An Undergraduate major in Africana Studies provides students with an understanding of the historical and cultural experiences of African American & African peoples.   Africana Studies graduates will participate in our society as managers, problem-solvers, decision-makers and citizens with special expertise in the area of ethnic and cultural diversity. As with all liberal arts majors, specific careers might include, but are not limited to, business, human services, law, mass media, government, and education. Whether you are an Africana Studies major or minor, the Africana Studies Program offers courses which prepare you to meet the challenges of a demographically dynamic world and help you to develop those skills which are highly valued in the job market.

The Department of Humanities and American Studies offers or administers two undergraduate programs: the undergraduate Humanities and American Studies Programs. Both are interdisciplinary cultural studies programs and freely draw on the fine arts, popular and folk arts, material culture, philosophy, and social history. .

American Studies is an interdisciplinary program that emphasizes the diversity of American people and institutions. The American Studies major is designed for students who seek to understand the beliefs, culture, and values that have been both a unifying and dividing force throughout American history. Students in the major study significant works that express the American experience through literature, historical accounts, photography, and culture. Core requirements in American history and literature are supplemented with additional course work in art, anthropology, political science, sociology, and other disciplines that examine the social, economic, political, and religious forces and organizations that have shaped American life, past and present

The Humanities Program is an interdisciplinary curriculum that deals with the visual arts, music, literature and the culture from which they emerge. Secondary sources are used sparingly; students are encouraged to make a vigorous, personal response to specific works of art, literature, and music.

Anthropologists work on projects ranging from the study of human ancestors from ancient civilizations, tribal groups living in the Amazon, and modern cities.  The Department of Anthropology is concerned with applying anthropological knowledge, theory, and method to problems of contemporary society. Illustrative areas of activity include human services needs assessment, program planning and evaluation, public archaeology, social and environmental impact assessment, and public policy analysis. Anthropology aims at comprehending people as biological and social beings. It is concerned with all forms of people through time and space. One consequence of this broad-ranging view is the presence within anthropology of four branches:

•        Biological anthropology
•        Archaeology
•        Cultural anthropology
•        Linguistics

A bachelor's degree in anthropology from the University of South Florida signifies that you have a solid liberal arts background with an awareness and understanding of ethnic and cultural differences which is an edge on many careers and jobs in today's globally competitive world.

How can the human body be better prepared to fight against infectious diseases? What are the differences between various viruses, bacteria, protozoan, algae, and fungi?  How is pollution affecting the environment?  How do microorganisms impact/affect nutrient cycles?  A microbiologist attempts to answer questions like these, as well as any questions that deal with matter on a micro scale.  Students that major in biology study the relationship between living organisms and their environment.  Research in biology continues to provide the building blocks necessary to develop solutions to environmental and human health problems.

A modern biology curriculum is built on a foundation of mathematics, chemistry and physics. Strong collaboration with the College of Medicine, as well as, the Chemistry department, and Florida Blood Services permit true interdisciplinary research with outstanding facilities.  In addition to a set of courses in biology, students have the opportunity to receive a thorough preparation in other areas of natural sciences to be competitive for jobs or for further study beyond the baccalaureate. Two specific Bachelor of Science degrees, Biology and Microbiology, are available for students interested in the biological sciences. The B.S. in Biology allows students to concentrate in such areas as Ecology, Cell & Molecular Biology, Physiology, and Marine Biology. The degree is preparatory for careers in such areas as teaching, agriculture, medicine, dentistry, conservation, and biotechnology, or for post-baccalaureate study in the various life sciences. The B.S. in Microbiology provides students with the broad range of courses necessary to qualify for certification by the National Registry of Microbiologists, American Society of Microbiology, and employment in microbiology and related fields.

Almost all substances and processes are affected or controlled by events at the molecular level and are by their very essence dependent upon chemicals and chemical processes. Chemistry is involved in solving some of the most pressing questions involving the functioning of the natural world, such as what is happening to the ozone layer?,  what is the cure for AIDS and Cancer?,  and where will we find new energy resources?

