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CATALOGUE
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Welcome to
HAMPDEN-SYDNEY COLLEGE
The mission of Hampden-Sydney College has been,
since stated by its founders in 1775, “to form good men
and good citizens in an atmosphere of sound learning.”
Hampden-Sydney College strives to instill in its students a commitment to sound scholarship
through studies in the natural sciences, the humanities, and the social sciences; to cultivate
qualities of character and moral discernment rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition; to develop
clear thinking and expression; to promote an understanding of the world and our place in it; to
impart a comprehension of social institutions as a basis for intelligent citizenship and responsible
leadership in a democracy; to prepare those with special interests and capacities for graduate and
professional study; and to equip graduates for a rewarding and productive life.
This Academic Catalogue was prepared on the basis of the best information available at the time
of publication (July 2018). Hampden-Sydney College, by or through its various departments,
may unilaterally amend, supplement, or revoke any of the provisions, statements, policies,
curricula, procedures, fees or dates set forth in this Catalogue at any time without prior notice.
Such changes are within the College’s sole discretion and may be based on student interest,
teaching capacity, fluctuations in financial resources and/or a variety of other educational and
financial factors. Therefore, the inclusion of a course, offering or other program in this Catalogue
is not a promise that such course, offering or other program will be available to those students
wishing to participate. Statements in this Catalogue do not constitute an actual or implied
contract between the College and any of its students.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACADEMIC CATALOGUE 2018–2019
Academic Calendar............................ 3 Mathematics and Computer
History of H-SC.................................. 4 Science......................................... 92
Academic Program............................ 7 Modern Languages....................... 96
Course Offerings.............................. 39 Philosophy.................................. 103
Biology.......................................... 41 Physics and Astronomy.............. 106
Chemistry...................................... 47 Psychology................................. 110
Classics........................................ 51 Religion....................................... 114
Core Cultures................................ 55 Rhetoric....................................... 118
Economics and Business............. 56 Admissions.................................... 121
English.......................................... 61 Expenses & Financial Aid............... 127
Fine Arts....................................... 69 Presidents and Trustees................ 134
Government and Foreign Affairs.. 76 Faculty............................................ 136
History.......................................... 82 Administrative and Support Staff.. 148
Honors.......................................... 89 Matters of Record.......................... 153
Interdisciplinary Studies............... 90 Index............................................... 174
* For students who wish to remain on campus on October 15 and 16, residence halls will remain
open and meals will be provided.
** Rhetoric 100, 101, and 102 final examinations will be scheduled in the first slot of the first day
of final examinations. Rhetoric 100, 101, and 102 final essay examinations will be held in the
evening on the last Tuesday of classes.
HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE
The mission of Hampden-Sydney College has Samuel Stanhope Smith, College of New Jersey
been, since stated by its Founders in 1775, (Princeton) Class of 1769. Within only ten
“to form good men and good citizens in an months, Smith secured an adequate subscription
atmosphere of sound learning.” In continuous of funds and an enrollment of 110 students.
operation since the first classes were held on Intending to model the new college after his
November 10, 1775, the College is one of the alma mater, he journeyed to Princeton to secure
oldest institutions of higher learning in the the first faculty and visited Philadelphia to enlist
United States and holds the oldest (1783) private support and to purchase a library and scientific
charter in the South. apparatus. Students and faculty gathered for the
The first president, Samuel Stanhope Smith opening of the first winter term on November
(1775-1779), chose the name Hampden- 10, 1775.
Sydney to symbolize devotion to the principles The College matured physically and
of representative government and full civil and academically through the first half of the 19th
religious freedom which the Englishmen John century. Jonathan P. Cushing (1821-1835)
Hampden (1594-1643) and Algernon oversaw the move from the College’s original
Sydney (1622-1683) had supported buildings to “New College,” now Cushing
and for which they had given their Hall. Union Theological Seminary (now
lives in the 17th century. They were Union Presbyterian Seminary) was founded
widely invoked as hero-martyrs at Hampden-Sydney in 1822 and occupied
by American colonial patriots, and the south end of the present campus
their names immediately associated until its relocation to Richmond
the College with the cause of (1898).
independence championed by The Medical College of Virginia
Patrick Henry, James Madison, and (now the Virginia Commonwealth
the other less well-known but equally University School of Medicine) was
vigorous patriots who comprised the opened in Richmond in 1838 as the
College’s first Board of Trustees. medical department of Hampden-
The first students committed themselves Sydney College.
to the revolutionary effort, organized Algernon Sydney (top) The Civil War and its aftermath
a militia-company, drilled regularly, John Hampden (above) were difficult years for Hampden-
and went off to the defense of Sydney. The longest-tenured of its
Williamsburg in 1777 and Petersburg in 1778. presidents, J. M. P. Atkinson, served from before
Their uniform was hunting-shirts, dyed purple the War through Reconstruction (1857-1883).
with the juice of pokeberries, and grey trousers. He performed the remarkable feat of keeping
Garnet and grey were adopted as the College’s the College open and solvent, while upholding
colors when sports teams were introduced in the academic standards.
19th century. Once again, at the outset of war the student
The College, first proposed in 1771, was body organized a company. These men, officially
formally organized in February 1775, when the mustered as Company G, 20th Virginia
Presbytery of Hanover, meeting at Nathaniel Regiment, “The Hampden-Sidney Boys,” saw
Venable’s Slate Hill plantation, accepted a gift action in Rich Mountain in West Virginia (July
of one hundred acres for the College, elected 9-11, 1861), were captured, and were paroled by
Trustees and named as President the Rev. General George B. McClellan on the condition
history of the college 5
that they return to their studies. The College did The administration of President Walter M.
not close during the Civil War. Bortz III (2000-2009) was a period of the
During the presidencies of Dr. Atkinson and greatest expansion of college facilities since the
his successor, Dr. Richard McIlwaine, many 1960s/70s. The academic program was revised
features of current student life were introduced to include minors and a concentration in
-- social fraternities, sports teams, and student environmental studies was added.
government. After the Seminary moved to Dr. Christopher B. Howard, the College’s
Richmond, Major Richard M. Venable, Class of first African-American president, began his
1857, bought its buildings and gave them to the term in 2009. Under his leadership, the College
College, doubling the physical plant. embarked on a new strategic plan to guide future
Hampden-Sydney was led through the development of the College as a model liberal
Depression and World War II and their arts institution recognized for excellence in
aftermath by Presidents Joseph D. Eggleston educating men for the twenty-first century.
(1919-1939) and Edgar G. Gammon (1939- Dr. J. Lawrence Stimpert became the 25th
1955). In the years following World War II, President of Hampden-Sydney College on July
the College increased in enrollment, financial 1, 2016.
strength, and academic stature. In the late 1950s, Hampden-Sydney looks into its third century
academic majors were established. with a wholesome optimism, bred of a sober
Under President W. Taylor Reveley II (1963- integrity of mission coupled with a history
1977), the core curriculum, largely as it is today, of sound development, and made possible
was established, the size of the student body by an extraordinary succession of leaders and
and faculty increased, the physical plant was benefactors of rare ability, commitment, and
expanded, required weekly chapel services and vision.
college-wide assemblies were abolished, and the
first African-American student was admitted in Accreditation:
1968. Hampden-Sydney is accredited by the Southern
Under President Josiah Bunting III (1977- Association of Colleges and Schools Commission
1987), the Rhetoric Program was instituted on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,
(1978). The current Honors Program was Georgia 30033-4097; 404-679-4500) and is a
established. member of the Association of Virginia Colleges,
Under President Samuel V. Wilson (1992- the Virginia Foundation for Independent
2000), fine arts became a full department with Colleges, the Association of American Colleges,
programs for majors; the Center for Leadership the Southern University Conference, the College
in the Public Interest was established and was Entrance Examination Board, the American
named for President Wilson upon his retirement. Chemical Society, and the College Scholarship
Service.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
In keeping with its original purpose, Hampden- THE HONOR SYSTEM
Sydney seeks “to form good men and good citizens
in an atmosphere of sound learning.” The College The heart of all academic and social conduct at
is committed to the development of humane Hampden-Sydney is the Honor System, and
and lettered men and to the belief that a liberal the heart of the Honor System is individual
education provides the best foundation not responsibility. It presumes that every student
only for a professional career, but for the great is a gentleman who will conduct himself in a
intellectual and moral challenges of life. In an age trustworthy and honest manner; it assumes further
of specialization, Hampden-Sydney responds to that every student is concerned with the strict
the call for well-rounded men who are educated in observance of those principles for his own sake, for
world cultures and can bring to bear on modern the sake of his fellow students, and for the sake
life the wisdom of the past. The College seeks to of the College. Students, faculty members, and
awaken intellectual potential in a search for truth administrators place the highest value on integrity
that extends beyond the undergraduate experience. and honesty, and all support the Honor System.
The College encourages each student to develop The Honor System is administered by students
clarity and objectivity in thought, a sensitive elected to office by the student body. In the
moral conscience, and a dedication to responsible orientation of freshmen and transfer students,
citizenship. Student Court members explain the Honor Code.
Before formally matriculating at the College, a
The liberal education offered at Hampden-Sydney student must sign a statement acknowledging that
prepares the student for the fulfillment of freedom. he understands the Honor System and that an
It introduces the student to general principles infraction is punishable by dishonorable suspension
and areas of knowledge which develop minds and or dismissal. The Honor System pledge, which
characters capable of making enlightened choices students write on their tests and other college work,
between truth and error, between right and wrong. is “On my honor I have neither given nor received
The mere facts about a subject do not speak for any aid on this work, nor am I aware of any breach
themselves. They must be interpreted against a of the Honor Code that I shall not immediately
background of ideas derived from an understanding report.”
of the nature of logic, language, and ethics. The Infractions of the Honor Code are cheating;
individual who is educated in these areas and in plagiarism; lying; stealing; forgery; intentionally
the basic disciplines is able to confront any event passing a bad check; knowingly furnishing false
with true freedom to act, outside the constraints of information to the College; failing to report Honor
prejudice and impulse. Thus Hampden-Sydney’s Code violations; altering or using College or other
curriculum is directed toward the cultivation of documents or instruments of identification with
a literate, articulate, and critical mind through intent to defraud or deceive; taking a book or other
the study of the sciences, the humanities, and library materials out of the library without checking
the social sciences. It provides both breadth and it, or them, out at the desk; removing any section
depth in learning and encourages independent of library materials, such as tearing or cutting out a
programs of study. Believing that education should page, or parts of a page; and unauthorized access to
be a liberating experience emancipating men from or use of College computer files, including attempts
ignorance, Hampden-Sydney strives to make men to gain unauthorized access or use. Suspected
truly free. violations are investigated by student officers; trials
are conducted by the Student Court.
The aim of the Honor System is to instill and
emphasize the highest standards of character and
conduct, and to maintain community trust. A
Full details about the Honor System and the Code, student’s obligation under the Honor System does
including a description of penalties are published in not stop at the limits of the campus but applies in
The Key: Hampden-Sydney College Student Handbook. all places at all times.
8 academic program
II. Natural Sciences and Mathematics VII. Religious and Philosophical Studies
A. Natural Sciences: two courses, chosen from One Religion or Philosophy course at the
different departments, including at least one 100-, 200-, or 300-level (except Religion 151,
(with corequisite laboratory) from among 152, or 251).
Biology 110, Chemistry 110, Astronomy 110,
or Physics 131. Note: The Department of VIII. Fine Arts
Physics and Astronomy is one department; One 3 credit hour course in the Department of
therefore, the Natural Sciences requirement Fine Arts.
cannot be met by taking a combination of a
Physics course and an Astronomy course. RHETORIC REQUIREMENT
B. Mathematics: one course from among To ensure that all graduates of the College are
Mathematics 111, 121, 130, 140, 141, 142, able to write and speak clearly, cogently, and
231, 242. grammatically, the faculty in 1978 established the
C. One additional Natural Sciences, Rhetoric Program. In order to be graduated from
Mathematics, or Computer Science course. the College, a student must satisfy all components
of the Rhetoric proficiency requirement. The
III. Social Sciences requirement comprises two components: (1)
One course outside the department of the major Successful completion of Rhetoric 101 and 102, and
from among Economics 101; Government and in addition, for students who need intensive training
Foreign Affairs 101, 140; any History 100- or in basic writing and reading skills, Rhetoric 100.
200-level course; Psychology 101; Sociology At the beginning of the fall semester, new
201. students take diagnostic tests. Rhetoric staff
members may then recommend that students who
IV. Core Cultures perform exceptionally well on both the editing and
A. Western Culture 101 and 102. essay diagnostics be exempted from Rhetoric 101.
B. One course from either Global Cultures 103 The Director of the Program, in consultation with
or 104. the professor, the student, and the student’s advisor,
makes the final decision about exemptions in these
V. American Studies cases. Entering students who have scored four or
Two courses, chosen from different five on the English Language and Composition
departments, from among United States history examination of the College Board or six or seven
courses at the 100- or 200-level, or History 313, on the appropriate International Baccalaureate
317, 321, 323, 327; English 191, 199, 221, 222, Examination receive credit for Rhetoric 101 and
224, 230, 258; Music 217, 218; Visual Arts may move directly into Rhetoric 102. If a student
210; Government and Foreign Affairs 101, 102, performs exceptionally well in Rhetoric 100, he may
201; Religion 231, 232, 334, 336. Note: Music be exempted from Rhetoric 101 with the consent of
217, 218, and Visual Arts 210 are all courses the Director of the Program. Exemption from 102
offered by the Fine Arts department; therefore, is granted only to transfer students who have earned
the American Studies requirement cannot be six hours of credit in writing courses at another
met by taking a combination of a Music course college and who pass the Rhetoric Proficiency
and a Visual Arts course. Examination upon entering Hampden-Sydney
College.
VI. International Studies (2) Rhetoric Proficiency Examination: Each
An approved study-abroad experience (either student must write the proficiency examination
during the academic year, in May Term, or in in Rhetoric at the end of his sophomore year. The
summer school), or one course from among examination is a three-hour timed essay; the
History 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 322, 323, completed essays are evaluated by readers drawn
325, 326, 332, 333, 340, 345, 346; Economics from the faculty at large. Those students whose
210; English 228; Theatre 201; Government essays are judged unsatisfactory may retake the
and Foreign Affairs 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, examination each semester until they reach the
322; Religion 103, 202, 203, 204; one course equivalent of their seventh semester at the College
from either Global Cultures 103 or 104, not (or the first semester of their senior year). At that
already used in section IV to satisfy the Core point, students are enrolled in Rhetoric 200:
Cultures requirement. International students who Proficiency Tutorial.
are attending Hampden-Sydney College on an
F1 Visa will be considered as having fulfilled this
requirement.
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QUALITY REQUIREMENT
In order to graduate from the College, a student
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
must have a grade-point average of 2.0 or better on FRESHMAN SEMINARS
work taken at Hampden-Sydney or in cooperative Freshman seminars are designed to stimulate
programs. The grade-point average is calculated by students’ interest in the liberal arts from the outset
dividing the total quality units earned in Hampden- of their college careers; to encourage students to
Sydney and cooperative programs by the total hours begin asking important questions and seeking
attempted therein. answers to them; and to provide students with the
opportunity for interaction with faculty and other
REQUIREMENTS FOR A SECOND students in a small seminar environment. Seminar
BACHELOR’S DEGREE enrollment is limited to 12-14 students per class
Anyone who has earned a bachelor’s degree and is open only to freshmen. No special skills or
at Hampden-Sydney or at another accredited knowledge in any specific academic area is necessary
institution may seek to earn a second bachelor’s for successful performance in the class, and the
degree at Hampden-Sydney. The candidate for work level will be consonant with expectations in
the second degree must be cleared by the regular other freshman-level courses. However, all seminars
admissions process. Granting of the second require active participation of students, and include
degree requires the completion of two semesters a significant amount of both writing and oral
of residence at Hampden-Sydney and of at least presentation. Topics vary from semester to semester,
30 hours of academic credit during that period. and will be determined by individual instructors.
In addition, fulfillment of the present core The freshman seminar courses do not satisfy any
requirements through courses taken in the original specific core requirements, and are counted as
four-year program and/or courses taken in the fifth general elective credit toward graduation.
year, and similarly the fulfillment of the course
requirements for an academic major distinct from THE HONORS PROGRAM
the major of the original bachelor’s degree, are The Honors Program is meant for the student who
required. The student’s proposed fifth-year program gives evidence of intellectual curiosity, independence
must also be approved for overall coherence and of thought, excitement in learning, appreciation
quality by the Dean of the Faculty and the Chair of of knowledge—for the young man who sparks
the second major department. the enthusiasm of fellow students and challenges
the best in his teachers. With its small classes and
excellent faculty, Hampden-Sydney provides a first-
rate learning environment for such active, engaged
students.
The program is designed to provide the strongest
academic students at the College with opportunities
for enriched classroom experiences and independent
research pursuits; to enhance students’ liberal arts
education by providing interdisciplinary experiences;
and to create and sustain a community of like-
minded young scholars.
Participation in Honors work is limited to
students who have applied for membership to and
been accepted by the Honors Program. Students
may apply either as part of their application for
admission to the College in their final year of high
school or at the end of the freshman year. Interested
students should contact the Director of the Honors
Program, Professor Wolyniak.
If accepted into the program, students must
complete the following course of study:
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First year honors sections. In the fall semester of Summer research program. The Honors Council
the freshman year, all honors scholars are enrolled also administrates the summer research program,
together in a special honors section of a core course. which is open to all Hampden-Sydney students who
In addition to fulfilling a requirement of the College meet the application requirements. The summer
core curriculum, this class provides honors students research program includes research grants awarded
with the opportunity to engage intellectually with to rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors who show
each other and with a faculty mentor. exceptional promise as independent researchers.
Application is made to the Honors Council.
