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At Sacred Heart University, you don’t have to wait until graduation to achieve your goals.
SHU, the second-largest Catholic university in New England, is committed to hands-on experiences that immerse you in your interests, and help you cultivate new ones. Learn your field through undergraduate research, internships and clinical placements, study abroad, access to professional facilities and more. Join the community with an array of sports, clubs and special interest organizations. Do it all on a vibrant campus with amenities that support your ambitions and a location that expands your horizons. A hands-on education—it’s a way to jump in; it’s a way to stand out.
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High Impact Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Get Involved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Programs of Study. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SHU To-Do List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
College of Arts & Sciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Division I Athletics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
School of Communication, Media & the Arts. . . . . 8
Club & Intramural Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
College of Business & Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Performing Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
School of Computer Science & Engineering. . . . .12
Greek Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
College of Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spiritual Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
College of Health Professions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Community Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
College of Nursing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Clubs & Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Freshman Experience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Study Abroad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
VISIT & APPLY Next Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
SEE YOURSELF HERE Our Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Residential Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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H I G H IM PACT
EDUCATION Sacred Heart University was founded in the Catholic intellectual tradition—characterized by rigorous coursework and a commitment to spiritual and ethical values. With an emphasis on the liberal arts and
As students progress in their studies
a comprehensive core curriculum, SHU’s
and build essential skills for professional
academic programs develop the whole
success in their chosen field, they also
person while providing a broad educational
assert themselves as thoughtful citizens in
foundation.
a challenging world.
BECOMING
YOURSELF
www.sacredheart.edu/whyshu
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ACAD EM IC
PROGRAMS 80+ academic programs across seven full-time colleges and schools: MAJORS & MINORS
Education*+
Accounting and Information Systems (Major or Minor)*+
Actuarial Science (Minor) American History (Minor) Anthropology (Minor) Art & Design (Major) Graphic Design (Minor or Concentration) Illustration (Minor or Concentration) Studio Art (Minor or Concentration) Athletic Training*+
Interdisciplinary Studies (Major for Elementary Educators) STEM (Major for Elementary Educators) Elementary Teacher Certification Secondary Teacher Certification
Electrical Engineering (Major or Minor) English (Major or Minor) Creative and Professional Writing (Minor) European Studies (Minor) Exercise Science (Major)*+
Biochemistry (Major)*+
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising (Major or Minor)
Biology (Major or Minor)
Finance (Major)*+
Business Economics (Major or Minor) Catholic Studies (Minor) Chemistry (Major or Minor)*+ Coastal and Marine Science (Major)
Game Design and Development (Major) Global Studies (Major or Minor) Health Science (Major) Global Health (Minor or Concentration)
Communication Disorders (Major)
Healthcare Administration (Concentration)
Communication Studies (Major)*+
Public Health (Concentration)
Advertising/Public Relations (Minor or Concentration) Sports Media (Minor or Concentration)*+ Computer Engineering (Major)
History (Major or Minor) Honors (Minor) Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management (Major)
Management (Major or Minor) Business (Minor) Global Business Management (Minor)
Musical Theatre (Concentration) Theology & Religious Studies (Major or Minor)
Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship (Minor)
Women’s Studies (Minor)
Marketing (Major or Minor) Digital Marketing (Minor)*+
PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISEMENT PROGRAMS
Mathematics (Major or Minor)
Pre-Dental
Media Arts (Major)
Pre-Law
Film & Television (Minor)*
Pre-Medical
Journalism (Minor or Concentration)
Pre-Optometry
Sports Media (Minor)*+
Pre-Osteopathy
Middle Eastern Studies (Minor)
Pre-Pharmacy
Molecular and Cellular Biology (Major)
Pre-Physician Assistant*
Music (Minor)
Pre-Podiatry
Neuroscience (Major)
Pre-Veterinary
Nursing (Major)* Occupational Therapy*+
DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
Philosophy (Major or Minor) Physical Therapy*+
Engineering 3+2 Dual Bachelor’s with Columbia and RPI
Political Science (Major or Minor)
3+3 Bachelor’s & J.D. with Seton Hall Law
Psychology (Major or Minor)*+
3+3 Bachelor’s & Pharm.D. with University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy
Information Technology (Major or Minor)*+
Social Work (Major or Minor)+
Criminal Justice (Major or Minor)*+
Irish Studies (Minor)
Sociology (Major or Minor)
Cybersecurity (Major or Minor)*+
Italian (Minor)
Dance (Minor)
Latin American Studies (Minor)
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Acting (Concentration)
Human Resource Management (Minor)*+
Computer Science (Major or Minor)*+
Digital Communication (Major or Minor)
Theatre Arts (Major or Minor)
Human Rights & Social Justice (Minor) Spanish (Major or Minor) Sport Management (Major or Minor)
*Graduate program available +Combined UG/Grad program available
SHU OFFERS MANY PATHS ROOTED IN A STRONG LIBERAL ARTS FOUNDATION.
