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HumanitiesThe School of

and

Social Sciences

Criminal JustiCe

english language and literature

human serviCes

interdisCiplinary studies

psyChology

publiC history

stevenson university

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COMPLEX PROBLEMS. DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES. CREATIVE SOLUTIONS.

That is the motto of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University, and it represents our unique way of viewing—and learning about—life and the world.

We offer our students a wide range of possibilities, experiences, and opportunities while main-taining Stevenson University’s commitment to small classes, individualized attention, and career preparation. Because of the broad experience and intellectual diversity of our dedicated faculty, our students learn about everything from theatre and creative writing through the humanities to the scientific study of individuals and society. Through intellectual analysis and hands-on practice, Humanities and Social Sciences students obtain the skills to meet the ever-changing challenges of life and career, to make lifelong choices, and to forge their best futures.

Our programs encourage students to learn outside the confines of their chosen disciplines as well as outside the classroom. Graduates of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences are marked by a desire to question, take risks, and develop and apply solutions. We offer an environment that stimulates inquiry, exploration, and evaluation to the student who appreciates the possibilities that broad learning offers. Our graduates’ careers, like their studies, vary across fields as they pursue interests and goals that fire their imaginations.

Students in The School of Humanities and Social Sciences learn not just how to do but also why they do. We look forward to you becoming an important part of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University.

Jim Salvucci, Ph.D.Dean, The School of Humanities and Social Sciences

message from the dean

James G. salvucci, Ph.D.dean, the school of humanities and social sciences and profes-sor of english; b.a., bard College; m.a., Queens College, the City university of new york; ph.d., university of toronto.

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statement of purposeThe School of Humanities and Social Sciences of Stevenson University is a scholarly community open to diverse frames of meaning, modes of inquiry and application, and methodological processes in study-ing the individual, groups, human productions, and social behavior and conditions. The School unites the broadest range of liberal arts with personal reflection and career development. It cultivates and abides by the habits of ethical performance and the use of critical and creative thinking to foster lifelong learning and to solve local and global problems significant to human-ists and social scientists.

programs of studyWe offer the following bachelor’s degree programs:

» Criminal Justice» English Language and Literature» Human Services» Interdisciplinary Studies» Psychology » Public History

the sChool of humanities and soCial sCienCes: at a glanCe Career at a glanCe

stevenson is proud of its recent graduates and what they have accomplished. their success is reflected in the places where they have pro-gressed to study and work.

Graduate School CatholiC university of ameriCaeastern universitygeorgetown universityJohns hopkins universityhoward universityloyola marymount universitymCdaniel College morgan state university st. John’s College st. mary’s College towson universityuniversity of baltimore university of ChiCagouniversity of delawareuniversity of maryland

employmentCriminal JustiCeas a new program, criminal justice does not yet have graduates. please see the criminal justice page for more information.

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english language and literatureagora pressatlantiC books baltimore City pub-liC sChoolsbaltimore County publiC sChoolsCarroll County publiC sChoolsCommunity College of baltimore Countyglass healthittti Japanstevenson universitywyCliffe translators

human serviCesagenCy for Children with developmental disabilitiesbaltimore City healthy startbaltimore County Crisis response, inC.baltimore County publiC sChoolsCatholiC CharitiesClub symmetryColumbia addiCtions Centerdivision of CorreCtioneastern avenue healthfrizzera, berlin, & Collerius, mdskennedy krieger high sChoolkolmaC CliniCplanned parenthood of marylandsheppard pratt health system

tessCo teChnologiesuniversity of maryland mediCal Centeruniversity of maryland sChool of soCial work

interdisCiplinary studiesbank of ameriCabb&tbell nurseryCapital onefbigraCe united learning Centerhoward County reC & parksJohns hopkins bayviewkennedy krieger institutemaryland Coalition of families for Children’s mental healthoffiCe of employment developmentsheppard prattsoCial seCurity administrationst. Joseph mediCal Centertowson university

psyChologyadams hanover Counseling CenterarChbishop Curley high sChoolbaltimore County publiC sChoolsCase management serviCes, inC.

