requisite(s): EDU 419 andENGL 401Credits: 3

ENGL455 Writing TutorsFrequency: BAn eight-week training programpreparing students to tutor writingin the University Learning Centerfor a minimum of four hours perweek. Permission of instructor.Credits: 3

ENGL456 ESL TutoringFrequency: BFocus on tutoring students whosefirst language is not English.Credits: 1

ENGL460 Advanced CreativeWriting: PoetryFrequency: BIntensive critical discussion ofstudent work. Readings incontemporary poetry. Theorientation of the course isprofessional, and the students areexpected to submit their work toperiodicals for publication. Oralpresentation of student work. Permission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 360Credits: 3

ENGL461 Advanced CreativeWriting: FictionFrequency: DIntensive critical discussion ofstudent fiction. Readings incontemporary fiction. Theorientation of the course isprofessional, and students areexpected to submit their work toperiodicals for publication.Permission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 360Credits: 3

ENGL465 English InternshipsFrequency: AEnglish internships. Interns workforty hours for 1 credit hour.Enrollment requires a completedlearning contract and permissionof the department.Credits: 1-3

ENGL490 Independent StudyFrequency: AStudy of a particular author, topic,or work. Periodic meetings withinstructor and writing a substantialpaper. Department approval.Credits: 1-6

ENGL499 Special TopicsFrequency: DA variable-content course. Topicsannounced in Course OfferingsBulletin.Credits: 3

EnvironmentalSciences

ESCI105 Global EnvironmentalIssuesFrequency: BThe course’s objective is toincrease student awareness of the environmental issues that affectdifferent parts of the world and theplanet as a whole. The course will explore the historical roots ofthese problems and how differentsocieties deal with environmentaldegradation. Topics will includeoverpopulation, food production,water scarcity, pollution and global climate change, among others. The format of the course invitesparticipation, discussion andcritical thinking.Credits: 3

ESCI310 Methods inEnvironmental AnalysisFrequency: CMethods common toenvironmental sciencesemphasizing laboratory and fieldmeasurement techniques. In thelaboratory, wet chemical andelectrochemical techniques;methods of trace pollutantanalysis; bioassays; BODmeasurements, etc., will bestudied. Field studies will includeclassical techniques such asdissolved oxygen and Secchi diskmeasurements, as well as morerecent assessment methods suchas terrain conductivity andmacroinvertebrate studies.Combination lecture/laboratory.Credits: 3

ESCI410 EnvironmentalAssessmentFrequency: CIntroduction to concepts involvedin risk assessment and how theyare applied to formulating a human or ecological risk assessment.Modern methods and modelsdescribing environmental riskassessment strategies will beemphasized. Topics will includefate and transport processes ofpollutants in the environment, data evaluation, air and water quality,human health risk assessment,ecological risk assessment, andhazardous waste remediation.Case studies will be drawn fromthe contemporary literature andstudents will formulate a riskassessment as part of a team.Credits: 3

ESCI440 EnvironmentalSciences SeminarFrequency: BEach student will present aseminar on a current topic ofenvironmental sciences researchduring the spring semester of theirsenior year. Emphasis on detailedknowledge of the subject matter,techniques for searching theprofessional literature, andprocedures for the preparation and presentation of a professionalseminar.Credits: 1


ESCI490 EnvironmentalSciences PracticumFrequency: AIndependent research,independent study, or internshipunder the direction of aparticipating faculty advisor.Credits: 3

Film Studies

FILM220 Film FormFrequency: BAn introductory-level lecturecourse designed to introducestudents to the formal issuesinvolved in the production andperception of moving images. The course provides students with anunderstanding of aestheticconcepts that support the makingof films, digital cinema, videos orvideo games. It reinforces the use of aesthetic vocabulary anddemonstrates how audiencesinteract with, and are manipulatedby, film language and syntax. Therefore, the course is useful forstudents who wish to enhancetheir skills in the making of filmsand videos as well as for studentswho wish to refine their ability todeconstruct motion pictures forcritical and analytical purposes.Credits: 3

FILM399 Special TopicsFrequency: CA variable-content course. Thetopic will be announced in theCourse Offering Bulletin when thecourse is offered.Credits: 3

FILM401 Independent StudyFrequency: CThe course allows students todesign and pursue independent,directed projects in film studies. As a rule, these studies will examinein greater depth or breadth topicsthat are explored in current course offerings or are not available incurrent offerings. Permission ofthe coordinator of Film Studiesrequired.Credits: 1-3

FILM470 Senior Film SeminarFrequency: BThe capstone experience for theFilm Studies Minor. Content varies according to instructor and student interest, but could involve work ona cooperative project such as aspring semester film festival, ortake a more traditional form, withadvanced readings in film or aresearch project. Prerequisites: 12 credits of film courses orconsent of instructor.Credits: 3

French

FREN115 Elementary French IFrequency: AA first-semester introduction toelementary French with a focus on communication, skill-building andculture. Study of fundamentalspeech patterns. Initial stress onlistening comprehension and oralability. Progressively greateremphasis on reading and writingskills.Credits: 3

FREN116 Elementary French IIFrequency: AContinuation of FREN 115. Further introduction tofundamental speech patterns. For students with one semester ofcollege-level French or equivalent. Stress on listeningcomprehension, oral ability,reading, and writing skills.Prerequisite(s): FREN 115 Credits: 3

FREN215 Intermediate French IFrequency: BContinues the work required forincreasing performance levels inthe four skills of reading, writing,speaking, and understanding ofthe language. Regular languagelaboratory work for furtherreinforcement and drill.Prerequisite(s): FREN 116 Credits: 3

FREN216 Intermediate French IIFrequency: BBrings student to a level ofcompetence in the languageallowing them entry into upperlevel courses. Regular integratedlanguage laboratory drills andtests. Adult reading materials,adult speaking levels.Prerequisite(s): FREN 215Credits: 3

FREN310 The Literature/Cultureof QuebecFrequency: DAn exploration of Quebec’scultural uniqueness through theliterature that has played a centralrole in defining it. The historicaland political events that haveinfluenced the development ofQuebec literature and culture willalso be examined. Review ofseparatist movement included.Credits: 3

FREN315 French MasterpiecesFrequency: BA study of the three literarygenres: fiction, theatre, and poetry. Selections are from a wide varietyof authors and time periods, fromthe Renaissance to the 20thcentury. Primary focus is stylisticbut considerable time will also bedevoted to literary movements and to French history and culture.Different types of assessment willinclude oral presentations by theindividual student and groups,papers, quizzes, discussions, andexams which will all be in French.Prerequisite(s): FREN 216Credits: 3

FREN316 French Plays andProseFrequency: BThe course introduces the studentto a number of excellent examples of French drama and other genresin poetry or prose for the purposeof becoming acquainted with thegeneral characteristics of Frenchliterature and the analysis thereof.Classwork in French.Prerequisite(s): FREN 216Credits: 3

FREN317 French ConversationFrequency: BOral-aural drills, conversationalexercises; practice inunderstanding and speakingFrench.Prerequisite(s): FREN 216Credits: 3

FREN318 French CompositionFrequency: BSyntactical patterns of French,vocabulary building, translation,and free composition. Usefultechniques of composition,problems of translation andquestions of style discussed.Prerequisite(s): FREN 216Credits: 3

FREN319 Survey of FrenchLiterature IFrequency: BHistory of principal movementsand writers, from the beginningthrough the 17th century, studiedin light of historical and socialbackgrounds. Discussion andlectures in French. Studentreports.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN320 Survey of FrenchLiterature IIFrequency: BHistory of principal movementsand writers, from the 17th centuryto the present, studied in light ofhistorical and social backgrounds. Discussion and lectures in French. Student reports.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN323 France TodayFrequency: DFrance today is a countrystruggling with the tensions ofsocial and economicmodernization. The subject matter, therefore, will be actual andcurrent in an effort to understandthe broad sweep of social,economic, political, and culturalchanges in post-war France.Credits: 3

FREN341 Le Grand SiecleFrequency: DDetailed study of 17th centuryFrench classicism, its formation,flowering. Student reports,discussions.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN351 The EnlightenmentFrequency: DMajor works of 18th centuryFrench literature; emphasis onMontesquieu, Voltaire, Diderot,Rousseau, Marivaux, andBeaumarchais. Classwork inFrench.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN361 Contemporary FrenchLiteratureFrequency: DNovel and theater since Proust.Emphasis on post-1940 trends:existentialism, the New Novel andTheatre of the Absurd.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN400 Special Topics inFrenchFrequency: DSpecial areas in French language,literature, or culture and civilization not covered by regular courses.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 1-3

FREN410 Directed StudyFrequency: DIndividual directed study of aparticular area or topic in Frenchlanguage or literature. Periodicmeetings with instructor, writing ofa substantial paper.Credits: 1-3

FREN417 Romanticism andRealismFrequency: DDetailed study of literarymovements and major writers of19th century.Prerequisite(s): FREN 315 orFREN 316Credits: 3

FREN421 Advanced FrenchPronunciation/DictionFrequency: BStudy of phonetics. Intensive drillin intonation and articulation.Prerequisite(s): FREN 215 orFREN 216Credits: 3

FREN422 Advanced FrenchConversationFrequency: DIntensive practice in spokenFrench and listeningcomprehension at an advancedlevel.Prerequisite(s): FREN 317 andFREN 421Credits: 3

FREN423 Senior SeminarFrequency: BIn-depth study of a century orgenre selected by instructor.Rotating topics. Intensive reading,major research paper or project.Prerequisite(s): FREN 319 orFREN 320Credits: 3


FREN424 StylisticsFrequency: BTo give feeling for French style,shades of meaning, and masteryof stylistic difficulties not taken upin more elementary courses. Study of classic French prose;translations and free composition.Prerequisite(s): FREN 318Credits: 3

Geosciences

GEO121 Landform GeographyFrequency: BAn introduction to the field ofgeography, with particularemphasis on the driving physicalforces and processes that shapethe earth’s surface. The impact on human activities and patterns willbe examined. A spatial approachwill be used to study the natureand character of physical spaceincluding measurements, relations, locations, and the distribution ofphenomena. The course will meet twice a week in a traditionalclassroom setting and once aweek in a laboratory setting, which will include occasional field trips to explore the local area in an effortto observe how landforms,vegetation and microclimate varyover short distances.Credits: 3

GEO140 Catastrophic WeatherFrequency: AExamines the development ofsevere and unusual weatherphenomena including floods,tornadoes, thunderstorms,hurricanes and other tropicalstorms, blizzards, and electricalstorms. The frequency andgeographic occurrence of theseevents is considered in terms ofcurrent climatic models.Credits: 1

GEO141 Age of DinosaursFrequency: AThis course centers on life in theMesozoic era of geological time,when dinosaurs rule the earth. Inaddition to discussing the differenttypes of dinosaurs and theirecological roles, the role ofclimatic and catastrophicextinction in shaping this uniquetime in geologic history isexplored. Topics also include theevolution of dinosaurs and theirrelationship to modern birds, thecontroversy over “warm-blooded”versus “cold-blooded” metabolism, and the ultimate extinction of thedinosaurs leading to the age ofmammals.Credits: 1

GEO142 Drifting ContinentsFrequency: AA review of modern ideas ofcrustal movement, the origin ofvolcanoes and earthquakes, thecontinents and their history ofbreakup, drifting and collisions tocreate mountain belts, and theocean basins and their formationby seafloor spreading. Thiscourse covers the evolution inthought of the theories ofcontinental drift and platetectonics.Credits: 1

GEO143 Evolution of LifeFrequency: AThe course is an introduction tobasic principles relating to ourpresent understanding ofbiological evolution. Evolution is amajor scientific paradigm thatunderlies both theoretical andpractical research in the lifesciences, and it has stronginterdisciplinary support fromBiology and other branches ofscience. The course explores thedevelopment of evolutionary ideasfrom early concepts up to themodern synthesis. Topics include:origin of life, geologic record andgeologic time, inheritance andDarwinian selection, patterns ofevolution, macroevolution, andmodern opposition to evolutionaryscience. Lecture format.Credits: 1

GEO145 Geology of New YorkStateFrequency: AMuch of earth history can beexplored by the study of New York State geology. This courseexplores—among otherthings—the evolution of life in vastmarine basins, the uplift of loftymountains during the AppalachianOrogeny, followed by the morerecent advance of Pleistocene icesheets that covered the state untilabout 10 thousand years ago. Students should come away with a better understanding andappreciation for the rich geological history of their home state.Credits: 1

GEO146 Great Ice AgeFrequency: AOne of a series of five-weekintroductory courses exploringtopics in the geological sciences. Any three fulfill the CCC naturalscience requirement.Credits: 1

GEO148 Trembling EarthFrequency: BA mini-course that examinesearthquakes as an example ofnatural hazards. Topics includehistory of earthquake science,quake causes, prediction, riskassessment, engineeringresponse, and response of culturesuch as artistic renderings ofquakes.Credits: 1

GEO149 VolcanoesFrequency: AThe course deals with the scienceof volcanology. Topics include the types of magmas (molten rock)and rocks that produce thedifferent kinds of volcanoes,physical and chemical controls oneruptions, and hazards andbenefits of volcanoes. Scientificstudy and the effect of volcanismon human beings are discussed in the context of major historicaleruptions.Credits: 1

GEO150 Moons and PlanetsFrequency: BHistorical and scientific treatmentof the solar system. Emphasis onthe development of astronomicalthought from ancient times to theflowering of modern concepts ofplanetary origins and evolution. Problem sets deal with analysis ofclassical and modern concepts,including mathematical solutions. High school math through Math IIIsuggested, but not required.Credits: 3

GEO152 Evolution of WesternScienceFrequency: CExamines the progression ofscientific thought in the Westernworld from Paleolithic cultures,through Mesopotamia, Greek, andEuropean civilizations. Emphasison classic works of philosophers,mystics, and scientists and theircontribution toward molding thenature and practice of modern-day science. Lecture format withformal group discussions, videos,and periodic question sets. Onemajor research paper required.Credits: 3

GEO160 OceanographyFrequency: BOrigin of the oceans, chemical and physical properties of sea water,circulation of the oceans, waves,tides, shoreline processes, marine biology, and the productivity of theocean.Credits: 3

GEO165 Geology IFrequency: AIntroduction to earth materials(minerals, rocks, soils); Earth’sinterior structure; geologicalprocesses in operation on andbeneath the surface of the earthand their effects (weathering,erosion, deformation and geologicstructures, earthquakes, platetectonics, ocean basins, runningwater, ground water, glaciers,winds and deserts, coasts andshorelines); techniques of datinggeological events. Lectures,group discussion. High schoolbackground in earth sciences notrequired. Geosciences majors and minors, including ChildhoodEducation Science/GeoscienceConcentration majors, should takeGEO 169 General Geology Lab as a corequisite.Credits: 3

GEO169 General Geology LabFrequency: ALaboratory introduction totopographic and geologic maps,and earth materials (minerals,rocks and fossils). Exercisesinclude use of these tools torecognize and interpret geologicalprocesses, history and structure.Pre- or co-requisite(s): GEO 165Credits: 1

GEO175 Thirsty PlanetFrequency: BThis course investigates ancientand modern water supplies,studies surface and undergroundwatersheds, evaluates risks towater quantity, quality anddistribution systems, reviewswater law and regulation, andreflects on the role of waterresources in war and terror, foodand transport, scenery and beauty.Credits: 3

GEO180 Weather and ClimateFrequency: BIntroduction to the transitory andlong-term physical, chemical, anddynamic states of the atmosphere, measurement of weather factors,weather forecasting, regionalclimates, climatic change, weather and climate modification, andpractical aspects and applicationsof weather and climate.Credits: 3

GEO210 Geology IIFrequency: BPhysical history of the earth inrelationship to orderlydevelopment of life throughoutgeological time. Lecture format.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165Credits: 3

GEO215 Minerals and RocksFrequency: CTheory, geological occurrence,and identification of the commonminerals and rocks. A well-writtenreport, critiqued and returned forrevision, is required. Laboratorywork includes a brief introductionto the petrographic microscope,but mostly emphasizes handspecimen identification. Two-dayfield trip to the ThousandIslands/Laurentian lowlands ofNew York State, or to Bancroft,Ontario mineral localities.Pre- or co-requisite(s): GEO 165Credits: 4

GEO301 CartographyFrequency: BComprehensive treatment of maps and map making. Includes thehistory of maps and theirconstruction from ancient times topresent, including affect on historyand politics. Also entails essentialelements of maps, theirconstruction by manual andcomputer means, and how theyare used to express information. Lecture and lab. Can be taken asGIS elective.Credits: 4


GEO311 Global ClimateFrequency: BIntroduction to short and long term physical, chemical and dynamicstates of the atmosphere,measurement of meteorologicalparameters, weather systems andforecasting. Special emphasis isplaced on regional climates,climatic change and potentialsocietal economic effects ofclimatic change.Credits: 3

GEO329 Regional Field GeologyFrequency: CParticipants are exposed to issues of regional Historical Geologyduring a seven-day field trip(Summer I). Students observe the record of multiple mountain-building episodes and basinevolution through a series ofroadcut, stream, and quarryexposures. Aspects of thegeologic record includingcross-cutting relationships,biostratigraphy andpaleoenvironmental inference areused at stops to reconstruct theregional geology puzzle. Knowledge of structural geology is recommended but is not essential. This course applies principleslearned in GEO 210, but it aLsosupplements information in GEO345, GEO 370, and GEO 400. Students attend several orientation classes during the Springsemester in preparation for thefield course. During the course,students keep notes and prepare a field diary containing informationfrom field stops. The course grade is based on the notebook turned in upon completion of the course. Offered in years when GEO 461 is not offered.Prerequisite(s): GEO 210Credits: 2

GEO330 GeomorphologyFrequency: BStudy of geomorphic processes,relating topographic features tounderlying rocks and structuresand to processes of erosion,deposition, and earth movements.Lectures and laboratorysupplemented by field work.Library research leads to a writtenterm paper.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165 andGEO 169Credits: 4

GEO331 Restless EarthFrequency: DThe course links the many timeframes and events ofgeodynamics ranging fromcontinental drift to earthquakehazards. The subject is presented from several viewpoints, includingthe history of science, spatial andtemporal distribution of hazardsand resources, and impacts onculture. Learning activities includesmall group discussions, computer manipulation of spatial data,reading from historical writings ofscholars such as Lyell and Darwin, and review of cultural impactsthrough paintings and films.Prerequisite: Any introductoryscience course.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165Credits: 3

GEO335 GeophysicsFrequency: CEmphasis on how problemsdealing with the shape, mass,structure, composition, andtectonic history of the Earth can be resolved using such methods ofgeophysics as gravity, magnetics,and seismology. Lectures,laboratory, and field work lead toseveral written papers.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165 andGEO 169Credits: 4

GEO341 Stars and GalaxiesFrequency: DAn introduction to stellarastronomy with emphasis on whatis currently known about the lifehistory of stars, the structure ofgalaxies - with emphasis on ourown Milky Way Galaxy - andnebulae, and black holes andquasars, and dark matter. Includes a historical overview ofthe study of stellar astronomy aswell as considerations of the origin and ultimate fate of the universe,and the origin of the life in theuniverse. Must have completedthe Natural Science category ofthe CCC.Credits: 3

GEO345 PaleontologyFrequency: CPrinciples of paleontology; biologic relationships of fossil organisms,particularly ancient invertebrates.Emphasizes evolutionaryprinciples and trends. Field worksupplements lecture andlaboratory.Prerequisite(s): GEO 210Credits: 4

GEO359 Vanishing EarthResourcesFrequency: CAn interdisciplinary synthesis ofperspectives on the Earth’sresources. A broad range ofresources will be discussed in thecontext of population growth, theglobal commons, resourcemanagement, sustainabledevelopment, and environmentalpolicy. The course will focus onthe measurement, analysis, andevaluation of resources such asminerals, vegetation, animals,soils and landforms, atmosphereand climate, and water.Prerequisite(s): GEO 121 or GEO165Credits: 3

GEO370 Structural GeologyFrequency: BTheoretical aspects of stress andstrain as applied to natural rocksystems; description and origin ofrock structures in Earth’s crust.Laboratory work stressesstructural interpretation of geologic maps. Field work supplementslectures and laboratory. Studentsare required to complete a paperon some aspect of structuralgeology; part of the revisionprocesses will include peer review.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165 andGEO 169Credits: 4

GEO400 StratigraphyFrequency: BPrinciples of stratigraphy withexamples of stratigraphicsuccessions from varioussedimentary basins around theworld. Course emphasizestechniques of basin analysis andmechanisms of basin formation. The writing and peer review ofabstracts are stressed in thecourse. In addition, students arerequired to submit a written reportdescribing their results of a fieldstratigraphic study of the Devonian section of western New York.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165 andGEO 169 and GEO 210Credits: 4

GEO410 Directed StudyFrequency: AIndependent study and research in areas beyond formal courses. Permission of department.Credits: 1-3

GEO411 MineralogyFrequency: CAn introduction to descriptivecrystallography and to chemical,physical, deteminative anddescriptive mineralogy. Areascovered include: crystalsymmetry, classification,morphology, crystal chemistry,physical properties, geologicoccurrence, significance, andcharacteristic properties ofminerals. Lectures and laboratorysupplemented with one field trip.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 115 andGEO 165Credits: 4

GEO421 PetrologyFrequency: CLecture emphasis on problemsand hypotheses involved with theorigin of rocks. Laboratorystresses use of the petrographicmicroscope for identification,description, and analysis of rockmaterials. A well-written researchpaper, which may includecomputer, lab, and libraryresearch, is required. Courseincludes a weekend trip to studyclassic rock terrains in theAdirondack Mountains.Prerequisite(s): GEO 411Credits: 4

GEO431 GeochemistryFrequency: CScope, literature, and history ofgeochemistry. Principles andapplications of geochemistry,including the elements; isotopegeology; thermodynamics; waterchemistry; crystal chemistry;organic geochemistry;geochemistry of sedimentary,igneous and metamorphic rocks.Lab work emphasizes instrumental methods of analysis.Prerequisite(s): GEO 411Credits: 4

GEO445 Geosciences InternshipFrequency: AApproved work-trainingexperience with state or federalagency, museum, or industrialfirm. Permission of department.Credits: 1-15

GEO450 HydrogeologyFrequency: BHydrologic problems are analyzedby organizing information into awater budget and then quantifyingthe variables in the water budgetequation. Common hydrologicvariables include precipitation,evaporation, transpiration, streamflow, infiltration and groundwater.Groundwater is emphasized.Lectures supplemented by fieldwork, lab measurements, andcomputer modeling.Prerequisite(s): GEO 165 andGEO 330 and GEO 169Credits: 4

GEO455 Laboratory Supervision in GeosciencesFrequency: AStudents serve as laboratoryassistants under supervision offaculty member. Four hours ofwork per week expected for eachhour of credit elected; may betaken more than once. Does notcount toward major requirements. Permission of the chairperson.Credits: 1


GEO459 Seminar inGeosciencesFrequency: AIndividual student presentation oftwo 20-minute seminars pertaining to the geology and geologicevolution of different provinces ofthe North American continent. Students are required to preparean abstract and bibliography oftheir presentations. Permission ofdepartment.Credits: 1

GEO461 Field GeologyFrequency: CTwo-week geologic mappingcourse immediately following endof Spring semester (Summer I). Held at Catskill, NY.Prerequisite(s): GEO 370Credits: 3

GEO471 Senior ThesisFrequency: AResearch leading to acomprehensive report reviewedand evaluated by faculty. Open toB.S. Geology majors in HonorsTrack only. Permission ofdepartment/enrollment in B.S.Geology Honors track.Credits: 3

GEO480-489 Special Topics inGeosciencesFrequency: ASpecial area of geosciences notcovered by regular courses.Credits: 1-4

German

GERM115 Elementary German IFrequency: AFor students with no previouspreparation. Study of fundamental speech patterns. Initial stress onlistening comprehension and oralability. Progressively greateremphasis on reading and writingskills.Credits: 3

GERM116 Elementary German IIFrequency: AContinuation of GERM 115. Further introduction tofundamental speech patterns ofspoken German. Increasing stress on listening comprehension, oralability, reading, and writing skills.Prerequisite(s): GERM 115 Credits: 3

GERM215 Intermediate GermanIFrequency: DContinuation of oral and auraltraining; broadens reading andlistening experience.Prerequisite(s): GERM 116 Credits: 3

GERM216 Intermediate GermanIIFrequency: DIncreases student’s ability to read,write, understand, and speakGerman through written analysisand discussion of German literaryand expository works.Prerequisite(s): GERM 215Credits: 3

GERM317 German ConversationFrequency: DConversational exercises: reports,discussions. Readings fromnewspapers and cultural textsstressing contemporary colloquialGerman. Emphasis on idioms.Prerequisite(s): GERM 215Credits: 3

GERM318 German CompositionFrequency: DPractice in writing colloquial andformal German. Emphasis onidioms; style and structure indialogue, descriptive and criticalwriting.Prerequisite(s): GERM 215Credits: 3

GERM323 Germany Since 1918Frequency: DCultural aspects of the WeimarRepublic, the Third Reich, andcontemporary Germany. Guestlecturers, readings, and films. inEnglish.Prerequisite: GERM 215Credits: 3

GERM400 Special Topics inGermanFrequency: DSpecial areas in Germanlanguage, literature, or culture and civilization not covered by regularcourses.Credits: 1-3

GERM410 Directed StudyFrequency: DIndividual directed study of aparticular area or topic in Germanlanguage or literature. Periodicmeetings with instructor, writing ofa substantial paper.Credits: 1-3

GeographicInformation Systems

GIS201 Geographic InformationSystems IFrequency: BThe essential theory, components, and applications of GeographicInformation Systems, includingdata structures, databasemanagement, spatial analysis, and automated mapping technology.The lab work will introducestudents to commercially available Geographic Information Systemssoftware.Credits: 3

GIS301 Geographic InformationSystems IIFrequency: BThe expanded theory, components and applications of GeographicInformation Systems. This coursebuilds on topics presented in GI201 Geographic InformationSystems I, and introducesstudents to additionalcommercially availableGeographic Information Systemssoftware.Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 3

GIS350 Remote Sensing/ImageProcessngFrequency: CStudy of the conditions and/orstate of remotely sensed objectsand scenes. Application to manyreal world problems includingharvest prediction, containmentmigration, forest mapping,resource delivery, andextraterrestrial exploration. Imageprocessing, pattern recognition,and geographic informationsystems (GIS).Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 3

GIS360 Mapping the SocialWorldFrequency: CRepresentation and analysis of the spatial structure of the social world using geographic informationsystems (GIS). Exploration of howsuch technology is used to exploitand commercialize the socialworld in ways that serve theinterests of those who control thetechnology and how it couldprovide opportunities to redrawboundaries and identify new social spaces.Credits: 3

GIS401 Special Topics inGeographic InformationSystemsFrequency: DIn-depth examination of GIS topics introduced in GIS 201 or GIS 301.May be taken more than once astopics vary.Prerequisite(s): GIS 301Credits: 3

GIS450 Directed StudyFrequency: AParticipation in GIS-related facultyresearch.Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 3

GIS460 Teaching AssistantFrequency: AStudents have the opportunity toassist the instructor in thelaboratory components of GIS 201 and GIS 301.Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 1-3

GIS480 Independent StudyFrequency: AIndividualized study under theclose supervision of a facultymember. Students should havespecific topics or projects in mindbefore approaching an instructor.Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 3

GIS490 InternshipFrequency: AProvides opportunities for testingconcepts and applicationspresented in the classroom.Interns have found opportunities in both the public and private sector.Prerequisite(s): GIS 201Credits: 3-6

History

HIST100 History FreshmenSeminarFrequency: BA one-credit course designed tohelp incoming freshmen -especially prospective historymajors, minors, and social studiesmajors - to succeed at SUNYFredonia. The course willintroduce first year students to theacademic, social, and citizenshipaspects of college life. Further, itwill introduce prospective Historymajors/minors and social studiesmajors to Departmental personnel, expectations, and careeropportunities in History andassociated disciplines. The course will also increase studentawareness of the specialtechniques appropriate to thesuccessful study and enjoyment of History and related disciplines. Finally, the seminar will introducethe student to the wide range ofcollege resources, functions, andextra-curricular opportunitiesavailable to the Fredonia student.Credits: 1

HIST101 World History IFrequency: ASurvey of the human experiencefrom the Neolithic Revolution tothe linking of the world (3500B.C.E. - 1500 C.E.).Credits: 3

HIST102 World History IIFrequency: ASurvey of the human experiencefrom the linking of the world to thepresent (1500 C.E. - 2000 C.E.).Credits: 3

HIST105 United States History IFrequency: ASurvey from colonial times to 1877 of political, economic, social, andcultural development of America,including examples from New York State.Credits: 3

HIST106 United States History IIFrequency: ASurvey from 1877 of political,economic, social, and culturaldevelopment of America, including examples from New York State.Credits: 3

HIST107 Themes from American HistoryFrequency: DExploration in depth of singlethemes from the history ofAmerica. Specific themes varyfrom semester to semester.Course may have co-requisite.Credits: 1-3


HIST115 Western Civilization IFrequency: AA survey of the major ideas,events, cultural trends,experiences, traditions andachievements of the West. Theclass will follow the ebb and flowof progress and failures that haveframed the Western World fromthe birth of civilization to the Ageof Exploration.Credits: 3

HIST116 Western Civilization IIFrequency: AA survey of the major ideas,events, cultural trends,experiences, traditions andachievements of the West. Theclass will follow the ebb and flowof progress and failures that haveframed the Western World fromthe rise of the nation state to thepresent day.Credits: 3

HIST118 Themes from WesternCivilizationFrequency: DExploration in depth of singlethemes from history of theWestern world and its antecedentcivilizations. Specific themes,which vary from semester tosemester.Credits: 1-3

HIST133 American CulturesFrequency: AAn overview of American historyand culture from the colonial era to the present. Not open to studentsmajoring in history, social studies,or childhood education with socialstudies concentration. Studentswho have taken or transferredHIST 105 or HIST 106 shouldNOT take this course.Credits: 3

HIST134 Western CulturesFrequency: AA topical and/or thematicexamination of selected majorideas, events, cultural trends,experiences, traditions, andachievements of the West. Theclass will examine key elements of the Western World ranging fromthe birth of Western Civilization tothe rise of the nation state and onto the present day. Not open tostudents majoring in history, social studies, or childhood educationwith social studies concentration. Students who have successfullycompleted or transferred HIST 115 or HIST 116 should NOT take thiscourse.Credits: 3

HIST135 World CulturesFrequency: AAn overview of world cultures withtopics ranging from the origin ofhumanity to the present. Not open to students majoring in history,social studies, or childhoodeducation with social studiesconcentration. Students who have taken or transferred HIST 101 orHIST 102 should NOT take thiscourse.Credits: 3

HIST201 Doing HistoryFrequency: AFormat varies depending oninstructor, but all sections includeintensive instruction in methods ofhistorical reading, research,analysis, and writing. About 20 to30 pages of required written workeach semester. History and Social Studies majors should take thecourse in the sophomore year.Sophomore standing required.Credits: 3

HIST202 Applied HistoryFrequency: DIntroduces students to appliedhistorical research. Focus varieswith semesters, e.g., creation ofhistorical documentaries; localhistory archives and research.Credits: 3

HIST203 History Through FilmsFrequency: DExamination of life, values, andbeliefs of various cultures,countries, and epochs as exhibited in films. Film images comparedwith historical writing. Course mayhave co-requisite.Credits: 1-3

HIST204 World RegionalGeographyFrequency: BInterrelationship of location,climate, landforms, and naturalresources with the history andcultural economic and politicalsystems of the world’s realms andregions.Credits: 3

HIST212 History of theHolocaustFrequency: BThe Nazi murder of six millionJews and perhaps 10 million otherpeople during World War II, for the sole purpose of eliminatingundesirable people, may be theseminal event of the 20th century.The introductory, multimediacourse surveys the Nazi programs of mass murder, explores theirhistorical roots, and examines their consequences for our world today.Credits: 3

HIST215 Holidays and American CultureFrequency: DThe course will examine theinvention, celebration, andmeanings of American holidaysfrom the colonial era to thepresent. Issues to be consideredinclude the ways in which holidays have shaped cultural values andAmerican identity and vice versa;the ways in which holidays haveboth reflected and shaped views of gender, race, class, and ethnicity;and the relationships betweenholidays and religious belief,nationalism, consumer culture and political ideology. The course willtake a multicultural andinterdisciplinary approach.Credits: 3

HIST220 Introduction toEthnicity/RaceFrequency: BInterdisciplinary approach to raceand ethnicity in the United Statesand other contemporarymultiethnic/multiracial societies.Credits: 3

HIST225 Introduction to LatinoHistory and CultureFrequency: CAn interdisciplinary approach tohistoricizing the Latino experiencein U.S. history. The courseexamines the political and culturaldynamics of Puerto Ricans,Mexicans, Cubans, andDominicans within a historicalcontext sensitive to changes andcontinuities in American history.Credits: 3

HIST261 Islamic CivilizationFrequency: CThe political, religious and socialdevelopment of the Islamic Empire from pre-Islamic to Napoleonicera.Credits: 3

HIST264 East Asian CivilizationsFrequency: BIntroduction to the history andcultures of East Asia from theNeolithic Revolution to thenineteenth century. The coursefocuses primarily on the domesticeconomic and politicaldevelopments of China and Japan, but, where appropriate, it alsoincludes aspects of the history ofCentral Asia, Korea and Southeast Asia. Similarity and diversity ofthese civilizations, culturalinterrelation and regionalinteraction, and contact with theWest, are among the topics to becovered.Credits: 3

HIST265 Premodern East AsiaFrequency: DThe development of East Asiancivilization from the NeolithicRevolution to the end of the 16thcentury, with emphasis on theclassical philosophers, the growthof states and national economies,cultural exchange, and scientificand technological achievements.Credits: 3

HIST266 Modern East AsiaFrequency: DThe history of East Asia from 1700 to the present. Covers domesticeconomic and politicaldevelopments, interaction between the cultures and nations of theregion, interaction with the West,and the revolutions of the 19th and 20th centuries.Credits: 3

HIST268 History of South AsiaFrequency: DSurvey of the subcontinent fromthe Indus civilization to the present (3000 RCE - 2000 CE).Credits: 3

HIST272 Africa to 1800Frequency: BThis course is a survey in AfricanHistory from the 9th to the 19thcenturies. Topically, it focuses onthe relationship between majoreconomic activities, includinglong-distance trade, and politicaltransformations, such as thebuilding of empires, and how theycontributed to the spread of worldreligions such as Islam andChristianity. Examples will be drawn from four major regions: NorthwestAfrica (the Maghrib and Sahil), theEast African (Swahili) coast,Southern Africa (the Zambezi basinand the Cape), and West Africa(Gulf of Guinea to the Congo).Credits: 3

HIST273 Africa Since 1880Frequency: BA survey covering African Historyfrom the imposition of colonialismto the liquidation. A comparativeand multiple-delivery approach,examining layers of the encounterbetween different Europeanpowers and Africans andaddressing questions of powerand power relations.Credits: 3

HIST282 Pre-Columbian andColonial Latin AmericaFrequency: CAn introductory survey of thehistory of early Latin America, from antiquity to the European conquest to the wars for independence inthe early 19th century. Specialattention is given to indigenousand African influences in theshaping of society and culture. Nopre-requisites.Credits: 3

HIST283 Latin America:Revolution and ReformFrequency: CAn introductory survey of thehistory of modern Latin America,from the wars for independence inthe early nineteenth century tonation-state building, reformmovements, violent revolutions,and democratization in thetwentieth century. Specialattention is given to NativeAmerican influences in theshaping of modern society. Thecontested role of the United States in Latin American domestic policyalso is considered.Credits: 3

HIST288 The Atlantic World,1500-1820Frequency: CIntroduces the concept of theAtlantic World as a focus for study. Integrating and comparing thehistories of Europe, the Americas,and Africa, the course willconsider key interpretive themes,including European explorationand expansion; imperialism andcolonialism; the emergence of anAtlantic economy; interculturalinteraction and exchange; and theestablishment of the African slavetrade and the plantation economy.Credits: 3


HIST289 Comparative NorthAmericaFrequency: CA survey of North Americanhistory that employs themethodology of comparativehistory to interpret the histories ofthe United States, Canada, andMexico within a conceptualframework sensitive to continentalsimilarities and differences. Thecourse takes a thematic approach, and special attention is given tothe political institutions andeconomic structures that havefostered transnational cooperationand continental integration. Thesocial and cultural dimensions ofdiscord and conflict also areexamined.Credits: 3

HIST299 Experimental Course in HistoryFrequency: DVaries in content from semester to semester. Consult college Course Offerings Bulletin and departmentnotices for specific subjectcovered each semester.Credits: 1-3

HIST301 Greek World: ClassicalGreeceFrequency: CEvolution of Greek society fromMinoan and Mycenaean culture toempire of Alexander the Great and his successors. Includes world ofHomer, dark ages, the tyrants,colonial period, age of Pericles,rise of Macedonia, and theHellenistic age. The legacy ofGreece.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST302 Republican/ImperialRomeFrequency: CLegends and stories of Rome’sfoundation, early republic,absorption of Italy, Punic wars,conquest of Mediterranean world,conflicts of late republic. Augustusand the empire, the Pax Romana,time of troubles, decline and fall ofthe empire. The legacy of Rome.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST303 Medieval History IFrequency: CHistory from legalization ofChristianity by Constantine toRenaissance of 12th century. Includes Germanic invasions,Charlemagne, feudalism, theCrusades, birth of Europe, andfirst clashes of church and state.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST304 Medieval History IIFrequency: CHistory from high Middle Ages toc. 1500. Includes decline offeudalism and serfdom, greatdisputes on religion and society,world of new cities and trade, thenew national spirit, and end ofmedieval unity.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST305 The RenaissanceFrequency: DGeneral study of Europeandevelopment during Renaissance.Major emphasis on social andcultural development. Slides,tapes, and films utilized.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST306 The Age ofReformationFrequency: DOrigins of Protestant and Catholicreformations will contribute to anunderstanding of the persistenceof conflict. Intellectual issues of the age presented in light of social,cultural, economic and politicalconditions.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST309 The Modernization ofEuropeFrequency: CThe major social, political,economic and cultural trends thathave laid the foundations for thecontemporary world: nationalism;scientific, technological andindustrial revolutions; modernideologies, especially Marxism;modern militarism; imperialism;revolutions of 1789, 1830, 1848,1905; modernization of society, life styles and values.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST310 World EnvironmentalHistoryFrequency: BAn introduction to the relationshipbetween the natural environmentand human development in thetwentieth century. Much of thehistory of humanity’s interactionwith the environment is one ofcatastrophes, but the course alsoinvestigates important andinstructive examples of reform,reconstruction, and co-existence.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 135Credits: 3

HIST311 Europe in the ModernWorldFrequency: CThe major transition of Europeansociety from World War I, whenEurope ruled the world, to itspresent status, newly liberatedfrom the super powers of the ColdWar, perhaps to be united as anew super power. Specialattention to international tensions,fascism, and the Nazi and Sovietexperiences.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST312 Modern GermanyFrequency: CGermany from its modernunification in 1870 to its recentreunification. Emphasis will vary:nationalism and the impact ofindustrialization, imperialism;World War I and the revolution;problems of Weimar Republic; theNazi experience, World War II,Holocaust; Cold War divisions,role in European unification andend of Cold War.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST313 Medieval Russia, 860 -1700Frequency: CAn investigation of the Russianpeople, state and culture, withemphasis on the major social,institutional and ideologicalchanges from the inception of thefirst Russian state - Kiev Russia -in the 9th century C.E., throughthe rise of Moscow, to thefounding of the Russian Empire inthe 18th century.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST115 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST314 Imperial RussiaFrequency: CThe rise of Russia from Kievantimes through the growth ofautocracy and territorial expansion under Ivan the Terrible and Peterthe Great, “Westernization,” andthe development of radicalism,populism and Marxism fromCatherine the Great through theRussian Revolution of 1917.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST315 The Formation ofFranceFrequency: DThe social, political, economic and cultural history of France from1200 to 1789. Emphasis on therise of the monarchy, religiousdissension, popular culture, theage of Louis XIV, the growth ofEnlightenment thought and theorigins of the French Revolution.Prerequisite(s): HIST 115 or HIST134Credits: 3

HIST316 Twentieth CenturyRussiaFrequency: CA political, intellectual and socialexamination of Russia in the 20thcentury. Topics include the causes of the decline of the Czaristregime, World Wars I and II, theStalin dictatorship, and the riseand fall of the Soviet Union as amilitary superpower.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST317 Modern FranceFrequency: DThe leading social, economic andpolitical events since the revolutionof 1789. The major theme is thetransformation of a rural andagrarian society in conflict with anurban nucleus of heavy industry into a modern technological communityin which the schisms of 1789 are nolonger relevant.Prerequisite(s): HIST 116 or HIST134Credits: 3

HIST321 The Dutch Republic,1500 -1800Frequency: DSurvey of the history of the DutchRepublic from the Burgundian andHabsburg periods to theNapoleonic Era, 1500-1800.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST115 or HIST 116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST322 French Revolution andNapoleonFrequency: DA major turning point in theideological, social, and constitutional evolution of the modern West.Far-reaching change during adecade of revolutionary turmoil,followed by the dazzling career ofNapoleon, who introduced the ideas and institutions of the Revolution toEurope and at the same timeprovided the substance of moderntyranny.Prerequisite(s): HIST 116 or HIST134Credits: 3

HIST323 Victorian BritainFrequency: CThe transformation of Great Britain from an agrarian country governed by landed patricians to a nationdirected by a commercialmiddle-class. The rise ofdemocracy, an industrialeconomy, an urban society, publicopinion, and a populist monarchy.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST324 History of the UkraineFrequency: CHistory of Ukrainian society,culture, politics and economicsfrom Kiev Rus (ca. 870) to theOrange Revolution (2004). Emphasis on the rise of modernnationalism since the mid-19thcentury.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116Credits: 3


HIST325 Colonial AmericaFrequency: CNorth American history fromEuropean settlement through themid-18th century. Topics willinclude exploration and earlycontact; settlement; and social,political, economic, and culturaldevelopment. Focus will be on thelives and perceptions of ordinarymen and women.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST326 Twentieth CenturyBritainFrequency: CThe course is intended to explorethe history of Britain during thetwentieth century. A range ofpolitical, social and economicdevelopments will be examined,e.g. emergence of the welfarestate, movements for politicalreform, imperial changes and theimpact of two world wars.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST327 Antebellum UnitedStates, 1820-1861Frequency: CTerritorial expansion andresistance, the rise of the factorysystem and labor unions, politicaland cultural democratization,social reform, immigration andnativism, religious revivalism,slavery, and the causes of theCivil War.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST328 Civil War EraFrequency: CThe roots of the Civil War inantebellum northern and southernsocieties, war-time military,political, and social developmentsin the North and South, theReconstruction experiment, theretreat from Reconstruction andthe legacy of the war in theimmediate post-war era and today.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST330 Industrial America,1890-1920Frequency: CThe transformation of the U.S.from a rural/agrarian to anurban/industrial society. Topicsinclude the process ofindustrialization and socialupheavals that resulted; thedevelopment of the New Southand New West; the emergence ofthe U.S. as a world power; thechallenge of ethnic/culturaldiversification; and the social andpolitical reform movements of theera.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST331 The Inter-War Years,1919-1945Frequency: DThe domestic scene in Americafrom end of World War I to end ofWorld War II, including discussionof business dominated 1920s,economic crisis and the New Dealof the 1930s, second World War,and other major trends, events,and figures.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST332 United States History:1945-PresentFrequency: BThe major cultural, economic, andpolitical developments since World War II, including the Cold War,1960s counterculture, Civil Rightsmovement, the Reagan era.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST333 African AmericanHistory to 1877Frequency: CSurvey of the historical forces,within the African Americancommunity and elsewhere, whichhave shaped the African American experience. The course exploresthe cultural, social, and politicaldevelopment of African Americans from their African origins throughReconstruction.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST334 African AmericanHistory Since 1877Frequency: CSurvey of the historical forces,within the African Americancommunity and elsewhere, whichhave shaped the African American experience. The course exploresthe cultural, social,and politicaldevelopment of African Americans from Reconstruction to thepresent.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST335 American WomenFrequency: CA survey of women’s history fromcolonial times to present withemphasis on the changing statusand definition of women’s roles,race and ethnicity, and women’swritings.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST336 African American Black Women’s HistoryFrequency: DExplores the history of women ofAfrican descent in the Americas,with a particular focus on theUnited States. Covers blackwomen’s experiences from theirAfrican origins, through the MiddlePassage, in enslavement, and infreedom. Issues addressedinclude labor, the black family,cultural expression, and racialidentity (in comparativeperspective).Prerequisite(s): HIST 333 or HIST334 or ENGL 240 or ENGL 340Credits: 3

HIST338 19th Century AmericanCultureFrequency: CExamines how social, political,and economic changes haveaffected American culture andAmericans’ lives. Topics includeconsumption patterns; recreational activities; architectural styles; highand popular culture; family life;and social and cultural rituals.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133 or AMST 202 or AMST 210Credits: 3

HIST339 20th Century AmericanCultureFrequency: CExamines how social. political,and economic changes haveaffected American culture andAmericans’ lives. Topics includeconsumption patterns; recreational activities; architectural styles; highand popular culture; family life;and social and cultural rituals.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133 or AMST 202 or AMST 210Credits: 3

HIST340 The WestwardMovementFrequency: DThe importance of the frontier andthe expanding West to thedevelopment of the U.S., itshistory, institutions, beliefs, values, and national character. The Westas myth and reality, from colonialtimes to issues confronting the20th century trans-MississippiWest.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3

HIST341 American Revolutionand RepublicFrequency: CThe roots of the AmericanRevolution, the political military,economic and socialdevelopments associated with theWar for Independence and the first decade of the Early Republic, andthe legacy of the AmericanRevolution.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST342 The American CenturyFrequency: CThe major issues in Americanforeign policy in the 20th century.The focus is on America’seconomic ascendancy and theeffect of this prominence on 20thcentury world order.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST343 Civil Rights MovementFrequency: CSeeks to expose the romanticizedmyths currently accepted ashistory among the generalpopulace and to replace thosemyths with a better understandingof the goals, participants, issuesand divisions that were a part ofthe African American struggle forfreedom in the United States.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or INDS 106Credits: 3

HIST344 African AmericanSocial ThoughtFrequency: CCritical reading of primary textsauthored by African Americansocial thinkers beginning in the19th century up to the present day. Special emphasis on placing these writings within the scholarlydebates about the paradigmatictheories of race relations-integrationism,accommodationism, andseparatism/nationalism.Prerequisite(s): HIST 333 or HIST334Credits: 3

HIST345 Asian AmericanHistoryFrequency: CThe course explores theexperiences of Asian Americansfrom the mid-19th century to thepresent. Topics will include Asiandiasporas in the United States;immigration and settlement issues; work and labor systems; racialideologies and anti-Asianmovements; gender, family andcommunity formation; AsianAmericans in American popularculture; Asian American culturalexpressions and socialorganization; and Americannationalism and debates overAmerican citizenship.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST347 U.S. ImmigrationFrequency: CImmigration to the U.S., with anemphasis on comparing theexperiences of European, African,Latin American, and Asianimmigrants. Topics will includeimmigrants’ lives, work, andcommunities; assimilation andcultural persistence; and thedevelopment of U.S. immigrationpolicy.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3


HIST349 U.S. Military HistoryFrequency: DThe development of Americanmilitary strategy and tactics. Focus on Civil War, World War I, andWorld War II.Credits: 3

HIST350 Vietnam/NationalSecurity StateFrequency: CAmerican foreign policy fromF.D.R. to Nixon and its effects onVietnam, American domesticpolicy and the growth of theNational Security State.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST351 Defining AmericaFrequency: DExamines how private citizens,writers, politicians, business, themedia and popular culture havedefined America since 1776, howthese definitions have changedover time, and the impact of race,ethnicity, gender, and class onthese definitions.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST352 Environmental Historyof North AmericaFrequency: CThe course explores theinterrelationship andinterdependencies of humandevelopment and the environment. Topics include Native Americanand colonial land use practices,capitalism and nature,industrialization, urbanenvironments, ethics, nature asleisure, and environmental politics.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3

HIST353 U.S. Consumer CultureFrequency: CExamines the historicaldevelopment of a consumerculture and its effects. Topicsinclude the roots of consumerculture; the role of the industrialrevolution; the development ofmarketing; and how consumptionaltered American life and culture in the twentieth century.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST354 History of Globalization in MexicoFrequency: DExamines the complexities andnuances of modern Mexicansociety within a historical contextsensitive to structural changes inboth the global economy andMexico’s political culture. Thecourse historicizes contemporarypolitical, social, and economicphenomena by evaluatingchanges and continuities in theMexican experience since the latenineteenth centuryCredits: 3

HIST355 American ReligiousHistoryFrequency: DAmerican religion from thePuritans to the present as set inthe larger social, economic andcultural context.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3

HIST356 American IndianHistoryFrequency: CA survey of the history of NorthAmerica from the perspective ofAmerican Indians, covering topicsfrom the period before contactthrough the present. Possibletopics may include precontacthistory and societies, thechallenges of contact andcolonization, Indian Removal, andcontinuing questions ofsovereignty and treaty rights.Prerequisite(s): HIST 105 or HIST106 or HIST 133Credits: 3

HIST357 Indians and Europeans in Early AmericaFrequency: DIntroduces the major topics andthemes in the ethnohistory of early America from the earliest contactsbetween Native Americans andEuropeans to the early 18thcentury through a comparativestudy of British, French, andSpanish interactions withindigenous peoples.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST105 or HIST 115 or HIST 133Credits: 3

HIST358 20th Century AmericanIndian IssuesFrequency: DAmerican Indian peoples in thetwentieth century. Emphasis onfederal policy development, thegrowth of political pan-Indianmovements, the Indian image inpopular culture, and current issuesraised in the writings ofcontemporary authors representing a diversity of Indian nations.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST361 Modern Middle EastFrequency: CHistory of the Modern Middle East(18th-20th century) with emphasison the social, political andeconomic repercussions of theWestern presence in the region.Prerequisite(s): HIST 261Credits: 3

HIST363 Chinese CultureThrough FilmsFrequency: DExamines Chinese culture using aselection of literary texts and films. Thematic concerns include:aesthetic form and socio-politicalcontents, gender relations, re-writing and re-presenting history, nationaland transnational identity throughwords and images. Ten or elevenscreenings each semester.Prerequisite(s): HIST 264Credits: 4

HIST366 Late Imperial ChinaFrequency: CFrom the late Ming dynasty to thefall of the Manchu Qing dynasty in1912. Covers the rise of theManchus, political and culturaldevelopments in the Qing empire,and the Western impact in the19th century.Prerequisite(s): HIST 264 or HIST102Credits: 3

HIST367 20th Century ChinaFrequency: CFrom the fall of the Manchus(1912) to the present. Coverspolitical and culturaldevelopments, includingnationalist and Communistrevolutions, the Anti-JapaneseWar, and the People’s Republicthrough the post-Mao reforms.Prerequisite(s): HIST 264 or HIST102Credits: 3

HIST368 Modern JapanFrequency: DJapanese history from thefounding of the Tokugawashogunate to the present. Coverspolitical and cultural developments during the shogunate, the MeijiRestoration, domestic political and cultural developments, andJapan’s interactions with the Westand other East Asian nations inthe 19th and 20th centuries.Prerequisite(s): HIST 264 or HIST102Credits: 3

HIST371 Russia After StalinFrequency: CA thematic approach to recentRussian history. The courseidentifies Russia’s most criticalimmediate problems and placesthem in their historical context. Major themes include: politicalstructures and practices; theeconomy; the military; domesticsecurity; international relations;minorities; culture and society.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116 or HIST 134Credits: 3

HIST372 Africa in the 19thCenturyFrequency: CThe course deals with five casestudies of political and economictransformation in the nineteenthcentury. The case studies aredrawn from three different parts ofsub-Saharan Africa: Sokoto(Nigeria) and Ashanti (Ghana) inthe West; the Zulu (Republic ofSouth Africa) and Sotho (Lesotho)in the South; and Buganda(Uganda) in the East.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST272Credits: 3

HIST375 History of AuthorityFrequency: DInterdisciplinary analysis of themethods of domination and control employed in major Westerncultures since the 17th century.Focus on 19th and 20th centuryUnited States. Prison, schooling,the market system, hegemony, the welfare state, narrative and themedia.Credits: 3

HIST376 Film and AmericanCultureFrequency: DExamines the links between filmand American culture and societyfrom the silent era to the present,with some emphasis on the GreatDepression, the post-World War IIyears, and the 1980s. Thematicconcerns include race andethnicity, sexuality and gender,class, identity, postmodernism,voyeurism, and the new age. Tenor 11 screenings each semester.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106 or HIST133Credits: 3

HIST378 Canada and theCanadiansFrequency: CContemporary Canada: history,geography, population,parliamentary government,economic structure, free trade,Quebec nationalism and theBritish legacy.Credits: 3

HIST380Pre-Columbian/Colonial MexicoFrequency: CComprehensive examination of the early history of Mexico, includingthe political, economic, social, andcultural complexities of antiquity,the violence of the Conquest, andthe structural transformations thattook place in Indian Mexico afterthe arrival of the Spanish. Specialattention is given to the culturaland political legacies of theSpanish influence in Mexico, withan eye toward assessing thedomestic and global trajectoriesthat pushed the colony to declareits independence from Spain in1810.Credits: 3

HIST381 Mexico in the ModernWorldFrequency: CComprehensive examination of the political, economic, and culturalhistory of Modern Mexico from theend of the colonial period throughthe nineteenth and twentiethcenturies, a time-line marked byforeign invasions, dictatorships,modernization, social revolutionand democratization. The coursealso evaluates the historicalprocesses that have transformedMexico into a strategic ally of theUnited States, as well as thetensions and discord that haveoften characterized the politicaland social relationship betweenthe two countries.Credits: 3


HIST385 InternationalCommunicationFrequency: DAn examination of the media in aglobal context. Attention is focused on public and privatemanagement, regulatorymandates, and programming andpublishing philosophy in the global village. Topics include culturalexchange and interaction between the media and consumers.Credits: 3

HIST386 Global StudiesFrequency: CStudy of cross-cultural encountersbased on case studies from Africa, Asia, and the Americas (e.g.Spanish and Aztecs in Mexico;Dutch and Mughals in India; British and Zulus in South Africa).Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST102Credits: 3

HIST387 Comparative SlaveSocietiesFrequency: DThe development, effects, andelimination of slavery in differentsocieties and in various eras.Includes historians’ debates onslavery and its impact.Credits: 3

HIST389 Religion in the Western TraditionFrequency: CHistorical development of threegreat monotheistic faiths: Judaism, Christianity, Islam. Comparison ofthese creeds with earlier religions.The development of monotheisticfaiths and their divergent branches and heresies into modern times.Changing religious ideals, valuesand practices over time.Prerequisite(s): HIST 101 or HIST102 or HIST 115 or HIST 116 orHIST 134Credits: 3

HIST390 Interpreting the GlobalPastFrequency: DIntroduction to recent world history scholarship, exploringinterpretations and understandings of certain topics and time periodsfrom the age of transregionalnomadic empires to the present(e.g. dependency and worldsystems analysis, the “rise of theWest” and the “decline of theEast,” “New or High” Imperialism).Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 or HIST116Credits: 3

HIST399 Experimental Course in HistoryFrequency: DVaries in content from semester to semester. Consult college Course Offerings Bulletin and departmentnotices for specific subjectcovered each semester.Credits: 1-3

HIST400 Directed StudyFrequency: AIn-depth exploration of anhistorical topic under the directionof a department member. Studentmust have instructor’s approvalbefore registering for course.Students should have specifictopics in mind before approachingan instructor.Credits: 1-3

HIST409 Topics inModern/Contemporary EuropeFrequency: DSubject matter and credit hourswill vary by semester and byinstructor.Credits: 1-3

HIST432 Topics in 20th CenturyU.S. HistoryFrequency: DSubject matter and credit hourswill vary by semester and byinstructor.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106Credits: 1-3

HIST490 Public HistoryInternshipFrequency: AStudents interested in a career inpublic history may receive creditfor an internship with an historicalsociety, museum, archive, or other public history venue. Enrollment isto be arranged with an appropriate faculty sponsor.Credits: 1-6

HIST495 Capstone SeminarFrequency: AThe capstone course focuses onthe in-depth study of an historicaltopic. Emphasis is onhistoriography, analysis ofsecondary literature and primarysources, and researchmethodology. Course is writingand speaking intensive. Formatand topic varies depending oninstructor.Prerequisite(s): HIST 201Credits: 3

HIST499 Honors ResearchSeminarFrequency: BFocus is on historiography andresearch methodology throughpreparation of a research paperbased on primary sources. Byinvitation only.Prerequisite(s): HIST 201Credits: 3

Health Education

HLTH115 First Aid Skills andKnowledgeFrequency: APrepares student, throughknowledge and skills, to meet theneeds of most emergencysituations when first aid care isrequired and medical attention isnot readily available.Personal-safety andaccident-prevention informationincorporated to acquaintindividuals with causes of manyaccidents, so that action may betaken to eliminate or minimizesuch causes. The course meetsthe New York State mandate forNYSPHSAA coaching.Credits: 3

HLTH215 Personal andCommunity HealthFrequency: BTo develop positive attitudestoward health and optimum livingand to influence formation of goodhabits affecting one’s physical,mental, and social well being.Emphasis will be on proper healthbehavior as it relates to thedisease process. Briefconsideration is given to the role of health agencies in assessingcommunity health needs andcoordinating activities to meetthese needs.Credits: 3

HLTH300 Education inDrugs/Alcohol/TobaccoFrequency: AKnowledge and methods to dealwith the problems of use of drugs,alcohol, and tobacco in elementary and secondary schools. Meetsrequirement for Education Law,Section 804, 804a, and 805.Limited to Education majors only.Credits: 1

HLTH302 Stress ManagementFrequency: AIdentifies the mechanisms thatgenerate the human stressresponse and their physical andpsychological effects on the bodyand mind. The course alsointroduces the student todeveloping personal strategies foreffective stress management.Credits: 1

HLTH303 Fitness and NutritionFrequency: AThe development of knowledgeand skills necessary to becomepersonally responsible for fitnessand nutrition. Contents will beused as a basis for assessment ofpersonal fitness and nutritionalstatus and necessary personalbehavior modification.Investigation of basic fitness andnutritional facts, energy balance,obesity, dieting, and nutrition asrelated to disease, for personalgoal setting.Credits: 2

HLTH343 Drugs and BehaviorFrequency: BThe course provides students with a basic understanding of theeffects of legal and illegal drugs on physiological and psychologicalfunctioning, and how drugsinfluence personal and socialbehavior.Credits: 3

HLTH386 Wellness and HealthPromotionFrequency: AThe course emphasizes wellnessas a positive approach to healthpromotion. The course exploresways of establishing effectivehealth strategies that affect thephysical, emotional and social self, use the mind constructively,channel stress energies positively, express emotions effectively, andenable the individual to interactwith others.Credits: 3

HLTH400 InternshipFrequency: AWork under supervision in acommunity setting. Students areexpected to complete 67 clockhours of direct service toindividuals, groups, ororganizations for each credit hourawarded. The internship willemphasize theory, knowledge and skills needed when working withand within groups andorganizations. A learning contractencompassing job requirements,learning objectives and methodswill be utilized to evaluate theintern.Credits: 1-6

HLTH499 Independent StudyFrequency: AThe study of a particular topicrelated to Health and Wellness. Periodic meetings with anappropriate instructor will bescheduled. The topic mayencompass individual research ora practical experience.Credits: 1-3

Honors

HONR201-230Frequency: BHonors Program course that willfulfill the General College Program or College Core Curriculum partidentified in the title. Content willvary from year to year dependingon the instructor.Credits: 3

HONR300 Honors ColloquiumFrequency: AA discussion course for studentsin the Honors Program. Subjectsof discussion range from currentevents to campus activities tometaphysical speculations.Credits: 1

HONR400-401 Honors ThesisFrequency: DDirected research leading to thepreparation of a thesis.Credits: 3


InterdisciplinaryStudies

INDS101 ColloquiumFrequency: DExplores the basic concepts andviews of International Studies aswell as offering an introduction toeach area of specialization.Credits: 1

INDS105 Introduction toAmerican Indian StudiesFrequency: DIntroduces students to themulti-disciplinary nature ofAmerican Indian Studies. Thecourse is divided into 3 parts witheach part emphasizing a differentset of knowledges andapproaches to the study ofAmerican Indians. The first part ofthe course will examine thehistorical relationships betweenAmerican Indians and the U.S.government. Emphasis will beplaced on changes in federalpolicies, and the importance of law in shaping American Indiangeographies. Part two of thecourse examines the politics of“Indian Country”, the environment,changing Indian demographicsand economic development. Partthree will focus upon culturalpolitics and will examine American Indian ethnic identity,representations of Indians inmovies and literature, and Indianself-expression through literatureand other expressive forms.Credits: 3

INDS106 Introduction to AfricanAmerican StudiesFrequency: BStudy of the intellectual and socialorigins of the discipline known asAfrican American Studies. Keyconcepts, themes, and theories ofthe discipline will be discussed inthe class.Credits: 3

INDS110 SUNYMEU: FreshmanFrequency: BThis course meets weekly for 50minutes, culminating inparticipation in a four-dayintercollegiate, internationalsimulation of the European Union. The simulation takes place at auniversity campus in New YorkState in odd years (springsemester) and at a Europeanuniversity in even years (winterbreak/January). Students areassigned alter egos (roles) andwork on country teams.Credits: 2

INDS111 Religion and Culture in the Time of the CrusadesFrequency: DThis course focuses specifically on interactions between Christianityand Islam during the time of theCrusades. From four disciplinaryperspectives, the class examinesboth the interdependence and theroots of conflict between the twocultures, the nature of fanaticism,and the development of Churchand State as related institutions,as they all originate from themedieval quest for true knowledge of God.Credits: 3

INDS210 SUNYMEU:SophomoreFrequency: BThis course meets weekly for 50minutes, culminating inparticipation in a four-dayintercollegiate, internationalsimulation of the European Union. The simulation takes place at auniversity campus in New YorkState in odd years (springsemester) and at a Europeanuniversity in even years (winterbreak/January). Students areassigned alter egos (roles) andwork on country teams.Credits: 2

INDS220 Introduction toEthnicity/RaceFrequency: BInterdisciplinary beginning courseon race and ethnicity in the UnitedStates and other contemporarymultiethnic/multiracial societies.Credits: 3

INDS225 Introduction to LatinoHistory and CultureFrequency: BAn interdisciplinary approach tohistoricizing the Latino experiencein U.S. history. The courseexamines the political and culturaldynamics of Puerto Ricans,Mexicans, Cubans, andDominicans within a historicalcontext sensitive to changes andcontinuities in American history.Credits: 3

INDS240 African AmericanLiterature and CultureFrequency: BAn examination of major works byAfrican American novelists, poets,dramatists, filmmakers, musicians, and essayists in terms of theintellectual and political concernsof their periods and locations.Cross-listed with ENGL 240Credits: 3

INDS241 Introduction to LatinoLiterature and CultureFrequency: BExamines literature by Latinos inthe U.S. including poems, shortstories, novels, plays, and essays, but will also consider music, massmedia representations,performance art, film and at leastone documentary in order to givestudents a better picture of thecultures of U.S. Latinos (Chicanos, Puerto Ricans, Cuban Americans,Dominican Americans, etc).Designed for students with noprevious knowledge of U.S. Latinocultures or Spanish. Not acomplete historical survey, but willintroduce students to key issuesfor understanding U.S. Latinoliterature with texts from conquestto contemporary.Credits: 3

INDS242 American IndianLiteratureFrequency: BStudy of a variety of works,including traditional tales andlyrics, tale cycles, novels, poems,and memoirs, produced by NativeAmericans from historicalbeginnings to the present.Cross-listed with ENGL 242Credits: 3

INDS285 Mock Trial IFrequency: BPreparation of case materials forparticipation in the trial competition sponsored by the American MockTrial Association. Competitionincludes both civil and criminallitigation.Credits: 0

INDS287 Mock Trial IIFrequency: BPreparation of case materials forparticipation in the trial competition sponsored by the American MockTrial Association. Competitionincludes both civil and criminallitigation.Prerequisite(s): INDS 285 or POLI285Credits: 3

INDS304 Latina Literature andCultural StudiesFrequency: BAn examination of contemporaryLatina literary productions in thecontext of representations ofLatinas in mainstream U.S.society. The focus of the course is on women of Hispanic descentliving and writing in the UnitedStates, including work by andabout Chicanas, Puerto Ricans,Dominican Americans, and Cuban Americans. Previous course workin Latina/Latino literature notrequired, but some previouscourse work related to AfricanAmerican or other ethnic literature, women’s literature/feminism,and/or film studies is stronglyrecommended.Credits: 3

INDS310 SUNYMEU: JuniorFrequency: BThis course meets weekly for 50minutes, culminating inparticipation in a four-dayintercollegiate, internationalsimulation of the European Union. The simulation takes place at auniversity campus in New YorkState in odd years (springsemester) and at a Europeanuniversity in even years (winterbreak/January). Students areassigned alter egos (roles) andwork on country teams.Credits: 2

INDS315 Italian AmericanExperienceFrequency: DThis course examines theexperience of Italians in the United States from an interdisciplinaryperspective. It explores the pushand pull factors during the peakyears of Italian emigration, theculture, society, economy, andgovernment they left behind, andthe new world they entered.Credits: 3

INDS389 Special TopicsFrequency: DTopics of special or currentinterest offered periodically andtaught from an interdisciplinaryperspective.Credits: 1-3

INDS400 Independent StudyFrequency: DIntensive individual study of someaspect of multicultural studiesinvolving a paper or project.Credits: 3

INDS401 International Studies:Senior ColloquiumFrequency: DApproved and supervised worktraining experience in a multiethnic organization. Results to becommunicated to faculty andstudents in a public forum.Credits: 1

INDS402 Independent Study:African American TopicsFrequency: BOpen only to African AmericanStudies minors. Includes selectedinterdisciplinary reading, research, discussions and reports on current issues in African AmericanStudies. Proposed independentstudy project must be described inthe student’s approved AfricanAmerican Studies proposal.Credits: 3


INDS403 Latino StudiesCapstoneFrequency: BThe capstone experience for theLatino Studies minor. Selectedinterdisciplinary reading, research, discussions, and reports oncurrent issues in Latino Studies.Credits: 3

INDS404 Native AmericanCapstoneFrequency: BThe capstone experience for theNative American Studies minor. Selected interdisciplinary reading,research, discussions, and reports on current issues in NativeAmerican Studies.Credits: 3

INDS410 SUNYMEU: SeniorFrequency: BThis course meets weekly for 50minutes, culminating inparticipation in a four-dayintercollegiate, internationalsimulation of the European Union.The simulation takes place at auniversity campus in New YorkState in odd years (springsemester) and at a Europeanuniversity in even years (winterbreak/January). Students areassigned alter egos (roles) andwork on country teams.Credits: 2

INDS480 Independent StudyFrequency: AOpen only to InterdisciplinaryStudies majors. Proposedindependent studies must bedescribed in the student’sapproved Interdisciplinary Studiesproposal.Credits: 1-6

INDS489 Special TopicsFrequency: BTopics of special or currentinterest offered periodically andtaught from an interdisciplinaryperspective.Credits: 1-3

INDS490 InternshipFrequency: AOpen only to InterdisciplinaryStudies majors. Studentsproposing internships must havean approved InterdisciplinaryStudies proposal which includesthe internship. Additionally, theymust have a faculty sponsor and a detailed plan for the internshipdescribing; (1) the duties approved by the interning agency; (2) thestudent’s method of reporting orreflecting on the internshipexperience; (3) the method ofinternship evaluation; and (4) theamount of credit to be earned.Credits: 1-15

INDS491 African AmericanStudies InternshipFrequency: DOpen only to African AmericanStudies minors. Studentsproposing internships must havean approved InterdisciplinaryStudies proposal which includesthe internship. Additionally, theymust have completed theapplication required by thecampus Office of Internships.Credits: 0-6

INDS492 American IndianStudies InternshipFrequency: DOpen only to American IndianStudies minors. Studentsproposing internships must havean approved InterdisciplinaryStudies proposal which includesthe internship. Additionally, theymust have completed theapplication required by thecampus Office of Internships.Credits: 0-6

INDS493 Latino StudiesInternshipFrequency: DOpen only to Latino Studiesminors. Students proposinginternships must have anapproved Interdisciplinary Studiesproposal which includes theinternship. Additionally, they musthave completed the applicationrequired by the campus Office ofInternships.Credits: 0-6

InternationalEducation

INED299 International - SpecialTopicsFrequency: DThis is a variable contentfaculty-led international course. Subject is based on student andfaculty interest and is arrangedthrough the Office of InternationalEducation.Credits: 1-15


INED400 Study AbroadFrequency: AOpportunities for study abroad asarranged through the Office ofInternational Education.Credits: 1-30

INED401 Summer Abroad - Aichi University, JapanFrequency: BConveniently located along theTokyo-Osaka corridor, AichiUniversity is close to Kyoto andNara, two of Japan’s most populartourist and resort areas. Thesummer language and cultureprogram is for students interestedin learning Japanese and offers aunique opportunity for intensivedaily language instruction andcultural excursions to places suchas the Toyota Motor Co., NagoyaCity and Nagoya Castle. Studentslive in residence halls with otherinternational students. Meals areself catered.Credits: 3-6

INED402 Study Abroad -American University in BulgariaFrequency: AThe American University inBulgaria is a highly selectiveprivate university that attractsstudents and faculty from allaround the world. Located in thecity of Blagoevgrad, AUBG is onehour from the capital of Sofia.AUBG offers an American styleliberal arts education taught inEnglish. Students interested inAmerican Studies, BusinessAdministration, History,International Studies, Journalismand Political Science will find thecurriculum stimulating. Fredoniastudents share double rooms withBulgarians.Credits: 15

INED403 Study Abroad -Universite du Littoral, FranceFrequency: AFounded in 1992, the Universitedu Littoral, the youngest universityin France, faces the North Seaand the English Channel in thecoastal town of Dunkerque. Theprogram has three uniquecomponents: 1) Students fluent inFrench can directly enroll inengineering, environmentalscience, history, science, and lawcourses; 2) Business majors canenroll in the spring and takebusiness and marketing courses in English; 3) Students interested inimproving their French languageskills can enroll in language andculture immersion courses duringthe summer. Housing is offcampus in self cateredapartments. This program isrecommended for independentstudents only.Credits: 3-15

INED404 Study Abroad -Northumbria University,EnglandFrequency: ANewcastle Upon Tyne, a cityknown for its vibrant cultural life, is home to Northumbria Universityand nearly 30,000 studentsstudying in 500 undergraduate and graduate programs. The verymodern campus has wirelessInternet throughout, singleresidence halls, and athleticfacilities. Instruction is deliveredvia lectures, workshops, andtutorials. The British Colloquiumcourse, a requirement for full timevisiting students, covers thehistory and culture of Britain andincludes regular culturalexcursions.Credits: 15

INED405 Study Abroad -University Autonoma BenitoJuarez, MexicoFrequency: AFounded in 1974 as the Language Center of the Benito JuarezUniversity of Oaxaca, it servesover 1,500 students and offerscourses in Spanish, French,Italian, Portuguese and Zapotec.The language courses are offeredat six levels, from beginning toadvanced, in small group settings.It has been designed to developbasic language skills and to helpuse language in real-life scenarios with a Mexican Context. Housingis with host families to furtherimmersion in the life and culture of Oaxaca.Credits: 15

INED450 International InternshipFrequency: AOpportunities for internationalinternships as arranged throughthe Office of InternationalEducation.Credits: 1-15

INED451 Study Abroad -WashingtonFrequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 1-15



International Studies

INTL101 ColloquiumFrequency: DExplores the basic concepts andviews of International Studies aswell as offering an introduction toeach area of specialization.Credits: 1

INTL302 Russia after StalinFrequency: CA thematic approach to recentRussian history. The courseidentifies Russia’s most criticalimmediate problems and placesthem in their historical context. Major themes include: politicalstructures and practices; theeconomy; the military; domesticsecurity; international relations;minorities; culture and society.Prerequisite(s): HIST 102 andHIST 116Credits: 3

INTL303 History of Globalization in MexicoFrequency: DExamines the complexities andnuances of modern Mexicansociety within a historical contextsensitive to structural changes inboth the global economy andMexico’s political culture. Thecourse historicizes contemporarypolitical, social, and economicphenomena by evaluatingchanges and continuities in theMexican experience since the latenineteenth century.Credits: 3

INTL305 Transitions in BulgariaFrequency: DThe goal of the course is to learnabout Bulgarian history, culture,politics, economics, geography,and language with an emphasis on contemporary Bulgaria and thetransition from Communism todemocracy and capitalism. It isdesigned for students with noknowledge of Slavic languages. Comparison and contrasts withother Eastern/Central Europeancountries will be made.Credits: 3

INTL400 Special TopicsFrequency: DCourse content varies based onstudent and faculty interest.Credits: 3

Italian

ITAL115 Elementary Italian IFrequency: AFor students with no previouspreparation. Study of fundamental speech patterns. Initial stress onlistening comprehension and oralability. Progressively greateremphasis on reading and writingskills. Discussion of selectedcultural aspects.Credits: 3

ITAL116 Elementary Italian IIFrequency: AContinuation of ITAL 115. Furtherintroduction to fundamentalspeech patterns. For studentswith one semester of college-levelItalian or equivalent. Stress onlistening comprehension, oralability, reading and writing skills.Discussion of selected culturalaspects.Prerequisite(s): ITAL 115Credits: 3

Journalism

JOUR270 Issues in JournalismFrequency: DThe basic course in journalismfocuses on how the print mediafunction in our society andprovides practice in writing forsuch media. Major ethical andlegal issues are introduced anddiscussed.Credits: 3

JOUR300 Special TopicsFrequency: DVariable-content course; topicannounced in Course OfferingsBulletin when offered.Credits: 3

JOUR366 Opinion in JournalismFrequency: CThe core course focuses on theissues surrounding “fact” vs.“opinion” in journalism, includingdiscussion of concepts such asobjectivity, truth, and theimportance of background, context and balance. Students will gainexperience with techniquesappropriate to presentation ofopinion and critical commentarysuch as columns, editorials,cartoons and critical reviews of the arts as well as learning how tothoughtfully critique such work.Cross-listed as ENGL 366.Prerequisite(s): (JOUR 270 orENGL 270) and MEDA 101 andCOMM 102Credits: 3

JOUR370 Reporting andNewswriting IFrequency: BThe core course emphasizes thedevelopment of reporting skills and gathering of information for newsand features through interviewsand public record research. Peerand small group editing, anddiscussion of contemporary ethical issues in journalism arefundamental to the course.Credits: 3

JOUR371 Reporting andNewswriting IIFrequency: BThis core course reviews andexpands reporting and in-depthinterviewing skills, including studyof the differences betweeninterviewing for print andbroadcast media. A focus on peerediting and critique, revision, and a continued examination of ethicaland legal questions in addition tothe changing role of print,broadcast and electronic media insociety are fundamental to thecourse.Prerequisite(s): JOUR 370Credits: 3

JOUR465 InternshipFrequency: AJournalism internships. Internswork forty hours for one credithour. Permission of journalismcoordinator required prior toregistration. Students mustcomplete the campus LearningContract in order to receive credit.Journalism minors only.Prerequisite(s): JOUR 370Credits: 1-4

JOUR470 Campus MediaPracticumFrequency: AOn-campus media practice inorder to help students build theirportfolios and gain hands-onexperience. Students enrolledmust be approved as staffwriters/members of WNYF,Fredonia Radio Systems or TheLeader and must provide a letterof recommendation from theappropriate station manager/newseditor/managing editor verifyingtheir position on the staff;additionally, students must submita portfolio of work completedduring the semester in which theyare enrolled in the course to thejournalism coordinator in order toreceive credit. Permission ofjournalism coordinator requiredprior to registration. Journalismminors only.Prerequisite(s): JOUR 366 orJOUR 370Credits: 3

JOUR471 Leader EditorsSeminarFrequency: AStudents must be assistant deskeditors, desk editors or senioreditors at The Leader during thesemester in which they areenrolled in the course. Studentsnot only fulfill all the duties of theirposition but also meet with thenewspaper’s faculty advisorseveral times during the semesterto discuss together ways toimprove the paper. Permission ofjournalism coordinator requiredprior to registration. May only betaken once for credit.Prerequisite(s): JOUR 470Credits: 3

JOUR472 WNYF News SeminarFrequency: AStudents must be fully engaged inthe management and productionof news as producers and/orassignment editors at the studenttelevision station, WNYF, duringthe semester in which they areenrolled in the course. Studentsnot only fulfill all the duties of theirposition but also meet with thestation's faculty advisor weeklyduring the semester to discusstogether ways to improve thewriting, production, and delivery ofbroadcast news. Permission of the WNYF advisor as well as thejournalism coordinator requiredprior to registration. May only betaken once for credit.Credits: 3

JOUR490 Independent StudyFrequency: AIndependent Study of issues injournalism. Periodic meetings with instructor are required; writingassignments to be determined bystudent in consultation withinstructor. Permission ofjournalism coordinator requiredprior to registration. Journalismminors only.Prerequisite(s): JOUR 366 orJOUR 370Credits: 1-3

Foreign Languages

LANG315 Transitions inBulgariaFrequency: DThe goal of the course is to learnabout Bulgarian history, culture,politics, economics, geography,and language with an emphasis on contemporary Bulgaria and thetransition from Communism todemocracy and capitalism. It isdesigned for students with noknowledge of Slavic languages. Comparison and contrasts withother Eastern/Central Europeancountries will be made.Credits: 3

LANG322 FrenchCivilization/CultureFrequency: BIntroduction to the politicaldevelopment of France and issues of community, family, gender andclass in determining Frenchnational identity. Topics includeGothic cathedrals, Joan of Arc, the chateaux of the Loire, the SunKing and Versailles, Le Louvre,the age of reason, Napoleon andthe establishment of the Republic.Credits: 3

LANG323 Germany Since 1918Frequency: DCultural aspects of the WeimarRepublic, the Third Reich, andcontemporary Germany. Guestlecturers, readings, and films in English.Credits: 3


LANG327 Sex/Magic in LatinAmerican LiteratureFrequency: D(Spanish majors will read theSpanish originals). A study of 20thcentury Spanish-American thought and culture through reading anddiscussing works of fiction andpopular song lyrics, and interviews with writers. Some of the centralissues will involve attitudes toward sex and sexual roles as well asthe peculiarly Latin Americanbrand of literature known asMagical Realism.Credits: 3

LANG371 Canadian WritersFrequency: DAn introduction to some ofCanada’s most significant writers,both anglophone andfrancophone. Although this isprimarily a literature course,considerable attention will bedevoted to Canadian history andpolitics, and to the notion of theCanadian identity.Credits: 3

LANG378 Canada TodayFrequency: BA look at the history, politics,culture, and geography of Canadaand an analysis of contemporaryissues affecting Canada and itsneighbors.Credits: 3

LANG385 German FilmFrequency: DThis course will addresscontemporary civilization inGermany in that it will examine itsartistic expression in drama andfilm. The works of major directorssuch as Fritz Lang, LeniRiefenstahl, Werner Herzog, andWim Wenders will be examined.Short examples of Fassbinder,Schlondorff and vonTrotta will beshown to contrast their work andstyle.Credits: 3

LANG388 SpanishCivilization/CultureFrequency: DA comprehensive introduction toaspects of Spanish civilization and culture: geography, history, socialcustoms, political movements,literature and art. In English.Credits: 3

LANG400 Special Topics inLanguages and LiteraturesFrequency: DSpecial areas in foreign languages and literatures not covered byregular courses.Credits: .5-3

LANG405 French WomenWritersFrequency: BAn evaluation of the contributionsof French women writers to thesocial, economic and politicalinstitutions which form the basis of Western philosophic tradition.Credits: 3

LANG406 Women in FrenchLiteratureFrequency: BAn examination of how texts about women written by Francophonemales have through historydescribed women, defined theirlives and destinies in keeping withthe needs and requirements ofthese writers.Credits: 3

LANG410 Directed StudyFrequency: DIndividual supervised study of aparticular area or topic in any ofthe department’s language orliterature offerings. Periodicmeetings with instructor; writing ofa substantial paper.Credits: 1-3

LANG415 Bulgaria Study TourFrequency: DA two-three week study/travel tourof Bulgaria. First week in Sofiaincludes lectures and visits tovarious government business andsocial organizations. Followingwould be travel to key cities andhistorical sites around Bulgaria. Possible side trip to Istanbul.Prerequisite(s): LANG 315 or INTL 305Credits: 3

Liberal Arts

LART150 Liberal Arts Freshman SeminarFrequency: BAs part of The Liberal ArtsFreshman Year Experience,entering freshmen who are stillexploring for a major are requiredto choose from an interestingvariety of topical, one-creditseminars. Taught by faculty andprofessional staff members, eachseminar enrolls no more than 20students and is graded on aSatisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis.All seminars are geared towardthe process of self-discovery andare supplemented by threeconvocation meetings with theAssociate Dean for Liberal Arts ofall undeclared first-year students.Credits: 1

LART151 Liberal Arts Freshmen Explore for MajorFrequency: BSecond-semester Liberal Artsfreshmen who have not yetchosen a major are required toattend 15 of 17 class meetingsoffered during the first-half of thespring semester. This part of TheLiberal Arts Freshman YearExperience provides students with a survey of the variety of majorofferings. Presentations are madeby faculty, chairpersons, studentsand deans from departments anddivisions across campus. Inaddition to answering anyquestions students may have,these discussions explain therequirements for each disciplineas well as the career pathsstudents have taken with thesemajors, whether or not graduateschool is indicated, whatremuneration can be expected and more. Grading is done on aSatisfactory/Unsatisfactory basisdetermined by attendance.Credits: 1

MathematicsEducation

MAED105 Introduction toContemporary EducationFrequency: AIntroduction to middle andsecondary mathematicseducation, its principles andpractices. Organization of schools, planning, teaching styles,classroom management, andinstructional materials inmathematics education are among the topics considered. Directexperiences with middle andsecondary school students are anintegral part of the course.Co-requisite(s): MAED 106Credits: 3

MAED106 ContemporaryEducation - Field ExperienceFrequency: AProvides participants anopportunity to observe classroomoperations, observe and describethe role of the teacher, conductfocused observations andinterviews, work with individualand small groups of candidates on a teaching project.Co-requisite(s): MAED 105Credits: 0

MAED207 Mathematics Tutoring in the CommunityFrequency: AThis course is designed forstudents working as Math andScience Partnership mathematicstutors in the local community. Students eligible for thework-study program or working asvolunteers, tutor in area schools or after-school programs. Thecourse examines issues such asgetting children interested inmathematics, how to explainvarious topics, working withgroups vs. individuals, and cultural differences. Problemsencountered in the tutoringexperience will be discussed. Students must apply through theMathematical SciencesDepartment.Credits: 1

MAED276 Literacy andTechnology for Science andMathematicsFrequency: AThis course provides an overviewof the processes involved inliteracy acquisition andinstructional technologiesavailable to enhance teaching inscience and mathematics. Therelationship of reading and writing, and aspects of writingdevelopment and writing processappropriate to each stage ofreading development will bepresented. Topics: conceptualand methodological issues relatedto instruction and acquisition ofreading, the role and use oftechnology in literacy instruction,assessment of candidate’s reading and writing, diversity in readingacquisition, use of computers,graphing calculators and othermultimedia applications.Credits: 3

MAED301 Mathematics forSchool Teachers IFrequency: AMeaning, development, andcommunication of number ideasand logical structure of base tennumber systems (as well as otherbases); the concepts andprocedures related to the basicalgorithms of arithmetic; problemsolving and mathematicalmodeling within the whole numbersystem and positive rationalnumber system. Course openonly to students seekingcertification to teach at the earlychildhood, childhood, or middlechildhood level. Sophomorestanding required.Credits: 3


