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university of maine at
presque isle
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Statement of Commitment
As a member of the University, I pledge to
Pursue academic excellence,
Support open inquiry and civil expression,
Listen respectfully to the viewpoints of others,
Participate responsibly in the life of the community,
Conserve and enhance the beauty of the campus, and
Help members of the university realize their potential. ★
g e n e r a l i n f o r m a t i o n
The University
Welcome to the University al programs and a balanced curriculum
that promotes a strong foundation in the
✓ to be widely recognized as a univer-
sity that supports its faculty’s commit-
of Maine at Presque Isle, arts and sciences. Undergraduate study ment to the preparation of undergradu-
where learning is an adventure. includes a variety of majors leading to ate students;
Located in the heart of northern Maine, baccalaureate degrees in teacher educa- ✓ to have a stimulating effect on the cul-
this -acre campus is home to dedicat- tion, career and professional fields, tural and economic development of
ed professors who share the latest health and human services, arts and sci- Aroostook County and the State of Maine;
research and pedagogy in their fields ences, and the natural environment. ✓ to be a catalyst for personal discov-
through hands-on activities, interactive Other opportunities include associate ery through intellectual, cultural, and
discussions, experiential projects, and degrees, articulated transfer arrange- outdoor adventure.
adventurous learning.
ments with campuses of the University To attain these goals, we envision creating
The University also serves students’
social and recreational needs, providing of Maine System and the Maine an environment that encourages our students
lighted tennis courts, an art gallery, Community Colege System, non-degree ✓ to assume new challenges, take
athletic teams, and more than student certificates, and continuing education appropriate risks and act creatively;
clubs and organizations, as well as a for practicing professionals. ✓ to strive to make a difference in their
state-of-the-art health complex with a The University affirms as central to its mis- chosen professions;
pool, indoor track and climbing wall. sion, commitment to the following ideals: ✓ to be better informed citizens who con-
It’s a short walk to Presque Isle’s down- ✓ close student, faculty, and staff structively and compassionately partici-
town area, which features shops, restau- interaction in support of intellectual pate in an increasingly complex world;
rants, and a movie theater. The City of growth and personal development; ✓ to use their university experience to
Presque Isle (population about ,) ✓ diversities of culture, age, and nation- explore the future with curiosity and
hosts a commercial service airport and
ality among both students and staff; confidence;
daily bus services, its own television and
radio stations, world-class skiing and ✓ public service which promotes the ✓and to achieve their maximum
mountain biking trails, and one of well-being of the state’s citizenry; and, potential on their journey North of
Maine’s largest malls. Most major ✓ a global consciousness. Ordinary.
Christian denominations and a syna-
gogue are located in Presque Isle.
Our History Foundation of the
As the hub of Aroostook County – the
The University was founded in as
the Aroostook State Normal School by
University at Presque Isle
largest county east of the Mississippi – Established in , the Foundation of
Presque Isle is within a short driving dis- the Maine State Legislature following the the University at Presque Isle is a nonprof-
tance of some of the most beautiful, work of dedicated citizens who saw the it, tax-exempt corporation with a Board of
unspoiled wilderness an outdoor enthu- growing need for post-secondary educa- Directors representing the region.
siast could ask for. tion in central Aroostook County. The Foundation was created to pro-
Northern Maine shares a border with The University has undergone four name mote educational endeavors in connec-
Canada, providing the opportunity for changes since then: in it was renamed tion with UM-PRESQUE ISLE and to
exciting day and weekend trips to desti- The Aroostook State Teachers College; in
nations such as Fredericton, New receive and administer funds for scientif-
it became The Aroostook State College; three
Brunswick, and Québec City, Québec. ic, educational, and research purposes, all
years later it was renamed The Aroostook
The University serves as an education- for the public welfare. Opportunities
State College of the University of Maine; and
al and cultural center for the area and is exist for memorial gifts, unrestricted gifts,
since it has been known as The
host to many state and regional confer- scholarships, and other forms of giving.
University of Maine at PRESQUE ISLE.
ences. Its facilities are utilized for lec-
tures, programs, concerts, dance per- Our Vision Alumni Association
formances, exhibits, and plays that bene- Upon graduation, students become
The University of Maine at PRESQUE
fit the entire region. members of the University of Maine at
ISLE seeks to facilitate the continuing Presque Isle Alumni Association and are
Mission Statement discovery of self and ongoing develop- encouraged to return for Homecoming
The University of Maine at PRESQUE ment of the whole person through a Weekend, which is planned annually for
ISLE, a publicly supported, baccalaureate challenging curriculum, experience- late September. The Blue & Gold, a pub-
institution located in northern Maine, pro- based co-curricular activities, and adven- lication for alumni and friends, is pub-
vides broad educational opportunities for a turous learning opportunities. To achieve lished annually. Special fund raising proj-
diverse student body, with particular refer- these ends, the institution aspires to meet ects are also undertaken by the
ence to the people of its region and state. specific goals for its students, faculty, and Association to assist the University. ★
The University emphasizes profession- staff. Central among these are
Admissions
Statement of institution must request the for-
warding of their official tran-
Application of Credits the secondary school level is
recommended for regular
Principle scripts from each institution from Prior Enrollment admission:
The University of Maine at attended for all work undertaken. Upon re-admittance, courses High School Preparation
Presque Isle invites applications ✓ Letters of recommendation that are more than seven years (college track) Units
for admission from academical- and a brief essay are required old will not automatically be English . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ly qualified students of all ages from traditional age students applied to the major. A course- Mathematics . . . . . . . . .
and backgrounds. The academ- just graduating from high by-course analysis will be Science with lab . . . . . .
ic credentials and life experi- school. Recommendations and made by the appropriate Social Studies . . . . . . . . .
ence of each applicant are con- an essay may be required from department to determine Electives . . . . . . . . . . . .
sidered on an individual basis. all other students. whether the course content is Foreign Language . . . . .
The University prefers that all still appropriate and meets
applicants have a college
Required Deposits progam reaquirements.
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upon acceptance, all students Interviews
preparatory background and
show other indications of abili-
are required to pay a $ tuition The Admission Students whose previous
ty to succeed in college.
deposit. Residence Hall students
must submit a $ deposit with
Decision work does not qualify them for
regular admission may be
✓ Applicants are evaluated for
Campus Visits their signed room and board con- admission on the following asked to come to campus for
The Admissions Office strongly tract.The tuition deposit is credit- an interview. This interview
criteria: (a) strength of high
★ encourages applicants to visit the ed to the student’s first semester consists of meeting with a rep-
school academic curriculum
campus. During the visit the stu- bill. The $ deposit for room resentative from the
and grades achieved; (b) rank
dent will have an opportunity to and board is held for lost keys and Admissions Office, Student
in class; and (c) academic and
speak with an admissions staff room damage. At the end of the Support Services, and a faculty
personal recommendations.
member, tour the campus, meet academic year, the deposit less member in the student’s area
✓ UMPI operates on a rolling
with currently enrolled students, charges (damages and unreturned of interest. The interview will
admission policy. Applicants
talk with a faculty member, talk keys) will be refunded. A deposit give the student an opportuni-
are notified of the admission
with a financial aid staff member, equal to one month’s rent will be ty to discuss his or her overall
decision a short time after it
and sit in on a class. Visits can be required for family housing. This academic record and why he or
has been made.
arranged by calling the Admissions deposit will be due at the time she is ready for the college
✓Admission to the University
Office at .-. housing is assigned. experience. The faculty and
is contingent upon the satisfac-
Application Readmission tory completion of all second- staff members involved in the
interview will ask questions
Procedures for all Degree students who have
withdrawn from the University
ary school and post-secondary
school courses in progress pertaining to the student’s
Students of Maine at Presque Isle and when the acceptance is given. record for the purpose of mak-
✓ Each applicant for admission who have not attended any ✓ The University reserves the ing a decision on admissibility.
is required to submit a com- right to rescind the acceptance If admitted, certain require-
post-secondary school since
pleted University of Maine of any applicant. ments may be added to the
withdrawing may return to
System Application Form ✓ Freshmen, transfer and read- student’s program or certain
degree study by applying
accompanied by a $ non- mitted students are accepted by restrictions placed upon it.
through the Admissions
refundable application fee (U.S.
funds). Forms can be obtained
Office, using a special readmis- the University for either the fall Transfer Policy
sion application form. There is or spring semester. From within the
from the Office of Admissions
or from most high school guid-
a $ application fee for read-
mission. Students seeking read-
Regular Admission University of Maine System
An internal transfer student
ance offices. Applicants can also mission to the University must Standards for Two- is defined as a transfer student
apply electronically on-line at
www.umpi.maine.edu and can
be in good academic standing Year and Four-Year whose most recent collegiate
at the time of application. work has been within the
pay by credit card on-line when Students who have taken a
Programs University of Maine System.
applying. Each applicant must Candidates must be gradu-
course or courses from anoth- Prospective internal transfer
arrange for the forwarding of ates of approved secondary
er post-secondary school fol- students must submit an appli-
secondary school transcripts to schools or hold a High School
lowing withdrawal must apply cation, $ application fee, and
the Admissions Office. Equivalency Diploma or
for regular admission through official transcripts from all pre-
✓ Applicants with a record of GED certificate.
the Admissions Office. viously attended colleges and
attendance at a post-secondary The following program at
Admissions
continued
universities, including those
within the University of Maine
Transfer students receive an
official transcript analysis from
International Mary’s University in Halifax,
Nova Scotia, have established
System. A high school tran- the Registrar after the receipt Students an agreement whereby Nova
script or official GED score of final official transcripts. Students who are citizens of Scotia students may earn a
report is also required. Students will receive informa- other countries are welcomed at degree at UMPI to qualify for
Internal transfer students tion so that arrangements can UMPI and are encouraged to Teacher Certification in
who are in good standing at be made for the review and apply for admission. In order to Maine and Nova Scotia.
another school within the planning of their programs comply with University admis- This opportunity is for Nova
University of Maine System with their academic advisor. sion policies and regulations of the Scotia students who enrolled
will be accepted at UM- Immigration & Naturalization in St. Mary’s University after
Presque Isle. Admission Service of the United States, stu- August , .
In general, the following Standards for dents from other countries need The UMPI-SMU agreement
guidelines are used. Students to ) furnish the Admissions provides several benefits: inter-
whose transcripts indicate they
Selected Programs Office with a completed national experience; opportuni-
The Medical Laboratory Application for Admission and
are not in good standing (i.e., ty to be certified as a teacher in
Technology, Social Work, and official school records showing the
on probation, suspension, or both Maine and Nova Scotia; a
Athletic Training Programs completion of twelve years of
dismissal) will not be admitted reduced tuition rate for stu-
are governed by enrollment schooling; ) take the TOEFL
to a degree program at UMPI, dents who are Canadian (SMU
limitations and not all appli- exam in their home country. A
but may attend as a non- international students are enti-
cants can be accepted. minimum score of computer-
degree student. Non-degree tled to the Canadian rate); con-
Applicants are selected on an based/ paper-based, and
students may be accepted for ditional early admission for all
individual basis, and specific internet-based is required in order
admission after taking nine qualified applicants; waiver of
requirements must be met to to be considered for admission.
credits at UMPI and achieving application fees at UMPI; and
be considered for admission. Students may be admitted with a
a . grade point average. completion of student teaching
A high school diploma or its TOELF lower than if accept-
From outside the in many locations.
equivalent is required of all able proficiency in English can be
University of Maine System Students must complete
applicants. demonstrated. Students who
UMPI encourages the admis- an undergraduate degree.
Students should be in the come from English-speaking
sion of qualified transfer stu- Students may apply to enter
upper third of their high countries or who have taken
dents from regionally accredited the Bachelor of Science pro-
school class. The following col- examinations equivalent to the
two- and four-year colleges. gram at UMPI at any time
lege preparatory curriculum is TOEFL can have this requirement
Applicants must have a mini- after the completion of their
the minimum requirement: waived.
mum of a . grade point aver- third semester at SMU.
High School
age (on a . scale). Transfer At UMPI, students will com-
credit is generally awarded for
Preparation Units Canadian/American plete two semesters of
courses in which a grade of C–
English . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Biology includes lab
Border Exchange Education courses (a summer
or above has been earned.
Transfer applicants must
component . . . . . . . . . . . Program session is available for stu-
dents wanting to earn addi-
Chemistry and Lab . . . . The University of Maine at
submit official transcripts from tional credits in Education).
Mathematics Presque Isle, recognizing the
all colleges attended, along Students then complete one
college prep . . . . . . . . . . . cultural and academic benefits
with an official transcript from semester of student teaching,
Social Studies brought to its campus by
the high school from which which may be done in Maine
minimum . . . . . . . . . . . . Canadian students, offers a
they graduated. An official or Canadian provinces.
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . tuition policy that encourages
evaluation of transfer credits For more information about
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . study by Canadians. Tuition is
will be given to students after the UMPI-SMU Agreement,
Persons interested in applying calculated at the University’s
they have been accepted. contact the Chair, College of
for these programs who do not in-state tuition rate plus
Applicants will not be consid- Education, ...
meet the above listed entrance percent, American funds.
ered for admission to UMPI for
the semester immediately follow-
requirements are invited to con-
Articulation New England
ing their dismissal from another
tact the Admissions Office.
Assistance will be provided in Agreement Regional Student
institution. Such students can,
identifying methods to obtain with St. Mary’s U, Halifax, N.S.
Program
however, enroll as non-degree The University of Maine at
the necessary courses required The University of Maine at
students for one semester. Presque Isle participates in a
for application. PRESQUE ISLE and Saint
Evaluation of Transfer Credit regional cooperative program
Admissions
ontinued
administered by the New for a maximum of six credit lated status may be granted in to an enrolled student who
England Board of Higher hours per semester on a “space exceptional cases. scores three (qualified), four
Education. This program,
known as the New England
available” basis. The courses
should be applicable for high
Testing (well qualified), or five (extreme-
ly well qualified) on the
All students admitted or re-
Regional Student Program, school credit. All applicants
admitted to UM-Presque Isle
Advanced Placement Exam of
enables qualified residents of the for the Pre-College Experience
with no prior college course
the CEEB.
New England States to study at
the University of Maine at
program must have the writ-
ten approval of the Director of
work, or no transferable college College Level Exam
Presque Isle at reduced tuition Admissions prior to enrolling
level credits in reading, writing,
science, and/or mathematics
Program (CLEP)
for certain degree programs that in the courses. The program The University accepts certain
will be required to placement
are not available within their does not apply to Summer general and subject area CLEP
test in any or all of those subject
own state’s institutions. Session courses, non-credit tests and is also an approved test
areas. Any students scoring a
Information about this pro- courses, Continuing center for the CLEP examinations.
verbal or math ( or
gram can be obtained through Education Unit (CEU) cours- Credit for the CLEP General and
higher) on the SAT will be
the University of Maine at es, or University of Maine Subject Examinations is based on
exempt from the placement test.
Presque Isle’s Admissions System for Education and review and approval procedures
The placement tests are admin-
Office, the high school guid- Technology Services (UNET) implemented through the
istered prior to registration for
ance counselor, or the New courses. Academic College Chair.
★ courses and are used by advisors Information on the adminis-
England Board of Higher
Education, Temple Place,
Non-Degree to place students at the appro- tration of CLEP and on UM-
Boston MA , ... Admission priate level of course work.
When scores indicate the
Presque Isle policies for the CLEP
The University is commit- examinations can be obtained by
Early Admission ted also to serving the educa- need, students will be required writing to the Office of
Program tional interests and aspirations to successfully complete cours-
es in the Program of Basic
Counseling located in South
The intent of this program is of academically qualified indi- Hall or calling ...
Studies prior to enrolling in
primarily to provide an accept-
able early route within the
viduals interested in taking
courses for personal enrich-
subsequent college level course Veterans Information
work. Students may re-test The University welcomes the
University structure for juniors ment, job advancement, and
once in any or all subject areas. applications of veterans of the
who have exhibited superior expanded awareness.
Students receiving a grade in armed forces. In considering
achievement in high school and Non-matriculated study is
any developmental course, applicants, it is the policy of
who desire to begin the first year arranged through the Advising
including a grade of W, will the University to recognize the
of college instead of returning to Center in Preble Hall.
not be allowed to re-test in advantages of the training and
the secondary school for their Enrollment in credit-bear-
that subject. Re-tests are free maturing aspects of the mili-
senior year. Recommendations ing courses requires a high
of charge and study materials tary. UM-Presque Isle is an
from the superintendent, princi- school diploma, High School
are available upon request. authorized institution for use
pal, guidance counselor, and par- Equivalency Diploma, or
Tests can be waived with of the Veterans Educational
ent or guardian are required to GED, and evidence of such
appropriate SAT scores. Any Assistance Program benefits.
attest to the student’s readiness for may be required. Placement
student scoring a in critical For more information con-
college. Assurance is also required testing will be required of stu-
reading will be exempt from tact the Veteran’s Administra-
that a high school diploma will be dents with no prior college
reading and writing; a in tion or the V.A. Certifying
awarded at the successful comple- experience, or no math or sci-
math exempts the student from Officer located in the Office
tion of the freshman year (or a ence in their previous college
the math test; a in both crit- of Students Records, Preble
similar arrangement decided on study. Testing can be arranged
ical reading and math exempts Hall, ... ★
prior to admittance to college). through the Advising Center
students from all four tests,
Pre-College at .. The University
may also require additional including science.
Experience Program evidence that the non-matric- Advanced
High school juniors and sen-
iors from Aroostook County
ulated student is qualified to
study at the level and
Placement
schools, with written recom- above. Permission to study Examination
mendations from their guid- full-time ( or more hours in It is the policy of UM-Presque
ance counselor, principal, and a semester) in a non-matricu- Isle to grant credit for the intro-
parent or guardian, may enroll ductory course in a subject field
Estimated Expenses
Expenses and Fees for matriculating (degree program) students taking credit hours per semester
Semester Annual One-time
Tuition
Maine resident $./credit hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$,. . . . . . . .$,.
Non resident $./credit hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .,. . . . . . . . .,.
New England Exchange (NEBHE) and
Canadian Resident (American Funds)
$
./credit hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .,. . . . . . . . .,.
(Tuition deposit, $. applied to tuition,
refundable to May 1)
Financial Aid
The University of Maine at Presque
Isle provides various forms of financial
dance at the school. It also varies,
depending upon the number of credits
Federal Direct Stafford
assistance to students showing a financial for which the student is enrolled. Loan Program
need. The Office of Financial Aid is Whenever enrollment status changes, so Federal Stafford Loans are available
often able to combine several available does the amount of the Pell Grant. through the William D. Ford Federal
Direct Loan Program (Direct Loan).
programs into a single package. Pro-
spective students who are interested in
Federal Supplemental Stafford loans are either subsidized (the
Financial Aid should apply for aid at the Educational Opportunity federal government pays the interest on
time they apply to the University for Grant (FSEOG) the loan until repayment begins and dur-
ing authorized periods of deferment) or
admission. This is a federally funded program
unsubsidized (students are charged inter-
Aid Eligibility intended for undergraduate students of
est from the time the loan is disbursed
Any United States citizen or permanent exceptional financial need. FSEOG grants
are available in amounts ranging from until it is paid in full). Subsidized loans
resident enrolled or planning to enroll in
$
to $, per year, depending upon are awarded on the basis of financial need;
an academic program at the University of
funding levels. unsubsidized loans are not based on
Maine at Presque Isle is eligible to apply
financial need.
for financial assistance. To be considered
for aid, one must be accepted into a
Federal Perkins Loan The interest rate on subsidized Stafford
Eligibility is based on exceptional need. Loans disbursed between July , and
degree program and meet all of the eligi- Undergraduates are limited to borrowing June , is percent, and between
★ bility requirements established by the fed- $
, for each year of undergraduate July , and June , is . per-
eral government. study with a maximum of $, for cent. Unsubsidized Stafford Loans have a
Application Procedures four years. Graduate students may borrow fixed interest rate, of . percent.
The Free Application For Federal up to $, including undergraduate Students pay a minimal service fee,
Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed loans. These loans have a simple interest deducted proportionately from each dis-
and submitted to the Federal Student Aid rate of percent annually. Interest does bursement of the loan. Students may bor-
Programs in accordance with instructions not begin to accrue until nine months row up to $, during the first year of a
on the form. This form is available online after student’s last attendance. A student's program of study; $, after comple-
at www.fasfa.ed.gov. monthly repayment amount will depend tion of the first year; and $, upon
Students should submit their appli- upon the size of the debt and the length of completion of two years of study. If the
cations at the earliest possible date. Fi- the repayment period. Cancellation of the student requires additional funding,
nancial aid awards are made on a rolling loan amount plus interest is granted more money may be available through
basis in the order that application files under certain conditions. the unsubsidized Stafford Loan program.
become complete in the Financial Aid Federal Work-Study The student should consult with the
Office, with priority given to students Financial Aid Office in this situation.
who complete their file by April . Program Repayment begins six months after
With the assistance of federal funds, the
Satisfactory Academic University is able to provide many
student’s last attendance on at least a
half-time basis.
Progress employment opportunities on campus or,
Federal Direct PLUS Loans
Federal and State regulations require in some instances, in off-campus agencies.
that students receiving financial aid On-campus work-study academic year Federal PLUS Loans enable parents
maintain satisfactory academic progress awards are determined first. If additional with good credit histories to borrow for
toward completion of a degree. If the funds are available, off-campus and sum- the education expenses of each child who
minimum satisfactory progress is not mer awards can be made. Eligible students is a dependent undergraduate student
met, the student’s aid may be termi- are limited to part-time employment dur- enrolled at least half time. PLUS Loans
nated. Detailed information regarding ing the school term, but may work are available through the Direct Loan
this policy is available in the Financial hours per week during the summer or Program. Most of the benefits to parent
Aid Office. other school vacations. Eligibility is based borrowers are identical in the two pro-
on need. grams. The interest rate is fixed at .
Federal Pell Grant percent.
This is a federally funded grant pro- The yearly limit on the PLUS Loan is
gram designed to form the foundation of equal to the student’s cost of attendance
all aid received. The amount of the grant minus any other financial aid received.
is based upon the student’s cost of atten- Parents pay a minimal service fee, deduct-
Financial Aid
continued
ed proportionately each time a loan pay- Northern Maine Community College addition, students are assigned peer
ment is made. There is no grace period for $ Scholarships offered to NMCC mentors who provide them with support
these loans; interest begins to accumulate graduates who are furthering their edu- and assistance during the first year.
at the time the first disbursement is made. cation at UMPI. Presidential Scholarships
Generally, parents must begin repaying Robert C. Byrd Honors Students who rank in the upper per-
both principal and interest days after Scholarship Program cent of their high school graduating
the date of the final loan disbursement. Created by Congress under Title IV, Part classes, have outstanding SAT or ACT
Scholarship Awards A, Subpart , of the Higher Education Act scores, are outstanding school citizens,
and have exemplary records of partici-
Maine State Grant Program of as amended by the Higher
Education Amendments of , this pation in cocurricular activities are con-
The th Maine Legislature enacted
Program promotes student excellence and sidered for these scholarships.
this program of grant assistance for stu-
dents enrolled in Maine post-secondary achievement and recognizes exceptional University of Maine at Presque
institutions. Maine residents interested students who show promise of continued Isle Assistantships
in this opportunity may apply by com- excellence. Renewable scholarships are Freshmen students in the Honors
pleting the Free Application for Federal awarded to eligible graduating Maine high Program who earn a cumulative .
Student Aid (FAFSA). school seniors who are entering their fresh- GPA in or more hours at the end of
Educators for Maine Program man year at an accredited institution. the first year are the only students con-
This Program is a state funded pro- Application materials are available through sidered for an assistantship. The assist-
gram for graduating high school seniors the Finance Authority of Maine, Maine antships, which may be renewed for six
and college students who want to be- Education Assistance Division. consecutive semesters, give students an
come teachers. Also, post-baccalaureate Merit Scholarships and Awards opportunity to learn the craft of a disci-
students who are pursuing graduate In recognition of the unique talents and pline by working closely with a faculty
studies in education, as well as teachers, experiences of its entering students and to member in his or her research and teach-
are eligible to apply for loans under the encourage continued diversity in its stu- ing field.
Educators for Maine Program. dent population, the University of Maine Volunteer Service Awards
Recipients may borrow a maximum of at Presque Isle offers a number of merit- The awards are given to entering stu-
$, per year up to a total of $,. based scholarships, awards, and grants. dents in recognition of significant vol-
Student loans are competitive based on Ambassador Scholarships unteer experience in either their high
academic merit and are renewable pro- The presence of Canadian students enrich- schools or communities. Recipients are
vided the student maintains a . grade es the experiences of all students. Therefore expected to do volunteer work on either
point average and attends school full the University offers Ambas-sador the campus or their local communities.
Scholarships to first-time freshman Canadian
time. Teacher loans also are competitive
and based on the relevance of the request students of demonstrated academic potential University Foundation Awards
and who have a record of involvement in The following are Foundation of the
to the individual’s teaching career.
school or community activities. University at Presque Isle-sponsored
Application materials are available
scholarships for students of academic
through the Finance Authority of Maine, Scholars’ Day Awards
promise.
Maine Education Assistance Division. Entering students who rank in the
upper half of their graduating class, have Ralph W. Allen Memorial
MBNA Scholarship
This scholarship, ranging from $ to a minimum . GPA, have been actively Scholarship
involved in high school or community This scholarship was established by
$, is a need-based scholarship
activities, and are nominated by their the Allen family and is to be awarded to
awarded to a full-time freshman student
high school are invited to come to cam- a full-time student or entering freshman
and may be renewable for up to three
pus in the spring of their senior year and from the Caribou area.
years. Students must apply through their
high school guidance officer by contact- compete for these awards. Alumni Scholarship
ing the MBNA Maine Scholars Program Freshmen Honors Fellowships This $ scholarship is awarded
at MBNA Foundation, Washington St, Each year, ten academically out-stand- annually by the Alumni Association of
Camden ME . ing students are awarded Freshmen the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
Honors Fellowships. Recipients are The applicant must be the son, daugh-
Cross-Country Ski Coach Scholarship
required to participate in the Honors ter, or grandchild of an alumnus. Any
Three $ scholarships are available
Program during the first year, and are full-time, second semester freshman,
to students enrolled in the Cross-
invited to work with a faculty mentor. In sophomore, or junior with a cumulative
Country Ski Coach program.
grade point average of . or better in
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any major may apply for this Alumni promise to meet his or her lifetime goals. essay on the importance of personal
Scholarship. Paul & Sheila Cariani commitment or importance of family
Vincent Amodeo Québec Summer Scholarship and friends. Also the recipient must per-
Studies Award This award will go to a graduate of an form one community service project per
This award is granted to a student Aroostook County high school. Preference academic year.
enrolled in a summer session at a uni- will be given to students whose parents are Nellie T. Dunning Scholarship
versity in the Province of Québec. The teachers in MSAD # or employees of Established by the Alumni Association
student must write a letter of applica- Maine Public Service Company. in to honor Nellie T. Dunning, a for-
tion to the Director of International P. Arnold Christie Memorial mer Finance Officer at the Aroostook State
Studies at UMPI, stating briefly that he Scholarship Teachers College, the scholarship is award-
or she has been accepted as a student in Preference for this scholarship is given ed to a female Elementary Education
a summer session or would like to apply to a stu-dent from Aroostook County major who exhibits promise. Recipient
to such a session, and would like to be with a good academic record and leader- must be from Aroostook County.
considered as a candidate for the award. ship qualities. David G. Flewelling Memorial
John Anderson Scholarship Patricia Collins Art Scholarship Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established in This scholarship is awarded to an art This scholarship is awarded annually to stu-
and is awarded to a junior or senior major, selected on the basis of merit. dents possessing literary talent and academic
who is majoring in secondary education. Dr. George T. Corey Memorial ability and demonstrating fi-nancial need.
Preference is given to Canadian students. Scholarship The Raynold & Sandra Gauvin
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Alan Arman Memorial Scholarship This scholarship was established to Family Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a honor the late Dr. George T. Corey of It is the intent of this fund to support
deserving campus resident in good aca- Caribou. The award is given to a full- undergraduate students who are regis-
demic standing. time student at UM-Presque Isle from tered for classes at the University of
Aroostook Agricultural Farm Fund the greater Caribou area. The recipient Maine at Presque Isle. Preference will be
Scholarship must demonstrate high academic given to students from Aroostook
This scholarship may be awarded to a achievement and promise. County and non-traditional students.
full-time student who is a resident of Joel W. Dana Memorial Fine Art William Forbes Geology
Aroostook County and plans to work in Program Award Scholarship
a business or organization that serves the Established by family and friends in This scholarship has been established
agricultural community in some capaci- memory of Joel Dana, former UM- by the Aroostook Beverage Company in
ty. Examples include teaching, banking, Presque Isle art professor, the award is honor of Dr. William Forbes, former
insurance sales, social work, criminal jus- given annually to an outstanding art major Professor of Geology at UM-Presque
tice, etcetera. This scholarship is renew- for use in his or her senior exhibition. Isle. The Geology faculty at UMPI will
able for a total of eight semesters provid- Robert S. Doughty Family select the recipient.
ed a GPA of . is maintained. The Caroline Gentile Scholarship
Scholarship
University of Maine at Presque Isle will This scholarship was established by the
This scholarship was established by Robert
select the scholarship recipient(s). Alumni Association in honor of long-time
Doughty in and is awarded annually to
Gordon & Dorothy Baker a Fort Fairfield High School graduate. faculty member, Professor Caroline
Memorial Scholarship Gentile. Student applicants must be in the
Robert S. Doughty Jr. Scholarship
These scholarships are awarded to stu- field of Health, Physical Education, and
This Scholarship is awarded to a needy
dents from Aroostook County, with Recreation or Elementary Education. Only
full-time student, in the following order of
preference given to students from the juniors or seniors with a cumulative grade
preference, who is () from Fort Fairfield,
Presque Isle area. Recipients shall be point average of . or better are eligible.
() from Aroostook County, () married
deserving, both financially and from the General Biology I Award
and working his or her way through
standpoint of potential scholarship and This award is made to a Biology I stu-
school, or () from the State of Maine,
demonstrated integrity. dent.
pursuing a degree in teaching or nursing.
Merrill (Mike) Bull Scholarship Jere Green/UM-Presque Isle
Aleta “Gunna” Drapeau
Applicants shall be full-time, third year Library Staff Scholarship
business majors from Aroostook County,
Memorial Scholarship
This Scholarship is awarded to a fe- This award goes to a student who has
who have maintained at least a . aver- worked more than weeks as a work-study
male from Maine majoring in physical
age during their first two years of study. student in the UM-Presque Isle Library.
education. The recipient must write an
Recipient must demonstrate significant
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William Haskell Scholarship Education who has a demonstrated abil- Math/Science Academic
Founded by the UM-Presque Isle ity in the arts. Preference is given to a Scholarship
Alumni Association, this scholarship is female. This scholarship fund has been estab-
awarded annually to a Recreation major Jan and Evelyn Kok lished by UM-Presque Isle faculty to assist
who shows academic promise and who This scholarship was established in in enhancing the academic repu-tation of
resides in Presque Isle, Aroostook and will be awarded to a student who has the campus by recognizing academic
County or the State of Maine. resided in Maine for at least two years achievement in the math-science area.
Higher Education Matters prior to enrolling at UMPI. The recipient The Smith C. & Charlene W.
Endowment must be a major in the arts or sciences McIntire Scholarship
This scholarship was established by MBNA area. This scholarship was established by
in and is awarded to a freshman. John N. Lagerstrom Memorial Smith C. & Charlene W. McIntire.
Warren H. Horton Scholarship Farm Credit Scholarship Recipients shall be graduates of a Maine
This scholarship is awarded to an This scholarship is awarded to a student secondary school or shall have been
upperclassman in the international from Aroostook County who is enrolled in domiciled in the State of Maine for the
studies or social sciences area. at least the second semester of college. The two () years prior to application for
The Houlton Center Scholarship parents or grandparents of the recipient scholarship. Applicants shall have a
These scholarships are awarded to must be Farm Credit stockholders. The cumulative grade point average of at
Maine residents living in southern parents of the recipient may also be least . and demonstrate need for
Aroostook County and attending the employees/retired employees of Farm scholarship assistance.
