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JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY IS A JESUIT CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY LOCATED IN UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, OHIO, EIGHT MILES AWAY FROM CLEVELAND. JCU IS ONE OF 27 JESUIT UNIVERSITIES IN THE U.S.

A LETTER FROM PRESIDENT ALAN MICIAK,

PH.D.

Greetings Students, Families, and Friends,

The pages that follow set the stage for your pursuit of an Inspired Future at John Carroll University in Cleveland, where our vibrant, connected community fuels a curiosity about the world and your place within it.

Use this book to visualize your place on our campus, whether you are sitting beside a faculty mentor who is guiding you through the Biology curriculum or laughing with a roommate turned best friend in Pacelli Hall. Picture yourself competing alongside a teammate at Don Shula Stadium or stepping beyond our campus into an internship with Sherwin Williams. Take a moment to imagine your study abroad trip to Ireland or the thrill of your first concert on the Quad.

Whatever your dreams hold, please know that there is a place for you at John Carroll University. All are welcome here.

My office sits beneath the iconic Grasselli Tower in St. Ignatius Hall at the center of our campus. I hope you will stop by to say hello when you visit campus.

Go Blue Streaks!

Regards,

Al Miciak

WE’RE BUILDING YOUR INSPIRED FUTURE

John Carroll University is enhancing the student experience with investments across campus and by creating new and innovative majors.

2021

• Grand opening Mastrantoni Family Success Commons (Home of Career Services and Academic Success)

2022

• Renovated Schott Dining Hall

• Renovated Dolan Residence Hall

• Grand opening of Short Family Tennis Center

• Launched Saxbys, a student-run coffee shop

2023

• Launched new Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

• Opened two nursing simulation labs

• Renovated Pacelli Residence Hall

• Air conditioning installed in all residence halls across campus

• Launched renovated D.J. Lombardo Student Center

2024 & beyond

• Grand opening Athletic, Wellness, and Event Center

• Grasselli Library & Breen Learning Center Renovations

HIGH-FIDELITY NURSING SIMULATION LAB

BOLER ANALYTICS LAB

SCHOTT DINING HALL

FUEL YOUR CURIOSITY

LEARN FROM AN AWARD-WINNING FACULTY THAT’S WORKING FOR THE GREATER GOOD

No matter which one of our 70+ majors, minors, concentrations, and fifth-year options you choose, all John Carroll students share one common experience: you’ll have the opportunity to learn from creative, award-winning faculty members who are committed not only to teaching you, but to guiding and supporting you as an individual.

But their dedication doesn’t end there. Our Jesuit tradition is grounded in the belief that a high-quality, values-based education is the path to a meaningful life of service, and our faculty members live out that belief with work dedicated to giving back to the communities around us. As a student, you get to be a part of their innovative projects.

You might join Dr. Jackie Zera’s First Responder Wellness program, which provides fitness assessments and wellness programming for local firefighters, or you might work alongside Dr. Doan Winkel to operate a mobile food buggy and use the profits to feed people experiencing homelessness. Whatever path you choose, our exceptional professors will provide you with an education that extends beyond the classroom and into the real world.

BE INSPIRED

BY PEOPLE WHO SHARE YOUR PASSIONS

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

No matter your major, you will start with a core curriculum that emphasizes the humanities. As your worldview broadens and your critical thinking skills get sharper, it’s time to choose a major that fills you with passion. Consider a few options below or use the QR code to read more about our programs, “the core,” and opportunities for students who are still deciding.

Boler College of Business

• Accountancy

• Financial Planning and Wealth Management

• Marketing

• Supply Chain Management

“My favorite mentors on campus are in John Carroll’s Education Department because they support my desire to pursue a career in education. They have been there through some of my hard moments and encouraged me during the exciting moments.”

— Lexi Shabazz ’24 Hudson, Ohio

CHOOSE YOUR PATH, FIND YOUR PURPOSE

College of Arts and Sciences

• Engineering Physics

• Exercise Science

• Nursing

• Peace, Justice and Human Rights

YOU DESERVE MENTORS DEDICATED TO YOUR GROWTH

Meet a few of John Carroll’s renowned faculty members.

“Faculty meetings are always about, ‘How do we invest more into these students?’ This is the core of who we are as a Jesuit university and our belief in cura personalis—care of the individual person. Sometimes people are lost in the crowd, but at John Carroll, it’s part of our DNA to identify the singularity, the individual in the crowd and to see each student as part of our family.”

