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Graduate Bulletin 2004-2005

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AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY BULLETIN, (USPS 072-040) is published yearly by Austin Peay State University, P.O. Box 4548, Clarksville, TN 37044: Volume 74, No. 1, July 2004. Periodicals postage paid at Clarksville, TN. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY BULLETIN, AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY, ELLINGTON HALL, CLARKSVILLE, TN 37044-4548. AP398/05-04/3.5M/Von Hoffmann Graphics/St. Louis, MO

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The University is also a member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The University is a member of the following associations: The UniversityAmerican Associationis a member of of Colleges the following for Teacher associations: Education AmericanAmerican Association Association of Colleges of State for Colleges Teacher and Education Universities AmericanAssociation Association for Field of State Services Colleges in Teacher and Universities Education AssociationConference for Field of Southern Services Graduate in Teacher Schools Education ConferenceCouncil of of Southern Colleges Graduateof Arts and Schools Sciences CouncilCouncil of Colleges of Graduate of Arts Schools and Sciences CouncilNational of Graduate Association Schools of Graduate Admissions Professionals NationalTennessee Association College of AssociationGraduate Admissions Professionals TennesseeTennessee College Conference Association of Graduate Schools Tennessee Conference of Graduate Schools Austin Peay State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to the education of a non-racially identi- fiableAustin student Peay State body. University APSU affirms is an equalthat it opportunity does not discriminate employer committed based on race,to the color, education religion, of a national non-racially origin, identi- sex, sex- fiableual student orientation, body. age, APSU disability affirms orthat veteran it does status not discriminatein the educational based programs on race, color, or activities religion, which national it operates, origin, norsex, in sex- admis- ual orientation,sion to or employment age, disability in orsuch veteran programs status or in activities. the educational programs or activities which it operates, nor in admission to orAPSU employment adheres in to such the requirementsprograms or activities. of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational AmendmentsAPSU adheres of to 1972, the asrequirements amended, Sectionsof Title VI799A and and VII 946of the of theCivil Public Rights Health Act of Service 1964, TitleAct, theIX ofAge the Discrimination Educational Act Amendmentsof 1975, the of 1972,Rehabilitation as amended, Act ofSections 1973, Americans 799A and 946with of Disabilities the Public ActHealth of 1990, Service Executive Act, the Orders Age Discrimination 11246 and 11375 Act and of 1975,the relatedthe Rehabilitation regulations Actto each. of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Executive Orders 11246 and 11375 and the relatedAPSU regulations reaffirms to that each. it does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or nationalAPSU reaffirms origin andthat that it does it has not taken discriminate affirmative in actionemployment on behalf based of minoritieson race, color, and womenreligion, as sex, prescribed age, disability by the orEqual nationalPay Actorigin of 1963,and that as amended, it has taken Title affirmative VII of the actionCivil Rights on behalf Act of of 1964, minorities as amended, and women Executive as prescribed Orders 11246 by the and Equal 11375 as Pay Actamended, of 1963, Age as amended,Discrimination Title inVII Employment of the Civil Rights Act of Act1967, of as1964, amended, as amended, the Rehabilitation Executive Orders Act of 11246 1973, and as amended, 11375 as the amended,Americans Age Discrimination with Disabilities in EmploymentAct of 1990, Act the of Vietnam 1967, as Eraamended, Veterans’ the RehabilitationReadjustment ActAssistance of 1973, Actas amended, of 1974 andthe the AmericansPregnancy with Discrimination Disabilities Act Act of of 1990,1978. Alsothe Vietnam see University Era Veterans’ Affirmative Readjustment Action Philosophy Assistance in STUDENT Act of 1974HANDBOOK and the AND PregnancyCALENDAR. Discrimination Inquiries Act regarding of 1978. these Also seeacts University may be directed Affirmative to theAction Director Philosophy of Affirmative in STUDENT Action, HANDBOOK Browning ANDBuilding CALENDAR.Room 151, Inquiries telephone regarding (931) 221-7572. these acts may be directed to the Senior Advisor to the President for Diversity, Affirmative Action, and Legal Affairs, Browning Building Room 151, telephone (931) 221-7572.

Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Accreditationthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Austin Peay State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges Austin Peay State Universityand Schools is accredited(1866 Southern by the Lane, Commission Decatur, onGeorgia, Colleges Telephone of the Southern number 404-679-4501)Association of Colleges to awardand certificate, Schools (1866 associate, Southern bachelor’s, Lane, Decatur, master’s, Georgia, and educational Telephone specialist. number 404-679-4501)Inquiries to the Commission to awardon certificate, Colleges shouldassociate, only bachelor’s, be related master’s, to accreditation and educational status and specialist. not to general Inquiries admission to the Commission information. on Colleges should only be related to accreditation status and not to general admission information. ennis Center The Center for Extended & Distance Education, 106 Public Square* 106 Public Education, & Distance Extended for Center The Center) (Child Learning Sexton TRUC Trahern WH Center University Morgan on map. shown not *Off-campus location White House SSCSH Complex Science Sundquist SX Shasteen TC T ARMBR Armory CEH Browning CH Building Harvill CL Castle Heights CX Clement DU Claxton EL Dunn Center EH Ellington EH Hill) at Emerald Alumni Center Hill (Pace Emerald FCC Hill Apartments Emerald HH at Ft. Campbell* APSU Center KB Hall Harned LB Kimbrough ML Library) (Woodward Library MX Miller Hall MC Marks MCR McCord MH McReynolds MMC Red Barn) (The Health Memorial PS Communication Music/Mass Building names and abbreviations

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Table of Contents

Directory of Correspondence ...... 3 Home Page ...... 4 University Calendar ...... 5 University Vision Statement ...... 8 University Mission Statement ...... 8 University History ...... 8 University Accreditation ...... 9 Centers of Excellence ...... 9 Chairs of Excellence ...... 10 Art Galleries ...... 10 Woodward Library ...... 11 University Housing ...... 11 Student Services ...... 12 Student Life ...... 14 Code of Student Conduct ...... 17 Confidentiality of Student Records ...... 17 University Liability ...... 18

COLLEGE OF GRADUATE STUDIES ...... 19 Graduate Vision Statement ...... 19 Graduate Mission Statement ...... 19 Admission to Graduate Studies ...... 19 General Academic Information ...... 23 Credit and Course-Related Matters ...... 23 Course Registration/Dropping and Withdrawal ...... 24 Grades - Related Information ...... 25 Research Requirements ...... 27 Residency, Candidacy and Degree Completion ...... 29 Graduate Fees and Expenses ...... 30 Fee Discounts ...... 31 Payments and Refunds ...... 32 Financial Aid and Scholarships ...... 34

GRADUATE PROGRAMS AND DEGREES ...... 42 Graduate Degrees and Academic Programs ...... 43 College of Arts and Letters ...... 44 Department of Communications and Theatre ...... 44 Department of Languages and Literature ...... 49 Department of Music ...... 52 College of Professional Programs and Social Sciences ...... 59 Department of Health and Human Performance ...... 69 Department of Psychology ...... 73 College of Science and Mathematics ...... 80 Department of Biology ...... 80 Additional Graduate Courses ...... 85 Appendix A ...... 91 Administrative Officers ...... 93 Tennessee Board of Regents ...... 93 GRADUATE FACULTY ...... 94 INDEX ...... 100 Campus Map (inside back cover) APSUGradBulletin000-108 6/9/04 10:18 AM Page 3

Directory of Correspondence

Academic Affairs (931) 221-6236 Graduate Admissions and Readmissions (931) Bruce W. Speck, Vice President for Academic 221-7661 Affairs Kay Wadia, Coordinator

Academic Probation (931) 221-7121 Graduate School (931) 221-7414 Sheila M. Bryant, Registrar Charles A. Pinder, Dean of the College of Graduate Studies Affirmative Action (931) 221-7572 Richard Jackson, J.D, Director of Affirmative Action Housing and Residence Life (931) 221-7444 Joe Mills, Director of Housing and Residence Life Alumni (931) 221-7979 Sheila Boone, Director Alumni & Annual Giving, Human Subjects Research Review EH (931) 221-7881 ?—---—-, Manager of Grants and Sponsored Book and Supply Store (931) 221-7655 Programs Deborah Johnson, Manager of Book and Supply Store International Education (931) 221-6246 Karen Sorenson, International Education Business Office (931) 221-7671 Phyllis Whittaker, Director of Accounting Services Intramural Recreation (931) 221-7564 George Harris, interim Director of Intramural Child Learning Center (931) 221-6234 Recreation Rena Miller, Director of Child Learning Center Public Relations and Publications Counseling and Testing Center (931) 221-6162 (931) 221-7459 Barbara Blackston, Director of Counseling and Dennie Burke, Executive Director of Public Testing Center Relations and Marketing

Disability Services (931) 221-6230 Public Safety (931) 221-7786 Beulah Oldham, Director of Disability Services Eric Provost, Director of Public Safety

Extended/Distance Education (931) 221-7779 Registration and Transcripts (931) 221-7121 or Stanley L. Groppel, Executive Director AP Talk (931) 221-7000; Fax (931) 221-6264 Sheila M. Bryant, Registrar Finance and Administration (931) 221-7883 Mitch Robinson, Vice President for Finance and Student Activities (931) 221-7431 Administration Blanche Wilson, Director of Student Life

Financial Aid (931) 221-7907 Student Affairs (931) 221-7341 Donna Price, Director of Student Financial Aid Barbara Phillips, Vice President for Student Affairs

Fort Campbell (931) 221-1400 or Student Development Center (931) 221-6242 (270) 798-7415 Diane Berty, Dean of Student Development Gerald R. Beavers, Executive Director of APSU Center at Fort Campbell A. R. Boyd Health Services (931) 221-7107 Diane Berty, Health Services Gov’s Card (931) 221-6617 Andy Kean, Director of University Center Suspension Appeals Operations Charles A. Pinder, Dean of the College of Graduate Studies APSUGradBulletin000-108 6/9/04 10:18 AM Page 4

Teacher Education and Licensure Voice Response (931) 221-7000 (931) 221-7696 AP Talk, voice response options including: regis- Phil Roberson, Director, of School of Education tration, fee payment, transcripts and inquiry to admissions, assessment (AAPP), financial aid, University Center Operations ( 931) 221-6617 grades, housing and veteran services. Andy Kean, Director of University Center Operations *All addresses, except Fort Campbell, are: Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN Veterans Affairs (931) 221-7907 37044. Wanda Welker, Associate Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs University Home Page: www.apsu.edu APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 5

UNIVERSITY CALENDAR 2004 FALL SEMESTER, MAIN CAMPUS July 30 ...... Last day to accept applications from new or readmitted students Aug. 24 ...... Last day for pre-registered students to pay fees Aug 27 ...... Residence Halls Open Aug 29 ...... Last day to claim Residence Hall assignment; Last day to receive 100% refund Aug 30 ...... Classes begin Aug 30-Sept 3 ...... Late Registration; Drop/Add Sept 3 ...... Last day to add a class Sept 6 ...... Labor Day Holiday Sept 12 - 14th day ...... Last day to drop without record; Last day to receive 75% refund Oct 4 ...... Last day to receive 25% Oct 11 ...... Last day to drop with an automatic “W” Oct 15 ...... Mid-term Oct 18-19 ...... Fall Break - No Classes Nov 18-19 ...... Priority Advising and Pre-registration for Spring 2005 semester for currently enrolled students Nov 11 ...... Veteran’s Day - No Classes Nov 12 ...... Last day to drop before the mandatory grade of “F” period Nov 25-28 ...... Thanksgiving Holiday - University Closed Dec 8 ...... Last day of classes Dec 9 ...... Study Day Dec 10-16 ...... Final Exams Dec 17 ...... Commencement: 3:00 p.m.

SPRING 2005 SEMESTER, MAIN CAMPUS Dec 17 ...... Last day to accept applications from new and readmitted students Jan 14 ...... Residence Halls Open Jan 16 ...... Last day to claim Residence Hall assignment Jan 17 ...... Last day to receive 100% refund; MLK Holiday Jan 18 ...... Classes begin Jan 18-21 ...... Drop/Add; Late Registration Jan 21 ...... Last day to add a class Jan 31 - 14th day ...... Last day to drop without record; Last day to receive 75% refund Feb 21 ...... Last day to receive 25% refund Mar 1 ...... Last day to drop with an automatic “W” Mar 4 ...... Mid-term Mar 7-13 ...... Spring Break Mar 25 ...... Good Friday - No Classes Apr 4-15 Priority Advising and Pre-registration for Summer and Fall 2005 semesters for currently enrolled students Apr 8 ...... Last day to drop before mandatory grade of “F” period Apr 27 ...... Last day of classes Apr 28 ...... Study Day Apr 29, May 2-5 ...... Final Exams May 6 ...... Commencement: 2:00 p.m. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 6

MAY SESSION 2005, MAIN CAMPUS Apr 29 ...... Application Deadline May 16 ...... Classes Begin; Drop/Add; Last day to add a class May 18 ...... Last Day to Drop Without Record May 20 ...... Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” May 30 ...... Memorial Day - University Closed June 3 ...... Last Day of Classes; Final Exams

SUMMER I 2005 SEMESTER, MAIN CAMPUS May 20 ...... Last day to accept applications from new and readmitted students May 28 ...... Residence Halls Open June 3 ...... Registration June 5 ...... Last day to receive 100% refund June 6 ...... Classes Begin June 6-7 ...... Drop/Add June 7 ...... Late Registration; Last Day to Add a Class June 12 -14th Day ...... Last Day to Drop Without Record; Last day to receive 75% refund June 16 ...... Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” June 23 ...... Last Day to Drop before the mandatory grade of “F” period July 4 ...... Independence Day - University Closed July 8 ...... Last Day of Classes; Final Exams

SUMMER II 2005 SEMESTER, MAIN CAMPUS July 1 ...... Last day to accept applications from new and readmitted students July 10 ...... Last day to receive 100% refund July 11 Registration; Classes Begin; Last day to Drop/Add; Late Registration; Last Day to Add a Class July 17 -14th ...... Day Last Day to Drop Without Record; Last day to receive 75% refund July 22 ...... Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” July 29 ...... Last Day to Drop before the mandatory grade of “F” period Aug 11 ...... Last Day of Classes; Final Exams

FULL SUMMER 2005 SEMESTER, MAIN CAMPUS May 20 Last day to accept applications from new and readmitted students; Residence Halls Open June 3 ...... Registration June 5 ...... Last day to receive 100% refund June 6 ...... Classes Begin June 6-7 ...... Drop/Add June 7 ...... Late Registration; Last Day to Add a Class June 19 -14th ...... Day Last Day to Drop Without Record; Last day to receive 75% refund July 21 ...... Last Day to Drop with an Automatic “W” July 28 ...... Last Day to Drop before the mandatory grade of “F” period Aug 11 ...... Last Day of Classes; Final Exams APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 7

7 University Community APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 8

VISION STATEMENT Centers of Excellence in the Creative Arts and Austin Peay State University, as a community Field Biology, as well as Chairs of Excellence, proof learners focusing on the academic, aesthetic vide unique learning opportunities. Both the and personal development of its students, main campus and the Austin Peay Center at Fort aspires to become nationally recognized as an Campbell serve a diverse student body with excellent comprehensive liberal arts university complete academic programs. Off-campus and that contributes significantly to the intellectual, distance learning facilities offer curricula to economic, social and cultural life of the region. expand the reach of the university to populations not easily served on traditional campuses. The MISSION STATEMENT University enriches the traditional instructional Austin Peay is Tennessee’s designated com- program through close interaction with the sur- prehensive liberal arts institution and it supports rounding community. The University provides and promotes an atmosphere that is unusual at a programs, services and facilities that contribute public university. In ways similar to those of a pri- significantly to the intellectual, economic, social vate institution, Austin Peay nurtures learning and cultural development of the region. and personal growth through small classes, close Austin Peay remains committed to the edu- student/faculty interaction and personal attention cation of a non-racially identifiable student body by the support staff. The University respects the and promotes diversity and access without regard voice and value of every member of its learning to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, dis- community. Students, faculty and staff from ability or veteran status. throughout the world enrich the liberal arts experience. This rich variety of thought and life expe- HISTORY rience fosters a deeper understanding of our own Austin Peay State University is located on an and other cultures. urban campus that for over 190 years; has been Undergraduate programs in the liberal arts used for educational purposes. Following is the and sciences and in pre-professional and profes- chronology of the institution’s history. sional programs are the nucleus of the University. Curricula promote critical thinking, communication Rural Academy ...... 1806-1810 and information skills, leadership and a commit- Mt. Pleasant Academy ...... 1811-1824 ment to lifelong learning. The liberal arts core pro- Clarksville Academy ...... 1825-1848 vides for students a broad, multicultural founda- Masonic College ...... 1849-1850 tion in literature, the arts, history, mathematics and Montgomery County Masonic the natural and behavioral sciences. Graduate College ...... 1851-1854 programs serve the needs of the region and pro- Stewart College ...... 1855-1874 vide advanced experiences for students preparing Southwestern Presbyterian for doctoral studies. The graduate programs University ...... 1875-1925 demand a superior level of academic achievement requiring scholarship, independent judgment, The University began as Austin Peay Normal academic rigor and intellectual honesty. School when it was created as a two-year junior The educational experience is complement- college and teacher-training institution by an Act ed and expanded through creative use of tech- of the General Assembly in 1927. It was named in nology, interdisciplinary programs, team teach- honor of Governor Austin Peay, who was serving ing, cooperative learning, community service, his third term of office when the school was estab- international programs and collaborative lished. Limited in purpose and resources initial- research between faculty and students. Co-cur- ly, the school gradually grew in stature over the ricular experiences provide each student with years to take its place among the colleges and resources and guidance that enhances academic universities under the control of the State Board success, further career goals and promote intel- of Education. lectual and personal growth. The University pro- In 1939, the State Board of Education author- vides programs to help students clarify values, ized the school to inaugurate a curriculum leading develop physical well-being, work independent- to the Bachelor of Science degree. The degree ly and collaboratively and participate in shared was first conferred on the graduating class at the governance. 1942 Spring Convocation. By Act of the Tennessee APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 9

Legislature of February 4, 1943, the name of the ondary principals and supervisors, school coun- school was changed to Austin Peay College. In selors and school psychologists are also accredit- 1951, the State Board authorized the College to ed by the National Council for the Accreditation confer the Bachelor of Arts degree and in 1952, to of Teacher Education at the master’s degree level. offer graduate study leading to the degree of The University is an accredited institutional Master of Arts in Education. At the November member of The National Association of Schools of 1966 meeting, the State Board of Education con- Music. For additional undergraduate program ferred university status to the College, effective accreditations, see the inside front cover of this September 1, 1967. In February 1967, the State BULLETIN. Board of Education authorized the University to Accreditation assures that the student is confer the Master of Arts and the Master of enrolled at an institution approved by the Science degrees. In 1968, associate degrees were region’s accrediting associations. Credits earned approved. The State Board of Education relin- at Austin Peay State University may be submitted quished its governance of higher education insti- to other accredited institutions of higher learning tutions to the Tennessee State Board of Regents and be accepted, if they are appropriate to the in 1972. In 1974, the Tennessee State Board of designated curriculum. Accreditation also means Regents authorized the Bachelor of Fine Arts and that the degree earned at the University is fully the Education Specialist Degrees. In 1979, the recognized throughout the nation. Bachelor of Business Administration degree was approved as a replacement for traditional B.A. CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE and B.S. degrees in various fields of business. In Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts 1979, the Bachelor of Science in nursing degree Office of Enrichment Programs was approved. In 1983, the State Board of Dr. George L. Mabry, Director Regents approved the Master of Music degree for Music/Mass Communications Bldg. Room 166 Arts in Education and Master of Music Education. P.O. Box 4625 During its history, eight presidents and three Phone: (931) 221-7643 or email at [email protected] acting presidents have served the institution: The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts coordinates with the Departments of Art, John S. Ziegler ...... 1929 - 1930 Languages and Literature, Music, Communication Philander P. Claxton ...... 1930 - 1946 and Theatre to sponsor a wide variety of activities Halbert Harvill ...... 1946 - 1962 and study programs to promote APSU’s mission Earl E. Sexton (acting) ...... Sept. - Dec. 1962 as the Liberal Arts University for the State of Joe Morgan ...... 1963 - 1976 Tennessee. The Center builds upon the existing Robert O. Riggs ...... 1976 - 1987 creative arts, faculty and a history of creative proj- Oscar C. Page ...... 1988 - 1994 ects and performances of distinctive quality. The Richard G. Rhoda (interim) . . .July - Oct. 1994 Center commissions artists of regional, national Sal D. Rinella ...... 1994 - 2000 and international reputation to create works of art Sherry Hoppe (interim) .Feb. 2000 - Jan. 2001 presented by participants in the Center (i.e., fac- Sherry Hoppe ...... January 2001 - Present ulty, students, visiting artists). Presentation of these new works and other works of historical ACCREDITATION value take the form of musical productions, The educational program of Austin Peay State recitals, concerts, theatre performances, creative University is fully accredited by the Commission writing, poetry readings and exhibitions of visual of Colleges and Schools of the Southern art in traditional and expanded environments. Association of Colleges and Schools, the agency Curricular activities sponsored by the Center which establishes national accreditation by reci- include classes, lectures, workshops, seminars, procity at the regional level. In addition, the master classes, public school outreach and sym- teacher-preparation programs of the University posia focusing on the various arts disciplines and are accredited by the National Council for the interdisciplinary nature of the arts for undergrad- Accreditation of Teacher Education for the prepa- uates, graduate students and members of the ration of elementary and secondary teachers community. Regionally, nationally and interna- through the master’s degree level. Professional tionally recognized authors, musicians, artists, preparation programs for elementary and sec- actors and teachers are brought to the Center as APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 10

artists-in-residence. An outreach program takes Foundation Chair of Excellence in Free the Center’s activities to the local community and Enterprise state, developed through touring projects and The chair holder serves on a one-year artists-in-the school programs. Guest artists and appointment in one of the following areas: eco- faculty work in conjunction with local school dis- nomics, management or marketing. This position tricts to implement the artist-in-the-schools pro- brings a variety of individuals with special expert- gram. The Center sponsors faculty research in the ise to the campus to enrich the educational expe- creative arts, with research being defined as rience of students, faculty and individuals in the scholarly and creative achievement. The Center business community. funds undergraduate scholarships and graduate assistantships for students in the creative arts. Harper-Bourne Chair of Excellence in Business The chair holder serves on a tenure-track Center of Excellence for Field Biology appointment in the areas of accounting, finance, Office of Enrichment Programs business law or management information sys- Dr. Andrew N. Barrass, Director tems. This chair holder exercises leadership in a Sunquist Science Building D-128 continuous effort to enhance the development of P.O. Box 4718 students, faculty and the business community. Phone: (931) 221-7782 The center of Excellence for Field Biology, Lenora C. Reuther Chair of Excellence in administered in the Department of Biology, Nursing brings together scholars and students from vari- The chair holder will provide expertise in ous biological disciplines to conduct research on scholarly and creative activities, in grant writing biotic inventories, community structure, rare, and in faculty publishing research. threatened, endangered species and environmental assessment. The Center provides ART GALLERIES research assistantships for undergraduate and Trahern Gallery of Art graduate students to acquire hands-on experi- The Trahern Gallery is located in the Margaret ence in field biology under the mentorship of Fort Trahern Art and Drama Building. Each year practicing professionals. Opportunities are pro- the gallery hosts the Annual Student Art vided for area science teachers to engage in sum- Exhibition, as well as exhibits featuring regional, mer research projects which enhance their pro- national and international artists. Gallery hours: fessional skills. Faculty from other universities 9a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10a.m. - who are provided appointments as senior 2p.m., Saturday; and 1p.m. - 4p.m., Sunday. research fellows, collaborate with Center principal investigators and interact with students while Gallery 108 undertaking significant research activities in the Gallery 108 is located on the ground floor of Center. Faculty from the Biology Department the Trahern Building. Each semester this gallery holds research appointments in the Center to hosts the senior exhibits, featuring works by grad- pursue research projects. uating art majors. Hours vary with each exhibit. Contact the Department of Art at (931) 221-7333, CHAIRS OF EXCELLENCE for more information. Roy Acuff Chair of Excellence in the Creative Arts Mabel Larson Art Gallery The Chair was established in 1986 and named The Mable Larson Gallery is located on the in honor of the late country music legend Roy first floor of Harned Hall. Opened officially in Acuff. This chair brings nationally and interna- 1994, this gallery features selections from the tionally renowned artists/scholars to the Austin APSU permanent art collection. Gallery hours: Peay campus for semester-long residencies in the 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. arts, alternating annually among the four areas of art, creative writing, music and theatre with which APSU students can study and work. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 11

FELIX G. WOODWARD LIBRARY UNIVERSITY HOUSING Named in honor of a former Austin Peay State The University has accommodations for University Professor and Dean of the Faculty, the approximately 1,400 students. Single students Felix G. Woodward Library was built in 1969 and are housed in residence halls, generally two to a renovated in 1986. Consisting of three floors, the room, or Meacham Apartments and Hand Village, Library has a seating capacity of 500. The print four to an apartment, under the supervision of a collection numbers 333,000 including books, spe- professional and student staff. Also available for cial collections, periodicals and federal govern- campus housing are Two Rivers Apartments. ment documents. The collection also includes These apartments are reserved for any junior, 3,400 full-text electronic periodicals, 18,600 e- senior, or graduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or books, 6,800 audio-visuals and 633,000 micro- higher and no formal disciplinary record. forms. Felix G. Cat, the Library’s online catalog, Regulations governing certain aspects of student provides access to all the books, periodicals, conduct are prescribed for all students living in audio-visuals and selected government publica- residence halls or apartments. tions in the Library. Interlibrary loan services, All resident students provide their own bed which permit students and faculty to borrow linens, towels, telephone and other personal materials from other libraries throughout the accessories and are responsible for the care and United States, are also available. cleaning of their own rooms. Laundry facilities are Austin Peay students and faculty have onsite available in all residence halls. Cable and tele- and remote access to numerous Internet and phone service are provided. One and two-bed- other electronic resources and databases via the room apartments are available for married stu- Library’s homepage: http://library.apsu.edu. The dents, single parents with dependent children or Library has 18 InfoStations to access databases non-traditional students. and the Internet, as well as a fully-equipped Application for University Housing should be Library Instruction and Computer Room (LICR) made with the Office of Housing/Residence Life, with 24 networked-computers. LICR computers located on the first floor of Miller Hall; at the same are available for student access when not in use time application for admission to the University is for Library Instruction. made. A room reservation deposit of $100.00 Professionally-trained librarians provide ref- must accompany the request for room reserva- erence service, both in person and online, teach tion. This deposit is refundable pending no con- Bibliographic Instruction classes independently tract violation, damages to room or apartment or and in collaboration with other faculty, and rein- outstanding University balance. force classroom learning by assisting students Housing contracts are renewed annually. with doing research and teaching them the infor- Please refer to Housing License Agreement for mation literacy skills they need to become life- refund policies and deadlines. long learners and function well in the workplace and in an information-rich society. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 12

STUDENT SERVICES Web Address: www.apsu.edu/student_affairs/; www.apsu.edu/records/

AP WEB CHILD LEARNING CENTER Students may register, pay fees, obtain The Child Learning Center is available to chil- grades, order student transcripts and obtain dren of students, staff and faculty at APSU. The information on admissions, financial aid, housing children must be at least six weeks old. The cur- and veteran’s services by accessing AP WEB at riculum is multi-faceted, developmentally appro- https://www.apweb.apsu.edu/. priate, hands-on, discovery learning, play based, child-centered and challenging. Fall, Spring and REGENTS ONLINE DEGREE Summer hours are 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Care is PROGRAM (RODP) provided Monday through Friday. No child will Advisor: Ms. N. Matthews be denied admission on the basis of handicap- Location:106 Public Square ping condition, race, color, religion, sex or nation- Phone: (931) 221-1373 al origin. For more information, contact the Child e-mail: [email protected] Learning Center at (931) 221-6234. website: www.apsu.edu/regentsdegree/ Tennessee Board of Regents’ colleges, uni- DISTANCE EDUCATION versities and technology centers offer the Distance Education enables the University to Regents Online Degree Programs (RODP). APSU reach beyond the traditional campus via online, is on e of six TBR universities that delivers and two-way interactive video, videotape and off- awards the noted Masters degrees. Courses com- campus on-site courses. Graduate online courses pleted in the Regents Online Degree Programs are offered each term with the number of offer- are entirely online and transferable among all the ings increasing each term. APSU is also a partici- participating institutions. pant in the Tennessee Board of Regents online These degrees and courses will be offered in degree and the Army online initiative. an interactive, asynchronous format. That means Information about the schedule and location you can access your classes anytime of the day of distance education classes may be obtained and anywhere via the internet. Advising, library by contacting the Distance Education office at services, student support, and other forms of stu- (931) 221-1014, visiting the Web page: dent assistance will also be available online. http://www.apsu.edu/ext ed/distant ed/index.htm Students will have technical support 24 hours a or by referring to the SCHEDULE OF CLASSES day, 7 days a week. each term. CAREER SERVICES MULTICULTURAL PROGRAMS The Career Resource Center is located on the AND SERVICES main floor of the Morgan University Center. The Multicultural programs and services are Career Resource Center provides a variety of infused throughout various offices at Austin Peay services and programs to assist students and State University. These programs and services alumni in their pursuit of career related employ- provide activities, scholarships, counseling, men- ment or admission to graduate school. These toring, tutoring, workshops, social interactions services and programs include resume develop- and special events for students from various cul- ment, placement credentials, career-related job tures. The goal of these efforts is to increase the fairs, on-campus job recruitment, full-time/part- retention and graduation rate of students of color, time job listings, and career and graduate school to include, but not limited to Native Americans, resource materials. Additionally through the Asian/Pacific Islanders, African Americans and Career Resource Center web site students and Hispanics by connecting with, caring for and com- alumni will find information and links to job list- municating with undergraduate and graduate stu- ings, career planning and placement, graduate dents and by creating a campus climate of schools, and other career-related materials. respect and tolerance. For more information, contact the Office of Student Affairs at 221-7341. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 13

PUBLIC SAFETY – CAMPUS POLICE Students with ambulatory disabilities are APSU Campus Police is open 24 hours a day encouraged to visit the campus prior to enroll- and is located in the Shasteen Building. Officers ment and assess the physical environment for patrol the campus by automobile, bicycle and on accessibility. For more information, students foot. A security shuttle service is provided during should contact the Office of Disability Services at the evening hours for on-campus. Crime preven- (931) 221-6230/ (931) 221-6278. tion programs, including a program to engrave identification numbers on valuable items, assault HEALTH SERVICES awareness presentations and videos providing The University maintains a health service information regarding methods to prevent crimes, with standards set by The Southern Association of are used on a regular basis. Security escorts are Colleges and Schools. It operates an outpatient also provided as needed. For more information, clinic on the campus, with either a board certified contact Campus Security (931) 221-7786. physician or a nationally certified nurse practitioner available. When closed, students are STUDENT INSURANCE referred to the local hospital emergency room or The University has contracted to provide, on other walk-in ambulatory care clinics. The A. R. a voluntary basis, sickness and accident insur- Boyd Health Services will be closed when the ance. This plan, that includes hospital and acci- University is officially closed and also may close dent benefits, is available to full-time and part- due to staffing availability. time students and their family members at a rea- Illnesses may be treated in the clinic without sonable cost. Students may avail themselves of expense except for medications, laboratory tests, this service during registration. Information may immunotherapy, immunizations and some treat- be obtained from the Student Health Services, ments and procedures. For some illnesses, Ellington Student Services Building, telephone patients may be referred to their family physician (931) 221-7107. or to the staff of consultants and specialists on staff with Gateway Health Systems, a 216-bed STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES medical facility approved by the American APSU welcomes students with disabilities Hospital Association. Medical care obtained off- and is committed to meeting their needs. Major campus is at the patient’s/student’s expense. renovations in the form of ramps or elevators No medical care will be given until a medical have been made to classroom buildings, the history is completed, signed and filed. In addi- library and administrative buildings. Some spe- tion to this initial record, the University reserves cially adapted housing units are available for stu- the right to require additional examinations dents with curb cuts, ramps, etc. Parking for stu- and/or immunizations during any time the students with disabilities is provided at strategic dent is enrolled at the University. Students are locations throughout the campus. encouraged to have health insurance. The APSU’s commitment to and concern for stu- University provides, in concert with the dents with disabilities is further evidenced by a Tennessee Board of Regents, a comprehensive permanent committee designed as the health insurance plan through a private company. Committee for Persons with Disabilities, whose Information as well as applications for enrollment objectives are: is available through the A. R. Boyd Health Services. Develop policies related to the services and Proof of immunization with two doses of activities for students with disabilities, facul- Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccines is ty and staff on campus; Monitor questions rel- required for all students born after 1956. Students ative to procedures and access; Make recom- must furnish documented proof of having immu- mendation directly to the President. nity or having been immunized with two doses of MMR vaccine on or after January 1, 1980, unless This committee, in addition to other contraindicated because of pregnancy, allergy to University personnel, works closely with state a vaccine component or other valid medical rea- agencies, which have programs to help students sons prior to registering for classes. New students overcome difficulties they may encounter on are required to complete a Hepatitis B waiver; campus as a result of their disabilities. and, new resident (staying in APSU University APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 14

housing) students are required to complete a ister their vehicles through the Office of Public meningitis waiver prior to registering for classes. Safety in the Shasteen Building. All vehicles must For additional information, contact the A. R. Boyd display proper parking decal and must be oper- Health Services, telephone (931) 221-7107. ated in accordance with State laws and “University Traffic and Parking Regulation,” dis- ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER tributed by the Office of Public Safety, telephone The Academic Support Center, located in the (931) 221-7787. Morgan University Center lobby, seeks to empower all APSU students to assume responsi- WILBUR N. DANIEL AFRICAN bility for their learning, so that they can meet and AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER perhaps exceed their educational, career, and The Wilber N. Daniel African American personal goals as they transition into, through, Cultural Center located in the Clement Building is and out of the University. By addressing academ- an important University entity dedicated to pro- ic and social concerns through programs such as viding theoretical and practical knowledge about tutoring, supplemental instruction, and interven- the historic and contemporary contributions, tion for those students on academic probation, achievements and social perspectives of African the Academic Support Center staff helps students Americans and other people of African descent. develop and/or enhance skills needed for aca- Its mission includes educating and motivating demic success. All programs and services offered students to be highly aware and appreciative of through the Academic Support Center are the diverse cultures that define the contemporary designed to increase students’ capacity to take world. The Center brings to campus an array of charge of their own self and to become effective outstanding African American and African-world agents for their own lifelong learning and person- scholars, artisans and other professionals whose al development. knowledge and accomplishments greatly enrich and enhance the University life of students, fac- TRAFFIC AND PARKING ulty, staff and members of the broader REGULATIONS Clarksville community. Call (931) 221-7120 for Students who desire to park and/or drive more information. vehicles on the APSU campus are required to reg- STUDENT LIFE Austin Peay State University believes the and student development philosophies in their educational experience of the student is programs and services. Listed below are some of enhanced through involvement in activities out- the opportunities that are available for students side of the classroom environment. The role and to enhance their educational experience. mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to create an environment conducive to the growth and GREEK ORGANIZATIONS personal development of all students. Fraternities and sororities (women’s fraterni- Specifically, the departments represented in the ties) are student organizations whose primary Division of Student Affairs will provide programs purpose is the personal development of their and services that enhance intellectual, cultural, members, as distinguished from honorary, pro- social, vocational, physical, psychological and fessional, departmental and service fraternities. spiritual growth. These programs and services Membership in a fraternity or sorority is normally are designed to promote a sense of community a lifetime affiliation, and generally students are for a diverse student population. not permitted to be initiated into more than one The Division of Student Affairs is represented fraternity or sorority. in its mission by the following departments: Fraternities and sororities promote intimate Office of Student Affairs, Child Learning Center, relationship bonds of brotherhood and sister- Career Resource Center, Disability Services, hood, and members typically refer to fellow Housing and Residence Life, Intramural members as “brothers” or “sisters.” Traditionally, Recreation, Student Life and Leadership, Student most fraternities and sororities are designated by Development Services and Student Health Greek letters; hence, the organizations and their Services. Each department incorporates human members are often referred to as “Greek organi- APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 15

zations” “the Greek community,” or simply AA non-scholarship), basketball, baseball, golf, “Greeks.” tennis and cross country and women’s teams in Fraternities and sororities typically have ritu- volleyball, basketball, tennis, cross country, rifle, als and creeds that promote the ideals such as softball and indoor and outdoor track. friendship, loyalty, academic achievement and intellectual development, service to the commu- INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION nity and the alma mater, honor and integrity, Austin Peay State University provides its stu- leadership and personal responsibility. Many fra- dents with a host of study abroad programs, ternities and sororities have an indoctrination some of which yield graduate credit. For further and orientation period prior to initiation, and pre- information on programs and scholarships, con- initiated members are commonly referred to as tact the Office of International Education at (931) pledges, associates or associate members, candi- 221-7175. dates, intakes, or new members. INTRAMURAL RECREATION Interfraternity Council The Office of Intramural Recreation sponsors The IFC is an umbrella organization that adminis- activities for all students, faculty and staff of the ters and promotes the local men’s fraternities on University. Presently, the following activities are campus, and acts as a liaison between the being offered with plans to extend the program to University and the fraternities. The IFC currently accommodate student needs and interests: flag consists of 5 men’s fraternities, who each have football, basketball, soccer, softball, racquetball, one voting representative on council. volleyball, frisbee, swimming, track, free-throw The National Pan-Hellenic Council’s purpose contest, tennis and soccer. In addition to these is to promote unity and expose members to the competitive activities, the Intramural Recreation “service for life” philosophy and foster leadership Office supervises open recreational play in the development and scholarship among the divine gym, equipment check-out, exercise room, recre- nine chapters which belong to the NPHC. ational swimming in the pool, aerobic exercise Furthermore, the National Pan-Hellenic Council classes and a jogging-fitness trail. The Intramural provides a forum for participation and interaction Recreation Office has a schedule of available among the members of affiliate organizations and dates and times. the organizations themselves. It provides for a Austin Peay State University and the stronger unified voice and a stronger unified Intramural Recreation Sports Program assume no body. The NPHC currently consists of 2 men’s fra- responsibility or liability for injuries occurring ternities and 4 women’s sororities. The officers of during intramural activities, including team sports executive officers of NPHC are popularly elected and the use of the facilities. Participants are annually by members of each respective organi- strongly urged to consult their physician to deter- zation. mine whether they are physically fit to engage in The Pan-Hellenic Association of Austin Pay intramural recreational activities prior to partici- State University exists to develop and maintain pation. Participants are urged to carry medical fraternity life and interfraternal relations among insurance. the NCP affiliated sororities. Pan-Hellenic, through their all-sorority programming efforts pro- NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION motes superior scholarship, leadership develop- The National Alumni Association of Austin ment and dissemination of information important Peay State University is an organization designed to women in general. The Pan-Hellenic for the purpose of promoting the welfare of the Association is also the coordinating body for University through the development of a program recruitment. The PC currently consists of 3 of mutually beneficial relations between the alma women’s sororities. mater and its alumni. The association was founded in 1936 and INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS became a national association in 1990. Its mem- Austin Peay State University competes at the bership consists of graduates, current and former National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I students and friends of the University. It is gov- level in the Ohio Valley Conference. The athletic erned by a Board of Directors elected from its department sponsors men’s teams in football (I- membership. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 16

