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ORIENTATION & REGISTRATION GUIDEBOOK FOR TRANSFER INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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• You will have the opportunity to ask questions about your schedule during this meeting. There will also be further opportunities before classes begin on Wednesday, September 6th to review your fall schedule. If appropriate and necessary, changes to your schedule could be made with an academic counselor. Examples of legitimate reasons would include a change of intended major or new placement scores that allow you to be placed in a different course.

HOW DOES ADVISING WORK AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS• As a transfer student you will be assigned to either Chirayu Dongre or David Moore in the Academic Counseling & Support office as your advisor.

• Chirayu and David work primarily with international undergraduate students and will provide you support and assistance as you adjust to the University of St. Thomas.

• When you officially declare your major, typically during sophomore year, you will be assigned to a new advisor who will be a faculty member in your major department.

PREVIOUSLY EARNED COLLEGE CREDITPlease make sure you have sent in an official transcript from the your previous institution showing final grades for all classes sent to St. Thomas at least three weeks prior to attending orientation. Please request transcripts from all universities or colleges you may have attended prior to University of St. Thomas. We also recommend bringing a copy of your transcript(s) with you to orientation. Transcripts should be mailed to:

Office of Admissions, Mail #5017 University of St. Thomas 2115 Summit Ave. St. Paul, MN 55105-1096

If you believe you may have earned credits from A-level coursework, AP (Advanced Placement), or IB (International Baccalaureate) exams, please speak with an academic counselor during orientation. Some of your transfer credits may fulfill core or major requirements. Credits that do not fulfill core or major requirements will come in as elective credits. If you believe some elective credits could indeed fulfill a core or major requirement, please speak with your academic counselor about this right away. They will help you submit a petition to have your the elective credits re-evaluated. This type of petition must be submitted during your first semester here. Transfer course petitions will NOT be considered after your first semester of enrollment at the University of St. Thomas.

ABOUT THE ORIENTATION & REGISTRATION GUIDEThis guide has been created to provide you with information about your fall semester classes. Theclasses/descriptions listed on the following pages are suitable for first-semester transfer students. The guide also presents an overview of the requirements you must fulfill to complete a degree at the University of St. Thomas. Carefully reading this guide is your first academic assignment at University of St. Thomas.

REGISTRATIONWe recognize that you are a unique individual with your own interests both inside and outside of the classroom. As you review this guide you may want to solicit feedback from friends or relatives about your course choices, but please remember that it is important to take ownership of your entire college education, beginning with your O&R experience and the selection of your fall semester classes.

You may have specific ideas about your intended area of study or major. If this is not the case – relax! It is perfectly fine to be undecided about your academic major. The University of St. Thomas offers more than 90 undergraduate areas of study. If you would like to review and explore the entire list, please visit majors and minors.

Most students spend their first year completing courses that fulfill core curriculum requirements, along with some courses that may fulfill potential major requirements and/or career interests. For example, a student hoping to study biology and eventually pursue a career as a health professional (physician, pharmacist, dentist, etc.) might initially enroll in courses like math, biology and chemistry, while a student interested in teaching might begin with a world language, math or science, and theology or English courses. Please see page 16 for sample schedules.

HOW WILL I REGISTER FOR FALL 2017 COURSES?• An academic counselor will register you for your fall 2017 courses based on your intended major. They will take into account any placement scores and previous university-level credits if applicable.

• On Thursday, August 31st you will have an in-person meeting with an academic counselor. During this meeting your fall 2017 class schedule will be presented to you.

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AN OVERVIEW OF A UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS EDUCATIONTo receive a bachelor’s degree from the University of St. Thomas, students must successfully complete a minimum of 132 credits. Most classes are four credits each, so to earn 132 credits students must take 33 courses. Within those 33 courses:

• 13-16 classes will be in the core curriculum

• 9-16 classes will be in your chosen academic major

• Most students will have an opportunity to take elective courses, or some may decide to complete a minor or double major. The staff in the Academic Counseling & Support office is available to assist you in the major/minor decision-making process.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND• Most University of St. Thomas classes are 4 credits. Each credit is a unit of college work, and each unit is equivalent to 50 minutes of class time per week. Most four credit classes meet either three times per week for 65 minute periods, or twice per week for 100 minute periods.

• First-semester students may take up to 17 credits (four regular 4-credit classes, plus a one-credit course like band or choir) without special permission; some students choose to take three classes (12 credits) rather than four classes (16 credits) in their first semester.

• International students are required to be enrolled for at least 12 credits every semester except during J-terms (January terms) and summer terms.

• Enrollment in some classes may require prior completion of a prerequisite, which ensures foundational knowledge in a subject area. Prerequisites may be earned by successful completion of a college class or exam, and permit students to register for the next appropriate course. Specific information about prerequisites is included in course descriptions.

• Many classes at University of St. Thomas are offered every semester, but some courses are only offered once per year (fall semester or spring semester). This information will be noted in the course description.

UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS CORE CURRICULUMThe University of St. Thomas core curriculum, the common liberal arts foundation that makes a University of St. Thomas education distinctive, is organized into nine curricular areas. You will likely be taking one or two core curriculum courses during your first semester at the University of St. Thomas. A sampling of core curriculum courses available to students are listed within this guide. You may have some of these core areas completed with your incoming transfer coursework.

