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Minor in African American Studies Requirements at Saint Lawrence University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

The minor consists of six courses from at least three different disciplines. One of the courses must be at the 300 level. Students may also take 200- and 300-level special topics courses on African-American studies. Courses for the minor may be drawn from the following:
English
230. Introduction to African American Literature
255. African American Drama
272. Coming Out Stories
Global Studies
102. Race, Culture, Identity
Gender and Sexuality Studies
272. Coming Out Stories
301. Studies in Masculinities
Government
351. African American Political and Social Thought
History
256. Slavery and Freedom in the Americas
263. African American History to 1865
264. African American History, 1865-present
272. The New South
273. Civil Rights Movement
331. Imagining the South
Performance and Communication Arts
221. Intercultural Communication
255. African American Drama
Psychology
215. Cultural Psychology
Sociology
112. Inequality
228. Racial and Ethnic Groups
310. Slavery, Race and Culture
Minors are also encouraged to participate in St. Lawrence’s off-campus programs at Fisk University, a historically Black college in Nashville, Tennessee. Semester and short-term programs are available at Fisk

Degree inAfrican American Studies at Saint Lawrence University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

African-American studies is a program designed to engage students in critical analysis and intellectual exploration of the African American presence in the United States. The program recognizes and recalls the contributions of African-Americans and the multiplicity of African-American communities in the United States. The minor in African-American studies considers the diversity among African-Americans and examines the complexities of and interrelations among multiple “minority” identities as we consider gender, sex and sexuality in African-American communities.

Degree in African Studies Courses at Saint Lawrence University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

101. Introduction to African Studies: History and Development.
A team-taught introduction to fundamental issues in the study of Africa, ranging from historical contexts to economic and political structures to African arts and issues of development. The value of interdisciplinary study and the challenges of moving beyond one’s own framework to study other cultural systems are also discussed. Also offered as History 108.
102. Introduction to African Studies: Environment and Culture.
The physical environment of Africa, with particular emphasis on distribution of water resources. Culture is approached as it relates to environment. The course examines how people of different cultures conceptualize and value water resources, how the indigenous peoples of Africa have coped with frequently variable and unreliable water supplies, and the impact of some controversial water development projects on people’s lives. Also offered as Anthropology 153.
402. SYE: Seminar on African Development.
An interdisciplinary research seminar that focuses on the critical theme of development and requires students to produce a substantial research essay confronting a development question, using the resources and methodologies of more than one discipline. Often, students can extend their investigation of a topic first studied in Kenya.
Departmental Offerings
Anthropology
153. Introduction to African Studies: Environment and Culture.
240. Environment and Resource Use in Kenya.
245. Women and Land in Africa.
255. Environmental Perception and Indigenous Knowledge.
342. Pastoralist Peoples. (AFS 348)
343. Famine.
355. African Archaeology.
Economics
228. African Economies.
English
220. Introduction to African Literature.
Fine Arts
215. West African Arts.
235. Abstract Drawing: Uli and Other Forms
246. Art and Politics in Nigeria.
Government
230. African Politics.
History
108. Introduction to African Studies: History and Development.
265. West Africa and the Diaspora.
266. West Africa in the 19th and 20th Centuries.
363. Topics in African History.
369. Pan-Africanism: Past, Presnet and Future Prospects
479/480. Seminar in African History.
Modern Languages
101,102. Elementary Swahili.
Students wishing to go on the Kenya program are strongly encouraged to take 101 before they leave. Swahili is a required course on the Kenya Program and is offered at various levels.
Music
210. Musics of the World.
Performance and Communication Arts
323. South African Drama: Voices of Protest and Selfhood.
Philosophy
332. Africana Philosophy.
Sociology
310. Slavery, Race and Culture.
Kenya Semester Courses
Swahili is required, as is AFS 337 (Culture, Ecology and Development in East Africa ), which is offered only on the Kenya Semester Program.
Other courses offered in Kenya vary according to student demand and availability of instructors. Recent offerings:
Anthropology
349. Health, Sickness, and Healing in Kenya.
Environmental Studies-Biology
342. Wildlife Conservation and Ecology in East Africa.
Government
326. Critical Issues in Socio-Economic Development in Kenya.
History
354. Introduction to the History of Modern Kenya

Graduate in Writing Studies at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

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Graduate in Writing Studies Admssion at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

For consideration for admission to the Writing Studies program, please provide:
Saint Joseph’s University graduate application.
Official transcript(s) of undergraduate education.
Two letters of recommendation.
At least two samples of writing not to exceed 25 pages (preferably published work—whether in college publications or in other places)*.
A personal statement to indicate how the program relates to or reflects life experience and career plans.