In the sophomore and junior years, students
complete an additional 6 hours of honors course MINOR IN ASIAN STUDIES
work. Three credit hours must be obtained by taking The Asian Studies Minor consists of the following
an Honors Seminar. requirements: A minimum of eighteen hours to be
chosen from at least three of the Departments of
Honors Seminars 201-202. During the sophomore Modern Languages, History, Fine Arts, Government
and/or junior year, honors students enroll in either and Foreign Affairs, and Religion. The most
Honors 201 or 202. These interdisciplinary seminars typical configuration is six hours of language
are designed around varied and engaging topics, and twelve hours selected from at least two other
and are meant to foster intellectual curiosity while disciplines, but it is also possible to do eighteen
building analytical skills. Students are encouraged to hours of coursework selected from at least three
take one seminar before the end of the sophomore different disciplines, with a restriction of nine hours
year. Interested students may take additional maximum in a single discipline counting towards
seminars through the junior year. the minor. Students electing to pursue this minor
develop their course of study in consultation with
Additional hours may be obtained by participating their major advisor and the Asian Studies advisor,
in independent research or summer research. Professor Dinmore.
Independent research. Independent research One course is to be a three hour 495
includes a minimum of 3 credit hours. Students independent study taken in one of the above
must engage in active scholarship consistent with disciplines. This course serves as a “capstone”
their field of study. Proposals for independent experience and its product is a twenty page research
research are reviewed and approved by the Honors paper or its equivalent. The capstone paper is
Council. evaluated by the director of the independent study
Summer research. Students may choose to and the Asian Studies advisor.
submit a proposal for participation in the summer An immersion experience, approved by the Asian
research program. Successful completion of an Studies advisor, in language study and/or cultural
approved project can be substituted for 3 credit study is strongly recommended.
hours of honors work. Courses that count towards the Asian Studies
minor include the following: Chinese 101-102
In the senior year, honors students enroll in the (Introduction to Chinese); Chinese 201-202
Honors Capstone. (Intermediate Chinese); Theatre 201 (Asian
Theatre); GVFA 225 (Government and Politics
Honors Capstone. The honors capstone promotes of the Middle East); GVFA 226 (Government
independence, self-reliant study, and appreciation and Politics of Asia); History 205-206 (East Asia);
of the intricacies of an academic discipline within History 207-208 (Middle East Survey); History
the broader spectrum of the liberal arts. The 325 (East Asia in the Age of Imperialism); History
senior capstone project allows students to design 326 (East Asia in Revolution); History 345 (The
and implement a year-long project in their major Mongol Expansion); History 346 (Samurai Culture
department(s). Students submit a capstone proposal in Japanese History); Religion 103 (Introduction to
at the end of the junior year, which is then reviewed World Religions); Religion 202 (Religions of South
and approved by the Honors Council. The student’s Asia); Religion 203 (Religions of East Asia); Religion
work is supervised by a committee comprised of 204 (Islam); Religion 405 (Seminar in World
departmental representatives and Council members. Religions).
Successful completion of the capstone includes Courses not on this list may count towards the
submission of a written report at the end of the minor, subject to the approval of the Asian Studies
second semester, a public presentation, and an advisor.
oral defense of the thesis before the supervisory Core curriculum courses may be used to satisfy
committee. the requirements for this minor.
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MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES the eighteen credit hours required for the minor. An
The Environmental Studies Minor prepares internship experience in a Latin American country
students to understand and respond to the critical may be substituted for the six credit hours of study
environmental challenges of the twenty-first century. abroad, provided that it includes an academic
With only one earth, whose resources are rapidly component and is approved in advance for the
being exhausted by an ever-increasing population’s minor. Recommended courses for satisfying category
consumption, the vocation of the “good man and (b) of the minor include History 322, Spanish 310,
good citizen” is to come to a critical understanding 401 or 405, or any 300 or 400-level course with a
of the environmental issues involved and to envision Latin American emphasis, with prior approval from
strategic responses of sustainability and trusteeship. the Director, Professor Lehman. A student may
Consistent with the interdisciplinary character of petition the Director to add a course in substitution
Hampden-Sydney College’s liberal arts tradition, the for one of the above if he can make the case that it is
minor draws perspectives on the environment from relevant to the interdisciplinary nature of the minor
the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. and/or his own specific interests in Latin America.
The minor requires students to complete coursework Students pursuing a major or an additional
in each division so that they can appreciate the minor in a related field (i.e. Spanish or History) may
multi-dimensional character of the environment as apply up to six credit hours toward both minors, or
viewed through scientific, political and economic, toward the related major.
literary, and ethical and religious lenses. The minor
is coordinated by a steering committee from MINOR IN LEADERSHIP
disciplines which mirror these diverse perspectives. IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Students with a particular interest in The Leadership in the Public Interest minor is
environmental studies may elect to follow, in an interdisciplinary minor designed to provide
addition to the regular academic major, a coherent opportunities to study leaders and leadership
pattern of courses oriented to the environment. concepts that are applicable to leadership,
Students are introduced to both the scientific and citizenship, and ethical decision making in a
the humanistic dimensions of environmental issues. variety of contexts. This study will help students
The requirements for the minor are (a) Biology gain an understanding of the leadership process
108; (b) one course chosen from Physics 107, required to meet personal, professional, and civic
108 and Chemistry 105, 106, or 110 and 151; challenges today. The Leadership in the Public
(c) one course chosen from Economics 212 or Interest minor complements any academic major
Government and Foreign Affairs 234; (d) two and provides formal learning experiences that
courses, from two different departments, chosen can be supplemented by additional campus and
from English 199, Religion 103, 225, and 329; community leadership experiences as part of the
and (e) Interdisciplinary Studies 372. There are leadership development process.
also extracurricular programs and internships. The requirements for the minor are eighteen
Students interested in the minor should consult the hours including (a) Interdisciplinary Studies
coordinator, Professor Goodman. 101, Government and Foreign Affairs 101,
Interdisciplinary Studies 395, and Interdisciplinary
MINOR IN LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES Studies 440; (b) one course chosen from Biology
The Minor in Latin American Studies consists of 130, Philosophy 314, or Religion 225; and (c) one
eighteen hours in addition to successful completion course chosen from Business 222, 223, Economics
of Spanish 201-202 or any 300-level course in 202, 217, 402, Government and Foreign Affairs 333,
Spanish. The eighteen hours of coursework must 442, History 220, 377, Interdisciplinary Studies 320,
include (a) two or more courses from among 375, Psychology 208, 310, Rhetoric 210, or Theater
History 209, History 210, Government and Foreign 321.
Affairs 227, Spanish 302, or Spanish 304; (b) three Students electing to pursue this minor develop
or more additional Latin American related courses their course of study in consultation with their
chosen from two different departments, at least one major advisor and the Director of the Wilson Center
of which must be at the 300-400 level and may not for Leadership in the Public Interest. Courses not
have been used already to satisfy category (a) of the on this list may count towards the minor, subject to
minor; (c) Interdisciplinary Studies 450, 451, 452, approval of the Director of the Wilson Center for
or 453; and (d) six credit hours in an approved study Leadership in the Public Interest.
abroad program in a Latin American country. Study Core curriculum courses may be used to satisfy
abroad courses which do not have a Latin American the requirements for this minor.
emphasis may be taken, but will not count toward
14 academic program
MAY TERM
Hampden-Sydney conducts a five-week May Term
COOPERATIVE PROGRAMS
starting one to two weeks after Commencement. EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL
One of its purposes is to provide students with an JOINT PROGRAM (BS/MD)
opportunity to take courses which are experimental Through an agreement with Eastern Virginia
in content or presentation, particularly those which Medical School (EVMS), outstanding premedical
require extensive time off campus. (See also May students may gain assurance early in their college
Term Abroad, above.) These special summer courses careers of admission into medical school. Each year
carry regular academic credit. In addition, certain the EVMS Admissions Committee, in consultation
courses offered during the regular session are also with Hampden-Sydney’s Health Sciences
offered during the May Term so that students Committee, selects a small number of rising
can accelerate progress toward graduation, meet sophomores for a program that assures participants
requirements ahead of schedule, or repeat courses. admission to EVMS upon satisfactory completion
The maximum load that a student may carry during of their undergraduate studies at Hampden-Sydney.
the May Term is two courses (with any corequisite Although these students are assured of admission,
laboratories). Fees are charged by the course-hour. they are not obligated to attend EVMS upon
Students may live in Hampden-Sydney dormitories, graduation from Hampden-Sydney. For more
and all College facilities are available for their use. information concerning this program, interested
Students who are in good standing at Hampden- students should contact the Chair of the Health
Sydney or other colleges are eligible for admission Sciences Committee early in their freshman year.
to the May Term; those on academic suspension
from Hampden-Sydney or another institution are THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
not eligible. Admission to the May Term in no way SCHOOL OF MEDICINE EARLY SELECTION
assures admission to a degree program at Hampden- PROGRAM
Sydney College. Through an agreement with The George
Credits earned during the May Term are Washington University School of Medicine and
applicable to degree programs and are transferable Health Sciences, outstanding premedical students
to other institutions. For Hampden-Sydney students may be selected at the end of their sophomore
on academic probation at the end of the spring year to enter the medical school at The George
semester, grades and quality units for May Term Washington University once they have completed
courses have no effect on the probation until the the requirements for graduation from Hampden-
completion of the subsequent semester. Acceptance Sydney College. The early selection process allows
of May Term credits by other institutions depends these highly qualified premedical students greater
on the policy of those institutions. flexibility in course selection as they complete the
The application deadline for on-campus May baccalaureate degree. Additionally, GWU waives the
Term courses is May 1. Applications for May Term MCAT exam for students accepted through the early
Abroad courses are accepted in December and assurance program. Acceptance of any offer into this
January, and non-refundable deposit fees are due program is binding, and it is expected that students
on February 1. Other information, including the will matriculate at GWU the fall semester following
schedule of courses, is available early in the spring graduation. For more information concerning this
semester from the Associate Dean of the Faculty, program, interested students should contact the
Professor Vitale. Chair of the Health Sciences Committee early in
their freshman year.
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adjusted to second-degree status, thus satisfying all The World Capitals Program offers semester-
lower division general education requirements for long academic work in such cities as Beijing,
the Bachelor of Science in the engineering discipline. Brussels, Buenos Aires, London, and Vienna.
At the beginning of the last year of study at ODU, Each program has three components:
the student must apply for graduation for the The Seminar (8 credit hours) consists of both
second degree. required readings and discussions among students,
faculty, and invited speakers.
NYU SPRING IN NEW YORK PROGRAM The Internship (4 credit hours) provides
Hampden-Sydney students interested in each student with an opportunity to gain first-
participating in the Spring in New York program hand experience as a member of the staff of an
should complete the NYU online application by organization directly involved in the area of study.
the December 1st deadline (November 1st for The Research Project (Project (4 credit hours)
international students). Students who meet NYU’s gives students latitude for independent research in
visiting student admission criteria (defined as having subjects and issues of personal interest.
a GPA of 3.0 or above) will be admitted to the Applicants must be seniors, juniors, or
Spring in New York program. Exceptions may be second-semester sophomores at the time of their
made on a student-by-student basis. participation in the Program. They must possess
Once admitted, Hampden-Sydney students a cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 or above.
would have access to hundreds of NYU courses Successful applicants pay tuition and fees to
permitted to visiting students. Some NYU courses Hampden-Sydney. They are considered by both
(especially those in the School of Engineering, the institutions to be registered at Hampden-Sydney,
Stern School of Business, and arts programs in the and the semester’s work at American University
Steinhardt School and Tisch School of the Arts) may becomes part of the Hampden-Sydney transcript for
have prerequisites that Hampden-Sydney students degree credit.
have not completed and therefore students may be Application procedures are announced twice a
ineligible to enroll in those specific courses. year. Interested students should contact Professor
Carroll of the Department of Government and
WASHINGTON SEMESTER AND WORLD Foreign Affairs for further information.
CAPITALS PROGRAMS
Hampden-Sydney College is one of approximately MARINE SCIENCE EDUCATIONAL
100 colleges and universities whose students are CONSORTIUM
eligible to participate in the Washington Semester Students who are preparing for careers in the
and World Capitals Programs of American University marine sciences, or who have a strong interest
in Washington, D.C. in oceanography, may apply to train at a marine
facility through the Marine Science Educational
The Washington Semester Programis designed Consortium (MSEC) of the Marine Laboratory of
to afford qualified students an opportunity to study Duke University. Through MSEC the students have
American government in action through courses priority access to formal courses and supervised
in the School of Government and Public Affairs of research in the marine sciences.
American University and through direct discussion Enrollment in the academic term-in-residence
with major public officials, political figures, program is limited; admission is made on the basis
lobbyists, and others active in national government. of the student’s ability to complete the course
In addition to the regular Washington Semester, the of study. All students will be eligible for Duke
arrangement with American University includes University course credit. For further information,
programs in Urban Affairs, Foreign Policy, Criminal including the Marine Laboratory Bulletin with
Justice, Economic Policy, American Studies, and its complete description of facilities, faculty,
Science and Technology. and opportunities, see Professor Werth of the
Department of Biology.
20 academic program
skills. COE case studies give insight into the MSCL 390. Independent Study.
importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in In-depth exploration of a subject not included in
real-world scenarios. Prerequisite: MSCL 201. other courses offered by the department, done
independently under the supervision of a faculty
MSCL 204. Leader’s Training Course. member. Prerequisites: two semesters of Military
Five-week summer course consisting of leadership Science and permission of department chair.
training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Completion of
this course equates to completion of MSCL 101- MSCL 401. Developing Adaptive Leaders.
202 and enables students to enroll in the advanced Develops student proficiency in planning, executing,
military leadership courses. The amount of academic and assessing complex operations; in functioning
credit awarded depends upon the amount of basic as a member of a staff; and in providing feedback
military science credit previously earned. Travel pay to subordinates. Cadets are given situational
and salary provided through Department of Military opportunities to assess risks, make ethical decisions,
Science and Leadership. Prerequisites: enrollment in and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military
the ROTC program, military service obligation, and justice and personnel processes prepare them to
permission of department chair. make the transition to becoming Army officers.
During the fourth year students lead cadets at
MSCL 205. Military History. lower levels. Both the classroom and battalion
Analyzes the US Army from Colonial times to leadership experiences are designed to prepare cadets
the present. It emphasizes the Revolutionary War, for their first unit of assignment. They identify
Civil War, and 20th-century wars. It focuses on responsibilities of key staff, coordinate staff roles,
the Army’s leadership, doctrine, organization, and and use battalion operations situations to teach,
technology, while simultaneously investigating train, and develop subordinates. Prerequisite: MSCL
the intellectual and ethical aspects of the Army in 302, or permission of department chair.
American and world society.
MSCL 402. Leadership in a Complex World.
MSCL 301. Adaptive Team Leadership. Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex
Cadets are challenged to study, practice, and situations of current military operations in the
evaluate adaptive team leadership skills as they are contemporary operating environment (COE).
presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Cadets examine differences in customs and
Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). courtesies, military law, principles of war, and
Challenging scenarios related to small-unit tactical rules of engagement in the face of international
operations are used to develop self-awareness and terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting
critical-thinking skills. Cadets receive systematic with non-government organizations, civilians
and specific feedback on leadership abilities. on the battlefield, and host nation support. The
Prerequisites: MSCL 202 and 204, or permission of course places significant emphasis on preparing
department chair. cadets for Basic Officer Leaders Course (BOLC)
II and III and their first unit of assignment. The
MSCL 302. Leadership in Changing course uses case studies, scenarios, and “What Now,
Environments. Instruction and case studies that build Lieutenant?” exercises to prepare cadets to face the
upon leadership competencies and military skills complex ethical and practical demands of leading
attained in MSCL 301 in preparation for future as commissioned officers in the United States
responsibilities as army officers. Specific instruction Army. Prerequisite: MSCL 302, or permission of
is given in individual leader development, planning department chair.
and execution of small-unit operations, individual Scholarships are available for participants in
and team development, and the army as a career ROTC.
choice. Prerequisite: MSCL 301, or permission of
department chair.
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BUSINESS GOVERNMENT
Liberal education at Hampden-Sydney establishes a The academic program of the College is ideal for
strong and broad educational foundation appropriate preparing students for public service. Students from
to later work in business. Whatever a student’s all majors have entered careers in government or
major department may be, he learns the skills other public arenas. One path to such a career is
essential to working in any business and develops the Leadership in the Public Interest Certificate
an understanding of his society and the people with Program, a part of the Wilson Center for Leadership
whom he deals. in the Public Interest, which combines courses in
Hampden-Sydney graduates have entered the ethics, economics and business, and government and
fields of business from every major program of foreign affairs, as well as an internship, in preparing
the College. Many prepare for business careers by students for significant roles in government.
electing a major such as Economics and Business.
Some continue their education in Master of Business LAW
Administration (M.B.A.) graduate programs. Students planning a career in law are encouraged to
Students interested in careers in business or study follow a broad, liberal course of study. In fact, the
in an M.B.A. program should contact Professor Association of American Law Schools recommends
Dempster of the Department of Economics and liberal education because “many of the goals of legal
Business. education are also the goals of liberal education.” A
program of study in which students develop the
habits of thoroughness, intellectual curiosity, logical
thinking, analysis of social institutions, and clarity
of expression is strongly recommended. Those skills
are employed throughout the liberal-arts curriculum
in the study of ethics, history, rhetoric, literature,
politics, mathematics, the sciences, and languages.
