Tennessee State University - Tennessean Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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DEPARTMENT OF ART The department otters a major in art leading to the degrees 01 bachelor of science. Students may structure their programs of study under one of three emphasis: m art education. at studio art. commercial artXcommunication design and art history, and m printmaking, ceramies, painting. sculpture and art history. The curriculum in art education prepares students to teach art on the elementary and secondary levels. The studio art emphasis prepares students tor graduate study in a studio discipline, professional work in the arts, graphic design and commercial art. The goal of the program emphasizing printmaking, ceramics, painting. sculpture or art history is to prepare students for the business world and to cope with the complex problems of graduate school. The Tennessean Yearbook was transferred to the School of Arts and Sciences in the tall at 1986. Under the direction of Dr. Herman Beasley the students cronicle the year's activities in the production of each book. Students can earn class credit through the department at art. buss2 tbost, 1. a raised ornament of silver, ivory, or other material on a flat surface: the boss on a shield. 2. decorate with ornamental nails, knobs. or studs. ma DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Pestle in a bowl DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Principal obiectives of this department are to instruct students in the basic principles of various branches of chemistry, to educate students and others in the importance 0t chemistry to environmental qualityr and everyday life, and to engage in research and publication at new scientiiic information. Students pursuing a degree in this department may choose from six Curricula The curriculum for the Department at Biological Sciences allows preparation with emphasis in sec . ' chemistry; professionat biology, zoology or hotany-microhioiogy; and pre-med, pre- dentistry program is uttered in cooperation with Meharry Medical Coltege. endary teacher education for teaching biology, general science and designed to meet individual Interests. The curricula include professional ehemis- A retort' B. receiver. try, professmnal chemistry With emphasis on biochemistry, chemistry. natural CJiame to heat retort; selence degree with emphasis on chemistry. chemistry with teacher certitication 13- water to REED re- and cooperative program In pharmacy with major in chemistry. tThis option is offered In cooperation with Howard University in Washington. D.GJ 25 ceivcr cool.

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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Juan Evans Executive Aide Diane Scott Secretary Dre Bobby Lovett Acting Dean The College at Arts and Sciences provides an undergraduate education tor students planning to Continue in graduate study. enter the professions or engage, upon graduation, in gainful occupations and vocations. The goals of the college are to provide education that is both liberal and technical, to address the whale man, to stir the mind and uivity the spirit, and to induce habits 0t logical and dispassionate thought. The Arts and Sciences faculty guide the students to enrich their occupational, vocational, and intetlectual skills. The College at Arts and Science is TSU's largest and most productive academic unit. it has over 1,600 majors. 121 faculty and statf members. and 33 degree programs. Each year the Coilege graduates over 200 students with associate, bachelor's and master's degrees. The students and the graduates excel in their studies and careers. Yearly. faculty publish more than two dozen articles, books, and monographs. More than $3 million in research and training grant projects are housed in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Coliege is organized into n academic departments: Art; Biological Sciences: Chemistry: Communication; Criminal Justice; History; Geography: and Political Science; Languages, Literature and Philosophy; Music; Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science: Social Work and Secieiogy. Students can receive certification to teach in more than nine of the Arts and Sciences, areas. Also, the College directs special programs: Intra- disciplinary Studies; Honors Program; Public Service; and. Coltege-Within-the Walls tPrisoni Program. The faculty, staff and administration take pride in giving a quality education and special attention to the students in the College 01 Arts and Sciences. te HONORS PROGRAM The Honors curriculum provides tor the superior student as avenue to analyze programs, synthesme theories and actions, evaluate issues facing our society and community, interpret works by master thinkers and writers at the worid culture. and to develop leadership skills. Also. the program offers students a forum In which they can discuss ideas, thoughts and theories with knowledgeable faculty members and learn from the expertise of authorities in various fields. 24

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS Wyn: :-r-.-:-..'u.'1 This department offers programs leading to the degrees of bachelor of arts and bachelor of science with a major in speech communication and theater. The program also offers options or concentrations in speech communication, theater and mass communication lradio, television and journalism Students in the department participate in theatrical productions and regional and national forensic contests. Students also gain practical experience through the campus radio station and production of the student newspaper. Participation in local chapters of national professional organizations is also encouraged. 'WIRELEFQ OR RADIOTEIJCGRAPHY 5. Radio roi'rivl-r. Balance or scale DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY GEOGRAPHY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE Students enrolled in this department may select programs in history or political science. Persons selecting the history program may earn the bachelor's degree in American historyr or minor in history, geography or Alro-American history. A concentra- tion in public history administration is also available. Students choosing the political program may eam a bachelor's degree in political science or urban planning. Concentrations in public administration. pre-law or interna- tional relations are also offered. DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE A program leading to the bachelor of science degree is oflered by this department The course of study prepares students to assume responsible positions in agenmes and institutions concerned with crime prevention and treatment. The curriculum IS de- signed to offer a substantial liberal arts education with emphasis on the behavioral sciences in general and criminal justice in particular. div;- Ht Hieroglyphics for weeping' and forest. ta. DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES LITERATURE AND PHILOSOPHY This department combines programs in English. modern foreign languages and philosophy and TaliEiOUS StUdies. The program in English strives to provide students with a command of the English language. appreciation of great literary works and a sound foundation in composition. language and literature required for the bachelor of science or bachelor of arts degree with or without teacher certification. The program also otters and interdisciplinary degree sequence in English-journalism for students whose primary.r interest is writing teither fiction or non-fictioni, The program in Modern Foreign Languages is designed to meet the needs of students preparing tor: careers as secondary school teachers ol foreign languages, positions In business. industry or government. attendance at graduate school and satisiying degree requirements for other departments. Instruction in French or Spanish and Accounting. Busmess Administration or The philosophy and religious studies program benefits students by making them think critically about their own basnc beliefs and values. The curriculum Includes courses on the hlS'lOlll 0T DhIIUSODhy. ethics, logic and contemporary issues. Religious study courses IHClUdE - l. A kinqu 2 A'F 2. qift of on f: 13 3. offering 3 4 table Office Administration. and Latin America Area Studies are offered I- . 5. Ra : 1 t6 6.Horus ' d- 7.1h t . . at EH 37 8. Geedqreo world religion and the Old and New Testaments, '1 9 9. Lord of 1; ho l0.Heaven Egyptian hieroglyphics 2f: