What can I do with a major in...

What Can I do

With a Major In...

Armstrong offers 33 different undergraduate majors. Each major gives students a wide educational base that they can use in many different jobs and careers. For an overview of each major and the types of jobs related to those majors, explore our "What Can I Do With a Major In?"

What can I do with a

major in

APPLIED PHYSICS?

The Bachelor of Science with a major in applied physics is a versatile undergraduate degree that prepares the student with a broad-based, intellectually challenging academic experience. A degree in physics will improve a student’s critical thinking skills and mathematical abilities greatly. The curriculum provides a solid academic foundation in physics with an emphasis on engineering applications, such as electronics and computer interfacing. The opportunity for learning is promoted by the small, friendly university environment in which students are able to seek and receive individual help outside of class. The applied physics degree program has room for electives to allow students to pursue study in an area of special interest.

All applied physics majors must complete at least 30 semester hours of credit in physics courses, numbered 3000 or above with a grade of C or better. In addition to completing the core curriculum requirements in humanities, laboratory science/math-ematics, social science and physical education, majors take calculus (through Calculus III), linear algebra and di! erential equations. Tracks have been developed to allow the student to choose combinations of courses that include additional advisor-approved courses from engineering, computer science, chemistry and math that will prepare the individual student for his or her career goal. The tracks include astrophysics, biophys-ics, classical physics, computational physics, geophysics, nuclear/particle physics, solid-state physics and traditional applied physics.

Possible Job Titles

• Atmospheric & Space Scientist

• Aviation Inspector

• Clinical Research Coordinator

• Doctor

• Field Study Coordinator

• Geologist

• Health Program Administrator

• Hydrologist

• Lab Tech Assistant

• Laboratory Supervisor

• Medical Equipment Sales Rep

• Medical or Science Librarian

• Medical or Science Writer

• Meteorologist

• Nuclear Engineer

• Nuclear Physicist

• Occupational Health & Safety

Specialist

• Oceanographer

• Patent Examiner

• Pharmaceutical Sales Rep

• Physician Assistant

• Physicist

• Process Engineer

• Radiologist

• Research Aid/Assistant

• Safety Manager

• Seismologist

• Soil & Plant Scientist

• Systems Analyst

• Teacher

• Technical Salesperson

• Test Engineer

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Applied Physics Majors

• Seek opportunities within physics or related science " elds to investigate, collect, and analyze data in a variety of specializations

• Supplement curriculum by working on Physics Department research teams• Gain experience practicing precision in reporting in all classes• Gain experience collecting and reporting relevant data while perceiving patterns and

structures in every study discipline• Attain an internship in an applied " eld of physics within your " rst several semesters to

ensure major choice and enhance employability• Seek research experiences that allow for attendance at appropriate conferences,

make presentations if possible• Develop the ability to prepare poster presentations and volunteer to help Physics

faculty with program materials• Develop skill at developing research at away locations through study abroad & the

National Student Exchange.• Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence with contacts• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the " eld or in related " elds,

continue correspondence with all previous contacts

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED PHYSICS

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Career Opportunities

The American Physical Society (APS) has recently recog-nized that applied/industrial physics is the fastest growing segment of the physics community. Nearly half of all APS members are involved in industrial applications of physics.

Graduates from the Applied Physics program will enter a variety of careers including those in industry, government, military service, health care and education, with industry providing the greatest interest and most opportunities. Some graduates will choose to continue their education by attending graduate or professional school. A physics degree is used by many as the gateway to career oppor-tunities not normally thought of as being connected to physics such as meteorology, medicine, radiology, geology, and oceanography. Statistically, physics majors have the highest success rate of all science/math " elds on the MCAT entrance exam to medical school.

Employers

• Corps of Engineers Southeast District O# ce• Fort Stewart Army Post• Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Laboratory• Georgia Paci" c Corporation• Great Dane Trailers• Georgia Ports Authority• Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation• Herty Foundation• Hunter Army Air" eld• Intermarine USA• International Paper• Kemira, Inc.• Kings’ Bay Naval Base• Savannah Sugar Re" nery• Skidaway Institute of Oceanography• U.S. Customs Southeast Laboratory

Additional Resources

American Physical Society

www.aps.org/

American Association of Physics Teachers

www.aapt.org/

American Institute of Physics

www.aip.org/

Occupational Outlook Handbook

www.bls.gov/oco

O*Net

www.onetonline.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS

Dr. Will Lynch, Department Head | 912.344.3219 | Fax 912.344.3433 | [email protected]

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What can I do

with a major in

ART / ART EDUCATION?

ArtStudents who earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art study various means of artistic production combined with art history and aesthetics. Armstrong o! ers " ve major focus areas: drawing and painting, ceramics and ceramic sculpture, " ber arts, photography, and graphic design. The 15 hour block of elective hours gives our students ample opportunity to explore other studies in the natural and physical sciences, the humanities, and social economics. The electives, along with the core curriculum of the College of Liberal Arts, prepare our students with a foundation for understanding the artist’s role in western culture. They gain the intellectual skills to produce and critically evaluate artistic production.

Art EducationArt Education students are art majors who have a desire to teach others about art. They demonstrate a commitment to understanding the nature of art and the practices involved in its production. They are adaptive, resourceful and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of art, the nature of the learner, and the materials and methods from which they work. The Bachelor of Science in Art Education o! ers undergraduate students a solid foundation for teaching art by helping them become skilled in all areas of studio practice; to become knowledgeable about art history, aesthetics, and criticism; and to develop an understanding of the pedagogical practices of art education.

Possible Job Titles

• Advertising Artist Creative

• Appraiser

• Architectural Representative

• Archivist

• Art Restorer

• Art Therapist

• Book Illustrator

• Ceramic Artist

• Cinematographer/ Filmmaker

• Courtroom Sketcher

• Curator of Exhibits

• Design Associate

• Display/ Set Designer

• Editor/ Writer Assistant

• Exhibit Designer

• Faculty Member

• Fashion Designer

• Graphic Designer

• Illustrator

• Interior Designer

• Jewelry Designer

• Layout Artist

• Model Builder

• Muralist

• Museum Employee

• Photo Journalist/ Photo Editor

• Pre K-12 Art Teacher

• Researcher

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Art / Art Education Majors

• Seek internship opportunities or volunteer at an art museum or government archives

• Develop strong skills in research, fund-raising, public speaking, and writing• Earn an advanced degree in an academic discipline or museum studies for greater

career opportunities• Prepare a strong portfolio and join a guild or organization• Work on campus publications in design or layout and seek out experience with

magazines or newspaper publishers• Learn to compare art works developing on your comparative analysis skills• Develop sensitivity to cultural viewpoints and learn to analyze the artistic qualities of

everyday objects• Determine origins of art works and gain understanding how the making of art has

changed across time• Possess aptitude for spatial relationships and recognize di! erences in shapes,

shading & color• Make critical observations & appropriate decisions and be able to present ideas &

emotions creatively

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Art

Because of the # exibility of the Bachelor of Arts degree in Art at Armstrong Atlantic State University, students are able to develop the varied skills in art that are required in today’s dynamic job market. Armstrong graduates have been and are currently employed as:

• Archeological, Biological, Book, and Medical Illustrators

• Professional Artists and Craft Persons• Curators of Art Galleries and Museums• Photographers and Photographic Technicians• Educators in Nonacademic, Public Service Programs• Teachers in Public and Private Schools (after

completing our post-bac certi" cation program)

Art Education

The art education degree opens the door for opportunities in a wide range of teaching areas that are not available to the Bachelor of Art major. The primary career for a student of art education is teaching at the elementary, middle, and secondary levels in public or private schools.

Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is the largest employer of art educators in the area employing more than forty art teachers. Employment is also available in rapidly growing school systems in surrounding counties in Georgia and across the border in South Carolina. Additionally, many private schools in the area employ art teachers in both full and part-time positions. Rounding out these primary career positions are jobs with institutions such as day care centers, art camps, art centers, museums and church related programs. Armstrong graduates holding this degree have enjoyed excellent success " nding jobs around the state in art education. Salaries usually begin around $33,000 and range beyond $45,000 for candidates with experience and further degrees.


The College Art Association

www.collegeart.org/

American Association of Museums

www.aam-us.org/

American Society For Aesthetics

http://aesthetics-online.org/

Society of American Archivists

www.archivists.org/

Association of Art Historians

www.aah.org.uk/

The Society of Architectural Historians

www.sah.org/

American Art Therapy Association

www.arttherapy.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF ART, MUSIC & THEATRE

Dr. Tom Cato, Department Head | 912.344.2556 | Fax 912.344.3419 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

BIOLOGY?

Biology is the scienti! c exploration of the vast and diverse world of living organisms, and this exploration grows as we make more and more advances in areas as diverse as molecules and landscapes. Biologists study how we may continue to ! t into the complex ecology of our world, and also consider ethical implications of our actions, which is immediately relevant to the ways we live worldwide.

The Bachelor of Science in Biology curriculum utilizes labs which are spacious and fully equipped with modern instrumentation to support student learning. Also, because class sizes are small, students and faculty have great interaction in labs and on frequent ! eld trips. Internship options in research, applied biology, medical professions and environmental education are available in labs, local hospitals and in physician, veterinary and dental o" ces.

A degree in Biology prepares students for a wide variety of careers, further study in graduate programs in the discipline or admittance to professional schools in the health sciences. Majors may also elect to obtain a multi-disciplinary forensic science certi! cate while completing the biology degree. The opportunity to concurrently enroll in tracks for pre-medicine, dental, pharmacy, or physician assistant programs also exists.

Possible Job Titles

• Bacteriologist

• Biochemist

• Clinical Pathologist

• Clinical Research Coordinator

• Conservation/ Environmental

Scientist

• Crime Lab Analyst

• Cytotechnologist

• Field Study Coordinator

• Forensic Scientist

• Food and Drug Inspector

• Health Program Administrator

• Hemotherapist

• Histologist

• Infectious Disease Specialist

• Lab Tech Assistant


• Medical Equipment Sales Rep.

• Medical Investigator

• Medical or Science Librarian

• Medical or Science Writer

• Microbiologist

• Nuclear Medicine Specialist

• Nurse Anesthetist

• Optometrist or Ophthalmologist

• Parasitologist

• Pharmaceutical Sales Rep

• Phlebotomist

• Physician Assistant

• Public Health Specialist

• Research Immunologist

• Surgeon - Surgical Nurse

• Toxicologist

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Biology Majors

• Seek opportunities within biology to investigate, collect, and analyze data in a variety of specializations

• Supplement curriculum by working on Biology Department research teams• Gain experience practicing precision in reporting in all classes• Gain experience collecting and reporting relevant data while perceiving patterns and

structures in every study discipline• Attain an internship in an applied ! eld of Biology within your ! rst several semesters to

ensure major choice• Seek research experiences that allow for attendance at appropriate conferences,

make presentations if possible• Develop the ability to prepare poster presentations and volunteer to help Biology

faculty with program materials• Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence with contacts• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the ! eld, continue

correspondence with all previous contacts

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Students who complete a biology degree have developed a breadth of knowledge in the biological sciences and a strong foundation in math and chemistry. Coupled with the skills and knowledge gained from Armstrong Atlantic State University’s general education courses, the scienti! c exper-tise developed by biology majors allows them to choose careers in the following:

• Health Professions (medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, anes-thesiologist’s assistant, and pharmacy)

• Research• Conservation Biology• Environmental Management• Teaching

Armstrong biology graduates are very competitive for admission to graduate and professional programs of study. Successful applicants must have a very good academic re-cord, experience with the chosen ! eld of study (internships and/or research), and close working relationships with faculty who can write letters of recommendation on their behalf. Similarly, students who seek immediate employ-ment should have developed a thorough understanding of their ! eld of interest and have a strong academic record.

Employers

• Animal Hospitals• BioLab• Biotechnology Firms• Center for Disease Control (CDC)• Center of Limnology• Clinics/Hospitals• Cryolife• Department of Natural Resources• Diagnostic Testing Companies• Emory University Hospital• Environmental Protection Agency • Food and Drug Administration• Georgia Bureau of Investigation• Georgia State Department of Health• Hematology/Oncology of NE GA• Joseph W Jones Ecological• Medical Laboratories• Meditech Media• Merieux Laboratories Inc.• National Institute of Health• New England Medical Center• Ocean Aquariums• Pharmaceutical Companies• Veterinary Specialists


The American Institute of Biological Sciences

www.aibs.org/core/index.html

AIBS / Member Societies — 50 member Societies of the

American Institute of Biological Sciences

www.aibs.org/society-membership-directory/

American Society for Microbiology

www.asm.org/

Genetics Societies

www.faseb.org/genetics/

Ecological Society of America (ESA)

www.esa.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY

Dr. Robert Gregerson, Department Head | 912.344.2566 | Fax 912.344.3499 | Robert. [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

CHEMISTRY?

Chemistry majors are trained to think both analytically and creatively to solve practical and research problems. Chemistry majors work in all primary work sectors: non-pro! t, education, government, and industry, while others proceed to law or medical degrees. Nearly 70 percent of chemists work in industry. Half of the chemists work with research. Students with a bachelor’s degree qualify for employment with the federal government in quality control and analytical positions, research and for the development of fuels and medicines.

The bachelor’s degree with a major in chemistry is a versatile undergraduate degree that prepares the student with a broad, intellectually challenging, academic experience. The curriculum provides a solid academic foundation with an emphasis on the skills necessary for problem solving. Students may elect to complete requirements to enter professional schools, such as medicine, pharmacy, or dentistry, concurrently with earning the chemistry degree. The opportunity for learning is promoted by the small, friendly university environment in which students are able to seek and receive individual help outside of class.

Possible Job Titles

• Chemical Distributor

• Chemical Engineer

• Children’s Hospital Chemist

• Cosmetics Engineer

• Customer Training Specialist

• Defense Industry Chemist

• Developmental Scientist

• Drug Developer/Tester

• Electron/Chemical Researcher

• Environmental Chemist

• Environmental Specialist

• Glass Industry Manager

• Industrial Production Inspector

• Industry Chemist

• Medical Sales

• Medical Chemical Specialist

• Nuclear Chemical Technician

• Paint Industry Scientist

• Petroleum Industry Scientist

• Pharmaceutical Scientist

• Production Facilities Manager

• Quality Control Specialist

• Research Technician

• Researcher

• R & D Manager/Consultant

• Scienti! c Writer/Editor

• Nutritional Chemist

• Testing Labs Researcher

• Textiles Industry Chemist

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Chemistry Majors

• Seek opportunities within chemistry to investigate, collect, and analyze data in a variety of specializations

• Supplement curriculum by working on Chemistry Department research teams• Gain experience practicing precision in reporting in all classes• Gain experience collecting and reporting relevant data while perceiving patterns and

structures in every study discipline• Attain an internship in an applied ! eld of Chemistry within your ! rst several semesters

to ensure major choice• Seek research experiences that allow for attendance at appropriate conferences,

make presentations if possible• Develop the ability to prepare poster presentations and volunteer to help Chemistry

faculty with program materials• Develop skill at developing research at away locations through study abroad & the

National Student Exchange.• Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence with contacts• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the ! eld, continue


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What can you do with a degree in chemistry? The best way to answer that question is to see what students who have gotten this degree are doing. We examined the record of chemistry graduates from Armstrong and it revealed that the chemistry degree o" ers many career and professional opportunities. Our students have gone into ! elds including the following:

• Medicine• Pharmacy• Dentistry• Veterinary Medicine• Podiatric Medicine• Biochemistry• Chemical Engineering• Industrial Research• Medical Research• Quality Control• Crime Laboratories• Environmental Controls• Sales• Teaching• Business• Law

Employers

Approximately two-thirds of Armstrong’s chemistry majors have chosen to enter the workplace in a variety of industries, not only in Savannah, but all over the southeast. Employment opportunities for chemistry majors at both the bachelors and graduate level have been excellent. Some of the employers of Armstrong chemistry graduates are EM Industries, GBI Crime Lab, Tronox, Test America, Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, International Paper and U.S. Customs.

