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COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS OFFICE OF THE DEAN
Howdy! Congratulations! We commend you on your outstanding academic accomplishments thus far and welcome you to one of the top public universities in the nation. As a student in the College of Liberal Arts, you will receive a well-rounded, diverse education and learn from some of the world’s most esteemed scholars who teach at Texas A&M University. The College of Liberal Arts emphasizes high-impact education. With our goals of conducting research that matters, offering transformational learning, creating understanding among people, and engaging with our communities, our college aims to provide each student with a set of academic skills we consider essential for continuing to learn for a lifetime. Among these vital skills are the ability to think critically and deeply, excel at written and spoken communication, solve problems creatively in diverse settings, and practice engaged and responsible global citizenship. In order to prepare you to address global issues and gain knowledge of the world outside of the U.S., the College of Liberal Arts encourages study abroad for all students, and we pledge to do our best to provide support for your global education. We recognize that you and your family are making a significant investment in your future by supporting your college education. You might not know it from the popular press, but recent reports demonstrate that during peak earning years in an individual’s career, liberal arts graduates actually earn more, on average, than students in majors we think of as more lucrative. Unemployment rates are low for liberal arts graduates, and they decline over time. Finally, 93% of employers say that prospective employees’ ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve complex problems is actually more important than their undergraduate major. In other worlds, your liberal arts education will prepare you for a lifetime of engaged employment as well as satisfying personal growth. As you embark on this new phase of your academic journey, we remain fully committed to providing ample opportunities for your success: developing your analytical thinking abilities, connecting you with distinguished faculty, and exposing you to diverse cultures and topics. In turn, if you make a commitment to getting the most out of your education, you will achieve more during your college career --and beyond it-- than you ever thought possible. Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts at Texas A&M University! We look forward to helping you in your path to lifelong success. Good luck and Gig ‘em,
Pamela R. Matthews, Dean College of Liberal Arts Texas A&M University
301 Coke Building 4223 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-4223 Tel. 979.845.5141 Fax 979.845.5164 http://liberalarts.tamu.edu
Advisor Contact List
MAJOR DEPARTMENTAL ADVISORS LOCATION /WALK-IN HOURS PHONE Anthropology (ANTH)
Marco Valadez [email protected] 228 ANTHROPOLOGY BUILDING (MS4352) Walk-in hours: M-F 9:00-12:00; 1:30 – 4:00 Other times by appointment
845-9333
Communication (COMM) & Telecommunication/Media Studies (TCMS)
Nancy Street [email protected] Kristy Kulhanek [email protected] Cassin Dyson [email protected] Ashley Bell [email protected] Chris Larkin [email protected]
107 BOLTON HALL (MS 4234) Make appointments at comm.tamu.edu on the Undergraduate tab OR may come in during walk-in hours. Change of major call 862-6968 for change of major meeting times.
862-6968
Economics (ECON) Roy Mitchell [email protected] Bat-Sheva Tabakman [email protected] Savannah Maxwell [email protected]
3035 ALLEN BUILDING (MS4228) Walk-in hours: 9am-11:30am Mon-Friday, Mon-Thursday 1:30-4:30pm By appointment only for prospective students
845-7351
English (ENGL) Jaclyn Upshaw-Brown [email protected] Brianna Doucet [email protected]
352 LIBERAL ARTS and ARTS & HUMANITIES (MS4227) Either appointments or walk-ins. Change of major by appointment only. M - F: 8:00-12:00, 1:00-5:00 pm
845-8361
Hispanic Studies (SPAN) Dr. Rosalinda Aregullín-Valdez [email protected]
205 ACADEMIC (MS 4238) Walk-in hours: T-TH 9:00-11:00 Appointments: T-TH 1:30-3:00 **Change of Major by appointment only**
458-0672
History (HIST) Robyn Konrad [email protected] Dr. Philip Smith [email protected]
