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American Ethnic Studies is the interdisciplinary study of the historical, political, social and cultural realities that have shaped the development of America s diverse, ethnic populations; primarily focusing on African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino/a Americans and native American populations.An American Ethnic Studies major will provide students training for fields in law, education, medicine, public health, social work, journalism, business, urban planning, politics, counseling, international relations, creative writing, university teaching and research.

In cooperation with the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), Emory University offers a joint education path, referred to as the Dual Degree Program in Engineering. The Dual Degree Program leads to a Bachelor of Arts, or a Bachelor of Science, degree awarded by Emory and a Bachelor of Science in engineering awarded by the Georgia Institute of Technology

In cooperation with the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), Emory University offers a joint education path, referred to as the Dual Degree Program in Engineering. The Dual Degree Program leads to a Bachelor of Arts, or a Bachelor of Science, degree awarded by Emory and a Bachelor of Science in engineering awarded by the Georgia Institute of Technology.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Freshman Option provides Emory College and Oxford College students with a solid foundation for beginning a career as a registered nurse. This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the BSN as their first bachelor s degree.

The School of Arts and Sciences (AandS) and the College of Business Administration (Pitt Business) offer this challenging program for students interested in a liberal arts education and a career in business management. The Dual Major allows you to complement the AandS major of your choice with a solid foundation in business. Some popular AandS major choices are economics, psychology and communications; however, many other majors, such as one of the foreign language majors, computer science, and English literature are also selected

A background in sociology provides a strong foundation for understanding society and relationships between people. The Department of Sociology offers ten areas of concentration. These different areas allow you to focus on a specific sociological interest group; thus you can adapt the major to fit your needs and future goals.Sociology majors gain a foundation in theory, research methods, and data analysis. Students then put those skills to use in upper level classes, internships, research labs, and jobs.

Who selects the canon in literature Who is left out of the history books What do our constructions of gender say about our society In the Department of Women s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies you ll challenge the status quo by asking critical questions. The department strives to give women and others who have been silenced a voice and tools to effect change. As a women s, gender, and sexuality studies major you ll revisit history, evaluate economic disparities, look for solutions, and generate ideas about cultural constructs.

This program provides an integrated dual degree program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Biology and the Bachelor of Science in Psychology while maintaining the integrity and program content of each individual degree program.This program has two main target audiences:Pre-health students (pre-MD, pre-clinical psychologist or psychiatrist) who are interested in neurological or behavioral issues. A challenging dual degree program will be an asset in the professional school application process, and this program will provide an excellent preparation for the MCAT.Students interested in moving on to graduate school in studies at the interface of biology and psychology, such as neuroscience, brain science, or cognitive science.

This program provides an integrated dual degree program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Biology and the Bachelor of Science in Psychology while maintaining the integrity and program content of each individual degree program.

All bachelor-level degrees in design, illustration and photography require a combination of visual arts and liberal arts courses. The School of Visual Communication Design offers the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.). The decision as to which degree is best for a particular student depends on the student's educational and career goals, academic standing and performance in studio coursework.

The Bachelor of Arts degree gives music majors an opportunity to study music and liberal arts with an optional minor, available in most academic areas of the university, or as a dual degree program with a major in another field. Although not as music intensive as the Bachelor of Music degree programs, this degree includes study on a main instrument and ensemble participation throughout the program. A concentration in contemporary popular music is also available as an optional concentration. This concentration gives students the opportunity to study contemporary instruments such as electric guitar, electric bass and voice, as well as participate in a variety of styles including Rock, Pop, Motown and other popular styles.

The Bachelor of Arts in Biology is designed for students interested in biological sciences, but also want a degree with a strong liberal arts component. This program provides a basic background in biology while offering the opportunity to take a wide range of classes in other disciplines. Students may seek employment immediately after graduation in the private, public or nonprofit sectors, or continue their education in graduate or professional programs.

Biochemistry is the study of the basic biological and chemical processes that occur in all living systems. It is an area suited to students who enjoy science and math and who may be considering a career as a research scientist. A biochemistry degree is solid preparation for advanced degree science programs and for careers in medicine, biology, chemistry, or dentistry. In addition to offering a core of course work in biochemistry, this field is interdisciplinary and also involves the study of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science.

Economists study how societies allocate limited resources to achieve competing ends. They employ empirical and deductive methods to analyze incentives, constraints, organizational forms, and market forces.Economists also draw on the disciplines of mathematics, law, statistics, philosophy, psychology, and history in their efforts to solve problems and address issues such as unemployment, inflation, interest rates, health care, education, and crime.

Qualified teachers are in great demand. Public and private school enrollment in the United States is predicted to exceed 58 million students in 2015, an increase of nearly three million since 2003. The National Center for Education Statistics projects that four million teachers will be needed by 2015 because of teacher attrition and retirement plus increased school enrollment.

The biology departments at UC Santa Cruz offer a broad spectrum of courses that reflect the exciting new developments and directions in the field of biology. An outstanding group of faculty, each with a vigorous, internationally recognized research program, is available to teach courses in their specialties as well as core courses for the major. Areas of research strength within the departments include RNA molecular biology, molecular and cellular aspects of genetics and development, neurobiology, immunology, microbial biochemistry, plant biology, animal behavior, physiology, evolution, ecology, marine biology, and conservation biology. Many students take advantage of the numerous opportunities for undergraduate research, allowing students to interact one on one with faculty and other researchers in a laboratory or field setting.

Anthropology is the comparative study of humans in all walks of life, all kinds of societies, all parts of the world, and at all points in time. It has four major subfields: biological anthropology, linguistic anthropology, sociocultural anthropology, and archeology.This field provides insight into our biological and cultural evolutionary background and offers a holistic view of how our economic, social, political, and religious systems relate to one another. It helps us reflect on our own social systems, on the interrelationships between individuals and societies, and on the reasons for the development of thoughts and feelings that can promote connection or conflict across different social and cultural groups.The major in anthropology prepares individuals for advanced training or careers in anthropology, allied fields, and professional programs.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers challenging courses on a variety of subjects. You'll begin with courses that teach problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and technical skills. Advanced classes usually have 15-20 students, allowing maximum individual attention. As you progress, you'll have opportunities to do research or participate in one of the many internships available at national laboratories and other facilities.Outside of class, you may join the Society of Physics Students, which is open to all students interested in the subject. The society coordinates field trips and activities that foster student-faculty interaction and scientific learning.The physics and astronomy program has about 110 undergraduate and 70 graduate students.

Biology is one of Iowa's most popular majors, with about 700 students. The Department of Biology offers degree programs that provide a solid foundation in modern biological sciences as well as specialized tracks of study. Through a combination of its flexible curriculum and student access to leading research faculty, the department offers excellent preparation for a biosciences career, graduate study in the biological sciences, or professional study in the health sciences.Biology students can get acquainted with the activities of practicing scientists by working in one of the department s research groups, conducting laboratory experiments, discussing current research, studying specialized topics, and attending seminars. Biology faculty members are advancing knowledge in specialized fields, such as molecular genetics, neurobiology, cell and developmental biology, plant sciences, and evolution.

The major in Information Systems requires 24 hours of major and collateral courses in the discipline as well as satisfying the other requirements for the B.S.B.A. degree.