School of Arts and Sciences

Mission Statement: "The School of Arts and Sciences supports the mission of the College by teaching classes in the humanities to our general education students, program majors and minors, and elective students according to the cycle of course offerings." Philosophy: "The basic philosophy of the School of Arts and Sciences is that the study of the humanities is integral to the formation of a Christian leader, regardless of vocation." Associate Dean: Don Adkins.

Programs within the School of Arts and Sciences

Communications: James H. Stewart, Program Director
		Mission Statement: The Communications major offers a cross-disciplinary selection of courses for students interested in effective communication by high tech and inter-personal communication. This major places a strong emphasis on practical experience. Students complete a specifed core and a particular emphasis area. It is important to consult with the program advisor regarding opportunities for practical experience. More Info Go to top

English: Don Ryall, Program Director
		Mission Statement: The English Department of Bethany University supports the broader mission of the College by its commitment to producing excellence in writing, speaking, and literary skills and understanding. Philosophy: The philosophy of the English Department is that the student is our first concern. The education of the student in speech, writing, and literature is best served by a variety of learning experiences which encourage learning through various media. The English Department program values the larger perspective of commitment to the study of humanities (specifically writing, speech, literature) as an integral part of the formation of Christian leadership. The department is committed also to standards of excellence stated or implied by the Modern Language Association and the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Go to top Full Time Faculty: Don Ryall: B.A., University of California at Los Angeles, M.A., University of California at Northridge; M.A., University of California at Santa Cruz. Claire Strasbaugh: B.A., George Fox University; M.A., San Jose State University. Adjunct Faculty: Shanda Adams: B.A., Bethany University; M.A., Grand Canyon University.

Music: Dr. Mark Hulse, Program Director
		Mission Statement: The Music Department of Bethany University supports the broader mission of the College by (1) providing musical training of the highest quality to prepare students for leadership in the church and society and (2) representing the College through musical performance on and off campus. Philosophy: The Music Department of Bethany University is committed to leading students to musical maturity in an environment of nurture and challenge. We attempt to balance the inspirational, practical, and theoretical so that the students are prepared to perform artistically as well as understand the structures and theories of music. We believe everyone should be able to participate in the music program and are committed to providing the tools and opportunities to enable success. Full Time Faculty: Don Adkins: B.S., Western Oregon State College; M.Mus., University of Idaho; D.M.A., University of Missouri. Mark Hulse: B.A., M.A. San Jose State University; D.M.A., Stanford University (Choral Conducting). Go to top Adjunct Faculty: Kathryn Adkins: M.A., University of Idaho (Theatre Arts). June Barber: M.M., University of Illinois (Voice). Mary Lou Galen: B.A., Hartt College; M.A., Northern Arizona University; Concertmaster, Flagstaff Symphony 1972-77; Concertmaster, San Jose Symphony 1978-91. Kanako Inagawa: Concert Pianist, Toho Gakuen University of Music; Diploma of Music Study, Université Musicale Internationale de Paris; Special Diploma of Music Study, Vienna Music Academy. Michael Madigan: Professional Recording Engineer and Music Producer. Larry Sampson: M.A., San Jose State University (Composition).

Social Science: Dr. Michael Stach, Program Director
		Mission Statement: The Social Science program supports the mission of the College by providing courses in the social sciences to meet the needs of the General Education program, the Liberal Studies programs, and the Social Studies majors and minors according to the cycle of course offerings. Philosophy: The basic philosophy of the Social Science program is the development of cultural literacy in the disciplines of the social sciences and the development of critical thinking skills through the disciplines of the social sciences. Full Time Faculty: Michael Stach: B.A., Bethany University; M.A., San Jose State University; Ph.D., Walden University. Adjunct Faculty: Cynthia Fitzgerald: B.A.; University of Washington; M.A., City University/LIOS. Greg Olson: B.A., Vanguard University of Southern California; M.A., California State University, Long Beach.

Natural Sciences and Math: Dr. Morris Barenfus, Program Director
		Full Time Faculty: Morris Barenfus: V.M.D., University of Pennsylvania. Funmilayo Garner: B.A., University of California, Santa Cruz. Jennifer Loehrer: B.A., University of California, Santa Cruz. Adjunct Faculty: Maria Zimmer: B.S., M.S., State University of New York, Albany. Go to top