2013-14 Academic Viewbook

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Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems

Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies

International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics

Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration

Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical

Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and

Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/

Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music

Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture

Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineer-

ing Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic

Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English

Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management

Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Adminis-

tration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy

Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting

Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science

Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International

Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political

Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human

Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical



































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Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science

Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management

International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion

Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies

Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting

Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal

Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International

Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology

Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy

Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial

Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice

Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International







Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Phi-

losophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting


Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Manage-

ment International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psy-

chology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Manage-

ment Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/

Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies

Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History

Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical

Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare

Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy

Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communica-

tion and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic

Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music

Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies

Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law

Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training

Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmen-

tal Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing

Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration

Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work

Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science

Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice


Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion

Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American

Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine

Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer

Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International

Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science

Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management

Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary

Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems

Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International

Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychol-

ogy Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin

American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine

PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS STARTS WITH

DYNAMIC

ACADEMICS• Professors who care

• Small classes

• Cutting-edge curriculum

• Research opportunities

• Internships and job shadows

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Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science

Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management

International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion

Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies

Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting

Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal

Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International












Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Phi-

losophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting


Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Manage-

ment International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psy-

chology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Manage-

ment Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/

Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies

Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History

Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical

Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare

Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy

Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communica-

tion and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic

Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music

Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies

Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law

Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training

Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmen-

tal Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International Management International Relations Management Marketing

Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration

Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work

Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science

Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice


Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion

Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin American

Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine

Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems Computer

Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International

Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science

Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management

Latin American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary

Medicine Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems

Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies International

Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychol-

ogy Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration Human Resources Management Latin

American Studies Philosophy Social Work Women’s Studies Dentistry Engineering Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Theology/Ministry Veterinary Medicine

PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS STARTS WITH

DYNAMIC

ACADEMICS


Simpson’s innovative curriculum is designed to prepare students for academic and professional SuCCESS.

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With Simpson’s curriculum, the courses delve deeper and focus more on projects that provide hands-on understanding of the subject matter. These courses allow students to work closely and build strong relationships with faculty members—just one of the hallmarks of a great Simpson education. Our curriculum encourages students to take advantage of Simpson’s community partnerships, hold internships, study abroad and conduct independent research.

Simpson’s curriculum also allows students to gain those skills and experiences valued most by employers. In fact, the curriculum was designed in response to research conducted by the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) regarding the most sought after skills that employers are looking for in future employees. The study shows that managers are no longer hiring based solely on a student’s major—they are looking for effective communicators, innovators and problem solvers.

Simpson has responded by incorporating these embedded skills into many courses. These skills help students grow and develop the expertise needed to succeed in graduate school or the workplace.

In addition to classes in their major, students will take courses within the seven areas of engagement giving them the knowledge needed to effectively participate in the communities they help to create.

Embedded Skills:• Collaborative

Leadership• Critical Thinking• Information Literacy• Intercultural

Communication

• Oral Communication• Quantitative

Reasoning• Written

Communication

Areas of Engagement:• The Arts• Civic Engagement• Diversity and Power

in the United States

• Ethics and Values Inquiry

• Global Perspectives• Historical Perspectives• Scientific Reasoning

Students also take two courses that serve to bookend their Simpson Experience: the SImPSON COLLOQuIum and the SENIOR CAPSTONE. The Simpson Colloquium is taken during the first semester of college and is designed to help students make the transition to college life. The Senior Capstone is a research project in each student’s major demonstrating his or her proficiency in their chosen field of study.


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mAY TERmSimpson has a 4-4-1 calendar year: two four-month traditional semesters followed by one three-week term in May. During May Term, students have the opportunity to focus on a single subject in innovative and challenging ways through special on-campus courses or independent studies offered on and off campus. These courses defy traditionally held beliefs about college classes.

Regardless of your major, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of internships or job shadows in the Des Moines area.

Affordable domestic and international travel programs are also enjoyed by Simpson students wishing to EXPLORE the diverse CuLTuRES of the world.

One of the most popular offerings during May Term is the experience of STudYING ABROAd. For many, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that offers students experience with historic, exotic and beautiful cultures teaching them a great deal about their own.

TRAVELPOSSIBILITIES duRING mAY TERmExpand your global perspective in courses abroad.• Working with the Peace Corps in Senegal• The Politics of Sacred Places: Israel and

Jordan• Social Issues in Thailand• Beaches and Bananas: Ethical Issues in

Development in Costa Rica• Coral Reef and Tropical Rainforest Ecology

in Belize• In the Trenches of World War I: London,

Paris and Belgium• Cathars and Crusades: Medieval

Christianity in the South of France• Theatre, Arts and Culture in Great Britain• Walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain• Cambodia on the Brink of Change• Global Citizenship Focusing on Bangalore

and Mysore


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Internships give you a head start on the competition and can prove to a potential employer or graduate school that you can do the work.At Simpson, we think this is so important to your future success that we will guarantee an internship to every qualified student.

Our prime location in the vibrant Des Moines market has produced many great relationships with area companies.

In addition, we have an extensive network of Simpson alumni who know first-hand the quality of our students.

They are eager to offer you opportunities during your undergraduate education. This network spans the United States, from coast-to-coast.

Why wait until after college to begin polishing your resumé when you can start as a student? It’s another advantage of a Simpson education.

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CAREER SERVICES

With the help of Career Services, Simpson students can discover their talents, passions and life goals while finding careers that best suit their personalities and interests. Career Services prepares students to succeed by helping them develop their resumés, practice interviewing skills and find internship and job opportunities in their field.

Career Services offers a variety of workshops throughout the year to prepare students for job interviews and to teach proper business etiquette.

Workshop topics include:

• Choosing your major• Discovering your passions• Resumé and cover letter writing• Applying and preparing for internships• Interviewing tips• Professional etiquette and networking

Career Services staff also meet individually with students to critique resumés and cover letters and review graduate school applications, as well as discuss job search strategies or career goals.

