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Outcomes of a Liberal Arts Education: Transferable Skills

Critical Thinking Skills Leadership and Administration Skills

Communication Skills

Identify the primary issues for making a decision or solving a problem quickly and accurately Define the parameters of a problem Find and identify a principle that explains experiences or factual data Take premises and reasoning to a logical conclusion Adapt concepts and behaviors to changing conventions and norms Create innovative solutions to complex problems Analyze interrelationships of events and ideas from several perspectives

Analyze tasks and set priorities Include others who will contribute to the solution of a problem or task Identify resources and materials useful in the solution of a problem Delegate responsibility for the completion of a task Motivate and lead others Organize people and tasks to achieve specific goals Lead groups of diverse people Create environments for fostering growth

Listen with objectivity Paraphrase content Use various forms and styles of written communication Speak effectively to individuals and groups Use a variety of media formats to present information Express needs, wants, opinions and preferences without violating the rights of others Identify and communicate value judgments effectively Describe objects or events neutrally and factually Convey a positive outlook to others Communicate a multicultural understanding

Research and Investigation Skills

Design and Planning Skills Information Management Skills

Identify problems and needs Use a variety of sources for information and evaluate validity of sources Design an experiment, plan or model to define a problem Apply a variety of methods to test validity of data Formulate questions relevant for clarification

Assess needs Identify alternatives Set goals and prioritize Follow through Predict future patterns Accommodate multiple demands for time, energy and resources

Sort data and objects Compile and rank information Apply information creatively Synthesize facts, concepts and principles Understand and use organizing principles Evaluate information against appropriate standards

Interpersonal Skills Skills and Assessing Values Personal Skills

Keep group on track toward a common goal Maintain group cooperation and support Interact effectively with peers, supervisors and supervisees Express feelings appropriately Respect the feelings of others Make a commitment to others and follow through Take appropriate risks Teach a skill, concept or principle to others Analyze behavior of self and others in group situations Demonstrate effective behavior in multiple situations Display appreciation for diversity

Make decisions that will maximize both individual and collective good Assess a course of action in terms of long range effects Appreciate the contributions of art, music, literature and science to contemporary society Identify one’s own values Assess one’s values in relation to important life decisions Recognize when to stop a project due to diminishing returns

Identify strengths and weaknesses Analyze and learn from experience Transfer skills developed in one environment to others Match personal characteristics and skills to information about jobs and careers Develop personal growth goals that motivate action Accept and learn from criticism Generate trust and confidence in others Take risks Accept the consequences of actions Identify own cultures, beliefs and values

ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies

The Major: The ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies major develops students’ appreciation of the histories and cultures of African American, Latino/a, Asian American, and Native American peoples. Students will explore how concepts of race and ethnicity contribute to understandings of U.S. history, society, and culture in a broader sense. The UVM curriculum includes instruction by faculty from nearly a dozen academic disciplines, providing majors with the ability to understand race and ethnicity in relation to economics, religion, geography, literature, music, and other integral aspects of American life. An ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies major gives students a more representative picture of the society in which they will live and work.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in how different Americans think, act, believe, work and play. … you would like to investigate, from a multidisciplinary perspective, the influences of race and ethnicity through all facets of American life. … you are committed to broadening your appreciation of the history and culture of African Americans, Latino/as, Asian Americans, and Native Americans, and Bi/Multi Racial communities.

Transferable Skills Fostered:



Understanding race and ethnicity relative to economics, religion, geography, literature, music, and other aspects of American life

Close interaction with visiting speakers and program directors Developing new agendas for old problems Reviewing/evaluating projects or ideas

Involvement in projects and presentations which focus on writing Discussing art and literature within historical and cultural contexts Composing and expressing thoughts Rewriting/editing



Gathering information Summarizing Evaluating Synthesizing

Observing people Planning and administering programs

Mapping the histories, experiences, artistic traditions, and cultures of African Americans, Latino/as, Asian Americans, and Native Americans

Interpersonal Skills Skills and Assessing Values Specialized Skills

Awareness of how interracial and interethnic exchange has shaped the experiences of all Americans

Exploration of how concepts of race and ethnicity contribute to a better understanding of US history, society, and culture

Entertaining controversial questions embedded in discourse on race and ethnicity in America

ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies Career Brainstorm: Domestic Social Service Public Service Primary Education Secondary Education Theology Law Journalism Publishing Community Service Social Work Specialist Case Worker Volunteer Services Coordinator Community Planning Specialist Community Organization Worker Employment Counselor Probation/Parole Officer Arts Council Director Fund Raising Director Consultant/Cultural Resource Management

Public Opinion Pollster Public Information Coordinator Departmental Historian Researcher Exhibit Preparation Coordinator Historical Background Analyst Librarian Biography Creationist Museum Specialist Public Relations Representative Columnist/Journalist Editor (textbook, newspaper) Campaign Planner Corporation Historian/Archivist Research Consultant Grants Specialist Tour Guide Foundation Administrator

Experiences at UVM: The Living Learning Center has Residential Programs suited for ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies majors. http://www.uvm.edu/llcenter/programs/

The Student Conference on Race and Gender is an annual conference coordinated by the ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies Program and the Women’s and Gender Studies Program. Student papers focusing on the intersection of race and gender are encouraged and a prize is awarded to the best presentation.

For more information about ALANA and U.S. Ethnic Studies at UVM:

ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies Program A502 Old Mill Annex

94 University Place Burlington, VT 05405-0114

Tel: (802) 656-2263 Fax: (802) 656-8653

http://www.uvm.edu/~alana/

Career Services Living/Learning E140

633 Main Street Burlington, VT 05405-0390

Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126

http://www.uvm.edu/career/

Anthropology The major: The Anthropology major gives students an appreciation for cultural diversity as well as grounding in the four fields of anthropology: archaeology, biological anthropology, socio-cultural anthropology and linguistic anthropology. The UVM curriculum encourages reflection upon the cultures of various peoples around the world and issues of theoretical and practical importance. There are opportunities within this major for students to use their background in theory and methodology to do independent research and internships.

You might like this major if… … you have an interest in studying the biological and cultural aspects of human development and behavior. … you are dedicated to becoming aware of our place in nature--who we are, where we come from, and how we understand the diversities as well as the similarities in being humans. … you appreciate cultural difference and diversity.




Understanding of how and why people act as like they do

Organizing ideas, materials, objects, or people Leading/participating with groups

Sensitivity to cultural differences Writing and speaking experience through seminars



Background in theory and methodology Surveying and sampling Dating artifacts and fossils Investigating and revealing the nature of the past

Planning and designing projects Summarizing and presenting results through written and spoken media

Interviewing and uncovering important data Examining development over time Maintaining records and tabulating data


Assessing people's needs Understanding how culture influences group needs

Appreciation for cultural diversity Understanding of the range and variability of human populations and cultures

Grounding in archaeology, physical anthropology, ethnology, and linguistic anthropology Develop familiarity with specific geographical regions and representative human groups

Anthropology Career Brainstorm: Archaeological Technician Urban Planner Archivist Resource Specialist Classical Anthropologist Historical Archeologist Artifact Conservator Business Consultant Camp Director Ethnologist Geneticist Immigration Officer/Advisor Zoologist Paleontologist Case Manager Counselor for Troubled Youth Desktop Publisher Museum Curator/Researcher Genealogist Documentary Producer Inter-cultural Educator, Peace Corps, VISTA, UNESCO, FAO Academic Adviser Fund Raiser Education and Training Coordinator

English Teacher Flight Attendant HHC Executive Officer Travel Agent or Tour Guide International Hotel Manager Human Resources Manager Interpreter Natural Landmarks Officer Historic Preservationist Librarian Investment Performance Analyst Kindergarten Teacher Lead Designer – Interactive Design Theater Manager Managing Principal Consultant Marketing Coordinator Resettlement/Assistant Resource Mobilization Officer Science Teacher Linguist Technical Writer Newspaper Columnist Biographical Writer Special Education Teacher Transportation Logistics

Experiences at UVM: The Consulting Archaeology Program (CAP): UVM CAP provides independent and work-study opportunities to current undergraduates and full-time employment to recent graduates. CAP provides archaeological consulting services to businesses and individuals, non-profit groups, local governments, and state and federal agencies. Consulting Archaeology Program 111 Delehanty Hall 180 Colchester Avenue Burlington, VT 05405 Phone: 802-656-4310 Fax: 802-656-8033 http://www.uvm.edu/~uvmcap/

For more information about Anthropology at UVM: Anthropology Department

509 Williams Hall 72 University Place

Burlington, Vermont 05405 802-656-3884

Fax (802) 656-4406. http://www.uvm.edu/~anthro/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Area and International Studies

The Major: The Area and International Studies Program provides meaningful perspectives and in-depth knowledge promoting regional and global awareness and international development. The Area and International Studies Program offers majors in Asian, Canadian, European, Latin American, and Russian/East European Studies. In addition to foreign language study, students study the history, economics, geography, and political structure of their chosen area. Art, agriculture, business, environmental sciences, health sciences, literature, music, philosophy, and sociology courses can be selected to further majors’ competence. Study abroad internships are encouraged for all international study majors as an integral part of their experience. The Area and International Studies Program provides exposure to the traditional disciplines and appreciation of a foreign culture, thus combining the broad liberal arts education with a more specific area competence.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in viewing the world as a global citizen. … you would like to become knowledgeable about another region’s economics, culture, history, and politics. … you desire fluency in another language and the opportunity to use your skills to analyze and improve cross-cultural relations.




Isolating the specific from the general

Speaking to groups Flexibility/adaptability Developing new agendas for old problems

Translating ideas/languages Explaining other cultures Persuasive speaking Explaining other cultures



Observing people Describing & evaluating issues/problems/events Comparing ideas/translations

Reviewing/evaluating projects or ideas Planning and administering programs

Organizing ideas/materials Simplifying complex data Maintaining records/tabulating data


Understanding & interpreting other cultures Sensitivity to cultural perceptions/viewpoints

Opportunities to test generalizations against the particular reality of a geographical area and its people

Knowledge of survey research methods Grasping of complex case histories Ability to speak another language

Area and International Studies Career Brainstorm: Asset/Stock Trader Paralegal English as a Second Language Teacher Website Producer Print and/or Broadcast Journalism Translator Interpreter International Business and/or Banking World Food and Health Organizations International Development World Bank United Nations guide International hotel manager Public relations liaison

Non-Profit Agency Director Advertising Executive Investment Banker Financial Credit Manager Deputy Clerk Manufacturing Director Nurse Primary Education Foreign Service State Department Peace Corps Activities coordinator Foreign correspondent Lobbyist

*For more Area and International Studies Careers visit the Career section of the Area and International Studies website.*

Experiences at UVM: The Living Learning Center has Residential Programs suited for Area and International Studies majors. http://www.uvm.edu/llcenter/programs/ Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html For Area and International Studies internship opportunities visit the Internship Opportunities section of the Area and International Studies website and the Career Services website.

For more information about Area and International Studies at UVM:

Area & International Studies A-507 Old Mill

Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: 802-656-1096

http://www.uvm.edu/~global/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Art Education The Major: The Art Education Program serves students with a passion for art and a commitment to education. The major is housed in both the Department of Art and the College of Education and Social Sciences. Majors will acquire a deep involvement in studio experience and a solid background in art history as well as knowledge of educational philosophy and practice through intense and varied fieldwork. The course of study leads to a degree in Education and State Certification as an art teacher, kindergarten through grade 12. The program is completed with a full semester of teaching experience under the supervision of a master art educator.

You might like this major if… … you enjoy creating and sharing your own art in the midst of an active artistic community while exploring the history of art across the globe. … you are committed to art education at the K thru 12 levels. … you do not want to have to choose between making art and teaching art.




Theoretical background in art instruction methods Understanding of how culture influences and can be interpreted through art

Commitment to excellent instruction Observation and teaching experience in public schools

Public speaking Expressing complex ideas in common terms



Empirical field knowledge from active art career Research in teaching and assessment practices

Participation in exhibits Creation of lesson plans ensuring varied and inclusive instruction

Integrating educational technology into the learning and teaching process


Interact with visiting artists and speakers Work closely with the local art communities

Understanding the different priorities and values of ancient and modern cultures, as evidenced by their artist contributions

Deep involvement in studio art experience with solid background in art history

Art Education Career Brainstorm: Arts Administrator Art Therapist Private School Educator Public School Educator Educational Filmmaker Gallery Director Museum Curator Architect University Professor Art Lecturer Author Gallery Owner

Advertising Account Executive Actress Assistant Consultant Self Employed Artist Photographer Graphic Designer Designer Art Critic Auction House Cataloguer Muralist Police Sketch Artist Exhibit Designer

Experiences at UVM: The Visiting Artists and Art Historians Program brings a wide variety of speakers and artists to campus. The Colburn Gallery is primarily a teaching gallery with student and faculty shows, as well as outside artists. The Living/Learning Center has Residential Programs suited for Art Education majors. http://www.uvm.edu/llcenter/programs/

For more information about Art Education at UVM:

Art Department Williams Hall


Phone: (802) 656-2014 Fax: (802) 656-2064

http://www.uvm.edu/~artdept/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Art History

The Major: The Art History major in the Department of Art blends courses in Studio Art with those of Art History. With an accessible and nationally recognized faculty, Art History majors are encouraged to understand the richness and layered meanings of works of art. Art History majors must master a foreign language through the Intermediate level in order to be better equipped to interpret different works of art. Majors sample different periods of art and different cultures’ art, completing at least one course in non-western art, in order to be better informed when choosing their independent research project. The University of Vermont offers its own resources for art historians and boasts a region rich with art historic venues.

