Bonnie Bell Wardman Library
For Bonnie Bell Wardman Library see here.
Broadoaks Children’s School
The Broadoaks Children’s School is a learning laboratory for Whittier College students and faculty. The preschool and elementary classrooms sit at the northeast corner of the college campus; the middle school is located about two blocks away on the Friends School Campus. Founded in 1906, Broadoaks is among the oldest and best known college laboratory and demonstration schools in the country. Broadoaks provides research, fieldwork, and pre-professional work opportunities for Whittier College students from such diverse disciplines as education, child development, social work, music, theater, psychology, political science, business, kinesiology, philosophy, and many others.
Broadoaks serves approximately 380 children and families enrolled in preschool through 8th grade in its year-round programs, including before- and after-school care.
The Broadoaks School is a truly unique place, renowned for its outstanding educational programs; its positive, child-centered approach; and the success of its graduates. The school’s experienced and dedicated teachers are the cornerstone of its popularity and success. The curriculum emphasizes active learning as the foundation for future academic success, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Teachers use the students’ strengths and interests as a springboard for teaching the grade-level curriculum, using Common Core and state guidelines as a framework. Several Whittier College professors also teach at Broadoaks in such subjects as philosophy, Spanish, theatre, and music.
Broadoaks also hosts two campus organizations, Delta Phi Upsilon, the national honor society in education and childhood studies, and OMEP-Whittier College, the first collegiate chapter of OMEP, the World Organization for Early Childhood Education. Representing many disciplines, students who join OMEP-Whittier College study global, national, and local children’s issues, ranging from trafficking to homelessness. They participate in a variety of activities with the students at Broadoaks to promote the wellbeing of the world’s children.
For Broadoaks Children’s School see here.
Campus Center
The creation of a new Student Union was identified as a top priority in the College’s Strategic Plan. Funded through a combination of gifts and bond proceeds, the Campus Center was completed in the fall of 2008 and the College community celebrated its grand opening on October 17, 2008. The Center consolidates into one location Whittier’s student life programs and offices including the Dean of Students, Residential Life, Career Planning and Internships. The Mailroom and Copy Services occupy a key location in the west entryway. Quaker Campus, Acropolis, QCTV, Student Government and the KPOET Radio Station are located on the ground floor. The Center also houses the Campus Inn dining, The Spot Café, the Chefs’ Dining Room, the Richard P. Ettinger Lounge, Olive & Bob Clift Bookstore, and Bill & Harriet’s Club 88. A.J. Villalobos Hall is a beautifully appointed standalone facility that provides multipurpose space for a variety of campus events.
In thinking about the new Campus Center, our goals were to create a visually attractive and up-to-date commons for the entire College community - a place to eat and socialize - a place for both resident and commuting students to congregate - and a place for students to conveniently do their business. Distinguished architect Brenda Levin, of Levin and Associates, helped Whittier to successfully translate our vision into a vital and lovely reality.
Campus Safety
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International Programs
Jason A. Carbine, PhD, DSO, Director, Office of International Programs
Gerardo Velasco Manjarrez, PDSO, International Student Advisor and Assistant Director, Office of International Programs
Whittier College sponsors study abroad opportunities and places qualified students in locations all over the globe and is a national leader in diversity abroad. Similarly, we welcome new international students to the college every year and support the global exchange of culture, community and knowledge.
Study Abroad
In keeping with Whittier College’s commitment to offer a well-rounded liberal arts education, qualified students are encouraged to apply to study abroad for an academic year, semester, or short-term faculty-led study abroad in a country and academic environment that will enrich their overall college experience; contribute positively to the life of the College; and generate responsible participation in a global, multi-cultural society. The purpose of study abroad is to immerse students in an international culture so that they may:
- Become informed firsthand of the history, culture, and contemporary issues of the country
- Understand the way people of the host country view the rest of the world
- Gain insight into their own culture by comparing and contrasting home Institutions and values with those of the host country.
Whittier College offers opportunities for international study in a large array of countries in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Latin America through affiliations with a variety of programs and academic institutions.
