Program areas at East West University
Instructional and academic support, including the following degree programs:behavioral sciences the bachelor of arts degree program in behavioral sciences guides the student through an interdisciplinary group of courses which include criminal justice, economics, history, statistics, political science, psychology, and sociology. The program applies scientific research and sound understanding of major theories in the social sciences to understand and resolve critical social issues. The program helps provide students with the skills to succeed in graduate study of criminal justice, government, history, international relations, law, political science, psychology, public relations, sociology, social work, urban planning, and similar fields. Biological sciencesin the heart of chicago's south loop, East-West University can help make your dream of a career in science or medicine a reality! Earn a bachelor's degree in biology and prepare for graduate, nursing, or medical school. Careers in science, medicine, and health care begin with a foundational education in biological and physical sciences. East-West University provides an exceptional education in biology, chemistry, and physics, all of which are prerequisites to pursue an advanced degree in science or medicine. Students are trained in modern biology, chemistry, and physics laboratories by experts in their respective fields who have extensive teaching experience. Students are trained on state-of-the-art molecular biology equipment to prepare them for the world of modern biotechnology. Importantly, research opportunities are available in multiple primary and clinical areas to prepare graduates for the rigors of post-graduate work or continued healthcare education. Business administrationthe bs degree in business administration offers students diversified and challenging core courses that all East-West University business students must take and specialty courses providing a solid foundation in business theory and applications. In addition to traditional classes like accounting, economics, finance, and management, students take courses in challenging areas such as entrepreneurship, personal financial planning, forensic accounting, and international business. The bs degree program provides students a broad knowledge base in the business disciplines, prepares them for career possibilities in business-related areas, gives them the fundamental skills necessary to participate in civil society, and provides a foundation for further studies and graduate and professional work. Computer and information sciencethe computer and information science program at East-West University offers a bachelor of science (bs) and an associate of applied science (aas) degree programs. The computer and information science program emphasizes technical and professional education that combines academic coursework with relevant "hands-on" laboratory experiences. The study of computer science is the combination of computation and solving information-based problems in the world by applying theoretical and practical techniques. The study involves well-organized methodologies, programming skills, scripting languages, algorithms, databases, networking, cyber security and cryptography, computer architecture, operating systems, cloud computing, web development, mobile application development, artificial intelligence, software techniques, digital media, data warehousing, and business intelligence development. The program provides a wide range of courses to lay the foundation for further studies and graduate work. Electronics engineering technologyeast-west University offers a bachelor of science (bs) degree and an associate of applied science (aas) degree in electronics engineering technology (eet). The electronics engineering technology curriculum focuses on analyzing, designing, and synthesizing modern electronic systems, including devices and signals for various applications such as wireless or network communication, environmental electronics, electrical power and control, and multimedia information technology. The eld of electronics engineering is rapidly evolving since it has a significant role in the accelerated growth of the technological world.career opportunities for graduates with degrees in electronics engineering technology continue to be plentiful and diverse. The program also helps prepare students who wish to continue to graduate education.english and communicationsthe ba in english and communications program at East-West University provides students with skills in reading closely and writing clearly and expressively. The program offers courses in the world's literature and communication in various genres and media. Students learn to listen carefully, read perceptively, write professionally, and speak confidently in the introductory courses. In advanced courses, students learn to see the design of what they read, plan what they write thoughtfully, and see the possibilities of various genres. They also begin to understand how history and culture affect communication, develop a sense of literary and film history and genres, shape arguments to needs and audiences, and appreciate the differing values in visions of human existence. They will be able to interpret and create rational and persuasive arguments for various audiences in various styles. Finally, they will design and present documents in print and other media. An english and communications background prepares students for several challenging and rewarding fields and careers. Mathematicsthe need for mathematicians in computer science, engineering, and education will continue to increase dramatically well into the 21st century. A mathematics degree is a key to successfully entering well-paying, prestigious fields as the world advance technology. Mathematicians, teachers, and scientists will be in great demand and expect attractive salaries. One of the best places to earn your bachelor's degree in mathematics is East-West University. Courses are offered in both theoretical and applied mathematics to meet students' needs in different academic and career areas. Math is very challenging, and the math tutoring program helps you succeed. Tutors provide one-on-one attention with a unique approach tailor-made to each student. The goal is not merely to help you pass but to lay the foundation that propels you to excellence. The math department aims to successfully prepare you to move into future careers with a solid foundation in mathematics and relevant technologies.
