sjfc what is a p5 course

by Prof. Kelly Schoen 6 min read

Intercultural Perspectives and Languages (P5): Students prepare to function in a multicultural society as globally educated citizens through engagement with other persons or texts from other cultures.

B.A. in American Studies

For students majoring in American studies, all courses designated AMST and all elective courses chosen from Areas A, B, and C (see below) that may apply to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major.

B.S. Inclusive Adolescence Education Major with a Social Studies Concentration (AMST)

Students pursuing teaching certification in inclusive adolescence education (social studies) may choose to complete a concentration in American studies instead of a major, resulting in a Bachelor of Science degree.

B.S. Inclusive Childhood Education Major with a Social Studies Concentration (AMST)

If an inclusive childhood education major wishes to complete a concentration in American studies, the American Studies Department in conjunction with the Education Department, has outlined the following courses which meet the New York state requirement for a liberal arts concentration in this field.

Minor in American Studies

A grade point average of 2.00 is required for all courses taken in residence that may be applied to the minor.

B.A. in Philosophy

A major in philosophy consists of 33 credits chosen from the department offerings. The total requirement is deliberately kept small to encourage the student to combine courses in philosophy with solid concentrations in such other areas as his or her interests and career goals suggest.

Minor in Philosophy

A grade point average of 2.00 is required for all courses taken in residence that may be applied to the minor.

Minor in Classical Studies

A grade point average of 2.00 is required for all courses taken in residence that may be applied to the classical studies minor.

B.S. in Public Health

All required and elective courses that may be applied to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major.

B.A. in Public Health

All required and elective courses that may be applied to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major.

What are the foundation courses at Fisher?

The Foundation Courses. The foundation courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in college. In these four courses, students are introduced to six key learning outcomes at Fisher: diversity, equity, and inclusion; communication; ethical reasoning; citizenship and community engagement;

What is Fisher Core?

Every undergraduate Fisher student participates in the Fisher Core, a program designed to improve your ability to write, to think critically, and to apply your education to the big questions that face us as a community today.

What is a culmination course?

The Culmination Courses. The Culmination courses are the developmental pinnacle of the Core. You will integrate all of your prior experiences both within the Core and your respective disciplines, leading to a summative experience that encapsulates your overall Fisher Experience.

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Core Requirements for New Freshmen

The faculty of St. John Fisher College believes that the liberally educated person is one who is free from a narrowness of interest, which results from excessive specialization. A central aim of the College is to introduce its students to and cultivate their respect for the principal areas of learning.

Core Requirements for Transfer Students

In order to facilitate ease of transfer, the College Core Requirements apply according to the following guidelines:

B.A. in American Studies

  • For students majoring in American studies, all courses designated AMST and all elective courses chosen from Areas A, B, and C (see below) that may apply to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major. Note:There are additional specific requirements for American studies majors who are also majoring in inclusiv...
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B.S. Inclusive Adolescence Education/American Studies Dual Major

  • Students pursuing teaching certification in inclusive adolescence education (social studies) may dual major in inclusive adolescence education and American studies and earn a Bachelor of Sciencedegree. In addition to meeting all of the inclusive adolescence education requirements (40–43 credits: see Inclusive Adolescence Education for details) the American Studies Departm…
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B.S. Inclusive Adolescence Education Major with A Social Studies Concentration

  • Students pursuing teaching certification in inclusive adolescence education (social studies) may choose to complete a concentration in American studies instead of a major, resulting in a Bachelor of Sciencedegree. In addition to meeting all of the inclusive adolescence education requirements (40–43 credits: see Inclusive Adolescence Education for details), the American St…
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B.S. Inclusive Childhood Education/American Studies Dual Major

  • Students pursuing teaching certification in inclusive childhood education must declare either a second major or a concentration in a liberal arts field. Either choice results in a Bachelor of Science degree. Inclusive childhood education majors who wish to pursue a dual majorwith American studies take all of the major requirements as listed above (B.A. degree requirements) …
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B.S. Inclusive Childhood Education Major with A Social Studies Concentration

  • If an inclusive childhood education major wishes to complete a concentrationin American studies, the American Studies Department in conjunction with the Education Department, has outlined the following courses which meet the New York state requirement for a liberal arts concentration in this field. Student must earn grades of "C" or higher in all courses in the content area. 1. AMST 2…
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