EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE

THE PORRECO CENTER

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ABOUT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE -THE PORRECO CENTER

OUR MISSION

The mission of Edinboro University is to create and share knowledge by providing access
to education and learning experiences for the academic, cultural and personal growth of
the students and the larger community we serve.

education, elementary education, English & theatre arts, foreign
languages, geosciences, philosophy and history are provided.

Edinboro University is committed to lifelong learning and service. Through the Office of
Extended Learning, the University strives to:

In addition, Edinboro University offers graduate and extended
learning classes, plus four associate degree programs: Associate of

• Serve the northwestern Pennsylvania area through community service activities;

Arts in Criminal Justice, Associate of Arts in Human Services,

• Link the University's resources to the needs of the community;

Associate of Science in Business Administration and an Associate of

• Provide continuing professional education to business and industry and
other area professionals;

Arts degree in Specialized Studies at Edinboro University in Erie if

• Enhance personal enrichment of the community through non-credit offerings.

you have 90 credits from another institution of higher education .

Arts in Liberal Studies. You may be able to complete a Bachelor of

New at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center, earn an

We look forward to serving the needs of our family.

Associate of Science in Pre-School Education. Cohort to start Fall
GENERAL INFORMATION

BRIEF HISTORY

2007 (see Associate Degree section for more information).

Registration: We encourage you to register early. This will prevent the classes you are interested in from being canceled due to low enrollments. Please register at least one week in
advance.

The rich history of the Porreca estate dates back to the mid-

The Department of Professional Studies offers graduate coursework

nineteenth century, when a German immigrant, Henry Knobloch,

at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center for the

purchased the original 400 acres. The main property stayed in the

following programs in Educational Leadership:

Refund and Cancellation Policy: You may cancel one week before class begins to receive a
full refund. Classes canceled less than one week will not receive a refund, and you will be
responsible for your class fee.

Knobloch family until 1931 , when the first of the Gebauer's took
title. Jesse Gebauer became the owner in 1942 while married to

Extended Learning reserves the right to postpone, limit enrollment, cancel , split or combine classes, and change instructors and class locations when necessary.

Standard Oil fortune successor to John D. Rockefeller.

Inclement Weather: In the event of severe weather conditions, students should listen to
local radio and television stations for the official closing of the campus. If the University is
closed, all off-campus locations will be closed as well.
Instructors: The courses listed in this catalogue are taught either by regular University faculty members or other qualified professional persons from the area. Each possesses a talent, skill or specialized interest, which he/she wishes to share with the community.
For more information about the programs listed in the Extended Learning publication or
certificate and contract training needs, call (814) 836-1955 or 1-800-526-0121.

Dr. Frank G. Pogue
President
· Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Edinboro University in Erie The Porreca Center Staff:
Dr. Terry L. Smith
Dean of Liberal Studies
tlsmith@edinboro.edu
Janet L. Bowker
Director and Outreach Coordinator
bowker@edinboro.edu
Beth A. Zewe
Coordinator of Non-Credit Programs
zewe@edinboro.edu
Sabra Jefferson
Office Professional
sjefferson @edinboro.edu

Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center falls within EMTA Routes 21 /28. Th e
EMTA bus service is available free to University students throughout the entire EMTA
system for Edinboro students with valid University ID cards. Bus schedules are avail able online at www.emtaerie.com. EMTA RideLine: 452-3515.

• Master's of Education in Educational Leadership

Adrian Archbold, grandson of John Archbold, the partner and

• Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification
• Post Master's Supervisor of Special Education Certification

Mrs. Archbold died in 1976, and much of the estate was divided

• Post Master's Superintendent Letter of Eligibility

into smaller holdings and sold privately. The core of the property,
however, was retained and put on public auction. In 1978, Louis

J.

Porreca purchased it. In 1986, Mr. Porreca donated the estate to
Edinboro University to enhance the quality and convenience of
educational offerings in the Erie area.
Today, the renovated estate is used by Edinboro University to
provide both credit and non-credit educational opportunities for
traditional and non-traditional students, and for holding special
events. Various organizations within the community also use the
facilities for educational and cultural programming.

POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity education institution and will
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex and handicap of its activities,
programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and the ADA.

Over 10,000 students have taken

For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Dr. Erinn Lake,
Interim Director of Social Equity and Staff Development, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504,
McNerney Hall, Edinboro, PA 16444 (814) 732-2167. For information or assistance
regarding services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and usable by persons
with a disability, contact Dr. Robert McConnell, Office of Students with Disabilities
(814) 732-2462 V/TTY.

classes in various programs at the
Porreca Center since Edinboro
University consolidated its
academic offerings at one
convenient location more than 19
years ago. Undergraduate courses
in such areas as biology and
health services, business

Office of Extended Learning
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center
2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403
(814) 836-1955 or 814-732-2544
Fax: (814) 833-2085
Office open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 7:30 pm

administration and economics,
mathematics and computer
science, speech and
communication studies, secondary

And, during the summer, the grounds are alive with the sound of
children's voices . The Kids Academy at Porreca is an exciting
opportunity for children in grades 1-6 to participate in a wide array
of unique learning experiences thanks to Edinboro University in
Erie. In addition, Edinboro University is proud to partner with
Stairways Behavioral Health in hosting the Annual Stairways
Summer Youth Art Program for area students.

Edinboro University in Erie - A Community & Corporate Resource
COMMUNITY & CORPORATE RESOURCE -

Associate Degrees at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center

LET US HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT!

New! Associate of Science in Pre-School Edu cation

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In tandem with its role as an academic institution, Edinboro
University in Erie also provides facilities for citizens and

Financial Aid

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organizations wishing to hold special events at the Center.

Associate of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice

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Facilities are available for training sessions, retreats,

Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services

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conferences, meetings, receptions, classroom space,

Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration

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videoconferencing and press conferences. In addition, the

Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies

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facility houses a computer lab and distance education

Graduate Coursework in Educational Leadership Programs

classroom.

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Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification

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housed within one of the largest standing barns in Erie County.

Mary Porreca Hall, the original estate mansion and still its

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The renovated interior includes classrooms and a seminar area.

centerpiece, has been maintained to preserve its 1800s vintage

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The Barn also houses a fully equipped computer lab with 24

farmhouse milieu. Among its 12 rooms is a large living area

computers with Internet capabilities and a distance education

perfect for executive seminars, retreats, conferences, receptions

classroom.

and cultural events, and professional and social gatherings.

Edinboro University in Erie's primary academic facility is

Mary Porreca Hall also has a library, three small conference or
break out rooms, dining and lounge facilities, and a fully
equipped kitchen. Special-event catering services are also
available.

