Center for University Advisement
Advising Handbook 2014-2015
YOUR BRIDGE TO SUCCESS
Center for University Advisement
The Center for University Advisement (CUA) is here to help students transition into the Hofstra community and navigate the journey of their college career. Each student is assigned an Advisement dean, who serves as a general academic advisor. If you are not certain who your Advisement dean is, you can check your degree audit or contact the CUA. Your Advisement dean is here to assist with questions concerning distribution courses, University requirements, policies and procedures, program planning, and other general academic concerns. More broadly, your dean is always a good first stop when you have questions about the resources available to you on campus. In addition, the CUA offers specific services to support your academic progress, such as the Academic Success Program, University Tutorial Program, and specialized prehealth and pre-law advising. Your Advisement dean will be available throughout your time at Hofstra to help you make the most of your educational experience. I encourage you to meet regularly with your dean to monitor your academic progress. In addition, if you have declared a major, you have also been assigned a faculty advisor in your major academic department. Your faculty advisor will assist you with any questions or concerns regarding major-specific requirements. I encourage you to make the most of the advising resources available to you through both your Advisement dean and your faculty advisor. This advising handbook is designed to help you chart your college experience at Hofstra. It includes a variety of academic tip sheets and lists of student resources that will assist you during your time here. Be sure to read through the handbook so that you do not miss an important step in your educational career at Hofstra. I wish you the best in your academic endeavors. Sincerely,
Anne Mongillo Dean, Center for University Advisement
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ADVISING AT HOFSTRA
Center for University Advisement (CUA) Dual Advising System
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MECHANICS OF THE DEGREE
Components of a Bachelor’s Degree General Degree Overview FAQs: Distribution Requirements BA Language Requirement
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ACADEMICS
Majors and Academic Departments Bulletin.hofstra.edu Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Frank G. Zarb School of Business The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication School of Education School of Engineering and Applied Science School of Health Sciences and Human Services Pre-Professional (Pre-Health/Pre-Law)
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PLANNING
Transfer Credits and Policies Advanced Placement (AP) College Level Examination Program (CLEP) International Baccalaureate (IB) Degree Audit Your Four-Year Academic Plan Registration 101: How to Prepare Planning Grid
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CHARTING YOUR WAY
First-Year Student Checklist Sophomore Checklist Junior Checklist Senior Checklist Transfer Student Checklist
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RESOURCES @ HOFSTRA
Academic Success Program University Tutorial Program Mathematics Tutoring Center The Writing Center Services for Students with Disabilities Collaborative Learning Center Campus Resources Departmental Course Prefixes
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HOW TO …
Helpful Tips for How to Get Things Done Communication Etiquette
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COMPLEMENTING YOUR EDUCATION
Study Abroad, Internships, and Off-Campus Education
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HOFSTRASPEAK
Definitions/Lingo
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SAMPLE FORMS
Change of Study Undergraduate Receipt for Graduation Application Registration Add/Drop Registration Restriction Override Repeat Course Request Form Request for Undergraduate Pass/D+/D/Fail Alternate Language Option Declaration
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ADVISING AT HOFSTRA Center for University Advisement (CUA) CUA MISSION The Center for University Advisement (CUA) supports and guides Hofstra undergraduate students as they explore, identify and achieve their academic goals while fostering their autonomy, accountability and love of learning. Through an individualized approach, the CUA teaches students how to utilize campus resources in order to promote their academic endeavors and personal growth. We also serve as an advocate and liaison with other offices to create a collaborative and supportive environment for all students. LOCATIONS 101 Memorial Hall, South Campus 107 Mack Student Center, North Campus
516-463-6770 516-463-7222
OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EVENING HOURS (FALL/SPRING) Monday and Thursday to 7 p.m. QUICK QUESTION HOURS (FALL/SPRING) Monday to Friday, 8-9 a.m., and 3:30-4:30 p.m. EMAIL
advisement@hofstra.edu
WEBSITE
hofstra.edu/advisement
facebook.com/HofstraCUA
@HofstraCUA
Dual Advising System At Hofstra, we offer a dual advising system. Each student is assigned both an Advisement dean in the Center for University Advisement (CUA) and a faculty advisor in his or her major department. Faculty advisors assist with major-specific questions, such as: What are the introductory or foundation courses? Is there a sequence to the major courses? What are the prerequisites? What courses will prepare me for upper-level course work? What unique opportunities are available in my major (study abroad, thesis, etc.)? What major elective courses will best prepare me for my future career? Can I receive credit for an internship? Is an internship required? Are there opportunities to get involved within the department? Are there clubs, pre-professional organizations, or honor societies connected to my major? Advisement deans assist with transitional issues and support services from admission to graduation, and can answer questions such as: How does my transfer credit apply to my degree? How do I declare/change my major? Add a minor? How do I read my degree audit? How can I fulfill the foreign language requirement? I received a poor grade – can I repeat the course to try for a better grade? With whom should I speak to get more involved in campus life? What courses and campus events will help me explore my academic interests?
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MECHANICS OF THE DEGREE Components of a Bachelor’s Degree 1)
General University/Degree Requirements a. Writing Studies and Composition (WSC) 001 and 002, and the Writing Proficiency Exam b. Distribution requirements: 33 credits for all BA, BBA, and BFA programs (sometimes less for BS and BE programs) c. Foreign language requirement for BA (all), BFA, BS (some), and BBA (international business only) programs
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Major Requirements a. Vary between 27 and 45 credits depending on the major/degree b. Additional work outside of the major may be required in order to satisfy major requirements
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Electives Most degree programs have some room for free electives. Be creative and make the best use of supplemental course offerings.
General Degree Overview
General University requirements □ Writing Studies and Composition (WSC) 001 and 002 □ Writing Proficiency Exam □ Foreign language courses or Alternate Language Option (varies by major/degree) □ Distribution courses Major courses Electives
Aside from completing courses at Hofstra, you may also be able to fulfill requirements through: • Transfer course credit from a previous institution • Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and International Baccalaureate (IB)
General University Requirements (6 credits) Writing Skills
Language Requirements (vary) Foreign Language or Alternate Language
WSC 001 ___ WSC 002 ___ Writing Proficiency Exam ___
1 _______ 2 ________ 3 ________ 4 ________
Distribution Requirements 33 credits for the BA, BBA, BFA; BS and BE requirements vary. Humanities (9 credits)
Natural Sciences/Mathematics/ Computer Science (9 credits)
Social Sciences (9 credits)
Cross Cultural (3 credits)
Literature (LT) _____________________
Natural Sciences (NS) _____________________
Behavioral (BH) _____________________
Cross Cultural (CC) _____________________
Literature (LT) or Appreciation and Analysis (AA) _____________________
Mathematics (MA)
Interdisciplinary Studies (3 credits)
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History/Philosophy/Religion (HP) _____________________
Appreciation and Analysis (AA) or Creative Participation (CP) _____________________
Natural Science (NS) or Mathematics (MA) or Computer Science (CS) _____________________
Behavioral (BH) or History/Philosophy/Religion (HP) _____________________
Interdisciplinary Studies (IS)
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FAQs: Distribution Requirements Does my transfer credit count toward Hofstra distribution requirements? Yes. Courses are evaluated and assigned to the appropriate distribution category. Hofstra’s transfer credit policy is quite liberal with regard to distribution credit. If I receive a D or D+ in a distribution course, will it still fulfill a requirement? Yes, the course will count if it is taken at Hofstra. However, a grade of C- or better may be necessary as a prerequisite if you need to advance to the next level in a sequence of courses. Also, if the course is being used to fulfill a major requirement, you need to receive a grade of C- or better. Can I choose the Pass/D+/D/Fail (pass/fail) option for a distribution course? No. Only courses that are free electives (i.e., not used to fulfill a requirement) can be taken Pass/D+/D/Fail. No Zarb School of Business courses can be taken Pass/D+/D/Fail. Some distribution courses are listed in two categories. Can I count one course in two categories (double count)? No. Each course counts for only one distribution category. Can a course count toward both the Alternate Language Option and distribution requirements (double count)? No. Such a course can count toward only one of these general degree requirements. I took a course in a previous semester that was not at that time designated as a distribution course. I see that it now has distribution status. Does this course now count toward my distribution requirements? No. If the course did not have distribution status when you took it, it cannot be counted toward your distribution requirements. I see a course in the current distribution list that was not listed as such when I entered Hofstra. If I take this course now, will it count toward my distribution requirements? Yes. You may take any course in the current distribution list and apply it to your distribution requirements.
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BA Language Requirement According to the Undergraduate Bulletin, students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) may fulfill the foreign language requirement in one of two ways, as specified below: 1) Completion of course work through level 3 of one single language OR placement above level 3 2) The Alternate Language Option, which includes completion of levels 1 and 2 of one single language plus one of the following: A. Completion of levels 1 and 2 of a second language B. Completion of level 1 of second language and 3 credits chosen from French Literature in Translation (FRLT), Italian Literature in Translation (ITLT), Italian Studies and Italian American Studies (ITST), Romance Languages and Literatures (RLLT), Spanish Literature in Translation (SPLT), Comparative Literature and Languages (CLL), or Literature in Translation (LIT), related to the culture of the language in which the student completed levels 1 and 2* C. Completion of level 1 of a second language and 3 credits from Linguistics (LING) For those electing the Alternate Language Option, approval is required by the Center for University Advisement to ensure that the appropriate combination of courses is selected to fulfill the requirement. Students without transfer college credit in the foreign language studied in high school must take the language placement test to determine placement in the proper level. No student shall receive credit toward graduation for any course below his or her level of placement in that language. Hofstra offers placement exams in Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Latin, Modern Greek, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. For placement exams in other languages, please visit the Comparative Literature and Languages Department in 322 Calkins Hall, South Campus. Please note that American Sign Language will not fulfill the foreign language requirement. Examples of the Alternate Language Option Sample Scenario Level 001 Placed in SPAN 001 … SPAN 001 Placed in SPAN 002 … Placed out Placed in SPAN 003 … Placed out Studying two new languages … FREN 001 Studying two new languages … SWAH 001
Level 002 SPAN 002 SPAN 002 Placed out FREN 002 SWAH 002
Level 001 FREN 001 FREN 001 CHIN 001 ITAL 001 FREN 001
Level 002/Literature/Linguistics SPLT 057 SPLT 060 CHIN 002 ITAL 002 LING 101
*Cultural Literature Courses Approved for the Alternate Language Option Language Approved when paired with the language on the left (any substitutions must be approved by the chair of the appropriate department) Arabic CLL 039, LIT 030, LIT 031 Chinese CLL 150, LIT 080, LIT 082, LIT 086, LIT 087, LIT 088, ASST 011 French FRLT 035, FRLT 041, FRLT 042, FRLT 043, FRLT 044, FRLT 045, FRLT 046, FRLT 047, FRLT 048, FRLT 049, FRLT 050, FRLT 052, FRLT 060, FRLT 120, FRLT 121 German LIT 060, LIT 064, LIT 065, LIT 066, LIT 067, LIT 068, CLL 053 Greek (Ancient & Modern) CLL 039, CLL 041, CLL 042, CLL 043, CLL 044, CLL 046, LIT 041, LIT 042, LIT 043 Hebrew CLL 030, CLL 120, LIT 020, LIT 024, LIT 026 Italian ITLT 030, ITLT 040, ITLT 041, ITLT 042, ITLT 050, ITLT 068, ITLT 069, ITLT 090, ITST 131, ITST 132, ITST 140 A-Z, ITST 141, ITST 142, ITST 143, ITST 161, LIT 005 Japanese CLL 150, LIT 090, LIT 093, LIT 094, LIT 095, LIT 096, ASST 021 Latin CLL 039, CLL 040, CLL 041, CLL 042, CLL 043, CLL 044, CLL 046, LIT 055, LIT 056, LIT 057, LIT 058 Russian CLL 176, LIT 071, LIT 072, LIT 073, LIT 074 Spanish SPLT 051, SPLT 052, SPLT 053, SPLT 054, SPLT 055, SPLT 056, SPLT 057, SPLT 058, SPLT 059, SPLT 060, SPLT 061 Swahili NONE AT THIS TIME
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ACADEMICS Majors and Academic Departments MAJOR Accounting
PHONE 516-463-5684
LOCATION 205 Weller Hall
African Studies American Studies Anthropology Applied Physics Art History Asian Studies Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Chinese Chinese Studies Classics Community Health Comparative Literature Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer Science and Mathematics Criminology Dance Dance Education Drama Early Childhood Ed. (BirthGrade 2) and Childhood Ed. (Grades 1-6) Dual Certification Early Childhood Education
516-463-5640 516-463-5453 516-463-5588 516-463-5582 516-463-5474 516-463-5434 516-463-5101 516-463-5534 516-463-5516 516-463-5534 516-463-5434 516-463-5434 516-463-5434 516-463-2897 516-463-5434 516-463-5555 516-463-5555 516-463-5570
200F Davison Hall 202 Mason Hall 205 Davison Hall 102 Berliner Hall 206 Calkins Hall 322 Calkins Hall 101 Hofstra Dome 106 Berliner Hall 130 Gittleson Hall 106 Berliner Hall 322 Calkins Hall 322 Calkins Hall 322 Calkins Hall 101 Hofstra Dome 322 Calkins Hall 211 Adams Hall 211 Adams Hall 306 Roosevelt Hall
DEPARTMENT Accounting, Taxation and Legal Studies in Business Anthropology English Anthropology Physics and Astronomy Fine Arts, Design, Art History Comparative Literature and Languages Health Studies and Kinesiology Chemistry Biology Chemistry Comparative Literature and Languages Comparative Literature and Languages Comparative Literature and Languages Health Professions Comparative Literature and Languages Computer Science Computer Science Mathematics
516-463-5640 516-463-5444 516-463-6135 516-463-5444 516-463-6135
205 Davison Hall 102 Emily Lowe Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 102 Emily Lowe Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall
Sociology Drama and Dance Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Drama and Dance Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
516-463-6135
128 Hagedorn Hall
Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
Economics Economics (Business) Electrical Engineering Elementary Education Engineering Science English English Education Entrepreneurship Environmental Resources Exercise Science Film Studies and Production
516-463-5592 516-463-5592 516-463-6021 516-463-6135 516-463-6021 516-463-5453 516-463-6135 516-463-5726 516-463-5564 516-463-5101 516-463-5424
Economics Economics Engineering Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Engineering English Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Management and Entrepreneurship Geology, Environment and Sustainability Health Studies and Kinesiology Radio, Television, Film
Finance Fine Arts Fine Arts Education Foreign Language Education (French, Italian, Spanish, German or Russian)
516-463-5698 516-463-5474 516-463-6135 516-463-6135
200 Barnard Hall 200 Barnard Hall 104 Weed Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 104 Weed Hall 202 Mason Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 228 Weller Hall 143 Gittleson Hall 101 Hofstra Dome 124 Herbert School of Communication 221A Weller Hall 206 Calkins Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall
Finance Fine Arts, Design, Art History Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
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Majors and Academic Departments MAJOR Forensic Science French Geography Geology
PHONE 516-463-5534 516-463-5140 516-463-5826 516-463-5564
LOCATION 106 Berliner Hall 338 Calkins Hall 209F Roosevelt Hall 143 Gittleson Hall
German Global Studies Health Education Health Science Hebrew History Ibero-American Studies Ibero-American Studies With a Minor in International Business Industrial Engineering Individually Designed B.A. (Humanities, Natural Science or Social Sciences) Information Technology
516-463-5434 516-463-5826 516-463-5101 516-463-2897 516-463-5434 516-463-5604 516-463-5140 516-463-5140
322 Calkins Hall 209F Roosevelt Hall 101 Hofstra Dome 101 Hofstra Dome 322 Calkins Hall 301 New Academic Bldg. 338 Calkins Hall 338 Calkins Hall
DEPARTMENT Chemistry Romance Languages and Literatures Global Studies and Geography Geology, Environment and Sustainability Comparative Literature and Languages Global Studies and Geography Health Studies and Kinesiology Health Professions Comparative Literature and Languages History Romance Languages and Literatures Romance Languages and Literatures
516-463-6021 516-463-5453
104 Weed Hall 202 Mason Hall
Engineering English
516-463-5716
211A Weller Hall
International Business Italian Jewish Studies Journalism
516-463-5706 516-463-5140 516-463-6023 516-463-4873
Labor Studies Latin Latin American and Caribbean Studies Legal Education Accelerated Program (LEAP) (predetermined based on admission) Legal Studies in Business
516-463-5592 516-463-5434 516-463-5140
222A Weller Hall 338 Calkins Hall 104 Heger Hall 322 Herbert School of Communication 200 Barnard Hall 322 Calkins Hall 338 Calkins Hall
Information Systems and Business Analytics Marketing and International Business Romance Languages and Literatures Religion Journalism, Media Studies and Public Relations Economics Comparative Literature and Languages Romance Languages and Literatures
516-463-5616
205 Barnard Hall
Political Science
516-463-5684
205A Weller Hall
Liberal Arts Linguistics Management
516-463-5417 516-463-5434 516-463-4868
220 Heger Hall 322 Calkins Hall 228A Weller Hall
Accounting, Taxation and Legal Studies in Business HCLAS Dean's Office Comparative Literature and Languages Management and Entrepreneurship
Marketing Mass Media Studies
516-463-5706 516-463-4873
Mathematics Mathematical Business Economics Mathematical Economics Mathematics Education Mechanical Engineering Music Music Education
516-463-5570 516-463-5592
222A Weller Hall 322 Herbert School of Communication 306 Roosevelt Hall 200 Barnard Hall
Marketing and International Business Journalism, Media Studies and Public Relations Mathematics Economics
516-463-5592 516-463-6135 516-463-6021 516-463-5490 516-463-6135
200 Barnard Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 104 Weed Hall 101 New Academic Bldg. 128 Hagedorn Hall
Economics Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Engineering Music Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
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Majors and Academic Departments MAJOR Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science
PHONE 516-463-6023 516-463-5101 516-463-5582 516-463-5616
LOCATION 104 Heger Hall 101 Hofstra Dome 102 Berliner Hall 205 Barnard Hall
DEPARTMENT Philosophy Health Studies and Kinesiology Physics and Astronomy Political Science
Pre-Health (Pre-Medical) Studies With a Concentration in Humanities or Social Sciences (see pre-medical advisor first)
516-463-5640
205 Davison Hall
Anthropology
Pre-Medical Studies Psychology Public Relations
516-463-5434 516-463-5453 516-463-5826 516-463-6023 516-463-6023 516-463-5509 516-463-5516 516-463-5626 516-463-4873
Radio Production and Studies
516-463-5424
Comparative Literature and Languages English Global Studies and Geography Philosophy Religion Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences Biology Psychology Journalism, Media Studies and Public Relations Radio, Television, Film
Religion Religion With Language Option Russian Science Education Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Social Studies Education Sociology Spanish Rhetorical Studies
516-463-6023 516-463-6023
322 Calkins Hall 202 Mason Hall 209F Roosevelt Hall 104 Heger Hall 104 Heger Hall 106 Davison Hall 130 Gittleson Hall 202 Hauser Hall 322 Herbert School of Communication 124 Herbert School of Communication 104 Heger Hall 104 Heger Hall
516-463-5434 516-463-6135 516-463-6021
322 Calkins Hall 128 Hagedorn Hall 104 Weed Hall
Comparative Literature and Languages Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Engineering
516-463-6135 516-463-5640 516-463-5140 516-463-4871
128 Hagedorn Hall 205 Davison Hall 338 Calkins Hall 400 New Academic Bldg. 106 Davison Hall
Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Sociology Romance Languages and Literatures Rhetoric
228 Weller Hall 143 Gittleson Hall 102 Emily Lowe Hall 130 Gittleson Hall 124 Herbert School of Communication 124 Herbert School of Communication 124 Herbert School of Communication 301 New Academic Bldg.
