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About the University

Mission

Colgate's mission is to provide a demanding, expansive educational experience to a select group of diverse,

talented, intellectually sophisticated students who are capable of challenging themselves, their peers, and

their teachers in a setting that brings together living and learning. The purpose of the University is to develop

wise, thoughtful, critical thinkers and perceptive leaders by encouraging young men and women to fulfill their

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potential through residence in a community that values all forms of intellectual rigor and respects the

complexity of human understanding.

— from the Mission Statement

View the complete Mission Statement on Colgate's website

Goals of a Colgate Education

A Colgate education should enable students to:

1. See themselves honestly and critically within a global and historical perspective: recognize

that their beliefs, identities, interests, and values are in part a reflection of their background,

education, and life experiences.

2. Understand the methodology, modes of thought, content, and discourse of a particular

scholarly discipline: articulate questions for research and craft a coherent argument so as to

produce substantial work in their chosen field.

3. Conduct interdisciplinary inquiry: synthesize viewpoints from multiple disciplinary perspectives

so as to overcome the limitations of any one perspective.

4. Appreciate the myriad modes of human creative expression across time and place.

5. Investigate human behavior, social relations, and institutions in order to understand the

complex relationship between self and society.

6. Examine natural phenomena using the methods of science, and understand the role of science

in contemporary society.

7. Acquire valuable habits of mind: listen and read well; think critically and creatively; ask

challenging questions; gather relevant information and construct cogent arguments to answer

them.

8. Communicate well: speak and write correctly and precisely; speak and read a second language;

present information effectively.

9. Set an example of ethical behavior in public and in private: take a principled stand for what

they believe and be accountable for their actions; uphold the legal and ethical uses of information.

10. Be engaged citizens and strive for a just society: embrace their responsibilities to local,

national, and global communities; use their influence for the benefit of others.

11. Respect nature and the diversity of life on earth: recognize their individual and collective

responsibilities for the stewardship of the earth's resources and the natural environment.

12. Grow in both confidence and humility: affirm a set of values while respecting and learning from

the diverse perspectives, identities, ways of life, and philosophies of others.

13. Continue learning beyond college: sustain a lifelong curiosity and grow in knowledge and

wisdom.

Origin and History

Colgate University's origin dates to 1817 when 13 men — six clergy and seven laymen — met in the frontier

settlement of Hamilton to found the Baptist Education Society of the State of New York. To this day Colgate

people consider the number 13 a good omen.

The Baptist Education Society was chartered by the state in 1819 and chose Hamilton as the site for its

school, which opened in 1820. The Colgate family connection was established in 1823 when Baptists in New

York City — soap maker William Colgate among them — consolidated their seminary with the school in

Hamilton to form the Hamilton Literary and Theological Institution.

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The oldest building on the current campus, West Hall, was built three years later in 1827. By 1834 the

institution included preparatory, collegiate, and theological departments. The first students "not having the

ministry in view" were admitted in 1839.

A state charter issued in 1846 changed the name to Madison University and established the right to grant

degrees. Madison was changed to Colgate in 1890, recognizing nearly 70 years of continuous involvement

and service by the Colgate family.

Colgate Academy, the preparatory department, was discontinued in 1912. The theological division merged

with Rochester Theological Seminary in 1928 to become Colgate Rochester Divinity School, and Colgate

has been non-sectarian since that time. The University became coeducational in 1970.

Colgate today is a highly selective, independent, coeducational liberal arts college enrolling approximately

2,900 undergraduates in programs that lead to a Bachelor of Arts (AB) degree. A small graduate program

offers the Master of Arts (MA) and the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degrees.

The Thirteen Founders of Colgate University

The Presidents of Colgate University

John Bostwick

Joel W. Clark

Thomas Cox

Daniel Hascall

Charles W. Hull

Nathaniel Kendrick

mos Kingsley

Jonathan Olmstead

Samuel Osgood

Elisha Payne

Samuel Payne

Robert Powell

Peter P. Roots

Nathaniel Kendrick 1836 - 1848

Stephen William Taylor 1851 - 1856

George Washington Eaton 1856 - 1868

Ebenezer Dodge 1868 - 1890

George William Smith 1895 - 1897

George Edmands Merrill 1899 - 1908

Elmer Burritt Bryan 1909 - 1921

George Barton Cutten 1922 - 1942

Everett Needham Case 1942 - 1962

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Academics

Accreditation

Colgate University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, 267-284-5000. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an

institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher

Education Accreditation.

On July 21, 2023, Colgate University notified the Middle State Commission on Higher Education of its

intention to voluntarily surrender its accreditation during the 2023-24 academic year. The University has

done so in anticipation of accreditation by the New England Commission of Higher Education. No disruption

to any degree programs or the university's operations is expected during this transition.

Colgate University is also accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Colgate University is a

member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). The

Teacher Preparation Program at Colgate University is fully accredited by AAQEP.

All Colgate degree programs are registered by the New York State Education Department, Office of Higher

Education and the Professions, Cultural Education Center, Room 5B28, Albany, New York 12230, 518-474-

5851.

Curriculum

Fully reaccredited effective June 2018 by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Colgate

offers a curriculum established around four academic divisions — Arts and Humanities, Natural Sciences

and Mathematics, Social Sciences, and University Studies. Colgate offers 56 undergraduate majors

including several interdisciplinary programs. See Majors and Minors

The academic program consists of courses in the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, courses in the field of major,

electives, and physical education classes. Competency must be demonstrated in a foreign or classical

language and in English composition. First-year students enroll in a first-year seminar during the fall term.

(See Undergraduate Program.)

Vincent MacDowell Barnett Jr. 1963 - 1969

Thomas Alva Bartlett 1969 - 1977

George D. Langdon Jr. 1978 - 1988

Neil R. Grabois 1988 - 1999

Charles Karelis 1999 - 2001

Rebecca S. Chopp 2002 - 2009

Jeffrey Herbst 2010 - 2015

Brian W. Casey 2016 -

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Selection of the major is made before the end of the sophomore year from among the departmental majors

or the interdisciplinary majors. Optional minors in all department fields are normally declared during the

junior year.

Colgate offers a variety of academic experiences with an international emphasis including nine modern and

two classical languages as well as more than 20 off-campus study groups, most of them overseas. As part

of the liberal arts and sciences program, there are opportunities for honors, independent study, and

research. The diversity within the academic program prepares students for many careers and life choices,

including professions that require graduate school training.

Graduate Study

Colgate offers a small graduate program leading to the Master of Arts (MA) in several academic fields and

the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree. (See Graduate Program.)

Academic Centers and Institutes

Under the auspices of the Office of the Provost and Dean of the Faculty, academic centers and institutes

support scholarship and intellectual inquiry, often of an interdisciplinary nature. Each entity is directed by an

appointed member or members of the faculty.

The Center for Freedom and Western Civilization seeks to enliven the intellectual discourse among

students and faculty on campus by promoting a set of ideals that have their origins in Western civilization but

are universal in scope and appeal.

The Center for International Programs supports globally focused programming and educational initiatives

at the University, preparing students for success in an increasingly global world and economy.

The Center for Language and Brain scientifically explores questions regarding neural mechanisms and

functions of native and foreign language use and learning.

The Center for Learning, Teaching and Research is dedicated to enhancing learning and teaching in

support of the liberal arts. The center provides support for students in the areas of summer research,

tutoring and learning support, accessibility services, and athletic academic support. The center also offers

programming, services and resources to faculty.

The Center for Women's Studies is a multipurpose space where students, faculty, and staff can gather to

discuss a multitude of topics spanning the feminist spectrum and considering the intersectionality of

identities and various forms of oppression.

Lampert Institute for Civic and Global Affairs provides a forum for study and debate in the areas of civic

affairs and public leadership, applying insights from the liberal arts to the important challenges facing human

beings around the world.

The Picker Interdisciplinary Science Institute fosters the creation of new knowledge that is obtainable

only through the development of sustained interdisciplinary research.

The Upstate Institute promotes a better understanding of the cultural, social, economic, and environmental

resources of Upstate New York.

W.M. Keck Center for Language Study is a high-tech space for the exploration of language and culture,

promoting global perspectives in education.

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Writing and Speaking Center provides one-on-one peer assistance with writing projects and oral

presentations from across the disciplines. Writers and speakers of all levels and abilities are welcome, with

no referral necessary, and students may visit at any stage of the composing process, from initial

brainstorming of ideas to review of a full draft or presentation. Appointments and walk-in hours are available

at several campus locations each semester.

The University Community

As a residential university in the village of Hamilton, Colgate is a community where students share the

challenges, joys, and responsibilities of learning with members of the faculty and staff, and respect for

individuals is expected and fostered. Students are represented on both the Academic Affairs Board and the

Student Affairs Board, the two major policy-making bodies in the governance system. The liaison

committees reporting to the faculty and to the Student Senate are also composed of students, professors,

and administrators. These committees deal with matters ranging from multicultural affairs to the University

budget.

Active and constructive participation is the key to Colgate community life. A look at the schedule of events

for any given week will reveal many opportunities beyond the classroom, laboratory, and library — music,

theater, art, lectures, films, athletics, community service and more — to suit almost every interest.

Students

Colgate is a community of approximately 2,900 students — a size that supports a richer variety of

opportunities than would be possible at a smaller college. The University seeks to admit individuals who are

able and motivated to complete the academic program and who represent a diversity of talents and

backgrounds that contribute to and enrich the campus community. Special promise in particular areas, such

as art, music, theater, and athletics, is sought along with demonstrated academic achievement. Since 1967,

academically and economically disadvantaged students with strong potential have been recruited and

admitted to Colgate under the auspices of the Office of Undergraduate Studies.

Faculty

The principal purpose of the University is undergraduate education, and all faculty members have teaching

as their primary responsibility. Courses are taught by faculty members, not graduate students. Students and

professors share in the vigorous pursuit of learning, both inside and outside the classroom.

Colgate faculty members are productive artists, authors, and scholars whose professional work is important

not only for the advancement of knowledge but also as a means by which teaching is continually refreshed

and revitalized.

Interdisciplinary cooperation, exploration, and programming among members of the faculty, as well as the

University's commitment to undergraduate teaching and to the goals of academic freedom and excellence,

make Colgate's teaching and learning experience outstanding.

Alumni

Colgate's nearly 34,000 living alumni are particularly notable for their loyalty and have a tradition of strong

engagement and philanthropic support. Their achievements as distinguished graduates in almost every field

continually enhance Colgate's reputation.

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Many alumni maintain an active interest in university affairs through admission recruitment, career advising,

mentoring, fundraising, reunions, speaking engagements on campus, Colgate publications, and more than

60 active district clubs around the world.

The Campus

Colgate University is located in the historic village of Hamilton, at the northern end of the Chenango Valley in

upstate New York. Picturesque Hamilton, with a population of approximately 4,000, is centered on a village

green. Students frequently shop in the village, although many resources are available to them right on the

campus. The nearly 600-acre campus rises from the valley floor and village edge to a forested hill

Academic Buildings

Alumni Hall, erected in 1860, is home to the departments of history and sociology and anthropology, the

Africana and Latin American studies, Peace and Conflict studies, and Native American studies programs,

and the The Longyear Museum of Anthropology.

The Dana Arts Center houses the departments of music and theater, Brehmer Theater, and the Picker Art

Gallery. The building was constructed in 1965.

Hascall Hall is the office and classroom building for the Department of Philosophy. Built in 1884, it stands

as a distinctive example of the Romanesque Revival style of architecture and is listed in the National

The Robert H.N. Ho Science Center, which opened in fall 2007, houses the environmental studies,

geography, geology, and physics and astronomy departments and programs, as well as part of the biology

department. The building was designed to enhance learning and scholarship in the sciences, encourage

multidisciplinary fields of study, promote collaborative learning, and recognize the importance of community

outreach. Named in honor of Robert Hung-Ngai Ho, a member of the Class of 1956, the science center

features several classrooms and teaching laboratories, the Robert M. Linsley Geology Museum, numerous

faculty and student research spaces, a modern greenhouse, the Ho Tung Visualization Lab, and a

geographic information systems laboratory.

Lathrop Hall, built in 1906, includes classrooms, lecture halls, and office space for the Division of University

Studies, the Department of Writing and Rhetoric, and the Department of English. The Writing and Speaking

Center, Upstate Institute, Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education, Colgate

Speaking Union, Center for Learning, Teaching, and Research, Office of Equity and Diversity, Office of

Sustainability, and the Office of the Registrar are also located in Lathrop Hall.

Lawrence Hall, erected in 1926, houses the departments of the classics, East Asian languages and

literatures, German, religion, Romance languages and literatures, and interdisciplinary programs in Jewish

studies, Middle Eastern and Islamic studies, and Russian and Eurasian studies, as well as the Division of

the Arts and Humanities office. The building is also home to the W.M. Keck Humanities Resource Center as

well as Max Kade German Center, W.H. Gifford Classics Center, Japan Studies Center, Russian Center,

Robert Ho Center for Chinese Studies, and Robert Ho Lecture Room.

Little Hall, completed in 2001, is home to the Department of Art and Art History, as well as the museum

studies program and the film and media studies program. It contains studio art and art history classrooms

and faculty offices, as well as the Stilwill Library, a slide library, Clifford Art Gallery, and Golden Auditorium.

The building also includes printmaking, video, drawing, and digital art studios. An outdoor sculpture court

connects the facility with the Eric J. Ryan Studio building.

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McGregory Hall was erected in 1930. The building houses the computer science and mathematics

departments, the Cooley Science Library, Center for International Programs, and offices for the dean of the

faculty, dean of the college, and institutional planning and research.

Foggy Bottom Observatory contains a 16-inch reflector telescope, used on more than 100 nights each

year for course instruction and faculty/student research. This and several smaller telescopes are used by

students in introductory classes for observing stars, planets, and nebulae, and by upper-level students for

research studies of quasars, galaxies, and supernova explosions.

Olin Hall, which opened in 1971, contains classrooms, teaching and research laboratories, and offices for

the departments of biology and psychological and brain sciences. The building houses state-of-the-art

facilities and equipment, quarters for both warm- and cold-blooded animals, individual experimental rooms

for psychology, a microscopy suite, Love Auditorium, and the George R. Cooley Herbarium.

Persson Hall, built in 1994, houses the departments of economics, educational studies, and political

science, as well as the Division of Social Sciences office.

The Eric J. Ryan Studio, connected to Little Hall, opened in 1974 and provides facilities for teaching studio

art and theater. It also contains studios for painting, sculpture, and photography, as well as rehearsal rooms

for drama and jazz.

Spear House, built in 1835 by Joel Smith Bacon, professor of mathematics and natural philosophy and

intellectual and moral philosophy, houses offices for faculty members in the Division of Social Sciences.

Wynn Hall, the chemical sciences building, opened in 1979. Connected by tunnels to the other science

buildings on campus, it houses laboratories, class and seminar rooms, and departmental offices, as well as

the health sciences advising office.

The Libraries

Case Library and Geyer Center for Information Technology

Case Library and Geyer Center for Information Technology, a five-story, 151,000-square-foot structure

bringing together Colgate's print, media, and digital resources, opened in March 2007. Case Library serves

the arts and humanities, social sciences, interdisciplinary areas, and university studies. The Geyer Center

for Information Technology serves the computing and technology needs of the entire Colgate community.

The interactive, user-friendly facility supports the collaborative learning that is central to study in the liberal

arts. Its atrium provides natural light throughout the building and shows the library's centrality to campus life,

while its four reading rooms celebrate Colgate's sense of place with northern-looking vistas on the

Chenango Valley. Decades of collection growth will utilize the Library Automated Storage and Retrieval

(LASR) system, which can hold 550,000 volumes, all conveniently accessed through the library online

catalog.

Collections

The Libraries supports student and faculty research by providing access to over 855,00 print and 1,456,000

ebooks; 16,500 physical and 112,800 streaming films; and 225,000 periodicals. Rapid access to other

research materials is provided through an interlibrary loan network of regional and national libraries and

participation in the Center for Research Libraries.

Library web page

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The Libraries' website features access to a broad range of resources, services, and collections. The power

behind the large search box on the library website is Summon, a kind of search engine for research

materials. Use Summon to discover:

 (e-)books and (e-)journals

 full-text articles

 conference proceedings

 theses and dissertations

 video and audio recordings

 images

 manuscripts

 maps

 digital collections

Patrons can also access course and subject guides tailored to the current curriculum by our library faculty, in

addition to finding aids and digital collections from our University Archives and Special Collections.

Services

Librarians - The Libraries have outreach and engagement librarians for each academic division who

develop the Libraries' collection, provide introductory and advanced research assistance for students, and

support faculty research. Librarians also work in collaboration with faculty members to lead research

instruction sessions specific to individual courses and research projects. Librarians are available for one-on-

one research consultations by appointment and accessible via email and phone.

Colgate University Libraries' interlibrary loan service offers free access to global research materials beyond

their own collections. This resource sharing system expands the Libraries' reach worldwide, allowing

students, faculty, and staff to access diverse resources.

Facilities

The Case Library and Geyer Center for Information Technology includes state-of-the-art facilities for

research and scholarship.

The level-five Learning Commons provides a wide array of user spaces including Chobani at the

Hieber café, 24-hour study space, the Batza Meeting Room, Cronin Learning Lab, Grover-Hargrove Digital

Learning and Media Center, group study rooms, seminar rooms, and a reading room with a beautiful view of

Taylor Lake. Level four provides a variety of study spaces, books, and periodicals.

On the level-three main corridor, staff members provide user assistance at the Circulation Desk and ITS

Service Desk. Group study rooms, individual computers stations, scanners, and printers are also available

for use.

Level one houses government documents and audio and video recording studios. The Special Collections

and University Libraries department on level two houses major collections on Joseph Conrad and George

Bernard Shaw, rare books, the University Archives, a wide range of historical and biographical materials

relating to alumni and the faculty, and significant collections of Hamilton and Madison County history. Level

two also includes study space and books.

The George R. Cooley Science Library

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The George R. Cooley Science Library in McGregory Hall provides print collections in the subjects of

psychology, general science, mathematics, computer science, the natural sciences, medicine, and

technology. Its study spaces, collections, and research services are available to all Colgate students and

faculty.

Administrative and Program Facilities

In addition to buildings that house Colgate's various administrative departments, a variety of centers,

institutes, and other entities on campus serve as hubs for outreach, learning, and support of students and

other members of the community in specific mission- and function-based aspects of both curricular and co-

curricular endeavors. All facilities are located on campus unless otherwise noted.

Administrative Buildings

Athletics Facilities are described in Residential Life.

Benton Hall, which opened in 2018, houses Career Services, the Office of National Fellowships and

Scholarships, and the Thought Into Action entrepreneurship program. Funded exclusively through the

support of Colgate alumni and parents, this facility provides 18,500 square feet of interactive advising,

teaching, event, and program space.

The Bewkes Center, a 140-acre family farm located a few miles west of the campus, was the gift of E.

Garrett Bewkes Jr., Class of 1948. The property includes a 19th-century stone house, an 11-acre pond, and

a cottage. It is used for student ecological, environmental, meteorological, and geological research, and

employee recreation.

The Colgate Bookstore is the largest independent bookstore in central New York. Located one mile from

campus in Hamilton, it serves as Colgate's academic course book retailer as well as a general bookseller.

The bookstore, which operates under the auspices of the Division of Finance and Administration, also sells

Colgate clothing and gifts, computers and computer equipment; and school, art, and dorm supplies.

Rounding out the facility are a community event space, comfortable seating, and wireless Internet access.

James B. Colgate Hall, built as the library in 1890, became an office building in 1964. In this building are

the Hurwitz Admission Center and financial aid department, as well as other administrative offices including

the president's; finance and administration, accounting and control, budget and decision support, and

community affairs and auxiliary services; and corporate, foundation, and government relations.

The Colgate Inn on the village green in Hamilton serves the University and the community as a gathering

place for meals, events, and meetings and provides hotel accommodations for visitors. The inn is operated

by a private hotel management company under the umbrella of the Colgate Inn, LLC.

Colgate Memorial Chapel is used for chapel and University Church services, convocations, concerts and

other performances, and lectures. The garden level houses the Office of the Chaplains and other offices, a

small ecumenical chapel, a seminar area, a meeting/assembly/warm-up area, and music practice units. The

building was erected in 1918 as a memorial to James B. Colgate by his daughter, Mary Colgate.

The James C. Colgate Student Union, located on the lower campus, was built in 1937. It houses meeting

rooms and offices for student organizations, student publications, a student television studio, rehearsal and

performance space, Donovan's Pub, a game room, and the Hall of Presidents, which is used for concerts,

banquets, and events.

Conant House is dedicated to the Counseling Center.

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Curtiss E. Frank Dining Hall, built in 1984, is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week; it serves students

who live in residence halls and is open to all in the Colgate community.

88 Hamilton Street houses the Campus Safety Department.

The Hamilton Movie Theater is an historic community resource providing diverse film programming open to

the public. It is operated by the Hamilton Initiative, LLC.

Student Health Services is located at 150 Broad St. (Route 12B), between Reid Athletic Center and

Community Memorial Hospital. A satellite walk-in clinic is located on the lower level of Curtis Hall on the

upper campus.

Merrill House, built in 1899, was a gift of James B. Colgate. It houses the offices of communications and

planning, design, and construction, as well as a faculty/staff dining service, with gathering spaces for

receptions and small meetings.

O'Connor Campus Center (the "Coop") is the primary hub for out-of-class student activity on campus,

providing a comfortable informal dining area. The Coop also houses the Center for Leadership and Student

Involvement, Student Government Association, Colgate Activities Board, a small convenience store, student

travel agency, community lounge and meeting space, campus mail facility, WRCU radio station, university

printing, and a public computer center.

1 Madison Street and 14 Utica Street in the village of Hamilton house the Division of Institutional

Advancement.

The Palace Theater in the village of Hamilton is an alternative entertainment venue for the Colgate and

Hamilton communities. It is leased to an external nonprofit arts organization.

Raab House (formerly Watson House) serves as the residence for the president of Colgate and was

originally the gift of Mrs. Thomas Watson. Built in 1962, it was renamed in 2011 following a generous gift

from trustee emeritus Kirk '59 P'12'12 and Maryann Raab to renovate the house.

The Paul J. Schupf Studio Art Center, located at 54 Montgomery Street in downtown Hamilton, provides

approximately 8,000 square feet of studio space for faculty members and students.

Seven Oaks Golf Course, a Robert Trent Jones–designed course adjacent to campus, is both a public

course with a restaurant and catering facility and home to Colgate's varsity men's golf team.

Spear House, built in 1835 by Joel Smith Bacon, professor of mathematics and natural philosophy and

intellectual and moral philosophy, houses office for faculty members in the Division of Social Sciences.

Student Residences are described in Residential Life.

Program Facilities

The ALANA Cultural Center fosters understanding and appreciation of Africana, Latin American, Asian

American, and Native American cultures, struggles, and accomplishments. Sponsoring extensive

programming throughout the year, the center collaborates with both ALANA student organizations and

academic programs concerned with multicultural issues and education. The center, whose programming

falls under the auspices of the Office of the Dean of the College, offers a computer room, kitchen,

lounge/study area, and several seminar/meeting rooms, and serves as a gathering place for students.

The Center for International Programs in McGregory Hall houses the Office of Off-Campus Study, the

Lampert Institute for Civic and Global Affairs, and the Office of International Student Services. Activities that

prepare students for their study-abroad experience, along with events sponsored by international student

organizations, take place in the center. The center is also a vibrant and flexible space for others to host

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events and programs that extend Colgate's reach around the world. With its conference room, lounge, and

kitchen, the center also serves as a gathering space for students, professors, and staff members. The

director is the associate dean of the faculty for global and local initiatives.

The Center for Learning, Teaching, and Research enhances and supports student learning and faculty

teaching. It serves as a clearinghouse for information and consultation about the development of academic

skills and competencies that support high achievement. The center's staff members coordinate tutoring

services and arrange one-on-one tutoring and peer-led group learning programs and undergraduate

research. The center also has a variety of resources for faculty development, teaching, and scholarship. The

director is an appointed member of the faculty and reports to the Office of the Provost and Dean of the

Faculty.

The Center for Women's Studies, located on the ground floor of East Hall, extends education on issues of

gender and women's studies to the entire Colgate community. The center, which is affiliated with the

Women's Studies Program and LGTBQ+ Initiatives, offers a classroom, offices, and a reading room with

books, magazines, journals, and other resources. Dialogue among students, professors, and staff members,

as well as discussion groups, films, and other outreach programs sponsored by the center enhance the

understanding of gender issues and the intellectual development of Colgate students outside the classroom.

Chapel House, which is administered through the Office of the Provost and Dean of the Faculty, provides a

meditative environment for the study of religious books, art, and music. There is a library of several

thousand volumes; works of religious art by Buddhist, Christian, Confucian, Hindu, Jewish, and Muslim

artists; a collection of recorded religious music; a chapel; six guest rooms; and a dining room where meals

are served to resident guests.

Haven, Colgate's sexual violence response center, is located on the garden level of Curtis Hall.

The Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (the COVE), Colgate's center

for service, citizenship, and community building, fosters commitment to social responsibility and civic

engagement within the community. Housed in Lathrop Hall and part of Office of the Dean of the College, the

COVE supports 38 student-led community-based teams (volunteer groups), offers paid office intern and

literacy tutoring positions in local elementary schools, offers alternative break service opportunities, serves

as a resource to the faculty for developing and teaching service-learning courses, sponsors an internship

program, offers a pre-orientation service program, leads voter education and voter registration efforts on

campus, participates in campus life initiatives, offers topical, skill-based learning opportunities, raises

awareness for local, national, and global social issues, and provides programming in social change–oriented

career choices. The COVE includes a lounge, conference room, and staff offices.

The Michael Saperstein Jewish Center, built in 1993, provides a setting for weekly Shabbat services,

Passover seders, and observance of Jewish holidays. It is equipped with a kosher kitchen. The center offers

lectures by speakers of international renown and social and educational opportunities for all students

interested in Jewish religious and cultural life, and serves as a lounge and meeting space. The center is

administered through the Office of the Dean of the College.

The Shaw Wellness Institute, located at 113 Broad St. and reports through the Office of the Dean of the

College, promotes the holistic development of students, encouraging them and other members of the

Colgate community to lead healthy, balanced, and purposeful lives. The institute's work includes the

identification and prioritization of health issues that impact student success; individualized services for

alcohol and other drugs and nutrition; resources and support for students managing disordered eating, body

image, or eating disorders; skills-based workshops and trainings on a range of health-related behaviors;

peer-led health education and alumni mentoring; and collaboration with campus partners on wellness

programs and services.

The W.M. Keck Humanities Resource Center in Lawrence Hall features state-of-the-art technology to

facilitate the study of language, culture, and humanities.

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The Writing and Speaking Center, located in Lathrop Hall and part of Colgate's academic division,

provides students with one-on-one peer assistance with writing projects and oral presentations in any

discipline. Writers and speakers of all levels and abilities are welcome, with no referral necessary, and

students may visit at any stage of the composing process, from initial brainstorming of ideas to review of a

full draft or presentation. Appointments and walk-in hours are available at several campus locations each

semester.

Specialized Facilities

Several campus facilities used for teaching also open their doors to the public for viewing and special

programs and events or benefit the public in other ways.

Colgate University Press, founded in 1964 by seven members of the faculty, publishes at a modest, self-

supporting rate.

The Ho Tung Visualization Lab is a digital theater, planetarium, and 3D-visualization classroom for

immersive learning and research experiences.

The Robert M. Linsley Geology Museum exhibits geology collections including the Edward Lathrop, J.H.

TenEyck Burr, John H. Vosburgh, and William Urban collections of minerals and gems, and the G. Arthur

Cooper and Ledyard Lincklaen collection of Devonian fossils.

The Longyear Museum of Anthropology is a teaching museum. The collection of archaeological,

ethnological, and artistic materials, primarily relating to the Americas and Africa, includes the Mortimer C.

Howe Collection of American Indian artifacts; the Herbert W. Bigford, William Bennett, and Theodore

Whitney collections of Oneida Indian and pre-Iroquois archaeology; contemporary paintings, drawings,

prints, and mixed media works by Canadian First Nations artists; and the Herman Copen Collection of

African art.

The Museum of the Chenango Valley in Olin Hall houses the George R. Cooley Herbarium, much of

whose botanical collection was given by Mr. Cooley, a member of the Class of 1921, as well as vertebrate

and invertebrate specimens from locations near and far.

Visual and Performing Arts Facilities

Several campus buildings and facilities used for teaching also open their doors to the public for arts

programs and events.

The Clifford Gallery in Little Hall is a teaching gallery featuring four to six exhibitions a year. Exhibitions are

selected by the art and art history faculty to explore issues originating in the academic curriculum. The

primary focus is the display of professional work by contemporary artists. These artists are often featured in

the weekly public lecture series described below. The Clifford Gallery is open to the entire community and

contributes to the cultural life of the central New York area.

Golden Auditorium in Little Hall offers state-of-the-art projection capabilities

Colgate Memorial Chapel

The Picker Art Gallery, on the second and third floors of Dana Arts Center, offers frequent traveling

exhibitions of international scope, as well as exhibitions of antiquity, Asian, African, Old Master, and 20th-

century works from its permanent collection.

Brehmer Theater is the setting, each year, for up to 10 theater productions, each staged as many as six or

seven times, as well as concerts and lecture events.

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Information Technology Services

Colgate Information Technology Services (ITS) provides an array of computing and technology resources for

every member of the community. The ITS service portfolio includes the essentials of end user support,

desktop and public computing, Internet services, information security, learning technologies, research and

high performance computing, management of Colgate's enterprise systems that help run the business of the

University, and helping colleagues use and make sense of data.

ITS Service Desk Located on the third floor of Case-Geyer. For more information about services and hours

visit the ITS web page, colgate.edu/information-technology. Students and members of the faculty and staff

can also call 315-228-7111 or e-mail itsh[email protected].

Public Computing Resources

O'Connor Lab is located on the ground level of O'Connor Campus Center and offers computers with

a variety of productivity software as well as printers and scanners. Student assistants are available

when the lab is open to maintain the printers in the lab and assist with general computing questions.

The Case-Geyer Library and Center for Information Technology has 103 computers available for

use by members of the Colgate community. The workstations and printers are located mainly on the

3rd and 5th floors and are available whenever the building is open. Student assistants and

professional staff at the ITS Service Desk on the 3rd floor are available to assist with printers and

general computing questions.

Cooley Science Library has 22 public computers, several printers and scanners, apple chargers,

and a charging station available for use by members of the Colgate community.

Departmental Labs Academic departments maintain specialized computer labs that offer students,

by permission, access to advanced software and discipline-specific equipment. Departmental lab

configurations and access policies vary by department. Check with individual departments for details

on using these resources.

Internet Access Most areas of campus, including student residential spaces, academic and administrative

buildings, many athletic facilities, and outdoor spaces have wireless Internet access. Members of the

Colgate community can join the secure eduroam network using their Colgate e-mail address and password.

For devices that do not support highly secure networks, like game systems and media streaming devices,

we offer the Colgate Gaming and Media network. Guests of the University are welcome to join the Colgate

Guest network for basic Internet access.

Research and High Performance Computing The Research and High Performance Computing team

works with faculty and students to provide computing services well beyond what a traditional computer

system can offer. These services include parallel computer clusters, big-CPU and big-RAM systems, and

storage for large data sets. It is located on the 3rd floor of Case Geyer in room 350.

Special Support for Teaching, Learning and Research The Learning and Applied Innovation team of

instructional design and training professionals provides coordinated support to faculty, students, and staff

who wish to use current and emerging technologies to develop more creative connections among teaching,

learning, and technology. Visitors can check in at the service desk or follow signs to the Learning and

Applied Innovation Suite on the 3rd floor of Case Geyer.

Classroom Technology Virtually all of Colgate's classrooms include computer and presentation

technology. The vast majority of learning spaces are outfitted with data projectors or large TVs, Mac and/or

Windows computers with the latest operating systems, modern control systems, Blu-ray/DVD playback

capabilities, and laptop connections (VGA and HDMI). Classroom computers are connected via fast network

switches to the Internet and network resources.

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The Classroom, Digital Media and Events department, within Information Technology Services, is staffed

with classroom and event specialists who respond to classroom emergencies, augment capabilities, and

maintain the University's many classroom and event spaces.

Unique and Innovative Resources

 The Anita Grover '74 and Tom Hargrove P'14 Digital Learning and Media Center (DLMC), located

in the Learning Commons on level five of Case-Geyer, is a collaborative studio for digital media

creation and manipulation. The DLMC houses 16 Macintosh workstations and serves as both a

classroom for formal instruction and a lab for individual student work.

 The video and audio studios, located on level one of Case-Geyer, house professional equipment

capable of producing high-end audio and video productions.

 The W.M. Keck Humanities Resource Center, located in Lawrence Hall, provides technologies and

staff support for language learning and instruction.

 The Hub is a collection of resources (3D printers, scanners, drones, and microcontrollers) that

support the Colgate community in the exploration of "maker" technologies that can enhance

teaching, learning, research, and creative work. The Learning and Applied Innovation team strives

to foster an environment of collaboration, experimentation, creativity, and innovation among

students, faculty, and staff members.

Media Collection, Support, and Equipment Checkout Faculty, staff, and students have access to an

extensive media collection and can borrow many types of computing and media equipment in the Case-

Geyer building. Members of the Colgate community can check out laptops, digital cameras, audio recording

devices, and digital video cameras for on- and off-campus curricular work and research (all based on

availability).

Web-Based Services

 Maintained in collaboration with the Communications Office, the University's main website

(www.colgate.edu), offers important information to a variety of constituencies including prospective

and current students, alumni, parents, the faculty and staff, and the local and regional community.

 The Colgate Mobile App also provides the latest University news, a campus map, area information,

dining menus, Colgate Cruiser bus schedules, laundry tracking, special event notifications and

schedules, and more.

 The Colgate Portal (portal.colgate.edu) provides students, faculty, and staff anywhere/anytime

access to a variety of Colgate-related web-based services.

Data Support Located on the 5th floor of Case-Geyer, the Data Analytics and Decision Support team helps

faculty, staff, and students work with datasets, reports, dashboards and data visualizations.

Television Service Colgate provides a subscription to SpectrumU, accessible from mobile devices including

laptops, phones and tablets.

Undergraduate Program

The Academic Program

Colgate's curriculum includes a wide range of study opportunities in the arts, natural sciences, and social

sciences. It is structured to provide a well-rounded liberal arts education and to prepare students for

graduate and professional schools. A student's academic program consists of courses in the Liberal Arts

Core Curriculum, courses in the field of major, electives, and physical education classes. There are

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56 majors offered, several of which are interdisciplinary in nature and offer honors programs. Qualified

students are encouraged to participate in one of Colgate's more than 20 off-campus study groups. Other

academic options include independent study courses, guided research, and approved off-campus (non-

Colgate) study programs.

The Academic Curriculum

The following sections describe important features of the curriculum. For more specific course requirements

see Majors and Minors.

Academic Credit

Academic credit toward the Colgate degree is expressed in terms of course credits. Most courses taken at

Colgate carry one course credit (1.00) or the equivalent of four credits on the semester-hour basis.

Fractional credit (0.25 or 0.50) is awarded for academic opportunities that do not fit easily into the standard

one course/one credit structure. Fractional credit of 0.25 or 0.50 may be awarded for two types of courses:

(1) stand-alone fractional credit courses that have a clear intellectual rationale independent from other

courses (e.g., approved half-semester courses, independent study/research); and (2) add-on fractional

credit courses comprising components that intellectually engage students in ways that extend beyond the

content of the full-credit course to which they are attached (e.g., laboratories, service learning, extended

study, and performance). Add-on fractional credit may be either required or optional. A maximum of 2.00

course credits from add-on fractional credit courses may count toward the 32-course credit graduation

requirement. There is no limitation on the number of stand-alone fractional credit courses that may count

toward graduation.

All fractional credit courses receive separate grades. One-half credit courses are equivalent to two credits on

the semester-hour basis and are indicated as 0.50 on the academic record. One-quarter credit courses are

equivalent to one credit on the semester-hour basis and are indicated as 0.25 on the academic record.

As used in the catalog, the term "course" means a full (1.00) course credit, as distinguished from fractional

credit courses. All laboratories included in course descriptions as bearing academic credit carry 0.25 course

credits, unless noted otherwise.

Curricular Requirements for Graduation

Students must complete a minimum of 32.00 course credits (with a minimum cumulative grade point

average of 2.00) and requirements for the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, a major, and foreign language and

writing (if stipulated upon admission). Additional requirements, including residency and physical education,

are described in Academic Regulations.

The Liberal Arts Core Curriculum: Living and

learning in a Diverse Community

Summary

The required Liberal Arts Core Curriculum has the following structure for students who arrive after the Spring

of 2023:

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The Components

Core Communities

Core Conversations

Core Sciences

The Liberal Arts Practices

Artistic Practice and Interpretation

Confronting Collective Challenges

Language Study

The Process of Writing

Quantitative and Algorithmic Reasoning

Areas of Inquiry

Human Thought and Expression

Natural Science and Mathematics

Social Relations, Institutions, and Agents

Physical Education and Wellness

Distinction (optional)

Students will fulfill the LACC in no fewer than 10 and no more than 12 courses.

Fulfilling the Core Components:

These three Component courses are not sequential. Students may complete the three required component

courses in any order but are expected to complete the three courses by the end of their sophomore year.

Exceptions may be made for students completing certain programs (for example, pre-medical study) and for

students with special individual circumstances. Students who have not completed the three component

courses by the end of the second year are required to obtain permission of the course instructor to enroll as

juniors or seniors in component courses.

Students entering Colgate in the Fall of

 2021 must successfully complete Core 151 and 152 in addition to Core Communities and Identities

and Core Scientific Perspectives; or Core Conversations in place of either Core 151 or 152. As

Core 151 and Core 152 are no longer offered, students who still need one of these courses must

consult with the University Professor of Core Conversations to decide on a suitable substitute

course. The University Professor must approve the substitute course in order for it to satisfy the

requirement.

 2022 must complete three component courses. In addition to Core Communities and Identities and

Core Scientific Perspectives, they must successfully complete one of the following, or two if they

wish: Core 111 (Conversations) or CORE 151 (Legacies of the Ancient World) or CORE 152

(Challenges of Modernity). The second course would count toward graduation but would not fulfill a

requirement.

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 2023 or later must successfully complete Core Communities, Core Conversations, and Core

Sciences. A Global Engagements course (see the previous core curriculum) is no longer required.

Students entering Colgate in the Fall of 2021 or 2022 may substitute Core Communities for Core

Communities and Identities, and Core Sciences for Core Scientific Perspectives when the new courses

become available.

Fulfilling the Liberal Arts Practices and Areas of Inquiry:

To ensure a well-rounded liberal arts education, students must engage with disciplines throughout the

curriculum and across the full reach of the academic program at Colgate. Thus, to fulfill the Liberal Arts

Practices and Areas of Inquiries requirements, students must successfully complete at least seven courses,

from at least six different subjects.

Although a course may carry multiple tags, a student may not fulfill multiple designations through a single

course. The following exceptions apply:

 Students may double-count their Process of Writing Practice course to also fulfill one Liberal Arts

Practices or Areas of Inquiry requirement.

 Students may double-count the FSEM to fulfill one Core Component or any Liberal Arts Practice /

Area of Inquiry requirement except their Process of Writing course.

Students may complete these requirements in any order, at any point during their progress toward a

degree. Only full, 1.0-credit courses and repeatable fractional-credit courses may carry Liberal Arts

Practices and Areas of Inquiry tags. Courses approved for transfer credit may count toward the

requirements, provided they carry at least 0.75 Colgate credits.

Students entering Colgate in the Fall of

 2021 or 2022 must successfully complete two courses, in different subject codes, in each of the

three Areas of Inquiry.

 2023 must successfully complete one course in each of the three Areas of Inquiry plus one course

in each of the five Liberal Arts Practices. (See above for double-counting options.)

Apart from transfer students, all Colgate undergraduates entering in the Fall of 2023 or later are required to

meet these requirements; students may not place out of any of them. None may be fulfilled by Advanced

Placement credits or other pre-matriculation credit. Liberal Arts Practices and Areas of Inquiry requirements

may be fulfilled on Approved Programs and at other institutions approved by the University for transfer

credit. Component courses must be successfully completed at Colgate.

For additional information see the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum

First-Year Seminars and Living and Learning

Workshop

Director Karn

First-year seminars (FSEMs) and the Living and Learning Workshop (LLW) are designed to introduce

students to a variety of liberal arts topics, skills, and ways of learning, including the importance of academic

integrity. The FSEM emphasizes all aspects of the learning process including the exploration of individual

needs and strengths, interactions with classmates, and the multiplicity of resources beyond the classroom.

Special emphasis is placed on improving writing skills and using the library's many resources. The merging

of these elements into a single course provides a prime opportunity for the student to obtain a breadth of

college-level experience and academic perspective. Many FSEMs satisfy additional requirements in the

Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, including the Core components, the Liberal Arts Practices, and Areas of

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Inquiry. FSEMs are listed each year in the first-year student registration materials, and each FSEM cohort is

connected to one of the four Residential Commons. Each FSEM is also placed into a section of the LLW,

which aims to educate the whole student and to build an inclusive community with well-adjusted and socially

aware students.

Cultures and Languages Across the Curriculum

(CLAC)

Colgate University seeks to create an international ethos for the liberal arts by expanding the range of

curricular settings in which students and professors pursue knowledge through the study of materials

produced in multiple languages. Beyond the language and literature departments, faculty across all

academic disciplines regularly include sources originally published in a wide variety of languages in their

curricula. Through the CLAC program, faculty may choose to offer a supplemental component to a particular

course in which students learn new language skills related to the primary course or read course materials in

their original language.

Major Programs

Students investigate a body of knowledge in depth in a major. An official major must be selected and filed in

the Office of the Registrar in the second term of the sophomore year. Students who fail to declare a major by

the announced deadline will not be permitted to register for the upcoming term. A student may subsequently

change majors with the approval of the new department chair or program director and the filing of a new

declaration of major form with the registrar. Most major programs are centered on a single discipline and

supervised by one academic department; however, a number of interdisciplinary majors permit students to

major in a subject that involves several related departments. Some even cross divisional boundaries. A

minimum grade of C- in introductory courses is normally needed for admission to a major. For graduation,

the minimum grade point average (GPA) required for courses counted toward the major is 2.00 (C).

The major program includes at least eight courses. Most departments or programs also require a senior-

level seminar or research course or independent study.

Students may pursue a double major, a major and a minor, or a major and two minors (i.e., students

pursuing a double major may not pursue a minor.) No more than two majors, one major and one minor, or a

major and two minors, may be recorded on a student's transcript. Students should see Majors and

Minors for an alphabetical list.

Bachelor of Arts Degree (AB) Programs

The major programs are approved by the Dean's Advisory Council and registered officially with the New

York State Education Department. Specific major and honors requirements are found in Majors and Minors.

Double Major

Some students elect to fulfill the requirements for two separate majors. This choice helps focus the plan of

study but greatly reduces one's freedom in electing courses each semester.

Students wishing to declare a second major must formally file their plan with the registrar by the full-term

course withdrawal deadline in the first term of the senior year.

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The form filed first will be considered the primary major, unless the registrar is informed that the second form

filed is to be the primary major. Students who elect to complete a double major must let each supervising

department or program know that a second major is being pursued.

A course may be used to satisfy requirements in both majors. A student will only be considered to have

completed a double major when at least seven of the courses completed in fulfillment of each major are

unique. If the primary major requires cognate courses (which must be taken but which are not actually

considered part of the major), these cognate courses may be counted toward the second major. The

minimum GPA of 2.00, required for completion of the primary major, also applies to a second major.

Topical Majors

Topical majors allow students, with the advice of a faculty adviser, to design an independent,

interdisciplinary course of study outside the existing department and program structure. Topical majors are

used for student major programs that encompass courses from more than one department or program. The

three topical major programs are in Arts and Humanities, Natural Science, and Social Sciences. Although

administered at the divisional level, some topical majors may cross divisional lines. Topical major programs

are approved by the respective division directors. In all cases, Colgate's general requirements for graduation

will apply. Topical majors are described under their respective divisions within the alphabetical order of

Majors and Minors.

Minor

Every department and nearly every program at Colgate offers an optional minor consisting of at least five

designated courses or types of courses. A major and a minor, or two minors, may have overlap of course

requirements, but at least seven courses must be unique to the major and at least four courses must be

unique to each minor. Minors should include coursework at the intermediate or advanced level. A minimum

GPA of 2.00 (C) is required in all courses counted toward a minor. Minors must be filed with the registrar by

the full-term withdrawal deadline in the first term of the senior year. No student may declare a minor in the

same field as the student's major.

Academic Advising

Faculty advising can be essential to a student's success and sense of satisfaction with the academic

program. Colgate recognizes that academic advising needs can be diverse, and individual expectations and

requirements often change with time. Effective advising develops in a timely fashion when students take the

responsibility of reading this catalog and the Colgate Student Handbook, and seek assistance early and

often.

Academic advising typically follows this pattern during the four years at Colgate:

Prior to the first semester

Students select courses for the first semester during the summer, prior to their arrival on campus for the fall

orientation program. At this point, the first-year web pages and summer pre-matriculation faculty advisers

serve as the primary resources for academic planning and course selection.

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The First Semester - Course-Based Advising

One of the four courses that each student selects for the first semester is a first-year seminar. The instructor

for this course serves as the faculty adviser for each student enrolled in the seminar. During the first-year

orientation program, students meet with their faculty advisers in individual advising sessions and review their

fall course schedules.

Throughout the semester, the faculty adviser serves as an important source of counsel and guidance, gives

information on course withdrawal and registration for spring term, and monitors midterm reports. Each

semester, students are required to consult with their academic advisers prior to registration.

The Second and Third Semesters - Transition Advising

The advising relationship with the first-year seminar instructor usually continues until a major is selected.

Students may change their official advisers by completing a form available from the Office of the Registrar.

The Fourth Semester - Declaration of the Major

In the spring semester of the sophomore year, each student must declare a major by completing a form to

be turned in at the Office of the Registrar. The student chooses or is assigned a major adviser at this time.

The major adviser is a mentor who advises students about requirements in the context of a sound,

comprehensive academic program.

The Administration's Role in Academic Advising

The academic advising program is administered by the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and Provost.

Questions, concerns, and suggestions about academic advising at Colgate should be directed to the director

of academic support and disability services in the Center for Learning, Teaching, and Research.

Honors and Awards

Colgate University encourages students to strive for excellence in their chosen fields of academic endeavor

and honors those who achieve distinction in their academic performance.

Honors in Major

Students who earn honors in their majors have so mastered their disciplines that they are able to complete,

with distinction, original work appropriate to their chosen fields of study. Specific requirements for Honors

and High Honors are indicated on the Department/Program pages. Most major honors require completion of

department or program courses with a designated grade point average (GPA) as well as a project designed

and pursued independently under the guidance of a faculty sponsor. Departments and programs will

determine whether the oral presentation and/or written reports are of a quality appropriate for honors. For

details consult the departmental or program major listed alphabetically in Departments and Programs.

University Honors

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Students who maintain a consistently high grade point average (GPA) throughout their academic careers

are recognized for their achievements by the awarding of university honors at graduation. University honors

(based on all courses attempted while enrolled at Colgate) are summa cum laude (3.80), magna cum laude

(3.50), and cum laude (3.30). GPAs for university honors are established and reviewed by the Dean's

Advisory Council. A minimum of 22 Colgate courses taken for a grade will be considered for university

honors. Transfer students who have taken between 16 and 22 Colgate courses for a grade will be

considered for university honors.

The valedictorian and salutatorian are the students who have the highest and second highest rank in the

graduating class based upon the cumulative GPA in all courses taken for a grade. Transfer students must

be enrolled at Colgate for at least six terms in order to be considered eligible for the university honor of

valedictorian or salutatorian.

The Dean's Award

The following awards are presented each term to students who achieve the following

Dean's Award with Distinction - Students who receive a term grade point average of 3.6 or higher while

completing at least 3 course credits for a conventional letter grade and a minimum of 3.75 total course

credits.

Dean's Award - Students who receive a term grade point average of 3.3 or higher while completing at least 3

course credits for a conventional letter grade and a minimum of 3.75 total course credits.

See Grading Policies

Other Awards

The Bernard and Sydell Citron Pre-Medical Scholastic Prize — established in 1964. The income from this

fund, but not less than $250 annually, is to be paid to the graduating pre-medical senior who has been

accepted in a medical school and who has attained the highest scholastic standing among all the pre-

medical students graduating that year.

