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Find out how you are worth it! Areas of Study p.16
Living on Campus p.7
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ONCE YOU VISIT
you'll know...
See if Wartburg is a Good Fit For You Tour campus Spend a night in a residence hall Meet with an admissions counselor Sit in on a class
Attend a chapel service Talk to a coach, director, or extracurricular leader Enjoy a free lunch with a guide in Mensa
Go to www.Wartburg.edu/Visit to schedule an individual or group tour.
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it's worth it!
Did You Know?
Skywalks connect most of the academic buildings, keeping you protected from the weather. Wi-Fi is in all classrooms and residence halls. Wartburg offers more than 50 areas of study (see page 16). Wartburg is named after a famous castle in Germany (see page 17). There’s a coffee shop in the library.
Once You Visit, You'll Know First-Year Student Tips What Makes Wartburg Worth It Lead by Example Living on Campus What's for Dinner Study Abroad May Term National Recognition A Tight-Knit Community Student Profiles A Day in the Life Wartburg West in Denver Areas of Study Be Part of the Tradition Campus Entertainment Explore Your Spirituality Be Involved Music Knights Athletics Get Your Fit Fix at The W Notable Knights You're Worth It: Financial Aid Parent Information
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FIRST-YEAR
student tips
You're starting college soon. Maybe you've toured campus or talked with an admissions counselor but, chances are, you still have a few more questions. That's OK. We have a few answers.
PACK SMART.
LEAVE YOUR DOOR OPEN.
ASK FOR HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT.
You’re about to share a small room. Stick to the essentials and share the big things, like the minifridge and TV. You’ll also want zip ties and duct tape, and maybe a mini tool kit. They’ll come in handy, trust us.
Everyone is looking to make friends the first year, so make sure they know they can stop in to say hi. Just don’t forget to close it when you leave.
There are tons of people on campus ready to help you out, whether you need help with class, figuring out your major, or just finding your way around the Science Center.
M AKE FRIENDS WITH YOUR ROOMMATE. OH, AND EVERYONE ELSE. Get to know each other before moving in. It’s easier to start college with a friend at your side. When you do get to campus, wave to everyone. It might seem corny, but you will be seeing them a lot during the next four years.
BUY SOME FLIP-FLOPS. Residence halls are great for meeting a lot of cool people, but when you are sharing a bathroom with others on your floor, flip-flops will be your best buddy, ever.
TAKE A NAP. Sleep is crucial to your health and your performance in class, but don’t sleep through your 8 a.m. to make up for a late night. Sometimes a nap in the afternoon can keep you alert and well-rested (as long as it's not during class).
DO YOUR HOMEWORK. Let’s be real here. There is a lot of homework in college. Think of studying like laundry—it’s easier to do in smaller, more frequent loads.
TAKE A BREAK. College can be stressful and there are a lot of pressures with school, work, and finding time to socialize. Take time to de-stress with a fun activity, hanging out with a friend, or just doing nothing for a little while.
EXPLORE. This is the year to try any and every club or organization that catches your interest. But don’t forget to explore campus, too. Try every door and hallway just to see where it might go. You never know what you might find.
CONNOR CAMPO '17 HOMETOWN: Bush, Louisiana MAJOR: Fitness Management
"I was hesitant about coming to Wartburg, but I had the greatest year of my life getting involved on campus and as part of the wrestling team. Where else would I be able to experience what it's like to be part of the No. 1 team in the nation? Now, Wartburg is the only place I want to be."
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WHAT MAKES WARTBURG
At Wartburg College, worth is about more than money. A lot more. Here you will find meaningful experiences that will shape your future. You will know your professors, and they will challenge you every day. You will be encouraged to explore the world and then make a positive change in it. You will gain hands-on experience that you can put to the test on service trips and internships and in graduate school and your career. You will find a community of friends—they’ll feel more like family, both good and bad—that will span the globe. You also will work hard. Why? Because it’s worth it. YOU are worth it. Make the choice to invest in yourself at Wartburg College. Schedule a visit to see for yourself why Wartburg is “Worth It” at www.Wartburg.edu/Visit.