Physical facilities & student life centerthe student life center is a modern, open and brightly lit building designed to celebrate East-West University and its vibrant urban setting in chicago's south loop.the new student life center contains: ten floors of on-campus housing called the flats. Multi-purpose gymnasium, free for all students and dorm residents. A state-of-the-art fitness center, free for all students and dorm residents. A new library with expanded collection and state-of-the-art computers. Auditorium for large events, accessible to students and the community. Green features, including energy-saving heating and cooling systems and a green roof. A modern, inviting atrium-style space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and plenty of natural light. 24/7 on-site security and supervision.the expansion of East-West's campus extended the learning experience beyond the classroom and allowed students to interact freely with classmates, faculty, and the surrounding community. Additionally, the student life center provides East-West students with increased access to the south loop's civic and cultural resources, including harold Washington library center, chicago museum campus, and grant park.east-west University's extensive library which continues to grow, is an inviting and engaging space for students, as well as for faculty, staff and guests. The library boasts about its an expansive collection of books, periodicals and magazines. It also has updated databases, reference collections and e-books. The library is a comfortable location to study, do research or relax and read. The library also provides space for faculty and students to do projects for their classes. There are continual training sessions about the library and how to use it which is provided by ewu's library staff. Also, library staff throughout the year showcase specific cultural events with related books and articles cited for everyone in the University to celebrate.
Financial aid and recordseast-west University financial aid department provides adequate financial assistance to applicants who, without such aid, would be unable to attend the University. To that end, we offer a variety of financial aid packages to qualifying students. The records office maintains, preserves, and distributes students' permanent academic record and provides services to students and faculty at East-West University in the areas of academic policy, enrollment, and course information. Activities include registration, class scheduling, course offerings production and distribution, grade processing, catalog, graduation support, academic transcript delivery, and student enrollment management.east-west University was recently awarded a title iii grant. Ewu's title iii program, "strengthening and increasing student success" improves and strengthens the institution's institutional management, academic quality and fiscal stability in order to expand the University's capacity to serve low-income students. Three major initiatives are to 1) integrate emerging technologies into ewu and into instructions and advisory functions through a new administrative management system; 2) expand and improve support services for at-risk freshmen students through tutoring, career counseling, crisis counseling and other services; and enhance and increase financial capability through new technology systems for ewu's fund development and financial aid offices.
Technology:in 2023 year ewu selected the compnaythesis for administrative management system called elements. Also, East-West contracted with the company eab to provide marketing for fall-2024 student enrollment. Eab provides data driven insights in many areas including enrollment. It will also assist ewu admissions staff by providing completed applications of prospective students for fall 2024. Ewu also acquired element451 which is a crm system and develops communication plan to reach out to student via artifical intellience technology. Element451 provides personalized direct communication in the digital channels that students prefer so that they stay engaged and enrolled. In addition another technology syste, edsights was imlemented at ewu. Edsights supports enrollment, persistence and retention by combining adaptice artificial intelligence, machine learning and sms text messaging to audomatically deliver personalized proactive and reactive engagment via an instituinally branded texting bot. All of these technology platforms will help strengthen ewu's capacity to improve communications for greater efficiencey and to improve student success.
Library and learning resources centereast-west University library is on the fifth floor of the student life center. It has a shelving capacity for more than twenty thousand books and journals, an area of 14,000 square feet, and a seating capacity of 60. The library includes quiet group spaces, some with computers. Its spaces have been re-purposed to support and enable study, teaching and learning in order to meet students' team-active and collaborative learning needs. The library collection includes 15 databases providing full-text access to over 8,820 journals and other serial titles, 17 databases indexing over 16,669 journals and other serial titles, 48 electronic book reference sets, 20,000 plus monographs, and over 1800 films.the library provides a wide variety of resources to students and the University family. Orientation to the library and instruction in the use of information resources is made available to all students at the beginning of each quarter and throughout the academic year as needed.