2007-08 - Pitzer College

32 ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES 33
Pitzer College and Claremont Graduate University offer several programs in
mathematics, economics, and public policy, leading to both a bachelor’s degree and a
master’s degree. Further information on the combined program in mathematics is
contained under Mathematics on p. 155.
The Joint BA/MA Program in Economics, completed in five years, is most appropriate for
students with a major in Economics; students with other majors should consult a faculty
adviser. For further information, see Economics, p. 97.
The Joint BA/MIS Program in Information Science offers Organizational Studies majors to
obtain an accelerated M.I.S. degree. For further information see Organizational Studies, p. 200.
The Joint BA/MA accelerated degree program in Psychology offers majors the
opportunity to obtain an accelerated MA degree in Psychology. Students must formally
be admitted into the School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences at CGU. For
further information see Psychology, p. 219.
The Joint BA/MPP Program in Public Policy is directed toward students majoring in
Political Studies, Organizational Studies, Environmental Studies, and Sociology; however,
students with other majors may apply. Interested students should contact a member of
one of the following field groups: Political Studies, Organizational Studies,
Environmental Studies, or Sociology.
Combined Bachelor/Medical Degree Program
A unique linkage program between Pitzer and Western University of Health Sciences in
nearby Pomona, California, allows students to complete the BA degree from Pitzer and
the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree in seven years. Requirements for
admission to the linkage program include the normal Pitzer criteria as well as evidence of
community involvement and motivation for a career in primary care medicine. A joint
admissions committee from the two schools will evaluate applications. A maximum of 6
students will be admitted annually to the program. The students will study at Pitzer for
three years, fulfilling the Educational Objectives and premedical requirements,
interacting with Western clinics and physicians, and undertaking medically related
internships. Upon completion of their third year at Pitzer, and having maintained a
minimum GPA of 3.0 and a minimum total of 24 on the scored subtests of the Medical
College Admission Test, and demonstrated personal dedication and traits suitable for
health professions and career development, students in the linkage program will be
admitted to Western University of Health Sciences, where they will pursue the four-year
course of study for the DO degree. This is followed by internship and residency. For
further information and an application, contact the Office of Admissions at Pitzer.
Internships
Comprehensive internship listings can be accessed through the Career Services office.
Internships affirm Pitzer’s commitment to connecting knowledge and action. They also
provide opportunities to link Pitzer students to social issues in Los Angeles communities
and thereby enhance awareness of social responsibility. Internships can provide students
with an opportunity to select and gain invaluable work experience and thereby enhance
career development. Often, in conjunction with a class requirement or as part of an
Independent Study, an internship can be arranged for academic credit. See p. 302 for
Guidelines for Internship and Community Service Independent Study.
Independent Study
Independent Study is a creative option for students wanting to explore an area in more
depth. The provisions for Independent Study are intended by the faculty to foster
students’ intellectual development. It is hoped that students will develop the capacity to
plan and execute projects of their own conception and will acquire a competence in
original research and writing beyond that required by the regular courses of instruction.
See p. 300 for more information about Independent Study.
Teacher Education
As preparation for teaching all subjects in an elementary school classroom, students must
pass the MSAT (Multiple Subjects Assessment for Teachers) of the PRAXIS Series and the
California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) which they are strongly encouraged to
take before their senior year. Interested students should see Professor Mita Banerjee or
Professor Maya Federman and should contact the Career Services for information
regarding teaching as a career. The Office of Teacher Education at Claremont Graduate
University also has specific information regarding its Internship Program.
Although there is no undergraduate major in education at The Claremont Colleges,
students seeking an Elementary Teaching Credential should take courses in the following
areas in preparation for the MSAT and a graduate program in teacher education: (a) 5
courses in English, linguistics, basic writing, and communications; (b) 4 courses in
mathematics, science (including health, environmental, physical, and natural), statistics,
and computers; (c) 5 courses in the social sciences, including one course that addresses
the U.S. Constitution; (d) 3 courses in the humanities, such as dance, art, music, and
philosophy; (e) 2 courses in a foreign language; (f) 1 fieldwork experience, such as
intercollegiate courses Education 170G and 300G; and (g) 1 course in the study of
education, such as sociology of education, culture and education, educational psychology,
and early childhood education. Students planning to enroll in Claremont Graduate
University’s Teacher Education program can use Education 300G toward their credential
program.
Students seeking a Single-Subject Teaching Credential should declare a major in the field
they wish to teach.
Community-Based Learning Programs
The Center for California and Cultural and Social Issues (CCCSI) at Pitzer College is
committed to teaching students to be responsible citizens of both local and global
communities by linking a liberal arts education to concrete action that benefits others.
CCCSI seeks to an effective partner in communities by assisting students and faculty in