Management and Entrepreneurship Geology, Environment and Sustainability Drama and Dance Biology Radio, Television, Film
Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences Supply Chain Management Sustainability Studies Theater Arts Urban Ecology Video/Television
516-463-5509 516-463-4868 516-463-5564 516-463-5444 516-463-5516 516-463-5424
Video/Television and Business
516-463-5424
Video/Television and Film
516-463-5424
Women's Studies
516-463-5604
Religion Religion
Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences
Radio, Television, Film Radio, Television, Film History
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Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (HCLAS) offers majors in the disciplines of humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) The candidate for the Bachelor of Arts pursues studies that have elements of both breadth and depth. The element of breadth is made up of inquiry that ranges widely over the arts and sciences. Students are encouraged, beyond the fulfillment of minimal requirements, to explore various fields as their interests develop. The element of depth in the BA program is found mainly in the field of specialization or academic major, chosen by the student from one of the fields listed below, after one to two years of college work. For the major, each academic department defines the special pattern of required and suggested study that suits its discipline. African Studies American Studies Anthropology Anthropology - Archaeology Option Art History Asian Studies Biology Chemistry Chinese Chinese Studies Classics Comparative Literature and Languages Criminology Dance Drama Economics English Fine Arts
French Geography Geology German Global Studies Hebrew History Individually Designed Italian Jewish Studies Labor Studies Latin Latin American and Caribbean Studies Liberal Arts Liberal Arts Discipline with a Minor in General Business Linguistics
Mathematical Economics Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Health Studies with a Concentration in Humanities or Social Sciences Psychology Religion Religion with Language Option Russian Sociology Spanish Sustainability Studies Urban Ecology Women’s Studies
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) HCLAS offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts in theater arts.
Bachelor of Science (BS) HCLAS offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science in the fields of specialization listed below. The objective of these curricula is to provide a broad and liberating education as well as depth and competence in a specific area. Thus, liberal arts courses are required in each program. Applied Physics Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Economics (Business) Environmental Resources
Fine Arts Forensic Science Geology Mathematical Business Economics Mathematics
Music Philosophy Physics Pre-Medical Studies Sustainability Studies Urban Ecology
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Minors African Studies American Studies Anthropology Arabic Art History Asian Studies Astronomy Biochemistry Biology Business and Design Chemistry Chinese Chinese Studies Civic Engagement Classics Cognitive Science Comparative Literature Creative Writing Criminology Dance Disability Studies Drama Economics English European Studies Fine Arts Forensic Science French Geography Geology German Global Studies Hebrew History International Affairs
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Irish Studies Italian Italian Studies and Italian American Studies Japanese Jewish Studies Labor Studies Latin Latin American and Caribbean Studies Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Studies Linguistics Mathematics Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies Modern Greek Music Musical Theater Neuroscience Philosophy Philosophy of Law Philosophy of Science Philosophy, Society, and Business Physics Political Science Presidential Studies Psychology Public Affairs Publishing Studies Religion Russian Sociology Spanish Sustainability Studies Women's Studies World Literature Writing Studies
Frank G. Zarb School of Business Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Programs Hofstra’s BBA programs have been professionally accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business for more than 30 years. In addition, the Department of Accounting, Taxation and Legal Studies in Business has a special accounting accreditation from AACSB International. These accreditations ensure that faculty, academic programs and facilities meet the highest professional standards. The curricula provide a broad, liberal arts education that prepares students for responsible citizenship and leadership roles in business and not-for-profit organizations in the United States and abroad. The majority of business core courses are taken at the sophomore level and above. Major elective courses are taken in the last two years of a four-year curriculum, thus permitting first-year students and sophomores to acquire a solid liberal arts foundation in the humanities, social and natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, and cross-cultural areas. Each student in the Zarb School of Business is assigned a faculty advisor who will act as a mentor for the student’s four years at Hofstra. These advisors are especially helpful with major course selection and career guidance. Majors: Accounting Entrepreneurship Finance
Information Systems International Business Legal Studies in Business
Management Marketing Supply Chain Management
Minors in Business Students with a major in a business area may choose a minor in a second business area. For a business minor, BBA students must complete, only with faculty advisement in the department offering the minor, a minimum of 18-19 semester hours with grades of C- or better in that second area of study, with at least 6-12 hours in residence, depending upon the chosen minor. The introductory courses (e.g., courses numbered 1, 2, 101 and 110) included in the undergraduate business and general requirements may be counted within the total 1819 semester hours. Courses applied toward major elective requirements and minor requirements may overlap at the discretion of the chairperson. Accounting Business and Design Entrepreneurship Finance Finance (for Mathematics majors) General Business
General Business (for Liberal Arts majors) Human Resources Management Information Systems Information Systems & Business Analytics International Business International Marketing
Legal Studies in Business Management Marketing Multi-Channel Marketing Promotion Supply Chain Management
No Zarb School of Business course may be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No student pursuing a bachelor’s degree other than a Bachelor of Business Administration may complete more than 30 semester hours of Zarb School course work without prior permission of the Zarb School Dean’s Office. The student must have the appropriate form approved by and filed with the major and minor departments. For further information regarding business minors, contact the chair of the appropriate department. Dual-Degree Programs The Zarb School of Business offers students the opportunity to earn an undergraduate degree (BBA) and a graduate degree (either the MBA or MS) in five years. For more information, contact the major department. C U A A d v i s i n g H a n d b o o k ’ 1 4 - ’ 1 5 | 13
Business Tip Sheet General Education BBA Requirements: WRITING STUDIES AND COMPOSITION AND WRITING PROFICIENCY EXAM WSC 001 and WSC 002 (6 cr) Note: Successful completion of SUS Written Expression I and SUS Written Expression II is equivalent to WSC 001. FOREIGN LANGUAGE (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MAJORS ONLY) Level 5 or placement above level 5
(0-15 cr)
DISTRIBUTION COURSES Humanities Literature (LT) Literature (LT) or Appreciation and Analysis (AA) Appreciation and Analysis (AA) or Creative Participation (CP) (RHET 001 or 007)
(3 cr) (3 cr) (3 cr)
Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science Natural Sciences (NS) Mathematics (MA) (MATH 40 or above)* Natural Sciences (NS), Mathematics (MA), or Computer Science (CS)
(3 cr) (3 cr) (3 cr)
Social Sciences Behavioral Social Sciences (BH) (PSC course suggested here or for Cross Cultural) History, Philosophy, Religion (HP) (PHI 014 or 090) Behavioral Social Sciences (BH) or History, Philosophy, Religion (HP)
(3 cr) (3 cr) (3 cr)
Cross Cultural Cross Cultural (CC) (if not taken for BH, PSC course suggested here)
(3 cr.)
Interdisciplinary Studies Interdisciplinary Studies (IS)**
(3 cr)
*Finance majors must take Math 061, 061A, or 071. Math 040, 045, or 050 may count for the second MA distribution requirement in this category, but Math 050 may not be taken after 061, 061A, or 071. **The Interdisciplinary Studies requirement may be satisfied by 3 credits of IS or an extra 3 credits in any other distribution category. Specific Liberal Arts Requirements ECO 001 and 002 RHET 001 or 007 (will fulfill CP distribution) Any PSC course (some can fulfill BH or CC distribution) PHI 014 or 090 (will fulfill HP distribution) MATH 40 or above (will fulfill MA distribution) General Education Requirements BAN 001 and 122
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Business Core ACCT 101 and 102 (has prerequisites) FIN 101 (has prerequisites) FIN 110 (has prerequisites) GBUS 180/180H (has prerequisites) IB 150 (has prerequisites) IT 014 LEGL 020 MKT 101 (has prerequisites) MGT 101 (has prerequisites) MGT 110 (has prerequisites)
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The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University is made up of three academic departments. Below is a list of the different degree options within the three departments. Radio, Television, Film BA Radio Production and Studies (36 credits in major) BA Film Studies and Production (39-42 credits in major) BA Video/Television (37 credits in major). Concentration options: Television Production/PostProduction or Television Writing/Producing BS Video/Television (94 credits in major) BS Video/Television and Business (94 credits in major) BS Video/Television and Film (94 credits in major) All BA candidates in the Department of Radio, Television, Film must complete a liberal arts minor. All BS candidates must be approved and certain admission criteria are required, including the completion of a minimum of 72 credits of liberal arts courses. All students majoring in the Department of Radio, Television, Film must complete a minimum of 24 credits in residence.
Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations BA Journalism (39 credits in major) BA Mass Media Studies. Concentration options: Mass Media and Culture; Urban and Suburban Communication; or Media, Law and Policy (36 credits in major) BA Public Relations (36 credits in major) All students majoring in the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations must complete a liberal arts minor, maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 and a major GPA of 2.5, and complete a minimum of 33 credits in residence.
Rhetoric BA
Rhetorical Studies. Concentration options: Speech Communication; Political Communication; or Communication, Culture, and Social Action (36-57 credits in major)
All students majoring in the Department of Rhetoric must maintain a major GPA of 2.5 and complete a minimum of 15 credits in residence.
All School of Communication students must complete the following three foundation courses: MASS 001 – Mass Media: History and Development (3 credits) RTVF 001 – Foundations of RTVF and New Media (3 credits) RHET 001 – Oral Communication (3 credits) (also fulfills CP distribution requirement) All Lawrence Herbert School of Communication students must receive a grade of C- or better in all courses applicable to their major.
Minors Integrated Media Journalism Mass Media Studies
Public Relations Radio, Television, Film Rhetorical Studies
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Liberal Arts Minor Options All students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in the departments of Radio, Television, Film and Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations are required to satisfy a liberal arts minor chosen from the following list:
African Studies
Computer Applications & Digital Media
Geology
Linguistics
Publishing Studies
American Studies
Computer Engineering
German
Mass Media Studies (RTVF majors ONLY)
Religion
Anthropology
Computer Science
Global Studies
Mathematics
Russian
Arabic
Creative Writing
Hebrew
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Art History
Criminology
History
Modern Greek
Sociology
Asian Studies
Dance
Ibero-American Studies
Music
Spanish
Astronomy
Disability Studies
International Affairs
Musical Theater
Rhetorical Studies
Biochemistry
Drama
Irish Studies
Neuroscience
Speech-LanguageHearing Sciences
Biology
Economics
Italian
Philosophy
Sustainability Studies
Chemistry
Engineering
Italian Studies and Italian American Studies
Philosophy of Law
Technology and Public Policy
Chinese
English
Japanese
Philosophy of Science
Women’s Studies
Chinese Studies
European Studies
Jewish Studies
Philosophy, Society and Business
World Literature
Classics
Fine Arts
Labor Studies
Physics
Writing Studies
Civic Engagement
Forensic Science
Latin
Political Science
Cognitive Sciences
French
Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Psychology
Comparative Literature
Geography
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Studies
Public Affairs
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Communication Tip Sheet Majors in The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication require: • WSC 001 and WSC 002 and passing of the Writing Proficiency Exam. Note: Successful completion of SUS Written Expression I and SUS Written Expression II is equivalent to WSC 001.
