Regis Viewbook 09

Bring Your Purpose. Find Your Path.
www.regiscollege.edu
Welcome to Regis College...
For over eight decades, Regis College
has prided itself on reading the sign of the times
and responding to the educational needs of different
populations of students by the thousands. Today, the
growth of knowledge and the demands of living in the
twenty-first century require that we break out of the
traditional modes of educating students, especially as
the rising generations and the professions have become
increasingly interdisciplinary and electronic. As such,
Regis College is committed to providing undergraduate
liberal arts programs that lead students to opportunities
for success in the workplace.
We refer to it as Regis’ Pathways of Achievement,
which integrates sets of disciplines to help our students identify, set, pursue and
attain their ultimate goals. On the foundation of our core curriculum, requirements
for majors/minors and superb advising, the Pathways assist students in finding their
way—to careers, to graduate school and beyond.
Bring Your Purpose.
Come and see for yourself. This lovely campus will give you a taste of your own
capacity for excellence as a way of life, and where a myriad of possibilities await you.
Mary Jane England ’59, MD
President
Mission Statement
Regis College, through education in the arts,
sciences, and professions, empowers women
and men to challenge themselves academically,
to serve and to lead. A Catholic college,
Regis College is a diverse and welcoming
community guided by the values of the
Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston.
What Sets Regis College Apart...
Find Your Path.
Career-focused education
Nationally-recognized programs
Within the backdrop of a strong liberal arts
foundation, your Regis College education will
be career-focused. From the day you step onto
campus, you will be encouraged to participate in
career workshops and work closely with faculty
advisors and counselors alike to plan and pursue
a path of study that is tailored to your interests
and professional goals.
Regis College is ranked by The Princeton
Review as being one of the top Northeast
colleges in the United States that “stands out
as an academically excellent institution of
higher learning.”
In addition, Regis appears in the most
recent guidebook edition of Colleges of
Distinction, where it was lauded as being
among a set of “hidden gem” schools in higher
education that excel at the four pillars of a
strong and active undergraduate experience—
engaging students, providing outstanding
teaching, offering vibrant communities and
producing successful outcomes.
Regis College’s School of Nursing, Science,
and Health Professions is also the only school
in New England to be recognized as a Center of
Excellence in Nursing Education by the National
League for Nursing.
Experience the difference
At Regis College, our students learn by doing.
While many schools offer experiential learning,
Regis infuses its curriculum with it, through an
array of internships, service projects, applied
research and study-abroad opportunities that
extend learning well beyond the classroom walls
and places students into the real world.
Talented faculty who care
Regis College faculty are exceptionally
accomplished; 75 percent hold doctoral degrees
in their fields. They are actively engaged in their
disciplines, conduct research, publish books
and articles, and are recognized as leaders in
their fields of expertise. Moreover, as educators,
they take enormous pride in recognizing the
profound responsibility they have to provide our
students with a solid foundation for living,
learning and leading successfully.
Investing for you
Regis College is home to a new $8.5 million
outdoor athletic complex. For use by our varsity
athletic teams and student intramural programs,
the state-of-the-art site is regarded to be one of
the premier all sport, outdoor playing facilities
in all of New England small college athletics. It
features a synthetic turf field for field hockey,
soccer and lacrosse, an eight-lane track and
field events area, six tennis courts and a softball
field facility.
Investing in you.
Regis College firmly believes in investing in the potential of our students. Last year, over 90
percent of our incoming freshman class received a merit scholarship or need-based funding from
us, and we allocated over $12 million in institutional aid to our overall student body.
More importantly, these awards helped to reduce the average student’s cost of attendance
by over 35 percent! In addition, many of our families apply for—and receive—federal and state
aid that is separate from these Regis awards and can further be applied to tuition, room and
board expenses.
1
Student/Faculty Ratio of 13:1
The Regis College Pathways of Achievement are focused in our two
schools, the School of Liberal Arts, Education and Social Sciences and
the School of Nursing, Sciences and Health Professions. Certain
academic majors, cluster within each Pathway, providing you with a
multitude of options—and career opportunities—to choose from.
What’s more, you’ll find it all within the context of a highly personalized,
small college environment where the interaction between faculty and students
is at the core of the classroom experience.
