Undergraduate Program Sheets 2025-2026

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM SHEETS All Majors • 2025-2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS BACHELOR OF ARTS PAGES 3-13

38- Digital Media

3- English

39- Entrepreneurship/Small Business

4- Environmental Science and Policy

40- Entrepreneurship/Creativity and Innovation

5- Global Sustainability

41- Entrepreneurship/Intrapreneurship and Corporate Leadership

6- Interdisciplinary Studies

42- Esports and Gaming Administration

7- Political Science

43- Finance

8- Political Science (Policy Studies concentration)

44- Finance (Financial Analyst concentration)

9- Political Science (Public Administration)

45- Health Sciences

10- Political Science (Security Studies concentration)

46- Human Resource Management

11- Psychology

47- International Business

12- Psychology (Forensic Concentration)

48- Management

13- Psychology (Mental Health)

49- Marketing Management 50- Sport Management 51- Sport Management (Sport Marketing concentration)

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52- Undecided

14- Accounting 15- Managerial Accounting 16- Public Accounting 17- Accounting (Forensic Accounting concentration) 18- Accounting & Financial Analysis 19- Applied Mathematics 20- Applied Mathematics (Actuarial Sciences concentration) 21- Applied Mathematics (Computer Science concentration) 22- Biology 23- Business Administration 24- Business Analytics 25- Business and Liberal Arts 26- Communications (Public Relations/Marketing) 27- Computer Information Systems 28- Computer Science 29- Criminal Justice 30- Criminal Justice (Corrections) 31- Criminal Justice (Forensics) 32- Criminal Justice (Homeland Security) 33- Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement) 34- Criminal Justice (Conservation Law Enforcement) 35- Criminal Justice (Cybersecurity concentration) 36- Cybersecurity 37- Digital Marketing Management

BACHELOR OF ARTS PAGES 53-59 IN EDUCATION 53- Early Childhood Education (B-5 and PK-3) 54- Elementary Education (K-6) 55- Middle School Education 56- Secondary Education (English, 6-12) 57- Secondary Education (Life Science, 6-12) 58- Secondary Education (Math, 6-12) 59- Secondary Education (Social Studies, 6-12)

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ENGLISH Why English at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

ENGLISH

The Thomas College program in English is intellectually challenging, engaging, and enlightening. You’ll graduate with a diverse portfolio of writing that showcases your technical skill, critical thinking ability, strength in research and analysis, and imagination. You’ll read texts that challenge your thinking, inspire your creativity, and expand your worldview. And, you’ll graduate ready for a career that draws on your skill as a writer, editor, and student of human experience.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • •

Composition I & II Introduction to Literature Writing Elective Literature Elective

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DOUGLAS L. LEPLEY, PH.D. Professor of English

KELLY A. MECHLING, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

Professor of English

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Writing and Editing • Journalism • Law and Legal Studies • Education • Publishing

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY

Bachelor of Arts ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Environmental Science and Policy at Thomas College?

The Environmental Science & Policy program at Thomas College is a multi-disciplinary major that combines environmental science with policy, economics, and social issues.

Students gain a broad understanding of the natural, social, and economic dimensions of environmental challenges, while also learning to think critically and creatively about effective management and policy solutions.

This degree prepares graduates for careers in natural resource organizations, government agencies, consulting firms, and private companies needing environmental compliance and permitting experts. With its close proximity to state and federal agencies and environmental nonprofits, Thomas College offers students valuable opportunities for internships, networking, and career development.

KEY COURSES • • • • • • •

Environmental Crime Investigations Environmental Science Environmental Economics Sustainable Management Statistics for the Social Sciences Public Policy Formation Climate Science

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

TESSA HARDEN, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Science

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

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• Natural resource non-profits, local, state and federal agency positions • Consulting and private company environmental compliance positions

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GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY Why Global Sustainability at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Global Sustainability is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary program that integrates science, social studies, humanities, education, economics, and business. This degree equips students with the knowledge and skills to address some of today’s most urgent challenges—from climate change and energy use to supply chain shortages of resources like lithium, wheat, oil, and water.

Students learn to apply the principles of the triple bottom line—People, Planet, and Profits—to both their careers and personal lives, while gaining exposure to global issues, cultures, and topics like environmental and social justice. With sustainability jobs projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to grow 16% annually over the next decade, graduates will be well-positioned for meaningful and impactful careers in this rapidly expanding field.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Environmental Economics Environmental Issues Toward a Sustainable Society Current World Problems Business Strategy for Global Sustainability

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ALLISON MOLONEY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

Assistant Professor of Science

TESSA HARDEN, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Science

STEVEN KAHL, PH.D. Professor of Science

• Non-profit Organizations

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• State Agencies • Solar Companies, Sales • Sustainability Office for a Company • Renewable Energies

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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES Why Interdisciplinary Studies at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Are you having trouble finding a major that fits your unique interests and career goals? Do your interests cut across disciplines, not fitting neatly within existing majors? Our Interdisciplinary major gives a student direct ownership and responsibility over their education by creating a program unique to their personal interests and career goals. An IDS major allows for freedom, structure, and a focused exploration of a variety of areas of interest.

Interdisciplinary education is ideal for a highly motivated student looking to address complex interdisciplinary issues in a changing career world.

Students have the option to name their own unique major that fits their interests.

The name of a unique major is typically derived from the names of existing majors, minors, and concentrations.

EXAMPLES OF ACTUAL MAJORS • • • •

Environmental Science and Policy Cultural Diversity Education Political Journalism Diversity Psychology

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

TESSA HARDEN, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Science

JUDITH HANSEN-CHILDERS, M.B.A., M.S.

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

EXAMPLES OF STUDENTCREATED MAJORS: • Cultural Diversity Education • Political Journalism • Diversity Psychology

Associate Professor of Humanities 207-859-1101

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

Why Political Science at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

POLITICAL SCIENCE

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Political Science requires strong critical thinking skills — to succeed in this important field of study, you have to be able to recognize and appreciate different perspectives on the controversial issues of our time. If you’re interested in serving others, engaging in thoughtful discussion, and even changing the course of history, political science might be right for you. You’ll graduate with a flexible set of skills in research, analysis, and communication that will kickstart a career you love. You can focus your studies further in public policy, public administration, or security studies and demonstrate proficiency in a specialized area.

KEY COURSES • • • •

American National Government Comparative Political Systems Politics of State and Local Government International Relations

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D. Professor of Business Administration

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Public Policy • Law and Legal Studies

• Campaign Management

• Government • National Intelligence

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

(POLICY STUDIES CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Arts

POLITICAL SCIENCE

(POLICY STUDIES CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Political Science (Policy Studies concentration) at Thomas College?

