Augusta State University Continuing Our Commitment to Excellence in Teaching Advancement of Knowledge Enrichment of Community
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Augusta State University Continuing Our Commitment to Excellence in Teaching Advancement of Knowledge Enrichment of Community University System of Georgia General Catalog 2008-2009 Augusta State University Augusta, Georgia 30904-2200 This catalog is intended primarily to guide Augusta State University students through their chosen academic programs. Although the university takes pride in a good student advising system, the individual student bears the main responsibility for his or her program, and this catalog should be the basic source of information. Prospective students, parents, and high school counselors should find the information useful as well. Augusta State University (ASU) is an equal educational opportunity institution in that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, creed, national origin, or handicap, be excluded from participation in or be otherwise subjected to discrimination by any educational program, activity, or facility. This is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. ASU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Augusta State University reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on changes will be available in the Office of the Regis trar. It is especially important that all students realize their individual responsibility to keep apprised of current requirements for their particular degree programs. As part of an on going effort to make this a better catalog—accurate, up-to-date, and well organized—all Augusta State University students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to submit editorial suggestions for improvement. Suggestions dealing with inaccuracies, clarity, organization and presentation of information may be submitted at any time to: Mr. Jeff Heck Augusta State University Secretary and Catalog Editor c/o Office of the VPAA 706-737-1422 [email protected] Photos for the catalog courtesy of Public Relations A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Augusta State University is first and foremost a place of learning, where students learn from and with outstanding professors. It is also a place where students are individuals, not numbers. This catalog describes our programs, lists our courses, and explains the procedures and policies of the university. I encourage you–as students–to use it for these purposes. I also encourage you to look at the listing of our faculty. Note their names, their fields of study, and the dozens of superb universities from which they earned advanced degrees. They are the key to the success of our students. If you have any questions about academic programs or services, please consult the directory of administrative offices at the back of this catalog. Our Office of Admissions (706-737-1632 or 800-341-4373) can answer any inquiries about admissions criteria, enrollment procedures, or the transfer of credit from other institutions. Welcome to Augusta State University! Sincerely yours, William A. Bloodworth, Jr., Ph.D. President ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2007-2008* Fall 2008 Spring 2009 Summer 2009 Application Deadline July 18 Dec 5 April 11 Registration** Aug 11-15 Jan 5-6 May 19 Classes Begin Aug 18 Jan 7 May 20 Schedule Adjustment Aug 18-20 Jan 7-9 May 20-22 Student Holiday Sep 1 Jan 1 July 3 Nov 26-28 Jan 19 Dec 13-Jan 6 Apr 6-11 Midterm Oct 13 Mar 4 June 19 Legislative Exams July 21, Aug 7, Dec 1 Apr 3, May 15 June 5 Regents’ Test Oct 22-Nov 4 Mar 11-24 June 24-30 Prereg. Next Term Nov 10-14 Apr 13-17 Apr 13-17, June 8-12 Next Term Fees Due Dec 4 Apr 29 July 31 Classes End Dec 4 Apr 29 July 28 Examinations Dec 8-11 May 1, 4-6 July 30-31 Grades Due Dec 14 May 7 Aug 2 Graduation May 9 * The above dates were correct when this catalog went to press in summer 2008. Always refer to the most current edition of the campus calendar before making planning decisions. julian.aug.edu ** There will be no registration after these dates. Only add/drop (schedule adjustment) is permitted after registration ends. Contents Introduction to Augusta State University ............................................................................... 1 History of ASU ......................... 1 ASU Mission Statement … …2 Accreditations .......................... 1 University Vision ........... … 2 University System of Georgia .. 1 University Goals ..........……2 Admissions Policies and Enrollment ..................................................................................... 3 Preparation of Application Senior Students ................ 9 Materials ........................... 3 Former Students ............... 9 Admissions Requirements ....... 5 ASU-Paine College Freshman .......................... 5 Co-enrollment ................. 9 Transfer Students .............. 7 International Students: Transient Students ............ 8 Special Requirements ..... 9 Add. Degree Students ....... 8 Admissions Decisions and Other Non-Degree Notification ...................... 12 Admissions Req. ............ 9 Preparing for Registration...... 12 Financial Information ............................................................................................................. 13 Fees and Other Costs ........... 13 Waivers for Non-Resident Refunds and Withdrawals...... 15 Tuition ............................. 18 Georgia Resident Status ....... 16 Financial Aid .......................... 19 Acquiring In-state Status ....... 17 Academic Regulations and Information ................................................................................20 Academic Standing & GPA .... 20 Graduation Requirements ..... 23 Additional Baccalaureate Honors Program .................... 26 Degree ............................ 21 Learning Support ................... 26 Auditing a Course .................. 21 Load/Overload ....................... 27 Class Attendance................... 21 Majors .................................... 27 Classification ......................... 22 Minors .................................... 27 Course Changes.................... 22 Regents’ Testing Program Course Repeat Policy ............ 22 (BOR Policy) ................... 28 Course Substitution ............... 22 Transient & Co-enrolled ASU Curriculum Changes .............. 22 Students .......................... 29 Deans’ Lists ........................... 22 Unit of Credit.......................... 29 Grade Changes ..................... 23 Withdrawal from a Course ..... 29 Grading System ..................... 23 Where to Go - Information on Facilities, Services and Activities at ASU ...........................................................................................31 Academic Advisement Center 31 Counseling Center ..................33 Alumni Association ................ 31 Cultural & Entertainment Athletics ................................. 31 Programs ........................ 34 ASU Foundation .................... 31 Curriculum Center…………… 34 Bookstore .............................. 31 Email Policies & Procedures . 34 Business Office...................... 32 Endowed Professorships ....... 35 Career Center ........................ 32 First Year Experience ............ 35 Conservatory Program .......... 33 Food Services........................ 36 Continuing Education ............ 33 Grants Administration ............ 36 Cooperative Education .......... 33 HIV Policy .............................. 36 Copy Center .......................... 33 Information Technology Srvcs 37 Insurance ............................... 38 Student Development ............ 39 Jag Card ................................ 38 Student Government Assn..... 40 Library.................................... 38 Student Organizations ........... 40 Maxwell Performing Arts Th. .. 38 Student Records .................... 40 Media Services ...................... 39 Student Services ................... 40 Public Relations Study Abroad ........................ 40 and Publications Office ...... 39 Testing and Disability Srvcs ... 40 Public Safety Services ........... 39 Veterans’ Affairs ..................... 41 Research Center ................... 39 Web Site ................................ 41 Student Activities ................... 39 Writing Center ........................ 41 Student Rights and Responsibilities .....................................................................................42 Academic Honesty................. 42 Student Acad. Grievances .....44 Discipline ............................... 43 Confidentiality of Student Student Academic Appeals .... 43 Records ........................... 47 Undergraduate Programs .......................................................................................................48 Core Curriculum ..................... 50 College of Education ........... 142 Honors Program ..................... 52 James M. Hull College of Business College of Arts and Sciences.. 54 .................................... 156 Graduate Programs .............................................................................................................. 165 College of Arts & Sciences .. 166 James M. Hull College of Business College of Education ........... 173 ....................................194