In 2023, Ed Hahnenberg, Ph.D. was honored by the College of Arts and Sciences for his signature blend of rigor and approachability, and his sensitivity to helping students navigate the big existential questions raised in many of his courses.

#3

most innovative school as ranked by top academics at other colleges

2022 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings

96%

of faculty have a doctorate or other terminal degree

— Father Maurice Emelu, Assistant Professor of Communication at the Tim Russert Department of Communication

“The servant-leadership approach of my colleagues helps students’ academic and personal formation.”

— Kenneth Sean Chaplin

Assistant

Professor,

of Sociology and Criminology

FR. MAURICE EMELU, PH.D. ’12G - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION

MALIA MCANDREW, PH.D. - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF HISTORY

EDWARD HAHNENBERG, PH.D. - BREEN CHAIR FOR CATHOLIC SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY + PROFESSOR AND DEPARTMENT CHAIR OF THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES (LUCREZIA CULICCHIA AWARD RECIPIENT)

SIMRAN KAHAI, PH.D. - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE CHRYSTAL BRUCE, PH.D. - PROFESSOR OF CHEMISTRY

ROBERT STEIN - MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION

JOANNA GARCIA, PH.D. - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF ACCOUNTANCY

KENNETH SEAN CHAPLIN, PH.D. - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINOLOGY

ELENA MANILICH, PH.D. - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE, AND DATA SCIENCE

Launched a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and opened high- and low-fidelity simulation labs in the Dolan Center for Science and Technology

Thomas Frazier, Ph.D., professor of psychology, has spent more than 17 years in evaluation, treatment, and research, with a focus on improving autism identification through webcam technology. In 2022, he received a Human Cognitive and Behavioral Science Grant from the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI).

Dr. Phil Metres, Director of Peace, Justice, and Human Rights, is a recipient of the Guggenheim Fellowship, awarded to those with exceptional capacity, productive scholarship, and creative ability in the arts. Each year, the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation awards approximately 175 fellowships to individuals making their mark in the social sciences, the natural sciences, the humanities, and the creative arts.

JACKIE ZERA, PH.D. - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF EXERCISE SCIENCE AND SPORTS LEADERSHIP

THOMAS FRAZIER, PH.D. ’97 - PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY

LISA SHOAF, PH.D. - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF EDUCATION

RODNEY HESSINGER, PH.D. - INTERIM DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

PHIL METRES, PH.D. - PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH AND DIRECTOR OF PEACE, JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS

DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, CENP - DIRECTOR OF NURSING

SHANNA BOTOS, DPN ’00ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF NURSING

BE INSPIRED

BY A LARGER NETWORK

IT’S OUR MISSION TO INSPIRE LIVES—AND LAUNCH CAREERS

Picture yourself a few years from now: you’ve studied hard, you’ve plotted out your career path, and you just landed an interview for your dream job. Now what?

At John Carroll, you’ll spend your college career getting ready for this moment, with access to professional development programs and support to develop your skills. The Career Services team, located in the Mastrantoni Family Student Success Commons, will help you craft your resume, create a killer LinkedIn profile, prepare for interviews, and network with John Carroll alumni across the country. You’ll get the behind-the-scenes support you need—so that when it’s time to go out into the world, you’re prepared to make your mark.

BUILDING LIFELONG CONNECTIONS

“I know I made the right choice in choosing John Carroll because the faculty and staff here are invested in helping me succeed, I’ve made friends who I’m able to grow with academically, and the city of Cleveland offers an endless array of things to do!”

—Karie Stedman ’24 Buffalo, New York

CLEVELAND IS A CITY OF OPPORTUNITIES

YOUR FUTURE CAREER STARTS HERE!

45,000+

Alumni Network

John Carroll is situated in University Heights, a suburban neighborhood that is just a 20-minute drive to the heart of downtown Cleveland, which is home to Fortune 500 companies, Cultural institutions, and nonprofit organizations.

LET EXPERIENCES SHAPE YOU

BE INSPIRED

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

ARCHAEOLOGY OF GREECE 2023 TRIP

“I am the biggest advocate for studying abroad. My semester in a small Italian village changed the way I view the world and the way I walk around in it every single day. From studying abroad in Italy to being a part of the Carroll Ballers—a group of 12 guys that play basketball at the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Center every Friday night—the experiences I’ve had are a step into the real world and where the majority of my growth and transformation have come from.”

