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and to fulfill all obligations of the course as outlined by the professor. ... During the first week of the semester, professors generally announce ... , orally or by distributed outlines, the course requirements and methods of ... evaluation, including their policy on attendance and class ... of illness), students should contact the professor as soon as they are able. ... athletic events) should be made with the professor well in advance of the ... authority to make whatever arrangements they think reasonable. Some professors may ... require an excused absence from the Class Dean. Deans can excuse a student ... , a death or medical emergency in the family, a wedding in the immediate ... excused absence, students should notify the appropriate Class Dean and provide ... verification of the grounds for the excused absence. Verification can be ...
campus to take an examination which the faculty member is present to administer ... , the student must make arrangements with the ... faculty member for a makeup or take the missed examination on the regularly ... absentee examination day which is the last Saturday of the examination period ... . It is the absent studentfs responsibility to ... find out whether or not the examination was held at the scheduled ... or she will know when and where to take the missed examination. Grading System A ... fs standing will be determined by the results of examinations, classroom work ... , classroom discussions, tests, the final examination, etc. There is no ... grades are sent to students and to their parents or guardians at the end of each ... semester. The following symbols are used to indicate ...
be dismissed for a second violation of the academic honesty policy while on ... for academic reasons may be made to the Committee on Academic Standing. The ... letter of suspension or dismissal from the Class Dean will provide students and ... parents with the necessary details of appeal. The Class ... appeal procedures and will also inform the student of the final Committee decision ... . Dismissals upheld by the Committee on Academic Standing may be ... appealed to the President of the College Voluntary Withdrawal from the ... Students who withdraw voluntarily from the College are entitled to separation in ... good standing under the following conditions: 1. They must not ... dismissal for disciplinary reasons. 2. They must not be liable to dismissal for ... academic reasons. 3. They must return all College property. 4. ...
34/ The Center for Interdisciplinary and ... Studies Thomas Gottschang, Ph.D., Theresa McBride, Ph.D., Isabel Alvarez Borland ... Meinhofer, Ph.D., Founded in 1971, the Center for Interdisciplinary and ... and multidisciplinary teaching at the College. It seeks to be a catalyst for ... innovation and experimentation in the curriculum through a series of academic ... programs and grant opportunities. The Centerfs programs fall into three ... to address important issues with the methods and perspectives of multiple ... opportunities in Washington, D.C., and the Worcester area, which link learning and ... 3) student-designed programs, such as the Fenwick Scholar Program and Honors ... Theses for the College Honors Program, which provide ... research opportunities. CISS also has the mission to bring to the College ...
35 the past and present to the future of the city. It considers ... , Religion, Culture, Work, Technology, the Built Environment, the Natural ... , and Politics, all in association with the varied racial and ethnic neighborhoods ... of the city. One unit. CISS 247 Introduction ... This course introduces and explores the fundamental concepts of Geographic ... management to implement maps on the computer. GIS is used in a diversity of ... , and business. This course explains the structure and function of GISs, placing ... them in the context of computer information systems ... of GIS projects, choosing a GIS, and the application of GIS are presented. ... Examples and data sets are taken from the fields of ecology and environment ... biology. One unit. CISS 271 The Arabic Novel Every third year The ...
Mathematics 132. Students will forfeit their AP credit if they opt to take ... Mathematics 125, 131, or 133. The sequences Mathematics 125, 126 and ... who have received a score of 4 on the AP Computer Science AB exam or a score ... of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science A exam will earn ... Data Structures). Students will forfeit their AP credit if they opt to take Computer ... who have received a score of 5 on the AP Computer Science AB exam will earn ... Organization). Students will forfeit their AP credit if they opt to take Computer ... Science 131 or 110. The Major in Mathematics At least 10 ... courses in mathematics are required for the major. The foundation consists of ... 243, and 244. Mathematics majors begin their studies in the three-semester ...