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TA KE ON
big ideas College of Arts and Sciences The largest of SHU’s colleges, the College of
The CAS education roots learning in the
Arts and Sciences (CAS) engages students in
liberal arts, compelling students to develop a
active learning across disciplines. Whether
broad foundation and take a multidisciplinary
discussing timeless questions in small seminar-
approach to their chosen major. All courses
style classes, or presenting original research
promote self-reflection and prepare students to
on a current issue, students are encouraged to
live meaningful and satisfying lives, whatever
deepen their knowledge by pursuing inquiry
path they choose.
first-hand.
CONTRIBUTE
to your field Undergraduate research opportunities are available across CAS and the university. Students work with faculty on research projects in classrooms, labs and the field. They publish their work in scholarly journals. They travel to professional conferences. These hands-on experiences enhance students’ education and better prepare them to enter top graduate schools and the
www.sacredheart.edu/cas
workplace.
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HONE
your craft SCMA is part of the College of Arts and Sciences and is home to more than
CREATE SOMET H IN G
NEW
ten majors, minors and concentrations across areas including: › Art and Design › Communication Studies
School of Communication, Media and the Arts skills. Professors are innovative scholars who
› Digital Communication
bring real-world experience to the classroom,
› Media Arts
from fields such as photography, broadcasting
› Theatre Arts
and theater.
SCMA students have use of on-campus
SCMA leverages its location in Connecticut’s
TV studios, a radio station, a motion
Creative Corridor, helping students build a
capture lab, editing rooms, art studios,
network and portfolio to support their goals.
graphic design workstations and
Most students complete at least one internship
multiple performance venues.
at surrounding companies. And all students can pursue on-campus opportunities to gain The School of Communication, Media and
valuable experience, such as developing
the Arts (SCMA) blends theory and practice,
industry-standard media or staging a
preparing students to become effective artists
production at the 776-seat Edgerton Center
and communicators with sought-after creative
for the Performing Arts.
www.sacredheart.edu/scma
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L E AD
THE WAY Jack Welch College of Business and Technology HANDS-ON
The Jack Welch College of Business and Technology (COBT) was recently ranked a Best
EXPERIENCE
Business School by The Princeton Review, with good reason. The curriculum emphasizes core business knowledge, communication skills and ethics. Coursework is enhanced by experiential
Students intern at Fortune 500
learning opportunities and state-of-the-art
companies and other businesses in
academic facilities, making the business
Fairfield County, New York City and
education at SHU second to none.
beyond. Past internships have included:
The Welch Experience integrates academic
› Deloitte
and professional development beginning in
as golf lessons for networking opportunities—
the first year. Offering research, advising and
the Welch Experience enriches a business
mentoring programs; global study; career
student’s education and builds outstanding
› General Electric
workshops and co-curricular activities—such
credentials for employment.
