2006-2007 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
Saturday College at Hofstra University
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Saturday College Office: 142 University College Hall
Telephone: (516) 463-5225
Bernard J. Firestone, Dean
Kenneth A. Henwood, Associate Dean and Academic Director
Lawrence T. Paretta, Administrative Assistant
Students should consult the Class Schedule for specific offerings and consult with an adviser before registering for their programs.
Student Body
Saturday College admits mature, non-traditional students who wish to
complete an undergraduate degree within four years without interrupting
their career and life responsibilities. It is designed for serious,
goal-oriented students who know the value of their time and the
importance of an education. Saturday College accepts applications from
candidates with no prior college education; we also accept students who
have already completed some college course work. Saturday College
students enjoy the same high quality education that students receive in
other undergraduate programs at Hofstra, and they work with the same
outstanding faculty.
Admission
Saturday College admits a new class twice each year, in the fall and
again in the spring. Students wishing to begin their studies in the
fall semester (starting in mid-August) need to complete their
application by mid-July. Students wishing to begin in the spring
semester (starting in mid-January) need to complete their application
by mid-December.
Academic Calendar
Students in Saturday College attend classes in convenient Saturday
modules, completing two courses every eight weeks. Each eight-week
session has 10 class meetings. Students attend eight Saturday classes
plus two Sunday classes each session. Typically, classes meet on three
Saturdays and one weekend per month.
Saturday college divides the academic year into five eight-week
sessions. Students complete two courses (6 credits) each eight week
session. In five sessions (one year), students complete 10 courses (30
credits). This pace allows graduation within four years.
Although the 40 weeks of classes each year are demanding, both shorter
and longer breaks are built into the calendar. Breaks for Labor Day and
Thanksgiving, a five-week break in December/January, a spring break, a
two-week break in May and three weeks in late July/August are designed
to refresh and re-charge our students. The careful design of the
calendar allows our students to progress rapidly, to measure their
progress regularly, and to be full-time students at Hofstra while
having full-time career and family responsibilities.
Curriculum
The Saturday College curriculum includes four tiers of courses:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences Curriculum (14 courses, 42 credits)
- Professional Curriculum: Business, Economics and Interpersonal Communication (8 courses, 24 credits)
- Concentrations:
a. Computer Technology or Public Affairs (7 courses, 21 credits)
b. Organization and Leadership Studies (7 courses, 21 credits)
4. Electives (4 courses, 12 credits)
Total: 40 courses, 120 credits, required for graduation.
In this curriculum, two sets of distribution courses, one in liberal
arts and sciences and the other in business and communication, provide
a solid educational grounding. They are complemented by two
concentrations, either computer science or public affairs and
organization and leadership studies, that allow for more focused,
specialized study. Electives allow students to follow interests or to
fill educational needs.
The concentrations in Computer Technology or Public Affairs and
Organization and Leadership Studies allow students to acquire expertise
in significant areas of contemporary professional life, equally
important in the private, public and non-profit sectors. The
combination of business and business-related courses provide students
with the vocabulary and tools vital to every aspect of the 21st century
economy. The solid grounding in the liberal arts assures graduates that
they know how to continue learning, adapt to changing circumstances,
and have an appreciation for the larger rhythms and deeper implications
of our human lives.
Unique Components
The Transitional Seminar: 1 course, 3 credits
To help students meet the challenges of this curriculum, Saturday
College offers a specially designed transitional seminar, Introduction
to Academic Research and Writing. This important seminar is part of the
liberal arts component of the degree. It helps prepare students, even
if they have been out of school for many years, for their studies. The
course covers the practical aspects of academic research and writing
including library, computer and writing skills, as well as the critical
skills involved in making, substantiating and communicating good
arguments.
Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies
Saturday College awards the degree of Bachelor of Science in
Professional Studies, with concentrations in computer technology or
public affairs and organization and leadership studies. The program is
interdisciplinary in both conception and design. Courses within the
program are drawn from Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences,
the Zarb School of Business, the School of Communication and New
College. Students receive a solid grounding in the liberal arts,
complemented by more specialized work to enhance their value and
versatility in the workplace.
The mission of Saturday College is to enrich the lives and enhance the
professional opportunities of its students by providing a high quality,
full-time degree program that is adapted to the needs and schedules of
busy adults. Saturday College serves mature, non-traditional students
who wish to earn an undergraduate degree in four years while continuing
with full-time career and family responsibilities.