THE NINE AREAS OF THE ST. THOMAS CORE CURRICULUM INCLUDE: LITERATURE & WRITING (2 total courses)

MORAL & PHILOSOPHICAL REASONING (2 total courses)

MATH, SCIENCE & QUANTITATIVE REASONING (3 total courses)

HISTORICAL STUDIES (1 course)

SOCIAL ANALYSIS (1 course)

FINE ARTS (1 course)

FAITH & THE CATHOLIC TRADITION (3 total courses)

LANGUAGE & CULTURE (proficiency through the third semester; 0-3 courses)

HUMAN DIVERSITY (1 course which often overlaps another area of the core or major field)

A student must earn a minimum of 132 credits. Most courses are 4 credits each, for a total of 33 courses. Here is a visual breakdown of those 33 courses:

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LITERATURE & WRITING

The first English course you take at St. Thomas will be determined by your demonstrated level of English proficiency based typically either on your TOEFL or IELTS score, completion of the ELS Language Program, or the St. Thomas English placement test.

St. Thomas requires at least two English classes (8 credits). This requirement develops students’ critical awareness of language by helping them to recognizethe relationship between their own experience and the interpretive possibilities of literature. These courses foster attentive reading, careful thinking and effective writing. Please note that students graduating from the ELS Language Program will be registered for IDSC 180: English as a Second Language. These students will end up taking three English classes (12 credits). If your instructor for IDSC 180 determines during the first week of the semester that you are ready for ENGL 121 instead, then he or she will let you know. The two required core curriculum English courses are ENGL 121 and one out of ENGL 201, 202, 203 or 204. There are reserved sections for both ENGL 121 and the ENGL 200 level for students whose native language is not English.

IDSC 180, English as a Second Language: Special and individual attention to speaking, writing, reading, listening and study skills. For students whose native language is not English and need additional preparation for ENGL 121. This course does not satisfy the Literature and Writing requirement at St. Thomas, but instead serves as a prerequisite for ENGL 121.

ENGL 121, Critical Thinking: Literature and Writing: Students will read and write about literary texts critically and closely. This course emphasizes recursive reading and writing processes that encourage students to discover, explain, question and clarify ideas. Students will study a variety of genres, and will practice various forms of writing for specific audiences and purposes.

ENGL 200, Texts in Conversation (ENGL 201-204): In these courses, students will develop their ability to read and write critically from a variety of perspectives with a different focus. Students will read texts closely and intertextually, understanding them in relationship to one another. These courses emphasize how writing produced in the classroom engages a larger discourse community. Courses include:

Please click here for a list of possible courses.ENGL 201, Perspectives on Genre and CraftENGL 202, Interdisciplinary PerspectivesENGL 203, Thematic and Intertextual PerspectivesENGL 204, Perspectives on Language, Culture and Literacy

Some students will be asked to take an online placement exam to determine if they should take ENGL 110, Intensive Writing, in their first semester. A panel of English faculty will review the exams, and will either recommend that the student take ENGL 110, Intensive Writing, or ENGL 121, Critical Thinking: Literature and Writing. ENGL 110 is offered as a paired course, and is only available to students in their first semester at the University of St. Thomas. Groups of 15 students will take the same section of ENGL 110 with a companion core course: either THEO 101, Christian Theological Tradition or HIST 114, The Modern U. S. in Global Perspective.

ENGL 110, Intensive Writing: The course will provide students with intensive practice in writing, enabling them to adapt to the demands of differing rhetorical contexts. Emphasis is on understanding writing processes and learning to respond thoughtfully to writing at various stages. Critical reading will be practiced as an integral part of the writing process. This course does not satisfy the Literature & Writing requirement. Students must also complete ENGL 121 and an ENGL 200, Texts in Conversation course.

LANGUAGE & CULTUREA sequence of world language study aims to develop students’ skills in using a foreign language in a variety of tasks, including conversing, reading, writing and listening with comprehension. The language is used as the essential vehicle for coming to a deeper understanding of other cultures.

Many international students do not speak English as their native language and so can request a waiver of this requirement. If there is documentation in youradmissions record to show that English is not your native language, this requirement will be automatically waived for you. Those international students that dospeak English as their native language will need to complete this requirement.

University of St. Thomas offers courses in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Latin and Spanish. Students must demonstrate proficiency in a language through the first intermediate level, or third semester of study (211). This may be achieved by completing any one of the following options:

1. Beginning a new language at the University of St. Thomas, and successfully completing three semesters (levels 111, 112, and 211).

2. Continuing a language at the University of St. Thomas you previously studied in high school, through the third semester (level 211). You must take a placement exam to enroll in a language you have previously studied, even if you wish to begin with the first semester of the language (level 111). The University of St. Thomas offers online exams in French, German, Latin, Spanish and Italian. If you haven’t done so already, log on to Murphy Online to access your placement exam links. Please note: If you studied a language other than French, German, Latin,

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Italian or Spanish in high school, call the Modern & Classical Languages department at (651) 962-5150 or (800) 328-6819, Ext. 2-5150, to arrange to take a placement exam.

3. Taking a placement exam and scoring above the third semester (level 211). If you place above the 211 level, you will be asked to complete an additional exam during fall semester to verify your proficiency in the language. Please note that placement above the 211 level will satisfy the Language & Culture core requirement, but will not award credit for language courses.

