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School of Design, Arts, and Communication

Cultivate your Creativity in a Hands-On Environment

In our programs in the School of Design, Arts, and Communication, we’ll teach you how to learn more about your design field of interest while we prepare you to learn to meet the real-world challenges faced in today’s creative industries, businesses, and organizations.

No matter what field of design you’re interested in, we’ll will give you a strong framework on which you can build a successful career. You can develop your individual voice and vision by applying what you learn through internships that connect you with professionals in your chosen field. You’ll also benefit from our new location on the Owings Mills North Campus, a facility that has state-of-the-art equipment and settings for you to hone your skills in your major. Our goal is for you to graduate as an emerging, practicing professional who is prepared to hit the ground running.

Programs of Study

Program Tracks Degree Minor
Business Communication BS, BS to MS
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BS, BS to MS
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Communication Studies BS, BA, BS to MS done
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BS, BA, BS to MS
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Fashion Design BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
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Film and Moving Image BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
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Graphic Design BS, BA, BS to MS done
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Degree:
BS, BA, BS to MS
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Theatre and Media Performance BS, BS to MS done
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Degree:
BS, BS to MS
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Business Communication major Lauryn Davis always had an interest in working in the gaming, hospitality, and entertainment industry. She was one of 11 students selected out of more than 2,000 applicants nationwide to intern at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas.

The Mill Agency at ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ provides an opportunity for students to work with clients in a collaborative, student-driven environment while experiencing an agency setting. Learn more about The Mill Agency.

Students from The Mill Agency worked with the Friends of Patterson Park on a rebranding of the park’s iconic Observatory; they created a new logo, promotional materials, and worked with local ice cream shop BMORE LICKS to create an exclusive new flavor, all to reintroduce the Observatory to the public.

Meet the Dean


“In small classes, expert faculty get to know students’ individual goals and aspirations so they may guide them in the direction of their dreams while providing the skills and foundations necessary to keep their feet planted firmly on the ground.”

Dean Hostalka, MFA

Dean, School of Design, Arts, and Communication

Meet Dean Hostalka


Minors

  • Art
  • Communication
  • Fashion Design
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Film and Moving Image
  • Music
  • Photography
  • Graphic Design

A Closer Look

Focused on the Future

A New Venue to Experience Theater, Music, and Culture

The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center

Coming soon! Our new Performing Arts Center will serve the students of our Theatre and Media Performance program, providing a new venue for the program’s stage productions.

School of Design, Arts, and Communication News

It’s Oscar time! For our 22nd episode (and 4th of the 2023-2024 academic year), we welcome first-year FMI students Joy Barnett and Quinn Bonnan to review one of the Oscar-nominated films in the Best International Features category, Io Capitano, as well as this…

This past fall—as they do every year—our third-year FMI students produced a “Don’t Talk During the Movie” PSA for Baltimore’s historical Senator Theatre, filming it in the actual theater space. Working under the supervision of Professor G.T. Keplinger, and collaborating…

For our twenty-first overall episode (and third of the 2023-2024 academic year), we welcome senior FMI student Brendan Hylton—who is also president of the FMI Club this year— and sophomore FMI student CJ Runge to discuss the films Fallen Leaves and May…

Every year, since 2015 (with a break during the pandemic), our students produce a short “Don’t Talk During the Movie” PSA for Baltimore’s historical Senator Theatre. This past week, they were at it again, filming on location. Below is Director…

Project Lead the Way

Building Community Through STEM Outreach

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ is proud to be a Project Lead the Way (PLTW®) partner since 2007, when the University was selected by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to be Maryland’s University Affiliate for the PLTW® Biomedical Sciences program. Working with MSDE’s Division of College and Career Readiness and PLTW®, SU has participated in the development of the PLTW Biomedical Sciences program on a national level and worked to expand and strengthen PLTW in the state of Maryland. SU is now a national PLTW® Training Partner and has trained over 1,500 high school teachers from across the country in this innovative STEM curriculum. In addition, SU offers college credit for students who complete the PLTW® Biomedical Sciences program and meet eligibility criteria and graduate credit for teachers who complete a PLTW core training.