The Class of 1884 Public Speaking Prize — established in 1884 to offer a prize for debate.

The Class of 1997 Endowed Graduate Fellowship — established to provide financial assistance for one or

more graduating seniors. Preference is given to a candidate pursuing a graduate level degree.

The George W. Cobb Awards — awarded to recognize outstanding achievement by undergraduates. No

fewer than 10 nor more than 20 awards are made annually to those students who, during the college year

immediately preceding the award, shall have demonstrated qualities of outstanding leadership and influence

among their fellow students and shall have exercised effective influence in bringing to the college students

of the highest character and personal qualities. The recipients of these awards are to be known as the

George W. Cobb Fellows.

The Colgate Alumni Corporation 1819 Award — given annually to the senior whose character, scholarship,

sportsmanship, and service to others best exemplify the spirit that is Colgate. The 1819 Award is the most

selective and prestigious award Colgate University bestows upon a graduating senior.

The Colgate Professional Writers' Award — juried prize that recognizes and encourages outstanding

nonfiction writing by undergraduates.

The Dean's Community Service Awards — conferred on the individual or student group that conducted

outstanding community service during the school year.

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The Dodge Prizes — established by Ebenezer Dodge, D.D., LL.D., president of the university 1868–90, and

awarded to the first-year students who achieve the highest academic record during the first year of their

college career, as determined by their grade point averages.

Lampert Award for Outstanding Scholarship — awarded to the student with the most outstanding project of

the annual Lampert Fellowships in Civic and Global Affairs.

The Adam Clayton Powell Jr. '30 Award — recognizes seniors who have made outstanding contributions to

Colgate and, in the process, enriched the life of the student community of color.

The Professor Daniel H. Saracino Endowed Fund for Phi Beta Kappa —created in honor of Daniel H.

Saracino, Neil R. Grabois Professor of mathematics, to support the work of the Colgate chapter of Phi Beta

Kappa. An award will be given annually to the graduating senior with the highest grade point average among

those elected to Phi Beta Kappa. In addition, as many as two prizes per year may be awarded at the

discretion of the chapter in recognition of specific scholarly or creative projects that are of exceptional merit.

The Edward M. Stimets Memorial Award — conferred on the student who, in the judgment of the dean of the

faculty, the dean of the college, the dean of first-year students, and the president of the Student Government

Association, contributed the most to Colgate in their first year.

The Dr. Leo H. Speno '26 Endowed Prize Fund — established in memory of Dr. Leo H. Speno '26. This

prize will be awarded annually to as many as four seniors who meet at least two of the following criteria:

above-average GPA, member of a varsity athletic team, member of a fraternity or sorority, involved in the

religious life of the university, involved in service activities in the Colgate and/or Hamilton communities.

Special preference will also be given to students who meet the criteria and have demonstrated an interest in

pursuing a career in the medical sciences.

The Jewish Student Life Award — awarded by the program for outstanding Jewish student leadership.

The Kingsford Prizes in Public Speaking — established in 1881 for prizes in public speaking.

The Lewis Oratory Prize — established in 1867 in memory of George W.M. Lewis for the orator who excels

in the composition and delivery of an original oration.

The George E. Stevenson Prize — established in 1920 for a prize in extemporaneous speaking.

See department/program pages for specific departmental awards.

Off-Campus Study

Acquiring an intercultural perspective is an important goal of Colgate's liberal arts education. The university

offers an academically, geographically, and culturally diverse array of off-campus programs that combine

rigorous academic study with meaningful cultural engagement. The global campus provides access to

lectures by distinguished scholars and readings by well-known writers; it opens the doors of museums,

libraries, theaters and temples; and it allows students to experience the day-to-day fascination of a new and

stimulating environment.

All students studying abroad on approved programs that are hosted in a non-English speaking country, or in

a country in which English is one of many official languages, are required to take at least one language class

in that program's native language or one course taught in a local language other than English during the

program. Please consult the Off-Campus Study web page for a list of language requirements for each

program. Exceptions will not be granted except in extreme circumstances.

The off-campus study program is administered by the Office of Off-Campus Study in McGregory Hall.

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programs offered by other universities or education providers; and extended study courses taught by

Colgate faculty that includes an off-campus component from 14-21 days.

Students are advised to meet with an off-campus study adviser to learn more about their options and plan in

order to take best advantage of this opportunity. Students should consult their academic adviser and

department early in the process to discuss degree requirements and any courses to be applied towards the

major or minor.

For more information see Off-Campus Study.

Application and Enrollment

Application to off-campus study programs is made through the Office of Off-Campus Study. Applicants must

meet the GPA requirements and prerequisites of their desired program, and be in good academic standing

with Colgate in the following areas: academic, financial, and disciplinary. Students must demonstrate

personal and academic maturity equal to the demands of the off-campus program, which often exceeds the

demands of the campus. This maturity should be attested to by the student's academic record,

administrative dean, and academic adviser. Admission to an off-campus study program is competitive and

not guaranteed.

The application deadline is normally in November for Colgate Study Groups (Faculty led) and may be found

online at colgate.edu/OCS. The annual deadline for approved, non-Colgate programs is in early February for

all of the following year, fall and spring semesters. Approved programs are reviewed by Colgate's academic

departments and listed on the Off-Campus Study Programs website at colgate.edu/OCS.

The number of students permitted to study off campus is managed by the university and student numbers

must be balanced across semesters. Study Groups are scheduled to balance between fall and spring

semesters. In order to continue to maintain all on-campus activities and support systems (including

housing), approved program applicants must also be balanced across semesters. Colgate makes every

effort to accommodate requests for off-campus study that will enable students to deepen their liberal arts

education with coursework sponsored by other institutions. Nonetheless, the university needs to balance

enrollments across both semesters and so reserves the right to regulate the number of students who are

granted permission to study off campus each semester. Careful and early planning is vital to successful off-

campus study. Students should discuss projected off-campus study plans with OCS and their academic

advisers, considering options for both fall and spring terms that will achieve their educational objectives.

Students attending a Colgate study group, approved program, or extended study remain enrolled at Colgate

during their time off-campus.

Please refer to the Off-Campus Study section in Academic Regulations, for additional policies concerning

the transfer of credit and grades from off-campus study programs.

Off-campus programs during the final semester

Any senior electing to participate in an off-campus study program, including an extended study, in their final

semester will not be eligible to have their degree conferred at the end of that semester. The degree will be

awarded on the conferral date following documented completion of all degree requirements and off-campus

study coursework. Students who wish to participate in the May ceremony should contact the registrar's office

no later than January to determine eligibility.

Tuition and Financial Aid

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Colgate's off-campus study tuition and financial structure make programs accessible for all students,

regardless of financial means, just as it does for on-campus programs. The tuition structure helps to ensure

that Colgate programs meet the university's high standards for academic rigor and quality.

All Colgate students who study on a Colgate-directed study group or on an external approved program

continue to pay Colgate tuition and are eligible for Colgate need-based financial aid when studying off

campus. Students are billed for tuition by Colgate for the semester they will be off campus plus the cost of

any room, board, or other expenses charged by the individual study group or approved program. Students

are responsible for paying other non-billable expenses, such as airfare, government visas, books,

refundable deposits, optional fees, and personal incidentals directly. Off-campus study cost estimates are

available under the Costs and Aid section of the OCS web page at colgate.edu/OCS.

Students receiving need-based financial aid will have their financial aid package reviewed by the Office of

Financial Aid for the semester they will be abroad. Financial aid is applied to students' accounts at the time

of billing. Students are responsible for paying any balance due to Colgate. If there is a credit due, it will be

released to the student shortly before the start of the semester.

Financial aid may be increased to meet the additional cost of off-campus study for only one semester and

one extended study. Students participating in an additional semester-long or extended study program will

have their awards capped at the amount they would have received if they were to remain on campus.

For information regarding withdrawal from off-campus study, see Withdrawal and Refund Policy section in

Expenses.

Colgate Study Groups

Colgate study groups provide students the opportunity to study off campus for a semester under the

guidance and mentorship of a Colgate faculty member. Each study group has a unique academic focus and

immerses students in new cultures, perspectives and experiences. Depending on the program, students will

live together with their peers in apartments, with local students in university dorms, or with local host

families. Study groups primarily accommodate registered Colgate students, though occasionally a few

students from the New York Six group of colleges or Syracuse University may participate on certain study

groups with visiting-student status on a space-available basis. Study groups normally enroll 15-18 students

and are subject to minimum enrollment numbers to operate.

Colgate regularly offers the following semester-long study groups on an annual or biennial basis and

currently all international study groups satisfy the Global Engagements requirement (U.S.-based groups do

not satisfy the requirement). For specific study group details, consult the OCS web pages at

colgate.edu/OCS. It should be noted that changes may occur in the scheduling of study groups and that new

groups may be added.

 Australia: University of Wollongong (fall and spring)

 China: Taiwan, Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai (fall)

 England: London Economics (fall and/or spring)

 England: London English (fall and/or spring)

 England: London History (spring)

 England: University of Manchester (fall)

 Germany: University of Freiburg (spring)

 Italy: Ca'Foscari University, Venice (fall)

 Jamaica: University of the West Indies, Kingston (spring)

 Japan: Kyoto (fall or spring)

 New Zealand: University of Otago (spring)

 Singapore: National University of Singapore (fall)

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 Scotland: St. Andrews University (fall or spring)

 South Africa: University of Cape Town, Cape Town (fall)

 South Korea: Yonsei University, Seoul (fall)

 Spain: Madrid: CEU (fall)

 Switzerland: The Graduate Institute, Geneva (fall or spring)

 Trinidad: University of the West Indies, St. Augustine (spring)

 United States: New York City Film Studies (every other fall)

 United States: Bethesda Biomedical Research, Bethesda, MD (fall)

 United States: Washington, D.C. (spring)

 United States: Santa Fe, New Mexico (fall)

 Wales: Cardiff University (spring)

Approved Programs

Colgate allows students to study off campus on a select list of approved programs offered by third-party

educational program providers, New York Six off-campus exchanges, or other U.S. universities, or to enroll

directly in certain exchanges with approved partner foreign universities throughout the world and earn

transfer credit toward degree requirements. Approved programs have been carefully vetted by the Off-

Campus Study Committee and by individual academic departments for compatibility with Colgate's

curriculum. In addition to meeting Colgate's expectations for academic rigor, they offer strong on-site support

services and emergency support, and provide opportunities for meaningful engagement in the host culture.

Colgate's approved programs list is available on the Off-Campus study web pages at colgate.edu/OCS, and

includes over 100 programs in over 50 countries. Approved programs expand the possibilities for students

with diverse academic interests and goals by providing options in a wide range of locations as well as a

variety of program models.

As a way of ensuring an immersive study abroad experience, students participating on approved programs

that are hosted in a non-English speaking country or in a country in which English is one of many official

languages, are required to take at least one language class in that program's native language or one course

taught in a local language other than English during the program. Often these courses are conversation-

based and designed to enhance student ability to converse with local people. Please consult the Off-

Campus Study web page for a list of language requirements for each country. Ordinarily, exceptions will not

be granted.

Housing on Approved Programs

Colgate University requires that students on approved programs select housing arranged by the program

and does not approve independent housing. Students are required to participate in housing offered by the

program provider or outside organization.

Extended Study

A number of Colgate courses offer short-term study components that extend the course for 14 to 21 days

beyond the campus and beyond the regular term. These programs offer opportunities for students to gain

access to institutions and individuals relevant to their coursework that are not available on campus.

Extended study is particularly attractive to students whose schedules do not permit them to participate in

semester-long programs. The university has developed many extended study courses, of which up to eight

are offered each year. Extended Study groups operate in either January or May immediately following the

semester.

Prerequisites may exist for extended study courses. New extended study courses are added on a regular

basis. Please see the OCS web page for a complete listing of courses offering extended study components.

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Other Programs

Students with a compelling academic rationale whose academic interests cannot be met by a Colgate study

group or approved program may petition the Office of Off-Campus Study to attend an alternate program.

Students should begin by speaking with the associate director of off-campus study for advice about options

and drafting a petition. Students should consult their academic advisers about the possibility of attending a

program not already approved by Colgate. Petitions are vetted and determined by the Off-Campus Study

Committee and require the support of a student's academic department and faculty adviser.

Students who do not submit a petition or whose petitions are denied, will not be eligible for Colgate financial

aid or grant assistance, nor will academic credit transfer toward the degree.

Petitions for Travel to Countries under a U.S. State

Department Travel Advisory

Colgate students are subject to the Colgate Travel Advisory policy that follows federal guidelines and

restricts Colgate students from studying abroad or receiving funding in a country with a US Department of

State level 4 rating.

Students may only receive sponsorship for activities abroad, including credit for study abroad; funding for

internships, research, or volunteer activities; or sponsorship for extracurricular activities, such as music or

sport, for countries for which the U.S. State Department has issued a country rating of levels 1 and 2, unless

granted special approval through a petition process.

Countries designated a level 4 are those that do not have a US diplomatic presence and include North

Korea, Iran, and Afghanistan. This often results in federal aid not being available for use in these countries.

Colgate University will not approve undergraduate students to study in locations with a US State Department

travel advisory of level 4.

Additional Academic Programs

Office of Undergraduate Studies (OUS)

The Office of Undergraduate Studies (OUS) is led by a committed team, composed of a faculty director, an

associate director, an administrative dean, and an OUS Fellow. This supportive four-year program aims to

tap the potential of each OUS scholar, particularly in terms of academic excellence and leadership in the

tradition of the liberal arts. The mission of the OUS program is reflected in Colgate University's own mission,

which includes providing a "demanding, expansive educational experience to a select group of diverse,

talented, intellectually sophisticated students who are capable of challenging themselves, their peers, and

their teachers." As OUS students are a highly select, talented, and diverse group of students at Colgate,

they especially fulfill and enrich Colgate's mission and purpose. For information about the program, please

contact the Office of Undergraduate Studies at 315-228-7375. For information about admission to Colgate

through OUS, please contact the Office of Admission.

Pre-Engineering Studies

Adviser Metzler

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To combine education in the liberal arts with engineering training, Colgate has cooperative agreements with

Columbia University, Washington University (St. Louis), and Rensselaer Polytechnic University, under which

a competent student may pursue this option. A student may earn a bachelor's degree from both institutions

by spending three years at Colgate as a physics major and two at the engineering school (the 3-2 plan).

Alternatively, a student may pursue the 4-2 plan. The pre-engineering student may be eligible to continue

study for a master's degree. Colgate students are required to complete at least 24 credits, 6 semesters in

residence, and CORE requirements before attending another institution. Students completing this program

have a total transfer credit limit of up to 8 credits. For further information, students should consult the Pre-

Engineering adviser or the chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Sophomore Residential Seminars

Director Baptiste

This program is a faculty-led, yearlong program that integrates residential, classroom, and academic-travel

experiences. Students in the program live together with other members of their chosen seminar. Faculty who

teach these seminars act as mentors, encouraging reflection and fostering discussion. In doing so, they help

the members of the seminar build a community centered on an intellectual pursuit, but which extends

beyond the classroom.

Members of the seminar travel with their professor for one week in January, deepening and broadening their

understanding of the class material. (There is no charge to students for the travel component.) In the spring,

all sophomore residential seminar students complete a 0.25-credit course, in order to develop the

conversation of the class in light of the travel experience.

Applications for the SRS program are made available to rising sophomores at the beginning of the spring

semester of their first year.

Summer Research

Each year approximately 200 Colgate undergraduates receive research assistantships and fellowships

funded directly by Colgate, corporate or foundation grants, individual donors, or individual faculty research

grants. This funding provides a weekly stipend to enable students to work full time during the summer on

research or scholarly projects in close collaboration with one or more faculty members. Often these activities

result in presentation of papers at professional meetings or publication in the scientific and scholarly

literature, with undergraduate students as co-authors, performers, and exhibitors.

Student/faculty-initiated research proposals are used as the basis for awarding summer research

assistantships or fellowships of eight to ten weeks in duration. Partially subsidized on-campus housing

options and special academic and recreational events enhance this scholarly summer community at

Colgate.

Colgate understands the educational value of research by undergraduate students and is committed to its

support. The college is recognized as a national leader in this activity with students and professors from all

academic divisions participating. Details about on-campus summer research opportunities may be obtained

from department chairs, division directors, or the Center for Learning, Teaching, and Research.

Teacher Preparation Programs

Director Gardner

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Programs are available to prospective elementary and secondary school teachers in the fields of childhood

education, English, mathematics, social studies (economics, geography, history, political science, sociology)

and natural science (biology, chemistry, earth science, or physics). Students in these programs major in

academic areas for which childhood and adolescence teaching certification is sought and take appropriate

coursework in the Department of Educational Studies. Students who wish to gain New York State teacher

certification have the option of completing their professional semester in the fall term of their undergraduate

senior year, directly following graduation as part of the ninth semester program, or as part of graduate-level

coursework. To be eligible for the ninth semester program, students must have received their Colgate

degree in the academic year prior to the professional semester and completed all other certification

requirements prior to enrolling in the ninth semester. In the ninth semester, students are allowed to enroll

only in the professional semester courses, which consist of two or three seminars (depending upon

adolescence or childhood certification) and student teaching. Students interested in the ninth semester

program should meet with an educational studies faculty member to determine if they are eligible and apply

to the program in the spring of their junior year. Colgate's undergraduate adolescence and childhood

certification programs and the MAT adolescence programs are accredited through the Association for

Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP).

Successful completion of all requirements in all teacher preparation programs leads to recommendation for

New York State initial teacher certification.

For more information see educational studies department page.

New York Six Liberal Arts Consortium

Established with the support of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the New York Six Liberal Arts

Consortium facilitates collaboration among its member institutions in fulfilling their educational missions and

serving the public good. Through the sharing of expertise and resources, the Consortium enhances options

for students, faculty, and staff. In addition to Colgate, members of the consortium include Hamilton College,

Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Skidmore College, St. Lawrence University, and Union College.

Students who have completed at least one semester at Colgate have the opportunity to participate in a

collaborative cross-registration program made possible through the New York Six Consortium. To be eligible

to cross-register, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 3.00 course credits at Colgate. Courses taken

as part of this cross-registration program will count as institutional (Colgate) credit, and grades earned will

be recorded on the Colgate transcript and calculated into the Colgate grade point average. Because cross-

registered courses count as part of the student's full-time Colgate course load, no additional tuition is

assessed by the host institution. Normally students may only cross-register for one New York Six course per

term. A maximum of three New York Six credits will count toward the Colgate degree. For additional

information, please refer to the registrar's office web pages at colgate.edu/registrar.

Less-Commonly Taught Language Program

The Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTL) Program provides opportunities for students to study

languages not available through the regular Colgate curriculum. LCTL courses are offered through two

methods: shared course initiatives with instructors located on other campuses and self-instructional

language courses overseen by the Director of the Keck Center for Language Study and the Language

Council. LCTL courses are never offered for languages being taught on campus at Colgate. After

successfully completing 1.0 credit in the same language, an LCTL can satisfy the Language Study

requirement within the Liberal Arts Practices. The Language Council regularly reviews the effectiveness of

LCTL courses to determine whether they are suitable for the Colgate curriculum.

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Upon approval from the Language Council, the Curriculum Committee, the Registrar, and any other relevant

program of study, shared courses will be listed among the course offerings. Students will receive credit for

courses taught by the New York Six Liberal Arts Consortium members according to the guidelines of that

agreement. Courses taught at any other institution will be treated as transfer credit.

Students with a compelling academic rationale to study a language not offered through any other means

may apply for a self-instructional language course. The application procedure includes writing a detailed

explanation of how the language study fits within the student's broader academic studies and an interview by

members of the Language Council. Students may earn a maximum of 0.5 credits per semester for self-

instructional language study. All self-instructional language courses must be taken with the S/U grade

option. The final grade in the course will be determined by the director of the Keck Center, and will be based

upon completion of self-instructional materials, regular meetings with a native-speaking language partner,

and an assessment by an outside reviewer. All courses will have the 'LCTL' course designation. Students

interested in LCTL should contact the director of the Keck Center for Language Study.

Cooperative Arrangement with Hamilton

College

With approval of the faculty adviser and the associate dean of the faculty, a Colgate student may take

courses at Hamilton College, to be counted toward the bachelor's degree at Colgate. These arrangements

must be made prior to the end of the Colgate drop/add period each term. Credit and final course grades for

courses taken at Hamilton College are recorded on the Colgate transcript. Grades earned at Hamilton

College are calculated into the cumulative grade point average at Colgate.

Office of National Fellowships and

Scholarships

The Office of National Fellowships and Scholarships (ONFS) advises and prepares students and alumni in

their pursuit of nationally and internationally competitive external fellowships, scholarships, and grants.

Through the process of applying for any award, students and alumni engage in deep reflection about their

intellectual, personal, and professional goals, along with developing their critical thinking, writing, and

presentation skills. The Associate Dean of Fellowship Advising closely advises and supports students and

alumni who are seeking Colgate's nomination for fellowships that require it. For these nomination-based

awards, the Dean and faculty committees are involved in the review and evaluation of applicants for

nomination and the further mentoring of nominees.

Students and alumni pursuing fellowships which do not require nomination also stand to benefit from the

Dean's advice and support and are welcome and encouraged to work with ONFS on these applications. All

interested students and alumni should contact ONFS well in advance of the deadline to begin the

advisement and application process.

The most prominent fellowships, scholarships, and grants for which Colgate prepares students and alumni

can be found on the Office of National Fellowships and Scholarships web page.

Honorary Societies

Phi Beta Kappa

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The Society of Phi Beta Kappa was founded in 1776; Colgate's chapter was organized in 1878. The Colgate

chapter holds three elections each year, in September, February, and May. Seniors whose records of

outstanding academic achievement are combined with the society's traditional regard for moral character

and a broad liberal education may be invited to join Phi Beta Kappa in a formal initiation ceremony.

Minimum academic requirements include:

1. A course in mathematics, statistics, or logic (or AP equivalent)

2. Fluency in a second language, as demonstrated by a year of coursework at the intermediate level

(or AP equivalent) or graduation from a non-English language secondary school.

Transfer students should take note that election requires a minimum of 16 courses taken at Colgate for a

grade, not under the S/U option.

For questions, contact Professor Jason Meyers, Associate Professor of Biology, President, Eta Chapter, Phi

Beta Kappa.

Other national honorary societies

Colgate also has a chapter of the national honor society of Phi Eta Sigma for first-year students.

Honor societies in specific disciplines include

 Lambda Alpha (Anthropology)

 Eta Sigma Phi (The Classics)

 Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics)

 Gamma Theta Upsilon (Geography)

 Delta Phi Alpha (German)

 Pi Delta Phi (French)

 Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science)

 Psi Chi (Psychology)

 Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology)

Career Services and Career

Development Planning

Colgate Career Services, located in Benton Hall, is a comprehensive center of support that empowers

students to engage in strategic exploration, discovery, preparation, and action, translating the liberal arts into

a lifetime of meaningful work. The four-year plan -- starting in students' first semester -- provides students

with a helpful structure to navigate this process while ensuring an individualized approach to meeting

students' unique needs.

Students engage with Career Services staff in a working partnership to help outline their first and next steps.

Ultimately, Career Services staff aim to assist students to understand how to connect their personal

identities, academics, and career interests to envision a fulfilling career direction, and then to successfully

launch from Colgate in that pursuit. Students' early engagement with the four-year plan is heavily structured

by the Career Services staff. As students grow towards their junior and senior year goals, the professional

staff supports them as they learn to direct their own career development and more independently utilize

Colgate's resources with the team's support.

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Peer advising: Thirty-minute résumé and cover-letter critiques or basic networking strategy sessions, led by

trained student staff.

Career advising: Individual 30-minute sessions with professional staff to identify the traits, interests,

strengths, identities and values unique to each student — and how they connect to career options.

Industry-specific advising: Individual coaching sessions held with professional advisers in which students

learn how to activate a targeted search toward a specific career, graduate school, or professional school

path. Students focus their efforts on creating strong application materials and on networking.

Pre-law advising: Individual advising sessions with Colgate's pre-law adviser to assist students to clarify

their interest in a career in law, pursue opportunities to gain experience, and eventually, strategize on law

school admission processes and decisions. Programming that includes law school deans helps students

learn about admission requirements and strategies for applying.

Graduate and professional school preparation: Career Services works closely with faculty and academic

departments to support students' efforts to gain acceptance into graduate programs in the arts, sciences,

and humanities, as well as into the full range of professional schools.

Career search skills workshops: Interactive sessions that develop students' ability to perform essential

career-search skills, such as résumé, cover letter or personal statement writing, interviewing, networking,

and salary negotiation.

Handshake: Colgate's online job and internship platform that hosts both Colgate Premier and other

internships and jobs.

Colgate Premier recruiting program: Employer partners from a diverse set of industries work with Career

Services to specifically recruit Colgate students for internships and jobs. Premier employers engage through

on-campus and virtual coffee chats and information sessions, résumé deadlines in Handshake, and

interviews organized by Career Services.

Alumni- and employer-led sessions: Career exploration, networking, and industry-specific training

sessions that introduce students to career options, networking contacts, and core skills sought across

industries.

Signature Programs:

Class-specific career development plans: Career Services has developed a four-year intentional

framework designed to empower students' strategic career development. Through deepening one's

knowledge, skills, and experience within eight essential Career Development Areas (CDAs), students will

develop a strong sense of self, purpose, and informed direction. Students will utilize this foundation to

leverage their Colgate liberal arts experience into excellent post-graduate plans.

Career Exploration Week: First-years and sophomores are encouraged to engage in broad industry panels

designed to help students learn about connecting academic and co-curricular interests with potential career

paths.

Alumni Career Conversations: First-years and sophomores attend training to learn basic etiquette and

skills related to exploratory networking. Students are then matched with alumni and parents for 1:1 virtual

career conversations over winter break.

SophoMORE Connections: SophoMORE Connections is a two-day event that provides second-year

students with an opportunity to explore their academic and career interests through conversations with

alumni. Students also attend skill-building seminars and practice sessions that will prepare them for

sophomore summer internship searches.

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Immersion Trips: Co-sponsored between student organizations and Career Services, these trips are

created for students to explore an industry through visits to different workplaces. Hosts are typically alumni,

parents, or recruiters who partner with Career Services.

Michael J. Wolk '60 Conference on Medical Education: Biannual conference featuring panels and

networking opportunities between students and alumni representing various health professions.

Robert A. Fox '59 Management and Leadership Skills Program: Skill-based microcredentials courses

and topical workshops engage students to build their industry knowledge, professional skills, and the

leadership qualities that employers seek.

Summer Funding: Through Colgate's generous alumni and parent donors, Career Services offers grants to

subsidize students' living costs to pursue unpaid and underpaid summer experiences.

John A. Golden '66 Endowed Fellowship: This selective program provides advising, programmatic, and

financial support for sophomores, juniors, and seniors intent on pursuing law school or medical school.

Golden Fellows are chosen through a competitive process evaluating focus on their professional field,

demonstrated leadership potential, and GPA of 3.4 or higher.

Graduate School Access Fund: This fund provides financial support for students who seek admission to

graduate or professional schools and who self-identify in at least one of the following populations: Black,

Hispanic, Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, bi/multiracial, or a recipient of Colgate's financial aid.

Students on an athletic scholarship who have demonstrated financial need, as assessed by Colgate's Office

of Financial Aid, are also eligible. Students are selected as recipients in their junior year.

Colgate Professional Networks (CPNs): Eleven interdisciplinary networks designed to connect alumni-to-

alumni and alumni-to-students for professional development. The CPNs host regional and online topical

programs and networking events. Current CPNs include: Arts, Creativity, and Innovation; Common Good;

Consulting; Digital Business and Technology; Entrepreneur; Finance and Banking; Health and Wellness;

Colgate Lawyers Association; Marketing, Media, and Communication; Real Estate; and STEM.

Internship Programs

Career advisers work closely with students to identify and apply for summer experiences, including

internships, research, and long-term service projects. In many cases, students leverage Colgate's

resources, such as Handshake and the Colgate Premier program, connections with alumni, and program

panelists, or faculty, to pursue experiences.

Colgate Internship Programs

The Jim P. Manzi Fellowship, provides stipends to Colgate students to perform summer-long community

service internships at partnering Boston-based nonprofits.

Summer on the Cuyahoga, sponsored by the Colgate Club of Cleveland, is a unique initiative designed to

bring Colgate students to Cleveland each summer for challenging paid internships, civic engagement,

alumni connections, and social events. Students are introduced to the professional, civic, and personal

offerings in northeast Ohio.

The Internship Credit Program allows matriculated students who have completed at least one semester at

Colgate, but have not yet completed their degree requirements, to earn academic credit for internships

under the following circumstances: Students must apply to Career Services prior to beginning the internship

for approval to earn credit; the internship must entail a minimum of 120 work hours and the employer must

require academic credit as a condition of hiring. Approved internships carry 0.05 course credit and are

graded on a Pass/Fail (P/F) basis only. Students may complete a maximum of four unique internships, for a

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total of 0.20 credits. Internship credit appears on the transcript with a subject code of INTR and a course

number corresponding to the student's class level. Students may not apply internship credit toward the

requirements for a Colgate degree.

Internship Funds

Through the generous support of alumni and parents, Career Services facilitates a competitive Summer

Funding process in which students are awarded grants to pursue unpaid or underpaying summer

experiences through the following funds:

The Career Services Internship Fund and Career Services Endowed Internship Fund offers grants in support

of unpaid or low-paid internships, research, and community service.

The Brill-Milmoe '69 Internship Endowment provides financial support to students to pursue unpaid or

underpaid internships in government, NGOs, and private organizations engaged in governance, public policy

or policy implementation, or communication.

The Browning Family Endowed Internship Fellowship provides financial assistance to one or more students

pursuing internships.

The Colgate Family Endowed Internship Fund, established by John K. Colgate Jr. '57, provides financial

assistance to one or more students pursuing internships.

The Caroline E. Conroy '10 Endowed Fellowship provides financial assistance to one or more Colgate

students who are participating in unpaid/underpaid internships relating to psychology.

The Class of 1966 Endowed Internship provides financial assistance for one or more Colgate student interns

who qualify for need-based financial aid.

The Class of 1968 Endowed Internship provides financial assistance for one or more Colgate student interns

who qualify for need-based financial aid.

The Class of 2015 Endowed Internship provides financial assistance for one or more Colgate student

interns.

The Class of 2016 Endowed Internship provides financial assistance for one or more Colgate student

interns.

The Galvin Family Endowed Fellowship provides financial support to one or more Colgate students who

qualify for need-based financial aid.

The Aaron Jacobs '96 Memorial Fund provides support for Colgate students who wish to intern in the

financial or business fields. Preference will be given to students who would not otherwise be able to

complete an internship due to financial constraints.

The David M. Jacobstein '68 and Cara Jacobstein Zimmerman '97 Endowed Fellowship provides financial

support for Colgate students who wish to undertake a public interest summer internship in fields such as law

or politics and qualify for need-based financial aid.

The Bernt '82 and Maria Killingstad Endowed Fellowship provides financial support to one or more Colgate

students who qualify for need-based financial aid.

The Lecky Family Endowment provides financial support for one or more Colgate students.

The Milhomme International Internships are designed for students who want to enhance their cultural

competency and gain career experience by means of an internship.

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The Gregory St. Pierre '95 Endowed Internship Fund provides financial support for one or more Colgate

students.

The Kara M. Roell '97 Memorial Endowed Internship Fund provides financial support for one or more

Colgate students to pursue experiential learning opportunities that support their career exploration and

development.

The Dr. Merrill Miller Endowed Fellowship supports students who want to gain experience through an

internship or research experience in health or other science-related fields.

The Arthur Watson Jr. '76 Endowed Fund for Career Planning provides financial assistance to Colgate first-

years or sophomores who wish to pursue an unexplored passion or interest that may lead to a fulfilling

career.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Colgate

Colgate's entrepreneurship and innovation programs challenge participants to solve complex problems, think

creatively, communicate powerfully, build resilience by overcoming failure, and most importantly take action.

Students are supported by robust programs, access to seed funding, dedicated spaces, and a highly-

engaged group of alumni and parent mentors with deep domain expertise. The entrepreneurial leaders who

develop at Colgate are able to tackle today's most pressing challenges by building, testing, and launching

solutions that make an impact on Colgate, society, and the world.

Programs include the year-long Thought Into Action incubator in which students create a business,

nonprofit, or campus venture; a summer accelerator that supports later-stage teams; on-campus venture

support for student-run businesses; and an annual celebration of entrepreneurship featuring guest speakers

and student pitches. Offices are based in Benton Hall, and student participants can work out of our

downtown coworking space at 20 Utica Street.

Preparation for the Health Sciences

Colgate's Health Sciences Advisory Committee (HSAC) is composed of faculty members and professional

staff who counsel students planning for careers in the health professions. The committee believes it is

important that students receive complete and accurate information related to planning careers in the health

professions. Admission into professional schools in the health sciences is highly competitive. The HSAC

provides support for students beginning at first-year orientation and continuing through the application and

interview process. Committee members also prepare letters of recommendation for students applying to

health science professional school. For more information, contact the Health Sciences Advising Office, 115

Wynn Hall, 315-228-7340 or visit the Health Sciences web pages or email healthsciences@colgate.edu.

Opportunities for High School Students

Community Student Program

The Community Scholars Program provides opportunities for high achieving junior and senior high school

students in the area to enroll in Colgate courses for college credit. For additional information, including

eligibility criteria and registration procedures, please contact your school guidance counselor or the Upstate

Institute (315-228-6623).

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High School Seminar Program

The High School Seminar Program provides opportunities for high school students from surrounding school

districts to participate in late-afternoon non-credit bearing mini-seminars taught by Colgate faculty and

administrators. For additional information, please contact the High School Seminar Coordinator at 315-228-

6623.

Academic Regulations

Requirements for Graduation

Colgate confers one undergraduate degree, the Bachelor of Arts (AB). A minimum of 32 academic course

credits is required for graduation. A maximum of 2 credits from add-on fractional credit courses may count

toward this requirement.

All students must meet the following requirements: a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of

2.00 for all Colgate courses and a GPA of 2.00 in the major. Both full and fractional credit courses are

included in the GPA. Colgate grades range from a high of A+ (4.33) to F (0.00).

It is the student's responsibility to know where he or she stands in terms of completing graduation

requirements. Students may track academic progress and plan for future semesters using Colgate's degree

audit program, which is available in the Colgate portal. Unofficial transcripts are also available in the portal,

or students may request an official copy online from the Office of the Registrar's web page. Students should

consult with their department chair or program director and with the registrar's office if there are questions

regarding major, minor, or graduation requirements.

Students must meet all requirements of the academic program in order to be eligible for graduation,

including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, a major, and the residency requirement (see below). Additionally,

all financial obligations to the university must be satisfied.

Degree requirements must be completed within 12 years of initial matriculation. Petitions for exemptions to

this rule will be considered only in exceptional circumstances, and approved petitions for degree completion

may require additional coursework to reflect changes in the university's academic program.

Residency Requirement

Matriculated students entering as first-year students are required to complete seven terms in academic

residence at Colgate. Transfer students are required to complete a minimum of four terms in academic

residence at Colgate. A student participating in a Colgate study group is considered to be "in academic

residence" for the purposes of this requirement. One semester of participation in an approved program will

also count toward this requirement.

Registration

Students are expected to participate in official course registration on the announced dates for each term of

attendance. Later registration will jeopardize admission to courses.

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A student's registration will be canceled if the student is not confirmed in residence on campus by the sixth

day of classes in a semester. Similarly, a student will be unable to initiate on-campus course registration

after that deadline.

Students failing to meet announced deadlines for financial obligations in any term will be placed on a

"financial hold" status and normally will not be permitted to register or make schedule adjustments until the

hold has been resolved.

Registration changes made during the drop/add period must be processed via the Colgate portal by the

announced deadline of the drop/add period for a term. The drop/add period for a course that meets less than

or outside of the regular academic term is through the eighth day of the session. Please see Withdrawal

from a Course, below.

Students are not permitted to add or drop courses after the end of the drop/add period, except with special

permission granted by the Committee on Standards and Academic Standing (CSAS).

Normal Course Loads

A normal full-time course load is 4.00–4.50 course credits per semester. During early registration, students

may register for no more than 4.75 course credits. Students not on academic warning who wish to take 5.00

course credits in any term may add additional courses to their schedules during the drop/add period.

Because of the demanding academic load, students who wish to register for 5.00 course credits are urged to

discuss this matter with their faculty advisers. Students may register for 5.50 course credits only with the

written permission of their faculty adviser. Students may not take or receive credit for more than 5.50 course

credits in any term except with the approval of their faculty adviser and the associate dean of the faculty,

which must be secured by the end of the drop/add period.

First-year students are expected to take 4.00–4.50 course credits per term and may deviate from this plan

only with permission from their academic adviser. Juniors, Seniors, or special students who plan to take

fewer than 3.00 course credits in any term should refer to the section on Per Course Billing.

Independent Study

Although academic work consists primarily of courses taught in the classroom, laboratory, and field, there

are a number of opportunities for independent study. Students may register for independent study during

each term of the regular academic year. The essential features of the independent study program are as

follows:

1. Students may apply for independent study through a specific department/program, for which they

receive course credit (0.50 or 1.00) and a grade. The credit weight must be decided at the time of

application and may not be changed without administrative approval.

2. Not more than one half of a student's course load in any one term may be courses of independent

study, except with the permission of the associate dean of the faculty. Permission must be secured

before the beginning of the term.

3. Independent study courses must be approved by the faculty supervisor and the appropriate

department chair or program director no later than the last day of the drop/add period in any term.

4. Independent study courses are not offered to students free of charge. Tuition is charged for

independent studies according to the established rates whether taken as part of a full-time or part-

time course load.

5. A student who wishes to take an independent study course during a fall or spring semester when

not in residence at Colgate must secure the approval of the faculty supervisor, the appropriate

department chair, and the Associate Dean of the Faculty before the beginning of the term. Students

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must also make appropriate arrangements with the registrar's office for independent study courses

well in advance of the beginning of the term. Work equivalent to the course credits earned must be

completed during the semester in which the credit is received and must include an in-person

component.

6. Independent study courses are registered according to the level of the course, which usually

corresponds to the student's class level. Sophomores who enroll for independent study courses will

normally be registered at the 291 level, juniors at the 391 level, and seniors at the 491 level. First-

year students normally do not enroll in independent study courses.

7. In rare cases, students may take a conventional course independently. This should be done only

for compelling reasons, and explicit permission must be received in advance from the faculty

supervisor and the appropriate department chair. Students enrolling in such a course will be

registered according to the normal course number, to which the suffix Z is appended to indicate

that the course is taken independently.

8. All work for independent study courses must be submitted by the last day of classes in the term to

give the faculty supervisor sufficient time to evaluate the student's performance and submit the final

course grade to the university registrar.

For additional information regarding independent study policies and procedures, please refer to the

registrar's office web page at colgate.edu/registrar.

Registration Restrictions

A student may not register for a course that is a prerequisite for a course for which he or she has already

received credit, unless permission is granted by the department chair/program director and the associate

dean of the faculty. A student may not take crosslisted courses and receive credit for both courses. Students

may not register for any courses that overlap in any of their scheduled times.

Repeating a Course

With permission from the instructor, a student may repeat a course in which a grade of C–, C, or C+ is

earned. Any course in which a grade of D+, D, D–, F, or U was received may be repeated in subsequent

terms by contacting the registrar's office prior to registering; permission of instructor is not required. A

student may not repeat a course in which a grade of B– or higher was earned.

A prerequisite course may not be repeated after the successful completion of a subsequent higher level

course. Courses, including discontinued courses, may not be repeated by substituting a similar or

comparable course currently in the curriculum. A repeated course must be taken in the same grading mode

(i.e., conventional letter grade or S/U) as the original course. Additionally, the course must be taken in the

same method (e.g., a conventional course cannot be repeated on an independent basis). Courses taken on

a Colgate study group may not be repeated on campus, and courses taken on campus may not be repeated

on a Colgate study group, without the permission of the department chair/program director and associate

dean of the faculty. A Colgate course may not be repeated by means of transfer credit from another

institution, although credit for a course, with no GPA adjustment, may be earned if a student earned a grade

of F or U in the equivalent Colgate course.

Only the highest grade of a repeated course will be calculated into the term and cumulative GPAs. Should a

student earn the same grade on a second or subsequent attempt, only the first grade earned will be

reflected in the student's term and cumulative GPAs. Credit from the repeated course will not be counted

toward overall graduation credits. Students who complete a Colgate course that is a repeat of (or equivalent

to) a transfer course or Advanced Placement will not receive duplicate credit. All grades earned in courses,

including transfer or Advanced Placement, remain on the student's transcript, but will be noted as repeated.

When a course is repeated after a grade of F has been assigned as a result of University Student Conduct

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Board action, both the original grade of F and the subsequent grade will be calculated into the cumulative

GPA.

Grading Policies

The grades used to indicate the quality of the student's performance in a completed course are as follows: A

means excellent, B means good, C means satisfactory, D means poor but passing, F means failing. The

Grade Point Average (GPA) is obtained by dividing the number of quality points by the number of course

credits attempted for grades. Colgate grades are assigned the following quality points to full (1.00) credit

courses:

A+ 4.33

A 4.00

A- 3.67

B+ 3.33

B 3.00

B- 2.67

C+ 2.33

C 2.00

C- 1.67

D+ 1.33

D 1.00

D- 0.67

F 0.00

The following grades are not calculated into the GPA and carry no quality points.

Credit for Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate or other international examinations

Credit for course work transferred from another institution

Satisfactory for one-course-per-term grade option (Juniors or Seniors only, effective September 1985) or January project

Unsatisfactory for one-course-per-term grade option (Juniors or Seniors only, effective September 1985) or January project

Credit for Physical Education unit

No credit/No course value for Physical Education unit

Satisfactory progress in two-term course (converted to standard letter grade at end of second semester)

Credit Grade Recording Option (effective Spring 1981-1986)

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Honors for January term project

Pass in Pass/Fail Option

Failure in Pass/Fail Option

Grades in courses taken on approved or affiliated off-campus program

W's (withdrawal), I's (incomplete) and NG's (no grade submitted by instructor) are not included in the

calculation of the GPA, as these are administrative notations rather than grades.

Grades appearing on a student's academic record may normally not be changed after one semester from

the end of the term in which the grade was awarded. Grade changes initiated by the course instructor(s)

must follow the "Changes of Grade" policy laid out in the Colgate University Faculty Handbook. Under

extraordinary circumstances, grade changes beyond one semester but before graduation may be approved

by the associate dean of the faculty.

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) Option

The Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grade option is designed to encourage students to explore new areas

outside their majors in the spirit of a liberal education. The following conditions apply to this option:

1. Students with junior and senior standing may elect to take one 1.00-credit course (plus any

required fractional credit add-on components) or two .5-credit courses per semester, for a

maximum of 4 semesters, which are evaluated "satisfactory" (S) or "unsatisfactory" (U) instead of

by the conventional letter grades.

2. It is expected that students will take a course and any required fractional add-on component with

the same grade option (conventional grade or S/U). In these cases, the total credit value of S/U

courses may exceed the usual 1.00 credit limit per semester.

3. In certain instances, faculty members may require that a stand-alone course or add-on fractional

credit course be offered only on a graded or S/U basis. These courses will not count against the

1.00-credit-per-semester limit.

4. Except in item #3 above, the decision to choose the S/U option rests solely with the student.

5. A student on academic warning may not take a course S/U.

6. Courses taken to fulfill the Common Core, Global Engagements, areas of inquiry, language, writing,

and major or minor requirements may not be taken S/U.

7. The choice to take a particular course with the S/U option must be made prior to the end of the

withdrawal period as published on the academic calendar.

8. No course will be officially recorded as using the S/U grading option unless the student has

submitted the completed Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Option form to the registrar's office by the

deadline.

9. After the end of the withdrawal period, no changes in the grading mode (conventional grade to S/U,

or S/U to conventional grade) may be made.

10. In the event of a course's limited enrollment, a student's desire to take the course on the S/U basis

shall not be a criterion in determining his or her eligibility for the course or course section.

11. To achieve the grade of S, the student must perform at a level that would warrant a grade of C– or

better.

12. Satisfactory completion of a course is entered on the student's permanent transcript as S, but does

not enter into the computation of the GPA. The unsatisfactory completion of a course is entered on

the student's transcript as U, but does not enter into the computation of the GPA. No course credit

is awarded for a grade of U.

13. Seniors, during their final semester, are discouraged from taking a course using the S/U option

unless they will have a total of 32 course credits without the S/U course.

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For additional information regarding the S/U grade option, please refer to the registrar's office web page at

colgate.edu/registrar.

Withdrawal from a Course

Students are permitted to withdraw from a course without academic penalty until the mid-term date listed in

the academic calendar. For fractional credit courses that meet for the first- or second-half of term students

are permitted to withdraw without academic penalty prior to the appropriate date listed in the academic

calendar. The required course withdrawal form is available in the registrar's office. Withdrawing from a

course after the end of the drop/add period places a W on the transcript for the course. Students are

cautioned to avoid a pattern of regularly accumulating W grades on their academic record. Withdrawals after

the deadline are not permitted unless there are extraordinary circumstances (such as severe illness) that

merit an exception. In those cases, a petition must be submitted to the administrative dean and approved by

the Committee on Standards and Academic Standing (CSAS).

First-year students normally may withdraw from courses only for reasons beyond their ability to predict or

control and only with approval of the course instructor and faculty adviser. First-year students in the fall

semester must also receive approval from their administrative dean to ensure appropriate mentorship and

support.

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors may withdraw from courses only with the approval of the course

instructor and faculty adviser. Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors are also encouraged to discuss the

withdrawal with their administrative dean to ensure appropriate mentorship and support but are not required

to obtain their signature.

International students must receive approval from their administrative dean, in addition to their faculty

advisor and course instructor, to withdraw from a course regardless of their class year because such

decisions may affect visa eligibility.

Student athletes must consult with the Director of Student-Athlete Academic Enhancement, in addition to

their faculty advisor and course instructor, when considering whether to withdraw from a class, as this

decision may impact their NCAA athletic eligibility. Students receiving financial aid are limited to a total of 8

semesters of aid and should carefully consider how a withdrawal will impact their ability to complete their

coursework within 8 semesters.

Students on academic warning may withdraw from a course only for well-documented reasons and

only with approval from their administrative dean, in addition to their academic adviser and course instructor.

(See Academic Warning and Suspension below.)

Incompletes

The temporary status of "incomplete" in a course is given only when, for compelling reasons, a student is not

able to complete the work in the course by the end of the term. It is used rarely and only as a consequence

of extenuating circumstances beyond the ability of the student to predict or control. A student's request for

an incomplete must be made before the end of the term (the last day of final exams) and must be directed to

their administrative dean, who will consult with the instructor in the course (or study group director) before

making a decision. Faculty do not grant incompletes. If an incomplete is granted by the administrative dean,

the dean then informs the university registrar, the student, and the faculty member. It is the student's

responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor to complete the work in the course by the

established deadline.

An administrative dean will grant an incomplete for a specific period of time, but in most cases the

incomplete work must be completed and submitted to the faculty member not later than 20 days from the

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last day of the term's final examination period. Extensions beyond the 20-day period will be granted by the

administrative dean only as a result of highly unusual circumstances. The instructor will submit the

appropriate grade to the registrar's office within 10 days after the conclusion of the deadline for completion

of work, whether or not the make-up work has been completed. If no grade is submitted, the registrar, after

consultation with the instructor and administrative dean, will assign a grade of F.

Class Attendance

Attendance at all classes is expected and is an important part of one's academic development. Because

most faculty at Colgate put a premium on student participation in class, absence is likely to be detrimental to

the student's learning in any course.

Attendance practices for each course will be announced by the faculty member at the beginning of each

term. Conflicts between curricular and co-curricular activities should be avoided by careful planning and

scheduling of activities. The rare but unavoidable conflict should be worked out well in advance by the

student with the faculty member's permission.

Students may request that an administrative dean notify faculty members about prolonged absences due to

serious health problems. Students should consult an administrative dean immediately if non-health-related

obligations will force them to miss several classes. Single or brief absences should be discussed by the

student and faculty member without necessarily contacting the student's administrative dean.

Class Standing

Progress toward degree typically requires the successful completion of a minimum of 4.00 course credits per

semester. Class standing is determined by the number of credits earned. A student's initial class year and

expected graduation date may be changed if progression toward degree is interrupted by leaves of absence,

course failures, course withdrawals or reduced course loads.

In order to achieve junior class standing, a student must successfully complete 4 semesters and a minimum

of 14 course credits. To qualify for senior standing, a student must successfully complete 6 semesters and a

minimum of 22 course credits.

