macon state college viewbook fall 2011

Visit and Tour Our Macon State College CampusesCome visit us and see for yourself how our broad academic offerings, dedicated faculty and staff, beautiful campus facilities, and vibrant student life will prepare you to succeed.

Contact us:For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact the Macon State College Office of Admissions at 478-471-2800 or toll-free 800-272-7619.

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18 BaChelOr’S DegreeS

Bachelor of arts DegreesEnglishHistoryInterdisciplinary Studies

Bachelor of science DegreesBiologyBusiness and Information Technology Education, Early Childhood Education, Middle GradesHealth Information ManagementHealth Services AdministrationInformation TechnologyInterdisciplinary StudiesMathematics New Media and CommunicationsNursing, B.S.N.Nursing, R.N. to B.S.N.PsychologyPublic ServiceRespiratory Therapy

Amazing opportunities are waiting for you at Macon State College. Check us out, and you’ll see for yourself why Macon State offers one of the most dynamic academic and social environments in the University System of Georgia. We will prepare you to succeed.

Our beautiful campuses support 18 exciting bachelor’s degree programs, student housing, and vibrant extracurricular activities that take learning beyond the classroom.

Our faculty members are dedicated to your success. They take pride in creating a culture of teaching and learning that you will find stimulating and rewarding.

At Macon State, our mission is to provide you with an educational experience that will enhance your critical-thinking skills, enrich your life through a solid foundation in the liberal arts, and get you ready to thrive in today’s technology-driven economy.

Tyler horne, ’14EconomicsMacon, GA

“I grew up in Macon and when I visited the campus, I found I could have the total undergraduate experience right here! My professors help me understand how to fulfill all of my potential.”

Tyler horne, ’14EconomicsMacon, GA

“I grew up in Macon and when I visited the campus, I found I could have the total undergraduate experience right here! My professors help me understand how to fulfill all of my potential.”

Our degree programs enable our students to have exciting career choices upon graduation.

Business students learn in a modern, technology-intensive environment.

Honors Program students enjoy smaller class sizes and in-depth discussions with their professors.

ASuccessful college education is grounded in a strong understanding of the arts and sciences. Our faculty members are committed to providing excellent instruction in both core curriculum courses and in upper-level courses that lead to a bachelor’s degree.

The School of arts and Scienceswww.maconstate.edu/artssciencesMacon State’s 4-year liberal arts degrees give our graduates flexibility when

deciding on careers. Employers are looking for communication and critical-thinking skills in job candidates – skills for which liberal arts majors are known.

Many liberal arts majors establish careers in management, government service, teaching, design/graphic arts, social work, and other fields. Also, a liberal arts degree is excellent preparation for graduate school.

The School of Arts & Sciences offers 4-year degrees in the humanities, new media, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics.

» Bachelor of Science in Biology: Biology Education, Applied Biology

» Bachelor of artS in engliSh: English Education, English (traditional)

» Bachelor of artS in hiStory: History Education, History (traditional)

» Bachelor of Science in Math: Applied Math, Math Education

» Bachelor of Science in new Media and coMMunicationS: New Media and Communication Theory, New Media Production, Communications and Culture

» Bachelor of artS in interdiSciplinary StudieS

» Bachelor of Science in interdiSciplinary StudieS

» Bachelor of Science in pSychology

» Bachelor of Science in puBlic Service: Human Services

The School of Businesswww.maconstate.edu/businessThe bachelor of science degree program in Business and Information

Technology offers a strong foundation in business theory and practice and a solid background in the new information technologies of today’s workplace.

» Bachelor of Science in BuSineSS and inforMation technology: Accounting, General Business, Management, Marketing, Production/Operations Management

A 4-year business degree leads to highly marketable careers in accounting, auditing, human resource management, labor relations, operations management, marketing research, distribution or product management, industrial buying, and many more.

Qualified students enrolled in the Business and IT degree program have an opportunity to apply for co-op positions with Central Georgia’s largest employer, Robins Air Force Base.

rebecca holcomb, ’12BiologyKathleen, GA“My Macon State College classes prepare me for the rigors of studying ecology or medicinal chemistry in graduate school. My amazing professors taught me the basics of research—they’re invaluable to my future plans.”

rebecca holcomb, ’12BiologyKathleen, GA“My Macon State College classes prepare me for the rigors of studying ecology or medicinal chemistry in graduate school. My amazing professors taught me the basics of research—they’re invaluable to my future plans.”