The Policy Studies concentration in the Political Science program at Thomas College is focused on a career-oriented path. Political Science requires strong critical thinking skills — to succeed in this important field of study, you have to be able to recognize and appreciate different perspectives on the controversial issues of our time. If you’re interested in serving others, engaging in thoughtful discussion, and even changing the course of history, political science might be right for you. You’ll graduate with a flexible set of skills in research, analysis, and communication that will kickstart a career you love.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Public Policy Formulation Environmental Issues Regional Economic Development International Trade and Investment Juvenile Crimes and Justice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D. Professor of Business Administration

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Public Policy

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Law and Legal Studies • Government • National Intelligence • Campaign Management

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

(PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)

Bachelor of Arts

POLITICAL SCIENCE

(PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Political Science (Public Administration) at Thomas College?

The Public Administration concentration in Thomas College’s Political Science program prepares students for a career-focused path in government and nonprofit leadership. Combining courses in political science, accounting, finance, and management, the program also offers specialized classes through a consortium of colleges to strengthen career readiness. Graduates are prepared for roles in policy analysis and implementation, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, city planning, and public management, as well as for advanced studies in a master’s program in public administration.

With Thomas College’s close proximity to the state capital, Augusta, students have access to abundant internship and job opportunities to gain real-world experience.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Introduction to Public Administration Public Budgeting and Finance Management Managerial Accounting Strategic Media Planning Regional Economic Development

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

Professor of Business Administration

• Public Administration • Government Management • Policy • City Planning • Urban Development

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

(SECURITY STUDIES CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Arts

POLITICAL SCIENCE

(SECURITY STUDIES CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Political Science (Security Studies concentration) at Thomas College?

Political Science requires strong critical thinking skills — to succeed in this important field of study, you have to be able to recognize and appreciate different perspectives on the controversial issues of our time. If you’re interested in serving others, engaging in thoughtful discussion, and even changing the course of history, political science might be right for you. You’ll graduate with a flexible set of skills in research, analysis, and communication that will kickstart a career you love.

Students in the Security Studies Concentration will be able to select from additional courses in a range of specialization electives within criminal justice, psychology, and social studies.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

American Foreign Policy Current World Problems International Relations Terrorism: A New World Disorder Homeland Security

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Public Policy

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Law and Legal Studies • Government • National Intelligence • Campaign Management

JUDITH HANSEN-CHILDERS, M.B.A, M.S. Associate Professor of Humanities 207-859-1101

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PSYCHOLOGY Why Psychology at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

PSYCHOLOGY

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

The Psychology program emphasizes learning by doing, providing hands-on experience with human subjects, research, and experimental design. Students can choose concentrations in Forensic Psychology or Mental Health to focus their studies on areas of interest.

The Forensic Psychology concentration examines the intersection of human behavior and the legal system, including criminal justice, civil law, and behavioral assessment. The Mental Health concentration prepares students to understand, assess, and support mental wellness across diverse populations.

Graduates are equipped for careers in psychology, social services, or criminal justice, or for pursuing advanced study in graduate programs.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Personality Psychology and the Law Abnormal Psychology Developmental Psychology Experimental Design and Analysis Anatomy and Physiology

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice DALE DICKSON, PH.D. Associate Professor of Psychology PETER GLEASON, PH.D. Associate Professor of Psychology

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Clinical Psychology

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Counseling • Social Work • Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling • Sentence Advocacy

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• Community Corrections • Correctional Case Management • Victim/Witness Coordination • Domestic Violence Advocacy

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PSYCHOLOGY

(FORENSIC CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Arts

PSYCHOLOGY

(FORENSIC CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE

Why Psychology (Forensic Concentration) at Thomas College?

Study human behavior with a focus on law and criminal justice.

Forensic Psychology exists at the intersection of human behavior and the legal system. If you’re interested in how behavior, thoughts, feelings, and actions relate to criminal justice, civil law, and other systems designed to manage human behavior, this might be the right major for you. The Thomas College program will prepare you for a variety of entry-level careers or graduate study.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Developmental Psychology Experimental Design and Analysis Psychology and the Law Abnormal Psychology Introduction to Criminal Justice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

DALE DICKSON, PH.D. Associate Professor of Psychology

• Law Enforcement Officers

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Forensic Science support staff within medical examiner offices or labs • Law School • Corrections • Juvenile system

ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D. Associate Professor of Criminal Justice 207-859-1101

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PSYCHOLOGY (MENTAL HEALTH)

Why Psychology (Mental Health) at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Arts

PSYCHOLOGY (MENTAL HEALTH)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Explore human behavior with a focus on mental health. The Psychology major with a Mental Health concentration prepares students to work with diverse populations facing mental health or substance abuse challenges. In addition to core psychology courses, students take Wellness for the Helping Professional (PY260), Marriage and Family (PY326), and Counseling Theories (PY425). A fourth elective allows students to tailor their studies to their interests, choosing from Drugs, Addiction and Crime (PY240), Child Psychology (PY335), Adolescent Psychology (PY336), or Seminar in Dementia (PY449).

This concentration equips graduates for entry-level careers in behavioral health and social work, while also providing strong preparation for graduate programs in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or related fields.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Wellness for the Helping Professional Marriage and Family Counseling Theories Drugs, Addiction, and Crime Child Psychology

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

DALE DICKSON, PH.D. Associate Professor of Psychology

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Law Enforcement Officers • Forensic Science support staff within medical examiner offices or labs • Law School • Corrections • Juvenile system

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ACCOUNTING Why Accounting at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

ACCOUNTING

Our accounting programs feature some of the best real-world preparation you can find for a career in accounting. Your professors bring their experience as certified public accountants or financial industry professionals to the classroom. They’ll integrate accounting theory with professional practice, and give you insight into the field you can’t learn from textbooks alone. And we’re an industry leader in internships— just one more way accounting at Thomas College will give you an edge on success.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Finance Federal Personal Income Taxation Cost Accounting Financial Statement Analysis Auditing Theory & Practice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

ROBERT BROWN, CPA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Auditing

• Tax Preparation

• Public Accounting

• Financial Planning

• Managerial Accounting

• Budget Analysis and Reporting

• Government or Nonprofit Accounting

• New Business Development and Sales

• Fraud Investigation

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MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING Why Managerial Accounting at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING

Drive performance and build quality financial practices within organizations.

There is a reason why so many businesses in Maine and around the region have Thomas College alumni serving as their Chief Financial Officers. Thomas accounting alumni are in demand because they know how to get things done.