The mission of the organization is to serve the pus organizations and activities. Information con- University by providing an association for interac- cerning the newspaper may be obtained from the tion among alumni, students, faculty and admin- Office of Student Publications. istrators and to encourage financial support for the academic programs, student scholarships and The Tower – “The Red Mud Review” general development of the University, as well as The literary review is published annually by to provide assistance in the recruitment of new students under the supervision of the students. The headquarters of the APSUNAA and Department of Languages and Literature. Its pur- the Alumni Relations office is located in the pose is to promote and stimulate interest in cre- Emerald Hill Alumni Center. ative writing; it provides students interested in the art of writing an opportunity to acquire expe- STUDENT GOVERNMENT rience in creative writing and to achieve satisfac- ASSOCIATION tion in seeing their work in print. The purposes of the SGA are to expand and promote interest in student life, to facilitate expres- HONORARY AND PROFESSIONAL sion of student opinion, to help define student ORGANIZATIONS responsibilities, and to foster, in every manner These organizations recognize and honor stu- possible, student character, initiative and leader- dents for their academic achievements, leadership. The executive officers of the SGA consist of ship qualities and service. Membership offers the president, vice-president and the secretary, students the opportunity to associate and all of whom are elected and take office in the interact with others who have similar goals and spring of each year. interests. The legislative branch, the Senate, embraces Alpha Epsilon Rho a membership of popularly elected senators Communication Arts majors: promotes under- drawn from each college. The judicial branch, the standing of communication industries. Student Tribunal, consists of a selected chief jus- tice and eight appointed justices who remain in Alpha Psi Omega office until they resign or discontinue their stud- Interested students: recognizes distinguished ies at the University. The Student Tribunal serves service in theatre performance. as the highest student court; it hears student appeals of parking violations. Some members Phi Delta Kappa serve on the University Hearing Board and hear Graduate education students, qualified educa- cases involving violations of University tors: requires academic achievement; promotes Regulations. This organization is advised by the research, service and leadership. Office of Student Affairs. Phi Kappa Phi STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Juniors, seniors, graduate students, and faculty: Approximately 90 honors, professional, re-quires superior academic achievement in all departmental, social, service and special interest disciplines; encourages academic excellence. groups are available to Austin Peay students. Information on these organizations and member- Phi Mu Alpha ship requirements is maintained in the Office of Men Music majors: requires academic achieve- Student Life and Leadership. The missions, activ- ment; encourages creativity, performance, educa- ities, programs and expressed opinions of such tion and research. organizations do not necessarily represent the official viewpoint or opinion of the University. Pi Nu Spanish students: requires academic achieve- STUDENT PUBLICATIONS ment; promotes interest in Hispanic and Spanish The All State culture and literature. The University newspaper, edited by students with the assistance of an advisor, is a publi- Psi Chi cation for the expression of student opinion and a Psychology majors: advances the science of medium for dissemination of timely news of cam- psychology; encourages excellence in scholarship. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 17

Sigma Alpha Iota procedures, institutional disciplinary measures Women Music majors: requires academic shall be imposed for conduct which adversely achievement; advances scholarship and encour- affects the University’s pursuit of its educational ages participation. objectives, which violates or shows a disregard for the rights of other members of the academic com- Fred Bunger Memorial Award munity, or which endangers property or persons This award is given to an outstanding graduate on University or University-controlled property. student in the School of Education. The student When students are unable to pursue their is selected annually by the department faculty on academic work effectively, when their behavior is the basis of scholarship and service in the field of disruptive to the normal educational process of education. the University, or when it is detrimental to them- This award was established in 1979 by the selves or others, due to drug and/or psychological Department of Education in memory of Dr. Fred disturbance, they may voluntarily withdraw, be Bunger, Chair of the department from 1968 to involuntarily withdrawn or be temporarily sus- 1978 and was financed by friends from the pended from the University. University community and alumni. The University Academic and Non-Academic Grievance Policies are designed to afford stu- CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT dents a due process opportunity for expressing APSU students are citizens of the community, their complaints. These policies are published in state, nation and academic community. They are, the STUDENT HANDBOOK AND CALENDAR. therefore, expected to conduct themselves as such at all times. Admission to the University car- CONFIDENTIALLY OF STUDENT ries with it special privileges and imposes special RECORDS responsibilities apart from those rights and It is the policy of the Tennessee Board of duties enjoyed by non-students. In recognition Regents and Austin Peay State University to com- of the special relationship that exists between the ply with the Family Educational Rights and institution and the academic community which it Privacy Act (FERPA-”Buckley Amendment”) and, seeks to serve, the Tennessee Board of Regents in so doing, to protect the confidentiality of per- (TBR Policy 3:02:00:01) has authorized the sonally identifiable educational records of stu- Presidents of TBR institutions to take such action dents and former students. The student has the as may be necessary to maintain campus condi- right of access, right to request amendment and tions and preserve the integrity and educational right to file a complaint concerning his/her educa- environment of the institutions. tion records as outlined in APSU policy. Pursuant to this authorization and in fulfill- Appointments to review education records are ment of its duty to provide a secure and stimulat- scheduled through the Office of the Registrar at ing atmosphere in which individual and academ- least 48 hours in advance. Except as provided by ic pursuits may flourish, the University has devel- the policy, the University may disclose directory oped the Code of Student Conduct, APSU Policy information to any person requesting it without 3:013, contained in the STUDENT HANDBOOK the consent of the student. Directory information AND CALENDAR, which is intended to govern includes the student’s name, address, telephone student conduct at Austin Peay State University. number, e-mail address, date and place of birth, In addition, students are subject to all national, major field of study, participation in officially rec- state and local laws and ordinances. If a student’s ognized activities and sports, weight and height violation of such laws or ordinances also adverse- of members of athletic teams, dates of atten- ly affects the institution’s pursuit of its education- dance, enrollment status, degrees and awards al objectives, the University may enforce its own received and the most previous educational regulations regardless of any proceedings institut- agency or institution attended by the student. ed by other authorities. Conversely, violation of The University provides each student the oppor- any section of the Code of Student Conduct may tunity to refuse to allow disclosure of designated subject a student to disciplinary measures by the directory information through The Student Affairs institution whether or not such conduct is simulta- Office on the Main Campus and the Office of neously violative of state, local or national laws. Enrollment Services at the APSU Center at Fort Generally, through appropriate due process Campbell. The student will be given this oppor- APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 18

tunity at the beginning of each academic term. All claims should be filed with the Tennessee Annually, students are informed of their rights Claims Commission. Forms for such claims may through the STUDENT HANDBOOK AND CALEN- be obtained in the University Affirmation Action DAR. A complete copy of the policy shall be Office. made available upon request at the Office of Members of the University faculty and staff Student Affairs (free of charge) and the University may not be held liable unless personal negli- library (at a nominal per-sheet charge). gence occurs. DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS UNIVERSITY RIGHTS AND COMMUNITIES The University shall have such rights and AMENDMENTS ACT responsibilities as are necessary and desirable All currently enrolled students are required for the University to achieve its purposes. The to read the University’s Drug-Free Schools and Tennessee Board of Regents specifically confirms Communities Amendments Act Statement. This the following rights of the University: statement outlines policy, legal sanctions (feder- 1. To establish regulations concerning the use al, state and university), health risks and assis- and abuse of University property and to tance programs related to the use of alcohol assess students with claims of damage for and/or other drugs on the Austin Peay State uni- such abuse; versity campus. The statement is in the STU- 2. To withhold grades and transcripts of credit DENT HANDBOOK AND CALENDAR or may be until all claims have been paid; obtained from the Office of the Dean for Student 3. To dismiss, in the absence of specific regula- Development. tions, any student at any time for cause deemed by the University to be in the best SMOKING AND CLEAN AIR interest of the student’s emotional or physi- APSU promotes an environment free from cal safety or the well-being of the University tobacco by-products in buildings and vehicles community; where students, faculty and staff are working, con- 4. To establish standards of dress, manners and ducting seminars, research, discussions, etc., and conduct on the campus within the range of at the same time recognize the right of those who convention and good taste; choose to smoke (see STUDENT HANDBOOK 5. To establish traffic regulations on campus, AND CALENDAR). provide for registration of all vehicles using the campus and enforce such regulations, as STUDENT RIGHT TO KNOW ACT are established. Automobile Restrictions: All Statistics for all crimes are publicized and cars to be parked on campus must be regis- distributed to employees and students on an tered with the Office of Public Safety; annual basis, in the time frames required by 6. To control and regulate the housing of stu- Federal/State law and are available to applicants dents, both on-campus and off-campus; for enrollment or employment upon request from 7. To establish or institute honor systems and the Office of Public Safety/ Campus Police. For ethical practice codes; information on the law and University policy and 8. To supervise the scheduling of meetings and statistics, contact the Office of Institutional activities of student organizations and Planning and Analysis, telephone (931) 221-6184. 9. To enter, inspect and search for contraband, stolen articles and such in the room of any UNIVERSITY LIABILITY student in University-owned housing facili- Austin Peay State University is not responsi- ties, when probable cause is established. ble for bodily harm and/or death to participants in any voluntary organizations or activities, The above list is not intended to be all-inclu- including voluntary athletics, intramural recre- sive and in no way limits the rights, responsibili- ation, hiking, karate, judo, skydiving, or other ties and authority that the University now has. It activities in which risk is incurred. Austin Peay is simply a reiteration of some of the rights, State University, as an agency of the state of responsibilities and authority, which have been Tennessee, is not liable for claims resulting from and are now vested in it. injury and/or death incurred in such participation. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 19

19 College of Graduate Studies GRADUATE VISION STATEMENT MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS The College of Graduate Studies, by promot- ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ing the discovery, integration application and dis- Admission to any Austin Peay State University semination of knowledge at the graduate level, master’s program is based on a careful review and strives to provide all students it serves with an evaluation of a complete application for admis- opportunity to achieve their full potential as pro- sion that includes the following credentials. fessionals and scholars. I. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, showing: GRADUATE MISSION STATEMENT A. That a bachelor’s degree has been As an advocate for quality graduate educa- earned, tion within the University and beyond, the B. The cumulative grade point average College of Graduate Studies encourages mutual- (GPA) attained, and ly supportive graduate instruction and research in C. Undergraduate preparation and a variety of student-centered settings. licensure appropriate to the graduate program selected. ADMISSION TO GRADUATE II. Official transcripts from all colleges and STUDIES universities attended, for all graduate course All applicants for graduate admission will work completed. apply to the College of Graduate Studies. III. Official scores on the General Test of the Applications must be submitted to the Office of Graduate Records Examination (GRE) on the Admissions, P.O. Box 4548, Clarksville, TN verbal and quantitative sections of the exam 37044. You can also apply online at that are not more than five years old. (See https://apweb.apsu.edu. A non-refundable, one- page 21 for specific program requirements time application fee of $25 is required for all new that may apply to GRE scores). APSU code applicants. Admission to graduate study permits for GRE is 1028. Another test may be the student to enroll in graduate courses for required or accepted by some departments. which he or she is prepared, but does not imply Please review specific departmental require- that the applicant will be approved as a candi- ments in this bulletin. date for a degree. Applicants to the Department IV. Two letters of recommendation from former of Psychology must be formally accepted by college professors and/or university instruc- the department before they can enroll in any tors verifying that the applicant has demon- courses. Students who do not enroll for a Fall or strated evidence of the ability to do graduate Spring semester must re-apply for admission. All level academic work successfully. If one or students born after 1956 are required to submit more college/university professors are not proof of two doses of Measles, Mumps and available, students may provide a letter from Rubella immunizations (see page 13). Applicants someone (i.e., supervisor) who can verify the who have earned a Master’s Degree and reap- applicant has the ability to complete gradu- plied for admission to a Master’s Degree Program ate course work successfully. (See page 21 for may request exemption from re-taking the GRE. specific program requirements related to Applicants interested in a graduate assistant- these recommendations.) Any exceptions ship must apply for admission and submit their should be requested through the depart- Application for Graduate Assistantship to the mental Graduate Coordinator. College of Graduate Studies by March 1 for the V. All military personnel (active duty and veter- Fall semester (see page 37). Application may be ans) must submit the following documents as found in the back of the Graduate Bulletin. appropriate: APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 20

Branches Documents Needed Research Council regarding provisional Air Force Community College of the admission are final and may not be Air Force transcript or DD appealed. Students granted provisional Form 295 admission status must maintain a minimum Army AARTS transcript or DD Form cumulative GPA of 3.0 during the initial nine 295 graduate semester hours completed at Austin National Guard AARTS transcript of NGB Peay State University. For students admitted Form 22 provisionally, failure to maintain a 3.0 cumu- Marine Corps ITSS MATMEP or SMART lative GPA during the first nine semester Reserves Enlisted contract 4-1 or 4-2 hours of graduate coursework results in sus- or DD Form 2586 pension from the graduate program. Navy DD Form 295 or SMART III. Conditional status may be granted to an Veterans DD Form 214 Member Copy applicant who is ineligible for provisional 4 with characterization of admission. In consultation with the depart- service (Retired or ment that agrees to allow a conditionally Discharged) admitted student to enroll in specified courses, the Dean of the College of Graduate CATEGORIES OF ADMISSION Studies stipulates conditions of the student’s DEGREE SEEKING admission, to which he/she will be required I. Regular admission status will be granted to to agree in writing. Conditional admission applicants who have met all entrance decisions made by the college, are final and requirements prescribed by the College of may not be appealed. Students admitted Graduate Studies, the department and the conditionally must maintain a minimum program to which they apply. (See page 21 cumulative GPA of 3.0 during the initial 15 for specific program requirements.) The min- graduate semester hours completed at Austin imum requirements for regular admission Peay State University. Compliance with all established by the College of Graduate established conditions enables students to Studies: (1) a calculated score of 600, based be upgraded to regular admission status. For upon the cumulative GPA (2.5 minimum students in the conditional admission status, required) attained on undergraduate course- failure to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 work taken as part of the bachelor’s degree, during the first 15 semester hours of gradu- times 100, plus the score attained on the ver- ate course work results in suspension from bal section of the GRE and (2) a calculated the Graduate program. score of 600, based upon the cumulative GPA attained on undergraduate coursework taken NON-DEGREE SEEKING as part of the bachelor’s degree, times 100, (Limited to nine graduate semester hours, unless plus the score attained on the quantitative specified below.) section of the GRE. I. Unclassified status may be granted to appli- II. Applicants who do not meet the require- cants who desire to enroll in graduate studies ments for regular admission may seek provi- for reasons other than to seek a degree. With sional admission status. Provisional admis- the approval of a department, students who sion decisions are made in accordance with change their minds and decide to pursue a guidelines approved by the Graduate and degree while they are in the unclassified sta- Research Council. These decisions are based tus, may apply up to nine acceptable gradu- on the cumulative GPA in undergraduate ate semester hours toward that degree. coursework, the GPA in either the last two Admission to the Graduate College must be years or the upper-division credits of the sought and attained prior to the completion bachelor’s degree and the total of the scores of more than nine semester hours in order for attained on the verbal and quantitative sec- those credits to be applied toward a degree. tions of the GRE. The combined total should Applicants who have been denied regular, equal 1200. Provisional admission denials provisional or conditional graduate admis- may be appealed to the Graduate Research sions are ineligible to enroll in courses as an Council. Decisions made by the Graduate unclassified student. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 21

II. Undergraduates Taking Graduate Credits. academic standing from the Graduate Dean A. Senior I status is for graduating APSU at the other institution must be secured by a students who are within nine hours of student prior to granting him/her transient completing baccalaureate requirements, admission at Austin Peay. with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and satisfactory scores on the GRE as prescribed by EDUCATION SPECIALIST the intended graduate program. PROGRAMS ADMISSION Students admitted to this status are eligi- REQUIREMENTS ble to hold a graduate assistantship. Admission to the education specialist pro- Graduate credits may not be applied to gram is based on an application for admission the bachelor’s degree. and the following minimum credentials: B. Senior II status is for APSU students who I. An official transcript from a college or univer- are within 21 hours of completing a bac- sity showing: calaureate degree with a minimum cumu- A. That the master’s degree has been lative GPA of 2.75. Students may register earned, for only one graduate class per term, B. A minimum graduate cumulative GPA of reapply for each subsequent semester 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and and are not eligible to hold a graduate C. Academic preparation and licensure assistantship. Graduate credits may not appropriate to the graduate program. be applied to the bachelor’s degree. II. An official transcript from each college or C. Selective Admission (Psychology) – university for all graduate course work, Seniors may enroll in graduate level psy- if applicable. chology courses and apply the credit to III. Official scores on the General test of the their undergraduate degree. These stu- Graduate Record Examination with minimum dents must have completed 24 hours of 350 verbal and 350 quantitative scores. (See undergraduate credit in psychology, a page 21). APSU code for GRE is 1028. minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, a mini- IV. Three letters of recommendation in support mum GRE of 400 verbal and 400 quanti- of the applicant from faculty members who tative, completed all necessary course taught courses within the student’s master’s prerequisites and approval of the psy- degree program. (See page 21). chology department chair. The credit for V. All military personnel (active duty and veter- the course may not be counted toward a ans) must submit the following documents as graduate degree. appropriate: Refer to page 20 for documents III. Post-Masters status is for applicants with a needed. master’s degree or above who are not seeking another degree. No credit limitation PROGRAMS WITH SPECIFIC applies to the post-masters status. Students ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS must submit an official copy of their transcript Students applying to one of the following showing the Master’s degree to clear admis- degree programs must also meet specified sion. Students enrolled in post-masters admission requirements. study may enter the Educational Specialist degree program by meeting all regular EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES admission requirements for the Ed.S. (M.A.Ed) Students may only utilize credit that is six or Applicants for the Master of Arts in less years old at the time of completion of the Educational Leadership Studies must have: (1) a Ed.S. (Applicants for a teaching endorsement calculated score of 650, based upon the cumula- in Educational Leadership Studies should tive GPA attained on undergraduate coursework refer to “Programs with Special Admission taken as part of the bachelor’s degree, times 100, Requirements”, see page 21.) plus the score attained on the verbal section of IV. Transient Status is granted for applicants the GRE and (2) a calculated score of 650, based enrolled in graduate programs at other col- on the cumulative GPA attained on undergradu- leges or universities who wish to take courses ate coursework taken as part of the bachelor’s at APSU for transfer credit. A letter of good degree, times 100, plus the score attained on the APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 22

quantitative section of the GRE or a minimum part of the bachelor’s degree, GRE scores that combined calculated score of 1300. Two profes- total a minimum of 800 with a minimum verbal sional letters of recommendation in letter format and quantitative score of 350 each and three let- for admission to the Educational Leadership ters of recommendation from school administra- Studies degree program from two school admin- tors. Upon written request and approval by the istrators must be sent to the Austin Peay State College of Education, applicants for the non- University Licensure Office; ATTN: Mary Kay licensure option may substitute letters of recom- Feinberg; P.O. Box 4428; Clarksville, TN 37044. mendation from graduate faculty members. Copies of these letters will be used to clear the admission of the student to the College of Counseling School Concentration Graduate Studies. Applicants for the Ed.S. Concentration in Community or School Counseling must have a MUSIC (M.Mu.) minimum graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0, GRE Applicants for the Master of Music degree scores that are no more than five years old with a must take diagnostic examinations in music histo- minimum verbal and quantitative score of 400 ry and theory. These exams will be administered each completed the competency courses, or their by the Music Department at the beginning of the equivalent necessary for licensure as a guidance first term of enrollment. counselor in the state of Tennessee and Psychology Department admission approval. PSYCHOLOGY (M.A.) Any course deficiencies may be made up during Applicants for the Master of Arts in the pursuit of an Ed.S. degree. Applicants to the Psychology will select from three concentrations: Department of Psychology must be formally Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Community admitted by the Department before they can Counseling or School Counseling. The applicant enroll in any courses. must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, based on undergraduate courses taken as part of ADMISSION OF INTERNATIONAL the bachelor’s degree, with at least 18 undergrad- STUDENTS uate hours in psychology, GRE scores that are no The Office of Admissions processes the appli- more than five years old, with a minimum verbal cations of all international students. Before being and quantitative score of 400 each and considered for graduate study at Austin Peay Psychology Department admission approval. State University, the following documents must The applicant will be required to submit three be received for review: references from persons who have knowledge of 1. Completed graduate application, the student’s abilities. Additional hours of under- 2. Application fee, $25.00 payable by credit graduate work in psychology may be required by card, check, or bank draft. the department to overcome academic deficien- 3. Official copies of all transcripts, certificates, cies. The deadline for application for Fall admis- diplomas and degrees (translated to English sion is March 1 and for Spring admission it is and a course-by-course equivalency per- November 1. Later applications will be consid- formed by an educational credential agency), ered based upon openings. Applicants to the showing GPA based on a 4.0 scale and Department of Psychology must be formally Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned. admitted by the department before they can 4. Official acceptable GRE scores (with scores enroll in any courses. on the verbal and quantitative sections meeting the specific requirements), see page 21. EDUCATION SPECIALIST DEGREES (Ed.S.) APSU code for GRE is 1028. Administration and Supervision Concentration 5. Official acceptable TOEFL scores (a minimum Applicants for the Ed.S. Concentration in score of 500 on paper-based test, or 173 on Administration and Supervision and special non- computer based test is required), APSU code degree students seeking endorsement must sub- for TOEFL is 1028. mit official transcripts for all graduate and under- 6. Two favorable letters of recommendation graduate course work, minimum graduate cumu- (from former college and university profes- lative GPA of 3.0, minimum cumulative GPA of sors/instructors verifying that the applicant 2.75 based on undergraduate courses taken as has demonstrated evidence of the ability to APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 23

do graduate level academic work success- 9. Proof of two immunizations with the Measles, fully), Mumps and Rubella vaccines. 7. Financial statement with proof of resources sufficient to pay educational expense (must International students are required to submit be notarized by bank official certifying evidence that they have obtained medical insur- deposit), ance for themselves and any family members 8. Certification of freedom from Tuberculosis who accompany them prior to registration (see and page 13).

GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION

CREDIT AND COURSE-RELATED ACADEMIC TIME STATUS CLASSIFICATION MATTERS AND MAXIMUM LOAD Graduate Hours1 UNIT OF CREDIT Time Status Fall or Spring Summer The University offers instruction and grants Full-Time (F) 8 6 credit on the semester system, with the academ- Three-quarter (T) 6 4 ic year on the Main Campus including Fall and Half-time (H) 4 3 Spring Semester, and Summer Term. One semes- Less than Half-time (L) 3 2 ter hour of credit is equivalent to 1 1/2 quarter hours credit. One quarter hour of credit is equiv- Maximum Load 15 122 alent to two-thirds of a semester hour credit. 1 Graduate students enrolled in undergraduate CREDIT LOAD credits may also refer to Credit load in the The maximum load per semester for full-time Undergraduate Bulletin students who are not graduate assistants is 15 2 Applies to APSU Center at Fort Campbell terms hours of combined credit earned in course work and Main Campus Summer Term and research. Graduate assistants are limited to 12 hours. The minimum number of credits which COURSE OFFERINGS AND may be taken in a semester by a graduate assis- SCHEDULE OF CLASSES tant is eight hours, unless otherwise approved by Courses offered during the Fall and Spring the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies. Semester and Summer Terms, together with the Fully employed students, such as in-service time and place of class meetings and official cal- teachers, will be limited to a maximum of six endar, are published in a SCHEDULE OF CLASS- hours per semester. The Tennessee State Board ES which is distributed before the registration of Education’s rules limiting in-service teacher’s period of each semester. registration state: The University reserves the right to withdraw “Training acceptable for licensure and for any course listed in the SCHEDULE OF CLASSES. salary ratings shall be limited to six hours during any one semester of the school year. However, PREREQUISITES AND COREQUISITES It is the student’s responsibility to check for satis- teachers wishing to exceed six hours of work factory completion of prerequisites and neces- may do so provided prior approval of the local sary corequisites as listed in the BULLETIN. board of education is granted before the Students must have passed or be currently teacher enrolls in classes offered by institu- enrolled in the appropriate prerequisite(s) or tions of higher learning.” meet specified conditions prior to registration. Corequisites are courses in which students must register concurrently.

PROBLEM COURSES The maximum total of semester hour credits allowed for all types of problem courses is six. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 24

INCLEMENT WEATHER REPORTING GRADES FOR COURSES During severe inclement weather the DROPPED University will remain open, classes will be held 1. A student who officially drops a course or and the faculty and staff will be expected to per- withdraws from the university no later than form their normal duties. Unless a modified the last day for withdrawing from a course schedule or an official closing due to catastrophic with an automatic grade of “W” shall be conditions (such as loss of heat, power outage, assigned a “W” (withdrawal) for the course. etc.) is announced over radio or TV broadcasts, all This period during which a student may with- employees are expected to report for work at the draw from the University or drop a course normal times. Should the University close due to with a “W” will usually be five or six weeks catastrophic conditions; certain key personnel after registration. Refer to information listed will still be expected to report to work. in the SCHEDULE OF CLASSES. In cases of severe inclement weather and 2. A student who drops a course after the date hazardous roads, students are to exercise their in (1) and before the mandatory grade of “F” own judgment in making decisions about class date as shown in the University Calendar will attendance. receive a “W” or a grade of “F” or “FA” at the discretion of the instructor. A grade of “F” or COURSE REGISTRATION, “FA” should be given when the student is fail- DROPPING AND ing at the time of withdrawal. WITHDRAWAL 3. Students who officially or unofficially drop courses or withdraw after the mandatory REGISTRATION dates for grades of “F“ shall be given the Students are responsible for the schedule of grade of “F“ or “FA.“ Very limited exceptions courses for which they register, unless they offi- to this rule may be made when the student cially change it. To make an official change in who is not failing the course at the time of the schedules the students must use AP Web or sub- drop or withdrawal, presents to the Dean of mit required forms. This process must be com- the College in which the course is offered, pleted within the required timeframe for acceptable reasons that establish the exis- adding or dropping a course as stated in the tence of unavoidable circumstances for the University Calendar in the SCHEDULE OF drop or withdrawal. The Dean will determine CLASSES publication. if such circumstances exist, and, if so, will then report the findings to the instructor who UNDERGRADUATES REGISTERING IN will make the decision of awarding a “W“, “F“, GRADUATE COURSES or “FA.“ Undergraduates interested in registering in graduate courses must have prior approval of the WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Any student who wishes to withdraw from the must meet minimum requirements as listed in University and drop all courses must file prompt- the GRADUATE BULLETIN on page 21. ly, in the Office of the Registrar, an Application for Withdrawal from the University Form. Refunds DROPPING COURSES will be based on the published schedule and After a student has officially registered for a date the completed withdrawal form is submitted class, the student is considered to be a member to the Office of the Registrar. Students may initi- of the class unless the student officially drops the ate the formal withdrawal process in the Office of class or withdraws from the University. the Dean for Student Development, located in Discontinuing class attendance without officially the Morgan University Center. Failure to officially dropping or withdrawing from the University will withdraw will result in the student’s receiving “F“ be an unofficial withdrawal, and the student will or “FA“ grades in all courses. retain financial obligation. Failure to file a notification on the approved form in the Office of the Registrar will result in the grade of “F” or “FA.” APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 25

GRADE-RELATED INFORMATION CLASS ATTENDANCE AND GRADING THE GRADING SYSTEM At the end of each semester the student’s quality STATEMENT OF POLICY of work is graded by the instructor. The grades The matter of class attendance is in the are indicated by letters, with a four-point system purview of the teaching faculty. Faculty members being used: will inform students of policies applicable to their classes through a syllabus distributed early in Quality Points each semester/term. Per Semester Grade Interpretation Hours of Credit ABSENCE FROM ANNOUNCED TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS A Excellent 4 Students who are forced by circumstances AU* Audit - beyond their control to be absent from B Satisfactory 3 announced tests and examinations should C Unsatisfactory 2 request approval from the instructor. At the dis- D Unsatisfactory 0 cretion of the instructor, the student will receive F Unsatisfactory 0 the grade of “I“, “F“ or “FA.“ FA Failure, absence Related (Unofficial AUDITING OF COURSES Withdrawal) Last An auditor is one who enrolls in a course with- Date of known out expecting to receive academic credit. The Attendance requested 0 same registration procedure must be followed FN Failure, never attended 0 and the same fees are charged as for courses P* Pass, on Pass-Fail - taken for credit. XF* Fail, on Pass-Fail - Audited courses cannot be used toward any I* Incomplete - degree. Audit hours will not be considered part IP* In Progress - of the minimum credits required for full-time W* Withdrew (Not a grade) - enrollment but will be counted in determining overloads. Courses may be audited provided *Not calculated in GPA instructor gives consent to enroll, space is avail- Grades of “A“, “B“, and “C“ carry the appropriate able, and students satisfy any necessary pre- quantity and quality credits. No credit will be requisites. given for the grades of “D“ or “F“ and students will Regular class attendance is expected of an not be allowed to receive a graduate degree with auditor. Auditors are not required to take exami- these grades on their record. Students may nations and do not receive a regular letter grade. repeat one course in which a grade of less than B The student and the instructor should reach a was made. Permission of the Dean of the College precise agreement as to the extent and nature of of Graduate Studies is required. the student’s participation in the course, including class discussion, projects and readings. A suc- GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) cessful audit will be recorded on the transcript The grade-point average (GPA) is deter- with the designation AU. Audited courses may be mined by dividing total quality points earned by repeated for credit. total hours attempted. After the published “Last Day to Add a Course” students may not change their enroll- PASS-FAIL GRADING ment status in a course from credit to audit or Students taking the practicum experience in from audit to credit. psychology or counseling have the option of taking the course on a pass-fail basis. To exercise the INCOMPLETE GRADES option, the student must sign a Pass-Fail Card the A temporary grade of I/IP indicates that a stu- first week of the semester at the Office of the dent has performed satisfactorily in the course, Registrar. but due to circumstances beyond the student’s Students taking the practicum experience in control, was unable to complete the course education take it on a pass-fail basis. requirements. It also indicates that the student APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 26

has received consent from the instructor to com- Academic Suspension plete the work for which an I/IP has been Academic Dismissal assigned. The I/IP grade cannot be used to enable a Students who fail to meet prescribed aca- student to do additional work to raise a deficient demic standards are subject to disciplinary grade. The course will not be counted in the action. Official notification of academic proba- cumulative grade-point average until a final grade tion, academic suspension and academic dis- is assigned. missal is sent to students at the end of the Fall An I/IP must be removed no later than one and Spring semesters, Summer term or Fort calendar year from the time the grade was initial- Campbell term. ly assigned. Time extensions must be submitted At any time a student’s academic perform- and approved by the Dean of the College of ance becomes deficient, he/she is placed on pro- Graduate Studies before the time expires. An I/IP bation. When established standards are met, not removed within the specified time will be probationary status is removed. Two terms of converted to an F, except in courses involving deficient academic performance will result in a theses, field study reports, research project one semester suspension, after which a student is papers, and research literacy papers. A student eligible for readmission. More than two suspen- cannot make up an I/IP by registering and paying sions result in dismissal from Graduate School. for the course again. No student may graduate with an I/IP on their academic record. Good Standing Students are in good standing as long as their PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH AND GRADING cumulative grade point average is 3.0 or higher. Students are expected to maintain satisfacto- Good standing indicates only that the student is ry standards of oral and written English in all of meeting the minimum standard for retention. their courses. The faculty of the University has agreed to accept English usage as a University- Academic Probation wide responsibility. Deficiencies in the use of Students whose cumulative GPA in graduate English will be taken into consideration in assign- courses falls below 3.0 are placed on academic ing course grades, and students who fall below probation. During their next and all subsequent acceptable standards may make low grades or semesters or terms of Graduate School enroll- fail. ment, probationary students must achieve a minimum 3.0 GPA per semester/term. Students GRADE REPORTING remain on academic probation for as long as their Students may obtain their grades through AP cumulative GPA is less than 3.0 Web after each semester/term. Grade reports are not automatically mailed to students. Copies may Academic Suspension be requested through AP Web. Probationary students, whose cumulative GPA is below 3.0 for two consecutive semesters or GRADE APPEAL terms, are suspended. Suspended students may Students may appeal course grades with petition the Graduate Dean for readmission. their instructor within one calendar year from the Accompanying the request must be written sup- date the grade was submitted to the Office of the portive recommendations for readmission from Registrar. Once a degree has been posted to the the student’s graduate committee chair and the transcript, the academic record is deemed com- department chair. The Graduate Dean presents plete and changes will not be made on grades the appeal to the Graduate and Research Council earned prior to the posted degree. Review the for its review and action. Decisions of the Academic Grievance Policy section in the STU- Graduate and Research Council regarding sus- DENT HANDBOOK for appeal procedures. pension are final. Students suspended for the first time may ACADEMIC STATUS AND RETENTION The academic status of a student is denoted not enroll in Graduate School for at least one by one of four conditions: semester following their suspension. The Good Standing University reserves the right to cancel a student’s Academic Probation registration with full refund should the student APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 27

enroll prior to being notified of an academic sus- of “D” or “F” in previous graduate courses may pension. A student on academic suspension from appeal to the graduate dean for consideration Graduate School may not be admitted to, or con- within the CARE (Credentials Analysis and Re- tinue in, any graduate program at APSU for credit Evaluation) Policy. Appeals will be granted only or grade point average. in cases where special circumstances exist. Readmission. After an absence of at least one Courses and grades will remain on the student’s semester, suspended students may request transcript but the grades and hours earned will readmission by appealing to the Dean of the neither be calculated into the GPA nor counted as College of Graduate Studies. The Graduate Dean credit toward a graduate degree. Only one presents the appeal to the Graduate and semester of graduate course work may be Research Council for its review and action. removed from the GPA calculation but all credit Decisions of the Graduate and Research Council earned during that semester will be lost. regarding readmission are final. Upon a second suspension, students seeking STUDENT DUE PROCESS readmission must follow the same procedure Students have the right to due process. If a specified herein, except that the student will student believes their rights have been violated, have been suspended from Graduate School for he/she may appeal that perceived violation to a minimum of one calendar year. the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Judgments at the VPAA level will be made only in Academic Dismissal relationship to procedural matters. All decisions Graduate students with two suspensions made by the Dean of the College of Graduate must maintain a minimum 3.00 GPA each semes- Studies or the Graduate and Research Council ter for the remainder of their academic career or that are substantive in nature, are not subject to be dismissed from Graduate School. appeal at the level of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. CARE POLICY Persons seeking admission to the College of Graduate Studies who have not taken graduate courses for at least six years and who have grades

RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS

RESEARCH PLANS (5000 – 3 hours). Some departments require a To meet research literacy and writing require- research literacy paper. Other departments ments for a graduate degree, the student must administer a comprehensive examination. The select one of the following research plan options. penultimate draft of the research literacy paper All options are not necessarily available in each must be approved by the student’s graduate department. The Tennessee Conference of committee chair or the instructor of the research Graduate Schools’ Guide to the Preparation of course and be submitted to the College of Theses and Dissertations and current literary Graduate Studies no later than three weeks prior and/or research style manuals are to be used to the end of the semester in which the student when completing the graduate research require- expects to complete degree requirements. All ment. All students seeking a master’s degree final research literacy papers must be approved must register for the appropriate research foun- by the graduate dean and will be filed in the dations course the first time it is offered, after College of Graduate Studies office. they are admitted to the College of Graduate Studies. PLAN II (Research Project) PLAN I The student must complete a minimum of 30 (Demonstration of Research Literacy) hours, including the research foundations course The student must complete a minimum of 30 (5000-3 hours) and a research project paper. A hours, including the research foundations course research project proposal must be approved by APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 28

the student’s graduate committee chair and the approved by the graduate dean. It is the stu- Dean of the College of Graduate Studies. The dent’s responsibility to duplicate four copies of penultimate draft of the research project paper the field study report. Information regarding the must be approved by the student’s graduate duplication and binding of field study reports is committee chair and be submitted to the College available in the College of Graduate Studies of Graduate Studies no later than three weeks office. prior to the end of the semester in which the student expects to complete degree requirements. RESEARCH INVOLVING HUMANS All final research project papers must be AND ANIMALS approved by the graduate dean and will be filed All research concerned with human subjects in the College of Graduate Studies office. must be approved by the Austin Peay Institutional Review Board. Most departments PLAN III with graduate programs have representatives on (Thesis) this review board. Forms for submitting human The student must complete a minimum of 30 research proposals and guidance in their prepa- hours, including the research foundations course ration are available in the Office of Grants and (5000-3 hours) and a three or six semester hour Sponsored Programs, located in Room 212 of the thesis. A thesis proposal must be approved by Browning Building and may be obtained from the the student’s graduate committee and the Dean web site. of the College of Graduate Studies. The penulti- All research involving animals must be mate draft of the thesis must be approved by the approved by the University Animal Care and Use student’s graduate committee and be submitted Committee. Departments that conduct animal to the College of Graduate Studies no later than research are represented on this committee. three weeks prior to the end of the semester in Forms for submitting animal research proposals which the student expects to complete degree and guidance in their preparation also are avail- requirements. All final theses must be approved able in the Office of Grants and Sponsored by the graduate dean. It is the student’s respon- Programs, located in Room 212 of the Browning sibility to duplicate four copies of the thesis. Building. Information regarding the duplication and binding of theses is available in the College of CONTINUED ENROLLMENT TO Graduate Studies office. COMPLETE GRADUATE RESEARCH REQUIREMENT PLAN IV There will be an assessment of tuition and (Field Study Report) The student must complete a minimum of 30 fees for the continued enrollment of those gradu- hours beyond a master’s degree, including a four- ate students who have completed all course hour field study. A field study proposal must be work, but not the research literacy component of approved by the student’s graduate committee their degree requirements. During a two-semes- chair and the Dean of the College of Graduate ter “grace period,” tuition and fees will be waived. Studies. The penultimate draft of the field study Summer terms are not considered to be semes- report must be approved by the student’s gradu- ters. Beginning the third semester, students who ate committee chair and be submitted to the have not completed their theses, field study College of Graduate Studies no later than three reports, research project papers, or research liter- weeks prior to the end of the semester in which acy papers will be assessed tuition and fees for a the student expects to complete degree require- one credit hour course each semester until com- ments. All final field study reports must be pletion of the requirement. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 29

RESIDENCY, CANDIDACY AND DEGREE COMPLETION

RESIDENCY FOR ACADEMIC Candidacy packets are available from the PURPOSES College of Graduate Studies office and from aca- The graduate student must earn a minimum demic departments. All forms must be approved of 30 graduate hours to complete a program with by the student’s graduate committee, chair of the at least 23 graduate hours earned at Austin Peay department, dean of the academic college and State University. the graduate dean. RESIDENCY FOR FEE PURPOSES TRANSFER CREDIT A student’s classification for fee purposes is A maximum of nine hours credit earned at made upon admission in accordance with another regionally accredited graduate college of Tennessee Board of Regents regulations (see university may be accepted for transfer with writ- Appendix A page 91). “IN STATE” fees are ten approval by the student’s graduate commit- assessed to Tennessee residents classified “in tee and the Dean of Graduate Studies. To be state,” as well as military personnel, their spous- acceptable, this credit must fall within the time es and dependents stations in Tennessee or at limit governing the completion of requirements Fort Campbell, residents from the Kentucky for the degree and not be used for a previous counties of Christian, Logan, Todd or Trigg (within degree. 30 miles of APSU), and part-time students employed full-time in Tennessee. Appeal of the TIME LIMIT FOR COMPLETING student’s residency classification may be made THE DEGREE before registration by completing the Application The requirements for the degree must be for Residency form and submitting it to the Dean completed within six calendar years from the of the College of Graduate Studies. date of initial enrollment in graduate courses at Austin Peay. This includes all required course ADMISSION TO CANDIDACY work, research and comprehensive examinations. Students admitted to a degree-seeking pro- Appeals to extend time limit for completion of gram must complete the following prior to the the degree are made in writing to the graduate completion of 15 semester hours of graduate dean for review by the Graduate and Research credit. Council. Admission to Candidacy Program of Study and Graduate Committee EARNING A SECOND MASTERS Verification of Certification Status (for DEGREE Education students only) A graduate student who has been awarded one Master’s degree may receive the second Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed) degree Master’s degree by completing only those addi- programs, with the exception of the Special tional courses which are required for that major Education Concentration, requires proof of and recommended by their graduate committee. teacher licensure. All Education Specialist degree They may only utilize credit that is no more than programs (within Education), with the exception six years old at the time of completion of the sec- of Administration and Supervision Non-Licensure ond degree. Specialization, also require proof of teacher licensure. A copy of a valid teaching license, if held, DEPARTMENTAL must be submitted to the College of Graduate COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION Studies at the time admission to candidacy is During the last term in residence, or as other- sought. Students seeking a teaching license while wise specified, the candidate must pass a pursuing the M.A.Ed degree must provide a copy departmental oral and/or written comprehensive of a valid license to the Office of the Registrar examination on all work used to meet the prior to the awarding of the master’s degree. The requirements for degree. The examination is a same is true for students pursuing the Ed.S. test of the candidate’s ability to integrate knowl- degree. edge of the major and related fields, including APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 30

material in the research literacy paper, research least a 3.0 GPA. All applicants for the degree project paper, thesis or field study report. If the must notify the Office of the Registrar in writing performance is unsatisfactory, the candidate may whether they will or will not participate in be reexamined after a minimum of three months Commencement. Students currently enrolled in and before a maximum of twelve months, unless courses that are completed prior to graduate otherwise approved by the Dean of the College of exercises or have only one course to complete in Graduate Studies. The result of the second the Summer term are eligible to participate in the examination will be final. Unanimous agreement May Commencement. by the student’s graduate committee is necessary After the application for degree is filed, the for passing the examination. student’s record is audited against his/her Program of Study; the student will be notified APPLICATION FOR DEGREE AND by the Office of the Registrar of their graduation COMMENCEMENT status. Students must file formal written application for degree with the Office of the Registrar accord- GRADUATING WITH HONOR ing to the published University Calendar at the Graduate students who complete their beginning of the term during the semester of degree with a minimum cumulative graduate GPA completion. Applications for the degree will not of 3.85 or higher will be awarded their degree be accepted from students who do not have at “with honor.”