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At Hampden-Sydney, the Pre-Law Society guides Every U.S. medical school requires applicants to
and assists students in preparing for law school take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT),
and the legal profession. The Society disseminates and every dental school, the Dental Admissions
information about admission to law schools and Test (DAT). The MCAT, given twice a year at
about preparation for the Law School Admission Hampden-Sydney, and the DAT, given twice a year
Test (LSAT); it also brings to the College guest in Richmond, are normally first taken in the spring
speakers to discuss legal issues, sponsors visiting of the junior year.
lecturers, and arranges trips to visit courts in session. The Health Sciences Committee of the Faculty
Students interested in a law career should contact advises students on their preparation for medical and
Professor Carroll of the Department of Government dental schools and assists them in the application
and Foreign Affairs. process. On request, the Committee prepares
recommendations for transmittal to all institutions
MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY to which the student has applied. In addition, the
A liberal education such as that offered by Hampden- College participates in a joint program with Eastern
Sydney is excellent preparation for those students Virginia Medical School, through which outstanding
who wish to pursue medical training and careers in students receive early assurance of admission
the medical professions. According to recent editions to medical school; another with the George
of Medical School Admissions Requirements Washington University School of Medicine, through
(MSAR), published by the Association of American which outstanding premedical students may be
Medical Colleges, all medical schools “recognize the selected at the end of their sophomore year to enter
importance of a broad education-a strong foundation the medical school once they have completed the
in the natural sciences (biology, chemistry, requirements for graduation from Hampden-Sydney
mathematics and physics), highly developed College; and a third with Virginia Commonwealth
communication skills, and a solid background in the University School of Medicine. Students planning
social sciences and humanities.” a career in medicine or dentistry should contact the
A majority of medical and dental applicants Chair of the Committee no later than the spring
major in science, though the choice of major in semester of their freshman year.
itself has no influence on chances for acceptance by
a medical school. Again according to MSAR, “The SECONDARY-SCHOOL TEACHING
medical profession seeks individuals from diverse A broadly based liberal education, with a strong
educational backgrounds who will bring to the major in the field to be taught and supporting
profession a variety of talents and interests.” Students courses in related areas, provides an excellent
with strong interests in two fields sometimes elect a preparation for the individual who wishes not
double major. merely to qualify for, but to excel in, teaching at
Whatever his major and choice of electives, the the secondary level. Courses needed to satisfy the
student should choose each semester a challenging certification requirements of the State of Virginia for
curriculum that assists in his rapid development and some majors offered at Hampden-Sydney may be
builds a strong record for admission. Virtually all taken at Hampden-Sydney, at Longwood University
U.S. medical and dental schools require at least two (through the cooperative program), or at an
semesters each of basic courses, with laboratories, EXCHANGE institution. Students who wish to earn
in biology, chemistry, and physics. A candidate’s full certification should consult the Associate Dean
performance in these courses generally carries of the Faculty, preferably during the fall of their
more weight in the admissions process than that freshman year, because certain prerequisite courses
in other courses, particularly for the non-science must be completed by the end of the sophomore
major who has less additional science work for year in order to obtain teaching certification at
consideration. Certain medical and dental schools graduation.
list additional required or recommended courses in In support of its commitment to secondary-
such fields as mathematics and rhetoric or English. school teaching, the College annually awards the
Students should consult MSAR for the particular Brown Teaching Fellowship, which helps defray the
requirements of each institution to which they may cost of certification courses for students intending to
apply. teach in public school systems. Interested students
should consult the Associate Dean of the Faculty.
24 academic program
Other than the exceptions listed above under RECORD OF RELEASE OF OR ACCESS TO
Release of Records and Public Information, the EDUCATIONAL RECORDS
College will not release in writing, or provide A record of all requests for educational information
access to, any personally identifiable information in is maintained in each office where applicable student
education records unless: records are kept. The form includes information
• There is written consent from the student on the name of the inquirer, institution, or agency;
specifying the records to be released, the the date of the request; the purpose or legitimate
reasons for such release, and to whom or interest that each person, institution, or agency has
what class of parties the records are to be in obtaining this information; and the disposition of
furnished. The student shall receive a copy the record. A student may see this record.
of the records, if requested.
• Such information is furnished in EDUCATIONAL RECORDS MAINTAINED BY
compliance with judicial order, or THE COLLEGE, THE COLLEGE OFFICIAL IN
pursuant to any lawfully issued subpoena, CHARGE, COLLEGE PERSONNEL WHO HAVE
upon condition that the students are ACCESS AND THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH
notified of all such orders or subpoenas in THEY HAVE ACCESS
advance of the compliance therewith by The College does not expunge academic records
the College. after a student leaves college or is graduated. These
The College will notify any third party receiving records are maintained either on microfilm or in a
information about a student from the College (other storage facility for possible future reference. Most
than educational institutions, etc., noted in this other records are kept for up to five years.
policy statement as exceptions) that the information Academic, administrative, and clerical personnel
is being transferred on the condition that such third of the College having a legitimate and demonstrable
party will not permit any other party to have access need for information concerning students as a result
to such information without the written consent of of their duties in the College are permitted access
the student. to those records directly related to their duties and
NOTE: A student whose account is delinquent functions. Whenever possible, the information
is not entitled to issuance of an official transcript or needed by such persons should be provided by
diploma. the officials responsible for the records, without
permitting direct access to the records themselves.
RELEASE OF GRADE REPORTS AND If academic records and personnel folders are
DISCIPLINARY ACTION TO, AND relevant to student courts, social fraternities, student
CONSULTATION WITH, PARENTS AND government, or honor societies, the necessary
GUARDIANS information will be provided only when authorized
Realizing that parents and guardians have a by the appropriate College official.
legitimate interest in the progress of their sons and
daughters, the College routinely mails copies of
deficiency reports (for freshmen and first-semester
sophomores), and notices of significant disciplinary
action taken against a student, to parents and
guardians. A financially independent student (as
defined by the Internal Revenue Code) may submit
a written request to the Dean of Students asking
that the College not send designated information
to parents or guardians, and this request will be
honored.
The College recognizes the legitimate interests
of parents and guardians to consult with the
professional staff about the academic and personal
well-being of their sons and daughters. This
consultation will be carried out consistent with basic
College policy respecting the rights of confidentiality
of the student. Whenever a student is separated
from the College for academic, disciplinary, or other
reasons, the College notifies the parents or guardians.
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COURSE OFFERINGS
DIVISIONS OF STUDY There is necessarily some variation in the way
The academic departments and courses of course levels are assigned in the various disciplines
instruction are grouped according to the following because of differences in the character of the
three divisions: disciplines themselves. In general, however, courses
are numbered according to the following guidelines:
HUMANITIES, including Classics, English, Fine courses at the 100-level are introductory or survey
Arts, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Religion, and courses suitable for freshmen or students taking
Rhetoric. such courses to complete core requirements;
courses at the 200-level, suitable for freshmen
NATURAL SCIENCES, including Biology, and sophomores, are more focused or specialized
Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Science, than 100-level courses and may require some
and Physics and Astronomy. background in a discipline; courses at the 300-level
are designed for students with formal background
SOCIAL SCIENCES, including Economics and in a discipline; courses at the 400-level are typically
Business, Government and Foreign Affairs, History, junior- or senior-level courses building on relatively
and Psychology. sophisticated knowledge of a discipline gained from
taking lower-level courses. The expected background
COURSE CLASSIFICATION for both 300- and 400-level courses is typically
Each course listed in this catalogue is identified by reflected in prerequisite or recommended classes.
the name of the department which offers it and a
course number. (Courses which include significant
content from more than one discipline are listed 185, 285, 385, or 485. Special Topics
under Interdisciplinary Studies rather than under (1, 2, or 3 hours).
one of the academic departments.) At the right of A course of study, not regularly offered, in an area
the course number are parentheses which contain other than one described in the course listings.
the credit hours per semester granted for passing Special topics courses intended to fulfill core
the course. There are two variations. For example, requirements must be approved by the Academic
Biology 108 (3) meets for one semester only and Affairs Committee prior to registration.
carries three semester hours of credit. French 201-
202 (3-3) comprises two semesters of work, each 395. Internship (1, 2, or 3 hours).
earning three hours of credit, and the student may Combines work done normally in the summer
take one or both semesters. with ongoing course work and the production of a
One hour of semester credit is awarded for fifty substantial research paper on a related issue. Such
minutes per week of in-class lecture or discussion coursework might include a portfolio or daily
time for fourteen weeks. For laboratory classes, one journal recording the internship experiences and
semester hour of credit is awarded for 150 minutes the student’s reactions to them, interviews with
of laboratory time per week for fourteen weeks. professionals, and book reviews.
Performance studies classes in Fine Arts (choral To qualify, a student must ordinarily have a
music, instrumental ensemble music, and theatre grade-point average of at least 2.7 at the time of
production) follow the general pattern of laboratory application.
courses, that is, one hour of credit for 150 minutes Any regular, ongoing program of internships
of class time per week for fourteen weeks. For must be approved by the Academic Affairs
directed reading, independent study, and senior Committee and the Faculty at large. No student
thesis courses, credit is awarded in accordance with may receive more than three hours of academic
the time commitment required for the expected credit for an internship.
product.
40 course offerings
BIOLOGY
Professor Werth; Associate Professors Goodman, BIOLOGY 108. (3)
Hargadon, Lowry, Wolyniak; Assistant Professors ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY. A consideration,
Clabough, Fischer based on basic biological concepts, of the processes
leading to the degradation of our environment.
Chair: Kristian Hargadon The course includes discussions of such topics as
environmental pollution by pesticides, industrial
All students interested in majoring in Biology or by-products, and radioactive materials; the historical
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are requested to see background and future prospects of the population
a representative of the Department of Biology during explosion; and the need for preservation of our
their freshman year to discuss their future programs of natural resources. Prerequisite: none. Corequisite:
study. The requirements for a major in Biology are the none.
following: Biology 110/151 (4 hours credit); Biology
201, 203, 204 (12 hours credit); Chemistry 110/151, BIOLOGY 109. (3)
and 221/152; at least 16 additional credit hours in WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL
Biology that includes a minimum of 4 courses at the ISSUES. An introduction to global water resources,
200/300 level (for a total of 32 credit hours in Biology). in terms of quantity, quality, and geographic
Majors are encouraged to take Mathematics 121 distribution. Scientific investigations include aquatic
(Statistics). Biology 108, 109, 130, and 140 may not ecology, geomorphology, and hydrology. Human use
be applied to the major. of water and environmental issues arising from over-
use and distributional inequality are discussed, using
The requirements for a major in Biochemistry and national and international case studies. Prerequisite:
Molecular Biology are as follows: Chemistry 110/151, none. Corequisite: none.
221/152, 230/251, 231, 335 (also listed a Biology
311), 336, 340, 351/352; Biology 110/151, 201, BIOLOGY 110. (3)
304, 358, and one of the following electives: 310, 313, PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY. An introduction
321, 323, or 324. For students interested in pursuing to biology, focusing on the major conceptual
topics related to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in principles that unite the life sciences. Biology 110
graduate school, the following courses are recommended uses evolution as an underlying theme in the study
but not required: Chemistry 252, 341, 440, 441, of biology. Prerequisite: none. Corequisite: Biology
Mathematics 121, and additional Biology electives 151. Offered: every semester.
from the list above.
BIOLOGY 130. (3)
Note: Majors planning to pursue graduate or BIOETHICS. Examines the growing field of
professional studies should speak with Biology faculty as problems lying at the interface between advancing
soon as possible to determine which other courses (e.g., technological expertise in the health fields and the
calculus, physics, organic chemistry) should be taken. related moral and ethical problems which are being
raised by such advances. An attempt is made to
The requirements for a minor in Biology are the place man in his proper biological perspective and to
following: Biology 110/151 (4 hours credit); two provide students with the mental tools and outlooks
200-level “core” courses to be chosen from among the with which they can make intelligent judgments in
following: Biology 201, 203, 204 (8 hours credit); two bioethical matters and then live with their decisions.
additional Biology courses at the 300-level, or, one No laboratory. This course does not provide credit
course at the 300-level and the remaining 200-level toward a Biology major. Prerequisite: none.
“core” course listed above. At least one of these courses
must include a laboratory (7-8 hours credit).
CHEMISTRY
Professors Anderson, Dunn, Sipe; CONCEPTS TRACK
Associate Professors Deifel, Mueller
CHEMISTRY 103. (3)
Chair: Herbert J. Sipe, Jr. CHEMICAL CONCEPTS IN A TECHNOLOGICAL
SOCIETY. A topical study of the impact of the
The requirements for a major in Chemistry are the chemical practices of our technological culture
following: all courses from the Techniques Track (except on our society, with a concurrent examination
honors) and the following courses from the Concepts of the philosophical basis on which scientific
Track: 110, 221, 230-231, 340-341, 441, and one judgments can be soundly formed in societal
of the following three groups of additional courses: applications. This course is intended for students
(a) Chemistry 440 and one Chemistry elective at the with primary interests outside the sciences and does
300- or 400-level; or (b) for ACS certification in not satisfy prerequisite requirements for any other
Chemistry, Chemistry 335, 420, and 440; or (c) for chemistry course. Prerequisite: none. Corequisite:
ACS certification in Biochemistry, Chemistry 335 or none. Chemistry 151 laboratory may be taken
Biology 311, and Chemistry 420, Biology 304, and concurrently or in a later semester if desired.
one additional course in Biology, chosen from Biology Offered: staff permitting.
201 or 321.
CHEMISTRY 104. (3)
The requirements for a major in Chemistry also include FROM CAVEMAN TO CHEMIST. This course
satisfactory completion of Mathematics 141-142, develops the chemistry of materials along historical
Physics 131-132, and Physics 151-152. lines. We begin with the chemistry of fire and learn
how to make fire by friction. Ashes from the fire are
The requirements for a major in Biochemistry and processed to produce potash. Limestone burned in
Molecular Biology are as follows: Chemistry 110/151, the fire becomes lime. Lime and potash make lye;
221/152, 230/251, 231, 335 (also listed a Biology lye is used to make soap, and the process continues,
311), 336, 340, 351/352; Biology 110/151, 201, building a miniature chemical industry from scratch.
304, 358, and one of the following electives: 310, 313, While not a laboratory course, students engage
321, 323, or 324. For students interested in pursuing in projects in which they produce the materials
topics related to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in discussed. Prerequisite: none.
graduate school, the following courses are recommended
but not required: Chemistry 252, 341, 440, 441, CHEMISTRY 105. (3)
Mathematics 121, and additional Biology electives TOXIC CHEMICALS IN SOCIETY. An
from the list above. introduction to selected topics in toxicology,
pharmacology, and medicinal chemistry that
The requirements for a minor in Chemistry are the are essential to an understanding of the role of
following: Chemistry 110/151 (4 hours credit); chemicals in modern society and their impact on us
Chemistry 221/152 (4 hours credit); one additional as individuals and as a civilization. Considered in
lecture course in Chemistry at the 200-level or above this course are the risks and consequences of contact
(3 hours credit); one additional lecture course in with chemicals both intended and unintended,
Chemistry at the 300-level or above (3 hours credit); e.g., the use of pharmaceuticals and exposure to
two additional laboratory courses in Chemistry, at hazardous chemicals from industrial wastes. This
least one of which must be at the 300-level (3-4 hours course is intended for students with primary
credit). interests outside the sciences and does not satisfy
prerequisite requirements for any other chemistry
course. Prerequisite: none. Offered: spring semester
if staff permits.
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CLASSICS
Professor Arieti; Associate Professor Siegel; A minor in Greek or Latin requires 18 hours, including
Assistant Professor Irons at least 6 hours in the language at the 300-level or
above. The remaining 12 hours may be selected from
Chair: Janice F. Siegel the following: courses in Greek or Latin (if they are in
the language used to satisfy the language portion of the
The requirements for a major in Classical Studies are minor they must be at the 300-level or above); courses
at least 30 hours, including at least 6 hours of Greek or in Classical Studies; History 271, 272; Visual Arts
Latin above the 100-level. The additional hours may be 204; Philosophy 210; and Government and Foreign
selected from courses in the Greek and Latin languages Affairs 310.
(if these are in the language used to satisfy the language
portion of this major, they must be at the 300-level or CLASSICAL STUDIES
above); courses in Classical Studies; History 271, 272; Courses offered under the rubric of Classical Studies
Visual Arts 204; Philosophy 210; and Government and require no knowledge of Latin or Greek and do not
Foreign Affairs 310. carry language credit.
The requirements for a major in Greek are at least CLASSICAL STUDIES 201. (3)
30 hours, including at least 12 hours in Greek above ENGLISH ETYMOLOGY. A study of English words
the 100-level (of which 6 hours must be in courses at as derived from the classical languages. The purpose
the 300-level or above), History 271, and Classical of the course is to broaden the student’s vocabulary
Studies 203. The additional hours may be selected from through a study of the historical development of
courses in Greek (at the 300-level or above), Latin, an important element of the English language. No
and Classical Studies; History 272; Visual Arts 204; prior knowledge of Greek or Latin is presumed. Not
Philosophy 210; and Government and Foreign Affairs open to freshmen.
310.
CLASSICAL STUDIES 202. (3)
The requirements for a major in Latin are at least CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY. A comprehensive
30 hours, including at least 12 hours in Latin above survey of Greco-Roman mythology, with the aim
the 100-level (of which 6 hours must be in courses at of providing the student with a working knowledge
the 300-level or above), History 272, and Classical of a significant element in Western culture and its
Studies 204. The additional hours may be selected from creative achievements. Readings and lectures cover
courses in Latin (at the 300-level or above), Greek, both the content of the mythology and its linguistic,
and Classical Studies; History 271; Visual Arts 204; archaeological, and anthropological significance.
Philosophy 210; and Government and Foreign Affairs Offered: alternate spring semesters.
310.
CLASSICAL STUDIES 203. (3)
The requirements for a major in Greek and Latin GREEK LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION.
are at least 36 hours, including at least 12 hours in Reading and discussion of major works of classical
each language (of which 6 hours must be in courses at Greek literature. Literary themes and techniques
the 300-level or above), History 271 and 272, and are considered, as well as the influence of Greek
Classical Studies 203 and 204. The additional hours writings on later literature. No knowledge of Greek
may be selected from courses in the Greek and Latin is required. Offered: fall semester.
languages (at the 300-level or above); courses in
Classical Studies; Visual Arts 204; Philosophy 210, and CLASSICAL STUDIES 204. (3)
Government and Foreign Affairs 310. LATIN LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION. Reading
and discussion of major works of classical Latin
A minor in Classical Studies requires 18 hours, at least literature. Literary themes and techniques are
3 of which must be at the 300-level or above. Students considered as well as the influence of Latin writings
may select from the following: any courses in Classical on later literature. No knowledge of Latin is
Studies; History 271, 272; Visual Arts 204; Philosophy required. Offered: spring semester.