Students find opportunities for enrichment outside of the classroom at Macon State.

Nursing students learn the latest procedures in patient care.

The School of educationwww.maconstate.edu/educationMacon State offers 4-year degrees in early childhood and middle school

grades education. Our education program, developed just a few years ago, is already known throughout Georgia as one of the best in the state. Macon State is recognized for the teaching talent it produces for schools in the region and beyond.

Because our programs offer dual certification in early childhood/special education or middle school grades/special education, our graduates leave Macon State knowing how to customize teaching methods for students with a variety of learning abilities. We also offer paths to high school teaching careers with education tracks in our 4-year Biology, English, History, and Math degrees.

» Bachelor of Science in early childhood education

» Bachelor of Science in Middle gradeS education

Our education majors and graduates receive additional support from the Georgia Educator Support Alliance, located on our campus. The Alliance works one-on-one with our students and continues to guide them through their first few years of teaching.

The School of Information Technologywww.maconstate.edu/itOur bachelor of science degree in Information Technology prepares you for

careers in the evolving IT profession. Macon State IT graduates are ready to move into critical roles in this exciting, wide-ranging industry.

» Bachelor of Science in inforMation technology: Information Assurance and Security, Information Technology Management, Integrated Digital Media, Network Technologies and Administration, Software Development, Informatics

The School of Nursing and health Scienceswww.maconstate.edu/nursingCareers in health care continue to experience rapid growth. Some of our

4-year degrees are specifically for careers where you deal directly with patients; others provide the skills and knowledge necessary to get into the business and technology sides of the health care industry.

» Bachelor of Science in health inforMation ManageMent

» Bachelor of Science in health ServiceS adMiniStration

» Bachelor of Science in nurSing (B.S.n.)» Bachelor of Science in nurSing (r.n. to B.S.n.)» Bachelor of Science in reSpiratory therapy

honors Programwww.maconstate.edu/academics/honors.aspxMacon State’s Honors Program offers you a great chance to challenge yourself. You’ll enjoy the benefits of smaller classes, more interaction with your professors, an accelerated teaching pace, intriguing assignments, and spirited class discussions, plus field trips.

Study abroadwww.maconstate.edu/academics/studyabroadWant to broaden your world? Macon State College believes in the value of studying abroad. For several weeks each summer, students study in such places as England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Russia, or Spain where they take courses ranging from art, history, languages, and literature to anthropology, geography, and psychology. By the way, study abroad looks awesome on a resumé!

Tierra James, ’14 Nursing

Chicago, IL“I came to Macon

State College for its strong nursing

program. And I have learned that

hard work pays off! My education

offers me a secure path in life.”

Tierra James, ’14 Nursing

Chicago, IL“I came to Macon

State College for its strong nursing

program. And I have learned that

hard work pays off! My education

offers me a secure path in life.”

Roommates relax on the balcony of their on-campus apartment.The Blue Storm baseball club is a member of the National Club Baseball Association.

live On Campuswww.maconstate.edu/residencelife/default.aspxNot only is Macon State a great place to learn, it’s also a great place to live! College Station, an on-campus student housing community, places you right in the middle of all the action. As a student resident, you will have access to social

and educational programs and services designed to give you that traditional college experience you’ve always dreamed of — and in a safe, worry free environment. Macon State has top-notch residence life professionals and licensed campus police on site.

Student lifewww.maconstate.edu/studentlifeMacon State is a dynamic college environment where you will get the

most from your higher education experience. Through a wide array of Student Life programs and services, you will have many opportunities to participate fully in the campus community.

We have it all, from theatre and concerts to social events and festivals to recreational programs, outdoor adventures, and organized sports. In fact, Student Life at Macon State supports more than 40 student clubs and organizations geared toward specific academic, social, and cultural interests.

Macon Campuswww.maconstate.edu/about/maconinfo.aspxThe 419-acre Macon campus is located off Interstate 475

and is only 45 minutes from the southern tip of Atlanta. Featuring botanical gardens and a lake, the campus is home to student housing, modern classrooms and labs, an Arts Complex and Theatre, plus a cafeteria and coffee shops, bookstore, game room, health clinic, wellness center, gym, tennis courts, track and field, swimming pool, and walking trail. Future construction projects include a multi-level recreation and wellness facility.

