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  • Division of Student Success

    At the Division of Student Success, we are here to connect you, challenge you, and support you across all aspects of your life, on campus and beyond — your education, health and well-being, career preparation, and cocurricular activities.


    Academic Advising Center

    Shaich Family Alumni and Student Engagement Center, Room 214
    Telephone: 508-793-7468
    Email: advising@clarku.edu

    The Academic Advising Center provides professional academic advising to all Undergraduate Art and Sciences students to help them identify their interests, choose a major — or design their own — and fulfill graduation requirements. The AAC provides additional support to students regarding other matters related to their academics, including questions about academic policies and procedures, transferring credit from external institutions, fifth course approval, incompletes, and more. The AAC offers both in-person and virtual meetings, and is open weekdays (except holidays) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.


    Academic Support Center

    Academic Commons, Goddard Library, first floor

    The Office for Academic Support helps all students achieve their full academic potential through subject area-specific and success tutoring, Writing Center consulting, and academic coaching.

    Tutoring Offerings this Semester

    The Academic Support Center provides one-on-one peer tutoring in a variety of subjects. Frequently used tutoring services include support for biology, chemistry, computer science, math, game design, Spanish, and psychology.Additionally, we provide Peer Success Tutoring, which assists students with academic skills that apply to all academic disciplines. Peer Success Tutors help studentsimprove their time management, organization, and study skills. Tutoring services can be booked through . Appointments can be in person or online.


    The Writing Center

    Ƶ’s Writing Center offers all Ƶ students free one-to-one assistance with writing. Our writing consultants will work with you on any piece of writing, from short papers, research papers, and honors theses to graduate school applications and résumés. Conferences can focus on different aspects of writing: from grammar, word choice, and style to thesis development, coherence, and overall organization.

    Ƶ’s Writing Center consultants, who have expertise in multiple disciplines, can help you at any stage of the writing process, whether you are just beginning your research, in the early stages of drafting your ideas, or want advice about how to best document your sources.


    From the Graduate School of Management

    SOM Accelerated Degree Program

    SOM has made significant changes to our accelerated degree programs (ADP), which are all positive for our students! These include:

    • More options! All of our master’s degree programs are now part of the ADP; this adds the M.S. in Marketing Analytics and M.S. in Accounting Analytics degrees, along with our other options in accounting, business analytics, finance, management, marketing, and the MBA.
    • All programs, except the MBA, now have a GPA requirement of 3.4 instead of 3.6. The MBA will remain a 3.6.
    • All programs will now be eligible for the 100% remission option if students meet the requirements for it. Previously, our M.S. programs were just eligible for 50% tuition remission.

    The deadline for juniors to apply for an accelerated degree is April 15. Students interested in an accelerated degree program at the School of Management should contact Assistant Dean Laura Burgess to set up a meeting.


    Student Accessibility Services (SAS) & Testing Center

    We encourage all students registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to share their academic accommodations this semester. If you have not done so already, you must give our office permission to send your new faculty a copy of your accommodation letter by completing SAS’s, which you can find on the SAS website under theSAS Forms Tab.

    As we approach midterm exams, please remember to communicate your decisions around test-taking in a timely manner. SAS requires students to complete thea minimum of 5 business days before the scheduled exam date (two weeks in advance for midterms and finals) should they opt to access the SAS Testing Center. Alternatively, students have the right to coordinate their testing accommodations with their professors directly. If you do not wish to test with SAS, we encourage you to have conversations with your professors as soon as possible to begin coordinating how you may use your academic accommodations with their support.

    If you have any questions or concerns throughout the semester, please don’t hesitate to contact SAS ataccessibilityservices@clarku.edu.


    A Note about Plagiarism

    As we approach the end of the semester, you will likely be writing papers for your classes. Take a few minutes now to remind yourself of .

    Students who are found guilty of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will face serious penalties for such actions. While the most common sanction is failure in the course, students have also been suspended or expelled. Clearly, any short-term advantage has the potential for a very negative long-term consequence. Don’t put your academic career in jeopardy!


    Academic Internship Program

    Have you secured a fall internship and want to learn about getting academic credit for it? The Academic Internship Program application will open on Monday, March 18, for Summer 2024 internships. Learn more about the Academic Internship Program or email AIP@clarku.edu with questions.


    Opportunity Funding

    The Career Connections Center is excited to announce three summer funding opportunities for students participating in internships. The Center is offering three distinct internship-specific funds for undergraduate recipients: Atupem, Barth, and ƵCONNECT. Details and application deadlines for each award can be found on the Opportunity Funding page.


    Career Connections Center Events

    Just In Time, All Majors Career Fair

    • Wednesday, March 20, noon to 3 p.m.; Tilton Hall, Higgins University Center
    • Sensory-friendly space in the Lurie Conference Room, open 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    The Career Connections Center invites you to attend the in-person Spring 2024 Just In Time, All Majors Career Fair. Meet 40+ employers hiring for their job and internship opportunities! Participating organizations include Aflac, Beacon ABA Services, City of Worcester, City Year, Department of Environmental Protection, eClinicalWorks, Mass Life Sciences, Mass Trial Court, Norfolk & Dedham Group, Open Sky, Peace Corps, The Moody Street Group, and more! on Handshake by simply clicking the blue “Join Event” button on the top right of the event page.