• • • • •
Foreign Language or Alternate Language Option (varies by major/degree) Distribution courses Major courses (typically 36-57 credits for the BA and 94 for the BS) Foundation courses (RHET 001, RTVF 001, and MASS 001) Elective courses
General University Requirements (6 credits) Writing Skills WSC 001 _____ WSC 002 _____ Writing Proficiency Exam _____
Foreign Language Requirements (vary by degree and bulletin year) Foreign Language or Alternate Language Option 1 __________
2 __________
3 __________
4 _________
Distribution Requirements (BA: 33 credits) (BS distribution requirements may vary.) Humanities (9 credits)
Natural Sciences/ Mathematics/Computer Science (9 credits)
Social Sciences (9 credits)
Cross Cultural (3 credits)
Literature (LT) _____________________
Natural Sciences (NS) _____________________
Behavioral (BH)*** _____________________
Cross Cultural (CC) _____________________
Literature (LT) or Appreciation and Analysis (AA)*
Mathematics (MA)
History/Philosophy/Religion (HP)
_____________________
Appreciation and Analysis (AA) or Creative Participation (CP)** _____________________
* ** *** ****
_____________________
Natural Science (NS) or Mathematics (MA), or Computer Science (CS) _____________________
Interdisciplinary Studies (3 credits)
_____________________
Behavioral (BH) or History/Philosophy/Religion (HP) _____________________
Interdisciplinary Studies (IS)**** _____________________
RTVF 010 is a requirement for Film Studies and Production majors and it may also fulfill an Appreciation and Analysis (AA) distribution requirement. RHET 001 is a requirement for all majors and it may also fulfill the Creative Participation (CP) distribution requirement. PSC 001 is a prerequisite for JRNL 013, which is required of all Journalism majors, and may also fulfill a Behavioral Social Sciences (BH) distribution requirement. The Interdisciplinary Studies requirement may be satisfied by 3 credits of IS or an extra 3 credits in any other distribution category.
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Journalism, Bachelor of Arts/Master of Arts Dual-Degree Program (from the 2014-2015 Graduate Studies Bulletin) The dual-degree program offers forward-thinking students a unique opportunity to graduate in an extremely efficient manner, with both an undergraduate and an advanced degree. Within five years (instead of the usual six) students complete a 151-semester-hour program that culminates with the awarding of both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in journalism. Candidates for graduation from The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication with the combined degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts must fulfill the BA requirements as listed under The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication and the MA requirements as listed under The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, with the exception that three graduate courses may count toward both the undergraduate and the graduate degrees. Students may count any three applicable graduate courses toward their undergraduate major, but most students select the three from JRNL 211, 215, 216, 231, and 253. In addition, undergraduate students majoring in journalism must complete the program requirements listed below plus a liberal arts minor from one of the following: any minor in Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences or the Department of Rhetoric. The minor must consist of 18 semester hours as defined by that discipline, of which at least 6 hours must be taken in residence. (Note: Major and minor fields will be listed on the student’s record. Only courses acceptable for the major may be applied toward the minor, and only with grades of C- or better. Pass/D+/D/Fail credit will be given toward an academic minor for courses offered only on this basis.)
Transfer Journalism and public relations majors transferring to Hofstra may bring no more than six journalism credits from other schools for use in satisfying journalism major requirements at Hofstra. These six credits are subject to the approval of the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations of The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication. Transfer credits are approved only for those courses meeting the department’s curriculum requirements and course standards.
Admission Students may apply for “direct entry” into the dual-degree program as undergraduate first-year students. To be accepted into the program, these students must enter with an SAT score of 1170 or higher and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicants who meet these criteria will be accepted into this program by the Office of Admission, and will be notified of acceptance prior to beginning their course work at Hofstra. Students in the program will be allowed to take graduate-level courses during their senior year provided they maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Dual-degree candidates must meet with an advisor at least once every semester to confirm their intent to pursue graduate studies. If they choose not to pursue the graduate degree, they will be awarded the BA degree upon completion of all required courses, up to and including their senior year. Graduate-level courses may still be applied for undergraduate degree credit. Students may also apply for admission to the dual-degree program during their junior year. Students must take at least 80 semester hours outside their major and department, 65 of which should be in the liberal arts. For more information, contact the Journalism Department at 516-463-4873.
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Who’s Who in The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations Carol Fletcher, Professor Mary-Ann Allison, Associate Professor
Chairperson
Gregory Smith, Associate Professor
Journalism Track Coordinator
121 Herbert School of Communication
Susan Drucker, Professor
Mass Media Studies Track Coordinator
Title
Associate Chairperson
Office Phone 322A Herbert School 516-463-6464 of Communication 313 Herbert School 516-463-7004 of Communication 516-463-4270
Email Carol.Fletcher@hofstra.edu Mary-Ann.Allison@hofstra.edu Gregory.Smith@hofstra.edu
Kristal Zook, Associate Professor
Graduate Director (MA in Journalism)
322B Herbert School 516-463-5304 of Communication 146A Herbert School of 516-463-4625 Communication 409 New Academic 516-463-4304 Building
Jeffrey Morosoff, Assistant Professor
Graduate Director (MA in Public Relations)
309C Herbert School 516-463-5248 of Communication
Jeffrey.Morosoff@hofstra.edu
Ann Lewis
Secretary
322 Herbert School of Communication
516-463-4873
Ann.Lewis@hofstra.edu
Phone
516-463-6062
Mario.Murillo@hofstra.edu
516-463-6576
Douglas.Morrow@hofstra.edu
Suzanne N. Berman, Public Relations Track Associate Professor Coordinator
Radio, Television, Film Mario Murillo, Associate Professor Douglas Morrow, Adjunct Associate Professor Aashish Kumar, Associate Professor Phil Katzman, Associate Professor Dennis Quinn, Assistant Professor Randal Hillebrand, Adjunct Associate Professor
Title Chairperson Internship Coordinator
Office 123 Herbert School of Communication 417 New Academic Building
Graduate Director (MFA 303 Herbert School in Documentary Studies 516-463-6573 of Communication and Production) 201D Herbert School Film Track Coordinator 516-463-6579 of Communication 134 Herbert School Radio Track Coordinator 516-463-7243 of Communication
Susan.Drucker@hofstra.edu Suzanne.Berman@hofstra.edu Kristal.Zook@hofstra.edu
Aashish.Kumar@hofstra.edu Phil.Katzman@Hofstra.edu Dennis.Quinn@Hofstra.edu
Video/Television Track Coordinator
120 Herbert School of Communication
516-463-5205
Randal.Hillebrand@hofstra.edu
Mary Otarola
Secretary
124 Herbert School of Communication
516-463-5424
Mary.Otarola@hofstra.edu
Rhetoric Philip Dalton, Assistant Professor
Title
Phone
516-463-7121
Philip.Dalton@hofstra.edu
Chairperson
Office 400 New Academic Building
Lisa Merrill, Professor
Internship Coordinator
407 New Academic Building
516-463-5515
Lisa.Merrill@Hofstra.edu
Reshmi Sen, Adjunct Associate Professor
Graduate Director (MA in Rhetorical Studies)
412 New Academic Building
516-463-4302
Reshmi.Sen@Hofstra.edu
Jackie Schmit
Secretary
400 New Academic Building
516-463-4871
Jackie.Schmit@hofstra.edu
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School of Education The faculty of the School of Education are dedicated to the preparation of reflective and knowledgeable professionals who use scholarship to inform their practice. The School of Education is composed of the following departments and their respective undergraduate programs or courses: Health Studies and Kinesiology (HSK) Health Education (HED) Physical Education (PESP) Special Education (SPED)* Teaching, Literacy, and Leadership (TLL) Early Childhood Education (ELED) Educational Studies (EDST) Elementary Education (ELED) Literacy Studies (LYST) Secondary Education (SED) Dance Education (SED) English Education (SED) Fine Arts Education (SED) Foreign Languages Education (SED)
Mathematics Education (SED) Music Education (SED) Science Education (SED) Social Studies Education (SED)
Programs offered by the School of Education are classified as either pre-professional or professional. Preprofessional programs are for students seeking initial teacher certification or certification as a teacher assistant, whether at the undergraduate level or the graduate level. Professional programs are designed for students already certified (provisionally or permanently) or experienced as teachers (e.g., in private schools, in the Peace Corps, etc.) and who wish to pursue advanced studies in a specialized field of education. Areas of specialization include early childhood, elementary, and secondary education; and programs in dance, fine arts, health, music, and physical education, all grades. In addition to fulfilling the required courses of study, the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education mandate that all prospective teachers, pupil personnel and education leaders receive instruction regarding: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Identification of Child Abuse and Maltreatment Fire and Arson Prevention School Violence Prevention and Intervention Prevention of Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Abuse Highway and School Safety/Prevention of Child Abduction Harassment, Bullying and Discrimination Prevention and Intervention required under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
*Undergraduate courses are taken within the Department of Special Education (SPED); however, there are no undergraduate programs or major options within this department. Programs in special education are available at the graduate level only.
Enrollment Prospective teachers in the following fields enroll as a major in the School of Education: art, dance, music, health education, and physical education. Preparation for teaching in early childhood and elementary schools requires dual enrollment in the School of Education and a Bachelor of Arts program in Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (excluding dance, fine arts, music) or the Bachelor of Arts program in
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Rhetorical Studies in The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, for completion of the professional education courses leading to the co-major. Students preparing to teach in secondary schools enroll in Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as a major in a teaching content and co-major in secondary education. Students preparing to teach early childhood, elementary, or secondary education should, by the beginning of their sophomore year, select a co-major in the appropriate Hofstra school or college. With an advisor from the chosen department, the student should develop an approved plan of study that satisfies the requirements of that department as well as the School of Education program. Students preparing to teach art, dance, music, physical education or health education should enroll in the School of Education during their first year at Hofstra. Frequently it is necessary for students to take more than the minimum 124 credits (semester hours) required for graduation in order to meet the subject requirements of their academic department in Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, and the teacher education requirements of the School of Education. Prerequisites for Teacher Candidates Undergraduate students preparing to teach at the early childhood, elementary, or secondary level need to apply to the Department of Teaching, Literacy and Leadership at the beginning of their sophomore year. Admission to the program is based on a comprehensive review of multiple criteria, including the following: A completed application to the program In the case of elementary education: o A minimum grade point average of 2.75 in overall course work o A minimum grade point average of 2.75 in liberal arts course work In the case of secondary education: o A minimum grade point average of 2.75 in overall course work o A minimum grade point average of 2.75 in the area(s) in which certification is sought. A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale Two letters of reference that address the applicant’s potential to succeed in the teaching profession. An interview, audition and/or portfolio are required in some programs. The department understands that any single criterion may not reliably predict a candidate’s potential for success in the program. Consequently, candidates are welcome to apply if they do not meet one of the criteria but feel that other aspects of their experience may compensate for this deficiency. Approved Co-Majors for Elementary/Early Childhood Education African Studies American Studies Anthropology Art History Asian Studies Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Chinese Chinese Studies Classics
Comparative Literature Computer Science Criminology Drama Economics Engineering Science English French Geography Geology German
Global Studies Hebrew History Ibero-American Studies Italian Jewish Studies Labor Studies Latin Latin American & Caribbean Studies
Liberal Arts* Linguistics Mathematics Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Religion with Language Option Russian
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Social Science Sociology Spanish Rhetorical Studies Sustainability Studies Urban Ecology Women’s Studies
*Three concentrations should be selected from the above listing. You will be required to take a minimum of 18 semester hours in each concentration.
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Elementary Education Bachelor of Arts with a liberal arts co-major Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) Specialization in Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) Dual Certification in Early Childhood Education (BirthGrade 2) and Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Degree
BA BA
Program Early Childhood Education Elementary Education
Academic Department
Coordinator
Phone
Address
Myrna Fischbach
516463-4799
142 Hagedorn Hall
Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
BA
Early Childhood Education
Teaching, Literacy and Leadership
Degree
Program
Academic Department
Coordinator
Phone
Address
English Education
BA
Secondary Education
English
Maureen Murphy
516463-6775
115 Hagedorn Hall
Foreign Language Education (co-major in French, Italian, Spanish, German, or Russian)
BA
Secondary Education
Appropriate language department
Mustapha Masrour
516463-5653
207 Calkins Hall
Health Education
BS
Health Education
Health Studies and Kinesiology
Michael J. Ludwig
516463-5885
129 Hofstra Dome
Science Education (co-major in biology, geology, chemistry, or physics)
BA
Secondary Education
Appropriate science department
Jacqueline GrennonBrooks
516463-5777
Mathematics Education
BA
Secondary Education
Mathematics
Sharon Whitton
516463-6456
Social Studies Education (co-major in history, anthropology, sociology, political science, geography, or economics)
BA
Secondary Education
Appropriate social science department
Alan Singer
516463-5853
Dance Education
BSEd
Secondary Education
Dance
Anita Feldman
516463-7137
Fine Arts Education
BSEd
Secondary Education
Fine Arts
Susan G. Zwirn
516463-4976
Music Education
BSEd
Secondary Education
Music
Nathalie Robinson
516463-4514
Physical Education
BSEd
Physical Education
Health Studies and Kinesiology
Nancy Halliday
516463-5811
Secondary Education with a liberal arts co-major
105 Hagedorn Hall 110 Hagedorn Hall 232 Hagedorn Hall 204 Emily Lowe Hall 207 Hagedorn Hall 102 New Academic Bldg. 101C Hofstra Dome
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School of Engineering and Applied Science The School of Engineering and Applied Science partners with a network of industry leaders to offer students substantial work experience before they graduate. The school consists of the University’s Engineering and Computer Science departments and offers a curriculum that emphasizes high-tech research, practical work experience, and interdisciplinary study, integrating resources and faculty from other parts of the University, including the Hofstra North-Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University and the Frank G. Zarb School of Business.
Engineering Majors BS BS BS BE BE BE
Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Engineering Science – Civil Option Engineering Science – Biomedical Option (Bioelectrical Emphasis) Engineering Science – Biomedical Option (Biomechanics Emphasis)
Minors • Engineering (ENGG) • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) • Technology and Public Policy (TPP)
First-Year Course Requirements Some courses may vary depending on transfer credit or the score of the Calculus Readiness placement exam.
First Year – Alternative 1 FIRST SEMESTER ENGG 015 Design. Human World MATH 071 Calculus I PHYS 011A Gen. Physics PHYS 011B Gen. Physics Lab WSC 001 Composition
3 4 4 1 3
TOTAL
15
SECOND SEMESTER ENGG 010 Comp. Prog. for Engg. ENGG 019 Tech. & Society MATH 072 Calculus II CHEM 003A Gen. Chemistry CHEM 003B Gen. Chemistry Lab WSC 002 Composition TOTAL
3 3 4 3 1 3 17
SECOND SEMESTER ENGG 019 Tech. & Society MATH 072 Calculus II PHYS 011A Gen. Physics PHYS 011B Gen. Physics Lab WSC 002 Composition
3 4 4 1 3
TOTAL
15
First Year – Alternative 2 FIRST SEMESTER ENGG 010 Comp. Prog. for Engg. ENGG 015 Design. Human World MATH 071 Calculus I CHEM 003A Gen. Chemistry CHEM 003B Gen. Chemistry Lab WSC 001 Composition TOTAL
3 3 4 3 1 3 17
MATH 071 requires a score of 16 or better on the Calculus Readiness placement exam or a C- or better in MATH 050. MATH 072 requires a grade of a C- or better in MATH 071. CHEM 003A is taken concurrently with CHEM 003B. PHYS 011A can be taken concurrently with 011B, but it’s not required.
