UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2017–2018

THE MERCY UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY Academic Calendar

Fall 2017 Semester Monday, August 28 Classes begin (Main and 7.5wk1 Session) Saturday M.B.A 7.5wk1.: 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 Ed Accelerated EDACC1: 8/28/17–10/30/17 Convocation Thursday, August 31 Labor Day Holiday Break (no classes) Monday, September 4 Mercy Day Mass Thursday, September 21 Columbus Day Holiday Break (no classes) Monday, October 9–Tuesday, October 10 7.5wk1 Session Ends Saturday, October 21 Monday, October 23 7.5wk2 Session Begins Saturday M.B.A. 7.5wk2: 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 Ed Accelerated EDACC2: 10/25/17–1/11/18 Critical Concerns Week Friday, November 3–Friday, November 10 Thanksgiving Holiday Break (no classes) Wednesday, November 22–Sunday, November 26 Study Day (no classes) Tuesday, December 12 Final Assessments (Main and 7.5wk2 Session) Wednesday, December 13–Tuesday, December 19 (Snow Date for Final Assessments) Wednesday, December 20

Winter 2018 Session

Classes Meet 12/20, 12/21, 1/2–1/5, 1/8–1/12, 1/16–1/19 Final Assessments Friday, January 19, 2018

Spring 2018 Semester

Monday, January 22 Classes begin (Main and 7.5wk1 Session) Saturday M.B.A. 7.5wk1: 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/17 Mass of the Holy Spirit Tuesday, February 13 Presidents’ Day (no classes) Monday, February 19 Spring Break (no classes) Sunday, March 4–Saturday, March 10 7.5wk1 Session Ends Monday, March 19 Tuesday, March 20 7.5wk2 Session Begins Saturday M.B.A. 7.5wk2: 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12 Easter Break (no classes) Wednesday, March 28–Monday, April 2 Assessment Planning Day for Faculty (no classes for students) Tuesday, April 3 Last Day of Classes Monday, May 14 Final Assessments (Main and 7.5wk2 Session) Tuesday, May 15–Monday, May 21 Graduate Commencement Ceremony Wednesday, May 23 Baccalaureate Mass & Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony Thursday, May 24

Summer 2018

Tuesday, May 29–Saturday, July 7; Holiday: Wednesday, July 4 Summer 1–6 Week Saturday M.B.A.: 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7 Summer 1–12 Week Tuesday, May 29–Saturday, August 18; Holiday: Wednesday, July 4 Monday, July 9–Saturday, August 18 Summer 2–6 Week Saturday M.B.A.: 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18 Catalog dates were accurate as of the time of printing. Please verify academic calendar dates by accessing the online academic calendar published under the Academics menu at georgian.edu. Bridge General Education Goals & Learning Outcomes 29 Contents Bridge General Education Program: Requirements 29 Academic Calendar Bridge General Education Program: I: General Information 1 Categories & Courses 29 Mission Statement 1 Writing Requirement 31 Our Core Values 1 Writing Program 32 Statement on our Special Concern for Women 1 Majors, Minors, Concentrations, Certifications & Other Programs 33 Notice of Nondiscrimination Policy 2 The University Honors Program 36 Undergraduate Study at Georgian Court University 2 Preparation for Careers in Engineering, Law, Medicine, History 2 Pharmacy & Physical Therapy 39 Historic Highlights 3 Accreditations & Memberships 5 IV: Academic Policies & Procedures 42 The Campus 6 Academic Advisement 42 II: Admission 9 Graduation Requirements 42 Grading System 43 Classification of Undergraduate Students 9 Audit 43 Admission of First-Year (High School Senior or Graduate) for Matriculation 9 Grade Posting 43 Secondary School Preparation 9 Grade Appeals 43 Secondary School Preparation for Nursing Applicants 9 Academic Progress ...... 44 Admission Procedures for First-Year Students 9 Class Status 44 Admission Procedures of Adult Students 15 Course Load 44 Admission Requirements for International Students Incomplete Work 44 on F-1 Student Visas 15 Add/Drop Policy 45 PACT (Performance Assistance through Coaching & Course Withdrawal Policy 45 Tutoring) 15 Academic Early Warning System 45 Admission of Transfer Students 16 Academic Probation & Dismissal 45 Admission of Students Participating in Dual Degree/Joint Repeating a Course 46 Admission and Program-to-Program Agreements with Community Colleges 23 Class Attendance 47 Programs at Brookdale Community College’s Cancellation of Classes 47 Hazlet Center 24 Course Final Assessment 47 Programs at Cumberland County College’s Students Taking Courses at an Enrollment Location Vineland Campus 25 Other than Their Own 47 Admission for a Second Baccalaureate Degree 25 Transfer of Credit 48 Admission of Registered Nurses 25 Articulation Agreements 48 Admission to Postbaccalaureate Teacher Education Nondisclosure 49 Certificate Programs 25 Summer Session 49 Deferral of Enrollment 25 Credit by Testing 49 Readmission of Students 26 Policy for Credit for Prior Learning for Admission of Nonmatriculating (Nondegree, Undergraduate Coursework 49 Noncertificate, Noncertification) Students 26 Online, Hybrid & VTC Courses 49 Step Ahead for High School Students 27 Independent Studies 50 Nondisclosure 27 Credit Hour Assignments for Courses 50 Notice 27 Study Abroad 50 III: Academic Programs 28 Access to Records 50 Institutional Learning Goals 28 Solomon Amendment 51 Bridge General Education Program: Vision Statement 28 Request for Transcript 51 Academic Honesty 51 Student Success 77 Procedures for Dealing with Academic Dishonesty 52 TRIO–Student Support Services 77 Withdrawal from the University 53 VII: School of Arts & Sciences 79 Leave of Absence 53 Applied Arts & Sciences 79 Academic Year 54 Art & Visual Studies 80 Dean’s List & President’s List 54 Biology 83 Fall Convocation 54 Chemistry & Biochemistry 91 Honors at Graduation 54 Criminal Justice 95 V: Financial Information 55 Dance 99 Tuition and Fees: 2017–2018 55 English 103 Manner of Payment 55 Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports 110 Refund Policy 56 History, Geography & Political Science 113 International Student Policy & Procedures 56 Integrative Health 117 International Student Addendum 57 Interdisciplinary Studies 119 Financial Aid Information 57 Interdisciplinary Course & Earth Sciences Courses 120 Types of Financial Aid 58 Mathematics & Computer Information Systems 122 Verification Policy 59 Music Courses 126 Returning Students & Renewal Awards 59 Natural Sciences 127 Federal Title IV Refund Policy 59 Nursing 129 Military (Tuition Assistance [TA]) Refund Policy 60 Philosophy 135 Military (Tuition Assistance [TA]) Return of Unused Physical Education 137 TA to the Government Policy 60 Physics 138 Federal Financial Aid Programs 60 Psychology & Counseling 139 Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy 63 Religious Studies 146 Remedial Coursework 64 Social Work 149 Maximum Time Frame 64 Sociology, Anthropology & Pre-Law 153 Appeal Process 65 World Languages & Cultures 155 Adjustment of Financial Aid 65 Student Responsibilities 65 VIII: School of Business & Digital Media 162 Scholarships & Awards 66 Business Administration, Accounting & Economics 162 VI: Campus Life 71 Communication, Graphic Design & Multimedia 175 Academic Development & Support Center 71 Health Information Management 182 Athletic & Recreation Program 72 IX: School of Education 184 Campus Ministry ...... 72 Career Services, Corporate Engagement & X: Interdisciplinary Minors 197 Continuing Education 73 Commuting 73 XI: Skills Development Program 200 Counseling Center 73 XII: Appendices 201 Dean of Students 74 Administration 201 Global Education Programs 74 Librarians & Teaching Faculty 202 Health Services 74 Associate Faculty in Medical Technology Program 207 Residence Life 75 Athletics Staff 207 Student Activities ...... 76 Special Programs 208 Student Organizations 76 Compassion: We embrace the joys and sorrows of I: GENERAL INFORMATION others to whom and with whom we minister and are moved to action in solidarity with the human community. Choosing to listen with an open heart, empathize with others, and perform acts of kindness that alleviate suffering—choosing to aid the planet and MISSION STATEMENT others’ needs. Service: We joyfully extend our energy and Georgian Court University, founded by the resources on behalf of the poor, sick, and of New Jersey in 1908 and sponsored by the Institute of uneducated, working to relieve misery and address the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas since January of its causes where possible. Choosing to act when a 2007, provides a comprehensive liberal arts education in need is perceived by using one’s skills, ingenuity, and the Roman Catholic tradition. The university has a special experience to create benefit—choosing to accept that in concern for women and is a dynamic community life we are all servers and served. committed to the core values of justice, respect, integrity, service, and compassion, locally and globally. These values are the roots from which Georgian Court University activities, decisions, and behaviors flow. Georgian Court University provides students with • A curriculum broad enough to be truly liberal, yet specialized enough to support further study and future careers; • An environment for the entire university community to STATEMENT ON OUR grow through shared educational, cultural, social, and SPECIAL CONCERN FOR WOMEN spiritual experiences; and • The will to translate concern for social justice into action. Georgian Court University, a Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy, is committed to the equality of women in all facets of society, to the full development of women’s abilities, and the generous outpouring of women’s influences and contributions in the world. OUR CORE VALUES Women’s knowledge, leadership, and engagement are critical in creating a vibrant culture, just society, and As an institution sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, healthy global environment. Georgian Court University is committed to the following GCU’s special concern for women gives life to the ideals guiding principles: of justice, compassion, and excellence by educating both Respect: We reverence the dignity of all persons and women and men to be informed, active citizens of a all life as gifts of God and strive to promote dynamic and complex world. GCU aims to graduate community in our world. Choosing to accept what may students who incorporate creativity, thoughtful be perceived as different without passing judgment— discernment, and care for all of creation in their personal choosing to appreciate social and cultural differences as and professional lives. strengths that enable people to work together. Women’s equality issues are integrated into the Integrity: We believe that fidelity to moral curriculum—undergraduate and graduate—in principles, honesty, and sincerity are the basis of student/faculty research, and in student life. As a result, trustworthiness in all encounters. Choosing to be Georgian Court teaches women and men about the true and honest in all circumstances, living one’s importance of an equitable society where women are highest version of self—choosing to base one’s actions valued, treated with respect, and enjoy the same fiscal on a consistent set of principles and values at all times. and leadership opportunities as their male counterparts. Justice: We believe ordering of right relationships The university ensures access to transformative with all persons and all creation is fundamental to educational experiences where students cultivate our advocacy for structures that protect the balanced, informed, productive, forward-thinking vulnerable. Choosing to be a catalyst for social justice leadership skills. By placing women’s success at the to ensure that all human beings are treated respectfully center of the mission, GCU underscores the pivotal role and equally—choosing peace for myself and the world. that women play in global change.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 1 The university is dedicated to student success, both personally and professionally. Open to students who commute, live on campus, or take courses online, GCU NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION offers a comprehensive liberal arts education in the OLICY Roman Catholic tradition. The emphasis is on building P strong leaders who excel in their careers; contribute to Georgian Court University is committed to the policy that the greater good of their communities, state, and nation; all persons shall have equal access to programs, and can approach any obstacle with confidence. facilities, admission, and employment without regard to GCU’s programs encompass undergraduate, graduate and personal characteristics not related to ability, certificate programs offered with flexible and convenient performance, or qualifications as determined by university scheduling—on campus, online, and through accelerated policy or by state or federal authorities. It is the policy of and hybrid courses. Undergraduate programs are available the university to maintain an academic and work at the main campus in Lakewood and select courses of environment free of discrimination, including harassment. study are offered through GCU@Hazlet and It is a violation of this policy to discriminate if the basis of GCU@Cumberland. that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, the person’s race, creed, religion, color, national origin, The learning environment at GCU is truly student- nationality, ancestry, age, gender (including pregnancy centered, with services that support and empower and sexual harassment), marital status, domestic students to explore ideas, solve problems, make partnership or civil union status, affectional or sexual decisions, and develop leadership skills. Classes are orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical small and interactive, encouraging one-on-one hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, communication between students and professors and mental or physical disability, military service or veteran affording numerous opportunities for joint scholarship and status, or any other basis that is protected under research. Georgian Court emphasizes the critical thinking applicable law. and ethical leadership skills that graduates need to observe, analyze, compare, evaluate, and compete in an Further, the university is committed to creating an ever-changing world. environment which is free from intolerance directed toward individuals or groups and strives to create and To arrange a campus visit where you can meet with maintain an environment in which people are treated with faculty and students, call the Office of Undergraduate dignity, decency, and respect. Acts of intolerance violate Admissions at 732.987.2700. Visit GCU on the Web at the principles upon which Georgian Court is built and georgian.edu or write to Georgian Court University, 900 serve to destroy the fabric of the society we share. Such Lakewood Avenue, Lakewood, NJ, 08701-2697. actions not only do untold and unjust harm to the dignity, safety, and well-being of those who experience this pernicious kind of discrimination but also threaten the reputation of the university and impede the realization of the university’s educational mission. HISTORY Georgian Court University encourages reporting of all Georgian Court University was founded in 1908 by the perceived incidents of discrimination or harassment. It is Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey as a women’s liberal arts the policy of the university to promptly and thoroughly college in the Roman Catholic tradition. The university investigate such reports. Retaliation against any began in North Plainfield, New Jersey, headquarters of individual who reports discrimination or harassment or the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey—and was originally who participates in an investigation of such reports is called Mount Saint Mary’s College. With an inaugural prohibited. Inquiries concerning this policy may be class of seven young women, Mount Saint Mary’s College directed to the Office of Human Resources, Georgian set out to offer women a quality education rooted in the Court University, 900 Lakewood Avenue, Lakewood, NJ Mercy core values of respect, integrity, justice, 08701-2697. compassion, and service. The student body grew steadily, and by the 1920s the search was on for a new campus to accommodate the college’s expanding needs. In 1923, the Sisters found Georgian Court, the palatial winter estate of Gilded Age UNDERGRADUATE STUDY AT railroad tycoon George Jay Gould in Lakewood, New EORGIAN OURT NIVERSITY Jersey, that featured stunning architecture in the British G C U Georgian style. The Goulds sold the estate to the Sisters Georgian Court, the only Catholic university serving of Mercy with the stipulation that it retain the name Central and Southern New Jersey, offers 33 Georgian Court. undergraduate programs with numerous concentrations, certificate programs, and areas of minor study. 2 | Georgian Court University In 1924, the college was moved from North Plainfield to Lakewood and was renamed Georgian Court College. The dramatic Gilded Age architecture and idyllic grounds became a hallmark of the college, providing an inspiring HISTORIC HIGHLIGHTS environment where students could grow academically, 1908 Georgian Court College founded by the Sisters of spiritually, and socially. Over the next several decades, Mercy in North Plainfield, New Jersey, under the Georgian Court College’s programs and facilities grew, title Mount Saint Mary’s College and accredited along with its reputation for graduating scholarly women by state of New Jersey of the highest caliber. 1911 College destroyed by fire and immediately rebuilt In 1976, the Graduate Program was launched as the first coeducational program on campus. It was soon followed 1912 First class graduated by the Coeducational Undergraduate Program, which 1922 Accredited by Middle States Commission on allowed both women and men to take undergraduate Higher Education classes in the evening. Mindful of the university’s mission 1924 George Jay Gould estate, bordering Lake to maintain a special concern for women, the Women’s Carasaljo in Lakewood, New Jersey, purchased College continued to provide undergraduate women with as the new site for the campus to house a mentoring and leadership opportunities. growing student body. The original name of Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Georgian Court Georgian Court was maintained as a stipulation continued to expand its academic offerings and resources. of the purchase agreement. The estate included In 2001, Rosemary E. Jeffries, RSM, Ph.D., became the the Mansion, Raymond Hall, the Casino, and the college’s eighth president and embarked on a Gatekeeper’s Lodge, along with the gardens, comprehensive planning process to secure Georgian fountains, and woodlands. Court’s place as a beacon of ethical education and 1925 Mercedes Hall, a Lakewood residence, along with academic excellence. Included among those plans was the original parish church of the town (now the securing university status for Georgian Court, expanding McAuley Heritage Chapel) moved across the degree offerings, and increasing the school’s focus on fields of Lakewood to campus. academic research and scholarship. 1929 Hamilton Hall purchased; our first building In February 2004, the New Jersey Commission on Higher “outside the gates” Education awarded university status, and Georgian Court College became Georgian Court University. Since then, 1931 Kingscote acquired the university has added, expanded, and revised its 1940 Kearney House added, first called the Campus academic offerings; updated campus resources and Club, then the Music Center; known now as technology; and constructed new academic and Lake House residential spaces. 1951 Farley Memorial Library constructed to house On May 15, 2012, President Jeffries again made Court The Court’s growing scholarly collection history when she announced plans to go fully co-ed. This 1961 State of New Jersey approved Georgian Court’s historic move expanded GCU’s Mercy education to a teacher education program more diverse audience and resulted in a Fall 2013 class of 275 entering freshmen. 1961 Saint Joseph Hall built in response to burgeoning college resident population In 2015, the university transitioned to a new era following the retirement of President Jeffries. The GCU Board of 1964 Arts and Science Center completed Trustees named Joseph R. Marbach, Ph.D., as her 1967 Maria Hall, our second residence hall, opened successor, making Dr. Marbach the first man and first layperson to permanently lead GCU as president. He was 1974 New wing doubles the capacity of Farley inaugurated in October 2015 during a week of events and Memorial Library activities reflecting the theme, “Transformation through 1976 First year for the Master of Arts in Education program Catholic Education.” 1978 Master of Arts degrees first conferred on 41 students Over 100 years after its founding, the goals and values set 1978 Entire campus entered into the National Register forth by the Sisters of Mercy remain at the core of all of Historic Places and the New Jersey Register university decisions and activities. Georgian Court University maintains a student-centered learning 1979 Coeducational Undergraduate Program instituted environment, offering superior academic opportunities and 1982 Approval of Master of Arts in Special Education interactive, personalized education to empower our 1983 Hamilton Hall opened as The Learning Center students as leaders in their careers and their communities. 1985 Entire campus designated a National Historic Landmark 1988 Completion of Mercy Center Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 3 1989 Approval of Master of Arts in Education with 2012 Approval of B.A. in Digital Design and B.F.A. in teaching certification Graphic Design and Multimedia; launch of The Sister Mary Grace Burns Arboretum, GCU’s 100% online master’s program in Holistic comprising the entire campus, founded Health Studies 1993 Completion of new library and student 2013 GCU becomes fully coeducational, opening all lounge complex classes and student life programs to men, and adds men’s track and field (indoor and outdoor), 1993 Approval of Master of Arts in Counseling basketball, and soccer Psychology and school psychologist certification 1995 Approval of Master of Business Administration The GCU-Meridian Health School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate 1997 Approval of Master of Arts in Theology Nursing Education. Entering freshman class 1999 The library named in honor of Sister Mary Joseph totals 275 students, outpacing 2009 record of Cunningham, former treasurer of the college 253 freshmen 2001 Approval of Master of Arts in Holistic Health Studies The university secures $8.4 million in state bond funding to upgrade and renovate campus 2003 Women in Leadership Development buildings and classrooms program instituted 2014 GCU-Brookdale Community College Guaranteed 2004 Georgian Court College received university Admissions Initiative is announced status from the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education The International Collaboration Center opens in Completion of new residence halls Farley Center, allowing GCU to conduct 2005 Dorothy Marron University Community asynchronous lectures, projects, and Chapel completed presentations worldwide