    Career Exploration Weeks: Arts, Media, and Entertainment

    • Monday, March 25, through Friday, March 29 (in-person and virtual events)

    Open to all majors and class years, this week offers students the opportunity to explore career paths in arts, media, and entertainment. Meet employers and connect with alumni and industry professionals in these fields. Click the link above to register for as many events as you’d like, including:

    • Arts, Media, and Entertainment Employer Pop-Up (Meet employers hiring for internships & jobs!)
    • Career Conversation with Alumna Heather Birks, Executive Director at Broadcast Education Association
    • Massachusetts Broadcast Association presents: Careers in Radio and Television (Meet Executives at Cumulus Media and NBCUniversal!)
    • Arts, Media, and Entertainment: Student Internship Panel

    And more! Check the for updates.

    Arts, Media, and Entertainment Employer Pop-Up

    • Wednesday, March 27, noon to 2 p.m.; Grace and Lurie Conference Rooms, Higgins UC

    Drop by the Arts, Media, and Entertainment Employer Pop-Up to meet recruiters from Ivana D. George Studios, Spectrum Telecommunications, Worcester Red Sox (WooSox), Worcester Center for Crafts, ACCL Marketing, and more. Learn about organizations and their job & internship opportunities, discover potential career paths, and have fun building your professional network. All majors and class years are welcome!

    Hall Capital Partners – Virtual Summer Career Exploration Series

    Join Hall Capital Partners for a six-week introduction to the finance industry beginning in July 2024. Six weeks of curated video sessions will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. EDT (sessions will be recorded).

    During this program we will cover a wide range of topics intended to give you foundational knowledge and insight into the life of an investment professional in the wealth management space. Session topics include:

    • Asset Class Introduction
    • Allocation & Diversification
    • Evaluating Investment Opportunities
    • Market Commentary
    • Endowment Investing
    • Family Estate Planning
    • Day in the Life

    Receive résumé feedback, learn about the hiring process for entry-level roles at Hall Capital, and meet with recent graduates who are now financial analysts. Register on . For questions regarding this summer program, please contact Lisa Chase.


    The Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Advising

    Ƶ encourages students to apply for nationally competitive fellowships and awards to advance their research, teaching, and career trajectories, as well as internal research awards at Ƶ. TheOffice of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Advisingassists students in the various phases of the application process, from planning and writing personal statements to interviewing.

    Location: Shaich Center (ASEC), Room 206

    ContactSteven Moon, Director, at ext. 7392 or email SMoon@clarku.edu


    Community Engagement & Volunteering

    Are you looking to expand your learning outside of the classroom? Reach out to the Community Engagement & Volunteering office for more information on how to find opportunities to get involved with the local Worcester community. Contact us at community@clarku.edu or visit our community engagement platform, , to learn more about building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with non-profits and other community organizations.


    First-Year Success Advising (FYSA)

    Academic Commons, Suite 107D — across from the Help Desk

    Every incoming first-year student is paired with a First Year Success Advisor (FYSA), a professional staff person who will support them as they transition to the Ƶ community through their first year until they declare a major. Working in partnership with the FYI (first-year intensive) faculty advisor and the Peer Mentors, the FYSA is your go-to person for anything you need at Ƶ, including questions about getting involved on and off campus; getting connected to services and supports offered at Ƶ; course selection (along with your faculty advisor); and clarification on any and all institutional policies. You stay connected with your FYSA by meeting with them at least once per semester, and should feel free to contact them with any questions or concerns.

    The First Year Success Advising team is located on the first floor of theAcademic Commons, in Suite 107D, right across from the Help Desk. Stop by and say hello!


    Data Science Information Session

    Thursday, March 21, noon to 1 p.m.; CMACD 002 — pizza will be served!

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    New and Rare Courses

    The following courses are either new or being offered for the first time in over a year. Please visit the for course descriptions.* indicates a new course

    Department of Economics

    ECON 101: The Economics of Women at Home and at Work Instructor: Magda Tsaneva Schedule: TR 10:25-11:40 or TF 12:00-1:15 PM
    ECON 152: The Economics of Climate Change Instructor: Dana Bauer Schedule: TF 1:25-2:40 PM

     

    Department of Geography

    G106: Water and the City: A Socio-Hydrology of Worcester and its Environs Instructor: Rinku Roy Chowdhury Schedule: M 9 – 11:50 AM
    G241: Designing Just Cities Instructor: Asha Best Schedule: W 9 – 11:50 AM
    G257/357: Internet Geography: Socioeconomic Impacts of Information Technologies Instructor: Yuko Aoyama Schedule: TF 2:50 – 4:05 PM
    G314: Research Proposal Writing Instructor: Yuko Aoyama Schedule: F 9 – 11:50 AM
    G320: Capitalist Natures Instructor: James McCarthy Schedule: M 2:50 – 5:50 PM
    G353: Foundations and Horizons in Geographical Political Economy Instructor: Siobhan McGrath Schedule: T 2:50 – 5:50 PM