Student mentors and career coaches are trained and available to provide career assistance to Simpson students.

Simpson’s reputation for quality academics and job preparation, as well as its convenient location near Iowa’s capital, gives Simpson students and graduates an edge when looking for internships and jobs.

For three summers and two spring training sessions, Jade Osborne worked as an intern with the Cleveland Indians, rehabilitating MLB players and performing other athletic training duties.


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At Simpson, we take great pride in our commitment to undergraduate research. We believe this is one of the best ways for students to reach their full potential and position themselves for the future.

Simpson students work alongside faculty members on research projects across every academic discipline. Many students present their findings at national conferences and complete graduate school-quality work as undergraduates.

To celebrate their achievements, Simpson holds an Undergraduate Research Symposium where students

present their findings in a variety of ways.

The Symposium is held the same day as the annual Honors Convocation, at which faculty recognize outstanding students for their accomplishments.

Undergraduate research is one of the many reasons a Simpson education is so valuable.

See what students are discovering at Simpson:

Our most successful graduates often say that Simpson taught them how to think critically, to question commonly held assumptions and to discover new things on their own. These skills are created when students are empowered through exciting research projects and encouraged by faculty to stretch themselves.

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An Accelerated Pathway to Success

You may be able to accelerate your entry into the workforce by earning your degree in three years rather than the traditional four. An increasing number of high school students are coming to Simpson with multiple college credits earned while taking advanced classes in high school. It’s that type of dedication and drive that we want to encourage in qualified students who choose Simpson.

SC in 3 provides you with a clear pathway to reach your goal of completing your undergraduate degree in less than four years without sacrificing quality or diminishing the educational experience.

SC in 3 works best for students with a minimum of 24 earned college credits upon admission to Simpson College and looking to complete a degree in:

Computer Information Systems Computer ScienceCriminal JusticeEnglishIndependent Interdisciplinary Studies

Integrated Marketing CommunicationManagement Marketing Multimedia Journalism Sociology

If you are a hardworking, highly-motivated student who has a clear vision for your future, ask your admissions counselor if SC in 3 is right for you.


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ABROAdStudying abroad while at Simpson is an opportunity for you to expand your horizons and discover the world.

Today’s employers are looking for young people who have a global perspective and direct experience with other cultures—Simpson’s outstanding study abroad program provides students an opportunity to have those valuable experiences. Simpson has been named to the U.S. News and World Report’s list of top 100 colleges in the nation who have the highest percentage of students who study abroad.

WHY STUDY ABROAD?A survey by the Institute for the International Education of Students shows that studying abroad positively influences the career path, world view and self-confidence of students. Of students who have studied abroad, more than 90 percent believe their international experience continues to positively influence their interactions with people from different cultures and has had a lasting impact on their view of the world.

Simpson gives you many options for studying abroad. Whether you want to spend a semester overseas or just a few weeks out of the country, we have a program for you. You can also study abroad during Simpson’s three-week May Term or travel internationally through other partnerships. All of the programs offered directly through the Simpson Experience Abroad are led by Simpson professors and are open only to Simpson students.

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uNdECIdEd mAJORSStill searching?Some students who come to Simpson have not quite settled on a major, and that’s okay. Simpson’s curriculum allows students to take a variety of classes in different academic areas before choosing an area of focus. Simpson also offers many resources to help students find careers that best suit their life goals.

CAReeR SeRviCeS staff assist students with choosing a major through an interactive program that determines possible career paths based on the answers to a series of questions that analyze personality strengths, values, interests and skills.

Simpson’s CenTeR fOR vOCATiOn AnD inTegRATive LeARning (CviL) has programs that encourage students to reflect upon their interests and desires to find professions best suited to them. These programs include: Thursday Night Live dinners (where students discuss how to find

meaningful work), as well as an internship program and the Service Hub, which provides many volunteer opportunities that allow students to explore their potential career field.

Simpson offers jOB SHADOWing for first and second-year students. Students can shadow in a specific field or try out several different work environments.

Students expLORe mAjORS AnD CAReeRS through special events including a volunteer fair, a study abroad fair, a graduate school fair and a major/minor fair.

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ART

Students majoring in visual arts have an opportunity to develop their creativity through classroom work, studio time, exhibitions, visiting artists and internships. Specializations are offered in drawing, painting, pottery, photography, art education and graphic design. These skills culminate in a personalized senior project and art show prior to graduation. Contemporary ideas in art are explored through an extensive gallery and visiting artist program. Check out student artwork at: simpson.edu/art/student-work

• Scholarships are available to students who submit an art portfolio and receive a recommendation by the art faculty.

• Simpson is affiliated with Lorenzo di Medici Escuola di Arts, located in Florence, Italy. While there, students may study fashion merchandising, design, sculpture, art history, painting, printmaking and cinematography in a semester or year of study abroad.

• Simpson art students also take trips to inspiring locations such as the Art Institute of Chicago, the Walker Museum of Art in Minneapolis, the Nelson Atkins Museum in Kansas City and the Des Moines Art Center.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Wisconsin, Northern Illinois University, Savannah College of Art and Design, University of Nevada, University of Iowa and Iowa State University.

• Recent jobs and internships: Lessing-Flynn Advertising, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa, The Des Moines Register, Runners World magazine, Museum of Modern Art (NYC), Meredith Corporation, Art Institute of Chicago, Sticks Furniture and the Des Moines Art Center.

Painting, sculpture, digital film, photography and graphic design are just some of the exciting ways you can express yourself as a Simpson art major.


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AThLETIC TRAINING & EXERCISE SCIENCE

Both majors prepare students for a variety of exciting and interesting career opportunities and also provide excellent preparation for graduate school.