Celebree learning CenterChildren aChieving maximum potentialforbush sChoolkennedy krieger institutemain street mobil treatment and mental health CentermosaiC Community serviCesmount st. Joseph high sChoolmurthy law firmnational institute on agingsheppard prattsoCial seCurity administrationst. elizabeth’s sChoolteksystemstrellis serviCes, inC.u.s. Census bureau

publiC historyagora finanCial arChbishop Curley high sChool baltimore museum of industryCousil, baradel, kosmerl, nolan p.a.historiC ships of baltimore m.a.f. & assoCiatessoCial seCurity administration

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The criminal justice program at Stevenson is committed to education, re-search, and public service. Students benefit from a state-of-the-art education focused on a comprehensive and critical understanding of the criminal justice system and the society in which it functions. Students examine the broad questions of how justice is administered in American society and globally as well as confront the fundamental issues of criminal justice.

Within The School of Humanities and Social Sciences, faculty members pre-pare students for criminal justice careers or post-graduate work. The faculty advances research in teaching, assessment, and the knowledge base of the field of criminal justice as well as policy implications. Faculty expertise also assists criminal justice and social service agencies in the greater metropolitan Baltimore area in applied research, policy development, training, and planned change to meet the social and technological challenges of the 21st century.

criminal Justice

Facultyhamin D. shabazz, D.P.a.program Coordinator, Criminal Justice and associate professor of Criminal Justice; b.s., widener university; m.s., university of michigan; d.p.a., univer-sity of baltimore

Katie l. swoPeassistant professor, Criminal Justice; b.a., slippery rock university; m.a. ph.d., indiana university of pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science

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tori GrahamCriminal Justice

“i did an internship with

the national prosecuting

authority in south africa

as part of a study abroad

experience with the

criminal justice program.

we went on tours of

the forensic labs, police

stations, and rape clinic

as well as prisons where

i was able to interview a

few inmates. i even had

the honor of interviewing

a number of prestigious

judges.”

of the trip, tori adds, “i

can’t forget to mention

the three-day safari. i got

to pet a king cheetah!

how cool is that?”

the program pledges to:• Provide a state-of-the-art curriculum and educational environment.• Foster the talent development of students, faculty, and staff.• Integrate technology into the curriculum including web enhanced instruction.• Promote each student’s capacity for self-directed, lifelong learning.• Ensure learner-centeredness in order to maximize learning.• Enhance quality through a commitment to continuous improvement.• Reinforce the value of service to the community.• Develop ongoing partnerships and collaboration with criminal justice agencies.• Expand placement opportunities of graduates.• Inspire a sense of pride in being an alumnus or alumna of the criminal justice pro-gram at Stevenson University.

extraCurriCular aCtivities in Criminal JustiCe• The Criminal Justice Honor Society – Mu Psi is Stevenson University’s chapter of the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma.  Alpha Phi Sigma is the only national criminal justice honor society for Criminal Justice majors. The society recognizes academic excellence by undergraduate students of criminal justice. 

• The Criminal Justice Student Association is a student organization dedicated to pro-viding hands-on education and experience in the criminal justice field. All declared criminal justice majors are automatically enrolled.

Criminal JustiCe study abroad program:Stevenson University’s Criminal Justice Study Abroad Program engages students in global awareness through international study. Our program aims to promote worldwide education and opportunities to travel and experience a new culture. Study Abroad values diversity, education, and international cooperation.  Having a Study Abroad Program is one way of truly immersing in cultural diversity. By becoming a part of that outside world, our students will learn to truly engage with the interna-tional community.

a samPlinG of courses in criminal Justice:

CJus 101 introduction to Criminal Justice

CJus 220 Criminal law & procedure

CJus 265 the Juvenile Justice system

CJus 275 Corrections

CJus 275 law enforcement

CJus 285 Criminology

CJus 305 ethical issues in Criminal Justice

CJus 310 Comparative Criminal Justice systems

CJus 380 american Courts & the Crimi-nal Justice systems

CJus 385 research methods in Criminal Justice

CJus 417 Criminal Justice internship

common careers for criminal Justice maJors

leGal/courtS lawyer

legal assistant

Court administrator

paralegal

pretrial officer

bailiffs

police officer

correctionS/Security Correction treatment specialist

Corrections Counselor

Corrections supervisor

security officer

law enForcement/ inveStiGationpolice officer

deputy sheriff

federal agent

(fbi, dea, dhs, iCe, etc.)

private detective

parole/probation officer

forensic investigator

fraud investigator

Claims adjuster

Social ServiceSvictim services Counselor

Caseworker

substance abuse specialist

Child protective services agent

Counselor

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enGlish lanGuaGe anD literature

Bachelor of Arts

To study English at Stevenson University is to enter a community committed to

• Respect for the individual and his or her intellectual, social, and professional development.

