2014 Viewbook

A Smart Value for Your Future

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Passing the Test of Time .. Campus and Beyond.

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Faculty and Learning Environment. Service and Social Justice .

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HNU Admissions and Requirements. University Facts.

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Passing the Test of Time

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For nearly 150 years, Holy Names University has been educating students at our location in Oakland, California. Geographically placed within the San Francisco Bay Area, we cultivate student leaders through experiential learning opportunities both on and off campus. Noted as one of the most diverse universities in the United States, our campus community includes students from 22 states and 21 nations. At HNU, your experiences will develop you as a person, a leader, a scholar and a member of the world community.

Campus and Beyond

Lake Temescal

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Alcatraz Island

Climb the 106 steps to the top of campus to view the San Francisco Bay Area laid out before you. The value of our location goes beyond the priceless view or the scenic beauty of the campus, attending HNU allows you to live and learn in one of the most desirable locations in the United States. Cultural, intellectual, and recreational activities abound in every direction. Ideally located near the cities of San Francisco, Emeryville, Berkeley, and San Jose, HNU offers a safe and lively home base to access the numerous sports teams, world class restaurants, museums, and theaters. The hills above the University have numerous hiking trails, public parks, and the famous Chabot Space and Science Center is less than five minutes from campus.

Oakland As

Chabot Space and Science Center

Lake Merritt

Faculty and Learning Environment

Experts in their field, with impressive academic backgrounds, most of our faculty have doctorates and have published scholarly articles and books. We are a student-centered educational institution with small class sizes, allowing you to interact closely with faculty and peers. Every member of the administration, faculty, and staff recognize that we are here because of, and for, our students. Classes, programs, and activities focus on your learning and success.

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Faculty Who Connect

Faculty at HNU are as passionate about your educational experience as they are about the classes they teach. Leaders in their field, your professors will share their work and life experiences with you as you explore your academic interests. Learn about the history of Central America from one of our professors who is from El Salvador. Read essays and examine literature with a published author. Our faculty are award winning specialists who will share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.

An Alumnus Speaks
 The new J.M. Long Foundation Lounge makes organizing study groups easy and accessible so that my academic performance has increased tremendously.

Daren Johnson, Class of 2012 (BA), current MBA student

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Service and Social Justice

Holy Names University is committed to inspiring you to take action. We expect you to do more. Go beyond attending class, listening to lectures, and reading textbooksengage in the world at every step in your education. HNU students are activists, leaders, and mentors. We believe in striving for social justice through service. Students take what they learn in the classroom out into the world to effect change. Throughout the year, you have opportunities to engage in service projects such as participating in Habitat for Humanity in Oakland, walking for breast cancer research, giving blood for the American Red Cross, building houses in Tutwiler, Mississippi, or attending the SOA Watch Vigil at the School of the Americas in Fort Benning, Georgia.

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Academic Programs

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From the very beginning of your academic life at HNU we design experiences to complement classroom learning. We share your excitement about preparing for the completion of your undergraduate degree and the next steps you plan to take, whether those include joining the workforce or continuing on with graduate studies. The HNU undergraduate academic experience isnt just about relevant majors and dynamic faculty, its about educating the whole person in preparation for your next step after college. We want you to be prepared to excel in your field and live a professional life that values making the world a better place. Our commitment to small classes and an individualized education exists to help you maximize your time at HNU.