MAED302 Mathematics forSchool Teachers IIFrequency: AMeaning, development andcommunication in the real numbersystem; problem solving andmathematical modeling within thissystem; including proportionalreasoning; algebra, statistics,probability, properties of geometric shapes and measurement in 2 and 3-dimensions. Course open onlyto students who are seekingcertification to teach at the earlychildhood, childhood or middlechildhood level.Prerequisite(s): MAED 301Credits: 3

MAED303 Mathematics forSchool Teachers IIIFrequency: AFurther development of geometryconcepts; including trianglecongruence and similarity;coordinate geometry andtransformations; advancedproblem solving using algebraicmodels, geometric models andother modeling techniques;emphasis on the frameworkprovided by the National Councilof Teachers of Mathematics forelementary/middle schoolmathematics; investigation ofconcepts teachers must know inorder to build and refinemathematical ideas andconnections in K-8.Prerequisite(s): MAED 302Credits: 3

MAED305 Diversity in theTeaching of Science andMathematicsFrequency: AThe course provides a theoreticalframework for exploring anddeveloping a culturally responsiveapproach to the teaching ofmathematics and science. Inexploring different instructionalformats, the course allowscandidates to develop approaches that prepare them for anever-increasing population ofstudents that reflect diversebackgrounds and abilities. Thefield experience is a co-requisitethat allows the candidates theopportunity to apply theirknowledge of the issues presented in the course work to a diversepopulation.Co-requisite(s): MAED 313Credits: 3

MAED310 Reading and WritingMathematicsFrequency: AThe course will use the vehicle ofproblem solving to help studentsdevelop their abilities in readingand writing mathematics. It willalso focus on how reading andwriting exercises can be used toenhance the teaching and learning of mathematics, and how readingand writing mathematics can beused to enhance the teaching ofliteracy. This course will includediscussions of readingmathematics, writing mathematics, oral presentation of mathematics,and problem solving techniques.“Communication” is one of thestandards from Principles andStandards for School Mathematics of the National Council ofTeachers of Mathematics.Students will read and discussmaterial from the NCTM and othersources related to this standard.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Credits: 3

MAED313 Diversity in theTeaching of Science andMathematics Field ExperienceFrequency: AThe course is the field componentto MAED 305. Candidates will use different instructional formats todevelop effective approaches forteaching science to students withdifferent backgrounds and abilitiesin diverse educational learningenvironments.Co-requisite(s): MAED 305Credits: 0

MAED325 Software forMathematics EducationFrequency: AIntroduction to software packagesappropriate for use bymathematics educators. Topicsselected from, but not limited to :web page design, programmingscientific word processors,spreadsheet applications,computer algebra systems, andspecialized packages such asGeometer’s Sketchpad.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121 orMATH 123Credits: 3

MAED410 Seminar:Mathematics for High SchoolTeachersFrequency: BThe course is intended for futureteachers of high schoolmathematics to help them develop a deeper knowledge of some keytopics in the high schoolcurriculum. Topics will be chosenfrom the following: Complexnumbers, functions includinglogarithmic, exponential andtrigonometric functions,curve-fitting, transformations,equations, inequalities andalgebraic expressions. Studentsmust have senior standing in theMathematics/AdolescenceEducation major.Credits: 3

MAED417 Middle School(Grades 5-9) Methods inMathematicsFrequency: BPrinciples, materials, and methods for teaching middle school (grades 5-9) mathematics. The courseserves as the primary methodscourse for students pursuing initialcertification in Middle ChildhoodEducation - MathematicsSpecialist. Departmental approvalrequired.Credits: 3

MAED419 Secondary School(Grades 7-12) Methods inMathematicsFrequency: BPrinciples, materials, and methods for teaching secondary school(grades 7-12) mathematics. Thecourse serves as the primarymethods course for studentspursuing initial certification inAdolescence Education -Mathematics. Note: must besuccessfully completed beforestudent teaching. Departmentalapproval required.Credits: 3

Mathematics

MATH100 Freshman SeminarFrequency: BThe course seeks to help students utilize campus resourceseffectively, learn useful academicskills, especially those relevant tomathematics, develop a supportnetwork, become more self-aware, promote personal health andwellness, and appreciate diversity. This course will also give someemphasis to applications ofcalculus and to the communication of mathematics.Co-requisite(s): MATH 122Credits: 1

MATH104 ElementaryMathematical ModelsFrequency: DSequences and differenceequations; models of growth,including linear, quadratic,geometric, and logistic growthmodels; linear regression; othergrowth and regression models and an introduction to chaos as timepermits. The course useselementary mathematical modelsas a vehicle for developing thestudents’ algebraic, geometric,and problem-solving abilities.Background assumed: N.Y.S.Integrated Algebra and Geometry(or Math A), or equivalent.Credits: 3

MATH105 Survey of PrecalculusFrequency: AThe course is designed to preparestudents to take Survey ofCalculus (MATH 120) andemphasizes multi-step problemsolving. Topics include algebraic,exponential and logarithmicfunctions and their graphs,transformations and combinationsof functions, a review of algebraand geometry, solving inequalitiesand systems of equations, andcomputational technology. (Thiscourse is not open to students who have completed MATH 106 with agrade of C- or better or who havecompleted a calculus course.)Background assumed: N.Y.S.Integrated Algebra and Geometry(or Math A), or equivalent.Credits: 3

MATH106 UniversityPrecalculusFrequency: AThe course is designed to preparestudents to take UniversityCalculus (MATH 122) andemphasizes multi-step problemsolving. Topics include a reviewof algebra, solving inequalities,algebraic and transcendentalfunctions, trigonometry, analyticgeometry, applications andcomputational technology. (Notopen to students who havecompleted a calculus course witha grade of C- or better.)Background assumed: N.Y.S.Algebra II and Trigonometry (orMath B), or equivalent.Credits: 3

MATH108 Mathematics for theManagement, Life, and SocialSciencesFrequency: BIntroduction to concepts inmathematics considered essentialin business, biology, and thesocial and behavioral sciences.Topics are selected from linearmodels, matrices, linearprogramming, nonlinear models,probabilistic models. Includesapplications to biology, business,economics and the mathematics of finance. Background assumed:N.Y.S. Algebra II andTrigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

MATH110 Mathematics in ActionFrequency: AEmphasizes the real-worldsignificance of mathematics andthe applications of several areas of mathematics. Some topics: design of street networks, planning andscheduling, weighted votingsystems, fair division andapportionment, measuringpopulations and the universe, andstatistics. Background assumed:N.Y.S. Algebra II andTrigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3


MATH117 Why Mathematics?Frequency: AIntroduces the liberal arts studentto the nature of mathematics andwhat mathematicians do. Anemphasis on presenting ideas and mathematical concepts rather than on attaining computational skills.Ideas from algebra, geometry,number theory, set theory andtopology are presented withemphasis on their history andrelevance to other disciplines.Background assumed: N.Y.S.Algebra II and Trigonometry (orMath B), or equivalent.Credits: 3

MATH120 Survey of Calculus IFrequency: AIntroduction to differential calculusfor functions of a single variable,with applications to the behavioral, management and social sciences.Not open to students majoring inMathematics, Physics orChemistry. Credit will not be givenfor both MATH 120 and MATH122. Prerequisite: MATH 105 orfour years of college preparatorymathematics.Credits: 3

MATH121 Survey of Calculus IIFrequency: AIntroduction to integral calculus for functions of a single variable andto the calculus of functions ofseveral variables. Included aretechniques of integration anddifferentiation, and applications ofthese techniques to thebehavioral, management andsocial sciences. Not open tostudents majoring in Mathematics,Physics or Chemistry. Credit willnot be given for both MATH 121and MATH 123.Prerequisite(s): MATH 120Credits: 3

MATH122 University Calculus IFrequency: AFunctions, inverse functions,limits, continuity, derivatives,indeterminate forms,antiderivatives; applications torectilinear motion, graphing,maxima-minima, related rates;computational technology. Creditwill not be given for both MATH120 and MATH 122. Prerequisite:MATH 106 or four years of college preparatory mathematics.Credits: 4

MATH123 University Calculus IIFrequency: ADefinite integrals, the fundamentaltheorem of calculus, techniques ofintegration, applications of thedefinite integral in the physicalsciences and geometry, improperintegrals, differential equations,sequences and series. Credit willnot be given for both MATH 121and MATH 123.Prerequisite(s): MATH 122Credits: 4

MATH124 Survey of Calculus IIIFrequency: BCalculus of the trigonometric andinverse trigonometric functions;linear approximations anddifferentials; L’Hospital’s rule;additional techniques andapplications of integration;volumes; techniques of integration; arc length; surface area; infiniteseries; key examples from thephysical sciences. Not open tostudents who have completedMATH 123 or equivalent.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121Credits: 3

MATH190 Honors ProblemSolvingFrequency: BDesigned to engage promisingmathematics students in solvingproblems related to calculus andits applications. Students arepartitioned into small groups andgiven interesting and nontrivialproblems to work on together.Students present solutions in class and are required to record theirwork in notebooks.Co-requisite(s): MATH 123Credits: 2

MATH210 Discrete MathematicsFrequency: ACareful study of the foundations of mathematics needed for study ofmathematics at the advancedundergraduate level. Topics fromlogic, set theory, elementarynumber theory, mathematicalinduction, functions, relations,basic combinatorics. Credit will not be given for both MATH 210 andCSIT 241.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121 orMATH 123Credits: 4

MATH223 University Calculus IIIFrequency: AParametric equations, polar,cylindrical, and sphericalcoordinates, vector algebra,equations of lines, planes,quadratic surfaces, vectorfunctions and space curves,calculus of functions of severalvariables including multipleintegration; applications to thephysical sciences and geometry;computational technology.Prerequisite(s): MATH 123 orMATH 124Credits: 4

MATH224 Differential EquationsFrequency: BIntroductory course with emphasis on methods of solution ofdifferential equations andapplications. Topics include: firstorder equations, higher orderlinear differential equations,undetermined coefficients,variation of parameters, systems ofdifferential equations, qualitativeand numerical analyses ofsolutions, and power seriessolutions and Laplace transformsas time permits.Prerequisite(s): MATH 123Credits: 3

MATH231 Linear AlgebraFrequency: AThorough treatment of linearalgebraic systems. Matrix algebra;determinants; vector spaces; linearindependence; basis and dimension; inner product spaces; least squaresapproximation; eigenvalues andeigenvectors; diagonalization.Selected applications to physics,economics, geometry, statistics, anddifferential equations. MATH 210recommended.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121 orMATH 123Credits: 4

MATH290 Sophomore HonorsMathematicsFrequency: BMathematics majors who excel incalculus and/or discretemathematics may be invited to join the Honors Program inMathematics. MATH 290 is thefirst course in the HonorsProgram. It looks at advancedtopics from calculus, discretemathematics, and linear algebra,with emphasis on reading andwriting mathematical proofs.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Co-requisite(s): MATH 231Credits: 3

MATH307 Math and MusicFrequency: CExplores how mathematical ideashave been used to understand and create music, and how musicalideas have influenced math andscience. Topics selected from thehistory of tuning and alternativetuning, the Music of the Spheresdoctrine, historical theories ofconsonance, contributions tomusic theory by mathematicians,mathematical analysis of sound,philosophical and cognitiveconnections between math andmusic, and math in musiccomposition and instrumentdesign. An ability to read music isrecommended. This course is notintended for math majors.Credits: 3

MATH315 Theory of EquationsFrequency: DStudy of the theory of polynomialequations. Rational, real andcomplex roots of algebraicequations, the Remainder andFactor theorems, FundamentalTheorem of Algebra, solutions ofcubic and bi-quadratic equationsand approximation of roots.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Credits: 3

MATH322 Partial DifferentialEquationsFrequency: CA first course with emphasis onboundary value problemsencountered in mathematicalphysics. Fourier series; separationof variables; D’Alembert’s solution;the heat, wave and potentialequations. Additional topics such asSturm-Liouville problems or Laplace transforms as time permits.Prerequisite(s): MATH 224Credits: 3

MATH323 Intermediate RealAnalysisFrequency: BCareful presentation of the ideasof calculus that are developedintuitively in the usualfreshman-sophomore calculuscourses. Techniques of proof inanalysis; countable sets andcardinality; the real line as acomplete ordered field; sometopology of the real line;sequences and their limits;continuous functions and theirproperties; other topics as timepermits.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 andMATH 123Credits: 3

MATH325 Numerical AnalysisFrequency: CIntroductory course in numericalmethods for digital computers.Floating point arithmetic, errors,error analysis. Roots of equations,systems of equations. Numericaldifferentiation and integration.Interpolation and least squaresapproximations.Prerequisite(s): (MATH 123 orMATH 124) and (CSIT 106 orCSIT 121)Credits: 3

MATH329 MathematicalModelingFrequency: BAn introduction to the development of mathematical models to solvevarious applied and industrialproblems. Topics will includeoptimization, Lagrange multipliers,sensitivity analysis in optimizationmodels, analysis and simulation of discrete and continuous dynamicmodels.Prerequisite(s): MATH 223 andMATH 231Credits: 3

MATH331 Abstract Algebra IFrequency: BStudy of algebraic structures, such as groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. Basic homomorphismtheorems for groups and rings arepresented.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 andMATH 231Credits: 3

MATH332 Abstract Algebra IIFrequency: CContinuation of the study ofgroups, rings, and fields, withapplications to geometricsymmetry, crystallography,switching networks, anderror-correcting codes.Prerequisite(s): MATH 331Credits: 3

MATH335 Number TheoryFrequency: CStudy of integers and theirproperties; divisibility; primes;congruencies; multiplicativefunctions; quadratic residues;quadratic reciprocity; Diophantineequations.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Credits: 3


MATH337 CombinatoricsFrequency: CThe addition, multiplication andpigeon-hole principles.Permutations and combinations,partitions and distributions; thebinomial and multinomialtheorems. Generating functions;recurrence relations; principle ofinclusion-exclusion; combinatorialalgorithms or designs as timepermits.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 andMATH 231Credits: 3

MATH341 GeometryFrequency: AStudy of Euclidean geometry fromboth a synthetic and analyticviewpoint. Axioms for geometries;transformations; triangles andother basic shapes; constructions.Some consideration given to finite, neutral, and non-Euclideangeometries. Use of software suchas Geometer’s Sketchpad.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Credits: 3

MATH359 Probability Models inOperations ResearchFrequency: CTopics chosen from stochasticprocesses; birth-death processes;queuing theory; inventory theory;reliability; decision analysis;simulation.Prerequisite(s): STAT 350 andMATH 231Credits: 3

MATH365 FinancialMathematicsFrequency: CA rigorous treatment of themathematical theory associatedwith financial transactions,including simple and compoundinterest, annuities, bonds, yieldrates, amortization schedules andsinking funds, option pricing,capital asset pricing models, andportfolio risk analysis.Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 andMATH 231 and STAT 350Credits: 3

MATH375 Deterministic Modelsin Operations ResearchFrequency: CTopics chosen from linearprogramming and applications;network analysis; game theory;dynamic, integer and nonlinearprogramming.Prerequisite(s): MATH 231Credits: 3

MATH381 History ofMathematicsFrequency: BChronological study of thedevelopment of mathematics.Emphasis on the solution ofselected mathematical problemsassociated with historical periods.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210Credits: 3

MATH390 Honors SpecialTopicsFrequency: BThe course, the second in theHonors Program in Mathematics,will focus on a topic reflecting theinterest of the instructor. Examples include combinatorial topology,nonlinear dynamic systems, graph theory, complex analysis, and thetheory of partitions.Prerequisite(s): MATH 290Credits: 2

MATH400 Independent StudyFrequency: AIndependent study of a selectedlist of readings approved by afaculty advisor. Permission ofdepartment required.Credits: 1-3

MATH405 Senior SeminarFrequency: AStudies from selected areas ofmathematics. Written reports andformal presentations will berequired. Senior standing orpermission of instructor required.Credits: 1

MATH408 Special TopicsSeminarFrequency: DSelected readings, discussions,and reports on topics inmathematics. Permission ofdepartment required.Credits: 1-3

MATH420 Advanced CalculusFrequency: BVector calculus; Jacobian matrices and their determinants;differentiation and integration ofdifferential forms and applicationsto physics; generalizations of thefundamental theorem of calculus,including Green’s theorem, thedivergence theorem, Gauss’stheorem, and Stokes’ theorem;potential theory.Prerequisite(s): MATH 231 andMATH 223Credits: 3

MATH423 Topics in AnalysisFrequency: DTopics vary, depending on theinstructor, but may includemeasure and integration, basicfunctional analysis, complexanalysis, residue theory, andspecial functions.Prerequisite(s): MATH 323Credits: 3

MATH440 Graph TheoryFrequency: DIntroduction to graph theory.Topics chosen from: connectivity,trees, eulerian and hamiltoniangraphs, matchings, factorizations,and colorings. Applications chosen from: the shortest path problem,communication networks, thetraveling salesman problem, theoptimal assignment problem, andscheduling algorithms.Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 andMATH 231Credits: 3

MATH490 Honors ThesisFrequency: BThis is the capstone course in theHonors Program in Mathematics.Each student will conductresearch under the mentorship ofa faculty member, culminating in awritten thesis and an oralpresentation.Prerequisite(s): MATH 390Credits: 3

Media Arts

MEDA120 MultimediaApplicationsFrequency: DThe course introduces students tothe core applications used increating multimedia content. Theapplications range from Microsoftapplications to the Adobe suite ofprograms for video and graphicsproduction. Alternative softwarewill also be explored as the course will attempt to remain current withmarket and industry standards forpersonal and business use.Credits: 3

MEDA152 Introduction toExperimental Video ArtFrequency: BAn introductory level studio course for students interested in workingwith time based mediums such asvideo, sound, computer animationand the web. Utilizing a number of unique image and soundprocessing tools, students willproduce projects that emphasizecreative connections betweensound, image, animation,computer music, and time. Worksby video artists are viewed anddiscussed. Projects may take avariety of forms includingvideotapes, DVDs, videoinstallation, web animations, andperformance.Prerequisite(s): ART 155Credits: 3

MEDA215 Interactive ArtFrequency: BA studio production course thatoffers the opportunity toinvestigate interactive artproduction methods with particular attention to time, narrativestructure and sound, in addition toimage-making. Emphasizes theconceptual and creative potentialof sequence and motion and therelationships between interactiveforms.Prerequisite(s): ART 155Credits: 3

MEDA250 Web Page DesignFrequency: DThe course is designed tointroduce to the student the basicprinciples of designing web pagesfor the World Wide Web. Mixingtraditional design concepts withweb-based tools, students willlearn how to code pages for theweb across platforms. Studentswill also gain practice in the use ofHTML, Java and CGI/Perlscripting.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 120Credits: 3

MEDA265 Interactivity for theWebFrequency: BA studio production course thatoffers the opportunity toinvestigate web art productionmethods with particular attentionto interactivity, navigation,sequence and audienceparticipation. Emphasizes theconceptual and creative potentialof the web and the effects ofvirtual interactivity on the user.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 215Credits: 3

MEDA301 Media Performance IFrequency: BCourse is designed to introducestudents to the elements of liveperformance within a multimediaenvironment. Elements of liveartistic performance (such asmusic, theatre, poetry, etc.) will becombined with computer-mediated elements to achieve a new style of interactive performance.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 215 andMEDA 152Credits: 3

MEDA320 Audio and DesktopMultimediaFrequency: DA course designed for studentswith a strong interest andbackground in composition,multimedia, audio and MIDI. Aproject-oriented course focusingon audio design, analysis, andintegration as it applies tomultimedia authoring, motionvideo, and web content creation.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 152 orMEDA 205Credits: 3

MEDA330 Special Topics inMedia ArtsFrequency: DSelected areas of Media Artssupplementing the regularprogram offerings.Credits: 1-3

MEDA352 Experimental VideoArtFrequency: BAn intermediate level studiocourse dedicated to working withvideo as a creative medium. Thecourse allows students to exploremethods of ‘real time’ imageprocessing and digitalcompositing, which can be used in combination to develop uniqueworks of art. The course willexplore a wide range of theoriesand traditions including, but arenot limited to: digital imageprocessing, computer editing,video installation, lighting,scripting, and a variety of otherexperimental approaches.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 152Credits: 3


MEDA355 AdvancedInteractivityFrequency: BAllows students time to expandupon the knowledge learned inInteractive Art and Interactivity forthe Web. Independent projects will be produced to solidify knowledgeof interactive art, webdevelopment and multimediaproduction.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 265Credits: 3

MEDA410 AdvancedExperimental Video ArtFrequency: BThe convergence of video andcomputer technologies hasresulted in a new generation ofvideo editing tools with anunprecedented ability to structureand restructure images and sound. The course provides students theopportunity to explore “real time”image processing and digitalcompositing, digital imageprocessing, computer editing, andvideo installation on an advancedlevel.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 352Credits: 3

MEDA440 Directed Study inMedia ArtsFrequency: ADirected work in specific areas ofMedia Arts, stressing depth ofenquiry. Student meets withdesignated faculty member on aregular basis throughout thesemester after filing an acceptable plan for the proposed project.Students may only enroll withinstructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

MEDA490 Independent StudyMedia ArtsFrequency: AIndependent work in specific areas of Media Arts, stressing depth ofinquiry and development of topic.Subject of study chosen inconsultation with Media Artsfaculty/advisor. Students may onlyenroll with instructor’s permission.Credits: 1-3

MEDA495 Capstone PracticumFrequency: BStudents work either in teams orindividually on comprehensivemultimedia projects. The projectmust employ the full range of skills and ideas reflected through thecourse of study in the major.Prerequisite(s): MEDA 410Credits: 3

MEDA499 Media Arts InternshipFrequency: AThis course is for students whowish to pursue internshipopportunities with companies inthe media production field.Students must coordinate theirinternships with the college’sInternship Office. Students mayonly enroll with instructor’spermission.Credits: 1-15

Medical Technology

MEDT490 Clinical InternshipFrequency: AA full year program of studyconducted at aN.A.A.C.L.S.-approved hospitalmedical technology program,typically one of the five programswith which Fredonia is affiliated. Students attend lectures andperform lab tests under theinstruction and supervision ofcertified lab scientists and physi-cians. Upon successfulcompletion of the internship,students receive certification as amedical technologist, are eligibleto take the board exams offered by the American Society of ClinicalPathologist and are eligible towork as medical technologists in a variety of laboratory settings.Credits: 15

MEDT491 Clinical InternshipFrequency: AA full year program of studyconducted at aN.A.A.C.L.S.-approved hospitalmedical technology program,typically one of the five programswith which Fredonia is affiliated. Students attend lectures andperform lab tests under theinstruction and supervision ofcertified lab scientists and physi-cians. Upon successfulcompletion of the internship,students receive certification as amedical technologist, are eligibleto take the board exams offered by the American Society of ClinicalPathologist and are eligible towork as medical technologists in a variety of laboratory settings.Credits: 15

Music Education

MUED128 Secondary ChamberEnsembleFrequency: AFor students who would like toachieve proficiency on aninstrument besides their majorinstrument. Students willparticipate in chamber ensembles, assigned by instructor, in whichthey will learn to coachensembles, as well as perform at a higher level on their secondaryinstrument. Elective course forany Music Education major. Demonstrated playing proficiencyon selected instrument throughNYSSMA Level II.Credits: 1

MUED150 Introduction to Public School MusicFrequency: BThe preliminary course for theFoundations of Music Educationsequence combines anintroduction to and exploration ofthe purposes and premises ofmusic education. Class sessionsseek to broaden students’perspectives of the profession and of the potential for a rewardingcareer in music education.Credits: 0

MUED161 Beginning TrumpetFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on thetrumpet designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED162 BeginnningTromboneFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on thetrombone designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED163 Beginning FrenchHornFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on theFrench horn designed to develop a playing competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED164 BeginningTuba/EuphoniumFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on thetuba/euphonium designed todevelop a playing competencesufficient to teach beginningstudents through NYSSMA LevelII. Required course for MusicEducation majors with aninstrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED171 Beginning ClarinetFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on theclarinet designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED172 Beginning FluteFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on theflute designed to develop a playing competence sufficient to teachbeginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED173 Beginning OboeFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on theoboe designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED174 Beginning BassoonFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on thebassoon designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED175 Beginning SaxophoneFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on thesaxophone designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brass orwoodwind instrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED185 Beginning Violin/ViolaFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on theviolin/viola designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another stringinstrument in its place.Credits: 1


MUED186 Beginning CelloFrequency: AGroup applied cello designed todevelop a playing competencesufficient to teach beginningstudents through NYSSMA LevelII. Required course for MusicEducation majors with aninstrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another stringinstrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED187 Beginning StringBassFrequency: AGroup applied string bassdesigned to develop a playingcompetence sufficient to teachbeginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another stringinstrument in its place.Credits: 1

MUED203 Intermediate VoiceClassFrequency: BApplied group instruction in voicefor non-voice general choral music education majors. Furtherdevelopment of student’sperforming ability, repertoire, andprinciple and technique behindhealthy singing. Emphasis on anintroduction to vocal anatomy andphysiology, application of vocaltechnique to choral warm-ups andinstruction.Prerequisite(s): MUS 113Credits: 1.5

MUED204 Advanced VoiceClassFrequency: BApplied group instruction in voicefor non-voice general choral music education majors. Emphasis onmethods of developing andbuilding singing voices. Studentfurther develops performing abilityand enlarges his/her repertoire.Introduction to InternationalPhonetic Alphabet and itsapplication to correct diction.Prerequisite(s): MUED 203Credits: 1.5

MUED210 Guitar ClassFrequency: ADesigned to enable students toaccompany themselves and tolead others in the singing of simple folk and popular songs. Includesuse of I, IV, V7 chords in the keysof G, C, D, E; simple strummingand finger picking; and single linemelodies.Credits: 1

MUED211 Guitar ClassFrequency: AContinuation of MUED 210.Includes I, IV, V7 chords in thekeys of A, F, B; secondarydominants; more advancedaccompaniment patterns.Prerequisite(s): MUED 210Credits: 1

MUED221 Percussion ClassFrequency: AGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches onpercussion designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level II. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying and teaching competencemay examine out of therequirement and substituteanother percussion course in itsplace.Credits: 2

MUED222 Advanced PercussionFrequency: AGroup applied instruction oncymbals, drum set, and fielddrums and accessories. Designed to develop a playing competencesufficient to teach advancedpercussion to public schoolstudents. Demonstrated playingproficiency on basic percussionand MUED 221.Credits: 1

MUED250 Foundations of Music Education I - CAWFrequency: AEmphasizes growth characteristics typical of public school studentsK-6 with special regard for theirability to process and respond toand with music: perceptual,psychomotor, and cognitiveabilities; affectivity; braindevelopment and function;creativity. Students are expectedto develop a knowledge basesufficient to demonstratecompetence in working effectivelywith students in music classes atthe elementary level of publicschool. Child Abuse Workshoptraining will be conducted.Co-requisite(s): MUED 255Credits: 2

MUED251 Foundations of Music Education IIFrequency: AFor Music Education students todevelop an understanding of basic principles of educationalpsychology and educationalsociology, with specific application to teaching of music toadolescents in the public schools. The course will cover theories,methods, principles and currentissues within educationalpsychology and sociology. Included will be a seminar inalcohol, tobacco and drug abuse.Co-requisite(s): MUED 256Credits: 2

MUED255 Foundations IPracticum - ElementaryFrequency: AStudents act as music teachers orteacher aides for approximately 40 contact hours. This requirementmay be completed during theJanuary recess, in May/June or by several other alternativesapproved by the chair for MusicEducation/Music Therapy. S/UGrade.Credits: 0

MUED256 Foundations IIPracticum - Middle SchoolFrequency: AStudents act as music teachers orteacher aides for approximately 40 contact hours. This requirementmay be completed during theJanuary recess, in May/June afterthe student has taken MUED 250or by several other alternativesapproved by the area chair forMusic Education/Music Therapy. S/U Grade.Credits: 0

MUED260 Brass PedagogyFrequency: ACovers instructional materials andpedagogical methods common tobeginning instruction in publicschools on brass instruments.Student must be enrolledsimultaneously in one or morebrass instrument playing classes,or should already have completedthe competency requirements fortrumpet and trombone.Credits: 1

MUED261 Advanced TrumpetFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thetrumpet designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brassinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting brass instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 1

MUED262 Advanced TromboneFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thetrombone designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brassinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting brass instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 1

MUED263 Advanced FrenchHornFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on theFrench horn designed to develop a playing competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brassinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting brass instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 1

MUED264 AdvancedTuba/EuphoniumFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thetuba/euphonium designed todevelop a playing competencesufficient to teach beginningstudents through NYSSMA LevelIV. Required course for MusicEducation majors with aninstrumental concentration.Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another brassinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting brass instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 1

MUED271 Advanced ClarinetFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on theclarinet designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another woodwindinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting woodwind instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2


MUED272 Advanced FluteFrequency: BGroup applied instrument andpedagogical approaches on theflute designed to develop a playing competence sufficient to teachbeginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another woodwindinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting woodwind instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED273 Advanced OboeFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on theoboe designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another woodwindinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting woodwind instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED274 Advanced BassoonFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thebassoon designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another woodwindinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting woodwind instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED275 Advanced SaxophoneFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thesaxophone designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another woodwindinstrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on acontrasting woodwind instrumentthrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED285 Advanced Violin/ViolaFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on theviolin or viola designed to developa playing competence sufficient toteach beginning students throughNYSSMA Level IV. Requiredcourse for Music Education majors with an instrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another advanced string instrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on cello/stringbass through NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED286 AdvancedCello/String BassFrequency: BGroup applied instruction andpedagogical approaches on thecello or string bass designed todevelop a playing competencesufficient to teach beginningstudents through NYSSMA LevelIV. Required course for MusicEducation majors with aninstrumental concentration. Students who already possessplaying competence may examineout of the requirement andsubstitute another advanced string instrument in its place. Pre-requisite: Demonstratedplaying proficiency on violin/violathrough NYSSMA Level II.Credits: 2

MUED291 Technology in Music IFrequency: AOverview of technology and itsapplication to music composition,instruction, notation, performance,theory, and music education. Fundamentals of electronic music,MIDI, and computer usage.Prerequisite(s): MUS 124Credits: 2

MUED292 Technology in MusicIIFrequency: BOverview of technology and itsapplication to music composition,instruction, notation, performance,theory, and music education. Fundamentals of electronic music,MIDI, and computer usage.Prerequisite(s): MUS 124 andMUED 291Credits: 2

MUED300 Foundations in MusicEducation IIIFrequency: AFoundations in Music Education III is the final foundations course inthe music education sequence. Itis a reading intensive course in the history of educational thought andpractices in music education in the United States from the ColonialPeriod to current times. Studentswill study the philosophical basesand historical foundations formusic education praxis. Thecourse moves chronologically from the roots of Philosophy in AncientGreece to today, but most

emphasis is placed onTwentieth-Century thought andmovements in American musiceducation. Professional Standingrequired.Credits: 3

MUED301 General Music inElementary SchoolFrequency: ASpecific competencies aredeveloped for implementinggeneral music activities andprograms in grades K through six.Intern teaching with students inelementary school classrooms.Professional Standing required.Co-requisite(s): MUED 356Credits: 2

MUED302 General Music inSecondary SchoolFrequency: ASpecific competencies aredeveloped for implementinggeneral music activities andprograms in middle school through high school. Intern teaching withstudents in middle school or highschool. Professional Standingrequired.Co-requisite(s): MUED 356Credits: 3

MUED304 Instrumental Music inElementary SchoolFrequency: ACovers various strategies andtechniques employed inelementary and middle schoollessons, small and largeensembles, various instructionalmodels, methods, and materials. Emphasis on developing newskills and strategies to plan,deliver, and assess meaningfuleducational experiences inelementary and middle schoolsettings. Intern teaching withstudents in elementary and middle school classrooms. Professionalstanding.Co-requisite(s): MUED 393Credits: 2

MUED305 Instrumental Music inSecondary SchoolFrequency: ACovers various strategies andtechniques employed in highschool lessons, small and largeensembles, various instructionalmodels, methods and materials.Emphasis on developing newskills and strategies to plan,deliver and assess meaningfuleducational experiences in a highschool setting. Intern teachingwith high school students. Professional standing.Co-requisite(s): MUED 394Credits: 2

MUED310 Guitar ClassFrequency: ADesigned to enable students toaccompany themselves and tolead others in the singing of simple folk and popular songs. Includesuse of transposition and capo,more advanced melodic patterns,and melody and accompanimentcombinations.Prerequisite(s): MUED 211Credits: 1

MUED311 Guitar ClassFrequency: AContinuation of MUED 310;includes pedagogy of guitar forindividuals in public schools,music therapy, and privateinstruction.Prerequisite(s): MUED 310Credits: 1

MUED315 Music, Play, and SelfFrequency: AA course primarily for studentswith little or no previous musicalknowledge or skill. Examines therelationships among music, playand self, especially with regard tochildren. Emphasizes activity,creativity and personal expression.Credits: 3

MUED331 Marching BandTechniquesFrequency: DTechnical and organizationalconsiderations for the publicschool marching band program.Topics include parade, field andshow marching, rehearsaltechniques, drill and show design,festivals and competitions,auxiliary and support units.Individual and class projectsinclude field-based instruction.Credits: 2

MUED355 Foundations IIIPracticum - SecondaryFrequency: AContinuation of previouspracticum. S/U Grade.Prerequisite(s): MUED 256Credits: 0

MUED356 Methods Practicum -ElectiveFrequency: AContinuation of previouspracticum. S/U Grade.Prerequisite(s): MUED 355Credits: 0

MUED391 Elementary SchoolChoral Rehearsal TechniquesFrequency: BCourse covers a conductingreview, child’s voice, musicselection, and rehearsaltechniques such as pacing,chunking, sequencing, warm-ups,and teaching the NationalStandards in a performingensemble. Taught in a laboratorysetting with students rehearsingeach other.Prerequisite(s): MUS 232 andMUS 317Credits: 3

MUED392 Secondary SchoolChoral Rehearsal TechniquesFrequency: BCourse covers auditionprocedures, score preparation,music selection, conducting,changing voices, teaching sightreading, recruitment, assessment,pop ensembles, and thedevelopment of a choralcurriculum. Taught in a laboratorysetting with students rehearsingeach other.Prerequisite(s): MUS 232 andMUS 318Credits: 3


MUED393 Elementary SchoolInstrumental RehearsalTechniquesFrequency: AImplements methods andstrategies studied in MUED 304 ina laboratory rehearsal experience. Score study, rehearsal planning,assessment, conducting, andrehearsal techniques appropriateto elementary and middle schoollevels. Professional standing.Co-requisite(s): MUED 304Credits: 2

MUED394 Secondary SchoolInstrumental RehearsalTechniquesFrequency: AImplements methods andstrategies studies in MUED 305 ina laboratory rehearsal experience. Score study, rehearsal planning,assessment, conducting, andrehearsal techniques appropriateto high school level. Professionalstanding.Co-requisite(s): MUED 305Credits: 2

MUED400 ProfessionalSemesterFrequency: AStudent teaching in selected public schools in western New YorkState under the supervision ofuniversity music education facultyand cooperating teachers. Withmusic education facultyadvisement, students typicallyseek placements that provideexperience and credentials in themusical specialties, and at thepublic school levels, in which theyexpect to seek professionalpositions.Credits: 14

MUED450-451 Directed Study inMusic EducationFrequency: AProjects related to musiceducation but not otherwise a partof regular course offerings. Requires a formal LearningContract approved by a facultysponsor and the chair for MusicEducation/Music Therapy.Credits: 1-3

MUED470-479 Special Topics inMusic EducationFrequency: DStudies of area supplementing, not replacing, regular course offerings.Credits: 1-3

MUED485 Advanced InstrumentPedagogyFrequency: AFor instrument majors to learnadvanced techniques for teachingtheir instrument. Course involvesteaching beginning instrumentclasses with guidance andinstruction from faculty.Prerequisite(s): MUS 325 andMUED 304 and MUED 393Credits: 2

Music

MUS021-048 Music EnsemblesFrequency: AAll music students participate inthe university music ensembles,the required number ofparticipations varying among theseveral music curricula.Participation in any ensemble isopen to students in otherdepartments of the university byaudition and consent of theconductor and/or Director of theSchool of Music.Credits: .5 or 1, as listed below

Music Ensembles

MUS 021 University Chorus* 1MUS 022 College Choir 1MUS 023 Chamber Singers 1MUS 024 Women’s Chorus 1MUS 025 All-College Band* 1MUS 026 Concert Band 1MUS 027 Wind Symphony 1MUS 028 Wind Ensemble 1MUS 029 Symphony Orchestra 1MUS 030 Chamber Orchestra 1MUS 031 String Chamber Ensemble .5MUS 032 Music Theatre Ensemble .5MUS 033 Opera Production Practicum .5MUS 034 Opera Workshop .5MUS 035 Piano Ensemble 1MUS 036 Woodwind Chamber Ensemble .5MUS 037 Brass Chamber Ensemble .5MUS 038 Saxophone Ensemble .5MUS 039 Flute Ensemble .5MUS 040 Brass Choir .5MUS 041 Percussion Ensemble .5MUS 042 African Drumming Ensemble .5MUS 043 Guitar Chamber Ensemble .5MUS 044 Guitar Quartet 1MUS 045 Guitar Ensemble 1MUS 046-048 Special Ensembles .5

* Ensembles that do not require anaudition and are open to non-musicmajors.

MUS100 Recital-SeminarFrequency: ARequired of all freshman musicmajors enrolled in private appliedmusic instruction or composition.Students perform or critiqueperformance or composition ofcolleagues during onerecital-seminar each week. Recital schedule rotated: one week,studio; next week, area; following,school recitals.Credits: 0

MUS101 Beginning MusicTheory IFrequency: BFor students with little or nobackground in music. Coursedeals with beginning andrudimentary aspects of musicincluding clefs, scales, chords, key signatures, melody, harmony, eartraining, and aural perception.Credits: 3

MUS102 Beginning MusicTheory IIFrequency: BFor students with little or nobackground in music. Coursedeals wih beginning andrudimentary aspects of musicincluding clefs, scales, chords, key signatures, melody, harmony, eartraining, and aural perception.Credits: 3

MUS103 Beginning Piano Classfor Non-MajorsFrequency: DA one semester beginning pianoclass for non-majors.Credits: 1

MUS104 Applied Music ClassNon-Music MajorsFrequency: DGroup instruction in voice,keyboard, and orchestralinstruments for students notmajoring in music. Previousexperience in performancemedium required. Enables student to enhance performance ability inperformance area. May involverental of instrument. Course maybe repeated for credit.Credits: 1

MUS105 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts and Bachelor ofScience degree programs. SeeMUS 125-126 for furtherinformation about therequirements of specific studios.Credits: 2

MUS106 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts and Bachelor ofScience degree programs. SeeMUS 125-126 for furtherinformation about therequirements of specific studios.Credits: 2

MUS107 Double Reed Class IFrequency: B(Required for all freshman oboeand bassoon majors.) Thebeginning fundamentals of reedmaking are covered includingformation of blank and rudimentary scraping skills.Credits: .5

MUS108 Double Reed Class IIFrequency: B(Required for all freshman oboeand bassoon majors.) Acontinuation of Class I. The course covers shaping, gouging andrefinement of scraping skills.Prerequisite(s): MUS 107Credits: .5

MUS109 Harp Class, ElementaryFrequency: AIntroductory course for beginnerson the harp. Hand position, fingerexercises, and tone production.Credits: 1

MUS110 Harp Class,IntermediateFrequency: BContinuing development of toneand technique: elementary harprepertoire.Prerequisite(s): MUS 109Credits: 1

MUS111 The Rudiments ofMusicFrequency: AA course for students who do notsuccessfully complete therudiments proficiency examrequired for entrance into MUS123. Covers the fundamentals ofscales, key signatures, intervals,triads, and rhythm.Credits: 1

MUS113 Voice ClassFrequency: AOne-semester course in basicvocal skills. Primary objective is todevelop vocal technique fordemonstration as instrumental orvocal conductor, and for choralparticipation.Credits: 1

MUS115 Music AppreciationFrequency: AIntroduction to music in Westerncivilization: materials of music(melody, harmony, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, musical structure anddesign, and musical style); various performance media. Majorcomposers of each musical epochdiscussed, musical exampleslistened to in class. Covers 19thcentury Romanticism; 18th century classicism; medieval, renaissance, and baroque music; the 20thcentury, and the American scene.Credits: 3

MUS117-118 Piano Class,ElementaryFrequency: AFor students with little or no pianobackground. Development ofbeginning technique through major and minor scales and arpeggios,chord study, harmonization,transposition, sight reading, pedalusage, and improvisation.Prerequisite(s): MUS 117Credits: 1

MUS119 Free ImprovisationFrequency: AThis course is an exploration ofthe art of music improvisation forself-expression. It is taught in asupportive, safe environment ofnon-judgment, in order to givestudents the freedom needed tocreate music spontaneously. Thevoice is considered the primaryinstrument. Drums, and otherWorld Music instruments will beprovided. Other instruments—primary, secondary, or otherwisemay be used in the class.Credits: 1


MUS120 Concert AttendanceFrequency: AAttendance at a minimum of eightapproved concerts (includingfaculty solo and ensemble recitals, Western New York ChamberOrchestra, visiting artists, andmajor student ensembles) eachsemester.Credits: 0

MUS121 Aural Skills IFrequency: ACourse deals with various aspects of ear training including melodic,harmonic, and formal perceptionas well as sightsinging skills.Credits: 2

MUS122 Aural Skills IIFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 121 dealing with various aspects of ear training including melodic, harmonic, andformal perceptions as well assightsinging skills.Prerequisite(s): MUS 121Credits: 2

MUS123 Music Theory IFrequency: ACourse deals with elements ofcounterpoint, harmony, rhythm,and phrase analysis. Pre-requisite: Satisfactorycompletion of Rudiments Exam.Credits: 3

MUS124 Music Theory IIFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 122 dealing with more advanced aspects ofharmony, melody, form, and styleanalysis.Prerequisite(s): MUS 123Credits: 3

MUS125-126 Applied MusicMajorFrequency: AWeekly hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Music in Performanceand Bachelor of Music in MusicEducation degree programs.Credits: 2

MUS127-128 Applied Music(Composition)Frequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Music-Compositiondegree program.Credits: 1

MUS131 Applied Musicianship IFrequency: AStudy of solfege and conductingas basic tools of musicianship.Credits: 1

MUS132 Applied Musicianship IIFrequency: AStudy of solfege and conductingas basic tools of musicianship.Credits: 1

MUS137-140 Diction for SingersFrequency: BA two-semester sequenceintended to give singers anunderstanding of the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet (IPA) and athorough application of IPAsymbols to the sounds of Italian,German, French, Latin andEnglish dictions. The course isdesigned for voice students in allmusic curricula, and may be takenby students from other majors aswell.Credits: .5

MUS163-164 Our World of MusicFrequency: BAn introduction to the study ofmusic at the university level, tocareers in music and to music ingeneral. Much of the courseinvolves a theoretical andmusicological survey of musicalstyle in cultures throughout theworld, creating a foundation formusical understanding in lateracademic studies.Credits: 1

MUS200 Recital SeminarFrequency: ARequired of all sophomore musicmajors enrolled in private appliedmusic instruction or composition.Students perform or critique theperformance or composition ofcolleagues during onerecital-seminar each week. Recital schedule rotated: one week,studio; the next week, area; andthe following week, school recitals.Credits: 0

MUS205 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts, Bachelor ofScience and Bachelor of Music inComposition degree programs. See MUS 225-226 for furtherinformation about therequirements of specific studios.Prerequisite(s): MUS 106Credits: 2

MUS206 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts, Bachelor ofScience and Bachelor of Music inComposition degree programs. See MUS 225-226 for furtherinformation about therequirements of specific studios.Prerequisite(s): MUS 205Credits: 2

MUS209 Harp Class, AdvancedFrequency: DAdvanced training in technique:scales, arpeggios, harmonies,pedal studies, chords, octaves,glissandi, and finger exercises invelocity.Prerequisite(s): MUS 110Credits: 1

MUS217 Piano Class,IntermediateFrequency: AIntermediate course in functionalpiano playing of major, minor,modal scales, arpeggios,harmonization using primary andsecondary chords, seventhchords, and secondary dominants; transposition, improvisation,sight reading, and repertoire.Prerequisite(s): MUS 118Credits: 1

MUS218 Piano Class,IntermediateFrequency: AContinuation of development offunctional piano skills throughtechnique studies, harmonization,part-reading, transposition,improvisation and accompanying.Piano Standards barrier exam atend of course.Prerequisite(s): MUS 217Credits: 1

MUS221 Aural Skills IIIFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 123 dealing with more advanced aspects ofear training including melodic,harmonic, and formal perceptionas well as sightsinging skills.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122Credits: 2

MUS222 Aural Skills IVFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 221 dealing with the more advanced aspects of ear training including melodic,harmonic, and formal perceptionas well as sightsinging skills.Prerequisite(s): MUS 221Credits: 2

MUS223 Music Theory IIIFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 124 dealing with more advanced aspects ofharmony, form, and style analysis.Prerequisite(s): MUS 124Credits: 3

MUS224 Music Theory IVFrequency: AA continuation of MUS 223 dealing with advanced harmony, form, and style analysis.Prerequisite(s): MUS 223Credits: 2

MUS225 Applied Music MajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 126Credits: 2

MUS226 Applied Music MajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 225Credits: 2

MUS231 Conducting IFrequency: BBasic conducting technique withspecial emphasis on score reading and improved aural skills,rehearsal planning and efficientuse of time, conducting leadershipstyle, and ability to communicateeffectively with an ensemble.Prerequisite(s): MUS 132Credits: 2

MUS232 Conducting IIFrequency: BContinuation of skills developed inMUS 231. Special emphasis oninterpretation within defensibleparameters, aural refinements inovercoming difficulties, diction(chorus)/articulation (instrumental), balance, and blend.Prerequisite(s): MUS 231Credits: 2

MUS235 Musical Theatre VoiceFrequency: AContinuation of fundamentals ofvocal technique. Emphasis uponGerman literature and literaturefrom the Broadway stage. Continued study of contemporaryvocal literature as well asintroduction to operatic andoratorio repertoire.Prerequisite(s): MUS 126Credits: 3

MUS236 Musical Theatre VoiceFrequency: AContinuation of fundamentals ofvocal technique. Emphasis upon German literature and literaturefrom the Broadway stage. Continued study of contemporaryvocal literature as well asintroduction to operatic andoratorio repertoire.Prerequisite(s): MUS 235Credits: 3

MUS237 Composition SeminarFrequency: BFirst semester: introduction to free composition concentrating oncreative musical inclinations ofindividual student. Secondsemester: continuation of first,increased attention to preparingstudent compositions forperformance.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 123 and MUS 124Credits: 2

MUS238 Composition SeminarFrequency: BFirst semester: introduction to free composition concentrating oncreative musical inclinations ofindividual student. Secondsemester: continuation of first,increased attention to preparingstudent compositions forperformance.Prerequisite(s): MUS 237Credits: 2


MUS245 Performance MajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 126Credits: 4

MUS246 Performance MajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 245Credits: 4

MUS262 American MusicFrequency: CSurvey of U.S. music, Colonialtimes to present. Such Americandevelopments studied as music offirst New England School,vernacular and black music of19th century, jazz, and mixedmedia music of 20th century.American music which parallelsand absorbs Europeandevelopments and distinctlyAmerican contributions to Western music, such as music of Ives,Gershwin, and Copland included.Credits: 3

MUS263 Music History inWestern Civilization IFrequency: BSurvey of Western art music fromthe medieval era to the classicalperiod, focusing on primarycomposers and their works, andmajor style periods. Throughreadings and listeningassignments the course willconstruct a basic historicalnarrative of music as an evolvingart form and as an integral part ofsociety.Credits: 3

MUS264 Music History inWestern Civilization IIFrequency: BSurvey of Western art music fromthe classical period to today,focusing on primary composersand their works, and major styleperiods. Through readings andlistening assignments the coursewill construct a basic historicalnarrative of music as an evolvingart form and as an integral part ofsociety.Prerequisite(s): MUS 263Credits: 3

MUS265 History of JazzFrequency: BFor majors and non-majors.History of jazz, early AfricanAmerican origins through 1970s.Survey of principal movementsand personalities in jazz andsociological and cultural influences on these movements.Credits: 3

MUS267 African AmericanMusicFrequency: BA chronological history of AfricanAmerican music from its Africanroots through American forms ofwork songs, cries, hollers,spirituals, blues, ragtime, jazz,rhythm and blues, rock and roll,soul, gospel, rap, and musicwritten by 20th century Blackcomposers.Credits: 3

MUS269 Music CriticismFrequency: BDevelopment of method andvocabulary for critiquing musicalworks and perforances. Extensive in-class listening and discussion. Reading assignments survey thehistory of music criticism andcompare reviews of variousmusical genres and the other arts. Writing assignments includereviews of concerts andrecordings. Non-music majorsshould have taken a college-levelmusic course or have significantexperience in music activities.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

MUS270 The History ofAmerican Popular Music,1900-1963Frequency: DA non-technical survey of thetwentieth century Americanpopular music genres, beginningwith ragtime and ending at thetime of the emergence of the newBritish rock. Among the subjectscovered will be vaudeville, blues,country music, the Big Band era,Broadway and Hollywood, popvocalists, rhythm and blues, earlyrock ‘n’ roll, and ethnic andregional popular music. Classeswill consist of listening anddiscussion. Written assignmentswill be based on required andsupplemental listening andrecommended readings.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100Credits: 3

MUS285 Music CopyrightFrequency: CAn exploration of copyrightpurpose, history, use andchallenges. Students will learnabout copyright ownership andregistration, and how copyright isused to manage royalties,publication, project development,and dissemination of theintellectual property through thevarious media, including theInternet.Prerequisite(s): MUS 380Credits: 3

MUS300 Recital SeminarFrequency: ARequired of all junior-level musicmajors enrolled in private appliedmusic instruction or composition.Students perform or critiqueperformance or composition ofcolleagues during onerecital-seminar each week. Recital schedule rotated: one-weekstudio, the next week area, andfollowing week school recitals.Credits: 0

MUS305 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts and Bachelor ofMusic in Composition degreeprograms. See MUS 325-326 forfurther information about therequirements of specific studios.Prerequisite(s): MUS 206Credits: 2

MUS306 Applied Music MajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for music majors inBachelor of Arts and Bachelor ofMusic in Composition degreeprograms. See MUS 325-326 forfurther information about therequirements of specific studios.Prerequisite(s): MUS 305Credits: 2

MUS315-316 Secondary Applied StudyFrequency: AWeekly one-half hour privateinstruction on an instrument otherthan a student’s principal appliedinstrument, and for which thestudent has already had theappropriate secondary appliedgroup instruction in a playingclass.Credits: 1

MUS317 Piano ClassFrequency: AMore advanced class fornon-keyboard major withemphasis on techniquedevelopment, sight reading,ensemble playing and repertoiresuch as Bach, Two-Part Invention; Chopin, Prelude in B minor, andSonatinas by Clementi, Kuhlau.Prerequisite(s): MUS 218Credits: 1

MUS318 Piano ClassFrequency: AMore advanced class withemphasis on performance of solopiano literature, accompaniment of vocal and instrumental solos andchoral accompaniments.Prerequisite(s): MUS 317Credits: 1

MUS325-326 Applied MusicMajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 226Credits: 2

MUS330 Advanced Instrumental ConductingFrequency: ADevelop proficiency in manual and aural skills with special emphasison rehearsal techniques. Studiesand practices aimed towardimproved clarity and musicality ofbasic conducting technique. Practical exploration of rehearsaltechniques with an emphasis onefficiency of solving problems ofbalance, ensemble, intonation and phrasing.Prerequisite(s): MUS 231 andMUS 232 and MUS 222 and MUS224Credits: 2

MUS333 Musics of the WorldFrequency: BNon-technical introduction toethnomusicology. Survey ofmusical styles from around theworld emphasizing how musicreflects and influences society.Credits: 3

MUS334 Music of Latin AmericaFrequency: DSurvey of the Concert Music ofLatin America from colonial timesto the present. Special emphasiswill be placed on the uniqueculture of this region and itsrelationship to the compositionalcharacteristics of its music.Students will become familiar withthe geography, history, anddistinctive elements which makeup the major regions (Rio de laPlata, Caribbean, Andean, etc.).Although there are noprerequisites, a readingknowledge of Spanish would bedesirable.Credits: 3

MUS335-336 Musical TheatreVoiceFrequency: AContinuation of the study of vocaltechniques. Possible inclusion ofthe French repertoire. Continuation of the study ofliterature of the Broadway stage,opera and oratorio.Prerequisite(s): MUS 236Credits: 3

MUS337 Composition SeminarFrequency: BOriginal work in compositionaccompanied by study andanalysis of past and contemporary musical compositions and creative concepts.Prerequisite(s): MUS 222 andMUS 223 and MUS 224Credits: 2

MUS338 Composition SeminarFrequency: BOriginal work in compositionaccompanied by study andanalysis of past and contemporary musical compositions and creative concepts.Prerequisite(s): MUS 337Credits: 2


MUS340 Piano PedagogyFrequency: CStudy of the various methods andliterature for the elementarystudent. Lectures and discussions. Observations of private and classlessons. Supervised teaching.Prerequisite(s): MUS 226Credits: 2

MUS344 Vocal PedagogyFrequency: BIntroduction to the objective studyof the art of singing. Students willdevelop a working knowledge ofthe anatomy and physiology of thevocal mechanism as it relates toposture, respiration, phonation,resonance and articulation insinging. Findings from othersciences are applied to problems of vocal development, voice disorders and vocal hygiene. Students areexpected to develop a knowledgebase in these areas sufficient todemonstrate competence inworking with voices of all ages in avoice studio setting.Credits: 3

MUS345-346 Performance MajorFrequency: ABassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 246Credits: 4

MUS347-348 Applied MusicRecitationFrequency: AStudent prepares JuniorPerformance Recital whileenrolled in MUS 347-348. Recitations scheduledconcurrently with appropriatesemesters of Applied Music (MUS345, 347, and 346, 348).Credits: 1

MUS349 Vocal PedagogyPracticumFrequency: AStudents act as voice instructorsfor approximately 15 contact hours per semester teaching studiovoice lessons. One 2 hour weeklyseminar concentrates on methodsof building voices, assessing andassigning vocal literature, buildingrecital programs, choice and useof exercises and vocalizes.Prerequisite(s): MUS 344Credits: 1

MUS350 Special Topics in Music HistoryFrequency: DA course to permit music historyinstructors to initiate specialstudies in specialized subjects.Credits: 3

MUS351 Independent StudyMusic HistoryFrequency: DAn opportunity for a student topursue a limited study undersupervision. The study will usuallyresult in a research-based termpaper.Credits: 1

MUS354 Form and AnalysisFrequency: AThe final course in the musictheory sequence for music majors; students engage critical andstylistic analysis of musicthroughout the ages and into thepresent.Prerequisite(s): MUS 223Credits: 3

MUS355-356 PerformancePracticumFrequency: AMusic Performance majors inorchestral instruments tutoringsecondary or non-major appliedmusic classes under supervisionof applied studio faculty.Credits: 0

MUS358 Governments and theAvant GardeFrequency: DInterdisciplinary course beginswith a section on arts andgovernments of former times, andin socialist countries, to provide an historical context for systemscurrent in the U.S. and Canada.Then the arts-funding institutionsof the U.S. and Canada will bestudied. The actual interactions of U.S. and Canadian governmentsand artists will be compared.Credits: 3

MUS361 Jazz ImprovisationFrequency: BA performance lab and study ofvarious theoretical foundations ofimprovised jazz. Mainstream styleis emphasized.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 124Credits: 2

MUS362 Jazz TheoryFrequency: BA study of jazz harmony: chordsymbols, melody, harmonization,chord extensions and substitutions in various jazz styles. Ear trainingin jazz style will also be included.Credits: 3

MUS371 Woodwind RepairFrequency: CIntroduction to common repairproblems, preventativemaintenance, adjustmentsnecessary to maintain goodplaying condition, and emergencyrepairs on the woodwindinstruments. Replacement of pads, springs, corks and felts.Prerequisite(s): MUED 271 andMUED 272Credits: 2

MUS372-379 Special Topics inMusicFrequency: DStudy of music areassupplementing but not replacingregular courses. Topics, credithours, and instructor determinedby school.Credits: 1-3

MUS380 The Business of MusicFrequency: CA comprehensive exploration ofthe various facets of the musicbusiness including careers inmusic, music publishing(copyrights, licensing, musicbooks, exploitation of catalogue),the record business (recording,artist management, licensing,record distribution), tourmanagement, self-employmentbusiness basics and ethics in themusic business.Credits: 3

MUS381 Survey of SongLiteratureFrequency: CA survey of representativecomposers and associated poetsfrom their origins to the present inthe English, French, and Germanlanguage art song traditions.Discussions will include divergentapproaches to style and textsetting, historical development ofthe genre and associated musicalcharacteristics. Music studiedthrough scores, recordings andstudent performances.Prerequisite(s): MUS 246Credits: 3

MUS383 French SongFrequency: DA study of selected 19th and 20thcentury French vocal literature inits literary and musical context, toacquaint singers and pianists withcomposers and poets from theviewpoint of intellectual history and literary movements.Prerequisite(s): MUS 137 andMUS 138 and MUS 139 and MUS140Credits: 2

MUS385 Music ContractsFrequency: CThe music business engagesmusicians with detailed contractsthat establish terms ofmanagement, marketing,producing, licensing, recording,distribution, and the like. Thestudent will learn about standardlanguage and the principles ofcontract negotiations.Prerequisite(s): MUS 285Credits: 3

MUS387 German SongFrequency: DA study of selected German vocalliterature in its literary and musicalcontext to acquaint singers andpianists with authors and theirbackground from the viewpoint ofintellectual history and literarymovements.Credits: 2

MUS395 Career/BusinessManagement for MusiciansFrequency: CBusiness and marketing skills forthe professional performingmusician and private studioteacher. Career and financialplanning, accounting andrecord-keeping, taxes andinsurance, contracts and booking,promotion and marketing, etc.Junior standing in Music orpermission of instructor required.Credits: 3

MUS396 Guitar PedagogyFrequency: CThe course is designed to helpstudents develop the skillsnecessary to be successful guitarteachers. The focus will be onclassical guitar methods andliterature. Topics include earlychildhood education, guitar in theclassroom, and running a privatemusic studio, technicaldevelopment, and etudes.Credits: 3

MUS400 Recital SeminarFrequency: ARequired of all senior-level Musicmajors enrolled in private appliedmusic instruction or composition.Students perform or critiqueperformance or composition ofcolleagues during onerecital-seminar each week. Recital schedule rotated: one week studio, the next week area, and followingweek, school recitals.Credits: 0

MUS401 OrchestrationFrequency: CFundamentals of scoring fororchestra with particular attentionto range, color, transposition, andtechnical possibilities of individualinstruments. Specialcharacteristics of the variouschoirs and appropriate scoring fordifferent styles of compositions.Student papers projected onscreen for class performance andevaluation.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 123 and MUS 124Credits: 3

MUS403 20th CenturyCounterpointFrequency: CA study of the art of counterpointas practiced from its beginning inwestern musical history to thepresent, concentrating on analysis of important examples and somecompositional exercises basedthereon.Prerequisite(s): MUS 222 andMUS 224Credits: 3


MUS404 Choral ArrangingFrequency: BFundamental techniques ofarranging for a cappella andaccompanied choral groups. Deals primarily with problems of publicschool-aged choral ensembles,their specific characteristics andlimitations, including ranges, voicecombinations, and suitablematerial. Includes consideration ofuse of special choral devices andtreatments.Prerequisite(s): MUS 222 andMUS 223 and MUS 224Credits: 2

MUS405-406 Applied MusicMajorFrequency: AWeekly half-hour private appliedinstruction for Music majors inBachelor of Arts in Applied Musicdegree program. See MUS425-426 for further informationabout the requirements of specificstudios.Prerequisite(s): MUS 306Credits: 2

MUS408 History and Literatureof the Wind BandFrequency: DSurvey of various influences(political, social, musical, etc.)upon the development of the Wind Band and its repertoire. Extensivelistening, analysis and discussionwith individual projects includingbibliography and discographydevelopment.Credits: 3

MUS409 History and Literatureof the GuitarFrequency: DFor majors and non-majors. Asurvey of guitar history from theyears 1487 to the present. Primaryattention will be devoted to guitarcomposers/performers and theirmusical works examined inhistorical, aesthetic and socialcontexts. These include: musicalform and genre; compositionalpractices and procedures; aspectsof the composer’s biography and/or historical events that shaped his orher attitudes; general intellectualtrends that helped to shape musical practices; and the original venuesand circumstances in which themusical works were created andheard.Credits: 3

MUS415 Piano Class forKeyboard MajorsFrequency: BIntroductory course in functionalpiano for keyboard majors.Technical study of modal scales,harmonization using primary andsecondary chords, secondarydominant chords, and seventhchords in folk, pop and beginningjazz style, transposition,part-reading, ensemble playing,playing by ear, sight reading,improvisation, transposinginstrument parts and reading clefs.Prerequisite(s): MUS 317 andMUS 318Credits: 1

MUS416 Piano Class forKeyboard MajorsFrequency: BContinuation of development offunctional piano skills ofharmonization, part-reading,transposition, sight reading, andimprovisation; playing andimprovising rags, and writing orarranging a piano duet. Pianostandards barrier exam at end ofcourse.Prerequisite(s): MUS 415Credits: 1

MUS417 Piano Class forNon-Keyboard MajorsFrequency: AMore advanced course infunctional piano with emphasis onharmonization in pop and jazzstyle. Continued work ontransposition, sight reading,playing by ear and part-reading.Music Education majors take thepiano proficiency barrier atconclusion of course.Prerequisite(s): MUS 317 andMUS 318Credits: 1

MUS418 Piano Improvisation for Non-Keyboard MajorsFrequency: AEmphasis on harmonization oflead sheets with jazz voicings,chord substitution, creativeharmonization, tri-tonesubstitution; improvisation of 12bar blues and boogie.Prerequisite(s): MUS 317 andMUS 318Credits: 1

MUS420 Piano LiteratureFrequency: CSurvey of representative pianoliterature for performance andteaching. Analysis of principalworks of Bach, Haydn, Mozart,Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms,Schumann, Liszt, and theimpressionistic and moderncomposers. Emphasis onstructural and stylisticconsiderations.Prerequisite(s): MUS 221 andMUS 222 and MUS 223Credits: 3

MUS424 The History of OperaFrequency: DTechnical study of operaemphasizing its musical anddramatic development, relating itto social, cultural, and intellectualforces influencing it.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 123 and MUS 124Credits: 3

MUS425-426 Applied MusicMajorFrequency: APreparation for senior recital. Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 326Credits: 2

MUS433 Romanticism andMusicFrequency: DInvestigation of aesthetic andphilosophical concepts ofRomanticism in art, literature, andphilosophy; search for thoseconceptual characteristics inhistory of musical style.Credits: 3

MUS435-436 Musical TheatreVoiceFrequency: APreparation of the B.F.A. inMusical Theatre recital whichincludes dance technique, actingtechnique and the culmination ofthe three previous years of vocalstudy.Prerequisite(s): MUS 336Credits: 3

MUS437 Composition SeminarFrequency: BFree composition in seminar andsemi-private consultations.Prerequisite(s): MUS 338Credits: 2

MUS438 Composition SeminarFrequency: BFree composition in seminar andsemi-private consultations.Prerequisite(s): MUS 437Credits: 2

MUS439 Composition SeminarFrequency: AContinuation of free compositionwith detailed study of 20th centurycompositional techniques.Credits: 3

MUS440 Composition forElectronic Media IFrequency: BBasic compositional and technicalskills necessary for realization ofelectronic music. Emphasis onproper recording, editing, mixing,and synthesis techniques as theyrelate to the composer. Analogsynthesis is stressed. Anintroduction to digital synthesis(MIDI, FM, computer-assistedcomposition) also included. Briefhistorical survey of mediumpresented.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 123 and MUS 124Credits: 3

MUS441 Composition forElectronic Media IIFrequency: BElectronic music composed andrealized using a variety ofcomputer-related techniques.Covers digital recording andsynthesis using MIDI and otherdigital audio hardware/software.Emphasis on MIDI and audiosequencing. Related topicsinclude electronic orchestration,computer assisted software andalgorithms, and literature.Prerequisite(s): MUS 122 andMUS 123 and MUS 124 and MUS440Credits: 3

MUS442 Seminar in ComputerMusicFrequency: BA seminar focused on thedevelopment and practice ofcomposing music usingalgorithms, represented by toolssuch as Max/MSP, CSound,SuperCollider, SymbolicComposer, and Jitter. Theseapplications are comparativelylower-level softwares that requirethe writing of algorithms thatcontrol data (creation and flow)and digital signal processing inorder to create musical structures. This is NOT a course dealing withcommercial software such assequencers, samplers, or editors.Prerequisite(s): MUS 440 or MUS441Credits: 3

MUS443 Seminar in New MusicSoftwareFrequency: BA seminar focusing on the latestdevelopments in compositionaland performance software tools. Applications considered couldinclude (but not limited to):Reason, Metasynth, Artmatic,Arkaos Visualizer, Re Cycle,Garageband, Reaktor, andKontakt. Emphasis will be placedon the musical uses andmetaphors for each tool and willbe demonstrated throughresearch, presentations andcreative projects.Prerequisite(s): MUS 440 or MUS441Credits: 3

MUS445-446 Performance MajorFrequency: APreparation for senior recital. Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Euphonium,Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe,Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola,Violin, Voice.Prerequisite(s): MUS 346Credits: 4

MUS447-448 Applied MusicRecitationFrequency: AStudent prepares SeniorPerformance Recital whileenrolled in MUS 447-448. Recitations scheduledconcurrently with appropriatesemesters of Applied Music (445,447; and 446, 448).Credits: 1

MUS450 Directed StudiesFrequency: ADirected Studies in music. Designed exclusively forChildhood Education majors with a concentration in music. Includesvoice proficiency, vocal instruction, observation of elementary musicclassrooms, and conducting.Credits: 2


MUS451 Directed StudiesFrequency: ADirected Studies in music. Designed exclusively forChildhood Education majors with a concentration in music. Includesvoice proficiency, vocal instruction, observation of elementary musicclassrooms, and conducting.Credits: 2

MUS453 The Baroque Period inMusicFrequency: DDetailed study of styles, trends,and developments in music, 17thand 18th centuries throughpreclassic era. Music studiedthrough scores, recordings, andperformance. Review of importanthistorical and theoreticaldevelopments.Credits: 3

MUS454 The Classical Period inMusicFrequency: DStudy of styles, trends, anddevelopments in music inClassical period (ca. 1740-1820).Study of music of Haydn, Mozart,and other composers included.Music studied through scores,recordings, and performance.Historical and theoreticaldevelopments.Credits: 3

MUS455 The Romantic Period in MusicFrequency: DMusic composers, and theorists of19th and 20th centuries, from after Beethoven through impressionists. Emphasis on developments in themusic through study of scores and performance. Parallels betweenmusical romanticism andromanticism in other arts.Credits: 3

MUS456 The Modern Period inMusicFrequency: DDetailed historical study of 20thcentury composers, musicaltrends, and developments. Varietyof contemporary styles,experimentation, and performance practice in recent musicemphasized. Recorded examples.Credits: 3

MUS457 Seminar in PopularMusicFrequency: DThe seminar examines the ways in which contemporary popularmusic both reflects and influencescontemporary society. A briefhistory of American popular musicand its styles will be followed bydiscussions based on topics suchas cover tunes, music videos,cross-over artists, and the musicbusiness. Junior standingrequired.Credits: 3

MUS458 Cult ofElizabeth/Patronage in ArtsFrequency: DFor upper-level non-music majors.Course deals with understandingof the purposes of the Cult ofElizabeth in Renaissance England and to assess its effect on musicand other arts of the age. With theElizabethan patronage model as afoundation for understanding therelationships betweengovernments and the arts, thepresent system of support for thearts will be assessed, debated and critiqued.Credits: 3

MUS460-461 Independent StudyFrequency: AMaximum of 6 credit hours ofindependent study in music ormusic education exclusive ofapplied music. Projects selectedfrom subject areas not available inregularly scheduled courseofferings. Well in advance ofregistration for either regular orsummer session, student mustcomplete independent studyrequest form (in triplicate)available in the School of Musicoffice.Credits: 1-3

MUS465 Music BusinessInternshipFrequency: AThis course provides credit forprofessional experiences in themusic business for music business majors. Enrollment is to bearranged with an appropriateinstructor.Credits: 1-15

MUS470-471 Special TopicsWorkshopFrequency: DUsually summer or othershort-term workshops/institutesdealing with specific musicliterature, topics, problems, orteaching approaches andtechniques.Credits: 1-6

MUS476 Audio and DesktopMultimediaFrequency: BCourse designed for Media ArtsSound Production Majors andother students with a stronginterest and background incomposition, multimedia, audioand MIDI. A project-orientedcourse which focuses on audiodesign, analysis, and integrationas it applies to multimediaauthoring, motion video, and webcontent creation.Prerequisite(s): MUED 291Credits: 3

MUS485 Multimedia forMusiciansFrequency: BA course designed for musiciansand music educators focusing onthe preparation and integration ofvarious elements (text, graphics,video, music) with the goal ofproducing interactive orself-running computer-basedpresentations. Related topicsinclude; design and contentissues, music and authoringsoftware, media preparation andcreation, and final delivery.Prerequisite(s): MUED 291Credits: 3

MUS491 Senior Project inCompositionFrequency: AAn original compositionrepresenting the most mature work of the apprentice composer.Students with inclinations towardgraduate work in music theory willalso supply a complete writtenanalysis of the final composition.The scope and content of all finalprojects are subject to theapproval of the area chairperson.Credits: 3

Music Therapy

MUTY115 Introduction to MusicTherapyFrequency: BA basic orientation and generalintroduction to music therapy as acreative arts discipline. Lectures,classroom discussion, films andclassroom demonstrations areused to introduce students to thetarget populations/disabilities.Credits: 2

MUTY240 Music for Childrenwith DisabilitiesFrequency: BA basic introduction to the childwith disabilities, state and federalguidelines applicable to music inspecial education and how musiccan be used as a teachingmethod. Lecture, discussion, class demonstration.Credits: 2

MUTY270 Social InstrumentsFrequency: AGroup applied instruction on avariety of social/recreationalnon-traditional instruments (e.g.autoharp, dulcimer, recorder,ukulele, percussion instruments,tone bells). Designed to develop aplaying competence sufficient toaccompany general musicclasses/music therapy clinicalsessions.Credits: 2

MUTY300 Orientation ClinicPracticumFrequency: BAn introduction to the clinicalexperience as a beginningprocess toward becoming a musictherapist. Designed to developskills in observation, behavioralobjectives and therapeutictechniques. A look at theprofessional aspect of musictherapy, i.e., Code of Ethics,Standards of Clinical Practice, etc. Assigned observations,development of music skills andreadings are part of classrequirements.Prerequisite(s): MUTY 115Credits: 1

MUTY301 Seminar in MusicTherapyFrequency: ADesigned to support the clinicalpracticum experience. Fallsemester seminars correspond toclinical population; springsemester seminars cover medicalmusic therapy, clinicalimprovisation and senior musictherapy competency audit.Prerequisite(s): MUTY 115 andMUTY 300Credits: 1

MUTY302 Practicum in MusicTherapyFrequency: ADesigned to provide structuredexperience in a clinical settingunder the supervision of a musictherapist. Students work two hours per week, on a two-semesterbasis, with children, adolescents,adults, and elderly in area clinicalfacilities. Written monthly andsemester reports are part of theclinical requirements.Credits: 0

MUTY345 Foundations of MusicTherapyFrequency: BThe development of foundationalknowledge and repertoire of music therapy experiences in singing,playing instruments, movement,listening, and creating.Credits: 3

MUTY401 Principles of MusicTherapyFrequency: BA synthesis of all previousclassroom and clinicalexperiences in the form of thesenior portfolio. Students developa major work designed to produceadministrative/management skillsrequired for entry level musictherapists. Development inscheduling, budgets, treatmentprograms, assessment,evaluation, etc. are major areas ofconcern.Credits: 3


MUTY414 Psychology of MusicFrequency: CScience of psychology related tofundamentals of musical talent.The musical mind, sensorycapacities, individual differencesand psychology of listening. Anintroduction to musical acoustics.Credits: 3

MUTY415 Methods/Materials forMusic TherapyFrequency: BAvailable materials for musictherapy application in all targetpopulations. A look at differentmethods used in music therapypractice, i.e., Orff Schulwerk,Nordoff-Robbins, Improvisation,etc. Students prepare their ownresource materials as part of class requirements.Prerequisite(s): MUTY 115Credits: 2

MUTY422 PsychologicalResearch in MusicFrequency: CStudents propose, carry out, andwrite an experimental study in thearea of music therapy or musiceducation. Class and individualprojects are required.Credits: 3

MUTY450 Internship in MusicTherapyFrequency: ASix- to nine-month clinicalinternship in AMTA-approvedfacility.Credits: 0

Physical Education

PHED100 Champs/LifeskillsFrequency: DThis course is based on theNational Collegiate AthleticAssociation (NCAA)CHAMPS/Lifeskills Program. it isdesigned to assist first yearstudent athletes with a variety oflifeskills components, includingcommitment, personaldevelopment, career development, service commitment and athleticscommitment.Credits: 2

PHED101 Aqua-AerobicsFrequency: ACourse introduces a sequence ofwater exercises that enhances the student’s aerobic fitness.Credits: 1

PHED102 Learn to SwimFrequency: ACourse emphasizes the basicskills needed to learn to swim. Course is designed fornon-swimmers.Credits: 1

PHED103 IntermediateSwimmingFrequency: ACourse emphasizes theintermediate skills needed todevelop individual strokes.Credits: 1

PHED104 Advanced SwimmingFrequency: ACourse emphasizes advancedstroke development and trainingtechniques involved in advancedswimming.Credits: 1

PHED105 Swimming andConditioningFrequency: ACourse educates students abouthow to use the swimming pool todevelop and maintain a sensiblelevel of physical fitness. Waterexercises and technique aretaught.Credits: 1

PHED106 Lifeguard TrainingFrequency: BCourse emphasizes the skills andtechniques needed to gainlifeguard certification. Lifeguardcertification is possible at the endof this course.Credits: 3

PHED107 WSI-Water SafetyInstructorFrequency: BCourse follows the Red Crossguidelines to train Water SafetyInstructors. WSI is possible at thecompletion of this course.Credits: 2

PHED108 Basic ScubaFrequency: ACourse emphasizes the basicskills involved in learning how toSCUBA dive. Classroom sessions and open water dives are plannedas part of this class.Credits: 2

PHED110 Advanced ScubaDivingFrequency: ACourse introduces the advancedtechniques of SCUBA divingneeded for open water diving.Prerequisite(s): PHED 108Credits: 1

PHED113 Basic BowlingFrequency: AIntroduces students to thefundamentals of bowling includingscoring, approaches andstrategies needed to attain basiccompetencies as a beginningbowler.Credits: 1

PHED116 Golf - BasicFrequency: BCourse introduces the student tothe skills and rules needed todevelop introductory golfproficiency.Credits: 1

PHED117 Running andConditioningFrequency: ACourse teaches the student thebasics of aerobic conditioning as a means of developing physicalfitness.Credits: 1

PHED120 Ice Skating - BasicFrequency: AStudent will learn the basic skillsneeded to begin ice skating. Balance, footwork, turning andstopping are emphasized in thiscourse.Credits: 1

PHED121 Ice Skating -IntermediateFrequency: ACourse emphasizes in-depth skills that were introduced in basic iceskating.Credits: 1

PHED122 Figure SkatingFrequency: AIntroduces the intermediate skaterto the basics of figure skating,power crossovers; movementforward and backwards, 3 turns,mohawks, single jumps and spins. Course will also provide theadvanced figure skater anopportunity to continue training indouble and triple jumps,combination spins and connectingfootwork.Prerequisite(s): PHED 120Credits: 1

PHED124 Basic AerobicsFrequency: ACourse is designed to introducethe student to low and high impactaerobic exercise.Credits: 2

PHED125 Step AerobicsFrequency: ACourse introduces the student toaerobic exercise through a stepaerobics technique.Credits: 2

PHED126 Body Sculpting(Women)Frequency: ACourse introduces the student tostrength training, body toning andthe basics of aerobic exercise.The development of individualprograms will be directed towardthe fitness needs of women.Credits: 2

PHED127 YogaFrequency: AAn introduction to “Hatha” yoga.Students will learn basic postures(asanas) as well as breathingtechniques (pranayma) andbeginning meditation practices.Students will work to increaseflexibility, develop balance, deepen respiration and mind-bodyawareness.Credits: 2

PHED128 Racquetball - BasicFrequency: DThe basic skills, rules andtechniques of scoring are taught in this course.Credits: 1

PHED129 Racquetball -IntermediateFrequency: DStrategies of singles and doublesplay are emphasized in thiscourse.Credits: 1

PHED131 Self-DefenseFrequency: ACourse emphasizes the basictechniques needed to defendoneself. Stances and defensivestrategies are emphasized.Credits: 1

PHED132 SkiingFrequency: AThe basic techniques needed toski are taught. This course isdesigned to meet the needs ofbeginners as well as intermediateand advanced skiers.Credits: 1

PHED134 Tennis - BasicFrequency: ACourse emphasizes the rules,grips, stances and elementarystroke development for thebeginning player.Credits: 1

PHED135 Tennis - IntermediateFrequency: ACourse introduces indepth tennisskills and advanced techniquesand strategies for singles anddoubles play.Credits: 1

PHED138 VolleyballFrequency: ACourse introduces basic volleyballskills necessary for the studentinterested in intramural orrecreational play.Credits: 1

PHED139 Weight TrainingFrequency: ACourse introduces the student tobasic techniques of weight training and body toning. Emphasis isplaced on learning specificexercises and training techniquesnecessary for establishing aneffective weight training program.Credits: 2

PHED180 Assistant ScubaInstructorFrequency: AThis course will educate peoplewho have basic aquatic skills andbasic scuba certification to teachbasic skills associated with scubadiving. The skills taught includeskin diving skills, pool safety,equipment inspection, buddysystems, air emergencies,communications, and open waterdiving. permission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): PHED 108Credits: 2

PHED199 Special TopicsFrequency: ASpecial topics in wellness.Credits: 1-6


PHED200 Physiology ofSport/ExerciseFrequency: DA comprehensive overview of thefield without being over whelming.It provides a solid foundation ofbasic physiology to better interpret and understand sport and exercise physiology. It reviews the majorbody systems and examines thebody’s acute response to exerciseand its chronic response totraining. Students will learn howthe environment affects theseresponses. The course examinesvarious approaches used tooptimize performance and focuses on unique concerns of specialpopulations involved in physicalactivity. It also examines theimportance of physical activity tolifelong health.Credits: 3

PHED210 Principles of SportsManagementFrequency: AThe course provides the studentwith an overview of the basicphilosophies, principles andorganizational structure of sportprograms. The course will coverleadership, communications,business structure, marketing,management styles,sportsmanship, ethical behavior,diversity, liability, and child abuse.The course further explores career opportunities and the skills needed to manage sport programs ranging from youth sports to professionalsports.Credits: 3

PHED211 Facility ManagementFrequency: BThe course is designed tointroduce the student to acomprehensive understanding ofdesigning and managing facilitiesrelated to sports, recreation andleisure industries. The coursecovers facilities planning, design,management liability, personnelmanagement, supervision andhealth and safety. Programpromotion, facility scheduling andfundraising will also be covered inthis course.Credits: 3

PHED301 KinesiologyFrequency: BThe purpose of this course is toacquaint the student withfunctional anatomy and thebiomechanics of humanmovement and performance. Thefocus will be on the physiology ofskeletal muscle, musculararrangements around the majorjoints of the body, and theproperties of muscular forceproduction. There will also be anexamination of the skeletal muscle adaptation to various forms ofstimuli.Credits: 3

PHED302 Exercise PrescriptionFrequency: BThe course is designed tointroduce the student to theoretical and practical concepts of exerciseassessment, exerciseinterpretation and exerciseprescription. Course contentincludes the principles andpractices of prescribing exercise to healthy individuals, and individuals with conditions such as cardiacdisease, diabetes, physicaldisabilities and the aged.Credits: 3

PHED311 The Psychology ofCoachingFrequency: BA course for understanding theapplication of basic psychologicalprinciples to the coaching of theindividual athlete, or teams, in thecompetitive environment. One ofseveral courses designed to meetstate mandate for interscholasticcoaching.Credits: 2

PHED315 Prevention and Careof Athletic InjuriesFrequency: AStudy of prevention andrecognition of injuries commonlyassociated with athleticcompetition. Includes the study ofanatomy and physiology involvedin injuries. One of several coursesdesigned to meet state mandatefor interscholastic coaching.Prerequisite(s): HLTH 115Credits: 3

PHED316 Athletic TrainingInternshipFrequency: ADevelops the basic competenciesof students interested in athletictraining. Areas included in theinternship will include preventivetaping, injury prevention, thebasics of rehabilitation, coverageof home events, and basicfunctioning of a training room.Athletic Trainer required.Prerequisite(s): PHED 315Credits: 3

PHED321 Coaching TechniquesFrequency: AA course designed to introduce the prospective coach to the basicskills, strategies and coachingtechniques required in organizinga particular sport. While the course is one of several courses designed to meet state mandates forinterscholastic coaching, thestudent is expected to havecompleted all other courses in themandate before enrolling in PHED321 or attain the permission of theinstructor.Credits: 2

PHED400 Sports StudiesInternshipFrequency: AWorking under supervision in acommunity setting. The internshipwill emphasize theory, knowledgeand skills needed when workingwith and within groups andorganizations. Student will beexpected to complete 67 clockhours of direct service toindividuals, groups ororganizations for each credit hourawarded. A learning contractencompassing job requirements,learning objectives and methodswill be utilized in student’sevaluation.Credits: 1-6

PHED499 Independent StudyFrequency: AThe study of a particular topicrelated to Physical Education andRecreation. Periodic meetings with an appropriate instructor will bescheduled. The topic mayencompass individual research ora practical experience.Credits: 1-3

Philosophy

PHIL105 Philosophical IdeasFrequency: BIntroduction to the central ideas ofprominent Western philosophers,earliest times to present. Lectureclass.Credits: 3

PHIL106 Critical ThinkingFrequency: CThe course concerns the studyand practice of critical thinking.Through analysis of dramaticexamples of the critical thinkingskills necessary for effectivedeliberation, it hones analytic skills and encourages careful thought.The primary feature of the courseis the consideration of anabundance of exercises,examples, and applications fromeveryday life, ranging from thecourtroom to political debate andfrom advertising to current socialissues.Credits: 3

PHIL115 Philosophical InquiryFrequency: ADiscussion of some centralproblems of philosophy such asexistence of God, nature of reality, conditions of knowledge, questionof free will versus determinism,and foundations of morality. Howshould one live? What makessociety just? Can we survivedeath? Such questions areuniversal and fundamental to allhumanity. Discussion class.Credits: 3

PHIL116 Introduction toDeductive LogicFrequency: AThe development of formalsystems of propositional andpredicate logic for the evaluationof reasoning. Truth tabletechniques to distinguish validfrom fallacious inferences,symbolizing English in logicalnotation, proofs in propositionallogic, predicate logic withquantifiers.Credits: 3

PHIL211 Philosophy of SportFrequency: CThe course explores ethical, legal,aesthetic and epistemologicalissues underlying athleticcompetition. How high a value isvictory? Are the current bans onperformance-enhancing drugsjustified? What is sex equality insports? Has Title IX properlypromoted equality for women? How are sports distinguished fromplay and games? What role, ifany, should beauty play in sports? Is our admiration for sports heroes politically regressive? Can sportsbe a means of moral education?Credits: 3

PHIL218 Introduction to EthicsFrequency: CEthics is the study of morality. It is central to issues relating to what aperson should believe and howthey should act. The investigationof morality occurs via an analysisof metaethics (the fundamentalstatus of moral judgments),normative ethics (the nature of aright action and the nature of avirtuous person), and appliedethics (the application of normative ethics to particular moral issues). These areas are explored throughthe discussion of such issues as: Is morality relative to culture? Ismorality independent of religion?Do the ends of one’s action justifythe means? What does it mean tobe a virtuous person?Credits: 3