You might like this major if… … you have a deep interest in the relationships and tenets of art, culture and society. … you want to learn about the lives and societies of past artists and understand their impact upon artwork creation. … you enjoy working with artwork and interpreting its meaning in a broader historic context.




Attention to details Understanding of how culture influences and can be interpreted through art

Explaining other cultures Organizing ideas, materials or objects.

Public speaking experience Interpretive skills



Independent research of a chosen time period, artist, or work of art

Appreciation of aesthetics

Organize information in an effective manner


Interact with visiting artist and lecturers Work with the local and campus art communities

Understanding the different priorities and values of ancient and modern cultures, as evidenced by their artist contributions

Deep involvement in studio art experience with solid background in art history and foreign language mastery

Art History Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Executive Ad Traffic Coordinator Art Director Art Teacher Counsel for Domestic Anti-Piracy Museum Curator Digital Production Assistant English as a Second Language Teacher Furniture Showroom Manager Magician Design Company Manager Auction House Manager Publisher Research Assistant

Architectural Conservationist Freelance Writer Estate Appraiser Art Librarian Art Preservationist Marketing Manager Antique Dealer Photographer Graphic Designer Teacher Americorps VISTA Professor Art Lawyer Medical Doctor

Experiences at UVM: Majors are encouraged to attained firsthand experience with works of art through independent research, internships and field trips to area exhibitions and museums. The Visiting Artists and Art Historians Program brings a wide variety of speakers and artists to campus. The annual Art History Symposium showcases the research of current Art History majors. Colburn Gallery is primarily a teaching gallery with student and faculty shows, as well as outside artists. The Fleming Museum holds a comprehensive collection of art and anthropology providing majors with contemporary and historic art exhibitions.

For more information on Art History at UVM: Art Department

Williams Hall 72 University Place

Burlington, VT 05405-0168 Phone: (802) 656-2014

Fax: (802) 656-2064 http://www.uvm.edu/~artdept/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Studio Art

The Major: Studio Art majors at the University of Vermont pursue their individual artistic interests in studio classes that are generally capped at fifteen students and supplement these courses with Art History classes designed to help majors develop a full understanding of the nature of art. The program incorporates and supports a broad range of artist disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, computer art, ceramics, printmaking, film, video, fine metals, and photography. Burlington boasts an active art community with many practicing local artists and ongoing artistic activities for majors to network with and learn from.

You might like this major if… … you consider the process of creating art to be as important as the final creative production. … you think of art making as a type of creative inquiry with the process as a path of evolution of the artist’s thinking. … you are interested in learning how to create diverse works of art throughout several mediums in different styles.




Ability to define and solve problems Understanding of how culture influences and can be interpreted through art

Determination to move forward with individual projects Adherence to deadlines Flexibility in thinking

Ability to communicate ideas and themes visually, orally, and in writing



Knowledge of different styles and periods of art Empirical field knowledge from active art career

Visual literacy Participation in various exhibits Ability to present information in a visually stimulating fashion

Organize and present a strong portfolio


Work with others on a team Network and make contacts with fellow artists in the community

Strong sense of aesthetics and history

Work in diverse artistic mediums Proficiency in two and three dimensional artistic creation

Studio Art Career Brainstorm: Art Therapist Bookplate Artist Fashion Artist/Designer Art Conservator Landscape Architect Color Expert Motion Picture Artist Filmmaker Layout Artist Greeting Card Artist Art Critic Calligrapher Courtroom Sketcher Art Dealer Illustrator Toy Designer Sculptor Art Exhibition Coordinator Cartoonist Memorial Designer Art Historian Art Buyer Stylist Professor

Advertising Account Executive Art Consulting Firm Director Advertising Traffic Coordinator Art Teacher Creative Director Computer Tech Analyst Art Museum Curator Digital Production Assistant Design Company Manager Photographer Graphic Design Printer Communication Sales Representative Writer Mural Artist Animator Caricaturist Antiques Dealer Gallery Owner Jewelry Designer Architectural Renderer Ceramic Artist Glass Blower Tattoo Artist Medical Illustrator

Experiences at UVM: Internships are available in the communities’ studios, businesses, and media facilities. The Department of Art offers majors three Studio Awards. -The Jennifer Goldstein Memorial Prize is awarded to two outstanding graduating art students to support their advancement. -The Frank Hewitt Memorial Prize and the Ian Crawford Memorial Prize are awarded to third year majors to encourage their talent. The Visiting Artists and Art Historians Program brings a wide variety of speakers and artists to campus. Colburn Gallery is primarily a teaching gallery with student and faculty shows, as well as outside artists.

For more information about Studio Art at UVM: Art Department

Williams Hall 72 University Place

Burlington, VT 05405-0168 Phone: (802) 656-2014

Fax: (802) 656-2064 http://www.uvm.edu/~artdept/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Asian Studies

The Major: The Asian Studies Program is dedicated to exploring Asia in all its complexity and worldwide implications including its huge and growing population, depletion of natural resources, environmental degradation, and shrinking amounts of arable land. Majors will encounter a variety of courses from disciplines like anthropology, art history, Chinese language and literature, education, environmental studies, history, Japanese language, philosophy, political science, psychology and religion. Academic concentrations are available with an emphasis on breadth of approach and depth of knowledge. Majors are encouraged to study abroad for at least a semester and the Asian Studies Program provides many opportunities to do so.

You might like this major if… … you have an active interest in how what happens in Asia affects the rest of the world. … you are fascinated by recent rapid Asian economic growth and its implications for international trade and conflict. … you would like to explore, from a multidisciplinary viewpoint, aspects of Asian culture such as Confucian social philosophy, Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim religions, martial arts, ancient medical prescriptions and practices, and distinctive traditions in art, literature, and music.




Understanding relationships and social processes as well as individual difference

Upper level seminar experience with opportunities for research and writing

Outreach to communities and to schools at all levels throughout Vermont Foreign language relevant to particular concentration through the intermediate level



Completion of a major research project focused on individual concentration within the major Analyzing data

Planning and presentation of department sponsored events Reviewing projects and ideas

Examining pertinent information Comparing ideas and translations


Participation outreach activities at local primary and secondary schools Sensitivity to people and problems

Understanding of ethnic, religious, and political tensions and conflicts and their impact on Asia and worldwide

Study abroad experience Sharing knowledge with younger learners through the Asian Studies Outreach Program Program sponsored extra-curricular events like lectures, music, film, and ethnic meals

Asian Studies Career Brainstorm: English as a Second Language Teacher (US or Abroad) Primary Education (US or Abroad) Secondary Education Law (US or Abroad) Community Service Volunteer Services Coordinator Community Planning Specialist Arts Council Director Cultural Resource Management Trading Company Investor

Departmental Historian Researcher Exhibit Preparation Coordinator Historical Background Analyst Librarian Museum Specialist Archivist Banker (US or Abroad) Tour Guide Foundation Administrator Construction Company (US or Abroad) Researcher

Experiences at UVM: UVM Asian Studies Outreach Program is a non-profit organization that promotes teaching and learning about Asia. ASOP has been creating and supporting educational programs to encourage interest, knowledge and understanding of Asia for many hundreds of educators, students and their communities in Vermont. ASOP provides comprehensive services and programs for teachers, school administrators, and students to learn about China, Japan, and Thailand. UVM Asian Studies Outreach Program 479 Main Street Burlington, Vermont 05405 Phone: 802-656-7985 Fax: 802-656-8472 http://www.uvm.edu/~outreach

Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html

For more information about Asian Studies at UVM:

Asian Studies Program 479 Main Street

Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-5764 Fax: (802) 656-8472

http://www.uvm.edu/~asian



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Biochemistry The Major: Biochemistry represents the crossroads of several different scientific disciplines. Majors are taught by faculty in the Departments of Chemistry and Microbiology and Molecular Genetics in addition to professors in the Department of Biochemistry in the Medical College. Majors will have the opportunity to explore current topics in biochemistry leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Students have access to state-of-the-art research equipment in the College of Medicine and in the Departments of Chemistry and Microbiology and Molecular genetics including X-ray diffractometers, NMR and mass spectrometers, IR spectrophotometers, peptide synthesizers, chromatographic equipments and modern optical and electronic microscopes. Majors will use most of this equipment in their coursework and research activities.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in observing, studying, and analyzing various substances and creating new substances. … you want to possess knowledge of not only biology, but also chemistry, microbiology, and genetics in order to enhance your understanding of the human genome and other discoveries describing the molecular basis for life. … you enjoy interpreting formulas, working independently, and exploring various ideas.




Investigate current topics in modern biochemistry Use curiosity to solve problems

Work collaboratively on projects and research in order to reach conclusions efficiently and accurately

Technical writing Explanting reports and informing others of findings and conclusions



Involvement in research individually or in faculty-sponsored projects Develop acute observational skills and physical dexterity Testing an idea/hypothesis Developing theories Clarifying problems

Preparation and presentation of technical reports Designing plots and graphs

Remain objective while reviewing relevant data Use formulas and theory to reach testable conclusions


Close working relationship with an academic advisor to develop interests, requirements and career goals

Understanding of ethics as they apply to the sciences

Access to state of the art equipment through the College of Medicine Lab research skills

Biochemistry Career Brainstorm: Genetic Engineer Synthetic Chemist Pharmacist Laboratory Technician Chemical Engineer Drug Analyst Nutrition Analyst Patent Law Specialist Research Dietician Animal Scientist Primary School Teacher Radiation Health Specialist Art Conservator Museum Scientist Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Product Safety Engineer Criminalist Toxicologist Medical Doctor Veterinarian Dentist Physician’s Assistant Physical Therapist Product Development Chemist University Professor Secondary School Teacher Science Journal Editor Public Relations Representative Medical Services Representative Pharmaceutical Researcher

Experiences at UVM: Involvement of students in undergraduate research is strongly encouraged. Qualified biochemistry majors can participate in research as early as their first semester through the chemistry department’s Introduction to Research coursework. Upper-level students can receive course credit for their research projects and can also apply for small research stipends through the URECA program. The HELiX (Hughes Endeavor for Life Science Excellence) program is a support program for undergraduates in the sciences at the University of Vermont. The HELiX office maintains a database of UVM scientists who welcome undergraduate students into their laboratories to conduct research projects under their mentorship. The HELiX office will do the work of contacting the prospective sponsor and setting up appointments for the student to meet with several scientists and discuss her/his research area and what kind of project would be available. http://www.uvm.edu/~helix/ S.U.R.E. (Summer Undergraduate Research Experience) - The 9-week internship will provide students with a strong biophysical/chemical comprehension of experimental techniques and the tools necessary to design definitive experiments and answer their problems. Through journal clubs, lab meetings, and a research symposium students will have many opportunities to present their work and persuade their peers of the validity and utility of their answers. http://biochem.uvm.edu/sure.php

For more information about Biochemistry at UVM:

Department of Biochemistry C401 Given Building Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-2220 Fax: (802) 862-8229

http://biochem.uvm.edu/undergraduate/index.php



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Biology

The Major: UVM offers both a B.A. and a B.S. in Biology. Majors have many opportunities to learn experientially by working in research laboratories and “doing” science in the classroom with faculty. To ensure that students are provided with opportunities for hands on research the department maintains active, funded research programs and faculty always involves students in their research. Biology students can remain generalists or concentrate in cell and molecular biology, pre-professional (including medical and veterinary) biology, environmental biology, neurobiology, or forensic biology. Student often publish research papers with faculty and travel to field sites in the summer where they do work funded by the faculty’s research grant.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in learning about biological science experientially, by working with faculty in the classroom and in research laboratories. … you desire a hands-on experience of laboratory investigation. … you enjoy independent research work and want to explore various hypotheses in order to formulate conclusions.




