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Social Sciences

Criminal JustiCe

english language and literature

human serviCes

interdisCiplinary studies

psyChology

publiC history

theatre and media performanCe

stevenson university

COMPLEX PROBLEMS. DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES. CREATIVE SOLUTIONS.

That is the motto of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University, and it represents our unique way of viewing—and learning about—life and the world.

We offer our students a wide range of possibilities, experiences, and opportunities while maintaining Stevenson University’s commitment to small classes, individualized attention, and career preparation. Because of the broad experience and intellectual diversity of our dedicated faculty, our students learn about everything from theatre and creative writing through the humanities to the scientific study of individuals and society. Through intellectual analysis and hands-on practice, our students obtain the skills to meet the ever-changing challenges of life and career, make lifelong choices, and forge their best futures.

Our programs encourage students to learn outside the confines of their chosen disciplines as well as outside the classroom. Graduates of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences are marked by a desire to question, take risks, and develop and apply solutions. We offer an environment that stimulates inquiry, exploration, and evaluation to the student who appreciates the possibilities that broad learning offers. Our graduates’ careers, like their studies, vary across fields as they pursue interests and goals that fire their imaginations.

Students in The School of Humanities and Social Sciences learn not just how to do but also why they do. We look forward to you becoming an important part of The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University.

Jim Salvucci, Ph.D.Dean, The School of Humanities and Social Sciences

message from the dean

James G. salvucci, Ph.D.dean, the school of humanities and social sciences and professor, english; b.a., bard College; m.a., Queens College, the City university of new york; ph.d., university of toronto.

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statement of purposeThe School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University is a scholarly community open to diverse frames of meaning, modes of inquiry and application, and methodological processes in studying the individual, groups, human productions, and social behavior and conditions. The School unites the broadest range of liberal arts with personal reflection and career development. It cultivates and abides by the habits of ethical performance and the use of critical and creative thinking to foster lifelong learning and to solve local and global problems significant to humanists and social scientists.

programs of studyWe offer the following bachelor’s degree programs:

» Criminal Justice» English Language and Literature» Human Services» Interdisciplinary Studies» Psychology » Public History» Theatre and Media Performance

the sChool of humanities and soCial sCienCes: at a glanCe

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Career at a glanCestevenson is proud of its recent graduates and what they have accomplished. their success is reflected in the places where they have progressed to study and work.

Graduate School CatholiC university of ameriCa

eastern university

georgetown university

Johns hopkins university

howard university

loyola marymount university

mCdaniel College

morgan state university

st. John’s College

st. mary’s College

towson university

university of baltimore

university of ChiCago

university of delaware

university of maryland

university of maryland sChool of soCial work

employmentCriminal JustiCe

aerotek

baltimore poliCe department

national seCurity agenCy

english language and literature

agora press

atlantiC books

baltimore City publiC sChools

baltimore County publiC sChools

Carroll County publiC sChools

Community College of baltimore County

glass health

harford County government

ittti Japan

maryland publiC television

stevenson university

wyCliffe translators

human serviCes

baltimore City healthy start

baltimore County Crisis response, inC.


CatholiC Charities

Club symmetry

Columbia addiCtions Center

developmental disabilities

division of CorreCtions

eastern avenue health

frizzera, berlin, & Collerius, mds

kennedy krieger high sChool

kolmaC CliniC

planned parenthood of maryland

sheppard pratt health system

target Community & eduCational serviCes

teaCh for ameriCa

the baltimore montessori

university of maryland mediCal Center

interdisCiplinary studies

bank of ameriCa

baltimore orioles

bell nursery

Capital one

Continental realty Corporation

fbi

graCe united learning Center

howard County reC & parks

Johns hopkins bayview

kennedy krieger institute

maryland Coalition of families for Children’s mental health

offiCe of employment development


soCial seCurity administration

st. Joseph mediCal Center

towson university

under armour, inC.

psyChology

adams hanover Counseling Center

arChbishop Curley high sChool


Case management serviCes, inC.

