Pacific Union College
Napa Valley, California
LEARN. GROW. BELONG. For over 130 years, Pacific Union College has prepared students to lead lives of significance and service. As a fully accredited Seventh-day Adventist Christian liberal arts college, PUC will provide you with all the advantages of a larger university — a strong academic reputation; over 70 degrees and programs; cutting edge research; classes taught by Fulbright scholars; and a diverse student body — but with the benefits of a small college focused on the undergraduate experience and in an atmosphere of Christian community. As an added bonus, you will live and learn in the breathtakingly beautiful Napa Valley area of Northern California.
Vespers Afterlit, February 2017
AVIATION
Aviation, A.S., B.S.
BIOLOGY
Biology, B.A., B.S. Biotechnology, B.S. Environmental Studies, B.S.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND ECONOMICS
Business Administration, B.B.A. * Accounting * Finance * Healthcare Management * International Business * Management * Marketing Business Administration, B.A., B.S. Computer Information Systems, B.S. Management for Medical Professionals, B.S.
CHEMISTRY
Chemistry, B.A., B.S. Biochemistry, B.S.
COMMUNICATION
Communication, B.A. Communication, B.S. * Communication Studies * Marketing Communications * Multimedia Journalism Health Communication, B.S.
EDUCATION
California & SDA Teaching Credentials * Elementary * Secondary Early Childhood Education, A.S., B.S. Liberal Studies, B.S.
ENGLISH
English, B.A. * British & American Literature * English Education * Writing
EXERCISE SCIENCE
Exercise Science, B.S. Physical Education, B.S. * Teacher Education
HISTORY
History, B.A. * American History * European History History, Political Studies & Ethics, B.S. Social Studies, B.S.
MATHEMATICS Biomathematics, B.S. Mathematics, B.S.
MUSIC
Music, A.S. Music, B.S. * Composition * K-12 Teacher Training * Music Specialist
NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES Emergency Services, A.S. Emergency Management, B.S. Health Sciences, A.S. Nursing, A.S., B.S.N.
PHYSICS
Biophysics, B.S. Engineering, A.S. Physics, B.S.
PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIAL WORK Psychology, B.A., B.S. Social Work, B.S.W.
THEOLOGY
Religion, B.A. * Biblical Studies * Health Professions * Mission Theology, B.A.
VISUAL ARTS
Film & Television Production, B.A., B.F.A. Film & Television, A.S. * Narrative/Writing * Technical Fine Art, B.A., B.F.A. Graphic Design, A.S., B.A., B.F.A. Photography, A.S., B.A., B.F.A.
WORLD LANGUAGES & CULTURES
Global Development Studies, B.A., B.S. Language and Culture Studies, B.A. * Arabic * Italian * French * Portuguese * German * Spanish Spanish Studies, B.A.
MASTER’S PROGRAMS
Master of Arts in Teaching, M.A.T. * Multiple Subject * Single Subject Master of Education, M.Ed.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Art Therapy Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology) Communication Sciences & Disorders (Speech Pathology) Cytotechnology Dental Hygiene Dentistry Healthcare Administration Health Information Administration Law Medical Radiography
Medicine Nutrition & Dietetics Occupational Therapy Optometry Orthotics and Prosthetics Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant Physician Assistant Public Health Radiation Sciences Respiratory Care Veterinary Medicine *Emphasis or concentration
START YOUR FUTURE At PUC, you find more than just a major — you find your calling. With so many degrees to choose from, you’re bound to find the program that will take you where you want to go in an environment where your spiritual walk is just as important as your academic journey. For more information about all of PUC’s academic departments and programs, visit puc.edu/programs.
MEET YOUR MENTOR One of the advantages of attending a smaller college like PUC is forming real relationships with your professors. With a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, your professor will actually know your name and who you are. Each student is assigned an academic advisor in their area of study, and as you work towards your educational goals, they will become your mentors, your friends, and guides for the journey ahead. “What I appreciate about PUC is having smaller classes, which gave me a unique opportunity to spend quality time with many of my professors. When I leave PUC, I know they’ll be in my corner for life as mentors and friends.” — Chris Romero, business administration major
PUC IS POSSIBLE PUC is committed to making high-quality Christ-centered education possible, and offers many scholarships and grants based on academic performance, test scores, athletic ability, artistic aptitude, and much more! Learn about all of PUC’s scholarship opportunities at puc.edu/scholarships. Want to get an estimate of how much aid you may qualify for? Use our net price calculator to receive a preliminary estimate of your aid eligibility, including grants, loans, and PUC scholarships. It takes less than 10 minutes — visit puc.edu/npc and start now!