Here, you’ll learn auditing, advanced accounting, finance, and accounting information systems from professors with experience in the field.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Finance Federal Personal Income Taxation Cost Accounting Financial Statement Analysis Auditing Theory & Practice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

ROBERT BROWN, CPA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Auditing

• Tax Preparation

• Public Accounting

• Financial Planning

• Managerial Accounting

• Budget Analysis and Reporting

• Government or Nonprofit Accounting

• New Business Development and Sales

• Fraud Investigation

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PUBLIC ACCOUNTING Why Public Accounting at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

PUBLIC ACCOUNTING

Internships and professors with real-world experience guarantee that you’ll get the job. Graduates of the Public Accounting degree program have been hired by top firms across the region—and many of them run their own businesses. Thomas College’s interns are in demand, and we guarantee that you’ll graduate ready to excel at your first job. Our faculty are experts in their fields, with extensive experience as working accountants in business and industry.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Principles of Marketing Statistical Inference and Decision Making Cost Accounting Business Finance Federal Personal Income Taxation

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

ROBERT BROWN, CPA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Auditing

• Tax Preparation

• Public Accounting

• Financial Planning

• Managerial Accounting

• Budget Analysis and Reporting

• Government or Nonprofit Accounting

• New Business Development and Sales

• Fraud Investigation

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ACCOUNTING (FORENSIC ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Science

ACCOUNTING

(FORENSIC ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION)

Why Accounting (Forensic Accounting Concentration) at Thomas College?

Investigate fraud, understand the latest technology, and prevent crime. The Thomas College forensic accounting concentration enhances your accounting major with specialized skills that can help fight crime in business, industry, and government. You’ll graduate with the experience to be part accountant, part information technology specialist, part auditor, and part investigator.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Finance Federal Personal Income Taxation Cost Accounting Financial Statement Analysis Auditing Theory & Practice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

ROBERT BROWN, CPA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Auditing

• Tax Preparation

• Public Accounting

• Financial Planning

• Managerial Accounting

• Budget Analysis and Reporting

• Government or Nonprofit Accounting

• New Business Development and Sales

• Fraud Investigation

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ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Bachelor of Science

ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Why Accounting & Financial Analysis at Thomas College?

Learn financial management of businesses by solving real-life problems. If you’re a strong analytical thinker who isn’t afraid to take on a challenge, the accounting and financial analysis degree at Thomas might be right for you.

Your professors will be professionals with real-world experience, and you’ll have the opportunity to take on classroom projects and internships that put Thomas graduates a step ahead when it’s time to find a job.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • • •

Statistical Inference and Decision Making Business Finance Psychology and the Law Cost Accounting Developmental Psychology Experimental Design and Analysis Financial Statement Analysis

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting ROBERT BROWN, CPA, CFE Assistant Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Auditing

• Tax Preparation

• Public Accounting

• Financial Planning

• Managerial Accounting

• Budget Analysis and Reporting

• Government or Nonprofit Accounting

• New Business Development and Sales

• Fraud Investigation

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APPLIED MATHEMATICS Why Applied Mathematics at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

APPLIED MATHEMATICS

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Advanced skills in applied mathematics are crucial for today’s careers. The Applied Mathematics degree will set students up for career success. Some of the careers that require mathematics are computer science, actuarial sciences, finance and economics, engineering, risk management, and data analytics.

Students within the Applied Mathematics major will gain valuable knowledge and tools in order to be successful within several industries. Our faculty are equipped with multiple advanced degrees in engineering, mathematics, physics and data analytics, making them knowledgeable and experienced instructors for this program.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of math occupations is projected to grow 26% within the next 10 years, resulting in more than 47,700 new jobs.Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Calculus 1, 2 & 3 Probability and Statistics Numerical Methods Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations Intro. to Computer Programming

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ANNE-MARIE THIBODEAU, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Mathematics

ANDRES MORALES, PH.D.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

Associate Professor of Mathematics

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Computer Science

• Architecture

• Actuarial Sciences

• Data Analytics

• Finance and Economics

• Cryptography • Mathematics

• Investments and Risk Management • Engineering

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APPLIED MATHEMATICS

(ACTUARIAL SCIENCES CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Science

APPLIED MATHEMATICS

(ACTUARIAL SCIENCES CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Applied Mathematics (Actuarial Sciences concentration) at Thomas College?

Advanced skills in applied mathematics are crucial for today’s careers.

The Applied Mathematics degree will set students up for career success.

The Actuarial Sciences concentration will prepare students specifically for mastering skills within the areas of risk management, probability and statistics, and finance, using applied mathematics. Students within the Applied Mathematics major will gain valuable knowledge and tools in order to be successful within several industries. Our faculty are equipped with advanced degrees, knowledge, and experience to effectively teach this program.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of math occupations is projected to grow 26% within the next 10 years, resulting in more than 47,700 new jobs.Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • •

Quantitative Decision Theory Micro and Macro Economics Financial and Managerial Accounting

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ANNE-MARIE THIBODEAU, PH.D.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

ANDRES MORALES, PH.D.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

Associate Professor of Mathematics

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Computer Science

• Architecture

• Actuarial Sciences

• Data Analytics

• Finance and Economics

• Cryptography • Mathematics

• Investments and Risk Management • Engineering

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APPLIED MATHEMATICS

(COMPUTER SCIENCE CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Science

APPLIED MATHEMATICS

(COMPUTER SCIENCE CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Applied Mathematics (Computer Science concentration) at Thomas College?

Advanced skills in applied mathematics are crucial for today’s careers. The Applied Mathematics degree will set students up for career success. The Computer Science concentration will prepare students specifically for mastering skills within the computer science field using applied mathematics. Students within the Applied Mathematics major will gain valuable knowledge and tools in order to be successful within several industries. Our faculty are equipped with advanced degrees, knowledge, and experience to effectively teach this program.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of math occupations is projected to grow 26% within the next 10 years, resulting in more than 47,700 new jobs.Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Programming with C# of Java Programming with C++ Data Structures Numerical Methods Software Engineering Quantitative Decision Theory

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ANNE-MARIE THIBODEAU, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Mathematics

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Computer Science

• Architecture

ANDRES MORALES, PH.D.

• Actuarial Sciences

• Data Analytics

Associate Professor of Mathematics

• Finance and Economics

• Cryptography • Mathematics

• Investments and Risk Management • Engineering

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BIOLOGY Why Biology at Thomas College?

BIOLOGY

Students gain hands-on experience in our new science labs, building the knowledge and technical skills needed for careers in laboratory and field sciences. The program emphasizes understanding life from single cells to complex organisms, the interconnectedness of living systems, lab and field techniques, data analysis, and evaluating scientific literature.

AT A GLANCE

Pre-professional biology: This track prepares students for graduate study and professional schools in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and physical therapy, while also supporting readiness for exams such as the MCAT.