Observe phenomena and make hypotheses and decisions Recognizing and identifying problems and synthesizing solutions

Work with a group to reach conclusions and prove hypotheses

Enhance written and oral communication skills



Data analysis Experimenting with ideas and procedures Operate scientific equipment Work with faculty on funded research projects

Delegate tasks in order to get work accomplished Present and prepare technical reports for peers and faculty

Observe and record accurate details Organize and interpret information Organize and maintain records


Collaborate with peers and faculty in order to accomplish research goals

Clarify problems and test solutions to form adequate answers

Travel to field sites to do work with faculty Precision under pressure Lab research skills

Biology Career Brainstorm: AmeriCorps VISTA Science Teacher Agricultural Scientist Animal Research Technician Ski Instructor Clinical Registered Nurse Clinical Researcher Greenhouse Manager Medical Technician Organ Transplant Coordinator Physician Pharmacy Technician Medical Librarian Wildlife Biologist Physiologist

Medical Researcher Dental Hygienist Public Relations Manager Marketing Firm Associate Optometrist Entomologist Forest Supervisor Marine Biologist Medical Illustrator Eye Care Technician National Park Ranger Rapid Response Lab Technician Research Associate Research Specialist Surgical Resident

Experiences at UVM: Women in Science - This program is designed to promote guidance and support for women potentially interested in pursuing a career in science. One-on-one mentoring can be an invaluable experience and can make the difference between losing a good mind from science and helping to mold a great scientist. Mentees will be matched up with a woman scientist early in their undergraduate career providing an opportunity for students to learn the networking process which is so essential to success in scientific careers. http://www.uvm.edu/~tdelaney/wis/wis.html The HELiX (Hughes Endeavor for Life Science Excellence) program is a support program for undergraduates in the sciences at the University of Vermont. The HELiX office maintains a database of UVM scientists who welcome undergraduate students into their laboratories to conduct research projects under their mentorship. The HELiX office will do the work of contacting the prospective sponsor and setting up appointments for the student to meet with several scientists and discuss her/his research area and what kind of project would be available. http://www.uvm.edu/~helix/ S.U.R.E. (Summer Undergraduate Research Experience) - The 9-week internship will provide students with a strong biophysical/chemical comprehension of experimental techniques and the tools necessary to design definitive experiments and answer their problems. Through journal clubs, lab meetings, and a research symposium students will have many opportunities to present their work and persuade their peers of the validity and utility of their answers. http://biochem.uvm.edu/sure.php

For more information about Biology at UVM: Department of Biology

Room 120A Marsh Life Science Building 109 Carrigan Drive

Burlington, Vermont 05405 Tel: (802) 656-2922 Fax: (802) 656-2914

http://www.uvm.edu/~biology/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Botany

The Major: The College of Arts and Sciences offers at Bachelor of Arts degree program in Botany through the Department of Plant Biology. Majors who pursue the botany B.A. gain a broad introduction to the life sciences, including biochemistry and molecular biology in addition to a rich liberal arts education. With a low student-faculty ratio, professors are easily accessible and every student gets individual attention, while still benefiting from well-equipped laboratories, 8,000 square foot greenhouses, and the varied topography of the surrounding areas.

You might like this major if… … you believe the Vermont outdoors would be the perfect textbook from which to learn about botany. … you are curious about plants; their structure, how they function, and how they interrelate with the environment. … you want to work in a laboratory; asking and answering your own research questions.




Drawing conclusions from data obtained Understanding the functional impact of underlying patterns and structures

Generating new ideas and implementing new projects Ability to give and follow directions

Writing grant proposals Ability to communicate clearly in writing Public presentation skills



Knowledge of scientific equipment Digital imaging

Designing research projects Planning experiments to test theories and ideas

Organizing and maintaining ideas, materials, and data


Ability to work collaboratively to solve problems and investigate hypotheses

Seeing the relationships between different factors

Classifying plants Ability to analyze images Bioinformatics

Botany Career Brainstorm: Environmental Consultant Attorney Environmental Educator Museum Curator Landscaper Oceanographer Research Assistant Laboratory Research Technician Government Researcher Writer Plant Buyer Greenhouse Operator Pharmaceutical Research and Development Outdoor Educator Teacher Peace Corps Volunteer Plant Pathologist Agronomist

State Park Naturalist Plant Molecular Biologist Plant Biochemist Soils Specialist National Park Service Employee Horticulturist Environmental Impact Specialist Ecologist Conservation Biologist Science Writer Biological Photographer Florist NASA Life Science Researcher Water Quality Technician Public Health Officer Physician Botanical Illustration Taxonomist

Experiences at UVM: The Marvin Seminar Series offers weekly presentations and lectures from UVM and visiting scholars. The Pringle Herbarium is the third largest herbarium in New England, with more than 310,000 plant specimens. It also boasts a significant library and serves as a work space for one of the state's top floristicians and two renowned plant systematists. UVM’s Centennial Woods is 44 acres of mature conifers and hardwoods, fields, streams and wetlands in the middle of Burlington and South Burlington. Jericho Research Forest, the largest (365 acres), most widely used forest protected by UVM.

For more information about Botany at UVM:

Department of Plant Biology Marsh Life Science Building Burlington, VT 05405-0086

Tel: (802) 656-2930 Fax: (802) 656-0440

http://www.uvm.edu/~plantbio/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Chemistry

The Major: The Chemistry Department offers two undergraduate degree programs. The Bachelor of Science is offered for students who plan to pursue chemistry as a career and is certified by the American Chemical Society. The Bachelor of Arts degree program allows students to pursue chemistry in a liberal arts course of studies and leaves room for students to pursue studies in other scientific realms. The UVM Chemistry program offers strong faculty-student interaction in modest sized classes. Majors are able to pursue research with internationally recognized scientists and have access to a wide range of state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation.

You might like this major if… … you seek understanding of all aspects of the physical and biological worlds at the molecular level. … you have an interest in observing and analyzing various substances and interpreting formulas to explore ideas and create your own. … you want to be at the center of science.




Ability to identify problems Curiosity Understanding of patterns and structures Logical thinking Data analysis

Follow through Original thinking Work collaboratively on projects and research in order to reach conclusions efficiently and accurately

Oral and written communication skills Explanting reports and informing others of findings and conclusions



Conduct research utilizing formulas Comparison Clarifying problems

Designing plots and graphs Summarizing findings

Precision/accuracy Observational skills Use formulas and theory to reach testable conclusions


Ability to maintain objectivity Information interpretation and explanation

Flexibility between individual and group work Understanding of ethics as they apply to the sciences

Solving quantitative problems Performing experiments to develop theories

Chemistry Career Brainstorm: Nurse Lawyer Pharmacist Veterinarian Analytical Chemist Laboratory Technician Environmental Laboratory Manager Quality Control Associate Research Chemist Research Coordinator Peace Corps Teacher Technical Writer Patent Lawyer Dentist Forensic Chemist Biochemist Brewer Lab Assistant Senior Report Writer Laboratory Manager Metallurgist Pest Control Business Manager Scientific Photographer

Chemical Oceanographer Health Specialist Fire Protection Engineer Physician Perfumer Agricultural Scientist Food Scientist Technician Genetic Counselor Hospital Administrator Risk Manager Professor Crime Lab Analyst Molecular Biologist Toxicologist Anesthesiologist Computer Software Engineer Entomologist FDA Inspector Museum Curator Optometrist Psychiatrist Drug Analyst Physical Therapist

Experiences at UVM: Research, under the guidance of a faculty member, is encouraged for those pursuing a BA or BS

degree in chemistry. BA and BS chemistry majors can also participate in chemical research as

part of the College of Arts & Sciences John Dewey Honors program. A short honors thesis

resulting from an original research project is required for honors in Chemistry. Funding for

summer research stipends is offered through a variety of venues. Possibilities for research exist

in many faculty laboratories on campus, including those of the medical school.

American Chemical Society – Green Mountain Local

One of 189 chapters of the ACS, the Green Mountain Local is located in Vermont and aims to

spread public knowledge of chemistry through community outreach and working with students in

chemistry. Meetings and events provide a time to network and socialize with other Vermont

chemists. http://membership.acs.org/g/greenmt/index.html

UVM Women’s Chemistry Group – An informal group of female Chemistry students and post-

docs at the University of Vermont organized as a subgroup of the Green Mountain Local ACS.

For more information about Chemistry at UVM: Chemistry Department

Cook Physical Science Building 82 University Place

Burlington, VT 05405 http://www.uvm.edu/~chem/



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Classics

The Major: Classics is the study of Greek and Roman civilization through topics such as mythology, origins of epic and drama, the nature of satire, historiography, political theory, philosophy, and social history. Majors can choose to concentrate on the ancient languages (Greek or Latin) or the civilizations (Greek and Roman). Courses are conducted as seminars and aim to give majors the broadest sense of the ancient civilizations and their contributions to the modern world.

You might like this major if… … you want to deepen your understanding of Western culture via its origins in Greek and Roman society, politics and art. … the idea of course meetings and study space in the Classics Seminar Room with a library of primary and secondary works appeals to your scholastic senses. … you are dedicated to understanding some of the greatest monuments of human thought, appreciating and analyzing the productions of human culture, and developing careful arguments and criticisms.




Interpreting meaning from compositions and mythology Logical reasoning

Evaluate and diagnose conflict with knowledge about mediation and resolution

Prose composition Experience in seminar style discussion and presentation Master grammar and expand vocabulary



Systematic review of grammar and syntax Encounter primary sources

Plan social and academic events

Organize materials


Listening and reading critically to gather meaning Debate effectively Articulate ideas and persuade others

Identifying values of ancient cultures and interpreting their impact on western culture

Rigorous instruction in the ancient languages Handle complex information and history spanning over three millennia

Classics Career Brainstorm: Attorney Museum Educator Freelance Writer Graduate Student in Higher Education Elementary Reading Teacher Research Assistant State Researcher Policy Analyst Publisher Museum Curator Travel Agent Clergy Public Administrator Banker

Public Relations Specialist Conference Specialist Public Interest Lobbyist Foreign Service Agent Editor Press Secretary Diplomatic Staff Member Public Relations Specialist Journalist Librarian Research Specialist Higher Education Administrator College Professor High School Teacher

Experiences at UVM: Goodrich Classical Club is dedicated to promoting the study of Greek and Roman Society, language, and culture, and encouraging collegiality among those with an interest in Greece and Rome. They hold a variety of events, ranging from the social to the academic (watching movies, eating dinner, going to museums and plays, and do anything else members might want). Eta Sigma Phi is the Classics Honor Society

For more information about Classics at UVM: Department of Classics

481 Main St. Burlington, VT 05401 Tel: (802) 656-3210

http://www.uvm.edu/~classics/



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Communication Sciences

The Major: The two primary goals of Communication Sciences are to provide students with knowledge about the development, structure, and disorders of human communication across the lifespan and to give students an opportunity to enhance their own communications abilities. Majors engage in coursework and observe therapy to gain expertise in communication. Students are introduced to the discipline with courses on linguistics, cognitive science, and the normal processes of speech, language, and hearing. Majors participate in a research project their senior year focused on human communication and its disorders.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in how language is learned, produced, perceived, and understood. … you question how communication develops from infancy to adulthood including the development of language in children. … you wonder about the effect of communication on an organization and the effect of an organization on communication.




Observe people, data, and things to form theories and solve problems

Ability to make decisions based on evidence Adherence to deadlines

Effective speaking and writing skills Create persuasive, appealing, and clear messages



Collaboration in faculty-led research Develop independent research hypotheses and engage in individual research

Ability to generate ideas and access feasibility of plans

Attention to accuracy and accountability


Identify and manage needs of different individuals and groups Ability to inform and explain effectively

Understand individual and cultural values

Knowledge of the impact of new technology on communication

Communication Sciences Career Brainstorm: Assistant Speech Pathologist Audiologist Medical Assistant Teacher Pediatric Occupational Therapist Preschool Teacher Physical Therapist Hospitality Manager Non-Profit Agency Manager Service Advisor Sign Language Interpreter Special Education Program Director Special Educator Speech Assistant Speech Therapist Speech/Language Pathologist Censor Social Worker Translator Camp Director Student Services Specialist Research Analyst

Paralegal Presenter Insurance Agent Lawyer Public Relation Specialist Recreations Manager Events Planner Travel Agent Writer Actor Proofreader Radio/TV Announcer Script Writer Video Programmer Museum Director Counselor Political Aide Probation Officer Lobbyist Guidance Counselor Mediator Press Secretary

Experiences at UVM: Majors are encouraged to participate in on-going faculty research or develop their own research with the help of a faculty mentor. The Eleanor M. Luse Center for Communications: Speech, Language, and Hearing is a nonprofit organization that provides Vermont’s adults and children with Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Services. Majors are offered guided observation of the Center and access to some graduate courses prior to graduation. The Speech and Hearing Club is a great way for majors to get to know their peers in the Communication Sciences department and participate in various philanthropic events

For more information about Communication Sciences at UVM:

Department of Communication Sciences Pomeroy Hall

489 Main Street Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3861 Fax: (802) 656-2528

http://www.uvm.edu/~cmsi/



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Computer Science

The Major: The computer science major seeks to create computer-based solutions to real-world problems. With a Bachelor of Arts through the College of Arts and Sciences, a Computer Science major has the freedom to combine the technical aspects of Computer Science with the benefits of a liberal arts education, including the opportunity to focus on other supplemental courses of study. The Computer Science program allows students to vary their experience. From lab experience to small-sized lectures, Computer Science majors are able to have discussions about and experience the ways that computers impact the various facets of everyday life.

You might like this major if… … you see yourself studying a creative subject, solving problems and inventing solutions. … you wonder how computers will continue to revolutionize the society we live in and the way we interact in it. … you are fascinated by the ability of computers to create artificial realities and solve actual problems that seem to require vast amounts of human intelligence.




