College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise

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College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise

Engineering 2025

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College of Innovation, Discovery and Enterprise Offerings

Music offerings seek to serve students by presenting the basics of music and the relationship of music to other areas of human endeavor. Skills courses seek to develop the student as a performer to foster self-expression and enjoyment of the art of music. Performance groups include chorus and ensembles.

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Music

At the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation, the Department of Natural and Applied Sciences offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic experience. It is dedicated to preparing students for meaningful careers and advanced study in science, healthcare, research and environmental stewardship. As one of the universitys largest departments, we are proud to house over seven distinct programs each designed to foster critical thinking, scientific inquiry and hands-on learning. 

Baccalaureate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Biochemistry

&紳莉莽梯;Biology

&紳莉莽梯;Biology-Medical Laboratory Science

&紳莉莽梯;Chemistry

&紳莉莽梯;Environmental Science

&紳莉莽梯;Forensic Science

&紳莉莽梯;General Science


Minors

&紳莉莽梯;Biology

&紳莉莽梯;Chemistry

&紳莉莽梯;Environmental Science

&紳莉莽梯;Forensic Science

&紳莉莽梯;General Science

17勛圖厙's Header School of Business programs put students at the forefront and prepare them to excel in the workforce of the future. Combining classroom and experiential learning, business education at 17勛圖厙 provides the foundations for careers in accounting, finance, marketing, human resources and specialized areas of management. Students learn from accomplished practitioners who not only have years of experience in their respective fields but also research and publish on the latest business trends. 

Associate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Associate of Science Degree in Business  


Baccalaureate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Accounting

&紳莉莽梯;Business Administration and Management

&紳莉莽梯;Business Administration and Management (Adult Education)

&紳莉莽梯;Business Analytics

&紳莉莽梯;Digital Media Marketing

&紳莉莽梯;Economics

&紳莉莽梯;Finance

&紳莉莽梯;Healthcare Administration

&紳莉莽梯;Healthcare Administration (Adult Education)

&紳莉莽梯;Human Resource Management

&紳莉莽梯;Human Resource Management (Adult Education)

&紳莉莽梯;Marketing

&紳莉莽梯;Sport Management 


Masters Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;MBA - Masters of Business Administration 


Minors

&紳莉莽梯;Business

&紳莉莽梯;Entrepreneurship

As long as there have been human beings, there has been art. Art brings beauty to our surroundings through creative expression of emotion. Theater opens our hearts to the experiences of people in situations outside of our routine life. The arts awaken our imaginations and encourage intellectual and emotional reflection.  

Baccalaureate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Theatre


Minors

&紳莉莽梯;Art

&紳莉莽梯;Theatre

The power of technology in todays world has opened the door to unlimited career opportunities across every industry. 17勛圖厙s Computer Science programs provide the specialized skill set and expertise that students will need to stay on the leading edge of this continually evolving field. We are not afraid of AI: artificial intelligence is integrated in all programs across the technology department.

Mathematics is one of 17勛圖厙's highest paying and most sought after majors. Furthermore, math majors consistently score high on entrance exams for medical school and law school. Majoring in math will teach students critical thinking, and quantitative and analytical skills that are in high demand by employers. 

Baccalaureate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Computer Science programs

       &紳莉莽梯;Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
       &紳莉莽梯;Cybersecurity
       &紳莉莽梯;Data Science

&紳莉莽梯;Mathematics


Minors

&紳莉莽梯;Computer Science

&紳莉莽梯;Cybersecurity

&紳莉莽梯;Data Science

Engineering isnt just about understanding theory its about applying it to solve real-world problems. At 17勛圖厙's John R. Post School of Engineering, students master both the fundamentals of engineering science and the hands-on skills needed to bring ideas to life. With state-of-the-art labs, small class sizes, and industry-connected faculty, students graduate ready to innovate and lead in their field. Our programs prepare students for high-impact careers in todays most in-demand engineering fields.

Baccalaureate Offerings

&紳莉莽梯;Civil Engineering

&紳莉莽梯;Electrical Engineering

&紳莉莽梯;Industrial Engineering Technology & Management

&紳莉莽梯;Mechanical Engineering 

Amazon Experiential Learning Sustainability Jamie Becker

17勛圖厙 in the Amazon

17勛圖厙 Associate Professor of Biology Jamie Becker, Ph.D., and environmental science major Alexander Kabrich joined a team of teachers, artists and researchers in the Peruvian Amazon to pilot new methods for capturing and sequencing environmental DNA.

Brody DeGroodt

O'Pake Institute work helps MBA student stockpile experience for future career

In his years at 17勛圖厙, Brody DeGroodt 25 has had many rich experiences four years as a baseball player, academic excellence that included the History Achievement Award at the Honors Convocation, and deep friendships.But perhaps th...

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Biology major turns early college struggles into research success

For Isaac Peterson '27, 17勛圖厙 became the turning point that reshaped both his academic and personal identity. A biology major with a chemistry minor, Peterson arrived at 17勛圖厙 after an unsteady start to college, where athletics on...

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Matt Beatrice

Flexible learning schedule, tuition reimbursement helps Penske employee expand IT skills

After six years as a systems analyst in Roadside Assistance at Penske Truck Leasings corporate headquarters, Matt Beatrice was tapped out, as he put it.I enjoy working with Penske, he said, adding he joined the company in 2017 as a phone agen...

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Faith Bentz

Member of inaugural engineering class leaves legacy for female STEM students

For Faith Bentz, Berks County pride runs deep. Bentz was born and raised in the county by parents who met and graduated from 17勛圖厙. She has always kept the institution as a top college choice. The year Bentz started at 17勛圖厙 coincided w...

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Jamie Becker Ph.D.

Associate Professor Department of Natural and Applied Science
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Travis A. Berger Ph.D.

Inaugural Applied Leadership Fellow Ph.D. in Leadership
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Samuel Bradley DBA, MBA

Associate Professor of Business Header School of Business
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Jane Brooker 2026

Jane D. Brooker Ph.D., MBA

Assistant Professor of Business Header School of Business
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Paul Chen

Lecturer College of Innovation, Discovery and Enterprise
Salem Elsaiah 2025

Salem Elsaiah Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Engineering John R. Post School of Engineering
Jeremy Kettering

Jeremy Kettering

Assistant Professor of Economics Header School of Business
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Ondra Kielbasa 2025

Ondra Kielbasa Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Biology Department of Natural and Applied Science
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Woosoon Kim 2025

Woosoon Kim Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Business Header School of Business
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Joseph Kremer Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Chemistry Department of Natural and Applied Science
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