105 GLASSCOCK (MS 4236) Walk-in hours: M-F 8:30-12, 1:15-4:30 By appointment only.
845-5987 862-2061
International Studies (INTS/MODL: F/G/R/CLSS) Laura Stratta [email protected] Rebecca Buckalew [email protected]
107 ACADEMIC (MS 4215) Walk-in hours: 9:00-11:30 Appointments: 1:30-3:30
845-5144
Performance Studies(MUSC/THAR) Brianna Doucet [email protected]
246 LIBERAL ARTS and ARTS & HUMANITIES (MS 4240) PERF- Appointments M-TH: 8:00-12:00 ENGL – Appointments M-TH: 1:00-5:00 Walk-in hours: Friday 8:00-12:00, 1:00-5:00 (PERF & ENGL)
458-0940
Philosophy (PHIL) Barbara West [email protected] Dr. Dwayne Raymond [email protected] Marco Valadez [email protected]
301 YMCA (MS 4237) 318 YMCA: W,TH: 1:00-5:00
845-5660 845-3601
Political Science (POLS) Vince Hernandez [email protected] Emily Baumann [email protected] Savannah Maxwell [email protected]
2024 ALLEN BUILDING (MS 4348) M-F: 8:30-12:00, 1:00-4:30 pm
845-3127
Psychology (PSYC) Zuleika Carrasco-Martinez [email protected] Jennifer Fleming [email protected] Lori Johnson [email protected]
Lisa Bowden [email protected]
205 Milner Walk-in hours M-F: 9:00-11:30 Appointments M-F : 1:30-3:30
845-7146
Sociology (SOCI) Jennifer Runnels [email protected] Zuleika Carrasco [email protected]
306 ACADEMIC (MS 4351) Walk-in hours M-F: 9:00-12:00, 2:00-4:00
845-4241 862-2523
University Studies—Journalism Dale Rice [email protected]
107 BOLTON HALL (MS 4234) By appointment.
862-6968
Women’s and Gender Studies (WGST) Julia Jakab [email protected]
202 COKE (MS 4223) By appointment.
845-5143
Updated 5/9/16
Advisor Contact List
MINOR ADVISORS LOCATION /WALK-IN HOURS PHONE Africana Studies Dr. Violet Johnson [email protected]
314 BOLTON HALL (MS 4456) By appointment.
845-0264
Modern Languages Laura Stratta [email protected] Rebecca Buckalew [email protected]
107 ACADEMIC (MS 4215) Walk-in hours (only): 9:00-11:30
845-5144
Comparative Cultural Studies (INTS) International Studies
107 ACADEMIC (MS 4215) Walk-in hours: 9:00-11:30
845-5144
Film Studies Dr. Juan Alonzo [email protected]
540 LIBERAL ARTS and ARTS & HUMANITIES (MS4227) By appointment.
845-3452
Journalism Dale Rice [email protected]
107 BOLTON HALL (MS 4456) Please call or email for an appointment
458-1802
Religious Studies Dr. Donnalee Dox [email protected]
106-B ACADEMIC (4119) Please e-mail for appointment.
845-5143
Women’s and Gender Studies Julia Jakab [email protected] Dr. Marian Eide [email protected]
202 COKE (MS 4223) By appointment.
845-5143
Hispanic Studies (SPAN) Dr. Rosalinda Aregullín-Valdez [email protected]
205 ACADEMIC (MS 4238) Walk-in hours: MWF 8:00-11:00
458-0672
SPECIAL DEPARTMENTS/ADVISORS LOCATION /WALK-IN HOURS PHONE Office of the Dean-Undergraduate Programs Office Andy Armstrong [email protected] Shedrick Johnson [email protected] Julia Jakab [email protected] Tabitha Foreman [email protected] Patty Muchow [email protected]
202 COKE By appointments only: M-F: 9:00-11:30am TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: www.swan.tamu.edu/la-upo Walk-in hours: M-F 1:15-3:30pm
845-5143
Liberal Arts Honors Program Cassin Dyson [email protected]
202 COKE Contact by e-mail 862-6968
Transition Academic Programs Allison Maderia [email protected]
300 Hotard Hall Call for walk-in hours or to schedule an appointment.
845-5916
Academic Success Center Lyle Slack [email protected] Dr. Bari Brookins Dr. Kathleen Speed
9th/10th floor Rudder Tower Email ASC for current workshops offered
Liberal Arts Career Services
TAMU Career Center – 209 Koldus Undergraduate Students- Call for appointments
845-5139
Updated 5/9/16
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS OFFICE OF THE DEAN
WHY SHOULD I GO SEE A COLLEGE ADVISOR? The Undergraduate Programs Office can assist with issues that need approval of the Dean or can refer you to the appropriate resources. They act on behalf of the Dean to deal with academic affairs, college and university requirements, and scholastic honors. Consult a college advisor for help with the following:
• Processing of requests for double majors and double degrees • Graduation problems • Petitions regarding college and university policies, procedures, and
requirements • Referrals to support services for personal or academic difficulties • Rescheduling a final exam when you have three exams in a single day • Semester or cumulative academic probation • Withdrawal from the University
Academic Advising appointments can be made by contacting our office at 979.845.5143 or by visiting the following website: www.swan.tamu.edu/la-upo. Advisors are located in 202 Richard Coke Building.