GRADUATE FEES AND EXPENSES

The following fees are in effect for the 2003- Regents annually sets fees so that approximately 2004 fiscal year. All fees are subject to change. It 70 percent of total cost is paid by the state and 30 is the intent of the state of Tennessee that stu- percent by the student for Tennessee residents. dents classified in-state pay 30 percent of the All fees are subject to change. cost of their education. The Tennessee Board of

REQUIRED FEES Main campus, Off-campus, APSU Center at Fort Campbell and Distance Learning

Registration and maintenance For 10 or more credit hours ...... $2,103 Per credit hour (less than 10 credits)* ...... $222 Per credit hour for Tennessee residents at least 65 years of age and/or permanently disabled (maximum of $75) ...... $75 Additional Charge to Out-of-State Students For 12 or more credits ...... $3,966 Per credit hour (less than 12 credits) ...... $344 Technology Access Fee (APSU @ FC only) For 11 or more credit hours ...... $112.50 Per credit hour (less than 10 credits) ...... $11 General Access Fee for 12 or more credit hours ...... $ 295.00 Per credit hour ...... $ 64.00 first hour + $21.00 per hour for each added hour (General Access Fee for Main Campus & Distance Learning only)

Other required fees for main Campus Only Debt Service Fee Full-Time Students (10 or more credit hours) ...... $137 Part-Time Students (less than 10 credits, per hour) ...... $12 Student Government Fee (per registration) ...... $4 Post Office Box Rental (per semester - if living on campus) (non-refundable) ...... $9 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 31

On-line course fee, per credit hour ...... $27 Science Consumables fee, per lab ...... $15

*Summer fees will be calculated on a per credit charge with no maximum for a full-time student BOARD AND ROOM Board in Cafeteria per semester, estimated ...... $575-823 Family Housing ...... $400-535 Residence Hall Room (double-occupancy per semester) ...... $1,225 Student Apartment (per semester) ...... $1,275-2,150 RETURNABLE DEPOSITS Housing Residence Halls ...... $100 Apartments ...... $100 SPECIAL FEES (Some Required) Application fee if not previously enrolled in the Graduate School (Include with application; non-refundable) ...... $25 Audit Fees ...... Same as regular fees (No charge to Tennessee residents at least 60 years of age and/or permanently disabled) Graduate Record Examination (General only) ...... Current ETS fee Graduation (Includes commencement regalia) Master and Specialist Degree ...... $35 Identification card ...... No charge (Required of all students taking on-campus classes) Identification Card Replacement ...... $20 Late Registration (Non-refundable) ...... $50 Motor Vehicle Registration - Included with General Access Fee ...... $0 Music Lessons - Individual: One half-hour lesson per semester ...... $150 One hour lesson per semester ...... $300 Returned Check Service Charge ...... $20 Thesis, Research Paper and Field Study Binding (Each copy) ...... $11 Fax Transcripts (Per page, including Cover Sheet) ...... $1 Transcripts, Official (Limited number) ...... No charge (Transcripts issued only upon written request by the student)

FEE DISCOUNTS

EMPLOYEES OF AUSTIN PEAY CHILDREN OF VIETNAM CONFLICT STATE UNIVERSITY VETERANS Full-time employees of APSU may enroll for Children of Vietnam Conflict Veterans who one course per term on a space available basis died while either serving in Vietnam or as a result without paying tuition charges, maintenance fees, of injury sustained while serving in Vietnam or debt service fees, general access fees, and regis- who have been declared missing in action in tration fees. The approved PC 191 form must be Vietnam, may be eligible for waiver of registration submitted to the Business Office each term. and maintenance fees. The parent who is APSU employees may also use the Employee deceased or missing in action must have been a Scholarship Application form. resident of Tennessee. Contact the Veterans Affairs Office in Atlanta, Georgia at 1-800-827-1000 for more information and verification procedures. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 32

EMPLOYEES OF STATE OF totally disabled, who wishes to audit a course and TENNESSEE be exempt from paying fees as provided by Full-time employees of the State may enroll Tennessee law may do so by filing in the Office of in one undergraduate or graduate course without the Registrar a birth certificate or an acceptable paying tuition charges, maintenance fees, debt physician’s certificate of permanent, total disabil- service fees, general access fees, and registration ity (these documents will be duplicated and orig- fees. The approved form (available from inals will be returned to the student). A student Admissions) must be submitted to the Business domiciled in Tennessee who will become 65 Office each term. years of age or older during the semester/term, or one who is permanently, totally disabled, may REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS register in courses for credit on a space available 60 AND 65 YEARS OF AGE AND basis for a maximum fee of $75. Appropriate doc- OVER, AND STUDENTS WITH umentation is required. Contact the Registrar’s DISABILITIES Office for registration timetables and procedures A student domiciled in Tennessee who is 60 (931) 221-7121. years or older, or one who is permanently and

PAYMENTS AND REFUNDS I. The University operates on the semester spring) is 75 percent from the time of plan and students are expected to pay all enrollment through the 14th calendar expenses when registering at the beginning day of classes and then reduced to of each semester. Students expecting to pay 25 percent for a period of time which a portion of their expenses by working for the extends 25 percent of the length of University should bring sufficient money to the term. There is no refund after the pay all fees, to make all returnable deposits, 25 percent period ends. to pay board charges for one semester and to 4. For summer sessions, Ft. Campbell pay for at least one month’s rent. The and other short terms, the refund University accepts cash, checks, VISA and periods are adjusted in proportion to Master Card. III.A.3. II. Out-of-state, full-time students will be 5. All refund periods will be rounded to charged $3,966 per semester for tuition in whole days and the date on which addition to the $2,103 graduate maintenance each refund period ends will be fee. This charge does not apply to students included in publications. In calculat- living in Kentucky counties of Christian, ing the 75 percent period for other Logan, Todd and Trigg, which are within the than the fall or spring and in calculat- legal service area of APSU (30 mile radius of ing the 25 percent length of term in Clarksville). all cases, the number of calendar III. Refund procedures for maintenance fees, days during the term will be consid- out-of-state, debt services, music lessons, ered. When the calculation produces student activities, student government activ- a fractional day, rounding will be up ity fees and deposits are as outlined: or down to the nearest whole day. A. Maintenance Fee Refunds 6. A full refund (100 percent) is provided 1. Refunds are 100 percent for courses on behalf of a student whose death canceled by the institution. occurs during the term. Any indebt- 2. Changes in courses involving the edness will be offset against the adding and dropping of equal num- refund. bers of student credit hours for the 7. A 100 percent refund will be provided same term at the same time require for students who enroll under an no refund or assessment for addi- advance registration system but who tional maintenance fees. drop or withdraw prior to the first day 3. The basic refund for withdrawals or of class. No refund will be made dur- drops during regular terms (fall and ing the registration period. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 33

8. A 100 percent refund will be provided D. Student Resident Hall/Apartment Rent to students who are compelled by and Deposit Refunds the institution to withdraw when it is 1. RENT determined they are academically a. A pro-rated rent refund will be ineligible for enrollment or were not made if a student is forced to properly admitted to enroll for the move out of the residence halls course(s) being dropped. An appro- due to personal illness (con- priate official must certify in writing firmed in writing from a licensed that this provision is applicable in physician) or at the request of each case. the University for other than dis- 9. When courses are included in a regu- ciplinary reasons (i.e. marriage, lar term’s registration process for academic suspension). Full administrative convenience, but the refund will be made in the case course does not begin until late in of death to the student. the term, the 75 percent/ 25 percent b. A percentage refund of rent will refunds will be based on the particu- be made if the student is forced lar course’s beginning and ending to move out of university hous- dates. This provision does not apply ing due to withdrawal from the to classes during the fall or spring University. This percentage terms which may meet only once per refund will be the same as the week. Those courses will follow the percentage refund policy for same refund dates as other regular general maintenance fees. courses for the term. c. No refund of rent will be made if 10. Students receiving Title IV financial the student moves out of the res- aid who withdraw during their first idence halls for any other reason term at the University will have their except those noted in a. and b. refunds calculated and applied to above. outstanding balances in accordance 2. DEPOSIT with the Department of Education The deposit will be refunded if: Higher Education Act of 1965 as a. The student cancels the license amended. agreement by August 1 for the 11. The refund percentage is applied to academic year. (For all new stu- the difference between the per hour dents applying for Spring rate (for maximum) for the number of Semester, the deadline for can- credit hours immediately before the cellation is December 15. drop or withdrawal and the number Applications sub-mitted after immediately afterward. these dates will be subject to B. Out-of-State Tuition Refunds automatic forfeiture of housing The refund provision for out-of-state deposit upon cancellation.), tuition is the same as that for mainte- b. The student has vacated the res- nance fees. A 75 percent refund is made idence hall at the end of the for the same period and a 25 percent license agreement and has prop- refund is made for the same period. erly checked out, When 100 percent of maintenance fees c. The student is forced to with are refunded, the 100 percent of out-of- draw from university housing or state tuition is refunded. Calculation pro- cannot move into university cedures are the same as those specified housing due to illness (con- for maintenance fees. firmed in writing from a licensed C. Debt Service, Music Lesson, Student physician), Government, General Access Fee and d. The inability of the student to Technology Access Fee Refunds move into university housing These fees will be subject to the same due to lack of space, refund policy as maintenance fees. e. The student is forced to with APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 34

draw from university housing for IV. Students taking on-campus courses are other then disciplinary reasons required to have a special photo made on an (i.e. marriage, academic suspen- identification card for personal identification. sion, academic internships, stu- These photos are made at the University dur- dent teaching), ing registration without charge. Validation is f. The student is not accepted to required at each registration. If the original APSU (verified by Admissions card is lost, there will be a replacement Office), charge. This card will be the means of admis- g. The student graduates or leaves sion to activities during the semester for school at end of the Fall semes- which the student is enrolled. Students are ter and does not enroll for Spring expected to show their ID cards to appropri- Semester. The student must can- ate University officials when requested. cel agreement by December 15 if V. Fort Campbell students who wish to receive not attending Spring Semester or an ID Card mentioned in IV must pay the h. The student has died. debt service charge. E. Textbook Refund Policy VI. If a registration check is returned, the fee is 1. Purchased textbooks and related assumed to be unpaid and charges for late materials may be returned for refund registration will be assessed. Registration is through the Drop/Add period. subject to cancellation if check given in pay- 2. Receipts are required for ALL ment of fees or cashed by the University for returns. the personal convenience of the student is F. Refunds for Activated Military Reserve returned. Check-cashing privileges will be and National Guard Personnel revoked for any student who has more than 1. Students who are absent in excess of one check returned during the fiscal year. 30 days during the term due to active VII. No student shall be enrolled, shall be gradu- military service will receive a 100 per- ated, or shall receive a transcript of his/her cent refund on all registration fees record until all accounts are settled, includ- and tuition charges. Room and ing University owned equipment rented or board charges will be prorated on a loaned to the student. The term “transcript” weekly basis. includes application for issuance or renewal 2. Refunds will be applied to outstand- of certificates. ing balances owed the University VIII.The application fee is non-refundable. including required financial aid IX. Students who are enrolled at either the main repayments, according to rules and campus or the APSU Center at Fort Campbell regulations in place at the time. will be assessed fees at the respective loca- 3. Students will be responsible for tion and then assessed fees for any addition- repayment of financial aid debts in al courses taken at the other site. This policy excess of the amounts repaid through is in effect for all students, veterans and non- the refund process. veterans, who cross enroll at the two campus- 4. Students must present proof from an es even though one academic record is appropriate military authority of the established for their cross enrollment. dates active duty was actually performed.

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Many students need financial assistance to be enrolled in a degree-seeking program and not meet part or all of their college-related expenses. be considered a special or transient student. At APSU, students of academic promise with a strong desire to secure a college education are HOW TO APPLY FOR encouraged to apply for financial assistance. FINANCIAL AID Students applying for financial assistance must 1. A student should complete the Free APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 35

Application for Federal Student Aid, U.S. Federal Perkins Student Loan Department of Education Form, after January This program provides long-term, low-inter- 1 of the appropriate year. No check or money est loans to students who need financial assis- order is required. Applications may be com- tance. Awards for graduate students range up to pleted at www.fafsa.ed.gov $6,000 annually, not to exceed $40,000 (includes 2. Students should file an application for admis- any Federal Perkins Student Loan as an under- sion to the University at the same time they graduate or graduate student). complete the Free Application for Federal General provisions of the Federal Perkins Student Aid. A student should not wait to be Student Loan includes the following: repayment accepted for admission to apply for financial begins ten months after the student leaves the aid. For further information contact: Director University and continues monthly there after until of Student Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs the entire loan is repaid; interest begins accruing Office, Box 4546, Austin Peay State University, at a rate of five percent nine months after the bor- Clarksville, Tennessee 37044, telephone rower ceases to be enrolled on at least a half-time (931) 221-7907. basis; and minimum payments are $40 per month, including interest on the unpaid balance. POLICY OF CLASS ATTENDANCE Loan repayments may be deferred for periods AND UNOFFICIAL WITHDRAWALS during which a borrower: (1) is at least a half-time Students receiving Federal Title IV Financial student (2) is pursing a course of study in an Aid must attend class on a regular basis. If stu- approved graduate fellowship program or dent ceases to attend class, they should officially approved rehabilitation training program for dis- withdraw from the University. The form to drop a abled individual excluding a medical internship class is available in the Ellington 3rd floor. The or residency program (3) is unable to find full- form to officially withdraw from the University is time employment, but not in excess of three available in the Student Development Office. If years (4) may be suffering an economic hardship, students unofficially withdraw and receive “FA” but not in excess of three years or (5) is and or “FN” grades, they may be held responsi- engaged in service described under the cancel- ble for all or partial repayment of funds. lation provisions.

SCHOLARSHIPS Federal Subsidized Stafford Student Loan African American Graduate Fellowship These loans are made by local banks and are The College of Graduate Studies offers one- guaranteed by the Federal Government. No pay- year non-renewable graduate fellowships to qual- ments are due on the loan while the student is ified Tennessee residents. Applicants for these enrolled on at least at half-time basis and the fellowships must be a first time student, a government will pay the interest while the stu- Tennessee resident and regularly admitted to dent is enrolled on at least half-time basis. The graduate studies. The scholarship recipient must maximum loan for graduate students is $8,500 be enrolled as a full-time graduate student and annually, not to exceed $65,000 (includes any progressing satisfactorily toward the degree. funds borrowed as an undergraduate or gradu- Recipients are encouraged to apply for a graduate). This total amount is subject to the student’s ate assistantship for subsequent years (see page actual financial need and federal regulations. 37). For more information contact the College of The agency responsible for this program in Graduate Studies, (931) 221-7414. Tennessee is the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC). Loan repayments may be ROTC Scholarships deferred for periods during which a borrower: (1) Graduate ROTC Scholarships are available is at least a half-time student (2) is pursuing a and provide full tuition and a $450 book scholar- course of study in an approved graduate fellowship per year for a two year period. Additionally, ship program or approved rehabilitation training graduate students enrolled in the ROTC two-year program for disabled individuals excluding a program receive $150 per month for ten months medical internship or residency program (3) is during the year. For more information, contact unable to find full-time employment, but not in the Military Science Department (931) 221-6155. excess of three years (4) may be suffering an economic hardship, but not in excess of three years APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 36

or (5) is engaged in service described under the for reinstatement. cancellation provisions. II. Appeals Appeals should be made to the Student Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Financial Aid Office on the appropriate forms. These loans have the same application pro- The following circumstances may be consid- cedure, interest rates and repayment process as ered appropriate reasons for appeal: the Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan. The stu- A. Serious illness or accident on the part of dent may pay the interest while enrolled or the student. choose to let the interest accrue and capitalize. B. Death or serious illness in the immediate The maximum is $10,000 annually not to exceed family. $73,000 in federal unsubsidized loan funds C. Discontinuance of a course by the (includes funds borrowed as an undergraduate or University. graduate). Repayment of principal begins after D. Personal complications. the student ceases to be enrolled at least half- time. Loan amounts are restricted by the cost of POLICY ON ALLOCATION OF education, resources available, state and federal REFUNDS AND REPAYMENT TO regulations. TITLE IV FEDERAL (PELL GRANT, FSEOG, FEDERAL PERKINS, DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FEDERAL STAFFORD STUDENT It is the policy of the University to disburse LOANS) one-half of an academic-year award within three Students who receive Federal Title IV days of the beginning of the semester/term. The Financial Aid assistance and withdraw from exception to this policy is for students who are school during a payment period or period of enrolled at Fort Campbell and who will have their enrollment in which they began attendance must awards disbursed in fourths to coincide with the return any unearned funds to the Student four sessions of the academic year at the center. Financial Aid Programs (SFA). The school must Summer assistance is managed in a different calculate the amount of SFA Program assistance manner. For additional information on availabili- the student did not earn and those funds must be ty and disbursement of summer funds, contact returned. Up through the 60% point in each pay- the Student Financial Aid Office. ment period or period of enrollment, a pro rate If an offer of financial assistance includes schedule is used to determine how much SFA employment under the provisions of the FWP, it Program funds that student has earned at the must be understood that the amount of money time of withdrawal. The amount of refundable (or awarded is the amount of money a student may balance outstanding) of institutional charges will expect to earn during the award period as a result be set by the University policy. If there is a stu- of work performed and hours necessary to per- dent account balance resulting from these adjust- form such work. FWP recipients must contact the ments, the student is responsible for payment. Student Financial Aid Office to complete job 1. Distribution Among the Title IV Programs assignment and clearance. This must be done The University will allocate the Title IV por- each academic year. tion of the refund to the various Title IV program(s) from which the student received aid. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC The allocation will take place in the following PROGRESS REQUIRED TO order: RECEIVE AND RENEW AID a. Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) All students receiving Title IV aid are programs (the Part B loans) (Subsidized required to maintain class attendance and satis- and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, PLUS- factory progress each semester as outlined: Parent Loan) I. Guidelines b. Federal Perkins Graduate students must maintain a mini- c. Federal Pell mum 3.0 cumulative GPA to maintain satis- d. Federal SEOG factory academic progress for financial aid 2. Distribution of Repayments of Cash purposes. Students who do not maintain Disbursements Made Directly to the Student satisfactory academic progress may appeal a. If a student officially or unofficially with APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 37

draws from or is dismissed by the education. The student’s work is performed on University on or after the first day of campus and is similar to that performed by stu- classes of a semester, and the student dents working on the General Campus Work received a cash disbursement for nonin- Program. The student may work up to a maximum structional costs under any Title IV proof 20 hours per week depending upon the gram (except Federal WorkStudy amount of the work-study award and availability Program) for that semester, the University of funds. Students who qualify for the FWP and will determine whether a portion of that are currently enrolled or who are high school cash disbursement will have to be graduates and have been tentatively accepted for repaid. enrollment to the University in the Fall may be b. In determining whether a student will eligible for full-time employment during the have to repay a cash disbursement, the semester. University will subtract from the cash disbursement received by the student the Off-Campus Work educational costs incurred by him/her for Many APSU students earn a considerable noninstructional charges for that term up part of their college expense with part-time, off- to the date of withdrawal or expulsion. campus work in the Clarksville-Fort Campbell i. If the expected repayment will total area. The Career Services Office offers JOB-OP, a less than $100, no repayment will be part-time off-campus job referral service to assist required. both students and area employers in filing c. The University will apply these policies employment needs. in a consistent manner to all students receiving Title IV aid. OTHER FORMS OF FINANCIAL i. The University will not allocate any ASSISTANCE part of the refund to a Title IV pro- Vocational Rehabilitation gram if the student did not receive Students with a physical disability may aid under the program. obtain grants-in-aid, providing assistance with ii. The amount allocated to a program college-related costs through the Tennessee may not exceed the amount the stu- Vocational Rehabilitation Service. Tennessee dent received from that program. residents should request information from the high school guidance counselor or write to PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT Coordinator, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, General Campus Work 1808 West End Building, Nashville, Tennessee Each year, a number of students are 37203. Students residing in other states should employed on campus in administrative and contact the similar agency in their state. This pro- departmental offices, the library, laboratories gram is different from GI Bill Chapter 31- and intramural recreation. The number of hours Vocational Rehabilitation. students are permitted to work depends on the need of the various departments and may be lim- Graduate Assistantships ited by any federal financial assistance the stu- Graduate assistantships (non-teaching) are dent is receiving. Applicants must be at least available for superior students in each of the aca- half-time students. Applications are secured demic departments that offer graduate programs from the Student Financial Aid Office, P.O. Box and several other areas on campus. Applicants 4546, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, must be fully admitted to the University to quali- Tennessee 37044. Positions are advertised in the fy for an assistantship. Students may be selected classified section of the campus newspaper, THE on the basis of their undergraduate GPA, ALL STATE. Direct questions to the Student Graduate Record Examination scores, letters of Financial Aid Office. recommendation and/or resumes and interviews. Graduate assistants are required to work 20 hours Federal Work-Study Program (FWP) per week in their assigned locations. The hours The Federal Work-Study Program is federally are somewhat flexible and a complete job funded and designed to assist students who are description will be formulated by each supervi- in need of employment in order to pursue their sor. Stipends are paid semi-monthly from which APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 38

graduate tuition may be deducted upon student eligibility requirements, direct questions to the request. Graduate assistants are not permitted OVA or to the DVA at 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442- to have additional employment without written 4551). permission from the Dean of the College of A. Montgomery GI Bill - Chapter 30 Graduate Studies. Individuals being awarded B. Vocational Rehabilitation Services - assistantships must be admitted to the graduate Chapter 31 school. To keep the assistantship, students must C. Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational be enrolled full-time during their assigned terms Assistance Program (VEAP) - Chapter 32 and maintain satisfactory academic progress. D. Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Students awarded Fall and Spring semester Assistance Program - Chapter 35 assistantships are not required to take summer E. Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve classes. Educational Assistance Program - A student is eligible to hold an assistantship Chapter 1606 for only four semesters and must reapply each F. Restored Entitlement Program for academic year. Applications for all graduate survivors (REPS) - Section 156 assistantships must be submitted to the College G. Section 901 (Educational Assistance Test of Graduate Studies by the published deadline Program) for the following academic year. Award notifica- H. Section 903 (Educational Assistance Pilot tions for Fall will be made by August 1 each year. Program, noncontributory VEAP) Persons desiring further information or applications should write or call the College of Graduate Avoiding DVA Education Overpayment Studies, Austin Peay State University, P.O. Box As a DVA educational benefits recipient, you 4458, Clarksville, Tennessee 37044, telephone should understand what you can do to prevent an (931) 221-7414. overpayment: A. Report Changes in Enrollment: Promptly VETERANS AFFAIRS BENEFITS report any changes in enrollment to APSU All degree programs offered by Austin Peay OVA and the DVA. If APSU is notified and not State University, as listed in this BULLETIN, are DVA, it may take longer to correct payments. approved for veterans’ training. The Office of Please take note: DVA payment for a month Veterans Affairs (OVA) must certify each VA recip- of school attendance is normally made during ient’s training to the US Department of Veterans the following month; that is, on a reim- Affairs (DVA) before any payments can be made. bursable basis. If payment is received during APSU has two OVA’s: Ellington Student Services a month following a change in enrollment sta- Building, Room 216 for Main Campus; and SSG tus, verify entitlement to the payment. If the Glenn H English, Jr. Army Education Center, Bldg. amount has not changed from the previous 202, Room 137 for Austin Peay State University payment and there has been a reduction in Center at Fort Campbell. The OVA maintains all the rate of training, contact APSU OVA or DVA necessary forms for active duty service persons, for a status review. reservists, and veterans. To apply for DVA edu- B. Understand the Consequences of Changes: cational benefits, and any questions relating to 1. If you receive a “nonpunitive” grade of DVA educational training at APSU should be “W” or “I”, reduce, or terminate enroll- directed to the OVA. However, the OVA does not ment; DVA will be notified. Upon receipt make decisions on eligibility for DVA educational of the notice, DVA will reduce or termi- benefits, or on the amount and length of entitle- nate benefits. The payment of DVA edu- ment a student is eligible under those benefits. cational benefits will not be made for any To receive a formal decision, the student must file course that is not computed in the grad- a claim with the DVA, who makes final determina- uation requirements of the program. tion on eligibility and payment amount. All 2. If there is a change of enrollment after the claims should be filed through the appropriate regular drop/add period, the OVA will ask APSU OVA, so that copies are maintained in the for a statement explaining the events sur- student’s APSU file. The programs under which rounding the change. The law states that the student may be eligible for DVA educational no payments will be made for a course benefits are listed below. To determine specific from which you withdraw, or receive a APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 39

“nonpunitive“ grade of “W“ or “I“, unless Applying for DVA Educational Benefits/Initial there are “mitigating circumstances“ sur- Tuition Requirements rounding the change. DVA defines “miti- Application for DVA educational benefits is gating circumstances“ as unanticipated made through the appropriate APSU OVA. For and unavoidable events which interfere veterans and reservists, a copy of the DD-214 dis- with a student’s pursuit of a course. If you charge certificate is required with both the appli- fail to provide a statement of supporting cation for admission and the application for DVA evidence or the reasons you give are not educational benefits. For those students who accepted as “mitigating circumstances,“ have remaining eligibility under the Vietnam ERA DVA will reduce or terminate benefits GI Bill (Chapter 34); copies of marriage license, from the start of the term. Examples of birth certificates for all children who are claimed unacceptable “mitigating circumstances“ as dependents and any applicable divorce include, but are not limited to withdraw- decrees are required for submission in order to al to avoid a failing grade, dislike of claim those family members for DVA educational instructor and too many courses attempt- benefit payment. Application for DVA education- ed. The APSU OVA can advise you on al benefits does not constitute an application for acceptable “mitigating circumstances.” admission to the University. Students must be 3. You must report changes in dependency, prepared to pay tuition and fees at the time of including self, if receiving an additional registration. It normally takes at least 12 weeks allowance for family members. following an initial application for DVA education- C. If a DVA Educational Overpayment is al benefits before the first payment can be Created: DVA is required to take prompt and expected. aggressive action to recover the overpay- *Accelerated courses may affect your payment. ment. The following actions may be taken if an overpayment is not promptly liquidated: Critical Areas of Concern for Continuing DVA 1. Adding interest and collection fees to the Certification for Benefits debt. I. Matriculation: DVA considers a student to 2. Withholding future benefits to apply to have matriculated when he/she has been offi- the debt. cially admitted to APSU as pursuing an 3. Referring the debt to a private collection approved degree. This means that all docu- agency. ments necessary to be admitted as a regular, 4. Offsetting the debt from your federal degree-seeking student must be received by income tax refund. the Office of Admissions before matriculation 5. Offsetting the debt from your salary, if a is complete. Students who have not been federal employee. admitted into a degree program are not eligi- 6. Filing a lawsuit in federal court to collect ble for DVA educational benefits. IT IS APSU the debt. POLICY THAT STUDENTS MUST MATRICU- 7. Withholding approval of a DVA home LATE BY THE END OF THE FIRST TERM OF loan guarantee pending payment of the ENROLLMENT. The requirements for full debt. admission must be completed prior to enrollment for the second term of enrollment (see Admission to the University is Required for Admission to Graduate Studies). Certification Receiving DVA Educational Benefits for DVA educational benefits will not be sub- Students must be fully admitted and seeking mitted beyond one term of enrollment for a degree at APSU, in order to qualify for DVA edu- non-marticulated students. The following cational benefits. Non-degree seeking students documents are required for matriculation: do not qualify for DVA educational benefits. A. Application for admission, Admission application is made through the B. All higher education transcripts from APSU’s Office of Admissions in the Ellington other schools (includes Community Student Services Building. Fort Campbell appli- College of the Air Force) and non-tradi- cants may apply through the Office of Enrollment tional college credits, Services at the APSU Center @ Fort Campbell. C. All applicable test scores (refer to Admission to Graduate Studies page 19) APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 40

and higher education, military, etc., which are accept- D. All military personnel (active duty, ed by APSU as graduate level transfer credit. reservists, and veterans) must submit Students receive a copy of this evaluation after or documents for military credit. upon its completion. This completed transfer II. Proper Degree Pursuit: In order to be certi- credit evaluation must be applied to the individ- fied to receive DVA educational benefits, stu- ual program of study to shorten that program, and dents are required to be degree-seeking and the result is PC. This prior credit must be report- enrolled in an approved degree program of ed to DVA by the end of the second term of study as listed in this BULLETIN. Benefit enrollment. Once prior credit is evaluated it is not payments will only be made for those cours- required again, unless the program of study es required in the approved program of changes; then prior credit must be re-evaluated study which count for graduation credit, and in application to the new program. pursuit is allowed for only one degree program at a time. Students must enroll in and CHANGE OF PROGRAM attend the degree-granting institution in The OVA must be informed if a student wish- order to receive DVA educational benefits. es to change his/her program of study, and the This means that a Main Campus degree can- proper request form submitted to the DVA. Upon not be pursued at Fort Campbell. If a change making a program change, all previous course of program is desired, the DVA must be noti- work at APSU or other institutions must be fied by submitting the appropriate notifica- applied to the new program as prior credit. tion forms through the OVA. Chapter 31 VA Vocational Rehabilitation students III. Repeated or Excessive Courses: DVA educa- may not change their degree programs without tional benefit payment will not be made for prior approval from the VA Vocational courses which have been previously passed, Rehabilitation counselor. whether at APSU or accepted as transfer credit. Electives are considered to be courses SATISFACTORY PROGRESS which are required for graduation as long as OVA must report the student’s unsatisfactory they do not exceed the maximum number of progress and terminate DVA educational bene- credit hours required for graduation. fits, at such time he or she no longer meets Excessive courses are those courses that a APSU’s standards of progress. student completes, but the courses will not All grades, no matter when earned, are part of be used in computing hour requirements for the permanent transcript and are factored into graduation. Excessive courses will not be cer- academic progress. Students placed on academ- tified for DVA payment. ic probation must bring their GPA above the probationary level during the term of enrollment for PRIOR CREDIT EVALUATION which probation was awarded or DVA education- An enrollment certification submitted for a al benefits will be terminated. If benefits are ter- DVA educational benefit recipient initially minated for unsatisfactory academic progress, a enrolling at APSU, or initiating a program of study written request must be submitted by the stu- different from that previously pursued, must dent for benefits to be reinstated. reflect the amount of credit allowed for previous education, training or experience, including mili- DUAL ENROLLMENT BETWEEN tary training and experience. This is called “prior MAIN CAMPUS AND FORT credit,” and is that credit which, when applied to CAMPBELL the student’s current program of study, shortens Enrolling at both Main Campus and Fort the program accordingly. The process by which Campbell creates a special reporting require- this prior credit is determined is as follows: when ment, because the DVA classifies Main Campus a student initially enrolls, all documents required and Fort Campbell as two separate educational for matriculation must be received by the institutions. Pursuit of a Main Campus degree Admissions Office within ONE term of enrollment. makes the Main Campus the primary degree- Following receipt, these documents are evaluat- granting institution, and vice versa. Students ed by the Office of the Registrar for transfer cred- must be admitted to and pursing a degree at their it; that is, the credit from other institutions of primary institution. Students are allowed to tem- APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 41

porarily enroll at the secondary institution in ATTENDANCE POLICY classes that apply to the primary degree program. In order to prevent or reduce overpayment of Enrolling at the secondary institution makes a DVA educational benefits, students are reminded student either transient or concurrently enrolled. that it is the student’s responsibility to keep the Transient means a student is temporarily attend- APSU OVA informed of enrollment status. This ing only the secondary institution, and concur- includes drops, adds, withdrawals and unofficial rently enrolled means that the student is attend- withdrawals. The OVA recommends that students ing both primary and secondary institutions review the APSU attendance policy in the simultaneously. The OVA’s at both campuses University BULLETIN, attend class and take the have the Transient Enrollment Form, whereby final exam if one is required. When the OVA is courses at the secondary institution must be vali- notified by a faculty member that a student’s dated by the primary institution before they can attendance has been unsatisfactory, the benefits be certified to DVA for payment. Students who for that class will be terminated from the last are receiving DVA educational benefits should recorded date of attendance, as provided by the consult their primary institution’s OVA before faculty member. If no last date of attendance is enrolling as a transient or concurrently enrolled provided, benefits will be terminated from the student. start of the term of enrollment. * Receipt of an “FA” grade will result in ben- ATTENDING ANOTHER efits being terminated from the last INSTITUTION WHILE RECEIVING recorded date of attendance. “FA” is the DVA EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS AT grade assigned as of the date at which AUSTIN PEAY the student stops attending classes and Students who plan to attend another institu- is no longer receiving instruction. tion (in a transient status) while attending and * Receipt of an “FN” grade will result in receiving DVA payment at APSU MUST see the benefits being terminated from the first appropriate OVA prior to registering/enrolling at date of the term of enrollment. “FN” is the other institution, or DVA educational benefits the grade assigned when a student never for the enrollment at the other institution will be attended. significantly delayed or disallowed. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 42

42 Graduate Programs and Degrees APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 43

GRADUATE DEGREES AND ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

The University confers five graduate degrees: Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.), Master of Music (M.Mu.), Master of Science (M.S.), and the Education Specialist (Ed. S.). MASTER DEGREES

MAJORS AND DEGREES CONCENTRATIONS SPECIALIZATIONS

Biology (M.S.)

