GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR Colby College • Bates College • Bowdoin College October 24 & 25, 2011 ARTS & SCIENCES, BUSINESS Bangor Theological Seminary, Bangor, ME Bangor Theological Seminary (BTS) is a spiritually vibrant, intellectually informed, and fully accredited graduate school with campuses in Portland and Bangor, Maine. BTS offers a Master of Divinity Program which prepares individuals for ministries in churches, hospitals, nursing homes, school, and other community organizations. BTS also offers a Master of Arts degree offering a rich array of multidisciplinary learning opportunities. Our theological education spans religion, spirituality, theology, social justice, ethics, pastoral studies, biblical studies, world religions, and gender and sexuality. Our outstanding faculty and strong community of learners make BTS a place of challenging scholarship, lively inquiry, and faithful witness. Representative: Adrea Jaehnig, Director of Admissions Bard Graduate Center, New York, NY The Bard Graduate Center: Decorative Arts, Design History, Material Culture is a graduate research institute committed to studying the cultural history of the material world. Our degree program, research projects, and exhibition program together work to suggest a new field of questions at the crossroads where the decorative arts, design history, and material culture studies meet. At the BGC, our focus is on Cultura. This ancient Latin word referred to the class of activities in which human beings acted on, and so transformed, their natural surroundings. We have taken this as the outline of our institutional project: studying the substances intervened upon, the processes used to make these interventions, and the consequences of these interventions for the lives of human actors. http://www.bgc.bard.edu Representative: Elena Pinto Simon, Dean of Academic Administration & Student Affairs Boston College, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Chestnut Hill, MA Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic University with nearly 15,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students, 680 full-time faculty members dedicated to the highest levels of teaching and research, and over 152,000 active alumni. The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest of the University's graduate and professional schools. With programs of study in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, The Graduate School offers the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science (MS). In addition, numerous dual degree opportunities are available in cooperation with the Boston College School of Law, the Carroll School of Management, the Boston College School of Social Work and the Lynch School of Education. http://www.bc.edu/gsas Representative: Robert Howe, Associate Dean Bryant University, Graduate School of Business, Smithfield, RI Bryant University’s Graduate School offers degree programs designed to help our students succeed in a dynamic global marketplace. Bryant offers a 1-year MBA for students from all majors who recently completed their undergraduate studies, a 2-year MBA for working professionals, the Master of Professional Accountancy for accounting undergraduates, and MS in Taxation for tax professionals. http://www.bryant.edu/gradschool Representative: Jenna Stephenson, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Christie’s Education, London & New York, NY Christie's Education is an international team of dedicated art world experts, academics and practitioners who are committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of art world professionals. We educate by investigating objects and train through direct exposure to art world practices to equip our students with the practical and critical tools to flourish in their chosen field. Study sessions take advantage of the artistic richness of the city as a major art center, and are held 'behind the scenes' in the auction house warehouse, in museums, galleries, artists' studios and private collections. Assignments are based on professional models of practice, training students to investigate materials and techniques and to explore issues of interpretation and value. Christie's Education programs develop intellectual creativity, professional maturity and expertise that enables students to make considered career choices in a highly competitive workplace. For that reason, Christie's Education alumni are leading figures in the international art world. http://www.christieseducation.com Representative: Catherine Hyotte, Recruitment Officer Clarkson University, Graduate Business Programs, Potsdam, NY Teamwork is a central focus of Clarkson’s One-Year AACSB accredited MBA program. We emphasize the development of effective communication skills, including oral, written and multimedia methods. The core courses use cases, behavioral role playing, and simulation gaming as teaching methods. Several hands-on projects, consulting projects, and global business program opportunities provide application of theory to real business situations. On-line MBA - Clarkson's online Master of Business Administration offers practical solutions to full-time working professionals seeking continuing education by integrating cohort networking with web-based distance learning. The distinct advantage of this program is it allows individuals from all backgrounds eager to earn their MBA, to do so at a pace that works with demanding lifestyles. Many people truly benefit from the flexibility of online courses rather than from the atmosphere provided by traditional learning. Representative: Ken DaRin, Director Columbia University, MPA Environmental Science and Policy, New York, NY Co-sponsored by the Earth Institute and the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University, the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy trains sophisticated public managers and policymakers, who apply innovative, systems-based thinking to environmental issues. The program challenges students to think systemically and act pragmatically. To meet this challenge, we offer a high-quality graduate program in management and policy analysis that emphasizes practical skills and is enriched by ecological and planetary science. http://www.columbia.edu/cu/mpaenvironment Representative: Douglas Hill, Program Coordinator Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism, New York, NY Columbia's master's programs provide journalists with a unique opportunity to hone and deepen their journalistic abilities at any point in their careers. Our mission is to give students the tools that will help them over the long term as journalists. These include intensive individual coaching in writing and reporting provided by the nationally renowned journalists on our faculty. They train students in journalistic techniques; familiarize them with all forms of journalistic media; teach them the history of our profession; and introduce them to the substance of complicated subjects that can't be understood through simple intuition. For more information about our programs and scholarship opportunities, visit our website at www.journalism.columbia.edu. CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, New York, NY The Master of Arts degree in journalism at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism is an intensive, three-semester program designed to prepare gifted graduate students for a wide variety of careers in the field of journalism. This full-time program offers students a course of study that is both broad and deep, emphasizing the eternal verities of the journalistic profession while providing ample opportunities for specialization. There can be no more dynamic environment in which to learn and work than New York City. The city is the media capital of the world, and the Graduate School of Journalism is situated in its very heart. Dartmouth College, Graduate Studies, Arts and Sciences; Thayer School of Engineering, Hanover, NH Dartmouth offers Master’s and PhD degrees in a broad range of programs and courses in the Arts & Sciences. Special interdisciplinary programs are also in place, including a program leading to the degree of Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS). In addition, cross-disciplinary programs are available in Environmental Sciences, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and Nanomaterials. Dartmouth PhD students have the unique opportunity to extend their learning to areas closely connected to, but separate from, their specific field of study. Dartmouth's Thayer School of Engineering offers MS and PhD programs. We advance innovation in three focus areas (energy, medicine and complex systems) that crosscut traditional engineering disciplines and address critical human needs. Research engineering disciplines include Biochemical, Chemical, Environmental, Electrical, Materials, Mechanical and Computer Engineering, and Engineering Physics. Projects often engage researchers from Dartmouth Medical School (DMS), Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), Tuck School of Business, and Graduate Arts and Sciences, as well as partners from industry and government. The Master of Engineering Management (M.E.M.) program is a professional degree program for engineers. The mission of Thayer School's M.E.M. program is to develop managers who understand both the engineering and business aspects of technology. M.E.M. engineering and management courses are taught by faculty from Thayer School and Tuck School of Business. The combination of small classes and a high faculty-to-student ratio fosters class spirit and creates a stimulating intellectual environment. http://graduate.dartmouth.edu/programs/index.html Representative: Carrie Fraser, Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Affairs Duke University, Fuqua School of Business, Durham, NC The Master of Management Studies (MMS) program is a 10-month, pre-experience master's degree within Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. The MMS degree helps you leverage your undergraduate degree with fundamental business skills to jumpstart your career. Students will undertake coursework in finance, accounting, marketing, strategy, operations, decision analysis, and management, taught by Fuqua’s #1-ranked business faculty (according to Business Week). MMS students also benefit from dedicated career resources, including career search curriculum, individualized career coaching sessions, and access to Duke University and Fuqua career centers and alumni networks. This program is for rising seniors and recent graduates