Wesleyan College International Viewbook 22/23

ACCELERATING EQUALITY FOR WOMEN SINCE 1836

Wesleyan College, one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the United States, welcomes qualified high school graduates from all around the world. An important part of Wesleyan’s academic and social life, international students contribute to the diversity and vibrancy of our campus community, bringing their experiences, talents, and perspectives from more than twenty countries in any given year. Wesleyan offers a safe and friendly atmosphere where faculty and administration are committed to helping ease cultural transition for all students.

At Wesleyan College, women are expected to think, to explore, and to dream big. It’s an environment where no student will ever be told

that she can’t do something because it is too hard. To meet the demands of a changing world, we educate women to do the extraordinary in their professions and in service to their communities.

Wesleyan students choose to study here because they want to test their limits. Earning a top-notch women’s college education will open doors you might not have thought about yet, and prepare you to work shoulder-to-shoulder in a maledominated environment.

That’s life at Wesleyan. Yes, the expectations are high, very high, but they’re balanced by the deep, fervent belief that there are no limits to what you can be and what you can achieve.

“Our mission is clear. We are intentional about recruiting women from across the globe who are going to accelerate equality. We support, nurture, and develop women who graduate to lead in the boardroom, in the classroom, in the operating room, and everywhere in between. These women are going to move the needle on gender parity around the world.” President Meaghan Blight

THROUGH WESLEYAN’S WORLD-RENOWNED GLOBAL REACH, OUR DIVERSE STUDENT BODY, AND OUR COMMITMENT TO EDUCATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF FEMALE WORLD LEADERS, OUR STUDENTS DEVELOP LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS AND BUILD INTERCULTURAL FRIENDSHIPS THAT LAST A LIFETIME.

WHY WESLEYAN

Wesleyan College has always been at the forefront for accelerating equality for women. Founded in 1836 at the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women, we’ve developed a reputation for providing women a rigorous academic experience in a space that builds confidence and capabilities to thrive in any career.

WHY A WOMEN’S COLLEGE

ACCELERATE EQUALITY.

The core values of women’s colleges are based on empowering and elevating the female voice. The power of educated women coming together can overcome biases and influence society. Women’s colleges create a space which prioritizes the female voice, female issues, and female rights.

STRIVE TO MOVE THE NEEDLE FORWARD ON GENDER PARITY FOR WOMEN.

Women’s colleges attract women who know that the best way to reach gender parity is through the advancement of uniquely female spaces and places which hold space for a woman’s perspective and autonomy.

EMPOWERING STUDENT EXPERIENCE.

Women’s colleges are prepared to transform students into the leaders of tomorrow. Those women who have made the intentional and informed choice to attend a women’s college will gain a

competitive edge that happens only at women’s colleges. Graduates of women’s colleges are almost twice as likely as all other graduates to say they felt better prepared for life after college. They are also more likely to be completely satisfied with the quality of their education and feel that it was a good investment.

SUPPORT THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW. Women’s college graduates are twice as likely to attend graduate school.

ATTRACT WOMEN FROM AROUND THE GLOBE.

As the U.S. population grows more and more diverse, women’s colleges are where you will find the truest representation of our country’s multi-cultural, ethnically vast composition. Wesleyan’s 2022 undergraduate student demographic: 41% African American, 41% White, 7% Hispanics of any race, 11% other. Twentytwo international countries were represented in our 2022 enrollment.

NURTURE INDIVIDUAL GIFTS. At Wesleyan we will support and nurture your unique gifts, setting you on a leadership track for the future. Big ideas happen in small places. With an average class size of 20 students, you will be seen, heard, and valued.

EXPECT STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE, DISCUSS, DEBATE, AND CHALLENGE PROFESSORS. Education is the way to change the world, so use your voice, speak up, and decide how you’re going to change things.

PROVIDE A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

Young women get their first bit of experience through meaningful internships which build resumes so all networks of power can open. At Wesleyan, you will participate in prestigious paid or for-credit internship opportunities. These curated and personalized experiences will set you apart with job interviews and graduate school applications.

EQUAL PAY AND EQUAL REPRESENTATION WILL ONLY HAPPEN WHEN MORE WOMEN LEAD. WESLEYAN HAS DESIGNED PROGRAMS THAT WILL PREPARE AND PROPEL STUDENTS TO THE TOP OF ANY LADDER.

