Thank you for attending our first-ever Lion VIP Day: Home Edition! We’ve gathered together some video resources here so you can learn more about Georgian Court’s academic and student support programs.
Academic Programs
Want more information about one of GCU’s undergraduate academic programs? Check out the video links below to learn more from our faculty.
Art & Visual Studies and Visual Art
Leo Morrissey, M.F.A., discusses the offerings of GCU’s Department of Art and Visual Studies, including the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees: https://youtu.be/ekZTuNfF-kU
Biochemistry & Chemistry
Andrew J. Weber, Ph.D., explains why a degree in chemistry or biochemistry from GCU—and the opportunities it can provide—might be right for you: https://youtu.be/_7uzlRUvFuA
Biology
Louise S. Wootton, Ph.D.; Chinenye Anako, M.D., M.P.H.; Carolyn Bergman, Ph.D.; Michelle Esposito, Ph.D.; Brunella Bowditch, Ph.D.; Michael F. Gross, Ph.D.; and Jean Parry, Ph.D.; talk about the Department of Biology, the opportunities of being located in an amazing ecoregion, and what they love about teaching biology at Georgian Court: https://youtu.be/krhtFvGjwK4
Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, and Marketing
Ashley Elmore, Ph.D., describes the different programs offered by the Department of Business Administration, the real-life experience its exceptional faculty brings to the classroom, and resources and innovations available to students: https://youtu.be/nMv4xFuVjAM
Amitabh Mungale, Ph.D., explains what makes the programs offered by the Department of Business Administration unique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_wWSO0ktTs&feature=youtu.be
Computer Information Systems (CIS)
Beth Schaefer, Ph.D., provides questions to ask yourself if you’re considering a CIS major and the career options it poses: https://youtu.be/no3hfXBzFY8
Criminal Justice
Marny Requa, J.D., offers four reasons why an undergraduate major in criminal justice at GCU is unique: https://youtu.be/w83MAFrmVx8
Dance
Silvana Cardell, M.F.A., talks about the mission of GCU’s dance program, the opportunities it offers, and how it can help you transform your passion into a career: https://youtu.be/EyDU3mVZlyA
Megan Mazarick, M.F.A., explains what makes the GCU dance program a source of pride for her: https://youtu.be/VfcNJvy_sqI
Tyler Rivera shares his story of what it’s like to be a dance major at GCU: https://youtu.be/M_kqhGO7wrY
Digital Communication
Marci Mazzarotto, Ph.D., talks about the fusion of the writing and production sides—as well as theory and practice—of communication within GCU’s digital communication major: https://youtu.be/7GW1gVA3iIg
English
Kristen Wedlock, M.F.A.; Russell McDonald, Ph.D.; and students explain how an English major can help you find your voice and learn to critically and creatively contribute—and engage with—our world: https://youtu.be/dRmWGxzK1SY
Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports
Michael Wortley, Ph.D.; Vincent C. W. Chen, Ph.D.; and a current student and alumni discuss what you’ll learn in the exercise science program and what you can do with a degree: https://youtu.be/92IWLVRQCVA
Health Profession Studies
Carolyn Bergman, Ph.D., explores the requirements and potential careers for a major in health profession studies and her favorite thing about teaching at GCU: https://youtu.be/CdO7SlPJmcU
History
Scott H. Bennett, Ph.D., describes how history is not a series of facts to be memorized, but instead a continual debate about decisions, events, and developments and the interpretations we use to explain them: https://youtu.be/-AXM-q30Wp8
Integrative Health
Emory Wilder, M.D., explains how integrative health comes from encouraging spiritual values such as interconnection, feminine intuition, and the wisdom of the body: https://youtu.be/TSEAy0u9GwI
Sachiko Komagata, Ph.D., P.T., Gabrielle Pelicci, Ph.D., and a GCU alumna discuss the integrative health minor and how it has practical applications for your own health: https://youtu.be/1q7rpUuNMEg
Interdisciplinary Studies
Kathleen Froriep, Ph.D., explains what interdisciplinary studies is and the skills you can gain from GCU’s program: https://youtu.be/jFIPE29z3-I
Mathematics
