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TABLE OF CONTENTS BE READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD // 1 OUR HERITAGE // 2 OUR ETHOS // 3 URBAN BY CHOICE & MISSION // 4 BE READY FOR NEW EXPERIENCES // 6 CAMPUS SERVICES // 7 RESIDENCE // 7 BOOTH BISTRO // 7 ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES // 8 ACADEMIC LEARNING CENTRE // 8 JOHN FAIRBANK MEMORIAL LIBRARY // 10 OUR CITY, YOUR CAMPUS // 12 ADMISSION STANDARDS // 14 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE // 16 OUR PROGRAMS // 18 BACHELOR OF ARTS GENERAL STUDIES // 20 BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH & FILM // 23 BACHELOR OF ARTS BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES // 27 BACHELOR OF ARTS RELIGION // 31 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION // 35 BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK // 38 COME VISIT US! // 41

Be Ready to Change the World

AN EXPERIENCE IN CHANGING LIVES. An education from Booth University College is an experience in changing lives – your own and those around you. At Booth, you’ll discover how rigorous scholarship and selfless service to humanity will not only open your mind, but also your heart.

When you graduate from Booth, you’ll be on the threshold of opportunity. Armed with a bachelor’s degree, you’ll be educated, inspired and above all, ready to change the world.

Our Heritage

Our Ethos

Booth University College was launched in 1982, the legacy of a century-old idea to build a Christian academy focused on academic excellence and a commitment to serve those who live in poverty or on the outer edges of society. At the dawn of the 20th century, General William Booth, co-founder of The Salvation Army, envisioned an international university of humanity, and his dream was realized nearly 100 years later when William and Catherine Booth College was established in downtown Winnipeg.

Booth University College is the educational expression of the mission of The Salvation Army. Its commitment to rigorous scholarship and enlightened service to humanity is reflected in the slogan: Education for a better world. It is a phrase that not only exemplifies the institution’s mission, but also personifies the journey of every Booth student.

1981 NEARLY 80 YEARS AFTER WILLIAM BOOTH ENVISIONED AN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HUMANITY, THE SALVATION ARMY ANNOUNCES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COLLEGE IN DOWNTOWN WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, CANADA.

The school has grown from a Bible college into a university college with a diverse curriculum. Students from around the world study a wide range of subjects in the fields of social sciences, humanities and professions. Today’s Booth has become a contemporary expression of William Booth’s original vision. Students study about the world but they also learn to serve its citizens, thereby contributing to the dream of building a more kindhearted society.

1982 CATHERINE BOOTH BIBLE COLLEGE RECEIVES ITS FIRST STUDENTS IN SEPTEMBER. MAJOR EARL ROBINSON IS THE COLLEGE’S FIRST PRESIDENT.

WINNIPEG. THE SEVEN-STOREY BUILDING INCLUDES A CHAPEL, CLASSROOMS, OFFICES, GYM, DINING ROOM AND A RESIDENCE.

IS DEVELOPED. IN 2000, THE ARMY’S OFFICER CADETS ARE ENROLLED IN A UNIQUE BACHELOR OF ARTS PROGRAM AT THE COLLEGE.

1987 THE COLLEGE ACQUIRES THE PRESENT CAMPUS AT 447 WEBB PLACE, ACROSS FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF

1989 A DEGREE PROGRAM FOR OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY’S CANADA AND BERMUDA TERRITORY

1991 THE COLLEGE RECEIVES ACCREDITATION FROM THE ACCREDITING ASSOCIATION OF BIBLE COLLEGES.

program, our students are inspired to become lifelong advocates for poor and oppressed people. As Christian educators, we have faith that Booth graduates will bring hope, social justice and mercy into the world where there is despair, injustice and cruelty. Contributing to a better world requires leadership from people who are inspired to bring about positive social change. By virtue of their Booth experience, our graduates are ready to utilize their education in professional careers and to apply their capacity to inspire change locally, nationally and internationally.

There is more to understanding the world than acquiring knowledge and through Booth’s unique urban service learning

A YEAR LATER, IT BECOMES AN APPROVED 2005 A NEW LIBRARY IS BUILT AT 290 TEACHING CENTRE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VAUGHAN STREET, TWO-MINUTES FROM MANITOBA. BOOTH. THE JOHN FAIRBANK MEMORIAL LIBRARY IS SHARED BY STUDENTS 2001 BOOTH OFFERS ITS FIRST ONLINE AT BOOTH AND THE SALVATION ARMY’S DISTANCE EDUCATION COURSE, WITH NEARBY COLLEGE FOR OFFICER STUDENTS REGISTERING FROM SEVEN TRAINING. COUNTRIES.

