Undergraduate Bulletin - Loyola Marymount University

70 / ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
The student’s program is then formalized into a contract
signed by the student, advisor, and Dean. Upon
completion of the contracted course of studies, the
student is issued a degree in the major or area of
concentration.
Naval ROTC
Eligible Loyola Marymount University students who wish
to participate in the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps
may do so through a program established with the UCLA
University Extension. The program, in conjuction with an
LMU baccalaureate degree, leads to a commission in the
United States Navy or Marine Corps. Appropriate
academic credit for courses accredited by the University
of California is given in accordance with the policies
governing LMU’s Aerospace Studies program. Further
information may be obtained from the Chairperson of the
Department of Naval Science, University of California, Los
Angeles.
Preparation for a Career in Law
Director: Evan Gerstmann
The University offers several curricula that are appropriate
for students who plan to enter law school upon the
completion of their undergraduate degree. The prelaw
student should select a course of study that insures the
development of the skills essential to the successful study
of law: 1) the ability to use language and communicate
effectively and 2) the ability to think critically and
creatively. In addition, the prelaw curriculum must
provide a broad understanding of basic human
institutions and values.
To insure they follow an appropriate course of study,
prelaw students are advised to select their classes in
consultation with the University Prelaw Advisor. The
Prelaw Advisor also serves as a resource person for
students during the law school application process.
Preparation for the Health Professions
Director: Stephen Scheck
The Health Professions Information Program provides the
student with regular informational meetings. The Director
of the Program serves as a resource person and is
available for individual consultation. The Director’s Office
distributes relevant materials to prospective applicants
and maintains their files for the Health Professions
Advisory Committee. The Committee assists students in
completing the application process to health professional
schools.
The University offers pre-health professional curricula for
those students who plan to apply for admission to the
following programs: Medicine, Dentistry, Optometry,
Pediatric Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy,
Medical Technology, Occupational Therapy, Physical
Therapy, and Public Health. These curricula are not
degree programs, and students who wish to complete the
requirements for a Bachelor’s degree before admission to
a professional school should select a major within the
University. Students usually select a biology, biochemistry,
or other science major. Students in other majors should
consult with the director early in their college career about
blending pre-health profession courses with their chosen
major. In addition to fulfilling the requirements of the
chosen major, specific requirements of the professional
programs should be satisfied. The following lower division
courses are usually required: BIOL 101, 102, 111, 112,
201, 202; CHEM 110, 111, 112, 113, 220, 221, 222,
223; English (6 semester hours); MATH 122, 123; PHYS
253, 254, 255, 256; and PSYC 100. In addition, other
specified upper division biology courses and electives
from Liberal Arts, Fine Arts, and the Sciences may be
required.
Students should be aware that many health professional
schools do not recognize some AP credits and that
alternative coursework may need to be completed to meet
admission requirements. Please discuss with the Director.
ROTC Programs
Director: TBA
Loyola Marymount offers its own program of instruction
designed to prepare students for commissioning as
second lieutenants in the United States Air Force.
Additional information can be found under Aerospace
Studies in this Bulletin.
Services
LMU Extension
Center for Religion and Spirituality
Director: TBA
The Center for Religion and Spirituality makes a vital
contribution to the mission of Loyola Marymount
University by expanding LMU’s religious and educational
outreach to a wider range of constituencies in Southern
California and beyond. As part of LMU Extension, the
Center embodies LMU’s commitment to serve the Roman
Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles, other local
churches, religious groups, and the general public through
the development of diverse programs related to religion,
spirituality, faith, and justice.
In collaboration with the Department of Theological