Waldorf College Viewbook 2013-2014

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“I really enjoy my classes! The professors here are all about their students being successful.”

Jennifer N., Mason City, IA

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“I honestly consider Waldorf College my second home.

The friendships that I have formed here, the positive relationships that I have built with members of the community, and the opportunities that I have been given in the classroom have made Forest City my home away from home.”

Cody C., Florence, SC

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Find YOUR new home at Waldorf College! We’re a small school with students from all over the United States and multiple countries. One thing ties them together: they’re Waldorf Warriors!

Learn about our degree programs, athletics, fine arts, student life, and everything in between. If you still have questions, don’t hesitate to talk to an admissions counselor. They’re here to make your application process go as smoothly as possible.

Fast Facts “When I first stepped on campus I had an ‘at home’ feel.

I really enjoyed how everyone was so welcoming and I could tell I would not be a number; I was going to be a person.

Kelsey M., Alden, MN

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• Founded in 1903 • Located in Forest City, Iowa – jus

t 30 miles from Mason City, and 120 miles from Des Moines or Minneapolis • Student-to-faculty ratio of 15:1 • Colors: Purple and Gold • Mascot: Warrior • 20 intercollegiate sports • One of only three schools in the nat ion to offer a Shakespeare minor • Second oldest a capella choir in • 100% of incoming full-time residethe nation ntial students receive a scholarship

Bachelor Degrees

Waldorf College offers YOU the traditional, on-campus college experience with our many popular majors! We’re proudly accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, meaning you’ll receive a quality education from Waldorf.

Learning is the top priority for students at Waldorf College. Our emphasis on small class sizes allow professors to connect with YOU on a personal level, ensuring you’re learning and being equipped to succeed for the future!

“Waldorf is small, but small is a good thing! You get to know people and have opportunities you’d never get at a larger university. The small class sizes allow for more intensive work in your major, and you’ll meet people here that will care about you as a person, that you can trust, and that you can have fun with – that’s family.”

Marisa D., Naperville, IL

• Associate in Arts (A.A.) • Biology (B.A./B.S.) • Anatomy/Physiology • Cell Molecular • Conservation Biology • Pre-Medical • Business (B.A.) • Finance/Banking • Management • Management Information Systems • Marketing • Communications (B.A.) • Digital Media • Graphic Design • Journalism • Public Relations • Web Programming • Creative Writing (B.A.) • Criminal Justice (B.S.) • Criminal Justice Administration (B.S.) • Education (B.S.) • Elementary Education • K-6 Elementary Education Endorsement • K-8 Mathematics Endorsement • K-8 Music Endorsement • K-8 Reading Endorsement • K-8 Science Concentration • K-8 Spanish Concentration • K-8 Special Education Endorsement • K-8 Theatre Concentration • Secondary Education • 5-12 Biology Endorsement • 5-12 English Endorsement • 5-12 Health Endorsement • 5-12 History Endorsement • 5-12 Math Endorsement • 5-12 Reading Endorsement • 5-12 Special Education Endorsement • 5-12 Speech/Theatre Endorsement • Music Education • K-12 Endorsement • Physical Education • K-12 Endorsement • Coaching Endorsement/Authorization • English (B.A.) • Fire Science Administration* (B.S.) • Foundations of Education (B.A.)

• History (B.A.)

• History • Political Science • Pre-Law • Humanities (B.A.) • International Management* (B.A.) • Music (B.A.) • Arts Management • Church Music • Vocal Performance • Instrumental Performance • Keyboard Performance (Piano, Organ, Harpsichord) • Organizational Leadership* (B.S.) • Psychology (B.A.) • Sport Management (B.A.) • Theatre Arts (B.A.) • Design • Musical Theatre • Performance • Playwriting • Scholarship • Wellness (B.A.) • Children’s Wellness • Exploratory • Fitness Management • Pre-Professional • Strength and Conditioning *Blended programs requiring some online courses.

Online Learning Option!

Waldorf also offers many quality online degrees and certificates.

Learn more about our growing online programs by visiting www.waldorf.edu/online.

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Music F ine Arts e c n e i r e p Ex

YOU can participate in the Waldorf music program whether you are a major or non-major! Many students on campus participate in our talented choral and instrumental groups.

All Waldorf music program graduates seeking graduatelevel education have been accepted, and many have received generous assistantships!

Waldorf College is proud to be an All-Steinway School, ensuring we have quality pianos for our students to use as they rehearse and perform.

Ensembles

Vocal • The Waldorf Choir • Sangkor • Schola Cantorum

Theatre YOU take center stage with the Waldorf Theatre Department! As both an academic and production program, you can expect an atmosphere of creativity and collegiality.