     

    Department of Political Science

    PSCI 210: Sexuality and Politics Instructor: Cyril Ghosh Schedule: TR 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
    PSCI 283: Humanitarian Action Instructor: Oheneba Boateng Schedule: T 2:50 PM – 5:50 AM

     

    Department of Sociology

    SOC 130: Genocide Instructor: Shelly Tenenbaum Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 PM

     

    Department of Visual and Performing Arts

    ARTH 110: Ancient Greek Art Instructor: Naomi Pitamber Schedule: M W 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    ARTH 140: Art from 1780–1880: Revolution, Critique, and Bourgeois Life Instructor: Kristina Wilson Schedule: T F 1:25 – 2:40 PM
    ARTH 223 Medieval Mediterranean Cities, Urban Environments, and Cultural Heritage Instructors: D & Naomi Pitamber Schedule: M 9:00-11:50 AM
    ARTS 280 The Spectrum of Abstraction Instructor: Toby Sisson Schedule: T R 1:25-4:05 PM
    TA 121 Sewing 1 Instructor: Jessie Darrell-Jarbadan Schedule: F 9:00-11:50 AM
    TA 132 Modern Repertory Instructor: Audra Carabetta Schedule: T F 2:50 -4:50 PM
    TA 135 Theory and Practice of Ballet AP Instructor: Audra Carabetta Schedule: T F 1:25-2:40 PM
    TA 223 Theatre Practicum AP Instructor: MaryBeth DeKara Schedule: T R 6:00-9:00 PM

     

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    Outstanding Faculty Advisor of the Year

    Every year the Academic Advising Center reaches out to undergraduate students to solicit feedback on their experience with their academic advisor. The information collected from this survey is used to determine the Outstanding Faculty Advisor of the Year. The advisor-advisee relationship is very important, and we appreciate students’ willingness to participate in this survey. On behalf of the Division of Student Success, it is with great pleasure to inform you that Professors Valerie Sperling and Amir Babak Aazami have received the important distinction of Outstanding Faculty Advisor for the 2022–23 academic year.

    A very special thank you to the students who took the time to complete the survey!

    Read about Professor Sperling

    Read about Professor Aazami

    Please join us in congratulating them on this outstanding achievement.


    Updates from the Division of Student Success

    At the Division of Student Success, we are here to connect you, challenge you, and support you across all aspects of your life, on campus and beyond — your education, health and well-being, career preparation, and cocurricular activities.

    Academic Advising Center

    Shaich Family Alumni and Student Engagement Center, Room 214
    Telephone: 508-793-7468
    Email: advising@clarku.edu

    The Academic Advising Center provides professional academic advising to all Undergraduate Art and Sciences students to help them identify their interests, choose a major — or design their own — and fulfill graduation requirements. The AAC provides additional support to students regarding other matters related to their academics, including questions about academic policies and procedures, transferring credit from external institutions, fifth course approval, incompletes, and more. The AAC offers both in-person and virtual meetings, and is open weekdays (except holidays) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.


    Academic Support Center

    Academic Commons, Goddard Library, first floor

    The Office for Academic Support helps all students achieve their full academic potential through subject area-specific and success tutoring, Writing Center consulting, and academic coaching.

    Tutoring Offerings this Semester

    The Academic Support Center provides one-on-one peer tutoring in a variety of subjects. Frequently used tutoring services include support for biology, chemistry, computer science, math, game design, Spanish, and psychology.Additionally, we provide Peer Success Tutoring, which assists students with academic skills that apply to all academic disciplines. Peer Success Tutors help studentsimprove their time management, organization, and study skills. Tutoring services can be booked through . Appointments can be in person or online.

    Career Connections Center

    Academic Internship Program (AIP)

    Apply to receive academic credit for your internship. We will begin accepting applications for spring semester internships on Nov. 8. Check out more info about the programhere.

    Community Engagement and Volunteering

    Are you looking to expand your learning outside of the classroom? Reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteering office to find out how to get involved with the Worcester community. Contact us at community@clarku.edu to learn more about building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with nonprofits and other community organizations.

    First-Year Success Advising (FYSA)

    Academic Commons, Suite 107D — across from the Help Desk

    Every incoming first-year student is paired with a First Year Success Advisor (FYSA), a professional staff person who will support them as they transition to the Ƶ community through their first year until they declare a major. Working in partnership with the FYI (first-year intensive) faculty advisor and the Peer Mentors, the FYSA is your go-to person for anything you need at Ƶ, including questions about getting involved on and off campus; getting connected to services and supports offered at Ƶ; course selection (along with your faculty advisor); and clarification on any and all institutional policies. You stay connected with your FYSA by meeting with them at least once per semester, and should feel free to contact them with any questions or concerns.

    The First Year Success Advising team is located on the first floor of theAcademic Commons, in Suite 107D, right across from the Help Desk. Stop by and say hello!