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ has a rich history of providing high quality, career-orientated educational programs, and this partnership with MSDE and PLTW® is a natural extension of our collective efforts to prepare an educated, creative, and motivated workforce that will contribute to meeting the global challenges of the 21st century.

A National Leader

Project Lead the Way partners with thousands of schools across the country with an expansive network of talented educators and students.

Learn more about the organization at .

About Project Lead the Way

Who We Are

Project Lead The Way (PLTW®) is the nation’s leading provider of preK-12 STEM programs. Engaging curriculum and high-quality teacher professional development, combined with an engaged network of educators and corporate and community partners, empower and inspire students.

PLTW® delivers transformative learning experiences to elementary, middle, and high schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. PLTW schools can be found in rural, urban, and suburban districts; across all income levels; as well as in public, private, and charter schools.

Learn more about the organization at . 

Our Programs

Project Lead The Way offers a different approach to learning and teaching. Through activity-, project-, and problem-based curriculum, PLTW® gives students in pre-kindergarten through high school a chance to apply what they know, identify problems, find unique solutions, and lead their own learning. For teachers, our engaging, rigorous professional development model provides tools to empower students and transform the classroom into a collaboration space where content comes to life.

PLTW curricular programs include PLTW Launch, PLTW Gateway, PLTW Engineering, PLTW Biomedical Science, and PLTW Computer Science.

Learn more about .

High School Students Can Earn Transcripted College Credit

Students who complete all four courses in the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences program can apply to receive credit for ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s BIO 113 General Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics lecture and laboratory courses and BIO 222 Human Anatomy (see course descriptions below). For those students who meet the requirements, up to eight (8) credits can be awarded for BIO 113, BIO 113L, and BIO 222 from ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ.

BIO 113 General Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics (3 credits). Emphasizes the molecular nature of biology and biological principles that are common to all life. Topics covered relate to the physical and biochemical structure and function of cells and cell processes and genetics.

BIO 113L: General Biology I Laboratory: Cell Biology and Genetics (1 credit). Introduces experimental methods and techniques used in the biology laboratory. Topics relate to cell structure and function, and skills covered include the scientific method and experimental design, microscope and micropipette use, and aseptic technique.

BIO 222: Human Anatomy (4 credits). Introduces the gross and microscopic structure of the human body. Topics include histology (cells and tissues) and the eleven systems of the body. Laboratories include microscopic examination of cells and tissues, as well as dissection and study and identification of gross anatomical features. Laboratory included.

In order to earn up to 8 credits for BIO 113 General Biology I, BIO 113L General Biology I Laboratory, and BIO 222 Human Anatomy, students must fulfill ONE of the following sets of criteria:

  • Complete all four (4) courses in the PLTW Biomedical Sciences program. These include Principles of the Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, and Biomedical Innovation.
  • Earn a GPA of 3.0 or higher in all PLTW Biomedical Sciences courses, with no more than one grade of “C†in a PLTW course.
  • Earn a score of 420 or higher on at least two of the end-of-course exams for the Principles of the Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, and Medical Interventions courses as described:

OR 

  • Complete all four (4) courses in the PLTW Biomedical Sciences program. These include Principles of the Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, and Biomedical Innovation.
  • Earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher in all PLTW Biomedical Sciences courses, with no more than one grade of “C†in a PLTW course.
  • Earn a score of 420 or higher on at least one of the end-of-course exams for the Principles of the Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, and Medical Interventions courses.

How do I apply for credit for my PLTW courses?

In order to apply for ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ credit for PLTW courses, students must follow the steps below:

  • At any time while you are taking the PLTW course sequence, complete the . After you complete all of your PLTW courses, including Biomedical Innovation, print and complete the “Special Student Application – Project Lead The Way”.
  • Mail the completed Special Student Application, your official high school transcript showing the PLTW courses, and the required fee ($200 for 4 credits; $400 for 8 credits) to the address below. Checks should be made out to ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ.