Majors in chemistry are well-prepared to enter a wide range of chemical careers as well as many interdisciplinary activities that are the hallmark of modern science and technology. These include teaching and research in academic, government and private settings, bio-medical research and clinical practice, environmental activities, materials science, law, business and other professions. The Bachelor of Science is particularly designed for students wishing to continue with graduate training in chemistry and closely-allied disciplines and graduates are certified for membership in the American Chemical Society. The Bachelor of Arts provides opportunities for curricula individually tailored to meet many career objectives.

The Department of Chemistry awards two degrees at the baccalaureate level:

?        Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

The B.A. degree in Chemistry provides a course of study for students whose careers will require a thorough understanding of chemistry required for a variety of professional activities such as in health-related professions, science teaching, business, law and other areas. Inherent in this program is a high degree of flexibility which permits tailoring a course of study to the students own educational objectives.

?        Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is a rigorous program that supplies the foundation in chemistry required for both the student who begins a chemical vocation immediately upon graduation as well as the one who pursues advanced study in chemistry or related areas.

History often repeats itself.  To understand the present, it is helpful to look to the past. The study of Classics embraces the history, politics, language, religion, economics, literature, law, mythology, philosophy, science, art and architecture, daily life of ancient Greece and Rome.  The Major program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree offered in Classics is designed to meet the needs of students who desire competence in Latin and/or Greek and a broad understanding of ancient culture and literature. The major is of particular interest to students who wish to teach the languages, to those who plan graduate study in a humanistic discipline, and to those who want an undergraduate major which focuses on the ancient civilizations which are the cornerstone of the Western tradition. The major in Classical Civilization is a liberal arts degree and is therefore excellent preparation for professional schools.

This interdisciplinary approach offers students their choice of a remarkably wide range of careers after they leave the University of South Florida including:

·        Art Critic

·        Curator

·        Antique Dealer

·        Historian

The Department of Communication offers three different concentrations within the  major:  Performance Communication, Interpersonal Organization and Communication, and Public and Cultural Communication. 

Communication is paramount in every profession, from service positions to administrative positions, from education to medicine.  The major in Communication prepares students to apply the theories and practice of effective communication to meet their individual interests.

Communication Sciences and Disorders is a discipline that focuses on the on understanding the processes of normal speech, language, and hearing, as well as assessing, diagnosing, and treating those with communicative disorders.  The curriculum enables students to develop the essential knowledge of communicative disorders based on scientific principles, skills, and approaches required for working with persons with a wide range of speech, language, and hearing problems of all ages.

The undergraduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) offers three curriculum concentrations that lead to the B.A. degree:

1) The undergraduate concentration in Speech-Language-Hearing Science (LSH) provides pre-professional study that prepares the student for Master's level preparation in Speech-Language Pathology, or Deaf Education, or for entry into the clinical Doctor of Audiology degree (AuD).

2) The undergraduate curriculum in the Deaf Studies (DST) concentration focuses on the study of deaf culture through the development of communicative proficiency in ASL and prepares the individual to work with the deaf in a variety of social service settings.

 3) The Interpreter Training undergraduate curriculum prepares individuals to work in educational setting with students who require assistance with educational skills due to their hearing impairment or deafness.

Examples of potential careers include:

•        Audiologist
•        Speech Clinician
•        Speech - Language Educator
•        Hearing and Speech Scientist
•        Speech-Language Pathologist
•        Interpreter for the Deaf
•        Teacher of Deaf and Hearing Impaired
•        Speech Assistant (B.A. degree only)
•        Audiology Assistant (B.S. degree only)

The U.S. Department of Labor lists the fields of law enforcement and corrections among the top 25 fastest growing occupations in the United States.  Criminology is an interdisciplinary field of study within the social sciences that focuses on the study of crime and crime control by integrating theory, research, policy and practice.  The major in Criminology provides students with an in-depth exposure to the total criminal justice system including law enforcement, detention, the judiciary, corrections, and probation and parole. The program concentrates on achieving balance in the above aspects of the system from the perspectives of the criminal justice professional, the offender, and society.

Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of careers including:

•          Research and Planning 
•          Juvenile Justice 
•          Law Enforcement 
•          Law
•          Courts and the Judiciary 
•          Correction
•          Probation and Parole
•          Victim and Offender Counseling/Treatment
•          Private Security/Loss Prevention 

Majoring in English will provide you with training and experience in writing and the insight into the human condition both past and present.  We offer broad study in literature, creative writing, and professional and technical writing with classes taught by our distinguished faculty.  The literature option covers the major periods of English and American literature. The creative writing option includes training in writing and coverage of English and American literature. The professional and technical writing option combines the study of English and American literature with an introduction to writing found in the professional workplace.  The curriculum prepares students for a variety of fields including, but not limited to

• Law School
• Technical Writing 
• Publishing and Editing
• Graduate Studies in English and/or Education

The status of the earth’s environment has been a major concern since the 1960s. As we enter the 21st century, it represents one of the most critical issues facing nearly all nations individually as well as the earth community as a whole. Increased population, technology, globalization and diminishing natural resources all play an important role in the changing environment. As a consequence, governments at all levels are devoting resources to help understand the problems that we are facing and to aid in their mitigation. This includes everything from public education to cleaning up toxic waste sites. The environmental industry is a growing arena for employment for degree holders at all levels.

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Environmental Science and Policy was approved in 1995. This interdisciplinary program spans multiple colleges within the university but is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences. Earning a undergraduate degree is Environmental Science and Policy from the University of South Florida prepares you for graduate study and builds the academic foundation to prepare you for careers in:

·                    Oceanographer

·                    Environmental lawyer

·                    Conservationalist

·                    Forest Ranger

·                    Environmental Educator

The Department of World Language Education offers students several undergraduate degrees. Foreign Language major programs are designed to meet the needs of students who desire competency in a language and an expanded understanding of its culture and literature. They are of particular interest to students who wish to teach languages, those who plan to further their studies in graduate school, and those who seek careers in various types of foreign or foreign-related employment, either in government or business.

Major programs leading to the bachelor of arts degree are offered in

·                    French

·                    German

·                    Italian

·                    Russian

·                    Spanish

How much longer can we abuse our natural environment before it is no longer able to sustain life?  Where will we find the resources to feed and shelter 30 million new Americans over the next decade?  How will we manage our waste?  Geographers are searching for all the answers to questions that revolve around sustaining life on a shrinking planet.  Geography helps us understand the symbiotic relationship between humans and the environment whether it be urban or rural.

The degree program in Geography consists of 11 courses (41 hours total), 7 of which are core courses required of all majors, and four of which are electives chosen by the student. Upper level electives offer applied and techniques orientations for students, depending on their interests, to complement the core course structure for the major.

Electives in physical geography focus on major environmental systems including the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. Particular emphasis is placed on the human modification of the natural environment and the global interconnections of the major earth systems.

Electives in human and urban geography focus on the social and spatial effects of the growth of cities, including issues such as the historical evolution of urban form and function, land-use changes and conflicts, economic restructuring, the growth and decline of inner-cities, and urban racial and ethnic relations.

USF is a major center for environmental geology. USF is the only university that has been designated as one of the five National Centers for Water Treatment Technologies in the country. These centers are sponsored by the National Water Research Institute (NWRI) and the U.S. Dept. of Interior?s Bureau of Reclamation.

Our research encompasses hydrogeology, paleoenvironments, environmental geophysics, geochemistry/petrology, coastal processes, and natural hazard reduction. Geology is one of the broadest of all sciences because of its dependence on fundamentals of biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics as applied to the study of the earth. As a result, undergraduate students are expected to obtain a broad background in the other sciences as well as a concentration in geology.

Gerontology is the study of the process of human aging in all its many aspects: physical, psychological, and social. Because of tremendous growth in the older adult population in Florida and the nation, there are numerous employment opportunities for students graduating with a degree in Gerontology.  These opportunities include Mental Health Centers, Federal, State and Regional Agencies and Offices in Aging, Community Service Administration, Social Work, Nursing Homes and Senior Centers, and Teaching or Research at Colleges and Universities.