Beth Schaefer, Ph.D.; Sarita Nemani, Ph.D.; and Saroj Aryal, Ph.D., provide ideas on what you can do with a math major, from teaching math to stock forecasting on Wall Street, and what to consider when choosing it as your major, while a GCU math major shares his experience: https://youtu.be/LnMX2IBfgGU
Medical Imaging Sciences
Louise S. Wootton, Ph.D. explains the field of medical imaging sciences and the joint undergraduate program GCU offers with Rutgers: https://youtu.be/TpwjeMKzEws
Political Science
Scott H. Bennett, Ph.D., explains what to expect from GCU’s new political science major and optional concentration in international relations and describes its unique interdisciplinary nature: https://youtu.be/GPtEG5MrcaM
Psychology and Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Psychology
Alfred F. Mancuso, Psy.D., discusses the expertise available from a large, diverse psychology faculty, the skills and career opportunities offered by the GCU psychology major and minor and the joint psychiatric rehabilitation and psychology major program with Rutgers, the Psychology Scholars Program, and graduate GCU psychology programs: https://youtu.be/XZVyEa_y4eg
Religious Studies
Johann Vento, Ph.D., talks about why she loves GCU, how the religious studies major and minor focus on theology, biblical studies, and world religion, and the broad application of the skills learned in the program: https://youtu.be/6BparDwkj-E
Social Work
Megan Callahan Sherman, Ph.D., LCSW, talks about a career as a social worker and the social work degree program at Georgian Court: https://youtu.be/CoH9teuHMyQ
Students share why they chose to study social work at Georgian Court: https://youtu.be/1-m_O26CxsE
Spanish and Latino Business Studies
Kathryn Quinn-Sanchez, Ph.D., speaks about GCU’s Spanish and Latino business studies majors, related student organizations, and study abroad and service learning opportunities: https://youtu.be/z2WqGZmOlkU
Undeclared
Susan E. O. Field, Ph.D., explains how advising works and how to go about choosing a major if you’re undeclared: https://youtu.be/pU7p4mFeLG0
Undeclared—Nursing
Susan E. O. Field, Ph.D., explains how advising works for those seeking to enter the nursing program and the requirements for entrance: https://youtu.be/WRO_WwAFbj4
Don’t see what you are looking for in one of these videos? Check out this page to learn more about all of our undergraduate programs.
Student Support
Want to learn more about the variety of student support programs? These videos will introduce you to the people who are here to support you on your journey and explain the services we offer.
Career Services
Ceceilia O’Callaghan explains how GCU’s Office of Career Services can help you “Start Here, Go Anywhere” with the services it provides: https://youtu.be/kmBGAowMOCU
Jane Dougherty talks about what services the Office of Career Services offers for first-year students: https://youtu.be/9D9o9xE6JXQ
Chart the Course
Martin Lopez discusses Chart the Course, GCU’s highly successful student retention program that helps students stay on track to graduation: https://youtu.be/kfCn4qKoCbM
Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF)
Joy Smith, Ph.D., talks about how this state-funded program offers academic and educational advisement, tutoring, leadership development initiatives, and a financial aid supplemental grant—all designed to promote persistence through degree completion and the pursuit of your future career (for eligible students): https://youtu.be/svDQ8vcngj4
Global Education
Laura Grodewald and GCU students discuss the variety of programs offered through the Office of Global Education Programs, including study abroad, volunteer abroad, and faculty-led study abroad trips, and the skills gained from such experiences: https://youtu.be/eF2dmOCKvm8
Student Life
Dean Amani Jennings explains why student life outside the classroom is as important as what you learn in the classroom and what make Georgian Court so special: https://youtu.be/ZDmyXLLTb0M
Student Success
Kathleen Boody speaks about how the Office of Student Success can help you avoid the hidden costs of college and help make your path to graduation effective and efficient: https://youtu.be/Zia4JmmJakg
TRIO–Student Support Services
Graduate intern Chelsey Peniston explains what TRIO is, the services provided, the criteria for admittance, and how to apply: https://youtu.be/jCVmiEci4HU