The other one-third of graduating majors have attended professional and graduate schools all over the United States. Schools attended by recent chemistry graduates are Medical College of Georgia, University of Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, North Carolina State University, Institute of Paper Chemistry, University of South Carolina, Clemson University, Johns Hopkins, Auburn University, Wake Forest University, and University of Colorado.


ACS Publications

http://pubs.acs.org/about.html

ChemWeb

http://www.chemweb.com/

American Association Advancement of Science

http://www.aaas.org/

Journal of Chemical Education

http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/

Web of Science

http://apps.isiknowledge.com/

American Chemical Society Job Bank

http://pubs.acs.org/plweb/indexp1.html

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS

Dr. Will Lynch, Department Head | 912.344.3219 | Fax 912.344.3433 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

COMPUTER SCIENCE?

Computer Science requires creativity, insights, background, and skill in problem solving, and this problem solving involves a mix of studying theoretical frameworks and practice. The major includes a core of courses designed to accomplish the following primary objectives:

• Have students be prepared for employment in business or industry in the wide variety of positions in which computer science is required.

• Have students be prepared to pursue graduate studies in computer science or a cognate ! eld.

• Have students develop Fundamental skills in computer science in order to be in a position to adapt to rapid technological changes involving computing.

• Have students develop an understanding of the algorithmic approach to problem solving, including the development, representation, communication, and evaluation of algorithms.

The major includes emphasis on two tracks: software or systems. The program is " exible, so students at the senior level are able to explore other areas of interest along with their track. We encourage our students to participate in undergraduate research or in sponsored projects under the guidance of a Computer Science faculty advisor.

The Computer Science degree is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). It was ! rst accredited in 1991 and is presently one of the few accredited programs in the state.

Possible Job Titles

• Analyst

• Applications Research Program-

mer

• Associate Computer Consultant

• CAD/CAM Designer

• Consultant

• Database Administrator

• Developer Support Engineer

• eCommerce Developer

• Educational Programs Specialist

• Java/ J2EE Developer

• Market Research Analyst

• Mathematician

• Network Engineer

• PeopleSoft Administrator

• Programmer

• Professor

• Project Manager

• Quality Control Supervisor

• Risk Analyst

• Security Engineer

• Software Engineer

• Special E# ects (FX) Specialist

• SQL Database Administrator

• Systems Administrator/Analyst

• Systems Engineer

• Technical Writer

• Unix Administrator

• VoIP Engineer

• Web Developer/Designer

• Wireless Developer

Skills and Interests Associated with Computer Science Majors

• Ability to trace problems to their sources• Analyzing communication situations and developing faster or more e$ cient

alternatives• Skilled at clarifying problems or situations• Systematically organizing material• Organizing and classifying data• Anticipating and diagnosing problems• Perceiving and de! ning cause and e# ect relationships• Problem solving• Decision making

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We expect virtually all graduates of our program to immediately enter the computer science professions, orto be competitive in entering graduate school, and toenter the professions after completing graduatecoursework. Professions in computer systems includesoftware, hardware, people and data.

Software SystemsComputer scientists who work with software can be involvedin the development of new software programs or in themaintenance of existing computer systems. In a smallworking group, one person may see a project through allphases of software development, from analyzing the need,to designing and coding the solution, to installing theend product for the user. In a large working group thetasks of analysis, design, implementation, testing andinstallation may be divided among many di# erent peopleor teams that may be not be geographically co-located.Some computer scientists work in new areas of softwarecapability, such as computational intelligence, robotics and haptics, while others are concerned with specializedsoftware application in areas like embedded systems, Web programming, and computer graphics.

Hardware SystemsAlthough the task of designing new hardware systemstypically falls to electrical engineers, the job of keepingcomputers, peripherals and networks running smoothlyand e$ ciently falls to computer scientists. These computer scientists, often called system administrators or networkadministrators, become pro! cient in using and modifyingthe complicated system software that governs the behaviorof computers and networks.

People and Data SystemsEntry-level computer jobs centered on people includepositions that focus on sales and service of a particularproduct. In addition, there are an increasing number ofpositions for computer professionals who train the noncomputer scientists of a company and provide supportfor a variety of software and hardware products forthem. Later in a career, a computer scientist may holda position focused on managing a number of othercomputer professionals. Jobs in data and informationservices as well as cyber security provide many new opportunities for computer scientists. With the rapid growthof the Internet, companies are recognizing the value ofinformation and the challenge of retrieving and protectingpertinent information. A degree in computer science canbe an important career starting as outlined in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics biannualreport.


Association for Computing Machinery

www.acm.org

Association for Information Systems

www.aisnet.org

Association for Women in Computing

www.awc-hq.org/

Computer Software/Systems Jobs

www.nationjob.com/computers

Institute for the Certi! cation of Computer Professionals

www.iccp.org/

Internet Society

www.isoc.org

Technology Professional Job Search

www.dice.com

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION, COMPUTING & ENGINEERING

Dr. Hong Zhang, Interim Department Head | 912.344.2542 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

CRIMINAL JUSTICE?

A Criminal Justice major leads to a Bachelor of Science Degree and o! ers undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue studies leading to a career in administration of justice, related " elds, or select professional and graduate programs. Career opportunities for students who study Criminal Justice are vast. In fact, those who seek employment immediately after completing their degree generally have good prospects in such areas as local, state, and some federal law enforcement, state and federal probation and parole, correctional counseling, court services and administration, juvenile justice and family services, and private security.

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice consists of core courses in the administration of justice, criminology, ethics and criminal procedure coupled with a concentration in juvenile justice, law enforcement, research methods, penology and law. In addition, students without previous criminal justice work experience undertake a mandatory, full-time, semester-long internship in a criminal justice agency. This serves to acquaint the student with real-world experiences critical to one’s success in criminal justice. It also opens doors to students by establishing important professional contact for further employment.

Possible Job Titles

• Border Patrol Agent

• Campus Security O# cer

• Case Worker

• Court Clerk

• Credit Manager

• Crime Scene Technician

• Deputy Sheri!

• Detective

• Enforcement Agent

• Family Services Coordinator

• Federal Agent

• Judge

• Juvenile Probation Specialist

• Law Enforcement Trainer

• Lawyer

• Legal Advocate

• Legal Associate

• Loss Prevention Consultant

• Management Trainee

• Manager

• Medical Examiner

• Paralegal

• Parole O# cer

• Police O# cer

• Private Security O# cer

• Probation O# cer

• Real Estate Paralegal

• Social Worker

• Victim’s Advocate

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Criminal Justice Majors

• Seek courses or training in topics such as victimology, social problems, diversity issues, or grieving.

• Supplement curriculum with courses in psychology, sociology, or social work.• Gain experience working with a juvenile population in any capacity (i.e., sports teams,

summer camp counselor, parks and recreation programs, and community/religious youth groups).

• Gain related experience in employment interviewing, social casework, substance abuse, and rehabilitation.

• Learn to work well with people of diverse backgrounds.• Consider learning a second language.• Earn a master’s degree in social work or counseling for therapy positions. Obtain a

masters degree in criminal justice or business for upper-level positions in facilities management or administration.

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Our nation recognizes the necessity of well-educated criminal justice professionals. The bachelor’s degree prepares students for entry-level opportunities including the following:

• Police O# cers• Private Security Professionals• Correctional O# cers• Intake and Classi" cation Specialists• Probation and Parole O# cers• Juvenile Justice Agency Personnel

Coupled with relevant work experience, the degree sharpens the candidate’s competitive edge for state and federal law enforcement openings, court administration positions, and state and federal probation and parole positions. In addition, the degree is invaluable for mid-career advancement.

Students will also " nd the criminal justice degree helpful in preparing them for graduate and professional education and training. Many of our students go on to law schools and master’s degree programs in criminal justice and public administration. Indeed, many of our graduates are now attorneys, college professors, federal law enforcement agents, state investigators, private security managers, court investigators, assistant district attorneys, judges, probation and parole supervisors, police o# cers and managers, and criminal justice researchers.

Employers

• Athens-Clarke County Police • Boeing Company • Clarke County Solicitor General • Cobb County Community Center • Customs & Border Protection• Department of Homeland Security• Domestic Violence Shelters• Drug Enforcement Agency • Federal Government • Garcia, Rose, & Wiltshire, LLC • Georgia Bureau of Investigation• Georgia Department of Corrections • Georgia State Probation O# ce• Institute for Family Centered Services • O# ce of Child Support Services • Savannah Chatham Metro Police Department• State of Georgia• US Air Force• US Capitol Police


American Bar Association

www.abanet.org/

American Criminal Justice Association

www.acjalae.org

American Society of Criminology

www.asc41.com

National Assoc. of Legal Assistants

www.nala.org/

National Criminal Justice Association

www.ncja.org

National Federation of Paralegal Associations

www.paralegals.org

Archive of Criminal Justice

http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/NACJD

National Criminal Justice Service

www.ncjrs.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE, SOCIAL & POLITICAL SCIENCE

Dr. Zaphon Wilson, Department Head | 912.344.2593 | Fax 912.344.9498 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

COMMUNICATION

SCIENCES &

DISORDERS?

The Communication Sciences and Disorders area is concerned with training of speech/language pathologists, audiologists, and teachers of the hearing impaired. The bachelor’s degree is a general degree that will prepare students to work in many areas or to apply to graduate school. Students who wish to work as licensed and certi! ed speech-language pathologists must complete additional training after the bachelor’s degree. To obtain full professional credentials and certi! cation from the Georgia Department of Education, students must obtain a Master’s degree from an accredited program.

Armstrong Atlantic State University’s Communication Sciences and Disorders program prepares students for graduate study in the ! elds of speech-language pathology and/or audiology. Professionals in these ! elds evaluate and develop intervention plans for individuals of all ages with speech, language, cognitive, swallowing, and hearing impairments.

Possible Job Titles

• Activities Director

• Audiologist

• Behavioral Specialist

• Disability Coordinator

• Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

• Medical Transcriptionist

• Observationalist

• Occupational Therapist Tech

• Pathologist

• Rehabilitation Aid

• Service Coordinator

• Speech Aide

• Speech and Hearing Therapist

• Speech Language Pathologist

• Speech Pathologist

• Speech Pathology Aide

• Speech Pathology Assistant

• Speech Therapist

• Speech Therapy Aid

• Speech Therapy Assistant

• Teacher Assistant

• Teacher

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Communications Sciences & Disorders Majors

• Complete a bachelor’s degree program in Communications Sciences & Disorders or Speech Pathology, focusing on getting good grades for entrance to graduate school

• Obtain entrance into a master’s level program for Communications Sciences & Disorders or Speech Pathology

• Obtain certi! cation as a Speech Pathologist• Acquire experience working with patients with speech di" culties through volunteer

work• Get involved in student organizations related to speech pathology• Job shadow or perform informational interviews a professional speech pathologist to

gain insight into the job

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With nearly 10 percent of the world’s population a# ected by communication disorders, the ! eld of communication sciences and disorders is an area of critical need. Work sites include schools, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, home health care, and private practice. Graduates will meet the expanding need in southeast Georgia, the state, region, and country.

B.S. graduates in this ! eld need a Master’s degree for entry level employment and our baccalaureate graduates are well prepared for advanced studies at the graduate level. With graduate level training careers include:

• Speech-Language Pathologist• Audiologist• Research Scientist

Employers

• Athens Regional Medical Center• Athens Speech & Language Services• Athens-Clarke County Schools• Atlanta Ear, Nose, Throat• Audiological Consul of Atlanta• Bay Medical Center• Brooks Rehabilitation Center• Chattanooga Ear Nose Throat• Childrens Communications Center• Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta• Cobb Pediatric Speech Services• Columbus Speech & Hearing Center• Dekalb County Schools• Egleston Children’s Hospital• Frye Regional Medical Center• House Ear Clinic• Huntington Ear, Nose & Throat• LaFayette Nursing & Rehabilitation• Northeast Georgia Medical Center• Progressive Therapy, Inc.• Rockdale County School System• Screven County Schools• Speech Care, Inc.• Speech Pathology Education Center• Team Rehab, Inc.• The Emory Clinic• VA Medical Center• Winter Haven Hospital


American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

www.asha.org/

Georgia Board of Speech Language Pathology &

Audiology

www.sos.ga.gov/plb/speech/

Georgia Department of Education

www.doe.k12.ga.us/

National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

www.nsslha.org/default.htm

TeachGeorgia – Georgia’s O" cial Teacher

Recruitment Website

www.teachgeorgia.org/home.aspx

U.S. Department of Education

www.ed.gov/index.jhtml

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES & DISORDERS

Dr. Jean Neils-Strunjas, Program Coordinator | 912.344.2969 | Fax 912.344.9493 | [email protected]



major in

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION?

Teachers can have great impact on the social, personal, and intellectual development of individuals. Their in! uence stems from a love of learning, a talent for awakening students to new modes of thinking, an understanding of the human development process, and professional skills. Teachers can be found in almost every sector of society, and they instruct a wide range of topics. While speci" c course requirements vary among disciplines, most teachers will ful" ll the academic requirements of a major in a chosen " eld, will be literate in the history, philosophy, psychology, sociology and methodology of education, and have developed initial teaching skills through supervised clinical experiences.

Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education receive an initial T-4 license upon completion of requirements and are certi" ed to teach preschool through " fth grade in the state of Georgia. Our degree program is Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and certi" ed by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC).