Houlton Center as matriculated stu- Credit of Maine Northern Division. The Freda Clark Mitchell Memorial
dents. Recipients must demonstrate scholarship is awarded to a student with Scholarship
financial need. significant promise to meet his/her lifetime Started by the family and friends of the
G. Melvin & Phyllis Hovey goals. late Freda Clark Mitchell, a Financial
Scholarship Florence Flewelling Lamoreau Aid Director at UM-Presque Isle, the
This award will go to a student who Scholarship scholarship is awarded annually to a
demonstrates a high degree of interest in a This $ award goes to a full-time deserving student.
college education and potential for making entering student from Aroostook George & Clara Fenlason Morris
a contribution to college life. Preference is County who shows promise of high aca- Scholarship Fund
given to Aroostook County residents. demic achievement and the potential to These awards are given to graduates of
Humanities Scholarship make a significant contribution to col- Limestone High School who are en-
The Humanities Scholarship is avail-able lege life and society. rolled at the University of Maine at
to any junior or senior majoring in Art, or Maine Potato Growers Presque Isle and based upon scholastic
English. The scholarship was designed to Scholarship standing, character, leadership, and serv-
defray costs associated with research proj- This fund was established by Maine ice to the community.
ects. Students should apply for the scholar- Potato Growers to assist a highly moti- Malcolm Murphy Creative Arts
ship through their advisor. A detailed vated Aroostook County student study- Awarded to an Aroostook County high
description of the research project should ing at UM-Presque Isle. school graduate who is a senior Fine Arts
be included with the application. Maine Potato Growers - Harley Major with 2.5 GPA or higher.
Frank W. Hussey Scholarship D. Welch Scholarship C. A. Nutter Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by the Established by Maine Potato Growers in The C. A. Nutter Scholarship Fund
Hussey family and is awarded to honor of Harley D. Welch, this scholarship was established to benefit a Mars Hill
Aroostook County students. is awarded to an Aroostook County student student attending the Presque Isle cam-
Jenkins/Roberts/Vlasak enrolled as a degree candidate or an enter- pus. Initial funding came from the
Scholarship ing full-time freshman with significant Walter Dearborn family and the Mars
This scholarship is awarded to an edu- promise. Hill Rotary Club.
cation major from the Fort Fairfield area. Maine Public Service Company Ruel Parks Memorial Scholarship
Arthuretta Kierstead/Theora Scholarship Awarded to a sophomore or junior in the
Bartley Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to a full- P.E. or Athletic Training program.
This scholarship is awarded to an time freshman who shows significant Preference will be given to students who
undergraduate junior or sophomore promise, with preference given to students demonstrate past or present involvement
majoring in Elementary or Physical pursuing vocations useful in a career with in the P.E. of children, such as coaching a
Maine Public Service Company. recreational or school sports team, involve-
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ment in sports camps or summer camps, from Aroostook County who is enrolled Wysocki International Business Fund
and who demonstrate financial need. at the University of Maine at Presque This scholarship was established in
The Presque Isle Garden Club Isle. Mr. Stetson served as the first chair- by Professor Wysocki to foster and
Environmental Education man of the University-Presque Isle nurture an international business focus
Scholarship Community Council and was very ac- on the campus. The award may be used
This scholarship is awarded to eligible tive in community affairs until his death. for student travel, internships, books,
students who have completed the equiva- Lionel & Rita Theriault Family research, or scholarships.
lent of at least two semesters of full-time Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an
Other Types of Financial
study. Students majoring in biology or
environmental studies as well as students entering full-time freshman student from Aid Awards
who are education majors whose emphasis Aroostook County who shows promise North American Indian Waiver
is in these fields are eligible. Financial need of benefiting from a college education. and Scholarship Program
will be considered but greater importance First preference shall be given to employ- Waivers covering tuition and fees are
is placed on the scholarship, determina- ees of Lionel Theriault, Inc., or their available for eligible members of the
tion, and integrity of the individual. immediate families. Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Tribes
Presque Isle Rotary Scholarship Larry & Audrey Thibodeau and other persons who have resided in
Awarded to a student from Aroostook Scholarship Maine for at least one year and who
County who exemplifies an ethic of This scholarship was established have at least one parent or grandparent
community service. through a life insurance policy of Mr. on the census of a North American
★
Daniel Schmidt Scholarship Thibodeau. It was the wishes of Mr. & Indian tribe or who hold a band num-
Applicants for the Dr. Daniel Fredric Mrs. Thibodeau that this scholarship be ber of the Micmac or Maliseet Tribes. In
Schmidt Memorial Scholarship shall be awarded to a student who is majoring in addition, room and board charges are
any student majoring or minoring in psy- the medical-related field, such as UMPI’s subsidized for those eligible students
chology with a concentration in the fields MLT and Athletic Training programs. residing in residence facilities. Indian
of behavioral science or sociology. Grants Time Warner Scholarship Scholarship Program funds, when com-
will not be made to an entering freshman This scholarship is awarded to a fresh- bined with other forms of assistance,
student. Applicant must have achieved an man who is a Maine resident. cannot exceed total costs of education.
academic average of . or better during Application forms are available in the
Timothy E. Townsend Memorial
his or her prior academic year. Academic Advising Center, located in
Scholarship
Preble Hall.
Paris Snow Memorial Scholarship It is the intent of this fund to support
This scholarship is awarded to a stu- the learning of Geology in the broadest
Maine Winter Sports Center
dent from Aroostook County who has sense. The grant might support field International Tuition Waiver
interest in environmental studies and/or trips, lab equipment, books, scholar- Full- and half-tuition waivers; recipient
political science. ships and other activities. must be involved in MWSC programs
Ruby Ashby Snowman Memorial and have an appropriate TOEFL score.
Robert C. Wanbaugh Memorial
Scholarship Art Award Trustee Waiver Program
This is an award made to a full-time Tuition waivers are awarded to students
A piece of student art work, preferably
entering or continuing student from the whose presence would enhance the
from the Senior Fine Arts Show, will be
State of Maine who expresses an interest University experience for all students. The
purchased annually from this fund. The
in a career in education beginning as a recipients may be gifted scholars, accom-
winning work will be chosen by mem-
classroom teacher. plished artists, or from groups significant-
bers of the Art Faculty and the President
ly underrepresented on a campus. The
William & Pearl Staples Scholarship of the University and will join the per-
waivers are renewable providing the stu-
This scholarship was established by the manent collection of the University.
dent meets the renewal requirements of
Staples family in and is awarded to Dr. Clifford O.T. & Marguerite
the Program.
an Aroostook County student who is Hill Wieden Scholarship
deserving financially and from the stand- War Orphan & Widow Tuition
Founded by the UM-Presque Isle
point of potential scholarship and Alumni Association to honor UM-
Waivers
demonstrated integrity. Tuition may be waived for persons
Presque Isle’s President Emeritus, the
Alice & Hazen Stetson Scholarship qualifying under subchapter -A
scholarship is awarded annually to a
This fund was established by Mr. and MRSA, Section -J to -M.
deserving student.
Mrs. Stetson for a deserving student
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Tuition Waivers for Children of Emergency Loan Fund David Solman Memorial
Fire Fighters & Law Enforcement Short-term loans are made available, Scholarships
Officers Killed in the Line-of-Duty without interest, to students who expe- These scholarships are awarded annual-
Tuition waivers are available for chil- rience unexpected emergencies. For fur- ly to qualifying Caribou, Maine, students
dren of fire fighters or law enforcement ther information concerning any finan- from a grant contributed by Claudia
officers who have been killed or who have cial aid program or award, contact the Solman in memory of her husband, who
received an injury during the performance Director of Financial Aid. was a well-known Caribou attorney.
of duties, which results in death. University Scholarships Margaret Chase Smith Scholarship
Tuition Waiver for Persons in University scholarships are available as An award of up to $, per year may
Foster Care upon Graduating part of the financial aid package for stu- be made to a student who is a dependent
from High School or Successfully dents demonstrating financial need. of an employee of Fiber Materials, Inc.,
Completing a GED Examination Academic Scholarships and is enrolled full-time at any
Tuition will be waived for eligible The University of Maine at Presque University of Maine campus. More
Maine students who have applied for Isle awards four $, Presidential information can be obtained from Fiber
federal student financial aid. These stu- Scholarships for each academic year. The Materials, Inc., Biddeford, Maine.
dents must be enrolled in an undergrad- scholarships are renewable providing the T.W. Morrison Scholarship
uate or certificate program of at least one student maintains a cumulative grade Established by the Student Senate, this
year and not have been enrolled full-time point average of . or better. scholarship is awarded to a deserving full-
for more than five years or the equiva- The scholarships will be awarded to time student who demonstrates leadership
lent. A person desiring a tuition waiver incoming freshmen based primarily on skills in campus and/or community activ-
should apply to the Finance Authority of high school success in academic schol- ities. Any student with a cumulative grade
Maine for determination or eligibility. arship and SAT or ACT scores. School cit- point average of . or better is eligible.
No more than new waivers will be izenship, extra-curricular school and com- Bath Iron Works Scholarship
awarded in each year. MRSA, Title -A, munity activities will also be considered. This scholarship was established in
Section , as enacted , P.L. Student Senate Scholarships by Bath Iron Works and its em-
c.-A and amended in May . The Student Senate Scholarships were ployees to provide scholarship aid to
Public Benefit Programs created by the Student Senate to needy undergraduate students in good
The University of Maine at Presque Isle is promote high academic achievement. academic standing enrolled at a campus
approved by the Veterans Administration, Senate Scholarships are awarded annual- of the UM System. Preference is given to
the Social Security Ad-ministration, the ly to deserving students. BIW employees and their children. ★
Maine Rehabilitation Commission, and Edna L. Higgins Memorial
other public agencies for educational bene- Scholarships
fits under a variety of programs. This scholarship is awarded annually
San Lorenzo Merriman Memorial from a memorial fund established by the
Loan Fund late Edna L. Higgins, with preference
The purpose of the fund shall be to given to students from the greater
assist qualified and worthy students, who Portland, Maine area.
are residents of Maine, in financing their John K. Steinbaugh Scholarship
education at the University of Maine at This is an annual scholarship devel-
Presque Isle. The loan fund is to be used oped by UM-Presque Isle faculty in
to help worthy students, interested in honor of John K. Steinbaugh, a former
becoming teachers, to overcome finan- faculty member in the Social Science and
cial difficulties which might prevent Business Division.
them from reaching their goal. Rev. George M. Park Memorial
University Work Program Scholarships
A limited number of jobs are available These scholarships are awarded annual-
on campus for students who are not eli- ly from the memorial fund established by
gible for financial assistance. the late Clinton D. Park in honor of his
father, a founder of UM-Presque Isle.
Financial Information
Changing financial conditions, state legisla-
tive action and other considerations may
Re-instatement Fee: A fee of $. is
charged to students who petition to have
Deposits
Upon acceptance, all students are required
necessitate adjustment of charges and expens- courses re-instated after courses have been
to pay a $. tuition deposit. Residence Hall
es. The University reserves the right to make cancelled for non-payment.
students must submit a $. deposit with
such adjustments to the estimated charges Student Activity Fee: A mandatory fee of
$
their room and board contract. The tuition
and expenses as may from time to time be . is charged each semester to all stu-
deposit is credited to the student’s first semes-
necessary in the opinion of the Board of dents. All of the funds generated by the
ter bill. The $. deposit for room and
Trustees up to the date of final registration for Student Activity Fee are administered by the
board is held in escrow for lost keys and dam-
a given academic term. Students acknowl- students. The revenue generated is used to
ages. At the end of the academic year, the
edge this reservation by the submission of an fund educational, cultural, social and recre-
deposit minus damage charges and replace-
application for admission or by registration ational activities. This fee allows students to
ment cost for lost keys is refunded.
for courses. attend University-sponsored activities free, or
Tuition at a reduced rate. Activities include speakers, Payment Methods
performances, dances, and all sporting Payments may be made with cash, per-
The University of Maine System Board of
events. sonal checks, bank checks, money orders,
Trustees establishes tuition rates. Tuition is
Student Health Insurance: The MasterCard, Visa, and Discover credit cards,
charged on a per credit hour basis. Courses
University provides students with student and debit cards.
being audited are included in this calcula-
tion. insurance. Health insurance is mandatory
for all matriculated students enrolled in nine
Installment Payment Plans
Tuition charges per credit hour For students and parents who prefer to pay
★ ✓ Maine resident . . . . . . . . .$. or more credit hours. Students who show University charges on an installment plan, the
✓ NEBHE/Canadian . . . . . .$. proof of having health insurance coverage University offers a four- and five-payment
✓ Out-of-state . . . . . . . . . . .$. may request a waiver for the University-pro- plan. Applications are included with a stu-
vided health insurance. This insurance can dent's initial semester invoice. Applications
Fees be used to fulfill the insurance requirement are also available at the Business Office.
Application Fee: A $. non-refundable to participate in varsity and club sports. The
mandatory fee charged to students applying cost for single coverage is $. for the year. Residence Classification
for admission into a degree program. Insurance for dependents is also available. A student is classified as in-state (Maine
Course Fees: Some specialized courses Unified Student Fee: A mandatory fee of residents), NEBHE/Canadian, or out-of-
have mandatory course or laboratory fees. $
. per credit charged to all students tak- state residents for tuition purposes at the
These fees range from $. to $.. ing courses on the Presque Isle campus; $ time of acceptance. If prospective students
Gentile Hall Fees: A mandatory fee of per credit hour for courses taken on line or have a question regarding their residence sta-
$
. is charged each semester to all students at off-campus sites and centers. tus, or students enrolled as non-residents
who have nine or more credit hours on the have reason to believe their status has
Presque Isle campus. The fee gives students Room & Board Charges changed, they should contact the Business
access to the Caroline D. Gentile Hall fitness Room: The University provides on-cam- Office for full details of the current rules
facility. pus housing for students. Information governing residence.
about on-campus housing is available
Installment Plan Fee: A $. fee is
charged to students who elect to pay univer- from the Residential Life Office or may be Past-Due Financial Account
foun d by going to www.umpi.edu/reslife. The University reserves the right to with-
sity charges using a payment plan. hold course registration, grades, transcripts,
Insufficient Funds Fee: A $. fee is Board: The University offers several dif-
ferent meal plans to fit your dining needs. A and/or any other university records of any
charged when a student’s check is returned student who has a past due account. The
from our bank as “non-negotiable.” meal plan is required for students who elect
to live in the residence halls. Information University also reserves the right to cancel a
Late Registration Fee: A $. fee is student’s registration for non-payment of
charged to continuing degree-seeking stu- about meal plans is available from the
Residential Life Office. Room and Board current semester charges. ★
dents who fail to pre-register for courses dur-
ing the pre-registration period. prices are sent in May for upcoming year.
Late Payment Fee: A maximum of $. Please go to www.umpi.edu/current-stu-
per semester is charged to students who do dents/business-office/ for the current listing
not pay University bills when due. of prices and options.
Parking Fee: Students who wish to park a Books and Supplies
vehicle on campus are required to register Students are responsible for the purchase
their vehicle(s) with the campus security and of books and supplies. Payment is made at
safety office. The cost of a parking decal is the time of purchase. Approximate amount
$
. for the first vehicle and $. for each per year is $..
additional vehicle.
12 university of maine at presque isle ✩ catalogue - ✩ North of Ordinary
g e n e r a l i n f o r m a t i o n
Refund Policy
Tuition, Fees, Room, and Board
Student charges will be refunded to students who voluntari- refunded according the “Refund Schedules” below. A refund
ly withdraw or drop courses from the University of Maine or credit is issued for courses dropped during the add/drop
System institutions in accordance with the schedule and pro- period. No refund or credit is issued for course load reduc-
visions set forth below. tions after the add/drop period. Students who leave the
For refunding purposes, a student withdrawal is defined as University without official written notification (dropouts) are
one where a student provides the University official written not entitled to a refund.
notification of withdrawal from all courses. Dropping courses
is defined as a reduction in course load during the add/drop
Determination of Attendance
For purposes of calculating refunds for withdrawal from the
period while remaining enrolled at the University. Withdrawal university, the attendance period begins on the opening day of
from courses is defined as a reduction in course load after the scheduled university classes, includes weekends and holidays,
add/drop period while remaining enrolled at the University. and ends on the date the student notifies the University in writ-
Students officially withdrawing from the University will be ing, that (s)he is withdrawing.
Refund Schedules
Semester/Session 11 weeks or longer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Refund percentage
Withdrawal/drop prior to the first day of semester/session . . . . . .% tuition, fees, and room
Withdrawal/drop prior to the end of first week . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition, fees, and room
Withdrawal/drop prior to the end of the second week . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Withdrawal prior to the end of the third week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Withdrawal prior to the end of the fourth week . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Withdrawal prior to the end of the fifth week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Withdrawal prior to the end of the eighth week . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Withdrawal after the eighth week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
% room
Sessions that are less than 11 weeks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Refund percentage
Cancellation through the first day of classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
Withdrawal after the first day and
until % of the term has expired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
Withdrawal after % has expired and
until % of the term has expired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .% tuition and fees
Withdrawal after % has expired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . % tuition and fees
Board Refunds Room Refunds for Students who are Not Enrolled
Students who withdraw from the University or cancel their but are Living in a Residence Hall
Room and Board contract prior to the end of the semester will The terms and conditions of the residence hall contract will
be refunded for the unused portion of their meal plan on a pro- govern refunds.
rated basis. Students must notify the Director of Residence Life
to qualify for the refund.
Advanced Deposits
Tuition Deposit
Room Refunds for Students who are Enrolled but No part of a tuition deposit is refundable after May for the
have Vacated a Residence Hall fall semester and after January for the spring semester.
The terms and conditions of the residence hall contract will Room Deposit
govern refunds. No part of a room deposit is refundable after June for the
fall semester and after January for the spring semester. ★
Student Services
AA/Equal Opportunity Office request accommodations should meet with the Director of Student
Support Services at the beginning of each semester to review their doc-
Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orienta-
umentation and discuss their courses. The University requires that a
tion, including transgender status or gender expression, national ori-
copy of a recent assessment, completed by an appropriate service
gin, citizenship status, age, disability, or veteran’s status in employ-
provider, be on file with Disability Services. The assessment should
ment, education, and all other areas of the University is illegal. The
include recommendations made by the service provider. All informa-
Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity is responsible
tion related to disabilities will remain confidential.
for compliance with the letter and spirit of these laws and with
University policies and diversity goals. Areas of particular concern ✗ Tutoring Services
are: prevention of sexual harassment, reasonable accommodations for The Tutoring Center provides peer tutoring in many cours-
persons with qualified disabilities, and fairness in hiring. Complaints es, including math, science, reading and writing. The services
of discrimination or discriminatory harassment should be brought to are available to all University of Maine at Presque Isle students.
the attention of the Equal Opportunity Office. If you have questions
this office provides general information andhandles complaints.
✗ Writing Center
The UMPI Writing Center offers one-on-one tutoring for writers at
Academic Support all levels of course work on all types of writing projects, from first-year
Professional staff members meet with individual students to help composition essays to senior theses, from biology book reviews to per-
them assess their learning styles, to develop goals for their academ- sonal statements for graduate school applications. Our peer tutors are
ic programs, and to assist them in implementing strategies that will trained to assist students at all stages of the writing process, from brain-
maximize their performance. In addition to study skills and time storming a topic through revising a completed paper. The Writing
★ management strategies, staff members work with students to prob- Center’s mission is to help writers develop skills and strategies that will
lem-solve around specific academic issues and help students iden- help them not only with one paper, but with future writing.
tify services that will help them in achieving their goals. Career Services
✗ Academic Advising Career Services helps students to define their career goals and pro-
In order to assist students in achieving their educational goals, the motes effective career planning skills.The office also assists students with
University provides advising services through the Academic resumés, internships, job search strategies, facilitates contacts between
Advising Center. The faculty and staff, who work as Advisors, assist students and prospective employers, and provides resource information.
students with advising or degree program questions, goal setting, Career Services sponsors workshops, an “Etiquette Event,” Suits for
course registration, referral to campus resources, and other services Students and a Job and Career Fair. The Career Resource Center con-
designed to contribute to their academic experience. Advisors famil- tains printed, video, and computerized information on all aspects of
iar with the University’s educational programs assist them during career development. Career Services also provides assistance to students
registration periods. The Director of Advising also ensures that stu- who are interested in gaining part-time and summer employment.
dents are assigned to a degree program advisor and coordinates the
placement testing program, new student advising and registration,
Computer Resources
Students are provided with a wide variety of computer resources at the
and the Peer Advising program. The ultimate responsibility lies with Presque Isle Campus. The Department of Computer Services manages
the individual student to comply with all academic policies and to five computer labs on campus and one at the Houlton Center.
fulfill graduation requirements. Computers are readily accessible because of the low student to comput-
✗ First Year Student Seminars er ratio (:) and extensive open lab hours.
The first semester of college represents a significant transition Students use computers for writing, communicating, and research.
for many students. The goal of the First Year Seminar is to assist URSUS – the library’s computerized catalogue common to all cam-
students with this transition. Students are introduced to strategies puses of the University of Maine System – and the Internet provide
like goal setting and time management that will assist them in access to books, periodicals, and information resources from around
adapting to the challenges of the college curriculum. Students will the world. Students use electronic mail for communicating with fac-
also be introduced to resources such as the Writing Center, ulty, other students, friends, and family. Standard software applica-
Library, Health Services, Counseling and Career Services, student tions like MS Office and Internet communication tools are installed
clubs and organizations, and resources that will enhance their col- on lab computers, and off-campus Internet access is provided for stu-
lege experience. Finally, University policies and procedures related dents who own a computer and modem. Residential students also
to advising, registration, and academic standing will be explained. have direct Internet access through the ResNet program.
The University is dedicated to keeping computer resources
✗ Students with Disabilities current and students informed about using them.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
Student lab attendants are specially trained to assist lab users.
Section of the Rehabilitation Act of , Disability Services assists
Also, free workshops are offered on a variety of computer topics,
students with physical, psychological and learning disabilities in ful-
including basic computer literacy, word processing, electronic
filling the fundamental requirements of the curriculum by accessing
mail, and the Internet. No matter what the student’s level of
reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to
computer expertise, Computer Services is available to help them
educational opportunities at the University. Students wishing to
with the wide array of hardware and software applications.
Student Services
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Registration
Student Responsibility cational Rights and Privacy Act may be
referred to the Office of the Registrar.
physician, nurse practitioner, or physi-
cians assistant or other professional
This catalogue and the Student Hand-
book are the student’s guides to the pro- Maine State Immunization health care provider.
✓ U.S. Military immunization record.
grams and regulations of the University
of Maine at Presque Isle. Students are
Law for Post Secondary ✓ Laboratory evidence of immunity
expected to become familiar with Education (titres) to rubeola, rubella, and mumps if
immunization records are not available.
University policies and procedures, and Maine State law requires that all stu-
dents who are enrolled full-time or part- All records must be signed by the phy-
to assume responsibility for abiding by
time in a degree program or who are tak- sician or nurse who administered the
them. Failure to do so does not consti-
ing at least credits through the vaccine. Please do not submit original
tute waiver. Enrollment implies that stu-
Continuing Education Department show records as immunization records will be
dents understand and accept the obli-
proof of immunity to the following infec- kept on file and not returned. Send
gation to comply with University regu-
tious diseases: measles (rubeola), rubella copies of records to the Admissions
lations and procedures and that they will
(German measles), mumps, tetanus and Office, Main Street, Presque Isle
endeavor to meet the academic standards
diphtheria. The University is not allowed . ...
of UM-Presque Isle. For specific infor-
to permit any such student to be enrolled Re-immunization/Exemptions
mation, consult the Student Handbook,
or to attend classes without a certificate of If you do not have the required im-
available in the Student Affairs Office,
immunization or other evidence of munizations or do not have official re-
and other appropriate materials.
immunity. The presentation of acceptable cords, have your health care provider
Individual faculty members determine
★ proof of immunization or immunity immunize or re-immunize you prior to
the attendance policy for each course.
must be made prior to a students atten- coming to campus. Students with medi-
However students are expected to arrive
dance at class or participation in other cal exemptions from vaccination must
punctually and to attend all classes. If
activities conducted by the University. present a written reason for exemption
possible, any necessary absences should be
Certificate of Immunization signed by their health care provider.
discussed with the professor beforehand.
Students must present certification of Exempted students shall be excluded
Any work missed must be satisfactorily
immunization or proof of immunity from campus during a disease outbreak,
completed. Behavior that detracts from
which indicate the following: should one occur.
the classroom learning environment –
including excessive absences – can result . Diphtheria and tetanus vaccine Right to Revise
in removal from a class or administrative given within the past years. If a The University of Maine at Presque
withdrawal from the course. tetanus shot only has been given within Isle reserves the right to revise, amend,
the past years, the student may be tem-
Family Educational Rights porarily exempt from the diphtheria
or change items set forth in this publi-
cation. Accordingly, readers of this pub-
and Privacy Act of 1974 requirement. lication should inquire about revisions,
The University of Maine at Presque . Two doses of measles vaccine given amendments, or changes which have
Isle subscribes to the Family Educational after the first birthday with live vaccine. been made since the date of printing.
Rights and Privacy Act of . The pur- Vaccines given after use live vac- The University reserves the right to can-
pose of the Act is to protect the privacy cine. If the vaccine was given before cel course offerings, to set minimum and
of education records, to establish the , the type of vaccine must be indi- maximum size of classes, to change des-
rights of students to inspect and review cated. “LIVE VACCINE” is acceptable. ignated instructors in courses, and to
their education records, and to provide “UNSPECIFIED VACCINE” is unaccept- make decisions affecting the academic
guidelines for the correction of inaccu- able and the student will need to be re- standing of anyone participating in a
rate or misleading data through informal immunized or show proof of immunity course or program offered by the Uni-
and formal hearings. Students also have through laboratory bloodwork called a versity of Maine at Presque Isle. Notice
the right to file complaints with the titre. of the cancellation will be issued before
Family Educational Rights and Privacy . Two doses of rubella vaccine given the course’s second class meeting.
after the first birthday,
Act Office (FERPA) covering alleged
failures by the institution to comply . Two doses of mumps vaccine given Academic Advising
Following initial registration, matricu-
with the Act. after the first birthday.
lated students are generally assigned to
Local policy explains in detail the pro- Proof of Immunity
faculty for academic advising. Students
cedure to be used by the institution for A photocopy of the following is ac-
must meet with their faculty advisors at
compliance with the provisions of the ceptable as proof of immunity:
least once each semester to register for
Act. A copy of the policy can be ✓ School immunization/health record
the upcoming term; however, students
obtained in the Office of the Registrar. signed by school nurse or physician.
✓ Immunization record from your are strongly encouraged to maintain
Questions concerning the Family Edu-
close contact with their advisors
Registration
continued
throughout the semester. Faculty advi- student’s official record when the deci- date for a withdrawal without academic
sors are available to assist students with sion to change has been made. penalty will be determined by the Vice
all matters relating to their academic
goals, but it is also important for stu-
Registration for President for Academic Affairs and pub-
lished in the academic calendar. All stu-
dents to recognize their role in the advis- Matriculated Students dents leaving a course without officially
ing relationship. Advisors cannot help Each fall and spring an advisement and withdrawing will receive a grade of F in
students who do not seek out their registration period is held for continuing the course. This F grade will be comput-
advice. While it is important for stu- students to select their courses for the fol- ed in the student’s grade point average.
dents to realize that they are ultimately lowing semester. During this period, stu- After the deadline passes for official with-
responsible for the successful pursuit of dents register for courses in the order of drawal from a course, a letter grade of F
their degree requirements, the relation- class level (seniors first, juniors second, will be assigned. A student may be par-
ship they establish with their academic sophomores third, freshmen fourth). doned only on the grounds of serious ill-
advisor can be invaluable in that effort. Students are responsible for monitoring ness or proven extenuating circumstances
and for planning their schedule of cours-
The Advising Center es according to the degree program
as determined by the instructor.
The Advising Center, located in
requirements in place at the time of
Course Waiver Policy
Preble Hall, assists students with advising On rare occasions students at the University
matriculation into their degree program.
and academic policy questions, ensures of Maine at Presque Isle may be granted
that matriculated students are assigned to Registration For Non- waivers for required courses based on extensive
a degree program advisor, and facilitates
changes of major as well as Leaves of
Matriculated Students experience in a given area or extended experi-
ence. A student may submit a formal letter of
Individuals may take college courses for
Absence and Withdrawals from the uni- personal enrichment as non-degree stu- application to the Vice President of Academic
versity. The Center also coordinates place- dents by registering and paying for the Affairs to request a waiver of a course. The stu-
ment testing, advising, and registration courses without going through a formal dent must also submit supporting documen-
for new students. The Director of admission process. Placement examina- tation detailing his/her previous applicable
Advising works with faculty and the Vice tions may be required of individuals new experience. The Vice President of Academic
President for Academic Affairs to develop to college study. Call the Advising Center Affairs will seek appropriate faculty consulta-
advising policy and helps students and at .. to make arrangements. tion in rendering waiver decisions.
advisors resolve problems related to aca-
demic policy or programs.
Non-degree students may enroll in up Auditing Courses
to credit hours of coursework. Students auditing a course pay regular
Declaring a Major Course Numbering tuition and receive no credit for the
Many students choose to begin their Courses numbered between and course, but will have the notation AU
academic career as undecided or unde- are lower level courses. Courses numbered recorded on their transcripts. Audit
clared majors. Students may be advised and above are upper level courses. courses must be declared at registration.
by a faculty advisor in an area of interest
while remaining officially undeclared, or Course Prerequisites Pass/Fail Option
Please refer to each course in this cata- Students may elect to take one course
they can be advised by the Director of
logue for specific prerequisites. per semester on a pass/fail basis. Courses
Advising. In either case, undeclared stu- in the General Education Curriculum
dents will be encouraged to explore their Course Registration Changes and courses required in the student’s
educational and career interests with the ✓ Course Add-Drop Period - During the major field are excluded from this option.
objective of choosing a major as soon as first five class days students may add Students who are receiving Veterans
possible. Matriculated students are course(s); during the first seven class days Benefits should note that when taking
expected to declare a major prior to students may drop course(s) without nota- the pass/fail option, a pass grade is re-
earning degree hours. Students tion on the record. Students who find that quired in order to receive Veterans
approaching credit hours who are still their names are not on the instructor’s offi- Benefits. Should you receive a fail, you
undecided about their major should cial class list should check immediately with will be responsible to the Veterans Ad-
make an appointment with the Director the Office of Student Records to make nec- ministration for an overpayment.
of Advising. essary corrections in the registration records. The pass/fail option must be requested
Change of Major or Advisor Once registered, students may make
changes to their registrations electronically.
during the first two weeks of the semester.
Students seek information about At the end of the semester, students
changing their major or advisor for a ✓ Course Withdrawal Period - After the whose work in the course represents a C–
variety of reasons. The Advising Center Course Add-Drop Period, students may or above will have an entry of P with the
can help students who simply wish to withdraw from courses and receive a number of credit hours made on their
explore their options and will update the notation of “W” on their record. The last official record. For work below a C–, an F
Registration
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entry will be made. Credit hours earned The student must consult with his/her an I (Incomplete) as a temporary grade. An
with a P grade will be counted toward faculty advisor, the instructor involved, I is not to be given a student already doing
degree credit. Courses taken under and the Chair of the College. Following failing work. The student who receives an
pass/fail option will not be used in com- such consultation, the student submits a I must complete the work no later than the
puting the grade point average. detailed proposal for a course of study; this beginning of final examinations of the fol-
Directed Study proposal must be approved by the faculty
advisor, instructor, the Chair of the stu-
lowing semester, earlier if possible. The
instructor may request a one-semester
A Directed Study is the offering of a cat-
alogue course on an individual basis by an dent, and the Chair of the course. Credits extension in unusual circumstances.
appropriate faculty member to a qualify- earned through meaningful independent
study will count toward graduation but
Grade Warning Systems
ing student. Directed Studies are available The University has devised two grade-
only on a limited basis, due to the burden should not duplicate a regular course warning systems to help contribute to a
they place upon the instructional staff. offering or course(s) previously taken by successful educational experience for
A student may apply for a Directed Study that student. An Independent Study car- students, particularly those who are hav-
when the following conditions are met: ries course number or , depending ing initial difficulties adjusting to the
✓ The student is a degree candidate at on the level of the course. demands of their university experience.