Students who receive financial aid should refer to Financial Aid for eligibility for federal programs.

Minimum Academic Progress

Students must earn a minimum GPA of 2.00 each term as well as cumulatively in order to be considered in

good academic standing. Students who fail to meet minimum GPA requirements are subject to academic

warning or dismissal (see below) and may lose eligibility for federal and/or state aid. See Financial Aid.

Academic Warning and Suspension

The Committee on Standards and Academic Standing (CSAS), chaired by a designated member of the dean

of the college staff, reviews the academic performance of all students at the end of each term. Students are

expected to meet minimum GPA requirements, not only for each single term but also on a cumulative basis.

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1. A student who fails to meet minimum GPA requirements (see "Minimum Academic Progress,"

above), either cumulatively or for any term, will be placed on academic warning during the next

term of enrollment at Colgate, or will be suspended.

2. Any student on academic warning who fails to earn at least a 2.00 GPA for a term will be subject to

academic suspension.

3. Any student who fails three or more courses during a term and/or who has a term or cumulative

GPA of less than 1.33 will be subject to suspension even if the student is not on academic warning.

4. A student readmitted after academic suspension will be placed on warning for the term in which he

or she returns.

5. A student who does not return from an academic suspension within four semesters will be

withdrawn from the university and must apply for readmission through the Office of Admissions

6. A second academic suspension results in permanent academic dismissal.

Off-Campus Study

Colgate Study Groups and Extended Study

Academic regulations, registration changes, and drop/add deadlines for a term apply to students

participating on Colgate-sponsored off-campus programs (study groups and extended study). Colgate study

group students who enroll in a host university will also need to comply with the host university's academic

regulations and registration requirements. Students making changes to their curriculum must seek Colgate

approval (as outlined below) before making final course selections.

A normal course load on a Colgate study group is four courses, unless a fifth course is a required part of the

program. Any deviation from this norm requires pre–approval first from the director of the study group and

the director of Off-Campus Study, and subsequently from the associate dean of the faculty.

Use of the satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) grading option for study group courses is highly discouraged.

Requests for the S/U grading option for study group courses must be approved by the director of the study

group, the director of the Office of Off-Campus Study/International Programs, and the associate dean of the

faculty.

Students may satisfy the Global Engagements requirement by participating in all overseas study groups and

for the USA-based Santa Fe and NIH study groups. However, GE credit does not apply for the Washington

DC study group.

Any seniors electing to participate in a spring extended study will graduate at the next degree conferral date,

but will be eligible to apply for participation in the May commencement ceremony. Please refer to the student

handbook for details on commencement participation.

Approved Programs

Approved programs have been selected by individual departments to allow students to transfer credit toward

the Colgate degree and a complete list of available programs may be found on the Colgate off-campus study

application site (colgate.edu/OCS). Students are bound by the academic regulations and registration

requirements of their approved program sponsor and host institution in addition to those of Colgate

University. Students are expected to enroll in pre-approved courses equivalent to 4 Colgate credits. Any

deviation from this norm requires pre-approval from the approved program sponsor, director of off-campus

study, and subsequently from the associate dean of the faculty. Students who plan to participate in an

approved program must have all intended courses pre-approved through the Office of the Registrar,

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following all transfer credit policies and procedures as outlined on the Transfer Credit web page, prior to

departure.

Students may participate in one semester-long approved program. Students with a compelling academic

reason who wish to study on a single approved program for two consecutive semesters must successfully

petition the Office of Off-Campus Study. Petitions for two different approved programs will not be allowed.

Students who successfully petition to participate in an approved program for two consecutive terms may

transfer eight (8.00) credits toward the Colgate degree. This is the maximum transfer credit: students who

earn eight credits may not receive other transfer credit, such as Advanced Placement or summer credit. This

policy does not alter existing policies set by departments and programs for transferring major or minor credit.

Credit from approved programs counts toward the six-course limit for transfer credit. Credit and grades for

approved programs appear on the Colgate transcript but are not counted toward the GPA.

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) or other ungraded options are not permitted. Courses taken on an

approved program do not count toward the Global Engagement requirement.

A student is considered enrolled at Colgate while on an approved program, with the proviso that only one

such semester may count toward the seven-semester residency requirement for graduation. Note that

Colgate students participating in an approved program where study is conducted at a foreign host

university may not elect to study at the host university independently of the approved program provider.

Similarly, Colgate students may not opt to withdraw from an approved provider program when a program is

canceled due to a global or host country emergency in order to continue to study at the host university.

Leaves of Absence

Many Colgate students complete the bachelor's degree by attending Colgate, including participation in a

study group or approved program, for eight consecutive semesters, but there are often compelling reasons

for students to break this normal attendance pattern. For detailed information regarding leave options,

including policies and deadlines, please consult the Colgate Student Handbook.

If unapproved leaves are taken, students are withdrawn from Colgate and must apply for re-admission

through the Office of Admission. In addition, students taking an unauthorized leave of absence must be

aware that their eligibility for student aid is jeopardized, and that academic work taken elsewhere is not

considered for transfer credit. Any student who is uncertain about attending a future term at Colgate is urged

to discuss the matter with their administrative dean prior to the deadline to submit a formal request to the

Office of the Registrar for transfer credit; April 15 for the fall term and November 15 for the spring term. (See

Residency Requirement and Transfer Credit Policy and Procedures in this section.)

Transfer Credit Policy and Procedures

Matriculated students may receive transfer credit for a maximum of six Colgate course credits. (Maximum

credits for transfer students are outlined in "Transfer Student Program," in this section.) This limit includes all

courses taken on an approved program, at other institutions during the summer or intersession, during a

leave of absence from Colgate, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate or other international

exam credits, and college credits earned prior to entering Colgate as a first-year student. (See "Advanced

Placement and Pre-matriculation Transfer Credit" in the following section.)

Students who plan to take courses at another institution and receive transfer credit from Colgate must

submit a Transfer Credit Application, which is available on the registrar's office web page. All courses taken

off campus must be approved in advance by the Office of the Registrar to be eligible to transfer, and in some

cases by the appropriate department or program. Courses consistent with the Liberal Arts curriculum at

Colgate may be eligible for transfer; internships, fieldwork, and clinical courses are not eligible for transfer.

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Please refer to the registrar's office web page (colgate.edu/registrar) for detailed information regarding the

types of courses that may be considered for transfer and the process for transferring credits toward the

Colgate degree.

Colgate University operates on a course credit system for graduation. Faculty, students, and administrators

should be aware that semester- and quarter-hour values are assigned to courses at the majority of

institutions in this country and abroad. The semester hour/quarter hour transfer conversion chart is below

and also available on the Transfer Credit Application on the registrar's web page (colgate.edu/registrar).

Colgate will award one-quarter course credit per semester hour, and one-sixth of a course credit per quarter

hour (rounded to the nearest quarter credit), up to the course credit offered by Colgate for the equivalent

course. A course transferred as 0.75 or more Colgate credits is eligible to fulfill required courses in a major

or minor or other University requirements. The awarding of more than 1 course credit for a course without an

exact equivalence in the Colgate curriculum requires approval by the Associate Dean of Faculty for

Curricular and Academic Affairs, and is approved only in exceptional situations. The registrar's office

will determine the amount of Colgate credit to be granted and refer students to department chairs and

program directors for specific course approvals as appropriate.

Semester

Hours

Quarter

Hours

Colgate

course credits

4 5-6 1.00

3 4 0.75

2 3 0.50

1 1-2 0.25

Colgate students may not be simultaneously enrolled in courses which will lead to more than 2 course

credits during summer terms, or more than 5.25 course credits, while enrolled at another institution during a

Fall or Spring term following matriculation at Colgate, except with the prior approval of the Associate Dean of

Faculty for Curricular and Academic Affairs. Colgate students may not be enrolled in courses at another

institution while also enrolled in courses at Colgate, except when doing so under an official Colgate program

(such as a Colgate Study Group).

An official transcript, as well as any supporting documentation (such as department approval), should be

submitted to the registrar's office within one academic year following the term in which the coursework was

completed. After a transfer course has been recorded on a student's Colgate transcript, it may not be

removed. If a student repeats the course at Colgate, the credit weight will be removed from the transfer

course, but the transfer course will remain on the transcript.

Advanced Placement and Pre-matriculation

Transfer Credit

Upon receipt of an official college transcript, students may be eligible to earn credit for courses taken at a

regionally accredited college/university while a student is in secondary school. The courses may be

considered for Colgate credit if satisfactorily completed (letter grade of C or better) and bear a minimum of

three semester or five quarter hours. Courses taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory, pass/fail, or other

ungraded basis are not eligible for transfer. Courses taught in the high school are not eligible for transfer.

The course must be taken at the college/university (e.g., with degree seeking candidates and taught by a

regular member of faculty). Students may be requested to submit course syllabi or laboratory materials for

evaluation purposes. College courses completed prior to matriculation may not be used to fulfill the

university areas of inquiry requirement. For required forms and additional information, refer to the registrar's

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office web page (colgate.edu/registrar). Colgate credit is normally granted to first-year students who achieve

a 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement (AP) tests or a 6 or 7 on the International Baccalaureate (IB)

examinations (higher level only), and when a department certifies that the exam score indicates a level of

competence equivalent to the completion of a specific Colgate course. Individual students may petition for

credit from A-Levels or other international examinations. The amount of credit, the conditions under which

credit is granted, and/or placement appropriate to the academic development of the student are all

determined by the appropriate Colgate academic department. Detailed descriptions of the petition process

and credit policies applicable to an entering class may be found on the registrar's office web page. Credit

from standardized examinations may not be used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement.

All requests for credit for academic work completed prior to entering Colgate must be filed with the registrar's

office prior to registration during the fourth semester. Supporting documentation, such as the official

transcript(s), official test scores, and/or course syllabi, must be submitted with the pre-matriculation credit

application. Students who fail to meet this deadline must submit a written request accompanied by a written

statement of support from the academic adviser to the university registrar.

Advanced course placement without academic credit may be granted by departments to first-year students

whose performance on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP subject examinations only), CEEB

Achievement Tests, or the New York State Education Department's College Proficiency Examinations gives

clear evidence of competence in the courses tested.

Transfer Student Program

The maximum number of non-Colgate course credits for which a transfer student receives credit depends

upon the number of acceptable liberal arts courses, grades, and credits from all transcripts submitted during

the application process, as well as the number of acceptable Advanced Placement (AP) course credits.

After enrolling at Colgate, transfer students may subsequently transfer additional coursework from other

institutions, with prior approval, up to the maximum indicated below:

Total course credits accepted

upon enrollment at Colgate

Maximum (not additional) transfer

course credits allowed

1.00 – 4.75 6.00

5.00 – 8.75 8.00*

9.00 – 12.75 12.00*

13.00 – 16.00 16.00

*Students who are eligible for a fractional credit value above the limit at the time

of Admission may retain the additional fractional credit above the stated

maximum.

No student may transfer more than 16.00 course credits toward a Colgate Bachelor's degree.

Any questions relating to the issuance of transfer credit should be referred to the registrar's office.

Students who transfer to Colgate from other institutions will be subject to the requirements of the educational

programs that are appropriate to their level of entrance (first-year, sophomore, or junior), which will be

indicated on the Transfer Student Evaluation from the Office of the Registrar during the admission

process. The specific requirements as they apply to transfer students can be found in the transfer, visiting,

and special student fact sheet, available from the Office of Admission.

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In order to satisfy Colgate's residency requirement, transfer students are required to complete a minimum of

four terms in academic residence at Colgate or on a Colgate study group. One term of an approved program

may count toward the four-semester requirement if the student does not exceed the maximum transfer credit

limit indicated at the time of admission.

To count for major credit, a course taken elsewhere must be accepted by the appropriate Colgate

department chair or program director. After enrolling at Colgate, transfer students are subject to the rules for

transfer of credit under the section "Transfer Credit Policy and Procedures," above. Transfer students must

be enrolled at Colgate for at least six terms in order to be considered eligible for the university honor of

valedictorian or salutatorian.

Requests for exceptions to these policies, for academic reasons only, must be supported in writing by the

student's faculty adviser and administrative dean and submitted in writing to the Petitions Committee.

Petitions for Exemptions

Exemptions from graduation requirements are granted only by the Petitions Committee. Exemptions are

approved for compelling academic reasons, or when a true hardship exists for the student through no fault of

his or her own and when no other solution can be found. A petition for exemption should be developed with

written support from the student's faculty adviser and administrative dean.

The Petitions Committee exists to hear petitions concerning all graduation requirements, including

residency, the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, and the transfer credit limit. The committee does not review

routine administrative requests from students, nor does it hear appeals concerning routine administrative

decisions.

Changes to Academic Records

Academic records are sealed upon graduation, withdrawal, or permanent dismissal from Colgate University.

No changes or additions to a student's undergraduate transcript will be permitted after this date. This

includes, but is not limited to, grade changes, majors and minors, crosslisted courses, additional transfer

credits, or additional courses taken at Colgate following graduation.

Degree Conferral

Colgate University confers degrees three times each year: at the May Commencement ceremony, on

August 31 and on December 31. Degrees are conferred only upon students who have been certified by the

university registrar to have met all requirements as described in this catalog and have met all financial

obligations to the university. Students should refer to the "Policy for Participating in the Commencement

Ceremony" in the Colgate Student Handbook.

Admission

Applying to Colgate

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The Applicant

Colgate students are selected from applicants throughout the United States and around the world for the

talent and intellect they can contribute to this university community. Academic achievement, reflecting a

student's passion for, and engagement with, the learning process is important to the admission decision.

Well-developed special interests, talents, and skills of all kinds can be a significant part of an admission

application. In addition, Colgate is committed to attracting people who represent a wide range of intellectual

perspectives as well as diverse economic, racial, religious, and geographic backgrounds. In the interest of

bringing the best possible applicants to the university, Colgate sets no limits on the number of students

admitted from a given secondary school. Colgate does not accept transfer, visiting, or special student

applications for the undergraduate degree program from individuals who already possess a bachelor's

degree.

All admission credentials, from the traditional secondary school record to letters of reference that cite

intellectual and creative promise, are important. Personal character and qualities that both reflect and

determine the productive use of a student's talent are also important to the admission decision.

The Academic Record

While other considerations are important, the academic record stands at the heart of any admission

decision. An academic record is evaluated strictly in terms of course selection and achievement — that is,

what a student did with what was available in the school attended.

Academic preparation is usually measured in Carnegie units, with one unit representing a full year's work in

a major academic subject. Applicants with fewer than sixteen units are seldom admitted. The number and

difficulty of courses chosen each year is an important measure of academic motivation and achievement.

While each student's record is evaluated individually, the strongest applicants will have completed five major

academic courses per year whenever possible. The senior year program is most important as it is the final

preparation for college-level work. It should include at least four to five courses, including honors or

advanced-level courses such as AP and IB courses. Colgate encourages students to pursue cumulative

subjects, such as foreign languages and mathematics, through senior year.

The typical distribution of courses across disciplines for most accepted students is four years of English

(especially composition and literature); four years of mathematics; four years of natural and physical

sciences, with a lab; four years of social sciences; and at least three years of a foreign language. Colgate

encourages elective coursework in the arts and strongly advises students to pursue honors and advanced-

level courses in major areas of interest.

All applicants should follow these recommendations to the best of their ability. Scheduling problems or other

circumstances that limit course selection should be conveyed in the additional information section of the

application. Colgate evaluates applications based on the material available, but further information may be

requested. Students are required to submit official documentation of high school degree completion or an

acceptable equivalency certificate prior to enrolling at Colgate.

Recommendations

Faculty and counselor recommendations are vital to the admission evaluation. Faculty recommendations

must be written by teachers from core academic subjects in an applicant's 10th, 11th, or 12th grade year.

Additional recommendations may also be useful if they are written by those who know an applicant well and

have been in a position to evaluate the student's performance. Good judgment should be used in asking for

additional recommendations; too many testimonials can make an application more difficult to interpret and

process.

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Standardized Testing

Due to the disruption of teaching and standardized testing worldwide caused by COVID-19, Colgate has

adopted a test-optional policy for all applicants through 2026. Transfer admission also remains test-optional.

When students choose to submit standardized test scores, this information provides additional data to

demonstrate their overall achievement. When students choose not to submit standardized test scores, the

Office of Admission evaluates achievement through all other elements of the application. Students will be at

no disadvantage if they choose not to submit test scores.

Colgate will accept self-reported SAT or ACT scores for the purposes of application assessment. These

scores must be verified by an official report prior to enrollment.

Financial Aid

A domestic candidate requesting institutional need-based financial aid should complete the CSS PROFILE

and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). International students and those who do not

qualify for federal financial aid must submit only the CSS PROFILE. These forms are due by November 15

for Early Decision I candidates and by January 15 for Early Decision II and regular decision candidates.

Transfer applicants should submit the CSS PROFILE and the FAFSA by the admission deadline of the term

for which they are applying. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Office of Financial

Aid and at colgate.edu/financialaid.

First-Year Admission

Application Procedures

A candidate must complete and submit an application electronically. Applicants must submit the following

required documents: the first-year application, the Mid-Year School report, and an Early Decision Agreement

form for students applying under the Early Decision program. An optional Colgate writing supplement is

available for students to expand upon their application materials electronically, in their applicant portal. The

first-year application includes a School Report and Teacher Evaluation forms for the guidance counselor and

two high school teachers to complete and submit. Applications for first-year admission must be submitted by

January 15. Applications should be submitted online and require an electronic signature. More information

about the application process can be found at colgate.edu/apply.

Application Fee

Colgate requires a non-refundable fee of $60 from all candidates for admission. This fee may be waived

upon certification of extreme financial hardship by the guidance counselor or by a school-certified College

Board Fee Waiver, or for students who qualify for a fee waiver through the Common Application or Coalition

Application. The application fee is also waived for non-US citizens.

Admission Notification

Admission is granted only through notification by the Office of Admission. Early decision notifications are

released in mid-December. Regular admission decisions are announced in late March. Financial aid

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candidates normally receive notice of any aid award with their acceptance letters. All accepted candidates

wishing to enroll, other than Early Decision candidates (see below), must pay a non-refundable tuition

deposit of $500 by May 1.

Postponed Enrollment

While most students apply for admission with the intention of entering college the following fall, some

accepted applicants may wish to postpone entrance to Colgate for a period of time.

To request deferred enrollment, students must first confirm their intent to enroll at Colgate by the applicable

enrollment deadline and submit a $500 enrollment deposit to be eligible.

Students interested in requesting deferred admission must contact the Office of Admission. A request to

defer admission form will then be added to the student's applicant portal, and this form must be submitted by

June 1. The form includes space for a 500 word explanation for the purpose of the deferred enrollment

request. Requests submitted after June 1 will not be accepted. Upon approval, the student will be required

to pay an additional, non-refundable $500 deposit (total $1000 non-refundable deposit) to confirm and

finalize their plans to defer their enrollment for one year.

Students admitted from Colgate's waiting list are not eligible to defer their enrollment.

Students applying for financial assistance must file the CSS PROFILE and FAFSA by January 15 of the year

of intended enrollment. Candidates may expect notification of financial aid awards by early April of the spring

before entrance.

Advanced Placement and Pre-matriculation Credit

Information regarding advanced placement and pre-matriculation credit can be found in Academic

Regulations.

Visiting Colgate

Colgate encourages each prospective applicant to arrange a visit to campus, if possible. Morning and

afternoon visit experiences include a brief session by an admission staff member and a student-led tour.

While interviews at Colgate are non-evaluative, they give applicants insights about Colgate and the

admission selection process.

A prospective applicant who is not able to arrange a campus visit may schedule a virtual informational

interview with a Colgate graduate. Additionally, opportunities to explore Colgate virtually, through virtual

tours, information sessions, or remote interviews are available to prospective students. Admission staff

members recognize that it may not always be possible to visit the campus before applying; still, it is

important for the student to see the campus and meet the people who live, study, and work at Colgate

before making a final college choice.

The admission staff is happy to assist applicants with arrangements for visits to campus. To ensure that

records of campus visitors are as accurate as possible, pre-registration is required and visitors are

encouraged to check in at the Hurwitz Admission Center in the James B. Colgate Administration Building

upon arrival. If the office is closed, campus maps (digital version at colgate.edu/campusmap) and forms to

request admission materials may be found in the visitor box outside the administration building. Prospective

students can also connect with current Colgate students listed on the contact a current student web page at

colgate.edu/admission-aid/contact-us/contact-current-student.

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Special Admission Programs

Early Decision

An Early Decision application indicates that Colgate is a student's first choice and that the student will

withdraw all other applications and attend Colgate if admitted. Not to be confused with early action, Early

Decision at Colgate is binding; a signed Early Decision Agreement is required to complete an Early Decision

application. The form must be signed by the student, a guidance counselor, and a parent or legal guardian.

Students may not apply to more than one college as an Early Decision applicant. As Early Decision

programs may vary slightly from college to college, please note the following options and requirements

specific to Colgate's Early Decision program.

Colgate offers two options for Early Decision:

Early Decision Option I Candidates who apply by November 15, including completion of the Early Decision

Agreement form, will receive decisions in mid-December. All required application documents should be

postmarked no later than November 15.

Early Decision Option II Students who file regular decision applications by January 15 may change their

status to Early Decision by filing an Early Decision Agreement form any time by February 1. Notification will

occur in mid-February.

For both Early Decision options

1. Applicants may be accepted, deferred for reconsideration under regular decision (with notification

by late March), waitlisted, or denied admission. Students who are deferred under Option I will not

be reconsidered under the Option II timetable.

2. Multiple or concurrent Early Decision applications to Colgate and any other colleges are not

permitted. Early Decision candidates may file regular decision applications to other colleges, but

once admitted to Colgate through Early Decision, all other applications must be withdrawn. Failure

to do so may result in withdrawal of Colgate's offer of admission.

3. Accepted Early Decision candidates must pay a non-refundable enrollment deposit of $500 within

two weeks of acceptance.

Standardized testing (SAT Reasoning Test or ACT Assessment) should be completed by early November

for Option I candidates wishing to include these scores with their application. Option II candidates should

complete testing by early December. Results of early November testing normally will be available from the

testing services in time for Option I review if the scores are sent directly to Colgate, or a student may self

report their testing upon receiving the results.

An Early Decision candidate applying for financial aid should file the CSS PROFILE and FAFSA, if

applicable, by the Early Decision application deadline.

Early Admission

Candidates with strong academic records, who receive the support of their secondary schools, may apply for

admission and entrance prior to the final year of secondary school. Members of the admission staff are

available to discuss this option with those who are interested.

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Alumni Memorial Scholars

The Alumni Memorial Scholars (AMS) program promotes academic and personal achievement through

service, leadership, and wide-ranging intellectual inquiry. The program was established in 1945 in tribute to

Colgate students and alumni who gave their lives during the First and Second World Wars. Today, it attracts

students from across the country and around the world, young men and women whose academic

credentials, character, creative talent, and community involvement indicate the potential for high-level

engagement both inside and outside the classroom. All Colgate applicants are automatically considered for

admission to AMS, so there is no program-specific application. Eligible students will be notified of their

acceptance into the AMS program alongside an offer of admission to the university.

Each AMS student in good standing will have access to grant funds. These funds are intended to support

independent research projects, internships, academic conference attendance, and other eligible academic

programs. In recent years, they have enabled AMS students to visit dozens of countries across six

continents. Grant funds may be used all at once or through several smaller requests, as long as the

cumulative total does not exceed the maximum. Faculty and staff reviewers must approve all requests.

AMS students benefit from extraordinary access to Colgate's faculty, staff, and campus resources. Curricular

requirements include a special AMS orientation prior to first-year orientation and research design

preparation. First-years will ordinarily be housed in the same Residential Commons, and students in all class

years are encouraged to attend group excursions, dinners, lectures, and presentations. Questions about

AMS admissions should be sent directly to the admission office. For more information about the AMS

program, please visit colgate.edu/ams.

Office of Undergraduate Studies (OUS)

The Office of Undergraduate Studies (OUS) Scholars Program is the second oldest scholars program at

Colgate, established in 1967 as the "University Scholars Program." Candidates chosen to be part of the

program are a highly select group of students who have demonstrated creativity and determination in the

face of personal, economic, and social challenges; they have systematically sought the most demanding

academic paths open to them and dedicated themselves to achieving success. The OUS Scholars Program

is a vibrant community of scholars who have a history of making significant and meaningful impacts on

campus.

The OUS curricular program begins with the Summer Institute, a rigorous five-week, pre-first-year summer

session designed to begin the transition to college. With courses taught by a select group of Colgate's

excellent faculty, the Summer Institute fosters close and lasting student-faculty relationships and enhances

the academic preparedness of OUS scholars. Each OUS cohort lives and learns together in a supportive

family-like environment throughout their first year. This tight-knit community is further developed over four

years at Colgate through a series of planned events and experiences, setting the stage for students to take

on a wide array of scholarly pursuits, leadership roles, and community engagements.

Eligibility for admission to Colgate through OUS is determined at the time of admission, and no separate

application is necessary. Questions about OUS admissions should be sent directly to the admission office.

For more information about the OUS program, visit colgate.edu/ous. See Office of Undergraduate Studies

(OUS) for additional information.

QuestBridge

Colgate is proud to partner with QuestBridge, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting the

most exceptional, low-income youth with leading institutions of higher education.

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Colgate accepts the QuestBridge application from all QuestBridge finalists and non-finalists during all

phases of the first-year application process. Students applying using the QuestBridge application will need

to submit a QuestBridge Application Supplement through the Colgate applicant portal.

International Student Admission

International students whose first language is not English should sit for a standardized English proficiency

examination. Acceptable exams include: the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the

International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. Students studying at

an English-medium secondary school can request a TOEFL waiver.

All admission documents should be written in English or accompanied by certified translations from a local

consulate, embassy, or school official.

While Colgate welcomes international applicants, there is limited financial assistance for students who are

not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Canadian nationals are eligible for certain loan and work-study

programs.

Admission by Transfer Application Procedures

Colgate considers well-qualified candidates from other colleges who seek to enter with advanced standing

for transfer admission. Admission may be granted in the fall or spring. The application deadline for fall

admission is March 15; for spring, November 1. (Candidates are notified of the admission decision by early

May and early December, respectively.) A non-refundable application fee of $60 must accompany each

application. This fee may be waived upon certification of extreme financial hardship or if the student has

received a waiver from the Common or Coalition Application. The application fee is also waived for students

whose permanent mailing address is outside the United States. Colgate does not accept transfer, visiting, or

special exemption student applications for the undergraduate program from individuals who already possess

a bachelor's degree.

Competition for admission with advanced standing is rigorous. Most successful transfer applicants will have

achieved at or above the 3.00 (B) grade level during their previous college experience. Participants in the

Visiting Student Program (see below) are eligible to apply for transfer to Colgate but should not expect to

receive preferential treatment.

Application requirements: In addition to an application for transfer admission, Colgate reviews a full report of

the candidate's secondary school record. Official transcripts of all completed college studies should be

forwarded immediately. The College Official's Report should be completed and submitted by the dean of

each college attended, and the Faculty Recommendation should be completed by a faculty member who

has taught the student and who can comment on the student's academic potential. Additional information

about applications can be found at colgate.edu/apply.

Transfer credit is generally allowed for courses taken through a strong liberal arts curriculum in which a

grade of C or better has been earned. Credit toward graduation may be granted for no more than the

equivalent of 16 Colgate course credits. After enrolling at Colgate, transfer students are subject to the rules

for transferring of credit which apply to matriculated Colgate students. See Transfer Student Program.

Financial aid: Colgate is able to offer need-based institutional financial aid to transfer students. Institutional

aid for transfer students is limited to the number of semesters needed to complete the degree requirements,

as determined by the registrar, at the time of admission.

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Transfer applicants anticipating a need for help with financing their education must submit the CSS

PROFILE and the FAFSA by March 15 for the fall term and November 1 for the spring term. Additional

information may be obtained in Financial Aid and at colgate.edu/financialaid.

First-Year versus Transfer Admission for

Students with Advanced Standing

Colgate University defines a transfer applicant as someone who has enrolled in a degree-seeking program

at a college or university. A student who possesses an associate's degree must normally apply to Colgate as

a transfer student.

Students who have supplemented their high school curriculum with college-level classes in a non-degree-

seeking program and students who have enrolled in a high school enrichment program associated with a

college may have the option of applying to Colgate as either a first-year student or a transfer student. The

benefits and limitations for these options are available at colgate.edu/admission-aid/apply/transfer-other-

applicants.

Visiting Student Program

A student who wishes to attend Colgate for a term as a visiting student should complete an application form.

Members of the Visiting Student Program are eligible to apply at a later date as transfer applicants, but it

must be understood that no preference is given over other transfer applications; visiting students must meet

the same standards as candidates not in attendance. Visiting students are not eligible to receive Colgate

financial aid.

For students wishing to enroll, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $500 is required within two weeks of

receipt of the official acceptance letter.

Students applying for admission as visiting students should visit the admission web

pages: colgate.edu/admission-financial-aid.

Special Exemption Students

The special exemption student option is almost invariably limited to a few area residents who, for personal

reasons, wish to enroll for one term and for less than a full course load. Special exemption student status is

an exception; the Colgate campus does not readily lend itself to part-time, non-residential students. Special

exemption students must plan to commute, as there is no provision in the residential facilities for those

taking less than a full academic program. Students must complete the application and pay a non-refundable

application fee of $60. Special exemption students receive no extraordinary consideration or priority at

registration.

For students wishing to enroll, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $500 is required within two weeks of

receipt of the official acceptance letter.

Students applying for admission as special exemption students should visit the admission web

pages: colgate.edu/admission-financial-aid.

Readmission

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Students who withdrew from or were withdrawn from Colgate may need to apply for readmission; however,

readmission to Colgate is not guaranteed. Please be aware that to earn a Colgate degree, readmitted

students will be subject to certain academic requirements in place at the time of readmission. Admission and

financial aid application materials must be submitted by the application deadline. For spring admission the

deadline is November 1, for fall it is March 15. Application requirements can be found at

colgate.edu/admission-aid/apply/transfer-other-applicants.

Expenses

Application Fee

Colgate requires a nonrefundable fee of $60 from all candidates for admission. For information regarding fee

waivers, see Application Fee.

Charges

A matriculated student is defined as a student who is working toward a Colgate degree. Matriculated

students are assessed tuition and fees each semester at one-half of the annual rate. There is no additional

tuition charged for course overloads (see Normal Course Loads), nor is there a reduction for an underload.

A basic annual cost for 2023–2024 is

At least $3,256 should be allowed for books,

supplies, normal travel, clothing, and

incidentals. In addition, a one-time transcript fee of $50 is assessed for students attending Colgate for the

first time.

*Please note Colgate's Residency Requirement.

Per Course Billing Matriculated students may request per course billing if:

a. they have completed eight semesters of coursework but must return for a ninth semester to

complete degree requirements or,

b. they have completed all degree requirements (see Academic Regulations) but wish to enroll for an

additional semester to complete additional coursework.

A student must seek approval for per course billing through the Office of the Registrar prior to registration for

their final semester. The Office of the Registrar will notify pertinent campus offices of approved per course

billing status.

Students granted per course billing will be billed at a rate of one-eighth of the annual tuition per course.

Such students will also be charged on a pro rata basis for optional add-on fractional credit components as

well as stand-alone fractional credit components. No tuition will be charged for required add-on fractional

credit components, such as labs. (See Academic Credit)

Tuition $66,622

Student Activity Fee 402

Room (residence hall rate*) 8,108

Meals (premier unlimited) 8,682

$ 83,814

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Visiting Students

Visiting students are students who are not working toward a Colgate degree (non-matriculated). Charges

vary depending on the type of Visiting Student but may include tuition, student activity fee, housing, meal

plan, health insurance, transcript fee and/or shipping and visa fees. Please contact the Office of Student

Accounts with questions.

Insurance

Health and Accident Insurance Colgate requires that all students have health and accident insurance

coverage. Domestic* students are asked to enroll in or waive out (by providing timely proof of sufficient

private coverage) of the Colgate health insurance plan each academic year. If a waiver is not submitted (at

all, or on a timely basis) or not approved, students are enrolled automatically in the Colgate plan. All

students enrolled in the Colgate plan are billed the annual premium for the Colgate Student Group Health

Insurance on the fall semester invoice.

*Students who do not reside in the United States will automatically be enrolled in and billed for the

Colgate University insurance plan. There is no option to waive out utilizing international health

insurance plans.

Tuition and Fee Insurance A commercial insurance plan is available to safeguard tuition, student activity

fee, and on-campus traditional residence hall room charges at 80 percent. Information regarding this plan is

provided by the Office of Student Accounts.

Off-Campus Study - International Medical Insurance Coverage Students participating on an international

Colgate, faculty-led Study Group or an Extended Study Group will be enrolled in an international travel

health policy for their time outside the United States. This coverage is expressly for routine and emergency

healthcare (including hospitalization and mental health) outside the United States and includes other

emergency-related benefits as well, with no deductible or co-pay and to cover most pre-existing conditions.

The cost of this insurance is billed to students and that cost can be reviewed on the Colgate cost estimate

sheets available on the Off-Campus Study web page (colgate.edu/OCS). Students will be instructed on the

use of the insurance abroad prior to departure. Full details on the international travel medical insurance are

available on the off-campus study website in the health and safety section.

Students studying internationally on a non-Colgate, approved program should receive insurance coverage

through that approved program. In the event that the approved program does not offer insurance, or it does

not meet Colgate University standards, students will be enrolled in the Colgate international health insurance

and billed for that amount.

Colgate recommends that students continue their U.S.-based health insurance coverage (such as the

Colgate Student Health Insurance Plan) while abroad so that when you return from your program, whether

as scheduled or early, you can access U.S.-based treatment without interruption. If you waive your Colgate

Student Health Insurance Plan, which we do not recommend, it is your responsibility to petition for re-

enrollment in the plan by posted deadlines to ensure you do not have a gap in coverage.

Students Studying Off Campus

The university adopted a home school tuition policy effective for the Class of 2016 and beyond. Beginning

with the 2014–2015 academic year students who study in any semester-length, Colgate-sponsored study

group or an approved program sponsored by an outside organization will pay Colgate tuition when studying

off campus. Additional fees for housing or other student cost estimates for individual off-campus study

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programs, along with complete information, are available on the Office of Off-Campus Study web page:

http://colgate.edu/off-campusstudy.

Graduate Students

Information regarding tuition and fees for the graduate program can be found in Graduate Program.

Billing Schedule

Payment of e-Bills

Semester e-bills are issued to the student in early July for the fall term and early December for the spring

term and are presented electronically via TouchNet, the student account system. This e-bill for tuition, fees,

fines, and applicable charges for room and meals (including fraternity/sorority charges) must be paid by the

payment date each semester. A student will not be permitted to continue in classes until the semester bill

has been satisfied. For more information about billing/payment, please contact the Office of Student

Accounts 315-228-4817, or see colgate.edu/studentaccounts.

The university offers two options for payment of tuition, fees, room, and meals: regular semester payments

or payment plan installments. Payments may be made by cash, check, or bank wire transfer. Payments can

also be made through TouchNet by e-check (no fee to payer) or credit card (fees apply). For information on

loan programs, please contact the Office of Financial Aid, 315-228-7431, or see colgate.edu/financialaid.

Semester Payments Payment for tuition, fees, room and board is due in advance of each semester (see

Billing Schedule above). Balances not paid by the deadline may be assessed a late fee of 1% of the

outstanding balance or a minimum of $1.00 per month, and result in a financial hold (see nonpayment

penalties below).

Payment Plan After bills are posted each semester, a TouchNet payment plan is available to divide

semester fees into multiple payment installments for a small set-up fee. Monthly payments not received by

installment deadlines may be subject to late charges and a financial hold. For more information, please

contact the Office of Student Accounts, 315-228-4817, or see colgate.edu/studentaccounts.

Multiyear Prepayment The Tuition Prepayment Plan protects students from probable future tuition

increases by offering the opportunity to prepay tuition for two or three years at the current rate of annual

tuition set for the first year of participation in the plan. For more information, please contact the Office of

Student Accounts, 315-228-4817, or see colgate.edu/studentaccounts.

Financial Aid Credits Colgate University must receive notification of expected grants and loans that

students or parents wish to use as a payment resource. Anticipated earnings from campus employment may

not be claimed as credit on the bill. Students or parents who anticipate difficulty in making payment should

consult with the Office of Financial Aid well in advance of the scheduled date of payment. For more

information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid, 315-228-7431 or finaid@colgate.edu.

Veterans Benefits In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), Colgate University adopts the

following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I.

Semester

Billing Date Payment Date

Fall Early July

ugust 1

Spring Early December January 10

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Bill (Chp. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chp. 31) benefits, while payment to the

institution is pending from the VA, Colgate University will not:

 Prevent nor delay the student's enrollment;

 Assess a late penalty fee to the student;

 Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;

 Deny the student access to any resources available to other students who have satisfied their

tuition and fee bills to the institution, including but not limited to access to classes, libraries, or other

institutional facilities.

However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

 Produce the Certificate of Eligibility by the first day of class;

 Provide written request to be certified;

 Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other

institutional policies.

To determine what is required, students must contact the Financial Aid Office at finai[email protected].

Nonpayment Penalties In any semester, students who fail to make satisfactory financial arrangements and

enter courses without paying their semester bill will be required to leave the university and forfeit all deposits

and any academic credit for that semester.

Through a student account financial hold, the university reserves the right to deny a student with an unpaid

balance the opportunity to change current term course registrations or register for subsequent terms. Unpaid

balances will result in late fee assessment and, in due course, be turned over to an external collection

agency.

Collections costs may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 33 percent of the debt. All costs and

expenses, including attorney's fees Colgate University incurs in such collection efforts, are added to the

debt, and Colgate must be reimbursed for these costs by the debtor.

Withdrawal and Refund Policy

On Campus

Students must notify and receive permission from an administrative dean to withdraw officially or to take a

leave of absence from Colgate. The official date of withdrawal is determined by the student's administrative

dean. A student who officially withdraws or is granted a leave of absence from Colgate before 60 percent of

the enrollment period has expired will receive adjusted charges for tuition, fees, room, and meals based on

the percentage of time enrolled. Federal aid is refunded according to the Federal Title IV refund formula.

State grants are refunded based on individual state regulations. After 60 percent of the enrollment period

has passed, no adjustments will be made. This policy applies only to tuition, fees, room, and meal charges

set by Colgate University. External scholarships will be adjusted based on the host program's regulations. A

sample of this refund policy is available by contacting the Office of Financial Aid, 315-228-7431 or

finaid@colgate.edu.

Off-Campus Study

Effective for all 2020-2021 off-campus study programs (Colgate study groups; Extended Study Groups; or

non-Colgate, Approved Programs), participants must pay a non-refundable $450 deposit at the time of

commitment to their program. This deposit is applied to the overall program costs for the semester of

participation or forfeited upon withdrawal from a program. Failure to pay the enrollment deposit will result in

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withdrawal from the program. If this payment presents a significant and demonstrable financial burden, a

student accepted to a program may contact the Office of Off-Campus Study to submit a request to reduce

the deposit, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis with input from the Office of Financial Aid.

Refunds of Colgate tuition for off-campus study are governed by the university's refund policy. Written

notification of withdrawal must be dated and sent to the off-campus study email (off-

[email protected]du). E-mail notification from a Colgate e-mail address is acceptable. The postmark

or date of e-mail serves as the effective date of withdrawal and the first day of class or the official program

start date, whichever comes first, serves as the official start date for the purposes of the tuition refund

calculation.

Additionally, students who withdraw following their commitment to the program will be charged for any non-

recoverable expenses including, but not limited to, non-refundable deposits, tuition from a partner university

or organization, approved program charges, housing, transportation, visas, and/or shared group expenses.

The extent of non-recoverable expenses vary by program and the date of withdrawal.

Leave of Absence Fees and Deposits

Normally students attend Colgate for four consecutive years, fall and spring semesters. If it is necessary to

interrupt this pattern, a student may request an academic or personal leave of absence.

Students must request an academic leave of absence from their administrative dean. Students approved for

academic leaves will be charged a $500 administrative fee. This fee defrays costs incurred by Colgate for

maintaining records and providing advising and other services to students while studying away from the

university.

Students approved for personal leaves will be required to pay a $300 nonrefundable leave deposit. Provided

that a student either returns for the scheduled semester or arranges an extension of the leave through his or

her administrative dean, the deposit will be applied to the student's account in the semester of return to

Colgate.

For a student who plans to be away on academic or personal leave, the fee or deposit is due within one

month of the effective date of separation. Failure to pay leave charges or deposits may result in a financial

hold (see Nonpayment Penalties above for more information).

Approved medical leaves do not require a deposit or an administrative fee. For additional information on

academic leaves, see Leaves of Absence. For additional information regarding personal and medical leaves,

see the Colgate Student Handbook.

Financial Aid

Colgate provides financial aid to students who are accepted for admission, submit all financial aid

application requirements on-time, and have demonstrated the need for financial assistance. Prospective

students will be considered for Colgate's need-based aid only when they apply for financial aid before an

admission decision is made. Colgate is committed to meeting the demonstrated financial need of all

admitted students, but the admission process is not need-blind. A limited number of Colgate grant awards

are reserved each year for international students.

Eligibility

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The composition of a student's financial aid offer depends on several factors, including the extent of a

student's financial need, eligibility for other aid resources, the availability of funds, and the date of

application. Students who have applied for aid are automatically considered for all sources of financial aid,

including federal, state, and institutional grants, loans, and employment.

The amount of aid varies with need, as demonstrated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA) and the CSS Profile

. If a student's biological or adoptive parents are not married/partnered or

living together, their information (and that of their spouse/partner/significant other) must be provided in

separate CSS Profile

applications. The custodial parent (and their spouse, if remarried) must complete the

FAFSA and the CSS Profile

. Additional documentation may be required after initial review.

Limitations

1. Colgate grant assistance is limited to a maximum of eight terms of enrollment for students who

matriculate as first-year dependent students.

2. Students who first matriculate as dependent students will remain dependent for financial aid

purposes through completion of their degree requirements. Increased grant assistance from

Colgate is not available to students who marry or who voluntarily declare themselves independent

of their parents. Colgate is not able to offer assistance if parents are unwilling to support the

student at Colgate.

3. Colgate grant assistance is applicable only to resident student programs and Colgate-directed off-

campus programs and approved programs.

4. Colgate grant recipients could receive additional assistance for one Colgate-directed off-campus

study group or approved program and one Colgate-directed extended study program. Colgate grant

assistance is awarded to meet the extra costs after loans have been increased by $1,500. (For

additional information, inquire at the Office of Financial Aid.)

5. Students attending another institution on an academic leave of absence are not eligible for state,

federal, or institutional aid.

6. Visiting students are not eligible for Colgate financial assistance.

7. Financial aid is not available to international students who do not receive Colgate grant assistance

as an entering student.

8. Financial aid is not available in the summer.

9. Colgate University does not enter into financial aid consortium agreements with other schools.

10. Students receiving Federal student aid and/or New York State financial aid must maintain

satisfactory academic progress and pursuit of program standards for continuance of such aid.

Those standards appear below in the New York State Programs section and Federal Programs

sections of this catalog.

11. Colgate reserves the right to modify the financial aid listed in an award offer upon receipt of

information affecting eligibility for financial aid. This can include, but is not limited to, changes in

government funding, receipt of awards from other sources, verification of the number of siblings

enrolled in undergraduate programs, or any new information received after the initial calculation of

financial aid eligibility.

Continuation of Aid

Domestic students (U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents) must apply for financial aid each year to be

considered for assistance. International students receiving financial aid in their first year do not need to

apply for aid annually; eligibility will automatically be reviewed based upon the initial application filed prior to

admission.

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Veterans Benefits and the Yellow Ribbon

Program

Classes are held in residence on the Colgate University campus located at: 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, New

York 13346. Students receiving veterans benefits that include a housing allowance will have their housing

allowance determined by the campus zip code.

Colgate participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a component of the Post-9/11 GI Bill®. Eligible military

veterans can learn more at benefits.va.gov/gibill. Please note that veterans must be entitled to the maximum

benefit rate in order to be — or to have their dependents be — considered for this program.

The Yellow Ribbon benefit is a non-need-based award. The Yellow Ribbon benefit, alongside Chapter 33 -

Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits, will cover on-campus expenses for tuition and fees. Students utilizing their

Chapter 33 Benefits will also receive a housing allowance and book stipend. The Yellow Ribbon benefit

does not cover the additional expense of a Colgate directed off-campus study or extended study group, or a

Colgate approved program. Federal loans may be available to help cover these additional costs.

Veterans Administration (VA) Educational Benefits *

1. Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Educational Assistance (Chapter 32)

2. Dependent and Survivors Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)

3. Montgomery GI Bill® (Chapter 30)

4. Vocational Rehabilitation for Service-Disabled Veterans

5. Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserves Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1606)

6. Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)

VA and DOD education benefits do not factor into federal student aid (Title IV aid) eligibility; they are

excluded from estimated financial assistance so they do not impact Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct

Loans, or Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant eligibility. However, VA and DOD education

benefits may reduce institutional Colgate Grant dollar-for-dollar.

* Application Procedures: Application forms, information, and assistance in applying for benefits are

available at gibill.va.gov.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about

education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government web site at benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Athletic Scholarships

Colgate offers non-need-based athletic scholarships in selected sports through the Department of Athletics.

The scholarship covers partial or all on-campus expenses for tuition, housing, meals, and books. Athletic

scholarships do not cover the additional expenses of a Colgate directed off-campus study or extended study

group, or a Colgate approved program. Federal Direct loans may be available to help cover these additional

costs.

MAT Financial Assistance

Financial aid is available for students accepted into the Master of Arts in Teaching MAT program.

Institutional grant aid will be awarded for 80 percent of tuition charges for all MAT students. Federal loans for

US citizens or permanent residents may be available to pay for the remaining tuition, student activity fee,

living costs, and miscellaneous expenses. To determine eligibility for these federal loans, the applicant must

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complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In order to receive these federal loans a

student must be enrolled at least half time. Financial aid is offered one semester at a time and is dependent

on the number of courses for which a student is registered each semester. Additional information about

financial aid can be obtained by contacting the Office of Financial Aid, 315-228-7431 or

colgate.edu/financialaid.

Standard, Current Descriptions of Financial

Aid Programs

New York State Programs

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

Application Procedures: Applicants must apply annually to the New York State Higher Education Services

Corporation (HESC), Albany, New York 12255. The application deadline for the current academic year is

June 30. Students can begin the TAP application process by completing the Free Application for Federal

Student Aid (FAFSA), available at fafsa.gov, or by completing the TAP application directly at hesc.ny.gov.

The Higher Education Services Corporation determines the applicant's eligibility and notifies the applicant

indicating the amount of the grant. The postsecondary institution may defer payment on the basis of receipt

of the award certificate. Actual payment is received after the school certifies student eligibility.

Selection of Recipients and Allocation of Awards: Tuition Assistance Program is an entitlement program

for legal residents of New York State who are U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens. Other eligibility

requirements are listed on the hesc.ny.gov website. The amount of the award is dependent on state

legislation and can vary from year to year.

Students must be in good academic standing and enrolled full-time in courses that apply to their degree

program to be eligible for their NYS award. Enrollment in three course credits constitutes full-time

enrollment. Students may not be enrolled in repeat courses unless one of the following conditions apply: the

student is repeating a failed course; the student is repeating a course in which the grade earned would

ordinarily be passing but is a failure in a particular curriculum; the student is repeating a course where credit

will be earned each time.

Recipients must not be in default of a loan guaranteed by the Higher Education Services Corporation

(HESC). Under certain circumstances, defaulted borrowers can be reinstated for TAP eligibility by HESC.

Undergraduate students may generally receive TAP awards for eight semesters of study. For semester

limits on other awards, please visit the HESC website.

Continuation of Awards: Eligibility for renewal of New York State awards is dependent upon remaining in

good academic standing. To maintain good academic standing, a student must be making satisfactory

academic progress toward a degree and pursuing the program of study. Note that satisfactory academic

progress for New York State awards differ from federal satisfactory academic progress. Good academic

standing is evaluated each semester in which a New York State award is received.

For pursuit of the program of study, students must enroll in a certain number of credit hours each semester

and earn a specific number of credit hours for that semester. For the first year an award is received, a

student must earn 50% of the minimum full-time course load for each term. For the second year an award is

received, this is increased to 75%, and it increases to 100% in each term of the third year and subsequent

semesters an award is received thereafter. Courses assigned grades of W, I, and NG are not considered to

have been completed and do not count towards the pursuit of program requirement.