Meredith C. Durmowicz, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Research
1525 Greenspring Valley Road
Stevenson, MD 21153

The application, transcript, and fee must be postmarked no later than August 1 of the year in which you graduate from high school.

If you are asking your high school to send your transcript directly to SU, please ensure that they use the address above and not the general university address.

Upon receipt of all necessary forms and verification of all eligibility criteria, the requested courses with a grade of “P†will be entered on the student’s ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ transcript. A grade of “P†is equivalent to a C or better. Students may request an official ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ transcript though the .

Please Note: ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ cannot guarantee whether or how any other institution will accept the credits that are offered for PLTW courses. Students planning to transfer their ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ credits to another institution are advised to first check with their intended institution to confirm that the credits will be accepted. Students who plan to pursue postgraduate study in the health professions (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, veterinary medicine) are especially advised to speak with a pre-health professions advisor at their intended institutionSyllabi for BIO 113, BIO 113L, and BIO 222 can be provided upon request, if needed. Please contact Dr. Durmowicz at mdurmowicz@stevenson.edu

Contact Information

Program Director

Meredith C. Durmowicz, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Research
1525 Greenspring Valley Road
Stevenson, MD 21153

Have a Question?

Contact STEM Initiatives
Owings Mills Campus
Kevin J. Manning Academic Center
443-394-9650
Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

STEM Initiatives at Stevenson

Building Community Through STEM Outreach

The Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences has made it a priority to support education at all levels in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The programs listed below demonstrate our commitment to STEM outreach and showcase the goals of ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ to not only encourage students to pursue careers in these challenging fields, but also to help transform K-12 education by training teachers in inquiry-based curricula.

STEM-Focused Degrees at SU

We are proud to serve as the Maryland Affiliate University for the national Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences program. In partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education since 2007, Stevenson has offered high quality professional development in this innovative STEM curriculum for high school teachers across the country, including graduate credit options. We also work with PLTW teachers in Maryland to assess and certify high school programs and offer college credit to high school students who complete the PLTW Biomedical Sciences program.

Have a Question?

Contact STEM Initiatives
Owings Mills Campus
Kevin J. Manning Academic Center
443-394-9650
Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Laboratory Tours

See Where Innovation Happens

In the Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences, we contend that to learn science, one must do science. Our students and faculty are engaged in hands-on, inquiry-based learning at all levels of study.

Stevenson’s School of Sciences allows you to work in and collaborate with multiple labs on campus and prepare for an interdisciplinary science career. All 27 on-campus labs are designed to fit 20 students, emphasizing small class sizes and focused faculty-student interaction.

Summer Research at Stevenson

Looking for even more applied learning experience? Stevenson offers summer research programs to expand on learning within the classroom. Each summer, the School of the Sciences offers a program in which students can participate in research one-on-one with our dynamic faculty members. This is a paid summer research position for students majoring in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Examples of research projects include:

  • New Anti-Cancer Medications
  • Reducing Air Pollution
  • Forest Habitats
  • Information Theory through Games
  • Identifying Fall Injury Risks

Summer research not only allows students to have one-on-one faculty guidance in the lab, but also provides opportunities to attend professional conferences, present research progress, and attend scientific field trips.

Student Research Spotlight

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¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Biomedical Engineering students Andrew and Alex are engaged in a summer-long research project to develop a model fall simulator.

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Summer Research Opportunities

If you are looking for even more applied learning experience, each summer the School of the Sciences offers one-on-one research opportunities with our dynamic faculty members.

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Labs & Research Centers

Our science labs and research centers are designed specifically for each scientific specialty.

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Students per Lab

Small class sizes create focused faculty-student interactions for our labs.

