2002-2003 Undergraduate Catalog
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Undergraduate Catalog 2002-2003 Springfield College 2002-2003 Catalog SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE Office of Admissions MISSION STATEMENT 263 Alden Street Springfield, MA 01109-3797 The mission of Springfield College is to educate students in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity by building upon its (413)748-3136 • (800)343-1257 foundation of Humanics and academic excellence. TTY: (413) 748-3383 Web site: http://www.springfieIdcollege.edu ACCREDITATION AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS Accreditation Statement Nondiscrimination Statement Springfield College is recognized as an institution of higher learning of Springfield College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. collegiate rank by the Board of Collegiate Authority of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), which accredits schools and colleges in Drug-Free Policy the six New England states. Membership in this association, one of six Springfield College complies with all federal and state requirements for a accrediting associations in the United States, indicates that the college has drug-free campus and workplace. been carefully evaluated and found to meet standards agreed upon by qualified educators. Student-Right-To-Know The College supports the efforts of secondary school officials and governing Disclosure Statement bodies to have their schools achieve regional accredited status, which Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with the Student-Right-to-Know provides reliable assurance of the quality of the educational preparation Act (Title I of Public Law 101.542), the graduation rates of degree-seeking, of its applicants for admission. full-time students are available to all current or prospective students from the Office of the Registrar and will be provided upon request. Springfield College is the only college officially affiliated with the National Council of YMCAs for the training of professional workers. Student Affairs Policies Further information on College resources and student affairs policies and Policy Statement Regarding procedures can be found in the Student Handbook, available in the Office Students With Disabilities of the Dean of Students. Springfield College is committed to providing an equal educational opportunity and full participation in College programs and activities for This Catalog has been prepared for the benefit of students, faculty, persons with disabilities in accordance with state and federal laws. The administrators of the College, and others wishing to know more about College fully supports the antidiscrimination policies expressed in state the College’s programs and activities. The information contained and federal legislation for persons with disabilities. It is the College’s herein is accurate as of the date of publication (August 2002). Springfield intent that no person be subject to discrimination with regard to any College reserves the right, without notice, to make any changes to this College program or activity. catalog, including, but not limited to, changes in policies, procedures, and/or regulations; changes in rates and fees, deadlines, course Springfield College recognizes the unique needs of students with disabilities offerings, descriptions, grading, and/or graduation requirements. and encourages these students to use the support services offered by the College to assist them in attaining their educational goals. The policy of Springfield College,regarding admission and access to programs and activities prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Disabled students are invited to contact the College’s Office of Student Support Services, located in School Hall, at (413) 748-3768. SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2002-2003 Richard B. Flynn (1999), B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D. Robert J. Willey, Jr. (2002), B.S., M.A., Ph.D. President of the College Dean, School of Human Services Jean A. Wyld (2001), B.A., M.S., Ph.D. Francine J. Vecchiolla (1990), B.S., M.S.W., Ph.D. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dean, School of Social Work M. Ben Hogan (2000), B.A., M.S., Ed.D. Mary N. DeAngelo (1984), B.A., M.Ed. Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Director of Undergraduate Admissions David J. Fraboni (2001), B.S. John W. Wilcox (1970), B.S., M.Ed. Vice President for Institutional Advancement Executive Director of Enrollment Management John L. Mailhot (1988), B.S., M.B.A. Vice President for Administration and Finance Gretchen A. Brockmeyer (1979), B.A., M.S., Ed.D. Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs William J. Considine (1976), B.S., M.S., P.E.D. Dean, School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Mary D. Healey (1981), B.S., M.Ed., M.S., Ph.D. Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies Betty L. Mann (1984), B.S., M.Ed., D.P.E. Dean, School of Graduate Studies INTRODUCTION Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution that emphasizes the education of leaders for the allied health, human service, and physical education professions, offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive humanics philosophy-education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for lead- ership in service to humanity. It is world renowned: as the Birthplace of Basketball’“, a game created by alumnus and professor James Naismith in 1891; as the alma mater of William G. Morgan, inventor of the game of volleyball; and for its long-standing and close relationship with the YMCA. Springfield College has educated more than 28,000 people who are at work throughout the United States and in more than sixty nations. Today, more than 4,000 students attend the College’s main campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, and its satellite sites in Boston, California, Delaware, Florida, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin. CONTENTS 6 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION 16 CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY 6 GUIDELINES FOR 17 COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM LEARNING DISABILITY DOCUMENTATION 17 CREDIT AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 6 TIME FOR APPLYING 17 COMMENCEMENT 6 ADMISSIONS DEADLINES 17 CREDIT BY EXAMINATIONS PROGRAMS POLICY 6 FIRST-YEAR STUDENT ADMISSIONS POLICY 18 CROSS-REGISTRATION BETWEEN THE SCHOOL OF 7 REQUIREMENTS HUMAN SERVICES AND TRADITIONAL 7 APPLYING FOR ADMISSION UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOLS 7 ADMISSIONS STAFF REVIEW 18 DEAN’S LIST 7 CONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE 18 DEGREES OFFERED 8 DEFERRED ADMISSION 18 DEGREE REQUIREMENTS-UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL 8 EARLY DECISION 18 DISTRIBUTION OF UNDERGRADUATE CREDITS 8 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION WEEK 19 GRADES AND GRADING 8 RE-ADMISSION 19 AUDIT POLICY 8 CHANGES IN ADMISSION 19 INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICY 19 PASS/FAIL GRADING 8 FINANCIAL AID 19 GRADE CHANGES 8 SERVICE 19 REPEATING A COURSE 8 NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID 20 CALCULATION OF GPA 9 APPLICATION PROCESS 20 REGISTRATION AND RECORDS 9 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS 20 COOPERATING COLLEGES CREDIT/CCGS 9 ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY 20 INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE 9 FINANCIAL AID POLICY 20 LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR MATRICULATED STUDENTS 10 TUITION AND FEES 20 REGISTRATION AND CHANGE OF SCHEDULE REQUESTS 10 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT EXPENSES 21 CHANGE OF SCHEDULE 10 BASIC CHARGES 21 CHANGE OF MAJOR 11 RESIDENCE LIFE 21 SECOND BACHELOR’S DEGREE 11 REFUND POLICY 21 STUDENT RECORDS 11 REFUND POLICY - TUITION AND HOUSING 22 TRANSCRIPT OF ACADEMIC WORK 11 REFUND POLICY - MEAL PLAN 22 COURSE WITHDRAWAL POLICY 11 PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS 22 COLLEGE WITHDRAWAL POLICY 11 CREDIT BALANCE REFUND POLICIES 22 UNDERGRADUATE NONMATRICULATED STUDENTS 11 NONPAYMENT POLICY 22 RESIDENCY CREDIT 22 TRANSFER CREDIT POLICY 12 ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 12 ACADEMIC ADVISING 12 ACADEMIC CREDIT 12 ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE 12 ACADEMIC HONESTY AND INTEGRITY 14 ACADEMIC HONORS 14 ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY 15 ACADEMIC PROGRESS STATUS CATEGORIES AND DEFINITIONS 16 ACADEMIC STANDING 16 ATHLETICS POLICY 16 CANCELLATION OF CLASSES 16 CATALOG YEAR POLICY CONTENTS 3 CONTENTS 24 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM 123 SPORTS BIOLOGY 125 THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SERVICES 28 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM 127 UNDECLARED 128 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT 29 UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULA 130 MINORS Art, Art Therapy, Athletic Coaching, Biology, 29 AMERICAN STUDIES Business Management, Chemistry, Computer 32 APPLIED EXERCISE SCIENCE Programming, Computer Science, Dance, Economics, 34 ART English, Health Studies, History, Mathematics, Music, 38 ART THERAPY Nutrition, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, 41 ATHLETIC TRAINING Rehabilitation and Disability Studies, Religion, Sociology, 44 BIOLOGY Spanish, Theatre Arts 47 BIOTECHNOLOGY 49 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 135 UNDERGRADUATE 51 CHEMISTRY/BIOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 53 COMMUNICATIONS/SPORTS JOURNALISM 135 ANTHROPOLOGY 55 COMMUNITY HEALTH 135 APPLIED EXERCISE SCIENCE 57 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES 136 ART 59 COMPUTER GRAPHICS 138 ART EDUCATION 61 CRIMINAL JUSTICE 139 ART THERAPY 63 DANCE 139 ATHLETIC TRAINING 65 DISABLED SPORTS AND MOVEMENT STUDIES 141 BIOLOGY 68 EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAM 144 CHEMISTRY 70 ELEMENTARY TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAMS 145 COMMUNICATIONS/SPORTS JOURNALISM 72 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT 146 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES 74 ENGLISH 148 CRIMINAL JUSTICE 77 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 149 DANCE 79 GENERAL STUDIES 150 DRAMA 80 HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 150 ECONOMICS 82 HEALTH STUDIES MAJOR/TEACHER 151 EDUCATION PREPARATION PROGRAM 153 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT 85 HISTORY 155 ENGLISH 88 MATHEMATICS 160 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 90 MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 160