We provide a small, caring and supportive college environment dedicated
to the educational success of our students. Enfolding our college are
the libraries, museum, computer laboratories, exercise and athletic
facilities—the whole panoply of cultural, educational and recreational
resources available within a great university—that are at the disposal
of Saturday College students.
Concentration in Computer Technology: 7 courses or 21 credits
The concentration in Computer Technology seeks to give students a
broad-based background in computer applications, as well as depth in
several key areas. Students will learn the fundamentals of computer
systems (hardware and software), programming techniques, productivity
tools, database management, networking, and e-commerce. Emphasis is
placed on learning how to use computer-based tools for research and
work. Each course provides a balance of theory and practical knowledge
of computer systems. A capstone course requires each student to
demonstrate mastery of these subjects by creating a prototype
e-commerce Web site.
Concentration in Public Affairs: 7 courses or 21 s.h.
The concentration in Public Affairs offers an interdisciplinary
examination of a broad range of public policy questions confronting
modern societies. Students begin by learning about the nature of the
policy-making process and how it works, with examples drawn from the
policy-making process for important issues in American life today. Next
they study the values context of public policy and the makers and
implementers of it. Students are then prepared to commence an in-depth
study of a specific policy area. Policy areas that may be offered
include Communication Issues, Economic Issues, Environment and Energy
Issues, Health Issues, International Issues, Legal Issues, Racial
Issues, Science and Technology Issues, Urban Issues or Women’s Issues.
But whichever policy area is offered, in every instance courses are
drawn from a variety of departments and schools within Hofstra. The aim
is to provide a focused, balanced and relevant examination of specific
areas of public policy.
Concentration in Organization and Leadership Studies: 7 courses or 21 s.h.
The concentration in Organization and Leadership Studies is designed to
introduce students to the fundamental theoretical and practical issues
in the realm of organizational analysis. The concentration
provides students with a better understanding of the dynamics of
organizational life in a variety of settings (e.g., industrial, public,
voluntary, and non-profit sectors). This course of interdisciplinary
study emphasizes the variety of factors that shape the nature of
organizations. These include the psychological and motivational aspects
of organizational participants, the role of leadership, the structure
and process of intra- and inter-organizational relations, and the
multicultural dimensions of organizations operating within the modern
global economy. The courses in this concentration are grounded in the
theoretical and research contributions from the social sciences as they
pertain to organizational and work-life issues. The courses lead up to
a capstone experience in which students are expected to integrate their
knowledge and understanding of organizations and leadership in the
context of an original research project.
Eligibility, Advanced Standing, Transfer Credits
Students’ previous course work and life experiences may be converted
into credits through several methods. Students may earn advanced
standing toward a degree through the following avenues:
Transfer credit is granted for appropriate courses
completed at accredited colleges or universities. Students may transfer
up to 60 credits from a two-year school and up to 90 credits from a
four-year school; 30 credits must be completed in residence at Hofstra
to complete a degree.
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a series of
examinations that provide the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge
through life experiences. These examinations are available in various
subject areas in the liberal arts and sciences and must be taken prior
to the junior year.
- Credit by Examination/Credit for Prior Learning
Undergraduates with clearly developed strengths may seek
to earn course credit toward their degrees by taking special
examinations. This option is available to matriculated* students who
are already progressing within Saturday College.
- Credit for Prior Learning
This program is intended primarily for people 25 years of
age and older. It permits students to seek undergraduate credit for
college-level knowledge that has been acquired in nontraditional ways.
This option is available to matriculated* students who are already
progressing within Saturday College.
Financial Aid
Financial aid, both scholarships and federal and state loans, are
available to eligible students in Saturday College. Financial aid
packages are tailored separately for each student. Those interested in
receiving financial aid should complete the necessary application forms
as soon as possible.Corporate tuition reimbursement programs are
another way of financing the cost of returning to school.
Liberal Arts and Sciences Curriculum
See course listings for course descriptions. New College course descriptions are listed below.
IS 91. Transitional Seminar:
Introduction to Academic Research and
Writing (New College) 3 s.h.
The Saturday College Transitional
Seminar seeks to familiarize adult and
non-traditional students with the process
of academic research and writing. The
course covers the practical aspects of
academic research and writing, including
library, computer and writing skills,
as well as the critical skills involved
in making, substantiating and communicating
good arguments.
ENGL 1 and
2:
6 s.h.
Humanities:
6 s.h.