Note: If English is not your first language or if you are fluent in another language not listed above, you should arrange for a meeting with the chair of the Modern & Classical Languages department.

More information can be found here.

See language requirement waiver on the right-hand side.

MORAL & PHILOSOPHICAL REASONINGWhat am I? How should I live? Philosophers throughout the centuries have pondered these questions which are of decisive importance for the whole of human life. The University of St. Thomas requires two Philosophy courses (8 credits). PHIL 115 is the course available to first-year students.PHIL 115, Philosophy of the Human Person: An examination of fundamental conceptions of the human person in ancient, medieval and modern philosophy. Possible topics include: the existence and immortality of the human soul, free will and determinism, the immateriality of the intellect, the relationship between mind and body, and the relevance of different conceptions of the human person for ethics and religion. Attention is given to relevant issues of human diversity. The development of logical and critical thinking receives special attention.

FAITH & THE CATHOLIC TRADITIONIn every historical period and cultural context, there are fundamental questions that concern human beings: the nature of the universe, the existence and nature of God, the nature of human beings, the relationship of humans to God and to the world, the nature of evil and the possibility of redemption. A sequence of three Theology courses (12 credits) aims to acquaint students with the nature and importance of these questions. THEO 101 is the required course available to first-year students.

THEO 101, The Christian Theological Tradition: This course is designed to acquaint students with the contents of the Bible and with Christian history, especially in the context of the Catholic tradition. Through careful reading of a core of common texts and a variety of written assignments, students are expected to attain a basic understanding of human experience in the light of major areas of theology, including revelation, God, creation, Jesus and the Church.

SOCIAL ANALYSIS University of St. Thomas requires one course (4 credits) in the area of Social Analysis. The goal of this requirement is to ensure that all students develop basic abilities to perform social scientific analyses of patterns of social interactions. The following courses offered for fall semester will fulfill this requirement. Please note: Courses marked with an asterisk will satisfy both the Social Analysis and the Human Diversity requirements.

ECON 251, Principles of Macroeconomics: An introduction to macroeconomics: national income analysis, unemployment, price stability and growth; monetary and fiscal policies; international trade and finance; application of economic theory to current problems. Students should have a math placement of at least MATH 101 and are expected to be able to use high school algebra.

ECON 252, Principles of Microeconomics: An introduction to microeconomics: theory of household (consumer) behavior, theory of the firm market structures, market failures, economic efficiency, factor markets, and income distribution. Students should have a math placement of at least MATH 101 and are expected to be able to use high school algebra.

ENVR 151, Environmental Challenges A study of the interaction of humans and the environment over time and space; a broad introduction that integrates a variety of social-science perspectives into an understanding of the environment and the relations between humans and nature. Specific topics include ecology, population, economic development, resources and sustainable development.

*GEOG 111, Human Geography: This course explores the effects of social, economic, environmental, political and demographic change from a geographic perspective. It introduces students to a broad range of topics, including the effects of population growth, human impact on the environment, economic development and globalization.

*GEOG 113, World Geography: A country-by-country study of the world. The goal of this course is to emphasize whatever best explains the character of each country. This may be population, economics, resources or any aspect of nature or humanity that gives an insightful understanding of each country.

POLS 104, American Government in Comparative Perspective: An introduction to the concepts basic to an understanding of politics and government with an emphasis on the political systems of the United States. A comparative examination of political processes, decision-making institutions and policy issues relevant to the contemporary world. An introduction to basic research methods used in the discipline.

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PSYC 111, General Psychology: An introduction to the research questions, concepts, theories, methods and findings of psychological science. Although the selection varies with instructor, topics include brain function, psychological testing, sensation and perception, cognition (learning, memory, language), states of consciousness, motivation, human development, personality, origins and treatments of disorders, social behavior, stress and health, and applied psychology (workplace, community, environment).

*SOCI 100, Introduction to Sociology: Introduction to the concepts, theories, methods and applications of the scientific study of society and social concerns. Enables students to understand the connections between the individual and larger social and cultural forces. Heightens awareness of the diversity of American and other societies.

*SOCI 110, Social Problems: Contemporary society is confronted with a number of serious problems that are often global in their impact. This course explores the causes, effects, and proposed solutions to some of these major social issues. Special attention is given to issues of inequality (such as racism, sexism and poverty) and problems in core institutions (such as family violence, unequal educational opportunities and unemployment).

FINE ARTSThe University of St. Thomas requires one course (4 credits) in the area of Fine Arts; students may also fulfill this requirement by participating in four semesters of any one of the music ensembles. This requirement aims to enhance students’ understanding of and appreciation for one or more of the fine arts (art, music or theater). The following courses fulfill this requirement and are offered in the fall semester. Please note: Courses marked with an asterisk will satisfy both the Fine Arts and the Human Diversity requirements.

*ARTH 110, Introduction to Art History: Through a series of case studies, this course examines the importance of art as cultural expression across time and from a global perspective. In each course section, students will analyze the style, subject and patronage of works of art, and will explore art’s relationship to religion, ideology, society and economy, gender roles, and the interaction of cultures. Case studies will include architecture, sculpture, painting and other arts, such as ceramics, textiles and photography.

FILM 200, Introduction to Film Studies: Introduces students to film analysis, providing the basic tools to understand, appreciate and analyze the technical and aesthetic dimensions of film and to understand how these elements come together to create meaning. The course will focus on specific filmmaking techniques, provide a brief overview of film history and introduce students to the concepts of genre, ideology and style.