ATHLeTiC TRAining• The athletic training major is fully accredited by

the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, enabling students to seek certification upon graduation.

• Certified Athletic Trainers find careers in healthcare administration, the education and counseling of athletes, sports medicine/physical therapy clinics, high schools, colleges, professional athletic teams, corporations, rehabilitation facilities and fitness centers.

• Simpson’s program combines course work with clinical experiences in a variety of settings. All student athletic trainers get hands-on experience working with Simpson athletic teams.

• More than 90 percent of athletic training majors go on to graduate school. In the past five years, nearly 100 percent of Simpson athletic training majors, who have applied to physical therapy schools, have been accepted.

• Recent graduate schools: Des Moines University, University of Kansas, Arizona School of Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Minnesota State University at Mankato, Wake Forest University, Iowa State University, University of Florida, Syracuse University and Duke University.

exeRCiSe SCienCe• This major is designed for students who want

to pursue a career in strength and conditioning, cardiac rehabilitation, personal training, corporate wellness or public health. Many students attend graduate school for nutrition, exercise physiology, physical therapy, chiropractic or human performance.

• Recent jobs, internships and clinical experience: White House Wellness Center, Mercy Des Moines Sports Medicine, Mercy Indianola Medical Clinic, YMCA Healthy Living Center, Wellmark Corporate Wellness and Meredith Corporation Wellness.

The department of Sports Science and health Education leads the way in helping students achieve their goals in the fields of athletic training and exercise science.


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Simpson’s largest department offers students an exciting array of options to make their mark in the world of business. Our faculty will help put you in the best position to succeed—during college and after.ACCOUnTing• Accounting students may apply to take the Certified

Public Accounting (CPA) exam. In Iowa, students who pass the exam must have accumulated a total of 150 semester hours of college credit before they will be awarded a CPA license. Students are able to complete 150 hours in just four years at Simpson.

• Simpson students’ first-time CPA exam pass rate is three times higher than the national average.

• Recent jobs and internships: Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, RSM McGladrey Inc., IRS, Ernst & Young, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deere Company and the State of Iowa Auditor’s Office.

eCOnOmiCS• The Eberhart Student Aid Fund (ESAF) is a student-

run investment program, which manages a portfolio

of funds valued at approximately $250,000. Students research companies and buy and sell stock over the course of a semester and compete with more than 200 other colleges gauging return on investment.

• Students may specialize in finance in order to pursue careers in investments, stock brokerage, banking and consulting. Many graduates have pursued doctorates in economics.

• Recent jobs and internships: FDIC, Federal Reserve Bank, Principal Financial Group, Edward Jones Investments, UBS, Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch.

gLOBAL mAnAgemenT • The global management major infuses the

traditional management course set with an

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additional focus on international trade, banking and marketing. Students also examine the politics and history of a region of focus alongside language study. Study abroad is strongly encouraged.

• Recent jobs and internships: Phillips Electronics (Germany), Honeywell (Arizona), Chrysler Group LLC, Iowa Workforce Development and Belmonte Management (California).

mARKeTing • Students gain hands-on experience in marketing research,

advertising, innovation, entrepreneurship, new product marketing, buyer behavior and sales management.

• Recent jobs and internships: Meredith Corporation, Hy-Vee Corporate Headquarters, Wells Fargo, Aggreko International, Amoco Corporation, Pella Corporation and the State of Iowa.

mAnAgemenT• Management majors gain incredible insight into every

aspect of business. From local entrepreneurship to global commerce, students gain real-world experience through course projects and internships.

• Recent jobs and internships: IBM, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Allied Insurance, 3M Corporation, Chrysler Group LLC, Prudential Financial, Wells Fargo Financial and UPS.

HUmAn ReSOURCeS • A minor in human resources is available and is often paired

with majors in any business-related field, communication studies or psychology.

HeALTHCARe ADminiSTRATiOn • Healthcare administration concentrations and post-graduate

certificates are offered through the department. In this field of study, students pursue courses in general business, healthcare administration and ethics in preparation for a career in the growing and ever-changing healthcare industry.

SImPSON.Edu/BuSINESSMichael Sadler ’89Assistant Vice President—Public Policy & Government Affairs at CenturyLink


BIOLOGY & ENVIRONmENTAL SCIENCE

Educational experiences are designed to enrich the liberal arts curriculum, foster independent and creative thinking and offer a firm foundation in ecology, molecular and functional biology. The curriculum prepares students to attend graduate or medical school, enter health-related professions, become environmental scientists or naturalists or pursue secondary school teacher licensure.

• Science lectures and labs are located in the George Washington Carver Science Center, named for one of the foremost scientists of the 20th Century and a former Simpson student.

• The Carver Science Center features expanded classroom space, labs for each of the natural sciences, biotechnology facilities for building and using recombinant DNA, imaging systems for developmental biology and a human cadaver lab.

• Field research station: Long-term research on prairie restoration during the regular semester or through our fully-funded summer research program for Simpson students.

• Science faculty have led May Term trips to Belize, the Galapagos Islands, Australia, Cambodia, Cuba, Namibia, Madagascar, Peru and throughout Europe.

• Simpson’s pre-professional programs continue to prepare students for the medical school or graduate school of their choice.

• Recent graduate schools: Kansas State University, Loyola University-Chicago, Case Western Reserve University, Baylor College of Medicine, University of Massachusetts, University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Georgia, Northwestern University, University of Texas-San Antonio, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa State University and Des Moines University.

• Recent jobs and internships: Johns Hopkins University Research Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Integrated DNA Technologies, National Institutes of Health, Science Center of Iowa, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Biotronic, Monsanto, John Stoddard Cancer Research Center, Kemin Industry, Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Peace Corps, Blank Park Zoo and the Minnesota Zoo.