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Other Course Requirements Engineering majors are also required to take the following courses, as well as courses specific to each specialization area: Course ENGG 025 ENGG 027 ENGG 030 ENGG 113
Credits 3 3 3 3
Prerequisites PHYS 011A CHEM 003A PHYS 012A PHYS 011A, MATH 072
Corequisites MATH 073 PHYS 012A, MATH 073
Computer Science Majors BS BS BA BS BS/MS BA/MS
Minors Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science & Mathematics Computer Science Computer Science
Computer Engineering Computer Science Cognitive Science Computer Applications and Digital Media Design
Concentrations: • Option and Concentration In Leadership and Innovation in Computing (Entrepreneurship in Computing)
First-Year Course Requirements Some courses may vary depending on transfer credit or the score of the Calculus Readiness placement exam.
First Year – BS/BA Computer Science Fall Semester (17 credits) CSC 14: Discrete Structures I (3) CSC 15: Fund. Comp. Science I (4) MATH 71: Calculus I (4) WSC 1: Composition (3) Distribution (3)
Spring Semester (17 credits) CSC 24: Discrete Structures II (3) CSC 16: Fund. Comp. Science II (4) MATH 72: Calculus II (4) WSC 2: Composition (3) Distribution (3)
First Year – BS Computer Engineering Fall Semester (17 credits) MATH 71: Calculus I (4) CSC 14: Discrete Structures (3) CSC 15: Fund. Comp. Science I (4) Choose one: ENGG/TPP15: Intro. to Engineering (3) ENGG/TPP19: Technology & Society (3) WSC 1: Composition (3)
Spring Semester (16 credits) MATH 72: Calculus II (4) CSC 16: Fund. Comp. Science II (4) PHYS 11A: General Physics (4) PHYS 11B: Gen. Physics Lab (1)
WSC 2: Composition (3)
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School of Health Sciences and Human Services The mission of the Hofstra University School of Health Sciences and Human Services is to educate students in the theory and practices of their specialized area of study, with a strong foundation in the natural, social and behavioral sciences. Through competency-based instruction, field experience and research training, students are educated to become effective and compassionate clinicians, evidence-based practitioners, policymakers, managers and advocates who promote health equity. Students learn to provide therapeutic and developmental services; prevent, diagnose and treat illness and disabilities; and design, implement, administer and evaluate health promotion programs, policies and systems. Students receive clinical education in approaches that maximize occupational, communicative, biological, psychological, social and interpersonal development across the lifespan. Students are prepared to work in settings that include the home, school, clinic, hospital and other health care facilities, as well as government and community agencies. The School of Health Sciences and Human Services serves as a community resource by offering continuing education opportunities, promoting collaborative clinical and research initiatives, advocating for underserved populations, and providing services that model best practices. Professional Specialization
Degree
Department
Community Health
BS
Health Professions
Health Science
BS
Physician Assistant Studies Speech-LanguageHearing Sciences
Director or Chairperson
Phone
Address
Israel M. Schwartz, Director
516-463-5813
127 Hofstra Dome
Health Professions
Israel M. Schwartz, Director
516-463-5813
127 Hofstra Dome
BS/ MS
Physician Assistant Studies
Carina Loscalzo, Interim Program Director
516-463-4804
113 Monroe Lecture Center
BA
Speech-LanguageHearing Sciences
Carole Ferrand, Chairperson
516-463-5308
106C Davison Hall
Professional Specialization
Degree
Program
Coordinator
Phone
Address
Athletic Trainer
BS
Athletic Training
Jayne M. Ellinger
516-463-5101
111 Hofstra Dome
Health and Fitness Trainer
BS
Exercise Science
Katie M. Sell
516-463-5814
113 Hofstra Dome
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Pre-Professional Pre-Health Services The Center for University Advisement (CUA) advises Hofstra undergraduate students and alumni interested in entering a health-related professional school, from the moment they express such an interest through the professional school application process. The services provided by the CUA include: • Individual advising and counseling appointments for pre-health students regarding course selection and extracurricular activities • Presentations and training sessions on topics such as: o Professional school application services and processes o Writing and editing personal statements; individual critiquing o Tips for strengthening your medical school application • Information on: o Various health-related professions o Health-related professional schools o Summer programs and special programs o Post-baccalaureate programs Sample Timeline for Course Work Year
Fall Courses (credits)
Spring Courses (credits)
Freshman
WSC 001 (3) CHEM 003A & B (4) BIO 012 (4) PSY 001 (4) or SOC 004 (3)
WSC 002 (3) CHEM 004A & B (4) BIO 011 (4) PSY 001 (4) or SOC 004 (3)
MATH 050 or 071 (4) CHEM 135 & 137 (5)
MATH 071 or 072 (4) BCHM 162 or 163 (3) STATS (4): BIO 100 or PSY 040 or SOC 180 or MATH 008
PHYS 00 1A & B (4) or PHYS 011A & B (5)
PHYS 002A & B (4) or PHYS 012A & B (5)
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Finish all requirements for graduation and admittance to professional schools
Outside the Classroom The following out-of-class activities are recommended for students. This preparation will also be instrumental in the application process. First Year 1. Attend orientation session prior to first semester attendance at Hofstra and “Anatomy of Pre-Health Student” during Welcome Week. 2. Register with the CUA and begin collecting recommendations for your pre-health file. 3. Join APHOS to meet students with similar interests and goals and to attend guest lectures by health professionals. 4. Visit hofstra.edu/prehealth and other related websites for further information. 5. Participate in summer paid or volunteer work in health-related field. 6. Attend summer school if necessary. Sophomore Year 1. Continue to maintain high academic standing. 2. Declare a major with your interests in mind (not what you think will get you into medical/professional school). 3. Volunteer at a local hospital, nursing home, EMT, etc. Continue to collect faculty recommendation forms. 4. Continue to meet with your Advisement dean and pre-health advisor.
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5. 6.
Investigate special summer opportunities. Attend pre-health workshops hosted by the CUA.
Junior Year 1. Do research and/or get experience if you have not already done so. 2. Decide when you will take a test prep class for the MCAT, DAT, OAT, GRE, or other admissions exam. 3. Complete the Application for the Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee. 4. Distribute the rest of the faculty recommendation forms. 5. See pre-health advisor and Advisement dean regularly. 6. Investigate: a. Medical College Admissions Test website or other standardized test websites b. Appropriate application services: AMCAS, ADSAS, etc. 7. Select the schools to which you will apply. Try to be realistic and consult the current Medical School Admissions Requirement (MSAR) book produced by AAMC. 8. Make sure all your recommendations and supporting documentation are in your Advisement Pre-Health file. 9. Schedule and prepare for Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee Interview. Summer After Junior Year 1. Check all your transcripts to make sure they are accurate. 2. Send all transcripts early, whether they are going to AMCAS or any other application service. 3. Fill out AMCAS or other applications and don’t forget the personal comments section! It is IMPORTANT! This is your chance to allow the schools get to know you as a person. Send it in early June. 4. Sit before the Pre-Health Advisory Committee if you have not already done so. Senior Year 1. Finish all requirements for graduation and prerequisites for admission to professional school. 2. Complete supplementary (secondary) applications as soon as possible after they are received. 3. Prepare and practice for interviews. 4. Keep your pre-health advisor informed about interviews, acceptances and rejections. This helps us know how you’re doing. 5. You may have a long wait ahead of you and may not find out if you are accepted to your first-choice school until the first day of the spring term. 6. Gather income tax information for you and your parents. Apply for all forms of financial aid even before you have an acceptance. File FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1. 7. Make decisions regarding which professional school you will be attending, if you gain multiple acceptances. Develop a Plan B • If you don’t do well on the MCAT the first time, you can retake it. Consider alternative preparation strategies and only retake the exam when you feel absolutely ready to do so. • If you don’t get into any of the schools you apply to, develop an alternative plan of action (e.g., if you are planning to reapply, how can you improve your academic record or career path?). Contact the admissions office and ask the admission representative how you can improve your portfolio. • Have another career in mind. It’s OK to change your mind. See your Advisement dean and pre-health advisor to explore various other career/educational options.
Acronyms to Know AAMC ADSAS AMCAS APHOS DAT GRE MCAT MSAR OAT
Association of American Medical Colleges Association of Dental Schools Application Service Association of American Medical Colleges Application Services Association of Pre-Professional Health-Oriented Students Dental College Admissions Test Graduate Record Exam Medical College Admissions Test Medical School Admissions Requirement Optometry Admissions Test
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So you want to go to medical school… Take these:
BIO 011: Introductory Cell Biology and Genetics (4 cr) BIO 012: Animal Form and Function (4 cr) CHEM 003A/B: General and Inorganic Chemistry Lecture/Laboratory (4 cr) CHEM 004A/B: General and Inorganic Chemistry Lecture/Laboratory (4 cr) CHEM 135/137: Foundations of Organic Chemistry Lecture/Laboratory (5 cr) PHYS 001A/B (non-calc based) (4 credits) or PHYS 011A/B (calc-based) (5 cr) PHYS 002A/B (non-calc based) (4 credits) or PHYS 012A/B (calc-based) (5 cr) STATISTICS: BIO 100 or PSY 040 or SOC 180 or MATH 008 (3-4 cr) MATH (recommended pre-calc, Math 050, depending on math background) (4 cr) MATH (recommended calculus, Math 071, depending on math background) (4 cr)
These are also strongly recommended:
BIO 135: Genetics BIO 137: Cell Biology
And do these: Talk to your advisor — Make an appointment to discuss your career path with a pre-health advisor by calling 516-463-6770 or visiting 101 Memorial Hall. Get involved — Join student organizations on campus, such as the Association of PreProfessional Health-Oriented Students (APHOS). Volunteer — There are several hospitals and nursing homes in the area, so take the opportunity to get some hands-on experience in the field. Research — It is not required, but if you like science and a faculty member is studying something that interests you, this is a great way to learn more! There is no guaranteed plan that will get you into medical school. However, you will have an easier time applying and possibly getting in if you follow the steps listed above. Please be sure to check for specific requirements at each school on your list.
Pre-Law Services Interested in applying to law school? Contact the pre-law advisor at advisement@hofstra.edu or call 516463-6770 to make an appointment. Ask to be added to the Pre-Law Professions Blackboard site to access resources and learn about law school-related events. C U A A d v i s i n g H a n d b o o k ’ 1 4 - ’ 1 5 | 29
PLANNING Transfer Credit and Policies Transfer Credit Official college transcripts of completed course work from all prior institutions should be forwarded directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admission for evaluation as part of the application for admission. Transfer credit will be awarded for appropriate courses completed at regionally accredited institutions. In order to be properly advised, students must provide the University with official transcripts from all prior institutions at the onset of advisement so that all prior course work can be evaluated appropriately. The University will perform an unofficial evaluation of course work on unofficial transcripts. This unofficially evaluated course work will be posted without credit on the Hofstra transcript for the student’s first semester in residence. Any remaining unofficial credit on the student’s transcript will be removed until the student submits all outstanding documents necessary to process the credit officially. All financial aid awards and degree advisement is based solely on the credit that is listed on a student’s Hofstra transcript. It is important to have all of the credit posted in a timely manner to avoid any holdups with future term registration. Failure to submit outstanding transfer credit requirements may affect financial awards and completion of the degree. Credit will expire if it is not validated with an official transcript from the previous institution. Unofficial transfer course work does not count toward the total number of credits earned at Hofstra University. In addition, unofficial transfer courses are not assigned to categories within the degree audit. Transfer Credit Policy Appropriate courses completed with a minimum grade of C- (or the equivalent) at fully accredited institutions are transferable. Grades attained at another institution are not recorded on the Hofstra transcript and are not included in the grade point average to meet graduation requirements. As many as 30 elective credits graded on a pass/fail basis from another accredited institution may be transferred to Hofstra. Students transferring to Hofstra with more than 30 credits graded on a Pass/Fail basis must have the approval of the Undergraduate Academic Affairs Committee. For these students, courses graded pass/fail shall not exceed 50 percent of the total credit hours required for the degree. A course deemed appropriate for transfer is one that might logically be part of the course of study offered at Hofstra University. • The transfer credit (advanced standing) allowed will not necessarily apply to the major selected by the student and may not necessarily satisfy University graduation requirements. • A maximum of 64 credits is transferable from a junior or community college with the following exceptions: o engineering programs (69 credits are transferable) o business administration programs (65 credits are transferable) • The amount of transfer credit per course shall not exceed the amount of credit allowed at the credit-granting institution. • Credits earned at institutions on quarter or term systems shall be prorated according to the Hofstra semester system. • Credit evaluation is completed after admission and prior to registration. Hofstra has transfer credit articulation agreements with various institutions, including Nassau Community College and Suffolk County Community College. NOTE: Changing schools and/or majors may affect a student’s graduation date if some of the transfer credits are no longer applicable to the new major. •
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Advanced Standing Hofstra University participates in the following testing programs for which students may receive advanced standing upon admission: • • •
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations College Level Examination Program (CLEP) International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
Students should forward official testing results to the Office of Undergraduate Admission. Examination results will be evaluated prior to enrollment. A maximum of 30 credits may be received through tested credit. Credit will not be awarded for CLEP exams taken in foreign language or business. See the following pages for information regarding credit evaluations. Proof of High School Completion Admitted students intending to enroll at the University must submit their final high school transcript or proof of degree (copy of high school diploma) to the Office of Undergraduate Admission. Students are not permitted to begin classes at Hofstra until proof of their high school degree is received. In addition, federal financial aid will not be applied to the student’s account until proof of the student’s high school degree is received (when applicable). The Office of Undergraduate Admission will confirm all arrivals of transcripts from a high school with a College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) code as well as the high school seal and/or signature. If a high school transcript lacks a CEEB code or seal/signature, the Office of Undergraduate Admission will investigate further to confirm the school is recognized by the state department of education or home school association. The Office of Undergraduate Admission may request a copy of the student’s diploma at any point in the admission process. If a diploma is determined invalid, a General Education Development (GED) test may be required for admission consideration. Hofstra University does not admit students who complete only an Ability To Benefit test with no other proof of high school graduation or college transcript.
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Advanced Placement (AP) Art History
Calculus BC
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
AH 999A
3
AA
3
MATH 71
4
MC
4 or 5
AH 999A
6
AA
4 or 5
MATH 71 & MATH 72
8
MC
DIST
Art Studio
Calculus AB & BC (both)
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
FA 999P
6
CP
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
3 AB/ 1 or 2 BC
SCORE
MATH 61
4
NS
4 or 5 AB /1,2,3 BC
MATH 71
4
NS
any AB / 4 or 5 BC
MATH 71 & MATH 72
8
NS
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST NS
Biology (for non-science majors) SCORE
Chemistry
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
BIO 3
3
NS
3
CHEM 999N
3
4
BIO 13
4
NS
4 or 5
CHEM 3A, CHEM 3B
4
NS
5
BIO 12 & BIO 13
8
NS
CHEM 4A, CHEM 4B
4
NS
Biology (for Biology majors)
Chinese Language & Culture
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
BIO 3
3
NS
3
CHIN 4
3
n/a
4
BIO 13
4
NS
4
CHIN 5
3
LT
5
BIO 12 & BIO 13
8
NS
5
CHIN 101
3
LT
Biology (for Biochemistry majors)
Comparative Government & Politics
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
BIO 3
3
NS
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4
BIO 13
4
NS
4 or 5
PSC 2
3
BH
5
BIO 12 & BIO 13
8
NS
DIST
Biology (for Physician Assistant majors) (Direct entry)
Computer Science A
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
3
BIO 3
3
NS
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4
BIO 13
4
NS
4 or 5
CSC 15
3
MC
5
BIO 13 & BIO 14
8
NS
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
MATH 61
4
MC
3 or 4
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
MATH 71
4
MC
5
CSC 15 & CSC 16
6
MC
Calculus AB
Computer Science AB
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Advanced Placement (AP) English Language
Human Geography
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
ENGL 999 (Elective)
3
n/a
3, 4, or 5
GEOG 2
3
BH
4 or 5
WSC 1 & WSC 2
6
n/a
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
ENGL 999 (Elective)
3
n/a
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
WSC 1 & ENGL 999L
6
LT
4
ITAL 4
3
n/a
5
ITAL 4 & ITAL 999X
6
LT
CR.