Possible Job Titles

• Alumni Relations Coordinator

• Athletic Coach

• Camp Director

• Child Life Specialist

• Customer Service Representative

• Education & Training Coordinator

• Educational Materials Coordinator

• Educational Therapist

• Elementary School Teacher

• Employee Training Instructor

• Information Specialist

• In-Home Day care

• Learning Specialist

• Library Assistant


• Missionary Worker

• Organizational Trainer

• Outdoor Educator

• Paraprofessional Teacher

• Personnel Consultant

• Preschool Teacher

• Project Coordinator

• Recreation Coordinator

• Religious Education Coordinator

• Resource Teacher

• Social Services Volunteer

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Early Childhood Education Majors

• Develop skills related to problem-solving and quick thinking• Learn how to work e# ectively with parents and adults as well as children• Develop soft skills such as fostering a positive learning environment, communicating/

presenting material in multiple ways, and developing meaningful relationships• Volunteer with the Boys & Girls Club or Big Brothers Big Sisters to develop a long term

relationship with a child and to learn motivation techniques• Earn good grades in your freshmen and sophomore level courses to establish a solid

academic record for being accepted to the program• Establish a good working relationship with your cooperating teacher during your

student teacher experience senior year as their reference will be invaluable to you

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Graduates of Early Childhood Education programs are in demand, and the employment outlook for elemen-tary teachers is positive. Our graduates are employed in Chatham County as well as surrounding counties, in other parts of the state, and nationally.

Upon completion of this degree, students are eligible to teach elementary school in the State of Georgia in both public and private schools. While a master’s degree is not required to begin teaching in Georgia, some of our students do choose to pursue additional education for advancement opportunities.

Employers

• Amazon.com• American Air Lines• Atlanta Veterans• Administrative• Business and Industry• Camps• Campus Crusade for Christ• Churches• Clarke County Schools• Colleges and Universities• Community Centers• Consulting Firms• Educational Publishers• Emory University• First Baptist Church of Decatur• HealthSouth Corporation• Hospitals• Human Resource O$ ces• Libraries• Non-Pro" t Agencies• Private Tutoring Agencies• Professional Organizations• The University of Georgia Career Center• Elementary and Social Studies Education Department• Public & Private Schools• Public Relations Firms• Savannah Country Day• State & Federal Government• Textbook Companies• Waseca Learning Environment


American Association of School Administrators

www.aasa.org/about/index.cfm

American Educational Research Association

www.aera.net

American Federation of Teachers

www.aft.org/

Georgia Department of Education

www.doe.k12.ga.us/

National Education Association

www.nea.org/index.html

U.S. Department of Education

www.ed.gov/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF CHILDHOOD & EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

Dr. John Hobe, Department Head | 912.344.2564 | Fax 912.344.3443 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

ECONOMICS?

Economics is the study of the ways people make a living; produce, distribute, and consume goods and services; and reach decisions about the use of scarce resources. With coursework in statistics and business administration, the student will understand how to analyze problems such as in! ation, unemployment and e" cient uses of natural resources. For students interested in business careers, economics is an essential foundation for business education. Similarly, when it’s viewed in the broader sense of a liberal arts education, economics is a core discipline and an integral part of a well-rounded course of study.

The modern market economy is perhaps the most complex information network that ever existed. Economists are the people who study this system, model it and seek to explain how it functions. Economics at Armstrong Atlantic State University is a rigorous and intellectually demanding program. The Department of Economics o# ers a bachelor of arts in economics with a choice between a general economics track and an international economics track. Both tracks of the economics B.A. require courses in economic theory, econometrics and a senior thesis. The general track o# ers a wide variety of courses in applied, quantitative, global, and policy-related $ elds. The international track requires courses in international economics, a foreign language and at least three credits in an earned international study program.

Possible Job Titles

• Account Executive

• Analyst

• Analyst Associate

• Assistant Professor

• Associate Consultant

• Billing Specialist

• Campus Sta#

• Client Services Representative

• Consultant

• Data Analyst

• Development Analyst

• Director

• Economist

• Financial Analyst

• Financial Planner

• General Manager

• Human Resource Manager

• Implementation Analyst

• Intelligence Analyst

• Internet Manager

• Investment Associate

• Junior Auditor

• Junior Associate

• Operation Manager

• Personal Assistant

• Research Analyst

• Sales Associate

• Veteran Service Representative

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Economics Majors

• Choose a career focus and structure curricular and extra-curricular activities to achieve your goals.

• Obtain volunteer, part-time, summer, or internship experience to enhance your career path. For example, complete a $ nance-related internship if interested in a career in banking, or a government-related internship if you are interested in politics.

• Develop an excellent background in research, math, statistics, and computers.• Earn a graduate degree in economics, business, or other related $ elds for increased

marketability.• Do informational interviewing with professionals across disciplines to learn more

about $ elds of interest.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS



The demand for economists is high. According to U.S. Bu-reau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 225,000 positions held by economists and market and survey researchers at the present time. The projected increase in demand for economists by the year 2016 is up to 7%. The outlook is particularly good for those economists skilled in quantitative methods. Economics is the largest and most highly paid $ eld in social science. According to a 2008 sur-vey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, persons with a bachelor’s degree in economics received o# ers averaging $52,926 a year.

Most economists are concerned with practical applica-tions of economic policy in a particular area. They use their understanding of economic relationships to advise busi-nesses and other organizations, including the following:

• Insurance Companies• Banks• Securities Firms• Industry and Trade Associations• Labor Unions• Government Agencies

Graduates with a bachelor’s degree may $ nd jobs in indus-try and business as management or sales trainees. Large accounting $ rms are also interested in hiring economists. Economists with quantitative skills are quali$ ed for re-search assistant positions in a broad range of $ elds. Those who meet state certi$ cation requirements may become high school economics teachers. Economists who work for government agencies may assess economic conditions in the United States or abroad in order to estimate the eco-nomic e# ects of speci$ c changes in public policy or legisla-tion. Other jobs for economics graduates include $ nancial analysts, underwriters, actuaries and budget o" cers.


American Economic Association

www.aeaweb.org

Georgia Center for Nonpro$ ts

www.gcn.org/

National Association of Business Economics

www.nabe.com

The Economist

www.economist.com

National Bureau of Economics

www.nber.org

Economics Research Network

www.ssrn.com/ern/index.html

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

Dr. Yassaman Saadatmand, Department Head | 912.344.2539 | Fax 912.344.3485 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

ENGINEERING?

The Engineering Studies Program at Armstrong provides several unique opportunities for engineering students. Through the program, students build a solid foundation in humanities, mathematics, sciences and engineering. Learning takes place in a friendly, small college environment where students can obtain individual help from and main-tain close contact with professors outside of classes. Students completing the Arm-strong Atlantic Engineering Transfer Program have been very successful transferring to various engineering schools, which include Georgia Tech, Auburn, Clemson, University of Florida, Mercer University, North Carolina State and the University of South Carolina.

RETP and GTREP

The Regents’ Engineering Transfer Program (RETP) and the Georgia Tech Regional Engineering Program (GTREP) are articulated programs between Georgia Tech and Armstrong. In these programs, students complete their ! rst two years of engineering coursework at Armstrong, and those who successfully complete the program and who meet the GPA transfer requirements are admitted to Georgia Tech as juniors. GTREP students can complete bachelor of science degrees in civil, computer, electrical, envi-ronmental, or mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech while remaining in Savannah at Georgia Tech’s Savannah campus. RETP students can complete bachelor of science degrees in aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial, mate-rials science, mechanical, nuclear and radiological, or polymer and ! ber engineering at Georgia Tech’s Atlanta campus.

Guidelines for admission to the RETP and GTREP programs fall under two categories. Freshmen admission requires the student to meet a minimum SAT score of 1090 (com-bined verbal and mathematics sections) including a minimum 440 verbal score and 560 mathematics score, and a high school grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Stu-dents who are not eligible for freshman admission may start as pre-engineering majors and formally enter the programs as sophomores provided they complete the freshman year course requirements with a Regents’ grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. Any student admitted or eligible for admission to Georgia Tech can also enter Armstrong as an RETP or GTREP student.

Possible Job Titles

• Application Engineer

• Biomedical Engineer

• Civil Engineer

• Conservation Engineer

• Controls Engineer

• Design Engineer

• Distribution Engineer

• Electrical Engineer

• Environmental Engineer

• Fleet Engineer

• Food Engineer

• Industrial Engineer

• Manufacturing Engineer

• Mechanical Engineer

• Molding Analysis Engineer

• Packaging Engineer

• Pharmaceutical Engineer

• Plant Process Engineer

• Process Engineer

• Product Application Engineer

• Project Engineer

• Quality Control Lab Technician

• Research Engineer

• Service Manager


• Systems Engineer

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Engineering Majors

• Obtain related experience through co-ops or internships for business/industry-related careers

• Develop strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills• Learn federal, state, and local government job application procedures• Learn to work well within a team• Develop physical stamina for outdoor work• Get experience in organizing and directing workers and materials

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ENGINEERING STUDIES PROGRAM



Engineers apply science and mathematics to solve every-day problems and improve how we live our day-to-day lives. Starting salaries for entry level engineers are among the highest of college graduates holding a bachelor’s degree. A bachelor’s degree in engineering is usually re-quired to become a licensed professional engineer. Some engineer career options are civil, computer, electrical and mechanical.

Civil engineers plan, design, construct, and operate the infrastructure of our society. They design, build, and main-tain bridges, roads, airports, water systems and waste sys-tems. Civil engineers also work to protect against natural hazards such as: earthquakes, " oods and hurricanes. Civil engineers work in areas such as: transportation, construc-tion, geotechnics and water and environmental systems.

Computer engineers combine theories from computer science and electrical engineering to develop microchip technology, design and improve computing devices, ac-cessories, and electronic hardware and develop software systems. Computer engineers work in areas such as: tele-communications, medicine, computer hardware, micro-electronics, embedded systems and software engineering.

Electrical engineers design, develop and improve prod-ucts and technologies for electronics, power generation, machinery controls, navigation systems and telecommuni-cations. Electrical engineers work in areas such as: analog electronics, systems and controls, digital signal processing, optics, power generation, electromagnetics and communi-cations.

Mechanical engineers conceive, construct, test, and operate mechanical, thermal and biological devices. They design and develop manufacturing systems, robots, automobiles, aircraft and medical equipment. Mechanical engineers work in areas such as: bioengineering, materi-als, manufacturing, robotics and microelectromechanical systems.


American Society of Agricultural and Biological

Engineers

www.asabe.org/

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

www.asme.org/

Institute of Biological Engineering

www.ibeweb.org/

Biomedical Engineering Society

www.bmes.org

American Society of Civil Engineers

www.asce.org

Society of Women Engineers

http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/


Dr. Cameron Coates, Interim Program Coordinator | 912.344.2571 | Fax 912.344.3415 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

ENGLISH?

English is a major branch of the language arts with a primary focus on writing, reading, literature, and speech. Although accurate use of the English language is essential to every college graduate, encountering the humanizing forces of languages and litera-ture is the primary objective for students in this major. An English major will gain skills in critical thinking and articulate self-expression as well as knowledge of English and American Literature, language history and usage, and the critical contexts that help us to interpret our own language as well as others. Although the program encourages breadth and variety, it also o! ers ample opportunity for intensive study of particular interests, such as linguistics or creative and technical writing.

English majors have a choice of pursuing either a traditional English track that focuses on literature or an English/Professional Communications track that emphasizes writing in particular professional contexts. Both programs require 36 credit hours of upper-level, major courses.

Possible Job Titles

• Bacteriologist

• Academic Advisor


• Advertising Assistant

• Announcer (Radio/TV)

• Assistant Language Teacher

• Attorney

• Author

• Bibliographer

• Broadcast Journalist

• Communications Specialist

• Congressional Aide

• Copy Writer/Editor

• Disc Jockey

• Foreign Correspondent

• Human Resources

• Immigration Assistant


• Interpreter

• Interviewer

• Journalist

• Linguist

• Manager Trainee

• Marketing Assistant

• Mass Media Assistant

• Media Specialist

• Mortgage Loan Specialist

• Playwright

• Publicity Coordinator

• Research Journalist

• Teacher

• Technical Writer/Editor

Strategies Associated with Jobs for English Majors

• Develop your skills related to public speaking and professional writing• Gain experience in critical reading and thinking through the reading in your classes• Attain an internship in your desired " eld of English/Communications within your " rst

several semesters to ensure major choice• Learn to speak an additional language # uently• Consider a study abroad or work abroad experience to broaden you understanding of

language • Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence with contacts• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the " eld, continue


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Our programs provide students with the foundation for almost any career they might want to follow. Majoring in English will broaden and deepen understanding and enjoyment of literature, enhance appreciation of the sur-rounding culture, develop analytical and critical skills and prepare students for a host of opportunities. We have approximately 250 students pursuing English majors and these students will have a variety of career options upon graduation. Many of our recent graduates have pursued advanced degrees in English, creative writing, law, history, comparative literature and foreign languages. Our students have been accepted into prestigious universities including Yale, University of Florida, University of Georgia, Michigan State University, Notre Dame and Columbia University. A number of our graduates teach locally in public and private schools or pursue careers in education administration.

Our English majors are not restricted to the " eld of teach-ing, however. A recent survey shows that a majority of our graduates choose nonacademic professions. These gradu-ates have found rewarding employment in business and the public sector. Their career choices attest to the diver-sity of an English degree. This diverse group of employers includes publishers, newspapers and magazines, insurance companies, public relations departments, real estate " rms, banks, and government o$ ces.

Employers

• Alloy Industrial Contractors• Armstrong Atlantic State University • Armstrong Atlantic State University Library • Derenne Middle School • Hyatt-Regency Hotel • Public Relations Department of the City of Savannah• Richmond Hill High School• Savannah Chamber of Commerce• Savannah High School • Savannah Magazine• Savannah Sand Gnats Baseball Team• United Shipping Lines • Windsor Forest High School• WSAV Television• WTOC Television


American Copy Editors Society

www.copydesk.org

American Society of Journalists & Authors

www.asja.org

National Council of Teachers of English

www.ncte.org

American Library Association

www.ala.org

Magazine Publishers of America

www.magazine.org

National Writers Association

www.nationalwriters.org

American Society of Journalists & Authors

www.asja.org

Association of Literary Scholars and Critics

www.bu.edu/literary/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES, LITERATURE & PHILOSOPHY

Dr. David Wheeler, Department Head | 912.344.2594 | Fax 912.344.3494 | [email protected]



major in

GENDER &

WOMEN’S STUDIES?

Women’s studies provides you with all the bene! ts of a liberal arts degree. Liberal arts education emphasizes critical thinking, which can be applied to a multitude of careers. It demonstrates to a potential employer that you have the con! dence, skills, and maturity to earn a college degree; that you are well-rounded, having studied a wide variety of topics rather than one narrow skill area; that you likely are able to think more globally than many other job applicants. Managers often prefer liberal arts majors because they are skilled at organizing material, writing well, and making oral presentations. Moreover, a Women’s Studies major equips you with signi! cant additional advantages.