and is open to ANY MAJOR BACKGROUND. Our students have come from all academic areas, including engineering, art history, political science, and economics. http://www.fuqua.duke.edu/programs/other_programs/mms_foundations_of_business Representative: Cathy Johnson, Admissions Counselor Duke’s Nicholas School of the Environment, Durham, NC Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment offers 2 professional graduate degree programs: a Master of Forestry, (MF) and a Master of Environmental Management (MEM) degree. Students select from the following concentrated areas of study: Coastal Environmental Management (CEM); Ecosystem Science & Conservation (ESC); Ecotoxicology & Environmental Health (EEH); Environmental Economics & Policy (EEP); Energy and the Environment (EE); Global Environmental Change (GEC); and Water and Air Resources (WAR). Students gain the education and skills training to graduate and pursue careers where they take on leadership roles in environmental management. http://www.nicholas.duke.edu Representative: Suzanne Smith, Admissions Counselor Emerson College, Boston, MA Emerson's ten graduate programs reflect the importance of communication and the arts in our global community: Creative Writing (MFA), Publishing & Writing, Media Art (MFA), Theatre Education; Communication Management, Global Marketing Communication and Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communication; Communication Disorders, Health Communication, Journalism They are taught by highly acclaimed faculty in facilities that include a speech and hearing center, digital newsroom, historic opera house, high-tech marketing suite, television and sound production studios, and an award-winning FM radio station. Situated in the heart of downtown Boston, Emerson offers the vast resources of an international hub of culture, media, commerce, and medical innovation. http://www.emerson.edu/admissions/graduate-admission Representative: Andres Leon, Research Assistant Husson University, School of Graduate Studies, Bangor, ME Husson University is located in Bangor, Maine, a small city known for its energetic arts and innovation communities juxtaposed against the backdrop of the Maine woods and Penobscot River. Since 1898, Husson University has been serving future leaders through professionally-oriented graduate study in: - Business (MBA) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) - Criminal Justice Administration (MSCJA) - Human Relations (MSHR) - Nursing (MSN, post-grad) Occupational Therapy (MSOT) - Pastoral Counseling (MSPC) - Physical Therapy (DPT) - Pharmacy (PharmD) - School Counseling (MSSC) http://www.husson.edu/graduate Representative: Jamie Ballinger, Associate Director of Grad Admissions Monterey Institute of International Studies, Monterey, CA International Policy and Development; language teaching, translation and interpretation http://www.miis.edu Representative: Devin Lueddeke, Director of Recruiting New England College, Henniker, NH M.S. Accounting: New England College’s Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program has been designed for seasoned accountants and those aspiring to enter the field. The MSA prepares you for today’s complex and competitive business environment and acts as a prerequisite for entry into public accounting. M.S. Management The Master of Science in Management is a 36-credit program comprised of ten courses and a thesis/project requirement offered on campus with some concentrations online. The program may range from one year to two years, depending upon the student's choice of schedule. The concentrations that are offered: Strategic Leadership, Marketing Management, Project Management, Real Estate Management, Healthcare Administration, Health Information Management, Nonprofit Leadership, Banking and Finance . The curriculum, always evolving, explores the challenges and opportunities of the current business climate and capitalizes on the climate of opportunity in New Hampshire and Northern New England. We are proud members of the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, the Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire, and National Association of Graduate Admissions Professionals. M.S. Higher Education This 40-credit program is designed for students seeking a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of higher education administration. Coursework will cover functional areas and issues critical to effective management in college and university settings, including: legal issues, organizational leadership, finance and budgeting, and enrollment and retention. Case studies, applied research, and a capstone project enable students to apply learning immediately to higher Education practice and development. M.Ed Education The graduate program at New England College consists of the 36 credit Master of Education program with concentrations in Special Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, and in School Leadership leading to certification as a principal. For those students who already have earned a Masters in Education we offer a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study program for all of our concentrations. In the School Leadership concentration students may concentrate their program to lead to certification either as a Principal or a Superintendent. M.S. Mental Health Counseling The Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling offers a rigorous 60-credit degree program that leads to licensure in the state of New Hampshire and the potential for licensure in other states. A major portion of the Master of Science in human services program involves an intensive internship program, in which students are placed according to their talents and career ambitions, and mentored by the host organization, an NEC faculty member, and the Director of the Community Mental Health program We are proud of our professional partnerships and our service to the community mental health community of New Hampshire, including Riverbend, West Central Behavioral Health and Behavioral Health and Development of Strafford County. M.S. in Human Services (non-licensure track) MS in Human Services programs offer students a 36-credit degree program including many of the courses in the 60-credit MS in Mental Health Counseling, without the intensive internship component. Graduates of this program are prepared for leadership positions in social services, education, behavioral health management, counseling related organizations, and healthcare. Specific career tracks that graduates may pursue include case management, day treatment specialists, psychological assistants and vocational evaluators. M.S. Sport and Recreation Management: Coaching The Master of Science in Sports and Recreation Management provides a strong foundation in management of sports and recreation programs as well as the advanced skills and knowledge that prepare students to meet the challenges of coaching in colleges and universities today. This is a 40-credit Master of Science in management program maximizing on-the-job learning and online coursework, designed to be completed in one year. Two short, off-season residencies at the beginning and end of the program enable students to complete coursework efficiently with additional faculty and cohort support. http://www.ned.edu/shps Representative: Corey Anne Heiligmann, Admission Counselor Northwestern University, Medill School, Evanston, IL Journalism Medill trains graduate journalism students by immersing them in practical, hands-on, real-world journalism. Medill graduates work in traditional and new media; as magazine editors and multimedia producers; as news reporters and documentarians; as broadcasters and interactive editors; in start-ups and in venerable news companies. Students learn to report in and from Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods, Medill’s downtown and Washington newsrooms, and, for those who choose to spend an extra quarter in a Global Media residency, in news organizations elsewhere in the world. All learn to use new digital tools to engage audiences with news and information they need and want to know. Integrated Marketing Communications Graduate education in IMC was invented at Medill. IMC focuses on a strategic and data-driven approach to consumer and stakeholder behavior and needs, and the communication strategies organizations can employ to foster engagement with a brand, cause or organization. Students are involved in real-world, real-time, client/sponsor-driven projects where they gain skills, knowledge and experiences necessary to meet today's marketing challenges. While a few years of professional work experience are preferred, students with outstanding academic records, excellent writing and quantitative skills and some related internships, plus strong motivation toward a career in marketing, do well in the program. http://www.medill.northwestern.edu Representative: Andrea Calderon, Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Nova Southeastern University, Oceanographic Center, Dania Beach, FL Founded in 1964, the Oceanographic Center (OC) graduate students gain classroom, laboratory, and field knowledge to become the next generation of marine researchers, managers, and conservationists. Our faculty’s fields include coral reef ecology and geology; shark and billfish biology and conservation; fish physiology, genetics, and ecology; molecular biology; microbiology; biodiversity; and physical oceanography. Located on a 10-acre campus on Port Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean, the OC offers MS degrees in Marine Biology, Coastal Zone Management (CZM), Marine Environmental Sciences, and Biological Sciences in addition to the Ph.D. in Oceanography and Marine Biology. Traditional and condensed courses are held in the evenings at the OC or available online. Many courses and the MS in CZM program are available online. The MS capstone track is default and can be completed in two years. There is an optional thesis track upon approval. http://www.nova.edu/ocean Representative: Melissa Dore, Director of Academic Support and Administration Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA The Savannah College of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing learning through individual attention in a positively oriented university environment. The Savannah College of Art and Design, an institution with distinctive yet complementary locations, will be recognized as the leader in defining art and design education. By employing innovation in all areas, SCAD will provide a superior education through talented and dedicated