210; and Government and Foreign Affairs 310. Greek
or Latin courses at the 200-level and above may also
apply toward the 18-hour requirement, but this minor
does not require language courses.
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CORE CULTURES
ENGLISH
FINE ARTS
Professors Fox, Kagan; Associate Professor Dubroff; The Department of Fine Arts offers three minors: one in
Senior Lecturer Prevo; Assistant Professors Music, one in Theatre, and one in the Visual Arts.
Steinkraus, Szabo, von Rueden
The requirements for a minor in Music are 15 credit
Chair: Matthew R. Dubroff hours from the following: Music 101, 121, 141, 241,
216, 217, 218, 219, 221, 321, 341, 360, Physics 135.
The Department of Fine Arts offers two majors: Theatre Of these, Music 121 and 221 are required, as is one of
and Visual Arts. the listed 300-level courses. Music 121 may be waived
for students who test out of this requirement; students
The requirement for a major in Theatre is a minimum who test out will replace this course with another
of 32 hours, to include: Theatre 101, 201, 220, listed course of their choice. Three credits accumulated
250, 251, 252, 260, 261, 321, 401, 498, and 499. from the following one-credit performance courses
Additional courses from the following: Theatre 253, may substitute for one of the listed three-credit courses
260, 261, 350, 351, 352, 353, English 270, 313, 314, (all performance credits must represent cumulative
334, French 401, German 401, Greek 301, Latin 301, work within a single instrument (or voice)); a) Music
Spanish 405, 408. Note: Theatre 260 and 261 are 250-253 or 350-353, b) Music 254-357, c) Music
courses that may be taken more than once for credit, as 270-273 or 370-373, d) private instrumental or
the topic rotates. vocal instruction at Longwood University, or e) music
ensemble participation through the Cooperative
The requirement for a major in Visual Arts is a Agreement with Longwood University.
minimum of 34 hours, to include: Visual Arts 200,
202, 220, 498, 499. Five classes from the following: Students interested in taking private music lessons for
Visual Arts 221, 222, 223, 321, 322, 323, 324, 325, academic credit can do so at Longwood University by
361, Theatre 401. Two additional classes from the enrolling in Music 155/156, 255/256 through the
following: Visual Arts 201, 204, 205, 208, 210, 360, Longwood University Cooperative Program. Students
Philosophy 218. Note: Visual Arts 360 and 361 are are encouraged to see Professor von Rueden for details.
courses that may be taken more than once for credit, as
the topic rotates. The requirements for a minor in Theatre are 15 credit
hours from the courses listed below, including at least
Students interested in majoring in the Visual Arts three Theatre offerings: Theatre 101, 201, 220, 250,
should meet with the Visual Arts faculty before or 251, 252, 253, 260, 261, 321, 401, English 270,
during their sophomore year to devise a course of study. 313, 314, 334, French 401, German 401, Greek 301,
They are strongly encouraged to complete VISU 220 Latin 301, Spanish 405, 408.
before the end of their sophomore year and VISU 200
and VISU 202 before the end of their junior year. The The requirements for a minor in the Visual Arts are 15
Visual Arts Division of the Fine Arts Department must credit hours from the Visual Arts courses listed below,
approve Visual Arts courses taken at other institutions including at least one studio, one lecture, and two
and presented for major credit. 300-level courses. Lecture courses should be chosen from
the following: Visual Arts 200, 201, 202, 204, 205,
208, 210, 360. Studio courses should be chosen from
the following: Visual Arts 220, 221, 222, 223, 321,
322, 323, 324, 325, 361.
MUSIC 270, 271, 272, 273, 370, 371, 372, 373. (1) THEATRE 220. (3)
PRIVATE APPLIED LESSONS. Private ACTING. This studio course introduces students to
instrumental or vocal lessons are practice-based acting, including basic proficiency in movement and
classes that teach musical technique, theory, and vocal techniques. Students develop an approach to
repertoire in varied styles. Students prepare scales character and an understanding of theatre through
and exercises, play solo repertoire, sight read, and extensive play-reading, scene work, and in-depth
perform. Students meet weekly for half-hour private script analysis. The course also hones memorization,
lessons with an instructor, and are responsible for oral proficiency, and presentation skills. Prerequisite:
practicing their instrument regularly. Students none. Offered: each semester.
will perform a selection of repertoire in a recital
or performance exam format at the end of the THEATRE 260. (3)
semester. Individual instructors will assign repertoire TOPICS IN THEATRE THEORY AND
appropriate to each student’s individual needs. LITERATURE. This lecture course explores a
Students will be evaluated based on their mastery specific aspect of theatre with an emphasis on
of assigned repertoire and associated assignments. theory or history. The course may concentrate on
There is an additional fee for students enrolled in a particular playwright (e.g., Shakespeare), a genre
private applied lessons. Prerequisite for 270: none. (e.g., the Comedy), or a topic interwoven with
Prerequisite for other course numbers: the previous the discipline (e.g., Political Theatre). The course
course number in the sequence. Special rules apply may examine its subjects through in-class reports,
to courses in Performance Studies (see above). discussion, and exercises, as well as through papers
and performances. Offered: each fall.
THEATRE
THEATRE 261. (3)
THEATRE 101. (3) TOPICS IN THEATRE PRACTICE. This studio
INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE. This is a general course explores a specific aspect of theatre with
survey lecture course which aims to familiarize an emphasis on performance or craft. The course
students with the history and practice of western may concentrate on a particular playwright (e.g.,
theatre. Plays are studied chronologically from the Shakespeare), a genre (e.g., the Comedy), or a
Greeks to contemporary playwrights. Geographical topic interwoven with the discipline (e.g., Political
coverage includes theatre of the world from Asia to Theatre). The course may examine its subjects
South America. Students also participate in hands- through in-class reports, discussion, and exercises, as
on theatrical activities, ranging from playwriting to well as through papers and performances.
staging scenes. No previous theatrical experience is Offered: each fall.
expected. Prerequisite: none. Offered: each semester.
THEATRE 321. (3)
THEATRE 201. (3) DIRECTING. This studio course immerses students
ASIAN THEATRE. This lecture course introduces in the comprehensive approach to theatre required
students to the rich traditional theatre of various of the director. Through extensive readings,
Asian countries, including India, China, and Japan. script analysis, character-delineation techniques,
Historical and cultural analysis provides the context organizational exercises, time-management drills,
for detailed study of dramatic theory and scripts and communication-strengthening approaches,
in translation. Students also are exposed to the students develop the skills necessary to mount
different performance techniques through practical a production. The semester culminates in the
workshop sessions and video presentations. Students presentation of a one-act play festival which is open
participate in hands-on theatrical activities, ranging to the public. Prerequisite: Theatre 101. The course
from playwriting to staging scenes. No previous is normally offered every spring semester.
theatrical experience is expected. Prerequisite: none.
Offered: spring semester of even-numbered years.
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THEATRE 401. (3) THEATRE 250, 251, 252, 253, 350, 351, 352, 353. (1)
THEATRE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY. THEATRE PRODUCTION. This course provides
This studio course focuses on the history and intensely close script analysis leading towards the
evolution of design and technology from the staging of a fully realized play, open to the public.
Renaissance to the present. Students work in Students may be involved in any of several aspects
conjunction with the department’s theatre of production, such as acting, directing, stage
productions to create a working knowledge managing, designing, or dramaturgy. Because of the
in such areas as set and light design and stage special nature of this course, it is possible to register
craft. Each student also devises his own set for it late without penalty through the fourth full
designs for prominent plays from the history of week of the semester. Special rules apply to courses
theatre. Prerequisite: Theatre 101 or consent of in Performance Studies (see above).
the instructor. Offered: spring semester of odd
numbered years. VISUAL ARTS
HISTORY
HONORS
HONORS 497-498.
(3 to 6 credit hours each semester)
HONORS CAPSTONE. Students participating
in the Honors Capstone undertake, under the
guidance of an advisory committee, at least three
and at most six hours of original scholarship during
each semester of the senior year. Prerequisites:
senior status and designation as an Honors Scholar;
approval of proposed scholarship by members of the
Honors Council. Offered: 497 in the fall semester;
498 in the spring semester.
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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
MODERN LANGUAGES
philosophy
PHILOSOPHY
Professors Hight, Janowski, Wilson PHILOSOPHY 102. (3)
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY. Does God
Chair: Marc A. Hight exist? What makes life meaningful? How to explain
consciousness? Am I somehow (how?) one and the
The requirements for a Philosophy major are Philosophy same being over time? Could a computer think?
102, 201, 210, 302 or 303, 304 or 305, 412, 413, What makes a person a person? What is the source
and an additional 9 hours in the discipline (30 total of morality? And what does morality require of
hours). Interdisciplinary majors involving philosophy me? If I want to be a good man and good citizen,
may be developed and pursued with the approval of the how should I live my life? This course welcomes
departments concerned. students to the practice of philosophy via a careful
examination of questions such as these. Be ready
For more information about the department, see its web to think hard about your basic beliefs—and to be
page. unsettled. Prerequisite: none. Offered: each semester.
104 philosophy
PSYCHOLOGY
RELIGION
religion
RHETORIC
Other credentials As soon as possible As soon as possible As soon as possible By July 15 after
due: after application is after application is after application is junior year
submitted submitted submitted
SAT or ACT tests Before November of Before January of Before February of Before May of
taken: senior year senior year senior year junior year
academic work completed at the college level is A transfer student must meet all of
a more current indicator of a student’s potential Hampden-Sydney’s proficiency and distribution
success at Hampden-Sydney, the Admissions requirements, either as a result of his previous
Committee also considers the high-school record college work or after matriculation at Hampden-
and test scores. Personal interviews are strongly Sydney. After a student has been accepted for
encouraged. admission, the Registrar will evaluate the student’s
Qualified transfer students desiring to enter official transcript and award applicable credit.
in the fall semester should apply by July 1. Those The College normally denies admission to a
interested in second-semester admission should transfer applicant if he is ineligible to return to
apply by December 1. the college from which he wishes to transfer, or if
Hampden-Sydney normally offers junior-year his previous college work fails to show promise of
standing to students holding an A.A. degree in success at Hampden-Sydney.
liberal-arts subject matter from an accredited Transfer students who expect to receive six
community or junior college. A 3.0 (B) or credit hours for composition courses taken
higher grade-point average is usually required elsewhere must take and pass the Rhetoric
for automatic junior-year standing. Up to, but Proficiency Examination at the beginning of their
not exceeding, 60 credit hours may be given for first semester of residence.
course work similar to that offered by Hampden-
Sydney for students applying under this category. DUAL ENROLLMENT
A student from another institution must have Dual enrollment credits for students earning
earned a grade of “C” or better in all courses college credits while enrolled in high school are
which he presents for transfer. Credit is normally handled like transfer credits (please see previous
awarded only for those courses equivalent to section). It is the student’s responsibility to see
courses offered at Hampden-Sydney College. that an official transcript from the community
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During or after the first day of classes, there Please note that no student may participate in
is no refund of room rent. A pro-rata refund of any intercollegiate athletic program until valid and
unused board is allowed if withdrawal occurs prior collectible primary health and accident insurance is
to two weeks before the end of the semester. verified. Proof of adequate insurance coverage must
There is no refund of the tuition, room & board be provided by all students prior to participation
for students who are suspended or expelled for on any intercollegiate team. This primary health
disciplinary reasons. and accident policy must remain in force during
For students whose withdrawal is certified as the entire period the student is participating in
necessary by the College physician, a pro-rata intercollegiate sports activities. Lapse of coverage
refund of the tuition will be made until the middle will disallow participation in intercollegiate sports
of the semester. until the policy has been reinstated. Hampden-
Sydney College does carry a supplemental,
SCHOLARSHIP PAYMENTS standard sports accident insurance policy for its
Disbursements of institutional grants and loan intercollegiate athletes. The policy covers only new
funds and federal and state grants and loan funds athletically related injuries that are sustained during
are made in equal amounts each semester. NCAA sanctioned competition or supervised
practice. For additional information concerning
OBLIGATIONS OF GRADUATING SENIORS this coverage, contact the Head Athletic Trainer at
A graduating senior who has any outstanding (434) 223-6237. For the benefit of students who
financial obligations to the College (unpaid fees, participate in approved intramural and club sports,
disciplinary or library fine, lost library-book charge, the College provides Catastrophic Injury Insurance.
etc.), or who has not completed his required
Perkins, Stafford, Booker-Stebbins, or Teaching INSURANCE ON PERSONAL VEHICLES USED
Loan exit counseling with the Financial Aid and FOR COLLEGE BUSINESS
Business Offices, may not receive his diploma at Students operating their personal vehicle or a
Commencement. He will be allowed to march in borrowed vehicle while traveling on College
the Commencement exercises, but the diploma business have primary insurance coverage under
may be held in the Business Office until all that vehicle’s insurance policy. Only when a student
obligations have been met. Transcripts will also be drives a College-owned vehicle or a College-leased
held until obligations have been met. vehicle is coverage provided under the College’s
Seniors are reminded of this policy well insurance. College insurance provides coverage for
in advance of Commencement. In addition, damages to the College’s vehicle, a College-leased
approximately two weeks before Commencement vehicle, and any other vehicles or property, should
seniors with outstanding obligations are sent the student be held responsible for such damages.
a notice specifying any obligations to be met; Students planning to travel for the College should
preparation of the notice is coordinated by the take into account these insurance provisions. Any
Business Office, in cooperation with other offices of questions regarding the vehicle insurance policy
the College. should be directed to the Controller in Cabell
It is the responsibility of each senior to make House.
sure that all obligations are met in a timely manner.
The deadline for payment of financial obligations INSURANCE ON PERSONAL POSSESSIONS
is the close of business on the Friday preceding College insurance does not cover losses of personal
Commencement. property (including motor vehicles) of students as a
result of fire, theft, damage, etc. Therefore, parents,
HEALTH INSURANCE guardians, or students are urged to consider a
All students must have primary health insurance floater on their insurance policy to cover such
coverage. Students must check their present policy possessions.
to ensure that they are covered currently and that
coverage will continue concurrently with their
attendance at Hampden-Sydney College. Students
are responsible for all medical expenses except
for those services received at the Student Health
Center without charge.
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The following Statement of Personal responsibility is agency. I further understand and agree that I am
the Hampden-Sydney student’s affirmation of their responsible for paying the collection agency’s fee
understanding of financial obligations to the College. which may be based on a percentage at a maximum
of 40 percent of my delinquent account, together
STUDENT STATEMENT OF PERSONAL with all costs and expenses, including reasonable
RESPONSIBILITY attorney’s fees, necessary for the collection of my
delinquent account. Finally, I understand and agree
PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES that my delinquent account may be reported to one
I understand and agree that tuition and other fees or more of the national credit bureaus.
that I owe as described in the Academic Catalogue
must be paid in accordance with the scheduled COMMUNICATION
due dates set forth in Expenses and Financial Aid Method of Communication: I understand and
section of this Academic Catalogue. I further agree that Hampden-Sydney College uses e-mail
understand and agree that if I drop or withdraw as an official method of communication with me
from some or all of the classes for which I register, and that therefore I am responsible for reading the
I will be responsible for paying all or a portion of e-mails I receive from Hampden-Sydney College
tuition and fees in accordance with the Expenses on a timely basis.
and Financial Aid section of this Academic
Catalogue. I have read the terms and conditions Contact: I authorize Hampden-Sydney College
of the published tuition refund schedule and and its agents and contractors to contact me at my
understand those terms are incorporated herein by current and any future cellular phone number(s),
reference. I further understand that my failure to email address(es) or wireless device(s) regarding
attend class or receive a bill does not absolve me of my delinquent student account(s)/loan(s), any
my financial responsibility as described above. other debt I owe to Hampden-Sydney College, or
to receive general information from Hampden-
DELINQUENT ACCOUNT/COLLECTION Sydney College. I authorize Hampden-Sydney
Financial Hold: I understand and agree that if I College and its agents and contractors to use
fail to pay my student account bill or any monies automated telephone dialing equipment, artificial
due and owing Hampden-Sydney College by the or pre-recorded voice or text messages, and personal
scheduled due date, Hampden-Sydney College calls and emails, in their efforts to contact me.
will place a financial hold on my student account, Furthermore, I understand that I may withdraw
preventing me from registering for future classes, my consent to call my cellular phone by submitting
requesting transcripts, or receiving my diploma. my request in writing to the Hampden-Sydney
College Manager of Student Accounts or in writing
Late Payment Charge: I understand and agree to the applicable contractor or agent contacting me
that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any on behalf of Hampden-Sydney College.
monies due and owing Hampden-Sydney College
by the scheduled due date, Hampden-Sydney Updating Contact Information: I understand
College will assess late payment fee each semester and agree that I am responsible for keeping
at the rate of 10% of the outstanding balance or Hampden-Sydney College records up to date with
$125, whichever is higher on the past due portion my current physical addresses, email addresses,
of my student account. and phone numbers by contacting the Hampden-
Sydney College Registrar’s office. Upon leaving
Collection Agency Fees: I understand and agree Hampden-Sydney College for any reason, it is my
that if I fail to pay my student account bill or responsibility to provide Hampden-Sydney College
any monies due and owing Hampden-Sydney with updated contact information for purposes of
College by the scheduled due date and fail to continued communication regarding any amounts
make acceptable payment arrangements to bring that remain due and owing to Hampden-Sydney
my account current, Hampden-Sydney College College.
may refer my delinquent account to a collection
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funds. Students who lose financial aid eligibility by President’s Scholarship: $72,000 grant
failing to maintain the aforementioned minimum ($18,000/year). For candidates who have either
academic standards may request reinstatement of a grade-point average of 3.5 or better and at least
eligibility by submitting a written appeal to the 1150 on the SAT (or 24 composite on the ACT),
Satisfactory Academic Progress Committee in or at least 1250 on the SAT (27 composite on
care of the Director of Financial Aid (Box 726). the ACT) and strong performance in a college-
(The Committee does not routinely reinstate preparatory curriculum.
eligibility, but may do so when significant Dean’s Scholarship: $48,000 grant ($12,000/
extenuating circumstances have prevented a year). For candidates who have either a grade-point
student from meeting the required standards.) average of 3.3 or better and at least 1100 on the
Academic scholarships have additional eligibility SAT (or 23 composite on the ACT), or at least
requirements. The complete Satisfactory Academic 1200 on the SAT (25 composite on the ACT)
Progress policy can be found at www.hsc.edu/ and strong performance in a college-preparatory
admissions-and-financial-aid/financial-aid/consumer- curriculum.
information/academic-progress. Alumni Scholarship: $20,000 grant
Detailed information regarding financial aid ($5,000/year). For candidates who show
policy is available from the Office of Financial Aid strong academic performance and who, in the
at (434) 223-6119 or by e-mail at hsfinaid@hsc.edu. opinion of Hampden-Sydney College, have
exhibited outstanding leadership in their school
ACADEMIC AND LEADERSHIP AWARDS or community through involvement in clubs,
organizations, publications, Scouting, church
In addition to the need-based financial aid program, activities, or volunteer work.