Communication Arts (M.A.) ...... General Communication Corporate Communication

Curriculum and Instruction (M.A.Ed.) . . . . .Special Education ...... Instructional Technology Leadership Mathematics

English (M.A.)

Counseling (M.A.) ...... Community Counseling School Counseling

Health and Human Performance (M.A.Ed.)

Health and Human Performance (M.S.). . . .Public and Community Health . . . .Exercise Science Health Services Administration Sports Administration

Music (M.Mu.) ...... Music Education Music Performance

Psychology (M.A.) ...... Clinical Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology School Psychology

Reading (M.A.Ed.)

EDUCATION SPECIALIST DEGREE

MAJOR/DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS

Education (Ed.S.)* ...... Administration and Supervision School Counseling Elementary Education School Psychology Secondary Education

*Completion of an appropriate master’s degree is required prior to admission to the Ed.S. program. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 44

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND LETTERS

Dr. James Diehr, Dean lifetime learning and improvement. (931) 221-6346 or email at [email protected] The Department seeks both to serve and draw upon university resources through multi- The College of Arts and Letters offers gradu- disciplinary programs, extra-curricular activities, ate programs leading to master’s degrees in the and symposia. It serves the community through Departments of Communication and Theatre, outreach programs, consulting to business and Languages and Literature, and Music. Each pro- industry, and through performing arts activities. gram is directed toward preparing students to The Department offers both graduate and integrate, apply, and disseminate new knowledge undergraduate programs and serves both tradi- and skills. Throughout the College, faculty and tional and nontraditional students. At the undergraduate students are engaged in a broad range graduate level, the focus is in preparing students of scholarly and creative work. Flexibility in the for the opportunities and challenges they will face College curricula encourages students to achieve in the job marketplace and life world of the differing goals. future. The graduate programs are designed to Graduate programs in communication and offer students advanced professional skills and/or theatre, languages and literature, and music preparation for academic careers. The advance knowledge, research, and practical train- Department works to accommodate the unique ing in these fields. Upon graduation, students are situations of nontraditional and traditional stu- equipped for independent investigation and cre- dents by offering courses at night and online. ative expression as professional leaders. The Department offers the Corporate Communications degree completely online. The online courses are in an eight week schedule DEPARTMENT OF allowing students to complete the degree in less COMMUNICATION than two years. The Department of AND THEATRE Communication and Theatre offers a Master of Arts degree in Communication Arts for those con- Micheal Gotcher, Department Chair sidering an advanced degree in theatre, mass Communication, MMC 171 communication, public relations or communica- P.O. Box 4446 tion. The degree develops the written, spoken, (931) 221-7364 or email at [email protected] interpersonal, and persuasive skills required in modern organizations, as well as teaching the Ellen Kanervo, Graduate Coordinator specific techniques required in communication- Communication and Theatre, TR 420D related jobs. This is a truly interdisciplinary pro- P.O. Box 4446 gram involving business and marketing, psychol- (931) 221-6124 or email at [email protected] ogy, mass communication, theatre, and interpersonal and group communication. FACULTY: The Department seeks to guide students in Scott Boyd, Leni Dyer, Mike Gotcher, Sara achieving their individual goals through small Gotcher, Ted Jones, Ellen Kanervo, John Moseley, classes, individual interaction between students David von Palko, Tom Pallen, Frank Parcells, and faculty, and coursework focusing on practical Yvonne Prather, David Wesner, Weiwu Zhang applications of communication theory. Students may select one of two tracks: Corporate The mission for Austin Peay’s Department of Communication and General Communication. Communication & Theatre is to provide students with opportunities to develop the skills and ADMISSION capabilities for successful communication and Refer to page 19 for admission require- theatre arts careers. In addition, the department ments to the College of Graduate Studies. seeks to create an educational experience There are no additional requirements for emphasizing ethical rigor, critical thinking skills, admission to the Department of personal responsibility, and a commitment to Communication and Theatre. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 45

THESIS COMM 5600 Integrated Corporate Requirements for thesis are stated on page Communication ...... 3 28. COMM 5700 Interpersonal Communication Theory ...... 3 MASTER OF ARTS COMM 5710 Ethics in a Changing Environment ...... 3 COMMUNICATION ARTS (M.A.) COMM 5750 Feature Writing ...... 3 (33-34 semester hours) COMM 5800 Persuasion and Social Change . . .3 Two specializations are offered: General COMM 5810 Race, Gender and Mass Media . .3 Communication and Theatre and Corporate COMM 5900 Issues in Global Communication. Upon the completion of all Communication ...... 3 coursework, students must successfully defend the COMM 5991 Research Requirement thesis or research paper orally before his or her Completion ...... 1 graduate committee and answer comprehensive THEA 5000 Chronicles and Concepts I ...... 3 questions about material mastered in courses. THEA 5010 Chronicles and Concepts II ...... 3 THEA 5200 Secondary School Theatre ...... 3 General Communication Specialization THEA 5350 Musical Theatre Workshop ...... 3 The General Communication and Theatre THEA 5351 Musical Theatre Workshop track prepares students for doctoral studies and Lab ...... 1 teaching at the high school, community college or THEA 5400 Studies in Directing ...... 3 university level. Courses in this sequence allow THEA 5450 Creative Drama for Children ...... 3 students to apply theoretical understanding to THEA 5555 Independent Research/Professional real world communication problems. This spe- Experience ...... 3 cialization requires a thesis and helps to develop THEA 5600 Technical Theatre Practicum ...... 3 particular research skills for those interested in THEA 5900 Playwriting ...... 3 the fields of communication and theatre. Total ...... 33

Specialization Requirements (9 hours) Hours Corporate Communication Specialization COMM 5000 Methods of Research ...... 3 (can be completed online) COMM 599a, b Thesis Writing ...... 6 The Corporate Communication program is designed to prepare current and future managers Electives: Select 24 hours for careers in marketing communication, advertis- COMM 5010 Advanced Communication ing, public relations, sales, print or broadcast Research Methods ...... 3 media, and electronic media or for doctoral stud- COMM 5020 Organizational Communication . .3 ies in communication. The online Corporate COMM 5050 Public Relations ...... 3 Communication program has been designed with COMM 5060 Communication and the needs of currently employed professionals in Public Opinion ...... 3 mind as well as offering traditional students the COMM 509B International Communication- . . . . opportunity to complete the degree rapidly. To Corporate Communication ...... 3 that end, students may select from a broad- COMM 5100 Marketing Communication based course offering delivered either on campus Strategies and Tactics ...... 3 or online. COMM 5110 Leadership and Communication .3 As close to the beginning of their program as COMM 5150 Advertising and Media Strategies 3 possible, students should sign up for COMM COMM 5210 E-Communication Strategy ...... 3 5001, a course which requires attendance on cam- COMM 5300 Consumer and pus for a long weekend, beginning Friday at 6 Audience Behavior ...... 3 p.m. and ending Sunday at 6 p.m. This course COMM 5350 Media Management ...... 3 allows on-campus and online students to meet COMM 5400 Politics and Mass Media ...... 3 each other and faculty in person as they are intro- COMM 5410 Web Page Design and Criticism . .3 duced to content and methods of analysis and COMM 5500 Electronic News Gathering ...... 3 investigation in various communication subfields. COMM 5555 Independent Research/ Internship ...... 3 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 46

Specialization Requirements (13 hours) Hours COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: COMM 5000 Methods of Research ...... 3 COMM 5000 Methods of Research (3) COMM 5001 Proseminar in Communication . . .1 A study of research methodology including library COMM 5030 Applied Communication Theory .3 scholarship, quantitative methods, historical and COMM 5600 Integrated Corporate legal research. Communication ...... 3 COMM 5650 Communication Law ...... 3 COMM 5001 Proseminar in Communication (1) Overview of functions, processes, strategies, Research Requirements (3 or 6 hours) Hours tools, and effects of communication. Introduces Select either students to fields of marketing communication, COMM 5950 Research Project ...... 3 advertising, public relations, sales, print-broad- (recommended for those seeking cast-electronic media and to the theories govern- corporate careers) ing the study of these fields. Must be taken on Or campus. COMM 599a, b Thesis Writing ...... 3 (recommended for those planning to COMM 5010 Advanced Communication pursue a doctorate in communication) Research Methods (3) (on campus only) The purpose of this course is to apply important Electives: Select 15 or 18 hours Hours data analysis techniques in the field of communi- COMM 5010 Advanced Communication cation, develop a deeper appreciation of Research Methods ...... 3 research strategies and analysis decisions and COMM 5020 Organizational Communication . .3 provide the opportunity for practice in analyzing COMM 5050 Public Relations ...... 3 quantitative data with SPSS. Topics include COMM 5060 Communication and Public measurement decisions, research designs and Opinion ...... 3 more advanced statistical techniques. COMM 509B International Communication- Corporate Communication ...... 3 COMM 5020 Organizational Communication (3) COMM 5100 Marketing Communication Emphasis will be placed on the philosophical and Strategies ...... 3 practical aspects of organizational communication COMM 5110 Leadership and Communication .3 theories. Topic areas include organizational com- COMM 5150 Advertising and Media munication theories, the identification of commu- Strategies ...... 3 nication problems, the application of research COMM 5210 E-Communication Strategy ...... 3 methods, ethical and cultural issues in a changing COMM 5300 Consumer and Audience organizational environment, internal communi- Behavior ...... 3 ties and public communication practices and con- COMM 5350 Media Management ...... 3 flict resolution. COMM 5400 Politics and Mass Media ...... 3 COMM 5410 Web Page Design COMM 5030 Applied Communication Theory and Criticism ...... 3 (3) COMM 5500 Electronic News Gathering ...... 3 The communication process will be approached COMM 5555 Independent Research/ from a behavioral point of view. The class will be Internship ...... 3 a combination of modern communication theo- COMM 5700 Interpersonal Communication ries and their application in dyadic and small Theory ...... 3 group interaction. COMM 5710 Ethics in a Changing Environment ...... 3 COMM 5050 Public Relations (3) COMM 5750 Feature Writing ...... 3 A counseling, advising and management per- COMM 5800 Persuasion and Social Change . . .3 spective serves as the basis for exploring the pro- COMM 5810 Race, Gender and Mass Media . .3 fession of public relations. Students review case COMM 5900 Issues in Global Communication .3 studies, develop strategies, prepare tactics and COMM 5991 Research Requirement evaluate internal and external communication for Completion ...... 3 a variety of publics and organizations. Total ...... 34 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 47

COMM 5060 Communication and Public evaluation of selected campaigns, and use of Opinion (3) advertising media research techniques. The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the concept of “public opinion” and COMM 5210 E-Communication Strategy (3) to explore the relationships between communi- This course surveys critical issues in management cation and public opinion. An important norma- communication, promotional strategies, public tive goal will be to explore ways to allow media relations and marketing communication in the messages to contribute to a healthy civic life context of electronic marketplaces and virtual rather than detract from it. communities. Course activities include online assignments, traditional and online readings, COMM 509A International Communication: projects and guided evaluations of a variety of e- General Communication (3) (study abroad strategies. program) This course offers international perspectives to COMM 5300 Consumer and Audience Behavior graduate students in general communication. (3) This study abroad experience is linked to select- Understanding the behaviors of consumers and ed graduate communication courses. audiences in response to persuasive messages. Includes discussions of persuasive and psycho- COMM 509B International Communication: logical theories and their application to marketing Corporate Communication (3) (study abroad problems of issue management. program) This course offers international perspectives to COMM 5350 Media Management (3) graduate students in corporate communication. Legal, social, management, programming and This study abroad experience is linked to select- sales aspects of print media and broadcasting ed graduate communication courses. station management will be presented.

COMM 5100 Marketing Communication COMM 5400 Politics and Mass Media (3) Strategies (3) Media’s role in U.S. politics: influence of mass An exploration of direct marketing, sales promo- media on political opinions, on elections, on tion and branding through the application of political participants and on public policy; and advertising, persuasion and mass media con- how political participants help shape the mes- cepts and principles to the preparation and sages sent out by mass media. analysis of communication campaigns, case studies, programs, projects and special events. COMM 5410 Web Page Design and Criticism (3) (on campus only) COMM 5110 Leadership and Communication In the changing electronic environment, the com- (3) munication professional needs to have the nec- This course focuses on leadership as a function of essary skills for Web page construction and eval- communication behavior. Through discussion, uation. HTML, Photo shop and popular Web page cases and exercises, participants will explore design programs will be used to develop func- effective communication strategies within an tional web pages. On the theoretical level, the organizational setting. The course will cover team course will explore censorship, ethics, advertising leadership skills, rhetorical sensitivity, charisma promotion, privacy and other relevant issues. and practical suggestions for improving leadership effectiveness. COMM 5444 Communication Internship (3) Practical experience in professional communica- COMM 5150 Advertising and Media Strategies tion to augment theoretical coursework. Students (3) are required to work 150 hours, keep an evalua- This course considers advertising theory and tive journal, and produce an analytical paper practice and reviews application of theory to related to the experience. Departmental policy advertising, promotion and media selection governs acceptable types of communication posi- strategies. The course requires development of tions. Students may not apply both COMM 5555 an advertising plan, media selection rationales, and 5444 toward the M.A. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 48

COMM 5500 Electronics News Gathering (3) COMM 5800 Persuasion and Social Change (3) (on campus only) A study of persuasive theories and their applica- An advanced production course in which stu- tion to the development of social and cultural dents create, design and complete a variety of issues. video projects which may involve field production and electronic news gathering, studio pro- COMM 5810 Race, Gender and Mass Media duction, scheduling, shooting, editing and evalu- (3) (on campus only) ating their video projects. Examination of current and historical portrayals of ethnic minorities and men and women in media COMM 5555 Independent Research (3) news, entertainment and advertising; discussion Directed research in an area of special interest to of research into the influence of these portrayals the student. Students enrolling in this course on audience attitudes. must submit a written project proposal to the instructor before enrolling. Enrollment in the COMM 5900 Issues in Global Communication course will be accepted only after the instructor (3) approves the proposal. Students may not apply Research, discussion and papers focus on one of both COMM 5555 and 5444 toward the M.A. a variety of mass media topics related to broadcasting and/or print media such as: mass media COMM 5600 Integrated Corporate and politics, mass media and children, mass Communication (3) media and women, media economics or interna- Important corporate communication areas such tional communication. The course covers one of as internal communication advertising, PR, sales these topics in depth each semester. promotion, direct marketing and new communication technologies and how these approaches COMM 5950 Research Project (3) work together to achieve organizational objec- Required research project approved by student’s tives. graduate committee chair prior to submission to graduate office. COMM 5650 Communication Law (3) An in-depth examination of the legal and ethical COMM 599A, B Thesis Writing (3) impact of new technologies on mass media involving lecture, discussion, extensive reading COMM 5991 Research Requirement and writing assignments. Completion (1) For students not fulfilling graduate school COMM 5700 Interpersonal Communication research literacy requirement within one year Theory (3) after scheduled completion of thesis, field study A study of interpersonal communication models report, research project paper, or research litera- and theories and their psychological, philosophi- cy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent cal and sociological influence of dyadic communi- semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour cation in our society. must be paid every semester until research requirements are met. COMM 5710 Ethics in a Changing Environment (3) THEA 5000 Chronicles and Concepts I (3) This course will explore ethical challenges within (on campus only) the context of new technologies and media. Prerequisite: THEA 1000 or equivalent Topics covered include codes of ethics, forces Examines history and theory of theoretical art of that affect ethical decision-making and media the Classical Era, Middle Ages and Renaissance in responsibility. Western Europe. Emphasizes theatrical space, production and performance. Drama considered COMM 5750 Feature Writing (3) as a plan for production rather than as literature. Workshop designed to give instruction and prac- Term paper required. tice in writing feature articles for newspapers, trade journals and magazines. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 49

THEA 5010 Chronicles and Concepts II (3) THEA 555A, B, C Independent Research (3) (on campus only) (on campus only) Prerequisite: THEA 1030 or equivalent Opportunity for directed scholarly research in an Examines history and theory of theatrical art of area of special interests to the student. the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in Western Enrollment accepted only after professor has Europe. Emphasizes theatrical space, production approved a written project proposal from the stu- and performance. Drama considered as a plan for dent. production rather than as literature. Term paper required. THEA 5600 Technical Theatre Practicum (3) (on campus only) THEA 5200 Secondary School Theatre Practical work in stagecraft and technical direction Production (3) (on campus only) in an apprenticeship mode. Examination of techniques for theatrical production in secondary schools, including script selec- THEA 5900 Playwriting (3) (on campus only) tion and adaptation, casting, directing, design The structure of dramatic expression through the and technical work, and marketing. Areas that stu- analysis of theme, plot, character and dialogue. dents find most essential will be given greatest Students will undertake their own writing, culmi- emphasis. nating in the composition of a one-act play.

THEA 5350 Musical Theatre Workshop (3) (on campus only) DEPARTMENT OF Prerequisites, Co-requisites: Graduate status and LANGUAGES AND instructor approval. THEA 535L or two semesters of LITERATURE vocal study (one semester may be concurrent) A performance oriented study of musical theatre, Susan Calovini, Department Chair and Graduate composers, and styles to improve students’ audi- Coordinator tion and performance skills. Languages and Literature, HA 115 P.O. Box 4487 THEA 5351 Musical Theatre Workshop Lab (1) (931) 221-7891 or email at [email protected] (on campus only) Prerequisite, Co-requisite: Graduate status and instruc- FACULTY tor approval and THEA 5350 Linda Barnes, Susan Calovini, Culley Carson- Individual instruction in techniques using the Grefe Arthur Eaves, Jill Eichhorn, Blas Falconer, Jill body and voice to prepare the student for oppor- Franks, Dwonna Goldstone, David Guest, Barry tunities in musical theatre performance. Kitterman, Cynthia McWilliams, Ramon Magrans, Judith Mesa-Pelly, Allene Phy-Olsen, Norbert THEA 5400 Studies in Directing (3) Puszkar, Jeanie Randall, Miguel R. Ruiz-Aviles, (on campus only) Steven Ryan, Michael Schnell, Karen D. A study of script analysis and production that will Sorenson, Mickey Wadia, Timothy Winters lead to the production and direction of a theatrical event. A production is to be selected with the In the classroom, on the rest of the campus, in advice and consent of the instructor. the community, across the country, and throughout the world, the Department of Languages and THEA 5450 Creative Drama for Children (3) Literature promotes language learning, good writ- (on campus only) ing, critical thinking, multicultural awareness, and Designed to demonstrate how theatre may be an informed appreciation of literature. Often rec- used as both means and end to teach the ele- ognized on our own campus with awards for mentary school child. Included will be theatre teaching and scholarship, members of our projects, group and single, involving puppetry department have also published, attended con- and live theatre. ferences, presented papers, translated, taught, and in general supported the language arts elsewhere in the Americas and in Africa, Asia, and Europe. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 50

ADMISSION Option C: Creative Writing English M.A. Refer to page 19 for admission requirements to Required: Hours the College of Graduate Studies. There are no ENGL 5000 Bibliography and additional requirements for admission to the Methods of Research ...... 3 Department of Languages and Literature. ENGL 541A Seminar in Creative Writing: Prose Non-Fiction ...... *3 THESIS ENGL 541B Seminar in Creative Writing: Requirements for thesis are stated on page 29. Fiction ...... *3 ENGL 541C Seminar in Creative Writing: MASTER OF ARTS Poetry ...... *3 Our master’s programs in Literature and 6 Courses from the Graduate Offerings ...... 18 Creative Writing emphasize teaching and the role Creative Thesis ...... 6 of scholarship and creative writing in the devel- Total: ...... 33 opment of teachers. Professors and students alike benefit from and enjoy the individual Students selecting Option C will use Research instruction and mentoring our graduate program Plan III. (See Pages 28). offers. The ratio of graduate students to graduate * Student must choose two of the three classes faculty is approximately 2:1, ideal for students offered. who want help in developing their particular tal- ents. Graduate students join faculty in mentoring and teaching undergraduate students and in con- COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: ducting and presenting research. Our graduate ENGL 5000 Bibliography and Methods of students have gone on to teach in high schools Research (3) and universities, work as writers and editors, and An introduction to the graduate program in pursue further studies in Ph.D. programs across English, a thorough study of the principal tools of the country. literary scholarship and a consideration of the objectives of literary research and the profession ENGLISH (M.A.) of college English teaching. (33 semester hours) ENGL 508A Seminar in Criticism and Theory (3) Program Options A study of various critical approaches to literary Option A: Traditional English M.A. texts and other texts through recent develop- Non-Thesis Option ments in the theory of language and literature. Required: Hours ENGL 5000 Bibliography and Methods of ENGL 508B Special Topics in Criticism and Research ...... 3 Theory (3) 10 Courses from the Graduate Offerings . . . . .30 An intensive study of a narrowly-defined topic in Total: ...... 33 criticism and theory.

Students selecting Option A will use Research ENGL 508C Composition Theory and Pedagogy Plan I. (See Pages 27). (3) The study of major composition theories and Option B: Traditional English M.A. their implications for teaching writing in second- Thesis Option ary school (middle and high school) through the Required: Hours first-year college composition classes. ENGL 5000 Bibliography and Methods of Research ...... 3 ENGL 530A Seminar in English Drama 1550- 8 Courses from the Graduate Offerings ...... 24 1780 (3) Scholarly Thesis ...... 6 Selected topics and playwrights within the period Total: ...... 33 of 1550-1780.

Students selecting Option B will use Research Plan III. (See Pages 28). APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 51

ENGL 530B Special Topics in World Drama (3) ENGL 550C Seminar in Milton (3) A cross-cultural and multi-cultural perspective to A study of Milton’s major poetics and polemical investigate themes and conventions in world works against the social, cultural, political and drama. religious upheavals of his time.

ENGL 530C Seminar in Modern Serious ENGL 551A Rise of the Novel (3) Drama (3) A study of the development of the novel from its Important plays from Ibsen to the present. inception until the end of the eighteenth century.

ENGL 541A Seminar in Creative Writing: ENGL 551B Restoration and Eighteenth Prose Non-Fiction (3) Century British Literature (3) Develop the student’s creative writing and edit- A study of representative works from drama, ing skills to a professional level. poetry, fiction and essays of the period.

ENGL 541B Seminar in Creative Writing: ENGL 551C Special Topics in Eighteenth Fiction (3) Century British Literature (3) Develop the student’s creative writing and edit- A special study in one theme or genre of eigh- ing skills to a professional level. teenth century literature, such as Augustan satire, sentimental poetry, Gothic fiction and women’s ENGL 541C Seminar in Creative Writing: writings. Poetry (3) Develop the student’s creative writing and edit- ENGL 552A Studies in the British Romantic ing skills to a professional level. Period (3) A survey of significant writers and genres from ENGL 549A Medieval English Literature (3) 1780-1830. Studies in major literary figures, excluding Chaucer. ENGL 552B Special Topics in the British Romantic Period (3) ENGL 549B Masterworks of the Middle Ages A specialized study of selected authors, texts and (3) genres from 1780-1830. Emphasis on the great works of literature, philosophy and art extending from 300 A.D. to 1500 ENGL 552C Victorian Poetry (3) A.D., beginning with Augustine’s City of God and Poetry of the great Victorians from 1830 to 1890. ending with Malory’s Morte D’ Arthur. Concentration on major figures will vary from year to year. ENGL 549C Seminar in Chaucer (3) Emphasis on Chaucer’s major writings, including ENGL 552D Victorian Novel (3) Troilus and Criseyede and The Canterbury Tales, stud- Novels of the Victorian period from 1830 to 1890. ied in relation to social, cultural, political, artistic Concentration on major figures will vary from year and religious contexts of the Middle Ages and the to year. 20th century. ENGL 554A American Renaissance (3) ENGL 550A Seminar in Shakespeare (3) A selection of representative works from essays, Reading of selected plays and poems. short stories, novels and poems of the period.

ENGL 550B Renaissance Poets (3) ENGL 554B Nineteenth Century American The poetry of England from the late fifteenth to Fiction (3) the late seventeenth century, excluding Milton. Emphasis on major figures will vary from year to Special emphasis is placed on metaphysical year. May be taken with different topics to maxi- poets. Major figures will vary from year to year. mum of six hours. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 52

ENGL 554C Nineteenth Century American A study of representative novelists and short Poets (3) story writers. Emphasis will be placed on the poetry of Whitman and Dickinson. ENGL 561B Twentieth Century English Poetry (3) ENGL 554D Early American Literature (3) A study of representative poetry including war Major and minor writers from the first arrival of the poets, Georgian poets, high modern poets and Europeans to the American Renaissance. postmoderns. Political, social and cultural context will be provided in reading, films and discussion. ENGL 5550 Independent Study (3) Studies are planned to satisfy special individual ENGL 561C Major Figures in Twentieth Century needs and interests. English Fiction (3) A study of one or two figures in Twentieth Century ENGL 556A Southern Literature (3) English fiction. Works of Southern Literature, excluding Faulkner. ENGL 5700 Literature Across Cultures (3) ENGL 556B Seminar in Faulkner (3) Explores connections among selected literary Several of Faulkner’s novels will be studied. works drawn from diverse cultures and times. Works may represent all genres. ENGL 556C Clarksville and the Southern Renascence (3) ENGL 5710 Selected Topics (3) This course will investigate the role of Clarksville A specialized area of study in linguistics or litera- and the surrounding area (called “The Black ture. May be taken with different topics to a max- Patch”) during the Southern Renaissance (1920- imum of six hours. 1960). Particular attention will be given to the literary achievements of Evelyn Scott, Caroline ENGL 5990 Thesis (6) Gordon and Robert Penn Warren. ENGL 5991 Research Requirement Completion ENGL 558A Twentieth Century American (1) Poetry (3) For students not fulfilling graduate school The range, possibility and achievement in research literacy requirement within one year American poetry from Frost and Robinson to after scheduled completion of thesis, field study present. report, research project paper, or research literacy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent ENGL 558B Major Figures in Twentieth Century semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour American Fiction (3) must be paid every semester until research The works of major figures, excluding Faulkner. requirement is met. May be taken with different topics to maximum of six hours. DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC ENGL 558C Major Figures in Twentieth Century American Poetry (3) Ann Silverberg, Interim Chair Major poets vary from year to year. Music, MMC139 P.O. Box 4625 ENGL 558D African American Literature (3) (931)221-7810 or email at [email protected] A study of the major African American writers. Sharon Mabry, Graduate Coordinator ENGL 560D Twentieth Century American and Music, MMC 318 English Poetry (3) P.O. Box 4625 The works of major figures will be studied. (931) 221-7656 or email at [email protected]

ENGL 561A Twentieth Century English FACULTY Fiction (3) Stephen Clark, Douglas Droste, Gloria Frank, APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 53

Anne Glass, Patricia Halbeck, Allen Henderson, Music Education Concentration Thomas King, Bob Lee, George Mabry, Sharon This program is designed to meet the needs Mabry, Francis Massinon, Ann Silverberg, Richard of teachers and other workers in the field of pro- Steffen, David Steinquest, Lisa Vanarsdel, Jeffrey fessional music education. Students will be Wood, Stanley Yates required to audition in their primary performing area and to demonstrate their ear-training, sight- The mission of the Department of Music is to singing and keyboard proficiency. Normally, provide a comprehensive undergraduate and these examinations will be taken before enrolling graduate education that will produce skilled, in graduate courses. Diagnostic examinations in knowledgeable, creative, and articulate musi- music history and music theory are given to all cians. The Department of Music seeks to fulfill its entering graduate students during the first week mission by providing training and experience for of class. The results will assist the faculty in help- students preparing for careers in music performing the student plan appropriate courses in the ance; providing training toward the development program of study. Deficiencies may be made up of critical thinking in music; providing music train- after matriculation; however, no graduate credit ing and teaching experience for students seeking will be allowed for such work. licensure in education to help meet the need for The student must meet teaching licensure competent music teachers in the State and requirements for admission to candidacy. region; providing education resources and musi- Students who do not elect to write a thesis will be cal experiences as part of a comprehensive required to complete the oral examination and Liberal Arts education; and providing a rich pro- submit an original research paper. gram of artistic and cultural events in conjunction with the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts Required Core: Hours to emphasize the importance of music in the lives MUS 5000 Research in Music ...... 3 of students and the community. MUS 5050 Seminar in Music Education ...... 3

ADMISSION Group A-Select six hours from the following: Refer to page 19 for admission requirements to MUS 5010 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 the College of Graduate Studies. Additional MUS 5020 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 admission requirements are listed below for each MUS 5040 Music Teaching and Learning ...... 3 concentration in the Master of Music degree. MUS 5140 Marching Band Techniques ...... 3 MUS 5260 Materials and Techniques THESIS for Instrumental Instruction ...... 3 Requirements for thesis are stated on page 28. MUS 5270 Vocal Pedagogy ...... 3 MUS 5280 Piano Pedagogy ...... 3 MASTER OF MUSIC MUS 5380 Choral Techniques ...... 3 The Department of Music offers two concentra- MUS 5990 Thesis ...... 6 tions under the Master of Music degree. HUM 5040 Workshop in Elementary Music . . . .3 Individualized programs, personalized mentoring by faculty, and small classes allow for exceptional Group B-Select eleven hours from the following learning opportunities. In addition to the normal or any remaining courses in Group A: Fall/Spring schedule, a program of course offer- MUS 5060 Music Analysis ...... 3 ings has been instituted which allow a student to MUS 5070 Music Analysis ...... 3 complete the Master of Music degree in three MUS 5110 Composition ...... 3 summers and without full-time residence during MUS 5120 Composition ...... 3 the academic year. Courses are offered on a rota- MUS 5160 Technology in the Music Classroom 3 tion basis. Ensembles and private lessons may MUS 5310 Survey of Piano Literature ...... 3 not always be offered during the summer. MUS 5320 Guitar Literature ...... 3 MUS 5330 Music before 1750 ...... 3 MUSIC (M.M.) MUS 5340 Music from 1750 to 1900 ...... 3 (32-33 semester hours) MUS 5350 Music after 1900 ...... 3 MUS 5370 Art Song Literature ...... 3 MUS 5390 Choral Literature ...... 3 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 54

MUS 5420 Symphonic Literature ...... 3 Normally, these examinations will be taken MUS 5430 Chamber Music Literature ...... 3 before enrolling in graduate courses. Diagnostic MUS 5450 Opera Literature ...... 3 examinations in music history and music theory MUS 5460 Music of many Cultures ...... 3 are given to all entering graduate students during MUS 5550 Music for the Band ...... 3 the first week of class. The results will assist the MUS 5800 Advanced Conducting ...... 3 faculty in helping the student plan appropriate MUS 5810 Orchestration ...... 3 courses in the program of study. Deficiencies may Individual Instruction (Maximum of four hours be made up after matriculation; however, no credit, one or two hours per semester) graduate credit will be allowed for such work. Ensemble (Maximum of two hours credit) The Graduate Recital will be supplemented by a written descriptive or analytical narrative Group C-Select two courses from the following: paper that will be filed in the College of Graduate EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: Studies office. Elementary ...... 2 or Choral Conducting Specialization EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: Required Core: Hours Secondary ...... 2 MUS 5000 Research in Music ...... 3 EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership and MUS 5060 Music Analysis ...... 3 Politics ...... 3 MUS 5380 Choral Techniques ...... 3 PSY 5140 Advanced Educational Psychology .3 MUS 5390 Choral Literature ...... 3 MUS 5800 Advanced Conducting ...... 3 Group D-Select one of the following or any MUS 5820 Conducting Practicum ...... 2 remaining course in Group C: MUS 5930 Graduate Recital ...... 2 EDUC 5060 Seminar on Historical/ MUS Electives (preferably Ensembles) ...... 2 Philosophical Foundations of Education . .2 EDUC 5200 Evaluation of Teaching and Group A-Select six hours from the following, to Learning ...... 3 include at least one course in literature EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teacher Effectiveness .3 MUS 5070 Music Analysis ...... 3 HUM 5000 Creativity and the Arts ...... 3 MUS 5110 Composition ...... 3 HUM 5060 Recent Trends in the Humanities .3 MUS 5120 Composition ...... 3 PSY 5110* Lifespan Development ...... 3 MUS 5310 Survey of Piano Literature ...... 3 PSY 5320* Learning and Behavioral MUS 5330 Music before 1750 ...... 3 Disorders ...... 3 MUS 5340 Music from 1750 to 1900 ...... 3 Electives: ...... 2-3 MUS 5350 Music after 1900 ...... 3 Select two to three hours from graduate music MUS 5370 Art Song Literature ...... 3 courses in consultation with the graduate MUS 5420 Symphonic Literature ...... 3 committee. MUS 5430 Chamber Music Literature ...... 3 Total: ...... 32-33 MUS 5450 Opera Literature ...... 3 *Students must have a minimum score of 400 on MUS 5460 Music of many Cultures ...... 3 the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE MUS 5810 Orchestration ...... 3 to enroll. MUS Individual Instruction ...... 1-4

Music Performance Concentration Group B-Select five hours from the following or This program is designed to increase skills in any remaining in Group A: instrumental or vocal performance or conducting, MUS 5010 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 for careers in private music teaching as well as MUS 5020 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 performance and for those who wish to pursue MUS 5050 Seminar in Music Education ...... 3 doctoral studies in applied music. MUS 5160 Technology in the Music Classroom 3 Students will be required to audition in their MUS 5522 Italian Diction for Singers ...... 1 primary performing area and to demonstrate their MUS 5523 German Diction for Singers ...... 1 ear-training, sightsinging and keyboard proficien- MUS 5524 French Diction for Singers ...... 1 cy. Voice majors are expected to demonstrate MUS 5270 Vocal Pedagogy ...... 3 proficiency in German, French, and Italian diction. HUM 5000 Creativity and the Arts ...... 3 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 55

HUM 5060 Recent Trends in the Humanities . .3 *Additional elective credit in Individual Total: ...... 32 Instruction and Ensemble may not exceed three hours. Instrumental Conducting Specialization Required Core: Hours Group A-Select nine hours from the following MUS 5000 Research in Music ...... 3 to include one course in music theory and one MUS 5060 Music Analysis ...... 3 course in either history or literature: MUS 5260 Materials and Techniques MUS 5060 Music Analysis ...... 3 for Instrumental Instruction ...... 3 MUS 5070 Music Analysis ...... 3 MUS 5420 Symphonic Literature ...... 3 MUS 5110 Composition ...... 3 MUS 5550 Music for the Band ...... 3 MUS 5120 Composition ...... 3 MUS 5800 Advanced Conducting ...... 3 MUS 5310 Survey of Piano Literature ...... 3 MUS 5820 Conducting Practicum ...... 2 MUS 5320 Guitar Literature ...... 3 MUS 5930 Graduate Recital ...... 2 MUS 5330 Music before 1750 ...... 3 MUS Electives (preferably Ensembles) ...... 2 MUS 5340 Music from 1750 to 1900 ...... 3 MUS 5350 Music after 1900 ...... 3 Group A-Select three hours from: MUS 5370 Art Song Literature ...... 3 MUS 5070 Music Analysis ...... 3 MUS 5390 Choral Literature ...... 3 MUS 5110 Composition ...... 3 MUS 5420 Symphonic Literature ...... 3 MUS 5120 Composition ...... 3 MUS 5430 Chamber Music Literature ...... 3 MUS 5320 Guitar Literature ...... 3 MUS 5450 Opera Literature ...... 3 MUS 5330 Music before 1750 ...... 3 MUS 5460 Music of many Cultures ...... 3 MUS 5340 Music from 1750-1900 ...... 3 MUS 5550 Music for the Band ...... 3 MUS 5350 Music after 1900 ...... 3 MUS 5800 Advanced Conducting ...... 3 MUS 5430 Chamber Music Literature ...... 3 MUS 5810 Orchestration ...... 3 MUS 5450 Opera Literature ...... 3 MUS 5460 Music of many Cultures ...... 3 Group B-Select five hours from the following or MUS 5810 Orchestration ...... 3 any remaining in Group A: MUS Individual Instruction ...... 1-4 MUS 5010 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 MUS 5020 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 Group B-Select six hours from the following or MUS 5040 Music Teaching and Learning ...... 3 any remaining course in Group A: MUS 5050 Seminar in Music Education ...... 3 MUS 5010 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 MUS 5140 Marching Band Techniques ...... 3 MUS 5020 Directed Studies in Music ...... 3 MUS 5160 Technology in the Music MUS 5050 Seminar in Music Education ...... 3 Classroom ...... 3 MUS 5140 Marching Band Techniques ...... 3 MUS 5260 Materials and Techniques MUS 5160 Technology in the Music Classroom 3 for Instrumental Instruction ...... 3 MUS 5380 Choral Techniques ...... 3 MUS 5270 Vocal Pedagogy ...... 3 MUS 5390 Choral Literature ...... 3 MUS 5280 Piano Pedagogy ...... 3 HUM 5000 Creativity and the Arts ...... 3 MUS 5380 Choral Techniques ...... 3 HUM 5060 Recent Trends in the Humanities . .3 MUS 5522 Italian Diction for Singers ...... 1 Total: ...... 33 MUS 5523 German Diction for Singers ...... 1 MUS 5524 French Diction for Singers ...... 1 Vocal or Instrumental Performance HUM 5000 Creativity and the Arts ...... 3 Specialization HUM 5040 Workshop in Elementary Music . . . .3 Required Core: Hours HUM 5060 Recent Trends in the Humanities . .3 MUS 5000 Research in Music ...... 3 Total: ...... 32 MUS 5930 Graduate Recital ...... 2 A maximum of three hours from disciplines other Pedagogy Class, Primary Performance Area . . .3 than music and humanities may be taken with Individual Instruction, Primary Performance graduate committee approval. Area* ...... 8 MUS Electives (preferably Ensembles) ...... 2 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 56

Applied Music – Group Instruction research paper in the student’s area of interest. (one semester hour each) MUS 5500 Choir MUS 5010 Directed Studies in Music (3) MUS 5600 Symphonic Band Designed to permit graduate students to do a MUS 5630 Marching Band minor piece of research in an area of special inter- MUS 5690 Chamber Ensemble est on an individual basis. MUS 5700 Accompanying MUS 5710 Chamber Singers MUS 5020 Directed Studies in Music (3) MUS 5720 Brass Choir Designed to permit graduate students to do a MUS 5730 Jazz Band minor piece of research in an area of special MUS 5740 Opera Workshop interest on an individual basis. MUS 5750 Orchestra MUS 5760 Woodwind Ensemble MUS 5040 Music Teaching and Learning (3) MUS 5770 Electronic Music Ensemble Musical ability; its source, a description of what MUS 5780 Percussion Ensemble constitutes musical ability and the measurement MUS 5790 Guitar Ensemble and evaluation of musical aptitude. Theories of learning and other related topics which con- Applied Music – Individual Instruction tribute to musical achievement. (1, 2, or 4) Enrollment for individual applied music lessons MUS 5050 Seminar in Music Education (3) must have the approval of the instructor. The stu- Music education foundations and philosophies; dent is expected to have an undergraduate curriculum development; current materials and applied major in the area or to demonstrate teaching techniques; evaluation in music educa- equivalent performing ability. tion. Additional fees are required. MUS 5100 Piano MUS 5060 Music Analysis (3) MUS 5150 Organ Development of analytical skills for music written MUS 5200 Voice from 1820 to the present. Analytical approaches MUS 5300 Violin covering works from the early and late Romantic, MUS 5470 Percussion Impressionist and Expressionist periods; study MUS 5480 Guitar and analysis of serial and post-World War II com- MUS 5830 Viola positional styles. MUS 5840 Cello MUS 5850 String Bass MUS 5070 Music Analysis (3) MUS 5860 Saxophone Development of analytical skills for music written MUS 5870 Flute from 1820 to the present. Analytical approaches MUS 5880 Oboe covering works from the early and late Romantic, MUS 5890 Clarinet Impressionist and Expressionist periods; study MUS 5900 Bassoon and analysis of serial and post-World War II com- MUS 5910 French Horn positional styles. MUS 5920 Trumpet MUS 5930 Graduate Recital MUS 5110 Composition (3) MUS 5940 Trombone Direction and critical evaluation of original com- MUS 5960 Baritone position and traditional compositional theory. MUS 5970 Tuba MUS 5120 Composition (3) COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: Direction and critical evaluation of original com- MUS 5000 Research in Music (3) position and traditional compositional theory. Studies and practice in the techniques of research in music education for the classroom, MUS 5130 Music Technology in the General performance organization and studio. The devel- Classroom (3) opment of research skills and techniques, analy- Integrating music and other arts-related technol- sis of research styles and preparation of a ogy with a general K-8 curriculum. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 57

MUS 5140 Marching Band Techniques (3) music; structural and style-critical analysis of indi- Planning field shows for the marching band, chart- vidual pieces representing the major repertoires ing, dance steps, parade routines and scoring for of the period. outdoor play. MUS 5350 Music after 1900 (3) MUS 5160 Technology in the Music Classroom Survey of repertoires of the Twentieth Century; (3) development of methods and strategies for struc- Provides practical training of current technology tural and style-critical analysis; study of aesthetic in the music classroom. Covers a wide range of and theoretical issues; study of individual pieces software and addresses MIDI sequencing, music representing major repertoires. notation, multimedia authoring, internet resources and interactive CD-ROMS and elec- MUS 5370 Art Song Literature (3) tronic instrument hardware. A survey of solo vocal literature from the seventh century to the present, including French, German, MUS 5260 Materials and Techniques for British and American repertoire. Instrumental Instruction (3) A survey of study and solo material for all instru- MUS 5380 Choral Techniques (3) ments, singly and in small and large ensembles. Deals with the problems of choral instruction, Problems in individual and class instruction con- with an emphasis on organization, rehearsal, dic- sidered. tion, intonation, tone quality, balance, blend and style. The course deals specifically with choral MUS 5270 Vocal Pedagogy (3) music in the secondary school. A survey of widely accepted methods of solo vocal instruction and problems encountered in MUS 5390 Choral Literature (3) vocal pedagogy. This course is primarily con- A survey of choral music from the sixteenth cen- cerned with the development of the young tury to the present, with emphasis on the major singing voice. choral compositions including a cappella works and extended works with chorus and orchestra. MUS 5280 Piano Pedagogy (3) Techniques for teaching piano by the class MUS 5420 Symphonic Literature (3) method; materials and methods for private A survey of the repertoire of the symphony instruction. orchestra from its origins around 1750 to the present day. MUS 5310 Survey of Piano Literature (3) An historical survey of the contributive elements; MUS 5430 Chamber Music Literature (3) stylistic characteristics, form and keyboard tech- A survey of chamber music repertoire from the niques from the 16th century to the 20th century. late eighteenth century to the present day.