Sure, you’ll find your place on our beautiful University Heights campus. But our high-impact experiences mean you’ll also find your place outside of the classroom—and have life-changing experiences along the way no matter what program you choose to study.

From short-term global adventures and semester-long study abroad programs like JCU in Rome, to internships, research projects, and lab work, John Carroll offers countless hands-on, once-in-a-lifetime learning experiences that don’t just teach. They transform. They’ll change the way you see the world and your place in it, and make sure that you graduate with the skills, connections, and confidence you need to push outside your comfort zone and navigate life after college.

90%

of John Carroll graduates participate in two or more high-impact experiences

Includes: Internships, Research Experiences, Study Abroad, Student Employment, and Service Learning

travel and learn abroad!

THERE’S A WHOLE WORLD BEYOND THE MAIN GATE—AND YOU’LL BE READY TO TAKE YOUR PLACE IN IT.

—Vince Rizzo ’23 Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

BE INSPIRED

TO IMPACT YOUR COMMUNITY

Community-engaged learning is a dynamic component of a John Carroll education. By applying what you learn in the classroom to real-world situations, you gain knowledge and experience that sets you apart and prepares you for your future career.

As an academic department, The Center for ServiceLearning and Social Action (CSSA) facilitates close to 100 community-engaged activities each week. CSSA is here to help you get involved, discover your passion, and gain practical experience that sets the foundation for a purpose-driven life.

Leadership development is essential to your success at John Carroll. Students take on leadership roles in CSSA as Student Liaisons, Interns, and Civic Fellows. Through these roles, you’ll develop professional skills including critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, communication and self awareness. You will also mentor your peers, serve as university ambassadors and contribute significantly to the student experience at John Carroll.

Through CSSA, you might tutor at local schools, garden with refugees at Ohio City Farm, or play basketball with residents at the Juvenile Detention Center as a part of the Carroll Ballers Program. These are just a few examples of the many opportunities that CSSA facilitates to strengthen academic outcomes, develop ethical leaders, and foster lifelong civic engagement.

weekly activities for communityengaged learning

100+

students are hired by CSSA as Student Liaisons, Interns, and Civic Fellows

86%

90+ of students participate in CSSA activities before graduation

DISCOVER THE POWER OF COMMUNITY!

“The experiences I’ve had through the Center for Service Learning and Social Action (CSSA) have left a giant impact on my soul.”

—Scott Esteb ’24 Indianapolis, Indiana

FIND YOUR CONNECTIONS

BE INSPIRED

BY

MORE THAN 135 YEARS OF TRADITION

EMBRACING THE PAST AND LOOKING TOWARDS THE FUTURE.

Traditions matter at John Carroll, and when you join our community you don’t just become a member of your graduating class, or your academic program, or your residence hall.

You become a part of something so much bigger.

You become a part of traditions that are rooted in the past—like Christmas Carroll Eve, a candlelit procession and Mass to ring in the holiday season that’s been celebrated by John Carroll students since the 1960s—and newer traditions like Tower Time, when the entire John Carroll community takes a break and comes together for conversation, community, and coffee.

And for those times when you want to just live in the moment? UClub, a group of student leaders, plans events on- and off-campus every weekend, all year long. So whether you’re up for a night of video games in the ESports Lounge or a wild dodgeball tournament, an outing to a Guardians game, or hiking in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, you’ll always find something to do—and somewhere to belong—at John Carroll.

WHAT DO BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, NEIL DIAMOND, AEROSMITH, AND JASON MRAZ HAVE IN COMMON?

SCAN TO HEAR HITS FROM PAST PERFORMERS

CAMPUS CIRCA 1950

They all headlined John Carroll’s annual Welcome Back Concert that kicks off the start of fall semester.

“Diversity is a fact. Equity is a choice: we all want to feel valued, respected, heard, and seen. Inclusion is an action: if we don’t have action, then we aren’t doing the work. The outcome is belonging, and you will find a deep sense of belonging here.”

—Naomi Sigg, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

BE INSPIRED

BE INSPIRED BY LIVING THE MISSION

At John Carroll University, you’ll never have to choose between feeling at home and chasing your dreams. Our diverse and vibrant community of learners and leaders offers an unparalleled college experience where you can explore your passions, discover your purpose, and make a positive impact toward a more just world.

