Bloomsburg University Viewbook

A great place to be

BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY O F P E N N S Y LVA N I A

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OVERVIEW n RESOURCES: 56 undergraduate majors, 50 undergraduate minors and 21 graduate programs. Bloomsburg also features all the equipment and technology to give students the best preparation for careers. n AN ENVIRONMENT FOR ENGAGEMENT: 250 student clubs — ranging from community service to the arts and business to entertainment — give students the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and creativity — to grow both professionally and personally. n A TRADITION OF SERVICE: Students dedicate more than 62,000 hours of service each year. n CONNECTIONS TO CAREERS AND THE WORLD: More than 60,000 alumni enable students to network throughout the eastern U.S. and beyond. Students also have opportunities to study abroad in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. n A WINNING TRADITION: 19 national championship trophies, more than 100 conference titles and recognition of hundreds of all-Americans attest to Bloomsburg’s athletic excellence. n AND YES ­— AFFORDABLE: Costs total about $8,903 per semester for tuition, fees, room and meals for Pennsylvania residents and about $14,312 per semester for nonresidents.

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PROFILE: Courtney Dunn Hometown: Mifflintown Majors: Psychology & English “The faculty and educational experiences at Bloomsburg University have provided me with confidence. I have learned what I want and what I love. More importantly, I will continue doing what I want and love. “

Unleash your inner husky.

At Bloomsburg, Unleash Your Inner Husky is about being your best.

Our mission is to help you achieve excellence in the classroom, in the community and in your career. We encourage Bloomsburg students to be committed, engaged and service-oriented leaders.

As the largest and most comprehensive public university in Northeastern and Northcentral Pennsylvania, Bloomsburg has

the resources to give you the environment, tools and guidance you need to discover and achieve your aspirations.

You will be uniquely empowered from the first course you take, as Bloomsburg’s flexible general education program, MyCore (www.bloomu.edu/mycore), allows you to customize your general education experience — through experiences both in and out of the classroom.

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Downtown Bloomsburg, lined with shops and restaurants, is just a short block from campus.

A great place to be you.

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Bloomsburg is an easy drive from many metropolitan areas, including Philadelphia, New York City, Allentown, Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and Harrisburg.

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Allentown, 1.5 hours Altoona, 2.25 hours Conshohocken, 2 hours Downingtown, 2.5 hours

Doylestown, 2.5 hours Harrisburg, 1.5 hours Lancaster, 2 hours Lower Bucks County, 2.5 hours Philadelphia, 2.25 hours

Reading, 1.75 hours Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, 1 hour Stroudsburg, 1.5 hours Williamsport, 1 hour

FAST FACT

Bloomsburg provides more than

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scholarships valued at $1.3 million.

Opportunity in reach.

Costs total about $8,903 per semester for tuition, fees, room and meals for Pennsylvania residents and about $14,312 per semester for nonresidents. Add about $500 for books and classroom materials.

More than $1 million in scholarships are awarded annually.

Other support includes loans, grants and work-study. About 90 percent of students receive some form of financial aid; the average amount of aid is $10,000 per year. See www. bloomu.edu/fees for the most current and complete fee schedule and www.bloomu.edu/aid for information about financial assistance.

ANNUAL COSTS

In-State Out-of-State Tuition $7,060 $17,650 Fees $2,266 $2,494 Room $5,360 $5,360 Board $3,120 $3,120 Total Cost

$17,806

$28,624

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Vincent Ottomanelli ’88, CEO and regional director of Salvatore Ferragamo – The Americas, spoke to two dozen BU art and marketing students at the flagship store in New York City. The company visit was offered through BU’s Professional U initiative. Art student Tori Thomas works on a linoleum-block print. Jennifer Whisner, Environmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences (EGGS) professor, illustrates her classes with birds-eye views of the landscape. Steve Rier, professor of Biological and Allied Health Sciences, and student Keith Kinek, monitor an artificial stream table used to study factors that impact water quality.

PROFILE: Shaidy Moronta (right) Hometown: Hazleton Major: Biology/Pre-med “Because my professors know me, they’ve helped me land internships at medical schools and medical centers. Recently, I had an incredible experience shadowing at Geisinger Medical Center thanks to my biology professor.”