MUS 5320 Guitar Literature (3) MUS 5450 Opera Literature (3) Survey of guitar repertoire, literature and associ- A historical survey of the development of opera ated performance practices from the Renaissance from its beginnings in the late sixteenth century to the present. to the present.

MUS 5330 Music before 1750 (3) MUS 5460 Music of many Cultures (3) Survey of the repertoires of Medieval, This course will concentrate on the study of folk Renaissance, and Baroque music; development and traditional music from North and South of methods for structural analysis and the critical America, Asia, Australia, Africa and Europe. Music appraisal of style change; study of individual students’ training in classical Western music will pieces representing the major repertoires; study be used as a point of departure for developing of notation, theory and performance practice. and applying critical and analytical skills to the non-Western music. MUS 5340 Music from 1750 to 1900 (3) Survey of repertoires of Classical and Romantic MUS 5500 Choir (1) APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 58

MUS 5522 Italian Diction for Singers (1) MUS 5620 Topics in Music Education (1) Fundamentals of correct pronunciation of the These numbers used for workshops of short dura- Italian language for speaking and more specifi- tion, organized under the direction of a visiting cally for singing. A detailed explanation of the clinician. International Phonetic Alphabet and how it applies to the Italian language. Some of the MUS 5710 Chamber Singers (1) song and opera repertoire of the language is also studied. MUS 5800 Advanced Conducting (3) Score reading, baton techniques, conducting MUS 5523 German Diction for Singers (1) instrumental and vocal organizations. Fundamentals of correct pronunciation of the German language for speaking and more specifi- MUS 5810 Orchestration (3) cally for singing. A detailed explanation of the Arranging and transcribing for instruments, International Phonetic Alphabet and how it sonorities of instrumental combinations. applies to the German language. Some of the song and opera repertoire of the language is also MUS 5820 Conducting Practicum (2) studied. Prerequisite: 5800 This course applies acquired skills toward the MUS 5524 French Diction for Singers (1) required public conducting concert. Fundamentals of correct pronunciation of the French language for speaking and more specifi- MUS 5930 Graduate Recital (2) cally for singing. A detailed explanation of the International Phonetic Alphabet and how it MUS 5990 Thesis (6) applies to the French language. Some of the Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. song and opera repertoire of the language is also Directed individual research culminating in an studied. appropriate document.

MUS 5530 Music before 1750 (3) MUS 5991 Research Requirement Completion Survey of the repertoires of Medieval, (1) Renaissance and Baroque music; development of For students not fulfilling graduate school methods for structural analysis and the critical research literacy requirement within one year appraisal of style change; study of individual after scheduled completion of thesis, field study pieces representing the major repertoires; study report, research project paper, or research litera- of notation, theory and performance practice. cy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour MUS 5550 Music for the Band (3) must be paid every semester until research Development of music for the band. Analysis of requirement is met. representative works.

MUS 5610 Topics in Music Education (1) These numbers used for workshops of short dura- tion, organized under the direction of a visiting clinician. APSUGradBulletin000-108 6/9/04 10:18 AM Page 59

COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Dr. Thomas Buttery, Dean THESIS email at [email protected] Requirements for thesis are stated on page 28.

In the College of Professional Programs and MASTER OF ARTS IN Social Sciences, graduate education opportuni- EDUCATION ties are provided by the School of Education, The Master of Arts in Education provides oppor- Health and Human Performance, and Psychology. tunities for students with teacher licensure to A primary concern of the College is the profes- enhance their knowledge base in their chosen sional preparation of students enrolled in its academic discipline and to begin pursuit of cre- graduate programs of study. This is accomplished dentials that will enable them to have upward within courses, workshops, and seminars that mobility in the education profession. The offer exposure to current theoretical develop- Special/education Concentration and instruc- ments in the various disciplines, through close tional Technology Specialization do not require faculty and student professional interaction, and licensure. as a result of research experiences tailored to the individual needs and interests of the students. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION All graduate level concentrations and specializa- (M.A.ED.) tions encourage the growth of the student, both (32-33 semester hours) as a practitioner and as a scholar. The College of Professional Programs and Special Education Concentration Social Sciences is dedicated to becoming an Required: Hours exemplary model for educating and developing EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership professionals. The varied degree programs and and Politics ...... 3 concentrations in the School of Education, and PSY 5320 Learning and Behavior Disorders . .3 the Departments of Health and Human SPED 5530 Instructional Implementation . . . . .3 Performance and Psychology provide opportuni- SPED 5720 Multidisciplinary Assessment ties for enhancing knowledge and skills to meet in Special Education ...... 3 professional challenges in healthcare and indus- SPED 5730 Seminar on Characteristics: try settings, schools and the community. Mild and Moderately Handicapped . . . . .3 SPED 5740 Seminar on Severe/Profound Handicapped ...... 3 SCHOOL OF EDUCATION SPED 5750 Classroom Management of Phil Roberson, Director Handicapped Learners ...... 3 email at [email protected] Select One Research Plan: Plan I EDUC 5000 Research in Education . . . .3 FACULTY: Plan II EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5950 Bettie Barrett, Margaret Deitrich, Sutton Flynt, Research Paper ...... 6 Moniqueka Gold, Dolores Gore, Carlette Hardin, Plan III EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5990 Thesis . . .9 Ann Harris, Mary Jane Hayes, Larry Lowrance, Electives: Select three to eight hours from grad- Donald Luck, Rebecca Tenasse, Heraldo uate courses in consultation with the student’s Richards, and Allan Williams graduate committee. Students may use selected licensure courses as electives, as approved by ADMISSION their committee. Refer to page 19 for admission requirements Total: ...... 32-33 to the College of Graduate Studies. There are no additional requirements for admission to the Instructional Technology Specialization School of Education, except for admission into Required: ...... Hours Educational Leadership Studies and Admini- EDUC 5000 Research in Education ...... 3 stration Supervision. See page 21. EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: Elementary APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 60

or Language Arts/Reading EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: Mathematics Secondary ...... 2 Music EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership Research (Thesis Option) and Politics ...... 3 Science EDUC 5200 Evaluation of Teaching and Science/Mathematics/Technology Learning ...... 3 Spanish Education EDUC 5611 Education Computer Applications Teaching and Learning or Electives: Select three to seven hours from grad- EDUC 5612 Administrative Computing uate courses in consultation with graduate com- Applications ...... 3 mittee. Students may use licensure courses as EDUC 5613 Instructional Design ...... 3 electives. EDUC 6003 Seminar in Instructional Total: ...... 32-35 Technology ...... 1 EDUC 6005 Instructional Technology Project . .3 Mathematics Specialization EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teaching Effectiveness 3 Required: Hours Electives – Select six hours from: EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: EDUC 5614 Electronic Publishing ...... 3 or EDUC 5616 Multi-Media ...... 3 EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: EDUC 5617 Instructional Internet ...... 3 Secondary ...... 2 EDUC 5619 Technological Training Methods . .3 EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership EDUC 5621 Instructional Video Design ...... 3 and Politics ...... 3 EDUC 5625 Maintenance and Management . . .3 EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teaching Total: ...... 32 Effectiveness ...... 3 MATH 5350 Calculus for Teachers ...... 3 Advanced Studies Specialization MATH 5520 Algebra for Teachers ...... 3 Required: Hours MAED 5070 Methods, Materials and Strategies EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: in Teaching Mathematics ...... 3 Elementary ...... 2 MAED 5110 Research in Mathematics or Education ...... 3 EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: PSY 5140 Advanced Educational Psychology . .3 Secondary ...... 2 Select One Research Plan: EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership Plan I EDUC 5000 Research in Education . . . .3 and Politics ...... 3 Plan II EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5950 Research EDUC 5200 Evaluation of Teaching and Paper ...... 6 Learning ...... 3 Plan III EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5990 Thesis . . . .9 EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teaching Electives: Select three to seven hours from grad- Effectiveness ...... 3 uate courses in consultation with graduate com- PSY 5140* Advanced Educational Psychology .3 mittee. Students may use selected licensure *Substitution may be made when PSY 3130 has courses as electives, as approved by their been taken. committee. Select One Research Plan: Total: ...... 32-35 Plan I EDUC 5000 Research in Education . . . .3 Plan II EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5950 Research EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES Paper ...... 6 (M.A.ED.) Plan III EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5990 ...... (32 semester hours) Thesis ...... 9 This performance-based curriculum for Specialty Areas: Select eight to 21 graduate prospective administrators is based on the stan- hours from one specialty area in consultation with dards set by the Interstate School Leadership graduate committee. Licensure Consortium and the Tennessee Early Childhood Standards for Administrative Leaders. This pro- English/Communication gram is designed to prepare students for educa- Health and Physical Education tional administrative positions. The program is APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 61

designed to be taken by cohort groups in clusters and instructional leadership. of three courses per term, including a practicum. EDUC 5731 Leadership Studies III: Teaching Students will register for an entire cluster. Upon and Learning ...... 2 completion of the program, the student will EDUC 5732 Leadership Studies III: Instructional receive a Master of Arts in Education and licen- Leadership ...... 2 sure as an administrator. EDUC 5733 Leadership Studies III: Instructional The following requirements must be met Leadership Practicum ...... 2 upon completion of Leadership Studies I: Leadership Studies IV: Educational Diversity Leadership and Systems. In addition to the and Ethics College of Graduate Studies admission require- These courses include Special Education Law, ments, the Educational Leadership Studies diversity issues, and ethics. Program requires the candidate to: EDUC 5741 Leadership Studies IV: 1. Have a Grade Point (GPA) x 100 plus a Educational Diversity Special Graduate Record Exam (GRE) quantita- Educational Law and Issues ...... 2 tive that equals 650 and GPA x 100 plus EDUC 5742 Leadership Studies IV: Diversity GRE qualitative that equals 650 OR a and Ethics ...... 2 total of the two ≥ 1300. EDUC 5743 Leadership Studies IV: 2. Acquire a letter of support from two prac- Educational Diversity Practicum ...... 1 ticing administrators who agree to men- Leadership Studies V: School Law and tor the aspiring administrator throughout Management the program. These courses center on the topics of school law, 3. Complete a screening interview and an school business, technology, school safety and in-basket activity. school plant and facilities. 4. Complete a leadership assessment. EDUC 5751 Leadership Studies V: Law and 5. Submit a valid teaching certificate. Management School Law ...... 2 6. Have a record of successful teaching . . EDUC 5752 Leadership Studies V: Law and experience. Management School Business, Facilities, Technology, and Safety Management . . . . .2 Leadership Studies I: Leadership and Systems EDUC 5753 Leadership Studies V: Law These courses contain a self-analysis of the stu- and Management Practicum ...... 1 dent and how the student fits into leadership Leadership Studies VI: Leadership and positions. Systems and planning will be empha- Systems sized. These courses revisit leadership with a systems Required Hours view derived from the knowledge and experience EDUC 5711 Leadership Studies I: Leadership. .2 gathered within the prior five courses. The cumu- EDUC 5712 Leadership Studies I: Systems lative portfolio with leadership project will be and Research ...... 2 completed. EDUC 5713 Leadership Studies I: Leadership EDUC 5761 Leadership Studies VI: Practicum ...... 1 Leadership ...... 1 Leadership Studies II: Human Interaction EDUC 5762 Leadership Studies VI: Systems and These courses involve people, interpersonal Research ...... 1 skills, and communication skills. EDUC 5763 Leadership Studies VI: EDUC 5721 Leadership Studies II: Human Practicum ...... 3 Interaction, Community, Total: ...... 32 Communications and Culture ...... 2 EDUC 5722 Leadership Studies II: Human ENDORSEMENT Interaction Human Resources ...... 2 Licensing as an administrator from the EDUC 5723 Leadership Studies II: Human Educational Leadership Studies Program Interaction Practicum ...... 2 requires passing the Praxis Series School Leadership Studies III: Instructional Leadership Licensure Assessment (code 11010) Leadership for Tennessee and Kentucky. For passing score These courses will include effective teaching, cur- requirements, contact the APSU licensure office. riculum, measurement, assessment, evaluation, Kentucky also requires Kentucky Specialty Test APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 62

of Instructional and Administrative Practices (min- EDUCATION SPECIALIST imum score of 85% to pass). PROGRAMS OF STUDY

READING (M.A.ED.) EDUCATION SPECIALIST (ED.S.) (32-38 semester hours) (32-39 semester hours) This program is used to satisfy Tennessee The Education Specialist program is designed to licensure upon three years or more of satisfactory permit students to achieve a degree level higher classroom teaching experience or the equivalent; than the master’s. The major is Education with an official transcript on file with the Office of concentrations available in Administration and Teacher Licensure; and an official endorsement Supervision, Counseling and Guidance, plan of study completed with the advisor and Elementary Education, Secondary Education, filed with the Office of Teacher Licensure. and School Psychology. Required: Hours Required Core: Hours EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: EDUC 6500 Curriculum Improvement Elementary and Construction ...... 3 or EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teacher Effectiveness .3 EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: or Secondary ...... 2 PSY 5140* Advanced Educational EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership Psychology ...... 3 and Politics ...... 3 EDUC 5611 Educational Computer RDG 5820 Foundations of Reading and Applications ...... 3 Literacy Development ...... 3 or RDG 5830 Assessing Literacy Needs ...... 3 EDUC 5612 Computers for School RDG 5840 Assisting Students with Literacy Administrators ...... 3 Needs ...... 3 SPED 5550 Trends and Issues in Special RDG 5850 Seminar on Reading ...... 3 Education ...... 3 RDG 5860 Practicum in Literacy or Development ...... 3 SPED 5750 Classroom Management of Disabled Select One Research Plan: Learners ...... 3 Plan I EDUC 5000 Research in Education . . .3 or Plan II EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5950 Research PSY 5320* Learning and Behavioral Paper ...... 6 Disorders ...... 3 Plan III EDUC 5000 and EDUC 5990 Thesis . . .9 EDUC 6050 Seminar on Research ...... 2 Electives-Select nine hours from: or EDUC 525A Trends and Issues in Language Arts3 PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis . . . . .2-3 EDUC 5870 Seminar in Children’s Literature . .3 EDUC 6990 Field Study ...... 4 EDUC 6630 Literacy in the Inclusive or Classrooms ...... 3 PSY 6990 Field Study ...... 4 EDUC 6650 Linking Literacy Instruction Total: ...... 18-19 and Technology ...... 3 *Substitutes for courses completed in an earlier RDG 5890 Teaching Reading in the master’s degree must be approved in consulta- Secondary School ...... 3 tion with graduate committee. RDG 5040 Foundations and Content Areas . . .3 RDG 6051 The Art of Teaching Writing ...... 3 Administration and Supervision Concentration PSY 5110 Lifespan Development ...... 3 Required Core: ...... 18-19 PSY 5320 Learning and Behavior Disorders . . .3 Required: PSY 5190 Psychological Assessment ...... 3 EDUC 6100 Personnel Administration Or and Professional Negotiations ...... 3 EDUC 5200 Evaluation of Teaching and EDUC 6200 Seminar on Leadership and Learning ...... 3 Organizational Theory ...... 3 Total: ...... 32 Electives: Selected in consultation with graduate committee...... 7-8 Total: ...... 32-33 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 63

Non Public School or Non-Licensure Elementary ...... 2 Specialization: or (Ed.S. core courses are not required) EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: Required Core: Secondary ...... 2 Hours or EDUC 5611 Educational Computer EDUC 5310 Organization and Legal Application ...... 3 Foundations ...... 3 or or EDUC 5612 Computers for School PSY 5090 Social and Community Administration ...... 3 Psychology ...... 2-3 EDUC 6050 Seminar on Research ...... 2 PSY 5320 Learning and Behavioral EDUC 6100 Personnel Administration and Disorders ...... 3 Professional Negotiations ...... 3 PSY 5060 Group Dynamics ...... 3 EDUC 6200 Seminar on Leadership and or Organizational Theory ...... 3 PSY 5430 Group Theories and Techniques . . .3 EDUC 6400 Seminar on Social/Cultural PSY 5720 Internship in Counseling ...... 6 Foundations of Education ...... 3 Total: ...... 32 EDUC 6900 Internship in Administration ...... 6 EDUC 6990 Field Study ...... 4 Elementary Education Concentration EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teacher Required Core: ...... 18-19 Effectiveness ...... 3 Specialty Area ...... 9-12 or Courses must be selected in consultation with PSY 5140 Advanced Educational Psychology . .3 graduate committee: Biology, English/ Electives: Select six hours from the following: Communication, Health and Physical Education, COMM 5050 Public Relations ...... 3 Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics, Music, COMM 5250 Corporate Trends in Psychology, Special Education and Early Communication ...... 3 Childhood Education. ECON 5010 Survey of Economics ...... 3 Electives: ...... 2-5 EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership Total: ...... 32-36 and Politics ...... 3 ENGL 541A Seminar in Composition ...... 3 School Psychology Concentration HHP 5000 Research Processes in Health Required Core: ...... 14 and Human Performance ...... 3 Concentration Requirements: HHP 5410 Stress Management ...... 3 PSY 5110 Lifespan Development ...... 3 HHP 5050 Organization, Administration PSY 5440 Diversity Issues in Counseling ...... 3 and Supervision ...... 3 PSY 5630 Practicum in School Psychology . . . . .2 PSY 5060 Group Dynamics ...... 3 PSY 6700 Internship in School Psychology . . . .6 PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis ...... 3 Total: ...... 33 PSY 5530 Performance Appraisal and Feedback ...... 3 Secondary Education Concentration PSY 5570 Work Motivation ...... 3 Required Core: ...... 18-19 PM 5200 Political Theories of Social Choice . .3 Specialty Area ...... 9-12 PM 5300 Theory of Bureaucratic and Select nine to 12 hours in consultation with grad- Administration Organization ...... 3 uate committee: Biology, English/Communi- PM 5400 Public Planning ...... 3 cation, Health and Physical Education, Language SOC 5100 Culture and Personality ...... 3 Arts/Reading, Mathematics, Music, Psychology, SOC 5300 Behavior and Organizations ...... 3 Special Education and Early Childhood Total: ...... 32 Education. Electives: ...... 2-5 School Counseling Total: ...... 32-35 Required Core: ...... 18-19 Concentration Requirements: EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 64

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: EDUC 5200 Evaluation of Teaching and EDUC 5000 Research in Education (3) Learning (3) Study and practice in the techniques of educa- Designed to aid the teacher or administrator in tional research; isolation of research problems; evaluating pupils and programs in terms of goal development of skill in reading, interpreting and achievement, desired outcomes, program adjust- applying research with extensive reading related ment and development of evaluation strategies. to the student’s interest. Should be taken at the end of your program. EDUC 525 xs Trends and Issues in Elementary Education (2) EDUC 5010 Curriculum Development: Elementary (2) EDUC 525A Language Arts Designed to assist the student in acquiring Designed to provide familiarity with current knowledge and competencies in curriculum research related to programs and practices, mate- development. Organizational patterns, roles and rials and organizational plans for teaching reading research are among the topics to be covered. and language arts in elementary and middle schools. (Recommended for non-majors and non- EDUC 5050 Curriculum Development: minors in reading). Secondary (2) Designed to assist the student in acquiring EDUC 525B Science knowledge and competencies in curriculum Designed to develop competence in elementary development and supervision. Organizational and middle school teachers to cope with current patterns, roles and research are among the topics strategies and innovative practices, new curricula to be covered. projects, selection of programs and materials and evaluation of pupil progress in elementary and EDUC 5060 Seminar on Historical/Philosophical middle school science. Foundations in Education (2) A discussion and study of the evaluation of edu- EDUC 525C Social Studies cational theories and philosophies from Plato to Designed to develop competence in elementary Bruner, with particular reference to their impact and middle school teachers by providing organi- upon educational developments in the United zational planning of materials of instruction at States. level of interest for teaching social studies in elementary and middle school. EDUC 5080 Classroom Organization and Management (3) EDUC 525D Creative Arts Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Designed to develop competence in elementary Study of the theories of classroom organization and middle school teachers to affect program and management and their application. A field changes in the creative arts by investigating exist- experience is required. ing structures, models and teaching strategies, innovative practices and interdisciplinary EDUC 5090 Middle Grades Curriculum, approaches to the arts. Art, music, drama, and Program and Philosophy (3) photography will receive specific attention. A study of curriculum, program and philosophy uniquely focused on the middle grades student. EDUC 5300 Supervision of Student Teachers Nationally recognized curriculum materials will (2) be the focus of the course. Designed as an in-service workshop for professional teachers who are involved in the supervi- EDUC 5100 School/Community Leadership sion of student teachers. Studies are made of and Politics (3) problems and solutions in guiding the student Survey of some problems leaders face in the teacher in the range of the teacher’s work. school and community; study of power and political structures; the importance of public relations; EDUC 5310 Organization and Legal and the school leader’s responsibilities for devel- Foundations of Education (3) oping leadership in the school and community. A survey course presenting the administrative APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 65

organization of the educational system at state, EDUC 5614 Electronic Publishing (3) county and system levels. At least half the class Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor will be devoted to an examination of the legal The basis of electronic publishing for paper and framework within which school personnel must electronic products. function. EDUC 5616 Multi-Media Creation (3) EDUC 5320 Supervision of Instruction (2) Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor Addresses roles and duties of supervisor, skills Technical skills in the areas of graphics, audio, needed, major theories of supervision, employee quick time and hypermedia creation to create a motivation and leadership. hypermedia based project.

EDUC 5340 Auxiliary Services: Business and EDUC 5617 Instructional Internet Use (3) Facilities Management (3) Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor Designed to meet the needs of those students Provides teachers with the technical skills and interested primarily in school administration. The ideas to use the internet in their classroom. major topics covered are (1) revenue sources, budgeting, bookkeeping and accounting at the EDUC 5618 Visual Literacy and Design (3) building and system level and (2) facility surveys, Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor planning, financing and management. The study of the principles of visual design applied to the development of instructional EDUC 5420 Problem in Education (1, 2, 3) materials. Planned to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a problem which is not covered in the EDUC 5619 Technological Training Methods (3) context of a regular course. The course will prepare students to work in a training environment by examining differences EDUC 5430 Problem in Education (1, 2, 3) between traditional teaching and training and Planned to meet the needs of students who wish through the application of an instructional design to pursue a problem which is not covered in the model. Discussions will be included on the context of a regular course. scope, purpose, and cost efficiency of training. On-line training will be investigated to determine EDUC 5611 Education Computer Applications factors that lead to effective on-line training. (3) Students will demonstrate competency in micro- EDUC 5620 Supervised Public School Teaching computer applications in the instructional (12) process, including the use of instructional soft- Prerequisite: See Director of the School of Education. ware, designing programs and use of micros in When requested by a public school system, stu- classroom management. dent will teach one semester with an interim C license under the supervision of mentor teacher EDUC 5612 Administrative Computing and a University Supervisor. Must be approved Applications (3) by the Director of Teacher Education; School sys- Designed to develop competency in areas of tem initiates the request. Applies to Grades 7-12. school management which can be enhanced with computer applications. EDUC 5621 Instructional Video Design (3) Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor EDUC 5613 Instructional Design (3) Basics of video design and application of video in Prerequisites: EDUC 5611, EDUC 5612, or permission an educational setting. of instructor The fundamental principles of instructional deign EDUC 5625 Maintenance and Management (3) and technology. Foundation theory in practice of Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 or permission of instructor instructional design, communications and psy- Training to maintain computer technology in a chology using a systems approach to the devel- school setting, technology planning cycle and opment of instruction. developing a technology plan. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 66

EDUC 5711 LEADERSHIP STUDIES I - EDUC 5723 Leadership Studies II - Human LEADERSHIP AND SYSTEMS: LEADERSHIP Interaction: Practicum (2) (2) This course offers the student the opportunity to This course offers the principles and theories of learn on-site at a local school. The student will be leadership, change, conflict resolution and organ- requested to participate in and observe actual ization. The role of the educational leader in a human interactions. With the mentor’s support pluralist environment will be assessed. The stu- and assistance, real-world situations will become dents will examine the dispositions and perform- part of the student’s learning experiences includ- ances necessary for a successful leader. ing the classroom discussions in EDUC 5721 and EDUC 5722. The role of the educational leader in EDUC 5712 Leadership Studies I - Leadership a pluralist environment will be assessed. The stu- and Systems: Systems and Research (2) dents will examine the dispositions and perform- This course offers the principles and theories of ances necessary for a successful leader. systems and the development of plans, both improvement and strategic. The student assesses EDUC 5731 Leadership Studies III - his/her leadership abilities and skills. An individ- Instructional Leadership: Teaching, Learning, ual improvement plan will be developed. These and Research (2) students will examine the dispositions and per- This course offers learning opportunities in effec- formances necessary for a successful leader. tive instructional methodology as advocated by current literature. Topics include curriculum EDUC 5713 Leadership Studies I - Leadership development, assessment processes and alter- and Systems: Practicum (1) native measurement of student learning. This course offers the student the opportunity to learn on-site at a local school. The student will be EDUC 5732 Leadership Studies III - requested to participate in and observe actual Instructional Leadership: Instructional leadership practices. With the mentor’s support Supervision (2) and assistance, real-world situations will become This course offers learning opportunities for stu- part of the student’s learning experiences includ- dents to develop instructional leadership skills to ing the classroom discussions in EDUC 5711 and support student learning. Students will analyze EDUC 5712. The role of the educational leader in and diagnose the teaching and learning environ- a pluralist environment will be assessed. ment through basic planning processes including professional development planning and curricu- EDUC 5721 Leadership Studies II - Human lum development and alignment. Interaction: Communication and Personnel (2) This course offers the principles and theories of EDUC 5733 Leadership Studies III - communication among individuals and within Instructional Leadership: Practicum (2) groups. Effective communication and motivation This course offers the student the opportunity to practices for a leader will be exemplified. learn on-site at a school. The student will be Increased participative management opportuni- requested to participate in and observe the actu- ties within schools will be examined. The stu- al teaching and learning environment. With the dents will examine the coaching and communica- mentor’s support and assistance, real-world situ- tion dispositions and performance necessary for a ations will become part of the student’s learning successful leader. experiences including the classroom discussions in EDUC 5731 and EDUC 5732. The students will EDUC 5722 Leadership Studies II - Human develop elements of a school improvement plan Interaction: Community and School Culture (2) including professional development opportuni- This course offers the knowledge and skills nec- ties for a specific school in conjunction with the essary to interact with staff from a human resource co-requisite courses. perspective. Students will learn consensus building skills and negotiating skills. The dispositions EDUC 5741 Leadership Studies IV - necessary to interact with others successfully will Educational Diversity and Ethics: Special be examined. Educational Law and Issues (2) This course offers learning opportunities for stu- APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 67

dents to learn the legal parameters of school EDUC 5761 Leadership Studies VI - Leadership leadership regarding special education. Students and Systems: Leadership (1) will explore education legislation, case law and its This course offers the final support for the princi- application in schools. ples and theories of leadership, change, conflict resolution and organization in consort with a lead- EDUC 5742 Leadership Studies IV - Educational ership project. The role of the educational leader Diversity and Ethics: Diversity and Ethics (2) in a pluralist environment will be performed. This course offers learning opportunities for students to develop a personal code of ethics, EDUC 5762 Leadership Studies VI - Leadership explore diversity issues in the school and in the and Systems: Systems and Research (1) classroom. Students will discuss leadership dis- This course offers the principles and theories of positions, appreciation of diversity and ideals of systems and the development of plans, both education in the society. improvement and strategic. The student develops and executes a leadership project to demon- EDUC 5743 Leadership Studies IV - strate his/her leadership abilities and skills. Educational Diversity and Ethics: Practicum (1) This course offers the student the opportunity to EDUC 5763 Leadership Studies VI - Leadership learn on-site at a local school. The student will be and Systems: Practicum (3) requested to apply the content from special edu- This course offers the student the opportunity to cation law, diversity and ethics in the school set- learn on-site at a local school. The student will be ting. Students will be expected to develop port- requested to develop and execute a leadership folio pieces that reflect the performance out- project and complete the cumulative end-of-pro- comes for this course. gram portfolio. With the mentor’s support and assistance, real-world situations will become part of the EDUC 5751 Leadership Studies V ñ School Law student’s learning experiences including the class- and Management: School Law (2) room discussions in EDUC 5761 and EDUC 5762. This course offers learning opportunities for students to learn the essentials of school law and EDUC 581x Mini-Course (1-3) school governance. Students will explore legisla- Specialized courses that focus on improving tion, case law and its application in schools and in teaching skills. Each course identifies specific the classrooms. teaching areas, skills and competencies designed for elementary and secondary teachers and EDUC 5752 Leadership Studies V - School Law administrators who supervise instruction. and Management: School Management (2) This course offers learning opportunities for stu- EDUC 5870 Seminar in Children’s Literature (3) dents to develop a working knowledge of school Focuses on appreciation, selection and use of policies, procedures and operational strategies in children’s literature related to curriculum the area of safety, fiscal affairs, technology and enhancement and the needs of children. facilities. Students will engage in discussions of the relationships between the varied manage- EDUC 5900 Practicum in Educational ment aspects of school leadership and the Administration (3) instructional program. Designed to provide on-the-job experience for candidates in administration and supervision. EDUC 5753 Leadership Studies V - School Law Must be scheduled toward the end of one’s pro- and Management: Practicum (1) gram of study and after the basic courses in the This course offers the student the opportunity to specialty are taken. Pass-fail grading. learn on-site at a local school. The student will apply the law and management principles in the EDUC 5950 Research Paper (3) school setting. The student will collect data by Designed to meet the Plan II research require- conducting a school climate/environmental study. ments for the M.A.Ed. The student will collect portfolio pieces in the school, the central office and from the state department. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 68

EDUC 5990 Thesis (3) EDUC 6100 Personnel Administration and Designed to meet the Plan III research require- Professional Negotiations (3) ments for the M.A.Ed. Presentation of various aspects of administrative, instructional and non-instructional management- EDUC 5991 Research Requirement Completion qualifications, selections, pay schedules and gen- (1) eral policies dealing with retirement, sick leave, For students not fulfilling graduate school insurance and other issues. research literacy requirement within one year after scheduled completion of thesis, field study EDUC 6200 Seminar on Leadership and report, research project paper, or research litera- Organizational Theory (3) cy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent Presentation of the classical models of manage- semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour ment which support leadership theory: examina- must be paid every semester until research tion of leadership in educational and other organ- requirement is met. izations; study of leadership as revealed in specific leaders. EDUC 603A Seminar on Administration: Law (2) A critical study of selected problems in school EDUC 6400 Social/Cultural Foundations in administration. Emphasis will be given to the role Education (3) of educational leadership as related to the con- Presentation of past and contemporary actors in tent areas examined. American education through anthropological and sociological perspectives. EDUC 603B Seminar on Administration: Principalship (3) EDUC 6500 Seminar on Curriculum A critical study of selected problems in school Improvement and Construction (3) administration. Emphasis will be given to the role Basic principles of curriculum improvement with of educational leadership to the content areas emphasis upon the means by which schools can examined. more effectively provide learning through curricular organization, adjustment and rebuilding. EDUC 6050 Seminar on Research (2) Prerequisite: EDUC 5000 EDUC 6610 Issues & Applications in Designed to update educators on latest research Instructional Technology (3) in areas of concern; i.e. instruction, curriculum, Prerequisite: EDUC 5613 management, etc. Seminar with directed, in depth readings in Instructional Technology Research and EDUC 6060 Workshop in Educational Application. Administration (2) Designed to provide specified experiences EDUC 6630 Literacy in the Inclusive Classroom based on demonstrated needs of a particular (3) group. Simulation and participation in a work- This course will provide graduate students with shop format is expected. the concepts and skills necessary to identify and inform strategic decisions. Emphasis will involve EDUC 6070 Selected Topics in Educational choosing and implementing a variety of methods, Administration (1, 2, 3) materials, and technological tools to enhance Designed to provide a specified experience for learning in the context of the literacy instruction an individual or a group of individuals. Content in the inclusive learning environment. will vary depending on demonstrated needs. EDUC 6650 Linking Literacy Instruction and Technology (3) This course is designed for graduate students who seek to integrate technology as an effective tool in literacy instruction in the K-12 classroom and for curriculum developers seeking educa- tionally relevant reading programs. Specific focus APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 69

will examine the role of technology with other Students will conduct intervention and remedial instructional methods, curricular priorities, and instruction with a disabled reader. Attention will varied approaches to assessment. be given to a variety of skill-based and holistic materials. EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teaching Effectiveness (3) RDG 5850 Seminar on Reading (3) Focus on theory and practice of teaching, with A critical study of the literature and research relat- emphasis upon leadership responsibilities in ed to reading/literacy issues. improving the effectiveness of the classroom teacher. RDG 5860 Practicum in Literacy Development (3) EDUC 6900 Internship in Administration (6) Prerequisites: RDG 5820, RDG 5830, RDG 5840. Designed to provide an elective experience for An experience in a school-related setting which students seeking the Ed.S. degree. The experi- may consist of clinical practice, developmental ence must be full-time and continuous. reading, supervisory or consultant work - or a Approximately 250 hours on the job will be combination. Pass/Fail. expected. RDG 5890 Teaching Reading in the Secondary EDUC 6990 Field Study (4) School (3) Provides a field research in an area related to the A course designed to train teacher’s develop- student’s specialization. The research topic must mental, corrective, and remedial reading on the be approved in advance by the candidate’s grad- secondary level. uate committee. Guides to assist students in preparing a research proposal are available in the RDG 6051 The Art of Teaching Writing (3) education department. This course is designed for graduate students who seek to integrate writing across the curricu- READING lum in their classrooms. The exploration of meth- School of Education ods, materials, and environmental organizations by which students in K-12 classrooms can devel- RDG 5040 Foundations and Content Areas (3) op and improve their writing skills and abilities Designed to prepare teachers to address literacy will be emphasized. Additionally, varied and in the content areas from the intermediate grades innovative methods of publication and evalua- through the secondary level. tion of written expression will be addressed.