› KPMG
› Food Network Magazine
› Michael Kors › Morgan Stanley › NBC Sports & Olympics www.sacredheart.edu/wcob
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PION EER
the future School of Computer Science and Engineering Technology bridges today’s knowledge and tomorrow’s needs. Students in the School of Computer Science and Engineering (SCSE) utilize cutting edge technology to meet future challenges with a pioneering spirit. As part of
CREATE AND
INNOVATE
the Welch College of Business and Technology, SCSE offers academic programs that integrate computer science and engineering with business, analytics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and finance. Students learn on campus in computer science
and Sikorsky Aircraft. From testing theories to
labs, a new artificial intelligence lab and a
developing working prototypes, the hands-on
state-of-the-art makerspace. They also intern
application of knowledge characterizes the
off campus with nearby companies such as IBM
SCSE education.
www.sacredheart.edu/scse
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L EARN
To TEACH Isabelle Farrington College of Education Educating tomorrow’s leaders is one of the
Teaching degree that includes a full-year
most impactful careers of today. The Isabelle
graduate internship.
Farrington College of Education (FCE) develops innovative instructors ready to teach
Students are encouraged to gain valuable
youth in a changing world. FCE’s academic
experience by taking part in educational
programs include majors in interdisciplinary
initiatives that give back to SHU’s community,
studies or STEM for aspiring elementary
such as volunteering in local classrooms
educators, elementary and secondary teacher
and running book drives for schools in the
certification, and a five-year B.A./M.A. in
surrounding area.
IN THE
CLASSROOM
www.sacredheart.edu/education
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M OVE HEA LT H C AR E
forward
TOP-NOTCH
facilities Opened in 2017, SHU’s Center for Healthcare Education features the latest technology, including a multiprofessional educational clinic where students collaborate across the health
College of Health Professions The College of Health Professions (CHP)
CHP is committed to providing students with
prepares students to meet the growing need
practical experience in their major field, both
for skilled providers in an array of healthcare
on campus and beyond. Exciting opportunities
areas. Innovative programs equip students
include analyzing the effects of physical
with the academic knowledge to confront
movement in a lab setting, guiding local youth
emerging issues in this evolving field, pursue
in fitness initiatives or working with athletes to
an advanced degree and practice first-hand
optimize performance.
training in their discipline.
professions to prepare for the patientprovider interactions of real world healthcare settings. State-of-the-art facilities include: › Audiology suite › Motion analysis and human performance labs › Driving simulator › Pediatrics Clinic
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S E R V E THOSE
IN NEED
99% NCLEX
PASS RATE
College of Nursing This hands-on education with heart combines the latest technology in nursing education, like ultramodern simulation labs, with a commitment to personal attention and interaction with faculty. Complementing the on-campus experience, which is based in the Center for Healthcare Education, is a range of clinical practice at sites such as internationally recognized Yale-New Haven Hospital. programs include study abroad semesters in Nursing students may add a global dimension
Australia or Ireland, and short-term clinical field
to their learning with special Global
experiences in destinations such as Guatemala
Educational Programs. College of Nursing
or Jamaica.
www.sacredheart.edu/nursing
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S TART
strong As a first-year student, you will have ample opportunity to get the most out of your education. By starting with a broad liberal arts foundation and a deep connection with your faculty, you will be poised to take full advantage of the learning opportunities you will encounter at SHU and beyond. FIRST YEAR SEMINARS:
ACADEMIC SUPPORT:
These core curriculum seminars explore interdisciplinary
The Jandrisevits Learning Center offers academic support for
topics. Expert faculty lead student discussion in a small class
all SHU students, such as tutoring, workshops, Learning Labs,
setting, encouraging students to develop communication and
writing guidance and group study sessions. The Office of
critical analysis skills.
Student Accessibility provides additional services to students
ACADEMIC ADVISING:
with documented learning disabilities.
Every new student works with an academic advisor in their
MAJOR EXPLORATION:
SHU College of interest for guidance on curriculum planning
Students undecided on a major can benefit from the
and other academic issues.
mentorship offered by SHU’s Center for Career and
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE:
Professional Development. Undecided students may work with a Career counselor and peer mentor to explore major
This non-credit course supports freshmen in their transition to
and career options, and can take part in the alumni job
SHU by introducing important campus resources and success
shadow program. As they reflect on their strengths and
strategies while facilitating meaningful dialogue among
interests, they also create an action plan for selecting a major.
students.
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S E E THE
WORLD Study abroad fosters essential skills for today’s increasingly connected world. Adding international education to your college experience grows your self-confidence, resilience and independence, and provides you with a uniquely global lens for learning.