From assessing restored wetlands to extracting dNA, courses in biology and environmental science acquaint students with the nature of the living world.


PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAmS:DentistryMedicineNursingOptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyVeterinary Medicine

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how does a LASER work? how do chemists synthesize complex organic molecules or analyze an unknown mixture? what are the important biochemical reactions that occur in living cells? These are the kinds of questions that will be examined and answered in Simpson’s chemistry and physics classes. A diverse curriculum provides students with an understanding of the chemical and physical nature of the world. Project-based labs, research assignments and seminar classes give students a firsthand appreciation of chemistry and physics as experimental sciences. These majors prepare students for advanced study in graduate or medical school or to enter careers in teaching, forensic science, marketing and research.

• Simpson’s biochemistry major recently received $400,000 in grants to purchase state-of-the-art lab instruments, providing students with the best scientific equipment possible.

• The Dual Degree Engineering program is offered through three highly-rated engineering schools: Iowa State University, the Institute of Technology (University of Minnesota) and Washington University in St. Louis.

• Recent graduate schools: Carver College of Medicine, Iowa State University, University of Nebraska, University of Colorado, Drake University’s College of Pharmacy, Syracuse University and University of Missouri-Columbia.

• Recent jobs and internships: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Des Moines Police Department’s Identification Lab, Kemin Industries, Barton Solvents and Frontier Natural Products.

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COmmuNICATION & mEdIA STudIES

Students acquire a broad-based knowledge of theories and competencies through two majors: multimedia journalism and integrated marketing communication. With an emphasis on digital media, the communication and media studies program prepares students for the technologies used in news organizations and businesses today.

• The student newspaper, The Simpsonian, has received multiple national awards. Other communication organizations include KSTM, campus radio station; the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA); and ID Magazine.

• Students in Simpson’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter travel annually to the PRSSA national convention.

• Students get hands-on experience with digital media, which includes page layout, photo and video editing software, social media and web publishing.

• Students travel to media capitals—such as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, D.C.—during May Term. Students study intercultural communication through May Term

trips to England, France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy and Liechtenstein.

• Recent graduate schools: Vanderbilt University, Northwestern University, Boston University, Florida State University, University of Kansas, University of Iowa and Iowa State University.

• Recent jobs and internships: Interscope Records, Sports Illustrated, CBS News, Fox News, Meredith Corporation, KCCI-TV 8, C-SPAN, The Des Moines Register, USA Today, Principal Financial Group, AMC, Washington Times, Congressional and Senate offices, Dow Jones NewsWires and Teach for America.

Being close to des moines, the largest media market in Iowa, is a huge advantage for Simpson communication and media studies majors.


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COmPuTER SCIENCE

Learning experiences in the computer science department include individual and group research activities, which emphasize personal growth, critical thinking and communication skills. Majors offered include computer science, a broad-based overview of computers; and computer information systems, which is concerned with the design, development, use analysis and management of information systems.

• The department has two teaching labs and an electronic classroom. Majors have use of two instructional computer labs, a general purpose study lab and a research lab within the George Washington Carver Science Center.

• According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), computer science is the second highest paying four-year degree, and Career Cast lists software engineers as the third best job in 2013.

• Our students begin their hands-on experience during their first semester by creating video games and computer-generated movies.

• Recent graduate schools: Creighton University, University of Illinois, University of Nebraska, University of Missouri-Columbia, Iowa State University and University of Iowa,

Most of our computer science students have secured paid internships after their second year at Simpson!

• Recent jobs and internships: Hy-Vee, Holmes Murphy, U.S. Government, Principal Financial Group, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., IBM, DWebware, Farm Bureau, Nationwide Insurance, Pella Corporation, Wells Fargo, 3M Company, Two Rivers Marketing, CISCO Inc., Fawn Engineering, Communication Data Services, Deere & Company, Silicon Plains and the Minnesota Zoo.

Simpson computer science majors explore the world of computers and their extraordinary power.


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CRImINAL JuSTICE

Students are offered excellent academic preparation for employment in the criminal justice system or to pursue graduate work. Simpson’s program blends the theoretical and applied aspects of the criminal justice system and is strengthened by educational internships and field experience programs. This program enables students to pursue various career paths, including graduate or law school, law enforcement, probation as well as parole and social work.

• Students work with local criminal justice agencies, complete honors tutorials and conduct various types of research, including work with the Simpson Urban Studies Institute (SUSI).

• Simpson students scored in the top 25 percent on the Educational Testing Service Criminal Justice exam, compared to students from colleges and universities from across the country.

• Recent guest lecturers have covered current interest topics ranging from criminal profiling to sex offender policies and school shootings.

• Students have plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience from “ride alongs” with local police departments to interning with state, federal and international agencies.

• Police departments, court services and correctional programs in the United States have employed hundreds of Simpson graduates.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Iowa, Iowa State University, Pepperdine University, University of Michigan, University of Nebraska and Xavier University.

• Recent jobs and internships: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, FBI, Iowa State Patrol, U.S. Marshals, Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement, Iowa Correctional Institute for Men, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Border Patrol, Secret Service, U.S. Probation and Parole Service and local police departments (Burlington, Carlisle, Storm Lake, Iowa City and Cedar Rapids).

Simpson has one of the premier criminal justice programs in the midwest.


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Teachers have a great influence on the lives of their students. Simpson’s education program is designed for future teachers who are committed to helping students reach their full potential. The goal of education is not simply to transmit a static body of facts, but to help students develop the ability to reason, reflect, analyze, evaluate and act so they have a positive impact in their classrooms and communities. Simpson offers the coursework required for licensure at the early childhood, elementary and secondary levels, as well as endorsements in more than 30 areas.