Areas of Study
Undergraduate Pathways
Liberal Arts and Education
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
2
BA in English
BA in History with
concentrations in:
Heritage Studies
Museum Studies
BA in Liberal Studies
BA in Mathematics Education
BA in Spanish
Education with
Teacher Licensure in:
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
Early Childhood Education
(Certificate)
American Studies—minor
Art History—minor
Dance—minor
Educational Theatre—minor
Information Technology—minor
Latin American Studies—minor
Music—minor
Religious Studies—minor
Theatre—minor
Women’s Studies—minor
Writing—minor
Nursing
■
BSN in Nursing
Health and Human Service
■
Business and Social Science
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
BA in Business Management
and Leadership
BA in Communication,
with concentrations in:
Cinema Studies
Graphic Design
Journalism and Media
Organizational &
Interpersonal
Communication
Public Relations
BA in Law and Government
BA in International Relations
BA in Political Science
BA in Sociology
Pre-Law
American Politics—minor
Comparative Politics—minor
Economics—minor
Film—minor
■
■
BS in Health and Fitness Studies,
with concentrations in:
Nutrition
Sports Management
Exercise Science
BSW in Social Work
Public Health—minor
Science
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
BA in Biology, with
concentration in:
Environmental Biology
BA in Biochemistry
BA in Psychology
Pre-Dental
Pre-Medical
Pre-Veterinary
Chemistry—minor
Paving the Path for Career Success
Our rigorous curriculum is designed to
reflect the realities of today’s world as we
challenge our students to examine theories,
explore concepts and pursue practical
applications from a global perspective.
A focus on experiential learning—
become active in your major
Experiential learning is part of every
student’s program at Regis – in every major.
From internships, service learning projects,
undergraduate research and performance,
clinical placements, summer programs and
more, students choose from a variety of active
learning styles in their field of study. Regis’
relationship with companies and organizations
in and around Boston provides wide
opportunities, and the College’s Experiential
Learning and Career Services Center offers
strong student support.
A Dynamic Curriculum
The Regis College Signature Portfolio—
a tangible end product
At the heart of the core curriculum is the
Regis College Signature Portfolio. The Signature
Portfolio provides undergraduate students with
the unique opportunity to synthesize and
integrate the values, tradition and knowledge
acquired through a Regis education via an
ongoing series of “signature assignments” that
document their intellectual and professional
growth over four years of study.
Through the Signature Portfolio, Regis
College students graduate with much more than
just a diploma. Working closely with our career
development counselors, they leave with a
professional resume—and with a portfolio of work
and invaluable experiences gained at Regis—that
demonstrates their readiness for employment
and/or further education at the graduate or
professional level.
Expand Your Educational Horizons
Notable Internship Sites
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
American Lung Association
Attorney General’s Office
Harvard Medical School
International Institute of Boston
Massachusetts General Hospital
Massachusetts State House
Massachusetts State Police
Crime Lab
McLean Hospital
Morgan Stanley
Museum of Science
New England Cable News
New England Medical Center
Peabody Essex Museum
Sheraton Hotel
Theatre Espresso
WCVB-TV Channel 5
WHDH-TV Channel 7
Regis College also offers you the opportunity to study nationally and
internationally to create an educational experience that is broad, deep
and as individual as you are.
Study Abroad
Regis College is affiliated with Regent’s College in London, England;
the University of Cork in Cork, Ireland; and Kyoto Notre Dame
University in Kyoto, Japan.
Student Exchange Programs
Regis is part of the Sisters of St. Joseph Consortium, where students
can attend member colleges located across the United States.
Washington Semester
You can spend a year studying at American University, while
interning in the Washington D.C. area.
Cross Registration
In addition to your coursework at Regis, you may also cross-register
for classes at Babson College, Bentley University or Boston College.
3
Get Involved, Stay Involved
Whether you decide to live in one of our four residence halls on campus or choose to
commute from home, from Day One you are considered part of a strong and close-knit student
community where your involvement and participation are welcomed and contribute to the
vitality of college life at Regis.
A culture of spirituality and community service
Built on a rich Catholic heritage, Regis College is dedicated to the spiritual development
of all its community members. The College attracts students who believe in the importance of
giving to others. Community service is an integral part of campus life that you are encouraged
to explore.
Recent community service opportunities included an Alternative Spring Break Trip to
Villa El Salvador, Peru, helping out with a Habitat for Humanity building project; participating
in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walks; and working with children at Bethany Hill
School and Casserly House.
Join a club or organization
Student Life
With more than 30 clubs and organizations to choose from, Regis College offers many
opportunities to help you start your career, build lifelong friendships, and gratify personal
pursuits. From musical and comedic performances to thought-provoking cultural discussions
to multicultural celebrations to evenings at the campus coffee house—there’s always
something happening.