Whether you are pursuing your academic endeavors, competing on the court, or serving in the community, our Jesuit educational foundation will help you unlock your full potential and become the person the world needs you to be. Come join us and discover what it truly means to belong to a community of change-makers and lifelong learners!

learn how we’re building a diverse living, learning, and working environment where everyone is welcome

CAMPUS MINISTRY HALLWAY

MULTICULTURAL GRADUATION CELEBRATION

BE INSPIRED

BY A FAITH THAT DOES JUSTICE

GATHER TOGETHER

HIGHER EDUCATION, GROUNDED IN A HIGHER CALLING

What does it mean to find your place with people who share a commitment to your beliefs and values?

For many John Carroll students, belonging starts with faith, the bedrock of our Jesuit Catholic-based education that inspires each individual to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world. Our Campus Ministry welcomes students of all faiths and of no faith tradition to join together in search of deeper meaning and purpose in their lives. Through retreats, small faith communities, individual spiritual development and accompaniment, immersion experiences, prayer services and liturgies, and a variety of social justice initiatives that draw us back to the mission of a faith that does justice, Campus Ministry forges friendships while helping our students become men and women for—and with—others.

“Our purpose is not to fix but to learn. We hope that by guiding students to listen they will develop a broader sense of global suffering and ask how they can use their gifts, their lives, and their talents to contribute to a better world.”

—Jurell Sison ’10, Assistant Director of Campus Ministry

Discover a faith that does justice and learn more about Campus Ministry

BELONG. BECOME. BE A BLUE STREAK.

BE INSPIRED

IN OUR RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES

THERE’S SO MUCH ROOM TO GROW

Where do students find the first—and most lasting—place they belong on campus? In our residential community, which includes a mix of residence halls, duplexes, and apartments that you’ll call home during your years at John Carroll.

The connections you’ll make living with friends, teammates, and study partners in our newly renovated residence halls, hanging out in student lounges, and sharing daily meals in Schott Dining Hall will cement relationships—and help you form new ones. And you can even deepen the bonds you’ve formed by spending a year (or more!) in one of our designated living-learning communities, where you share an entire floor with your fellow Arrupe Social Justice Scholars, Honors Program students, Social Innovation Fellows, or with your sisters and brothers in your sorority or fraternity.

At John Carroll, you live in University-sponsored housing all four years, with progressive options. During junior and senior years, you have the option to remain in the residence halls or move to duplexes and apartments.

Whatever housing you choose, the years you spend living just steps away from your advisor’s office, the D.J. Lombardo Student Center, Saxbys Coffee, and all the other conveniences of on-campus life will be as much a part of your college experience as the time you spend in the classroom.

PACELLI HALL IS ONE OF SEVERAL NEWLY RENOVATED RESIDENCE HALLS

JOHN CARROLL STUDENTS FIND COMMUNITY LIVING ON CAMPUS

91%

“In the residence halls there are so many different people living together. That’s really helpful for personal development and broadening your horizons. You have this intense focus on understanding different types of people, which definitely helped me in my career.”

BLUE

Picture yourself as a future Blue Streak with these daily on-campus essentials. From grabbing a coffee at Saxbys, our student-run coffee shop, to playing video games in the ESports lab, get a glimpse of your life as a John Carroll student. of John Carroll students say living on campus contributes to their sense of belonging

7

residence halls

“Living on campus has benefited me academically as well as socially. Being in proximity to other students who are taking the same classes makes for a very collaborative environment—and it makes the walk to classes super quick!”

40 resident assistants

SHOW YOUR SPIRIT

6

on-campus dining locations

OUR LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES

Living-Learning Communities (LLC) are built upon the idea of grouping students within similar studies or with shared passions into a residential living community on campus. These arrangements provide students with increased access to specialized opportunities, resources, and programs as well as more contact with faculty in their related area. Students in the same LLC share experiences both inside and outside the classroom as they live, work, and study together.

STEM LLC

Designed for students who have declared an academic major or undeclared major concentration in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

Mission-Based Programs LLC

Designed for students who have been accepted into any of the four Mission-Based Programs, which includes Honors, Arrupe Scholars, Leadership Scholars, and Social Innovation Fellows.

7

national sororities and fraternities

2

Living-Learning Communities

GAME ON!

HANG OUT ON THE QUAD your photo goes here

GROW IN FAITH

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY

—Jasmine McCallum ’22 Webster, New York

— Caleb Correia ’24, Resident Assistant Toledo, Ohio

BE INSPIRED

BY CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING ATHLETICS

LEARN MORE ABOUT ATHLETICS HERE!