Completion of two-story Audrey Birish George Faculty and students visit 29 countries through Science Center GCU’s growing global education program Purchase of the Eighth Street house on Lakewood Avenue After 14 years as president, Sister Rosemary E. Jeffries announces plans to step down at the end Purchase of a residence on Fourteenth Street to of the 2014–2015 academic year serve as the president’s house 2015 GCU renames the Arts and Science Center, 2006 Completion of expansion of the Court Café GCU’s largest academic building, Jeffries Hall, in 2007 Purchase of the Ninth Street house honor of President Emerita Rosemary E. Jeffries Approval of three new undergraduate majors in dance; tourism, hospitality, and recreation A new minor in social media marketing begins, management; and exercise science, wellness, and a new postbaccalaureate online certificate in and sports Mercy spirituality is approved for launch

2008 Completion of the Wellness Center GCU wins a Governor’s Environmental Approval of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Excellence Award, recognizing its environmental, Launch of GCU’s year-long Centennial celebration academic, and community efforts

2009 Accreditation of teacher education and school GCU Lions add men’s lacrosse, with competition leadership programs by the Teacher Education beginning in 2016 Accreditation Council (TEAC) 2010 Approval of undergraduate and graduate Money magazine names GCU among its Best programs in early childhood (P–3) education Colleges for Your Money and Washington Monthly magazine adds GCU graduate programs 2011 Launch of M.S. in Homeland Security (now M.A. in to its list of Best Bangs for the Buck Criminal Justice and Human Rights), M.A. in

Applied Behavior Analysis, and B.A. in Latino/a The GCU Board of Trustees announces Joseph and Business Studies (now B.A. in Latino R. Marbach, Ph.D., as GCU’s next president, Business Studies) beginning July 1

4 | Georgian Court University 2016 The GCU School of Business and Digital Media changes its name to reflect new marketplace emphasis on digital technology ACCREDITATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS The university’s new Applied Behavior Analysis Georgian Court University is accredited by the Middle Clinic, an outgrowth of the ABA graduate States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market psychology program, launches and offers Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 (267-284-5000). The services to the general public Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. GCU partners with the K–12 Alliance (KTA) on Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher select graduate education programs, positioning Education Accreditation. Georgian Court is licensed by the GCU for growth at off-site locations in Monmouth, New Jersey Commission on Higher Education, PO Box Union, Essex, and Ocean counties. 542, Trenton, NJ, 08625-0542 (609-492-4310). Teacher, administrator, and education services personnel GCU is named in the top 10 percent of The certification programs are approved and registered by the Economist’s value-added college rankings given New Jersey Department of Education, PO Box 500, higher-than-expected median earnings of Trenton, NJ, 08625-0500 (877-900-6960). $45,700 for GCU graduates in the first decade after college Additional Accreditations & Approvals

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program GCU strengthens its ties to Catholic education by Accredited by: Council for Accreditation of Counseling launching the Catholic Schools Initiative; the effort and Related Educational Programs,1001 North Fairfax includes additional scholarship funding and book Street, Suite 510, Alexandria, VA 22314. The CACREP is awards for area Catholic high school students a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the

Council for Higher Education Accreditation. New guaranteed admissions agreements are created between GCU and schools like Holy Counseling Center Cross Academy in Delran and St. Joseph High Accredited by: International Association of Counseling School in Hammonton Services, Inc., 101 S. Whiting Street, Suite 211, Alexandria, VA 22304 GCU’s partnership with Brookdale Community Nursing Program College is expanded, giving students the option Accredited by: Commission on Collegiate Nursing of earning undergraduate English, education, and Education, One Dupont Circle, NW Suite 530, psychology degrees from GCU@Hazlet Washington, DC 20036. The CCNE is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of The New Jersey Presidents’ Council approves Education. Also accredited by: New Jersey Board of three new GCU business majors in finance, Nursing, P.O. Box 45010, Newark, NJ 07101 management, and marketing School of Business & Digital Media 2017 GCU graduates its first fully coeducational Business Administration, Finance, Management, undergraduate class with nearly 400 students Marketing, and M.B.A. programs Accredited by: Accreditation Council for Business The U.S. Department of Education awards Schools & Programs, 11520 West 119th Street, $1.99 million to GCU for “Chart the Course,” a Overland Park, KS 66213. The ACBSP is a specialized five-year program designed to improve retention accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher and graduation rates Education Accreditation.

The university’s Catholic partnerships rapidly School of Education Teacher Education and expand to include Trenton Catholic Academy, Administration and Leadership Programs Holy Spirit High School, Union Catholic, Donovan Accredited by: Teacher Education Accreditation Council Catholic, St. John Vianney, Immaculate (TEAC), One Dupont Circle, Suite 320, Conception, and others Washington, DC 20036-0110 School Psychology Program GCU@Hazlet adds business and interdisciplinary Approved by: National Association of School Program studies programs; an M.B.A. program is slated for Psychologists, 4340 East West Highway, Suite 402, 2018. GCU enters an agreement with Cumberland Bethesda, MD 20814 County College to offer the Bachelor of Social Sister Mary Grace Burns Arboretum Work (B.S.W.) through GCU@Cumberland Accredited by: ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program, c/o The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL 60532 Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 5 Social Work Program Accredited by: Council on Social Work Education Commission on Accreditation, 1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314-3457. The CSWE is a THE CAMPUS specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council Georgian Court’s 156-acre campus is located in for Higher Education Accreditation. Lakewood, New Jersey, along the shore of scenic Lake Documents describing accreditation/licensing activity can Carasaljo at the northern edge of the Pine Barrens. Once be reviewed by contacting the appropriate the estate of Gilded Age financier George Jay Gould, the accreditor/licensor, or by contacting GCU’s Office of the campus is home to the Sister Mary Grace Burns President for information related to the Middle States Arboretum and is a National Historic Landmark with acres Commission on Higher Education and New Jersey of woodlands, lush lawns, and formal gardens. Idyllic Commission on Higher Education, the office of the grounds coupled with stunning architecture make Georgian appropriate school dean for programs in the School of Court University an inspiring place to live and learn. Business and Digital Media and the School of Education, Georgian Court students take advantage of the quiet and the department chair or program directors for other suburban setting to focus on their studies, but when it’s programs. Complaints regarding GCU can be filed by time for some fun, the excitement of the Jersey Shore contacting the accrediting/licensing organizations at the is only minutes away, and two major metropolitan areas— addresses listed above. Students taking a GCU course by Philadelphia, 60 miles southwest, and New York City, distance education can find a current list of the 60 miles northeast—each offer a world of culture appropriate state agency for handling complaints in their and entertainment. home state at georgian.edu/heoa. The Gardens Conference for Mercy Higher Education Several formal gardens adorn the campus, offering pastoral The mission of the Conference for Mercy Higher beauty as well as quiet alcoves perfect for catching up on Education is to preserve and develop the core Catholic American Lit or cramming for a chemistry exam. identity and mission of Mercy higher education in accord with the spirit, mission, and heritage of the Sisters of The Sunken Garden overlooks the Lagoon and, Mercy through a variety of collaborative activities, together, the two comprise one of the most popular areas programs, and initiatives. The Conference for Mercy on campus for quiet reflection with a view. Constructed of Higher Education includes colleges and universities white marble and red brick, the Sunken Garden centers serving over 35,000 students in 11 states on a fountain brought over from a garden in France. Two (mercyhighered.org). Members include: stunning semicircular marble staircases usher you down to the Lagoon, where Lake Carasaljo (named after the , Pittsburgh, PA town founder’s three daughters: Cara, Sally, and College of Saint Mary, Omaha, NE Josephine) flows into the campus, its lapping water a Georgian Court University, Lakewood, NJ soothing presence as you tackle your textbooks. , Gwynedd Valley, PA The Formal Garden may look like a shortcut between the Mansion and the Raymond Hall Complex, but its mazelike , Albany, NY box hedge is deceptively tricky to navigate. Make your , Erie, PA way through it to one of the white marble benches to , Dallas, PA study in the sun. , Cresson, PA The Italian Gardens, also known as the Classic Gardens, extend from the Casino to the magnificent , Cedar Rapids, IA Apollo Fountain. The garden features numerous statues, Saint Joseph’s College of Maine, Standish, ME including a huge wrought-iron sculpture known as The , Chicago, IL Eagle that was purchased from the Paris Exposition of 1900. Each year at Commencement, the graduating class , Newport, RI plants ivy at its base, a symbol of the roots they leave at , Buffalo, NY GCU as they embark on a new journey of growth. University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI Located just south of Maria Hall is a touch of the Orient: University of Saint Joseph, West Hartford, CT The Japanese Garden. This garden features traditional stone lanterns, a teahouse, several footbridges, a variety of Japanese flora, and unparalleled tranquility.

6 | Georgian Court University The Historic Buildings Jeffries Hall houses the School of Arts and Sciences. There are classrooms, seminar rooms, offices, studios for The Mansion, with its impressive Georgian architecture fine arts, computer laboratories, the M. Christina Geis Art and Gilded Age decor, is a must-see for campus visitors. Gallery, and the Little Theatre. In a wing attached to the A substantial building of brick, marble, and stucco, the Jeffries Hall is the state-of-the-art Audrey Birish George Mansion was designed by world-famous architect Bruce Science Center, a two-story addition that offers Price and features several reception rooms. Among them laboratory and instruction space for scientific study. is the Great Hall, a centralized reception area that features the multi-wall frieze of Geoffrey Chaucer’s The East of the Italian Gardens sits Farley Center, a split- Canterbury Tales: General Prologue, painted by muralist level white building that houses the School of Business Robert Van Vorst Sewell. The Great Hall hosts many and Digital Media and the Department of Psychology. university ceremonies, receptions, and other events. Farley Center features the International Collaboration Center, which is ideal for meetings, teleconferences, and The Gatekeeper’s Lodge, which is designed to global presentations. complement the Mansion in style, is tucked just inside the Seventh Street Gate. Other buildings on the campus proper include Mercedes Hall, home to the Office of Mission Integration and The Raymond Hall Complex is north of the Mansion and several classrooms, and Mercy Center, which houses is separated from it by the Formal Garden. Raymond Hall Student Accounts, the Office of the Registrar, and served as the estate stable, once housing as many as additional classroom space. 44 horses and 90 polo ponies. Today, the Raymond Hall Complex houses the School of Education, a computer The Chapels lab, recently renovated and upgraded classrooms, and GCU’s Dining Hall and North Dining Room. The Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel is at the southern end of the campus on the lake. Its Overlooking the Italian Gardens at the north end of magnificent vaulted ceilings and glass walls look out onto campus is the Casino, a soaring space designed as the Founders Grove and the Japanese Garden. The beauty Goulds’ winter recreation center. Back in the early 1900s, of nature through the changing seasons is a beautiful the word “casino” described a place for games and backdrop to the services held here. Mercy Hall, attached entertainment. The Casino had a grand central arena for to the Chapel, houses students in the Honors Program indoor polo matches—with more floor space than the and visiting faculty. original Madison Square Garden—that is now used for concerts and other large-venue events. Parts of the At the north end of the Raymond Hall Complex is Casino remain historically faithful, such as the Goulds’ McAuley Heritage Chapel. Originally the parish church court tennis court, bowling alley, and the original 45-foot for Lakewood, this quaint structure was moved by horse indoor marble swimming pool, which is open to students and rollers to the campus in 1924—a feat chronicled in for recreational use. Believe It or Not by Robert Ripley. Once the center of worship on campus, the chapel has been renovated to The Academic Buildings serve as a place where members of the GCU community can learn about Georgian Court and the heritage of the The Sister Mary Joseph Cunningham Library houses a Sisters of Mercy, attend small lectures or special collection of over 160,000 books, other print materials, seminars, and gather to think, discuss, and reflect on the more than 780 serial subscriptions, and over one-half issues of our time. Also, special Masses are sometimes million microforms. This modern 44,000-square-foot held in St. Stephen’s Chapel inside the Mansion. building provides computer labs, an audiovisual preview room, a microforms collection, and spaces for individual The Athletic Complex and group study, as well as collections of books, e- journals, e-reserves, e-books, journals, audiovisual The Wellness Center complex includes an arena, two materials, DVDs, maps, elementary and secondary softball fields, two soccer fields, tennis courts, an eight- curriculum materials, courtesy borrowing cards, and the lane track surrounding new lacrosse and field hockey Georgian Court University archives. Access to collections fields, professional-quality dance studios, an exercise is through the OCLC WorldShare Management Services science lab, fitness facilities, a garden featuring over automated system accessible from terminals within the 60 types of plants historically used for medicinal or herbal library and from any computer connected to the campus purposes, and the University Bookstore. Located at the network. Services include reference assistance, online north end of campus, this world-class facility is worthy of database searching, interlibrary loan, bibliographic library GCU’s successful and growing men’s and women’s instruction, and information literacy lectures. The building NCAA Division II sports teams. In 2010, the Wellness also houses the Writing Center, Educational Opportunity Center earned LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Fund Program, and the Academic Development and Green Building Council. The Leadership in Environmental Support Center. Excellence and Design (LEED) honor recognizes GCU’s eco-friendly approach to building a facility that incorporates sustainability practices and makes the most of natural resources. GCU’s turf field was constructed in Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 7 2015. The project included a 103,917-square-foot The other buildings on Lakewood Avenue include the conversion of the university’s longtime grass field for former Music Center on the Sixth Street corner, now soccer and lacrosse. home to GCU’s Applied Behavior Analysis Clinic and the Office of Career Services, Corporate Engagement, and Residence Halls Continuing Education; the Guest House and Physical Maria Hall is home to most first-year residents. This three- Plant on the south side of Eighth Street; the Eighth story residence hall houses up to 200 students. Its beautiful Street House; and 851 Lakewood Avenue. lounges overlook both the Italian and Japanese Gardens. *Please note: Locations of offices are subject to change. Saint Joseph Hall offers additional housing for first- and second-year students. Saint Catherine Hall is a residence facility for juniors and seniors that accommodates 84 students. Saint Catherine Hall features the latest in on-campus living, including a number of lounge areas, exercise areas, and a first-floor central lounge with a fireplace, meeting areas, and big- screen television. The Mercy Garden, a community vegetable garden maintained by GCU, is adjacent to Saint Catherine Hall. Mercy Hall is home to members of the GCU Honors Program. The coed residence, where each room includes a private bath, houses approximately 30 students who can take advantage of a spacious first-floor common area. Mercy Hall connects to the Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel.

