CAU learnleadchange CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY with more than 4,000 future leaders. CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY is an institution with a rich heritage, a solid present, and a bright future. Our history, dating back to our forerunners Atlanta University (founded 1865) and Clark College (1869), gives us a rightful claim to leadership in the education of African American students. Today, we stand right on the cutting edge in fields such as business, education, social work, and mass communications. your chosen profession. your community, yourself, your world. THIS IS AN EXCITING TIME in the history of CAU and our nation. Opportunities have never been greater for young African Americans driven by dreams. Moreover, we are blessed to be one of the largest universities in the educational heart of Atlanta, a dynamic cosmopolitan city drawing college students and professionals from all corners of the United States. CAU at the center of it all ARE YOU READY TO LEARN, TO LEAD AND TO CHANGE? Do you want to help shape a great university determined to achieve even greater prominence in the United States and around the world? If so, then we invite you to consider joining the Clark Atlanta University educational family. Together we can fulfill our promise—and yours. Opportunities for learning abound at Clark Atlanta University, cited by Money magazine as one of the five best colleges for African Americans in the United States. CAU education is active, not passive; engaged, not remote; hands-on, not ivory tower. If you’re determined to make the most of your college years, we’ll see that you do. CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AND LEARNING This innovative faculty development center hosts special workshops, brown-bag luncheons, and other activities designed to enhance classroom teaching. THE ROBERT W. WOODRUFF LIBRARY Students and faculty from all of the Atlanta University Center institutions benefit from the vast holdings of the Robert W. Woodruff Library, which exceeds 1.8 million items. HANDS-ON INTERNSHIPS You will acquire valuable experience and enhance your résumé by completing an internship. Here is a small sampling of where CAU students have completed internships: BANK OF AMERICA CHICK-FIL-A COCA COLA HALLMARK HARLEY DAVIDSON MEADWESTVACO METLIFE REEBOK TARGET CORPORATION TURNER BROADCASTING UNION PACIFIC VERIZON WIRELESS WALT DISNEY LEARNING AT CAU CROSS REGISTRATION WITHIN THE ATLANTA UNIVERSITY CENTER Students at Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College enjoy cross registration privileges, greatly expanding their academic options and opportunities. active engaging determined STUDY ABROAD Thanks to CAU’s membership “There is in this world no such force as the force of a person determined to rise.” in several consortia, our students have benefited from life-changing experiences on several continents—Africa, Asia, Australia, Central America, Europe, and South America—as well as in the Caribbean. W.E.B. DUBOIS, A RENOWNED SCHOLAR, AUTHOR, AND CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST, DU BOIS (1868-1963) ESTABLISHED THE SOCIOLOGY DEPARTMENT AT ATLANTA UNIVERSITY. majors SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Art Biological Science Chemistry Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Dual-Degree Engineering English 2 learnleadchange Fashion Design/ Merchandising French History Mass Media Arts Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Spanish Speech Communication Theater Arts SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (with concentrations) Accounting Business Administration Economics SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Early Childhood Education Educational Studies SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK Social Work If you want to be a leader, then explore in class the lessons of great leaders from other eras and lands, cultures, and faiths. Observe leaders your own age in action to see what works—or doesn’t work. Try your hand at leading to develop your own leadership style. CAU offers numerous “leadership laboratories,” both formal and informal. Are you ready to step up—and lead? TRYING ON LEADERSHIP Here are just some of the ways you might test and develop your leadership skills at CAU: BECOME A MENTOR Help new students ease their transition into college life by becoming an Orientation Guide or perhaps providing ongoing mentorship as a Resident Assistant (RA). TAP YOUR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP Discover the power of creative persuasion by running editorial meetings for The Panther (the student newspaper) or directing a play for the CAU players. CONVERT IDEAS TO ACTION Learn how to move a good idea to reality by launching a new initiative for the Student Government Association or organizing a