100%

of Students Complete a Senior Research or Internship Experience

Study what you are interested in! Research and internship experiences can be tailored to your specific career interests.

Laboratory Types

Biomedical Engineering Laboratory Tours

Stevenson’s School of Sciences allows you to work in and collaborate with multiple labs on campus and prepare for an interdisciplinary science career. All 27 on-campus labs are designed to fit 20 students, emphasizing small class sizes and focused faculty-student interaction.

The Kahlert Foundation Makerspace

The Kahlert Foundation Makerspace features a dedicated Biomedical Engineering Lab and Innovation Lab. Stocked with hand tools, power tools, and high-tech equipment—including 3D printers, a laser cutter, and a computer numerical control (CNC) mill—the Innovation Lab allows Stevenson students to design and create nearly anything they can imagine. The Biomedical Engineering Lab features a variety of specialized tools and equipment to provide Biomedical Engineering students with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities.

Explore all Biomedical Engineering Spaces

Featured Equipment

  • Weller soldering stations
  • Mobile workbench and tool chest with a collection of hand tools
  • Markforged Onyx One 3D printers
  • CellScale Univert Mechanical Test System
  • Harvard Apparatus Pulsatile Pump
  • National Instruments myDAQ Data Acquisition systems
  • PASCO biomechanics and physiologic sensors
  • PASCO data acquisition systems
  • Arduino programming stations
  • Python programming stations

Anatomy and Physiology

Featured Equipment

  • Anatomical Models
  • Binocular Light Microscopes
  • Dissection Equipment and Specimens
  • Laptop Computers

Biology

Featured Equipment

  • Binocular Light Microscopes
  • PCR Machines
  • Temperature-controlled Incubators
  • Microcentrifuges
  • Gel Electrophoresis Apparatus
  • Laptop Computers

Teaching and Research Greenhouse

Featured Equipment

  • Automated Environmental Control System
  • Dedicated Teaching and Research Spaces

Environmental Science

Featured Equipment

  • Binocular Light Microscopes
  • Herbarium
  • Plant Cell Culture Hood
  • Temperature-controlled Incubators
  • Preserved Biological Specimens
  • Laptop Computers

Physics

Featured Equipment

  • Van de Graaff Generator
  • Electrostatic Kits
  • Optics Bench
  • Equipotentials Kits
  • Variable Capacitor Kits
  • Special Discharge Lamp and Spectrographs
  • Rotational Motion Apparatus
  • Collision Track with Carts
  • Fee-fall Apparatus
  • Ballistic Pendulum

Organic Chemistry

Featured Equipment

  • Perkin Elmer FT-IR Spectrophotometer
  • CEM Discovery Microwave Reactors
  • Laboratory Fume Hoods
  • Analytical Laboratory Balances
  • Meltemp Melting Point Apparatus

Chemistry

Featured Equipment

  • Water Bath Incubators
  • Vernier Probes for Temperature, pH and Others
  • Mini Gas Chromatographs
  • Mini UV-Vis Spectrophotometers
  • Laboratory Fume Hoods
  • PC Workstations at every bench

Chemistry Instrument

Featured Equipment

  • Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometers
  • High Performance Liquid Chromatograph
  • Gas Chromatograph
  • Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer
  • Fluorescence Spectrophotometer
  • UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
  • FT-IR Spectrometer

Nursing

Featured Equipment

  • Victoria High Fidelity Birthing Manikin
  • Victoria’s Baby
  • Simulation code cart
  • IV Pumps
  • Simulation Med Cart
  • Simulation Computer Station
  • Computer used as Electronic Health Record
  • Wall Monitor
  • Pediatric HAL Baby High Fidelity Manikin
  • Simulation Medication Cart
  • Computer monitor for Hal’s data and vital signs.
  • Infant Crib
  • Health Assessment Lab

Have a Question?

