University Gerontology Center
Janet Wilmoth, Director
Martha W. Bonney, Assistant to the Director
426 Eggers Hall, 315-443-2703
www.maxwell.syr.edu/cpr/gerontology/
The Gerontology Center at Syracuse University administers a certificate in gerontology for both graduate and undergraduate students, and undertakes or supports a broad range of research and scholarly activity. The center calls upon faculty from a variety of departments, disciplines, and professions across the University, including public administration, human services, economics, social work, law, psychology, sociology, exercise science, and education. It is committed to an interdisciplinary team approach in its research projects. Graduate students, staff, and faculty work closely together in a cooperative framework of learning and the advancement of knowledge.
Established in 1972, it is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the United States. It has been a leader in public policy analysis and professional education to benefit the elderly. The center does not offer its own curriculum. Instead, coursework in the field of aging is offered through each participating school or college. Students matriculate for a degree in a school or college within the University and undertake a specialization in gerontology.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The University Gerontology Center offers the opportunity for all undergraduate and graduate students to relate their major to the study of aging. A certificate of achievement in gerontology is awarded to graduating students who have successfully completed 15 credits of aging-related coursework.
ADMISSION
Students interested in the Gerontology Certificate program must complete an application, which can be obtained from the Gerontology Center office or downloaded from the Gerontology Center web page. Students are encouraged to apply early in their academic career.