These study abroad programs can help students:
- Meet major or minor requirements
- Complete liberal education courses
- Achieve proficiency in a second language
- Take courses not available at Whittier College
Course work abroad can be taken in the language of the host country or in English. There are many different options for students to personalize their international educational experience.
Tuition, room, and board fees for study abroad and faculty-led programs vary. Interested students should consult with the Office of International Programs about the details, including any questions about costs, fees, financial aid, health insurance, and payments.
Whittier College’s Global Poet Scholarship Fund awards $2,000 to every student who studies abroad through the Whittier College Office of International Programs. Inquires about eligibility can be made to the Office of International Programs.
International Student Services
In addition, the Office of International Programs serves the special needs of international students on the Whittier College campus. The office acts primarily as a source of information and assistance, with the goal of helping to make the international student experience at Whittier College as productive and meaningful as possible. We provide the following:
- Immigration Records, Reports, Documents, Letters - Administering these as required by SEVP (Student and Exchange Visitor Program), etc.
- Advising & Support Services - Helping students with academic, cultural, and personal concerns.
- Work Authorization & Employment Guidance - Providing information on CPT (Curricular Practical Training) and OPT (Optional Practical Training).
- Relevant Orientation Sessions - Focusing on such topics as maintaining immigration status as an F1 visa student
- Cultural & Social Programming - Organizing events and activities to help international students engage with the campus and local community.
Residential Life
For Residential Life see here.
The Clift Microcomputer Lab
The Clift Microcomputer Lab, located in Hoover Hall, was upgraded recently and now has flat screen monitors, faster processors, and the current version of Microsoft Office. The Lab also has LAN connectivity, a video projector, and a lecture podium for small group learning. The updated Lab is generally open and available to students during the Fall and Spring semesters from 8 AM to 11 PM on Mondays through Thursdays, 8 AM to 5 PM on Fridays, and 1:00 PM to 11 PM on Sundays. The Lab also has a laser printer that is available for use at a nominal cost. The purpose of this Lab is to provide students with the IT support to develop business- related skills, including numerical and word processing, statistical analysis, and general business applications.
Greenleaf Gallery
For Greenleaf Gallery see here.
Information Technology Services
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Lautrup-Ball Cinema
This high definition cinema is home to several film series that take place on campus each year, but serves the College primarily as instructional space. With 145 comfortable, theater-style seats with convenient “swing up” writing surfaces, instructors in Lautrup-Ball can project media in various formats (including Blu-ray discs and multi-region DVDs); use the central podium with dual platform computer - and mobile laptop computer compatibility - to run both Mac and Windows applications; or utilize the cinema’s document camera to capture and project various print media and photo slides “on the spot” without having to print a transparency ahead of time.
Quantitative Success Center
The Quantitative Success Center operates a Math Lab, located on the first floor of the Stauffer Science Building. The facility has a dozen computers loaded with widely used mathematical software applications such as Maple and MATLAB. Calculus classes meet in the Math Lab for weekly instructional labs. Students in higher-level mathematics courses also make extensive use of this facility.
Professional and Pre-Professional Programs
Career preparation is an important part of a Whittier education. The fields of law, education, social work, and the health services have traditionally drawn upon liberal arts graduates for advanced study in graduate schools or professional programs. Liberal arts students select an increasingly wide variety of careers in science, management, business, social service, government, religious vocations, journalism, and the fine arts.
Certain courses in the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities are generally required by professional schools for admission. Whittier College also offers more advanced courses that fulfill certain professional requirements. The following programs are outlined here to help students who intend to seek professional training after graduation. Students interested in professional programs should contact their faculty advisors for additional information.
Pre-Engineering (3-2) Program
For Pre-Engineering (3-2) Program see here
Pre-Health Sciences other than Pre-Physical Therapy
Whittier provides excellent preparation in the basic fields required for admission to accredited professional schools. There is a Health Science Advisory Committee of faculty members that works closely with each student. Students should plan to complete a Bachelor’s degree in a specific major before applying to the school. Although it is possible to enter some schools upon completion of 90 semester credits, most beginning health science students have completed four years of undergraduate work. It is important that each student determines the specific courses required for the schools to which application is made. Certain minimum requirements are common to most medical, dental, optometry, chiropractic and veterinary schools. These include one year of each of the following: biology, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physics and English. Strongly recommended courses include: math (often through calculus), additional biology (i.e. Genetics, embryology), social and behavioral sciences, and biochemistry. Other recommended courses are: anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and quantitative analysis. It is important to note that American medical colleges are now moving towards competency-based admissions so the course needed may be more flexible but more inclusive than other fields.