Dining Facilities The Dining Hall, where students, faculty, and staff can gather for a meal, is located in the Raymond Hall Complex, and the recently expanded Court Café, a pay- as-you-go alternative, is located in the Patrick and Julia Gavan Student Lounge, just east of the library.

Lakewood Avenue Buildings Made of brick, beige stucco, terra cotta, and marble, Kingscote was constructed in 1901 for George Jay Gould’s son Kingdon Gould. Designed in the same Georgian style as the Mansion, Kingscote is so impressive on its own that people often mistake it for the Mansion. Kingscote houses the Office of the President as well as the Office of Institutional Advancement and the Office of Marketing and Communications. Hamilton Hall, located behind Kingscote on Seventh Street, houses classrooms, offices, and the Georgian Court-Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing. Located on the corner of Fifth Street and Lakewood Avenue, Lake House was purchased by the university in 1945 and started out as a residence hall with an old- fashioned soda shop on the first floor. It houses enrollment offices, including the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS).

8 | Georgian Court University II: ADMISSION distributed as follows: English 4 units GCU welcomes applicants who desire a comprehensive Foreign Language 2 units in one language education with a strong liberal arts foundation. The Mathematics 2 units university accepts applications for both men and women Laboratory Science 1 unit who are interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree History 1 unit during the day or evening. Please note that some Electives 6 units (in courses in the subjects programs only offer courses during the daytime. listed above) GCU acknowledges that each prospective student is an individual. The university takes a holistic approach to applications for admission. Applications for undergraduate students are accepted on a rolling basis. SECONDARY SCHOOL PREPARATION FOR NURSING APPLICANTS CLASSIFICATION OF Nursing candidates for admission to Georgian Court are expected to satisfactorily complete college preparatory UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS courses, including a minimum of 16 units in academic subjects distributed as follows: Matriculating students are those who have been formally English 4 units admitted to the institution and have confirmed their intention to enroll in a certificate, certification, or degree Foreign Language 2 units in one language program. Matriculated students may attend classes on Mathematics 2 units (including one unit either a full-time or part-time basis. of Algebra) Nonmatriculating (nondegree, noncertificate, Laboratory Science 2 units (one in Biology, noncertification) students are those who are taking one in Chemistry) courses to achieve special professional goals or personal History 1 unit enrichment. Nonmatriculating students may later choose Electives 5 units (in courses in the subjects to apply for matriculation but should be aware that credits listed above) taken prior to matriculation may not be applicable to current program requirements. Standardized Test Scores: Required SAT combined math/critical reading score of at least 1000 (with critical reading score equal to at least 500 and a math score of at least 500), or ACT composite score of 21. High School GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in college ADMISSION OF FIRST-YEAR (HIGH preparatory curriculum of academic subjects. SCHOOL SENIOR OR GRADUATE) A grade of B (equivalent to a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in each of the following high school courses: biology with FOR MATRICULATION laboratory, chemistry with laboratory, and Algebra I. The Admissions Oversight Committee (AOC), or its designee, determines an applicant’s qualifications by considering the secondary school record in addition to SAT and/or ACT test scores. An application essay, ADMISSION PROCEDURES letter(s) of recommendation, or resume are encouraged but not required for initial application review. These FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS supplementary items may be requested by the AOC if an An application form may be obtained from the Office of extended review is deemed necessary. Admissions, 732.987.2700, or online at georgian.edu. Georgian Court accepts applications on a rolling basis; applicants are considered for admission as soon as their application files are completed. SECONDARY SCHOOL PREPARATION 1. All applicants are required to submit a nonrefundable application of $40 to the Office of Candidates for admission to Georgian Court are expected to satisfactorily complete college preparatory courses, Admissions. GCU does accept the College Board including a minimum of 16 units in academic subjects Application Fee Waiver Form (available from

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 9 school counselors). Early Decision 2. Official transcripts from secondary and post- Well-qualified applicants whose first choice is Georgian secondary institutions must be submitted directly to Court, and who apply no later than November 15, may be the Office of Admissions. Transcripts from home- considered for early decision. Admission is based on the schools should be self-certified for submission. secondary school records, recommendations, 3. Test score reports (ACT or SAT) must be submitted extracurricular activities, and special aptitudes. Georgian through official channels directly to the Office of Court agrees to notify the applicant on or before December 30; this is non-binding. Admissions. The College Board code number for Georgian Court is 2274 and the ACT code number Early Entrance is 2562. A mature, well-qualified student who wishes to enter 4. An interview with the Office of Admissions staff college after three years of high school may apply for may be required to complete the application early entrance to Georgian Court. The student must be process. Determination of this interview will take highly motivated, demonstrate exceptional academic place once all required documents are received ability, and have secured permission from his/her high by the Office of Admissions, which will notify the school in writing. Arrangement is made in close student if an interview is necessary. conjunction with the director of undergraduate admissions and the high school guidance department to ensure that 5. A student who receives an offer of admission must requirements are met for high school graduation upon signify acceptance by sending a $250 completion of the university freshman year. Students nonrefundable deposit. The deposit priority deadline must submit an Application for Admission and all relevant is May 1 for the fall semester and January 1 for the materials. An interview with the director of undergraduate spring semester. Residence facilities are available admissions is required. for full-time matriculating students. Application for ACT Residual Testing 6. All students are required to complete the student health form prior to class attendance and/or entry Georgian Court is an official Residual Testing Center for the ACT. Students who cannot test on a national testing into residence halls. Failure to comply will result date, have the ability to take the ACT test on the GCU in the student being placed on “health hold.” campus. The test taken on the GCU campus is only valid Former students or those with name changes: for admission to GCU and scores are not released in please contact Health Services to update health official form to the student. Candidates should make records. Documented proof of immunization from inquiry for ACT Residual Testing to the Office of a physician or a copy of an official school or Admissions at 732.987.2700 or by e-mail at health department record is required as follows: [email protected]. MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella): Two doses. Advanced Placement and Credit First dose given after 1968 and on or after A student who has taken one or more advanced 12 months of age; second dose separated at placement courses in secondary school may be eligible least 28 days from first dose. Documentation of for advanced placement and college credit. A score of immunity (copy of lab report) is also acceptable. three or higher in the Advanced Placement Tests of the Hepatitis B: All students enrolling with 12 or College Board is required to receive college credit. The more credits. Three doses of vaccine, or two number of credits (3, 4, 6 or 8 credits) will be determined doses of adult vaccine in adolescents by the type of Advanced Placement Test(s) taken by the student. Georgian Court accepts a total of 30 Advanced 11–15 years of age. Documentation of immunity Placement credits toward a degree. Credit will be given (copy of lab report) is also acceptable. only if credit has not already been awarded or earned for Meningococcal Tetravalent: One dose. the related course content. An official score report is Required for resident students only. Booster dose required to award credit. Candidates may contact AP required if given before 16th birthday. Services by telephone at 888.call.4AP or at Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine must include collegeboard.com. Refer to Table II-A for credit awarded groups A,C,Y,W-135. for each test. Tuberculosis Screening: A negative PPD/Mantoux, Quantiferon Gold TB Test or Negative Chest X-ray is required for students living on campus and all international students within six months prior to entering school or moving into campus housing. 10 | Georgian Court University TABLE II-A: ADVANCED PLACEMENT CREDITS & GCU EQUIVALENTS

Examination Material Credit GenEd Major Elective Equiv. Course(s) Covered Research One Semester 3 X Seminar One Semester 3 X Art History Full Year 6 VisPerfArts X X AR118–119 Studio Art Drawing One Portfolio 6 VisPerfArts X X AR111–201 Studio Art 2D Design One Portfolio 6 VisPerfArts X X AR113–427 Studio Art 3D Design One Portfolio 6 X X Biology Full Year 8 NatSci X X BI111 Calculus AB Full Year 4 Quant. Analysis X X MA115 Calculus BC Full Year 8 Quant. Analysis X X MA115–116 Chemistry Full Year 8 NatSci X X CH113–114 Chinese Lang&Culture Full Year 6 Modern Language X Computer Science A One Semester 3 X CS123 Computer Science Prin One Semester 3 X English Lang&Comp Full Year 6 Academic Writing X EN111–112 English Lit&Comp Full Year 6 Academic Writing X EN111–112 Environmental Science One Semester 4 NatSci X BI109 French Lang&Culture Full Year 6–12 Modern Language X Grade of 3: FR101, 102; Grade of 4: FR101, 102, 201; Grade of 5: FR101, 102, 201, 202 German Lang&Culture Full Year 6–12 Modern Language X Grade of 3: 6 cr of elementary; Grade of 4: 6 cr of elementary and 3 cr of intermediate; Grade of 5: 6 cr of elementary and 6 cr of intermediate Govt./Politics: One Semester 3 Social Science X Comparative Govt./Politics: One Semester 3 Social Science X PO211 United States History: European Full Year 6 X History: United States Full Year 6 History X X HST110-111 History: World Full Year 6 History X X HST120-121 Human Geography One Semester 3 Social Science X GO285 Italian Lang&Culture Full Year 6–12 Modern Language X Grade of 3: ITA101, 102; Grade of 4: ITA101, 102, 201; Grade of 5: ITA101, 102, 201, 202

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 11 Examination Material Credit GenEd Major Elective Equiv. Course(s) Covered X Japanese Lang&Culture Full Year 6–12 Modern Language Grade of 3: 6 cr of elementary; Grade of 4: 6 cr of elementary and 3 cr of intermediate; Grade of 5: 6 cr of elementary and 6 cr of intermediate Latin Full Year 6–12 Modern Language X Grade of 3: 6 cr of elementary; Grade of 4: 6 cr of elementary and 3 cr of intermediate; Grade of 5: 6 cr of elementary and 6 cr of intermediate Macroeconomics One Semester 3 Social Science X EC181 Microeconomics One Semester 3 Social Science X EC182 Music Theory Full Year 6 X Physics I Full Year 4 NatSci PH111 Physics II Full Year 4 NatSci PH112 Physics B Full Year 8 NatSci X PH111–12 Physics C: Mechanics One Semester 4 NatSci X PH121 Physics C: Electricity & One Semester 4 NatSci X X PH122 Magnetism Psychology One Semester 3 Social Science X X PS111 Spanish Language Full Year 6–12 Modern Language X X Grade of 3: Sp105, 106; Grade of 4: SP105, 106, 205; Grade of 5: SP105, 106, 205, 206 Spanish Literature Full Year 6 Modern Language X X SP221–222 Statistics One Semester 3 Quant Analysis X MA103 3 Quant Analysis X X BU221 GCU offers 30 credits (sophomore equivalent standing) to all incoming students who have received an International Baccalaureate Program Diploma with a score of 30 or better, with no individual standard level exam scores lower than 5 and/or no higher level exam scores lower than 4. Refer to this table for credit awarded for each exam. TABLE II-B: INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE CREDITS & GCU EQUIVALENTS IB Course Title IB Level Minimum Credits Major General Elective Equivalent Subject Score Education Course Area Language A: Literature Standard 5 0 Language A: Literature Higher 4 3 X Language A: Language & Literature Standard 5 0 Language A: Language & Literature Higher 4 3 X Upon Literature and review of Language and Literature and Literature Language Performance Standard 5 3 X syllabus

12 | Georgian Court University IB Course Title IB Level Minimum Credits Major General Elective Equivalent Subject Score Education Course Area Modern Classical Languages Standard 5 3 Language X Modern Classical Languages Higher 4 3 Language X Language B Standard 5 3 X X SP211 Language B Higher 4 3 X X SP301 SP205 or Language Acquisition Acquisition Language Modern ITA201 or Language ab initio Standard 5 3 X Language X FR201 Business Management Standard 5 3 X X BU213 BU213 & Business Business Management Higher 4 6 X X Elective Social Economics Standard 5 3 Science X EC180 Social EC181 & Economics Higher 4 6 X Science X EC182 Social GO281 or Geography Standard 5 3 Science X GO285 Social GO281 or Geography Higher 4 3 Science X GO285 Route 1: HST120 & HST121 Route 2: History Standard 5 3 X History X HST121 Route 1: HST120 & HST121 Route 2: History Higher 4 3 X History X HST121

Individuals and Societies Societies and Individuals Info Tech in a Global Society Standard 5 3 X Info Tech in a Global Society Higher 4 3 X Philosophy Standard 5 3 X Philosophy Higher 4 3 X Psychology Standard 5 3 X X Psychology Higher 4 3 X X Social Social & Cultural Anthro Standard 5 3 Science X AN112 Social Social & Cultural Anthro Higher 4 3 Science X AN112

World Religions Standard 5 3 X

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 13 IB Course Title IB Level Minimum Credits Major General Elective Equivalent Subject Score Education Course Area Nat Sci BI111 & Biology Standard 5 8 X w/Lab X BI120 Nat Sci BI120 & Biology Higher 4 8 X w/Lab X BI121 CH111 & Chemistry Standard 5 8 X CH112 CH113 & Chemistry Higher 4 8 X CH114 Computer Science Standard 5 3 X Computer Science Higher 4 3 X

Sciences Design Technology Standard 5 3 X Design Technology Higher 4 3 X Environmental Sys & Nat Sci Soc Standard 5 4 X w/Lab X BI109 Physics Standard 5 3 X Physics Higher 4 3 X Sports, Exercise & Health Sci Standard 5 3 X Further Mathematics Higher 4 3 X Mathematical Studies Standard 5 3 X MA109, Quantitative MA110, or Mathematics Standard 5 3 Analysis X MA103 MA209, Mathematics Mathematics MA210, Quantitative MA321, or Mathematics Higher 4 3 X Analysis X MA331 Dance Standard 5 3 X Dance Higher 4 3 X Film Standard 5 3 VisPerfArts X Film Higher 4 3 VisPerfArts X MU109, MU214, or Music Standard 5 3 VisPerfArts X MU215

Arts MU109, MU214, or Music Higher 4 3 VisPerfArts X MU215 Theatre Standard 5 3 VisPerfArts X Theatre Higher 4 3 VisPerfArts X Visual Arts Standard 5 3 X X Visual Arts Higher 4 3 X X

