2013-2014 CATALOG ATALOG C Correspondence Directory
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Experience Extraordinary 2013-2014 CATALOG ATALOG C CORRESPONDENCE DIRECTORY Correspondence should be addressed to: Ohio Wesleyan University, 61 South Sandusky Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015. The University’s general telephone number is (740) 368-2000 and the University’s Web site is located at www.owu.edu. When dialing from off campus, use “368” (preceded with area code “740,” if required) and the extension for the offices and individuals listed below. A complete directory of University offices and employees is available online at http://directories.owu.edu/. ACADEMIC CONCERNS Dr. Barbara Andereck, Interim Dean of Academic Affairs (Extension 3112, [email protected]) ADMISSION, FINANCIAL AID AND COMMUNICATIONS Ms. Rebecca Eckstein, Vice President for Enrollment (Extension 3025, [email protected]) ATHLETICS Mr. Roger Ingles, Director of Athletics (Extension 3738, [email protected]) CAREER SERVICES Ms. Leslie Melton, Director of Career Services (Extension 3152, [email protected]) CHAPLAIN The Rev. Jon Powers (Extension 3082, [email protected]) COUNSELING Dr. Colleen Cook (Extension 3145, [email protected]) DEPOSITS, FEES & CHARGES Ms. Jeanne Farnlacher, Bursar (Extension 3362, [email protected]) GIFTS Ms. Colleen Garland, Vice President for University Advancement (Extension 3015, [email protected]) HONORS PROGRAM Dr. Edward Burtt, Co-Coordinator (Extension 3886, [email protected]) Dr. Amy McClure, Co-Coordinator (Extension 3562, [email protected]) HOUSING Ms. Wendy Piper, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs/Director of Residential Life (Extension 3177, [email protected]) INTERNATIONAL AND OFF-CAMPUS PROGRAMS Mr. Darrell Albon, Director of International and Off-Campus Programs (Extension 3070, [email protected]) MARKETING & COMMUNICATION Mr. Cole Hatcher, Interim Director (Extension 6908, [email protected]) MULTICULTURAL STUDENT AFFAIRS Ms. Terree Stevenson, Director (Extension 3070, [email protected]) REGISTRATION, READMISSION & TRANSCRIPTS Ms. Shelly McMahon, Registrar (Extension 3200, [email protected]) STUDENT AFFAIRS Dr. Craig Ullom, Vice President for Student Affairs (Extension 3131, [email protected]) SUMMER PROGRAMS Dr. Barbara Andereck, Interim Dean of Academic Affairs (Extension 3112, [email protected]) WELLNESS CENTER Ms. Marsha Tilden, Director (Extension 3163, [email protected]) Ohio Wesleyan admits all qualified students and administers financial assistance without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, or handicap. 2013-2014 Catalog Ohio Wesleyan University Contents Contents Calendar ...................................................................................................inside back cover The University Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1 Statement of Aims ...................................................................................................... 3 Intellectual Freedom and Responsibility ..................................................................... 4 Statement on Student Rights ...................................................................................... 5 University Diversity Efforts ........................................................................................ 6 Traditions ................................................................................................................... 6 Academic Regulations and Procedures Academic Advising ..................................................................................................... 8 Admission .................................................................................................................. 8 Advanced Placement .................................................................................................. 8 International Baccalaureate .......................................................................................10 Examinations for Placement and/or Credit ..............................................................12 Registration in Courses ............................................................................................12 Reports and Grades ..................................................................................................14 Residence Requirement ............................................................................................17 Academic Probation and Dismissal........................................................................... 17 Academic Honesty ...................................................................................................18 Academic Grievance Policy .......................................................................................21 Responsibility for Meeting Requirements .................................................................23 Final Examination Policy ..........................................................................................23 Leave of Absence ......................................................................................................24 Withdrawal from the University ...............................................................................24 Reinstatement ..........................................................................................................24 Classification of Students ........................................................................................25 Transfer of Credits ....................................................................................................25 Student-Initiated Courses ........................................................................................25 Petitions ...................................................................................................................26 Academic Honors and Prizes Academic Honors .....................................................................................................27 Prizes and Awards .....................................................................................................29 Honorary Societies ...................................................................................................36 Degrees and Special Programs Requirements for All Degrees ...................................................................................37 The Bachelor of Arts Degree ....................................................................................39 The Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree .............................................................................42 The Bachelor of Music Degree .................................................................................43 Two Bachelor’s Degrees ............................................................................................43 Combined Bachelor’s/Professional Degrees ..............................................................43 Other Pre-Professional Programs ..............................................................................44 Other Interdepartmental Majors ..............................................................................44 Self-Designed Majors ...............................................................................................44 i 2013-2014 Catalog Ohio Wesleyan University Contents The OWU Connection ............................................................................................45 The Sagan National Colloquium ..............................................................................51 Cross-Cultural Experience ........................................................................................51 Off-Campus Study Programs ...................................................................................52 International Programs .............................................................................................53 Domestic Programs ..................................................................................................55 Apprenticeships and Internships ...............................................................................56 Special Language Program ........................................................................................57 Summer School ........................................................................................................57 Majors and Courses of Instruction Key to Abbreviations ................................................................................................58 Course Selection .......................................................................................................58 Majors and Course Descriptions ..............................................................................59 Student Affairs and Non-Academic Regulations Student Affairs .......................................................................................................287 The Student Handbook ............................................................................................287 Expenses and Financial Aid Tuition and Fees .....................................................................................................288 Financial Aid ..........................................................................................................288 Fees ........................................................................................................................289 Payment Methods ..................................................................................................293 Withdrawals and Refunds ......................................................................................294