    Strategic Learning Services (SLS)

    ASEC, 2nd floor
    For more information or to sign up for SLS, contact Micky Roberts

    TheStrategic Learning Servicesprogram (SLS) supports any student on campus who may need assistance with executive functioning skills, time management, organization, or other areas of academic challenge. Data strongly suggests this type of structured and targeted support program enhances participating students’ ability to acclimate to the college community and has increased retention. Over a six-year period, students enrolled in a similar program retained at a 12–17% higher rate than other individuals within their same cohort who did not participate. We have found this to be true with the SLS program here at Ƶ. In addition, supported students earned a similar GPA to their peers in the overall population, and a majority graduated along with their respective cohorts.

    Students may enroll in the SLS program at various points in their time at the institution and commit to meeting with a Strategic Learning Services Coach twice per week during the fall and spring semesters. The SLS Coach helps students review coursework and assignments, determines the need for additional campus support services to facilitate overall success, and helps students increase their ability to self-advocate and build skills for independence, both in and out of the classroom setting. Coaches assess students’ progress throughout the semester to ensure they are meeting their identified goals, a critical process that helps students build on their successes and actively engage in the learning process. All sessions between the coach and the student are documented to concretely identify and actively work on areas of need and growth. Most students participate in the program for two or three semesters, though some students may require more time in the program to support their success.

    Please be aware there is a fee associated with this program.

    Student Accessibility Services (SAS) & Testing Center

    We encourage all students registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to share their academic accommodations this semester. If you have not done so already, you must give our office permission to send your new faculty a copy of your accommodation letter by completing SAS’s, which you can find on the SAS website under theSAS Forms Tab.

    As we approach midterm exams, please remember to communicate your decisions around test-taking in a timely manner. SAS requires students to complete thea minimum of 5 business days before the scheduled exam date (two weeks in advance for midterms and finals) should they opt to access the SAS Testing Center. Alternatively, students have the right to coordinate their testing accommodations with their professors directly. If you do not wish to test with SAS, we encourage you to have conversations with your professors as soon as possible to begin coordinating how you may use your academic accommodations with their support.

    If you have any questions or concerns throughout the semester, please don’t hesitate to contact SAS ataccessibilityservices@clarku.edu.


    Additional Student Resources

    Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Advising

    ASEC Room 206
    Email Steven Moon, director, or call 508-793-7392

    Ƶ encourages students to apply fornationally competitive fellowships and awards to advance their research, teaching, and career trajectories, as well as internal research awards at Ƶ. TheOffice of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Advisingassists students in the various phases of the application process, from planning and writing personal statements to interviewing.

    The Writing Center

    Ƶ’s Writing Center offers all Ƶ students free one-to-one assistance with writing. Our writing consultants will work with you on any piece of writing, from short papers, research papers, and honors theses to graduate school applications and résumés. Conferences can focus on different aspects of writing: from grammar, word choice, and style to thesis development, coherence, and overall organization.

    Ƶ’s Writing Center consultants, who have expertise in multiple disciplines, can help you at any stage of the writing process, whether you are just beginning your research, in the early stages of drafting your ideas, or want advice about how to best document your sources.


    A Note about Plagiarism

    As we approach the end of the semester, you will likely be writing papers for your classes. Take a few minutes now to remind yourself of .

    Students who are found guilty of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will face serious penalties for such actions. While the most common sanction is failure in the course, students have also been suspended or expelled. Clearly, any short-term advantage has the potential for a very negative long-term consequence. Don’t put your academic career in jeopardy!


    Course Withdrawal and Spring 2024 Registration Information

    Fall 2023 Course Withdrawal Policy and Deadline

    The last day for Arts and Science undergraduate students to withdraw from a course with a grade of “W” is Monday, Dec.11.

    • First-year students must meet with their First-Year Success Advisor to discuss the impact a withdrawal may have on their degree completion and to get their withdrawal form signed. The First-Year Success Advisors are in suite 107D in the Academic Commons. Please contact your FYSA or faculty advisor to schedule an appointment.
    • Upperclass students are encouraged to meet with either their faculty advisor or a staff member from the Academic Advising Center to discuss the course withdrawal and receive a signature on their course withdrawal form.

    Withdrawal forms must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office, ASEC 305.

    Spring 2024 Web Registration Schedule and Course Grids

    Faculty Advisor PIN Release Information

    As part of the advising process, each student must meet with their primary faculty advisor for course selection guidance and approval. Students have been reminded to come well-prepared to their advising meetings, with a schedule that establishes a balanced academic load that will let the student succeed. Students have also been encouraged to engage in active conversation during their advising meetings and to ensure that they are fulfilling their graduation requirements appropriately. Faculty advisors should not have released PINs before the advising period began on Oct. 25.

    Advising is underway, and course grids are available online. Students should schedule an appointment with their primary academic advisor to get their PIN.

    Current ARTS/SCI Undergraduate Students

    Web registration begins at 8 a.m. on the days below (all times Eastern).