WHY A LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR THEIR FIRST JOB AND THEIR LAST

IT IS ESTIMATED THAT TODAY’S HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WILL HAVE 17 EMPLOYERS ACROSS 5 SEPARATE CAREERS, WORKING IN JOBS THAT DON’T EVEN EXIST TODAY.

Career paths are changing rapidly and graduates must draw from a variety of skill sets to adapt to challenges and capitalize on opportunities. A liberal arts education means studying broadly—taking classes in many different subjects—and building skills that are geared toward more than just one profession. This type of education can develop intellectual ability and prepare you for many fields in today’s workplace.

In today’s job market, global competencies like cultural awareness, language, and adaptability are in demand. Virtually all job openings will place significant importance on judgment, decision-making, drawing unexpected connections, communication, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and collaboration. Wesleyan will help you develop the tangible and human skills you need to positively influence people and project outcomes.

MONICA MOHANTY ’18 SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Earning her degree in biology, magna cum laude, with a minor in studio art, Monica credits Wesleyan’s liberal arts curriculum with allowing her to combine this unique set of interests. “To go into the ceramics studio and work creatively with my hands is an incredible escape from the rigors of the academics of biology. I found that working with clay and 3D sculpting tools made me better at using a scalpel during dissections in the biology lab. These transferable skills have influenced the way I hold my hand and the way I apply pressure.”

An internship during the spring of her junior year, solidified Monica’s plan to attend medical school to become a primary care physician in Georgia. Observing the struggles people from different socio-economic backgrounds have in getting quality healthcare ignited Monica’s desire to practice in rural and under-served communities in the areas of obstetrics and gynecology.

Today, Monica is a student at Mercer University School of Medicine.

FIND YOUR PLACE

YOU ARE A PRIORITY AND YOUR VOICE HAS VALUE

Life outside the classroom is a pretty big component of days at Wesleyan. You won’t just take classes. You’ll become passionate about all that Wesleyan offers - the personal challenge, the lifelong friendships, and the never-ending pursuit of ideas and ideals. You have the talent to do great things and you don’t have to do them alone. With access to the people and resources you need to tailor your learning and living experiences, you’ll be encouraged to nurture and showcase your gifts. You might try out for any of Wesleyan’s six NCAA Division III athletic teams, the equestrian team, or join one of our many clubs or organizations. With a dozen academic honor societies and about two dozen clubs and musical groups, the pace of life at Wesleyan is anything but boring.

By participating in student activities, students will gain leadership skills, work with many different constituencies both on and off campus, learn valuable skills to be used in the workforce, relieve stress, make new friends, and have fun.

INTERNATIONAL CLUBS

At Wesleyan, international organizations encourage those in the Wesleyan and Middle Georgia community to experience, learn, and understand cultural and international traditions through events, activities, and trips. We strive to educate others about traditions through social events, club meetings, and community service.

A.X.I.S.

Voz Latina

Wesleyan Indian Cultural Association club South Asian Women Empowerment club

RIGOROUS ACADEMICS

MAJORS

Accounting*

Advertising and marketing

communication

Applied chemistry

Applied data analysis

Applied mathematical science Applied psychology (online program admission required)

Art (bachelor of fine arts - BFA) Art, studio*

Arts management (concentration choices: art, music, theatre)

Biology*

Business administration* (concentration choices: healthcare administration, organizational behavior, strategic management, digital marketing, human resources management)

Elementary education English* Environmental studies and sustainability History, politics, and global affairs

International business Music* (concentration choices: general, organ, piano, voice, pre-music therapy)

Neuroscience*

Nursing (bachelor of science in nursing - BSN) Psychology* Public health

Religion, philosophy, and social change (concentration choices: leadership and social change, philosophy and critical theory, religious studies)

Self-designed interdisciplinary Spanish*

Women, gender, and sexuality*

*Majors also offered as a minor

MINORS

Applied psychology

Asian studies

Chemistry

Communication

Digital marketing Economics

Educational studies

Environmental chemistry Environmental science Equine assisted therapy Finance

Forensic science Healthcare administration History

Human resource management Mathematics

Organizational behavior Philosophy

Political science Pre-law Reading Religious studies Strategic management Theatre Visual studies

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

Allied health Athletic training Dentistry

Law (stand-alone concentration or accelerated JD dual degree with Mercer University)

Medicine

Pharmacy

Seminary

Veterinary medicine

POPULAR MAJORS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Accounting Advertising & Marketing Communications Biology

Business administration Psychology

THEY WILL CHALLENGE YOU TO THINK HARDER THAN YOU HAVE EVER BEFORE

The most important advantage of a Wesleyan College education is the quality of the interactions you will have with professors who are here because they want to work closely with students, get to know them, and have an impact on their lives. Since our classes typically have fewer than twenty students, you’ll be expected to debate, discuss, and defend your opinions. Your professors will help you choose experiences that are based on your unique strengths, interests, and goals. All students

have opportunities to work closely with faculty on original work. And when you need a letter of recommendation for a job or for graduate school, your professors will know just how to support you.