Office hours: M-F 9-11:30 a.m. (by appointment only) or 1:15-3:30 p.m. (walk-ins).
202 Coke Building 4223 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-4223 Tel. 979.845.5143 Fax 979.862.4938 http://liberalarts.tamu.edu
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS OFFICE OF THE DEAN
WHY SHOULD I GO SEE MY DEPARTMENTAL ADVISOR? Your departmental advisor will be the most help with your major. They know the faculty, department's courses, and special opportunities offered by the department for undergraduates. They can ensure that your schedule meets the requirements of your degree plan. Additionally, they can assist you with the following:
• Selecting courses before you register each semester • Declaring your minor field of study • Changes of major • Q-dropping a course • Substituting courses transferred "by title" into your degree program • Locating general information about career opportunities in your major • Writing recommendations for awards, prospective employers,
graduate and professional schools
202 Coke Building 4223 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-4223 Tel. 979.845.5143 Fax 979.862.4938 http://liberalarts.tamu.edu
COMMIT TO STUDY ABROAD
The College of Liberal Arts encourages all students to study abroad, and consider the experience an integral part of their undergraduate studies and career preparation.
Study abroad can be affordable. Financial aid often applies, and there are many scholarships. The College of Liberal Arts dedicates $300,000 annually toward study abroad scholarships for our majors.
Study abroad is career preparation. Globalization demands a workforce knowlegable of other countries and cultures. An international experience develops global perspectives and the marketable skills employers desire.
The programs we create, the providers with whom we affiliate, and the destinations which students select, are all highly scrutinized to ensuresafety and quality.
Study abroad will not delay graduation. There is no difference in time to degree between A&M students who study abroad and those who remain on campus.
Discover the resources and opportunities available to students in the College of Liberal Arts:
Facebook: Texas A&M Liberal Arts GlobalTwitter: @LibArtsGlobalhttp://liberalartsglobal.tamu.edu
COMMIT TO STUDY ABROAD
Plan ahead two semesters
HAVE A
PLAN
Consider priorities &
interests
Discuss with
academic advisor
Study Abroad Peer Advisors
Walk-in hours every semester
Meet with Global
Ambassador
@LibArtsGlobal
Texas A&M Liberal Arts
Global
SAVE THE DATE:
Liberal Arts Gig ‘Em Week Carnival
Friday August 26th
@ Academic Plaza
TRAC Fair
Wednesday September 21st @ TBA
Common Ground Speaker Event
Monday September 26th
@ Annenberg Presidential
Conference Center
Liberal Arts Career Fair
Thursday September 29th
@ TBA
Mid-term Seminar
Tuesday October 25th
& Wednesday October 26th
@
TBA
Q-Drop and Withdrawal Deadline
Friday November 18th
(this better be on your
calendar)
Cornerstone Honors [email protected]
The Liberal Arts Cornerstone Honors Program provides a community of highly motivated students the means to become significant citizen-leaders of tomorrow. From conducting research with renowned professors, engaging in cultural and international exploration, participating in interdisciplinary events, and reaching out to the community for service learning opportunities, our Honors stud-ents hone their critical thinking and interpersonal skills to become leaders for a complex world.
Admission Requirements:
• Top 10% class rank
• Minimum SAT score (V+M) of 1250 or ACT score
composite of 28
• Students must maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA in order to remain in the Program
To ensure that students receive a broad liberal arts experience, the program requires:
• 18 hours of Honors coursework in the Liberal Arts
• 12 of the 18 hours must be taken in at least 4 different Liberal Arts departments
• 9 of the 12 hours must be taken at the upper-level (300-400)
For a broader experience, students have the option to use any com-bination below to earn up to 6 hours of the total 18 needed:
• Up to 3 hours of honors course credit from an Honors under- graduate research course
• Up to 3 hours of honors course credit from an Honors Service Learning course • Up to 3 hours of honors course
credit after completing 12 or more upper-level credit hours via study abroad at a foreign institute
• Up to 6 hours of Texas A&M Honors coursework from outside the College
970 LIBERAL ARTS
STUDENTS STUDIED
ABROAD IN 2014-2015
EXPERIENCE
Knowledge for Life
Honors Program PERKS include:
• Priority registration
• Small classes
• Honors housing opportunity
• Global awareness through study abroad
• Honors distinction on transcript
• Enhanced critical thinking and communication skills
• Leadership training through service learning opportunities