14 | Georgian Court University NY 10274-5087, telephone at 212.966.6311 or wes.org. WES does require a fee for translation. Official evaluations must be sent directly from World DMISSION OF DULT TUDENTS Education Services for the specific academic A A S program in lieu of official transcripts from countries Adults with no previous college experience, who have other than the United States; been out of high school for three or more years, are 4. Georgian Court University Financial Support counseled individually to determine eligibility for Documentation; and admission. Applicants must submit a secondary school 5. Georgian Court University Student Health Form. transcript and/or a copy of the General Education 6. Upon acceptance to Georgian Court, students Development equivalency diploma (GED) and schedule an appointment with an admissions counselor. must submit a nonrefundable tuition deposit of USD $1,000.00 before issuance of an I-20 form. Applicants must apply for full-time status (12 or more credits per semester). 7. Upon receipt of the I-20 form, students must pay ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR the U.S. immigration SEVIS I-901 fee. For more INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ON F-1 information on this fee, please go to https://www.fmjfee.com. The student must then STUDENT VISAS visit an embassy or consulate to obtain the visa and receive any additional Information. Further International students who need an I-20 form must present official documents by May 1 for the fall semester information can be found at uscis.gov. and October 1 for the spring semester. In addition to the International students may take only one course requirements of the specific program, the following items online per semester if in the United States on a are needed to process an application for admission: student visa. 1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Georgian Court University is authorized under federal score of 550 or higher on the paper test, 213 or law to enroll nonimmigrant students. higher on the computer-generated test, or 79 or higher on the Internet-based test; OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test score of 6 or higher. Test scores must be from tests taken within the last PACT (PERFORMANCE ASSISTANCE three years. The submission of a lower than THROUGH COACHING & TUTORING) minimum TOEFL score would be considered when accompanied by an SAT score above 1000 PACT is a mandatory support program that assists first-year students through professional coaching, peer mentoring, or an ACT score above 22. and various tutoring options. Students are better able to 2. Students who are native citizens of countries transition to the college environment with increased whose principal language is English are not retention through support from their PACT coaches. PACT required to provide evidence of English language is part of the Academic Development and Support Center proficiency. A waiver of the requirement to (ADSC), located in the lower level of the library. provide evidence of proficiency may be granted Students are accepted into the PACT program based on to students who present evidence of at least one application and supplemental data, such as high school year of high-school or higher-level education with GPA and SAT/ACT scores. Students accepted into PACT English as the language of instruction, provided are accepted to Georgian Court University on the condition of participation in the PACT program for one that the student’s performance was the academic year. equivalent of a GPA of 2.5 or higher and the English-language education was within the past Students will attend a PACT Orientation during the regular New Student Orientation. During this time, three years. Students who are not required to students will meet their PACT coaches and schedule their provide evidence of English language proficiency weekly appointment times. Students must attend a total of must submit their official SAT or ACT scores. three hours weekly, which includes one scheduled hour 3. Transcript evaluation, overall and course by course, per week with a professional PACT coach, one scheduled completed by World Education Services (WES), hour with a peer mentor, and one hour from among the P.O. Box 5087 Bowling Green Station, New York, following: a) Writing Center, b) Peer Tutoring, or c) Math Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 15 Lab. Students who are part of other services such as For transfer students who earn an associate degree from TRIO-SSS or EOF may substitute one PACT session per a New Jersey community college with a cumulative week to attend these programs. G.P.A. of at least 2.0, Georgian Court’s Block Transfer Students with a fall GPA below 2.0 and/or who have not Policy applies: fulfilled PACT requirements will meet with the Academic 1. Transcripts are evaluated such that the Standards Committee at the end of the fall semester. This community college general education program may result in dismissal from Georgian Court University. credits will be transferred in full to satisfy a Modifications to PACT requirements in the spring minimum of 45 (A.A.), 30 (A.S), 20 (other semester may occur based on academic performance associate degree) credits of the GCU General (Fall GPA of 3.0 and above), PACT attendance, and Education Requirements. spring course load. These must be discussed with, and 2. Only courses in which a grade of C or higher has approved by, the director of the ADSC. been achieved are eligible for transfer. 3. Courses transferred as part of the community college’s general education program that have GCU General Education equivalents will be ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS transferred as those equivalent courses. Other Students are welcome to transfer from both two-year and general education courses required by the four-year regionally accredited institutions. Candidates for community college will be transferred as General admission from regionally accredited two-year colleges Education electives. are evaluated using the same criteria used for applicants 4. Fulfilling the GCU Writing Requirement: Block from four-year institutions. All students must have a transfer students who have GCU transfer credit cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale from for the equivalent of EN111 and EN112 will not their former college(s). have the requirement of taking additional writing To be considered a transfer student, one must have intensive courses. accumulated 24 or more transferable credits after high 5. Common Intellectual Experience Courses: All school completion. Students who have not accumulated GCU students must either transfer in or take 24 transferable credits after completing high school will be considered a first-year student and must follow the courses in the following four categories: requirements outlined in the Admissions Procedures for 1) Religious Studies First-Year Students. 2) Women’s and Gender Studies To receive a Georgian Court degree, a student is 3) Ethics expected to complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at 4) Capstone (GEN400) Georgian Court and General Education and major 6. All GCU students must earn a minimum of requirements and earn a minimum of 120 credits. At 42 credits in General Education and complete the least half of the credits required for the major, minor, experiential learning requirements. Students who certificate, or certification program must be earned at have not earned a total of 42 credits in the Georgian Court. A student may be allowed to transfer a maximum of 90 credits from accredited institutions. No general education area after completing the four more than 75 of those 90 credits may be transferred common intellectual experience courses listed from an accredited two-year institution. Credits are above must earn the remaining General accepted from regionally accredited institutions. Education credits by choosing courses that Credits from non-regionally accredited institutions will satisfy General Education categories for which be considered for acceptance on a case-by-case basis. the students did not transfer equivalent courses. Credits accepted in transfer become part of the 7. General Education courses required for the major student’s permanent record. As such, they cannot be replaced by new transfer courses. program cannot be waived. 8. GCU accepts a total of 30 credits from all testing The Transfer of Credit policy in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of the catalog governs courses sources combined. Please read the full Credit by accepted in transfer. Equivalencies for courses taken at a Testing policy in the Academic Policies and New Jersey community college are listed at Procedures section of the catalog. Refer to Table II- njtransfer.org. Refer to Table II-C for General Education D for CLEP exams accepted in transfer, and Table courses accepted in transfer. II-E for DSST (formerly DANTES) exams accepted in transfer. GCU awards up to 16 credits for NYU Language Proficiency Exams (credit is awarded for the 12-point exam and for the 16-point exam).

16 | Georgian Court University Admission Procedures for Transfer Students the Georgian Court program but will not be 1. Transfer applications should be sent to the Office included in the Georgian Court cumulative grade of Admissions with a nonrefundable $40 point average. application fee. Students are encouraged to apply 6. A student who receives an offer of admission by August 1 for the fall semester and January 1 must acknowledge acceptance by sending a for the spring semester. $250 nonrefundable deposit. The deposit priority 2. Official transcripts from all previously attended deadline is May 1 for the fall semester and colleges must be submitted to the Office of January 1 for the spring semester. Residence Admissions. Students who would have completed facilities are available for full-time matriculating fewer than 24 college-level credits prior to students. Payment of the deposit will begin the matriculating into Georgian Court University must enrollment procedures. follow the requirements outlined in the 7. Upon receipt of the registration instructional Admissions Procedures for First-Year Students. materials, students must make an appointment to Military personnel and veterans may submit meet with their academic advisor(s) before they official evidence of service school attendance for can register online. evaluation. A student currently enrolled in 8. All students are required to complete the student courses elsewhere must have a transcript health form prior to class attendance and/or entry forwarded to the registrar at the end of the into residence halls. Failure to comply will result semester to complete the transfer of credits and in the student being placed on “health hold.” to register for the following semester. Former students or those with name changes: 3. The grades for all college-level credits from ALL please contact Health Services to update health institutions previously attended are included in records. Documented proof of immunization from the Admission Cumulative Grade Point Average a physician or a copy of an official school or (CGPA). Only developmental/skills courses (i.e., health department record is required as follows: courses that are lower than the 100 level or do MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella): Two doses. not count toward the student’s degree First dose given after 1968 and on or after requirements) are excluded from the Admission 12 months of age; second dose separated at CGPA. The Admission CGPA is used to least 28 days from first dose. Documentation of determine acceptance to Georgian Court, and, in immunity (copy of lab report) is also acceptable. some instances, to certain degree programs. A Hepatitis B: All students enrolling with 12 or minimum CGPA of 2.0 is required for acceptance more credits. Three doses of vaccine, or to Georgian Court. Specific CGPA requirements two doses of adult vaccine in adolescents can be found in the academic department section 11–15 years of age. Documentation of immunity of this catalog. The student’s new CGPA will be (copy of lab report) is also acceptable. based upon all credits attempted at Georgian Meningococcal Tetravalent: One dose. Court University. Required for resident students only. Booster dose th 4. All admitted students receive a Preliminary required if given before 16 birthday. Progress Chart prepared by the Office of Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine must include Admissions. This chart assists students and groups A,C,Y,W-135. academic advisors with course selection. Tuberculosis Screening: A negative Transferable courses will be designated on the PPD/Mantoux, Quantiferon Gold TB Test or Progress Chart by the letter “T” and the grade Negative Chest X-ray is required for students earned. The registrar reserves the right to make living on campus and all international students corrections/adjustments to the Progress Chart. within 6 months prior to entering school or 5. Only courses in which a grade of C or higher moving into campus housing. have been achieved may be accepted in transfer. Note: Students born before 1957 and These courses will be counted as credit toward nonmatriculating students are exempt from these immunization requirements.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 17 TABLE II-C: GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY TABLE OF COURSES ACCEPTED IN TRANSFER FOR INCOMING TRANSFER STUDENTS This table applies to transfer students entering GCU without a New Jersey community college associate degree. Students who have earned a New Jersey community college associate degree should refer to information regarding “block transfer” in the Admission of Transfer Student section of the catalog or on the Admissions/Transfer Students Web page at georgian.edu/admissions/transfer. This table cannot be used by current GCU students to determine equivalencies for courses not yet taken. Once enrolled at GCU, courses taken off campus must be directly equivalent to courses appearing on the General Education Web page at georgian.edu/academics/general-education and in the GCU undergraduate catalog. Please refer to njtransfer.org for course equivalencies (update in progress).

General Education Transfer Equivalencies. Please consult the Recommended Transfer Programs section Requirements on njtransfer.org for preferred courses.*

Academic Writing 3-credit non-remedial broad-based English composition course that (3 credits) AND 4 writing  (Primary) Focuses on academic writing and research intensive courses  Assigns multiple writing tasks of progressive length and complexity totaling at least 18 to 20 pages  Requires revision of each graded writing assignment  Includes instruction in basic information literacy Please see separate Writing Requirement catalog section for details on the Writing Requirement and writing intensive courses

Ethics (3 credits) 3-credit course that  (Primary) Includes foundational or Philosophical or Christian Theological Ethics or a course that addresses the basic human question “How should I/we live?”

History (3 credits) 3-credit course that  (Primary) Is a 100-level, introductory or broad-based survey course in U.S. or world history  Incorporates primary documents

Literature (3 credits) 3-credit course that  (Primary) Is an introduction* to or survey* of literature open to students who meet pre- or corequisites  Must be taken with EN111 or equivalent as a pre- or corequisite  Includes literary texts that differ in form and style, as well as reflect diverse human experiences and perspectives. Course may also include other kinds of texts and materials that help to inform the analysis and interpretation of literature

Natural Science (4 credits) 4-credit laboratory course that  (Primary) Is broad based and is an introductory* course in the field for science majors or a survey course for non-science majors  (Primary) Is in the natural sciences (including but not limited to astronomy, biology, geology, chemistry, earth science, environmental science, integrated science, marine science, oceanography, and physics)  (Primary) Includes at least a two-hour lab in addition to the regular lecture section  Does not have a science course as a prerequisite, other than for a second semester sequence. Math prerequisites are allowable.  Includes the study/use of the scientific method and include discussion of critical thinking (which may include discussion of logical fallacies, development of science and technology in history, and philosophy of science)

18 | Georgian Court University General Education Transfer Equivalencies. Please consult the Recommended Transfer Programs section Requirements on njtransfer.org for preferred courses.*

Philosophy (3 credits) 3-credit course that  (Primary) Is broad based*, surveying philosophy in either its historical or traditional divisions  (Primary) Introduces students to the problems, methods and questions of the philosophical traditions  Requires reading and analysis of primary philosophical texts

Quantitative Analysis 3- to 4-credit course that (3–4 credits)  (Primary) Is a non-remedial broad-based mathematics, computer science and/or statistics course, that may be an introductory* course in the mathematical fields for science/math majors, or a survey* course for non-science/math majors  (Primary) Provides students with skills in mathematics, computer science, statistics, or formal logic that are needed to deal with quantitative information (Computer literacy courses will not fulfill requirement.)  Includes analyzing, interpreting and representing problem situations using numeric, graphic, algebraic, geometric, or computer-based models.

Religious Studies 3-credit course that (3 credits)  (Primary) Is an introductory* course in religious studies that covers significant aspects of the Christian tradition

Shaping Lives (3 credits) 3-credit course that  (Primary) Provides an introduction* to the field of women’s studies  (Primary) Examines gender and its effects in social, political, personal, and religious life  Utilizes feminist pedagogy

Social Sciences: 2 courses 3-credit courses that (6 credits) in different fields  (Primary) Provide a broad introduction to a social science field  Demonstrate how social scientists gather and analyze data, whether qualitative or quantitative, to answer questions or make arguments

Modern Language; Culture; 3-credit course that Global Studies (3 credits)  (Primary) Is a 100- to 200-level non-English world language course that is taught primarily in the target language  Must include study of the target language’s culture

Visual and Performing Arts 3-credit course that (3 credits)  (Primary) Is a history of or survey of an art form or art forms OR  (Primary) Is an introductory level course in artistic performance/production

Experiential Learning§ Equivalencies will be determined on an individual basis.

GEN101 First-Year No equivalency, required for all first time in college students and transfer students with Seminar (2 credits) fewer than 12 credits

GEN199 Cornerstone No equivalency, required for all transfers except those to whom the block transfer policy Course (3 credits) applies or those who enroll at GCU with 45 credits completed

GEN400 Capstone Course No equivalency, required for all transfers (3 credits) The “primary” designation in the table indicates the essential criteria that will be used by the Office of the Registrar to determine whether or not a transfer course can be used to fulfill a particular General Education category. *”Broad-based”, “introductory” or “survey” course means a course that is general in nature, covering many topics, offering an overview of a broadly based field with more breadth than depth. § Experiential Learning: 1) GEN400, which includes a service learning project completed, and 2) a service learning project completed in a course other than GEN101, an internship/practicum/field placement, or an approved education abroad experience.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 19 TABLE II-D: CREDIT FOR COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM Updated March 2017. Listed below are all the examinations offered by CLEP, the minimum scores a student must achieve to be eligible for credit, and the requirements that can be met by each examination as determined by current policy and departmental review. Current Policy: GCU accepts a total of 30 CLEP credits toward a degree. Once enrolled at GCU, a student must obtain the approval of the academic advisor and the registrar prior to taking CLEP examinations. Credit will be given only if credit has not already been awarded or earned for the related course content. GCU accepts a total of 30 credits from all testing sources combined. Please read full Credit by Testing policy in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of the catalog.

Min. Cr Major Gen Ed Elective Equiv. Course Score

Humanities 50 6 3 cr VisPerfArts X

Mathematics 50 6 Quant. Analysis X MA105 + MA106

GENERAL Natural Sciences* 50 6 NatSci w/Lab X

Social Sciences & History 50 6 3 cr History + X 3 cr SocSci

American Government 50 3 SocSci X PO211

History of U.S. I: Early Coloniz. to 1877 50 3 X History X HST110

History of U.S. II: 1865 to Present 50 3 X History X HST111

West. Civ. I: Ancient Near East to 1648 50 3 X

West. Civ. II: 1684 to Present 50 3 X

Intro to Education Psychology 50 3 X X PS225

Introductory Psychology 50 3 X SocSci X PS111 HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCES HISTORY/SOCIAL Human Growth & Development 50 3 X SocSci X PS221

Introductory Sociology 50 3 X SocSci X SO101

French Language 50–58 6 Modern Language X FR101 + 102

French Language 59 12 Modern Language X FR101, 102, 201 + 202

German Language 50–59 6 Modern Language X Elementary

German Language 60 12 Modern Language X Elementary (6) & Intermediate (6) FOREIGN LANGUAGE FOREIGN Spanish Language 50–62 6 Modern Language X SP105 + 106

Spanish Language 63 12 X Modern Language X SP105, 106, 205 + 206

American Literature# 50 3 X Literature X

Analyzing & Interpreting Literature 50 3 X X

English Literature# 50 3 X Literature X

LITERATURE College Composition 0 COMPOSITION & COMPOSITION College Composition Modular 50 3 or 6 X

A maximum of 6 CLEP credits is applicable to an English major. #Credit only given if essay exam is graded by GCU faculty members. Amount of credit will be based on grade earned.

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Precalculus 50 3 Quant. Analysis X MA110

Calculus 50 3 X Quant. Analysis X MA115

College Algebra 50 3 Quant. Analysis X MA109 SCIENCE & Biology* 50 6 X NatSci w/Lab X BI111 MATHEMATICS Chemistry* 50 6 NatSci w/Lab X CH111 + CH112

Info Systems & Computer Applications 50 3 X IS122

Principles of Management 50 3 X X BU213/BU478/ BU503 BUSINESS Fin. Accounting or Principles 50 3 X X AC171 of Accounting

Introductory Business Law 50 3 X X BU211

Principles of Marketing 50 3 X X BU241/BU477/ BU502

Principles of Macroeconomics 50 3 X SocSci X EC181/EC476/ EC501**

Principles of Microeconomics 50 3 X SocSci X EC182/EC476/ EC501**

*Once accepted by GCU, students may not fulfill the natural science laboratory course requirement by taking these exams. **Student must take CLEP exam for Principles of Macroeconomics and CLEP exam for Principles of Microeconomics to have EC476 or EC501 waived. Both current and prospective students seeking to use CLEP exam credit for EC501 for a School of Education program should gain prior approval from the program director.