• A purposeful study of English language, literature, and writing through sequences of crafted learning experiences inside and outside of the classroom.

• Collaboration between each student and the faculty.

The major prepares students to face the challenges of their careers, of a diverse world, and of a lifetime of learning. Graduates enter the world armed with skills essential to meeting these challenges. They have mastered the ability to

• Read closely and analytically.• Reason and argue clearly and precisely.• Communicate thoughts effectively and precisely in speech and in writing.

• Clarify personal values in relation to the values of others.• Make informed career choice based on personal goals.

english and Career arChiteCturesm

For students, choosing a career and finding the right sequence of classes to prepare for that choice is not easy to do on their own. That is why studying English at Stevenson University is a good decision. Stevenson has a longstanding commitment to career preparation and an established history of success in career placement. All of this is embodied in its philosophy and practice of Career ArchitectureSM, a program that aids students in the exploration and selection of a career.

The English Department’s commitment to this program begins when a student starts classes, not—as in so many other schools—when the student approaches graduation. As students progress from the freshmen level toward graduation, they take career development classes that prepare them for graduation, for the beginning of their careers, and for an active life of learning beyond the classroom.

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Faculty

GeralD van aKen, department Chair and professor of english; b.a., trinity College; m.a., ph.d., university of maryland, College park

Kathleen t. brown, professor of english; b.a., towson university; m.l.a., the Johns hopkins university; ph.d., the Catholic university of america

aaron D. chanDler, assistant professor of english; b.a., roanoke College; m.a., hollins university; ph.d., university of north Carolina at greensboro

GeralD s. maJer, professor of english; b.a., northeastern illinois university; m.a., the Johns hopkins university; ph.d., northwestern university

JosePh e. marshall, assistant professor of english; b.a., providence College; m.a., ph.d., the Catholic university of america

laura t. smith, assistant professor of eng-lish; b.a., william and mary; m.a., ph.d., university of texas at austin

laura snyDer, associate professor of eng-lish; b.a., m.a., ball state university; ph.d., loyola university Chicago

nanette c. tamer, professor of english; b.a., syracuse university; m.a., m.a.t., state univer-sity of new york at binghamton; ph.d., university of delaware

ProseWorks, the university’s on-line journal, embraces the realms of fiction and of creative non-fiction, including memoir, biogra-phy, nature and science writing, and travel writing, and the many hybrid forms of literary nonfiction thriving in contemporary american literature.

the maiDens (an excerPt)corinne mccormick

My uncle had always warned me to beware

of the sea maidens, for their songs were

medicine for the body, but venom for the

soul. His mind had always been clouded

by drink, and had long been poisoned by

the heat and sun. You would have been

branded mad or foolish to believe a word

of his utterances. Yet, in the autumn of my

twenty-forth year, I found myself forced

to believe in my uncle’s tales, as I found

myself face to face with the substance of

nightmares.

reaD more at <proseworks.suacademics.org>

rachel martinezenglish language and

literature

“the best part of being an

english major, in my opin-

ion, is the exposure to a

wide variety of literature.

i was given the chance

to read and study amaz-

ing works, which in turn

helped strengthen my

interpreting and analyzing

skills,” says rachel.

while at stevenson, ra-

chel interned as editorial

assistant and Contributing

writer for maryland public

television. upon gradua-

tion she plans to continue

in the television field and

apply to graduate schools

for a ph.d. in literature.

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a samPlinG of courses electives in enGlish lan-GuaGe anD literature:

Career development reQuirements:

english: forms and functions

design your Career

english Capstone: internship

literature eleCtives:

literary genres (drama, novel, poetry, short story)

topics in literature (wizards: from merlin to potter, Comics & graphic novels)

major author (austen, dickens, faulkner, morrison)

Creative writing electives:

introduction to Creative writing

Creative writing (fiction, non-fiction, poetry)

advanced workshops (in fiction, non-fiction, poetry)

professional writing electives:

Journalism i & ii

magazine writing and publishing

public relations writing

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human services

Faculty

GiGi a. franyo-ehlers, professor, human services; a.b., smith College; ed.m., harvard university; ph.d., university of delaware

thomas K. swisher, assistant professor of human services; b.s. university of virginia; J.d., univer-sity of baltimore; ph.d., loyola College in maryland

lauri weiner, assistant professor of human services; b.a.; dickinson College; m.a., bowling state university; J.d., university of maryland