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FAST FACT

Our

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student-faculty ratio means that you’ll receive the personal attention that Bloomsburg is known for.

We make it personal.

The Bloomsburg tradition is based on doing more than just what’s required. It’s based on going the extra mile, taking the extra step.

We don’t just “train” students — we will help you define your interests and your ambitions.

Throughout your college career, faculty will be right here to offer the guidance you need to chart a path toward realizing your goals.

You will have opportunities to hone and develop leadership skills and creative talents.

As you progress in your academic career, you can explore internship possibilities, pursue undergraduate research projects with faculty and engage community service projects. All of these experiences can help you stand out to future employers.

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FAST FACT

Each summer, more than

40 students are awarded BU grants to support independent research and creative projects with a faculty mentor.

PROFILE: Carson Merine Hometown: Gettysburg Major: Criminal Justice “Bloomsburg has been my second home. I know that whenever I need advice or any kind of help it will be there for me. Whether it’s from my peers, professors, or administrative staff there will always be someone there to help. As a result of BU, I have already been afforded once in a lifetime opportunities, such as being accepted into Widener Law Jurist Academy.”

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Bloomsburg University understands the power of the network — 80 percent of all jobs are found through networking. As a student, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to tap into our network of 60,000 alumni and dozens of business partners.

Beginning your first semester, you’ll be able to assess your skills, establish a professional LinkedIn profile, and connect with alumni in the careers that interest you — through exploratory interviews, alumni lectures and receptions.

In addition to your academic courses, Bloomsburg’s Professional U initiative gives you the chance to take part in experiences that build your professional skills every year through your college career.

To cap off your university experience, Bloomsburg offers robust research, student teaching and internship programs. Every semester more than 300 students have internships with organizations that include Geisinger, PPL Corporation, Merck and Vanguard.

Jocelyn Legere, a junior chemistry major, spent a summer at Yale University working with top researchers. Philadelphia celebrity and BU graduate Andi Summers broadcasts her morning 92.5 XTU radio show from campus during the Confer Radio Institute. Business students connect with successful alumni and university friends at an evening reception. Mass communications major Leah Cover was selected to work as part of the public relations staff at Super Bowl XLVIII. She secured the coveted position after job shadowing BU alumna Nicole Fountain at MetLife Stadium.

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And career connections.

As a Bloomsburg graduate you’ll become part of a strong and active alumni network

60,000 members strong.

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THE COLLEGE OF

Business 08

Bloomsburg University’s College of Business is structured so every student is exposed to the full range of business disciplines at the start of their college experience. This will help you make the best career choice and prepare for a leadership role in that career.

Bloomsburg’s reputation for excellence brings recruiters from major firms to campus every year. Through Bloomsburg’s Zeigler Institute for Professional Development, you will have the

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opportunity to meet with visiting executives and network with business leaders and alumni. You will also attend seminars on résumé writing, interviewing and building a portfolio.

Add special programs to develop the soft skills that you need to be successful, such as how to navigate a corporate meeting or a business lunc, and you an expect to graduate as a polished professional.

MAJORS

management grounds his operations management courses with real-world experience. John Okpara, professor of management, shares an international perspective with students. Finance professor and financial laboratory director Victoria Geyfman teaches students how to assess the value of a business. Students give a group class presentation. Accounting professor and chairperson Gary Robson brings a friendly, approachable style to class.

Alumnae Juli Miller ’92, a vice president at Johnson and Johnson, meets with students at BU’s annual Business Conference.

Accounting (B.S.B.A) Business Education (B.S.Ed.) Finance (B.S.B.A.) Information and Technology Management (B.S.B.A) Management (B.S.B.A.) Marketing (B.S.B.A) Specialization: Professional Selling Supply Chain Management (B.S.B.A.)

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THE COLLEGE OF

Education Real schools. Real classrooms.

Immerse yourself in actual K-12 settings and experience the exuberance, curiosity and highenergy of children.