TABLE II-E: CREDIT FOR DSST (FORMERLY DANTES) EXAMS Subject standardized tests for which GCU will award credit; updated March 2017. Current policy: GCU accepts a total of 30 DSST credits toward a degree. Once enrolled at GCU, a student must obtain the approval of the academic advisor and the registrar prior to taking DSST examinations. Credit will be given only if credit has not already been awarded or earned for the related course content. GCU accepts a total of 30 credits from all testing sources combined. Please read full Credit by Testing policy in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of the catalog.

Credits Major Gen Ed Elective Equiv. Course

ART Art of the Western World 3 X X X AR118

ANTHROPOLOGY General Anthropology 3 SocSci X

ETHICS Ethics in America 3 X

History of Vietnam War 3 X X HST331

Civil War and Reconstruction 3 X X HST308 HISTORY Human/Cultural Geography 3 SocSci X GO285

Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union 3 X X

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Credits Major Gen Ed Elective Equiv. Course

Lifespan Developmental Psych 3 X X PS227

PSYCHOLOGY Fundamentals of Counseling 3 X X PS331

Substance Abuse 3 X X

Intro. to Law Enforcement 3 X X CRIMINAL JUSTICE Criminal Justice 3 X X

CRIMINAL JUSTICE Can count as either OR HOMELAND an undergraduate SECURITY Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 3 X X criminal justice or homeland security elective course

BUSINESS Business Ethics & Society 3 X

Principles of Supervision 3 X

Introduction to Business 3 X BU114

Personal Finance 3 X

Quant. Business Math 3 X X BU121 Analysis

Principles of Finance 3 X X BU335/BU479/BU506

Human Resource Management 3 X X BU411

Organizational Behavior 3 X X BU317

Money and Banking 3 X X EC482

Management Information 3 X X IS320 Systems

PHYS ED/HEALTH Here’s to Your Health 3 X

Environment & Humanity: 3 X BI360/SC360 Race Save Planet SCIENCE Principles of Physical Science I 3 X

Astronomy 3 X

COMPUTING Intro to Computing 3 X

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Credits Major Gen Ed Elective Equiv. Course

Fundamentals of Quant. 3 X MA109 College Algebra Analysis MATHEMATICS Quant. MA103/BU221/BU476/ Principles of Statistics 3 X Analysis BU501

Technical Writing 3 X ENGLISH Principles of Public Speaking 3 X X CM105

RELIGIOUS STUDIES Introduction to World Religion 3 X X

EDUCATION Foundations of Education* 3 X

*Cannot be taken for credit if student already has any other credits in education.

ADMISSION OF STUDENTS of the courses identified in the Transfer Curricula for each of the community college degree programs listed in Table PARTICIPATING IN DUAL II-F. The Transfer Curricula are available in the GCU DEGREE/JOINT ADMISSION AND Office of Admissions. Students participating in a dual degree/joint admission PROGRAM-TO-PROGRAM AGREEMENTS agreement or program-to-program agreement will be guaranteed admission to the GCU program of their choice WITH COMMUNITY COLLEGES if they satisfy the GPA and any other special admission requirements as outlined in the GCU catalog. It is the Georgian Court University is a full participant in the NJ responsibility of the student to provide Georgian Court Transfer initiative (njtransfer.org), which students should University with a final, official community college refer to for course-by-course equivalencies between transcript that lists all courses completed and states that Georgian Court University and the community colleges an associate degree has been awarded. within the state of New Jersey. Brookdale Community College, Cumberland County In addition, GCU has signed dual degree/joint admission College, Mercer County Community College, Middlesex agreements with some community colleges that facilitate County College, and Ocean County College students transfer to GCU for associate degree holders through participating in one of these programs will complete the benefits such as special tuition discounts, careful Georgian Court University transfer application by the guidance in course selection, and recommended regular deadlines of August 1 for the fall semester and community college associate degree pathways to January 1 for the spring semester, although students are increase the likelihood that students will be able to strongly encouraged to apply at least four months before complete the GCU bachelor’s degree program in two the intended semester of enrollment. The Georgian Court years. More details and a listing of the recommended University application fee will be waived. associate degree pathways are available in the GCU Office of Admissions. GCU also has some detailed course-by-course, program- to-program articulation agreements with community colleges. These articulation agreements are designed to assist students who wish to transfer into the Georgian Court University bachelor’s degree programs listed in the second column of Table II-F after successfully completing the associate degree programs listed in the first column. Refer to Table II-F for a list of community college program-to-program articulation agreements. Georgian Court University agrees to accept, in transfer, credit for all Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 23 TABLE II-F: COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAM-TO-PROGRAM ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS

Brookdale Community College Degree Program Georgian Court University Degree Program at Hazlet

A.S. in Business Administration B.S. in Business Administration

B.A. in English, Psychology, or Interdisciplinary Studies A.A. in Education Program, Elementary option Major and Teacher Certification: Elementary Education K–6 with Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement

A.A. in Humanities, Creative Writing, or English options B.A. in English

B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies A.A. in Humanities, Liberal Education option

A.A. in Social Sciences, Psychology option B.A. in Psychology

Cumberland County College Degree Program Georgian Court University Degree Program

A.S. in Social Service, A.S. in Social Service/ B.S.W. (Bachelor of Social Work) Gerontology option

Mercer County Community College Degree Program Georgian Court University Degree Program

A.S. in Exercise Science B.S. in Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports

Middlesex County College Degree Program Georgian Court University Degree Program

A.A. in Liberal Arts: General, Psychology options B.A. in Psychology

Ocean County College Degree Program Georgian Court University Degree Program

A.A. in Liberal Arts; A.S. in General Studies: Health & B.S. in Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports Physical Education option

A.A. in Liberal Arts: Psychology option; A.S. in Public B.A. in Psychology Services; A.S. in General Studies: Social Science, Addictions Counseling or Social Science Psychology options

Georgian Court offers a B.A. in English, B.A. in PROGRAMS AT BROOKDALE COMMUNITY Interdisciplinary Studies, or B.A. in Psychology, each with Elementary Education (K–6) and endorsement as a COLLEGE’S HAZLET CENTER Teacher of Students with Disabilities. All required Georgian Court courses are available online or in the late Georgian Court University offers some bachelor degree afternoon and evening at the Hazlet Center. completion programs at the Hazlet Center of Brookdale Students should apply to this program by completing the Community College. For 2017–2018, Georgian Court GCU application, and follow the Admissions Procedures offers a B.S. in Business Administration, B.A. in English, for Transfer Students. Students should contact the Office B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, and a B.A. in of Admissions at Georgian Court University at Psychology. For students interested in education who 732.987.2700 or georgian.edu for an application and meet School of Education admissions requirements, further information.

24 | Georgian Court University PROGRAMS AT CUMBERLAND COUNTY ADMISSION OF REGISTERED NURSES COLLEGE’S VINELAND CAMPUS Registered nurses may obtain a baccalaureate degree from Georgian Court. Those students who have received Georgian Court University offers some bachelor’s degree- their licensure through a program at an accredited two- completion programs at the Cumberland County College year college may apply and must follow the procedures Vineland campus. For 2017–2018, Georgian Court offers a as a transfer student. Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree program for Students who have received licensure through a students who have completed at least 60 credits at the noncollege accredited diploma program may receive up to community college and meet the admissions requirements. 60 academic credits for their previous coursework and All required Georgian Court courses are available online or experience with no accompanying GPA. All previously on the Cumberland County College campus. earned credits are reviewed and evaluated on an individual Students should apply to this program by completing the basis. Students must follow the transfer procedures. GCU application, and follow the Admissions Procedures for Transfer Students. Students should contact the GCU Office of Admissions at Georgian Court University at 732.987.2700 or georgian.edu for an application and further information. ADMISSION TO POSTBACCALAUREATE TEACHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS DMISSION FOR A ECOND A S Students who complete a baccalaureate degree and want BACCALAUREATE DEGREE to prepare for eligibility for a New Jersey instructional certification (P–3, K–6, or K–12) should see the GCU Students who hold a baccalaureate degree from GCU or Graduate Catalog for specific information on another accredited institution may pursue a second requirements by program. baccalaureate degree at Georgian Court University. To receive a second baccalaureate degree, students must satisfy the existing policy for transfer students. A minimum of 30 credit hours of the curriculum requirements must be completed at GCU. DEFERRAL OF ENROLLMENT The following points apply to Georgian Court graduates An accepted student who chooses to forgo enrollment seeking a second baccalaureate degree. has the option to defer their acceptance. This option is 1. Georgian Court graduates must earn a only applicable for matriculating students looking to defer minimum of 30 Georgian Court credits beyond one semester. the credits previously earned as part of the first In order to defer enrollment, the student must submit their bachelor’s degree. decision and anticipated start date in writing to the Office 2. Students must satisfy all of the major of Admissions. The admissions staff will then update the requirements in effect at the time of matriculation application status to the appropriate start date. Students who choose to take courses at another institution during for the second degree. the deferment period must reapply to Georgian Court 3. No additional credits in general education beyond University and submit all new transcripts. Students who those required for the first degree will be required would like to defer longer than one semester will need to for the second degree. However, students may reapply but documents already submitted will not need to choose to take additional general education be resubmitted. credits as part of the credits required for the second degree. Students would NOT be held to any new general education requirements. 4. This policy does not authorize the awarding of two baccalaureate degrees simultaneously since GCU undergraduates have the option of pursuing a double major.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 25 READMISSION OF STUDENTS ADMISSION OF NONMATRICULATING Students who have previously enrolled at Georgian Court (NONDEGREE, NONCERTIFICATE, University but have not completed their intended degree are welcome to return to the university. Depending on NONCERTIFICATION) STUDENTS official status prior to departure, time away from the university, and enrollment at other institutions during a Students who meet the Georgian Court admissions break, a student must complete the following steps to be requirements may enroll in undergraduate courses to considered for reentry into GCU. meet educational goals other than attaining a bachelor’s degree, certificate or certification. Students who wish to Students who have been granted an official leave of take courses for self-enrichment must provide appropriate absence, have not taken courses elsewhere, will pursue educational verification. The educational verification must the same major, and have not been separated from the represent the highest level of education attained by the institution for more than two semesters should contact the student. Official college transcripts are required to Office of the Registrar at 732.987.2228 to subsequently demonstrate completion of course prerequisites. complete a reactivation form. Students who have not been granted an official leave of Self-Enrichment absence, have taken courses elsewhere, will pursue a Students who do not have a baccalaureate degree and different major, OR have been separated from the wish to take credits for self-enrichment must realize that institution for more than two semesters should contact the the credits will be held in escrow until the time of Office of Admissions at 732.987.2700 to subsequently matriculation. Students who do not have a bachelor’s complete a new application. A nonrefundable $40 degree may take a maximum of eleven self-enrichment application fee and official transcripts from college(s) courses. Students must declare an intention to attended during the separation are required. matriculate into a degree, certificate or certification If a student leaves Georgian Court University and returns program once eleven self-enrichment courses have been within five years into the same program, the student’s completed. An application for matriculation must be filed previous progress chart will be reissued. If the student with the Office of Admissions at that time. If accepted as changes to a new major or returns after five years, a a matriculating student, credits earned as a Bridge General Education Program progress chart is nonmatriculating student will be evaluated toward the issued and the guidelines below apply. degree, certificate, or certification program.  A student who has all the old General Education Prerequisite Courses requirements completed will have all Bridge General Education requirements waived. Students who have a baccalaureate degree may choose  A student who is missing one to four courses to take courses as prerequisites for master’s degrees, from the old General Education requirements certifications, certificates, and the Seton Hall University must fulfill the Bridge requirements in religious postbaccalaureate accelerated nursing degree program. studies, ethics, women’s and gender studies, It is the student’s responsibility to register for courses GEN400, and the Writing Requirement. (The approved by their program. An admission application, number of courses to be completed will depend application fee, and official transcripts from previously upon whether a student has previously completed attended institutions are required. The student’s a GCU course that fulfilled one of these Bridge enrollment classification for prerequisite courses is categories.) Students must also complete the considered nonmatriculating. Bridge experiential learning requirement. If the student has taken EN111 and EN112, or EN221, Visiting Students or transferred the equivalent courses, the student Students who do not have a degree, but are enrolled in or will have fulfilled the Writing Requirement. All accepted at another college or university and wish to other General Education courses would be transfer credits to that institution, should obtain written waived unless the course is required for the approval from that institution prior to taking any course(s) student’s program of study. at Georgian Court.  All other returnees are required to fulfill the Bridge General Education requirements and Admission Procedures for Nonmatriculating Students Writing Requirement in accordance with the policy that applies to transfer students. For All nonmatriculating students must provide the following: students with an associate degree from a New 1. Completed undergraduate admissions application Jersey community college, the block transfer form or online application; policy will apply. 2. $40 nonrefundable application fee;

26 | Georgian Court University 3. $100 tuition deposit in order to register for the chosen courses; 4. Educational verification of the highest level of education attained by the student: NONDISCLOSURE • A high school student must submit an official Failure to submit complete records of all previous high school transcript from the present high academic experience will result in the student’s being school and ACT or SAT scores. denied admission, or in the case of nondisclosure or • A high school graduate must submit an official misrepresentation, the rescinding of previously granted high school transcript or copy of the high offer of admission. school diploma or copy of the GED and ACT or SAT scores. • A student with some previous college experience must submit an official transcript from each college attended or an educational verification NOTICE form completed by the last college attended. • A student with an associate, bachelor’s, Once a student confirms their enrollment with a deposit master’s or doctoral degree must submit an and/or registration of classes, he/she is considered a official transcript or copy of the degree or an student of the university and must follow and be governed educational verification form completed by the by the appropriate policies, regulations, and procedures college in which the highest level of education of the university. was attained or copy of a state teacher certificate or copy of a state teacher certification evaluation. Please Note: Nonmatriculating students will not be permitted to attend classes until proper educational verification has been provided. 5. If the selected course(s) have prerequisites, the student must submit an official college transcript(s) to demonstrate completion of the prerequisites; and 6. All students are required to have a completed student health form on file prior to the start of classes.