You won’t find a large lecture hall on the Wesleyan campus. Our professors teach seminar style and expect students to join in the conversation. Wesleyan’s full-time faculty members hold the highest degrees in their fields.

“Professors are the best part of Wesleyan. They are dedicated and engaging and encourage critical thinking. They actually care about you. There is no failing unless you absolutely, positively strive to fail!”

EXPERIENCE THE FIRST-YEAR

The First-Year Experience at Wesleyan College is designed to motivate and inspire first-year students to reach their full academic potential while transitioning from high school and enjoying the college experience. In collaboration with the Academic Resource Center, first-year students will have access to academic success resources including workshops, tutoring, and mentorships, so all

students will receive a studentcentered, academically challenging, and relevant liberal arts education.

All first-year Wesleyan students are required to take WISe 101, an interdisciplinary seminar course and a Transition to College Lab, introducing students to academic life at Wesleyan while assessing, developing, and refining their college success skills.

100%

of Wesleyan’s full-time undergraduate students will have an internship or professional development experience

AND MASTER’S DEGREES IN FIVE YEARS • Master of Business Administration • Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology • Master of Science in Nonprofit Management • Master of Arts in Music

Committed to our values of educational opportunities and excellence, Wesleyan College has provided a pathway for students to accelerate their course of study by completing both their bachelor’s degree and their master’s degree in approximately five years of full-time study, saving both time and money. Students can take up to six credit hours in one of our graduate programs, while still enrolled as an undergraduate student.

Students must apply for admission to the 4+1 program in their junior year of study. If accepted to the program, the student will take two graduate courses during their senior year.

Master of Business Administration

Master of Education in Elementary Education

Master of Arts in IndustrialOrganizational Psychology

Master of Science in Nonprofit Management

Master of Arts in Music

Flexible, fast-track, and affordable. With experienced faculty and small class sizes, our programs ensure professional development and networking opportunities to propel your existing career or begin a new one. Plus, all graduate students can enroll in a professional certificate program to further enhance their skill set at no additional cost.

INDIVIDUALIZED RESEARCH

RARE AT THE UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL

WE PREPARE DOCTORS, LAWYERS, JUDGES, CEOS, ENTREPRENEURS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.

A hallmark of the Wesleyan experience is the opportunity to conduct research as an undergraduate in the labs of Wesleyan faculty, and our institutional support for the presentation of independent research by students at professional meetings.

Biology and neuroscience double major Andrea Felix ’21 knew that medical schools look for students who have developed research skills as an undergraduate. Being able to do research was an essential part of Andrea’s decision to apply to Wesleyan.

“I wanted to start conducting research on my first day. Dr. Holly Cole (assistant professor of psychology) welcomed me into her lab with open arms and I worked with her all four years.” Cole’s 2021 research studied how the perceived threat of COVID-19 impacts a person’s willingness to behave in ways that promote the wellbeing of others during the pandemic. Behaviors such as wearing a mask, avoiding large crowds, etc.

“Working with a professor in her lab allowed each student to grow into better teammates and improve skills like communication, finding previous research, and ideation. I used these skills in other classes, too. I learned to take the lead and instruct others on making valuable contributions to a team.”

CLASSROOMS BUILT TO INNOVATE

MUNROE SCIENCE CENTER

A state-of-the-art facility that includes modern teaching laboratories, fully equipped research laboratories, multiple ancillary support spaces including a greenhouse, multi-species animal colony, cell culture facility, neurophysiology lab, and microscopy room.

MOCK ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM

We strive to build relationships, address multiple learning styles, and incorporate creativity, storytelling, nature-smart learning, and play across the subject matter. The elementary education major will find herself publishing a children’s book, going on a scavenger hunt to demonstrate mathematical teaching methods, hosting a storytelling festival, traveling to outdoor playgrounds, and hiking in our on-site arboretum.

SIMULATION LAB

Wesleyan’s nursing simulation lab is equipped with six human patient simulators; a state-of-the-art control room containing audio and video equipment capable of recording all student simulator experiences; a pediatric intensive care unit; a medication dispensing system; and several other unique features.