The quality of Bloomsburg’s College of Education has been recognized by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. BU has the only undergraduate program endorsed by the Commonwealth for preparing educators to teach online courses effectively.

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BU offers plenty of opportunities to work with children throughout your college career, including summer camps for reading and science.

The university’s innovative McDowell Institute for Positive Behavior Support trains our future teachers to help students overcome the nonacademic barriers that hold them back from school success.

Education-focused study abroad programs in Italy and Cameroon

allow you to have an international experience and still graduate on time.

Cap off your experience with a semester of student teaching and you’ll earn more than a degree. You’ll have experience that makes you much more than a classroom rookie.

The quality of BU’s program isn’t lost on school districts, which recruit BU education graduates from throughout the Eastern U.S., and as far away as Alaska.

Education major Melanie Nogueras helps a student during a field experience in a Lehigh Valley school.

A BU education student meets with school district recruiters at an education job fair on campus. Young students are eager to answer Mike Burda’s questions during a field experience. Deborah Stryker, associate professor of exceptionality programs, teaches students to speak with their hands in an American Sign Language course. Lauren Smith leads an after-school club in Chinese language for area elementary school students.

Caryn Terwilliger, assistant professor of early childhood and adolescent education, leads a class.

MAJORS

American Sign Language/English Interpreting (B.S.) Education Pre-K through Grade 4 (B.S.Ed.) Education Deaf/Hard of Hearing (PK-12) & Early Childhood (PK-4) (B.S. Ed.) Middle Level Education Grades 4-8 (B.S.Ed.) Specializations: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Secondary Education (B.S.B.A.) Specializations: Biology, Chemistry, Citizenship (History), Communications, Earth and Space Science, English, French, German, Mathematics, Physics, Spanish Special Education (K-8)/Early Childhood (PK-4) (Dual Certification)

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THE COLLEGE OF

Liberal Arts Bloomsburg has the depth and breadth to offer a rich variety of programs in the arts, the humanities and the social sciences.

Our liberal arts programs emphasize communication and critical thinking skills that provide a solid foundation for success in a rapidly changing economy.

As a student, you will work with the traditional and the cuttingedge tools of your field ... whether it’s a printing press in the art studio or a trowel and a sifter on an archaeological dig as well as the latest technology in a computer graphics lab or modern recording studio. Through it all, you’ll learn from professors in the classroom, in the studio and in the field.

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MAJORS

Anthropology (B.A.) Specializations: General, Applied, Research Art History (B.A.) Art Studio (B.A.) Specializations: Drawing, Fabric Design, Graphic Print Design, Graphic Web Design, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture Communications Studies (B.A.) Specializations: Interpersonal Relationship Management, Leadership and Social Influence, Organizational Communication

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Criminal Justice (B.A.) Economics (B.A.) Specializations: Business, General, Political English (B.A.) Specializations: Creative Writing, Literature, Secondary Education History (B.A.) Languages and Cultures (B.A.) Specializations: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Russian and Eastern European Studies, Spanish Mass Communications (B.A.) Specializations: Emergent Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Telecommunications

Music (B.A.) Specializations: Audio/Video Recording, Education (K-12), Liberal Arts Philosophy (B.A.) Political Science (B.A.) Specialization: Pre-Law Psychology (B.A.) Social Work (B.S.W.) Sociology (B.A.) Specialization: Applied Theatre Arts (B.A.) Specializations: Design, Performance, Integrated

Agbaw talks about the nuts and bolts of writing. Liberal arts students present their research and creative projects to the campus each spring.

Music major Josh Nesmith prepares to play the drums with the Bloomsburg Jazz Ensemble at the Montreaux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

Students practice writing characters in a Chinese class.

A student majoring in audio/video recording puts in time on a project behind the mixing board. Psychology professor Marion Mason shares practical life-tips with students before each class.

Telecommunications student records a presenter in one of BU’s television studios.

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THE COLLEGE OF

Science & Technology At Bloomsburg, science isn’t confined to the classroom, or even the lab. As a student, you’ll find opportunities for technology internships, health care clinical experiences or scientific research.