The Department of Government and International Affairs includes programs in International Studies, Political Science, and Public Administration. Its goal is to provide students the opportunity to study the nature of government, politics and administration at the local, national and international levels, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of the international system. Towards that end it offers students a choice of two undergraduate degrees, one in International Studies and another in Political Science. The Department of Government and International Affairs provides students with a range of courses of study and areas of concentration, including electives offered through the Public Administration program.

The major in International Studies enables students to undertake programs of study which emphasize (a) preparation for careers in international activities, or (b) the study of particular international themes or topics, or (c) the study of particular regions or cultures. Each student develops a course of study designed to fulfill his or her career and educational goals in consultation with the International Studies Advisor.

After earning your degree in International Affairs from USF, you will be prepared to work in a wide scope of professional settings including

?  Foreign Service

?  Cultural Organizations

?  Educational Institutions

?  Museums

?  Transportation/Travel Organizations

History is an essential part of civilized life, its value is simply a basic fact of human experience.  Since the dawn of historical awareness people have been captivated with history because it recorded the actions of great people. More practical reasons for the study of history in our time include its  significance as the basis for society's sense of direction and purpose, its promise to assist in one's efforts of personal cultivation and its potential to help us shape and understand our future.

Studying History is embracing a world of ideas, peoples, and events both past and present. Majoring in history at the University of South Florida offers the student the opportunity to explore civilizations from around the globe and from the ancient through contemporary eras.

Majoring in History provides students with a liberal arts background that is valuable to various career choices including

·                    Law

·                    Education

·                    Government

·                    Business & Industry

The Interdisciplinary Social Science program is designed to provide an interdisciplinary integration of the social sciences for students who are interested in a broad educational experience. The Interdisciplinary Social Science program offers a wide choice of courses, and an opportunity to design a quality program geared toward individual needs and interests. Students plan their program in ongoing consultation with the advisor who approves each individual curriculum contract.

In addition to classes at the Tampa and regional campuses, students have the option of attending USF classes in the Interdisciplinary Social Sciences program at either the St. Petersburg College campus in Clearwater or at the Pasco-Hernando Community College campus.

International Studies provides an excellent preparation for post-graduate studies for students intested in law, government, and teaching.  It also provides a foundation for various career choices such as foreign service, military, international business and trade, non-profit organizations, etc. 

In today's world, knowledge on a global level is fundamental for those who seek careers in the international arena, public service and politics.  Indeed, no one can ignore the issues that affect all of us.  Knowledge of global affairs, especially with knowledge of foreign languages, is increasingly in demand in all segments of society. 

The B. A. degree in Liberal Studies fulfills the intent of a traditional liberal arts education and is offered for students who seek a broad, interdisciplinary academic background to reach their undergraduate academic or pre-professional goals. The purpose of the major is to provide qualified students with an opportunity to acquire broad exposure to the Social Sciences, the Humanities, and the Natural Sciences through courses taken on campus. The student pursues the major in this on-campus academic environment by taking courses in these three disciplinary areas that are organized around a theme chosen by the student and approved by a committee of faculty selected by the student and the Liberal Studies advisor.

The School of Mass Communications at the University of South Florida is housed in modern facilities located in Florida?s largest media market--the Tampa Bay metropolitan area. School students have been honored in numerous state, regional and national competitions, and graduates hold key positions with major advertising, public relations, print and electronic media organizations throughout the United States.

The school?s program introduces students to the theories, principles and problems of mass communications--emphasizing the concept of freedom of information as the cornerstone of constitutional democracy--and prepares students for future leadership roles in communications media. To accomplish this, the school offers four academic sequences of study for undergraduate mass communications majors: advertising, journalism (with magazine, news-editorial and visual communications options), public relations and telecommunications (with news and production options). Each course of study offers a balanced mixture of basic and advanced laboratory and lecture courses. Laboratory courses sharpen students? skills while lecture courses enable students to view the profession from a variety of perspectives.