STEP AHEAD FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Academically high achieving high school students may take university courses at the Lakewood campus for academic enrichment. Students must complete a Step Ahead application, submit high school transcripts, and have adequate high school preparation for the selected course(s) and must be recommended by the high school guidance counselor. Tuition is $222. Step Ahead students can take one course per semester (fall, spring, and summer) at the discounted rate. Contact the Office of Admissions at 732.987.2700.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 27 Communicate effectively in written and spoken English III: ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills A. Demonstrate academic excellence in the major field Students are responsible for satisfying all General Education B. (for General Education courses): Gain a broad and program requirements. General Education requirements are determined by the student’s date of matriculation. foundation in knowledge and understanding of modes of inquiry in the arts, humanities, behavioral and social Requirements for a major, minor, certificate, track, or concentration are determined by the date on which the sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics. program was declared by the student. For students who Demonstrate understanding of the Mercy core values enter GCU with a selected program or programs, the date Demonstrate awareness of women’s issues of matriculation will be taken as the date of declaration. Explore spirituality and personal growth For a program that has specific admission requirements Demonstrate awareness of the value of engagement in that the student must satisfy, the date on which the local, national, and global issues student was admitted into the program will be taken as Demonstrate analytical skills to appreciate the aesthetic the date of declaration. Demonstrate leadership skills If changes are made to the General Education Demonstrate awareness of diversity issues requirements or to the requirements of a program, and if those changes would be advantageous, the student may petition the director of the program to be allowed to satisfy the new requirements. Students in a program that must satisfy external BRIDGE GENERAL EDUCATION accreditation/certification requirements may have to follow program requirements different from those in effect PROGRAM: VISION STATEMENT at the date of declaration. The BRIDGE General Education Program at Georgian Students who stop attending Georgian Court and then Court University offers students a coherent and integrated apply for readmission are subject to the policy for General learning experience in the Catholic intellectual tradition. This Education requirements for returning students under the program aims to cultivate passion for intellectual growth and Bridge General Education Program. If a student leaves to foster informed, responsible, and creative citizenship for a Georgian Court University and returns within five years complex 21st-century world. Students who complete the into the same program, the student’s previous progress BRIDGE will sharpen the intellectual and practical skills chart will be reissued and the original date of declaration essential to their chosen field of study and necessary to their will be observed. If the student reapplies under a new pursuit of personal, professional, civic and social goals. In major or returns after five years, the readmission date will addition, completion of the BRIDGE program enables be taken as the date of declaration. students to discover pathways to lifelong learning and to When reviewing academic programs and courses, envision a future shaped by their engagement with the please note the following standard conventions in use university’s mission and Mercy charism. throughout the catalog: The BRIDGE program encourages students to develop • A number in parentheses [i.e. (3), (12)] refers to self-knowledge within a broader understanding of others number of credits. and the world. It emphasizes the importance of critical inquiry that leads to knowledge across fields of study and • Courses are typically 3 hours lecture format unless provides a means for students to think critically and otherwise noted. creatively, connecting and building upon what they learn in • Courses are typically one semester unless their General Education courses. Students examine otherwise noted. conditions necessary for peace, justice, and sustainability, • Courses are typically offered once per year (fall or as well as the ways mercy and justice are integral for how spring) or every semester unless otherwise noted. we confront the present and vision the future. The cornerstone of the BRIDGE program is The Self in the Big Universe, an introductory course that invites students to examine their particular sense of self and place within their local situations, as well as within the broader scope of INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS the universe. This course provides students with a framework for learning by demonstrating the inter- Georgian Court University offers curricular and connectedness of all life, fostering respect for creation and cocurricular learning experiences designed to help the integrity of life systems. Students will also choose from students achieve the university’s Institutional Student a variety of courses that explore a range of key content Learning Goals: areas in quantitative analysis, philosophy, literature, history, modern languages, religious studies, the natural 28 | Georgian Court University and social sciences, the visual and performing arts, and ethics. To enhance thinking and learning and to sharpen written communication skills, some of these courses will be writing intensive. Students also take Shaping Lives: BRIDGE GENERAL EDUCATION Women and Gender, a course rooted in GCU’s special ROGRAM EQUIREMENTS concern for women designed to further the understanding P :R by women and men of key gender issues. The Bridge The BRIDGE General Education Program (48–49 credits): program culminates with Visioning a Future: Justice, I. First Year Seminar: Pathway to the Bridge Compassion, and Service, a capstone course that asks (GEN101*, 2 credits) students to synthesize their learning experiences and envision their roles in shaping a just, compassionate world. II. Academic Writing (3 credits) –EN111, its equivalent, or another approved course III. Quantitative Analysis (3–4 credits) IV. Cornerstone Course: Discovering the Self in the Big BRIDGE GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Universe (GEN199**, 3 credits) V. 11 courses in the following Content Knowledge GOALS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Areas (34 credits): GOAL 1: Foundational Knowledge of Human Cultures 1) History (3 credits) and the Physical and Natural World 2) Literature (3 credits) Learning Outcome: 3) Philosophy (3 credits) a. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply 4) Social Sciences (6 credits): 2 courses from foundational knowledge in the arts, humanities, different Social Science disciplines languages, mathematics, natural sciences and social sciences. 5) Modern Language; Culture; Global Studies (3 credits) GOAL 2: Intellectual and Practical Skills 6) Natural Sciences (4 credits) Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate competence in 7) Visual and Performing Arts (3 credits) a. Critical and creative thinking, grounded in inquiry, 8) Religious Studies (3 credits) analysis, and synthesis of information b. Written and oral communication 9) Women’s and Gender Studies (3 credits) c. Quantitative literacy 10) Ethics (3 credits) d. Information literacy VI. Capstone Course: Visioning the Future: Justice, e. Teamwork and problem solving Compassion, and Service (GEN400—3 credits) GOAL 3: Personal and Social Responsibility VII. Experiential Learning: 1) GEN400, which includes a Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate service learning project, and 2) a service learning a. Ethical reasoning project completed in a course other than GEN101 or b. Global awareness and respect for diverse GEN400, an internship/practicum/field placement, or cultural perspectives an approved education abroad experience. c. Knowledge of the university’s mission and *Students transferring to GCU with 12 or more credits will Mercy charism be waived from GEN101. d. Civic knowledge–local/global **Students entering GCU with 45 or more credits will be GOAL 4: Integrative Learning waived from GEN199. Learning Outcome: a. Students will demonstrate the ability to make connections among courses in multiple disciplines, as well as between their experiences inside and outside the classroom. BRIDGE GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM: CATEGORIES & COURSES First-Year Seminar (2 Credits): GEN101 Pathway to the Bridge Cornerstone (3 credits): GEN 199 Discovering the Self in the Big Universe

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 29 Academic Writing (3 credits): ITA211 Italian Conversation and Composition I EN111Academic Writing & Research I FR101 Elementary French I EN221 Honors Argument: Rhetoric & Research FR102 Elementary French II FR201 Intermediate French I Quantitative Analysis (3-4 credits): BI203 Data Collection and Analysis in the Sciences SP101 Elementary Spanish I BU121 Quantitative Business Concepts SP102 Elementary Spanish II BU221 Business Statistics & Probability SP105 Beginning Everyday Spanish I MA103 Making Sense of Date: Statistical Thinking SP106 Beginning Everyday Spanish II MA105 Modern Math Concepts I SP107 Spanish for Specialized Work Settings MA106 Modern Math Concepts II SP205 Intermediate Everyday Spanish I MA107 Quantitative Methods WLC215 World Language & Culture Experience Abroad MA109 College Algebra Natural Sciences (4 credits): MA110 Precalculus BI109 Environmental Biology MA115 Calculus BI111 Life: Human Biology BI121 Biological Unity: Cellular Organization, History (3 credits): HST110 U.S. History Survey I Energetics & Function HST111 U.S. History Survey II BI219 Microbiology (nursing majors only) HST120 World History Survey I CH108 Environmental Chemistry HST121 World History Survey II PH111 How Things Work: Physics in Everyday Life I PH112 How Things Work: Physics in Everyday Life II Literature (3 credits): PH121 General Physics I EN113 American Literature I PH122 General Physics II EN114 American Literature II PH/SC334 Astronomy: Stars, Planets, Galaxies & the EN115 World Literature I Universe EN116 World Literature II SC111 Integrated Science I EN175 British Literature I SC112 Integrated Science II EN176 British Literature II EN190 Global Literature Social Sciences (6 credits--2 courses from different EN226 Honors A Nation in Transition: Social Science disciplines): American Literature & Culture AN111 Physical Anthropology & Archaeology AN112 Cultural Anthropology Philosophy (3 credits): EC180 Contemporary Economics PL245 Philosophical Inquiry EC181 Principles of Macroeconomics Visual and Performing Arts (3 credits): EC182 Principles of Microeconomics AR111 Drawing I GO281 Introduction to Geography AR113 Visual Thinking & Design GO285 Human Geography AR118 Western Art PO211 American National Government AR119 Non-Western Art PO221 State & Local Government in America AR214 Mixed Media PS111 Introduction to Psychology AR220 Modern Art PS113 Foundations of Psychology AR313 Painting I PS221 Child & Adolescent Development AR315 Sculpture I SO101 Principles of Sociology AR317 Prints, Multiples & Editions I SO/AN304 Globalization & Sustainability AR422 Creative Photography I DA201 History of Dance Religious Studies (3 credits): RS208 Discovering the Bible MU109 Music Appreciation RS220 The Christian Tradition MU214 Music of the Americas RS213 Women & the Bible MU215 World Music RS260 Christianity in Dialogue Modern Language; Culture; Global Studies (3 Ethics (3 credits): credits): BU319 Business Ethics ITA101 Elementary Italian I PL300 Philosophical Ethics ITA102 Elementary Italian II RS334 Theological Ethics ITA201 Intermediate Italian I 30 | Georgian Court University Women’s and Gender Studies (3 credits): and the composition of the universe and humanity’s WS311 Shaping Lives: Women & Gender response to its complexity and fragility, beauty and Capstone (3 credits): wonder. In this writing intensive course, students develop GEN400 Visioning a Future: Justice, questions about what it means to be creative, responsible Compassion & Service human beings in today’s integrally connected global society and dynamic universe. The course is designed to Experiential Learning Two experiences must be successfully completed: be taken in the spring of the freshman year or, in the case 1) GEN400, which includes a service learning project, of transfer students, in the first semester at GCU. EN221 and 2) a service learning project completed in a course or EN111 is a prerequisite or corequisite. other than GEN101 or GEN400, an GEN400 Visioning a Future: Justice, Compassion & internship/practicum/field placement, or an approved education abroad experience. Sections of courses Service 3 credits offering a service learning option will be identified on each In light of GCU Mercy core values, this writing intensive semester’s course schedule and/or on the Office of the capstone course invites students to reflect and analyze Registrar’s Web page. Students completing a noncredit how their General Education Program has impacted their internship or AN471, BI401, BI402, BI404, BI405, BU445, BU451, CH345, CJ333, CM405, CM445, DA471, understanding of themselves in the world, as well as how ED4213, ED4301, EN405, ES390, ES391, ES392, their world view has developed. Course readings, service GD429, GD435, HST410, MA415, NU496, PH448, learning, and speakers encourage students to consider PO471, PO472, PO473, PS450, PS453, SW390, SW496, key questions of the time. Students contribute toward SW497, or a Rutgers University clinical/practicum course envisioning the future and humankind’s responsibility in in one of GCU’s joint degree programs with Rutgers helping to shape that future. This involves questions that University will have satisfied one of the two experiential have emerged from the general education program such learning requirements (the internship/field placement/practicum type of option). Students as how do we contribute to a more compassionate and considering a credit-bearing or noncredit-bearing just world for humankind and the Earth itself? How do we internship are encouraged to take INT450/BU450, think about just, healthy, and sustainable ways of living Internship and Career Preparation, a 1-credit course, and working on this planet? Prerequisites: Senior status prior to seeking an internship. Students completing or approval from the director of the General Education AR437, GS300, RS403, SP215, WLC210, WLC215, and Program; GEN199. follow-up paperwork for the office of Global Education Programs will have satisfied one of the two experiential WS311 Shaping Lives: Women & Gender 3 credits learning requirements (the education abroad option). This interdisciplinary course considers gender as both a Students who need more information about other critical field of inquiry and as a social construct that approved education abroad experiences may contact the influences experiences, relationships, and outcomes of director of global education programs. women in society. The course is organized around three GEN101 Pathway to the Bridge 2 credits main themes: (1) foundations for understanding women Students will develop the knowledge, skills, and values and gender; (2) the six institutions that impact and are necessary for success at Georgian Court University. They impacted by women (e.g., work, education, politics); and will gain an understanding of the university’s mission, (3) leadership and activism. Emphasis on the intersection charism, and heritage. Through a collaborative project, of gender, race, ethnicity, and social class. Prerequisite: students will execute and reflect on the practices Junior or senior status. associated with a successful college experience. Enrollment restricted to first-year freshmen and transfer students who transfer fewer than 12 credits. GEN199 Discovering the Self in the Big RITING EQUIREMENT Universe 3 credits W R A cornerstone general education course that asks Students will fulfill the Georgian Court University Writing students to explore the Mercy core values of respect and Requirement by completing a combination of College integrity within the framework of commonality, diversity, Composition courses and Writing Intensive courses and symbiosis. Students analyze their identity by offered in a variety of disciplines. Options for fulfilling this requirement are detailed below. investigating the oneness of humanity and the rich complexity of diverse cultures. Students consider, from College Composition courses are offered by the English Department and focus in depth on writing process, multiple disciplines, how all of humanity is a part of a research, academic writing conventions, rhetorical skills, much larger story of the universe. It examines the origin Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 31 audience awareness, and other core elements of writing. College Composition courses include EN111 or EN221 (honors placement only), or their equivalents. WRITING PROGRAM Some students may not be placed directly in EN111 and will be required to take EN105 and/or EN106. While these The mission of the GCU Writing Program is to build a are credit-bearing courses, they do not count toward the community of writers who value the benefits of writing for Georgian Court University Writing Requirement. thinking, learning, communicating, and publishing in academic courses, in careers, and in life. Writing Intensive (WI) courses are offered in a number of different disciplines, reflecting the value of writing and The GCU Writing Program meets the following communication skills across areas. Faculty teach content institutional student learning goals knowledge in the discipline while also providing • Communicate effectively in written and spoken English instruction in writing and the writing process as they relate • Apply critical thinking, problem-solving and research skills to the discipline. Students write extensively in the content area. In Writing Intensive courses, students not only learn GCU Writing Program Goals the subject, but they also strengthen the writing and Through first-year writing courses, a Writing Intensive critical thinking skills that are so important for their program, and the Writing Center, the GCU Writing Program • provides students with the knowledge and skills they academic courses and their future careers. need to explore topics, research, draft, and produce All sections of both GEN199 and GEN400 are WI writing assignments that meet learning goals and courses. Other WI courses may fulfill general education, major, or minor requirements, or may be taken as general outcomes for developmental and first-year writing electives. Either EN111 or EN221 must be taken as a courses and that help prepare them for writing in pre- or co-requisite for all WI courses. other academic courses and for their careers; Course sections designated as WI will appear on the • provides faculty with strategies and resources for schedule for registration with the letter “WI.” For example, integrating writing for thinking, learning, communicating, if EN114-04 is being offered as a Writing Intensive, it will and publishing into their general education, major, and be listed as EN114-04 WI: American Literature II. elective and graduate courses; and Fulfilling the Georgian Court University Writing • provides all members of the GCU community with Requirement support as they create and produce written and Students will complete one College Composition course spoken work for courses and careers. and earn a grade of C or better, complete a PLUS The Writing Center minimum of Writing Intensive courses. four Conveniently located on the first floor of the library, the As noted above, both GEN199 and GEN400 are WI Writing Center is a free service open to any member of courses, and most WI courses also fulfill other the GCU community. The center is open Monday through requirements in general education or in the student’s major Friday when GCU classes are in session. Appointments or minor program. are scheduled by visiting georgian.edu/writing-center, and Advanced College Composition Courses walk-ins are also welcome. Please bring a copy of your assignment and any associated drafts. For students who take or transfer in a second qualifying College Composition course above the EN111 level, the Lifelong Learning second College Composition course will count as one Our mission is to enrich the lives of our students by WI course. reinforcing their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Because effective writing is a foundational skill for Students entering GCU with an associate degree from college life and beyond, the center provides one-on-one a New Jersey Community College consultation between tutors and writers—from freshmen Students entering GCU with an associate degree from a to graduate students. Students are also encouraged to New Jersey community college should see the block share their non-academic writing projects with the tutors. transfer policy in the Admission of Transfer Student section Personalized Instruction of the catalog for information about fulfilling the GCU We provide customized and personalized tutoring for Writing Requirement. individual students, according to their unique needs. Tutors also support faculty by visiting classrooms and offering workshops on various aspects of writing. We tailor our instruction to fit the needs of the GCU community.