MUSC 115, Understanding Music and Culture: This course explores the classics of European and American music in their historical, cultural and social contexts. It will investigate the many ethnic, religious, political, philosophical, economic and scientific influences that have shaped these traditions. This course is designed to enable students, regardless of musical background or ability, to increase their understanding of music. The listening skill and knowledge acquired will provide a foundation for students to become more critical and discerning listeners of music of all types.

*MUSC 130, World Music: This course studies the phenomenon of music as an activity in peoples’ lives. Models will be presented to provide a context in which music serves as part of larger social ritual. The music of selected cultures such as Africa, the Middle East, China, Japan, India, Native American and American popular music in addition to European classical music will be covered.

*MUSC 162, Roots of Blues, Rock, Country: This course traces the development of American popular music from its roots through multiple genres such as minstrelsy, jazz, big band, swing, crooning, jump blues, gospel, rhythm and blues, country, western, folk/protest and rock ‘n’ roll, concluding with the British Invasion. Popular music development is critically examined through four interrelated driving forces: identity (ethnicity, gender, culture, generation), centers vs. peripheries (the established vs. the innovative), technology (impact on musical performance and listening) and business/law (commercial competition and development). Multimedia presentations include extensive audio and video support.

*MUSC 216, Jazz in America: The origins and history of jazz in the United States. Blues, ragtime, Dixieland, swing, bop, cool jazz, fusion, as well as other recent developments in jazz performances are investigated. An essential part of the course is the analysis and evaluation of recorded performances by outstanding jazz musicians.

THTR 111, Introduction to the Theater: Foundation in theater and drama for the non-major, beginning student; orientation to the dramatic tradition through consideration of plays and playwrights from the Greeks to the present; history of theatrical customs, traditions and conventions as they affect modern stage design, acting, directing, costumes, make-up and criticism. Experience in seeing and analyzing play productions and in producing a play.

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Students may also satisfy the Fine Arts requirement by participating in one of the eight music ensembles listed below (1 credit per semester, students must take 4 semesters to complete the Fine Arts requirement):

MUSN 140, Donne Unite (Women’s Chorus)MUSN 142, Chamber SingersMUSN 143, Liturgical ChoirMUSN 160, Concert ChoirMUSN 173, Guitar EnsembleMUSN 181, OrchestraMUSN 185, Symphonic BandMUSN 186, Symphonic Wind Ensemble HISTORICAL STUDIESThe University of St. Thomas requires one course (4 credits) in History. This requirement aims to increase students’ knowledge of the history of the modern world and its origins, historical methods and analysis, ethics issues of historians, as well as to raise awareness of diversity within human history and the importance of intercultural learning. Please note: The course marked with an asterisk will satisfy both the Historical Studies and Human Diversity requirements. Fall semester choices include:

HIST 112, The Modern World Since 1550: Sixteenth century European foundation and expansion throughout the world down to the end of the twentieth century. This course examines the resulting breakthroughs in communication and cultural exchanges between Western civilization and the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Emphasis is placed on the emergence of an interdependent global civilization.

HIST 113, Early America in a Global Perspective: Social, political, cultural and economic history of the peoples of North America from the European-American encounter through the aftermath of the U.S. Civil War. Special emphasis is given to the relation of minority groups (African Americans, American Indians, Hispanic peoples, European immigrants, etc.) to the dominant culture. Major themes include: colonization, slavery, revolution, nation building, territorial expansion, industrialization, reform movements, nativism, sectionalism and the Civil War.

HIST 114, The Modern U. S. in Global Perspective: Social, political, cultural and economic history of the peoples of the United States from the Reconstruction period following the Civil War to the present. Special emphasis is given to the relation of racial minorities, ethnic groups and immigrants to the dominant culture, and to the changing role of the U.S. within its larger global context. Major themes include: Reconstruction, domestic and overseas expansion, industrialization, racism and nativism, world wars, cold war, movements of liberation and reform, and other contemporary issues. Offered fall semester only.

HIST 115, The World Since 1900: This course is an introduction to the history of the world since 1900. Students will learn about the historical processes that led to the emergence of an interdependent world in the 21st century. Topics will include: the establishment of Europe’s world hegemony in the years leading up to World War I, the internal conflicts which beset European civilization in the years between the wars, in particular, the rise of communism and fascism and the world economic crisis of the 1930’s which pushed Europe and Asia toward World War II. Students will also examine the character of the world order that emerged after 1945, the origins of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, and the problems of some of the nations newly emerging from colonial domination. Finally, we discuss the role of religion and international politics in the Middle East.

* HIST 116, African American History in Global Perspective: An introductory social history survey of African-American experience in global perspective. This course will cover developments from the beginnings of the trans-Atlantic slave trade through the present. Topics include: West African cultures; origins of the international slave trade; African American life in the colonies and during the Revolution; development of slavery in global comparative perspective; resistance to slavery; the role of African Americans in the Civil War and Reconstruction eras; Jim Crow culture; African American culture; migration; black nationalism and independent Africa; the freedom movements of the North and South; and African American popular culture.

