Undergraduate Programs 2016–2017 MARIST COLLEGE 2016 – 2017 Undergraduate Programs
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MARIST Undergraduate Programs 2016–2017 MARIST COLLEGE 2016 – 2017 Undergraduate Programs QUESTIONS regarding admissions and information about Marist College may be directed to the Office of Admission, Marist College, 3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601. The telephone number is (845) 575-3226. E-mail: [email protected] WWW: http://www.marist.edu COMMUNICATION WITH THE COLLEGE MAILING ADDRESS: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MARIST COLLEGE Transcripts 3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601-1387 Office of the Registrar Payment of Bills TELEPHONE NUMBER: Office of Student Financial Services (845) 575-3000 Career Counseling/Placement Center for Career Services Individual inquiries should be addressed to the following: Veterans Office of the Registrar PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS Cross-Registration Admission to Freshman Class or for Advanced Standing Office of the Registrar Office of Undergraduate Admission Public Relations Financial Aid for Freshmen Director of Public Information Office of Student Financial Services Gifts or Bequests Academic Programs Vice President for Advancement Appropriate Dean Alumni Affairs Graduate Programs Director of Alumni Affairs Director of Graduate Admission Security/Automobiles Transfer Procedure Director of Safety and Security Office of Undergraduate Admission Courses for High School Seniors Marist College does not discriminate in the admission process or Director of School-College Programs in the awarding of financial aid on the basis of race, color, sex, Credit for Life/Work Experience religion, or disability. School of Professional Programs Housing Marist College reserves the right to make program, regulation, Director of Residence Life date, and fee changes at any time without prior notice. The College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information in this CURRENT STUDENTS catalog at the time of publication. However, certain statements Financial Assistance for Current Students contained in this catalog may change or need correction. For Office of Student Financial Services additional information, please refer to the Marist College web On-Campus/Off-Campus Employment pages at www.marist.edu. Center for Career Services Housing Director of Residence Life Graduation Requirements Office of the Registrar Prolonged Absence from Class Director of The Center for Advising and Academic Services Leave of Absence Director of The Center for Advising and Academic Services Withdrawal from College Director of The Center for Advising and Academic Services Withdrawal from a Course Office of the Registrar Readmission to College Office of the Registrar Student Activities Director of College Activities 2 Communication with the College CONTENTS COMMUNICATION WITH THE COLLEGE 2 UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2016-2017 3 GENERAL INFORMATION 8 Marist College Mission 8 Values Statement 8 Excellence in Education 8 A Sense of Community 8 A Commitment to Service 8 Introduction to Marist 8 History 8 The IBM/Marist Joint Study 9 Membership and Approval 9 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 9 Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity 10 Academic Facilities 10 Academic Grants 12 Alumni 12 ACADEMIC SERVICES 13 Academic Technology and eLearning 13 The Writing Center 13 Special Studies and Programs 13 Teacher Education 19 Student Academic Affairs 19 Community Services 20 CAMPUS LIFE 22 Student Activities 22 Student Programming Council (SPC) 22 Residence Living 22 Recreation 22 Student Government, Clubs, and Organizations 23 Student Services 23 Office of Safety and Security 25 ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE 26 Admission to the Freshman Class 26 International Students 26 Early Decision 26 Early Action 26 Regular Decision 26 Matriculation Policy 26 Transfer Students and Transfer of Credit Policy 26 Proficiency Examinations 27 Credit For Demonstrable Knowledge Gained From Life/Work Experiences 27 Credit for Coursework at Other Institutions 27 Pursuing a Second Degree 27 Citizenship Requirements 27 ACADEMIC POLICIES 28 Student Responsibility 28 Contents 3 The Academic Calendar 28 Academic Advisors 28 Registration 28 Credits Within a Semester 28 Auditing 28 Course Withdrawal and Course Changes 28 Declaring or Changing a Major 28 Minors 29 Attendance Policy 29 Grading System 29 Academic Honesty 30 Academic Standards 30 Academic Standing 30 Exiting the College with Intention of Returning 32 Leave With No Intention of Returning 32 Readmission to the College 32 Transcript of Record 32 Application for Graduation 33 Participation in Graduation Ceremony 33 Graduation Requirements 33 Statement of Requirements for Minors and Certificates 33 Course Codes 33 Index of Programs 34 SCHOOLS 35 School of Communication and the Arts 35 School of Computer Science and Mathematics 36 School of Liberal Arts 37 School of Management 38 School of Science 39 School of Social and Behavioral Sciences 40 School of Professional Programs 41 PROGRAMS OF STUDY 42 The Core/Liberal Studies Curriculum 42 Accounting 