32 | Georgian Court University Comprehensive Process Concentrations are groupings of courses with similar Our experienced tutors assist students at every stage of and related subject matter that enable students to focus their writing projects from selecting a topic to crafting an study on a particular area within their major. effective argument. In addition to grammar, punctuation, Concentrations appear on students’ transcripts. and mechanics, our tutors help students organize their Tracks are groupings of courses within a major that ideas, choose and integrate research sources effectively, provide a path through a major that prepares students for a and revise their papers. career goal, such as graduate school, teacher certification or immediate employment. Tracks do not appear on students’ transcripts. Unless specifically stated otherwise, at least half of the MAJORS, MINORS, CONCENTRATIONS, credits required for a major, minor, certificate or certification program must be earned at GCU. Some CERTIFICATES & OTHER PROGRAMS programs require that more than half of the credits be earned at GCU. A major is a coherent program of focused study in a To change majors or make other changes to an discipline, and requires at least 30 credits. Students who academic program, students must complete a Change of enter Georgian Court with a declared major will be Academic Program Form, available online from the assigned to a faculty advisor of that major for academic Registrar Web page menu. Students wishing to add a advisement. Students who enter Georgian Court without program must request entry to the new program from the a declared major field will be advised by a designated department chairperson. faculty advisor. Students must declare a major by their fourth semester. With departmental approval, students *Indicates major also offered in the evening in Lakewood. who can so arrange their schedules may elect a second Gainful Employment information about GCU certificate major. Students seeking teacher certification must select programs can be found at georgian.edu/gainful-employment. a liberal arts major in addition to completing the School of Education’s requirements for teacher certification. SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES The specific requirements for each major are listed under Applied Arts and Sciences the respective disciplines. Several disciplines identify fields of concentration for study within the major field. While the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts and Sciences greatest amount of time during the junior and senior years Major: Applied Arts and Sciences* is devoted to studies in the major field, students may Interdisciplinary Module Focus Areas: continue to enrich their liberal arts background with (Not all available in the evening) Accounting; additional work in general education. In addition to course biology; business administration; chemistry; work, senior students must fulfill certain major criminal justice; digital communication; English; requirements before graduation. exercise science, wellness and sports; graphic Minor programs, which usually require 18 to design; history; integrative health; mathematics; 24 credits, provide the opportunity for degree-seeking students to develop a second or third area of interest. multimedia; psychology; religious studies; social Georgian Court assumes no responsibility for work; Spanish; visual art guaranteeing that all students interested in developing additional areas of interest will be able to do so in four Art years. Students who elect a minor field of study must Bachelor of Arts keep in close communication with the appropriate faculty Majors: Visual Art* advisor. Georgian Court University is not obligated to Minor: Studio Art offer the courses necessary for the completion of minors. Certification: Teacher of Art Certification Certificate programs, which usually require 15 to 24 credits, provide the opportunity for degree or non- Bachelor of Fine Arts degree students to develop an area of interest by Major: Art & Visual Studies taking a related group of courses. Students enrolled in Concentration: Studio Arts a certificate program must keep in close communication with the appropriate faculty advisor. In some cases, the Biology same curriculum is available as either a minor or certificate. In those cases, degree students will earn Bachelor of Science the minor and non-degree students will earn the Majors: Biology certificate. Georgian Court University is not obligated Clinical Laboratory Sciences with a minor to offer the courses necessary for the completion of in biology (joint degree program with Georgian Court University certificates. Rutgers University) Medical Imaging Sciences with a minor Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 33 in biology (joint degree program with English Rutgers University) Bachelor of Arts Minor: Biology Major: English Clinical Laboratory Sciences Concentrations: Minors: English, Writing Cytotechnology (Program in this form Concentration: Writing discontinued by Rutgers University; bachelor’s Certification: Teacher of English Certification degree option will probably be replaced by a Special Program: English for Nonnative Speakers 3+2 combined bachelor’s to master’s program. Students interested in cytotechnology cannot Exercise Science, Wellness, and Sports currently choose this concentration.) Bachelor of Science Medical Laboratory Science Major: Exercise Science, Wellness and Sports Medical Imaging Sciences Specialties: Minors: Coaching; Exercise Science, Wellness, Cardiac Sonography and Sports Diagnostic Medical Sonography Concentration: Coaching Vascular Sonography Certificate: Coaching Other Programs: Medical Laboratory Science at Jersey Shore History, Geography, and Political Science University Medical Center and Monmouth Bachelor of Arts Medical Center Major: History* Chiropractic at New York Chiropractic College Minors: History, The USA and the World Certification: Teacher of Biology Certification Certification: Teacher of Social Studies Certification

Bachelor of Arts Integrative Health Major: Biology Minor: Integrative Health Certification: Teacher of Biology Certification Certificate: Integrative Health

Chemistry and Biochemistry Interdisciplinary Courses and Earth Sciences Bachelor of Science Courses Offered Majors: Chemistry, Biochemistry Certification: Teacher of Chemistry Certification Interdisciplinary Studies Teacher of Physical Science Certification Bachelor of Arts Minor: Chemistry Major: Interdisciplinary Studies* Bachelor of Arts Major: Chemistry Mathematics Certification: Teacher of Chemistry Certification Bachelor of Arts Teacher of Physical Science Certification Major: Mathematics Minor: Mathematics Computer Information Systems Certification: Teacher of Mathematics Certification Minor: Computer Information Systems Music Criminal Justice Courses Offered Bachelor of Arts Major: Criminal Justice Natural Sciences Minors: Criminal Justice, Global Justice and Society, Bachelor of Science Law Enforcement & Corrections Major: Natural Sciences

Dance Nursing Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Major: Dance Major: Nursing Minors: Dance, Dance Therapy

34 | Georgian Court University Other Program: Partnership with Seton Hall SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND DIGITAL MEDIA University’s College of Nursing for accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Business Administration, Accounting, and (courses taught and degree awarded by Economics Seton Hall University) Bachelor of Arts Major: Latino Business Studies Philosophy Bachelor of Science Courses Offered Majors: Accounting, Business Administration*, Finance, Management, Marketing Physical Education Minors: Accounting, Business Administration, Courses Offered Economics, Finance, Management, Physics & Earth Science Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sports Management Courses Offered Concentration: Sports Management Psychology Certificate: Certificate in International Business Other Programs: B.S./M.B.A. Bachelor of Science in Bachelor of Arts Major: Psychology* Business Administration or Accounting plus Minor: Psychology Advanced Admission to the Master of Business Administration degree program Bachelor of Science Major: Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology Communication (joint degree program with Rutgers University) Bachelor of Arts Religious Studies Major: Digital Communication Minor: Digital Communication Bachelor of Arts Major: Religious Studies Graphic Design and Multimedia Minor: Religious Studies Bachelor of Arts Certificates: Pastoral Ministry Major: Digital Design Social Work Minor: Graphic Design Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of Fine Arts Major: Social Work* Major: Graphic Design and Multimedia Minors: Gerontology, Social Work Concentrations: Graphic Design, Multimedia

Sociology & Anthropology Health Information Management Minor: Anthropology Bachelor of Science Major: Health Information Management (joint degree World Languages & Cultures program with Rutgers University) Bachelor of Arts Majors: Spanish, Latino Business Studies SCHOOL OF EDUCATION [SEE TABLE III-A] Minors: Spanish, Latina/o and Caribbean Studies INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS Certification: Teacher of Spanish Certification Interdisciplinary Minors: American Studies; Certificate: Certificate in International Business International Area Studies; Latina/o and Caribbean Studies; Politics, Law, and History; Social Media Marketing; Sustainability; Women’s Studies

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Courses offered

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 35 TABLE III-A: SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Certification Programs Options for Majors NJ Certification

Early Childhood Education P–3 Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Early Childhood Education P–3 Interdisciplinary Studies, Mathematics, with Teacher of Students with Natural Sciences, Psychology, Spanish, Disabilities Endorsement Visual Art

Elementary Education K–6 Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Elementary Education K–6 with Interdisciplinary Studies, Mathematics, Teacher of Students with Natural Sciences, Psychology, Spanish, Disabilities Endorsement Visual Art

Specific Subject K–12 Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Teacher of (Art, Biology, Mathematics, Spanish, Visual Art Chemistry, English, Social Studies, Mathematics, or Spanish) with Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement

ESL and Elementary Education K–6 Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Elementary Education K–6 with Interdisciplinary Studies, Mathematics, Teacher of Students with Disabilities Natural Sciences, Psychology, Spanish, Endorsement and Teacher of Visual Art English as a Second Language

ESL and Specific Subject K–12 Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Teacher of (Art, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Spanish, Visual Art English, Social Studies, Mathematics, or Spanish) with Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement and Teacher of English as a Second Language

Most courses in the University Honors Program fulfill General Education requirements, so University Honors students do not have to take additional required courses to complete the program. Students also have the option

THE UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM of completing Honors by Contract, independent projects The University Honors Program at Georgian Court is in an area of interest for the student completed with a dedicated to offering outstanding students the opportunity faculty mentor, to fulfill honors requirements. to engage in academic experiences, inside and outside Note: Information in this section refers to the University the classroom, that are challenging and distinctive. The Honors Program. Students interested in the Psychology program is grounded in course offerings that help Scholars Program should review information about that students to engage material in more depth than they program in this catalog. Students are welcome to join might otherwise. Class sizes are kept small, and material both the University Honors Program and Psychology is chosen to engage honors students broadly and deeply Scholars Program. Qualified students interested in and encourage them to ask questions, make connections, departmental honors should seek advice from their and entertain new perspectives, all while being department chairperson. Departmental honors may not challenged intellectually. Students are able to work be available in all departments and is not associated with closely with their professors, and to become part of a the University Honors Program. community of honors students who challenge and support one another academically and foster one another’s Goals and Objectives of the Program intellectual growth. This sense of community is enhanced The goals and objectives of individual honors courses not only in the classroom, but through extracurricular align with those of the General Education Bridge Program activities and the option for students to live in special as required, and Honors by Contract projects should honors housing. deepen the student’s engagement with the goals of the program and course in which they are completed.

36 | Georgian Court University Additionally, the University Honors Program places being placed on Honors Program Probation or being special emphasis on Goal 2 of the General Education dismissed from the program. See Honors Program Bridge Program, focusing on students’ “intellectual and Probation/Dismissal from Program below. practical skills.” Specifically, all University Honors Program courses and Honors by Contract experiences Curricular Requirements must address the following enhanced objectives related In addition to maintaining the academic requirements to this goal: listed above, students must also complete the required Students will demonstrate effectiveness in curriculum/course requirements in order to graduate with honors. These curricular requirements vary according to a. Critical and creative thinking, grounded in inquiry, when the student entered the program. analysis, and synthesis of information Transfer students who have participated in an honors b. Written and oral communication program at their previous institution may qualify for some These objectives are consistent with Objectives 2a and honors course credits at GCU. Contact the director of the 2b in the General Education Bridge Program, but ask University Honors Program for information. students to engage with them more deeply. Students Starting at GCU Fall 2016 or Later In addition, the University Honors Program has another goal: to create a community of learners who challenge Students entering the program the first semester of and support one another academically and intellectually. their freshman year must complete the following honors courses (total of eight honors courses): As members of the University Honors Program,  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric, and students receive an enriched academic curriculum Research (must earn a grade of C or better) featuring:  Honors GEN199 Discovering the Self in the • faculty members chosen for their excellence as Big Universe teaching-scholars;  Honors GEN400 Visioning a Future: Justice, • dedicated honors classes focused on in-depth Compassion, and Service learning and intellectual challenge;  Any five additional honors courses, which may be a combination of designated honors classes • a student community made up of committed and Honors by Contract high achievers; Students entering the program the second semester • opportunities to pursue rigorous scholarly of their freshman year, including transfer students assignments and independent research; with fewer than 30 credits, must complete the following • close faculty mentoring; honors courses (total of seven honors courses):  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research • priority registration and academic advisement;  Honors GEN199 Discovering the Self in the • assistance with funding to present at regional and Big Universe national conferences; and  Honors GEN400 Visioning a Future: Justice, • special recognition at Commencement ceremonies. Compassion, and Service  Any four additional honors courses, which may In addition to the enhanced academic opportunities be a combination of designated honors classes listed above, University Honors Program students and Honors by Contract may also: Students entering the program after the completion • develop and take part in special cocurricular and of their freshman year, including transfer students cultural activities that invigorate the social, aesthetic, with 30 or more credits, must complete the following and spiritual dimensions of their university experience; honors courses (total of six honors courses): • live in honors housing (as available); and  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research • take advantage of opportunities for service trips, both  Honors GEN400 Visioning a Future: Justice, domestic and international. Compassion, and Service  If the student has not taken GEN199 at the time WHAT IS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE WITH he or she enters the program, she or he is UNIVERSITY HONORS? required to take an honors version of the class. If he or she has taken a non-honors version of Academic Requirements the class before entering the University Honors To continue in the University Honors Program, students Program, or if the student is not required to take are required to maintain a minimum cumulative overall GEN199, then this requirement is waived. GPA of 3.3, and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in honors  Any three (or four if GEN199 is not taken as courses. Students are also required to make consistent honors) additional honors courses, which may progress toward fulfilling the requirements of the program. be a combination of designated honors classes Failure to meet these requirements may result in students and Honors by Contract Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 37 Students Starting at GCU Before Fall 2016 is required to graduate with honors after being admitted to Students entering the program the first semester of the program. their freshman year must complete the following honors Transfer Students courses (total of eight honors courses):  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research Transfer students who have a GPA of at least 3.6 from (must earn a grade of C or better) their previous institution may apply for admission to the  Any seven additional honors courses, which may University Honors Program by submitting an application be a combination of designated honors classes to the director of the University Honors Program. Meeting and Honors by Contract the GPA requirement does not guarantee admission to the program. Contact the director for information about Students entering the program the second semester how to apply. Preference will be given to students who of their freshman year, including transfer students were honors students at their previous institution. See with fewer than 30 credits, must complete the following above requirements for details about what is required to honors courses (total of seven honors courses): graduate with honors after being admitted to the program.  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research  Any six additional honors courses, which may be HONORS PROGRAM PROBATION/DISMISSAL a combination of designated honors classes and FROM PROGRAM Honors by Contract Students who do not maintain the required GPA may Students entering the program after the completion continue in the University Honors Program on Honors of their freshman year, including transfer students Program Probation for at least one semester. Failure to with 30 or more credits, must complete the following meet the GPA standards may result in dismissal from the honors courses (total of six honors courses): program after this probationary semester. If after one  Honors EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research semester on probation the student has improved but has  Any five additional honors courses, which may not met the GPA requirements, he or she may petition the be a combination of designated honors classes director of the University Honors Program for an and Honors by Contract. additional semester on probation. This additional semester will be granted at the director’s discretion. Cocurricular Requirements Consideration will be given to how close the student is to As active members of the Honors Program, students are the required GPA, how much the student’s GPA has required to attend program meetings and to participate in improved, and if the student has a sound plan for university-sponsored cocurricular activities and events continued improvement. designated by the director of the University Honors Program. Students are also required to make consistent progress toward fulfilling the requirements of the program. The WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION TO THE program is designed to be completed if students take one HONORS PROGRAM? honors course per semester. Students are not required to Students Entering the Program as First-Time College follow this pattern. However, if students fall behind this Students (based on high school performance) pacing, they may be asked to submit a plan explaining how they plan to complete the program on time. If a Potential University Honors Program students will be student falls two or more semesters behind (for example, identified and recruited by admissions counselors on the if a student has taken only two honors courses after four basis of their academic excellence in high school college semesters at GCU), that student may be placed on preparatory courses and their standardized test scores. probation and may be removed from the program if Consideration will also be given to students’ course significant progress has not been made to get back on selection with preference for students who take honors track after one semester on probation. Honors probation and advanced placement classes. Admission to the does not affect the student’s standing in the university. University Honors Program will be by invitation of the director upon review of candidates’ records. See above Students who are dismissed from the program will lose all requirements for details about what is required to privileges associated with the University Honors Program, graduate with honors after being admitted to the program. including scholarships, access to honors housing, and priority registration. Current GCU Students (Non-Transfer) Entering No student will graduate with honors who has not completed the Program the required number of honors courses and who does not Current GCU students who have a GPA of at least 3.6 at meet the GPA requirements at the time of graduation, even GCU may apply for admission to the University Honors if the student has never been on probation and has not Program by submitting an application to the director of the previously been dismissed from the program. University Honors Program. Meeting the GPA requirement does not guarantee admission to the program. Contact the director for information about how to apply. See above requirements for details about what