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For satisfactory academic progress, students must maintain a specified grade point average and a pace

leading to completion of his or her degree within a specified time period. The table below illustrates the

specific requirements needed to receive TAP for satisfactory academic progress. The number of course

credits that must be accrued depends on the number of TAP payments the student has received, not on the

year of enrollment. Visit the NYS HESC website for full information.

The minimum standards of eligibility for undergraduate students are listed in the chart below:

Standard of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Purpose of Determining Eligibility for State

Student Aid

Before being certified

for this payment

First Second Third Fourth Fifth Sixth Seventh Eighth

A student must have

accrued at least this

many course credits

0 2 4 7 10 13 17 21

With at least this grade

point average

0 1.5 1.8 1.8 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0

Students who have received the equivalent of two or more full years of state-funded student financial aid

must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of C (2.0 on a 4.0 grading scale) or better to be eligible for

continued state-funded assistance. If a student is not in good academic standing, they may be able to

appeal and request a waiver. Students not in good academic standing will be contacted by the Office of

Financial Aid with further guidance and instructions.

Memorial Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased Police Officers, Firefighters,

Volunteer Firefighters, Peace Officers, and Emergency Medical Service Workers

Regents Awards for Child of Deceased or Disabled Veteran (CV)

Nursing Faculty Scholarship

Veterans Tuition Awards

New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence

World Trade Center Memorial Scholarship

Military Service Recognition Scholarship

State Aid to Native Americans

New York State Math and Science Teaching Incentive Scholarship

Source and contact for programs described above: New York State Higher Education Services Corporation,

99 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12255, 888-697-4372, hesc.com

Vocational Rehabilitation

Application Procedures: Persons with disabilities may obtain a list of local Office of Vocational

Rehabilitation (OVR) offices from: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, New York State Education

Department, 1 Commerce Plaza, 19th Floor, Albany, New York 12234.

Selection of Recipients and Allocation of Awards: Any person with a substantial employment disability,

who can become employable within a reasonable period of time, may be eligible. OVR serves those having

any physical, emotional, or intellectual disability except blindness.

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Persons legally blind are served by the Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped, State

Department of Social Services, 40 North Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12243.

Eligible applicants may receive counseling, medical examinations and other evaluation services, physical

and mental restoration services, and instruction and training including that given at institutions of

postsecondary education.

Clients are asked to share the expenses, based upon state standards, of some of the services provided,

such as college or university expenses to enable that client to attain his/her vocational objective. The client

is required to maintain an average of C or better.

Federal Programs

Standard of Satisfactory Academic Progress for continued Federal Student Aid Eligibility: Students

must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements in order to remain eligible for federal (Title

IV) aid. Federal aid at Colgate includes the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational

Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Work-Study Program, and the Federal Direct Loan Program.

In order to meet the minimum SAP standards, students must successfully complete 67% of the cumulative

course credits that they attempt and maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. Total

completed credits are calculated by dividing a student's total number of earned credits by a student's total

number of attempted credits. Withdrawals, repetitions, and transfer credits (not including AP credits) are

considered part of a student's attempted credit total. For attempted credit(s) a student was unable to

successfully complete as a result of the COVID-19 qualifying emergency, from the Spring 2020 to Spring

2023 semesters at Colgate, these credits may be excluded from the SAP calculation, after it has been

reasonably determined that the student's failure to complete those credits was the result of a COVID-19

related circumstance. Beginning in Fall 2023, this flexibility no longer applies per the Department of

Education, as the COVID-19 national emergency ended effective May 11, 2023. Attempted credits not

successfully completed as a result of the COVID-19 qualifying emergency from Spring 2020 to Spring 2023

are taken into consideration at the point a student is not meeting SAP standards for a 2nd consecutive

semester.

Students must also complete their programs within 150% of the normal program length. The maximum time

frame is reached when the student has attempted more than one-and-one-half the number of course credit

hours required to earn the degree. The maximum time-frame standard for transfer students will consider

only those course credit hours attempted at Colgate University, as well as those accepted for transfer credit

by the university.

The Office of Financial Aid reviews the academic records of all students at the end of each semester. In

addition, the Committee on Standards and Academic Standing (CSAS) reviews the academic performance

of all students each semester. SAP standards and CSAS standards are separate with each having their own

requirements.

The first time a student does not meet SAP standards, the student will be placed in a Financial Aid Warning

Status. This means the student is one term away from losing federal financial aid eligibility. The student is

still eligible for financial aid and no appeal is necessary at this stage. The student is considered to have used

their Warning Status for the term even if they did not receive

federal (Title IV) aid for that term.

The second consecutive semester in which the student does not meet the SAP standards, the student will

be required to take action in order to be eligible for federal aid. Federal financial aid eligibility may be

regained by submitting a financial aid appeal with supporting documentation to the Office of Financial Aid

and, if approved, federal financial aid will be reinstated and the student will be placed on a Financial Aid

Probation Status for one semester. Students must achieve the minimum SAP standards by the end of their

probationary period to remain eligible for federal aid.

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Eligibility Requirements for Federal Student Aid: To apply for federal student aid, a student must

complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at FAFSA.gov. Students meeting the federal

definition of a "dependent student" must report parent information on the FAFSA. Basic eligibility for federal

student aid requires a student to be: a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen, enrolled at least half-time as a

matriculated student in an eligible degree program (students can be enrolled less than half time for Pell

Grants), students must not be in default or owe a refund for any Federal Title IV aid at any institution. The

Office of Financial Aid confirms federal student aid eligibility. The amount offered and awarded is based on

federal regulations in effect for each federal program.

Federal Pell Grants

The Federal Pell Grant is an entitlement program. A student's eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant is

determined after the Financial Aid Office receives the results from a valid, processed FAFSA. The award

amount is determined using the student's Federal Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the institution's cost

of attendance, and the student's enrollment status (i.e. full time, part time). Federal Pell Grant awards

are calculated based on a payment schedule approved annually by Congress.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)

Eligible students are selected by the Office of Financial Aid. Awards are made to eligible students with the

lowest federal EFC (Expected Family Contribution).

Federal Direct Loans

Federal Direct Loans are available to eligible undergraduate students who submit a valid processed

FAFSA, regardless of family income. Borrowing limits are established by the U.S. Department of

Education: $5,500 for first year students, $6,500 for second year students, and $7,500 for third and fourth

year students. Graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 in a federal direct unsubsidized loan in an

academic year. Undergraduate students may be eligible to borrow through the subsidized portion of the

Federal Direct Loan program, in which no interest accrues while the student is enrolled at least half time.

However, at least $2,000 of each of these amounts can be offered only through the unsubsidized portion of

the program.

For federal student aid purposes, year in school is defined in the table below:

First Year 0-5.99 course credits

Second Year 6 - 13.99 course credits

Third Year 14 - 21.99 course credits

Fourth Year 22+ course credits

The interest rate is established annually on July 1 and is a fixed rate for the life of the loan. Interest rates can

be found at studentaid.ed.gov. In the unsubsidized portion of the program, interest accrues while the student

is in school and may be paid or capitalized. In both portions of the program borrowers pay an origination fee

of roughly 1%. Colgate will award as much subsidized loan as possible before awarding unsubsidized loan;

however, in some cases the student is eligible for an unsubsidized loan only.

Repayment is deferred as long as the student remains enrolled at least half-time and for a six month grace

period after he/she ceases to be enrolled at least a half-time. Payment of principal may also be deferred for

certain categories of borrowers: (1) rehabilitation training; (2) unemployment; (3) economic hardship

including the Peace Corps, and (4) during a period of active military service. After ceasing to be at least a

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half-time student, the borrower must make formal arrangements with the Department of Education's servicer

to begin repayment. Depending on the amount of the loan, the minimum monthly payment will be $50 plus

interest. Under unusual and extenuating circumstances the servicer, on request, may permit reduced

payments. Repayment in whole or part may be made at any time without penalty.

Federal Direct PLUS Loan

To apply for this loan the borrower (who must be the parent of a dependent undergraduate student) initiates

the application at studentaid.gov. To qualify for a Federal Direct PLUS Loan, parent borrowers must not

have an adverse credit history. Federal Student Aid will conduct a credit check on all Direct PLUS Loan

applicants. The maximum loan that can be borrowed is the cost of attendance, minus other aid. Interest

rates can be found at studentaid.gov. An origination fee is deducted upon disbursement by the Department

of Education. Repayment begins 60 days after the full amount of the loan is disbursed.

Federal Work-Study Program

Work-study offered in a financial aid package may be earned by working in a part-time job on campus.

Students typically work up to 8-10 hours per week, and cannot exceed 20 hours per week. Like any part-

time job, students apply for available jobs and, once hired, submit timesheets to be paid for hours worked.

To find a position, students must search the Student Employment section of the Colgate Portal. Available job

openings are typically advertised on the Portal shortly before the start of each semester, along with

instructions on how to apply. Assistance in finding a job is available from the Office of Student Employment,

in the Division of Human Resources.

The amount of work-study offered in the financial aid package is only an approximation of what a student

might earn during the academic year. Students are not obligated to earn the full amount, and Colgate will not

penalize students or make adjustments if they learn less or more than the amount indicated in the financial

aid package.

United States Bureau of Indian Affairs Aid to Native Americans

Higher Education Grants: The grant application is available from the education office of the tribe in which

you are affiliated or possess membership. As the majority of federally recognized tribes are administering

the grant program for their tribal members, call your tribe first. A tribal directory is located on the Department

of the Interior's website. If your tribe is not administering the grant program, they can direct you to the

nearest Office of Indian Education Programs Education Line Officer for the application (OMB No. 1076-

0101), with instructions for completing and returning the application. More information can be found online at

olep.bia.edu.

Additional Information

Additional information may be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid, 315-228-7431 or

colgate.edu/financialaid.

Student Life

Student Affairs

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Office of the Dean of the College

The Vice President and Dean of the College, the chief student affairs officer, focuses on the overall personal

and educational development of students as well as the integration of Colgate's academic and campus life

programs.

The departments within the Office of the Dean of the College provide holistic opportunities for students to

develop ways of learning and living that are characteristic of a residential liberal arts education, guided by

intellectualism, citizenship, accountability, diversity and inclusion, personal growth and wellness, and a

lifelong connection to Colgate.

Each student has access to an administrative dean who assists with personal and/or academic matters and

provides information about the many support resources available at Colgate. These services include support

for students admitted to Colgate through the Office of Undergraduate Scholars Programs and the

First@Colgate program. In addition, the Office of International Student Services provides immigration and

cultural adjustment support. The Office of Student Conduct is responsible for educating students about the

expectations of living within a scholar community and for holding members of the community accountable

and responsible for the choices they make.

Health, wellness and safety services support students with a variety of psychological and physical health

concerns and with maintaining their overall health and well-being through Counseling and Psychological

Services, Haven, Student Health Services, and the Shaw Wellness Institute. The Office of Campus Safety

supports safety on campus. More specialized campus safety and preparedness is the responsibility of

the Emergency Management and Environmental Health and Safety departments.

The Office of Residential Life supports students' personal growth by providing residential and living-learning

experiences that fosters a welcoming, enriching, and supportive community throughout their college

years. Students' residential experiences begin with orientation programs and membership in a Residential

Commons, which establishes a strong foundation for scholarship and community through their first and

second year, with the support of the First and Second Year Experience and Community Development Office.

Opportunities for student engagement and leadership are available through the ALANA Cultural

Center, Office of the Chaplains, the office of Student Involvement (OSI), Office of Fraternity and Sorority

Advising, LGBTQ+ Initiatives, the Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education

(COVE), and the Shaw Wellness Institute. These departments benefit from working closely together and

with the guidance and leadership of the Dean of Students.

Career Services is a comprehensive center of career development support that empowers students to

engage in strategic exploration and preparation in order to pursue a breadth of professional interests. The

University's four-year plan -- starting in students' first seme

ster -- provides students with a helpful structure

to navigate this process while ensuring an individualized approach to meeting students' unique needs.

Administrative Deans

Colgate has a wide range of educational opportunities and the University assigns an administrative dean

and a faculty academic adviser to provide guidance.

Working collaboratively with faculty to address needs holistically, administrative deans assist students with

interpretation of the University's policies and procedures, as well as with questions pertaining to graduation

requirements, leaves of absence, disciplinary matters, or emergencies or problems that may affect the

quality of their academic work. Administrative deans are also available to assist with personal issues and

may, at the request of the student, contact others in the Colgate community or elsewhere who may be better

positioned to assist depending on the situation.

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First@Colgate

Each year Colgate has the privilege of engaging with over 400 first-generation students that have chosen to

pursue the opportunity for higher education at Colgate University. First@Colgate recognizes there may be

unique challenges of being the first in one's family to graduate from a four-year institution, the first to earn an

undergraduate degree from an American institution of higher education or perhaps the first to navigate a

more traditional path toward a bachelor's degree. Committed to ensuring that students have the necessary

resources, experiences and support to help them thrive at Colgate and beyond, First@Colgate provides a

range of support for first-generation students. First@Colgate works in collaboration with campus partners to

provide a variety of workshops and activities to ease the transition to college, to promote holistic wellbeing

and to help first-generation students navigate college life. Through participation in First@Colgate, students

are able to build community with peers, faculty and staff to form a network of support for the duration of their

undergraduate careers.

International Student Services

The Office of International Student Services (OISS) understands that studying at Colgate as an international

student may present unique opportunities and challenges, from immigration concerns to adjusting to life in a

new culture and everything in between. OISS is committed to thoughtfully supporting the international

student community from the time of admission to graduation and, working closely with campus partners to

ensure a smooth and successful transition to student life in the United States. Some of the regulatory

services provided are F-1 student immigration advising and support, SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor

Information System) administration, and compliance with Federal Immigration Regulations. Additionally,

students are supported through an international student orientation, cultural adjustment support, campus

programs and events, international student storage and library and coordination of meals and activities

during breaks. OISS is located in the Center for International Programs in McGregory Hall.

Office of Student Involvement

The Office of Student Involvement (OSI) supports Colgate's commitment to extending liberal arts learning

beyond the classroom. Its mission is to foster student-centered programming that creates a healthy and

vibrant campus culture for all students. OSI advises students and organizations in planning educational and

social events, facilitates collaboration between campus stakeholders, and promotes student leadership

education and skill development. OSI provides resources and training for student leaders and group and

organization advisers.

OSI partners with students to enrich the social, cultural, physical, and intellectual experience of life at

Colgate. Emphasis is placed on understanding, appreciating, and engaging the rich diversity of interests and

experiences in the Colgate community. Students are encouraged to take on membership in student

organizations, and their initiatives are supported through coaching and mentoring in leadership and

organizational management. OSI facilitates programs that challenge and support Colgate students in the

development of important competencies. The function of the office is not only to produce high quality,

inclusive programming, but also to provide the resources and support that enable students to pursue their

interests and accomplish their goals. OSI also supports the student transition into the University and

coordinates New Student Orientation.

Student Organizations

Colgate students have the opportunity to join more than 150 recognized student organizations. Some are

purely co-curricular; others are related to specific aspects of the academic program or professional

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development. With the exception of fraternities and sororities, which have selective memberships, all student

organizations are open to any student, although some are honoraries where membership is by invitation and

voluntary. If students have interests that are not represented among the existing recognized student

organizations, there is an opportunity to create a new organization. The ALANA Cultural Center, Office of

the Chaplains, Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (COVE), the Office of Fraternity and

Sorority Advising, the Office of Student Involvement (OSI), and LGBTQ+ Initiatives are the coordinating

departments for the majority of student organizations.

Opportunities for engagement include the following:

 Colgate Speaking Union – public oratory skills through debate teams, mock trials, Model UN

 Creative and Performing Arts – dance, student theater, and a cappella groups

 Cultural Engagement – celebrating diverse heritages, creating change

 Entrepreneurship – launching ventures

 Entertainment – spread joy and laughter

 Faith-based and Spiritual – practice faith, or explore new beliefs

 Fraternities and Sororities – lifelong community, service

 LGBTQ+ – building community, connections, and opportunities for outreach

 Outdoor Recreation – embrace adventure, recreational winter sports

 Peer Education – opportunities to educate one's peers through wellness, Haven, or other

departments

 Professional Development – exploring options and preparing for success, pre-career engagement

 Politics – political debate and civic engagement

 Publications and Media – including the nation's oldest weekly newspaper, WRCU radio, and and

Colgate University TV

 Student Government Association – represent your campus community

 Sustainability – help steward the earth's resources

 Volunteerism – making a difference locally and globally

 Wellness – promote a holistic lifestyle

Club sports and Outdoor Recreation are listed under "Athletics and Recreation."

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is comprised of elected student representatives from each

class representing their interests to the larger Colgate community and administration. Among other rights

listed in the SGA constitution, every Colgate student has the right to vote, run for a position, and join

recognized organizations. The elected officials of SGA are charged with improving campus life by promoting

student concerns.

The SGA executive group is composed of the president, vice president, speaker of the senate, the

parliamentarian, liaison to student organizations, and the treasurer, and senate-approved ad hoc positions.

The president and vice president are the primary figures representing the SGA and its members to the

administration, the faculty, trustees, alumni, and outside parties. Additionally, the president chairs SGA

executive meetings that provide the forum for collaboration between the branches of student government

and set the agenda for Senate meetings.

The SGA legislature is composed of the senate, speaker of the senate, parliamentarian, treasurer, and

liaison to student organizations. The senate consists of 40 senators, 10 elected by each class. The senate

holds weekly meetings to consider matters concerning the entire Colgate community. All meetings are open

to the student body and all students are encouraged to attend. The Budget Allocations Committee (BAC)

distributes the revenue from the student activities fee and meets weekly to hear funding requests from

student organizations.

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ALANA Cultural Center

The ALANA Cultural Center fosters understanding and appreciation of Africana, Latin American, Asian

American, and Native American cultures and accomplishments. Sponsoring extensive educational, social

development, leadership, and cultural awareness programming throughout the year, the Center collaborates

with multicultural student organizations, various departments on campus, the Alumni of Color organization

(AOC), and academic programs concerned with multicultural issues, cultural resilience, and self-advocacy

and education. The ALANA Cultural Center designs and organizes programs and training, including those

that aim to build the skills, strengths of self-advocacy, and knowledge to navigate their experiences to help

students from historically underrepresented groups thrive. The Center promotes community-building and

collaborative initiatives among cultural identities on campus and works with student groups to celebrate six

heritage month celebrations, including but not limited to LatinX/Hispanic Heritage, Native American, Black

History, Caribbean, Women's, and Asian/ Asian Pacific Islander heritage month celebrations. Each year, the

Center organizes approximately 100 programs and collaborates with more than 30 campus partners.

ALANA Cultural Center supports students' personal, social, leadership and identity development efforts

through individualized training and workshops for student groups and leaders. The Center extends its

educational approaches through the work of ALANA Social Justice Peer Educators, Intergroup Dialogue

Interns, and ALANA Student Ambassadors, including the ALANA-Palooza, Jamboree, MLK Week, Social

Justice Peer Education, and the annual Social Justice Summit.

LGBTQ+ Initiatives

The Office of LGBTQ+ Initiatives enhances campus inclusion and provides support for lesbian, gay,

bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, queer, and ally students, staff, and faculty through intellectual and

leadership development, community building, outreach, and visibility. The office is located in the Center for

Women's Studies in East Hall. Regardless of identity, all students are welcome in the space. Annual

programs include LGBTQ+ History Month, Intersex Day of Awareness, Transgender Day of Remembrance,

QueerFest, Pride Walk, International Pronouns Day, a series of events for non-binary individuals and allies,

Aromantic Awareness Week, Sex Museum, Safe Zone Trainings, and Lavender Graduation.

The COVE

The Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (the COVE) is Colgate's center

for service, citizenship, and community building, fostering commitment to social responsibility and civic

engagement within the Colgate community. The COVE supports 38 student-led community-based teams

(volunteer groups); offers paid office student interns and literacy tutoring positions in local elementary

schools; offers alternative break service opportunities; serves as a resource to the faculty for developing and

teaching service-learning courses; sponsors an internship program; offers a pre-orientation service

program; leads voter education and voter registration efforts on campus; participates in campus life

initiatives; offers topical, skill-based learning opportunities; raises awareness for local, national, and global

social issues; and provides programming in social change–oriented career choices. The COVE includes a

lounge, conference room, and staff offices.

Fraternity and Sorority Advising

With a history dating back to 1856, Colgate currently recognizes five national fraternities and three national

sororities. Fraternities and sororities emphasize shared values and responsibilities, provide leadership

opportunities, create life-long friendships, and allow members to live together in chapter houses owned by

the University. Fraternities and sororities at Colgate are advised by professional staff members and receive

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guidance and support from their national headquarters as well as from their organizations' alumni advisers.

Affiliation with these organizations may occur during the sophomore year.

Nearly all students who join a fraternity or sorority blend their involvement with other extracurricular and

athletic activities, undergraduate research, and/or employment.

University policies regarding the recognition of fraternities and sororities conduct and membership can be

found in the Colgate University Student Handbook.

The Office of the Chaplains

The college years are often when people begin shaping and refining their fundamental life commitments.

The Office of the Chaplains serves the Colgate community by cultivating strong, active faith communities

and providing a dynamic, friendly, and supportive place in which students can seek answers to life's biggest

questions. Students are encouraged to become the best versions of themselves, growing as people of

integrity and commitment. It is the hope that, through participation in Colgate's religious communities,

students will be brought to a greater understanding of and fidelity toward their own traditions.

Interfaith partnership is a strongly held value at Colgate. The interfaith dynamic recognizes substantive

differences while also promoting respect and friendship across religious lines. Since college provides

significant opportunities to explore the ways in which others make sense of the world, the chaplaincy

program promotes interfaith understanding and cooperation.

In embracing Colgate's motto, "For God and Truth," the Office of the Chaplains works collaboratively with

members of Colgate's faculty and staff to provide students with intellectually robust ways to integrate their

religious and ethical commitments with their academic pursuits.

The Colgate Buddhist Community meets regularly for meditation. The organization collaborates with

faculty and staff members and the group facilitates discussions on Buddhist thought and how to integrate the

teachings into the lives of busy college students.

Colgate Christian Fellowship, the student-led chapter of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, maintains close

relationships with churches in the area as well as the Colgate chaplains. The CCF sponsors weekly large-

group meetings, regular small-group bible study, speakers, social events, and service projects.

The Colgate Newman Community is centered in the celebration of the Eucharist and seeks to create a

faithful Catholic community on campus. It has four primary concerns: the worship of Jesus Christ, service

and hospitality to the needy, education and spiritual formation, and building community through social

activities.

The Hindu Student Association gives Hindu students an opportunity to observe their religion and provides

the community a chance to learn more about Hinduism. In addition to regular prayer meetings, the HSA

celebrates Hindu holidays, including organizing an annual Diwali festival with prayers and festivities.

The Colgate Jewish Union is a student-led organization that promotes Jewish religious, intellectual, and

cultural life. The Saperstein Jewish Center houses kosher kitchens, a library of Judaica, and a lounge space.

It is also home to a sanctuary where students lead services and prepare Shabbat dinner weekly.

The Muslim Student Association provides an opportunity for Muslim students to worship, to socialize, and

to educate themselves and others about Islam. The student-led group holds regular Friday Jummah prayers,

Quranic study, Eid celebrations and iftar meals, halal dinners, film screenings, discussions, and excursions.

The Muslim Prayer Room with male and female wudu stations, located at 110 Broad/Interfaith House, is

available to all Muslim students, staff, and faculty. To request GateCard access please email the chaplains

office at [email protected].

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University Church, Colgate's Protestant community, is committed to embodying the diversity of the Body of

Christ by celebrating a range of worship styles and ministry emphases. Worship is followed by dinner

together. Music is rich and varied, preaching is biblically centered, and the Lord's Supper is celebrated

regularly. Led by the Protestant Campus Minister, University Church life includes Bible study lunches,

speakers, social events, and service projects.

The Secular Association of Skeptical Students seeks to alleviate the stigma against non-theists by

promoting education, cooperation, community service, and active involvement in the interfaith movement at

Colgate. Through philosophical discussion and guest speaker events, students have an opportunity to add

their non-religious views to the interfaith discussion.

Colgate Christian Athletes supports students as they strive to live a Christian life at Colgate and for those

who simply wish to inquire about the Christian faith. The group meets weekly, led by the Protestant Campus

Minister.

Heretics Club is a lunchtime discussion series meant to elevate the conversation on campus about life's

"big questions." Through lectures and discussions among a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students, the

series demonstrates that people of different religious convictions and worldviews can have meaningful and

productive conversations about ultimate ideas.

Weekly Reflections is a morning program featuring faculty, staff, and student speakers providing their

thoughts on matters of personal significance.

Area congregations Students are also welcome to worship with area congregations. Please consult the

Chaplains' Office for a complete list.

Student Services

Integrated Health and Wellness

Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Haven, and the Shaw Wellness Institute

work closely together to deliver high-quality health and wellness services to students. The collaboration

between these departments offers holistic treatment and proactive measures in support of students' success

at Colgate.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services' mission is to provide high-quality, confidential, and equitable healthcare and

education to empower all students. Services include general medical treatment for minor injuries or

surgery; acute and chronic medical conditions; sexual and reproductive health exams, testing, and

treatment; mental health and gender-affirming care; immunizations; allergy injections; and travel

counseling. Mental health care services are provided in collaboration with Counseling and Psychological

Services and Mantra Health, a telepsychiatry provider.

Student Health Services is staffed by a full-time physician/director, physician assistants, nurse practitioners,

and a team of nurses and administrative staff during business hours, held each weekday and during limited

hours on Saturdays (except during University holidays and recesses). Urgent care and emergency room

services are available locally through Community Memorial Hospital.

Student Health Services adheres to New York State Health FERPA regulations and NY State Public Health

laws and regulations. Medical information is strictly confidential and may be released only with the written or

verbal permission of the student, unless required by law. The medical record is not accessible to anyone

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other than the professional staff of Student Health Services and other Colgate medical professionals. In

case of a serious medical emergency, a student's emergency contacts and the students administrative dean

will be notified.

Medical Coverage Students with pre-existing health problems, injuries, or disabilities are invited to contact

the director of health services to discuss their health needs and the availability of local or out-of-town

services. Students are responsible for providing transportation to healthcare facilities outside of Colgate.

The university requires students to carry acceptable health insurance. Colgate offers a health care plan that

is available for all students through Haylor, Freyor, & Coon. Visits or consultations at Student Health

Services are free. There may be some charges related to on-site testing and medication dispensing.

Counseling and Psychological Services

Counseling and Psychological Services, located in Conant House, is staffed by psychologists, social

workers, and mental health counselors representing a wide range of backgrounds, training, and professional

interests. Students are offered counsel on a variety of psychological, interpersonal, and academic problems

that may interfere with educational and/or personal development.

Information shared by students during counseling is held in the strictest confidence and will not be

communicated by staff members to anyone unless requested by the student, required by law, or in order to

avoid what appears to be a clear and imminent danger to the student or others. Information would be

released only after careful deliberation and then only to appropriate persons.

Individual and group psychotherapy and counseling are provided free of charge. In addition, outreach

programs (addressing a variety of issues including eating disorders, stress management, and relationship

concerns), emergency services, crisis intervention, and consultation are offered to individuals and student

groups.

Services are available during business hours while Colgate is in session. Emergency services are available

for after hours and weekends throughout the year.

Students with pre-existing conditions are invited to contact counseling and psychological services staff to

discuss their needs and the availability of local or nearby services.

Haven

Haven, located in the garden level of Curtis Hall, is Colgate's sexual assault resource center. Professional

staff at Haven provide confidential trauma-informed clinical care for survivors of sexual assault and other

forms of partner violence. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, consultation, and crisis

intervention, as well as sexual assault awareness, prevention, and educational outreach and programming

in collaboration with on- and off-campus partners.

Shaw Wellness Institute

The Shaw Wellness Institute promotes the holistic development of students, encouraging them and other

members of the Colgate community to lead healthy, balanced, and purposeful lives. The institute's work

includes the identification and prioritization of health issues that impact student success; individualized

services for alcohol and other drugs and nutrition; resources and support for students managing disordered

eating, body image, or eating disorders; skills-based workshops and training on a range of health-related

behaviors; peer-led health education; coaching and bystander intervention workshops; and collaboration

with campus partners on wellness programs and services.

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First and Second Year Experience and

Community Development

A student's first and second year experience at Colgate should be one that creates inclusive environments

where students explore opportunities for growth, engage in meaningful shared experiences, and thrive as

self-directed learners.

We empower students to make the most of their time and to find a home within their Commons Residential

Community at Colgate. The Office of Student Involvement (OSI) coordinates a robust and comprehensive

complement of programs to support students transitioning into and becoming established members of the

university community. Throughout the first and second years at Colgate students will have the opportunity

to heighten their sense of belonging, navigate campus resources, foster their intellectual curiosity, engage

with staff and faculty, prioritize well-being, and create lifelong friendships.

Residential Life

A four year residential liberal arts education furthers civic engagement, respect for all aspects of diversity

and inclusion, belonging in community, intellectual engagement, and living with integrity.

Colgate's residential environment supports students' formal education through experiential and co-curricular

experiences, centering the student as an author and co-constructor of learning. The space provided for

residential students to grow and learn are rooted in the ideas of critical thought and civic discourse steeped

in academic tradition. The Office of Residential Life strives to create experiences that will foster student

personal development and cognitive growth as a result of living in our residential community.

The communities within student living areas offer a variety of experiences. These experiences include:

 Residential Commons - Each of the four Commons is a community within which students live for

their first two years, and with which they continue to affiliate throughout their four years on

campus.

 Sophomore residential seminars — academic courses with a housing and international travel

component

 Theme Housing - communities with a specified scholarly or personal interests. Engagement and

experiential learning in the community is centered on the theme of the community.

 Interest Groups - students can form groups around a topic in order to further learn skills, center

academic thought, or engage in civic discourse around a common topic.

 Opportunities to live in community as part of a fraternity or sorority

 Residences offering junior and senior students more independence

Community leaders live in residence and assist the Office of Residential Life with the fulfillment of the

departmental mission. Community Leaders foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our

residential students. They develop one-on-one relationships with their residents and help them make

connections with fellow peers, faculty, and staff on Colgate's campus. Community Leaders create a

supportive, engaging environment for all residents with attentiveness to safety and security. They serve as

role models, are effective listeners and excellent resources, demonstrate pride in their communities, and

care for their residents.

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Colgate provides vibrant and diverse options for campus living, including traditional residence halls, thematic

communities, townhouses, and apartment complexes. The university housing agreement is for a period of

one academic year. Students are expected to live on-campus for all four years of their undergraduate

experience. A very limited number of seniors are granted approval to live in private off-campus housing.

The Office of Residential Life is committed to student learning and growth and to promoting a purposeful

and inclusive environment through shared expectations. This is accomplished by promoting healthy, safe

communities where individual members are valued and respected; fostering personal growth and success;

and challenging and supporting students in making meaningful and responsible contributions to society. The

department is managed by the Director of Residential Life and is staffed by residential life professionals who

provide guidance and support to all students.

Each living community on campus is overseen by an Area Director for Residential Life who is responsible for

its overall operation, including staff and resource management, community development, and administrative

functions. The Community Leaders (student staff members) serve as mentors and sources of information to

assist students in making their Colgate experience as fulfilling as possible.

Residential Commons

The Residential Commons program at Colgate seeks to infuse intellectual engagement and community

development into the residential experience. All first and second-year students live in one of four Residential

Commons, each with its own unique personality and characteristics, under the leadership of faculty and staff

directors and affiliated faculty members. Upper-level students maintain an affiliation with their respective

Commons for life, whether formally, by continuing to live within the Residential Commons or its social house,

or informally through mentoring opportunities and participation in events and programs. Through the

Residential Commons program, Residential Life and the Dean of the College Division in partnership with

faculty and the Dean of the Faculty Division, strive to provide students with a home away from home that is

rich with opportunities for intellectual and social engagement and reflects the academic rigor of the

classroom and the sense of belonging students feel across the University.

The residential facilities that comprise each Residential Commons are as follows: Brown Commons:

Andrews, Burke, East, Gate House, and 100 Hamilton Street; Ciccone Commons: Curtis

and Drake; Hancock Commons: Bryan Complex and 113 Broad Street; Dart Colegrove Commons: Pinchin,

Stillman, and West.

Sophomore Residential Seminars

Sophomore Residential Seminars (SRS) are a unique and immersive living-learning experience during the

sophomore year. SRS students have opportunities to build deep academic communities based on common

interests and sustained interactions with SRS faculty members and guest speakers in their living

communities. Students selected for the SRS program live among members of their class and reside together

in a larger Residential Commons, enriching the intellectual engagement within that community. The

capstone experience is a 7-10 day trip in January or May that extends the academic experience out of the

classroom and into the real world.

Theme Housing

One of the attractive features of Residential Life at Colgate is the opportunity to live in small, self-governed

communities in which students have specified scholarly or personal interests. Engagement and experiential

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learning in the community is centered on the theme of the community. Some of these communities have

strong links to academic departments and faculty mentors. Colgate also offers opportunities for small groups

of students interested in living together. All provide students with opportunities for growth, leadership, and

community.

Theme housing offers diverse housing options such as La Casa, Afrikan Diaspora, The Loj, Creative Arts

Society, Interfaith, Pink Haus, and Asia Interest House.

Fraternities and Sororities

The residence halls that house the eight recognized fraternity and sorority chapters are owned by the

University, and their residents are held to the same high standards as students residing in other living units.

Each chapter house is managed by the Office of Residential Life and the Office of Fraternity and Sorority

Advising. Seven of the chapters employ chefs that provide meals to all chapter members. Each chapter has

a chapter meal plan that is a requirement of organizational membership. Juniors and seniors of each

organization are eligible to live in the chapter facility.

University Apartments and Townhouses

Colgate manages and maintains three apartment complexes (Newell, Parker, and University Court) and a

townhouse complex that accommodate juniors and seniors. The units are furnished and have complete

kitchens. While first-year and sophomore students are required to be on a Colgate meal plan, junior and

senior residents, who reside in these apartments, typically do their own cooking, although they are also

welcome to purchase dining hall meal plans.

Meal Plans

First-year and sophomore students are required to be on the most comprehensive meal plan offered.

Juniors and seniors may choose from a variety of meal plan options, or can forego a meal plan altogether.

All meal plans provide flexibility for use in any of the dining facilities, at a wide variety of times.

Off-Campus Housing

Consistent with its four-year approach to residential education, Colgate students are required to live on-

campus for all four years. Colgate does allow a small number, approximately 30% of the senior class, to live

in private off-campus apartments and other housing units. The option to live independently off campus

provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to manage a household, live as part of a

broader community, and to accept the responsibilities attendant to this privilege. The experiences that

students gather through negotiating a lease, paying rent, managing routine expenses, cooking for

themselves, and living among neighbors of varied ages and backgrounds can be invaluable in preparing

them for life after college.

Because the residential campus experience is a core component of Colgate's educational model, the

University limits the number of students allowed to live off campus. Seniors who wish to live off campus

must apply to the Office of Residential Life, which after a conduct eligibility review, will facilitate a lottery

process to determine the recipients of the small number of off-campus spaces available.

University Governance

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The University Governance System

An Academic Affairs Board and a Student Affairs Board, both of which are composed of faculty members,

students, and administrators, participate in the development of policies concerning academic and

extracurricular life. In addition, several liaison committees that report to the faculty and Student Senate act in

an advisory capacity to members of the president's cabinet.

The faculty and the Student Senate may review decisions of the Academic and Student Affairs Boards, hear

regular reports from the liaison committees that affect their principal areas of interest, and also recommend

that the boards and committees act in any area under their jurisdiction.

University Code of Student Conduct

Students at Colgate University accept membership in an academic community dedicated to the pursuit of

intellectual and personal growth. As a liberal arts institution, Colgate seeks to provide opportunities for

students, both inside and outside the classroom, to develop critical thinking, integrity, judgment, a common

experience of learning, and appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity, as well as the social and ethical

values necessary for community life.

Colgate expects that its students will not lie, steal, cheat, or engage in dishonest or unlawful behavior,

including behavior that damages University property, the personal property of another individual, public

property, or any other behavior that inflicts physical or emotional harm on oneself, another person, or the

community. In addition, students will not engage in behaviors that impede other students' opportunity to

learn, or a faculty member's ability to teach, or that interferes with the academic objectives of the University.

Colgate students must abide by all University policies and procedures and comply with directions of

University officials acting in performance of their duties.

The System of University Standards and Student Conduct resolves possible violations of the University

Code of Student Conduct by matriculated or enrolled Colgate students on or off campus. It is not a substitute

for any civil or criminal court proceedings. Students on campus, as well as off campus, are subject to

federal, state, and local laws.

As part of its disciplinary structure, Colgate maintains a University Student Conduct Board composed of

students, faculty members, and administrators. It hears cases involving violations of the University Code of

Student Conduct.

The procedures and rules for student discipline are published in the Colgate Student Handbook.

Academic Honor Code

The Colgate Student Handbook outlines Colgate's standards of academic integrity and the Academic Honor

Code. The handbook defines academic dishonesty and outlines how cases of suspected academic

dishonesty are reported, investigated, and resolved.

Campus Safety

Colgate's Campus Safety department is committed to maintaining the safety and security of the campus

community in a caring, respectful, and professional manner. The team actively builds community with

students on campus while taking seriously its mission to keep students and the campus community safe.

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Campus Safety is always operational, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round, including evenings,

weekends, holidays, and occasions when the University is closed, conducting continuous patrols of campus

buildings and grounds, by vehicle, foot and bicycle. Campus Safety personnel are licensed New York State

security guards; they are not police officers and do not carry weapons. For police, fire and emergency

medical response on and near the campus, Campus Safety works in close partnership with local and

regional first responders, including the Hamilton Village Police, Madison County Sheriff's Office, New York

State Police, Hamilton Fire Department and Southern Madison County Ambulance Corps (SOMAC).

Visit the Campus Safety website for detailed information concerning safety and security services, resources

and programming, including information on Gate cards, ID card access, parking, permitting and vehicle

registration, and personal safety and emergency readiness resources such as: Colgate's Safety

Preparedness Guide (important guidance for a wide range of emergency situations); Colgate ALERT (the

University's mass emergency notification system); and, the Colgate Guardian app (a direct connection to

campus safety, Colgate services, support and resources, anonymous reporting, a safety walk timer, and

more).

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Your Right

to Know)

The Higher Education Act (HEA), as amended in July 2010 by the Higher Education Opportunity Act

(HEOA), specifies campus safety reporting and disclosure requirements. Colgate meets these requirements

by way of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. In compliance with federal requirements mandated by

the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act [20 USC 1092(f)],

the Campus Safety department is responsible for preparing, publishing, and distributing the report by

October 1 of each year for the purpose of disclosing and disseminating certain information regarding

campus safety and security; crime reporting, disclosure, and statistics; fire protection systems and fire

statistics; emergency management; and campus safety and security policies and procedures. Find the

publication at colgate.edu/clery-compliance or request a hard copy from Campus Safety at -315-228-7333.

Colgate submits crime statistics to the U.S. Department of Education through a web-based data collection

system that can be viewed at ope.ed.gov/security.

Emergency Management

Colgate's Emergency Management program is designed to maximize emergency preparedness, fortify

community safety, preserve university property, restore normal operations in the event of an emergency,

and provide responsive communications to all appropriate parties. This program is also intended to ensure

full compliance with applicable local, state, and federal life safety regulations and cooperation with relevant

public agencies charged with disaster control.

The program includes general campus safety advisories; emergency communication systems; locations of

all emergency telephones, automated external defibrillators and aid stations; fire alarm inspection and

testing, Keltron fire alarm supervising station, and the Emergency Response Plan (ERP). The ERP provides

the basic framework for the university's emergency response and incident command. It applies to all units of

the university and may be activated in the event of campus, local, regional, or national emergencies. The

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is composed of cross divisional staff and supports the Incident

Commander (IC) under the direction of the Executive Group (EG) to respond to emergencies.

Environmental Health and Safety

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Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) provides safety and advisory services to the entire campus

community. EHS supports a safe learning, living, and working environment at Colgate University by

promoting health, safety, and environmental protection through the development of comprehensive

programs for training and consultation, risk evaluation and mitigation, emergency response, hazardous

materials management, and regulatory compliance.

EHS is committed to supporting a community where safety is valued and is seamlessly integrated into the

work in our offices, shops, laboratories, and classrooms.

Athletics and Recreation

The Division of Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics offers a stimulating and carefully planned

variety of individual and team activities for the experienced, as well as inexperienced, participant. While

Colgate's varsity teams compete against some of the strongest teams in the nation, the intramural and club

sports programs offer both competitive and noncompetitive recreational and instructional opportunities in

extremely broad-based programs.

The campus governance system, through the Committee on Athletics, provides for faculty and student input

into the varied programs of the Division of Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics. The committee

acts as an advisory body to the director of the division. Committee reports may go on to the Academic

Affairs Board, faculty, or Student Senate.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Scope Colgate is a member of NCAA Division I and proud of its intercollegiate athletic traditions. The

University has played an active and distinguished role in intercollegiate athletics since 1886 and currently

fields teams in the following sports for men and women: basketball, cross country, ice hockey, lacrosse,

rowing, soccer, swimming, tennis, and track and field; football and golf for men; and field hockey, softball,

and volleyball for women. All teams compete in the Patriot League, with the exception of men's and

women's ice hockey, which are members of the Eastern College Athletic Conference, and men's rowing,

which is a member of the International Rowing Association.

Athletics Awards A varsity or a participation award is granted based on the number of years an athlete is a

member of a varsity team.

The division recognizes outstanding scholar athletes through the Patriot League Conference and the

Eastern College Athletic Conference. See also Honors and Awards: Athletics for information about Colgate

awards for scholar athletes.

Athletics Managers Students who enjoy affiliation with sports but are not members of varsity teams can

pursue their interests in athletics by serving as managers.

Other Athletics Activities

Club Sports provide additional opportunities for involvement in sports, many of which are not normally

offered through the intercollegiate varsity program. Competition is generally on a higher level than intramural

sports, yet not as formal or intense as that at the varsity level.

The clubs are headed by student officers, and most are student coached. Although the University subsidizes

these clubs, most require membership dues to help defray costs.

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The following clubs are active at this time: badminton, baseball, women's basketball, curling, cycling,

equestrian (English and Western), fencing, field hockey, figure skating, golf, ice hockey, indoor rock

climbing, juggling, lacrosse, martial arts (aikido, American karate, and tae kwon do), rugby, running, sailing,

ski racing, soccer, squash, swimming, table tennis, tennis, triathlon, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, and water

polo.

Intramural Sports at Colgate have a rich tradition. Many activities are offered throughout the academic

year, ranging from team sports such as, basketball, billiards, broomball, dodgeball, flag football, ice hockey,

indoor soccer, soccer, and softball, to individual or dual activities such as trap shooting and bowling.

In the team sports, round-robin competition is established within leagues, culminating in all-university

championship playoffs for the top teams. In the individual and dual sports, either elimination tournaments or

championship meets determine all-university champions. Fees are charged for bowling and trap shooting.

Informal Recreation Informal "drop-in" recreational time is made available so that students can participate

at their leisure. Except for physical education classes, intercollegiate athletic practice times, and formal

intramural time, most facilities are scheduled for open recreation. Popular activities include basketball, ice

skating, racquetball, squash, swimming, tennis, and fitness training.

Fitness Fitness and wellness programming are in high demand at the state-of-the-art Trudy Fitness Center.

Colgate offers a wide range of group exercise classes for all fitness levels. Group exercise classes are

offered throughout the academic year and are a fun and social way to be physically active. Class offerings

include yoga, indoor cycling, aerobics, Pilates, dance fitness and high intensity interval training. In addition,

Colgate Recreation offers fitness center orientations, workshops on various health and fitness topics and

personal training services. Personal training is a fee-based service and all Colgate Personal Trainers are

certified professionals by an accredited organization.

Outdoor Education The mission of Colgate's Outdoor Education Program is to provide the community with

experiential opportunities that emphasize safety, environmental awareness, and technical skills, while

promoting personal growth and group development through rediscovery of the natural world. Students may

earn physical education credit for participation in outdoor education activities and courses. Outdoor

education courses offered for physical education credit are noncompetitive in nature and are designed to

meet the needs of beginning- and intermediate-level participants. Courses taught include flat and whitewater

kayaking and canoeing; backpacking; Nordic skiing (classical, skate, and telemark); caving; rock, ice, and

tree climbing; snowshoeing; wilderness survival; fly fishing; w

inter and summer camping; geocaching; peak

and day hiking; and backcountry cooking.

The program also includes a selective and intensive leadership staff training program through which student

leaders are taught technical outdoor skills, environmental education, safety awareness, and group facilitation

skills. Staff training consists of classroom time and experiential outings, including camping trips to the

Adirondacks and a Wilderness First Responder medical certification course.

For more information about the Outdoor Education Program and its offerings, see Physical Education.

Athletics Facilities

Abrahamson Tennis Courts

 Eight outdoor courts

Athletics Fields

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 400-meter all-weather track

 Andy Kerr Stadium and Frederick H. Dunlap Stands - varsity football and lacrosse

 Beyer-Small '76 Field

 Football practice fields

 Harry Lang Cross-Country and Fitness Trail

 Hooks Wiltse Field - varsity softball diamond

 Intramural and club fields

 Soccer practice fields

 Tyler's Field - outdoor artificial surface practice and competition field, field hockey and lacrosse

The Beattie Reserve

 85-acre wooded area with a mile-long nature trail for hiking, snowshoeing, and skiing; a 30-foot

diameter yurt with woodstove and outhouse; and an Adirondack-style lean-to for camping, located

near campus on Bonney Road

Class of 1965 Arena

 Steven J. Riggs '65 Rink

 Tighe P. Sullivan '83, P'16, '17, '19 Reception Suite

 Equipment and training rooms

Colgate University Seven Oaks Golf Course

 Practice range

 Robert Trent Jones championship course

Glendening Boathouse

 Home for varsity rowing programs and recreational sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and rowing on

nearby Lake Moraine

Huntington Gymnasium

 Facilities for physical education classes, club and intramural sports, and recreation:

o Angert Family Climbing Wall

o Basketball/volleyball courts

o Group Exercise Studios

o Gymnasium

o Huntington Equipment Services

o Indoor Cycling Studio

o Mark P. Buttitta '74 Varsity Weight Room

o Martial Arts Studio

o Persson Dance Studio

o Sauna

o Squash, handball, and racquetball courts

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Harry H. Lang Cross-Country Course

 Intercollegiate cross-country course for men and women

 10-km cross-country ski trail system

Grace L. Lineberry Natatorium

 An L-shaped, 50-meter, 6-lane pool, with a 50-yard competition area, one- and three-meter diving

stations, and movable bulk-heads that allow the pool to be separated into three teaching areas

Outdoor Education Base Camp

 Classroom and meeting space for outdoor education courses and activities

 Outdoor equipment rental center with an extensive inventory of camping, backpacking, skiing, and

snowshoeing equipment

 Resource library of maps, books, and videos

William A. Reid Athletic Center

 Geyer/Campbell Sports Medicine Center

 Howard Starr Hockey Rink

 Wesley M. Cotterell Court - basketball and volleyball

Charles H. Sanford Field House

 200-meter track

 All-purpose practice surface

 Batting cages

 Doering First Aid Room

 Long- and high-jump areas

 Tennis courts - four indoor

Trap Range

 Trap range and club house facility

Trudy Fitness Center

 A state-of-the-art fitness center available to members of the campus and local community; with

common space for exercise, wellness-related activity, and cardiovascular and strength equipment

ROTC Program

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Students attending Colgate can participate in the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) through a

program administered at Syracuse University. ROTC offers two- to four-year programs with the opportunity

for merit-based scholarships. For more information, call the Syracuse University ROTC program at 315-443-

2462, or view information online at armyrotc.syr.edu.

Graduate Program

Master of Arts in Teaching

Colgate University offers the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree with certification in the fields of

childhood education, English, mathematics, history, and natural science (biology, chemistry, earth science,

or physics). This program is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation for

a period of seven years from April 29, 2022 to April 29, 2029.

Admission

Liberal arts graduates of recognized colleges and universities are eligible to apply for admission to the MAT

program. For information and application forms, prospective candidates for the MAT program should write or

call the Department of Educational Studies, Persson Hall, 315-228-6385. Applicants should submit materials

to the Director of Teacher Preparation.

The application deadline is February 1 for fall and November 1 for spring. Reporting Graduate Record

Examination scores is optional. An interview is usually required.

All persons admitted to graduate studies at Colgate must present health and immunization records to the

director of Student Health Services before beginning coursework.