DIST
English Literature
Italian Language and Culture
BOTH English Language & Literature SCORE
Japanese Language and Culture
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
3 on both
ENGL 999 (Elective)
3
n/a
3
JPAN 102
3
LT
4 or 5 on both 3 LANG/ 4 or 5 LIT 4 or 5 LANG/ 3 LIT
WSC 1, WSC 2, ENGL 999L
9
LT
4
JPAN 103
3
LT
WSC 1, ENGL 999, ENGL 999L
9
LT
5
JPAN 113
3
LT
WSC 1, WSC 2, ENGL 999
9
n/a
Environmental Science
Latin: Vergil
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
TPP 1
3
NS
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
LAT 4
3
LT
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
ECO 1
3
BH
European History SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
Macroeconomics CR.
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
HIST 11 & HIST 12
6
HP
French Language and Culture
Microeconomics
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
3, 4, or 5
ECO 2
3
BH
4
FREN 4
3
n/a
5
FREN 4 & FREN 999X
6
LT
German Language and Culture
Music Theory
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
3, 4, or 5
MUS 1
3
CP
4
GERM 999 (Elective)
3
n/a
5
GERM 999 (Elective)
6
n/a
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Advanced Placement (AP) Physics B
Statistics
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
PHYS 1A, PHYS 1B
4
NS
3, 4, or 5
MATH 8 or QM 1
3
n/a
PHYS 2A, PHYS 2B
4
NS
Physics C: Mechanics
U.S. Government & Politics
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
PHYS 11A, PHYS 11B
5
NS
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
PSC 1
3
BH
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
U.S. History
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3, 4, or 5
PHYS 12A, PHYS 12B
5
NS
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
HIST 3A & HIST 3B
6
HP
DIST
Psychology
World History
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4 or 5
PSY 1
3
BH
4 or 5
HIST 999H
3
HP
SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
Spanish Language
4
SPAN 4
3
n/a
5
SPAN 4 & SPAN 999X
6
LT
If a student needs to take a course that is equivalent to the course he or she is transferring, the student should contact his or her advisement dean to discuss 999 elective credits for the AP. This is sometimes an issue with PHYS, BIO, CHEM, MATH, etc. Updated 4/29/14 (AA)
Spanish Literature SCORE
COURSE EQUIVALENT
CR.
DIST
3
NO CREDIT
0
n/a
4
SPAN 999L
3
LT
5
SPAN 999L
6
LT
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College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Subject Exams The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a group of standardized tests that assess college-level knowledge in several subject areas. The tests are useful for students who have obtained knowledge outside the classroom, such as through independent study, job experience, or cultural interaction. The test is offered by the College Board. Most of the tests are 90 minutes long. They currently cost $80 each. The tests are free to U.S. military service members and some veterans. There is an additional fee of $10 for the optional essay portion of some of the exams. Exams can be taken prior to a student’s junior year of college, but no distribution credit will be awarded for CLEP exams taken while a student is matriculated at Hofstra. Only exams taken prior to a student’s first term of enrollment at the University will be awarded distribution credit. CLEP exams are offered at more than 1,800 test centers and 2,900 college and university campuses as well as military installations. Most centers charge an administrative or registration fee per student or per test. Fees usually range from $15 to $20, though it varies among test centers. You can check online for local sites. Nassau Community College is a local testing site in Nassau County. CLEP tests are primarily multiple-choice exams, although some include fill-in or ordering questions, and one College Composition exam has an essay section. Hofstra credit will be awarded for test scores in the 50th percentile. No credit is awarded for CLEP exams taken in business or foreign language. The list below includes all the exams that Hofstra will accept. Subject Exams EXAMINATION AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORY
SCORE
EQUIVALENT
CREDITS
DIST*
50%
HIST 115* and 116*
6
HP
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
50%
PSC 001
3
BH
AMERICAN HISTORY
50%
HIST 003A* and 003B*
6
HP
AMERICAN LITERATURE
50%
ENGL 071 and 072
6
LT
ANALYSIS AND INTERP. LITERATURE
52%
ENGL 999L*
6
LT
BIOLOGY
50%
BIO 999N*
3
NS
CALCULUS
50%
MATH 061
4
MC
CALCULUS
80%
MATH 071
4
MC
CHEMISTRY
50%
CHEM 003A and 003B
3+1
NS
CHEM 004A and 004B
3+1
NS
COLLEGE ALGEBRA
50%
MATH 006A
3
n/a
MACRO
50%
ECO 001*
3
BH
MICRO
50%
ECO 002*
3
BH
BOTH
50%
ECO 001* and 002*
6
BH
ENGLISH LITERATURE
50%
ENGL 060 and 061
6
LT
GEOLOGY
50%
GEOL 001 and 002
6
NS
MATH ALGEBRA AND TRIGONOMETRY
50%
MATH 050
4
MC
PRECALCULUS
50%
MATH 050
4
MC
PSYCHOLOGY (GENERAL)
50%
PSY 001*
3
BH
SOCIOLOGY
50%
SOC 004
3
BH
STATISTICS
50%
MATH 008 or QM 001
3
n/a
WESTERN CIVILIZATION I & II
50%
HIST 011 and HIST 012
6
HP
ECONOMICS:
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General Exams Credit for general exams will be awarded for a score of 500 or better. A score of 498 on the College Composition Exam will receive credit for WSC 001. General Exams EXAMINATION
SCORE
EQUIVALENT
CREDITS
DIST*
COLLEGE COMPOSITION with essay
50%
WSC 001
3
n/a
COLLEGE MATH
50%
MATH 030A and 045
6
MC
HISTORY
50%
HIST 999H*
3
HP
HUMANITIES
50%
FA 999A* and ENGL999L*
6
AA + LT
NATURAL SCIENCE
50%
BIO 999N* and NSC 999N*
6
NS
SOCIAL SCIENCE
50%
SOC 999B*
3
BH
International Baccalaureate (IB) IB credit must be taken at the Higher Level (HL) and scores must be 5, 6, or 7. Students in the full program may receive up to 30 credits. In order to receive these credits, students must fulfill the following requirements: -
The transcript must indicate that the student has completed all the course work to be awarded the diploma or certificate. This should be indicated at the top of the transcript. The total score must be a minimum of 30. The points are located on the bottom of the IB transcript. The student must have taken at least THREE (3) Higher Level (HL) exams with a score of 5 or higher.
The evaluation is still done on a course-by-course basis (with students earning credit for exams taken on the HL with 5 or higher), but now they may be awarded additional credits to reach the 30-credit maximum. The excess credit will be awarded as LA 999. A score of 5 will grant 3 credits for the appropriate subject area. A score of 6 or 7 will grant 6 credits for the appropriate subject area.
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Degree Audit The degree audit is one of the most important tools you will use in your academic planning. It will show you all the courses that you have already completed as well as those you have in progress, and your remaining requirements. You should refer to your degree audit every semester in order to plan for future terms. Be sure to print and bring it with you when you meet with your Advisement dean and/or your faculty advisor. If you are exploring majors, you can request a “WHAT IF” degree audit to see how your current course work would fit into a prospective major. For questions or concerns regarding your degree audit, you may contact your Advisement dean.
How To Use Degree Works Log in to the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu) to access Degree Works one of three ways: 1. Click on the “My Apps” icon, and then click on the “Degree Audit” icon 2. Click on the “Student” tab, and then click on the blue “Degree Audit” bar 3. Click on the “Degree Audit” link on left side menu Degree Audit Formats To change formats, select the format from the drop-down menu and then click the “View” button • Student Information – Displays all requirements with applied courses (default view) • Registration Checklist – Displays only the unmet requirements with recommended courses Color coding on the Degree Audit • GREEN with checkmark = Requirement completed •
BLUE with single tilde = Requirement in-progress
•
RED with empty box = Requirement still needed
To refresh audit, click the refresh button in the top right corner. Note: Student information is refreshed on a nightly basis. If registration changes or major declarations are processed since the nightly refresh, click the refresh button to update your audit. How to Run a “What If” Audit • Click “What If” on the sidebar • Select Degree Type (e.g., Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) • Select Academic Year (Note: This is automatically set to the year you first entered Hofstra, which is the set curriculum you follow. You should only change it if you intend to change your Bulletin year as advised by your major department.) • Select Major(s) and Concentration and Minor (if applicable) • Click the Process What-If button at the top How to Run a “Look Ahead” Audit (to plan your remaining semesters) • Click “Look Ahead” on the sidebar • Enter courses to be taken • Click the Process New button at the top To view all course work, with grades, by term, click “Class History.”
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Your Four-Year Academic Plan
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Registration 101: How to Prepare Registration takes place in the middle of each academic semester (October/November for winter/spring classes and March for summer/fall classes). Registration dates are staggered based on credits earned (not including those in progress), according to the following categories: o 90+ credits = senior o 60-89 credits = junior o 30-59 credits = sophomore o 0-29 credits = first-year You can find your assigned registration date in the Portal (My.Hofstra.edu) under Hofstra Online, Registration, Check Your Registration Status. This page will also show if you have any holds on your account, such as an “Account Balance Hold,” and whether they will prevent your access to registration. ALL STUDENTS SHOULD MEET WITH THEIR ADVISEMENT DEAN AND/OR FACULTY ADVISOR TWO WEEKS BEFORE THEIR REGISTRATION DATE. If you are a new student with less than 30 credits earned, you will need an alternate PIN (personal ID number) to access the add/drop section of the Portal on your assigned date. You may ask for this PIN after meeting with your Advisement dean and/or faculty advisor. Make sure your AP, IB, and/or transfer credits are posted and the credits are counting. View your unofficial transcript under Hofstra Online, Student Records, Academic Transcript. Your transfer credits should be posted first, with the number of credits assigned. If you don’t see them or they have “0” credits assigned, the Office of Admission may not have received your scores or final transcript. Contact Admission or your Advisement dean! Prior to your registration date, become familiar with the Portal screens: Register here on your assigned day.
Look up classes here ahead of time.
Do you know who your advisement dean is? Find your team here.
Do you have HOLDS that prevent registration? Do you know when you can register?
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If it is your first time attempting to register for the term, the following screen will appear to inform you about purchasing our Tuition Insurance Plan (TRP). If you select “no,” and later change your mind, you will still be able to enroll in the plan at a later date.
When you look up classes to add, remember to review the top of the search page for additional resources.
Need WSC 002? Find section topics here. Also look here for special topics courses.
Natural Sciences need lecture and lab sections; find corresponding sections here.
LOOKING UP COURSES You can search for classes by subject and by three-digit course number (e.g., 014). Without a course number, you will see all courses offered in the chosen subject. Search by Distribution & Attribute Type for distribution, liberal arts, and distance learning (online) courses. To do this, keep the subject set to “All.” You may also search by instructor, days, and time.
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From the search results via the Look-Up Classes option, register by clicking the empty box next to the class (if there is a “C,” the class is closed) and scroll down and click Submit Changes. You may also write down the five-digit CRN (Course Reference Number) and go back to the Add/Drop Classes menu to submit all your class selections at once in the Add Classes Worksheet (see below).
To DROP a course from your schedule, navigate to the Add/Drop Classes menu, select the appropriate term, find the course that you want to remove, select Web Delete, and select the Submit Changes button. The page will refresh and should show the course as “Web Dropped,” with an adjusted credit load. You will only have access to drop courses online via the Hofstra portal within a certain time frame for each academic term. Please be mindful of the academic deadlines to add and drop classes, found on the Hofstra website at Hofstra.edu/deadlines.
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Planning Grid
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CHARTING YOUR WAY First-Year Student Checklist Welcome to Hofstra University! The first year of your college experience is one filled with many new beginnings and opportunities. With that in mind, we have provided you with a checklist to help you navigate your transition into the Hofstra community. Things to complete before the start of classes: □ Apply for a HofstraCard: The HofstraCard is your student identification card used to gain access to campus facilities at Hofstra. It also holds your dining plan points, which can be used at all dining locations on campus. For more information and to pick up your HofstraCard, please visit the Office of HofstraCard Services, located in 110 Mack Student Center (North Campus), or call 516-463-6942. □ Obtain a Vehicle Parking Sticker: Free Hofstra parking permits for students are issued at the Department of Public Safety. Parking permits are issued Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. You must bring the car you plan to park on campus, your vehicle registration, and your HofstraCard to the Department of Public Safety, located at the corner of Hempstead Turnpike and California Avenue (South Campus). For questions regarding Hofstra vehicle registration, please call the Department of Public Safety at 516-463-6606. □ Submit Health and Immunization Records: New York state mandates that you provide verification of immunization for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR). It is extremely important that you provide Hofstra with updated verification of vaccinations. Students who do not comply with the state law will be withdrawn from classes. If you have any questions, visit the Health and Wellness Center, located in Republic Hall (North Campus), or call 516-463-6745. □ Finalize Financial Aid: If you have questions about your financial aid package, see a Student Financial Services representative in the Office of Student Financial Services, located at 206 Memorial Hall (South Campus), or call 516-463-8000. □ Pay Your Bill: An outstanding balance will prevent you from registering for future semesters. To speak with a Student Financial Services representative about your bill, visit the Office of Student Financial Services, located in 206 Memorial Hall (South Campus), or call 516-463-8000. □ Apply for Housing: If you are seeking on-campus housing and have questions about the application process, visit the Office of Residential Programs, located in 244 Mack Student Center (North Campus), or call 516-4636930. □ Submit Final Transcripts: All official final transcripts, AP scores, etc., MUST be mailed to: Office of Undergraduate Admission Hofstra University 100 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-1000 If you do not submit final transcripts, a hold preventing registration may be placed on your account. If you have questions or want to confirm that your transcripts have been received, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Admission, located in Bernon Hall (South Campus), or call 516-463-6700. Academics □ Meet with your Advisement dean in the Center for University Advisement (CUA) to receive general advising and develop an academic plan. □ “Like” the CUA’s Facebook page (facebook.com/HofstraCUA) or follow CUA on Twitter @HofstraCUA to stay up to date on important information, deadlines, and fun events. □ Meet with your faculty/major advisor to discuss major requirements and course sequencing. □ Utilize academic support services on campus, such as the Academic Success Program (ASP), University Tutorial Program (UTP), Writing Center, and Mathematics Tutoring Center. □ Be mindful of academic dates and deadlines, such as the last day to add or drop a class. □ Use the Hofstra map and become familiar with campus, including academic buildings. □ Utilize the online Bulletin at bulletin.hofstra.edu. □ Attend events sponsored by the CUA, such as workshops related to academic and experiential learning opportunities like study abroad programs.