Bachelor of Science

121 credit hours Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Principles of Cellular and Molecular Biology & Lab Principles of Organismal Biology & Lab Ecology & Lab Human Genetics & Lab Advanced Cell Biology & Lab General Chemistry I & II with Lab

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ALLISON MOLONEY, PH.D. Associate Professor of Biology

MICHAEL SCHRIMPF, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Biology

JULIA SALONI, PH.D.

Associate Professor of Chemistry

JOSHUA HAVELIN, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Chemistry

LEARN IN ONE OF OUR NEW SCIENCE CLASSROOMS:

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Medical laboratory research technician • Industry or pharmaceutical laboratory technician • Field ecologist

• Public health • Science communication • Continuing education in medicine, nursing, veterinary medicine

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Why Business Administration at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Business Administration is designed to give you a foundation in the operation and management of a business. By combining liberal arts and business, you can gain experience and expertise to set yourself up for success in a leadership role in any organization. Recruiters know Thomas College graduates for their analytical skills, teamwork abilities, and their reputation for making decisions based on data.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club, and one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Leadership Managerial Accounting Interpersonal Relations Business Ethics Innovation, Change and Agile Organizations

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D. Professor of Business Administration

DARLENE RATTE, M.B.A.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Executive Management • Departmental Leadership • School Administration

Assistant Professor of Business Administration

• Nonprofit Leadership and Management

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BUSINESS ANALYTICS

Why Business Analytics at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

BUSINESS ANALYTICS

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Business Analytics is a dynamic degree that challenges students to use creativity and innovation to collect, decipher and interpret what “big data” means to an organization. The degree consists of the full business core courses along with specified analytic concentration courses that capitalize on mining captured data to develop and communicating strategies to ensure organizational success.

Students who are inquisitive and detail orientated will do well in this academic program. Business Analytics is one of the most desired degree today. A graduate of this degree can begin a career in any industry and will be in a position to immediately take a leadership role.

KEY COURSES • • • •

Business Analytics – Intro and Applied Managerial Risk Analysis and Decision Making Econometrics Business Application Development

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D. Professor of Business Administration

ANNE-MARIE THIBODEAU, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Financial Analysis

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Operations • Consulting

H. Allen Ryan School of Business

• Leadership roles within organizations

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BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS

Bachelor of Science

BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS

AT A GLANCE

Why a Bachelor’s in Business and Liberal Arts at Thomas College?

Thomas College is the only school in Maine that offers this degree.

The Bachelor of Science in Business and Liberal Arts degree offering combines practicality and critical thinking in the schools of business and arts and sciences.

This program has an emphasis on ethics, global citizenship, DEI, and sound managerial decision-making that will allow students to engage in the modern business climate.

121 credit hours 3 year option Broad spectrum curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Ethics Statistical Inference and Decision Making Humanities or Philosophy Elective Psychology or Sociology Elective Diversity / Social Justice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

KELLY MECHLING, PH.D. Professor of English

DOUGLAS LEPLEY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Business Strategy

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Hospitality • Arts & Entertainment • Non-profit Management

Professor of English

• Attend graduate or law school

ROBERT BRUCE KELSEY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Communications

• Entrepreneurship

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COMMUNICATIONS

(PUBLIC RELATIONS/MARKETING)

Bachelor of Science

COMMUNICATIONS

(PUBLIC RELATIONS/ MARKETING)

Why Communications (Public Relations/Marketing) at Thomas College?

For over 130 years, Thomas College has been a noted leader in business.

Our extensive alumni network includes many leaders in fields such as communications, marketing, public relations, advertising, and sales. Our communications degree engages students in lifelong learning that addresses socially and globally pressing communication challenges through creative, critical, and practical curriculum and instruction.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Social Media Web Design Advertising and Promotion Marketing Research Event Planning and Management Strategic Media Planning

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ROBERT BRUCE KELSEY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Communications

RICK SAUCIER, D.B.A. Professor of Marketing

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Public Relations • Corporate or Nonprofit Communications

• Website Content Strategy and Development

• Journalism • Advertising

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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Bachelor of Science

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Why Computer Information Systems at Thomas College?

With a Computer Information Systems degree (CIS), you’ll be equipped with the theory and application of information systems and the ability to use those skills to improve businesses and organizations. You’ll foster an entrepreneurial approach to finding, delivering, and managing technology solutions in a wide range of industries.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Java Programming Systems Analysis Project Management Databases Security Essentials Hardware/Software Concepts

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD FRANK APPUNN, PH.D. Professor of Cybersecurity and Project Management

JONATHAN GRADY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

KSHANTI GREENE, PH.D.

• Information Systems Analyst

• Operations Research Analysis

• Information Systems Management

• Database Administration

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COMPUTER SCIENCE

Why Computer Science at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

COMPUTER SCIENCE

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Technology has completely changed the way the world communicates and does business. The demand in Maine and around the country is greater than ever for computer science and technical specialists who can quickly analyze and manipulate information, design and implement computer systems, or create software programs.

At Thomas College, you’ll not only master technical methods, but also learn the complete process of managing a project to meet customer demands in the real world. By creating a database or a website, setting up a network, writing programs, or even solving security problems, you will gain practical career experience.

Learning outcomes also include skills that meet the standards set by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and ACM (Association for Computing Machinery).

KEY COURSES • • • •

Intelligent Systems Java Programming Computer Design and Architecture Databases

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD FRANK APPUNN, PH.D. Professor of Cybersecurity and Project Management

JONATHAN GRADY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science

KSHANTI GREENE, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

• Software Applications Developer • Computer Systems Analyst • Cloud Computing Developer

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

AT A GLANCE

Why Criminal Justice at Thomas College?

Our Criminal Justice program stands out from others by focusing on practical training so you can apply your degree to real-world situations. Your professors will be professionals who have worked in the field. And you’ll learn how to apply your new skills on a daily basis with any career opportunity you pursue.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • • •

Policing in America The Court System The Corrections System Multicultural Issues in Criminal Justice Criminal Law Critical Issues in Criminal Justice Rights and Roles of Citizens

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D. ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D.

• Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

• Law Enforcement

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CORRECTIONS)

Bachelor of Science in

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(CORRECTIONS)

Why Criminal Justice (Corrections) at Thomas College?

The corrections concentration will prepare students to work within the criminal justice system and will gain a depth of knowledge and practical skills in topics such as restorative justice, community corrections, and the psychology of criminal behavior.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Corrections The Court System Restorative Justice Victimology Community Corrections

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Law Enforcement

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D.

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D.

• Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE (FORENSICS)

Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(FORENSICS)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Criminal Justice (Forensics) at Thomas College?