Celebree learning Center

Children aChieving maximum potential

forbush sChool


main street mobile treatment and mental health Center

mosaiC Community serviCes

mount st. Joseph high sChool

murthy law firm

national institute on aging



st. elizabeth’s sChool

teksystems

trellis serviCes, inC.

u.s. Census bureau

publiC history

agora finanCial

arChbishop Curley high sChool

baltimore museum of industry

Cousil, baradel, kosmerl, nolan p.a.

historiC ships of baltimore


m.a.f. & assoCiates


theatre and media performanCe

as a new program, theatre and media performance does not yet have graduates. please see the theatre and media performance page for more information.

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The criminal justice program at Stevenson is committed to education, research, and public service. Students benefit from a state-of-the-art education focused on a comprehensive and critical understanding of the criminal justice system and the society in which it functions. Students examine the broad questions of how justice is administered in American society and globally as well as confront the fundamental issues of criminal justice.

Within The School of Humanities and Social Sciences, faculty members prepare students for criminal justice careers or post-graduate work. The faculty advances research in teaching, assessment, and the knowledge base of the field of criminal justice as well as policy implications. Faculty expertise also assists criminal justice and social service agencies in the greater metropolitan Baltimore area in applied research, policy development, training, and planned change to meet the social and technological challenges of the 21st century.

criminal Justice

Facultyhamin D. shabazzChair and associate professor, Criminal Justice; b.s., widener university; m.p.a., university of michigan; d.p.a., university of baltimore

FreDerick bealeFelD iiidistinguished professional in Criminal Justice and instructor

emmanuelle klossouassistant professor, Criminal Justice; b.a., hartwick College; m.s., northeastern university

Geetha suresh associate professor, Criminal Justice; b.a., m.a., madras university, india; m.p.h., bharathiar university, india; ph.d., university of louisville

katie l. swoPeassistant professor, Criminal Justice; b.a., slippery rock university of pennsylvania; m.a. ph.d., indiana university of pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science

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tori Graham ‘12Criminal Justice

“i did an internship with

the national prosecuting

authority in south africa

as part of a study abroad

experience with the criminal

justice program. we went

on tours of the forensic

labs, police stations, and

rape clinic as well as

prisons where i was able to

interview a few inmates.

i even had the honor of

interviewing a number of

prestigious judges.”

of the trip, tori adds, “i

can’t forget to mention the

three-day safari. i got to pet

a king cheetah! how cool

is that?”

the program pledges to:» Provide a state-of-the-art curriculum and educational environment.

» Foster the talent development of students, faculty, and staff.

» Integrate technology into the curriculum including web-enhanced instruction.

» Promote each student’s capacity for self-directed, lifelong learning.

» Ensure learner-centeredness in order to maximize learning.

» Enhance quality through a commitment to continuous improvement.

» Reinforce the value of service to the community.

» Develop ongoing partnerships and collaboration with criminal justice agencies.

» Expand placement opportunities of graduates.

» Inspire a sense of pride in being an alumnus or alumna of the criminal justice program at Stevenson University.

extraCurriCular aCtivities in Criminal JustiCe» The Criminal Justice Honor Society – Mu Psi is Stevenson University’s chapter of the National

Criminal Justice Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma. Alpha Phi Sigma is the only national criminal justice honor society for criminal justice majors. The society recognizes academic excellence by undergraduate students of criminal justice.

» The Criminal Justice Student Association is a student organization dedicated to providing hands-on education and experience in the criminal justice field. All declared criminal justice majors are automatically enrolled.

Criminal JustiCe study abroad programStevenson University’s Criminal Justice Study Abroad Program engages students in global awareness through international study in South Africa. Please see the Beyond the Classroom page of this brochure to learn more and see a photo from the program.

a samPlinG oF courses in criminal Justice

american Courts & the Criminal Justice systems

Comparative Criminal Justice systems

Corrections

Criminal Justice internship

Criminal law & procedure

Criminology

ethical issues in Criminal Justice

introduction to Criminal Justice

law enforcement

research methods in Criminal Justice

the Juvenile Justice system

common careers For criminal Justice maJors

correctionS/Security Corrections Counselor

Corrections supervisor

Correction treatment specialist

security officer

law enForcement/ inveStiGationClaims adjuster

deputy sheriff

federal agent

(fbi, dea, dhs, iCe, etc.)