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Career Preparation □ Take time to visit The Career Center (M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus) or call 516-463-6060. □ Learn about the different career assessments that are offered by The Career Center to assist you in your choice of major. □ If you do not have a resume, start working on one. Make use of the Career Planning Handbook available at The Career Center or at hofstra.edu/career. Get a resume critique during the center’s Quick Question Hours. □ Begin to watch career preparation webshops available on Blackboard. Campus Involvement □ Attend the Club Fair to learn more about the different organizations on campus. Try to join at least one club that fits your personal or academic interests. □ Attend special events hosted by the Hofstra Cultural Center and other departments on campus. □ Swing by the Mack Student Center Atrium (North Campus) and chat with students about their organizations. □ Live on campus? Attend events offered in your residence hall — see your RA for details! □ If you are a commuting student, check out the Office of Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services in 221 Mack Student Center (North Campus) — they host great events throughout the semester! □ Take advantage of the David S. Mack Fitness Center (North Campus); a healthy body = a productive mind! □ Go on an Explore Next Door trip offered by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities.
Sophomore Checklist You made it through your first year at Hofstra and are now ready to begin sophomore year. There are many steps that you can take during this year to continue establishing yourself as a student and become more engaged in your educational experience. Academics □ Declare a major if you have not done so already. You must declare a major prior to earning 60 credits. Still undecided? Attend the Center for University Advisement’s events about available majors at Hofstra. □ Attend events sponsored by your major department to get more involved in your discipline. □ Meet with your Advisement dean to ensure you are on track with University requirements. □ If you are pre-health or pre-law and have not met with a pre-professional advisor, contact the CUA at 516463-6770 to schedule an appointment. □ If you have not started your language requirement (if applicable), now is the time. □ Want to study abroad? See “Complementing Your Education” in this handbook. □ If you are considering graduate or professional school, begin researching programs and admission criteria. If an entrance exam is required, such as the GRE, GMAT, or LSAT, consider taking a preparatory course this year for the test in your junior year (when you’ll begin applying to programs). Career Preparation □ Have you visited The Career Center (M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus)? Now is the time! Call 516-4636060 for more information. □ Still exploring possible majors? Make an appointment at The Career Center for an assessment. □ Start your internship search during the fall semester for next summer. □ Fine-tune your resume, adding clubs and organizations in which you are a member. Get a resume critique at The Career Center during Quick Question Hours. □ Attend the various career fairs and events hosted on campus. Campus Involvement □ Become more involved in student life — learn about the Student Government Association. □ Run for a leadership position within your club/organization. □ Mentor a first-year student who joined your club/organization. □ Volunteer! Think outside of Hofstra. Local organizations need enthusiastic volunteers!
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Personal Growth □ Establish strong relationships with your major advisor and/or professors. They may be writing your letters of recommendation one day! □ Begin learning more about different career opportunities related to your field of study. □ Reflect on your interests outside of your major and consider taking classes related to these. □ Visit New York City! Public transportation from campus is easy, and you can experience the wonderful and diverse opportunities the city has to offer. You may eventually want do an internship in New York City, so take time now to explore. □ Need someone to talk to? Take advantage of the confidential services offered by Student Counseling Services in the Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center. Call 516-463-6791 to schedule an appointment. □ Celebrate Hofstra’s diversity during our cultural heritage months and other dynamic events. □ Continue to take advantage of the Mack Fitness Center. Think fit, stay fit!
Junior Checklist As you move into the second half of your college career, new opportunities and responsibilities arise. It’s time for you to take a more active role in defining your educational goals. You have declared your major – now is the time to explore your options within your major department and establish yourself as a leader. Academics □ Meet with your Advisement dean for a graduation check to ensure that you are on track. □ Meet with your faculty/major advisor to discuss your remaining major requirements and other ways to establish yourself in your academic field. □ If you are considering graduate or professional school, be sure you are aware of the application deadlines and admission criteria. Plan ahead to ensure you will have any necessary requirements (test scores, recommendation letters, etc.) by the deadline. □ Continue establishing relationships with your faculty and use your networks for possible internships, job opportunities, recommendation letters, and references. □ Focus on grades! Keep your cumulative and major GPA up and utilize any academic support services on campus when needed. Even if you are on track for a “B,” why not try for that “A” with help from a tutor? Career □ □ □ □
Meet with a career counselor to work on your resume, cover letter, and interview skills. Attend career fairs that are sponsored by The Career Center. Research part-time jobs and internships on the Pride-Career Management System. View the career webshops on Blackboard and attend various career events that will increase your job readiness and career knowledge.
Campus Involvement □ Take on a leadership role in your student club/organization, or better yet, start your own club/organization! □ Join professional organizations related to your academic major or intended career field. □ Give back. Consider volunteering at a local community organization or take a trip with Alternative Spring Break to volunteer your time and make a difference. Personal Growth □ Shadow someone who has the job you would like to have. □ Work with departments on campus, like your major department, The Career Center, and the Office for Development and Alumni Affairs, to connect to Hofstra alumni. □ Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Remember you can visit Student Counseling Services. □ Take time to focus on your health. You should know where the Mack Fitness Center is by now! □ Continue working on establishing balance between your academics and personal life. □ Evaluate your personal finances before heading into the “real world.” □ Participate in an annual campus event that you have never done before.
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Senior Checklist Congratulations – you are now a senior! There are many things to think about as you move into your final year of undergraduate education. Academics □ Set up an appointment with your Advisement dean to do a graduation check. □ Meet with your faculty/major advisor to discuss making the most of your major courses. □ Ensure that all incomplete work is settled. (You cannot graduate with incomplete grades.) □ Going to graduate/professional school? Focus on those applications! □ Apply for graduation by the specified deadlines in order to avoid late application fees. □ Continue to work hard and don’t fall victim to “senioritis”! This last year of courses is just as important as your other academic semesters. Career □ Meet with a career counselor to discuss post-graduation opportunities. □ Take part in the on-campus interview program, Pride Recruiting, where you may get the opportunity to interview with a variety of employers on campus. □ Attend career fairs that are hosted on campus. □ Continue searching job opportunities on the Pride-Career Management System. Campus Involvement □ Help your organization with its transition to new e-board leaders. □ Register with the Alumni Association to continue your Hofstra involvement after graduation. □ Participate in the University Town Hall meeting. Your voice and opinion matter and you can affect positive change on campus. Senior Activities □ Order your cap and gown for graduation. □ Order college memorabilia, such as your class portrait, ring, and yearbook. □ Attend Senior Week activities sponsored by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities. □ Help with the Senior Class Challenge and make your first donation to Hofstra. □ Take the time to thank those who played important roles in your college experience. Keep the lines of communication open — you never know who may end up being a lifelong mentor.
Transfer Student Checklist Welcome to Hofstra University! Transitioning to a new school can be both exciting and overwhelming. With that in mind, we are pleased to offer a list of reminders to help you settle into the Hofstra community. Things to complete before the start of classes □ Apply for a HofstraCard: The HofstraCard is your student identification card and is used to gain access to the campus facilities at the University. It also holds your dining plan points, which can be used at all dining locations on campus. For more information and to pick up your HofstraCard, please visit the Office of HofstraCard Services, located in 110 Mack Student Center (North Campus), or call 516-463-6942.
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If you do not submit final transcripts, a hold preventing registration may be placed on your account. If you have questions or want to confirm that your transcripts have been received, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Admission, located in Bernon Hall (South Campus), or call 516-463-6700. Academics □ Meet with your Advisement dean in the Center for University Advisement (CUA) for general advising and to develop an academic plan. Bring a list of questions to your appointment to clarify any issues you may have. □ “Like” the CUA’s Facebook page (facebook.com/HofstraCUA) or follow the CUA on Twitter @HofstraCUA to stay up to date on important information, deadlines, and fun events. □ Meet with your faculty/major advisor to discuss major requirements and course sequencing. □ Check that the correct major is declared on your record. If incorrect, visit the appropriate major department to officially declare. You must declare a major prior to earning 60 credits. □ Check that all transfer credit has posted to your academic record. If you have any credit that is listed as “Departmental Review,” be sure to follow up with your Advisement dean about how to rectify this. □ Utilize academic support services on campus, such as the Academic Success Program (ASP), University Tutorial Program (UTP), Writing Center, and the Mathematics Tutoring Center. □ Be mindful of academic dates and deadlines, such as the last day to add or drop a class, as they may differ from your previous institution(s). □ Use the Hofstra map and become familiar with campus, including academic buildings. □ Utilize the online Bulletin at bulletin.hofstra.edu. □ Attend events sponsored by the CUA, such as workshops related to academic and experiential learning opportunities like study abroad programs. □ Take the Writing Proficiency Exam (see following page for details). Career Preparation □ Take time to visit The Career Center (M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus) or call 516-463-6060. □ Still exploring majors? Make an appointment at The Career Center for an assessment. □ Start your summer internship search during the fall semester. □ Fine-tune your resume, adding clubs and organizations that you’ve joined at Hofstra. Get a resume critique at The Career Center during Quick Question Hours. □ Begin to attend the various career fairs and events hosted on campus. Campus Involvement □ Attend the Club Fair to learn more about the different organizations on campus. □ Attend special events hosted by the Hofstra Cultural Center and other departments on campus. □ Swing by the Mack Student Center Atrium (North Campus) and chat with students about their organizations. □ Live on campus? Attend events offered in your residence hall — see your RA for details! □ If you are a commuting student, check out the Office of Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services in 221 Mack Student Center (North Campus) — they host great events throughout the semester! □ Take advantage of the David S. Mack Fitness Center (North Campus); a healthy body = a productive mind! □ Attend an Explore Next Door trip offered by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities.
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Writing Proficiency Exam Information for Transfer Students •
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Passing the Writing Proficiency Exam is a Hofstra University graduation requirement. It is an essay examination intended to ensure that Hofstra students display competence as writers, no matter what their majors are or how many writing courses they have taken at other universities. During the exam you will have two hours to compose a focused and well-organized essay (based on two essays on a common topic) that develops your point and incorporates specific references to both authors’ viewpoints as support. Successful essays have an explicit thesis developed through coherent paragraphs that support assertions with quotations from both readings. While your essay should include enough content to enable your readers to follow your points, it should not merely summarize the articles nor should it be a personal narrative. You are making an original argument using support from both of the readings. The essay will be graded on how well you express your argument and support your assertions with evidence from the text. Faculty will evaluate your exam according to the following criteria: o A clear thesis (statement of your position on a key point raised by one or both of the articles) o Coherent paragraphs (each organized around a central idea) that support your thesis o Sufficient evidence to develop those individual paragraphs o Logical organization and coherent flow of ideas o Coherent sentences using a variety of sentence structures o Language (words and sentences, punctuation and grammar) that furthers, rather than interferes with, the reader’s understanding
All transfer students receive an email from the Writing Studies and Composition Department notifying them of the exam given in the Mack Student Center Theater (North Campus) in the fall and spring semesters. The information is also posted on the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). There is no need to register for the exam. The exam will be administered at the following times over a two-day period: 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. (thus ensuring no conflict with classes). Students who fail the Writing Proficiency Exam will be instructed to take WSC 002A, a one-credit writing workshop. If you have any questions or need further information, please call Eileen Greco at 516-463-5252. Please note: If you will be taking WSC 002 at Hofstra, you will take the Writing Proficiency Exam at the end of that semester.
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RESOURCES @ HOFSTRA Academic Success Program Hofstra’s Academic Success Program (ASP) is under the auspices of the Center for University Advisement (CUA). It is founded on the successful practices and principles of the University Tutorial Program (UTP), which provides free tutoring for Hofstra undergraduates and is accredited by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). While the Academic Success Program was founded in UTP, it now reaches far beyond tutoring. The objective of the Academic Success Program is to provide convenient and innovative support for our current generation of learners. The program’s creation is a direct response to what students express as their most important academic concerns. Our comprehensive website, which makes vital academic strategies and tools accessible to students 24/7, and our in-person workshops running throughout the semester, all provide solutions that target these specific challenges. The topics covered in ASP workshops include: • Time Management and Procrastination • Learning Styles • Reading Strategies and Effective Note-Taking • Study Skills and Test-Taking Tools • Goal-Setting and Motivation • Stress Management • Communication and Etiquette During Professors’ Office Hours Basing the program on what students want and need from their education, the ASP helps students “learn to learn” – a skill that will propel them into success, and last a lifetime. Whether a student is doing well in school or is struggling, he/she can attend the ASP workshops and use the ASP website to increase their strengths and confidence. All of this is further bolstered by our timehonored Tutorial Program, which is now under the umbrella of the Academic Success Program and has been providing individual and group-based tutoring sessions since 1981.
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University Tutorial Program The University Tutorial Program (UTP) is a unit of the Academic Success Program, under the auspices of the CUA, designed to provide academic support to Hofstra undergraduate students. Individual and group tutoring are available, with professional academic advisors on hand to provide additional guidance when necessary. HOW CAN I GET STARTED? You can make an appointment with a tutor through TutorTrac by logging in to the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). Instructions for making an appointment can be found at hofstra.edu/UTP. WHEN CAN I RECEIVE TUTORING? Students can schedule tutoring appointments beginning in the second week of each academic semester, and continue until the last week of classes. WHAT SUBJECTS OFFER TUTORING? The UTP works to assist all undergraduate students in all subjects to the best of its abilities. While most classes have one-on-one tutoring available, some classes are offered in a group tutoring format. If a student can’t find the tutor or subject they’re looking for, they should come to UTP to let us know! We will work to find a tutor for that specific course. HOW MANY CLASSES CAN I BE TUTORED IN DURING A SEMESTER? Students are provided individual tutoring in up to three classes per week, and are entitled to 1.5 hours of tutoring per course, per week. Individual tutors are not offered for courses in Quantitative Methods (QM), Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, and Computer Science, but students may attend group tutoring in these subjects for as many hours as needed. The group tutoring schedules are updated every semester and can be found online at hofstra.edu/utp or via TutorTrac. OTHER PROGRAMS THAT WORK WITH THE UTP INCLUDE: • • •
NOAH (New Opportunities at Hofstra) Program (The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program) Academic program for student-athletes Services for Students with Disabilities
CERTIFICATION The UTP is internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). This provides recognition and positive reinforcement for tutors' successful work. In addition, CRLA's tutor certification process sets an internationally accepted standard of skills and training for tutors.
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SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT WITH A TUTOR 1. Log in to the Hofstra portal at My.Hofstra.edu 2. Click on the My Apps icon along the top navigation bar.
3. In the My Apps window, select the TutorTrac icon.
4. Click on “Search Availability.”
5. In the “Center” field, choose the University Tutorial Program.
6. Select the course.
7. Choose the date range and click Search.
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8. Click on the time slot you would like to schedule.
9. An appointment entry box will open. Provide a phone number in this field so that the tutor can contact you. Also provide any additional pertinent information. Click SAVE. Now you have successfully scheduled your tutoring appointment! You will receive an email confirmation. In addition, your tutor will contact you before your appointment (via email or phone) to let you know where your tutoring session will take place.
Keep In Mind □ Students are allowed 1.5 hours of tutoring per week, per class (three 30-minute sessions). □ If there are no available appointments for the subject area you need, then please contact the University Tutorial Program (UTP) at 516-463-4953. □ Students are encouraged to book appointments at least one week in advance. □ You can find information regarding policies and instructions for canceling an appointment at hofstra.edu/UTP. □ By booking an appointment, students are agreeing to abide by all UTP policies.
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Mathematics Tutoring Center The Mathematics Tutoring Center is staffed by undergraduate students, and occasionally by a professor. It is run by the Mathematics Department as a service to students. No appointment is needed; just stop by 301 Roosevelt Hall (South Campus). There is no cost to you. You are welcome to stay in the center and study or do homework, asking questions of the tutor as they arise. For more information as well as some suggestions for making the most of your visit to the Mathematics Tutoring Center, please visit hofstra.edu/MTC.