fund-raising event for a Greek organization. LEADERSHIP AT CAU EXPAND YOUR NETWORK Sharpen your professional skills and expand your network by hosting a visiting speaker for the Marketing Club, or completing an internship at one of Atlanta’s dynamic corporations. explore observe challenge “There’s a world waiting for you. Yours is the quest that’s just begun.” JAMES WELDON JOHNSON, AN 1894 GRADUATE OF ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, JOHNSON (1871-1938) WAS AN AUTHOR, EDUCATOR, DIPLOMAT, POET, SONGWRITER, CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST, AND LEADING FIGURE IN THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE. HE WROTE THE LYRICS TO LIFT EV’RY VOICE AND SING, LONG KNOWN AS THE “NEGRO NATIONAL ANTHEM.” clubs A SAMPLING OF STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Black Law Student Association Campus Activities Board CAU Players CAU-TV Computer Science Club Forensics Society Gospel Choir 4 learnleadchange Marketing Club Mass Media Arts Club Panther Marching Band The Panther (student newspaper) Philharmonic Society Political Science Association PR Student Society of America Pre-Law Society Resident Hall Councils Spirit Club Spoken Word Student Government Association Undergraduate Psychology Association Women’s Initiative Program Young Entrepreneurs Club Clark Atlanta University exists to enhance the career and life prospects of its students. As graduates, they go on to change the community, the nation, and the world. No magic formula exists to change a student. Human dynamics aren’t that simple. We’re here to help you make a difference, so be open to change. That’s the best way to discover the power of your own potential. BE OPEN TO SELF DISCOVERY Pay attention when an English professor suggests you could be a fine writer, for example, or a chemistry professor urges you to go into medical research, or a coach’s training techniques lead you to consider a career as a fitness trainer. At CAU, you will have the chance to explore new opportunities and discover who and what you want to be. “The Panther, CAU’s student newspaper, was a stepping stone for me. It was a great introducLIFE IS A CLASSROOM You will learn from tion to journalism and every person you meet, every situation you encounter, every challenge you face. Your the whole newspaper CAU experience will take you beyond the business.” walls of the classroom and our campus. RAISE YOUR SIGHTS Get involved in as many things as you can while at CAU. Try out for an athletic team, or go for a lead part in a theatre play, or run for class officer. The idea is that success in one area can lead to success in another. Collectively, these experiences will be life changing and will give you the confidence to set even higher goals for yourself! 6 learnleadchange JONATHAN LANDRUM ‘03, A REPORTER FOR THE ASSOCIATED PRESS IN ATLANTA, WROTE FOR THE PANTHER HIS JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS, SERVING AS THE ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR. CHANGING AT CAU motivate discover empower CAU learnleadchange T he Atlanta Braves, Falcons, and Hawks. The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site and the Jimmy Carter Library. Midtown (the Heart of the Arts) and Centennial Olympic Park. The Atlanta Symphony and Underground Atlanta. And so much more. No wonder Atlanta is a magnet for African-American college students and young professionals from across the United States. It's all right here. Just as you have certain personal achievements for which you feel justifiable pride, so does Clark Atlanta University. We’re most proud, though, of creating an educational environment which encourages each and every student to discover their own “center of excellence.” Be prepared to be surprised—and shine. CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE Our five Centers of Excellence exist for the common purpose of advancing knowledge. Collectively, they exemplify our quest to become a premier global institution of higher learning. (Go to: www.cau.edu for further information on these innovative centers.) CENTER FOR COMPUTATIONAL INTELLIGENCE FOR NATIONAL SECURITY Focuses on computational intelligence, which encompasses and integrates efforts in information security, artificial intelligence, computer modeling, and high performance computing. CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB), the School of Business Administration has been a pioneer in business education for CAU students since 1931. CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN MASS MEDIA ARTS Cutting-edge curricula, hands-on experiences for students and collaborative ventures with leaders in the communications industry combine to produce communications professionals able to process, analyze, interpret, and disseminate information. CENTER FOR URBAN EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Striving to resolve educational disparities in urban schools, the Center serves as a research clearinghouse and think tank on issues germane to the education and socialization of African-American children and other underserved populations. CENTER FOR CANCER RESEARCH AND THERAPEUTIC DEVELOPMENT A core group of internationally known scientists, along with undergraduate and graduate students, work to increase awareness for prevention, early detection, and treatment of cancers. “ Since I hope to become a college professor one day, I really appreciate the personalized, close-knit academic environment at CAU. Freshman honors courses gave me a solid foundation for advanced course work in my major.” MEGAN HOLSTON, SENIOR MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, SOCIOLOGY MAJOR, CAU HONORS PROGRAM; MISS CAU 2009 10 learnleadchange ACCORDING TO THE JOURNAL OF BLACKS IN HIGHER EDUCATION, CAU IS THE #5 LEADING PRODUCER OF DOCTORATES FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDENTS AMONG HBCUS NATIONWIDE. THE CAU SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WAS NAMED THE “2008 EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION OF THE YEAR” BY THE ATLANTA CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL BLACK MBA ASSOCIATION. THE CAU CENTER FOR CANCER RESEARCH AND THERAPEUTIC DEVELOPMENT (CCRTD) RECENTLY RECEIVED A $6.5 MILLION GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH. WASHINGTON MONTHLY, WHICH EVALUATES SCHOOLS BASED ON THEIR “CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PUBLIC,” RANKED CAU #69 AMONG 258 NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES IN ITS 2009 SURVEY. MECA WALKER ’93, AN ASSOCIATE JUDGE FOR THE 309TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF HOUSTON, IS THE COURT’S FIRST AFRICAN-AMERICAN FAMILY LAW JUDGE IN MORE THAN A DECADE. TASHAY REID, A SOPHOMORE MEDIA ARTS MAJOR, WAS CROWNED MISS BLACK GEORGIA USA FOR 2009, EARNING THE RIGHT TO COMPETE IN THE ANNUAL MISS BLACK USA PAGEANT. ACTOR, DIRECTOR, AND CAU GRADUATE KENNY LEON RECEIVED THE 2007 GEORGIA ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT LEGACY AWARD FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE’S CULTURAL LEGACY. NEWSWEEK NAMED PROFESSOR ROBERT D. BULLARD, DIRECTOR OF CAU’S ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RESOURCE CENTER, ONE OF 13 “ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS OF CENTURY.” CAU’S CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN MASS MEDIA ARTS AND THE ROBERT W. WOODRUFF LIBRARY JOINTLY PUBLISH THE ANNUAL SCHOLARLY JOURNAL COMMUNICATION AND SOCIAL CHANGE. IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 2008 BET HIP HOP AWARDS, CAU HOSTED TWO TELEVISED PANEL DISCUSSIONS FEATURING RUSSELL SIMMONS, LUDACRIS, AND OTHER MUSIC INDUSTRY LUMINARIES. We want students that are determined to learn everything they can about themselves and the world around them—to excel in the classroom, to perform on and off the field, to participate in extracurricular activities, and to become leaders in their future professions. PANTHERS! The amazing Mighty Marching “For me, Atlanta has GO, Panther Band, which has toured the nation been the perfect place and been featured in major films, sets the for the Clark Atlanta University to spend my undergrad- tone Panthers. Win or lose, the CAU community uate years. Besides supports its teams. Whether you’re a star player, a reserve softball player, or a all the great cultural football back-of-the-pack cross-country runner, you’ll resources, I’ve had learn valuable lessons about working with others towards a common goal and giving it some incredible your best at all times in all seasons, while internship opportuni- having fun in the process. ties and community service experiences.” KEVIN REEVES, SENIOR YAZOO CITY, MISSISSIPPI, FINANCE MAJOR, CAU HONORS PROGRAM; PRESIDENT OF THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION HOME BASE COMMUNITY IS A VITAL PART OF THE CAU EXPERIENCE, AND ALL STUDENTS ARE WELCOME TO LIVE ON CAMPUS. STUDENTS CAN CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF CONVENIENT, SECURE LIVING ARRANGEMENTS, INCLUDING SUITE-STYLE APARTMENTS. GET INVOLVED Sing for the Choir. Lead a Greek organization. Cheer on the Panthers. Debate for the Forensics Society. Write for the student newspaper. Join an academic society. What matters isn’t what you choose to do; what matters is that you get out there and do it! By getting involved, you’ll learn more and grow more. INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS (SIAC CONFERENCE, DIVISION II) MEN: baseball, basketball, crosscountry, football, track and field. WOMEN: basketball, cross-country, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball. A FULL MENU OF ACTIVITIES Over 80 chartered clubs and organizations and four sororities