Do you love hands-on learning? The forensics concentration in the Criminal Justice program teaches students the skills necessary to preserve at the crime scene, evaluate evidence in the laboratory and testify as an expert witness. Get an inside look into what happens from a crime scene to the lab and to the court – with mock simulations of crime scene processing, evidence evaluations and learning how to write search warrants.

Students will learn up-to-do date and current best practices and will be able to articulate the strengths and weaknesses of different evidence types.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Crime Scene Processing and Evidence Evaluation Criminal Investigation Procedures The Laws of Evidence Science of Fingerprints Forensic Science: Death Investigation Forensic Science Evaluation Investigation

•

Human Genetics

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Law Enforcement • Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D. Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE (HOMELAND SECURITY)

Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(HOMELAND SECURITY)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Why Criminal Justice (Homeland Security) at Thomas College?

The homeland security concentration teaches our students that homeland security is an integral part of our national defense system, our intelligence system, our emergency response system, our border security system, our private security system, and our criminal justice system.

Students will learn that homeland security is a decades-long movement that impacts American daily life and leads to changes in our political, ethical, and social discourse. It has been and continues to be a fast-growing professional employment sector in our national and international economy. Because of its continual impact on America’s political and social way of life, “homeland security” is worthy of study as an academic discipline for students. Additionally, students will benefit from the concentration because it will expose them to numerous professional opportunities within the growing criminal justice – homeland security field.

Victimology Terrorism Homeland Security Criminal Justice Administration and Organization Foundations of Cyber Security

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D. ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D.

• Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

• Law Enforcement

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE (LAW ENFORCEMENT)

Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(LAW ENFORCEMENT)

AT A GLANCE

Why Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement) at Thomas College?

The law enforcement concentration will prepare students for a career at the municipal, county, state and federal level. Thomas College has an agreement of mutual understanding with the Maine Criminal Justice Academy (Maine Department of Public Safety), so students are able to attend the eighteen-week Basic Law Enforcement Course at the Criminal Justice Academy.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Policing in America Criminology Criminal Law Criminal Investigation Procedures Multicultural Issues in Criminal Justice

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D. ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D.

• Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

• Law Enforcement

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(CONSERVATION LAW ENFORCEMENT)

Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(CONSERVATION LAW ENFORCEMENT)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Criminal Justice (Conservation Law Enforcement) at Thomas College?

The Conservation Law Enforcement concentration at Thomas College provides students with a strong foundation in the conservation and environmental issues that criminal justice personnel must address in Maine, the New England region, and across the nation. This concentration will prepare students for careers such as a Maine Game Warden or a Marine Patrol Officer. Additionally, a student seeking a traditional law enforcement career in Maine (a city or town police officer) will gain knowledge of the environments that are relevant in criminal investigations, such as rural search areas, suspicious drownings and timber theft.

KEY COURSES •

Policing in America

•

Criminology

•

Marine and Wildlife Law Enforcement

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Fish and Wildlife Science

•

Environmental Crime Investigation

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD STEVEN DYER, PH.D. Instructor of Criminal Justice

TRACEY L. HORTON, PH.D. Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

LAURIE OCHS, PH.D. ALICIA MCCARTHY, PH.D.

• Homeland Security

• Corrections Center Administration

• Corrections • Social Work • Risk Compliance Management

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

• Law Enforcement

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CYBERSECURITY CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Science

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

(CYBERSECURITY CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Criminal Justice (Cybersecurity Concentration) at Thomas College?

The Thomas College Criminal Justice degree program with a Cybersecurity Concentration is tailored to criminal justice students seeking and needing a robust understanding of the cyber world and its impact to the criminal justice, homeland security, corporate security, media, financial, manufacturing, and infrastructure industries. As part of Thomas College’s focus on practical training, you’ll receive preparation to discover, investigate, and counter attacks and damages that occur in the cyber world.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 35% growth in employment for security analysts over the next 10 years, meaning the cybersecurity industry continues to be in need of graduates with a functional and comprehensive understanding of the cyber world and its issues. By pursuing this degree, you’ll be ready to enter an in-demand field in a meaningful role as you protect people and property, enforce cyber-related laws and regulations, contribute to criminal investigations, and prevent security breaches.

KEY COURSES •

Computer Forensics

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Data Communications

•

Security Essentials

•

Managerial Risk Analysis and Decision Making

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD FRANK APPUNN, PH.D. Professor of Cybersecurity and Project Management

JOHNATHAN GRADY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science

MARK MARSOLAIS, PH.D. Professor of Criminal Justice and Security

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

STEVEN DYER, M.A.

• Law Enforcement • Homeland Security • Defense • Corporate and Commercial Security

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CYBERSECURITY Why Cybersecurity at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

CYBERSECURITY

AT A GLANCE

As we become increasingly more networked and reliant on technologies like mobile payments, cloud computing, and stored information systems, questions of security and ethical data management matter more than ever. As a Cybersecurity major, you will be leading the charge to protect computers, networks, programs, and data from hackers and other criminals.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Java Programming Foundations of Cybersecurity Defenses Computer Forensics Ethical Hacking Security Policy Cyber Warfare

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD FRANK APPUNN, PH.D. Professor of Cybersecurity and Project Management JONATHAN GRADY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science KSHANTI GREENE, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Security Analyst

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Risk Management Consulting • Operations Security • Cyber Forensics • Security Systems Engineering

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DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Science

DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Digital Marketing Management at Thomas College?

The need for digital marketers has increased over the last five years. Our Digital Marketing Management degree combines marketing, communication and digital technology studies to produce a uniquely qualified graduate who can seek career success in a fast-changing field. The nature of marketing has evolved with the immediate, two-way communications that technology now allows — and employers are seeking people with digital marketing backgrounds to create and manage web, mobile, and social media sites.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation provides Thomas College students with opportunities to engage in innovation challenges, attend workshops and seminars, join organizations such as Phi Beta Lambda, the Society for Advancement of Management, and the Entrepreneurial Club, and receive personalized counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Web Design Introduction to Communications Media Design Technologies Social Media Strategic Media Planning

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD RICK SAUCIER, D.B.A. Professor of Marketing

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

ROBERT BRUCE KELSEY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Communications

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

• Web Management • Social Media Management • Communications/ Public Relations • Digital Content Creation

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DIGITAL MEDIA Why Digital Media at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

DIGITAL MEDIA

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

As the world grows increasingly connected, the demand for professionals who can create and manage digital content across platforms is stronger than ever.

Thomas College’s Digital Media program combines Communications and Computer Science, equipping graduates with skills in writing, design, web development, video production, and project management. Students leave prepared for careers in a wide range of industries or for advanced study in related fields.