• Education opportunities outside of the classroom include Education Club, Student Iowa State Education Association, Big Brothers/Big Sisters mentoring, Upward Bound and cross-age tutoring.

• The department is continually praised for being a “practitioner-based” program. From the first education course to the last semester, majors will get vital in-classroom experience.

• In addition to the college’s North Central Accreditation, the Teacher Education Program is approved by the Iowa Department of Education.

• Because of our geographic location, Simpson can offer teacher candidates a wide variety of field experiences in classrooms in urban, suburban and rural K-12 schools.

• Recent field placements: Relatively small class sizes ensure solid relationships with education faculty who collectively represent a diverse range of experience, with professional preparation and teaching experience throughout the K-12 range in not only Iowa, but Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.

EduCATION

“The professors in the education department are full of real-life

examples and experience that make the materials in class more meaningful.”

- LYdIA SChETTLER


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The department of English includes courses in literature as well as in expository and creative writing. The underlying purpose of all courses is to help students develop their sensitivity to language, form and ideas. English majors can pursue work as journalists, editors, publishers, teachers, lawyers and other careers that require excellent articulation and communication skills—such as public relations, advertising, banking, sales, insurance and social services.

• Simpson provides many avenues for students to publish: Sequel, a collection of campus-wide literary submissions, The Simpsonian campus newspaper, ID Magazine and the Simpson Magazine.

• Numerous guest authors and lecturers visit campus each year to share their experiences.

• 2008 graduate Danny Heggen published his book, Voices on the Inside: The Women of Boronia, while studying in Australia through Simpson’s Semester Abroad program and has now published a second book.

• Recent graduate schools: Purdue University, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of North Dakota, University of Kansas, Florida State University, Bemidji State University, University of Nebraska, Iowa State University and Drake University.

• Recent jobs and internships: The Peace Corps, The Des Moines Register, AmeriCorps, Starr & Associates Litigation Services, Meredith Corporation and various middle school, high school and college teaching positions.

Students in the department of English benefit from the instruction of award-winning scholars, poets and fiction writers.

“when I visited Simpson, everyone made me feel welcome and at home. I was inspired to become an English

major by one of my literature professors. She saw my strengths as a writer before I did!”

- ROBIN whITFORd

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David WolfAssociate Professor of English


FORENSIC SCIENCE/BIOChEmISTRY

Everyone can imagine the excitement of crime scene investigation and collecting evidence, but a deeper look into the field of forensic science reveals even more: forensic chemistry and toxicology, DNA and fingerprint analysis, arson investigation, criminology, forensic odontology and forensic psychiatry. Students engage in hands-on experiences in campus laboratory environments and gain real-world experience while working beside expert forensic scientists through professional internships.

• The George Washington Carver Science Center features biotechnology facilities for building and using recombinant DNA, imaging systems for developmental biology and a human cadaver lab.

• Simpson’s proximity to Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines, gives forensic science majors an inside edge for gaining internships.

• Recent jobs and internships: Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Des Moines Police Department and Iowa Board of Medical Examiners.

Forensic scientists are just that—scientists. That’s why Simpson’s fo-rensic science major is rooted in biochemistry.

Simpson is one of fewer than 50 colleges or universities in

the country and one of the only schools in Iowa to offer

a forensic science degree.


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hISTORY

The study of history provides students the opportunity to hone critical thinking skills through oral and written communication. An appreciation and deep understanding of the past also enable students to become active citizens in our increasingly diverse world.

• Many students become a part of history itself in classes that use innovative historical simulation games. Role-playing allows students to take on historical personas to better understand and appreciate historical events.

• Historiography, which is the history capstone course, explores the philosophy and practice of history. It is a joint effort taught by all members of the history department.

• Many history majors also double major with communication and media studies, English, management, political science or religion majors or minor in secondary education.

• The Iowa History Center at Simpson hosts a number of significant speakers annually and provides unique research and internship opportunities that allow students to explore the history of the state of Iowa and its people.

• The department sponsors international travel courses to the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Italy, Thailand and Vietnam.

• Recent graduate schools: Boston College, Creighton University, Drake University, Emory University, Iowa State University, Loyola University-Chicago, Marquette University, University of Indiana-Bloomington, University of Iowa and Washburn University, School of Law.

• Recent jobs and internships: Des Moines Metropolitan Opera, Fort Des Moines Museum, Iowa Department of the Blind, Living History Farms, Marvo Entertainment Group, Salisbury House, Smithsonian (as part of the CHIP semester) and Terrace Hill.

Leaders in every industry from business to the arts can point to their training as history majors as the starting point for their success.


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mAThEmATICS & ACTuARIAL SCIENCE

The teaching and learning process incorporates modern technology to assist students in developing critical, analytical skills. Oral and written communication are integrated into the curriculum so graduates have the ability to effectively communicate technical results.

• A mobile departmental computer station contains laptops with the appropriate software packages for statistical analysis and problem solving.

• The mathematics department hosts the annual Midwest Undergraduate Mathematics Symposium.

• For nine years running, Simpson has fielded more teams than any other institution in the United States for the Mathematical/Interdisciplinary contest in modeling.

• The department sponsors several activities—including Simpson Math Club, Differential Analyzer Club, peer tutoring, undergraduate assistantships, mathematical contests in modeling and The Putnam Exam.

• Honors in mathematics can be earned if a student demonstrates outstanding work in mathematics and meets the departmental criteria.

• Mathematics students have the opportunity to work alongside Simpson professors to conduct research through a unique paid research opportunity, the Albert H. & Greta A. Bryan Summer Research Program.

• Follow our blog at http://simpsoncollegemath.blogspot.com/

• Recent graduate schools: Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, Wake Forest University, University of Michigan, Ohio State University, University of New Mexico and Marshall University.