Students intending to pursue a health science program should contact an advisor in the Biology or Chemistry Departments immediately after admission to Whittier College to plan their curricula and to determine the specific requirements of the schools they are considering. Internship and shadowing experiences are also encouraged.
Pre-Therapy
Early consultation with appropriate faculty is important for a smooth progression through undergraduate requirements and application to appropriate graduate programs.
Occupational Therapy: A major in psychology, music or art is recommended.
Physical Therapy: A major in kinesiology or biology (see Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy Track, B.A. ) is recommended. Common prerequisites for application to physical therapy programs include: general or cell & molecular biology, year sequence of anatomy/physiology, year sequence of general chemistry, year sequence of physics, introduction to psychology, a developmental course in psychology, one semester statistics, and at least one internship. Recommended courses: applied musculoskeletal anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor learning, and either pre-calculus or calculus.
Social Work Program
The Social Work Program has a unique role in the undergraduate curriculum of Whittier College. Its mission is consistent with the historical Quaker values of service, concern for the well-being of individuals, and respect for diversity in a global society, and the attainment of social and economic justice for all. The Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
The Program offers an excellent education for undergraduates with career interests in social services, especially social work practice. Students gain knowledge, values, and skills to work with numerous interacting systems: the individual, the family, small groups, the neighborhood and larger community, and a variety of social welfare organizations and social institutions.
The objective of the program is to prepare students for beginning generalist social work practice and for graduate social work education. Social work majors are required to take 9 units of specified liberal arts courses and 40 units of social work core courses. The core includes 400 hours of fieldwork in a human service agency that provides supervised practice experience appropriate to the students’ level of development. Student may also complete a minor in social work (18 credits).
Students are urged to consult the Social Work Program advisors in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work for more information.
Teacher Education
Whittier College has a long and proud tradition in the preparation of teachers. The Whittier College Teacher Education Program is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and offers programs leading to preliminary Single Subject, Multiple Subject, and Education Specialist credentials. With both graduate and undergraduate level courses available, students can find a pathway that works for them. Coursework culminating in a Master of Arts in Teaching is offered at the graduate level.
Rooted in a commitment to both theory and praxis, our programs integrate rigorous academic study with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that foster critical thinking, cultural responsiveness, and evidence-based practice.
Through dynamic coursework, collaborative field experiences, and engagement with diverse communities, we empower our students to become reflective practitioners, compassionate advocates, and innovative leaders. Whether at the undergraduate or graduate level, our programs cultivate a deep understanding of child development, learning processes, and family systems, preparing graduates to support and inspire the next generation in educational and community settings.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning. We strive to develop professionals who are not only well-versed in research and best practices but also committed to fostering environments where all children and families can thrive.
Ruth B. Shannon Center
For Ruth B. Shannon Center see here.
Summer Program
Fritz Smith, Associate Dean of Faculty, Coordinator of the Summer Program
The Whittier College Summer Program consists of two five-week sessions with the dates specified in the Summer Calendar. Students may take a maximum of six credits. During Session II, students may take a maximum of six credits. During Session III, students may take a maximum of three credits. The maximum number of credits for which any student may register during the summer is 12.
Some Liberal Education Requirements may be offered through the Summer Program. The Summer Program is of particular interest to graduate students enrolled in credential programs or the Master of Arts in Teaching Program. The summer curriculum features an intensive professional preparation sequence for Preliminary Multiple Subject (elementary) and Single Subject (secondary) Teaching Credentials.
Members of Whittier College faculty and select adjunct faculty teach Summer Program courses. All courses satisfy requirements for Whittier College academic credit and may be applied toward credential and degree requirements.
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