PHIL222 The Greek WayFrequency: CIntroduces students to classicalGreek philosophy in the context ofthe historical, cultural, social, andpolitical conditions of ancientGreece. Part of the course isdevoted to a careful examinationof the social context of ancientGreece and to the sources andmanifestations of Greek values:mythological, religious, literary,educational, and aesthetic.Credits: 3


PHIL224 Medieval ThoughtFrequency: CIslamic, Judaic, andLatin-Christian thought of theMiddle Ages, particularly the 11thto 13th centuries. The courseexamines the significance of theGreco-Roman tradition tomedieval hopes and fears andaddresses problems prevalent inall three cultures: the relationshipbetween faith and reason; thenature of the Supreme Being; theconnection between theology andart, politics, and metaphysics; andthe origin and cause of the world.Credits: 3

PHIL226 The Age of Reason and Its LegacyFrequency: CThe nature of reality, knowledge,and experience as portrayed bythinkers such as the Rationalists(Descartes, Leibniz, and Spinoza), the Empiricists (Locke, Berkeley,and Hume), Kant, and Reid. Thelegacy of these thinkers asreflected in standard notions ofcausality, truth, proof, andargument will be explored inrelation to contemporary thinkers.Credits: 3

PHIL228 American PhilosophyFrequency: CThe political philosophy,epistemology, scientific method,and criteria of truth, argument, and reason which distinctivelycharacterize the FoundingFathers, the Transcendentalists,the Pragmatists, andcontemporary inheritors of thePragmatist tradition. Includesconsideration of the question:What is distinctively Americanabout American philosophy?Credits: 3

PHIL238 Philosophy of ReligionFrequency: BCareful examination of classicaland contemporary issues such asthe nature of religious experience,the relationship of faith andreason, arguments for and against the existence of God, thesignificance of the problem of evil,knowing God without arguments,religious language, life after death, miracles, religious ethics, and thedifferences between Eastern andWestern theisms.Credits: 3

PHIL244 Feminist TheoryFrequency: BIn-depth critical exploration ofselected theories to explain thesources of women’s roles insociety. A multidisciplinaryapproach will be employed toaccount for the social, economic,political and cultural status ofwomen in contemporary societies.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 345 orWOST 201Credits: 3

PHIL258 Life and DeathFrequency: BThe class explores fundamentalissues relating to life and death. Inparticular, it looks at whatconstitutes life and what, ifanything, makes life good. It alsoinvestigates what constitutesdeath and whether death is bad.Using these notions, the classthen analyzes particular moralissues surrounding life and death,such as the moral status of thefollowing practices: abortion,suicide, euthanasia, capitalpunishment, and war.Credits: 3

PHIL265 Social/PoliticalPhilosophyFrequency: CThe proper form of humanassociation, the just balance ofeconomic, political, and socialpower, and the nature of therelationship between the state and the individual are explored in theworks of prominent historical andcontemporary theorists. Thecourse examines the nature ofsocial commitment as viewed bymajor political philosophies.Credits: 3

PHIL270 Philosophy of the ArtsFrequency: DPhilosophical problems in the arts. Nature of art and aestheticappreciation; aesthetic attitude,experience, and emotion; relations between art and art institutions;interpretation and evaluation ofworks of art are among topicsconsidered. Problems specific tomusic, film, literature, painting, and sculpture are also discussed.Credits: 3

PHIL274 ExistentialismFrequency: DExistentialism is a philosophicalrealization of living in a broken,ambiguous, dislocated world intowhich we are thrown andcondemned yet abandoned andfree. The course examines thework of authors such asKierkegaard, Dostoevsky,Nietzsche, Kafka, Heidegger,Sartre, Camus, and de Beauvoir.Students confront the mainthemes of life: anxiety, authenticliving, meaning, love,relationships, God, and death.Credits: 3

PHIL301 Intermediate Deductive LogicFrequency: DThe development of a formalsystem of logic with relations andmultiple quantifiers, identity anddefinite descriptions. Other topicsmay include non-classical logics,modal logic (the logic of possibilityand necessity), set theory, orresults concerning the scope andlimits of logical systems.Prerequisite(s): PHIL 116Credits: 3

PHIL303 Crime and PunishmentFrequency: CThe course investigates thecriminal justice system and thelimits of state coercion. May thestate coerce persons only toprevent some persons fromharming others? May it do so toprotect persons from harmingthemselves or to protect society’smoral fabric? The class will thenexamine the justification ofpunishment. Is punishmentjustified because it reformsoffenders, because offendersdeserve punishment, or becausepunishment deters other potentialdefenders? Finally, the classexplores contemporary moralissues such as whether the stateshould criminalize recreationaldrug use, hate crimes, orblackmail.Credits: 3

PHIL310 Business EthicsFrequency: CCareful examination of moralissues arising in business contexts such as the duty to tell the truth,the profit motive, the relationshipbetween private ownership andthe public interest, the rights andduties of employees andemployers, the responsibilities and liabilities of businesses toconsumers, the respective roles of business and government, andbusiness trends and socialresponsibility.Credits: 3

PHIL312 Current Moral Issuesand PrinciplesFrequency: BAn examination of moral issues ofsignificance today such asabortion, euthanasia, sexualethics, affirmative action, animalrights, torture, and war. Inexploring answers to these issuesthe course includes anintroduction to moral principlesproduced by traditional theoriessuch as natural law, utilitarianism,Kantianism, and the socialcontract tradition.Credits: 3

PHIL313 Sex and LoveFrequency: BAddresses three specific areas ofsex and love, and includescross-cultural components. First,sexual ethics: Which kinds ofsexual activity are morallypermissible under what sort ofcircumstances? Must morallypermissible sex be based on love? What is good sex? Second, thepolitics of sex: Are versions ofproper sexuality used asmechanisms to oppress womenand homosexuals? Third, theideals of love: What are thedifferent kinds of love? Whyshould we be concerned withanalyzing love?Credits: 3

PHIL317 Philosophy of ScienceFrequency: CAn examination of the basicconcepts and methods of thesciences through the study oftopics such as the nature ofscientific explanation, the status of laws of nature, the relationbetween observation and theory,and methods of confirming orrefuting hypotheses. Other topicsmight include causality, scientificrealism, scientific revolutions,evolution and natural functions,and the distinction betweenscience and pseudo-science.Credits: 3

PHIL330 LibertarianismFrequency: CLibertarianism holds that the onlyproper function of the state is toprotect its citizens from acts offorce, fraud, or theft. The class will explore libertarianism andevaluate the arguments for andagainst it. The class will examinesuch issues as: whether the statehas authority over persons,whether distributive justice allowsthe state to redistribute wealth,whether rights are inviolable,whether and to what extentproperty rights should berespected, and whetherantidiscrimination laws arejustified.Credits: 3

PHIL338 Marxist ThoughtFrequency: CExamines the central themes ofthe tradition: its view of history,economics, the nature of politicalstruggle, the status of law andmorality, and the effects of ourmaterial living conditions on ourforms of thought. The relevance of Marxism to revolutionary politicalmovements is explored in theworks of thinkers such as Lenin,Stalin, Trotsky, Luxemburg,Gramsci, and Marcuse.Credits: 3

PHIL345 The Meaning of LifeFrequency: BThe course addresses the mostfundamental questions of humanexistence in theistic, humanistic,and practical dimensions. Doeslife as a whole have inherentmeaning? Does human life inparticular have inherent meaning?If there is no God does that implythat life has no inherent meaning?Even if life has no inherentmeaning, can life have meaningcreated by those who live it? Ifthere is no inherent meaning oflife, why do I exist? Does mortalityrob human life of any significanceit might have?Credits: 3


PHIL346 Human HappinessFrequency: BA critical evaluation of majortheories of happiness. If we arerational and actively loving, whatshould we teach our childrenabout more durable forms of lifesatisfaction? What is success?What is happiness? Is happinessthe greatest good? Are allmeaningful lives happy? Are allhappy lives meaningful lives?What are the sources or conditions of happiness? What is therelationship between heroic,meaningful, and happy lives?Credits: 3

PHIL351 MetaphysicsFrequency: CAn examination of the fundamental categories of reality, such asexistence, substance, property,identity, space, time, event,causation, necessity, essence,free will and mind. Thephilosophical questions in whichthese categories play a role willalso be discussed; e.g., Is free willpossible in a deterministic world?and How can something changeits properties over time and stillremain the very same thing?Prerequisite: 3 credit hours inphilosophy.Credits: 3

PHIL353 Theory of KnowledgeFrequency: CInquiry into the nature of humanknowledge and related conceptssuch as truth, belief and epistemicjustification. Knowledge fromexperience and a prioriknowledge. The courseaddresses theories of justificationsuch as foundationalism,coherentism and reliabilism. It also confronts problems posed bySkepticism for the scope of human knowledge, especially knowledgeabout the external world.Prerequisite: 3 credit hours inphilosophy.Credits: 3

PHIL362 Philosophy of LawFrequency: CThe course explores the nature oflaw and judicial decision-making.Is law simply a union of rules, asocial practice, or an attempt toapply justice to interpersonaldisputes? The course alsoexamines the content andinterpretation of statues. Shouldthe interpretation take into account the statute’s plain meaning? Theintent of the legislature that votedfor it? Considerations of justice?The class will then discuss the role of judges in interpreting bothstatutes and common law(judge-made law).Credits: 3

PHIL364 Justice, Law, andEconomicsFrequency: DThe civil law system adjudicatescontractual disputes and disputesinvolving claims to compensationfor injury. This course begins witha discussion of the justification ofthe system. The class willinvestigate whether the system isjustified by a concern for economic efficiency, justice or both. Theclass will look at economic rulesthat relate to the civil laws, such as the rules relating to breach ofcontract, automobile accidents,liability for defective products, andpollution control. The class willalso explore whether justice allows economic factors to beconsidered.Credits: 3

PHIL369 Topics in PhilosophyFrequency: DSpecial topics in Philosophy.Variable-content course whichmay be taken more than once forcredit. An in-depth study beyondthe standard curriculum.Credits: 1-3

PHIL430 Philosophy of MindFrequency: CPhilosophical accounts of the mind and its relation to the world. Topics include the mind-body problem,the intentionality (or “aboutness”)of thought, the nature of mentalcontent, consciousness,introspection and knowledge ofother minds. Consideration oftheories on these topics, such asdualism, behaviorism,type-physicalism, functionalismand eliminativism. Prerequisite: 3credit hours in philosophy.Credits: 3

PHIL432 The Age of Analysis:Philosophy since 1900Frequency: CMajor currents and themes in 20thcentury analytic philosophy.Attention devoted to the work ofsuch philosophers as Russell,Moore, Wittgenstein, Quine andothers. A critical examination ofanalytic approaches to thephilosophy of language,metaphysics, epistemology andother traditional areas ofphilosophy. Likely topics aretheories of meaning andreference, logical atomism, logicalpositivism, ordinary languagephilosophy, and recent debatesconcerning the nature ofknowledge, meaning andnecessity. Prerequisite: 3 credithours in philosophy.Credits: 3

PHIL441 Philosophy ofLanguage and SemanticsFrequency: DExploration into the nature oflanguage through the examinationof such topics as meaning,reference, truth, use, andconvention. Contemporarytheories about the semanticcontribution to sentence meaningmade by proper names anddefinite descriptions; the difference between linguistic and other formsof communication and represent-ation; and the relations betweenlanguage, thought and reality.Prerequisite: 3 credit hours inphilosophy.Credits: 3

PHIL446-449 Selected ProblemsFrequency: DAdvanced special topics andproblems not treated thoroughly inother courses. Past examples:Environmental Ethics, Philosophyof War, Philosophy of History, Rationality, RenaissancePhilosophy, Autonomy, andTheories of the Good. Currenttopics specified in CourseOfferings Bulletin.Credits: 3

PHIL460-469 MajorPhilosophersFrequency: CIntensive study of thought of amajor philosopher of historical orcontemporary significance. Pastexamples: Socrates, Plato, Hume,Kant, Nietzsche, Wittgenstein,Locke, Berkeley, Russell. Currenttopics specified in CourseOfferings Bulletin.Credits: 3

PHIL477 Capstone SeminarFrequency: BThe course centers on some of the following issues: (1) an in-depthstudy of a particular philosopher or specific topic; (2) detailedreflection on the discipline ofphilosophy, and the effects, if any,of being a philosophy major on the kind of person one becomes interms of values, attitudes, andways of viewing and acting in theworld; (3) an examination of the art of philosophical research, writing,and oral presentations. Courseformat and focus vary dependingon instructor. Pre-requisite:Philosophy major with junior orsenior standing, or by permissionof instructor.Credits: 3

PHIL481 Directed StudyFrequency: AStudent, with faculty member’sguidance, will study a topic notcurrently offered, or will engage instudies in greater depth thancurrent course offerings permit. Permission of instructor required.Credits: 1-3

PHIL485 Independent StudyFrequency: AStudent will pursue a course ofindependent study and presentevidence of accomplishment at endof semester. Philosophy Major andpermission of instructor required.Credits: 1-3

Physics

PHYS101 ContemporaryPhysics for Non-Science MajorsFrequency: A(Designed for students majoring in humanities and social sciences.)Non-mathematical survey ofselected areas of contemporaryscience. Emphasis on ideas andconcepts of physics, including itsrole in society.Credits: 3

PHYS104 The Big BangFrequency: DNon-mathematical presentation ofselected topics regarding the latest theories of the formation of theuniverse including ideas fromspecial and general relativity.Credits: 1

PHYS107 Particles and WavesFrequency: DIntroductory level course on topics of special interest not covered inregular courses.Credits: 1-3

PHYS111 Introduction toPhysical SciencesFrequency: DAn inquiry and algebra basedapproach to the major topics ofphysics: motion, conservationlaws, heat, electricity, optics, andintroductory atomic physics.Credits: 3

PHYS118 Introduction toAstronomyFrequency: BAn introduction to the study ofastronomy, with particularemphasis on stars, galaxies, andcosmology. Intended for bothnon-majors and majors. Themathematics level will be that ofbasic high school algebra andgeometry.Credits: 3

PHYS121 College Physics IFrequency: BA non-calculus lecture sequence: motion, dynamics, conservationtheorems, heat. Studentsrequiring a laboratory componentshould include PHYS 123. Student must have taken MATH105 or N.Y.S. Regents Math B.Prerequisite(s): MATH 106Credits: 3

PHYS122 College Physics IIFrequency: BA non-calculus lecture sequence:wave motion, sound,electromagnetic fields, circuits,optics, quantum phenomena.Students requiring a laboratorycomponent should include PHYS124.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 121Credits: 3


PHYS123 College Physics Lab IFrequency: BOne three-hour laboratory session per week treating topics coveredin PHYS 121.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 121Credits: 1

PHYS124 College Physics II LabFrequency: BOne three-hour laboratory session per week treating topics coveredin PHYS 122.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 122Credits: 1

PHYS199 Special TopicsFrequency: DIntroductory level course on topics of special interest not covered inregular courses.Credits: 1-3

PHYS200 Engineering GraphicsFrequency: DIntroduction to tools, language,and procedures basic to training of an engineering draftsperson.Emphasis on drafting techniques,two-dimensional and isometricrepresentation.Credits: 2

PHYS205 Science andCivilizationFrequency: BA survey of the major scientificdiscoveries and the scientistsbehind these discoveries. Thecourse will discuss historicaldevelopments from Ptolemy toKirby (the co-inventor of theintegrated circuit chip).Credits: 3

PHYS206 Genesis of theUniverseFrequency: DA non-mathematical coursecovering historical, philosophical,theological and scientific aspectsconcerning the genesis of theuniverse.Credits: 3

PHYS230 University Physics IFrequency: BCalculus-based lecture sequencefor science and mathematicsmajors who have completed acourse or courses in UniversityCalculus or the equivalent.Kinematics, dynamics, gravitation.A recitation is included.Prerequisite(s): MATH 122Co-requisite(s): PHYS 232Credits: 4

PHYS231 University Physics IIFrequency: BCalculus-based lecture sequencefor science and mathematicsmajors who have completed acourse or courses in UniversityCalculus or the equivalent.Electricity and magnetism. Arecitation is included.Prerequisite(s): MATH 123 andPHYS 230Co-requisite(s): PHYS 233Credits: 4

PHYS232 University Physics ILabFrequency: BOne three-hour laboratory session per week treating topics coveredin PHYS 230.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 230Credits: 1

PHYS233 University Physics IILabFrequency: BOne three-hour laboratory session per week treating topics coveredin PHYS 231.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 231Credits: 1

PHYS234 Modern PhysicsFrequency: BSpecial relativity, wave motion,basic concepts of quantummechanics, atomic structure, solidstate, and nuclear physics,including a weekly three hour lab.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 231Credits: 4

PHYS311 Acoustics IFrequency: BElements of physics bearingdirectly on production andassimilation of musical tones,wave motion, resonance, complexwaves, physiology of hearing,musical scales, simple acousticalmodels of musical instruments.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 121 orPHYS 230Credits: 3

PHYS312 Acoustics IIFrequency: DPsychoacoustics and architecturalacoustics. A study of themechanics and neurologicalfoundations of the perception ofpitch, loudness, timbre, anddirection, followed by a contrasting study of the behavior,measurement, and evaluation ofsound and music in a variety ofenvironments, utilizing bothobjective techniques and thepsychoacoustical insights gainedfrom the first part of the course.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 311Credits: 3

PHYS318 Basic ElectronicsFrequency: BIntroduction to electronic circuits,devices, and systems withpractical applications to recordingengineering and biomedicalinstrumentation. Non-majors only.Prerequisite(s): (MATH 120 orMATH 122) and (PHYS 122 orPHYS 231)Credits: 3

PHYS321 EngineeringMechanics IFrequency: BA calculus treatment of appliedmechanics including fundamentals of mechanics, vector algebra,equivalent force/moment systems,distributed forces: centroids andcenter of gravity, equilibrium ofparticles and rigid bodies, trusses,frames, internal forces in structural members, Coulomb friction,second moments of area andmoment of inertia, method ofvirtual work, and kinematics ofparticles and rigid bodies.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 230Credits: 4

PHYS322 EngineeringMechanics IIFrequency: BContinuation of PHYS 321including stress and strain tensors, mechanical properties of solids,multidimensional stress-strainrelations, section forces in beams,stresses in beams, deflection ofbeams, torsion, stresses andstrain relations at a point, Mohr’scircle, energy methods, elasticstability, and vibrations.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 321Credits: 4

PHYS323 Circuit Analysis IFrequency: BA development of networkanalysis including Ohm’s andKirchhoff’s laws, operationalamplifiers, nodal analysis, network theorems, trees and links,energy-storage elements, RC andRL circuits, and second ordercircuits.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 231Credits: 3

PHYS324 Circuit Analysis IIFrequency: BContinuation of PHYS 323including sinusoidal excitation andphasors, AC steady state analysis, three-phase circuits, complexfrequency and network functions,frequency response, transformers, Fourier and Laplace transforms.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 323Credits: 3

PHYS325 ElectronicsFrequency: CCourse treats analog electronics.AC and DC circuits and laws ofnetwork analysis. Elements ofsemiconductor physics. Diodes,rectifiers, filters and regulatedpower supplies. Bipolar and FETtransistors and transistor amplifiercircuits. Feedback and operational amplifiers. Discrete and integratedcircuit oscillators, multivibrators,and waveshaping.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 231Co-requisite(s): PHYS 327Credits: 3

PHYS326 Digital LogicFrequency: BTTL characteristics, Booleanalgebra, logic functions, andminimization procedures. Logicgates and implementation. Designof combinational and sequentialcircuits. Flipflops, counters, shiftregisters, and arithmetic circuits.Analog to digital and digital toanalog conversion. Solid statememories and simple processors.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 328Credits: 3

PHYS327 Electronics LabFrequency: CLaboratory to accompany andsupplement PHYS 325.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 325Credits: 1

PHYS328 Digital LabFrequency: BLaboratory to accompany andsupplement PHYS 326.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 326Credits: 1

PHYS330 ThermodynamicsFrequency: BConcepts of temperature, laws ofthermodynamics, entropy,thermodynamic relations andpotentials, processes, propertiesand cycles, applications tophysical systems, introduction tostatistical mechanics. MATH 223is recommended (may be takenconcurrently).Prerequisite(s): PHYS 230Credits: 3

PHYS331 Theoretical MechanicsFrequency: BVector-tensor approach toclassical mechanics includingkinematics, dynamics, oscillations, Lagrange’s and Hamilton’sequations, transformations, central force, and rigid body motion.Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 andPHYS 230Credits: 3

PHYS333 Electricity andMagnetismFrequency: BMathematical theory ofelectrostatics andelectromagnetism employingvector calculus. Applications ofMaxwell’s equations.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 231 and(PHYS 425 or MATH 420)Credits: 3

PHYS340 OpticsFrequency: CAn introduction to geometrical,physical, and modern optics.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 231Co-requisite(s): PHYS 341Credits: 3

PHYS341 Optics LaboratoryFrequency: CLaboratory to accompany andsupplement PHYS 340.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 340Credits: 1


PHYS400 UndergraduateSeminarFrequency: BPresentations by studentsdiscussing topics in physics.Counted once for the physicscredit hour requirements.Credits: 1

PHYS401 Special RelativityFrequency: DTensor calculus approach torelativistic kinematics, dynamics,optics, electrodynamics, andselected applied topics.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 234Credits: 3

PHYS425 Mathematical Physics IFrequency: BApplied methods includingcartesian and noncartesian vectorand tensor analysis, eigenvectorsand eigenvalues, infinite series,complex functions.Prerequisite(s): MATH 224Credits: 3

PHYS426 Mathematical Physics IIFrequency: BApplied methods including partialdifferential equations of physics,boundary value problems,Sturm-Liouville theory andeigenfunctions, special functions,Green’s functions.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 425Credits: 3

PHYS431 Introduction toQuantum MechanicsFrequency: BConcept of wave-particle duality,Schroedinger’s wave equationwith applications to potentialproblems, to the hydrogen atom,and to atomic spectra; perturbation theory, and spin-orbit interaction.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 234Co-requisite(s): PHYS 425Credits: 3

PHYS434 Solid State PhysicsFrequency: DCrystal structure, conductiontheory, binding and energy levelsand other properties ofconductors, semiconductors,dielectrics, and magnetics.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 431Credits: 3

PHYS440 Seminar: Wave Motion in PhysicsFrequency: DThe course will be devoted to thestudy of waves and its applications in different fields of physics. Theprincipal objective is to develop an understanding of basic waveconcepts and of their relations with one another. Readings anddiscussions on topics such as free and forced oscillations,superposition principle, travelingand standing waves, modulations,pulses, wave packets, bandwidth,coherence time and polarization,will serve to reach the proposedgoal. Applications of differentphysical systems as water waves,sound waves, light waves,transmission lines, quantumwaves, etc. will be illustratedthrough interesting examples.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 234Credits: 1

PHYS442 ComputationalPhysics and EngineeringFrequency: DNumerical and computationaltechniques for solving a widevariety of problems in physics andengineering. Various methods forsolving ordinary and partialdifferential equations describingmechanical oscillators (bothperiodic and chaotic), electricaland magnetic fields, and quantummechanical wave functions will beexplored. Students will beintroduced to MATLAB, and someprojects will be run in EXCEL. Familiarity with the physicalsystems involved is not aprerequisite. If time permits,Monte-Carlo methods will also beexplored.Prerequisite(s): MATH 223 andPHYS 230Credits: 1

PHYS444 Seminar: QuantumInformation and MeasurementFrequency: DReadings and discussion on themeasurement process in quantummechanics. Entangled states,Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox, Bell’s inequality, quantumencryption and quantumcomputation. Experimentaltechniques. Philosophical issuesraised by quantum theory.Prerequisite(s): PHYS 431Credits: 1

PHYS450 Advanced LaboratoryFrequency: CStudents explore advancedexperimental techniquesprogressing through introductorystages to applications, devotingtwo to four weeks to each chosentopic. Student interestaccommodated in topics (andrespective applications) such asNuclear Magnetic Resonance(Magnetic Resonance Imaging(MRI)), X-Ray Techniques(crystallography/elementalanalysis/medical imaging), Halleffect and related techniques(semiconductorcharacterization/Giant MagnetoResistive computer disc readers,etc.), and Magnetizationmeasurements (datastorage/electrical and mechanicalpower conversion/geologicalsurveying/bird and insectnavigation, etc.).Prerequisite(s): PHYS 234 orCHEM 316Credits: 1

PHYS468 Independent StudyFrequency: DIndependent work on a theoreticalor experimental topic under thesupervision of a faculty member.Credits: 1-3

PHYS469 Directed ResearchFrequency: DTheoretical or experimentalresearch under the supervision ofa faculty member.Credits: 1-3

PHYS470-479 Special TopicsFrequency: AArea not covered in regularcourses. Broad range of topicsconsistent with teaching andresearch interests of department.Credits: 1-3

PHYS480 LaboratorySupervision in PhysicsFrequency: AStudents enrolled serve aslaboratory assistants under faculty supervision. Approval to registermust be obtained fromdepartment. Three hours of workper week are expected for eachhour of credit elected. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6hours credit applicable towardfulfillment of physics ormathematics-physics major’ssupporting course requirements.(A major in physics ormathematics-physics is not aprerequisite.)Credits: 1-3

PHYS490 Honors ThesisFrequency: BResearch project culminating in athesis. In most cases a full year of work will be required to completeboth project and thesis.Credits: 3

Political Science

POLI100 Freshman SeminarFrequency: DThe Freshman Seminar in Political Science introduces students tosome central aspects of thrivingand surviving at Fredonia inacademic and social terms and towhat is going on in PoliticalScience. It is an opportunity forfreshmen in Political Science toget to know one another, since they will be sharing classes andlearning for the next four years. Itis also an opportunity for studentsand Political Science faculty to getto know one another, theirinterests, and fields. It is a modesteffort to ensure that somefundamental ideas about learningat college are offered to you.Credits: 1

POLI120 American PoliticsFrequency: ACritical examination of key aspects of the American political system.What are the major institutions ofpolitical power? How is powerobtained? Which groups or socialclasses tend to possess morepower in these institutions andwhy? How does the politicalsystem manage change?Credits: 3

POLI121 American Public PolicyFrequency: AIntroduction to the politicaleconomy of policy formation.Emphasis is placed upon thequestions of why governmentintervention in the economy isnecessary and the cost-benefitevaluation of the intervention.Political failure is contrasted withmarket failure in evaluatinggovernment public policies.Substantive policy areas such ashealth care and education policieswill be analyzed.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI150 U.S. and World AffairsFrequency: BStudies key reasons for how andwhy countries behave as they doin international politics. Emphasisupon the changing sources ofinternational power, colonialism,the Cold War and U.S-U.S.S.R.struggle for power, andcontemporary issues such as thearms race, Middle East conflicts,and struggle for economic powerbetween rich and poor countries.Close study of the usefulness andmorality of U.S. interventionsabroad from the Gulf War toPanama, Haiti, and Bosnia.Credits: 3


POLI200 StatisticsFrequency: BIntroduction to the substantive and technological methodology used in study of politics commonlyemployed by government andbusiness offices. Attendancerequired. Note: Credit for at mostone of the following courses maybe applied towards a student’srequirements for graduation:BUAD 200, ECON 200, EDU 200,POLI 200, SOC 200, and STAT200.Credits: 3

POLI210 Research MethodsFrequency: CIntroduction to the variety ofmethods of analysis employed inthe empirical study of politics.Consideration of the debatesconcerning the character of socialscience. A discussion of normative and positive methods of analysisand evaluation of topics suited forquantitative and non-quantitativetreatments. Research design, data analysis, and reporting of results.Prerequisite(s): POLI 200 or STAT 200Credits: 3

POLI240 Urbanization andEnvironmental ChallengesFrequency: DFocuses on the dilemmas posedby urbanization in developingcountries, where the relentlessprocess of city growth ischallenging governments andplacing an enormous burden onsocieties. The course addresses a key question underlying thestudies on development andurbanization: how can citiesdevelop economically, and at thesame time preserve the quality ofthe urban space? Theinterdisciplinary course relies onconcepts and theories drawn fromthe disciplines of political science,sociology and history, and fromthe subfields of internationalpolitical economy, public policy,urban planning and environmentalstudies. It may be taught abroadwith a fieldwork componentdirected by the instructor.Credits: 3

POLI276 Law and SocietyFrequency: AIntroductory examination of law asan instrument of social control;philosophies regarding appropriate operations and functions of lawand courts; and controversiessurrounding questions of properrelationships between law, morals, and governmental policy.Credits: 3

POLI277 Introduction to LawFrequency: BAn examination of Anglo-American legal principles based upon theanalysis of leading court cases. Abroad range of topics are covered, including criminal and civil law,legal remedies, punishment, torts,contracts and family law. Thecourse will emphasize thedevelopment of legally definedrights and the methods involved inthe legal resolution of disputes.Credits: 3

POLI280 Special Topics inPoliticsFrequency: DExamination of a current topic inpolitics, such as presidential orcongressional elections. May betaken more than once as topicschange.Credits: 1-4

POLI285 Mock Trial IFrequency: BPreparation of case materials forparticipation in the trial competition sponsored by the American MockTrial Association. Competitionincludes both civil and criminallitigation.Credits: 0

POLI287 Mock Trial IIFrequency: BPreparation of case materials forparticipation in the trial competition sponsored by the American MockTrial Association. Competitionincludes both civil and criminallitigation.Prerequisite(s): INDS 285 or POLI285Credits: 3

POLI311 Fundamentals ofPublic AdministrationFrequency: BExamination of role of bureaucracy and administration in America.Initial focus on political setting ofthe bureaucracy as it interacts with other key actors and institutions.Then consideration of internalcharacteristics and processes, and examination of topics such asorganization theory,decision-making, personnel, andbudgeting.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI313 American PowerStructuresFrequency: CExamination of the powerstructures of the United States.Analysis of how factors such aseconomic class, race, or ethnicityinfluence who holds or controlspolitical power in federal, state,and local governments.Contrasting theories of whogoverns are studied: pluralist, elite, and class-based models. Students will learn techniques of organizingpeople to exercise power in behalfof their common interests.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI321 Political Parties andInterest GroupsFrequency: CThe role of political parties andinterest groups in the shaping ofgovernment policies and theordering of society is analyzed.Internal structures andmembership of both parties andgroups is emphasized, especiallyhow the collective action problemis solved. The influences of parties and interest groups upon publicpolicies are evaluated. Proposalsto reform parties and groups arepresented.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI322 New York GovernmentFrequency: CStudy of the legal framework ofNew York’s state and localgovernments. Analysis of stateand local executive organization,politics, political participation, andpolicy making. Critical examination of the economic competitivenessof NY state in the U.S. and globaleconomy. Attention also to theidea of reinventing governmenttechniques and models.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI323 Elections in AmericaFrequency: CCritical examination of the social,psychological, and rational choiceexplanations of voting. Emphasisis placed on the evidencesupporting the alternativeexplanations. In the process ofevaluating the alternativeexplanations, the determinants ofvoting, the extent of ideologicalthinking trends in turnout, thepolitical business cycle andhistorical changes in votingpatterns are examined.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI324 President andCongressFrequency: BCritical examination of thefrequently overlapping andconflicting roles of the AmericanPresident and Congress in making decisions about public policy in the U.S. Attention will be given torecruitment patterns and behaviorwhile in office as well as the nature of the policy outputs. Analysis ofinstitutional forms in other nationswill be included to provide acomparative perspective.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI325 Public Opinion andParticipationFrequency: DThe course examines publicopinion, political participation, andcivic engagement in Americandemocracy. Study of the formation and change in attitudes,preferences, values and identity,and the influence of socialization,media, political and social context. Assesses public trust ingovernment and political behaviorincluding voting and protest. Provides theoretical and practicalunderstanding through datacollection and analysis.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI326 Media and PoliticsFrequency: CThe study of mass media inAmerican politics, investigatingprint, broadcast and new mediasources and technologies, content and effect. An examination of themedia’s watchdog role, ownership, regulation, freedom of the press,news management and reform.Analyzes ongoing media coverage of political events, figures andissues, researching the impact ofagenda setting, framing andpriming on attention and learning.Credits: 3

POLI328 African AmericanPoliticsFrequency: DAfrican Americans havehistorically been confronted with anumber of obstacles whenattempting to act in the Americanpolitical system. Students willcritically assess how AfricanAmericans can best overcomethese obstacles in order to obtaindesired policy responses from thepolitical system. In doing so,students will explore the historicalcontext from which theseconstraints arose, how they havebeen overcome in the past, andcontemplate what factorscontribute to their persistencetoday. Included will beinvestigations into the role ofparties and elections, protestpolitics, and the Supreme Court.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI329 Topics in AmericanPoliticsFrequency: DExamination in depth of currenttopic in American politics notfalling within any other Americanpolitics course. May be taken more than once as topics change.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3


POLI330 Western EuropeanPoliticsFrequency: CComparative study and analysis of governments and politics of theUnited Kingdom, France,Germany, Italy, and other Western European nations. Considerableattention will be given to thechanging socioeconomiccharacteristics of these nations inthe context of the evolvingEuropean Community and thedrive for European integration.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI331 Canadian PoliticsFrequency: CExamination of the backgroundand socioeconomic foundations ofcontemporary Canadian politicswith special emphasis to theimpact of linguistic, cultural andgeographic divisions and theirimpact on the institutions anddecision making processes inCanada. Attention will also begiven to the influence of the U.S.,the United Kingdom and Franceon Canada.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI332 Russian PoliticsFrequency: CCritical introduction to the theoryand practice of Russiangovernmental institutions andpolitical processes in light ofRussian history, the Soviet andMarxist efforts to redirect thathistory, and the rapid political,social, economic and culturalchanges in Russia and the formerSoviet Union at the end of thetwentieth century.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI334 African PoliticsFrequency: CStudy of contemporary Africanpolitics focuses upon processes of political change and conflict. Thisincludes analysis of patterns ofcolonial rule, nationalist protest,modern political parties andpolitical systems, ethnic conflict,problems of economicdevelopment, and the role ofsocial groups, parties, the military,and ideology in the struggle forcivil liberties and democracy.Studies of specific countries suchas Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI335 Germany and EuropeFrequency: DThe course seeks, through ananalysis of post war developments in an occupied, then divided,Germany, to trace the origins of the ‘German Question’ and itsimpact on Germany within thebroader context of East-Westrelations in Europe. The coursethen seeks to analyze thechanging nature of inter-Germanrelations and the factors leading to the dramatic events of 1989/90and to consider the implications for Germany and Europe.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150 or HIST 116Credits: 3

POLI341 Political Economy ofDevelopmentFrequency: CExamines the wayspolitical-economic factors andrelationships condition the patterns of economic development andpolitical change. The courseexplores: how do economiesdevelop? does class power,domestic and international,determine economic growthpatterns and which social groupsbenefit? Contrasting Marxist andnon-Marxist analyses are used.Contemporary and historicalstudies of development in Europe,the Middle East, Latin America,and Africa are used.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI344 Comparative PublicPolicyFrequency: CSurvey and comparative analysisof public policies in advancedindustrial democracies, withemphasis on the U.S., WesternEurope, Japan, and Canada.Special emphasis ongovernment-business relations,labor relations, regional tradingblocs, industrial planning, publicownership of economicenterprises, privatization, taxpolicy, and government-deliveredhealth care systems.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI345 Film and PoliticsFrequency: CThe course uses film to exploremajor aspects of political life andthe cultural creation of meaningabout social and political power,values, and activities. Films arestudied as social and politicalproducts and to enhanceunderstanding of politicalphenomena in the American andother cultures. These phenomenainclude social/political movements, war, law, and race, gender, andclass differences and conflicts.Major feature films are used.Credits: 4

POLI346 East Asian PoliticalEconomyFrequency: CThe course focuses on thepolitical, social and economicinstitutions that have driven theeconomic development of theseEast Asian countries which areincreasingly creating competitiveproblems for the United States.Extensive discussion of the role ofgovernment planning and groupstructures such as the keiretsuand chaebol. Also analyzed arethe determinants and extent of thedevelopment of democraticgovernment in Confuciansocieties.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI348 The European UnionFrequency: CStudy and analysis of the politicsof the European Union (EU). Topics include: theories ofinternational organization andfunctional integration; the EUinstitutions (e.g., EU Commission,Parliament, Council of Ministers,European Council); and thetreaties and substantive policies. Students may participate in amodel EU at SUNY Fredonia or inEurope in alternate years. Taughton-line only (SUNY LearningNetwork).Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI349 Topics in ComparativePoliticsFrequency: DExamination in depth of currenttopics in comparative politics notfalling within any othercomparative politics course. Maybe taken more than once as topics change.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI352 World PoliticalGeographyFrequency: BExamination of the ways humanshave arranged the territory of theEarth’s surface, including howpersonal space, territoriality, andperception inform anunderstanding of politics; theanalysis of countries within ageopolitical framework; casestudies of how geography hasimpacted empires, civil divisions,and international relations;comparison of distribution of major political systems and theirapplications to territory.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI354 Politics of the MiddleEastFrequency: CAnalysis of Middle East politics,society, and international conflicts. Covers the historical and culturalbackground of Middle East states,the rise of Arab, Israeli, and othernationalisms, and thecontemporary politics and politicaleconomy of major Middle Eaststates. Assesses three entangleddimensions of conflict: inter-Arabstruggles, the Arab-Israeli conflict,and the contest for influence byexternal powers.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI355 International PoliticalEconomyFrequency: CFocuses on the dynamics of theinternational economy, economicpolicies and problems of majorstates, postwar internationalinstitutions, and trade andmonetary systems. Considerstheories and practices of the roleof major powers and multinationalcorporations in the internationaleconomy. Interest in the dramaticchanges in the division of worldproductive power, impact ofglobalization of capital andproduction upon the well-being ofcountries and outbreak of crises,and developing country strugglesto change their economicrelationships with the worldeconomy. ECON 202recommended.Prerequisite(s): ECON 201Credits: 3

POLI356 U.S. Foreign PolicyFrequency: CAnalysis of U.S. foreign policy inthe post-World War II period.Assesses the corporate,ideological, institutional, andstrategic influences inpolicy-making. Studies patterns ofU.S. relations with the U.S.S.R.,Europe, Latin America, and theThird World up to the present inthe context of the Cold War, thearms race, Third World struggles,U.S. responses to revolutionarychange, and U.S. efforts tomaintain a world order.Prerequisite(s): POLI 150Credits: 3

POLI359 Topics in InternationalPoliticsFrequency: DExamination in depth of currenttopic in international politics notfalling within any otherinternational politics course. Maybe taken more than once as topics change.Prerequisite(s): POLI 150Credits: 3


POLI360 Classical PoliticalTheoryFrequency: CAnalytical treatment of mainproblems of political theory byexamination of the writings ofPlato and Aristotle. Discussion ofcontending theories of justice,equality, and political obligation.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150 or POLI 276 or POLI 277Credits: 3

POLI361 Modern PoliticalTheoryFrequency: CAnalytical treatment of mainproblems of political theory byexamination of the writings ofMachiavelli, Hobbes, Locke,Rousseau, Marx, Mill, and Rawls.Discussion of contending theoriesof individual rights and obligations, as well as the justification andlimits of the state.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150 or POLI 276 or POLI 277Credits: 3

POLI363 Game TheoryFrequency: DThe course will use rational choice theory to analyze how individualsand groups make decisions instrategic and non-strategicsituations. Strategic situations arethe result of the interdependentdecisions of several individuals,e.g., nuclear deterrence orbusiness competition. Problemscovered include how computersbeat humans at chess to theevolution processes of society.How do group norms arise whereindividual competition is the usualcourse of action? A low level ofmathematical background isrequired.Prerequisite(s): POLI 200Credits: 3

POLI365 American PoliticalThoughtFrequency: CCritical examination of thedevelopment of American politicalthought, Colonial period to thepresent. Discussion of questionsregarding the status of rights, thelimits of the state, equality, andsocial justice. Includes analysis ofthe role in American politics ofsuch ideologies as liberalism,conservatism, communitarianism,and socialism.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI369 Topics in PoliticalTheoryFrequency: DExamination in depth of topics inpolitical theory not falling withinany other political theory course.May be taken more than once astopics change.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150 or POLI 276 or POLI 277Credits: 3

POLI370 AmericanConstitutional LawFrequency: BStudy of nature and limitations ofjudicial review and Supreme Court decisions regarding distribution ofpowers among national and stategovernments, division of powersbetween president and Congress,and limitations upon congressional and presidential powers.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI276Credits: 3

POLI371 Civil Rights andLibertiesFrequency: BStudy of judicial cases involvingsafeguarding of individual civil and property rights, special emphasisupon recent developments ininterpretation of the due processand equal protection of the lawclauses and First Amendment ofthe U.S. Constitution.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI276Credits: 3

POLI379 Topics in Public LawFrequency: DExamination in depth of topics inpublic law not falling within anyother public law course. May betaken more than once as topicsvary.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150 or POLI 276 or POLI 277Credits: 3

POLI380 Policy EvaluationFrequency: CIn-depth examination of themethods and techniques used toassess the success/failure ofpublic policies. Students learn how to evaluate, acquiring skills thatcould be applied to any policyarea. Topics include choice ofgoals, identification of measures,collection of data, interpretation ofdata and use of an appropriateyardstick of success. Familiaritywith statistics not required.Student learning reinforced by use of several case studies of specificevaluations.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 andPOLI 210 and (POLI 200 or STAT200)Credits: 3

POLI381 Urban Politics andPolicyFrequency: CInvestigation of the events andprocesses that have shaped thedevelopment and decline of U.S.cities. Topics include the evolutionof cities, urban form and design,theories of urban planning, urbanpolitics and governance, urbanpolicy and economics, racial andsocioeconomic isolation, urbanunrest, and the impact oftechnology.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120Credits: 3

POLI382 Social Welfare PolicyFrequency: BExamination of the politics andoperation of the social welfaresystem in the United States.Emphasis on a policy analysis ofcurrent social welfare issues suchas the Social Security crisis,welfare reform, the relationshipbetween welfare and nationaleconomic policy, the functions ofpublic welfare versus privatecharity, and the connectionsbetween direct service and socialreform.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 orSOCW 249Credits: 3

POLI383 Courts and SocialPolicyFrequency: CExamines role of the SupremeCourt and other courts in theshaping of public policies in suchareas as school systems indesegregation cases, mentalhospitals, prisons, and nursinghomes. The course will choosefrom current cases involving major social policy issues such asabortion, prayer in public schools,affirmative action, and capitalpunishment in order to illustratethe dramatic and controversial role of the courts, especially theSupreme Court, in the shaping ofpolicies in America.Prerequisite(s): POLI 276Credits: 3

POLI387 Environmental PolicyFrequency: CA synthesis of the political,ecological, economic, historicaland cultural events and issuesshaping U.S. and internationalenvironmental policy. A broadrange of topics are covered,including environmental history,population growth, the globalcommons, environmental justice,natural hazards, nuclear growth,the role of business, andregulations governing endangered species and habitats, wastedisposal, water and air.Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 orECON 102 or ECON 201 orECON 202 or BIOL 111 or BIOL115 or CHEM 107 or CHEM 113or CHEM 114 or CHEM 115 orGEO 140 or GEO 141 or GEO 142 or GEO 145 or GEO 148 or GEO149 or GEO 160 or GEO 165 orGEO 180 or PHYS 101 or PHYS111 or PHYS 121 or PHYS 230Credits: 3

POLI389 Topics in Public PolicyFrequency: DExamination in depth of topics inpublic policy not falling within anyother public policy course. May betaken more than once as topicsvary.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 or POLI150Credits: 3

POLI401 Washington SeminarFrequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 3

POLI402 Washington InternshipFrequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 3-12

POLI403 Independent Study(Washington)Frequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 3

POLI405 Independent Study(Albany)Frequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 3

POLI406 Seminar in StatePolitics - AlbanyFrequency: APrior selection required.Credits: 3

POLI407 Albany InternshipFrequency: A(Prior selection required)Credits: 3-12

POLI419 Directed Study: PublicAdministrationFrequency: DDirected Studies courses are taken for individual work not available inregular courses, according to thefield to be studied. Topicsdetermined through priorconsultation with instructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 andPOLI 311Credits: 1-3

POLI429 Directed Study:American PoliticsFrequency: DDirected Studies courses are taken for individual work not available inregular courses, according to thefield to be studied. Topicsdetermined through priorconsultation with instructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 311 or POLI313 or POLI 321 or POLI 322 orPOLI 323 or POLI 324Credits: 1-3

POLI439 Directed Study:Comparative PoliticsFrequency: DDirected Studies courses are taken for individual work not available inregular courses, according to thefield to be studied. Topicsdetermined through priorconsultation with instructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 andPOLI 150 and (POLI 330 or POLI331 or POLI 332 or POLI 334 orPOLI 341 or POLI 344 or POLI346 or POLI 352 or POLI 354 orPOLI 355 or POLI 356)Credits: 1-3

POLI449 Directed Study:Political EconomyFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 and POLI150 and (POLI 334 or POLI 341 orPOLI 344 or POLI 346 or POLI 354)Credits: 1-3


POLI450 Senior SeminarFrequency: BA capstone seminar requiringpolitical science majors tointegrate the theoretical, empiricaland methodological skillsdeveloped by previous coursework in the major. Students willcomplete a research project andpresent it to the class. Theseminar will emphasize thestudent’s research andpresentation skills. The course isrequired of all political sciencemajors.Credits: 3

POLI459 Directed Study:International PoliticsFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 andPOLI 150 and (POLI 341 or POLI346 or POLI 354 or POLI 355 orPOLI 356)Credits: 1-3

POLI469 Directed Study:Political TheoryFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 andPOLI 150 and (POLI 360 or POLI361 or POLI 363 or POLI 365)Credits: 1-3

POLI479 Directed Study: LawFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 120 and(POLI 276 or POLI 277 or POLI370 or POLI 371 or POLI 383)Credits: 1-3

POLI489 Directed Study: PublicPolicyFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 380 or POLI381 or POLI 382 or POLI 383 orPOLI 387Credits: 1-3

POLI490 Internship in LocalPolitics and GovernmentFrequency: AAssignment to office of county,city, or village administrativeofficial, public service agency,legislator, political party, judge, orattorney. Provides opportunitiesfor testing theories and conceptsdeveloped in classroom. Involvesfull-time work during part ofsemester.Credits: 3-9

POLI491 Seminar in LocalPolitics and GovernmentFrequency: ADiscussion and reporting onselected readings andexperiences encountered ininternships at local governmentlevel, including assessment ofroles and/or power position ofparticular agencies, offices, ordepartments to which interns areassigned. Also involves writing aresearch paper.Prerequisite(s): POLI 490Credits: 3

POLI492 Legal InternFrequency: BAssignment to law-related office.Provides opportunities for testingtheories and concepts developedin classroom. Involves full-timework during part of semester.Credits: 3-6

POLI494 Legal InternshipSeminarFrequency: DDiscussion and reporting onselected readings andexperiences encountered in legalinternships. Also involves writing a research paper.Prerequisite(s): POLI 492Credits: 3

POLI495 Political ScienceHonors Thesis IFrequency: BA zero credit course to be taken inthe fall of a student’s senior year. The purpose of the course is tostart a student on a majorresearch paper. It is expected that the student will define theirresearch question, and begin theirbibliographic research and/or datacollection during the fall semester. Only students admitted by thedepartment to the honorssequence are eligible.Credits: 0

POLI496 Political ScienceHonors Thesis IIFrequency: BTo be taken in the spring semester of a student’s senior year. Thecourse will allow the student thetime to complete the writing oftheir research paper. Therequirement for the course will bean oral presentation of thestudent’s research presented at ajoint student-faculty reception, and a major research paper. Thelength of the research paper willbe at least 45 pages for ananalytical or case study, and atleast 25 pages for a quantitativeresearch paper. Only studentsadmitted by the department to thehonors sequence are eligible.Prerequisite(s): POLI 495Credits: 3

POLI499 Directed Study:Political ScienceFrequency: DDirected Studies courses aretaken for individual work notavailable in regular courses,according to the field to bestudied. Topics determinedthrough prior consultation withinstructor.Prerequisite(s): POLI 150 andPOLI 200 and POLI 210Credits: 1-3

Psychology

PSY100 Freshman SeminarFrequency: BNew Psychology majors will learnabout the department and what ithas to offer. Career options will beexplored and students will beintroduced to the faculty. Studentsalso will be made aware ofcampus resources and taughtappropriate study skills.Credits: 1

PSY129 Introduction toPsychologyFrequency: ABasic concepts, methods, andpoints of view in psychology.Specific topics span the rangefrom biological to personal tosocial determinants of behavior.Credits: 3

PSY130 Psychology LaboratoryFrequency: AA series of computer-basedlaboratories to give the studenthands on experience with a variety of phenomena in psychology. After the computer exercise, studentsdiscuss findings, implications, andapplications in small groups.Attendance is required. PSY 129 must be taken at the same time, or must have been successfullycompleted in a previous semester.Pre- or co-requisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 1

PSY200 StatisticsFrequency: AInvestigation of basic principles ofdescriptive and inferentialstatistics used in the socialsciences. A sample of the topicscovered includes probability,hypothesis testing (e.g., t-tests,analysis of variance,non-parametrics), correlation andregression. Both raw scoreformulas and computer softwareare employed for computationalpurposes.Credits: 3

PSY203 Computer Applicationsin PsychologyFrequency: DThe course introduces students tothe core applications used in thediscipline of Psychology. A widevariety of currently availableapplications will be explored. Thegoal of the course is to teachstudents how to implementrelevant aspects of theapplications. For example, how touse MS Word to format adocument in APA style, how to use MS Excel to create a graph, orhow to create a verbal or posterpresentation in MS PowerPoint. Students will also be taught how to access and use on-line helpsystems, search and utilize theweb as well as create their ownweb pages.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY210 Research MethodsFrequency: AIntroduction to various researchmethodologies employed in thesocial sciences ranging fromobservational through experimentalresearch. Students are familiarizedwith basic principles of researchdesign, data collection, dataanalysis, and manuscriptpreparation (APA format).Prerequisite(s): PSY 129 and PSY 200Credits: 4

PSY227 Applied PsychologyFrequency: BDiscussion of emerging areas inpsychology and the application ofpsychological principles toreal-world settings. Focus onrelationship between psychologyand various other areas, such aslaw, medicine, business, andmental health.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY237 Sport PsychologyFrequency: BAn introduction to the basicconcepts, principles, andtechniques employed in the field of sport psychology. Major topicsinclude research methods,behavioral principles, personalityand assessment, the socialpsychology of sport, the coach,exercise psychology, youth sport,the female athlete, the minorityathlete and ethical issues.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3


PSY238 PerformanceEnhancementFrequency: CAn applied course for studentsinterested in developing keypsychological skills with the goalof perfomance enhancement.Especially recommended anddesigned for students inperformance-related majors; e.g.,sports, music, theatre, dance, etc. The course will teach mental skillssuch as focus/concentration,emotional control, arousalmanagement, visualization, andgoal setting. It also addressesspecial issues such as overcoming obstacles, buildingself-confidence, dealing withperformance anxiety, andperformance-related group issues.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY244 Cognitive PsychologyFrequency: AExamines the mental operationsinvolved in information processingat the conceptual level. Topicsinclude pattern recognition andattention, memory structures andprocesses, imagery, theinteraction of language andthought, the basic thought process of problem-solving, reasoning anddecision-making.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY245 Social PsychologyFrequency: AIntroduction to interpersonalbehavior. Topics include attraction, prejudice and discrimination,attitudes, social influence,aggression, social perception, and group behavior.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY246 PersonalityFrequency: BBiological and social determinantsof personality and its development. Methods of studying personality.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY247 Health PsychologyFrequency: CExplores the role of psychologicalfactors in the prevention of illnessand maintenance of good health,the treatment of already existingillness, and the recovery from oradjustment to ongoing illness.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY255 Psychology of WomenFrequency: BAn examination of the biological,psychological and sociologicalfactors that shape women’s lives.Attention to the intersection ofgender with ethnicity, sexualorientation, and social class.Specific topics include theories ofgender development, images ofwomen in the media, work, childbirth and motherhood, violence, physicaland mental health.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129 or WOST 201Credits: 3

PSY273 States ofConsciousnessFrequency: BScientific overview of ordinaryconsciousness and other states ofconsciousness including sleep and dreams, meditation, biofeedback,hypnosis, drug-induced states,and parapsychology. Thepotentials, limitations, and dangers of these various states ofconsciousness are considered.Credits: 3

PSY276 Human SexualityFrequency: CIntroduction to theoreticalexplanations of empirical evidence regarding human sexual behavior.Consideration of reproductiveanatomy and physiology; sexuallytransmitted diseases; sexualattitudes and behaviors throughout the life cycle; contraception; socialissues related to sexuality; sexualdysfunctions; and communicationin intimate relationships.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY280 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in Psychology notcovered in detail by regularcourses and not offered on aregular basis.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY286 Gender DifferencesFrequency: DSurvey of physical,social-emotional, and cognitivesex differences revealed inresearch data and manifested incultural stereotypes. Theoreticalexplanations for origins of thesedifferences. Emphasis throughouton critical analysis of the data.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY289 Lifespan HumanDevelopmentFrequency: DSurvey of human life cycle,covering physical, mental,personality, and socialdevelopment taking place duringdifferent periods (infancy,childhood, adolescence,adulthood). Attention todevelopmental issues andparticular processes operatingwithin and between specificperiods (e.g., marriage,parenthood, career, death, andbereavement).Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY300 Intermediate StatisticsFrequency: DApplication of statistical conceptsto experimental design inpsychological research.Prerequisite(s): PSY 200Credits: 3

PSY310 Advanced ResearchMethodsFrequency: CIn-depth examination of variousmethodologies employed inpsychology, including factorialdesign.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210Credits: 3

PSY317 Tests andMeasurementsFrequency: CIntroduction to the principles oftesting including reliability andvalidity. The nature and application of different types of tests(measures of achievement,aptitude, intelligence, personality,and interests) are discussed. Bothoccupational and educationaltesting are covered.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129 and PSY 200Credits: 3

PSY342 PerceptionFrequency: AAn investigation of the mentaloperations involved in the processof obtaining information from one’s everyday environment andconstructing the psychologicalrepresentations that form the basis of the capacity to adapt to thatenvironment. Topics include theperception of space, motion, andform; perceptual constancies;perceptual organization; attentionand search; learning anddevelopment.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY344 Psychology ofLanguageFrequency: CThe study of human language andthought processes. The coursecovers the following topics:speech perception, the role ofmemory systems in processingsentences and storing knowledge,the development of the languagerule system in children, theinfluence of mother’s language onthe acquisition process, andsecond language acquisition.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY347Industrial/OrganizationalPsychologyFrequency: CExamination of the dynamic nature of interpersonal behavior within anorganizational context. Topicsinclude motivation, group processes,leadership, stress, decision-making,and communication. Personnelmatters including selection, training,and appraisal are discussed.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY349 Child PsychologyFrequency: BA review of research findings andnormative data pertaining tochildren in such areas asperception, learning, cognition,and personality.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY351 PhysiologicalPsychologyFrequency: AStudy of physiological basis ofbehavior.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY355 Group DynamicsFrequency: CAnalysis and evaluation ofconcepts, hypotheses, techniques, and research in group dynamics.Prerequisite(s): PSY 245 or SOC204Credits: 3

PSY356 Abnormal PsychologyFrequency: AIntroduction to psychologicaldisorders, focusing on theoreticalapproaches to conceptualizingabnormal behavior and currentresearch regarding thesymptomatology, etiology, andtreatment of disorders. Methodsof assessment and diagnosis ofmental disorders will also beexamined.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY358 Psychology and theLawFrequency: BAn examination of the legalsystem through the use ofpsychological concepts, methods,and research results.Controversial legal issues will beexamined. Topics will includetheories of crime, forensicassessment, the insanity defense,the trial process, and the impact of gender and ethnicity. Influentialcases will be analyzed from apsychological perspective.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY361 Cognitive NeuroscienceFrequency: BCognitive neuroscience is thestudy of the biology of the mind. The disciplines of cognitivepsychology, behavioral neurology,and neuroscience, have combined to form this relatively new field. The course will address the neural bases of cognition including topics such as perception, attention,memory, language, cerebrallateralization and specialization,motor control and development.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY364 Cognitive DevelopmentFrequency: BA study of the conceptual changes which occur during childhood.Topics include theories ofcognitive development, infantperceptual capabilities, theevolution of representations,memory systems, languageacquisition, and reasoning. Focusis on current research and theory.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3


PSY365 Social DevelopmentFrequency: BExplores the process ofsocialization. Theories andresearch relating to socialdevelopment in areas such asachievement, self-concept,aggression, altruism, and genderroles are covered. Emphasis onthe impact of and linkage betweenvarious socialization agents (e.g.,parents, peers, and school). Social issues (e.g., divorce, drug abuse,etc.) and intervention programswill be considered.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY366 Psychology ofAdulthoodFrequency: DExamination of data and theoryhaving to do with psychologicalissues of importance in adultdevelopment (perception,cognition, identity, intimacy,socialization, life phases, etc.),and implications of these for adults and those working with them.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY370 Cross-CulturalPsychologyFrequency: AAn introduction to psychologicaltheory and research from theperspective of other cultures.Investigates the origins ofpsychological thought andoverviews the development of thediscipline in various historical andpolitical contexts. Focus will varyfrom semester to semesterdepending upon instructor.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY373 Human FactorsFrequency: BThe study of how humansperceive, think about, and interactwith technology and machines.Includes evaluating humanperformance with technologicalsystems, and designing suchsystems for reducing human error.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY379 Child PsychopathologyFrequency: BAn introduction to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment ofabnormal behavior in children andadolescents, with consideration ofvariability in symptomatology andtreatment as a function ofdevelopmental status.Prerequisite(s): PSY 356Credits: 3

PSY380 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in Psychology notcovered in detail by regularcourses and not offered on aregular basis.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY429 History and Systems ofPsychologyFrequency: BAn examination of the ideas,people, and historical contexts that have shaped psychology.Psychology will be explored as anoutgrowth of philosophy and thenatural sciences that hasundergone major shifts indefinition, methods, and focus.Special attention is given to thedevelopment, progression, anddecline of schools of thought suchas radical behaviorism andpsycholanalysis.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210Credits: 3

PSY430 Theories of PsychologyFrequency: BA discussion of the principles,assumptions, construction, andapplication of various theories ofhuman behavior. The specifictheories covered will vary with theinstructor, e.g., Anderson’scognitive theory, Bandura’s sociallearning theory, Freud’spsychoanalytic theory, Piaget’stheory of development, Skinner’stheory of learning.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210Credits: 3

PSY439 Senior Honors SeminarFrequency: BIn-depth analysis of selectedtopics.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210Credits: 3

PSY445 Seminar in SocialPsychologyFrequency: CIn-depth exploration of a specifictopic in Social Psychology. Topics covered will vary with theinstructor, e.g., Psychology ofEthnicity, Leadership andAchievement, Social Cognitionand Attribution Processes,Intimate Relationships, Prejudiceand Discrimination.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210 and PSY 245Credits: 3

PSY447 Introduction toCounselingFrequency: AProvides an overview to the fieldsof counseling and clinicalpsychology, focusing on currenttheoretical approaches toconducting psychotherapy andcounseling, assessment tools andtechniques used in the fields ofclinical and counselingpsychology, and the basic skills(e.g., interviewing,problem-solving, active listening)used in counseling interventionswith clients. Abnormal Psychology is a recommended prerequisite.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129Credits: 3

PSY454 Theories of MemoryFrequency: BIn depth exploration of severaltheoretical approaches to thestudy of human memory. Past,present, and future implications ofthe theories will be evaluated anddiscussed.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210 and(PSY 244 or PSY 364)Credits: 3

PSY458 Practicum in TeachingFrequency: AWith supervision, teachingassistants (TAs) experiencevarious aspects of teachingincluding class preparation,leading discussions, and studentevaluation. Each TA is responsible for sections of PSY 130Psychology Laboratory.Prerequisite(s): PSY 210Credits: 3

PSY479 Internship inPsychologyFrequency: AA number of internships areavailable to psychology students.These vary in setting but allinvolve work under supervision ina community setting. Studentsshould see the departmentinternship director for a description of internships available.Credits: 3-6

PSY489 Independent StudyFrequency: AIndividual student researchconducted under guidance ofselected instructors, withpermission of instructor.Credits: 1-3

Russian

RUSS115 Elementary Russian IFrequency: DFor students with no previouspreparation. Study of funda-mental speech patterns. Initialstress on listening comprehensionand oral ability. Progressivelygreater emphasis on reading andwriting skills.Credits: 3

RUSS116 Elementary Russian IIFrequency: DContinuation of RUSS 115. Further introduction tofundamental speech patterns. For students with one semester ofcollege level Russian orequivalent. Stress on listeningcomprehension, oral ability,reading, and writing skills.Prerequisite(s): RUSS 115Credits: 3

Science Education

SCED105 Nature of Science and Science EducationFrequency: BThe course provides anintroduction to planning, teachingstyles, classroom management,and instructional materials for thesecondary classroom. It will alsoexamine the history andfoundations of education and theroles of school staff, students,parents and the community instudent learning. In addition, thecourse will prepare (7-12) scienceteachers to have knowledge andskills in order to accuratelyrepresent what scientists do, howscientific knowledge is producedand debated, and what are thelimits to scientific inquiry. Directexperiences with children are anintegral part of the course via thefield component, SCED 106.Co-requisite(s): SCED 106Credits: 3

SCED106 Nature of ScienceEducation Field ExperienceFrequency: BThe course is the field componentto SCED 105 and providescandidates the opportunity to gainexperience teaching the nature ofscience in 7-12 classroom.Co-requisite(s): SCED 105Credits: 0

SCED276 Literacy andTechnology for Science andMathematicsFrequency: BThe course provides an overview ofthe processes involved in literacyacquisition and instructionaltechnologies available to enhanceteaching in science andmathematics. The relationship ofreading and writing, and aspects ofwriting development and writingprocess appropriate to each stageof reading development will bepresented. Topics: conceptual andmethodological issues related toinstruction and acquisition ofreading, the role and use oftechnology in literacy instruction,assessment of candidate’s readingand writing, diversity in readingacquisition, use of computers,graphing calculators and othermultimedia applications.Credits: 3

SCED303 Assessment forInquiry-Based ScienceFrequency: BDifferent models of evaluation andvarious techniques used in theasessment of science knowledgeand skills will be developed. Examples and procedures directlyrelated to the teaching ofinquiry-based science will bestressed. The course willintroduce students to actionresearch, a form of self-reflectivesystematic inquiry by practionerson their own practice.Prerequisite(s): SCED 105 andSCED 106 or (EDU 105 and EDU106)Credits: 3


SCED305 Diversity in theTeaching of Science andMathematicsFrequency: BThe course provides a theoreticalframework for exploring anddeveloping a culturally responsiveapproach to the teaching ofmathematics and science. Inexploring different instructionalformats, the course allowscandidates to develop approaches that prepare them for anever-increasing population ofstudents that reflect diversebackgrounds and abilities. Thefield experience is a co-requisitethat allows the candidates theopportunity to apply theirknowledge on the issuespresented in the course work to adiverse population.Prerequisite(s): SCED 105Co-requisite(s): SCED 313Credits: 3

SCED313 Diversity in TeachingMath and Science FieldExperienceFrequency: BThe course is the field componentto SCED 305. Candidates will use different instructional formats todevelop effective approaches forteaching science to students withdifferent backgrounds and abilitiesin diverse educational learningenvironments.Co-requisite(s): SCED 305Credits: 0

SCED419 Adolescence ScienceMethodsFrequency: BThe course is an active inquiry into how and why we teach science,considering from what science is,how science literacy could beacheived, what “learning” entails,and what kinds of curricula andteaching best enable sciencelearning.Credits: 3

Science

SCI301 Science for ElementaryEducators IFrequency: AIn-depth focus on key concepts inthe areas of chemistry andphysics. Application of theseconcepts to real world situationsand to topics in the elementaryscience curriculum areemphasized.Credits: 3

SCI302 Science for ElementaryEducators LabFrequency: ADesigned for childhood educationmajors, the laboratory engagesstudents in experiments frombiology, chemistry, geology andphysics. Most of the experimentsare interdisciplinary in nature. The students will plan and executeexperiments and then evaluatetheir data and document theirconclusions. Evaluation will bebased on laboratory notebook,written lab reports and oralpresentation of experimentalresults.Credits: 1

SCI303 Science for ElementaryEducators IIFrequency: AIn-depth focus on key concepts inthe areas of biology and geology. Applications of these concepts toreal world situations and to topicsin the elementary sciencecurriculum are emphasized.Credits: 3

SCI325 Science TeachingAssistantshipFrequency: AThe course is designed to providescience education majors withscience teaching experienceguided by science faculty.Students will assist in curriculumdevelopment, preparation andinstruction for lectures, interactiveactivities and laboratoryexperiments in the areas ofbiology, chemistry, earth scienceand physics. The students will beteaching assistants for SCI 301,302, and/or 303.Prerequisite(s): SCI 301 and SCI302 and SCI 303Credits: 1

SCI491 Special Topics inScience EducationFrequency: BCourses on topics of special orcurrent interest or, experimentalcourses in science education.Credits: 1-6

Time ShortenedDegree

SDEG100 HumanitiesFrequency: BAdvanced English 12 class takenby students in the 3-1-3 Program. This is a year-long writingintensive course that provides asurvey of western literary texts.Credits: 3-6

SDEG102 ChemistryFrequency: BStudents from specific area highschools earn general educationcredits for fourth year high schoolChemistry. Students must passthe Regents or earn a C or better if non-Regents. For specific coursedescription, contact 3-1-3 Program (4th Floor-Reed Library 716-673-3550).Credits: 3-6

Seneca

SEN115 Elementary Seneca IFrequency: DFor students with no previouspreparation. Study offundamentals of speech patterns. Initial stress on listeningcomprehension and oral ability. Progressively greater emphasis on reading and writing skills.Credits: 3

Sociology

SOC116 Introductory SociologyFrequency: AThe methods, insights, andperspectives of sociology; howsociologists do their work; howindividuals are influenced bysociety and culture; how peoplelearn to become members ofsociety (the socialization process), and how people interact withothers in it. Review of major topics of sociological interest andconcern.Credits: 3

SOC160 Special TopicsFrequency: DA course covering material notcovered by existing courses.Offered on an occasional basis.Credits: 3

SOC200 Social StatisticsFrequency: BAn introduction to the place ofstatistics in the research process;develops understanding ofstatistics as a valuable tool inanalyzing data. Deals withprobability, sampling, tables,graphs, averages, measure ofvariation, measures of association, tests of significance, andmultivariate statistics. Specialemphasis given to analysis ofsurvey data using computers.Note: Credit for at most one of thefollowing courses may be appliedtowards a student’s requirementsfor graduation: BUAD 200, ECON200, EDU 200, POLI 200, SOC200, and STAT 200.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC201 Social ProblemsFrequency: BReview of the causes, nature,dynamics, and modes ofalleviating some major socialproblems in contemporary U.S.Among the problems which maybe reviewed are poverty,deviance, crime and delinquency,discrimination (racism, sexism,ageism), ecological-environmental threats, over population, as well as problems of vital institutions(familial, medical, political,economic).Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC202 Social AnalysisFrequency: ASeeks to orient students toward abroad range of social phenomenain such a way that they can beginto systematically question,analyze, and articulate asociological point of view.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC204 Social PsychologyFrequency: BThe forms of social interaction that relate people to each other ineveryday life and theconsequences for individuals oftheir social experiences.Theoretical models applied andevaluated for their explanatorypower in illuminating such issuesas socialization into roles, attitudeformation, development of selfconcept, conflict resolution, etc.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC215 Introduction to PublicHealthFrequency: CPublic Health is aninterdisciplinary field concernedwith the physical, mental andenvironmental health concerns ofcommunities and populations atrisk for disease and injury. Topicsexamined in this course include“traditional public health” issues:infectious and chronic diseases,injuries, diet, maternal/child healthand threats to the naturalenvironment. This course will also examine “newer public health”concerns includingbioterrorism/superterrorism,human-generated and naturaldisasters, risk communication, and public health hoaxes.Credits: 3

SOC218 Introduction to SocialWorkFrequency: BIntroduction to theoretical andpractical foundations of socialwork. Examination of values,knowledge, and skills underlying a generalist approach to social work. Analysis of role of social workersin such settings as hospitals,schools, mental health agencies,and family and child welfareagencies.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC240 Health and SocietyFrequency: DExamines the social psychology of health and illness, socialepidemology and the socialcorrelates of illness, and theorganization of health care,including the doctor-patientrelationship, the healthprofessionals, and healthinstitutions.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3


SOC245 Applied SociologyFrequency: BAn introduction to the applicationof sociological theories, concepts,and research strategies to helppeople, organizations, agencies,and communities identify, analyze, and solve problems and toevaluate the success of problemsolving efforts. A variety ofsociological approaches are linked to problem definition andresolution strategies routinelyused in numerous professionalsettings, including needsassessment, program evaluation,program outcomes and impactassessment, social indicatorsdevelopment, and managementinformation systems. The courseincludes a lab component that willprovide beginning level skills inusing several software packageswidely employed in applied work.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC272 ExploringCommunity-Based Social WorkFrequency: BExplores how communities andthe social work profession respond to social problems. Traditionalclassroom-based learning iscombined with service learningactivities to increase studentknowledge of the social servicedelivery system.Prerequisite(s): SOC 218Credits: 3

SOC300 Research MethodsFrequency: AA course concerned with knowing; emphasis is placed on theevaluation of information and theresearch process:conceptualization, design,measurement, and datacollections methods of survey,experiment and observation arediscussed.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 andSOC 200Credits: 3

SOC303 Social Class andInequalityFrequency: BExamines the sources, forms, andconsequences of social inequality, with major emphasis on socialstratification in the United States.Emphasis on social class, but also includes racial and ethnicstratification, and genderinequality. Also analyses ondebate over the inevitability ofinequality, and examines relatedissues in social policy.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC306 Sex and GenderFrequency: ADescription and analysis of sexand gender roles and relationships from a variety of societies atdifferent levels of socio-culturalcomplexity. Note: Also listed asANTH 300 and WOST 302.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 or ANTH 115Credits: 3

SOC310 Sociology of DeviantBehaviorFrequency: DCovers theoretical and empiricalissues in the sociologicalunderstanding of deviant behavior. Research studies of several formsof career deviance analyzed andcritiqued: suicide, skid row,addiction, prostitution,homosexuality, mental illness,physical handicaps.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC311 Sociology of AddictionFrequency: CExamination of all that behaviorwhich has come to be identified as addiction including tobaccosmoking, alcoholism, substanceabuse, eating disorders andgambling. An analysis ofcompeting theories of addictionand treatment. The political,economic and social ramificationsof addiction control.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC312 Plagues and PeoplesFrequency: BThe course explores the impact ofdisease on human populations interms of demographic, cultural and social changes. The rise of healthcare delivery systems isaddressed as a response toepidemics. Examples include thebubonic plague of the 14th and17th centuries, cholera, influenza,polio and AIDS. Note: Also listedas ANTH 301.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 or ANTH 115Credits: 3

SOC316 Minority GroupsFrequency: BStudy of discrimination againstethnic groups (race, religion,national origins); major groupingswithin the U.S. such as blacks,Jews, Native Americans,Hispanics, and Asian Americans.Ethnic relations in countriesthroughout the world, with anemphasis on the impact ofcolonialism on ethnic relations.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC320 Family SociologyFrequency: BOverview of sociologicalperspectives on the family;emphasis on current state of thefamily in society. Topics includepremarital sexual behavior andattitudes; dynamics of mateselection; marriage as aninstitution; marriage and sex roles; family dynamics (parenthood,childhood, family politics, violencein the family, divorce, etc.);marriage and the family as asubjective reality; alternative family forms; and the future of the family.Relationship between family andother social institutions.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC321 Population and SocietyFrequency: BAn introduction to socialdemography, the course providesan overview of the three basicdemographic processes: fertility,mortality, and migration. Itevaluates the relationships amongthese population processes andtheir interaction with populationstructures and characteristics,such as age, sex, marital status,race/ethnicity, social class andreligion. It also examinescontemporary social issuesassociated with the populationprocesses, including equality,aging, urbanization, women andhousehold structure, economicdevelopment and environmentalconcerns.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC325 Complex OrganizationsFrequency: DSocial structure and socialprocesses of formal organizations. Behavior within organizations.Comparison of major types oforganizations: educational,military, business-industrial,hospital, and governmental.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC327 Understanding PeopleFrequency: DUsing biographies, explores howkey sociological factors such asage, gender, race, marital status,socio-economic status,occupation, religion and healthaffect the everyday life of people,their life chances and life choices,their perspectives on themselvesand on their world, their valuesand their beliefs.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC335 Sociology of SportFrequency: CIntroduction to sport as a socialinstitution; social function of sport;sport and culture, schools, andsocialization; sport and women,race, and ethnic groups; sport andmass media; sport andstratification and social change.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC337 Sociology of AgingFrequency: DIn-depth overview of socialgerontology, focusing on aging inmodern societies. How majorinstitutional changes affect theaged. Review of major problems:status as a minority, retirementadjustment, income, social attitude towards the aged, kinship andother roles.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC338 Sociology of Death and DyingFrequency: DExamines the growing body ofsociological and socialpsychological literature onhumankind’s last major statuspassage. Institutions whichstructure death are consideredand the processes accompanyingdying are investigated.Cross-cultural as well as American death phenomena are included.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC345 Women, Health andSocietyFrequency: BExamines ways in which healthand illness for women are definedand managed. Topics include themedicalization of pregnancy andbirth, adolescence and sexuality,addiction, mental health,menopause, body image, and,women as health care providers.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC350 Special TopicsFrequency: DSpecial topics in sociology notcovered in detail by regularcourses and not offered on aregular basis.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 1-3

SOC361 Law in the WorldFrequency: CCompares criminal law and justice systems of a variety ofcontemporary societies. Detailscharacteristics of common law,civil law, and socialist law legalsystems as contexts to explore the practices of specific countries.Examines crime patterns acrosscountries.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC363 VictimologyFrequency: DIntroduction to the study ofvictim-criminal relationships.Issues of conceptual and empirical interest covered include: history ofthe status of victims of crime inWestern criminal justice systems;sociological characteristics ofvictims; victim-risk;victim-precipitated crimes; andvictim compensation programs.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC364 Juvenile DelinquencyFrequency: BAn examination of delinquentbehavior and its distribution insociety. Topical issues discussedinclude the juvenile justice system, theories of delinquency, andmethods of social control of thisbehavior.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3


SOC365 Family ViolenceFrequency: DThe variety of forms of familyviolence-child abuse, partnerabuse, elder abuse are examinedwith regard to its range and scopeas well as legal and culturalissues. Explanations of andsocietal responses to thesephenomena are detailed andevaluated. Prerequisites - SOC116 and Junior StandingPrerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC380 Sociological TheoryFrequency: BThe evolution of sociologicaltheory is traced from the traditionsestablished by Marx, Durkheim,Weber, and Mead throughcontemporary phenomenological,critical, feminist, postmodern, andlate modern schools of thought inorder to understand the differentassumptions and claims aboutwhat human beings are like, whatsociety is, and what we can knowabout the two that have arisen indifferent social contexts.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 andSOC 202Credits: 3

SOC400 Senior SeminarFrequency: BA capstone course required forsenior sociology majors designedto provide the opportunity toengage in an intensiveexamination of a topic of broadand enduring social andsociological significance. Thetopic will be of sufficient breadth to raise theoretical, methodological,and substantive issues, some ofwhich may have been alreadyencountered in other courses. The seminar format and the senior status of its members will providea context in which these issuescan be examined in greater depthand integrated into a moredeveloped and coherentsociological perspective throughextensive reading and writing. The seminar format also demandsthat students assume greaterresponsibilities for their ownlearning and that of their fellowmembers.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

SOC415 Seminar in PublicHealthFrequency: CIn-depth exploration of selectedtopics in public health, with special emphasis on epidemiologicalinvestigations and applications.Major focus varies from semesterto semester depending oninterests of students andinstructor. The general goal of thecourse is to help students (a)further develop their skills inepidemiology, the science ofpublic health; and (b) integratecourse topics and themes fromdisciplines comprising the publichealth minor, so that they can usethis knowledge to explore jobs,careers and graduate education inpublic health. Students must havecompleted 15 hours of coursework in the public health minor,including Introduction to PublicHealth.Credits: 1

SOC470 Directed StudyFrequency: AOne to 3 credit hours of credit forindividualized study underguidance of a member of thefaculty. Permission of instructor.Credits: 1-3

SOC472 Sociology InternshipFrequency: ASupervised placement with apublic or private organization. Alimited number of opportunities toobserve and participate insociology-related endeavors in the workplace. Permission ofinstructor.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 1-15

Social Work

SOCW249 Social WelfareInstitutionsFrequency: BIntroduces students to the basicpublic and private sectormechanisms of social welfarepolicy and services through thelens of history. The importance ofvalues/attitudes/beliefs in thepolitical process and the conceptof social justice are analyzed. The development of the social workprofession is featured. SOC 116,SOC 218, or permission ofinstructor.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 andSOC 218Credits: 3

SOCW315 Child WelfareFrequency: CA survey of the child welfare fieldof practice. Emphasis is onservices provided to children andtheir families and the local,national, and state policies thatguide them.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 or SOC218Credits: 3

SOCW325 Social Work PracticeMethods IFrequency: BThe first of four sequenced socialwork practice courses in whichstudents learn generalist socialwork practice theory and method.In-depth presentation and study ofthe foundation layers of knowledge needed to implement generalistproblem-solving within andbetween micro, mezzo and macrosystems. Advanced statusrequired.Credits: 3

SOCW340 Human Behavior inSocial Environment IFrequency: BIntroduces theory and knowledgeused in the person-in-environmentperspective to prepare afoundation on which to buildgeneralist practice skills. A focuson systems theory approach willlead to an understanding of howthe biological, psychological, andsocial systems are interrelatedand affect human developmentthroughout the lifespan. Advancedstatus required.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110Credits: 3

SOCW341 Human Behavior inSocial Environment IIFrequency: BBuilds on the knowledge andtheory learned in Human Behaviorin Social Environment I. Acombination of social systems and life span theoretical frameworkswill continue to be utilized toprovide a foundation forunderstanding human behaviorfrom middle adulthood through late adulthood.Prerequisite(s): SOCW 340Credits: 3

SOCW370 Social Work PracticeMethods IIFrequency: BSecond course in the social workcourse practice sequence buildson SOCW 325. Focus is on theskills needed to implement thegeneralist problem solving method within and between micro, mezzoand macro systems.Prerequisite(s): SOCW 325Credits: 3

SOCW390 Social Work PracticeMethods IIIFrequency: BThe third practice methods coursechallenges the students toincrease their generalistproblem-solving, communication,assessment, and interventionskills with multiple systems. TheMonitoring and Evaluation stage of generalist problem solving ishighlighted.Prerequisite(s): POLI 382 andSOC 300 and SOCW 249 andSOCW 370Co-requisite(s): SOCW 480 orSOCW 485Credits: 3

SOCW399 Selected TopicsFrequency: AVariable-content course; topic willbe announced in the CourseOffering Bulletin each semesteroffered.Credits: 3

SOCW400 Social Work PracticeMethods IVFrequency: BThe final course in the practicesequence is an integrationscourse asking students to analyzeall aspects of generalist socialwork practice. This is a student-led class which covers all CSWEcontent areas through discussion,role play, simulation and majoranalytical writing assignments.Professional critical thinking is aprimary focus. Field Practicumstudents only.Co-requisite(s): Credits: 3

SOCW470 Directed StudyFrequency: AIndividualized study with a socialwork faculty member. Permissionof instructor.Credits: 1-3

SOCW480 Field Practicum IFrequency: BThe first semester of aprofessionally supervised 500 total hour placement in a humanservices agency. Students areexpected to complete 250 hours of direct service to individuals,families, groups or communitiesand/or other duties expected of abeginning-level social workerduring the semester. Students areexpected to apply social worktheory, knowledge and method toactual cases, identify areas ofprofessional growth, process theirexperiences, and begin assessingtheir practice using standardresearch methods. Social Workmajors only.Prerequisite(s): SOCW 325 andSOCW 340 and SOCW 341 andSOCW 370 and SOC 300 andPOLI 382Co-requisite(s): SOCW 390 andSOCW 485Credits: 3


SOCW485 Field Practicum I with SeminarFrequency: BAn extension of SOCW 480: Field Practicum I allowing for thesectioning of practicum studentsinto small peer groups for weeklygroup meetings. Students aredivided into sections and assigned faculty field liaisons who assiststudents develop and implementan individualized professionallearning contract for theirpracticum placements. Weeklymeetings are held to analyzeissues discovered through thepracticum experience. Facultyliaisons monitor and evaluatestudent performance for the entirepracticum experience (SOCW 480 and 485).Prerequisite(s): SOCW 325 andSOCW 370 and SOC 300 andPOLI 382Co-requisite(s): SOCW 390 andSOCW 480Credits: 3

SOCW490 Field Practicum IIFrequency: BThe continuation of the studentsexperiential learning at the sameagency in which the student wasplaced in during SOCW 480.Students need to complete 250 ormore hours of direct servicepractice and/or other dutiesexpected of the beginning levelsocial worker.Prerequisite(s): SOCW 480 andSOCW 485 and SOCW 390Co-requisite(s): SOCW 495Credits: 3

SOCW495 Field Practicum IIwith SeminarFrequency: BAn extension of SOCW 490: FieldPracticum II which allows for thesectioning of practicum studentsinto small peer groups for weeklygroup meetings. Expectations forstudent performance increase andnew learning contracts areconstructed and implemented.Weekly meetings focus on thecritical assessment of thestudent’s use of skill, knowledge,and theory in their practicumplacement. Faculty field liasonsfacilitate group meetings andmonitor the practicum experience,evaluating student performance for both SOCW 490 and 495.Prerequisite(s): SOCW 480 andSOCW 485Co-requisite(s): SOCW 490Credits: 3

Speech Pathologyand Audiology

SPA100 Freshman Seminar inSpeech Language PathologyFrequency: BFreshman Seminar in SpeechPathology is a one-credit coursethat is intended to help incomingSpeech Pathology freshmensucceed at SUNY Fredonia andbecome lifelong learners. Thecourse introduces first yearstudents to the academic andsocial aspects of college life, andis designed to empower studentsto become successful learners atthe collegiate level. FreshmanSeminar in Speech Pathologyprovides both an introduction tothe nature of college educationand a general orientation to thefunctions and resources of thecollege as a whole.Credits: 1

SPA115 Introduction to SignLanguageFrequency: BIntroduces the student to threemajor areas of learning to use asigned language. First, deafculture is explored. Second,manual communications as alanguage is surveyed. Third, thepractical application of signlanguage as a method ofcommunication is stressed andpracticed. In class and out of class practice is emphasized.Credits: 3

SPA150 Introduction toCommunicative DisordersFrequency: BIntroduction to and overview of the field of communicative disorders(speech, language and hearing).Interactions with relateddisciplines in the humanities, andin the behavioral, biological andphysical sciences, as well as study of the normal communicationprocesses.Credits: 3

SPA201Voice/Articulation/ResonanceFrequency: DSurvey of voice and speechproduction. Introduction toInternational Phonetic Alphabet.Techniques of analysis andimprovement of simple devianciesof voice, articulation, andresonance. Vocal hygiene isstressed.Credits: 3

SPA206 Fundamentals ofAcousticsFrequency: BThe course is designed tointroduce Speech Pathologystudents to the fundamentalconcepts of general acoustics.The nature of sound waves,simple harmonic motion, relativemeasure of power, complexwaves, Fourier analysis,resonance and filtering distortionand sound transmission will becovered. Emphasis will be placedon the analysis and measurementof speech production andperception. High school physicsand/or PHYS 120 isrecommended.Credits: 3

SPA208 GeriatricCommunication DisordersFrequency: DProvides students in relatedprograms with information aboutthe communication problems anddisorders associated with aging.Focuses on the normalcommunication process, speech,language and hearing disorders ofthe aged and the psychosocialconsequences of disorderedcommunication. Managementapproaches, services availableand the evolving role of the healthprofessional are discussed.Credits: 2

SPA215 Intermediate SignLanguageFrequency: BPrior completion of an introductory course in sign language required.Intermediate Sign Languageextends the three major areasintroduced in Introduction to SignLanguage. First, deaf culture isanalyzed by reviewing selectedliterary works. Second, manualcommunications as a language iscritically analyzed. Third, thepractical application of signlanguage as a method ofcommunication is stressed andpracticed. The course emphasizes a transition from signing English to American Sign Language.Prerequisite(s): SPA 115Credits: 3

SPA250 Speech and LanguageDevelopmentFrequency: BIntroduction to normal languageand speech development inchildren. Provides theoretical andpractical frame of reference forstudents entering child-centeredprofessions. Foundations oflanguage and speech acquisition,developmental processes requisite to normal speech and language,and means of facilitating normalcommunicative abilities.Credits: 3

SPA268 PhoneticsFrequency: BStudy of general articulatoryphonetics, introduction to acousticphonetics and phonology.Students transcribe English andnon-English sounds followingInternational Phonetic Alphabet(IPA).Credits: 3

SPA280 Speech-LanguagePathology IFrequency: BDescription, assessment andtherapy for articulation disorders,disorders due to cleft lip andpalate, voice, fluency andlanguage disorders. Relatedtopics will include multiculturalcommunication, communicationmodels, language sampling,testing statistics, cultural andage-related issues ofcommunication, English grammar,and goal-writing.Prerequisite(s): SPA 250 and SPA 268 and SPA 310Credits: 3

SPA310 Speech and HearingMechanismFrequency: BExamines the anatomical andphysiological characteristics of the speech and hearing mechanisms.Specific focus on the integration of the respiratory, phonatory,supraglottal and hearing systemsas they relate to speechproduction and perception.Credits: 3

SPA316 Speech ScienceFrequency: BStudy of the interrelationshipsbetween acoustic, physiological,and aerodynamic factorsinfluencing voice and speechproduction, including study ofprocesses of respiration,phonation, resonation, articulation, and their interrelationships.Prerequisite(s): SPA 310 and SPA 268Credits: 3

SPA322 Hearing Problems andTestsFrequency: BIntroduction to acoustics, anatomy, physiology and pathology of theauditory system. Study andperformance of audiology asapplied in clinical environments.Emphasis on theoretical andapplied research to differentiatenormal from abnormal audition.Prerequisite(s): SPA 310Credits: 3

SPA323 Phonological/Language DisordersFrequency: BAssessment and interventionprinciples and practicesappropriate for working witharticulation and languageproblems of children.Prerequisite(s): SPA 250Credits: 3


SPA328 Clinical MethodsFrequency: BStudy of diagnostic andtherapeutic methodologies formanagement of thecommunicatively impaired. Students will complete 25 hours inclinical observation.Prerequisite(s): SPA 250 and SPA 268 and SPA 310Credits: 3

SPA329 Clinical Practice:Communication DisordersFrequency: AApplication of the student’sknowledge from the classroom toa clinical situation. Student internsassigned to college clinic or offcampus school sites providespeech/language testing andtherapy to clients under facultysupervision. Required attendanceat weekly staff meetings for casereviews and presentation ofdiagnostic and remedial materials.No less than a C grade in SPA328 Clinical Methods, and a 2.75GPA.Prerequisite(s): SPA 250 and SPA 268 and SPA 310 and SPA 328Co-requisite(s): SPA 331Credits: 3

SPA330 Clinical PracticeFrequency: DAs required.Credits: 3

SPA331 Clinical Practice:Lecture and StaffingFrequency: AWeekly meeting with ClinicCoordinator for lectures on testsand procedures appropriate to thecurrent clinical environment.Co-requisite(s): SPA 329Credits: 1

SPA398 Clinical Methods inEvaluationFrequency: BAn introduction to diagnosticmethodologies for management ofthe communicatively impaired. Students will gain knowledge witha variety of publishedstandardized tests with respect tothe following areas: appropriatetest selection, knowledge of testrationale/content, administrationprocedures and recording testresponses, accurate scoring andinterpretation, diagnosis, informalassessment, goal developmentand report writing. In addition,students will gain knowledge in the referral process and qualificationcriteria for services.Prerequisite(s): SPA 250 and SPA 268 and SPA 310Credits: 3

SPA399 Clinical Methods inInterventionFrequency: BStudents will gain knowledge with avariety of therapy models withrespect to various disorder types,settings, and methodologies formanagement of thecommunicatively impaired. Coursecontent will include therapyimplementation, goal/objectiveselection, lesson plan writing,charting progress, progress reportwriting, IEP writing, behaviormanagement, collaboration, teammeetings, and criteria for dismissal.Prerequisite(s): SPA 398Credits: 3

SPA400 Foundations of SpeechLanguage Pathology inEducational SettingsFrequency: BStudy of the legal bases, commonpractices, principles, and issuesrelated to the effective delivery ofspeech and language services ineducational settings.Credits: 2

SPA410 Clinical Procedures:Observation and AnalysisFrequency: BGuided observation and study ofassessment and interventionprocedures for children and adultswith a variety of communicationdisorders. Videotaped andreal/time sessions will be utilizedfor demonstration and analysis. Written projects will prepare thestudent to analyze methodologiesand develop therapeutic goals,objectives, procedures andmaterials. The course will fulfillthe ASHA requirement for aminimum of 25 observation hours.Prerequisite(s): SPA 398 and SPA 399Credits: 3

SPA418 Speech-LanguagePathology IIFrequency: BThe study and analysis ofdysphagia, a review of neural basisof speech/language and neurogenic communication disorders such asaphasia, right hemisphere damage,dementia, traumatic brain injury,dysarthria, and apraxia of speech. Etiology, diagnosis, evaluation, andtreatment issues will be focusedupon.Prerequisite(s): SPA 310Credits: 3

SPA419 Aural Habilitation andRehabilitationFrequency: BApplication of therapeuticmeasures and strategies tooptimize the communication ability of the hearing impaired. Emphasis is on fetal development, genetics,psychosocial and counselingissues, amplification, visual andauditory training and third partreimbursement. A speakingintensive course bridging learnedmaterial in SPA 322 with aprovided case study.Prerequisite(s): SPA 322Credits: 3

SPA420 Advanced SpeechPathologyFrequency: DSeminar devoted to assignedreadings and to approvedindividual research. Strengthensstudent knowledge in specificareas in preparation for moreadvanced studies.Prerequisite(s): SPA 280 and SPA 418Credits: 3

SPA432 Student TeachingFrequency: AField-based practicum at publicschools, BOCES facilities orcommunity-based programs.Cooperating clinicians supervisestudents engaged in the provisionof testing and therapy services tothe speech/language and hearingimpaired.Prerequisite(s): SPA 329Credits: 10

SPA490 Independent StudyFrequency: AStudy of a particular problem inspeech pathology and audiology.Periodic meetings with instructor;writing a substantial paper.Credits: 1-3

SPA495 Seminar inSpeech-LanguagePathology/AudiologyFrequency: CDetailed study of selected topics in speech pathology or audiology.Content will change from semester to semester but will focus on arelatively narrow topic or issue ofcurrent interest.Credits: 1-3

Spanish

SPAN115 Elementary Spanish IFrequency: AFor students with no previouspreparation. Study of fundamental speech patterns. Initial stress onlistening comprehension and oralability. Progressively greateremphasis on reading and writingskills.Credits: 3

SPAN116 Elementary Spanish IIFrequency: AContinuation of SPAN 115. Further introduction tofundamental speech patterns. For students with one semester ofcollege-level Spanish orequivalent. Stress on listeningcomprehension, oral ability,reading and writing skills.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 115 Credits: 3

SPAN215 Intermediate Spanish IFrequency: ADevelopment of skills tounderstand written and spokenSpanish. Readings and grammarreview.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 116 Credits: 3

SPAN216 Intermediate Spanish IIFrequency: AA continuation of SPAN 215 withgradually added emphasis onreading.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 215Credits: 3

SPAN313 Spanish ConversationFrequency: AOral-aural drills, conversationalexercises to provide practice inunderstanding and speakingSpanish. Emphasis on improvingpronunciation and fluency.Prerequisite: SPAN 216Credits: 3

SPAN314 Spanish CompositionFrequency: BWriting colloquial and formalSpanish. Translations and freecompositions.Prerequisite: SPAN 216Credits: 3

SPAN315 Introduction toReadings in Hispanic LiteratureFrequency: BA study of literary works in theSpanish language in variousgenres, from Spain andSpanish-America, includingpoetry, short story, essay, shortnovel and/or excerpts from novels, and drama. Understanding of theliterary works will include internalfactors as well as external ones. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 313 orSPAN 314Credits: 3

SPAN319 Survey of SpanishLiterature IFrequency: BPrincipal literary movements andwriters studied against historical,social, and cultural backgrounds. Selected masterpieces through the 17th century. Outside readings.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315Credits: 3

SPAN320 Survey of SpanishLiterature IIFrequency: BPrincipal literary movements andwriters studied against historical,social, and cultural backgrounds. Selected masterpieces from thel8th century to the present. Outside readings.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315Credits: 3

SPAN325 Survey ofSpanish-American LiteratureFrequency: BPrincipal literary movements inSpanish America from Colonialperiod. with emphasis onpost-Independence literature.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315Credits: 3

SPAN377 Special TopicsFrequency: DTopics in Spanish language andliterature.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315Credits: 3


SPAN388 Spanish Civilizationand CultureFrequency: DA comprehensive introduction toaspects of Spanish civilization and culture: geography, history, socialcustoms, political movements,literature and art.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 313 orSPAN 314Credits: 3

SPAN400 Special Topics inSpanishFrequency: DSpecial areas in Spanishlanguage, literature, or culture and civilization not covered by regularcourses.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 313 orSPAN 314Credits: 1-3

SPAN401 Imperial SpainFrequency: DAnalysis of main currents ofSpanish culture in Siglo de Orothrough readings in history,sociology, and literature.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 319Credits: 3

SPAN407 Special TopicsFrequency: BSpecial areas in Spanish notcovered by regular courses.Credits: 3

SPAN410 Directed StudyFrequency: DIndividual directed study of aparticular area or topic in Spanishlanguage or literature. Periodicmeetings with instructor, writing ofa substantial paper.Credits: 1-3

SPAN421 Advanced SpanishPhonetics and DictionFrequency: DSystematic study of Spanishphonetics and diction.Pronunciation drills, exercises insound discrimination andtranscription.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 216Credits: 3

SPAN423 Senior SeminarFrequency: BAllows upper level students tosupplement course offerings orprobe more deeply into areas oftheir own interest. Prerequisite(s): Two SPAN literature coursesabove SPAN 315.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 319 orSPAN 320 or SPAN 325Credits: 3

SPAN424 Spanish CreativeWritingFrequency: BStudy of literary techniques. Direct composition in Spanish toencourage incorporation of thesedevices into student’s own writing.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315 andSPAN 314Credits: 3

SPAN425 Spanish-AmericanFictionFrequency: DProse fiction in Spanish Americawith special emphasis on 20thcentury authors.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 325Credits: 3

SPAN427 The Art and Craft ofTranslationFrequency: BDiscussions of translation theoryand problems of translation,followed by translation fromSpanish to English, ending withtranslation from English toSpanish.Prerequisite(s): SPAN 315 andSPAN 314 and (SPAN 320 orSPAN 325)Credits: 3

Special Studies

SPST101 Biology Study SkillsFrequency: BThis course, offered by theEducational DevelopmentProgram, is designed to meet theneeds of program participantsenrolled in BIOL 111 Introductionto Biology. Intended for studentswith limited biologicalbackgrounds, it enhances theunderstanding of biological skills in the following areas: BiologicalChemistry, Energy, Genetics,Evolution, Physiology,Development, and Ecology.Co-requisite(s): BIOL 111Credits: 1

SPST107 Writing in the Arts and SciencesFrequency: BStudy of the writing and analysisprocess used for the explanatoryand persuasive prose for thehumanities, social sciences, andnatural sciences. The course work focuses on coherence,development, organization, andconventions of writing papers ineach discipline.Credits: 3

SPST114 Precalculus StudySkillsFrequency: DThe course, offered by theEducation Development Program,is designed to meet the needs ofprogram participants enrolled inMATH 105 Survey of Precalculus. Intended for students with a limited mathematics background, itenhances the understanding ofskills necessary for success inprecalculus and calculus in thefollowing areas: algebra, solutionsto equations, factoring,simplification of algebraicexpressions, etc.Co-requisite(s): MATH 105Credits: 1

SPST118 Survey of Calculus ILabFrequency: BThe purpose of the course is toprovide students enrolled in theEducational DevelopmentProgram with the opportunity todevelop and improve the studyskills necessary to successfullycomplete the required course work for MATH 120.Credits: 1

SPST127 EDP FreshmanOrientation IFrequency: BDesigned to assist EducationalDevelopment Program studentsmanage the demands of thecollege experience by helpingthem develop life managementand study skills necessary toreach their academic and personal goals.Credits: 1-2

SPST132 Topics inContemporary ScienceRecitationFrequency: AA one-credit recitation coursemainly to supplement PHYS 101Topics in Contemporary Sciencefor students from the EducationalDevelopment Program. Providesadditional drill for solving simplephysics problems to understandPHYS 101 topics.Co-requisite(s): PHYS 101Credits: 1

SPST137 Reading FirstFrequency: DDesigned to help students with the working requirements of being anAmerica Reads Tutor and tofamiliarize students with the publicschool setting, requirements, andexpectations. The 15 hour trainingprogram is to help studentsdevelop the range of skill they may need to work with K-3 students.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 357 or EDU 250 or EDU 275 or EDU 221 orSPA 250Credits: 1

SPST138 Advanced ReadingFirstFrequency: DDesigned to meet the needs ofcontinuing America Reads tutors.Tutors will learn more about thereading process, learn to establish a tutoring goal and develop anactivity to achieve that goal, andcontinue to gain experience inpublic school classrooms.Prerequisite(s): SPST 137Credits: 1

SPST147 EDP FreshmenOrientation IIFrequency: BA continuation of SPST 127focusing on assisting studentsdevelop the basic tools necessaryto engage in self-discovery,acquaint them with careerplanning and exploration of majorand career choices.Credits: 1

SPST201 Advanced LeadershipDevelopmentFrequency: AA course in the study ofleadership, introducing the student to tasks, strategies, and skills ofeffective leadership. Courseactivities will move the studentfrom theory to the practicalprocesses of leadership throughthe use of experiential learning,oral expression and effectiveteamwork on several projects.Credits: 3

Sound RecordingTechnology

SRT105 Recording Techniquesfor MusicFrequency: BA non-technical introduction torecording technology. Studentswill learn established recordingtechniques, how to make goodaudition tapes, the possibilities ofdigital editing, how to purchase the right equipment, and otherrecording essentials.Credits: 1

SRT200-201 RecordingPracticumFrequency: BApplied instruction in basic audiotechniques. Includes studioinstruction in the use ofmicrophones, loudspeakers, taperecorders. Taken concurrentlywith SRT 250-251. Open tomajors only.Co-requisite(s): SRT 251Credits: 2

SRT250-251 RecordingTechniquesFrequency: BA two-semester course inrecording, including audiomeasurements, use ofloudspeakers, microphones, taperecorders, and mixing consoles. Emphasis on sterophony, liverecording, and the development ofhigh standards of audio craft. Open to majors only.Credits: 2

SRT300-301 RecordingPracticumFrequency: BApplied instruction in multi-trackrecording, sound reinforcement,and audio systems analysistechniques. Includes in-depthstudy of mixing consoles, taperecorders, and signal processors. Students will record assignedprojects and assist seniors inproduction projects. Takenconcurrently with SRT 350-351. Open to majors only.Prerequisite(s): SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251Co-requisite(s): SRT 351Credits: 2


SRT310 Studio Installation andMaintenanceFrequency: DProvides maximum hands-onexperience in recording studioinstallation and maintenance.Students will learn to analyzesignal flow and troubleshootequipment with passive (resistors,capacitors, inductors) and activecomponents (transistors andop-amps). Transmission lines arediscussed by evaluating principlesand standards of connectors andcabling for audio and video.Further emphasis is placed on thephenomenon of noise inaudio/video circuits andtransmission lines: evaluating andmeasuring noise in individualcomponents and systems, andminimizing or eliminating noisethrough the principles ofgrounding, shielding and filtering.Students will learn soldering andwiring techniques as well as avariety of audio measurementprocedures.Credits: 1

SRT320 Studio Installation andMaintenance LaboratoryFrequency: DThe one semester, 1 credit-hourcourse, provides maximumhands-on experience in recordingstudio installation andmaintenance. Students will learnto analyze signal flow andtroubleshoot equipment withpassive (resistors, capacitors,inductors) and active components(transistors and op-amps).Transmission lines are discussedby evaluating principles andstandards of connectors andcabling for audio and video.Further emphasis is placed on thephenomenon of noise inmeasuring noise in individualcomponents and systems, andminimizing or eliminating noisethrough the principles ofgrounding, shielding and filtering.Students will learn soldering andwiring techniques as well as avariety of audio measurementprocedures.Prerequisite(s): MATH 121 orMATH 123 and PHYS 123Credits: 1

SRT350-351 Technology andPractices of the RecordingIndustryFrequency: BA two-semester course inmulti-track recording technology,and Digital Signal Processing(DSP). Open to majors only.Prerequisite(s): SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251Credits: 3

SRT450-451 SeniorSeminar/ProjectFrequency: BEach student will prepare aprofessional quality recordingproduction and a research paper. In addition, the seminar willaddress areas of professionalconcern, including careerdevelopment and survival skills,current studio developments, andelements of style in recording. Open to majors only.Prerequisite(s): SRT 300 and SRT 301 and SRT 350 and SRT 351Credits: 2

SRT460-461 Independent StudyFrequency: AStudies in studio maintenance,booking, traffic management, andresearch are available on a limited basis. Maximum of 6 credit hoursof MUS, MUED, or SRTindependent study. Open tomajors only.Credits: 2

SRT470 Studio SupervisionFrequency: DStudents supervise recordingstudio inventory and use. Open tomajors only. Permission ofinstructor required.Credits: 2

SRT480 InternshipFrequency: AA 15-week, full-time work positionin a facility appropriate for theindividual student’s goals. Dutiesare specified by college andsponsoring firm. Open to majorsonly.Credits: 1-15

Statistics

STAT150 Statistical IdeasFrequency: BIntroduction to the field ofstatistics, including sampling,experiments, measurement,descriptive statistics, probability,inference, correlation, regressionand prediction. The emphasis willbe on data and concepts ratherthan on calculations andmathematical theory. Not open tostudents who have completed a200-level statistics course with agrade of C- or better. Backgroundassumed: N.Y.S. Algebra II andTrigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

STAT200 Statistical Methods IFrequency: AAn introductory study of statisticalmethods with applications tobusiness, economics, education,and the social sciences. Topicscovered include: descriptivestatistics and graphs, probabilityand probability distributions,estimation, confidence intervals,hypothesis testing and linearregression. The course focuseson when to use each of thedifferent methods. Note: Credit forat most one of the followingcourses may be applied towards a student’s requirements forgraduation: BUAD 200, ECON200, EDU 200, POLI 200, SOC200, and STAT 200. Backgroundassumed: N.Y.S. Algebra II andTrigonometry (or Math B), orequivalent.Credits: 3

STAT250 Statistics forScientistsFrequency: BIntroduction to statistical methodswith special emphasis on uses inthe natural sciences. Topics willinclude descriptive statistics, datacollection, probability distributions,confidence intervals, hypothesistesting, regression, and analysis of variance. The course will includeuse of analytical labs andstatistical computer packages.Background assumed: N.Y.S.Algebra II and Trigonometry (orMath B), or equivalent.Credits: 3

STAT300 Statistical Methods IIFrequency: DContinuation of STAT 200. Review of the basics of estimation, confidence intervals andhypothesis testing. Simple andmultiple regression, time series,anlysis of variance andnon-parametric methods. Astatistical software package will be used extensively.Prerequisite(s): STAT 200 orBUAD 200 or ECON 200 or EDU200 or POLI 200 or PSY 200 orSOC 200 or STAT 250 or STAT350Credits: 3

STAT350 Probability andStatisticsFrequency: BBasics of probability; descriptivestatistics; discrete and continuousdistributions; confidence intervalsand tests of hypothesesconcerning means, variances, and proportions; simple linearregression; statistical software. MATH 210 is recommended, inaddition to the prerequisites listed.Prerequisite(s): MATH 123 orMATH 124Credits: 3

STAT351 Applied StatisticsFrequency: CTopics chosen from multipleregression; analysis of variance;sampling techniques; time series;nonparametric methods;applications to quality control. Astatistical software package will be used extensively.Prerequisite(s): STAT 350Credits: 3

STAT355 MathematicalStatisticsFrequency: CMoments and moment-generatingfunctions, conditionalexpectations, multivariate binomial and normal distributions, functionsof random variables, samplingdistributions, decision theory,theory of estimation andhypothesis testing.Prerequisite(s): STAT 350 andMATH 223Credits: 3

STAT400 Independent StudyFrequency: DIndependent study of a selectedlist of readings approved by thefaculty advisor. Departmentalapproval required.Credits: 1-3

STAT451 Time SeriesFrequency: DStudy of linear time series, moving averages and auto regressivemodels. Estimation, confidenceintervals, forecasting and dataanalysis with time series modelswill be examined.Co-requisite(s): STAT 351Credits: 1

STAT460 Risk Management forActuarial ScienceFrequency: BDevelopment of fundamentalmathematical tools and languageof quantitative risk management. Multivariate probabilitydistributions including joint,conditional and marginaldistributions, probabilities,moments, variance andcovariance.Prerequisite(s): MATH 223 andSTAT 350Credits: 2

Theatre Arts

THEA100 Theatre MajorsSeminarFrequency: BAn introductory course for firstyear students declared as theatremajors. Introduction to policies,procedures and academicrequirements in the theatreprogram.Credits: 1

THEA101-102 Theatre PracticeFrequency: BLaboratory in performance orproduction involving applicationsof theatre techniques to thevarious aspects of departmentalproductions. Majors and minorsonly.Credits: 1


THEA110 PracticumFrequency: DAreas of theatre not covered inregular curriculum such as travelcourses, practical experiences inthe field, etc. May be repeated forcredit. Permission of instructor.Credits: .5

THEA114 Introduction to thePerforming ArtsFrequency: AA broad introduction to thePerforming Arts including anhistorical perspective, elements ofthe performer’s craft andrepertoire, representativecontributors to each PerformingArt and the role of the audiencemember. The Performing Artsareas include Theatre, Music,Dance, Musical Theatre andOpera. Attendance at fivePerforming Arts events is required.Credits: 3

THEA117 Script AnalysisFrequency: BExplores the process inevaluating/discovering productionand performance values in aplayscript.Credits: 3

THEA121 Introduction toTechnical TheatreFrequency: AOne-semester course coveringterminology and processes ofstage production includingstagecraft, materials, lighting,sound, properties, costumes, etc.Lecture and laboratoryparticipation. Concurrentenrollment in THEA 101 or 102 bymajors and minors stronglysuggested. Written productioncritiques required.Credits: 3

THEA123 Introduction toTechnical ProductionFrequency: BExplores the responsibility oftechnical personnel, safety andorganization of the backstage andscene shop, stage rigging, drafting for the stage, scenic materials and hardware. Practical work ondepartment productions may berequired. Lab fee required.Prerequisite(s): THEA 121Credits: 3

THEA125 Drawing and Draftingfor the TheatreFrequency: BProvides the student with aworking knowledge of handdrafting as applied to theatre. Includes but is not limited toreading and interpreting set design plans, light plots, costume patterndrafting, creation of single andmultiple plate drafting packetsincluding plan views, design andconstruction elevations, sectionviews, and detail drawings. B.F.A.Production Design majors only.Other theatre majors bypermission of instructor.Pre- or co-requisite(s): THEA 123Credits: 3

THEA130 Acting for Non-MajorsFrequency: ABasic techniques of acting withemphasis on improvisation, scriptanalysis and scene study.Attendance at campus theatricalevents required.Credits: 3

THEA131 Acting Studio:ImprovisationFrequency: BIntroduction to basic craft skills ofacting with emphasis onself-awareness and discovery,spontaneity, and improvisation.B.F.A Acting and Musical Theatremajors only.Credits: 3

THEA132 Acting Studio:Character StudyFrequency: BIntroduction to theory and practiceof the basic principles ofStanislavski realism with emphasis on character exploration andanalysis. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 131Credits: 3

THEA133 Introduction to ActingFrequency: BBasic craft skills of acting withemphasis on improvisation,character study, analysis andscene work. B.A. Theatre Artsmajors and minors only.Credits: 3

THEA140 Stage DialectsFrequency: CAcquisition of basic skills by theperformer or director in the use ofmajor dialects. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre majors only.Credits: 3

THEA201-202 Theatre PracticeFrequency: BContinuation of THEA 101-102.Credits: 1

THEA220 MakeupFrequency: BSelection, application, andevaluation of stage makeup.Includes wigging and facial hairtechniques. Theatre majors andminors only.Credits: 1

THEA221 ComputerDrawing/DesignFrequency: BIntroduces the student to the useof discipline-specific softwareprograms and peripheral hardware used in the creation of designsand preparation of drawings usedin technical production and forscenic costumes and lightingdesign. Includes in-depth trainingin Computer Aided Draftingtechniques, and the study ofVectorWorks software. 2-Ddrafting will be covered with anintroduction to drawing in 3-D.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 andTHEA 125Credits: 3

THEA222 Stagecraft IFrequency: BDrafting and construction of softgoods, platforms and wagons,framed scenery, stairs, corniceand trim. Further refinement ofshop skills. Practical work onproductions may be required. Labfee required. B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 orTHEA 125Credits: 3

THEA223 Stage Lighting IFrequency: BMechanics of stage lighting,involving basic electricity, colortheory, instrumentation,distribution and control. Possibilityof practical application ondepartmental productions.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 andTHEA 125 and THEA 315Credits: 3

THEA226 Scene Painting IFrequency: BColor theory, preparation ofpainting surfaces, and basicpainting techniques as they pertain to the theatre. B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 orTHEA 125Credits: 3

THEA228 Costume Construction IFrequency: BLaboratory exploration of basiccostume construction techniques.Majors only.Credits: 3

THEA229 Computer AidedDrafting LabFrequency: ANon-credit lab allowing the B.F.ATechnical Production and Designstudent access to the theatre CAD Lab. Open to B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Credits: 0

THEA230 Introduction to SceneStudyFrequency: BThe course will present thefundamental principles ofapproaching the creation of acharacter on stage using thetechniques of Stanislavski realism. B.A. Theatre Arts majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 133 andTHEA 117Credits: 3

THEA231 Acting Studio: SceneStudy IFrequency: BSkills and techniques for roleanalysis and performance inrealistic plays. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 132Credits: 3

THEA232 Acting Studio: SceneStudy IIFrequency: BSkills and techniques for roleanalysis and performance inrealistic plays. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 231Credits: 3

THEA233 Acting Lab IFrequency: BA laboratory for exploration anddevelopment of scene studytechnique. Taken in conjunctionwith THEA 231, Acting Studio,Scene Study I. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre students only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 132Co-requisite(s): THEA 231Credits: 1

THEA234 Acting Lab IIFrequency: BA laboratory for exploration anddevelopment of scene studytechnique. Taken in conjunctionwith THEA 232, Acting Studio,Scene Study II. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre students only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 231Co-requisite(s): THEA 232Credits: 1

THEA242 Acting Studio:Introduction to Voice andMovement IFrequency: BDesigned to support the actor infreeing the voice/body andimagination for creative response. Physical/vocal awareness andability are enhanced through theexploration of relaxation,alignment, flexibility, strength,breath, sound, and resonance.Prerequisite(s): THEA 132Credits: 3

THEA243 Acting Studio:Introduction to Voice andMovement IIFrequency: BA continuation of THEA 242 insupporting the actor in freeing thevoice/body and imagination forcreative response. Exercises toreinforce basic skills and furtherdevelop the actor’s physical andvocal range, power, flexibility, andarticulation.Prerequisite(s): THEA 242Credits: 3

THEA245 Sound for the TheatreFrequency: CStudy of the basic technical andartistic elements of sound for thetheatre. Areas of study include:basic sound systems, electricity,recording techniques, scriptanalysis for sound design,principles of sound design and thecontrollable qualities of sound. Each will be studied through classlectures, practical examples, andprojects.Prerequisite(s): THEA 315Credits: 3


THEA246 Voice and MovementLab IFrequency: BStudents will explore physical andvocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination. Taken inconjuntion with THEA 242 Introduction to Voice andMovement I.Prerequisite(s): THEA 132Co-requisite(s): THEA 242Credits: 1

THEA247 Voice and MovementLab IIFrequency: BStudents will explore physical andvocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination. Taken inconjunction with THEA 243,Introduction to Voice andMovement II.Prerequisite(s): THEA 242 andTHEA 246Co-requisite(s): THEA 243Credits: 1


THEA303 Rendering Technique IFrequency: BExplores the graphic media anddrawing techniques used by thedesigner in preparing drawings forthe theatre.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 andTHEA 125Credits: 1

THEA304 Rendering TechniqueIIFrequency: BContinuation of THEA 303. Explores the graphic media anddrawing techniques used by thedesigner in preparing drawings forthe theatre.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 andTHEA 125Credits: 1

THEA305 Rendering TechniqueIIIFrequency: BContinuation of THEA 304. Explores the graphic media anddrawing techniques used by thedesigner in preparing drawings forthe theatre.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123 andTHEA 125Credits: 1

THEA315 The DramaticImaginationFrequency: BDesign students study the natureof the relationship betweenplayscripts and theatrical designsthrough script and text analysis,literary criticism and research. Exploration of how dialogue andthemes can be visualized throughdesign. B.F.A. Production andDesign majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 123Co-requisite(s): THEA 229Credits: 3

THEA319 Costume Construction IIFrequency: BIntensive laboratory exploration ofadvanced costume constructiontechniques. Focus on growth ofstitching skills.Prerequisite(s): THEA 228Credits: 3

THEA320 Advanced MakeupFrequency: DDesign and application of specialeffects, 3-D prosthetics, andappliances. Majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 220Credits: 3

THEA321 Dyeing andDistressingFrequency: BLaboratory exploration of the artand craft of dye/paint techniquesfor costumes. Union, acid, andfibre-reactive dyes, silk and fabricpaints, and health and safety forcostume artisans are covered.B.F.A. Production and Designmajors only. Theatre and Dancemajors by permission.Credits: 3

THEA322 Stagecraft IIFrequency: BDrafting and construction ofdimensional scenery. Planning,drafting and mounting the fullproduction. Moving the multi-setshow. Practical work onproductions may be required. Labfee required. B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 222Credits: 3

THEA324 Stage Lighting IIFrequency: BPrinciples of lighting design andcolor use for stage through scriptanalysis and practical projects.Opportunity to design a production as part of class work.Prerequisite(s): THEA 223Credits: 3

THEA325 History of FashionFrequency: BChronological survey of clothingand fashion; their sociological andartistic implications from theEgyptians to the 20th century.Credits: 3

THEA326 Scene Design IFrequency: BPrinciples, procedures, anddevelopment of scene design.Students must enroll in THEA 303, 304 or 305 simultaneously. B.F.A.Production and Design majorsonly.Prerequisite(s): THEA 322Credits: 3

THEA327 Costume Design IFrequency: BCostume design methods andconcepts. Students must enroll inTHEA 303, 304 or 305simultaneously. B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 325Credits: 3

THEA328 Costume Design IIFrequency: BContinuation of THEA 327:development of more complicatedsophisticated concepts. Studentsmust enroll in THEA 303, 304 or305 simultaneously. B.F.A.Production and Design majorsonly.Prerequisite(s): THEA 327Credits: 3

THEA329 Flat PatterningFrequency: BFlat pattern techniques as appliedto the costume cutter. Use ofslopers, methodology, andinterpretation of sketches areemphasized. B.F.A. Productionand Design majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 228Credits: 3

THEA331 Acting Studio: StylesFrequency: DIntroduction to various acting toolsfor creating and sustainingcharacters and action in elevatedand poetic texts from majorperiods of theatre history. Emphasis on ability to approachhistorical periods and genres while remaining intimately connected topersonal truth.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232Credits: 3

THEA333 Act Studio: AuditionTechniquesFrequency: CIntensive study of skills needed by actors to increase theirmarketability in today’s theatre.B.F.A. Acting and Musical Theatremajors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232Credits: 3

THEA334 Computer Drawingand Design IIFrequency: CExploration in designing anddrafting for the stage using thecomputer. This course will focuson the design elements and willinclude some drafting. Programsexplored in this class will be Photo Shop, Deep Paint, Renderworksand others. A major portion of theclass will focus on renderingmethods for the computer.Prerequisite(s): THEA 221Credits: 3

THEA338 Special TopicsFrequency: DStudy of selected areas of theatrearts not covered in regularcurricular program. May berepeated for credit. Permission ofinstructor.Credits: 1-3

THEA345 Voice and Movement IIIFrequency: BExplores additional methods toincrease flexibility and range inspeaking with an emphasis onheightened responsiveness toimagery and rhythms, along withadditional methods to increaseprecision and range of movementwith an emphasis on physicalcharacter work. B.F.A. Acting andMusical Theatre majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 243Credits: 3

THEA346 Acting Studio: Voiceand Movement IVFrequency: BExplores additional methods toincrease precision and range ofmovement with an emphasis onunarmed and armed stagecombat.Prerequisite(s): THEA 242 andTHEA 243Credits: 3

THEA353 History of MusicalTheatreFrequency: CDevelopment of the theatricalgenre known as musical theatre.Special emphasis on musicalcomedy roots in nineteenthcentury America to the present.Credits: 3

THEA363 Voice and MovementLab IIIFrequency: BFurther exploration of physical and vocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination. Taken inconjunction with THEA 345 Voiceand Movement III.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232 andTHEA 243Co-requisite(s): THEA 345Credits: 1

THEA364 Voice and MovementLab IVFrequency: BFurther exploration of physical and vocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination. Taken inconjunction with THEA 346 Voiceand Movement IV.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232 andTHEA 243Co-requisite(s): THEA 346Credits: 1

THEA381 Technical TheatreSeminarFrequency: ADiscussion seminar on problemsand procedures of mountingtheatrical productions. Includesscheduling personnel, weeklyrehearsals and other pertinentcurrent production needs. Doesnot apply to the required hours formajor in Theatre Arts. May berepeatedCredits: .5



THEA420 Special Studies inTechnical TheatreFrequency: ASeminar and laboratoryexperience exploring a variety ofprocesses and techniques indepth. B.F.A Production andDesign majors only.Credits: 3

THEA426 Scene Design IIFrequency: BContinuation of Scene Design Iwith specific emphasis on artisticrequirements of the production.B.F.A. Production and Designmajors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 326Credits: 3

THEA427 Scene Painting IIFrequency: BAn intensive laboratory experience exploring advanced techniques inpainting, dimensional texture andsurface treatments. May requirepractical work on productions.B.F.A. Production and Designmajors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 226Credits: 3

THEA432 Acting Studio: Musical Theatre StylesFrequency: BAdvanced scene study andtechniques for integrating allresources of the singing actor inmusical theatre. B.F.A. MusicalTheatre majors only or bypermission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232Co-requisite(s): THEA 434Credits: 3

THEA433 Acting Studio:ShakespeareFrequency: BAn introduction to the basictechniques used inShakespearean acting. Majoremphasis is placed onapproaching Shakespeare through a careful analysis of the use oflanguage and construction of thetext. Enrollment limited to B.F.A.Acting/Musical Theatre majors orpermission of instructor.Prerequisite(s): THEA 230 orTHEA 232Credits: 3

THEA434 Musical Theatre Styles LabFrequency: BA co-requisite for THEA 432, thelaboratory allows for exploration,musical coaching and preparationfor the Musical Theatre Stylesacting class.Prerequisite(s): THEA 232Credits: 1

THEA435 Rehearsal andPerformanceFrequency: AApplication of advancedtechniques in preparation forstudio and major productions.Credits: 0

THEA436 Design/TechnicalProductionFrequency: AApplication of advancedtechniques in preparation forstudio and major productions.Credits: 0

THEA441 Directing IFrequency: ADirector’s functions andresponsibilities including playselection, auditioning/casting,staging techniques and scriptanalysis using the motivational unit as a basis of approach. Emphasison preparation and presentation of a one-act play. Majors only. Junior or Senior standing in thedepartment.Credits: 3

THEA442 Directing IIFrequency: DContinuation of THEA 441;emphasis on theories of directing,as well as concerns andresponsibilities of the director inproductions involving period styles and/or alternative forms of staging. Majors only.Prerequisite(s): THEA 441Credits: 3

THEA445 Voice and MovementLab VFrequency: DFurther exploration of physical and vocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination.Prerequisite(s): THEA 346Credits: 1

THEA446 Voice and MovementLab VIFrequency: BFurther exploration of physical and vocal performance projects tobetter facilitate creative responseand imagination.Prerequisite(s): THEA 346Credits: 1

THEA451 History of the TheatreIFrequency: BA survey of theatre history frompre-Greek to the 18th Century. Performance and productionelements in all ages will becovered. Junior or Seniorstanding.Credits: 3

THEA452 History of the Theatre IIFrequency: BA survey of theatre history from18th Century to present.Performance and productionelements in all ages will becovered. Prerequisite: Junior or Seniorstanding.Credits: 3

THEA460 Theatre Organizationand ManagementFrequency: BTheatre management includingphilosophy, managementprocedures, budgets,publicity/promotion, ticket officeand house managementprocedures for educational,community and professionalresident theatres. For Theatre and Dance majors or permission ofinstructor.Credits: 3

THEA481 Senior SeminarFrequency: DTopics vary from semester tosemester. May be repeated forcredit. Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor.Credits: 1-3

THEA482 Directed StudyFrequency: AIntensive individual study of someparticular aspect of theatreinvolving preparation of a paper orproject in support of the findings.Request for enrollment must bemade in the form of a writtenproposal prior to the end of thesecond week of the semester. May be repeated for credit.Prerequisite: Permission ofdepartment.Credits: 1-3

THEA490 Professional TheatreInternFrequency: AApproved and supervisedwork-training experience inprofessional theatre company.Prerequisite: Permission ofdepartment.Credits: 1-15

THEA499Performance/ProductionSeminarFrequency: ADevelopment and publicpresentation of a creative projectas a senior recital. Seniorstanding; B.F.A. Acting orProduction and Design majorsonly.Credits: 3

Women’s Studies

WOST201 Introduction toWomen’s StudiesFrequency: BInterdisciplinary study of the social construction of gender and itsrelationship to class, race, age,ethnicity, nationality and sexualidentity. Analysis of the causesand implications for the changingdefinition of women in thecontemporary world, especially inthe United States.Credits: 3

WOST203 ChicanaWriters/Visual ArtistsFrequency: DWho is the Virgin of Guadalupe?When was the MexicanRevolution? What is a “Zootsuit”?Explore these questions and morein this interdisciplinary coursetaught in English In this class,students will become familiar withChicana Mexican American history and culture through installation art, mural art, altar designs, andpaintings by artists such as FridaKahlo, Judy Baca, AmaliaMesa-Bains, and Yolanda Lopezamong others. Students will alsodiscuss issues of race, class,gender, and sexuality throughtexts by Chicana writers GloriaAnzaldua, Ana Castillo, SandraCisneros, and Demetria Martinez.Credits: 3

WOST205 Women in ArtFrequency: CA thematic and topical courseexploring women’s roles as bothproductive subjects and depictedobjects in western visual culture. Cross-listed as ARTH 205.Prerequisite(s): ART 115 or ARTH101 or ART 116 or ARTH 102 orWOST 201Credits: 3

WOST255 Psychology ofWomenFrequency: DAn examination of the biological,psychological and sociologicalfactors that shape women’s lives.Attention to the intersection ofgender with ethnicity, sexualorientation, and social class.Specific topics include theories ofgender development, images ofwomen in the media, work,childbirth and motherhood,violence, physical and mentalhealth. Cross-listed as PSY 255.Prerequisite(s): PSY 129 or WOST 201Credits: 3

WOST301 Feminist TheoryFrequency: BIn-depth critical exploration ofselected theories to explain thesources of women’s roles insociety. A multidisciplinaryapproach will be employed toaccount for the social, economic,political and cultural status ofwomen in contemporary societies.Prerequisite(s): ENGL 345 orWOST 201Credits: 3

WOST302 Sex and GenderFrequency: BDescription and analysis of sexand gender roles and relationships from a variety of societies atdifferent levels of socio-culturalcomplexity. Cross-listed as ANTH300/SOC 306.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116 or ANTH 115Credits: 3


WOST304 Latina Literary andCultural StudiesFrequency: CAn examination of contemporaryLatina literary productions in thecontext of representations ofLatinas in mainstream U.S.society. The focus of the course is on women of Hispanic descentliving and writing in the UnitedStates, including work by andabout Chicanas, Puerto Ricans,Dominican Americans, and Cuban Americans. Previous course workin Latina/Latino literature notrequired, but some previouscourse work related to AfricanAmerican or other ethnic literature, women’s literature/feminism,and/or film studies is stronglyrecommended. Cross-listed asENGL 304/INDS 304.Credits: 3

WOST314 Major WomenNovelistsFrequency: CAn in depth study of novels written by women. The course exploresquestions regarding gender,language, perception, andexperience through the genre ofthe novel. Cross-listed as ENGL314.Credits: 3

WOST335 American WomenFrequency: DA survey of women’s history fromcolonial times to present withemphasis on the changing statusand definition of women’s roles,race and ethnicity, and women’swritings. Cross-listed as HIST 355.Prerequisite(s): HIST 106Credits: 3

WOST336 African AmericanWomen’s HistoryFrequency: CExplores the history of women ofAfrican descent in the Americas,with a particular focus on theUnited States. Covers blackwomen’s experiences from theirAfrican origins, through the MiddlePasssage, in enslavement, and infreedom. Issues addressedinclude labor, the black family,cultural expression, and radicalidentity (in comparativeperspective). Cross-listed as HIST 336.Prerequisite(s): HIST 333 or HIST334 or ENGL 240 or ENGL 340Credits: 3

WOST340 Black Women WritersFrequency: CStudy of the literature written byand often about black women,including poetry, short and longfictions, novels, drama, biography,and autobiography from the 18thcentury to the present.Cross-listed as ENGL 340.Credits: 3

WOST345 Women, Health andSocietyFrequency: BExamines ways in which healthand illness for women are definedand managed. Topics include themedicalization of pregnancy andbirth, adolescence and sexuality,addiction, mental health,menopause, body image, and,women as health care providers.Cross-listed as SOC 345.Prerequisite(s): SOC 116Credits: 3

WOST373 Gender andCommunicationFrequency: DUsing a variety of theoreticalmodels and critical approaches,students examine everydaycommunication practices toidentify how gender,communication, and culture create a complex and dynamic web ofmeaning with significantimplications for individuals andsociety. Cross-listed as COMM373.Prerequisite(s): COMM 101 orWOST 201Credits: 3

WOST377 Special TopicsFrequency: DVariable content course. Topicsannounced in Course OfferingBulletin when offered.Credits: 3

WOST386 Women and FilmFrequency: CA study of women filmakers andtheir uses of documentary,experimental, and narrative forms. Particular focus on the role of thefemale spectator, the redefinitionof traditional gender roles throughfilm, and the (re)production ofknowledge about women andfemininity through the cinematicapparatus. Cross-listed as ENGL386.Credits: 4

WOST400 Portfolio CompletionFrequency: ARequired for all Women’s Studiesmajors. Involves compilation ofpapers from courses in theWomen’s Studies core, reflecting engagement with the goals of themajor. Must be taken concurrently with WOST 401 Feminist Theory.Co-requisite(s): WOST 401Credits: 0

WOST401 Feminist PracticeFrequency: ADirected study of student’s ownarea of interest within women’sstudies, serving as a capstone tothe interdisciplinary experience ofthe Women’s Studies Program.The capstone may be a finalproject, undergraduate thesis, orcommunity-based internship. ForWomen’s Studies majors andminors only. Includes a requiredweekly meeting time with allfeminist practice enrollees.Credits: 3

WOST490 Independent StudyFrequency: AFor Non-Women’s Studies MinorsOnly. Independent Study of anissue using gender as a primarycategory of analysis. Studentsmust find an instructor willing tosupervise the project - alldisciplines are appropriate.Students must develop a proposal, obtain necessary approval ofinstructor and obtain final approval from the Women’s Studiesdirector.Credits: 1-3


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On the graduate level, the university offers certificationprograms and master’s degrees in a variety of fields. Fordetails about post-baccalaureate work, students should see the SUNY Fredonia Graduate Catalog.

University offices generally are open from 8:30 a.m. until 5p.m. Monday through Friday during the fall and springsemesters, and from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. during the summer.Exceptions are extended hours for some student serviceoffices and Reed Library.

General EducationThe State University of New York is charged with furtheringhuman development and exploring and pursuing humanpotential in the broadest sense. In general, the universityperforms this function by acting as a center for thedevelopment and dissemination of knowledge, arts, andskills. In particular, it offers an opportunity for concentratedintellectual development and training. As part of SUNY,Fredonia pursues these goals with its own uniqueresources.

The university seeks to provide students with both aspecialized and a general education. The specialized workprepares students in particular fields of knowledge forcareers, professions, and other specific goals. Butknowledge, like life, is a seamless fabric that cannot be cutinto separate pieces. Any special area of knowledgerequires a larger context to become fully meaningful. It isthe purpose of general education to provide such a context, to help students find a sense of direction and become better able to cope with a changing world, regardless of theirspecializations.

The object of a general education is to further thedevelopment of a total human being who seeks to relatelearning and living, ideas and actions. Seen in this way,general education seeks to provide the basis forresponsible action and to develop the habit of questioningand using questioning as a creative tool.

The ability to discover and act upon their own values is abasic potential of human beings. In choosing the values bywhich they live, rather than having values thrust upon them,

individuals create themselves. However, the freedom tochoose and create comes into being only for people whohave developed self-awareness, an ability to think, aminimal body of knowledge, and aesthetic sensitivity.General education seeks to help students develop all ofthese. General education should help students understandhuman society and their relationship to it. But it should alsoenable students to develop as individuals with afundamental philosophy or basic world view that isconsciously personal, yet based on an awareness ofculture, history, and society. Consequently, generaleducation seeks to facilitate the development of aconscious philosophy or world view and to develop the skills by which such fundamental beliefs can be articulatedclearly.

Students complete the minimal general educationrequirements at SUNY Fredonia within the framework of the College Core Curriculum.

College Core Curriculum (CCC)Approved courses, distributed as follows.

Category Credit Hours

1. Basic Written Communication 3

2. Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning 3

3. Foreign Languages 0-6

(All students earning 85 or above on a foreignlanguage Regents Checkpoint B exam have fulfilledthis requirement.) Beginning Fall 2004 for freshmenand Fall 2006 for transfers, students enrolled inprograms granting the B.A. degree have a 6 credit hour foreign language requirement. All other students havea 3 credit hour foreign language requirement.

4. The Arts 3

5. The Humanities 3

6. Social Sciences 6

(Two courses from different disciplines; only one maybe from Business Administration, Education, History,Communication, or Speech)

7. Natural Sciences 6

(Two courses from different disciplines; only one maybe from Mathematical Sciences or Computer Scienceand Information Systems)

8. American History 3

(Students who have scored below 85 on the AmericanHistory Regents Test must take History 105 or 106 orother American History narrative; all others may takeany course in this category.)

9. Western Civilization 3

10. World History or Non-Western Civilization 3

11. Speaking-Intensive Requirement 0-6

(One course must be in the major, both can be.Courses satisfying any category above will satisfy thisrequirement if they are also certified as speakingintensive.)

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12. Upper-Level Requirement 0-6

(Students must either (a) complete two courses in thiscategory outside of their major discipline; or (b)complete a second major, minor, or concentration,education certification, or accredited study-abroadprogram. The second major, minor, or concentrationcannot be in the same discipline as the primary major.)

Transfer students may receive credit in categories 1through 11 of the College Core Curriculum for similarcourses taken at other colleges or approved advancedplacement courses and exams. Any course approved forthe SUNY General Education Requirements from a SUNYcollege or university will be accepted as a course in thecorresponding Fredonia College Core Curriculum Category. Course(s) in Category 12 must be taken at SUNY Fredoniaor must otherwise be approved for fulfilling therequirements of the category. Questions pertaining to theCollege Core Curriculum may be directed to the AssociateVice President for Academic Affairs, 810 Maytum Hall,(716) 673-3717.

Academic AdvisingThe variety of programs both in major departments and ininterdisciplinary areas at SUNY Fredonia requires thatevery student meet with an academic advisor periodically to review progress and plan his or her academic future. It isparticularly important for a student to be aware ofrequirements for graduation including College CoreCurriculum requirements and those necessary to completea chosen degree program.

Academic advisors can help students plan educationalprograms and keep up with new courses and programs, but students should not expect advisors to be knowledgeableabout the content in detail of the many individual coursesthroughout the university and the teaching methods andevaluation procedures of the many individual teachers.Further, students are ultimately responsible for adhering toacademic policies as stated in the Undergraduate Catalogand determining that they have met degree requirements(including general education, major, and minor orconcentration requirements).

At the orientation program, new students have anopportunity to discuss educational objectives with anadvisor who will be knowledgeable in an area of preferenceand who will help students plan a schedule for the firstsemester. Shortly after the start of the first semester,students are assigned an academic advisor by theirdepartment. Students can find out the name of their advisor by going on the university website at www.fredonia.edu,signing on to "Your Connection" and going to the GeneralStudent Information screen.

Students are required to make an appointment with theiradvisor prior to course selection, to discuss their academicfuture, review their mid-semester grade report, and plan aprogram of study for the second semester. After thatmeeting, students should meet with their academic advisorat least once each semester prior to course selection.

Academic advising will be successful and help studentsonly if they actively seek advice about their education atSUNY Fredonia. Advising is one of the obligations of the

university teaching profession. Students should not feelthey are imposing on their advisors by discussing academic progress more than the minimum requirement of once each semester. Students are encouraged to seek advice as often as needed. It is one of the marks of a successful student.

Furthermore, if academic advising is to be successful,students should have confidence in their advisors. Ifstudents wish to change advisors, they should contact theirdepartment chairperson who will make a new assignmentmutually agreeable to students and their new academicadvisor.

Questions pertaining to academic advising may be directedto the Academic Advising Center, 2148 Fenton Hall,673-3188.

Liberal ArtsLiberal Arts students are those students who are exploringthe major options offered at Fredonia. Liberal Arts is not amajor. Exploration will occur as the student takes coursesthat fulfill the College Core Curriculum required of allstudents. Declaration of a major is not required until thesecond semester of the sophomore year, the semester inwhich one customarily completes 60 credit hours. Moststudents decide on their major during the sophomore year,prior to reaching 60 credit hours. The Associate Dean forLiberal Arts is the chairperson for Liberal Arts students andthe Director of Academic Advising, 2148 Fenton Hall. TheAcademic Advising Center assigns the Liberal Arts studentan advisor, who may be a faculty member or a qualifiedmember of the professional staff.

The Liberal Arts Freshman Year Experience is amandatory, year-long program designed to assist LiberalArts students in their exploration and selection of a suitablemajor. The program has three major components: theLiberal Arts Advisement System, including Liberal ArtsLiaisons; the Liberal Arts Freshman Seminar in the fall; anda Major and Career Exploration Course in the spring. Formore information, contact the Associate Dean for LiberalArts in the Academic Advising Center.

Fredonia in 4

Fredonia in 4 is a four-year guarantee program for first-time freshmen by which the university pledges to adhere to acommonly understood agreement with students to schedule sufficient class offerings, provide required courses orsuitable substitutes as determined by the department, andensure qualified academic advising.

With the assistance of the Academic Advising Center,faculty and staff advisors are able to ensure that studentswho are willing to adhere to the requirements for doing sowill graduate within four years. The spirit of the four-yearagreement at Fredonia is to emphasize the university’scommitment to provide all the essential ingredients thatenable a student to graduate with a degree in four years.The rest is up to the student.

For more information about Fredonia in 4, students shouldcontact the chairperson of their major department, orcontact the Academic Advising Center, 2148 Fenton Hall.


3-1-3 ProgramThe SUNY Fredonia 3-1-3 program provides an opportunity for some high school seniors within driving distance of theuniversity to take courses at Fredonia while they still havethe close support of family and high school. The 3-1-3Program is a time-shortened, combined high school andcollege course of study that can lead to a B.A. or B.S.degree in three years after high school graduation. It ispossible because the university gives credit for thesuccessful completion of selected high school courses andthe high school allows successfully completed collegeEnglish and social science courses to count toward the high school diploma. Therefore, the name 3-1-3 means threeyears of high school, three years of university study andone transitional year during which the student is enrolledsimultaneously at his/her high school and at the university.

3-1-3 students are selected by the SUNY Fredoniaadmissions staff on the same basis as regularly admittedstudents.

Pre-Professional ProgramsStudents may arrange pre-professional programs toprepare for specialized training in engineering; healthrelated areas such as dentistry, medicine, optometry, andveterinary medicine; or law. Students seeking admissioninto professional schools should obtain the catalog of theinstitution they hope ultimately to enter and develop theiracademic program, insofar as possible, according to thelisted entrance requirements.

Advisement on pre-medical, pre-dental, and other healthrelated programs may be obtained from the BiomedicalProfessions Council through the Department of Biology,located in Jewett Hall. Students interested in these careersare encouraged to register with the council through thebiology department as early as possible to ensureappropriate advising on matters of course and majorchoices, and application procedures to professional school.For information on Pre-Medicine and Allied Sciences, seepage 73. Information on law may be obtained from thePre-Law Advisory Committee through the Department ofPolitical Science (for information on Legal Studies, refer tothe section on page 53); and on engineering from theDirector of the Cooperative Engineering Program.

InternshipsInternships provide an opportunity for students to receivecredit for experience gained by working in the public orprivate sector. Student interns are under the dualsupervision of a site supervisor at the organization for which they are working and a faculty sponsor. Internships givestudents a chance to explore career options, apply theorieslearned in the classroom, better understand the work world, and develop interpersonal skills.

Internships are available in a variety of disciplines,including: art and photography, biology and environmentalscience, business and accounting, chemistry,communication, computer and information sciences,counseling, law enforcement and legal offices, journalismand public relations, health administration, sound recordingtechnology and theatre arts.

Students who have completed 30 credit hours and haveearned a grade point average of 2.0 or higher are eligible to register for an internship. Internships may be taken forcredit in a student’s major or in another department.Students doing an internship must complete a LearningContract and register for the appropriate course to receivecredit. For information about local, national or internationalinternship opportunities, contact the Career DevelopmentOffice at (716) 673-3327.

Distance LearningSUNY Fredonia is committed to making alternative learningopportunities available to its students either through theInternet via the SUNY Learning Network, www.sln.suny.edu or two-way interactive video. Additional information isavailable from the university’s Office of Lifelong Learning,2142 Fenton Hall.

Study AbroadStudy abroad can be among the most rewardingexperiences a student can have; becoming part of a newculture; meeting new people and learning a new language.Fredonia students begin their global journey with a visit toLoGrasso Hall and the International Education Office. There they will find everything they need to make an informeddecision about their future overseas study.

The SUNY consortium of overseas programs gives students access to more than 400 programs throughout the world. Many students study abroad to gain fluency in a foreignlanguage while others take classes in their own discipline.Students have the opportunity to explore new programssuch as aboriginal studies or archeology. Courses takenabroad count toward the SUNY Fredonia grade pointaverage (GPA) and graduation requirements. Facultymembers also provide exciting, pedagogical learningexperiences overseas. Just recently they have developedprograms in Brazil, Bulgaria, England, France, Ghana,Iceland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Norway, Russia, Ukraine,Venezuela and Wales.

Study abroad is not a vacation abroad. To be eligible,students need to have a minimum 2.5 GPA and 30 credithours completed. Students studying abroad should keep an open mind about instructional styles and assessmentmethods as they can vary from country to country.

Students pay SUNY tuition (in-state or out-of-state,depending on the student's residency status) plus programcosts that vary by country. Program costs are $4,000 to$6,000 more than on-campus living costs. Financial aid can be applied to overseas study.

To ensure a smooth transition to and from study abroad,the Office of International Education conducts apre-departure orientation, provides applications, assistswith course selection, and gives a warm welcome upon astudent's return.

With proper advising and planning, a successful studyabroad experience will give students a marketableadvantage in the work world as leaders and global citizens.

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Fredonia's Sophomore Semester Abroad Program givessophomores the opportunity to fulfill five (5) College CoreCurriculum requirements while overseas. Studentsparticipating in the program will select five courses from amenu of categories offered by three of the university'spartners in Bulgaria, France and England. Students will also fulfill the Speaking Intensive Requirement, through aspecially designed pre-departure orientation course. Thiscross-cultural studies course introduces students to thecountry they will study in and teaches them about a varietyof intercultural communication topics.

International Student ServicesThe Office of International Education serves theinternational student community at SUNY Fredonia. Theoffice provides pre-arrival assistance, immigration services,orientation, and general support throughout the year.

Through immigration services (U.S.C.I.S.), the staff helpsinternational students maintain their status in compliancewith SEVIS regulations and apply for the immigrationbenefits for which they are eligible. As part of the orientation programming, the office provides extensive fall and springorientation programs for incoming international studentsand workshops throughout the semester on topics relatingto living and working in the U.S. The office also organizesInternational Education Week events, and arrangesexcursions and activities to complement the educationalexperiences of international students. Programs such asthe International Student Ambassadors; Host Family for aHoliday; and the International Student Club help incomingstudents make new friends and become a part of thecampus community from the start!

SUNY Fredonia welcomes international students, whosecontribution to the campus and community is valued.

For more information, students should contact the Office ofInternational Education at (716) 673-3451.

Grants Administration and Research ServicesFredonia’s Grants Administration and Research Servicesoffice is a one-stop resource and administration unit thathelps to identify potential external sources of funding forresearch and special projects, assists with proposal andbudget development, manages grant funding, monitorsexpenses, and aids in numerous other ways necessary inobtaining and administering external grants and contracts.

Fredonia values the kind of faculty/student interactions that reveal the process of discovery and creativity that isbasic to scholarly inquiry. The promotion of researchexperiences for undergraduates is part of Fredonia’smission. Increasing funding for faculty and student research is a basic element in the operations of the GrantsAdministration and Research Services office. Return onexternal funding provides funds for small "seed" grants thathelp to develop projects having the potential for futureexternal funding, assists with manuscript preparation andsubmission, and funds other support programs, such asspecial funds supporting student scholarly presentations atprofessional meetings.

Summer Sessions at SUNY FredoniaDuring the summer months, SUNY Fredonia offers acomprehensive program of undergraduate and graduatecourse work.

The availability of residence hall living during Session II and a wide range of recreational activities, along with a busyschedule of cultural events, enable the summer student toenjoy a full university life. The combination of intellectualstimulation in the classroom or online via the SUNYLearning Network can provide a very rewarding experience.

For additional information, students should contact theOffice of Lifelong Learning at (716) 673-3177.

Joining Term (J-Term) at SUNY FredoniaDuring the first two weeks in January, SUNY Fredoniaoffers a select group of undergraduate and graduatecourses, as well as a specially designed set of intensivestudy abroad experiences. While some J-Term courseofferings are campus-based, others are made availableover the Internet via the SUNY Learning Network or at such off-campus locations as the College Lodge or the RogerTory Peterson Institute. For additional information aboutFredonia’s J-Term program, interested persons shouldcontact the Office of Lifelong Learning at (716) 673-3177.

Student Creative Activity and ResearchThe mission of the Office of Student Creative Activity andResearch is to promote and support student scholarlyactivity and creative work across the SUNY Fredoniacampus. Such an endeavor is integral to the teaching andlearning experience. It provides an opportunity for studentsto become closely affiliated with a faculty mentor and todevelop skills and knowledge that will benefit them in thefuture. Both students and faculty benefit from such activityand, therefore, the institution has made a concerted effort to promote such collaborations. Funding is available forstudent travel to conferences and an annual exposition isheld in the spring to celebrate student achievements. Formore information, students should contact the Office ofStudent Creative Activity and Research at (716) 673-3129.


ACADEMIC AND STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESThe university provides a variety of services and programsdesigned to support and enhance its educational programsand to assist students in solving problems that mayinterfere with their academic achievement. These servicesare directed and implemented by a trained professionalstaff.

Reed LibraryReed Library plays a key role in the teaching and learningprocess at Fredonia as students and faculty make heavyuse of over 18 million volumes that comprise the holdings of the SUNY libraries. Over 32,000 journals are availableonline along with extensive collections of microforms,videotapes and DVDs. The Music Library houses more than 17,000 sound recordings and over 30,000 musical scoresand performance parts. Archives and Special Collectionscontain extensive holdings, including the universityarchives, materials related to local history, records of theHolland Land Company, and books and manuscripts of thenoted Austrian author Stefan Zweig.

Librarians provide orientation sessions and in-depthinstruction in the use of information sources to studentgroups and all academic disciplines. Reference librariansare available to answer specific questions and to advisestudents on research strategies. One-on-one researchconsultations are available by appointment, but patrons can have reference questions answered at all times by usingthe Ask Us 24/7 Instant Messaging service. The Archivist isavailable by appointment for research consultationregarding the holdings of the Archives and SpecialCollections, and will provide instruction sessions for classes by request. The Reed Library web pages contain extensiveguides on the use of library resources.

A wide variety of resources including encyclopedias,indexes, full text articles, e-books and online journals andonline reference services are available to the campuscommunity 24 hours a day.

The Office of Educational Technology Services is located in Reed Library. The service provides ANGEL administrationto the campus community and also supports faculty with the use of interactive tools and effective instructional designtechniques.

Reed Library is open at the following times during theacademic year: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.(next day); Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to10 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. (next day). Hours are extended during exam periods, and are reduced duringintersession and summer sessions. For more detailedinformation, students should go to the library website atwww.fredonia.edu/library or telephone (716) 672-1234(hours) or (716) 673-3222 (Reference Desk).

Information Technology ServicesInformation Technology Services (ITS) provides a widerange of services for students and employees. The robustcampus network provides local area network and Internetaccess for approximately 2,400 ResNet (student residentialnetwork) connections and approximately 3,400

academic/administrative connections for classrooms,teaching/student laboratories and computer labs, ReedLibrary, and offices. The wireless network is available in allacademic buildings, with expansion to other areas of thecampus planned. Collaboration and learning managementtools are provided via Microsoft Exchange E-mail and theANGEL Learning Management System, and personalworking/storage server space is available. "YourConnection" is the secure web interface providing studentaccess to financial aid and billing information, coursesearch and registration for classes, final grades, andinformation on how to access e-mail and ANGEL services.

Students are encouraged to purchase laptops and arerequired to maintain anti-virus protection on all desktopdevices logged into the campus network. Anti-virussoftware is licensed for enrolled students is available fordownload from the ITS website, as are recommendedlaptop specifications. Even though the majority ofresidential students bring their personal desktop or laptop to campus, students continue to utilize three general-purposeopen computer labs in Reed Library, G22 McEwen Hall,and in the Media Center located at W203 Thompson Hall.In addition to general purpose labs, ITS supports a numberof computer teaching labs, many that are utilized primarilyfor classroom instruction and then open for general usewhen classes end each day. Printing is available in all labs,with 600 single-page prints provided to each student persemester.

Students should refer tohttp://www.fredonia.edu/AIT/Labs/Default.asp for acomplete listing of computer labs and equipment.

The Help Desk Team is the initial point of contact (by e-mail at [email protected], or telephone 716-673-3150, orwalk-in at E224 Thompson Hall) for questions regardingaccess or use of electronic services. Additional informationabout ITS services and the SUNY Fredonia Computer andNetwork Usage Policy is available at www.fredonia.edu.its.

For more information regarding suggested personalcomputer configurations, e-mail configurations, listservpolicy and the Fredonia Computer and Network UsagePolicy, students should refer to page 240 or the ITS website at http://www/fredonia.edu/its.

The Learning Center/Disability Support ServicesThe Learning Center, located on the fourth floor of ReedLibrary, is a place where any SUNY Fredonia student cango to to get help from student tutors. Tutoring is free and isavailable in most subject areas on a drop-in basis. Subjectareas include but are not limited to: math, English/writing,computer science, physics, chemistry, psychology,sociology, Spanish, economics, business administration,accounting, biology, geology and history.

The Learning Center philosophy is that tutoring is notteaching and tutoring sessions are based on where thestudent is in his or her understanding of course material.Students must have at least attempted their assignments.The goal of tutoring is to help students with theirassignments in a way that will help them becomesuccessful in all of their classes.

The center also has computers available for students towork independently or with tutors on assignments and

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projects. Students are encouraged to use the LearningCenter as a resource to help develop successful study skills strategies and to get assistance with understanding coursematerial.

Learning Center tutors are successful students who havebeen recommended by faculty to become tutors.Applications are accepted for tutoring positions in March.Final decisions are made by the end of April after a seriesof interviews. Tutors are then hired for both semesters ofthe following academic year.

The Learning Center provides language support servicesfor English as a second language (ESL) and is also thehome of Disability Support Services for Students, the FullOpportunity Program, and the 3-1-3 Program. The center'sweb site is located at http://fredonia.edu/tlc.

Educational Development Program The Educational Development Program (EDP), knownstatewide as the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP),is an academic and financial support services programadministered by the State University of New York. It isdesigned to provide a university education for talentedstudents who have not had an opportunity to realize theiracademic potential. EDP serves students from diversebackgrounds with priority for admission given to the“historically disadvantaged.”

Additionally, program graduates can receive a waiver oftuition for full-time graduate study upon acceptance at anySUNY college or university.

The Educational Development Program is a comprehensive academically oriented program offering supportive servicesin three areas:

1. Academic Support

a. University level b. Tutorial assistance c. Supplemental instruction

2. Counseling Services a. Academic advisement b. Individual and group c. Career d. Freshmen seminar course e. Personal and social f. Peer advising

3. Financial Assistance a. Financial aid for qualified students b. Financial planning

Scholarships and awards given to program students whoexcel academically, are involved in leadership andcommunity service are: the Chi Alpha Epsilon NationalHonor Society (see page 193), the Arthur O. EveScholarship, the Director's Award, the Gregory AntonioFund Award, and the Ralph Wilson Jr. EDP Book Award.

Students should review the Educational DevelopmentProgram eligibility and admissions criteria on page 196 ofthe Undergraduate Catalog. Students interested in theprogram should look for the EDP home page athttp://www.fredonia.edu/edp.

Career Development Officewww.fredonia.edu/cdo

The Career Development Office provides a link between the campus and the world of work. The professional staff helpsfreshmen through alumni to:

• explore options and make career/major/job choices

• plan strategies to gain experience and identify skillsto become competitive

• identify and apply for internship opportunities

• develop skills to implement a successful job search

• learn how to apply to graduate or professional school

• locate information and opportunities to makedecisions or implement plans

• get connected to employers and graduate schools

Outline of Services

Individual Counseling. Students are encouraged to makean appointment early in their university experience toexamine the expectations they may have for a degreeprogram, major, and possible occupations. Computerprograms, assessments, career information, andinformation interviewing are used to supplement counseling appointments. A counseling appointment is alsorecommended to identify strategies and find information toimplement a job search or to do a videotaped practiceinterview.

Drop-in Hours. A counselor is available without anappointment to help locate information, critique resumesand cover letters, and answer questions about internships,summer jobs, or applying to graduate or professional school on selected afternoons when classes are in session.

Internships. An internship is a learning experience gainedby working in a position related to a student's major orcareer field. Internships provide hands-on experience thatcan confirm or reject tentative career choices; help todevelop useful career building skills; show potentialemployers evidence of the ability to apply skills in a relatedwork environment and make students more attractivecandidates for employment or graduate school.

Credit bearing internships are open to any registeredstudent who has completed at least 30 credit hours and has a minimum GPA of 2.0. Internships may be in a student'smajor or in another department. Students may earn up to15 hours of internship credit per semester and may count amaximum of 24 hours of internship credit toward the 120hours required for an undergraduate degree. Students must complete a Learning Contract and have it approved by their faculty sponsor, internship site supervisor and theInternship Coordinator in the CDO. In addition, they mustregister for the appropriate course and pay the registrationfee to receive credit.

The Internships section of the CDO website lists a widevariety of internship opportunities, a searchable database of internships previously held by SUNY Fredonia students,and current internship policies and procedures. Careercounselors can help students identify and find internshipopportunities related to their interests and goals, as well ascreate an effective resume and cover letter.


Workshops. The counselors make presentations to student clubs, classes and residence halls about career options,internships, summer jobs, resume writing, job searching,interviewing, and graduate or professional schoolapplication issues.

Career Resource Area. This library of almost 1,200 books, videotapes and brochures includes information about avariety of career fields; directories of potential employers,internships and graduate school programs; and how to write resumes, cover letters, find a job and interview successfully. A series of handouts on career choice, internships, jobsearch, resumes and cover letters is also available.

Quest. Each enrolled student has a personal account inthis web-based system. It provides access to studentemployment, internship, summer and professional joblistings; a resume database; an employer database; amentor database of Fredonia alumni; and a listing of special events.

Recruitment Events. Each year organizations visit thecampus to interview students about to complete a degreeprogram. In addition, students can participate in specialannual programs such as Teacher Recruitment Days,Human Services Career Fair, and JobQuest. Professionalsalso visit the campus to make presentations about careerfields, internship programs and job opportunities.

Credentials File. Students about to complete a degreeprogram are eligible to establish a file which includes aresume, course list, transcript, and letters ofrecommendation to be sent to prospective employers orgraduate admissions personnel to support an application.

Follow-up Study on Graduates. Each year the officecontacts the graduates of the university to determine theirplans for the first year after graduation. Members of eachclass choose to accept diverse opportunities for furtherstudy and employment.

Education organizations are the most frequent first-timeemployers of Fredonia graduates, followed by business and industry; non-profit/social service; government; media orarts organizations and self-employment.

Graduates are pursuing advanced degrees in science, law,business, education, music, medicine, and a variety of other disciplines at graduate institutions across the country, many widely recognized for their excellence. Information aboutthe first year plans of recent graduates is available onrequest from the Career Development Office.

Contact Information. The office is located on the secondfloor of Gregory Hall and can be reached by phone at (716)673-3327, by FAX at (716) 673-3593, or by e-mail [email protected].

Counseling Center

PhilosophyThe mission of the SUNY Fredonia Counseling Center is topromote intellectual, social and emotional development that fosters academic and personal success within the contextof a global and culturally diverse society.

ServicesProfessional counselors, all of whom have graduatedegrees, are available to assist students with typical lifetransitions as well as serious, complex life problems. Inaddition, a psychiatrist visits weekly to assist those students in need of psychiatric evaluation and medication. Free,confidential mental health counseling services are available to all registered students. A variety of counseling servicesincluding individual and group psychotherapy, crisisintervention, mental health assessment, referral, andinformational services are offered.

The development of personal insight, interpersonal skills,and strength of character, expected of an educated person, is encouraged through counseling. Counseling services forindividuals or groups typically address such issues as anxiety, depression, substance use, eating disorders,sexual identity, social and dating relationships, roommateconflicts, family problems, sexual abuse, assertivenesstraining, communication skills training, and careerdecisions.

All information revealed in counseling is held in the strictestconfidence. In a student's initial interview, a counselor willmeet with the student for approximately 50 minutes togather information about the student's concerns. Sessions are usually scheduled every other week. As a client, astudent is in complete control and may end counseling atany point.

CEASECampus Education, Awareness, Support, and Effect(CEASE) is the violence prevention program at SUNYFredonia. The program is coordinated through theCounseling Center and works to end sexual assault,relationship violence, and stalking on campus. The CEASEprogram coordinates campus policies and proceduresregarding violence, collaborates with community agenciesthat provide services to victims of violence, providescampus education and training on violence, and serves asan advocate for survivors of violence. For more information, students should visIt the CEASE website atwww.fredonia.edu/counseling/CEASE.

Consultation and WorkshopsProfessional counselors are also available for consultation,workshops, and in-service to students, faculty, and staff inthe university community on topics such as conflictresolution, stress management, relaxation skills, alcoholand drug abuse, and communication skills.

The Counseling Center is located in LoGrasso Hall.Appointments can be made in person at the reception deskor by telephone at (716) 673-3424. Information aboutservices being offered for the current semester includinggroups, workshops, and wellness ideas and links can beaccessed through the center's website atwww.fredonia.edu/counseling/index.html.

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Center for Multicultural Affairswww.fredonia.edu/department/Maffairs

The Center for Multicultural Affairs is the principalfoundation for multicultural programming and outreach onFredonia's campus and in the surrounding community. Thecenter strives to offer a safe educational and social spaceto all members of the university community. Throughadvocacy, education and program development, the centersupports the creation of a diverse university community forthe purpose of enhancing the student population'sacademic development, level of cultural awareness andcommitment to promote social justice.

The center houses the Black Student Union; LatinosUnidos; Women’s Student Union; Pride Alliance, JewishStudent Union, and the Native American StudentAssociation while providing support to the Gospel Choir and Sister Circle discussion group. Each of the groups provide a wide array of cultural programming and enrichment to thecampus and community.

Additional services provided by the Center for MulticulturalAffairs include academic, personal, group, and careerservices; student advocacy; leadership development;mentoring programs; and various other campus-widediversity initiatives. For more information about the Centerfor Multicultural Affairs, students should call (716) 673-3398 or stop by the office at E125 Thompson Hall.

STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUSResidence Life

www.fredonia.edu/reslife/

On Campus. Because the university realizes that animportant part of students’ total educational development isthe housing unit in which they live during their stay inFredonia, the Office of Residence Life attempts to providestudents with facilities conducive to adequate study.Through the learning experience of group living, residentstudents acquire a greater awareness and understanding of themselves and their ideas, and a greater concern for andconsideration of the other members of the community.

Although on-campus housing is reserved for matriculatedundergraduate students, the university will accommodatesingle graduate students if space is available.

Freshmen and sophomores who do not live with parents orspouses within 50 miles of the campus are required, as amatter of policy, to live in university housing for the fullacademic year. Any exemption to the regulation must begranted, in writing, by the Director of Residence Life. Thehousing license is for the entire academic year and cannotbe canceled during this period as long as the student isregistered, regardless of class standing. There is a $350fee for approved termination of the housing license.

Assignment to a residence hall is first-come, first-served,based on the date of submission of a completed housingpacket. The packet includes a housing license, and otherhousing information.

There are 14 residence halls on the SUNY Fredoniacampus, including corridor and suite-style buildings, as wellas kitchen suites. Residence hall activities attempt tointegrate resident living experiences with the totaleducational program of the university. The residence hallsare modern, comfortable, and convenient and allow astudent the opportunity to establish independence andexperiment with a variety of activities and experiences.Through hall council, students have opportunities toparticipate with other students in programs of their ownchoosing, to work on projects of interest to themselves andof service to others, and to communicate students’ needsand concerns to the university. Although much of theresponsibility for governing the halls lies with the student,an experienced and professionally trained staff member isin charge of each residence hall. The residence director,whose major concern is student welfare, is assisted byseveral undergraduate resident assistants. They work withand advise students within the residence halls to developbroadly based educational and social programs that serveto offer opportunities for growth and involvement within theliving situation.

The Office of Residence Life continually reviews theinterests and objectives of students in an effort to providefacilities that will assist them in the educational process.There is an Aerobics Center in Hemingway Hall, a Wellness Center in Schulz Hall, and a Craft Room in Disney Hall aswell as the online network.

SUNY Fredonia's residential complex has been expandedwith an addition of a $23 million renovation and two-storyaddition to Cranston Hall. The University Commons


includes a dining facility, convenience store, bookstore andStarbucks Coffee. The residence hall accommodates 119students in "premium" air-conditioned rooms with abathroom for every two bedrooms.

Detailed information about university housing facilities forsingle students will be provided upon request by the Officeof Residence Life, Gregory Hall, State University of NewYork at Fredonia, Fredonia, NY, 14063.

Regulations governing occupancy of residence hall roomswill be provided by the Office of Residence Life at the timethe housing packet is forwarded to students. All occupantswithin the halls are expected to comply with the appropriateregulations.

For the cost of housing, see the section on Expenses (page 198).

Off Campus. Off-campus housing information is maintainedin the Student Association Office located in the WilliamsCenter and an online guide is available.

ResNet Office. www.fredonia.edu/resnet The ResNet officeis located in Nixon Hall and is a multi-functional, studentoperated help desk that provides dedicated, high speedEthernet connections that allow students to connect toe-mail, the Internet, and to other students living in theresidence halls. ResNet provides the following services forstudents living in the residence halls.

• ResNet connection support

• Hardware and software assistance

• Electronic card access support

• Residential network security

• Residence Life equipment sign-out

• ResNet printing service

• Computer purchasing program

Students living on-campus may bring their computers intothe ResNet Office for repair or they may schedule anin-room appointment to have a Residential ComputerConsultant assist them with their computer relatedproblems. For more information, students should contactthe office at (716) 673-3668 or at [email protected].

Faculty Student AssociationThe Faculty Student Association (FSA) is a not-for-profitcorporation governed by a board of directors composed ofseven students, three university administrators, threefaculty, one classified staff member, and one alumnimember. It operates under a contract with SUNY Fredoniain conformance with guidelines established for all SUNYcampuses. FSA receives no government subsidies, and isself-supporting through revenues generated from itsservices. Any income after operating expenses is used tobenefit the university by supporting campus programs. FSAadministrative and food services offices are located inGregory Hall. For general information, students should call(716) 673-3417 or view the FSA website athttp://fsa.fredonia.edu.

Food Service Operations

The Marketplace at Erie Dining Center features all a person cares to eat self-service of a variety of traditional andspecialty menu items.

Cranston Marché, a new dining experience featuringprepared entrees and side dishes, is an all a person caresto eat facility offering breakfast, lunch and dinner located on the second floor of the University Commons.

The Connections Food Court, located on the lower level ofthe Williams Center, offers a variety of fast food selections.

For customer convenience, Signature Café, with severalunits located across campus, specializes in espresso-based coffee and other upscale beverages, pastries, soup, salads, and sandwiches.

Starbucks Coffee, located on the ground floor of theUniveristy Commons, offers rich-brewed coffee, espressoand blended beverages, Tazoâ teas, pastries, sandwiches, salads and a variety of giftware.

Café G, on the first floor of the Williams Center, and theAlumni House and Conference Center, are among thepopular locations offering full catering services ranging from coffee breaks to banquets.

Customers should contact the FSA office at (716)673-3417, ext. 6227 for further information.

Other Services

ID Cards - A university ID card is required of all enrolledSUNY Fredonia students. The cards are initially issued freeof charge to students by the FSA office. In addition to beinga required form of identification on campus, they are alsothe official card used for all meal and debit plans. Moreinformation can be obtained at www.MyFREDCard.com.

The University Bookstore provides new and used textbooksas well as a variety of reference and study aids. Located onthe ground floor of University Commons, the bookstore alsooffers school and art supplies, health and beauty aids,imprinted items, clothing, greeting cards and a unique array ofgift items. The store’s computer department featureshardware, software and a wide range of peripherals. TheConvenience Store, located adjacent to the bookstore, offershealth and beauty aids, beverages, and a variety of fooditems.

The SUNY Fredonia Debit Account is a prepaid taxabledebit account. The account offers the convenience ofmaking purchases at any FSA or Signature Café-operatedlocation without carrying cash.

Students signing up for a SUNY Fredonia Debit AccountPlan are entitled to take advantage of the TextbookPre-pack option. The bookstore will prepackage a student’stextbooks and subtract the cost from the student’s SUNYFredonia Debit Account. When the student arrives oncampus they simply go to the pre-pack area in theUniversity Commons, show their FREDCard and pick uptheir books.

The FSA provides check-cashing services on campus.Students who possess a valid Fredonia university I.D. cardmay cash checks in the bookstore. Fees for check cashing

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may apply. In addition, electronic banking machines areavailable on campus.

FSA’s vending program on campus includes snacks andbeverages. In addition, FSA also provides the washers anddryers in the residence halls.

The Herbert C. Mackie Memorial Camp (College Lodge)in Brocton, located 12 miles from the campus on Route380, is a 193-acre refuge featuring a beautiful and rusticlodge and hiking trails. The facility is available byreservation for parties, cross-country ski outings, and otherevents. The camp also has a sleeping lodge that willaccommodate up to 75 people.

Student Employment - FSA provides jobs ranging from 10to 20 hours per week for approximately 300 students. Avariety of student jobs are available, with the majority beingin the food service areas. The jobs are not based onfinancial need.

Student Health CenterThe Student Health Center is located in LoGrasso Hall. The health center is staffed by a board-certified physician, twonurse practitioners, registered nurses, a lab technologistand a secretary. The staff at LoGrasso Hall Health Centerstrives to provide quality health care for the studentpopulation in an outpatient clinic setting. The treatment ofillnesses and injuries, as well as preventive health servicesand health education, are provided in a confidential, caringatmosphere. The health center has a lab and can performsome simple diagnostic tests on site.

Health services are funded by the mandatory health feepaid each semester. Most services at the health center andmany medications are provided without any additionalcharge to the student. Maintenance allergy injections,vaccinations and PPD tests are provided for an additionalcharge to the student.

The health center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondaythrough Friday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.When necessary, referrals can be made to privatephysicians or specialists in the local area.

Emergency coverage is available at Brooks MemorialHospital.

Birth Control Information Center - The Birth ControlInformation Center or “BCIC” is located in LoGrasso Halland is staffed by trained student volunteers. All students,male or female, may use the BCIC to learn more aboutcontraceptives and other sexual health issues. Clinics areheld twice a week in the evening where gynecologicalservices and birth control are provided at minimal cost tothe student. Clinic staff includes a gynecologist, nursepractitioner, physician assistants, and registered nurses.

University Police DepartmentThe University Police Department, located on the secondfloor of Gregory Hall, is responsible for all law enforcementrelated issues on campus.

Members of the department are trained in a communitypolicing environment where students and the campuscommunity share in keeping the university a safe place tostudy and work. University Police Officers are responsible

for the security of all buildings and the protection ofstudents, employees, and visitors. Duties includecommunity policing, parking enforcement and allinvestigations.

The Chief of University Police is assisted by threelieutenants and 10 officers. The office maintains a closeworking relationship with the Fredonia Police Departmentand other law enforcement agencies in ChautauquaCounty.

Office of Veterans Affairswww.fredoina.edu/veteransaffairs/

Veterans and their dependents who are eligible to receiveeducational benefits through the Veterans Administrationare assisted through this office. Located on the first floor ofNixon Hall in Room 151(716 673-3423), the VeteransAffairs Office provides information, advice, and processesthe paperwork for certification of veterans' educationalbenefits. Although they are not Veterans Administrationemployees, staff members are committed to using theirexperience and expertise to assist students anddependents in receiving their entitlements. The office isstaffed by part-time student employees under thesupervision of the Veterans Certifying Official. The office isopen Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. during the academic year, and 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. during thesummer and intersessions. Enrollment certifications andreferrals are processed through the office. The office alsoserves as the campus liaison with the V.A. Regional Officein Buffalo and also facilitates referrals for students.Appointments are also available.


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Campus Life Officewww.fredonia.edu/campuslife

The Campus Life Office, located in the Williams Center,provides many exciting activities for students to participatein to fill the hours when they are not in the classroom. Theoffice is a place for students to schedule concerts, dances,movies, lectures, student organization meetings and a hostof campus activities. Some of the services the office andstaff provide are:

• Advisement to student organizations

• Providing a meeting place, by reservation, for groups and organizations

• Maintaining leadership development programs andworkshops for students, organizations and advisors

• Facilitating advertisement for campus/organizationevents

In addition to the above services, the Campus Life Office plans Family Weekend, Commencement, Summer Orientation,Winterfest, and works closely with Residence Life events,Homecoming, Admissions Open Houses, Multicultural Affairs,Superdance, and the conference committee.

For students’ leisure and recreation, Campus Life alsooffers The Spot. Featured in The Spot is the Campus GrindCafé, which serves a variety of specialty coffees, granitasfrozen drinks, pastries, and daily luncheon items. Adjacentto the Campus Grind is the campus nightclub, completewith staging for small concerts and the latest in soundequipment for dancing. The Spot game room offersfoosball, bubble hockey and air hockey, and the latest invideo games.