faculty and staff, leading-edge technology, advanced learning resources and comprehensive support services. http://www.scad.edu Representative: Elizabeth Mathis, Director of Graduate Recruitment Simmons College, Graduate School of Library and Information Science, Boston, MA Graduate School of Library and Information Science Admitting students for a Master of Science or Ph.D. in Library and Information Science. Students are given a broad understanding of library and information science in a rapidly changing society, while beginning to develop some specialization related to management; information and knowledge organization; information production, distribution, dissemination, retrieval, and use; information systems, services, and ethics; networks; and publishing. College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Studies Admitting students for programs in: * Educational Leadership (MS) * Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) o Elementary School Teacher o Middle School and High School Teacher * Elementary School Teacher (MAT) * Middle School and High School Teacher (MAT) * Teaching English as a Second Language (MATESL) * Ph.D. in Educational Leadership *Special Education o Assistive Technology o Language & Literacy Program o Moderate/Severe Licensure *Behavior Analysis * Children's Literature (MA) * English (MA) * Gender/Cultural Studies (MA) * History (MA) * Writing for Children (MFA) School of Nursing and Health Sciences The School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) offers nationally accredited graduate programs for men and women in : nutrition and health promotion, physical therapy, and primary health care nursing. Additionally, SNHS offers a program in health professions education. School of Social Work The School of Social Work (SSW) provides a rigorous clinical social work education for men and women, including a nationally accredited master of social work (M.S.W.) program and a Ph.D. in Social Work designed for advanced clinical scholars. Recent SSW initiatives include our Urban Leadership Program, Spanish language courses for social workers, international study, and schedules that accommodate working professionals. School of Management A leading center for innovative teaching, research and discourse on women, leadership and management, the School of Management (SOM) offers a demanding management education to women MBA students. SOM is also a leadingedge provider of executive education, consulting services, and applied research to senior management in business, government, and the nonprofit sector. The SOM also offers a Master's degree in Communications Management. http://www.simmons.edu Representative: Christine Williams, Associate Director, Graduate School of Library and Information Science SIT Graduate Institute, Brattleboro, VT SIT Graduate Institute's accredited, internationally focused Master of Arts degree programs in Service, Leadership and Management, Sustainable Development, Conflict Transformation, International Education, and Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL) give students the real-world strategies, field experience, and intercultural skills sought after in global leaders. SIT has campuses in Brattleboro, Vermont, and Washington, DC. http://www.sit.edu/graduate Representative: Kim De Courcy, Director of Admissions Tufts University, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Medford, MA Tufts University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, offers master- and doctoral-level degree programs for students interested in the arts, natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, as well as advanced degrees and certifications in key professional programs. Tufts University School of Engineering offers master- and doctoral-level engineering programs in biomedical, civil, chemical, computer science, electrical, environmental and mechanical engineering. Students can also earn a master's of science in engineering management through Tufts Gordon Institute. http://gradstudy.tufts.edu Representative: Catherine Boleyn, Admissions & Student Services Representative University of Maine, Orono, ME The University of Maine is the state’s only Carnegie doctoral-research extensive university and the flagship campus of the University of Maine System. The doctorate is available in 30 areas of study and the master’s degree may be earned in over 70 areas, ranging from the arts, sciences and engineering to professional degrees in the fields of business, education, nursing, communication sciences and disorders, global policy and social work. Located along the scenic Stillwater river, the 1100 acre campus boasts state-of-the art research facilities and numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary research at such centers as the Laboratory for Surface Science and Technology, the Climate Change Institute, the Margaret Chase Smith Center for Public Policy, the Institute for Molecular Biophysics, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the Maine Center for Research in STEM Education, and the Mitchell Environmental Center for Watershed Research. http://www.umaine.edu/graduate Representative: Scott Delcourt, Associate Dean University of Massachusetts Boston, McCormack Graduate School of Policy & Global Studies, Boston, MA Department of Conflict Resolution, Human Security, and Global Governance Programs offered: Ph.D. in Human Security Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution Master of Arts in International Relations Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution Department of Gerontology Programs offered: Ph.D. in Gerontology Master of Science in Gerontology Master of Science in the Management of Aging Services Graduate Certificate in Gerontology Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs Programs offered: Ph.D. in Public Policy Master of Arts in Public Affairs Graduate Certificate in Women and Politics and Public Affairs http://www.umb.edu/academics/mgs Representative: Tim Blackman, Assistant Dean University of Massachusetts Worcester, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Boston, MA The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Medical School trains students in the basic and translational biomedical sciences in preparation for conducting research with direct relevance to human disease. Graduates are expert in collaborative research involving scientists and physicians undertaking basic and clinical research. Graduates are prepared to become educators in schools of the health professions and liberal arts colleges. Graduates are also highly sought as junior scientists by the biotechnology industry. http://www.umassmed.edu/gsbs Representative: Virginia Behn, Admissions Coordinator University of Miami, MA in International Administration, Coral Gables, FL MAIA is a professional degree in International Administration. We seek to train students for international careers. Our program bridges the traditional divide between the world of the theorist/academician and the practitioner. Too often, programs in international relations that are focused excessively on theory have students engaged in sterile theoretical debates divorced from reality; whereas international professionals with no background in theory create policies that disregard world history and the understanding of its dynamics. Students in our program do not only gain academic knowledge but practical skills as well, leaving them well-rounded and fully prepared for professional life. http://www.miami.edu Representative: TBD University of New England, Portland, ME Graduate programs for the Westbrook College of Health Professions, The College of Pharmacy, The College of Graduate Studies and the College of Arts and Sciences. http://www.une.edu/admissions/graduate Representative: Nicole Chase, Graduate Recruitment Coordinator University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice, Philadelphia, PA Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice offers five degree programs: Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Science in Social Policy, Master of Science in Nonprofit/NGO Leadership, Clinical Doctorate in Social Work (DSW), and PhD in Social Welfare. The School prepares students to address micro and macro societal problems at the local, national and international level; and has developed a philosophy that stresses a fundamental commitment to social justice and the elimination of all forms of social oppression. This philosophy, which is a continuously evolving dogma, shapes the educational programs Penn offers, the research it undertakes, and the leadership it provides to the profession. http://www.sp2.upenn.edu Representative: Michael Light, Director of Financial Aid University of Southern Maine, Graduate Admissions Portland, ME The University of Southern Maine offers an array of excellent master's degrees and three doctoral programs in a variety of academic and professional fields. These include: nursing, music, education, biology, applied medical sciences, creative writing, leadership studies, health policy, public policy, community planning and development, statistics, American and New England studies, occupational therapy, business, computer science, school psychology, educational psychology, counseling, social work. and teacher certification. In keeping with USM's mission as a public comprehensive university, these programs reflect and respond to the educational needs of the state and the region. USM also offers a number of post-baccalaureate Certificates of Graduate Study, in a variety of areas. Most of the graduate programs are available on either a part-time or fulltime basis. Late afternoon and evening classes are offered to accommodate students who are also working professionals. Many of the graduate programs also offer on-line classes. http://www.usm.maine.edu/grad Representative: Mary Sloan, Director of Graduate Admissions University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service, Portland, ME The Muskie Community Planning & Development (CPD) Master's program is for individuals who want to shape the environment and economy of cities and towns, and gain the necessary skills and knowledge for successful careers in planning and economic development. This field deals with the continuing attempt by society to strike a balance among community growth, environmental quality and human welfare. The Muskie Health Policy & Management (HPM) Master's program prepares graduates for the rapidly changing challenges confronting today's complex health care systems. Working with nationally-recognized faculty, students build the