Bachelor of Arts in English with Emphasis in General Writing

at University of Findlay USA

Religious studies is most commonly known for preparing individuals for pastoral ministry. However, pursuing a degree in religious studies also prepares graduates for a wide range of fields and provides them with a skill set that is desirable to many employers.

Why Religious Studies?
Majors and minors in religious studies learn to read, write, speak, listen and think carefully, clearly and effectively about issues which matter deeply to everyone and all cultures:

• Life and death
• Rites of passage
• Ethical reflection and action
• Relationships between self and society
• Faith and transcendence
• Human destiny
• Vocation, meaning and identity
• Service

Comparative Religion Emphasis
Learn about different religions in India, Tibet, China, Japan, Africa and the Americas.  Study Islamic and Buddhist traditions and explore the new emerging cultures of the world.

Our global economy is dependent on strong business leaders who are equipped to make big decisions and even bigger moves for long-term success. Professionals who can navigate complex business issues, analyze and implement effective business strategies and policies as well as consistently motivate team members are best suited for top leadership roles in today's growing and demanding global business environment.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Findlay prepares tomorrow’s business leaders through a comprehensive curriculum focused on personal and professional development. Students gain a global perspective for smart business leadership in today’s increasingly diverse marketplace. Students will also grow their leadership skills to positively impact their life as well as the lives of whom they manage.

Global understanding is more important now than ever in our diverse and connected society. The University of Findlay's international studies major combines coursework and experiential education to prepare students for success in virtually any industry in the United States or abroad. With a degree in international studies, you will be prepared to work with diverse populations and pursue careers in a number of areas such as: international business, service organizations based in the U.S., federal service employment, or in non-governmental organizations abroad.
If you're interested in studying or working abroad, working with diverse populations or strengthening a second language and cultural knowledge, the international studies major is perfect for you. We also recommend this major to students who excelled in high school language courses and would like to pursue a career using their language proficiency and cultural knowledge.

Our program provides students with the medical knowledge, technical skills, and experience in a variety of didactic and clinical settings necessary for them to become ethical, competent, and compassionate health care providers as part of a health care team.

The criminal justice program at the University of Findlay will put you on the path to a successful and productive career. Graduates with a degree in criminal justice are prepared to pursue a number of careers in areas including, but not limited to:

• Fraud
• Juvenile justice
• Homeland security
• Corrections
• Law enforcement
• Legal Profession
• Probation
• Private Sector
• Governmental agencies

Many believe that a criminal justice bachelor's degree is about becoming a police officer, but there is a vast array of subfields that require the knowledge, skills and judgment that this program prepares you for.

Are you interested in focusing on fraud investigation and white collar crimes? Click here to learn about our criminal justice white-collar crime and fraud investigation major!
Criminal justice majors benefit from dedicated and caring faculty whose primary focus is on meeting your personal needs and career aspirations beyond obtaining your criminal justice degree through interactive instruction and personalized one-on-one advising.

With a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum design, you will be prepared for successful careers in many diverse areas of criminal justice including law enforcement, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice.

Strong collaborative ties with other academic departments such as Forensic science, Law & Liberal Arts, Political Science and Public Administration allowing you to pursue double majors or minors to complement your criminal justice education.

The political science major at the University of Findlay will expose you to the many areas of study within the political science realm. This major offers you an opportunity to immerse yourself in the major subfields of the discipline.

Political science graduates follow a variety of career paths. For some, our political science major is a stepping stone for law or graduate school. Majoring in political science sets the stage for careers in areas such as:

• Foreign affairs
• National security agencies
• Policy analysis
• City management
• Political positions
• Government careers

The major objective of the program is to provide you with exposure to the many areas of study within the political science realm so that you are prepared to make knowledgeable decisions regarding future career and academic choices. You may also choose to minor in either political science or public administration.

Our program introduces you to the subjects of:     

• American politics
• Comparative politics
• International relations
• Political theory
• Public administration

You will have the opportunity to gain further specialization in one of the areas listed above through advanced course work and directed study with a political science instructor. Also, with one-on-one advising and dedicated faculty, you will receive consistent mentorship and guidance to help you reach your career goals.

Our program has an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to prepare students for successful careers in many diverse areas of political science including business, law, risk management, real estate and civil rights. Many students also choose to develop an individualized program by double-majoring with a complimenting area of study such as business, criminal justice and pre-law. Political science is also offered as a minor.

Religious studies is most commonly known for preparing individuals for pastoral ministry. However, pursuing a degree in religious studies also prepares graduates for a wide range of fields and provides them with a skill set that is desirable to many employers.

Why Religious Studies?
Majors and minors in religious studies learn to read, write, speak, listen and think carefully, clearly and effectively about issues which matter deeply to everyone and all cultures:

• Life and death
• Rites of passage
• Ethical reflection and action
• Relationships between self and society
• Faith and transcendence
• Human destiny
• Vocation, meaning and identity
• Service

Biblical studies emphasis
Explore the Bible as a literary piece of history. Study both the New and Old Testament through analyzing the Prophet's writing and acquiring an understanding of the Wisdom literature.

Animal science/science allows you to work with animals in a research and laboratory setting. Students learn the science behind industry practice and work in careers relating to research and testing. Animal science/science may be the path for you if your interests are:

• Structured research
• In-depth science based
• Graduate school preparation
• Conceptual vision  

While technology evolves at a rapid pace, the journalism and digital media fields have never been more exciting! It's more important now than ever to be able to communicate quickly and effectively on multiple media platforms. As a journalism/digital media major, you will gain a well-rounded skill set that will allow you to work in a variety of settings.

The journalism/digital media program at the University of Findlay is designed to prepare students to become successful reporters, writers, content developers, storytellers and overall strong communicators. With a strong focus on experiential learning, our program will provide you with a variety skills and experiences in

• Newswriting and editing
• Digital media and storytelling
• Web design
• Social media practices in the professional world
• Video and audio production
• Interactive communication
• Media Law

As a journalism/digital media major, you will be able to explore career opportunities in journalism, digital media, public relations, organizational communication, marketing or the rapidly growing field of health communication. Whether you develop content for newspapers, magazines, television, radio, websites or social media, it all starts with core skills that you will gain in our program. Some examples of these skills are:

• Gathering fair and accurate information
• Effectively conducting interviews
• Researching/Observing
• Managing time to meet deadlines
• Making ethical decisions
• Developing purposeful and impactful content

Exercise science is an interdisciplinary field focused on the study of maintaining and improving the health of patients and clients across the age spectrum. The Exercise Science for Health Professions Program is designed to prepare undergraduate students for entry into a wide variety of disciplines, particularly health professions graduate programs.

The interdisciplinary nature of the program provides a variety of pathways for exercise science students after earning their undergraduate degree. Our curriculum places a high emphas is on comprehensive biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and anatomy courses, giving students the foundational knowledge required to excel at the graduate level in healthcare professions.

Students who major in exercise science for health professions can continue on to pursue careers as a(n):

• Athletic Trainer
• Physical Therapist
• Occupational Therapist
• Physician Assistant
• Rehabilitation Specialist
• Sports Nutritionist