The Williams Center lobby is open Monday through Friday,8 a.m. until midnight; Saturday, 11 a.m. until midnight; andSunday, 11 a.m. until midnight, when classes are insession. Events that wish to extend beyond midnight arepermitted with permission. For more information, studentsshould contact the Campus Life Office at (716) 673-3143.

Central Ticket Office www.fredonia.edu/campuslife/cto.asp

The Central Ticket Office is a full-service outlet located onthe main floor of the Williams Center. Its main function is inproviding tickets for events on campus and the outlyingcommunities. Tickets for theater, musical concerts,graduation, plus bus transportation to all areas of the United States are available to students. In addition, the CentralTicket Office offers students charter bus service duringholidays to the Southern Tier, New York City and LongIsland. Greyhound, Coach USA and Trailways bus schedules and tickets are also available for purchase, withconnections made through the Buffalo Metro Terminal.Amtrak schedules and tickets are available on 48 hoursnotice. Other services offered include Western Unionincoming money transactions. The Central Ticket Office isopen during the academic year from Monday throughFriday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., and on Saturday from 1 until 5 p.m.

Volunteer and Community Serviceswww.fredonia.edu/campuslife/volunteer/

The Office of Volunteer and Community Services is a partof Campus Life. Its purpose is to connect students with thecommunity, provide volunteer opportunities and to create as well as implement a variety of service learning experiences. Students will be able to incorporate these opportunities intothe classroom. The office serves as a central resource forinformation about area opportunities in service.

Student AssociationAll fee-paying students at SUNY Fredonia are members ofthe Student Association. The Representative Assembly,which is the governing body, is divided into the five classes(freshman through graduate) and has one electedrepresentative for every 100 students in the class.

The representatives have a very important responsibility.Besides representing their constituents at the assemblymeetings, they are individually appointed to facultycommittees of their choice. Through these committees,students voice their opinions on such matters asacademics, food services and student affairs. Studentmembership on these committees is not limited to assembly members, however, everyone is encouraged to participate.

The association also has committees and departments ofits own which require student input. Student Relations,Community Relations, and Environmental Affairs offerstudents a way to assist each other and to get practicalexperience in fields in which they are interested.

Elections for the office of president and vice president of the Student Association are held every November for aone-year term that runs from January to December. TheStudent Association President has the privilege ofappointing a comptroller. The Speaker of the House isnominated and elected annually by Assembly.

Students are encouraged to become involved with theStudent Association. The association determines how theresources (activity fee) of the students are allocated andreleased over the year and submit for approval by theUniversity President an annual budget.

The Student Association Office is located on the main floorof the Williams Center. Students may stop in any time tojoin a committee, become a representative or just to askquestions. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Art ForumArt Forum presents programs that broaden the awarenessof the visual arts; gives interested students the opportunitythrough participation to develop student and communityappreciation for the visual arts; and helps to develop aneffective and informal network of professional assistancethat is a resource to the profession and the public. Thegroup participates in many activities ranging fromexhibitions to weekend trips to major cities.

Black Student Union (BSU)The Black Student Union, which has been in existence forover 25 years at Fredonia, is an organization that seeks topromote a feeling of unity and pride among students of

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African descent as well as provide a sense of culturalawareness throughout the campus community. The BSUcontributes to the richness and diversity of student life bysponsoring lectures, artists, dancers, poets and musicalproductions throughout the year. Some of the organization’s annual events include the People of Color ConcernsConference, the Black Achievement Awards Dinner, afashion show, and Kwanzaa, an African Americancelebration that is an affirmation of culturalself-determination. Such people as Dr. Na’im Akbar, KwamiToure, Dr. Bruce Bridges, Dr. Ivan van Setima, Jill Nelson,Bill Bellamy, Omar Tyree, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal and Dr.Ali Rashad Umrani, are just a few of the many who havejoined the BSU family at Fredonia.

EthosThe purpose of Ethos is to set and maintain a standard ofexcellence in music composition; to create an environmentwithin which composition at Fredonia can flourish; to createa vehicle for the performance of student compositions; andto organize two music festivals a year including, as well asstudent compositions, works by other composers. Activitiesinclude attending theory and composition conferences.

Fredonia Jazz WorkshopThe purpose of the Fredonia Jazz Workshop is to provide asource of education in jazz for the campus community, aswell as educational and musical experiences in jazz to thelocal community through concerts and campus sponsoreddances.

The Leader

The Leader is SUNY Fredonia's award-winning, student-run campus newspaper. It is published every Wednesdayduring the academic year and is sustained independentlythrough advertising revenue. The Leader is run by a student editorial board that is composed of its editorial, business,and production staff. Each paper includes five sections:News, Sports, Campus Life, Arts, and the Lampoon(comics).

Positions are open to students of any major, regardless ofexperience. All editorial seats are voted on in April for thefollowing academic year. Students interested in English,journalism, communication, public relations, graphic design, photography, illustration, business administration, sales,marketing or advertising are encouraged to join the staff.Some positions are paid.

Student Opera Theatre Association (SOTA)The purpose of Opera Theatre is to provide a source ofeducation in the production and performance aspects ofopera. The opera is represented through live performances, guest speakers and artists, lectures, master classes andother forms of the opera. Membership is open to allfee-paying students, faculty and staff.

OrchesisOrchesis is a club dedicated to the appreciation of dance asan art form. Classes are held daily in the late afternoon. Threeconcerts are presented annually; an informal fall and springconcert featuring choreographed work of participatingstudents, and a formal concert in the spring semester

presenting dances choreographed by faculty and students. Inaddition, the club sponsors various master classes andperformances by guest artists throughout the year.

Performing Arts Company (PAC)The Performing Arts Company is the student-run theatregroup at SUNY Fredonia. PAC presents four productions ayear, two per semester, and also sponsors workshops. It is acreative outlet for all interested students and is frequently astepping-stone to Walter Gloor Mainstage shows.

Spectrum Entertainment BoardSpectrum Entertainment Board is a student organizationdedicated to enriching the university curriculum bypresenting stimulating arts, entertainment, and culturalprograms for the campus community. Members ofSpectrum are educated on negotiating contracts, dealingwith agents and artists, and coordinating large,campus-wide events. Programs include lectures, films,concerts, weekly music series, comedy, and special eventssuch as Activities Night, Family Weekend entertainment,Hanging of the Greens, and Fredonia Fest. Past performers have included: Recycled Percussion, Ben Folds, AnthonyRapp, Dashboard Confessional, Max Weinberg, StephenLynch and Mo Rocca.

Fredonia Radio SystemsFredonia Radio Systems includes both WDVL-Cable andInternet 89.5 FM and WCVF 88.9 FM. The two stationsprovide SUNY Fredonia students and Northern Chautauqua County with radio programming designed to inform as wellas entertain. They also provide valuable training for thoseinterested in any aspect of broadcast communication.

WDVL, “The Inferno,” began operations as WCVF-AM inthe early 1940s and is the oldest radio station in the SUNYsystem. This commercial station programs contemporaryrock as well as campus news and sports to its on-campusaudience of students. WCVF, “The Voice,” went on the airin 1978, broadcasting to Fredonia and surroundingcommunities. It is a non-commercial station licensed by theFCC to the SUNY Board of Trustees, and features a variety of public affairs, news (both local and National PublicRadio), sports, and a progressive blend of alternative music styles from jazz, folk and blues, to reggae, techno, worldbeat and rock, with an emphasis on new music.

Fredonia Radio Systems offers all students, regardless ofmajor, the opportunity to work in the following departments:management, business, promotion, sales, traffic, music,production, news, sports, community service, and engineering. The station is managed and staffed by volunteers. Its officesand studios are located in McEwen Hall.

WNYF-TVWNYF-TV is a completely student-operated cable television station located in the lower level of Hendrix Hall, equippedfor studio and field production and editing, with some of thelatest digital technology. WNYF gives its student membersan intense professional experience in television production,and fosters a real esprit de corps as a fun, hardworkingcampus group. The station cablecasts a variety of award-winning programming to the village of Fredonia, the city ofDunkirk, and the university campus.


Absolutely no experience is required to join the staff ofWNYF, and all majors are welcome. Students can gainexperience in all production areas by producing, writing,directing, and editing, or taking on-air roles from news andsports to drama. Members have the opportunity to create,develop, and produce their own programs, as well as jointhe decision making board. An Oscars-style awardsceremony (The Freddy’s) is held each year to honor thebest of station production.

Interested students should look for the first general meeting announcement at the beginning of each semester, or call(716) 673-3571, or stop by the station.

Writers' RingThe Writers' Ring unites SUNY Fredonia students with theworks of national and international writers. Students helpdecide on inviting visiting writers to campus readings thatroutinely draw over 100 audience members. Students alsohave the opportunity to edit the campus literary magazine,The Trident. Its mission is to encourage literary exchangesamong students at Fredonia and to promote creative writing outside of the classroom and into the community byproviding a forum for readings and lively discussions offiction, poetry, and mixed genre literary work. Nationally and internationally renowned writers who have given readingsrecently include Naomi Shihab Nye, Steve Almond, Oliverde la Paz, Allison Joseph, Lisa Jarnot, Patrick Rosal,IlyaKaminsky and Eric Gansworth.

Other Student Clubs and Interest GroupsStudent life is enriched by the availability of a wide varietyof formal and informal group activities, some of longstanding, some only newly established. In addition to honorsocieties, there are service groups, clubs relating to specific majors and career fields, a growing social fraternity andsorority system, and interest groups involved with sports,hobbies, areas of social concern, etc. It is not possible togive more than a sampling here; students who have aspecific interest or just want to find out the full range ofpossibilities may write to the Office of Campus Life(Williams Center, SUNY Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063) orstop by the office when on campus for the latest guide toStudent Organizations. The following list suggests therange of additional activities available. All department clubs, independent organizations, associations and societies must be recognized by the Student Association in order to haveaccess to campus facilities and association funds.

Accounting SocietyAlma Mater SocietyAlpha Lambda DeltaAlpha Phi OmegaAlpha Psi OmegaAmerican Choral Directors AssociationAmerican Marketing AssociationAmerican String Teachers AssociationAmnesty InternationalApplied Communication AssociationArt ForumAsian Culture UnionBACCHUSBeginner Ice Hockey ClubBeta Beta Beta

Biochemistry ClubBirth Control Information CenterBlack Horse RugbyBlack Student UnionBusiness ClubCampus GreensCatholic Student UnionChemistry ClubChi Tau OmegaClub HockeyClub SoccerCo-ed VolleyballCollege DemocratsCollege LibertariansCollege RepublicansColleges Against CancerComputer Science ClubCriminal Justice ClubDance TeamDef Poets SocietyDelta Chi FraternityDelta Phi Epsilon SororityDV Filmmaking ClubEconomics ClubEngineering and Physics SocietyEntrepreneurs ClubSUNY MEU ClubFencing ClubField Hockey ClubFigure Skating ClubFilm Appreciation ClubFredonia Brass AssociationFredonia Friends Across BordersFredonia Men's Club VolleyballFredonia State Boxing ClubFredonia State Conductors GuildFredonia State Keyboard AssociationFredonia State Golf ClubFredonia State of MindFredonia State Pep BandFredonia State Show ChoirFredonia Voices for AnimalsFrench ClubGenetics ClubGeology ClubGolden Key International Honour SocietyGuitar SocietyHabitat for HumanityHaunted Forest AssociationHillel: Jewish Student UnionHistory ClubImprov-CollectiveImprov SocietyInter-Varsity Christian FellowshipIrish Dancing SocietyKappa Delta PiLacrosse ClubLatinos UnidosThe LeaderLeadership CorpsM.E.N.C.Media Arts ClubMorning StarMusic Business Club


Music Therapy ClubNative American Student AssociationPanhellenic CouncilPercussion GuildPhi Mu Alpha SinfoniaPhilosophical SocietyPoetry in Motion WinterguardPolitical Science AssociationPremium BlendPride AlliancePsi ChiPsychology ClubPublic Relations Student Society of AmericaResident Assistant Advisory BoardRock Stars AnonymousSci-Fi Fantasy Gamers ClubSigma Alpha IotaSigma Gamma Phi SororitySigma Kappa SororitySigma Phi Epsilon FraternitySister CircleSkateboarding ClubSki and Ride ClubSocial Work ClubSome Like It HotSound ServicesSpeech Pathology and Audiology Society (SPAS)Students Teaching Equals Positive Sexuality (STEPS)Student Pagan AssociationSuperdanceSUNY Fredonia Blue Devil WrestingSUNY Fredonia Disc Golf ClubSUNY Fredonia Ultimate Club TennisTau Kappa Epsilon FraternityTeacher Education ClubTheatrical Combat ClubTonmeistersWilderness ClubWomen’s Student Union

The formal and informal activities mentioned above arefurther supplemented by some traditional events in studentcampus life that normally involve large groups of students.They include the following: Activities Night, Culture Night,Superdance, and Homecoming.

Other Campus ActivitiesThe groups and activities previously mentioned are joinedby some other non-classroom events and activities instudent campus life. This section lists a sampling of theseother activities.

Alumni AssociationMembership in the Alumni Association of the StateUniversity of New York at Fredonia is open to enrolledstudents, graduates of the university, and present andretired faculty members.

Supported by alumni gifts and student dues, the association provides all its constituents and parents with its quarterlypublication, the Fredonia Statement.

Contributions are primarily used to support scholarshipsand grants for deserving students, student recruitment,career counseling, Homecoming Weekend, and various

programs for which funds are unavailable through normalstate sources.

Students are encouraged to participate in theUndergraduate Alumni Council (UAC), which assists in thecoordination of alumni/student activities. Actively involvedstudents are considered for Undergraduate Alumni Awards. The $500 awards are annually given to those UACmembers who are in good academic standing and haveshown an interest in improving the quality of campus life bytheir extra-curricular involvement.

Art ExhibitionsEach season, many art exhibits are presented on campus.The 2,000 square-foot Michael C. Rockefeller Arts CenterGallery hosts several traveling contemporary art exhibits.The emphasis of the shows is on contemporary work inpainting, printmaking, photography, sculpture and graphicdesign. The gallery also hosts exhibits by the visual artsdepartment faculty and students. All exhibits feature apublic reception open to students, faculty, and communityresidents.

The Emmitt Christian Gallery on the second floor of the artscenter is used to exhibit class projects, solo student shows,visiting artist work, and other small exhibits throughout the year.

Department of AthleticsFredonia has a long and storied history of successfulcompetition on athletic fields, courts and rinks across thestate. A highly respected coaching staff has produced over100 collegiate All-Americans and a plethora of teamchampionships at the division, conference and regional level. Fredonia’s coaches also serve on advisory committeesthroughout the east and have held top positions in a numberof statewide, regional and national organizations.

Offering a wide range of programs for students wishing toparticipate at a competitive level, SUNY Fredonia sponsorsathletic teams for men in the following sports: baseball,basketball, cross country, hockey, soccer, swimming, andtrack and field. Offerings on the women’s side include:basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, softball,swimming, tennis, track and volleyball. A co-educationalcheerleading team competes successfully as a varsitysport.

All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to try out forFredonia’s athletic teams. Athletic eligibility is determinedthrough the office of the Director of Athletics. Varsity athletesmust comply with all appropriate rules and regulations ofSUNY Fredonia, as well as those of all playing conferenceswith which Fredonia is affiliated. In addition to being certifiedeligible to participate through the Athletic Director’s office, each prospective student-athlete must receive clearance from theStudent Health Center prior to participating in team activitiesincluding practice, staff-supervised pre-season conditioning,and contests. All student-athletes are encouraged to enroll inthe university’s insurance program or provide the Director ofAthletics with evidence of personal health and accidentinsurance coverage.

The athletic policies of SUNY Fredonia are developed bythe Director of Athletics in conjunction with theIntercollegiate Athletic Board, an advisory board to theUniversity President composed of faculty, students and


administrators. Athletic affiliations are maintained with theNCAA, ECAC and SUNYAC. While programs range instrength from national level competition to competitiveconference play, the university encourages students try outfor teams if their ability warrants.

Intramural and Recreational ActivitiesThe Intramural and Recreational Activities Program isconducted under the direction of the Department of Health,Wellness, and Recreation, and is funded by the State ofNew York and Student Association fees.

An extensive intramural and recreational activities programis conducted in men’s, women’s, and co-ed sports.Activities include basketball, broomball, softball, soccer,racquetball, touch football, wallyball, beach volleyball,tennis, and volleyball.

The university facilities are outstanding and include DodsHall, with its classrooms, gymnasia, fitness center, dancestudio, and racquetball courts, and Steele Hall, whichcontains an indoor ice skating rink, basketball-track, andnatatorium. There are also outdoor tennis courts andoutdoor track and playing fields. A new soccer/lacrosse field/stadium complex opens in 2007.

Music Faculty PerformancesThroughout each academic year, members of the artistfaculty of the School of Music present public recitals. Mostoften the performances feature an individual facultymember; on occasion, however, several faculty membersjoin together to present a program. Performances are alsopresented each year by the Fredonia Woodwind Quintetand the Faculty Brass Quintet.

The Western New York Chamber Orchestra, anindependent, regional chamber orchestra, is anensemble-in-residence at the Fredonia School of Music.The chamber orchestra presents a series of concerts oncampus and is also active in presenting concerts andeducational events throughout the area. The orchestra iscomprised of faculty, other area professional musicians,and outstanding School of Music students, with repertoirespanning all stylistic periods.

Michael C. Rockefeller Arts Center and VisitingArtists, Ensembles and SpeakersThe Michael C. Rockefeller Arts Center, a magnificentperforming and visual arts facility, includes the 1,200-seatKing Concert Hall, the 400-seat Marvel Theatre, the Bartlett Theatre, and two art galleries.

Over 220 public events are presented each season for thebenefit of campus and community audiences.

SUNY Fredonia has a rich cultural life, not only because ofthe many artistic events produced on campus, but alsobecause of a full schedule of visiting artists and speakers,many brought to campus by the arts center.

Each season, the center presents the Someplace SpecialPops Series, three evenings of musical relaxation andenjoyment. Guest ensembles on the series have includedDave Brubeck, the Smithsonian Jazz MasterworksOrchestra and the Boston Brass. Also appearing on thisseries has been the Western New York Chamber Orchestra

with programs spotlighting students and vocalists from theSchool of Music and musical theatre program.

Student Music ActivitiesThe following music activities provide opportunities fordevelopment of proficiency in performance and for personal enjoyment for the performer, the university, and thecommunity. Many of the ensembles are auditioned and areused to fulfill the music ensemble requirement for Musicmajors. Performing opportunities are available to allstudents. For more information, students should contact the School of Music.

The Masterworks Chorus is a large choir comprised ofmembers from the other select choirs on campus. Thegroup performs masterpieces of choral literature, usuallywith the Western New York Chamber Orchestra.

The College Symphony Orchestra is open to all students by audition and offers complete instrumentation and arepertoire of major works of classical, romantic, and modern orchestral and operatic literature. Maintaining highstandards, it performs several times each year.

The College Chamber Orchestra is a more select ensemble comprised of principal players from the College SymphonyOrchestra. Recent performances have been of Mozart’sSymphony No. 25, Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3, andMilhaud’s La Creation du Monde, among other importantworks.

The Fredonia Wind Ensemble is the premierwind/percussion ensemble in the School of Music. Thehighly select ensemble consists of 45 of the mostoutstanding wind and percussion players at the university. It performs a wide variety of repertoire consisting ofcontemporary, historical, and standard wind works thatrange from chamber music to literature that utilizes the fullensemble. The size and instrumentation of the WindEnsemble is dictated by the demands of the music beingperformed. The Wind Ensemble concertizes extensivelyboth on and off campus and is open to all students byaudition, regardless of major.

The Fredonia Wind Symphony is a select ensemble thatutilizes the full resources of the large wind/percussionensemble to perform outstanding wind ensemble andconcert band works from a wide variety of styles and musicperiods. The Wind Symphony is open to all students byaudition, regardless of major.

The Fredonia Concert Band performs the finest intraditional and contemporary literature composed for thewind ensemble and concert band. The repertoire is drawnfrom a variety of genres and stylistic periods, with anemphasis on the standard band repertoire. The ConcertBand is open to all students by audition, regardless ofmajor.

The Fredonia All-College Band is a unique mixture of music majors, students from all academic disciplines, andcommunity members. The combination creates a dynamicenvironment that provides an opportunity for the entireFredonia community to perform music at a high level,without the pressure of an auditioned ensemble. TheAll-College Band performs music from the traditional bandand wind ensemble repertoire. The All-College Band is


open to all students, regardless of major, and no audition isrequired for participation.

Jazz Ensemble opportunities are available through theSchool of Music and through the Fredonia Jazz Workshop,a student organization. There are several groups inexistence, from big big band to small combo, from highskilled touring groups to training ensembles dedicated toteaching improvisation, jazz rhythms and other basics. Alljazz groups work together to foster a wider understandingof jazz through the exploration and performance of a variety of styles.

The Fredonia Chamber Singers, a group of 24 mixed voices selected by individual auditions for musical ability, flexibility, quality, and rhythmic sense, performs frequently both onand off campus. The chamber singers is a touringensemble.

The College Choir, with approximately 60 selected mixedvoices, studies and performs major choral works in additionto standard sacred and secular music. It has appeared withthe Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and has performed atPhilharmonic Hall, Lincoln Center in New York City, andwith the Utica and Syracuse Symphony and RochesterPhilharmonic orchestras. The College Choir is a touringensemble.

The Womens Chorus studies and performs sacred andsecular literature from all style periods. An audition isrequired.

The University Chorus is the largest choral ensemble oncampus, ranging in size from 150 to over 200 singers in any given semester. Its membership comprises universityfaculty members and people from the community-at-large,as well as Music majors (vocal and instrumental) andstudents from other academic disciplines. The UniversityChorus rehearses and performs a wide variety of musiceach semester; recent performances included large choralensembles, French chansons, American folk songs andspirituals, music for double chorus, and folk songs fromother world cultures. No audition is required formembership.

Ensembles. The School of Music offers several ensemblesfor interested students:

Flute Ensemble - performs music composed or arranged for 12 flutes.

Guitar Ensemble and Guitar Quartet - ensemble of 12 guitar majors and quartet, both touring groups, performtranscriptions and original music. The quartet is a selectensemble.

Percussion Ensemble - performs mainly contemporaryworks.

African Drumming Ensemble - performs African music withparticular emphasis on the music of Ghana. Practicalinstruction in traditional instrumental techniques.Admittance to the ensemble is by permission of instructor.

Piano Ensemble - systematic study in piano sight readingand accompanying.

Saxophone Ensemble - performs original and transcribedworks.

Small Ensembles - perform basically chamber ensembleliterature and include woodwind, string and brass trios,quartets and quintets, and clarinet and trombone choirs.

The Opera Theatre Workshop provides a workshopsituation for students to deal with repertoire that has limitedproduction requirements. The wide range of possibleexperiences provided includes performing, conducting,directing, design and management.

The Music Educators National Conference, StudentChapter 151 at SUNY Fredonia, is affiliated with the NewYork State School Music Association. The activities of thechapter encourage professional interests and ideals.

The Music Therapy Club is affiliated with the Mid-AtlanticRegion and National chapters of the National Associationfor Music Therapy. Activities of the club encourage theprofessional interests and growth of the students enteringthe field of music therapy.

Student Theatre Activities

Walter Gloor Mainstage Productions. Five major theatricalproductions are presented each year. These efforts of theDepartment of Theatre and Dance have become known fortheir excellence in all aspects of production, fromoutstanding acting, singing and dancing to magnificentscenery, lighting and costumes. Auditions and productionwork are open to all students, regardless of major.

HONORS

Maytum LectureThe Maytum Lecture each year presents a major scholar ofnational reputation to the campus community. Students,faculty, staff, and community guests gather in King ConcertHall for an address on a major subject by a prominent figure such as anthropologist Richard Leakey, author MayaAngelou, musician Sarah Caldwell, biologists JamesWatson and Ruth Hubbard, philosopher Robert Nozick,historian Christopher Lasch, and environmentalist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A panel discussion on a related topic follows in the afternoon.

Honors ProgramWithin the framework of the general education program,SUNY Fredonia has a freshman/sophomore HonorsProgram open to well-prepared students who enjoyintellectual challenges and are excited by ideas. Theprogram consists of a series of four seminars on topics thatchange from semester to semester. Seminar topics haveincluded “Politics and the Novel,” “The Dilemmas ofInstitutionalized Evil,” and “Yuck…Chemicals!” Studentstake one seminar each semester, and the four seminarsreplace four general education courses. Questionspertaining to the Honors Program may be directed toTheodore Steinberg, director, at 275 Fenton Hall, or at(716) 673-3529.

In addition to participating in the seminars and workingclosely with faculty members distinguished both forscholarship and teaching ability, honors students plan anumber of extra-curricular activities and meet regularly todiscuss the program in relation to their own developing


perceptions of themselves, their values, and their futurelives.

Opportunities in Honors are also available for students atthe junior and senior levels in the form of departmentalhonors in a number of programs and the Honors Thesis.

Students who complete the program graduate with Honorsin Liberal Education.

Application to the Honors Program is separate fromapplication to the university. While most Honors Programapplicants are high school seniors, qualified juniors who are considering early entry to the university are encouraged toinquire about the Honors Program.

Graduation With HonorsStudents whose cumulative quality point average indicateshigh scholastic attainment will be awarded their degree asfollows:

1. Summa Cum Laude - Quality Point Average 3.7 orhigher.

2. Magna Cum Laude - Quality Point Average between 3.50 and 3.69.

3. Cum Laude - Quality Point Average between 3.30 and3.49.

Students may graduate with honors only when they havecompleted at least 45 hours of graded work at SUNYFredonia. Graded work includes all courses that carryquality points and excludes courses that are graded“satisfactory-unsatisfactory” or “pass-fail.” Only thosecredits earned at SUNY Fredonia will be computed in thefinal average.

Dean’s ListAbout one month after the end of each semester, theuniversity announces the names of students who arerecorded on the Dean’s List. The list includes all studentswho have earned a quality point average of 3.30 or higherfor that semester with a course load of at least 12 credithours. Courses with P or S grades are not included in the12 hours.

Lanford PrizeThe Lanford Presidential Prize from the Oscar and EstherLanford Endowment is presented at Commencement to amember of the graduating class who has demonstratedbalanced achievement. The recipient is selected bynomination from among those students whoseaccomplishments exemplify the university’s ideals. Criteriafor selection include a high degree of personal honesty andintegrity, substantial intellectual growth and achievementduring university years, a minimum grade point average of3.0, and exemplary service to SUNY Fredonia, includingactive participation in more than one area of university life.The award is named for President Emeritus Oscar Lanford.

Other Academic HonorsSUNY Fredonia has many honor societies, some forstudents majoring in particular fields, and some for students at large (see below for a current list). In addition, students in the School of Music may qualify for a large number ofawards and may be chosen to offer honors recitals.Students in chemistry may choose to conduct honorsresearch projects. Students in art may qualify to presenthonors exhibitions of their work. Prizes and honors foroutstanding work are also offered to students in English,history, psychology, and the natural sciences. In addition, agood number of scholarships and partial scholarships areavailable to high-achieving students. (See list on page 202.)

Societies

Alma Mater Society. An honorary organization of studentsselected annually by the student body at Fredonia. Thesociety was established in 1966 by the Student Associationfor the purpose of recognizing those students, faculty andstaff who have exhibited outstanding qualities of characterand leadership in support of the student body and thecampus community as a whole during their university years.

Alpha Epsilon Rho (AERho). The National BroadcastingSociety. An honors organization comprised of student andprofessional broadcasters whose primary goal is to bridgethe gap between the academic and professional worlds ofbroadcasting in order to better prepare students to enter the broadcasting industry. Student national members musthave a GPA of 3.0 in communication courses. Localmembership requires a 2.5 GPA in communication courses.

Alpha Kappa Delta. Sociology majors and minors whomaintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average in their majoror minor and overall are eligible for induction into AlphaKappa Delta, the International Sociology Honorary Society.

Alpha Lambda Delta. A national honor society recognizingfirst year students who have mantained a 3.5 or higher GPA and are in the top 20 percent of their class during their firstyear of higher education. Alpha Lambda Delta wasre-chartered at Fredonia in 2006.

Alpha Psi Omega. A national dramatic society for studentsin theatre arts at the junior or senior level who have attained an overall grade point average of 3.25 in their major andwho contribute significantly to the theatre program.

Beta Beta Beta. A national honor society recognizingsuperior scholarship and research in the biologicalsciences. The Upsilon Chi chapter of Beta Beta Beta wasinstalled at Fredonia in 1966.

Chi Alpha Epsilon. A national honor society recognizingcontinued academic achievement of students admitted tocolleges and universities through non-traditional criteria,developmental or Higher Education Opportunity-typeprograms. Students must be full-time and have a 3.0 GPAfor two consecutive semesters. The Alpha Mu chapter wasestablished at SUNY Fredonia in September 1999.

Delta Mu Delta. A national honor society in businessadministration.

Financial Management Association National Honor Society. Established in 1976, the membership is composed ofoutstanding students in the field of business finance.

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Golden Key International Honour Society. A national honorsociety recognizing superior academic achievement andexcellence among students from all academic disciplines.Open to juniors and seniors in the top 15 percent of theirclass. Golden Key has nearly 350 chapters at colleges anduniversities in six countries and the U.S.

Kappa Delta Pi. A national educational honorary society.The local chapter is Zeta Upsilon. Membership is byinvitation.

Omicron Delta Epsilon. A national academic honor societygranting recognition in the field of economics. Tau chapterwas installed at Fredonia in 1971.

Phi Alpha Theta. An international honor society in historywhose membership is composed of students andprofessors and whose purpose is to recognize, through itsmembership, excellence in the study of history.Membership is open to any student who has completed 12or more credit hours of history and who has achievedprescribed standards of academic proficiency.

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. Rho Chi chapter of Phi Mu AlphaSinfonia Fraternity of America was installed at Fredonia inMay 1966. As a national professional music fraternity formen, Sinfonia endeavors to advance the cause of music inAmerica and to foster the mutual welfare and brotherhoodof students of music.

Pi Delta Phi. A national French honor society whose localchapter, Epsilon Rho, was installed in May 1968. Thesociety recognizes outstanding scholarship in French andstrives to stimulate cultural activities that will lead to deeperappreciation of France and its people. Members arenominated in recognition of academic achievement.

Pi Kappa Lambda. A national music honor society, firstorganized in 1918. The society’s primary objective is “therecognition and encouragement of the highest level ofmusical achievement and academic scholarship.” Initiatesare elected by the society’s membership on the basis of this objective. Fredonia’s chapter of Pi Kappa Lambda is DeltaOmega.

Pi Mu Epsilon. A national honorary society for thepromotion of scholarly activity in mathematics amongstudents in academic institutions. Members are elected onan honorary basis according to their proficiency inmathematics.

Pi Sigma Alpha. The political science department is amember of Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political honorsociety. Outstanding undergraduates majoring in PoliticalScience are admitted to membership.

Psi Chi. A national honor society recognizing academicachievement of students with majors or minors inPsychology. The purpose is to advance the science ofpsychology and to encourage scholarship among members.

Sigma Alpha Iota. Incorporated as a woman’s internationalmusic fraternity whose purposes are to foster interest inmusic and to promote social contact among personssharing a general interest in that art form. Delta Lambdachapter was installed at Fredonia in 1964.

Sigma Delta Pi. National Spanish honor society whose local chapter, Eta Alpha, was installed in May 1968. The society

promotes the understanding and appreciation of Hispanicculture. Members are selected from advanced students who exhibit outstanding ability and interest in Spanish studies.

Sigma Pi Sigma. A national honor society, the sole purpose of which is to recognize excellence in the study of physicscoupled with high overall academic scholarship.Membership is open to qualified first-semester juniors,seniors, graduate students, and faculty. The Fredoniachapter was installed in May 1970 as a subdivision of theexisting chapter of the Society of Physics Students, anational organization open to all persons with active interest in physics.

Sigma Tau Delta. The International English Honor Society.Undergraduate and graduate students in English andEnglish Adolescence Education maintaining advancedacademic standing and interest in the profession areeligible for induction to the Alpha Xi Omicron chapter.Founded in 1924, the society "confers distinction for highachievement in English language and literature; providescultural stimulation and promotes interest in literature andthe English language; fosters all aspects of the discipline ofEnglish, including literature, language and writing; promotes exemplary character and good fellowship among itsmembers, exhibits high standards of academic excellence,and serves society by fostering literacy." Fredonia's charterwas granted in 2006.

Sigma Xi. National organization for the promotion ofscientific research. It has an active club at Fredonia withmembership open to both faculty and students who havedone publishable work.


UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONSwww.fredonia.edu/fredweb/admission.asp

Submitting the ApplicationThe State University of New York at Fredonia participates in the common SUNY application procedure. If you are aresident of New York State you may obtain a copy of thecommon application form from any high school guidanceoffice or SUNY campus. As a transfer student or out-of-state resident, please contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-252-1212 or 1-716-673-3251 to make your requestfor an application. We encourage you to apply online atwww.fredonia.edu/admissions/applying.html

Mail your completed application to the Application Services Center in Albany in the envelope included with theapplication packet. (Freshman applicants turn applicationsin at the guidance office.) ASC processes your applicationand forwards it to Fredonia for review. Upon arrival atFredonia we acknowledge your application and send youinstructions to complete an online Part II. Complete thisform as quickly as possible as this part of the applicationprovides more individualized information about you. Yourrequest for admission will be reviewed individually by ourAdmissions Committee. While there is no stated applicationdeadline, we recommend that you submit your request foradmission as soon as possible, as there are a limitednumber of openings in some academic programs. ConsiderNovember 1 for the spring semester and March 1 for the fall semester as recommended deadlines.

The Campus VisitA campus visit is extremely important. It is your opportunityto learn more about the university from those directlyinvolved in the educational process at Fredonia.

You are invited to visit the campus to discuss yourapplication with an admissions counselor, meet with afaculty member in your chosen field of study, and tour thefacilities. We offer small group information sessions andcampus tours weekdays while classes are in session. There are a number of special visitation programs throughout theacademic year, including holiday open house programs onColumbus Day, Veterans Day and Presidents Day.Saturday visits are available to meet the needs ofprospective students who are unable to visit the campuswhen classes are in session. You may visit during thesummer as well. Request information about specific datesand times for arranging an appointment by writing the Office of Admissions, calling (716) 673-3251, dialing toll-free at(800) 252-1212, accessing our web site atwww.fredonia.edu/admissions/visiting.html, or e-mail [email protected].

We schedule an open house for accepted students duringthe spring semester. At this program, members of theuniversity faculty, administration, and student body discussour curricular options, financial aid, social and culturalactivities, the residence halls, and student support services.

The campus is situated in the village of Fredonia at Exit 59of the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90), 40 milesfrom Buffalo, N.Y. The Southern Tier Expressway (Rt.17/86) provides an alternate route to the campus. Use theGreater Buffalo International Airport if you are traveling by

air. Several buses operate daily between Buffalo andFredonia. Amtrak provides rail service to the area. Checkwith your local travel agent to determine the bestconnections for you.

The Decision ProcessWe offer you the opportunity to declare your major programof study when you enroll at Fredonia. Approximatelythree-quarters of all new freshmen select a specificacademic major, although the decision to choose yourprogram of study is optional. You must select a major bythe end of your sophomore year. Since some programs arehighly specialized and require careful academic planning,you may wish to discuss declaring your major with anadmissions counselor. Transfer students who haveaccumulated 45 credit hours must declare a specific major.You will be notified by mail of an official decision after theOffice of Admissions receives all required credentials. Allacceptances are conditional upon receipt of a high schoolor college transcript indicating successful completion ofcourses in progress, submission of your medical history,and evidence of appropriate immunization. You mustsubmit an advance deposit to reserve your place in theentering class.

Advance deposits secure a place in the class and room in a residence hall for a specific semester and are nottransferable to another semester. Requests for refundsmust be made in writing to the Director of Admissions priorto May 1 (for fall enrollment) and November 1 (for springenrollment), or 30 days after acceptance, whichever is later.

Early Decision: The Early Decision option provides you with an opportunity to identify Fredonia as your university ofchoice. This admissions program permits you to tell us ofyour interest in pursuing your studies here. Universitiesparticipating in an early decision program anticipate thatthose candidates who are accepted through Early Decisionwill submit an admission deposit and withdraw all otheruniversity applications. Early Decision allows you to finalizeyour university plans early in your senior year of highschool. To be eligible ASC must receive your applicationand all supporting credentials by November 1. ByDecember 1 we notify all early decision applicants andbegin to review all other requests for admission.

Freshman Admission: The Admissions Committeeconsiders a variety of criteria when reviewing applications,evaluating quality of academic preparation including depthand breadth of course work, academic achievement, andthe results of your SAT or ACT. Our university is committedto a liberal arts education for all undergraduates, andpreference is given to those applicants who present strongacademic programs in English, social studies, mathematics, science and foreign languages. We ask that you send usthe results of your SAT or ACT for review. Admission tocollege is a matter of meeting the competition amongapplicants, and a comprehensive, challenging universitypreparatory program combined with good achievement willhelp ensure that your application is competitive. TheAdmissions Committee also reviews supporting credentialsincluding special talents, activities, individualaccomplishments, and recommendations, which you maychoose to submit. Appropriate faculty evaluates the resultsof a required audition if you seek admission into our music

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or B.F.A. theatre programs. As an applicant to ourDepartment of Visual Arts and New Media you mustpresent a portfolio (or slides) for review.

Fredonia in 4Graduation rates of our entering freshmen are among thehighest in the nation. To ensure that our success continues, we have implemented Fredonia in 4, a program for first-time freshmen which stipulates that the university pledges toadhere to a commonly understood agreement to providethe necessary courses and academic advising which willguarantee that you finish your degree program in four years (with the exception of Music Therapy which will require aclinical internship of at least an additional six months).

Transfer Admission: SUNY Fredonia considers all requestsfor admission from transfer students in good standing atboth two-and four-year colleges and universities, includingSUNY and non-SUNY institutions. The admission reviewprocess focuses upon an evaluation of academicachievement, program of study, and the major program ofstudy that you request. There are special auditionrequirements for music and B.F.A. theatre programs, aswell as portfolio requirements for the Department of VisualArts and New Media. Admission to our certificationprograms in teacher education requires at least a 2.75grade point average to be eligible for consideration.

We require an official transcript from each college youpreviously attended, and a high school transcript and SATor ACT results if you have completed less than 30 credithours when you apply.

You may transfer up to 75 hours of college credit from yourprevious college(s). Your academic department chairperson or designee determines the distribution of specific coursesin fulfillment of departmental requirements in your chosenfield of study and provides information about which coursesyou will need to complete degree requirements in a timelymanner. Our university consistently attains one of thehighest graduation rates of transfer students in the SUNYsystem. An official review of transfer credit occurs when wereceive your final transcript showing all course workcompleted. It is most helpful if this information arrives priorto our summer orientation and advising program for transfer students in June.

Fredonia awards transfer credit for academic coursessuccessfully completed at a fully accredited college oruniversity, reserving the right to determine what constitutesacademic credit. Your grade point average does nottransfer; only credit hours are awarded. You must fulfill alluniversity and departmental requirements for thebaccalaureate degree, including a residency requirement of 45 semester hours of credit at Fredonia. Visit our courseequivalencies website at http://banweb1.banner.fredonia.edu/student/transart.asp for detailed information on thetransferability of specific classes. As a prospective transferstudent we encourage you to visit the university to discusstransfer credit and graduation requirements with adepartmental academic advisor or our admissions transfercounselor.

SUNY Two-Year Transfer ApplicantsSUNY Fredonia is committed to providing an opportunity for further study to SUNY two-year college graduates. We have established articulation agreements and joint admissionsprograms with many two-year schools. For furtherinformation, contact our Office of Admissions.

If you are admitted to Fredonia and complete an Associatein Arts or Associate in Science degree prior to transfer youwill enter Fredonia with a minimum of 60 semester hours oftransfer credit and junior standing.

Special Admissions Programs

Full Opportunity Program: Through the Full OpportunityProgram an effort is made to identify and recruit studentsfrom underrepresented groups, students with special talents in the fine and performing arts and athletics, those whohave participated extensively in school and communityaffairs, or have strong personal recommendations. The FullOpportunity Program provides you with a chance toenhance your academic credentials with a description ofyour individual talents and accomplishments.

Acceptance into the program provides you with access tosupport services designed to help you make a successfultransition from high school to college, and to help guide you toward successful completion of your academic and careergoals.

If you wish to identify yourself as a special talent applicantyou should include a personal statement and resume aswell as three letters of recommendation to supplement PartII of our application.

Students accepted through the Full Opportunity Programare guided through their first year at Fredonia, beginningwith academic advising that takes place during SummerOrientation. In cooperation with the student’s academicadvisor, the Full Opportunity Program Director has theresponsibility for designing programming to meet theacademic needs of the students in the program. Some ofthe services offered include: mentoring programs, freeassigned tutoring, workshops by faculty members,electronic newsletters, and assistance with courseselection.

Educational Development Program: Applicants whodemonstrate potential for completing a degree program,meet financial and academic guidelines and havehistorically experienced educational and economicdisadvantages may seek admission through theEducational Opportunity Program (called the EducationalDevelopment Program at Fredonia). To be eligible forconsideration you must be a New York State resident andhave earned a high school diploma or its equivalent.

To be considered “financially eligible,” you must meet theeconomic criteria established by the New York StateEducation Department. Check the current SUNYApplication Guidebook for the updated economic criterialisted under Educational Opportunity Programs in thebooklet.

You are required to submit appropriate financial aidapplications and verification of family income to supplement your request for admission as an EDP student. We mayrequest additional information from you, as needed. A


SUNY EOP Information form mailed to you from APC mustbe filed as part of the application process.

You do not need to prove that you meet the economicguidelines if you can show that:

a. Your family receives payment through the New YorkState County Department of Social Services;

b. You live with foster parents who do not provide support for college, and your natural parents provide nofinancial support to you, or;

c. You are a ward of the state or county.

To be considered “educationally eligible” means you do notmeet the usual Fredonia admissions standards. However,you must demonstrate academic potential, propermotivation, and a strong desire for a college education. You apply for our EDP program by checking “yes” whenanswering the EOP question on the SUNY application.Transfer applicants receive consideration if they havepreviously been enrolled in a similar EOP/HEOP/CollegeDiscovery/SEEK program.

If you attended a college that does not have a EOP-typeprogram, then we attempt to determine whether you wouldhave been deemed eligible for EOP at the time of youracceptance to the other college.

For more information about the Educational DevelopmentProgram support services, please refer to page 182 of this catalog.

Joint Admission: SUNY Fredonia has implemented jointadmission agreements with several two-year colleges, bothpublic and private. Joint admission program studentsrequest admission to Fredonia by applying to theadmissions office at the two-year college and completingrequirements for the associate degree.

You must meet all requirements as stated in our universitycatalog and the joint admission agreements in order tocontinue with your studies at Fredonia. You may obtaininformation from our transfer counselor in the Office ofAdmissions at Fredonia or the two-year college.

Time-Shortened Degree Program. Students enrolling atFredonia may select from a variety of individuallydetermined and contracted time-shortened degree options.Because some academic programs at the university areincompatible with the time-shortened degree, counselingfrom an academic or admissions counselor is advisable.The following options are available:

1. Early Admission. Accelerated high school juniors whowish to enroll as university freshmen without a high schooldiploma, may apply for early admission. We expectapplicants to have completed four units of study in collegepreparatory mathematics and sciences and a sequence inforeign languages with above-average academicachievement and SAT or ACT scores. Your high schoolcounselor must submit a recommendation in support ofyour request for early admission. Since Fredonia does notaward you a high school diploma you must makearrangements to receive high school credit for your collegecourse work in lieu of the courses you would have taken inyour senior year.

2. 3-1-3 Program. Local area high school juniors interestedin beginning college during the senior year of high schoolmay wish to explore this opportunity. 3-1-3 stands for threeyears of high school, one year cooperatively taught by anarea high school and SUNY Fredonia, and three years atthe university. As a 3-1-3 applicant you must presentabove-average test results on the PSAT, SAT or ACT, anda B high school average.

A counselor recommendation is required. Submit the SUNY application available in your guidance office and selectcurriculum code 0199. A conference with you and your high school counselor will develop your joint college and highschool class schedule. For more information, see page 179.

Advanced Standing Credit

Credit by Examination. The university welcomes theopportunity to allow you to complete graduationrequirements at an accelerated rate by submitting theresults of proficiency examinations for credit evaluation.The following website includes all credit by examination that we accept:http://www.fredonia.edu/admissions/advance_credit.html.

Advanced Placement. Submit the results of yourAdvanced Placement Examinations to the Office ofAdmissions. If you achieve a score of three, four, or fiveyou will receive placement and/or credit in someprograms. These examinations fulfill many requirementsin the College Core Curriculum program (liberal arts core courses).

College-Level Examination Program. CLEP GeneralExaminations substitute for some of the College CoreCurriculum requirements. Subject Examinationssubstitute for specific course requirements. To determine which examinations are acceptable for credit, check withthe Office of Admissions before scheduling one of thetests. We accept most, but not all, examinations forcredit toward graduation. You must score at the fiftiethpercentile in order to receive credit.

College Course Work. A number of freshman applicantsseek transfer credit for college courses successfullycompleted while enrolled in high school. Submit an officialtranscript from the college awarding credit indicating thatyou have successfully completed course work. While credithours may be awarded toward graduation, your grades donot transfer to Fredonia as part of your Fredonia gradepoint average.

Military Service Experience. Credit for military serviceexperience and education is evaluated on an individualbasis according to the guidelines established by theAmerican Council on Education. Forward official transcriptsand DD214s to the Office of Admissions for evaluation.

International Baccalaureate Exams. College credit will begiven for Higher Level (HL) exam scores of five or higher. In addition, some departments may offer university credit foran HL exam score of four.

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International StudentsSUNY Fredonia welcomes applications for admission frominternational students. We provide assistance in matters oforientation, housing, personal concerns, and immigration.American students, the faculty, and the Fredonia villagecommunity take special interest in students from othercountries, whose contribution to campus life is recognizedand valued.

As an international student you must initiate yourapplication well in advance of your intended first semesterat Fredonia. Request your application by writing to theOffice of Admissions. If your native language is not Englishyou must submit the results of the Test of English as aForeign Language (TOEFL) or International EnglishLanguage Testing System (IELTS). All your academicrecords should be accompanied by certified translations ifthey are presented in a language other than English.Include brief course descriptions of subjects successfullycompleted (and an explanation of the grading system) withyour credentials. We require certified verification ofsufficient financial resources as part of the applicationprocess. You can get more information by e-mailing thedirector at [email protected] or by visitingwww.fredonia.edu/org/international.

Readmission/ReinstatementStudents who have withdrawn from the university and wishto return may obtain an application for readmission/reinstatement from the Office of Admissions or the Office ofStudent Affairs. Requests are reviewed by the appropriateDean (readmission) or the Vice President for StudentAffairs (reinstatement). Students who withdrew in goodstanding are generally eligible for reinstatement if space isavailable in the requested major. Individuals who wererequired to withdraw for academic reasons are not eligiblefor consideration until at least one academic semester haselapsed, and should present evidence of successfulachievement at another college. The Dean’s officeevaluates current academic achievement, potential foracademic success, and work experience when reviewingapplications for readmission.

Students with a cumulative quality point average of lessthan 2.00 who have been readmitted to the university mayreturn with their original cumulative academic record or with a readmission petition.

Under the readmission petition, a new quality point average is established from the time of readmission to graduation.The total academic record achieved from the time of initialenrollment at SUNY Fredonia will be entered on thetranscript, but no credit will be awarded for “D” gradesearned prior to readmission. The cumulative quality pointaverage will reflect only the average since readmission, and a minimum of 45 additional credit hours of graded workmust be completed at SUNY Fredonia prior to graduationand after readmission.

EXPENSESThis section presents an estimate of the cost of attendingSUNY Fredonia for one year. University charges (tuition,fees, room rent, board) are paid on a semester basis, atone-half of the rates listed below. The semester chargesmust be paid on or before the registration date for eachsemester. Students will receive up-to-date informationconcerning charges and payment procedures severalweeks prior to the registration date.

All charges are subject to change.

Estimated expenses per year for a full-time (12 or morecredit hours) undergraduate:

Annual University Charges Applicable to AllStudents

* Tuition

In-State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,350 Out-of-State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,610

College Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25

Student Services and Programs Charge . . . . $1,166.50

Additional Charges for Residents in UniversityResidence HallsRoom Rent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,050-7,640Board (Food Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,840-3,590

Estimated Additional CostsBooks and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $638Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $950

New students who have paid a $50 Advance AdmissionDeposit will have this amount deducted from the tuitioncharge for their initial semester at SUNY Fredonia.

Part-Time Study* In-State Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . $181 per credit hour* Out-of-State Tuition. . . . . . . . . $442 per credit hourCollege Fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $.85 per credit hourStudent Services & Programs Charge $48.60 per credit hr.

* State University policy requires that a student be aresident of New York State for one year prior toregistration in order to qualify for in-state resident tuitioncharges. Persons should contact the Office of StudentAccounts for complete information governing residencyrequirements.

All rates and fees are subject to change. Persons shouldsee the Student Accounts web page for the currentuniversity charges at www.fredonia.edu/admin/studentaccounts/

Full-time rates do not apply for summer or J-Termsemesters; tuition is calculated at the part-time per credithour rate.

College FeeThis is a uniform, mandatory charge for all students,established by the State University.


Student Services and Programs ChargeThe Student Services and Programs Charge combines alluniversity fees for student services, programs and activitiesin one composite amount for all students. As a result, thereare no general university fees and no additional mandatoryfees once a student arrives on campus (although somedepartments may assess individual departmental fees). The Student Services and Programs Charge includes supportfor the following programs and activities:

Advanced Technologies for Classroom UseAIGA/Art ForumAlumni AffairsBicycle Use on Fredonia CampusBirth Control Information CenterBlue Devil Fitness CenterCampus Community BusCampus Internet AccessCampus Microcomputer LabsCampus Fine ArtsCentral Ticket OfficeCounseling CenterCoupons for Discounts at Area MerchantsCross Country Skis at College LodgeFamily Weekend EventsFredonia College Jazz WorkshopFredonia Radio SystemsIntercollegiate Athletic Sports ProgramIntramural and Recreational ProgramLegal ServicesHomecoming Weekend EventsMicrocomputer SupportOn-Campus Student EmploymentOn-site Medical CareHealth Education ProgramsMedical Laboratory WorkOver-the-Counter MedicationsPrescription MedicationsWellness CheckupOrientation ProgramParking ServicesParking Shuttle ServiceStudent GovernmentStudent Organizations and ClubsStudent ScholarshipsThe Leader (university newspaper)University Special EventsUniversity TranscriptsUpper Class Buddy ProgramVan Service to Hospital/ClinicWNYF-TV

Student Group Health InsuranceAll students are advised to obtain the Student HealthInsurance offered by the university unless covered bycomparable insurance. The health insurance covers amajor portion of hospitalization costs not provided under the student health program. For additional informationregarding Student Health Insurance, please contact theOffice of Student Affairs at (716) 673-3271. Internationalstudents must consult with the Office of InternationalEducation for more information regarding specific insurance needs.

Room ChargeThe standard rate when two students are assigned to aroom is $2,525 per semester. Single rooms are primarily for seniors and if requested and available, are $3,525 persemester. Kitchen suites (double occupancy), whereavailable, are $2,875 per semester. Single and doublerooms in University Commons are $3,820 and $2,720,respectively. Inquiries as to charges and accommodationsshould be addressed to the Office of Residence Life,Gregory Hall. (Figures reflect 2007-08 rates.)

The $50 Advance Room Deposit necessary to securehousing will be deducted from the room charge uponpayment of charges.

The rates indicated above are subject to change on a yearly basis. Students should contact the Office of Residence Lifefor current charges.

Board (Food Service)University policy requires all on-campus residents to selectfrom a variety of full board plans if they are residing innon-kitchen suite residence halls. Seniors, Hendrix andIgoe hall residents, and residents of Disney andEisenhower kitchen suites are not required to maintain ameal plan, however, they may choose any plan.

FSA offers a combination of declining balance (points) andtraditional meal plans to suit the needs of each student. The costs for meal plans are priced per semester and aresubject to change annually. Costs begin at $1,420 forresident students required to participate in a meal plan.Commuter point meal plan options are available foroff-campus students.

Unused points from the fall semester may be rolled over tothe spring semester adhering to the university policy.However, students must select a meal plan for the springsemester in order to receive the rollover. No refund ofunused points will be given if the student does not return for the spring semester. Unused points do not roll over to thefollowing fall semester.

Specific information concerning pricing and descriptions ofeach plan may be obtained by contacting the FSA office inGregory Hall or calling (716) 673-3417, Ext. 6228, or bylogging onto the FSA web page at http://fsa.fredonia.edu.

Miscellaneous Fees, Fines or DepositsAll of the major university expenses have been outlined.However, individual courses may require payment of a labfee that will be reflected on the student’s semester bill.Students should consult the Course Offerings Bulletin forspecific courses and charges. Students majoring in MusicEducation, Music Applied Studies, Theory of Music,Performance, Music Composition, Sound RecordingTechnology, Music Therapy, Music History/Literature andMusical Theatre (B.F.A.) are assessed a $225 Music Feeeach semester.

In addition, the State University authorizes charges for such items as returned checks ($20), late registration ($40),orientation ($65), late payment/administrative ($30), anddrop/add fees ($20). Fines are authorized for parkingviolations, the late return or loss of library materials, and

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failure to return physical education or infirmary equipment.All fees are subject to change.

State University Refund Policies

The Advance Admission Deposit of $50 is refundable untilApril 30 (November 1 for spring enrollment) or 30 days after the day of acceptance, whichever is later. After this it maynot be refunded except in cases of withdrawal for reasonsbeyond the control of the student and with approval of theUniversity President or his/her designee.

The Advance Room Deposit of $50 is refundable until July1 (December 1 for spring enrollment). Refunds may not bemade after this date except in cases of withdrawal forreasons beyond the control of the student and with approval of the University President or his/her designee.

Tuition. A student withdrawing from the university orindividual courses during the fall or spring semester iseligible for the following tuition refunds:

100% for withdrawal during the first week of classes70% for withdrawal during the second week of classes50% for withdrawal during the third week of classes30% for withdrawal during the fourth week of classes0% for withdrawal beyond the fourth week of classes

A full refund of tuition may be granted if a student mustwithdraw for reasons beyond his/her control with theapproval of the University President or his/her designee.

The College Fee is not refundable after registration.

Refunds for the Student Services and Programs Charge are granted based on the week of withdrawal following thesame schedule listed above for tuition.

Residence Hall Room Rental. Once a student hasregistered for and occupied a room in a university-operatedresidence, no refund may be made except in cases ofwithdrawal beyond the control of the student and withapproval of the University President or his/her designee.Rooms are contracted for the entire academic year andcannot be canceled during this period as long as thestudent is registered. There is a fee of $350 for approvedtermination of the housing license.

Food Service is refundable on a pro-rated basis, less asmall service charge, only upon withdrawal from theuniversity.

Refund/Repayment of Financial Aid Due toDiscontinuance of StudyWhen a student has received Title IV federal funds (suchas: Subsidized/Unsubsidized Stafford loans, Perkins Loan,PLUS Loan, PELL grant, SEOG grant, AcademicCompetitiveness grant, National SMART grant) anddiscontinues study prior to the completion of the semesterfor which the Title IV funds were disbursed, a Title IVrepayment calculation must be completed.

A student’s charges will be reduced based on the SUNYpolicy stated above. The purpose of the repaymentcalculation is to determine the amount of Title IV federal aid the student is eligible for and insure that the student has not been over awarded federal financial aid due to the student’s withdrawal. The initial step in the calculation is to identify all of the Title IV federal aid that the student was awarded in

the semester that the student withdrew. If a student issubject to the 30-day delayed disbursement, as a first timeborrower, and withdraws during the first 30 days, thestudent is not eligible for the Stafford Loan, and it will not be included in the calculation.

The next step is to determine the number of days thestudent was enrolled for the semester and divide that by the total number of days in the semester to calculate thepercentage of Title IV federal aid earned by the student. Ifthis percentage is greater than 60 percent, the student iseligible for 100 percent of their Title IV federal funds.However, if the percentage of Title IV federal aid earned isless than or equal to 60 percent, the percentage is thenmultiplied by the amount of Title IV federal aid the studenthas been awarded for the semester. This determines theamount of Title IV federal aid that the student is eligible forand can be applied toward their charges for the semesterthey withdrew.

A comparison is done between the amount of Title IV aidthat the student is eligible for and the amount that hasalready been disbursed into the account. If the disbursedamount is less than the eligible amount, any additionalfunds up to the eligible amount may be disbursed to thestudent’s account and then to the student if any excessfunds are available. If loan proceeds are to be utilized as alate disbursement, the student (or parent for a PLUS Loan)will be notified.

If the disbursed amount is greater than the eligible amount,the student has been over awarded due to theirdiscontinuance of study. When a student has been overawarded, the amount of earned aid is subtracted from theamount of disbursed aid to determine the amount that thestudent is not eligible for. Any Title IV federal aid that thestudent is not eligible for must be returned to theappropriate federal program. Title IV federal aid is returnedin the following order: Unsubsidized Stafford Loan,Subsidized Stafford Loan, Perkins Loan, PLUS Loan, PELLgrant, Academic Competitiveness grant, National SMARTgrant, Federal SEOG grant, and other Title IV program aidexcluding Federal Work-Study.

For additional information regarding the repayment of TitleIV federal aid, persons should contact the Student Accounts Office at (716) 673-3236

BILLING PROCEDURES ANDPAYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Billing ProceduresStudents who have course selected prior to the start of asemester will receive a bill from the university approximately five weeks prior to the start of the semester. A student must send in the required payment prior to the billing due date.Failure to make payment by the due date will result in theassessment of a $30 late payment/administrative fee. It isthe responsibility of the student to notify the Student AffairsOffice if they are not returning so that the charges may beremoved and courses may be dropped.

Students are billed for each semester individually. Theuniversity bill lists the following mandatory charges: Tuition,College Fee, and Student Services and Programs Charge.


Charges for Residence Hall Room, Food Service,Orientation, Course and Music fees may also be includedon the bill. A deduction from the total billed amount is madefor the Advance Admission Deposit ($50) and AdvanceHousing Deposit ($50) when applicable. Deferments aregranted only for authorized deferrable financial aid.

Deferment PolicyDeferment of university charges is not permitted except forapproved, deferrable financial aid. Estimated financial aidawards may not be used as deferments. Financial aidawards that may be used as deferments against university charges include:

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP Awards)Stafford Student LoansVeterans benefitsPELL AwardsAcademic Competitiveness grantNational SMART grantSupplemental Education Opportunity Grants (SEOG)Perkins LoanAid for Part-Time Study (APTS)Private Scholarships (only when they are payable directly to the university)Academic Management Services (AMS)Parent LoansAlternative Student Loans

Work Study Awards and personal loans are not deferrableagainst university charges.

Payment Requirements and Distribution ofFinancial AidFull payment, less approved deferrable financial aid andpre-payments, must be made by the due date. Cash,personal checks, money orders, VISA and MasterCard areall acceptable forms of payment.

Students attending In-Person Registration will have a billmailed to their home and local address at or near the end of the first week of classes. The due date for payment will beapproximately two weeks later. A late payment/administrative fee of $30 will be added to an accountoutstanding as of the close of business on the due date.

The majority of financial aid is distributed during the thirdand fourth week of classes. Tuition Assistance Program(TAP) funds are not distributed until after mid-semester.Students who file for their financial aid late will receive theiraid later in the semester.

All financial aid received by the university is applied tostudent accounts on a first-received, first-applied basis after allowing for a pending Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)Award. Excess financial aid is generally returned tostudents within two business days. Checks that are notpicked up in the Office of Student Accounts are mailed tohome addresses.

Failure to Pay University ChargesChanges in a student’s registration status, residence halloccupancy, food service selection or a reduction in financial aid may result in a balance due after the initial payment has been made. The Office of Student Accounts will billstudents monthly throughout the semester. Students whofail to make timely payments will be assessed a $30 latepayment/administrative fee each time their account is billed.

A student who fails to pay any university related charges(this includes tuition, fees, library and parking fines andexpenses for equipment and supplies) prior to the end ofthe current semester will be placed on “hold.” A student on“hold” will not: receive his/her diploma at graduation, bepermitted to register for additional semesters at SUNYFredonia or receive a copy of his/her university transcript.

A student who fails to make payment to the university at the end of the semester will be referred for further collectionefforts to the New York State Attorney General’s Office inAlbany or to a collection agency contracted by theuniversity. Accounts transferred to these agencies will besubject to additional charges for interest and collectioncosts of up to 22 percent.

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Newly Accepted StudentsSUNY Fredonia awards merit-based scholarships toacademically qualified students who have been accepted to the university. Most scholarships are offered for the fallsemester and do not require a separate application.Competition is keen, and students are encouraged to applyearly for admission. The student's grade point average, test scores, and Part II of the admissions application are used to award scholarships that match student achievement levels.High school activities, leadership and volunteer service arealso considered in the selection process.

Awards are made on a rolling basis beginning Feb. 15.Applications are closed when all scholarships are awarded.

Scholarships awarded and minimum criteria forconsideration (partial listing):

President's Award of Excellence:

• $3,000 per year (residence required)

• 94 high school average (unweighted)

• SAT 1250 or ACT 28

• 3.25 GPA to retain award

Foundation Scholar Award:




• 3.25 GPA to retain awardDean's Scholar Award:





SUNY Empire State Diversity Honors Scholarship:

• $1,000 per year

• offered to students who will contribute to campusdiversity

• minimum 87 high school average (unweighted)


• MUST be a U.S. Citizen and New York StateResident

Keeper of the Dream Scholarship (four awards):


• involvement in multicultural activities, leadership,community service

• top 10 percent of graduating class or

• 87 high school average (unweighted) or

• 1100 SAT or 25 ACT

• commitment to pluralism

• MUST live in university residence hall


• separate application and essay requiredFor application, contact the Office of MulticulturalAffairs at (716) 673-3398

Transfer Students

Fredonia Transfer Scholar Award (residence required)

A limited number of scholarships are available for transferstudents who have demonstrated outstanding academicachievement (3.5 GPA and above) and who have earnedan associate degree from a SUNY two-year college.Scholarships range from $500 to $1,500. There is noapplication required, students are evaluated based on theircollege transcript and notified in late spring.

International Students

President's International Scholar Award:• $3,000 per year

• 90 high school average for freshman

• 3.25 GPA for transfer students




Out-of-State Students

President's Out-of-State Scholar (freshman only):• 3,000 per year

• 90 high school average



• 3.0 GPA to retain the award

Alumni Scholar Award for Out-of-State Students:• $5,000 nenewable award (two awards); residence

required



• MUST be a child or grandchild of an alumnus/na


• Non-New York State Resident

Enrolled StudentsIn February of each year, returning students with aminimum 3.50 cumulative grade point average areautomatically invited to apply for scholarships. The awardsrange from $100 to $1,500 and are based on academicachievement, credit hours earned and personal statement.

Alumni ScholarshipsThe Fredonia Alumni Association awards scholarshipsyearly to students who are children and grandchildren ofFredonia alumni. Interested persons should contact theAlumni Affairs office at (716) 673-3553 for moreinformation.

For information on scholarships open to all majors, contactthe University Scholarship Committee, Office of StudentAffairs, sixth floor Maytum Hall, (716) 673-3271. Fordepartmental scholarships for specific majors, personsshould contact the appropriate department.


Fredonia College Foundation

Departmental Scholarships/Awards/Funds (as of 1/1/07)

Following is a list of scholarships/funds that are awardedthrough the academic departments. The awards are basedon academics, talent, financial need or other criteriaestablished within the discipline. Interested persons shouldcontact the department in their major directly to obtainspecific requirements and application procedures for theawards.

Arts and SciencesArts and Sciences Fund

AthleticsAthletics DepartmentBlue Devil Boosters ClubBlue Devil Boosters Individual FundsBlue Devil Director of AthleticsCorydon Crowell Memorial FundDepledge/Poummit Basketball AwardSandra Haight Memorial ScholarshipDoris Newman Memorial ScholarshipMary J. Phillips Memorial FundGreg and Linda Prechtl Scholarship

BiochemistryAdele Maytum Hunter ScholarshipMary J. Marletta Memorial Scholarship

Biology1929 Graduate’s Award - BioethicsConstantine Barker FundBiology Department FundBiology Department EndowmentArcher and Mabel Fox ScholarshipBruce and Nancy Garlapow Memorial ScholarshipAdele Maytum Hunter ScholarshipMedical Technology Program FundMerlin Biology FundMolecular Genetics and Recombinant Gene Technology ScholarshipAlice M. Sam Biology ScholarshipWillard Stanley Memorial ScholarshipDr. Robert Wettingfeld Scholarship

BusinessDonald C. Brandt Memorial ScholarshipBusiness and Accounting FundBusiness Administration Alumni FundDavid H. Carnahan ScholarshipDr. James Hurtgen EndowmentRaymond Lai Professional Development Fund for International BusinessM.R. Poummit Achievement AwardSchool of Business FundStudents in Free Enterprise (SIFE) EndowmentStudents in Free Enterprise (SIFE) Music Business Award

ChemistryRaffaele Borriello, M.D. and Suzanne T. Casden Chemistry Department EndowmentChemistry Department Fund

Frank J. Costanza's Greenhouse Memorial FundDavid Dingledy Memorial ScholarshipDr. Robert Maytum ScholarshipCarolyn Ruth Moos ScholarshipGilbert and Ruth Moos Outstanding Senior AwardDr. Jerome H. Supple Memorial ScholarshipByron A. Thumm Scholarship

CommunicationLouis C. and Dr. S. David Adler ScholarshipDan Berggren Excellence in Audio/Radio (EAR) ScholarshipAnne Bernstein Memorial ScholarshipCorydon Crowell Memorial FundCommunication Department EndowmentEdward S. Edelman ScholarshipArthur R. Maytum ScholarshipArlie Muller Parks Award

Computer and Information SciencesJohn Beck Memorial ScholarshipFeng Chiang ScholarshipComputer Science FundComputer Science EndowmentArthur R. Maytum Scholarship

Cooperative EngineeringHerbert P. Carlyon ScholarshipCooperative Engineering ScholarshipDr. Robert Maytum ScholarshipWendel Duchscherer Scholarship

Criminal JusticeSteven C. Croglio Endowment

EconomicsEconomics Department FundHart-Gorman Economics FundArthur R. Maytum Scholarship

EducationBaross-Clothier ScholarshipFanny Bartlett AwardJessica Mary Beal ScholarshipThelma Brynolfson ScholarshipHelen Buderkin AwardClass of 1953 Dr. Neil Postman Memorial Award for EducationClass of 1954 ScholarshipClass of 1955 ScholarshipClass of 1965 ScholarshipCollege of Education FundCollege of Education Endowment ScholarshipJohn and Eleanor A. Courts Memorial ScholarshipAnthony M. Deiulio ScholarshipCharles R. and Shirley Miller Erbsmehl ScholarshipPhilip Kochman ScholarshipHelen Kelly Lillie Memorial ScholarshipRichard and Arlene LoGuidice AwardLucille Ellis Mack ScholarshipHerbert Clark Mackie and Marion C. Mackie AwardFloyd and Mabel Smith Melvin ScholarshipSamuel F. Nixon Memorial Scholarship

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Carol Scrace Pierce AwardLouis E. Raths ScholarshipMargaret Sawkins-Hastie AwardHoward Herkimer and Hildegarde Maytum Strong ScholarshipWolfenden ScholarshipMarjorie E. Woods Scholarship

Educational Development ProgramEducational Development ProgramRalph Wilson Jr. EDP Book Award

English1929 Graduate’s Award - Nineteenth Century LiteratureCrescence Ehmke Graham ScholarshipEnglish DepartmentHenry F. Salerno ScholarshipMary Louise White Fund

Environmental ScienceBruce and Nancy Garlapow Memorial ScholarshipHerbert Clark Mackie and Marion C. Mackie AwardWillard Stanley Memorial Scholarship

GeosciencesAward for Spatial StudiesWalther M. Barnard ScholarshipFlorence M. Eikenburg Scholarship in GeosciencesFahnestock Memorial FundGeographic Information SystemsGeosciences Alumni Scholarship FundGeosciences DepartmentRoy A. MacDiarmid AwardSusan J. Mara ScholarshipDr. Robert Maytum ScholarshipMark D. and April Hoefner Orgren ScholarshipPaul D. Willette Scholarship

Health, Wellness and RecreationHealth, Wellness and Recreation Fund

HistoryDavid H. Carnahan ScholarshipWilliam and Helen Chazanof AwardHistory DepartmentHistory Department Cultural FundHistory Department EndowmentMacPhee ScholarshipJohn J. and Helen Mancuso Scholarship EndowmentRobert and Marilyn Maytum Scholarship

LibraryCarnahan-Jackson Library EndowmentWilliam and Helen Chazanof AwardFriends of Reed LibraryHolland Land Company ProjectHolocaust Library FundNichols FundC. Malcolm and Jeanette Nichols FundReed LibraryReed Library EndowmentSchaffer Family Library FundZweig Collection

MathematicsJohn Beck Memorial ScholarshipFeng Chiang Scholarship Myron T. Dana ScholarshipMathematics DepartmentMathematics EndowmentEarl G. Mathewson ScholarshipFrank R. Olson Scholarship

Modern Languages and LiteraturesMyron T. Dana ScholarshipModern Languages and LiteraturesRobert Rie Scholarship

MusicCarol Hepp Adragna Music Education ScholarshipCharles D. Arnold ScholarshipLucia Gracia Bolton ScholarshipBromeley Piano ScholarshipLisa Nielsen Burkett Piano ScholarshipElizabeth S. Carlyon Memorial ScholarshipClass of 1953 Award for ExcellenceClass of 1954 ScholarshipClass of 1955 ScholarshipClass of 1965 ScholarshipMax and Anne Davis Piano ScholarshipJohn C. Dubnicki Jr. ScholarshipJohn C. Dubnicki Sr. ScholarshipCharles C. Eikenburg Scholarship in Opera/Vocal PerformanceCharles R. and Shirley Miller Erbsmehl Music ScholarshipDavid Evans Voice Performance ScholarshipFrazeur Percussion ScholarshipFriends of Music FundLois V. and Herbert W. Harp ScholarshipHillman Memorial Music AssociationHillman Music Association EndowmentHillman Opera FundIannuzzi-Pidherny Family EndowmentMamie and Ira Jordan Minority ScholarshipHarry A. King ScholarshipBrigitte Larson Award for Excellence in Instrumental Music EducationLyric Arts InternationalJohn A. Maier ScholarshipElizabeth Marsh Memorial ScholarshipHoward Marsh Memorial ScholarshipRobert W. Marvel FundVirginia Whipple Maytum Music ScholarshipLauren Miller Memorial ScholarshipMonroe-Poummit Big Band AwardVincent Morette Memorial ScholarshipNew York State Federation of Home Bureaus/Elizabeth Marsh ScholarshipSid Olshein Memorial ScholarshipPercussion FundPoummit Concert Master AwardPoummit Faculty Recognition Award in Memory of Vivian Robe and Catherine Lane


Juliet J. Rosch School of Music EndowmentLawrence Schauffler ScholarshipSchool of MusicSchool of Music ScholarshipGreg Snow Music Technology AwardIsaac Stern String ScholarshipAnthony S. Strychalski Memorial ScholarshipA.L. Van Keuren Music ScholarshipFrancella Pattyson Widmer EndowmentConstance Willeford Award for Music TherapyMargaret Shuler Wyckoff Scholarship

School of Music Scholarships are awarded to qualifiednew and returning students. Factors considered inawarding scholarships are financial need, music talent,academic achievement and service to the School ofMusic. Students wishing to be considered for scholarship assistance must submit the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid. Prospective students must also audition forfall semester scholarship consideration. Questionsregarding music scholarships should be directed to theDirector of the School of Music, Mason Hall.

PhilosophyPhilosophy Department

PhysicsHack Arroe Memorial ScholarshipJohn J. Connelly Physics ScholarshipDr. Robert Maytum ScholarshipPendyala IPendyala IIPhysics Department EndowmentPhysics Development Fund

Political ScienceDavid H. Carnahan ScholarshipErna G. and J. Murdoch Dawley Memorial ScholarshipFredonia Alumni Lawyers ScholarshipRobert and Marilyn Maytum ScholarshipPolitical Science Alumni EndowmentPolitical Science Department FundPolitical Science Faculty EndowmentJohn R. Quatroche Jr. Political Science ScholarshipJ.R. Soukup Pi Sigma Alpha Scholarship

PsychologyDonald John Lehr EndowmentPsychology Department FundPsychology Endowment

ScienceDr. Robert Maytum ScholarshipLawrence A. Patrie Science ScholarshipPhyllis and Lawrence Patrie Science Scholarship

Social WorkSocial Work Fund

SociologySociology Department Fund

Speech Pathology/AudiologyConstantine Barker FundMitchell R. Burkowsky Memorial AwardEsau A. and Susan S. Sam Family Scholarship

Schaffer Family EndowmentRebecca Snyder Memorial ScholarshipSpeech Pathology Department FundGustave and Geraldine Werner ScholarshipLt. Gen. Louis E. Woods ScholarshipHenry C. and Ida H. Youngerman Scholarship

Theatre and Dance1929 Graduate’s Award - Classical BalletAlice Bartlett Memorial AwardHarry John Brown and Paul W. Mockovak Award in Musical TheatreJack L. Cogdill ScholarshipKeith Cronin Memorial ScholarshipWalter Gloor ScholarshipTrent Illig Memorial ScholarshipTim Douglas Jensen Class of 1990 Scholarship FundRobert W. Marvel FundGertrude Prushaw Maytum ScholarshipJohn S. Mintun ScholarshipNew York State Federation of Home Bureaus/Sally Bulger ScholarshipPresident’s AwardCarol Prevet Dance ScholarshipMary and Steve Rees Rising Junior AwardTheatre and Dance Department FundBea Ullman ScholarshipDr. Georgiana von Tornow Endowment

Visual Arts and New MediaAlford Bjurlin Art ScholarshipGeorge Booth Visual Arts ScholarshipChautauqua Craft Alliance Award for Excellence in ArtFredonia Potter’s Co-op ScholarshipGraphic Arts AccountGraphic Computer FundMarano/Gnirke ScholarshipRobert W. Marvel FundMedia Arts FundVisual Arts Department FundWendel Duchscherer Scholarship

Women's StudiesJeanette McVicker Scholarship for Women's StudiesWomen's History/Studies Fund

Scholarships and awards listed below are awarded toincoming students and continuing students whodemonstrate outstanding academic aptitude, financial needand/or personal qualifications, and who have beenrecommended by the University Scholarship Committee.Separate applications are not always required. In somecases qualified students are automatically considered forselected scholarships and awards based on pre-established criteria.

Alumax ScholarshipAlumni ScholarshipsAmerican Association of University Women (AAUW) ScholarshipDallas K. and Elizabeth W. Beal AwardBeaver Club ScholarshipBennett Endowment

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Borzilleri-Gugino ScholarshipDr. Roland C. Burton ScholarshipRuth Tice Callahan AwardCarnahan-Jackson ScholarshipMary B. and Joseph A. Caruso Memorial ScholarshipClass of 1939 ScholarshipClass of 1942 and 1943 ScholarshipClass of 1950 ScholarshipClass of 1952 ScholarshipLaura B. Cole ScholarshipEvelyn Lawson Coleman President’s ScholarshipRobert E. Coon Recognition AwardCouncil for Women’s Concerns/Marion Sonnenfeld ScholarshipDeming Family International ScholarshipL. Michael Dimitri ScholarshipKelly Early ScholarshipEmpire State Minority ScholarshipFaculty/Staff ScholarshipsFaculty Student Association President’s ScholarshipFoundation Freshman ScholarshipsFredonia Rotary ScholarshipFredonia Scholar Endowment FundMalcolm J. French Memorial ScholarshipMaureen Fries ScholarshipJoseph T. Gallagher Memorial ScholarshipSteve and Parker Goldstein EndowmentGraduate Student ScholarshipZola Graf ScholarshipGregory FundRobert and Elinor Grennell ScholarshipVelyne and Lynn A. Hawkins ScholarshipFanny A. Hayward AwardS.C.W. Hom Parent ScholarshipHarold Hopkins Memorial ScholarshipManjiro Inoue FundInternational Student Assistance FundFranklin Nelson and Harriet Lyon Jewett FundMamie and Ira Jordan Minority ScholarshipKeeper of the DreamKeeper of the Dream - LeCesse ConstructionGeorge and Elane King AwardRaymond Lai ScholarshipLake Shore Savings ScholarshipCharlotte Putnam Landers ScholarshipLanford Presidential Prize from the Oscar and Esther Lanford EndowmentHorace O. Lanza ScholarshipLundquist International FellowshipM & T Keeper of the Dream ScholarshipDorothy French Manley ScholarshipDavid E. Manly ScholarshipMaytum Family President’s ScholarshipVivian R. McCullor ScholarshipJeanette Wheeler Mills ScholarshipStephen Morse Memorial FundAl Newman FundJenny Crecraft Olsen AwardAnthony Patti Memorial ScholarshipPatton/Kirkland Memorial FundXylia Peterson '85 Memorial FundBarbara Rose Memorial ScholarshipPatricia M. Rushboldt Credit Union ScholarshipBarbara Saletta Memorial Fund

Betty Norr Saveth ScholarshipKurt and Sibylla Sonnenfeld ScholarshipThe Stavrides Award for Outdoor InterestsSteele Family ScholarshipsThomas Stocky Memorial ScholarshipJohn R. Symans Memorial AwardUndergraduate Alumni CouncilWal-Mart ScholarshipWilma E. Watson Memorial ScholarshipWelch’s/National ScholarshipSons of Karen West ScholarshipWilliam and Mary J. Whipple Keeper of the DreamLouise E. Wilder ScholarshipYvonne Wilensky ScholarshipTheresa Dubnicki and Lawrence Williams ScholarshipWinch Endowment FundDr. Nelson C. Wood ScholarshipWoods and Earl Memorial Fund

Special FundsThe following funds are held by the Fredonia CollegeFoundation and used for the enhancement of universityprograms:

25 Year Anniversary GiftsAlumni House FundDorothy L. Anderson Memorial EndowmentArt Gallery FundJurgen P. Banse-Fay Production Management Internship AwardDallas K. Beal Community Access FundCampus and Community Children's Center EndowmentCarnahan-Jackson Fund for the HumanitiesGrant Cooper EndowmentCounseling Center FundAmy Elizabeth Everett Memorial AwardJack T. Ericson EndowmentEuropean Union Institute FundExcelco Developments, Inc. and Newbrook Machine Corporation ScholarshipWilliam T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist AwardDennis and Jan Hefner Academic Enhancement EndowmentHealth Services AdministrationE. Louise Hoag Opera FundHolocaust Genocide FundFranklin Nelson and Harriet Lyon Jewett FundLeadership ProgramLitchfield-French Local History FundLodge FundMaytum Distinguished Lecture EndowmentMulticultural Affairs FundNative American ConsortiumPhyllis W. and Lawrence A. Patrie - Endowment for the SciencesPoummit Secretarial Award in Memory of Janet MarksPublic Safety Programs FundRecruitment Initiative ScholarshipResidence Life FundRockefeller Arts Center FundRockefeller Arts Center Endowment FundJuliet J. Rosch School of Music EndowmentBarbara Saletta Meritorious Service AwardJohn Saulitis Humanities Fund


W.N.Y. School Press Association FundLeslie J. and Ethel H. Shaw Community FundRoger C. Seager Presidential ScholarshipSenior Challenge EndowmentsGreg Snow Music Technology AwardStudent Affairs FundTurkish Student FundV-Day CampaignPearl B. Vallance Arts Center FundWCVF Public Radio FundCarol Ward EndowmentWilliams Visiting ProfessorshipWinch Endowment FundHenry C. Youngerman Center Equipment Fund

Unrestricted EndowmentsFor priority needs determined by the University President or Fredonia College Foundation Board of Directors:

Gertrude Maytum Garland EndowmentWalter Gotowka Family EndowmentKathryn Hakes EndowmentMintun Family FundGeorge and Barbara Luke Weaver Fund

FINANCIAL AIDThe primary objective of financial aid is to ensure that alleligible financial aid applicants benefit from federal, state,institutional and private financial assistance for highereducation related expenses. Students are encouraged to go online at SUNY Fredonia's financial aid website atwww.fredonia.edu/finaid for current information.

How Do I Apply for Federal Financial Aid?Most student financial aid comes from the federalgovernment which the U.S. Department of Education'sFederal Student Aid Office administers. Applying for federal aid is free via the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.Approximately 80 percent of federal student applicantsapplied online at www.fafsa.ed.gov for federal student aidduring the 2006-2007 award year. Federal student aidcovers school expenses such as tuition and fees, room andboard, books, supplies, and transportation. The aid can also help pay for computer and dependent child-care expenses.

For further instructions related to the federal student aidapplication process, please refer to the chart below.

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STEP 1Apply for a PIN (Personal Identification Number). A PIN lets you apply, 'sign' your onlineFAFSA, make corrections to your application information and more - all online. Go towww.pin.ed.gov to apply.

STEP 2

Collect the documents including income tax returns, W-2 forms, and other records of incometo apply. A complete list of what you need can be found at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Tax return notcompleted at the time you apply? Estimate the tax information, apply, and correct theinformation later. Early Application is critical.

STEP 3Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible,preferably in January, in order to meet school and state aid deadlines. Apply online atwww.fafsa.ed.gov. SUNY Fredonia's school code is 002844.

STEP 4

Review your Student Aid Report (SAR). This is the results of your FAFSA. If necessary makechanges or corrections and resubmit your SAR for reprocessing. Your complete correct SARwill contain your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). This is the number that is used todetermine your federal student aid eligibility.

STEP 5

If you are selected for verification, your school's financial aid office will ask you to submit taxreturns and W-2 copies and any other necessary documents. Be sure to hand this informationin in a timely manner as your federal financial aid will be on hold until verification is completed. Make sure the financial aid office has the information needed to process your financial aid.

STEP 6Contact the Financial Aid Office at (716) 673-3253 with any questions. Review your awardletter and make sure you accept/decline the aid you have been offered in a timely manner. Besure to submit any requested materials as soon as possible.

How Do I Apply for Federal Aid?

How Do I Apply for the New York State TuitionAssistance Program (TAP)?It is also recommended that you apply for TAP online atwww.tapweb.org. As mentioned above, you should start the application process with the online Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. TheNew York State Higher Education Services Corporation(HESC) will use the FAFSA data as part of your online TAPapplication. After completing your FAFSA, there will be alink to the online TAP application on your FAFSAConfirmation Page.

To apply for TAP online, you need a HESC PIN (PersonalIdentification Number). Use the HESC PIN to "sign" yourTAP application, keep track of your application information,or make changes. Once you have the HESC PIN, completeyour TAP application online and insert SUNY Fredonia'sTAP School Code of (0915). Information from your FAFSAand your family's calculated New York State net taxableincome are pre-filled on your online TAP application. If youdon't apply for federal aid online, you must get a paperFAFSA from the high school guidance office, the publiclibrary, or your college's Financial Aid Office. Even if youuse a paper FAFSA, you can still do the TAP applicationonline. About three (3) weeks after mailing your FAFSA,HESC will send you a postcard or e-mail prompting you toget a HESC PIN, and complete your TAP application online. Follow the online instructions. You will be able to check thestatus of your TAP application online, at any time.

If you don't apply online, HESC will mail you an ExpressTAP Application (ETA). Information from your FAFSA andyour family's calculated New York State net taxable incomewill be preprinted on your ETA. Review this information,change any wrong items, complete any missing items, thenSIGN AND MAIL, USING THE RETURN ENVELOPE. If you provide an e-mail address on your FAFSA, HESC will notifyyou about your TAP application or award status, or ask youfor information needed to complete your application. Please be alert to HESC e-mails and respond to any requests orinstructions. If you received TAP the year before and yourapplication information is unchanged, you may only have tofile a FAFSA to get TAP. The TAP application deadline isMay 1 of academic year for which aid is sought.