MAKE FRIENDS FOR A LIFETIME Aside from being one of the nation’s most highly acclaimed colleges for its beauty, academia, and faith, PUC offers its students a variety of social activities to participate in. “PUC understands that part of a great education includes learning outside the classroom. That’s why we encourage and foster personal connections with our students. As a residential campus, PUC excels at providing vibrant and interactive social programming for all of its students to participate in. These intentional events create opportunities for students to have fun, build life-long friendships, and provide a meaningful collegiate experience.” — Doug Wilson, director of student activities Visit instagram.com/pucnow for an inside look at PUC life.
PICTURE PERFECT LOCATION Imagine living in a world famous vacation destination spot that’s sunny an average of 262 days a year! PUC is located atop Howell Mountain in the heart of the Napa Valley in Northern California. Everywhere you look, you will find breathtaking views and lots of interesting things to do.
ENJOY THE CHARMING NAPA VALLEY A well-known tourist destination, the Napa Valley is full of quaint shops, delicious restaurants, and delightful art galleries where students can find inspiration and fun off-campus.
TAKE IN SAN FRANCISCO’S CITY SIGHTS There’s no place quite like San Francisco, with world class museums, excellent concert venues, and attractions such as Golden Gate Park, Alcatraz Island, the Presidio, and so much more.
COMMUNITY OF FAITH & LEARNING PUC offers a vibrant community of faith where students can strengthen their relationship with God while fellowshipping with other believers. From Sabbath morning church services to small group Bible studies, PUC students have numerous options throughout the week for worshiping together, such as departmental pre-vespers, residence hall worships, and revival weeks each quarter. “One of the things I’ll miss the most after graduation will be being at a place where I’m surrounded by others who are also on their spiritual walk with God. I’m continually amazed at both the faculty and students at PUC, and I can truly say I wouldn’t be who I am today without them.” — Katie Kaatz, business administration, health sciences, and pre-occupational therapy major
LIVE A LIFE OF PURPOSE At PUC, our students strive to make a difference not only globally, but locally as well. Whether you have an afternoon, weekend, week, or even a year to give, there’s a variety of ways students can get involved and help others. There are countless opportunities for students to use their knowledge and passion to change the world, such as serving abroad as a student missionary in places like Brazil, Nicaragua, and Fiji, or distributing care packages with Homeless Ministries every Sabbath. “I see God’s character shining through PUC students as I witness their excitement and love of service. I attribute the success of such great students to the opportunities PUC offers. This ‘college on the hill’ has prepared students with excitement and determination to share God’s love, and I can’t wait to go out into the world and do the same.” — Angel Hernandez, communication major
Sonia Ha, ’92 Sonia’s compassionate care makes a difference in countless lives as the director of pediatrics at Clinic Ole.
Grant Ordelheide, ’13 Grant’s photographs have been featured in Backpacker magazine and National Geographic Traveler.
Katie Aguilar, ’13 Katie has a fast-paced career as a graphic designer on the creative services team at Netflix.
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JOIN THE PIONEER LEGACY Every PUC alumnus has a unique story. Each one is different, but they all started at the same place. An education at PUC prepares students for more than just a career; graduates are equipped with the practical knowledge and the spiritual resilience to succeed and serve in a complex world, and are prepared for whatever the future brings.
COME FIND WHERE YOU BELONG Nothing compares to actually being on campus, so we invite you to come see PUC for yourself. Choose one of our four annual College Days events, or visit on your own with family or a friend for a more personalized experience.
· Tour campus with a student ambassador · Talk with a professor in your major of interest · Meet with an enrollment counselor for advice on your next steps · Learn how PUC can be affordable from a financial counselor · Sit in on a real college class and/or PUC worship service (if requested) · Stay in a guest room in one of our residence halls (based on availability; contact us for more information)
To register for a visit today, go to puc.edu/visit.
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