MURPHEY ART BUILDING

The ample space in Murphey rivals that at many larger institutions, and offers the equipment necessary to explore 2D, 3D, and multi-media art making. Murphey is surrounded on 3 sides by a 100-acre arboretum that provides an outdoor classroom to explore creativity and innovation through the lens of nature.

ACADEMIC RESOURCES

Wesleyan offers a modern library that benefits not only the Wesleyan community but also alumnae and the entire Macon community. All three floors feature silent study areas and are zoned with noise levels that are appropriate for the purpose.

The first floor of Willet Memorial Library is a fullservice learning, research, and project space integrating sophisticated technology into a comfortable, welcoming setting. It offers access to information resources in a variety of spaces that

facilitate both collaborative and quiet, focused work. A large open room with roving whiteboards, computers, and a variety of seating areas, provides students with casual places to meet, interact, and study 24 hours a day. The first floor, zoned collaborative, is also the home for a consortium of student resources including the Academic Center, the Tutoring Program, the Testing Center, and the Writing Center. Other features include a design lab with a 3D scanner and a 3D printer, video recording and editing equipment, and the full Adobe Creative Suite.

The second floor, zoned as quiet, houses classrooms and group study areas that allow for more focused but still collaborative study.

The third floor houses the majority of our collection, including most of our circulating collection, and features archival storage, exhibit and work areas, quiet study areas, and two study rooms. It is zoned as silent.

ACHIEVING ACADEMIC SUCCESS

Our primary goal is to assist students in achieving academic success. Recognizing that different students have different needs, many and various on-campus resources are provided to support a student’s academic concerns, needs, and goals.

The Academic Resource Center offers programs and services that promote the development and academic success of Wesleyan College students. It consists of the Writing Center, the Testing Center, and study zones for student use.

The Writing Center is available to all students who would like help improving their writing skills in general or enhancing a piece of writing in particular. The ability to write effectively is one of the most important factors an employer considers in the hiring process.

The Tutoring Program provides free academic counseling and tutoring for students who seek to improve understanding of course content and academic success skills. One-on-one sessions or group peer-assisted study sessions are available.

The Office of Student Disability Services is committed to supporting students with disabilities in their academic, social, and emotional success. The director of disability and advocacy services offers counseling for academic issues and serves as the coordinator of disability services.

All students entering Wesleyan College must complete three placement tests before we can get you registered for classes. These tests will ensure that

Second floor, Makerspace

THE CENTER FOR

LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT

YOUR PEER-CAREER-ACADEMIC-ALUMNA MENTORSHIP

The Center for Leadership and Involvement (CLI) strives to enhance the student experience through active and diverse engagement opportunities in the Wesleyan community. CLI supports the mission of the College by overseeing functional areas that contribute to the student experience including, but not limited to, faith and service, campus activities and student organizations, Student Government Association, the First Year Experience, and membership in the CEO Leadership Institute.

Creating Equal Opportunity Leadership Institute (CEO) Wesleyan’s CEO Leadership Institute offers a transformational cohort experience for driven students. Institute members will enhance their leadership skills, gain a competitive advantage through 4:1 mentorship in peer, career, academic, and alumnae connections, support, events, and individual mentors. Institute graduates will benefit from exposure to top CEO’s, experiential learning, workshops, and professional and leadership certificates.

EXPERIENCE THE WORLD

STUDY ABROAD

The best way to learn about the global community is through direct experience. Our international study abroad programs extend the boundaries of our campus, widening your educational horizon while encouraging personal and academic growth through short-term, semester, summer, or year-long studies.

Direct Exchange Programs

• Brescia University, London, Ontario, Canada

• Ewha Womans University, Seoul, South Korea

• Sookmyung Women’s University, Seoul, South Korea

• Hiroshima Jogakuin University, Hiroshima, Japan

• Osaka University, Osaka, Japan

• Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, China

• Irish-American Scholars Program, Belfast and Ulster, Northern Ireland

• Over a dozen universities through the Methodist International Student Exchange Network (MISEN) in places like Argentina, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, South Africa, and Brazil

Faculty-led Programs

Wesleyan faculty members offer short-term experiences as part of academic courses to give students a supportive international experience. Past courses have taken students to Italy, France, Germany, Costa Rica, Jamaica, The Netherlands, and Belize.

Study Abroad Provider Programs

Wesleyan partners with numerous organizations that provide study and internship opportunities globally. AIFS, Arcos Abroad, CIEE, CIS, and IES Abroad allow students to find discipline-specific programs or programs in unique places in the world.