forensic investigator

fraud investigator

parole/probation officer

police officer

private detective

leGal/courtS bailiffs

Court administrator

lawyer

legal assistant

paralegal

police officer

pretrial officer

Social ServiceSCaseworker

Counselor

Child protective services agent

substance abuse specialist

victim services Counselor

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rachel martinez ‘12english language and

literature

“the best part of being

an english major, in my

opinion, is the exposure to

a wide variety of literature.

i was given the chance to

read and study amazing

works, which in turn helped

strengthen my interpreting

and analyzing skills,” says

rachel.

while at stevenson, rachel

interned as an editorial

assistant and Contributing

writer for maryland public

television where she

continued working upon

graduation.

proseworks & speCtrum

Proseworks, the university’s online journal, embraces the realms of fiction and creative nonfiction, including memoir, biography, nature and science writing, travel writing, and the many hybrid forms of literary nonfiction thriving in contemporary american literature. Proseworks encourages its writers to “take the facts, respect their truth–and make them sing.”

read more at <proseworks.suacademics.org>

stevenson’s annual, student-run literary magazine, Spectrum, focuses on essays, poetry, short prose, and artwork produced within the stevenson community. each year, students, alumni, faculty, and staff have the opportunity to submit pieces to be considered for publication and a panel of students work together to choose which submissions will be featured in that year’s issue.

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WINDy SERENITy By Megan Grieshaber

The hot sun upon my face

The wind tousles my hair

The salty spray stings my eyes

And covers my bronze summer skin.

Rays of sun lick my skin

While the glare dances in my eye

The radiant warmth warms my core

And melts way the worries of my life.

excerpt from Spectrum

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enGlish lanGuaGe anD literatureBachelor of Arts

Career development reQuirements:

english: forms and functions

english Capstone: internship

design your Career

Creative writing eleCtives:

advanced workshops (in fiction, non-fiction, poetry)

Creative writing (fiction, non-fiction, poetry)

introduction to Creative writing

Faculty

JosePh e. marshall, Chair and associate professor, english; b.a., providence College; m.a., ph.d., the Catholic university of america

kathleen t. brown, professor, english; b.a., towson university; m.l.a., the Johns hopkins university; ph.d., the Catholic university of america

aaron D. chanDler, assistant professor, english; b.a., roanoke College; m.a., hollins university; ph.d., university of north Carolina at greensboro

GeralD s. maJer, professor, english; b.a., northeastern illinois university; m.a., the Johns hopkins university; ph.d., northwestern university

laura t. smith, assistant professor, english; b.a., william and mary; m.a., ph.d., university of texas at austin

laura snyDer, associate professor, english; b.a., m.a., ball state university; ph.d., loyola university Chicago

nanette c. tamer, professor, english; b.a., syracuse university; m.a., m.a.t., state university of new york at binghamton; ph.d., university of delaware

GeralD van aken, professor, english; b.a., trinity College; m.a., ph.d., university of maryland, College park

To study English at Stevenson University is to enter a community committed to a skill-centered program that prepares students for careers in the 21st century. The program offers a robust assortment of literature, creative writing, and professional writing courses that allow students to explore their ideas, passions, and creativity while preparing for the future. Graduates enter the world armed with skills essential to meeting the challenges of their careers in a diverse world. English majors will learn to:

» Take an analytical view, question assumptions, and solve problems using critical-thinking skills.

» Understand data in all its forms and develop skills at sorting, sifting, and employing it.

» Develop their presentation skills and construct convincing arguments using new media technologies.

» Listen, negotiate, write, and “read between the lines” with ease.

» Understand how language and culture are connected and seek engagement using intercultural skills.

english and Career arChiteCturesm

For students, choosing a career and finding the right sequence of classes to prepare for that choice is not easy to do on their own. That is why studying English at Stevenson University is a good decision. Stevenson has a longstanding commitment to career preparation and an established history of success in career placement. All of this is embodied in its philosophy and practice of Career ArchitectureSM, a process that aids students in the exploration and selection of a career.