Develop problem solving and reasoning skills Critical thinking

Efficiency Systematic Detail oriented Deadline driven

Ability to simplify complex thoughts and concepts and present them in a clear and concise manner



Quantitative and statistical expertise Observation and classification skills

Thoroughness and attention to intricate details Marketing ideas and products

Ability to multi-task System design and maintenance Organization of data


Ability to work both independently and in team environments

Ability to work in the abstract and apply meaning to larger and broader societal questions and problems

Knowledge of various operating systems and their benefits and drawbacks Programming language fluency

Computer Science Career Brainstorm: Financial Planning Analyst Teaching Assistant Environmental Research Assistant University Research Laboratory Technician Government Agency Researcher Defense Contractor Engineer Web Designer Air Traffic Controller Robotics Programmer Database Manager Mathematician Software Engineer Astronomer Urban Planner Economist Telecommunications Specialist

Accountant Systems Programmer Computer Consultant Risk and Insurance Specialist Cost Analyst Actuary Teacher Physicist Aerospace Engineer Cryptographer Investment Banker Technical Writer Auditor Advertising Executive Financial Aid Director Special Effects Specialist

Experiences at UVM: The Computer Science Student Association (CSSA) is a group for undergraduate and graduate students interested in Computer Science. The CSSA holds both social and educational events in an effort to bring Computer Science peers together to learn from one another and have fun. The CSSA is also a venue for students to interact with the department in a productive way. All Computer Science aficionados are encouraged to join the CSSA. UVM Computer Science Seminars are held throughout the year with opportunities to network with and learn from outside presenters

For more information about Computer Science at UVM:

Department of Computer Science

351 Votey Hall Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3330

http://www.cs.uvm.edu/



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Economics

The Major: The Department of Economics at the University of Vermont exposes majors to a wide variety of economic thought and encourages lively debate, reflecting the actual economics field. Economics majors develop the tools needed to evaluate policy solutions to current economic problems and societal controversies. Majors interact with faculty members who teach topics in which they are actively engaged in research, ensuring that they are at the forefront of their discipline. With small senior courses culminating in collaborative or independent research projects, majors are well prepared for a broad range of careers and postgraduate options.

You might like this major if… … you want to understand the nature of and relationship between supply and demand, including the way economics influences different aspects of national and international society. … you wonder how growth and development effect humans around the world. … you want to study economic systems and the problems and benefits that come along with them.


Critical Thinking Skills Leadership and Administration

Skills


Analytic approach to problem solving Ability to evaluate data reports and business proposals

Adherence to deadlines Inventing solutions based on the specifics of a problem Adapting ideas to new situations

Clear oral and written communication skills Active listening



Reviewing trends through observation of data Analyzing and understanding relationships

Knowledge of production, distribution and consumption of goods Attention to detail

Organization of ideas and materials Ability to keep accurate data and interpret it effectively


Working on teams to test theories and develop solutions

Ability to advise business strategies Interpretation of relevant data from in depth statements

Preparation of financial reports Statistical and mathematical knowledge Grant writing

Economics Career Brainstorm: Marketing Firm Account Executive Accounting Technician Financial Analyst Architect Attorney Insurance Broker Investment Consultant Estate Planner Credit Analyst Financial Planner Franchise Manager Freelance Producer Human Resources Director Import/Export Clerk Labor Statistician Bank Loan Officer Marketing Director Media Planner Bond Trader Sales/Trading Assistant Software Consultant Economist Website Coordinator

Stock Broker Economic Forecaster Loan Counselor Foreign Trade Analyst Tax Auditor Lobbyist Paralegal Congressional Aide International Insurance Broker Technical Writer Journalist Press Secretary Travel Consultant Real Estate Agent Public Opinion Pollster Teacher Affirmative Action Representative Environmental Researcher Political Campaign Organizer Property Manager Intelligence Agent Efficiency Expert Business Manager

Experiences at UVM: Students who want to pursue topics not covered in the regular course offerings are welcome to sign up for Readings and Research with a sponsoring faculty member to approve, guide, and evaluate the work completed. The Department of Economics offers a variety of Senior and Junior Awards and Scholarships. The Student Economics Club meets throughout the semester and hosts talks, discussions, and meetings related to economics. Omicron Delta Epsilon is an academic honor society that honors outstanding achievements in economics, creates stronger faculty-student relationships, and enhances cross-college interaction. Omicron Delta Epsilon pursues its goals through various events, including dinners, invited speakers, group discussions and student review sessions. Applications are invited each spring.


For more information on Economics at UVM:

Department of Economics 237 Old Mill Building Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-0187

http://www.uvm.edu/~econ/



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English

The Major: English majors at the University of Vermont experience a flexible and intimate department focused around intentional concentration on texts and their contexts as well as on developing new paradigms for approaching literature that are informed by contemporary literary theory. Majors encounter historical literary figures, distinct eras of writing, and multiple genres in an effort to understand the richness and diversity of literary and cultural styles. With a faculty that runs the gamut of English scholarship, majors are able to test boundaries and challenge canons of literature with creative thinking and writings.

You might like this major if… … you have an interest in reading and analyzing literary and cultural works in addition to a desire to create your own literary additions. … you enjoy thinking critically and approaching topics from different angles. … you want to develop your communication skills through expressive and creative literary outlets.


Critical Thinking Skills Leadership and Administration

Skills


Ability to simplify complex concepts and extract the root meaning of intricate Manufacturing logical arguments that challenge and question conventional styles of thinking

Playing devil’s advocate in brainstorm sessions Ability to edit effectively Give and receive criticism in a constructive way

Clear communication of ideas and concepts Persuasive writing and speaking skills Ability to speak well in public



Gathering information in order to compare and summarize in order to prove theories and solve problems

Directing projects and paying attention to details

Organizing information in order to reveal connections and underlying values


Working in groups to produce larger works Collaborative writing and researching

Ability to decipher and extract tone and attitude from a greater context Clarifying positions and values from different points of view

Ability to work in various media and genres Proficiency in generating appropriate imagery, metaphors, expressions and characters with distinct settings and agendas

English Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Coordinator Communications Account Executive Actress Administrative Assistant Admissions Counselor Newspaper Arts Editor Magazine Editor Resort Manager Media Planner Nonprofit Public Relations Attorney Book Buyer/Seller Book Editor Internet Business Developer Technology Consultant Costume Designer Director Press Representative Publicity Coordinator Public Opinion Analyst Claims Adjustor Narrator Foreign Correspondent Professor Playwright Politician Comedian

Director of Student Activities Customer Service Manager Copywriter Realtor/Developer Business Recruiter Sales Assistant Social Worker Teacher Underwriter Television Producer Paralegal Musician Marketing Manager Library/Media Specialist Law Clerk Insurance Agent Freelance Writer Interviewer Critic English as a Second Language Teacher Lobbyist Literary Agent Manuscript Reader Artist Author Curator Speech Writer

Experiences at UVM: The Writers’ Workshop brings various writers to campus for readings and discussions. English majors have the opportunity to complete Independent Study (or Readings and Research) projects with the advice and approval of a faculty sponsor. Additionally, internships are available for credit in which the student works and completes a written reflection piece which is reviewed by the faculty sponsor. The Buckham Overseas Program allows a select group of English majors to study abroad at the University of Kent in Canterbury England. Due to a generous donation from the Buckham family, majors who qualify can study at Kent for a price comparable to their tuition at UVM. Also, through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html

For more information about English at UVM: Department of English

400 Old Mill 94 University Place

Burlington, VT 05405-4030 Tel: (802) 656-3056 Fax: (802) 656-3055

http://www.uvm.edu/~english/



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Environmental Sciences

The Major: Three of the nine Environmental Sciences B.S. degrees are housed in the College of Arts and Sciences. Concentrations in Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry, and Environmental Geology couple a broad-based liberal arts education with specialization in traditional scientific disciplines with direct attention to environmental impact. Majors participate in active research programs in an effort to better understand the environment and environmental problems. Through application of scientific methods of inquiry, majors develop the analytic skills and technical knowledge to strategize about problems of environmental importance.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in making a difference in the quality of the environment. … you want to work in a field at the crossroads of technology and the environment, helping to solve environmental problems. … you are intrigued by the intersections and interrelationships between modern sciences and technologies and the environment.




Identify patterns and apply to future projections Apply logical thinking to solve complex problems

Risk assessment Use information to forecast effects

Write in a clear and concise manner to translate complex ideas into easily understood structures



Summarize findings resulting from observed and collected data Use laboratory equipment to gather and interpret information

Precisely and accurately measure data to develop solution strategies Designing research projects Developing restoration plans

Use formulas to predict outcomes Organize data into reports and statements


Work in groups to solve problems and create hypotheses Inform and explain

Attention to details Understanding and valuing environmental resources

Gain knowledge and experience working with and in different environments

Environmental Sciences Career Brainstorm: Environmental Analyst Environmental Educator Hazardous Waste Manager Air Pollution Analyst Air/Water Quality Manager Forester Forest Ranger Environmental Engineer Geophysicist Biologist Fund Raiser Lobbyist Teacher Photographer Oceanographer Research Technician Writer

Biomedical Engineer Meteorologist Environmental Lawyer City Planner Conservation Agent Microbiologist EPA Inspector Consumer Safety Inspector Outdoor Trip Leader Zoologist Wildlife Manager Resource Economist Public Health Veterinarian Earth Scientist Naturalist Industrial Hygienist Landscaper

Experiences at UVM: Jericho Research Forest is a 365 acre forest protected by UVM. UVM’s natural areas serve as outdoor laboratories for Environmental Sciences majors.


Environmental Sciences majors are able to compete for internships or engage in independent field study with faculty members.

For more information about Environmental Sciences at UVM:

Environmental Sciences Program Burlington, VT 05405

[email protected] http://www.uvm.edu/~ensc/



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Environmental Studies

The Major: The Environmental Studies program integrates service learning and internships into individually designed and constructed majors focused on a particular area of interest and culminating with a senior capstone project or thesis. Environmental Studies majors benefit from a challenging liberal arts education with an environmental focus at an institution that is nationally recognized as a leader in undergraduate environmental education. The Environmental Studies program espouses the tenet that everyone can learn from one another; regular academic advising and student-taught courses are both valuable and important opportunities for majors to gain knowledge.

You might like this major if… … you want to gain a deeper understanding of the ecological and cultural systems supporting and impacting life on earth. … you believe in the ability of creative human minds to develop a better and more ecologically sustainable future. … you are interested in environmental problems and want to contribute to their solution.




Applying logic to define and solve problems Ability to recognize and interpret patterns and structures

Attention to details and adherence to deadlines

Report complex ideas clearly and persuasively both orally and in writing Inform and explain problems and recommendations



Proficient in both laboratory and computer technology Gather pertinent information Evaluate, analyze and interpret data

Assess risks and benefits Develop creative and effective alternatives

Organize and summarize data received and collected Completion of a senior capstone project or thesis


Work in teams to investigate and solve problems Brainstorm possible solutions with colleagues

Extract and summarize most important information

Experience surveying environmental conditions and collecting data in the field

Environmental Studies Career Brainstorm: Teacher Journalist Architect Fund Raiser Environmental Lawyer Conservationist Park Ranger Ecologist Environmental Analyst Forest Ranger Photographer Environmental Technician Outward Bound Instructor Landscape Architect Telecommunications Technician Policy Assistant Transportation Project Manager Non-Profit Director Quality Assurance Specialist Recreation Program Director Researcher Agricultural Resource Assistant Vegetable Grower US Peace Corps

EPA Inspector Environmental Educator City Planner Lobbyist Geographer Resource Economist Air Pollution Analyst Environmental Consultant Public Relations Account Coordinator Newspaper Editor Attorney Field Biologist Recreational Tour Director Investment Account Executive Carpenter Health Company Executive State PIRG Coordinator Natural Conservancy Coordinator Realtor Safety, Health & Environmental Consultant Ski Instructor Social Worker Securities Trader Veterinary Technician

Experiences at UVM: The University of Vermont’s Natural Areas provide resources to meet teaching and research needs in the field.


The Environmental Program hosts weekly guest speakers, an annual newsletter, and an online discussion list. The Environmental Program encourages majors to be civically engaged through various volunteer organizations, activist groups, and environmental internships.

For more information about Environmental Studies at UVM: Environmental Program

Bittersweet House 153 South Prospect St. Burlington, VT 05401 Tel: (802) 656-4055 Fax: (802) 656-8015

http://www.uvm.edu/~envprog/



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French

The Major: The French major, in the Department of Romance Languages, aims to give students preparation in language, literature and culture for the diverse needs and interests in Francophone countries and cultures across the globe. French majors at UVM prepare for the French-speaking world overseas with easy access to Montreal (the world’s second largest French-speaking city) and to French-language radio and television directly from Quebec. The development of reading, writing and speaking skills in French correlates positively with and enhances students’ English communication skills. The French faculty offers dedicated instruction and advising within and outside the classroom with extensive experience living and working in French-speaking cultures.

You might like this major if… … you want to become fluent in French while increasing your competency in the usage of the English language. … you are intrigued by the French-speaking worlds overseas as well as UVM’s proximity to the world’s second largest French-speaking city, Montreal. … you want to develop an understanding of and appreciation for French-speaking cultures and histories.