INTERNSHIPS

100%

of Wesleyan’s full-time undergraduate students will have an internship or professional development experience

XIN TAN ’18

During the summer after her junior year, Xin served as an Overton Research Fellow at California Lutheran University. “Before the internship I was interested in the data analysis field in business but wasn’t sure it was what I wanted to pursue as a career. I became sure of that plan during the internship. The more I learned about data analysis, the more I loved it. I successfully improved my research, writing, communication, public speaking, and teamwork skills. I also developed networking skills and became more confident socially.”

Catherine urges all students to experience an internship. “They are a good approach to explore the professional field you are interested in, demonstrate what you’ve learned in class, and prepare for your future.”

Wesleyan’s Center for Career Development will help facilitate your internship process and help you maximize your experience.”

After graduation, Catherine went to Columbia University to earn her master of science in economics.

INTERNAL MEDICINE-HOSPITALIST

While studying at Wesleyan, Nigerian native Ihunanya was selected for a summer medical education program at Yale University School of Medicine, and the following summer she was selected for the Gateways to the Laboratory Program sponsored by the Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institute M.D.-Ph.D. program. Ihunanya graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2012. While at Duke she had several opportunities to experience tremendous personal growth that clarified her professional goals, including brief outreach work in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and a year-long research project as an NIHFogarty Scholar in Gaborone, Botswana, at the Botswana-Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership.

The following year, she decided to earn a joint master’s degree in health policy, planning, and financing at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and the London School of Economics.

JESSICA GUERRERO ’20

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Jessica spent the summer of her junior year working as an intern at Amazon. An advertising and marketing communication major, she gained first-hand experience on Amazon’s social media customer service team.

Leading a team of eight, she was responsible for communicating and providing helpful responses to customers via social media. She created individual development plans, helped associates understand the performance bar, and supported them in reaching their goals.

She was also in charge of a project aimed at developing a mechanism for controlling egregious issues such as threats to CEOs and reputation-damaging comments on social media. Jessica developed a concept that Amazon plans to implement globally.

After graduation, Jessica accepted a full-time job with Amazon. Her advice to students is, “always give any internship your very best because the connections and experiences will help prepare you for future jobs.”

“I met important stakeholders at Amazon and worked with other interns from around the nation. I learned about leadership and the importance of caring for employees and customers.”

PREPARING FOR WHAT’S NEXT

“I had internships after my first and sophomore years, both at the University of Minnesota. My first was in the Department of Organic Chemistry and the second was in the Department of Physical Chemistry. I would definitely recommend internships to others. They help students develop experimental, communication, and leadership skills that are important for success in graduate school and in the work place.”

- Anjola from Kathmandu, Nepal

TODAY, ANJOLA SERVES AS A DATA ENGINEERING INTERN AT DENTSU, THE LARGEST AGENCY BRAND AND FIFTH LARGEST AGENCY GROUP IN THE WORLD.

CONNECTING THE LIBERAL ARTS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Wesleyan’s Center for Career Development (CCD) will work with you to define your goals and to build a comprehensive, life-changing plan to get you there. You’ll be challenged with new ideas, pushed to do your best work, and encouraged to take charge, because that’s what it takes to succeed in the real world.

In a time when many liberal arts colleges face pressure to demonstrate that they adequately prepare students for the job market, Wesleyan College has risen above the competition to ensure superior career preparation and professional development for all students. As an institution, we believe strongly that it is essential for each

student to develop knowledge and skills that can transfer to the workplace and to demonstrate her application through a practical experience. This means more than just checking a box.

From Here to Career, Wesleyan’s four-year career development plan, is about more than just securing a job or getting into graduate school. It is more than finding an internship. It is assisting students to understand how to navigate their own career development journey - from refining their interests and goals to preparing a resume to succeeding in a job or graduate school interview. These are building blocks that they will continue to use the rest of their lives.

“From my personal experience, Wesleyan’s selling points are small-sized classes, domestic and international diversity, one-onone interaction with professors, leadership opportunities, numerous opportunities for professional and intellectual development, and an incredible alumnae network. In addition, Wesleyan graduates are accepted into renowned and competitive graduate programs and jobs after graduation.”

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Pratima from Nepal

TODAY, PRATIMA SERVES AS A NEURO ICU REGISTERED NURSE

AT ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT MEDICAL CENTER IN MACON.