Program Completion

Requirements for the MAT degree at Colgate must be completed within five years of matriculating in the

program of study. Students who do not complete the program within the five-year time limit must submit a

petition for readmission to the chair of the educational studies department.

Students will be readmitted only if resources are available to accommodate their program interests. Tuition

charges which are current at the time of readmission will apply to all readmitted students.

Further details regarding program completion are outlined in the Graduate Studies Manual available from

the educational studies department or from the office of the associate dean of the faculty.

Special Graduate Student Status

Any person with a bachelor's degree may apply for special graduate student status in order to take

additional undergraduate or graduate courses. This status does not lead directly to a degree from Colgate.

Admission is authorized by the associate dean of the faculty.

Graduate Student Conduct

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Except as specified to the contrary or as context may require otherwise, Colgate University graduate

students are subject to all University policies and procedures pertaining to student conduct, including without

limitation those listed below, as well as the substantive and procedural provisions of the System of

University Standards and Student Conduct.

 Academic Honor Code

 Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities

 Policy on Public Order

 Policy on Hazing

 Policy on Alcohol and Drugs

 Policy on Equal Opportunity, Nondiscrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Other Forms of

Harassment

 Policy on Unrecognized Organizations

 Policy on Medical Leave of Absence

 Policy for Student Presence on Campus While Separated from Colgate

 Policy Governing the Scheduling of Parties

 Policy on Campus Solicitation and Concessions

 Policy on Use of Colgate Vehicles

 Policy on Smoking

 Policy on Advertising

 Computing Policy

 Guest Policy

 Fire Safety Regulations

Information on these and other applicable policies and procedures can be found in the Colgate University

Student Handbook.

Tuition and Fees

Graduate students are charged tuition per the number of registered courses each term. MAT graduate

students receive a Colgate grant for 80% of their tuition charge.

There is an annual student activity fee for matriculated students enrolled in two or more courses. In addition,

a one-time transcript fee is assessed for students attending Colgate for the first time. Health and accident

insurance is required. See Charges and Insurance.

For information about interruptions in the standard enrollment pattern, see Leave of Absence Fees and

Deposits.

Payment of Bills

See Billing Schedule and Payment of Bills.

Refunds of Tuition and Fees

See Refund Policy.

Financial Assistance

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Financial aid is available for students accepted into the MAT program. See the Financial Aid page for

details.

Transfer Credit

A maximum of two courses of graduate credit may be transferred from another institution. These credits will

be applied toward the satisfaction of the degree requirements only if relevant to the approved plan of study

and the grade is B or better. Requests for transfer credit should be made to the program director at the time

of application to a program.

Additional Opportunities for Graduate Students

Graduate students are sometimes able to assist in science laboratories or assist with Colgate's athletic

teams.

Any graduate student who is able to live on campus during the fall and spring terms is eligible to be

considered as a community leader. Interviews for community leaders are held in February for the following

fall term.

Some of these opportunities require an extension of the program length and others require special

scheduling. Applicants who wish to pursue any of these options should indicate interest at the time of

application.

Employment Service for Graduates

Colgate University maintains a career planning and placement service for all of its graduates. (See Career

Services and Postgraduate Planning for a full description.) In addition, the educational studies department

maintains close contact with local and regional schools for job opportunities. Employment prospects for

students who complete the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program continue to be strong.

MAT Curriculum and Degree Requirements

The MAT program provides advanced coursework in a selected discipline and in education, leading to

secondary school teaching certification. In keeping with the character of our educational studies department,

this program emphasizes that what and how we teach in public schools is connected with the struggle for

global peace and social and environmental sustainability and justice. Subject areas in which certification is

offered include childhood education, English, mathematics, history, and natural science (biology, chemistry,

earth science, or physics). The program is based on the premise that a prospective teacher should have a

liberal education, thorough knowledge of his or her chosen discipline, a mastery of educational theory and

practice, and a complex understanding of social institutions. A prospective teacher also needs habits of mind

that include a willingness to move beyond personal comfort, and a desire to be challenged in all aspects of

learning. MAT students work closely with departments to integrate increased knowledge in their disciplines

with field experience in education which includes significant observation time and a full term of student

teaching.

To receive the MAT degree, students complete between four and eight courses in educational studies, and

at least three courses in their major depending on previous experience and coursework, a special project or

thesis, and workshops on child abuse and violence prevention. A minimum of 7.5 credits are required for this

degree. Fingerprinting is also required by the State of New York. Students who are already certified at the

secondary level may substitute two other education courses.

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MAT students should enroll in educational studies courses at the 500 level. (See Educational Studies.)

Courses taken by MAT students for degree credit in their disciplines of specialization will be assigned 500-

level numbers consecutively beginning with 591.

For each undergraduate course taken toward the MAT degree, a student must submit a Graduate Credit

Agreement form prior to registration. This form is available online or from the registrar's office.

To be admitted to the program, a student must have a strong academic background relevant to their area of

certification, usually the equivalent of an undergraduate major. A background in the social, cultural, and

developmental foundations of education is also desirable, but this background can be acquired in the

program. In addition, two semesters of a foreign language or the equivalent is recommended. These

courses may be transferred from another institution and must be approved by the educational studies

department. Alternatively, the prerequisite courses may be part of the degree program.

Academic Standards

Students must maintain a grade point average of B to continue in good standing as master's degree

candidates. To qualify for a degree, a student must earn a minimum B– average in all content- and

pedagogy-related courses. In the various teaching degree programs, one-half of the work is typically done in

an area of specialization, and a student must receive a grade of B– or higher in the courses in the area of

specialization and in education courses.

Degrees "with distinction" are awarded to students who maintain an A– average in both the areas of

specialization and education courses, and whose special projects or theses are considered by the thesis

and special project supervisor to be of high quality.

MAT Requirements in Academic Fields

Each MAT candidate is normally required to take a minimum of three classes in their chosen academic field,

consulting with their advisers both in the educational studies department and in the field of specialization to

select appropriate courses that meet State of New York certification requirements.

Masters of Arts in an Academic Subject

Programs leading to the Master of Arts (MA) degree can occasionally be arranged in English, geology,

philosophy, psychology, and religion. Candidates for the MA degree typically register for advanced

undergraduate courses and seminars, with extra assignments for graduate credit. Graduate-level

independent study courses are arranged with faculty in appropriate departments.

Except as noted below, all requirements and policies for MA candidates are identical to those for MAT

candidates. Please refer to the MAT policies described above.

Admission

Candidates for admission to MA programs should write directly to the department of interest and should

submit applications to the chair of the appropriate department.

Degree Requirements

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To earn the MA degree, a candidate must successfully complete a minimum of seven courses approved for

graduate credit, write a thesis, and pass an oral examination on the thesis.

Program Completion

Requirements for the MA degree must be completed within five years of matriculating in the program of

study. Students who do not complete the program within the five-year limit must submit a petition for

readmission to the associate dean of the faculty.

Financial Assistance

Is available for US citizens or permanent residents through the Federal Direct loan program. Financial aid

applicants must submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). No institutional grant aid is

available.

Liberal Arts Core Curriculum

Director Kaimal

As the heart of Colgate's academic program, the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum (LACC) is a common

intellectual project for the University, exposing students to diverse fields of study and modes of intellectual

and creative inquiry across the curriculum and furthering Colgate's commitment to diversity, equity, and

inclusion.

A great institution is a diverse institution. To foster deep understanding in a complex, rapidly changing world

with a diversity of peoples and perspectives, this curriculum asks students and faculty to grapple with

questions that shape knowledge, experience, and practice across time and space as well as across

divisional and disciplinary boundaries. As a liberal arts college, Colgate strives to convey to students the

value of a variety of skills and a willingness to examine one's own experience and conditions from a variety

of perspectives as well as to learn of contexts different from one's own. Through these practices, this Core

encourages lifelong learning, thoughtful citizenship, and inclusivity.

First-Year Seminars and the Living and Learning

Workshop

Director Karn

First-year students must enroll in an FSEM and the Living and Learning Workshop. The FSEM course may

be drawn from many parts of the academic curriculum, including Core Component courses and entry-level

courses in departments or programs. FSEMs that are departmental or program courses may carry any of the

Area of Inquiry tags or Liberal Arts Practices tags except for the Process of Writing.

First-year seminars (FSEMs) and the Living and Learning Workshop are designed to introduce students to a

variety of liberal arts topics, skills, and ways of learning. These include academic integrity, effective writing

practices, information literacy, and institutional resources available to support intellectual engagement,

personal growth, and well-being. The FSEM program emphasizes all aspects of the learning process, both

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in and out of the traditional classroom setting. Each FSEM cohort connects directly with one of the living and

learning communities that constitute the Residential Commons program. The merging of the FSEM course,

the Living and Learning Workshop, and the Residential Commons community provides a unique and

focused opportunity for students to obtain a breadth of college-level experience and academic perspectives

in a supportive environment. FSEM courses will normally earn credit within the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum

as one of the Core Components, Liberal Arts Practices, or Areas of Inquiry.

The Living and Learning Workshop curriculum is developed as a partnership between staff and faculty.

Individual workshops will address pressing social and student-life issues such as diversity, equity, and

inclusivity, sexual violence, drug and alcohol abuse, mental and physical well-being, and civic engagement.

Workshop meetings will also encourage academic and career preparation with a focus on fundamental

research skills, effective writing, and career exploration.

The Components:

Foundational to Colgate's Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, the three components together embody the goals of

a liberal arts education. They encourage students to call assumptions into question, to push beyond the

limits of their experience, and to examine structures and systems in which we operate. These courses are

expected to be challenging. They stand outside departments and programs, asking students and faculty to

move across disciplinary boundaries.

1. Core Communities

Director Ballvé

Core Communities courses foreground multidisciplinary engagement with the historical and

contemporary factors influencing peoples' experiences of living in community. Courses in this

component ask students to examine community dynamics across time and space. Each course in

this component addresses the ways in which peoples' lives unfold in social and material worlds that

have been shaped and reshaped by global, transregional, and historical phenomena, such as

slavery, colonialism, capitalism, industrialization, and new technologies. These courses also

recognize that the gains and losses catalyzed by such forces are not equally shared; rather,

communities are marked by legacies of difference. Core Communities courses emphasize three

pedagogical goals:

 Gain academic and empathetic understanding of the experience of people in communities that may

be different from one's own

 Understand the cultural, ethical, economic, and political significance of living in community

 Explain dynamics of power that shape patterns of inclusion and exclusion within a community, with

attention to the histories and contemporary implications of those patterns

The communities explored in this component take a variety of shapes. They may be: 1) nations and

societies, 2) geographic regions, 3) historical communities, 4) transregional or transnational

communities, 5) communities of practice, or 6) communities emerging through things, technologies,

or markets.

2. Core Conversations

Director Worley

Conversation is central to Colgate's educational mission. Conversation requires active listening –

paying attention to what others say and how they say it. Conversation equally requires actively

responding to others – opening one's mind to theirs through the expression of one's own thoughts

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and feelings. Conversation thus presupposes mutual respect, whether with someone in the room or

someone hundreds of years in the past, and it knits its participants into a community. Engaging with

a book, film, song, or other form of creative expression is also a conversation, in which people open

themselves to what the work has to say and in exchange have a say in the work's legacy.

This course employs a set of five common texts – selected by the faculty teaching the course – to

promote wide-ranging conversations, anchored in the past and directed toward the present. Core

Conversations defines the term "text" expansively, not limiting it to written work but encompassing

diverse modes of intellectual and creative expression. As such, the common texts for this course

are drawn

 from multiple disciplines,

 from pre-modern and modern worlds,

 and from Western and non-Western cultures.

Instructors are encouraged to add other materials in order to enhance the themes of the course.

3. Core Sciences

Director Van Wynsberghe

The present world has been fundamentally shaped by the products of the scientific endeavor, from

the nearly instant connectivity of the globe to our ability to fight pandemics at the genetic level. A

scientifically literate populace is needed in order to address many of our most important issues. For

such literacy, it is necessary to understand the processes and practices behind the development of

scientific knowledge. The courses in Core Sciences are designed to explore the complexities of

creating scientific knowledge and applying it to broader contexts in wide-ranging ways. As these

courses explore the cultural and social impacts of science, they also consider forces that influence

the production, application or reception of scientific knowledge. Thus, Core Sciences courses are

unified around two common goals:

 understanding the scientific process and the nature of scientific knowledge

 connecting science to society – in discussions of the broader impacts of science, instructors should

address histories, inequities, or social differences within the frame of the course topic

Core Sciences courses engage students in the scientific process, with a focus on helping them

develop an understanding of the ways that observations and experiments lead to empirically based

theories about physical, human, technological, and natural worlds. Component courses offer many

pathways for students to explore the nature of scientific knowledge.

The Liberal Arts Practices

Director Chianese

A liberal arts education is designed to free the mind to think critically and independently, abilities which are

developed through exposure to a wide range of subjects and ideas. Courses fulfilling Liberal Arts Practices

requirements develop important skills and competencies: comprehending action that matters in the face of

urgent world questions, attention to the process of writing, familiarity with quantitative and algorithmic

reasoning, insight into the ways languages work, and the capacity to practice and interpret visual, literary,

and performing arts.

Courses tagged with a Liberal Arts Practice belong to specific departments or programs, may be taught at

any level, and may count toward a student's major or minor.

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Liberal Arts Practices can be completed via transfer credit, pursuant to Colgate's other transfer credit

policies. However, these courses play an integral part of the guided development that takes place during a

college education. As such, they cannot be exempted based on placement procedures or demonstrated

proficiency. The Liberal Arts Practices cannot be fulfilled by Advanced Placement credits or other pre-

matriculation credit. Neither can these requirements be fulfilled by courses taken during a winter/January

intersession term, unless under exceptional circumstances and with permission of the department chair,

division director, and associate dean of the faculty.

Courses can carry up to two tags from the five Liberal Arts Practices. Tags apply to courses, regardless of

the individual instructors teaching sections. Syllabi for tagged courses will include one or two sentences

explaining how the course fulfills the goals of the designated Liberal Arts Practice. The approval of Liberal

Arts Practice tags will be overseen by the relevant Department Chair or Program Director, Division Director,

and the Curriculum Committee.

a. Confronting Collective Challenges

Courses in this Practice are devoted to studying and addressing urgent, highly complex problems

that call for purposeful, collective action. Confronting Collective Challenges courses provide durable

ways of looking at large-scale challenges while teaching students to become open-minded problem-

solvers capable of taking action in the world around them. Topics include social inequity and

inequality; climate change; systemic and structural racism; disinformation; the challenge to

democratic norms, institutions, and practices; the rise of authoritarianism; immigration and

statelessness; and environmental degradation. Issues studied may span multiple geographies,

nations, species, and nonhuman phenomena.

b. The Process of Writing

The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is a critical part of every liberal arts education,

transcending individual disciplines. Writing is a skill developed over the course of a lifetime, and it

takes many forms, depending on purpose and audience. For that reason, this curriculum entails a

focus on writing in both the First-Year Seminar and also in another class later in a student's Colgate

career. Process of Writing courses are offered in many departments in addition to the Department of

Writing and Rhetoric. All courses that count toward the Process of Writing Practice emphasize the

iterative nature of composition, the importance of revision, and the value of clear communication

beyond the standard rules of grammar and mechanics.

c. Quantitative and Algorithmic Reasoning

It is essential that each student be able to understand, interpret, and apply algorithmic or quantitative

methods. Quantitative and algorithmic reasoning form the basis of knowledge in a variety of

departments and programs across Colgate's academic divisions. Quantitative and Algorithmic

Reasoning courses emphasize themes such as how numerical evidence can facilitate the analysis of

a problem; how to locate, collect, or interpret quantitative data; how to recognize the limitations of

particular algorithmic or quantitative methods; or how to communicate algorithmic or quantitative

arguments.

d. Language Study

The experience of being introduced to a different way of ordering ideas through language and the

ability to communicate in another language are key ways of bridging difference. College language

courses help students learn new languages and encounter new cultures. Even students who enter

Colgate conversant in more than one language can benefit from such courses, either by studying

that language at an advanced level, a new language at the introductory level, or a language course

that develops literacies in a heritage language.

The requirement cannot be satisfied by demonstrating proficiency or fluency in a second language.

e. Artistic Practice and Interpretation

The study of the arts, whether through practice or interpretation, exposes students to unique

pedagogies and learning experiences, and enhances their understanding of the diverse modes of

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creative expression. This engagement not only deepens students' appreciation for the arts, but also

has the potential to nurture their creativity and increase their openness to experimentation, risk

taking, and innovation.

To fulfill this requirement, students must complete one course that emphasizes either applied or

interpretative artistic methodologies, practices, and theories. Courses in studio art, creative writing,

music, theater, dance, or the interpretation of literature, poetry, art, film or other creative or artistic

media may fulfill this requirement.

Areas of Inquiry

Students achieve greater breadth of knowledge by taking courses in each of the University's three

predominant areas of intellectual inquiry. These courses expose students to disciplinary modes of thinking

and the opportunity to discover their majors, minors, and unexpected passions in new fields of study.

Courses offered by interdisciplinary programs in the University Studies Division are included in these Areas

of Inquiry.

Areas of Inquiry can be completed via transfer credit, pursuant to Colgate's other transfer credit policies.

However, these courses play an integral part of the guided development that takes place during a college

education. As such, they cannot be exempted based on placement procedures or demonstrated proficiency.

The Areas of Inquiry cannot be fulfilled by Advanced Placement credits or other pre-matriculation credit.

Neither can these requirements be fulfilled by courses taken during a winter/January intersession term,

unless under exceptional circumstances and with permission of the department chair, division director, and

associate dean of the faculty.

Most courses will carry a tag for one of the Areas of Inquiry.

a. Human Thought and Expression

Courses in this area develop an understanding of what it means to be human: they focus on cultural

and intellectual expressions throughout time.

b. Natural Science and Mathematics

Courses in this area apply theoretical and empirical methods to the study of living organisms, the

physical world, and abstract and practical mathematics.

c. Social Relations, Institutions, and Agents

Courses in this area expose students to the study of social order and human behavior in societies of

the past and present.

Physical Education and Wellness

The Division of Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics (PERA) offers a variety of programs and

courses addressing students' physical, mental, social, and environmental well-being. These include

programs and courses such as dance, outdoor education, volunteerism, and varsity and club-level athletics,

and five-week courses in health, fitness, positive sexuality, and stress management.

Participation in approved extracurricular activities may earn up to one unit per activity. Students are required

to complete two units. These do not carry academic credit. The Physical Education and Wellness

requirement may be completed during any year, but students are encouraged to complete at least one credit

by the end of the second year. Varsity athletes may earn one unit for every full year of team participation.

Further information regarding the Physical Education and Wellness requirement is available on Colgate's

Physical Education web pages.

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Distinction Seminar in the Liberal Arts Core

Director Chianese

Taught by two instructors, normally from different divisions, to students from a range of majors and minors,

Distinction courses are transdisciplinary. They provide students and faculty with opportunities to consider

topics and ideas from multiple vantage points and to engage in dialogue across disciplines. Throughout the

course, the instructors model transdisciplinary exchange and thoughtful consideration of different

perspectives. Choice of course content is open to the team of instructors. Each instructor participates fully

throughout the term.

Admission to the seminar is by application. The team of instructors will review the applications and select up

to 15 seniors from any major. Students with an overall grade point average of 3.33 (B+) or higher GPA are

eligible to apply. To earn Distinction in the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, students must earn an A- or better

in the Core Distinction Seminar and achieve an overall grade point average of 3.33 or better at the time of

graduation.

Awards

The Liberal Arts Core Curriculum Prizes — awarded by the program to the authors of the best

papers/projects done by a student in each of the components of the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, as

determined by a faculty committee. The winning papers/projects are evaluated on their scholarship,

originality, and excellence.

Division of Arts and Humanities

Director L. Schwarzer

The Arts and Humanities division supervises students considering a topical major if they wish to focus their

studies in interdisciplinary areas not encompassed by approved majors. A student must first discuss a

possible program of study with an appropriate Arts and Humanities faculty adviser. Then, with guidance from

the adviser, the student provides the division director with the proposed program and a rationale for this

program at least one month prior to registering for the student’s fifth term at Colgate.

Major Requirements: The major must include a minimum of nine courses that closely relate to a common

theme and are complementary; a maximum of two of these courses may be counted toward another major.

Please note that five of the nine courses must be departmental courses, taught by members of the Arts and

Humanities faculty. Four of the courses counted toward the topical major must be at the 300- or 400- level.

Students must produce a capstone 400-level research project; this is normally fulfilled by enrolling in a

course offered by an Arts and Humanities department, or as an independent study taken with an Arts and

Humanities faculty member and approved by the faculty adviser and division director.

All courses in the Division of Arts and Humanities count towards the Human Thought and Expression area of

inquiry requirement.

The Division of Arts and Humanities offers one topical major and houses the departments/programs listed

below:

Division of Arts and Humanities

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Arts and Humanities Topical Major

Director L. Schwarzer

Students who wish to focus their studies in disciplinary or interdisciplinary areas not encompassed by a

single department in the arts and humanities may pursue a topical major in the division. Normally a minimum

of 9 courses are required for the topical major, at least 7 of which must be from departments within the

Division of Arts and Humanities. In order to qualify for this major, a student must provide the division director

with a proposed program of study and a rationale for this program during the spring term of the sophomore

year. No proposal for a topical major will receive approval after the second month of the student's fifth term.

Customarily, the major is available for students who wish to devote special attention to studies such as

comparative literature or some combination of creative arts, such as music and fine arts, or drama, literature,

and stage design. Students majoring in this topical area will, in the last term, write a substantial integrating

paper as an independent study; one course credit is earned for this senior project. Students interested in

such a major program are strongly urged to discuss their proposed plans of study with appropriate academic

advisers and with the division director well in advance of the deadline specified above.

All courses in the Division of Arts and Humanities count towards the Human Thought and Expression area of

inquiry requirement.

For more information about the division, honors/high honors, transfer credit, etc., visit the Division of Arts

and Humanities page.

Art

Faculty

Professors Godfrey, Kaimal, Marlowe (Chair), McVaugh, Schwarzer, Stephenson

Associate Professors Guile, Haughwout, Luthra

Assistant Professors Cui, Hatton

Visiting Assistant Professors Boate, Lodhie

The Department of Art offers courses of study in the history, theory, and practice of the visual arts for the

general liberal arts student as well as the art history or studio art major.

Art History The department offers more than 20 courses that trace the visual arts from antiquity to the

present day. Classroom lectures are supplemented by visits to museums in the area and in New York City,

as well as Colgate's Clifford Gallery, Picker Art Gallery, and Longyear Museum of Anthropology. In this way,

students increase their understanding of the visual arts as expressions of fundamental cultural values.

Studio Art Courses explore creative modes of expression and problem solving while gaining familiarity with

contemporary issues in visual art. The curriculum supports a variety of mediums including digital art,

drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video art at the introductory and advanced

levels. Studio arts courses are enriched by an ongoing series of visiting artists' lectures, exhibitions, and

screenings as well as regular visits to New York City galleries, museums, and artists' studios.

Effective spring 2024, departmental subject codes will be adjusted to reflect the various topics offered. The

ARTS subject code will be reserved for studio arts courses. Art History courses will have the subject code of

ARTH and architecture courses will have the subject code of ARCH.

Departmental Exhibitions, Lectures and Screenings

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The Clifford Gallery is a teaching gallery featuring four to six exhibitions a year. Exhibitions are selected by

the art and art history faculty to explore issues central to the academic curriculum, with the primary focus

on professional work by contemporary artists. These artists are often featured in the weekly public lecture

series described below. The Clifford Gallery is open to the entire community and contributes to the cultural

life of the central New York area.

The Department of Art Lecture Series Lectures take place throughout the semester in Little Hall's Golden

Auditorium. The series features presentations by studio artists, art historians, and critics, and serves as an

arena for discussion of a wide range of subjects relevant to the study of the visual arts. Recent participants

have included art historians and practicing sculptors, painters, film and video makers, printmakers,

photographers, architects, and artists working in digital art and performance. The series is required as part

of the curriculum and is open to the community. It also serves as a venue for welcoming Colgate graduates

back to discuss their work in the visual arts and architecture.

The Alternative Cinema Series takes place weekly on Tuesday evenings. Tied to the film and video art

curriculum, this series is programmed to include films and videos ranging from "classic" cinema to the

current avant-garde. Each semester several film/video makers, historians, or curators visit campus and

present work in person.

Honors and High Honors

After completing ARTS 475 - Senior Project: Art History or ARTS 406 - Senior Project: Studio Art in the fall

semester, students have the opportunity to apply to continue their project in the spring semester as an

independent study, ARTS 499 - Senior Project Intensive in Studio Art or Art History. Some projects

completed in ARTS 499 may be nominated for honors at the end of the spring semester. The award of

honors is dependent on departmental evaluation.

GPA Requirements: Honors — 3.20 in courses within the department; High Honors — 3.70 in courses

within the department.

Awards

The Fitchen Award for Excellence in Art and Art History — awarded by the department to an

outstanding major.

The Harriette Wagner Memorial Award — established in 2004 by Professor Joseph Wagner, created in

memory of Harriette Zeppinick Wagner. The award will be given annually to the senior major whose work

exemplifies the way visual arts enrich the spirit and express the dignity of human beings.

Transfer Credit

The department allows two courses to be transferred for credit toward the major, with prior approval of the

courses by the department. No seminar taken outside Colgate or outside the art department will fulfill the

seminar requirement within the art history major.

Study Groups

Students are encouraged to participate in study groups; they may not schedule off-campus study during the

senior year. For information, see Off-Campus Study.

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Architecture Minor

The Architecture minor offers a program of study in which our undergraduates can become more adept at

understanding the power of the built environment to shape lives and embody societal values.

Minor Requirements

The minor includes a minimum of six courses as follows.

Introductory Course

 ARTS 105 - Introduction to Architecture in Cultural Context

Four Courses

Students may apply to the Architectural Studies Minor Coordinator for permission to integrate one course

from outside the ARTS department into their minor concentration, as a substitute for one of the following

requirements.

At least two courses must be focused on the history and theory of architecture from the following:

 ARTS 220 - Early Modern European Architecture

 ARTS 244 - Housing the Sacred in Ancient India

 ARTS 273 - Architecture of Art Museums

 ARTS 275 - American Campus Architecture

 ARTS 277 - Modern Architecture 1880-1970

 ARTS 344 - Hindu Temples: Architecture and Sculpture, Architecture as Sculpture

 ARTS 350 - Art and the Goddess

 ARTS 357 - Storytelling Without Words

No more than two of the four courses may be drawn from those focused on architecture and its

interaction with other arts and cultural forms:

 ARTS 207 - Roman Art

 ARTS 245 - Palaces and Paintings of India

 ARTS 360 - Borderlands

 ARTS 363 - War and Plunder

Electives

Complete at least one course from the following:

 ARTS 211 - Drawing

 ARTS 263 - Sculpture: Surface and Form

 ARTS 264 - Sculpture: Material & Process

 ARTS 271 - Architectural Design I

 ARTS 274 - Sustainability in Architectural Design

 ARTS 312 - Advanced Drawing

Graduate Study Recommendations

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Students anticipating graduate work in architecture should be aware that liberal arts experience is highly

valued by the best graduate schools. To prepare for graduate work in architecture, students should take

PHYS 105 or PHYS 111 and one semester of calculus. Experience in studio courses, especially drawing

(ARTS 211), sculpture (ARTS 263 or ARTS 264), is extremely valuable in the preparation of a graduate

portfolio. The study of historical architecture and the ways in which architecture connects to society is

promoted in many art courses such as ARTS 207, ARTS 216, ARTS 220, ARTS 226, ARTS 275, ARTS 277,

ARTS 344, and ARTS 360. Students interested in careers in architecture should contact the architecture

adviser.

Art and Art History Major, Art History Emphasis

Major Requirements

A student who completes the major requirements earns a degree in art and art history.

Required Courses

 Five ARTS classes (art history) at the 100, 200, or 300 levels. Maximum one at the 100 level. At

least one at the 300 level. Non-studio ARTS (architecture) classes may also count toward these

(ARTS 105, ARTS 220, ARTS 244, ARTS 245, ARTS 273, ARTS 275, ARTS 277, etc.).

 Two ARTS classes (studio art)

 Two electives: any choice or combination of additional art history courses, studio courses, transfer

credits in art history, studio art or architecture from an approved university/study abroad program.

An additional option for the electives is one or two courses from another Colgate department. In

order for extra-departmental Colgate courses to count as an art history elective, the student must a)

demonstrate the relevance of the course(s) to their learning trajectory in art history; b) obtain prior

approval from their adviser and the department chair; and c) take the course(s) prior to their senior

year.

 ARTS 475 - Senior Project: Art History, to be taken in the fall of the senior year.

 ARTS 499 - Senior Project Intensive may be taken as an optional eleventh class in the major.

GPA Requirement

A GPA of C (2.00) in combined studio courses and art history courses is required of all majors. Only one

course below a C– will be accepted for the major.

Art and Art History Major, Studio Arts Emphasis

Major Requirements

The requirements for the major are as follows:

 Four ARTS (studio art) courses:

o One or two at the 100 level, at least one of which is to be taken prior to ARTS 375

o Two or three at the 200 or 300 level, at least two of which are to be taken prior to ARTS

375

 Two ARTS (art history) courses

 Two Electives: any choice or combination of additional art history courses, studio courses, transfer

credits in art history, studio art or architecture from an approved university/ study abroad program.

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An additional option for the electives is one or two courses from another Colgate department. In

order for extra-departmental Colgate courses to count as a studio elective, the student must a)

demonstrate the relevance of the course(s) to their learning trajectory in studio art; b) obtain prior

approval from their adviser and the department chair; and c) take the course(s) prior to their senior

year.

 ARTS 375 - Advanced Projects in Studio Art (Prerequisites: one 100-level studio arts course and

two 200- or 300-level studio arts courses). To be taken prior to senior year.

 ARTS 406 - Senior Project: Studio Art (Prerequisite: ARTS 375). To be taken in the fall of the

senior year

GPA Requirement

A GPA of C (2.00) in combined studio courses and art history courses is required of all majors. Only one

course below a C– will be accepted for the major.

Art and Art History Minor

Minor Requirements

Any five courses in arts, art history or architecture. A maximum of one 100-level arts and one 100-level art

history or architecture course may count toward the minor. No independent studies courses may be counted

toward fulfillment of requirements for the Art and Art History minor.

The Classics

Faculty

Professors R. Ammerman

Associate Professors Benson, Rood (Chair), Stull

Assistant Professors Tober

Visiting Assistant Professor Owens, Wash

The Department of the Classics offers a multifaceted approach to the ancient Greek and Roman world, with

courses not only in language and literature but also history, art, archaeology, religion, politics, philosophy,

and anthropology. Students may pursue a major in Latin, Greek, the classics, or classical studies. Majors in

Latin, Greek, or the classics make language and literature their main focus; majors in classical studies give

less emphasis to the languages but acquire a broad understanding of different aspects of ancient

civilization. Recent graduates from the Department of the Classics are pursuing diverse careers in fields

such as law, medicine, advertising, computer science, and education. Many, too, have gone on to do

graduate work in classics or related disciplines.

CLAS 221, CLAS 222, CLAS 230, CLAS 234, CLAS 235, CLAS 236, and CLAS 237 require no knowledge

of Greek or Latin language. These courses are open to all students, but are subject to limitations in

enrollment set by the instructor.

Major Programs in the Classics

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There are four possible majors in the classics: Greek, Latin, the classics, and classical studies. All majors

require a minimum of eight courses within the department but vary in the amount and level of language

study required. In addition, all majors require the senior seminar (CLAS 401), taken in the fall of senior year.

Awards

The Newton Lloyd Andrews Prize — established in memory of Newton Lloyd Andrews, a member of the

class of 1862, to support the study of the art and monuments of ancient Greece and Italy, Gothic

architecture, or Renaissance painting.

The J. Curtiss Austin Latin Prize — established as a memorial to Dr. J. Curtiss Austin in honor of his 40

years on the Colgate faculty, and awarded by the Department of the Classics to the student whose

performance in Latin has been the most outstanding.

The Award for Excellence — awarded annually to that first-year or sophomore student who shows the best

promise in a course in Latin or Greek and who achieves the best record among his/her peers in Latin or

Greek.

The Baldwin Greek Prize — established for the sophomore class for the examination in writing upon some

author, or work of an author, read by the class. No student may compete unless his/her standing in all

departments averages at least B (3.00). The award is made by a committee not associated with the

university.

Advanced Placement and Transfer Credit

To evaluate a student's qualifications for advanced placement, the department requires the submission of an

Advanced Placement Examination in Latin. Students who submit a grade of 4 or 5 and complete LATN

201 or a higher-level course in Latin will receive one credit for LATN 122 for the AP examination that may

count toward a major in the department.

Transfer credit for a major is granted for courses comparable to those required for the classics major at

Colgate on an individual basis. Evidence of course content may be required.

Honors and High Honors

The minimum departmental GPA required for honors in the classics, classical studies, Greek, or Latin is

3.50; for high honors 3.80. In addition, successful completion of an honors thesis and an oral examination is

required. Honors candidates usually take CLAS 490, GREK 490 or LATN 490 in the fall of their senior year

while writing their theses. Proposals for theses should be prepared in the spring of the junior year in

consultation with the thesis adviser. Theses are then revised during the first half of the spring semester of

the senior year and defended in April.

Extended Studies

Greece

The department offers students who are enrolled in GREK 121 or who have completed GREK 122 (or

higher), an opportunity to explore the material culture of Greece through a course that culminates in a three-

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week trip to Greece in May. For further information, see the course descriptions for CLAS 251 and consult

with a faculty member in the department.

Rome and Pompeii

The department offers students who are enrolled in LATN 122, or have completed LATN 122 (or higher), an

opportunity to explore the material culture of Rome and Pompeii through a course that culminates in a three-

week trip to Italy in May. For further information, consult with a faculty member in the department.

Sicily and Southern Italy

The department offers students who are enrolled in, or have completed, GREK 121 or LATN 122 (or higher),

an opportunity to explore the material culture of Sicily and Southern Italy through a course that culminates in

a three-week trip to Italy in which students participate in excavations at the Graeco-Roman site of Paestum

in May. For further information, see the course descriptions of CLAS 253 and CLAS 253E and consult with a

faculty member in the department.

The Venice Study Group

The Venice Study Group offers majors who have had one or more years of Latin or Greek at Colgate the

opportunity to explore sites and monuments of the classical world. The archaeology of Italy forms a major

component of this interdisciplinary study group. For further information, see Off-Campus Study.

Classical Studies in Rome

The department is a member institution of the Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies in Rome, which

offers a full schedule of classics- and archaeology-related courses each fall and spring. For further

information, consult with a member of the department.

Classical Studies Major

Major Requirements

The specific requirements for the Classical Studies major are:

 four courses in Latin or four courses in Greek,

 four additional courses in the department (or outside the department with departmental approval)

 CLAS 401 - Senior Seminar in the Classics

GPA Requirement

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No departmental course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the

minimum GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C). All departmental courses taken are

used to calculate the major GPA for classical studies.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the The

Classics department page.

Classics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Classics department catalog page.

Greek Major

Major Requirements

The specific requirements for the Greek major are:

 CLAS 401 - Senior Seminar in the Classics

 Eight courses in Greek, with a least four courses at the 300 level or higher

GPA Requirement

No departmental course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the

minimum GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C). All Greek courses taken and CLAS

401 are used to calculate the major GPA for Greek.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the The

Classics department page.

Classics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Classics department catalog page.

Latin Major

Major Requirements

The specific requirements for the Latin major are:

 CLAS 401 - Senior Seminar in the Classics

 Eight courses in Latin, with at least four courses at the 300 level or higher

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Latin majors are encouraged to take at least one 400-level Latin seminar, and those intending to

pursue graduate study should do so by the fall of their senior year.

GPA Requirement

No departmental course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the

minimum GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C). All Latin courses taken and CLAS

401 are used to calculate the major GPA for Latin.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the The

Classics department page.

Classics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Classics department catalog page.

The Classics Major

Major Requirements

The specific requirements for The Classics major are:

 CLAS 401 - Senior Seminar in the Classics

 Eight courses in Greek and Latin, at least six of which must be at the 300 level or higher

 Students must demonstrate proficiency in both languages by taking at least two 300-level courses

in each language.

Majors in the Classics are encouraged to take at least two CLAS courses.

Majors are also encouraged to take at least one 400-level Latin seminar, and those intending to

pursue graduate study should do so by the fall of their senior year.

GPA Requirement

No departmental course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the

minimum GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C). All departmental courses taken are

used to calculate the major GPA for the classics.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the The

Classics department page.

Classics Department

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For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Classics department catalog page.

The Classics Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in the Classics consists of four courses in Greek or four courses in Latin and two other courses in

the department or outside the department with departmental approval. Such courses may include literature,

art, archaeology, mythology, history, or philosophy.

Classics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the

Classics department catalog page.

East Asian Languages and Literatures

Faculty

Professors Crespi (Chair, spring), Hirata (Chair, fall)

Associate Professors Wang

Assistant Professors Albertson, Mehl, Xu

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures offers courses in the languages and cultures of

China and Japan. Students who continue through the four-year sequences of rigorous classroom language

training, combined with study abroad experiences, acquire the proficiency they need to pursue graduate

study or a variety of careers related to East Asia. Courses taught in English include Chinese literature and

film, Japanese linguistics, the Japanese Village, Chinese medicine, Japanese tea culture, and Japanese

popular culture. Qualified students may arrange independent study beyond the courses offered.

Related Majors

The Asian Studies program offers interdisciplinary majors that focus on China or Japan.

Awards

The Award for Excellence in Chinese Language — awarded by the department to the student with the

highest achievement in the Chinese language.

The Award for Excellence in Japanese Language — awarded by the department to the student with the

highest achievement in the Japanese language.

The Mori Family Awards for Excellence in Japanese Language — awarded annually to outstanding students

from each of the four levels of instruction in Japanese and to the winners of the annual Central New York

Japanese Speech Contest.

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Advanced Placement and Transfer Credit

Normally no more than one credit for a language course and one credit for a content course can be

transferred toward either major from intensive study at another institution in the United States or abroad.

Advanced placement can be arranged after consultation with the instructors in charge.

Honors and High Honors

Chinese

Students who have demonstrated marked excellence and an unusual degree of independence in their work

may participate in the honors program supervised by a member of the Chinese faculty. Candidates for

honors and high honors must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.30 and 3.70, respectively, in the courses taken

for the major and a cumulative GPA of 3.00 for both distinctions. In addition, candidates for honors must

successfully complete a thesis or project judged to be of A or A– quality by the faculty supervisor and one

other faculty member, and, for high honors, successfully complete a thesis or project judged to be of A

quality or higher by the faculty supervisor and one other faculty member after an oral examination. Normally,

work toward the thesis should begin in the fall term in a 300- or 400-level course (or any independent

studies course) and continue through the spring term in independent study as CHIN 499 - Honors Project in

Chinese, which must be taken in addition to the minimum number of courses required for the major.

Japanese

Students majoring in Japanese who have demonstrated marked excellence and an unusual degree of

independence in their work may participate in the honors program supervised by a member of the Japanese

faculty. Candidates for honors and high honors must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.30 and 3.70,

respectively, in the courses taken for the major, and a cumulative GPA of 3.00. In addition, candidates for

honors must successfully complete a thesis or project judged to be of A or A– quality by the faculty

supervisor and one other faculty member, and, for high honors, successfully complete a thesis or project

judged to be of A quality or higher by the faculty supervisor and one other faculty member after an oral

examination. Normally, work toward the thesis should begin in the fall term in a 300- or 400-level course (or

any independent studies course) and continue through the spring term in independent study as JAPN 499.

Study Groups

China

The China Study Group is offered biennially in the fall semester in Shanghai in the People's Republic of

China. Students take one course in language, two area studies courses from the Colgate director, and one

CET elective (this course will not count towards the Chinese major). Prerequisites for the China Study Group

normally include at least one year's coursework at Colgate in modern standard Chinese and CORE C165 -

China. For more information, see Off-Campus Study.

Japan

This program is based in Kyoto, Japan. This program provides lodging with Japanese families, intensive

language training, and instruction in Japanese literature, art, religion, and linguistics. Prerequisites for the

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Japan Study Group include at least one year's coursework in Japanese language and CORE Japan. See

Off-Campus Study.

Facilities

The Japanese Studies Center, funded by the Japan World Exposition (1976) and located in Lawrence Hall,

consists of a seminar room, a multipurpose Japanese-style tatami room, and a kitchen. Activities sponsored

by the Japan Club and the Japanese Conversation Club are held at the center.

The Robert Ho Center for Chinese Studies, established in 1993 in Lawrence Hall, offers a classroom and a

reading room with Asian architectural features complemented by artwork, audiovisual equipment, reference

materials, and a small collection of books on China. An attached kitchen enhances extracurricular activities

such as brush writing and celebrations of Chinese festivals.

The department also offers an East Asian Lounge with both Chinese and Japanese alcoves for quiet study

and small gatherings.

Chinese Major

The major in Chinese provides students with a solid foundation in the Chinese language, literature, and

culture through extensive language training and broad exposure to Chinese literary and cultural traditions.

Prospective majors should plan to begin Chinese language study during their first year at Colgate and are

strongly encouraged to participate in the China Study Group.

Major Requirements

In order to encourage exposure to a wide range of approaches to Chinese studies, the department strongly

recommends that students elect a section of CORE C165 taught by a member of a department other than

East Asian languages and literatures, and enrich their major by taking HIST 368 - China, the Great Wall, and

Beyond (AS) and/or HIST 369 - Modern China (1750 - present) (AS).

Upon completion of CHIN 202, the Chinese major requires a minimum of eight courses from the following:

Required Courses

 CHIN 303 - Films and Media

 CHIN 304 - Readings in Social Issues

 CHIN 405 - Reading Chinese Newspapers

 CHIN 406 - Readings in Modern Literature

 CORE C165 - China

One of the Following

 CHIN 222 - China through Literature and Film

 CHIN 225 - China and the West

 CHIN 299 - Chinese Medical Culture

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Two Courses from the Following

At least one course must focus on China

 CHIN 450 - Advanced Readings in Chinese World Outlook

 CHIN 481 - China in Transition (China Study Group) (in China)

 CHIN 482 - Topics in Chinese Culture (China Study Group) (in China)

 JAPN 222 - Japan through Literature and Film

 JAPN 233 - Japanese Popular Culture and Media

 JAPN 240 - Gender and Sexuality in Japanese Culture

 JAPN 255 - Hidden Japan: Tea Ceremony

GPA Requirement

All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better to count toward the major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the East Asian Languages

and Literatures department page.

East Asian Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the East Asian Languages and Literatures department catalog page.

Chinese Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in Chinese consists of a minimum of five courses, including four Chinese language courses, CHIN

201 or above, and one Chinese literature or culture course offered by the department. Alternatively, the

Chinese minor can be fulfilled by completing the China study group and its prerequisites, as long as the

study group language course is taken at the 300 level.

East Asian Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the East Asian Languages and Literatures department catalog page.

Japanese Major

The major in Japanese provides students with a solid foundation in the disciplines of Japanese language,

literature, and culture through extensive language training and broad exposure to Japanese literary and

cultural traditions. Prospective majors are strongly encouraged to begin their Japanese language study

during their first year at Colgate and to participate in the Japan Study Group.

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Major Requirements

In order to encourage exposure to a wide range of approaches to Japanese studies, the department strongly

recommends that students elect a section of CORE C167 taught by a member of a department other than

East Asian languages and literatures, and enrich their major by taking ECON 339 - The Japanese

Economy and HIST 264 - Modern East Asia (AS).

Upon completion of JAPN 202, a minimum of eight courses is necessary to fulfill the requirements for a

Japanese major:

Required Courses

 CORE C167 - Japan

 JAPN 222 - Japan through Literature and Film or JAPN 255 - Hidden Japan: Tea Ceremony

 JAPN 301 - Advanced Japanese I (language and literature course)

 JAPN 302 - Advanced Japanese II (language and literature course)

Two Courses from the Following 400-level Language Courses

 JAPN 401 - Readings in Japanese I

 JAPN 402 - Readings in Japanese II

 JAPN 455 - Advanced Grammar in Japanese

Two Courses from the following Literature, Linguistics, and Culture

Courses

At least one course must focus on Japan

 CHIN 222 - China through Literature and Film

 CHIN 225 - China and the West

 CHIN 299 - Chinese Medical Culture

 JAPN 222 - Japan through Literature and Film

 JAPN 233 - Japanese Popular Culture and Media

 JAPN 240 - Gender and Sexuality in Japanese Culture

 JAPN 255 - Hidden Japan: Tea Ceremony

 JAPN 455 - Advanced Grammar in Japanese

 JAPN 481 - Topics in Japanese Culture (Study Group) (in Japan)

 JAPN 482 - Cultural Studies: The Japanese Village (Study Group) (in Japan)

GPA Requirement

All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better to count toward the major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the East Asian Languages

and Literatures department page.

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East Asian Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the East Asian Languages and Literatures catalog page.

Japanese Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in Japanese consists of a minimum of five courses, including four Japanese language courses,

JAPN 201 or above, and one Japanese literature or culture course offered by the department. Alternatively,

the Japanese minor can be fulfilled by completing the Japan study group and its prerequisites, as long as

the study group language courses are taken at the 300 level.

East Asian Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the East Asian Languages and Literatures department catalog page.

English and Creative Writing

Faculty

Professors Balakian, Brice, Cerasano, Coyle, Davies, Harsh, L. Johnson, Maurer, Staley (Chair)

Associate Professors Ames, Child, Hauser, Page, Rajasingham

Assistant Professors Clayton, Cypress, Martino, Padilla Rios

Creative Writing Fellows Crown, Tolase

The Department of English and Creative Writing offers courses in two programs of study: 1) literature in

English and 2) literature in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Students may pursue majors and

minors in both these areas. We welcome non-concentrators in all of our courses. Students who major in

English develop abilities to read carefully, to use language effectively, and to enhance their critical and

analytical skills as speakers and writers. They gain insight into the cultural, historical, political, and social

contexts in which literature is produced. Our English concentration is organized broadly along the sub-fields

of British, American and Postcolonial Studies. Its courses offer ways of thinking about the many different

perspectives on class, community, gender, identity, power, race, and sexuality. Majors will encounter a

number of literary forms and achieve both depth and breadth in their studies. Students work closely with

their advisors to create a path that introduces them to the beauty, diversity, and complexity of literature in

English.

All English and Creative Writing Department courses emphasize student participation, intellectual initiative,

and writing.

Our courses are connected to and overlap with courses in Africana and Latin American Studies,

Environmental Studies, LGBTQ Studies, Medieval and Renaissance Studies, and Women's Studies.

Our English majors go on to many types of careers: in arts and entertainment, business, communications,

computer science, consulting, education, film, finance, journalism, law, library science, marketing, medicine,

museum studies, philanthropy, politics, publicity, and publishing. Many students major or minor in English

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while also pursuing studies in other departments such as Computer Science, Economics, a foreign

language, History, Neuro-Science, Psychology, or Political Science.

Courses

The English Department offers four types of courses.

100-level courses 100-level courses are designed to introduce first- and second-year students to close

reading and writing. They are English courses that offer new perspectives upon cultural, political, scientific,

environmental, or social concerns. These courses are roundtables, discussion-based, and with close

attention to critical writing. They count towards the English major and are open to all students, whether they

intend to major in English or not.

200-level courses 200-level courses are open to all first- and second-year students and offer an

introduction to the development of fields of study, critical engagement with tradition, canon formation, and

critical methodologies and theories important for reading and writing. They are discussion-based with close

attention to writing.

300-level courses 300-level courses in English are open to all second-, third-, and fourth-year students,

majors and non-majors alike. There are no prerequisites. These courses focus upon special topics, authors,

periods, or genres. They help students further develop theoretical awareness and critical speaking and

writing skills.

400-level courses 400-level courses are open to all third- and fourth-year students and are seminars on

special topics or writers. There are no prerequisites. They offer opportunities for independent intellectual

exploration and critical writing. For majors, they can serve as gateways to an Honors thesis.

Awards

The Allen Prizes in English Composition — established in memory of Hattie Boyd Allen — two prizes in

English composition.

The Jonathan H. Kistler Memorial Curricular Innovation Fund in English — established to support and

nurture new curricular and pedagogical ideas within the English department.

The Lasher Prize — established as an award to a member of the junior class in recognition of outstanding

talent.

The Lasher Prize for Distinction in English Composition —awarded for distinction in the various types of

writing.