HIST 118, Middle East and North Africa: This course will introduce students to the history and cultures of the Middle East and North Africa with special attention to the impact of successive Islamic movements that shaped the modern-day political system of Islam and that continues to inform their interactions with Europe and the West today. The organizing theme of the course is “Contact and Change,” which will afford an opportunity to examine two of the principal challenges facing historians: accounting for change and understanding people and societies separated from us by space and time.

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NATURAL SCIENCE & MATHEMATICAL & QUANTITATIVE REASONING The University of St. Thomas requires three courses (12 credits) in the areas of natural science with a laboratory component, mathematics and quantitative reasoning. In addition to one math and one science course, all University of St. Thomas students must choose a third course (4 credits) in Math, Science or Quantitative Reasoning (many majors require Statistics, STAT 220). Details about these requirements are below.

MATHEMATICS

The University of St. Thomas requires at least one math course (4 credits). Your initial math placement is based on your math ACT sub-score. Students may register for the math course at the level listed or any course below that level. Some students are interested in studying academic areas that require higher levels of math than their ACT math sub-score allows them to take. In this case, students can attempt to place higher than their original placement by taking a mathematics placement exam. If you have AP, IB or PSEO math credits, or if you have any questions about your math placement, please contact Academic Counseling & Support at (651) 962-6300 or (800) 328-6819, Ext. 2-6300. Also note: Please review the “Major Field Considerations” towards the back of this guide for specific information about majors and math requirements.

MATH 005, Basic Math Skills I: The objective of this course is to provide background knowledge necessary for students to place into MATH 006, MATH 100 or MATH 101; it serves as a prerequisite for these courses. Topics covered include real numbers, operations with real numbers, first degree equations and inequalities, Cartesian coordinate system and lines, linear functions, and problem solving. This non-credit course will meet for the first half of Fall or Spring semesters. Please keep in mind that although this course is zero credits, there is homework expected for the course. This course does not satisfy the core requirement in Natural Science and Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning.

MATH 006, Basic Math Skills II: The objective of this course is to provide background knowledge necessary for students to place into MATH 108. This course serves as a prerequisite for MATH 108. Topics covered include polynomials, rational expressions, exponents and radicals, quadratic equations, and problem solving. This non-credit course will meet for the second half of Fall or Spring semesters. Please keep in mind that although this course is zero credits, there is homework expected for the course. This course does not satisfy the core requirement in Natural Science and Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MATH 005 or a satisfactory score on the mathematics placement examination.

MATH 100, Mathematical Sampler: This survey of basic mathematical concepts includes both modern and historical perspectives. Emphasis is on the development and appreciation of mathematical ideas and their relationship to other disciplines. Topics include, among others: mathematical problem-solving, set theory, graph theory, an introduction to randomness, counting and probability, statistics and data exploration, measurement and symmetry, and recursion. This course satisfies the core curriculum requirement for mathematics and is appropriate for majors within the humanities (such as English and Philosophy). [You must score a 20 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or receive the appropriate score on the math placement exam in order to enroll in this course.]

MATH 101, Finite Mathematics: Elementary set theory, linear equations and matrices, linear programming, finite probability, applications primarily in business and the social sciences. [You must score a 20 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or receive the appropriate score on the math placement exam in order to enroll in this course.]

MATH 108, Calculus with Review I: The first course of a two-course sequence designed to integrate introductory calculus material with the algebraic and trigonometric topics necessary to support that study. Review topics include: number systems, basic algebra, functions, Cartesian coordinate system and graphing. Calculus topics include limits, continuity, derivatives for algebraic functions, applications of derivatives and more graphing. This course is intended only for students planning to take MATH 109, Calculus with Review II and does not satisfy the Mathematics requirement in the core curriculum. [You must score a 23 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or receive the appropriate score on the math placement exam in order to enroll in this course.]

MATH 111, Calculus for Business and Social Science: An introductory course in calculus with motivation and examples drawn from business and the social sciences whenever possible. Does not include the calculus of trigonometric functions. Not appropriate for science majors. [You must score a 25 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or receive the appropriate score on the math placement exam in order to enroll in this course.]

MATH 113, Calculus I: An introductory course in limits, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions of one real variable; applications primarily used in the natural sciences. [You must score a 28 or higher on the math portion of the ACT or receive the appropriate score on the math placement exam in order to enroll in this course.]

MATH 114, Calculus II: Techniques of integration; applications of integration; infinite series; parametric/polar equations. Prerequisite: college Calculus I, or a score of 3 or higher in AP Calculus AB.

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NATURAL & PHYSICAL SCIENCESSt. Thomas requires at least one science course with a laboratory (4 credits).

NON-SCIENCE MAJORS may choose from the following courses during fall semester:

BIOL 101, General Biology: Emphasizing biology as a creative, investigative process and its relevance in today’s world, this course provides an overview of cell biology, genetics, physiology, and human impact on the environment. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to biology majors or pre-professional students.

BIOL 102, Conservation Biology: An introduction to the basic concepts of conservation biology, including the history of conservation, the value of biological diversity, threats to biodiversity, conservation at the population, species and community levels, and applications to human activities. Labs will emphasize data collection and analysis, and the practical application of conservation practices. Not open to biology majors.

BIOL 198, Genetics in Popular Culture: Genetics is a rapidly evolving field of science that is continually changing the face of medicine, agriculture and environmental health. Because of advancements in this field, it has gained a prominent role in many popular television shows, movies and books. In this course, students will explore this area of science by learning about the basic principles of genetics, modern technologies and practices, and its societal applications and implications through the lens of popular culture. Two laboratory hours per week. Not open to biology majors or students who have completed BIOL 101, BIOL 105 or BIOL 106.