FROM HERE TO CAREER

EXPLORE | ENGAGE | EXPERIENCE

Wesleyan College’s four year career development plan, From Here to Career, was strategically developed to promote career development into both curricular and co-curricular activities. The program is unique because it is designed to ensure that students learn how to acquire a variety of working experiences and to articulate the skills learned in their experiences.

11st YEAR

CAREER PREPARATION SHOULD START IN YOUR FIRST YEAR.

INTRODUCTION to the process of career development in your WISe 110 course.

COMPLETE a series of self assessments to better understand your learning and working style.

2nd YEAR

YOUR SOPHOMORE YEAR SHOULD BE ABOUT TAKING INITIATIVE AND GETTING AHEAD OF THE GAME.

DIVE FURTHER into what the career development process involves and how it will continue through different stages of your career.

BEGIN to make the connection between your major field/ courses and potential careers by attending events hosted by the Center for Career Development.

3rd YEAR

YOUR JUNIOR YEAR IS A CRUCIAL TIME IN PLANNING FOR EMPLOYMENT OR GRADUATE SCHOOL.

KEEP UP with your co-curriculars and document them on your resume/LinkedIn, and your senior year will be smooth sailing!

COMPLETE your professional developmentPDE experiential requirement in either an internship, research project, performance exhibit, or leadership/volunteer project.

4th YEAR

YOUR FINAL YEAR AT WESLEYAN SHOULD BE FOCUSED ON SOLIDIFYING YOUR PLANS.

Complete the required professional development coursework with PDE 401. This seminar-style course is designed to help you develop a post-graduate plan and become more comfortable in articulating your skills and experiences.

GAIN interview skills, resume writing practice, and personal statement/ cover letter writing practice.

THIS COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT YOU FROM THE DAY YOU ARRIVE FOR ORIENTATION, TO THE DAY YOU TURN YOUR TASSEL AT GRADUATION AND BEYOND WHEN YOU BECOME AN ALUMNA. COMPRISED OF ONLY A FEW CORE COMPONENTS, FROM HERE TO CAREER CAN BE TAILORED TO THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND GOALS OF EACH WESLEYAN STUDENT TO ENSURE MAXIMUM IMPACT AND SUCCESS.

GET YOUR GAME ON

SCHOOL RECORD

In 2022, West No. 5 seeded Wesleyan College, NCAA Division III Collegiate Conference of the South, finished the 2021-2022 USA South softball season with a school record of twenty-four wins, including its first four post-season wins in the school’s history, and an overall record of 24-16.

NCAA DIVISION III COLLEGIATE CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH

According to a national survey, students at women’s colleges are almost three times more likely to be involved in varsity athletics than at co-ed public universities. As members of the Division III Collegiate Conference of the South, Wesleyan is home to six NCAA Division III sports: basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, track, and volleyball, plus, an equestrian team and club cheer team.

Our athletes are competitive on the court, on the field, and in the classroom. Led by an outstanding coaching staff, Wolves regularly win All-Conference and All-Academic honors.

FIRST YEAR COMPETITION

In 2022, Wesleyan’s competition club cheer team took home gold and silver honors during their first year of competition. The Wolves ranked 2021-2022 CCA Classic Champions and 2021-2022 CCA National 2nd Place Champions!

WESLEYAN EQUESTRIAN

ONE OF ONLY 10 WOMEN’S COLLEGES IN THE U.S. TO HAVE A TEAM

Wesleyan competes in the IHSA (Intercollegiate Horse Show Association) in both hunt seat and western against schools that include: Clemson University, College of Charleston, Georgia Southern University, University of South Carolina, Lander University, and Converse College.

Wesleyan joined the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) in 2019 and added dressage to its team competition making it the only school in Georgia competing in IDA. With just three team riders at their first IDA Show, Wesleyan was the third-place team and the Reserve Champion High Point Team, putting the Wolves in the running to earn regional standings. Two Wesleyan equestrians qualified for IDA nationals in their first year of dressage competition.

Just a short walk from residence halls, Wesleyan’s Nancy Ellis Knox Equestrian Center is located on campus within the Mathews Athletic Complex. The facility includes a 24-stall openair barn for lesson horses, student horses, and community boarders; six turnout paddocks; three hot/cold water wash racks; climatecontrolled tack room; separate boarder tack room; student lounge; classroom; private lockers for team riders; a covered dressage arena; and a large jumping arena with lights. Students may board their horses for a fee.

MINOR IN EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY Training is conducted on the ground rather than in the saddle. Taught by both equestrian and psychology faculty, this course of study will greatly benefit students interested in combining their love for horses with a passion for helping others.