3 s.h. in appreciation and analysis,
literature course
3 s.h. in creative participation
ENGL 52
SPCM 7
Natural Science, Math/Comp Science: 9 s.h.
3 s.h. in natural sciences
NSC 11
3 s.h. in mathematics
MATH 13C
3 s.h. in computer science
CSC 5
Social Sciences:
6 s.h.
3 s.h. in behavioral sciences
SOC 4
3 s.h. in history and philosophy
PHI 14
Cross-Cultural:
3 s.h.
PSC 144
Additional Requirements 9 s.h.
PSY 1
SOC 80, 81
Total:
42 s.h.
Professional Curriculum
ACCT
15S
3 s.h.
ECO
101
3 s.h.
ENGL
30
3 s.h.
IB
15S
3 s.h.
LEGL
15S
3 s.h.
MKT
15S
3 s.h.
MGT
15S
3 s.h.
SPCM 4
3 s.h.
Total: 24 s.h.
Concentrations
Students take two concentrations, each consisting of 21 credits:
Computer Technology
The concentration in computer technology is made up of the following courses:
CSC 50
3 s.h.
CSC 52 3 s.h.
CSC 54 3 s.h.
CSC 56 3 s.h.
CSC 58 3 s.h.
CSC 60 3 s.h.
CSC 62 3 s.h.
Total: 21 s.h.
Public Affairs
To review the structure and potential courses in the concentration in
Public Affairs, please see the Minor in Public Affairs. Students who
choose the concentration in Public Affairs complete:
- PSC 105, Contemporary Issues in American Politics, 3 s.h.
- The Values Context of Public Policy, 3 s.h. The
specific course to be offered in the concentration is selected by the
University.
- The Makers and Implementers of Public Policy, 3 s.h.
The specific course to be offered in the concentration is selected by
the University.
- One of ten policy areas. Both the policy area and the specific courses
within it are selected by the University. Students complete four
courses (12 s.h.) within the selected policy area.
Organization and Leadership Studies
The concentration in organization and leadership studies is made up of the following courses:
PSY 34 3 s.h.
SOC 106 3 s.h.
SOC 107 3 s.h.
ANTH 112 3 s.h.
PSY 180 3 s.h.
PSY 181 3 s.h.
PSY 183 3 s.h.
Total 21 s.h.
Electives
A variety of courses in such areas as history and literature will be available as needed.
Four 3 s.h. courses
Total: 12 s.h.
Degree Total: 120 s.h.
Saturday College Four - Year Course Schedule
Year 1
Session 1 - AM - Transitional Seminar
Session 1 - PM - ENGL 1
Session 2 - AM - MATH 13C
Session 2 - PM - ENGL 2
Session 3 - AM - PSY 1
Session 3 - PM - CSC 5
Session 4 - AM - SPCM 7
Session 4 - PM - ECO 101
Session 5 - AM - SOC 4
Session 5 - PM - NSC 11 + (30 min. lab.)
Year 2
Session 1 - AM - MGT 101
Session 1 - PM - PHI 14
Session 2 - AM - SOC 80
Session 2 - PM - PSC 144
Session 3 - AM - SOC 81
Session 3 - PM - MKT 101
Session 4 - AM - SPCM 4
Session 4 - PM - ACCT 101
Session 5 - AM - CSC 50 (CT) or PA
Session 5 - PM - PSY 34 (OLS)
Year 3
Session 1 - AM - ENGL 52
Session 1 - PM - IB 150
Session 2 - AM - ENGL 30
Session 2 - PM - LEGL
Session 3 - AM - SOC 107
Session 3 - PM - CSC 52 (CT) or PA
Session 4 - AM - SOC 106
Session 4 - PM - Elective #1
Session 5 - AM - Elective #2
Session 5 - PM - CSC 62 (CT) or PA
Year 4
Session 1 - AM - CSC 56 (CT) or PA
Session 1 - PM - ANTH 112 (OLS)
Session 2 - AM - CSC 58 (CT) or PA
Session 2 - PM - PSY 180 (OLS)
Session 3 - AM - PSY 181 (OLS)
Session 3 - PM - CSC 60 (CT) or PA
Session 4 - AM - PSY 183 (OLS)
Session 4 - PM - Elective #3
Session 5 - AM - Elective #4
Session 5 - PM - CSC 62 (CT) or PA
(CT) = Computer Technology Concentration
(OLS) = Organization and Leadership Studies
(PA) = Public Affairs
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