Contact Admissions
Undergraduate Admissions
Owings Mills Campus
Garrison Student Union
North Entrance, Second Floor
1-877-468-6852

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Visit Request Info

Laboratory Safety

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s Laboratory Services team is dedicated to providing an educational and safe laboratory environment for the faculty, staff, and students of the School of the Sciences. The team maintains compliance in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and is available as a resource for questions regarding:

  • Chemical and biological safety
  • Laboratory preparations and maintenance
  • Instrumentation, equipment and supplies
  • Managing laboratory wastes
  • Performing laboratory inspections
  • Accident investigations
  • Training

Policies and Procedures

For additional information and policy documents, please contact Sarah Brush, Senior Manager, Laboratory Safety.

School of Humanities and Social Sciences


Complex problems. Diverse perspectives. Creative solutions.

Are you motivated to contribute creative solutions to the world? Find your fit in Stevenson’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

In The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ, we offer our students a wide range of possibilities, experiences, and opportunities while maintaining SU’s commitment to small classes, personal attention, and career preparation. Our programs encourage students to learn outside the confines of their chosen fields of study as well as outside the classroom. As a student in our School, you will learn not just how to do but also why you do. Please explore our 7 diverse, career-oriented majors and find out which one is right for you.

Programs of Study

Program Tracks Degree Minor
Counseling and Human Services BS, BS to MS done
Criminal Justice BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
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English Language and Literature BA, BS to MS done
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BA, BS to MS
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Interdisciplinary Studies BS, BA, BS to MS
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BS, BA, BS to MS
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Legal Studies BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
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Psychology BS, BA, BS to MS done
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BS, BA, BS to MS
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Legal Studies’ annual Law Day connects Stevenson Legal Studies students with career and internship opportunities.

As a result of graduating senior and Legal Studies major Jaden Thornton’s hard work, campus leadership, and demonstrated success on our award-winning Mock Trial team, Jaden has received a full ride to St. John’s University School of Law to pursue his dream of becoming a criminal defense attorney.

Stevenson History students researched and curated an African American history exhibit on behalf of the Maryland Military Historical Society, the largest of its kind in US history.


Meet the Dean

Laura Thomason, Ph.D.

Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Meet the Faculty


A Closer Look

Meet Our Students & Alumni

Down to the Root

Semira Nock

Psychology Major

Not everyone knows what their college major is going to be at 12-years-old, but Semira Nock ‘21 knew by then that her purpose in life was to help people—and pursuing studies in psychology was the key.

Read Semira’s Story


School of Humanities and Social Sciences News

Psychology is a discipline that has the privilege of being applicable in many fields. To give curious psychology students a better idea of their possible career goals, the ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Psychology Department hosted a career-oriented speed-dating event. A variety of…

The Psychology Department had its second annual involvement fair featuring all six of the student clubs and organizations affiliated with the Psychology Department. The following clubs were represented: Active Minds, Association of Black Psychologists (AbPsi), It’s On Us, Psi Chi,…

Hosted by the Psychology Club and with the help of its advisor, Dr. Angela Setzer, and volunteers, the 2023 STEM Fest was a success! Student contributors included: Tiana Dobson, McKensie Kittrell, Sasha Solomon, Kaia Glacken, Mara Poole, Fatimah Mass, Kristyana…


Accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)

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The Brown School of Business and Leadership and ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Online at ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ have received specialized accreditation for the following business programs from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs, please refer to our IACBE member .

Business programs accredited by IACBE:

Master of Science in Healthcare Management, with concentrations in:

  • Quality Management and Patient Safety
  • Project Management

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with tracks in

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • General Track
  • International Business
  • Sport Management

Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising

Bachelor of Science in Marketing

The Brown School of Business and Leadership and ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Online have demonstrated compliance of its business programs with the IACBE Accreditation Principles through a rigorous process of self-evaluation and independent peer review, a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in business education.