Understanding and articulating the differences among French-speaking people Perception of word patterns and structures

Participation in extracurricular French-speaking social activities

Development of reading, writing and speaking skills in French Enhanced ability to communicate in English Translating ideas and language Explaining French cultures



Study abroad opportunities in different parts of the French-speaking world

Project development and follow though Attention to detail

Use of web-based foreign media services with access to French-language radio, television, print and film


Opportunities for small-group work and individual attention providing practice in communicative skills in French Attention to tone and attitude

Weighing values Clarifying the thoughts and ideas of others Developing cultural appreciation

Translation skills French language proficiency

French Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Executive Telecommunications Account Manager English Language Center Manager Museum Marketing Director Personnel Services Catering Manager Home Decorator Electrician Primary Education - English Teacher Secondary Education – French Teacher Federal Inspector Marketing Assistant Musician Television Producer Research Technician Speech/Language Pathologist Translator Interpreter Librarian Foreign Correspondent Journalist

Customs Inspector Embassy Personnel Foreign Service Representative Foreign Exchange Clerk Immigration Inspector United Nations Representative/Guide Foreign Credit Manager Foreign Purchasing Agent Overseas Hotel Manager Travel Bureau - Tour Guide Travel Agent Computer Programmer International Law Specialist English as a Second Language Teacher Social Worker International Flight Attendant Hospital Administrator Museum Curator Advertising Publicity Assistant Columnist

Experiences at UVM: French Film Series: The French Program shows a series of movies in French with English subtitles every semester. In the fall classics from the New Wave era are featured and in the spring more contemporary works are proposed. Pause Café is a weekly informal conversation group where French students can practice their French speaking skills with their fellow students.


The Language Resource Center supports all students, faculty and staff involved in the study of languages, with special resources in the eleven languages offered at UVM. Facilities include a computer classroom/lab, an audio lab, and a language software collection in audiotape, videotape, CD, and DVD formats. Audio files for many current courses are available online.

For more information about French at UVM: Department of Romance Languages

85 S. Prospect St. 517 Waterman Building Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3196 Fax: (802) 656-5773

http://www.uvm.edu/~romlang/



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Film and Television Studies

The Major: The Film and Television Studies major at UVM studies film as an international medium. From silent films to talking films throughout the world, the UVM Film and Television Studies Department offers many ways to study film beyond just viewing and testing experiences. Students write papers, make critical presentations, have group discussions, read extensively, and teach individual sessions. Majors are encouraged to learn about film in an arts and sciences environment, from a multidisciplinary perspective of discovery.

You might like this major if… … you see film and television as a creative form of expression and are interested in communication processes and their effects. … you are interested in the history and impact of film and television. … you want to explore the aesthetic, technological, economic, historical, theoretical, and cultural developments of film.




Attention to details Synthesizing information Present specific viewpoints

Planning and managing skills Rewriting and editing with others

Create entertaining and persuasive messages Explaining processes, plans and concepts



Measure media effects Develop market research Compare and contrast evidence

Evaluate ideas and presentation Planning media in many forms

Gather information and data Evaluate information and sources


Work in teams / small groups Identify and manage different needs of individuals, groups, etc.

Understand institutional and cultural values Interpretation skills

Reporting and editing skills Influential/persuasion skills

Film and Television Studies Career Brainstorm: Theater Manager Visual Effects Sound Specialist Animator Casting Director Prop Maker Lighting Technician Costume Designer Special Effects Specialist Cinematographer Professor Television Producer Talent Agent Casting Assistant Rerecording Mixer

Dramaturge Screenwriter Actor Independent Filmmaker Drama Coach Press Agent Sound Editor Producer Critic Camera Operator Censor Distribution Company Publicist Story Editor Talent Representative

Experiences at UVM: Students in the Film and Television Studies major have the opportunity to take production classes through the Art Department. Students interested in more than the required courses are encouraged to do internships or pursue independent studies.

For more information about Film and Television Studies at UVM:

Film and Television Studies c/o English Department

400 Old Mill University of Vermont

Burlington, VT 05405-4030 phone:(802)656-3056

fax: (802)656-3055 http://www.uvm.edu/~fts/



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Geography

The Major: Geography studies the ways that cultures, past and present, impact the world. With one of the largest Geography departments in New England, UVM Geography majors can choose from a wide range of courses, have access to specialized facilities, and benefit from the resources in the Bailey-Howe Library (a federal map depository). Geography majors at UVM study neighborhoods and international trade, urban life and economic patterns from a multifaceted perspective that bridges the social sciences, the humanities, and the physical sciences.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in patterns of and interactions between human and natural phenomena in particular locations, environments, and places. … you are curious about the ways that human relationships to places, spaces, and environments are shaped by, and shape, class, ethnicity, race, and gender. … you are curious about the changing power relationships within and between nations and states.




Recognize similarities Summarized findings

Write grant proposals Understand group dynamics

Present/defend position Communicate across cultures



Understand physical and cultural conditions across the globe Strong mathematical and statistical skills Conduct field studies

Plan and implement long-term project plans Use technology to better understand the world’s constantly changing natural and human landscapes

Develop skills and interest in mapping, graphics, and charts Gather and organize data Maintain records


Observe human interactions Work within a team to solve problems

Acquire a broad, international, interdisciplinary, and comparative perspective Focus on environment and society

Understanding the spatial dimension of physical, environmental, and human phenomena GIS knowledge

Geography Career Brainstorm: Cartographer Contractor/Construction Company Free Lance Photographer Firefighter Environmental News Creative Assistant Imagery Analyst Real Estate Agent Attorney Teacher GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Analyst Research Assistant Ski Instructor Outdoor Guide Climatologist Computer Programmer Editor

Map Editor Land Developer Intelligence Agent Zoning Investigator Author Conservationist Surveyor Property Manager Travel Agent Urban Planner Peace Corps Industrial Planner Air/Water Quality Control Manager Ecologist Facilities Planner Aerial Photo Interpreter

*For more information on the study and practice of geography brochures including "Careers in Geography" and "Geography as a Discipline" are available in the department office. The Association of American Geographers also has an excellent website on Careers in Geography.*

Experiences at UVM: The Geography Department offers off-campus internship opportunities to give majors the chance to experience the world of applied geography. Participating agencies include Northern Cartographics, Action Research, Women Helping Battered Women, Toward Freedom, Vermont Senate, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission, Winooski Waste Water Treatment Facility, Burlington Housing Authority, National Weather Service, U.S. Forest Service, Associates in Rural Development, Vermont Public Radio, Vermont Cares, Mountain Pride Media, Shelburne Museum, State of Vermont, and The Nature Conservancy. The Geography Department also allows for research opportunities both independent of, and in conjunction with faculty members.

For more information about Geography at UVM:

The Department of Geography 200 Old Mill


Phone: (802) 656-3060 Fax: (802) 656-3042

http://www.uvm.edu/~geograph/



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Geology

The Major: The foundation of Geology at UVM is the unusually rich environment of Vermont, with field trips to the surrounding area playing an important role in all introductory coursework. The Geology curriculum includes the traditional study of solid earth in addition to the applications of geology on the study of the environment. Geology majors take a field methods course conducted almost entirely in the field, with the Vermont landscape becoming the classroom for two afternoons a week. Geology majors are encouraged by faculty mentors to pursue individualized student research and are ensured to have access to modern well-equipped classrooms and labs.

You might like this major if… … you are curious about the world around you and have questioned why landscapes differ, why earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur, why the mountains and oceans exist, or why the dinosaurs became extinct. … you are interested in the history and future of the Earth, particularly the processes that continue to shape the Earth today. … you want to understand the way that local and global environments behave when stressed by humans.




See relationships among different factors Apply concepts learned from specific examples to more broad problems

Prepare technical reports Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and biology to solution of geological problems

Communicate conclusions to those around you orally and in writing



Interpret data Measurement, observation, and sketching of samples Microscopy Master field skills to collect data

Define problems and develop research projects Design visual presentation of data

Collect, manipulate, and analyze data Review scientific literature


Teamwork skills Acute observational skills

Apply concepts learned from specific examples to more broadly based problems

Professional mapping and reporting skills Design computer simulations Use models to predict Earth system responses to specific changes

Geology Career Brainstorm: Client Relations Manager Software Developer Director of Student Activities Field Geologist Industrial Hygienist Environmental Firm Manager Aerial Photographer Pollution Control Specialist Geographer Architect Agricultural Engineer Nursery Manager Park Ranger Surveyor Teacher Waster Management Specialist Mathematician Medical Doctor Environmental Consulting

Regional Planner Prospector Hydrogeologist Laboratory Technician Geologist Oceanographer Meteorologist Park Naturalist Cartographer Astronomer Consultant Environmental Engineer Landscaper Scientific Photographer Writer Environmental Lawyer Valcanologist Paleontologist Writer

Experiences at UVM: Geology Seminar Series – Thanks in part to an endowment from the Lintilhac Foundation, UVM’s Geology department is able to welcome speakers from around the country and world to interact with faculty and students in professional seminars and short courses each semester. The UVM Geology Club sponsors various activities each semester including movie nights and outdoor trips. The Perkins Museum provides constant exposure to events and programming, allowing majors to supplement their academic courses with trips to the museum. UVM provides an extensive list of possible research projects for majors who want field experience in geology.

For more information about Geology at UVM:

Geology Department Delehanty Hall

University of Vermont, Trinity Campus 180 Colchester Avenue

Burlington, VT 05405-1758 http://www.uvm.edu/~geology/



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German

The Major: German majors begin their studies by first mastering the language, which opens avenues to German culture and literature study from the Middle Ages to the present. German is the native language of about 100 million people and plays a major role in European politics, history, philosophy, and culture. German majors are better equipped to understand European history, have a deeper appreciation of philosophical and cultural developments and have an open awareness of modern German-speaking people’s worldviews. German majors are encouraged to study abroad in order to enhance language skills and position themselves to fully appreciate views of the world from a German-speaking perspective.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in German language, culture and literature. … you want to understand the development of the German language and its relationship to other Germanic languages and to the Romance and Slavic languages. … you have an appreciation for cultural differences.




Reading for content and structure Interpreting data and evaluating evidence

Adaptability Non-judgmental observation Acute listening Needs assessment

Ability to speak to groups Ability to explain difficult and complex concepts simply and clearly Clean writing and oration



Working with subjects to collect research Access to original sources

Precise editing skills Project development and follow through

Comparison of translations and originals Keeping organized data


Working on a collaborative team to brainstorm and solve problems

Cross-cultural knowledge and needs assessment Attention to and understanding of cultural diversity

Translation skills Understanding language and dialectic changes over time and location

German Career Brainstorm: Museum Acquisitions Coordinator Real Estate Associate Software Client Manager Telecommunications Customer Service Editor German Teacher Research Specialist Communications Sales Administrator Teacher Newspaper Writer Criminal Investigator Librarian Peace Corps Museum Curator Publisher Translator Interpreter Advertising Assistant Linguist International Conference Planner Travel Writer

Customs Inspector Embassy Personnel Foreign Exchange Clerk Immigration Inspector Foreign Credit Manager Hotel Manager Tour Guide Travel Agent Bank Teller Computer Programmer International Lawyer Professor English as a second language Teacher Social Worker International Flight Attendant Missionary FBI Agent Filmmaker Archivist Foreign Correspondent Lawyer

Experiences at UVM: The German Department participates in Junior Year Abroad Programs with the University of Salzburg and the University of Augsburg. Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html The German House is a residential living experience aimed at allowing German majors to use German language outside of the classroom and reinforce language learning. With films, discussions, lecturers, and cultural and social activities, the German House is a great place for majors to connect with one another and retain fluency. German majors have the opportunity to work with faculty on research and to provide tutoring and translation services within the Burlington community through internship programs.

For more information about German at UVM:

Department of German and Russian 414-422A Waterman Building

85 South Prospect Street Burlington, Vermont 05405-0160

Tel: (802) 656-3430 Fax: (802) 656-8028

http://www.uvm.edu/~grdept/



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History

The Major: History majors at UVM benefit from a large department designed to strengthen analytical and communication skills through intense writing and reading courses. Majors are expected to develop a broad understanding of the world and fulfill requirements in three areas of study: the Americas, Europe, and the non-Western world. In addition, the Department is closely aligned with related programs, like ALANA US and Ethnic Studies, Area and International Studies, the foreign languages, and Women’s and Gender Studies. Majors are taught in an atmosphere of give-and-take between students and instructors who develop close working relationships.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in continuity and change in culture, community, and self. … you want to better understand the contemporary world, including human strengths and limitations. ... you have a passion for history and want to use its study to better comprehend the human condition.