    • Senior class for registration purposes (must have a minimum of 24 units earned plus registered in): Thursday, Nov. 9
    • Junior class for registration purposes (must have 16-23.99 units earned plus registered in): Monday, Nov. 13
    • Sophomore class for registration purposes (must have 8-15.99 units earned plus registered in): Wednesday, Nov. 15
    • First-year class for registration purposes (has less than 8 units earned plus registered in): Friday, Nov. 17

    To view your registration status:

    • Sign in to
    • Click on Registration
    • Click on Check Your Registration Status
    • Submit

    You should see a message that notes that you have no holds that prevent registration; your academic standing permits registration; and your student status permits registration. It will also indicate your class for registration purposes.


    Major Declaration

    Students are required to declare a major by the end of their sophomore year. Students who transferred to Ƶ with junior standing must declare a major after one semester. For any clarification regarding major declaration, please email advising@clarku.edu.

    Major Declaration Form

    Minor/Concentration Declaration Form

    These forms require a signature from the academic department of choice. Each form also includes a line where you will be assigned a faculty advisor. When completed, this form should be returned to the Registrar’s office.


    Transfer of External Courses

    To receive credit for courses taken outside of Ƶ, you must fill out a Transfer Credit Approval Form.

    You must attach a catalog course description or syllabus for each course you list on your completed form.Courses cannot be evaluated without the description or syllabus. You should also fill out the form and begin the process for approval well in advance of the registration deadline of the host institution to avoid process delays and other potential problems.

    If you are requesting major, minor, or concentration credit, you must obtain the signature of the appropriate department chair on the form before submitting it to the Academic Advising Center.

    If you are requesting that a course be evaluated to fill a Program of Liberal Studies (PLS) requirement, you must identify which course and which PLS you are looking to fill.

    A maximum of two courses may be taken over the summer. Students must receive a grade of C or higher to earn Ƶ credit.Remember, the grade itself doesn’t transfer to Ƶ, just the credit — taking an off-campus course doesn’t affect your Ƶ GPA.

    Transfer Credit Conversion:

    • A 4-credit-hour course is equivalent to 1 unit at Ƶ.
    • A 3-credit-hour course would convert to .75 units at Ƶ.

    If you need further guidance on transfer credits, please reach out to the Academic Advising Center.


    Study Abroad and Study Away Program

    Fall 2024 and Full-Year 2024–25 Applications

    Applications for fall 2024 and full-year (2024-25) study abroad are now open. Students wishing to study abroad in fall 2024 or for the full year should plan to submit their applications by March 1, 2024. Before doing so, students should .

    Prior to applying to a program, you must:

    • Attend a Study Abroad & Away 101 session
    • Be a full-time student at Ƶ for at least one year
    • Declare a major and have an advisor in that major
    • Meet the requirements of your major and your study abroad program
    • Be in good academic, financial, and social standing

    A Study Abroad & Away 101 session is required — we recommend it as the first step — for any student interested in going abroad or away at Ƶ. This session is meant to teach students about the basics of choosing and applying to a program, the requirements and academics of Ƶ’s approved programs, costs, scholarships, and more. We encourage students to join us to learn about opportunities abroad and to ask any questions they may have about the process.

    *If you are unable to attend any of these sessions, please email us atstudyabroad@clarku.eduto schedule an appointment to go over the content with an advisor.

    New in 2024: May Term in Perugia, Italy

    The Study Abroad office is excited to announce Ƶ’s new Leir May Term in Perugia, Italy — May 17–June 22, 2024. As part of the May Term experience, students broaden their classroom learning by participating in excursions related to their course material. This intensive and valuable experience will bring together Ƶ students with guests from the European community. The Leir Program will offer two courses, each of which carries one full unit of Ƶ credit, has no prerequisites, and is taught in English by a Ƶ faculty member. Students may enroll in ONE of the two courses. Applications will open in November. For more information, contact Alissa Briggs at abriggs@clarku.edu.

    • CHEM 030: Italian Kitchen Chemistry (SP) | Professor Don Spratt
    • IDND: From Farm to Table: Entrepreneurship and Local Development (GP; approval pending) | Professors Mary-Ellen Boyle and Jackie Geoghegan

    From the Department of English

    New Creative Writing Major

    Breaking news! The Ƶ English department now has an official major in creative writing, as well as a minor. We are all thrilled finally to be able to offer both courses of study, as we know many of you will be. Please reach out to Professor Phil Lemos if you have any questions about declaring the major.

    Learn more about the Creative Writing Program


    Interdisciplinary Major in Data Science

    Ƶ has recently approved and started six new tracks for the data science major, a new concentration in geospatial data analytics, and a couple of exciting data science electives.

    Academic Programs and Courses in Data Science

    • Interdisciplinary Major in Data Science
      • 8 core courses
      • 6 electives, including at least four from one of these 11 tracks (more are under development):
        • Biology
        • Computer Science
        • Economics
        • Chemistry/Biochemistry (new)
        • Geography/GIS
        • Environmental Science (new)
        • Management
        • Game Design/Production (new)
        • Mathematics
        • Psychology (new)
        • Physics (new)
    • Minor in Data Science
    • Management Major — Data Analytics Track
    • Concentration in Business Data Analytics
    • Concentration in Geospatial Data Analytics (new)
    • Data Science electives open to all students
      • DSCI 103 Data, Computing, and Society (FA, DI, new)
      • MATH 113 Sports Analytics (FA)

    UMass Chan Open House

    Are you a student interested in continuing your education in STEM or medical fields?