The school, which is approved by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications, is committed to academic excellence and its standards reflect the highest professional and educational values. Only 25 percent of the 500 mass communications programs in the United States are accredited by ACEJMC.

The School of Mass Communications has the latest electronic information gathering and editing equipment and hosts chapters of the Advertising Club (an affiliate of the American Advertising Federation), Kappa Tau Alpha (the national mass communications honorary society), the Public Relations Student Society of America, the Radio-Television News Directors Association and the Society of Professional Journalists.

Does a negative x a negative ever equal a positive in real life?  Do you know what PEMDAS is an acronym for?  What is the probability that someone in your classroom has the same birthday as you?  How is mathematics used in art?  How did you graduate with a 3.26 GPA? 

The Department of Mathematics offers a diversity of courses designed not only to enable the student to pursue a profession in mathematics itself, but also to enhance the student's competence in the fields of engineering, the physical sciences, the life sciences, and the social sciences. The department offers programs leading to the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees. The undergraduate program emphasizes the broad nature of modern mathematics and its close associations with the real world. The program is designed to prepare students for entry into graduate school or careers in industry or secondary education.

Medical technologists, or clinical laboratory scientists, analyze human blood, tissues, and bodily fluids, or supervise the performance of thousands of types of medical laboratory tests using a wide variety of precision instruments. They may also conduct research and develop scientific methods to advance the study of disease processes. Medical technologists exercise independent judgment, correlate test results, and interpret test findings. Physicians depend on medical technologists to produce reliable and valid results which may be used in determine the presence, extent, and possible causes of disease.

The University of South Florida offers a four-year program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology. The first three years are completed on campus; the fourth year (12 months) is completed at one of five affiliated hospitals in Florida, located in Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville.

USF's affiliations with area hospitals, including Tampa General, All Children's Hospital, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Shriners Children's Hospital make it the center of the region's medical, biotechnology and bioscience research.

USF is one of the nation's top centers in conducting research aimed at new treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's diseases. It has pioneered the concept of brain repair: placing cells in the brain to help fix the damage of disease or injury.

Admission to the fourth year is limited by the number of openings in affiliated hospitals and, at the present time, is competitive. Selection for the clinical program is made by the hospitals and students not admitted to a clinical program may need to select an alternative degree. Generally hospitals require a minimum GPA of 2.5, and our students admitted to clinical programs in recent years have had a mean GPA of about 3.0.

How can the human body be better prepared to fight against infectious diseases? What are the differences between various viruses, bacteria, protozoan, algae, and fungi?  How is pollution affecting the environment?  How do microorganisms impact/affect nutrient cycles?  A microbiologist attempts to answer questions like these, as well as any questions that deal with matter on a micro scale.  Students that major in biology study the relationship between living organisms and their environment.  Research in biology continues to provide the building blocks necessary to develop solutions to environmental and human health problems.

A modern biology curriculum is built on a foundation of mathematics, chemistry and physics. Strong collaboration with the College of Medicine, as well as, the Chemistry department, and Florida Blood Services permit true interdisciplinary research with outstanding facilities.  In addition to a set of courses in biology, students have the opportunity to receive a thorough preparation in other areas of natural sciences to be competitive for jobs or for further study beyond the baccalaureate. Two specific Bachelor of Science degrees, Biology and Microbiology, are available for students interested in the biological sciences. The B.S. in Biology allows students to concentrate in such areas as Ecology, Cell & Molecular Biology, Physiology, and Marine Biology. The degree is preparatory for careers in such areas as teaching, agriculture, medicine, dentistry, conservation, and biotechnology, or for post-baccalaureate study in the various life sciences. The B.S. in Microbiology provides students with the broad range of courses necessary to qualify for certification by the National Registry of Microbiologists, American Society of Microbiology, and employment in microbiology and related fields.