and five fraternities provide a wide range of options and opportunities to get involved. Go to www.cau.edu for details. GOING GREEK FRATERNITIES ALPHA PHI ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA PSI OMEGA PSI PHI PHI BETA SIGMA SORORITIES THE ATLANTA SCENE ATLANTA BALLET ATLANTA BRAVES AND TURNER FIELD ATLANTA HAWKS ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY CENTER AND THE HISTORIC WEST END ATLANTIC STATION CENTENNIAL OLYMPIC PARK FESTIVALS GALORE JIMMY CARTER LIBRARY AND MUSEUM MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE AND SWEET AUBURN DISTRICT MIDTOWN, THE HEART OF THE ARTS NEW WORLD OF COCA-COLA PIEDMONT PARK UNDERGROUND ATLANTA ZOO ATLANTAS FOR MORE ON ATLANTA, GO TO: HTTP://WWW.ATLANTA.NET 12 learnleadchange ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA DELTA SIGMA THETA SIGMA GAMMA RHO ZETA PHI BETA TRADITIONS BATTLE OF THE BANDS BET BLACK COLLEGE TOUR GREEK STEP SHOW HOMECOMING WEEKEND The achievements of our graduates define the success of Clark Atlanta University. Their stories tell our story. Their performances build our pride. Here are examples of six graduates who’ve gone on to lead and change. “CAU gave me the confidence to succeed. I majored in English at Clark Atlanta and had a wonderful experience.” MECA WALKER ‘93 WENT ON TO STUDY LAW AT HOWARD UNIVERSITY AND IS NOW ASSOCIATE JUDGE FOR THE 309TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF HOUSTON IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS. CAREER PLANNING FROM DAY 1 The Career Planning and Placement Center (CPPC) is here to serve you from the day you step on campus until the day you graduate, and even after you’ve graduated, should the need arise. ANNUAL CAREER FAIRS The Graduate and Professional Schools Day Fair and the CAU Career Day give you the chance to meet key people who can help you take the next step after graduation. INDIVIDUALIZED AND GROUP COUNSELING GRADUATE SCHOOL PLACEMENT The CPPC office as well as members in your academic department can counsel you on the many graduate school opportunities available at CAU and beyond. Skilled professionals know the questions to ask and the options for you to consider. SELF-AWARENESS AND CAREER EXPLORATION Take advantage of the tests available designed to determine career options which fit your strengths and interests. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS CPPC offers a range of useful workshops and seminars on everything from network-building to resume-writing and interviews. MARVA COLLINS, CLASS OF 1957, EDUCATION MAJOR. EDUCATOR AND FOUNDER OF WESTSIDE PREPARATORY SCHOOL IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING Real-world, hands- on experience is what you’ll get by taking advantage of CAU’s extensive internship and cooperative education programs. JERRI DEVARD, CLASS OF 1969, MBA IN MARKETING. VERIZON EXECUTIVE, NAMED ONE OF THE 50 MOST POWERFUL WOMEN IN BUSINESS BY BLACK ENTERPRISE MAGAZINE IN 2006. REATHA CLARK KING, CLASS OF 1958, CHEMISTRY MAJOR. FORMER PRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF GENERAL MILLS FOUNDATION, SCIENTIST, PHILANTHROPIST, EDUCATOR. KENNY LEON, CLASS OF 1978, POLITICAL SCIENCE MAJOR AND THEATER MINOR. CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF TRUE COLORS THEATRE, FORMER ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF ALLIANCE THEATRE. BOBBY VALENTINO, (REAL NAME BOBBY WILSON), CLASS OF 2004, MASS COMMUNICATION MAJOR. SINGER. LEE N. MAY, II, CLASS OF 1998, BUSINESS MAJOR. COMMISSIONER IN DEKALB COUNTY, GEORGIA, 14 learnleadchange CAU at a Glance If you’re interested in a university where you can learn, lead, and change, then take the next step and apply to CAU. We also encourage you to visit the campus. Talk to students and professors, attend a class or two, and experience CAU for yourself. Our goal is to help you reach your goal, and a personal visit is a great first step. HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR HERE IS TO WHAT ADMISSION CAU:YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION TO CAU: - A RECOMMENDATION FROM YOUR COUNSELOR A RECOMMENDATION FROM YOUR COUNSELOR - A RECOMMENDATION FROM A TEACHER A RECOMMENDATION FROM A TEACHER - AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT FROM EACH SCHOOL ATTENDED. (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BEFROM SENT FROM AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT THE EACH SCHOOL DIRECTLY TO THE(TRANSCRIPTS OFFICE OF ADMISSION.) SCHOOL ATTENDED. MUST BE SENT FROM THE SCHOOL DIRECTLY TO THE -OFFICIAL SAT OR ACT SCORE REPORTS OFFICE OF ADMISSION.) -ESSAY (500 SAT WORDS ON THE TOPIC OF YOUR CHOICE) OFFICIAL OR ACT SCORE REPORTS -A NON-REFUNDABLE $35ON APPLICATION FEEYOUR ESSAY (500 WORDS THE TOPIC OF (OR CHOICE) FEE WAIVER REQUEST FORM COMPLETED BY THE COUNSELOR. FEE WAIVERS ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 