UM-Presque Isle. An Independent Study will also be con- The early warning system is under-
✓ The course is required for the stu- sidered on a case-by-case basis when the taken during the fourth week of class for
dent to complete degree requirements. applicant is a practicing teacher or a grad- all -level and -level courses. This
✓ The course will not be offered as a uate pursuing an alternative route to system complements the mid-term
★
part of the regular curriculum in time teacher certification who is in need of a warning system which is undertaken
to prevent a postponement of com- required course. Career changers seeking during the eighth week for all courses.
pletion of degree requirements or there initial teacher certification, practicing Through these systems, students are
is a time conflict between two courses teachers who cannot find a require course alerted in a timely fashion so as to make
specifically required for the degree, offered after regular school hours, or adjustments before their academic re-
neither of which may be postponed teachers attempting to complete require- cords are affected.
ments for an additional endorsement may
without a resultant delay in the com-
pletion of degree requirements. be eligible to apply. Grade Point Average
The complete proposal must be sub- Letter grades are assigned the follow-
✓ OR The student is a practicing teacher
mitted no later than six weeks before the ing numerical values:
or career changer seeking a required
term in which the independent study is A = . C = .
course for certification purposes.
to be done. The student will be in- A- = . C- = .
Courses at the and levels that
formed of its approval or disapproval B+ = . D+ = .
satisfy core requirements and require-
within days of its submission. B = . D = .
ments in the major are not appropriate B- = . D- = .
for Directed Study, since it is expected Selected Topics C+ = . F = .
that students will complete them as Selected Topics are not included To find the quality points earned in a
freshmen or sophomores. among regular academic courses. The course, multiply the numerical value of the
A Directed Study will also be consid- topics will be determined by the special course grade by the number of credit hours
ered on a case-by-case basis when the needs and interests of the students with-
earned in each course. That is, a grade of B
applicant is a practicing teacher or a in the context of the qualifications and
in a -semester hour course would be
graduate pursuing an alternative route to availability of faculty resources.
worth x or quality points. To find the
teacher certification who is in need of a
required course. Career changers seeking
The Grading System quality point average, total all the quality
The letter grades used by UM-Presque points earned and divide the sum by the
initial teacher certification, practicing Isle to evaluate scholastic achievement total number of graded credit hours.
teachers who cannot find a required are interpreted as follows: Grades received for transfer credits do not
course offered after regular school hours, A High Honors L Stopped attending, earn quality points. Incompletes are not
or teachers attempting to complete
B Honors computed as an F calculated in the GPA until a grade is
requirements for an additional endorse-
C Average P Passed, (grades A – C–) assigned for the course.
ment may be eligible to apply.
Independent Study
D
F
Below Average
Failure
W Withdrawal
MG Missing Grade
Grade Reports
A student’s academic performance is con-
Students at junior and senior level with I Incomplete AU Audit
fidential information and written permis-
a cumulative grade point average of .
or more may be eligible to earn a maxi-
Incomplete Grade sion from the student is required to release
When a student is unable to complete a information to individuals outside the
mum of credits in approved In- course because of illness or other extenuat- administrative or academic community of
dependent Study (generally, no more ing circumstances, the instructor may give the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
than credits per semester).
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Considerable care is taken to ensure with the seal of the University. A signed transcript and $. for each additional copy
that all course registration and grade transcript request is required before a tran- ordered at the same time. There is no charge
information entered on a student’s per- script is released to the student or a designee, for a transcript which is sent to another
manent record is accurate. Records are and there can be no outstanding obligations campus in the University of Maine System.
assumed to be correct if a student does against the student’s account with the Transcripts from other institutions, when
not report errors to the Registrar’s Of- University. Such obligations may include presented for admission or evaluation,
fice after completion of a semester. unreturned books or fines due in the become a part of the student’s permanent
Transcripts Library, overdue tuition or fees, unpaid
parking fines, and delinquency in repay-
academic file and are not returned or copied
for distribution. Students desiring tran-
The valid documentation of academic
work and student status is an official tran- ment of a National Direct Student Loan. A scripts reflecting work attempted elsewhere
script of the academic record, stamped with student is entitled to one transcript free of should request them from the appropriate
the signature of the Registrar and embossed charge. There is a charge of $. for a single institution. ★
Academic Policies
Residency Requirements course work every fall and spring semester during their academic
career. Summer sessions are optional.
All four-year degree candidates must complete at least credit hours
If a student’s academic plans must be discontinued, the student
of study at UM-Presque Isle in order to receive their degree. For B.A.
must choose one of two options: a Leave of Absence or Student
degrees, of these credits must be in the major and credits must be
Withdrawal from the University. The Advising Center can help stu-
upper level. For B.S. degrees, of these credits must be in the major and
dents decide the more appropriate course of action for their situation.
credits must be upper level.
Failure to formally request a leave or withdrawal will result in the
All two-year degree programs require credit hours completed at
automatic removal from the official roll, and the student must re-
UM-Presque Isle.
apply through the Admissions Office for reinstatement of degree sta-
Dual Degree tus.
A student may earn multiple degrees provided they are different. In A Leave of Absence releases the student from degree study for one
order to receive additional degrees, the following conditions must be academic semester (not including summer sessions), after which the
met: () The first degree must have been awarded; () The student must student may resume study according to regular registration proce-
apply through Admissions for subsequent degrees; () A minimum dures, or the student may request an extension of the leave of absence
number of credits must be earned beyond the total hours earned for the for one additional semester, or may withdraw from the University
previous degree: for each additonal Associate, for each additional A Student Withdrawal from the University (as opposed to a course
Baccalaureate. withdrawal) is appropriate if the student wishes to discontinue study
Post-Baccalaureate Study for Second Degree at UM-Presque Isle for the foreseeable future. This officially closes the
student’s file and serves as notice that the student initiated separation
Students who have already earned a baccalaureate degree from a
regionally accredited institution, other than UMPI, will receive a waiver from the University. Failure to withdraw officially can seriously com-
of UMPI core requirements. This waiver will be posted during the trans- plicate any effort later to resume study at this or another university.
fer credit evaluation process. Students may request leaves or withdrawals during a semester if cir-
cumstances are such that the student is no longer able to continue
Repeating a Course with coursework. When a request is submitted prior to the last date
No student will be allowed to repeat a course for the purpose of replac- for withdrawal without academic penalty (as determined by the Vice
ing a grade in which the student has received a C grade or higher. A stu- President for Academic Affairs and published in the academic calen-
dent may repeat a course for the purpose of replacing a grade only once. dar) a grade of W is recorded for all courses in which the student is
A student may appeal further repetitions through the regular academic currently enrolled.
appeals process. If a course is repeated, the second grade stands and is cal- If the request is submitted after the deadline for withdrawal only
culated in the grade point average. Failure in a required course necessi- extenuating circumstances, as determined by the Academic Appeals
tates repeating the course at the campus where it was taken in order to Board, justify the granting of W grades. Requests for leaves of absence
replace the failure with a letter grade. Repeated courses do not count for and student withdrawals are processed through the Advising Center
calculating Dean’s List GPA qualification. The grades for all attempts of and the Office of Student Records.
a course taken for credit appear on the student’s transcript. Exception to
this policy is made for topics courses and similar courses where the sub- Course Work at Other Institutions
ject material of the course changes from offering to offering. ENG , Matriculated students may satisfy degree requirements through
ENG and ENG are also exempted from this policy. study at another institution following approval from their advisor;
however, grades earned in approved courses taken at another insti-
LeaveofAbsenceorWithdrawalfromtheUniversity tution are not included in the cumulative grade point average.
The University requires that all degree-seeking students enroll in
Academic Policies
continued
Application for Graduation 5. Transfer students must consult the individual institution catalog to
determine requirements regarding the number of degree credits that
Candidates for degrees must file an Application for
must be taken through the degree-granting institution.
Graduation with the Office of Student Records prior to the end
6. Transferring students will be expected to provide official tran-
of January preceding the May ceremony. Graduation creden-
scripts reflecting all previous postsecondary coursework.
tials will only be recorded on the transcript, and the degree
7. Each accepted transfer student will receive a written evaluation of
awarded, when all degree requirements have been completed.
transfer credit. The transfer student should then meet with program
The degree will be dated the same as the transcript.
faculty/advisors at the receiving institution to review how the transfer
Graduation Participation Policy credit will be applied.
Students lacking no more than six semester hours of credit 8. Course credit will be transferred only for coursework delivered by
toward completion of all degree requirements OR who have a regionally accredited institutions, through AP or CLEP, or through life
single internship or practicum worth no more than fifteen cred- experience (i.e. prior learning or other learning such as military train-
it hours, which will be graded on a pass/fail basis may partici- ing, etc.) when validated through the approved campus processes.
pate in the graduation ceremony in May. Either shortfall should 9. Course credit from international institutions will be accepted for
be completed by the following December. Prior to the end of transfer consistent with established institutional policies.
January preceding the May ceremony, students wishing to par- 10. If a student disagrees with a decision made in regard to the transfer
ticipate in graduation as allowed by this policy must file an of his/her credits from one institution to another, the student may appeal
Application for Graduation with the Office of Student Records. through the regular academic appeals process at the receiving institution.
A student may not participate in two separate graduation
★ exercises for the same degree.
Program of Basic Studies
The Program of Basic Studies, designed for new students who need
UniversityofMaineSystemTransferPractices additional preparation for college study, involves developmental
1. Generally, course grades do not transfer from institution to insti- coursework in writing (ENG ), reading (ENG ), mathematics
tution. Semester and cumulative grade point averages reflect only (MAT , ), and science (SCI ). Developmental courses must be
those courses taken at the home institution. Exceptions to this policy included in the student’s first semester of study. Developmental
are approved by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Students in coursework should be completed by the end of the freshman year.
external degree programs and/or taking courses at distant sites and When enrollment in developmental courses is prescribed by place-
centers should inquire about any exceptions which may apply. ment test results, the courses become prerequisites to degree require-
2. Grades of C- or better in courses taken within the University of ments and must be completed satisfactorily, with a C– or better, prior
Maine System and accepted for transfer credit will be recorded on the to enrolling in corresponding college-level coursework.
student’s transcript although not computed into the cumulative grade Developmental courses are considered foundational or preparatory.
point average. They are given for transcript credit and are factored into the student’s
3. All undergraduate courses successfully completed with a C- or bet- grade point average. They also count for full-time status and financial
ter at one University of Maine System institution will transfer to another. aid purposes, but they do not count toward degree program require-
4. Each student must meet the established requirements of the aca- ments. Developmental courses require attendance and may not be
demic program or college into which she/he is transferring. Transfer waived. Students who test into a developmental course must com-
credits do not necessarily count toward such requirements. plete this course in order to be eligible for graduation. ★
Guide
Test
to test scoresCourse
Score Ranges
and placement*
Placement
UM-Presque Isle . . . . . . . .1 . . . . . . . . .ENG Required – Prerequisite for EDU , ENG , REC 120, PSY , all science
Writing Test # 2 . . . . . . . .ENG
3 . . . . . . . .Honors ENG Recommended
Accuplacer®
Reading Test # . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . .ENG Required – Prerequisite for ANT , BUS , EDU , PSY , REC , SOC ,
all science. Corequisite for HTY , HTY , HTY , HTY
- . . . . . . .ENG Recommended
- . . . . . .College Level Reading - Honors History Recommended
UM-Presque Isle
Science Test † . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . .SCI Required
Prerequisite for all science classes. Corequisite MAT if required.
- . . . . . .SCI Recommended (Refer to SCI )
Prerequisite for Bio , Chy , Chy
- . . . . . .College Level Science
Accuplacer® - waived for students submitting SAT math scores of or higher . . . however,
students considering majors in math or science should reqeust to sit for the College Level Math Test.
Arithmetic . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . .MAT Required Prerequisite for SCI , MAT
- . . . . . .see Algebra score
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a c a d e m i c i n f o r m a t i o n
Good Standing
In order to remain in good standing, students (full and part-
Scholastic Standards
all course work taken at the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
time) are required to maintain the cumulative grade point aver- Cum Laude . . . . . . . . . .. ‒ .
age shown in the following table. GPA hours may be read from Magna cum Laude . . . . .. ‒ .
an official transcript or approximated by dividing total quality Summa cum Laude . . . .. and above
points by GPA hours.
Four Year Programs
Academic Probation
A student will be placed on academic probation if his or her
GPA hours Minimum CGPA
‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. cumulative grade point average at the end of a semester is lower
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. than the minimum required to remain in good standing accord-
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ing to the Scholastic Standards guidelines. A student will also be
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. placed on probation upon achieving a semester grade point aver-
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. age of less than .. A student on probation may only take
Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
Two Year Programs twelve credit hours of course work a semester, unless a four-cred-
GPA hours Minimum CGPA it course or a required one-credit laboratory course raises the total
‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. to thirteen credits. Students should inquire if this will have any
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. financial aid consequences for their particular case. [Students who
. ‒ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. enroll in more than the allowed number of credit hours will have
Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
to withdraw from the extra course or courses. This may have
Course Load financial consequences for the student in terms of lost tuition and
The normal load for a student is - semester hours. The fees and costs for books and supplies.]
minimum load for full-time students is semester hours. A Being placed on academic probation in and of itself is not subject to appeal.
schedule of - semester hours may be carried by special per- A student will be removed from probation upon raising his or
mission of the Department Coordinator in which the student her cumulative grade point average to good standing according
is a major. A course schedule exceeding semester hours to the Scholastic Standards guidelines.
requires also the approval of the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. Course Overload forms are available in the Office of
Academic Suspension
A student will be placed on Academic Suspension if after one
Students Records. Students having academic difficulties may
semester on academic probation he or she fails to achieve good
be required to carry less than a normal load.
standing according to the Scholastic Standards guidelines.
Dean’s List Once suspended, a student must raise his or her cumulative
Students who have completed in a semester a minimum load grade point average to the minimum required for good standing
of graded semester hours of degree credit, exclusive of PBS in order to be eligible to apply for readmission to the University.
courses, and who have earned a grade point average of . or Raising the cumulative grade point average may be achieved by
better are eligible in that semester for the Dean’s List. enrolling as a non-degree student at the University of Maine at
The Dean’s List is distinguished by three categories: Honors List- Presque Isle. No student who has been suspended may take
recognizes achievement of a semester average between . and more than nine credit hours of course work per semester as a
.; High Honors List - recognizes achievement of a semester non-degree student (unless a four-credit course or a required
average between . and .; and Highest Honors List - rec- one-credit laboratory course raises the total to ten credits).
ognizes achievement of a semester average . or above. Students taking courses as non-degree students are not eligible
Graduation with Distinction for financial aid and normally may not live in a residence hall.
A student may appeal a suspension based on extenuating cir-
Students receive graduation honors of distinction in one of
three categories by attaining the requisite grade point averages in cumstances by following the Academic Appeals procedure below.
Scholastic Standards
continued
. The student must discuss the concern directly with the instructor after the date of the written decision in Step . The Academic
involved within days of the last published date of the semester. Appeals Board will request all relevant documentation and may meet
. Within two weeks of the meeting with the instructor the stu- with the parties concerned. The Academic Appeals Board will provide
dent must prepare a written appeal to the Chair of the instructor their decision in writing within two weeks of receiving the appeal.
involved. The student is encouraged to consult with his or her fac- . If either party disagrees with the decision of the Board, he or she
ulty advisor for assistance. The Chair serves as mediator and may request that the Vice President for Academic Affairs review the
attempts to resolve the concern through mutual agreement. The decision. This request must be received in writing no later than two
Chair will provide a written decision within two weeks of receiving weeks after the date of the Academic Appeals Board’s written decision
the student’s appeal. in Step . The Vice President may request all relevant documentation
. If either party disagrees with the decision of the Chair, he or she and may meet with the parties concerned.
may request that the Academic Appeals Board review the decision. The Vice President’s written decision is final and not subject to fur-
This request must be received in writing no later than two weeks ther review. ★
Academic Departments
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Major Programs Minors
ART, Bachelor of Arts HISTORY & POLITICAL Art
ART, Bachelor of Fine Arts SCIENCE, Bachelor of Arts Biology
ART EDUCATION, Bachelor of History Concentration Chemistry
Art in Art Education Political Science English
BIOLOGY, Bachelor of Arts Concentration Film Studies
Pre-Medical Concentration Mathematics, Bachelor of French
Professional Biology Science Geology
Concentration Medical Laboratory Technology, History
Self-Designed Concentration Associate of Science Humanities
ENGLISH, Bachelor of Arts Psychology, Bachelor of Arts International Studies
Film Studies Concentration Local History
General Concentration Transfer Programs in the Sciences: Philosophy
Literary Studies Nursing Physical Science
Concentration (online) Political Science
Writing Concentration Professional Communication
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, Psychology
Bachelor of Science Russian & East European
Ecology Concentration Studies
Geology Concentration Social Studies
Self-Designed Concentration Certification
Russian & East European
Studies
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Major Programs Social Studies Subject Area SECONDARY EDUCATION,
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, Major Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science Special Education Subject Area Biology
Art Subject Area Major Major English
English Subject Area Major ART EDUCATION, Bachelor of French
French Subject Area Major Art in Art Education Mathematics
Mathematics Subject Area Major PHYSICAL EDUCATION, Social Studies
Science Subject Area Major Bachelor of Science Minors
Physical Education
Academic Departments
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Course Designators
ANT . . . . . . Anthropology EDU . . . . . . . . . Education HTY . . . . . . . . . . . History PSY . . . . . . . . . Psychology
ART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Art ENG . . . . . . . . . . . English MAT . . . . . . . Mathematics REC . . . . . . . . Recreation /
BIO . . . . . . . . . . . Biology ENV . Environmental Studies MLT . . . . . . . . . . . Medical Leisure Services
BUS . . . . . . . . . . . Business FRE . . . . . . . . . . . . French Laboratory Technology RUS . . . . . . . . . . . Russian
CHY . . . . . . . . . Chemistry GEO . . . . . . . . . Geography PHE . . Physical Education SCI . . . . . . . . . . . Science
COS . . . Computer Science GEY . . . . . . . . . . . Geology PHI . . . . . . . . . Philosophy SOC . . . . . . . . . . Sociology
CRJ . . . . . Criminal Justice HON . . . . . . . . . . . Honors PHY . . . . . . . . . . . . Physics SPA . . . . . . . . . . . Spanish
ECO . . . . . . . . . Economics HPR . . . . . Health, Physical POS . . . . . Political Science SWK . . . . . . . . Social Work
ECY . . . . . . . . . . . Ecology Education & Recreation WAB . . . . . . . . . Wabanaki
b. one course in lifelong wellness Option One - HPR 101 or HPR 201 + 1 credit wellness lab. Military
training, police training, or their equivalency serves as a substitute for
the 1-credit lab. Option Two - BIO 300 or REC 234
Social Sciences Option One - Two of the following courses: HTY 115, HTY 116,
a. historical analysis (two courses, non-sequential) HTY 161, HTY 162. Option Two - A 100-level history course and
a 300- or 400-level history course.
b. two non-historical analysis courses from the social sciences ANT 100, ECO 100, GEO 168, POS 101, POS 211, PSY 100,
SOC 100
Humanities and Fine Arts ENG 151, ENG 211, PHI 151 PHI 152, and HON 300 (if
a. one course in literary writing and/or analysis, or philosophy applicable)
ART 101, ART 102, ART 103, ART 107
b. one course in visual or performing arts
Note: Successfully completed CLEP and AP examinations will substitute for specific courses in the above categories; appropriate
substitutions (and passing scores) are determined by departments delivering the courses in question.
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Students will be prepared to educate peo- existing literature and new ideas.
Students will have an understanding of ple of all ages and abilities of the impor- 4. Students will demonstrate insight in
all aspects of managing an information sys- tance of lifelong fitness and wellness. applying psychological principles to per-
tem project, from analysis to implementa- Students, in either teaching or supervi- sonal, social, and organizational settings
tion. sory roles, will be able to evaluate and 5. Students will understand and follow
Students will be able to analyze busi- give appropriate feedback on physical a code of professional ethics and promote
ness systems: performance, i.e., sport skill, fitness social values.
✓ Document business processes plans, fitness rehabilitation protocols. RECREATION
✓ Identify “gaps” in a system/process Students will be prepared for admis- Students will understand major parks,
✓ Develop / recommend solutions sion to graduate study in exercise sci- recreation, and tourism philosophies.
(including hardware/software options ence, pedagogy, sociology and psycholo- Students will understand major parks,
and recommendations) gy of sport. recreation, and tourism institutions i.e.,
Students will be able to provide leader- POLITICAL SCIENCE public, non-profit, and for profit.
ship and/or project management for Students will be versed in the four basic Students will be able to plan develop,
projects dealing with information sys- discipline areas of political science and and administer parks, recreation, and
tems. the normative and behavioral philoso- tourism programs.
Students will have an understanding of phies and methodologies of the discipline Students will be able to demonstrate
data structures to enable the evaluation of political science. the ability to use computer applications
and manipulation of data in support of Students will be prepared to assume in parks, recreation, and tourism.
★
managerial decisions at all levels. career positions in a wide variety of pro- Students will be able to demonstrate
Students will possess a broad-based fessions. leadership skills e.g., goal setting skills,
business education to enable them to Students will be prepared to score well communication.
lead the technology initiatives of tomor- in government and post-graduate exami- Students will have the background and
row. nations. opportunity to pursue graduate studies
MATHEMATICS Students will come to understand that in parks, recreation, and tourism.
Students will be able to understand the their lives, their careers and the future of Students will have an understanding of
principles underlying the various branch- their families cannot be divorced from parks, recreation, and tourism profession-
es of mathematics and recognize their politics. al requirements and preparation.
interrelationships. Students will be involved in public Students will understand major parks,
Students will be able to present clear service learning. recreation, and tourism applied tech-
and rigorous proofs. PSYCHOLOGY niques e.g., carrying capacity, limits of
Students will be able to independently Psychology at UMPI endorses and fol- acceptable change.
read and understand mathematical arti- lows the standards for undergraduate edu- SOCIAL WORK
cles or texts up to a beginning graduate cation developed by our profession. The Students will demonstrate the capacity
level. following list is consistent with current to plan and work with client systems of
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN standards of the American Psychological all sizes using the generalist social work
Students will be able to collect, process Association (APA). methodology and the strengths based
and analyze biological specimens. 1. Students will demonstrate knowledge perspective. In particular students will
Relate laboratory findings to common of central concepts, theoretical perspec- develop a skill set for rural social work
disease process. tives, principles, and historical trends. practice and working with diverse popu-
Recognize factors that affect proce- Major content areas for these include lations.
dures and results and take appropriate mental health, emotion, personality, lifes- Students will demonstrate respect for
action within predetermined limits when pan development, social, cognitive, and the positive values of diversity as a
corrections are indicated. the biological bases of behavior. human strength and willingness to pur-
Apply principles of safety. 2. Students will understand basic sue creative necessary to affect change for
PHYSICAL EDUCATION research designs, strategies for organizing all client systems.
Students will know how human move- data, and basic statistical analyses. They Students will understand and apply
ment is generated and how to effect will interpret and present research results knowledge of the bio-psycho-social-
change in human movement. in APA format. spiritual variables and use theoretical
Students will know/understand how 3. Students will demonstrate a scientific frameworks to understand systems of all
sociological and psychological factors approach to psychological issues, and sizes: individuals, families, groups, com-
influence human movement. apply skepticism and critical thinking to munities, and organizations.
Students will utilize critical thinking Students will be able to conceptualize Students will be proficient in practical
though the process of conducting and understand society as a set of contexts skills required for positions within Social
research and the problem-solving process (social-psychological, gender, racial, Service and Non-Profit agencies, as well
within the context of generalist social group, local, ethnic, religious, political, as business (critical analysis, abstract
work practice. organizational, economic, regional, writing, problem solving). Specifically,
Students will demonstrate the ability to national, geo-political, global, etc.) that students will demonstrate expertise in the
analyze the impact of social policies and shape and is shaped by human social area of interpersonal communication
social change and how to work as a behavior. They will be able to recognize (both oral and written), and skills of
change agent within social structures. how changes in any one of the contexts analysis.
Students will demonstrate the profes- influences other parts of the contextual TEACHER EDUCATION
sional use of self in a manner consistent system we call society. Students will possess discipline knowl-
with the values and ethics of the social Students will have a breadth and depth edge and pedagogical understanding.
work profession. of understanding of the connections Students will apply multiple instruc-
SOCIOLOGY between social change, social control, and tional strategies for diverse learners.
Students will have an historical and contex- social justice; specifically structural Students will facilitate learning within
tual base of knowledge of the discipline, meth- inequalities of race, class, gender, and sex- cultural contexts.
ods, and profession of sociology. uality. Students will engage in on-going reflec-
Students will be able to consistently Students will be well-versed in issues of tive learning and practice. ★
connect sociological theory, sociological individual, social, and political agency;
analyses, and social policy, both real and as well as community building and orga-
proposed. nizational assessment.
A student completing a BFA Degree together with the BA in Art Education may substitute Art 498 for Art 499 Senior Show.
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE 120
Minimum cumulative grade point average required for graduation: 2.50.
Cumulative grade point average required in courses in the major area: 2.80.
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE 122
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
Other requirements: Students must successfully complete a service learning option in three courses, one of which
must be a course from the major indicated by an asterisk[*]
At the conclusion of the semester when the student will have completed 108 semester hours, he/she will submit
a portfolio of written work comprised of reports, essays, and research papers from Eng 201, Eng 315, Soc 430,
and two other courses within the Criminal Justice major at the 200-level or above. The minimum passing grade
for the portfolio is a C+ . A student whose grade on his/her initial submission of the portfolio is below a C+ may
revise some or all of the contents of the portfolio and resubmit the entire portfolio.
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE 120
Minimum cumulative grade point average required for graduation: 2.50.
Cumulative grade point average required in courses in the major area: 2.50.
*Students majoring in elementary education are advised to select Geo 168 World Geography and Psy 100
General Psychology from the General Education Curriculum.
**Edu 395 is required for undergraduate students, elective for post-baccalaureate students.
***Passing composite score for Praxis I and reported score for Praxis II (General Elementary - #0014)
required for Edu 495.
Baccalaureate students are required to complete the General Education Curriculum and a subject area
major for Elementary Education. Post-baccalaureate students are required to transfer or complete a
major and have a minimum of 6 credit hours in liberal arts in each of the following: math, science, social
studies, and English to be certified in Maine. Students needing 60 credit hours for provincial certification
may choose electives from a list of approved courses. All students must pass Praxis I (PPST) and the
Praxis II in General Elementary to be certified in the State of Maine.
North of Ordinary ✩ catalogue - ✩ university of maine at presque isle 49
Elementary Education, B.S. - continued
College of Education
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION MAJORS
The Elementary Education Program is designed for students wishing to teach kindergarten through
EDUCATION FACULTY eighth grade. The program requires a General Education Curriculum of 44 credits, a subject area major
all E-mail ends with @umpi.edu for specialization of 30-36 credits and a professional sequence of 48 credits. Students select a subject
William Breton major from the following:
308 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9413 . . . . . . . . .E: william.breton
Tomasz Herzog COURSE NO. COURSE TITLE SEMESTER TAKEN GRADE CREDITS
212 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9429 . . . . . . . . .E: tomasz.herzog
ART SUBJECT AREA MAJOR
Harold Jones
Art 101 Basic Design 3
215 South Hall . . . . . .768-9459 . . . . . . . . . . .E: harold.jones
Art 102 Three Dimensional Design 3
Reginald Nnazor
Art 103 Drawing I 3
204 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9410 . . . . . . . .E: reginald.nnazor
JoAnne Putnam
Art 211 Art History I 3
216 South Hall . . . . . .786-9437 . . . . . . . . .E: joanne.putnam Art 212 Art History II 3
Wendy Ross Art 242 Ceramics I 3
311 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9594 . . . . . . . . . . .E: .wendy.ross ONE of the following courses 3
Todd Russell Art 261 Painting I
307 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9485 . . . . . . . . . . .E: todd.russell Art 285 Watercolor
Barbara Smith Chalou Art 311 Modern Art History 3
304 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9521 . . . . . . . .E: .barbara.chalou Art Electives 6
Theodore Shields TOTAL 30
303 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9418 . . . . . . .E: theodore.shields
Zhijun Wu ENGLISH SUBJECT AREA MAJOR
202 Normal Hall . . . . .768-9435 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E: zhijun.wu Eng 259 Contemporary World Literature 3
Engl 391 Studies in the English Language 3
TWO of the following literature survey courses 6
Eng 240 Medieval and Early Modern Literatures and Cultures
Eng 241 Enlightenment and the Rise of Anglo-American Literatures and Cultures
Eng 242 Modern and Contemporary Anglo-American Literatures and Cultures
ONE of the following writing courses 3
Eng 211 Introduction to Creative Writing
Eng 212 Journalism: News Reporting and Writing
English Electives (300 and 400 level courses) 15
TOTAL 30
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
• GEOLOGY CONCENTRATION
A minimum of THREE of the following courses
Ecy 324 Paleoecology 3
Gey 212 Marine Geology 3
Gey 213 Environmental Geology 3
Gey 322 Paleontology 4
A minimum of 10 credits elected from Bio, Chy, Ecy, Env, Gey, Phy, or Mat designated cours-
es different from those taken as required courses. Bio designated courses must be num-
bered higher than 300. If approved by the faculty advisor, Coe 394 Cooperative Education
and Sci 480 Research Methods in Science may also be taken as electives. 10
• SELF DESIGNED ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION
A plan for a self-designed environmental studies concentration must consist of a minimum
of 20 semester credits of University level course work. The plan must be submitted for
approval by the student's Academic Advisor to the Science Department Program
Committee at least three semesters before the anticipated date of graduation. Once
approved, a copy of the Self-Designed concentration will be to the Registrar and the
course requirements specified in the plan must be satisfactorily completed.
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE 120
Students achieving a GPA of 2.5 or higher have met one of the criteria for admission into the UMPI
Teacher Education Program, should they decide to proceed to a BS in Elementary of Secondary
Education.
**Mlt 203 is offered only during the summer session and is a required course which must
be taken during the summer preceding the sophomore year. The Medical Laboratory Technology
***A minimum grade of C- is required in all Mlt courses in order to be allowed to take Mlt program is a cooperative undertaking involving the
395. Mlt 395 is a 20-week practicum which may begin before the scheduled start of the
University of Maine at Presque Isle, and the University
spring semester. The Director of the MLT Program will make the final decision regarding
scheduling of students to affiliated hospitals during the clinical practicum. Students must of Maine at Augusta. The MLT courses are offered
successfully complete (minimum C-) each clinical rotation to proceed to the next rotation. through compressed video to all compressed video
The Aroostook Medical Center (TAMC), Cary Medical Center, and Houlton Regional
Hospital are the affiliated clinical facilities. sites throughout the state. It combines academic
course work with supervised activities in the labora-
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE 70 tories at the cooperating hospitals. Upon completion,
graduates are eligible to take nationally recognized
Minimum cumulative grade point average required for graduation: 2.00.
Cumulative grade point average required in courses in the major area: 2.25. certification examinations administered by the
American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or
the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory
Personnel (NCA). The MLT program is accredited by
the National Accreditng Agency for Clinical
Laboratory Sciences, (NAACLS), 8410 W. Bryn Mawr
Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631, 773.714.8880.
Clinical affiliates include but are not limited to: The
Aroostook Medical Center, Cary Medical Center,
Houlton Regional Hospital, Northern Maine Medical
Center, and Penobscot Valley Hospital.
Mission Statement: Providing Quality MLT
Education to Communities Across the State of Maine
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
*Students are required to take Bio 161 and Bio 162 to fulfill the science requirement in the General
Education Curriculum.