Founded in 1997, the IACBE is nationally-recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). IACBE is the leader in mission-driven and outcomes-based programmatic accreditation in business and business-related education for colleges, universities, and other higher education institutions whose primary purpose is excellence in teaching and learning. The IACBE grants accreditation for business and accounting programs only. Locations for program offerings are at the sole discretion of the Member. Learn more at .

Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences

Get Hands-On with Science

In the Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences, we contend that to learn science, one must do science. Our students and faculty are engaged in hands-on, inquiry-based learning at all levels of study.

Our programs enhance student learning by making inquiry the foundation of a creative synergy between faculty and students. And, in an atmosphere that fosters intellectual curiosity, creative and self-motivated exploration, ethical global citizenship, and independent thinking, the focus remains on providing a student-centered learning environment.

Our faculty members are committed to offering personalized guidance throughout your academic journey and will work with you to create an engaging relationship and provide steady support. With those pillars in place, learning can thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Programs of Study

Program Tracks Degree Minor
Applied Mathematics BS, BS to MS done
Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done
Biochemistry BS, BS to MS
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BS, BS to MS
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Biology BS, BA, BS to MS done
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BS, BA, BS to MS
Minor:
done
Biomedical Engineering BS
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Degree:
BS
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Chemistry BS, BA, BS to MS done
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BS, BA, BS to MS
Minor:
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Environmental Science BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
Minor:
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Mathematics BS, BS to MS done
Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done

Students and faculty from the Biology department took learning to new heights, with a unique hands-on learning experience right among the woodlands of our campus.

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s Biomedical Engineering program partnered with The Image Center of Maryland and its Volunteers for Medical Engineering (VME) program to build adaptive bicycles for local children with disabilities.

Coming soon! Stevenson’s new Biomedical Engineering Lab and Makerspace will be a great resource for student and faculty to do research and to collaborate on projects.

Students and faculty from ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s Biology and Environmental Science programs examine the region’s salamander population to gauge the health of the local environment.

The annual Spring Spectacular emphasizes the fun factor in experiential learning. Students apply their knowledge to real-world applications as well as fun and interesting demonstrations.

Professor Jeremy Burkett, Ph.D., had an idea for a new app that teaches chemistry in a fun way! Students were able to learn what it takes to create an app, something they wouldn’t normally be exposed to through their chemistry coursework, and apply classroom understanding by providing their input.

Meet the Dean

“There has never been a more exciting time to be part of the Fine School of the Sciences. Our majors combine scientific and mathematical theory with real world experiences- internships and mentored research opportunities- to prepare our students for employment and for entry into graduate and professional schools. Our dedicated faculty are committed to working with each of our students to ensure their success.”

Dean Roskes, Ph.D.

Dean, Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences

Meet the Faculty

Articulation Agreements

¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ maintains articulation agreements for undergraduate and graduate transfer with a variety of area institutions. The agreements are listed in the table below by program of study.

View Articulation Agreements

A Closer Look

Meet Our Students & Alumni

An Immersive Internship

Sarah Kinsey

Biology and Environmental Science Major

Sarah always enjoyed science and knew she wanted to work with animals in some aspect. At Stevenson, exploring different elective classes led Sarah to what would become her passion: wildlife conservation.

Read Sarah’s Story

Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences News

The Department of Math and Physics held the Annual MATHY Awards celebrating graduating seniors Jay Whitmon and Chris Villanueva. Congrats to our seniors! We can’t wait to see you graduate.

The Chemistry and Biochemistry hosted it’s own low-pressure poster session for our spring independent research students. They worked hard all semester and were eager to share the data that they collected. Through independent research and presentation, students not only refine…

Math faculty attended the Spring 2024 Meeting of the MD-DC-VA section of the MAA at James Madison University. The conference featured a workshop on Promoting community, confidence, and creativity in the classroom, three invited talks, and a variety of contributed…

Capstone students in the School of the Sciences presented posters about their capstone research and internship experiences. All students in the School of the Sciences complete a capstone experience in their senior year.