Early application is strongly encouraged for both federaland state financial aid. Applications cannot be submittedbefore January 1 prior to the award year, but you should beapplying in January in order to meet SUNY Fredonia'sFAFSA filing deadline. Since funds are limited, earlyapplications are given first consideration.

When Will I Hear About My Financial Aid?1. Both new and returning students will receive an initial

Financial Aid Award Letter in March that will list allfederal, state, and institutional aid that the applicant iseligible to receive.

2. If you have been awarded a Federal Work Studyposition, a Federal Perkins Loan and/or a FederalSubsidized/Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, you must goto www.fredonia.edu and log in to YOURCONNECTION to accept, decline or accept partialamounts of these awards. Refer to your award letterwrapper or the Financial Aid Guide for instructions.

3. To move federal awards to an authorized status forbilling purposes, applicants may be required to gothrough the federally mandated verification process. Ifrequested, federal tax returns and W-2 forms for thestudent and parents, as well as a verificationworksheet, must be submitted. This information isneeded in order to verify the accuracy of the datareported on the original FAFSA application (seebelow).

4. Throughout the summer the financial aid officeprocesses student aid paper work with the intention ofmaking aid authorized for credit on the university bill by mid-July. Students must submit paperwork on a timely(as early as possible) basis.

How is Aid Awarded?Applicants for aid are considered based on all of thefollowing criteria:

1. Funds available to the university from governmental,institutional and private sources.

2. Financial eligibility as determined by the U.S.Department of Education's FAFSA processing.

3. Date of receipt of FAFSA results from the FederalCentral Processor.

VerificationMany financial aid applicants will be required to verify theinformation that is reported on the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA. Financial data such as income, taxes paid, andnon-financial data such as family size and dependencystatus will be verified. For this reason, it is extremelyimportant that the figures you report when completing orcorrecting the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA are accurate. Ifthere are any discrepancies in the data that was submittedon the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA, the aid originally awardedwill be revised (either increased or decreased). Save copies of student and parent signed tax returns, and W-2 forms,since these documents will be requested. A verificationworksheet will also be sent to you for completion. Youshould be aware that by not submitting the required taxforms, W-2 forms, and verification worksheet as requested,all aid is placed on hold, including loans. When you appliedfor federal aid, you signed a certification agreeing to giveproof of all the information you have on the form, if asked.As such, if you don't give proof, you will not receive aid.

2007-2008 University Costs

N.Y.S. Resident

Out-of-StateResident

Tuition $4,350 $10,610

Fees $1,192 $1,192

Room $5,050 $5,050

Food $3,330 $3,330

Totals $13,922 $20,182

Although every effort is made to keep university costs aslow as possible, the costs can change during the year. Theabove figures are subject to change but were accurate atthe time of printing. Students should plan on other indirect


expenses (books, transportation, personal costs) whichmay range from $1,500 to $2,000 for an academic year.

Good Academic Standing and Receipt ofUndergraduate Financial Aid

Requirements

State and federal regulations require that all financial aidrecipients maintain program pursuit and make satisfactoryacademic progress toward completion of degree programrequirements. The Financial Aid Office at SUNY Fredoniaevaluates student aid academic progress according to state requirements for TAP and APTS at the completion of eachsemester and according to federal requirements for SEOG,PELL, Work Study, Perkins, Stafford and Parent loans atthe completion of the academic year. All three criteria in the charts below must be met in order to retain financial aid forthe following semester. If a student withdraws from acourse, it may affect his/her aid for the next semester.

* Only students in approved five-year programs (EOP andMedical Technology) are eligible for 10 semesters ofundergraduate TAP. All other students are limited to eightsemesters of undergraduate TAP.

Repeated Courses. Courses in which the student hasalready received a passing grade cannot be included inmeeting full-time study requirements for state-sponsoredfinancial aid. Repeated courses may be counted towardfull-time study requirements if a student repeats a failedcourse, if a student repeats the course for additional credit,if a student has received a grade that is passing at theinstitution but is unacceptable in a particular curriculum, orwhen a student repeats a previously withdrawn course.

Examples of requirements at different TAP payment levelsfollow:

1. A student who has received seven payments of TAPmust complete at least 12 credit hours during the fallsemester, maintain at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA, andhave accrued at least 75 total credit hours to receive his/her eighth TAP payment in the spring semster.

2. A student who has received four TAP payments mustcomplete at least 9 credit hours during the fall semester,maintain at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA and have accruedat least 33 total credit hours to receive his/her fifth TAPpayment in the spring semester.

3. A student who has received three TAP payments mustcomplete at least 9 credit hours during the fall semester,maintain at least a 1.30 cumulative GPA, and accrue atleast 21 total credit hours to receive his/her fourth TAPpayment in the spring semester.

Receipt of federal aid is limited to 12 semesters (forstudents enrolled full-time), according to Federal Regulation 34CFR PART 668.16.

* Example: A first semester sophomore this fall semester,must have completed a total of at least 12 credit hoursduring his/her first two semesters and have a total of atleast 12 hours and have at least a 1.00 cumulative GPAto receive federal aid this semester. The student mustalso complete a total of 18 credit hours and have at leasta 1.60 cumulative GPA at the end of the spring semesterto continue receiving federal aid for the next fallsemester.

Students should be aware that course repeats do not countas a completion in determining Good Academic Standing.

Example: Two years ago a student received a failing gradefor a course and during the current semester repeated it asa junior. To meet progress standards, the student mustcomplete 12 new credit hours during the current semesterin addition to the repeated course credit hours.

Part-time students enrolled beyond 12 semesters (up to 24semesters maximum) must continue to complete 100percent of hours attempted and maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Notification ProcedureThe Financial Aid Office will notify the student between twoand four weeks after the conclusion of the fall semester ifGood Academic Standing Standards were not met while the student received state aid and between two to four weeksafter the spring semester if Good Academic StandingStandards were not met while the student received federaland/or state aid. The letter will inform the student of loss ofaid for the semester immediately following the one in whichprogram pursuit and satisfactory academic progressstandards were not met and will also apprise the student of

How Do I Apply for Federal Aid? 209

Before receivingthis TAP paymentyou must meet all 3criteria below

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8*9

*10

Receive passing/failing grade for thispercent of credithours attemptedduring last semester

050%ft=6pt=3

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75%ft=9pt=6

75%ft=9pt=6

100%ft=12pt=6

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Must have accruedat least this manytotal credits

0 3 9 21 33 45 60 75 90 105

Maintain at leastthis Grade PointAverage

0 1.10 1.20 1.30 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

ft = full-time pt = part-time

GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING CHARTFOR STATE AID (TAP, APTS)

GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING CHARTFOR FEDERAL AID

(PELL, Perkins, SEOG, Work Study, Stafford, Parent Loan)

Before receivingFederal aid at thisgrade level, youmust meet all 3criteria below

GradeLevel

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*GradeLevel

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Receivepassing/failinggrades for thispercent of credithours attemptedduring the last twosemesters

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Must haveaccrued this manytotal credits

0 12 30 54 78 102

Maintain at leastthis cumulativeGrade PointAverage

0 1.00 1.60 1.80 1.90 2.00

ft = full-time pt = part-time

the waiver procedure to follow if the student feels financialaid should be reinstated.

Good Academic Standing Waiver ProcedureA request to reinstate federal or state aid for the nextsemester at SUNY Fredonia will be evaluated and grantedonly if exceptional circumstances (i.e. family illness ordeath, personal illness, personal emotional disturbances,changes in education objective) can be documented by thestudent. Waivers of the criteria and reinstatement of aid arenot automatic. They are approved only if in the best interest of the student and only if unusual circumstances preventedthe student from meeting the expected criteria. A waiver toreinstate state aid is available only once duringundergraduate study (with the exception of the “C” averagewaiver). The waiver request form is mailed with thenotification of aid loss to the student by the Financial AidOffice. A student choosing to use the Waiver Process toreinstate aid the next semester at SUNY Fredonia shouldcomplete and submit the waiver form (with appropriatedocumentation) to the Office of Student Affairs forevaluation.

TYPES OF AID


Federal Student AidProgram

Type of Aid Program DetailsAnnual Award

LimitsHow to Apply

Federal PELL GrantGrant: does not have tobe repaid

Available almost exclusively toundergraduates; all eligiblestudents will receive theFederal PELL Grant amountthey qualify for

400 to $4,310

Complete the FAFSA.Expected FamilyContribution (EFC) mustbe $4,110 or below.

AcademicCompetitivenessGrant (ACG)

Grant: does not have tobe repaid

Available to PELL Grantrecipients who meet therigorous high school programcomponent and for second year students who have a 3.0 GPA.High school graduation datemust be 2005 or later.

First-year: $750Second-year:$1,300

Complete the FAFSA.Students must be PELLeligible and meet all other requirements.

National Science and Math Access toRetain Talent(SMART) Grant


Available for third and fourthyear PELL Grant recipients who major in math, science,technology or certain criticallanguages. Must have a 3.0GPA.

$4,000

Complete the FAFSA.Students must be PELLeligible and meet all other requirements.

FederalSupplementalEducationalOpportunity Grant(FSEOG)


For undergraduates withexceptional financial need;priority is given to Federal PELL Grant recipients; funds dependon availability at school.

$100 to $4,000Complete the FAFSA.Early application iscritical.

Tuition AssistanceProgram (TAP)


Awards are based on New York State net taxable income andtuition charges. Students canreceive TAP for eightsemesters.

$75 to $4,375Complete the FAFSA and TAP application.

Student Financial Aid Summary Chart

Student Financial Aid Summary Chart (cont.) 211



LimitsHow to Apply

Aid for Part-TimeStudy (APTS)


For undergraduate studentswho satisfy eligibility criteria

$1,086 to$2,000

Complete the FAFSA and the SUNY Fredonia APTS application

Federal Work Study

Money isearned while attendingschool; doesnot have tobe repaid.

For undergraduate students;jobs can be on campus or offcampus; students are paid atleast N.Y.S. minimum wage.

Complete the FAFSA.Early application iscritical.

Federal PerkinsLoan

Loan: mustbe repaidInterestRate: fixed5%

Payment is owed to the schoolthat made the loan

$4,000maximum forundergraduatestudents

Complete the FAFSA.Students must haveunmet need.

Subsidized Direct orFFEL Stafford Loan

Loan: mustbe repaidInterestRate: fixed6.8 %

Subsidized: U.S. Department of Education pays interest whileborrower is in school andduring grace and defermentperiods; you must be at least ahalf-time student

Freshman -$3,500Sophomore -$4,500Junior/Senior -$5,500Graduate -$8,500

Complete the FAFSA.Students must haveunmet need.

Unsubsidized Director FFEL StaffordLoan

Loan: mustbe repaidInterestRate: fixed6.8%

Unsubsidized: Borrower isresponsible for interest duringthe life of the loan; you must be at least a half-time student;financial need is not arequirement

Freshman -$3,500Sophomore -$4,500Junior/Senior -$5,500Graduate -$8,500 (includes any subsidizedamounts for thesame period)

Complete the FAFSA.

Alternative Loan

Loan: mustbe repaidInterestRate: basedon Prime orLIBOR and a credit checkperformed by the lender

Borrowers will be evaluated oncredit history, debt to incomeratio, and work history. Astudent can be approved whenapplying alone but will typicallyrequire a co-borrower.

Maximumamount is costof attendanceminus anyother financialaid the studentreceives.

Go to www.fredonia.edu.Click on Financial Aid, Aid Programs, AlternativeLoans. Apply online.Filing a FAFSA is notrequired to receiveAlternative Loan funds.However, you shouldcontact the Financial AidOffice if you wish to waive your right to federal aid.

Direct or FFEL PLUSLoan

Loan: mustbe repaidInterestRate: fixed8.5%

Available to parents ofdependent undergraduatestudents who are enrolled atleast half-time

Maximumamount is costof attendanceminus anyother financialaid the studentreceives.

Go to www.fredonia.edu.Click on Financial Aid, Aid Programs, PLUS Loan.Apply online.

Student Financial Aid Summary Chart (cont.)

Other Sources of Aid

New York State Regents Award for Children ofVeterans

Eligibility: Students whose parent(s) served in the U.S.Armed Forces during specified periods of war or nationalemergency (see www.hesc.com, 'Military Corner') and, as a result of service, died or suffered a 40 percent or moredisability, is classified as missing in action, or was aprisoner of war. The veteran must currently be a New YorkState resident or have been a New York State resident atthe time of death, if death occurred during or as a result ofservice.

Award Information: The award is $450 per year andapplications should be completed before May 1 of theacademic year that payment is being requested for.

How to Apply: Students must establish eligibility bysubmitting a Child of Veteran Award Supplement form withthe NYSHESC BEFORE applying for payment.

Veterans Tuition Awards

Eligibility: New York State residents discharged under other than dishonorable conditions for the U.S. Armed Forcesand are:

• Vietnam Veterans who served in Indochina betweenDecember 22, 1961 and May 7, 1975

• Persian Gulf Veterans who served in the PersianGulf on or after August 2, 1990

• Afghanistan Veterans who served in Afghanistanduring hostilities on or after September 11, 2001

Students must also:• Establish eligibility by applying to HESC on or before

September 1, 2008 through obtaining a VeteransTuition Award (VTA) Supplement from HESC(1-888-687-4372)

• Be a New York State Resident and be matriculatedeither full- or part-time at an undergraduate orgraduate degree-granting institution in New YorkState

• Have applied for TAP and the federal PELL Grant

Requesting Payment: Undergraduate and graduate full-time students need to complete a FAFSA and Express TAPapplication; undergraduate part-time students mustcomplete a FAFSA and a VTA; graduate part-time studentsneed only complete the VTA.

Military Service Recognition Scholarship (MSRS)

Eligibility: MSRS provides financial aid to children, spouses, and financial dependents of members of the armed forcesof the U.S. or state organized militia who, at any time on orafter August 2, 1990, while New York State residents diedor became severely and permanently disabled whileengaged in hostilities or training for hostilities.

Award Information: The award covers up to four years offull-time undergraduate study, including actual tuition andmandatory educational fees, actual room and boardcharged to the student for students living on campus or anallowance for room and board for commuter students andallowances for books, supplies, and transportation.

How to Apply: You must provide the information requestedon the supplement provided by HESC. Submit thesupplement and the necessary supporting documentation to HESC.

Requesting Payment: You must submit an application forpayment by May 1 of each year you wish to receive aMSRS.

Recruitment Incentive and Retention Program(RIRP)The RIRP is a New York State program designed to recruitand retain quality members of the State Military Forces(Army and Air National Guard and Naval Militia). Thiscompetitive program will pay the cost of tuition up to amaximum of $4,350 per calendar year for eligible qualifiedapplicants.

Eligibility: • Be in good standing in the State Military Forces

(attend and make-up all drills and actual training).

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree-grantinginstitution for at least 6 credit hours per semester




LimitsHow to Apply

Grad PLUS Loan

Loan: Mustbe repaidInterestrate: fixed8.5%

Available to graduate studentswho are enrolled at leasthalf-time.

Maximumamount is costof attendanceminus anyother financialaid the studentreceives

Go to www.fredonia.edu.Click on Financial Aid, Aid Programs, PLUS Loan.Apply online.

ScholarshipsRefer to Scholarship section on page 202.

Student Financial Aid Summary Chart (cont.)

• Maintain eligibility for the entire period of yourapplication

• Be a resident of the State of New York for a period of 186 days prior to using the program for the first time

How to Apply: Obtain a letter of acceptance from theinstitution of higher education you are going to attend;complete the FAFSA and TAP application; complete theRIRP and the Memo of Understanding application inaccordance with DMNA Regulation 621-1.

Veterans Administration Educational BenefitsThose veterans or dependents who are eligible for federalfinancial assistance through the Veterans Administrationshould contact the Coordinator, Veterans Affairs (NixonHall, 716 673-3423) or complete appropriate forms.Students are urged to begin their VA paperwork before thebeginning of the school term in order to expediteprocessing. To further facilitate the start of benefits, theveteran, or children, spouses, and survivors of veteranswhose deaths or permanent total disabilities wereservice-connected, should present pertinent data, such as the Social Security Number, VA claim number, dates ofservice, discharge papers, and any other VA claiminformation.

The Veterans Affairs office is staffed by the coordinator and two veteran students who provide routine certification ofenrollments. The staff also monitors student progress, andis available for information and referral for problems thatmight arise. Policy among various administrative offices, asit relates to VA recipients, is also coordinated through theVeterans Affairs office. The coordinator is in liaison with theRegional Office in Buffalo, N.Y., for those situations thatmight need special attention.

State Aid To Native Americans

Application Procedures: Application forms can be obtainedfrom the Native American Education Unit, New York StateEducation Department, Room 374 EBA, Albany, NY 12234or call (518) 474-0537. Required application materials mustbe submitted to the above address before July 15 for thefall semester, Dec. 31 for the spring semester, and May 20for the summer semester.

Selection of Recipients and Allocation of Awards: Theapplicant must be a New York State resident, and be on anofficial New York State tribal roll, or be the child of anenrolled member of a New York State tribe

Responsibilities of Recipients: Students are required to:

(1) submit their grades at the end of each semester forwhich funding is received, indicating satisfactoryprogress toward degree or certificate requirements

(2) notify the Native American Education Unit, in writing,of any change in student status, change in program, orinstitutional enrollment.

Funding Procedure: Eligible students may receive grantawards of up to $2,000 per year for four years of full-timestudy (up to five years for approved five year programs).Part-time students will be funded on a pro-rated basis.

United States Bureau of Indian Affairs HigherEducation Grant Program

Application Procedures: Application forms are availablefrom the Education Office of the tribe in which you areaffiliated or possess membership, and the Bureau of IndianAffairs (Education Line Officer). An application is requiredfor each year of study. An official needs analysis (obtainedfrom your university financial aid office) is also required.This analysis is provided after the student completes theFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Eachfirst-time applicant must obtain tribal enrollment certificationfrom the bureau agency which records enrollment for thetribe.

Selection of Recipients and Allocation of Awards: Theapplicant must:

(1) be a member of, or at least one-quarter degreeIndian blood descendent of a member of an AmericanIndian tribe which is eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States through theBureau of Indian Affairs

(2) be accepted for admission to a nationally accreditedinstitution of higher learning which provides a course ofstudy conferring an associate or bachelor’s degree

(3) demonstrate financial need.

Responsibilities of Recipients: For subsequent grants, theapplicant must make satisfactory progress towards adegree and demonstrate financial need. Depending on theavailability of funds, grants may also be made to graduatestudents and summer session students. Eligible marriedstudents may also receive living expenses for dependents.

For additional information about any aspect of expenses orfinancial aid, please refer to the SUNY Fredonia FinancialAid Guide.

EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITYOUTREACH

The Native American SUNY: Western ConsortiumSUNY Fredonia continues to support the endeavors of theNative American SUNY: Western Consortium, whichfocuses upon educational access, opportunity, anddevelopment for Native American students andcommunities. The consortium is comprised ofrepresentatives of four Native Nations and 11 SUNYcampuses in the Western and Central New York area. Formore information, students should contact the office at(716) 673-3170 or 1-800-851-5020.

Lifelong LearningThe Office of Lifelong Learning, headquartered in 2142Fenton Hall, brings together a unique combination ofuniversity and community support services.

Sponsored and Non-sponsored Credit-free Conferences,Institutes, and Workshops. The office works withrepresentatives from community groups and industrialorganizations to identify and provide for the specializededucational needs of their memberships.

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Lifelong Learning. The university, through this program,makes educational opportunities available to working adults and non-traditional students who wish to explore universitystudy on a part-time basis. Students seeking admissionthrough the Lifelong Learning program may apply using asimplified application procedure. No university entranceexaminations are required; however, applicants mustsubmit a high school transcript or GED score report.Applications for admission are available in the LifelongLearning Office, 2142 Fenton Hall, or the Office ofAdmissions, 178 Central Ave. (Fenner House), Fredonia.

Qualified students are eligible to enroll in regular day orevening courses, including a number scheduled in the lateafternoon and early evening. The Lifelong Learningprogram is especially appropriate for those who wish topursue non-degree university studies on a part-timeschedule - for personal growth, job advancement, or otherreasons. Students will be assigned an academic advisor toassist with course selection.

The university awards a certificate to Lifelong Learningstudents who successfully complete 30 credit hours ofcourse work. Students are encouraged to seek admissionto a baccalaureate degree program at that time. Creditearned through Lifelong Learning course work will applytoward any degree program at the university.

A student with prior experience who is seeking degreestudy on a full-time or part-time basis should pursueadmission as a transfer applicant (see Transfer Admissions, page 196).

Visiting Student Program. Students presently enrolled atanother college or university who wish to pursue academicstudy at SUNY Fredonia for one or two semesters mayapply for admission through the Visiting Student Program.Advantages of the program, in addition to expandingacademic options, include getting to know other newstudents, faculty and geographic areas, as well as havingan opportunity to see oneself, one’s education, and futureplans from a new perspective. To qualify for the program,students must receive approval for a proposed academicprogram from an appropriate official at their present college. Applications are reviewed following the procedures used inevaluating requests for admission from transfer applicants.Registration in specific courses is offered on aspace-available basis.

For information on any of the above, students should call(716) 673-3177, or visit 2142 Fenton Hall.

College of EducationThe College of Education has direct implications for change and innovation in teacher education. The campus-widenature of the school involves the integration of earlychildhood, childhood, middle childhood and adolescenceeducation components as well as the initiation of acomprehensive field-based approach to educationalstudies. In addition, the school assumes responsibility forsupporting teaching effectiveness, educational research,child studies, development of grant proposals, andinternational education programs. A newly created Institutefor Research in Science Teaching is currently focusing onthe improvement of science education throughresearch-based methods and instructional technology. The

further development of needed links and partnerships withthe public schools in the SUNY Fredonia service area, theFredonia-Hamburg Teacher Education Center, and theOffice of Field Experiences is fostered and enhancedthrough the College of Education. The college offersinternational programs for education majors. Throughcooperative efforts with the Swansea Institute of HigherEducation in Wales, and the University of Plymouth, RolleFaculty of Education in Exmouth, England, students areafforded the opportunity to engage in a five-weekinternational teaching practicum. As a result of reciprocalagreements between SUNY Fredonia and these Britishinstitutions, students from England and Wales visit theFredonia campus and area schools at selected times eachyear.

Henry C. Youngerman Center for CommunicationDisordersThe Henry C. Youngerman Center for CommunicationDisorders is located in Thompson Hall. The center, a majorcomponent of the Department of Speech Pathology andAudiology, contains an audiology clinic, a speech-languageclinic, laboratories and classrooms. Speech, language, andhearing evaluations and treatment are provided to studentsand residents of the neighboring communities. Students inspeech pathology participate as observers and as clinicians under the supervision of licensed and certified speechpathologists and audiologists.

The Fredonia College FoundationThe Fredonia College Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profitcorporation, was formed in 1964 to encourage and acceptgifts and endowments in support of the priority needs of theState University of New York at Fredonia, its faculty andstudents.

In order to maintain the quality of academic offerings atFredonia and to realize the university’s commitment topublic service for western New York and the state, theuniversity must look to non-state sources to assist in itsdevelopment. The foundation seeks support forscholarships and those programs and events that enrich the university and community that cannot be supported by state funds.

Contributions from alumni, parents, friends, faculty/staff,emeriti, business and industry, the professions,foundations, and other public and private sources havestrengthened many university programs. Gifts of cash,appreciated stock, real estate and insurance, gifts-in-kind,works of art, books, equipment, and teaching materials, aswell as planned gifts such as bequests and gift annuities,have enabled the university to move forward, even in timesof budgetary restraint.

Center for Rural Regional Development andGovernanceThe Center for Rural Regional Development andGovernance promotes the university’s service to the regionthrough economic development and government efficiencyprojects.

The center sponsors analytical research reports to assistgovernment decision-makers in moving toward more


cost-effective and efficient service delivery in the region.Center Fellows, SUNY Fredonia faculty, and studentresearchers provide the expertise for these researchprojects. The center is sponsoring the development andbuilding of a new SUNY Fredonia High Tech BusinessIncubator that will be located in the city of Dunkirk's centralbusiness district. The incubator will be a one-stop facilityproviding business development mentoring space for newstart-up high tech companies. The incubator's goal is toprovide job growth and business development opportunities for community entrepreneurs and existing businesses, aswell as SUNY Fredonia graduates. Fredonia's degreeprograms in computer science, media arts, music,communication, business and natural sciences will providea broad pool of talent for high tech startup businesses thatdetermine to locate within Northern Chautauqua Countyand Western New York.

The center also sponsors a federal Department of Housingand Urban Development (HUD)-funded CommunityOutreach Partnership Centers (COPC) program. SUNYFredonia's COPC program, SUNY Fredonia/DunkirkCommunity Partnerships, forms partnership withDunkirk-area government offices, neighborhoodorganizations, civic groups, churches, and non-profitorganizations to revitalize the city of Dunkirk's economy and quality of life.

For more information about the center, located in theStearns Building, 338 Central Ave., Suite 340, Dunkirk, NY14048, interested persons should call (716) 363-6352.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES

Academic Policy and Procedures in Regard to Students With Disabilities

It is university policy that students with disabilities fulfill thesame degree and program requirements as all students,and that reasonable accommodations may be used toassist students with disabilities in attaining thoserequirements. In addition, the university may offernon-accommodative services such as tutoring andcounseling. Reasonable accommodations and otherservices are determined on a case-by-case,course-by-course, and semester-by-semester basis.

It is the responsibility of students with disabilities to identifythemselves by notifying the Coordinator of DisabilitySupport Services for Students. The student and coordinator will meet and discuss the student’s needs, on the basis ofthe clinical diagnosis that has established the existence ofthe disability, and will decide on the kinds of assistanceand/or reasonable accommodations the student will need to gain equal access to the university's programs, activitiesand services. It is advised that students self-identify uponadmittance to the university in order to provide a seamlesstransition. Early self-identification can facilitate reasonableaccommodations and other services that may be delayedby the process of obtaining appropriate documentation withlater self-identification.

With the student’s written request, the coordinator willinform the relevant professor(s) or office(s) of the student’saccommodation needs for the particular class or service the accommodation is needed. The coordinator will beconfirming the existence of a disability and the need for theaccommodations requested. The student must then identifyhim/herself to the professor or office providing theaccommodation, and where necessary, discuss theaccommodations or alternative accommodations. In theevent of a disagreement between the student and theprofessor or office about the need for the requestedaccommodation, the Coordinator of Disability SupportServices for Students will as mediator.

SUNY Fredonia is prepared to respond to the individualneeds of students with disabilities. For specific informationabout services and facilities for students with disabilities,students should contact: Adam Hino, coordinator ofDisability Support Services for Students, Reed Library(fourth floor), by telephone at (716) 673-3270, by TTY at(716) 673-4763, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Students should see the website atwww.fredonia.edu/tlc/DDS/dss.htm.

Declaration of a Major Program

In order to complete the university requirements for abaccalaureate degree, every student must complete anapproved departmental or interdisciplinary major programby satisfactory performance in the courses specified by theprogram. Students may declare a major before earning 30semester hours of credit, except in some professionalprograms, and must make the declaration of program priorto earning 60 semester hours of credit. Information on thedeclaration of major can be obtained at the AcademicAdvising Center, 2148 Fenton Hall.

Certain major programs have a minimum quality pointaverage requirement for admission. Students should checkwith the department of their intended major for specificminimum GPA and/or course requirements.

The declaration of major program, as well as changes in the major, should be made well in advance of course selection.The appropriate form is available in the Office of theRegistrar and in department offices. The chairpersonresponsible for departmental programs or the coordinatorresponsible for interdisciplinary programs will assignstudents an advisor and will certify at the appropriate timethat all program requirements have been completed.

Declaration of a Dual Major

Students who are interested in completing more than onemajor program must obtain the appropriate form from theOffice of the Registrar and secure written approval from thedepartment chairperson or interdisciplinary coordinator ofthe intended second major.

Students are generally not permitted to earn mutilpledegrees, nor declare multiple majors, from the sameacademic department. Exceptions include the following:Biology with Biology Adolescence Education; Chemistrywith Chemistry Adolescence Education; Communication (all majors); History/Social Studies; Geochemistry, Geology orGeophysics with Earth Sciences; Mathematics withMathematics Adolescence Education; Music (all majors);Physics with Physics Adolescence Education.

Additional majors must be declared at least one semesterprior to the date of graduation.

Declaration of a Minor

Students who are interested in declaring a minor mustobtain the appropriate form from the Registrar’s office, thencontact the office of the department in which the minor isrequested. Students who are interested in declaring morethan one minor program are to follow the procedureoutlined above for each one. Minors must be declared atleast one semester prior to the date of graduation.

75-hour Audit

During the semester in which a student completes 75cumulative semester hours, the Academic Advising Centerwill mail students preliminary degree audit materials that will help determine progress toward completing degreerequirements. It is the student’s responsibility to meet withhis/her academic advisor to identify any degreedeficiencies.

Early Registration

Early Registration is held during the latter part of the regular spring and fall semesters preceding the semester for whichenrollment is sought. The exact dates of early registrationwill be announced by the Registrar through the mail and incampus publications.

Students wishing to register must obtain the necessary card from their advisors, who must approve the coursesselected. Students will then register according to publishedguidelines.

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Registration

In addition to participating in the Early Registration period,all students must confirm registration according to thedirections issued by the offices of the Registrar and Student Accounts.

In compliance with the regulations of the Board of Trusteesof the State University, students who have not satisfied their financial obligations to the university will not be permitted to register.

Registration must be completed by the end of the first week of classes. A service charge of $30 is imposed forregistrations taking place after the third day of classes.

Student Schedule Changes

Changes in student class schedules must be filed in theOffice of the Registrar within the period prescribed by thatoffice.

Note: Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal deadlines published inthe university calendar are for full semester courses;deadlines are pro-rated for courses that meet less than afull semester.

Students may drop courses through the first week of thesemester. Those courses dropped will be removed from the student’s permanent record. After the drop deadline,students must withdraw, except for first semester freshmen, who may drop up to Monday following Early Registrationadvising for the following semester.

A fee of $20 will be assessed for each course added afterthe second week of classes. This does not includetransactions involving a switch from one section of a course to another.

Beginning with the second week and ending with thewithdrawal date published by the Registrar each semester(generally, the seventh week), a student may withdraw from a course with advisor or department chairperson approval.A grade of “WC” is assigned. The withdrawal grade will berecorded on the student’s permanent record but will not becounted in the student’s quality point average.

Through the second week of the semester, an instructor ofa course may petition the Registrar to have a studentdropped from a course. This may be done because thestudent lacks the stated prerequisites, or because thestudent has not been attending classes, and there are other students wishing to add the course. When an instructorinitiates such action, the Registrar will make an effort tocontact the affected student, and, if the student wishes toremain in the course, the student will be allowed to do so,but will be urged to contact the instructor immediately.

A fee of $20 will be assessed for each course drop orwithdrawal that takes place after the drop deadlinepublished by the Registrar’s office.

Students will not be permitted to withdraw from coursesafter the withdrawal deadline published by the Registrar.

Exact dates for the add, drop and withdrawal periods aregiven in the university calendar and in the appropriateCourse Offerings Bulletin and apply to all full-semestercourses.

Significance of Course Numbers

Courses numbered from 100 to 499 are open toundergraduates. In general, courses numbered 100-199 are taken in the freshman year, courses 200-299 in thesophomore year, courses 300-399 in the junior year, andcourses 400-499 in the senior year. There are, however,some variations in this placement according to curriculumand other factors.

Courses numbered from 500 to 599 are graduate coursesopen to qualified seniors for undergraduate credit bypermission of the appropriate chairperson and theAssociate Vice President for Graduate Studies andResearch.

Permission to Take Graduate CoursesWhile an Undergraduate

Undergraduates who have completed 90 credits and whose grade point average is 3.0 or better may be allowed toenroll in suitable graduate courses numbered 500-599.Permission is not automatic, however; in each instance,students must request approval of the department offeringthe course and of the Associate Vice President forGraduate Studies and Research. The forms for this purpose may be found in the Registrar’s office. Students may usesuch graduate courses either to meet undergraduatedegree requirements or to meet degree requirements in aSUNY Fredonia graduate program they enter at a latertime. In the latter case, a student will be charged thedifference between undergraduate and graduate tuitionwhen the credit is applied to the graduate transcript. Nocourse may be used for both purposes by the same person. In no case will an undergraduate be allowed to enroll in acourse numbered 600 or above.

Unit of Academic Credit

The semester hour is the unit of academic credit andrepresents one hour of lecture or recitation or a minimum of three hours of laboratory work each week for one semester.

Course Load

For most undergraduate programs, the normal class load is15 to 16 semester hours. A student who wishes to carry aclass load of more than 18 semester hours must secure the approval of their academic dean. The minimum class loadto be considered a full-time student is 12 semester hours.

Course Prerequisites

Many courses offered by the university are open to anyinterested student, space permitting. However, somecourses have prerequisites - other courses a student musthave had before taking the course in question, in order tounderstand it. For other courses there arerecommendations regarding courses or experiences thatmight be beneficial, but not necessary, to have. A fewcourses have corequisites, which must either be takenbefore or together with the course in question. Informationabout pre- and corequisites, and recommendations, is given in the course description section in this catalog. Studentsare responsible for having fulfilled any prerequisites beforeenrolling for a course. Instructors may exclude studentswho have not done so.


Course Auditing

Subject to faculty and department approval, certainacademic courses may be audited. The instructor is underno obligation to assess a course auditor's homework, classcontributions, or examinations. The auditor receives nograde for the course, nor is any course transcript generated by the Registrar's office. Once enrolled, students may notchange their enrollment status from audit to credit, or fromcredit to audit.

All persons who would like to audit a course must obtainand complete an Audit Form from the Registrar's office –whether a fee is required or not. The completed form musthave the signatures of: the chair of the department offeringthe course, and the course instructor.

Currently-enrolled, full-time students, currently employedfaculty and staff, and Fredonia emeriti faculty and staff, may audit courses without paying a registration fee. For allothers, a non-refundable fee of $50 will be charged. Inaddition, if a specific course has an additional course fee,that fee will be charged to all persons auditing a course.

Audit privileges are not available in non-credit coursesoffered through the Office of Lifelong Learning; nor in anyinternship, directed study, practicum, or foreign studyprogram/course.

Class Attendance

At Fredonia students will experience a variety ofeducational styles and opportunities. Attendance isexpected in all classes. Some courses will requireattendance. Some courses will base a part of the grade onattendance and participation. Other courses will have noformal requirements concerning attendance. Instructors willindicate the attendance policy as a part of the coursesyllabus.

It is the student’s responsibility, if absent, to find out whatmaterial was covered, what assignments were given, andwhat announcements were made in class during the periodof absence.

Because the university is concerned about the welfare of its students and wishes to provide assistance in case ofabsence for valid reasons, students are encouraged tonotify the Office of Student Affairs in the event of anunusual series (three or more consecutive days) ofabsences due to health or personal reasons. The office willthen notify instructors.

Each instructor is responsible for establishing a policyconcerning cases in which regularly scheduled graded workis missed and for determining whether the reason for havingmissed such work is valid. The instructor may make thatdetermination based on discussion with the student or mayrequest appropriate documentation. If the instructordetermines that a student has a valid reason for missing thework, the instructor may choose to give the student anopportunity to make it up or may, in exceptional cases, basethe grade for the course on other work. In the event of adisagreement over the validity of the absence, the studentmay appeal to the instructor’s chairperson. When a student is directly participating in a university-sponsored program thattakes him/her away from classes (e.g., athletics or researchconference), the department sponsoring the program willprovide the student with documentation indicating the activity

in which the student is involved and the date(s) and time(s)of that involvement. Such participation will be considered avalid reason for missing the work. Thus, instructors shouldoffer the student an opportunity to make up the work or maybase the grade for the course on other work. In the event ofa disagreement over the validity of the absence, the studentmay appeal to the instructor’s chairperson or supervisor. If astudent anticipates having to miss regularly scheduledgraded work, the student should contact the instructor aheadof time. The instructor may expect the student to completethe work before the scheduled time when that is feasible. If astudent misses the final examination for a course because ofillness or some other cogent reason, and a make-up cannotbe scheduled in time, the student will receive a grade ofincomplete.

If a student must be absent due to religious beliefs, he/shehas the right to make up examinations, etc. For full details,see page 239.

Final Examinations

Final Exam Schedule – A tentative schedule of finalexaminations is published in the Course Offerings Bulletin.Requests from instructors for deviations from the schedule(group examinations, room changes, or time changes) must be approved by the Registrar. The Registrar’s office willpublish an updated schedule at least three weeks prior tofinals week. Once this schedule has appeared, no changescan be made.

Final examination week is part of the regular semester andshould be interpreted in that context. Students who areasked to take final examinations (variously interpreted asterminal, non-comprehensive, etc.) prior to the regularexamination week are put at a decided disadvantage.Faculty members who do not give final examinations during the regular period scheduled for such examinations areexpected to use that period for review or to utilize the timein some formal way in a classroom setting.

All students have the right to take their final examination atthe time scheduled by the Registrar’s office.

Three-Finals-In-One-Day Conflict – It is university policythat students not be required to take three finalexaminations in one day. However, the published finalexamination schedule may contain somethree-finals-in-one-day conflicts. In this situation, a studenthas the right to take one of the examinations on a differentday.

1. If the conflict arises due to an individual professorrescheduling his/her final examination from the time initiallyscheduled in the semester’s Course Offerings Bulletin, it isthe responsibility of that professor to arrange for anequivalent examination for the student at a suitable timeduring examination week. If a suitable time is not agreed to, the student may appeal to the chairperson of thedepartment in which the course is taught.

2. If the conflict arises due to the scheduling of a groupexamination for several sections of the same course, thedepartment scheduling the group examination must makeequivalent examinations available to students for whom thescheduled group examination creates athree-finals-in-one-day conflict. When a student finds that agroup examination creates such a conflict, he/she shall


meet with the chairperson of the department scheduling the group examination who will arrange for the equivalentexamination to be given to the student at a suitable timeduring examination week. If a suitable time is not agreed to, the student may appeal to the dean responsible for the area in which the course is taught.

3. If a conflict arises from neither of the above reasons andif a student is taking one of the three courses in his/hermajor field, it is the responsibility of that instructor toarrange for an equivalent examination to be given to thestudent at a suitable time during examination week. If asuitable time is not agreed to, the student may appeal to the department chairperson.

Students should resolve any three-finals-in-one-dayconflicts before the beginning of examination week.

Assessment Examinations or Questionnaires

SUNY Fredonia regularly assesses its academic programsas part of its constant effort to improve them. Programassessment often involves testing students to measure theiraccomplishments in relation to program goals, or questioning them about their experiences and reactions. Usually, theresults of the tests and questionnaires do not become part ofthe student’s record, but rather help the university measurethe success of its teaching and course requirements. In other words, student views and outcomes provide information thatis essential if the university is to help students learn moreeffectively. Accordingly, all students are expected to takeassessment examinations or answer assessmentquestionnaires if they are chosen to do so.

Pass-Fail Option

The Pass-Fail Option permits a student, with the advisor’sapproval, to take certain courses and earn a grade of P(Passing) or F (Failing), rather than a traditional (A,B,C,D)grade. Quality points will not be used for pass-fail courseswhen the student receives a passing grade. However, afailing grade will carry the usual penalty for failure in acourse.

The following courses may NOT be taken Pass-Fail:

• Courses at the 100-level

• Courses that are part of the professional semester

• Courses required for a major, a minor or the CollegeCore Curriculum

Departments may designate other courses as notapplicable to the pass-fail option; such courses areidentified in the Course Offerings Bulletin.

Within the limitations given, students may enroll for courses as free electives on the pass-fail basis:

1. Completion of a minimum of 39 semester hours towardthe bachelor’s degree is required before enrollment inpass-fail courses.

2. No more than 16 semester hours may be taken on apass-fail basis; no more than two such courses may betaken in any one semester. All courses taken as pass-failare counted towards the 16 hour maximum whether thestudent receives a P or an F.

3. In the event a student transfers to a department in whichhe or she has taken a pass-fail course, the student may

petition the Registrar to rescind the pass/fail option for thecourse.

Pass-fail applications are available in the Office of theRegistrar. A student who decides to enroll on a pass-failbasis is required to obtain his or her advisor’s signature onthe application within the three-week period following thebeginning of the semester. He or she may not thereafterchange status in the course(s).

Course Repeat Policy

A student may repeat a course, and have the first gradeexcluded from the calculation of their cumulative qualitypoint average if the course is an exact equivalent of theprevious course taken. A course originally taken for a grade cannot be re-taken on a pass-fail basis.

A student who wishes to take a course at another collegeand have the credit substitute for a course already taken atSUNY Fredonia must secure prior approval from thechairperson of his or her major program (or department ofadvisement) and have the chairperson certify that thecourse to be taken is the equivalent of the course thestudent wishes to repeat. For this option, transfer credit isaccepted only if the student earns a “C” or better for thecourse being repeated and transferred. In that case, thecredit (not the grade) will be noted on the transcript.

When courses are repeated, the initial grade will remain onthe transcript, but an "E" will appear to the right of the initialgrade earned, indicating that this grade is excluded fromthe grade point average calculation.

The Course Repeat Policy may not be utilized by studentswho have been required to withdraw, unless the student issubsequently readmitted and enrolled in courses leading toa degree program at SUNY Fredonia.

Course Challenge Option

Students may enter the university already possessing theskills or knowledge taught in a particular university course.If such a course is required or is a prerequisite for othercourses, and if the students can prove to the satisfaction ofthe department offering the course that they indeedpossess the skills or knowledge in question, therequirement will be waived or the students will be placed inthe course for which they qualify, without receiving credit for the prerequisite or required course.

In unusual cases, academic departments may be willing togrant college credit for a given course to students who candemonstrate prior knowledge of the course materials orskills. The course in question will not be one in which theclassroom process itself is an important focus, as it is incourses dependent on small group discussion orproblem-solving, computer work, laboratory experiments,group projects, and the like. To “challenge” a suitablecourse by demonstrating that one can pass the coursewithout taking it, a student must first apply to thechairperson of the department offering the course. Theapplication should include a detailed description of themanner in which the student has already met the goals andobjectives of the course. If the chairperson deems thecourse available for challenge and if he or she believes thestudent’s application to have merit, the department willdetermine the manner in which the student is todemonstrate his or her knowledge and/or proficiency. If, in


the department’s opinion, the student’s performance isadequate, the chairperson will recommend to the Registrarthat the student be awarded credit for the course. No gradewill be given, and the student’s quality point average will not be affected.

Credit by Examination

The university participates in three examination programs:the College Proficiency Examination Program of the NewYork State Education Department, Albany, N.Y.; theRegents College Examination Program; and the CollegeLevel Examination Program of the College EntranceExamination Board, Northeastern Regional Office, 475Riverside Drive, New York, N.Y. Enrolled students mustobtain prior approval before scheduling an examination.Students should contact the testing agency directly for more information.

Transfer Credit

Enrolled students must secure prior approval from thechairperson of their major program (or department ofadvisement), from the chair of their minor, if applicable, and from the Registrar, before credit taken at another college oruniversity will be transferred to the student’s record atFredonia. Students applying for such approval shouldprovide the chairperson and Registrar a copy of the coursedescription from the other college catalog. Transfer CreditApproval forms are available in the Office of the Registrar.

Students who have been required to withdraw from theuniversity may not complete degree requirements by takingcourses at another college, unless they are subsequentlyreadmitted and enrolled in courses leading to a degreeprogram at SUNY Fredonia.

Credit for non-collegiate sponsored instruction will beawarded upon the recommendation of the appropriatedean, following consultation with department chairpersonsas appropriate. Where applicable, the guidelines found inCollege Credit Recommendations (published by the Boardof Regents/State Education Department) should befollowed.

Credit will be subject to these limitations:

1. It is to be considered transfer credit.

2. It is elective credit.

3. A maximum of 12 credit hours may be counted towardgraduation.

4. Consistent with university policy, physical educationcredit should be limited to 4 credit hours.

Student Classification

Students are given class designation according to thenumber of credit hours successfully completed, as follows:

Freshman Less than 24 hoursSophomore 24-56 hoursJunior 57-88 hoursSenior 89+ hours

Grading System

Each student’s progress is evaluated and reported fourtimes a year — at mid-semesters (October and March), and at the end of semesters (December and May). The symbols used to record achievement on the permanent record cardof the student at the end of each semester are as follows:

A Superior

A-

B+

B Very Good

B-

C+

C Fair

C-

D+

D Passing

D-

F Failing

I Incomplete, given when a student, because ofillness or other cogent reasons, is unable tocomplete the requirements of the course. Theserequirements must be satisfied before the end ofthe next regular semester or an earlier date set bythe instructor; otherwise the I becomes an F on the permanent record. A student wishing to beconsidered for an I grade in a course must contactthe instructor before the end of the semester. If the instructor determines that an I grade isappropriate, then the instructor will consult with the student and determine the deadline for completingthe work for the course. Once the work for thecourse has been completed, and received by theinstructor, the instructor should submit thestudent’s revised grade for the course to theRegistrar’s office within two weeks.

P Satisfactory completion of courses under thePass-Fail Option. “P” does not count as part of thecumulative quality point average or total; it does,however, count toward completion of total credithours earned.

E Indicates course has been repeated, and willappear on a student's transcript to the right of theoriginal grade earned.

S Satisfactory completion of requirements.


U Unsatisfactory performance or failure. The lettersS and U are used for student teaching and certainother courses, including some independent studyand skill courses. The S does not count as part ofthe cumulative quality point average or total; the U, however, reflects hours carried with zero qualitypoints. In contrast to Pass/Fail, Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grades are given as departmentaloptions for certain courses, and require that theinstructor prepare an appropriate supplementalevaluation of each student’s performance to befiled with the department.

W Indicates withdrawal from the university.

WC Withdrawal from a course.

X Indicates continuing enrollment in a course thatcontinues past the end of the semester. An Xgrade that has not been converted to acredit-bearing grade by the end of the secondregular semester after the semester for which theX was given will change to an F grade.

Y Indicates a passing grade in a course taken in asemester accepted for “academic bankruptcy.”

Z Indicates a failing grade in a course taken in asemester accepted for “academic bankruptcy.”

Student Appeals of Grades

A student who feels that a final grade reported to him/her isincorrect has the right of appeal by the following procedure:

1. He or she first discusses the grade with the instructor.

2. If, after this discussion, the student is still unsatisfied, thestudent may take his or her case to the chairperson of thedepartment. This appeal should be in writing, outlining thereasons why the student feels the initial grade was incorrect and supplying any relevant documentation (e.g. gradedmaterial, syllabi, etc.) in support of the grade change.

3. If the chairperson decides that the student’s case meritsfurther investigation, and after the chairperson hasdiscussed the appeal with the instructor involved, thechairperson appoints an ad hoc committee composed oftwo members of the faculty in the department, other thanthe faculty member involved, and one student who is amajor in the department.

4. If the chairperson decides that the student’s case doesnot merit further investigation, the student may appeal thisdecision to the dean, supplying the same supportingmaterials as presented to the chairperson. If, afterdiscussion with the chairperson, the dean decides that thestudent has a case that merits investigation, the dean mayappoint an ad hoc committee of the same composition tothat described above to investigate the student’s case.

5. The committee reviews the case, interviews the studentand the instructor separately, and reaches a judgment bymajority vote. The judgment is communicated to thechairperson or the dean who, in turn, reports it to theaffected parties.

6. If the committee recommends a change in grade, theinstructor may initiate a change, or the committee’srecommendation is forwarded to the appropriate dean orVice President for Academic Affairs for their consideration.

In such cases, the Vice President for Academic Affairs maymodify the grade if the committee so recommends.

7. At any time during this process prior to when a finaldecision is made, the student may withdraw his/her appeal,or the instructor may initiate a grade change consistent with the student’s appeal. Either of these actions ends theappeal process.

A student or former student must initiate the appeal process within one semester after final grades are posted.

Plagiarism

To plagiarize is “to steal and pass off as one’s own theideas or words of another” (Webster’s Seventh NewCollegiate Dictionary). Examples of plagiarism includepresenting the ideas of another in one’s own words withoutcrediting the source, copying sentences, paragraphs, orpages from a source without explicit reference to the pagesfrom which the words were taken, and, of course,presenting another’s entire work as one’s own. If a studentis not certain whether a particular practice may beconsidered plagiaristic, it is his/her responsibility to consultthe instructor for whom he/she is writing the paper,exercise, or examination. SUNY Fredonia stronglycondemns plagiarism and takes severe action against those who plagiarize. For procedures and a copy of theuniversity’s policy on Academic Integrity, see page 236.

Quality Point Average

The quality point system is used to indicate a student’soverall academic average.

Each course grade of:

A carries 4.0 quality points per semester hour

A- carries 3.7 quality points per semester hour

B+ carries 3.3 quality points per semester hour

B carries 3.0 quality points per semester hour

B- carries 2.7 quality points per semester hour

C+ carries 2.3 quality points per semester hour

C carries 2.0 quality points per semester hour

C- carries 1.7 quality points per semester hour

D+ carries 1.3 quality points per semester hour

D carries 1.0 quality points per semester hour

D- carries 0.7 quality points per semester hour

Course grades of F, P, S, X, and U carry no quality points.

The quality point average for a semester is determined bydividing the total quality points earned by the number ofhours carried that semester; the cumulative quality pointaverage, by dividing the total quality points accumulated tothis point in the student’s university career by the totalnumber of hours carried, including courses failed.

Hours earned for courses with P, X, and S grades are notincluded in figuring the semester or cumulative average;hours failed (grade of F and U) are.

Students should consult each individual department on itspolicy for calculating quality point average in the major orminor.


Dean’s List

About one month after the end of each semester, theuniversity announces the names of students who arerecorded on the Dean’s List. The list includes all studentswho have earned a quality point average of 3.30 or higherfor that semester with a course load of at least 12 credithours. (Courses with P or S grades are not included in the12 hours.)

Academic Standing and Probation

The term “in good academic standing” means that a student is eligible or has been allowed to register for and undertakeacademic course work for the term in question. Themechanism of academic probation, including anyaccompanying constraints upon a student’s activities, isintended merely as an educational device to encouragegreater effort on the part of students who appear to behaving difficulty in meeting certain academic standards.Placement on academic probation may precede denial ofthe right to register for academic course work if certainconditions are not met, but a student on academicprobation is considered to be in good academic standing.Any question concerning whether or not an individualstudent is in good academic standing will be determined bythe campus committee on academic standards.

The Academic Standings Committee has adopted thefollowing regulations governing academic standing:

1. A student will be placed on probation if the cumulativequality point average falls below a 2.00.

A student on academic probation is required to meet with aprobation advisor (generally the chairperson of thestudent’s major department) a minimum of three timesduring the probationary semester.

2. Probationary status is determined in accordance with theabove standards and is not dependent upon officialnotification.

3. “Good academic standing” is defined as maintaining acumulative quality point average at or above theappropriate level in (1) above or being on probationarystatus. Students should also refer to the financial aidsection (page 209) on academic standing and itsrelationship to financial aid eligibility.

4. A student normally will be required to withdraw if at theend of a semester of probation the cumulative quality pointaverage is still below the level stated above.

5. Students whose record of achievement becomesacademically irreparable may be dismissed without asemester of probation.

At the close of each semester the Academic StandingsCommittee reviews the record of each student whosecumulative quality point average places him/her within therange of Academic Dismissal or Probation. The AcademicStandings Committee is comprised of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (or designee), the academic deans, theVice President for Student Affairs (or designee), theDirector of Academic Advising, and the Registrar. Thechairpersons and directors of those departments andspecial programs whose students are being consideredassist in this review. A student may appeal the decision ofthe Academic Standings Committee to the academic dean.

Leave of Absence Policy and Continuing Enrollment

A leave of absence may be obtained for the followingreasons: medical, military service, or jury duty. A studentmust have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point averageand at least a 2.0 average in his/her major.

A leave of absence form can be obtained from the Office ofStudent Affairs, sixth floor, Maytum Hall. Approval of aleave must be made by the appropriate departmentchairperson and the Office of Student Affairs.

Ordinarily, a leave is for one semester or one academicyear. Students wishing to return after a leave of absencemust contact the Registrar’s office at least one monthbefore the beginning of the semester in which they wish toenroll. Students wishing to course select should consult theRegistrar’s office for registration dates.

A student who voluntarily terminates enrollment from theuniversity may return to the university throughreinstatement or readmission. Reinstatement requires thata student have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade pointaverage at the time he/she left school. Readmission is forstudents who have below a 2.0. Applications forreinstatement and readmission can be obtained from theOffice of Student Affairs.

Withdrawal and Honorable Dismissal

A student who finds it necessary to leave the universitybefore the end of a semester must withdraw officiallythrough the Office of Student Affairs. Students maywithdraw for any reason up to the period of three weeksprior to the end of the semester. STUDENTS WILL BEPERMITTED TO WITHDRAW DURING THE FINAL THREE WEEKS OF THE SEMESTER ONLY DUE TO ILLNESS OR OTHER COGENT REASONS AS DETERMINED BY THEOFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS. Failure to follow therequired procedure may prejudice the right to an honorabledismissal and to any refunds. Those enrolled in any federalprogram of veterans benefits must also notify the VeteransAffairs Office (Nixon Hall) of their withdrawal.

A student withdrawing during a term may be eligible forcertain refunds as described on page 200.

Academic Bankruptcy

Prior to graduation, an undergraduate student may petitionthe Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs for one semester of “academic bankruptcy.” The student must have a minimum quality point average of 2.00 at the time thepetition is filed and must have accumulated at least onesemester after the semester for which academic bankruptcy is sought. If the petition to bankrupt a semester is granted,the student’s grades for the chosen semester will beconverted to “Y” for grades of D- or better, and to “Z” for Fgrades. This policy may be applied only to one semester ofwork completed at the university. Academic bankruptcy isintended to assist the student who normally maintainsadequate academic standards and whose grades havesuffered for one semester due to unusual or unfortunatecircumstances. Although the Y grade does not carry anyquality points, the credit hours for courses receiving Ygrades will count toward the total needed for graduationand may apply toward the totals needed for therequirements for the major, minor or concentration. The


student is advised to consult with the appropriatedepartment before requesting this option.

Readmission and Reinstatement

Students who have withdrawn from the university and wishto return may obtain an application for Readmission/Reinstatement from the Office of Student Affairs.Applications are reviewed by the appropriate academicdean, department chairperson, and the Vice President forStudent Affairs or designee. Students who return to theuniversity after an absence of one calendar year or less,and who left the university in good academic standing(defined by a GPA of 2.00 or higher, and not on academicprobation) are eligible to be reinstated. A student who hasbeen reinstated will keep the major(s), minor(s), and/orconcentration he or she had at the time of separation fromthe university. However, such students may be given aone-semester probationary status within the major program, if the major requires a higher level of academicachievement to be considered "in good standing."

Students who have left the university either on probation orbecause of Academic Dismissal, or who have been absentfrom the university for more than one calendar year, willneed to apply for readmission. The student's application forreadmission will be reviewed by the appropriate dean andthe department chairperson or program director of themajor into which the student seeks readmission.

Students with a cumulative quality point average of lessthan 2.00 who have been readmitted to the university mayrequest to be reinstated with their original cumulativeacademic record or with a readmission petition.

Under the readmission petition, a new quality point average is established from the time of readmission to graduation.The total academic record achieved from the time of initialenrollment at SUNY Fredonia will be entered on thetranscript, but no credit will be awarded for “D” gradesearned prior to readmission. The cumulative quality pointaverage will reflect only the average since readmission, and a minimum number of additional credit hours of gradedwork must be completed at SUNY Fredonia prior tograduation and after readmission.


Programs HEGIS Code DegreeAccounting 0502 B.S.Acting 1007 B.F.A.Biochemistry 0414 B.S.Biology 0401 B.S.Business Administration 0506 B.S.Business Admin.: Mgmt. Info. Systems

0506 B.S.

Business Admin.: Finance 0506 B.S.Business Admin.: Management 0506 B.S.Business Admin.: Marketing 0506 B.S.Cooperative M.B.A. 0506Chemistry 1905 B.S.Childhood Education 1-6 7-9 Extension 0802 B.S.Ed.Communication 0601 B.S.Communication: Audio/Radio Production

0603 B.S.

Communication: Communication Studies

0601 B.S.

Communication: Media Management

0699 B.S.

Communication: Public Relations

0604 B.S.

Communication: 0605 B.S. TV/Digital Film ProductionCommunication Disorders and Sciences

1220 B.A.

Computer Science 0701 B.S.Computer Information Systems 0702 B.S.Computer Sound Production 1099 B.F.A.Cooperative AgricultureCooperative EngineeringCooperative Special Educ. 0808Criminal Justice 2105 B.A.Early Childhood Education Birth-2 0823 B.S.Ed.Earth Science 1917 B.A.Economics 2204 B.A.English 1501 B.A.French 1102 B.A.Geochemistry 1915 B.S.Geology 1914 B.S.Geophysics 1916 B.S.Health Services Admin. 1202 B.S.History 2205 B.A.Industrial Management 0599 B.S.Interdisciplinary Studies: 4901 B.A. 4901 B.S.Mathematics 1701 B.S.Mathematics-Physics 1799 B.S.Media Arts: 1099 B.A.

1099 B.F.A.1099 B.S.

Medical Technology 1223 B.S.Middle Childhood Specialist- Mathematics 0804 B.S.

Programs HEGIS Code DegreeMolecular Genetics 0499 B.S.Music-Applied 1004 B.A.Music: Mus.B. Composition 1004 Performance 1004Music Education 0832 Mus.B.Music History and Literature 1006 B.A.Music Theory 1004.10 B.A.Music Therapy 1099 B.S.Musical Theatre 1004 B.F.A.Philosophy 1509 B.A.Physics 1902 B.S.Political Science 2207 B.A.Production Design 1007 B.F.A.Psychology 2001 B.A.Social Work 2104 B.S.Sociology 2208 B.A.Sound Recording Technology 1099 B.S.Spanish 1105 B.A.Speech and Language Disabilities

0815 B.S.Ed.

Teacher Certification Areas in Adolescence Education: Biology 0401.01 B.S. Chemistry 1905.01 B.S. Earth Science 1917.01 B.S. English 1501.01 B.A. French 1102.01 B.A. Mathematics 1701.01 B.S. Middle Childhood 5-9 0804.03 B.S. Physics 1902.01 B.S. Social Studies 2201.01 B.A. Spanish 1105.01 B.A.Theatre Arts: 1007 B.A. Acting 1007 B.F.A. Production Design 1007 B.F.A.Visual Arts 1002 B.A.Visual Arts and New Media 1002 B.A.Visual Arts and New Media: Animation and Illustration 1009 B.F.A. Ceramics 1009 B.F.A. Drawing and Painting 1002 B.F.A. Graphic Design 1009 B.F.A. Media Arts 1099 B.F.A. Photography 1011 B.F.A. Sculpture 1002 B.F.A.Visual Arts: Art History 1003 B.A.Visual Arts: Ceramics 1009 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Drawing 1002 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Graphic Design 1009 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Illustration 1009 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Painting 1002 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Photography 1011 B.A./B.F.A.Visual Arts: Sculpture 1002 B.A./B.F.A.

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Registered Degree Programs

Listed on the following chart are SUNY Fredonia's registered degree programs, consistent with the inventory of registered degree andcertificate programs maintained by the New York State Education Department. The chart contains the official approved program title,degree and HEGIS code number. Enrollment in other than registered or otherwise approved programs may jeopardize a student's eligibility for certain student aid awards.

Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have met all degree requirements, including general educationrequirements and requirements for majors, minors andconcentrations.

Graduation from the university with the award of theappropriate degree (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of Fine Arts, orBachelor of Music) will be granted to students who fulfill thefollowing requirements.

1. They must earn a minimum of 120 unduplicated credithours.

2. They must complete all required courses in a particularmajor program, the general education requirements of theCollege Core Curriculum, and sufficient elective credits tomake up the total required credit hours, with a minimumcumulative quality point average of 2.00. The student mustalso have a minimum cumulative quality point average of2.00 in courses required for his/her major, minor, andconcentration. Students should see department sections for any variation from this requirement.

3. Except for certain programs, students pursuing the B.A.degree must earn a minimum of 75 hours in credits fromdisciplines other than their major discipline. For the B.S.degree, the minimum is 66 hours. For either the B.A. orB.S., students in multi-discipline major programs may notapply more than 45 hours in any one discipline towardcredits needed for graduation.

4. All students must take a minimum of 45 semester hoursat SUNY Fredonia. In order to count towards thisrequirement, a course must be taught by a SUNY Fredoniafaculty member. This shall include courses taught by SUNYFredonia faculty via distance education (e.g., SUNYLearning Network) and up to 15 credits earned throughstudy abroad under the INED subject code.

5. Under ordinary circumstances, students will have 10consecutive years during which to complete therequirements for the undergraduate degrees in effect at thetime they began their studies. If they wish to complete thedegree after 10 years, their record of studies will bereviewed by the chairperson of the academic department inwhich their major falls, and by their academic dean, todetermine how much of their earlier credit is still applicable.This rule applies not only to credit earned at SUNYFredonia, but also to credit transferred to Fredonia fromother colleges or universities. In addition, after 10 years,students will generally be required to complete the currentCollege Core Curriculum requirements. The CCC Directorwill review the student’s record of studies to determine howmuch of his/her earlier general education credit is stillapplicable.

This policy notwithstanding, to the extent that certifyingagencies change the requirements for a particular degreewithin the student’s original 10-year period or later, students will be bound by the new requirements of the agency.

6. Candidates in a program leading to certification to teachin New York State must satisfactorily complete all studentteaching requirements. No grade less than S gives credit instudent teaching.

7. Music students must meet certain accompanying andperformance standards, and secondary instrumentcompetencies. Details on these requirements may besecured from the School of Music.

8. Students must meet all their financial obligations to theuniversity and any or all of its supporting agencies.

9. A student who expects to graduate at a given date mustmake application through the Registrar’s office, not laterthan the third full week of classes of the final semester ofattendance.

Notes:

Only 4 credit hours of physical education activities courses(100-level courses) may count toward the total number ofcredit hours needed for graduation.

Not more than 6 credit hours of arts ensemble courses(e.g., MUS 021-047, DANC 110) may be counted towardthe total number of credit hours needed for graduation,unless this rule is overridden by a requirement/limitstipulated by the student's major.

A maximum of 24 credit hours of internship credit maycount toward the number of credit hours needed forgraduation.

Credit for a course may not be counted more than once,unless the course has been designated by the departmentas an exception to this rule.

Requirements for a Second Baccalaureate Degree

1. SUNY Fredonia students wishing to earn two degreesconcurrently must complete a minimum of 150 semesterhours and complete the requirements for the two degreesduring the semester in which they have applied forgraduation. The two degrees may not be of the same typeas registered by the New York State Education Department. For example: a B.A. and a B.S. would be appropriate, buttwo B.A. degrees would not, as the latter can beaccomplished in the declaration of a second major.

2. SUNY Fredonia graduates seeking an additionalbachelor’s degree must take a minimum of 30 semesterhours at the university and must successfully complete therequirements of their additional major or program.

3. New students seeking an additional bachelor’s degreemust take a minimum of 45 semester hours at SUNYFredonia and must successfully complete the requirementsof their additional major or program.

4. A minimum of 15 credit hours must be successfullycompleted in the discipline of the second degree program.Of these 15 credit hours, no more than 3 credit hours maybe taken as an independent study or internship. Thedepartment chairperson of the proposed degree programwill prepare a written contract outlining the requiredcourses, prior to admission to the program.

5. The student must have a minimum cumulative qualitypoint average of 2.00 in all courses required for the seconddegree and in courses required for the second major orprogram. See the department sections for any variationfrom this requirement.

6. Students must meet all their financial obligations to theuniversity and any or all of its supporting agencies.


7. A student who expects to graduate at a given date mustmake application through the Registrar’s office, not laterthan the third full week of classes of the final semester ofattendance.

Graduation With Honors

Students whose cumulative quality point average indicateshigh scholastic attainment will be awarded the degree asfollows:

1. Summa Cum Laude - Quality Point Average 3.7 orhigher.

2. Magna Cum Laude - Quality Point Average between 3.50 and 3.69.

3. Cum Laude - Quality Point Average between 3.30 and3.49.

Students may graduate with honors only when they havecompleted at least 45 hours of graded work at SUNYFredonia. Graded work includes all courses which carryquality points and excludes courses which are graded“satisfactory-unsatisfactory” or “pass-fail.”

Only those credits earned at SUNY Fredonia will becomputed in the final average.

Transcripts of Record

Upon written request from the student, the Registrar willprovide an official transcript. Students are urged to requesttranscripts well before the date they are needed. (Forinformation on changes to transcripts, see Student Appealsof Grades, page 222.)

Name Changes

A student whose name is changed should report thechange in writing to the Registrar.

Observance of Regulations and Standards

All students are expected to observe the regulations andstandards governing student life, both in and out of theclassroom. Failure to do so may be considered grounds forsuspension or dismissal. Each student should read withcare the full statement on Student Rights andResponsibilities beginning on this page.

Liability

The university is not responsible for loss or damage topersonal property by fire, theft, or any other cause onuniversity property or in any off-campus housing facility.

Student Retention

It is important to recognize that students withdraw from theuniversity for various reasons; academic, medical, personal, social and financial problems are among those reasons.Completion of degree requirements in more than four yearsdoes not necessarily mean continuous enrollment duringthis interval, but rather reflects the time span measuredfrom the student’s initial entering date to graduation and,where appropriate, includes interruptions in attendance.SUNY Fredonia has undertaken retention studies todetermine entering freshmen cohort return and graduationrates. At the end of the first year, 84 percent of thefreshmen remained enrolled for the second year. Most

recent data reflect the proportion of freshmen completingtheir baccalaureate degree at SUNY Fredonia to be 46percent within four years, 61 percent within five years, and64 percent within six years from initial date of entrance.

Approximately 33 percent of transfer students entering theuniversity at the upper division level (junior year) completed their bachelor’s degree requirements on time, within twoyears after entering.

These percentages are accurate as of publication date. Detailed outcomes are available from the Office of Institutional Researchand Planning, Room 203, Maytum Hall.

Program Registration

SUNY Fredonia’s baccalaureate and graduate programsare registered by the New York State EducationDepartment. For information, contact the New York StateEducation Department, Office of Higher Education and theProfessions, Cultural Education Center, Room 5B28,Albany, NY 12230, or call (518) 474-5851.

STUDENT RIGHTS ANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Regulations Governing Student Conduct andCommunity Standards of Behavior

Pursuant to the Resolution of the Board of Trustees of theState University of New York, dated May 11, 1967, andSection 356 of the State Education Law, and afterconsultation with the President, representatives of thefaculty, and students, the Council of the State University ofNew York at Fredonia established and promulgates thefollowing regulations covering the conduct and behavior ofstudents. The following rules and regulations wereamended in December 2004 and were agreed upon by thePresident of the University, the College Council, theStudent Affairs Committee, and the University Senate.

Attendance at this university is a privilege afforded thestudent by the State of New York and not a legal right. Thedetermination of a student’s fitness to be admitted to theuniversity and to continue as a student has been entrustedby the Board of Trustees of the State University to thePresident and his/her staff. The term student or studentsinclude all persons taking or auditing classes at SUNYFredonia, both full-time and part-time, pursuingundergraduate, graduate, or professional studies;matriculated in any university program. Persons who arenot officially enrolled for a particular term, but who have acontinuing student relationship with the university areconsidered "students."

General Policy

Students seeking knowledge and understanding also needfreedom to inquire, to exchange ideas through discussion,publication and public presentations. These opportunitiesare basic to education in and for a democratic society. Toinsure these freedoms the university requires a communityfree from violence, threats, and intimidation; protective offree inquiry; respectful of the rights of others; open tochange; supportive of democratic and lawful procedures;

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and dedicated to the rational and orderly approach to theresolution of human problems. In exercising freedoms andin discharging the rights and obligations of citizenship,students must also recognize their responsibilities to otherindividuals, to the university, to the state and the nation,and to society in general. Orderly and dignified expressionand conduct are expected.

In protection of these freedoms the university mustestablish certain standards of personal and group conduct.The university may apply sanctions or take otherappropriate action when the conduct of individuals orgroups on or off campus directly or significantly interfereswith the freedom to teach and learn, the safety and healthof persons in the community, the maintenance or protection of property, the provision of living accommodations andother services, and the sponsoring of non-classroomactivities such as lectures, concerts, athletic events, andsocial functions.

Counseling, guidance, and rehabilitation are the preferredmeans for resolving behavior problems. Althoughdisciplinary proceedings play a secondary role in resolvingsuch problems, violation of the Standards of Behavior listed below may result in privilege restriction, suspension, ordismissal.

In the legitimate interest of the university in protectingproperty and the safety and welfare of specific individuals or the general public, the University President or his/herdesignee may temporarily suspend an individual, change astudent's residence hall location or remove a student fromthe residence halls pending a decision by the Coordinatorof Judicial Affairs, the judicial board or the administrativeboard.

Statement of JurisdictionThe Standards of Behavior and University Policies apply toall undergraduate students, graduate students, and studentorganizations of SUNY Fredonia. The Standards ofBehavior primarily prohibits misconduct on Fredoniaproperty, but may address off-campus conduct when thebehavior or the continued presence of the individual, in theuniversity’s sole judgment, impairs, obstructs, or interfereswith the mission, processes, or functions of SUNYFredonia. Students should be aware that SUNY Fredoniareserves the right to review and take disciplinary actionsbased on conduct occurring off campus and/or betweenacademic periods.

A student's action may violate civil or criminal laws as wellas being deemed a violation of the University Standards ofBehavior or University Policies. In such situations, thatstudent may be held accountable by both civil authoritiesand face university sanction. The university may at its solediscretion, elect to pursue disciplinary action against astudent even if criminal charges involving the same incident are pending, have been dismissed, or were reduced.

Students that elect to Study Abroad through theInternational Education Center will assume dual status as aSUNY Fredonia student and as a student of the hostinstitution. SUNY Fredonia's Rights and Responsibilities are applicable while the student is studying abroad.

Students who witness serious violations of SUNY Fredoniapolicy, procedures, or Rights and Responsibilities that are

potentially harmful to the safety and well-being of otherstudents may be charged with a violation or violations ifthey fail to remove themselves from such situations and/orreport the incident to proper authorities.

Specific Standards of Behavior (Code of Conduct)

Listed below are the Specific Standards of Behavior (Codeof Conduct). The Code of Conduct is broken into foursections: Personal Identification and Representation;Interference with the Health, Safety, or Rights of OtherPersons; Care of University or Personal Property; andDemonstration of Other Groups or Individual Action.

Alleged violation of any of the following may result incharges being filed against a student or organization.

1. Personal Identification and Representation

Failure to act in accordance with these standards must betreated as a major failure to accept responsibility as astudent and make one subject to separation from thecommunity. Prohibited are:

(a) Furnishing false or incomplete information to universityoffices, officials, or judicial boards.

(b) Failing to appear before a university official or judicialboard when directed to appear.

(c) Making, forging, printing, reproducing, copying, oraltering any record, document, writing, or identification used or maintained by the university that results in injury,defrauding, or misrepresentation.

(d) Refusing to identify one’s self when directed by anauthorized university official. Students are expected to carry their FREDCard at all times.

(e) Transferring one’s own FREDCard to another for thepurpose of that other individual obtaining university services or privileges.

(f) Attempting to obtain or obtaining a university privilege orservice to which the student is not entitled.

(g) Providing erroneous information concerning a change in status concerning financial refunds or financialindependence from parents or legal guardian.

2. Interference with the Health, Safety, or Rights ofOther Persons

All members of the university community share theresponsibility for protecting and maintaining communityhealth, safety, and the rights of other persons. Students are required to obey the statutes and laws of the nation and the state, as well as the ordinances and laws of the village ofFredonia, city of Dunkirk, and the towns of Pomfret andDunkirk. Conviction of a violation of such laws, statutes, orordinances may be grounds for suspension or dismissal.The following conduct is prohibited:

(a) Failing to comply with directions of university or townofficials (this includes, but is not limited to, faculty, staff,Residence Hall Director, Resident Assistant, security, safety or fire officials carrying out properly assignedresponsibilities).

(b) Failing to comply with the final decision of a judicialboard or administrative action.


(c) Misusing safety equipment including but not limited totampering with fire equipment, fire alarms, exit lights,refusal to obey a fire alarm, initiating a false fire alarm,submitting a bomb threat, activating emergency phones,sprinkler systems, or propping doors open.

(d) 1) Fighting and threats to, physical abuse of, orharassment and any other action which threatens to ordoes endanger the health, safety, or welfare of a fellowstudent and/or member of the university community.

2) Engages or threatens to engage in behaviorwhich poses imminent danger of causing substantial harmto self or others.

3) Obstructing or disrupting teaching, administrativeor public service functions of the university.

4) Obstructing or disrupting disciplinary proceedingsor authorized university activities.

(e) 1) Engaging in any action or situation which endangers the mental or physical health of a member of the university or local community.

2) Creating a situation that results in harassment of amember of the university or local community.

3) Engaging in any form of hazing, which endangersthe mental or physical health or involves the forcedconsumption of alcohol or drugs for the purpose ofinitiation or affiliation with any organization. This is moreparticularly described in the University Policy on Hazing.

(f) Participation in any form of non-consensual sexual intimacy and unwanted physical sexual conduct. This ismore particularly described in the University Policy onSexual Assault.

(g) Possessing firearms, explosives (including firecrackers), weapons, bb guns, knives (4 inches or longer orswitchblade), paintball guns, potato guns, or blow guns.

(h) Illegally using, possessing, selling, or distributing narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens,marijuana or its derivatives, or drug paraphernalia. This ismore particularly described in the University Policy onDrugs and Alcohol.

(i) Illegally using alcohol, possessing alcohol, selling ordistributing alcohol; distributing alcohol to minors. This ismore particularly described in the University Policy onDrugs and Alcohol.

(j) Use of speakers or other sound amplifying equipmentwithout clearance as to time and place from the Office ofStudent Affairs.

(k) (1) Posting of posters, handbills, or notices without permission of the appropriate university official. The Office of Campus Life must approve all postings.

(2) Solicitation or vending or any kind is not permitted on campus or in residence halls, unless permission is given by the Office of Residence Life or the Office of Campus Life.

(l) Smoking in non-smoking areas so designated by theUniversity President or his/her designee.

(m) Ignoring reasonable standards of appropriate behavior.

(n) Engaging in cheating, plagiarism, or collusion on anyexamination or on assigned work. This is more particularlydescribed in the University Policy on Academic Integrity.

(o) Refusing to accept financial obligations incurred as astudent enrolled at the university. (The university isempowered to refuse to register, graduate, or releaserecords of any student who is delinquent in his/herobligations to the university.)

(p) Viewing, possessing, or distributing child pornography.

(q) Counterfeiting or violating copyright laws.

(r) Illegal or inappropriate use of SUNY Fredonia's networkor computers. This is more particularly described in theComputer and Network Usage Policy.

(s) Engaging in unlawful gambling activities under conditions that are contrary to the provisions of state law orany applicable university policy.

3. Care of University and Personal Property

Maintaining and preserving university grounds, academicbuildings, and other associated structures is an obligation of all members of the university community. Similarly,maintaining and preserving personal property is also anobligation. Prohibited are:

(a) 1) Theft, unauthorized possession of, property belonging to the university, a member of the university community, a campus guest, or community member.

2) Vandalism, destruction of, damage to, or inappropriate use of property belonging to the university, a member of the university community, a campus guest, or community member.

(b) Destruction, mutilation, and defacement of or tamperingwith books, magazines, library materials or equipment, orcomputer services or equipment.

(c) Unauthorized occupancy of or trespassing on universityproperty or facilities.

4. Demonstration of Other Groups or Individual Action

The campus must be open to a free exchange of ideas andindividuals and groups have protected Constitutional rights;therefore, all members of the community are expected toconduct dialogues with mutual respect and courtesy.Prohibited are:

(a) Denying to other students, officials, employees, orinvited guests of the university lawful freedom of movementon the campus, lawful use of the property or facilities of theuniversity, or the right of lawful entrance to and exit fromany of the university’s facilities.

(b) Impeding the staff or faculty of the university in theperformance of their duties, or impeding any student of theuniversity in the pursuit of his or her legitimate educationalor social activities, through the use of restraint, coercion, orintimidation, or when force and violence are presented orthreatened.

(c) Engaging in any intentional overt activity resulting in theobstruction to, disruption of, or interference with any of the


legitimate missions, processes, procedures, or functions ofthe university.

(d) Refusing to vacate a building, street, sidewalk,driveway, or other facility of the university when directed todo so by an authorized official.

(e) Making unnecessary noise or causing noise to be madewith objects and instruments, which disturb universityfunctions or community living.

University PoliciesListed below are policies the university has adopted toensure the health, safety and well-being of the university community.

Bias Crimes PreventionIt is a State University of New York at Fredonia policymandate to protect all members of the Fredonia communityby preventing and prosecuting bias or hate crimes thatoccur within the campus' jurisdiction.

Hate crimes, also called bias crimes or bias-related crimes,are criminal activity motivated by the perpetrator's bias orattitude against an individual victim or group based onperceived or actual personal characteristics, such as theirage, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ordisability. Hate/bias crimes have received renewedattention in recent years, particularly since the passage ofthe Federal Hate/Bias Crime Reporting Act of 1990 and theNew York State Hate Crimes Act of 2000 (Penal Law Article 485). Copies of the New York law are available from theOffice of University Police.

Penalities for bias-related crimes are very serious andrange from fines to imprisonment for lengthy periods,depending on the nature of the underlying criminal offense,the use of violence or previous convictions of the offender.Perpetrators who are students will also be subject tocampus disciplinary procedures where sanctions includingdismissal are possible.

In addition to preventing and prosecuting hate/bias crimes,State University of New York at Fredonia Police also assistin addressing bias-related activities that do not rise to thelevel of a crime. These activities, referred to as biasincidents and defined by the university as acts of bigotry,harassment or intimidation directed at a member or groupwithin the Fredonia community based on national origin,ethnicity, race, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation,disability, veteran status, color, creed or marital status, may be addressed through the State University's DiscriminationComplaint Procedure or the campus conduct code. Biasincidents can be reported to University Police as well as tothe Office of Student Affairs.

Anyone who is a victim of, or witness to, a hate/bias crimeon campus should report it to the University Police bycalling 911 in an emergency, using a Blue Light or othercampus emergency telephone, calling 673-3333, orstopping by the University Police Office located on thesecond floor in Gregory Hall. University Police willinvestigate and follow the appropriate adjudicationprocedures.

Victims of bias crime or bias incidents are urged to contactthe following offices for assistance:

University Police 673-3333

Office of Student Affairs 673-3271

Affirmative Action 673-3358

Counseling Center 673-3424

Multicultural Affairs 673-3398

For general information on Fredonia security procedures,see the University Police website athttp://www.fredonia.edu/UPD/upd.htm or call 673-3333.

More information about bias-related and bias crimes,including up-to-date statistics on bias crimes, is availablefrom the Chief of University Police at 673-3333 or the University Police website athttp://www.fredonia.edu/UPD/upd.htm.

Crime StatisticsA copy of the State University of New York at Fredoniacampus crime statistics as reported annually to the U.S.Department of Education will be provided upon request bythe Personal Safety and Campus Security Committee.Persons should direct all such requests to the Office ofUniversity Police at (716) 673-3333. Information can alsobe obtained from the U.S. Department of Education website at http://ope.ed.gov/security/ and the State University ofNew York at Fredonia University Police website at:http://www.fredonia.edu/upd/campussafety.htm.

Personal Safety and Campus Security Committee Pursuant to the N.Y.S. Education Law Article 129-A, section 6431, the Personal Safety and Campus Security Committee reviews current campus security policies and proceduresand makes recommendations for their improvement. Thecommittee specifically reviews current policies for:

(a) Educating the campus community, including securitypersonnel and those persons who advise or supervisestudents, about sexual assault.

(b) Educating the campus community about personal safety and crime prevention.

(c) Reporting sexual assaults and dealing with victimsduring investigations.

(d) Referring complaints to appropriate authorities.

(e) Counseling victims.

(f) Responding to inquiries from persons concerned aboutcampus safety.

The committee consists of a minimum of six members, atleast half of whom shall be female. The committee consistsof two students appointed by the Student Association, twofaculty members appointed by the University Senate, andtwo individuals appointed by the University President.

The committee reports, in writing, to the UniversityPresident or chief administrative officer on its findings andrecommendations at least once each academic year, andsuch reports shall be available upon request.

For more information regarding the Personal Safety andCampus Security Committee, persons should contact theChief of University Police at 673-3333 or the Office ofStudent Affairs at 673-3271.


Permanent Transcript Notation (Hazing or OtherSerious Violations)Students that are found responsible and suspended orexpelled for serious violations of the Students Rights andResponsibilities will receive a permanent notation on his/her academic transcript. This includes but is not restricted tosexual assault, hazing, and conduct which leads to thedeath or serious physical injury to another person.

Students found responsible for such violations shall notreceive credit for the semester in which they are suspended or expelled. Also, the student will remain liable for all tuitionand fees for that semester.

Investigation of Violent Felony Offenses/MissingStudentsChapter 22 of the Laws of 1999 of the State of New Yorkestablishes certain requirements for investigation of violentfelonies and reporting of missing students oncollege/university campuses in New York State.

(a) "Missing Student" means any student of the universitysubject to the provisions of Section 355(17) of the NewYork State Education Law, who resides in a facility ownedor operated by the university and who is reported to theuniversity as missing from his or her residence.

(b) "Violent Felony Offense" means a violent felony offenseas defined in Section 70.02(1) of the Penal Law of the State of New York.

Response and Investigation:

(a) Missing Student: When a report of a missing student isreceived by the university or the municipal policedepartment, the receiving department will conduct apreliminary investigation in order to verify the complaint and to determine the circumstances which exist relating to thereported missing student. If the student's absence isverified, the incident will be reported and shared betweendepartments. Both departments will continue theinvestigation to locate the missing student. If, after furtherinvestigation, the missing student is not located, bothdepartments will determine the most efficient manner ofcontinuing the investigation. In any event, informationrelating to any report of a missing student shall be sharedby both parties no later than twelve (12) hours from the time of the initial report. If the missing student is located orreturns to the university at any time after the matter hasbeen reported, each party shall notify the otherimmediately.

(b) Violent Felony Offenses: When any report of anon-campus violent felony offense is received by theuniversity or when a report of a violent offense involving auniversity student is received by the municipal policedepartment, the recipient shall notify the other policedepartment as soon as possible. The police departmentswill carry out appropriate investigative procedures, willdetermine the most efficient manner of continuing theinvestigation and shall provide mutual assistance whenrequested.

Policy on Hazing and Initiation or Affiliation with anyOrganizationThe purpose of this policy is to specifically clarify thosebehaviors and activities which constitute violations ofuniversity regulations and New York State laws pertaining

to hazing, and to provide guidance to student organizationsin designing new member programs and activities, whichserve to protect the human dignity and safety of all personswhich will be permitted. This policy applies to all membersof a student organization including alumni members. Noorganization may engage in any form of hazing. A studentfound responsible for hazing may receive a PermanentTranscript Notation on his or her transcript. This is moreparticularly described in the Permanent Transcript NotationPolicy.

Hazing is defined as engaging in any action or creating asituation intentionally or unintentionally designed to produce mental or physical discomfort, harassment, or excessiveridicule in the course of another person’s initiation into oraffiliation with any organization. Such activities andsituations may constitute hazing but are not limited to thefollowing:

(1) Disfiguration to include branding or self-mutilation

(2) Paddling in any form

(3) Creation of excessive fatigue

(4) Physical and psychological shocks

(5) Activities such as quests, treasure hunts, drinkinggames, scavenger hunts, road trips, etc. which areconducted in an illegal, demeaning, or dangerous manner

(6) Public wearing of apparel which is conspicuous and notnormally in good taste

(7) Engaging in public stunts and buffoonery

(8) Morally degrading or humiliating games and activities

(9) Any activities which interfere with class attendance,class preparation or scholastic activities or activities whichare disruptive to any university department or office orclassroom

(10) Verbal abuse which leads to public embarrassment orhumiliation

(11) Implication that an act of hazing could be pre-initiatory

(12) Any other activities that are not consistent withfraternal law, ritual or policy, or the policies and regulationsof SUNY Fredonia.