Gender and Women’s Studies is an interdisciplinary program that examines the social, cultural, and biological constructions of gender and sexuality. The program is founded on close collaboration between academic departments, allowing our students to work with methodologies that cross traditional academic disciplines.

In the spring of 2000, Armstrong approved the creation of an undergraduate minor in Women’s Studies, renamed Gender and Women’s Studies in 2004 to re# ect the growing curricular and theoretical changes in the discipline. In the fall of 2007, Armstrong began to o$ er a Bachelor of Arts degree in Gender and Women’s Studies.

Possible Job Titles

• Accounts Coordinator

• Alcoholism Counselor

• Case Manager

• Chemical Dependency Specialist

• Community and Family Develop-

ment Specialist

• Community Health Specialist

• Direct Care Counselor

• Director of Graduate Education

• Educator for Planned Parenthood

• English as a Second Language

Teacher

• High School Teacher

• HIV Counselor

• In-Patient AIDS Social Worker

• Intake Coordinator

• Legal Aid Attorney

• Librarian

• Managing Attorney for Legal Aid

Society

• O% ce Manager

• Program Advisor/Assistant

• Project Director

• Public A$ airs Specialist

• Public Interest Lawyer

• Reproductive Health Counselor

• Small-Business Owner

• Social Worker

• Sta$ Attorney

• Vocational Counselor

• Volunteer Program Coordinator

Skills Associated with Gender & Women’s Studies Majors

• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information e$ ectively• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time

to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Monitoring: Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

• Writing: Communicating e$ ectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one

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The need for graduates with a background in the study of gender and women’s issues is growing. Professionals must develop, assess and implement programs designed to address problems of violence against women, illiteracy and inadequate healthcare, among many others. These problems are often impacted by gender and racial or eth-nic di$ erences. Traditional academic disciplines sometimes address these issues though “adding-on” discipline-speci! c units or courses, but approaches to gender and diver-sity are now so complex and the body of gender-related research is so substantial that this kind of additive ap-proach is no longer su% cient. A major in GWST addresses these societal and academic needs in a way that creates a breadth of focus not available in many traditional under-graduate degrees.

These attributes make GWST students valuable candidates for jobs in many ! elds. Some of the potential career op-tions for these students include those in the areas of the arts, business, social work and psychology, media, politics and law, sports, education and health care.

There are many practical applications for Women’s Stud-ies training on the job. For example, as more women work, business and corporations ! nd the need for more sensitivity to women’s issues such as sexual harassment, # ex-time, parental leave, pay equity, and equal employ-ment opportunities. The development of women’s agen-cies and organizations is spurring demand for graduates with specializations in Women’s Studies. There is growing demand in the professions of law, medicine, social work, teaching, counseling, and government service for expertise on gender issues. Similarly, women’s studies specialists are increasingly being used as consultants in industry, higher education, insurance companies, and personnel ! rms. Perhaps most importantly, many Women’s Studies gradu-ates say that their education gave them the con! dence to pursue careers traditionally held by men.


Career Opportunities for Women’s Studies

https://www.msu.edu/~wmstdy/wsmjr5.htm

Georgia Career Information Center

www.gcic.peachnet.edu

(must obtain access code from Career Services)

O*Net Online

http://online.onetcenter.org


www.bls.gov/oco

Alberta Occupational Pro! les

www.alis.gov.ab.ca/occinfo/frameset.asp

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF GENDER & WOMEN’S STUDIES

Dr. Teresa Winterhalter, Program Coordinator | 912.344.3363 | Fax 912.344.3494 | [email protected]



major in

HEALTH &

PHYSICAL

EDUCATION?

The physical education major is designed to prepare the student for a career of teaching health and physical education with contemporary facilities and equipment in the public/private school systems at the preschool to high school level. Classes are o! ered by experienced faculty.

The Department of Health and Physical Education is located in the Sports Center adjacent to the 10-court tennis complex and general parking lot. The fully equipped Sports Center features four classrooms, a " tness center, a human performance lab, athletic training facilities, locker rooms, the Hall of Fame Room, a computer lab, a conference room, a jogging track, o# ces, and the Alumni Arena (seating 3000). The varsity baseball " eld, varsity softball " eld and intramural and recreation " elds are located next to the Sports Center. The department also uses the Aquatic and Recreation Center for aerobic, aquatic, dance and team sports classes as well as many intramural activities.

All health and physical education majors must complete 60 semester hours in their major " eld of study. They must also complete additional semester hours of professional education courses to qualify them for teacher certi" cation. The total semester hour requirement for a baccalaureate degree is 123 semester hours.

Possible Job Titles

• Assistant Baseball Coach

• Assistant Football Coach

• Assistant Golf Coach

• Assistant Gymnastics Coach

• Assistant Women’s Basketball

• Coach

• Assistant Strength & Conditioning

Coach

• Assistant Director of Event Man-

agement

• Assistant Facilities Coordinator

• Bench Club Facility Manager

• Conferences & Leagues Coordina-

tor

• Corporate Sponsorship

• Director of Sports Marketing

• Director/Program Promotions

• Health & Fitness Industry

• Health Coordinator

• Human Resources Manager

• Marketing & Promotions Manager

• Marketing Director

• Operations Coordinator


• Senior Promotion Coordinator

• Sponsorship & Promotions Rep

• Teacher/Athletic Trainer

• Teacher/Coach

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Health & Physical Education Majors

• Complete a college level teacher preparation program• Obtain teacher certi" cation for desired subject area and /or grade level• Obtain dual certi" cation for better employability, or consider coaching a sport team at

the school• Acquire teaching experience through practicum and clinical experiences• Get involved in student teacher organizations• Obtain masters degree to increase employability and income potential• Volunteer with local organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club or Big Brothers Big Sisters

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Our graduates " nd careers as teachers in both public and private schools, and some graduates go on to earn ad-vanced degrees that prepare them to teach college physi-cal education. Alternative career opportunities for physical educators include the following:

• Equipment Design• Health/Medical Rehabilitation and Therapy• Sports Administration/Management• Sports Communication• Sports Marketing• Physical Activity Instruction

The list of potential area employers in physical education includes the Chatham County School System, the E# ng-ham County School System, Bryan County School System, McIntosh County School System, Screven County School System, and the many private schools in those counties.

Possible Employers:

• Bolletticri Sports• Chipola Junior College• Disney Sports Attractions• Fitness Centers• Georgia Southern University• Nashville Arena/Leisure Management• National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics• Oconee County Schools• Peach Bowl• Pinellas County Schools• Rockdale County Schools• Sea Island Company• US Military Academy• UGA Athletic Association• United States Army• United States Military Academy• University of West Alabama• University of Dayton• University of Houston• University of Richmond• University of South Carolina• Walker County School System• Walnut Grove Elementary School• Westpoint Military Academy• Winder-Barrow Schools


Cool Works

www.coolworks.com/showme/

On-Line Sports Career Center

www.onlinesports.com/pages/CareerCenter.html

Coach U

www.coachu.com

Sports Mark Management Group, Ltd.

www.smgnet.com/

Professional Management Inc.

www.professionalmanagement.com/

American Journal of Health Promotion

www.healthpromotionjournal.com/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF ADOLESCENT & ADULT EDUCATION

Dr. Greg Wimer, Program Coordinator | 912.344.3508 | Fax 912.344.3450 | [email protected]



major in

HEALTH SCIENCE?

Health Science is not a profession in itself; rather it’s a body of knowledge and set of skills that enable the student to develop expertise in health-related areas. Armstrong’s health science program allows students to focus in one of the following emphasis areas: public and community health, health services administration, health & ! tness management, and allied health. Students wishing to design, implement, teach and manage health delivery systems will learn the fundamentals of program planning, implementation and evaluation, and the intricacies of the skills necessary to assist those who strive to maintain their health and the health of others.

The Health Services Administration track includes the administration and management of health care programs in a variety of settings, including hospitals, group practices, the private sector, the health and ! tness industry, sales, gerontology, and public health.

The Public & Community Health track covers the improvement of the quality of life and overall well being by assisting individuals, communities, and societies to adopt healthy behaviors, policies, and environments. Employment settings may include public health programs, private sector programs, corporate wellness programs, gerontology, and the health and ! tness industry.

In the Health and Fitness Management track students are responsible for optimizing the health and performance of those involved in sporting activity at all levels. Employment settings may include hospital-based wellness centers, corporate wellness programs, nonpro! t wellness programs, and health and ! tness centers.

Possible Job Titles

• Administrative Services Manager

• Computer and Information Sys-

tems Manager

• Dietitian and Nutritionist

• Education Administrator

• Environmental Science and Protec-

tion Technician

• Epidemiologist

• Fitness and Wellness Coordinator

• Health Diagnosing and Treating

Practitioner

• Health Educator

• Health Specialties Teacher

• Health Technologist and Techni-

cian

• Home Health Aide

• Industrial Safety and Health Engi-

neers

• Medical and Health Services

Manager

• Medical and Public Health Social

Worker

• Medical Records and Health Infor-

mation Technician

• Mental Health and Substance

Abuse Social Worker

• Occupational Health and Safety

Specialist

• Quality Assurance Assistant

• Recreation and Fitness Studies

• Teacher

• Registered Nurse

Skills Associated with Health Science Majors


• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information e" ectively.• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time

to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.


• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.


• Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.• Writing: Communicating e" ectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the

audience.

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There is a need for health science professionals in health service settings for two reasons. First, the economics of our health care delivery system demands that Americans signi! cantly reduce health care costs and provide more ef-! cient health services. Second, the leading causes of mor-bidity and mortality in this country are largely preventable and are related to a person’s life-styles and health choices.

With these reasons in the forefront, a paradigm shift is now underway in the health sciences, which will place further emphasis upon the skills of quali! ed health promo-tion and education, health administration and ! tness pro-fessionals. Armstrong’s health science program has been designed with these present and future needs in mind.

A health science graduate will ! nd employment opportuni-ties in a variety of health promotion, enhancement, reha-bilitation, management and education areas. Educational and administrative opportunities in programs exist in the following areas:

• Life-Style Risks Nutrition• Fitness• Acute Care and Chronic Disease Management• Weight Reduction• Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation• Epidemiology• Practice Management Growth and Development

The health science graduate will ! nd these opportunities in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, public and nonpro! t health organizations, wellness centers, ! t-ness centers and spas, and industry. Our health science graduates work in the southeast in many of these settings; however, many of our students choose to defer employ-ment so that they may pursue a master’s degree.


American College of Healthcare Executives

www.ache.org/

Explore Health Careers

explorehealthcareers.org/en/home



(must obtain access code from Career Services)

O*Net Online



www.bls.gov/oco



ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCE

Dr. Sandy Streater, Department Head | 912.344.2548 | Fax 912.344.3490 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

HISTORY?

History is the study and research of major social, economic, political and cultural events of the past. A sound component of liberal arts education, history serves practical needs by providing solid background for pursuing graduate studies or a career in law, education, business, advertising, ministry, journalism, government service, or preservation. The history major meets an important need for the business world by providing the ability to analyze and write e! ectively, and by developing a sense of balanced judgment. For those who choose to teach, the major provides necessary subject-matter content. Finally, the history major prepares students for professional careers that require a satisfactory acquisition of knowledge and skills related to the study of the past.

The Bachelor of Arts in History provides the student with a fuller understanding of self and society. By studying the fascinating developments of past cultures, historians seek to better comprehend who we are today and where we are going. On a more pragmatic level, the Bachelor of Arts in History o! ers rigorous training in critical thinking, research and writing skills highly valued in today’s job market.

Students majoring in history may choose to concentrate in American, European or Non-Western history. Training in public history is also a strength of the department.

Possible Job Titles

• Archeologist

• Architectural Historian

• Archivist

• Biography Writer

• Case Manager

• CIA / FBI Agent

• Congressional Sta! Aide

• Curator


• Disability Bene" ts Coordinator

• Editor

• Exhibits Specialist

• Foreign News Correspondent

• Historical Interpreter

• Historical Society Director

• Intelligence Analyst

• Journalist

• Lawyer


• Lobbyist

• Manager Of Membership Services

• Management Analyst

• Museum Guide

• Museum Recruiter

• National Park Ranger

• News Director

• Paralegal

• Professor

• Program Analyst

• Public Relations Associate

• Receptionist

• Teacher

Strategies Associated with Jobs for History Majors

• Develop your skills related to public speaking and professional writing• Gain experience in critical reading and thinking through the reading in your classes• Attain an internship in your desired " eld of History within your " rst several semesters

to ensure major choice• Learn to speak an additional language # uently to be highly competitive for

government positions• Consider a study abroad or work abroad experience to broaden you understanding of

history and other cultures• Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence with contacts• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the " eld, continue


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Increasingly, business professionals are coming to realize that they need people who have the ability to collect and synthesize data, think on their feet and write well. The his-tory major excels in all these skills. In addition to entering the private business sector, many of Armstrong Atlantic State University’s history majors have found work in archives, museums and libraries across the southeastern United States. Some have chosen to teach while others are participating in the burgeoning tourism trade. A degree in history is also ideal preparation for law school and gradu-ate programs in the humanities.

Employers

• American Arbitration Association• Angle Press• Appalachian State University• Atlanta History Center• Atlanta Media• Bradburn Company• Chambers of Commerce• Department of Natural Resources• Department of Community A! airs• Flint River Academy• Georgia’s District Attorney O$ ce• Grayson County Schools• Historical Societies• InteliTeach• Jones County School District• Justice Department• Library of Congress• Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum• Morris Communication• Newnan Times Herald• Owens Thomas House• Research Foundations• The University of Georgia• The Vanguard Group• US Military


American Association for State and Local History

www.aaslh.org


www.aam-us.org

American Historical Association

www.historians.org

National Archives

www.nara.gov

National Trust for Historic Preservation

www.nthp.org

Organization of American Historians

www.oah.org


www.archivists.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY

Dr. Michael Price, Department Head | 912.344.2763 | Fax 912.344.3451 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY?

The Department of Information Technology at Armstrong o! ers a Bachelor of Information Technology degree and an online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree. We expect that virtually all of the graduates will immediately enter the profession of Information Technology. The major includes courses designed to accomplish the following primary objectives:

• Prepare students for IT positions in a wide variety of organizations.• Provide a sound foundation in IT together with practical aspects of the discipline.• Provide knowledge of selecting, designing, developing, managing, integrating, and

deploying computer systems in order to achieve organizational objectives through e! ective resource utilization.

• Provide students with fundamental skills in IT to be prepared to adapt to technological changes.

Computer Science courses generally deal with fundamentals, principles and theoretical aspects of design, development and maintenance of computer systems. The focus of IT is on practical aspects of design, deployment, integration and management of these systems. The two disciplines overlap and complement one another.