• Recent jobs and internships: National Agricultural Statistics Service, EMC Insurance, Allianz, Nationwide Insurance, Liberty Mutual, Logan-Magnolia High School, Ottumwa High School, Clinton High School, CHI-Mercy Medical Center, Submittal Exchange and Iowa DOT.

whether you are considering a career in engineering, computer programming, actuarial science, teaching, finance or mathematical research, the high quality instruction, outstanding undergraduate research opportunities and esteemed reputation of the mathematics department at Simpson will help you achieve your goals.


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The Simpson College music department is widely acclaimed in local, national and international arenas and has been honored with numerous awards.

The program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and offers three majors: Bachelor of Music in Performance, Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Bachelor of Arts with a Music Major. Simpson develops the unique gifts of each student through a combination of classroom teaching and individual music instruction. A wide variety of co-curricular activities are available including band, jazz band, orchestra, vocal and instrumental ensembles, choir, Madrigal Singers, oratorio, opera and musical theatre.

• Scholarships are awarded to students on the basis of talent and academic promise determined by an audition and the student’s application.

• The Simpson College Madrigal Singers perform internationally and have recently traveled to Italy, Germany, England, France, Spain and Austria.

• The Simpson Symphonic Band was a featured collegiate band at the Iowa Bandmasters Convention.

• Dr. Robert Larsen, professor emeritus of music, is founder and artistic director for the Des Moines Metro Opera, named one of the top 20 summer opera companies in the world.

• Simpson College is home of the Des Moines Metro Opera.

• Recent graduate schools: The Julliard School, Northwestern University School of Music, The New England School of Music, Indiana University, University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Baylor University and Louisiana State University.

• Recent jobs and internships: The Metropolitan Opera (New York), Washington National Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Spokane Symphony, Hal Leonard Music Publishing, the Des Moines hospitals (music therapy) and numerous music education positions nationally.

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PhILOSOPhY

The ability to think critically and communicate effectively is at the foundation of Simpson’s programs in philosophy. Programs in philosophy, applied philosophy and ethics aim to develop both a deepened self-awareness and a global perspective.

• Studying philosophy is greatly beneficial to students pursuing a wide variety of careers, including law, politics, business, journalism, public policy, law enforcement and education.

• For those students interested specifically in ethics, the department offers an exciting and innovative minor with an ethics concentration. Given the ethical scandals of the last decade, this is a common and logical choice for students seeking to stand out amongst job applicants in the fields of medicine, law, political science, business or criminal justice.

• All faculty members in the philosophy department are dedicated to researching and publishing in their field and using that research in their classrooms. They are also strongly committed to promoting student research; students don’t just study philosophy, they become philosophers by doing original research, attending conferences (often with professors) and participating in on-going philosophy/applied philosophy/ethics reading groups on campus.

• Simpson’s philosophy department, in particular, has a strong record of sending philosophy majors to excellent law schools, medical schools and graduate schools—often with full scholarships.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Iowa, Creighton University, University of Minnesota, Drake Law School, University of Missouri- Columbia and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

• Recent jobs and internships: Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Dwolla Corporation and the Center for Rural Affairs, State of Nebraska.

From institutional corruption to the ethics of today’s laws and regulations, the face of the world is changing rapidly.


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PhYSICAL EduCATION & SPORTS AdmINISTRATION

pHYSiCAL eDUCATiOn–TeACHing eDUCATiOn

• Hands-on experience accompanies the course work and includes peer teaching, practicum hours in local schools and coaching internships.

• Recent graduate schools: Purdue University, Mayo School of Physical Therapy, University of North Carolina, Western Illinois University, University of Northern Colorado, Middle Tennessee State, University of Iowa, Iowa State University and Eastern Illinois State.

• Recent jobs and internships: Various elementary, middle school and high school physical education and health jobs, Aspen Fitness Clubs, Colorado Rockies, Principal Financial Group, Farm Bureau and the YMCA.

SpORTS ADminiSTRATiOn

• This major is designed to serve the interests of students pursuing the business aspect of sports and physical education.

• Students have the opportunity to work with Simpson’s athletics communication director and staff at NCAA events on campus.

• Recent jobs and internships: Portland Trailblazers, Iowa Cubs, Billie Jean King World Team Tennis, Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, the Women’s Professional Softball League, USA Track & Field and Iowa Barnstormers.

If you are passionate about the wellness of children and want to instill in them the benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle—consider a career as a physical education teacher. Or perhaps you find real excitement in the convergence of athletics and the business world—if so, sports administration may be your calling.


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From interning at the white house to assisting with political campaigns, Simpson College prepares future leaders.Political science courses are designed to provide students with a stronger understanding of the political institutions and public policies of the United States and other nations. The department provides majors in political science and international relations as well as a pre-law program. The skills acquired in political science classes are particularly appropriate for those students planning careers in teaching, public service, journalism, politics and the legal profession.

• There are numerous opportunities for students to get involved on campus: Student Government Association, Model United Nations, Pre-Law Society, College Democrats, College Republicans, Debate and events hosted by the Culver Public Policy Center.

• The John C. Culver Fellowship program awards up to five scholarships (minimum $14,000) to incoming students with a passion for politics, as well as public service and community engagement.

• Simpson’s ideal location attracts national political figures including George W. Bush, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Mitt Romney.

• Simpson students have the opportunity to live and learn in Washington, D.C. for a semester through the Capitol Hill Internship Program (CHIP).

• Nearly two-thirds of department alumni pursue a post-graduate or law degree.

• Simpson is the only Iowa college to regularly attend the Midwest Model United Nations and the only college in Iowa with a public forum debate team.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Iowa, University of Wyoming, Marquette University, Hamline University, University of California-Berkeley, University of Illinois, Rutgers University and University North Carolina-Chapel Hill.