necessary skills to analyze options, define strategies, and manage solutions for the effective delivery of health services. The Muskie Public Policy & Management (PPM) Master's program prepares graduates for senior leadership positions in nonprofit organizations, government, and the private sector. Students acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to analyze and address contemporary issues of public concern. The program connects academic study with public service to strengthen communities and develop effective public leaders. Muskie also offers Certificates of Graduate Study that are designed for professional who are considering a career shift or want to increase their knowledge in a particular field, as well as for students who want to supplement the master's degree. We offer Certificates of Graduate Study in the following areas: Applied Research & Evaluation Methods, Child & Family Policy & Management, Community Planning & Development, Health Policy & Management, Nonprofit Management, Performance Management & Measurement, Practice Management, and Public Health. http://muskie.usm.maine.edu/academics Representative: Kat Schorr, Coordinator of Student Affairs Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, ME A leader in science, engineering, and management, Worcester Polytechnic Institute anticipated some of the latest trends in higher education by nearly two generations. WPI’s founding principle of balancing theory with practice underlies a projectbased, experiential curriculum that prepares students to solve important problems through interdisciplinary study and applied research. http://www.wpi.edu/admissions/graduate.html Representative: Mark Fellenz, Associate Director of Graduate Admissions, School of Business EDUCATION & POLICY Bard College, Center for Environmental Policy, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY The Bard Center for Environmental Policy offers Master of Science degrees in either environmental policy or climate science and policy. The program equips future policy makers for the complex interplay of science, law, economics, and politics that defines contemporary environmental challenges. Each cohort uses case studies and theoretical scenarios to illuminate basic principles and practice analytic skills. Bard's innovative curriculum investigates the impact of socioeconomic activities on natural ecosystem functioning and examines various political, institutional, and legislative responses to environmental problems. Whether enrolled in the environmental policy or the climate science and policy degree, throughout their two years at Bard, CEP students are personally advised and mentored by a distinguished faculty of academic and professional experts. Students are required to complete an extended professional internship within the NGO, government, or private sector. Graduates of the CEP program are employed throughout the United States and abroad as policy analysts, advisers, consultants, and advocates for public and private institutions. Bard CEP also offers dual degrees in conjunction with Pace Law School (J.D./M.S.), the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching Program (M.A.T./M.S.), and the Peace Corps (Master's International and Fellows). http://www.bard.edu/cep Representative: Molly Williams, Admissions Counselor Brookwood School/Lesley University, Teacher Training, Manchester, MA Brookwood School offers a one-year teaching internship in collaboration with Lesley University. Participants will spend the year working closely with mentor teachers in two different grade levels. They will have the opportunity to take part in all aspects of school life. At the end of the year they will have earned their masters degree and initial Massachusetts teaching license in either elementary or early childhood education. http://www.brookwood.edu/brookwood_school_teacher_training_program Representative: Pam Hawes, Director of Teacher Training Program Brown University, Department of Education, Providence, RI Teacher Education Program- Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) The Department of Education at Brown has a long history in teacher education. Both the elementary and the secondary MAT programs are dedicated to the idea that teaching is creative and intellectually serious work. Those who are introduced to the craft of teaching at Brown are immersed in a community of education scholars and practitioners engaged in local, national, and international efforts to assist education and the teaching profession. That community includes the Education Department faculty, the Education Alliance, and the Annenberg Institute for School Reform. This rich environment fosters discussions about teaching practice and education reform. Inquiry. Collaboration. Reflection. These principles drive the foundation of the MAT year. The 12-month experience at Brown combines practice and theory through coursework and teaching placements in a variety of settings. Leading to teacher certification in elementary (grades 1-6) or secondary (grades 7-12) education that is reciprocal in 44 states, this yearlong program provides intensive, high-quality preparation that inspires candidates to become teacher leaders in their disciplines and in their schools. Feedback. Personalization. Growth. The small size of the MAT program fosters meaningful connections with faculty who are experts in teaching and learning in their discipline. Building on a dynamic network of MAT candidates and alumni, mentor teachers, and faculty, the program provides a rich experience that supports collaborative and reflective practices applied to excellent teaching and learning for all of our nation’s children. Urban Education Policy The Education Department at Brown offers a master's level program leading to an A.M. in Urban Education Policy. The twelve-month UEP program dedicated to the study of policy analysis, planning, and development in urban public education. The tightly focused academic curriculum, integrated with a nine-month internship, is designed to impart a set of core skills and competencies that are necessary for successful careers in urban education policy. The UEP program also provides a solid foundation for those anticipating advanced study in areas related to urban education policy http://www.brown.edu/Departments/Education/index.php Representative: Ann D’Abrosca, Assistant Director of Graduate and Special Programs Columbia University, Teachers College, New York, NY Teachers College, Columbia University is more than its name implies-it is an urban, independent, thoroughly diverse and multicultural, comprehensive graduate and professional school of education. Since its inception in 1887, Teachers College has also been a leading institution concerned with extending educational opportunity and improving the quality of education in and out of the classroom and across the lifespan. With more than 120 top-ranked graduate degree programs from which to choose, Teachers College offers students an unmatched array of areas of study. http://www.tc.columbia.edu/admission Representative: Thomas P. Rock, Executive Director of Enrollment Servies University of Delaware, School of Education, Newark, DE Graduate Programs School of Education University of Delaware Ph.D. in Education prepares researchers to work in academia as well as in research institutions, government agencies, and public and non-profit organizations that investigate the central issues and questions affecting teaching and learning and the nature of education. Students in this 4–5 year program generally attend full-time, and full-time Ph.D. students in good standing usually receive an assistantship that includes a tuition waiver and a stipend. The University requires all Ph.D. students to complete one year of residency, and students in this cohort-based program are encouraged to complete the residency requirement during their first year in the program. There is a minimum of 51 credits required for completion of the Ph.D. in Education degree. Ph.D. in Economic Education includes two distinct competencies, one in Education that involves primarily the teaching of economics in K-12 settings and one in Economics that involves education public policy issues (i.e., school financing, vouchers, testing, human capital development) and also the education production process at both the K-12 and post-secondary levels. This innovative new PhD program in ECONOMIC EDUCATION, jointly run by the Department of Economics and the School of Education, will bridge the gap between these related disciplines. Ed.D. in Educational Leadership prepares practicing educational professionals to tackle the challenges and concerns affecting K–12 and Higher Education leaders through an inquiry and action research format. There are two concentrations within this degree: Administration and Policy (ADPO) and Curriculum, Technology and Higher Education (CTHE). Students in this 3–4 year program are generally part-time students who continue with their full-time employment while enrolled in the program. Students in this program include both K–12 leaders such as principals, central office specialists, and team leaders as well as technology and higher education managers in areas such as admissions, financial aid, and student services. There are 54 credits required for completion of the Ed.D. degree. M.Ed. in Educational Technology is designed for individuals who seek both a theoretical and practical understanding of educational technology. This 33-credit hour program stresses the relationships among curriculum design, instructional theory, and information technology. Students may engage in full- or part-time study. Graduates of the program work in a variety of educational settings in K–12 and higher education institutions, as well as state and regional departments of education, and corporate training departments. M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth prepares candidates to become certified to teach special education in either elementary or secondary schools. It is also a program that certified special education teachers may enroll in who want to improve their practice or gain additional knowledge in a specialized area of exceptionality such as autism or educational diagnosis. Students in this 33-credit hour program enroll on both a full- and part-time basis, but a full-time internship experience is required of anyone seeking certification through this program. M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration prepares candidates to work in a leadership capacity in colleges, universities, and other adult programs. A specialization