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
*Students are required to take Bio 161 and Bio 162 to fulfill the science requirement in the General Education
Curriculum.
Degree study in Psychology leads to the SELECT A TOTAL OF 21 CREDITS from the following sets.
Bachelor of Arts degree. All psychology majors com- Students must choose at least TWO courses from each set. 21
plete six foundation courses, seven additional cours- SET I:
es selected from two specified sets, and either Psy/Soc 200 Social Psychology 3
Psy 205 Lifespan Development 3
Practicum or Advanced Research. There are 39 cred-
Psy 235 Abnormal Psychology 3
its in psychology required for the major. Psy 370 Personality 3
Psychology students admitted prior to 2001 may Psy 380 Principles of Counseling 3
elect to complete either the B.A. in Behavioral SET II:
Mat 202 Probability and Statistics II 3
Science, Psychology Concentration, or the B.A. in
Psy 304 Psychology of Learning 3
Psychology. Psychology students who matriculate in Psy 341 Drugs and Behavior 3
2001 or later will pursue the psychology degree. Psy 360 Animal Behavior 3
Psy 372 Assessment in the Behavioral Sciences 3
Individuals seeking certain mental health positions
Psy 448 Laboratory in Cognition 3
in the State of Maine may need to complete the
Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician II SELECT ONE: 3
Certification. See page 79. Psy 480 Advanced Research 3
Psy 496 Practicum 3
ELECTIVES AS NEEDED/DESIRED
*Completion of this course satisfies the mathematics requirement in the General Education Curriculum.
The Secondary Education Major leads to Minimum cumulative grade point average required for student teaching (Edu 495): 2.50.
the Bachelor of Science degree. Graduates of the pro- Cumulative grade point average required in courses in the major area: 2.50.
gram are eligible for teacher certification by the Cumulative grade point average required in courses in the professional education sequence: 2.50.
*Students are advised to take Psy 100 General Psychology from the General Education Curriculum.
Maine Department of Education. This certification is
**Edu 395 is required for undergraduate students, elective for post-baccalaureate students.
recognized by other states with whom Maine shares ***Passing composite score for Praxis I and reported score for Praxis II (French) required for Edu 495.
reciprocity. To be certified to teach academic subjects
in the Secondary School (grades 7-12), a student must Baccalaureate students are required to complete the General Education Curriculum and a subject area
have successfully completed the General Education major for Secondary Education. Post-baccalaureate students are required to transfer or complete a
major in biology, English, mathematics, or social studies. Students needing 60 credit hours for provincial
Curriculum, the professional education sequence, and
certification may choose electives from a list of approved courses. All students must pass Praxis I
the subject area requirements for a total of 128 credit (PPST) and the Praxis II in the appropriate content area to be certified in the State of Maine.
hours. Students are requested to read the Teacher
Education program description and other require-
ments on page 28.
* Provisional Level B Certification is granted when these five course requirements have been met through academic
courses, non-academic courses, approved workshops and/or training, or waivers based on experience.
Course Descriptions
ART 102 THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN ART 212 ART HISTORY II
Anthropology 3 credits. A basic design course of stu- 3 credits. Renaissance to Modern
College of Arts & Sciences
dio projects that explores ideas common Times. Continuation of Art 211. May be
ANT 100 INTRODUCTION TO
to sculpture and environmental think- taken without Art 211. Studio fee.
ANTHROPOLOGY
ing, as well as more specific forms of ART 221 SCULPTURE I
3 credits. The development of the
design and craftsmanship. Studio fee. 3 credits. Basic plastic ideas and mate-
human as a biocultural phenomenon.
ART 103 DRAWING I rials, constructive casting, carving, and
Special emphasis on human paleontol-
3 credits. An introductory course in welding methods introduced. Individual
ogy, race biology, human prehistory and
drawing that emphasizes basic drawing and group critiques of student work
the development of culture.
techniques, an introduction to figure emphasized. Studio fee.
Considerations of such human institu-
drawing, and the development of draw- ART 231 COMPUTER ART I
tions as social/political organizations,
ing as an expressive medium. Studio fee. 3 credits. An introduction to the use of
marriage/family and kinship descent pat-
terns, religions, economics and culture ART 104 FIGURE DRAWING the computer as an art tool through basic
change. The approach is cross-cultural. 3 credits. An introductory course in fig- drawing and painting programs. Studio fee.
Archaeological methods and findings are ure drawing through specific projects and ART 235 VIDEO PRODUCTION
referred to throughout the course. working from a live model. Studio fee. 3 credits. A digital art course designed
General Education Curriculum option. ART 107 EXPERIENCE OF THE ARTS to give students a solid foundation in the
3 credits. A basic survey of creative use of video as a creative medium.
★ expression that explores the content of Includes basic shooting, script develop-
ANT 377 ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD SCHOOL creative disciplines such as music, dance, ment, production skills, and digital edit-
3-6 credits. Introduction to archaeo- film, painting, sculpture, drama, litera- ing. Studio fee.
logical field techniques through excava- ture, culture and the individuals who par- ART 242 CERAMICS I
tion of an archaeological site. Intensive ticipate in creating them, and those of us 3 credits. An introduction to working
training in site survey, excavation tech- who view and hear them. Studio fee. with the properties and the behavior of
nique, recording, analysis and prelimi- General Education Curriculum require- clay and glazes using hand-building and
nary interpretation of archaeological ment. throwing techniques. Discussion on
materials. Students will work with
ART 116 INTRODUCTION TO FILM design quality and clay in relation to
Mi’kmaq and Maliseet tribal members to
3 credits. Examination of the history of other art forms will be stressed. A brief
conduct ethical research and address
motion pictures and television as a fine history of ceramics throughout the
indigenous peoples’ concerns regarding
art medium, from silent film to music world will be covered. Studio fee.
sensitive issues.
video. Screening of representative films ART 251 PHOTOGRAPHY I
ANT/HTY 471 PREHISTORY OF includes early silent film, the ’30s and 3 credits. Photography as a medium of
NORTHEASTERN NORTH AMERICA ’40s, film noir, the western, foreign and creative expression with emphasis on see-
3 credits. Examines the history of north- contemporary. Assignments include ing, dark room procedures, and basic
eastern North American native peoples readings, lectures, and written assign- photographic techniques. Studio fee.
from first evidence to the arrival of ments. Studio fee.
Europeans to contemporary Tribes. ART 261 PAINTING I
ART 203 DRAWING II 3 credits. Basic skills in creating a
Emphasis is placed on theories of initial
3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 103. painting through the use of oils and
human colonization, glacial and postglacial
Intermediate work with drawing prob- acrylics. Various methods of painting are
adaptation, changes in social structure, and
lems, with emphasis on the individual introduced. Emphasis on creative devel-
interaction with Europeans. Examines
student and his or her relationship to the opment. Studio fee.
contemporary controversy regarding
work. Individual and group critiques. ART 270 RELIEF PRINT AND INTAGLIO
Native sovereignty and self determination.
Studio fee. 3 credits. An introduction to concepts
Art ART 211 ART HISTORY I and techniques of relief and intaglio
College of Arts & Sciences 3 credits. The visual arts of the printmaking. Includes carving woodcuts
ART 101 BASIC DESIGN Western tradition from prehistoric times and linocuts, etching copper plates.
3 credits. A foundation studio course to the Gothic age, emphasizing the Black and white
that introduces basic studio materials and ancient Mediterranean world, illustrat- ART 281 FOUNDATION FOR ART
concepts of visual design and color theory ing the place of the fine arts in social and EDUCATION
in two dimensions. Emphasis on develop- cultural life, and developing judgment in 3 credits. No prerequisite. Introduces
ment of visual literacy and encourage- analysis and criticism. Studio fee. historical, philosophical, political, psy-
ment of artistic perception. Studio fee. chological and sociological foundations
of art education; theories of child art; a theory as examined and evaluated student’s age and development.
critical examination of current trends, through video screening of the films of Classroom management and techniques
research, and issues in art education. Federico Fellini, Ingmar Bergman, will be examined. Studio fee.
Extensive research on the literature of art Stanley Kubrick, Rainer Fassbinder, ART 382 CURRICULUM DESIGN
education will be conducted. Francois Truffaut, Jean-Luc Godard, 3 credits. The course will examine
ART 285 WATERCOLOR Akira Kurosawa, Satyajit Ray, and other issues related to the making of an art cur-
3 credits. Introductory course in water- post-WW II filmmakers. Studio fee. riculum for K-12. Special attention will
color that emphasizes figure and land- ART 321 SCULPTURE II be given to the nature of the learner and
scape toward the development of water- 3 credits. Work in this course extends his/her potential and particular needs.
color as an expressive medium. This is the investigation into specific materials Students will have the opportunity to
accomplished through the completion of and construction technologies pertaining create a curriculum that will be aimed at
painting projects from live models and to sculpture forms and the intentions a specific age group.
outdoor subjects. Emphasis placed on and direction of the more advanced ART 383 ART METHODS II
the progressive development of skills sculpture student. A wide range of skills 3 credits. This course will develop var-
using watercolor painting techniques. in welding metal, casting, stone, and ious strategies and examine methods for
Studio fee. wood carving are offered. Studio fee. teaching art at levels 7-12. An important
ART 311 MODERN ART HISTORY ART 342 CERAMICS II component will be to create a portfolio
3 credits. Prerequisites: Art 211 and 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 242. of projects structured around a theoreti-
Art 212. Twentieth Century painting, Provides an opportunity to further cal background pertinent to the student’s
sculpture, architecture, photography, explore the ceramic medium, in hand- age and state of development. Classroom
and other design systems, schools, and building or in use of the potter’s wheel, management techniques will be dis-
masters from Matisse to Damien Hirst. or both. Greater emphasis is placed on cussed. Studio fee.
Studio fee. defining personal objectives, whether ART 400 FINE ART STUDY TOUR
ART 312 AMERICAN ART HISTORY these tend toward production, sculpture, 3 credits. Prerequisite: nine credits of
3 credits. Prerequisites: Art 211 and industrial design, or developing re- Art History or permission of instructor.
Art 212. A survey of American architec- sources for teaching others. Studio fee. An art study tour of cities, museums,
ture, paintings, sculpture, and the minor ART 351 PHOTOGRAPHY II and other cultural sites in another coun-
arts from the colonial period to the pres- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 251. Seeks try. Students work on individual or
ent. Emphasis is placed on identifying an to expand on technical and aesthetic group visual or research projects that
American tradition. Studio fee. considerations developed in relate to the culture and art being stud-
ART 313 19TH CENTURY ART HISTORY Photography I, and to create an environ- ied. Preparatory lectures and research
3 credits. Prerequisites: Art 211 and ment in which individuals can move required.
Art 212. This course covers the major closer to their own objectives in photo- ART/ENG 403 FILM SEMINAR
vanguard movements from Neo- graphic imagery. Greater emphasis on 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 116.
Classicism to Post-Impressionism and knowledge of history of photography Advanced study in specific film genres,
Symbolism. Special interests include and significant trends in contemporary technologies, aesthetics, theory and criti-
Barbizon landscape painting, early photography. Studio fee. cism, or directors.
Realism, Courbet and Scientific ART 361 PAINTING II ART 411 AESTHETICS
Thought, illustrations of the plight of 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 261. 3 credits. Philosophical issues in art are
women in early Realism, the origins of Increased emphasis on a personal direc- examined from both historical and con-
Impressionism, Vincent van Gogh, and tion in painting in relation to a specific temporary perspectives. Writing is used in
Paul Gauguin. Studio fee. interest and continued development of conjunction with specific works of art to
ART 314 ART OF THE NEAR AND FAR EAST technical skills. History of painting and familiarize students with the history of art
3 credits. Prerequisites: Art 211 and significant contemporary trends are theory and to examine contemporary
Art 212. The major artistic movements examined. Development of individual issues such as definition of the work of art,
in Iran, India, China, Japan and related creativity stressed. Studio fee. aesthetics and the natural environment,
areas in their cultural settings. Emphasis ART 381 ART METHODS I and various political issues. Studio fee.
on the philosophical and religious ques- 3 credits. This course will develop var- ART 413 RENAISSANCE ART HISTORY
tions asked of the images. Studio fee. ious strategies for teaching art for levels 3 credits. Prerequisites: Art 211 and
ART 316 CONTEMPORARY FILM K-6. An important component will be to Art 212. European painting, sculpture
3 credits. Critical approaches; specifi- do hands-on projects structured around and architecture of the 15th and 16th
cally the director as auteur and auteur theoretical background pertinent to the centuries with emphasis on the art of
Italy and on the arts as a medium expres- ART 498 SENIOR ART EDUCATION fessional behavior, legal concerns, health
sive of evolving human history and phi- PROJECT care administration and environmental
losophy. Studio fee. 6 credits. Prerequisites: Art 381, Art considerations. Fee.
ART 416 GREAT FILM DIRECTORS SERIES 383, Art 481. A two semester course that ATH 245 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL
3 credits. Examining the filmographies requires the production of a portfolio of 2 credits. Prerequisites: Permission of
of one Master Film Maker: Fritz Lang, projects that reflect personal artistic instructor or program director.
Alfred Hitchcock, Jean-Luc Godard, inquiry. The projects are theoretically CPR/First Aid certification. The course
Martin Scorcese, and others. tied to issues in contemporary Art will contain didactic and preceptorship
Emphasizing an in-depth analysis of the Education and the functional applica- components under the direct supervision
director as auteur and theorist, and their tion of these theories in the classroom. of an approved clinical instructor (ACI)
understanding of the aesthetics of film ART 499 FINE ART SENIOR EXHIBITION and/or a clinical instructor (CI).
language. Screening representative films, 6 credits. Prerequisites: 9 hours in Assignments will be coordinated by the
lectures, written assignments. May be major emphasis. Formulation and in- ATEP Clinical Coordinator and
repeated in differing topics. Studio fee. depth study of an advanced problem Program Director. Fee.
ART 451 PHOTOGRAPHY III based in the student’s major emphasis, ATH/PHE 246 ASSESSMENTS OF THE
3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 351 or per- carried out with the approval and guid- LOWER EXTREMITIES, LUMBAR SPINE AND
mission of instructor. Designed to help ance of a Fine Art advisor. Fall/spring PELVIS
students clarify and establish a personal enrollment in same calendar year 4 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of
★ direction in photography. The student required. BFA: written and oral defense instructor. A lecture and laboratory
will be required to approach his/her of artwork will terminate in a one-person course in which students will develop the
work on very personal terms as a semi- exhibition and thesis. BA Studio empha- knowledge and competencies needed to
professional artist. A one-person show sis: written and oral defense of artwork assess lower extremities, lumbar spine
with accompanying documentation is will terminate in a one-person or group and pelvic injuries. The students will
required. Studio fee. show. BA Art History/Film emphasis: gain knowledge of the signs and symp-
ART 461 PAINTING III oral defense and presentation of thesis. toms of common athletic injuries to the
3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 361 or per- Athletic Training lower extremities. Three hours of lecture
and two hours of lab per week. Offered
mission of instructor. Explore and College of Professional
expand the scope of your personal rela- Programs in the fall semester. Fee.
tionship to painting. Introduces written ATH 101 INTRODUCTION TO ATHLETIC ATH/PHE 342 ASSESSMENTS OF THE
documentation of painting ideas in con- TRAINING AND FITNESS PROFESSIONALS UPPER EXTREMITIES, THORACIC, CERVICAL
junction with studio work. Examination 3 credits. This course will cover the SPINE AND HEAD.
of significant contemporary and innova- historical perspective of athletic training, 4 credits. Prerequisites: Permission of
tive trends in painting. Class presenta- allied health care professions, and the fit- instructor. A lecture and laboratory
tion on a relevant major painter ness industry. Course focuses on the dis- course in which the students will devel-
required. Museum trip(s). Studio fee. ciplines of sport science, sports medi- op the knowledge and competencies
ART 492 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN FINE ART cine, and rehabilitative therapy includ- needed to assess upper extremity, cervi-
3 credits. Prerequisite: 18 hours of art. ing alternative therapy methods. Other cal/thoracic spine, and head injuries.
Independent studies through intensive topics include professional organiza- The students will gain knowledge of the
problems in selected areas of studio art, tions, position statemens, various signs and symptoms of common athletic
art history, or film. May be repeated in employment settings, and national and injuries to the upper extremities and
differing topics with approval of instruc- state ce.rtification and licensure. head. Three hours of lecture and two
tor. Studio fee. hours of lab per week. Offered in the
ATH 244 TECHNIQUES OF ATHLETIC
ART 495 STUDENT TEACHING spring semester. Fee.
TRAINING
15 credits. Prerequisite: Art 498. 2 credits. This course will cover some ATH/PHE 343 THERAPEUTIC
Fifteen weeks of observation, teaching, theoretical issues and all practical aspects REHABILITATION IN ATHLETIC TRAINING
and classroom management under of the athletic training room. Topics 4 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of
supervision and guidance. Students will include bloodborne pathogen control, instructor. Therapeutic rehabilitation
be placed in two different sites (K-6 and supportive taping/wrapping/protective will explore current trends in exercise
7-12 levels). bracing and padding procedures, tech- rehabilitation, muscle testing, evalua-
niques of fitting athletic and orthopedic tion, and analysis of those techniques
equipment, therapeutic massage and and trends. Students will be given the
exercise as well as presentations of pro- opportunity to develop and implement
rehabilitation plans for specific injury ATH 401 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL IV duces the basic principles and levels of
conditions. Three lecture hours and two 2 credits. Prerequisite: permission of biological organization from the cell
laboratory hours per week. Lab fee. instructor, CPR/First Aid Certification through the organism to ecosystems.
ATH 345 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL I and senior status. This clinical experi- The laboratory introduces scientific
2 credits. Prerequisites: Permission of ence is a continuation of the clinical level investigative procedures, methods,
instructor, CPR/First Aid Certification, III course. The class will contain didactic equipment, and techniques as applied to
junior status. The class will contain and a preceptorship components under selected biological phenomena. Three
didactic and preceptorship components the direct supervision of an approved lecture hours and three laboratory hours
under the direct supervision of an clinical instructor (ACI) and/or a clinical per week. Offered fall semester. Lab fee.
approved clinical instructor (ACI) instructor (CI). Assignments will be General Education Curriculum option.
and/or a clinical instructor (CI). coordinated by the ATEP Clinical An honors section of Bio 112/112L
Assignments will be coordinated by the Coordinator and Program Director. Fee. interweaves lecture and laboratory into
ATEP Clinical Coordinator and ATH 404 GENERAL MEDICAL CONDITIONS two 3-hour active learning sessions each
Program Director. Fee. IN THE ATHLETE AND PHARMACOLOGY week. “Lecture-free” teaching with
ATH 346 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL II 4 credits. Prerequisites: Permission of inquiry-based activities is used to explore
2 credits. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. This course is a study of general the topics above.
instructor or program director, medical conditions and disabilities of ath- BIO 113 GENERAL BIOLOGY II
CPR/First Aid certification, junior sta- letes and others involved in physical activi- 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 112 or per-
tus. This clinical experience is a continu- ty. Study of evaluation techniques includ- mission of the instructor. The second
ation of the clinical level I course, which ing interviewing clients, inspection, auscul- semester of a two semester lecture and
provides the students an opportunity to tation, and palpation, as well as pharmacol- laboratory course in biology which serves
apply more advanced skills and knowl- ogy treatments. Three lecture hours and as the prerequisite for upper level biolo-
edge under the supervision of a approved two laboratory hours per week. Lab Fee. gy courses. The lectures introduce the
clinical instructor (ACI) and/or a clinical ATH/PHE 487 ORGANIZATION AND diversity of life through a phylogenetic
instructor (CI). Assignments will be ADMINISTRATION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING survey of major taxa in the five kingdom
coordinated by the ATEP Clinical 3 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of classification system. The laboratories
Coordinator and Program Director. Fee. instructor. This course will provide the introduce the morphology of living
ATH 380 THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES IN student with the necessary knowledge organisms representative of the major
ATHLETIC TRAINING and skills to manage an athletic training taxa. Three lecture hours and three labo-
4 credits: Prerequisites: Permission of facility. Topics include personnel, pro- ratory hours per week. Offered spring
instructor. Students will investigate and gram, information, and financial semester. Lab fee. General Education
analyze indications, contraindications, resources management, facility design Curriculum option.
biophysics, and set-up procedures for and planning, reimbursement, legal and BIO 161 INTRODUCTORY HUMAN
agents that aid in the healing of injury, ethical issues, preparticipation physical ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
reduction of pain, or assistance in the exams and drug testing, computer based 4 credits. (lecture and laboratory)
rehabilitation process. Three lecture record keeping, presentations, policy and Prerequisite: Dec;ared major in PE, AT.
hours and two laboratory hours per procedure development, resumes and First semester of tow semester sequence
week. Lab Fee. interview techniques. (Bio 161, 162) provides students with a
basic background in chemistry, the cell,
ATH 400 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL III Biology tissues, somatic senses, the skeleton,
2 credits. Prerequisites: permission of College of Arts & Sciences
instructor, CPR/First Aid Certification joints, and introduces the muscles.
BIO 112 GENERAL BIOLOGY I Anatomy is covered using scale models
and senior status. This clinical experi- 4 credits Prerequisite: A passing score
ence is a continuation of the clinical level of the human body and dissection of a
on both the mathematics and the science small mammal. Laboratory provides
II course. The class will contain didactic placement tests or, if required, successful
and a preceptorship components under hands on exposure to topics covered in
completion of Sci 012 and Mat 017 or lecture. Three lecture hours and two lab-
the direct supervision of an approved evidence of competency in basic mathe-
clinical instructor (ACI) and/or a clinical oratory hours per week. Fall semester.
matics and science at least equivalent to Lab fee.
instructor (CI). Assignments will be that of Sci 012 and Mat 017. The first
coordinated by the ATEP Clinical semester of a two semester lecture and
Coordinator and Program Director. Fee. laboratory course in biology which serves
as the prerequisite for upper level biolo-
gy courses. The lecture portion intro-
BIO 162 INTRODUCTORY HUMAN Offered even-numbered spring semester. introduction to the structure, evolution
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II BIO 310 ORNITHOLOGY and economic importance of vascular
4 credits. (lecture and laboratory) 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113, or per- plants emphasizing the flowering plants.
Prerequisite: Bio 161. Lecture is a con- mission. A lecture and laboratory course Principles of identification, classifica-
tinuation of Bio 161 and deals with the which presents an overview of the evolu- tion, and nomenclature are studied.
organ systems, special senses, their struc- tion, anatomy, physiology, behavior, and Laboratory includes a survey of vegeta-
ture and function. In the laboratory, ecology of birds. Laboratory activities tive and floral structures used in identifi-
selected physiological experiments are emphasize identification of families and cation, and student collections involving
performed to illustrate lecture topics. local species. Three lecture and laborato- pressing, mounting, databased applica-
Three lecture hours and two laboratory ry hours per week, plus an overnight tion, identification of local plants and
hours per week. Spring semester. Lab fee. Saturday field trip. Lab fee. use of the herbarium. Three lecture
BIO 171 PRINCIPLES OF WILDLIFE BIO 316 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY hours and three laboratory hours per
MANAGEMENT 5 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 (Bio week. Offered fall semester of odd num-
3 credits. This is an introductory class 112 for MLT majors and Nursing trans- bered years. Lab fee.
with no prior knowledge of wildlife nec- fer students) or permission of instructor. BIO 350 GENETICS
essary. It focuses on the history of A lecture and laboratory course which 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 or per-
wildlife management; public attitudes, presents a survey of microorganisms mission of instructor. Using inquiry
values, and perceptions and their social emphasizing fungi and bacteria for stu- based activities, students explore molec-
★ and cultural impacts; economics; animal dents majoring in biology or the health ular and classical genetics including
wildlife with respect to food, cover, pop- sciences. The classification, genetics, DNA, protein synthesis, genetic engi-
ulation ecology and water; forest man- physiology, life history, and ecology of neering, mutations, Medelian inheri-
agement and wildlife. representative microorganisms along tance, mitosis, meiosis, gene mapping
BIO 260 HUMAN ANATOMY AND with virology, immune system, serology, and chromosome abnormalities. Human
PHYSIOLOGY microscopy and biotechnology are stud- heredity and disease are emphasized.
5 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 (Bio ied. Laboratory experiences include cul- Short student presentations throughout
112 for MLT majors and Nursing trans- turing, isolation and identification of the semester. Offered fall semester of odd
fer students) or permission of the bacteria and fungi. Additional compo- number years. Lab fee.
instructor. A lecture and laboratory nents include procedures associated with BIO 360 VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY
course in human anatomy and physiolo- water quality, serology, antimicrobial 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113, or per-
gy for students majoring in biology or testing, phase contrast, and fluorescent mission. A lecture and laboratory course
the health sciences. A functional and microscopy. Three lecture hours and which presents an overview of the verte-
anatomical study of each of the organ four laboratory hours per week. Offered brate evolution, taxonomy, anatomy, and
systems of the human body is followed spring semester. Lab fee. physiology. Laboratory activities empha-
by a corresponding laboratory exercise. BIO 327 BIOCHEMISTRY size local vertebrates and include a field
The human skeleton and laboratory rat 4 credits. Prerequisites: Chy 111 & trip, examination of vertebrate speci-
are the primary anatomical specimens 112 or Chy 121 & 122 or permission of mens, dissections, and experiments.
used for the lab. They are supplemented the instructor. A lecture and laboratory Three lecture and three laboratory hours
with models of the human body. Three course which presents an introduction to per week. Lab fee.
lecture hours and two laboratory hours biochemistry with studies concerning BIO 430 MOLDS AND MUSHROOMS
per week. Offered fall semester. Lab fee. functional groups, buffer systems, bio- 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 or per-
BIO 300 HUMAN NUTRITION chemical classification, and basic bio- mission of the instructor. A lecture and
3 credits. Prerequisite: Any 100 level chemical molecules. Buffers, proteins, laboratory course which presents an
biology or chemistry laboratory course: carbohydrates and lipids are studied by introduction to the fungi. The lectures
A “lecture-free” course using inquiry- qualitative and quantitative techniques study the life histories of the major
based activities to explore nutrients, in the laboratory. Three lecture hours groups with an emphasis on the classifi-
human metabolism, energy balance, and three laboratory hours per week. Of- cation, genetics, physiology, ecology, and
nutrition for fitness and sports, eating fered spring semester of odd numbered economic importance of the higher
disorders, and food safety. During a serv- years. Lab fee. fungi. Laboratories give experience in
ice-learning component, each student BIO 332 PLANT TAXONOMY collecting, database applications, pre-
completes a nutritional assessment of a 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 or per- serving, isolating, culturing, identifying,
volunteer participant using computer mission of the instructor. A lecture and and using fungi in experimental work.
software for diet and activity analysis. laboratory course which presents an Three lecture hours and three laboratory
hours per week. Offered fall semester of BUS 101 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS BUS 202 INTERMEDIATE BUSINESS
even numbered years. Lab fee. 3 credits. This course is intended to COMPUTING
BIO 445 INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY help first year business management stu- 3 credtis. In-depth exploration of the
4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113 or per- dents clarify their business education and advanced features of the Microsoft
mission of the instructor. A lecture and career goals. Basic concepts of manage- Office suite. Integration of spreadsheet
laboratory course in which an overview ment, marketing, operations, finance, and database information into reports
of the organismal diversity within the and human resource management will be and presentations and querying func-
invertebrates is given by studying the surveyed. Classroom lectures will be sup- tions. Students lacking significant prior
biology of selected taxa. This informa- plemented by field trips to local busi- experience with business computing are
tion is coordinated with the labs to criti- nesses and lectures by guest speakers. advised to take Bus 125 or Crj 125 prior
cally examine current hypotheses in phy- BUS 109 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I to enrolling in this class.
logeny and supported by a weekend field 3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 17 (or BUS 205 ACCOUNTING RESEARCH AND
course to a marine biological center. equivalent) An introduction to the study ANALYSIS
Three lecture hours and three laboratory of financial accounting. General 3 credits. Prerequisites: Bus 110.
hours per week. Offered fall semester of accounting principles, forms of business Technology intensive course in which
even numbered years. Lab fee. organizations, and financial statements the use of spreadsheets and database
BIO/ENV 489 SCIENCE SEMINAR are studied. The accounting cycle for management systems will be explored.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Any of the fol- both a service company and a merchan- The course will also provide an overview
lowing majors or minors with junior or dising concern is covered. Additional of accounting databases, and accounting
senior status: science major, science topics include accounting systems and research. Students lacking significant
minor, secondary or elementary edu- special journals, cash, short-term invest- prior experience with business comput-
action major with concentration in biol- ments, receivables, inventories, and plant ing should take Bus 125 Introduction to
ogy or science. Eng 101 and 201. In this and equipment. Business Computing.
Writing Intensive course, students will BUS 110 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II BUS 220 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
learn how to choose an appropriate sci- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 109. A con- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 110.
entific topic for a research project; will tinuation of Bus 109. Coverage includes Accounting for internal decision mak-
complete weekly written and/or oral natural resources, intangible assets, long- ing, planning, and control purposes. The
assignments designed to improve science term investments, liabilities, partnerships manufacturing environment is empha-
writing and presentation skills; will sub- and corporations, the statement of cash sized. Topics include cost behavior and
mit a final manuscript in a form suitable flows, and analysis of financial statements. analysis, relevant costs, job order and
for publication in a peer-reviewed jour- BUS 125 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS process cost systems, budgeting, and
nal; will present their final product in a COMPUTING standard costs.
public forum. Each week, students will 3 credits. Introduction to word pro- BUS 244 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
participate in both peer-evaluations and cessing, spreadsheets, database, and SYSTEMS
discussions of their assignments. other common business applications 3 credits. Prerequisite or Co-requisite:
Business found in the Microsoft Office suite.
Students with significant prior experi-
Bus 200. This course will provide an
introduction to computer and telecom-
College of Professional
Programs ence in business computing are advised munications information systems. Topics
to take Bus 202. covered will include information system
BUS 100 PERSONAL FINANCE
BUS 200 INTERMEDIATE BUSINESS concepts, hardware and software systems
3 credits. Covers budgeting and plan-
COMPUTING components, basics of systems operation,
ning personal revenues, expenses, and
3 credtis. In-depth exploration of the and the ethical use of information sys-
investments. Specific areas include edu-
advanced features of the Microsoft tems in culturally diverse organizations
cation, insurance (life, medical, auto,
Office suite. Integration of spreadsheet and societies. This course is designed to
and real estate), interest rates and the
and database information into reports accommodate non-business majors who
effect on consumer buying and invest-
and presentations and querying func- wish to gain a greater understanding of
ing, real estate (buy, rent or build),
tions. Students lacking significant prior information systems.
mutual funds (load, no-load, open end
and closed end funds), building a portfo- experience with business computing are BUS 245 PROGRAMMING FOR MANAGERS
lio of stocks and bonds, reading and advised to take Bus 125 or Crj 125 prior 3 credits. Prerequisite or Co-requisite:
understanding financial data, and the to enrolling in this class. Bus 200. Programming structure for
need for wills and trusts. modern programming languages used in
businesses. The necessary skills of pro-
gramming design, structures, testing, competence to serve customer needs in a inventories, accounting for property,
documentation, implementation, and competitive environment. Topics plant and equipment, and depreciation.
maintenance are accomplished using include marketing ethics, consumer BUS 362 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II
PC-based programming tools. Provides behavior, new product development, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 361.
MIS students and manager with an market forecasting, sales management, Accounting for liabilities, stockholders’
understanding of how object-oriented industrial buyer behavior, and interna- equity, intangible assets, and long-term
programming can be used to enhance tional marketing. investments. Accounting for leases,
business applications. income taxes, and pension obligations.