The English Department’s commitment to this program begins when a student starts classes, not—as in so many other schools—when the student approaches graduation. As students progress from their first year toward graduation, they take career development classes that prepare them for graduation, for the beginning of their careers, and for an active life of learning beyond the classroom.

literature eleCtives:

literary genres (drama, novel, poetry, short story)

major author (austen, dickens, faulkner, morrison, poe)

topics in literature

(greece to glee: lgbtQ, sherlock then and now, fashion in literature and film,

women writers)

professional writing eleCtives:

Journalism i & ii

magazine writing and publishing

public relations writing

a samPlinG oF courses electives in enGlish lanGuaGe anD literature

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human servicesBachelor of Science

a samPlinG oF courses in human services

administration of human services

Counseling strategies for individuals

diversity and Cultural Competence

family dynamics and interventions

family studies

focused electives: addictions, services for Children, aging, etc.

group process and practice

internship in human services

introduction to human services

practicum in human services

careers For human services maJors

Case management specialist

Child life/therapeutic recreation specialist

geriatric social work assistant

hr recruitment assistant

mental health practitioner

patient service Coordinator

project Coordinator

research lab assistant

residence life director

FacultyJohn rosicky, Chair and professor, human services; b.s., brown university; ph.d., university of oregon

GiGi a. Franyo-ehlers, professor, human services; a.b., smith College; ed.m., harvard university; ph.d., university of delaware

thomas k. swisher, associate professor, human services; b.s. university of virginia; J.d., university of baltimore; ph.d., loyola College in maryland

lauri weiner, assistant professor, human services; b.a.; dickinson College; m.a., bowling state university; J.d., university of maryland

human services majors present what they have learned during their internships to fellow students, faculty, and staff at poster presentations.

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cory Brown ’11human services

Human services majors spend their time at Stevenson forming an extensive base of knowledge about families and individuals and how to provide services for them. The program prepares graduates to embark on careers in human services, such as community social services, case management, services for children and senior citizens, services for college students, customer relations, and crisis services.

emphasis on field plaCementsOne of the best ways to learn about people and how to help them is to interact with them in a real-world setting. Human services majors understand the importance of obtaining hands-on experience in the field. Students are placed in agencies related to their areas of interest, such as hospitals, colleges, addiction treatment facilities, adoption and foster care agencies, schools and centers for children with autism and other emotional or behavioral problems, senior citizen centers, and mental health facilities. All human services graduates spend a minimum of 500 hours in field placements.

nationally aCCredited program CertifiCationsThe human services program is nationally accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education. This accreditation recognizes the program as being worthy of public and professional confidence. Graduates are prepared to take the exam for certification as a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP) offered by the Center for Credentialing and Education.

Students have the option to choose different tracks within the human services program and complete coursework required to become nationally certified in that field. An addictions counseling track is available for students interested in working with clients who have substance abuse problems or other addiction disorders. Students who choose the addictions counseling track can complete the academic work required for certification by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD). A human services administration track is available for students planning to pursue careers in that field, such as human resources, development, and management. An administration of programs for children track is available for students who want to work with young children. Students who choose the administration of programs for children track can complete the academic work required for the Child Care Administrator Level 4 credential issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.

multidisCiplinary CurriCulumTo effectively help people in need, students should obtain knowledge in multiple disciplines. In addition to the courses within the major, human services students benefit from taking courses in law, philosophy, psychology, and sociology.

after graduationGraduates have a wealth of opportunities at their fingertips. Approximately one-third of students enter graduate programs in fields such as school counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, human services, and related social science disciplines. During the past five years, more than 96 percent of the SU human services students who applied to graduate school have been accepted by those schools.

”stevenson’s human

services program

challenged me to look

beyond the surface when

it comes to developing

strategies to assist

clients,” Cory says.

”having real-world field

experiences gave me

the confidence to enter

the professional world

with that extra sense of

competence.”

Cory is currently working

at a school for students

with special needs.

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aSunta henry

human services

and

management

“my favorite part of the

interdisciplinary studies

major is the diversity. i

get to take classes for

my unique career path,”

says asunta. “my career

goals focus on helping

others in their time of

need by working with

emergency management

and disaster relief services.

i interned at the maryland

emergency management

agency where i worked

on disaster simulations

and answered the phone

as a public information

officer. i learned a lot at

the agency that helped

me prepare for my future

career.”