Hampden-Sydney offers several scholarships,
awarded without regard to financial need, which All grade-point averages stated in these scholarships
recognize outstanding academic and extracurricular are cumulative from the 9th grade through the first
achievement. All applicants for admission to the semester of the 12th grade. All SAT scores include the
College are automatically considered for these evidence-based Reading & Writing and Math section
scholarships. Additional information is available scores. Grant awards, unlike loans, do not have to be
from the Office of Admissions. repaid. Additional funding beyond these awards is
possible through our regular financial aid program,
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS based on a student’s financial need as determined by
Candidates who meet the listed standards will the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
be considered for these scholarships. For some The FAFSA application must be filed annually by the
scholarships, an interview with candidates may be College’s priority deadline.
requested. If a candidate qualifies for more than
one of these scholarships, he will be given the award These awards are renewable annually, provided the
which carries the highest recognition. student continues to meet the scholarship requirements.
Madison Scholarship: Full tuition, fees, room,
and board for four years; funding for a tablet and
summer internship or study abroad opportunity.
Awarded to the top candidate in the entering class,
as determined by academic and extracurricular
talents.
Allan Scholarship: $120,000 grant ($30,000/
year). For candidates with an SAT score of 1450
(ACT 32) or better and a 4.0+ grade point-average.
Venable Scholarship: $100,000 grant ($25,000/
year). For candidates with an SAT score of 1400
(ACT 30) or better and a 4.0 grade-point average.
Patrick Henry Scholarship: $84,000 grant
($21,000/year). For candidates with an SAT score
of 1300 (ACT 28) or better and a 3.8 grade-point
average.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Officers of the Corporation 2018-2019
M. Peebles Harrison ‘89.....................................................................................................Chairman
Orran L. Brown, Sr. ’78............................................................................................... Vice Chairman
J. Trevor Boyce ’83............................................................................................................. Secretary
John G. Macfarlane III ’76.................................................................................................. Treasurer
John Lawrence Stimpert.................................................................................................... President
Class of 2019
Orran L. Brown ’78.............................................................................................Richmond, Virginia
Charles L. Cabell ’74..........................................................................................Richmond, Virginia
Richard F. Cralle III.............................................................................................. Farmville, Virginia
Nathan J. DaPore ’00.......................................................................... Charleston, South Carolina
H. Todd Flemming ’85...................................................................................... The Plains, Virginia
William B. Howard ’77......................................................................................Alexandria, Virginia
John W. Kirk III ’72............................................................................................... Roanoke, Virginia
Thaddeus R. Shelly III ’75................................................................................Palm Beach, Florida
Class of 2020
John B. Adams, Jr. ’71..................................................................................... Richmond, Virginia
George S. Dewey IV ’94.......................................................................... Charlotte, North Carolina
John C. Ellis, Jr. ’70.................................................................................... Virginia Beach, Virginia
Salvatore Giannetti III ’86....................................................................................... Houston, Texas
John E. Mansfield, Jr. ’78................................................................................Gainesville, Georgia
W. Sheppard Miller III ’79...................................................................................... Norfolk, Virginia
Cynthia D. Payne Pryor............................................................................. Manakin-Sabot, Virginia
William Prescott Mills Schwind ’93....................................................................... Houston, Texas
Class of 2021
Eric E. Apperson ’85.................................................................................. Virginia Beach, Virginia
J. Trevor Boyce ’83........................................................................................... Poquoson, Virginia
Robert K. Citrone ’87....................................................................................Norwalk, Connecticut
Eugene W. Hickok ’72....................................................................................... Richmond, Virginia
John G. Macfarlane III ’76............................................................................... Darien, Connecticut
Jon A. Pace ’82...................................................................................................... Atlanta, Georgia
John C. Sifford ’94.........................................................................................Nashville, Tennessee
James C. Wheat III ’75..................................................................................... Richmond, Virginia
Class of 2022
Jon M. Daly ‘78.............................................................................Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Bartow Morgan, Jr. ‘94............................................................................... Lawrenceville, Georgia
Rodney P. Ruffin ’82............................................................................................. Herndon, Virginia
Mark T. Wright ’89.................................................................................................. Atlanta, Georgia
FACULTY
2018-2019 (Retired)
CHARLES FRANCIS ARCHER, JR., B.A., LOWELL THOMAS FRYE, B.A., M.A.,
M.M. (2003, 2014) Associate Professor Emeritus of Ph.D. (1983, 2018) Elliott Professor Emeritus of
Fine Arts. Rhetoric and Humanities.
GEORGE FRANKLIN BAGBY, JR., B.A., RAY ALLEN GASKINS, B.S., Ph.D. (1970,
M.A., Ph.D. (1972, 2014) Elliott Professor 1997) Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and
Emeritus of English. Computer Science.
LEON NEELY BEARD, JR., B.A., Ph.D. STANLEY ROBERT GEMBORYS, A.B.,
(1968, 1999) Professor Emeritus of Physics and Ph.D. (1967, 2005) Professor Emeritus of Biology.
Astronomy.
DAVID WILLIAM GIBSON, B.A., M.B.A.,
JOSEPH MICHAEL BERMAN, B.S., Sc.M., D.B.A, CPA, CMA, CFM (1979, 2016)
Ph.D. (1987, 2007) Associate Professor Emeritus of Professor Emeritus of Economics and Business.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
SHARON IOWA GOAD, B.S., M.A.,
GERALD MORICE BRYCE, B.S., Ph.D. M.L.I.S., Ph.D. (1993, 2012) Library Director
(1978, 2011) Elliott Professor Emeritus of Emerita.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
TONI HAMLETT, B.A., M.L.S. (2010, 2012)
GERALD THOMAS CARNEY, B.A., M.A., Technical Services Librarian.
Ph.D. (1982, 2014) Professor Emeritus of Religion.
RONALD LYNTON HEINEMANN, B.A.,
STEPHEN CADY COY, B.A., M.F.A., D.F.A. M.A., Ph.D. (1968, 2004) Squires Professor
(1981, 1993) Professor Emeritus of Fine Arts. Emeritus of History. B.A., Dartmouth College,
1961; M.A., University of Virginia, 1967;
ELIZABETH JANE DEIS, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Ph.D., University of Virginia, 1968.
(1983, 2018) Elliott Professor Emeritus of Rhetoric
and Humanities. SANDRA WOOD HEINEMANN, B.A.,
M.A.L.S. (1976, 2002) Catalogue Librarian
EDWARD WILLIAM DEVLIN, B.S., M.A., Emerita.
Ph.D. (1990, 2017) Elliott Professor Emeritus of
Biology. WILLIAM ROBERT HENDLEY, B.A., Ph.D.
(1970, 1998) Professor Emeritus of Economics.
THOMAS EDWARD DeWOLFE, A.B.,
M.A., Ph.D. (1966, 2003) Professor Emeritus of VINCENT ALBERT IVERSON, B.A., S.T.B.,
Psychology. M.A., Ph.D. (1967, 2003) Associate Professor
Emeritus of Philosophy.
CYRUS IRVINE DILLON III, B.A., M.A.,
Ph.D. (2010, 2016) Library Director. WEYLAND THOMAS JOYNER, B.S., M.A.,
Ph.D. (1957, 2004) Professor Emeritus of Physics
KEITH WILLIAM FITCH, B.S., M.A., and Astronomy.
Ph.D. (1972, 2003) Associate Professor Emeritus
of History. JAMES CHARLES KIDD, B.A., M.Mus.,
Ph.D. (1981, 2009) Barger Professor Emeritus of
EARL WILLIAM FLECK, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Music.
(2002, 2009) Provost Emeritus and Professor
Emeritus of Biology. EDWARD MARION KIESS, B.S., M.S.,
Ph.D.(1968, 1993) Professor Emeritus of Physics.
L=On leave 2018-2019. NOTE: The first date in parentheses indicates the year in which
F=On leave fall semester only. the faculty member began service at the College. The second date
S=On leave spring semester only. indicates the year of appointment to the present rank.
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ERIN DOUDERA CLABOUGH, B.A., Ph.D. ERIC GORDON DINMORE, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(2015) Assistant Professor of Biology. B.A., Randolph- (2006, 2013) Elliott Associate Professor of History.
Macon College, 1997; Ph.D., University of B.A., Haverford College, 1993; M.A., University
Virginia, 2006. of Washington, 1999; Ph.D., Princeton University,
2006.
MARYSKA S. CONNOLLY-BROWN, B.A.,
M.A.T., M.L.I.S. (2015) Technical Services Librarian. MATTHEW RAFTEN DUBROFF, B.A., M.F.A.
B.A., Augusta State University, 2009; M.A.T., (1999, 2017) Associate Professor of Fine Arts. B.A.,
Augusta State University, 2011; M.L.I.S., Valdosta Williams College, 1990; M.F.A., University of
State University, 2013. Hawaii, 1996.
JOHN CHRISTOPHER COOMBS, B.A., Ph.D. KEVIN MICHAEL DUNN, B.S., Ph.D. (1986,
(2007, 2017) Professor of History. B.A., Arizona State 2000) Elliott Professor of Chemistry. B.S., University
University, 1989; Ph.D., College of William and of Chicago, 1981; Ph.D., University of Texas, 1986.
Mary, 2003.
JOHN HIATT EASTBY, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (1989,
EVAN RAGLAN DAVIS, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. 2000) Elliott Professor of Government and Foreign
(1998, 2014) Elliott Professor of English. B.A., Affairs. B.A., Augustana College, 1975; M.A.,
Williams College, 1989; M.A., Indiana University, University of Virginia, 1978; Ph.D., University of
1993; Ph.D., Indiana University, 1998. Virginia, 1983.
CLAIRE ELIZABETH DEAL, B.A., M.A., M.F.A., CAROLINE SCOTT EMMONS, B.A., M.A.,
Ph.D. (1999, 2013) Professor of Rhetoric. B.A., Ph.D. (1998, 2012) Elliott Professor of History. B.A.,
Mercer University, 1983; M.A., Furman University, Florida State University, 1987; M.A., Florida State
1985; M.F.A., University of North Carolina University, 1992; Ph.D., Florida State University,
at Greensboro, 1990; Ph.D., George Mason 1998.
University, 2008.
KRISTIN M. FISCHER, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. (2016,
NICHOLAS P. DEIFEL, B.A., M.F.S., Ph.D. 2018) Assistant Professor of Biology. B.S., Virginia
(2012, 2018) Associate Professor of Chemistry. Tech, 2004; M.S., Virginia Tech, 2008; Ph.D.,
B.A., Kenyon College, 2002; M.F.S., The George Virginia Tech, 2012.
Washington University, 2006; Ph.D., The George
Washington University, 2011. PAIGE SARAH FLANAGAN, B.S.Ed., M.Ed.,
M.L.S. (2003, 2009) Academic Technology Librarian
JANA MARIE DeJONG, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. and Assistant Library Director. B.S.Ed., Indiana
(1995, 2002) Associate Professor of Modern Languages. University of Pennsylvania, 1989; M.Ed., Indiana
B.A., Central College, 1986; M.A., Bryn Mawr University of Pennsylvania, 1991; M.L.S.,
College, 1988; Ph.D., University of Colorado at University of South Florida, 1998.
Boulder, 1995.
PAMELA P. FOX, B.F.A., M.F.A. (1993, 2014)
KENNETH MATHEW DE LUCA, A.B., M.A., Elliott Professor of Fine Arts. B.F.A., Virginia
Ph.D. (2001, 2009) Senior Lecturer in Government Commonwealth University, 1980; M.F.A., Virginia
and Foreign Affairs. A.B., University of Chicago, Commonwealth University, 1990.
1984; M.A., Fordham University, 1992; Ph.D.,
Fordham University, 2000. JAMES WALTER FRUSETTA, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(2009, 2013) Associate Professor of History. B.A.,
GREGORY MARTIN DEMPSTER, B.S., M.B.A., University of Southern California, 1992; M.A.,
Ph.D. (1998, 2012)F Elliott Professor of Economics Arizona State University, 1996; Ph.D., University of
and Business. B.S., Louisiana State University, 1990; Maryland, 2006.
M.B.A., Louisiana State University, 1993; Ph.D.,
Auburn University, 1998. SEAN PHILIP GLEASON, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(2017) Assistant Professor of Rhetoric. B.A., Ohio
University, 2011; M.A., Ohio University, 2013;
M.A., Ohio University, 2014; Ph.D., Ohio
University, 2017.
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JUSTIN R. GREENE, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (2018) MARC A. HIGHT, B.A., M.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Rhetoric. B.A., Virginia (2001, 2013) Elliott Professor of Philosophy. B.A.,
Commonwealth University, 2004; M.A. Virginia Florida State University, 1990; M.A., Florida State
Commonwealth University, 2009; Ph.D., Virginia University, 1992; M.A., Florida State University,
Commonwealth University, 2018. 1993; Ph.D., Syracuse University, 1999.
NICOLE GREENSPAN, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. HANNAH HOLTZMAN, B.A., M.F.A., M.A.,
(2006, 2012) Associate Professor of History. B.A., York Ph.D. (2018) Visiting Assistant Professor of French
University, 1996; M.A., University of Toronto, and Rhetoric. B.A., University of Michigan, 2005;
1998; Ph.D., University of Toronto, 2005. M.F.A., University of Virginia, 2011; M.A.,
University of Virginia, 2013; Ph.D., University of
IVO IVANOV GYUROVSKI, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Virginia, 2018.
(2017) Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology. B.A.,
2009; M.A., College of William and Mary, 2011; ABIGAIL T. HORNE, B.A., Ph.D. (2014)
Ph.D., University of Chicago, 2017. Assistant Professor of English. B.A., Mount Holyoke
College, 2004; Ph.D., Washington University in St.
ROBERT GIVIN HALL, B.A., M.Div., Ph.D. Louis, 2012.
(1985, 2000) Elliott Professor of Religion. B.A.,
Davidson College, 1975; M.Div., Gordon- SHAUNNA ELAINE HUNTER, B.A., M.L.I.S.
Conwell Theological Seminary, 1978; Ph.D., Duke (2002, 2008) Library Director. B.A., Virginia
University, 1987. Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1999;
M.L.I.S., University of South Carolina, 2000.
SARAH BOYKIN HARDY, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(1995, 2009) Elliott Professor of English. B.A., ROBERT P. IRONS, B.A., M.A. (2014) Assistant
Stanford University, 1984; M.A., Princeton Professor of Classics. B.A., Hampden-Sydney
University, 1989; Ph.D., Princeton University, College, 2000; M.A., St. John's College, 2007,
1993. Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 2014.
KRISTIAN MICHAEL HARGADON, B.S., JUSTIN PATRICK ISAACS, B.A., Ph.D. (1999,
Ph.D. (2009, 2015) Elliott Associate Professor of 2016) Professor of Economics and Business. B.A.,
Biology. B.S., Hampden-Sydney College, 2001; Hampden-Sydney College, 1995; Ph.D., Auburn
Ph.D., University of Virginia, 2007. University, 1999.
A. GARDNER HARRIS, JR., B.A., M.A., Ph.D. JAMES DALE JANOWSKI, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(2017) Assistant Professor of Religion. B.A., Texas (1995, 2012) Elliott Professor of Philosophy. B.A.,
Christian University, 1996; M.A., University of Colorado State University, 1983; M.A., University
Texas at Austin, 2001; Ph.D., University of Texas at of Calgary, 1985; Ph.D., University of Illinois at
Austin, 2008. Urbana-Champaign, 1997.
RALPH SIDNEY HATTOX, B.S.F.S., M.A., REBECCA LINN JAYNE, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Ph.D. (1989, 2000) Elliott Professor of History. (2013) Elliott Assistant Professor of Mathematics and
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University, 1976; M.A., Computer Science. B.A., McDaniel College, 2006;
Princeton University, 1981; Ph.D., Princeton M.S., North Carolina State University, 2008;
University, 1982. Ph.D., North Carolina State University, 2011.
PAUL FRANCIS HEMLER, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. DIRK ROBERT JOHNSON, B.A., Magister,
(2004, 2011) Professor of Mathematics and Computer Ph.D. (2001, 2014) Elliott Professor of Modern
Science. B.S., Villanova University, 1980; M.S., Languages. B.A., Bowdoin College, 1985; Magister,
Lehigh University, 1984; Ph.D., North Carolina University of Bonn, Germany, 1989; Ph.D.,
State University, 1988. Indiana University, 2000.