Accounting Satellite Programs-Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants

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Building Inspection - International Code Council (ICC) Training

Residential Code Inspection Series _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 8
Commercial Building Inspection Series

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Child Care Training Programs

Sharing Observations with Parents - Part 1

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Language Development and Literacy Learning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 9
Sharing Observations with Parents - Part 2

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Learning Through Doing: Creating Inquiry Based Math Activities

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Computer Skills Courses

Customized Computer Training _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets (Excel)

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Music Programs

Community Music School

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Concert Band of Northwest Pennsylvania _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10

The Center also houses a converted guest house (The Garden

Special Programs

House) which contains classrooms, faculty offices, a library
service area with reference materials and direct computer

15th Annual Edinboro Highland Games

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access to Edinboro University's main library catalogue, the

Intergenerational Center

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largest educational resources center in northwestern

Purple Martin Conservation Association

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Pennsylvania.

13th Annual Technology Ingenuity Contest

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13th Annual Kids Academy at Porreco _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 14
VIDEOCONFERENCING/DISTANCE EDUCATION CAPABILITIES

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Edinboro University in Erie offers videoconferencing capability for

For more information about Edinboro University in Erie - The

meetings, classes or conferences. Uti I izi ng state-of-the-art

Porreco Center, or to utilize the Center and its facilities, please

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technology, meetings can be conducted at a distance to save both

contact:

Selection/Hiring Process Overview

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Beth A. Zewe

The Hiring Process

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Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center

Maximizing the New Hire

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The Performance Management Process

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time and expensive travel costs. A two-way, fully interactive
videoconference classroom complete with multiple cameras and
computer presentation is available.

2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403

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Workforce Training Non-Credit Courses

Workforce & Economic Development Network (WEDnet) Guaranteed Free Training

(814) 836-1955 or Fax (814) 833-2085

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zewe@edinboro.edu

Information Technology Training

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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS AT EDINBORO .

UNIVERSITY IN ERIE - THE PORRECO CENTER
COST AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION

"BUILDING A PROSPEROUS FUTURE THROUGH ACADEMIC

(Fall 2006 - Spring 2007)

EXCELLENCE AND CIVILITY"
PA Resident

Non-PA Resident

Tuition

Full-time undergraduate (per year)

$5,038

$7,558

celebrate the University's 150th anniversary or Sesquicentennial. This theme, "Building a prosperous

Room

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future through academic excellence and civility," builds upon our commitment to academic

Board (14-meal plan)

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excellence and civility while introducing the ideal of prosperity. We believe that excellence in

Fees:

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania introduced a new theme for the 2006-07 academic year to help

academics and civility will lead to prosperity, not only for members of the Edinboro Family, but also

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for the region, state, nation and the world we serve.

University Center Assessment

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Health

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Instructional Services (12 credits)

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I am pleased to present this brochure to you and to share information about the degree programs we
are offering at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center. By offering classes at our historic

Instructional Technology

and beautiful facility in Erie, we are reaching out to those of you who live iA Erie and pr~fer to stay at

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home while taking classes ... those of you who realize that an Edinboro degree can open the doors to a prosperous and productive

Part-time Undergraduate Tuition per credit

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$12,202

$14,785

$210

$315

future, at a fraction of the cost of many other colleges and universities ... those of you who, unfortunately, find yourselves
unemployed and looking for a new career direction ... and even those of you who are returning from military service.
As you'll see on the following pages, a degree from Edinboro University can take you almost anywhere you want to go. It can,
indeed, lead to a "prosperous future through academic excellence and civility."

Frank G. Pogue, President
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro University in Erie The Porreco Center

Great News for Out-of-State Students! Edinboro University of

(federal aid, Pennsylvania aid, OIG for Ohio students, and
assistance from Edinboro University). In addition, an extensive
scholarship program has been established, and approximately 900
student jobs are available.

Pennsylvania now offers all non-Pennsylvania residents a lower
tuition rate beginning with the fall (September) semester of the
2006-2007 school year. The new tuition charge is 150 percent of
in-state resident tuition. Previously, non-Pennsylvania students were
charged 200 percent of resident tuition. This represents a total
savings of $2 ,518 per academic year, making an Edinboro
University quality education even more affordable to nonPennsylvania residents.

Edinboro University has established a general scholarship fund
from which more than 500 scholarships are awarded each year. A
wide range of eligibility factors includes curriculum, quality point
average, SAT score, class rank, athletic ability, recommendations of
professors, and geographic area.

The cost of books and supplies is approximately $900 per year,
while the cost of personal care items and travel/spending money is
estimated at $2,100 per year. (All fees are subject to change

The Edinboro University Financial Aid Code for use on state and
federal financial aid applications is 003321. For more information
on financial aid or scholarships, call the Edinboro University

without notice.)
YOU CAN EARN A DEGREE...

NEW AT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE -

• Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice - will prepare you for a

Financial Aid Office at 814-732-5555 or toll-free at 1-888-611-

More than $58 million in student financial aid is available to
Edinboro University students each year through a variety of grants

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variety of employment opportunities with the police, the courts,
and correctional programs.

Earn an Associate of Science in Pre-School Education

• Associate of Arts in Human Services - wi 11 prepare you for

Cohort to Start

employment in a wide range of mental health and/or human
services fields.

Fall 2007!

Be part of the first "cohort" for this new associate degree. As a
cohort, you and your classmates will complete the program

• Associate of Science in Business Administration - wi 11 prepare

you for an entry-level position in business, accounting, finance or

together from start to finish. The program offers a very

marketing.

structured schedule so you know what classes you will be taking

• Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies - will enhance your basic

each academic term. You take two to three classes a semester,

skills while giving you the foundation you need for a four-year

including summers, and the group finishes together in the

degree.

summer of 2010. And the best part is that you will take ALL of

• Associate of Science in Pre-School Education - Cohort to start

Fall 2007.

the classes in Erie at The Porreco Center!

OR COMPLETE A DEGREE ...

The cohort is limited to 25 students. Classes will meet on

You may be able to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Specialized Studies at Edinboro University in Erie if you have 90
credits from another institution of higher education . Simply contact
an academic advisor by calling 814-732-2218 and say "I'd like to
complete my degree at Porreco."

For a degree application or for an admissions interview,
please contact the
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
Academy Hall
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone: 1-888-8GO-BORO (888-846-2676) or 814-732-2761
Fax: 814-732-2420
E-mail: eup_admissions@edinboro.edu
Web: www.edinboro.edu

One of the 14 universities in Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education,
Edinboro University is committed to affirmative action for all persons in
its educational programs, activities, and employment practices.

weekends. At press time the schedule was still being finalized,
so for more information, please contact The Porreco Center

Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center offers weekend classes to accommodate your schedule!

Office at 814-836-1955.

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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
OVERVIEW
The field of criminal justice encompasses all matters relating to

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN HUMAN SERVICES

PROGRAM OF STUDY

OVERVIEW

I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

The basic premise of this program is that there is a common core of

30 sem. hrs.