BU professors are involved in research funded by government, non-profit and commercial organizations. At any time dozens of students are involved in research projects, which often lead to conference presentations and published journal articles.

These experiences will give you an edge in your career, and along the way you’ll be able to take pride in making a difference — for the environment or for your community.

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MAJORS

Allied Health Sciences (B.S.) Specializations: General Medical Laboratory Science, Pre-Physician Assistant, Pre-Physical Therapy Audiology and Speech Pathology (B.S.) Biology (B.S., B.A.) Specializations: Environmental Biology, General, Molecular Biology, Natural History, Pre-Medicine

Chemisty professor Mark Tapsak, right, involves students in research. Tapsak has more than two dozen patents in polymer chemistry. Students in the environmental science program perform water quality tests on a forest stream. Chemistry students work on an independent project using BU’s advanced analytical instrumentation. Biological and Allied Health Sciences professor Candice Klingerman helps a student in an anatomy and physiology class. Health Physics major Robert Riley received the National Academy of Nuclear Training Scholarship that allowed him to gain new skills at different nuclear power plants. Electronics Engineering Technology students collaborate on a project.

Chemistry (B.A., B.S.) Specializations: Biochemistry, Nanotechnology Computer Science (B.S.) Digital Forensics (B.S.) Electronics Engineering Technology (B.S.) Engineering Science 3+2 (B.A. & B.S.)

Environmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences (B.S.) Tracks: Professional Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Geography and Planning Exercise Science (B.S.) Health Physics (B.S.) Mathematics (B.A., B.S.) Specialization: Statistics Medical Imaging (B.S.) Nursing (B.S.N.) Physics (B.A., B.S.)

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A campus that feels like home.

Above, opposite page: An aerial view of Bloomsburg’s lower campus. Top, this page: An aerial view of the upper campus, which features athletic facilities and student apartments.

Residential living at BU is safe, affordable and convenient. Living amenities on Bloomsburg’s lower campus include seven residence halls, eight dining facilities and the Student Recreation Center. All residence halls are hardwired with smoke detectors and sprinkler systems, restricted to key card access and staffed by upper classmen community assistants. Upper campus, about a half-mile away and connected by continuous shuttle bus service, features three university-owned

student apartment complexes, a dining and conference center and athletic facilities.

For students who wish to take their studies further, Bloomsburg offers Living and Learning Communities (LLCs) — groups of students who share common academic and/or social interests, live together in a residence hall, participate in the same activities and are enrolled in related courses. To learn more about Living and Learning Communities, visit www.bloomu.edu/LLC.

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Residence Halls Campus Apartment Complexes Campus Dining Facilities

Elwell Residence Hall on lower campus houses 700 students.

Students study outside Luzerne Hall. The Jessica Kozloff Apartments on upper campus have a view of the mountains.

Students walk to Monty’s from Montgomery Place Apartments on upper campus. An aerial view of the Jessica Kozloff Apartments, foreground, showing the nearby tennis complex and athletic fields.

Monty’s Eatery on the upper campus.

The fountain lighted in the evening is a focal point of the Academic Quad. Students work out in the Student Recreation Center. Student Orientation Workshop Leaders show off a residence hall room. A dish is prepared to order in the Scranton Commons.

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FAST FACT

Bloomsburg students have access to

250+ clubs that provide a wide range of activities.

With hundreds of student organizations, ranging from anime to lacrosse, you’ll meet people who share your interests and discover new interests to explore.

BU’s Student Dance Ensemble, the largest student organization on campus, performs to a packed house in Mitrani Hall each spring. BU’s Quest program offers free and low-cost outdoor adventures, including extended climbing trips in the American Rockies. BU student government officers helped rebuild a home in New Orleans, which is still recovering from Hurricane Katrina Big Sean performs on campus. The Student Concert Committe brings national acts to campus each year. Roongo, Bloomsburg’s mascot, leads cheers at a home football game.

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FAST FACT

There are three BU graduates, including Super Bowl champion Jahri Evans, playing in the

NFL.

Team name: Huskies Colors: Maroon & Gold

www.buhuskies.com

Athletic Excellence Excellence in athletics is a BU tradition.