THE WORLD
is yours
STUDY ABROAD WITH SHU:
to global headquarters and group excursions to
SHU’s own global campuses make study abroad
places like Paris offer fun opportunities to bond with
seamless. Beautiful Dingle, Ireland is home to SHU’s
SHU-affiliated study abroad
classmates with Europe as your backdrop.
programs are offered in:
semester abroad. Coursework is designed to fulfill SHU
OTHER PROGRAMS:
credits in a variety of majors, with special programs in
SHU students have the option of spending an academic
› Argentina
› Italy
Biology and Nursing. Students enjoy the amenities of
year or semester, or completing short-term programs,
› Australia
› Luxembourg
a bustling small town with access to all the U.K. has to
through more than 60 SHU-affiliated programs in 30
offer. Charming and cosmopolitan Luxembourg, hosts
countries. Sacred Heart faculty also frequently lead
› Bermuda
› South Africa
SHU students for a semester or shorter to experience
international study and service trips for their students to
› China
› Thailand
European culture and commerce first-hand. Housed
gain global experience in a particular discipline; recent countries include India, Germany, Italy, Spain, Bermuda,
› Costa Rica
. . . and more
in the heart of the financial district, SHU Luxembourg offers courses in humanities and business. Site visits
China and Korea.
Center for Irish Cultural Studies, and our popular
› France › India › Ireland
www.sacredheart.edu/studyabroad
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IT ALL BEGIN S
here
BUILD YOUR RÉSUMÉ. BRUNCH DOWNTOWN. RIDE THE TRAIN TO YOUR INTERNSHIP.
Where do global opportunities intersect with all the comforts of home? SHU’s hometown of Fairfield, Connecticut.
Fairfield is consistently recognized as a top
With a scenic Gold Coast location, Fairfield
community in the Northeast in which to live.
boasts five miles of shoreline, marinas, parks
But if you want to visit New York City, Boston or
and plenty of shopping and fine dining. And its
even your hometown, Fairfield also offers easy
proximity to major companies, hospitals, and
transportation around the region and beyond.
non-profit organizations, as well as boutique firms and nationally ranked schools, positions
Fairfield, Connecticut, is an incredible place to
Fairfield as an outstanding place to gain
start your future.
professional experience, too.
RELAX AT THE BEACH. www.sacredheart.edu/visit
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WITH FAIRFIELD AS YOUR COLLEGE TOWN, THE WORLD IS YOURS.
seE YOURself here
MAKE YO UR SEL F
AT home
SHU’s engaged students and impressive campus combine for a vibrant university life. Outside the classroom, students can round
Students living on campus choose from
out their experience by doing what they love
a variety of residence halls, suites and
alongside fellow Pioneers. With facilities such
apartments with amenities like a CrossFit
as the bright and welcoming Ryan Matura
gym, gaming room and shared kitchens. A
Library, to the new Bobby Valentine Health
wide range of programming and support
and Recreation Center—a 57,000-square
help to foster community in the halls. You can
foot center complete with a bowling alley—
even choose to be part of a Living-Learning
students have every option for how to spend
Community (LLC) with other students who
their free time.
share a common interest such as business, health and wellness or community service.
www.sacredheart.edu/reslife
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FUEL Y OUR
Ambitions
START YOUR DAY WITH A FRESH SMOOTHIE AT LINDA’S. MEET FRIENDS OVER A PIZZA LUNCH AT 63’S.
With choices ranging from gluten-free meals to freshly baked bagels, SHU dining caters to you. Inviting dining spots are located throughout campus for students to relax and recharge over a delicious meal or snack.
GRAB A COFFEE FROM STARBUCKS WHILE STUDYING IN THE LIBRARY.
63’S
Traditional dining hall with hearthstone pizza, gluten-free foods, deli and more.
BALANCE KITCHE
Cafe at the Center for Healthcare Education with many healthy options.
EINSTEIN’S BAGELS GET A LATENIGHT BITE OR MILKSHAKE AT JP’S DINER.
Bagels, café foods and coffee in the Frank and Marisa Martire Center for the Liberal Arts.
LINDA’S
An array of options in the heart of campus: smoothies, sushi, Build Your Own Burger, Italian and salad bar.