Regis College Clubs & Organizations
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
4
■
Asian-American
Association (AAA)
African-American, Hispanic,
Asian, Native-American
Organization (AHANA)
Campus Ministry E-Board
Cape Verdean Student Association
(CVSA)
Commuter Student Association
Council for Political Action
Dance Company
DYNASTY Step Squad
Education Club
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
Glee Club
Gospel Choir
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Haitian-American Student
Organization (HASO)
Latin-American Student
Organization (LASO)
Management Association
Model United Nations
Mount Regis (Yearbook)
Orientation Leaders
Regis College Student Nurses
Association
Regis College Theatre Company
Residence Hall Association
Regis Official Athletic
Regulars (ROAR)
Reserve Officer Training Corps
(ROTC)
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Student Athletic Advisory
Committee (SAAC)
Students Assisting Incoming,
New, & Transfer Students (SAINTS)
Student Government
Association (SGA)
Students Taking Action Now for
Darfur (STAND)
Students Uniting for Social
Services (SUSS)
Tower Activities Board (TAB)
Tower Society
Home of the Pride
At Regis we believe in the importance of strengthening
bodies as well as minds. That’s why we encourage students
to become athletes and participate in our wide range of
athletic, fitness and recreational opportunities.
Regis students are consistently honored on the All-Conference and All-Region teams
for their athletic achievements. They also get the support they need to succeed academically.
Regis has been recognized with the USA Today NCAA Academic Achievement Award for
highest graduation rate in the nation in Division III.
Athletics
If you have any questions about Regis athletics, contact Marybeth Lamb, Director of
Athletics, at 781.768.7147 or [email protected].
www.goregispride.com
Athletic Facilities
NCAA Division III Athletics
Teams, Intramurals, and Classes
New Athletic Fields
Our new, comprehensive outdoor athletic facility
includes fields and courts that serve as home to
our field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, track and field,
tennis and softball programs.
Mary Carr Simeone Fitness Center
The recently renovated Fitness Center features
state-of-the-art exercise equipment – new
treadmills, exercise bikes, elliptical trainers,
rowing machines and the latest in cable-assisted
Cybex workout machines.
Gymnasium
This multipurpose gym features a court for
basketball, tennis, volleyball and badminton.
Swimming Pool
Regis has a competition-sized, six-lane, 25 yard
swimming pool, with one-meter diving board,
which is complemented by a Jacuzzi, sauna and
sun deck.
Women’s Teams
Intramural Sports
Basketball
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Basketball (3v3 Fall, 5v5
Spring)
Dodgeball (Fall)
Flag Football (Spring)
Indoor Soccer (Spring)
Men’s Teams
Basketball
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Fitness Classes
Dance
Golf
Individual Fitness
Pilates
Self-Defense
Strength Training
Swim for Fitness
Tennis
Yoga
Dance Studio
Our studio offers a private space for classes, as
well as individual dance and yoga opportunities.
5
Application Requirements
As an applicant for admission, you’ll be
expected to complete a college preparatory
program at an accredited secondary school.
Preparation for entrance should include:
■
■
■
■
■
■
4 years of English
3/4* years of mathematics (including
Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)
2/4* years of science (including at least
one with a lab)
2 years of social science
2 years of the same foreign language
3 or 4 electives
*Requirements for students interested in nursing.
Admission
Undergraduate students are considered for
admission in September (Fall) and January
(Spring). All undergraduate candidates will be
evaluated through rolling admission process and
reviewed on individual basis.
Deadlines for Fall consideration:
■ Early Action: December 1st
■ Regular Decision: February 15th
Deadline for Spring consideration:
■ December 1st
“Our faculty go the extra distance. We know
our students and are happy to work with
our students.”
—Dr. Sara Weintraub, Associate
Professor of Communication
Application checklist
❏ Application for admission with a $50
non-refundable application fee payable to
Regis College. To apply, visit our website at:
www.regiscollege.edu/apply
❏ Common Application Supplement, if applicable,
available at: www.regiscollege.edu/apply
❏ Essay
❏ Official transcript of high school records,
including first-quarter senior year grades
sent directly to Regis College by a secondary
school counselor
❏ Two letters of recommendation—one from a
secondary school counselor and one from
a teacher
❏ Official SAT or ACT results. TOEFL scores may
be requested if the student’s native language
is not English.
The College Board code number
for Regis College is 3723.
OFFICE OF ADMISSION
Telephone: 866.438.7344
E-mail: [email protected]
“If you want to go to a school where people
know you by your name and not just a
number, then consider Regis College. I
remember hearing this as a prospective
student and not believing it at first, but I do
now! Even professors that I haven’t had, say
hello to me in the hallways. It's a really nice
feeling to know that you're surrounded by
people you know and who know you.”