Bloomsburg’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete in 20 NCAA Division II and Division I (wrestling) sports and belong to the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. In the trophy case: 19 national championship (NCAA, AIAW, NAIA) trophies, more than 100 conference titles and recognition of hundreds of All-Americans in many sports.

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INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

MEN’S

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field (Indoor and outdoor) Wrestling

WOMEN’S

Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Lacrosse Swimming Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor and outdoor)

And there’s a place for you on the team.

Bloomsburg also offers an impressive array of club teams and intramural sports.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS 3 on 3 Basketball 5 on 5 Basketball Dodgeball Extreme Dodgeball Field Hockey Flag Football Bubble Soccer

Indoor Soccer Outdoor Soccer Sand Volleyball Indoor Volleyball Softball Ultimate Frisbee

CLUB TEAMS Archery Baseball Equestrian Ice Hockey Lacrosse (Men and Women) Rugby (Men/Women) Soccer (Men/Women Softball

Volleyball (Men/Women) Water Polo Wrestling Iron Club Rock Climbing Table Tennis Street Hockey

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BU offers study abroad programs at 24 global universities, including schools in Finland, Denmark, England, Morocco, Germany, Spain, Costa Rica & China.

FAST FACT

Huskies Unleashed You can find Bloomsburg students and graduates excelling in boardrooms and classrooms, in labs and in the field. Bloomsburg students gather on the Great Wall of China during an annual summer abroad program.

Digital forensics major Andy Rector showed off his detection chops by ranking in top 10 percent in the world in the DC3 Digital Forensics Challenge, a 10-month international competition with civilian, corporate and student competitors. Rector was recruited by a tech firm before his graduation in May 2015. Madalyn Goss, a political science major with a Middle Eastern Studies minor, spent winter break studying in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Electronics engineering technology major Chris Vanek (left) worked on research on wireless power transfer sponsored by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. along with his adviser professor Biswajit Ray. His system transfers 75 watts of power wirelessly to light a bulb. Geology students pan for gold in California during in a special summer field geology course.

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What’s next?

Jessica S. Kozloff Apts.

Schedule a visit

Bloomsburg University encourages visits from prospective students and their families. In addition to four open house programs, two in the fall and two in the spring, prospective students may schedule individual visits throughout the year.

Intramural Fields Soccer, Lacrosse

Open house events include campus tours, general information sessions and an opportunity to meet with representatives of academic departments to learn about specific degree programs.

Multipurpose Stadium

Practice Field

Weekday visits include a general information session and campus tour. Students may schedule their visit by contacting the Office of Admissions at 570-389-4316 or at www.bloomu.edu/admissions.

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Mitchell

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Alumni House

Columbia

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Simon

Penn Street

Tri-Level Parking Garage

Northumberland Kehr Union

Scranton Commons

Buckalew

Bakeless

Hartline

Lycoming

Elwell

Alumni House BMC

Route 487/Lightstreet Road

East Second Street

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McCormick Waller Andruss Library

Warren Admissions Student Financial Aid Services Registrar Center

Luzerne

Police University Store

Mitchell

To Interstate 80

Mitrani Hall

Franklin

East Second Street

Carver

Schuylkill

Old Science

Haas Center

Navy

Montour

Centennial

Sutliff

Student Recreation Center

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Franklin

Hartline

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Andruss Library

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Buckalew

Mitrani

Police University Store

Practice Field

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Hall your SAT and/or ACT scores. n Submit

Luzerne

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Haas Center

Northumberland

Litwhiler Field

Redman Stadium

Monty’s

Your application checklist

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Daily visits are offered Monday through Friday at 10 a.m. (followed by an 11 a.m. campus tour) and 1 p.m. (followed by a 2 p.m. campus tour) Students may contact departments directly to schedule a personal meeting. The Admissions Office is located in Warren Student Services Center.

n Complete you BU application at: www.bloomu.edu/how-to-apply.

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Office of Admissions 400 East Second Street 104 Warren Student Services Center Bloomsburg PA 17815-1301 570-389-4316

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