Undergraduate Majors
Accounting Biological Science Business Communication International Business Management Marketing Sports Management Criminology English History Intercultural Peace and Justice International Relations  L atin American and Latino/a Studies (LALS) Liberal Studies (Education)  Multimedia Arts and Communication Music Nursing Philosophy Psychobiology Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Sports Biology Pre-Professional Concentrations Pre-Law Pre-Medicine/Health Pre-Veterinary Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Dentistry  Pre-Physical and Occupational Therapy Seamless to Graduate Degree Accelerated to MBA Program

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Student Success at HNU

Brennan Hall, a full-service student center located in the middle of campus, houses many resources to support your success:

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The J.M. Long Foundation Lounge provides a space for students to study, meet, take a break between classes, or eat a snack from Rosies Caf located directly across the hallway. The Center for Social Justice and Civic Engagement (CSJCE) is a hub of activity and home to the community-based learning courses and leadership programs. Join others at a Justice Caf in the J.M. Long Foundation Lounge. The Student Success Center (SSC) offers career services, computers, printers, and a seminar room for student use. It is also home to the offices of Student Success and Retention and the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. The Advising and Learning Resource Center offers assistance with academic planning, tutoring, other learning resources, and disability services.

Technology
On campus we stay connected as a community through electronic communication portals like Blackboard and MYHNU student email. Wireless internet throughout the campus allows you to form study groups and research your next essay from just about anywhere youd like. The Paul J. Cushing Library is fully equipped with the latest technology and staffed by exceptional professionals who provide far more than research assistance. Access millions of journal articles, request books from libraries worldwide, attend the Cushing Library Salon Series, or check-out an iPad or laptop. The HEDCO Technology Center has state of the art cross-platform large screen Apple computers making it simple to use them as a PC or Mac.

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HNU Athletics

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Imagine a total educational experience that helps you achieve your academic, athletic, and personal goals. Our student athletes have won 54 conference championships, made 36 appearances at national championships, and received numerous individual awards (35 AllAmericans, 53 Academic All-Americans, 25 Conference MVPs). At HNU, you will join a community of leaders on and off the playing fields! Our student athletes serve in leadership positions across campus and on the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. Last year alone, our student athletes performed more than 40,000 service hours! The leadership and guidance our coaches provide have garnered 26 Conference Coach of the Year Awards. HNU Athletics was recently advanced to candidacy year two of the NCAA Division II membership process and competes in the Pacific West Conference, which includes universities in California, Hawaii, and Utah.

Athletics Programs
Men:   Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, and Tennis woMen: B  asketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, and Tennis

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Student Clubs and Campus Life

Get involved! All students have an opportunity to grow through their experiences on campus and beyond.

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While you may come up with great ways to have fun on your own, student organizations like the HNU Spirit Club and the Outdoor Activities Klub (OAK), make sure that there is always something fun to do on or around campus. You will probably find that there is already a club or organization that is dedicated to one of your favorite activities. If there isnt, be creative! At HNU, students are encouraged to start new clubs and initiate new activities. Various departments at HNU sponsor events both on and off campus throughout the year. Attend a concert or the theater, ski in the mountains, boat on Lake Merritt, watch a sporting event, or listen to a lecture. There is always something happening here.

Clubs and Organizations at HNU

Authentic Love Includes and Values Everyone (ALIVE) Black Student Union (BSU) Campus Ministry Environmental Club Gay Straight Alliance HNU Drama Club HNU Glee Club HNU Psychology Club HNU Red Cross Club HNU Spirit Club International Student Club Latinos Unidos Let Your Voice Be Heard Model United Nations (MUN) National Society for Leadership and Success Outdoor Activities Klub (OAK) Pacific Islanders Club Peace and Justice Club Residence Hall Association (RHA) Womens Empowerment Club Learning Communities Connections Project First Year Experience Program Experiential Learning Internships Service Learning Sophomore Connections Project Student Government Study Abroad Opportunities

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Your First Year Experience

As an incoming freshman you will participate in our Connections Project First Year Experience. Specifically designed to help students connect with each other, faculty, and staff, the experience will help you aquire tools for success in college. Students choose from a variety of courses that integrate one of three learning themes rooted in social justicediversity, leadership, or service.