The Scott Saunders Prize for Excellence in Literature — established in memory of Scott Saunders '89, and

awarded annually to a senior major in English who participated in the Colgate London English Study Group,

in recognition of work done in London that is distinguished in its own right or which contributed to the

completion of a distinguished project.

Advanced Placement

The department does not award Advanced Placement credit.

Transfer Credit

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Students intending to take a course in English literature at another institution must consult with the

department's transfer-credit adviser before enrolling. Transfer credit for an English course will be granted

only after the course, which must resemble a 300-level course, is approved. Upon return to campus, the

student sends the transfer-credit adviser the course syllabus and all written work. No more than two courses

(in the case of a minor, one course) may be transferred for major credit. Students may not use a transferred

course to fulfill the 400-level seminar requirement of the major. Students may not transfer creative writing

courses.

Honors and High Honors in English

The privilege to work toward honors is granted at the discretion of the faculty. Seniors with an average of 3.5

in ENGL courses are eligible to apply to pursue an honors project. Interested students should begin

discussing their projects with potential directors in their junior year.

Candidates in literary criticism must enroll in ENGL 489, a 0.25-credit course offered in the fall semester. In

consultation with a member of the faculty, the student selects a topic and submits a formal prospectus,

which must be approved by two faculty supervisors, the director of the honors program, and the department

as a whole. The deadline for submission of the prospectus normally falls in October, while the deadline for

an annotated bibliography normally falls in December.

Candidates in creative writing must enroll in ENGL 477 - Advanced Workshop in the fall of their senior year

and must submit a formal prospectus. They should also speak with a creative writing professor(s) in the

spring of their junior year. Permission to pursue a creative writing honors the next spring will be granted on

the basis of the quality of work in ENGL 477.

Students pursuing an honors project are enrolled in ENGL 490 - Special Studies for Honors

Candidates during the spring term of their senior year. ENGL 490 must be taken in addition to the required

400-level seminar and in addition to the minimum number of courses required for the major. Students must

successfully complete the honors seminar and submit a final version of the thesis on a date specified by the

department. If the thesis is provisionally approved by the faculty supervisors and the director of the honors

program, the student then discusses the project at an oral presentation scheduled during finals week.

A student who completes a project judged worthy of honors by the department and maintains at least a 3.5

average in all ENGL courses, including ENGL 490, is awarded a degree in English with honors. Students

with an outstanding overall record in the major who complete a superior thesis and oral presentation may be

awarded high honors. If a student withdraws from the program, or if the thesis is not approved for

honors, ENGL 490 is converted to ENGL 491 - Independent Study, and a grade is assigned by the faculty

member who supervises the completion of the work.

Students with further questions should contact the director of honors in the Department of English and

Creative Writing.

Preparation for Graduate Study

Students interested in graduate study should consult with their advisers and the department chair early in

their programs to be advised about preparation for advanced work. The department also designates special

advisers to meet with students interested in graduate work, and informational meetings are held to help

juniors and seniors plan their applications for fellowships and graduate admission.

Teacher Certification

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The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for majors in English who are

interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to Educational

Studies.

MAT Degree in English

The Master of Arts in Teaching with a major in English is awarded by Colgate in the program. See Graduate

Program.

Study Groups

London

Each year, and often twice a year, a group of juniors and seniors spends a term in London studying British

literature and theater under the direction of a member of the English department. Preference normally is

given to majors or prospective majors who have completed at least three courses toward the requirements

for the major. ENGL 290 - London English Study Group Preparation is a 0.25-credit course limited to

participants in the London English Study Group in a subsequent term. The course prepares students for the

English coursework to be undertaken in London. For further information, see Off-Campus Study.

Santa Fe

Students interested in American literature are encouraged to consider participation in the Santa Fe Study

Group. When directed by a member of the English department, the program features courses in

contemporary Native American literature and contemporary methods of criticism across the arts as well as

providing opportunities for students to continue work in creative writing. The study group also involves

service learning work at one of the pueblos near Santa Fe.

Jamaica

Students interested in Caribbean literature and Black Atlantic literature are encouraged to consider

participation in the Jamaica study group. When directed by a member of the English department, the

program features courses in contemporary Caribbean literature and criticism as well as Jamaican culture.

Creative Writing Minor

Minor Requirements

Creative writing minors take 6 total courses.

 3 creative writing workshops (ENGL 217 can only be taken once)

 3 literature classes (two of which must be at the upper level)

Workshop Courses

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ENGL 217 may be taken only once. Instructor permission is necessary for admission to creative writing

courses at the 300 and 400 levels.

Three workshop courses chosen from among the following:

 ENGL 217 - Introductory Workshop in Creative Writing

 ENGL 374 - Creative Nonfiction Workshop

 ENGL 377 - Fiction Writing Workshop

 ENGL 378 - Poetry Writing Workshop

 ENGL 477 - Advanced Workshop

 ENGL 491 - Independent Study

GPA Requirement

Passing grades are required in a minimum of five courses, with a minimum GPA of 2.00 averaged over all

courses taken in the department.

English and Creative Writing Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the

English and Creative Writing Department catalog page.

English Major

Major Requirements

Students majoring in English complete at least nine courses, including

 at least two survey courses. Survey courses encompass a broad range of material, allowing

students to appreciate how writers influence one another and observe (and perhaps reconsider)

canonicity, that is, how some writers have come to be considered more significant than others.

Survey courses are normally completed at the 200 level. Survey courses: ENGL 200, ENGL 201,

and ENGL 202

 at least one literature course at the intermediate (300) level from each of three historical periods:

medieval/early modern (to 1700), the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries (1701-1900), the

twentieth and twenty-first centuries (1901 to now)

 at least one seminar in literature, that is, a course at the 400-level in which students engage in

advanced reading, discussion, and writing about a specific literary topic

 three electives at any level, only one of which may be at the 100 level

GPA Requirement

Passing grades are required in a minimum of nine departmental courses, with a major GPA of 2.00

averaged over all courses taken in the department.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the English and Creative

Writing department page.

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English and Creative Writing Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the English and Creative Writing Department catalog page.

English Major, Creative Writing Emphasis

Major Requirements

Writing workshops engage students in the dynamic process of creating their own poems, stories, novellas,

essays, or memoirs. Creative writing students are also invited into a wider literary community beyond the

classroom -- on campus -- that includes working on Colgate's student edited journal, The Portfolio, meeting

writers at guest readings on campus and the possibility of giving their own readings in various venues on

and off campus. Because the creation of literature is inseparable from the study of literature, students

majoring in English/CW fulfill all the requirements for the English major while also taking at least three

creative writing workshops.

11 total courses:

 The 6 required courses of the English Major

 3 creative writing workshops

 2 literature electives at any level

Workshops

ENGL 217 may be taken only once. Instructor permission is necessary for admission to creative writing

courses at the 300 and 400 levels.

Three workshop courses chosen from among the following:

 ENGL 217 - Introductory Workshop in Creative Writing (may be taken only once)

 ENGL 374 - Creative Nonfiction Workshop

 ENGL 377 - Fiction Writing Workshop

 ENGL 378 - Poetry Writing Workshop

 ENGL 477 - Advanced Workshop

 ENGL 491 - Independent Study

GPA Requirement

Passing grades must be earned in all courses counted for this major, with a GPA of 2.00 averaged over all

courses taken in the department.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the English and Creative

Writing department page.

English and Creative Writing Department

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For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the English and Creative Writing Department catalog page.

English Minor

Minor Requirements

Students minoring in English must take at least 6 courses.

 at least one survey course

 at least two courses at the 300 level in two of the historical periods

 at least one 400-level seminar in literature

 two electives at any level, only one of which may be a 100-level course

GPA Requirement

Passing grades are required in six departmental courses, with a GPA of 2.00 averaged over all courses

taken in the department.

English and Creative Writing Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the

English and Creative Writing Department catalog page.

German

Faculty

Associate Professors Baldwin (Chair), Miller

Max Kade Fellow Hoch

Assistant Professor Kogan

The study of German lays the groundwork for academic inquiry into the creative and intellectual cultures of

central Europe. Serving as a gateway to rich literary and artistic traditions as well as the discourses of

philosophy and critical theory, German also enables students to access Germanophone Europe's many

contributions to the social and natural sciences. The department's academic program is structured to enable

students to pursue their interests in German as well as related fields: the beginning and intermediate

language courses emphasize cultural knowledge about contemporary German-speaking societies and

provide a strong foundation in the skills of speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing German. German

351 fosters students' capacities for advanced study of German language, literature, and cultural history,

while enabling them to conduct related academic work in German. Additional courses at the 300 level

feature diverse topics in German literary and cultural studies, while seminars at the 400 level undertake

focused investigations of seminal periods, genres, and sites of the German literary and cultural imagination.

The study of German can be integral to students' academic pursuits as a whole. The department

encourages students to enroll in related courses in other disciplines such as philosophy, history, music,

international relations, linguistics, and art history. A major in German is an excellent preparation for graduate

studies in these fields as well as in literature and German Studies, and can also give students a competitive

edge in economics, politics, law, business, journalism, consulting, and publishing. German not only provides

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students with the necessary basis for a rigorous and sophisticated understanding of central European

culture, but also fosters a more profound understanding of their native language and of the relationship

between language and knowledge: to speak with Goethe, "Wer fremde Sprachen nicht kennt, weiß nichts

von seiner eignen" (those who don't know foreign languages know nothing of their own).

Awards

The Valentine Piotrow German Prizes — two awards for excellence in German.

Advanced Placement and Transfer Credit

Both university and major credits are normally granted to students who achieve a score of 4 or 5 on the

Advanced Placement examinations in German language and literature or a score of 6 or 7 on the higher

level International Baccalaureate German exam. Transfer credit for courses taken at other institutions may

be granted with the approval of the department chair.

Honors and High Honors

An honors project allows students to build on their knowledge to pursue independent research on a topic of

their interest in close consultation with one or several faculty members. Students with a GPA of 3.30 in

courses included in the major and with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 are eligible for honors in German. Students

who have attained that average may apply to pursue honors by the early fall of the senior year. Each

candidate must complete a thesis or its equivalent under the guidance of a faculty adviser and must discuss

the thesis at an oral presentation normally scheduled in April. Research on this project begins in the fall

semester of the senior year. In the spring semester candidates register for GERM 490. This course must be

taken in addition to the minimum of eight courses required for the major. The quality of the project resulting

from this course, as judged by the adviser and one other faculty member, determines whether the student

receives honors or a grade in GERM 491 - Independent Study.

Successful honors students whose departmental average is 3.50 or higher are eligible to stand for high

honors. For this distinction the student must fulfill all regular honors requirements and must also pass an

additional oral examination based on his or her cumulative work in German courses.

Acceptance in Delta Phi Alpha (the national German honor society) is possible for all students who have at

least two years of college German, a minimum GPA of 3.30 in all German courses, and an overall GPA of

3.00, and who show a continued interest in the study of German language and literature.

Study Group

Every spring the department conducts a study group at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität in Freiburg, Germany.

Majors in German are normally expected to avail themselves of this opportunity. The study group is also

open to non-majors who have sufficient German language skills. For more information, see Off-Campus

Study.

Facilities

The Max Kade German Center in Lawrence Hall serves the department both as a seminar room and as a

common room. It offers audiovisual facilities, German television broadcasts, a German reference library, and

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current German periodicals. The center is also the site of lectures, film screenings, and a weekly coffee

hour.

In addition, the German department shares the Keck Humanities Resource Center with other arts and

humanities departments. Here German audio, video, and computer resources are available for laboratory

work in connection with language classes as well as for independent studies.

University of Freiburg Visiting Instructors

Each year, two German visitors from the University of Freiburg join the department to support our curriculum

and our students. The department Intern serves as tutor, and advises the student-run German Club and the

student-taught Foreign Language Program for second graders at Hamilton Central School. The Max Kade

Teaching Fellow offers first- and second-year German language courses in the department.

German Major

Major Requirements

A major in German literature and culture consists of a minimum of eight courses. Normally these include at

least three 400-level seminars and two 300-level courses. The remaining major credits may be fulfilled

through additional courses in the department at the 200-level and above, or up to two cognate courses on

German Studies topics taught in English outside the department, with departmental approval. Exceptions

require the permission of the department chair.

GPA Requirement

University regulations require that a student maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses comprising the

major program.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

German department page.

German Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, the Freiburg study group, transfer credit,

awards, etc., please visit the German department catalog page.

German Minor

Minor Requirements

The minor in German literature and culture consists of a minimum of five courses. Normally these include at

least one 400-level seminar and at least one 300-level course. The remaining minor credits may be fulfilled

through additional courses in the department at the 200-level and above, or by one cognate course on a

German Studies topic taught in English outside the department, with departmental approval.

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GPA Requirement

University regulations require that a student maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses comprising the

minor program.

German Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, the Freiburg study group, transfer credit,

awards, etc., please visit the German department catalog page.

Music

Faculty

Professors Cheng, Klugherz

Associate Professors Coluzzi

Assistant Professor Chase

Visiting Assistant Professors Hutchinson, Stark

Concert Manager Joseph

Artists in Residence Pilgrim (voice), Heyman (piano)

Teachers of Applied Music Berry (cello), Campbell (flute), Cleveland (violin, viola), Ferlo (guitar), Haddock

(voice), Hane (bassoon), Johns (drums), Klugherz (violin/viola), Koen (piano), MacDowell (clarinet),

Meredith (trombone), Montalbano (jazz piano), Nightingale (trumpet), Ogilvie (French horn), Sharpe (oboe)

Many students come to Colgate with significant musical experience behind them, won through arduous and

focused study. The fundamental aim of the curriculum in music is to develop that experience to its utmost

potential. Performance ensembles and private instruction build directly on that experience, while classroom

instruction introduces student musicians to important ideas, histories, and various cultures that inform and

broaden that experience. Qualified students can choose to develop in ways that most interest them. Those

who choose to major in music will find their development guided by a balanced program of performance and

classroom studies. Graduating majors have gone on to graduate study in every area of music or have

immediately entered careers in arts management, mathematics, medicine, law, business, sound

engineering, and many other fields.

Another fundamental aim of the curriculum is to introduce students with little or no musical background into

the world of music as part of Colgate's liberal arts program. These students should begin with MUSI

101, MUSI 103, MUSI 111, MUSI 151, MUSI 161, or MUSI 221.

Upper-level courses divided into three groups: history, theory, and performance. The history courses are

designed to provide students with an understanding of music through a study of composers and historical

periods. The theory sequence teaches how music is created and how to compose it. The performance

courses offer opportunities for students to engage in the art of performance and to gain credit in department-

sponsored ensembles and private instruction.

Students with some musical background are encouraged to take MUSI 215 and MUSI 216 or MUSI 203 first.

MUSI 215 and MUSI 216 can be taken in any order.

The music department offers extensive performing opportunities open to all qualified students regardless of

major. Performance opportunities are offered in the Colgate University Orchestra, Colgate University Choral

Ensembles, the Colgate Chamber Players (chamber music) and the Colgate University Concert Jazz

Ensemble. (Auditions required for all ensembles) Private instruction in most instruments and in voice is

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available to students at an additional fee. All of these programs (except private instruction) may be elected

on a credit or non-credit basis, and they are open to all Colgate students regardless of major.

Course Information

Course classifications:

History and Appreciation (H&A)

Performance (PF)

Theory (TH)

Awards

The Class of 1909 Music Prize — awarded by the department to "the person who has, during the year,

contributed the most to the advancement of the standards of musical performance on the campus."

The Donald Lloyd Cotton '36 Endowed Prize — established to recognize one or more outstanding student

musician(s). Recipient(s) are eligible to submit a proposal for an additional grant that provides financial

support for the furtherance of the student's music education. The grant may be used to cover expenses such

as the purchase of musical instruments or relevant equipment, private music lessons, music research

projects, summer music school, or music festival participation. Grants are awarded based on the merit of the

written proposal, demonstrated musical talent, and participation in music department programs.

The Felix Eyle Memorial Prize in Music — awarded annually to an outstanding violin student at Colgate. The

recipient is chosen by the faculty of the music department solely on the basis of talent, not financial need.

The student will be featured during a normally scheduled concert.

The Robert G. Ingraham Memorial Music Prize — established as an annual award to the graduating senior

who, in the judgment of the president, dean, chair of the Department of Music, and director of CSLI, did the

most to promote and stimulate good music as an undergraduate by voluntary activity, leadership,

performance, or participation in the band, orchestra, choir, glee club, or any other musical endeavor,

individual or group.

The Lorey Family Senior Music Prize — established in 2012 by Evan Lorey and Paul Schupf, in memory of

Wilhemine and Fred Lorey, and awarded annually to one or more senior majors in music. This award will

benefit talented students who excel in the history, theory, and composition of music.

Transfer or Advanced Placement Credit

May be given at the discretion of the department faculty to students who have completed music courses at

other institutions or taken an AP exam in music.

Honors and High Honors

Candidates for honors in music must

1. Have or exceed, by the time of graduation, a major GPA of 3.50 and an overall GPA of 3.20.

2. Complete an honors project (MUSI 470) with a grade of at least A–.

3. Pass a general examination in music history and theory.

Candidates for high honors in music must

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1. Have or exceed, by the time of graduation, a major GPA of 3.80 and an overall GPA of 3.20.

2. Complete an honors project (MUSI 470) with a grade of at least A–.

3. Pass with distinction a general examination in music history and theory.

To elect MUSI 470, the candidate must provide the department chair with a written proposal for the project

by April 15 for a fall-semester project or December 1 for a spring-semester project. The project should have

as its outcome a thesis, a composition, or a recital. It is both approved in advance and graded by the entire

department.

Music Major

Major Requirements

The requirements for the major are as follows:

Music Theory

All of the following:

 MUSI 203 - Harmony I (TH)

 MUSI 204 - Harmony II (TH)

 MUSI 301 - Criticizing Music (TH)

Music History

All of the following:

 MUSI 215 - Music History I: Medieval through Baroque Periods (H&A)

 MUSI 216 - Music History II: Classic through Modern Periods (H&A)

One of the Following

 MUSI 245 - Composition (TH)

 MUSI 302 - Composition and Counterpoint (TH)

One of the Following

 MUSI 111 - The History of Rock (H&A)

 MUSI 161 - History of Jazz (H&A)

 MUSI 221 - World Music (H&A)

 MUSI 320 - Music for Multimedia

 MUSI 321 - Explorations in Global Music (H&A)

Elective

One elective course above the 100 level, excluding performance (PF) courses. However, MUSI 208 may

serve as an elective.

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Performance Ensemble

All music majors must participate in one of the following performance ensembles beginning the semester

following declaration of the concentration through graduation: Colgate University Chamber Players, Colgate

University Chorus, Colgate University Jazz Ensemble, Colgate University Orchestra. A minimum of four

semesters is required, no exceptions for off-campus study.

GPA Requirement

A music major must have a GPA of at least 2.00 in the above courses to graduate.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Music department page.

Music Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Music department catalog page.

Music Minor

Minor Requirements

The requirements for the minor are as follows:

Music Theory

Two courses:

 MUSI 203 - Harmony I (TH)

 MUSI 204 - Harmony II (TH)

Music History

Two courses:

 MUSI 215 - Music History I: Medieval through Baroque Periods (H&A)

 MUSI 216 - Music History II: Classic through Modern Periods (H&A)

One of the Following

 MUSI 221 - World Music (H&A)

 MUSI 111 - The History of Rock (H&A)

 MUSI 161 - History of Jazz (H&A)

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Elective

One elective course above the 100 level, excluding performance courses. However, MUSI 208 may serve as

an elective.

Performance Ensemble

All music minors must participate in one of the following performance ensembles beginning the semester

following declaration of the concentration through graduation: Colgate University Chamber Players, Colgate

University Chorus, Colgate University Jazz Ensemble, Colgate University Orchestra. A minimum of four

semesters is required, no exceptions for off-campus study.

Music Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Music department catalog page.

Philosophy

Faculty

Professors Dudrick, Kawall, McCabe, U. Meyer, Tumulty (Chair)

Associate Professors J. Klein, Lennertz, Witherspoon

Assistant Professors Stenberg, L. Tomlinson

Senior Lecturer Pendleton

Visiting Assistant Professors Svoboda, Zhou

Pre-Doctoral Fellow Abbas

Philosophy is a central component of a liberal arts education. It raises fundamental questions about the

nature of reality and the place of human beings within it. What is the nature of morality? What is free will and

are human beings free? What is the relation between mind and body? What, if anything, can we know about

the material world? Does God exist? What makes a state just? What makes for a good life?

In attempting to answer such questions, students of philosophy reflect on both their own responses to these

questions and the ways in which past thinkers have defended their answers to them. The process of

formulating and testing these answers requires education in logical analysis, reasoned argument, and

analytic thinking. In acquiring such education within the philosophy curriculum, students develop their ability

to solve problems and to think, read, and write critically — skills that are in high demand in a number of

different professions. Philosophy majors go on to successful careers in law, consulting, finance, and

medicine. Many have also embarked on academic careers.

But philosophy is about more than reflection and finding answers. As the love of wisdom, it is also a practice

and a way of life, one characterized by openness to viewpoints other than one's own, a willingness to

question both received opinions and one's own opinions, and a passionate concern to integrate thought and

practice into a meaningful life.

The department offers a number of courses that serve as gateways to the practice of philosophy. These

gateway courses are PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophical Problems; PHIL 111 - Ethics; and PHIL 121 -

Political Philosophy. Prospective philosophy majors are especially encouraged to take PHIL 101 early in

their course of study. Other courses at the 200 and 300 level are either courses in the history of philosophy

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or courses that focus on problems in specific areas of philosophy. Many of these courses do not have

specific prerequisites and are open to all interested students.

There are two distinct major programs: philosophy and the joint major in philosophy and religion. The

department does not offer a minor in philosophy and religion.

Course Information

Course classifications:

Major Figures (MF)

Metaphysics and Epistemology (M&E)

Value Theory (VT)

Awards

The Balmuth Award for Philosophical Engagement — established as an award in honor of Jerome Balmuth

for the student who, in the judgment of the department, best exemplifies Jerry's love of philosophy and

cultivation of philosophical community at Colgate.

The M. Holmes Hartshorne Memorial Awards for Excellence — established as an award for students who, in

the judgment of the department, have performed exceptional work in philosophy.

The M. Holmes Hartshorne Memorial Award for Postgraduate Study in Philosophy or Religion — established

as an award for a graduating senior, for achievement in the study of philosophy and to assist the recipient

with postgraduate study in philosophy or religion at a recognized graduate or divinity school.

The Marion Hoeflich Prize for the best Philosophy Paper in a Foreign Language – established in memory of

the grandmother of Richard Klein '78. Awarded to the best philosophy paper in a language other than

English, usually written as part of a recognized study abroad program.

The Robinson Essay Prize —awarded on the basis of an essay written for a 200- or 300-level course in the

department during the previous spring or fall semesters.

Advanced Placement

Advanced Placement credit is not offered. Placement into more advanced philosophy courses may be

granted to incoming first-year students who have achieved a score of 6 or 7 on the higher-level International

Baccalaureate (IB) Philosophy Exam.

Transfer Credit

Transfer credit for graduation requirements may be awarded by the registrar on the basis of course syllabi

and requirements and advice from the department. To assess transfer credit for major requirements,

however, the same documents plus the student's written work in the course (i.e., exams, papers) must be

submitted to the faculty adviser for evaluation. The department chair receives a recommendation and is

responsible for deciding whether to award major credit. Normally no more than two transfer credits may

count toward major or minor requirements. Students may not receive transfer credit towards 400-level

courses.

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Honors

Philosophy

A student who wishes to become a candidate for honors in philosophy or who wishes to become a candidate

for honors in philosophy and religion by writing on a philosophical theme must seek the approval of a faculty

adviser by presenting him or her with a substantial essay that could serve as the basis for an honors project.

Normally this will be an essay written for a 300- or 400-level philosophy course, together with a plan for

developing the original essay into an honors thesis. If the faculty member and the department's honors

supervisor agree that the submitted essay shows promise of becoming a high-quality thesis, the student

may register for PHIL 490 with a view to qualifying for honors. PHIL 490 is an additional tenth course,

beyond the nine courses required for completing the major.

The independent study should result in a senior thesis. Students writing a senior thesis will give an informal

presentation of their work to students and faculty of the department. Students seeking honors must submit

their theses to their advisers by the deadline set by the department. If a student's adviser judges the thesis

to be of sufficient quality, the student will be invited to stand for honors. (Independent study students who

are not invited to stand for honors will still be able to complete their senior theses.) Honors candidates will

undergo an oral exam (the honors defense) conducted by the adviser and two additional faculty members

during exam week. Ideally the honors defense becomes a forum for intellectual exchange between the

student writer and the faculty readers. A student is awarded honors on the basis of both the quality of the

written thesis and the conduct of the honors defense. In addition, an honors candidate must have a GPA of

at least 3.67 in the major.

Philosophy and Religion

Candidates for honors in Philosophy and Religion normally take an independent study (PHIL 490 or RELG

490) with their honors adviser during the spring term of their senior year. The honors thesis – a substantial

piece of research, analysis, or critique – is turned in to the adviser several weeks before the end of the term.

If the adviser and two other faculty readers decide that the thesis can stand for honors, the honors candidate

meets with their adviser and the two other faculty readers – a committee consisting of Philosophy and

Religion faculty – and fields questions: the honors defense. Ideally the question and answer session

becomes a forum for intellectual exchange between the student writer and the faculty readers. A student is

awarded honors on the basis of both the quality of the written thesis and the conduct of the honors defense.

No student can be awarded honors, however, who does not have at least a GPA of 3.40 in the Philosophy

and Religion major.

Study Group

During the spring semester, the Department of Philosophy, in conjunction with the Department of Religion,

offers a study group at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland's first university, founded in 1410. Other than

the director's course, which is offered by a department member, students take courses of their choice from

among those offered by the University of St. Andrews, at which they are enrolled for the semester. St.

Andrews has a very fine philosophy department and it is a great advantage for majors in both philosophy

and philosophy and religion to study there for a semester. The study group is also open to majors from other

departments. See Off-Campus Study and Extended Study.

Philosophy Major

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Major Requirements

A major in philosophy requires nine courses in philosophy, or ten if the philosophy major is a candidate for

honors.

Though students may take as many 100- and 200-level courses as they wish, no more than three such

courses will count towards the completion of the major. The lone exception is PHIL 225 Logic I, which can

count towards the major in addition to three other 100- or 200-level courses. Though not strictly required of

all majors, PHIL 225, is nevertheless strongly recommended for all majors — especially for students

contemplating graduate work in philosophy. Only one of the total number of courses may be an independent

study.

Among the courses for the major, students must complete the following:

Value Theory (VT) Elective

At least one upper-level course from the following:

 PHIL 312 - Contemporary Political Philosophy (VT)

 PHIL 313 - International Ethics (VT)

 PHIL 329 - Philosophy of Law (VT)

 PHIL 330 - Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art (VT)

 PHIL 343 - Topics in Moral Theory (VT)

Metaphysics and Epistemology (M&E) Elective

At least one upper-level course from the following:

 PHIL 320 - 20th-Century Analytic Philosophy (M&E)

 PHIL 335 - Contemporary Epistemology (M&E)

 PHIL 340 - Metaphysics (M&E)

 PHIL 341 - Philosophy of Mind (M&E)

 PHIL 342 - Philosophy of Language (M&E)

 PHIL 380 - Issues in Epistemology and Metaphysics (M&E)

Major Figures (MF) Elective

At least one course from the following, should be completed by the end of the junior year:

 PHIL 301 - Ancient Philosophy (MF)

 PHIL 302 - Modern Philosophy (MF)

 PHIL 303 - Medieval Philosophy (MF)

 PHIL 304 - Kant and German Idealism (MF)

Note: Students planning on pursuing honors should take two courses from Major Figures (MF).

Philosophy Seminar

At least one seminar at the 400-level seminar courses, though students are strongly encouraged to take

more than one seminar.

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GPA Requirement

To qualify for graduation, a minimum grade of C is required in all courses taken toward the major/minor.

Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Philosophy department page.

Philosophy Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Philosophy department catalog page.

Philosophy Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in philosophy consists of five courses in philosophy. The structure of the minor can be specially

designed in consultation with a student's adviser in philosophy, or it can have a basic structure of an

introductory course (PHIL 101 is strongly recommended), a course in the Major Figures (MF): PHIL 301,

PHIL 302, PHIL 303, PHIL 304, a 400-level seminar, and two electives.

Philosophy Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Philosophy department catalog page.

Philosophy: Philosophy and Religion Major

Major Requirements

A major in philosophy and religion consists of ten courses, eleven for students seeking honors. At least five

of these must be in philosophy and five must be in religion. At most one may be an independent study or two

for students seeking honors.

Normally, the requirements for the major are satisfied by the following:

One of the Following

 PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophical Problems

 PHIL 111 - Ethics

One of the Following

 RELG 101 - The World's Religions

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 RELG 102 - Religion and the Contemporary World

All of the Following

 PHIL 226 - Philosophy of Religion

 RELG 226 - Reason, Religion, and God

 RELG 352 - Theory and Method in the Study of Religion

One of the Following

 PHIL 335 - Contemporary Epistemology (M&E)

 PHIL 340 - Metaphysics (M&E)

400-level Seminar in Philosophy and Religion

 A 400-level seminar in philosophy and a 400-level course in religion, typically RELG 411 Senior

Seminar in Religion

Additional Courses

 Additional courses to complete the major should be taken at the 300- or 400-level.

Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Philosophy department page.

Philosophy Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Philosophy department catalog page.

Religion

Faculty

Professors Cushing, Frank (Chair), Kepnes, Martin, Sindima, Vecsey

Associate Professors Reinbold, Sullivan

Assistant Professors Abbas, Davenport

Visiting Assistant Professors Blackshear, Dharmasinghe

Senior Lecturers Rudert, Stahlberg

The Department of Religion at Colgate offers a program of study that challenges students to explore the role

of religion across cultures and historical periods, and to think critically about the nature and expression of

religiousness. Religion courses offer training in a unique combination of skills, including close textual

analysis, direct observation, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding.

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The department offers a variety of courses regarding diverse African, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Islamic,

Jewish, and Native American traditions and scriptures. In addition to courses focused on particular

traditions, the department also offers courses on the relationship between religion and issues of historic and

contemporary importance, such as the environment, terrorism, medicine, gender, and the law.

The study of religion is necessarily interdisciplinary, making reflective use of the full variety of liberal arts

methods. In addition, it engages related issues in philosophy, ethics, society, spirituality, science, gender,

sexuality, arts, and politics. Thus, a major or minor in religion may serve as a natural complement to other

majors. Students in the arts and humanities, for instance, will find that the study of religious texts and worlds

affords them greater insight into literature and visual art. Some students may seek to make stronger

interdisciplinary connections. In consultation with an adviser, students may elect to create a track through

the religion major or minor that brings their work in religion into dialogue with their work in other departments

or programs. Possible tracks include:

Religion, Politics, and Law

The department offers courses that examine the intersection of religion and politics, past and present,

explore the legal frameworks of a variety of religious traditions, and ask students to think about the role of

ethics and morality in public life. Students interested in history, international relations, peace and conflict

studies, or political science will find that a minor or second major in religion allows them a better

understanding of many of the longstanding ideological conflicts that have shaped the contemporary world.

Religion and Health

Students interested in the natural sciences who intend to enter the fields of medicine and health sciences

will find that courses in religion equip them to evaluate the moral complexity of current scientific advances. A

host of religion courses probe questions that are central to medicine and health: questions of body and soul,

psychic states and mindfulness, sex and sexuality, life and death. These are treated in a variety of religious

traditions, offering the pre-med student a comparative approach to health and healing.

The success of our graduates indicates that a major in religion provides excellent preparation for a number

of careers, including education, government, journalism, finance, law, social work, and professional service

in non-profit organizations and religious institutions.

Awards

The M. Holmes Hartshorne Memorial Awards for Excellence — established as an award for students who, in

the judgment of the department, have performed exceptional work in philosophy and/or religion.

The M. Holmes Hartshorne Memorial Award for Postgraduate Study in Philosophy and/or Religion —

established as an award for a graduating senior, for achievement in the study of philosophy and/or religion

and, depending on financial need, to assist the recipient with postgraduate study in philosophy, religion, or

philosophy and religion at a recognized graduate or divinity school.

The Robinson Essay Prize — established in honor of Joseph Robinson and awarded on the basis of an

essay written for a 200- or 300-level course in the department during the previous spring or fall semesters.

Advanced Placement

Advanced Placement cannot be presumed since examinations in this area are not given

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Transfer Credit

Transfer credit for graduation requirements may be awarded by the registrar. Transfer of credit toward major

or minor requirements requires prior written permission from both the registrar and the department. Normally

no more than two transfer credits may count toward major or minor requirements. Seminar credit is not

transferable.

Honors

Religion

All candidates for honors in religion who wish to write on a religious theme are required to take an advanced

course in religion in the fall of the senior year. At the end of the course, the faculty member may recommend

that a student's paper be reworked into an honors thesis.

In the spring of the senior year, candidates for honors normally take an independent study (RELG 490) with

their honors adviser. The honors thesis — a substantial piece of research, analysis, or critique — is turned in

to the adviser several weeks before the end of the term. If the adviser decides that the thesis can stand for

honors, the honors candidate meets during exam week with his or her adviser and two other faculty readers

and fields questions: the honors defense. Ideally the question and answer session becomes a forum for

intellectual exchange between the student writer and the faculty readers. A student is awarded honors on

the basis of both the quality of the written thesis and the conduct of the honors defense. No student can be

awarded honors, however, who does not have at least a GPA of 3.40 in his or her major.

Philosophy and Religion

Candidates for honors in Philosophy and Religion normally take an independent study (PHIL 490 or RELG

490) with their honors adviser during the spring term of their senior year. The honors thesis - a substantial

piece of research, analysis, or critique - is turned in to the adviser several weeks before the end of the term.

If the adviser and two other faculty readers decide that the thesis can stand for honors, the honors candidate

meets during exam week with his or her adviser and the two other faculty readers - a committee consisting

of Philosophy and Religion faculty - and fields questions: the honors defense. Ideally the question and

answer session becomes a forum for intellectual exchange between the student writer and the faculty

readers. A student is awarded honors on the basis of both the quality of the written thesis and the conduct of

the honors defense. No student can be awarded honors, however, who does not have at least a GPA of

3.40 in the Philosophy and Religion major.

Study Groups

During the spring semester the Department of Religion, in conjunction with the Department of Philosophy,

offers a study group at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland's first university, founded in 1413. Other than

the director's course, which is taught by a Colgate faculty member, students take courses of their choice

from among those offered by the University of St. Andrews, at which they are enrolled for the semester. For

more information see Off-Campus Study and Extended Study.

Religion Major

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Major Requirements

A major in religion consists of ten courses, a minimum of eight of which must be departmental courses. Only

one of the total number of courses may be an independent study.

The requirements for the major are as follows:

One of the Following

 RELG 101 - The World's Religions

 RELG 102 - Religion and the Contemporary World

All of the Following

 RELG 352 - Theory and Method in the Study of Religion

 At least one 400-level course, typically RELG 411

 Seven electives, at least two of which must be at the 300 or 400 level.

Additional Information

In consultation with the student's adviser and the department chair, a student may elect to count up to two

Colgate courses from outside the program in religion for religion major credit. These courses may be in the

study of a language, provided that the student has planned these courses in advance and in consultation

with his or her adviser and the department chair. A student who has received approval from the registrar to

transfer credit for a language course not taught at Colgate (e.g., Biblical Hebrew, Hindi, Sanskrit), may

petition the chair for the approved transfer credit to count toward the major. Relevance to the student's

program of study in religion must be demonstrated. Required Core courses cannot be counted toward

religion requirements.

GPA Requirement

For graduation, the religion department requires a minimum GPA of 2.00 in courses chosen to count toward

the major.

Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Religion department page.

Religion Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Religion department catalog page.

Religion Minor

Minor Requirements

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A minor in religion consists of five courses in religion. The structure of the minor can be designed in

consultation with the student's adviser. The department strongly recommends that minor concentrators take

at least one 300-level course.

GPA Requirement

The religion department requires a minimum GPA of 2.00 in courses chosen to count toward the minor.

Religion Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Religion department catalog page.

Religion: Philosophy and Religion Major

Major Requirements

A major in philosophy and religion consists of ten courses, eleven for students seeking honors. At least five

of these must be in philosophy and five must be in religion. At most one may be an independent study or two

for students seeking honors.

Normally, the requirements for the major are satisfied by the following:

One of the Following

 PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophical Problems

 PHIL 111 - Ethics

One of the Following

 RELG 101 - The World's Religions

 RELG 102 - Religion and the Contemporary World

All of the Following

 PHIL 226 - Philosophy of Religion

 RELG 226 - Reason, Religion, and God

 RELG 352 - Theory and Method in the Study of Religion

One of the Following

 PHIL 335 - Contemporary Epistemology (M&E)

 PHIL 340 - Metaphysics (M&E)

400-level Seminar in Philosophy and Religion

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 A 400-level seminar in philosophy and a 400-level course in religion, typically RELG 411 Senior

Seminar in Religion

Additional Courses

 Additional courses to complete the major should be taken at the 300- or 400-level.

Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Religion department page.

Religion Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Religion department catalog page.

Romance Languages and Literatures

Faculty

Professors Gallucci, Julien (Chair), Plata Parga, Rugg

Associate Professors Facchini, Pérez-Carbonell, Riley, Stolova, Zegarra

Assistant Professors Sandoval-Léon, Ramirez Velazquez

Senior Lecturers Escudero Moro, Mejía-Barrera, Merklin, Ramakrishnan

Visiting Assistant Professor Brown

The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures offers classes in French, Italian, and Spanish at

the 100 and 200 levels, with major and minor programs consisting of classes at the 300 and 400 levels. All

classes are open to any student who meets the appropriate requirements. Students may pursue a major or a

minor in French or Spanish, or an Arts and Humanities topical major in Italian.

All courses are offered in the target language, which enables students to develop increasingly sophisticated

levels of language proficiency, disciplinary expertise, and cultural knowledge. From the beginning language

courses to advanced literature seminars, the curriculum is designed with geographic and cultural diversity in

mind. Advanced courses, using different interdisciplinary lenses, focus more specifically on literature as well

as linguistics and film as an object of study and a scholarly discipline with its specialized methodologies and

modes of thought. Literature also offers a unique conduit for learning about languages, cultures, and

histories.

A major in a Romance language offers an excellent basis not only for a graduate degree in literature, but

also for a professional program in other fields such as international relations, law, any of the sciences,

medicine, education, or business. Regardless of their career path, students of Romance languages are

exceptionally well equipped to navigate the cultural and linguistic diversity of today's world and become

active and engaged global citizens.

Awards

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The Award for Excellence in French Studies — awarded in recognition of consistently outstanding

performance in French.

The Award for Excellence in Italian Studies — awarded in recognition of consistently outstanding

performance in Italian.

The Award for Excellence in Spanish Studies — awarded in recognition of exceptional contributions to the

life of the Spanish program within the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures.

The Charles A. Choquette Memorial Prize — established in honor of Charles Choquette, professor of French

and Spanish from 1927 to 1967 and chair from 1953 to 1962. This prize is awarded to one or more students

for excellence in French language and literature.

David B. Jutten Prize for Romance Languages — established in 1914 for a prize for excellence in Romance

languages.

Advanced Placement and Transfer Credit

University credit is automatically granted to entering students who achieve a score of 4 or higher on AP

examinations in French language and Spanish language or literature. Major credit is granted for a score of 5.

The following course equivalents are established: In French, language grade of 4 = 202; language grade of

5 = 361. In Spanish, language grade of 4 = 202; language grade of 5 = 361; literature grade of 4 = 202;

literature grade of 5 = 202, and exemption from a major credit at the 350 level.

Students with an AP language grade of 3 may take FREN 202 or SPAN 202 or higher. Students with an AP

language or literature grade of 4 or higher must register at the 300 level to continue their study of French or

Spanish. No more than two AP or transfer credits, or combination of the two, may be counted for a French or

Spanish major or minor.

No more than two major or one minor credit may be transferred from an approved program in French, and

no more than one major or minor credit in Spanish. To be accepted, such courses must be comparable in

quality and scope to courses offered at Colgate. Students who hope to transfer a credit from an approved

program must provide the department chair with documentation about the course for approval prior to

enrolling in that program, and may be asked to present their work to the chair for evaluation upon return.

Honors and High Honors

French

Departmental honors requires a cumulative GPA of 3.00 and an average in all major courses of 3.30. After

selecting a topic and adviser, the student registers for FREN 490 during one of the semesters of the senior

year and writes a paper of significant length and depth. The quality of the paper determines whether the

student receives honors (A– or higher required).

Departmental high honors requires a cumulative GPA of 3.00 and an average in all major courses of 3.70.

After selecting a topic and adviser, the student registers for FREN 491 in the seventh term in order to

compile a bibliography, gather materials, and begin the preparation of a thesis. The student then registers

for FREN 490 in the eighth term in order to complete the thesis. The final version serves as the basis for an

oral examination by three or more members of the faculty. The quality of the thesis and of the oral defense

determines whether the student receives high honors (A or higher) or honors (A–).

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A 490-course registration must be in addition to the minimum major requirement. The expected length of an

honors paper or high honors thesis is established by the adviser in consultation with the department chair.

Spanish

Departmental honors requires a cumulative GPA of 3.00 and an average in all major courses of 3.30. After

selecting a topic and adviser, the student registers for SPAN 490 during one of the semesters of the senior

year and writes a paper of significant length and depth. The quality of the paper determines whether the

student receives honors (A– or higher required).

Departmental high honors requires a cumulative GPA of 3.00 and an average in all major courses of 3.70.

After selecting a topic and adviser, the student registers for SPAN 491 in the seventh term in order to

compile a bibliography, gather materials, and begin the preparation of a thesis. The student then registers

for SPAN 490 in the eighth term in order to complete the thesis. The final version serves as the basis for an

oral examination by three or more members of the faculty. The quality of the thesis and of the oral defense

determines whether the student receives high honors (A or higher)or honors (A–).

A 490-course registration must be in addition to the minimum major requirement. The expected length of an

honors paper or high honors thesis is established by the adviser in consultation with the department chair.

Study Groups

Spain

The Spain Study Group operates in Santiago de Compostela and Madrid each fall semester. In order to be

eligible, a student must satisfactorily complete at least one 350-level survey and SPAN 361.

The study group experience is an integral part of the Spanish program, and all qualified majors are expected

to participate. Preference is given to majors and minors, but qualified non-majors are encouraged to apply.

The department has established the following policies for its study group in Madrid: two credits toward the

Spanish major or minor may be earned; students must register for a full load of courses; students may not

take a fifth course; all courses must be taken for a standard letter grade. Only in unusual circumstances will

the department chair grant exceptions to these rules.

Italy

Several university departments, including the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures,

collaborate in organizing the Venice Study Group. Basic Italian language knowledge required for application.

Eligibility may also be gained in other ways.

For more information, see Off-Campus Study.

La Casa Pan-Latina Americana

Students have an additional opportunity for language and cultural study through residence in La Casa Pan-

Latina Americana. The house provides a focal point for Latino students and a way for other students to

share cultural knowledge and language skills.

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Language Placement Regulations

Students wishing to continue a Romance language studied in secondary school should register for the

appropriate courses indicated by the prerequisites. For help determining placement see Language

Placement or Course Descriptions. Credit will not be granted to a student taking a course at a lower level

than a course for which the prerequisites have been completed. In all matters of language placement, the

department makes the final determination.

French Major

Major Requirements

A major in French is a program of study of French language and literature. It consists of a minimum of eight

courses at the 300 and 400 levels. It must include FREN 361, and five 400-level literature courses. Two

courses at the 350 level are required before any 400-level literature course may be taken. Exceptions to this

rule can be made only with the approval of the department chair. The 400-level courses are divided into the

following categories: French: Pre-1800 (category 1) and Post-1800 (category 2).

Independent study courses are permitted only when the above distribution requirements are met. FREN

490 is open only to candidates who are studying independently for honors.

Pre-1800 (category 1)

 FREN 421 - The Classical Stage

 FREN 423 - The 18th-Century Epistolary Novel in France

 FREN 425 - Libertine Fiction of the French 18th Century

 FREN 429 - The Age of Enlightenment

 FREN 433 - The Court of Louis XIV

 FREN 481 - Major French Authors

Post-1800 (category 2)

 FREN 430 - Literature of Adventure and Quest

 FREN 441 - Readings in French Poetry I

 FREN 450 - French Narrative in the Early 20th Century

 FREN 453 - Contemporary Literature in French

 FREN 455 - Francophone Voices from North Africa

 FREN 482 - Major French Authors

Regulations

The following regulations apply:

1. With some restrictions, only 300- and 400-level courses in language and literature may be counted.

2. FREN 361 may be taken for major credit on campus only. An exception is made for students who

have received credit for this course by scoring 5 on the AP language exam.

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3. A student who has completed a 400-level course may not take a 350-level survey course.

4. No course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the minimum

GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C); all departmental courses taken in the

major are used to calculate this average.

5. No more than two departmental courses counting toward a major may be taken in any one term.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Romance Languages

and Literatures department page.

Romance Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Romance Language and Literatures department catalog page.

French Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in French consists of a minimum of six courses at the 300 and 400 levels. In French this must

include FREN 361, two courses at the 350 level (taken before enrolling in a 400-level literature course), and

a minimum of three 400-level literature courses, with at least one course taken from each of the two

categories listed, under French Major.

Regulations

The following regulations apply:

1. With some restrictions, only 300- and 400-level courses in language and literature may be counted.

2. FREN 361 may be taken for minor credit on campus only. An exception is made for students who

have received credit for this course by scoring 5 on the AP language exam.

3. A student who has completed a 400-level course may not take a 350-level survey course.

4. No course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a minor. For graduation, the minimum

GPA required in courses counting toward a minor is 2.00 (C); all departmental courses taken in the

minor are used to calculate this average.

5. No more than two departmental courses counting toward a minor may be taken in any one term.

Romance Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Romance Language and Literatures department catalog page.

Spanish Major

Major Requirements

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A major in Spanish is a program of study of Hispanic language and literature. It consists of a minimum of

eight courses at the 300 and 400 levels. It must include SPAN 361, and five 400-level literature courses. The

400-level courses are divided into the following categories: Spanish: Pre-1900 (category 1) and Post-1900

(category 2).

Independent study courses are permitted only when the above distribution requirements are met. SPAN

490 is open only to candidates who are studying independently for honors. Majors who qualify are strongly

encouraged to participate in the Madrid Study Group.

Pre-1900 (category 1)

Spanish majors must take at least two courses from category 1.

 SPAN 460 - Spanish Renaissance and Baroque Poetry

 SPAN 461 - Theater of the Golden Age

 SPAN 462 - Cervantes' Don Quijote

 SPAN 467 - Latin American Romanticism

 SPAN 468 - Visions and Re-visions of the Spanish Conquest: An Interdisciplinary Perspective

 SPAN 476 - Linguistic History of Spain

 SPAN 481 - Major Hispanic Authors

 SPAN 483 - Spanish American Modernismo: Spleen, Femme Fatales, Artificial Paradises

Post-1900 (category 2)

 SPAN 470 - Subject and the City: Imagined and Real

 SPAN 473 - Women and Censorship in Contemporary Spanish Novels

 SPAN 474 - Short Fiction in Contemporary Spain

 SPAN 475 - Spanish as a Global Language

 SPAN 477 - Women Writing in Latin America

 SPAN 478 - Literature of the Caribbean

 SPAN 482 - Major Hispanic Authors

 SPAN 483 - Spanish American Modernismo: Spleen, Femme Fatales, Artificial Paradises

 SPAN 485 - Latin American Novels Before the Boom (1910-1950)

 SPAN 487 - Postdictatorial Transatlantic Theater

Regulations

The following regulations apply:

1. With some restrictions, only 300- and 400-level courses in language and literature may be counted.

2. SPAN 361 may be taken for major credit on campus only. An exception is made for students who

have received credit for these courses by scoring 5 on the AP language exam.

3. A student who has completed a 400-level course may not take a 350-level survey course.

4. No course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a major. For graduation, the minimum

GPA required in courses counting toward a major is 2.00 (C); all departmental courses taken in the

major are used to calculate this average.

5. No more than two departmental courses counting toward a major or may be taken in any one term.

Honors and High Honors

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Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Romance Languages

and Literatures department page.

Romance Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Romance Language and Literatures department catalog page.

Spanish Minor

Minor Requirements

A minor in Spanish consists of a minimum of six courses at the 300 and 400 levels. The Spanish minor must

include SPAN 361, and at least three 400-level literature courses, including at least one course from

category 1. No independent study courses may be credited toward the minor.