CHEM 100, Chemistry in Our World: An introduction to chemistry and its applications to modern society and personal life. The chemistry studied includes the structure of matter, elements and compounds, chemical bonding, reactions, energy changes and an introduction to organic chemistry. The course emphasis is on the relevance of chemistry in everyday life, and the applications studied will include various topics such as environmental problems, energy resources, chemistry and health, and consumer chemistry. Offered fall semester only.

GEOL 111, Introduction to Physical Geology: A study of the Earth’s properties; the formation and classification of minerals, rocks, ore deposits and fuels; and the nature and origin of the Earth’s surface and interior. Emphasis will be placed upon a changing Earth, and the geologic processes operating at the surface and in the interior.

GEOL114, Science of Natural Disasters: This introductory geology course focuses on how and why natural disasters occur, as well as on their effects and how scientists study them. The course will examine internal and external earth processes and in particular how these processes impact humans. Course emphases will be

upon the principles underlying natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, floods, coastal processes, and extinctions. We will use case studies of recent and historic events to understand these natural processes. Please note that students who receive credit for GEOL 114 may not receive credit for GEOL 102, 110, 111, or 115.

GEOL 115, Environmental Geology: This course emphasizes the interactions between humans and their environment, focusing on those processes and issues that are fundamentally geological in nature. Early in the course, students will be introduced to basic geosciences concepts and principles, the scientific method, plate tectonics and Earth materials (rocks and minerals). The remainder of the course will focus on specific topics at the interface between humans and their environment, including volcanic and earthquake hazard, human impacts on the hydrological cycle, surface and groundwater contamination, climate and the carbon cycle, nuclear waste storage, soil erosion and non-renewable resources.

PHYS 104, Astronomy: Introduction to physical principles and their application to astronomy for non-science majors. Emphasis is on comprehension of ideas and principles. Topics include the motions of the sun, moon, stars and planets; properties of the solar system; the stars including giants, dwarfs, pulsars and black holes; nebulae, galaxies and quasars; cosmology and life.

SCIENCE MAJORS AND STUDENTS WITH A HEALTH PROFESSION INTEREST (i.e. pre-med, pre-physical therapy, etc.) choose from the following courses:

BIOL 207, Genetics, Ecology, Evolution: A consideration of the mechanisms of heredity, evolution, population genetics and population ecology emphasizing hypothesis testing, case studies, and quantitative and experimental approaches to population biology. Topics include: Mendelian genetics, genetic mapping, population genetics, selection theory and the process of adaptation, speciation, macroevolution and phylogenetics, and the growth and regulation of populations. Laboratory work emphasizes techniques for data analysis, including computer simulation and modeling. Three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Co-enrollment in or previous credit for CHEM 111 or CHEM 115.

CHEM 111, General Chemistry: This course, together with CHEM 112, provides a two-semester introduction to chemistry. Topics include atomic structure, molecular structure, chemical bonding, the periodic table, states of matter, reaction types, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, intermolecular forces and properties of the common elements and their ions in aqueous solution. Four laboratory hours per week. Offered fall and spring semesters. Prerequisite: Math placement at 108 or above and CHEM placement at 111 or above (if you have not yet taken the chemistry exam, you can access it through Murphy Online).

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CHEM 115, Accelerated General Chemistry: A one semester general chemistry class that blends significant topics from CHEM 111 and 112 for very strong students interested in majoring in science or engineering. Approximately one-third of the course content is drawn from CHEM 111 with the balance coming from CHEM 112. Topics include atomic theory, stoichiometry, gas laws and phases of matter, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry and descriptive chemistry. Four laboratory hours per week. Appropriate placement on the chemistry exam is required (if you have not yet taken the chemistry exam, you can access it through Murphy Online).

Offered fall semester only.

GEOL 111, Introduction to Physical Geology: (see description on page 9)

GEOL 115, Environmental Geology: (see description on page 9)

PHYS 111, Introduction to Classical Physics: This course and its continuation, PHYS 112, are intended for physical science, mathematics and pre-engineering students. The principles of classical mechanics: vectors, kinematics, particle and rigid body rotational dynamics and statics; conservation laws; fluid mechanics. Students must have completed MATH 113 or its equivalent before enrolling in PHYS 111.

HUMAN DIVERSITY The University of St. Thomas requires one course (4 credits) in the area of Human Diversity. Courses fulfilling this requirement focus on one or more of the following areas of inquiry: racial and ethnic minorities; class; gender; marginalized groups; and non-Western culture. To satisfy this requirement during your first semester at St. Thomas, you may take ARTH 110, GEOG 111, GEOG 113, HIST 116, HIST 119, MUSC 130, MUSC 162, MUSC 216, SOCI 100 or SOCI 110. Please note that each of the above courses will also satisfy another core curriculum requirement. Additional courses you might choose to satisfy the Human Diversity requirement in fall 2017 are ACST 200, JPST 250, and WMST 205.

ACST 200, Introduction to American Culture and Difference: In ACST 200, students learn about the historical and theoretical foundations of Cultural Studies as an academic discipline and use cultural theory to analyze a variety of cultural products and representations. Students look specifically at dominant and subversive constructions of gender, race, ethnicity, national and sexual identities, and how these constructions are deployed through cultural practices and productions such as sports, film and television, music, folklore and popular culture.

