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 SCHOOL
OF ARTS & SCIENCES
VISION STATEMENT
The School of Arts & Sciences affirms the mission of Holy Family University
and accepts the centrality of the School's role and responsibility in accomplishing
its goals. The University seeks "direction and inspiration from the life
and teaching of Jesus Christ, affirms the values of the Judeo-Christian
tradition, and witnesses to the dignity of each person and the oneness of
the human family" (Holy Family University Mission Statement). In this
context, the School of Arts & Sciences commits itself to the search for
and integration of knowledge and, through its disciplines, dynamically promotes
the growth of the following capacities within each student:
* Religious and spiritual values
* Self-knowledge and insight
* Moral and ethical sensibilities
* Enduring intellectual curiosity
* Aesthetic appreciation
* Critical, creative and analytical thinking
* Articulate oral and written communication skills
* Scientific understanding and technological skills
* Service and responsibility to the community
* Informed historical, cultural, and social perspectives |
A variety of career choices awaits
graduates from the School of Arts and Sciences at Holy Family University.
Whether you wish to enter the workforce or apply for graduate school after
graduation, Holy Family provides an excellent liberal arts-based education
to help you achieve your aspirations.
We provide a variety of study options for both full- and part-time students,
including 13 bachelor of arts degree programs, one bachelor of science
degree option, and four interdisciplinary degrees. Depending on your major,
you may attend classes at our Northeast Philadelphia Campus or our fully
equipped Newtown site in nearby Bucks County.
..........What's New..........................................................................
:: Commencement 2008
:: School of Arts & Sciences
Students Receive Honors
::  Art
Gallery (4/3/08-4/30/08)
:: Lecture Explores Origins of Mudslinging
:: George Haynes Wins
Lindback Award
:: Creativity Conference On Campus in March
:: University Launches New Communications Center
:: New Criminal Justice Master’s Program Launches at Newtown
:: University Offers Class in Mandarin
:: Social & Behavioral Science Division
:: Natural Sciences and Math Division
:: Study Abroad in London and Paris
:: Folio 31
Academic Excellence, Practical Experience
Holy Family’s accredited academic
programs support the University’s
mission and Christian liberal-arts
tradition. In addition to a core
curriculum of philosophy, religious
studies, humanities, and social and
natural sciences, the School of Arts and
Sciences emphasizes the development of
spiritual, moral, and ethical values;
critical, creative, and analytical thinking;
aesthetic appreciation; scientific
understanding and technological skills;
and social responsibility.
At Holy Family, students actively participate in their learning to reach
new understandings, and the classroom environment is hands-on and dynamic.
Classes incorporate some of the latest computer and instructional technologies,
including remote wireless laptop computers, video teleconferencing equipment,
scanners, smart boards, satellite connections to remote sites, Blackboard
access, and more. In fall 2003, we completed construction of a $3.5 million
Science Center, which houses new classrooms and some of the region’s most
advanced research laboratories and equipment. And our recently renovated
Language Lab incorporates the newest computer networking technologies
for learning and teaching Spanish, and other foreign languages.
As a student, you will master basic
theories in your major while developing
robust analytical, communication, and
leadership skills. Low faculty-to-student
ratios (1:13 or less in many classes) ensure
you receive personal attention and mentoring throughout every stage of
your academic career.
To support your classroom learning,
Holy Family encourages students to
gain practical experience through our
cooperative education and internship
programs. These opportunities enhance
your skills and understanding of
business principles while allowing you
to explore different work settings and
career opportunities.
Your Bright Future Begins at Holy Family
Job prospects for School of Arts and
Sciences graduates are excellent.
Students benefit greatly from our
professional relationships with major
corporations, nonprofit organizations,
and government agencies throughout
the Philadelphia region, which
frequently recruit and hire our
graduates. With job placement rates
that exceed 90 percent, Holy Family
graduates are highly sought after by
area employers.
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