2007 BOOTH CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY. 2007 DR DONALD E BURKE IS INSTALLED AS PRESIDENT OF THE COLLEGE. 2010 THROUGH PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION, BOOTH BECOMES

A UNIVERSITY COLLEGE. NOW KNOWN AS BOOTH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, THE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IN THE HEART OF WINNIPEG FULFILLS WILLIAM BOOTH’S VISION OF A UNIVERSITY OF HUMANITY.

Like any city, there is poverty, illiteracy and homelessness on the streets of downtown Winnipeg. The mission of The Salvation Army is to provide hopeful support to the poor and vulnerable in the community and Booth students are provided with

Against a backdrop of worldwide social, political, financial and environmental uncertainty, Donald’s statement is a powerful call for Booth students to consider the true meaning of Booth’s motto: education for a better world. In his words, students can take inspiration from the expression and be empowered to change the world. “To prepare ourselves as agents of positive change in the world, we must be open to new ideas, to dream rather than be bound by the constraints of what is possible today, and to hope that one person can actually make a difference.”

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Booth is unique in its mission and it’s our goal as Christian educators to introduce students to The Salvation Army’s important service to those who live in the heart of a city in need. As a result, Booth is more than an ivory tower. It is a place where students are encouraged to step out of the classroom to engage with the society and culture outside our door.

opportunities to learn how actions combined with values can make a difference in the world.

“At Booth, we ground students in a wide range of disciplines and Christian faith to give them a perspective on the world that sees possibilities more than problems and that imagines solutions more than difficulties,” he explains.

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It is by choice that our roots are deep in the concrete of downtown Winnipeg. Booth University College has always been an urban institution, focused on educating students about a world in need of hope, social justice and mercy.

There are three things that Donald Burke fervently hopes every Booth student carries with them after graduating – a passion for learning, a passion for God and a passion for the world. This is, in his estimation, a recipe for a good life of joyful service to humanity.

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Be Ready for New Experiences

BOOTH BISTRO

We’ll provide you with a ‘taste of home.’ Our Red Seal Chef takes pride in designing and serving menus that include healthy options. We also offer take-out sandwiches, salads, snacks, ice cream, soups and breakfast sandwiches. We’re part of everyone’s day. Ask our students in residence how well the hospitality team gets to know them. Within weeks of meeting them, our staff will know their food likes and dislikes.

RESIDENCE

At Booth, you’ll make friends with fellow students from other cities, provinces RESIDENCE // 7 and countries. Your BOOTH BISTRO // 7 professors won’t just ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES // 8 teach you new ideas; ACADEMIC LEARNING CENTRE // 8 they’ll challenge your JOHN FAIRBANK MEMORIAL LIBRARY // 10 existing ones. You won’t be doing homework; you’ll be discovering how to think critically and write convincingly. One month into the new school year you’ll be saying to yourself, “Hey, I’m not in high school anymore.”

Get to know your professors personally. It’s your own ideas that count and they’ll be counting on you to share them.

CAMPUS SERVICES (TABLE OF CONTENTS)

Curl up in a corner with your laptop or spread out in a computer lab. There’s WiFi all around, so choose your favourite spot. Enjoy life on campus. There’s always something to do and someone to do it with. Feed your spirit. Find quietude in our chapel, discover fellowship in one of our ministries or talk to our spiritual life coordinator.

Living on campus, taking a bus downtown or carpooling to class? Whatever way you roll, you’ll be heading in the right direction – downtown.

Refresh yourself. By the end of your first year’s journey, you’ll have discovered more about yourself than you ever thought possible.

Booth’s residence is like a little community in downtown Winnipeg. Part of the city’s university housing network, our residence is also home to out of town and international students from other neighbourhood educational institutions.

All-day service. The Bistro is open to all students and faculty from Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. You can pay with cash, debit or credit card.

It won’t take long for you to find your comfort zone. You’ll have your own newly redecorated private room with everything you need to feel like you’re at home, including a comfy bed, desk, chair and plenty of wall space to hang up your family photos.

Running late with no time to eat? Pre-order a sandwich from Booth Bistro so it’s ready when you get here. Need a latte? There’s no need to run out to the mall for a specialty coffee. We’ll make you one and provide a freshly baked cookie or muffin to go with it.

Spend time with friends in our common areas. Every residence floor has a TV and lounge space, our main floor common room has a big screen TV and pool table, and there’s also an outdoor patio on the third floor. And you have access to a full kitchen to cook all your own comfort foods. Support is always down the hall. Our residence has live-in staff and an advisor who provides academic, social and spiritual leadership.

STUDENT SERVICES WHETHER YOU’RE LIVING IN RESIDENCE OR COMMUTING TO BOOTH’S DOWNTOWN CAMPUS, OUR STUDENT SERVICES WILL NOT ONLY HELP YOU ACHIEVE ACADEMIC SUCCESS, THEY’LL ALSO KEEP YOUR BODY NOURISHED AND YOUR SPIRIT WELL-FED.

We’ll help you structure your semester and assist you in developing reading and writing skills, effective note taking, advanced online research and correct bibliography writing.