Students with minors in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply for the Madrid Study Group.

Regulations

The following regulations apply:

1. With some restrictions, only 300- and 400-level courses in language and literature may be counted.

2. SPAN 361 may be taken for minor credit on campus only. An exception is made for students who

have received credit for these courses by scoring 5 on the AP language exam.

3. A student who has completed a 400-level course may not take a 350-level survey course.

4. No course with a grade of less than C– is credited toward a minor. For graduation, the minimum

GPA required in courses counting toward a minor is 2.00 (C); all departmental courses taken in the

minor are used to calculate this average.

5. No more than two departmental courses counting toward a minor or may be taken in any one term.

Romance Languages and Literatures Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Romance Language and Literatures department catalog page.

Theater

Faculty

Professor A. Giurgea, Sweeney (Chair)

Associate Professor DuComb

Assistant Professors Bass, Swanson

Senior Lecturer S. Giurgea

Technical Director Labykina

Visiting Assistant Professor Moss

Visiting Instructor Aguilar

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Theater predates recorded history and remains a vital mode of artistic expression in the modern world. The

Department of Theater educates students in the interdisciplinary practice of theater through required

courses in acting, directing, stagecraft, and stage design, as well as elective courses in playwriting,

screenwriting, and dance. Students also study theater as a social and cultural institution through courses in

theater history and dramatic literature. Each semester, the department mounts a major production in the

University Theater, directed either by a member of the theater faculty or a distinguished guest artist. Theater

courses and University Theater productions are open not only to theater majors and minors but to all

students on campus.

Theater students at Colgate learn by doing in the intellectually and physically rigorous environment of studio

courses, rehearsals, and public performances. The curriculum transcends the artificial split of mind and

body, encouraging students to develop skills in both logic and intuition that apply to any field of endeavor. A

major or minor in theater fosters students' ability to read closely, think critically, and communicate clearly --

not only through speech and writing, but also through embodied presence. Students of theater are trained to

integrate analytical, physical, emotional, and interpersonal intelligence in a way that few other courses of

study demand.

By making and studying theater, Colgate students act out a variety of perspectives on the world, learning to

problem solve and self-start through immersion in the challenges of the creative process. Students have

opportunities both to lead and to collaborate. Graduates regularly pursue successful careers not only in

theater but also in communications, media, business, law, and technology. Students interested in majoring

or minoring in theater should discuss their plans with an adviser, and consider courses in music, art and art

history, film and media studies, English, and foreign languages and cultures to complement their theater

education.

Awards

Howard W. & Anne T. Pike Memorial Prize / Est. 1993 - Senior—awarded to a senior concentrator who has

demonstrated extensive scholarship, daring originality, and exceptional commitment to the art of theater.

Howard W. & Anne T. Pike Memorial Prize / Est. 1993 - Junior—awarded to a junior concentrator or minor

for their commitment and contribution to the department of theater and/or an outstanding artistic

accomplishment in a curricular project.

Howard W. & Anne T. Pike Memorial Prize / Est. 1993 - Technical Theater— awarded to a student who has

exhibited sustained commitment to technical theater and production support or an outstanding contribution

in a design capacity during their time at Colgate.

Howard W. & Anne T. Pike Memorial Prize / Est. 1993 - Essay—awarded for the best essay written in a

Department of Theater course in each academic year. Open to all class years. Nominations, which may be

made by students or members of the theater faculty, are ordinarily due around March 15.

Advanced Placement

The Department of Theater does not award Advanced Placement credit.

Transfer Credit

Because transferred courses must conform in content and rigor to Colgate's curriculum, students intending

to take a course in theater at another institution must discuss their plans with the department chair before

enrolling. Transfer credit for a theater course taken at another college or university will be granted only by

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the approval of the department. The department chair grants preliminary approval for appropriate courses,

which generally must resemble 300- or 400-level courses at Colgate. Upon return to campus, the student

brings the course syllabus, all papers written for the course, and a transcript registering its completion to the

department chair to receive final approval. No more than two courses (in the case of a minor, one course)

may be transferred for major credit. Students may not use a transferred course to fulfill the 400-level

seminar requirement of the major.

Honors and High Honors

Seniors with an average GPA of 3.5 or above in courses counted toward the Theater major may apply to

pursue an honors project. The application process for honors will be discussed in THEA 495 - Senior

Seminar in Theater. Proposals for honors projects should build on the student's previous work in the Theater

major. Proposals are normally due in October and must be approved by the Theater faculty.

Students pursuing an honors project are enrolled in THEA 496 - Special Studies for Honors Candidates in

Theater, during the spring term of their senior year. This course will ordinarily take the form of an

independent study with the supervisor of the student's honors project. THEA 496 must be taken in addition

to THEA 495 and to the minimum number of courses required for the Theater major. Students must

complete their honors projects by a date specified by the Department of Theater. If the Theater faculty

approves a completed project for honors, the student receives a grade in THEA 496. If a student withdraws

from the program, or if the final project is not approved for honors, THEA 496 is converted to THEA 491 -

Independent Study, and a grade is assigned by the student's faculty supervisor. Students are awarded high

honors on the basis of the quality of their chosen artistic project, thesis, and the oral presentation.

Students with further questions should contact the chair of the Department of Theater.

Preparation for Graduate Study

Students interested in graduate study should consult with their advisers early in their programs to be advised

about preparation for advanced work.

Theater Major

Major Requirements

The minimum of nine courses must include the following:

Acting and Directing

All of the following:

 THEA 254 - Acting I (should be completed by the end of the sophomore year.)

 THEA 354 - Directing I

Theater History and Dramatic Literature

Two courses (one of these courses should be completed by the end of sophomore year):

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 THEA 266/ENGL 266 - Introduction to Drama

 THEA 267/ENGL 267 - Modern Drama

Stagecraft and Design

Two courses (one of these courses should be completed by the end of sophomore year):

 THEA 250 - Stagecraft

Choose one of the following:

 THEA 252 - Scenic Design

 THEA 253 - Costume Design

Electives

Two additional full-credit courses (or the equivalent of two full credits):

 ENGL 326 - Shakespeare's Contemporaries

 THEA 246/FMST 246 - Introduction to Performance Studies

 THEA 252 - Scenic Design

 THEA 253 - Costume Design

 THEA 257 - Theater for Young Audiences Workshop

 THEA 259 - Performance I: Performance Workshop

 THEA 270 - Introduction to Dance Studies

 THEA 273/ALST 273 - Contemporary African American Drama

 THEA 276 - Playwriting I

 THEA 321/ENGL 321 - Shakespeare

 THEA 322/ENGL 322 - Shakespeare

 THEA 332 - Theater and Performance: London and the International Stage (Study Group)

 THEA 349/ENGL 349 - Global Theater

 THEA 350 - Theater Practicum

 THEA 353 - Theater, Play, and Improvisation

 THEA 355 - Acting II

 THEA 358 - Narrative Screenwriting

 THEA 359 - Performance II: Performance for the Stage

 THEA 454 - Directing II

 THEA 491 - Independent Study

 THEA 496 - Special Studies for Honors Candidates in Theater

 With the permission of the director of the department chair, drama courses in other languages,

selected courses in art and art history (such as ARTS 221 and ARTS 287), and selected courses in

music may also count towards the theater major.

Senior Seminar

 THEA 495 - Senior Seminar in Theater

Backstage or Technical Work

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A total of 40 hours of backstage or technical work beyond what is required in any theater courses. The first

20 hours must be completed by the end of junior year and no more than 20 hours may be completed in a

single semester.

University Theater Production

Participation in at least one University Theater production as a performer, dramaturg, designer, stage

manager, assistant director, or in another capacity, as approved by the chair of the Department of Theater.

GPA Requirement

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 is required in all courses counted toward the theater major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the theater

department catalog page.

Theater Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Theater department catalog page.

Theater Minor

Minor Requirements

The minimum of five courses must include the following:

Acting

 THEA 254 - Acting I

Theater History and Dramatic Literature

One course from the following:

 THEA 266/ENGL 266 Introduction to Drama

 THEA 267/ENGL 267 Modern Drama

Stagecraft or Design

One course from the following:

 THEA 250 - Stagecraft

 THEA 252 - Scenic Design

 THEA 253 - Costume Design

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Electives

One additional full-credit course (or the equivalent of one full credit) from a list of approved electives:

 ENGL 326 - Shakespeare's Contemporaries

 THEA 246/FMST 246 - Introduction to Performance Studies

 THEA 252 - Scenic Design

 THEA 253 - Costume Design

 THEA 257 - Theater for Young Audiences Workshop

 THEA 259 - Performance I: Performance Workshop

 THEA 270 - Introduction to Dance Studies

 THEA 273/ALST 273 - Contemporary African American Drama

 THEA 276 - Playwriting I

 THEA 321/ENGL 321 - Shakespeare

 THEA 322/ENGL 322 - Shakespeare

 THEA 332 - Theater and Performance: London and the International Stage (Study Group)

 THEA 349/ENGL 349 - Global Theater

 THEA 350 - Theater Practicum

 THEA 351 /ENGL 351 - American Theater

 THEA 353 - Theater, Play, and Improvisation

 THEA 355 - Acting II

 THEA 358 - Narrative Screenwriting

 THEA 359 - Performance II: Performance for the Stage

 THEA 376/ENGL 376 - Playwriting II

 THEA 454 - Directing II

 THEA 491 - Independent Study

 With the permission of the director of the department chair, drama courses in other languages,

selected courses in art and art history (such as ARTS 221 and ARTS 287), and selected courses in

music may also count towards the theater major.

Senior Seminar

 THEA 495 - Senior Seminar in Theater

Backstage or Technical Work

A total of 20 hours of backstage or technical work beyond what is required in any theater courses. The first

10 hours must be completed by the end of junior year.

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in all courses counted toward the theater minor.

Theater Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Theater department catalog page.

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Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Director R. Geier

Students may consider a natural science topical major if they wish to focus their studies in disciplinary or

interdisciplinary areas not encompassed by approved majors. Students may complete a topical major in

marine science — freshwater science or develop their own topical major. Requirements can be found on the

Natural Sciences Topical Major in Marine - Freshwater Science page.

Students pursuing an individualized topical major must first discuss a possible program of study with an

appropriate academic adviser, and then provide the division director with the proposed program and a

rationale for this program no later than the student’s fifth term at Colgate. Requirements can be found on

the Natural Sciences Topical Major page.

All courses in the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics count towards the Natural Sciences and

Mathematics area of inquiry requirement, unless otherwise noted in the course description.

Honors and High Honors

Following consultation with his or her research/capstone adviser and the director of the Division of Natural

Sciences and Mathematics, a student may be allowed to stand for honors in Natural Sciences following the

regulations in the research/capstone adviser's department or program. The awarding of honors will be

decided by faculty members from all departments or programs involved in the student's topical concentration

in Natural Sciences and must be approved by the director of the Division of Natural Sciences and

Mathematics.

The Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics offers three majors and houses the

departments/programs listed below:

Division of Natural Sciences and

Mathematics

Click for the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Natural Sciences Topical Major

Director R. Geier

Students pursuing an individualized topical major must first discuss a possible program of study with an

appropriate academic adviser and then provide the division director with the proposed program and a

rationale for this program no later than the student's fifth term at Colgate.

The topical major comprises at least 10 courses that closely relate to a common theme and are

complementary. Normally, eight courses must be major courses in departments within the Division of

Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Five or more of these courses must be at the 300 or 400 level, and at

least one must be a non-independent study, 400-level course in a science department. An overall GPA of at

least 2.00 is required for the courses chosen to meet major requirements.

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For more information about the division, please visit the Division of Natural Sciences and

Mathematics catalog page.

Natural Sciences Topical Major in Marine - Freshwater

Science

This program is particularly applicable for students who wish to take courses in both biology and geology.

Students major in natural sciences, with a topical emphasis in marine science — freshwater science.

Students completing this program have pursued graduate, health-related, and law degrees, as well as

private and government consulting positions and nautical education. Students anticipating graduate study

should plan their course selections carefully. Interested students should see biology professors

Frauendorf or McHugh, or geology professors Harpp, Harnik or Leventer.

Major Requirements

Required Courses

 BIOL 181 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity

 GEOL 135 - Oceanography and the Environment

 BIOL 304 - Invertebrate Zoology

 GEOL 215 - Paleontology of Marine Life

Two of the Following Courses

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes

 BIOL 335 - Limnology

 BIOL 340 - Marine Biology

Two of the Following Courses

 GEOL 225 - Sedimentology and Surficial Processes

 GEOL 315 - Conservation Paleobiology

 GEOL 335 - Hydrology and Geomorphology

 GEOL 303 - Geochemistry

 GEOL 416 - Marine Geology

 GEOL 420 - Solid Earth Processes

 GEOL 450 - Paleoclimatology

One 400-Level Research-Focused Course

 BIOL 478 - Animal Systematics, Phylogeny, and Diversity

 BIOL 487 - Advanced Aquatic Ecology

 BIOL 491 - Independent Study

 GEOL 441 - Senior Research Seminar

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 GEOL 491 - Independent Study

Cognate Courses

One year of cognate courses (two courses) from one of the following departments: chemistry, mathematics,

or physics, in addition to CHEM 111 or CHEM 101 and one of: CHEM 102 or GEOL 253 or ENST 345.

Field Experience

One field experience at a marine or freshwater science station. In consultation with their major advisers,

students are encouraged to seek off-campus opportunities where they can be engaged in field work.

Additional Information

A semester's course equivalence (two or three courses such as marine ecology, aquatic ecology, geological

oceanography, etc.) on an approved off-campus study program or at a marine or freshwater station may be

substituted for some of the above courses when approved by an evaluating committee representing both the

biology and geology departments. Students must petition the evaluating committee for approval once they

are accepted at a marine or freshwater station, prior to actual enrollment in the courses.

Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division

For more information about the division, please visit the Division of Natural Sciences and

Mathematics catalog page.

Physical Science Major

Adviser M.E. Parks

Students taking courses in chemistry, mathematics, and physics who do not wish to major in only one of

them should consider a physical science interdisciplinary major.

Major Requirements

Students who receive Colgate credit, either through advanced placement or through transfer credit, for any

courses that would normally count toward the major are allowed to apply that credit toward the major.

Students who place into a higher-level course without receiving credit for the introductory course will be

required to take another course in order to bring the total number of courses taken in the major to thirteen.

The alternative course need not be in the same department as the one exempted, but it must be at the 200,

300, or 400 level. CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 may be replaced by CHEM 111 without requiring an additional

course.

The major consists of thirteen courses divided among the three subjects (chemistry, math, and physics) as

follows:

Required Courses

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Because these eight courses are pre-requisites for the additional courses below, it is recommended that

students complete these by the end of the sophomore year.

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II

 MATH 161 - Calculus I

 MATH 162 - Calculus II

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism

Additional Courses

Students also complete five more courses, which must be approved by the major adviser:

 One must be a chemistry course

 One must be a physics course

 Three must be at the 300 level or higher

Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division

For more information about the division, please visit the Natural Sciences and Mathematics

division catalog page.

Biology

Faculty

Professors Ay, Belanger, Cardelús, Frey (Chair), Hagos, Holm, Hoopes, Ingram, McCay, McHugh, Watkins

Associate Professors Jimenez, Meyers, Taye, Van Wynsberghe

Assistant Professor Frauendorf

Laboratory Instructors LaFave, Schult

Visiting Assistant Professor Weber

A major in biology is the traditional undergraduate preparation for students planning to pursue career

interests in the biological or health-related sciences. Although the majority of majors ultimately pursue

careers in the life sciences, a significant number of individuals with other career interests choose the major

within the liberal arts context. The department's majors are found today in positions of responsibility in many

fields outside the life sciences, including business, theology, law, and the performing arts. Biology majors

who are interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching should refer to

Educational Studies.

Students expecting to attend graduate or professional schools are reminded that these schools frequently

recommend or require calculus, statistics, computer science, chemistry (typically through organic), and a

year of physics as cognates to the biology major.

Awards

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The Oswald T. Avery Award — awarded by the department in honor of Dr. Oswald T. Avery, who graduated

in the class of 1900 and subsequently made major research discoveries in molecular biology at the

Rockefeller Institute. The award is given each year to one or more senior majors in molecular biology

chosen by the faculty on the basis of academic achievement, academic development, research project, and

departmental service.

The Raymond J. Myers Award — awarded by the department in honor of Professor Raymond J. Myers, who

taught biology at Colgate from 1934 to 1972. The award is given each year to one or more senior majors in

biology chosen by the faculty on the basis of academic achievement, academic development, research

project, and departmental service.

The Christopher Oberheim Memorial Award — established as an award for a biology student chosen by the

faculty on the basis of showing great promise in research, as evidenced by previous work.

Advanced Placement Policy

An incoming student who submits an AP grade of 4 or 5 will receive credit for BIOL 101. This course can be

counted as a 100-level elective course. Students with AP credit are encouraged to enter the department's

curriculum with BIOL 181 or BIOL 182.

Honors and High Honors

A student may be allowed to stand for honors or high honors in the department following approval of their

research adviser. Both honors and high honors in biology require an overall GPA of 3.30 in courses counted

toward the major, a demonstrated deep commitment to research in biology, an oral presentation to the

department, a review paper, and a research paper submitted to the research adviser and two committee

members. The research project evaluated for honors must be based on at least one (honors) or two (high

honors) semesters or summers of research. The awarding of honors and high honors will be decided by the

faculty in consultation with the adviser and honors committee and will be based on the demonstrated

commitment to research and the quality of the research project, the thesis, and the oral presentation.

Research projects submitted for honors or high honors must be carried out on campus or on the Bethesda

Biomedical Research study group or Singapore Exchange Program.

International Exam Transfer Credit

Transfer credit may be granted to incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an

international exam (e.g., A-Levels, International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence

equivalent to the completion of a specific course in the department. Requests should be directed to the

department chair. Any such credit may not be used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement, but

may count towards the major.

Transfer Credit

A maximum of two biology course credits transferred from other institutions may be applied toward major

requirements. Students who intend to transfer a course must supply the department chair with a course

description and a course syllabus for evaluation prior to taking the course. Students transferring to Colgate

with upper-class standing may petition the department for permission to transfer a third course. Courses

taken on Colgate Study Groups are approved in the same manner as other non-Colgate courses, but they

are not included in the total transfer credit limit. Courses transferred into the major from other institutions

cannot be counted toward the lab-course requirement.

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Teacher Certification

The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for majors in biology who are

interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to Educational

Studies.

Related Majors

Molecular Biology

The major in molecular biology is designed for students who are interested in biology at the molecular level

and who wish to take courses in both biology and chemistry. For further information, contact Professors Ay,

Belanger, Hagos, Holm, Hoopes, Meyers, Taye, or Van Wynsberghe. Program requirements are described

under Molecular Biology Major.

Environmental Biology

This major is affiliated with the Environmental Studies Program (ENST) and is designed for students

interested in biology and the environment. For further information, contact Professors Cardelús, Frauendorf,

Frey, Ingram, McCay, or Watkins. Program requirements are described under Environmental Biology Major.

Natural Sciences Topical Major in Marine - Freshwater

Science

This topical major is offered with the cooperation of the geology department through the Division of Natural

Sciences and Mathematics. This program is particularly applicable for students who wish to take courses in

both biology and geology. For further information, contact Professors Frauendorf or McHugh. Program

requirements are described under Natural Sciences Topical Major in Marine - Freshwater Science.

Mathematical Systems Biology Minor

This minor is affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and is designed for students interested in how

mathematics can be applied to the study of living systems. For further information, contact Professor Ay or

the chair of either Biology or Mathematics. Minor requirements are described under Mathematical Systems

Biology Minor.

Other majors and minor

Certain courses in biology count toward majors in biochemistry, geology, and neuroscience, and the geology

minor. (See chemistry, geology, and psychology listings in this chapter.)

Study Groups

Australia Study Group (fall term)

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An opportunity for junior majors in environmental biology to expand their environmental studies at the

University of Wollongong, one hour south of Sydney.

Australia Study Group (spring term)

An opportunity for junior science majors to study at the University of Wollongong, one hour south of Sydney.

Bethesda Biomedical Research Study Group (fall term)

An opportunity for juniors and seniors interested in careers in the biomedical sciences to spend a research-

intensive semester at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.

Singapore Exchange (fall term)

An opportunity for sophomore and junior natural science majors to study at the National University of

Singapore while being immersed in the rich culture and history of Southeast Asia.

Wales Study Group (spring term)

An opportunity for junior science majors to study at Cardiff University.

Extended Study

The biology department also offers international extended study courses and encourages participation in

Colgate approved off-campus study programs.

For more information, see Off-Campus Study.

Biology Major

The Department of Biology offers a major program designed to provide students with a common conceptual

foundation through two required courses and an opportunity to pursue breadth and specialization through an

extensive selection of elective course offerings, seminars, and research tutorials. Questions about

requirements may be directed to the department chair.

Major Requirements

The major program consists of the following requirements:

Required Biology Courses

 BIOL 181 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity and BIOL 181L

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes and BIOL 182L

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Both courses and their credit bearing laboratory components must be completed with a grade of C-

or better.

Required Chemistry Courses

General Chemistry sequence:

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L

or, if eligible, the following course may be substituted for the above sequence:

 CHEM 111 - Chemical Principles and CHEM 111L

Process of Biology

One course with lab from the following list:

 BIOL 201 - Evolution and BIOL 201L

 BIOL 202 - Genetics and BIOL 202L

 BIOL 203 - Ecology and BIOL 203L

 BIOL 204 - Molecular Biology and BIOL 204L

 BIOL 205 - Cell Biology and BIOL 205L

 BIOL 206 - Organismal Biology and BIOL 206L

Five Electives

 One elective can be at any level.

 The four remaining electives must be numbered 300 or higher and two must have a lab

component.

 Research-based courses numbered 470 or higher may not count as electives toward the major.

 GEOL 215 also serves as an elective biology course.

Research Tutorial Experience

 A one-credit research experience, normally satisfied with a research tutorial (a course numbered

BIOL 470-490).

 Research on the Bethesda Biomedical Research study group (BIOL 393 and BIOL 493) may be

used to satisfy this requirement.

 UROPS courses taken at the National University of Singapore (NUS) may be used to satisfy this

requirement.

 With prior approval by the biology department, a senior-level independent study course or capstone

experience in another department may be used to fulfill the research requirement.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Biology department page.

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Biology Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Biology department catalog page.

Biology Minor

Minor Requirements

A student may plan a minor program in biology in consultation with a member of the department staff. Such

a program consists of five biology courses, of which only one can be numbered BIOL 102 or lower.

The policies regarding minimum grade requirements established for a major apply to the minor program as

well.

A student entering Colgate as a first-year student may apply for transfer credit toward the minor for one

course taken at another institution. A student transferring from another institution with junior or

senior standing may petition for transfer credit for a second course toward the minor.

Biology Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Biology department catalog page.

Molecular Biology Major

Director B. Hoopes

This program is intended for students who are interested in biology at the molecular level and who wish to

take several courses in both biology and chemistry. Interested students should see biology professors Ay,

Belanger, Hagos, Holm, Hoopes, Meyers, Taye, or Van Wynsberghe.

Major Requirements

Course requirements are described below.

Biology

All of the Following

 BIOL 181 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity and BIOL 181L

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes and BIOL 182L Both courses and their credit bearing

laboratory components must be completed with a grade of C- or better.

Both courses and their credit bearing laboratory components must be completed with a grade of C-

or better.

Process of Biology

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One course from the following:

 BIOL 202 - Genetics and BIOL 202L

 BIOL 204 - Molecular Biology and BIOL 204L

 BIOL 205 - Cell Biology and BIOL 205L

Three Electives

One elective can be at any level. Of the two remaining electives, one must be numbered 300 or higher and

one must be numbered 330 or higher. One of these two 300-level courses must have a laboratory

component. Only one research-based course numbered 470 or higher can count toward the major.

Molecular Biology Electives

Research Tutorial Experience

 A one-credit research experience, normally satisfied with a research tutorial (a course numbered

BIOL 470-490).

 Research at the Bethesda Biomedical Research as part of the Colgate Study Group (BIOL 393 or

BIOL 493) may be used to satisfy this requirement.

 UROPS courses taken at the National University of Singapore (NUS) may be used to satisfy this

requirement.

 With prior approval by the biology department, a senior-level independent study course or capstone

experience in another department may be used to fulfill the research requirement.

Cognate Courses

Chemistry

General Chemistry Option

The following two courses:

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L

or, if eligible, the following course may be substituted for the above sequence:

 CHEM 111 - Chemical Principles and CHEM 111L

All of the Following

 CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry I

 CHEM 264 - Organic Chemistry II

 CHEM 353 - Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Cognate Courses

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Math or Computer Science Course

 one course in mathematics or computer science (except COSC 100 or COSC 150). The math

course requirement may be met by taking BIOL 320 - Biostatistics.

Physics Sequence

 PHYS 111 - Fundamental Physics I and PHYS 111L

 PHYS 112 - Fundamental Physics II and PHYS 112L

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics and PHYS 232L

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism and PHYS 233L

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Biology department page.

Biology Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Biology department catalog page.

Chemistry

Faculty

Professors Chianese, Geier, Nolen

Associate Professor Keith (Chair)

Assistant Professors Goldberg, Hu, Muller, Peeler, Perring

Visiting Assistant Professors Mei, Rahman, Sheng, Shopov

Laboratory Instructors Chanatry, Jue

Lecturer Dunckel

Visiting Instructor Moose

A major in chemistry or biochemistry is suitable for students who wish to prepare for careers in the chemical

profession or in the related fields of life, health, or earth sciences. Many graduates go on to advanced

programs in biochemistry, chemistry, environmental sciences, chemical physics, pharmacology, medicine,

dentistry, or veterinary medicine. Recent chemistry and biochemistry students have also pursued careers in

law, business, teaching, and other fields.

Teacher Certification

The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for majors in chemistry who are

interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to Educational

Studies.

Awards

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The Haskell Schiff Memorial Prize — given to the member of the first-year class who seems to show the

most promise for a career in physical chemistry.

The Edwin Foster Kingsbury Prizes — established as an annual award to those students whose

performance and promise is judged by the department to be the most outstanding during the year of the

award.

The Lawrence Chemical Prizes — established in honor of G.O. Lawrence of Buenos Aires by Dr. Joseph

Frank McGregory, professor of chemistry 1883–1929, and awarded to two students for excellence in

chemistry. The Elmer R. Trumbull Endowment, established in 1985 through the generosity of Elmer R.

Trumbull, Professor of Chemistry at Colgate University, supports the Lawrence Prize.

The McGregory Fellowship in Chemistry —awarded annually to a member of the graduating class or to an

alum of not more than two years' standing, who is considered most worthy. The holder of this fellowship

shall continue the study of chemistry for the doctoral degree and may be reappointed annually until receiving

the degree; but ordinarily not for more than three years.

The Roy Burnett Smith Prize in Chemistry — established in 1959 in honor of the late Professor Roy B.

Smith, a member of the Department of Chemistry 1899–1940. The award is made annually at the discretion

of the department to a student majoring in chemistry.

The Thurner Prize — established by Professor Emeritus Joseph J. Thurner to encourage research by

chemistry students, and awarded annually for the best honors thesis or equivalent paper based on

laboratory or other research, written by a senior major in chemistry and/or biochemistry.

The American Chemical Society's Division of Inorganic Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Inorganic

Chemistry — established by the American Chemical Society's Division of Inorganic Chemistry to recognize

achievement by undergraduate students in the field of inorganic chemistry and to encourage further study in

the field.

The American Chemical Society's Division of Organic Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Organic

Chemistry — established by the American Chemical Society's Division of Organic Chemistry to recognize a

senior student who displays a significant aptitude for organic chemistry and to encourage further interest in

the field.

The American Chemical Society's Division of Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Analytical

Chemistry — established by the American Chemical Society's Division of Analytical Chemistry to encourage

student interest in analytical chemistry and to recognize students who display an aptitude for a career in the

field.

The American Chemical Society's Division of Physical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Physical

Chemistry — established by the American Chemical Society's Division of Physical Chemistry to recognize

outstanding achievement in physical chemistry, and to encourage further pursuits in the field.

Advanced Placement

Students may replace the normal, two-semester, introductory chemistry sequence (CHEM 101 and CHEM

102) with a one-semester course (CHEM 111) if they meet one of the following minimum criteria: a score of

4 on the Advanced Placement (AP) chemistry exam, a score of 6 or 7 on the higher level international

baccalaureate (IB) chemistry exam, a score of 650 on the SAT II chemistry exam, or a grade of A or B on

the British A-level exam. Students choosing this course are encouraged to take CHEM 212 in the spring of

their first year, providing an early start into the chemistry major. Exceptionally well-prepared students from

other pre-matriculation programs should consult with the department chair regarding advanced standing.

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Students may also receive course credit (CHEM 100) for an AP score of 4 or 5 or British A-level grade of A

or B.

Honors and High Honors

Honors and High Honors in Biochemistry

Honors in biochemistry may be awarded on the same basis as honors in chemistry (see below), except that

a student must have at least an overall GPA of 3.00 and a combined GPA of at least 3.00 in all chemistry,

biology, physics, and mathematics courses taken.

Honors and High Honors in Chemistry

Honors in chemistry may be awarded to majors who accumulate an overall GPA of at least 3.00 and a

combined GPA of at least 3.00 in all chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses taken; complete

approved honors projects; and present the results of their projects in both a written thesis and an oral

defense to the department. The decision to award honors, high honors, or neither is based on the quality of

the honors project, the quality of its presentation and defense, and other evidence of distinction.

Transfer Credit

Transfer students generally receive credit for satisfactorily completed chemistry courses taken at other

institutions that correspond to courses at Colgate. The department considers such transfer credits

individually, and students should provide information about the courses (syllabi, catalog statements, lab

notebooks, textbooks, etc.) to the department chair for consideration. These arrangements should be made

well before beginning classes at Colgate.

Matriculated Colgate students may receive credit for chemistry courses taken at other colleges/universities.

Summer courses must meet several criteria established by the department concerning the course content,

the length of the course, and the number and length of class and laboratory meetings. Students considering

transferring credit to Colgate for a summer chemistry course should obtain a copy of the department's

criteria for an acceptable course, discuss the course with the department chair, and receive approval before

taking the summer course. Final acceptance of the transfer credit is contingent upon satisfactory

performance on a competency exam; the department administers this exam prior to the drop/add period for

the fall term immediately following the summer course.

Other International Exam Transfer Credit

Transfer credit and/or placement appropriate to academic development of a student may be granted to

incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an international exam (e.g., International

Baccalaureate, Abitur) that indicates a level of competence equivalent to the completion of a specific course

in the department. Requests should be directed to the department chair.

Summer Research Opportunities

Colgate's chemistry department has a rich summer research program and there are numerous summer

research opportunities at university, government, and private labs around the country. It is recommended

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that chemistry and biochemistry majors participate in a full-time research experience before they graduate,

in addition to the required year of senior research (CHEM 481/CHEM 482). Students receive stipends, and

campus housing is available at reduced rates.

Recommendations

Students wishing to earn an American Chemical Society certified bachelor's degree in chemistry are

required to take CHEM 212/CHEM 212L, CHEM 353, and two 400-level courses.

MATH 163 and MATH 214 are recommended for students considering graduate study in physical or

theoretical chemistry, physical or theoretical biochemistry, or biophysics.

Study Groups

Colgate sponsors several off-campus study groups especially appropriate for majors in chemistry and

biochemistry, including the following:

 Australia II Study Group at the University of Wollongong

 Bethesda Biomedical Research in Bethesda, Maryland

 Singapore Exchange at the National University of Singapore

 Wales Study Group at Cardiff University

For more information, consult with the department chair and see Off-Campus Study.

Biochemistry Major

Major Requirements

The major program consists of the following requirements:

All of the Following

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes and BIOL 182L (usually taken by the sophomore year)

 BIOL 361 - Biochemistry of Gene Expression (another 300- or 400-level BIOL course may be

substituted with approval from chemistry department chair)

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L (usually completed in the first year)

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L (usually completed in the first year)

 CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry I and CHEM 263L (usually completed in the sophomore year)

 CHEM 264 - Organic Chemistry II and CHEM 264L (usually completed in the sophomore year)

 CHEM 336 - Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences (in rare cases, CHEM 333 or CHEM 334 may

be substituted with department chair approval)

 CHEM 353 - Proteins and Nucleic Acids

 CHEM 385 - Biophysical Chemistry Methods

 CHEM 481 - Advanced Chemistry Research (research conducted by biochemistry majors while

participating in Colgate's Bethesda Biomedical Research in the fall of their senior year fulfills this

requirement.)

 CHEM 482 - Advanced Chemistry Research (usually completed in the spring of senior year)

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Note: CHEM 111/CHEM 111L, a one-term course designed for the well-prepared student, may be

substituted for CHEM 101/CHEM 101L and CHEM 102/CHEM 102L and facilitates an early entry

into CHEM 212/CHEM 212L

Electives

One of the following:

 CHEM 212 - Inorganic Chemistry and CHEM 212L

 CHEM 214 - Inorganic Chemistry

 CHEM 371 - Instrumental Methods

Integrated Laboratory Course

At least one of the following CHEM 380-series integrated laboratory courses:

 CHEM 381 - Practical Quantitative Analysis

 CHEM 382 - Molecular Spectroscopy

 CHEM 384 - Molecular Dynamics

 CHEM 387 - Special Topics: Structure and Analysis

Half-Semester Courses

At least one course credit from the half-semester courses:

 CHEM 452 - Metabolic Chemistry

 CHEM 454 - Bioenergetics

 CHEM 456 - Bioinorganic Chemistry

 CHEM 468 - Medicinal Chemistry

Note

Independent Studies (CHEM 291, CHEM 391, and CHEM 491) may not normally be substituted for one of

the courses listed in the above requirements, but if it can be demonstrated that such a course provides

sufficient breadth at the advanced level, the department will consider a petition for substitution.

Additional Requirements

Calculus Course Option

At least one course from the following:

 MATH 162 - Calculus II

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

MATH 161 is the recommended starting point for students with minimal secondary school calculus

experience.

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Physics Sequence

One of the following sequences (usually taken by the sophomore year):

 PHYS 111 - Fundamental Physics I and PHYS 111L

 PHYS 112 - Fundamental Physics II and PHYS 112L

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves and PHYS 131L

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics and PHYS 232L

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism and PHYS 233L

Seminar Series

Junior and senior majors are expected to attend a weekly seminar series at which students, faculty, and

guests present topics from the current literature and their own research.

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required for the chemistry and biology courses (and associated labs)

chosen to meet major requirements.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Chemistry department page.

Recommendations

Those who wish to major in biochemistry normally take CHEM 101/CHEM 101L and CHEM 102/CHEM

102L (or CHEM 111/CHEM 111L) and the necessary math courses in the first year. The standard

sophomore courses are CHEM 263/CHEM 263L and CHEM 264/CHEM 264L, plus the year of introductory

physics or BIOL 182/BIOL 182L. Typically, juniors will take CHEM 353 and CHEM 385 in the fall or spring

semester, and CHEM 336 in the spring semester. Students can elect to take either CHEM 371/CHEM 381 in

the fall term or CHEM 214 and a CHEM 380-series integrated laboratory course CHEM 382, CHEM 384, or

CHEM 387 in the junior year. Seniors take CHEM 481, CHEM 482 along with one course credit from CHEM

452, CHEM 454, CHEM 456, or CHEM 468.

Chemistry Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Chemistry department catalog page.

Chemistry Major

Major Requirements

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The major program consists of the following requirements:

All of the Following

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L (usually completed in the first year)

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L (usually completed in the first year)

 CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry I and CHEM 263L (usually completed in the sophomore year)

 CHEM 264 - Organic Chemistry II and CHEM 264L (usually completed in the sophomore year)

 CHEM 333 - Physical Chemistry I (usually completed in the fall of junior year)

 CHEM 334 - Physical Chemistry II (usually completed in the spring of junior year)

 CHEM 371 - Instrumental Methods (usually completed in the fall of junior year)

 CHEM 381 - Practical Quantitative Analysis (usually completed in the fall of junior year)

 CHEM 382 - Molecular Spectroscopy

 CHEM 481 - Advanced Chemistry Research (research conducted by chemistry majors while

participating in Colgate's Bethesda Biomedical Research in the fall of their senior year fulfills this

requirement.)

 CHEM 482 - Advanced Chemistry Research (usually completed in the spring of senior year)

CHEM 111/CHEM 111L, a one-term course designed for the well-prepared first-year student, may

be substituted for CHEM 101/CHEM 101L and CHEM 102/CHEM 102L and facilitates an early

entry into CHEM 212/CHEM 212L.

Integrated Laboratory

At least one from the following (usually taken in the junior year):

 CHEM 384 - Molecular Dynamics

 CHEM 385 - Biophysical Chemistry Methods

 CHEM 387 - Special Topics: Structure and Analysis

Electives

At least two course credits one of which must be a full-semester course from:

Full-Semester Courses

 CHEM 212 - Inorganic Chemistry and CHEM 212L

 CHEM 214 - Inorganic Chemistry

 CHEM 353 - Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Half-Semester Courses

 CHEM 413 - Molecular Symmetry

 CHEM 415 - Organometallic Chemistry

 CHEM 431 - Molecular Modeling and Simulation

 CHEM 440 - Materials Chemistry

 CHEM 452 - Metabolic Chemistry

 CHEM 454 - Bioenergetics

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 CHEM 456 - Bioinorganic Chemistry

 CHEM 461 - Organic Reaction Mechanisms

 CHEM 464 - Organic Synthesis

 CHEM 468 - Medicinal Chemistry

 CHEM 477 - Environmental Chemistry

Note:

Independent Studies (CHEM 291, CHEM 391, and CHEM 491) may not normally be substituted for one of

the courses listed in the above requirements, but if it can be demonstrated that such a course provides

sufficient breadth at the advanced level, the department will consider a petition for substitution.

Additional Requirements

Calculus Course Option

At least one course from the following:

 MATH 162 - Calculus II

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

MATH 161 is the recommended starting point for students with minimal secondary school calculus

experience.

Physics Sequence

One of the following sequences (usually taken by the sophomore year):

 PHYS 111 - Fundamental Physics I and PHYS 111L

 PHYS 112 - Fundamental Physics II and PHYS 112L

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves and PHYS 131L

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics and PHYS 232L

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism and PHYS 233L

Seminar Series

Junior and senior majors are expected to attend a weekly seminar series at which students, faculty, and

guests present topics from the current literature and their own research.

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required for the chemistry courses (and associated labs) chosen to meet

major requirements.

Honors and High Honors

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Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Chemistry department page.

Chemistry Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Chemistry department catalog page.

Chemistry Minor

Minor Requirements

The minor program consists of the following requirements:

General Chemistry Option

The following two courses:

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L

or, if eligible, the following course may be substituted for the above sequence:

 CHEM 111 - Chemical Principles and CHEM 111L

All of the Following

 CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry I and CHEM 263L

 Three additional course credits obtained from full- or half-semester chemistry courses at the 200,

300, or 400 level

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required for the chemistry courses (and associated labs) chosen to meet

major requirements.

Chemistry Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Chemistry department catalog page.

Computer Science

Faculty

Professors Nevison, Sommers

Associate Professors Gember-Jacobson, Hay (Chair), Fourquet, Ramachandran

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Assistant Professors Apthorpe, Davis, Diana, Haleman, Prasad

Visiting Assistant Professors Haldeman, Manzourolajdad, Perkins, Samuel

Laboratory Instructors Cucura, Kay, Lyboult, Valete, Van Wert

Computer science is the study of algorithmic processes and the machines that carry out these processes.

Computer science is a mix of theory, application, design, and experiment. Theory addresses questions

about the nature and limits of computation, the abstract properties of machine models, the complexity of

algorithms, and the formalization of programming languages. Applications include machine and systems

design, the design and implementation of programming languages, artificial intelligence, networks, graphics,

and simulation. An important aspect of computer science is the development of methods for the systematic

design of large systems in hardware and software. Both applications and theoretical issues must be tested

experimentally.

The computer science major prepares students either for graduate study in computer science or for a variety

of professional careers. The computer science minor and the major in computer science/mathematics

prepare students for professions in which computer science overlaps significantly with another

discipline. COSC 140 provides opportunities for non-majors to learn about computer applications in the

liberal arts and to survey, at an introductory level, some topics in computer science.

Awards

The Award for Excellence — awarded by the department to a student on the basis of outstanding academic

performance in coursework taken within the department.

The Laura Sanchis Award for Excellence in Research — awarded by the department to a student on the

basis of outstanding research performed within the department.

The Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Computer Science Community — awarded by the department

to a student who has made outstanding contributions to the students and faculty in computer science. This

may reflect outstanding work as a laboratory tutor and monitor, work on developing software used by

students and faculty, work on maintaining the hardware and software in the computer science laboratories,

or academic leadership in the department.

The Edward P. Felt '81 Memorial Prize Fund in Computer Science — established in 2001 by family, friends,

classmates, and professors. This is an annual prize created in memory of Ed Felt '81, who died aboard the

September 11, 2001, flight that went down in western Pennsylvania. This prize shall be awarded with first

preference given to a student or students who exhibit excellence in the field of computer science.

Advanced Placement and Transfer Credit

The department grants advanced placement and credit to students who perform satisfactorily on the College

Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement (AP) exam for computer science as follows: students

receiving scores of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science A exam receive credit for COSC 101 and scores of 4

or 5 on the AP Computer Science Principles exam receive credit for COSC 100. Other students with

sufficient secondary school background in computer science may receive advanced placement without

credit after consultation with the department chair. Transfer credit for a computer science course taken at

another college or university will be granted only by the approval of the department. In total, at most three

course credits transferred from other institutions may be applied toward major requirements. For each

approved program, a maximum of two credits may count toward major requirements, with some exceptions

for programs that have a computer science focus. The credit limit does not include associated labs, if

applicable.

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Honors and High Honors

Computer Science

Students who graduate with a 3.30 overall average and a 3.50 average in the major program will receive

department honors. A student who meets the honors requirement may enroll in COSC 492 - Honors

Research and submit a senior research thesis advised by a faculty member in the department. A student

who completes a satisfactory thesis will receive high honors.

Computer Science/Mathematics

Students who graduate with an average of 3.30 overall average and a 3.50 average in the major program

will receive honors. A student with an average of 3.70 in the major courses may submit a senior research

thesis. A committee of three members of the faculty, including at least one from each department, will

evaluate the thesis. A student who completes a satisfactory thesis will receive high honors.

International Exam Transfer Credit

Transfer credit and/or placement appropriate to academic development of a student may be granted to

incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an international exam (e.g., A-Levels,

International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence equivalent to the completion of a specific

course in the department. Requests should be directed to the department chair. Any such credit may not be

used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement, but may count towards the major.

Computer Science Major

Major Requirements

The computer science major consists of 8 courses, starting with COSC 102. Foundational and elective

courses at the 200-level prepare students for electives at the 300- and 400-levels. The requirements for the

major are as follows:

Preparatory Courses

 COSC 101 - Introduction for Computing I and COSC 101L or equivalent experience (usually

completed in the first year)

Required Courses

 COSC 102 - Introduction for Computing II and COSC 102L

 COSC 202 - Data Structures and Algorithms and COSC 202L

 COSC 208 - Introduction to Computer Systems and COSC 208L

 COSC 290 - Discrete Structures and COSC 290L

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Electives

 Four COSC courses at the 200, 300 or 400 level

o No more than one may be at the 200 level

o At least one must be at the 400 level

o COSC 291, COSC 391, COSC 491, and COSC 492 are not counted toward this

requirement.

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the COSC courses chosen to meet the major requirements is necessary to

satisfy the major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Computer

Science department page.

Computer Science Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Computer Science department catalog page.

Computer Science Minor

Minor Requirements

The requirements for the minor are as follows:

Required Courses

 COSC 102 - Introduction for Computing II and COSC 102L

 4 COSC courses at the 200, 300, or 400 level

o At least one course must be at the 300 or 400 level.

o COSC 291, COSC 391, COSC 491 and COSC 492 do not count toward this requirement.

Computer Science Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Computer Science department catalog page.

Computer Science/Mathematics Major

Major Requirements

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Preparatory Courses

Preparation for this major consists of the following courses:

 MATH 161 - Calculus I

 MATH 162 - Calculus II

 COSC 101 - Introduction for Computing I

 COSC 102 - Introduction for Computing II

All of the Following

 COSC 202 - Data Structures and Algorithms and COSC 202L

 COSC 208 - Introduction to Computer Systems and COSC 208L

 COSC 290 - Discrete Structures and COSC 290L

 One COSC course at the 400 level, not including COSC 491 and COSC 492

 One additional COSC course at the 200, 300, or 400 level, not including COSC 291, COSC 391,

COSC 491, and COSC 492

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 MATH 250 - Number Theory and Mathematical Reasoning

 MATH 375 - Abstract Algebra I

Math Course

One of the following:

 MATH 302 - Systems Biology

 MATH 310 - Combinatorial Problem Solving

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

 MATH 316 - Probability

 MATH 354 - Data Analysis I - Generalized Linear Models

 MATH 360 - Graph Theory

 MATH 489 - Axiomatic Set Theory

 MATH 410 - Ramsey Theory

 MATH 416 - Mathematical Statistics

 MATH 450 - Number Theory II

 MATH 481 - Investigations in Computational Biology

 MATH 485 - Abstract Algebra II

 MATH 499 - Mathematical Logic

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses chosen to meet the major requirements is necessary to satisfy the

major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Computer

Science department page.

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Computer Science Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Computer Science department catalog page.

Earth and Environmental Geosciences

Faculty

Professors Harpp, Leventer, Peck (Chair)

Associate Professors Adams, Levy, Wong

Assistant Professors Harnik

Senior Lecturers Keller, Koleszar

The Earth and environmental geosciences explore Earth's natural systems: its rocky surface and interior, the

oceans and rivers of the hydrosphere, the icy cryosphere, the climate and the atmosphere, and the co-

evolution of the biosphere and the planet. The field of geoscience is a multi-disciplinary effort aimed at

understanding the physical and chemical nature of the Earth, the evolution and impact of life on our planet,

and how global processes operate now, in the past, and in the future. The discipline combines the scientific

study of Earth materials, such as minerals, rocks, and fossils, and planet-scale processes uncovered

through Earth-observing data derived from satellites, geophysical instruments, and models. An important

focus of the field is how past and present-day ecosystems and environments have been and continue to be

shaped by plate tectonics, volcanism, mountain building, climate change, evolution, and human activity

through time.

Introductory courses are designed to contribute significantly to a liberal arts education and an understanding

of Earth and the environment. Advanced courses are more specialized and provide the highest possible

level of general and pre-professional training for majors.

Students in the department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences pursue a Geology or Environmental

Geology concentration that prepares students to pursue careers in the geological and environmental

sciences, business, and education, as well as government and public service. Upon graduation, many

majors attend graduate school in geology, hydrology, oceanography, environmental sciences, and

environmental policy and law. Other graduates go directly into a wide spectrum of employment situations,

including business, environmental consulting, teaching, administration in schools and museums, and mineral

resources and petroleum-related jobs.

Students interested in pursuing graduate school in the geosciences should note that some graduate schools

expect applicants to have supplemented their undergraduate geology courses with introductory calculus,

chemistry, and physics or biology. The Earth and Environmental Geosciences department encourages all

majors to take these courses; they are required for honors in geology.

Teacher Certification

The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for Geology or Environmental

Geology majors who are interested in careers in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to

Educational Studies.

Awards

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The Award for Excellence in Geoscience — awarded annually by the department to the student who best

demonstrates a combination of excellence in the classroom and creativity and perseverance in research.

The Robert M. Linsley Prize for Excellence in Geology — awarded mid-way through the junior year to a

rising senior who has demonstrated the promise and potential for leadership and excellence in earth science

scholarship and research. The prize is to be given by consensus of the geology department faculty to a

student who plans to pursue earth sciences as a career, with preference given to a student with an interest

in paleontology, historical geology, and stratigraphy/sedimentation. In selecting the awardee, emphasis is to

be placed on a balance of leadership, research, and communication/teaching interests, in Bob's spirit.

The Norma Vergo Prize in Geology — established as an award to a geology major who, as determined by

the faculty of the geology department, significantly contributes to the spirit of excellence among fellow

students in the department.

The Kevin Williams '10 Endowed Memorial Fellowship Award — established in 2012 in memory of Kevin

Williams '10 to provide stipend support for one or more geology and/or geography majors to study abroad.

Advanced Placement

The department does not award Advanced Placement credit. Placement appropriate to academic

development of a student may be granted to incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an

international exam (e.g., A–Levels, International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence

equivalent to the completion of a specific course in the department. Requests should be directed to the

department chair.