1.) A NON-REFUNDABLE $35 APPLICATION FEE (OR FEE WAIVER REQUEST FORM COMPLETED BY THE COUNSELOR. FEE WAIVERS ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 1.) APPLICATION DEADLINES: Fall application FINANCIAL AID: INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE priority deadline is March 1. Spring application priority deadline is October 1. When it comes to financial aid at Clark Atlanta University, here’s the bottom line: We will do everything possible to enable qualified applicants to attend this University, whatever your financial circumstances. NOTE: For admissions criteria, high school course requirements, and a printable application—or to apply online—go to: http://admissions.cau.edu We offer financial aid packages to meet demonstrated need as well as merit scholarships, which range from tuition-only (Dean’s Scholarships) to tuition, room and board (Provost Academic Achievers) to tuition, room and board, and books (Presidential Scholarships). To facilitate the financial aid process, we have made it possible for students to complete the aid application, and learn about financial aid awards, online. Put simply, you are just a few clicks away from being able to completely manage the financial aid process by going to: www.cau.edu/Financial_Aid_Main.aspx If you have questions about any aspect of financial aid at Clark Atlanta University, please call the Office of Student Financial Aid at 1-800-688-8243 or 404-880-8992. ENROLLMENT Undergraduate and graduate population of more than 4,000 men and women from 40 states and more than 10 countries PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONS Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business DEGREES OFFERED Bachelor’s, Master’s, Specialist, Doctorate National Association of Schools of Public Affairs/Administration UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOLS School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Education, School of Social Work SPECIAL PROGRAMS Pre-professional programs (law, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy), interdisciplinary programs, study abroad, co-op programs, internships, accelerated five-year degree programs (bachelor’s-master’s), and dual degree in engineering STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO 16:1 INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION Clark Atlanta University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 300334097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Exempt from licensure by Georgia Non-Public Post Secondary Education Commission (GNPEC) National Collegiate Athletic Association, Division II Approved for listing as a United Methodist Church affiliated University by the University Senate General Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church Council on Social Work Education National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education The Georgia Professional Standards Commission STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Over 80 chartered clubs and organizations; four sororities and five fraternities STUDENT HOUSING Nine student residence facilities, including suite-style apartments and traditional residence halls with double-occupancy rooms; air-conditioning, local phone service, Internet, and cable TV access in all rooms; freshmen required to live on campus INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS (SIAC CONFERENCE, DIVISION II) Men: baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, track and field; Women: basketball, cross-country, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball ADMISSIONS Submit completed application and processing fee of $35 to: Clark Atlanta University Office of Admissions 223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314 APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.CAU.EDU visit CAU COME FOR A VISIT CALL 1-800-688-3228 TO ARRANGE A VISIT TO CAMPUS. WE’LL DO EVERYTHING POSSIBLE TO MAKE YOUR VISIT AS SMOOTH AND PRODUCTIVE AS POSSIBLE. CAU learnleadchange 16 learnleadchange UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Art Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Dual-Degree Engineering English Fashion Design/Merchandising French History Mass Media Arts Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Spanish Speech Communication Theater Arts SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Accounting Business Administration Economics SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Early Childhood Education Educational Studies SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK Social Work CONTACT Clark Atlanta University Office of Admissions 404-880-6605 1-800-688-3228 www.cau.edu Office of Admissions 223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314 www.cau.edu
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