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WARTBURG STUDENTS
lead by example
JENNA MANDERS '15
JACQUELINE SCHUTTE '14
DANIEL SOPDIE '14 ANDREW TUBBS ’16
Andrew is an applied music major and aspiring comedian. He uses his comedy, which can be seen on his YouTube channel, cripplescorner, to amuse and enlighten. His stand-up comedy routine won the crowd favorite award at Wartburg's 2014 Battle of the Unsigned Artist.
Jacqueline is a communication arts graduate and co-anchored Cedar Valley Today on Wartburg Television. The station dominated the Society of Collegiate Journalists 2013 judging period earning first through honorable mention finishes. She now works as an anchor at KTVO in Ottumwa.
Jenna was recognized for her extensive volunteer work. The business administration and sociology major served as student director of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa’s Teen Trust and the college’s Service Trips programs and was assistant director of Wartburg College Dance Marathon.
Daniel, an economics, international relations, and political science major, was named one of the “Five Black Students to Watch in 2014” by the Clinton Foundation. In 2013, Daniel and two other Wartburg students converted animal and plant waste into methane as a sustainable energy source at a Swaziland refugee camp in Southeast Africa.
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TYLER VOGEL '17
KWABENA OWUSU-AMOAH '16
MADISON STUMBO '15 ANNE EPLEY BIRTWISTLE '15
Tyler, a biology major, and two other Wartburg students will “go to bat” against malaria in Africa thanks to a $5,000 Clinton Foundation grant. The students will travel to Malawi to establish insect-eating bat colonies to chow down on the disease-carrying bugs.
Madison, a business administration major, founded the college’s Net Impact chapter and led a campuswide effort to win the national organization’s Small Steps, Big Wins Campus Challenge. Oh, and she was also named a Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact.
Kwabena, a biology and economics major, led a team of 10 Wartburg students and graduates developing a cell phone app with the goal of reducing maternal mortality rates in Ghana. The Hecuba Group beat out teams from Harvard and Stanford to claim the $20,000 grand prize at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Global Startup Workshop.
Anne, a biology and Spanish major, helped the Hecuba Group land a $10,000 Davis Projects for Peace grant to build a two-room clinic in rural Ghana where doctors can put Hecuba's app into action.
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LIVING ON
campus
Living on campus is a completely new experience we think you’ll really love. Your Wartburg friends, professors, coaches, and advisers will become like a new, huge, amazing family.
Go to www.Wartburg.edu/Living for a video tour of the residence halls and contact us to schedule an overnight visit.
FIRST-YEAR RESIDENCE HALLS
SUITE-STYLE LIVING
The Complex (Centennial, Vollmer, and Hebron) and Clinton Most rooms are doubles; however, three- and four-person rooms are available.
Founders, Grossman, LĂśhe, Afton and Waverly Manors, and The Residence Room styles include single and double rooms, and three-, four-, and eight-person suites.
WHAT'S FOR
dinner
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College dining is not like most high school cafeterias. There’s a huge selection, and it really does taste good. Here’s a list of what you might find for dinner on any given day. Hungry yet?
Burgers and BBQ
Stir Fry
Pizza and Pasta
Salad Bar
Dessert
Mexican
Homestyle
Ice Cream
Students with dietary restrictions can meet with Dining Services to determine how their needs can be met.
MENSA An all-you-can-eat, buffet-style food court located in Saemann Student Center. Sit down to a healthy meal with tons of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
THE DEN A great place to gather for lunch or to work on homework in Saemann Student Center, the Den provides madeto-order food, a complete salad and burrito bar, ice cream specials, and many grab-and-go items.
THE KONDITOREI Inspired by the charming coffee houses of Germany, the Konditorei is the perfect place to grab a specialty flavored coffee, tea, bagel, or donut on your way to class.
THE ZESTY ORANGE TOWNHOUSE LIVING Knights Village Individual two-story "townhouses" for four to seven students include a furnished living space and kitchen.
Overlooking The W pool and fitness center, the Zesty Orange offerings span from healthy items—including salads, wraps, and smoothies—to coffee, bakery items, and more.