AN IDEAL SETTING FOR AN INTENSE

Our beautiful 200-acre lakeside campus is nestled in a northern suburb of Macon, Georgia, just ninety minutes south of Atlanta. Our century-old trees are a beautiful contrast to our multi-milliondollar athletic, wellness, and equestrian facilities; state-of-the-art science center; 1,200-seat auditorium; three professional art galleries; and natural arboretum with outdoor learning laboratory.

CAMPUS

ARBORETUM

OUTDOOR LEARNING LABORATORY

The arboretum comprises 100 acres of mixed pine and hardwood forest, and can be found in the back of Wesleyan’s campus. More than 100 species of trees, shrubs, and woody vines provide habitat for a diverse assortment of salamanders, snakes, lizards, and mammals, as well as more than 150 species of resident and migratory birds.

The five-acre Foster Lake, three streams, and seasonal rain pools are home to nine species of turtles, fourteen species of frogs, and both native and game fish.

Dice Anderson Cabin, a three-room split-log cabin built in 1938, serves as a rustic focal point for student gatherings and special events. More than two miles of trails interlace the forest and provide year-round opportunities for hiking and cross-country running.

The area is a remarkable resource not only for recreation and reflection, but also for use as an outdoor learning laboratory that promotes a nature-smart curriculum for Wesleyan faculty and students, as well as local teachers and school children, youth organizations, researchers, and the Central Georgia community.

ZOE NUHFER ’19 ENVIRONMENTALIST

Education major Zoe was taking a biology class to fulfill a general education requirement and discovered it was one of her favorite classes. She credits Professor of Biology Dr. Holly Boettger-Tong for helping her uncover her love for science. Zoe changed her major to environmental studies, kept education as her minor, and looked for a new way to apply her studies to a successful and satisfying career.

Associate Professor of Education Dr. Virginia Bowman Wilcox ’90 helped Zoe arrange two internships. Interning at Macon’s Museum of

Arts and Sciences, Zoe says, turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences of her time at Wesleyan, but it was an internship at Montessori of Macon that reignited her love for teaching. After one semester teaching ecology, Zoe was invited back to teach for another semester.

“The Montessori classroom fits so perfectly with my values and ideas about education and gives me countless opportunities to share my love of environmental science with my students. In March I was offered a job at the school.”

ARBORETUM

A SAFE CAMPUS IS A HAPPY CAMPUS

Wesleyan College employs Synergy Security Services (SSS) to provide safety and security on campus. SSS provides licensed security officers that patrol campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The safety officers are licensed by the State of Georgia to carry a firearm. The security team will work in tandem with Bibb County Sheriff’s department. You can reach the on-duty safety officer to report suspicious behavior, request an escort, or for other needs that can be addressed by your campus safety team. Any incident that is criminal in nature should be reported to campus safety immediately.

The Wesleyan campus safety officers conduct rounds and constant surveillance in order to ensure safety for the students, employees, and visitors. Wesleyan College uses the Omnilert service we call WesAlert for notifying individuals about campus emergencies. You are automatically enrolled as an active user if you are faculty, staff, or student with a Wesleyan email address. In the event of an emergency, a text message will be sent by a College official directly to all cell phones registered with the service. The College’s emergency procedures web page lists detailed instructions in the event of a campuswide emergency.

A women’s college isn’t just about being all women. It’s about all being together as women. I don’t feel any negative pressure, just constant reassurance. I love the sisterhood at Wesleyan. Since day one, I have felt a part of a community.

- Cornelia Seybold ’20 «

BUILT-IN PERKS FOR EVERY STUDENT

ALL TEXTBOOKS AND COURSE MATERIALS waiting for you at the campus post office at the beginning of each semester. (Supplies not included).

AN INDIVIDUALIZED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE will strengthen skills for your career and your transferable skills, preparing you for your professional life.

TUTORING AND ACADEMIC LEARNING SERVICES help you achieve your academic goals, develop your skills in time management, test taking, note writing, and much more.

MICROSOFT 365 All students get online versions of Word, Power Point, Excel, and OneNote. Students may also install the full Office applications on up to 5 PCs or Macs for free.

FREE PRINTING You will be able to print your term papers or other information, with access to the many printers on campus.

FREE PARKING on campus, close to your residence hall.

FREE LAUNDRY in all residence halls.

FREE COUNSELING SERVICES provide assistance designed to promote your academic, personal, and social growth and your overall sense of well-being.