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Booth provides a supportive environment for all students. If you disclose a diagnosed physical limitation or learning disability, we’ll work closely and confidentially with you to accommodate your needs and assist you in achieving your academic goals.

We’re here to help you achieve your goals, free of charge. You can take advantage of our free one-on-one-tutoring, ongoing academic workshops, exam study sessions and drop-in advising.

Identifying a disability is never a disadvantage. If you meet Booth’s admission requirements, we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs and help you achieve your goals.

Explore your own learning style. Our tutoring and workshops can help you discover the appropriate study skills that best match your method of learning.

ACADEMIC LEARNING CENTRE

University level learning can be overwhelming for most students and the Academic Learning Centre is here to help.

Our tutors are specialists. Whether it’s the humanities, math, sciences, social sciences or communications technology that you need a little help with, you can rely on us to help.

“I liked that everything was within reach – awesome things like The Forks and West End Cultural Centre – but what I really liked was when I came to visit the school, every single staff member and professor that passed introduced themselves,” says Sherrie-Lee who moved to Winnipeg from Notre Dame de Lourdes. “I knew then that I would be a human being to them as opposed to just another number.” Besides the convenience of a single elevator ride downstairs and no excuses for being late for class, Sherrie-Lee says there are other perks to living in residence. Like meeting new friends from around the world. “I’ve lived with people from Australia, Sweden and Africa and through one of my courses I had an opportunity to travel to Zimbabwe, my friend’s homeland,” she declares. “These people have all taught me more about love, kindness and faith than I ever knew before.”

Sherrie-Lee on location at the Winnipeg Concert Hall.

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Moving from small town Manitoba to big city Winnipeg might be daunting to some, but Sherrie-Lee Chiarot says it didn’t take her long to commit to staying in residence at Booth.

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Meagan Morash, BEd, MLIS

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After years of guiding Booth students through their studies, Meagan can look back and see just how much of an impact working with young people has had on her own life. “I’m more critical, but less likely to criticize,” she explains. “I have experienced profound grace where I didn’t expect it and recognized it as God working through faithful, beautiful people. I have more fully realized that I owe the world, not the other way around.” Meagan on location at Booth University College.

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All Booth students – including distance education and summer school students – have access to the library’s services. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always on hand to advise students about research strategies. And as a Booth student, you have borrowing privileges at a number of other Winnipegarea libraries that allow you to access over a million volumes.

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The hub of any post-secondary institution is the library and John Fairbank Memorial Library is Booth’s essential source for scholarly information and documentation that supports all academic disciplines. Just a few short steps from Booth’s main campus, the library houses a computer lab and a comprehensive collection of books, journals, videos, audiotapes, CDs, maps and microfilms. The library also offers a wide array of online resources.

To Meagan, who also serves as an Advisor to General Studies, a professor’s job is no longer an exercise in imparting as much information, data and facts as they can. “The sheer volume of information accessible to students makes that an impossible task,” she says. “Our job now is to teach students how to sift through mountains of information and discern what is worth keeping and what isn’t.”

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Meagan Morash has spent the last 11 years as Booth’s Director of Library Services, teaching workshops and the occasional English course as well. It’s a position that has provided plenty of perspective about the role of an educator in today’s world.

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Our City, Your Campus A // THE MANITOBA MUSEUM B // WINNIPEG CENTENNIAL CONCERT HALL C // SHAW BASEBALL PARK, HOME OF THE GOLDEYES D // ESPLANADE RIEL PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE E // CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS F // UNION STATION G // THE FORKS H // UPPER FORT GARRY I // LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF MANITOBA J // THE WINNIPEG ART GALLERY (WAG) K // WINNIPEG CONVENTION CENTRE L // MILLENNIUM LIBRARY M // MTS CENTRE, HOME OF THE JETS N // PORTAGE PLACE SHOPPING CENTRE AND GLOBE THEATRE O // BOOTH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ’S JOHN FAIRBANK MEMORIAL LIBRARY P // THE SALVATION ARMY COLLEGE FOR OFFICER TRAINING (CFOT) Q // BOOTH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

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When you’re located in the heart of Winnipeg, everything is within reach. From Booth, you’re only a few minutes away by foot or bus from restaurants, sporting facilities, art galleries and shopping centres. And being downtown means you have access to all the fun and festivities that our historic city centre has to offer.

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BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK APPLICANTS // HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Admission Standards HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANTS

For all programs, high school applicants must have five full Grade 12 courses at the S or U levels with a final overall average of 65 per cent. English and math must be two of the five courses. Students who have completed course work at an approved post-secondary institution may enter Booth University College as transfer students. An entering AGPA of 2.0 or better is required.

Please note, out of province or out of country equivalencies must match Manitoba levels. For more information, go to BoothUC.ca/ Admissions/Entrance-Requirements. HOW TO APPLY

Go to BoothUC.ca/Apply, submit the online application and arrange to have your official transcripts sent to us. For more information about admission, fees, financial awards or campus visits, please contact us.