Productions of Broadway musicals and musical theatre showcases are presented on a regular basis in conjunction with the music department.

Choose from: • Main Stage Productions • Black Box/Loose Change Productions • 24-Hour Theatre Project • Musical Theatre

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Shakespeare Minor

Instrumental • Waldorf Wind Symphony • Waldorf College Jazz Band • Warrior Pep Band • Warrior Drumline • FusionIowa SoundSport Team

Waldorf is only one of three schools in the nation to offer a Shakespeare minor!

Graduates with a Shakespeare minor are automatically accepted into the Mary Baldwin College Master of Letters/Master of Fine Arts in Shakespeare and Performance.

Men’s

Baseball Basketball Bowling Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Soccer Track and Field Wrestling

Women’s Basketball Bowling Cheerleading Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field Volleyball Wrestling

Find YOUR team at Waldorf College! We offer a variety of athletic teams that allow our student-athletes to compete at the collegiate level while building character.

The Athletic Department at Waldorf College strives to produce champions of high character while providing an environment that encourages athletic, academic and professional excellence. Waldorf achieves this standard of excellence with emphases on the core values of integrity, service, and teamwork.

The Waldorf Strength and Conditioning Program works hand-in-hand with our Athletic Department to provide committed service to all Waldorf studentathletes by helping them reach peak potential while decreasing the risk of injury.

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. l o o h c S R U YO Why is living on campus perfect for YOU? We have numerous housing options and meal plans to fit your diverse needs!

Housing

We want Waldorf College to feel like YOUR new home! Waldorf has several different on-campus housing options for our students.

Residence Halls – These are traditional dorms that provide the most collegiate experience for our students. Waldorf has both standard residence halls and suite-style rooms that have their own private bathroom! Almost all first-year students are required to live in a residence hall.

Theme Houses – Student groups can live together in a theme house and provide monthly activities for the campus based on their theme. Past themes have included breast cancer awareness, “go green,” and living above the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Apartments – Upperclass students have the option of living in an apartment building. This gives students the opportunity to experience independent, off-campus style housing while still enjoying all the benefits of living on campus.

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Campus Dining

College students are busy, so YOU’LL love our flexible dining options! Waldorf has three places to eat on campus and several popular restaurants within walking distance.

Dining Room – Our traditional dining room serves the majority of our students. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this buffet style dining option is used frequently for those who want to sit down with their friends for a delicious all-you-caneat meal.

Warrior Crossing Café – On your way to class?

Warrior Crossing is a great on-the-go way to grab a sandwich, coffee, or bag of chips.

Gatsby’s Grill – Students love the unique atmosphere that comes with eating pizza and subs at Gatsby’s. It’s the late night hot spot that frequently features on-campus entertainment.

“Getting to know people on your floor and in your building is awesome!

I wouldn’t change it for the world.”

Thomas C., Largo, FL

YOUR Life.

Student Groups

ACTS (Active Catholics to Serve) • Alpha Chi • Alpha Psi Omega National Honor Society • Amnesty International • Biology Club • Black Student Union • The Bridge • Business Club • Chapel • Chess Club • Criminal Justice Club • Crusader • Education Club • Global Culture Club • GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) • History Club • Intramurals/Recreation Sports • KZOW • Like Fire • Lobbyist • Mostly Alive Poet Society • Mu Phi Epsilon • Psychology Club • Student Senate • S.W.A.T. (Social Warrior Activities Team) • The Torch • Wal-TV • Wellness Club • Yoga Club

Get Involved

When the studying is done, there are plenty of opportunities on campus for YOU to get involved. Numerous campus groups host events and activities, and we’re always bringing in musicians, comedians, hypnotists, and other exciting entertainers!

In addition to on campus fun, we make frequent trips to the Twin Cities and Des Moines for shopping, professional sporting events, zoo trips, and much more.

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KZOW 91.9 FM is Waldorf’s student-managed radio station that broadcasts 24/7 to listeners in a 35-mile radius and online! Students work in groups including music programming, promotions, studio production, and equipment management groups. A Pro Tools audio editing station is also available for creating audio productions.

Stream KZOW: http://www.kzowfm.com The Lobbyist is a completely online student-run newspaper.

Students interested in joining The Lobbyist have the opportunity to write, report, take photographs, edit, investigate and design the lay out of the publication.

Read The Lobbyist Stories: http://lobbyist.waldorf.edu The Torch is Waldorf College’s student-produced quarterly magazine. Students layout spreads, write articles, take photographs and design graphics.