MARKET AT SHU
Convenient one-stop shop for groceries, snacks, coffee and more in the Academic Building.
MARKET AT WEST
JP’S DINER
Enjoy classic diner favorites in a unique 50’s-style restaurant—the first on-campus diner in New England!
RED’S PUB
student events.
LIBRARY CAFE
Need a study break? Stop by for your favorite Starbucks treat at the library.
dineoncampus.com/shu
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Coffee and light snacks at
West Campus.
Lively pub that also hosts special
SEE YOURSELF HERE
MAKE YOUR MARK
D ISCO VER WH AT
moves you At SHU, you’ll participate—it’s what makes our campus a community. SHU’s clubs and organizations are a
Whatever it is you want to do, you’ll
home for your talents and interests.
join in easily, you’ll make fast friends,
Add to that a calendar full of student
and you’ll enjoy an active, rewarding
activities and campus events—
college experience like no other.
students have opportunities to jump in and get involved every single day.
www.sacredheart.edu/campuslife
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YOUR SHU
TO DO LIST How will you make your four years count? We have a few ideas. › Stand with your classmates at Freshman Convocation. › Join a club. › Participate in Skit Night. › Relax at an outdoor movie. › Dance the night away at the President’s Gala. › Pack the Pitt. › Try your hand at the annual Cornhole Competition. › Break a sweat, climb the rock wall or bowl a game at the Bobby Valentine Health and Recreation Center. › Reflect at a Campus Ministry retreat. › Catch a concert. Fetty Wap, Wiz Kalifa, and the Chainsmokers played here recently. › Enjoy an ice cream at The Peak, SHU’s student-run creamery. › Show SHU pride at Homecoming. › Win a prize at university-wide Bingo.
› Listen to a legend. Author Cheryl Strayed, Olympian Aly Raisman and hockey great Mark Messier were recent speakers. › Take in a show. SHU’s performing arts students put on productions each year, from main stage plays to holiday concerts. › Light the West Campus Christmas Tree. › Give back to the community during CURTIS Week or one of many other service programs. › Get your face painted at Spring Fest. › Compete in a club sport or intramurals. › Join your classmates and professors for Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, a walk against domestic violence. › Indulge in Late Night Breakfast. › Cheer on SHU at a game, race or match. Go, Pioneers! › Celebrate it all at Senior Week.
PARTICIPATE. CHEER. REFLECT. COMPETE. GIVE BACK.
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J O I N THE
HOME TEAM Sacred Heart University fields 32 NCAA Division I varsity sports in the Northeast Conference (NEC), with the SHU community rallying for the Pioneers year-round. › Baseball (M)
› Football (M)
› Swimming & Diving (W)
› Basketball (M + W)
› Golf (M + W)
› Tennis (M + W)
› Bowling (W)
› Ice Hockey (M + W)
› Cheerleading (W)
› Lacrosse (M + W)
› Track & Field—Indoor & Outdoor (M + W)
› Cross Country (M + W)
› Rowing (W)
› Equestrian (W)
› Rugby (W)
› Fencing (M + W)
› Soccer (M + W)
› Field Hockey (W)
› Softball (W)
www.sacredheartpioneers.com
› Volleyball (M + W) › Wrestling (M)
SOMETHING TO
cHEER ABOUT
8
NEC COMMISSIONER’S CUP WINS BY SHU
SHU’s eight NEC Commissioner’s Cup wins in ten years sets a record among all schools in the conference. The Commissioner’s Cup is awarded annually to member schools with the best overall intercollegiate athletic program in each NECsponsored sport.