High school applicants who meet Booth’s general admission standards may indicate on their application that the Bachelor of Social Work is their program of interest. During their first year, students will complete core requirements and SWK110 Introduction to Social Work. Formal application to the social work program may be made in the winter semester. BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK APPLICANTS // TRANSFER STUDENTS

Transfer students can transfer a maximum of 60 credit hours from another post-secondary institution and upon completion of the social work admission process may be admitted to either the second or third year of studies of a four-year program. Applicants must first meet general admission standards. BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK APPLICANTS // AFTER DEGREE STUDENTS

Students with an undergraduate degree may apply for admission to the Bachelor of Social Work After Degree program and enter into the third year of study. The deadline for early application is 31 March 2013 and the regular deadline is 31 July 2013.

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For more information go to BoothUC.ca/ Academics/Social-Work/Program-Admission.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICANTS

Go to BoothUC.ca/Apply, submit the online application and arrange to have your official transcripts sent to us.

Early applications are due by 31 March 2013 to be considered for financial aid. International student applications are due no later than 30 April 2013. Arrange to have your official transcripts and English Proficiency score sent directly to Booth’s Admissions Office. Because English is the language of instruction and communication at Booth University College, applicants must demonstrate a command of English sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, written assignments and participation in tutorials and discussions. All applicants who are not Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada, whose primary language is not English, must demonstrate competency by meeting Booth University College’s standards of English proficiency. Students from countries with long-established traditions of English instruction may be exempt. Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents whose primary language is not English must also verify proficiency in English. For more information about English proficiency standards and tests, please check our website. For more information go to BoothUC.ca/Admissions/ Becoming-a-Student/International.

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When Michelle Lemoine couldn’t attend an event set up to introduce prospective students to Booth’s social work program, her father Hank stood in for her. As Hank recalls, he asked plenty of questions that night and came away with a healthy respect for Booth and a desire for his daughter to attend the school. “My wife Kim and I were pleased when Michelle was accepted to the social work program at Booth because we both believed she’d thrive in an environment of small classes and individual attention,” Hank notes. “I was told that the staff worked hard to instill an attitude of success in students and they indicated that they’d inspire Michelle to excel.”

MERIT-BASED ENTRANCE AWARDS

Booth recognizes the significant achievements of high school, transfer and undergraduate degree applicants. When you apply, you are automatically considered for an entrance award. If your average upon entrance is 70% (3.0 AGPA) or higher, you could earn between $1,200 and $4,000. To calculate your award, use our convenient online award calculator.

For consideration, please complete your Application for Admission by 31 March 2013. Booth University College is an approved institution for financial aid by Canada (all provinces) and the United States (FAFSA). For more information go to BoothUC.ca/ Admissions/Financial-Awards.

Three years later, Michelle is set to graduate with a Bachelor of Social Work degree. Hank says while Booth has provided his daughter with a quality education, it’s the school’s distinctive emphasis on building Christian character that has prepared Michelle for the future. “I appreciate that Booth aspires for its students to be better people and not just students,” he says. “That’ll take Michelle a long way.”

Hank on location at St. Vital Park.

RESPECT. EQUIP. EMPOWER. Our Programs BACHELOR OF ARTS GENERAL STUDIES

BACHELOR OF ARTS RELIGION

A general studies degree allows for a deeper understanding of the human condition and creates a starting point for both a career and a lifetime of service to others.

By studying religion, you’ll develop a profound respect for the role faith plays in the human experience and be inspired to act on creating a more tolerant world.

BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH & FILM

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Studying English and film will help you understand the interplay between language and art and how artistic creations express and shape our world.

Your degree in business administration will not only equip you with the tools to succeed in business, but also the values to help companies think beyond their bottom lines.

BACHELOR OF ARTS BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

By integrating the study of psychology and sociology, you’ll learn to find solutions that make a profound difference in the lives of people and their communities.

With your degree in social work, you’ll work to empower people and help them bring social functioning to their personal, family and community lives.

Nathan Morgan

STUDENT, BACHELOR OF ARTS (GENERAL STUDIES) When it came time for Nathan Morgan to choose a university, he let both his heart and his head pass judgment on his choices. It was a decision that led him straight to Booth. “My choice was between a career-specific program at one school and General Studies at Booth,” Nathan states. “Since I don’t yet know where I’m going in life, I thought I’d play it safe. When I visited Booth last year, I just sensed a groove that felt right.” Being the son of Salvation Army missionary officers, Nathan has seen a lot of the world. He’s lived in Toronto and Budapest, Hungary, and his worldly-wise experience has given him a unique cultural perspective. He says he’s also eager to discover what Winnipeg has to offer. “I really dig the international atmosphere you find in Europe,” Nathan explains. “I enjoy being able to move around easily from country to country, experiencing different cultures and soaking up the little cool things from each nation. And now I’m ready for another new location – Winnipeg.”