Interdisciplinary studies is a flexible degree program that allows students to develop an individual course of study by combining classes from two academic disciplines. Each interdisciplinary studies major works closely with faculty members to create a customized program that transcends traditional majors offered at the University.

Students may investigate a course of study that requires an interdisciplinary approach to a theme such as a set of problems, an idea, or a period of study. Some suggested interdisciplinary themes include aesthetics and artistic expression, international/global studies, administration and policy, and American studies. Each semester, students meet with the program coordinator to assess their academic progress and review volunteer projects, internships, and other career-development activities.

Interdisciplinary studies majors may choose to pursue either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree. The Bachelor of Arts requires the completion of a foreign language through at least the intermediate level.

what’s distinCtive about the interdisCiplinary studies maJor at su?

» A customized program based on academic interests» Close work with faculty who have expertise in the selected areas of study» An opportunity to explore career options through internships» A capstone senior seminar that supports independent research

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Faculty

because of the individualized nature of this major, faculty members are drawn from academic areas across the university. students consult with department chairs from the two core disciplines they select to study. they also establish regular advisory meetings with the interdisciplinary studies program coordinator.

esther D. horrocks, program Coordinator, interdisciplinary studies, and professor of sociology and anthropology; b.a., university of minnesota; m.a., ph.d., ohio state university

taylor Bechtel

philosophy and

psychology

taylor, who also plays

soccer for stevenson,

says this major allows

the perfect amount of

structure and freedom.

“with the interdisciplinary

studies major, i can

explore multiple subjects

and ways of thought and

at the same time i can stay

on a path to a degree.”

popular interdisCiplinary Combinations inClude:» Art/business administration

» Business administration/social science

» Business administration/human services

» Education/social sciences

» English (writing focus)/business administration

» Philosophy/social sciences

» Psychology/human services

a bright futureGraduates of the interdisciplinary studies program leave SU ready to enter many professional arenas. Former interdisciplinary studies majors are working in federal agencies, social services, retail management, law enforcement, human resources, education, and business. Others have entered graduate programs in professional writing, humanities, social work, education, business, public administration, law, and library science.

Courses and eleCtives in interdisCiplinary studiesIn addition to completing the general core requirements, interdisciplinary studies ma-jors complete courses in their individual fields of interest, a variety of electives, and interdisciplinary courses designed to chall- enge their imaginations and broaden their knowledge base.

Students choose program core electives that are submitted to the program coordinator and approved by faculty advisors. Core electives must include courses in two disciplines. All students are required to complete 36 credits of core electives; 18 credits must be at the 300-400 level.

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interDisciPlinary stuDiesBachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science

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the stevenson university psyChology maJor has four Components:

1. Focus on a broaD knowleDGe base in PsycholoGyStudents learn how a person’s behavior is affected by his or her genetic background, biology, cognitive development, socioemotional development, and social and cultural environments.

2. researchPsychology is a science. Psychology majors evaluate and utilize scientific research to broaden their understanding of how humans develop and behave.

3. clinical aPPlication oF PsycholoGyStudents learn about psychological disorders and begin developing the skills needed to help individuals solve personal problems; cope with mental illness; and lead richer, fuller lives.

4. ProFessional DeveloPmentThroughout their years at SU, psychology majors explore their interests in the classroom and the field, identify their career goals, and acquire knowledge that is essential to the discipline. Students develop the intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills to obtain employment in many occupations or to attend graduate school.

Psychology majors are interested in how humans and animals think, feel, and act. The program helps students develop a scientifically based understanding of behavior and mental processes. Graduates emerge with the tools and knowledge to succeed in the career path of their choice.

two advanced psychology students help assistant professor emily newton in a study to determine how children develop social skills.