View The Torch: http://torch.waldorfcommunications.com/ Wal-TV gives students the chance to produce and air live news broadcasts as well as specialty shows on channels 3 and 55. Shows may also be streamed online!

Watch Wal-TV: http://www.waltv.com/

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http://www.forestcityia.co

m “Where Nature’s Close and Friends are Closer!”

Waldorf is located in Forest City, Iowa - a small town with a lot going on! YOU’LL enjoy the quiet focus of small town living with big city entertainment just two hours away.

Forest City is a safe community that is easy to get around and has numerous facilities for indoor and outdoor recreation!

• Bike trails • YMCA • Aquatic center • Three lakes within 20 miles • Three state parks within 20 miles • Many city and county parks • Public & private hunting areas • Disc golf, 21-hole course surrounding the Winnebago River • Area golf (six courses within 30 miles)

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All residential Waldorf College students receive a scholarship!

College can be expensive, but we’re committed to making sure YOU are making the right decision by choosing Waldorf! We offer one of the most affordable educations in the state and have one of the lowest debt-upon-graduation rates in Iowa!

Our high placement rates mean Waldorf alumni are able to get a job in their field or continue their education at graduate school.

Waldorf’s Financial Aid Department is ready to help you make a smart investment in YOU! Contact us at 800.292.1903 or finaid@waldorf.edu if you have any questions.

Scholarships

Waldorf College offers several full-tuition scholarships each year to the top participants in our Scholarship Day competition and winners of our Hero Behind the Hero scholarship.

Incoming freshman scholarships are awarded based on high school GPA and composite ACT score. They range in amounts from $1,000 to $15,000 and can be renewed each year by maintaining your GPA! Transfer scholarships are awarded based on a student’s cumulative GPA from their previous colleges and/or universities at the time of acceptance. They range in amounts from $1,000 to $6,000 and can be renewed each year by maintaining your GPA! For scholarship eligibility requirements and information on applying, visit www.Waldorf.edu/Scholarships.

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Find Waldorf’s cost by visiting our website at www.waldorf.edu/cost.

Unsure of your scholarship and grant amounts for Waldorf College? Contact our Financial Aid Department by phone at 800.292.1903.

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Keep current with the latest Waldorf College news, photos, events, and more by following us on Facebook and Twitter! We’re always posting new content, and it’s a great way to stay up-to-date on what’s happening on campus while you’re waiting to become a Waldorf Warrior!

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• Detailed academic program information • Videos showcasing Warrior life • Interactive campus map • Latest Waldorf College news • Financial aid calculator • History of Waldorf College • When to schedule your campus visit • Free online application

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Call 800.292.1903 or email admissions@waldorf.edu!

Visit Waldorf

When to Visit

The best way to know if Waldorf is right for YOU is to personally experience it. Check out www.waldorf.ed u for monthly open house dates or plan a trip of your own.

As our guest, you’ll be treated to:

• Campus tour • Complimentary lunch for you and your guests • Opportunity to experience a class that interests you • Admittance to an athletic event of your choice • Opportunity to attend rehearsal, practice or meeting for group of interest to you

There are three easy ways for YOU to visit Waldorf College’s campus in Forest City, Iowa.

Open House – Waldorf College hosts open houses throughout the year for prospective students and their famil ies to see campus with their peers. Visit www.waldorf.edu/Ope nHouse to see a list of upcoming Open House dates! a

• 20% discount on your Waldorf Bookstore purchase College should be an engaging learning experience and the best years of your life. At Waldorf, that’s exactly what we offer for YOU – a small college with big opportunities!

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Scholarship Day – Qualified students are invited to participate in our Scholarship Day competition where they can earn up to a full-tuition scholarship! Find our competition dates online by heading to www.waldorf.edu/ScholarshipDay. Personalized Visit – Can’t make it to one of our sched uled visit dates? We’d love to set up a personalized visit to meet with you and your family on the day of your choice! Sche dule your visit at www.waldorf.edu/visit.

Fine Arts Weekend – You’ll love attending our Fine Arts Weekend! Visitors immerse themselves in what it means to participate in the fine arts at Waldorf College and even have a chance to audition for scholarships! Choose the weekend that works best for you at www.waldorf.edu/FAW.

“Come to campus and meet students in your sport/ensemble/major. They’ll tell you first-hand about the programs and the student experience here. It’s one thing to look at pictures and speak to an admissions counselor, but you cannot get the true feeling of Waldorf without coming and seeing the magic yourself.”

Kelli L., Lake Mills, IA

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