SUNY Fredonia reserves the right to revoke recognition ofany student organization or club that is found to haveviolated these rules. Appropriate review of allegedviolations may include review by the Vice President forStudent Affairs and the Coordinator of Judicial Affairs.Member organizations of Inter-Greek Council andPanhellenic Council may also be reviewed by theirrespective Judicial Boards. Revocation of recognition maynot preclude the imposition of the University Judicial Board;but when considered by the Vice President for StudentAffairs to be serious in nature, could result in immediatesuspension of organizational recognition until such time asthe allegations have been appropriately adjudicated.

Policy on Sexual AssaultThe Fredonia campus will not tolerate sexual assault in anyform, including acquaintance rape. Where there isreasonable cause to believe that the university regulationsprohibiting sexual assault have been violated, the campus


will pursue strong disciplinary action through its ownchannels. This discipline includes the possibility ofsuspension or dismissal from the university.

A student charged with sexual assault can be prosecutedunder New York State criminal statutes and disciplinedunder the campus code of student conduct. Even if thecriminal justice authorities choose not to prosecute, thecampus can pursue disciplinary action. A student may becharged under Section 2(f) of the Standards of Behavior.

In addressing cases of sexual assault SUNY Fredoniaworks to ensure fairness and to provide support for allpersons involved, especially the victims. Students who have questions about the procedures and protections provided in these cases are encouraged to contact the Office ofStudent Affairs and/or University Police. Students are alsoencouraged to take advantage of the Counseling Centerand Health Center for further assistance.

SUNY Fredonia recognizes the following definition ofconsent: voluntary, non-coerced and clear communicationindicating a willingness to engage in a particular act.Consent is defined in the following manner; consent or lackof consent may be expressed or implied. Acquiescencedoes not necessarily constitute consent, further consentcannot be construed if: (1) It is given by a person who islegally incompetent to authorize the conduct charged toconstitute the offense and such incompetence is manifestor known to the actor; or (2) It is given by a person who byreason of youth, mental disease or defect, or intoxication, is manifestly unable or known to the actor to be unable tomake a reasonable judgment as to the nature orharmfulness of the conduct charged to constitute theoffense; or (3) It is induced by force, duress or deception.

Good Samaritan PolicyThe welfare of students is the highest importance to SUNYFredonia. There will be times when individual students, both on and off campus, may be in critical need of assistancefrom medical or other professional personnel. SUNYFredonia expects that these students will seek help and that other students will respond to obtain the help that theirfellow student needs. SUNY Fredonia wants to minimizeany hesitation that students might have in obtaining helpdue to concern that their own behavior might be a violationof university policy.

While policy violations cannot be overlooked, the Office ofJudicial Affairs will take into consideration the positiveimpact of reporting an incident on the welfare of studentswhen determining the appropriate response for policyviolations by the reporter of the incident. Any possiblenegative consequences for the reporter of the problemshould be weighed against the possible negativeconsequences for the student who needs intervention. Atminimum, SUNY Fredonia expects that a student wouldmake a report that would put the student in need in touchwith professional helpers.

Alcohol and Drug PolicyThe inappropriate use of alcohol and drugs can interferewith student development and seriously threaten the healthand safety of the university community. Members of theuniversity community will be held accountable for theirbehavior while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

These alcohol and drug related sanctioning guidelinesfocus on student development and early intervention forminor violations and first offenses and on a moredisciplinary approach for major violations and repeat ormultiple offenses.

DrugsThe following are prohibited:

1. The use, possession, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs,controlled substances, and drug paraphernalia.

Alcohol The following are prohibited:

1. Using or possessing alcohol (persons under 21 years ofage).

2. Distributing or selling alcohol to minors, on or off campus.

3. Misstating or misrepresenting age through thepresentation of false documents.

4. Distributing or selling alcohol without a license

Students and guests who are of legal purchase age or older may possess alcoholic beverages in quantities for personaluse only in their private rooms, subject to all regulationsthat may be established by the Office of Residence Life.

Typical Alcohol/Drug Sanction(s)Listed below are possible sanction(s) for those who violatethe drug and alcohol policy. The sanctions listed may beused alone, or in combination, and additional sanctions notlisted here may also be applied.

First Offense: The first alcohol or drug related offensewould typically result in a Disciplinary Warning and arequirement to complete Alcohol.Edu, a computer-basedalcohol and drug education program, or complete DrugEdu, a reflective essay regarding drug use. The student will becharged a fee to cover the cost of these programs.

Second Offense: The second alcohol or drug relatedviolation would typically result in Disciplinary Probation anda referral to the Fredonia C.A.R.E.S. program, an in-depthalcohol and drug prevention counseling program. Thestudent will be charged a fee to offset some of the cost ofthis counseling program.

Third Offense: The third offense would typically result insome sort of Disciplinary Suspension. The duration of thesuspension would depend on the student’s educational anddisciplinary record.

If any of the above mentioned offenses are deemed minor,the Resident Director or Coordinator of Judicial Affairswould have the option to issue a lesser sanction. If any ofthese offenses are major violations of campus policy, thesanctions may be more severe. Major violations typicallyresult in police involvement, criminal charges,hospitalization of participants, or involve the illegal sale ordistribution of drugs or provision of alcohol to students whoare underage.

AlcoholEDUAlcoholEDU is an online science-based course thatprovides detailed information about alcohol and its effectson the body and mind. Students are required to completethis program as a sanction for a first time violation of


university alcohol policies. A fee will be charged to coverthe cost of the program.

DrugEDUStudents are required to write a 1,000 word reflective essay as a sanction for a first time violation of university drugpolicies. A fee will be charged to cover the cost of theprogram.

Fredonia C.A.R.E.S.The Fredonia C.A.R.E.S. (Commitment to AlcoholResponsibility and Education for Students) Workshop is asix-hour course led by the Alcohol and Substance AbuseCounselor at SUNY Fredonia. This workshop has beendesigned for students who have violated any alcohol/otherdrug-related university regulation or other university policies while under the influence. Additionally, students who wouldbenefit from examining their alcohol/other drug (AOD) useor are interested in AOD education may also participate inthis workshop. A fee will be charged to cover the cost of the program.

Other Types of SanctionsIf a student is found responsible for misconduct on or offcampus, the following sanctions may be imposed singly orin combination. The sanction(s) imposed will becommensurate with the offending conduct, and may takeinto account the student's educational record and anyprevious conduct record.

Verbal Warning – A verbal reprimand which expressesuniversity dissatisfaction with the student’s conduct andwhich clarifies expected behavior in the future. Such awarning is noted in the student’s conduct file.

Disciplinary Warning - A written reprimand which expresses university dissatisfaction with the student’s conduct andwhich clarifies expected behavior in the future.

Disciplinary Probation - Written notification that any furtherviolations within the probationary period shall result in moresevere disciplinary action. The probationary period will befor a specific period of time and/or until the completion ofany specified requirements or conditions that are part of the probation.

Disciplinary Suspension in Abeyance - The studentremains enrolled. However, any violation of conductregulations during the period of suspension in abeyancewill, after determination of guilt, result in a minimumsanction of automatic suspension.

Disciplinary Suspension - A decision that removes thestudent from the university for a specific period of time,usually no more than two years. The suspension might beimmediate or begin after the end of the semester. In eithercase, the student is eligible for consideration forreadmission at the end of the specified period. Studentsthat are suspended will not be eligible for a refund. Thisincludes tuition and the cost of on-campus housing. This ismore particularly described in the Administrative Policy057.1 section 1. (B) 2.

Disciplinary Expulsion - A decision that removes the student permanently from the university. Normally, the penalty shallalso include the student being barred from the premises ofthe university.

Other Sanctions - Other sanctions may include a variety ofrestrictions and educational related activities. These include but are not limited to:

• prohibition from engaging in any extra-curricularactivity

• prohibition from running or holding an office in anystudent group or organization

• prohibition from participation in sports-relatedactivities

• restricting students from serving on any universitycommittees

• limiting student employment

• removal from on-campus housing

• restriction from specific buildings or residence halls

• changing student room or residence hall assignment

• restriction from campus

• placing holds on records

• service charges or restitution

• required counseling

• required community service

• required class attendance

• required Internet research

• writing a paper

• required apology

ComplaintsA complaint of misconduct is usually written by acomplainant and includes specific allegations or charges ofmisconduct. The complaint will be discussed with thecomplainant and the accused during separate interviews. Ifthere appears to be grounds for disciplinary action, it will be addressed through the appropriate procedures. If thecomplaint is found to be unwarranted or if there is notenough evidence to proceed, the complainant will be soadvised. The complaint, relevant evidence and relatedcharges are shared with the accused so that the accusedcan prepare a defense in the event of a conduct hearing.Faculty, staff, students and community members areencouraged to report incidents of misconduct. Policereports and residence hall incident reports are also used toreport violations of university conduct standards.

Zero Tolerance PolicyAs part of a Zero Tolerance Policy, Fredonia will takedisciplinary action for every alcohol and drug relatedviolation on campus. Fredonia will also take disciplinaryaction for violations reported off campus, provided theseviolations have a connection to the campus. This wouldinclude violations that endanger students or may causeharm to the campus community.

Parental Notification PolicyIn October 1998, Congress passed the Higher EducationAmendment which permits post-secondary institutions todisclose to parents or legal guardians of students under 21,without their consent, information regarding the student’sviolation of any federal, state, or local law, or any rule orpolicy of the institution governing the use or possession ofalcohol or a controlled substance. The Office of Student


Affairs normally informs parents of any alcohol or drugviolation involving students under 21.

University Judicial SystemThe University Standard of Behavior and University Policies are intended to promote student development and ensurean atmosphere of learning necessary to the well being of all university community members on and off-campus.Violation of university policy off campus may be subject todisciplinary action by the university judicial process. TheOffice of Student Affairs implements the standards andprocedures of the Judicial Board.

Any member of the university community may bring acomplaint directly to the Office of Student Affairs. Thecompliant must be written and signed and dated. A reviewby the Office of Student Affairs will be initiated and ifappropriate, charges will be filed. Specific procedures willbe followed if a case is referred to the Judicial Board.

If a student is charged with a violation of the rules andregulations the following options exist: a student maychoose an Administrative Hearing, a university judicialboard hearing, or any administrative action in which astudent chooses to plead guilty to the charges and waivesthe right to a hearing. The Office of Student Affairs willimpose a sanction.

If a student, club, or organization fails to respond to theletter of charge(s) by the deadline by either pleadingresponsible or not responsible, SUNY Fredonia will assume a plea of not responsible. The case will be sent to anAdministrative Hearing and the student, club or organization will be notified of the hearing date and time at least twoweeks in advance of the hearing. A hold will be placed onthe student's record pending the outcome of the hearing. Astudent hold restricts a student from registering fromclasses, dropping or adding classes, and obtaining anofficial transcript. The club or organization in question willhave all privileges suspended pending the outcome of thehearing.

Administrative Sanction HearingIn an administrative sanction hearing, the Coordinator ofJudicial Affairs meets with the accused student to hear thecase. This option is usually chosen if a student pleadsresponsible to the charges and accepts the appropriatesanction. This option requires that the student waive his/her right to another hearing and to the right to appeal thedecision.

Administrative HearingThe Administrative Hearing body consists of three university faculty/administrators. The Administrative Hearing boardhears the case, weighs the evidence and testimony ofwitnesses, determines responsibility or non-responsibility ofthe accused and makes a sanction recommendation to theVice President for Student Affairs. The accused student willbe determined responsible or non-responsible by thepreponderance of the evidence. Preponderance ofevidence means evidence that would lead a reasonableperson to conclude that it is more likely than not that the act in question did occur or that the fact or proposition is true.

Judicial Board HearingThe University Judicial Board is comprised of twelve (12)members. Approximately six students and six faculty/staffmembers are appointed for a term of one year. Members

are nominated by the Student Affairs Committee or asubcommittee of the Student Affairs Committee andappointed by the University President. The Judicial Boardhears the case, weighs the evidence and testimony ofwitnesses, determines responsiblity or non-responsibility ofthe accused and makes a sanction recommendation to theVice President for Student Affairs. The accused student willbe determined responsible or non-responsible by thepreponderance of the evidence. Preponderance ofevidence means evidence that would lead a reasonableperson to conclude that it is more likely than not that the act in question did occur or that the fact or proposition is true.To proceed with a hearing, a minimum of five Judicial Board members must be present. If less than five members arepresent the accused must agree in writing in order to havethe hearing.

Procedures for the University Judicial Board:Step 1: A charge for violation may be placed against anystudent by any other student or by a member of theuniversity community by giving written notice of the chargesigned by the complainant to the Office of Student Affairs.

Step 2: The Office of Student Affairs shall give notice of thespecific charges against the student, in writing. The noticeshall clearly indicate the offense with specific reference tothe violated regulation and shall indicate the time and placeof the initial meeting with the Coordinator of Judicial Affairs.If the student/organization requests a hearing, a separatenotice shall be presented to the accused at least five (5)days prior to the hearing. In extreme cases, the five-daynotification period may be waived if deemed necessary bythe Vice President for Student Affairs.

A student may waive, in writing, the requirement of ahearing. In such cases, the hearing body will consider theevidence. If the student does not waive the requirements ofa hearing and does not appear for such a hearing, his/hercase will be considered by the hearing body and decisionwill be rendered in his/her absence.

Step 3: The Office of Student Affairs shall insure that anystudent charged with violating university rules or regulations has, prior to appearing before the Judicial Board, beenpresented with a statement defining the composition andauthority of the Judicial Board.

Step 4: The Judicial Board shall examine all relevant factsand circumstances presented at the hearing. A record ofthe hearing shall be kept to enable review and everyreasonable attempt shall be made to keep the matterappropriately confidential. All hearings are tape-recorded;however, in the event of equipment failure a boardmember(s) will take notes to ensure accurate recording ofthe hearing. SUNY Fredonia will not be responsible forturning tape recorded records into written transcript form.Grounds for appeal will also not be considered due toequipment failure.

Step 5: At the hearing, the student shall have a fullopportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding theincident and shall be able to present pertinent evidence and testimony of witnesses. In addition, the student shall havethe opportunity to ask questions of any witnesses, respondto written statements submitted against him/her and torespond to questions. The Judicial Board shall also havethe right to call witnesses, and to review materials. The


student shall have the right to be assisted by an advisorand/or attorney of his/her choice. The advisor or attorneymay not participate in the hearing.

Step 6: All student judicial history will be withheld from theboard members until a finding of responsibility has beenmade. If a student is found responsible for violatinguniversity policy, judicial history will be shared with theboard members prior to sanction deliberation.

Step 7: The Judicial Board shall notify the student in writingof its final decision.

Should the final decision of a Judicial Board involveDisciplinary Warning or Disciplinary Probation, the decisionmade by the Judicial Board shall be final unless a timelyappeal has been made to the University President orhis/her designee. The student shall have the right to appealto the University President or his/her designee in writingwithin five (5) days from the mailing of such notification. Anappeal will be considered if there is significant newinformation or material relevant to the case that was notpresented during the hearing, or for a claimed violation ofthe student's due process rights.

In cases involving suspension or dismissal, the JudicialBoard shall recommend such action to the President of theuniversity or his/her designee, in which case the UniversityPresident’s decision shall be final.

Policies of the Judicial Board(a) The Judicial Board shall not discuss or review mattersunder consideration outside of the hearing. Failure of aJudicial Board member to uphold this provision renderssuch member subject to impeachment procedures by theStudent Affairs Committee. Impeachment shall be by atwo-thirds vote of that committee. Any violation of thissection shall not affect the proceedings of the JudicialBoard in a determination of the case.

(b) No member of the Judicial Board shall be either awitness before the court or a person previously engaged informulating the charge or in presenting materials relating tothe case.

(c) Judicial Board records shall be filed with the Office ofStudent Affairs and released only with the permission of the Judicial Board, the Coordinator of Judicial Affairs or thealleged violator. Records shall be kept for seven years.

(d) The Judicial Board may adopt bylaws not inconsistentwith these rules and regulations upon the affirmative vote of not less than five members.

(e) The Judicial Board shall be composed of twelve (12)members. Approximately six students and six faculty/staffmembers are appointed for a term of one year. Membersare nominated by the Student Affairs Committee or asubcommittee of the Student Affairs Committee andappointed by the University President.

(f) In order to be nominated, a student must have attainedsophomore status (24 credit hours). All members of theJudicial Board must have been a member of the universitycommunity for at least one semester before taking office.No student may serve if he or she is on probation at thetime of the appointment. No member of the Judicial Boardmay be a voting member of the Student Association,University Senate, or the Student Affairs Committee.

Policy for Involuntary Leave for Medical/PsychologicalReasonsStandards for Involuntary Leave(a) Authority for the policy: “In the legitimate interest of theuniversity in protecting property and the safety and welfareof specific individuals or the general public, the UniversityPresident or his/her designee may temporarily suspend anindividual pending a decision by a university hearing board”(Student Rights and Responsibilities, UndergraduateCatalog).

(b) Proscribed Behavior: Any student who:

1. Engages, or threatens to engage, in behavior which poses imminent danger of causing substantial harm to self and/or others, or

2. Engages, or threatens to engage, in behavior which would cause significant property damage, or directly and substantially impede the lawful activitiesof others, shall be subject to involuntary withdrawal in accordance with the procedures set forth below.

Procedure for Leave(a) Upon preliminary investigation, the student may berequired to leave the university for a period of time. If thestudent is required to leave, it is expected that in that time,the student will seek a psychological evaluation. Thisevaluation will be shared with the Office of Student Affairsand the Director of Counseling.

(b) In order to return and/or remain in school the studentmust be evaluated by the Director of Counseling or his/herdesignee. The student will need to meet with the VicePresident of Student Affairs or his/her designee. The VicePresident of Student Affairs or his/her designee, inconsultation with the Director of Counseling or his/herdesignee, the Chief of University Police or his/her designee, and, if applicable, the Director of Residence Life or his/herdesignee, will decide if the student is cleared to return toschool. If cleared to return to school, a contract will bedeveloped which prescribes responsibilities of the student.These responsibilities may include: ongoing counseling,removal from or relocation within residence life, refrainingfrom alcohol and/or drug use, etc. Failure to comply withthis contract would result in immediate suspension from theuniversity.

Ex-Offenders Review BoardIf a student has answered "yes" to question 19a or b on theSUNY Application for Admissions or has a pending chargeof a felony or has been convicted of a felony, additionalinformation will be needed in order to process theadmission/reinstatement application.

It is the policy of the university (Fredonia) to requiresupplemental information from applicants who have beenconvicted of a felony or who have been dismissed fromother colleges due to disciplinary misconduct. Thisinformation will be reviewed by the Admissions ReviewCommittee.

The Admissions Review Committee may deny admission toapplicants based on an individual's prior conduct orconviction where the admission "would involve anunreasonable risk to property or to the safety or welfare ofspecific individuals or the general public" (Corrections Law,section 752). The committee may also recommend the


applicant be admitted with or without special conditionsrelating to major selection, course scheduling, involvementin campus activities or campus housing.

Consensual Relationships (Faculty/Staff and Students)The university does not encourage intimate consensualrelationships between faculty/staff and students, and has apolicy prohibiting intimate relationships between faculty and students in their classes, and faculty/staff and students they are directly supervising. The Faculty Handbook providesguidelines regarding this type of relationship and states thefollowing:

“It is the sense of faculty through its University Senate thatintimate consensual relationships between universitypersonnel and students create the potential for abuses ofauthority and for both actual and apparent conflicts ofinterest.”

Students should be aware that if they enter into this type ofrelationship with university personnel, there may beconsequences that impact on their educational experience.This may mean a student thus involved would be unable totake a course from this person or in any way be subject totheir supervision authority.

Students with concerns in this matter are encouraged tocontact the Office of Student Affairs, Sixth Floor, MaytumHall, 673-3271 or the Office of Academic Affairs, EighthFloor, Maytum Hall, 673-3335.

Academic Integrity Policy

I. Opening Statement

The State University of New York at Fredonia holds that the life of the mind and personal integrity go hand in hand, andare inseparable. Adherence to this philosophy is essential if we are to facilitate and promote the free and openexchange of ideas upon which our university mission relies. An essential component of the academic experience atSUNY Fredonia is the conviction that academic goals mustbe achieved by honorable means. It is expected, therefore,that all students attending the State University of New Yorkat Fredonia will support and abide by all provisions of thefollowing Academic Integrity Policy. It is further understoodthat by enrolling in courses, students are agreeing to therules and regulations set forth below.

In order to protect the value of the work accomplished byeach student and instructor, our academic communitydepends upon certain honorable standards of behavior from all its members. SUNY Fredonia trusts all students willrefrain from participating in any behavior that will inhibit thepursuit of honest academic advancement. To help studentsavoid activities that can be construed as dishonest or asviolations of academic integrity, a partial list of prohibitedbehaviors and activities is outlined below. This policy is notintended to limit decisions of faculty of professionalprograms that operate under more restrictive policies and/or have externally monitored procedures for addressingviolations of academic integrity.

II. Violations of Academic Integrity

Violations of academic integrity are described within fourbroad, overlapping categories: Fraud, Plagiarism, Cheating,

and Collusion. Examples of violations of academic integrityinclude, but are not limited to, those described herein:

A. Fraud

Behaving deceptively, misrepresenting oneself or anotherperson, and falsifying official print and/or electronicdocuments are actions that seriously undermine theintegrity of any social institution and may result in criminalprosecution. In a university setting, fraudulent behaviorincludes but is not limited to:

1. Forging or altering official school documents,whether in print or electronic form, such as grade reports ortranscripts, enrollment documents, transfer creditapprovals, etc.

2. Forging or tampering with any universitycorrespondence or medical excuses.

3. Tampering with attendance records, such as onestudent signing for another student.

4. Tampering with or interfering with gradingprocedures.

5. Misreporting or misrepresenting earnedcredentials, including academic status, class standing, andGPA.

6. Taking an exam in place of another student.

7. Failing to disclose necessary information on officialuniversity forms.

B. Plagiarism

Plagiarism consists of presenting the work of others asone’s own. It is unethical to copy directly the words or workof other authors or artists without giving them credit. It isalso unethical to rearrange or add a few words to anotherauthor’s text while leaving the majority unaltered or to takean author’s unique idea or discovery and to represent it asone’s own. Specific examples of plagiarism include, but arenot restricted to, the following examples:

1. Copying the work of another author and/or artistwithout giving proper credit in the text or reference to theartwork, presentation or performance; neglecting to cite theoriginal in a footnote; and/or failing to identify full and proper documentation in the list of works cited or sampled forpresentation or performance.

2. Implying that another author’s words, works, orideas are one’s own. Quoting without the use of quotationmarks falsely implies originality and is, therefore, an act ofplagiarism.

3. Incorporating into a paper or assignment withoutacknowledgement verbatim corrections or othersuggestions that were made by someone other thanoneself, the instructor, or an assigned editor.

4. Taking information from one source (such as theInternet) and citing it as coming from another source (suchas a required text or article).

C. Cheating

In all academic situations, any behavior that subverts thepurpose of an academic assignment constitutes cheating,whether one actively commits the act of dishonesty onone’s own behalf or enables someone else to do so.


Examples of cheating include but are not limited to thefollowing:

1. Copying someone else’s work or permitting one’sown work to be copied. Whether involvement in the copying process is active or passive, these acts constitute violations of academic integrity if a student is at all complicit.

2. Using unsanctioned materials, notes, software, and or equipment (such as a programmable calculator).

3. Intentionally providing or seeking questions to anexam that will be given in a later section or used as amake-up exam.

4. Communicating or sharing information during anexam obviously constitutes cheating, as does taking anexam for someone else.

D. Collusion

Most colleges and universities support some opportunitiesfor collaborative learning, but unauthorized collaboration isconsidered collusion. Unless collaboration is expresslypermitted by the instructor, students should work alone.Even when an instructor authorizes collaboration, collusionmay still occur. In all cases, work submitted should reflectan individual’s own effort. Examples of collusion include,but are not limited to, the following situations:

1. A pair or larger group of students studies aproblem, one of the students formally writes and/or typesthe results, the other members of the group copy theresults, and each individual submits the work as his/herown.

2. A pair or larger group of students work on a seriesof problems or tasks, each student completes a portion ofthe problem set or task, the students combine their work,and each student submits the entire problem set or task ashis/her own.

3. A course instructor assigns a task or problem to be completed outside of class and explicitly instructs studentsnot to discuss the task or problem with one another. A partor larger group of students discuss or work together on thetask or problem, and each individual submits the results ashis/her own.

III. Judicial Procedures for Violations of Academic Integrity

A. Stage One: Departmental Level

1. An instructor who suspects a violation of theacademic integrity policy will collect all information andmaterials related to the offense.

2. The instructor will meet with the student to presenthis/her charge, and the student will be given an opportunityto answer and explain. If the instructor and the student then agree that no violation has occurred, the matter is resolvedand the process ends at this point. If, however, theinstructor finds that a violation has occurred, whether thestudent admits or does not admit guilt, the matter must becommunicated to the department chairperson (see No. 3directly following). A student will not be allowed to drop acourse to avoid a course sanction or to suspend judicialprocedures.

3. For all cases in which the instructor determines that the student has plagiarized, cheated, colluded, or

committed any act of academic dishonesty, the instructorwill briefly summarize the offense in writing to his/herdepartmental chairperson. Copies of all information andmaterials related to the offense shall accompany thiscorrespondence.

4. After appropriate consultation, the chairperson andthe instructor will jointly notify the student in writing aboutthe charge and the resulting sanctions. At this stage, somepossible departmental sanctions include but are not limitedto the following: a formal warning, a grade of zero beingassigned to the particular performance, and/or a failinggrade being given for the course. The letter from thechairperson and the instructor may also recommend thatthe Academic Integrity Review Board hear the case andconsider, among several options, placing the student ondisciplinary probation, temporarily suspending the student,or permanently expelling the student from the university.

5. Because a student may plagiarize and/or violateprovisions of academic integrity in more than onedepartment, the chairperson is required to submit a copy ofall correspondence and relevant materials to theappropriate dean of the department in which the offenseoccurred. For undergraduate students, these materials willbe delivered to the Dean of the College of Arts andHumanities, Dean of the College of Natural and SocialSciences, or the Dean of the College of Education; forgraduate students, materials will be delivered to theAssociate Vice President for Graduate Studies andResearch. The dean/associate vice president will thenprepare a full packet of copies for the Vice President forStudent Affairs in whose office the packet will be filed aspart of the required maintenance of student disciplinaryrecords.

B. Stage Two: Appeal

1. Within 14 calendar days after the chairperson hasmailed the letter, the student may decide to appeal thedepartmental decision. If so, she/he must send a letter ofintent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, withcopies sent at the same time to the chairperson in whosedepartment the charge originated, the appropriatedean/associate vice president, and the Vice President forStudent Affairs. Upon receipt of such communication and in a timely manner, the Vice President of Academic Affairs will contact the Chair of the Academic Integrity Review Boardwho will call together the members of the board for a formal hearing. Throughout the appeal process, the chargedstudent is assumed not guilty, and in most circumstances,she/he has the right to remain in class.

2. After the same 14 days, if the student has notappealed, the university will act upon the assumption thatthe student has accepted the departmental decisions andany sanctions therein. Enforcement of these sanctionshereafter rests with the Office of the Vice President forStudent Affairs.

3. If the department has recommended additionalsanctions outside its academic purview (probation,suspension, etc.), the Academic Integrity Review Board willbe convened to determine if a hearing should be held. If ahearing is scheduled, the Chair of the Academic IntegrityReview Board will contact the accused student at least fivedays in advance.


4. Even if a student does not file a formal appealwithin the above time limit, the Vice President for StudentAffairs must notify the Chair of the Academic IntegrityReview Board whenever a second or subsequent violationis submitted to a student’s disciplinary record. TheAcademic Integrity Review Board will then be convened toreview all charges filed and may impose additionalsanctions. The Academic Integrity Review Board willconsider repeated violations of any or all of the provisions in the Academic Integrity Policy as grievous.

C. Stage Three: Academic Integrity Review Board

1. Whether the student who has been chargeddecides to appeal the departmental decision, or theAcademic Integrity Review Board votes to initiate formalproceedings as the result of other circumstances (seeabove), the Academic Integrity Review Board will hear andrule on the case. A charged student has the right to selecta willing student, faculty member, or an administrative staffmember of the university to advise him/her throughout thereview process. This non-legal adviser must be a currentmember of the SUNY Fredonia community (faculty, staff,student), and the adviser may accompany the chargedstudent and advise him/her at any meetings. To avoidconflicts of interest, this adviser may not be selected fromthe members of the Academic Integrity Review Board.

2. At least one member from each category below isrequired. A quorum of six members including at least onestudent representative will be selected from the followingcategories:

(a) The Chair of the Academic Integrity Review Boardwho is a full-time tenured faculty member jointly appointedby the President of the university and the Vice President for Academic Affairs and subsequently approved by theUniversity Senate. The chair’s term will be two years withthe option of renewal, pending reappointment andre-approval.

(b) Either the Vice President for Student Affairs or the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs will provideboard access to pertinent Student Disciplinary records andwill participate as an ex officio member (see No. 4 below).Before witnesses speak or before questions are asked, thisrepresentative of Student Affairs will present a summary ofthe case.

(c) At least one, but preferably two, undergraduate (or graduate, if pertinent) student representatives selected bythe university deans/associate vice president and afternominations by the Joint Chairs and Directors whichincludes directors and chairpersons of all schools anddepartments. No two students majoring in a singledepartment will be invited to serve concurrently. To insurethat perspectives from a diverse student population arefairly and freely heard, one student will major in an Arts and Humanities department and one will major in a Natural andSocial Sciences department, and/or one in Education.

(d) The appropriate dean/associate vice presidentpreferred, but one of the other three deans/associate vicepresident may act in his/her stead whenever necessary.

(e) Two chairs of departments, one from Arts andHumanities, one from Natural and Social Sciences, and adesignee from the College of Education.

(f) An additional faculty member from a department not represented by individuals in (a) and (e) above.

3. The Chair of the Academic Integrity Review Board,after prior consultation with the assembled board, may callwitnesses, and the student who has been charged may also call witnesses. At the conclusion, the charged student willbe asked to address the allegation by pleading guilty or notguilty, and she/he then has the right to speak on his or herbehalf. All participants in this hearing will be informed thatdeliberations are to remain strictly confidential. Hearings ofthe judicial review board will be tape recorded to provide arecord of the proceedings.

4. After the hearing, the Academic Integrity ReviewBoard will deliberate and make a formal decision. In thefinal determination, each of the members of the board,including the Chair of the board, will cast a single andequally weighted vote. In the event of a tie vote concludinga case, the Chair of the board will cast an additional vote.Voting will be conducted by written ballot, and the resultswill be disclosed to board members. Board members arenot to disclose either the board’s determination or anyspecifics related to the voting.

5. In a timely manner, the Chair of the AcademicIntegrity Review Board will complete the hearing report andwill deliver copies to the chairperson in whose departmentthe charge originated, the Vice President for AcademicAffairs, and the Vice President for Student Affairs. The finalreport of the Academic Integrity Review Board will includethe following:

(a) A determination of Not Guilty (no violation ofacademic integrity has been found) or Guilty (the studenthas been found responsible for the charged violation on the basis of the evidence submitted or has admitted guilt).

(b) If the student had been found guilty of violating the Academic Integrity Policy, the penalty must also beidentified. Sanctions or penalties imposed should becommensurate with the offense and will take into accountthe student disciplinary records on file.

6. On the same day the board’s decision is deliveredto the three individuals above (No. 5), the student will beinformed of the board’s decision in a meeting with the VicePresident for Student Affairs and the Chair of the AcademicIntegrity Review Board. The student will then be given acopy of the hearing report prepared by the Chair of theAcademic Integrity Review Board.

7. Should the student decide to appeal the AcademicIntegrity Review Board’s decision, he or she may do so in awritten justification to the President of the university but only if/when the substance of the presented case has changed(i.e., additional and significant evidence is discovered).

IV. Maintenance of Student Disciplinary Records

Individual files on all students who are formally chargedwith violations of the Academic Integrity Policy will beprepared at the time of the student’s initial offense andmaintained for 10 years thereafter in the Office of the VicePresident for Student Affairs. Instructors and chairpersonswill initiate this process by submitting, to theirdean/associate vice president, a copy of the informationand materials related to the offense and a copy of thedepartmental letter which identifies the charge and which


has been mailed to the student. All subsequent materialsrelated to the charge will be copied in the dean’s/associatevice president's office and delivered to the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs for the student’s disciplinary file.

Statement Regarding SUNY Fredonia’s Celebration ofDiversity

The university welcomes the experience, talent, and surgeof energy that comes from a culturally diverse campus. Ithas pledged to ensure that everyone is treated fairly,without degradation of race, religion, ethnicity, gender,affection orientation, physical/mental challenge, or anyother characteristic not germane to a person’s rights orhuman worth. Campus specifically prohibits:

Fighting and threats to, physical abuse of, or harassmentthat threatens to or does endanger the health, safety, orwelfare of a member of the university.

Engaging in any action or situation that which recklessly orintentionally dangers the mental or physical health of amember of the university community; creating in a situationthat results in the discomfort of, or harassment or excessive ridicule of a member of the university community.

All members of the campus community are expected to live,learn and work with a foundation of understanding andappreciation of differences. Faculty and staff, as mentors and educators, are encouraged to support this policy throughpersonal interactions with students, classroom discussion,and careful selection of curricular materials and content.

Policy Statement on Religious Absences

The Education Law of New York says, in part:

1. No person shall be expelled from or be refusedadmission as a student to an institution of higher educationfor the reason that he/she is unable, because of his/herreligious beliefs, to attend classes or to participate in anyexamination, study, or work requirement on a particular day or days.

2. Any student in an institution of higher educationwho is unable, because of his/her religious beliefs, to attend classes on a particular day or days shall, because of suchabsence on the particular day or days, be excused from any examination or any study or work requirements.

3. It shall be the responsibility of the faculty and of the administrative officials of each institution of highereducation to make available to each student who is absentfrom school, because of his/her religious beliefs, anequivalent opportunity to make up any examination, study,or work requirements which he/she may have missedbecause of such absence on any day or days. No fees ofany kind shall be charged by the institution for makingavailable to the said student such equivalent opportunity.

4. If registration, classes, examinations, study or work requirements are held on Friday after four o’clock postmeridian or on Saturday, similar or makeup classes,examinations, study, or work requirements shall be madeavailable on other days, where it is possible and practicable to do so. No special fees shall be charged to the student for these classes, registration, examinations, study, or workrequirements held on other days.

5. In effectuating the provisions of this section, it shall be the duty of the faculty and of the administrative officialsof each institution of higher education to exercise the fullestmeasure of good faith. No adverse or prejudicial effectsshall result to any student because of his/her availinghimself/herself of the provisions of this section.

6. Any student, who is aggrieved by the allegedfailure of any faculty or administrative officials to comply ingood faith with the provisions of this section, shall beentitled to maintain an action or proceeding in the SupremeCourt of the county in which such institution of highereducation is located for the enforcement of his/her rightsunder this section. It shall be the responsibility of theadministrative officials of each institution of highereducation to give written notice to students of their rightsunder this section, informing them that each student who isabsent from school, because of his or her religious beliefs,must be given an equivalent opportunity to register forclasses or make up any examination, study or workrequirements for which he or she may have missedbecause of such absence on any particular day or days. No fees of any kind shall be charged by the institution formaking available to such student such equivalentopportunity.

7. As used in this section the term “institution ofhigher education” shall mean any institution of highereducation, recognized and approved by the Regents of theUniversity of the State of New York, which provides acourse of study leading to the granting of a post-secondarydegree or diploma. Such term shall not include anyinstitution which is operated, supervised or controlled by achurch or by a religious or denominational organizationwhose educational programs are principally designed forthe purpose of training ministers or other religiousfunctionaries or for the purpose of propagating religiousdoctrines. As used in this section, the term “religious belief”shall mean beliefs associated with any corporationorganized and operated exclusively for religious purposes,which is not disqualified for tax exemption under Section501 of the United States Code.

Policies on Motor Vehicles

All members of the university community (students, faculty,and staff) who park cars or other motor vehicles on campusbetween the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. must register theirvehicle each semester within seven days after classes begin.

When a new or borrowed vehicle is brought on campus,University Police (673-3333) must be notified immediately in order to avoid unnecessary ticketing. Any vehicle obtainedduring the semester must be registered within 48 hours atthe Office of Student Accounts.

Regulations Governing Motor Vehicle Use and CampusParking Facilities is available online atwww.fredonia.edu/UPD/parkingregulations.htm.

Students, faculty and staff shall comply with all traffic andparking regulations in all campus areas and shall complywith all published regulations or be subject to fines. Failureto comply can result in the loss of campus driving, parkingand vehicle registration privileges.


Computer and Network Usage Policy

I. Introduction

Access to modern information technology is essential to the State University of New York's mission of providing thestudents, faculty and staff of SUNY Fredonia witheducational services of the highest quality. The pursuit andachievement of the SUNY mission of education, research,and public service require that the privilege of usingcomputing systems and software, internal and external data networks, as well as access to the World Wide Web, bemade available to the SUNY community. The preservationof that privilege for the full community requires that eachfaculty and staff member, student, and other authorizeduser comply with institutional and external standards forappropriate use.

To assist and ensure such compliance, SUNY Fredoniaestablishes the following policy which supplements allapplicable SUNY policies, including sexual harassment,patent and copyright, and student and employeedisciplinary policies, as well as applicable federal and statelaws.

II. Definitions

Authentication Credentials - Assigned User ID/Usernameand PIN/Password (changed by users) that, used inconjunction, authenticates users to privileged computingfacilities and resources.

Computing Facilities - All software applications,mainframes, desktop and mobile computers, networks andcomputer peripherals licensed, owned or operated bySUNY Fredonia.

Course List - Refers to special purpose list created (whenrequested) for communication between students enrolled ina specific course and section and the faculty memberteaching the course.

Departmental (Majors) List - Refers to a list created (whenrequested) for a department to communicate with studentsin their major.

DSL - Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a form of high-speedInternet access competing with cable modems. DSL worksover standard phone lines and supports data speeds ofover 2 Mbps downstream (to the user) and slower speedsupstream (to the Internet).

e-Services - SUNY Fredonia terminology relating toelectronic services such as e-mail, ANGEL learningManagement System, and electronic library resources.

Internet - All networks external to SUNY Fredonia.

Intranet - All networks internal to SUNY Fredonia.

List Conduct - Refers to the behavior of a list subscriber inthe context of the list as reflected by the subscriber'spostings.

List Content - Refers to the theme, topic, or purpose of thelist as declared on the list application and/or the theme,topic, or purpose of list postings.

LISTSERV Manager - The Information TechnologyServices' designated manager of the LISTSERV service.

List Owner - Refers to a person (other than the LISTSERVmanager) who has administrative rights to the list. This may or may not be the list sponsor.

List Sponsor - The LISTSERV list applicant (the person who submits the application as designated in item 2) whoassumes overall responsibility for and ownership of the list.

Managed - Software and anti-virus upgrades beingcontrolled by a server and "pushed" to the desktop.

Remote Access - Any access to SUNY Fredonia'sadministrative network through a non-SUNY Fredoniacontrolled network, device or medium.

Un-managed - A computing device that does not haveanti-virus definitions or upgrades implementedautomatically. The computer user installs all upgradesmanually.

Users - Individuals who make use of SUNY Fredoniacomputing facilities. Most users are students, faculty andstaff members of SUNY Fredonia. Some users arenon-campus personnel authorized by the campus to makeuse of computing facilities, including volunteers for localnon-profit agencies, scholars visiting from other SUNYinstitutions, and the like.

VPN - Virtual Private Network, a way to extend thecorporate/production (trusted) network using authenticationand encryption.

III. Authorization and Use

A. Authorized Activities

SUNY Fredonia computer facilities are a resource formembers of the campus community (faculty, staff, studentsand other affiliated individuals or organizations authorizedby SUNY Fredonia), to be utilized for work consistent withthe instructional, research, and administrative goals of theuniversity as defined in the SUNY Fredonia "Missions andGoals" statement and the SUNY Policy Manual, Item 007-1.

Use by non-affiliated institutions and organizations shall bein accordance with SUNY Administrative ProceduresManual Policy 007-1: Use of Computer Equipment orServices by Non-affiliated Institutions and Organizations. All who use SUNY Fredonia computer facilities have theresponsibility to do so in an effective, efficient, ethical, andlegal manner, as outlined below.

B. User Accounts

The university grants access to particular computer systems with the assignment of specific user accounts based oneducational and business need for access. Every computeruser account issued by SUNY Fredonia is the responsibilityof the person in whose name it is issued.

University-recognized clubs and student organizations may be issued a user account. Faculty advisors shall designatea particular person or persons authorized to act on behalf of the club or organization. This person(s) is responsible for all activity on the account and will be subject to universitydisciplinary procedures for misuse. The following include,but are not limited to, examples of theft of services, andsubject to penalties described in Section IV.

(1) Acquiring a username in another person's name.


(2) Using a username without the explicit permissionof the owner and of Information Technology Services.

(3) Allowing one's username to be used by anotherperson without explicit permission from InformationTechnology Services.

C. Password Security

It is mandatory that user accounts be kept secure by usingstrong passwords, keeping passwords secret, and changing the passwords often. Users must set a password which willprotect their account from unauthorized use, and which willnot be guessed easily. Avoid selecting easily guessablepasswords, for example, nicknames, birthdates, andtelephone numbers. Users must report to InformationTechnology Services any use of a user account without theexplicit permissions of the owner and InformationTechnology Services.

D. User Privacy

Users shall respect the privacy of others. Users shall notintentionally view information of other users, modify orobtain copies of other users’ files, or modify other users’passwords without their permission. Fredonia computersand networks are designed to protect user privacy; usersshall not attempt to circumvent these protections.

E. System Integrity and Denial of Service

Users shall respect the system integrity of campuscomputing facilities. For example, users shall notintentionally develop or use programs that infiltrate acomputing system, or damage or alter the softwarecomponents of a computing or network system.

F. Resource Accounting

Users shall not develop or use procedures to alter or avoidthe accounting and monitoring of the use of computingfacilities. For example, users may not utilize facilitiesanonymously or by means of an alias, and may not sendmessages, e-mail, or print files that do not show the correctusername of the user performing the operation.

G. Resource Usage

Office computer equipment is provided by the institution foracademic and business use. All equipment is tagged withSUNY Fredonia asset tags and inventoried on a yearlybasis. Any information stored, processed, or transmitted bythis computer may be monitored, used, or disclosed byauthorized personnel, including law enforcement.

Office and lab computing facilities must be used in aresponsible and efficient manner. Users shall not developor use procedures that obstruct authorized use by others.Users shall not interfere with computer setups which areintended to keep computer software current and legal, andshall not install personal software. Users shall not useapplications that utilize an unusually high portion of thenetwork bandwidth. Users shall avoid wasting computingresources by excessive game playing or other trivalapplications; by sending chain letters or other frivilous orexcessive messages locally or over the network; or byprinting excessive copies of documents, files, images ordata. Campus printing must pertain to academic work,personal intellectual growth or administrative business.

H. Copyrights and Licenses

Users shall not violate the legal protection provided bycopyrights and licenses held by SUNY Fredonia. Usersshall not make copies of any licensed or copyrightedcomputer program found on any SUNY Fredonia computeror storage device without the written authorization ofInformation Technology Services. U.S. federal copyright law grants authors certain exclusive rights of reproduction,adaptation, distribution, performance, display, attribution,and integrity to their creations. Works of literature,photographs, music, software, film, and video works can allbe copyrighted. Examples of probable violations ofcopyright laws include, but are not limited to: makingunauthorized copies of any copyrighted material (such ascommercial software, text, graphic images, audio, andvideo recordings); distributing copyrighted materials overcomputer networks or through other means; resale of dataor programs, or the use of them for non-educationalpurposes or for financial gain; or public disclosure ofinformation about programs (e.g., source code) without theowner’s authorization.

I. Restricted Access Systems

Access to selected administrative computers and programsis restricted on a "need-to-know" basis conforming to SUNY policy guidelines. Unauthorized access or attempted access to these machines or data will constitute theft of servicesand will be subject to the penalties described in Section IV.Authorization for use of these systems is granted solely byInformation Technology Services, on behalf of theinstitution, and reviewed by the campus SecurityAdministrator.

J. Recreational Use

Recreational use of computing facilities, including computer games and social network communication, is allowed onlywhen no other instructional, research, or administrativefunction requires the use of resources. Persons using acomputer for recreational purposes are required torelinquish the computer immediately to someone needing itfor academic or administrative purposes.

K. Termination of Access to Fredonia Computing Facilities

Intentional violation of policies contained in this documentwill result in immediate termination of access. Access willbe terminated for:

• Complete withdrawal by student from universitycourses

• Current students, 90 days after graduation

• Faculty/staff, 30 days after terminiation ofemployment

Emeritus faculty and staff retain eligibility for use ofFredonia computing facilities

IV. Limitations on Users' Rights

The issuance of a password or other means of access is toassure appropriate confidentiality of Fredonia files andinformation and does not guarantee privacy for personal orimproper use of university equipment or facilities.

SUNY Fredonia provides reasonable security againstintrusion and damage to files stored on the central facilities. Fredonia also provides some facilities for archiving and


retrieving files specified by users, and for recovering filesafter accidental loss of data. However, the university is notresponsible for unauthorized access by other users or forloss due to power failure, fire, floods, etc. Fredonia makesno warranties with respect to Internet services, and itspecifically assumes no responsibilities for the content ofany advice or information received by a user through theuse of Fredonia’s computer network.

Users should be aware that SUNY Fredonia computersystems and networks may be subject to unauthorizedaccess or tampering. In addition, computer records,including e-mail, are considered “records” which may beaccessible to the public under the provisions of the NewYork State Freedom of Information Law.

V. Services

A. Academic/Administrative and Residential (ResNet)Network

1. Anti-virus Protection

Every computer connected to the campus network will berequired to run current anti-virus protection software.Campus-provided “managed” anti-virus protection will beplaced on the majority of campus-owned personalcomputers. The campus provides anti-virus protectionsoftware for students to utilize. ResNet students may utilizea “managed” or “unmanaged” mode, as owners prefer andas operating systems allow. Non-ResNet student anti-virusprotection is un-managed.

It will be the responsibility of “un-managed” clients wishingto use the campus network connectivity to keep anti-virusprotection up-to-date. This “un-managed” client groupwould include:

• Campus-owned Macintosh, Linux, and UNIX-basedmachines

• Non-campus owned computers

• Student-owned computers for those not wishing toutilize the managed anti-virus protection provided bythe campus

In addition, outbound ResNet e-mail will be filtered througha server that will scan and detect viruses.

Information Technology Services and ResNet have theauthority to disconnect computers from the network thathave been detected as infected. The computer will remaindisconnected until the user demonstrates the following: that the machine has been cleaned of viruses/worms, that anappropriate anti-virus product has been licensed for themachine through at least the end of the current academicyear, and that the product has been installed and set up toautomatically check for and install virus detection updates.

Second and subsequent infractions which result from a lack of an installed, licensed anti-virus product may result inadditional penalties.

2. Desktop Upgrades

Every state-owned computer connected to the campusnetwork will have Windows or Macintosh operating systems upgraded or patched by a managed service as applicable.

It will be the responsibility of the "un-managed" clientswishing to use the campus network connectivity to keep alloperating systems up-to-date.

3. Network Use

Users shall not utilize the campus network to provideInternet access to any outside source, be it commercial orprivate.

Actions detrimental or inappropriate when accessing theuniversity and Internet resources include but are not limitedto the following:

• Network naming conventions: All student users mustuse the username assigned by the university(“abcd1234”) for the computer name that will bedisplayed on the network. The description field isrequired to be left blank.

• Shared connections: A network connection suppliedby the university is solely for the use of the individual subscriber assigned to that connection. Connectionsmay not be shared among multiple users. All network subscribers cannot use any mechanisms (eitherhardware or software) to provide networkconnectivity to non-subscribers. Users shall notutilize the campus network to provide Internet access to any outside source, be it commercial or private.Users are personally responsible for all use of theircomputers and network connections and will be heldaccountable for any violations that occur involvingtheir computer or network connections.

• Network infrastructure: All adds, moves, andchanges of network infrastructure electronicsincluding but not limited to products such asrepeaters, hubs, concentrators, bridges, routers, and switches must be coordinated and installed byuniversity personnel. This includes all cabling that ispatched into these devices that provide connectivity.Users are prohibited from connecting any devicesuch as a hub, router, switch, or wireless accesspoint to the provided Ethernet jacks in the room toextend connectivity. For example, a user may notuse a hub in their room or office to allow them toconnect more than two devices to the network at atime.

• Assigned IP address: Alterations of any kind to theassigned IP address or related settings, includingusing an unauthorized IP address, is prohibited.ResNet IP addresses are assigned dynamically andusers are not permitted to configure static IPaddresses, DNS addresses, etc.

• File Sharing: Users are responsible for the security of the system. All student shared files must bepassword protected. If a user mis-configures the filesharing, others may be able to affect and alter the user’s computer. Users are responsible for thecontent of files that they distribute. Current laws maypermit users to be sued for libel, invasion of privacy,software piracy, pornography, and other suchcrimes. SUNY Fredonia is not responsible for anyloss of data that may occur if users choose toactivate file sharing.

• Copyright: Distribution of copyrighted materials suchas computer software and music is normally


prohibited, except where a portion of copyrightedmaterial may be part of the public domain. Providingcopyrighted materials, including copyrighted music in mp3 format, is a violation of Federal Copyright Laws(U.S.C. Title 17).

• Monetary gain: Network access for monetary gain or forbusiness activities of groups or organizations isprohibited. Re-sale of access or services is prohibited.

• Domain registration: The registration of commercialhostnames to a Network IP address is prohibited.

• Servers: Establishing a server or providing a servicethat over-utilizes the shared bandwidth is prohibited. FTP, Web servers, e-mail servers, and Peer-to-peerare examples of server programs.

• Port Scanning: Scanning for computers on anynetwork using port scanners or network probingsoftware including packet sniffers, is prohibited.

4. Wireless Network

The wireless network is not meant as a replacement for thewired network and is not to be used as a primary networkconnection. The wireless network is meant to extend thewired network for simple uses in areas where wired network access is unavailable. Users are expected to avoid usingapplications that will use large amounts of networkbandwidth. These include servers and file-sharingapplications. There are other electronic devices that use the same 2.4GHz frequency as the Fredonia wireless network.Devices include 2.4GHz cordless phones, microwaveovens, X10 wireless cameras, Bluetooth devices and otherwireless LAN equipment. Devices using this techology cancause intermittent failure and loss of service.

The following policies are in addition to the SUNY Fredoniacampus network usage policies. Actions detrimental orinappropriate when accessing the university and Internetresources include but are not limited to those listed below.

• Users may not extend or modify the network in anyway. This includes adding access points andinstalling bridges, switches, hubs, or repeaters. Theuniversity reserves the right to remove or disable any unauthorized access points.

• Users will be responsible for all costs associated with purchase, installation, operation, and support ofwireless adapters in client computers.

• Any attempt to break into or gain unauthorizedaccess to any computers or systems from a wirelessconnection is prohibited.

• Running any unauthorized data packet collectionprograms on the wireless network is prohibited. Such practices are a violation of privacy and constitutetheft of user data.

• The institution has the right to limit bandwidth on aper connection basis on the wireless network, asnecessary, to ensure network reliability and fairsharing of network resources for all wireless users.

• Any effort to circumvent the security systemsdesigned to prevent unauthorized access to anySUNY Fredonia wireless network may result in the

suspension of all access and an appearance beforethe appropriate disciplinary board.

B. Electronic Mail

1. University Use of Electronic Mail

Electronic mail (e-mail) is a mechanism for officialcommunication for SUNY Fredonia. The university expectsthat such communications will be received and read in atimely fashion.

2. Official University E-Mail Accounts

An official university e-mail account is one in which theaddress ends with "fredonia.edu." All students, faculty andstaff are assigned an e-mail address and account. Thee-mail address is directory information. As with otherdirectory information, in compliance with federal FamilyEducational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations,any student may request that his or her official e-mailaddress be restricted in its access.

3. Expectations for Use of E-mail

Students, faculty, and staff have the responsibility to usethis e-mail in an efficient, effective, respectful, ethical andlawful manner. Students, faculty, and staff are expected tocheck their e-mail on a frequent and consistent basis inorder to stay current with university-relatedcommunications. Unit heads that have exemptedemployees from the requirement of having an official e-mailaccount must make arrangements for alternative methodsof access to official communications. Students have theresponsibility to recognize that certain communications may be time-critical. "I didn't check my e-mail," error inforwarding mail, or e-mail returned to the university with"Mailbox Full" or "User Unknown," are not acceptableexcuses for missing official university communications viae-mail.

4. Redirecting of E-mail

If a student, faculty or staff member wishes to redirecte-mail from their official @fredonia.edu address to anothere-mail address (e.g., @aol.com, @hotmail.com), they maydo so, but at their own initiative and risk. The university willnot be responsible for the handling of e-mail by non-SUNYproviders. Redirecting e-mail does not absolve students,faculty, or staff from the responsibilities associated withofficial communication sent to their @fredonia.edu account.

5. Authentication for Confidential Information

It is a violation of university policies, including the StudentCode of Conduct, for any user of official e-mail addressesto impersonate a university office, faculty/staff member, orstudent. To mimimize this risk, some confidentialinformation may be made available only through YourConnection which is password protected. In these cases,students will receive e-mail correspondence directing themto Your Connection, where they can access the confidential information by supplying their FredoniaID and PIN. Theconfidential information will not be available in the e-mailmessage.

6. Privacy

Users should exercise extreme caution in using e-mail tocommunicate confidential or sensitive matters, and should


not assume that e-mail is private and confidential. It isespecially important that users are careful to sendmessages only to the intended recipient(s). Particular careshould be taken when using the "reply" command duringe-mail correspondence.

7. Educational and Administrative Uses of E-mail

Faculty will determine how electronic forms ofcommunication (e.g., e-mail, discussion boards, etc.) will be used in their classes, and will specify their requirements inthe course syllabus. The official e-mail policy ensures thatall students will be able to comply with e-mail based courserequirements specified by faculty. Faculty can thereforemake the assumption that students' official @fredonia.eduaccounts are being accessed and faculty can use e-mail for their classes accordingly.

Administrative offices will determine how e-mailcommunications will be used for administrative purposes.

8. University Announcements

Approval and transmission of e-mail containing essentialuniversity announcements to students, faculty and staffmust be obtained from the appropriate authority. Only theoffices of vice presidents or the University President canauthorize the sending of broadcast messages to a wideaudience of students, faculty and staff. Mass mailingcommunications to external fredonia.edu audiences mustbe accomplished utilizing an appropriately identifiedthird-party service to mitigate the placement of fredonia.edu e-mail servers on spam blacklists.

9. Ownership/Administration

SUNY Fredonia owns all e-mail accounts run on its system.Under certain circumstances it may be necessary for theInformation Technology Services staff or other appropriateuniversity officials to access e-mail files to maintain thesystem, and to investigate security or abuse incidents orviolations of other institutional policies. Such access will beon an as-needed basis and any e-mail accessed will bedisclosed only to those individuals with a need to know oras required by law. While incidental non-business personaluse of e-mail is acceptable, conducting business for profitusing university resources is forbidden. Quota, maximummessage size, message retention settings, time-outsettings, maintenance times, and other e-mail guidelineswill be set as appropriate for the anticipated volume andplatform scaling. The need to revise settings will bemonitored with recommended changes as appropriate.(See e-mail guidelines athttp://www.fredonia.edu/helpdesk/email)

10. Termination

E-mail accounts are provided to students, faculty and staffas a component of electronic services while enrolled oremployed. See Section III K. of this policy. In certain cases,employee e-mail accounts may be continued for a longerperiod or forwarded for appropriate business conclusions.

11. Violations/Abuses

Violation or abuse of the policy may result in restriction ofaccess to SUNY Fredonia's e-mail system and/or otherappropriate disciplinary action.

C. LISTSERVS

1. Establishing a LISTSERV List• List content must reasonably reflect the

responsibilities, field of expertise, research, or studyof the list sponsor as it relates to his/her function atthe university.

• List sponsors and owners are expected to abide byall computing resource usage policies put forth bySUNY Fredonia.

2. List Sponsorship/Ownership• Only permanent faculty/staff of the university may

sponsor a list.

• List owners are responsible for adequatelycommunicating to the list membership (usually in theform of a charter/welcome message sent to all newsubscribers) the guidelines for list posting. Ownersshould also ensure that their subscribers are awareof certain important list configuration settings (e.g.,who can post, who can subscribe, etc.)

• List owners are responsible for ensuring appropriatemembership, as related to university functions.

• List owners are responsible for updating thesubscriber list and removing or suspending invalid orproblematic addresses.

• Institutional lists (i.e., announcements, news,proftalk) will be maintained by the InformationTechnology Services LISTSERV manager.

3. List Content and Copyright• List subscribers, owners and all others with list

posting privileges are expected to observe allapplicable copyright restrictions when posting anymaterial that is not their own. The use of a mailing list to distribute any material (including binary files) inviolation of copyright or licensing is strictly prohibited.

4. List Expiration and Renewal• All lists, except for class lists, expire on a yearly

basis at the end of each spring semester (the weekafter the end of final exams). Class lists expire at theend of each semester (the week after the end of final exams). Lists that are less than three (3) months oldat the time of expiration will not expire until the endof the following semester or academic year,whichever applies.

• All list owners will be notified by e-mail at least fourweeks prior to the expiration date. In order to renewa list, the list owner must reply to the notificationstating his/her intent to renew the list.

• If after two expiration notices the list owner has notdeclared intent to renew, the list will be deleted.

5. List Removal and Deletion• A list may be deleted at any time by the LISTSERV

manager at the request of the list sponsor.

• Information Technlogy Services reserves the right to delete lists that: (1) are mis-used; (2) do not complywith established policy; (3) pose a threat to systemsecurity or integrity. In such cases, the LISTSERVmanager will attempt to notify the list sponsor and/orprimary owner prior to the deletion of the list.


6. Information Technology Services' Rights• Information Technology Services provides

LISTSERV mailing lists as a service to the universitycommunity. As such, Information TechnologyServices reserves the right to make alterations in the service at any time for the sake of the common goodof all users.

• The LISTSERV manager reserves the right to makechanges to any list's configuration without notice inthe following cases (not exhaustive): (1) to correcterrors; (2) to make preferred changes orimprovements; (3) where the list owner has beennegligent or lax in conducting required listmaintenance.

• The LISTSERV manager reserves the right to restrict or deny any user's access to or privileges onLISTSERV with due cause. The LISTSERV softwaremay automatically and selectively deny service tousers based on bounced or excessive e-mail or other detected problems.

D. The University Website

1. The University Website and Use of the Web Servers• The SUNY Fredonia website, which begins at the

home page www.fredonia.edu is a volume ofdocuments on several servers created by diverseauthors which, as linked, represents the university as an official publication.

• All departmental or student group web pages arepart of the official university website, and arescreened, monitored, coordinated, supervised, andcontrolled by the university webmaster, who retainsthe right to edit the pages.

• All official university web pages must be designed tomeet standards of technology or content set by theuniversity webmaster or any overriding authoritysuch as SUNY or New York State.

• All authorized users of the web servers (for official orpersonal pages) will be restricted to 7 megabytes ofhard drive space per folder, and all space is to bededicated to web page use only. The university mayallow authorized individuals more than 7 megabytesof space if a legitimate academic need is describedto the webmaster. No personal file storage or otherfile activity is permitted on the web servers.

• When notified that they are exceeding the 7-megabytelimit, authorized users must delete a necessary amountof material in a time period specified by the webmasteror risk deletion of all files.

• Except that access is gained by request, web serverand website user responsibilities and access policies are the same as those under section III, IV and VI ofthis document.

• All personal and official web pages will be free ofcontent articulated in sections I and II of thisdocument, in addition to pornography, hate speech,and non-university sponsored e-commerce.

• Any official or personal web pages that employtechnological features beyond HTML, Java,JavaScript, client-side VBScript and CSS must be

submitted for review and approval to the universitywebmaster.

• Web pages using applications such as ASP must besubmitted for review and approval by the universitywebmaster.

• World-wide write access is prohibited on anypersonal or official page.

• When a violation of these policies occurs, SUNYFredonia reserves the right to remove any and allcontents in any files or folders on the web serverwithout advance notice or consultation, and torevoke server permissions to any authorized user.

• Incidences of violations found by the webmaster may be reported to appropriate university authorities.

All university-based groups (including student groups) whoselect external web developers will be responsible foroverseeing and maintaining quality control procedures andmeeting the standards of technology and content set by the university webmaster or any overriding authority such asSUNY or New York State. External developers, with nocurrent, formal or direct affiliation with the university, will not be authorized to possess individual accounts on theuniversity’s web servers. All departments or student groupswho choose to have an external developer work on theirweb pages must contact the Help Desk prior tocommencing work.

All web pages, images or files that are located on theuniversity web servers must be maintained and updated toreflect current and accurate content. In no instances shouldthe web servers be utilized for storage or archivingpurposes. Files that are no longer active or current must beremoved from the university web servers periodically, uponthe request of the university webmaster, or risk removal asdeemed appropriate by the webmaster. The webmaster willperiodically remind the campus community to purge its webserver directories of all inappropriate or out-of-date files.

Web publishers are responsible for the content of the pages theypublish on the university web server and are expected to abide bythe highest standards of quality and responsibility. Content must be relevant to the university. Web authors and publishers are requiredto comply with all SUNY Fredonia university policies, as well as alllocal, state, and federal laws concerning appropriate use ofcomputers and the Internet. Departmental web pages mustconform to the design standards set forth by the university. SeeGuidelines for Developing and Publishing New Web Pages at:www.fredonia.edu/Webservices/guidelines.asp

The purpose of the web page is to provide information tostudents and colleagues and must contain the following asa minimum:

• All TITLE tags located within HTML files must usethe following format to foster consistency, clear page identification, and increase rankings in searchengines:

TITLE FORMAT: Page Title – Departmental Name,SUNY FredoniaExample: <TITLE>Electronic Journals, Daniel A.Reed Library, SUNY Fredonia</TITLE>

• All web pages must include the university name“SUNY Fredonia.” Rationale: This will help identify


the location if the user has entered the websitewithout going through the home page.

• All pages must include a link back to the SUNYFredonia home page (http://www.fredonia.edu).

In no instances should file names include spaces. Hyphens(-), underscores (_), alpha and numbers 0-9 arepermissible.

• Correct Examples: FileName.HTMLFile-Name.HTMLFile_Name.HTML

• Incorrect Example: File Name.HTML

All web pages must meet the minimum web accessibilityrequirements as set forth under Section 508 of theRehabilitation Act, and mandated by the New York StateOffice for Technology Policy 99-3. The policy requires thatall New York State agencies’ websites provide universalaccessibility to persons with disabilities.

All pages must include the following Meta tags forsearching and identification purposes. If assistance isrequired, the following code example should be used (copyand paste the code below) and all underlined informationreplaced with keyword and a description that are specific tothe web page being created.

<HEAD>

<META NAME="keywords" CONTENT="Include important keywords from your web page here (i.e.,SUNY, public, higher education, Fredonia, America’s BestColleges, Blue Devils, music, liberal arts, ChautauquaCounty)“><META NAME=”description" CONTENT="Include a brief description of your web page here (i.e., SUNYFredonia is a four-year comprehensive, public, liberal artsuniversity in the Northern U.S., known for bachelor’s degree programs in music and education, and named one ofAmerica’s Best Colleges)“>

</HEAD>

The university will host websites for non-university,non-profit organizations as long as their function is relevantto the overall university mission, and as long as there is anactive member of the Fredonia campus community (facultyor staff holding a current appointment) who will serve as the sponsor for that website. Sponsors will be issued a specialgroup account that may be used by the web developer, and sponsors will be responsible for maintaining and monitoringthe organization’s web pages. All new websites or webpages must be submitted by the sponsor for review andapproval to the university webmaster prior to uploading tothe university servers. Sponsors must also notify theuniversity webmaster any time the content on any of thepages has been modified. These non-campus, hostedwebsites must comply with all the policies that are requiredof official university web pages. The university webmasterreserves the right to edit content and revoke serverpermissions to any authorized user who does not abide bythe policies set forth by SUNY Fredonia.

2. Personal Web Pages

Users may create their own homepages. Faculty andstudents will have FTP (File Transfer Protocol) access to apersonal directory on the university server where they can

maintain their own homepage files. Under no circumstances should personal space and/or files be shared with otherusers. In designing a personal homepage, persons shouldkeep in mind that homepages may not be used for personal profit, nor to violate copyright, pornography or any otherstate or federal laws. The university reserves the right tomonitor all work on the server and remove any personalhomepage or files it determines have violated any of thepolicies. In addition, failure to comply with computingpolicies could, in some cases, lead to disciplinary action orcriminal prosecution.

3. Blog and Forum Standards on SUNY Fredonia's Website

SUNY Fredonia Website Services provides server spaceand forum and web log or blog services in support ofscholarly, academic, extra-curricular and professionalcommunications conducted by members of the universitycommunity who have network accounts. Standards forposting behavior:

• Content should be free of vulgar, racist, sexist,homophobic, or otherwise objectionable matter,including personal attacks against named individuals.

• Posts should stay on-topic and be faithful to thetheme or purpose of the blog or forum.

• The following statement must appear on all blog andforum pages: "The views and opinions expressed inthis page are strictly those of the page author(s). The contents of this page have not been reviewed orapproved by SUNY Fredonia."

• SUNY Fredonia reserves the right to require blogand forum administrators to use university-approvedtemplates for all hosted pages.

• When blog and forum content violates universitywebsite policy or local, state or federal law, SUNYFredonia reserves the right to remove such contentor the blog or forum itself. SUNY Fredonia alsoreserves the right to do the same at its solediscretion when it is indeed appropriate to do so.

E. ANGEL Learning Management System• ANGEL policy will address items not already covered

by another policy or regulation.

• Access defaults should mirror Banner dataaccessibility rules:

• Faculty can see profile data (address, phonenumber) for students in their classes.

• Students can see profile for faculty.

• Directory information will be available toauthenticated users.

• Students who request confidentiality of directoryinformation via the Registrar will be grantedconfidentiality in ANGEL and indicated asconfidential to faculty.

• Banner data determines ANGEL course enrollmentswith a nightly add/drop. Accounts and Roster entriesare added nightly. Drops and withdrawals aremarked as "disabled" in the ANGEL course roster.There will be no self-enrollment for students incourses. Faculty may allow access to others at theirdiscretion. Courses are searchable and accessible to students upon creation.


• Undergraduate students are not authorized toaccess the ANGEL gradebook. This item is currentlyunder review and will be audited until a final decision is made.

• Students will be allowed the role of Group Leaderand will be able to request a group be made foronline collaboration from any SUNY Fredoniaemployee who agrees to sponsor their online group.Student Group Leaders can add members to thegroup if they know the Fredonia e-mail address ofthe potential member. They will not be able to listANGEL accounts or educational records. They willonly see directory information.

• Librarians will have access to courses for those whorequest reserve materials. Reserve readings will bepublished to ANGEL courses regardless of whetherthe instructor uses ANGEL for the class. Permissionis granted to library staff by the instructor via thereserve request form.

• Campus members may submit public items (news,events, forums, polls, surveys) to the ANGELAdministrator to post in Public Areas of ANGEL.Items will be selected based on their academicnature and relevance to a general student audience.Policy for increased access to public components isbeing developed.

• Fredonia ID photos will be added to ANGEL to allowinstructors to view photos of students enrolled intheir classes. (Target: Spring 2007.)

• Campus members may request guest ANGELaccounts by e-mailing the ANGEL Administrator.This item is being reviewed by the ElectronicServices Group.

• At this time, there are no plans to delete ANGELaccounts. When students graduate, their accountswill be disabled and categorized as ALUMNI. Theseaccounts may be activated as part of the Eportfolioimplementation. Employees who leave and studentswho don't return will also be disabled andcategorized as EX.

• Groups will automatically be created for Departments and Advisors based on Banner data. (Target: Spring2007).

• Data purge policies are under development.

F. Virtual Private Network

SUNY Fredonia Information Technology Services providesa Virtual Private Network (VPN) primarily for InformationTechnology Services staff to remotely and securely monitorand administer systems as necessary. The followingstandards are designed to minimize the potential exposureto SUNY Fredonia from damages, which may result fromunauthorized use of SUNY Fredonia resources. Damagesinclude the loss of sensitive or university confidential data,intellectual property, damage to public image, damage tocritical SUNY Fredonia internal systems, etc.

Limited VPN use is provided for employee administrativeaccess to confidential databases when remote work-related business is absolutely necessary, and when the employeehas Cabinet-level approval for such access. Employeeswith VPN privileges understand and agree to the following:

• It is their responsibility to select, coordinateinstallation of, and pay associated fees forhigh-speed connectivity (DSL) through an InternetService Provide (ISP).

• It is their responsibility to ensure that unauthorizedusers are not allowed access to SUNY Fredoniainternal networks via their VPN.

• VPN use is controlled using password authentication.

• VPN gateways will be set up and managed by SUNY Fredonia ITS, and only ITS-approved VPN clientsmay be used.

• By using VPN technology with personal equipment,users understand that their machines are a de factoextension of SUNY Fredonia's network, and as suchare subject to the same rules and regulations thatapply to SUNY Fredonia-owned equipment, i.e., their machines must be configured to comply with allSUNY Fredonia Security Policies, including the latest operation system security patches and anti-virussoftware definitions.

• Desktop support and connectivity issues related toVPN access are provided by Information Technology Services on state-owned equipment only.

VI. Unauthorized Use

Violation of these regulations is unethical and mayconstitute a criminal offense.

Offenses will be dealt with according to any or all of thefollowing: applicable federal laws, Chapters 156 and 165.15 of the New York State Penal Law; the SUNY FredoniaStudent Rights and Responsibilities; other laws,regulations, and policies of the campus, the State University of New York, the State of New York and the United Statesof America. Offenses may result in the suspension orpermanent closing of usernames, campus disciplinaryaction, legal action and/or other action.

When Information Technology Services or the ResidentialNetwork (ResNet) Office becomes aware of a possibleviolation, the university will initiate an investigation inconjunction with the campus Security Administrator and/orrelevant campus offices including the Office of StudentAffairs, Human Resources Office, and University Police.Users are expected to cooperate fully in such investigations when requested.

In order to prevent further unauthorized activity during thecourse of such an investigation, Information TechnologyServices may suspend authorization for use of allcomputing facilities for the user(s) involved in the violation.ResNet reserves the right to temporarily suspend a user'sInternet connection pending the outcome of any requiredAdministrative Sanction Hearing.

The following include, but are not limited to, examples ofunauthorized use:

A. Academic Dishonesty

Practicing any form of dishonesty through use of computing facilities (for example, cheating, plagiarism, or fraud) isprohibited.


B. Harassment

Using computers or networks to harass, abuse or intimidate another person is prohibited. Users shall not develop or use programs that harass other users. Users shall be sensitiveto the public nature of shared facilities, and take care not todisplay on screens in such locations images, sounds ormessages that could create an atmosphere of discomfort or harassment for others.

C. Obscenity

Obscene language in electronic mail, messages, processnames, file names, file data, and other publicly visible forms is prohibited.

D. Child Pornography

Federal Child Pornography Law makes it illegal to create,possess, or distribute graphic depiction of minors engagedin sexual activity, including computer graphics. Computersstoring such information can be seized as evidence.

E. Pornography

Pornography in electronic mail, file data, web sites, andother publicly visible forms, is prohibited.

Revised policy approved by President's Cabinet August2006.

SEXUAL DISCRIMINATION ANDSEXUAL HARASSMENT

The University Policy

Sexual discrimination in the form of sexual harassment,defined as the use of one’s authority and power to coerceanother individual into sexual acts or relations or to punishthe other for his/her refusal, shall be a violation of the policy of SUNY Fredonia.

What Is Sexual Discrimination?

“No person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, orbe subject to discrimination under any education programor activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Title IX ofthe Educational Amendments of 1972.

What Is Sexual Harassment?

Sexual harassment may include repeated unwelcomesexual advances, requests for sexual favors and otherverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature carried out bysomeone in the workplace or educational setting. Suchbehavior may offend the recipient, cause discomfort orhumiliation and interfere with job or school performance.

Peer Harassment - Students have a right to an environment free from sexual harassment, not only by persons inpositions of power, but by any member of the universitycommunity. Sexual harassment constitutes a serious threatto the free interaction and exchange necessary foreducational and personal development.

Sexual harassment may range from inappropriate sexualinnuendos to coerced sexual relations. It can happen to bothmen and women, but a woman is more often the victim.

What Can Be Done About SexualDiscrimination/Harassment?

What can a student do when he/she believes that. . .• course material ignores or depreciates a student

because of his/her sex?

• an adviser does not take a student’s career andeducational goals seriously because she/he appears to believe them inappropriate for members of his/her sex?

• a student is denied resources, such as financial aid,teaching assistantships, or admission to a programfor sexist reasons?

• a student is pressured by a professor or staff personto participate with him/her in social and/or sexualactivities?

Students often feel powerless in such situations but thereare people on campus who are willing to talk to them aboutthose problems without any obligation on the part of eitherparty. Such situations as those described above are notcondoned by SUNY Fredonia nor the teaching profession.In some instances they occur out of ignorance andmisunderstanding and need only to be brought to theattention of the professor. In other instances they can beconsidered unethical and subject to professional reprimand.

Actions A Student Can Take

(In suggested order)

1. The student can talk to the professor or staff person,carefully explaining why he/she views the particularcomment, joke, course reading, action taken, etc. as sexist.The student should regard the meeting as a kind ofconsciousness-raising session where he/she can helphim/her understand how he/she feels. Sometimes peoplearen’t aware of how their remarks or actions affectsomeone else, and communicating their feelings to theprofessor might be the most helpful to him/her in avoidingsuch actions in the future. The student is to be sure toprepare for the meeting ahead of time with documentation(e.g., class notes, tapes, specific comments he/she madeand a logical presentation). Sometimes people don’tunderstand how sexist remarks can hurt; it might help thestudent to draw the analogy of racist or anti-ethnic remarks- “Would you make fun of a person’s skin color or ethnicbackground? Then why do so with sex?” To get supportthe student should consider going to see the professor withseveral other people from class. If he/she can’t find othersin the class (and discussing the issues with other studentsin itself may help raise consciousness), he/she should takefriends along who aren’t in the class. The student mightalso seek help from those listed below.

2. The student should contact university people and groupswho are concerned about sexual discrimination. Thesepeople are willing to listen, discuss specific incidents, andprovide help and advice if wanted:

Sandra A. Lewis, Affirmative Action (ext. 3358)

Ann McCarron Burns, University Police (ext. 3465)

David E. Herman, Student Affairs (ext. 3271)

Leanna White, Counseling Center (ext. 3424)

Monica White, Student Affairs (ext. 3271)


Averl Otis, Multicultural Affairs (ext. 3398)

3. If a student has talked to the professor or staff personand sexual discrimination continues, the student shouldwrite a letter to him/her documenting the incidents andexplaining why they are offensive. The student should statethat he/she has not obtained results from previousdiscussion(s) and note the date(s) of the discussion(s). Thestudent should send a carbon copy to the head of his/herdepartment or unit and to one of the above-listed people.Students who fail to receive a satisfactory answer from thestaff members and/or head, should request a meeting withthe two of them and take along an objective third party(another professor or perhaps one of the people in theabove list).

4. Students should not enroll in classes that are sexuallydiscriminatory, and should let the professor know why theyhaven’t enrolled. In filling out course evaluation forms, astudent should make it known why he/she has beenoffended by such discriminatory comments or actions. If the professor has responded to earlier complaints and hasmade efforts to change, support those efforts in theevaluation. Students are asked to remember to always givefull support to professors who are fair and who treatstudents as human beings regardless of sex.

5. It may be necessary to file a formal grievance orcomplaint. This is a very serious step and should not beundertaken without discussion and counsel with a staffmember who understands established grievanceprocedures at SUNY Fredonia. Once again, students areasked to consult with one of the people on the above list.

Credit for the above is readily given to the Project on theStatus and Education of Women, Association of AmericanColleges, 1818 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., and theUtah State University Committee on the Status of Women.

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, asamended, sets forth requirements designed to protect theprivacy of parents and students. The statute governs theaccess to records maintained by educational institutions,and the release of such records.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act permits current or former students to inspect and review their educationrecords. Students are also accorded a right to a hearing inorder to question the contents of their education records.

Written consent from students may be required beforepersonally identifiable information about them will bereleased from their education records, as provided by law.

Specifically, institutions are permitted to release directoryinformation on students unless the students have notifiedthe institution to withhold this information. Directoryinformation is "public" information, which may be releasedwithout the student's consent to persons making inquiry.Personally identifiable information designated as directoryinformation includes: the student’s name; local address and local telephone number; university-assigned e-mailaddress; student's home address and home telephonenumber; parent's name, address and telephone number;class schedule; date and place of birth; major field of study;class standing; participation in officially recognized sportsand activities; weight and height (athletes); electronicimages (photographs); dates of attendance at university; degrees and awards received; and the most recentprevious educational institution attended.

Inquiries or complaints may be filed with the Family PolicyCompliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-5901.

Copies of the SUNY Fredonia compliance policy and theFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act are available atthe Office of Student Affairs.

RULES AND REGULATIONS FORMAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC ORDERON CAMPUSThe materials below consist of regulations of the State University of NewYork Board of Trustees. However, it is not the Official Compilation of theCodes, Rules, and Regulations of the State of New York. Readers areadvised to refer to the Official Compilation ( 8 NYCRR Part 535 et seq) incase of questions.

Part 5351. Statement of Purpose. The following rules are adopted in compliance

with Section 6450 of the Education Law and shall be filed with theCommissioner of Education and the Board of Regents on or before July 20, 1969, as required by that section. Said rules shall be subject toamendment or revision and any amendments or revisions thereof shallbe filed with the Commissioner of Education and Board of Regentswithin 10 days after adoption. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall it beconstrued, to limit or restrict the freedom of speech or peacefulassembly. Free inquiry and free expression are indispensable to theobjectives of a higher educational institution. Similarly, experience hasdemonstrated that the traditional autonomy of the educational institution (and the accompanying institutional responsibility for the maintenanceof order) is best suited to achieve these objectives. These rules shallnot be construed to prevent or limit communication between and among faculty, students, and administration, or to relieve the institution of itsspecial responsibility for self-regulation in the preservation of public

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order. Their purpose is not to prevent or restrain controversy anddissent but to prevent abuse of the rights of others and to maintain thatpublic order appropriate to a college or university campus without which there can be no intellectual freedom and they shall be interpreted andapplied to that end.

2. Application of Rules. These rules shall apply to all state-operatedinstitutions of the State University except as provided in Part 550 asapplicable to the State University Maritime College. These rules may be supplemented by additional rules for the maintenance of public orderheretofore or hereafter adopted for any individual institution, approvedand adopted by the State University trustees and filed with theCommissioner of Education and Board of Regents, but only to theextent that such additional rules are not inconsistent herewith. Therules hereby adopted shall govern the conduct of students, faculty, andother staff, licensees, invitees, and all other persons, whether or nottheir presence is authorized, upon the campus of any institution towhich such rules are applicable and also upon or with respect to anyother premises or property, under the control of such institution, used in its teaching, research, administrative, service, cultural, recreational,athletic, and other programs and activities; provided however, thatcharges against any student for violation of these rules upon thepremises of any such institution other than the one at which he/she is in attendance shall be heard and determined at the institution in whichhe/she is enrolled as a student.

3. Prohibited conduct. No person, either singly or in concert with others,shall:

(a) willfully cause physical injury to any other person, nor threaten to do so for the purpose of compelling or inducing such other person torefrain from any act which he/she has a lawful right to do or to do anyact which he/she has a lawful right not to do;

(b) physically restrain or detain any other person, nor remove suchperson from any place where he/she is authorized to remain;

(c) willfully damage or destroy property of the institution or under itsjurisdiction, nor remove or use such property without authorization;

(d) without permission, expressed or implied, enter into any privateoffice of an administrative officer, member of the faculty or staffmember;

(e) enter upon and remain in any building or facility for any purposeother than its authorized uses or in such manner as to obstruct itsauthorized use by others;

(f) without authorization, remain in any building or facility after it isnormally closed;

(g) refuse to leave any building or facility after being required to do soby an authorized administrative officer;

(h) obstruct the free movement of persons and vehicles in any place towhich these rules apply;

(i) deliberately disrupt or prevent the peaceful and orderly conduct ofclasses, lectures, and meetings or deliberately interfere with thefreedom of any person to express his/her views, including invitedspeakers;

(j) knowingly have in his/her possession upon any premises to whichthese rules apply, any rifle, shotgun, pistol, revolver, or other firearm orweapon without the written authorization of the chief administrativeofficer; whether or not a license to possess the same has been issuedto such person;

(k) willfully incite others to commit any of the acts herein prohibited withspecific intent to procure them to do so; or

(l) take any action, create, or participate in the creation of, any situationwhich recklessly or intentionally endangers mental or physical health orwhich involves the forced consumption of liquor or drugs for thepurpose of initiation into or affiliation with any organization.

4. Freedom of Speech and Assembly: Picketing and Demonstrations.

(a) No student, faculty, or other staff member or authorized visitor shallbe subject to any limitation or penalty solely for the expression ofhis/her views nor for having assembled with others for such purpose.Peaceful picketing and other orderly demonstrations in public areas ofground and building will not be interfered with. Those involved inpicketing and demonstrations may not, however, engage in specificconduct in violation of the provisions of the preceding section.

(b) In order to afford maximum protection to the participants and to theinstitutional community, each state-operated institution of the StateUniversity shall promptly adopt and promulgate, and thereafter continue in effect as revised from time to time, procedures appropriate to suchinstitution for the giving of reasonable advance notice to such institution

of any planned assembly, picketing, or demonstration upon the grounds of such institution, its proposed locale and intended purpose; provided,however, that the giving of such notice shall not be made a conditionprecedent to any such assembly, picketing, or demonstration andprovided, further, that this provision shall not supersede nor precludethe procedures in effect at such institution for obtaining permission touse the facilities thereof.

5. Penalties. A person who shall violate any of the provisions of theserules (or of the rules of any individual institution) shall:

(a) If he/she is a licensee or invitee, have his/her authorization toremain upon the campus or other property withdrawn and shall bedirected to leave the premises. In the event of his/her failure to do sohe/she shall be subject to ejection.

(b) If he/she is a trespasser or visitor without specific license orinvitation, be subject to ejection.

(c) If he/she is a student, be subject to expulsion or such lesserdisciplinary action as the facts of the case may warrant, includingsuspension, probation, loss of privileges, reprimand, or warning.

(d) If he/she is a faculty member having a term or continuingappointment, be guilty of misconduct and be subject to dismissal ortermination of his/her employment or such lesser disciplinary action asthe facts may warrant including suspension without pay or censure.

(e) If he/she is a staff member in the classified service of the civilservice, described in Section 75 of the Civil Service Law, be guilty ofmisconduct, and be subject to the penalties prescribed in said section.

(f) If he/she is a staff member other than one described in subdivisions(d) and (e) of this section, be subject to dismissal, suspension withoutpay, or censure.

6. Procedure.

(a) The chief administrative officer or his/her designee shall inform anylicensee or invitee who shall violate any provisions of these rules (or ofthe rules of any individual institution supplementing or implementingthese rules) that his/her license or invitation is withdrawn and shalldirect him/her to leave the campus or other property of the institution. In the event of his/her failure or refusal to do so such officer shall causehis/her ejection from such campus or property.

(b) In the case of any other violator, who is neither a student nor facultyor other staff member, the chief administrative officer or his/herdesignee shall inform him/her that he/she is not authorized to remain on the campus or other property of the institution and direct him/her toleave such premises. In the event of his/her failure or refusal to do sosuch officer shall cause his/her ejection from such campus or property.Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to authorize the presence of any such person at any time prior to such violation nor to affecthis/her liability to prosecution for trespass or loitering as prescribed inthe Penal Law.