BUS 246 INTRODUCTION TO WEB PAGE BUS 341 ENTREPRENEURSHIP BUS 375 TOPICS IN ACCOUNTING AND
DESIGN 3 credits. Managing and growing a FINANCE
3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 200 or per- small business after start-up. Students 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 220 and
mission of the instructor. Hands-on are provided with the background theo- junior standing. Topics in accounting
computer class to teach students how to ries for understanding the role of the and finance not covered by regularly
build Web pages using HTML, entrepreneur. Development of a strategic offered courses. Content varies to suit
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), light Java plan for a growing business allows for current needs. Course may be repeated
Scripting, and a Web authorizing tool. analysis of the issues and problems that for credit.
Students will design and develop web an entrepreneur is likely to encounter. BUS 405 MIS SPECIAL TOPICS
pages for a business and a personal web Increases awareness of Entrepreneurship, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 244. A sem-
★ page. but also teaches critical analysis skills. inar class investigating the newest topics
BUS 320 PROCESS OF MANAGEMENT Fall semester, even-numbered years. in information systems. Using hands-on
3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing. BUS 345 DATABASE MANAGEMENT methodology, delve into an information
Writing Intensive. Management theory 3 credits. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: systems topic relevant to today’s innova-
and practice presented using case analy- Bus 244. This course focuses on the tive businesses. Topics are offered on a
sis. Writing, peer critique, and revision database components of an information rotating basis. This course may be
of individual and group case analyses. system. Topics covered include database repeated for credit as long as the topics
Extensive class discussion and oral pre- models, data structures, storage, are different.
sentations. retrieval, manipulation, and reporting BUS 410 TOPICS IN BUSINESS
BUS 321 HUMAN RESOURCE within organizations. Special emphasis MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT will be placed on database applications 3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing
3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing. within the functional areas of business or higher. Research of an emergent topic
How organizations manage people as a such as human resources, finance, followed by a service learning project
key resource. Topics covered are job accounting, marketing, and operations. designed to help local organizations or
analysis, planning, recruiting and selec- BUS 350 BUSINESS LAW I professionals develop strategies to deal
tion, discriminations laws, training, 3 credits.The study of the legal system, busi- with changes in economic and market
compensation, and collective bargaining. ness ethics, torts, and product liability, with conditions associated with the topic.
BUS 325 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT particular emphasis on contract and sales law. May be taken more than once.
3 credits. Prerequisites: Mat 131 or BUS 352 BUSINESS LAW II BUS 415 OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Mat 140 and Bus 220. This course 3 credits. The study of agency, com- 3 credits. Prerequisites: Mat 140 and
emphasizes the role of the financial man- mercial paper, creditors’ rights and bank- Mat 101. Operations management focus-
ager in forecasting and planning, coordi- ruptcy, business organizations, federal es on those parts of an organization that
nation and control, dealing with finan- securities regulation, accountant legal manufacture products or deliver services,
cial markets, and, primarily, major liability, property law including bail- and form a key linkage between the
investment and financing decisions. ments and landlord/tenant, insurance, organization and its customers. Topics
Coverage includes financial statement and wills and estates. include forecasting, planning, scheduling,
analysis, the time value of money, valua- BUS 361 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I and control of operations. A basic intro-
tion of securities, the cost of capital, cap- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 220. duction will be provided to new concepts
ital budgeting, capital structure, finan- Financial accounting and its basic theo- such as Total Quality Management,
cial forecasting, and managing and ry. Analysis and preparation of financial Statistical Process Quality Control, and
financing current assets. statements, statements of income and Just-in-Time production systems.
BUS 330 MARKETING MANAGEMENT retained earnings, balance sheet and BUS 432 INDEPENDENT AUDITING
3 credits. Marketing considers how statement of cash flows. Accounting 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 220. This
organizations identify their distinctive treatment of current assets, valuation of course provides a logical framework of
the fundamental steps comprising the ing microcomputers and mainframes, BUS/PSY 470 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
auditing process and the application of and the internet.. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 320 or
Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. BUS 446 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS Psy/Soc 200. Organizational behavior
Special attention is given to the Code of 3 credits. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: focuses on how individuals, small
Professional Ethics, the legal liability Bus 345. This course provides students groups, and entire organizations behave
inherent in the Attest Function, the eval- with the concepts and techniques neces- and interact and how changes in the
uation of internal control, and the audit sary to integrate their previous course workplace can result from broader
of electronic data processing systems. work in management information sys- changes in society. The course is intend-
BUS 434 FEDERAL TAXATION I tems into an overall perspective of sys- ed to develop interpersonal ‘people skills’
3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 220. The tems design and operation. Topics cov- and ‘political skills’ that are essential to
student will learn how to determine indi- ered will include systems development effective management.
vidual income taxation including life cycles, systems success factors, and BUS 495 BUSINESS INTERNSHIP
income inclusions and exclusions, systems investigation, analysis, and 6 credits. Prerequisite: senior standing.
deductions, sales, exchanges, and other design. In addition to other course Business majors have the opportunity
dispositions of property. requirements, each student will be during their senior year to apply and
BUS 438 INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND required to complete an MIS design compete for an internship with a local
ACCOUNTING project.. business. Internships can be taken in the
3 credits. Prerequisites: Bus 110 and BUS 451 LEGAL AND SOCIAL areas of marketing, personnel, account-
Bus 125 or Crj 125 or Bus 200 or Bus ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS ing, production, or finance and will nor-
205. This course covers electronic data 3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing. mally take place throughout a fifteen-
processing systems and accounting appli- This course examines the legal environ- week semester. The experiential content
cations. It provides a thorough back- ment in which today’s business enterpris- and student responsibilities will be deter-
ground on data organization for EDP es operate. Topics covered include the mined by the faculty advisor and the
operations documentation and systems judicial system, constitutional law, employer.
design. There will also be a discussion of
the EDP controls in an attempt to pro-
agency, torts, contracts, administrative
law, sales, and the ethical aspects of busi-
Chemistry
College of Arts & Sciences
vide a comprehensive evaluation of the ness decisions.
CHY 111 INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY I
company’s overall internal control. BUS 464 ADVANCED ACCOUNTING 4 credits. Prerequisite: a passing score
BUS 442 MIS PROJECTS 3 credits. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: on both the mathematics and science
3-6 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 244. Bus 362. Specialized topics in financial placement tests or, if required, successful
Service learning opportunity to work on accounting. The accounting treatment of completion of Sci 012 and Mat 017 or
information systems projects. Experience mergers and acquisitions, with special evidence of competency in basic mathe-
work on an information systems project attention to the preparation of consoli- matics and science at least equivalent to
by investigating a technology prob- dated financial statements at the date of that of Sci 012 and Mat 017. The first
lem/opportunity for a real organization. acquisition and post acquisition. An semester of a two semester lecture and
Provides students with the opportunity overview of accounting for inter-compa- laboratory introductory course for stu-
to utilize their communication, team- ny profit and asset transfers. Partnership dents in allied health programs. Topics
work, critical thinking, and project man- accounting and accounting for foreign will include the study of the states of
agement skills while helping an organiza- currency translation. matter, structure of matter, chemical
tion infuse technology into its processes. BUS 466 GOVERNMENTAL AND NOT-FOR- reaction, stoichiometric problems, and
BUS 443 TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND PROFIT ACCOUNTING solutions. Three lecture hours and three
NETWORKS 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 220; laboratory hours per week. Offered fall
3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 244. This Corequisite: Bus 361. Accounting prin- semester. Lab fee.
course focuses on the use of telecommu- ciples, procedures, and reporting CHY 112 INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY II
nications hardware and software to inte- requirements that apply to government 4 credits. Prerequisite: Chy 111. The
grate the components of an information (local, state, and federal) and not-for- second semester of a two semester lecture
system into networks. Topics covered will profit organizations. Analysis and appli- and laboratory introductory course for
include communications devices and car- cation of pronouncements from the students in allied health programs.
riers, distributed processing, and network GASB, fund accounting, financial state- Topics will include acids and bases, reac-
software. Special emphasis will be placed ment preparation, and external reporting tion rates, equilibrium constants, nuclear
on such common applications as e-mail, affecting government and not-for-profit reactions, buffers, and organic chemistry.
voicemail, local area networks, network- organizations. Three lecture hours and three laboratory
hours per week. Offered spring semester. tions with emphasis on mechanisms, and CRJ 200 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL
Lab fee. the relationship between structure and JUSTICE
CHY 121 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I reactivity. Three lecture hours and three 3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and
4 credits. Prerequisite: one year of high laboratory hours per week. Offered Eng 101. The course includes an exami-
school chemistry and a passing score on spring semester of even numbered years. nation of crime statistics including their
both the mathematics and science place- Lab fee. use, abuse, and possible alternatives and
an introductory overview of criminolog-
ment tests with math placement in Mat
121 or higher or, if required, successful
Chinese ical theory in relation to the develop-
College of Arts & Sciences
completion of Sci 012, Mat 017, and ment of criminal justice policy. The pri-
CHI 101 INTRODUCTORY CHINESE mary focus of the course involves a sys-
Mat 117 or evidence of competency in
3 credits. This is an introduction to tematic introductory analysis of the
basic mathematics and science at least
modern standard Chinese (Mandarin) structure and process of the various com-
equivalent to that of Sci 012, Mat 017,
with emphasis on developing conversa- ponents of the criminal justice system.
and Mat 117. The first semester of a two
tional skills by using fundamental gram-
semester lecture and laboratory course in CRJ 201 CANADIAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
matical patterns and vocabulary in func-
general chemistry. Topics will include 3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 101 and
tional and culturally suitable contexts.
stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic Soc 100. An exploration of the workings
Simplified characters are used in this
and electronic structure, periodic rela- of the Canadian criminal justice system.
course, but traditional characters will
tionships and periodic table, molecular From policing, through prosecution to
also be introduced. Basic reading and
★ structure, and gas laws. Three lecture sentencing and incarceration, students
writing will be taught. Some Chinese
hours and three laboratory hours per will discover all aspects of both the tradi-
culture, history, and arts will be intro-
week. Offered fall semester. Lab fee. tional justice system as well as alterna-
duced in this course.
General Education Curriculum option. tives to that system available in some
CHY 122 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II Computer parts of Canada.
4 credits. Prerequisite: Chy 121. The
second semester of a two semester lecture
Science CRJ 250 CRIMINAL LAW
3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 200 and
College of Arts & Sciences
and laboratory course in general chem- Pos 231. A study of the philosophy and
COS 105 COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
istry. Topics include intermolecular application of criminal law. Specific case
3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 121.
forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, studies will be employed.
Introduction to operating systems and
chemical equilibria, acids and bases, CRJ 350 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
structured programming with a high-
ionic equilibria of slightly soluble salts 3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 200 and
level language. Language syntax, includ-
and acids and bases, and an introduction Crj 250. Course covers the Constitution
ing data types, formats, procedures,
to thermodynamics. Three lecture hours in relation to criminal justice, focusing
arrays, recursions, and functions. Design
and three laboratory hours per week. on law enforcement and the courts.
and analysis of computer algorithms,
Offered spring semester. Lab fee. Includes probable cause, the exclusion-
with emphasis on mathematically orient-
CHY 221 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I ed problems. Offered fall semester. ary rule, electronic surveillance, arrests
4 credits. Prerequisite: Chy 122. The and stops, the right to counsel, interro-
first semester of a two semester lecture Criminal Justice gation and the law of confessions, the
and laboratory course in organic chem- College of Professional Fifth, Sixth and Fourteenth
istry. The course presents a survey of the Programs Amendments, identification of suspects,
classes of organic compounds, their reac- CRJ 125 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL entrapment, and the pretrial process.
tions with emphasis on mechanisms, and JUSTICE COMPUTING CRJ/SOC 358 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
the relationship between structure and 3 credits. An introduction to the com- 3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 201 and
reactivity. Three lecture hours and three mon information technologies that are Soc 230. Through a survey of literature
laboratory hours per week. Offered fall basic to the criminal justice field. Topics on various issues within this topic, as
semester of odd numbered years. Lab introduced include file management well as a problem-based service-learning
fee. with PC operating system, word process- project, students will gain an under-
CHY 222 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II ing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation standing of the causes, nature, and
4 credits. Prerequisite: Chy 221. The software and special segment on criminal extent of spousal and intimate partner
second semester of a two semester lecture justice Internet resources. violence. The course will also focus on
and laboratory course in organic chem- criminal justice system responses and
istry. The course presents a survey of the their relative effectiveness in dealing with
classes of organic compounds, their reac- the problem.
CRJ/SOC 372 POLICE AND POLICING to female deviance and criminality in the physiological ecology, population ecolo-
3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 125, Eng Criminal Justice System, and how they gy, community ecology, and ecosystem
201, and Soc 230. The course examines serve as reflections of the views of wider ecology. Three lecture hours per week.
the social, structural, and historical foun- society. Particular attention will be Labs include local field trips. Offered fall
dations of modern policing in relation to focused on portrayals of women who semester of even years.
the nature and function of law enforce- commit non-traditional offenses, and ECY 356 FIELD ECOLOGY
ment. Primary analysis is placed on the their implications in the study of gender 3 credits. Prerequisites: Ecy 355 or per-
nature, structure, and function of law and crime. mission of the instructor. A field and lab-
enforcement in relation to crime preven- oratory course which presents an intro-
tion and control, and police/community CRJ 472 COMMUNITY- AND PROBLEM- duction to selected field and laboratory
relations. A corresponding emphasis is ORIENTED POLICING methods for biotic sampling and the
placed on the development of law 3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj/Soc 372. analysis of habitats, populations, and
enforcement policy toward the end of Preference is given to students that have communities. Six laboratory and field
improving police/community relations had Mat 101 or Mat 201 and Soc/Psy hours per week. Offered fall semester of
and enhancing crime prevention and 311. Course focuses on the development odd numbered years. Lab fee.
control. of traditional reactive policing and com- ECY 457 FIRE ECOLOGY
CRJ/SOC 376 PUNISHMENT AND munity- and problem-oriented policing 3 credits. Prerequisites: Chy 122 and
CORRECTION and the differences between them. Ecy 355 or permission of the instructor.
3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 125, Eng Topics include community mobilization A lecture course which presents an intro-
201, and Soc 230. The course provides strategies, problem-solving methodolo- duction to fire as an important factor of
an in-depth examination of the social gies, crime prevention, crime mapping the environment in terrestrial ecosys-
and historical foundations of the and crime analysis, community organiz- tems. Topics include wildland fuels and
American correctional institution. Issues ing, community policing survey their combustion, fire behavior, fire
relating to the structure and social research, implementing community weather, fire effects, fire regimes, and fire
processes of institutions of confinement policing (and overcoming resistance to management. Up to three weekend field
in relation to problems of treatment and it), evaluating community policing, trips required. Three lecture hours per
rehabilitation are a primary focus. The among others. week. Offered spring semester of odd
course includes a systematic evaluation CRJ/SOC 496 FIELD EXPERIENCE numbered years.
of recidivism, general and specific deter- 3-6 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 200 and
rence, rehabilitation, incapacitation, and permission of the instructor. Supervised
Economics
retribution in relation to the American field experience in a criminal justice
College of Professional
correctional system. Programs
agency (law enforcement, probation and
CRJ/SOC 377 PROBATION, PAROLE, AND parole, courts, criminal justice-related ECO 100 CONTEMPORARY ECONOMICS
COMMUNITY-BASED CORRECTIONS social service agencies, etc.). Course can 3 credits. A one-semester introductory
3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 125, Eng be taken for variable credit (3-6 hours) course in economics for non-majors. The
201, and Soc 230. Course focuses on the depending on the number of hours per course focuses on current controversial
criminal justice and sociological aspects week the student works at the agency. economic issues, teaches the basic eco-
of the development and current practices nomics required to understand each
involving probation, parole, communi-
Ecology issue and debates at least two currently
College of Arts & Sciences suggested solutions. Some of the prob-
ty-based corrections, and a variety of
intermediate sanctions. Students will, ECY 324 PALEOECOLOGY lems the course will address are inflation,
among other things, be expected to write 3 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 113 and poverty and inequality, regulation or
simulated presentence reports and evalu- Gey 113 or permission of the instructor. deregulation, balanced budgets and
ate actual files (with names removed) in A lecture course which presents an intro- budget deficits, economics of nuclear
relation to a variety of simulated deci- duction to the study of how and where war, wage and price controls, and sup-
sions (e.g., whether to recommend pro- plants and animals lived in the past. ply-side economics. General Education
bation or confinement in the Maine Three lecture hours per week. Offered Curriculum option. Fall and spring
Youth Center). spring semester of odd numbered years. semesters.
CRJ/SOC 378 WOMEN AND CRIME ECY 355 GENERAL ECOLOGY ECO 207 MACRO AND MICRO ECONOMICS
3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 201 and 4 credits. Prerequisite: Bio 113, or per- 3 credits. Fundamental principles of
Soc 230. The course explores the dis- mission of the instructor. A lecture and capitalist macro economics including
courses, representations, and responses laboratory course which presents an growth and recession, inflation, unem-
introduction to evolutionary ecology, ployment, the role of government regu-
lation, economic development, and instructional management, and special- EDU 353 READING AND WRITING IN THE
trade. Micro topics include supply and ized practices for accommodating the CONTENT AREA
demand, market structure, and market curricular needs of students with disabil- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200.
failure. Fall and spring semesters. ities. Designed to develop an in-depth knowl-
edge of the current theory and methods
Education EDU 310 THE TEACHING PROCESS
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. involved in teaching literacy in the con-
College of Education
Teaching skills taught through the use of tent areas such as social studies, science,
EDU 150 EXPLORING EDUCATION IN mathematics, art, health, physical educa-
microteaching and other teaching strate-
CONTEMPORARY AMERICA tion, etc. Emphasis will be on integrating
gies: interaction analysis, role playing,
3 credits. A study of the historical, the teaching of reading, writing, and oral
writing behavioral objectives, evaluation,
social, and philosophical foundations of literacy skills with the teaching of con-
creativity, discipline, and readings on
contemporary education and an exami- tent material. This course is required for
contemporary education.
nation of current educational trends and all Secondary Education majors.
programs. Areas of study include teach- EDU 316 ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. This EDU 356 YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE
ing as a career, school laws, governance
course is designed to develop students’ 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. An
of schools, school problems, basic teach-
knowledge of the foundation, concepts, introduction to the pedagogical value of
ing strategies, development of an educa-
form, and function of assessment in the young adult literature in the classroom,
tional philosophy, and an introduction
classroom and methodology about primarily for prospective middle and sec-
to state and national standards for stu-
developing, analyzing, and evaluating ondary teachers. Examination of issues
★ dents and teachers.
assessments, and to provide the opportu- including appropriateness, censorship,
EDU 200 THE LEARNER AND THE diversity, and selection criteria. Emphasis
nities for students to align assessment
LEARNING PROCESS on effective teaching strategies.
with standards, to construct, evaluate,
3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150 and
analyze, and adapt assessment instru- EDU 357 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE
Psy 100. Designed to develop knowledge
ments for various purposes, in various 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. The
and skills relating to human develop-
formats and to interpret assessment study of all phases of children’s literature for
ment, the process of learning, education-
results to enhance students’ learning and the elementary grades including the history,
al motivation, and measurement and
teachers’ teaching. criteria for judging children’s books, and
evaluation. The class explores theories,
EDU 340 TEACHING OF WRITING knowledge of leading authors and illustra-
principles, and models, examines their
3 credits. An introduction to writing tors. Participation in a practicum to devel-
general implications for teaching, and
pedagogy for prospective middle, sec- op theoretical applications.
analyzes their applications in authentic
situations. ondary and college teachers of writing. EDU 358 TEACHING ENGLISH IN THE
May examine elementary school issues as MIDDLE AND SECONDARY CLASSROOM
EDU 261 EDUCATIONAL COMPUTING
well. This course explores students’ pre- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 340, 353,
3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150 and
conceptions about writing and writing 356 or permission of instructor. This is
Edu 200. Practical experience in incorpo-
instruction. Topics may also include the capstone experience for English
rating computers into the instructional
writing theories, teaching methods, Education. Integrating principles from
process and an examination of issues sur-
assessment strategies, and issues of gram- Edu 340/353/356, students will design a
rounding the role of computing in public
mar and usage. comprehensive, thematic unit of instruc-
schools. Educational software is used to
EDU 351 TEACHING ELEMENTARY tion for student teaching. Emphasis on
plan, present, and assess instruction. The
READING writing clear objectives, combining dif-
course includes an introduction to word
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. ferent learning strategies, integrating the
processing, games, tutorials, simulation,
Designed to develop an in-depth knowl- Maine Learning Results, and examining
e-mail, and the World Wide Web.
edge of the current theory and practices issues related to teaching.
EDU/SED 301 PROGRAM PLANNING AND
involved in teaching reading in the ele- EDU 359 TEACHING OF FRENCH (K-12)
CURRICULAR ADAPTATION FOR
mentary school. This class identifies 3 credits. A seminar style course
EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS
instructional strategies for reading and designed to introduce both practical and
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. This
the language arts, and examines class- theoretical approaches to the teaching of
course covers the organization and plan-
room organizational and management French. Topics include a study of con-
ning process for students with disabili-
techniques. flicting philosophies of language learn-
ties, including the Pupil Evaluation
ing, a survey of current methods, use of
Team (PET) process, IEP development,
audio-visual aids, testing procedures and
and writing goals and objectives. Topics
lesson planning.
include writing behavioral objectives,
EDU 361 TEACHING SCIENCE IN THE EDU 366 TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN THE EDU 375 WABANAKI EDUCATION
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 150 or per-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150, Edu mission of instructor. Examines the
Emphasis placed upon examination of 200, Mat 111, and Mat 112. Designed teaching-learning process for Wabanaki
curriculum projects and trends in ele- to acquaint students with the founda- students (Maliseet, Mi’kmaq,
mentary science, selection and construc- tions of teaching mathematics and to Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot), includ-
tion of teaching materials, study of explore content, strategies, materials, ing educator’s roles, role relationships,
selected topics in various science areas, organizational structure, and assessment institutional goals, curriculum, class-
research and use of science teaching procedures. room environment, and teaching strate-
strategies, and care and use of living and EDU 368 TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN THE gies. Informal aspects include the role of
non-living science materials. SECONDARY SCHOOL Elders, upbringing of Wabanaki chil-
EDU/SED 362 LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. dren, traditions, learning styles, values,
IN EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS Focuses on strategies in presenting math- workviews and cultural influences.
3 credits. Provides students with an ematical concepts, evaluation procedures EDU 376 TEACHING HEALTH AND
understanding of language development specific to mathematics, selected topics PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN THE
from birth to early adulthood (both typ- in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ical and atypical), effects of language techniques for facilitating problem solv- 3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 200 and
delays and disorders on cogni- ing and reasoning, and creating an inter- Psy 100. Methods and techniques in
tive/affective performance. Emphasizes est in mathematics. Planning and pro- teaching health and physical education
biological, psychological, and sociologi- viding for individual differences is an including lesson and program planning,
cal foundations. Theory and practical important component of this class. observation and demonstration lessons,
activities utilized. Provides a context for EDU 371 TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN evaluation techniques, and experiences
working with children with exceptional- THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in teaching. Stress is on the three areas
ities in school settings. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. This basic to school health education.
EDU 363 TEACHING SCIENCE IN THE course examines objectives, methods, EDU/SED 377 GUIDING POSITIVE
SECONDARY SCHOOL materials, and assessment techniques in BEHAVIORS
3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. social studies programs. Concepts, skills 3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150 and
Emphasis placed upon examination of and values are emphasized through the Edu 200. This course focuses on
curriculum projects and trends, selection construction of a teaching unit. explanatory models and methods for
and construction of teaching materials, EDU 373 TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN dealing with student misbehavior.
study of selected topics in science areas, THE SECONDARY SCHOOL Characteristics of students with special
involvement with several science teach- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Edu 200. The needs and related Maine special educa-
ing strategies, review of research in sci- student will create instructional plans in tion regulations are covered. Cooperative
ence education, and care and use of liv- history, the social sciences, and interdis- and student-centered disciplinary strate-
ing and non-living science materials. ciplinary topics such as multicultural gies are emphasized, with an emphasis
EDU 365 INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES IN and controversial issues, with an empha- on prevention and improving social
SPECIAL EDUCATION sis on concepts, skills, and values. Clear skills. Collaborative teaming and cultur-
3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 387 and goals, selected materials, and a variety of ally responsive teaching approaches are
methods course. Explores methods of methods and assessments will be used in discussed.
teaching students with special needs, the development of a unit. EDU 378 CREATIVITY IN THE CLASSROOM
highlighting effective strategies such as EDU/SOC 374 WABANAKI STUDIES 3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150 and
direct/indirect instruction, interactive 3 credits. Historical and contemporary Edu 200. Focuses on the characteristics,
instruction, experiential learning and issues related to Wabanaki people theories, and research regarding creativity,
independent study. Also cooperative (Passamaquoddy, Penobscot, Wolastoq, creative environments, and creative peo-
learning, differentiated curriculum, and Mi’kmaq, and Abenaki) are examined. ple; use of creative problem solving and
the use of the multiple intelligences the- Students analyze the contemporary situ- creative thought processes in and out of
ory; content-based approaches; assistive ation of Wabanaki people and historical the classroom. Prepares pre-service teach-
technology; and developing partnerships interactions among Wabanaki people ers to address Guiding Principle III of the
between classroom and special education and European settlers. Contributions of Maine Learning Results which requires
teachers. Wabanaki people to the social, econom- K-12 students to leave school as creative
ic, political, and cultural development of and practical problem solvers. Creative
settler societies are discussed. assessments and assignments are used.
EDU/SED 387 TEACHING STUDENTS WITH teaching of writing, and writing center 3 credits, non-degree. A course
SPECIAL NEEDS IN INCLUSIVE theory and practice with a focus on designed to help students prepare for
CLASSROOMS informed tutoring and teaching practice. reading a variety of texts in college-level
3 credits. This course focuses on teach- EDU 395 INTERNSHIP IN TEACHER courses. Because reading is a creation of
ing students with special needs in gener- EDUCATION meaning, the course emphasizes the
al education classrooms. Understanding 3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 150 and techniques of effective, active reading,
the nature and characteristics of learning Edu 200, completion of Professional including determining the purpose for
and behavior problems, instructional Education sequence or permission of which a text was written, previewing
strategies, differentiated learning, educa- instructor. Observation and participa- content, predicting outcome, asking
tion regulations, and modifications for tion including sequential teaching in a questions, paraphrasing, and rereading.
specific categories of disability are cov- K-12 setting in preparation for student ENG 101 COLLEGE COMPOSITION
ered. teaching. Seminars on-campus or on-site 3 credits. The first part of a two-semes-
EDU/SED 388 CLASSROOM INTERVENTION are a requirement of the course. ter sequence in writing, reading, and
STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS AT RISK AND EDU 495 STUDENT TEACHING critical thinking. Emphasis on exposito-
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 15 credits. Prerequisites: Please see ry prose, including rhetorical strategies
3 credits. Prerequisites: Edu 200 and Eligibility for Student Teaching on page such as observation, explanation, and
Edu/Sed 387 or permission of instructor. 28. Fifteen weeks of observation and persuasion. Development of awareness
Students are assigned to a student at teaching under supervision and guid- and refinement of the student’s own
★ risk/with special needs; a plan of inter- ance. Special workshops, conferences, writing process. Some attention to gram-
vention is developed and implemented. and group discussions are held to pro- mar and syntax, as warranted by student
Emphasis is on monitoring on-going vide assistance to student teachers. writing.
instruction; problem solving with school EDU 496 INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL ENG 151 INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE
staff and course participants. Students PRACTICUM 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101. An
will maintain a journal of interventions 3 credits. Prerequisite: permission of introduction to understanding and
and responses. the instructor. A supervised individual interpretation of diverse literary texts in
EDU 389 SPECIAL TOPICS IN EDUCATION experience designed to give students an context. Some attention to literary tech-
1-6 Credits. Prerequisites: Education opportunity to work with students and niques, critical perspective, and genre
major with at least 60 credits including school personnel to examine techniques conventions. The course will include
at least 9 credits in Education or permis- and content pertaining to a proposed introduction in writing critical essays.
sion of faculty. An elective course cover- topic and subject area such as reading, ENG 201 ADVANCED COLLEGE
ing an Education topic or allowing writing, math, science, social studies, or COMPOSITION
extended study such as curriculum an interdisciplinary area. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101. This
design in a content area under the guid- course offers systematic instruction in
ance of an appropriate faculty member. English writing and thinking, beyond the level
College of Arts & Sciences
EDU 390 READING INTERVENTION expected in Eng 101 and 151. Rigorous
STRATEGIES ENG 11 FOUNDATIONS FOR COLLEGE study of exposition and argument, as
3 credits. This course combines read- COMPOSITION employed in academic disciplines, and in
ing theory with practical experience for 3 credits, non-degree. A writing course conjunction with the student’s own intel-
students who wish to increase their designed to help students prepare for lectual and personal development.
understanding of the reading process. college-level composition courses, with Sections may focus on different topics,
Apply scientifically based reading inter- emphasis on writing and reading brief each enabling inquiry across disciplines,
vention strategies while working in a essays. Through practice, students but a core writing sequence will be taught
local elementary school tutoring a strug- strengthen essentials of their writing in each, including summary and response
gling reader. process, including selecting a topic, iden- to texts, inventions of ideas through the
tifying a purpose, forming a thesis, reading process, generation and evalua-
EDU/ENG 393 WRITING THEORY AND
organizing an essay, and revising a draft. tion of arguments, synthesis of different
PRACTICE
Collaborative learning is encouraged. sources, and research methods.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 201 or per-
Grammar and usage are addressed pri-
mission of the instructor. Introduction
marily in the context of writing essays.
to Composition Theory and Practice
with particular emphasis on the one-on-
one writing center consultation. Study of ENG 211 INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE
scholarship on writing, rhetoric, the ENG 15 FOUNDATIONS FOR COLLEGE WRITING
READING
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101. An alism, migration, and urbanization. dent may submit a portfolio of writing
introduction to the basic principles and Attention to the manner in which litera- to the English faculty and request a waiv-
practices of writing stories, poems, ture engages questions of national and er of Eng 211. Course may be repeated
essays, and plays. Emphasis on selecting individual identity, as well as racial, sex- for an additional 3 credits with permis-
strong subjects, developing materials ual, and ethnic difference. sion of the instructor. A workshop in
from life and from the imagination, and ENG 259 CONTEMPORARY WORLD which students write, read, and discuss
using fresh, exact details. A student may LITERATURE fiction.
submit a portfolio of writing to the 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. An ENG 313 NONFICTION WORKSHOP
English faculty and request a waiver of introduction to and survey of contempo- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 211 or per-
Eng 211. Open to all students. Required rary world literature. Particular attention mission of the instructor. Extensive writ-
for Eng 311, 312, 313, and 314. given to postcolonial authors of the ing and reading of nonfiction essays in
ENG 212 JOURNALISM: NEWS REPORTING Caribbean, Africa, and the Indian sub- genres such as creative nonfiction, auto-
AND WRITING continent. Topics may include magical biography, travel writing, science writ-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101 or per- realism, the relationship of indigenous ing, and nature/environmental writing.
mission of the instructor. An introduc- authors to metropolitan culture centers, Course may be repeated for an addition-
tion to basic newspaper style. Students postmodern and postcolonial identity, al 3 credits with permission of the
will learn the principles and practices of nationalism, and contemporary critical instructor.
local news-gathering by developing and approaches to non-Western literature. ENG 314 SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
maintaining beat assignments with the ENG 308 STUDIES IN SHORTER FICTION 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 211; a stu-
University Times. Workshop format; 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. dent may submit a portfolio of writing
topics will include specialized tasks such Consideration of theory and practice in to the English faculty and request a waiv-
as sports writing and feature writing, shorter fiction. Reading and analysis of er of Eng 211. Course may be repeated
journalism ethics, and basic editing tech- short stories and novellas. Focus varies, for an additional 3 credits with permis-
niques. and may include development of the sion of the instructor. A workshop in
ENG 240 MEDIEVAL AND EARLY MODERN short story, experimental short stories, or which students write, read, and dicuss
LITERATURES AND CULTURES the short story and tale. screenplays and dramatic literature.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 Survey ENG 309 STUDIES IN THE NOVEL ENG 315 PROFESSIONAL WRITING
of literature in English from the Anglo- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 101 and
Saxon period through the 17th century Consideration of the theory and practice Eng 201, or permission of instructor.
in both England and the Americas. of novels, through reading and analysis. Writing for the professional workplace,
Emphasizes the formation of major gen- Focus varies and may include origins of including instruction and practice in
res in the Middle Ages and the the novel, sentimentality and the novel, common types such as memos and
Renaissance as well as indigenous litera- or the historical novel. reports as well as development of profes-
tures prior to colonization and settle- ENG 310 STUDIES IN POETRY sional writing style. Focus on how a doc-
ment. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. ument’s intended readership and pur-
ENG 241 ENLIGHTENMENT AND THE RISE Consideration of the theory and practice pose shape choices such as inclusiveness,
OF ANGLO-AMERICAN LITERATURES AND of poetry, through reading and analysis. organization, and design.