Seeing relationships between and patterns in historic information

Adaptability Understanding the necessity of deadlines and the importance of details

Explaining ideas orally and in writing Comparing research, examining and explaining pertinent information



Examining evidence and data to develop theories about cause and effect Interviewing skills

Developing and implementing projects Making decisions

Interpreting ideas and information Organizing and compiling materials


Working collaboratively on a team to analyze societal problems and their impact

Understanding the world from different viewpoints Interpreting the same event through different lenses

Explaining current events through reference to the past Understanding how societies adapt to change

History Career Brainstorm: Actor Insurance Adjuster Government Aide Marketing Project Manager Trading Firm Director Attorney Desktop Publisher Director of Health Services Environmental and Agricultural Budgeting University Event Coordinator Magazine Editor Freelance Photographer Teacher Professor Trader Art Gallery Director Lecturer Historic Preservationist Economist Criminologist Tour Guide International Relations Urban Planner Sociologist

Freelance Writer Graphic Designer Historic Interpreter Legislative Correspondent Librarian Bank Loan Officer Plumbing and Heating Contractor Non-Profit Coordinator Publicist Financial Planner Insurance Underwriter Snowboard Instructor Social Studies Teacher Historian Lobbyist Archivist Biographer FBI Agent Genealogist Government Official Paralegal Lawyer Political Scientist Public Opinion Pollster

Experiences at UVM: The History Forum is a student-run club which promotes the study and discussion of history at UVM. The History Forum sponsors the Emerson Lectures, bringing visiting historians or public intellectuals to campus, and the Student Research Symposium, honoring UVM student scholarship. Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html

For more information about History at UVM:

History Department Wheeler House

133 South Prospect Street Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3180

http://www.uvm.edu/~history/



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Italian

The Major: Italian majors at UVM learn about Italian history, culture and literature in addition to the Italian language. Instruction in Italian and development of Italian reading, writing, and speaking skills allows majors to be better communicators in English. Majors enhance their Italian language skills in small classroom settings where a community spirit encourages group work and individual attention. The Italian department is committed to the development and personal growth of Italian majors both within and outside the classroom through formal and informal activities. All professors have “native or near-native ability” in Italian and have had extensive experience living and working in Italy.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in learning more about the rich cultural heritage associated with things Italian. … you want to experience and understand the ideas and culture of Italian-speaking people through Italian-language radio, television, film, web-based, and print media. … you desire fluency in Italian.
















Italian Career Brainstorm: Museum Acquisitions Coordinator Real Estate Associate Software Client Manager Telecommunications Customer Service Editor Italian Teacher Research Specialist Communications Sales Administrator Teacher Newspaper Writer Criminal Investigator Librarian Peace Corps Museum Curator Publisher Translator Interpreter Advertising Assistant Linguist International Conference Planner Travel Writer

Customs Inspector Embassy Personnel Foreign Exchange Clerk Immigration Inspector Foreign Credit Manager Hotel Manager Tour Guide Travel Agent Bank Teller Computer Programmer International Lawyer Professor English as a Second Language Teacher Social Worker International Flight Attendant Missionary FBI Agent Filmmaker Archivist Foreign Correspondent Lawyer

Experiences at UVM: Tavola Italiana is an Italian conversation group where majors can practice their speaking skills and connect with other Italian-speaking students and staff. The Casa Italiana provides majors with a residential living experience where they can embrace different aspects of Italian culture and maintain language fluency. The Italian house sponsors weekly activities highlighting Italian artists from ancient Rome through the present. Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html

For more information about Italian at UVM: Department of Romance Languages

85 S. Prospect St. 517 Waterman Building Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3196 Fax: (802) 656-5773




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Mathematics and Statistics

The Major: UVM offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics and Statistics through the College of Arts and Sciences. Majors can concentrate in mathematics or statistics while pursuing a broad liberal arts education. The Mathematics and Statistics program seeks to blend a strong grounding in theory with development of computer skills and real world applications. The department is composed of first-rate professionals who teach at all levels, developing personal and professional relationships with majors.

You might like this major if… … you want to pursue innovative solutions to complex problems. … you are interested in organizing, interpreting, and analyzing numerical, symbolic, and graphical information. … you want to develop the ability to analyze problems in the abstract in order to apply the answers to various fields.




Using logic to analyze and interpret data in order to solve complex problems

Efficiency Attention to details and adherence to deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing



Ability to process numerical information Proficiency with computer technologies

Ability to visualize geometric and linear problems Develop experiments and tests to prove conclusions

Organization of ideas and materials Familiarity with theoretical models and their application


Working in groups to solve problems

Deductive reasoning skills Advanced quantitative skills Symbolic representation and interpretation

Mathematics and Statistics Career Brainstorm: Account Representative Associate Software Engineer Attorney Military Captain Information Computer Consultant Data Systems Control Analyst Software Engineer Biomedical Engineer Investment Analyst Financial Planner Actuary Ecologist Operations Analyst Product Developer Quality Control Analyst Accountant Astronomer Credit Manager Cost Estimator Cryptographer Algorithm Designer Bookkeeper Epidemiological Statistician Environmental Scientist Media Specialist Pharmaceutical Engineer

Marketing Administrator Production Planning Engineer Software Developer Defense Software Validator International Consultant Biomathematician Computer Programmer Data Processor Data Base Manager Numerical Analyst Teacher Professor Statistician Writer Grant Proposal Writer Meteorologist Engineer Physicist Risk Analyst Robotics Programmer Aircraft Designer Architect Game Designer Lawyer Investigator Pilot

Experiences at UVM: The UVM Math Club seeks to promote the study of mathematical sciences at UVM and provide opportunities for students interested in mathematics to meet periodically for professional and social meetings.

For more information about Mathematics and Statistics at UVM: Department of Mathematics and Statistics

16 Colchester Ave. Burlington, VT 05401 Tel: (802) 656-2940 Fax: (802) 656-2552

http://www.cems.uvm.edu/math/



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Music

The Major: Music has been a component of campus life at UVM since the founding of the University. The Music Department offers three degree programs including a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. Each program offers music majors development of skills needed to study, teach, and perform different types of music. Majors use musical history to develop the future of music in conjunction with a dedicated and knowledgeable faculty. The Department of Music offers many performance spaces for majors to gain practical experience in, while receiving personal attention from fellow artists and faculty members. Prospective music majors audition and interview before beginning their studies.

You might like this major if… … you want to discover why different civilizations have valued music as an integral form of art. … you are fascinated by various types of music across cultures and time periods and are interested to follow the evolution of music into the future. … you want to perform in the social art of music.




Understanding of how culture influences and can be interpreted through music Ability to define and solve problems

Perseverance Flexibility and self determination Good observational skills

Ability to convey ideas and emotions through music Acute reading, writing, and editing skills



Gather information about musical history and technology

Knowledge of what makes effective music and how to push boundaries

Organization of materials and equipment


Ability to work in a group in order to captivate an audience

Understanding of the different sounds of music from various cultures and its significance in context

Singing and instrumental talent Ability to use various sound equipment to produce desired results Ability to read and write music

Music Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Executive Art Director Band Director Conductor US Military Band Member Chair of Music Department Counsel for Domestic Anti-Piracy Marketing Manager Musician Private Music Teacher Voice Coach Choir Member Copywriter Cruise Director Consultant Music Publishing Specialist Pickup Musician Booking Agent Professor Publicist

Teacher Film Music Editor Music Therapist Acoustic Monitor Church Music Director Community Development Specialist Editor Music Store Manager Journalist Instrument Service and Repair Music Software Programmer Music Attorney Disc Jockey Composer Tour Manager Recreation Director Librarian Music Critic Studio Musician Music Promoter

Experiences at UVM: All music students perform together regularly throughout the year in Concert Bands, Jazz Bands, Orchestra and Choirs. Majors are encouraged to learn by doing, through performance and internships in the area. UVM offers a variety of large and small performance spaces for majors to hone their stage skills. Performing instruments include Steinway and Yamaha concert grand pianos, a Fisk organ, a complete battery of percussion instruments, and a French double harpsichord by Tourin. Teaching and practice instruments include pianos by Steinway, Yamaha and Boston, and organs by Brombaugh.

For more information about Music at UVM:

Department of Music Redstone Campus


http://www.uvm.edu/~music/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Philosophy The Major: The Philosophy Department at UVM offers instruction in ethics, social and political philosophy, philosophy of the mind, metaphysics, theory of knowledge, philosophy of science, philosophy of religion, continental philosophy, and feminist thought. The Department has no graduate program, so faculty is dedicated exclusively to serious scholarly work and undergraduate instruction. With faculty who are active contributors to their field, but not required to devote time to instructing graduate students, majors at UVM get the best of both worlds. With one-on-one discussions about class themes and to provide feedback on assignments, students develop close ties to the faculty both within and outside the classroom. Philosophy education provides majors with skills beyond the understanding of philosophical concepts that will prepare them for whatever they pursue upon graduation.

You might like this major if… … you have an interest in pursuing, exploring, and explaining intangible ideas. … you are dedicated to using reason in situations that are often dictated by emotions. … you want to deepen your sense of the meaning and variety of human experience, enhancing self-knowledge and foresight.




Observe and analyze in order to solve problems through logical reasoning Deductive reasoning Curiosity

Conflict resolution and mediation experience Ability to make decisions based on analysis of facts

Listen attentively in order to interpret core meanings from complex information sets Clear concise articulation of points of view



Ability to complete interviews Ability to develop theoretical models and implement them on data collected and observed

Knowledge of what questions are important to ask and answer Knowledge of what makes a good and bad argument

Organize information, ideas, and concepts Ability to extract pertinent details from the mundane


Experience in debate and dialogue Skills in persuading others Ability to work in a group to solve problems

Ability to identify values based on evidence Experimentation with different points of view in order to fully understand the impact of an issue

Skill at completing close reading of texts and articles Familiarity with the Socratic method Understanding of logical equations

Philosophy Career Brainstorm: Attorney Management Consultant Benefits Specialist Software CEO Legislative Press Consultant Freelance Writer Hotel Sales Manager Musician Manufacturing Production Planner Public Defender Non-Profit Agency Researcher Revenue Accountant Teacher US Peace Corps Retail Product Manager Advertising Copywriter Archivist FBI Agent Insurance Agent Press Secretary Writer Lawyer Counselor Arts Consultant Critic News Writer

Research Analyst Editor Librarian Public Relation Specialist Publisher Film Producer Real Estate Manager Underwriter Industrial Relations Representative Computer Programmer Public Policy Analyst Foreign Service Agent Intelligence Officer Community Developer Philanthropic Organizer Teacher Higher Education Administrator Legal Assistant Lobbyist Sales Manager Professor Social Worker Researcher Author Diplomat Financial Consultant

Experiences at UVM: Philosophy majors are encouraged to complete independent study with a member of the Department, culminating in an honors thesis and defense. The Department sponsors a number of lectures and colloquia each year, bringing lecturers and philosophers to campus for discussions on various topics.

For more information about Philosophy at UVM:

Philosophy Department 70 South Williams Street


http://www.uvm.edu/~phildept/



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Physics

The Major:

The Department of Physics offers both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science degree program. The B.S. has four options: Pure Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering: Signals and Systems, and Electrical Engineering: Circuits and Devices. Majors are offered easy communication with a faculty whose research interests are diverse and varied. Through grants from the National Science Foundation, UVM offers majors access to research-grade experiments in low-temperature physics, X-ray diffraction, and Acoustics and Ultrasound. Majors work in small laboratory groups under the direction of faculty in a sequence of advanced laboratories.

You might like this major if… … you have an interest in learning about our physical environment. … you want to systematically reduce problems to their simplest components and disentangle cause from effect. … you are interest in designing projects, and working with electronic, optical, and computational equipment.




See relationships between different factors and draw logical conclusions from information observed Define problems and develop research models

Precision and attention to detail Generating ideas and experimental projects Adaptability

Ability to explain and inform through technical reports and verbal presentations



Gather and interpret information and data from experiments Use mathematical formulas for precise calculations

Establish experimental designs and develop equipment to measure relationships and data Develop and test theories

Maintain and organize data and materials Review and summarize literature in order to better understand problems


Ability to work in groups in order to develop and test hypotheses Provide clear instructions

Gathering and analyzing data to make assessments

Solving complex quantitative problems Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and optical equipment

Physics Career Brainstorm: Financial Analyst Manufacturing Manager Researcher Teacher Laboratory Technician Nuclear Physicist Geophysicist Acoustics Physicist Hydrologist Astronomer Lawyer Physicist Industrial Hygienist Cardiac Imaging Researcher Chemical Physicist Technical Illustrator Astrophysics Surveyor Aeronautical Engineer Congressional Researcher Laser Technician

Computer Specialist Engineer Satellite Data Analyst Seismologist Meteorologist Writer Systems Analyst Scientific Photographer Quality Control Manager Forensic Scientist Automotive Engineer Air Traffic Controller Environmental Health Specialist Optometrist Oceanographer Mathematician Physician Biophysicist Biomedical Technician Sales Representative Science Journalist

Experiences at UVM: The Physics Department brings various scholars to campus throughout the year for colloquia to discuss their research and articles with UVM faculty and students. The Physics Department offers opportunities in research and internships to qualified students. Sigma Pi Sigma is the national physics honor society recognizing outstanding service and scholarship in physics and encouraging students to outstanding contributions to the field of physics. UVM Society of Physics Students (UVM SPS) is an organization designed to bring students interested in Physics at UVM together in order to socialize and contribute to the professional community. A chapter of the national Society for Physics Students, UVM SPS helps majors, and others interested in physics, develop personal and professional networks and present scholarly work.