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Pack your bags and
explore
Ready to experience the world? Our Study Abroad Office can help you find the perfect destination whether it’s studying art history in Rome, perfecting your French in Grenoble, or getting grassroots exposure to another culture through Wartburg’s unique Diers Programs.
60% of Wartburg students
STUDY ABROAD
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KATIE BROWN '15 HOMETOWN: Grimes MAJOR: Journalism and Communication
“I am so glad I had the guts to study abroad somewhere completely different than where I had ever lived. I wouldn’t change my experience for the world because every scenario has impacted me on a deeper level.”
Make the most of
May Term
Wartburg's one-month May Term is an ideal time for off-campus travel and study. Students who enroll in an abroad May Term course travel with Wartburg faculty and classmates, and all accommodations are organized by the college. Credit-earning courses include everything from Historical Roots in Math and Physics in the British Isles to Reformation Then and Now in Germany. These experiences do require additional fees, but even with the extra cost students rarely will have the opportunity to travel abroad for less.
MAY TERM DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: Bahamas British Isles China Costa Rica Dominican Republic France Germany Guyana India
Israel Italy Japan Jordan New Zealand Nicaragua Spain Tanzania
LEARN MORE ONLINE Visit our website, www.Wartburg.edu/MayTerm, to learn more about individual abroad May Term courses.
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NATIONAL RECOGNITION
A TIGHT-KNIT
} Winner of 19 NCAA Division III team championships; among top 25 Division III overall sports programs (men and women) the last 13 of 14 years
Faculty members—not grad students—teach your classes at Wartburg and most have Ph.D.s from some of the top graduate schools in the country. Being part of a tight-knit community means they know you by name and can help you with your classes and career path. The Wartburg network reaches far and wide and a good recommendation can go a long way!
} One of five colleges to receive the Washington Center’s Higher Education Civic Engagement Award for service-learning and community engagement } Named seven consecutive times to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, twice “with distinction,” in recognition of volunteer efforts by Wartburg students } Winner of NetImpact’s 2012 “Small Steps, Big Wins Challenge,” a national competition among universities and colleges rewarding social and environmental actions } Included among the first-tier Best National Liberal Arts Colleges as ranked by U.S. News and World Report } Ranked No. 6 by U.S. News and World Report as an “overperformer” in graduation rates for students from low-income families } Ranked No. 15 for short-term study abroad among all baccalaureate colleges during 2011-12 by the Institute of International Education } Expanding diversity, with U.S. students of color and international students comprising 19 percent of enrollment; recipient of the Greater Cedar Valley Alliance’s first Diversity and Inclusion Award } Only school in NCAA history to win two national team championships on the same day
At Wartburg, you can: Gain hands-on experience in the classroom, with real-world opportunities like running a production company or investing in a portfolio that has earned more than $1 million. Participate in service-learning opportunities here, across the nation, and around the world. Develop leadership skills to make our communities better. Engage in undergraduate research. Work hand-in-hand with local businesses and nonprofits.
Top 5 Majors (in size) 2013-14 enrollment
Biology Business Administration Journalism and Communication Elementary Education Psychology
MARISSA BURESH '16 HOMETOWN: Waverly MAJOR: Journalism and Communication
11:1 student to faculty ratio
Dr. Bill Withers Associate Professor of Journalism and Communication
NGAN LE ’16 HOMETOWN: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam MAJOR: Biochemistry
“I knew if I came to Wartburg I would have real interactions with my professors. In just two years, I’ve already done relevant research with Dr. (Christine) DeVries.”
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The PEOPLE YOU
meet
HALEY REITER
DAKOTA HOTTLE
TAYLOR OFFICER
MAJOR: Biology and Neuroscience with a Psychology Minor
MAJOR: Biology (Pre-Medicine)
MAJOR: Elementary Education
HOMETOWN: Waterloo, Iowa
HOMETOWN: Centennial, Colorado
COLLEGES VISITED: 6
HOMETOWN: West Des Moines, Iowa
COLLEGES VISITED: 10
ANTICIPATED GRADUATION: 2015
COLLEGES VISITED: 3
ANTICIPATED GRADUATION: 2015
ACTIVITIES AT WARTBURG: Soccer, works in Admissions
ANTICIPATED GRADUATION: 2017
ACTIVITIES AT WARTBURG: President of TriBeta biology honor society, Chapel Choir, Dance Marathon, Psi Chi psychology honor society, and Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society WHY WARTBURG IS WORTH IT TO HALEY: “Wartburg has provided me with an invaluable educational experience, full of caring professors, lasting friendships and immense personal growth."