Brown School of Business and Leadership

Tomorrow’s Business and Technology Leaders Start Here

With today’s globalized economy, emerging technologies, and accelerated pace of change, students must prepare for emerging and rapidly changing roles, responsibilities, and jobs. The Brown School of Business and Leadership gives you the knowledge, experience, skills, business acumen, and career savvy to succeed in this new economy.

The Brown School of Business and Leadership, named after Baltimore developer Howard S. Brown, opened in 2008. The School houses Stevenson’s seven business bachelor’s programs as well as the School of Business and Leadership Library, Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Lab, and Applied Finance Lab.

Programs of Study

Program Tracks Degree Minor
Accounting BS, BS to MS done
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BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done
Business Administration BS, BS to MS
Degree:
BS, BS to MS
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Computer Information Systems BS, BS to MS done
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Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics BS, BS to MS
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Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
Fashion Merchandising BS, BS to MS done
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Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done
Healthcare Management BS, BS to MS
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Degree:
BS, BS to MS
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Marketing BS, BS to MS done
Degree:
BS, BS to MS
Minor:
done

The Mill Agency at ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ provides an opportunity for students to work with clients in a collaborative, student-driven environment while experiencing an agency setting. Learn more about The Mill Agency.

Students from both of Stevenson’s Fashion Design and Merchandising programs got hands-on experience creating a visual display in the window of J.S. Edwards Ltd. in Pikesville, MD.

The annual Accounting Fair offers employers the opportunity to scout out Stevenson’s talent as the future superstars in the variety of fields including auditing, taxes and forensics.

Northwestern Mutual recruiters stopped by campus to chat with students interested in a career in finance.

Stevenson’s Financial Management Association club gives students a chance to research and invest in actual funds utilizing the state-of-the-art Dennis A. Starliper Applied Finance Lab.

Students in our Integrated Marketing Communications class got hands-on marketing experience by applying classroom learning to pitch an ad campaign, an ambassador program, and a VR competition to At Virtual Reality.

Meet the Dean

Zamira Simkins, Ph.D.

Interim Dean, Brown School of Business and Leadership
Meet Dean Simkins

Meet the Faculty


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¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s Brown School of Business and Leadership has received specialized accreditation for the following business programs from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE):

IACBE Public Disclosure of Student Achievement

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Take A Closer Look

Meet Our Students & Alumni

A Local and Global Impact

Arman Khan

Computer Information Systems Major, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Minor

“With a powerful combination of theoretical and practical know-how in both technology and entrepreneurship, I aspire to have my own startup in this exciting and ever-evolving field.”

Read Arman’s Story

Brown School of Business News

New for fall! Attend an Internship Info Session any time you want! Got to the BSOBL Internship Information portal page and complete the Internship Info module by: Watch the Internship Info Session video Complete the Internship Agreement ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ for internships…

Spring break is right around the corner and it is the perfect time to … apply for a summer internship! Start your search with the info below: **Quick reminder: Please do not list an advisor, professor, or internship coordinator as…

Patagonia’s Worn Wear Wagon Visits Stevenson By: Meghan Roberts Patagonia and their Worn Wear Wagon came to Stevenson’s campus in October 2019 to offer apparel repair services to students.The program was developed by the company to teach people about the…

A Journey Through the Elements By: Monica Crank In November, I submitted a sculpture to be shown in the Journey of the Elements exhibit held at Stevenson. Fashion Design students were tasked with designing a sculpture consisting of elements from…

Being a Transfer Student at Stevenson By: Keanna Salmon Being a transfer student isn’t an easy thing. There are many emotions and factors that go in to that first day you arrive on campus. First, you are no longer on…

Fashion Footballer By: Karissa Paglione At Stevenson, extra-curricular activities such as clubs and sports are an important part of student life. I am a fashion design major as well as a member of the women’s soccer team. Stevenson has 27…