CULTURES Focus varies and may include poetry of a ENG 316 ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 Survey particular genre (sonnet, lyric), subject WRITING
of Anglo-American literature emphasiz- matter (war, political, pastoral), or time 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 315 or per-
ing generic, cultural, and political devel- and place (metaphysical poetry). mission of the instructor. Further devel-
opments in a trans-Atlantic context. ENG 311 POETRY WORKSHOP opment of professional writing compe-
Readings in autobiography, travel and 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 211 or per- tencies, to meet targeted career goals.
slave narratives, lyric, narrative and moc- mission of the instructor; a student may Course focus varies, sometimes empha-
epic poetry, the essay and the novel. submit a portfolio of writing to the sizing one or more specific document
ENG 242 MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY English faculty and request a waiver of types (such as grant writing or software
ANGLO-AMERICAN LITERATURES AND Eng 211. Course may be repeated for an documentation) or sometimes more
CULTURES additional 3 credits with permission of global strategies (such as technical edit-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 Survey the instructor. A workshop in which stu- ing or document design).
of realist, naturalist, modernist, and dents write, read, and discuss poetry.
postmodernist literary movements in the ENG 312 FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP ENG 317 WORKSHOP IN JOURNALISM
context of industrial revolutions, imperi- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 211; a stu- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 212 or per-
mission of the instructor. Practice in 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. individual, cross-dressing and disguise,
news, feature, and editorial writing, with Advanced studies in American literature kingship and revenge, Elizabethan the-
expected publication in The University prior to the First World War. Topics may atrical conventions, and recent film pro-
Times. Experience with desktop publish- include the evolution of a distinctive ductions. Works by other Renaissance
ing, layout and design, advertising, busi- American literature, slave narratives, playwrights may be addressed.
ness management, and copy editing. poetry, and topics such as the emergence ENG 368 STUDIES IN RENAISSANCE
ENG 355 STUDIES IN EARLIER ENGLISH of Transcendentalism, westward expan- DRAMA
LITERATURE sion, and industrialization and increased 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. A sur-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. economic and class tension. Authors vey of English drama (1590-1630) and
Advanced studies in the literature of may include Bradstreet, Crane, its cultural contexts, with emphasis on
England prior to 1789. Individual Dickinson, Dreiser, Emerson, playwrights other than Shakespeare.
semester offerings may focus on litera- Hawthorne, Jacobs, Melville, Poe, Topics may include dramatic genres and
ture of Medieval England, the Stoddard, Stowe, Twain, and Whitman, their social/political implications; con-
Renaissance, or the Enlightenment, depending upon the focus in any given structions of gender and sexuality in dra-
when recognizably modern cultural semester. matic contexts; imperialism and the
arrangements developed in England and ENG 359 STUDIES IN TWENTIETH- state; city comedy and the rise of capital-
its colonies. Attention to the intersection CENTURY AMERICAN LITERATURE ism.
of politics, aesthetics, and social tradi- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. ENG/PHI 369 TOPICS IN RELIGION AND
★ tions, as well as generic forms such as the Advanced studies in American literature LITERATURE
epic, Renaissance and 18th century following the First World War, the time 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 or Phi
drama, lyric poetry, the pastoral, and of the nation’s rise to status as a world 151. Comparative studies of literary and
satire. power and the parallel ascendance of its religious texts, from various eras. Topics
ENG 356 STUDIES IN NINETEENTH- literature. Topics may include realism may include Studies in the Bible in mod-
CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE and naturalism, modernist poetry, indus- ern English translation; Literature of
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. trialization and increased economic class World Religions, studies in original texts
Advanced studies in the literature of tensions, the emergence of regional and of world religions; Poetry and Religion,
Britain prior to the Romantic popular literatures, the modern novel, exploring religious themes in poetry;
Revolution (c.1789) through the reign and postmodern literary and cultural Religion and Film, critical studies of reli-
of Queen Victoria. Individual semester developments. Authors may include gious themes in film.
offerings may focus on Romantic or Fitzgerald, Faulkner, Frost, Hemingway, ENG 370 MAINE WRITERS
Victorian poetry, the Gothic or Morrison, Olds, Plath, Pynchon, Rich, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 102.
Victorian novel, changing concepts of Steinbeck, and Walker. Reading and discussion of the works of
the self and nature, and the growth of ENG 360 LITERATURE OF THE SEA Sarah Orne Jewett, E.A. Robinson, E.B.
industrialization and imperialism. Major 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. The White, May Sarton, Theodore Enslin,
writers may include Blake, Wordsworth, sea has long been viewed by Western civ- Cathy Pelletier, Carolyn Chute, John
and Keats; Tennyson and Browning; ilization with a mixture of mysticism, Gould, Ruth Moore, and others.
Austen, the Brontes, Dickens and Hardy. fascination, and dread. Writers (and cul- ENG 372 LITERATURE AND FILM
ENG 357 TWENTIETH-CENTURY BRITISH tures) have viewed it as a source of terror 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 116 or Eng
AND COMMONWEALTH LITERATURE and a threat to the known; we impress 151. The course will examine the rela-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. Prose our greatest, most primal fears upon the tionship between the word and image as
and/or poetry of modern and postmod- ocean (Jaws), as well as our curiosity it has evolved throughout the 20th and
ern Britain, the Commonwealth, and the (Darwin’s Voyage of the Beagle) and our 21st centuries in various filmic and liter-
cultures of its former empire. Topics may hopes for salvation (Moby Dick). Study ary genres. Topics may include film noir
include Modernist poetry, the psycho- of a wide range of genres and authors, and pulp fiction, women and film, adap-
logical novel, utopian and dystopian including Homer, Poe, Thoreau, tations, and detective film and fiction.
visions, and postcolonial literature. Melville, Walcott, and Linda Greenlaw. ENG 376 NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES
Authors may include Atwood, Auden, ENG 367 STUDIES IN SHAKESPEARE 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. Study
Conrad, Forster, Joyce, Lawrence, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. Study of Native American literatures. Students
Munroe, Naipaul, Ondaatje, Rushdie, of selected plays of Shakespeare, will investigate oral (storytelling per-
Woolf, and Yeats. approached from various critical and cul- formances), ethnographic, and “literary”
ENG 358 STUDIES IN AMERICAN tural perspectives. Topics may include texts (poetry, novels), as well as how one
LITERATURE BEFORE 1900 Shakespeare and the formation of the can read, write about, and teach indige-
nous literatures in a non-colonizing way. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. A pret what they mean in terms of upcom-
Special attention to works by indigenous study of the development of the English ing weather. Emphasis will be placed on
peoples of the Northeast. language from its earliest known stage to the weather of northern Maine.
ENG/PHI 374 TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY AND present-day British and American ENV 305 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
LITERATURE English. Consideration of aspects of 4 credits. Prerequisites: Chy 122, Ecy
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 or Phi sound, word formation, syntax, and 355, and Gey 112 or permission of the
151. Comparative studies of philosophical vocabulary; and of cultural influences on instructor. A lecture and laboratory
and literary texts. Topics may include linguistic change and social attitudes course which presents an introduction to
Literature and Environmental Ethics, stud- affecting usage. The course will ac-quaint selected instruments and instrumenta-
ies in nature writing; Literature of Peace the student with some of the concerns of tion applicable to the measurement of
and Justice, studies of Thoreau, Gandhi, linguistics, etymology, and philology. physical and chemical properties of
King and others; The Sixties, poetry and ENG/EDU 393 WRITING THEORY AND water germane to environmental issues.
arts of the Beat Generation, and their PRACTICE Required field trip(s). Three lecture
descendants, influence of Eastern religions; 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 201 or per- hours and three laboratory hours per
Ethics, Literature and Society. mission of the instructor. Introduction week. Offered fall semester each even
ENG 378 AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE to Composition Theory and Practice numbered year. Lab fee.
FROM THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE TO THE with particular emphasis on the one-on- ENV 308 GIS I—FUNDAMENTALS OF GIS
PRESENT one writing center consultation. Study of 4 credits. Prerequisite: Math and sci-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 102. A scholarship on writing, rhetoric, the ence general education core course. This
study of representative works of African- teaching of writing, and writing center course introduces students to basic con-
American poets, novelists, essayists from theory and practice with a focus on cepts and techniques of digital mapping.
1920 to the present, including such writ- informed tutoring and teaching practice. Topics include location referencing
ers as W.E.B. Dubois, Langston Hughes, ENG/ART 403 FILM SEMINAR methods, data collection techniques,
Richard Wright, James Weldon Johnson, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Art 116. spatial data models and structure, geo-
Zora Neale Hurston, Ralph Ellison, Toni Advanced study in specific film genres, database creation and manipulation,
Morrison, James Baldwin, Claude technologies, aesthetics, theory and criti- basic spatial queries and problem solving
McKay, Paule Marshall, Alice Walker, cism, or directors. with GIS.
and Ernest Gaines.
ENG 387 TOPICS IN RHETORIC
Environmental ENV 408 GIS II—GIS APPLICATION AND
ADVANCED SPATIAL ANALYSIS
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 201. Study Studies 4 credits. Prerequisite: Successful com-
of rhetorical theory and critical reading College of Arts & Sciences pletion of GIS I. GIS II focuses on GIS
of essays and/or speeches. Topics may ENV 110 INTRODUCTION TO applications such as geocoding, georefer-
include the history of rhetoric, contem- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE encing, and CAD data conversion, and
porary rhetoric, women’s rhetoric, and 3 credits. Prerequisite: A passing score on advanced raster- and TIN-based spa-
persuasive writing. on the science placement test or, if tial and 3D analyses such as digital ter-
ENG/PHI 388 LITERARY THEORY AND required, successful completion of Sci rain modeling, and surface analysis. GIS
CRITICAL PRACTICE 012 or evidence of competency in basic II also requires each student to work on
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. An science at least equivalent to that of Mat a GIS project.
introduction to literary theory with 012. A lecture course which presents an BIO/ENV 489 SCIENCE SEMINAR
emphasis on its application to critical introduction to the scientific study of 3 credits. Prerequisite: Any of the fol-
practice. Study of particular approaches our environment. Topics include basic lowing majors or minors with junior or
may include structuralism, psychoanaly- ecological principles, human population senior status: science major, science
sis, Marxism, deconstruction and post- dynamics, environmental health, biolog- minor, secondary or elementary edu-
modern theory, and feminism(s). ical resources, physical resources and pol- action major with concentration in biol-
Attention to the interdisciplinary nature lution, resource economics, and waste. ogy or science. Eng 101 and 201. In this
of contemporary theory and its critique Three lecture hours per week. Offered Writing Intensive course, students will
of the assumptions governing our inter- spring semester. learn how to choose an appropriate sci-
pretation of texts. ENV 120 METEOROLOGY entific topic for a research project; will
3 credits. Students will learn about complete weekly written and/or oral
basic weather systems (highs, lows, assignments designed to improve science
ENG 391 STUDIES IN THE ENGLISH fronts, etc.). Students will also learn how writing and presentation skills; will sub-
LANGUAGE to identify cloud formations and inter- mit a final manuscript in a form suitable
for publication in a peer-reviewed jour- FRE 211 FRENCH FOR PROFESSIONALS 3 credits. Prerequisite: permission of the
nal; will present their final product in a 3 credits. Prerequisites: Fre 101 and Fre instructor. A systematic and in-depth
public forum. Each week, students will 102 or permission from the instructor. analysis of French grammar with ample
participate in both peer-evaluations and This practical course prepares students to opportunity for application in writing and
discussions of their assignments. function in a francophone environment. speaking. Constant comparison is made
Francophone students are especially between the French and English languages.
First-Year encouraged to take this course. Coverage General Education Curriculum option.
Seminar includes forms, letter writing, telephone
Geography
Interdisciplinary etiquette, health issues, writing a CV, ads,
College of Arts & Sciences
FYS 100 FIRST-YEAR SEMINAR and comparative cultural situations.
Authentic documents and Internet GEO 168 WORLD GEOGRAPHY
1 credit. Required of all entering stu-
Francophone servers will be used. 3 credits. This course will provide a
dents with fewer than 12 college credit
General Education Curriculum option. contemporary survey of continents and
hours. Provides a seminar-style environ-
countries, and will study man-land inter-
ment promoting problem posing, dis- FRE 301 FRANÇAIS IDIOMATIQUE:
relationships with attention to cultural
cussion, experiential learning, and criti- IDIOMATIC FRENCH
geography. General Education
cal thinking methods addressing an 3 credits. Prerequisite: permission of the
Curriculum option.
annually chosen theme. Computer instructor. A systematic study of French
applications, study habits, time manage- expressions that cannot be reduced to the Geology
★
ment and research methods are intro- rules of formal grammar as well as color- College of Arts & Sciences
duced. ful expressions used by the French. Use of GEY 112 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY
French French cartoons and comic books.
General Education Curriculum option.
4 credits. Prerequisite: a passing score on
both the mathematics and science place-
College of Arts & Sciences
FRE 321 CONVERSATION DIRIGÉE: ment tests or, if required, successful com-
FRE 101 FRANÇAIS ELÉMENTAIRE I:
ADVANCED CONVERSATION pletion of Sci 012 and Mat 017 or evi-
ELEMENTARY FRENCH I
3 credits. A course designed to develop dence of competency in basic mathemat-
3 credits. Basic listening comprehen-
sophisticated speaking and understand- ics and science at least equivalent to that of
sion, speaking, reading, and writing
ing skills through the use of French Sci 012 and Mat 017. The first semester of
skills with an emphasis on spoken
newspaper articles, television, and film. a two-semester lecture and laboratory
French. Culture is an important compo-
This course can be repeated for a total of course in geology, which serves as the pre-
nent of the course. General Education
6 credits. General Education requisite for upper level geology courses.
Curriculum option.
Curriculum option. The lecture presents a study of the earth
FRE 102 FRANÇAIS ELÉMENTAIRE II: and the processes that shape it. The labo-
FRE 331 LECTURES COMMENTÉES:
ELEMENTARY FRENCH II ratory includes identification of minerals
SELECTED READINGS
3 credits. Continuation of Fre 101. and rocks, and mapping exercises. Three
3 credits. A course designed to guide
Emphasis on spoken French and French cul- lecture hours and two laboratory hours per
students in reading for context and
ture. General Education Curriculum option. week. Offered fall semester. Lab fee.
appreciation. Selections are from French,
FRE 201 FRANÇAIS INTERMÉDIAIRE: GEY 114 HISTORICAL GEOLOGY—HISTORY
French-Canadian, and African authors
INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I OF LIFE
and deal with everyday as well as histor-
3 credits. Prerequisites: Fre 101 and 3 credits. Prerequisite: Gey 112 or per-
ical issues. General Education
Fre 102 or permission of the instructor. mission of the instructor. The second
Curriculum option.
Intermediate level conversation centered semester of a two semester sequence that
FRE 341 COMPOSITION FRANÇAISE:
around communicative functions within serves as a prerequisite for upper level
CREATIVE WRITING
a cultural background. General geology courses. The course presents his-
3 credits. Prerequisite: permission of
Education Curriculum option. torical perspective of the history of the
the instructor. This course, designed to
FRE 202 FRANÇAIS INTERMÉDIAIRE: earth, with an emphasis on the evolution
encourage expression in several genres,
INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II of life as seen in the fossil record. An
including poetry and short story, pro-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Fre 201 or per- emphasis of the course is on the under-
vides a review of more difficult grammar
mission of the instructor. Intermediate standing and use of the geologic time
and acquisition of a broader vocabulary.
grammar class emphasizing correct usage scale. Three lecture hours per week.
General Education Curriculum option.
for writing and speaking and comparing Offered spring semester.
the English and French ways of thinking. GEY 115 HISTORIC GEOLOGY: PLATE
FRE 401 GRAMMAIRE AVANCÉE:
General Education Curriculum option. TECTONICS AND EARTH HISTORY
COMPARATIVE GRAMMAR
3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- course title when offered. with the West, and modernization. This
level history course, or permission of the HTY/POS 371 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS course fills history concentration and
instructor. An in-depth study of the AND MODERN CONFLICTS other departmental requirements for
political and economic culture of the 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200-level non-western history.
unique Russian experience. Emphasis is history course or permission of the HTY/POS 381 FRENCH HISTORY AND
upon “westernization,” territorial expan- instructor. Examines various types of POLITICS
sion and empire building, the develop- world conflicts during the modern period. 3 credits. Examines the major currents
ment of absolutism, and the undercur- May include, but is not limited to, one or of philosophical, political, and economic
rent of rebellion. more of the following: diplomatic, mili- thought that have shaped French politi-
tary, ethnic, racial, class, and religious con- cal institutions since 1789. Analyzes the
HTY/POS 348 RUSSIAN AND SOVIET flicts. Fills history concentration require- simultaneous polarization and fragmen-
STATE: LENIN THROUGH STALIN ments for upper level history electives. tation of French political culture over the
3 credits. Examines the historical cur- HTY 372 THE UNITED STATES, 1783-1865 questions of region, religion, and econo-
rents of Russian thought in which 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200- my. Focuses on the role of the Fifth
Bolshevik doctrine emerged, and ana- level history course, or permission of the Republic in the reconstruction of the
lyzes the ideological and political foun- instructor. Examines major develop- French body politic.
dations of the Soviet state. Themes cov- ments in the United States from inde- HTY 400 INTERPRETING LOCAL HISTORY
ered include the Bolshevik party model, pendence through the end of the Civil 3 credits. Prerequisite Hty 375 or
★ permanent revolution, socialism in one War. May include, but is not limited to, intructor’s permission. This course inves-
country, the Communist International, one or more of the following: legal, eco- tigates local history sources and consid-
the purges, and economic planning. nomic, diplomatic, and military devel- ers the ways in which local records may
HTY/POS 349 RUSSIAN AND SOVIET opments. Fills history concentration be used to illuminate larger historical
STATE: KHRUSHCHEV THROUGH PUTIN requirements for United States history. themes. Enrollment limited to 20 stu-
3 credits. Examines reform and adven- HTY 373 UNITED STATES SOCIAL HISTORY dents. Course fee $30. Field trips are
turism under Khrushchev, stagnation 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200- required.
under Brezhnev, and perestroika under level history course, or permission of the HTY/HON 401 ORAL HISTORY
Gorbachev. The course treats the break- instructor. Examines non-elite groups in 3 credits. Prerequisites: a 100 level and
down of the Soviet Union and the recon- United States history, emphasizing their 300 level history course or permission of
struction of the current Russian State relationships to political, economic, cul- instructor. This course introduces stu-
under Yeltsin and Putin, and the tural, intellectual, and ideological devel- dents to Oral History. Students will learn
prospects for post-Soviet Eurasia. opments. May include, but is not limit- to operate professional tape recorders,
HTY 350 UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL ed to, one or more of the following: research a topic, conduct oral interviews,
HISTORY African-Americans, workers, immi- transcribe their interviews, and organize
3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200- grants, women, Native Americans. Fills findings for presentation. Tape recorders
level history course, or permission of the history concentration requirements for will be provided.
instructor. Examines relationships United States history. HTY 402 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LOCAL
between environment and culture. HTY 375 HISTORY OF MAINE HISTORY
Considers Native American land use as 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Hty 400 or per-
well as the impact on natural resources of level history course, or permission of the mission of the instructor. Through this
colonization, westward expansion, and instructor. Examines the major social, Service Learning course, students experi-
industrialization. Analyzes conservation cultural, economic, and political trends ence local history by researching and
and environmental movements. Fills his- of Maine history. When possible, it will vreating a public history project in con-
tory concentration requirements for focus on the lives of ordinary people. junction with community partner. This
United States history. Fills history concentration requirements course may be taken more than once.
HTY/POS 370 TOPICS IN NON-WESTERN for upper level electives in history. Enrollment limit: 15 students.
HISTORY HTY/POS 377 MODERN CHINA HTY 423 COLONIAL SOCIETY AND THE
3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- 3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- AMERICAN REVOLUTION
level history course, or permission of the level history course, or permission of the 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200-
instructor. This is a basic introductory instructor. A survey of the history of level history course or permission of the
examination of a specialized field in China from the nineteenth century to instructor. Analyzes pre-contact period
African, Asian, or Latin American histo- the present. Three important issues are through the aftermath of the Revolution.
ry. Specific topic will be listed with the Chinese culture, the cultural conflict Emphasizes colonial social structure, ori-
gins and significance of violence, views of Persians in an Age of Conflict. 3 credits, non-degree. Prerequisite:
liberty, equality, and republican govern- Mat 13 or its equivalent. The course
ment, and participation of ordinary per-
Honors introduces the basic concepts of algebra
Interdisciplinary
sons in the Revolution. Fills history con- and is approximately equivalent to
centration requirements for U.S. history. HON 300 HONORS SEMINAR Algebra I in high school. Topics include
1-3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 101 or basic properties and definitions, first
HTY 439 THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1933
approval of instructor. Seminar-style, degree equations and inequalities, expo-
- WRITING INTENSIVE
problem-posing approach to a specific nents, polynomials, factoring, rational
3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200-
educational, cultural, or social issue (vary- expressions, graphing in two dimen-
level history course, or permission of the
ing each semester) involving students, fac- sions, and applications.
instructor. Examines United States histo-
ulty, staff, and administration. Students
ry from the Great Depression through MAT 101 BASIC STATISTICS
select level of involvement. Course may
the present. May include, but is not lim- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 017 or equiv-
be repeated and is open to all students.
ited to, one or more of the following: US alent. Data collection through sampling
government foreign and domestic poli- HON/HTY 401 ORAL HISTORY and experimentation, ethics of sampling
cies/roles, World War II, the Cold War, 3 credits. Prerequisites: a 100 level and experimentation, bias and precision,
and Vietnam. Fills history concentration 300 level history course or permission of graphical and numerical summaries of
requirements for United States history. instructor. This course introduces stu- data, confidence statements, association
dents to Oral History. Students will learn and causation between two variables, prob-
HTY/ANT 471 PREHISTORY OF
to operate professional tape recorders, ability. Offered fall and spring semester.
NORTHEASTERN NORTH AMERICA
research a topic, conduct oral interviews, General Education Curriculum option.
3 credits. Examines the history of
transcribe their interviews, and organize
northeastern North American native MAT 111 PRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATICS I
findings for presentation. Tape recorders
peoples from first evidence to the arrival 3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 017 or its
will be provided.
of Europeans to contemporary Tribes. equivalent. A course designed for
Emphasis is placed on theories of initial HON 421 HONORS SENIOR YEAR PROJECT Elementary Education majors in which
human colonization, glacial and post- 3 credits. Prerequisite: approval of the real numbers and its sub-systems are
glacial adaptation, changes in social Honors Director. Students complete a the- developed. Elementary Education
structure, and interaction with sis or service learning project either on- or majors only. Offered fall semester.
Europeans. Examines contemporary off-campus in their major field of study or
MAT 112 PRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATICS II
controversy regarding Native sovereignty specific area of interest. Intended as self-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 111.
and self determination. directed projects under the supervision of
Elementary Education majors only.
a faculty advisor and the Director of the
HTY 489 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY Continuation of Mat 111 with emphasis
Honors Program. Students generally begin
3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- on selected topics from algebra and
work in the fall and conclude the project
level history course, or permission of the geometry. Offered spring semester.
in the spring semester with a campus pres-
instructor. Occasional areas and subjects MAT 117 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
entation. May be repeated for an addition-
of special interest to students of history 3 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 017 or its
al 3 credits at the Director’s discretion.
and other academic and professional dis- equivalent. A continuation of Mat 017
ciplines. Depending on subject and Mathematics and approximately equivalent to Algebra
approval, this course may fill European, College of Arts & Sciences II in high school. Topics include rational
United States, non-western or pre-mod- MAT 13 FOUNDATIONS FOR COLLEGE exponents, radicals, complex numbers,
ern history concentration requirements, MATHEMATICS quadratic equations, graphing in two
or certain requirements in other concen- 3 credits, non-degree. Emphasis is dimensions, lines, systems of linear equa-
trations or disciplines. placed on the development of skills that tions, logarithms, and applications.
HTY 491 SPECIAL TOPIC IN ANCIENT are essential to the study of mathematics Offered fall and spring semester.
HISTORY at the college level. Topics covered MAT 121 PRE-CALCULUS
3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- include arithmetic operations with 4 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 117 or equiv-
level history course, or permission of the whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and alent. Polynomial functions, rational func-
instructor. Covers a specialized topic in integers; ratio and proportion; percents; tions, exponential functions, and logarith-
the ancient world taught at a senior semi- the metric system; and an introduction mic functions are covered. Special empha-
nar level. Special topics will be chosen to algebra. sis is placed on the trigonometric func-
each time the course is offered. Subjects tions. Other topics include composite and
may include Sexuality in the Ancient inverse functions, and analytic geometry.
World, Roman Slavery, Exploring MAT 17 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA MAT 131 CALCULUS I
Pompeii, the Buried City, and Greeks and
Offered fall semester. temporary and historical approaches. Eastern religions; Ethics, Literature and
MLT 205 BLOOD BANKING/SEROLOGY Students will analyze various ethical the- Society.
4 credits. Prerequisite: Mlt 203 or per- ories, including virtue, utilitarian, and PHI/ENG 388 LITERARY THEORY AND
mission of the instructor. Fundamentals deontological approaches. CRITICAL PRACTICE
of immunohematology and immunology PHI 210 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151. An
with emphasis on blood grouping, cross- RELIGIONS introduction to literary theory with
matching, and antibody identification. 3 credits. Introduction to five religions emphasis on its application to critical
Routine serological tests and quality con- that, because of their impact on world practice. Study of particular approaches
trol are included. Three weekend inten- civilizations, are known as the “great” may include structuralism, psychoanaly-
sive labs and/or review sessions. Offered religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, sis, Marxism, deconstruction and post-
fall semester. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Other modern theory, and feminism(s).
MLT 206 HEMATOLOGY/COAGULATION ancient and modern religions are consid- Attention to the interdisciplinary nature
4 credits. Prerequisite: Mlt 203 or per- ered in relationship to the five. Particular of contemporary theory and its critique
mission of the instructor. Identification emphasis is given to these religions as of the assumptions governing our inter-
of blood cell types and their enumera- active contributors to culture and civi- pretation of texts.
lization, and as shapers of current politi-
tion in body fluids. Various red cell and
white cell disorders are discussed. cal ideologies and dilemmas.
Physical
Coagulation including routine coagula- PHI/POS 343 MARXISM AND THE Education
tion tests, coagulation disorders, and LENINIST REVOLUTIONARY MODEL College of Education
anticoagulant therapy is covered. Three 3 credits. Treats the development of College of Professional
weekend intensive labs and/or review Marx’s thought from classical German Programs
sessions. Offered fall semester. philosophy through historical material- PHE 100 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL
MLT 395 HOSPITAL PRACTICUM ism. Emphasizes the themes of the EDUCATION
12 credits. Prerequisites: Mlt 101-206. dialectic method, alienation, the class 3 credits. An overview of the field of
A twenty-week practicum in hematology, struggle, the theory of capitalist crises, Physical Education. The major areas to
coagulation, blood banking, serology, the revolutionary socialist state, and pro- be covered include the heritage, the
urinalysis, clinical chemistry, and micro- letarian internationalism. Connects the philosophical base, career paths, and cur-
biology utilizing the laboratory facilities Leninist Bolshevik revolutionary model rent trends.
and staff at The Aroostook Medical to the writings of Marx. PHE 102 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING
Center, Cary Medical Center, Houlton PHI/ENG 369 TOPICS IN RELIGION AND GYMNASTICS/ DEVELOPMENTAL MOTOR
Regional Hospital, and Maine General LITERATURE SKILLS
Medical Center (Augusta and Thayer 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 or Phi 1 credit. This course is designed to
campuses). Offered spring semester. 151. Comparative studies of literary and develop the competencies students will
religious texts, from various eras. Topics have to demonstrate in order to meet
Philosophy may include Studies in the Bible in mod- State and national standards in their pro-
College of Arts & Sciences ern English translation; Literature of fessional fields. These competencies
PHI 151 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY World Religions, studies in original texts include knowledge of and movement
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101. of world religions; Poetry and Religion, skills in gymnastics and developmental
Introduction to reading and interpreta- exploring religious themes in poetry; movements but also understanding of
tion of philosophical texts. Emphasis on Religion and Film, critical studies of reli- how gymnastics and developmental
recurring questions that have engaged gious themes in film. movement skills are learned and the abil-
philosophers from diverse cultures, and ity to teach these skills.
PHI/ENG 374 TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY AND
from ancient times to the present, such
LITERATURE PHE 103 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING
as what is of value?, what is reality?, and
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 151 or Phi TRACK AND FIELD
how do we know? The course will
151. Comparative studies of philosophi- 1 credit. This course is designed to
include instruction in the writing of crit-
cal and literary texts. Topics may include develop the competencies students will
ical essays.
Literature and Environmental Ethics, have to demonstrate in order to meet State
PHI 152 INTRODUCTION TO ETHICS studies in nature writing; Literature of and national standards in their profession-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101. This Peace and Justice, studies of Thoreau, al fields. These competencies include
course will help students to address ethi- Gandhi, King and others; The Sixties, knowledge of and movement skills in
cal issues with a greater understanding poetry and arts of the Beat Generation, track and field but also understanding of
and confidence, both in terms of con- and their descendants, influence of how track and field skills are learned and
the ability to teach these skills. teach them. fessional fields. These competencies
PHE 108 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING PHE 115 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING include knowledge of and movement
SOCIAL DANCE BASKETBALL AND SOFTBALL skills in tennis and badminton but also
1 credit. This course is designed to 1 credit. This course is designed to understanding of how tennis and bad-
develop the competencies students will develop the competencies students will minton skills are learned and the ability
have to demonstrate in order to meet have to demonstrate in order to meet State to teach these skills.
