Welcome to Holy Names University

Holy Names University:One of the Finest Places on Earth

• Students from 22 States and 13 Nations

• 13:1 Student to Faculty Ratio

• Safe Haven & Extremely Beautiful Study Atmosphere

• Hands-on Learning through Social Justice and Service

The HNU Experience

• Liberating the Spirit in Oakland since 1868

• Founded in 1868 by six Sisters of the Holy Names traveling from Canada, the University has grown to more than 1200 students

Core Values of the Sisters of the Holy Names

• Full Development of the Human Person

• Education in the Faith • Hospitality • Dedication to Women

and Children

• Dedication to Justice • Service to People who

are Poor or Marginalized

• Commitment to Liberating Action

• Love for the Names of Jesus and Mary

The HNU Experience: Your Success, Your Full Potential

The HNU Experience: Social Justice and Service

The HNU Experience: Radical Hospitality

The HNU Experience: Diversity

HNU Undergraduates: Incoming First-Year Students

A Quick Look• Approximately:

– 70% - families earn less than $70,000 annually

– 70% - have at least one parent who did not earn a college degree

– 70% - report HNU as their first or second choice of a college

– 30% - indicate English is not the first language spoken in the home

– 80+ - indicate their political views are “middle of the road” to far to the left

– Less than 5% had a parent graduate from HNU

The HNU Educational Experience

• Engaging, personal, small classes

• Approachable, available, competent, professors

• Wireless campus• Computer labs• Library Commons• Science labs

The HNU Educational Experience: Undergraduate Programs

• Biological Science

• Business

• Criminology

• English

• History

• Humanities

• Human Services

• Intercultural Peace and Justice

• International Relations

• Latino/Latina Studies

The HNU Educational Experience: Undergraduate Programs

• Liberal Studies

• Music

• (RN to BSN, 2+2)

• Philosophy

• Psychobiology

• Psychology

• Religious Studies

• Sociology

• Sports Biology

• ISAC

The HNU Educational Experience: Graduate Programs

• Business Administration

• Counseling & Forensic Psychology

• Culture & Spirituality (Sophia)

• Education

• Music

• Nursing

• Pastoral Ministries

The HNU Educational Experience: New Undergraduate Programs

2008-09• Multimedia Arts and Communication • Business Concentration in Sports Management• 5 year BA to MBA program in Business• Latin American Latino/a Studies

2009-10• Child Development (2+2 or stand alone) • Sports Biology/Kinesiology• Intercultural Peace and Justice

The HNU Educational Experience: New Graduate Programs

2008-09• MBA Concentration: Sports Management

• Bilingual Authorization for Multiple and Single Subject Credentials

• Fast Track for Educational Therapy for those with Mild Moderate Credentials

2009-10

• Master of Arts in English: The Writer’s Craft

• MBA Concentration: Energy and Environment Management

2010-11

– MSN/Forensic Counseling

– Autism Authorization for Teaching Credential

– Vocal Pedagogy Certificate

The HNU Experience: Outcomes

• Critical Thinker

• Life-Long Learner

• Advocate for Social Justice

• Dedicated to Personal Responsibility

• Culturally Competent

• Leader for Positive Good

• Effective Citizen

The HNU Experience: Outcomes

• 45 Conference Championships

• 32 National Tournament Appearances

• 28 Academic All Americans

• 30 Athletic All Americans

Outcomes of The HNU Experience• Graduate Schools

– Georgetown University: Jonathan Allen ’10

– Florida A&M University College of Law: Marlow Hooper ’10

– University of Massachusetts : Gregory Coleman ’06

– UC Hastings College of Law: Mimi Victoria Zobairi ’06

– Fielding University: Araceli Covarrubias ’03

– New York University, Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service: Henry Gascon ’98

– Sarah Lawrence College: Seana O’Shaughnessy ’95

• Nursing – In 2010, 27 students moved on to pursue their

nursing license at Samuel Merritt University after completing liberal arts and science courses at HNU.

Outcomes of The HNU Experience: Employment

• From teachers, nurses, and public servants to business executives:

– 45% of HNU alumni are working in the education field - helping to prepare a new generation of students for success;

– 20% of HNU graduates are employed in the Business sector

– 14% in the Healthcare sector

• A diverse array of local and national organizations:

– Transplant Coordinator, Kaiser Hospital, Oakland, CA

– Client Relations Manager, Total Rewards Software, Rockland, CA

– Special Education Teacher, Loveland Academy, HI

The HNU Experience: The Total Educational Experience

• Learning extends beyond the classroom

• Development of the total person

• Commitment to the other

• Applying what you learn; developing your own voice

• Learning with classmates with different learning styles, backgrounds, and goals make, learning at HNU exciting, rewarding, and real

The HNU Experience:The Connections Project

Becoming a Successful Learner and Competent Citizen

The Student Success Center

• Academic Advising• Career Services• Disability Support Services• Tutoring• Counseling• Health Education &

Wellness• Internships• On-Campus Employment• Study Abroad

Center for Social Justice and Civic Engagement

• Community-based Leadership Programs• Service Learning• Social Justice Cafes

Campus Life

• Residence Life

• Intercollegiate Sports– Soccer (M & W)

– Basketball (M & W)

– Volleyball (M & W)

– Cross-Country/Track & Field (M & W)

– Golf (M)

– Softball (W)

Campus Life

• Leadership Programs

• Student Government

• Student Activities, Clubs and Organizations

Campus Ministry

• Student Ministries and Leadership

• Interfaith Prayer & Meditation

• Religious Education, Reflection & Retreats

• Spiritual Direction, Pastoral Care, & Gifts Discernment

• Service, Justice, & Peace Opportunities

Top Ten Things to do @ HNU When You are Done Studying

1. Hang out in the "Long Lounge” near the Student Success Center

2. Get lunch in the Public Market and eat in the Hawk's Nest or Mealy Living Room while you play pool or watch TV

3. Pursue social justice work on your own or through the Center for Social Justice and Civic Engagement

Top Ten Things to do @ HNU When You are Done Studying

4. Enjoy Coffee in Rosie's Cafe or lunch near the Grotto in the St. Francis Courtyard

5. Relax in one of the seven courtyards on campus

6. Enjoy the stunning views of Oakland, San Francisco, and the Bay from the balcony of the Chapel or watch the deer and the sunset from the Rose Garden

Top Ten Things to do @ HNU When You are Done Studying

7. Experience HNU's longstanding traditions

8. Workout in the Fitness Center

9. Attend an intercollegiate athletic contest

10. Connect with your friends on Facebook from anywhere on campus

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