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a samPlinG oF courses anD electives in PsycholoGy

behavioral approaches to Changes

biological psychology

Child psychopathology

Counseling skills

Counseling theories

field placement

history and systems of psychology

human growth and development

human sexuality

introduction to psychology

psychopathology

personality psychology

research methods

social psychology

special and advanced topics in psychology

e.g., intimate relationships; infant development; sports psychology and performance enhancement; nature, nurture and psychological disorders

tests and measurement

GaBBy Green ‘12psychology

after graduating from

stevenson, gabby

continued her education

through a master of science

in applied animal behavior

and animal welfare

program at edinburgh

university in edinburgh,

scotland. she credits su for

preparing her for graduate

school. “the department

regularly sponsored grad

school prep meetings, gre

prep sessions, and speakers

from local graduate

programs,” gabby says. “i

hope to impact the world

in a positive way with my

life, and graduating from

stevenson was my first step

toward that goal.”

after graduationPsychology majors graduate from Stevenson ready to enter the working world or to pursue graduate study. Career options for recent bachelor’s degree students include human services provider, public relations specialist, research assistant, law enforcement officer, research program coordinator, and teacher. A wealth of opportunities also exists for students who pursue master’s and doctoral degrees in psychology. Recent graduates have been accepted into the following programs: M.A. programs in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, research psychology, applied psychology, forensic psychology, human resource management, school counseling, occupational therapy, and exercise physiology; M.S.W. programs in social work; and Ph.D. and Psy.D. programs in clinical psychology. About 40 percent of psychology alumni enrolled in graduate programs related to the field of psychology last year.

emphasis on experiential learningPsychology majors have many opportunities to gain hands-on experience outside the classroom. Students may choose a field placement related to their interests and they may also conduct research. Field placements and research activities prepare the students for the workforce or graduate school. In the past, students have done field placements in mental health and addictions treatment facilities, forensics and law enforcement, hospitals and medical facilities, nursing homes, educational settings, human resources, occupational therapy, and the zoo. Students may also choose to conduct research independently, with a faculty member, or at other research facilities.

PsycholoGy

Faculty

JeFFrey D. elliott, Chair and professor, psychology; b.a., m.a., salisbury state university; ph.d., university of maryland, baltimore County

Dyer P. bilGrave, professor, psychology; b.a., towson university; m.p.s., new york theological seminary; m.a., american international College; m.f.a., brandeis university; m.a., ph.d., university of maryland, baltimore County

virGinia iannone, associate professor, psychology; b.s., university of scranton; m.a., ph.d., the Catholic university of america

emily newton, assistant professor, psychology; b.a., m.a., university of California, davis; m.a., California state university, sacramento; ph.d., university of California, davis

D. ryan schurtz, assistant professor, psychology; b.s., m.a., towson university, ph.d., university of kentucky.

nancy c. sherman, professor of psychology; b.a., ithaca College; ph.d., university of maine

Bachelor of Science

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Joanna poolepublic history

Public history

Bachelor of Science

Stevenson offers one of the nation’s few four-year undergraduate public history majors. This exciting program provides the breadth of a traditional history major but focuses on American history. It presents the opportunity to study and practice the public presentation of history through specialized coursework and internships. The program is distinctive because of the strong liberal arts context of the degree, which gives graduates a broad perspective about their course of study. The two primary objectives of the public history program are to provide a solid foundation in general historical knowledge and methodology as part of a general, undergraduate, liberal arts education; and to offer the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience through internships and specialized, upper-level public history courses that make a career in public history a reality.

internships in publiC historyStudents recently have completed internships at such sites as the Smithsonian Institute, the National Archives, the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, the Baltimore Museum of Industry, and the B & O Railroad Museum.

a samPlinG oF courses in Public history

american women’s history

african american history

art of historical narrative

boom & bust: u.s., 1920s & 1930s

buildings, brothels, & bars

historical archaeology

history of baltimore

history of the family

history museum studies

making the u.s. Constitution

research and writing in history

robbers, radicals, & reformers: u.s., 1877-1920

the age of the american revolution

the american presidency

the sixties

war & terrorism since 1945

“i love everything about

stevenson, but if i had to

choose one thing, i would

say the opportunities

being placed in front of

me in the public history

major. i have already

had the great pleasure

of being able to find out

what my true passions

are not only through

classroom experience

but also through

history-related volunteer

experience.”