• Recent jobs and internships: The White House, Iowa Attorney General’s Office, Iowa Governor’s Office, Iowa State Legislature, Link Strategies, Polk County Juvenile Courts, Obama Campaign, Senator Chuck Grassley’s Office, Senator Tom Harkin’s Office, Amnesty International, C-SPAN and various political/social interest groups.

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John C. Culver with Simpson Culver Fellows.

PSYChOLOGY

Within the discipline of psychology are many diverse areas, including mental health, social processes, learning and motivation, the relationship of the brain to behavior, psychological disorders, personality theory and human development across the life span. Students learn the various methods of acquiring, evaluating and applying psychological principles and the ethical principles that guide the professional conduct of psychologists.

• Career paths include vocations in psychology, business, education, law, social work and advertising with some requiring graduate training.

• Simpson students have a 100 percent placement rate in applications to present research at the annual Midwestern Psychological Association Conference.

• More than 40 percent of Simpson psychology graduates go on to graduate school.

• Students conduct their own original experiments and research projects and collaborate on research projects with faculty members in the department.

• Psychology Club enriches the classroom experience and offers networking opportunities.

• Recent graduate schools: Penn State University, Marquette University, University of Kentucky-Lexington, University of Wisconsin-Stout,

University of Minnesota and State University of New York-Albany.

• Recent jobs and internships: Children and Families of Iowa, The Homestead, Orchard Place, The Young Women’s Resource Center, Department of Human Services, George Washington Carver Association and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation.

what do college students, relationships, lie detectors and rats have in common? All are topics of student research in Simpson’s Psychology department.


“I LOVE ThAT SImPSON’S PSYChOLOGY dEPARTmENT PROVIdES OPPORTuNITIES

ThROuGh CLASSES, PRACTICumS ANd RESEARCh FOR STudENTS TO GAIN

ThE EXPERIENCE ThEY NEEd TO SuCCEEd IN A PSYChOLOGY-RELATEd FIELd

AFTER GRAduATION.”- mIRANdA KNAKE

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Donald EvansProfessor of Psychology

RELIGION

In keeping with the college’s United Methodist heritage, students are empowered to explore issues of personal integrity, moral responsibility, social justice and global citizenship by drawing on the diverse resources of Christianity in dialogue with other religious traditions.

• A major in religion helps students develop as critical readers, writers and thinkers. The major is excellent preparation for seminary or a variety of ministerial careers. Religion majors have also pursued careers in fields such as law, social work, government, journalism and education.

• Simpson boasts the best comprehensive ministry program in the region. With paid internships, off-campus retreats, chapel internship positions, extensive ministry and mentoring experiences and seminary visitation opportunities, the program is ideal for students who are considering a vocation in professional ministry.

• The Religious Life Community provides many other opportunities for students to get involved. RLC is a ministry of student-led groups dedicated to extending worship, service and fellowship to its participants and planning various activities to encourage religious life dialogue at Simpson and in the greater community.

• Recent internships and service opportunities: Children and Family Urban Ministries, Youth Corps, Amnesty International, Habitat for Humanity, Shalom Zone, Catholic Worker House and various churches.

• Recent graduate schools: Boston University, Drew University, Duke University and Southern Methodist University.

The department of Religion at Simpson College facilitates disciplined intellectual inquiry into the religious dimensions of human experience.

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SOCIOLOGY

Students acquire, organize, analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data. Sociology majors can apply classroom knowledge in at least one field internship. Options for students after graduation include teaching at the secondary level, employment in the public or private sector or graduate study in sociology, anthropology, social work, theology or law.

• Opportunities for involvement in social issue areas on campus include Amnesty International, Religious Life Community and Multicultural Student Alliance.

• Many students have presented award-winning papers and research projects to the Iowa Sociological Association’s annual meeting.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Michigan, University of Maryland, Rutgers University, University of Iowa, Iowa State University, University of Wisconsin, Tulane University and Creighton University.

• Recent jobs and internships: Children and Families of Iowa, Department of Public Safety, Iowa Attorney General’s Office, Consumer Protection Agency, CrossRoads of Iowa, Orchard Place and the Des Moines Public Schools.

Sociology is concerned with the nature and workings of human group life. At Simpson, the sociology major is designed to give students an in-depth look at these complex relationships.

“Sociology allows me to cope with life’s inequalities by inspiring me to change them.”

- EmILY FIChTER

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ThEATRE ARTS

Departmental courses and projects provide students with cultural and artistic experiences and develop their abilities to observe, reflect, think critically and express themselves. Students are challenged to achieve academic, aesthetic and production standards of excellence. The theatre department is located in the newly renovated, state-of-the-art Blank Performing Arts Center, which houses the 500-seat Pote Theatre and the 125-seat black-box Barnum Studio Theatre.

• Auditions for productions are open to all Simpson College students regardless of major.

• Scholarships granted by audition/interview are available for theatre students who will participate in all productions. Paid positions for department student-employees are also available.

• Each year Theatre Simpson produces three faculty-directed productions and a festival of student-directed one-acts. The Simpson Underground, an “open-mic” style experience, provides students another creative outlet.

• Theatre Simpson regularly participates in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival and has been honored with many awards.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Georgia, University of Nevada-Las Vegas, University of Cincinnati Conservatory, University of Arkansas, University of Idaho, University of Wisconsin and Creighton Law School.

• Recent jobs and internships: Theatre de la Jeune Lune (Minnesota), Jean Cocteau Repertory Theatre (New York), Kentucky Shakespeare Festival, Women’s Project & Productions (New York), Steppenwolf Theatre (Chicago), About Face Theatre (Chicago), television programs, California Musical Theatre, Red Tape Theatre Company (Chicago), Fox 17 Television (Des Moines), Iowa Public Television and numerous drama/theatre teachers nationally.

