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Academic Catalog Cover Placeholder 2020- 2021 ACADEMIC CATALOG COVER PLACEHOLDER 2020- 2021 2020 • 2021 Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Summer 2021 ACADEMIC CATALOG University of the West has made every effort to ensure the information in this catalog and other published materials is accurate. University of the West reserves the right to change policies, tuition, fees, and other information in this catalog, with prior approval from the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) where applicable. University of the West strives to inform students and stakeholders of changes in a timely fashion, but reserves the right to make changes without notice. University of the West is a private, non-profit, WSCUC-accredited campus founded by and affiliated with the Taiwan-based Buddhist order of Fo Guang Shan. The University of the West name, abstract lotus logo, and calligraphic logo are copyrighted to the university. Additional information is available at our website, www.uwest.edu. University of the West does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, age, race, color, religion, status as a veteran, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or national and ethnic origin in its educational programs, student activities, 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue, Rosemead, CA 91770 employment, or admission policies, in the administration of its scholarship and loan programs, or in any other school- Telephone 626.571.8811 administered programs. This policy complies with requirements of the Internal Revenue Service Procedure 321-1, Title VI of the Fax 626.571.1413 Civil Rights Act, and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments Email [email protected] as amended and enforced by the Department of Health and Human Services. Website www.uwest.edu Table of Contents President’s Message 4 Financial Aid 51 Applying for Financial Aid 53 Academic Calendar 6 Financial Aid Eligibility 53 Financial Aid Disbursements & Refunds 54 English Language Institute 8 Scholarships 54 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) 55 Introduction 9 Withdrawal & Leave Of Absence (LOA) 58 Mission & Values 11 Return of Title IV Funds (R2T4) Policy 58 Institutional Learning Outcomes 11 Our Founder 12 Tuition & Fees 61 History of the University 13 Cost of Attendance 62 Governance 14 Tuition 66 Accreditation 14 Non-Refundable Fees 67 Research Projects 15 F-1 Student Health Insurance 68 Academic Cooperation with Other Universities 16 Tuition Payments 68 Refund Policies 69 Around Campus 19 Rosemead Campus & San Gabriel Valley 20 Registration & Records 71 Graduate Culture at UWest 21 Registration 72 Religious Life & Practice 22 Schedule Changes 75 Campus Safety 23 Graduate Candidacy & Continuous Enrollment 75 Library 24 Withdrawal, Leave of Absence, & Reentry 75 Technology Resources 25 Transcripts, Diplomas, & Enrollment Verification 77 Student Activities 25 Address & Name Changes 77 Student Government 26 Student Email 78 Student Clubs 26 Maintenance & Confidentiality of Student Records 78 Transfer Credit 79 Admissions 27 Admissions Policy 28 Academic Policies & Procedures 83 Application Deadlines 29 Academic Integrity Policy 84 Undergraduate Admissions Requirements 29 Satisfactory Academic Progress 85 Graduate Admission Requirements 31 Reinstatement 86 Readmission 36 Attendance 87 Class Level 88 International Students 37 Grading Standards 90 International Student Admission 38 Grade Grievance 92 English Proficiency Requirement 46 General Petition 92 F-1 Student Health Insurance 48 Multiple Degrees/Concentrations 92 Maintaining Status & Avoiding Termination 49 Graduation 97 Commencement 98 Academic Honors 99 Living on Campus 101 English Language Institute 167 Housing 102 ELI Mission 168 Dining Services 104 English Placement Testing 170 Intensive English Program Advancement 172 Student Services 105 Course Descriptions 173 Student Affairs 106 Disabilities Services 107 General Education 183 Student Life 107 General Education 184 Student Success Center 108 Wellness Center 109 Liberal Arts 191 Student Rights & Responsibilities 110 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts 192 Keeping the Campus Safe 113 Student-Developed Concentrations 194 Nondiscrimination & Harassment Policies 114 Contemplative Studies Minor / Mindfulness Facilitation Campus Title IX Coordinator 116 Certificate 196 Suggestions & Complaints 117 Psychology 199 Programs of Study 119 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 201 Degree Programs 120 Master of Arts in Psychology 205 Open Enrollment & Certificate Programs 121 Master of Arts in Psychology 211 Buddhist Chaplaincy 123 Religious Studies 213 Master of Divinity in Buddhist Chaplaincy 125 Master of Arts in Religious Studies 214 Doctor of Buddhist Ministry 128 Doctor of Philosophy in Religious Studies 219 Business Administration 135 Course Descriptions 225 Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration 137 Undergraduate Course Descriptions 227 Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration 143 Graduate Course Descriptions 253 Master of Business Administration 144 Professional Master of Business Administration 148 College Directory 275 Graduate Certificate Programs in Business Administration 150 Board of Trustees 276 Advanced Certificate of Business Administration - Post-Master Administration 276 of Business Administration Certificate 152 Faculty Senate 276 Staff 277 English 155 Faculty 280 Bachelor of Arts in English 156 Emeriti 285 English Minor 163 TESOL Certificate & Minor 165 President’s Message 4 Welcome to University of the West! I am honored to serve in the role of your new president and to build upon our legacy of offering a comfortable and collaborative learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence and student success. I especially look forward to meeting our new and returning students as together we embark upon the 2020/2021 academic year! As we anticipate a new semester, let us pause to look back at the challenges our campus, like thousands more, faced last spring: First a pandemic, shutting down our communities and changing the landscape for universities around the world. Then a sobering reminder that the battle for equality and humanity is far from over. I want to take this opportunity to say that our students, faculty, and staff clearly met the challenge of reinventing the university with creativity and resilience. As we enter this new academic year, we are still facing restrictions due to COVID-19, but working together, we will continue to meet these challenges safely, and we will be all the stronger for the energy and enthusiasm of the new students joining our academic community. UWest was founded by Venerable Hsing Yun of the humanistic Buddhist order of Fo Guang Shan. His vision of bringing East and West together through the experience of a U.S. higher education informed by Buddhist wisdom and committed to diversity is unique. Our values of Character, Compassion, and Community are built upon this foundation and animate our programs. UWest remains committed to providing a whole-person education to prepare our graduates for their roles as ethical global citizens, carrying our values forward to help reduce suffering and increase equality. The new academic year will bring challenges, but challenges help us grow. The year will also bring exciting new opportunities. Here at UWest you will make new friends with people from cultures and faiths from around the world. You will take classes with faculty who are experts in their fields and be supported by a dedicated team of service providers. From our experienced faculty to the dedicated advisors, from the Success Center to the Library and Residence Halls, we are here to serve our students and alumni as well as our local and global communities. Please join us as we fulfill the vision of our founder and those who have contributed to our success. Dr. Minh-Hoa Ta University President University of the West 2020-2021 President's Message 5 Academic Calendar 6 Fall 2020 - Summer 2021 University oftheWest FALL SEMESTER t August 17 – December 13, 2020 SPRING SEMESTER t January 11 – May 16, 2021 SUMMER SESSION 1 t June 1 – August 8, 2021 AUG 14 Residence Hall Opens for Fall 2020 JAN 8 Residence Hall opens for Spring 2021 MAY 28 Residence Hall Opens for Summer 2021 AUG 17 Fall 2020 Semester Begins Summer 2021 Session 1 Begins - JAN 13 Spring 2021 Semester Begins MAY 31 AUG 17 – 22 UDays: New Student Orientation Week JAN 13 – 15 UDays: New Student Orientation Week Degree AUG 17 EPT & Assessment Testing JAN 13 EPT & Assessment Testing JUN 2 – JUN 4 UDays: New Student Orientation 2020-2021 AUG 20 Continuing Students JAN 14 Continuing Students: JUN 2 EPT & Assessment Testing Last Day to Pay for Fall 2020 Last Day to Pay for Spring 2021 JUN 3 Continuing Students: AUG 21 Continuing Students JAN 15 Continuing Students: Last Day to Pay for Session 1 $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect JUN 4 Continuing Students: AUG 24 Fall Classes Begin JAN 18 MLK Day: Campus Closed $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect AUG 28 New Students JAN 19 Spring Classes Begin JUN 7 Summer Degree Classes Begin Last Day to Pay for Fall 2020 JAN 22 New Students: JUN 11 Last Day to Change Schedule AUG 29 New Students Last Day to Pay for Spring 2021 JUN 11 New Students: $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect JAN 23 New Students: Last Day to Pay for Session 1 SEP 4 Add/Drop Closes: $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect JUN 12 New Students: Last Day to Change Fall Schedule JAN 30 Add/Drop Closes: $100 Late Payment Fee in Effect Last Day to Apply for QE & Defense Last Day to Change Spring Schedule JUN 19 Residence Hall Opens for Session 2 SEP 7 Labor Day: Campus Closed Last Day to Apply for
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