Alcalá 1991

Academic Excellence

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'CU he University not only provides an opportunity for the physical, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, cultural and social development of all students, but also strives for academic excellence, strengthening the liberal arts tradition, and maintaining prior– ity on effective teaching form the cornerstone ofUSD's educa-

her personal philosophy and in– dividual value system. They give of themselves out– side of the classrooms as well, finding time to be available dur– ing long office hours, to speak at Faculty Forums, or to advise student groups. USD's faculty drives students to better not only themselves, but the world as well.

tional approach. And that all rests upon the faculty. Their dedication to quality instruction and personal contact with stu– dents makes USD special. Fac– ulty members . constantly pro– vided new challenges for their students - to think, to learn, to get that paper done on time (for once() - and for each individual to develop and strengthen his/ I I

The School of ~ucatlon: A school that offers teaching, credential, and degree pro– grams In various professional areas.

The School of Arts and Sciences: The psychology department furthers the stu· dent's understanding of psychology as both a science and a profession.

The School ofArts and Sciences: The De· partment of Biology offers a program of gen– eral courses that for Instance prepares the student for graduate or professional schools.

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