The program offers two tracks—Web Development and Multimedia Design—giving you the flexibility to focus on your interests. Whether your passion is graphic and multimedia design, user experience, or building web applications, your courses and hands-on projects will provide the knowledge and experience you need to succeed.

KEY COURSES • • • •

Graphic Design Web Design Media Design Technologies Business Application Development

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JONATHAN GRADY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Computer Science

ROBERT BRUCE KELSEY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Communications

JOHN HUFSTADER, M.ED. Associate Professor of Digital Media

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Multimedia Design • Web Application Development • Digital Graphics & Animation • User Experience Design

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ SMALL BUSINESS Why Entrepreneurship/Small Business at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ SMALL BUSINESS AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Do you dream of owning, starting, or managing your own business?

Entrepreneurs are resourceful, determined, organized, and don’t shy away from a challenge. Pair the Entrepreneurship and Small Business program with resources and guidance from our Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation at Thomas College to make your entrepreneurial dream come true.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Advertising and Promotion Sales and Sales Management Internet Marketing/Marketing Analytics Leadership Venture Capital

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

• New Business Development

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• E-Commerce • Consulting

Professor of Business Administration

• Franchise or Family Business Management • Real Estate or Commercial Development

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION Bachelor of Science ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Entrepreneurship/Creativity and Innovation at Thomas College?

Do you dream of owning, starting, or managing your own business? EntrepreneurshipCreativity and Innovation degree centers on creating an idea that leads to a business opportunity. If you’re looking to start your own business, we will provide you with the tools, knowledge, and the experiences that will lead to success in your business ventures; you just bring the dream. This degree is project-based from semester to semester to give you tangible experience and deliverable at the end of your academic journey.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Entrepreneurship Creativity and Innovation Marketing Management Entrepreneurial Finance Business Negotiation Business Decision Making Using Analytics

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

Professor of Business Administration

• New Business Development • E-Commerce • Consulting • Franchise or Family Business Management • Real Estate or Commercial Development

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ INTRAPRENEURSHIP AND CORPORATE LEADERSHIP Bachelor of Science ENTREPRENEURSHIP/ INTRAPRENEURSHIP AND CORPORATE LEADERSHIP AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Entrepreneurship/Intrapreneurship and Corporate Leadership at Thomas College?

Intrapreneurship and Corporate Leadership degree is all about creating an idea with a company. Intrapreneurs are strategic thinkers in a business who want to make change within. Does this sound like you? This degree will provide you with the tools, knowledge, and the experiences that will lead to success in your business ventures; you just bring the dream. This degree is project-based from semester to semester to give you tangible experience and deliverable at the end of your academic journey.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Entrepreneurship Creativity and Innovation Marketing Management Entrepreneurial Finance Business Negotiation Business Decision Making Using Analytics

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Executive Management

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Departmental Leadership • Strategic Leadership

Professor of Business Administration

• Non-profit Leadership and Management

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

ESPORTS AND GAMING ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Science

Why Esports and Gaming Administration at Thomas College?

ESPORTS AND GAMING ADMINISTRATION

From players to programmers, the gaming industry is booming and needs business-minded leaders. Gaming Administration professionals need a lot of expertise: not just tech and business, but a solid understanding of games and gaming culture as well. With this unique program, you’ll stand out against other applicants in the field. Plus, Gaming Administration is one of the fastest growing fields within sport management.

AT A GLANCE

This academic program allows students to take specialty courses, including classes from a consortium of colleges, that then would develop a stronger career path in esports and gaming administration.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • •

Introduction to Esports Management Esports Convention, Event & Tradeshow Planning Distribution of Games: The Role of the Publisher Introduction to Games

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D. Professor of Business Administration

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Marketing professional for Esports league or team • Sales professional for Esports league or team • Operations for Esports league or team • Game production for video game company

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FINANCE Why Finance at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

FINANCE

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Our Finance program will develop your analytical and managerial skills while preparing you for a career in fiscal management. Thomas College has been preparing students for careers in finance, business, and economics for over 100 years. As a graduate of the Finance program, you’ll join an extensive network of Thomas alumni working in the industry and ready to help support your goals.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Finance Personal Financing Planning Investment Management Financial Statement Analysis Money, Banking, and Financial Markets

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Professor of Business Administration

JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Associate Professor of Accounting

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Banking

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Insurance • Financial Services • Economic Development • Brokerage Services

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FINANCE

(FINANCIAL ANALYST CONCENTRATION) Why Finance (Financial Analyst concentration) at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

FINANCE

(FINANCIAL ANALYST CONCENTRATION)

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

The Finance degree with a Financial Analyst concentration at Thomas College prepares students for careers in corporate finance, investments, and banking. With applied learning, internships, and preparation for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam, students gain the skills needed to succeed in the competitive financial sector.

Backed by over 100 years of excellence in business education, Thomas connects graduates to a strong alumni network and professional opportunities. Students also benefit from the Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation, which offers workshops, innovation challenges, mentorship, and professional development clubs.

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Financial Analysis Business Finance Personal Financing Planning Investment Management Financial Statement Analysis Money, Banking, and Financial Markets

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

Professor of Business Administration

JAMIE CAMPBELL, CPA, CGMA, CFE Associate Professor of Accounting

• Banking

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Insurance • Financial Services

ALYSSA DASSA

• Economic Development

Assistant Professor of Business Analytics

• Brokerage Services

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HEALTH SCIENCES Why Health Sciences at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

Are you interested in being a part of the healthcare industry but not looking to work a clinical job?

AT A GLANCE

The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary degree program that is designed for students who love science and are interested in health care but are not interested in direct patient care. This degree will give you the skills and knowledge to be job-ready for roles such as medical registrar or health education specialist. You’ll be prepared to make an impact in the healthcare industry in a way that works best for you. This degree will also prepare you to complete the Community Health Education Specialist Certification.

HEALTH SCIENCES

123 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development Prepare you to complete the Community Health Education Specialist Certification

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Human Anatomy & Physiology Introduction to Nutrition Microbiology General Physiology Public Health and Disease Prevention

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ALLISON MOLONEY, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Science

TRACEY HORTON, PH.D.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Health Information Technologist

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

Professor of Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

• Medical Registrar • Medical and Health Services Manager • Health Education Specialist • Community Health Worker • Occupational Health and Safety Technician

JOSHUA HAVELIN, PH.D. Assistant Professor of Chemistry

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Science

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Why Human Resource Management at Thomas College?

Gain expertise in managing people and resources with Thomas College’s Human Resource Management program. This degree equips students with the skills to lead teams effectively, foster positive workplace cultures, and make ethical, strategic decisions in a fast-paced HR environment. Students also gain practical experience through internships, real-world projects, and access to professional development resources, preparing them for careers in talent management, employee relations, recruitment, and organizational leadership.