From directing to stage design to preparing for a role as a drama teacher, Simpson prepares you for any role in theatre. Creative expression and artistic excellence are the foundations of Theatre Simpson.

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world languages are the gateway to the global community and Simpson offers exciting educational opportunities for students seeking an international perspective.

Simpson’s majors in French, German and Spanish, as well as the minor in Latin American Studies, provide essential skills to prepare students for their encounters with world cultures. Professors help students develop not only communication skills but also cultural competency. Simpson graduates find that their increased global awareness prepares them for graduate school and international careers.

• In addition to majors in French, German and Spanish, the department offers instruction in Chinese, Arabic and Portuguese.

• Students can choose from many study abroad opportunities. Formal international study programs with a language-learning component include locations such as Papeete, Tahiti; Schorndorf, Germany; and Rosario, Argentina.

• Combining a major in a world language with global management is the ideal program for students with an interest in international business, while the international relations major is perfect for those interested in international politics.

• Recent jobs and internships: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., U.S. State Department, United Nations, Peace Corps, Hispanic Educational Resources, Wells Fargo, BMW, Adidas, Principal Financial Group, Chrysler Group LLC, Pechiney Plastics in Venezuela and La Clinica Latin Affairs.

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PROGRAmS OF STudYOne of the advantages of Simpson’s liberal arts tradition is that students are encouraged to explore a variety of courses and different disciplines.

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SystemsComputer ScienceCriminal JusticeEconomicsEconomics and FinanceElementary EducationEnglishEnvironmental Science-

BiologyExercise ScienceForensic Science/

BiochemistryFrenchGermanGlobal ManagementGraphic DesignHistoryIntegrated Marketing

Communication

Interdisciplinary StudiesInternational RelationsManagementMarketingMathematicsMathematics-HonorsMultimedia JournalismMusicMusic EducationMusic PerformanceNeurosciencePhilosophyPhilosophy-AppliedPhysical Education K-8Physical Education

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Engineering OptionPolitical SciencePsychologyReligionSpanishSociologySports AdministrationStudio ArtTheatre Arts

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BiochemistryFrenchGermanHistoryHuman ResourcesIntegrated Marketing

CommunicationLatin American StudiesManagementMarketingMathematicsMultimedia Journalism

MusicPhilosophyPhysicsPolitical SciencePsychologyReligionSecondary EducationSocial WorkSociologySports AdministrationSpanishSustainability StudiesTheatre ArtsWomen’s Studies

Pre-Professional ProgramsDentistryEngineeringLawMedicineNursingOptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyTheology/MinistryVeterinary Medicine


OuTSTANdING FACuLTY

They also pursue their quest for knowledge outside the classroom by writing books, conducting research, performing in concerts and in many other ways.

For example:

• William Friedricks, professor of history and director of the Iowa History Center on the Simpson campus, is a noted author who was the inaugural winner of the Iowa History Prize.

• Jackie Brittingham, professor of biology, was selected to become a Fellow at the Iowa Academy of Science, based on her substantial contributions to science and science education.

• David Camwell, associate professor of saxophone and jazz studies, performed as a featured soloist in the North American Saxophone Alliance’s

Biennial concert. He also had articles published in a recent issue of Saxophone Journal.

• Mark Juffernbruch, professor of accounting, was elected to the Board of Directors for Financial Executives International.

There are countless other examples of the ways in which Simpson faculty demonstrate leadership and achieve success in their chosen fields.

But their greatest talent is their ability to pass on their expertise and excitement for learning and research to Simpson students.

most of Simpson College’s faculty hold the highest degrees in their fields. They are on the cutting-edge of the latest developments and most recent research in their areas of study.

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Patricia SingerProfessor of Biology


SuCCESSFuL ALumNI

• “All of the classes I took at Simpson helped to prepare me for the work I do.” -Mike Miller ’11, Head of Finance in Liberia for Mary’s Meals.

• “My experiences at Simpson were extremely important in terms of developing my leadership skills and those skills have been my bedrock in terms of my own professional development.”

-Bernard Franklin ’74, Chief Inclusion Officer and Executive Vice President for Membership and Student Athlete Affairs for the NCAA.

• “A liberal arts education exposes you to a lot of different things. It’s not a one-track education. It gives you critical thinking skills.” -Charise Flynn ’04, Chief Operating Officer of Dwolla, one of the hottest tech start-ups in the country.

• “It was the Simpson experience and connections I made during May Terms, internships and campus groups that really got me started. That, to me, was the difference between a good education and a great one.” -Monte Shaw 95, Executive Director, Iowa Renewable Fuels Association.

why are we so confident in saying that Simpson College is a great place for you to achieve academic success? Because our alumni have already proven it. They credit Simpson with giving them the skills and confidence to excel in their careers.

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Dr. Rhonda Dodge ’96Inpatient Unit Medical Director, Blank Children’s Hospital

Monte Shaw ’95Executive Director, Iowa Renewable Fuels Association

Rose Kleyweg Mitchell ’77Senior Vice President of Education & Government Affairs, Hy-Vee, Inc.

Susan Lamb Voss ’76Iowa Insurance Commissioner

Terry Lillis ’77Chief Financial Officer,Principal Financial Group

Charise Carstensen Flynn ’04Chief Operating Officer,Dwolla

Jay Byers ’93Senior Vice President for Government Relations & Public Policy, The Greater Des Moines Partnership


Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Philosophy Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Communication and Media Studies Computer Information Systems

Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics Education English Environmental Science Exercise Science Forensic Science/Biochemistry History Interdisciplinary Studies

International Management International Relations Management Marketing Mathematics Music Music Education Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics

Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Sports Administration Theatre Arts World Language and Culture Studies Art History Coaching Healthcare Administration

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