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==Academics and student life== |
==Academics and student life== |
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Harrisburg University has 7 [[undergraduate]] and |
Harrisburg University has 7 [[undergraduate]] and 7 [http://harrisburgu.edu/graduate-students/ graduate] programs in science and technology-related disciplines. The university follows a trimester system. |
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The University partners with many local [[Civil society|civic organizations]] for student clubs and activities, such as the [[Harrisburg Young Professionals]] (HYP). HU students receive free membership in the organization,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://harrisburgu.edu/campuslife/| title=Harrisburg University Student Life| publisher = Harrisburg University| accessdate=2010-07-23}}</ref> which involves students in various community programs. |
The University partners with many local [[Civil society|civic organizations]] for student clubs and activities, such as the [[Harrisburg Young Professionals]] (HYP). HU students receive free membership in the organization,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://harrisburgu.edu/campuslife/| title=Harrisburg University Student Life| publisher = Harrisburg University| accessdate=2010-07-23}}</ref> which involves students in various community programs. The University also partners with many local and regional companies, governmental agencies and organizations, in order to provide real-world training options to its students, through classroom projects and through internships. |
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The university [http://www.pennlive.com/news/2017/03/harrisburg_university_resurgen.html |
The university is located in a single [http://www.pennlive.com/news/2017/03/harrisburg_university_resurgen.html building.] Facilities common to academic life, such as fitness facilities and dining options, are leveraged via the attached [[Strawberry Square]], a food court and shopping area located next to the university's building. Students who live in [http://harrisburgu.edu/housing-options/ the provided residence apartment-style housing have complete kitchens in each unit.] |
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The university's academic center along with housing are all located in urban [[Downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania|downtown Harrisburg]]. The university is within walking distance of the [[Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts]], and the [[State Museum of Pennsylvania]], both which provide numerous cultural and professional development events for students. The university is also a half block from the [[Pennsylvania State Capitol|state capitol of Pennsylvania]], and a brief walk to the [[Susquehanna River|riverfront]]. |
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==Accreditation== |
==Accreditation== |
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== Criticism == |
== Criticism == |
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An aggregated source of criticism was watchinghu.com [http://www.watchinghu.com/], which was run by the husband of a former professor of Harrisburg University.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2013/05/dismiss_ex-professors_lawsuit.html|title=Dismiss ex-professor's lawsuit, Harrisburg University leaders ask federal judge|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> Along with this, Harrisburg University had faced a financial crisis,<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2013/10/harrisburg_university_financia.html|title=Harrisburg University: Will it survive financial struggle?|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> and problems with retaining accreditation.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2014/07/harrisburg_university_placed_o.html|title=Harrisburg University placed on probation by accrediting agency|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> |
An aggregated source of criticism was watchinghu.com [http://www.watchinghu.com/], which was run by the husband of a former professor of Harrisburg University.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2013/05/dismiss_ex-professors_lawsuit.html|title=Dismiss ex-professor's lawsuit, Harrisburg University leaders ask federal judge|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> Along with this, Harrisburg University had faced a financial crisis,<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2013/10/harrisburg_university_financia.html|title=Harrisburg University: Will it survive financial struggle?|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> and problems with retaining accreditation.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2014/07/harrisburg_university_placed_o.html|title=Harrisburg University placed on probation by accrediting agency|website=PennLive.com|access-date=2016-05-29}}</ref> However, it has successfully emerged from the former issues, experiencing record growths in student enrollments and permanent faculty hires<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.pennlive.com/news/2016/08/harrisburg_university_welcomes.html|title=Harrisburg University welcomes record freshman class|work=PennLive.com|access-date=2017-03-16|language=en-US}}</ref>. It has also expanded within its building envelope, building out two new floors<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.pennlive.com/news/2016/08/harrisburg_university_welcomes.html|title=Harrisburg University welcomes record freshman class|work=PennLive.com|access-date=2017-03-16|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 15:58, 16 March 2017
 Logo of Harrisburg University | |
| Type | Private, nonprofit[1] |
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| Established | 2001[2] |
| Endowment | $0 |
| Chairman | J. Randall Grespin[3] |
| President | Eric D. Darr, Ph.D.[4] |
| Provost | Bili S. Mattes, D.Ed.[5] |
Academic staff | 150 |
| Students | 4,100[2] |
| Location | , , 40°15′43″N 76°52′49″W / 40.2619°N 76.8802°W |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | harrisburgu.edu |
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Harrisburg University of Science & Technology is a four-year private non-profit university in Pennsylvania's capital, Harrisburg. The school was founded in 2001, opened its doors in 2005, and first accredited in 2009. As of September 1, 2016, the University has 500 undergraduate, 3,600 graduate students and 150 full-time faculty and staff.
Academics and student life
Harrisburg University has 7 undergraduate and 7 graduate programs in science and technology-related disciplines. The university follows a trimester system.
The University partners with many local civic organizations for student clubs and activities, such as the Harrisburg Young Professionals (HYP). HU students receive free membership in the organization,[6] which involves students in various community programs. The University also partners with many local and regional companies, governmental agencies and organizations, in order to provide real-world training options to its students, through classroom projects and through internships.
The university is located in a single building. Facilities common to academic life, such as fitness facilities and dining options, are leveraged via the attached Strawberry Square, a food court and shopping area located next to the university's building. Students who live in the provided residence apartment-style housing have complete kitchens in each unit.
The university's academic center along with housing are all located in urban downtown Harrisburg. The university is within walking distance of the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, and the State Museum of Pennsylvania, both which provide numerous cultural and professional development events for students. The university is also a half block from the state capitol of Pennsylvania, and a brief walk to the riverfront.
Accreditation
Harrisburg University is accredited by the Middle States Commission of Higher Education.
Criticism
An aggregated source of criticism was watchinghu.com [1], which was run by the husband of a former professor of Harrisburg University.[7] Along with this, Harrisburg University had faced a financial crisis,[8] and problems with retaining accreditation.[9] However, it has successfully emerged from the former issues, experiencing record growths in student enrollments and permanent faculty hires[10]. It has also expanded within its building envelope, building out two new floors[11]
References
- ^ "Middle States Commission on Higher Education: Harrisburg University of Science and Technology". Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ a b "Harrisburg University: HU at a Glance". Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ "Harrisburg University: Board of Trustees". Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ "Harrisburg University: Eric D. Darr, Ph.D." Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ "Harrisburg University: Bili S. Mattes, D.Ed". Retrieved 2015-11-30.
- ^ "Harrisburg University Student Life". Harrisburg University. Retrieved 2010-07-23.
- ^ "Dismiss ex-professor's lawsuit, Harrisburg University leaders ask federal judge". PennLive.com. Retrieved 2016-05-29.
- ^ "Harrisburg University: Will it survive financial struggle?". PennLive.com. Retrieved 2016-05-29.
- ^ "Harrisburg University placed on probation by accrediting agency". PennLive.com. Retrieved 2016-05-29.
- ^ "Harrisburg University welcomes record freshman class". PennLive.com. Retrieved 2017-03-16.
- ^ "Harrisburg University welcomes record freshman class". PennLive.com. Retrieved 2017-03-16.
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