JPST 250, Introduction to Justice and Peace Studies: Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history and literature.

WMST 205, Foundations in Women’s StudiesThis multi-disciplinary course is designed to raise awareness of women’s status and women’s diversity; to critically examine disciplines and social practices through the lens of feminist theory; to recover past achievements of women and survey the work that women do now; to expand perspectives; and to provide a basis for critical evaluation of future learning.

AQUINAS SCHOLARS PROGRAM The purpose of the Aquinas Scholars program is to provide opportunities for academically advanced students to deepen and enrich their undergraduate education. During their first and second years, Aquinas Scholars take a minimum of four honors sections of the core curriculum requirements. Honors sections are limited to 20 students and emphasize in-depth discussion and analysis. During their third and fourth years, Aquinas Scholars enroll in a minimum of three interdisciplinary honors seminars that are team-taught by faculty from two different departments. In addition, the program sponsors a variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. All students are eligible to apply to the Aquinas Scholars Program. A committee of students and faculty reviews the applications. The most important part of the application is the essay, which must show evidence of intellectual curiosity and academic excellence. Although there are no absolute entrance standards, Aquinas Scholars typically have a high school rank of at least the 96th percentile, a high school grade point average of at least 3.8, and a combined SAT of at least 1200 or an ACT composite of at least 28.

All first-year students admitted into the Aquinas Scholars Program will be required to take an honors section of THEO 101 The Christian Theological Tradition. Some Aquinas Scholars enroll in a second honors section during their first term at St. Thomas. Fall semester options are: ARTH 110, CHEM 115 (placement required); ENGL 203 (placement required), MATH 200

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Multivariable Calculus (pre-requisite required), COJO 100, POLS 104, or PSYC 111. If you are interested in applying to the Aquinas Scholars Program, contact: Mail #4303, 2115 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 or (651) 962-6122 or (800) 328-6819, Ext. 2-6122.

STUDY ABROAD It’s never too early to add study abroad to your four-year plan! Students can choose from over 100 different programs in 50-plus countries. Program duration varies (academic year, semester, summer or January term) and study abroad experiences can be customized to allow students to complete internships, participate in service learning, in-depth research or field-based study. All while fulfilling major, minor or core requirements! No matter what option you choose, you’ll gain valuable skills that can give you an edge in any career field and make you more marketable after graduation. Grants, loans and scholarships can often travel with you – making study abroad comparable to being on campus. Find out more! Contact the Office of Study Abroad at (651) 962-6450 or find us in Murray-Herrick 212. More information and program options are available at stthomas.edu/studyabroad. First-year students should consider three programs designed just for you: The Rome CORE Sstthomas.edu/livinglearningcommunities/http://studyabroad.stthomas.edu/

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-professional is a category for students who intend to enter a professional school after graduating with their bachelor’s degree. It is important to understand that pre-professional programs are not academic majors; they are directional paths of study intended to prepare undergraduates for a specific industry or career such as health or law.

While there is no preferred or “right” undergraduate major for students interested in health professions such as medicine, dentistry or pharmacy, many students tend to naturally gravitate toward academic majors in the sciences. Professional schools recommend that students select an academic major in which they have the most interest and aptitude. As such, other types of majors, including those in social science and humanities, are equally suitable. More information can be found in the course catalog.

MAJOR FIELD CONSIDERATIONS University of St. Thomas offers more than 90 majors. Major field courses often fulfill core curriculum requirements. For example, all St. Thomas students must take PHIL 115, Philosophy of the Human Person. PHIL 115 is also the first required course for a major in Philosophy. There are several majors in the sciences and in music in which certain courses must be taken in a particular order to stay in sequence and allow for the most efficient graduation timeline. The academic majors that include sequenced courses beginning in a student’s first semester at St. Thomas are listed below. Please note these important enrollment recommendations if you are considering any of these academic majors.

BIOLOGY AND PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS:(Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, etc.): BIOL 207 and CHEM 111 or CHEM 115. Students with a math placement of 111 or 108 should also plan to take MATH 108 in the fall.

BUSINESS: During your first two years you will berequired to take BUSN 200, ECON 251, ECON 252, STAT220, and a MATH course (most businessmajors take MATH 101, finance majors must take a calculus course either MATH 108 and 109, 111 or 113). If you are interested in International Business, you should consider enrolling in language courses. Several tracks in business require a communications course, often COJO 100 which is open to first year students in the fall semester.

COJO100, Public Speaking: Preparation, presentation, and evaluation of original speeches by each student throughout the semester; special emphasis given to selecting and researching topics, organizing evidence, analyzing audiences, sharpening style and tone, communicating ethically and listening critically. This course is designed for students who are not pursuing a Communication and Journalism major.

STAT 220, Statistics I: Introductory applied statistics. Work environment: population, sampling frame, random sample, type of variables and studies. Descriptive statistics: collecting, displaying, summarizing, and interpreting data to extract information. Probability: relative frequency definition of probability, conditional probability, independence, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distribution and probability density, binomial, normal, standard normal, t, chi-square and F distributions. Inferential statistics: sampling distribution of the sample mean and sample proportion, central limit theorem, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for one and two means and one and two proportions. Basic applications: tests of independence, analysis of variance and linear regression. A statistical package must be used as tool. This course fulfills the third course in natural Science and Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning requirement in the core curriculum. Prerequisites: Math placement at level of MATH 111 or above.