WHY WARTBURG IS WORTH IT TO DAKOTA: “Wartburg feels like home to me. You get to know people in your classes, you interact with your professors, and Waverly is a great community.”
ACTIVITIES AT WARTBURG: Track and field, works in Admissions WHY WARTBURG IS WORTH IT TO TAYLOR: “I knew Wartburg was right for me when I felt the collective spirit and passion everyone had for the school. Everyone from the students to the professors and coaches displayed their desire to create an environment in which I could succeed.”
At Wartburg, you’re more than just a student. You can excel in the classroom, play a sport, participate in the fine arts, and more.
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A DAY IN THE
life
Ryan Kemp ’16 is a business administration and accounting major from Keokuk, Iowa. He has a concentration in finance and a minor in data analytics. In between academic challenges, Ryan’s list of activities include: Knights Baseball Team Work in Admissions Office Phi Eta Sigma honor society Kappa Mu Epsilon honor society Student Athlete Advisory Committee Intramural football and basketball
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A TYPICAL DAY:
9 a.m.
Wake up and eat breakfast in Mensa
10:45 a.m.
Class
12 p.m. (noon)
Class
12:30–2 p.m.
Lunch in Mensa
2:30 p.m.
Work in Admissions Office
4-7 p.m.
Class
7 p.m.
Baseball practice
7:30–10 p.m.
Dinner in the Den
10 p.m.
Studying
11:30 p.m.
Relax and hang out with friends
WARTBURG
Go to bed
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Life lessons in
Denver
Spend a term at Wartburg’s Denver, Colorado, location—Wartburg West— and discover what it’s like to live, work, and study in a major metropolitan area. Second-, third-, and fourth-year students have the opportunity of a lifetime to experience the excitement, beauty, and diversity of the Mile High City.
Wartburg’s home away from home THE URBAN STUDIES PROGRAM AT WARTBURG WEST OFFERS: More than 100 internships for any major. Faculty who live and work in Denver. Fully furnished apartments leased by Wartburg right next to two modes of public transportation. Lifelong networking connections. Access to pro sporting events and musical and theatrical performances. Close proximity to ski resorts. The best part: A term at Wartburg West costs about the same as a term in Waverly, and all your financial aid applies. A completely new city at the same price? Worth it. Find out more at www.Wartburg.edu/West. Follow Wartburg West on Facebook and Twitter.
Did You Know? Wartburg students have found real-world learning opportunities at about four dozen internship sites across Denver, including Visit Denver, the city's convention and visitors bureau. Learn more about Wartburg West at www.Wartburg.edu/West.
Areas of
study
Not sure what you want to study? Consider this: YOU DON’T HAVE TO DECIDE YET. If you’re unsure about what you want to study, spend a couple terms exploring your options. HELP IS HERE. Pathways Center advisers are pros at helping you find your passion and choosing the major that’s right for you.
ADITI PATEL '15 HOMETOWN: Waverly MAJOR: Biochemistry
MIX IT UP. Interdisciplinary majors and minors combine disciplines to enrich your experiences even more.