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SHIRLEY KAGAN, B.A., M.F.A. (1997, 2010) DAVID EDWARD LOWRY, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Barger-Barclay Professor of Fine Arts. B.A., Williams (2012, 2018) Associate Professor of Biology. B.A.,
College, 1989; M.F.A., University of Hawaii at University of Virginia, 1993; M.A., University of
Manoa, 1996. California, Santa Barbara, 2003; Ph.D., University
of California, Santa Barbara, 2007.
TRENT M. KAYS, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (2018)
Visiting Assistant Professor of Rhetoric. B.A., LOREN LOVING MARQUEZ, B.A., M.A.,
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2009; M.A., Ph.D. (2018) Assistant Professor of Rhetoric
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2010; Ph.D., and Director of Rhetoric Tutorial Services. B.A.,
University of Minnesota, 2018. Christopher Newport University, 2000; M.A.,
Virginia Commonwealth University, 2002; Ph.D.,
JONATHAN WILMORE KEOHANE, B.S., Texas Christian University, 2007.
Ph.D. (2004, 2010)F Associate Professor of Physics
and Astronomy. B.S., Yale University, 1988; Ph.D., NOEMI MARTIN SANTO, B.A., M.A.,
University of Minnesota, 1998. Ph.D. (2018) Assistant Professor of Spanish. B.A.,
Universidad Complutense, 1999; M.A., University
ROBB TYSON KOETHER, B.S., M.A., Ph.D. of Oregon, 2010; Ph.D., Boston University, 2016.
(1981, 1997) Professor of Mathematics and Computer
Science. B.S., University of Richmond, 1973; M.A., WALTER CARLTON McDERMOTT III,
University of Oklahoma, 1974; Ph.D., University B.S.S.E., M.S., Ph.D. (1998, 2012) Professor of
of Oklahoma, 1978. Physics and Astronomy and Dean of the Faculty.
B.S.S.E., Old Dominion University, 1988; M.S.,
INDU KHURANA, B.C., M.C., M.A., Ph.D. Old Dominion University, 1991; Ph.D., Old
(2016). Assistant Professor of Economics and Business. Dominion University, 1996.
B.C., University of New Delhi, 2001; M.C.,
University of New Delhi, 2003; M.A., Florida DANIEL GLENN MOSSLER, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
International University, 2009; Ph.D., Florida (1993, 2005) Professor of Psychology. B.A., University
International University, 2012. of Texas, 1973; M.A., University of Virginia, 1975;
Ph.D., University of Virginia, 1978.
GEOFFREY SCOTT LEA, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.,
(2015) Assistant Professor of Economics and Business. PAUL HAROLD MUELLER, B.A., Ph.D. (1985,
B.A., Hampden-Sydney College, 2004; M.A., 1989) Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.A., St. Olaf
George Mason University, 2006; Ph.D., George College, 1975; Ph.D., Northwestern University,
Mason University, 2011. 1980.
KENNETH DUANE LEHMAN, B.A., M.A., NICHOLAS D. NACE, A.B., Ph.D. (2014, 2018)
Ph.D. (1992, 2005) Squires Professor of History. Assistant Professor of Rhetoric. A.B., Kenyon College,
B.A., Eastern Mennonite College, 1969; M.A., 1998; Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley,
University of New Mexico, 1985; Ph.D., 2009.
University of Texas at Austin, 1992.
JULIA ELIZABETH PALMER, B.A., M.A.,
JONATHAN STEPHEN LEVKOFF, B.S., D.B.A. M.A., Ph.D. (2006, 2009) Associate Professor of
(2014) Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics and Modern Languages. B.A., University of Virginia,
Business. B.S., University of North Carolina at 1989; M.A., University of Virginia, 1992; M.A.,
Greensboro, 1976; D.B.A., University of Virginia, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, 1994;
1982. Ph.D., University of Michigan at Ann Arbor,
1999.
BRIAN LINS, B.S., Ph.D. (2008, 2014) Elliott
Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer MARCUS PENDERGRASS, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Science. B.S., College of William and Mary, 2001; (2005, 2011) Associate Professor of Mathematics.
Ph.D., Rutgers University, 2008. B.A., University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1988;
M.A., University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1991;
SARAH LOEB, B.S., Ph.D. (2018) Assistant Ph.D., University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1994.
Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science. B.S.,
Harvey Mudd College, 2011; Ph.D., University of
Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2017.
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NATHANIEL DIXON PERRY, B.A., M.A., JANICE FAYE SIEGEL, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (2006,
M.F.A. (2008, 2014) Elliott Associate Professor of 2009) Associate Professor of Classics. B.A., Washington
English. B.A., University of North Carolina at University in St. Louis, 1983; M.A., Washington
Chapel Hill, 2001; M.A., Boston University, 2004; University in St. Louis, 1984; Ph.D., Rutgers
M.F.A., Indiana University, 2008. University, 1994.
CHARLES KIRK PILKINGTON, B.A., M.A. HERBERT JAMES SIPE, JR., B.S., Ph.D. (1968,
(1985, 2015) Senior Lecturer in History. B.A., 1981) Spalding Professor of Chemistry. B.S., Juniata
University of Mississippi, 1976; M.A., University of College, 1962; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin,
Virginia, 1979. 1969.
JAMES F. PONTUSO, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. BECKER SIDNEY SMITH, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.
(1984, 1997) Patterson Professor of Government and (2012) Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Foreign Affairs. B.A., University of Massachusetts, and Computer Science. B.S., Central Washington
1970; M.A., University of Virginia, 1977; Ph.D., University, 1993; M.S., Central Washington
University of Virginia, 1983. University, 1995; Ph.D., University of Colorado at
Boulder, 2005.
MARY AYE PREVO, B.A., M.A. (1998, 2009)
Senior Lecturer in Fine Arts. B.A., State University CURTIS JOHNSTON SMITH, B.A., M.A.,
College (SUNY) at New Paltz, 1977; M.A., Ph.D. (2000) Lecturer in Government and Foreign
Columbia University, 1979. Affairs. B.A., California Lutheran College, 1965;
M.A., The Ohio State University, 1972; Ph.D., The
SUSAN PEPPER ROBBINS, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Ohio State University, 1975.
(1988, 1996) Senior Lecturer in Rhetoric. B.A.,
Westhampton College, 1964; M.A., University of EMMA STEINKRAUS, B.A., M.A., M.F.A.
Virginia, 1966; Ph.D., University of Virginia, 1976. (2018) Assistant Professor of Fine Arts. B.A., Williams
College, 2010; M.A., University of Iowa, 2015;
JOSEPH D. ROCKELMANN, B.A., M.A., M.F.A., University of Iowa, 2016.
M.B.A., Ph.D. (2014) Visiting Assistant Professor of
Modern Languages. B.A., Auburn University, 1996; JOHN LAWRENCE STIMPERT, B.A., M.B.A.,
M.A., Purdue University, 2000; M.B.A., Roosevelt Ph.D. (2016) Professor of Economics and Business
University, 2013; Ph.D., Purdue University, 2015. and President of the College. B.A., Illinois Wesleyan
University, 1980; M.B.A., Columbia University,
GERMÁN ALONSO SALINAS, B.S., M.A. (2003, 1985; Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-
2010) Senior Lecturer in Modern Languages. B.S., Champaign, 1992.
Universidad del Atlántico, 1991; M.A., University
of Arkansas, 2002. VICTOR SZABO, B.A., B.M., Ph.D. (2017).
Assistant Professor of Music. B.A., University of
NELSON J. SANCHEZ, B.A., M.A. (2016) Michigan, 2007; B.M., University of Michigan,
Visiting Lecturer in Modern Languages. B.A., Amherst 2007; Ph.D., University of Virginia, 2015.
College, 1980; M.A., University of Texas, 1990.
SARANNA ROBINSON THORNTON, B.A.,
SHAWN HARRY SCHOOLING, B.A., M.F.A., M.P.A., Ph.D. (1996, 2006) Elliott Professor of
Ph.D. (2000, 2008) Senior Lecturer in Rhetoric. B.A., Economics and Business. B.A., Colby College, 1981;
University of Virginia, 1995; M.F.A., University M.P.A., University of Texas, 1985; Ph.D., Carnegie
of Virginia, 1997; Ph.D., University of Southern Mellon University, 1989.
Mississippi, 2000.
HUGH OVERTON THURMAN III, B.S. Ph.D.
RENÉE MARIE SEVERIN, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (2002, 2010) Associate Professor of Physics and
(1998, 2005)S Associate Professor of French. B.A., Astronomy. B.S., Old Dominion University, 1996;
Randolph-Macon Woman's College, 1983; M.A., Ph.D., Old Dominion University, 2004.
University of Virginia, 1988; Ph.D., University of
Virginia, 2003.
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KENNETH NEAL TOWNSEND, B.A., M.S., GEORGE DANIEL WEESE, A.B., Ph.D. (1989,
Ph.D. (1980, 1993) Elliott Professor of Economics 1999) Professor of Psychology. A.B., Washington
and Business. B.A., Louisiana State University, University, 1972; Ph.D., Indiana University, 1983.
1976; M.S., Louisiana State University, 1978;
Ph.D., Louisiana State University, 1983. KATHERINE JANE WEESE, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(1993, 2006) Venable Professor of English. B.A.,
JOHN MICHAEL UTZINGER, B.A., M.Div., Williams College, 1987; M.A., University of
Ph.D. (2000, 2013) Elliott Professor of Religion. Wisconsin, 1988; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin,
B.A., Valparaiso University, 1990; M.Div., Yale 1993.
University, 1993; Ph.D., University of Virginia,
2000. ALEXANDER JOHN WERTH, B.S., M.A.,
Ph.D. (1992, 2005) Trinkle Professor of Biology. B.S.,
THOMAS VALENTE, A.B., M.A., Ph.D. Duke University, 1985; M.A., Harvard University,
(1993, 1999) Associate Professor of Mathematics 1987; Ph.D., Harvard University, 1992.
and Computer Science. A.B., Colgate University,
1978; M.A., Wesleyan University, 1981; Ph.D., JULIAN S. WHITNEY, B.A., Ph.D. (2018)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1992. Visiting Assistant Professor of English. B.A., Haverford
College, 2010; Ph.D., Emory University, 2018.
CRISTINE MARI VARHOLY, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
(2005, 2009) Associate Professor of English. B.A., PATRICK ALAN WILSON, B.A., M.A.,
Wake Forest University, 1987; M.A., University of Ph.D. (1990, 2003) Professor of Philosophy. B.A.,
Wisconsin at Madison, 1993; Ph.D., University of University of Dallas, 1984; M.A., University of
Wisconsin at Madison, 2000. Notre Dame, 1986; Ph.D., University of Notre
Dame, 1989.
ALFONSO VARONA, B.M., M.M., M.A., Ph.D.
(2012)L Associate Professor of Modern Languages. WARNER RIDDICK WINBORNE, B.A.,
B.M., University of Texas at El Paso, 1994; M.M., M.A., Ph.D. (1999, 2007) Associate Professor of
University of Texas at El Paso, 1997; M.A., Government and Foreign Affairs. B.A., Hampden-
University of Texas at El Paso, 2003; Ph.D., Sydney College, 1988; M.A. Northern Illinois
University of Connecticut, 2009. University, 1993; Ph.D., Northern Illinois
University, 2001.
JENNIFER ELIZABETH VITALE, B.A., M.S.,
Ph.D. (2003, 2016) Professor of Psychology and MICHAEL JOHN WOLYNIAK, A.B., Ph.D.
Associate Dean of the Faculty. B.A., Pomona College, (2009, 2015) Elliott Associate Professor of Biology.
1996; M.S., University of Wisconsin, 1999; Ph.D., A.B., Colgate University, 1998; Ph.D., Cornell
University of Wisconsin, 2002. University, 2004.
KATHLEEN VLIEGER, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. KATHERINE ELIZA WORLEY, B.A., M.A.,
(2017) Visiting Assistant Professor of Modern Ph.D. (2008) Lecturer in Western Culture. B.A.,
Languages. B.A., Alma College, 1988; M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2001;
University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, 1994; Ph.D., M.A., Brown University, 2002; Ph.D., Brown
Vanderbilt University, 2003. University, 2008.
JEFFREY ALLAN VOGEL, B.A., M.T.S., Ph.D. MENGFAN YING, B.A., M.Ed. (2015) Lecturer
(2008, 2014) Elliott Associate Professor of Religion. in Modern Languages. B.A., Zhejiang Normal
B.A., James Madison University, 1999; M.T.S., University, 2013; M.Ed., University of Virginia,
Duke University, 2001; Ph.D., University of 2015.
Virginia, 2008.
The Committees of the Faculty meet regularly Admissions and Financial Aid Committee
throughout the academic year. Through their A subcommittee of the Academic Affairs
members suggestions about College business Committee, responsible for supervision and
or policy may be made. The major committees implementation of the admissions and financial aid
(Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs, Student policy established by the faculty.
Affairs, Budget-Audit, Benefits, Committee for Membership:
Faculty Appointments, and Grievance) and their • Dean of Admissions (Chair): Garland
subcommittees are listed below with their areas of • 3 faculty members elected each year, for
responsibility and the names and terms of their three-year staggered terms by the faculty:
members. Numbers in parentheses indicate the last Irons (18), Sipe (19), Lea (20)
year in office of full-term members; numbers in • 1 faculty member appointed annually by
square brackets indicate one-year surrogates. the President after the election of the above:
Winborne (19)
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE • Dean of Students, ex officio: Sabbatini
Responsible for general educational policy, new
academic programs and departments, curriculum Assessment Committee
and course approval, non-classroom educational A subcommittee of the Academic Affairs
resources (e.g., audiovisual materials, computer Committee, responsible for coordinating
programs, library), remedial and study skills departmental and program assessments,
programs, academic calendar, nominations of recommending approaches to assessment to
committee members where needed, and emergency departments and programs, working with visiting
action on behalf of the faculty. The committee assessment teams, and making recommendations
approves academic scheduling of class times on on future assessment strategies to the Dean of the
behalf of the faculty. Also serves as the Executive Faculty.
Committee of the faculty between faculty Membership:
meetings. May establish subcommittees and ad hoc • 3 faculty members, one from each division,
committees, for purposes definite, to report to it. elected by the division, for 3-year staggered
Membership: terms: Valente (18), Lea (19), Varona (20)
• 3 faculty members, 1 elected from each • Dean of the Faculty, ex officio: McDermott
division, by each division, for three-year • 1 faculty member appointed by the Dean of
staggered terms: Utzinger (18), Jayne (19), the Faculty for a 3-year term: DeJong (18)
Carilli (20) • Chair appointed by the Dean of the Faculty
• 1 faculty member elected at large and 1 for a 3-year term: Thurman
faculty member appointed by the President
for 2-year staggered terms: Coombs (18,a), Health Sciences Committee
D. Weese (19) A subcommittee of the Academic Affairs
• 1 student elected annually in the spring by Committee, responsible for advice and counsel for
faculty members of the committee: Griffin premedical and predental students; liaison with
Salyer schools of dentistry, medicine, and osteopathic
• Dean of the Faculty, ex officio: McDermott medicine; preparation of recommendations for
• Chair to be elected annually from the ranks applicants to such schools.