What is good? What is real? Does the state have the right to limit the freedom of expression? Does God Exist?  What is our responsibility to the environment?  What is truth? What is democracy and how can it be justified?  What is knowledge and can it be measured?  Is it right to clone a human being? The questions are of great importance to the human race and significant to many fields of study and professions.  Majoring in philosophy serves to develop a student’s intellectual and analytical abilities essential for life as a whole, beyond the focus required for any one particular profession.

The broad scope of intellectual curiosity and interdisciplinary nature set the philosophy major apart from many other undergraduate major programs.  Graduates go on to find careers in a variety of fields including:

·  Law

·  Medicine

·  Journalism

·  Teaching

·  Civil Service

Will humans ever be able to travel at the speed of light?  What is the difference between zero degrees and absolute zero degrees?  What is the mass of a photon?  What is the Casimir Effect? Why are certain things magnetic? 

The Department of Physics offers undergraduate programs leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. The B.A. program is designed for students interested in a more general education in physics. The curriculum allows enough flexibility in electives to enable students to combine a physics major with another major in such areas as mathematics, biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, business, and teacher education. The B.S. program is for students planning to pursue graduate studies in physics, applied science or engineering. For those students who desire additional capabilities in physics beyond the General Physics sequence, they may pursue a Minor in Physics.

The Department of Government and International Affairs includes programs in International Studies, Political Science, and Public Administration. Its goal is to provide students the opportunity to study the nature of government, politics and administration at the local, national and international levels, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of the international system. Towards that end it offers students a choice of two undergraduate degrees, one in International Studies and another in Political Science. The Department of Government and International Affairs provides students with a range of courses of study and areas of concentration, including electives offered through the Public Administration program.

The undergraduate program leading to the B.A. degree in political science offers a general purpose degree, and a number of more specialized alternatives. The program is designed for students interested in and seeking to understand political problems, issues, and the nature of the political process, as well as the philosophical and legal basis of political structures and processes at local, state, national, and international levels. Satisfying the degree requirements prepares students for positions in the public and private sectors, for law school, for graduate work in political science, international relations, public administration, and related disciplines, for positions in education, and for applied political activity.

The Political Science Program offers a pre-law plan designed for the undergraduate students who are considering a career related to law (Courses on Law and Politics are listed under Field VII of the Political Science undergraduate curriculum). The courses making up the field are of particular interest to law-oriented students, but may be taken by others as well. Majors are required to complete courses that can help them develop necessary skills to study law. Students receive the skills and information needed for entry into a number of law-related positions in business and government. Please see the departmental pre-law advisor to obtain more information about the pre-law plan.

Prior to admission to law school, a student must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), as given by the Educational Testing Service of Princeton, New Jersey.

The Law School Admission Test is given simultaneously several times each year at the University of South Florida and numerous other testing centers throughout the state. Students should plan to take the test at least one year prior to planned enrollment in law school. Additional information is available from the Department of Government and International Affairs, University of South Florida.

The College of Arts and Sciences offers programs designed to prepare students for admission to professional schools of medicine, osteopathic medicine, chiropractic medicine, dentistry, optometry, podiatry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant, and physical therapy. Most of these professions require four years of pre-professional preparation followed by four years of training in a professional school. A few well-prepared students with exceptional qualifications may be admitted to some professional schools as early as the completion of the junior year of pre-professional work. The preprofessional programs do not meet requirements for a degree; therefore, students must choose a major in addition to fulfilling their pre-professional requirements. Most pre-professional students major in the sciences because of their interests in the health sciences, and because of the considerable overlap between the pre-professional curriculum and the degree requirements for majors in the biology and chemistry departments. Entrance into all professional schools or programs is competitive, and students should begin establishing a record of excellence with the first semester at USF. Furthermore, it is essential that students pursue courses developing a sense of understanding of cultural and humane values as well as basic social problems. Students should also have some clinical and/or volunteer experience related to the medical field.

All Biology and Microbiology majors interested in health professions will be advised in the Department of Biology.  All Biomedical Science, Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences, Chemistry and Medical Technology majors will be advised for all aspects of the health professions by the Department of Chemistry.  All students who have not declared a major, or who declare a major not listed above will receive academic advising in the College of Arts and Sciences Office, BEH 201.

