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2020-2021 Catalog STEVENSON UNIVERSITY ONLINE Stevenson University| 1 Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ...................................................................................... 1 Stevenson University ................................................................................ 5 Academic Continuity Policy, Notice of Nondiscriminatory ... 5 Academic Calendar ................................................................................... 5 President’s Letter ........................................................................................ 7 The Stevenson Approach ....................................................................... 8 About Stevenson ........................................................................................ 8 Academic Coursework ............................................................................. 8 Applied and Experiential Learning ..................................................... 8 The Stevenson Career Connection .................................................... 8 Stevenson Ideals ......................................................................................... 8 History of Stevenson University .......................................................... 9 Accreditations ........................................................................................... 12 Life at Stevenson ..................................................................................... 13 Student Life ................................................................................................ 13 SUO Student Success Resources ..................................................... 18 Student Rights and Responsibilities .............................................. 19 Student Grievance Procedure ........................................................... 19 Campus Resources and Services ..................................................... 19 The Wellness Center .............................................................................. 22 The University Pandemic Plan .......................................................... 23 Admissions ................................................................................................. 24 Online Bachelor's Degree Programs .............................................. 24 General Admissions Policy .................................................................. 24 Admissions Procedures and Processes ........................................ 24 Readmission and Reinstatement ..................................................... 31 Credit for Prior Learning ...................................................................... 32 Financial Information ............................................................................. 34 Costs .............................................................................................................. 34 Financial Aid .............................................................................................. 39 Academic Information .......................................................................... 49 SEE: The Stevenson Educational Experience .............................. 49 The SEE Student Learning Goals and Outcomes .................... 49 Stevenson Intercultural Knowledge and Competency (IKC)50 University Degree Requirements ..................................................... 50 FERPA: Notice to Students ................................................................. 58 Undergraduate Fields of Study ........................................................ 64 Undergraduate Courses ....................................................................... 77 Graduate Fields of Study ..................................................................... 97 Graduate Courses................................................................................. 113 Certificate Options - Post-Baccalaureate ................................. 131 Directory ................................................................................................... 138 Board of Trustees of Stevenson University ............................. 138 Office of the President ...................................................................... 138 Academic Affairs ................................................................................... 138 Enrollment Management .................................................................. 139 Financial Affairs ..................................................................................... 139 Human Resources ................................................................................ 139 Marketing and Digital Communications ................................... 139 Student Affairs ....................................................................................... 139 University Advancement ................................................................... 139 2| Stevenson University Stevenson University Online Catalog Emeriti ........................................................................................................ 139 Schools of the University ................................................................. 140 Faculty ........................................................................................................ 141 President's Advisory Council .......................................................... 155 Academic Advisory Boards .............................................................. 156 Directory ................................................................................................... 138 Index ........................................................................................................... 163 ADDENDUM Veterans Benefits Transition Act of 2018 – Section 103 April 16, 2021 Stevenson University adheres to the Veterans Benefits Transition Act of 2018 – Section 103. We will allow an individual to attend or participate in a program of education if the individual provides the school with a Certificate of Eligibility. The individual is entitled to all services offered at the University. Stevenson University| 3 4| Stevenson University Stevenson University Online Catalog STEVENSON UNIVERSITY ONLINE CATALOG Stevenson University| 5 Stevenson University Academic Continuity Policy, Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy and Catalog Disclaimer ACADEMIC CONTINUITY POLICY The University sets forth and upholds standards and policies and prioritizes the integrity of the academic experience. In the event that temporary adjustments must be made to the policies or processes included in the Catalog, information will be posted to the Registrar’s Office Page on the SU Portal and shared with students via the Office of the Registrar. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY Stevenson University admits students of any race, color, sex, religion, and national or ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges, programs, benefits, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, disability, and national or ethnic origin in the administration of its education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other university-administered programs. The University is committed to providing all students with an educational environment free of bias, discrimination, intimidation, or harassment. In this regard, Stevenson University complies with all relevant federal, state, and local laws. The University also complies with all applicable laws and federal regulations regarding prohibition of discrimination and accessibility on the basis of age, disability, veteran status, or otherwise. CATALOG DISCLAIMER Stevenson University reserves the right to add, revise, or drop programs and courses; to implement new policies and procedures; and to change published calendars as it deems necessary. The information contained in this catalog is accurate as of the date of publication; however, Stevenson University reserves the right to add, revise, or modify its contents when necessary. Such changes, which will appear in the online catalog, will be applicable to all students who are enrolled at the time the changes occur. The online version of the Stevenson catalog is the governing version, and students should refer to the SU website for the most up-to-date information. CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 443-352-4030 Toll free: 877-531-7118 Fax: 443-352-4440 Email: [email protected] Website: stevenson.edu/online CATALOG PUBLICATION DATE August 15, 2020 Academic Calendar This calendar is subject to change as Stevenson complies with all public health and safety guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Academic Calendar: Fall 2020 to Summer 2021 Online and Hybrid Undergraduate and Graduate Programs Fall 2020 Aug. 31 - Dec. 20 Fall 2020 semester (20FSEM) Aug. 31 - Oct. 25 8 week 1 (20F8W1) 6| Stevenson University Stevenson University Online Catalog Sept. 7 Labor Day - University closed Sept. 28 Yom Kippur - University closed Oct. 26 - Dec. 20 8 week 2 (20F8W2) Nov. 2 Spring registration begins Nov. 26 - 27 Thanksgiving holiday - University closed Dec. 24 - 25 Christmas holiday - University closed Dec. 31 - Jan. 1 New Year's holiday - University closed Winterim 2021 Jan. 4 Winterim begins Jan. 18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - University closed Jan. 24 Winterim ends Spring 2021 Jan. 25 - May 16 Spring 2021 semester (21SSEM) Jan. 25 - March 21 8 week 1 (21S8W1) March 22 - May 16 8 week 2 (21S8W2)