SHUTTLE SERVICE to area malls and to downtown Macon.

Plus free admission to many events featuring local and national speakers and performers; 24-hour campus police; health services; and so much more.

LOCATION MATTERS

MACON: THE HEART OF GEORGIA

Macon is fourth-largest city in the state of Georgia, and the home to Wesleyan College. A suburb of Atlanta, one of the fastest growing cities in the United States and headquarters to major companies like Delta Airlines, The Home Depot and, of course, The Coca-Cola Company.

With a population of 150,000, Macon is a true college town, home to four college including Wesleyan. This provides students from around the world a safe, welcoming atmosphere with a vibrant community life. Whether you like to shop, eat or listen to music, at Wesleyan you’re just 10 minutes away from a variety of options that will keep you busy in your downtown.

Visit the Macon and Bibb County Convention and Visitors Bureau for more information. www.maconga.org

LOCATION MATTERS

Macon has something for everyone. From Wesleyan’s campus, you’ll have quick access to:

SPORTS: Check out local sports team in Macon, or national franchises like the NFL, NBA or MLB in Atlanta

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Georgia’s national parks give you access to kayaking, tubing and hiking, just a short drive from campus.

BEACHES: Head two hours east to the Atlantic Ocean or drive south to Florida’s gulf coast for crystal-clear waters all-year round.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL: In Macon, you’re one hour from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, busiest and most efficient airport in the world, and your gateway to 70 international destinations.

GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ARE CONSIDERED FOR ENTRANCE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS, BASED ON THEIR GPA, TEST SCORES, AND OTHER ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS. THE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE OFFERED

PER YEAR FROM $5,000 TO $15,000.

When you complete your online application as International First Year Student; you are applying for merit scholarships at the same time. Merit scholarships are awarded based on a comprehensive and holistic review of application materials.

Open World scholarship ($46,000 annually, $184,000 total) Wesleyan’s premier, full-ride scholarship, awarded to four students annually. The Open World scholarship will allow women outside of the United States to enroll and receive the tools to empower their development in whatever career field they choose. Awarded to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements through their application materials, and scholarship form application. Open World scholars will receive a stipend to purchase living supplies, participate in social opportunities and travel on excursions. Full-ride for 4 years.

CEO Women in Leadership scholarship ($25,000 annually, $100,000 total) Wesleyan’s most prestigious scholarship, awarded by President Blight to students who demonstrate exceptional leadership through academics and extracurricular activities. 10 awarded annually.

Global Leaders scholarship ($20,000 annually, $80,000 total) Awarded to students who demonstrate an impressive blend of extracurricular activities through their admission application materials. 10 awarded annually.

International Entrance Scholarships Wesleyan College awards entrance scholarships based on academic credentials presented in the application process. Amounts range from $5,000$15,000. Awards amounts vary based on application round applied to.

In addition to international scholarships, students accepted by February 1st are eligible to be considered for competition for Wesleyan’s academic premier scholarships through the Scholarship Day competition in March.

Learn more about Wesleyan International Scholarships

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Application for Admission and Personal Statement:

Submission of Wesleyan’s online application is required for all students. In the application, students submit their personal statement.

Official high school transcripts or Score Reports in English. Submission of predicted score reports are accepted.

Standardized Test Scores (test optional) If SAT or ACT, test results do not appear on your transcripts, arrange for a formal report of all college entrance exams to be sent to Wesleyan by the testing agency. Wesleyan’s identification codes are: SAT 5895; ACT 0876.

English Language Proficiency Test:

(Submit one of the following)

• TOEFL IBT: minimum of 213 (computer based), 80 (internet based), or 550 (paper based) Wesleyan’s identification code for the TOEFL 5895

• IELTS: a minimum score of 6.5 with no subscore lower than 5.5

• GTEC: minimum of 1190 on the English Communication Proficiency Test

• PTE Academic, Pearson’s Test of English: minimum score of 58

• Duolingo: minimum score of 105

* Students may appeal to the College to have the language proficiency exam waived if English is one of the official languages of the student’s home country, as listed in the CIA World Fact Book.

* International applicants from IB Diploma Programs may satisfy the TOEFL or IELTS admission requirement by scoring 4 or higher in the Diploma Program higher-level or standard level English language examinations

* International applicants who graduate from an English speaking high school or have successfully completed at least 24 hours of study at an English speaking post-secondary institution may ask to have the language proficiency test waived.

• Bank statement(s) supplied must be showing sufficient funds for the last three months showing regular deposits and account holders name

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