    UMass Chan Medical School Open House
    Friday, Jan. 19, 2024 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    Albert Sherman Center — 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester

    UMass Chan Medical School welcomes all prospective students and their advisors to learn about the T.H. Chan School of Medicine, Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing, and the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. This event will include presentations from each school and tour of the campus and labs.

    We recommend that students in attending this open house register before they leave at the end of the fall semester. Although students of all academic years are welcome, juniors and seniors may find it most beneficial.


    New and Rare Spring 2024 Courses

    The following courses are either new or being offered for the first time in over a year. Please visit the for course descriptions.* indicates a new course

    Interdepartmental/Nondepartmental/Interdisciplinary

    INDN 015: CU Commons – Implementing an Honors Experience at Ƶ (first-years and sophomores only) Instructor: Juan Pablo Rivera Schedule: TF TF 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

     

    Department of Biology

    *BIOL 269 Race and the Life Sciences Instructor: Elizabeth Bone Schedule: MW 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    BIOL 274: Biological Dynamics Instructor: Jacqueline Dresch Schedule: TF 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

     

    Department of Computer Science

    *CSCI 127: Basics of Software Design and Emerging Technology Instructor: Pawan Gupta Schedule: R 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM
    DSCI 103: Data, Computing, and Society Instructor: Gary Holness Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    DSCI 125: Introduction to Data Science Instructor: Shuo Niu Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    DSCI 215: Applying Deep Learning to Earth Observation Instructor: Lyndon Estes Schedule: MW 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    DSCI 225: Applied Machine Learning Instructor: Catalin Veghes Schedule: MW 12:00 PM– 1:15 PM
    F 12:00 – 1:15 PM

     

    Department of Economics

    ECON 213: Money and Banking Instructor: David Cuberes Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM
    ECON 224: Applied Game Theory Instructor: Junfu Zhang Schedule: MR 1:25 PM – 2:40 PM

     

    Department of English

    Creative Writing Courses

    CRW 170 – Special Topics in Creative Writing –Latine Mythology: Speaking to Ancestors Instructor: Mandy Gutmann-Gonzalez Schedule: M 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    CRW 270.01: Advanced Special Topics in Creative Writing – New Narrative: Techniques in Experimental Autobiography Instructor: Jeff Noh Schedule: T 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    CRW 270.02 – Advanced Special Topics in Creative Writing: Transforming the Text Instructor: Reginald Gibson Schedule: R 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM

    English Courses

    *ENG 117: Reads and Eats: Introduction to Food and Literature Instructor: Elizabeth Blake Schedule: TF 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    ENG 150: Intro to Medieval Lit Instructor: Dianne Berg Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM
    ENG 164: The Gothic Instructor: Lisa Kasmer Schedule: MR 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM
    ENG 170.01: Special Topics in Literature – Intro to Asian American Literature and Culture Instructor: Jeff Noh Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    ENG 170.02: Special Topics Literature – Writing in the Early Atlantic Instructor: Meredith Neuman Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM
    ENG 170.04: Special Topics in LiteratureEarly Women’s Voices Instructor: Dianne Berg Schedule: TR 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    ENG 250.01: Special Topics in Medieval Literature Instructor: Dianne Berg Schedule: M 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    ENG 253: Advanced Shakespeare –Black Matters in Shakespeare, Then and Now Instructor: Justin Shaw Schedule: 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    ENG 270.02: Special Topics in Literature – Emily Dickinson Instructor: Lou Bastien Schedule: T 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    ENG 270.03: Special Topics in Literature – Queer and Ethnic Counterpublics: Print Communities from C19 to the Present Instructor: Jeff Noh Schedule: F 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM
    ENG 270.04: Special Topics in Literature – The Plantation, the Railroad, the Boarding School: Confronting Spaces of Racial Capitalism and Settler Colonialism Instructor: Spencer Tricker Schedule: F 9:00 AM – 11:50 PM
    ENG 293: Special Topics in African American Literature – The African American Gothic Instructor: Kourtney Senquiz M 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

     

    Department of Education

    *EDUC 276: Powerful Learning Through Teacher Research Instructor: Sarah Michaels Schedule: W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    W: 4:00 PM – 5:50 PM
    EDUC 295: Students As Partners in the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Process: The Learning Fellows of Ƶ

     

    Department of Geography

    *EN 105: Understanding the Water-Energy-Food Nexus Instructor: Eman Lasheen Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM

     