—Allyson Silva ’11
6
“There are creative ways to do what you
want to do at Regis. If you are looking
for high-quality professors, you have
them here.”
—Dr. Mary Anne Vetterling,
Professor of Spanish
“I’m at home here at Regis College. I
feel like a valued part of the community. I’m
treated with patience and respect by faculty,
staff, and friends. I’m not afraid of making
mistakes because I know the community is
here to support me. You’re not alone in your
college experience at Regis because help and
opportunities are always available.”
—Joshua Irvin ’11
Financing Your Regis Education
Regis College students can qualify for various types of financial assistance in the
form of scholarships, state and federal grants, loans and work study.
Financial Aid
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Financial aid is awarded in two ways: academic merit (based on academic
performance in high school) and financial need.
In order to determine your financial need, you must formally apply for financial aid.
Regis works with each student individually to help them finance their education
through the Direct Loan Program.
All student loans, subsidized and unsubsidized, are processed directly by
Regis College through the government.
This allows for fewer forms to fill out, a lower interest rate, and the ability to
consolidate loans after graduation.
Applying for financial aid is the next step after applying for admission. Just complete
the two applications listed below and leave the rest up to us.
A Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Go to: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
A Regis College New Student Application for Financial Aid: go to:
www.regiscollege.edu/finaidapp
For scholarship consideration, apply by February 15.
Once you have completed these two applications and received your acceptance letter from the
Office of Admission, the Office of Financial Aid will develop a financial aid package for you.
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID
Telephone: 781.768.7180
E-mail: [email protected]
7
From the moment you turn into the long, tree-lined driveway, you sense
that Regis College is a special place where you can experience the best
of both worlds—the tradition of a small college environment with close
access to big city life. Our beautiful, 132-acre campus is located in Weston,
Massachusetts, one of the state’s most attractive and safest suburbs, yet
it’s only 12 miles from the center of Boston, one of the great social, cultural
and sporting cities in America.
Boston and Beyond
Look Into the Future
When it comes to making important decisions about our lives, we all wish we could
catch a glimpse into the future. A campus visit is pretty close to seeing the future! Come
see what life as a Regis student would be like.
Campus Tours
Student-led tours are scheduled Monday through Friday, three times a day
(at 11am, 1pm and 3pm) throughout the year and allow small groups to explore Regis' scenic
campus in a very personal and informative manner.
Interviews
While interviews are not required, they are encouraged for students wishing to develop a better
understanding of Regis and to discuss their goals and objectives with an admission counselor.
Information Sessions
Held on both selected weekday and weekend dates throughout the year, our information
sessions include a general overview of the College, guided campus tour, optional interview
(by appointment only) and lunch on us!
To schedule your campus visit, please call 1.866.GET.REGIS (1.866.438.7344), email us
at [email protected] or complete and mail back the attached reply card.
Accommodations
There are many convenient lodging options for overnight stays in the area of Regis College.
Visit our web site for some suggestions: www.regiscollege.edu/accommodations.
8
Directions From All Points
Traveling from the NORTH
Heading South on Route 95/128, take Exit 26 towards Route 20 West
(Weston/Waltham). Stay right onto Route 20 West towards Weston. Continue
approximately two miles, turn left onto Wellesley Street. Regis College is on the right.
Traveling from the SOUTH
Heading North on Route 95/128, take Exit 24 to Route 30 West (Wayland).
Continue approximately three miles and turn right onto Wellesley Street. Regis College
is on the left.
Traveling from the EAST
Heading West on the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), take Exit 15 towards Route 30
(Waltham/Weston). Take left exit towards Route 30 West, slight right onto Park Road, left
on to South Ave/Route 30. Continue approximately two miles, turn right onto Wellesley
Street. Regis College is on the left.
Traveling from the WEST
Heading East on the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), take Exit 13 to Route 30 East
(Natick/Wellesley). Follow the ramp on to Route 30 East. Continue approximately five
miles, turn left onto Wellesley Street. Regis College is on the left.
Traveling EAST/WEST in the Metrowest area
Visiting Regis College
From Route 9 (East/West) in Wellesley, exit on to Weston Road, which becomes
Wellesley Street at the Weston/Wellesley town line. Stay straight on Wellesley Street
going through lights at Route 30. Regis College is on the left.
From the Green Line (MBTA)
Take the D line trolley to the last outbound terminal stop, “Riverside,” where a
Regis College shuttle, provided by JFK Transportation, will provide free transportation
to the Regis campus.
235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 02493-1571
1.866.438.7844
781.768.7100
www.regiscollege.edu
Visit our new website: www.regiscollege.edu
235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 02493-1571
1.866.438.7844
781.768.7100