Bachelor of Arts General Studies If your interests are varied and you like keeping your options open, a BA in general studies is a degree that can position you for the future.

interest you, you’ll expand your horizons and create a starting-point for a career search or future study.

There are plenty of opportunities in the world for generalists with a passion for learning and a desire to put their knowledge into action. A three-year general studies degree from Booth provides a sound foundation in the arts and sciences. On your way to a well-rounded education, you’ll have the freedom to explore courses beyond the core curriculum. By focusing on subjects that

A broad-based BA in general studies will give you an appreciation for the world’s immense diversity. Integrated with a Christian worldview, your knowledge and insight will allow for a deeper understanding of the human condition. It is from this perspective that you can build a lifetime of volunteer or professional service helping make the world a better place.

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Because so many career options require university degrees, a BA in general studies is ideal since it provides a well-balanced education. With your degree you can seek jobs in as wide an array of industries as business and the social services. It’s also a solid academic platform for after-degree study in education, journalism, law and the medical professions.

High school applicants must have five full Grade 12 courses at the S or U levels with a final overall average of 65 per cent. English and math must be two of the five courses. Students who have completed course work at an approved post-secondary institution may enter Booth University College as transfer students. An entering AGPA of 2.0 or better is required.

HOW TO APPLY SIMPLY LOGIN TO WWW.BOOTHUC.CA, SUBMIT THE ONLINE APPLICATION AND ARRANGE TO HAVE YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS SENT TO US. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ADMISSION, FEES, FINANCIAL AWARDS OR CAMPUS VISITS, PLEASE CONTACT US. EMAIL – ADMISSIONS@BOOTHUC.CA PHONE – 877-942-6684 X 624

Laura Milette

ALUMNA 2012, BACHELOR OF ARTS (ENGLISH & FILM) Laura Milette spent several years studying at various post-secondary institutions but her experiences left her feeling doubtful about her ability to obtain a degree. She eventually chose to enroll at Booth and her decision was one she is proud to have made. “As a Christian, I wanted to attend a school with a religious affiliation,” Laura recalls. “The small class sizes, affordable tuition and welcoming staff convinced me to attend. I loved that Booth was in a large city but not isolated from the rest of the world.” From day one, Booth fulfilled Laura’s aspirations. She credits Booth’s faculty with helping her achieve her Bachelor’s degree. As she says, they desired to discover who she was as a person, inspired her to ask questions and impelled her to apply what she learned. “The education I received at Booth was not taught exclusively in the classroom but also in the library, the cafeteria and the halls, and in return I received an education that was worth more than a degree as I was shaped and refined in the process.”

BRING HOPE TO A NEEDFUL WORLD. Bachelor of Arts English & Film By combining the study of literature and film, you’ll discover the cultural link between the art of the written story and the craft of visual storytelling.

An academic analysis of English literature and film will provide you with the practical tools to interpret critically fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, film and visual media. In small classes taught by impassioned instructors, you’ll explore literary masterpieces from some of history’s greatest writers and review masterwork films from the world’s most notable filmmakers. You’ll come to understand how writers, poets, screenwriters and directors balance art and entertainment to create works that engage people and enrich societies.

Because the English language is the basis for how the western world communicates in a cultural context, a critical appreciation of the bedrock of our culture is a necessity in our fast-changing multimedia environment. A degree in English and Film will help you understand the interplay between language and art and how artistic creations such as fiction, poetry, drama and film can help bring hope to a needful world.

Michael Boyce, PhD

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH & FILM

Ask Michael Boyce why he teaches and he’ll answer, “I teach because I’m a teacher. It’s not what I do, it’s who I am.” This heartfelt response may be straightforward but it describes Michael’s inspiration for his work.

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One notion that Michael tries to instill in his students is that education is a lifelong pursuit. “It doesn’t end with graduation,” he says. “Education goes on long after you leave the classroom.”

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Michael believes that teaching is one of Booth’s strengths and he’s proud to be one of the school’s educators. “Our faculty is made up of some truly excellent scholars and teachers. As well, our smaller size means that we’re able to give our students opportunities that are usually only reserved for graduate students.”

Students who have completed course work at an approved post-secondary institution may enter Booth University College as transfer students. An entering AGPA of 2.0 or better is required.

High school applicants must have five full Grade 12 courses at the S or U levels with a final overall average of 65 per cent. English and math must be two of the five courses.

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A Bachelors degree in English and Film will signify your highly developed communication skills and critical thinking ability. With your BA you can consider a variety of careers in writing and editing, publishing, advertising, public relations and the film industry. As well, you’ll be poised to enter such professional programs as journalism, education, law and library sciences.

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“I’m encouraged when I see my students getting excited about a text – be it a literary work or film – or an idea that they’ve never encountered before,” Michael notes. “I’m also energized when students make intellectual connections on their own, applying ideas that we’ve discussed in class in new ways.”