44 African Diaspora Studies Minor 47 American Studies 48 Applied Mathematics 50 Art and Digital Media 53 Athletic Training 60 Biology 63 Biology Education 66 Biomedical Sciences 68 Business Administration 70 Catholic Studies Minor 74 Chemistry 75 Cognitive Science Minor 83 Communication 84 Computer Science 89 B.S./M.S. Program in Computer Science/Software Development 93 Criminal Justice 95 Economics 97 Education 100 English 105 Environmental Science & Policy 112 Fashion Design 120 Fashion Merchandising 123 4 Contents French 129 Games and Emerging Media 131 Global Studies Minor 135 History 138 Honors in Core/Liberal Studies 142 Hudson River Valley Regional Studies Minor 143 Information Technology and Systems 144 Data Center Facilities Management Associate and Professional Certificates 148 B.S./M.S. Program in Information Systems 148 Italian 148 Jewish Studies Minor 150 Latin American/Caribbean Studies Minor 151 Liberal Studies 152 Liberal Studies Major 153 Mathematics 154 Mathematics Education 156 Media Arts 158 Medical Technology 163 Medieval and Renaissance Studies Minor 166 Music 167 Paralegal Program Certificate 169 Philosophy 170 Physical Education 173 Political Science 174 Psychology 177 Public Administration Concentration 181 Public History Concentration 182 Public Opinion Concentration 182 Public Praxis Minor 183 Religion 183 Sociology and Social Work 186 Spanish 188 Women’s Studies Minor 191 Course Descriptions 192 FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION 284 Statement of Fees 284 Financial Aid 285 State Aid Programs 287 Federal Aid, Grants, & Loan Programs 289 The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program 291 Private Loan Program 292 Marist College Programs 293 Other Scholarships 293 Endowed Scholarships 293 New Scholarship Opportunity in Support of Volunteerism 294 General 294 Incoming Freshmen 295 Major Fields of Study 296 Geographic Region 299 Specific Criteria 300 BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2016–2017 301 FACULTY 305 Contents 5 UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2016-2017 (TRADITIONAL 15-WEEK SEMESTER) (*All other Sessions — see Registrar for Dates and Deadlines*) FALL 2016 AUGUST 27 Saturday Freshmen and transfer resident students arrive on campus according to schedule. 28 Sunday Returning resident students arrive on campus according to schedule. Orientation for New Students. 29 Monday FALL 2016 SEMESTER BEGINS FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Day & Evening classes begin: Late Registration. 29 Monday – Course Change period. September 2 Friday SEPTEMBER 2 Friday Last day for course changes (5 P.M.). Half tuition after this date. 5 Monday Labor Day. No Classes Held. 12 Monday Last day to register for elective credit internships by 5 P.M. 16 Friday No tuition refund after this date (5 P.M.). OCTOBER 3 Monday P/NC option due by 5 P.M. 14-16 Friday – Mid-Semester break. Sunday 17 Monday Classes resume. Midterm grades due by 12:00 P.M. (noon). 31 Monday Undergraduate & Graduate graduation applications due in Registrar’s Office for 1/16 candidates by 5 P.M. 31 Monday Last date for dropping courses without penalty of WF grades by 5 P.M. NOVEMBER 24 Tuesday **MODIFIED CLASS SCHEDULE NO EVENING CLASSES All Tuesday DAY classes meet during their normal time except: • Tuesday 11 A.M. classes do NOT meet • Tuesday 3:30 P.M. classes do NOT meet These Wednesday classes WILL meet on Tuesday, 11/22: • Slot 5, Wed. 8 A.M. classes meet at 11 A.M. • Slot 12, Wed. 2 P.M. classes meet at 3:30 P.M. 22 Tuesday Residence Halls close at 7:00 P.M. 23-27 Wednesday – Thanksgiving holiday. No classes held. Sunday 27 Sunday Residence Halls open at 10 A.M. 28 Monday Classes resume. 28 Monday Undergraduate & Graduate graduation applications due in Registrar’s Office for 5/16 candidates by 5 P.M. 6 Academic Calendar DECEMBER 9 Friday Last day of Fall 2016 classes. 12-16 Monday – Final Exam Period. Friday 16 Friday Residence Halls close at 5:00 P.M. 22 Monday Final Grades due at 5:00 P.M. WINTER SESSION 2017 Dates to be determined. When determined, the dates will be published on the Marist website at: http://www.marist.edu/academics/calendars.html SPRING 2017 JANUARY 16 Monday Residence Halls open at 10:00 A.M. 17 Tuesday Spring Semester begins, Day & Evening classes held. 17-23 Tuesday – Course change period. Monday 20 Friday Deadline for grade changes & resolving incompletes for Fall 2016 (5 P.M.) 23 Monday Last day for course changes (5 P.M.). Half tuition refund after this date. 23 Monday Last date for resolving incompletes & grade changes for Winter 2017. FEBRUARY 6 Monday Last day to register for elective credit internships by 5 P.M. 6 Monday No tuition refund after this date. 20 Monday P/NC Option due by 5 P.M. MARCH 10 Friday Residence Halls close at 5:00 P.M. 11-19 Saturday– SPRING RECESS. Sunday 14 Tuesday Midterm grades due by 12:00 P.M. (noon). 19 Sunday Residence Halls open at 10:00 A.M. 20 Monday Classes resume at 6:30 P.M. 27 Monday Last date for dropping courses without penalty of WF grade by 5 P.M. APRIL 4 Tuesday Assessment Day. No Classes. 12 Thursday No Evening Classes 14-16 Friday– Easter Holiday Sunday 17 Monday Classes resume at 6:30 P.M. MAY 5 Friday Last Day of Spring 2017 classes.