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PLAY YOUR
HEART OUT Whether you want to continue playing a sport you played in high school or try out something new, SHU offers a wide range of options for athletes beyond Division I teams. Club sports keep many students active, with 29 programs that
number of intramural sports. Can’t find what you’re looking for?
compete against other colleges and universities. Those seeking
SHU can help you start a new team on campus!
competition at a more recreational level can take part in a
CLUB SPORTS › Badminton (Co-ed) › Baseball (M) › Basketball (M + W) › Bowling (M) › CrossFit (Co-ed) › Dance Team (W) › Dodgeball (M) › eSports (Co-ed) › Field Hockey (W)
› Figure Skating (W)
› Running (Co-ed)
› Football (M)
› Sailing (Co-ed)
› Golf (M + W)
› Soccer (M + W)
› Gymnastics (W)
› Softball (W)
› Ice Hockey (M)
› Spirit Squad/Cheerleading (Co-ed)
› Kickline (W) › Lacrosse (M + W) › Martial Arts (Co-ed) › Rock Climbing (Co-ed) › Rugby (M)
INTRAMURAL SPORTS › Basketball › Dodgeball › Flag Football › Floor Hockey
› Tennis (M + W)
› Ping Pong
› Ultimate Frisbee (M)
› Soccer (Indoor + Outdoor)
› Volleyball (M + W)
› Softball
› Weightlifting (Co-ed)
› Tennis
› Wrestling (M)
› Volleyball
www.sacredheartclubsports.com | www. sacredheart.edu/intramurals
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TA KE
THE STAGE If you have a passion for performance, we have something for you.
TWO
THUMBS UP
SHU’s band and orchestra ensembles, vocal ensembles, dance ensembles and theatre arts program give you the opportunity to develop and showcase your gifts alongside fellow students who also want to keep the performing arts part of their lives. Interested in pursuing your artistry
by a highly experienced performing arts faculty
academically? SHU offers a Theatre Arts
that has performed all over the world.
major with concentrations in acting or musical theatre, as well as minors in dance, theatre arts
Even if you are not a musician, dancer or
and music. Students can also get involved in
actor, SHU’s talented community means there
other aspects of theater, such as playwriting,
is always a performance for you to enjoy on
directing, and set design. Students are trained
campus.
www.sacredheart.edu/performingarts
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GO
GREEK BRINGING SHU
SPIRIT
Annual SHU events hosted by Greek Life organizations include Grillin’ with the Greeks, Campus Wide Easter Egg Hunt, Greek Olympics and Greek Week.
Join a Greek organization at SHU and you join a community of 1,800 students connected by common values of leadership, scholarship, service and friendship. Greek life gives students an opportunity to
campus-wide events. They get valuable
make an impact while having fun. Each sorority
leadership experience by heading committees,
and fraternity is committed to raising funds and managing fundraisers and collaborating awareness towards an important cause, such
with faculty and administrators. Through
as childhood education, diabetes awareness or
their shared experiences in SHU’s Greek
female empowerment. Greeks also volunteer
Life organizations, members build lifelong
in the community and build school spirit at
connections to their Greek sisters and brothers.
SHU by participating in athletics and hosting
sacredheart.edu/gogreek
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LEADERSHIP. FRIENDSHIP. SCHOLARSHIP. SERVICE.
MAKE YOUR MARK
F I N D YOUR
CALLING As a Catholic institution, SHU is committed to helping students grasp a deeper understanding and appreciation of who they are and who they are called to be. To that end, spiritual life at SHU encompasses all faiths, as well as all aspects of prayer, liturgy, retreat and reflection, service and pastoral care. At the heart of campus stands the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, where the community gathers for both mass and special interfaith programs. SHU’s faith-based offerings support the importance of spirituality in all our lives—both at the university and beyond.
www.sacredheart.edu/campusministry
REFLECTING
ON FAITH AGAPE LATTE › A coffeehouse speaker series that features personal stories, delivered by a SHU faculty or staff member, about the intersection of faith and everyday life.
CAMPUS MINISTRY › Students who lead the university community in faith-based initiatives.
RETREATS › Time away to connect with others while growing spiritually. Multiple retreats are offered throughout the year, including one specifically for first-year students.
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CREAT E
CHANGE IN THE
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
› Choose from a wide range of options with community partners—from volunteering in local public schools, to collecting donations for non-profit organizations.
Community service is central to the SHU experience. Together SHU students, faculty and staff take
children to serving in soup kitchens, from
part in more than 100,000 hours of volunteer
walking for important causes to building homes
service every year, earning SHU a spot on
for families in need, SHU students are reaching
The Princeton Review’s “Most Engaged in
out to create change in their community. And,
Community Service” list. From tutoring young
in the process, they’re being changed too.