Faculty

Glenn t. JohnstonChair, humanities and public history and assistant professor, history and archivist; b.a., st. lawrence university; m.a., state universiy of new york, buffalo; m.s.ed., niagara university; ph.d., university of north texas

alexanDer o. boultonprofessor, history; b.f.a., maryland institute College of art; m.a., ph.d., College of william and mary

JosePh mcGraw, esq. assistant professor, history; b.a., m.a., university of virginia; J.d., university of baltimore

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theatre anD meDia PerFormanceBachelor of Science

Stevenson University’s new Bachelor of Science in Theatre and Media Performance offers a current, career-oriented curriculum to prepare students for success in today’s evolving entertainment industries. Unlike traditional theatre programs, our theatre and media performance program—the only one of its kind currently offered in Maryland—emphasizes the similarities and differences among stage, internet, video, and film performance. Students will study movement, voice, improvisation, scene analysis, and script analysis within historical and cultural contexts and learn how these skills uniquely apply to theatre and media productions. Parallel to their theoretical study is the exploration of self-awareness, verbal and nonverbal expression, and creative thinking. Students will demonstrate their understanding of and effectively apply these skills through performances in collaborative productions for both stage and media. They will also learn how to audition and be prepared to perform for the camera.

Students graduating with a degree in theatre and media performance will be able to:

» Apply the appropriate skills unique to stage, video, Internet, and film performances.

» Creatively communicate verbally and non-verbally.» Interpret plays and media scripts through literary-style analysis and

performance.» Utilize collaborative problem-solving skills through all aspects of the

production process.» Integrate interpretations of historical and contemporary artistic

styles into performance.

Through a combination of classroom instruction and performances, students will gain the skills needed to meet the demands of today’s theatre and media careers. A required internship provides professional exposure and networking opportunities, helping to best position graduates for a career path. Career options include acting, producing, directing, and other roles in the motion picture and video, performing arts, and broadcasting industries.

a samPlinG oF courses in theatre anD meDia PerFormance

stagecraft

theatre movement

script analysis

theatre history

play production

acting for the Camera

improvisation

voice and movement ii for the Camera

design and Collaboration

advanced movement

business of acting

Faculty

chris robertsprogram Coordinator and professor, theatre; a.a., villa Julie College; b.s., m.f.a., towson university; m.l.a., the Johns hopkins university

christoPher crostic technical director and assistant professor, theatre; b.s., frostburg state university; m.f.a., indiana university

new for spring 2014

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Faculty proFile

FreDerick h. bealeFelD iiidistinguished professional in Criminal Justice and instructor

Frederick H. Bealefeld III,

Distinguished Professional in

Criminal Justice and Instructor,

joined the Stevenson faculty

in 2013 after previously

serving as a guest lecturer and

accompanying faculty and staff

on an exploratory trip to South

Africa. A former Baltimore City

Police Commissioner, Bealefeld

retired in 2012 after 31 years on

the force. Serving in almost all

operational units of the BCPD,

including patrol, narcotics, and

homicide, Bealefeld is credited

with reducing homicides and

violent crime in Baltimore City

to the lowest levels since the

1970s.

beyonD the classroom: Students in The School of Humanities and Social Sciences extend their learning experience beyond the classroom.

Although they have the opportunity to join any of Stevenson’s 50 clubs and organizations, students in this School may be particularly interested in Active Minds, Best Buddies, Criminal Justice Student Association, Human Services Club, and Psychology Club. Students also have the opportunity to work on and submit work to Proseworks, a student-run literary magazine, and Spectrum, Stevenson’s online journal.

To learn more about clubs and organizations on campus please see stevenson.edu. To learn more about Spectrum and Proseworks, please see the English Language and Literature page within this brochure.

study abroadThe Study Abroad Program at Stevenson University provides an educational experience that engages students in their personal, social, and intellectual growth by providing opportunities to explore and learn while studying with Stevenson faculty outside the United States. Stevenson’s faculty leaders plan a variety of trips that include courses and programs abroad, during which course credits are earned.