    Department of Language, Literature, and Culture

    *CLAS 127: From Herodotus to Eusebius: A History Survey of Greco-Roman Antiquity Instructor: Chris Synodinos Schedule: TR 7:20 PM – 8:35 PM
    CMLT 210: The History and Politics of Modern Museums Instructor: Chris Burwick Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    New – JAPN 195: Movements and Margins in Japanese Literature and Film Instructor: Alexander Murphy Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM
    GERM 131: German Culture and Conversation Instructor: Chris Burwick Schedule: TR 10:25 AM – 11:40 AM
    GERM 230: The German Discovery of Sex Instructor TBD Schedule: TR 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    SPAN 141: Spanish Translation Workshop Instructor: María Acosta Cruz Schedule: MR 1:25 PM – 2:40 PM
    *SPAN 200: Afro-Latinx Cultures in the Americas: Movement, Migration and Complex Identities IInstructor: Eduard Arriaga-Arango Schedule: MW 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

     

    Department of Mathematics

    Math 113:Sports Analytics Instructor: Michael Satz Schedule: TF 1:25 PM – 2:40 PM
    Math 245: Introduction to Partial Differential Equations Instructor: Aghil Alaee Khangha Schedule: MR 1:25 PM – 2:40 PM

     

    Department of Philosophy

    *PHIL 212 – Philosophy of the City Instructor: Jennifer Greene Schedule: MW 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    *PHIL 236 – Metaphysics of Social Kinds Instructor: Arden Ali Schedule: MWF 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

     

    Department of Physics

    PHYS 20 – Discovering Physics –Topic: Seeing the Light Instructor: Ranjan Mukhopadhyay Schedule: TF 12:00 PM – 1:15
    PMTF 1:16 PM – 2:00 PM

     

    Department of Psychology

    PSYC 250: Psychology of Power and Privilege Instructor: Andrew Stewart Schedule: R 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    PSYC 251 – Special Topics in Psychology: Affect, Reason, and Persuasion Instructor: Mike Miller Schedule: MW12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

     

    Department of Sociology

    SOC 125: Cities and Suburbs Instructor: Jack Delehanty Schedule: MR 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM
    SOC 220.02: Special Topics– Sociology of Sexual and Gender-based Violence Instructor: Nona Gronert Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
    *SOC 283: Black Organizational Life in the United States – capstone Instructor: Joseph Guzman Schedule: M 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM
    SOC 284: Community and Health: Non-Profit Grant Writing (formerly SOC 250) Instructor: Rosalie Torres Stone Schedule: F 9:00 am – 11:50 am

     

    Department of Visual and Performing Arts

    ARTH 161: The Arts of Islam Instructor: Naomi Pitamber Schedule: MW 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    ARTH 225: Pilgrimage and the Crusades Instructor: Naomi Pitamber Schedule: M 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    ARTS 150.1: Special Topic – Illustrating the Fantasy Narrative Instructor: Melizza Santram-Chernov Schedule: MR 1:25 PM – 4:05 PM
    ARTS 150.2: Special Topic: Documentary Photo Instructor: Suzanne Revy Schedule: TF 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM
    ARTS 266.01: Sculpture Studio: Materiality in Thought Instructor: James Howzell Schedule: TR 1:25 PM – 4:05 PM
    ARTS 274: Contemporary Directions Instructor: Toby Sisson Schedule: TR 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM
    ARTS 280: Observational Abstraction Instructor: Joseph Ray Schedule: T R 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM
    MUSC 128: Music & Words Instructor: Nicholas Tocci Schedule: MW 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    *TA 210: Acting for TV & Film Instructor: Gino DiIorio Schedule: W 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM
    *TA 218: Musical Theatre Practicum Instructor: Nicholas Tocci R 2:50 PM – 5:50 PM
    *SCRN 222: Special Topics in Screen Studies – Synth Cinema Instructor: Hugh Manon Schedule: T R 10:25 AM – 11:40
    Screening: R 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

     

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    New History Courses for Fall 2019 Semester /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/04/17/new-history-courses-for-fall-2019-semester/ Wed, 17 Apr 2019 16:36:02 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=561 The History Department is happy to share three new and exciting courses for the fall 2019 semester with the campus community. HIST 109 U.S. History Since 1970 taught by Aimee […]

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    The History Department is happy to share three new and exciting courses for the fall 2019 semester with the campus community.

    HIST 109 U.S. History Since 1970
    taught by Aimee Loiselle Mon-Fri 10:25-11:40

    HIST 204 Seminar: Gender and Women Workers Since 1945
    taught by Aimee Loiselle Friday 1:25-4:25

    HIST 216 Puerto Rico and the U.S.
    taught by Aimee Loiselle Mon-Fri 9:00-10:15

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    Destination Ƶ Presentation: Starting Your Academic Journey: First Year Advising and the Ƶ Curriculum /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/04/14/destination-clark-presentation-starting-your-academic-journey-first-year-advising-and-the-clark-curriculum/ Sun, 14 Apr 2019 15:10:29 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=538 If you missed out on our presentation on Starting Your Academic Journey at Ƶ, no worries, here it is. Feel free to follow up with anyone in the Academic […]

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    If you missed out on our presentation on Starting Your Academic Journey at Ƶ, no worries, here it is. Feel free to follow up with anyone in the Academic Advising Center with any questions.