The WebBSIT is a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree o! ered online via the Internet. It is a collaborative project of " ve University System of Georgia colleges and universities. The WebBSIT program re# ects the academic standards of the on-site IT department, while providing the convenience and # exibility for busy people who " nd it di$ cult to travel to a campus. The program of study provides a solid background in the technical, user-centric and managerial skills required by information technology managers. All WebBSIT students must be enrolled at one of the " ve WebBSIT institutions, which includes Armstrong.

Possible Job Titles


• Accounting Systems Analyst

• Billing and Coding Supervisor

• Business Systems Analyst

• Client Server Support Analyst

• Computer Systems Engineer

• Consultant

• Customer Support Specialist

• Data Network Security Administra-

tor

• Foreign Systems Integration

Analyst

• Engineer

• Interface Designer

• IT Auditor Associate

• LAN Site Manager

• Logistics Manager

• Network Administrator

• Project Managers

• Revenue Management Analyst

• Risk Management Associate

• Software Consultant

• Software Developers


• Systems Analyst

• Systems Programmer

• Technical Consultant

• Technology Analyst

• Training Instructor

• Web Developer

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Information Technology Majors

• Develop problem solving and logical thinking skills through technical courses• Utilize critical reasoning and analytical skills to develop solutions to problems• Focus on accuracy and attention to detail when putting together reports and projects• Gain experience training others or teaching technical skills to strengthen your own

skill set or to prepare for your career• Take a public speaking course to develop your verbal and nonverbal communication

skills• Find job shadowing or internship experience that will help you focus your interest

area and give you experience for your resume• Develop relationships with professors and supervisor in related " elds to use as

references for employment or graduate school

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IT professionals are involved with many facets of de-ployment and use of computer systems. Jobs are often centered on using organizational resources e! ectively, including hardware, software, and people. There are an increasing number of positions for computer specialists to train non-computer specialists of a company, as well as roles troubleshooting and dealing with a variety of soft-ware and hardware issues. Jobs in data and information services provide many new opportunities for IT specialists. With the continued growth of the Internet, companies are recognizing the value of e! ective secure storage and retrieval of information.

Employers

• Apple Computer• CISCO• City of Savannah• Data General• Delta Airlines• Department of Homeland Security• Digital Equipment Corporation• Georgia Ports Authority• Georgia Power• Go Software• Gulfstream Aerospace• Honeywell • IBM • Lockheed Martin• Memorial Medical Center• Oracle Systems• Raytheon• Savannah Electric• Savannah Foods• Savannah Labs• Skidaway Institute of Oceanography • Union Camp• Verisign• Wal-Mart• WTOC


American Society for Information Sciences

www.asis.org

Association for Computing Machinery

www.acm.org

Association for Women in Computing

www.awc-hq.org/

Institute for Certi" cation of Computing Professionals

www.iccp.org

Computer Software/Systems Jobs

www.nationjob.com/computers

Tech Careers

www.techweb.com

Technology Professional Job Search

www.dice.com

Hoovers Job Bank

www.hoovers.com


Dr. Hong Zhang, Interim Department Head | 912.344.2542 | [email protected]



major in

LAW & SOCIETY?

A Law and Society degree provides:

• An interdisciplinary liberal arts education focused on the relationship between societal issues, the law, and government.

• Preparation for careers in public service.• Exposure to relevant topics in government, criminal justice, history, political

theory, sociology, economics, philosophy and psychology.• Preparation for the pursuit of graduate studies in related ! elds.

Students who earn four-year degrees at Armstrong in Law and Society will be able to understand complex issues that a" ect American society, how those issues relate to the Constitution, and how the various levels of government manage those issues responsibly.

This innovative academic program is one of very few in the Southeast United States. As a multi-disciplinary academic program, students may choose from a broad array of courses in the social sciences. Students graduating with a major in Law and Society have gone on to pursue advanced degrees in some of the nation’s most prestigious universities. The faculty is nationally acclaimed and includes professors from the disciplines of Criminal Justice, Economics, English, Gender and Women’s Studies, History, Political Science, Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology.

The B.A. in Law and Society consists of academic tracks in government and judicial studies, human behavior and law, as well as social theory and philosophy. The B.A. in Law and Society consists of 123 hours of course work including 60 hours of general education requirements.

Possible Job Titles

• Administrative Law Judge, Adjudi-

cator, and Hearing O# cer

• Crime Statistician

• Community Relations O# cer

• Criminal Justice and Law Enforce-

ment Teacher

• Editor

• Exhibit Designer

• Federal Agent

• Fingerprint Examiner

• Historian

• Immigration and Customs Inspec-

tor

• Industrial Safety and Health

Engineer

• Law Clerk

• Law Teacher

• Lawyer

• Librarian

• Mediation Specialist

• Non-Pro! t Worker

• Paralegal/Legal Assistant

•Police Fire and Ambulance Dis-

patcher

• Police O# cer

• Probation O# cer

• Research Assistant

• Sociologist

• Reporter/Correspondent

• Youth Counselor

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Law & Society Majors


• Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.• Writing: Communicating e" ectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the

audience.• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current

and future problem-solving and decision-making.• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses

of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of

potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

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Law and Society prepares graduates for careers in public service at the local, state or federal level; non-pro! t public assistance organizations; graduate studies in the social sci-ences, or law school. As an interdisciplinary program, the Law and Society major, with its exposure to a broad range of knowledge, is attractive to a variety of prospective em-ployers in both the public and private sectors, and provides the graduate with the $ exibility to pursue any number of career options.

As our modern, highly diverse society continues to grow and mature, government agencies and non-pro! t organiza-tions will seek graduates who are educated in the issues, good or otherwise, that a" ect American life, but who also understand the process of working within organizations that are governed by an array of laws, rules, and regula-tions. The ability to understand clearly the nexus between these problems and protocol is the essence of a degree in Law and Society. For those who are considering post-baccalaureate graduate education, this degree will prepare the student for studies in any of the sub-disciplines that compose the Law and Society program.

Employers

• Amnesty International• Customs & Border Protection• Department of Homeland Security• Drug Enforcement Agency• FBI / CIA• Georgia Bureau of Investigation• Georgia Parole Department• Georgia Ports Authority• Law O# ces• NAACP• Private Security Firms• Savannah Chatham Metro Police Department• US Military


American Association for State and Local History

www.aaslh.org


www.aam-us.org

American Historical Association

www.historians.org

National Archives

www.nara.gov

National Trust for Historic Preservation

www.nthp.org

Organization of American Historians

www.oah.org


www.archivists.org


Dr. William Daugherty, Program Coordinator | 912.344.2593 | William. [email protected]



major in

LIBERAL STUDIES?

A student with academic interests for which no suitable major is o! ered by any single department in the College of Arts and Sciences may pursue an Liberal Studies major. A Liberal Studies major plans a program of study and senior thesis with a faculty advisor and an advisory committee, who are chosen by the student and the Liberal Studies Coordinator. The Liberal Studies program is a rigorous one that requires early planning on the student’s part. The " rst step for students interested in a Liberal Studies major is to contact the Coordinator of Liberal Studies for further information. Liberal Studies o! ers students the opportunity to develop individualized cross-disciplinary majors utilizing courses from the social sciences, the humanities, and/or the professional schools and colleges.

The Liberal Studies Major is unique in the College of Letters and Science in the importance it assigns to the advising role. This multi-disciplinary degree emphasizes breadth of learning. In place of the traditional major " eld courses, Bachelors of Liberal Studies students take additional courses in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics and sciences, and communication arts.

Possible Job Titles

• Archeologist

• Architectural Historian

• Army Recruiter

• Biography Writer

• Case Manager

• Childcare Provider

• CIA / FBI Agent

• Congressional Sta! Aide

• Curator

• Designer

• Digital Artist

• Disability Bene" ts Coordinator

• Editor

• Foreign News Correspondent

• Graphic Designer

• Historical Society Director

• Internet Developer

• Journalist


• Lobbyist


• Museum Recruiter

• Network Services Specialist

• Non-Pro" t Administrator

• Paralegal

• Production Artist

• Public Relations Associate

• Writer

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Liberal Studies Majors

• Learn to be skillful at analytical reasoning and ample command of grammar and vocabulary

• Develop excellent written and oral communication skills and develop attention to detail

• Develop skills by obtaining a leadership role in student organizations and get involved in student government

• Familiarize yourself with the government application process for opportunities in federal and state government

• Familiarize yourself with proposal writing and gain as much experience as possible through volunteer positions, internships, or part-time jobs

• Participate in activities such as debate or literary clubs, campus publications, or student government

• Involve yourself in roles of leadership such as resident advisor, peer mentor, or student advisor

• Develop on transferable skills and strong statistics background for research positions

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The Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree is designed for mature students with clearly de" ned academic and career goals. Working closely with an advisor, the student pre-pares an individual program of study that is consistent with his or her expectations and plans.

Bachelor of Liberal Studies graduates " nd employment with social service agencies, governmental organizations, industries and businesses. Many employers seek broadly educated individuals for managerial and/or administrative positions for which speci" c orientation is provided after employment.

Employers

• Atlanta History Center• Atlanta Media• Balt-Trading, International• Bermuda Biological Station• Bradburn Company• Chambers of Commerce• Department of Resources• Department of Community A! airs• Digital Insight• Educate Asian• Environmental Research and Ethnoscience• Fallon Products• Flint River Academy• Flying Rock Enterprises• Georgia’s Attorney O# ce• GTE Directories• Hitachi Power Tools• Jones County School District• Justice Department• Library of Congress• New World Graphics• Newnan Times Herald• Patent, Inc. • Research Foundations• SMI• Summit School• The University of Georgia• The Vanguard Group


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ARMSTRONG LIBERAL STUDIES PROGRAM

Dr. Peggy Clifton, Program Coordinator | 912.344.2613 | Fax 912.344.3460 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

MATHEMATICAL

SCIENCES?

Mathematics is a powerful tool in many diverse careers. It is a language of technology. In a highly technological age, those at the forefront of mathematics and statistics are integral to rapid progress within all societies. Math plays a major role in actuarial science, astronomy, chemistry, physics, computer science, economics, engineering, biology, geophysics, operations research, oceanography, meteorology, linguistics, library science, cryptology, seismology, and environmental science. A strong mathematics background has become nearly a prerequisite for advanced study in the natural and social sciences. Critical problems in government, health, the environmental ! elds, private industry, and the academic world require advanced mathematical and statistical techniques for they provide exacting analytical and quantitative tools necessary. The study of mathematics satis! es a wide range of interests because it promotes the study of patterns and structures, trains in clear and logical thought, and develops the imagination. Mathematics plays an integral role in a variety of professions.

The mathematics program at Armstrong o" ers a very strong and # exible major. Three basic concentrations in mathematics are available to students: pure mathematics, applied mathematics and mathematics education. The strength and # exibility of the program allow a student to acquire the academic background to pursue graduate studies in a variety of di" erent disciplines or to prepare to seek employment in a variety of work environments.

Possible Job Titles

• Accountant

• Actuary

• Appraiser

• Bank Examiner

• Biometrician/ Biostatistician

• Budget Analyst

• Controller

• Cost Estimator/ Analyst

• Cryptographer/ Cryptologist

• Econometrician

• Financial Auditor

• International Trade Specialist

• Investment Banker

• Inventory Control Specialist

• IRS Investigator

• Logistician

• Math Teacher

• Mortgage Researcher

• Numerical Analyst

• Operations Research Analyst

• Public Health Statistician

• Research Analyst

• Risk & Insurance Specialist

• Securities Broker

• Senior Technical Advisor

• Software System Consultant

• Software Support Specialist

• Transportation Planner

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Mathematical Sciences Majors

• Seek opportunities to investigate, collect, and analyze data, while maintain accuracy applying creativity in all electives

• Supplement curriculum by working on Mathematical Department research teams• Gain experience practicing precision in reporting in all classes• Gain experience collecting and reporting relevant data while perceiving patterns and

structures in every study discipline• Attain an internship in an applied ! eld of mathematics within your ! rst several

semesters to ensure major choice• Seek research experiences that allow for attendance at appropriate conferences,

make presentations if possible• Develop the ability to preparing poster presentations and volunteer to help

mathematical researchers with development• Attain appropriate Internships and work experiences throughout your 4 years &

maintain correspondence• Consider the full variety of masters and PhD programs in the ! eld, continue


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Skills at problem solving and analysis developed in a math-ematics major are readily applicable in a wide range of work assignments, including many work assignments that are not speci! cally mathematical in nature. Industries that employ signi! cant numbers of mathematics majors include the banking and ! nance industry, utilities, manufactur-ing, and insurance. Many mathematics majors choose to enhance their preparation for a profession by attending graduate school.

The intellectual skills developed by studying mathematics are highly regarded by graduate and professional pro-grams. Graduates with these skills are warmly received and are academically successful in such programs as public administration, business, law, medicine, meteorology, environmental science and industrial hygiene. Beyond these opportunities, there is always a need for energetic, dedicated mathematics teachers to assume positions of responsibility in our schools.

Employers

• Aerospace Companies• Banks• Bureau of Labor Statistics• Colleges & Universities• Defense Logistics Agency• Defense Mapping Agency• Drug Enforcement Administration• Engineering Technician• Health Care Financing Administration• Hewitt Associates• ICF Kaiser Engineering Group. Insurance• Justice Department• Local & State Planning O$ ces• Lost Control Representative• Market Research Firms• Mercer HR Consulting• Mortgage Companies• NASA• National Highway Tra$ c Safety Administration• National Institute of Standards & Technology• National Security Agency• NOAA• PRC Environmental Management• Public Financial Management• Research & Development Firms• Test Development Corporation• Transportation Department• US Customs Service• US Navy• Weights and Measures O$ ce


American Mathematical Society

www.ams.org

The Mathematical Association of America

www.maa.org/

Society for Industrial & Applied Math

www.siam.org/


stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos043.htm

SIAM-AMS Nonacademic Careers in Math

www.ams.org/careers/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

Dr. Lorrie Ho" man, Department Head | 912.344.2557 | Fax 912.344.3461 | Lorrie.Ho" [email protected]



major in

MEDICAL

LABORATORY

SCIENCE?

This degree program prepares students to be successful on the American Society for Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry or the National Certi! cation Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel Certi! cation exams. We are pleased that the majority of our graduates continue to pass versus the national average of approximately 65 percent.

Bachelor’s degree programs in medical laboratory science include courses in chemistry, biological sciences, microbiology, mathematics, and statistics, as well as specialized courses devoted to knowledge and skills used in the clinical laboratory. Many programs also o" er or require courses in management, business, and computer applications.

The on-campus Medical Laboratory Science student laboratory is well equipped with a variety of instrumentation, supplies and computerization. We maintain clinical a# liation agreements with facilities in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida. Other agreements may be arranged to accommodate students who desire to live outside of Savannah. The 54-hour professional sequence is composed of didactic courses in the major laboratory areas (clinical chemistry, blood banking, microbiology, hematology, serology and urinalysis) and the clinical practicum. The professional sequence is completed on the Armstrong campus and at its clinical a# liates.