102/ distributed between the Algebra and Analysis breadth areas. ... 300, and complete a fourth-year honors thesis. The six regular courses must include at ... least two semester courses in the Algebra breadth area, and two semester ... courses in the Analysis breadth area. Three of the six ... seminars. Note: Exceptions to some of the course requirements for either Honors ... , for students who participate in the Study Abroad Program. Students ... considering Honors should consult with the Departmental Honors Program director ... Abroad concerning any modifications of these requirements. GPA Requirements for ... Honors and High Honors the level of Mathematics 136 (or ... mathematics courses above the level of 136 and computer science ... science) must be at least 3.40 at the end of the fall semester of the fourth ...
unit. Mathematics 125, 126 Calculus for the Social Sciences 1, 2 Annually A two- ... semester introduction to the calculus of one and several variables ... . Mathematics 131, 132 Calculus for the Physical and Life Sciences 1, 2 ... Annually Considers the calculus of real-valued functions of ... coursework in mathematics or a major in the sciences. Emphasis is placed on a ... conceptual understanding of the calculus, presenting material from ... , and graphical points of view. The course will make regular use of ... consider a variety of applications to the sciences and social sciences. In the ... first semester, the concepts of limit, continuity, ... and trigonometric functions. The second term focuses on the theory and ... differential equations. This course is the prerequisite for Mathematics 241, 242 ...
analysis, complex analysis, probability theory, commutative algebra, applied ... mathematics, the classical groups, mathematical logic, ... in discrete modeling, and qualitative theory of differential equations. A breadth ... individually for each seminar course by the department chair, in consultation with ... the faculty member teaching the seminar. Breadth area depends on the ... be on a topic that is not covered by the regular course offerings. Permission of ... the instructor and the department chair is required for this ... Mathematics 495, 496 Mathematics Honors Thesis Annually This is a large project ... extending over the course of the fourth year. It can consist of original ... expository nature and is written under the guidance of one or more members of the ...
event handling, networking, and the past and present of computer system ... This course provides an introduction to the design and analysis of fundamental ... algorithms and their complexity. We will present several ... design strategies that build on the data structures and programming ... introduced in Computer Science 132. The general techniques covered will include ... and probabilistic algorithms. The topics will include: sorting, searching ... , O-notation, and introduction to the classes P and NP, and NP-completeness. ... features that encourage and discourage the writing of good software. Specific ... , comparison of language features and their implementation, methods of processing a ... program, establishing the run-time environment of the program and ... the major programming language paradigms ( ...
108/ the physical world. Computational models of ... and other biological visual systems. The topics covered include: edge detection ... 132 and Calculus, or permission of the instructor. One unit. Computer Science ... Compiler Construction Alternate years The theories, tools and techniques for ... translator creation are the focus of the course. Topics include: regular ... essential and distinguishing feature of the course is the project requirement. ... complexity. This course carries the project course designation. ... : Computer Science 324 or permission of the instructor. One unit. Computer Science ... Alternate years This course gives the student a chance to see the principles ... teach material of special interest to them. The most likely topics are artificial ...
minors help students become aware of the Collegefs many academic opportunities ... and assist them with their individual curriculum. Classroom ... instruction in the languages is complemented by small- ... foreign-language assistants and through the use of state-of-the-art facilities in ... the Multimedia Resource Center. Co- ... series, lectures and cultural outings. The department also offers a major program ... in English and employ translated texts. The program is designed to introduce ... students to the most representative works of various ... national literatures while highlighting the commonalities and differences among ... these works. Courses instruct students in ... and criticism, as well as guide them toward an understanding of the cultural ... themes reflected in the respective works. All students, and ...