For more information about Physics at UVM:

Department of Physics Room 402 Cook Physical Sciences Burlington, Vermont 05405-0125

Tel: (802) 656-2644 Fax: (802) 656-0817

http://www.uvm.edu/~physics/



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Political Science

The Major: Political Science majors discuss fundamental questions about liberty and equality both domestically and internationally. Majors learn to compare how politics works across the globe and how different governments interact and relate to one another. With nationally recognized faculty, UVM’s program is strong in the areas of American political institutions, political philosophy, international politics, and comparative politics. The Department encourages an active faculty-student exchange both within and outside the classroom by arranging topical discussions throughout the year.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in the structure and functioning of governmental organizations. … you want to study contemporary issues, people and their behavior, and the law. … you want to discuss the issues that effect us all – the environment, health care, and the role of the media, while studying presidential elections, politics in Vermont, Congress, and the Supreme Court.




Analytical thinking skills Ability to make informed decisions and solve complicated problems

Attention to details and adherence to deadlines Ability to work under pressure

Clear and concise written and oral communication Public speaking skills Persuasive writing and speaking



Effective interviewing skills Collecting and compiling data from observation and research Survey research methods

Planning and implementation of programs Putting theories into motion Marketing skills

Isolating the specific from the general Maintaining and organizing information and records


Ability to explain complex ideas and concepts Collaborative problem solving Interaction with diverse populations

Evaluating issues and events Understanding concepts and realities from multiple points of view Knowledge of community needs

Ability to extract pertinent information from complex and cumbersome laws and case histories

Political Science Career Brainstorm: US Military Captain Chief of Staff Newspaper Editor Clinical Health Counselor Non-Profit Community Director Securities Compliance Officer Computer Consultant Government Consultant Benefits Specialist Domestic Anti-Piracy Counsel Marketing Creative Services Manager Credit Manager Criminal Investigator Designer Director of Multicultural Affairs Publisher Environmental Engineer Lobbyist Grant Coordinator Federal Marshal Real Estate Acquisitions Telecommunications Financial Manager Freelance Writer Teacher Government Relations Manager Hotel Sales Manager Insurance Attorney Interior Designer Labor Statistician

Account Coordinator Advertising Account Executive Wholesaler Senator’s Aide Architect City Solicitor Museum Marketing Director Assistant District Attorney Attorney Law Clerk Legislator Litigation Attorney Bank Loan Officer Public Relations Manager Media Relations Probation/Parole Officer Television/Radio Producer Publishing Agency Manager State Trooper FBI/CIA Agent Foreign Correspondent Campaign Worker Diplomat International Trade Specialist Judge Political Consultant Regional Planner Archivist Professor

Experiences at UVM: The Department of Political Science offers pre-law advising to all majors. Students interested in a legal career can gain guidance on course selection, developing faculty mentoring relationships, and exploring alternatives to law school. The Department participates in the University of Sussex Exchange Program. Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html

For more information about Political Science at UVM:

Department of Political Science 532 Old Mill


Tel: (802) 656-3050 Fax: (802) 656-0758

http://www.uvm.edu/~polisci/



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Psychology

The Major: The Department of Psychology offers both a Bachelor of Arts degree program and a Bachelor of Science degree program to psychology undergraduates. Psychology is the science of the physiological, social, and cognitive processes that underlie behavior. Majors are provided with the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the science or practice of psychology. Faculty teaching and research interests are grouped around three basic categories: biobehavioral psychology, clinical psychology, and developmental/social psychology. Majors enjoy a large department with 24 full-time faculty members and over 26 visiting, clinical, or adjunct faculty members without compromising a departmental culture that welcomes student involvement in all its activities. Psychology majors often conduct research with faculty or their graduate students in areas that interest and engage them.

You might like this major if… … you are interested in the biological foundations of behavior and have a desire to increase general well-being and improve quality of life. … you want to understand internal conditions systematically. … you are curious about why people and other organisms act the way they do.




Use of logic to solve problems and make decisions Ability to frame the central question and focus on the essential information

Concern for the well-being of others Troubleshooting skills Understanding of group dynamics Ability to mediate conflict

Ability to write and speak clearly and precisely Active listener Persuading others



Interviewing experience Comparing and evaluating theories and techniques Relating theories to data collected

Developing theories and clarifying objectives Defining problem areas Designing new solutions to old problems

Ability to observe, analyze and interpret information Organizational skills Information gathering techniques


Working in groups to solve problems Empathy

Sensitivity to diverse points of view Adherence to ethical guidelines and practices

Knowledge of human development and behavior Analyzing behavior in order to understand individual difference

Psychology Career Brainstorm: Account Administrator Family Therapist Violence Project Manager Guidance Counselor Human Resources Sales Representative Crisis Center Operator Market Analyst Advertising Account Executive Medical Assistant Speech/Language Pathologist Teacher Actress College Administrator Admissions Counselor Magazine Advertising Assistant College Fund Director Art Teacher Mental Health Center Case Manager Non-Profit Counselor Filmmaker Editor Rehabilitation Worker Psychotherapist Criminologist Occupational Therapist Technical Writer Developmental Psychologist Psychiatrist

Catering Assistant Musician Paralegal Police Officer Certified Nurses’ Assistant Environmental Consultant Family Specialist Child Protection Caseworker Social Worker Financial Counselor Public Relations Specialist Publicist Research Coordinator Real Estate Sales School Psychologist Program Coordinator Clinical Research Assistant Mental Health Professional Urology Surgical Coordinator Clinical Social Worker US Peace Corps Volunteer Youth Counselor Personnel Administrator Interviewer Market Research Analyst Cognitive Psychologist Intelligence Specialist Mediator Career Counselor Sociologist

Experiences at UVM: Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, aimed at encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. The Cox McNeil Speaker Series brings distinguished scholars to UVM to present lectures and meet with students. Funded by a generous gift from Jennifer Cox McNeil and Robert McNeil, the series focuses on topics within Prevention and Community Psychology.

For more information about Psychology at UVM:

Psychology Dept Room 246 John Dewey Hall

2 Colchester Avenue Burlington VT 05405-0134

Tel: (802) 656-2670 Fax: (802) 656-8783

http://www.uvm.edu/~psych/



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Religion

The Major: Religion is a subject that spans the globe and all of human history. Religion majors at UVM enjoy freedom from any institutional religious connection, allowing for dispassionate inquiry without a particular religious or anti-religious bias. Majors examine the ways religion has been explained and the diverse forms of ritual, myth, and community shaped by religion throughout history and across cultures. Majors find that the study of religion at UVM prepares them for the multicultural realities of the world, while providing close faculty-student relationships which extend past graduation.

You might like this major if… … you want to study the shapes of religion from archaic to contemporary cultures across the globe. … you are interested in the differences and commonalities among religious cultures and how patterns reflect human behavior and thinking. … you are interested in exploring the cultural function of religion.




Logical thinking Using deductive reasoning to explore and explain intangible ideas Curiosity

Open-mindedness Sensitivity to people and problems

Clear oral and written communication Debate preparation Ability to articulate positions concisely Editing skills



Ability to recognize and interpret patterns and observed similarities

Developing theories and arguments Generating ideas

Close, extensive reading of texts and articles Organization of ideas and materials


Working in groups to solve problems Listening critically to other people Interpreting and explaining different viewpoints

Understanding of other cultures and beliefs Sensitivity to different points of view Evaluating religious differences

Understanding the present through reflection and investigation of the past Understanding of religious values and norms across cultures

Religion Career Brainstorm: Medical Center Administrator Higher Education Administrator Attorney Environmental Consultant Editor Registered Nurse Social Worker Teacher US Peace Corps Volunteer Youth Minister Lobbyist Pastor Author Customer Service Representative Business Administrator Campus Minister Chaplain Guidance Counselor Hospital Administrator Columnist Rabbi Insurance Underwriter Religious Researcher Professor

Publisher Financial Consultant Guitarist Librarian Newspaper Photojournalist Physician Software Production Consultant Lawyer Archival Work Museum Curator Ministry Foreign Service Community Development Public Relations Diplomat Missionary Nursing Home Director Priest Fund-raiser Camp Director Seminary Administrator Systems Analyst Director of Religious Education Editorial Assistant

Experiences at UVM: The Religion Department sponsors regular extracurricular events, including an annual departmental picnic, bringing faculty and students together outside the classroom. The Department encourages students to pursue independent research projects under the direction of a faculty mentor.

For more information about Religion at UVM:

Department of Religion 481 Main Street


http://www.uvm.edu/~religion/



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Russian

The Major: The Department of German and Russian focuses on providing excellent instruction in their language, culture, and literary classes. Russian majors begin by mastering the language, which leads to a deeper understanding of European history, an appreciation of philosophical and cultural developments, and an awareness of the world view of the more than 130 million Russian-speaking people around the world. In addition to language study, majors also encounter the literature, culture, folklore, and history of Russian-speaking people. Courses given by the Russian staff are also supplemented by the rich offerings of the Russian and East European Area Studies Program and majors are encouraged to spend time studying abroad.

You might like this major if… … you want to learn about Russian languages’ various uses in the past two centuries. … you have an appreciation for and interest in understanding cultural differences. … you want to become fluent in Russian language, history, and folklore while increasing your competency in the usage of the English language.
















Russian Career Brainstorm: Museum Acquisitions Coordinator Real Estate Associate Software Client Manager Telecommunications Customer Service Editor Teacher Research Specialist Sales Administrator Newspaper Writer English as a Second Language Teacher Foreign News Correspondent International Student Advisor Human Resources Proofreader Interpreter Police Officer Public Health Administrator Social Worker Professor Travel Agent Translation Services

CIA/FBI Agent Customs/Immigration Officer Court Interpreter Archivist Consultant Copy Editor Cultural Officer Customer Service Representative Guide Foreign Film Dubber Flight Attendant Russian Language Tutor International Banker Library Technician Missionary International Trade Specialist Tour Organizer Lobbyist Grant Writer Customs Inspector Embassy Personnel

Experiences at UVM: Many Russian majors participate in Junior Year Abroad programs in St. Petersburg or Moscow. Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html The Russian House allows majors to acquire a broad overview of Russian cultural, social, political, and historical topics through presentations, local music and cultural events, and Russian conversation hours. Residence in the Russian House gives majors the best opportunity to take advantage of cultural, linguistic, and educational activities planned throughout the academic year.

For more information about Russian at UVM:

Department of German and Russian 414-422A Waterman Building

85 South Prospect Street Burlington, Vermont 05405-0160

Tel: (802) 656-3430 Fax: (802) 656-8028

http://www.uvm.edu/~grdept/



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Sociology

The Major: The study of Sociology prepares students with the tools to understand the world around them, paying special attention to the shaping effects of social factors. Sociology majors are exposed to a variety of topics within the discipline such as: crime, deviance, gender, the environment, the social organization of the family, race relations, health care, and death and dying. The Department incorporates a service learning seminar where majors can conduct research projects organized around internships in the community. With emphasis on analytical thinking and access to individual professors, sociology majors are prepared for a variety of future endeavors.

You might like this major if… … you are curious about how people interact with each other and form relationships. … you want to understand social problems and contribute to their solution. … you want to study, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the structure of society and the activities of its individual members.




Using logic to solve problems and make decisions Ability to identify similarities and patterns by comparing data

Sensitivity to people and their problems Ability to accurately represent the needs of others Attention to details and ability to work well under stress

Explaining things clearly both orally and in writing Technical reporting



Knowledge of survey research methods Understanding of both qualitative and quantitative methodology Conducting interviews

Planning research projects and designing theories Generating ideas

Organizing materials and data Gathering and analyzing information


Understanding of various human relationships Knowledge of group dynamics

Ability to understand different points of view Ability to understand human relations Interaction with diverse cultures

Conflict resolution Knowledge of social structures and how they impact individuals Understanding of social change

Sociology Career Brainstorm: Communications Account Coordinator Accountant College Administrator Technology Analyst Law Firm Account Executive Assisted Living Facility Director Magazine Art Director Client Service Administrator Medical Supplier Paralegal Police Officer Teacher Television Producer Community Center Director Recruiter Research Analyst Computer Company Sales Executive School Social Worker Librarian Ski Instructor Editor Wilderness Medicine Instructor Secret Service Agent Public Health Educator Recreation Director

Consultant Deputy Sheriff Director of Marketing and Communications Director of Student Activities Freelance IT Consultant Head of Marketing Human Resource Manager Information Systems Support Engineer Child Development Center Instructor Interior Designer Internal Wholesaler Resort Real Estate Manager Massage Therapist Medical Assistant Adoption Agent Parole/Probation Officer Aging Specialist Foster Care Worker Alcohol and Drug Case Worker Congressional Aid Reporter Insurance Agent Labor Relations Representative Social Movements Organizer City Planner

Experiences at UVM: The Sociology Club is a mentor program which enables upper-class sociology majors to offer advice to a group of first-year and sophomore majors. Sociology students can devise projects like film festivals, guest speakers, social events, or charity work while developing relationships with fellow majors. Sociology majors can consider becoming Teaching Assistants for faculty members. TAs conduct weekly discussion groups and assist faculty with grading responsibilities while earning Sociology credits. Alpha Kappa Delta is the national sociology honor society. Outstanding junior and seniors are invited to join AKD and are initiated at the end of each academic year.