Possible Job Titles

• Clinical Laboratory Manager

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

• Clinical Laboratory Technologist

• Cytology Laboratory Manager

• Laboratory Assistant

• Laboratory Associate


• Laboratory Technician

• Medical Laboratory Technician

(MLT)

• Medical Technologist (MT)

• Microbiologist

• Non-Registered Technician

• Phlebotomist

• Research Assistant

• Toxicology Laborator

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Medical Laboratory Science Majors

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.


• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

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Armstrong graduates have a successful track record of ! nding employment in their ! eld, and the need for tech-nologists is expected to continue since there is a state and nationally recognized shortage.

Medical Technologists work in medical laboratories where they perform and/or supervise the testing of blood, urine, spinal $ uid and other body specimens. Applying knowl-edge of chemistry, mathematics and biology, medical technologists use both manual and automated techniques to provide diagnostic data to physicians. Many technolo-gists specialize in a speci! c area such as clinical chemistry, immunology, microbiology, or hematology. While some medical technologists prefer to work at the bench, directly performing clinical analyses, some combine skills and interests to work as laboratory administrators, educa-tional coordinators, technical or sales representatives for commercial suppliers of clinical laboratories, or medical research technologists. Employment may be sought in hos-pital labs, physicians’ o# ces, clinics, public health centers, military, and commercial ! rms.

Job Outlook

Employment of clinical laboratory workers is expected to grow by 14 percent between 2008 and 2018, faster than the average for all occupations. The volume of laboratory tests continues to increase with both population growth and the development of new types of tests.

Although hospitals are expected to continue to be the ma-jor employer of clinical laboratory workers, employment is expected also to grow rapidly in medical and diagnostic laboratories, o# ces of physicians, and all other ambulatory healthcare services.

Job opportunities are expected to be excellent because the number of job openings is expected to continue to exceed the number of jobseekers. Although signi! cant, job growth will not be the only source of opportunities. As in most occupations, many additional openings will result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations, retire, or stop working for some other reason. Willingness to relocate will further enhance one’s job prospects.


American Medical Technologists

www.amt1.com/




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ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

Dr. Hassan Aziz, Department Head | 912.344.2549 | Fax 912.344.3427 | [email protected]



major in

MIDDLE GRADES EDUCATION?

Georgia middle school (grades 4-8) initial certi! cation may be obtained through the undergraduate middle school education program and through an “M.Ed. plus certi! cation” option. This preserves teachers specialize in two subject areas from among language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies and develop an understanding of the unique cognitive, social, and emotional needs of young adolescents.

The education and content courses we o" er prepare our candidates to be e" ective teachers in today’s diverse classrooms. The curriculum includes core curriculum re-quirements and professional courses including a 15-week teaching experience. We ex-pect our students to become pro! cient in the use of technology in the classroom, and technology is woven into every education course. In addition, The Technology Center for teacher educators o" ers a variety of technologies available for classroom infusion.

Graduates, upon completion of all requirements, are certi! ed to teach fourth through eighth grades in the State of Georgia. Our degree program is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and certi! ed by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC).

Possible Job Titles

• Alumni Relations Coordinator

• Athletic Coach

• Camp Director

• Child Life Specialist

• Computer Graphics Instructor

• Education & Training Instructor

• Educational Administrator

• Educational Materials Coordinator

• Educational Therapist

• Employee Training Instructor


• In-Home Daycare

• Learning Specialist



• Missionary Worker

• Organizational Trainer

• Outdoor Educator


• Religious Education Coordinator

• Resource Teacher

• Section Supervisor

• Social Services Volunteer

• Teacher

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Middle Grades Education Majors

• Develop skills related to problem-solving and quick thinking• Learn how to work e" ectively with parents and adults as well as children• Develop soft skills such as fostering a positive learning environment, communicating/

presenting material in multiple ways, and developing meaningful relationships• Volunteer with the Boys & Girls Club or Big Brothers Big Sisters to develop a long term

relationship with a child and to learn motivation techniques• Earn good grades in your freshmen and sophomore level courses to establish a solid

academic record for being accepted to the program• Establish a good working relationship with your cooperating teacher during your

student teacher experience senior year as their reference will be invaluable to you

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Upon completion of this degree, students are eligible to teach elementary school in the State of Georgia in both public and private schools. Teachers in middle grade levels are in demand, and our graduates are employed in Chatham County as well as surrounding counties, in other parts of the state, and nationally.

Employers

• Amazon.com• Atlanta Veterans Administrative• Business and Industry• Camps• Campus Crusade for Christ• Churches• Clarke County Schools• Colleges and Universities• Community Centers• Consulting Firms• Educational Publishers• Emory University• HealthSouth Corporation• Hospitals• Human Resource O# ces• Libraries• Non-Pro! t Agencies• Private Tutoring Agencies• Professional Organizations• Public & Private Schools• Public Relations Firms• Savannah Country Day• State & Federal Government• Textbook Companies• Wal-Mart Pharmacy • Waseca Learning Environment• Woodward Academy• Youth Service Center


American Association of School Administrators

www.aasa.org/about/index.cfm

American Educational Research Association

www.aera.net

American Federation of Teachers

www.aft.org/

National Education Association

www.nea.org/index.html

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF MIDDLE & SECONDARY EDUCATION

Dr. Patrici Colberly-Holt, Interim Department Head | 912.344.2568 | Fax 912.344.3443 | [email protected]



major in

MUSIC?

The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree provides students with a strong foundation in music combined with a broad liberal arts core curriculum. The music major at Armstrong has the choice of a variety of areas of specialization including keyboard, voice or instrumental applied study; composition; or a liberal arts track. Each of these programs includes a strong component of music history and theory that equips the graduate to succeed in a variety of music related professions.

Music education students are musicians who desire to teach other people about music. They demonstrate a commitment to understanding the nature of music and the practices involved in being a performer whether as soloist or ensemble member. They are adaptive, resourceful and must demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of music, the nature of the learner and the materials and methods from which they work. The music teacher faces many demands musically, yet the profession is rewarding for those who want to work in the ! eld.

The Bachelor of Music Education degree o" ers a broad-based curriculum with a strong and relevant content for undergraduates desiring certi! cation as P-12 music teachers in band, choral and elementary music. The academic components of the degree compel the student to acquire knowledge in music subject areas such as theory, history and literature. The performance component of the degree prepares the student with acceptable solo and ensemble performance skills on one primary instrument (brass, guitar, percussion, piano, string, voice or woodwinds) and functional piano skills. Armstrong music education students enjoy ample opportunity to regularly perform along side performance majors in ensemble concerts and chamber recitals in the beautifully renovated Fine Arts Hall Auditorium.

Possible Job Titles

• Assistant Band Director

• Background Music Designer

• Composer/ Arranger

• Copyright Specialist

• Critic

• Educational Program Specialist

• Engineer/ Mixer

• Film Music Director/ Editor

• Instrument Manufacturer

• Instrument Technician

• Manager Trainee

• Music Equipment Sales Rep

• Music Publicist

• Music Software

• Music Therapist

• Orchestra Librarian

• Orchestra Manager


• Public Relations Specialist

• Recording Technician

• Sales/Marketing

• School Band Director

• Special Events Coordinator

• Studio Musician

• Talent Agent


Strategies Associated with Jobs for Music Majors

• Gain internship experience working for music companies and enhance ability to read and write music

• Demonstrate creativity and artistic expression and concentrate & practice intensely for long periods

• Perceive patterns/structures and learn di" erent Performance techniques• Develop creative writing skills and an ability to explain processes and concepts• Thinking critically, and an ability to compare and contrast• Learn to evaluate ideas, sources and presentations• Planning and presenting speci! c viewpoints and interpretations• An awareness of messages, cultural and institutional values• Ability to measure media e" ects and have an attention to details• Develop planning, management, reporting and editing skills

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Music

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree have a wide variety of professional opportuni-ties before them. Armstrong graduates have pursued advanced degrees in church music, music education and performance. The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree also quali! es the graduate to pursue study in areas such as music library studies, music management and commercial music. In addition to classical studies, the department also has an active jazz music program with ample performance opportunities in the community. Following graduation, musicians ! nd that continued performance avenues in chorus work and wind ensembles also exist locally. Many graduates also pursue careers as private music teachers or as church musicians.

Music Education

The primary career of a music educator is teaching band, choral, orchestra, and/or general music at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Our music education gradu-ates have had excellent success ! nding jobs in various areas of Georgia. The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is the largest employer of music educators in the area with more than sixty band, choral, general music and orchestra directors. Employment is also available in rapidly growing school systems in adjacent counties including Bry-an, Liberty and E# ngham counties in Georgia and across the state border in South Carolina. Additionally, there are many private schools in the area that employ both full and part-time music teachers. Besides these primary career po-sitions, jobs are available with institutions such as day care centers, music camps and churches. Positions in outlying areas are commonly easier to ! nd than in urban areas such as Savannah. Salaries generally begin around $33,000 and go beyond $45,000 for candidates with experience and higher degrees.


American Music Therapy Association, Careers

www.musictherapy.org/

Careers in Music

www.berklee.edu/careers/default.html

Music Careers

www.menc.org/industry/job/careers/careers.html

Music Online: Orchestras in the U.S.

www.musicalonline.com/orchestra/orchestra.htm

Women in Music

www.womeninmusic.com/careers.htm




What can I do

with a major in

NURSING?

The Armstrong Atlantic State University baccalaureate nursing program has an excellent reputation for preparing successful graduates. Our nursing program is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and is nationally accredited. The American Nurses Association, the National League for Nursing and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing have adopted a position statement calling for the baccalaureate degree in nursing as the academic preparation for professional nursing practice, making the B.S. in nursing a must have for anyone desiring to be a nurse. Graduates of Armstrong’s program are prepared to provide comprehensive nursing care for people in a variety of settings. The BSN also provides the foundation for graduate education in nursing.

Admission is competitive and criteria include the following: (1) admission to Armstrong; (2) a grade of C or better in each required science course, Area A course (English 1101, 1102, Algebra), Area D (Statistics) and Area F course (Psych 1101 and Human Growth and Development); (3) completion of all Areas A, D, and F courses; and (4) a minimum adjusted GPA of 2.7 on all prerequisite courses. Following admission to Armstrong, a department of nursing admission application must be submitted.

Possible Job Titles

• Acute Care Nurses

• Advanced Practice Psychiatric

Nurse

• Cardiac Care Unit Nurse (CCU

Nurse)

• Certi! ed Nurse Operating

Room (CNOR)

• Charge Nurse

• Clinical Nurse Specialist

• Coronary Care Unit Nurse (CCU

Nurse)

• Critical Care Nurse

• Home Health Aides

• Informatics Nurse Specialist


Managers

• Nurse (OR RN)

• Nurse Midwife

• Nurse Practitioner

• Nursing Aids, Orderlies and At-

tendants

• Nursing Instructors and Teachers,

Postsecondary

• Oncology RN (Oncology Registered

Nurse)

• Operating Room Registered

• Psychiatric Nurse

• Psychiatric Technician

• Registered Nurse (RN)

• Relief Charge Nurse

• School Nurse

• Sta" RN (Sta" Registered Nurse)

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Nursing Majors



• Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information e" ectively.• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses

of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work

related documents.• Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.• Monitoring: Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to

make improvements or take corrective action.• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of

potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

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As the largest healthcare occupation, registered nurses held about 2.6 million jobs in 2008. Hospitals employed the majority of RNs, with 60 percent of such jobs. About 8 percent of jobs were in o# ces of physicians, 5 percent in home healthcare services, 5 percent in nursing care facili-ties, and 3 percent in employment services. The remainder worked mostly in government agencies, social assistance agencies, and educational services.

Professional nurses holding bachelor’s degrees are pre-pared to function in hospitals, schools, industry, clinics, community and home health. Professional nurses are well prepared for advancement in clinical and management settings. Graduates are employed in Southeast Georgia as well as nationally and internationally.

Overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent for registered nurses. Employers in some parts of the country and in certain employment settings report di# culty in at-tracting and retaining an adequate number of RNs, primar-ily because of an aging RN workforce and a lack of younger workers to ! ll positions. Despite the slower employment growth in hospitals, job opportunities should still be excel-lent because of the relatively high turnover of hospital nurses. To attract and retain quali! ed nurses, hospitals may o" er signing bonuses, family-friendly work schedules, or subsidized training. Although faster employment growth is projected in physicians’ o# ces and outpatient care centers, RNs may face greater competition for these posi-tions because they generally o" er regular working hours and more comfortable working environments. Generally, RNs with at least a bachelor’s degree will have better job prospects than those without a bachelor’s.

Employers

• Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta• East Georgia Regional• Je" erson County Hospital• Liberty Regional Medical Center• Mayo Clinic• Memorial University Medical Center• OB/GYN Associates of Savannah• Satilla Medical Center• South Georgia Medical Center• St. Joseph’s/ Candler Hospital System• St. Luke’s Hospital• US Army


American Nurses Association

www.nursingworld.org/

Discover Nursing

www.discovernursing.com/




O*Net Online



www.bls.gov/oco

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

Ms. Rita Brownlee, Degree Program Assistant | 912.344.2575 | Fax 912.344.3481 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

POLITICAL SCIENCE?

Political science studies governments around the world by concentrating on how a government’s structure and function a! ect social order. Students who major in political science gain a solid awareness in the diversity of government around the globe and the various political theories, parties, and interest groups that correspond with these systems. In addition, students develop an understanding of international relations, public laws, public administration, personal rights and freedoms, justice, and political authority. Like all good liberal arts majors, political science helps students develop their analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as improve their written and oral communication skills. It provides excellent preparation for graduate education in law and public administration, as well as doctoral programs in political science. Political Science is also a good foundation for careers in public service, campaign work, and various management positions in the private sector.

A political science degree provides:• A broad liberal arts education in politics, law and government• Preparation for a career in public service• Academic training in political science (historical perspective as well as behavioral

techniques and data) for the pursuit of graduate studies in the " eld.

Earning a four-year degree at Armstrong in political science will enable the student to understand American government relations, comparative politics, international relations, and political science.

Possible Job Titles

• Campaign Coordinator

• Case Clerk

• Communications Assistant

• Congressional Aide


• Detention O# cer

• Historical Interpreter

• Human Resource Specialist

• Insurance Agent

• Lawyer

• Legal Services Representative

• Legislative Assistant

• Litigation Clerk

• Management Analyst

• Manager in Training


• Paralegal Consultant

• Patrol O# cer

• Peace Corps Volunteer

• Political Analyst

• Probation / Parole O# cer

• Program O# cer


• Public Relations Specialist

• Real Estate Title Examiner

• Research Technician

• Sales Representative

• Special Agent

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Political Science Majors

• Be prepared to begin a political career as a volunteer before moving to full-time or paid positions

• Volunteer or do an internship with the sta! of a local, state, or Federal government o# cial

• Participate in an industry speci" c internship during the Spring/Fall semester • Become involved in student organizations focusing on politics, government, or other

" elds of interest• Obtain leadership skills by volunteering for community service projects and

developing familiarity with opportunities in the Savannah nonpro" t community• Become a member of a professional association not just the student chapter

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Political Science prepares graduates for careers in the legal profession, urban planning; public policy research; journal-ism; local government, federal and state agencies, the mili-tary, college teaching and international business. Political science graduates from Armstrong have gone on to a va-riety of rewarding careers including criminal prosecution, public defense; federal, state, and local law enforcement; journalism; local and state planning; Congressional aides; politics; and college teaching and administration.