    Topics:

    • Overview of Academics at Ƶ
    • Ƶ’s Curriculum:
    • Academic Advising at Ƶ
    • Advanced Standing Credit
    • Undecided Students
    • Accelerated Degree Program

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    Academic Advising News Letter (Spring 2019) /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/03/20/academic-advising-news-letter-spring-2019/ Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:38:54 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=404 In This Issue: Outstanding Adviser of the Year Major Declaration Spring 2019 Withdrawal Deadline Summer and Evening Division Summer Courses Transfer Courses Fall 2019 Pre-Registration Fall 2019 New/Rare Courses   […]

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    In This Issue:

    • Outstanding Adviser of the Year
    • Major Declaration
    • Spring 2019 Withdrawal Deadline
    • Summer and Evening Division Summer Courses
    • Transfer Courses
    • Fall 2019 Pre-Registration
    • Fall 2019 New/Rare Courses

     

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    Fall 2019 Courses Now Available On-Line /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/03/19/fall-2019-courses-now-available-on-line/ Tue, 19 Mar 2019 14:41:16 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=387 The Fall 2019 schedule and information regarding online registration is now available. To access this information: Go to /offices/registrar/courses-and-schedules/ See links under Fall 2019 Your Guide to Successful Registration: Log […]

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    The Fall 2019 schedule and information regarding online registration is now available. To access this information:

    Go to /offices/registrar/courses-and-schedules/

    See links under Fall 2019

    Your Guide to Successful Registration:

    • Log in to your Ƶ Account and go to the Check Your Registration Status screen to check for holds on your account. If you have a hold, you may not be able to register at your appointed time. Continue to check this information throughout the advising and online registration periods.
    • If you have not already done so, make an appointment to meet with your faculty advisor. At the time of your meeting, your advisor will provide you with your registration PIN number. You will need to use this number EACH TIME to register online.
    • Review the Fall 2019 Course Offerings on the web for Arts & Sciences and make your course selections. Please check these listings frequently, as this information is updated on a continual basis. Be sure to check the Comments column on the grid for information on required labs or discussions, prerequisites, and so on.
    • In each academic area of the schedule grid, courses appear in course NUMBER order. Click on the course subject or title to view the most up-to-date course description for Fall 2019.
    • Undergraduate students: The Check Your Registration Status screen of your web account will indicate your class for registration purposes. The schedule of registration priority dates based on your class for registration purposes appears on the Courses and Schedules screen of the Registrar’s Office webpage (/offices/registrar/courses-and-schedules/) and on the Interactive Calendar (/offices/registrar/courses-and-schedules/). NOTE: Withdrawing from a course could impact your class for registration purposes.
    • Undergraduate students: To obtain fifth course approval, submit the appropriate form to the Academic Advising Center (ASEC, 939 Main Street, 1st floor). Go to /offices/academic-advising-center/resources/ and click on Petitions, then on Fifth Course Request Form.
    • Undergraduate students: The SED Fall 2019 schedule grid will be posted by May 1. Registration for Fall 2019 SED courses will open at 9:00am on that day. The Summer I and Summer II 2019 SED schedule grids will be posted on April 8. You will be able to register for a Summer I and/or II SED course as of April 22 at 9:00am. An email will be sent at that time.

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    Spring 2019 Tutoring Schedule /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/02/20/spring-2019-tutoring-schedule/ Wed, 20 Feb 2019 22:22:09 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=192 Ƶ’s peer tutoring program adds new Computer Science tutor to the list of STEM supports! Check out the Dean of the College Office’s peer success advising and quantitative tutoring program. […]

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    Ƶ’s peer tutoring program adds new Computer Science tutor to the list of STEM supports!

    Check out the Dean of the College Office’s peer success advising and quantitative tutoring program. Tutors are able to offer content support for topics such as Statistics, Chemistry, Physics and Economics. Peer Success Advisers are also available to help with time management, study strategies, note taking, goal setting, and more. They are also happy to serve as a study partner for students as they prepare for exams.

    These services are drop-in, so just stop by during the hours of operation, and they will be happy to help
    you!

    If you should have any questions about hours or subjects not listed, feel free to connect with Ƶ’s Student Success Specialist Cherilyn Bonin, cbonin@clarku.edu.


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    New Deadline for Course Withdrawal /offices/academic-advising-center/2019/02/20/new-deadline-for-course-withdrawal/ Wed, 20 Feb 2019 22:18:47 +0000 http://www.clarku.edu/offices/academic-advising-center/?p=184 Ƶ has changed its deadline to withdraw from a course to the last day of classes (Spring 2019 Semester-April 29). Now, instead of weeks before the end of the […]

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    Ƶ has changed its deadline to withdraw from a course to the last day of classes (Spring 2019 Semester-April 29). Now, instead of weeks before the end of the semester, students can withdraw from a course and receive a grade of “W” on their academic record up until the last day of classes. This gives Ƶ students the unique opportunity to speak with their professor or Faculty Adviser and discuss the ramifications of withdrawing; possibly developing a strategy to turn things around. This semester, before withdrawing, take some time to consider your options.

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