Transfer Credit

The department allows two courses to be transferred for credit toward the major and one course towards the

minor, with prior approval of the courses by the department.

Honors

All geology and environmental geology majors are encouraged to consider the advantages and challenges

of undertaking honors in geology. A GPA of 3.20 or higher in the five core courses (GEOL 190, GEOL

201, GEOL 215, GEOL 225, and GEOL 235), plus the two required 400-level courses are required for a

student to become eligible for honors. In addition, at least six full-credit courses in biology, chemistry,

mathematics, or physics must be taken to become eligible for honors. GEOG 245 can be taken in place of

one of these six courses.

Honors candidates must also complete a year-long senior thesis, which represents the culmination of a

research project that typically begins during the summer before the senior year and continues during the fall

and spring terms of the senior year. The written thesis must be completed and orally presented by the end of

the spring semester. Following the defense, and with the recommendation of the thesis committee, the Earth

and Environmental Geosciences faculty will vote to award honors. Awarding the distinction of honors is

based primarily on the quality of the written thesis but will also include an overall assessment of the

student's academic record. Students who may be eligible for honors will be notified in the spring of the junior

year by their academic adviser.

Related Majors

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 Environmental Geology Major

 Astrogeophysics Major

 Natural Sciences, Topical Concentration: Marine Science - Freshwater Science Major

Topical Concentration: Marine — Freshwater Science is offered with the cooperation of the biology

department through the Division of Natural Sciences. This major is intended for students who are

interested in aquatic sciences and who wish to major in both biology and geology while preparing for

certain teaching, museum, and technical positions, and for selected graduate studies programs.

Field Courses

The department offers two summer field courses. GEOL 120 The Geology of America's Parks (Extended

Study) is designed for introductory level students and includes a two- to three-week field component. GEOL

320 - Techniques of Field Geology is designed for junior and senior majors; occasionally sophomores with

strong geoscience preparation participate also. The course lasts for five weeks and examines classic

geologic areas in such locations as Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and the northeastern United States. The

course is shown as a summer course on the student's transcript. Contact the department chair for further

information.

Study Groups

See Off-Campus Study for information on off-campus programs in Australia, the United Kingdom (Wales or

Manchester) and more.

Geology Major

Geology majors explore Earth systems and the environment, from the planet's rocky surface and interior, to

water in the hydrosphere, climate and the atmosphere, and the interplay between the biosphere and abiotic

systems. Geology is the scientific study of Earth materials (such as minerals, rocks, and fossils) and planet-

scale processes uncovered through Earth-observing data derived from satellites, geophysical instruments,

and models. Geology coursework explains how past and present-day ecosystems and environments have

been and continue to be shaped by plate tectonics, volcanism, mountain building, climate change, evolution,

and human activity through time.

Major Requirements

The geology major typically starts with any 100-level Geology or geology-related Core SP courses, which

typically counts towards the major as one of the five (5) additional full-credit GEOL courses below.

All majors must complete the following set of requirements:

All of the Following

 GEOL 190 - Evolution of Planet Earth and GEOL 190L (ideally taken before the end of sophomore

year)

 GEOL 201 - Mineralogy and Geochemistry and GEOL 201L

 GEOL 215 - Paleontology of Marine Life and GEOL 215L

 GEOL 225 - Sedimentology and Surficial Processes and GEOL 225L

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 GEOL 235 - Tectonics and Earth Structure and GEOL 235L

 Five (5) additional full-credit GEOL courses of which one can be at any level, at least 2 must be at

the 300 level as listed below, at least 2 must be at the 400 level as listed below.

300-level Geology Electives

At least two courses from the following:

 GEOL 301 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology and GEOL 301L

 GEOL 310 - Environmental Economic Geology

 GEOL 311 - Environmental Geophysics

 GEOL 320 - Techniques of Field Geology

 GEOL 335 - Hydrology and Geomorphology and GEOL 335L

Students are encouraged to consider taking a summer field course, such as GEOL 320, as one of

their elective courses, as field experience is expected of some graduate programs and employment

opportunities in the geosciences.

400-level Geology Electives

At least two courses from the following:

 GEOL 303 - Geochemistry

 GEOL 411 - Isotopes in the Earth Sciences

 GEOL 416 - Marine Geology and GEOL 416L

 GEOL 420 - Solid Earth Processes

 GEOL 441 - Senior Research Seminar

 GEOL 450 - Paleoclimatology

Two Additional Courses

Two full-credit courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, or physics. GEOG 245 - Geographic Information

Systems, may be taken in place of one of the required biology, chemistry, mathematics, or physics

courses.

Capstone Experience

The two required 400-level courses provide a capstone experience for the geology major, as all such

courses involve a significant project that integrates hypothesis testing, data collection and/or analysis of

existing data, literature review, and a final project that synthesizes this work. A senior thesis conducted with

an Earth and Environmental Geosciences faculty member as an adviser through GEOL 441 may count as

one of the required 400–level courses and is required for all geology honors candidates. Students can

initiate a senior research project of interest by speaking directly to a faculty member about ideas for a

research project or by consulting with a faculty member about a project that might arise from a summer

internship, a summer employment experience, or be based on research initiated in a departmental course.

GEOL 491 may not count towards the 400–level course requirement.

GPA Requirement

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A GPA of 2.00 in the major is necessary for graduation. The ten full-credit courses that carry the highest

grade are used to compute this average. A passing grade must be received in all courses counted toward

the major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Earth and Environmental

Geosciences department page.

Earth and Environmental Geosciences Department

For more information about the department, including faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Earth and Environmental Geosciences department catalog page.

Geology Minor

Minor Requirements

The geology minor consists of five full-credit courses as follows:

 GEOL 190 - Evolution of Planet Earth and GEOL 190L

 Four additional full-credit courses at the 200 level or higher. These courses should be selected in

consultation with the academic adviser.

Earth and Environmental Geosciences Department

For more information about the department, including faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Earth and Environmental Geosciences department catalog page.

Mathematics

Faculty

Professors Hart, Robertson, Saracino, Schult (Chair)

Associate Professors Chen, Christensen, Cipolli, Jiménez Bolaños, Seo

Assistant Professors Davis, Isham, Ma, Moore, Sosa Castillo

Visiting Assistant Professors Brittenham, Gu, Tatangelo

Senior Lecturer Tatangelo

There are many good reasons to study mathematics: preparation for a career, use in another field, or the

beauty of the subject itself. Students at Colgate who major in mathematics go on to careers in medicine, law,

or business administration as well as areas of industry and education having an orientation in science. Non-

majors often require mathematical skills to carry on work in other disciplines, and all students can use the

study of mathematics to assist them in forming habits of precise expression, in developing their ability to

reason logically, and in learning how to deal with abstract concepts. There are also many people who view

mathematics as an art form, to be studied for its own intrinsic beauty.

All mathematics courses are open to qualified students. Entering first-year students who have successfully

completed at least three years of secondary school mathematics, including trigonometry, should be

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adequately prepared for MATH 161. Students who have studied calculus in secondary school are typically

ready to enter MATH 162 or MATH 163.

Students who are planning to undertake graduate study in mathematics are advised to take MATH 485 and

MATH 487.

Course Information

The following classification scheme is used for MATH courses:

100-149: Only requires knowledge of mathematics before Calculus

150-199: Calculus-level knowledge and/or sophistication

200-249: Linear Algebra level (gentle transition-type course)

250-299: Transition to the major level

300-349: Courses with requirements at Math 150-249 level

350-399: Courses with requirements at the Math 250-299 level

400-449: Courses with requirements at the Math 300-349 level

450-474: Courses with requirements at the Math 350-399 level

475-484: Research experience seminars

485-499: Advanced material

The expected rotation schedule of course offerings is described on the Department of Mathematics

webpage.

Honors and High Honors

To be considered for honors in Mathematics or in Applied Mathematics, a student must achieve a 3.3 GPA

in the respective major. In order to be considered for high honors, a 3.7 GPA in the major is required. For

both honors and high honors, completion of a course numbered 400 or above besides 481-483 is required.

Honors / High Honors are attained by a student's production and defense of a thesis of distinction. The

student's thesis adviser puts forward the thesis for honors consideration. Subsequently, a committee of three

faculty members is formed, one being the student's thesis advisor, the others chosen by the department.

The student must give a defense of the thesis. The committee of three, with other faculty members acting in

an advisory capacity with a recommendation, then grades the project, consisting of the thesis and defense.

In order for honors to be granted, the committee of three must grade the project as A- or better. In the event

all three grade the project as A or better, high honors will be granted.

Joint theses are allowed but will not normally be considered for honors. Exceptions may be made with

departmental permission.

As a reminder to the student writing theses for two different departments: Colgate's Honor Code states

that substantial portions of the same academic work may not be submitted for credit or honors more than

once without the permission of the instructor(s).

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Awards

The Allen First-Year Mathematical Prize — awarded for excellence in mathematical work on the basis of

scores attained on the first year prize exam covering material from Math 161 and 162.

The Edwin J. Downie '33 Award for Mathematics — created in memory of Edwin J. Downie '33, Professor of

Mathematics Emeritus, given annually to a senior majoring in mathematics who has made outstanding

contributions to the mathematics department through exemplary leadership, service, and achievement.

The Osborne Mathematics Prizes — established in honor of Professor Lucien M. Osborne, Class of 1847, to

be awarded to select students who maintain a high average in mathematics courses in the junior year.

The Sisson Mathematics Prizes — established in honor of Eugene Pardon Sisson, a teacher of mathematics

in the academy 1873–1912, awarded to a student who maintains a high average in one or more 200-level

mathematics courses.

Calculus Placement

Students should review the MATH 161, MATH 162, and MATH 163 course descriptions for information on

topics and prerequisites, or consult with a department faculty member. In general, students are encouraged

to enroll in a higher-level course. Students may drop back from MATH 162 to MATH 161 within the first three

weeks, subject to available space in an acceptable MATH 161 section.

Advanced Placement

Students who have taken the Calculus-BC, Calculus-AB, or Statistics Advanced Placement exam of the

College Entrance Examination Board will be granted credit according to the following policy:

1. Students earning 4 or 5 on the Calculus-BC Advanced Placement exam will receive credit for

MATH 161 and MATH 162. Students earning 3 on the Calculus BC exam will receive credit only for

MATH 161.

2. Students earning 4 or 5 on the Calculus-AB Advanced Placement exam will receive credit for

MATH 161.

3. Students earning 4 or 5 on the Statistics Advanced Placement exam will receive credit for MATH

105.

4. There are no other circumstances under which a student will receive credit at Colgate for a

mathematics course taken in high school.

Transfer Credit

Transfer credit for a mathematics course taken at another college may be granted with pre-approval

from the department chair.

The following courses count toward the appropriate major or minor in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics

only if passed at Colgate by completing a regularly scheduled course: MATH 250, MATH 260, MATH

375, MATH 376, MATH 377.

At most, two transfer or independent studies courses may be counted toward a major or minor.

International Exam Transfer Credit

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Transfer credit and/or placement appropriate to academic development of a student may be granted to

incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an international exam (e.g., A-Levels,

International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence equivalent to the completion of a specific

course in the department. Requests should be directed to the department chair. Any such credit may not be

used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement, but may count towards the major.

Related Majors/Minors

 Computer Science/Mathematics Major

 Mathematical Economics Major

 Mathematical Systems Biology Minor

Teacher Certification

The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for majors in mathematics who

are interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to Educational

Studies.

Study Groups

Colgate sponsors several study-abroad programs that can support continued work toward a major in

mathematics. These include, but are not limited to, the Wales Study Group (U.K.), the Australia Study

Group, the Australia II Study Group, the Singapore Exchange Program, and the Manchester Study Group

(U.K.). For more information about these programs, see Off-Campus Study.

Applied Mathematics Major

Major Requirements

The department strongly recommends that students pursuing a major or a minor in applied mathematics

complete COSC 101 and COSC 101L or equivalent.

The requirements for the major are as follows:

Preparatory Courses

 MATH 161 - Calculus I or equivalent experience approved by department chair

 MATH 162 - Calculus II or equivalent experience approved by department chair

Required Courses

In unusual circumstances, the deadlines indicated may be extended with departmental approval through

student petition to the department chair.

 MATH 163 - Calculus III (should be completed by the end of the sophomore year)

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 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra (should be completed by the end of the sophomore year)

 MATH 260 - Computational Mathematics and MATH 260L (should be completed by the end of the

sophomore year with a grade of C or better)

 MATH 376 - Numerical Analysis (should be completed by the end of the junior year)

 MATH 377 - Real Analysis I (should be completed by the end of the junior year)

 To complete the major, each student must produce a thesis. This is normally done through MATH

481 or MATH 482. Note: Joint theses are allowed but will not normally be considered for honors.

Exceptions may be made with departmental permission.

Elective Courses

One elective from 200-level or above and two electives from 300-level or above. (Note that all three

electives may be 300-level or above.)

Electives may be chosen from the following:

 MATH 240 - Computational Statistics

 MATH 250 - Number Theory and Mathematical Reasoning

 MATH 302 - Systems Biology

 MATH 308 - Differential Equations

 MATH 310 - Combinatorial Problem Solving

 MATH 312 - Math Modeling: Social Sciences

 MATH 313 - Functions of a Complex Variable

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

 MATH 316 - Probability

 MATH 354 - Data Analysis I - Generalized Linear Models

 MATH 360 - Graph Theory

 MATH 408 - Partial Differential Equations

 MATH 416 - Mathematical Statistics

 MATH 417 - Brownian Motion & Stochastic Calculus

 MATH 448 - Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos

 MATH 454 - Data Analysis II - Nonlinear Model Inference

 MATH 460 - Hilbert and Banach Spaces

 MATH 487 - Real Analysis II

Cognate Courses

Two cognate courses representing a field of application interest outside of Mathematics. These two courses

must count toward a single major in the Natural or Social Sciences preferably taken in two sequential

semesters as the intent is to provide an immersive experience with the language, culture, questions, and

ways of knowing of another field. The courses need not explicitly use mathematics, rather they provide a

basis for communication with experts in that field. Normally, the senior research project (see 6, below)

involves a topic related to this field of application.

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses chosen to meet the major requirements is necessary to satisfy the

major.

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Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Mathematics department

page.

Mathematics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Mathematics department catalog page.

Applied Mathematics Minor

Minor Requirements

The department also strongly recommends that students pursuing a major or a minor in applied

mathematics complete COSC 101 and COSC 101L or equivalent.

The requirements for a minor are as follows:

Required Courses

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra

 MATH 260 - Computational Mathematics (completed with a grade of C or better.)

 MATH 376 - Numerical Analysis

Elective Courses

One elective from 200-level or above and one elective from 300-level or above. (Note that both electives

may be from 300-level or above.) Electives may be chosen from the following:

 MATH 240 - Computational Statistics

 MATH 250 - Number Theory and Mathematical Reasoning

 MATH 302/BIOL 302 - Systems Biology

 MATH 308 - Differential Equations

 MATH 310 - Combinatorial Problem Solving

 MATH 312 - Math Modeling: Social Sciences

 MATH 313 - Functions of a Complex Variable

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

 MATH 316 - Probability

 MATH 354 - Data Analysis I - Generalized Linear Models

 MATH 360 - Graph Theory

 MATH 377 - Real Analysis I

 MATH 408 - Partial Differential Equations

 MATH 416 - Mathematical Statistics

 MATH 417 - Brownian Motion & Stochastic Calculus

 MATH 448 - Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos

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 MATH 454 - Data Analysis II - Nonlinear Model Inference

 MATH 460 - Hilbert and Banach Spaces

 MATH 487 - Real Analysis II

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses chosen to meet the minor requirements is necessary to satisfy the

minor.

Mathematics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Mathematics department catalog page.

Mathematical Systems Biology Minor

Frey (Chair of the Department of Biology)

Schult (Chair of the Department of Mathematics)

Mathematical systems biology describes a field of inquiry in which mathematical and computational methods

are used to examine complex, large-scale interactions between components of biological systems and to

predict how these interactions influence the properties of those systems. The systems examined may range

in scale from molecular through cellular and tissue levels to the scale of organisms and entire ecosystems.

The unifying feature of this field is quantitative description of interactions between components of biological

systems.

The interface between mathematics and biology is one of the most rapidly expanding areas of research in

the sciences. The technological development of methods for generating large amounts of biological data —

including genome sequence information, total protein analysis, metabolic information, etc. — demands the

development of mathematical and computational methods for analyzing these data and for developing

predictive models that use such large data sets. The multidisciplinary field of systems biology requires an

understanding of both mathematical and biological concepts, insights into interesting questions in biology,

and comprehension of the mathematical methods that can be used to address many of those questions. The

mathematical systems biology minor provides students with the coursework in mathematics and biology

required to begin to gain insights and experience in this important new field.

Minor Requirements

Course requirements are described below (six courses)

Required Courses

Both of the Following

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra

One of the Following

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 BIOL 181 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity and BIOL 181L

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes and BIOL 182L

One of the Following

 MATH 302/BIOL 302 - Systems Biology

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

Biology

One additional biology course from the following:

 BIOL 181 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity

 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes

 Any 200-, 300-, or 400-level BIOL elective course

Mathematics

One additional mathematics course from the following:

 MATH 240 - Computational Statistics

 MATH 260 - Computational Mathematics

 MATH 302/BIOL 302 - Systems Biology

 MATH 308 - Differential Equations

 MATH 310 - Combinatorial Problem Solving

 MATH 312 - Math Modeling: Social Sciences

 MATH 313 - Functions of a Complex Variable

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

 MATH 316 - Probability

 MATH 354 - Data Analysis I - Generalized Linear Models

 MATH 360 - Graph Theory

 MATH 376 - Numerical Analysis

 MATH 408 - Partial Differential Equations

 MATH 416 - Mathematical Statistics

 MATH 417 - Brownian Motion & Stochastic Calculus

 MATH 448/PHYS 448 - Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos

 MATH 454 - Data Analysis II - Nonlinear Model Inference

 MATH 481/BIOL 481 - Investigations in Computational Biology

 MATH 482 - Research Seminar: Applied Mathematics

Note:

Students declaring a minor in mathematical systems biology select an adviser from either the mathematics

department or biology department. Those students minoring in mathematical systems biology who have

declared a major in either biology or mathematics are required to choose a minor adviser from the

department in which they are not majoring. The chair of the minor adviser's department approves and signs

the mathematical systems biology minor declaration form. As with any minor at Colgate, no more than two of

the courses applied to the minor may also be used for a major.

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Biology Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Biology department catalog page.

Mathematics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Mathematics department catalog page.

Mathematics Major

Major Requirements

The department strongly recommends that students pursuing a major in mathematics complete COSC

101 and COSC 101L or equivalent.

The requirements for a major are as follows:

Preparatory Courses

 MATH 161 - Calculus I or equivalent experience approved by department chair

 MATH 162 - Calculus II or equivalent experience approved by department chair

Required Courses

In unusual circumstances, the following deadlines may be extended with departmental approval through

student petition to the department chair.

 MATH 163 - Calculus III (completed by the end of the sophomore year)

 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra (completed by the end of the sophomore year)

 MATH 250 - Number Theory and Mathematical Reasoning (completed by the end of the

sophomore year with a grade of C or better)

 MATH 375 - Abstract Algebra I (completed by the end of the junior year)

 MATH 377 - Real Analysis I (completed by the end of the junior year)

 Complete a thesis, normally during MATH 483 - Research Seminar: Mathematics. Note: Joint

theses are allowed but will not normally be considered for honors. Exceptions may be made with

departmental permission.

Electives

One elective from 200-level or above and three electives from 300-level and above. (Note that all four

electives may be 300-level or above.) Electives may be any MATH course at the appropriate level except

MATH 481, MATH 482 and MATH 483.

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GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of at least 2.00 in mathematics courses counted for the major is necessary to satisfy the

major.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Mathematics department page.

Mathematics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Mathematics department catalog page.

Mathematics Minor

Minor Requirements

The requirements for a minor are as follows:

All of the Following

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra

 MATH 250 - Number Theory and Mathematical Reasoning (completed with a grade of C– or better)

One of the Following

 MATH 375 - Abstract Algebra I

 MATH 377 - Real Analysis I

Two MATH electives: One elective from 200-level or above and one elective from 300-level or

above. (Note that both electives can be from 300-level or above.)

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses chosen to meet the minor requirements is necessary to satisfy the

minor.

Mathematics Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Mathematics department catalog page.

Physics and Astronomy

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Faculty

Professors Balonek, Galvez, Metzler, Parks, Segall

Associate Professors Bary (Chair), Crotty, J. Levine

Assistant Professors Adhikari, Ilie, Tseng

Visiting Assistant Professor Isakovic, Mosleh, Shivashankara

Instructor Jones

A student should select a major in the Department of Physics and Astronomy if he or she is interested in

fundamental questions about the nature of matter and the nature of the universe, or in practical questions of

engineering, applied physics, or space science. To be successful, a student should also enjoy mathematics

and quantitative reasoning. More than half of the graduating seniors in this department go to graduate

school in various disciplines, and many earn PhDs in physics, astronomy, and engineering. Approximately

25 percent enter technical careers directly after graduation. The others pursue careers in teaching, business

(often technology-based), management, medicine, and other areas.

The department offers several courses of general interest, not intended for majors. These courses are ASTR

101 - Solar System Astronomy; ASTR 102 - Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe; PHYS 105 - Mechanical

Physics I; and PHYS 111 - Fundamental Physics I, PHYS 112 - Fundamental Physics II.

To be Eligible to Graduate

To be eligible to graduate with a major in any of the programs of this department, a student is expected to

achieve a grade of C– or better in each of the courses offered in the department that are required for the

major. There are no exceptions to this policy. Additionally, a student's cumulative GPA for all courses

counted toward the major must be at least 2.00.

Awards

The Edwin Foster Kingsbury Prizes — established as an annual award to those students whose

performance and promise is judged by the department to be the most outstanding during the year of the

award.

The Joseph C. Amato & Anthony F. Aveni Award for Student Research — Awarded to those students

showing excellence in scientific research.

The Physics and Astronomy Alumni Awards — awarded by the department to those students majoring in

physics and astronomy, who, in the opinion of the department, have made the most significant progress in

the study of their major subject and the relations of this science to other fields of learning.

The Physics and Astronomy Department Founders Award — awarded periodically by the department to a

senior who has demonstrated four years of outstanding progress and development of his or her

understanding of physics or astronomy.

Advanced Placement

Credit for PHYS 111 will be granted to students who score 4 or 5 on the AP Physics 1 exam or the AP

Physics C-Mechanics exam. Credit for PHYS 112 will be granted to students who score 4 or 5 on the AP

Physics 2 exam or the AP Physics C-E&M exam. Placement into PHYS 232 without completion of PHYS

131 can sometimes be allowed following discussion with the department chair and the PHYS 232 instructor.

Department majors who do not complete PHYS 131 will be required to complete an additional upper-level

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course to meet the major requirements. Placement out of PHYS 232 or PHYS 233 based on high school

courses (including AP) is not normally possible.

Honors

To qualify for graduation with honors, physics and astronomy-physics students must be invited by the

department chair, in consultation with department faculty, to do an honors thesis. Normally, this invitation is

extended only after exceptional performance in the capstone course PHYS 410.

The following are also required:

1. The completion (with a grade of C- or better) of at least two additional 300- or 400-level physics or

astronomy courses beyond the minimum needed for the major. PHYS 334, PHYS 336, PHYS 392,

PHYS 492, ASTR 312, ASTR 392, and ASTR 492 do not count towards this requirement. With the

permission of the chair, a 300- or 400-level course in another NASC department may substitute for

one of these courses.

2. A cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 in all 300- and 400-level classes taken to satisfy the upper-level

course requirements for the major and for honors.

3. The completion, defense, and public presentation of an honors thesis. This thesis, to be evaluated

by department faculty and an external reviewer, is normally a significant extension of the work

completed in PHYS 410. Students normally enroll in PHYS 492 or ASTR 492 during the spring

semester of their senior year to complete the work.

The department faculty will subsequently determine whether to award honors or high honors. Neither is

guaranteed. High honors will be given only for truly extraordinary work.

Transfer Credit

Transfer of credit for physics and astronomy courses from other colleges or universities requires approval by

the department. In particular, summer courses taken with the expectation of transfer credit must be pre-

approved by the department well in advance of enrollment. Students should be aware that few institutions

offer summer equivalents for major-sequence courses other than PHYS 232 and PHYS 233, and also that a

grade of C or higher is required to transfer coursework for Colgate credit. After matriculation, no more than 2

transferred course credits may count towards the physics or astronomy-physics major.

Pre-requisites and Minimum Grade Requirements

Prerequisite and minimum grade requirements will be strictly enforced for both majors and non-

majors. Students who have not taken PHYS 131, and students who have received less than a C- in the

lecture portion of PHYS 131, may take PHYS 232 with the PHYS 232 instructor's permission. Otherwise,

students will not be permitted to take any department course that has prerequisites before achieving a grade

of C- or better in the lecture portion of each prerequisite. Exceptions will be made to this policy only in

extraordinary circumstances.

International Exam Transfer Credit

Transfer credit and/or placement appropriate to academic development of a student may be granted to

incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an international exam (e.g., A-Levels,

International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence equivalent to the completion of a specific

course in the department. Requests should be directed to the department chair. Any such credit may not be

used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement, but may count towards the major.

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Related Majors

 Astrogeophysics Major

 Physical Science Major

Pre-Engineering Studies

The department offers two ways to prepare for engineering: major in physics at Colgate and after graduation

go to graduate school in engineering, or use one of the combined plans available in the department. To

allow a student to combine education in the liberal arts with engineering training, Colgate has cooperative

agreements with Columbia University and Washington University. A student may spend three years at

Colgate and two at the engineering school (the 3-2 plan) to earn bachelor's degrees from both institutions.

The student may be eligible to continue study for a Master of Science (MS) degree, which can sometimes be

completed in as little as one additional year after earning the bachelor's degree in engineering. Eligibility for

the MS program is determined by the engineering school.

It is imperative for students interested in the 3-2 plan to begin the physics and math curriculum in the fall

term of the first year. To be eligible for the 3-2 plan, a student must complete all physics major courses

through PHYS 336 and PHYS 431 (or PHYS 451), plus one other upper-level physics course to be chosen

in consultation with the pre-engineering adviser.

Prerequisites for admission to engineering schools vary among schools and fields of study; therefore, it is

necessary to indicate an interest in pre-engineering to the physics faculty as soon as possible.

Preparation for Graduate School

Students intending to pursue graduate studies in physics, astronomy, or engineering should discuss their

plans with their major advisers as early as possible. Students who wish to prepare for graduate studies in

physics or astronomy should complete PHYS 431, PHYS 432, PHYS 433 and PHYS 434. To enrich the

program, a student should choose additional physics and astronomy electives at the 300 and 400 levels.

Advanced courses in other science departments, especially mathematics, are also encouraged.

Teacher Certification

The Department of Educational Studies offers a teacher education program for majors in physics who are

interested in pursuing a career in elementary or secondary school teaching. Please refer to Educational

Studies.

Astrogeophysics Major

Director Levine

The astrogeophysics major is a multidisciplinary program for students interested in the study of the solar

system and planetary matter. Drawing on astronomical observations, physical models, chemical constraints,

and geological interpretations, students consider the Earth in its planetary context, the processes that have

shaped Earth and other planets through time, and our place in the Universe. Students learn to appreciate or

participate in the ongoing discovery of planets throughout the galaxy, and to reflect critically on their

similarities with and differences from our own world. Astrogeophysics majors develop intellectual tools from

across the physical sciences to reason qualitatively and quantitatively about global issues, such as the

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accelerating pace of global change and planetary habitability. Interested students should consult the

program director as early as possible to plan an appropriate sequence of courses, since many of the

required courses have prerequisites.

Major Requirements

The requirements for the major are as follows:

Physical Science

One introductory course with a grade of C– or higher, from the following list:

 ASTR 101 - Solar System Astronomy

 ASTR 102 - Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I and CHEM 101L

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II and CHEM 102L

 CHEM 111 - Chemical Principles and CHEM 111L

 GEOL 101 - Environmental Geology and GEOL 101L

 GEOL 105 - Megageology

 GEOL 115 - Evolution: Dinosaurs to Darwin

 GEOL 120 - The Geology of America's Parks (Extended Study)

 GEOL 135 - Oceanography and the Environment

 GEOL 190 - Evolution of Planet Earth and GEOL 190L

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves and PHYS 131L

Two Courses

Two courses from the following:

 GEOL 201 - Mineralogy and Geochemistry and GEOL 201L

 GEOL 215 - Paleontology of Marine Life and GEOL 215L

 GEOL 225 - Sedimentology and Surficial Processes and GEOL 225L

 GEOL 235 - Tectonics and Earth Structure and GEOL 235L

All of the Following

All of the following:

 MATH 161 - Calculus I

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics and PHYS 232L

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism and PHYS 233L

 MATH 162 - Calculus II

 PHYS 205 - Mathematical Methods of Physics

Astrophysics

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 ASTR 210 - Intermediate Astronomy and Astrophysics

 ASTR 414 - Astrophysics

Senior Research

One of the following courses:

 PHYS 410 - Advanced Topics and Experiments

 GEOL 441 - Senior Research Seminar

Advanced Courses

 One additional advanced astronomy course (300 or higher)

 Three additional advanced courses chosen from the following:

o physics or astronomy (300 or higher)

o at least one course from geology (250 or higher)

o chemistry (300 or higher)

Students should select these courses in consultation with the academic adviser and/or the

astrogeophysics program director. These courses are to provide depth and rigor to the student's

academic program, but students are given freedom to tailor their astrogeophysics program to match

particular interests.

Honors and High Honors

To qualify for graduation with honors, a student must (a) complete one additional advanced course in

astronomy, geology, or physics beyond the basic requirements; (b) earn a minimum GPA of 3.50 in

advanced courses required for the major; and (c) complete and successfully defend an honors

thesis. Normally the thesis is based on the candidate's senior research. High honors are awarded at the joint

discretion of the Department of Geology and the Department of Physics and Astronomy on the basis of GPA

and, in particular, for outstanding achievement in senior research.

Physics and Astronomy department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Physics and Astronomy department catalog page.

Astronomy Minor

Minor Requirements

The minor in astronomy requires:

 Two of the following: ASTR 101, ASTR 102, ASTR 230

 Two additional astronomy courses that count towards the astronomy-physics major

 Two physics courses that count towards the physics major

 A grade of C– or better in all courses that count toward the minor is required.

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Physics and Astronomy department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Physics and Astronomy department catalog page.

Astronomy-Physics Major

Major Requirements

A student interested in astronomy or astrophysics should enroll in this program. A student interested in

planetary astronomy should also consider the astrogeophysics program.

Required Courses

 MATH 161 - Calculus I

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves

 PHYS 201 - Mathematical Methods for Physics

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism

 PHYS 334 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics and Special Relativity

 PHYS 205 - Mathematical Methods of Physics

 ASTR 210 - Intermediate Astronomy and Astrophysics

 ASTR 312 - Astronomical Techniques

One of the Following

 ASTR 414 - Astrophysics

 ASTR 416 - Galactic and Extragalactic Astronomy

 ASTR 313 - Planetary Science

Additional Courses

 Two additional astronomy or physics courses at the 300 or 400 level (excluding PHYS 334, PHYS

336, PHYS 392, PHYS 492, ASTR 312, ASTR 392, and ASTR 492)

 PHYS 410 - Advanced Topics and Experiments

Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Physics and

Astronomy department page.

Physics and Astronomy department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Physics and Astronomy department catalog page.

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Physics Major

Major Requirements

Required Courses

 PHYS 131 - Atoms and Waves (taken first term of first-year)

 PHYS 201 - Mathematical Methods for Physics

 PHYS 205 - Mathematical Methods of Physics (usually taken concurrently with PHYS 233 in the fall

of the sophomore year)

 PHYS 232 - Introduction to Mechanics

 PHYS 233 - Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism (usually taken concurrently with PHYS 205)

 PHYS 334 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics and Special Relativity (usually taken concurrently

with PHYS 336 in spring term of sophomore year)

 PHYS 336 - Electronics (usually taken concurrently with PHYS 334 in spring term of sophomore

year)

 PHYS 410 - Advanced Topics and Experiments (taken in the fall term of senior year)

 Three additional upper-level courses (300 or 400 level, excluding PHYS 334, PHYS 336, PHYS

392, PHYS 492, ASTR 312, ASTR 392, and ASTR 492)

These courses must be taken as soon as possible:

 MATH 161 - Calculus I

 MATH 163 - Calculus III

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Physics and

Astronomy department page.

Physics and Astronomy department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Physics and Astronomy department catalog page.

Physics Minor

Minor Requirements

The minor in physics requires PHYS 131, PHYS 232, PHYS 233, and two additional physics courses that

count towards the physics major, at least one of which must be at the 300 or 400 level.

GPA Requirement

A grade of C– or better in all courses that count toward the minor is required.

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Physics and Astronomy department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Physics and Astronomy department catalog page.

Neuroscience

Faculty

Professors Kelly, B. Hansen, Tierney

Associate Professors Liu (Director), Meyers

Assistant Professor Galaj, Niraula

Visiting Assistant Professor J. Hansen

Neuroscience is the scientific study of the anatomy and physiology of neurons and neural circuits. The

Neuroscience program at Colgate is one of the first two established at undergraduate institutions in the U.S.,

and has a particularly strong focus on brain-behavior relationships. Its interdisciplinary faculty are drawn

from the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences and the Department of Biology. Additionally, majors

take courses in the fields of chemistry, computer science, math, philosophy, and physics. In addition to a

broad education, the program offers students the opportunity to focus their research interests on a variety of

levels of nervous system functioning, ranging from the activity of single neurons to the behavior of complex

organisms.

Awards

The William E. and Nellie K. Edmonston Neuroscience Award — awarded annually to the senior

neuroscience major(s) who, in the course of pursuing the major, demonstrate(s) academic excellence, a

noteworthy dedication to the field of neuroscience, and an outstanding quality of intellectual curiosity.

The F. Scott Kraly Award — awarded annually to a senior neuroscience major(s) whose academic

achievements demonstrate an extraordinary appreciation for the integration of neuroscience and the

behavioral sciences.

Transfer Credit

Transfer of major credit from other institutions for students already matriculated at Colgate requires prior

written permission from the registrar and the coordinator of the neuroscience program. No more than one

transfer course or Colgate study group course can count toward your major in neuroscience.

Majors may spend a semester at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, to carry out

biomedical research and take courses. In addition, Colgate sponsors a study-abroad program in the natural

sciences and mathematics at Cardiff University in Wales, and at the University of Wollongong near Sydney,

Australia. See Off-Campus Study for more details.

Contact neuroscience for more information regarding transfer credit within the program.

Honors and High Honors

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The requirements for achieving honors and high honors in neuroscience are as follows:

Honors

1. Overall GPA of 3.30 or better

2. Major GPA of 3.50 or better, calculated across all courses counting toward the major

3. A two-semester independent research project of high quality (NEUR 498 and NEUR 499)

4. Satisfactory oral examination performance on the subject matter of the senior thesis and related

fields

High Honors

1. Overall GPA of 3.50 or better

2. Major GPA of 3.70 or better, calculated across all courses counting toward the major

3. A two-semester independent research project of very high quality (NEUR 498 and NEUR 499)

4. An oral examination performance that demonstrates mastery of the senior thesis and related fields

Study Group

Majors may spend a semester at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, to carry out

biomedical research and take courses. In addition, Colgate sponsors a study-abroad program in the natural

sciences and mathematics at Cardiff University in Wales, and at the University of Wollongong near Sydney,

Australia. See Off-Campus Study.

 Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences

 Psychological Science Major

 Psychological Science Minor

Neuroscience Major

Major Requirements

The Neuroscience curriculum is organized into three sets of courses, namely a common core set of courses

and two sets of elective courses.

Entrance into Major

Students must complete NEUR 170 to be eligible to enter the major.

Core Requirements

 NEUR 170 - Introduction to Neuroscience (should be completed by the end of the second year)

 CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I (normally completed in the fall of the first year)

 CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II (normally completed in the spring of the first year)

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 BIOL 182 - Molecules, Cells, and Genes (normally completed before the end of the second year)

 PSYC 309 - Quantitative Methods in Behavioral Research or BIOL 320 - Biostatistics

 NEUR 498 - Senior Thesis

Core Electives

One of the following

 NEUR 201 - Strategies & Discoveries in Neuroscience

 NEUR 202 - Strategies & Discoveries in Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience

One of the following

 Any 300-level biology course (excluding courses based in Ecology and those listed as

neuroscience core or general electives)

 CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry I

 COSC 101 - Introduction for Computing I and COSC 101L

 MATH 214 - Linear Algebra

 MATH 315 - Mathematical Biology

 PHIL 225 - Logic I

 PHYS 112 - Fundamental Physics II and PHYS 112L

 Any 300-level psychological science course (excluding PSYC 309, PSYC 300NE, or those

crosslisted as NEUR)

General Electives

Three courses from the following, with at least one taken from each cluster:

Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience

 NEUR 376/ PSYC 376 - Functional Neuroanatomy and Neural Development

 NEUR 379/PSYC 379 - Fundamentals of Neurochemistry/Neuropharmacology and NEUR

379L/PSYC 379L

 NEUR 381/PSYC 381 - Behavioral Genetics

 BIOL 384/NEUR 384/PSYC 384 - Fundamentals of Neurophysiology

 BIOL 385/NEUR 385/PSYC 385 - Neuroethology and BIOL 385L/NEUR 385L/PSYC 385L

 BIOL 389/NEUR 389 - Molecular Neurobiology

Systems Neuroscience

 NEUR 353/PSYC 353 - Visual Perception and Cognition

 NEUR 355/PSYC 355 - Language and Thought

 NEUR 374 - Computational Neuroscience

 NEUR 375/PSYC 375 - Cognitive Neuroscience

 NEUR 377/PSYC 377 - Psychopharmacology

Senior Thesis

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NEUR 498 - Senior Thesis (one semester) must be taken in the fall or spring of the senior year. During the

spring semester of the junior year, students will be asked to identify several areas of interest for their senior-

year research experience. Students are then assigned to faculty research supervisors and assigned to the

fall or spring semester sections based upon students' interests and the availability of resources.

Students planning honors research are required to enroll in NEUR 498 in the fall of the senior year, followed

by NEUR 499 in the spring of the senior year. On occasion, students who are not pursuing honors or high

honors may complete two semesters of senior research by taking NEUR 498 in the fall and NEUR 491 in the

spring.

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required in all courses counting toward the neuroscience major. A passing

grade must be received for a course to satisfy a major requirement.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the

Neuroscience program page.

Neuroscience Program

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Neuroscience program catalog page.

Psychological and Brain Sciences

Faculty

Professors Braaten, B. Hansen, D. Johnson, Keating, Kelly, R. Shiner, Tierney

Associate Professors Conti, Cooley, Liu, Martinez (Chair), Tomlinson

Assistant Professor Niraula, Philbrook

Visiting Assistant Professors Dinero, Hansen, Lindsay, Murray, Zengilowski

Lecturer Albert, Wallace, Webb

The core of psychological science is the study of human and animal behavior. As a discipline, it is dedicated

to identifying and understanding basic and complex processes including sensation and perception, learning

and memory, thought and language, motivation and emotion, development, personality, psychopathology,

and social interaction. These processes are examined from a variety of levels of analysis; from the genetic

and neuronal, to physiological and cognitive systems, and to whole organism responses and group

interactions. By its very nature, psychological science has relevance to a wide range of practical, human

problems.

The Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences is the home of Colgate's interdisciplinary Neuroscience

Program. For more information about the Neuroscience program, please visit the Neuroscience program

page.

Psychological Science

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Psychological science offers two introductory courses: PSYC 109, a topics course designed for non-majors,

and PSYC 150 - Introduction to Psychological Science. Students must complete PSYC 150 to be eligible to

enter the major.

The department offers a wide range of courses covering topical areas in the field as well as basic (PSYC

200) and advanced research methods (PSYC 498/PSYC 499). In consultation with their departmental

advisers, majors are encouraged to select a variety of 200- and 300-level courses in order to acquire

breadth of exposure to the broad content and methodologies comprising psychological science. All majors,

especially those planning graduate study in psychology, are urged to take more courses in the department

than minimally required for the major.

Awards

Kevin Carlsmith Prize — in recognition of an outstanding senior interested in social, personality, or clinical

psychology.

The Sarah Kulkofsky Award — established in memory of Sarah Kulkofsky '02, to be awarded each year to

an outstanding senior interested in cognitive or developmental psychology.

The Phil R. Miller Prize — established in memory of Lt. Phil R. Miller '41, who lost his life in the service of his

country in World War II, and awarded to a junior or senior psychology major demonstrating unusual interest

in and capacity for work in psychology.

The Psychological and Brain Sciences Citizenship Award — awarded by the department for outstanding

contributions to the Psychological and Brain Sciences department through exemplary leadership, service,

and achievement.

Advanced Placement

Entering students who receive scores of 5 on the Advanced Placement examination in psychology are

eligible to receive one psychology course credit toward graduation, which will be recorded as PSYC 109 -

Contemporary Issues in Psychological Science.

Honors and High Honors

The requirements for achieving honors and high honors in psychological science are as follows:

Honors

1. Overall GPA of 3.30 or better

2. Major GPA of 3.50 or better, calculated across all courses counting toward the major (including

PSYC 499).

3. A two-semester independent research project of high quality

4. Satisfactory oral examination performance on the subject matter of the senior thesis and related

fields.

High Honors

1. Overall GPA of 3.50 or better

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2. Major GPA of 3.70 or better, calculated across all courses counting toward the major (including

PSYC 499).

3. A two-semester independent research project of very high quality

4. An oral examination performance that demonstrates mastery of the senior thesis and related fields.

International Exam Transfer Credit

Transfer credit and/or placement appropriate to academic development of a student may be granted to

incoming first year students who have achieved a score on an international exam (e.g., A-Levels,

International Baccalaureate) that indicates a level of competence equivalent to the completion of a specific

course in the department. Requests should be directed to the department chair. Any such credit may not be

used to fulfill the university areas of inquiry requirement, but may count towards the major.

Transfer Credit and Study Groups

Transfer of psychological science credit from other institutions by students already matriculated at Colgate

requires prior written permission from the registrar and the department. Normally, no more than one transfer

course or one Colgate Study Group course may count toward the major/minor.

Colgate sponsors study-abroad programs in the natural sciences and mathematics at Cardiff University in

Wales and at the University of Wollongong near Sydney in Australia. See Off-Campus Study.

Contact psychological and brain sciences for more information regarding transfer credit within the

department.

 Neuroscience Program

 Neuroscience Major

 Neuroscience Courses

Psychological Science Major

Major Requirement

The program (at least nine courses) required of majors is as follows (no more than two 300-level elective

courses - excluding PSYC 309 - per term can be counted towards the major):

Required Courses

 PSYC 150 - Introduction to Psychological Science (should be taken by the end of the sophomore

year.)

 PSYC 200 - Research Methods in Psychological Science (should be completed by the end of the

sophomore year.)

 PSYC 275 - Biological Psychology (should be completed by the end of the junior year.)

 PSYC 309 - Quantitative Methods in Behavioral Research (should ideally be taken by the end of

the junior year.)

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 PSYC 498 - Senior Research

Four Additional Courses

 These courses must be selected from the following areas:

o Cognitive Psychology (PSYC 250–259, PSYC 300CO/301CO, PSYC 350–359)

o Developmental/Social/Personality/Clinical Psychology (PSYC 260–269, PSYC

300SO/301SO, PSYC 340–349, PSYC 360–PSYC 369)

o Neuroscience (PSYC 370–PSYC 379, PSYC 380–PSYC 389, PSYC 300NE)

 At least one of the courses must be taken at the 200 level, and at least two of the courses must be

taken at the 300 level.

 Students must take at least one course in the area of Cognitive and at least one course in the area

of Developmental/Social/Personality/Clinical.

 Note that PSYC 291, PSYC 391, PSYC 491, and PSYC 499 do not count as one of these four

additional courses.

Senior Thesis

PSYC 498 - Senior Research must be taken in the fall or spring term of the senior year. During the spring

term of the junior year, students identify several areas of interest for their senior-year research experience.

Students are then assigned to faculty research supervisors and assigned to the fall or spring semester

sections based upon students' interests and the availability of resources. Most students will take PSYC 498;

on the rare occasions when PSYC 450 or PSYC 460 is offered students may substitute that seminar for

PSYC 498. Students planning honors research are required to enroll in PSYC 498 in the fall of the senior

year, followed by PSYC 499 in the spring of the senior year. On occasion, students who are not pursuing

honors or high honors may complete two semesters of senior research by taking PSYC 498 in the fall and

PSYC 491 in the spring

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required in all courses counting toward the psychological science major. A

passing grade must be received for a course to satisfy a major requirement.

Honors and High Honors

Students interested in pursuing honors can find the additional requirements on the Psychological and Brain

Sciences department page.

Psychological and Brain Sciences

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Psychological and Brain Sciences department catalog page.

Psychological Science Minor

Minor Requirements

All of the following:

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 PSYC 150 - Introduction to Psychological Science

 PSYC 200 - Research Methods in Psychological Science and PSYC 200L

 PSYC 275 - Biological Psychology

 PSYC 309 - Quantitative Methods in Behavioral Research

 Two additional electives, one of which must be at the 300 level or higher (excluding PSYC

291, PSYC 391, and PSYC 491)

GPA Requirement

An overall GPA of at least 2.00 is required in all courses counting toward the psychological science minor. A

passing grade must be received in all courses taken to satisfy the requirements for successful completion of

a minor.

Psychological and Brain Sciences

For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit

the Psychological and Brain Sciences department catalog page.

Division of Physical Education, Recreation, and

Athletics

Colgate University's recognition of the importance of personal health and well-being as it relates to the

liberal arts education is fostered through the Physical Education requirement. The Department of Physical

Education offers a variety of programs and courses that directly reflect Colgate's commitment to every

student's physical, social, mental and environmental well-being.

The Department of Physical Education takes a holistic approach to curriculum development through

collaboration with offices and departments across campus. The requirement can be met through a variety of

programs and courses that include varsity and club level athletics, dance, outdoor education, volunteerism

and five-week courses in health, fitness, positive sexuality, stress management, and many more.

The goal of this requirement is to encourage students to establish life-long healthy habits, expand student

perspectives on personal and community well-being, and to better inform Colgate students of the

departments and resources available to them on campus.

Physical Education Requirement

Students must complete two physical education units. Students are highly encouraged to complete the

requirement by the end of their sophomore year. Participating in approved extracurricular activities may earn

up to one unit per activity. Varsity athletes may complete the two unit requirement by earning one unit for

every full-year of team participation. Further regulations and specifications regarding the physical education

requirements are cited on Colgate's physical education web pages.

Transfer Students

First-year and sophomore transfer students must complete two units. Junior transfer students must complete

one unit.

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Awards

The Director of Athletics Award — presented to a student-athlete who has proven leadership ability,

outstanding athletics achievement, accomplished excellence in the classroom, and provided service to the

institution.

Donna Carter Memorial Fund — recognizes athletic and academic achievement in women and swimmers.

The annual award is named for an outstanding swimmer and member of the class of 1980 who died in a

rock climbing incident June 20, 1979, near Basel, Switzerland.

The Gottesman Award for Excellence in the Sciences and Athletics — given to the senior student-athlete

who has excelled both as a science major and in athletics, and plans to attend graduate school in the

sciences.

The Joseph Huther Prize — established to provide awards to one senior intercollegiate athlete. The recipient

should be a person who gives of him/herself for the good of the team, but does not start or attain any

significant status in that endeavor; Good moral background; individual should have given greatly of

him/herself, should add to the education of others by effort, dedication, example; Shall not meet

requirements for a varsity letter

The John T. (Jack) Mitchell Memorial Award — awarded by the athletic department in memory of Jack

Mitchell, a member of the biology faculty from 1975 to 1996 and an avid supporter of Colgate athletics. The

award is given to the graduating student-athlete with the highest grade point average.

Team Academic Excellence Award — awarded by the athletic department to a men's and women's team

whose members demonstrate exceptional dedication to academics.

The Thomas M. Wilson '67 Memorial Endowed Leadership Award — established in memory of Thomas M.

Wilson '67. The prize(s) are given to superior senior scholar-athletes, in high academic standing, who have

demonstrated excellence in responsible leadership both with their teams and in the Colgate campus and

community.

For more information visit the Division of Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics web pages.

Division of Physical Education, Recreation,

and Athletics