For more information about Sociology at UVM: Department of Sociology

The Benedict House 31 South Prospect Street

Burlington, Vermont 05405-0176 Tel: (802) 656-3236 Fax: (802) 656-2131

http://www.uvm.edu/~soceval/



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Spanish

The Major: The Spanish major, in the Department of Romance Languages, prepares students for the diverse needs and interests in Hispanic countries and cultures through up-to-date training in Spanish language, literature, and culture. All indicators suggest that Spanish-speaking peoples and cultures are becoming more important than ever to all aspects of life in this country. Relationships with Spanish-speaking countries are increasing and travel, both personal and professional, is bringing cultures closer together. UVM Spanish professors have experience living and working in Hispanic/Latino/a cultures and specialize in diverse aspects of Spanish language, literature, and culture. Spanish majors benefit from small-class learning environments which stimulate the development of foreign language skills.

You might like this major if… … you want to become fluent in Spanish while increasing your competency in the usage of the English language. … you want to investigate the contemporary influences of Spanish-speaking peoples in the US and across the globe. … you have a desire to understand Spanish language, literature, and culture throughout history and around the world.




Understanding and articulating the differences among Spanish-speaking people Perception of word patterns and structures

Determining the needs of others Listening carefully to assess the situation

Development of reading, writing and speaking skills in Spanish Enhanced ability to communicate in English Translating ideas and language



Study abroad opportunities in different parts of the Spanish-speaking world

Project development and follow though Attention to detail

Reading for content and structure Organizing information Comparing translations


Opportunities for small-group work and individual attention providing practice in communicative skills in Spanish Attention to tone and attitude

Weighing values Clarifying the thoughts and ideas of others Developing cultural appreciation

Translation skills Spanish language proficiency Understanding historic language change

Spanish Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Executive Telecommunication Account Manager English Language Center Museum Marketing Director Personnel Services Catering Manager Training Consultant Decorator Electrical Contractor English Teacher Spanish Teacher English as a Second Language Teacher Federal Inspector Marketing Assistant Musician Television Producer Research Technician Medical Resident Speech/Language Pathologist Tour Organizer Drug Enforcement Agent Translator Public Health Administrator Professor

Linguist Foreign Diplomat Archivist FBI Agent Journalist Foreign Correspondent Multi-Linguist Port Receptionist National Security Agent Negotiator Foreign Social Worker Fund-Raiser Human Resources Director Bilingual Educator Travel Agent Importer/Exporter Court Interpreter International Banking Officer Pharmaceutical Representative International Conference Planner Customs/Immigration Officer Politician Proofreader Reporter Scientific Linguist

Experiences at UVM: Through the Office of International Education, UVM students have the opportunity to Study Abroad in more than 80 countries on six continents. http://www.uvm.edu/~oies/studyabroad.html La Casa Hispánica is designed for Spanish majors who have studied abroad and are interested in reinforcing their knowledge of Hispanic language and cultures. Program members participate in various events focused on Hispanic themes including dinners, lectures, and films. Members are able to enhance their speaking skills while living in a supportive environment. Tertulia is an informal hour of Spanish conversation where majors can meet new people and practice Spanish language skills.

For more information about Spanish at UVM:

Department of Romance Languages 85 S. Prospect St.

517 Waterman Building Burlington, VT 05405 Tel: (802) 656-3196 Fax: (802) 656-5773




Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Theatre The Major: The Department of Theatre allows its students to focus on a particular area of theatre: Design and Technology, History and Criticism, or Performance; but majors are also required to discover the other areas of theatre, whose success is so crucial to their own. Actors must understand designers; designers must have a concept of historical perspective; and critics should know how to act. The Theatre Department views art as a process and a product, both of which are of value. Majors learn a great deal about humanity through theatre, while also broadening their understanding of themselves personally. Students work side by side with faculty and staff, involving themselves in as many performances and productions as they choose.

You might like this major if… … you want to try to understand the infinite complexity and variety of humankind. … you enjoy acting, putting yourself in another person’s shoes and experiencing life from a perspective that may not be your own. … you are interested in studying theatre in a familial atmosphere without the competition that comes along with a graduate program.




Ability to break complex ideas into simpler components Creative problem solving Good interpretive skills

Attention to detail Ability to function well under pressure Good time management skills Flexibility and adaptability

Public speaking skills Clear and clean oral and written communication Gives clear directions



Character and time period research Ability to research a part in order to gain motivation and perspective

Ability to produce imaginative and creative work Plan events and generate new ideas

Memorization skills Organize ideas and materials Able to manage a complicated production


Experience working in groups to complete a project Ability to collaborate

Appreciation of aesthetics Knowledge of human emotion Able to change perspective

Ability to convey thoughts, ideas, and emotions through movement and speech

Theatre Career Brainstorm: Advertising Account Executive Actress Ad Traffic Coordinator Art Director Museum Curator Magician Communications Marketing Manager Drama Coach Announcer Research Assistant Sales Representative Teacher Theatrical Electrician Public Relations Actor Communication Technology Specialist Lobbyist Sales Representative Scene Painter Sound Designer Script Coach Stunt Person Tour Guide Special Events Coordinator Writer Talent Scout Tourism Director

Acting Coach Mediator Critic Director Model Marketing Specialist Mime Costumer Agent Paralegal Negotiator Amusement Park Entertainer Animal-Talent Coordinator Health Educator Lighting Designer Casting Director Broadcast Journalist Prop Manager Impersonator Puppeteer Student Affairs Specialist Ticket Sales Coordinator Stunt Coordinator Theater Manager Set Designer Editor Stand-In

Experiences at UVM: UVM Theatre Productions allow students to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of theatre production. From costuming to directing, acting to stage management, students and faculty produce three main shows each year, as well as a festival of one acts and a children’s Christmas show. Royall Tyler Theatre is UVM’s premier performance spot, containing a 295-seat auditorium that can be adapted to thrust, arena and proscenium staging; dressing rooms; a green room; scenery and costume shops; stage areas; classrooms; faculty offices; a box office; marketing and business offices; and an airy foyer often used for visual art and costume displays. The Lawrence Debate Union enters competitive debating contests throughout the world and regularly finishes in the top ten among American Colleges and Universities. Students improve their mental abilities and their communication skills through competitive debate.

For more information about Theatre at UVM: Department of Theatre

Royall Tyler Theatre 116 University Place

Burlington, VT 05405-0102 Tel: (802) 656-2095 Fax: (802) 656-0349

http://www.uvm.edu/theatre/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Women’s and Gender Studies

The Major: The Women’s and Gender Studies Program seeks to foster the interdisciplinary study of women and gender; to explain how gender inequalities are created and sustained; to explore the intersections of gender with questions of class, race and ethnicity, (dis)ability, age, sexuality, and nationality; and to promote student’s understanding of complex gender issues that shape their experiences of themselves, others, and the world. Women’s and Gender Studies courses take a feminist perspective in exploring issues in the personal lives of women and men; in cultures, both past and present; in social and religious institutions; and in policy making. As an interdisciplinary program, Women's and Gender Studies draws together faculty and courses from more than a dozen departments. Classes are organized to allow the fullest possible participation of students. The program encourages shared activism and intellectual community among professors and students. Professors participate in the program on a volunteer basis, and are therefore exceptionally concerned about the students' learning and about the subject matter they are teaching.

You might like this major if… … you want to understand how cultural institutions such as government, law, school, church, business and science operate through power hierarchies based on sex, race, social class, sexuality and other kinds of difference. … you are interested in actively responding to current conditions in the academy and the community. … you would like to investigate the significance of gender in every aspect of life.




Evaluating issues, problems, and events Ability to critique existing norms Analyzing patterns and structures

Listening to the ideas and thoughts of others Sensitivity to people and problems

Ability to speak to groups Writing clearly and persuasively Using creative means to broadcast information



Conducting interviews Observing people Gathering data

Developing new agendas for old problems Designing research initiatives and projects

Organizing ideas and materials Testing theories and ideas against information gathered


Exploring ideas and themes in group discussions Working on a team to get a job done

Awareness of gender, race, and other differences Understanding and interpreting global cultures

Analyzing cultural events and texts with attention to the role that gender plays

Women’s and Gender Studies Career Brainstorm: Public Opinion Analyst Editor Journalist Census Worker Peace Corps Volunteer Women’s Health Advocate Social Worker Admissions Counselor Biographer Career Counselor Hospital Administrator Planned Parenthood Counselor Psychologist Financial Planner Lawyer Child Welfare Worker Human Resources Public Relations Specialist Director of Grants Police Officer Residence Hall Director

Sales Representative Market Research Analyst Technical Adviser Youth Counselor Consultant Arts Council Director Volunteer Services Coordinator Health Care Practitioner Librarian Teacher School Administrator Consumer Advocate Investment Coordinator Civil Rights Commissioner Probation/Parole Officer Real Estate Coordinator Research Assistant Case Manager Accountant Psychiatric Emergency Worker Crisis Line Operator

Experiences at UVM: The Living Learning Center has Residential Programs suited for Women’s and Gender Studies majors. http://www.uvm.edu/llcenter/programs/ The Student Conference on Race and Gender is an annual conference coordinated by the ALANA U.S. Ethnic Studies Program and the Women’s and Gender Studies Program. Student papers focusing on the intersection of race and gender are encouraged and a prize is awarded to the best presentation. The Women's Center values and celebrates the multiplicity of women's lives; recognizes the intersections of gender, race, sexual orientation, economic status, and other significant aspects of individual and cultural identity; accepts responsibility for opposing injustice; and commits itself to service to the University and larger communities

For more information about Women’s and Gender Studies at UVM:

Women’s and Gender Studies

228 Old Mill Burlington, VT 05405-0078

Tel: (802) 656-4282 http://www.uvm.edu/~wmst/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


Zoology

The Major: The Biology Department offers degree programs that lead to either a Bachelor of Arts in Zoology or a Bachelor of Science in Zoology. Majors learn about animal life, from the molecular level to entire ecosystems, through an array of courses, field work, and research. All courses emphasize experiential learning, critical thinking, written expression, and data analysis in order to provide majors with opportunities to learn while actively “doing” science. Zoology students can remain generalists or concentrate in cell and molecular biology, pre-professional biology, ecology and evolutionary biology, forensic biology, or neurobiology. Majors are encouraged to complete research in the lab or field, and with faculty members who maintain active, funded programs students are sure to find an area of interest.

You might like this major if… … you are curious about animals and their behavior. … you are interested in the interactions of organisms with one another and with their environment. ... you want to study zoology at a school with an active research center boasting superb facilities without compromising the benefits of a smaller school with easy access to professors.




Ability to perceive patterns and structures and see the relationships between different factors Drawing conclusions from information

Ability to give and follow directions Diagnosing problems Ability to work effectively under pressure

Ability to write grant proposals Clear and concise written and oral communication Summarizing articles and theories



Gathering and interpreting data Knowledge of scientific equipment

Designing research projects and generating new ideas Developing and testing hypotheses

Organizing and maintaining records and detailed data Ability to keep accurate logs


Ability to work on a team toward a common goal Presenting proposals to a group

Ability to work with diverse populations

Dissecting and examining samples

Zoology Career Brainstorm: Business Systems Analyst Musician US Peace Corps Volunteer Teacher Animal Rescue Shelter Clerk Research Biologist Science Columnist Environmental Educator Industrial Researcher Public Health Inspector Museum Worker Insurance Claims Examiner Nutritionist Population Planner Laboratory Technician Medical Professional Veterinarian Optometrist Professor

Research Technician Army Medical Center Resident Sea Turtle Researcher Forestry Consulting Service Ski Coach Zoological Researcher Medical Illustrator Health Information Specialist Genetic Researcher Forester Zoo Keeper Environmental Impact Specialist Wildlife Refuge Manager Park Ranger Pharmacist Dietitian Physical Therapist Marine Biologist Toxicologist

Experiences at UVM: The HELiX (Hughes Endeavor for Life Science Excellence) program is a support program for undergraduates in the sciences at the University of Vermont. The HELiX office maintains a database of UVM scientists who welcome undergraduate students into their laboratories to conduct research projects under their mentorship. The HELiX office will do the work of contacting the prospective sponsor and setting up appointments for the student to meet with several scientists and discuss her/his research area and what kind of project would be available. http://www.uvm.edu/~helix/ Zadock Thompson Natural History Collection, formerly known as the Perkins Zoological Collection, is housed in Torrey Building and holds a collection of vertebrates and invertebrates. ZEBNet is a network for undergraduate students majoring in Biology, Environmental Science, Integrated Biological Science, and Zoology. Students and faculty plan social and professional events, web-based resources and peer mentoring opportunities throughout the year, aiming to foster a sense of community and guidance for undergraduate majors.

For more information about Zoology at UVM:

Biology Department Marsh Life Science Building

109 Carrigan Drive Burlington, VT 05405-0086

Tel: (802) 656-2922 Fax: (802) 656-2914

http://www.uvm.edu/~biology/



Tel: (802) 656-3450 Fax: (802) 656-0126


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