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Elissa Gabriel

STUDENT, BACHELOR OF ARTS (BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES) When Elissa Gabriel left Misipawistik Cree Nation to enroll at Booth, she wasn’t just moving her growing family; she was bringing her whole northern Manitoba community along on the journey. For the busy mother of seven, an education is something that will one day benefit others as much as it will her.

Bachelor of Arts Behavioural Sciences

“An education is very important where I come from,” Elissa explains. “It gives me a voice to not only help my family, but also the whole community. My voice is for my people and my education is for them too because it gives me knowledge that I can use to help them.”

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“The event was a success and young people were inspired to make a difference in their own communities. I’m so proud to be giving something positive back to my people.”

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While she is still a year away from graduating, Elissa believes that what she’s learned is already having an impact on people back home. As a Christian leader, she shepherded a youth camp in her hometown and came away encouraged by the results.

Studying behavioural sciences at Booth prepares you for life because, while the world of work may change with time, knowledge of human behaviour lasts forever.

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When you study behavioural sciences at Booth, you achieve a unique perspective and deep understanding of the human condition. While psychology focuses on a person’s individual development, sociology looks at people’s activities from a broader societal viewpoint. By integrating these two disciplines – through in-class study, research labs and a hands-on internship that lets you apply the knowledge you’ve gained to actual fieldwork – you’ll develop an awareness of the social forces that shape the world around us.

Within the context of a Christian worldview, a bachelor’s degree in behavioural sciences offers genuine opportunities for graduates to participate in meaningful social change at the local and global levels. Armed with an indepth understanding of individual and group dynamics, you’ll be prepared to interpret broad patterns of change and find solutions that make a profound difference in the lives of people and their communities.

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The knowledge gleaned from in-depth study of psychology and sociology can be applied to as wide a range of careers as sales and marketing and international humanitarian work. Your BA in behavioural sciences also prepares you for further education or professional training in law, criminal justice, law enforcement, statistical research, human resources, social advocacy work and the Christian ministry.

“I teach because it’s intensely rewarding,” he states. “Every day, I’m privileged to witness moments when students are playing with ideas that are going to shape the rest of their lives. It’s an honour to meet so many unique young people and be part of a very important time in their lives.” Jim says it takes courage to be a successful student, something he sees daily in the classroom. Since this is his first year as a Booth educator, he says he’s eager to build relationships with a whole new group of intrepid learners. “Students need what all humans need to be successful at life: courage and a willingness to be open, to care for themselves and others, and appreciation that the best learning happens when we are in situations that frustrate us,” Jim explains.

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In his academic career, Jim Cresswell has always counted on the enthusiasm of his students as one of the rewards of teaching young people. To Jim, the commitment it takes to be a successful learner is inspiring.

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ALUMNA 2012, BACHELOR OF ARTS (RELIGION)

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“The best thing about Booth is that you feel a sense of community; your professors and fellow students are so accessible,” Lucy notes. “Over the years, there’s a drive that’s developed in you to go out and get involved in your own neighbourhood, to make a difference in the greater community.”

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On reflection, Lucy says it was Booth’s inherent sense of Christian community that provided her with enough perspective to make a difference in the world around her. She says that when she graduated she was prepared to contribute to the wider community.

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Bachelor of Arts Religion

“Booth is one of a kind, the only Christian post-secondary institution located in the heart of a major Canadian city,” Lucy explains. “It’s not isolated outside of or on the fringes of Winnipeg. It’s where it’s needed.”

It was Booth’s Christian foundation that first attracted Lucy Kemp but it was the school’s downtown Winnipeg location that solidified her resolve to enroll there. There was something about being in the centre of the city, where God’s Word was most needed, that appealed to her.

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THINK CRITICALLY. BE INFORMED. BE INSPIRED. By studying religion at Booth, you’ll seek to find answers to the fundamental questions that all faithful people in the world ask – who is God and why am I here?

you’ll develop a broad understanding of the significance of religion in societies and a profound respect for the role faith plays in the human experience.

The Christian worldview – historical and contemporary – is at the heart of Booth’s religion program but you’ll also discover the sacred traditions inherent in the world’s other great religions. By combining foundational study in the Bible and historical Christian thought, and complementing it with analysis of Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and North American Indigenous religions,

By understanding the history and cultural importance of religious traditions, you’ll be able to help make Christianity relevant in today’s changing world. A degree in religion from Booth will equip you to think critically about social justice in the global community, and as such, you’ll be informed and inspired to act on creating a more tolerant world.

Roy Jeal, PhD

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As a critical thinker and clear communicator, you’ll be well positioned to pursue employment in many social and occupational settings. Your BA in Religion is a solid foundation for graduate studies, officer training in The Salvation Army and a steppingstone to professional programs such as the Christian ministry and other related vocations, including chaplaincy, counselling and youth and community work.