of the faculty on the committee: Coombs Membership:
• 4 faculty members, at least two of whom
should represent the natural sciences,
appointed by the President for four-year
staggered terms: Mueller/Sipe (18), Thurman
(19), Varholy (20), Hargadon (21)
• Chair, appointed by the President from
among the members: Hargadon
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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
2018-2019
Alexander V. Abbott, B.A..................................... Area Coordinator for Programming, Diversity and Inclusion,
Office of Student Affairs
Henry J. Ametti, B.G.S.................................................................................................... Assistant Soccer Coach
Shelby E. Asal...................................................................................................................................... Postmaster
Terry W. Baldwin................................................................................................................ Supervisor of Grounds
Robert W. Bareford, B.A......................................................................................................... Head Tennis Coach
Zita M. Barree, B.S., M.B.A............................................................................................. Director of Financial Aid
Elizabeth S. Blevins, B.M., M.M., M.Ed.................................................................Counselor, Counseling Center
Stephen C. Boles, B.A................................................................................................ Superintendent of Grounds
Nicole V. Branch, B.S.....................................................................Prospect Researcher, College Advancement
Lisa A. Burns, B.S, M.S....................................................................................... Director for Academic Success
Aaron P. Busi......................................Windows Systems Administrator/Network Analyst, Computing Center
Alison L. Cameron, B.S., M.Ed............................................................................................ Head Athletic Trainer
William R. Cameron, B.A............................................................................................ Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Sue V. Carter, A.A., B.S., M.S....................................... Director of Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator
A. Cameron Cary, B.S.................................................................................................. Director of College Events
Lynn N. Clements........................................................................................... Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Dawn Congleton, B.S., M.B.A...................................................................................................................Registrar
Maryska S. Connolly-Brown, B.A., M.A.T., M.L.I.S..........................Technical Services Librarian, Bortz Library
Sandra P. Cooke, B.S., B.A................................Director of Student Affairs Operations and Civic Engagement
Evan R. Davis, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.............................................................................. Assistant Dean of the Faculty
Robert R. Davis III.................................................................................. Software Developer, Computing Center
Thomas A. DiNuzzo, B.A., M.Ed........................................................................................... Head Soccer Coach
Cheryle M. Dixon, B.S., M.S.................................................................................Webmaster, Computing Center
Wesley M. Dodson, B.S..................................................Assistant Football Coach and Defensive Coordinator
Candice J. Dowdy, B.S.............................................. Director of Constituent Relations, College Advancement
John L. Dudley, B.A., M.S................................................................................. Director of College Social Media
James W. Early, B.F.A................................................................................................................. Graphic Designer
Chad E. Eisele, B.A., M.S.A.................................................................................................... Director of Athletics
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SUPPORT STAFF
2018-2019
Beverly B. Hines, B.S., M.S............... Stockroom Supervisor, Chemistry Department and Fine Arts Assistant
Jane F. Holland.................................................................................... Senior Academic Secretary, Morton Hall
Jason L. Huskey, B.A..................................................Hardware/Desktop Support Analyst, Computing Center
Shirley T. Huskey....................................................................................................Student Life Data Coordinator
Charles W. Ironmonger, Jr..................................... Fire Safety Supervisor and Acting Emergency Coordinator
Krista F. Jacobs......................................................................... Administrative Assistant, Athletic Department
R. Wayne Jamerson...........................................................................................Public Safety and Police Officer
Jennie S. Jenkins, B.S....................................................................Laboratory Technician, Biology Department
Lisa S. Johnson, B.S........................................................................ Payroll Manager, Human Resources Office
Norma S. Kernodle..............................................................................Public Information Services Coordinator
Barbara P. Kiewiet de Jonge, B.S.N. R.N.-B.C......................................................Primary College Health Nurse
Linda G. Layne, A.A.S..............................................................................................Human Resources Assistant
J. Michael Liptrap II............................................................................................Public Safety and Police Officer
Tina D. Major, A.A.S., B.S., M.L.I.S........................................ Library Assistant in Acquisitions and Cataloging
Noel Malave....................................................................................................Public Safety and Police Sergeant
Kelly S. Malone Dudley, B.A................................................................................................... Web Content Editor
Debbie W. Maxey.............................................................................. Operations Supervisor, Admissions Office
Linda M. Napier.................................................................... Gift Accounting Assistant, College Advancement
Rachel A. Napier, A.A.S.......................................... Financial Aid Counseling Assistant/Systems Coordinator
Lisa H. Newcomb........................................................ Data Management Coordinator, College Advancement
Parker M. Nixon......................................................................Coordinator of Local Media and Assistant to the
Director of Marketing and Communications
C. Edward Palmertree, Jr., A.A.S....................................................... Telecommunications System Technician
O. Bret Peaden, B.A.....................................................................................Library Assistant for Public Services
Sharon J. Perutelli, B.A................................................ Academic Administrative Assistant, Rhetoric Program
Jennifer A. Porter............................................................. Gift Accounting Coordinator, College Advancement
Shannon N. Price, A.A.S.....................................Accounts Payable/Student Loan Specialist, Business Office
Brandy R. Puckett, B.S.......................................................................Administrative Assistant, Business Office
Brenda M. Reamer......................................... Helpdesk Coordinator and Office Assistant, Computing Center
Gregory Reed, A.A.S......................................Audio Visual/Hardware Support Technician, Computing Center
Elizabeth M. Robertson............................................................................. Data Coordinator, Admissions Office
Irvin M. Robertson..............................................Laboratory Technician, Physics and Astronomy Department
Karen I. Rostan, A.A.S............................................. Operations Assistant and Merchandise Buyer, Bookstore
John C. Shelton, A.A.S......................................................................................Assistant Fire Safety Technician
Bobby L. Simmons.........................................................................................Public Safety and Police Sergeant
C. Beckie Smith, A.A.S...................................................................................... Academic Secretary, Gilmer Hall
S. Nicole Sozos.........................................................................................................Postal Operations Assistant
P. Lee Stone, A.A.S., B.S.....................................................................................Public Safety and Police Officer
Casey M. Tharpe, B.A........................................................... Administrative Manager, Ferguson Career Center
Sarah W. Tolley, B.S............................................................................................. Office Manager, Physical Plant
Patricia A. Townsend, B.S., M.Ed...................................... Administrative Assistant, Office of Student Affairs
Adrienne M. Traylor, B.A..........................................................................Wellness Center Care Coordinator and
Title IX Prevention and Education Planner
Kevin A. Tuck, B.S., M.A....................................................Production Manager, Marketing & Communications
Ferenc Varga, B.A................................................................................................ Library Assistant in Cataloging
Gerri C. Williams................................Senior Administrative Assistant to the Director for Academic Success
Tamara N. Wright......................................................................Academic Administrative Assistant, Bagby Hall
& Global Education and Study Abroad
Desiree A. Varga.........................................................................................Library Assistant for Public Services
Sandra F. Yeatts, B.M.E., M.S................................................. Administrative Assistant, College Advancement
MATTERS OF RECORD
DEGREES AWARDED
May 12, 2018
DOCTOR OF HUMANE LETTERS
Arthur C. Brooks
Kenneth P. Ruscio
BACHELOR OF ARTS
HUNTER EVANS ALCORN DANIEL CLIFTON BEDARD RICHARD BRADFORD BOOTH
Raleigh, NC Newport News, VA Danville, VA
Ravenscroft School Menchville High School Halifax County High School
Economics and Business Economics and Business Economics and Business
Minor in History Minor in Military Leadership &
CHARLES ANTHONY BELMONTE National Security
ERIC DONALD ALLEN Emporia, VA
Virginia Beach, VA Brunswick Academy RICHARD WILSON BOOTH
First Colonial High School Economics Cary, NC
Government Green Hope High School
Minor in Military Leadership & RYAN JOHN BELTRONDO Religion
National Security Waxhaw, NC Minor in Rhetoric
Charlotte Catholic High School
ROBERT BROOKS APPERSON Economics and Business KORBIN CLAY BORDONIE
Virginia Beach, VA Mechanicsville, VA
Cape Henry Collegiate School GEORGE SPARKS BENNETT Hanover High School
Government Lynchburg, VA Economics and Business
E. C. Glass High School
JOSEPH DANIEL ATCHESON History ERIC JAMES BOYLE
Richmond, VA Minor in Visual Arts Reisterstown, MD
Douglas S. Freeman High School Summa cum laude Franklin High School
Economics English
Cum laude STEPHEN CRAIG BERESIK Minor in Rhetoric
Point Pleasant Boro, NJ
HAYDEN PATRICK BASSE Point Pleasant Beach High School HUNTER LEE BROWN
Fairfax Station, VA Classical Studies Charlottesville, VA
Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School Cum laude Albemarle High School
History Distinction in Classics Economics and Business
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
PERSUS OFORI AKOWUAH TILLMON EDWARD COOK JACOB MICHAEL GRAY
Manassas, VA Concord, NC King George, VA
Stonewall Jackson High School Central Cabarrus High School King George High School
Biology Mathematical Economics Physics
Minor in Chemistry Minor in Mathematics Minor in Astronomy and Mathematics
Cum laude Magna cum laude
CARLO JAMES ANSELMO
Oceanside, CA HAYDEN JAMES DOUGHERTY BENJAMIN GARDNER HACKLEY
El Camino High School Kitty Hawk, NC Waynesboro, VA
Applied Mathematics and Mathematical First Flight High School Waynesboro High School
Economics Chemistry and Economics Computer Science
Summa cum laude Summa cum laude
College Honors First Honor CHANCE TYLER HASTINGS
Distinction in Mathematics Appomattox, VA
JAKE EMORY EHEART Appomattox County High School
SHEMAR MANDELL BLAKENEY Barboursville, VA Chemistry
Clarksville, VA Orange County High School
Bluestone High School Physics ROBERT WESLEY HOLLAND, JR.
Biology Goochland, VA
DREW THOMAS ELLIOTT Benedictine College Preparatory
LUCIAN FERRIS BLOODWORTH Appomattox, VA Biology
III Appomattox County High School
Mountain Brook, AL Biology JAMES DONALD INGERSOLL
Mountain Brook High School Minor in Chemistry Crozet, VA
Biology Cum laude Western Albemarle High School
Minor in Chemistry Distinction in Biology Biology
Magna cum laude Minor in Visual Arts
College Honors NOAH CHRISTOPHER FRAZIER Distinction in Biology
Distinction in Biology Fredericksburg, VA
Massaponax High School ROBERT IAN JACKSON
JAKE HOLMES BURNS Biochemistry Molecular Biology Huntington, WV
Midlothian, VA Huntington High School
Midlothian High School WILLIAM STEVEN FUSSY Biology
Physics Waxhaw, NC Minor in Chemistry
Cuthbertson High School Magna cum laude
KYLE ANDREW BURNS Biology College Honors
Hampden-Sydney, VA Summa cum laude
Prince Edward County High School College Honors GUILHERME JENDIROBA
Mathematical Economics GUIMARÃES
Minor in Mathematics ANDRES HERNANDEZ GARCIA Ribeirao Preto, BRAZIL
Cum laude Brentwood, CA The Miller School
Liberty High School Chemistry
BENJAMIN JAMES CARSON IV Applied Mathematics and Chemistry Summa cum laude
Winston-Salem, NC College Honors
Mount Tabor High School TYLER GRANT GLADDEN
Biology and Spanish Salem, VA PATRICK DUNCAN KLINE
Salem High School New Cumberland, PA
NICHOLAS FOSTER CHASE Biology Trinity High School
Wilmington, NC Mathematical Economics
Coastal Christian High School BRIAN MATTHEW GOODWYN Minor in Mathematics
Biology Chester, VA
Summa cum laude Thomas Dale High School WESLEY FREEMAN KUEGLER
Second Honor Biochemistry Molecular Biology Prospect, VA
Appomattox County High School
GRAYSON MEADE COGAN Computer Science
Crozet, VA Minor in Biology
Western Albemarle High School Summa cum laude
Chemistry College Honors
Minor in Astronomy and History
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ZACHARY STEPHEN LEITNER MATTHEW CHARLES REGAN GRANT THOMAS VAN GORDER
Suffolk, VA Purcellville, VA Great Falls, VA
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Loudoun Valley High School Langley High School
Biology Physics Applied Mathematics and Computer
Minor in Mathematics Science
MARK AVERY MASON Magna cum laude
Ashland, VA DAKOTA MICHAEL REINARTZ
Deep Run High School Phoenix, AZ SEAN DOUGLAS WALDEN
Biology Paradise Valley High School Chesterfield, VA
Minor in Chemistry Biology Cosby High School
Summa cum laude Biology
TYLER AUSTIN McGAUGHEY Distinction in Biology Minor in Chemistry
Danville, VA Cum laude
George Washington High School DALLAS ADAM ROARK Distinction in Biology
Biology Blackstone, VA
Minor in Chemistry Nottoway High School THOMAS EVAN WATSON
Distinction in Biology Biology Great Falls, VA
Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School
RICHARD WOOD MORGAN III HAYDEN HILL ROBINSON Biology
Durham, NC Douglasville, GA Minor in Environmental Studies
Durham Academy Heritage School
Biology Biology WILLIAM MICHAEL WOODS
Summa cum laude Savannah, GA
PATRIK ILMARI NEMCEFF College Honors Savannah Country Day School
Alexandria, VA Biology
Menchville High School ZACHARY GRANT SHERMER Minor in Environmental Studies
Biology Suffolk, VA
Nansemond River High School RYAN ALEXANDER YOST
TRAVIS McKENZIE NEWCOMB Physics Holly Ridge, NC
Pamplin, VA Minor in Astronomy West Forsyth High School
Prince Edward County High School Cum laude Applied Mathematics and Computer
Computer Science Science
Minor in Mathematics CODY WAYNE SMITH Summa cum laude
Magna cum laude Bristol, VA College Honors
Virginia High School
IAN PATRICK O’MALLEY Biology and Physics PETER ALLEN YUKICH
Front Royal, VA Magna cum laude Davidson, NC
Colonial Forge High School College Honors Homeschool for North Carolina
Applied Mathematics and Computer Biology
Science JAMES VINCENT TAYLOR Minor in Chemistry
Minor in Classical Studies Midlothian, VA
Summa cum laude Blessed Sacrament-Huguenot
Biology
THOMAS LEE PARKS Minor in Chemistry
Parksley, VA
St Pius X Catholic High School CECIL McRAY TIBLIN
Biology Locust Grove, VA
Minor in Military Leadership & National Orange County High School
Security Physics
Cum laude Minor in Mathematics
College Honors Magna cum laude
Distinction in Physics
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COMMISSIONING
Robert Wesley Holland, Jr.
Second Lieutenant, United States Army
Thomas James Goggins ..............................Newport News, VA Tyler Alan LeFevre .......................................... Chesapeake, VA
Caelan William Gold .............................. Fort Wainwright, AK Charles Lawrence Lemon .....................................Roanoke, VA
Brett Killian Goodson ........................................Charlotte, NC Evan Daniel Lester .................................................Chester, VA
Nicolas Joseph Graziano .............................Virginia Beach, VA Trevon C. Loftin .....................................................Lanexa, VA
William Clark Green .......................................... Portland, ME Tyler Tristan Lohman .......................................Centreville, VA
Nicholas Daniel Grohowski ............................Chesterfield, VA Miles Thomas Lowman .......................................Roanoke, VA
Andrew James Gustafson ...........................................Elgin, SC Brayden Carr Lozaw .............................................Raleigh, NC
Sean Andrew Gustafson ........................................Orlando, FL Benjamin Forrest Mahone ..........................Mechanicsville, VA
Jacob Nicholas Hahn ......................................Ruckersville, VA John Patrick Manger ...................................Virginia Beach, VA
Jeffery Dillon Hall ............................................. Powhatan, VA Michael Joseph Martin ...................................Charleston, WV
Seth Halman ..............................................Virginia Beach, VA Robert Wayne Martin .......................................... Hanover, VA
John Milton Hammer IV.................................Jacksonville, FL Damian Martinez Pineda ...........................Virginia Beach, VA
Harrison Walker Hanes ...................................... Herndon, VA William Taylor Mason ..........................................Raphine, VA
Mason Scott Harney .........................................Springfield, VA William Tate Mayberry .................................. Appomattox, VA
William Allen Harrison II......................................Henrico, VA James Brooks McCabe ......................................Lynchburg, VA
Robert Curtis Haskins .....................................Midlothian, VA Joshua Warren McCarns ...................... North Chesterfield, VA
Davis Alan Hatch .......................................Mechanicsville, VA Ian Robert McCrory ............................................Leesburg, VA
Jonathan Baker Haviland .....................................Roanoke, VA Christopher Luke McGarry .................................. Moseley, VA
Andrew Michael Scott Hay ....................................Chester, VA John Brendan McHale ..................................Daniel Island, SC
Stuart Ellsworth Haynes IV.........................Mechanicsville, VA Cooper John McKaskel ................................. Wake Forest, NC
Norjon Messiah Hedman ...........................Virginia Beach, VA John Meek McKibbin V.....................................Davidson, NC
Austin Lee Held ...............................................Grovetown, GA Luke Evan McKown .......................................Charleston, WV
Tyler Furman Hewitt .........................................Charlotte, NC Hunter Christian D. McLean ............................ Carrboro, NC
Douglas Huguenin Hogan ................................. Scottsville, VA Jared Ryan Medwar ..................................................Apex, NC
Frederick Thomas Hope ....................................... Norfolk, VA Douglas Philip Mendoza ...............................King George, VA
Jackson Graham Horner ....................................... Moseley, VA Zachary Thomas Millen ...................................Midlothian, VA
Nathan Emery Houser .......................................... Norfolk, VA William Henry James Molali ................. Havre De Grace, MD
Allen Thomas Howard, Jr...............................Washington, NC Michael Harrison Moncure ..................................Henrico, VA
James Tyler Howerton ...................................... Alexandria, VA Tucker Austin Moore .......................................... Evington, VA
Ian Charles Hurst ....................................... Chevy Chase, MD Aaron Emonte Moorer ..................................... Alexandria, VA
Skyler Grayson Ingold .................................New London, NC Bartow Morgan III......................................Lawrenceville, GA
Gunner Anders Isaksen ...........................................Catlett, VA Matthew Davis Muehleck ...............................Martinsville, VA
Bradley Joseph Jeffers ........................................Warrenton, VA Jacob Wesley Myers .............................................Roanoke, VA
Jack Livingston Johnson .........................................Suffolk, VA Colin Lee Myers ..................................................... Fairfax, VA
Jacob Tipton Johnson .................................. Williamsburg, VA Andrew James Neal ................................................ Bristow, VA
Palmer Ray Jones ...................................................Chester, VA Giovanni Matthew Needham ..................................Toano, VA
Riggs Alexander Jordan ..........................................Spencer, VA Kyle Logan Nelson .........................................Chesterfield, VA
Jonathan Jacob Justus ........................................Damascus, VA Edmund Walter Newman III............................... Farmville, VA
Nicholas Scott Kallivokas ..................................Purcellville, VA Jake Crowell O’Brien ...........................................Scituate, MA
Dylan Vincent Karig ...................................Virginia Beach, VA Thor Sullivan Oglesby ....................................Scotts Valley, CA
Haddon Hampton Keogh ................................... Berkeley, CA Luke Anthony Oley ..........................................Glen Allen, VA
Joshua Alan Kessler .....................................Virginia Beach, VA Chase Jamison Overton ..............................Christiansburg, VA
Isaiah Christopher Kilby-Sharp ................... Charlottesville, VA Blair Thomas Page ............................................Richmond, VA
Brennon Cade Kimbler ............................................Bristol, VA Blake Levincent Page ........................................Richmond, VA
David Francis King III.................................Fredericksburg, VA Tanay Pandey ...................................................Centreville, VA
John Ryan King ........................................... Murrells Inlet, SC Austin Scott Pannell ....................................... Appomattox, VA
Christopher Morgan Koerner ....................Manakin Sabot, VA Christopher Chance Parrish II.............................. Denton, NC
Jacob Adam Lafoon ..............................................Henrico, VA Spencer Ryan Parrish .................... Charlotte Court House, VA
Cullen Dale Lamm-Hoover ............................Chesterfield, VA James Wayne Patterson II....................................... Hoover, AL
Samuel Augustus Lanham ................................Round Hill, VA Alexander Penn Pearce .................................... Chesapeake, VA
Clay Holden Lassiter ..................................Mechanicsville, VA Robert W. Peddrew III........................................ Hampton, VA
Jonathan Ryan Lawson .................................. Kitty Hawk, NC Justin Javon Pollard ..............................................Culpeper, VA
Peter Joseph LeBel III........................................ Gloucester, VA Thomas Talmadge Ponder, Jr............................Jacksonville, FL
James Brilee Leber .................................................... Hayes, VA Jonah Christopher Popp .................................Stone Ridge, VA
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Matthew Alexander Hicks ................. Saint Simons Island, GA Michael Griffin McNamara ..................................Raleigh, NC