Journalism and Communication Accounting Management Art Management Information Systems Art Education Marketing Biochemistry Mathematics Biology Multimedia Journalism Business Administration Music (B.A.) Clinical Laboratory Science Chemistry - General Computer Information Systems - Church Music Computer Science Music Education (B.M.E.) Criminal Justice - Instrumental *Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Vocal Economics Music Performance (B.M.) Education Music Therapy (B.M.) or (B.M.E.) - Christian Day School Neuroscience - Early Childhood *Nursing Pre-Dentistry - Elementary *Pre-Law - Middle School Pre-Medicine - Secondary Pre-Occupational Therapy - Special Education Pre-Optometry Engineering Science Pre-Pharmacy English Environmental Sciences and Studies Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine Film (Digital Cinema) Finance Peace and Justice Studies Fitness Management Philosophy Forensic Science (Chemistry) Physical Education French and French Studies Physics German and German Studies Political Science Graphic Design History Individualized Major Interdepartmental Major International Business International Relations
Psychology Public Relations Religion - Camping Ministry - Pre-Seminary - Urban Ministry - Youth and Family Ministry Social Work Sociology Spanish Speech Communication Sports Management Writing *Cooperative program
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BE PART OF THE
tradition
1. KNIGHTING CEREMONY All first-year students are "knighted" by the president and other leaders of the college during orientation weekend.
2. OUTFLY TRADITION Outfly, or in German “Ausflug," is a student-initiated day off from class that happens just once a year during Fall Term. The day is often themed and filled with activities. Outfly is called on a date known only to the college president and the student body president.
3. ROOTS IN GERMANY Wartburg takes its name from the Wartburg Castle in Eisenach, Germany. The castle is a significant landmark in history. During the 16th century Reformation, Martin Luther—disguised as a knight—sought refuge in the castle and translated the Bible into the language of the people for the first time in history. The college's castle heritage can be seen in the architecture and is evident in many names around campus including Mensa (German for university cafeteria) and Konditorei (German for coffee shop), and music groups like Ritterchor (Knights Choir).
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CAMPUS
THINGS TO DO You won’t have to travel far to find something to do at Wartburg. Big-name entertainment comes to Waverly every year thanks in part to student-run organizations like Entertainment ToKnight (ETK). Your social calendar will be full all year with events like live music, quirky game shows, and late-night movie showings.
4. SERVICE TRIPS Wartburg has a long tradition of service to others. Hundreds of students give up one of their breaks to provide service to communities all over the country. Wartburg has one of the highest percentages of students participating in service trips in the U.S.
5. MASCOT AND COLORS Sir Victor, the school mascot, cheers the Orange and Black to victory (See what we did there?) on the field, in the classroom, and on stage.
RECENT PERFORMERS Timeflies Javier Colon Seth Meyers The Fray David Cook Maroon 5
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EXPLORE YOUR
spirituality
College is the perfect time to discover how your personal faith fits into who you want to become. At Wartburg you’ll find a listening community ready to help you figure out what it means to be a person of hope and action.
FIND YOURSELF The path you walk as you explore who you are as a person of faith is unique, but that doesn’t mean you have to figure it out on your own. Wartburg is made up of many different communities of support.
RYAN JOLIVETTE '17 HOMETOWN: Newton MAJOR: Secondary Education, History Education Interest in Youth Ministry
"Campus Ministry at Wartburg is very welcoming and accessible. I found it easy to get involved, and the faith community and faculty have helped me grow in my faith and my journey with Christ."
BE
involved
Wartburg offers nearly 100 student-run campus groups and organizations covering everything from academics to honor societies and service to performing arts. Check out www.Wartburg.edu/Orgs for the full list. Can’t find anything that interests you? That’s OK—grab a few friends and start your own campus organization. It’s easy!
OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND At Wartburg, you’ll find that your spiritual life is an important part of who you are. You’ll have deep conversations with friends, but also meet others who see life and God very differently. Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry programs offer fellowship, worship gatherings, small group study, interfaith conversations, and service projects that invite and welcome students of all faiths to participate. Talk with one of our Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry Peer Helpers, visit a chapel service, or meet a campus pastor to see how your faith can grow at Wartburg. Learn more about our welcoming campus at www.Wartburg.edu/Welcome.
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More than
Christian denominations and eight world religions are represented on campus
85% of Wartburg students participate in a co-curricular activity
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MAKING
music
Music is an important part of the Wartburg culture, with more than one quarter of our students participating in our five choirs, two bands, two jazz bands, orchestra, or one of many smaller ensembles. Students from all majors can audition for an ensemble or take private lessons.