Specifically within The School of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Criminal Justice Study Abroad program engages students in global awareness through international study. Each spring, student’s journey to South Africa to study history, culture, and geography while being immersed and engaged with the international community.

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eventsThroughout the year, The School of Humanities and Social Sciences hosts campus events that engage and enrich the Stevenson Community.

Quad Stories (pictured above) allows students, faculty, and staff to share meaningful narratives about career and other experiences through deliberately crafted storytelling.

Each spring, the School hosts Bee Green Day in partnership with each of SU’s academic Schools. Focusing on environmental issues, Bee Green Day features presentations from local environmental centers, speakers from local foundations, and a writing contest. In addition, the students from the School of the Sciences demonstrate the creation of reef balls, concrete structures that support the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

The Annual Brooke Peirce Visiting Scholar Lecture Series honors Brooke Peirce, a former English professor at Stevenson, who died in April 2003, leaving a gift for Stevenson’s English department. The lecture series invites scholars, writers, and poets to speak on campus and conduct workshops with Stevenson students.

campuSreSourceS

university archives

under the direction of glenn Johnston, ph.d., university archivist and historian, and chair of humanities and public history, stevenson university houses a rare first edition king James bible—one of about 175 copies in the world. the university archives also features the entire collection from the maryland bible society and other artifacts depicting historical events as well as the history of stevenson. students have access to the archives, gaining up-close, hands-on experiences right on stevenson’s campus. the archives is pictured above and on the public history page of this brochure.

theatre

stevenson’s theatre department is housed in the school of humanities and social sciences where students have the opportunity to explore the art of acting. each year, students from all majors can perform in three theatrical productions in stevenson’s two-performance venues, the inscape theatre and the studio theatre. each theatre offers room for students to showcase their creativity on stage.

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directionS to the admiSSionS oFFice

Take the Baltimore Beltway (I-695; accessible from I-95) to exit 19 (I-795 N). Follow I-795 to exit 4, Owings Mills Boulevard (north to Reisterstown Road). Continue on Owings Mills Boulevard to Groff Lane and turn right.

For GPS directions, please use 10945 Boulevard Circle, Owings Mills, MD 21117.

plan your visit and apply online at stevenson.edu.

stevenson university at a Glance

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STEVENSONUNIVERSITY

character:

stevenson university is a coeducational, independent institution that is widely known for its unique synthesis of traditional liberal arts education and exceptional career preparation.

enrollment:

approximately 3,200 full-time undergraduate, 700 part-time undergraduate and 500 graduate students.

GreenSprinG campuS:

Just minutes from baltimore in the town of stevenson, maryland, the university’s original campus offers a peaceful learning atmosphere and modern facilities amidst the rolling hills of the greenspring valley.

owinGS millS campuS:

Conveniently located just six miles from the greenspring Campus, the owings mills Campus is a thriving academic and residential community.

Student-Faculty ratio:

16:1

averaGe accepted applicant:

high school gpa: 3.41 sat: 1390-1650 (middle 50 percent) aCt: 19-24 (middle 50 percent)

Study aBroad:

students may broaden their educational and cultural horizons by studying in multiple foreign destinations.

School codeS:

aCt: 1753 • sat: 5856 • fafsa: 002107

athleticS:

the university has a wide range of nCaa division iii athletic teams. mustang athletics compete in the middle atlantic Conference (maC) in all sports except men’s volleyball which participates in the Continental volleyball Conference (CvC) and women’s ice hockey which competes as independent.

Financial aid:

approximately 90 percent of stevenson students receive some form of scholarship or need-based aid including work-study, grants, and loans.

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imagine your future. design your Career. it all starts today.

ADMISSIONS OFFICE100 Campus CircleOwings Mills, Maryland 21117

Phone: 410-486-7001 Toll-free: 1-877-468-6852Fax: 443-352-4440

Email: [email protected]: stevenson.edu : facebook.com/stevensonuniversity

“ Our experience with students and graduates [of The School of

Humanities and Social Sciences] has been excellent. We continue

to be impressed by their preparedness, professionalism, work ethic,

and dedication.”

Kennedy Krieger InstituteBaltimore, Maryland

Stevenson University The School of Humanities and Social Sciences

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