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After Graduation: HNU Alumni

HNU graduates leave our programs with critical thinking and communication skills as well as a sense of social responsibility that prepares them for lifelong learning well beyond their graduation day. But more than that, our graduates become part of the Holy Names alumni family. Our diverse student body and long standing presence in the city of Oakland has created a far reaching network of alumni with a breadth and depth of professional experience.

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An Alumna Speaks
 I wake up every morning grateful that I get to do what I do. The Sisters worked with me one-onone. They turned every small victory into an opportunity to convince me I was smart. Thats why its so important to have somebody who believes in you and can help you craft a different vision for your future.

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Letteria Fletcher, Class of 2006 (BA), Class of 2008 (MA)

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The Value of HNU

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In the form of a HNU grant or scholarship assistance, 100 percent of the incoming students to Holy Names University receive institutional aid. This is money we give you to help pay for school that you dont ever have to pay back. It is the goal of HNU to assist students with the overall cost of attendance: tuition, books, room and board, travel, etc. Along with HNU financial assistance, most students will apply for federal financial aid using the FAFSA (free application for federal student aid), which can be found at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The application is free and this is how you qualify for grants, loans, and federal work study to assist in paying for college. California residents who qualify for the Cal Grant will receive up to $9,084 per year to help pay for school at Holy Names University. The HNU code for the FAFSA is 001183.

Annual Cost 20132014

To offset the costs of higher education, 100 percent of HNU students benefit from merit scholarships, grants, need-based aid, and more than 95 percent receive federal financial aid. Tuition (year) Board (19 meals) Fees Room (double with roommate) $32,590 $5,320 $430 $5,814

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HNU Admissions and Requirements

Freshman applicants are considered for admission based on the overall strength of their high school record, SAT or ACT scores, an essay (prompts provided), leadership and extracurricular activities, and letters of recommendation. We are looking for well-rounded and curious students who are prepared for the academic rigor of a university. Students must have completed the minimum curriculum required for high school graduation in order to be eligible for admission. Some majors may be looking for proficiency in particular areas such as math and science. Contact your HNU admissions counselor for more information on admission criteria or call 1-800-430-1321.

Begin Your Journey

Your first day on campus you will experience our Rite of Passage ceremony where all of our new students are led up the staircase that runs through the middle of campus to a reception welcoming them to Holy Names University. We look upon your time at HNU as your first steps on your journey to the top. At HNU you will be learning on one of the most diverse university campuses in the country and engaging in different thoughts, ideas, and concepts. Achieve your personal and professional goals while gaining valuable knowledge, skills and perspective along the way. It all starts with the application. Apply Now!

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HNU Facts
ETHNIC DIVERSITY
33% Latino, 16% African American, 23% Caucasian, 9% Asian American, 5% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, 4% International, 1% Native American/ Alaska Native, 9% Other ACADEMIC AREAS OF STUDY Undergraduate Majors Accounting Biological Science Business Communication International Business Management Marketing Sports Management Criminology English History Intercultural Peace and Justice International Relations  L atin American and Latino/a Studies (LALS) Liberal Studies (Education)  Multimedia Arts and Communication Music Nursing Philosophy Psychobiology Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Sports Biology Pre-Professional Concentrations Pre-Law Pre-Medicine/Health Pre-Veterinary Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Dentistry  Pre-Physical & Occupational Therapy Seamless to Graduate Degree Accelerated to MBA Program

BACKGROUND
Founded: 1868 Accreditation: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Campus: 60 wooded acres high in the scenic hills of Oakland, California Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1 Average Class Size: 10 Total Enrollment: 1,352 Full-Time Faculty With Highest Degrees In Their Fields: 91%

Degrees Offered 
 achelor of Arts B Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Music RN to BSN RN to MSN Master of Arts Master of Business Administration Master of Culture and Spirituality Master of Education Master of English Master of Music Master of Pastoral Ministry Master of Psychology Master of Science in Nursing

Teaching Credentials
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Single Subject Teaching Credential Education Specialist Credential Mild/Moderate Disabilities

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