What is personality?  How do people cope with tragedy?  What is a thought?  How do people deal with transition?  How do people learn?  What are the internal conflicts that are guiding our behavior?  How does the brain respond to different medications?

Psychology involves the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Because of this focus, psychology is relevant to many other areas of study both inside and outside of the social and behavioral sciences. The undergraduate program in Psychology offers the student a well-rounded liberal arts education. In addition, the program provides excellent training for qualified students who wish to pursue graduate work in such disciplines as Clinical, Cognitive and Neural Sciences or Industrial Psychology, Education, Gerontology, Counseling, Management, Medicine, Law, and other human service programs. The undergraduate major emphasizes the breadth of psychology while allowing the student some electives such as child psychology, psychology of women, and Health psychology to pursue in depth a particular aspect of the field.

The World is currently changing, in great part through the influence of religion.  In Religious Studies, students are exposed to a cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary study of the way in which both individuals and civilizations are deeply influenced by human religious experience. The goal is to enable the educated person to understand better the various ways in which religious values and institutions shape human behavior through a comparative study of religions and cultures. Such an education is invaluable for careers as diverse as journalism, law, medicine, business, as well as careers more directly related to the practice of religion. Majors in Religious Studies will also find courses such as Introduction to World Religions, The Development of Religious Studies, and a Senior Seminar designed to give them the methodological, theoretical and linguistic skills needed to go on to advanced graduate study in the field.

The University of South Florida offers a program leading to a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree in the School of Social Work, College of Arts and Sciences. This program has been developed in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Council on Social Work Education, the national accrediting body for social work education programs, and in accordance with the recommendations of the National Association of Social Workers. The B.S.W. program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. The primary objective of the B.S.W. program is the preparation of the graduate for beginning level professional practice as a social work generalist.

The secondary objectives of the B.S.W. program are to

1. Provide for the social work human resources needs of the university service district (the central Florida west coast area), the State of Florida, and the Southeast Region;
2. Prepare graduates for additional professional training at the graduate level in social work or in related human service professions;
3. Provide an exposure to social work as a profession and to contemporary issues in the social welfare field.

In preparing the B.S.W. graduate for beginning professional practice, the curriculum provides the student with an opportunity to develop a knowledge base and skill base as a "generalist" practitioner. The student will develop an understanding of various methods of intervention and skills in their application to a variety of client systems. For example, interventive methods may take the form of individual and group counseling, resource development, consultation, teaching, advocacy, etc. Client systems may be individuals, families, groups, organizations, or communities. The student will develop an understanding of the dynamics of human behavior in individual, group and organizational contexts and the influences of the sociocultural environment upon those behaviors. The student will learn about the development of social welfare systems and institutions and the social, economic, and political processes affecting policy development and program implementation. The student will develop an understanding of the utilization of basic social research skills particularly related to the processes of problem-solving, planning, and evaluation.

The student will also become aware of the value base of the profession and engage in a self-examination process as it relates to the development and reflection of ethical and effective professional practice. The B.S.W. program, as any professional program, places great emphasis on the development of a professionally responsible graduate in terms of one's obligations to the client system served, the profession itself, the organization in which one works, and to the general public which ultimately provides any profession with legitimacy.

Women's Studies at the University of South Florida offers an interdisciplinary field of study that features and critically examines new knowledge on women's experiences, taking into consideration historical, cultural, racial, class, and social constructs.

The department offers a B.A., a minor in Women's Studies, and a concentration in Women of Color Studies, as well as enhancing knowledge about feminisms and gender studies through teaching, emphasis on multiculturalism and diversity, the department focuses on critical thinking, collaborative learning, and personal empowerment.

Women's Studies offers excellent undergraduate preparation as well for

• Those who wish to apply to law school or to graduate study in a variety of fields, e.g., Urban or Medical Anthropology, Counselor Education, Criminal Justice, Gerontology, History, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Women's Studies
• Those who want to focus on women in specific disciplines or professions; and
• Those whose training would benefit from a close scrutiny of the major issues facing women today.