Macon and neighboring communities offer a great variety of music venues, museums, historical sites, restaurants, theatres, shopping destinations, concerts, festivals, and outdoor recreation at nearby lakes.

Warner robins Campuswww.maconstate.edu/wrcOur Warner Robins Campus extends the academic reach and student

services of Macon State College to Houston County and surrounding communities. About 2,000 students appreciate the convenience of the 72-acre campus, located just a half-mile from Robins Air Force Base.

The Warner Robins Campus is comprised of modern classrooms in three academic buildings, a bookstore, an academic resource center, and student lounges. Our students also have complete access to the public library next door to the campus.

Deterrious “Dee” Sidney, ’14Political ScienceForsyth, GA“Outstanding professors, the study groups, and networking are key to successfully completing my Macon State College degree.”

Deterrious “Dee” Sidney, ’14Political ScienceForsyth, GA“Outstanding professors, the study groups, and networking are key to successfully completing my Macon State College degree.”

Students grab a quick snack and some study time at one of the campus coffee cafés.

More than 3,000 students have earned a bachelor’s degree at Macon State.

The Blue Storm cheer team is one of several club sports at Macon State.

Financial aid and Scholarshipswww.maconstate.edu/finaidBecause Macon State is part of the University System of Georgia,

our tuition is affordable. In fact, earning your bachelor’s degree at Macon State costs less than you might think, even for students paying their own way with no financial aid of any kind. But don’t assume you can’t get any financial aid. Our Financial Aid staff is committed to helping qualified students find scholarships and grants including:

• Georgia HOPE Scholarship Program

• The Georgia HERO Scholarship Program

• Federal Student Aid Programs (Pell Grants, Stafford loans, SEOG)

• College Work-Study Program

• Macon State College Foundation Scholarships

For more financial aid information, contact the Admissions Office: 478-471-2800 or toll-free 800-272-7619 or [email protected].

Also visit www.maconstate.edu/foundation/scholarships.

Take These Steps to apply1. Complete the Macon State College admissions application online

at www.maconstate.edu/admissions.

2. An application fee of $20 (non-refundable) is required.

3. Ask your high school counselor to send your official high school transcript directly to the Admissions Office.

4. Have your official test scores sent directly to the Admissions Office.

5. Provide additional documentation, as requested by the Admissions Office, to: Macon State College, Office of Admissions, 100 College Station Drive, Macon, GA 31206-5145.

6. If you are required to live on campus (see Freshman Residency Requirement below), complete the Residence Life Application at: www.maconstate.edu/residencelife/ApplicationProcess/default.aspx Submit the completed application with your Application Fee of $50 and Deposit Payment of $250 to the Office of Residence Life, 100 College Station Drive, Macon, GA 31206-5145.

Freshman residency requirementMacon State believes that living on campus provides a

superb environment for students to thrive in college. Our requirement that traditional students in their freshman year live in our on-campus housing communities reflects our commitment to student safety and wellbeing and our expectation that campus housing provides educational benefits in community living, small-group relationships, and meaningful connections to faculty, staff, and fellow students.

*there are exceptions to the residency requirement; however, we encourage all traditional students to consider living on campus as a way to make the most of the Macon State experience.

*For full details on the Freshman Residency Requirement, visit: www.maconstate.edu/residencelife/freshman.aspx.

Paige J. Besze, ‘11Health Services AdministrationWarner Robins, GA“While at Macon State I learned that a quality education can be accessible and affordable. It’s a great steppingstone toward my future goals. I am well- prepared for graduate school and the working world!”

Paige J. Besze, ‘11Health Services AdministrationWarner Robins, GA“While at Macon State I learned that a quality education can be accessible and affordable. It’s a great steppingstone toward my future goals. I am well- prepared for graduate school and the working world!”









18 BaChelOr’S DegreeS

Bachelor of arts DegreesEnglishHistoryInterdisciplinary Studies

Bachelor of science DegreesBiologyBusiness and Information Technology Education, Early Childhood Education, Middle GradesHealth Information ManagementHealth Services AdministrationInformation TechnologyInterdisciplinary StudiesMathematics New Media and CommunicationsNursing, B.S.N.Nursing, R.N. to B.S.N.PsychologyPublic ServiceRespiratory Therapy

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