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BUSN 200 Business Learning Through Service: (LLC, see page 12 for details) This experiential, student-designed course is required of all undergraduate students in the Opus College of Business - both majors and minors. The course embodies the Statement of Purpose of the university to “develop morally responsible individuals who combine career competency...while fostering in the student a tradition of service to the public welfare.” The learning objectives include: 1) providing students the opportunity to experience the necessary partnerships between and among healthy, vital communities and healthy, vital businesses; 2) stretching beyond their current comfort zones, especially in terms of being involved with people different from themselves; 3) providing direct service to a nonprofit while meeting individually established personal learning objectives; and 4) exploring the business dynamics of non-profit organizations. In addition to the 40 hours of service and four class meetings, students will maintain an online journal of their reflections and learnings, and present a final-reflection creative learning project to their classmates. 0 Credits.

CATHOLIC STUDIES: CATH 101, The Search for Happiness: Provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one’s self and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, “What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?”

CHEMISTRY: CHEM 111 or CHEM 115 and either MATH 108 or MATH 113.

COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM: COJO 111, Intro to COJO I: This is the first of a two-course sequence that introduces students to essential skills of the communication and journalism discipline. Students will develop skills to communicate thoughtfully, professionally and ethically with a variety of public audiences. Essential writing and public speaking skills are paired so that students master a writing style and then convert that writing to an oral presentation, or vice versa. Students learn how to appropriately and effectively speak and write to academic, professional and citizen audiences.

COMPUTER SCIENCE: MATH 108 and 109 or 113; and CISC 131. Computer Science majors also take STAT 220.

CISC 131, Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving: This course is designed for students with majors in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences and focuses on logical thinking, the design and implementation of algorithms in a procedural language, testing, correctness and the use of common programming structures such as arrays. In addition, basic machine concepts are covered including hardware organization and representation of information in the machine. The typical student will be adept at using the computer but will have no prior programming experience. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 108 or higher.

CIVIL ENGINEERING: MATH 113, ENGR 171 or CISC 130, and ENGR 160.

ENGR 160, Surveying: (1 credit) Introduction to surveying including the identification of distances, elevations and angles. Construction staking. Calculations including earthwork, closure. Introduction and applications of GIS and GPS.

COMPUTER ENGINEERING: MATH 113, ENGR 150, CISC 130, and ENGR 230 Digital Design.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: MATH 113 and ENGR 150 and CISC 130.

ENGR 230, Digital Design Introduction to the design of digital logic. Topics include Boolean logic, design and optimization of combinational and sequential logic, the use of programmable logic devices, logic hazards, electronic implementation of logic gates. Students will be expected to specify, design, simulate, construct, and test digital circuits and document all phases of the process.

ENGR 150, Intro to Engineering: (1 credit) This course introduces students to engineering fields, practicing engineers and hands-on engineering work. As they become acquainted with engineering occupations and experience their potential for creativity and fun, students will understand the value and applications of the required curriculum and be motivated and stimulated to pursue further engineering studies.

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CISC 130, Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving in the Sciences: Introduction to problem solving with computers, using programming languages common to science and engineering disciplines; logical thinking, design and implementation of algorithms; and basic programming structures. Introduction to hardware and software: how computers acquire, store, process and output information; how computer systems are designed, programmed and tested. Students will use both a scientific programming language and an application package designed to implement programming features at a level more accessible to non-programmers. Placement into MATH 108 or higher.

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION: Requires additional lab sciences and social analysis; we recommend taking, CHEM 100, PHYS 101 or GEOL 111 in the fall, as well as PSYC 111, SOCI 100, POLS 104 or GEOG 113.

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES:ENVR 151, Environmental Sustainability: A study of the interaction of humans and the environment over time and space. This broad introduction integrates a variety of social-science perspectives into an understanding of the environment and the relations between humans and nature. Specific topics include ecology, population, economic development, resources and sustainable development.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: MATH 113 and ENGR 150 and ENGR 171 or CISC 130.

ENGR 171, Engineering Graphics: Through a combination of lectures, hands-on computer lab time, and design projects, students will learn to read and create engineering drawings, and use computer-aided design (CAD) terminology and technology. Topics covered will include the engineering design process, rapid prototyping, principles of projection and introductory methods of representation and constructive geometry.

MUSIC: MUSC 113 with lab; 140; 001; lessons and ensemble appropriate to instrument/voice. All Music majors should take music theory and corresponding labs, music media, convocation hour, lessons and an ensemble in the fall. Contact the Music department at (651) 962-5850 or (800) 328-6819, Ext. 2-5850 to discuss the logistics related to auditions for required ensembles.

NEUROSCIENCE: BIOL 207 and CHEM 111 or CHEM 115.

PHYSICS: MATH 108 or 113; students who have completed the equivalent of MATH 113 should register for MATH 114 (Calculus II), and PHYS 111.

PSYCHOLOGY: PSYC 111; MATH 101 or 111 or 113. If you have questions about course requirements for a specific major, please call Academic Counseling & Support at (651) 962-6300 or (800) 328-6819, Ext. 2-6300.

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