in sports management is available for individuals who are interested in working in athletic administration or coaching in higher education. Students in this 33-credit hour program may either be enrolled for full-time or part-time study. M.Ed. in Reading is designed to prepare practicing teachers to become Reading Specialists. This 33-credit hour program is designed to be completed on a part-time basis and it focuses on classroom teaching, intervention with students who struggle with reading, and the management and assessment of reading programs. Graduates will be granted reading specialist certification by the State of Delaware and all other states accredited by NCATE. M.Ed. in School Leadership is designed to prepare K–12 educators for certification as a principal or school administrator. This program is aligned with National ISLLC Standards for School Leadership. Students in this 33-credit hour, cohort-based program are generally part-time students who continue with their full-time employment while enrolled in the program. Courses are offered in the evenings or on Saturdays, and focus on authentic, problem-based, and case-based learning. M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language prepares students to become certified to teach children for whom English is not their native language. It also appeals to students who wish to teach English to adults and children overseas, both in school and non-school settings. Full-time study in this 33-credit hour program is encouraged, and students seeking TESL certification must complete a full-time internship experience. M.A. and Ed.S. in School Psychology is a competitive, full-time program for students who seek certification as a School Psychologist. This 60-credit hour program includes two years of full-time coursework plus a third year full-time internship under the auspices of a licensed school psychologist. Students are awarded an M.A. after the first year and an Ed.S. at the conclusion of this program. M.I. in Instruction is a program for current teachers who want to improve their instructional practice through reflection and focus on individualized goals. This 33-credit hour program is designed to be completed on a part-time basis by teachers throughout the State of Delaware, and many of the courses are offered during the summer in Newark as well as in Sussex and Kent Counties. Certification as a School Library Media Specialist may be obtained by completing the concentration in this area. A concentration in Agriculture Education is available through this degree. http://www.udel.edu/education Representative: Gail Rys, Director University of Delaware, School of Urban Affairs & Public Policy, Newark, DE One of the most distinguishing characteristics of the School of Public Policy and Administration is the integration of academic excellence and professional experience. Students learn about the latest theories related to their field, and contribute in making a real difference by applying those theories to real-world problems that improve the community, the state, the region and the world. For 50 years, the School of Public Policy and Administration continues linking academic excellence with professional experience, allowing students extensive opportunities to participate in internships and applied research projects. Students work closely with faculty and staff on research projects. Instructors are easily accessible to provide assistance and advice. Graduate degree programs offered by the School of Public Policy and Administration: Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) M.A. in Urban Affairs and Public Policy M.A. in Historic Preservation M.S. in Disaster Science and Management Ph.D. in Urban Affairs and Public Policy Ph.D. in Disaster Science and Management. http://www.sppa.udel.edu Representative: Al Frankel, Graduate Services University of Maryland, School of Public Policy, College Park, MD School of Public Policy awards MPP (early-career), MPM (mid-career), and PhD degrees. Joint programs are: MPP/MBA with RH Smith School of Business; MPP/JD with University of Maryland Law School in downtown Baltimore; MPP/MS with Sustainable Development and Conservation Biology Program; and MEPP (joint master's in engineering and public policy) with A James Clark School of Engineering. http://www.publicpolicy.umd.edu Representative: Taryn Faulkner, Assistant Director, Admissions and Student Affairs University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, Philadelphia, PA The Penn Graduate School of Education offers programs leading to the Ph.D., Ed.D., M.S.Ed., M.S. and M.Phil.Ed degrees. GSE seeks students who are interested in promoting a deeper understanding of educational issues and contributing to societal change. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on the interactive relationship of theory, research, and practice, often focusing on urban education. Students engage in extensive fieldwork throughout their studies and are both learners and agents of change within the university and the surrounding Philadelphia neighborhoods. http://gse.upenn.edu Representative: TBD HEALTH PROFESSIONS Brown University, Public Health Program, Providence, RI Graduate study in public health at Brown has a singular purpose: to train leaders who are armed with the skills to conduct research, improve programs, bring about policy change, and improve the health of populations. In addition to the Master of Public Health Program, we offer graduate degrees in four areas: behavioral and social sciences, biostatistics, epidemiology, and health services research. Representative: Patrick Vivier, Director, MPH Program Columbia University, School of Nursing, New York, NY Columbia University School of Nursing is part of one of the world’s most renowned academic health centers. The School of Nursing is proud of its 116 year history of educating nursing leaders and spear-heading advances in the nursing profession. The Entry to Practice (ETP) program is an accelerated combined-degree (BS/MS) program for non-nursing college graduates. The program is designed to prepare the student for a career as an Advanced Practice Nurse. The Columbia University School of Nursing offers nine Master’s specialties. Doctoral education at Columbia prepares individuals to fill the growing need for expert researchers (PhD) and clinicians (DNP) to meet national health care challenges. http://www.nursing.columbia.edu Representative: Naveed Ahmed, Coordinator of Admissions Dartmouth College, The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Lebanon, NH Master of Public Health Dartmouth’s one year Master of Public Health degree is a unique program that explores the interface between traditional public health and the U.S health care system. Using an evidence-based approach focused on health outcomes and methods of analysis common to public health, students gain an understanding of the medical care and public health systems. With analytic tools of biostatistics, epidemiology and research methods, students learn to apply methods of quality improvement to initiate change, translate research findings into action, improve care and access to care and develop strategies to advance population health. Students gain knowledge through traditional classroom experiences, multiple opportunities in the field and through team-based projects with classmates composed of physicians, other health professionals and more recent college graduates. The MPH can be completed full-time in one year or part-time over two to three years. Read more. Master of Science The Dartmouth Institute’s Master of Science program trains its students to be leaders and researchers in health services delivery and quality improvement. This distinctive degree program graduates students with the capacity to research and implement initiatives that will advance a patient-centered, high quality, cost-effective health care system with access and excellence for all. The program has two concentrations, one in health care leadership and the other in clinical and health services research. The leadership concentration focuses on understanding the delivery system and implementing change from within the system. The research concentration focuses on assessing the effectiveness of the delivery system and developing scientific methods to assess the value of changes. With analytic tools of biostatistics, epidemiology and research methods, students learn to apply methods of quality improvement to initiate change, translate research findings into action, improve care and access to care and develop strategies to advance population health. The MS can be completed full-time in one year or part-time over two to three years. Read more. PhD The Dartmouth Institute's Doctor of Philosophy program is designed for those pursuing a career involving major research or leadership roles in the areas of health policy and clinical practice. The PhD Program offers in-depth, multi-disciplinary training in the conduct of research and teaching in the areas of special expertise at The Institute. The doctoral program is designed so that each studentresearcher works closely with a faculty advisor to design a course of study and participate in ongoing research. The doctoral program typically takes three-five years to complete. Read more. Voices of TDI "In the basic sciences, you have discussion and debate. Why not in medicine? We need to be continually evaluating what we are doing over time." John Wennberg, MD, MPH Director Emeritus The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice http://www.tdi.dartmouth.edu/centers/education Representative: Courtney Weber, Recruitment and Admissions Assistant Dartmouth Medical School, Section of Biostatistics & Epidemiology, Lebanon, NH The new program is interdepartmental with faculty from the Departments of Biological Sciences, Community and Family Medicine, Section of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Computer Science, Genetics and Medicine at Dartmouth College and Dartmouth Medical School. Numerous collaborations exist between QBS members and those in other Ph.D. programs at Dartmouth including the Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) Program, the Program in Experimental and Molecular Medicine (PEMM) and the Graduate Programs at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice (TDI). Beginning in 2009, Dartmouth Graduate Studies and Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business offer a new dual degree program which allows Dartmouth Ph.D. students to obtain an accelerated MBA degree. Representative: Crystal Flaherty, QBS PhD Program