High school applicants must have five full Grade 12 courses at the S or U level with a final overall average of 65 per cent. English and math must be two of the five courses. Students who have completed course work at an approved post-secondary institution may enter Booth University College as transfer students. An entering AGPA of 2.0 or better is required.

HOW TO APPLY SIMPLY LOGIN TO WWW.BOOTHUC.CA, SUBMIT THE ONLINE APPLICATION AND ARRANGE TO HAVE YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS SENT TO US.

As an educator, Roy challenges his students to think critically, to become articulate in speaking and writing, and to discover ways they can do good in the world. It’s a course of action he’s always employed in his teaching career. “I’ve always loved helping students understand ideas, texts and perceived realities that help them grow, mature and become faithful people,” Roy states. “I aim to engage in ‘the life of the mind’ with my students inside and outside the classroom.”

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“I’ve always believed that if students enter the world of learning, engage with their courses, work hard, bring energy to and become energized by their studies, then much good will follow,” Roy notes. “There must be a sincere desire to be productive, serving persons, rather than job-seekers.”

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During his 17 years of teaching religion at Booth, Roy Jeal has worked with many students who studied, graduated and moved on to productive living in Canada and beyond. His wish for all of them, he says, is always that they learn how to live faithfully, honourably and fruitfully in the world.

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Angela Davis, CA, CFE, MSc

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION The world of commerce and economics has seen its share of negative headlines lately but Angela Davis believes that Booth’s focus on educating socially responsible business people will have a positive impact on society. For Angela, the pursuit of profit is most noble when personal values are in play.

“We want our grads to be innovative global business leaders with integrity,” Angela notes. “We want them to be aware of the full spectrum of society and to know that their actions can influence a lot of people in a positive way.”

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Angela tries to balance her students’ perspective through first-year urban service learning and ongoing visits to local businesses. Both are designed to take students out of the classroom and into the real world.

At Booth, the study of business administration puts as much emphasis on the value of integrity as it does on the pursuit of profit.

“From year one, our business students are challenged to think about being socially responsible,” she explains. “I believe in providing our students with plenty of opportunities to explore their own value systems and giving them the tools to put those values into action.”

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There is a growing need for socially conscious business leaders whose values and education can help for-profit and not-for-profit organizations think beyond their bottom lines. Against a backdrop of Christian principles, you’ll attain a solid education in marketing, human resources, finance, accounting, project management, nonprofit management and public relations. To ensure your success, Booth has developed a challenging, four-year program that allows you to learn through real life business cases, computer simulations, site tours and practical job placements.

At Booth, you’ll learn to think critically, assess risks, devise strategies and create solutions. However, you’ll also develop a keen awareness of social responsibility, corporate governance and the ethics of good business. Your degree in business administration will equip you with the tools to succeed in commerce, but even more so, it will create opportunities for you to provide leadership in bridging the gap between rich and poor.

“Studying at Booth changed me as a person. It gave me insight into various social issues and it provided an opportunity for God to grow my understanding of social justice. The experience truly inspired me to be selfsacrificial and focused on serving others.” To attain his understanding of society and himself, Kris relied on the mentorship of Booth’s professors. He says it was their incredibly high standards that allowed him and his peers to develop their potential as social workers. “The professors at Booth go beyond teaching; they model their knowledge,” Kris declares. “The best part was they instructed us as equals and treated us as future colleagues. What an honour. Thanks to them, I know I can make a difference in the world through service to others.”

Kris on location in his Fort Garry neighbourhood.

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A business administration degree from Booth prepares you to enter the world of global commerce. With your business skills you can venture into entrepreneurship or compete for such positions as an accountant, business analyst, financial advisor, advertising salesperson, market researcher or nonprofit fundraiser. You may also pursue a graduate degree or acquire a professional designation, such as CA, CMA or CGA.

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Fresh out of Booth, Kris Kenemy is keen to apply the knowledge, skills and self-confidence he learned and developed in the classroom to the real world. Thanks to his experiences at Booth, Kris says he’s ready to turn practical know-how into professional perspective.

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EDUCATE YOUR HEART. EDUCATE YOUR MIND. Bachelor of Social Work At Booth, you’ll educate your heart as much as your mind and learn that not only can you help people change; you can help change the world too.

Graduates of Booth’s professional social work program are equipped with the skills to make a difference immediately in the in the quality of people’s lives and the well-being of communities. As a social work student, you’ll learn to use intervention strategies such as counselling, advocacy, community development and mediation to facilitate change in individuals, families and groups. You’ll also take classroom theories and your knowledge of social welfare policies into the community where you’ll develop your clinical skills in social agency settings.

At Booth, you’ll study in a Christian academic environment infused with The Salvation Army’s values of hope, social justice and mercy. Here, you’ll learn how to challenge inequity and injustice and advocate for oppressed and vulnerable persons. With your Bachelor of Social Work, you’ll work to empower people and help them bring social functioning to their personal, family and community lives.