In the post-Cold War era, government agencies seek students trained in political economy, computer sciences and foreign languages. For those who are considering graduate careers in political science, it is projected that the academic market will begin to improve early in the next century due to faculty retirements and an increase in un-dergraduate enrollment. Many political science graduates traditionally " nd employment in business " elds, such as marketing, personnel, advertising, public relations, banking and " nance. Others obtain management-training positions with public and private corporations. Business " rms in the United States and abroad will continue to hire many young political scientists with foreign language and area-study backgrounds.

Employers

• Atlanta Journal – Constitution• Clerk of Superior Court• Coca-Cola Company• Consultec• Datastream System• Democratic Campaign Committee• Ernest & Julio Gallo• Georgia Power• Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies• Hewitt Associates• Jackson EMC• JET• Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta• Katz Media Group• National Ri$ e Association• Peace Corps• Proctor & Gamble• Prudential Securities• Teach For America• Trico Investments• US Department of Justice• US News Wire• US Military


American Association of Political Consultants

www.theaapc.org

American League of Lobbyists

www.alldc.org

American Political Science

www.apsanet.org

Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management

www.appam.org

Best Federal Places to Work

www.bestplacestowork.org

Government Departments and Agencies

www." rstgov.gov

Georgia Governor’s Intern Program

www.ganet.org/governor/intern

Georgia Local Government Access

www.glga.org

Georgia Municipal Association

www.gmanet.com

National Association of Counties

www.naco.org

National Association of Schools of Public A! airs &

Administration

www.naspaa.org

Part Time Federal Employment Opportunities

www.studentjobs.gov

Partnership for Public Service

www.makingthedi! erence.org


Dr. Zaphon Wilson, Department Head | 912.344.2593 | Fax 912.344.9498 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

PSYCHOLOGY?

Psychology is the study of human and non-human animal behavior (normal and abnormal) and the cognitive, emotional, social, and biological processes related to that behavior. Majoring in psychology can prepare a student for a number of di! erent roles: teacher, researcher, service provider, administrator, or consultant. Psychology is a diverse " eld with room for students with many di! erent interests and abilities.

The Bachelor of Arts with a major in psychology o! ers students a traditional liberal arts education with an emphasis on the science of behavior and mental processes. This degree option prepares students to enter the workforce soon after graduation or, alternatively, can help prepare students for careers in other professions, such as law, health sciences and business. In order to earn the B.A. in psychology, students need to complete an approved senior internship in the community so that they are exposed to at least one work setting for which their education has prepared them and also a sequence of two courses in either a foreign language or accounting to help them develop marketable skills.

The Bachelor of Science degree in psychology emphasizes the research skills and experiences that prepare students for rigorous graduate programs in a variety of areas of psychology including clinical, social, developmental and industrial-organizational. B.S. students complete at least two, but preferably more, research projects that involve data collection, statistical analysis and professional presentation of the project. Students work closely with the department’s faculty members to design, carry out, write up, present and potentially publish their research projects.

Possible Job Titles

• Assessment Coordinator

• Behavioral Data Specialist

• Case Manager

• Clinical Assistant

• Counselor

• Creative Director

• Customer Service Manager

• Direct Care Counselor

• Director of Research

• Family Case Manager

• Health Science Specialist

• Human Resource Generalist


• Mental Health Assistant

• O# ce Manager

• Pharmaceutical Representative

• Placement Coordinator

• Police O# cer

• Psychiatric Technician

• Recruiter

• Research Assistant/ Associate

• Residential Counselor

• Retirement Specialist

• Service Corps Fellow

• Social Worker

• Teacher

• Volunteer Coordinator

Skill Sets & Interests Associated with Psychology Majors

• Understanding of Diversity• Research• Problem-Solving• Analysis/Synthesis of Di! erent Views• Written and Oral Communication Skills• Ability to Work with a Variety of People• Critical Thinking• Interpersonal Skills

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A four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology means that a student graduates with a strong general educa-tion and preparation for entry-level employment in many career " elds which are open to those who hold liberal arts degrees. Students can enhance their employability by us-ing the undergraduate years as a time of exploration: inter-views with people in various careers, internships, volunteer work and part-time jobs. A national survey showed that one-year after graduation, 50 percent of psychology majors were employed in business and industry, 17 percent in science and engineering, 15 percent in educational institu-tions, 10 percent in nonpro" t organizations and 8 percent in government. Fields that bachelor’s degree graduates in psychology have entered include administration, employ-ment interviewing, gerontology, marketing and public rela-tions, technical writing, sales, personnel, child-care, health services, probation and parole and casework.

The Bachelor of Science degree in psychology is strongly based in the scienti" c tradition, and the students are trained to use the tools of science through multiple experi-ences in original, independent research. Students discuss and conduct research with faculty who are trained in their areas of interest. Graduates of Armstrong have been extremely successful in graduate and professional schools. Students who plan on further study should work closely with faculty in meeting entrance criteria. These include bet-ter than average grades and GRE scores, letters of recom-mendation and research experience.

Employers

• Advantage Behavioral Health• Athens Regional Medical Center• Athens-Clarke County Government• Bethesda Home for Boys• Better Business Bureau• Broadcasting Companies (PBS)• Charter Behavioral Health• Clarke County Detention Center• Department of Rehab Services• Department of Revenue• Deveruex Treatment Center• Department of Family and Children Services• Federal Bureau of Prisons• Federal Judicial Center• Georgia Department of Corrections• Georgia Department of Labor• Glaxo Smith Kline• North Carolina Hillel• State Court O# ce• US Veterans Administration



www.arttherapy.org

American Assoc. for Marriage and Family Therapy

www.aamft.org

American Counseling Association

www.counseling.org

American Music Therapy Association

www.musictherapy.org

American Psychological Association

www.apa.org

National Association of School Psychologists

www.nasponline.org

National Board for Certi" ed Counselors

www.nbcc.org

Mental Health America

www.nmha.org

Society for Human Resource Management

www.shrm.org or www.shrmatlanta.org

Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology

http://siop.org

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY

Dr. Jane Wong, Department Head | 912.344.2762 | Fax 912.344.3484 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES?

Students who earn bachelor’s degrees in Radiologic Sciences become quali! ed health care professionals who aid physicians in medical practice. At Armstrong, students choose among the tracks in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Sonography, and Cardiovascular Interventional Sciences. Each track has its own accreditation, educational, and clinical training requirements.

Program graduates of Radiography, Radiation Therapy, and Nuclear Medicine are eligible to sit for the national certi! cation examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Sonography graduates are candidates for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) national certi! cate. Graduates of the CVIS track are eligible to sit for the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) national certi! cation.

Students who wish to earn a degree in Radiologic Sciences must apply to the program in addition to applying to the university. Speci! c information on how to complete the application process is located on the department web site.

Possible Job Titles

• Radiographers examine the

patient for broken bones, ulcers,

tumors, diseases, or malfunctions

of various organs through the

production of radiographs (x-rays).

Radiographers can also specialize in

CT, MRI, and mammography.

• Radiation Therapists operate

sophisticated equipment and com-

municate with patients who receive

daily radiation treatments. They

work with physicians to make sure

those radiation therapy treatments

are e" cient, of high quality, and

recorded accurately.

• Nuclear Medicine Technology is

a specialist track in which radioac-

tive pharmaceuticals are used to

diagnose or treat disease. The tech-

nologist administers small amounts

of radioactive pharmaceuticals

into the patient. The radiation is

detected by specialized equipment,

which converts it to images.

• Sonographers image organs,

tissues and vessels with high fre-

quency sound waves emitted into

the body. These waves bounce o#

tissues and send back “echoes” that

are converted into images.

• Cardiovascular Interventional

Science (CVIS) Specialists are

members in cardiac catheteriza-

tion departments, electrophysiol-

ogy laboratories, and angiography

departments. They help diagnose

and treat blood vessel and heart

diseases.

Skills Associated with Radiologic Sciences Majors

• Active Listening • Operation and Control • Services Orientation • Coordination • Operation Monitoring • Social Perceptiveness • Instructing • Judgment and Decision Making • Oral Comprehension & Expression• Near Vision • Arm-Hand Steadiness • Information Ordering • Problem Sensitivity • Control Precision• Deductive Reasoning• Finger Dexterity• Multilimb Coordination

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Employment Outlook

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the long-range employment picture for radiographers, radiation thera-pists, nuclear medicine technologists, sonographers and cardiovascular interventional specialists is excellent. Upon graduation, radiographers, nuclear medicine technologists, and sonographers are employed by hospitals, physician’s o" ces, clinics, public heath service agencies, and pri-vate industries. Radiation therapists work in hospitals or freestanding cancer centers. Cardiovascular Interventional Science graduates are employed by hospitals and physician groups who diagnose and treat cardiovascular diseases.

Employment change

Employment of radiologic technologists is expected to increase by about 17 percent from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows and ages, there will be an increasing demand for diagnostic imaging. With age comes increased incidence of illness and injury, which often requires diagnostic imaging for diagnosis. In addition to diagnosis, diagnostic imaging is used to monitor the progress of disease treatment. With the increasing success of medical technologies in treating disease, diagnostic imaging will increasingly be needed to monitor progress of treatment.

Although hospitals will remain the principal employer of radiologic technologists, a number of new jobs will be found in o" ces of physicians and diagnostic imaging centers. As technology advances many imaging modalities are becoming less expensive and more feasible to have in a physician’s o" ce.

Job prospects

In addition to job growth, job openings also will arise from the need to replace technologists who leave the occupa-tion. Those with knowledge of more than one diagnostic imaging procedure—such as CT, MRI, and mammogra-phy—will have the best employment opportunities as em-ployers seek to control costs by using multi-credentialed employees.

Demand for radiologic technologists and technicians can tend to be regional with some areas having large demand, while other areas are saturated. Technologists and techni-cians willing to relocate may have better job prospects.CT is continuing to become a frontline diagnosis tool. In-stead of taking x rays to decide whether a CT is needed, as was the practice before, it is often the ! rst choice for imag-ing because of its accuracy. MRI also is increasingly used.


Bureau of Labor Statistics – Radiologic

Technologists and Technicians

www.bls.gov/oco/ocos105.htm

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

https://www.arrt.org/

American Society of Radiologic Technologists

https://www.asrt.org/

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic

Technology

www.jrcert.org/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES

Dr. Elwin Tilson, Department Head | 912.344.2802 | Fax 912.344.3469 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

REHABILITATION

SCIENCE?

The Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Science is designed to prepare students for graduate study in physical therapy, occupational therapy or sports medicine (athletic training). This degree combines core courses with a major curriculum speci! cally designed by the physical therapy faculty to meet the needs of students entering either the ! elds of physical therapy, occupational therapy or sports medicine.

The bachelor’s degree program combines a strong science curriculum (chemistry, physics, biology, and anatomy and physiology) with a strong background in the behavioral sciences (general and abnormal psychology and health and human development). The students’ knowledge of exercise and exercise principles is developed in a three-course sequence of courses that focuses in turn on the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiovascular-pulmonary bases of exercise. An opportunity is given to customize each program with up to six elective courses that can be chosen from the biological, behavioral and health sciences

Rehabilitation Science is one of several degree paths that can be used to enter physical therapy, occupational therapy, or graduate sports medicine (athletic training) programs. This degree requires the completion of university core and prerequisite sciences, including statistics, general biology (2 courses), chemistry (2 courses), anatomy and physiology (2 courses), and physics (2 courses). The upper-division courses in Rehabilitation Science include such topics as exercise physiology, kinesiology, applied anatomy and neuroscience.

Possible Job Titles

• Athletic Administration

• Athletic Trainer (e.g., high school,

college, professional sports, clinics)

• Cardiac Rehabilitation (e.g., hospi-

tals, clinics)

• Coach

• Commercial, Community and

Corporate Fitness

• Health/ Wellness Programming

(e.g., hospitals, universities, hotels,

recreation agencies)

• Home Care Physical Therapist

• Outpatient Physical Therapist

• Pediatric Physical Therapist

• Personal Trainer

• Physical Education Teacher

• Physical Therapist

• Recreation Director

• Registered Physical Therapist (RPT)

• Rehabilitation Services Director

• Sports Medicine

• Sta" Physical Therapist

• Strength & Conditioning Coach

• Teaching (e.g., elementary, high

school, college)

Skills & Abilities Associated with Rehabilitation Science Majors

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do

• Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and bene! ts of

potential actions to choose the most appropriate one• Monitoring: Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to

make improvements or take corrective action• Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people

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There is a tremendous demand for rehabilitation profes-sionals in Georgia and the nation, with current and future shortages reported by the Bureau of Labor. The employ-ment outlook is projected to remain favorable. Those who major in rehabilitation science may go on to graduate school (e.g., Advanced degree in physical therapy, sports medicine, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, kine-siology)

Employment is expected to grow much faster than aver-age. Employment of physical therapists is expected to grow by 30 percent from 2008 to 2018, much faster than the average for all occupations. Changes to restrictions on reimbursement for physical therapy services by third-party payers will increase patient access to services and, thus, increase demand. The increasing elderly population will drive growth in the demand for physical therapy services. The elderly population is particularly vulnerable to chronic and debilitating conditions that require therapeutic servic-es. Also, the baby-boom generation is entering the prime age for heart attacks and strokes, increasing the demand for cardiac and physical rehabilitation. Medical and tech-nological developments will permit a greater percentage of trauma victims and newborns with birth defects to survive, creating additional demand for rehabilitative care.

Employers

• Bryan County Health and Rehabilitation Center • DeKalb Medical Center • Innovative Therapy Concepts • Lakeside Manual Physical Therapy Center • Memorial University Medical Center • Piedmont Fayette Hospital • Savannah Rehabilitation and Nursing Center • Shepherd Center • Spine and Sport• St. Joseph’s/ Candler• UHS Pruitt Corporation• US Military• Winn Army Community Hospital


American College of Sports Medicine

www.acsm.org/

American Occupational Therapy Association

www.aota.org/

American Physical Therapy Association

www.apta.org/

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Physical Therapists


National Athletic Trainers’ Association

www.nata.org/

Therapy Jobs

www.therapyjobs.com

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

Dr. David Lake, Interim Department Head | 912.344.2580 | Fax 912.344.3469 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

RESPIRATORY THERAPY?