Bachelor of Science

Human services majors spend their time at Stevenson building an extensive base of knowledge about families and individuals and how to provide services for them. The program prepares graduates to embark on careers in human services, such as community social services, case management, services for children and senior citizens, services for college students, customer relations, and crisis services.

optional traCksAn addictions counseling track is available for students interested in working with clients who have substance abuse problems or other addiction disorders. A human services administration track is available for students planning to pursue careers in human services administration, such as human resources, development, and management. An administration of programs for children track is available for students who want to work with young children.

multidisCiplinary CurriCulumTo effectively help people in need, students should obtain knowledge in multiple disciplines. In addition to

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cory Brownhuman services

the courses within the major, human services students benefit from taking courses in law, philosophy, psychology, and sociology.

nationally aCCredited program CertifiCationsThe human services program is nationally accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education. This accreditation recognizes the program as being worthy of public and professional confidence. Graduates are prepared to take the exam for certification as a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP) offered by the Center for Credentialing and Education.

Students who choose the addictions counseling track can complete the academic work required for certification by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD). Students who choose the administration of programs for children track can complete the academic work required for the Child Care Administrator Level 4 credential issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.

emphasis on field plaCementsOne of the best ways to learn about people and how to help them is to interact with them in a real life setting. Human services majors understand the importance of obtaining hands-on experience in the field. Students are placed in agencies related to areas of interest, such as hospitals, colleges, addiction treatment facilities, adoption and foster care agencies, schools and centers for children with autism and other emotional or behavioral problems, senior citizen centers, and mental health facilities. All human services graduates spend a minimum of 500 hours in field placements.

after graduationGraduates have a wealth of opportunities at their fingertips. Approximately one-third of students enter graduate programs in fields such as school counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, human services, and related social science disciplines. During the past five years, more than 96 percent of the SU human services students who applied to graduate school have been accepted by the schools to which they applied.

a samPlinG of courses in human services:

introduction to human services

family studies

Counseling strategies for individuals

group process and practice

diversity in life styles

administration of human services

family dynamics and interventions

internship in human services

practicum in human services

focused electives - addictions, services for Children, aging, etc.

careers for human services maJors

Child life/therapeutic recreation specialist

geriatric social work assistant

mental health practitioner

hr recruitment assistant

Case management specialist

patient service Coordinator

research lab assistant

project Coordinator

residence life director

”stevenson’s human

services program has

challenged me to look

beyond the surface when

it comes to develop-

ing strategies to assist

clients,” Cory says.

”having real-world field

experiences gives me

the confidence to enter

the professional world

with that extra sense of

competence.”

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Interdisciplinary studies is a flexible degree program that allows students to develop an individual course of study by combining classes from two academic disciplines. Each interdisciplinary studies major works closely with faculty members to create a customized program that transcends traditional majors offered at the University.

Students may investigate a course of study that requires an interdisciplinary approach to a theme such as a set of problems, an idea, or a period of study. Some suggested interdisciplinary themes include aesthetics and artistic expression, international/global studies, administration and policy, and American studies. Each semester, students meet with the program coordinator to assess their academic progress and review volunteer projects, internships, and other career-development activities.

Interdisciplinary studies majors may choose to pursue either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree. The Bachelor of Arts requires the completion of a foreign language through at least the intermediate level.

interDisciPlinary stuDies

Faculty

because of the multi disciplinary nature of this major, faculty members are drawn from academic areas across the university. students consult with department chairs from the two core disciplines they select to study. they also establish regular advisory meetings with the interdisciplinary stud-ies program coordinator.

esther D. horrocKs, program Coordinator, interdisciplin-ary studies, and professor of sociology and anthropology; b.a., university of minnesota; m.a., ph.d., ohio state university

Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science

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taylor Bechtel

philosophy and

psychology

taylor, who also plays

soccer for stevenson,

says this major allows

the perfect amount of

structure and freedom.

“with the interdisciplin-

ary studies major, i can

explore multiple subjects

and ways of thought

and at the same time i

can stay on a path to a

degree, he says.”

what’s distinCtive about the interdisCiplinary studies maJor at su?• A customized program based on academic interests• Close work with faculty who have expertise in the area of study

• An opportunity to explore career options through internships

• A capstone senior seminar that supports independent research

popular interdisCiplinary Combinations inClude:» Business administration/social science

» English (writing focus)/business administration

» Education/social sciences

» Psychology/human services

» Philosophy/social sciences

» Business/human services

» Art/business

a bright futureGraduates of the interdisciplinary studies program leave SU ready to enter many professional arenas. Former interdisciplinary studies majors are working in federal agencies, social services, retail management, law enforcement, human resources, education, and business. Others have entered graduate programs in professional writing, humanities, social work, education, business, public administration, law, and library science.