MORE THAN
450
students participate in music
As part of a Wartburg music program, you can: Tour another country with some of your best friends. Perform in famous concert halls and cathedrals. Work with world-renowned composers. Learn from musical masters, like opera star Simon Estes, Wartburg distinguished professor and artist in residence. These musical moments are priceless and they happen all the time at Wartburg. Learn more about our ensembles and see a video about our culture of music at www.Wartburg.edu/Ensembles.
Meistersinger Music Scholarships Music scholarships (up to $5,000 per year) are available to talented students, regardless of their chosen major. If distance makes an on-campus audition impractical, a high-quality recording may be submitted. Visit www.Wartburg.edu/Audition for more information.
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CHRISTMAS WITH WARTBURG More than 7,000 people attend this annual festival in Waverly and Des Moines. With special lighting effects and more than 300 student musicians, this holiday tradition has been in high demand and broadcast on PBS stations across the country.
VOCAL ENSEMBLES
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Castle Singers (mixed jazz) Kantorei (mixed) Ritterchor (men) St. Elizabeth Chorale (women) Wartburg Choir (mixed a capella)
Festeburg (men’s group) Infinity (mixed pop group) Hope Overflow (Christian rock) Opera Workshop Pep Band Players Theatre Wartburg Speech and Debate
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES Chamber Orchestra Ninth Street Jazz Band Knightliters Jazz Band Symphonic Band Wind Ensemble Wartburg Community Symphony
DOWNLOAD OUR MUSIC www.Wartburg.edu/Recordings Select albums available online.
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WE ARE THE
Knights
Be a star on and off the field at Wartburg, where students excel in the classroom and in a sport—you can have it all. Work with leading coaches, train in state-of-the-art facilities at The W, and experience opportunities you may not get elsewhere. Wartburg has had 41 Academic All-Americans since 2000 and 86 total in school history.
WOMEN’S SPORTS
MEN’S SPORTS
Basketball Cross Country* Golf* Lacrosse NEW! Soccer* Softball Tennis Track & Field* (indoor and outdoor) Volleyball*
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football* Golf Soccer* Tennis Track & Field* (indoor and outdoor) Wrestling*
*2013-14 Conference Champions
OTHER ATHLETIC/RECREATIONAL GROUPS Ballroom Dancing Club Cheerleading Dance Team Fitness Instructional Team Intramural Athletics Knights Defense (martial arts)
Men’s Rugby Club Student Athlete Advisory Committee Ultimate Frisbee Wartburg Outdoors Club Women’s Rugby Club
Watch the Knights live at www.Go-Knights.net.
MORE THAN
600
students participate in athletics
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Women’s lacrosse comes to Wartburg in 2014-15! Head coach Danielle Fiala will lead Wartburg’s first women’s lacrosse team into competition for the spring 2015 season.
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GET YOUR FIT FIX AT
The W
The Wartburg-Waverly Sports & Wellness Center, or The W, has everything you could want to get in shape, stay in shape, and play. Whatever kind of fitness you like best, The W is worth checking out. It’s one of the biggest NCAA Division III facilities of its kind, so take advantage of everything it offers.
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FIND YOUR NEW FAVORITE WORKOUT The W makes it worth working out with a wealth of fitness and recreational options. Fitness Center with treadmills, stationary bikes, stair climbers, elliptical machines, and adaptive motion trainers Life Fitness Signature Series weight stations Free weights and circuit weight machines Dedicated stretching and exercise areas Playing courts for tennis, basketball, volleyball, racquetball, and more Two tracks for walkers and runners Golf hitting and putting area Swimming and lap pools Vortex pool Hot tub, sauna, and steam room Water slide Rock wall
Visit www.The-W.org to check out the classes and activities happening every day at The W.
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NOTABLE
Knights SCOTT HARVES '97 Award-Winning TV Producer ESPN
“My Wartburg education, with small classes and hands-on experience, enabled me to land a job with ESPN right out of college.”
JACK SALZWEDEL '82 President and CEO AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE
“As we hire people, we know we’ll potentially be moving them into other positions. Wartburg graduates are great team players who are engaged and adapt well to new situations. That’s a testimony to their Wartburg liberal arts experience.”