RDG 5420 Problems in Reading (1, 2, 3) Designed for those special topics not covered in DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH scheduled classes. AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

RDG 5820 Foundations of Reading and Wayne Chaffin, Department Chair Literacy Development (3) Health and Human Performance, The process of reading – including methods, Dunn Center 268 materials, research and current trends in literacy P.O. Box 4445 instruction. (931) 221- 6115 or email at [email protected]

RDG 5830 Assessing Literacy Needs (3) FACULTY Prerequisites: RDG 5820 or permission of instruc- Anne Black, Rebecca Glass, Rae Hansberry, Marcy tor. The correlates of literacy difficulties; Maurer, Omie Shepherd, and Gregg Steinberg advanced assessment/diagnostic procedures. Supervised practice with students. The Department of Health and Human Performance promotes learning and personal RDG 5840 Assisting Students with Literacy growth within an educational environment that is Needs (3) characterized by small classes, professional men- Prerequisites: RDG 5820, RDG 5830 toring interactions between students and faculty, APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 70

broad-based course offerings and instructional ty athletic departments, professional sports, and activities that are theoretically based and include sport agencies. The Public and Community experiential opportunities. The recognition and Health Concentration provides opportunity for appreciation of diversity is an integral component students to prepare for positions in state and of the department and its various disciplines. local health departments, community agencies, Graduate offerings in the Department of and state agencies. Health and Human Performance are designed to prepare leaders to meet challenges in ever- HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE changing community, educational, and health (M.S.) care environments. The goal of the Department of (33-36 semester hours) Health and Human Performance is to advance the Required Core: Hours understanding of the concepts, issues and prac- HHP 5000 Research Processes in HHP ...... 3 tices of the discipline; promote independent HHP 5250 Statistics and Assessment ...... 3 thought and the ability to generate new knowl- HHP 5410 Stress Management ...... 3 edge; and enhance the ability to contribute sig- HHP 5750 Applied Nutrition ...... 3 nificantly to the academic community, profes- Total: ...... 12 sions, and society. The Department of Health and Human Performance offers a concentration in Public and Community Health Concentration Public and Community Health, as well as Exercise Required Core: ...... 12 Science, Health Services Administration, and Concentration Requirements: Sports Administration specializations. HHP 5500 Epidemiology ...... 3 HHP 5550 Public Health Education ...... 3 ADMISSION HHP 5600 Legal Aspects of HHP ...... 3 Refer to page 19 for admission requirements to HHP 5700 Health Aspects of Aging ...... 3 the College of Graduate Studies. There are no Electives: ...... 9 additional requirements for admission to the Total: ...... 33 Department of Health and Human Performance. Exercise Science Specialization THESIS Required Core: ...... 12 Requirements for thesis are stated on page 28. Specialization Requirements: Students electing the non-thesis option for a HHP 5150 Efficiency of Human Movement . . . .3 master’s degree will be required to complete an HHP 5350 Physiology of Exercise ...... 3 independent project designed by the student HHP 5460 Procedures of Graded Exercise and approved by the student’s major professor. A Testing ...... 3 written report of this project must be submitted HHP 5600 Legal Aspects of HHP ...... 3 to the College of Graduate Studies, where it will Electives: ...... 9 be reviewed and approved. Total: ...... 33

Health Services Administration Specialization MASTER OF SCIENCE Required Core: ...... 12 The Exercise Science Specialization provides Specialization Requirements: opportunity for students to prepare for positions HHP 5050 Organization, Administration, in rehabilitation centers within hospitals and clin- and Supervision ...... 3 ics, wellness centers in hospitals, businesses, HHP 5510 Health Care Economics ...... 3 industries, and fitness centers in both the public HHP 5610 Issues in Health Services and private sectors. The Health Services Administration ...... 3 Administration Specialization, an online program, HHP 5620 Administration Perspective of provides opportunity for students to prepare for Disease ...... 3 positions in hospitals, clinics, community agen- HHP 5630 Financial Management of Health cies, managed care organizations, and govern- Services ...... 3 ment agencies. The Sports Administration HHP 5640 Human Resource Management . . . .3 Specialization provides opportunity for students HHP 5700 Health Aspects of Aging to prepare for positions in colleges and universi- and Long Term Care ...... 3 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 71

HHP 5730 Legal Aspects of Health Services HHP 5150 Efficiency of Human Movement (3) Administration ...... 3 SU Total: ...... 36 The factors which produce successful motor performance. Includes the interpretation of existing Sports Administration Specialization research and its application to skill development Required Core: ...... 12 and the contribution of physiological factors and Specialization Requirements: mechanical principles as aspects of performance. HHP 5210 Directing Athletic Programs ...... 3 HHP 5400 Facilities and Equipment in Sports .3 HHP 5200 The Total School Health Program (3) HHP 5600 Legal Aspects of HHP ...... 3 Designed to familiarize the student with a well- HHP 5710 Psychological and Sociological Aspects balanced school health program. Opportunity is of Sports ...... 3 provided for actual observation and evaluation of Electives: ...... 9 school health programs. Total: ...... 33 HHP 5210 Directing Athletic Programs (3) SU During the last term in residence, or as otherwise Problems involved in developing and planning specified, the candidate must pass a departmen- an interscholastic athletic program. Emphasis is tal exit examination conducted by the student’s placed on scheduling, use of physical plant, graduate committee. Guidelines for examination selection and purchase of equipment, athletic may be obtained from departmental office. injuries and other areas of interest.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: HHP 5250 Statistics and Assessment (3) F HHP 5000 Research Processes in Health and The purpose of this course is to teach the student Human Performance (3) F to (1) structure, administer and evaluate tests, (2) An introduction to quantitative and qualitative utilize appropriate statistical procedures in eval- research methods in health and human perform- uating test results, (3) apply computer skills in ance. Designed to develop competency in ana- data analyses techniques to test construction and lyzing research and to provide the experience of evaluation, and (4) interpret statistical methods developing a research problem. for specific research designs.

HHP 5040 Current Trends in Sports HHP 5350 Physiology of Exercise (3) S Administration (3) Application of science, particularly physiology to Identification and analysis; Emphasis on mean- exercise. Emphasis is placed on the application ingful, outstanding studies and research in the of energy concepts in developing physical train- field of sports administration. ing programs, prevention and delay of fatigue, nutrition and performance, control of body weight HHP 5050 Organization, Administration and and maintenance of body temperature. Supervision (3) The management aspects of developing and con- HHP 5400 Facilities and Equipment in Sports ducting a health service and/or human perform- (3) S ance program. Emphasis will be placed upon the Designed to give the graduate student a knowl- role and responsibility of management, supervi- edge of planning indoor and outdoor facilities in sors and employees. physical education and athletics, including construction, materials, costs and physical plant HHP 5100 Advanced Health Sciences (3) operation. This course is to (1) reinforce scientific facts about health issues and problems, (2) enhance the stu- HHP 5410 Stress Management (3) F dent’s knowledge and skills deemed essential to An examination of techniques used to manage the field of health education practice as delineat- health problems caused by stress. ed by the profession, and (3) enhance the student’s knowledge of the history and philosophy HHP 5420 Aging and Motor Behavior (3) of health education. This course highlights current research in the behavioral sciences related to motor behavior, APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 72

the older adult and the aging process. It is specif- HHP 5550 Public Health Education (3) S ically designed for those students interested in Planning and organization in the public health gerontology, health and physical education, phys- education field. Use of mass media, group ical therapy, human development and psychology. process, selection of personnel and materials, evaluation methods and procedures for public HHP 5450 Practicum (3-6) health and grant writing. The student is provided an opportunity to study specific problems in the field of athletics, health, HHP 5600 Legal Aspects of Health and Human physical education and/or recreation. Performance (3) S Federal, state and local regulations governing HHP 5460 Procedures of Graded health care institutions, systems and personnel. ExerciseTesting (3) SU Organizational theory, decision making, leader- Designed to acquaint the student with methods, ship and principles of personnel and fiscal control. procedures and techniques of diagnostic and functional graded exercise testing. Student will HHP 5610 Issues in Health Services develop aptitude and knowledge regarding refer- Administration (3) ral procedures, data interpretation contraindica- Current issues and emerging trends in health tions, protocol, equipment and follow-up proce- services administration. Include strategies for an dures regarding graded exercise testing. era of health reforms, the new hospital and alter- native facilities and new program offerings and HHP 5470 Special Studies (3) guidelines for the health service market, includ- Provides an opportunity for students individually ing trends in mergers, acquisitions, competition, or in groups, to study specialized problems that contracting, managed care, policy, capitation and have been identified in a health area such as ethics. alcoholism, drug abuse, consumer health, family life education, etc. The work may be carried out HHP 5620 Administrative Perspective of as an individual project, or a phase of a confer- Disease (3) ence workshop. Malfunctions of organs and body systems as they relate to more common diseases and to the cor- HHP 5500 Epidemiology (3) S rect usage, pronunciation and meaning of med- The principles and concepts of Epidemiology ical terms. Examine issues in measuring health, and its application to the practice of public and diagnosing and treating illnesses from an epi- community health education. Disease investiga- demiological, sociological and political perspec- tion techniques, communicable and chronic dis- tive as they impact health delivery systems. ease prevention and control, biostatistics, health behavior models, public health surveillance, data HHP 5630 Financial Management of Health gathering techniques and educational implica- Care Services (3) tions are discussed. Financial management theory, principles and concepts applicable to health care organizations. HHP 5510 Health Care Economics (3) Economic aspects of the health care industry with HHP 5640 Human Resource Management (3) emphasis on the tools of economics and their Integration of personnel/human resource man- application to the delivery of health care services. agement systems with health care industry environments. HHP 5540 Health Promotion Principles and Practices (3) HHP 5650 Alcohol Education (3) SU Overview of concepts related to the emerging Alcohol use and misuse. Patterns and trends of field of health promotion to include moderate use, theories of dependence, pharmacological exercise, practical nutrition education, effective aspects and health consequences explored. stress awareness and management practices and Emphasis given concerning identification of stu- positive self-image enhancement principles. Also dents with alcohol related problems and the role emphasized will be the development, imple- of the school in alcohol prevention, education, mentation and evaluation of comprehensive intervention and referral. health promotion programs in worksite settings. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 73

HHP 5700 Health Aspects of Aging (3) S fees for one credit hour must be paid every Physiological, medical and psychosocial factors semester until research requirement is met. that affect the health, health promotion and health care services of older individuals are examined. DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY HHP 5710 Psychological and Sociological David Denton, Chair Aspects of Sports (3) S Psychology, CL205 Application of the knowledge base of psychology P.O. Box 4537 to the human endeavors of athletics. Introduction (931) 221-7232 or email at [email protected] of behavioral principles, motivational research, personality factors, social/psychological findings, FACULTY cognitive processes, dysfunctional behavior Stuart Bonnington, LuAnnette Butler, David knowledge and psychometric assessment proce- Denton, Sam Fung, Buddy Grah, Uma Iyer, Jean dures for the purpose of enhancing performance. Lewis, Maureen McCarthy, Nanci Woods, Barrie Woods HHP 5720 Topical Seminar (3) The Psychology Department teaches stu- HHP 5730 Legal Aspects of Health Services dents the empirical approach to understanding Administration (3) the mind and behavior within an environmental Selected laws applicable to the interrelationship and cultural context. We challenge our under- of our legal system with the structure and func- graduate and graduate students to develop ana- tions of the health care institution. lytical and critical thinking skills necessary to become life-long learners as part of a compre- HHP 5750 Applied Nutrition (3) F hensive liberal arts education. We encourage our Basic nutrition concepts with an emphasis on students to apply their knowledge of research major food components. The essential nutrients and scholarship as ethical and productive mem- and the research associated with the discovery of bers of the community. We serve the university’s these nutrients, their food sources, food labeling, overall mission by contributing to a liberal arts source of reliable nutritional information, food education, by providing concentrated programs faddism and weight control. Practical learning of study in psychology, and by contributing to the experiences bridge the gap between theory and success of other programs of study. The vision of practice, thus giving the student suggestions for the psychology department is to be recognized practical use of scientific information that can be throughout the region for the quality of its aca- used with various age groups and a variety of the demic programs. population. ADMISSION HHP 5900 Technical Writing in Health and Refer to page 19 for admission requirements to Human Performance (3) SU the College of Graduate Studies. In addition to A supervised writing experience which provides meeting the admissions requirements of the the opportunity to extend the depth and profes- College, students must also have a minimum sionalism of research. undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0, GRE scores that are no more than five years old, with a mini- HHP 5950 Research Paper (3) mum verbal and quantitative score of 400 each, and Psychology Department admission approval. HHP 5990 Thesis (6) The deadline for Fall admission is March 1 and for Spring admission it is November 1. Later applica- HHP 5991 Research Requirement Completion tions will be considered based upon openings. (1) Applicants to the Department of Psychology must For students not fulfilling graduate school be formally admitted by the department before research literacy requirement within one year they can enroll in any courses. after completion of course work. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and THESIS Requirements for thesis are stated on page 28. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 74

MASTER OF ARTS PSY 5560 Individual Differences and Organizational Behavior ...... 3 PSYCHOLOGY (M.A.) (33-57 semester hours) Research The following three concentrations are avail- PSY 5950 Research Paper ...... 3 able: industrial/organizational psychology, com- or munity counseling, and school counseling. The PSY 5990 Thesis ...... 6 prerequisite for pursuing this degree is 18 hours Electives ...... 3-6 in psychology, which is equivalent to a minor. Electives may come from the psychology Students should plan a specified program with department or other departments offering gradu- their graduate committees. If seeking a master’s ate programs. Specific courses must be degree in psychology in any of these concentra- approved by the I/O psychology program coordi- tions, candidates must request admission to the nator or the student’s major professor. Students candidacy before completing nine hours of grad- who pursue the thesis option will take only one, uate course work. three-hour elective. PSY 5730 Practicum in Industrial/Organizational Psychology may be Industrial/Organizational Psychology taken as an elective course. Concentration The industrial/organizational psychology concentration will educate students to design, devel- Counseling Concentration op, implement and evaluate psychologically (57-63 semester hours) based human resources interventions in organi- Applicants pusuing a concentration in coun- zations. The scientist-practitioner model will be seling have two choices: Community Counseling employed in the belief that effective practice is or School Counseling. The prerequisite for pursu- grounded in a solid exposure to research. The pri- ing this degree is 18 hours of psychology or psy- mary goal of the program is to prepare graduates chology related courses that should include: gen- for entry-level positions as “master’s level I/O eral psychology, abnormal psychology, human practitioners” in business, industry or govern- development, and statistics. Candidates should ment. The program has been developed in accor- plan a specified program with their graduate com- dance with the Guidelines for Education and mittees. If seeking a master’s degree in guidance Training at the Master’s Level in Industrial/ and counseling in either of these concentrations Organizational Psychology published by Division must request admission to candidacy before 14 of the American Psychological Association. completing nine hours of graduate course work. Prerequisites: 18 hours of undergraduate psychology courses, which must include a course in Community Counseling Concentration industrial and organizational psychology. Other The community counseling concentration courses may include social psychology, learning, prepares students to work in a variety of commu- cognition, personality, statistics, research meth- nity agency settings and/or eventual private prac- ods and measurements. tice. Students completing this concentration will have met the educational requirements for licen- Foundation courses sure in Tennessee as a Licensed Professional PSY 5000 Research in Psychology ...... 3 Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider PSY 5090 Social and Community Psychology . .3 status. PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis ...... 3 Required: Hours PSY 5190 Psychological Assessment ...... 3 PSY 5040 Behavior Modification: Theories PSY 5501 Orientation to Industrial/Organizational and Practice ...... 3 Psychology ...... 1 PSY 5080 Advanced Abnormal Psychology . . . .3 PSY 5090 Social and Community Psychology . .3 I/O Psychology Core: PSY 5110 Lifespan Development ...... 3 PSY 5510 Jobs and Performance Measurement 3 PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis ...... 3 PSY 5520 Staffing ...... 3 PSY 5190 Psychological Assessment ...... 3 PSY 5540 Training and Development ...... 3 PSY 5320 Learning and Behavioral Disorders . .3 PSY 5550 Leadership and Organizational PSY 5400 Theories of Counseling ...... 3 Change ...... 3 PSY 5410 Counseling Techniques ...... 3 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 75

PSY 5411 Skill Development in Counseling . . .3 EDUCATION SPECIALIST PSY 5420 Advanced Counseling Techniques . .3 PROGRAMS OF STUDY PSY 5421 Advanced Skill Development in Counseling ...... 3 EDUCATION SPECIALIST (ED.S.) PSY 5430 Group Theories and Techniques . . . .3 (32-39 semester hours) PSY 5440 Diversity Issues in Counseling ...... 3 The Education Specialist program is PSY 5600 Theories and Counseling in Career designed to permit students to achieve a degree Development ...... 3 level higher than the master’s. The major is PSY 5720 Internship in Community Counseling 6 Education with concentrations available in PSY 5000 Research in Psychology ...... 3 Administration and Supervision, Counseling and PSY 5950 Research Paper ...... 3 Guidance, Elementary Education, and Secondary or Education. PSY 5990 Thesis ...... 6 The psychology department offers one con- PSY 6010 Professional Seminar-Counseling . . .3 centrations, School Counseling, under the Total: ...... 60-63 Educational Specialist Programs of Study. The School Counseling consists of 32 to 33 hours of School Counseling Concentration course work beyond the master’s degree. The school counseling concentration is designed to prepare graduates for school coun- Required Core: Hours seling positions at elementary, middle/junior high EDUC 6500 Curriculum Improvement and high school levels. Graduates will meet the and Construction ...... 3 current licensing requirements for the Tennessee EDUC 6800 Seminar on Teacher Effectiveness .3 Board of Education. The curriculum requirements or include coursework, a 600-hour internship, school PSY 5140 Advanced Educational observation hours for those who have not taught, Psychology ...... 3 and a thesis or research paper. EDUC 5611 Educational Computer Applications3 or Required: Hours EDUC 5612 Computers for School PSY5000 Research in Psychology ...... 3 Administrators ...... 3 PSY5090 Social and Community Psychology . .3 SPED 5550 Trends and Issues in PSY5110 Lifespan Development ...... 3 Special Education ...... 3 PSY5130 Statistics and Data Analysis ...... 3 or PSY5140 Advanced Educational Psychology . .3 SPED 5750 Classroom Management of PSY5190 Psychological Assessment ...... 3 Disabled Learners ...... 3 PSY5320 Learning and Behavioral Disorders . .3 or PSY5400 Theories of Counseling ...... 3 PSY 5320 Learning and Behavioral Disorders .3 PSY5411 Skill Development in Counseling . . . .3 EDUC 6050 Seminar on Research ...... 2 PSY5420 Advanced Counseling Techniques . . .3 or PSY5421 Adv. Skill Development in PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis ...... 3 Counseling ...... 3 EDUC 6990 Field Study ...... 4 PSY5430 Group Theories and Techniques . . . .3 or PSY5440 Diversity Issues in Counseling ...... 3 PSY 6990 Field Study ...... 4 PSY5600 Theories and Counseling in Total: ...... 18-19 Career Development ...... 3 PSY5640* Practicum in School Counseling . . . .3 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: PSY5725 Internship in School Counseling . . . . .3 PSY 5000 Research in Psychology (3) PSY5950 Research Paper ...... 3 An introduction to research design in Psychology. or Topics include measurement and sampling; PSY5990 Thesis ...... 6 experimental quasi-experimental, and correla- PSY6015 Introduction to School Counseling . . .3 tional methods; research ethics. The develop- Total: ...... 57-62 ment of an APA research proposal is a significant *Required for students with no teaching experi- aspect of the course. ence as determined by program coordinator. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 76

PSY 5010 Death, Dying and Bereavement (3) PSY 5100 Advanced Physiological Psychology (3) An overview of death issues from a multicultural, An in-depth study of the structures of the brain and developmental perspective. Topics covered their relationship to and control of behavior. include changing attitudes, the American death Emphasis is placed upon current research findings. system, death across the lifespan, coping, supporting caregivers, ethical/legal issues, funeral PSY 5110 Life-span Development (3) and memorialization practices. Prerequisite: PSY 3110 The scientific study of human development PSY 5020 Human Development: Adult and across the life-span through examination of theo- Aging (3) retical and empirical materials. The emphasis is The scientific study of human development in the on continuity and change in the physical, cogni- adult years. Attention will be given to continuity tive and psychosocial domains. and change in social, emotional, and intellectual functioning and how support systems influence PSY 5120 Human Factors (3) growth and decline. An introduction to the basic topics in the field of Human Factors Engineering. The course addresses PSY 5030 Introduction to Educational human functional limitations in areas such as sen- Psychology (3) sation and perception, learning and memory, motor Provides prospective teachers and understanding skills and ergonomics. How this knowledge is of the way student learn and develop. The learning applied toward the optimal design of instruments, process, its determining conditions and its results equipment and the workplace is emphasized. will be emphasized. The course will also provide an overview of child and adolescent development PSY 5130 Statistics and Data Analysis (3) as it relates to student behavior. Instructional Prerequisites: PSY 2010, MATH 2240, or permission of strategies and assessment will also be covered. instructor. Individual research projects in a specific topic rele- Computer analysis of data, interpretation and vant to educational psychology is required. advanced statistical application. Covers probability, linear regression, multiple correlation, PSY 5040 Behavior Modification: Theories and analysis of variance and non-parametric tests of Practice (3) significance. Emphasis is placed on the theories, principles and techniques of cognitive and behavioral management PSY 5140 Advanced Educational Psychology (3) for use in schools, clinics, hospitals and agencies. Prerequisites: PSY 3130 or equivalent Planned for all school personnel; Emphasis is on PSY 5060 Group Dynamics (3) the application of research in the behavioral sci- Analysis of the nature and origin of small ence to practical school situation, including groups and interaction processes. Emphsis on assessment of student abilities, program plan- methodology, group development, conflict, ning, conditions of learning, evaluation of group think, decision making, leadership and achievement and classroom interaction. task performance. PSY 5190 Psychological Assessment (3) PSY 5080 Advanced Abnormal Psychology (3) Prerequisites: PSY 2010 and PSY 3280 or PSY 3290 Diagnostic issues relevant to current diagnostic or permission of instructor typologies, DSM-IV, will be reviewed. Emphasis The distinction between psychometric testing will be on etiology from various theoretical per- and psychological assessment is emphasized. spectives, differential diagnosis and treatment. Attention is given to the role of the psychologist in a variety of work environments, methods of PSY 5090 Social and Community Psychology (3) assessment and integration of data obtained The mutual interaction of individuals with social through the assessment process. institutions and the dynamics of behavior in a social context. PSY 5200 Assessment of Intelligence (3) Prerequisites: Acceptance into clinical or school psychology program, or permission of instructor The basics of assessment and specific training in APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 77

currently used cognitive, achievement, adaptive treatment planning. behavior measures, basic report writing, inter- viewing skills and behavioral observations. PSY 5300 Learning and Cognition (3) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor PSY 5201 Skill Development in the Assessment An advanced course which reviews current of Intelligence, Achievement, & Behavior (3) research and theory on cognitive processes and Co-Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrently with PSY components of learning. Topics include: princi- 5200 ples of learning, concept formation, reasoning, Critical analysis of intellectual ability and problem solving, attention and psycholinguistics. achievement and behavior skills will be emphasized through the use of standardized norm- and PSY 5320 Learning and Behavioral Disorders (3) criterion-referenced assessment techniques. Overview of theories, etiological factors, assess- This course is a skill development course, requir- ment and treatment of learning disabilities and ing practice in administration, scoring and inter- behavioral disorders. Educational and psycholog- pretation of assessment results. ical treatment alternatives are emphasized.

PSY 5220 Assessment of Personality (3) PSY 5400 Theories of Counseling (3) Prerequisites: Acceptance into school psychology The philosophy and theories of counseling, the program, or permission of instructor and completion roles and responsibilities of counselors, ethical of PSY 5200 with a minimum grade of “B” practices of counselors and current issues in Principles and theories related to personality counseling are covered as well as issues related assessment. Emphasis on administration, scoring to the therapeutic atmosphere. interpretation and report writing of projective and non-projective personality instruments such as PSY 5410 Counseling Techniques (3) the MMPI-2, MACI, MMPI-A, TAT, CAT, Devereaux Prerequisites: PSY 5400, permission of instructor and Scales, PIC-II and Human Figure Drawings. admission to counseling, clinical or school psychology programs. PSY 5221 Skill Development in the Assessment Didactic and experimental methods to develop of Personality (3) both counseling and consultation skills necessary Co-prerequisite: Must be taken concurrently with PSY in a multicultural society. Progress will be moni- 5220. tored by tape review, live supervision and week- Critical analysis of personality traits will be ly supervisory review. emphasized through the use of objective and projective norm- and criterion-referenced assess- PSY 5411 Skill Development in Counseling (3) ment techniques. This course is a skill develop- Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with PSY ment course, requiring practice in administration, 5410 scoring, and interpolation of assessment results. The application of skills learned in PSY 5410 involving counseling sessions. Students receive PSY 5250 History and Systems of Psychology (3) weekly supervision of counseling sessions. Development of psychology from the philosophical antecedents to its present status as a science PSY 5420 Advanced Counseling Techniques (3) and a profession. Each system of ideas, which has Prerequisite: PSY 5410 with a grade of “B” or better contributed to the development of psychology, and permission of instructor will be studied and evaluated. Refinement of counseling skills. Some emphasis on areas of special and multicultural concerns PSY 5260 Psychological Consultation & included in individual and group processes. Treatment Planning/Intervention: Theory and Counseling sessions will be video taped. Practice (3) Supervision will take place weekly with some live Introduction to practice of consultation, treatment supervision. planning, and intervention techniques in school psychological services; overview of theory, PSY 5421 Advanced Skill Development in research and issues with opportunities for practi- Counseling (3) cal experiences. Course includes recommended Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with PSY best practices, crisis intervention, and effective 5420 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 78

Further application of counseling skills learned in designing systems for measuring and managing PSY 5410 and PSY 5420 involving practice coun- job performance. seling sessions and weekly supervision. PSY 5520 Staffing (3) PSY 5430 Group Theories and Techniques (3) Prerequisites: PSY 5130, PSY 5190 or permission of Prerequisites: PSY 5400, PSY 5410 and permission of instructor instructor Studies the process of gathering job-related data Students will facilitate or co-facilitate a weekly about individuals for the purpose of making personal growth group under the supervision of employment decisions. Topics to be explored the instructor. Various techniques of group facili- include issues in selection, recruitment, test and tation for both structured and unstructured non-test selection techniques, employment deci- groups will be taught and evaluated within super- sion making and validation strategies. vision sessions. Supervision will occur each week prior to group counseling. Students are required PSY 5540 Training and Development (3) to be a member of a group. Prerequisites: PSY 5130 or permission of instructor Studies the process of designing, developing, PSY 5440 Diversity Issues in Counseling (3) implementing and evaluating training programs. An understanding of counseling with diverse pop- Topics to be explored include the instructional ulations, counseling issues that pertain to race, systems design model, motivation to learn, prin- gender, class, lifestyle, ethnicity, theoretical frame- ciples of adult learning, instructional techniques, works and research in cross-cultural counseling. transfer of training and program evaluations.

PSY 5500 Industrial and Organizational PSY 5550 Leadership and Organizational Psychology (3) Change (3) Advanced survey course covering the major top- Prerequisites: PSY 5500 or permission of instructor ics within the field of I/O psychology including Studies the process of leadership within organi- employee selection, training and development, zations and the role leadership plays in bringing performance appraisal, job analysis leadership, about organizational change. Leadership is work motivation and organizational develop- explored through traditional approaches includ- ment. The treatment of these topics will empha- ing trait, behavioral, contingency and transforma- size methodological, measurement and data tional perspectives. Organizational change is analysis practices in the field. explored using a systems approach focusing on needs assessment, problem diagnosis, organiza- PSY 5501 Orientation to tional interventions and evaluation. Industrial/Organizational Psychology (1) Addresses academic and professional issues PSY 5560 Individual Differences and related to the study and practice of I/O psycholo- Organizational Behavior (3) gy. Topics to be addressed include historical Prerequisites: PSY 5500 or permission of instructor foundations of the field, links between I/O psy- Studies the measurement, causes and conse- chology and psychological science, career paths, quences of work-related attitudes and behaviors. scholarly and practitioner associations and publi- Topics to be addressed include job satisfaction, cations, resume preparation, internship search organizational commitment, organizational citi- strategies, and orientation to the M.A. program. zenship behavior, fairness, stress, motivation, turnover and customer service. PSY 5510 Jobs and Performance Measurement (3) PSY 5600 Theories and Counseling in Career Prerequisites: PSY 5500 or permission of instructor Development (3) Measurement of processes related to job analysis A survey of theories of career development, and performance appraisal will be explored. methods of developing a career information pro- Topics to be studied include systems for docu- gram and procedures for providing personal, menting work content, work context and perform- social, educational and vocational information are ance requirements of jobs and the cognitive, included. affective and administrative factors related to APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 79

PSY 5640 Practicum in School Counseling (2) written and oral presentation of the research con- Prerequisites: Appropriate courses and permission of ducted. After identifying a problem, the student instructor may collect original data analyze data or critically Supervised experience in counseling and guid- analyze the results of research published in the ance for those who are preparing for school guid- professional literature. The student must add to ance programs. Periods must be reserved for con- the research literature by offering sound original ferences with supervisors and college instructors. data or a meta-analysis. (180 contact hours). PSY 5991 Research Requirement Completion (1) PSY 5720 Internship in Community Counseling For students not fulfilling graduate school (6) research literacy requirement within one year Prerequisite: Appropriate courses and permission of after scheduled completion of thesis, field study instructor report, research project paper, or research litera- Supervised internship in an approved setting for cy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent a minimum of 600 hours. The intern is responsible semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour primarily to the agency supervisor but reports to must be paid every semester until research the university supervisor at specified intervals. requirement is met.

PSY 5730 Practicum in Industrial and PSY 6010 Professional Seminar-Counseling (3) Organizational Psychology (3) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Prerequisite: Completed and approved master’s thesis Mental health delivery systems, legal and ethical proposal responsibilities, DSM-IV classifications and pro- Individual on-site work experience designed to fessional issues are emphasized. Readings, field provide supervised application of competencies trips and special projects are required. acquired in the program of study. Supervision by field and university personnel. (180 contact hours). PSY 6015 Introduction to School Counseling (3) Co-Requisite: PSY 5400 or permission of instructor. PSY 5810 Independent Study (3) This course explores historical and contemporary Prerequisite: Permission of instructor issues facing professional school counselors. Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth School systems, professional identity, effective study of topics of special interest. team membership with pre-Kindergarten-12 educational and support staff, client, parental, and PSY 5820 Independent Study (3) community needs, leadership strategies, con- Prerequisite: Permission of instructor ducting and reviewing research, knowledge and Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth application of educational technology, and ethical study of topics of special interest. and legal concerns will be addressed.

PSY 5840 Advanced Statistics and Research PSY 6020 Ethics in Psychology (3) Design (3) The focus of this course is the application of the Prerequisite: PSY 5130 American Psychological Association’s Code of Theory and application of experimental design in Ethics to the practice of psychology. Application psychological research. It included the study of of the code to ethical dilemmas, as well as learn- design strategies in relation to statistical proce- ing ethical thinking skills, will be taught. dures, particularly analysis of variance. PSY 6040 -PSY 6060 (Selected Topics) (1 each) PSY 5950 Research Paper (3) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor The student registers for three hours of research Short seminars in a variety of topics. Offered to develop a complete proposal for further upon demand. research or the three hours may culminate in the completion of a research paper sufficient to meet PSY 6080-PSY 6100 (Selected Topics) (3 each) departmental and graduate school requirements. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Longer seminars on a variety of topics. Offered PSY 5990 Thesis (3) upon demand. An individual research project culminating in a APSUGradBulletin000-108 6/9/04 10:18 AM Page 80

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS

Gaines Hunt, Dean THESIS (931) 221-7267or email at [email protected] Requirements for thesis are stated on page 28.

The College of Science and Mathematics is MASTER OF SCIENCE the academic home of the Department of Biology’s graduate program which offers the mas- BIOLOGY (M.S.) ter’s degree in biology. The mission of the biolo- (33-35 semester hours) gy graduate program is to provide a collaborative, Required Core: ...... Hours collegial environment for advanced study while BIOL 5000 Methods of Biological Research . . . .4 providing a foundation in research methodology BIOL 5735 Contemporary Issues in Biology . . .2 and the resources required for student profes- BIOL 5915 Seminar in Biology ...... 1 sional growth and development. Total: ...... 7 DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY Select One Research Plan Keith Belcher, Department Chair Plan I: Research Literacy Paper Sundquist Science Complex, D125 Required Core: ...... 7 P.O. Box 4718 Electives *: ...... 28 (931) 221-7781 or email at [email protected] Total: ...... 35 Students selecting Plan I will submit a paper to FACULTY the College of Graduate Studies for review and Andrew N. Barrass, Carol J. Baskauf, Daniel W. approval after the paper has been approved by Bath, Jr., Keith Belcher, Willodean D.S. Burton, the student’s graduate committee chair. Edward W. Chester, Don C. Dailey, Mack T. Finley, Steven W. Hamilton, Jefferson G. Lebkuecher, Plan II: Research Project Sarah Lundin-Schiller, Mary Mayo, Ralph H. Required Core: ...... 7 McCoy, Robert D. Robison, Joseph R. Schiller, A. BIOL 5950 Research Paper ...... 2 Floyd Scott, Cindy L. Taylor, James F. Thompson Electives*: ...... 24 Total: ...... 33 The mission of the Department of Biology is Students selecting Plan II will submit a research to educate students to become competent, confi- paper based on an original, scientific investiga- dent, and compassionate individuals within their tion conducted under the supervision of the stu- chosen careers. The Department of Biology fac- dent’s graduate committee chair. This paper will ulty is committed to providing instructional and refer specifically to the paper written in connec- research experiences for students to develop tion with BIOL 5950 and will have no reference to skills of inquiry, abstract and logical thinking and other papers that may be required in any other critical analysis of natural science phenomena. courses. After the paper is approved by the stu- The Department is also committed to meeting dent’s graduate committee chair, it must be sub- the needs of students by providing an array of mitted to the College of Graduate Studies where professional and academic tracks. it will be reviewed and approved. The graduate program in the Department of Biology offers courses that can be used to fulfill Plan III: Thesis requirements for the Master of Science (M.S.) Required Core: ...... 7 degree. Graduate students in the program have BIOL 5990 Thesis ...... 6 options to focus their studies in either field or Electives*: ...... 20 laboratory areas of specialization. Total: ...... 33 * A minimum of 75% of elective hours must come ADMISSION from Biology courses. Refer to page 19 for admission requirements to the College of Graduate Studies. There are no additional requirements for admission to the Department of Biology. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 81

BIOLOGY (M.S.) WITH CONCENTRATION IN BIOLOGY (M. S.) WITH CONCENTRATION CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE IN CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Management/Administration Specialization Microbiology Specialization Prerequisite: Prerequisites: 1. BS Degree in Biology/Chemistry/Medical 1. BS Degree in Biology/Chemistry/Medical Technology Technology 2. Current Licensure as Medical Technologist 2. Current Licensure as Medical Technologist Required: Required: BIOL 5000 Methods of Biol. Research ...... 4 BIOL 5000 Methods of Biol. Research ...... 4 BIOL 5925 Topics in Health Science ...... 1 BIOL 5925 Topics in Health Science ...... 1 BIOL 5410 Pathophysiology ...... 4 BIOL 5410 Pathophysiology ...... 4 or or BIOL 5440 Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 BIOL 5440 Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 Total: ...... 9 Total: ...... 9 Research Plan: Research Plan: BIOL 5950 Research Project/Paper ...... 2 BIOL 5950 Research Project/Paper ...... 2 or or BIOL 5990 Thesis ...... 6 BIOL 5990 Thesis ...... 6 Total: ...... 2-6 Total: ...... 2-6 Specialty Area: Speciality Area: BIOL 5860 * Clinical Practicum I ...... 4 BIOL 5850 Clinical Practicum in BIOL 5870 * Clinical Practicum II ...... 4 Microbiology ...... 15 BIOL 5880 * Clinical Practicum III ...... 4 Total: ...... 15 Total: ...... 12 Guided Electives: Guided Electives: BIOL 5410 ** Pathophysiology ...... 4 BIOL 5410 ** Pathophysiology ...... 4 BIOL 5440 ** Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 BIOL 5440 ** Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 BIOL 5315 Virology ...... 4 BIOL 5450 Recombinant DNA Technology . . . .4 BIOL 5325 Mycology ...... 4 EDUC 5200 Evaluation. Of Teaching and BIOL 5450 Microbial Pathogenesis ...... 4 Learning ...... 3 HHP 5500 Epidemiology ...... 3 HHP 5100 Advanced Health Science ...... 3 Total: ...... 12-15 HHP 5510 Health Care Economics ...... 3 TOTAL: ...... 35-43 HHP 5610 Issues in Health Service Administration ...... 3 BIOLOGY (M.S.) WITH CONCENTRATION IN HHP 5630 Financial Mgt. Of Health RADIOLOGIC SCIENCE Prerequisites: Care Services ...... 3 1. BS Degree in Radiologic Science/ HHP 5640 Human Resource Management . . . .3 Education/Health Services or Equivalent HHP 5500 Epidemiology ...... 3 2. Current Registration in Discipline of HHP 5620 Adm. Perspective of Disease ...... 3 Radiologic Science (Rad., NM, RT, etc.) Total: ...... 12-15 TOTAL: ...... 35-43 3. Completion of College Level Undergraduate A&P I and A&P II Minimum of 35 SH Credit Required For Degree Required: *May choose area of Management specializa- BIOL 5000 Methods of Biol. Research ...... 4 tion in Clinical Speciality of Microbiology. BIOL 5925 Topics in Health Science ...... 1 Chemistry, or other approved areas of Clinical BIOL 5410 Pathophysiology ...... 4 Laboratory Science. or ** May receive credit as “Guided Elective”if not BIOL 5440 Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 taken as “Required”. Total: ...... 9 Research Plan: BIOL 5950 Research Project/Paper ...... 2 or BIOL 5990 Thesis ...... 6 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 82

Total: ...... 2-6 time case studies of research problems in the Speciality Area: biological sciences. BIOL 5810 * Clinical I ...... 4 BIOL 5820 * Clinical II ...... 4 BIOL 5030 Plant Taxonomy (4) BIOL 5830 * Clinical III ...... 4 Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Total: ...... 12 A study of regional vascular plants with emphasis Guided Electives: on flowering, fruiting and familiar characteristics, BIOL 5410 ** Pathophysiology ...... 4 sight identification, economic importance, relat- BIOL 5440 ** Cell & Molecular Biology ...... 4 ing species to habitats, appropriate literature and EDUC 5200 Eval. Of Teaching and Learning . . .3 counseling-preservation. Primarily a field course; HHP 5100 Advanced Health Science ...... 3 collections required. HHP 5510 Health Care Economics ...... 3 HHP 5610 Issues in Health Service BIOL 5070 Animal Behavior (4) Administration ...... 3 Four hours lecture HHP 5630 Financial Mgt. Of Health Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Care Services ...... 3 The course will instruct the student in major top- HHP 5640 Human Resources Management . . .3 ics of animal behavior. The instructional material HHP 5620 Administrative Perspective will focus on the three main areas of animal of Disease ...... 3 behavior research, categories of animal behavior, Total: ...... 12-15 evolution of animal behavior and neuro-analysis TOTAL: ...... 35-43 of animal behavior.