Streetwear at Stevenson, 2019 By: Eric Cammarata Streetwear on college campuses is becoming much more relevant internationally, as streetwear style and brands are quickly growing in popularity. Streetwear has rapidly taken over big cities, schools, and college campuses. Celebrities, athletes,…

All About FDES 200 – Textiles By Andrea Behrenshausen ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ offers tons of great classes for the Fashion Merchandising and Design students. These classes help students understand all aspects of the fashion industry, from the start of making a…

The Accounting Association hosted a panel discussion with three local CPAs on Tuesday November 19th from 5:30 – 7:00 in SBL 405. CPAs Debra F. Holzman, Beverly Bareham, and William H. Davis talked about working independently vs working at a…

Fashion Merchandising majors Meghan Roberts, Justin Baluyot, and Elle Bialozynski won third place/Honorable Mention in the Educator’s for Socially Responsible Apparel Practices Business Plan poster competition for their project, Sol. The students wrote a business plan in Dr. Lentz-Schiller’s Merchandise…

Outdoor fashion brand, Patagonia, is coming to ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ on Oct 21 and Oct 22 as part of their Worn Wear Tour. Patagonia reps will be on the Owings Mills campus on Oct 21 demonstrating how to care for and…

On Tuesday, October 15, Sy Saulynas (Assistant Professor of Information Systems) will give a research talk at the United States Naval Academy entitled, “Towards On Tuesday, October 15, Sy Saulynas (Assistant Professor of Information Systems) will give a research talk…

Three Fashion Merchandising seniors (Meghan Roberts, Justin Baluyot, and Elle Bialozynski) from Dr. Holly Lentz-Schiller’s Merchandise Sourcing and Logistics (FMER 340) class were selected to present a poster at the International Textile and Apparel Association’s Annual Meeting in Las Vegas,…

Dr. Holly Lentz-Shiller of the Brown School of Business and Leadership and Leslie Simpson, did a pre-orientation workshop with a group of freshman students focused on merchandising and retailing in Harbor East. Students were from a variety of majors; Business…

On Friday, April 26th, twenty-one students from the Brown School of Business and Leadership were inducted into the Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society. To qualify, members must rank in the upper 20% of their class and have completed half of…

On Thursday April 25, Karen Brooks, Assistant Director at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors spoke to students in the Brown School of Business and Leadership Courtroom. She shared fascinating information to a packed room of finance and banking students…

On Monday, April 22nd, Chad Steele, VP of Public Relations for the Ravens spoke to a packed courtroom of BSOBL students.

On Wednesday, April 17th, Digital Marketing major Danielle J. Panto was awarded the Geraldine and Sam Dell Scholarship at the 11th Annual Award Reception at Rockland Banquet Hall.

On Tuesday April 16th, Dr. Anna Kayes moderated the “Professional Minors: Human Resources Career Panel” event organized by ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ Career Services. Featured panelists: Jean Turner, Executive-in-Residence – ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵWarren White, HR Business Partner – Nonprofit HRShannon Romeo, Director, Human…

YOU’RE INVITED! This year’s fashion event will be unlike any other!The School of Design’s The Mill class created a movement, Stitching Maryland (MD) Together, with the objective of bringing all Maryland fashion together. Sponsored by PNC Bank and ¶ºÄÌÊÓƵ’s…

On April 9, 2019, BSOBL faculty Dr. Anna Kayes and Dr. Ora Freedman, along with Dr. Dawn Ward, Dr. Heather Harris, and Dr. Virginia Iannone hosted Navigating the Workplace-An Interdisciplinary Perspective for over 100 students in Rockland Banquet Room. According…

We are so proud of the FAD club and their e-board, for organizing the 2nd annual Brunch with Bosses event that took place on Friday, March 26th! There were 7 fashion professional panelist from Nordstrom, Baltimore magazine, Arrow Clothing, as…

During the University’s annual spring break, Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising students were accompanied by the head of the program, Mr. Bell, and full time Professor, Ms. Simpson, to study abroad in London and Paris!! During their week-long trip they…