Nicklaus Scott Hinckle .....................................Glen Allen, VA Nathan James McVey ..........................................Nashville, TN
Tyler James Hines .................................................... Hayes, VA Cameron Scott Meyers ......................................... Benson, NC
Chase Garreth Holland ..................................... Gloucester, VA Benjamin Alexander Mogren ..................................Suffolk, VA
Andrew McCabe Holloway .................................. Norfolk, VA Matthew Howard Moody .....................................Raleigh, NC
Kevin Joseph Hood ...........................................Richmond, VA Michael Thomas Moody .......................................Raleigh, NC
Davis Powell Hornak .............................. Mountain Brook, AL Graham Austin Moore ............................................Suffolk, VA
Andrew Palmer Howell ...............................Fredericksburg, VA Jarrett Anthony Moore .......................... Prince Frederick, MD
William Stout Hughes ................................Virginia Beach, VA Jared Anthony Morgan ...........................Colonial Heights, VA
Thomas Gray Hurdle II............................ Winston-Salem, NC John Major Morgan .......................................... Onancock, VA
Marcos Porfirio Imbillicieri ....................................Natick, MA James Edward Mozingo .................................Cumberland, VA
Ryan Jacob Irizarry ............................................... Norfolk, VA Richard Warren Myers ..........................................Raleigh, NC
William Douglas Jackson II............................Birmingham, AL Dalton Lee Nash .............................................. Montpelier, VA
Alexander Blake Jaramillo ................................ Locust Hill, VA Daniel Allen Newberry .......................................Berryville, VA
Chaise Steven Johnson ......................................Richmond, VA Daniel Andrew Newsom ..................................Midlothian, VA
Jeffrey David Johnson, Jr................................ Huntersville, NC William Pierce Nottingham ............................... Columbia, SC
Tyler Douglas Jones ..............................................Henrico, VA Austin Logan Obenshain ............................... New Creek, WV
Andrew Connor Kasiski .................................. Chesapeake, VA Michael Alexander O’Malley .......................... Front Royal, VA
Nicholas Fowler Kasprzak ....................................Wendell, NC Owen Patrick O’Neill .......................................Glen Allen, VA
Duncan Kirk Keeley ..........................................Charlotte, NC Austin Michael Ortiz ................................... Williamsburg, VA
Landon Ty Kennedy ..................................Newport News, VA Bryan Keith Palmore .............................South Chesterfield, VA
Liam James Kenny ......................................... Kitty Hawk, NC Tanner Seabrook Pardue ........................... Morehead City, NC
Austin Paige Kesler ......................................... Chesapeake, VA Alexander Woodward Parham ..........................Richmond, VA
Ryan Benjamin Killen ..................................... Knightdale, NC Garrett Michael Patnesky ......................................Raleigh, NC
John Davis Kimberly, Jr.......................................Asheville, NC Colin Nicholas Penn .......................................Martinsville, VA
Christopher Carson King ........................... Chickamauga, GA Brandon Davis Perry .............................................Henrico, VA
Travis Walton Knick ..................................Fuquay Varina, NC Keifer Devine Pfister .................................................Apex, NC
Houston Charles Knight ..........................................Toano, VA Keith Thomas Phillips ..........................................Raleigh, NC
John Brandon Koch ....................................... Spotsylvania, VA Patrick Berryman Phillips ..........................Newport News, VA
Noah Salig Kramer .............................................. Danville, VA Andreas Robert Piepenburg .............................. The Plains, VA
Daniel Jacob Krohn .............................................Houston, TX Noah Adam Pinchefsky .......................................Keysville, VA
Carrington William Lanier ...................................Henrico, VA John Powell Pittman II...................................... Courtland, VA
Grady Michael Larsen .......................................Glen Allen, VA Thomas Everett Puri ..............................................Atlanta, GA
John Francis Lee ................................................... Easton, MD Christian Douglas Quick .............................Hillsborough, NC
Collin Campbell Lenfest ....................................Waltham, MA Kevin Antonio Quinn ........................................ Durham, NC
Ciaran Patrick Lewis ......................................... Alexandria, VA Haynes Hofford Robinson .....................................Atlanta, GA
Robert Blake Lewis ............................................Davidson, NC Thomas McGregor Rolf .......................................Leesburg, VA
Nathaniel De’Mar Lloyd ................................Gordonsville, VA Jackson Peter Rush ................................................ Stafford, VA
Carmen Walker Lozaw .........................................Raleigh, NC Meriwether Anderson Sale III............................... Ashburn, VA
Jayson Garrett Maitland .........................Colonial Heights, VA Ryan David Sanfilippo ................................Mechanicsville, VA
Bradley Davis Malarkey .............................Newport News, VA Rory Franklin Sargalis ......................................... Durham, NC
Bryan Francis Malboeuf ................................ Barboursville, VA Henry Thomas Schaaf .......................................Richmond, VA
Jacob Todd Mann ............................................Haw River, NC Sanders Thornley Schoolar V.......................Virginia Beach, VA
George Tanham Marshall .................................Round Hill, VA Cannen Leonard Shell ................................... Gum Spring, VA
Hunter Wayne Marshall .............................Mechanicsville, VA Kyle Claxton Shenk .......................................... Glen Rock, PA
Richard Michael Marstellar II.....................Newport News, VA Colby Gray Shriver ...............................................Keswick, VA
William Joseph Martin VI..................................Lexington, KY David Du Pont Silliman, Jr................................Charleston, SC
Chiles Bentley Mason, Jr..............................Virginia Beach, VA Evan Joseph Simpson ................................. Mechanicsburg, PA
Gregory Chase Mayberry ............................... Appomattox, VA Frederick Arlen Smith III.......................South Chesterfield, VA
Michael Lawrence McCabe, Jr...........................Lynchburg, VA Graham Copeland Smith ...................................Lexington, SC
Joshua Keith McCormack .................................... Stafford, VA Neil Robert Eugene Smith ......................................Vienna, VA
Keenan Robert McDowell ............................. Kitty Hawk, NC William Jackson Smith IV..........................................Zuni, VA
David James McElrath ................................. Williamsburg, VA Barrett Killoran Smithson ...........................Elizabeth City, NC
Sean William McMurray ..........................................Apex, NC David James Sniffen ............................................ Manassas, VA
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Tyler Austin McGaughey ..................................... Danville, VA Logan Avery Samuels ............................................. Bowie, MD
Matthew Baxter McKay ...................................... Farmville, VA Brian Scott Schneider ........................................Charlotte, NC
Samuel Steele Melson ......................................Collierville, TN Jesse Alexander Scott ................................... Charlottesville, VA
Christopher Ian Gros Mercer ....................... Williamsburg, VA Chandler Berrier Shaheen .................................Richmond, VA
David Logan Dakota Miller ..................................... Hayes, VA Zachary Grant Shermer ..........................................Suffolk, VA
Matthew Ryan Molesky .................................. Fayetteville, NC Bruce Alexander Shober ................................. Appomattox, VA
Philip James Mollica III........................................Roanoke, VA Quinn Ryan Sipes .......................................Virginia Beach, VA
Zane Sears Moody .............................................. Nahunta, GA Alexander Gabriel Smith .................................Chesterfield, VA
Thomas Edward Moon ...................................... Columbia, SC Cody Wayne Smith ..................................................Bristol, VA
William Spurr Moore, Jr..................................... Powhatan, VA Parker Thomas Smith .....................................Jeffersonton, VA
Richard Wood Morgan III................................... Durham, NC Roger Avery Smith ....................................... South Boston, VA
James Pepper Moss ..........................................Midlothian, VA Joseph Michael Tate Socha ..................................... Berlin, MD
John Landon Moss ....................................... Huntersville, NC Brandon Edward Solomonov ................................Henrico, VA
Thomas Broun Munford ...................................Richmond, VA Carter Robertson Speidel ............................ Charlottesville, VA
Samuel Shanon Murphy .............................Virginia Beach, VA Wesley Spencer, Jr. II............................................ Victoria, VA
Malcolm Ibrahim N’diaye .............................................Sweden Thomas Christian Stauffer .................................Bethesda, MD
Dallas Clayton Negaard ...................................Midlothian, VA Geoffrey Tyler Stevens .......................................Southport, NC
John King Nelms III..............................................Raleigh, NC Christopher Thomas Stoner ............................... Scottsville, VA
Patrik Ilmari Nemceff ................................Newport News, VA Alexander Robert Tait ................................Newport News, VA
Travis McKenzie Newcomb ..................................Pamplin, VA James Vincent Taylor .......................................Midlothian, VA
Samson Hart Newlin ..................................... Gum Spring, VA Stewart Thames IV.................................................Mobile, AL
John Stuart Niemeyer, Jr.................................. Chesapeake, VA Evan Scott Thompson ...................................... Cartersville, VA
Michael Thomas Nordahl .................................Richmond, VA Giles Houston Thompson ................................Richmond, VA
Clayton Covington Norton ......................... Williamsburg, VA Cecil McRay Tiblin ......................................Locust Grove, VA
Conor McLeod O’Brien ........................................Berwyn, PA Evan Robert Todero ..................................... Williamsburg, VA
Robert Ashton Olsen .......................................Midlothian, VA Peyton Nicholas Tolley ................................... Appomattox, VA
Ian P. O’Malley ............................................... Front Royal, VA Luis Felipe Torres Duran ...........................................Colombia
Grant Carter Osterlund ..................................Monument, CO John Bartlett Trigg ............................................Richmond, VA
Jon Spencer Pace ....................................................Atlanta, GA James Corey Turner, Jr............................................Orange, VA
Marshall McRae Parks ......................... North Chesterfield, VA Ryan Scott Turner .................................................Raleigh, NC
Thomas Lee Parks ..................................................Atlanta, GA Bailey Alexander Tyner ............................ Winston-Salem, NC
Zachary Ray Perkins ...................................... Appomattox, VA Eduardo Luca Valentin-Morales ....................... Frederick, MD
Aaron David Persily ........................................Charleston, WV Grant Thomas van Gorder ................................ Great Falls, VA
Adam Francis Phelps ............................................... Crozet, VA Robert Hamilton Vaughan, Jr................................Raleigh, NC
John D. Pionzio ......................................................Lorton, VA Kyler Bruce Vela ...............................................Cumming, GA
Charles Frederick Pisano III............................Bernardsville, NJ Marshall Bieler Via .....................................Virginia Beach, VA
Connor Scott Pool .............................................Charlotte, NC Hunter Ned Wagnon ..................................Virginia Beach, VA
David Edward Prince, Jr..................................... Powhatan, VA Sean Douglas Walden .....................................Chesterfield, VA
Jacob Christopher Ranson ...................................Concord, VA Jonathan Aaron Walkey ...................................Midlothian, VA
Andrew Rosten Ratliff ....................................... Powhatan, VA Daniel Christopher Waltz ..........................Newport News, VA
Austin Daniel Reed ...............................................Corolla, NC Thomas Evan Watson ....................................... Great Falls, VA
Edward Whitaker Reed ....................................... Farmville, VA Spencer Dunaway Welch ......................... Winston-Salem, NC
Matthew Charles Regan ....................................Purcellville, VA Mason McClure Whitaker ....................................Fairfield, VA
Dakota Michael Reinartz ......................................Phoenix, AZ Bennie Christopher Williams III.......................Springfield, VA
William Mitchell Renfrow .................................Charlotte, NC Conner Dulany Williams ..................................Richmond, VA
Neal Matthew Reynolds .......................................... Forest, VA Corey Jacob Williams .......................................... Emporia, VA
Amal Kimani Riley ........................................Washington, DC Winfield Grant Willis ...........................................Henrico, VA
Dallas Adam Roark ...........................................Blackstone, VA Hunter Grayson Windley ............................... Chesapeake, VA
Gregory Claiborne Robins ................................Richmond, VA Duncan Livingston Wingfield III................. Williamsburg, VA
Hayden Hill Robinson ...................................Douglasville, GA William Michael Woods .................................... Savannah, GA
Skyler Mckinzie Robinson .................................... Norfolk, VA Ryan Alexander Yost ......................................Holly Ridge, NC
Ryan Carl Rodes ................................................... Bedford, VA Peter Allen Yukich ..............................................Davidson, NC
Christopher Nicholas Ross ................................Gainesville, VA James Andrew Zambetti ....................................Charlotte, NC
Joseph John Ruppert ..........................................Charlotte, NC David Roland Zwick ......................................Kensington, MD
John Freeman Russell ..................................Virginia Beach, VA
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INDEX
A C
Academic Calendar...................................................... 3 Career Preparation..................................................... 22
Academic Policies and Practices............................. 26 Graduate Study........................................................... 22
Academic Requirements............................................. 8 Business............................................................. 22
Core Requirements.............................................. 8 Ministry............................................................... 22
Rhetoric Requirement.......................................... 9 Engineering........................................................ 22
Major Requirement............................................ 10 Government........................................................ 22
Credit Hours Requirement................................ 10 Law..................................................................... 22
Residence Requirement.................................... 10 Medicine and Dentistry..................................... 23
Quality GPA Requirement.................................. 11 Secondary School Teaching............................. 23
Second Bachelor’s Degree................................ 11 Chemistry.................................................................... 47
Academic Scholarships...........................................132 Citizen-Leader Scholarships....................................133
Madison............................................................132 Classics (Greek, Latin, Classical Studies)................ 51
Allan..................................................................132 Committees of the Faculty......................................144
Venable.............................................................132 Academic Affairs.................................................144
Patrick Henry....................................................132 Admissions and Financial Aid........................144
President’s........................................................132 Assessment.....................................................144
Dean’s...............................................................132 Health Sciences...............................................144
Alumni...............................................................132 Honors Council................................................145
Access to Records, Policy Statement on................. 33 Human Research Review................................145
Accreditation............................................................. 1, 5 International Studies.......................................145
Adding Courses.......................................................... 29 Western Culture...............................................145
Administrative Officers............................................148 Faculty Affairs......................................................145
Administrative and Support Staff...........................148 Promotion and Tenure.....................................146
Admissions...............................................................121 Professional Development.............................146
Qualifications for Admission..........................121 Gender Issues..................................................146
Application for Admission..............................121 Student Affairs.................................................146
Campus Interviews..........................................121 Athletic..............................................................146
Admission Plans..............................................122 Lectures and Programs...................................147
Financial Aid.....................................................122 Budget Audit....................................................147
Transfer Students............................................122 Benefits.............................................................147
Dual Enrollment...............................................123 Faculty Appointments.....................................147
Advanced Placement..............................124, 125 Grievance..........................................................147
International Students.....................................124 Complaint Policy......................................................... 37
International Baccalaureate............................124 Computing Center...................................................... 24
Transportation to Campus..............................124 Cooperative Programs............................................... 16
Medical Information........................................124 Eastern Virginia Medical School...................... 16
Advanced Placement/Chart....................................125 George Washington University School
Advising System........................................................... 8 of Medicine Early Selection.............................. 16
Atkinson Museum...................................................... 25 Virginia Commonwealth University School
Athletics...................................................................... 25 of Medicine Early Selection Program............... 17
Attendance, Policies................................................... 29 Duke University Fuqua School
Auditing Courses........................................................ 28 of Business Early Admission............................ 17
University of Virginia Darden School of
B Business Preferred Consideration................... 17
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology ................. 41, 47 Cooperative Program in Engineering............... 18
Biology......................................................................... 41 Dual-Degree Program in Physics,
Board of Trustees.....................................................135 Mathematics, Applied Mathematics,
Brown Teaching Fellowships..................................... 23 Computer Science and Engineering................. 18
NYU Spring in New York Program.................... 19
Washington Semester and
World Capitals Programs.................................. 19
index 175
Environmental Studies...................................... 13 T
French................................................................. 96 Tests and Papers, Academic Policies...................... 32
German............................................................... 96 Transfer Credit....................................................28, 122
Greek................................................................... 51 Transfer Students.....................................................122
History................................................................ 82 Tuition Costs.............................................................127
Latin American Studies..................................... 13
Latin.................................................................... 51 V
Law and Public Policy....................................... 76 Virginia Program at Oxford........................................ 15
Leadership in the Public Interest...................... 13
Math.................................................................... 92 W
Military Leadership and National Security...... 14 Western Culture...................................................... 9, 55
Music.................................................................. 69 Wilson Center for Leadership in the Public
Religion.............................................................114 Interest................................................................ 14
Rhetoric............................................................118 Withdrawal from a Class...................................... 29, 30
Spanish............................................................... 96 Withdrawal from the College..................................... 31
Theatre............................................................... 69
Visual Arts.......................................................... 69
Mission Statement................................................... 1, 4
Modern Languages (Chinese, French,
German, Russian, Spanish)...................... 96
O
Officers of the Corporation......................................135
P
Part-time Enrollment.................................................. 29
Philosophy.................................................................103
Physics and Astronomy...........................................106
Presidents of the College.........................................134
Probation, Academic.................................................. 27
Psychology................................................................110
R
Registration................................................................. 29
Adding and Dropping Courses......................... 29
Course-Load Regulations................................. 29
Part-Time Enrollment........................................ 29
Special Students (non-degree)......................... 29
Religion......................................................................114
Repeating Courses..................................................... 28
Residence Requirement............................................. 10
Rhetoric Program...........................................9, 10, 118
ROTC............................................................................ 20
Scholarships....................................................133
S
Scholarships.............................................................132
Sociology..................................................................... 81
Study Abroad.............................................................. 15
Suspension, Academic.............................................. 27
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