State and national standards in their pro- and national standards in their profession- PHE 204 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING
fessional fields. These competencies al fields. These competencies include OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
include knowledge of social dance but knowledge of basketball and softball but 1 credit. This course is designed to
also understand how these skills are also understand how these activity skills develop the competencies students will
learned and the ability to teach them. are learned and the ability to teach them. have to demonstrate in order to meet
PHE 109 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING FOLK PHE 166 TECHNIQUES OF AQUATICS State and national standards in their pro-
AND SQUARE DANCE 1 credit. This course is designed to fessional fields. These competencies
1 credit. This course is designed to develop the competencies students will include knowledge of alpine and cross-
develop the competencies students will have to demonstrate in order to meet State country skiing and mountain biking but
have to demonstrate in order to meet State and national standards in their profession- also understand how these activity skills
and national standards in their profession- al fields. These competencies include are learned and the ability to teach them.
al fields. These competencies include knowledge of and movement skills in PHE 220 TECHNIQUES OF SKI COACHING I
★ knowledge of folk and square dance but aquatics but also understanding of how 1 credit. Prerequisite: Permission of the
also understand how these skills are swimming and aquatic skills are learned instructor. Course will cover basics on
learned and the ability to teach them. and the ability to teach these skills. snow ski racing methods, teaching tech-
PHE 110 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING PHE 174 WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR niques, and waxing for both classical and
LACROSSE AND TEAM HANDBALL 2 credits. Prerequisite: a current Red skating. Will involve both classroom and
1 credit. This course is designed to Cross Advanced Life Saving card. The field sessions.
develop the competencies students will course is designed to enable the student PHE/ATH 246 ASSESSMENTS OF THE
have to demonstrate in order to meet who successfully completes the course to LOWER EXTREMITIES, LUMBAR SPINE AND
State and national standards in their pro- become certified as a Water Safety PELVIS
fessional fields. These competencies Instructor by the American Red Cross. 4 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of
include knowledge of lacrosse and team Pool Fee. instructor. A lecture and laboratory
handball but also understand how these PHE 175 BACKPACKING course in which students will develop the
activity skills are learned and the ability 1 credit. Acquaints students with the knowledge and competencies needed to
to teach them. various individual techniques and skills assess lower extremities, lumbar spine
PHE 113 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING necessary to live for short periods of time and pelvic injuries. The students will
SOCCER AND VOLLEYBALL in wilderness areas. It will include as many gain knowledge of the signs and symp-
1 credit. This course is designed to aspects of backpacking as time permits, toms of common athletic injuries to the
develop the competencies students will including actual packing experiences. lower extremities. Three hours of lecture
have to demonstrate in order to meet State PHE 178 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING and two hours of lab per week. Offered
and national standards in their profession- ARCHERY AND ORIENTEERING in the fall semester. Fee.
al fields. These competencies include 1 credit. This course is designed to PHE 265 MOTOR LEARNING
knowledge of soccer and volleyball but develop the competencies students will 3 credits. Motor development and
also understand how these activity skills have to demonstrate in order to meet State learning as it relates to Physical
are learned and the ability to teach them. and national standards in their profession- Education, and explaining how changes
PHE 114 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING al fields. These competencies include in motor development impacts the learn-
WEIGHT TRAINING AND AEROBICS knowledge of archery and orienteering but ing of motor skills. Various motor learn-
1 credit. This course is designed to also understand how these skills are ing theories are explored with applica-
develop the competencies students will learned and the ability to teach them. tion of these theories to Physical
have to demonstrate in order to meet PHE 203 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING Education and coaching.
State and national standards in their pro- RACQUET SPORTS
fessional fields. These competencies 1 credit. This course is designed to
include knowledge of weight training develop the competencies students will
and aerobics but also understand how have to demonstrate in order to meet PHE 267 PLANNING AND METHODS OF
these skills are learned and the ability to State and national standards in their pro- TEACHING ELEMENTARY PHYSICAL
1 credit. Laboratory experiments serve letes progress in those programs. Topics major advisor. Intended to be a mean-
to give the students an opportunity to may include a wide range of activities ingful experience under supervision and
apply basic principles of exercise physiol- and the assessment of what types of “fit- guidance that explores employment
ogy learned in lecture to a practical situ- ness” must be developed to succeed. opportunities in student’s emphasis area.
ation. PHE 480 MEASUREMENT AND Experiences are not to be fulfilled in a
PHE 384 FUNDAMENTALS OF COACHING EVALUATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION public or private school in a teach-
3 credits. Lecture, laboratory, and 3 credits. Lecture, discussion, and par- ing/teachers aide capacity.
observation experience relating to the
coaching of a particular sport. Emphasis
ticipation in the development, evalua-
tion, and practical application of meas-
Physics
College of Arts & Sciences
will be on coaching techniques, tactics, urement devices pertaining to physical
PHY 153 GENERAL PHYSICS I
and team concepts. education; the application of statistics in
4 credits. Prerequisite: Mat 131 or
PHE 385 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION administering and analyzing measure-
equivalent. Lectures, demonstrations,
3 credits. Understanding and dealing ment in physical education; and a review
and laboratories covering mechanics,
effectively with students who have hand- of the current research.
heat, and wave motion. Laboratory time
icapping conditions; developing pro- PHE 485 ORGANIZATION AND used for problem solving and perform-
gramming that will work for students ADMINISTRATION OF PHYSICAL ing experiments. Offered fall semester.
needing special considerations; and EDUCATION Lab fee. General Education Curriculum
working directly with individuals with 3 credits. Coordinates the various option.
★ handicaps and reviewing the current phases of the Physical Education pro-
PHY 154 GENERAL PHYSICS II
research. gram. Emphasis is placed on the organi-
4 credits. Prerequisite: Phy 153.
PHE 388 PRACTICUM IN PHYSICAL zation and administration of the total
Lectures, demonstrations, and laborato-
EDUCATION program in relation to the community,
ries covering electricity, magnetism,
1-3 credits. Student engages in an the students, school personnel, schedul-
light, and introduction to modern
approved practical experience relating to ing, programming, supplies, equipment,
physics. Laboratory time used for prob-
Physical Education. He/she will be and facilities.
lem solving and performing experi-
actively involved in a program super- PHE/ATH 487 ORGANIZATION AND ments. Offered spring semester. Lab fee.
vised by qualified personnel. ADMINISTRATION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING General Education Curriculum option.
PHE 396 FIELD WORK IN TEACHING 3 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of
PHYSICAL EDUCATION instructor. This course will provide the Political Science
3 credits. Fifteen (15) hours of actual student with the necessary knowledge College of Arts & Sciences
teaching and supervision of youngsters and skills to manage an athletic training POS 101 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
in a physical education setting at the ele- facility. Topics include personnel, pro- 3 credits. Examines the constitutional
mentary and/or secondary level. gram, information, and financial foundations and principles of American
PHE 404L HEALTH EVALUATION resources management, facility design government. Treatment focuses on feder-
TECHNIQUES LABORATORY and planning, reimbursement, legal and alism; civil liberties and civil rights;
1 credit. Prerequisites: Phe 342, Bio ethical issues, preparticipation physical interest groups, political parties and elec-
162. This laboratory course is a study of exams and drug testing, computer based tions; and Congress, the Presidency, and
general medical conditions and disabili- record keeping, presentations, policy and the Supreme Court. General Education
ties of athletes and others involved in procedure development, resumes and Curriculum option.
physical activity. Study will require stu- interview techniques. POS 201 WEST EUROPEAN
dents to apply knowledge in the devel- PHE 495 STUDENT TEACHING GOVERNMENTS
opment of evaluation techniques includ- 15 credits. Prerequisites: Please see 3 credits. Examines three models of
ing interviewing clients, inspection, aus- Eligibility for Student Teaching on page European parliamentary government:
cultation, and palpation. 28. Fifteen weeks of observation and Great Britain, France, and Germany.
PHE 415 TRAINING PROGRAM DESIGN teaching under supervision and guid- Stress is on the foundations of the govern-
AND EVALUATION ance. Special workshops, conferences, ments, the functioning of their present
3 credits. Prerequisites: Phe 381/381L, and group discussions are held to pro- parliamentary institutions, and the elec-
Phe 382/382L. Applies principles of vide assistance to student teachers. tion systems and party systems that
exercise science to the development of framework the policy of the governments.
effective training programs and investi- General Education Curriculum option.
gates the administrative, evaluation, and PHE 496 FIELD WORK EXPERIENCE POS 211 CLASSIC POLITICAL THINKERS
modification of these programs as ath- 9 credits. Prerequisite: approval of AND MODERN METHOD
3 credits. Examines classical thinkers of 3 credits. Examines the reform and 3 credits. Examines the historical foun-
political theory from Plato to John adventurism under Khrushchev, stagna- dations, present functioning, and future
Rawls. Emphasis is on an understanding tion under Brezhnev, and perestroika perspectives of the European Union (the
of human nature and the meaning of under Gorbachev. The course then treats former European Economic
politics. The thinkers are examined from the breakdown of the Soviet Union and Community). Each of the present insti-
the perspective of a normative-behavior the reconstruction of the current Russian tutions of the European Union is ana-
comparative analysis. General Education state under Yeltsin and Putin, and the lyzed in detail. Course focuses on the
Curriculum option. prospects for post-Soviet Eurasia. prospects of economic and political inte-
POS 231 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW POS/HTY 370 TOPICS IN NON-WESTERN gration in Europe. Special treatment is
3 credits. Prerequisite: Pos 101 or any HISTORY ac-corded the problem of European
law course. Examines American consti- 3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- security in the post cold-war world.
tutional theory treating the separation
and division of government powers, and
level history course, or permission of the
instructor. This is a basic introductory
Psychology
College of Arts & Sciences
civil rights and civil liberties. Extensive examination of a specialized field in
PSY 100 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
treatment is accorded the implied powers African, Asian, or Latin American histo-
3 credits. Prerequisites: A passing score
of the federal government. ry. Specific topic will be listed with the
on placement tests or completion of Eng
POS/PHI 343 MARXISM AND THE course title when offered.
001 and 005. Provides a general introduc-
LENINIST REVOLUTIONARY MODEL POS/HTY 371 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS tion to psychology, the scientific study of
3 credits. Treats the development of AND MODERN CONFLICTS behavior and mental processes. The
Marx’s thought from classical German 3 credits. Prerequisite: 100- or 200- course presents major theoretical perspec-
philosophy through historical material- level history course or permission of the tives, methodologies, and key findings in
ism. Emphasizes the themes of the instructor. Examines various types of physiological, cognitive, motivation,
dialectic method, alienation, the class world conflicts during the modern peri- learning, developmental, personality,
struggle, the theory of capitalist crises, od. May include, but is not limited to, abnormal, and social psychology.
the revolutionary socialist state, and pro- one or more of the following: diplomat-
PSY/SOC 200 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
letarian internationalism. Connects the ic, military, ethnic, racial, class, and reli-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or Soc
Leninist Bolshevik revolutionary model gious conflicts. Fills political science con-
100. Considers the processes by which
to the writings of Marx. centration requirements for upper level
individuals interact with others, influ-
POS/HTY 347 RUSSIA: KIEV TO PETER THE political science electives.
ence and are influenced by others, and
GREAT POS/HTY 377 MODERN CHINA are shaped by society. Includes topics
3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200- 3 credits. Prerequisites: 100- or 200-level such as the self, attitudes, prejudice,
level history course, or permission of the history course, or permission of the stereotypes, interpersonal attraction,
instructor. An in-depth study of the instructor. A survey of the history of China group dynamics, and persuasion.
political and economic culture of the from the nineteenth century to the present.
PSY 205 LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT
unique Russian experience. Emphasis is Three important issues are Chinese cul-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100.
upon “westernization,” territorial expan- ture, the cultural conflict with the West,
Surveys changes in cognitive, personal,
sion and empire building, the develop- and modernization. This course fills histo-
and social functioning from before birth
ment of absolutism, and the undercur- ry concentration and other departmental
through old age. Using a life-span frame-
rent of rebellion. requirements for non-western history.
work, emphasizes the principles, theo-
POS/HTY 348 RUSSIAN AND SOVIET POS/HTY 381 FRENCH HISTORY AND ries, and methods that psychologists use.
STATE: LENIN THROUGH STALIN POLITICS
PSY 235 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 credits. Examines the historical cur- 3 credits. Examines the major currents of
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100.
rents of Russian thought in which philosophical, political, and economic
Examines the classification, determi-
Bolshevik doctrine emerged, and ana- thought that have shaped French political
nants, and indications of mental illness
lyzes the ideological and political foun- institutions since 1789. Analyzes the simul-
and its treatments. Topics include schiz-
dations of the Soviet state. Themes cov- taneous polarization and fragmentation of
ophrenia, personality disorders, mood
ered include the Bolshevik party model, French political culture over the questions
disorders, anxiety-related disorders and
permanent revolution, socialism in one of region, religion, and economy. Focuses
substance-related disorders.
country, the Communist International, on the role of the Fifth Republic in the
the purges, and economic planning. reconstruction of the French body politic.
POS/HTY 349 RUSSIAN AND SOVIET POS 431 THE EUROPEAN UNION:
PSY 304 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING
STATE: KHRUSHCHEV THROUGH PUTIN STRUCTURES AND POLICIES
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100. Basic 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or Bio es, theories, and treatment approaches to
principles of learning will be examined with 112. Explores similarities and differences the process of addiction, with emphasis
an emphasis on their application to under- in behavior among a variety of species and upon dual diagnosis clients. Working
standing and modifying behavior. Theories, considers the implications of such differ- with mentally ill and substance misusing
models, research, and applications of learn- ences. Major topics will include behav- clients in various settings is explored.
ing principles to education, child-rearing, ioral genetics, evolutionary theory, natural Emphasis is on application of recent
counseling, and biofeedback. Laboratory selection, mate choice and reproduction, research to the philosophy and methods
simulation approaches will demonstrate communication, sociality, and foraging. of treatment.
concepts developed with animals, but read- PSY 370 PERSONALITY PSY 446 PSYCHOBIOLOGY
ily applicable to children and adults. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or Bio
PSY/SOC 311 RESEARCH METHODS I Psy/Soc 311. Presents principles and 112. Explores the relationship between
3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100 or Soc issues in scientific study of personality. behavior and activity of the nervous, sen-
100, and Mat 101 or Mat 201. Presents Emphasis on description and assessment, sory, and endocrine systems. Topics
fundamentals of research design, meas- classical theories, controversial issues, include behavior genetics, learning and
urement, and data analysis. Applications and recent research. memory, emotions, sleep, and behavioral
of research methods within the behav- PSY 372 ASSESSMENT IN THE disorders.
ioral sciences, including scientific writ- BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES PSY 448 LABORATORY IN COGNITION
ing and professional ethics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100, Soc 3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100 and
★ PSY 312 RESEARCH METHODS II 100, and Mat 101 or Mat 201. This class Psy/Soc 311. Recommended: Psy 446.
3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy/Soc 311. surveys theories and techniques used in Surveys research and theory on human
Presents intermediate issues in research the assessment of individuals in the fields cognition. Laboratory exercises will
design, hypothesis-testing, data analysis, of psychology and related fields. Focus is include attention, memory, problem
and technical writing in psychology. on the individual evaluation of children solving, language, and creativity and
Promotes understanding of relevant and adults. Topics include professional other topics. Format is two lectures and
empirical literature, preparation of methods for gathering, organizing, and one laboratory session per week.
spreadsheets and graphic display of data, reporting data and applications of statis- PSY/BUS 470 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
and applications of statistical analyses. tical procedures underlying their analysis 3 credits. Prerequisite: Bus 320 or
Class research projects offer foundation and interpretation. Psy/Soc 200. Organizational behavior
for independent work. PSY/SOC 375 SEX AND GENDER focuses on how individuals, small
PSY 341 DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR 3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100 or Psy groups, and entire organizations behave
3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100 or Soc 100. Investigation of gender in North and interact and how changes in the
100. Surveys information of recreational American society. Feminist, social con- workplace can result from broader
and therapeutic drugs and their effect at structionist, sociobiological, and social changes in society. The course is intend-
various levels including that of the nerv- psychological perspectives will be ed to develop interpersonal ‘people skills’
ous system, individual behavior, and explored. Focus is on the creation of gen- and ‘political skills’ that are essential to
broader society consequences. der identities, inequalities, cultural effective management. Spring semester,
PSY 355 GROUP PROCESS expectations, and cultural representa- even-numbered years.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or Soc tions of gender. Other topics include PSY 475 HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF
100. Provides theoretical examination of childhood socialization, sexualities, gen- PSYCHOLOGY
group dynamics, group behavior, and der activities, and social power. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Senior stand-
individual behavior within groups. The PSY 380 PRINCIPLES OF COUNSELING ing, Psy/Soc 311, and two 300/400-level
course considers norms, roles, status, 3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 235, Psy 370. courses in psychology. An examination of
power, communication, productivity, Introduces theories and techniques of psy- the theoretical and historical framework
motivation, member diversity, leader- chological counseling. Considers the coun- underlying psychology as a field and a
ship, and conflict resolution. The class seling relationship and the personal and profession. Emphasis on clinical psychol-
also offers experiential practice as a small professional issues involved in becoming a ogy, school psychology, industrial-organi-
group, and explores one’s own emotions, counselor. Emphasis on determinants and zational psychology, counseling psychol-
motivations, and skills in group partici- evaluation of counseling success. ogy, and their links to training of profes-
pation. PSY 382 SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING sionals. Integrates principles from the
3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100, Psy major content areas and promotes profes-
235, or permission of the instructor. sional research and writing in APA Style.
PSY 360 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR This course explores the definition, caus- PSY 480 ADVANCED RESEARCH
1-3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 312, junior 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- of culture in recreational programming.
or senior standing, and consent of instruc- mission of instructor. This course is REC 264 TOURISM DESIGN AND
tor. Student designs and conducts empiri- designed to introduce students to wilder- DESTINATION MARKETING
cal research under supervision of psycholo- ness medicine and evacuation techniques 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per-
gy faculty member. Course may be repeat- in remote backcountry areas. The course mission of instructor. This course pro-
ed for a total not to exceed six credits. covers emergency medical procedures in vides the foundation for developing and
PSY 496 PRACTICUM wilderness settings and provides funda- marketing tourist destinations as well as
1-3 credits. Prerequisites: Psychology mental instruction in basic search and planning various types of tours. Students
major or minor with junior or senior rescue techniques. Students will be intro- will plan a tour from beginning to end
standing and consent of instructor. duced to the various evacuation proce- by designing and writing brochures and
Supervised field experience in a social dures that are commonly implemented pricing the arrangements.
service or other setting where psychology in emergency situations. The course will REC 272 INCLUSIVE LEISURE SERVICES
background and skills are especially use- be experientially based and will include 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per-
ful. Course may be repeated for a total case studies of actual emergency situa- mission of instructor. Designed to pro-
not to exceed six credits. tions that have occurred in remote mote the inclusion of people with dis-
PSY 497 INDEPENDENT STUDY wilderness areas. abilities into recreation/leisure and park
1-3 credits. Prerequisite: Consent of REC 234 OUTDOOR PURSUITS I programs/ facilities. Basic physiological,
instructor. Independent readings and regular 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- psychological, and cognitive characteris-
consultation with a faculty member. Topic mission of instructor. This course is tics of specific disabilities will be studied.
may be proposed by student. Course may be experientially based and will provide Class lectures combined with a commu-
repeated for a total not to exceed nine credits. opportunities for skill, technique, and nity service learning experience.
leadership development in several of the
Recreation following activities: backpacking, flatwa-
REC 364 INTRODUCTION TO ROCK
CLIMBING
College of Professional ter and/or whitewater canoeing, canoe
Programs 3 credits. This course requires students
camping, rock climbing, kayaking, and to actively participate in both indoor and
REC 120 INTRODUCTION TO rafting. Emphasis will be placed on outside rock climbing. This course will
RECREATION/LEISURE SERVICES organizing, planning, leading, and evalu- serve as a foundation for students desir-
3 credits. This course provides students ating the physical, cognitive, emotional, ing to learn and explore the activity of
with an introductory overview of the and special need factors of an outdoor climbing. Students will be required to
philosophical foundations, career oppor- leisure pursuit for diverse populations. participate in an outside trip in April.
tunities, and interdisciplinary nature of REC 235 OUTDOOR PURSUITS II
these fields. It is meant to be a broad REC 371 TOURISM AND THE SOCIAL
3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- SCIENCES
look at recreation and tourism from sev- mission of instructor. This course is
eral different perspectives. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per-
experientially based and will provide mission of instructor. As the field of
REC 122 LEADERSHIP TRAINING IN opportunities for skill, technique, and tourism increasingly relies on social sci-
RECREATION leadership development in winter camp- ence methods and theories to enhance
3 credits. Leadership Training is a ing, snowshoeing, and nordic and alpine the quality of attractions, experiences,
course designed to provide the student skiing. Emphasis will be placed on devel- and visitor services, this course seeks to
with the basic knowledge of leadership oping basic skills, organizing, planning, explore the tourism system from a com-
theories, specific communication skills, leading, and evaluating the physical, cog- munity perspective incorporating the
and application methods that are relevant nitive, emotional, and special needs fac- disciplines of psychology, sociology,
to the recreation/leisure professional. tors of an outdoor leisure pursuit for social anthropology, geography, econom-
REC 232 PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND diverse populations. ics, and marketing.
PLANNING REC 236 LEISURE THROUGH THE LIFESPAN REC 374 WILDERNESS EXPEDITION SKILLS
3 credits. This course is designed to 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per-
introduce the student to recreation pro- mission of instructor. This course will mission of instructor. This experiential
gram development through an under- explore leisure through human lifespan course requires students to work with a
standing of systematic programming development. Topics discussed include: faculty member to design and carry out
skills, budgeting, personnel manage- theories of development, leisure and an extended expedition in an outdoor
ment, implementation and marketing youth development, family leisure, recreational pursuit. This leadership-
strategies, and the evaluation cycle. leisure and health, gender and leisure, related course focuses on developing out-
REC 233 WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER aging and leisure patterns, and the role door skills in backcountry living. This
course requires students to participate in mission of instructor. This class provides administrative practices within the com-
a five-day expedition to be completed in an overview of the positive and negative munity in addition to class study of
May. impacts of tourism. It will include the administrative and organizational theory.
REC 375 FACILITY DESIGN AND study of tourism management and criti- REC 495 INTERNSHIP
MAINTENANCE cal analysis of tourism impacts to ensure 8 credits. Prerequisites: Rec 120, Rec
3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- the sustainability of tourism related 395 or permission of instructor. All
mission of instructor. This course is resources (both natural and cultural) and recreation students must complete a 10-
designed to introduce the student to the the well-being of global and local week (350 hours) internship in an
management, operation, and design prin- tourism destinations and communities. approved outdoor recreation/tourism
ciples of recreation and park facilities. REC 420 NATURAL AND CULTURAL agency. The internship must be directly
REC 376 RISK ASSESSMENT RESOURCE PROTECTION related to the student’s concentration
3 credits. This course examines the 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- and be approved by a recreation advisor.
mission of instructor. This course will
legal liability among leisure services
providers to provide safe and effective introduce students to preservation and
Russian
College of Arts & Sciences
programs. Students will examine the legal conservation practices for wildland recre-
ation areas. Principles of identifying, RUS 101 ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN I
aspects of recreation and leisure services
monitoring, and managing natural, cul- 3 credits. Interactive introduction to
and develop leisure programs that maxi-
tural, and historic resources will be exam- the Russian language. Stresses a multifac-
mize protection for participants.
ined. Strategies for protecting natural, eted approach to communication in the
★ REC 382 INTERPRETING THE Russian language. Language instruction
ENVIRONMENT cultural, and historic resources will be
presented. focuses on Russian history and culture.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- General Education Curriculum option.
mission of instructor. This course will REC 421 ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
IN TOURISM
RUS 102 ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN II
examine the history, philosophies,
3 credits. Prerequisites: Rec 120, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rus 101 or
trends, methods, and techniques of out-
Psy/Soc 311 or permission of instructor. equivalent. Interactive continuation of
door education and interpretation.
Students will develop annotated bibli- the Russian language. Stresses the use of
Students will be given the opportunity to
ographies and literature reviews for a vocabulary in conducting everyday activ-
develop and practice a variety of inter-
specific area of interest related to ities in Russia. Language instruction
pretive and educational skills through
tourism. Students will then complete a focuses on Russian history and culture.
the use of class activities and projects.
research project. Topics may include, but General Education Curriculum option.
REC 395 INTERNSHIP SEMINAR
1 credit. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- are not limited to, tourist behavior, host- Science
mission of instructor. Weekly meetings tourist interactions, impacts of tourism, College of Arts & Sciences
and individualized conferences leading impacts of gaming or sustainable devel- SCI 12 FOUNDATIONS FOR COLLEGE
to the approval for a professional recre- opment. SCIENCE
ation assignment or assignments at recre- REC 470 CONTEMPORARY TRENDS IN 3 credits, non-degree. Prerequisite:
ation agencies. LEISURE Mat 17 or its equivalent (may be taken
REC 400 HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- concurrently). This course is designed to
LEISURE mission of instructor. This course exam- strengthen basic science skills in prepara-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- ines current and future psychosocial, tion for college level introductory lab
mission of instructor. The course technological, and economic trends and non-lab science courses. The
explores the development of recreation impacting the leisure services field. emphasis is on the methods of science,
and leisure from its inception to the Instructional techniques include semi- the nature of physical and biological
present. The cultural, social, and eco- nars, research methods, and literature matter, and scientific applications of
nomic background of the many facets of reviews. mathematics and problem solving. The
leisure and recreation will be discussed. REC 488 MANAGEMENT OF LEISURE laboratory exercises provide a variety of
Philosophical issues as they relate to SERVICES opportunities for hands-on, cooperative
leisure will be presented. Students will 3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- learning of scientific processes and prin-
develop a personal and professional phi- mission of instructor. Class and field ciples. Two hours of lecture and two
losophy of recreation and leisure. work experiences concerning the organi- hours of lab.
REC 401 IMPACTS OF TOURISM zation and administration of community SCI 110 THE SCIENCES I
DEVELOPMENT recreation services. Students will have the 4 credits. Prerequisites: A passing score
3 credits. Prerequisite: Rec 120 or per- opportunity to observe past and present on both the mathematics and the science
placement tests or, if required, successful delivery in a rural context, populations- SWK 236 PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION
completion of Sci 012 and Mat 017 or at-risk and societal oppression. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100. This
evidence of competency in basic mathe- SWK 202 ETHICS IN THE HELPING course examines the basic principles of
matics and science at least equivalent to PROFESSIONS psychosocial rehabilitation and its role in
that of Sci 012 and Mat 017. The first 3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and mental health and social service systems.
semester of a two semester lecture and Psy 100, which may be taken concur- Students will be introduced to client
laboratory course in the sciences for the rently. This course presents information assessment, planning, intervention, and
non-science major. This course intro- about ethics and professionalism. Ethical rehabilitation service strategies from the
duces the scientific method and major issues are multifaceted and complex, strengths perspective of clients. Course
unifying theories from physics and the defying simplistic solutions. Ethical satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation
earth sciences with applications to real dilemmas create gray areas that require certification.
world problems. Three lecture hours and learning information about ethical stan- SWK 250 CHILD WELFARE
two laboratory hours per week. Offered dards and how to define and work 3 credits. Children and family services
fall semester. Lab fee. through a variety of difficult situations. are a significant part of human service
SCI 111 THE SCIENCES II This course presents the basics to begin history and practice. Students are intro-
4 credits. Prerequisite: Sci 110. The this process. duced to children, family, and youth
second semester of a two semester lecture SWK 207 COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH services with emphasis on Native
and laboratory course in the sciences for CARE American populations and other
the non-science major. This course intro- 3 credits. Prerequisites: Psy 100 or Soc oppressed groups. Current systems of
duces major unifying theories from 100 or permission of instructor. This is a child welfare will be critiqued and con-
chemistry, biology, and the environmen- basic course in the history and evolution cepts of child neglect, abuse, and
tal sciences with applications to real of mental health, focusing on contempo- exploitation studied.
world problems. Three lecture hours and rary community mental health care, par- SWK 285 HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE
two laboratory hours per week. Offered ticularly service systems of Maine. It is SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT I
spring semester. Lab fee. not a “how to” class in counseling or 3 credits. Completion of Swk 200 rec-
SCI 480 RESEARCH METHODS IN SCIENCE mental health diagnosis, rather, it pres- ommended, but not required.
3 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of a ents information through guest presenta- Empowering people to change requires
science faculty member from the tion, panel discussion, and dialogues. understanding the dynamics of human
Department of Mathematics and Science SWK 209 CASE MANAGEMENT interaction. This course initiates stu-
who will serve as the supervisor. A semi- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100. A dents’ awareness of the interplay between
nar which provides an introduction to career in any form of human service humans, their behavior, and their social
procedures involved in scientific delivery requires skill development to environment. This concept is primary to
research. Emphasis is placed upon exper- address the right problems and match it preparation as a generalist practitioner of
imental design, methodology, and tech- with the best resolution. This course is social work. This course focuses on indi-
nique. The student works under the designed to introduce students to basic vidual development in a family context.
supervision of a faculty member on a case management techniques as one form SWK 287 HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE
project in the general areas of biology, of problem solving and simultaneously SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT II
chemistry, ecology, or geology. Offered challenge participants to become “profes- 3 credits. Completion of Swk 200 rec-
by arrangement. sional helpers.” Course satisfies Mental ommended, but not required.
Social Work Health Rehabilitation certification. Empowering people to change requires
understanding the dynamics of human
College of Professional SWK 210 VOLUNTEER SOCIAL WORK
Programs EXPERIENCE I interaction. This course initiates stu-
1 credit. Pre or Corequisite: Swk 200. dents’ awareness of the interplay between
SWK 200 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL
Students provide services through out-of- humans, their behavior, and their social
WORK AND SOCIAL WELFARE
classroom experiences. 40 hours mini- environment. This concept is primary to
3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and/or
mum, of volunteer work is completed preparation as a generalist practitioner of
Psy 100. The course explores social work
during the semester under the instructor’s social work. This course examines fami-
and other human service professions and
supervision in a setting of the students’ lies, groups, organizations, and commu-
how each meets human needs. Social
choice. Review of the experience occurs nities.
welfare institutions are reviewed through
cultural, political, and economic con- through group and individual classroom SWK 300 SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY AND
texts for American and Canadian society. discussions. Swk 210 is required for ISSUES
There is special attention to service admission into the BSW program. 3 credits. Pre or corequisite: Swk 200.
Students will be introduced to methods of of aging through an interdisciplinary tions. Students explore theory and prac-
assessment and analysis of social welfare perspective. Social forces affecting peo- tice of social change in macro systems,
policy. The interrelation of policy and ple as they age, including biological, psy- participate in politics, and develop skills
society will be studied. The course reviews chological, social, and spiritual issues is of advocacy, networking, brokering, and
social welfare history, public policy devel- presented in a seminar class style. organizing. This course continues to
opment, and how social work is organized Current research and theory is critiqued. promote professional development.
by social welfare to respond to need. Aging is presented as a process rather SWK 496 FIELD PRACTICUM IN SOCIAL
SWK 305 ETHNICITY AND than singular life event. WORK II
MULTICULTURALISM SWK 381 CRISIS INTERVENTION 6 credits. Prerequisites: Swk 396, Swk
3 credits. Open to students from any 3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100. A 400; corequisite: Swk 405. This course is
major as a course in diversity. The pur- study of areas of human behavior typi- a continuation of a minimum of 15
pose of this course is to encourage stu- cally necessitating intervention, with hours per week in the designated agency
dents’ exploration of culture and ethnic- particular focus on family violence, sub- and 3 hours per week in an on-campus
ity, especially in relation to social work stance abuse and severe depression. seminar class. The practice class is
and other human service professions. Students learn to identify behaviors that designed to enhance the student’s ability
Developing ethnic self-awareness will be indicate crises, develop personal skills to function as a professional generalist
a primary course objective. Students and models of intervention, and appro- social worker.
learn about advocacy, education and role priate referral tactics. Issues of personal,
modeling to support and understand social, and legal relevance are covered.
Sociology
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multiculturalism in society. Course satis- Cultural sensitivity will be emphasized.
College of Professional
fies Mental Health Rehabilitation certifi- Course satisfies Mental Health
Programs
cation. Rehabilitation certification. SOC 100 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
3 credits. Recommended prerequisite:
SWK 307 INCEST AND SEXUAL ABUSE SWK 396 FIELD PRACTICUM IN SOCIAL
a passing score on the placement test or
3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 or Psy WORK I
completion of Eng 001 and Eng 005.
100 or permission of instructor. This 6 credits. Prerequisites: SWK 315,
Provides multicultural and global exami-
course provides basic knowledge about acceptance in the BSW program; coreq-
nations of the relationship of the self to
the complex dynamics of incest and sex- uisite: SWK 400. The first of a two
society. Introduces students to the sys-
ual abuse. A historical review is present- course series placing students for a mini-
tematic study of human society through
ed as well as various models of under- mum of 15 hours weekly at a designated
sociological perspective and method.
standing issues associated with sexual agency/organization with a designated
Emphasizes analysis of problems of
abuse and incest. Review of traditional mentor for supervision. Also, students
social order and change. Includes social-
response/treatment approaches and new concurrently participate in a 3-hour
ization, social class and inequality, race
techniques for use with sexual abuse vic- seminar weekly on campus. Students will
and ethnicity, gender, social movements,
tim population will be discussed. Course build upon knowledge, skills, values,
social institutions, community, global-
satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation clarification and personal qualities.
ization, and deviance. General
certification. SWK 400 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE II Education Curriculum option.