PROGRAM OF STUDY
I. GENERA~ EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

30 sem. hrs.

crime. It is concerned with law, criminology, police, courts,

College Writing Skills (3)

attitudes, skills and knowledge that apply to a variety of settings in

College Writing Skills (3)

corrections, crime control policy and planning. Moreover, it is a

Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3 )

the human services. Individuals equipped with these competencies

Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3)

rapidly changing field. Modern criminal behavior such as computer

Essential Computing I (3)

can make effective contributions to agencies involved in mental

Essential Computing I (3)

Finite Mathematics (3)

theft and embezzlement, terrorism, racketeering and sophisticated
political corruption require new technologies and skills for crime
control. There is a need for broadly educated personnel with a
deep understanding of the criminal justice system and its political,

One approved course from six different

Principles of Sociology (3)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

One approved course from four of the following:

Many health and human services agencies are seeking individuals

Core categories: 1, 2, 4, 6 or 7 (12)

social and economic environments. There is equally a need for
11. CRIMINAL JUSTICE REQUIREMENTS

modern police skills, from accounting to computer skills and

A. THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

counseling.

24 sem. hrs.

12 sem. hrs.

and exciting -

Prosecution and the Courts (3)

elderly. The availability of trained paraprofessionals in these areas
12 sem. hrs.

Contemporary Social Problems (3)
Sociology of the Life Cycle (3)
Introduction to Social Work (3)
B.

could make such services available to the public more efficiently

CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES

Pennsylvania Criminal Code (3 )

The goal of the program is to educate, in two years, a generalist

Criminal Procedure and Evidence (3)

worker who could move into a wide range of mental health and/or

C. SOCIETAL INFLUENCES ON CRIME AND DELINQUENCY
U.S. Police History (3 )

The two-year associate
degree program is

Drugs and Human Behavior (3)

designed primarily to

Juvenile Delinquency (3)

provide persons currently

D.Techniques of Dealing with Crime

Society and the Individual (3)

Criminal Investigation (3)

justice agencies an

Criminalistics (3)

opportunity to enrich their

Probation, Parole and Community Corrections (3)

backgrounds in criminal

Public Administration (3 )

justice studies and at the

Race & Ethnic Relations (3)
Human Diversity (3)

human services fields.

Introduction to Social Welfare Policy (3 )
C.

ELECTIVES IN FIELD

government jobs during the 1990s. Government agencies employ a

To be selected from the following:

significant portion of the paraprofessionals to deal with such issues

Juvenile Delinquency (3)

as poverty, crime, public assistance, population policy, social

Sociology of Marriage and Family (3)

6 sem . hrs.

Medical Social Work (3)

rehabilitation, community development, mental health, racial and

employed in criminal

9 sem. hrs.

Work and Society (3)

Human services paraprofessionals held several thousand

Organized Crime and Corruption (3)

BEHAVIORS, TREATMENTS AND STRATEGIES

To be selected from the following:

and effectively.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

9 sem. hrs.

Principles of Sociology (3)

B. LEGAL ASPECTS OF CRIME

criminal justice system and development of essential skills: the

24 sem. hrs.

NATURE AND NEED OF SERVICE

To be selected from the following:

This program is concerned with the preparation of individuals as

workers for developmentally disabled, and workers with the

set of occupations. To meet this need, Edinboro University offers a
comprehensive program which provides an overview of the

A.

enough to be effective workers.

Introduction to Corrections (3)

To be selected from at least two categories below

II. HUMAN SERVICES AREA REQUIREMENTS

mental health workers, psychiatric aides, social service workers,

Introduction to Policing (3)

A sound degree program in criminal justice must be flexible to

Core categories (18)

who have less than a baccalaureate degree, but are sophisticated

Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)

prepare undergraduates for a rapidly changing -

Finite Mathematics (3)

health, education, welfare, corrections and other areas.

American Government (3)

Child Welfare (3)

ethnic studies, and environmental impact studies.

Aging and Human Services (3)
Ill. FREE ELECTIVES
TOTAL

E. Electives

6 sem. hrs.
60 sem. hrs.

Juvenile Justice (3)

same time earn a college
degree in the field.

111. ELECTIVES (Open)

Edinboro's criminal

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Department of Sociology
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone:814-732-1593
Fax: 814-732-1632

6 sem. hrs.
60 sem. hrs.

justice program seeks to provide students with a broad
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Department of Political Science & Criminal Justice
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone: 814-732-2409

understanding of the entire criminal justice system and human
behavior rather than a narrow specialization . A wide range of
employment opportunities exists with the police, the courts, and
correctional programs. The background provided by this degree

http://webs.edinboro.edu/deptlsociology.html

http://webs.edinboro.edu/deptlpolscience.html

program may also be valuable for those who decide to seek a fouryear bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, sociology or
political science.

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
OVERVIEW
The Associate of Science degree in Business Administration

PROGRAM OF STUDY

OVERVIEW

I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

The Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies is a flexible two-year degree
program designed to meet the needs of a variety of students:

24 sem. hrs.

prepares students for a variety of professional careers. This degree

College Writing Skills (3)

program is especially designed to provide students with a business

Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3)

degree for entry-level positions in business, for job promotion, or as

Essential Computing I (3)
One approved course from four of the following

administration. Students complete a foundation of business courses

Core categories: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 (12)

that provide thorough exposure to each of the business functions,
II. BUSINESS FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS

27 sem. hrs.

Principles of Accounting I (3)
business.

Principles of Accounting II (3)

Students are also required to complete an elective course in

Information Resources Management* (3)

business that provides additional expertise in a selected business

Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business (3)
Principles of Economics: Macro (3)

area. This elective is chosen from courses in advertising and

Principles of Economics: Micro (3)
promotion, cost accounting, human resource management, and

Business Finance I (3)

money and banking.

Principles of Management (3)

All of the courses required in the associate degree program also

Principles of Marketing (3)

apply to the bachelor's degree in business administration.

Ill. BUSINESS ELECTIVE

PROGRAM OF STUDY
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
30 sem. hrs.
College Writing Skills (3)
Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3)
Essential Computing I (3)
Finite Mathematics (3)
One approved course from six different
Core categories (18)

• Students desiring a two-year degree that will enable them
to transfer to a four-year institution
• Unemployed workers wanting to develop marketable job skills

College Algebra (3)

a bridge toward completion of a bachelor's degree in business

to economics, to business law, and to the technology used in

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN LIBERAL STUDIES

• Employed persons seeking retraining or upgrading
of knowledge

II. HUMANITIES TRACK
15-24 sem. hrs.
At least one advanced course from four of seven
advanced humanities disciplines:Art, English and Theatre Arts,
Foreign Languages, History, Music, Philosophy, or Speech
Communications

Up to 15 hours of credit may be awarded for previously completed
courses at vocational or technical institutes, and students may be
eligible to have their tuition covered by the national vocational
training act.