Courses and eleCtives in interdisCiplinary studiesIn addition to completing the general core requirements, interdisciplinary studies majors complete courses in their individual fields of interest, a variety of electives, and interdisciplinary courses designed to challenge their imaginations and broaden their knowledge base.

Students choose core electives that are submitted to the program coordinator and approved by faculty advisors. Core electives must include courses in two disciplines. All students are required to complete 36 credits of core electives; 18 credits must be at the 300-400 level.

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oyinade Koyi

english

and

information systems

“i love picking my own

classes to fit my career

goals,” says oyinade.

“su has taught me so

much as far as establish-

ing a career and market-

ing myself correctly.

over the summer, i

interned with Cbs radio

in lanham, md. i worked

with several different

radio stations including

wpgC, fresh fm, and

el zol.”

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Psychology majors are interested in how humans and animals think, feel, and act. The program helps students develop a scientifically based understanding of behavior, and mental processes. Graduates emerge with the tools and knowledge to succeed in the career path of their choice.

the stevenson university psyChology maJor has four Components:1. focus on a broaD KnowleDGe base in PsycholoGyStudents learn how a person’s behavior is affected by his or her genetic background, biology, cognitive development, socioemotional development, and social and cultural environments.2. researchPsychology is a science. Psychology majors evaluate and utilize scientific research to broaden their understanding of how humans develop and behave.

PsycholoGy

Faculty

Jeffrey D. elliott, department Chair, psychology and professor of psychology; b.a., m.a., salisbury state university; ph.d., university of maryland, baltimore County

Dyer P. bilGrave, professor of psychology; b.a., towson university; m.p.s., new york theological seminary; m.a., american international College; m.f.a., brandeis university; m.a., ph.d., university of maryland, baltimore County

D. ryan schurtz, assistant professor of psychology; b.s., m.a., towson university, ph.d., university of kentucky.

nancy c. sherman, professor of psychology; b.a., ithaca College; ph.d., university of maine

Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science

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a samPlinG of courses anD electives in PsycholoGy:

introduction to psychology

psychopathology

Counseling skills

research methods

social psychology

personality psychology

biological psychology

field placement

human growth and development

Child psychopathology

Counseling theories

learning theories and their applications

history and systems of psychology

human sexuality

tests and measurement

topics in psychology

e.g., forensic psychology industrial/organiza-tional psychology sports psychology

Cognitive psychology

animal assisted therapy

advanced Counseling skills

love and relationships

GaBBy Greenpsychology

“i plan on going to

graduate school to obtain

a master’s or ph.d. in

counseling psychology.

the department regularly

sponsors grad school prep

meetings, gre prep ses-

sions, and speakers from

local graduate programs,”

gabby says “i hope to

impact the world in a

positive way with my

life, and graduating from

stevenson is my first step

toward that goal.”

3. clinical aPPlication of PsycholoGyStudents learn about psychological disorders and begin developing the skills needed to help individuals solve personal problems; cope with mental illness; and lead richer, fuller lives.4. Professional DeveloPmentThroughout their years at SU, psychology majors explore their interests in the classroom and the field, identify their career goals, and acquire knowledge that is essential to the discipline. Students develop the intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills to obtain employment in many occupations and to attend graduate school.

after graduationPsychology majors graduate from Stevenson ready to enter the working world or to pursue graduate study. Career options for recent bachelor’s degree students include human services provider, public relations specialist, research assistant, law enforcement officer, research program coordinator, and teacher. A wealth of opportunities also exists for students who pursue master’s and doctoral degrees in psychology. Recent graduates have been accepted into the following programs: M.A. programs in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, research psychology, applied psychology, forensic psychology, human resource management, school counseling, occupational therapy, and exercise physiology; M.S.W. programs in social work; and Psy.D programs in clinical psychology. About 40 percent of psychology alumni enrolled in graduate programs related to the field of psychology last year.

emphasis on experiential learningPsychology majors have many opportunities to gain hands-on experience outside the classroom. Students may choose a field placement related to their interests and they may also conduct research. Field placements and research activities prepare the students for the workforce or graduate school. In the past, students have done field placements in mental health and addictions treatment facilities, forensics and law enforcement, hospitals and medical facilities, nursing homes, educational settings, human resources, occupational therapy, and the zoo. Students may also choose to conduct research independently, with a faculty member, or at other research facilities.

