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… classes, students experience the healing nature of art making during discussions that focus on the history and development of the field, the therapeutic use of art media, and ways to help others through art. Students’ development of a non-judgmental approach toward art made by themselves and others enables an ability to support the use of art as a way to promote creativity and wellness. Graduates of the program often work in the human service field or pursue graduate school for art therapy.…
… Physical Therapist Assistant Associate of Science Physical therapy is one of the most rapidly growing and rewarding careers, and the associate degree program at Mercyhurst can offer you the best education in the field. Our esteemed faculty will prepare you to become an important member of a health care team, where you will work under a physical therapist to provide hands-on care that helps improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients…
… in Forensic Anthropology; minor in Anatomy Mercyhurst University, Pennsylvania Image My interest in forensic science started when I was in high school. I explored the field by having conversations with the local forensic pathologist, viewed several autopsies, and also had a short internship in the Pathology department at a local hospital in Cleveland. I gained further interest in forensic anthropology from watching the TV show Bones. These experiences led me to Mercyhurst for my…
… the field of criminal justice. Student-centered faculty. Students learn from full-time, terminally degreed faculty members, who provide engaged learning opportunities within the online setting. Faculty advising. All students have a dedicated faculty advisor as well as a graduate academic counselor to support students throughout the program. Small class sizes. Our classes typically average 15 or fewer students. The student population includes those who are continuing directly from an…
… Music Education Bachelor of Music This Bachelor of Music in Music Education Program stars graduates who are sought after by school districts and are currently teaching all over the country. Students learn instructional techniques and classroom management skills while performing with a variety of ensembles similar to the ones they will supervise in schools. The education program has a contemporary curriculum designed to assist future teachers in fostering a lifelong love of music in their own…
… the Art Department. She was an active member of Campus Ministry as a leader of Tuesday Night Catholic Devotions and in Mercyhurst Student Government as a senator. She participated in countless service opportunities during her time as a student, leading her to join Holy Family Service Corps for a year following graduation. Maria is a practicing licensed Family Medicine Physician Assistant and instructor at Baylor College of Medicine. She is grateful to have grown and learned through a Mercy…
… Center advances student success by providing opportunities to engage in social, leadership, and experiential activities. We strive to connect students to Mercyhurst through: Honoring traditions and spirit. Providing involvement opportunities. Fostering intellectual development. Mentoring students through self-awareness. Leadership Development The Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a multi-level, non-credited program designed to recognize and develop the leadership potential of…
… and economic challenges that increasingly shape our world. Students engage in coursework aimed at fostering a holistic understanding of issues, such as global climate change, carbon emissions, land use and food production, energy systems, and sustainable economies. Throughout the program and their capstone projects, students work with campus and community partners to hone their systems-thinking and problem-solving skills and graduate as prepared professionals in the sustainability field.…
… enter or advance in the field of hospitality management. Students are expected to complete a core of hospitality management courses and select a concentration in either management or culinary arts. In order to graduate students who excel in their field, we also require each major to complete an internship in a career setting they desire. Associate Associate Fast Facts Students experience a variety of courses including the processes of baking and pastry, hot and cold food preparation, wine…
… we place on personal attention and close interaction between faculty and student provides our majors with a solid core of learning and preparation within biology as well as mathematics, physics and chemistry. Experiential learning is key, and we encourage every student to pursue hands-on field and laboratory experiences, opportunities to participate in faculty-student collaborative research, travel courses, professional conferences, community service, and professional practicum training.…