Minimum of 35 SH Credit Required For Degree BIOL 5100 Biostatistics (4) * May Receive credit if current certification by Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory ARRT or Equivalent accrediting agency within dis- Basic descriptive and inferential statistics, fre- cipline. quency distributions and analyses, analysis of ** May receive credit as “Guided Elective” if variance, linear regression, correlation, nonpara- not taken as “Required”. metric analogues to parametric methods, relationships between experimental design and data analysis used in hypothesis testing. Selected COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: multivariate analysis, statistical re-sampling BIOL 5000 Methods of Biological Research (4) methods, and data reduction techniques are dis- Prerequisite: Major or minor in Biology cussed. Computer use emphasized. Required of all prospective candidates majoring in biology during their first semester of residence BIOL 5130 Advanced Topics in Genetics (4) in which the course is taught. An introduction to Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory the principles of scientific research, the use of Current concepts of genetics that include the cell bibliographic resources, the proper form of scien- cycle and regulation of division, gene mapping, tific writing, an introduction to biostatistics and inter- and intra-genic recombination, mutations, research techniques in the design and execution chromosome structure and function, oncogenes, of biological research. genetics of mitochondria and chloroplast, gene imprinting, population genetics and other topics. BIOL 5020 Biological Sciences and Geographic Information Systems (4) BIOL 5315 Virology (4) Four hours lecture Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Prerequisite: Permission of instructor An advanced microbiology course designed to Students in the biological sciences shall learn the study the diversity of viruses through analysis of functionality of geographic information systems their genetics and morphology. The biology and and spatial analysis related to epidemiological medical significance of viruses will be emphasized. and population dynamics. They will learn the Laboratory experience will include methods of iso- integration of computer plotting, site investiga- lation, cultivation, and molecular analysis. tion mapping and analysis of geo-positioning satellite information from the application of real- APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 83

BIOL 5320 Plant Growth and Development (4) cell ultra-structure in mediating such cellular Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory activities as permeability, excitability, secretion, Plant growth, correlation phenomena in devel- cell-cell communications, and energy transduc- opment and hormones involved on growth tion. The function of the cell at the molecular regulation. level will be emphasized.

BIOL 5325 Mycology (4) BIOL 5450 Recombinant DNA Technology (4) Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory An advanced microbiology course designed to Prerequisite: Permission of instructor study of the kingdom of fungi to include a survey Instruction of students in the isolation and manip- of the major fungal phyla and fungal like organ- ulation of nucleic acids for the construction and isms including lichens. The biology and econom- characterization of recombinant DNA molecules ic significance of these organisms will be empha- either for the generation of genetic probes or the sized. In addition, the roles and interrelation- development of genetically engineered microor- ships of fungi will include methods used in isola- ganisms, emphasis will be placed on the uses of tion, cultivation and the identification of fungi, these tools in biological research, biotechnology fungal nutrition, physiology and genetics as well and diagnostics. as field experience in collection, preservation and identification of higher fungi. BIOL 5510 Special Problems A (4) Eight hours laboratory BIOL 5330 Aquatic Biology and Water Quality Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Control (4) The student, in consultation with a professor, will Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory select, plan and complete a research problem. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor The data is to be written in acceptable scientific A study of the aquatic environment. Materials form for presentation in a seminar. covered will include concepts and methods of analyses of the physical, chemical and biological BIOL 5520 Special Problems B (4) factors influencing aquatic life and water quality. Eight hours laboratory Kinds and sources of pollution, as well as meth- Prerequisite: Permission of instructor ods of pollution control, will be emphasized. The student, in consultation with a professor, will select, plan and complete a research problem. BIOL 5335 Microbial Pathogenesis (4) The data is to be written in acceptable Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory An advanced microbiology course designed to BIOL 5540 Plant Ecology (4) teach the concepts relating to human/animal host Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory and microbial parasite interactions and the Plants and their environment with emphasis on pathologic consequences that may result. Also quantitative and qualitative analysis of regional studied is the immunology and epidemiology of plant communities and their determining factors. various agents that cause infectious disease in man and other animals. Laboratory studies BIOL 5560 Aquatic Macroinvertebrates (4) include the isolation, characterization, pathogen- Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory esis and detection of infectious agents. An investigation of the diversity of aquatic macroinvertebrates through the study of their tax- BIOL 5410 Pathophysiology (4) onomy, morphology, development, ecology and Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory evolution of selected aquatic invertebrates. A study of the pathophysiology of major organ Emphasis will be placed on freshwater aquatic systems of the body. Emphasis will be placed on macroinvertebrates of the Southeastern United alterations and adaptations of body systems in States. relation to disease. BIOL 5580 Entomology (4) BIOL 5440 Cell and Molecular Biology (4) Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory An investigation of the diversity of insects The fundamental role of macro-molecules and through the study of their taxonomy, morphology, APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 84

development, ecology and evolution. Emphasis selected area of radiologic science. The student will be placed on insect taxa of the Southeastern may continue to gain clinical experience in the United States. same area or modality as chosen in Biol 5810 or may choose a different area of interest. Students BIOL 5610 Herpetology (4) will select clinical site in conjunction with advisor. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Prerequisite: Permission of instructor BIOL 5830 Clinical Specialty III (4) A study of the taxonomy, structure, reproduction, This is the last of three clinical courses in radio- ecology, behavior and geographic distribution of logic science. The student may continue to gain amphibians and reptiles with emphasis on the clinical experience in the same specialty area or herpetofauna of the Southeastern United States. select a different specialty area. Students will select clinical site in conjunction with advisor. BIOL 5620 Ornithology (4) Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory BIOL 5850 Clinical Practicum in Microbiology Prerequisite: Permission of instructor (15) A study of the evolution, taxonomy, identification, A clinical approach to the laboratory diagnosis of life histories and behavior of birds, with emphasis infectious disease agents. Clinical experience on local representatives. will utilize diagnostic methods to identify pathogenic microorganisms. Molecular and immunodi- BIOL 5700 Topics in Biology (1-4) agnostic procedures will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Workshops and specific courses in selected top- BIOL 5860 Practicum I in Clinical Laboratory ics of Biology. Science (4) This is the first of three clinical rotations in Clinical BIOL 5730 Diagnostic Microbiology (4) Laboratory Science management and administra- Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory tion. Students will select clinical site and special- Students must be accepted into the graduate ty area in conjunction with program advisor. study of the Clinical Laboratory Science track. Students will be involved in the advanced study BIOL 5870 Practicum II in Clinical Laboratory of bacterial agents that cause human disease. Science (4) The processing and handling of clinical speci- This is the second of three clinical rotations in mens with emphasis on state of the art isolation Clinical Laboratory Science management and and identification of pathogenic bacteria is administration. Students will select clinical site included. Theory and practice in clinical serology and specialty area in conjunction with program as used in the diagnosis of infectious disease is advisor. also emphasized. BIOL 5880 Practicum III in Clinical Laboratory BIOL 5735 Contemporary Issues in Biology (2) Science (4) The students will discuss and present research This is the final clinical rotation in Clinical findings using current manuscripts from primary Laboratory Science management and administra- literature. tion. Students will select clinical site and specialty area in conjunction with program advisor. BIOL 5810 Clinical Speciality I (4) This is the first of three clinical practica courses in BIOL 5915 Seminar in Biology (1) a selected area of radiologic science. The student The students will critique reports relative to will select an area of clinical practice, manage- research activities. Progress and special interests ment or education. Clinical experience will be will determine topic development. relative to students selected area of interest. Student will select clinical site in conjunction with BIOL 5925 Topics in Health Science (1) advisor. Overview of current clinical, educational, and management topics in health science. BIOL 5820 Clinical Specialty II (4) This is the second of three clinical courses in a APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 85

BIOL 5980 Diagnostic Microbiology II (4) BIOL 5990 Thesis (6) Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory Acceptance into the graduate study of the Clinical BIOL 5991Research Requirement Completion laboratory science track. A study of the funda- (1) mental techniques used in isolation, identifica- For students not fulfilling graduate school tion and recovery of medically important research literacy requirement within one year mycobacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses. after scheduled completion of thesis, field study Emphasis is also placed on the host/microbial report, research project paper, or research litera- interaction and response. The theory and labora- cy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent tory practice in clinical serology (of the above semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour organisms) used in diagnosis of infectious dis- must be paid every semester until research ease is also included. requirement is met.

BIOL 5950 Research Paper (2)

ADDITIONAL GRADUATE COURSES EARLY CHILDHOOD processes for parent involvement in early child- Department of Education hood education. A portion of the course is field based. EC 5130 Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education (3) F, SU GEOLOGY Focuses on philosophical and historical influ- Department of Geology and Geography ences, research and development, goals and objectives and the development of one’s person- GEOL 5050 Process Geomorphology (3) al philosophy. A portion of the course is field Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. based. An applied, systematic process approach to land- form development based upon threshold con- EC 5140 Seminar on Applications of cepts. The geomorphic processes emphasized Developmental Theory (3) F, S include mass movements, fluvial, aeolian, glacial Focuses on the unique of methodology for teach- and karat geomorphology. Laboratory work is ing early childhood education; examines the based upon aerial photographs, maps, field proj- selection and use of materials; and explores the ects and computer data analysis. problems of selected content areas in the Early Childhood curriculum. A portion of the course is GEOL 577A Selected Topics in Regional field based. Geology (4) A seminar-discussed-laboratory approach to EC 5160 Learning Styles of the Culturally those aspects of geology which are most basic to Different (3) SU an understanding of the geology of a large region, Designed to emphasize the fact that general like the Tennessee-Kentucky area. characteristics of culturally different students have educational implications. Additional atten- GEOL 577B Selected Topics in Environmental tion will be given to identifying why teachers fail Geology (4) in many of their attempts at teaching these par- Analysis of a selected problem dealing with ticular students. The formulation of effective application of geologic concepts to regional plan- teaching models will be an integral part of the ning, urban land use and conservation. Emphasis class. will be placed on student-generated field data where appropriate. EC 5170 Seminar on evaluation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education (3) F, GEOL 577C Selected Topics in Paleontology (4) S, SU Analysis of the fossil record of selected groups of Pupil assessment, evaluation of programs and animals. Emphasis is on time-dependant APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 86

changes in morphology and adaptation. MATHEMATICS EDUCATION Department of Mathematics and Computer GEOL 577D Selected Topics in Stratigraphy (4) Science Field and laboratory examination of sedimentary strata. Lecture discussion of descriptive process- MAED 500A Number and Sense and Number es and historical interpretation of rock unit. Theory (1) Students will examine issues of mathematical HUMANITIES (CREATIVE ARTS) content and pedagogy in teaching number sense and number theory in grades K-8. The course is HUM 5000 Creativity and the Arts (3) designed primarily for in-service teachers. Characteristics of creative people and their importance in present day society; means of fos- MAED 500B Computation, Estimation and tering creativity; its application to the fine arts. Measurement (1) Students will examine issues of mathematical HUM 5040 Workshop in Elementary Music (3) content and pedagogy in teaching about compu- Individual and group projects related to music tation, estimation and measurement in grades K- instruction in the elementary grades, including 8. The course is designed primarily for in-service selected materials and teaching methods such as teachers. Kodaly and Orff. MAED 500C Patterns, Functions and Algebraic HUM 5060 Recent Trends in the Humanities (3) Thinking (1) Incorporates philosophical trends, status studies Students will examine issues of mathematical and a projection of the humanities into future content and pedagogy in teaching about patterns years. Study of community, state, federal and pri- and functions to promote algebraic thinking in vate agencies that are directly concerned with grades K-8. The course is designed primarily for funding and encouraging the arts in American life. in-service teachers.

LINGUISTICS MAED 500D Geometry and Spatial Sense (1) Department of Languages and Literature Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about geome- LING 506A History of the English Language (3) try and developing spatial sense in grades K-8. The development of the English language from its The course is designed primarily for in-service earliest stages to the present time. teachers.

LING 506B Studies in Linguistics: Structure MAED 500E Probability and Statistics (1) and Semantics (3) Students will examine issues of mathematical An investigation of current attitudes and theories content and pedagogy in teaching about proba- in grammar, usage, semantics and morphology. bility and statistics in grades K-8. The course is designed primarily for in-service teachers. LING 506C History of American English and Dialects (3) MAED 5050 Laboratory Procedures in The diachronic evolution of American English into Elementary Mathematics (3) its various dialects from World War II to the pres- Instruction primarily in a laboratory setting dis- ent. The focus is also on language awareness in cussing Piaget’s developmental theory, multibase standard English, prejudice and discrimination in blocks, Cuisenaire rods, minicomputers, attribute language usage, cultural diversity, gender, taboo, blocks, geoboards, miras, tangrams, probability censorship, media and advertising. and problem solving.

MAED 5060 Contemporary Programs in Elementary Mathematics (3) Discussion of contemporary programs in elementary mathematics. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 87

MAED 5070 Methods, Materials and Strategies analytical functions, elementary functions and in Teaching Mathematics (3) mapping, complex integration, power series, Discussion of methods, aids, and materials used residues and poles and conformal mapping. in teaching mathematics and strategies for their use. MATH 5200 Mathematics Content and Pedagogy for Middle School (3) MAED 5110 Research in Mathematics Using appropriate technology, students will Education (3) investigate and apply concepts of algebra, geom- Seminar-type course which examines current etry, trigonometry, probability, and calculus. The research related to teaching mathematics. course will also address pedagogy in the middle Mathematics content and issues of pedagogy school mathematics classroom. Field experience which arise in the research will be the major required. emphases in the course. MATH 5210 Topology (3) MAED 5300 Special Problems (3) Sets, metric spaces, limits, continuos maps and Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. homeomorphisms, connectedness and compact This is an independent study to be planned to topological spaces. address special interests and needs of students. MATH 5240 Probability (3) MATHEMATICS Emphasis on those topics having statistical Department of Mathematics and Computer applications. Sample spaces, continuous and Science discrete random variables and their probability distributions. MATH 5010 History of Mathematics (3) Development of elementary mathematics and a MATH 5250 Mathematical Statistics (3) study of the individuals who contributed to it. Multivariate probability distributions, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, linear models, MATH 5020 Geometry for Elementary and analysis of variance and analysis of enumerative Middle School Teachers (3) data and nonparametric statistics. Informal geometry, regular polygons, tessella- tions, transformations, measurement, deductive MATH 530A, B Special Problems (3) reasoning, constructions, topology and solid geometry. MATH 5350 Calculus for Teachers (3) Basic concepts of calculus, limits of sequences, MATH 5030 Problem Solving for Elementary limits of functions, continuity and differentiation and Middle School Teachers (3) and integration. An in-depth investigation of problem solving strategies and procedures, particular interests MATH 5450 Mathematical Models (3) will be placed on problem solving in an algebra Formation of mathematical models for problems context. in the biological, physical, social and management sciences. Applications of techniques from MATH 5100 Mathematical Concepts algebra, calculus, probability and other areas of Development (3) mathematics to the study of these problems. Current research related to teaching mathematics, mathematics content and issues of pedagogy. MATH 5460 Applied Mathematics (3) Analysis and solution of mathematical problems MATH 5110 Number Theory (3) arising from scientific and industrial settings Divisibility, properties of primes, analysis of con- including mathematical models requiring differ- gruence, quadratic residue and Diophantine ential equations. Writing and presentation of analysis. mathematical models and solutions.

MATH 5160 Complex Analysis (3) MATH 5500 Modern Algebra (3) The algebra of complex numbers, properties of Relations, maps, abstract algebras, groups, rings, APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 88

integral domains, order, morphisms, fields and PUBLIC MANAGEMENT factorization. Department of Public Management

MATH 5520 Algebra for Teachers (3) PM 5200 Political Theories of Social Choice (3) Boolean algebras, lattices, groups and symme- Analyzes the normative implication of public pol- tries, morphisms, quotient groups, applications icy for modern governments, societies and organ- and examples. izations as they make value judgements and allocate resources. Course incorporates qualitative MATH 5640 Geometry for Teachers (3) concerns and social responsibilities of public General methods for solutions of construction officials. problems, geometric loci, indirect elements, similitude and homothety, properties of triangles, PM 5300 Theory of Bureaucratic and tritangent circles, altitudes of triangles, Euler line Administration of Organization (3) and nine point circle. An analysis the effects of organizational structures and administrative procedures has on policy MATH 5670 Numerical Analysis (3) making, implementation and evaluation is under- Digital computer programming, finite differences, taken using case studies and field studies of top- numerical integration, matrix computations, ical and contemporary organizational issues. numerical solutions of non-linear systems and differential equations. PM 5400 Public Planning (3) Survey of the major contemporary concepts and MATH 5710 Advanced Calculus (3) core elements of the development and process Logic and proof, functions, cardinality, real num- of Public Planning. Topical case studies and bers, sequences, limits, continuity, differentia- analysis of planning problems will be employed. tion, integration, infinite series, sequences and series of function. SCIENCE EDUCATION Department of Education MATH 577A, B Selected Topics in Mathematics (3) SCI 5050 Life Science (3) Su The nature of science and how it should be pre- MATH 5910 Topics in Mathematics (1) sented to elementary and junior high school students; a practicum in teaching science processes; MATH 5920 Topics in Mathematics (1) a review of life science materials in the contemporary science projects. MATH 5950 Research Paper (3) SCI 5070 Physical Science (3) Su MATH 5990 Thesis (6) Selected topics from the areas of astronomy, chemistry and physics are studied. Emphasis is NURSING placed on fundamental principles. The student is School of Nursing encouraged to use reasoning ability.

NUR 5000 Gerontological Disease Process (3) SCI 5090 Earth Science (3) S, Su Major illnesses most frequently manifested by Indoor and outdoor classes, specimen study and the elderly will be the framework of the content. simple experiments cultivate a broader familiari- Epidemiological occurrence will be discussed. ty with the physical habitat of man. Materials that Emphasis will be placed on common signs and form planet earth and relationships between cli- symptoms approximating health service, treat- mate and landscape receive special attention. ment and self-care measures. Healthful self-care habits will be a focus. SCI 5110 Teaching Science in the Elementary School (3) Su Students will be given an opportunity to develop a personal philosophy of science teaching and apply this philosophy in educational practice APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 89

such as developing and evaluating curricular nations of organizational structure, process and materials, preparing individualized instructional change. materials, field testing materials, evaluating student and teacher self-performance and reviewing SOC 5600 Sociology of Later Maturity and modern curriculum project. Old Age (3) The social implications of an aging population; SCI 5330 Problems in Earth Science (1, 2, 3) F, social and personal adjustments of the aging S, Su process and resources for coping with roles and Offers students an opportunity to pursue a prob- statuses of old age. lem of special interest which be satisfied by courses already offered by the university. SPANISH EDUCATION Department of Languages and Literature SOCIOLOGY Department of Sociology SPAN 5000 Bibliography, Research and Criticism (3) SOC 5010 Marriage and the Family (3) Teaches students advanced techniques in bibli- Analysis of the family institution, its structure and ography, methods of research and literary criti- function and the dynamics of social change in cism to be applied to graduate study of Spanish family interaction and organization. The process literature. of marriage examined includes dating, courtship, mate selection, engagement and marriage. SPAN 510A Spanish for Graduate Research I Attention to changes currently affecting the (3) American family. Spanish readings with related grammar and con- versation to acquaint graduates with Spanish as a SOC 5050 Race Relation and Minority Peoples research skill; equivalent to one year of normal (3) course work. Study abroad only. A survey study of minority groups and race relations in the United States. Special attention is SPAN 510B Spanish for Graduate Research II devoted to such groups as African Americans, (3) Native Americans, Asians and Latinos. A continuation of 510A, but with more emphasis in the development of communicative skills. SOC 5100 Culture and Personality (3) Study abroad only. The influence of culture upon the development of personality and of individuals upon the develop- SPAN 5200 History of the Spanish Language ment of culture, with comparisons of various cul- (3) tures and individuals within them. Examines the developments of the Spanish language from its classical roots to the present time. SOC 5140 Sociology of Deviant Behavior (3) Contemporary theories of deviant behavior and SPAN 5510 Spanish Peninsular Literature I (3) major types of deviance in American society. The An in-depth study of Spanish Peninsular litera- relationship between norms, deviance and forms ture from its beginning to the 18th Century. of social control; and between deviance, social disorder and social change. SPAN 5520 Spanish Peninsular Literature II (3) An in-depth study of Spanish Peninsular lan- SOC 5200 Crime and Delinquency (3) guage from the 19th and 20th centuries. Theories of deviance as they relate to the law and methods of treatment. Emphasis on causes, SPAN 5610 Spanish American Literature I (3) types and corrective measures in criminology. An in-depth study of Spanish American literature from its origins to the Wars of Independence. SOC 5300 Behavior and Organizations (3) Development and role of complex organization in SPAN 5620 Spanish American Literature II (3) contemporary society focusing on various expla- An in-depth study of Spanish American literature from the Wars of Independence to the present. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 90

SPAN 5950 Research Paper (3) by educators, psychologist and other profession- Through independent study, students will pro- als. Students will participate in multidisciplinary duce a graduate research paper in Spanish to ful- assessments of exceptional children. fill the research requirements for the M.A.Ed. degree. SPED 5730 Seminar on Characteristics: Mild and Moderate Disabilities (3) SPECIAL EDUCATION Designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of School of Education students teaching or preparing to teach the mild/moderate disabled pupil. Characteristics, SPED 5340 Developing Consultative Skills with instructional procedures and behavior manage- Parents and Professionals (3) ment are among the topics covered. Emphasis will focus on communication skills needed in working with parents and professionals SPED 5740 Seminar on Severe/Profound regarding short and long range planning for the Disabilities (3) handicapped individual. Designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of students teaching or preparing to teach the SPED 5390 Assistive Technology for Special severe/profound disabled pupil. Characteristics, Education (3) instructional procedures and behavior manage- A course designed to develop skills in the use of ment are among the topics covered. assistive technology, to include giving assistive tech evaluations. SPED 5750 Classroom Management of Learners with Special Needs (3) SPED 5430 Problems in Special Education (3) Various approaches to classroom management Designed for those special topics not covered in will be presented as related to instructional scheduled classes. techniques, parent involvement and cultural differences. SPED 5530 Instructional Implementation in Special Education (3) SPED 5760 Seminar on Teacher Gifted and A practical course designed to acquaint the stu- Talented (2) dent with formal and informal instructional tech- A review of research and latest developments niques and the development of prescriptive pro- associated with identifying, teaching and devel- grams. oping programs for the gifted.

SPED 5550 Trends and Issues in Special Education (3) A research-oriented course concerned with recent or basic ideas and developments in special education. All areas of exceptionality will be covered.

SPED 5710 Organization and Administrations of Special Education (3) Designed to acquaint the student with the federal, state and local administrative organization of special education. Special emphasis will be given to the funding and regulatory functions of laws governing special education.

SPED 5720 Multidisciplinary Assessment in Special Education (3) Prerequisites: Graduate or undergraduate courses in psychological and educational testing. An in-depth study of the diagnostic techniques used APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 91

Appendix A: REGULATIONS FOR CLASSIFYING STUDENTS IN-STATE OR OUT-OF-STATE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING FEES AND TUITION Paragraph 1. Intent. It is the intent that the public institutions be classified out-of-state but shall not be required to pay out- of higher education in the State of Tennessee shall apply uni- of-state tuition. Such a person, while in continuous attendance form rules, as described in these regulations and not otherwise, toward the degree for which he or she is currently enrolled, shall in determine whether students shall be classified “In-State” or not be required to pay out-of-state tuition if his or her parent “Out-of-State” for fees and tuition purposes. thereafter is transferred on military orders. 3. A person whose domicile is in a county of another state lying Paragraph 2. Definitions. Wherever used in these regulations: immediately adjacent to Montgomery county or whose place of 1. “Public higher education institution” shall mean a universi- residence is within thirty (30) miles of Austin Peay State ty or community college supported by appropriations made by University shall be classified out-of-state but shall not be the Legislature of this State. required to pay out-of-state tuition at Austin Peay State 2. “Residence” shall mean continuous physical presence and University, provided, however, that there be no teacher college maintenance of a dwelling place within this State, provided that or normal school within the non-resident’s own state, of equal absence from the State for short periods of time shall not affect distance to said non-resident’s bona fide place of residence. the establishment of a residence. 4. Part-time students who are not domiciled in this state but 3. “Domicile” shall mean a person’s true, fixed, and permanent who are employed full-time in the State, or who are stationed home and place of habitation; it is the place where he or she at Fort Campbell pursuant to military orders, shall be classified intends to remain and to which he or she expects to return when out-of-state but shall not be required to pay out-of-state fees. he or she leaves without intending to establish a new domicile 5. Military personnel and their spouses stationed in the State elsewhere. of Tennessee who would be classified out-of-state in accor- 4. “Emancipated person” shall mean a person who has dance with other provisions of these regulations will be classi- attained the age of eighteen years and whose parents have fied out-of-state but shall not be required to pay out-of-state entirely surrendered the right to the care, custody, and earnings tuition. This provision shall not apply to military personnel and of such person and who no longer are under any legal obligation their spouses who are stationed in this state primarily for edu- to support or maintain such deemed “emancipated person”. cational purposes. 5. “Parent” shall mean a person’s father or mother. If there is a non-parental guardian or legal custodian of an unemancipated Paragraph 5. Presumptions. Unless the contrary appears from person, then “parent” shall mean such guardian or legal custo- clear and convincing evidence, it shall be presumed that an dian, provided, that there are not circumstances indicating that emancipated person does not acquire domicile in this State such guardianship or custodianship was created primarily for while enrolled as a full-time student at any public of private the purpose of confirming the status of an in-state student on higher educational institution in this State, as such status is such unemancipated person. defined by such institution. 6. “Continuous enrollment” shall mean enrollment at a public higher educational institution or institution of this State as a Paragraph 6. Evidence to be considered for Establishment of full-time student, as such term is defined by the governing body Domicile. If a person asserts that he or she has established of said public higher educational institution or institutions, for domicile in this State, he or she has the burden of proving that a normal academic year or years or the appropriate portion or he or she has done so. Such a person is entitled to provide to portions thereof since the beginning of the period for which con- the public higher educational institution by which he or she tinuous enrollment is claimed. Such person need not enroll in seeks to be classified or reclassified in-state, any and all evi- summer sessions or other such intersessions beyond the nor- dence which he or she believes will sustain his or her burden of mal academic year in order that his or her enrollment be proof. Said institution will consider any and all evidence pro- deemed continuous notwithstanding lapses in enrollment occa- vided to be concerning such claim of domicile but will not treat sioned solely by the scheduling of the commencement and/or any particular type of item of such evidence as conclusive evi- termination of the academic years, or appropriate portion there- dence that domicile has or has not been established. of, of the public higher educational institutions in which such person enrolls. Paragraph 7. Appeal. The classification officer of each public higher educational institution shall be responsible for initially Paragraph 3. Rules for Determination of Status. classifying students “in-state” or “out-of-state”. Appropriate 1. Every person having his or her domicile in this state shall be procedures shall be established by each such institution by classified “in-state” for fee and tuition purposes. which a student may appeal his or her initial classification. 2. Every person not having his or her domicile in this state shall be classified “out-of-state” for said purposes. Paragraph 8. Effective date for Reclassification. If a student 3. The domicile of an unemancipated person is that of his or classified out-of-state applies for in-state classification and is her parent. subsequently so classified, his or her in-sate classification shall 4. The domicile of a married person shall be determined be effective as of the date on which reclassification was sought. independent of the domicile of the spouse. However, out-of-state tuition will be charged for any quarter or semester during which reclassification is sought and obtained Paragraph 4. Out-of-State Students Who Are Not Required to unless application for reclassification is made on or before the Pay Out-of-State Tuition. last day of registration of that semester. 1. An unemancipated, currently enrolled student shall be reclassified out-of-state should his or her parents, having Adopted by the State Board of Regents March 21, 1986 theretofore been domiciled in the State, remove from the State. However, such student shall not be required to pay out-of-state tuition so long as his or her enrollment at the public higher educational institution or institutions shall be continuous. 2. An unemancipated person whose parent is not domiciled in this State but is a member of the armed forces and stationed in this State or at Fort Campbell pursuant to military orders shall APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 92

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS

UNIVERSITY TENNESSEE HIGHER EDUCATION President COMMISSION Sherry L. Hoppe, Ed.D. Vice President of Academic Affairs Jim Powell, Sr., Chairman Bruce W. Speck, Ph.D. A C Wharton, Jr., Vice-Chair Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Brad Windley, Vice Chair Mitchell D. Robinson, M.S. Debby Patterson Koch, Secretary Vice President for Student Affairs Dale Sims, Acting State Treasurer Jennifer C. Meningall, Ed.D. Riley Darnell, Secretary of State Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs John Morgan, State Comptroller ______General Wendell Gilbert Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs WM. Ransom Jones Houston Davis, Ph.D. Dr. June Scobee-Rodgers Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Katie Winchester Barbara A. Phillips, M.S. Eleanor E. Yoakum Executive Vice President for University Omar Lopez, (voting ex-officio) Advancement Kevin Teets, (non-voting ex-officio) Roy Gregory, B.S. Dr. Douglas Wood, (non-voting ex-officio), Dean, College of Graduate Studies Executive Director, State Board of Education Charles A. Pinder, Ph.D. Dean, College of Arts and Letters James Diehr, Ph.D. TENNESSEE BOARD OF REGENTS Dean, College of Professional Programs and Social Sciences The Honorable Phil Bredesen (ex officio), Thomas Buttery, Ph.D. Chair Dean, College of Science and Mathematics Mr. Frank Barnett Gaines Cullom Hunt, Ph.D. Mr. Edgar R. “Buddy” Bowers Dean of Extended and Distance Learning Mrs. Demetra Godsey Boyd Stanley L. Groppel, Ph.D. Ms. Kathyrn Byrd Dean of Student Development Mr. Matthew B. Chapman Diane Berty, Ed.D. Mr. Noble Cody Executive Director of AP Center at Fort Campbell Mr. Robert Jack Fishman Gerald Beavers, M.S. Mr. Tom H. Jackson Director, Library and Media Services Mr. Jonas Kisber Deborah Fetch, A.B., M.S. Mr. W. Keith McCord Director, Grants and Sponsored Programs Ms. Leslie Parks Pope ______Dr. Richard G. Rhoda Registrar, Mr. J. Stanley Rogers Sheila M. Bryant, M.P.A. Honorable Lana Seivers Dr. Maxine A. Smith Mr. William H. Watkins, Jr. APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 94

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LINDA A. BARNES (1991) Associate Professor STUART B. BONNINGTON (1987) Professor of of English Psychology B.A., M.A., University of Arkansas; Ph.D., B.A., Transylvania University; M.A., Southern Vanderbilt University Illinois University; Ed.D., University of Tennessee-Knoxville ANDREW N. BARRASS (2003) Assistant Professor of Biology and Director of the Center SCOTT BOYD (1995) Associate Professor of of Excellence for Field Biology Communication and Theatre B.S., M.S., Austin Peay State University; Ph.D., B.A., Xavier University; M.F.A., University of Vanderbilt University North Carolina at Greensboro

BETTIE BARRETT (2003) Assistant Professor of WILLODEAN D.S., BURTON (1991) Professor of Education and Director of Professional Biology Educational Experiences B.S., M.S., Tennessee State University; Ph.D., M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi University of Tennessee-Knoxville

CAROL J. BASKAUF (1993) Associate Professor LUANNETTE BUTLER (1994) Associate of Biology Professor of Psychology B.A., Bluffton College; Ph.D., Vanderbilt A.B., University of Kentucky; M.A., Georgetown University College; Ed.D., Tennessee State University.