SERVICE LEARNING
› Take a course for credit that integrates volunteering into learning and provides opportunities to reflect on experiences serving others.
GLOBAL SERVICE
› Serve others beyond our borders with a short-term service trip during spring break. International options include Guatemala, Costa Rica and El Salvador, while domestic options have taken students to Gulf Coast Mississippi and the Appalachian Mountains.
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www.sacredheart.edu/campuslife
MAKE YOUR MARK
GET
INVOLVED CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS › Accounting Club › American Chemical Society › American Sign Language Club
› CR2 Ministry Club
› Math Club
› Sports Management Club
› Education Club
› Multicultural Council
› Student Ambassadors
› English Club
› Muslim Student Association
› Exercise Science Club
› National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
› Student Athletic Advisory Committee
› Fashion Club › Finance & Economics Club
› Orientation Leaders
› Student Government
› Pioneer Magazine
› Student Nurses Association
› Pre-Law Club
› s.w.e.e.t. Peer Educators › To Write Love on Her Arms
› Are You Autism Aware?
› Gender Sexuality Alliance
› Best Buddies
› Green SHU’s
› Biology Club
› Habitat for Humanity
› Black Student Union
› Hearts United
› Pre-Occupational Therapy Club
› buildOn
› Her Campus
› Pre-Physical Therapy Club
› Business Administration Club
› Italian Club
› Pre-Physician Assistant Club
› Campus Ministry
› Ivory Ella
› Prologue (Yearbook)
› College Democrats
› La Hispanidad
› PULSE (Video News)
› College Republicans
› Lighthouse Christian Community
› Residence Hall Association
› Commuter Council › Council of Clubs & Organizations
› Love Your Melon › Marketing Club
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› Student Athletic Training Organization
› Rock Music Club › Social Work Club › Spectrum (Newspaper)
› United Campus Alliance › Veterans Club
GREEK LIFE SORORITIES: › Alpha Delta Pi › Chi Omega › Delta Zeta › Kappa Alpha Theta › Kappa Delta › Phi Sigma Sigma › Theta Phi Alpha › Zeta Tau Alpha
› WHRT (Radio)
FRATERNITIES:
› WHRTV
› Alpha Tau Omega › Beta Theta Pi › Iota Phi Theta › Kappa Sigma › Omega Phi Kappa › Pi Kappa Phi
DANCE: › Dance Company
BAND & ORCHESTRA:
› Dance Ensemble
› Chamber Ensembles
› Hip Hop Production
› Concert Band
› Irish Dance Ensemble
› Marching Band › Orchestra › Pep Band › Wind Ensemble › Featured Twirlers › Winter Guard CHORAL: › All Female A Capella Ensemble › All Male Ensemble › Gospel Choir › Liturgical Choir › SATB Ensemble › SSAA Ensemble
THEATRE ARTS: › Performance—acting, improv and musical theatre › Technical and design › Writing and directing › Main stage performances at Edgerton Center › Black box performances at the Little Theatre
MAKE YOUR MARK
PERFORMING ARTS
VISIT AND APPLY
TAKE THE
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Apply
Book a visit to attend an information session, tour campus and
SHU’s holistic application review process focuses on academic
interview with an admissions counselor—all options are available
achievement, extracurricular involvement, leadership, service
most weeks throughout the year. We also offer a full calendar of
and character. Sacred Heart utilizes the Common Application,
visit options for prospective students, including:
and standardized test scores may be submitted but are not
› Open Houses
required for admission.
› Campus tours and information sessions
DECEMBER 1 — Early Decision Deadline
› Academic Information Sessions
DECEMBER 15 — Early Action Deadline
To plan your visit, visit our website, call 203-371-7881 or email
DECEMBER 15 — Application Deadline for College of Nursing
visit@sacredheart.edu.
FEBRUARY 15 — Regular Decision Priority Deadline for College of Arts and Sciences, College of Health Professions, Farrington College of Education and Welch College of Business and Technology
For complete application information and instructions, visit our website.
www.sacredheart.edu/visitplanner
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