The Year of the Liberal Arts

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May
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May 2-6: Harvey Hood, visiting artist details »
May 3: Science Day details »
May 3: Music of Jocelyn Hagen details »
May 5: SheWalking: Presentation details »
May 4-7: 1,2 Buckle My Shoe details »
May 8: Choral Society concert details »
May 8: Mother's Day Iron Pour details »
May 12: Women's Choir concert details »
May 12: Alumnae learning series details »

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St. Catherine University has declared 2010–2011 the Year of the Liberal Arts to celebrate the significance of a liberal arts education in today's global community.

A note from Alan Silva, dean of the School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences

"Come celebrate the liberal arts at St. Catherine University with the launch of our new School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (SHAS).

We are excited to have acclaimed author Azar Nafisi as the keynote speaker and the Bonnie Jean and Joan Kelly Distinguished Scholar-in-Residence April 18-20.

Consider attending one of our many events, such as in the Catherine G. Murphy Art Gallery to see Art Professor Pat Olson's powerful exhibition 'The Catherine Portrait,' or in The O'Shaughnessy Auditorium for the musical production of Hello Dolly!.

The liberal arts are alive and well throughout the University. Excitement is building at St. Kate's. Surprises are in store. Come be part of the School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences launch. I look forward to seeing you."

-Alan J. Silva, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President and Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences and College for Women

What's New in SHAS?

Interpreting Program
The Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education (CCIE) granted the interpreting program full accreditation as of March 1, 2010. St. Kate’s Interpreting major became one of seven programs in the country with this designation, and only one of five bachelor degree programs (out of more than 130 programs nationwide).

CATIE Center (CATIE: Collaborative for the Advancement of Teaching Interpreting Excellence)
St. Kate's hosts one of only six centers in the country that facilitates national initiatives for the National Consortium of Interpreter Education Centers (NCIEC). The center's federal grant was renewed last year, and it drew national attention when it hosted the country's first National Symposium on Healthcare Interpreting.

Student-Faculty Collaborative Undergraduate Research Program
This new program will include funding for both faculty and students to conduct collaborative research during the academic year and in the summer at a newly created Summer Scholars’ Institute. Students receive funding to present their work at regional and national conferences and have opportunities to publish their research with faculty co-authors.

National Center for STEM Elementary Education
The School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences partnered with the School for Professional Studies to create a new national center that houses a STEM minor, a STEM certificate and numerous outreach programs and services. It also has a nationally-recognized model of collaboration between science and education faculty for teaching and conducting research in the sciences. SHAS has created more course offerings in engineering and is developing an Environmental Studies major. Learn more about STEM »

Model UN
SHAS began offering a new Model United Nations course in winter 2010. Students study the UN system then travel to New York City to participate in a Model UN simulation with more than 2,500 students from across the globe. In the works is a Model UN club and new course offerings in international relations, political science and history.

Musical Theater Major
The music and theater programs merged into one department and created the musical theater major. This major is for students who want to study the relationship between music and theater and are interested in learning about on-stage performance, orchestra pit or backstage work.

Music in the Church Major
The newly formed music and theater department Music in the Church major to prepare students to work in the fields of music, liturgy and music ministry in a variety of religious settings. Students take interdisciplinary courses in music, theater and theology. They also participate in choirs both in the music and theater department and in the Campus Ministry program.

Mock Trial
Students from many disciplines have the opportunity to participate in a new Mock Trial program. It begins with formal training in a mock trial course and continues with regional and national competitions. This is excellent preparation for students who want to build skills in debate, oral communication, investigative research and reporting. Students who plan to attend law school can benefit greatly from this program.

Internationalization Initiative
Students have even more opportunities to study abroad with a dramatic increase in short-term study-abroad programs and new scholarships. Currently in the planning stages are new partnerships with foreign institutions to create opportunities for faculty and student exchanges.

Antonian Scholars Honors Program
New study abroad and academic opportunities abound for students who apply to our enhanced Honors program.

National Fellowship and Scholarship Program
Students seeking post-graduate fellowships and scholarships, including Fulbright, Rhodes, Truman, Marshall, Rotary and Goldwater can receive expert advice through a mentoring program. They can also receive funding to prepare materials for submission and interviews.

Pre-Professional Advising Program
A new program has been established for students planning to attend law school, medical school or other professional programs. Students are mentored by individual faculty and faculty committees in all areas including how to prepare application materials.