DANIEL W. BATH, JR. (1969) Professor of SUSAN CALOVINI (1991) Chair of the Biology Department of Languages and Literature and B.A., M.S., Ph.D., University of Mississippi Associate Professor of English B.S., Ohio University; M.A., Ph.D., Ohio State LOU M. BEASLEY (1999) Professor of Social University Work and Interim Dean of the College of Graduate Studies CULLEY JANE CARSON-GREFE (2003) B.S., Tennessee State University; M.S.S.W., Associate Professor of Languages and University of Tennessee-Knoxville; Ph.D., Literature University of Denver B.A., Pomona College; M.A., Ph.D., University of Oregon KEITH BELCHER (1994) Chair of the Department of Biology and Associate Professor WAYNE CHAFFIN (1978) Chair of the B.S., M.S.T., Georgia Southern College; Ph.D., Department of Health and Human Medical College of Georgia Performance and Professor B.S., M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University; D.M.S. BHATIA (1977) Professor of Geology Ed.S., Central Missouri State University; Ed.D., B.S., University of Jabalpur; M. Tech., University University of Tennessee-Knoxville of Saugar; M.S., University of New Brunswick; Ph.D., University of MissouriRolla EDWARD WAYNE CHESTER (1966) Professor of Biology ANNE BLACK (1996) Associate Professor of B.S., Austin Peay State University; M.S., Ph.D., Health and Human Performance University of Tennessee-Knoxville A.B., Princeton University; Ph.D., University of Connecticut FLOYD L. CHRISTIAN, JR. (1986) Professor of Mathematics A.B., Birmingham Southern; M.A., Samford University; Ph.D., University of Mississippi APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 95

STEPHEN L. CLARK (1985) Professor of Music I. JOE FILIPPO (1968) Assistant Vice President B.M.E., M.Ed.M.,University of Central Oklahoma; for Academic Affairs and Professor of Theatre D.M.A., University of Oklahoma B.A., Oklahoma City University; M.A., Stephen F. Austin State College; Ph.D., University of Florida DAVID J. COCHENER (1987) Professor of Mathematics MACK T. FINLEY (1987) Professor of Biology B.A., Austin College; M.S., Ph.D., Texas Christian B.S., Austin Peay State University; M.S., Ph.D., University Mississippi State University

DON CHARLES DAILEY (1991) Professor of E. SUTTON FLYNT (1996) Professor of Biology Education B.S., University of Southern Indiana; Ph.D., B.S., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi; Indiana University School of Medicine Ed.D., University of Georgia

MARGARET N. DEITRICH (1990) Professor of GLORIA JUNKIN FRANK (1979) Professor of Education Music B.S., The Pennsylvania State University; M.A., B.M., The Cleveland Institute of Music; M.A., Ph.D., Michigan State University Texas Woman’s University; Ph.D., North Texas State University

DOUGLAS DROSTE (2000) Assistant Professor JILL FRANKS (1996) Associate Professor of of Music English B.M.Ed., Ohio State University; M. Music, Texas B.A., University of New Hampshire; J.D., Western Tech University New England College; M.A., University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Ph.D., Rutgers LENI DYER (2001) Assistant Professor of University Communication and Theatre B.A., Kennesaw State University; M.F.A., Costume SAMUEL S. FUNG (1988) Professor of Design & Production, University of Alabama, Psychology Tuscaloosa B.Th., Central Taiwan Theological College; B.A., M.A., Azusa Pacific University; D.Min., Western ARTHUR J. EAVES (1978) Associate Professor Evangelical Seminary; M.A., Ph.D., Temple of English University B.A., Columbia University; Ph.D., University of Notre Dame ELIZABETH ANNE GLASS (1975) Professor of Music JILL EICHHORN (2000) Assistant Professor of B.M., Stetson University; M.M., George Peabody Languages and Literature College B.A., M.A., Arizona State University; Ph.D., Rutgers University REBECCA A. GLASS (1986) Professor of Health and Human Performance BLAS G. FALCONER (2003) Assistant Professor B.S., M.Ed., University of Montevallo; Ed.D., of Languages and Literature Auburn University B.A., George Mason University; M.F.A., University of Maryland; Ph.D., University of Houston WILLIAM K. GLUNT (1992) Professor of Mathematics FRANCISCA J. FARRAR (1982) Professor of A.A., Henderson Community College; B.S., Nursing Indiana State University; M.S., Ph.D., University B.S.N., M.S.N., Ed.D., Vanderbilt University of Kentucky APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 96

MONIQUEKA GOLD (1999) Assistant Professor RAE HANSBERRY (1984) Associate Professor of of Education Health and Human Performance B.S. Austin Peay State University; M.Ed., Ed.D, B.S., Appalachian State University; M.S., Vanderbilt University University of Tennessee-Knoxville; Ph.D., George Peabody College DOLORES A. GORE (1982) Professor of Education CARLETTE J. HARDIN (1981) Professor of B.S. Ed., Southwest Texas State University; M.S. Education and Director of Professional Ed., Southwest Missouri State University; Ed.D., Education Experiences University of Arkansas B.S., M.A., Austin Peay State University; Ed.D., George Peabody College JAMES MICHEAL GOTCHER (1990) Chair of the Department of Communication and Theatre E. ANN HARRIS (1992) Professor of Education and Professor of Speech B.S., Murray State University; M.Ed., Ed.D., B.S., Austin Peay State University; M.A., University of Memphis University of Florida; Ph.D., Louisiana State University MARY JANE HAYES (2003) Instructor, School of Education SARA E. GOTCHER (1990) Associate Professor B.A., Vanderbilt University; M.Ed., Tennessee of Theatre State University B.A., Austin Peay State University; M.F.A., University of Florida; Ph.D., Louisiana State ALLEN C. HENDERSON (1994) Associate University Professor of Music B.M., CarsonNewman College; M.M., University CHARLES GRAH (1977) Professor of of Tennessee-Knoxville; D.M.A., University of Psychology Cincinnati B.A., San Diego State University; M.A., Ph.D., University of New Mexico LARRY HOEHN (1979) Professor of Mathematics DAVID GUEST (1992) Associate Professor of B.S.E., Southeast Missouri State University; M.A., English Ed.D., University of Tennessee-Knoxville B.A., University of South Carolina; M.A., University of North Carolina; Ph.D., Vanderbilt SHERRY HOPPE (2000) President University B.S., M.Ed., University of Tennessee- Chattanooga; Ed.D., University of Tennessee- JAMES RONALD GUPTON (1970) Professor of Knoxville Mathematics B.A., Austin Peay State University; M.A., Ph.D., ELLEN W. KANERVO (1977) Professor of Vanderbilt University Communication and Theatre B.A., Newberry College; M.A., Ph.D., University of PATRICIA HALBECK (1988) Professor of Music Wisconsin B.M., Northwestern University; M.Mu., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; D.M.A., PHILLIP R. KEMMERLY (1972) Professor of University of Oklahoma Geology B.S., M.S., Kansas State University; Ed.D., STEVEN W. HAMILTON (1987) Professor of Oklahoma State University Biology B.A., State University of New YorkGeneseo; M.A., THOMAS R. KING (1988) Professor of Music University of Kansas; Ph.D., Clemson University B.M.Ed., University of Kansas; M.M., Indiana University; M.A., D.A., University of Mississippi APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 97

BARRY KITTERMAN (1995) Associate Professor GEORGE L. MABRY (1970) Director of the of English Center for Creative Arts and Professor of Music A.B., University of California; M.F.A., University of B.M.E. Florida State University; M.Mu.Ed., Ph.D., Montana George Peabody College

JEFFERSON G. LEBKUECHER (1992) Professor SHARON C. MABRY (1970) Professor of Music of Biology B.M.E., Florida State University; M.Mu.Ed., A.S., Volunteer State Community College; B.S., D.M.A., George Peabody College M.S., Tennessee Technological University; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University RAMON MAGRANS (1982) Professor of Spanish BOB D. LEE (1982) Director of Bands and B.A., M.A., East Texas State University; Ph.D., Professor of Music Texas Technological University B.S., M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University FRANCIS MASSINON (1992) Associate JEAN LEWIS (1978) Professor of Psychology Professor of Music B.S., Pennsylvania State University; M.A., B.S., Indiana State University; M.M., Indiana Michigan State University; Ed.D., Indiana University University MARCY RUTH MAURER (1994) Associate LARRY LOWRANCE (1995) Professor of Professor of Health and Human Performance Education B.S., The Ohio State University; M.A., Miami B.A., Union University; M.Ed., Ed.D., University University; D.A., Middle Tennessee State of Memphis University

SARAH LUNDINSCHILLER (1993) Associate MARY MAYO (1999) Director of Medical Professor of Biology Technology Program and Associate Professor B.A., The University of Tennessee; Ph.D., of Biology University of California, School of Medicine A.B., Hope College; M.S., Ph.D., University of Michigan MAUREEN A. McCARTHY (1994) Associate Professor of Psychology DAVID KIRK MENSER (1992) Associate B.S., Southwest Missouri State University; M.S., Professor of Mathematics Ph.D., Oklahoma State University B.S., M.A., Murray State University; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University RALPH HINES McCOY (1977) Associate Professor of Biology JUDITH MESA-PELLY (2003) Assistant B.S., M.S., Baylor University; Ph.D., Oregon State Professor of Languages and Literature University B.A., University of New Jersey ñ Rutgers; M.A., City University of New York; M.A., Ph.D., HENRY LEON McQUEEN (1972) Chair of the University of Miami Department of Mathematics and Professor of Mathematics CARROLL BRUCE MYERS (1970) Professor of B.A., Harding College; M.A., M.S., Louisiana State Computer Science University; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma B.A., Berea College; M.A., Ph.D., University of Kentucky CYNTHIA McWILLIAMS (2000) Assistant Professor of Languages and Literature THOMAS A. PALLEN (1981) Professor of B.A., Murray State University; M.A., Morehead Theatre State University; Ph.D., Southern Illinois B.A., M.A., University of Missouri; Ph.D., Southern University Illinois University APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 98

FRANK PARCELLS (2001) Professor of ROBERT D. ROBISON (1983) Professor of Communication and Theatre Biology B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University B.S., M.S., Texas A&M University; M.T., Brooke Army Medical Center; Ph.D., Vanderbilt ALLENE S. PHYOLSEN (1990) Director of the University Honors Program and Professor of English A.A., Stephens College; B.A., University of MIGUEL R. RUIZ-AVILES (1996) Associate Kentucky; M.A., Ed.S., and Ph.D., Vanderbilt Professor of Spanish University. B.A., University of Puerto Rico; M.A., University of Kansas; Ph.D., University of Nebraska- Lincoln YVONNE PRATHER (1989) Assistant Professor of Communication and Theatre STEVEN T. RYAN (1977) Professor of English B.S., M.A., Austin Peay State University; Ph.D., A.A., Ellsworth Junior College; B.A., University of Bowling Green State University Northern Iowa; M.A., Iowa State University; Ph.D., University of Utah JAMES PRESCOTT (1996) Associate Professor of Public Management JOSEPH R. SCHILLER (1994) Associate B.S., Auburn University; M.P.A., University of Professor of Biology South Alabama; Ph.D., Southern Illinois B.S., Colorado State University; Ph.D., University University at Carbondale of Tennessee-Knoxville

NORBERT PUSZKAR (2003) Assistant Professor MICHAEL P. SCHNELL (1994) Associate of Languages and Literature Professor of English Magister Artium, Freie Universitat Berlin; Ph.D., B.A., M.A., Central Washington University; Ph.D., University of Southern California University of Oregon

JEANIE P. RANDALL (1985) Associate Professor A. FLOYD SCOTT (1978) Professor of Biology of English/Reading B.S., M.A., Austin Peay State University; Ph.D., B.A., Maryville College; M.A., Austin Peay State Auburn University University; Ph.D., University of Georgia OMIE SHEPHERD (1997) Associate Professor NELL K. RAYBURN (1988) Professor of of Health and Human Performance Mathematics B.S., M.S., Austin Peay State University; Ph.D., B.S., David Lipscomb College; M.S., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University Vanderbilt University ANN L. SILVERBERG (1994) Associate CARMEN REAGAN (1988) Professor of Professor of Music Marketing and Director of Leadership Studies B.M., Ithaca College; M.M., Indiana University; B.S., Mississippi State College for Women; M.S., Ph.D., University of Illinois M.B.A., Memphis State University; D.B.A., Mississippi State University DAVID H. SNYDER (1962) Professor of Biology B.A., M.A., University of Missouri; Ph.D., HERALDO RICHARDS (2001) Associate University of Notre Dame Professor of Education B.A. University of Chicago; M.A., University of KAREN SORENSON (1987) Associate Professor Michigan; Ph.D., Northwestern University of Languages and Literature B.A., Beloit College; M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt JIM R. RIDENHOUR (1972) Professor of University Mathematics B.S., M.A., Central Missouri State University; Ph.D., University of Tennessee-Knoxville APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 99

CARLTON H. STEDMAN (1970) Professor of University; Ph.D., University of Southwestern Education Louisiana B.S., Concordia University; M.S., Washington University; M.S.T., University of Missouri; Ed.D., DAVID WESNER (1999) Assistant Professor of Indiana University Communication and Theatre B.S., Austin Peay State University; M.A., RICHARD L. STEFFEN (1983) Professor of University of South Carolina Music B.M., M.M.Ed., North Texas State ALLAN S. WILLIAMS (1968) Professor of Education GREGG M. STEINBERG (1996) Associate B.S.E., State College-Massachusetts; M.A., Professor of Health and Human Performance Columbia University; Ed.D., George Peabody B.S., University of California - Santa Barbara; College M.S., Florida State University; Ph.D., University of Florida TIMOTHY F. WINTERS (1997) Associate Professor of Classics DAVID EUGENE STEINQUEST (1985) Professor B.A., American School of Classical Studies; M.A., of Music Ph.D., Ohio State University B.M.E., Northeast Louisiana; M.M., University of Michigan MARY LOU WITHERSPOON (1993) Associate Professor of Mathematics CINDY L. TAYLOR (1992) Associate Professor of B.S., Austin Peay State University; M.Ed., Ph.D., Biology Vanderbilt University B.S., M.S., Southwest Missouri State University; Ph.D., Mississippi State University JEFFREY NEAL WOOD (1984) Professor of Music REBECCA S. TENASSE (1979) Professor of B.Mus., Oberlin College Conservatory of Music; Education M.A., M.Mus., Ed.D., State University of New B.S., M.A., Austin Peay State University; Ed.D., YorkStony Brook. George Peabody College CHARLES B. WOODS (1992) Professor of JAMES F. THOMPSON (1993) Associate Psychology Professor of Biology B.A., B.S., University of Wyoming; M.S., Ph.D., B.S., The University of Alabama; Ph.D., University University of Florida of Tennessee-Knoxville NANCI S. WOODS (1992) Professor of LISA R. VANARSDEL (1987) Professor of Music Psychology B.M., M.M., University of Illinois; D.M.A., B.S., Furman University; M.S., Ph.D., University of Louisiana State University Florida

JIM VANDERGRIFF (1997) Associate Professor STANLEY YATES (1994) Associate Professor of of Computer Science Music B.S., University of California; M.S., Ph.D., G.D.M., Sandown College of Performing Arts Vanderbilt University (England); M.M., University of Liverpool; D.M.A., University of North Texas DAVID M. von PALKO (1983) Professor of Communication and Theatre WEIWU ZHANG (2000) Assistant Professor of B.S., Arizona State University; M.A., Northern Communication and Theatre Arizona University; J.D., Nashville School of Law B.A., Nanjing Normal University; M.A.C.T.M., Cleveland State University; Ph.D., University of MICKEY WADIA (1993) Associate Professor of Wisconsin English B.A., The University of Calcutta; M.A., Jadavpur APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 100

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A African American Fellowship Grant, 35 Absence, Aid Financial and Scholarships, 34 announced tests & examinations, 25 All State, The, 16 inclement weather, 24 Alpha Epsilon Rho, 16 from class, 25, 35 Alpha Psi Omega, 16 Academic information (general), 23 Alumni Association, 15 Academic, AP Web, 12 calendar, 5 Apartments, 11, 33 dismissal, 27 Appeals, 36 good standing, 26 financial aid, 34 readmission, 27 grade, 25 probation, 26 residency, 29 programs change of, 40 suspension, 26 status & retention, 26 Appendix A, 91 suspension, 26 Application, time status classification & maximum load, 23 fee, 31 Accident insurance, 13 for admission to graduate studies, Accreditation, 9, inside front cover for commencement, 30 Adding a course, 24 for degree, 30 Additional graduate courses, 85 for residency, 29 Administration, 93 Applied Music, 56 Administrative officers, 93 Art galleries Administration and Supervision, 22 Larson, Mabel, 10 Admissions, gallery 109, 10 application, 19 Trahern, 10 candidacy, 29 Assistantships, 37 categories, 20 Athletics, conditional, 20 intercollegiate, 15 Counseling and Guidance, 22, 63 intramural, 15 Educational Leadership Studies, 21, 60 Attendance policy, 25, 35, 41 Education Specialist Degree, 21, 22 Attending Another Institution While Receiving Graduate Studies, 19 DVA Guidance and Counseling, 22, 63 Benefits at APSU, 41 International Students, 23 Auditing of Courses, 25 Masters, 19 Automobile registration, 14, 31 Music, 22, 53 Non-degree seeking, 20 B Postmaster, 21 Benefits, Veterans Affairs, 38 Provisional, 20 Boyd, A.R. Health Services, 13 Psychology, 22, 74 Binding Fees, 31 Regular, 20 Biology, Requirements, 19 Concentration in Clinical/Laboratory Science, School Psychology, 22, 73 81 Selective admissions (psychology), 22 Concentration in Radiological Science, 81 Senior I, 21 Biology, Department of, 80 Senior II, 21 Biology Course Description, 82-85 transient students, 21 Bunger, Fred Memorial Award, 17 Affirmative Action Address, (inside front cover) African American Cultural Center, Wilbur N. Daniel, 14 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 101

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C Costs, (see fees and expenses), Calendar, 5 add, 30 Campus, audit, 31 directory, 3 drop, 30 home page, 1,4, inside front cover offerings, 30 map, (inside back cover) repetition, 30 police, 3, 13 Counseling and Guidance, 22, 63, 74 Care Policy, 27 Course Offerings and Schedule of Classes, 23 Career Resources, 12 Course Registration, 24 Categories of Admission, 20 Creative Arts, 9 Centers, Center of Excellence for, 9 career services, 12 Credit, child learning, 12 load, 23 the learning, 14 transfer, 29 Centers of Excellence, unit of, 23 for Creative Arts, 9 Curriculum and Instruction, 59 for Field Biology, 10 Chairs of Excellence, D Acuff, Roy, in the creative arts, 10 Daniel, Wilbur N. African American Cultural Harper-Bourne, in business, 10 Center, 14 foundation, in free enterprise, 10 Debt service fee, 30 Reuther, Lenora C., in nursing, 10 Degree completion, time limit, 29 Change of Program, 40 Degree requirements, Child Learning Center, 12 Education Specialist, 62 Children of Vietnam Conflict, 31 Master of Arts, 45, 50, 74 Choral Conducting Specialization, 54 Master of Arts in Education, 59 Class, Master of Music, 53 Attendance, 25 Master of Science, 70 Grading, 25 second degree, 29 Policy, 25 Demonstration of Research Literacy, 27 Classes, Schedule of, 23 Departmental Comprehensive Examination, 29 Clinical Psychology, 73 Departments or areas of instruction, Code of Student Conduct, 17 Biology, 80 College of, Communication/Theatre, 44 arts and letters, 44 Early Childhood, 85 graduate studies, 19 Education, 59 professional programs and social sciences, 59 English, 50 science/mathematics, 80 Geology, 85 Commencement, 30, 31 Health and Human Performance, 69 Communication Arts, 44 Humanities, (Creative Arts), 86 Communication Course Description, 46-48 Languages and Literature, 49 Community Counseling, 74 Mathematics Education, 87 Compliance Statement, (inside front cover) Music, 53 Comprehensive examination (departmental), 29 Nursing, 88 Conditional status, 20 Psychology, 73 Conduct, student, 17 Public Management, 88 Confidentiality of Student Records, (FERPA), 17 Reading, 62, 69 Continued Enrollment to Complete Graduate Science Education, 88 Research Requirement, 28 Sociology, 89 Corequisites and Prerequisites, 23 Spanish Education, 89 Corporate Communication Specialization, 45 Special Education, 59, 90 Correspondence directory, 3 Theatre/Communication, 42 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 102

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Deposits, 31, 33 audit, 31 Directory of Correspondence, 3 automobile registration, 31 Disabilities, students with, 13 debt service, 30 Distance Learning, 12 deposits (housing), 31 Dismissal, 27 disabled, 13, 32 Dropping a course, 24 discounts, 31 Drug-Free Schools and Communities faxed transcripts, 31 Amendments, 18 Fort Campbell, 30 Dual Enrollment, 40 Graduate record exam, 31 Due Process, 27 graduation, 31 DVA, 38 identification card, 31 identification card replacement, 31 E in-state residency, 29, 91 Early Childhood, 85 individualized music instruction, 31 Earning a Second Masters Degree, 29 late registration, 31 Education Course Description, 64-69 official transcripts, 31 Education, International, 15 out-of-state residency, 29, 32, 91 Education, School of, 59 reduced for some students, 31 Education Specialist, 62 registration, 30, 31 administration and supervision, 22, 62 returned check service charge, 31 concentration, 22 room and board, 31 admission requirements, 21 special, 31 counseling and guidance concentration, 22, student government, 30 63, 74 technology access, 30 majors and degrees, 42 Thesis, Research Paper and Field Study programs of study, 62, 75 binding, 31 school psychology concentration, 22, 63, 74, waived, 31 specific admissions requirements, 21 Fee Discounts, Educational Leadership Studies, 21 APSU employees, 31 Elementary Education, 63 Children of Vietnam Conflict Veterans, 31 Employees of APSU, 31 students with disabilities, 32 Employment (part-time), 37 students 60 years and older, 32 general campus, 37 Tennessee State employees, 32 federal Work Study Program (FWP), 37 FERPA, 17 off-campus, 37 Field Biology, Center of Excellence for, 10 Endorsements, 61 Field Study, 28 English, 50 report, 28 English Course Description, 50-52 Financial Aid and Student Scholarships, 34 English, Proficiency in, 26 appeals, 36 Evaluation of Credit, 40 assistantships, graduate, 37 Examinations, 29 class attendance, 35 Exercise Science Specialization, 70 disbursement of funds, 36 Expenses (see fees and expenses) for senior adult students, 32 for students with disabilities, 32 F guidelines, 34 Faculty, Graduate, 94 how to apply for loans, 34 Federal, Education Rights and Privacy Act loans, 34 (FERPA), 17 minority scholarships, 35 Perkins Student Loan, 35 other forms of financial assistance, 37 Stafford Student Loan, 35 repayments, 36 Work Study Program (FWP), 37 refunds, 32, 36 Fees and Expenses, reinstatement, 27 application, 19, 31 satisfactory academic progress, 36, 40 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 103

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scholarships, 35 residence, 29, 91 unofficial withdrawals, 35 retention and academic status, 26 veterans affairs benefits, 38 selective admission (psychology), 21 vocational rehabilitation, 38 senior I status, 21 work study, Federal, 37 senior II status, 21 Foreign Student, (see International Students) transient status, 21 Full-time student, 23 unclassified status, 20 undergraduates taking graduate credits, G vision statement, 19 Galleries, Art, 10 Graduating with honors, 30 General Academic Information, 23 Graduation, General Campus Work, 37 application for, 30 General Off Campus Work, 37 fees, 31 General Communication Specialization, 45 with honor, 30 Geology, Department of, 85 GRE, 19 Good standing, 26 Greek organizations, 14 GPA, 25 Guaranteed Bank Loan, (see Stafford Loan) Grade appeal, 26 Guidance and Counseling, 22, 62, 74 Grade point average, (GPA), 25 Grade Related Information, 25 H Grade Reporting, 26 Health and Human Performance course Grades reported for courses dropped, 24 descriptions, 71-73 Grading System, 25 Health and Human Performance, Department Graduate assistantships, 37 of, 69 Graduate and Research Council, 20, 26 Health Services, The A.R. Boyd, 13 Graduate degrees and academic programs, 42,44 Health Services Administration Specialization, 70 Graduate departments or areas, History of University, 8 (see departments) Home page address, 1, 4, inside front cover Graduate Faculty, 94 Honorary and Professional organizations, 16 Graduate Record Examination, (GRE), 19 Alpha Epsilon Rhio, 16 Graduate research, 27, 28 Alpha Psi Omega, 16 Graduate Studies, College of Bunger, Fred, Memorial Award, 16 accreditation, (inside front cover) Phi Delta Kappa, 16 admission to graduate studies, 19 Phi Kappa Phi, 16 assistantships, 37 Phi Mu Alpha, 16 candidacy, 29 Pi Nu, 16 categories of admission, Psi Chi, 16 credit load, 23 Sigma Alpha Iota, 16 conditional status, 20 Honor students, 30 education specialist program admission fees, Housing, 11 30, 32 How to Apply for Financial Aid, 34 financial aid and scholarships, 34 Human Research Review Committee, 28 grading system, 25 Humanities, (Creative Arts), 86 load max, academic time status classification, 23 I mission statement, 19 Identification card required, 31 non-degree student, 20 Immunization, 13 post masters status, 21 In-state residency, 29, 90 programs of study, 29 Inclement weather, 24 programs with specific admission Incomplete Grades, 25 requirements, 21 Industrial/Organizational Psychology, 22, 73 regular admission status, 20 Institutional Review Board (IRB), 28 requirements, 23 Instructional Technology Specialization, 59 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 104

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Instructional Conducting Specialization, 59 Mathematic Education, 86 Insurance sickness and accident, 13 Mathematics Specialization, 60 Intercollegiate athletics, 15 Maximum load for graduate student, 23 International Education, 15 Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Immunization International Students, Admission of 22 (MMR) 13 Internet address, 1, 4, (inside front cover) Minority Scholarships, 35 Intramural Recreation, 15 Mission statement, 19 Multicultural Programs and Services, 12 L MMR, 13 Languages and Literature, Department of, 49 Music Applied Group Instructions, 56 Larson, Mabel, Art Gallery, 10 Music course descriptions, 56-58 Leadership Specialization, 60 Music, Department of, 52 Learning Center, The, 14 Music Education Concentration, 53 Liability, 18 Music Performance, 54, 55 Library, 10 Linguistics, 86 N Living accommodations, 11 NASP licensure, 74 Load, National Alumni Association, 15 credit, 23 Non-degree student, admission of, 20 graduate assistantship, 37 Non-discrimination, policy of, (inside front cover) veterans, 38 Non-public school or non-licensure Loans, specialization, 63 funds, 35 Nursing, 88 student, 34 O M Off-campus instruction (see Distance Learning) Majors and Degrees, 42 (Also see Programs of Online instruction (see Distance Learning) Study) Other Forms of Financial Assistance Mandatory “F” date, 24 graduate assistantships, 37 Map, campus, (inside back cover) vocational rehabilitation, 37 Masters of Art, 45, 50, 74 Organizations, student, 16 Master of Science, 70, 80 Out-of-state fees, 30, 33, 91 Masters degree, Overload, 23 admissions requirements,19 concentrations, 43 P majors and degrees, 43 Parking and Traffic, 14 specializations, 43 Part-time Employment, 37 Programs of Study, general campus work, 37 Biology, 79 federal work-study, 37 Communication Arts, 45 off-campus work, 37 Curriculum and Instruction, 59 Pass-fail grading, 25 Education, 59 Payments and Refund, 32 English, 49 Perkins Student Loan (Federal), 35 Guidance and Counseling, 74 Phi Delta Kappa, 16 Health and Human Performance, 70 Phi Kappa Phi, 16 Music, 53 Phi Mu Alpha, 16 Psychology, 74 Pi Nu, 16 Reading, 62 Police, 13 Special Education, 59, 90 Policy of Class Attendance and Unofficial specific admission requirements, 21 Withdrawals, 35 Mathematics and Computer Science College of, Policy on Allocation of Refunds and Repayment 80 to Title IV Federal (Pell Grant, FSEOG, Mathematics, 86 Federal Perkins, Federal APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 105

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Stafford Student Loans), 36 for graduate assistantship Post-Masters Status, 21 letters, Psi Chi, 16 Recreation, Intramural, 15 Prerequisites and Corequisites, 23 Red Mud Review, The, 16 Privacy Act (FERPA), 17 Refunds, 32, 36 Probation, 26 Registration, fee, (see fees and expenses) Problem courses, 23 Registration for Students 60 years and Older and Proficiency in English and Grading, 26 Students with Disabilities Required Fees, 32 Program with Specific Admission Requirements, Regular admission, 20 educational leadership studies, 21 Rental, Housing, 11, 31, 33 educational specialist degrees, Repeating a course, 25 administration and supervision Reporting grades for courses dropped, 24 concentration, 22 Requirements, counseling and guidance concentration, 22 Counseling and Guidance Concentration, 22 school psychology, 22 Education Specialist, 21, 22 guidance and counseling, 22 Masters Degree, 19 music, 22 School of Psychology Concentration, 22 psychology, 22 Research Involving Humans and Animals, 28 Programs of Study, 29, 43 Research literacy, demonstration of, 27 Biology, 79 Research Plans, 27 Communication Arts, 45 Research project, 27 Curriculum and Instruction, 59 Research requirements, Education Specialist, 62, 75 Continued enrollment to complete graduate Elementary Education, 63 research requirements, 28 English, 50 plan I (demonstration of research literacy), 27 Guidance and Counseling, 74 plan II (research project), 27 Health and Human Performance, 70 plan III (thesis), 28 Instructional Technology Specialization, 59 plan IV (field study report), 28 Leadership Specialization, 60 research involving humans and animals, 28 Music, 53 Residence halls, 11 Psychology, 22, 74 Residence requirements, 29, 91 Reading, 62 Residency, Candidacy, and Degree School of Psychology, 73 Completion,29 Special Education, 59, 90 Residency for Fee Purposes, 29, 91 Protection of Rights and Privacy, 17 Resource, Career, 12 Provisional admission, 20 Resume’ development service, 12 Psychological Science, 22, 73 Returnable Deposits, 31 Psychology, Competency Evaluation Retention, 26 for Licensure, 73 Rights, University, 18 Psychology Course Description, 75-79 Room and Board, 31 Psychology, Department of, 73 ROTC scholarship, 35 Public and Community Health, Public Management, 88 S Publications, student, 16 Safety, Campus Security, 13 Satisfactory Academic Progress Required to Q Receive and Renew Aid, 36 Quality points, 25 Satisfactory Progress, 36, 40 Schedule, R changes of, 24 Reading Course Description, 69 of classes, 23 Reading, 62, 69 Scholarships, Readmission, 27 African American Graduate Fellowship, 35 Recommendation, Letter of, 44 Disbursement of Funds, 36 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 106

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Federal Perkins Student Loan, 35 part-time, 23 Federal Subsidized Stafford Student Loan, 35 publications, 16 Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, 35 services, 12 Minority, 35 studies, Educational Leadership, 21, 60 ROTC, 35 teaching, 64 Scholastic standards, 25 transfer credit, 29 School Counseling, 22, 63, 75 transient, 21 School of Education, 59 Student Government Association, 16 School Psychology, 22, 63, 75 Student Insurance, 13 Science Education course description, 88 Student Life, Second Masters Degree, 29 code of student conduct, 17 Secondary Education, 63 confidentially of student records, 17 Security-Campus Safety, 13 drug-free schools and communities Selective Admission (Psychology), 22 amendments act, 18 Selective retention, 26 Greek organizations, 14 Senior I Status, 21 honorary and professional organizations, 16 Senior II Status, 21 intercollegiate athletics, 15 Services for the Disabled, 13 international education, 15 Sigma Alpha Iota, 16 intramural recreations, 15 Smoking and Clean Air, 18 national alumni associations, 15 Sociology, 89 smoking and clean air, 18 Spanish Education, 89 student government associations, 16 Special Education, 59, 90 student organizations, 16 Special fees (see fees and expenses) student publications, 16 Specializations, All State, The, 16 Choral conducting, 54 Tower, The, 16 corporate communication, 45 students right to know,18 exercise science, 70 university liability, 18 general communication, 45 university rights, 18 health services administration, 70 Student Organizations, 16 instrumental conducting, 55 Student Publications, 16 instructional technology, 59 Student Right to Know Act, 18 leadership, 60 Students with Disabilities, 13 mathematics, 60 Suspension, 26 sport administration, 71 System of grading, 25 Sports Administration Specialization, 71 Stafford Student Loan, 35 T Statements, Table of Contents, 2 vision, 8, 19 Tennessee State Employees, 32 mission, 8, 19 Testing as a degree requirement, 29 of policy, 25 Theatre, 44 Student, Theatre course description, 48-49 code of conduct, 17 Thesis, 28 confidentiality of records (FERPA), 17 Time limit for completing the degree, 29 due process, 27 TOEFL, 22 employment, 37 Tower, The, 16 full-time, 23 Traffic and Parking, 14 health services, 13 Trahern Gallery of Art, 10 insurance, 13 Transfer credit, 29 international, 22 Transient student, 21 life, 14 Tuition, (see fees and expenses) loan funds, 34 organizations, 16 APSUGradBulletin000-108 5/18/04 11:55 AM Page 107

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U Unclassified Status, 20 Undergraduates Taking Graduates Credits, 21 Undergraduates Registering in Graduate Courses, 21, 24 Unit of Credit, 23 University, calendar, 5 history, 8 housing, 11 liability, 18 University Liability, 18 University Rights, 18 mission statement, 8 rights, 18 vision statement, 8 Unofficial withdrawal, 24, 35 V Veterans Affairs Benefits, 38 admission to the university is required for receiving VA benefits, 39 applying for DVA educational benefits/initial tuition requirements, 39 avoiding DVA education overpayment, 39 Critical areas of concern for continuing DVA certification for benefits, 39 if an educational overpayment is created, 39 matriculation, 39 proper degree pursuit, 40 repeated or excessive courses, 40 report changes in enrollment, 38 understanding the consequences of change, 38 Vocational Rehabilitation, 37 W Weather, 24 Web site address (see inside front cover), 1, 4 Web-based instruction (see Distance Learning) Withdrawal, from course, 24 from University, 24 last day for “W”, 24, 25 Woodward, Felix G., Library, 10 Work, part-time, 36

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College Of Arts & Letters ...... HH, 127 Human Resources ...... BR, 002 School Of Education ...... CX, 210 Departments College Of Business...... KB, 104 Killebrew Hall School Of Education-Certification Analyst 1 ...... CX, 106B College Of Graduate Studies ...... KB, 203 Information Technology ...... BR, 12A School Of Education-Certification Analyst 2 ...... CX, 106C Academic Affairs ...... BR, 109 College Of Professional Programs & Social Sciences MCR, 210 Information Technology—Computer Maintenance . . BR, 21 School Of Nursing...... MCR, 122 Accounting ...... KB, 128 College Of Science & Mathematics ...... HH, 127 Information Technology—Help Desk ...... CL,121 School Of Technology & Public Management* . . . . FCC, 6727 Accounting Services ...... BR, 144 Communication & Theatre ...... MMC, 173 Institute For Learning In Retirement* ...... PS, 106 Secretarial Office Procedures* ...... FCC Accounts Payable ...... BR, 146 Community School Of The Arts ...... MMC, 137 Institutional Research & Effectiveness ...... EL, 214 Sevier Hall Accounts Receivable ...... BR, 140 Computer Science Technology*...... FCC Internal Audit ...... BR, 133 Shipping & Receiving...... SH, 167

Admissions ...... EL, 117 Construction Technology*...... FCC International Education ...... HH, 143 Small Business Center (located at the Chamber of Commerce, - Affirmative Action ...... BR, 7C Cooperative Education-Fort Campbell* ...... FCC Intramurals ...... MH, 111 312 Madison St.) 108 African American Cultural Center ...... CL, 120 Counseling & Testing Center...... EL, 202 Languages & Literature ...... HH, 115 Snack Bar ...... UC Agriculture ...... SSC, D232 Cross Hall Learning Center...... UC, 118 Social Work ...... MX, 104 All State...... UC 115

Data Processing* ...... FCC Learning Resource Center ...... CX, 104 Sociology ...... CL, 143 5/18/04 Alumni & Annual Giving ...... EH Developmental Studies Program ...... CL, 103 Library ...... LB Sports Information ...... DU, 132 Aramark ...... UC Developmental Studies Program Labs ...... CL, 128 Maintenance & Repair...... SH, 101 Student Affairs ...... BR, 115 Art...... TR, 208 Disability Services ...... CL, 140 Management & Marketing ...... KB, 225 & 228 Student Development Center ...... UC, 114 Art House...... 302 CastleHgts Distance Education ...... HA, 307 Management Technology* ...... FCC Student Financial Aid ...... EL, 232

Athletic Marketing & Promotion/Dev...... DU, 102 Economics ...... KB, 130 Mathematics & Computer Science ...... CX, 304 Student Government Association ...... UC, 208 Athletics ...... DU, 141 Education ...... CX, 205 Meacham Apts. Student Health Services ...... EL, 104 11:55 Athletics-Academic Services ...... DU, 307 Educational Opportunity Center ...... EL, 325 Media Services ...... LB, 124 Student Life ...... UC, 211 Athletics-Ticket Office ...... DU, 136A Electronics Technology* ...... FCC Military Science & Leadership...... ARM, 107 Student Support Services ...... EL, 320 Athletics-Trainer ...... DU, 152 Emerald Hills (apartments) Miller Hall Tecta ...... CX, 106D Austin Peay State Univ. Fort Campbell* . . . . . FCC, Bldg. 202 Employee Lounge...... BR, 215 Morgran University Center ...... UC Telephone Services ...... BR, 133 AM Automotive Technology* ...... FCC, Bldg. 5511 Engineering Technology* ...... FCC Music ...... MMC, 139 Tennis ...... TC Baptist Student Union ...... 306 Drane St. Enrichment Programs ...... HH, 144 Music-Ticket Office...... MMC Lobby Theatre Box Office ...... TR, 224

Baseball ...... DU, 145 Environmental Education Center Non Credit Programs* ...... PS Tn Small Business Center*...... PS Page Basketball-Men’s ...... DU, 178 Extended Education* ...... PS Nursing, School Of ...... MCR, 122 Track & Cross Country ...... DU, 256 Basketball-Women’s ...... DU, 227 Finance & Administration ...... BR, 151 Pace Alumni Center ...... EH Tri-County Upward Bound ...... 228 Castle Hgts. Biology ...... SSC D125 Finance, Management & Marketing ...... KB,128 Philosophy & History ...... HH, 340 University Advancement ...... BR, 216 Blount Hall Financial Aid ...... EL, 232 Physical Plant ...... SH, 101 University Center...... UC 108 Book & Supply Store ...... CEH Food Services ...... UC Physics & Astronomy ...... SSC, B332 University Programs...... UC, 211 Business Law, Economics, Gen. Bus. & Dec. Science KB, 128 Football ...... DU, 227 Police Science & Administration* ...... FCC Upward Bound (High School)...... DU, 259 Business Office ...... BR, 133 Fort Campbell Center * ...... FCC, 202 Political Science ...... CL, 143 Veterans Affairs ...... EL, 232 Cafeteria...... UC Geographical Info. Systems ...... MX, 243 Post Office ...... UC, lower level Veterans Upward Bound ...... 219 Castle Hgts. Campus Police...... SH, 133 Geography And Geology ...... MX, 103 Power Plant...... Volleyball-Women’s ...... DU, 130 Career Services ...... UC, 208 Gov’S I.D. Card Center...... UC info desk President’s Office ...... BR, 125 W.E.T.T. Project ...... SSC, C125 Catering Services ...... UC Graduate Studies ...... KB, 203 Printing & Duplicating ...... LB, 124 WAPX-FM...... MMC Catholic Student Union* ...... 744 Franklin St Grants & Sponsored Programs ...... BR, 212 Professional Education Experiences ...... CX, 233 Water Education For Tennessee Teachers ...... SSC, C125 Center Of Excellence For Field Biology ...... SSC D127 Greek Affairs ...... UC, 211 Psychology ...... CL, 205 Wesley Foundation ...... 510 College St. Center Of Excellence For The Creative Arts ...... MMC, 165 Greek Organizations ...... ML, 101 Public Management* ...... FCC Women’s Studies...... HH, 139 Center Of Excellence-Music Concert Theatre. . . . . MMC, 135 Hand Villages Public Relations & Marketing ...... BR, 206 Zone 3...... HH, 304 Center Of Excellence-Music Ticket Office ...... MMC, 133 Harvill Hall Public Safety ...... SH, 133 Center Of Excellence-Theatre Ticket Office ...... TR, 224 Health Services ...... EL, 104 Public Safety-Emergency ...... SH, 133 *. . Off-campus location not shown on map. Center Of Excellence-Zone 3 ...... HH, 304 Health & Human Performance ...... DU, 269 Purchasing ...... SH, 120 Cheerleaders...... DU, 141 Heritage Program ...... HH, 214 Rawlins Hall Accuracy: Chemistry ...... SSC, A308 High School Upward Bound ...... DU, 259 Registrar (Office Of) ...... EL, 120 This map is accurate as of its publishing date. Child Learning Center ...... SX History & Philosophy ...... HH, 340 Restaurant Management*...... FCC Changes may have occurred since publication. Child Learning Center-Before/After School Care . Emerald 3-C Honors Program ...... HH, 142 Roads & Grounds ...... SH, 101 For the latest updates go to www.apsu.edu. Church Of Christ Student Center...... College St. Housing/Residence Life ...... ML, 119 ROTC ...... ARM, 107