The healthcare ! eld of respiratory therapy focuses on treating patients with cardiopulmonary (heart/lung) illnesses and breathing di" culties. Armstrong’s program is fully accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and has an advanced practitioner, registered respiratory therapist (RRT) outcome goal. Our graduates are eligible to sit for the credentialing exams administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), and our graduates consistently pass their boards at a rate 20 to 25 percent higher than the national mean. We have a near 100 percent job placement history and our annual graduate employer surveys indicate a high level of satisfaction with the program. Students in the Respiratory Therapy program will have opportunities to train and observe in sleep, neonatal-pediatrics, long-term acute care, home care, durable medical equipment, cystic ! brosis and asthma patient education, and other diverse diagnostic and patient respiratory care specialties. Students also receive intensive preparation for the board and credentialing examinations. Armstrong has standing agreements with many regional hospitals, and the ! rst four semesters of clinical practicum are done at local hospitals and clinical sites outside of Savannah. In the ! fth semester, students may apply for a respiratory therapy externship at hospitals across the states of Georgia, South Carolina, and North Florida. If a hospital and the university agree to provide the student an opportunity, the student may work with a preceptor at a hospital where they would like to be employed after graduation.

Possible Job Titles

• Cardiac Technician

• Cardiology Technician

• Cardiopulmonary Technician

• Cardiovascular Technician

• Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)

• Certi! ed Respiratory Therapist

(CRT)

• Certi! ed Respiratory Therapy

Technician (CRTT)

• Clinical Coordinator of Respiratory

Therapy

• Director of Cardiopulmonary

Services

• Echo Cardiographer

• EKG/ECG Technician

• Health Specialties Teachers

• Medical Assistants


Managers

• Radiation Therapists

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive

Specialist (RCIS)

• Registered Pulmonary Function

Technologist

• Registered Respiratory Therapist

(RRT)

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer

(RCS)

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

• Respiratory Technician

• Respiratory Therapist (RT)

• Respiratory Therapy Director

• Respiratory Therapy Technician

• Sta# Respiratory Therapist

Skills and Abilities Associated with Respiratory Therapy Majors


• Instructing: Teaching others how to do something.• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work

related documents.• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses

of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.• Monitoring: Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to

make improvements or take corrective action.• Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a

machine is working properly.• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current

and future problem-solving and decision-making.

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The U.S. Department of Labor projects a 49 percent in-crease in demand for respiratory care providers (RCP) in the next 10 years. The scope of practice for the respiratory therapist has expanded during the past 15 years, largely due to advances in medicine and technology.

As the scope of practice has changed, new subspecialty ar-eas in pulmonary and sleep diagnostics, neonatal/pediatric or adult intensive care, rehabilitation, and home care have emerged. Registered therapists may use their education and experience to enroll in physician assistant, anesthetist and perfusionist programs, or medical school. Along with working in hospital settings, our graduates ! nd careers in research clinical trials management, asthma educa-tion, private business, health administration, education or management.

Older Americans su# er most from respiratory ailments and cardiopulmonary diseases, such as pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and heart disease. As the number of older persons increases, the need for respira-tory therapists is expected to increase as well. In addition, advances in inhalable medications and in the treatment of lung transplant patients, heart attack and accident victims, and premature infants—many of whom depend on a ventilator during part of their treatment—will increase the demand for the services of respiratory care practitioners.

Job opportunities are expected to be very good, especially for those with a bachelor’s degree and certi! cation, and those with cardiopulmonary care skills or experience working with infants. The vast majority of job openings will continue to be in hospitals. However, a growing number of openings are expected to be outside of hospitals, especially in home healthcare services, o" ces of physicians or other health practitioners, consumer-goods rental ! rms, or in the employment services industry as a temporary worker in various settings.


American Association for Respiratory Care

www.aarc.org/

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Respiratory Therapists


National Board for Respiratory Care

www.nbrc.org/

The Journal of Pulmonary Technique

www.respiratorytherapy.ca/

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Dr. Douglas Masini, Department Head | 912.344.2549 | Fax 912.344.3472 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

SPANISH?

Students majoring in Spanish will take courses that combine the study of literature, language, culture, and linguistics, which will lead to a development of language pro! ciency and understanding of the Spanish-speaking world. This world primarily consists of language, culture and literature of Spanish-speaking countries found in South America and Spain.

Pro! ciency in a foreign language also helps students with this major ! nd employment in the public and private sectors. Having a greater sense of the Spanish culture, students are prepared for professions in government, politics, international relations, business, banking, trade, travel, or a host of other professions. Even if students don’t use their ability to speak Spanish, the cultural awareness gained is a transferable skill that will be highly prized. Students who earn a four-year degree in Spanish at Armstrong will study and comprehend the historical role and cultural value of the Spanish-speaking world, and will be able to use this knowledge in communication settings.

A degree in Spanish provides:

• A broad liberal arts education with emphasis on both Peninsular and Latin American language, culture, and literature

• Preparation for those seeking careers in teaching• Academic training for those who wish to pursue graduate studies in the ! eld

Possible Job Titles

• Anthropologist

• Assistant Project Manager

• Business Manager

• CIA/FBI Special Agent

• Community Relations

• Copy Editor

• Corporate Specialist

• Courier

• Customs O" cer

• Development Assistant

• Director of Volunteer Services

• Education Services Representative

• Employment Interviewer

• Flight Attendant

• Foreign News Journalist

• Historian

• Human Resources Manager

• Immigration Specialist

• Intelligence Specialist

• Interpreter

• Language Researcher

• Lawyer

• Librarian

• Linguist

• Loan Analyst

• Personal Banker

• Production Associate

• Researcher

• Sports Reporter


• Translator

Strategies Associated with jobs for Spanish Majors

• Develop cultural sensitivity by learning about other cultures, traditions, and events• Take upper level Spanish courses to further your pro! ciency in written and spoken

Spanish• Consider doing a study abroad for a semester to gain a true understanding of

Spanish culture• Use your upper level courses in Spanish to analyze and synthesize di# erent

viewpoints• Take advantage of class projects and activities where you can showcase your

communication skills• Join a campus club or organization such as HOLA or the International Student

Organization to learn how to work with a variety of people

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Spanish prepares graduates for careers in teaching, federal and state agencies, the military, international business or law, the diplomatic corps, translation and social services.

With the in% ux of Spanish-speaking immigrants as well as the native Spanish-speaking population, the United States has become the third largest Spanish-speaking country. Consequently, the Hispanic segment of society will be-come the most prevalent minority group. The burgeoning Hispanic population will increase demands for bilingual education, public o" cials and public servants. Moreover, bilingual graduates will have an advantage in the health professions and in business.

Employers

• Advertising Department/Agencies• Air, Bus, and Rail Lines• American Red Cross• American Resorts International • Archstone Company• Bank of America Corporation• Bell Atlantic Teleproducts• Bell South• Chambers of Commerce• CNN International• Crawford Communications• Devcon Construction• Federal Express• Import/Export Companies• LOMA• Mitchell & Mitchell Translators• National Achieves• News Bureaus• Public Relations Firms• SAGA Communications• Savannah Chatham Metro Police Department• US Customs & Border Protection• US Department of Education• US Department of Homeland Security• US State Department• Visitors Bureaus• Vistronix• Wendel Translators


American Association of Language Specialists

www.taals.net

National Association of Hispanic & Latino Studies

www.naaas.org

American Translators Association

www.atanet.org

College Language Association

www.clascholars.org

American Dialect Society

www.americandialect.org

Society for Spanish & Portuguese Historical Studies

www.ku.edu/~ideria/ssphs_main.html

ARMSTRONG DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES, LITERATURE & PHILOSOPHY

Dr. David Wheeler, Department Head | 912.344.2594 | Fax 912.344.3494 | [email protected]


What can I do

with a major in

THEATRE?

Theatre is a creative art in which true excellence can only be achieved through total mastery of the mind, body and technical craft. The Theatre Arts curricula combine rigorous studio class work with a demanding production schedule to provide students with in depth training and practice in theatre. Undergraduate training options include acting, scenic, costume and lighting design, theatre and costume technology, and production and management training. First year students learn a foundation in theatre and its history, expository writing, art history and receive a specially designed theatre course relating to the student’s area of interest. Students begin intensive theatre study as sophomores. The continued development of the visual media is expanding the volume of opportunities for majors in theatre. Networking, job experience, internships and expertise in your specialty are paramount to success.

A Bachelor of Arts in Theatre will allow you to indulge your passion for the stage while providing you with a ! rm foundation for a life in the theatre. The program of study includes courses common to all majors in acting, directing, stagecraft and script analysis. Students also select an area of concentration from the performance, design and technology, or management tracks. In these concentration areas, we o" er specialized coursework in voice, movement, camera acting, design, video production and related ! elds such as art, music, dance and dramatic literature. Through theatre labs, workshops, and directed studies our students hone their skills in acting, directing, design, stage management, and theatre management.

Possible Job Titles

• Actor

• Advertising Specialist

• Booking Manager

• Box O# ce Manager

• Casting Director


• Company Manager

• Copy Writer

• Copyright Specialist

• Costume Designer

• Design/Sales

• Drama Therapist

• Dramatization Teacher

• Executive Director

• Film Editor

• Furniture Designer

• Instructor of Performing Art

• Labor Relations Specialist

• Lighting Designer

• Make-up Artist


• Miniature Set Designer

• Personal Manager


• Promoter

• Public Relations Manager

• Stage Manager

• Talent Agent

• Technical Theatre

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Theatre Majors

• Consider a minor in a foreign language• Develop creative writing skills and an ability to explain processes and concepts• Use upper level courses to develop critical thinking skills, and an ability to compare

and contrast• Learn to evaluate ideas, sources and presentations and give constructive feedback

on others’ work• Plan and present speci! c viewpoints and interpretations through class discussions

and presentations• Do at least one internship while in school to gain experience in your chosen area of

theatre• Take Business Writing and/or Technical Editing to develop reporting and editing skills• Gain an understanding of market research

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Entertainment is the fastest growing industry in America. The business requires dedication, discipline and hard work. A theatre degree is your ! rst step in a career on stage or backstage, on screen or behind the camera, as well as in the box o# ce, the publicity department, the scene and costume shops, the sound booth and the light grid. The professional stage and screen, which includes regional theatres, video, and local television, are obvious employers of trained actors, designers, directors and technicians. The entertainment and tourist industries, trade show compa-nies, United States National Park Service and various public relations ! rms specializing in events programming also provide a growing number of employment opportunities for trained theatre professionals.

Employers

• Advertising Agencies • Armed Forces • College and University Marketing & Sales Departments• Entertainment Companies • For A Good Time Theatre Company• Georgia Fine Arts Academy • Industry Trade Papers • Music Industry• Media Firms Production Companies• Music and Film Studios Publishing• Music and Video Stores • Music Companies • Newspapers• Orchestra and Bands• Performing Arts Centers • Public Relations Firms• TV Stations• Walt Disney World• Westridge School


American Association of Community Theatre

www.aact.org

Southeastern Theatre Conference

www.setc.org/

Conference of Drama Schools

www.drama.ac.uk/

Theater/Performance Organizations

www.yahoo.com/arts

League of American Theatres and Producers

www.broadway.org/

Playwrights on the Web

www.stageplays.com/writers.htm





major in

VISUAL ART?

Students in Visual Arts are guided by accomplished artists/teachers to pursue their goals in ceramics, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and Intermedia. Generally, visual artists fall into two categories - “graphic artists” and “! ne artists” - depending on the artist’s purpose in creating a work of art. Graphic artists put their artistic skills and vision at the service of commercial clients, such as major corporations, retail stores, advertising, design, or publishing ! rms. Fine artists create art to satisfy their own need for self expression, and may display their work in art galleries, museums and homes. Fine artists work independently, choosing their mediums and subject matters as they see ! t. Often, they specialize in one or more forms of art, i.e. painting, sculpting, or printmaking. In many instances visual artists work in more commercially connected endeavors, while pursuing their “! ne arts” goals.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Art (BFA) is based a liberal arts core that prepares our students with a foundation for understanding the artist’s role in western culture and also provides the intellectual skills to produce and critically evaluate artistic production. This degree requires study in various means of artistic production combined with instruction in art history, art criticism and aesthetics.

The degree program includes a signi! cant block of elective hours, which allows ample opportunity for our students to develop specializations in photography, computer art, painting, drawing, ceramics, graphic design, sculpture, or ! ber arts. The BFA focuses on the individual student’s selected area of specialization more intensely than does the Bachelor’s of Art degree. This is accomplished through additional upper level studio courses focusing on art production and art history, culminating in a capstone exhibition following work on a BFA project.

Possible Job Titles

• Art Teacher

• Art Therapist

• Artist

• Advertising Specialist

• Ceramist

• Curator


• Company Manager

• Copy Writer

• Costume Designer

• Design/Sales

• Executive Director

• Fashion Designer

• Furniture Designer

• Graphic Artist

• Interior Decorator

• Lighting Designer


• Miniature Set Designer

• Personal Manager

• Photographer

• Photojournalist


• Promoter

• Public Relations Manager

• Talent Agent

Strategies Associated with Jobs for Visual Art Majors

• Develop an understanding of how art impacts society through art history courses• Take courses in related areas of study such as art history, theatre, and music to

develop cross-subject competencies• Develop creative writing skills and an ability to explain processes and concepts• Use class discussions and presentations to develop critical thinking skills and an

ability to compare and contrast• Learn to evaluate ideas, sources and presentations and o" er construction feedback

on others’ work• Understand how messages, cultural and institutional values are communicated

through various art forms• Have an attention to detail

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Increasingly, business professionals are coming to realize that they need people who have the ability to collect and synthesize data, think on their feet and write well. The his-tory major excels in all these skills. In addition to entering the private business sector, many of Armstrong Atlantic State University’s history majors have found work in archives, museums and libraries across the southeastern United States. Some have chosen to teach while others are participating in the burgeoning tourism trade. A degree in history is also ideal preparation for law school and gradu-ate programs in the humanities.

Employers

• American Arbitration Association• Angle Press• Appalachian State University• Atlanta History Center• Atlanta Media• Bradburn Company• Chambers of Commerce• Department of Natural Resources• Department of Community A" airs• Flint River Academy• Georgia’s Attorney O# ce• Grayson County Schools• Historical Societies• InteliTeach• Jones County School District• Justice Department• Library of Congress• Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum• Morris Communication• Newnan Times Herald• Owen Thomas House• Research Foundations• The University of Georgia• The Vanguard Group• US Military


The College Art Association

www.collegeart.org/


www.aam-us.org/

American Society For Aesthetics

http://aesthetics-online.org/


www.archivists.org/

Association of Art Historians

www.aah.org.uk/

The Society of Architectural Historians

www.sah.org/


www.arttherapy.org




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