(c) In the case of a student, charges for violation of any of these rules(or of the rules of any individual institution supplementing orimplementing these rules) shall be presented and shall be heard anddetermined in the manner hereinafter provided in Section 535.9 of thisPart.

(d) In the case of a faculty member having a continuing or termappointment, charges of misconduct in violation of these rules (or of the rules of any individual institution supplementing or implementing theserules) shall be made, heard and determined in accordance with Title Dof Part 338 of the policies of the Board of Trustees.

(e) In the case of any staff member who holds a position in theclassified civil service, described in Section 75 of the Civil Service Law,charges of misconduct in violation of these rules (or of the rules of anyindividual institution supplementing or implementing these rules) shallbe made, heard and determined as prescribed in that section.

(f) Any other faculty or staff member who shall violate any provision ofthese rules (or of the rules of any individual institution supplementing orimplementing these rules) shall be dismissed, suspended, or censured bythe appointing authority prescribed in the policies of the Board of Trustees.

7. Enforcement Program.

(a) The chief administrative officer shall be responsible for theenforcement of these rules (or of the rules of any individual institutionsupplementing or implementing these rules) and shall designate theother administrative officers who are authorized to take action inaccordance with such rules when required or appropriate to carry theminto effect.

(b) It is not intended by any provision herein to curtail the right ofstudents, faculty, or staff to be heard upon any matter affecting them in


their relations with the institution. In the case of any apparent violationof these rules (or of the rules of any individual institution supplementingor implementing these rules) by such persons, which, in the judgmentof the chief administrative officer or his/her designee, does not poseany immediate threat of injury to person or property, such officer maymake reasonable effort to learn the cause of the conduct in questionand to persuade those engaged therein to desist and to resort topermissible methods for the resolution of any issues which may bepresented. In doing so such officer shall warn such persons of theconsequences of persistence in the prohibited conduct, including theirejection from any premises of the institution where their continuedpresence and conduct is in violation of these rules (or of the rules ofany individual institution supplementing or implementing these rules).

(c) In any case where violation of these rules (or of the rules of anyindividual institution supplementing or implementing these rules) doesnot cease after such warning and in other cases of willful violation ofsuch rules, the chief administrative officer or his/her designee shallcause the ejection of the violator from any premises which he/sheoccupies in such violation and shall initiate disciplinary action ashereinbefore provided.

(d) The chief administrative officer or his/her designee may apply to thepublic authorities for any aid which he/she deems necessary in causingthe ejection of any violator of these rules (or of the rules of anyindividual institution supplementing or implementing these rules) andhe/she may request the State University counsel to apply to any courtof appropriate jurisdiction for an injunction to restrain the violation orthreatened violation of such rules.

8. Communication. In matters of the sort to which these rules areaddressed, full and prompt communication among all components ofthe institutional community, faculty, students, and administration, ishighly desirable. To the extent that time and circumstances permit,such communication should precede the exercise of the authority,discretion, and responsibilities granted and imposed in these rules. Tothese ends each state-operated institution of the State University shallemploy such procedures and means, formal and informal, as willpromote such communication.

9. Notice, Hearing and Determination of Charges Against Students.*

(a) The term chief administrative officer, as used in these rules, shall be deemed to mean and include any person authorized to exercise thepowers of that office during a vacancy therein or during the absence ordisability of the incumbent and for purposes of this section shall alsoinclude any designee appointed by said officer.

(b) Whenever a complaint is made to the chief administrative officer ofany state-operated institution of the university of a violation by a student or students of the rules prescribed in this Part (or of any rules adoptedby an individual institution supplementing or implementing such rules)or whenever he/she has knowledge that such a violation may haveoccurred, he/she shall cause an investigation to be made and thestatements of the complainants, if any, and of other persons havingknowledge of the facts reduced to writing. If he/she is satisfied fromsuch investigation and statements that there is reasonable ground tobelieve that there has been such a violation, he/she shall prepare orcause to be prepared charges against the student or students allegedto have committed such violation which shall state the provisionprescribing the offense and shall specify the ultimate facts alleged toconstitute such offense.

(c) Such charges shall be in writing and shall be served on the studentor students named therein by delivering the same to him/her or thempersonally, if possible, or, if not, by mailing a copy of such charges byregistered mail to such student or students at his/her or their usualplace or places of abode while attending college and also to his/her ortheir home address or addresses, if different.

(d) The notice of charges so served shall fix a date for hearing thereonnot less than 10 nor more than 15 days from the date of service whichshall be the date of mailing where necessary to effect service by mail.Failure to appear in response to the charges on the date fixed forhearing, unless there has been a continuance for good cause shown,shall be deemed to be an admission of the facts stated in such chargesand shall warrant such action as may then be appropriate thereon.Before taking such action the hearing committee, hereinafter referredto, shall give notice to any student, who has failed to appear, in themanner prescribed in subdivision (c), of its proposed findings andrecommendations to be submitted to the chief administrative officer and shall so submit such findings and recommendations 10 days thereafterunless the student has meanwhile shown good cause for his/her failureto appear, in which case a date for hearing shall be fixed.

(e) Upon demand at any time before or at the hearing, the studentcharged or his/her representative, duly designated, shall be furnished a

copy of the statements taken by the chief administrative officer inrelation to such charges and with the names of any other witnesseswho will be produced at the hearing in support of the charges; provided, however, that this shall not preclude the testimony of witnesses whowere unknown at the time of such demand.

(f) The chief administrative officer may, upon the service of charges,suspend the student named therein, from all or any part of theinstitution’s premises or facilities, pending the hearing anddetermination thereof, whenever, in his/her judgment, the continuedpresence of such student would constitute a clear danger tohimself/herself or to the safety of persons or property on the premisesof the institution or would pose an immediate threat of disruptiveinterference with the normal conduct of the institution’s activities andfunctions; provided, however, that the chief administrative officer shallgrant an immediate hearing on request of any student so suspendedwith respect to the basis for such suspension.

(g) There shall be constituted at each state-operated institution ahearing committee to hear charges against students of violation of therules for maintenance of public order prescribed by or referred to in thisPart. Such committee shall consist of three members of theadministrative staff and three members of the faculty, designated by the chief administrative officer, and three students who shall be designatedby the members named by the chief administrative officer. Each suchmember shall serve until his/her successor or replacement has beendesignated. No member of the committee shall serve in any case where he/she is a witness or is or has been directly involved in the eventsupon which the charges are based. In order to provide for cases wherethere may be such a disqualification and for cases of absence ordisability, the chief administrative officer shall designate an alternatemember of the administrative staff and an alternate member of thefaculty, and his/her principal designees shall designate an alternatestudent member, to serve in such cases. Any five members of thecommittee may conduct hearings and make findings andrecommendations as hereinafter provided. At any institution where thechief administrative officer determines that the number of hearingswhich will be required to be held is, or may be, so great that they cannot otherwise be disposed of with reasonable speed, he/she maydetermine that the hearing committee shall consist of six members ofthe administrative staff and six members of the faculty to be designatedby him/her and of six students who shall be designated by the members so designated by him/her. In such event the chief administrative officershall designate one of such members as chairperson who may dividethe membership of the committee into three divisions each to consist oftwo members of the administrative staff, two faculty members, and twostudents and may assign charges among such divisions for hearing.Any four members of each such division may conduct hearings andmake recommendations as hereinafter provided.

(h) The hearing committee shall not be bound by the technical rules ofevidence but may hear or receive any testimony or evidence which isrelevant and material to the issues presented by the charges and which will contribute to a full and fair consideration thereof and determinationthereon. A student against whom the charges are made may appear by and with representatives of his/her choice. He/she may confront andexamine witnesses against him/her and may produce witnesses anddocumentary evidence in his/her own behalf. There may be present atthe hearing: the student charged and his/her representatives andwitnesses; other witnesses; representatives of the institutionaladministration; and, unless the student shall request a closed hearing,such other members of the institutional community or other persons, orboth, as may be admitted by the hearing committee. A transcript of theproceedings shall be made.

(i) Within 20 days after the close of a hearing the hearing committeeshall submit a report of its findings of fact and recommendations fordisposition of the charges to the chief administrative officer, togetherwith a transcript of the proceedings, and shall at the same time transmit a copy of its report to the student concerned or his/her representative.Within 10 days thereafter the chief administrative officer shall makehis/her determination thereon. Final authority to dismiss the charges orto determine the guilt of those against whom they are made and toexpel, suspend, or otherwise discipline them shall be vested in the chief administrative officer. If he/she shall reject the findings of the hearingcommittee in whole or in part, he/she shall make new findings whichmust be based on substantial evidence in the record and shall includethem in the notice of his/her final determination which shall be servedupon the student or students with respect to whom it is made.

*Applies to charges for violation of the rules prescribed by or referred to in this Part heretofore served which have not been finally determinedwithin 60 days after the adoption hereof, which charges shall bereferred to the committee constituted pursuant to said Section 535.9 fordetermination in accordance therewith, and said section shall apply to

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all charges for violation of such rules hereafter made, whether forviolations heretofore or hereafter committed.

10. Rules for Organizations.

(a) Organizations. Organizations which operate upon the campus ofany state-operated institution or upon the property of anystate-operated institution used for educational purposes shall beprohibited from authorizing the conduct described in subdivision (l) ofsection 535.3 of this Part.

(b) Procedure. The chief administrative officer at each state-operatedinstitution shall be responsible for the enforcement of this section, and,as used herein, the term chief administrative officer shall include anydesignee appointed by said officer.

(1) Whenever the chief administrative officer has determined onthe basis of a complaint or personal knowledge that there is reasonable ground to believe that there has been a violation of this section by anyorganization, the chief administrative officer shall prepare or cause tobe prepared written charges against the organization which shall statethe provision proscribing the conduct and shall specify the ultimatefacts alleged to constitute such violation.

(2) Such written charges shall be served upon the principal officer of the organization by registered or certified mail, return receiptrequested, to the organization's current address and shall beaccompanied by a notice that the organization may respond in writingto the charges within 10 days of receipt of said notice. The notice of thecharge so served shall include a statement that the failure to submit aresponse within 10 days shall be deemed to be an admission of thefacts stated in such charges and shall warrant the imposition of thepenalty described in subdivision (c) of this section. The response shallbe submitted to the chief administrative officer and shall constitute theformal denial or affirmation of the ultimate facts alleged in the charge.The chief administrative officer may allow an extension of the 10-dayresponse period.

(3) Upon written request, by an authorized representative of theorganization, the chief administrative officer shall provide therepresentative organization an opportunity for a hearing. A hearingpanel designated by the chief administrative officer shall hear or receive any testimony or evidence which is relevant and material to the issuespresented by the charge and which will contribute to a full and fairconsideration thereof and determination thereon. The organization'srepresentative may confront and examine witnesses against it and mayproduce witnesses and documentary evidence on its behalf. Thehearing panel shall submit written findings of fact and recommendations for disposition of the charge to the chief administrative officer within 20days after the close of the hearing.

(4) Final authority to dismiss the charges or to make a finaldetermination shall be vested in the chief administrative officer. Noticeof the decision shall be in writing; shall include the reasons supportingsuch decision; and shall be served on the principal officer of theorganization by mail in the manner described in paragraph (2) of thissubdivision within a reasonable time after such decision is made.

(c) Penalties. Any organization which authorizes the prohibited conductdescribed in subdivision (l) of Section 535.3 of this Part shall be subject to the rescission of permission to operate upon the campus or upon the property of the state-operated institution used for educational purposes. The penalty provided in this subdivision shall be in addition to anypenalty which may be imposed pursuant to the Penal Law and anyother provision of law or to any penalty to which an individual may besubject pursuant to this Part.

(d) Bylaws. Section 6450(1) of the Education Law requires that theprovisions of this Part which prohibit reckless or intentionalendangerment to health or forced consumption of liquor or drugs for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with any organization shall bedeemed to be part of the bylaws of all organizations which operateupon the campus of any state-operated institution used for educationalpurposes. The statute further requires that each such organization shall review these bylaws annually with individuals affiliated with theorganization.

(e) Distribution. Copies of the provision of this Part which prohibitreckless or intentional endangerment to health or forced consumptionof liquor or drugs for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with anyorganization shall be given to all students enrolled in eachstate-operated institution.

NEW YORK STATE EDUCATIONDEPARTMENT COMPLAINT NOTICEPersons should note that the State University at Fredoniaadministers internal procedures to receive, investigate andresolve student complaints concerning requirementsestablished in this catalog. Informal and formal means bywhich students can seek redress of grievances areidentified through this document. Students are assured of areasonable and appropriate time frame for investigating and resolving a formal complaint, that final determination ofeach formal complaint will be made by a person or personsnot directly involved in the alleged problem, and thatassurances that no adverse action will be taken against astudent filing a complaint and that notice to students aboutthe state consumer complaint process has been made.

Informal and formal complaints should be initiated in theappropriate departments. In the absence of a timelyresponse or resolution, a student should contact one of thefollowing offices:

Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, EighthFloor, Maytum Hall (Ext. 3335)

Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, SixthFloor, Maytum Hall (Ext. 3271)

Office of the Vice President for Administration, FifthFloor, Maytum Hall (Ext. 3109)

Office of Human Resources, Fifth Floor, Maytum Hall(Ext. 3434)

In addition, in New York State, a complaint may be filed byany person with reason to believe that an institution hasacted contrary to its published standards or that conditionsat the institution appear to jeopardize the quality of theinstitution’s instructional programs or the general welfare ofits students. Any person who believes he or she has beenaggrieved by an institution may file a written complaint withthe Office of College and University Evaluation.

How to File a Complaint

1. The person should first try to resolve the complaintdirectly with the institution by following the internalcomplaint procedures provided by the institution. Aninstitution of higher education is required to publish itsinternal complaint procedure in a primary informationdocument such as the catalog or student handbook. (Thedepartment suggests that the complainant keep copies ofall correspondence with the institution.)

2. If a person is unable to resolve the complaint with theinstitution or believes that the institution has not properlyaddressed the concerns, he or she may send a letter to theOffice of College and University Evaluation.

Persons should not send a complaint to the Office ofCollege and University Evaluation until he/she has read allthe information below. This will assure that he/she issending the complaint to the appropriate agency/office.

The Office of College and University Evaluation handlesonly those complaints that concern educational programs or practices of degree-granting institutions subject to theRegulations of the Commissioner of Education, with theexceptions noted on the next page:


• The office does not handle anonymous complaints

• Complaints concerning programs in fields leading toprofessional licensure (e.g., nursing) should bedirected to:

Office of the ProfessionsProfessional Education Program ReviewEducation Building, 2 WestAlbany, NY 12234

• A complaint against a college in the State Universitysystem should be sent to:

State University of New YorkCentral AdministrationState University PlazaAlbany, NY 12246

• A complaint against a college in the City Universitysystem should be sent to:

The City University of New YorkCentral Administration535 East 80th St.New York, NY 10021

• A complaint involving discrimination against enrolledstudents on the part of an institution or faculty, orinvolving sexual harassment, should be filed with the U.S. Office for Civil Rights, 75 Park Place, New York, NY 10007. Complaints about two-year collegesconcerning sexual harassment/discrimination basedon race, ethnicity, gender and disabilities may alsobe reported to the Office of Equity and Access,VATEA Program, 10th Floor, Education BuildingAddition, Hawk Street, Albany, NY 12234

• A complaint of consumer fraud on the part of theinstitution should be directed to the Office of the New York State Attorney General, Justice Building,Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12223.

• The Office of College and University Evaluation does not intervene in matters concerning an individual'sgrades or examination results, as these are theprerogative of the college's faculty.

• The Office of College and University Evaluation does not handle complaints concerning actions thatoccurred more than five years ago.

• The Office of College and University Evaluation does not intervene in matters that are or have been inlitigation.

• For a complaint about state student financial aidmatters, persons should contact the HigherEducation Services Corporation Center at1-888-NYS-HESC.

Complaintants should be aware that the Office ofCollege and University Evaluation does not conduct ajudicial investigation and has no legal authority torequire a college or university to comply with acomplaintants request.

If a complaint does not fall into one of the exceptions noted above, persons should contact the Office of College and University Evaluation atwww.highered.nysed.gov/ocue/home.html.

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STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORKBOARD OF TRUSTEESThomas F. Egan, A.B., J.D., Chairperson . . . . . . . . Rye

Randy A. Daniels, B.S., Vice Chairperson . . . New York City

Alyssa Amyotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plattsburgh

Aminy I. Audi, B.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fayetteville

Robert J. Bellafiore, B.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delmar

Christopher Parker Conners, B.S. . . . . . . . . Niskayuna

Edward F. Cox, B.A., J.D.. . . . . . . . . . New York City

Father John J. Cremins, B.A., M.Div., Ph.D. . . . . Forest Hills

Candace deRussy, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. . . . . . . . Bronxville

Gordon R. Gross, L.L.B... . . . . . . . . . . . . Amherst

Stephen J. Hunt, B.A., M.B.A.. . . . . . . . . . . Katonah

Michael E. Russell, B.S.. . . . . . . . . . . East Setauket

Teresa A. Santiago, B.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . Hartsdale

Kay Stafford. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plattsburgh

Harvey F. Wachsman, B.A., M.D., J.D. . . . . Upper Brookville

Gerri Warren-Merrick, B.A. . . . . . . . . . New York City

ChancellorJohn R. Ryan, USN (Ret.), B.S., M.S.

Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Risa Palm, B.A., B.S., M.A.; Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor and Secretary of the University John J. O’Connor, B.A., M.S.

Vice Chancellor and Chief Fin. Officer, Enroll. and Univ. Life Kimberly R. Cline, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.

STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT FREDONIA

COLLEGE COUNCILJoAnn Niebel, B.A., C.S.W., M.S.W., Chair . . . . . . Dunkirk

Russell E. Diethrick Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamestown

Shirley Miller Erbsmehl, B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed. . . . . . . Fredonia

Heather Morey Foley, B.S. Ed., M.S.Ed. . . . . . . Fredonia

Robert L. Heichberger, B.S., Ed.M., Ed.D. . . . . . Gowanda

Ann James Manly, B.A., M.A.. . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

David J. Maternowski, B.A., B.S. . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Michael J. Sullivan, B.A., J.D. . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Carla L. Westerlund, B.A., M.S.Ed. . . . . . . . Greenhurst

Student Member

Denise M. Szalkowski, Secretary to the Council

FREDONIA COLLEGE FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORSCarol A. Ward, ’81, Chair . . . . . . . . . Gaithersburg, Md.

Kurt W. Maytum, Vice Chair . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Jean M. Malinoski, '68, '81, Secretary . . . . . . . Forestville

Richard A. Gilman, Ph.D., Treasurer . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Stan Lundine, J.D., Immediate Past Chair . . . . . . Ashville

John Campbell, '81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta, Ga.

David H. Carnahan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mayville

Rocco R. Doino, Ed.D., '52 . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Gileen W. French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

Gretchen Geitter, '91 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lancaster

Greg Gibbs, Ph.D., '71(ex-officio) . . . . . . . . . Hamburg

Amos Goodwine Jr., '72 . . . . . . . . . . North East, Pa.

Walter J. Gotowka, '81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

Dennis L. Hefner, Ph.D. (ex-officio) . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Richard Johnson, CPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Paul Letersky, '65 . . . . . . . . . . . . Westport, Conn.

David Mancuso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

Michael A. Marletta, Ph.D., ’73. . . . . . . . Berkeley, Calif.

James McDonnell, Ph.D., '53 . . . . . . . . . . . Amherst

Joan Patrie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamestown

Diane Pennica, Ph.D., '73 . . . . . . . . Burlingame, Calif.

R. Bard Schaack, J.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dewittvillle

Michael Schiavone, J.D., '78 . . . . . . . . . . . Clarence

Debra Horn Stachura, '75 . . . . . . . . . . West Seneca

Jeffrey J. Wallace Sr., Ph.D., ’68 . . . . . . . Fairlawn, Ohio

Hadley Weinberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bemus Point

Henry K. (Mike) Williams IV, '95. . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Nancy L. Yocum, '90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

David M. Tiffany, Ph.D., (ex-officio), Vice President for UniversityAdvancement and Executive Director . . . . . . . Fredonia

Honorary MembersRobert E. Coon, '50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Adelaide Gaeddert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Douglas H. Manly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Robert A. Maytum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

James H. Mintun Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

J. Brien Murphy, Ed.D., '53, '56 . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Edward C. Steele . . . . . . . . . . . . Hobe Sound, Fla.

Kenneth W. Strickler . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamestown

George B. Weaver Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

FREDONIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORSMarybeth Friscic, '86, President . . . . . . . . . Hamburg

Greg Gibbs, Ph.D., '71, Vice President . . . . . . . Hamburg

Douglas Fenton, '78, Secretary . . . . . . . . . . Dunkirk

William Scott III, '96, Treasurer . . . . . . . . Orchard Park

Jean Blackmore, '82 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

William Patrick Carlson, '88. . . . . . . San Francisco, Calif.

Michael Castelle, '88 . . . . . . . . . . . . Roswell, Ga.

Frances D'Angelo, '52 . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamestown

Shirley Miller Erbsmehl, '58 . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Jeffrey Fancher, '82 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Robert Hagstrom, Ph.D., '64 . . . . . . . . . . . Ashville

Debra Joy, '76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Desert Hills, Ariz.

Linda Kaminski, '86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fredonia

Alexsandra Lopez, '99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffalo

Emma Sharp McFayden, '76 . . . . . . . . . Williamsville

Kevin Porteus, '85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . West Seneca

Sherryl Weems, Ph.D., '76 . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffalo

Laura Bonomo Wrubel, '71 . . . . . . . . . . . Geneseo

Patricia A. Feraldi, '77, Director of Alumni Affairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffalo


FREDONIA CAMPUS ADMINISTRATIONDENNIS L. HEFNER, President

Washington State University, Ph.D.

SANDRA A. LEWIS, Director of Affirmative ActionMarquette University, M.S.

DENISE M. SZALKOWSKI, Assistant to the PresidentSUNY Empire State College, B.S.

Academic AffairsVIRGINIA S. HORVATH, Vice President for Academic Affairs

Kent State University, Ph.D.

MELINDA KARNES, Associate Vice President for Academic AffairsSaint Louis University, Ph.D.

KAREN KLOSE, Associate Vice President for Information TechnologySUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

A. JACQUELINE SWANSINGER, Interim Associate Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research

Rutgers University, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

DAVID W. EWING, Dean of the College of Natural and Social Sciences Ohio University, Ph.D.

CHRISTINE C. GIVNER, Dean of the College of EducationUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.

THOMAS LOUGHLIN, Interim Dean of the College of Arts and HumanitiesUniversity of Nebraska, M.F.A.

AdministrationTRACY S. BENNETT, CPA, Vice President for Administration

SUNY at Albany, B.S.

LYNN BOWERS, Director of Student AccountsSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

KEVIN CLOOS, DIrector of Facilities ManagementRochester Institute of Technology, B.S. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

SANDRA COLVENBACK, Director of BudgetJamestown Community College, A.S.

SUSAN CORTES, Personnel AssistantSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

MICHAEL DALEY, Director of Human ResourcesUniversity of New Haven, M.B.A.

LAURIE ENSIGN, Coordinator of Employee BenefitsBryant & Stratton, A.O.S.

MARKUS KESSLER, Director of Facilities PlanningSUNY at Buffalo, M.ARCH.

JUDY LANGWORTHY, Director of State AccountingSt. Bonaventure University, M.B.A.

SHARI MILLER, Director of PurchasingSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

CHARLES NOTARO, Associate Vice President and Executive Director, Faculty Student Association

Canisius College, M.B.A. President’s Award for Excellence

JAMES PEPE, Director of Facilities ManagementSyracuse University, B.ARCH.

KAREN PORPIGLIA, Associate Vice President for FinanceNiagara University, B.S.

JODI RZEPKA, Director of Payroll ServicesSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

MARNE SMITH, Director of Environmental Health and SafetySUNY Fredonia, B.S.

MARTHA SMITH, Director of Revenue AccountingSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

SOTERIS TZITZIS, Director of College ServicesErie Community College, A.S.

AdmissionsMICHAEL BLEECHER, Interim Director

SUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

ELIZABETH A. CURTIN-O’BRIEN, Associate DirectorSUNY Fredonia, M.S. President’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

AARON MARSHALL, Assistant DirectorPennsylvania State University, M.A.

JESSICA PENDL-COWAN, Assistant DirectorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

SHANNON PHILLIPS, Admissions CounselorUniversity of Minnesota, J.D.

DAVID J. STEINER, Admissions CounselorGannon University, M.S.

DAVID M. WHITE, Admissions CounselorUniversity of Nebraska, B.S.

AdvisingVIVIAN GARCÍA, Director; Associate Dean for Liberal Arts

Syracuse University Law School, J.D.The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

JOANNE L. MARTONIS, Senior Academic AdvisorSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

Career DevelopmentJUDITH A. ELWINGER, Director

SUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service President’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

MARJORIE MALONEY PLAISTER, Assistant DirectorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

CHRISTOPHER LaGROW, Assistant DirectorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

TRACY COLLINGWOOD, Internship CoordinatorSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

Counseling CenterSALLY MURPHY, Director

University of South Dakota, Ed.D.

LEANNA WHITE, Senior CounselorUniversity of Missouri-Columbia, Ph.D.

TRACY STENGER, Professional CounselorBall State University, M.A.

JEFF JANICKI, Professional CounselorGannon University, M.S.

JULIE BEZEK, CEASE CoordinatorBowling Green State University, M.A.

Disability Support Services for Students (see Learning Center)

Educational Development ProgramKATHLEEN BONDS, Director

SUNY College at Buffalo, B.S.

JANET A. KNAPP, Assistant DirectorCanisius College, M.S.

RACHEL SKEMER, CounselorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

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Faculty Student AssociationCHARLES NOTARO, Associate Vice President and FSA Executive Director

Canisius College, M.B.A. President’s Award for Excellence

LORRIE CORSI, Director of Human ResourcesSALLY EGAN-WITTIG, Special Programs Manager

Corning Community College, A.S.

JACQUELINE HOBSON, Executive AssistantMICHAEL PROFFER, Director of Dining Services

University of Missouri at Columbia, M.A. SUNY Fredonia, M.A.

RICHARD SCHRANTZ, Director of Support ServicesMATTHEW SNYDER, Controller

SUNY Oswego, B.S.

CHRISTOPHER ZENNS, Director of Retail OperationsSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

Financial AidDANIEL M. TRAMUTA, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services

SUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

AMY BEERS, Aid AdvisorSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

JEREMY CORRENTE, Assistant Director of Financial AidSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

TRACY KELLY, Aid AdvisorSUNY at Buffalo, B.A.

MEGAN A. ZAFFALON, Assistant Director of Financial AidSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

Health CenterPATRICIA BORIS, N.P., Nurse Practitioner, Director of Health Center

SUNY at Buffalo, M.S.

DEBORAH DIBBLE, N.P., Nurse PractitionerSyracuse University, M.S.

CAROL CALARCO, R.N., Registered Nurse IJamestown Community College, A.A.S.

TERI SEIBERT, R.N.C., Registered Nurse IISUNY at Buffalo, B.S.N.

SHERRY SMALL, R.N., Registered Nurse ISUNY Brockport, B.S.N.

MARY PRICE, R.N., Registered Nurse IMillard Fillmore Hospital School of Nursing

FRANCES POLITO, M.T. (ASCP), Medical TechnologistSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

Information Technology ServicesKAREN S. KLOSE, Associate Vice President

SUNY Fredonia, M.S. Ed.

Administrative Information Technology

FREDERICK D. ULLMAN, DirectorClarkson University, Ph.D.

CHRISTOPHER E. LEWIS, Director of ProgrammingMarquette University, Ph.D.

MICHAEL VANDE VELDE, Assistant DirectorRICHARD P. BARTKOWIAK, Lead Programmer/Analyst

University of Rochester, M.B.A.

DIANA CARPUS, Assistant Project ManagerSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

SALLY CRIST, Lead Programmer/AnalystSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

MICHAEL GERHOLDT, Lead Programmer/AnalystLuther Theological Seminary, M.Div.

SCOTT GRIEN, Administrative PC SupportSUNY College at Alfred, A.A.S.

LINDA IPPOLITO, Lead Programmer/AnalystSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

KEVIN LANE, Programmer/AnalystSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

IDALIA TORRES, Lead Programmer Analyst Systems AdministrationUniversity of Puerto Rico, B.S.

GARY VANDE VELDE, System Support SpecialistDARIN YOHE, Programmer/Analyst

SUNY Fredonia, B.S.

Academic Information Technology

COLIN M. PLAISTER, DirectorSUNY Fredonia, M.A. President’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

DOUG JOHNSON, Multimedia SpecialistJamestown Community College, A.A.S.

CHARLOTTE MORSE, Graphic ArtistRochester Institute of Technology, B.F.A.

GREG SNOW, Audio Systems EngineerCHRISTOPHER TAVERNA, Help Desk Consultant/Technician

SUNY Fredonia, B.S.

BILL THOMAS, Computer EngineerART WALKER, RF and Video Systems Engineer

Erie Community College, A.A.S.

CATHERINE ZAKRZEWSKI, Help Desk CoordinatorUniversity of Phoenix, B.A.

DENISE MAZE, Instructional Support AssistantJamestown Community College. A.A.S.

DAVID TORRES, Help Desk Consultant/TechnicianT. JOHN McCUNE, Help Desk Consultant/Technician

SUNY Fredonia, B.S.

MATHEW WARREN, Help Desk Consultant/TechnicianSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

ANDREA WASIURA, Instructional Support AssistantSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

Networking and Data Communications

BRUCE WILGER, Network ManagerSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

JOSEPH BAXTER, Assistant Network ManagerSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

Institutional Research and PlanningJAMES F. CALARCO, Director

Texas A&M University, Ph.D.

XIAO YING ZHANG, Associate DirectorMississippi State University, Ph.D.

International EducationMARY S. SASSO, Director


SUZANNE NEARY, Assistant DirectorSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

Language Support Services (see Learning Center)

Learning CenterLIZA N. SMITH, Director, 3-1-3 Program Director


ADAM HINO, Coordinator, Disability Support Services for StudentsSt. Bonaventure University, M.S.Ed.

KIMBERLY MEAD-COLEGROVE, Full Opportunity Program Director, Learning Center Counselor

Michigan State, M.A.

VICTORIA WEST, Assistant DirectorSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

Lifelong Learning and Special ProgramsERIC SKOWRONSKI, Director

Syracuse University, M.B.A.


Michael C. Rockefeller Arts CenterJEFFERSON WESTWOOD, Director

Michigan State University, M.A. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service President’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

PATRICK L. ROCHELEAU, Assistant DirectorNew York University, M.F.A.

ERIC C. HADLEY, Operations Manager/Technical DirectorSUNY Fredonia, B.F.A.

Multicultural AffairsAVERL R. OTIS, Director of Multicultural Affairs

Central Connecticut State University, M.S.

RegistrarNANCY M. BOWSER, Registrar

Albion College, B.S.

SCOTT D. SAUNDERS, Assistant RegistrarSUNY Cortland, B.S.

HELEN LEYSATH, Transfer Evaluation CoordinatorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

KRISTIN A. DOBMEIER, Transfer Evaluation CounselorCanisius College, B.S.

Grants Administration/Research ServicesMAGGIE BRYAN-PETERSON, CRA, Director

Purdue University, M.A.The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

CATHERINE KILPATRICK, CRA, Associate DirectorUniversity of Wisconsin at Madison, B.A.SUNY Fredonia, B.S.

AMY CUHEL-SCHUCKERS, Grants Development SpecialistUnification Theological Seminary, Diploma

Residence LifeGARY L. BICE JR., Director

Ball State University, M.A.

AMY C. MURROCK, Associate DirectorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

KATHY ANN FORSTER, Associate DirectorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

BENJAMIN HARTUNG, ResNet Systems AdministratorSUNY Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome, M.B.A.

WILLIAM MICHALSKI, ResNet CoordinatorSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

Student AccountsLYNN BOWERS, Director of Student Accounts

SUNY Fredonia, B.S.

LISA MARRANO, Associate Director of Student AccountsSUNY Fredonia, B.S.President's Award for Excellence

Student AffairsDAVID E. HERMAN, Vice President for Student Affairs

Kent State University, Ph.D.

DANIEL M. TRAMUTA, Associate Vice President for Enrollment ServicesSUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

MONICA J. WHITE, Assistant Vice President for Student AffairsSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

MICHAEL MANCINI, Coordinator of Judicial AffairsSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

University AdvancementDAVID M. TIFFANY, Vice President for University Advancement

SUNY at Binghamton, Ph.D.

JEAN BLACKMORE, Foundation ControllerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

PATRICIA A. FERALDI, Director of Alumni Affairs SUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

BETTY CATANIA GOSSETT, Director of DevelopmentSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

THOMAS E. MALINOSKI, Director of Publication ServicesUniversity of Cincinnati, B.S. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

CHRISTINE DAVIS MANTAI, Director of Media Relations and WebsiteMarquette University, B.A.

TIMOTHY L. MURPHY, Director of DevelopmentSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

KAREN WEST, Director of DevelopmentSUNY Empire State College, M.A.

HEATHER McKEEVER, Associate Director of DevelopmentSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

JUNE MILLER-SPANN, Associate Director of DevelopmentSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

RICHARD J. RYAN, Associate Director of DevelopmentSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

LISA G. EIKENBURG, APR, Assistant Director for Editorial ServicesSUNY Fredonia, B.A. President’s Award for Excellence

PAULA S. WARREN, Publications Production Coordinator

JONATHAN H. WOOLSON, Assistant Director for Web CommunicationsNew York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, B.F.A.

University PoliceANN McCARRON BURNS, Chief

Loras College, B.A., F.B.I. National Academy

MICHAEL KARLSON, LieutenantSUNY at Buffalo, B.S.

RANDALL M. MOORE, LieutenantUtica College of Syracuse University, B.A.

CLIFTON B. WHEELER, Lieutenant

JOCELYN LASH, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

TAD K. MACKEY, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

SCOTT MARTIN, PatrolmanErie Community College, A.A.S.

BENJAMIN A. MILLER, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

AARON PARKHURST, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

NATHAN SMITH, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

BRIAN STUDLEY, PatrolmanErie Community College, A.A.

LOUIS SZCZUKOWSKI, PatrolmanSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

GILBERT UHLENDORFF, PatrolmanJamestown Community College, A.A.S.

RICHARD WRIGHT, PatrolmanGenesee Community College, A.A.S.

Veterans AffairsBENJAMIN HARTUNG, Coordinator of Veterans Affairs

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome, M.B.A.

ADMINISTRATION 257

Williams CenterMICHAEL C. LEMIEUX, Director of Campus Life and Williams Center

SUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service

ROBERT MEAD COLEGROVE, Associate DirectorSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

ERIN MROCZKA, Assistant DirectorSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

JOYCE H. SMITH, Coordinator of Volunteer and Community ServicesWest Virginia University, M.S.

BARBARA PEEBLES, Interim Central Ticket Office ManagerElmira College, B.S.

VINCE GUGINO, General Manager, Student AssociationSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

FACULTY

Distinguished ProfessorALBERTO REY, Visual Arts and New MediaRICHARD M. WEIST, Psychology

Distinguished Teaching ProfessorsRAYMOND ANGELO BELLIOTTI, PhilosophyMARVIN BJURLIN, Visual Arts and New MediaROBERT BOOTH, Visual Arts and New MediaKENNETH E. MANTAI, BiologyTHOMAS E. MORRISSEY, HistoryMALCOLM A. NELSON, EnglishTHEODORE L. STEINBERG, English

Distinguished Service ProfessorsTHOMAS H. GOETZ, Modern Languages/Literatures

Emeritus Faculty and StaffTHERIS B. ALDRICH, EducationRONALD AMBROSETTI, EnglishMINDA RAE AMIRAN, EnglishPAUL ANDREWS, CounselingJOHN J. BANKOSH JR., Business AdministrationGARY BARBER, LibraryCARRIE M. BARR, LibraryMARILYN A. BARRESI, EducationJEAN G. BENNETT, Counseling CenterALLEN H. BENTON, BiologyDANIEL BERGGREN, CommunicationSUSAN BESEMER, LibraryJ. DENIS BOLTON, AdmissionsLEE BRAUDE, Sociology/AnthropologyCAROLYN BRIGGS, Development/College RelationsGEORGE BROWDER, HistoryDAVID BURDETTE, AdministrationJOAN A. BURKE, EnglishFREDERICK BYHAM, MathematicsMARY CHARBONNET, Theatre and DanceBRUCE CHILTON, MathematicsOSVALDO CHINCHON, Foreign Languages/LiteraturesMUNIR A.S. CHOUDHARY, EconomicsJOSEPH J. CHOUINARD, LibraryWILLIAM S. CLARK, AdmissionsSYLVIA CLARKE, Environmental Health and SafetyCHARLES R. COLVIN, EducationMICHAEL J. CONLEY, Learning CenterJOHN E. CONNELLY, EducationROBERT E. COON, AdministrationPATRICK L. COURTS, EnglishPATRICK R. DAMORE, Health, Physical Education and AthleticsARTHUR E. DANESE, MathematicsDONNA M. DANIELSEN, Field ExperiencesELIZABETH R. DARLING, Health, Physical Education and AthleticsPAUL O. DAVEY, PhysicsPENNY DEAKIN, English/Learning CenterROBERT DEMING, EnglishL. MICHAEL DIMITRI, AdministrationTHERESA DISPENZA, AdministrationPAUL DOMMERMUTH, Sociology/Anthropology

MORGAN D. DOWD, Political ScienceRICHARD DOWDS, MathematicsKATHLEEN A. EASLING, Foreign Languages/LiteraturesGARY ECKHART, Theatre and DanceJACK ERICSON, LibraryDAVID EVANS, MusicJOHN T. EVERETT, Political ScienceLEONARD FAULK JR., Political Science, AdministrationJANE ANN FLYNN, LibraryWILLIAM FOELLER, EconomicsKEVIN FOX, BiologyTHEODORE C. FRAZEUR, MusicWILLARD GAEDDERT, PhysicsHOMER E. GARRETSON, MusicGIL GAUDIA, EducationJOHN GILLETTE, MusicRICHARD A. GILMAN, GeosciencesJOAN L. GLENZER, AdministrationJOHN A. GLENZER, EducationRICHARD J. GOODMAN, Lifelong Learning, International Programs, Economic DevelopmentWILLIAM GRAEBNER, HistoryMICHAEL GRASSO, Physics, Cooperative EngineeringDARWIN C. GUSTAVSON, I.T.S. Academic Information TechnologyW. THOMAS HAGAN, HistoryWALTER S. HARTLEY, MusicWILLIAM B. HARTLEY, Business AdministrationROBERT L. HEICHBERGER, EducationDAVID HESS, AdministrationFREEMAN L. HOCKENBERGER, Instructional Resources CenterJOHN T. HOFFMAN, MusicJAMES HUFFMAN, EnglishJOHN HUGHSON, Visual Arts and New MediaROBERT JORDAN, MusicCHARLES JOSEPH, MusicWILLIAM J. JUNGELS, CommunicationDAVID KASPER, Campus LifeJO ANN KAUFMAN, Reed LibraryTESFAI KFLU, LibraryROBERT KLASSEN, Theatre and DanceMARVIN KOHL, PhilosophyPETER KOMADA, Computing ServicesJON KRAUS, Political ScienceEDITH GAY KREIDER, LibraryPHILIP KUMLER, ChemistryHAROLD KWASNIEWSKI, University AdvancementDAVID L. LARSON, Business Administration, SociologyRICHARD LARSON, MusicEDWIN D. LAWSON, PsychologyPATRICIA LEFFERTS, PurchasingWILLIAM LESLIE, Mathematics/Computer ScienceRICHARD LEVA, PsychologyTHEROLD LINDQUIST, ArtDICK S. LORD, Physical FacilitiesPAULA LUCAS, College ServicesKENNETH LUCEY, PhilosophyMATTHEW LUDES, EducationDAVID LUDLAM, EducationDAVID LUNDE, EnglishMARY LEE LUNDE, Visual Arts and New MediaRICHARD O. LUNDQUIST, Business AdministrationMARVIN LUNENFELD, HistoryMYRON LUNTZ, PhysicsSUSAN LUNTZ, Computing ServicesDONALD A. MacPHEE, AdministrationHEIDI L. MAHONEY, PlanningJOHN MALCOLM, CommunicationJEAN M. MALINOSKI, AdministrationKENNETH E. MANTAI, BiologyROBERT MANZELLA, Speech Pathology/AudiologyDONALD McFARLAND, EducationHELEN C. McKEE, EducationJAMES E. McKENNA, Mathematical SciencesPATRICK T. McMULLEN, MusicJULIAN McQUISTON, HistoryKAREN MILLS-COURTS, EnglishJOHN F. MORAN, LibraryALVIN H. MORRISON, AnthropologyPHILIP S. MORSE, EducationWILLIAM MULLER, Political ScienceRAYMOND MUNSON, Physical FacilitiesJ. BRIEN MURPHY, EducationJOSEPH MUSCARELLA, Health Services


MAURICE C. NEVEU, ChemistryWILLIAM A. NEVILLE, EnglishRICHARD NOTTE, Institutional StudiesJOHN A. ONUFRAK, Speech Pathology/AudiologyMAX OPPENHEIMER JR., Foreign Languages/LiteraturesDANIEL C. O’ROURKE, Human ResourcesMARGARET PABST, LibraryR. DAVID PALMER, PhilosophyJO ANN PARLA, EducationT. RICHARD PATTERSON, MusicJULIUS PAUL, Political ScienceANDREE PENOT, Foreign Languages/LiteraturesDENNIS PEREZ, Speech Pathology/AudiologyTHEODORE F. PETERSEN, MusicEVERETT J. PHILLIPS, Health, Physical Education, Athletics and DanceALBERT POLIMENI, MathematicsCAROL PREVET, Theatre and DanceTHOMAS PREVET, Health, Wellness and RecreationWILLIAM PROWELLER, ArtFRANK L. PULLANO, MusicW. DIRK RAAT, HistoryJOHN RAMSEY, EnglishREGINA B. REED, EnglishTHOMAS REGELSKI, MusicDANIEL REIFF, Visual Arts and New MediaLOUIS S. RICHARDSON, MusicROS RITCHIE, MusicRUTH E. ROBERTS, EnglishSISTER FRANCES ROBERTS, MusicPAULA B. RODEN, EducationHAROLD ROEDER, EducationJERRY D. ROSE, Sociology/AnthropologyJ. CARTER ROWLAND, EnglishLONIE E. RUDD, EducationDAVID RUSCH, I.T.S. Academic Information TechnologyTHOMAS RYWICK, PsychologyFRANCISKA SAFRAN, LibraryJOHN P. SAULITIS, LibraryEDWARD N. SAVETH, HistoryMARGARET W. SAWKINS-HASTIE, EducationELIZABETH SCARBOROUGH, PsychologyMORTON SCHAGRIN, PhilosophyPETER SCHOENBACH, MusicPAUL SCHONHART, College ServicesL. WALTER SCHULTZE, Institutional StudiesGEORGE SEBOUHIAN, EnglishNAIM A. SEFEIN, EducationBARBARA SERVATIUS, Student AccountsALFRED SHALKOWSKI, Physical FacilitiesMOTI L. SHARMA, BiologyRICHARD F. SHEIL, MusicDOUGLAS H. SHEPARD, EnglishWINIFRED O. SHEPARD, PsychologyJAMES SHOKOFF, EnglishA. CUTLER SILLIMAN, MusicANTHONY SIRAGUSO, Physical FacilitiesRODNEY F. SMITH, Business AdministrationJAMES R. SOUKUP, Political ScienceB. JOYCE STEPHENS, Sociology/AnthropologyLAURA STONEFOOT, Student AffairsJAMES SYMULA, EnglishVALERE THADEN, Creative Support ServicesJACQUELINE TRACE, EnglishJAMES ULRICH, Health, Physical Education, Athletics and DanceSTEPHEN WARNER, EnglishHARRY WATTERS, Residence LifeTERRY L. WEAVER, BiologyALPHONSE E. WEDZIK, RegistrarALAN H. WHEELER, Educational StudiesYVONNE WILENSKY, LibraryCONSTANCE WILLEFORD, MusicRONALD WINKLER, Facilities ManagementKENNETH G. WOOD, BiologyLAURENCE WYMAN, MusicJERE WYSONG, Sociology/AnthropologyFAWZI YAQUB, MathematicsSHARON ZABLOTNEY, BiologyMARVIN ZASTROW, Mathematics/Computer ScienceSANFORD J. ZEMAN, Administration

AthleticsELIZABETH ALDRICH, Assistant Men's and Women's Track Coach

The University of Alabama, M.A.

JOSEPH BAUDO, Assistant Athletic DirectorHamilton College, B.A.

GEOFF BRAUN, Volleyball CoachSUNY Cortland, B.S.

JOSEPH CALARCO, Tennis CoachSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

CHRISTOPHER CASE, Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse CoachSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

LORRIE CORSI, Women's Softball CoachCanisius College, M.S.

PATRICK J. GONDEK, Men’s Soccer CoachSUNY Cortland, M.S.

JEFFREY S. MEREDITH, Hockey CoachThe Ohio State University, M.S.

KEVIN MOORE, Men’s Basketball CoachMansfield University, M.A.

AMY OPFERBECK, ATCClarion University, M.S.

MATT PALISIN, Men's Baseball CoachPenn State-Behrend, B.S.

GREGORY D. PRECHTL, Director of Athletics SUNY Fredonia, M.A.

KATIE PUCCI-SCHAEFER, Cheerleading Coach SUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

JEROME REILLY, Sports Information DirectorSt. Bonaventure University, B.S.

NOLAN SWANSON, Men's and Women's Track and Cross Country CoachWake Forest University, B.A.

ARTHUR WANG, Men's and Women's Swim CoachSUNY Cortland, M.Ed.

DONNA WISE, Women's Basketball CoachMillersville University, M.Ed.

Biology PATRICIA SMITH ASTRY, Assistant Professor

SUNY Fredonia, M.S., M.T. (ASCP) President’s Award for Excellence

WILLIAM D. BROWN, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Toronto, Ph.D.

ROGER A. BYRNE, ProfessorLouisiana State University, Ph.D.

MATTHEW FOUNTAIN, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Rochester, Ph.D.

W. THEODORE LEE, Associate ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D.

KARRY A. KAZIAL, Assistant ProfessorThe Ohio State University, Ph.D.

EDWARD J. McCARRICK, Instructional Support AssistantSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

JONATHAN H. TITUS, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Washington, Ph.D.

BRUCE TOMLINSON, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Waterloo, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

WAYNE YUNGHANS, ProfessorPurdue University, Ph.D.

FACULTY 259

Business AdministrationSEYED-MAHMOUD AGHAZADEH, Professor

University of Nebraska, Ph.D.

KATHERINE BARKER, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Arkansas, Ph.D.

JULIE FITZPATRICK, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

GRACE E.M. GERRITY, LecturerHofstra University, M.B.A.

LINDA A. HALL, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.; C.P.A.

JOSEPH D. IZZO, Visiting Assistant ProfessorYoungstown State University, M.B.A.

JOHN OLSAVSKY, Assistant ProfessorRobert Morris College, M.S.; C.P.A.

KENNETH J. PLUCINSKI, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, M.B.A.; C.P.A.

RICHARD ROBINSON, ProfessorUniversity of Oregon, Ph.D.

MOJTABA SEYEDIAN, ProfessorSUNY at Binghamton, Ph.D.

NINA SHAH, Visiting Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Ph.D.

CHARLES S.V. TELLY, ProfessorUniversity of Washington, Ph.D.; SUNY at Buffalo, J.D.; Columbia University, J.S.D.

LISA M. WALTERS, Visiting Assistant ProfessorCalifornia Coast University, Ph.D.

ChemistryJAMES BOWSER, Professor

Duke University, Ph.D.

CHERYL CAMPO, Assistant ProfessorCase Western Reserve University, Ph.D.

ANDREA DOMST, Technical SpecialistSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

DAVID EWING, ProfessorOhio University, Ph.D.

MATTHEW FOUNTAIN, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Rochester, Ph.D.

MATTHEW GRONQUIST, Assistant ProfessorCornell University, Ph.D.

MARK JANIK, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Binghamton, Ph.D.

THOMAS JANIK, ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

HOLLY LAWSON, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

SHERRI A. MASON, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Montana, Ph.D.

MICHAEL MILLIGAN, Associate ProfessorRenssalaer Polytechnic Institute, Ph.D.

MARY POWERS, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

CommunicationLINDA C. BRIGANCE, Associate Professor

University of Iowa, Ph.D.

ANN CARDEN, Assistant ProfessorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

JOSEPH C. CHILBERG, ProfessorOhio University, Ph.D.President's Award for Excellence

NEFIN DINC, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of North Texas, M.F.A.

JANE JACKSON, Associate ProfessorHumbolt State University, M.A.

LAURA JOHNSON, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Florida, Ph.D.

KATHLEEN McDONOUGH, Associate ProfessorSan Francisco State University, M.F.A.

ROBERT PYLE, Assistant ProfessorDrake University, M.A.

TED SCHWALBE, ProfessorUniversity of Southern California, Ph.D.The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

Computer and Information SciencesIYAD ABU-JEIB, Assistant Professor


ZIYA ARNAVUT, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Nebraska, Ph.D.

RENETA BARNEVA, ProfessorUniversity of Sofia (Bulgaria), Ph.D.Kasling Lecturer

TAT-HUNG CHAN, Associate ProfessorCornell University, Ph.D.

JOHN A. HANSEN, ProfessorYale University, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

WILLIAM LESLIE, Lecturer/Assistant Professor EmeritusSUNY at Buffalo, M.S.

NATALIE NAZARENKO, Visiting Assistant ProfessorUkrainian Academy of Sciences, Ph.D.

ANDREW PINGITORE, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

ANATOLE RUSLANOV, Assistant ProfessorDrexel University, Ph.D.

KHALID J. SIDDIQUI, ProfessorConcordia University, Ph.D. Kasling Lecturer

GURMUKH SINGH, Visiting Assistant ProfessorPunjab University, India, Ph.D.

JON STEGER, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

MICHAEL SZOCKI, Systems Administrator/LecturerSUNY Fredonia, B.S.; Hilbert College, B.S.

THOMAS H. TAYLOR, LecturerSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

JIANCHANG YANG, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Kentucky, Ph.D.

BEIFANG YI, Visiting Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Nevada, Ph.D.

JUNAID ZUBAIRI, Associate ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D.


Curriculum and InstructionMIRA BERKLEY, Associate Professor

SUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

DANIEL DOBEY, ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

LAURA GERACI-CRANDALL, Visiting Assistant ProfessorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

CHRISTINE GIVNER, ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.

MICHAEL JABOT, Associate ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

MELINDA KARNES, Associate ProfessorSaint Louis University, Ph.D.

ANA MARIA KLEIN, Assistant ProfessorMcGill University, Quebec, Ph.D.

KATHLEEN LESNIAK, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

KATHLEEN MAGIERA, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ed.D.

LAWRENCE MAHEADY, ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

JAMAR PICKREIGN, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Kansas, Ph.D.

CYNTHIA SMITH, Associate ProfessorThe Ohio State University, Ph.D.

Office of Field ExperiencesANN MARIE LOUGHLIN, Director

Adelphi University, M.A.

AMY CHAVEZ, Coordinator of Early Field ExperiencesSt. Bonaventure University, M.S.Ed.

EconomicsEDWARD EINHOUSE, Lecturer

SUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

MARWAN M. El NASSER, ProfessorThe Ohio State University, Ph.D.

LI FENG, Assistant ProfessorFlorida State University, Ph.D.

DENNIS L. HEFNER, ProfessorWashington State University, Ph.D.

AMAR K. PARAI, ProfessorSouthern Methodist University, Ph.D.

PETER REINELT, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California at Berkeley, Ph.D.

RUNGRUDEE SUETORSAK, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Utah, Ph.D.

EnglishBETTY BARNARD, Lecturer


WILLIAM BOERST, Lecturer

KIM MARIE COLE, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison, Ph.D.

C. THOMAS CRAIG, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

ANN SIEGLE DREGE, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of North Dakota, Ph.D.

ALBERT A. DUNN, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Virginia, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

NATALIE GERBER, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California, Berkeley, Ph.D.

JOHN GLOVACK, LecturerSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

CAROLYN KIEBER GRADY, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

VIRGINIA S. HORVATH, ProfessorKent State University, Ph.D.

CHRISTINA JARVIS, Associate ProfessorPennsylvania State University, Ph.D.

DOUGLAS JOHNSTON, LecturerSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

SCOTT JOHNSTON, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Nevada, Ph.D.

SAUNDRA LIGGINS, Associate ProfessorUniversity of California, San Diego, Ph.D.

SUSAN LORD, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

ADRIENNE McCORMICK, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Maryland, Ph.D.

SHANNON McRAE, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Washington, Ph.D.

JEANETTE McVICKER, ProfessorSUNY at Binghamton, Ph.D.

TERENCE D. MOSHER, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Michigan, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

MALCOLM NELSON, Distinguished Teaching ProfessorNorthwestern University, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

AIMEE NEZHUKUMATATHIL, Associate ProfessorThe Ohio State University, M.F.A. The State University Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

DUSTIN PARSONS, Visiting Assistant ProfessorKansas State University, M.A.Bowling Green State University, M.F.A.

ELMER PLOETZ, LecturerSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

BRUCE SIMON, Associate ProfessorPrinceton University, Ph.D.

SUSAN BLOOME SPANGLER, Assistant ProfessorIllinois State University, Ph.D.

THEODORE L. STEINBERG, Distinguished Teaching ProfessorUniversity of Illinois, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

JAMES THOMAS STEVENS, Associate ProfessorBrown University, M.F.A.

JOHN J. STINSON, ProfessorNew York University, Ph.D. Kasling Lecturer

ICLAL VANWESENBEECK, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

MELINDA WENDELL, Visiting Assistant ProfessorSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

FACULTY 261

GeosciencesGORDON C. BAIRD, Professor

University of Rochester, Ph.D.

WALTHER M. BARNARD, ProfessorPennsylvania State University, Ph.D.

JOHN LEE BERKLEY, ProfessorUniversity of New Mexico, Ph.D.

ANN K. DEAKIN, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

GARY G. LASH, ProfessorLehigh University, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

MICHAEL P. WILSON, ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D.

Health, Wellness and RecreationTODD BACKES, Instructional Support Assistant

SUNY at Buffalo, M.S.

PAM BENCHLEY, Instructional Support AssistantUniversity of South Florida, B.A.

GEOFF BRAUN, Intramural DirectorSUNY Cortland, B.S.

CHARLES C. DAVIS, ProfessorThe Ohio State University, Ph.D.

MONICA DEMELLO, Instructional Support AssistantPenn State University, M.A.

JOAN DISBROW, Instructional Support AssistantRegina Saskatchewan Canadian University, B.S.

PATRICK J. GONDEK, Men's Soccer CoachSUNY Cortland, M.S.

GREG HEFFERNAN, Instructional Support AssistantMercyhurst College, M.S.

PENNY HITE, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

JEFFREY MEREDITH, Assistant ProfessorThe Ohio State University, M.S.

KEVIN MOORE, Men's Basketball CoachMansfield University, M.A.

FRANK NAWROCKI, Instructional Support AssistantSUNY College at Buffalo, B.A.

AMY OPFERBECK, ATCClarion University, M.S.

SUSAN O'ROURKE, Instructional Support AssistantSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

WILLIAM VACANTI, Technical Associate

ARTHUR WANG, Men's and Women's Swim CoachSUNY Cortland, M.Ed.

NORMAN YONKERS, Instructional Support Assistant

HistoryNAJIA AARIM-HERIOT, Associate Professor

Temple University, Ph.D.

TIMOTHY R. ALLAN, Visiting ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

HILARY AQUINO, Visiting Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Stony Brook, Ph.D.

DANIEL ARAGON, Visiting Assistant ProfessorAuburn University, Ph.D.

JOHN ARNOLD, Visiting Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Arkansas, Ph.D.

JONI CIEHOMSKI, Visiting InstructorSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

FESTUS COLE, Visiting Assistant ProfessorSchool of Oriental and African Studies, London, Ph.D.

JOHN CRAWFORD, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

NANCY HAGEDORN, Associate ProfessorThe College of William and Mary, Ph.D.

JENNIFER HILDEBRAND, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California, Riverside, Ph.D.

JOSEPH JARVIS, Visiting ProfessorNew York University, M.A.

DAVID KINKELA, Assistant ProfessorNew York University, Ph.D.

JANET LARKIN, Visiting Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

ELLEN LITWICKI, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Virginia, Ph.D.

EILEEN GROTH LYON, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Cambridge, Ph.D.

ZHAO MA, Assistant ProfessorJohns Hopkins University, Ph.D.

PETER McCORD, Visiting Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California, Riverside, Ph.D.

THOMAS MORRISSEY, Distinguished Teaching ProfessorCornell University, Ph.D. President’s Award for Excellence

MARY BETH SIEVENS, Associate ProfessorBoston University, Ph.D.

JOHN STAPLES, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Toronto, Ph.D.

EMILY STRAUS, Assistant ProfessorBrandeis University, Ph.D.

A. JACQUELINE SWANSINGER, ProfessorRutgers University, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

MARKUS P.M. VINK, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Minnesota, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

Language, Learning and LeadershipCLARA BEIER, Associate Professor

University of Arizona, Ph.D.

CINDY BIRD, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Toronto, Ph.D.

KATHLEEN GRADEL, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Virginia, Ed.D.

GREGORY F. HARPER, ProfessorKent State University, Ph.D.

BARBARA MALLETTE, ProfessorKent State University, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

JANEIL REY, Visiting Assistant ProfessorHarvard University, M.Ed.

JENNIFER MOON RO, Assistant ProfessorThe University of Georgia, Ph.D.

RHEA SIMMONS, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.

CHARLES STODDART, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Northern Colorado, Ph.D.

ANNA THIBODEAU, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

Office of Student Services for the College of EducationPamela Enser, Coordinator



Library ServicesRANDOLPH L. GADIKIAN, Director of Library Services

SUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S.

DARRYL COLEMAN, Senior Assistant LibrarianSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S.

VINCENT COURTNEY, LibrarianSUNY at Albany, M.L.S.

DAWN ECKENRODE, Senior Assistant LibrarianUniversity of Texas, Austin, M.L.S.

MARIANNE EIMER, LibrarianSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S.

BARBARA L. KITTLE, Associate LibrarianSUNY Geneseo, M.L.S.

JEREMY LINDEN, Senior Assistant LibrarianUniversity of Maryland, M.S., M.L.S.

KATHLEEN L. LOOMIS, Associate LibrarianClarion University, M.L.S.

JANET MAYER, Instructional Support SpecialistOhio University, M.A.

KEVIN MICHKI, Senior Assistant LibrarianSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S., M.A.

GERDA MORRISSEY, Assistant LibrarianState University Library School (Munich, Germany), M.L.S.

ELISE TORRE, Senior Assistant LibrarianSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S.

KERRIE WILKES, Associate LibrarianSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S. The State Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Librarianship

Mathematical SciencesMERAL ARNAVUT, Associate Professor


NANCY BOYNTON, Associate ProfessorWestern Michigan University, Ph.D.

DENNIS CECALA, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

LAN CHENG, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.

KIMBERLY CONTI, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

REBECCA A. CONTI, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

JONATHAN COX, Assistant ProfessorOklahoma State University, Ph.D.

TEODORA COX, Assistant ProfessorOklahoma State University, M.S.

JEAN B. HARPER, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

KEARY HOWARD, Associate ProfessorCornell University, Ph.D.

Y.H. HARRIS KWONG, ProfessorUniversity of Pennsylvania, Ph.D.

SANDRA LEWIS, LecturerMarquette University, M.S.

JANET A. MEISSNER, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

ANDREW PINGITORE, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

ROBERT R. ROGERS, ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D. President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

H. JOSEPH STRAIGHT, ProfessorWestern Michigan University, Ph.D.

JULIA WILSON, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Ph.D.

Modern Languages and LiteraturesRUTH B. ANTOSH, Professor (French)

Indiana University, Ph.D.

THOMAS H. GOETZ, Distinguished Service Professor (French)Syracuse University, Ph.D.

BETH HUERTA, Lecturer (Spanish)SUNY at Buffalo, M.Ed.

LEONORE LOFT, Professor (French)Columbia University, Ph.D.

CARMEN S. RIVERA, Professor (Spanish)University of South Carolina, Ph.D.

HOWARD B. WESCOTT, Professor (Spanish)Brown University, Ph.D.

CLARK M. ZLOTCHEW, Professor (Spanish)SUNY at Binghamton, Ph.D. President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching Kasling Lecturer

MusicJOHN BACON, Lecturer

SUNY Fredonia, M.M.

MARCY BACON, LecturerCHRISTIAN BERNHARD, Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina, Greensboro, Ph.D.

THOMAS BINGHAM, LecturerSUNY Fredonia, M.A.

KARL BOELTER, ProfessorUniversity of Michigan, D.M.A.

DONALD A.J. BOHLEN, ProfessorUniversity of Michigan, D.M.A. President’s Award for Excellence

BARBARA A. BRINSON, Associate ProfessorFlorida State University, Ph.D.

JOHN CARUSO, Instructional Support SpecialistSUNY Fredonia, B.S.

WON CHO, Assistant ProfessorBoston University, M.M.

MARY MARDEN COBB, Visiting Assistant ProfessorThe Manhattan School of Music, M.M.

JENNIFER DARRELL-STERBAK, Community Relations AssistantSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

GWEN COLEMAN DETWILER, Assistant ProfessorThe University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, M.M.

PATRICIA J. CORRON, Associate ProfessorThe University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, D.M.A.

JAMES A. DAVIS, Associate ProfessorBoston University, Ph.D.

ANGELA DILKEY, Visiting Assistant ProfessorFlorida State University, D.M.A.

MARK DuBOIS, LecturerSUNY at Buffalo, Ed.M.

SEAN DUGGAN, Assistant ProfessorCarnegie Mellon University, M.F.A.

JAMES E. EAST, ProfessorThe Cleveland Institute of Music, M.M.

PHYLLIS O. EAST, ProfessorSUNY Fredonia, M.M. President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

MARIO P. FALCAO, Associate ProfessorEastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, M.M.

NATASHA FARNY, Assistant ProfessorThe Juilliard School, D.M.A.

JITKA FRANKOVA, Visiting Assistant ProfessorRice University, M.M.

LINDA GILLETTE, InstructorUniversity of Wisconsin, M.M.

BERND GOTTINGER, Assistant ProfessorThe Juilliard School, M.M.

GERALD T. GRAY, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Iowa, D.M.A.

MARC J. GUY, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Stony Brook, D.M.A.

FACULTY 263

SARAH HAMILTON, Associate ProfessorThe Ohio State University, D.M.A.

JOE DAN HARPER, Visiting Assistant ProfessorNew England Conservatory, M.M.

PAULA HOLCOMB, ProfessorNorthwestern University, D.M.A.

DANIEL IHASZ, Associate ProfessorEastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, M.M., Performer’s Certificate

HARRY P. JACOBSON, Associate ProfessorNorth Texas State University, D.M.A.

BRUCE JOHNSTONE, LecturerBARRY M. KILPATRICK, Professor

University of Wisconsin, M.M.

DONALD P. LANG, ProfessorHartt College of Music, University of Hartford, D.M.A. President’s Award for Excellence

KATHERINE M. LEVY, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Iowa, Ph.D.

J. RODERICK MacDONALD, Assistant ProfessorNew England Conservatory, M.M.

W. STEPHEN MAYO, ProfessorUniversity of North Carolina, Greensboro, Ed.D.

CARL MAZZIO, LecturerThe Julliard School, M.M.

KEVIN L. MICHKI, Senior Assistant Librarian, MusicSUNY at Buffalo, M.L.S., M.A.

JONI MILGRAM-LUTERMAN, Assistant ProfessorMichigan State University, Ph.D.

PAUL MURPHY, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Texas-Austin, Ph.D.

JULIE NEWELL, ProfessorSyracuse University, M.M. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

QUINN PATRICK (ANKRUM), LecturerUniversity of Colorado, M.M.

JANNIS PETERSON, LecturerNorth Texas State University, M.M.

KEITH L. PETERSON, ProfessorNorth Texas State University, D.M.A.

LINDA N. PHILLIPS, ProfessorThe Ohio State University, D.M.A.

JAMES PIORKOWSKI, ProfessorSUNY Fredonia, M.M. President's Award for Excellence William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award Kasling Lecturer

LAUREL R. RIVERS, RPT, Instructional Support SpecialistSUNY Fredonia, B.A.

SUSAN ROYAL, ProfessorSUNY at Stony Brook, D.M.A. President’s Award for Excellence

DAVID RUDGE, Associate ProfessorUniversity of South Carolina, D.M.A.

RAYMOND STEWART, Assistant ProfessorThe Manhattan School of Music, M.M.

KAY STONEFELT, Associate ProfessorIndiana University, D.Mus.The State University Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

JANET SUNG, Assistant ProfessorThe Juilliard School, M.M.

DELIA WALLIS, LecturerGuildhall School of Music and Drama, AGSMLondon Opera Center, Performance Diploma

ERIC WILLS, InstructorSUNY Fredonia, M.M.

WILDY ZUMWALT, Associate ProfessorFlorida State University, D.M.A.

PhilosophyRAYMOND ANGELO BELLIOTTI, Distinguished Teaching Professor

University of Miami, Ph.D.; Harvard Law School, J.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award Kasling Lecturer

NEIL FEIT, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Massachusetts, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

STEPHEN KERSHNAR, ProfessorUniversity of Pennsylvania, J.D.; University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

DALE TUGGY, Associate ProfessorBrown University, Ph.D.

PhysicsJUSTIN CONROY, Visiting Assistant Professor

The College of William and Mary, Ph.D.

MICHAEL GRADY, ProfessorRockefeller University, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

MICHAEL JABOT, Associate ProfessorSyracuse University, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

PETER MATTOCKS, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Southampton (England), Ph.D.

SUBRAHMANYAM PENDYALA, ProfessorUniversity of Western Ontario, Ph.D.

ERICA SNOW, Assistant ProfessorColorado State University, Ph.D.

J. DAVID SWIFT, Adjunct InstructorSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

WILLIAM WRAGGE, Adjunct InstructorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

Political ScienceJONATHAN CHAUSOVSKY, Assistant Professor

University of Texas-Austin, Ph.D.

JAMES R. HURTGEN, ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

RICHARD JANKOWSKI, ProfessorUniversity of Chicago, Ph.D.

DAVID RANKIN, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California, Santa Barbara, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

RAYMOND RUSHBOLDT, InstructorSUNY at Buffalo, M.A.

IVANI VASSOLER-FROELICH, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Maryland, Ph.D.


PsychologyGUY A. BOYSEN, Assistant Professor

Iowa State University, Ph.D.

JACK S. CROXTON, ProfessorMiami University, Ph.D. President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

CHERYL E. DROUT, ProfessorUniversity of Delaware, Ph.D.

JENNIFER L. DYCK, Associate ProfessorUniversity of California, Santa Barbara, Ph.D.

NANCY R. GEE, Associate ProfessorUniversity of South Florida, Ph.D. William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award

INGRID JOHNSTON-ROBLEDO, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Rhode Island, Ph.D.

BRUCE G. KLONSKY, ProfessorFordham University, Ph.D.

VANESA M. McKINNEY, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of South Florida, Ph.D.

JOHN S. SLAUGHTER, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Denver, Ph.D.

RICHARD M. WEIST, Distinguished ProfessorUniversity of Kentucky, Ph.D. Kasling Lecturer

ANDREA ANGELL ZEVENBERGEN, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Stony Brook, Ph.D.

Sociology/Anthropology/Social Work/Criminal JusticeJOY A. BILHARZ, Professor (Anthropology)

Bryn Mawr College, Ph.D.

LEONARD BROWN, Assistant Professor (Criminal Justice)Southern University, J.D.

MARY B. CARNEY, Associate Professor (Social Work)University of Illinois, Ph.D.

LINDA E. DORSTEN, Professor (Sociology)The Ohio State University, Ph.D.

ROBIN HARTINGER-SAUNDERS, Assistant Professor (Social Work)SUNY at Buffalo, M.S.W.

ALAN LaFLAMME, Professor (Anthropology)SUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

TIMOTHY LEVONYAN RADLOFF, Assistant Professor (Sociology)Iowa State University, Ph.D.

RAYMOND McLAIN, Associate Professor (Sociology)University of Notre Dame, Ph.D.

RICHARD REDDY, Professor (Sociology)Boston College, Ph.D. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Service

PETER G. SINDEN, Professor (Sociology)University of Massachusetts, Ph.D.

Speech Pathology and AudiologyPAUL BLANCHET, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor

Louisiana State University, Ph.D.

MICHELLE NOTTE, CCC-SLP, Clinic DirectorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

TIMOTHY OVERBECK, CCC-SLP, Clinic SupervisorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

BRIDGET A. RUSSELL, CCC-SLP, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

IRENE SALEK-RAHAM, CCC-SLP, Clinic SupervisorSUNY College at Buffalo, M.S.

MELISSA SIDOR, CCC-SLP, Clinic SupervisorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

KIM L. TILLERY, CCC-A, Associate ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

DEBORAH VANDERHOFF, CCC-SLP, Clinic SupervisorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

MARC WILCOX, CCC-A, Clinic SupervisorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.Ed.

JULIE WILLIAMS, CCC-SLP, Clinic SupervisorSUNY Fredonia, M.S.

BRUCE WISENBURN, CCC-SLP, Assistant ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, Ph.D.

Theatre and DanceCAROL J. BLANCHARD-ROCHELEAU, Professor

Ohio University, M.F.A.

JAMES PAUL IVEY, Associate ProfessorTexas Tech University, Ph.D.

THOMAS LOUGHLIN, ProfessorUniversity of Nebraska, M.F.A.

PAUL W. MOCKOVAK II, Associate ProfessorUniversity of Miami, M.F.A.

HELEN MYERS, Associate ProfessorThe Ohio State University, M.F.A.

TODD PROFFITT, Associate ProfessorTexas Tech University, M.F.A.

STEPHEN E. REES, ProfessorThe University of Memphis, M.F.A.

EDWARD SHARON, Associate ProfessorBoston University, M.F.A.

ANGELIKA SUMMERTON, InstructorAcademy of Music and Theatre (Hanover, Germany), M.A.

Visual Arts and New MediaMARVIN BJURLIN, Distinguished Teaching Professor

University of Michigan, M.F.A.

MARIAN BLEEKE, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Chicago, Ph.D.

ROBERT A. BOOTH, Distinguished Teaching ProfessorSyracuse University, M.F.A.

PAUL A. BOWERS, ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, M.F.A.

JAN CONRADI, Associate ProfessorIowa State University, M.A.

CARL D. FERRARO, Associate ProfessorWayne State University, Ph.D.

TIMOTHY FRERICHS, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Iowa, M.F.A.

JILL JOHNSON-PRICE, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of South Florida, M.F.A.

STEPHEN KOMP, Assistant ProfessorSavannah College of Art and Design, M.F.A.

LIZ LEE, Associate ProfessorSavannah College of Art and Design, M.F.A.

ALBERTO REY, Distinguished ProfessorSUNY at Buffalo, M.F.A. The State University Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities William T. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award Kasling Lecturer

LEESA RITTELMANN, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.

FACULTY 265

AAca demic Ad vis ing Center, 178

Academic Bankrupcy, 223

Academic Dismissal, 223

Aca demic Hon ors, 193, 227

Academic Integrity Policy, 236

Aca demic Poli cies, 217

Aca demic Pro ba tion, 223

Aca demic Pro grams and Area Spe ciali za tions Di rec tory

(Un der gradu ate), 7-8

Aca demic Stand ing De fined, 223

Ac count ing, 17

Ac credi ta tion, 5-6

Adding a Course, 218

Ad mis sion to Un der gradu ate Study, 195

Adolescence Education, 32

Ad vance Ad mis sions/Room De posit, 195, 198

Ad vanced Place ment, 197

Ad vis ing, 198

Af ri can Ameri can Stud ies, 9

Al co hol Poli cies, 232

Alumni As so cia tion, 190, 254

American Indian Studies, 9

Ameri can Stud ies, 10, 46

Anthropology, 79

Ap peal of Grades, 222

Applying to Fredonia, 195

Art (see Vis ual Arts and New Media), 89

Art Ex hi bi tions, 190

Arts Ad min istra tion, 12, 46

Ath letic Ac tivi ties, 190

At ten dance, 219, 239

Audit ing, 219

Auto Use, 239

Awards, 192-194, also see de part ments

BBache lor's De gree Re quire ments, 226

Bill ing Pro ce dures, 200

Bio chem is try, 12

Bi ol ogy, 13

Book store, 185

Build ings, 94, back outside cover

Business, School of, 15

Busi ness Ad min istra tion, 15-17

CCal en dar, 6

Cam pus, 94

Cam pus Ad min istra tion, 255

Cam pus Life Of fice, 187

Campus Map, 216, back outside cover

Ca reer De vel op ment Of fice, 182

Cen tral Ticket Of fice, 187

Cen ter for Ru ral Re gional De vel op ment and Gov ern ance, 214

Cer ti fi ca tion, 27

Challenge, Course, 220

Change of Major, Minor, 217

Chem is try, 19

Childhood Education, 28

Class Level/Standing, 221

Clubs and In ter est Groups, 187-190

Code of Conduct, 228

Col lege Core Cur ricu lum, 177

Col lege Coun cil, 254

College- Level Ex ami na tion Pro gram (CLEP), 197, 221

Col lege Lodge, 186

Com mu ni ca tion, 20

Com puter and Net work Us age Pol icy, 240

Com puter and Information Sci ences, 23

Computer Information Systems, 24

Computer Science, 23

Con fi den tial Re cords, 249

Coun sel ing Cen ter, 183

Course Chal lenge, 220

Course De scrip tions, 97

Course Load, 218

Course Num bers Sig nifi cance, 218

Course Repeat Option, 220

Course Se lec tion, 218

Course With drawal, 218

Credit for Mili tary Serv ice, 197

Crimi nal Jus tice, 26

Curriculum and Instruction, 27

DDance (see Thea tre and Dance), 85-87

Dean's List, 193, 223

De clar ing Ma jor/Mi nor, 217

De fer ment of University Charges, 201

De gree Re quire ments, 226

Dentistry, 73, 179

Dis abil ity Sup port Serv ices for Stu dents, 181, 217

Dismissal, Academic, 223

Dis tance Learn ing, 179

Drops/Adds (Course), 218

Dual Ma jor, 217

EEarly Ad mis sion, 197

Early Decision, 195

Earth Sci ences, 40-42

Eco nom ics, 18

Edu ca tion (College of), 27, 214

Edu ca tional De vel op ment Pro gram, 182, 196

Emeri tus Fac ulty and Staff, 258

En gi neer ing (Co op era tive), 34

Eng lish, 35

En vi ron men tal Sci ences, 37, 46

Examinations, Final, 219

Ex penses, 198


FFac ulty, 258

Fam ily Edu ca tional Rights and Pri vacy Act, 249

Fed eral Work Study Pro gram, 211

Film Stud ies, 38, 46

Fi nal Ex ami na tions, 219

Finance, 16

Fi nan cial Aid, 207

Food Serv ice, 185, 198-199

Forensics, 39

45 Hour Mini mum, 226

Fre do nia Col lege Foun da tion, 214, 254

Fre do nia C.A.R.E.S. Pro gram, 233

Fre do nia in 4, 178, 196

French, 58

Fresh man Semi nar, 39

Full Op por tu nity Pro gram, 182, 196

GGen eral Edu ca tion, 177

Geo chem is try, 40-41

Geo graphic In for ma tion Sys tems, 39, 46

Ge ol ogy, 40-41

Geo phys ics, 40-41, 70

Geo sci ences, 40

Ger man, 57

Good Aca demic Pro gress, 209

Good Aca demic Stand ing, 223

Grade Point Average, 222

Grades, Ap peal of, 222

Grad ing Sys tem, 221

Graduate Course Permission, 218

Graduate Studies, see separate Graduate Catalog

Gradua tion with Hon ors, 193, 227

Grants Ad min istra tion/Re search Serv ices, 180

HHealth Cen ter, 186

Health, Well ness and Rec rea tion, 42

HE GIS Codes, 225

His tory, 43

Hon or able Dis missal, 223

Hon ors Pro gram, 192

Honor Societies, 193-194

Hous ing, 184

IIn dus trial Man age ment, 46

In for ma tion Tech nol ogy Serv ices, 181

In ter col le giate Sports, 190

In ter dis ci pli nary Stud ies, 46

In ter na tional Edu ca tion, 179

In ter na tional Stu dents, 180, 198

In ter na tional Stud ies, 48

In tern ships, 180, 182

In tra mu ral and Rec rea tional Ac tivi ties, 42, 191

JJ-Term, 180

Joint Ad mis sion, 197

Jour nal ism, 50

Ju di cial Board, 234

LLan ford Prize, 193

Language, Learning and Leadership, 27

La tino Stud ies, 46, 51

Leadership Studies, 51

Learn ing Cen ter, 181

Leave of Ab sence, 223

Le gal Stud ies, 46, 53

Li abil ity, 227

Lib eral Arts, 178

Lib eral Arts Fresh man Year Ex pe ri ence, 178

Life long Learn ing, 213

Load, Course, 218

MMajor Declaration, 217

Marketing, 16

Management, 16

Mathe mat ical Sciences, 54

Mathematics- Physics, 71

Maytum Lec ture, 192

Me dia Arts (see Visual Arts and New Media), 89

Me dia Cen ter, 181

Medi cal Tech nol ogy, 56

Middle Childhood Education, Mathematics, 55

Mili tary Serv ice, Credit for, 197

Mini mum Cu mu la tive Qual ity Point Av er age, 226

Minor Declaration, 217

Mi nors, 8

Missed Ex ami na tion, 219, 239

Mis sion State ment, 5

Mod ern Lan guages and Lit era tures, 57

Molecular Genetics, 59

Mo tor Ve hi cle Poli cies, 239

Mul ti cul tural Af fairs, Cen ter for, 184

Mul ti -ethnic Stud ies, 59

Mu sic, 60

Mu sic Ac tivi ties, 191

Mu si cal Thea tre, 65

Mu sic Busi ness, 67

Mu sic Stu dents Per form ance Stan dards, 226

NName Change, 227

Na tive Ameri can Aid Pro grams, 213

Na tive Ameri can Con sor tium, 213

Non- Discrimination Pol icy, 5

OOptometry, 73, 179

Ori en ta tion, 178

Overload, Course, 218

INDEX 267

PPar ent Loan, 211

Pass- Fail Op tion, 220

Pay ment Re quire ments, 200

PELL Grants, 210

Perkins Loan, 211

Phi loso phy, 68

Physi cal Edu ca tion, 42, 190

Phys ics, 69

Pla gia rism, 222, 236

Po liti cal Sci ence, 71

Pre- Medicine and Al lied Areas, 73, 179

Pre req ui sites, 218

Pro ba tion, Aca demic, 223

Psy chol ogy, 74

Public Health, 75

Pub li c Re la tions, 22

QQual ity Point Av er age, 222

RRe ad mis sion, 198, 224

Re ad mis sion Pe ti tion, 198, 224

Reed Li brary, 181

Re fund, 200

Reg is tra tion, 218

Re in state ment, 198, 224

Re lig ious Ab sence, 219, 239

Repeat (Course) Option, 220

Re quired With drawal, 223

Resi dence Credit, 226

Resi dence Life, 184, 199

Resi dency Re quire ment, 184

Res Net, 185

Room Rent, 198-199

Rules and Regu la tions for Main te nance of Pub li c Or der, 249

SSat is fac tory Aca demic Pro gress and Re ceipt of

Fi nan cial Aid, 209

Sched ule Changes, 218

Schol ar ships, 202-207

Second Baccalaureate, 226

75-hour Audit, 217

Sex ual Har ass ment, pol icy against, 248

So cial Stud ies, 44

So cial Work, 76

So ci ol ogy/An thro pol ogy/Social Work/Criminal Justice, 79

Sound Re cord ing Tech nol ogy, 80

Span ish, 58

Speech Pa thol ogy and Au di ol ogy, 80

Sport and Ex er cise Stud ies, 82

Sport Management and Exercise Science, 83

Sports, 190-191

Staf ford Loan, 211

Student Association, 187

Student Creative Activity and Research, 180

Stu dent Group Health In sur ance, 199

Stu dent Re ten tion, 227

Stu dent Rights and Re spon si bili ties, 227

Student Services (College of Education), 27

Stu dent Teach ing Re quire ments, 31, 32

Study Abroad, 179

Summer Sessions, 180

Sup ple men tal Edu ca tional Op por tu nity Grants (SEOG), 210

TTAP Awards, 208

Thea tre Ac tivi ties, 192

Thea tre and Dance, 85

3- 1-3 Pro gram, 179, 197

Time- Shortened De gree Pro gram, 197

Ti tle IV Re fund Poli cies, 200

Tran scripts, 227

Transfer Admission, 196

Trans fer Credit, 196, 221

Tui tion and Fees, 198-199

UUndergraduate De gree Re quire ments, 226

Un der gradu ate De grees Of fered, 225

Un der gradu ate Pro grams and Area Spe ciali za tions, 7

Unit of Aca demic Credit, 218

University His tory, 94, 270

Uni ver sity Po lice, 186

VVeri fi ca tion, 208

Vet er ans Bene fits/Aid, 186, 212-213

Vis it ing Stu dent Pro gram, 214

Vis ual Arts and New Media, 89

Volunteer Services, 187

WWil liams Cen ter, 187

With drawal from College, 223

Withdrawal from Course, 218

Women's Stud ies, 92

Work Study Pro gram, 211

YYounger man Cen ter for Com mu ni ca tion Dis or ders, 80, 214


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A Fredonia Timeline

1826 The Fredonia Academy opens on October 4with 15 students

1827 The Academy enrolls 81 gentlemen and 55ladies for the fall term.

1829 Fredonia is incorporated as a village.

1867 The Academy closes and the Fredonia NormalSchool opens.

1868 The Fredonia Normal School officially enrollsstudents in primary, junior and academicdepartments.

1887 Music as a specialty area begins with theappointment of Miss Jessie Hillman to theFredonia faculty

1900 A tragic fire on December 14 kills six studentsand a janitor, destroying most of the building.

1903 The new building, Old Main (now One TempleSquare senior citizen housing), is completed.

1909 Fredonia is authorized to award teachercertificates in music and art.

1931 A four-year course in music is first offered.

1933 The state purchases property on CentralAvenue to be used for future expansion.

1938 A four-year program in elementary education is offered.

1939 Construction begins at the new campus.

1941 Mason Hall is completed.

1942 First baccalaureate in elementary educationawarded. Fredonia is now known as FredoniaState Teachers College.

1948 SUNY is created. Fredonia is now one of 11colleges of education in the SUNY system.

1951 Gregory Hall, the first dormitory/student unionbuilding, is occupied.

1953 Fenton Hall is completed.

1958 Alumni Hall becomes the second dormitorybuilding on campus.

1961 McGinnies dormitory and the first Mason Halladdition completed.

1962 I.M. Pei and Partners develops master plan fora new campus.

1963 Dods, Nixon, Chautauqua and Jewett halls arecompleted.

1968 Groundbreaking for Williams (Campus) Center.

1966-1976

The college experiences rapid growth inprograms, academic departments, faculty andstudents.

1967-1971

Maytum Hall and Michael C. Rockefeller ArtsCenter constructed.

1975 Thompson Hall opens.

1976-1986

The college initiates programs in cooperativeengineering, recombinant gene technology and sound recording technology.

1983 Steele Hall is completed.

1991 Reed Library addition completed.

1998 Enrollment now exceeds 4,500 students.

2001 Lake Shore Savings Clock Tower and Carillondedicated.Swimming and diving complex completed.

2004 Juliet J. Rosch Recital Hall dedicated.

2006 University Commons completed and opened.

2007 New state-of-the-art sound recording studioand control room dedicated.New lighted soccer/lacrosse field complexslated to open.

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Alma Mater

By the shores of old Lake Erie,

Stands our Alma Mater true.

Fredonia State we proudly honor,

With its colors white and blue.

Sing its glory and its praises

Let them ring forever true -

Beloved is our Alma Mater,

Fredonia State, all hail to you.

UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2007 - 2009 - SUNY Fredonia

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