Administrator Johns Hopkins University, School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing is a global leader in nursing research, education, and scholarship. The School and its baccalaureate, master’s, PhD, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs are recognized for excellence in educating nurses who set the highest standards for patient care and become innovative national and international leaders. http://www.nursing.jhu.edu Representative: Denelle Alton, Admissions & Student Services Officer Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Institute of Health Professions, Boston MA The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an innovative graduate school with programs in Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Communication Sciences and Disorders. It is an affiliate of the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and the Partners HealthCare System. The Institute offers unparalleled opportunities for students to learn and work alongside expert practitioners in a variety of hospital, clinical and community settings. The MGH Institute is located in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. http://www.mghihp.edu Representative: Rika Judd, Director of Admissions New England College of Optometry, Boston, MA The New England College of Optometry has been the educational and intellectual center of optometry in New England since 1894. The College serves as a leader in optometric instruction and research and continues to spread its influence throughout the world. Located in the Back Bay area of Boston, the New England College of Optometry is a professional graduate institution educating students in the discipline of optometry. NECO provides a four-year post-baccalaureate professional curriculum taught by more than 40 full-time and 100 part-time and adjunct faculty. The College aims to give its students a broad and sound training in the science of optometry; a thorough training in the practice of optometry; to uplift the science of optometry to the highest standard; and to make useful, practical and successful optometrists. With an enrollment of over 400 students, the student body is the most diverse of any college of optometry in the world: More than 25% of the students enrolled in the doctor of optometry program received their pre-optometry education outside the U.S., representing 14 different countries. There are also unique 2-year accelerated programs leading to a doctor of optometry degree for people with advanced academic degrees. Most recently, the College has been working with foreign educators to create customized, accredited programs for training optometrists and upgrading their credentials in countries as diverse as Italy, Spain, China and South Africa. A small, private institution, the New England College of Optometry emulates larger universities in its ambitions and scope. The College is committed to the advancement of vision care and boasts of an academic environment rich in intellectual exchange and opportunity. http://www.neco.edu Representative: Dr. Walter Potaznick New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of NYIT, Old Westbury, NY The New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM) of New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) is committed to training osteopathic physicians for a lifetime of learning and practice, based upon the integration of evidence-based knowledge, critical thinking, and the tenets of osteopathic principles and practice.The college is also committed to preparing osteopathic physicians for careers in primary care, including health care in the inner city and rural communities, as well as to the scholarly pursuit of new knowledge concerning health and disease. NYCOM provides a continuum of educational experiences to its students, extending through the clinical and post-graduate years of training. This continuum provides the future osteopathic physician with the foundation necessary to maintain competence and compassion, as well as the ability to better serve society through research, teaching, and leadership. http://www.nyit.edu/nycom Representative: Taryn Croot, Associate Director of Admissions Northeastern University, Bouve College of Health Sciences, Boston, MA The Bouvé College of Health Sciences offers six majors in three schools - Health Professions, Nursing, and Pharmacy, with an interdisciplinary emphasis that reflects today's team approach to health care. In the School of Health Professions, the following programs and degrees are offered: Counseling and Applied Educational Psychology: The Bouvé College of Health Sciences emphasizes experiential and field-based learning, interdisciplinary and global knowledge, and integration of science and practice. Students are well-prepared to become counseling and psychology professionals in a variety of educational, governmental, community, organizational, and private settings. As a Bouvé student, you will acquire knowledge and competency needed for a lifetime of personal fulfillment and professional achievement. The programs and degrees offered are as follows: College Student Development & Counseling (MS/CAGS),School Counseling (MS), School Psychology (MS/CAGS), School Psychology (PhD), Counseling Psychology (MS/CAGS), Counseling Psychology (PhD),Early Intervention (Certificate. Exercise Science offers an MS with a concentration in Public Health. The curriculum is designed to study issues and concepts related to the epidemiology of physical activity and chronic disease, public health administration and policy, health behavior, health education, and environmental health and the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs to promote physical activity in various populations. Public Health (MPH) Physical Therapy (DPT) If you hold a baccalaureate or masters degree in another field of study, the Post Baccalaureate Direct Entry Graduate DPT program may be right for you. This program consists of seven (7) semesters of course work, one six (6) month cooperative education experience and thirty (30) weeks of clinical education. Most students can expect to complete the program in four years. Audiology (AuD)Audiologists specialize in the prevention, identification, assessment, and rehabilitation of hearing disorders. Individuals with congenital and acquired hearing impairments are seen for services by audiologists. They prescribe and dispense hearing aids and instruct the use of amplification for individuals with congenital and acquired hearing impairments Speech Language Pathology (MS)Speech-language pathologists treat disorders such as developmental language and articulation disorders, voice and resonance problems, stuttering, and language and cognitive impairments due to stroke, head injury, and progressive neurological diseases. Physician Assistant (MS) Established in 1971, the program has a longstanding history of, and expertise in, the education and training of physician assistants. The PA Program is located in close proximity to Boston's major academic medical centers and was the first generalist PA training program in the nation to offer a masters degree in 1985. This rigorous, highly integrated curriculum provides our students with the broad generalist training that prepares them for successful employment in all fields of clinical practice. Our instructional faculty members are practicing clinicians from throughout New England and most have been teaching with the program for many years. The clinical year is designed to provide students with experience in diverse health care settings in our well-established network of clinical rotations sites. The School of Nursing offers the Direct Entry Program for students with a BA/BS not in nursing. Northeastern's direct entry nursing program allows you to use the degree and experience that you already have and leverage it into a master's degree in Nursing. Since you will start the direct entry nursing program with a bachelor's degree, you may have taken most of the courses you need to begin a study of health and nursing. Assuming you have met the prerequisites, you will not need to repeat any of your undergraduate course work. You come into the direct entry program as a graduate student and are regarded as such, even when you take the undergraduate nursing classes during your first year and a half. By the time you graduate from Northeastern, you will have worked with a tremendous variety of cases and patients at some of the world's foremost centers for health treatment and research and will be eligible for Nurse Practitioner licensure. The Graduate School of Pharmacy offers both MS and PhD degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Pharmaceutical Science is a problem-solving discipline concerned with the discovery, design, and use of drugs. Pharmaceutical scientists find new targets for drug development, research how drugs work at a molecular level and the harmful effects of drugs, and determine how drugs’ properties, dosages, and delivery systems affect their performance. As drug research increases, more pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries are hiring MS pharmaceutical science graduates. http://www.northeastern.edu/bouve Representative: Molly Schnabel Penn Veterinary Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Penn Vet offers a four year program leading to a doctorate in veterinary medicine. There is also a combined VMD/PhD program and a VMD/MBA program with the Wharton School of Business. The bulk of the program is offered on the University of Pennsylvania campus in West Philadelphia. The large animal facilities are located at New Bolton Center located about one hour southwest of the city where housing is available for two week rotations. http://vet.upenn.edu Representative: Malcolm Keiter, Associate Dean for Admissions Ross University School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine, North Brunswick, NJ Ross University was founded in 1978 and is a provider of medical and veterinary education offering doctor of medicine and doctor of veterinary medicine degree programs. Located in Dominica, West Indies, Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) places more graduates into US residencies than any other medical school in the world. Located in St. Kitts, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) is the first Caribbean veterinary school to receive AVMA accreditation and is affiliated with 22 schools of veterinary medicine in the US where students complete their clinical year. Overall, Ross University has graduated over 11,000 successful physicians and veterinarians who are