Ill. ELECTIVES
6-15 sem. hrs.
To be chosen in close consultation with the program advisor.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Department of Philosophy
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone: 814-732-2490
Fax: 814-732-2865

TOTAL

60 sem. hrs.

http://webs.edinboro.edu/deptlphilosophy.html
3 sem. hrs.

One of the following courses:
Cost Accounting

GRADUATE COURSEWORK IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

Money and Banking
Human Resource Management

The Department of Professional Studies offers graduate coursework at Edinboro University in Erie -

Advertising and Promotion
IV. FREE ELECTIVES
TOTAL

The Porreca Center for the following programs in Educational Leadership:

3 sem. hrs.
60 sem. hrs.

• Master's of Education in Educational Leadership
• Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification
• Post Master's Supervisor of Special Education Certification

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Department of Business Administration and Economics
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone: 814-732-2407
Fax: 814-732-1610

http://webs.edinboro.edu/dept/business.html

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Post Master's Superintendent Letter of Eligibility
Courses for the programs listed above are also available through web-based instruction
via the Internet. Graduate Programs in Educational Leadership are designed to be flexible
and meet the needs of students who want to pursue advanced degrees or certifications
while having a fulltime career.
Please contact Dr. James Bolton (jbolton @edinboro.edu, 814-732-1734)
or Dr. Andrew Pushchak (apushchak@edinboro.edu, 814-732-1548)

The Associate of Science in Business Administration program

for course offerings and further program information .

prepares the student to find employment in various positions in
domestic or international businesses including accounting,
advertising, finance, financial services, logistics, management,

ACCOUNTING SATELLITE COURSES - PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY OF
PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (8 CPE HOURS)

marketing and production.
Business positions are available for graduates in commercial firms,

The 2007 course year begins May, 2007.

not-for-profit organizations, government agencies and international

Please check the Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants site for the schedule. (www.pspa-state.org)

businesses. Graduates can also choose to be self-employed and are
These satellite classes are presented by the Accounting Continuing Education Professional Network (ACPEN) and are held at Edinboro

prepared for further study in business administration, accounting,

University in Erie - The Porreca Center. Please register directly with the Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants by emailing

finance, financial services, economics or marketing.

info@pspa-state.org or by calling 1-800-270-3352 . Non-members are $155 for these courses; members are $110.

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BUILDING INSPECTION - INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC) TRAINING

CHILD-CARE TRAINING PROGRAMS

Internationa l Code Council (ICC), formerly Building Officials Code Administrators International (BOCA),
sets guidelines and provides training to "Code Enforcement Officials" (CEOs) of
all Pennsylvania municipalities, counties, townships, and cities.

The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and Northwest Regional Key Training underwrite
training costs for child care training programs at Edinboro University. Each session can be
applied toward the Department of Public Welfare's annual six-hour training requirement.

NEED A NEW CAREER? BECOME A BUILDING INSPECTOR!

Edinboro

University is offering 4 sessions this spring.
If you are tired of worrying about company downsizing and lay-offs, or you need to find something else to do,
Registration Cost: $5 per 3-hour course. The registration fee is non-refundable. Applicants should

you should consider a career as a building inspector. With the new Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
implemented in July of 2004, a whole new career field has been created.

assume acceptance of registration unless otherwise notified. If a class is filled or canceled,

PENNSYLVANIA'S ONLY PROVEN COMPREHENSIVE
BUILDING INSPECTOR TRAINING PROGRAM

we will notify you. Registration must be made at least one week in advance.
Description of Level Designations:

Now available at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center. All classes are taught by

Level 1: Designed for entry-level professionals

International Code Council instructors using materials/books published by the International Code Council.

Level 2: Designed for those who possess the basic knowledge and skills of OAP

Classes prepare students to take the Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector and

Level 3: Designed for those who desire to work toward group supervisor or director positions

Commercial Building Plans Examiner certification tests.

Sharing Observations with Parents - Part 1
No. Days

Residential Inspection Series (IRC2006)

Dates

4

3
3

6,2007

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This workshop provides information and training which focuses on
sharing observations with parents of the children you care for, your
team of caregivers, or school age children in your care. Cathy
Shabtai has conducted excellent training sessions in this topic area
in the past, and it will be worthwhile training to all.
Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Cathy Shabtai
Level : K5C1 Topic Code 53

Language Development and Literacy Learning

Dr. Maureen Walcavich will provide a wonderful workshop
providing caregivers with an assortment of activities and training to
increase language and literacy development in the early years.

June 5, 2007
June 12, 2007

Sharing Observations with Parents - Part 2

This second of a series of two workshops provides information and
training which focuses on sharing observations with parents of the
children you care for, your team of caregivers, or the school age
children in your care. Cathy Shabtai has conducted excellent
training on this topic, and it will be worthwhile training to all.

Date: Tuesday, March 6, 2007
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Dr. Maureen Walcavich
Level: K2C1 Topic Code 13

June 13, 2007

Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Cathy Shabtai
Level: K5C2 Topic Code 53

June 14, 2007
June 20, 2007
June 21, 2007
Overview of the International Fire Code

June 26, 2007

Fire S rinkler Plan Review

June 27, 2007
Learning Through Doing: Creating Inquiry Based Math Activities

Series #2 - Residential Code Inspection Series (IRC2003)

Series #2 - Commercial Building Inspection Series (IBC2003)

Dates: April 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11 , 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31

Dates: May 14, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

May 1, 2, 3, 4

June 4, 5, 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27

Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $2,880 for entire series, plus texts (approx. $600)

Cost: $2,300, plus texts (approx. $700)

This workshop introduces participants to a variety of interactive,
engaging activities to stimulate young children's inquiry based math
understanding. A variety of handouts will be distributed.
Date: Monday, March 26, 2007
Time : 5:30-8:3 0 pm
Trainer: Dr. Virginia McGinnis
Level: K2C1 Topic Code 11

APPROVED FOR OVR FUNDING
Classes can be taken individually or sign up for the entire series. Prices do not include costs for certification testing.
Call 814-836-1955 to register - Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center

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CUSTOMIZED COMPUTER TRAINING

Thursdays, April, 12, 19 & 26 (3 classes), 6:00-8:00 pm

Let Edinboro University provide a customized computer training
session for your company in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access or
PowerPo int. Let us tea ch your employees how to navigate the
Internet, design databases or get them started in basic computer
orientation. Please call for more information.

Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center
Instructor: Mr. Sean Bliley, Director of Budgets at Edinboro
University
$150

Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets (Excel)
This workshop provides an introduction to Microsoft Excel
spreadsheets. You will learn the basics of spreadsheets and gain
hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel. You will learn how to
create, edit, and save a basic spreadsheet. Prerequisite: Basic
keyboarding and mouse skills. Participants may wish to bring a
diskette on which to save their work.

FRIDAY, MAY 18TH • EDINBORO UNIVERSITY

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Music & Tea at Goodel I Gardens

Route 6N

4:00-6:00pm

Kilted Mile Run

Scot & Scotland Road

6:30pm

Ed Miller & Chelsea House Orchestra

Cole Auditorium

8:00pm

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MUSIC PROGRAMS

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COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL

CONCERT BAND
OF NORTHWEST PENNSYLVANIA
FALL CONCERTS

Founded as the Preparatory Division by the Music Department at
Edinboro University in the 1970s, the Edinboro University
Community Music School was reborn in 2000 with a major
expansion. Its mission is to provide music lessons to students
without regard to their ability to pay. With this in mind, the
Community Music School expanded into Erie at the Boys and Girls
Club of Erie, Inc. and at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca
Center. Currently, we have approximately 200 students studying a
full range of musical instruction including wind and brass
instruments, Suzuki piano, Suzuki violin, piano, strings, guitar,
percussion, Kindermusik, and the Erie Children's Choir.

SATURDAY, MAY 19TH • EDINBORO UNIVERSITY
Highland Dance Competitions

Van Houten or Cole Auditorium

9:00am-4:00pm

Pro/Am Heavy Athletic Competitions

McComb Lawns

9:00am-4:00pm

Bagpipe Band Performances

Lawns or Van Houten Dining Hall

9:00am-4:00pm

Scottish Clan Gathering

Lawns

9:00am-4:00pm

A Scottish Concert

The facilities at Edinboro
University in Erie - The
Porreco Center make an
ideal setting for the
Community Music School.
Working closely with the
administrative staff at the
Porreco Center, offerings
include Suzuki piano,
violin, voice, piano, and
flute lessons. The Porreca
Center houses a grand piano for student use, pre- and post-lesson
computers, electronic pianos, and teaching studios. Future plans
may include a concert hall and dedicated teaching areas for
chamber music and lessons.

Honoring President Frank Pogue during
Edinboro University's Sesquicentennial
Sunday, April 1, 2007, 3:00 pm
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Edinboro University

Scottish Village Merchants

Lawns

9:00am-4 :00pm

Sheep to Shawl Weaving

Lawns

9:00am-4:00pm

Memorial Day Service

Archery Tournament

Lawns

9:00am-4:00pm

Sunday, May 27, 2007, 7:00 pm
Edinboro Cemetery

Rugby Tournaments

Practice Fields

9:00am-5:00pm

Fiddle Workshop

Gazebo or Library

10:00am-11 :50am

Celtic and Appalachian Music

Lawns or Van Houten Dining Hall

10:00am-4:00pm

Fiddlers' Tent

Lawns

10:00am-4:00pm

Clydesdales & Highland Cattle

Lawns

10:00am-4:00pm

Fire Eater/Story Teller

Lawns

11 :00am-3:00pm

Opening Ceremonies & Massed Bands

Lawns

12:30pm

Kids' Games & Castle Jump

Gazebo Lawns

1 :00pm-3:00pm

Closing Ceremonies

Lawns

4:30pm

Ceilidh/Dinner Party/Music

Van Houten North

6:00-11 :00pm

An Evening in Old Vienna

Wednesday, June 20, 2007, 7:00 pm
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Edinboro University
Diamond Jubilee Concert for John Philip Sousa
Thursday, July 5, 2007, 7:00 pm
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Edinboro University
A Salute to Karl L. King

Wednesday, July 11, 2007, 7:00 pm
Louis C. Cole Auditorium
Edinboro University
A Salute to Karl L. King

The Community Music School offers scholarships to over 40% of its
students. To fund these activities, a generous grant from the Boys
and Girls Club of Erie, Inc. was received in year one. Since then,
fundraising efforts have included student fees, private donations,
and grants. Please contact the Community Music School to discuss
donor opportunities. The Community Music School can be reached
at (814) 732-1357 or via e-mail at dburdick@edinboro.edu. The
Community Music School website can be found on the Music
Department website at http://www.edinboro.edu. The staff of the
Community Music School includes Dr. Daniel Burdick, Executive
Director, and Professor LeAnne Wistrom, Administrative Director. In
addition, the staff of the Porreca Center provides crucial assistance
and support throughout the year.

Wednesday, July 25, 2007, 7:00 pm
Diamond Park in Meadville
A Salute to Karl L. King

Sunday, July 29, 2007, 12:30 pm
Bestor Plaza at The Chautauqua Institution
An Evening in Old Vienna

Wednesday, August 1, 2007, 7:00 pm
Diamond Park in Meadville

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SUNDAY, MAY 20TH • CAMPBELL POTTERY STORE & GALLERY
Scottish Desserts

Pavilion and Store

11 :00am-3:00pm

Diamond Jubilee Concert
for John Philip Sousa

Chelsea House Orchestra Concert

Pavi I ion or Store

1 :00-2:30pm

Wednesday, August 8, 2007, 7:00 pm
Diamond Park in Meadville

Final Bids in Silent Art Auction

Pavilion or Store

2:00pm

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INTERGENERATIONAL CENTER

PURPLE MARTIN CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION

Diebold Center for the Performing Arts (basement) • Edinboro University Campus • Edinboro, PA

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(814) 732-2244
The Intergenerational Center at Edinboro University is a group of
lifelong learners from the Edinboro area who meet for
companionship and a variety of programs/projects, using the
resources, knowledge and expertise of many people from the
campus and the community. The Center is located in the
basement of The Diebold Center for Performing Arts (located next
to Reeder Hall on Meadville Street in Edinboro).

Coffee, conversation and card games are quiet times available for
you at the Intergenerational Center on Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Thursdays, 9:00 am to 3:30 p.m. Participate in RSVP projects,
sewing projects, book reviews, lunch and fellowship, nurse
screenings, bingo, lectures and educational classes.

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The Purple Martin Conservation

at its colony site on the

Association is an international, non-

eastern shore of Edinboro

profit, tax-exempt organization
dedicated to the conservation of the

Lake, where as many as

Purple Martin (Progne subis) species of

each year. Over 6,000

supported by membership contributions and product sales. The

Purple Martin Update.
Additionally, the PMCA is
in touch with over 100,000

10:00 am

Line Dancing with Lorraine Mclaughlin

TUESDAYS

9:30-11 :45 am

" Thinking Beyond the Ordinary Discussion Group"

through its Office of Extended Learning, which played a valuable

Noon

Lunch at the University Club

THURSDAYS

role in the formation of the PMCA and continues to provide

Purple Martin enthusiasts

assistance and logistical support.

throughout North America.