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Booth’s social work program accepts applications from students entering directly from high school, transfer students from other educational institutions and students with undergraduate degrees. High school applicants must have five full Grade 12 courses at the S or U levels with a final overall average of 65 per cent. English and math must be two of the five courses. If you meet these requirements you may indicate on your application that the Bachelor of Social Work is your program of interest. During your first year of studies you will complete core course requirements and SWK110 Introduction to Social Work. In the winter semester you will make formal application to the social work program.

You may also apply to the Bachelor of Social Work Program as a transfer student if you have completed course work at another post-secondary institution. A maximum of 60 credit hours can be transferred to Booth. Upon completion of the social work admission process students may be admitted to either the second or third year of studies of a four-year program. If you already have an undergraduate degree you may apply for admission to the Bachelor of Social Work After Degree program and enter into the third year of study. Depending on your point of entry, there are varying criterion for admission. For in-depth information about the social work program’s standards, please visit www.BoothUC.ca.

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Social work is a career with excellent opportunities and Booth’s grads enjoy a successful employment rate of 100 per cent within six months of graduation, with many finding jobs before they even leave the program. With your degree, you can expect to find positions in a wide variety of fields, including family services, corrections, health care, education, mental health and disaster relief.

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Jennifer Hedges, MSW

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SOCIAL WORK Jennifer Hedges graduated from Booth in 2003 with a Bachelor of Social Work and today she’s back in the classroom, sharing her career experiences and teaching students how they can change the world. It’s one of life’s circles that Jennifer says fills her with gratitude. ER

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“Booth’s intimate nature allowed me to form close relationships with my professors and this enhanced my learning. I’m looking forward to developing the same kind of relationships with my students that I had with my professors.”

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Now that she’s standing at the lectern, Jennifer wants to bring the same enthusiasm and deep sense of caring to her classroom that she felt from her professors. She says she’s looking forward to getting to know her students.

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“My own experience at Booth was transformative,” she states. “I was challenged daily to examine my own values, to think critically and to be open to new ideas. My professors and my classmates also influenced me. When I graduated I felt confident that I was going to succeed in my profession and make a difference in the world.”

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WHETHER IT’S A PERSONAL VISIT OR A GROUP TOUR AIMED AT A SPECIFIC AREA OF INTEREST, WE CAN ARRANGE FOR YOU TO TALK TO ADMINISTRATORS, PROFESSORS AND STUDENTS. YOU CAN SIT IN ON A CLASS YOU’RE INTERESTED IN, STOP BY THE BISTRO AND HANG OUT IN OUR COMMON AREAS. WE’LL ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE AND PROVIDE YOU WITH A REGISTRATION PACKAGE THAT YOU CAN TAKE HOME. FOR OUT OF PROVINCE VISITORS, WE’LL CREDIT UP TO $500 OF YOUR TRAVEL EXPENSES TO YOUR STUDENT ACCOUNT IF YOU ENROLL AS A FULL-TIME STUDENT.

BRING YOUR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS TO BOOTH

WE ENCOURAGE HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS AND COUNSELLORS TO VISIT BOOTH WITH A CLASS OR GROUP OF STUDENTS. THIS IS A GREAT WAY FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS TO EXPERIENCE POSTSECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF THEIR OWN SOCIAL GROUP.

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NOTABLE EVENTS ENGLISH & FILM MASTER CLASS (18 JANUARY 2013) TOLKIEN

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH AN INTEREST IN STUDYING FILM AND LITERATURE AT UNIVERSITY CAN PARTICIPATE IN A ONE-DAY MASTER CLASS CONDUCTED BY OUR PROFESSORS. JOIN US FOR LECTURES, SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS ON LITERATURE AND FILM AND ENJOY A SPECIAL SCREENING IN OUR FILM LAB.

SOCIAL WORK DISCOVERY DAY (8 FEBRUARY 2013)

YOUTH FORUM (15 MARCH 2013) GANGS AND HOPE

FOR STUDENTS AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL CONSIDERING A CAREER IN SOCIAL WORK, THE SOCIAL WORK DISCOVERY DAY WILL INTRODUCE THEM TO HOW TO MEET EXCITING PEOPLE, FIGHT FOR THEIR RIGHTS AND CHANGE THE WORLD.

BOOTH’S ACCLAIMED YOUTH FORUM INVITES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO ENGAGE IN DIALOGUE ABOUT IMPORTANT SOCIAL ISSUES FACING MANITOBANS. FACILITATED BY BOOTH FACULTY MEMBERS AND REPRESENTATIVES FROM COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, THE EVENT OFFERS YOUNG PEOPLE AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN ABOUT THE SOCIAL CHALLENGES AROUND THEM AND HOW THEY CAN CONTRIBUTE TO MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.

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