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PHAEDRA MOBLEY '06
MYRNA JOHNSON '82
2011 Gold Star Teacher LINCOLN ELEMENTARY, WATERLOO
Executive Director IOWA PUBLIC RADIO
SHARON CORRIGAN '80
ABHAY NADIPURAM '10 Attorney
Vice President of Marketing JAGUAR
pays
EDUCATION
Unemployment rate in 2013 (in %)
4.0
7.0 7.5 11
JAMIE BAKKUM-GAMEZ '98 Median weekly earnings in 2013 (in $)
2.2
Doctoral degree
2.3
Professional degree
3.4
5.4
LEDERER WESTON CRAIG
1,623 1,714
Master’s degree
1,329 1,108
Bachelor’s degree
777
Associate degree Some college, no degree High school diploma Less than high school diploma
727 651 472
Average: 6.1% Average: $827
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Population Study
Gynecologic Oncology fellow MAYO CLINIC
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You're
worth it
You may have heard it a thousand times, but that’s because it’s true: your college education is an investment in your future. We know the price tag might scare you at first, but you need to look at the whole picture. Financial aid—a combination of scholarships, grants, loans, work-study, and other funding sources—drastically reduces that sticker price. The most important thing to remember is your Wartburg experience is WORTH IT.
MARY HALVERSON '15 HOMETOWN: Coon Rapids MAJOR: Psychology
2014-2015 COSTS Tuition $35,170 Fees $950 Room (approx.) $4,280 Board (approx.) $4,640 Total (Sticker Price) $45,040 What is the difference between sticker price and net price? Sticker price is the total yearly cost of a college education, but net price is what you actually pay after scholarships and grants are factored in. Private colleges typically start with a higher sticker price but are also more generous with financial aid dollars than lower-priced public colleges. Some students pay less than the average net price, and some pay more, but all Wartburg students receive an incredible high-quality education at a workable cost.
Crunch your numbers at www.Wartburg.edu/FinAid to view your cost after scholarships and financial aid.
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FUNDING SOURCES FOR 2013-14 On-Campus Employment 2%
Personal Resources 15%
Loans 25%
PAYING FOR TUITION SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES When it comes to paying for college, you’re not alone. Wartburg offers many opportunities to make paying for college easier.
WARTBURG OPPORTUNITIES Scholarships and grants 58%
NET PRICE COMPARISON
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Regents and Presidential Scholarships $15,000 per year, up to full tuition Cedar Valley Science Symposium Scholarship up to $1,500 per year Journalism and Communication Scholarship up to $1,500 per year High School Leadership Institute Scholarship up to $1,000 per year Meistersinger Music Scholarship up to $5,000 per year
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
$35,000 Lost Income in 5th Year
Federal financial aid (loans, grants, etc.) State financial aid (loans, grants, etc.) Community scholarships 529 savings plan
$70,175 Net price over 5 Years
$87,392 Net price over 4 Years
State Schools
Wartburg
TOTAL $105,175
TOTAL $87,392
That's $17,783 in REAL VALUE! Why compare five years at state schools to four years at Wartburg? The reality for many students is it will take four-and-a-half to five years or more to earn a degree at a state school, according to national statistics. At Wartburg, 93 percent of our graduates complete their degree in four years. NOTE: The state totals are based on the average net price of Iowa's three state universities, as provided on the College Score Card website (both our numbers and theirs do not include loans). The lost income is based on the average starting career salaries of Wartburg graduates, which is approximately $35,000. That extra year of earned income makes a big difference!
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ON-CAMPUS WORK Wartburg students can gain practical, hands-on experience and earn a little extra cash when they work on campus. We understand the value of these opportunities. Each year, Wartburg commits more than $1 million to the college’s student employment program—money that is available in addition to federal work-study awards. Marketing photographer E-communications specialist Web developer Social media manager Baker Technical theatre staff Information desk receptionist Resident Assistant Sir Victor (mascot) Lifeguard at The W ITS Techline support More! Consumer Information is available at: www.Wartburg.edu/Finaid/Consumer.aspx. This information contains statistics, policies and programs at Wartburg College which includes, but is not limited to the Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report. Please contact the Financial Aid Office with questions or to request a paper copy.
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