1, 2 Annually Continued focus on the development of oral and written ... skills and cultural competency through the use of traditional Chinese stories and ... skills and cultural competency through the use of readings, videos, and other ... , 2 Alternate years An introduction to the classical literary language of China. ... : a minimum of 10 courses at the intermediate level or above, including ... the following: French 301 (Composition and ... ) At least two courses must be at the 400 level. At least two courses must ... be taken in the fourth year. Majors are urged to ... seriously consider spending their third year at one of Holy Crossf two ... sites in France, the University of Bourgogne in Dijon or the ... minor requirements: Required course for the minor: French 301 normally approved for ...
or creative experience. Depending on the society, madness raises psychological, ... , philosophical and political issues at the same time. A human being is supposed to ... be rational but madness is seen as the gother,h the universe of ... may be very different from that of the West. In the colonial context, African ... , the native is perceived as the gother,h the primitive, whereas the ... native also looks at the occupant, the European as the gother,h a strange ... , madness may be represented from the conflict between the world views that ... : A minimum of two French courses at the 300-level. Conducted in French. One ... course offered either semester for the study of a literary genre, form, theme ... students may elect one or both of these courses with the permission of the ...
literature and/or culture courses. Of these four courses, at least one must be ... in Russian. Students may count toward the major one of the regularly offered ... courses on Russia in the Political Science or History ... Departments. These latter courses may not be taken in lieu ... at least two courses at Holy Cross in their fourth year. Russian minor requirements ... f personal interests will dictate the distribution of these remaining courses ... . Only the courses on Russia offered in the Department of Modern Languages and ... study abroad program are counted toward the minor. Minors who study abroad are ... Holy Cross, including at least one in their fourth year. Consult with Russian ... active communicative skills along with the basics of Russian grammar. By course ... culture and life are introduced through the medium of language. Five class hours ...
start with Siberian folktales and the study of such native traditions as ... shamanism. Next, the course examines Siberia through Chekhov ... and Shukshin, whose work is devoted to the preservation of Siberia as a natural ... and documentary films complement the reading selections. Conducted in ... either semester on a single author or theme which have included: Akhmatovafs ... poetry, the short stories of Bulgakov, Christianity ... in Russian literature, the world of Chekhov, and 20thcentury ... skills and cultural competency through the use of Russian literature and ... materials. Prerequisite: Russian 202 or the equivalent. Three class hours weekly ... works and documentary materials with the aim of probing Russian cultural ... traditions, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. All ...
123 Spanish The Spanish major must complete 10 courses ... at the Composition and Conversation level or ... ) must be taken at Holy Cross during the fourth year, one of which must be in ... in English will not count towards the fulfillment of the Spanish major. A ... Independent Spanish-language courses. These elementary- and intermediatelevel ... use computer-based materials to direct their own learning but are required to both ... introduction to all elements of the Spanish language. The development of ... linguistic competency aims to promote the understanding of human language as a ... vehicle for communication shaped by the cultural worldview of speakers in ... Annually An intensive review of all the topics covered in both Elementary ... , spring An intensive review of all of the topics covered in both Elementary ...
to take courses in at least three of the following four areas: 1) Metaphysics, 2 ... that will provide an overview of the major periods in the history of ... of six courses in philosophy. Of these, at least one has to be at an advanced ( ... in philosophy. Courses fulfilling these requirements may be taken at either the ... intermediate or the advanced level. As a general rule, ... courses before progressing to the advanced courses. Majors are required ... to complete at least three courses at the advanced level. In addition to a wide ... range of regular courses and seminars, the Department offers tutorials and other ... students are urged to complete their studies by writing a fourth-year thesis ... . The Fourth-Year Thesis in Philosophy comprises a semester-long ...