The Writing Center The Writing Center hosts two locations, 102 Mason Hall (South Campus) and in the Collaborative Learning Center, 201G Axinn Library (South Campus). The Writing Center welcomes all interested members of the Hofstra community who wish to further develop their writing skills. The center's writing faculty and fellows are dedicated and trained specialists from many academic disciplines. They work with students in exploring any and all parts of the writing process, including working toward a topic, developing ideas, structuring an argument, and revising and polishing drafts. You can schedule appointments online. For further information, please visit hofstra.edu/writing.
Services for Students with Disabilities Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), located in 040 Memorial Hall (South Campus), arranges academic accommodations and provides support for students with physical, learning and/or psychological disabilities. In addition to arranging accommodations, a major part of the mission of SSD is to help students develop the skills they need to be effective self-advocates at Hofstra and beyond. Our programs and services encourage active involvement from students in managing their own disabilities, while offering coaching and support along the way. For information on how to register as well as services provided by the office, please visit hofstra.edu/SSD. You can reach the office by email at ssd@hofstra.edu or call 516-463-4999.
Collaborative Learning Center The Collaborative Learning Center (CLC) is located on the second floor of the Axinn Library, South Campus. This space is open to all students and is equipped with private study spaces, small group meeting rooms, and a state-of-the-art classroom learning center. It also includes moveable lounge seating to enhance group interactions, and individual computer console seating equipped with computer terminals and printing stations. The CLC is supported by the Center for University Advisement (CUA), the Writing Center, Faculty and Student Computing Services, and the Axinn Library.
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Campus Resources The Career Center M. Robert Lowe Hall; 516-463-6060 Offers major and career exploration, workshops, job and internship fairs. Center for University Advisement (CUA) 101 Memorial Hall; 516-463-6770 107 Mack Student Center; 516-463-7222 Meet with your Advisement dean to discuss academic progress.
Multicultural & International Student Programs, Office of 242 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6796 Helps develop an inclusive, multicultural and globally conscious campus that embraces diversity. Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services, Office of 221 Mack Student Center; 516-463-3469 Enhances the co-curricular life of commuting students by hosting programs that connect them to the larger campus community.
Community Standards, Office of 240 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6913 Promotes responsible living through the guidelines of behavioral standards and the P.R.I.D.E. Principles. Dean of Students Office 243 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6913 Coordinates student-related programs in the Division of Student Affairs. Development and Alumni Affairs, Office for Libby and Joseph G. Shapiro Alumni House; 516-463-6636 Connect with alumni!
Parent and Family Programs, Office of 200 Phillips Hall; 516-463-4698 Plans and implements parent and family outreach initiatives.
Graduate Admissions, Office of 105 Memorial Hall; 516-463-4723 Learn about graduate studies at Hofstra. HCLAS Study Abroad 107 Roosevelt Hall; 516-463-4765 Earn credits while spending time abroad during the semester, January or summer sessions. Health and Wellness Center Republic Hall; 516-463-6745 Available for appointments and information regarding your health.
HofstraCard Services, Office of 110 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6942 Provides photo ID cards used for swiping into buildings and for laundry, Dutch Debits, and dining plans. Hofstra University Bookstore Mack Student Center; 516-463-6654 Textbooks, gifts and Hofstra apparel. Hofstra University Honors College 243 Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library; 516-463-4842 Find out what it takes to be an honors student! Interfaith Center 213 Mack Student Center Catholic Chaplain: 516-463-7210, Jewish Chaplain: 516-463-6922 Muslim Chaplain: 516-463-6920, Protestant Chaplain: 516-463-5227
Language Learning Center 207 Calkins Hall; 516-463-5653 On-site foreign language placement exams. Mathematics Tutoring Center 301 Roosevelt Hall; 516-463-5578 Free tutoring for your math course(s).
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Public Safety, Department of Mack Public Safety and Information Center; 516-463-6606 Safeguards all members of the Hofstra community on campus. Recreation and Intramural Sports, Department of 101 Mack Fitness Center; 516-463-6958 Manages the Mack Fitness Center and coordinates intramural sports. Residential Programs, Office of 244 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6930 Provides a variety of housing options to meet academic, developmental, cultural and social needs of our students. Services for Students with Disabilities 040 Memorial Hall; 516-463-7075 Arranges academic accommodations and provides support for students with physical, learning and/or psychological disabilities. Student Computing Services 125B Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library (Hammer Lab); 516-463-7777
Provides technological assistance to students and manages a network of campus computing resources to support all student computing needs. Student Counseling Services Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center; 516-463-6791
Provides psychological, vocational and educational counseling to students. Student Financial Services 206 Memorial Hall; 516-463-8000 Provides information regarding tuition, billing, registration, scholarships, FAFSA, loans, etc. Student Leadership and Activities, Office of 260 Mack Student Center; 516-463-6914 Enhances the co-curricular life of the Hofstra community and helps students become more involved with campus events. Undergraduate Admission, Office of Bernon Hall; 516-463-6700 Submit official transcripts and check on missing transfer credits. University Tutorial Program 012 Memorial Hall; 516-463-4953 UTP provides free tutoring for up to three courses per semester. Writing Center 102 Mason Hall (weekdays during the day) 201G Axinn Library (evenings and weekends); 516-463-4908 Assists with all phases of the writing process.
Departmental Course Prefixes Accounting (ACCT)
French (FREN)
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies (MECA)
African Studies (AFST)
French Literature in Translation (FRLT)
Military Science (MS)
American Sign Language (ASL)
Gaelic (GAEL)
Modern Greek (MGRK)
American Studies (AMST)
General Business (GBUS)
Music (MUS)
Anthropology (ANTH)
Geography (GEOG)
Musical Theater (MUTH)
Arabic (ARAB)
Geology (GEOL)
Natural Science (NSC)
Art History (AH)
German (GERM)
Philosophy (PHI)
Asian Studies (ASST)
Global Studies (GS)
Physical Education and Sport Sciences (PESP)
Astronomy (ASTR)
Greek (GRK)
Physician Assistant Studies (PHA)
Biochemistry (BCHM)
Health Professions (HPR)
Physics (PHYS)
Biology (BIO)
Hebrew, Modern (HEBR)
Political Science (PSC)
Business Analytics (BAN)
History (HIST)
Portuguese (POR)
Center for Civic Engagement (CCE)
Hofstra University Honors College (HUHC)
Psychology (PSY)
Chemistry (CHEM)
Information Systems (IT)
Public Relations (PR)
Chinese (CHIN)
Interdisciplinary Science (IDSS)
Radio, Television, Film (RTVF)
Cognitive Science (CGS) Comparative Literature and Languages (CLL)
International Business (IB)
Religion (RELI)
Irish Studies (IRE)
Rhetoric (RHET)
Computer Science (CSC)
Italian (ITAL)
Romance Languages and Literature in Translation (RLLT)
Counseling and Mental Health Professions (CMHP)
Italian Literature in Translation (ITLT)
Russian (RUS)
Creative Writing (CRWR) (search by EnglishCreative Writing on course look up)
Italian Studies and Italian American Studies (ITST)
Criminology (CRM)
Japanese (JPAN)
Secondary Education (SED)
Curriculum and Teaching (CT) courses are administered through the Teaching, Literacy and Leadership Department
Jewish Studies (JWST)
Sociology (SOC)
Dance (DNCE)
Journalism (JRNL)
Spanish (SPAN)
Disability Studies (DSST)
Labor Studies (LABR)
Spanish Literature (SPLT)
Drama (DRAM)
Latin (LAT)
Special Education (SPED)
Economics (ECO)
Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACS)
Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences (SPCH)
Elementary Education (ELED)
Legal Studies in Business (LEGL)
Study Abroad (STA)
Engineering (ENGG)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Studies (LGBT)
Sustainability Studies (SBLY)
English (ENGL)
Library Information and Technology (LIBR)
Swahili (SWAH)
English Language Program (ELP)
Linguistics (LING)
Technology and Public Policy (TPP)
Entrepreneurship (ENTR)
Literacy Studies (LYST)
University Perspectives (UNIV)
European Studies (EUR)
Literature in Translation (LIT)
Women's Studies (WST)
Finance (FIN)
Management (MGT)
Writing Studies and Composition (WSC)
Fine Arts (FA)
Marketing (MKT)
Forensics (FOR)
Mass Media Studies (MASS)
Foundations of Education (FDED)
Mathematics (MATH)
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
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HOW TO … Declare a Major or Minor To declare a major or a minor, you must complete the Change of Study Form* (see Appendix), which is available at the Center for University Advisement (CUA). The form must be signed by the department chair of the new major and/or minor. Please refer to the “Majors and Academic Departments” listing in this handbook for department locations. Please note: It is your responsibility to submit the Change of Study Form to the Office of Academic Records (206 Memorial Hall, South Campus) for processing. Determine Class Standing Class standing is based on credits earned and does not include credits that are in progress. First-year standing is 0-29 credits; sophomore standing is 30-59 credits; junior standing in 60-89 credits; and senior standing is 90 or more credits. Your class standing determines the date you are eligible to register online for the upcoming semester. Your total earned credits can be found on your degree audit as well as your unofficial transcript via the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). Please note: Transfer students are responsible to ensure that all transfer credits are posted to their Hofstra transcripts. Please see the Office of Undergraduate Admission in Bernon Hall (South Campus) for additional information. Drop or Withdraw From a Course You may drop a course via the Add/Drop Classes link in the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu) or by completing a Registration Add/Drop Form* (see Appendix), which is available at the Center for University Advisement. You may drop or withdraw the course online through the deadline. If you use the paper form, it must be submitted to the Office of Academic Records (206 Memorial Hall, South Campus) by the semester deadline. If it is past the drop deadline, you still have the option to withdraw from a course using the aforementioned steps. A grade of a “W” will appear on your transcript. Some students will need an alternate PIN or Advisement dean’s signature. Please note: If you are considering a drop or withdrawal, we highly encourage you to speak to your Advisement dean and Student Financial Services representative to discuss possible consequences. File a Withdrawal or Leave of Absence From the University If you are considering a withdrawal or leave of absence for any reason, please speak with your Advisement dean about your options. A request must be submitted via the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). Receive Permission to Add a Restricted and/or Closed Course When registering for courses, you may see one of the following error messages: Class Standing; Closed Class; College; Degree; Major; Prerequisite; or Waitlist. If you receive any of these error messages, you will need to seek permission to register for the restricted course. Complete the Registration Restriction Override Form* (see Appendix), which is available at the Center for University Advisement. If approved, the form must be signed and stamped by the appropriate department and professor. You must then submit the form to the Office of Academic Records (206 Memorial Hall, South Campus) to process the override and registration. If permission is denied, you are not allowed to register for the course. 56 | C U A A d v i s i n g H a n d b o o k ’ 1 4 - ’ 1 5
HOW TO … Repeat a Course While at Hofstra, you have the option to repeat a course and request that your old grade be replaced by the new grade you earn. You may utilize this option twice in your college career. To make this request, you must complete an Undergraduate Repeat Course Request Form* (see Appendix), which is available at the Center for University Advisement. The completed form must be submitted to the Office of Academic Records (206 Memorial Hall, South Campus) by the semester deadline. Please note: The initial grade remains on your transcript, but only the new grade you earn is calculated into your GPA. If you repeat the course and fail to submit the necessary form by the deadline, the new grade you earn will then be averaged with your old grade into your GPA. We strongly suggest you speak with your Student Financial Services representative should you pursue this option, as it may affect your financial aid/scholarship package. Take a Course with the Pass/D+/D/Fail Option If you are interested in taking courses on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis, please speak with your Advisement dean about your options. Restrictions apply. Students must receive a C- or higher to earn a Pass (P), which then excludes the course from the GPA calculation. Grades of D+, D, and F, however, are still included in the GPA calculation with this option. The Request for Pass/D+/D/Fail Undergraduate Form* (see Appendix) must be submitted to the Office of Academic Records (206 Memorial Hall, South Campus) by the semester deadline. Please note: A full-time student must complete at least 12 credits per semester in letter grades other than Pass (P) in order to qualify for the Dean’s List.
*Printable forms are available online at hofstra.edu/sfs; select “Forms” listed under “Resources” in the drop-down menu.
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HOW TO … Calculate Your GPA Step 1: Using the chart below, determine the quality points for each course: Grade Points x Course Credits = Quality Points Step 2: Add all quality points earned. Step 3: Add all GPA hours (the credits with grades that count in your GPA). Step 4: Total quality points ÷ total GPA hours = GPA Grades A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D F
Grade Points 4.0 3.7 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.3 1.0 0
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Grades not included in GPA: • INC: Incomplete • NR: Student’s grade not reported by instructor • P: Passing • Pr: Progress (used to report the first semester’s satisfactory work in two-semester individually supervised courses, normally for seniors) • UW: Unofficially Withdrawn • W: Withdrawn You earn credit for grades of D and D+. However: • They may not fulfill certain requirements, like major course credits, for your degree. • They may not fulfill prerequisite requirements for certain courses you need. • If repeating a course in which you’ve earned a D or D+, you do not earn the credit again. Repeat Course Request Form • Consider using this form if you are repeating a course and want the second grade (not the first) to count in your GPA. • The original grade will stay on your transcript, but it is not calculated in your GPA. • You have only two of these requests in your entire college career, so use them wisely. • If you are not utilizing the Repeat Course Request Form but decide to repeat a course, the second grade will be averaged into your GPA.
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HOW TO … Calculate Your GPA Below is a sample academic transcript, with notes to show you how to calculate a GPA. You can view your transcript in My.Hofstra.edu under Student Records.
RUN YOUR OWN GPA SCENARIO FOR THIS SEMESTER! Plug in your current schedule and enter target grades for each course to determine what your semester GPA would be in this scenario. Course Name
Credits
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Total GPA Hours _________________ (Total Quality Points)
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Grade Points
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*NOTE: This is just a semester GPA. To calculate a cumulative GPA, use the same equation but add all Quality Points and GPA Hours from all semesters at Hofstra to date.
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COMMUNICATION ETIQUETTE HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH HOFSTRA FACULTY AND ADVISORS Communicating effectively with your professors and/or Hofstra administrators is fundamental to your college success. When communicating with representatives from the Hofstra community, give the best impression while never assuming the other party clearly understands what you are trying to communicate. Below are some things you should keep in mind: •
Body Language: This is a key component in effective communication. When in the classroom or in a meeting, always sit up straight. Never put your feet on the desk or your chair. When meeting with a professor or Hofstra administrator for the first time, introduce yourself, make eye contact, and offer a professional, firm handshake to let him or her know that you are serious about your studies.
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Timeliness: If you schedule an appointment with a professor or Hofstra administrator, arrive on time. If you are running late or need to reschedule, contact the person and let him or her know. The worst thing you can do is to not show up for an appointment and leave the person waiting or show up late without any reasonable explanation for the tardiness.
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Media Devices: Turn off your media devices (i.e., iPhone, Blackberry, laptop) when in a meeting or a class. It is impolite and unprofessional to answer a phone call or text message during a meeting and especially during a class. If you are permitted to use a laptop in the classroom, be sure to use it for academic purposes only. If you are unsure, ask the professor it if is okay.
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Missing Class: If you have to miss class due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., illness, emergency, etc.) or scheduled absences, it is your responsibility to notify your professors PRIOR to the start of class. You can do this by sending the professor an email and leaving a voice mail message if you are unable to speak with him or her directly. When you are back on campus, you should meet with your professor during his or her office hours or during a scheduled appointment. You will want to discuss the material you missed. If you plan to be away from school for an extended period (more than two days), you can also contact your Advisement dean and ask the dean to alert your professors. Missing class without notifying anyone reflects a lack of commitment on your part and can affect your overall academic success. Never plan doctors’ appointments or other events during class time.