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Public history

Bachelor of Arts

Faculty

JosePh mcGraw, esq. department Chair, humanities and public history and assistant professor of history; b.a., m.a., university of virginia; J.d., university of baltimore

alexanDer o. boultonprofessor of history; b.f.a., maryland institute College of art; m.a., ph.d., College of william and mary

clauDia J. floyD professor of history and political science; b.a., Carlow College; m.a., duquesne university; m.l.a., the Johns hopkins university; ph.d., university of maryland, baltimore County

Glenn t. Johnstonadjunct professor of history; b.a., st. lawrence university; m.a., state universiy of new york, buffalo; m.s.ed., niagra university; ph.d., university of north texas

marilyn K. Julius associate professor of history; b.a., m.a.t., emory university

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Joanna poolepublic history

Stevenson offers one of the nation’s few four-year undergradu-ate public history majors. This exciting program provides the breadth of a traditional history major but focuses on American history. It presents the opportunity to study and practice the public presentation of history through specialized coursework and internships. The program is distinctive because of the strong liberal arts context of the degree, which gives graduates a broad perspective about their course of study. The two primary objec-tives of the public history program are to provide a solid founda-tion in general historical knowledge and methodology as part of a general, undergraduate, liberal arts education; and to offer the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience through internships and specialized, upper-level public history courses that make a career in public history a reality.

internships in publiC historyStudents recently have completed internships at such sites as the Smithsonian Institute, the National Archives, the National Mu-seum of Civil War Medicine, the Baltimore Museum of Industry, and the B & O Railroad Museum.

a samPlinG of courses in Public history:

american women’s history

art of historical narrative

boom & bust: u.s., 1920s & 1930s

buildings, brothels & bars

historical archaeology

history of baltimore

history of the family

history museum studies

making the u.s. Constitution

research and writing in history

“i love everything about

stevenson, but if i had

to choose one thing, i

would say the opportuni-

ties being placed in front

of me in the public

history major. as a soph-

omore, i have already

had the great pleasure

of being able to find out

what my true passions

are through not only in

classroom experience

but also through history

related volunteer experi-

ence.”

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robbers, radicals & reformers: u.s., 1877-1920

the age of the american revolution

the american presidency

the sixties

african american history

war & terrorism since 1945

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directionS to the admiSSionS oFFice

Take the Baltimore Beltway (I-695; accessible from I-95) to exit 19 (I-795 N). Follow I-795 to exit 4, Owings Mills Bou-levard (north to Reisterstown Road). Continue on Owings Mills Boulevard to Groff Lane and turn right.

For GPS directions, please use 10945 Boulevard Circle, Owings Mills, MD 21117.

plan your visit and apply online at <stevenson.edu>.

stevenson university at a Glance

Annapolis

Baltimore

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495

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6883

Virginia

Pennsylvania

Washington, D.C.

795

STEVENSONUNIVERSITY

character stevenson university is a coeducational, independent institu-

tion that is widely known for its unique synthesis of traditional liberal arts education and exceptional career preparation.

enrollment more than 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

GreenSprinG campuS Just minutes from baltimore in the town of stevenson, md.,

the university’s original campus offers a peaceful learning atmosphere and modern facilities amidst the rolling hills of the greenspring valley.

owinGS millS campuS Conveniently located just six miles from the greenspring

Campus, the owings mills Campus is a thriving academic and residential community.

Student-Faculty ratio 15:1

averaGe accepted applicant high school gpa: 3.3 sat: 1380-1710 (middle 50 percent) aCt: 22

Study aBroad students may broaden their educational and cultural horizons

by studying in multiple foreign destinations.

School codeS aCt: 1753 • sat: 5856 • fafsa: 002107

honorS proGram through a series of small, interdisciplinary seminars and an

extensive array of academic enrichment activities, the su honors program allows outstanding students in all majors to pursue their general requirements at a more demanding and rewarding level.

athleticS the university has a wide range of nCaa division iii athletic

teams. mustang athletics competes in the Capital athletic Conference (CaC) in all sports except men’s volleyball, which participates in the north eastern Collegiate volleyball asso-ciation (neCva). the football team competes in the middle atlantic Conference (maC).

Financial aid approximately 90 percent of stevenson students receive some

form of scholarship or need-based aid including work-study, grants, and loans.

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