147 reveals the essence, not only of Christianity, but ... 370 Kant Fall A reading course in the primary sources, concentrating mostly ... Pure Reason and Critique of Judgment. The reading and discussion focus on Kantfs ... theory of knowledge, as well as his ... , aesthetic, and anthropolical views. The approach is both historical and ... 375 Hegel Spring An in-depth study of the philosophy of Hegel. This will include ... probing and testing of his positions on the nature of reality and his theory of ... knowledge. Emphasis is on the philosophy of history, the history of ... philosophy, the state, and religion, and on their ... years Friedrich Nietzsche is one of the archetypal modern masters. His notions ... of the gdeath of God,h the gwill to power,h amor fati, the ...
on issues of conflict and cooperation; the relationship between the international ... growth, development, and equity; and the connections between the study of ... or 103. One unit. Political Science 276 The United States and the Persian Gulf ... in fall Examines relations between the United States and the countries of the ... Gulf: Iraq, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. ... brief introductory section dealing with the historical, cultural and geographic ... background, the course focuses on U.S. relations with ... these countries since 1945, from the development of the U.S. role in the oil ... 277 Americans, Israelis, and Arabs: The United States and Mediterranean ... Alternate years in fall Examines the relationship among the United States, ...
185 Examines the origins, experiences, influence, and ... future prospects for Latinos in the United States. Topics include: the ... of Latin-American immigration into the United States, the diversity of Latino ... cultures, the relationship between Latino communities ... and other racial-ethnic communities in their local environment, and organizational ... includes a practicum experience in the Worcester Latino community. ... Sociology 299 Special Topics Annually These intermediate level courses address ... sociological issues not covered by the regular curriculum. They are offered on ... specific offerings are available before the enrollment period at the departmental ... social scientific research, emphasizing the involvement of students in the whole ... experience including formulation of the problem, instrumentation, quantitative ...
190/ Depending on the studentfs interest in acting, ... directing, design, dramatic literature, theatre history, film or dance, electives are ... chosen from among the following: Scene Study, American Film, ... Stage and Film Artists, Political Theatre, Holocaust on Stage Screen, Kamikaze ... , dramatic literature, or design. The Holy Cross Department of Theatre is an ... accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of ... Theatre. Courses Theatre 101 Basic Acting Fall, spring This ... , appreciating and practicing of the art of acting and theatre. One unit. ... Theatre 110 Theatre Practicum Fall, spring Participation ... in Department of Theatre major productions through regular ... in acting and design. One-half unit. Theatre 125 American Drama 1920 to Present ...
Rovner, M.A., Leslie A. Schomp, M.F.A., The study of visual arts is designed to be ... an integral part of the liberal arts curriculum at Holy Cross ... is to increase student sensitivity to the visual arts, to refine the powers of ... critical analysis, and to provide the student with the means of creative ... expression. The rich resources of the surrounding area, especially the ... and Boston, form an integral part of the curriculum and the department provides ... with opportunities for internships in these cities. Tutorials are available with ... courses suited to individual needs. The department sponsors numerous programs ... for gaining a broad understanding of the practice and study of the arts today: ... and New York galleries and museums. There are two divisions in the Visual Arts ...
Fall Covers painting and sculpture of the 16th century in Italy, especially the ... developments of the High Renaissance in Florence and Rome ... and the evolution of Mannerism. Major figures ... of Architecture Alternate years The relationship between architectural ... forms and the basic character of human dwelling and ... its implications is the focus of this course. Presents an ... opportunity to study the philosophy of architecture by studying ... , aesthetics and architectural theory, we reflect on these issues by looking ... responding to architectural examples. The goal is to reach a deeper understanding ... of architecture and of the role it plays in our lives. Cross- ... Every third semester Exploration of the major movements and architects of ... European and American modernism of the 20th century. Strong emphasis on ...
do. Interviews Personal interviews in the Admissions Office are scheduled Monday ... February and March. While not required, they are used in the evaluation of a ... candidate and, therefore, are highly recommended. We suggest that ... they be arranged well in advance. To arrange ... an interview please call the Admissions Office at 1-800-442-2421. ... facilitate scheduling, please consult the Admissions section on the Holy Cross ... Web site (www. holycross.edu). The deadline to request an alumni interview ... seniors who have selected Holy Cross as their first choice, the College offers an ... Early Decision Program. The Admissions Committee assumes that all ... basis. Students will be notified of the decision approximately three to four ... be arranged well in advance. Should the Admissions Committee be unable to grant ...