KEY COURSES •

Management Principles

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Human Resource Management

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Law of the Work Place

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Employee Recruitment and Section

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Compensation and Benefit Administration

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair DARLENE RATTE, M.B.A. Assistant Professor of Business Administration

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Human Resources • Recruiting

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

FRANK APPUNN, PH.D. Professor of Cybersecurity and Project Management

• Training & Development • Executive Management

• School Administration • Nonprofit Organization Management • Banking

• Departmental Leadership

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Why International Business at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

The world is increasingly more complex, connected, and competitive every day. Businesses of all kinds are required to consider the global implications of their work, and to develop plans for growing in their industries, including broadening their sales bases and centers of operation to countries all over the world. The Thomas College program in International Business will prepare you for leadership on this global scale.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Comparative Political Systems Managing in the Global Environment Current World Problems Money, Banking, and Financial Markets Global Marketing Management

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

JAMES LIBBY, PH.D.

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

Professor of Business Administration

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• International Sales and Marketing

• Logistics

• Informational Technology and Software Development

• International Banking and Finance

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• Nonprofit Management

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MANAGEMENT Why Management at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

MANAGEMENT

AT A GLANCE

Management is one of the most versatile and in-demand career fields available in business. As an industry leader in graduates hired by top businesses, Thomas College is a destination for recruiters from an impressive range of industries that know they can count on Thomas College graduates to succeed The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Management Principles Business Communications Human Resource Management Leadership Ethics

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

ROBERTA TIBBETTS, M.ED. Associate Professor of Management

DARLENE RATTE, M.B.A. Assistant Professor of Business Administration

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Executive Management • Departmental Leadership • School Administration • Banking • Non-profit Organization Management

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MARKETING MANAGEMENT Why Marketing Management at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

MARKETING MANAGEMENT

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

Marketing is a diverse, rapidly-changing field that offers opportunities and rewards for people who love both focusing on details and taking on creative challenges. In marketing management, you’ll look at the marketplace from various angles and perspectives, and develop creative strategies that get results. This well-rounded program features significant project-based learning, including opportunities for internships and projects drawn from the real world of marketing. You’ll graduate with the skills valued most by employers and graduate programs.

The Harold Alfond® Institute for Business Innovation offers Thomas College students innovation challenges; workshops and seminars, memberships in Phi Beta Lambda, Society for Advancement of Management, and Entrepreneurial Club; one-on-one student counseling and mentorship.

KEY COURSES • • • • •

Business Communications Services Marketing Consumer Behavior Advertising and Promotion Business and Management Policy

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD ROBERT BRUCE KELSEY, PH.D.

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

Assistant Professor of Communications

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

RICK SAUCIER, D.B.A. Professor of Marketing

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Advertising and Promotion • Market Research • Retailing • Account Management • Brand Management • Non-profit Organization Management

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SPORT MANAGEMENT Why Sport Management at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

SPORT MANAGEMENT

AT A GLANCE

Sport management is the third-largest industry in the nation. Our sport management degree prepares you to thrive in all aspects of this broad field. From managing facilities an equipment and mastering computerized tracking and information systems to marketing individual sport teams, the Sport Management degree at Thomas teaches you management strategies and techniques required by the rapidly growing business of sport within a variety of athletic arenas. The program helps you prepare for positions such as sport marketer, recreational business manager, facility manager, or sport information director.

121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Sport Information and Public Relations Sport Facility Management Sport Marketing Management Athletic Administration Sport Finance Leadership and Ethics in Sport Management

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: • Athletic Program Leadership

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Event Management • Team Management • Sports Journalism

GREG KING, ED.D.

• Advertising, Promotion and Sponsorship Management

Professor of Sport Management

• Social Marketing and Media

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SPORT MANAGEMENT

(SPORT MARKETING CONCENTRATION)

Bachelor of Science

SPORT MANAGEMENT

(SPORT MARKETING CONCENTRATION)

Why Sport Management (Sport Marketing Concentration) at Thomas College?

As a sports fan, you probably know a thing or two about loyalty. Our Sport Marketing degree is all about understanding why people are loyal to teams, events, and athletes—and how that affinity can be used in ethical, innovative ways to move the business of sport management forward. The Thomas College Sport Management degree offers a concentrated course of study in marketing, preparing you for a career in the third-largest industry in the nation.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

KEY COURSES • • • • • •

Sport Information and Public Relations Sport Facility Management Sport Marketing Management Athletic Administration Sport Finance Leadership and Ethics in Sport Management

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

We have over 130 years of experience preparing students for success in the business world.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

FULL LIST OF BUSINESS MAJORS:

• Advertising • Event Management

GREG KING, ED.D.

• Promotion and Sponorship Management

Professor of Sport Management

• Philanthropy • Social Marketing and Media

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UNDECIDED “What’s your major?” We’ll help you decide.

UNDECIDED AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option Career-focused curriculum Internships Leadership development

It seems like everyone asks this question as soon as college comes up—and let’s be honest, it can feel like a lot of pressure during an already stressful time. While having a clear plan for your future is great, many students change their major after their first year, and being undecided is perfectly okay. At Thomas College, choosing “undecided” is a choice you can feel confident about.

We provide the support and environment to explore your interests while staying on track to graduate on time.

At Thomas College, we take you from “I don’t know what to choose” to “Look what I’ve accomplished.” Your curiosity, our guidance, amazing career opportunities.

COURSES YOU’LL TAKE TO HELP YOU DECIDE • • •

Business Track Education Track Interdisciplinary Studies Track

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD JOHN MAJEWSKI, PH.D. Professor of Political Science and Chair of the School of Arts and Sciences DONALD CRAGEN, D.S.M. Professor of Sport Management and H. Allen Ryan School of Business Chair

FULL LIST OF ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS:

YES, You! Entering Thomas College undecided still means

STEVE KAHL, PH.D. Professor of Science

YOU CAN FINISH IN 3 YEARS OR COMPLETE OUR 3+1

(Undergrad to Graduate) program

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75% Of American college students start college undecided or change their major at least once

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (B-5 AND PK-3)

Bachelor of Science

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Why Early Childhood Education at Thomas College?

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AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option (2 certifications) Over 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Dual-certification program Partnership with EduCare Maine

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Field-based preparation that highlights national Early Head Start, Montessori, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf approaches.

Our partnership with Educare of Central Maine, provides majors with many opportunities for on-site observations, internships and student teaching.

Primary and early elementary students will experience courses that engage in authentic, relevant learning supported by early childhood practices that are developmentally appropriate, research informed and classroom ready.

Course work is focused on blending early science, numeracy, literacy, and the creative arts.

Opportunities to participate professional networking conferences hosted by Maine Association Education for the Young Child.