FROM SWIMMING TO SPINNING, YOGA TO PERSONAL TRAINING, YOU CAN FIT IN FITNESS AT OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES:

• Corbo Fitness Center

• Fitness Studio

• Intramural Gym

• Johnson Natatorium

• Racquetball Court

• Short Family Tennis Complex

BLUE STREAKS WORK HARD. BUT WE PLAY HARD TO0.

As an NCAA Division III member and part of the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC), John Carroll offers students all the excitement of big college sports on a smaller, community-focused campus. Love sports but maybe not up for competing at the college level? Sign up for a club sport or an intramural league, or join the Carroll Crazies to cheer on the Blue Streaks at home and away.

OUR VARSITY SPORTS:

DID YOU KNOW 43 BLUE STREAKS WORK IN THE NFL INCLUDING 3 GENERAL MANAGERS AND 2 HEAD COACHES?

“My passion and love for the University is real and it’s strong. All of the pillars of this program—academic rigor, experiential learning, and personal formation—speak to my mission as a coach of 25 years and as an educator.”

of John Carroll students participate in either varsity, intramural, or club athletics

100+

75% Division III league titles

— Brian Polian ’97, Director of Athletics

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your

BE INSPIRED

“What’s so great about John Carroll is the opportunities available all over campus. There are so many different clubs and activities that cater to different people. Whether you want to join an organization that’s academic-based, interest-based, or a leisure activity, it’s really not that hard to find your place and evolve in your space.”

—Jashauna Harris ’24, President of Black Students in Action Rocky River, Ohio

GET INVOLVED—AND FIND YOUR PEOPLE

At John Carroll, we have over 100 student-led organizations that offer endless opportunities to pursue your passions and connect with others who share your interests. With so many options to choose from, it’s easy to find a community where you feel like you belong, and many of our students are involved in multiple clubs and organizations.

Do you dream of Italy? There’s a club for that. Want to explore your passion for STEM or improv? There’s a club for that too. Professional organizations? Political clubs? Theater? Dance? Check, check, check, check.

But these clubs are more than fun and games. Organizations like Black Students in Action, Latin American Student Association, South Asian Student Association, and Middle Eastern Student Association help John Carroll students celebrate their identity, learn about others, and ensure that there’s a place for everyone to be seen, be heard, and belong.

90% FIND WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

of John Carroll students participate in at least one of the many opportunities to get involved on campus.

THE JOHN CARROLL COMMUNITY GATHERS ON ST. IGNATIUS PLAZA FOR TOWER TIME EVERY WEEK

YOU BELONG FOR A LIFETIME

Whether they’re heading a global corporation, spearheading diversity efforts for a fashion powerhouse, or keeping NFL players fit and healthy, John Carroll alumni share a few things in common: a Jesuit education that taught them to think, question, and look for out-of-the-box solutions and a commitment to helping other John Carroll alumni build their future.

• $49,000 average starting salary one year after graduation

• 45,000+ alumni network

• 94% of graduates report being employed full-time, involved in an educational program, or committed to a full-time service opportunity one year after graduation.

ANNMARIE LYONS ’95

Sociology Major Vice President, UPMC Women’s Health Service Line

JOE

MICCA ’10

Kinesiology & Exercise Science Major Rehabilitation Coordinator, Buffalo Bills

MATTHEW SERNA, MD ’14

Biology Major Resident Physician, Cleveland Clinic

AUBREY

HIRSCH ’04

English Language & Literature Major Freelance writer, teacher, and current National Endowment for the Arts Fellow in Literature

CEDRIC D.T. JACKSON, JR. ’14

Computer Information Systems Major Senior Engineer, Disney Streaming Services

SPENCER FURIN ’17

Engineering Physics Major Electrical Engineer, NASA Glenn Research Center

MARCELLO

HERNANDEZ ’19

Entrepreneurship & Communication, TV & Screenwriting Major* (SELF-DESIGNED MAJOR)

First-generation Latino comedian, SNL

LANDRY

SNEAD ’18

Computer Science Major Backend Engineer, Spotify

JENNY BASA ’03

Psychology Major Director of IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Action), Lululemon

DARREN

CLEMENTE JR. ’20 ’21G

Accounting Major, Masters in Accounting Audit Senior, KPMG LLP

ANGELICA

BUCCI ’16

Communications & Entrepreneurship Major Program Manager, Google