practicing in all 50 US states, Canada and Puerto Rico. Ross operates on a three-semester schedule, allowing students to start in September, January or May, and has administrative offices in North Brunswick, NJ. Eligible students can receive US federal loans. http://www.rossu.edu Representative: Jeanne DiPretoro, Associate Director of Admission, New England St. George’s University School of Medicine & School of Veterinary Medicine, Great River, NY http://www.sgu.edu Representative: Betsy Mills, Enrollment Counselor Eastern US Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA Tufts University School of Dental Medicine was established in 1868 as Boston Dental College. It was incorporated into Tufts College in 1899. Although founded as a school to educate students from New England, today Tufts is renowned throughout the United States and the world as a center for academic and clinical excellence. Tufts boasts over seven thousand alumni composed of individuals from all fifty states and thirty-nine countries. Students receive a comprehensive education that emphasizes the importance of didactic coursework, pre-clinical training, clinical experience, and practice management that prepares them to enter the work force as confident, proficient clinicians. http://dental.tufts.edu Representative: Melissa Friedman, Director of Admissions Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine offers a four year professional degree leading to Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.). Podiatric medicine is the branch of medicine concentrating on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of problems and diseases of the foot, ankle and lower extremity. Podiatric medicine includes a variety of specialties such as orthopedics, surgery, sports medicine, pediatrics, diabetic foot care and geriatrics. TUSPM is part of a major university with a comprehensive allopathic health sciences center, which affords our students unparalleled access to patient care. Each year TUSPM host free one week Summer and Winter Internship Programs. http://podiatry.temple.edu Representative: Susan Powers, Student Services Specialist Tufts School of Medicine, Boston, MA Tufts University (Tufts) School of Medicine offers a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree that can be obtained by itself or in combination with the MD, DVM, MS in Nutrition, BA or BS degrees offered by Tufts. It is also offered with the JD from Northeastern University, a national leader in public interest law. A Master of Science in Health Communication (HCOM) in collaboration with Emerson College and a Master of Science in Pain Research, Education and Policy are also offered. Tufts' graduates are provided with appropriate knowledge and skills to practice in the broad arena of public health. http://www.tufts.edu/med Representative: Tara Risi, Admissions Counselor University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine, Farmington, CT The University Of Connecticut School Of Dental Medicine is a prominent leader in dental education, research and patient care. As Connecticut’s only dental school and the only public dental school in New England, the school is recognized nationally and internationally for both its pre-doctoral and postdoctoral/graduate education programs. http://sdm.uchc.edu Representative: Edward Thibodeau, Associate Dean for Admissions University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Biddeford, ME The University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM) is committed to serving the people of New England through an emphasis on educating primary care physicians. UNECOM offers academic excellence, a supportive learning environment and a beautiful ocean-side campus. Centers of Excellence include Neuroscience, and Community and Public Health. The College has been recognized for excellence in primary care, osteopathic manipulative medicine, and geriatric education. http://www.une.edu/com Representative: Patricia Kelley, Associate Dean of Constituent Services University of Medicine and Health Sciences, New York, NY UMHS is a University that prepares students to become physicians (MD). Our mission is to educate and nurture a new generation of physicians prepared to meet 21st century health care delivery in a rapidly changing world. IUON is a University that prepares students to become Registered Nurses (RN). We offer a upper division Bachelors Degree in Nursing. This program is a accelerated nursing program. http://umhs-sk.net Representative: Obed Figueroa, Assistant Director of Admissions Washington University in St. Louis, Brown School, St. Louis, MO The George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis offers a top ranked Master of Social Work Program and a Master of Public Health program. The School’s strength lies at the intersection of social work, public health, and social and economic development. The Brown School is committed to positive social change through pathbreaking research and educational excellence. The Brown School’s M.S.W. program is characterized by flexibility in the choice of courses, including the practicum, individually planned curricula, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the integration of evidence-based practice into its teaching, research, and service. The M.S.W. curriculum prepares students for leadership positions in the fields of children, youth, and family; gerontology; health; mental health; and social and economic development. Specializations are available in management, research, and social entrepreneurship. The Master of Public Health at Washington University in St. Louis provides a solid foundation in the core competencies of Public Health with an innovative curriculum centered around trans-disciplinary problem solving courses. The MPH program is designed to provide opportunities for building analytical, leadership, and team building skills to address both national and international public health issues. The Brown School awards over $4 million in scholarships to students. http://brownschool.wustl.edu Representative: Richard Sigg, Director of Admissions and Recruitment LAW & GOVERNMENT American University Washington College of Law, Washington, DC Located in one of Washington, D.C.’s most beautiful neighborhoods, American University Washington College of Law is just minutes from downtown and at the center of policy, business, and all things international. Established in 1896, it was the first law school in the country founded by women, ensuring that both men and women had an equal opportunity to study law. The law school promotes an environment of opportunity with unparalleled access to all that Washington, D.C. has to offer and an emphasis on experiential learning through the renowned Clinical, Trial Advocacy, and Externship programs. In addition to its renowned international law program, the law school offers a rich curriculum in public interest, administrative, business, intellectual property, environmental, and human rights. Representative: Meghan Walter, Assistant Director of Admissions Boston College Law School, Newton, MA BC Law has earned a national reputation for the highest standards of excellence. As a Jesuit law school, we continue to set ourselves apart from other schools in three important ways: we foster a learning environment that is collaborative and supportive; we provide a well-rounded professional education that enables our graduates to excel in a variety of careers; we teach legal skills within a context of moral values, preparing students not only to be good lawyers, but also to lead good lives. DEGREE PROGRAMS: JD, LLM; JD/MBA, JD/M.Ed or MA in Education; JD/MSW; JD/MA or Ph.D in Philosophy; JD/MA in Urban and Environmental Policy & Planning; JD/MA in International Law & Diplomacy. http://www.bc.edu/schools/law/admission Representative: Jose Roman, Assistant Director for Admissions Boston University School of Law, Boston, MA Boston University School of Law offers one of the finest legal educations in the nation, attracting students from all over the country and abroad. A pioneer in American legal education, the school was founded in 1872 on the principles that legal education should be open to all men and women of ability without regard to background or beliefs, and that it should balance theory and analysis with practical training. Today, the school’s innovative curriculum combines theoretical courses, clinical training, and specialized offerings—including concentrations, dual degrees, and semesters abroad. The full-time faculty of distinguished scholars and teachers ranks among the most productive of the nation’s law schools. The students represent a range of educational backgrounds, ethnicities, races, age groups, and employment histories—evidence of the school’s “opendoor” admission policy, a firm part of its tradition for over 135 years. http://www.bu.edu/law Representative: Mark Pettit, Professor Brooklyn Law School, Brooklyn, NY Brooklyn Law School offers a J.D. program in the heart of New York City's cultural and civic centers. http://www.brooklaw.edu Representative: Alicia Brooks, Assistant Director of Admissions Cardozo School of Law, New York, NY Cardozo Law School, located in Greenwich Village in NYC, offers a J.D. program. The School of Law recently completed a $50 million renovation project. Its curriculum embraces recent developments in legal theory and doctrine as well as interdisciplinary approaches to the study of law. Cardozo is renowned for the caliber of its faculty and its extensive clinical and lawyering program; it has developed a national reputation in numerous practice areas, including Intellectual Property, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Business Law, International Law, Constitutional Law, Family Law, Trial Advocacy and others. Students can begin law school in January, May or September. http://www.cardoza.yu.edu Representative: Tamara Mero, Admissions Rep Catholic University of America, Columbus Law School, Washington, DC http://www.law.edu Representative: Shani Butts, Director of Admissions Chapman University School of Law, Orange, CA The School of Law is recognized for its high-caliber faculty, diverse academic programs and picture-perfect Southern California location. Located on the thriving campus of Chapman University, law students experience a dynamic and personalized legal education with options that include multiple LL.M. and certificate programs, low-income clinical work, enriching electives, or nationally recognized advocacy competitions. The law school is fully accredited by the ABA and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Law