KEY COURSES • •

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Science for the Young Child Explorations in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Trauma-informed Education and Social-Emotional Learning

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D. Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Lunder School of Education RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education HEATHER BATCHELOR Associate Professor of Education

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

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• Public P-K Teacher

• Preschool

• K-3 Primary Teacher

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ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (K-6)

Why Elementary Education at Thomas College?

Bachelor of Science

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ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

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AT A GLANCE

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Learning built on the idea that caring, culturally competent, motivating and challenging environment is at the heart of successful schools.

Opportunities to explore the art and science of creative teaching through the resources of the Center for Innovation in Education.

Experience authentic, hands on courses that are engaging, inclusive and innovative that will lead to unique field experiences and student teaching placements.

121 credit hours 3 year option Over 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Partnerships with professional organizations, including EducateMaine 99% job placement rate

KEY COURSES •

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Explorations in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Trauma-informed Education and Social Emotional Learning Foundations in Literacy

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D. Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Lunder School of Education RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education HEATHER BATCHELOR Associate Professor of Education

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN: FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

• Elementary Education Teacher

• Alternative Education

• Educational Technician III

• Tutoring

• Homeschooling

• Peace Corps • Department of Defense School Teacher • Nonprofit

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MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in

Why Middle School Education at Thomas College?

AT A GLANCE

The Middle School Education Program at Thomas College is the only one of its kind in Maine and enables aspiring teachers to receive dual certification for grade levels 5-8 by pursuing one of three tracks: English and Social Studies, English and Science, or Math and Science. Coursework underscores the importance of co-teaching, inquiry-driven instruction, and interdisciplinary education, and the program is fully customizable. You will spend over 900 hours in the classroom, up to 200 of which are paid, and you can expand your certification to span grades 5-12 by taking our Secondary Methods class. With the three-year option, this program empowers you to follow an accelerated, practical pathway to a rewarding career— with the flexibility to pursue employment across the country through teaching credential reciprocity.

MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION 121 credit hours 3 year option Dual-certification program, with option to

earn certification for grades 5-12 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Unique opportunity to customize history coursework you take 99% job placement rate Only middle school program in Maine

KEY COURSES •

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Explorations in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Trauma-Informed Education and SocialEmotional Learning Middle Level Organization and Theory Middle Level Methods

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D.

• Middle School Teacher

Associate Professor of Education and

• Peace Corps

Chair of the Lunder School of Education

RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

• Department of Defense School Teacher • Non-profit • Alternative Education • Homeschooling

HEATHER BATCHELOR

• Tutoring

Associate Professor of Education

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SECONDARY EDUCATION (ENGLISH, 6-12)

Bachelor of Science

Why Secondary Education (English) at Thomas College?

(ENGLISH)

The academic specialization of English within the secondary education degree program is designed to prepare students to teach youth in grades 6-12 and to have specific subject knowledge within their specialization of English to give them a leading-edge when going out into the field after graduation.

SECONDARY EDUCATION

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Unique opportunity to customize English coursework you take 99% job placement rate

KEY COURSES •

Trauma-Informed Education and Social-Emotional Learning

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Teaching Students with Exceptional Needs in the Regular Classroom

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Secondary Methods of Teaching

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D. Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Lunder School of Education

DOUGLAS LEPLEY, PH.D. Professor of English

KELLY MECHLING, PH.D

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

• Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

• Non-profit

• High School English Teacher

• Homeschooling

• Writing & Professional Editing Services

Professor of English

• Peace Corps

RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D.

• Department of Defense School Teacher

Professor of Education

HEATHER BATCHELOR Associate Professor of Education

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• Alternative Education • Tutoring

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SECONDARY EDUCATION (LIFE SCIENCE, 6-12)

Bachelor of Science

SECONDARY EDUCATION

(LIFE SCIENCE)

Why Secondary Education (Life Science) at Thomas College?

The academic specialization of Life Science within the secondary education degree program is designed to prepare students to teach youth in grades 6-12 and to have specific subject knowledge within their specialization of Life Science to give them a leading-edge when going out into the field after graduation. This program is new and state certification is pending.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Unique opportunity to customize science coursework you take 99% job placement rate

KEY COURSES • • •

Trauma-Informed Education in SocialEmotional Learning Teaching Students with Exceptional Needs in the Regular Classroom Secondary Methods of Teaching

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D.

• Middle School Science Teacher

Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Lunder School of Education

RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education

HEATHER BATCHELOR

• High School Science Teacher

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

• Peace Corps • Department of Defense School Teacher • Non-profit • Alternative Education

Associate Professor of Education

• Homeschooling • Tutoring

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SECONDARY EDUCATION (MATH, 6-12)

Bachelor of Science

SECONDARY EDUCATION

(MATH)

Why Secondary Education (Math) at Thomas College?

The academic specialization of Math within the secondary education degree program is designed to prepare students to teach youth in grades 6-12 and to have specific subject knowledge within their specialization of Math to give them a leading-edge when going out into the field after graduation.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Unique opportunity to customize math coursework you take 99% job placement rate

KEY COURSES • •

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Trauma-Informed Education in Social-Emotional Learning Teaching Students with Exceptional Needs in the Regular Classroom Secondary Methods of Teaching

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D.

• Middle School Math Teacher

Associate Professor of Education and

• High School Math Teacher

Chair of the Lunder School of Education

RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

HEATHER BATCHELOR

• Math Tutor • Peace Corps • Department of Defense School Teacher • Non-profit • Alternative Education

Associate Professor of Education

• Homeschooling

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SECONDARY EDUCATION (SOCIAL STUDIES, 6-12)

Bachelor of Science in

SECONDARY EDUCATION

(SOCIAL STUDIES)

Why Secondary Education (Social Studies) at Thomas College?

The academic specialization of Social Studies within the secondary education degree program is designed to prepare students to teach youth in grades 6-12 and to have specific subject knowledge within their specialization of Social Studies to give them a leading-edge when going out into the field after graduation.

AT A GLANCE 121 credit hours 3 year option 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation Unique opportunity to customize history coursework you take 99% job placement rate

KEY COURSES • • •

Trauma-Informed Education and Social-Emotional Learning Teaching Students with Exceptional Needs in the Regular Classroom Secondary Methods of Teaching

PROFESSORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN:

KATIE RYBAKOVA, PH.D.

• Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the Lunder School of Education

RICHARD BIFFLE, PH.D. Professor of Education

HEATHER BATCHELOR

• High School Social Studies Teacher

FULL LIST OF EDUCATION MAJORS:

• Writing Tutor • Peace Corps • Department of Defense School Teacher • Non-profit

Associate Professor of Education

• Alternative Education • Homeschooling

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