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Be Prepared: When meeting with a professor or Hofstra administrator, be prepared and ask specific questions. If you are reviewing a recent test with a professor, bring the test with you, as well as the notes you used for studying. If you are meeting with your Advisement dean, go through your degree audit in advance and bring questions about the courses you should take to develop a graduation plan.
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Use of Email: Communicating via email, when done appropriately, can be an excellent way to communicate with a professor or Hofstra administrator. The next page has examples of the UNACCEPTABLE and ACCEPTABLE ways to communicate via email.
0EMAIL 1010 When corresponding via email, remember to: • Include your student ID number. This allows professors and Hofstra administrators to access your academic history. • Clearly identify yourself by including your full name, contact phone number, major, and class year. • Clearly state the nature of your email both in the header and body of your message. An email is an electronic letter and as such should be as clear and professional as possible. • Use spell-check for any grammatical errors or typos. • Never use abbreviations commonly used in text messages (e.g., btw, l8R).
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• Preferably send your email via a computer versus your wireless phone, as an incorrect key or misspelled word can change the goal of your message. Use your Hofstra Pride account so that the professor or administrator knows that he or she is speaking to a student. • Limit your message to 1-2 paragraphs. If your message is longer than that, it is probably best to schedule an appointment to discuss your concerns in person.
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EXAMPLE 1: To: Dean Jones From: John Smith Subject: Hey hey hey
EXAMPLE 1: To: Dean Jones From: John Smith Subject: Foreign Language Exam
Hellooo I still need to meet with the finance dept lady, but quick question how do I declare a major again I have to do something online then meet with the dept chair right? ------------------------------
Dear Dean Jones,
EXAMPLE 2:
I transferred to Hofstra University in the spring of ’09 and have not taken my foreign language placement exam. I am inquiring as to how I can go about taking it, including when, where and how I register (if needed). Any information you can provide will be greatly appreciated.
To: From: Subject:
Dean Jones John Smith QUESTION
Hey, btw registration is tomorrow and i need to meet with u in the next hour. ill stop by your office after my class. email or text me in class asap. c u
My name is John Smith, Hofstra ID 700555555, a junior PR major and also one of your advisees. My telephone is (555) 555-5555.
Thank you so much. Regards, John Smith
Sent from my iPhone ------------------------------
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EXAMPLE 3: To: From: Subject:
To: From: Subject:
Dean Jones John Smith Repetition of Course
Ok, I've met with a number of advisers at this point and the last one said I needed to take Eco 1 & 2 and wouldn't be able to take the more advanced class you suggested you said I need QM 001 eventually so what's the story? I am pretty confused at this point and I want to get classes that work with my schedule because I need to work too. Please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks, John
Dean Jones John Smith Request for Extension
Hello Ms. Jones, My name is John Smith (700555555). I am currently on academic leave for the fall 2010 semester. Unfortunately, I must request one more semester of academic leave, for the winter 2011 semester. The reason for this leave of absence is family and financial obligations. If there is any other information I need to provide, or if I need to visit in person, my home phone number is: (555) 555-5555. Thank you, John Smith
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COMPLEMENTING YOUR EDUCATION STUDY ABROAD, INTERNSHIPS AND OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION Why Study Abroad? Our students continually reaffirm the importance and validity of study abroad as a life-changing experience that fosters personal and academic growth. Personally, studying abroad allows you to … • Challenge yourself in a new environment. • Meet new and exciting people from different backgrounds and cultures. • Develop lifelong friendships. Academically, studying abroad allows you to … • Take advantage of a hands-on experience and learn both inside and outside the classroom. • Gain fluency in a foreign language. • Learn about life from a different perspective. • Earn college credits and satisfy major, minor, or distribution requirements. Hofstra University offers short-term programs during January (three weeks) and summer sessions (three to five weeks). These are excellent times for a first-time study abroad student or a student who has financial, work, or other restrictions that would prevent a longer period of time abroad. A student can obtain a maximum of four credits in January or Summer Session III, and a maximum of seven credits in Summer Sessions I and II. Hofstra also offers two semester-length programs in the spring: European Odyssey and the Hofstra in India Program. The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs awards six full-tuition scholarships, for either a full year or semester of study at the University of Amsterdam. Three of the full-tuition scholarships are reserved for Zarb School of Business students. Students are also welcome to study abroad through a non-Hofstra University program that may include application to another American university, a foreign university or an independent study abroad provider. For more information, please visit Hofstra.edu/studyabroad or visit the Office of Study Abroad Programs (107 Roosevelt Hall, South Campus). Internships and Off-Campus Education Internships offer students the opportunity to explore pre-professional apprenticeships that offer practical, hands-on work experience. Students participating in internships not only learn more about their chosen field, but they also learn to utilize their networking skills to foster strong professional connections. Hofstra University offers two ways to take advantage of an internship: Through the Office of Off-Campus Education (OCE) • An overall GPA of a 2.5 is required to participate in the program. • Students must complete an application and proposal (requires signatures from both the academic department and assigned faculty correspondent), and must have a resume and cover letter. • Internship credits vary (1-9); 40 hours per credit. • Internships are offered on a Pass/Fail basis. • Students submit a final paper (pages required are based on number of credits). • Students must meet with Assistant Dean René Giminiani-Caputo (211 Roosevelt Hall, South Campus). For more information, email nucrmc@hofstra.edu. Visit Hofstra.edu/HCLAS (click on the Student Resources tab at the top and drop down to Internships and Experiential Learning). Through a Student’s Major Department • Students may take an internship as a required major course or as a major elective. • Students must meet with the designated internship coordinator within the department in which they are seeking credits (hours per credit vary by department) • Students must meet all requirements as stipulated by the department (e.g., overall GPA, class standing, possible prerequisite courses, internship informational meeting, etc.). • Students must have a resume and complete the department’s application.
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HOFSTRASPEAK Academic Leave is an official notification to the University that the student is temporarily stopping attendance at Hofstra for a minimum of one full fall or spring semester. Matriculated students who will not be attending Hofstra for a fall or spring semester, but who intend to return to Hofstra, must file either an academic leave or maintain matriculation request. Failure to notify the University of this intent will result in withdrawal from Hofstra and the loss of academic leave benefits. To request an academic leave, students need to log in to the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu), click the Hofstra Online tab, select “Academic Leave/Withdrawal From the University” from the registration menu, and complete the required fields. The add/drop process is a brief period of time at the beginning of the semester when students may add or drop classes. Students may add or drop courses online until the last day of the first week of classes. After this time, a student must request permission to be signed in to a class by the professor or the department. An Advisement dean is the representative within the Center for University Advisement (CUA) who is assigned to work with a student from the time he or she is admitted until the student’s graduation term, assisting with course planning, major exploration, questions and concerns about academic policies and procedures, academic opportunities available at Hofstra, and other general academic issues. Students may log in to the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu) to find the name of their assigned Advisement dean. Bulletin (Catalog) year refers to the academic year in which a student enrolled at Hofstra University. Students follow the specific degree requirements set forth for their major for that specific Bulletin year, but may elect to change their Bulletin year once in their undergraduate studies at Hofstra to follow a newer year’s requirements. Students should consult with their major academic department prior to making this decision. Class standing refers to a student’s credit level. Students who have earned 30-59 credits are considered sophomores, 60-89 credits are juniors, and 90 credits or more are seniors. Completion Ratio is a guideline that the University uses to ensure that students are making strong academic progress. Since both grades and degree progress are important, the University calculates the completion ratio for each student by using the number of credits attempted and the number of credits satisfactorily completed. Students who do not meet the standards below in any single term will be placed on academic warning. Students whose cumulative completion ratios fall below this standard will be placed on academic probation. • 0-29 attempted hours: must satisfactorily complete at least 60% of attempted credits • 30-59 attempted hours: must satisfactorily complete at least 70% of attempted credits • 60 or more attempted hours: must satisfactorily complete at least 80% of attempted credits • Satisfactorily completed credits are made up of o Transfer credits o Credits completed with a passing grade of D or better o Credits completed with a passing grade of P • Attempted credits are made up of o Satisfactorily completed credits, as defined above o Failures, withdrawals, unofficial withdrawals, incompletes, and no reports (F, W, UW, I, NR) • Repeated courses are included in both attempted and earned hour calculations. A corequisite is a course that must be taken before or at the same time as another course. CRN stands for Course Reference Number. This is the five-digit number associated with each course, unique to the section of the course and the specific term in which it is offered. CUA refers to the Center for University Advisement. Degree Audit Report/DegreeWorks refers to the degree-progress tracking system available to students via the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). The system provides a student with a list of the requirements that must be completed in order to earn a Hofstra undergraduate degree and applies earned and in-progress credits to these requirements to
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monitor progress toward graduation. A student should review the degree audit prior to meeting with his/her Advisement dean and faculty/major advisor to plan a schedule for the upcoming semester. Dismissal would result if a student does not meet the academic criteria set forth by the institution. Students are dropped from the rolls of the University after two semesters of attendance if they have attempted: • Less than 25 hours and have a cumulative grade point average below 1.3 • 25-30 hours and have a cumulative grade point average below 1.5 • 31-57 hours and have a cumulative grade point average below 1.7 • 58-93 hours and have a cumulative grade point average below 1.9 • 94 or more hours and have a cumulative grade point average below 1.95 Double Major is an instance where a student has two distinct majors and he/she is pursuing one degree. Both majors would need to be the same degree (e.g., Bachelor of Arts (BA) in economics and political science). Dual Degree is an instance where a student is pursuing two simultaneous degrees. An example of this would be a student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in political science and a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in management. It may also refer to an accelerated program where a student is pursuing a bachelor’s degree and an advanced degree (e.g., BS/MS). An elective is a course a student chooses to take, which may not necessarily be required but will satisfy intellectual curiosity, appeals to a student’s interests, and/or complements degree requirements. Limits are placed on the number of elective credits students can earn that count toward a degree. FERPA is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1976, which is a federal law regarding the privacy of student records. The University is not permitted to discuss a student’s record with anyone without the student’s expressed consent. Students may give their parents FERPA access by completing a form via the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu) so they can access specific information, as indicated by the student. FERPA access can be given or rescinded at any time. Full-time status requires at least 12 semester hours (credits) for a semester. This is an important factor for reasons such as financial aid qualifications, health insurance benefits, campus housing eligibility and athletic eligibility. GPA stands for grade point average, which is the index of academic performance used to determine whether a student will be permitted to continue at the University and/or graduate. Students have a term (semester) GPA and a cumulative (overall) GPA. See the “How To” section in this handbook for instructions on calculating GPA. Honors are bestowed on students who meet specific academic criteria. Academic honors include the Dean’s List and the Provost’s Scholars; details are listed at hofstra.edu. Hofstra’s Honor Code is summarized in the P.R.I.D.E Principles, which include the following statement and pledge: “Academic integrity is paramount to the credibility of the University's reputation and the scholarly pursuits of its members. Hofstra students bear the ultimate responsibility for upholding the principles of academic honesty and integrity. ‘I will not engage in any activity that will violate the standards of academic integrity and will not tolerate acts of cheating, plagiarism, falsification, forgery, perjury, misrepresentation or dishonesty.’” Latin honors at Hofstra are degrees of distinction. The criteria for these distinctions include credits earned in residence at Hofstra and GPA averages. Summa cum laude is 3.85; magna cum laude is 3.75; and cum laude is 3.60. More details are listed at hofstra.edu. A liberal arts course addresses the questions of basic human values and the ways of understanding the character and organization of reality, focusing on various approaches to self-examination and inquiry of nature and science. Every degree has a certain percentage of credits that must be completed in liberal arts. Students can search courses by the liberal arts attribute type via the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). Online courses at Hofstra are referred to as Distance Learning (DL) options and are offered through Blackboard on the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu). Students can search for courses by the DL attribute type. Some DL options are hybrids (a mixture of online and in-class sessions).
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The portal refers to the My.Hofstra.edu information system where students can access all Hofstra information in one location, including email, library databases, academic records, and Blackboard. A prerequisite is a requirement that must be met prior to enrollment in a course. Prerequisites could include a course with a specific grade earned, test score, class standing, major, or school. P.R.I.D.E. Principles serve as the foundation for the University’s Code of Community Standards, and outline the standard of conduct that all Hofstra students are expected to uphold. Hofstra’s P.R.I.D.E. Principles are: Personal and Social Responsibility; Respect for Self and Others; Integrity, Ethics and Leadership; Diversity and Community; and Expression and Free Exchange. Probation (academic) occurs at the end of any fall or spring semester in which a student’s cumulative grade point average is less than 2.0 but above the University’s minimum retention standards. Students will also be placed on probation at the end of a second consecutive semester with a term GPA below a 2.0 or if they fail to satisfactorily complete a minimum percentage of their attempted credits (completion ratio). When placed on probation, students must meet with their Advisement dean and are required to complete an online course, UNIV 001, prior to enrollment for future semesters. Quality points are used to determine a student’s GPA. Each letter grade is assigned a point value, and these points multiplied by the number of credits for a graded course determine the quality points for that course. Residency requirement refers to the minimum number of credits that need to be taken in residence at Hofstra. Transfer students, especially, need to be mindful of these requirements. Students should consult with their Advisement dean and faculty/major advisor for more information. A semester hour is also referred to as a credit. This is equivalent to a one-hour period of participation in class per week, or a minimum of two hours of laboratory or studio work per week for one semester, or the equivalent. SFS (Student Financial Services) is the office that handles matters related to financing your Hofstra University education. The office is located on the second floor of Memorial Hall, and students can meet with a SFS counselor to discuss any financial matters. The Office of Academic Records and Registrar and the Loan Repayment Office are also located in Memorial Hall. A syllabus is a document detailing information about a course, and may include: course description; goals and objectives of the course; reading assignments and due dates; a general outline of the course, including course requirements; and means and methods of evaluation. The syllabus is the key to understanding course content and course policies, and is distributed by the professor at the beginning of a course. Withdrawal … • From a course is an option for students who missed the regular drop period but wish to stop attending a course. A grade of a W appears on the transcript and the credits still show in a student’s attempted hours. There is a deadline for a selective withdrawal. • From a full semester is an option for students who need to withdraw from all courses for a semester but intend to return to the University. This is also referred to as an academic leave. To withdraw from a full semester, students need to log in to the Hofstra portal (My.Hofstra.edu), select from the registration menu “Academic Leave/Withdrawal from the University,” and complete the required fields. • From the University indicates that a student wishes to discontinue his/her studies at Hofstra and does not intend to return. To officially withdraw from Hofstra, a student needs to log in to the portal (My.Hofstra.edu), select from the registration menu “Academic Leave/Withdrawal from the University,” and complete the required fields, indicating he/she will not return. • A student must consult with his/her Advisement dean regarding any withdrawal. No student may withdraw from a term after the last day of class. The Writing Proficiency Exam (WPE) is a graduation requirement for all undergraduate students, intended to show writing proficiency through the composition of an essay. The exam is given at the end of WSC 002 or at special sessions during the semesters.
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Center for University Advisement
Locations: 4101 Memorial Hall, South Campus Phone: 516-463-6770 Fax: 516-463-6674 4107 Mack Student Center, North Campus Phone: 516-463-7222 Fax: 516-463-4258
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening Hours: Monday and Thursday Open until 7 p.m. Students are seen for advisement by appointment Quick Question Hours 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. When classes are not in session the CUA operates on a 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule. During the summer the office closes at 4 p.m. on Friday.