A current resume.
$35 application fee. (waived if attended an information session)
The Graduate Record Exam is not required for Writing Studies.
The Writing Studies Admissions committee looks for both a strong academic record and signs of serious interest in the work of a writer. A personal interview with the applicant may be requested.

Application Dates:
Applications should be received by November 15th for spring session, April 1st for summer session and July 15th for fall session.
Please select the earliest semester when you may enroll on your application. If you are accepted, this will help expedite your registration process.

UG in Latin American Studies Financial Aid at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Let’s start with the most obvious one: “Can I afford to go to college?”
Our answer: “Can you afford not to?”
A Saint Joseph’s University education is truly an investment in your future. To look at it in purely financial terms, on average, a bachelor’s degree provides twice the lifetime earning power of a high school diploma. According to the U.S. Department of Education, this translates to roughly $2.1 million over a lifetime.
Now, your second question: “Great. But how do I pay for college right now?”
Our answer: “Let us direct you to the resources that can help.”
Approximately 85 percent of SJU students receive financial assistance in the form of academic and athletic scholarships, grants, loans and work-study funds, either singly or in combination. To ensure the best opportunity to receive financial assistance, we encourage you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after January 1 as possible but no later than the February 15 priority deadline. (Saint Joseph’s University code is 003367.)
For more information, contact our financial assistance office, or visit the links below. By taking advantage of the information and guidance offered through these resources, we think you’ll find—as thousands of other students have—that an SJU education is affordable, manageable and a worthwhile investment.

UG in Latin American Studies Scholarship at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Are you someone who has already embraced the “not for spectator” spirit, dedicating yourself to working hard in your high school classes and earning grades that reflect your commitment to making the most of your learning opportunities? If so, we have good news.
Each year, Saint Joseph’s University awards merit-based scholarships to freshmen who have outstanding academic and achievement records. The value of these scholarships ranges from $5,500 per year to full-tuition. All students who submit a complete application for admission are considered for merit-based scholarships.
Typical recipients have a minimum B+ grade point average and have achieved strong SAT or ACT scores. Each year, the profile of the scholarship recipients varies based on the applicant pool. The scholarship committee awards the Board of Trustees, Presidential and University Scholarships, as well as the Achievement Award. Select students will be invited to apply for the Board of Trustees Scholarship and are required to submit a separate scholarship application.

UG in European Studies Scholarship Financial Aid at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Let’s start with the most obvious one: “Can I afford to go to college?”
Our answer: “Can you afford not to?”
A Saint Joseph’s University education is truly an investment in your future. To look at it in purely financial terms, on average, a bachelor’s degree provides twice the lifetime earning power of a high school diploma. According to the U.S. Department of Education, this translates to roughly $2.1 million over a lifetime.
Now, your second question: “Great. But how do I pay for college right now?”
Our answer: “Let us direct you to the resources that can help.”
Approximately 85 percent of SJU students receive financial assistance in the form of academic and athletic scholarships, grants, loans and work-study funds, either singly or in combination. To ensure the best opportunity to receive financial assistance, we encourage you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after January 1 as possible but no later than the February 15 priority deadline. (Saint Joseph’s University code is 003367.)
For more information, contact our financial assistance office, or visit the links below. By taking advantage of the information and guidance offered through these resources, we think you’ll find—as thousands of other students have—that an SJU education is affordable, manageable and a worthwhile investment.

UG in European Studies Scholarship at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Are you someone who has already embraced the “not for spectator” spirit, dedicating yourself to working hard in your high school classes and earning grades that reflect your commitment to making the most of your learning opportunities? If so, we have good news.
Each year, Saint Joseph’s University awards merit-based scholarships to freshmen who have outstanding academic and achievement records. The value of these scholarships ranges from $5,500 per year to full-tuition. All students who submit a complete application for admission are considered for merit-based scholarships.
Typical recipients have a minimum B+ grade point average and have achieved strong SAT or ACT scores. Each year, the profile of the scholarship recipients varies based on the applicant pool. The scholarship committee awards the Board of Trustees, Presidential and University Scholarships, as well as the Achievement Award. Select students will be invited to apply for the Board of Trustees Scholarship and are required to submit a separate scholarship application.
For a complete listing of scholarships for freshmen, please click here: Scholarship Fact Sheet

UG in European Studies Career at Saint Josephs University

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Since both the major and certificate programs in European studies require the acquisition of a working level of competence in a European language, careers in the international arena are especially attractive. Saint Joseph’s graduates in the European studies program have continued their studies on the graduate level in the traditional fields of language and literature and are pursuing careers in teaching and research. Areas that require proficiency in a language, such as international law, international marketing, art history, print and broadcast journalism lead to challenging careers both here and in Europe. Library science, both in the university and corporate world, also offers exciting career options.

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