Schools. http://www.chapman.edu/law Representative: TBD Columbia Law School, New York, NY Columbia Law School is distinguished as a global and leading center of legal education that stimulates its students to consider the full dimensions of the possibility of the law-as an intellectual pursuit, as a career, and as an instrument of human progress. The Law School is especially committed to educating students of differing perspectives, from diverse backgrounds, and with varied life experiences. http://www.law.columbia.edu Representative: Danielle Flores, Assistant Director of Admissions Emory School of Law, Atlanta, GA Emory Law, we equip future lawyers with a practical and theoretical understanding of the law. We offer real-world experiences that give you a glimpse of what life as a lawyer will be like. And we expose you to diverse opportunities to help you determine where your passions lie—whether it’s fighting to protect a patent or a human life. http://www.law.emory.edu Representative: Ethan Rosenzweig, Dean of Admission Fordham University School of Law, New York, NY http://law.fordham.edu Representative: Kristina Haff, Assistant Dean of Admissions Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, CA Located in the heart of San Francisco's financial district and just blocks from both state and federal courthouses, Golden Gate Law offers an exceptional full-time faculty, innovative practice-based curriculum and nationally recognized clinical programs in Environmental, Employment and Tax Law. Golden Gate Law also offers 12 separate specialization certificates in such areas of law as Intellectual Property, Family Law, International Law and Public Interest Law, among others. http://www.ggu.edu/law Representative: TBD Hofstra University School of Law, Hempstead, NY http://law.hofstra.edu Representative: TBD Massachusetts School of Law, Andover, MA The law school's mission is to make practical, affordable, high quality legal education, and resulting social and economic mobility, available to persons who have been traditionally excluded from the legal profession. http://mslaw.edu Representative: Andy Starkis, Professor of Law Mercer University School of Law, Macon, GA The Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law, founded in 1873, offers an educational philosophy which focuses on ethics and practical skills amid small class sizes. It is also recognized for its legal writing, moot court, and public interest. http://www.law.mercer.edu Representative: Adrian Bershinsky, Recruiter New England School of Law | Boston, Boston MA New England Law | Boston provides an approach to legal education that focuses on exceptional academics, experiential learning, and an engaged community. The faculty has an elite academic background and impressive legal practice experience, allowing the school to offer cutting-edge courses and infusing the curriculum with practical perspectives. With sixteen individual clinics, New England Law has one of the most diverse clinical programs in the country, providing opportunities for a practical, hands-on education. Located in downtown Boston, New England Law boasts a strong community with a highly accessible faculty that is personally invested in students’ success. The law school is ABA accredited and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. http://www.nesl.edu Representative: TBD Northeastern University School of Law, Boston, MA Northeastern University School of Law is the perfect platform from which to launch your legal career. Our challenging curriculum — taught by a faculty of committed scholars and practitioners — will provide you with a solid foundation in legal skills and doctrine. Our focus on experiential learning — particularly our groundbreaking Cooperative Legal Education Program — ensures you’ll know how to apply what you learn in the classroom, while networking to obtain fulfilling postgraduate employment. Our commitment to public interest law — and especially our unique Legal Skills in Social Context course — means you’ll graduate with a clear sense of the power that law has to shape the lives of real people, regardless of the legal field you enter. http://www.northeastern.edu/law Representative: Carrie Taubman, Assistant Dean & Director of Admissions Ohio Northern University, Pettit College of Law, Ada, OH Founded in 1885, the Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law is the second oldest of the nine Ohio law schools and a founding member of the Ohio League of Law Schools. Annually the college enrolls more than 320 students from more than 40 states in its full-time juris doctor degree and LL.M. programs. ONU Law alumni have gone on to become judges in 15 states and serve in the United States Senate. The college's dedicated and esteemed faculty provides personalized instruction to students with passions for legal scholastic excellence. The College of Law is located in Ada, on the campus of Ohio Northern University with an off-campus legal clinic in Lima. http://www.law.onu.edu Representative: Linda English, Director of Law Admissions Roger Williams University School of Law, Bristol, RI http://law.rwu.edu Representative: Thomas Shaffer, Director of Admissions Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, NJ Located one block from Newark Penn Station we are only 20 minutes from New York City by light rail. Our graduates make their mark in public interest, government service, and private practice. Our strong placement record opens extraordinary opportunities to our graduates not only in top law firms in New York and across the Northeast but also in high technology, pharmaceutical, biomedical, government, and public interest organizations. http://law.shu.edu Representative: David Weinberg, Director of Admissions Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, FL Stetson University offers fall enrollment for full-time and part-time JD and LLM programs in Tampa Bay, Florida. Students may pursue JD/MBA, JD/Grado, JD/MPH or JD/MD dual-degrees, and JD certificates in advocacy, elder law and international law. Stetson has won national and world advocacy championships, and it shares space with Florida's Second District Court of Appeal. Stetson has international programs in eight countries, and the law school is home to three law journals and the National Clearinghouse for Science, Technology and the Law. http://www.law.stetson.edu Representative: Darren Kettles, Associate Director of Admissions St. John's University School of Law, Queens, NY Celebrating over 80 years of excellence in legal education, St. John’s University School of Law has produced lawyers who have distinguished themselves in practice, government, and the judiciary. Among its graduates are former New York governors Mario M. Cuomo and Hugh L. Carey, current Court of Appeals Judges Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick and Theodore T. Jones, and the School’s former Dean and former Court of Appeals Judge Joseph W. Bellacosa. The law school plays a prominent role in the New York City legal community, imbuing all that it does with the University’s Vincentian tradition. http://law.stjohns.edu Representative: Theresa McNerney, Director of Admissions Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA Suffolk University Law School is located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. We offer concentrations in the following areas: international law, health and biomedical law, civil litigation, intellectual property law, and financial services. We also offer clinical programs, internships, study abroad opportunities and have over 200 elective course offerings. http://www.law.suffolk.edu Representative: Gail Ellis, Dean of Admissions University of Connecticut School of Law, Hartford, CT Founded in 1921, the Law School is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. It offers a professional education of the highest quality that prepares its graduates for a lifetime of fulfilling service in any career they choose, including the bar, government, business, and education. The School's program emphasizes intellectual discipline and the development of the professional analytic skills required to respond effectively to the challenge of continuing change in the law and in the society it serves. Connecticut's legal education reflects our belief that the life of the mind is best stimulated by a high quality of civil discourse among students and faculty conducted on a small scale. The curriculum is rich in courses, but classes themselves are quite small. Each student has the opportunity to explore law and theory in an atmosphere that fosters a spirit of collaboration and cooperation. Intellectually ambitious, Connecticut's students enjoy the benefits of the personal give-and-take with classmates and faculty made possible by small classes http://www.law.uconn.edu Jacqlene Nance, Associate Director University of Maine School of Law, Portland, ME http://www.mainelaw.maine.edu Representative: David Pallozzi, Assistant Dean for Admissions University of Massachusetts School of Law, North Dartmouth, MA As the Commonwealth’s Public Law School, the University of Massachusetts School of Law-Dartmouth offers a rigorous and rewarding legal education, distinguished by dual commitments to both excellence and affordability. UMass Law offers full-time day, part-time day and part-time evening weekend programs for the Juris Doctor degree, as well as a JD/MBA program. Representative: Nancy Fitzsimmons Hebert, Assistant Director of Recruitment Vermont Law School, South Royalton, VT Vermont Law School offers JD, Master's, and LLM programs that specialize in a broad array of social justice issues with strong emphasis placed on core doctrinal knowledge coupled with hands-on clinical experience. In addition, Vermont Law features distinctive programs in international law and dual JD/Master's degree programs in business administration, environmental policy, and other fields. The experiential education VLS provides prepares its graduates to engage the critical issues of our time. http://www.vermontlaw.edu Representative: Kathy Hartman, Associate Dean for Enrollment Management Western New England University School of Law, Springfield, MA Western New England University School of Law is located in Springfield, Massachusetts, in the heart of the Pioneer Valley. With a population of 152,000, Springfield is the third largest city in the Commonwealth, and is only twenty minutes from Hartford, Connecticut. The School of Law is fully accredited by the ABA and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. http://law.wne.edu Representative: TBA