1:00 pm

Coffee, Conversation, & Cards

Morning

Edinboro Area Adult Women, Edinboro University Students
" Brown Bag With Professors" Presentations & Discussion

nesting members of the

1st & 3rd Wednesday: "500 Club"

swallow family that spend

2nd & 4th Wednesday: Scrabble "stretch the mind"

their winters in Brazil and

9: 15-11 :30 am

1:00 pm

quarterly publication, The

art wildlife management techniques, and public education . It is
PMCA is associated with Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

1 :00 pm

members receive its

bird through scientific research, state-of-the-

MONDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

150 pairs of martins nest

Annual Emeritus Lecture Series open to the pub Iic & students

migrate back to North

Conversation, Coffee and Cards

American breeding grounds

Other programs being planned, times to be arranged :
Watercolor Introduction, Beginning Knitting
Don't want to drive to the Center, call the LIFT at 456-2299. LIFT
will pick you up at home; bring you to the Center, then back home.
Other Center members use the LIFT daily. Try it; you'll like it.
Parking: single event - secure a visitor's pass at the Police
Department in Earlley Hall. Come to the Center daily - see Dr.
Stone for a semester pass.

Areas volunteers needed: We need your help to keep our Center
activities growing. Any skills you can bring ... painting, sewing,
game instruction, arts and crafts or just your time for coffee and
conversation. Visit the Center for more information.
Schedule: The Center is open Monday through Thursday,
from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Come join us!

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY EMERITUS SPRING 2007 LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS:
Thursdays, 9:30-11 :30 am • The Intergenerational Center
February 8

Mr. Greg Lessig, retired faculty member of Edinboro University's Political Science Department
Topic: " Harry Truman "

February 15

Dr. Frank Pogue, President of Edinboro University
Topic: "Why the Struggle for Civil Rights Continues to be Essential"

February 22

Dr. James Drane, retired faculty member of Edinboro University's Philosophy Department
Topic: "A Philosophy for Life and Death, Challenging Depression "

March 1

Mr. Jeff Pinski, Edinboro University's Publications & Marketing Department
Topic: "Ethics and Credibility"

By making accurate

Purple Martins are condo-

information on martins
available to would-be landlords, designing better martin housing
systems, and by conducting scientific research, the PMCA is
working to increase the Purple Martins' population throughout its
North American breeding range.

in the spring, when the

For more information about the Purple Martin Conservation

weather warms enough to

Association, please contact:

provide flying insects for their

The Purple Martin

food. The eastern race of

Conservation Association

Purple Martins is different

Tom Ridge Environmental Center

from all other species of birds

301 Peninsula Drive, Suite 6

in that they no longer nest in

Erie, PA 16505

the wild . Today, east of the

(814) 833-7656

Rocky Mountains, they are totally dependent on people to supply

Fax: (814) 833-2451

them with houses and gourds for nesting. Unfortunately, Purple

E-mail: info@purplemartin.org

Martins are not as common as they were a century ago. The PMCA

www.purplemartin.org

is working to reverse this trend.Today, the PMCA conducts research

13TH ANNUAL TECHNOLOGY INGENUITY CONTEST
SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 2007 - COOPER SCIENCE HALL - EDINBORO UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
Edinboro University is pleased to host

solutions to the same problem and gives students experience in

the thirteenth annual Technology

project development, paint drawing, teamwork and public

Engineering Contest on Saturday,

presentations. Approximately 100 students participate each year.

March 31, 2007, from 9:00 am to

This event is divided into three levels: 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, 9th

March 8

Dr. Pearl Bartelt, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs of Edinboro University
Topic: "Gender and Communal Societies"

March 15

Mr. Reid McFarland, Professor/Pastor, retired
Topic: "Religion, Revelation, and Drugs"

2:45 pm in Cooper Science Hall. The

and 10th graders, and 11th and 12th graders. A first, second, and

March 22

Dr. Robert Rhodes, retired faculty member of Edinboro University's Political Science Department
Topic: "Why are American Politics so Partisan "

Erie Engineers Societies Council,

third place is given in each of the four different categories: overall

Northwest Intermediate Unit #5 , the

performance, drawings, craftsmanship, and oral/report presentation.

March 29

Dr. Robert Rhodes, retired faculty member of Edinboro University's Political Science Department
Topic: "Why are American Politics so Partisan, continued"

Technology Education Association of

The Technology Engineering Challenge also has an overall school

Pennsylvania (TEAP), and area middle

trophy. This trophy is presented to the school district that wins the

April 5

Dr. Edward Abegg, retired faculty member of Edinboro University's Philosophy Department
Topic: "Gotcha! - Punishment or Revenge"
Admission to each presentation is free and open to the public.
If you care to do so, after the lectures come to the University Club of Van Houten Dining Hall for lunch.

Parking is available in the parking lot between the Diebold Center for Performing Arts and the Crawford Center.
The entrance to this parking area is from Meadville Street. If you do not have a current parking sticker, stop at the University Police
Department on the ground floor of Earlley Hall and obtain a visitors sticker so you do not receive a ticket for illegal parking.

and high schools sponsor this event.

most points over all three levels. This trophy is called the Koehle

The Technology Engineering challenge

Cup. This trophy was named after Rudy Koehle, who was a key

is designed to provide area students

supporter, developer, and participant in this event. The trophy is

an opportunity to apply their knowledge of math and science to

kept at the winning school district for a year and returned the

technological problems, and structural, electrical, and civil

following competition.

engineering projects. Through this competition, students gain

For more information, please contact your local middle or high

deeper insight into important scientific and technological concepts.

school industrial arts teacher.

The contest also provides an opportunity to see a variety of

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KIDS ACADEMY AT PORRECO

Our mission is to assist area businesses with their training needs, while promoting economic growth in the region. As the WEDnetPA

Mark your calendar. Now in its 13th year, the Kids Academy at

family. The fee for each half-day (morning or afternoon) is $100

Partner in the Northwestern Pennsylvania region, Edinboro University is able to obtain Guaranteed Free Training (GFT) grants for qualifying

Porreca is an exciting opportunity for children to participate in a

per week, or $95 for additional children from the same family in
the same week.

local businesses . Eligible businesses receive reimbursement for training for a wide range of Basic Skills and Information Technology

wide array of unique learning experiences at Edinboro University in

Training. Many of Edinboro University's credit and non-credit courses cari qualify for reimbursement through WEDnetPA.

Erie - The Porreca Center. Children in grades one through six may
register for full-day or half-day programs beginning at 8:30 am and

child in May, or call our office at 836-1955 to be added to our
mailing list.

ending at 3:45 pm. Participants are escorted between classes and
supervised during lunch . Programs include classes in art, science,
math and physical education.