SWK 315 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE I 3 credits. Prerequisites: Swk 315,
SOC/PSY 200 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 credits. Admission into the BSW acceptance to the BSW program; coreq-
3 credits. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or Soc
program required. The first of three uisite: Swk 396. This is the second
100. Considers the processes by which
practice classes, students acquire entry course in the social work practice
individuals interact with others, influ-
level skills such as interviewing, data col- sequence for generalist practice. Course
ence and are influenced by others, and
lection, documentation, dealing with focus is on knowledge and skill develop-
are shaped by society. Includes topics
ethical dilemmas necessary for beginning ment in interpersonal communication,
such as the self, attitudes, prejudice,
generalist social work practice. Critical assessment, planning, intervention, and
stereotypes, interpersonal attraction,
thinking and self-exploration are integral evaluation with emphasis on service
group dynamics, and persuasion.
components of coursework. Diversity, delivery to families and small groups.
empowerment and a strengths perspec- SOC 230 CRIMINOLOGY
SWK 405 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE III
tive in relation to the individual system 3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and Crj
3 credits. Prerequisites: SWK 400;
emphasized. 200. Course is a survey of criminology.
corequisite: SWK 496. The last of three
Topics covered include the making of
SWK/SOC 325 GERONTOLOGY courses addressing skills and knowledge
criminal law, crime statistics, theories of
3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. This for generalist social work practice with
crime and criminal justice policy, differ-
course introduces students to the issues communities, agencies and organiza-
ent types of crime (e.g., ‘victimless crime,’
violent crime, property crime, domestic 3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. This sex-role socialization and gender behav-
violence, white-collar crime, etc.), and the course introduces students to the issues ior. Family life cycle, including
social and criminal justice foundations of of aging through an interdisciplinary courtship, marriage, reproduction, and
policing, courts, and corrections. perspective. Social forces affecting peo- old age. Family organization and inter-
SOC 303 RACE, CLASS, AND POWER ple as they age, including biological, psy- personal dynamics within families are
3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. A soci- chological, social, and spiritual issues is examined in relation to social class and
ological analysis of structured inequality presented in a seminar class style. ethnicity with emphasis on poor families
in the United States. Analyzes political, Current research and theory is critiqued. and those of ethnic minorities. Special
economic, and social power structures, Aging is presented as a process rather attention is devoted to family problems
and the nature and extent of inequality than singular life event. (e.g., single parenting, divorce, and
(based on race, gender, class, ethnicity, SOC 332 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY domestic violence) and problems fre-
sexuality, etc.) across North America. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. An quently associated with family life; e.g.,
Topics include institutionalized forms of analytical study of statistics, trends, char- drug and alcohol abuse, mental illness,
domination such as racism, classism, sex- acteristics, and causes of juvenile delin- and juvenile delinquency.
ism, and colonialism, as well as reactions quency. Theories of all persuasions, SOC/CRJ 358 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
to them. including biological, psychological, and 3 credits. Prerequisites: Eng 201 and
SOC 304 COMMUNITY, SOCIAL CHANGE, particularly sociological, are discussed. Soc 230. Through a survey of literature
AND DEVELOPMENT The relationships between the socializa- on various issues within this topic, as well
3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. tion process, family environment, social as a problem-based service-learning proj-
Explores the culture and social organiza- structure, and juvenile delinquency are ect, students will gain an understanding
tion of communities with reference to carefully examined. of the causes, nature, and extent of
migration, human ecology, community SOC 335 SOCIAL DEVIANCE spousal and intimate partner violence.
development, social class, gentrification, 3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. An exam- The course will also focus on criminal
and social change movements. Special ination of the various sociological explana- justice system responses and their relative
emphasis on rural settings. tions of deviance. An analysis of the way effectiveness in dealing with the problem.
SOC 308 URBAN SOCIOLOGY power is socially organized and how the SOC 370 SOCIOLOGY OF LAW
3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. theoretical images of deviance are translated 3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and
Exploration of cultural and into social control policy and practice will Crj 200 or permission of the instructor.
social/psychological processes in urban be presented. Offered alternate years. Course focuses on the social-structural
living, and analysis of urban social prob- SOC 336 WHITE COLLAR, CORPORATE, and historical foundations of law and
lems. Special topics include the effects of AND PROFESSIONAL CRIME legal systems, including a survey of social
migration; community formation 3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 and and legal theories of law and law-mak-
among class, ethnic, age, and sex groups; Crj 101 or permission of the instructor. ing. Substantive issues such as racism
classical images of the city; the human Course focuses on the legal, behavioral, and sexism in the law, the ‘crisis of over-
ecology of urban areas; urban life styles; and social-structural foundations of cor- criminalization,’ trial, plea bargaining,
and crises in urban institutions. porate and governmental crime, and jury behavior, and sentencing processes
SOC/PSY 311 RESEARCH METHODS I crime in white collar and professional are covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites: Soc 100 or Psy occupations. Problems and prospects for SOC/CRJ 372 POLICE AND POLICING
100, and Mat 101 or Mat 201. Presents possible legal, criminal justice, and social 3 credits. Prerequisites: Crj 125, Eng
fundamentals of research design, meas- policy remedies are explored. 201, and Soc 230. The course examines
urement, and data analysis. Applications SOC 351 SOCIOLOGY OF THE FAMILY the social, structural, and historical foun-
of research methods within the behav- 3 credits. Prerequisite: Soc 100. dations of modern policing in relation to
ioral sciences, including scientific writ- Examination of family organization and the nature and function of law enforce-
ing and professional ethics. interaction patterns among family mem- ment. Primary analysis is placed on the
SOC/PHE 313 PSYCHOLOGY AND bers. Origin and development of kinship nature, structure, and function of law
SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT AND MOVEMENT patterns found in Western and less enforcement in relation to crime preven-
3 credits. Sport and movement activi- urbanized and industrialized societies, tion and control, and police/community
ties as psycho-social phenomena. and their relationship to economic insti- relations. A corresponding emphasis is
Emphasis on the sociology of sport, the tutions and social structures. The func- placed on the development of law
role of sport in society, and sports in the tion of the family in socialization and enforcement policy toward the end of
education systems of the United States. enculturation of society’s recruits. improving police/community relations,
SOC/SWK 325 GERONTOLOGY Examination of the family in relation to and enhancing crime prevention and
cable, and telephone service. Family Park Hall is capable of housing to the Academic Services Center, which
housing is also available in duplexes near freshmen men and women in a tradi- includes Counseling, Career Planning
the Skyway Suites. Interested individuals tional residence hall setting. Residents and Placement, and Student Support
should contact the Director of Residence are housed co-educationally by floor. Services. In addition to faculty offices
Life at ... Skyway Suites is capable of housing and a faculty service center, South Hall
Emerson Hall is capable of housing men and women in suite style hous- houses the Writing Cetner and
upper-class men and women in a tra- ing. Residents are housed co-education- Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
ditional residence hall setting. Residents ally by suite. Suites are set up so that Opportunity office.
are housed co-educationally room by
room. Located on the northwest corner
two-double occupancy rooms are con-
nected by a full bathroom and kitchen.
Wieden Hall
This multi-purpose building houses
of the hall is Emerson Annex, which Residents of Skyway must be over the
the gymnasium, physical education
houses the offices of Residence Life, age of with no conduct code viola-
classrooms, faculty offices, the Director
Student Activities, Health Services, tions. Skyway is . miles from campus.
of Athletics, the athletic equipment
Safety and Security. Residents are required to set up their
room, and the athletic training room.
Merriman Hall is capable of housing own transportation to and from Skyway.
Also located in the building are a ceram-
predominately freshmen men and
women in a traditional residence hall set-
South Hall ics lab and a -seat auditorium. ★
A colonial-style hall that is fully handi-
ting. Residents are housed co-education-
capped accessible, the first floor is home
ally by floor.
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Administration
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Susan A. Gendron, Commissioner of Education Augusta OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
P. James Dowe, Jr. Lewiston President Don Zillman
Jean Flahive Falmouth Athletic Director William Casavant
Norman Fournier Wallagrass Dean of Students Christine Corsello
Tamera Grieshaber Auburn Director of Admissions Erin V. Benson
Krisandra Horn Farmington Media Relations Coordinator Rachel Rice
Charles L. Johnson, III Augusta
William D. Johnson Saco ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Barry D. McCrum, Vice Chair Mars Hill Vice President Michael E. Sonntag
Marjorie Murray Medd Norway Chair, College of Arts & Sciences Raymond J. Rice
Paul J. Mitchell Waterville Assistant Chair, College of Arts & Sciences Michael A. Knopp
Victoria M. Murphy Portland Chair, College of Education Reginald Nnazor
Wayne Newell Princeton Chair, College of Professional Programs Clare A. Exner
Charles O’Leary Orono Chair, Center for University Programs Kim-Anne Perkins
Margaret A. Weston Yarmouth Director of Student Records and
Lyndel J. Wishcamper, Chair Portland Information Management Kathy K. Davis
Director of Cultural Affairs & Arts Administration Carol Ayoob
CHANCELLOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MAINE SYSTEM Director of Reed Art Gallery Sandra Huck
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Richard Pattenaude Director of Houlton Center Charles P. Ames
Director of Information Services Gregory T. Curtis
BOARD OF VISITORS
Jefferson Ashby Directing Attorney, Pine Tree Legal ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
Lara Cannon Vice President Charles G. Bonin
Karen Chapman Assist. VP for Retail Services, Katahdin Trust Co. Director of Business Systems Eldon J. Levesque
Stephen Farnum Executive Director, Aroostook Area Agency on Aging Bookstore Manager Gregory Doak
Carl Flora President & CEO, Loring Development Authority Coordinator of Conferences & Special Programs Mary L.E. Lawrence
Naldo Gagnon Chief of Police, Presque Isle Director of Financial Aid Christopher A.R. Bell
Susan Grove-Markwood V.P. of Administration, First Citizens Bank Director of Food Service Robert Ottaviano
Douglas Hazlett Town Manager, Houlton Director of Human Resources Carolyn L. Cheney
Suzanne Hews Guidance Counselor, MSAD #1 Manager of Physical Facilities David L. St. Peter
Richard Kneeland Retired Farmer & Former State Senator Coordinator of Safety and Security Greg C. Daniels
Joseph Lallande Chief Executive Officer, Maine Potato Growers
Donna Lisnik Assistant Principal, Presque Isle High School STUDENT SERVICES
Kathleen Mazzuchelli Director, Caribou Parks & Recreation Department Director of Academic Advising Lorelei Locke
Frank McElwain Superintendent, Caribou Schools Director of Career Services/Director of AA/EEO Barbara J. DeVaney
Matthew McHatten VP & Marketing Director Director of Counseling John D. Harrington
Maine Mutual Insurance Group Director of Health Center Linda J. Mastro
Lois Pangburn, SECRETARY Principal Director of Residence Life James D. Stepp
Teague Park Elementary School, Caribou Area Coordinator – Residence Life Donald Gibson
Jon Prescott President & CEO, Katahdin Trust Co. Area Coordinator – Student Activities Heidi Blasjo
Tom Umphrey, CHAIR Director, Human Resources Director of Student Support Services Mary Kate Barbosa
The Aroostook Medical Center Director of Upward Bound Darylen Cote
DAVIS, KATHY K. 1998, Director of GARDNER, SHARA ANNE 2006, HARRISON, RICHARD B. 2000,
Student Records and Information Administrative Assistant I; B.A. Coordinator of Graphic Design,
Management; A.S., University of University of Maine at Presque Isle, Photography & Website; B.A., State
Maine at Orono, 1985; B.S., Husson 2004. University of New York at
College, 1988. GIBSON, DONALD L. 2003, Area Plattsburgh, 1973; M.A.T., Simmons
DEFELICE JR., JOHN F. 2000, Coordinator - Residence Life; B.A., College, 1979.
Associate Professor of History; B.A., University of Maine at Presque Isle, HATHAWAY, MAXINE 1980,
Gordon College, 1991; M.A., 1994; 1999. Administrative Assistant I.
Ph.D., Miami University, 1998. GILES, H. ANDERSON 1979, Professor HENDERSON, JEAN A. 1993, Coun-
DERY JR., EDGAR 1995, Coordinator of Art; B.A., The College of William selor/Coordinator of Student Services;
of TV & Media Services. and Mary, 1971; M.F.A., East A.S., Northern Essex Community
DEVANEY, BARBARA J. 1989, Director Carolina University, 1978. College, 1975; B.S., Merrimack
of Career Services/Director of GORDON, ALAN D. 1990, Lecturer College, 1981.
AA/EEO; B.S., University of Physical Education/Men’s Soccer HENDERSON, RICHARD 2001,
Maryland, 1972; M.P.A., University Coach ; B.S., University of Maine at Building & Grounds Maintenance
of Cincinnati, 1981. Presque Isle, 1987; M.S., Ithaca Worker.
DOAK, GREGORY 2008, Manager of College, 1990. HERON, CYNTHIA 1996,
Bookstore; B.S., University of Maine GORDON, CAROL A. 1988, Staff Administrative Assistant I; A.S., 1996;
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at Presque Isle, 1992. Associate. B.L.S., University of Maine at Presque
EDWARD, PATRIC 2007, Assistant GORMAN GELDER, ANDREA M. Isle, 2003.
Professor of Business Management; 1984, Associate Professor of Biology; HERZOG, TOMASZ 2006; Associate
B.A., University of Maine at Presque B.A., Northeastern University, 1972; Professor of Social Studies Education;
Isle, 2004; M.S.A, University of Ph.D., University of Leeds, 1980. B.A., Theological Seminary, 1989;
Maine, 2005. GRAVES, LINDA M. 1980, Professor of M.A., Adam Mickiewicz University,
ELDERSHAW, LYNN 2007, Assistant Medical Lab Technology and MLT 1993; Ph.D., Adam Mickiewicz
Professor of Sociology; B.A., Program Director; B.A., University of University, 2002.
McMaster University, 1992; M.A., Maine, 1973; M.T., Northeastern HESTER, MARTEEN 1999, Manager of
Acadia University, 1994; Ph.D., University, 1974; M.S., 1982, Ed.D., Customer Service; A.S., Northern
University of Waterloo, 2004. University of Maine, 1989. Maine Technical College, 1986.
EXNER, CLARE A. 1989, Chair, GREEN, DAREN 2005, Microcomputer HICKMAN, LINDA S. 1996,
College of Professional Programs; Technician. Administrative Assistant I.
Professor of Business Management; GREEN, MICHELE 2007, Secretary; HIGGINS, KATHRYN 2003,
B.A., State University of New York at B.A., University of Maine at Presque Administrative Assistant I; A.A.S.,
Albany, 1971; J.D., Rutgers Isle, 1992; B.S., University of Maine Northern Maine Technical College,
University, 1980. at Presque Isle, 1992. 2002.
FINDLEN, HELEN L. 1993, Assistant GUERRETTE, TRACY 2007, Head HODGKINS, DEBORAH L. 1999,
Director/Tutor Coordinator of Student Womens Basketball Coach/Sports Associate Professor of English; B.A.,
Support Services; R.N. Eastern Maine Information; B.S., University of College of the Holy Cross, 1987;
General Hospital School of Nursing, Maine, 2003; B.U.S., University of M.A., University of Pittsburgh, 1989;
1971; BA., University of Maine at Maine at Fort Kent, 2006. Ph.D., University of New Hampshire,
Presque Isle, 1992. HALE, PATTI, 2001, Administrative 1998.
FISCHER, VIRGINIA S. 1984, Refer- Assistant I; A.A., Northern Maine HOLMAN, JOSHUA 2007, Assistant
ence/Government Information/Reader Technical College, 1999. Athletic Trainer; B.S., University of
Services Librarian; B.A., York HAMEL, DENISE 2003, Administrative Maine, 2006.
University, 1975; M.L.S., University Assistant II; B.S., Fitchburg St. HOLMQUIST, CHARLES 1974,
of Western Ontario, 1976. College, 1994. Building & Grounds Maintenance
FLETCHER, NANCY L. 1981, Head of HARRINGTON, JOHN D. 1984, Director Mechanic and Trades Worker.
Access Services; A.A., University of of Counseling; B.S., University of HUCK, SANDRA 2005, Director of
Maine at Presque Isle, 1992; A.A. Wisconsin at Stevens Point, 1975; Reed Art Gallery.
University of Maine at Augusta, 1999. M.A., Ball State Univer-sity, 1976. HUDSON, DALE 2000, Distance
GARDINER, RICHARD 2006, Director Education Technician I; A.A., Laney
of Gentile Hall; B.S., University of College, 1979.
Maine at Presque Isle, 1981.
JACKSON, NANCY 2000, LEDUC, LISA R. 2002, Associate MCCOSKER, KAREN M. 1991,
Personnel/Payroll Technician; A.S., Professor of Criminal Justice; B.S., Lecturer of Language Arts; B.A., 1969,
Northern Maine Technical College, University of Ottawa, 1980; M.A., M.A., Syracuse University, 1971.
1985. University of Ottawa, 1992; Ph.D., MCCREA, KIMBERLY A. 2003, Clinical
JAKL, PETR 2007, Head Nordic Ski Carleton University, 2003. Education Coordinator; B.S., University
Coach/Lecturer, 2007; Bachelors, LEVESQUE, CONNIE 1983, of Maine at Presque Isle, 2001.
Pedagogic University, 1988; Masters, Administrative Assistant I. MCGLINN, CAROL 2006, Assistant
Charles University, 1996. LEVESQUE, ELDON J. 1974, Director Director/Academic Coordinator
JAMES, MITCHELL 1999, Building & of Business Systems; A.A., Northern Upward Bound; B.S., University of
Grounds Maintenance Worker. Maine Vocational Technical Institute, Maine at Presque Isle, 1992.
JOHNSTON, JASON C. 2007, Assistant 1974; B.S., Unity College, 1980. MCLAUGHLIN, LINDA 2007,
Professor of Wildlife Ecology; B.A., LOCKE, LORELEI 1992, Director of Administrative Assistant I; A.S.,
Bowdoin College; M.S., University of Advising; B.L.S., University of Maine Northern Maine Community College,
Delaware; Ph.D., University of at Presque Isle, 1990; M.Ed., 1995.
Maine, 2007. University of Maine, 1999. MCNAMARA, DANIEL 2003, Building
KIDNEY, RICHARD 1981, HVAC LOWMAN, JACQUELYN 2006, Assistant & Grounds Maintenance Worker.
Coordinator. Professor of English; B.A., MCNAMARA, MARJORIE 2001,
KIMBALL, RICHARD L. 1970, Connecticut College, 1993; M.A., Administrative Assistant I; A.A.,
Professor of Mathematics; B.S., 1965, University of Chicago, 1997; Ph.D., Rhode Island Junior College, 1972.
M.S., University of New Hampshire, Michigan State University, 2004. MCNEAL, LYNN 2007, Director,
1967; Ph.D., University of New LU, ZHU-QI 1988, Professor of Regional Teacher Development Corp.
Brunswick, 1985. Mathematics; B.A., Beijing MERRILL, STEPHEN W. 1987,
KILCOLLINS, KEVIN 2006, Desktop Polytechnic University, 1982; M.A., Professor of Accounting; B.S., 1970,
Support Technician. 1985, Ph.D., State University of New M.B.A., University of Maine, 1971;
KNOPP, MICHAEL A. 1997, Assistsant York at Buffalo, 1989. M.S., Bentley College, 1983; C.P.A.
Chair, College of Arts & Sciences; MADORE, DANETTE N. 2003, Upward MICHAUD, ROBERT 1997, Building &
Associate Professor of Chemistry; B. Bound Counselor; A.S., Husson Grounds Maintenance Worker.
A., 1976, M.S., State University of College, 1996; B.A., University of MOIR, JOSEPH 2001, Building &
New York, 1980; Ph.D., Syracuse Maine at Presque Isle, 2000. Grounds Maintenance Mechanic &
University, 1989. MADORE, KEITH L. 1996, Director of Trade Worker.
KOENIG, WENDY 2007, Special Events Alumni Relations; B.A., University of MORIN, AMANDA 2007, Assistant
Coordinator; B.A., University of Maine at Presque Isle, 2002. Director of Gentile Hall & Manager
Maine at Presque Isle, 2006. MARQUIS, GUY 2001, Building & of OAPI; A.A., University of Maine at
LALIBERTY, RENE 2007, Academic Grounds Maintenance Worker. Presque Isle, 2002; B.S., University of
Counselor; B.S. University of Maine MASTRO, LINDA J. 1999, Director of Maine at Presque Isle, 2003.
at Presque Isle, 2003. the Health Center; R.N., Northern MURCHISON, GERALD 2003, Building
LALONDE, DANIEL 2002, Micro- Maine Technical College, 1988; N.P., & Grounds Maintenance Worker.
Computer Technician; 3 A.A. University of Pennsylvania, 1991. MURRAY, ROBERT L. 1990, Associate
Degrees, Northern Maine Technical MAYNARD, LIZA 2008, Administrative Professor of Management; B.A.,
College, 2000 & 2002. Assistant I; B.A., University of Maine University of Massachusetts at
LAMBERT, BARBARA 1985, at Presque Isle, 2008. Boston, 1979; M.B.A., Suffolk
Administrative Associate; A.S., MCAVADDY, BEVERLY, 1990, University, 1981.
Northern Maine Technical College, Administrative Assistant I. NNAZOR, REGINALD 2007, Chair,
1983. MCCARTNEY, KEVIN 1988, Professor School of Education & Professor of
LAVWAY, LYNNELLE 2006, of Geology; B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Education; B.A., University of
Administrative Assistant I. Institute and State University, 1976; Nigeria, 1984; M.A., University of
LAWRENCE, MARY L.E. 1977, M.S., 1981, Ph.D., Florida State Victoria, 1994; Ph.D., University of
Coordinator of Conferences and University, 1988. British Columbia, 1998.
Special Programs; A.A., University of MCCORMACK, MICHAEL 2004, OUELLETTE, DAVID 2004, Executive
Maine at Presque Isle, 1988. Project Coordinator for Transitions; Director of Central Aroostook
B.A., University of New England, Council on Education; B.A.,
1968; M.A., University of Southern University of Maine, 1970; M.A.,
Maine, 1978. University of Maine, 1985.
PARADY, CINDY 2006, B & G RICHARDS, MICHELLE 2007, SCHILLINGER MCPHERSON, DAWN
Maintenance Worker. Academic Coordinator; B.A., 2008, Instructor of Recreation and
PARKS, PHILIP 1989, Electrical University of Maine at Presque Isle, Leisure Services; B.S., University of
Coordinator; DEP Northern Maine 2004. Maine at Presque Isle, 1995; B.A.,
Technical College, 1972. ROBINSON, JAY 1999, Building & University of Maine at Presque Isle,
PELKEY, DOUGLAS 1973, Book Manager. Grounds Maintenance Worker 2004; M.Ed., University of Maine,
PELKEY, TRICIA 2007, Administrative ROBINSON, SHAWN 2007, Assistant 2004.
Assistant I; B.A., University of Maine Professor of Math; B.S., Emory SEBOLD, KIMBERLY R. 2000, Associate
at Presque Isle, 2000. University, 1994; M.S., Emory Professor of History; B.A., 1988;
PERKINS, KIM-ANNE 1991, Chair, University, 1994; Ph.D., University of M.A., University of Delaware, 1990;
College of University Programs; North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2001. Ph.D., University of Maine, 1998.
Professor/Director of Bachelor of ROCHFORD, GARNET 1970, Building SHAW, GREGORY 1999, Building &
Social Work Program; B.A., Simmons & Grounds Maintenance Crew Grounds Maintenance Worker.
College, 1977; M.S.W., Eastern Leader. SHEPPARD, ALICE G. 1995, Professor
Washington University, 1983; ROSS, WENDY 2004, Instructor of of Psychology; B.A., Mills College,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Cer- Education; B.S., University of Maine 1966; M.A., 1968, Ph.D., Clark
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PINETTE, ROBERT J. 1983, Professor University of Maine, 1999. SHIELDS, THEODORE R. 1973,
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of Biology/Curator of the Herbarium; RUSSELL, TODD 2008, Assistant Associate Professor of Education; B.S.,
B.S., University of Maine at Fort Professor of Physical Education; B.A., 1965, M.A., 1970, Ph.D., Western
Kent, 1975; M.S., 1979, Ph.D., Iowa Ottawa University, 1966; M.A. Michigan University, 1973; C.A.S.,
State University, 1983. Wichita State University, 1973; University of Maine, 1986.
PINETTE, SUSAN A. 2007, M.Ed., Wichita State University, SIROIS, DONALD 1990, Coordinator,
Administrative Assistant I; B.S., Iowa 1986; Ed.D., Oklahoma State Communications Center.
State University, 1979 University, 1991. SMITH, CHRISTOPHER L. 1989,
PUTNAM, DAVID E. 2001, Lecturer of RUSH, SHIRLEY 1998, Associate Associate Director of Wieden Hall;
Undergraduate Research; B.A., Professor of Social Work; B.A., 1985, A.A., Southern Maine Vocational
University of Maine at Farmington, M.S.W., California State University, Technical Institute, 1979; B.S., 1983,
1985; M.S., University of Maine, 1993. 1988; LCSW Certification from the B.S., University of Maine at Presque
PUTNAM, JOANNE W. 1994, Professor State of Maine. Isle, 1988; M.Ed., University of
of Education; B.S., Colorado State ST. PETER, DAVID L. 1987, Director Maine, 2002.
University, 1969; M.A., West Virginia of Physical Facilities; A.A., Northern SMITH, ERVIN 1969, Storeroom Clerk II.
University, 1974; Ph.D., University of Maine Technical College, 1998. SONNTAG, MICHAEL E. 2007, Vice
Minnesota, 1983. ST. THOMAS, DARCY 2007, Library President for Academic Affairs; B.A.,
QI, JING 2007, Director of Online Clerk. Baylor University, 1989; M.A.,
Teaching & Institutional Research; SALO, ALLEN L. 1997, Associate University of Arkansas, 1992; Ph.D.,
B.S., Shanxi Normal University, 1995; Professor of Psychology; B.A., University of Arkansas, 1997.
M.Ed., University of Vermont, 2000; Northern Michigan University, 1985; SOUCIE, FLORENCE 1981,
Ph.D. University of Vermont, 2004. M.A., University of Nebraska at Administrative Assistant I.
RACE, TAMMERA 2007, Library Clerk; Omaha, 1987; Ph.D., University of SOUCIER, DANIEL 1989, Building &
B.A., New College of University of Florida, 1992. Grounds Maintenance Worker and
Southern Florida, 1998; M.S. SAUCIER, JR., LEO L. 2000, Assistant Landscaper/Groundskeeper.
University of Florida, 1991; M.L.I.S., Professor of Physical Education; B.S., STANDEFER, CHRISTINE L. 1992,
University of Wisconsin. Slippery Rock University, 1983; Professor of ED/HPER; B.S.,
RICE, RACHEL 2007, Media Relations M.Ed., Valdosta State University, Moorhead State University, 1977;
Coordinator; B.A., University of 1992. M.S., North Dakota State University,
Maine at Presque Isle, 2001. SAVAGE, JENNIE 2007, Assistant 1978; Ph.D., University of Illinois-
RICE, RAYMOND J. 1997, Chair, Director of Financial Aid; B.S., Urbana/Champaign, 1992.
College of Arts & Sciences; Professor University of Maine, 1995; M.S., STEPP, JAMES D. 1995, Assistant Dean
of English; B.A., Dickinson College, Husson College, 2001. of Students & Director of Residence
1989; M.A., 1993, Ph.D., University Life; B.S., 1984, M.A., University of
of Connecticut, 1998. Pennsylvania, 1990.
STEVENS, JEFFREY 2005, Building & WHITTINGTON, ANJA 2005, MCELWAIN, JOAN Clinical Instructor;
Grounds Maintenance Worker; B.S., Assisstant Professor of Recreation/ MT(ASCP). Manager of Laboratory
University of Massachuetts, 1983. Leisure; B.S., University of New Services, Cary Medical Center. B.A.,
STEVENS, MURILLO 1984, Plumbing Hampshire, 1997; M.Ed., University University of Maine, 1977.
Coordinator: D.I.P., Northern Maine of Maine, 2001; Ed.D., University of MCNAMEE, TIMOTHY Microbiology
Technical College, 1981. Maine, 2005. Instructor; MT(ASCP), B.S.,
STEWART, V. JOHN 2006, Director of WOOD, BONNIE S. 1989, Professor of University of Maine at Fort Kent,
Student Teaching and Field Biology; B.A., Wellesley College, 1975; MLT A.A., University of Maine
Experience; B.A., University of 1968; Ph.D., Cornell University at Augusta, 1980.
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Maine, 1970. WU, ZHIJUN 1990, Professor of Instructor; Houlton Regional
SULLIVAN, MICHAEL P. 1997, Senior Education; B.A., Beijing Normal Hospital, The Aroostook Medical
Assistant Director of Admissions; University, 1982; M.A., 1984, Ph.D., Center, 1968.
B.A., University of Maine at Presque University of Iowa, 1990. NEPTUNE, PATRICIA General
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THIBEAULT, RICK A. 1990, Manager Professor of History; B.A., Regional Hospital; A.S., University of
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THOMPSON, FRANKLIN V. 2002, Ph.D., University of Maine, 1997. Education Committee, Houlton
Assistant Professor of Psychology; ZILLMAN, DONALD N. 2006, Regional Hospital; A.S., University of
B.A., Pennsylvania State University, President; B.S., University of Maine at Presque Isle, 1996.
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University, 1973; Ed.D., Lehigh University of Wisconsin at Madison,
Athletic Training
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TOMLINSON, AARON 2007, Head 1973. EVA SHAY DO, ATEP Medical Director
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Northern Iowa, 2002; M.S., Illinois Mason University,1990; M.A., M.F.A., STEPHEN MARTIN, Ophthamologist
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UDASCO, MARIALUISA “LISA” 1997, Practioner
Administrative Assistant I; B.A., Texas
MLT Clinical Faculty TIMI ODIMAOA DDS, Team Dentist
CHARETTE, MARGARET (PEETIE)
Lutheran College, 1982. STEVE PORTER, Family Nurse Practioner
MLT Program Co-director, University
UNDERWOOD, DONNA 1979, SUE PORTER, Physician Assistant
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Secretary. PAUL MARQUIS, Registered Physical
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WALLINGFORD, JOANNE L. 1999, Therapist
1979; M.Ed., University of Maine,
Associate Professor of Business; TROY CAVERHILL, Registered Physical
1995.
B.S.B.A., University of Nebraska, Therapist
DESCHAINE, KRISTIE Hematology
1987; M.S., Syracuse University, CHRIS JACKSON, LATC, Clinical
Instructor; MT(ASCP) Hematology
1995. Instructor
Supervisor, The Aroostook Medical
WANG, CHUNZENG 2005, Assistant RYAN TAYLOR, LATC, U-Maine
Center. MLT, University of Maine at
Professor of Earth and Environmental Clinical Instructor
Presque Isle, 1980; B.A. University of
Science; B.S., Guilin Institute of MARILEE SCOTT, LATC, Clinical
Maine at Presque Isle, 1982.
Technology, 1984; M.S., China Instructor
LIN, RYAN R., M.D. Clinical
University of Geosciences, 1989; SHAWN BERRY, LATC, Clinical
Instructor; Pathologist, Medical
M.Phi., City University of New York, Instructor
Director, Cary Medical Center.
2000; Ph.D., City University of New DEENA ALBERT PARKS, LATC,
Kaohsiung Medical College, 1969.
York, 2001. Clinical Instructor
MCCUE, JAN Blood Bank Clinical
WASSON, RICKY 1988, Building &
Instructor; MT(ASCP). Blood Bank
Grounds Maintenance Worker.
Clinical Instructor, The Aroostook
WHITE, DONNA 2008, Custodian II
Medical Center. B.A., University of
Maine at Presque Isle, 1987.
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