Thompson Hall is one of Fredonia’s most academically diverse buildings, bringing together programs that prepare students for careers in business, education, health, and the social sciences.
It also houses specialized clinics and labs that provide hands-on learning while serving the campus and wider community.
Academic Programs & Highlights
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School of Business: Accredited by AACSB — a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide — offering strong academics paired with real-world internship opportunities.
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College of Education, Health Sciences & Human Services: Education majors gain classroom experience as early as their second semester, building confidence and skills from the start of their journey to becoming teachers.
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Henry C. Youngerman Center for Communication Disorders: Students in the Communication Disorders and Sciences program complete their clinic hours on campus at this center, which offers speech-language and audiology services to the public. Clinic labs feature 360-degree cameras to enhance observation and training.
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Sociocultural & Justice Sciences, Psychology, and Communication: These programs combine research, experiential learning, and community connections. The Communication Department even operates a classroom television studio for student production and media training.
Campus Offices & Student Services
Thompson Hall also houses several key offices that support student success:
Outcomes That Matter
Students who study in Thompson Hall go on to make an immediate impact in their fields.
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Business graduates launch careers in finance, accounting, management, and marketing, with many pursuing graduate study or professional certification.
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Education graduates enjoy strong job placement in New York State and beyond, often stepping into full-time teaching roles shortly after graduation.
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Communication Disorders graduates are prepared for graduate-level speech-language pathology and audiology programs, entering with extensive clinical experience.
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Social science and psychology graduates pursue careers in human services, counseling, law, public policy, and research, or continue into competitive master’s and doctoral programs.