Week 1: July 23-27, 8:30 am - 3:45 pm

Course Fees: The fee for each full week, full-day program is $150

Week 2: July 30-August 3, 8:30 am - 3:45 pm

for the first child and $125 for additional children from the same

Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center

STUDY WITH US IN SCOTLAND!
THE ART OF EDUCATION TRAVEL: DEVELOPING CREATIVE PORTFOLIOS
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD • EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
JULY 28-AUGUST 8, 2007
This course focuses on developing creative portfolios for enhancing the education process.
Students will combine the travel experience with cycles of interpersonal and group
communication, journaling, photography, and art in a study of the symbols and culture
of Scotland.
Course objectives:
1.

2.

OUR TRAINING AND SERVICES INCLUDE:

Watch for information to be mailed home from school with your

Professional Development • Computer Skills • Customized Programs • Consulting Services • Assessment Services
Strategic Planning for Businesses • Facility Rental for meetings & seminars • Videoconferencing & Satellite Downlinks

NON-CREDIT PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT COURSE:
Business and Professional Writing

All writing boils down to purpose, audience, and style: What does
the writer want? Who is the reader? What stylistic choice will
satisfy both? Course members will practice reliable methods for
composing documents crucial to job performance . Grounded in
the questions stated above, these methods will yield pleasing, clear,
and substantial texts that do justice to their writers and to your
companies . Using work-in-progress as raw material, we will
concentrate on document design, paragraph structure and
transitions, diction, tone, sentence structure, and common
grammatical and mechanical problems . Participants are asked to
bring a sample of actual business and professional documents
(removing identifying markers) for review.

4.

Students will understand the importance of communication in the development
of verbal and visual portfolios;

Instructor: John Repp, Edinboro University English & Theatre Arts
Department

Students will know the fundamentals of photography and the uses of

(half hour for lunch, on your own) $180

Students will have an appreciation for art as it applies to culture
and enlightenment;
Students will produce an original and interesting portfolio that documents
travel and the learning experience;

5.

Students will participate in discussions about the enhancement of the
Edinboro-Edinburgh relationship;

6.

Tuesday, April 17, 2007 (1 class), 9:00-11 :00 am
Instructor: David G. Stephany
$75 (take all 3 Courses on Hiring for $175)

Monday, March 5, 2007 (1 class) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Maximizing the New Hire
This course is of value to anyone who is involved in the Hiring

and/or Supervision of new Employees. This class will focus on
maximizing the new hire. These areas are generally given the least
amount of emphasis in the overall Selection Process and can have
the greatest impact on the success of the hire. The emphasis in this
class will be on best practices, documentation & proven techniques
for ensuring that the new hire is properly oriented and trained "on
the job." Finally, the Evaluation Process during the Introductory
Period (generally the 1st 90 days) will be reviewed. This will
include discussing the process, documentation required & training
in conducting the evaluation sessions.

photographs in portfolios;
3.

The Hiring Process
This course is of value to anyone who is involved in the Hiring
and/or Supervision of new Employees. In this class, the emphasis
will be on "best practices & process" for Recruitment, PreScreening & Selection. The following will be reviewed:
Identify traits of the ideal candidate; recruitment strategies
including effective ads; developing appropriate questions to explore
core competencies & targeted capabilities; interviewing options
(individual, team, etc.); documentation (applicant appraisal form,
status letters to applicants & reference checking forms & tips) .
Finally, the legalities & best practices for interviewing will be
covered.

Students will reflect on their own learning as a key to teaching.

SITES INCLUDED IN THE TRAVEL LEARNING EX PERIENCE:
• City of Edinburgh - Royal Mile, Castle, Palace, Museums, Geologic/Historic Sites
• St. Andrews - University, Golf Courses, Castle, Religious and Historic Sites
• Pitlochry - " Gateway to the Highlands," Hiking Trails, Historic Sites
• Stirling - Castle, Wallace Monument, Historic Battle Sites, Highland Games
• Isle of Skye - Scenic and Historic Sites

Selection/Hiring Process Overview

This course is of value to anyone who is involved in the Hiring
and/or Supervision of new Employees. In today's competitive
economy, organizations cannot afford to hire the "wrong" person.
This single decision can have the greatest impact on the profitability
of an organization & greatly impact the " culture," morale and
ultimate customer satisfaction. The effects of hiring the "wrong
person " can lead to a high turnover rate; possible litigation; excessive
workers & unemployment claims being filed; newly hired employees
quitting within the first month; excessive costs of the hiring process;
negatively impact employee morale & customer satisfaction and the
ultimate financial success of that organization. In this class, the four
(4) phases of the hiring process will be explored.
Phase I

Recruitment/Pre-Screening

Phase II

Interviewing/Selection

Phase Ill

New Hire-Training/Orientation

Phase IV

New Hire- Evaluation Process

Tuesday, April 24, 2007 (1 class), 9:00-11 :00 am
Instructor: David G. Stephany
$75 (take all 3 Courses on Hiring for $175)

The Performance Management Process

In this course, the instructor will review the basics of the
performance management process, including the forms and the
process. An actual role-play of a performance management
meeting including the self-appraisal review will occur.

• Inverness - Loch Ness, Historic Sites

Tuesday, May 1, 2007 (1 class), 8:00am-Noon

Tuesday, Apri I 10, 2007 (1 class), 9:00-11 :00 am
• Rosslyn Chapel - Historic and Symbolic Site

Instructor: David G. Stephany

Instructor: David G. Stephany
• Sir Walter Scott's Home and Scot's View

$150

$75 (take all 3 Courses on Hiring for $175 )

• The Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Please call 732-2770 for more information.

ATTENTION COMPANIES: Use your Workforce and Economic Development Grant (WEDnel) training dollars.

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Edinboro University is strongly committed to regional workforce training.
Acting as a licensed education administrator (LEA) for area manufacturers and high-tech companies,
Guaranteed Free Training

BASIC SKILLS TRAINING

Training Pennsylvania's worker for a growing economy available to

Includes the teaching of a variety of basic and entry-level skills to

your company if it meets a few simple guidelines:

Edinboro University has enabled the following firms to submit training applications for current year funding:
Builders Support & Supply

Merit Tool

C & J Industries

Millcreek Paramedic Services

Composiflex

Niagara Plastics

Corry Contract, Inc

Omega Plastics

Corry Laser Technology

Pendleton Tool Company, Inc ..

Cost Effective Coating Inc.

Penn Union

Custom Engineering

Plastikos, Inc.

D & E Machining Inc.

Port Erie Plastics

Dad's Products Company

Presbyterian Homes in the Presbytery of Lake Erie

Execumold Inc.

Process & Data Automation

Formtech

Qualsystems

Fralo Industries

R.A. Greig Equipment Company

GeorgeKo Industries

S & S Packaging

Greenleaf Services Corp.

Select Specialty Hospital - Erie

Healthcare Ventures Alliance

Sipco

Highpoint Tool

Sipco Molding Technologies

Industrial Papers Inc.

Solar Atmosphere of Western PA

Industrial Sales & Mfg

South Erie Production Company, Inc.

Janitors Supply Inc.

Targeted Pet Treats, LLC

Specific skills are defined according to the type and scope of your

JJ Moore Sales

Tech Molded Plastics LP

business. Employees who participate in the program must be

JTM Foods, Inc

Tech Tool & Mold Inc

Lake City Industries

The Sarah A. Reed Retirement Center

Lakeview Forge Company & Erie Tool Works

Titusville Area Hospital

Lamjen Inc.

Venango Machine Co.

Meadville Medical Center

X-Cell Tool & Mold

benefit employees and employers. Basic and entry-level skills are

• Must be based in Pennsylvania or have a significant

defined according to the type and scope of your business.

presence in the state

Employees who participate must be frontline employees and first-

• Offers the employees who will partake in the program at

level supervisors. Employers must be manufacturing and/or

least 150% of the current minimum wage,

technology-based businesses including Biotech and Environmental-

excluding benefits

Tech companies. Some of the training elements offered through the

• Is not a point-of-sale retail business, training vendor, -

program include:

government, education or nonprofit entity

•

Communications and teamwork

•

Applied mathematics and measurement

•

Workplace health and safety

•

Problem solving

•

Quality assurance

•

Business operations

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has created the opportunity

•

Computers

for certain employers to train employees through two programs

•

Product and process control

offered by the Guaranteed Free Training (GFT) Program. Area

•

Workplace behavior skills

manufacturers and companies supporting the manufacturing sector

•

Manufacturing fundamentals including some of

• Participates in the program no more than two years in a
row and three of the past five years
• Begins training within five months of the grant
approval letter
• Funds available July 1

the following:

may apply. Point-of-sale business companies are excluded.

• Blueprint reading

The Information Technology Training and Basic Skills Training

• Welding, soldering

programs are available to qualified in-state businesses and out-of-

• Tooling, grinding

state companies relocating to the economic friendly business
climate of Pennsylvania.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING

Qualified companies receive training provided through the

Includes the teaching of a variety of skills to benefit employees and

Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania,

employers. A simple set of qualifications determines which

known as WEDnetPA. This alliance of 14 State System universities,

companies and employees are eligible to receive this benefit.

Pennsylvania's 14 community colleges, the Pennsylvania College of
Technology and the North Central Industrial Technical Education
Center, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center, Lancaster

technical workers or information technology professionals; frontline

County Career and Technology Center, and the University of

employees or first-level supervisors needing applied manufacturing

Pittsburgh at Bradford offers a diverse array of training employers

technology training in a manufacturing company. Some of the

need most.

training elements offered through the program include:
The Department of Community and Economic Development

• Applied manufacturing technology

(DCED) fund this program.

• E-business/co mmerce
• Technology support

This program year DCED will commit

• Database development

over $1.2 million in training support to our region

• Software engineering
• Computer programming

to enhance employee skills, improve and retain jobs,

• Network administration

and make our companies globally competitive.

• Systems analysis

Find out if your company can benefit from

• Information security

the Basic Skills Training or Information Technology Training

• Management information systems

programs offered through WEDnetPA.

• Web site design and development

Call Don Apel, WEDnet Administrator at (814) 337-7791.
Funds available July 1st.

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HOW TO REGISTER FOR NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS
1.

By Mail: Send completed registration form
with payment in full to:

Name

Social Security No.

Address

Day Phone

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Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreca Center
Office of Extended Learning

City

State

Zip

Evening Phone

2951 West 38th Street
Employer Name

Erie, PA 16506-4403
Payment may be in th e form of:

Employer Address

• Check (made payable to Edinboro
University of PA)
• Money Order
• Visa, MasterCard, Discover
(include information to right)
2.

3.

By Phone: Call 814-836-1955 or 800-526-0121
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 7:30 pm

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

By fax: Fax completed registration form to:

COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES

814-833-2085, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
4.

Harry K. Thomas, Esq., Chair

In Person: Stop by our office at
2951 West 38thStreet, Erie, PA,

Mr. Benedict J. Miceli, Vice Chair

Monday through Friday,

Mr. Harold C. Shields, Secretary

8 am to 7:30 pm

Dr. Joseph G. Cacchione

For more information about the programs listed

Dr. Raymond L. Dombrowski

in the Extended Learning publication or certifi cate and

The Honorable John R. Evans

contract training needs, ca ll (8 14) 836-1955 or (800)
526-0121.

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Mr. John E. Horan
Sr. Catherine M. Manning

Cut here and return with payment

Mrs. Virginia L. McGarvey
Mr. John A. Pulice

MAP OF THE PORRECO CENTER

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Mr. Winston C. Alozie, Student Trustee-Select

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Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor (ex officio)

PRESIDENT'S EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
1. Mary Porreco Hall
(Conference and Seminar Center)
2. Garden House (Classrooms 1,2,3)

Dr. Kenneth Adams, Interim Dean of Education
Dr. R. Scott Baldwin, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research
Dr. Pearl Bartelt, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

3. Spring House
(Evening Administrations Office)

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4. Caretaker's House
(Office of Extended Learning)

Mr. Terrence Carlin, Associate Vice President for Enrollment and Retention Services
Ms. Janet Dean, University Ombudsperson and Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Faculty Relations
Dr. Donald Dilmore, Associate Vice President for University Libraries

5. Storage

Mr. Gordon Herbst, Vice President for Finance and Administration

6. Studio

Dr. Jerry Kiel, Vice President for Student Affairs and Student Success

7. Classroom 4
8. Barn (Classrooms 5,6,7,8,9)
9. Carriage House (Storage)
10. Summer Cottage
11. Future Auditorium

Dr. Andrew Lawlor, Associate Vice President for Technology and Communications
Dr. Michael Mogavero, Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness, Planning, and Data Management
Mr. Brian Pitzer, Director of Public Relations
Dr. Eric Randall, Dean of Science, Management and Technology
Mr. Kahan Sabio, Dean of Student Life
Ms. Stephanie Cotton-Russell, Executive Assistant to the President
Dr. Terry Smith, Dean of Liberal Arts

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Mr. Bruce Whitehair, Vice President for Development and Marketing

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
The Porreco Center
Office of Extended Learning
2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403
SM 139000

NON-PROFIT ORG .
U.S. POSTAGE

PAID
ERIE, PA
PERMIT NO. 490

Mr. David Obringer

LIBRARY
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One of the 14 Universities in Pennsylvania's
State System of Higher Education

Spring2007