38 | Georgian Court University COCURRICULAR & EXTRACURRICULAR while also promoting justice” PROGRAMS (americanbar.org/groups/legal_education/resources/pre_law The University Honors Program sponsors a variety of ). Georgian Court’s General Education courses in history, academic and cultural events for the enrichment of the political thought and theory, ethics, economics and public intellectual, social, and spiritual life of the university. policy, human behavior and social interaction, and cultural diversity develop some of these skills and values. The same Web site also recommends “Some basic mathematical and financial skills, such as an understanding of basic pre- calculus mathematics and an ability to analyze financial REPARATION FOR AREERS IN data.” An internship, public service or work experience in law P C will also enhance a student’s application to law school. One ENGINEERING, LAW, MEDICINE, curricular path that is especially appropriate for students interested in a career in law is the Politics, Law, and History PHARMACY & PHYSICAL THERAPY minor, which consists of 18 credits. Please see the Interdisciplinary Minors section of the catalog for details. Georgian Court University seeks to prepare its students Pre-Medicine, Dentistry & Veterinary Medicine for professional occupations as well as for a myriad of graduate programs. Students with interests that fall into Students seeking a career in medicine, dentistry, the category of pre-professional programs, including pre- veterinary medicine or a related field may choose a major engineering, pre-law, pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, or pre- in any discipline. Required courses for admission to physical therapy should make their interests known to medical school vary from school to school but typically their academic advisor. Students can then tailor their include two semesters of English composition (e.g., program to meet their needs and work with their advisor EN111, EN112), calculus (MA115, MA116), biology to ensure that they fulfill all entrance requirements for the (BI121, BI204), calculus-based physics (PH121, PH122), professional school program. As is true of most general chemistry (CH113, CH114) and organic chemistry institutions, Georgian Court does not offer majors called (CH223, CH224). Students are unlikely to be admitted to pre-engineering, pre-law, pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, or medical school unless they have worked in paid or non- pre-physical therapy. However, the majors Georgian paid positions in a relevant medical field prior to applying to Court offers provide excellent preparation for careers in the school of their choice. All students pursuing a career in engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy, and physical a medically related field are advised to develop a strong therapy. Georgian Court graduates are routinely accepted background, major or minor in the social sciences into graduate programs in these fields. (especially psychology, sociology and social work) to gain “patient-relationship skills.” It is particularly important for Pre-Engineering students interested in psychiatry to complete extensive Georgian Court encourages students planning to obtain a coursework in psychology. Students should consult with a master’s degree in some area of engineering to consider pre-med advisor for further information about med school a major in science or mathematics. Engineering requirements and preparation. disciplines include aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, Seven-Year Bachelor’s Degree Plus M.D. or D.V.M. computer, electrical, environmental, industrial, internet, Degree Program with Saint George’s University mechanical, nuclear, and pharmaceutical. Majors that provide a good background for a career in engineering Saint George’s University Limited (SGU) and Georgian include biochemistry, biology, chemistry, and Court University (GCU) offer qualified students the mathematics. Principles encountered in master’s level opportunity to pursue a career in medicine or veterinary engineering programs incorporate the scientific and medicine at St. George’s University in Grenada, following mathematical concepts taught in courses in these major successful completion of three years of pre-medicine or fields. An internship or other work experience in an pre-veterinary medicine coursework at GCU, allowing the engineering field will enhance a student’s application to students to obtain the B.A. or B.S./M.D. or B.A. or an engineering program. B.S./D.V.M. degree. After successfully completing three (3) years of Pre-Law undergraduate study at GCU, including 90 credits Georgian Court encourages students who wish to apply to comprising all the requirements for graduation in the major law school to pursue a major in their area of interest. The with the exception of general elective credits and credits in Pre-Law Committee of the American Bar Association does the major field that the GCU faculty in that major field will not recommend any particular major but encourages allow to be transferred from SGU, qualified students who applicants to prepare themselves by developing “analytic meet the standards of admission at SGU will proceed to and problem-solving skills, critical reading abilities, writing Grenada and enter the first year of the SGU School of skills, oral communication and listening abilities, general Medicine or SGU School of Veterinary Medicine. research skills, task organization and management skills, Upon successful completion of the first year of medicine and the values of serving faithfully the interests of others or veterinary medicine at SGU, qualified students who Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 39 began their course of study at GCU and who have earned degree from GCU. The Pharm.D. degree from USciences a C or higher in at least 30 credits of coursework at SGU will be awarded after successful completion of all degree will have fulfilled the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts requirements in the professional curriculum of the Doctor or Bachelor of Science from Georgian Court University. of Pharmacy Program at USciences. Specific GCU Qualified students who meet the standards of promotion courses that are prerequisites for the USciences at SGU will then be eligible to complete the remaining Pharm.D. program are: CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224; three (3) years of study at SGU, leading to the M.D. or BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214; MA110, MA115; PH121, D.V.M. degree. PH122; SO101; CM105; EC182; PS111/113; MA103 and The qualified medical students will then be eligible to satisfactory completion of the GCU Writing Requirement. complete the first two (2) years of medical study in Grenada, At this writing, GCU’s BI219 does not satisfy the and the final two (2) years of this combined program in USciences microbiology requirement—students should clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals in the United States discuss microbiology options with their academic advisor and/or the United Kingdom. Qualified veterinary students will and/or Dr. Michael Gross. University of the Sciences be eligible to complete the first three (3) years of veterinary agreed to reserve two seats in each year’s Pharm.D. study in Grenada and their final clinical year at affiliated class for GCU students who meet University of the veterinary schools in the United States, United Kingdom, Sciences admissions requirements and declare their Canada, Australia, or Ireland. intent to apply to University of the Sciences through the GCU partnership agreement no later than October 15. For more details about this program, contact the GCU For more information, contact your academic advisor or Office of Admissions. Dr. Michael Gross. Pre-Pharmacy Georgian Court University also has a similar, special dual-degree program with the University of Saint Joseph Unlike most medical or veterinary schools, many in Hartford, Connecticut. Students can earn both the pharmacy schools do not require completion of a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Arts (B.A.) and the Doctor bachelor’s degree prior to entry into the program. In many of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degrees in as little as six years pharmacy programs, the students complete 2-3 years of after graduation from high school. Eligible students may pre-pharmacy study (typically 60–90 credits) and then spend the first three years at GCU and then matriculate to enter the pharmacy program. Pharmacy school admission the University of Saint Joseph for the three calendar requirements vary. The most common requirements for years of the professional phase of the Pharm.D. program. admission include the following GCU courses: BI121, Upon successful completion of all requirements for GCU’s BI204, BI213, BI214 and BI219; statistics (BI203, MA103, B.S. in Biochemistry, B.S. in Biology, or B.A. or B.S. in SO201, or PS430); CH113, CH114, CH223 and CH224; Chemistry degree while matriculated at the University of MA115 and MA116; PH121 and PH122; EN111 and Saint Joseph, students will then receive the bachelor’s another writing or literature course; economics (EC180, degree from GCU. The Pharm.D. degree from the EC181 or EC182); PS111/PS113; and some general University of Saint Joseph will be awarded after courses in sociology, philosophy, history, the arts, and successful completion of all degree requirements in the religious studies. Visit www.aacp.org, select Resources, professional curriculum of the Doctor of Pharmacy click on the Student Center section and then click on the program at the University of Saint Joseph. Specific links to requirements for specific pharmacy schools. prerequisites for the University of Saint Joseph Pharm.D. Students planning to earn a bachelor’s degree at program are located on the University of Saint Joseph Georgian Court University and then go to a pharmacy Web site. GCU offers all the prerequisite courses. The school may wish to pursue a major in biology, University of the Saint Joseph has agreed to reserve two biochemistry or chemistry. Georgian Court University seats in each year’s Pharm.D. class for GCU students offers courses that satisfy the admission requirements for who have completed the first three years in the dual- almost all schools of pharmacy. An internship or other degree program, met University of Saint Joseph work experience in a pharmacy-related field will enhance admissions requirements, are otherwise competitive with a student’s application to a pharmacy program. other applicants competing for admission to the Pharm.D. In addition, Georgian Court University has a special dual program, and apply to the University of Saint Joseph degree program with University of the Sciences through the GCU partnership agreement no later than (Philadelphia). Students can earn both the Bachelor of October 15. For more information, contact your academic Science (B.S.) or Arts (B.A.) and the Doctor of Pharmacy advisor or Dr. Michael Gross. (Pharm.D.) degrees in as little as seven years after graduation from high school. Eligible students may spend Pre-Physical Therapy the first three years at GCU and then matriculate to Most Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) programs USciences for the four professional years of the Pharm.D. require completion of the bachelor’s degree prior to program. Upon successful completion of all requirements enrollment in what is usually a three-year D.P.T. program, for GCU’s B.S. in Biochemistry, B.S. in Biology, or B.A. or although some programs have 3+3 arrangements in B.S. in Chemistry degree while matriculated at which a student takes three years of bachelor’s level USciences, students will then receive the bachelor’s coursework before entering the D.P.T. program. 40 | Georgian Court University Requirements vary from institution to institution, but typical requirements for admission include the following GCU courses: BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214; statistics (BI203, MA103, SO201, or PS430); CH113, CH114, MA115 and MA116; PH121 and PH122; EN111 and another writing or literature course; and psychology (PS111/113, and either PS221 or PS224). Visit www.apta.org, select Careers & Education, then select About PT/PTA Careers for more information, including requirements of specific D.P.T. programs. Students planning to earn a bachelor’s degree at Georgian Court University and then go in to a physical therapy program may wish to pursue a major in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or exercise science. Georgian Court University offers courses that satisfy the admission requirements for almost all doctor of physical therapy programs. An internship or other work experience in a physical therapy- related field will enhance a student’s application to a physical therapy program. In addition, Georgian Court University has a special dual degree program with University of the Sciences (Philadelphia). Students can earn both the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Arts (B.A.) and the Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degrees in as little as six years after graduation from high school. Eligible students may spend the first three years at GCU and then matriculate to USciences for the three professional years of the D.P.T. program. Upon successful completion of all requirements for GCU’s B.S. in Biochemistry, B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Exercise Science, or B.A. or B.S. in Chemistry degree while matriculated at USciences, students will then receive the bachelor’s degree from GCU. The D.P.T. degree from USciences will be awarded after successful completion of all degree requirements in the professional curriculum of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at USciences. Specific GCU courses that are prerequisites for the USciences D.P.T. program are: CH113, CH114; BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214; MA110, MA115; statistics (BI203, MA103, SO201, or PS430); PH121, PH122; ES220; PS111/113, PS360 and either PS221 or PS224; SO101; satisfactory completion of the GCU Writing Requirement. The University of the Sciences has agreed to reserve two seats in each year’s D.P.T. class for GCU students who meet University of the Sciences admissions requirements and declare their intent to apply to the University of the Sciences through the GCU partnership agreement no later than October 15. For more information, contact your academic advisor or Dr. Michael Gross.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 41 catalog in effect at the time of enrollment at the IV: ACADEMIC POLICIES & university or in the program. Exceptions to this PROCEDURES policy include students enrolled in a certification or licensure program that changes due to state regulation or accrediting body requirements. 4. Georgian Court students enrolled in a joint degree program may count, as Georgian Court credits, up ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT to 30 credits taken at the accredited institution affiliated with the joint degree. These credits may The department chairperson, discipline advisor, and dean not be used to satisfy the 30-credits-at-Georgian- of each school are available to consult with the students in matters pertaining to their program, course of study, Court requirement but may be used to entirely and standards of scholarship. The advising fellows and satisfy the one half-of-the-major-taken-at-Georgian- Student Success Center are available to consult on any Court requirement. other academic matter. Graduation Grade Advisement and orientation sessions are provided for freshmen and transfer students. 1. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) must be maintained. The Office of the Registrar is available to provide general student academic information. Information is also available 2. Unless otherwise indicated for a specific major, a on the Office of the Registrar’s Web page at georgian.edu. minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 Georgian Court University changed its General Education, must be maintained in the major field. graduation, and transfer credit policies and requirements effective Fall 2007, Fall 2011, and Fall 2016. Students who Graduation Application were previously enrolled at Georgian Court University and All students must submit an application for graduation to plan to return, should consult the catalog in their year of the Office of the Registrar by the priority due date: July 1 enrollment for all General Education, graduation, and for May graduation; February 1 for August graduation; May transfer credit policies and requirements. 1 for December graduation. Receipt of application will result in the preparation of an academic audit. Students must have completed a minimum of 80 total credits in order to submit an application. Students are encouraged to apply two semesters prior to intended completion of GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS degree requirements. Late applications are accepted for a limited time after the priority due date. A late fee is Georgian Court offers a course of study leading to the applicable to any late application received once the degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Fine Arts graduating semester has begun. Please refer to the Office (B.F.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelor of Science of the Registrar’s Web page for application deadlines. in Nursing (B.S.N.), and Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.). In addition to the special requirements of the Graduation Terms basic program and those of the major field, the following The university holds a Commencement ceremony in May general requirements apply: of each year, at which May graduates and graduates from the preceding August and December may participate. With Credits limited exceptions, only students who have completed all Every candidate for either the B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.N., requirements for graduation (including all coursework prior or B.S.W. degree must complete a minimum of 120 total to the Commencement ceremony) are eligible to credit hours to qualify for graduation. participate in the ceremony. Students who have completed all requirements for graduation except for a few credits Term of Study should consult the university’s Commencement Web page 1. The expected period of study required of students three months prior to Commencement for the current policy who enter as freshmen is a minimum of four years. regarding participation in ceremony. The conferral of 2. Transfer students are required to take a minimum degrees (graduation) takes place in August, December, of 30 credit hours and at least half of their major and May. and minor credits at Georgian Court. 3. Generally, undergraduates who are in continuous enrollment at GCU, but do not graduate within the normal four-year time frame, must meet the requirements for graduation as published in the

42 | Georgian Court University must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar. 3. Audited courses are considered part of the GRADING SYSTEM student’s regular course load but do not carry academic credit. Financial aid as applicable to Academic standing and eligibility for graduation are audit courses must be cleared through the Office dependent upon both quality and quantity of work. The of Financial Aid. grade point average is a numerical index of the ratio of 4. An audited course cannot be changed to a credit the number of quality points earned to the number of credits received. course after the add period is completed. 5. A credit course cannot be changed to an audited A Numerical equivalent is 95 and above and carries 4 quality points. course after the add period is completed. A- Numerical equivalent is 90–94 and carries 6. The student’s record will show a grade of AU for 3.7 quality points. the course if the instructor certifies that the B+ Numerical equivalent is 87–89 and carries course has been completed. 3.3 quality points. 7. A student who has audited a course may take the B Numerical equivalent is 83–86 and carries course for credit at a later date. 3 quality points. B- Numerical equivalent is 80–82 and carries 2.7 quality points. C+ Numerical equivalent is 77–79 and carries 2.3 quality points. C Numerical equivalent is 73–76 and carries GRADE POSTING 2 quality points. Grades are available via Self-Service approximately three C- Numerical equivalent is 70–72 and carries weeks after the completion of any term. Indebtedness to 1.7 quality points Georgian Court University precludes access to grades D+ Numerical equivalent is 65–69 and carries and transcripts. 1.5 quality points. D Numerical equivalent is 60–64 and carries 1 quality point. F Numerical equivalent is 59 or below and carries 0 quality points. RADE PPEALS W Indicates that a student withdrew from a course. G A WE Indicates that a student withdrew from a course A student wishing to file an appeal about a final grade or with extenuating circumstances. a grade received for a particular piece of work in a course INC Indicates a temporary extension of the semester. should follow this procedure: AU Audit, indicates no credit/no quality points For a grade received for a particular piece of work in P Passing grade, indicates credit/no quality points S Satisfactory a course: U Unsatisfactory 1. The student must first attempt to resolve the T Transfer credit matter through discussion with the faculty member who assigned it within 10 working days of receiving the grade. 2. If the issue cannot satisfactorily be resolved UDIT between the student and faculty member within A 10 working days after the student has conferred To audit a class, a student must obtain permission from with the faculty member, the student may specify the instructor and department chair and pay the in writing the basis for the grade appeal and appropriate fee. request a review by the appropriate department A student is allowed to audit one course per semester chairperson. This written appeal should reach the under the following conditions: department chairperson no later than 10 working 1. Student must be properly enrolled in the university days after the student has conferred with the as either matriculating or nonmatriculating. faculty member. The department chairperson 2. Student may audit only on a space-available shall attempt to resolve the issue between the basis. This request requires the signature and student and the faculty member, in consultation approval of the instructor and the chair of the with the faculty members in the discipline. Written department in which the course is given and then notification of the determination by the

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 43 department chairperson shall be sent to the faculty member may appeal the decision in student within 10 working days of the receipt of accordance with the grievance procedure and the appeal. The department chairperson’s timelines set forth in the appropriate section of decision is final. the faculty personnel policies volume of the policy For a final grade: manual, which can be accessed at georgian.edu. 1. The student must first attempt to resolve the matter through discussion with the faculty member who assigned it within the first 10 working days of the next semester. If the ACADEMIC PROGRESS faculty member receives from the student convincing evidence that the original grade is In order to maintain the grade point average required for graduation, a student must achieve a minimum inaccurate, the faculty member shall correct the cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in coursework. The grade. If an inaccurate final grade has been Academic Standards Committee reviews a junior or given, the faculty member shall submit a Change senior who fails to maintain a 2.0 cumulative or term of Grade form to the Office of the Registrar. grade point average; a sophomore, 1.9; a freshman, 1.8. 2. If the issue cannot satisfactorily be resolved between the student and faculty member within 10 working days after the student has conferred with the faculty member, the student may specify LASS TATUS in writing the basis for the grade appeal and C S request a review by the appropriate department For admission to senior status, students shall have chairperson. This written appeal should reach the completed a minimum of 90 total credits; for junior status, department chairperson no later than 10 working 60 total credits; and for sophomore status, 30 total credits. days after the student has conferred with the faculty member. The department chairperson shall attempt to resolve the issue between the student and the faculty member. COURSE LOAD 3. If the issue cannot be resolved satisfactorily within 10 working days, the student may then The maximum course load for full-time students is 18 credit hours a semester. Permission to carry a heavier course submit the appeal in writing to the dean of the load will be granted only after consultation between the school of the particular discipline, who will then student and major advisor, with the approval of the dean attempt to resolve the issue between the student and, for more than 21 credits, the associate provost for and the faculty member. academic program development. Students will be required 4. If the issue is still unsatisfactorily resolved within to pay for excess credits on a per-credit basis. 10 working days, the student may submit the The maximum course load for part-time students is appeal in writing to the provost, who shall attempt 11 credit hours per semester. to resolve the issue in consultation with the student, faculty member, department chairperson and the dean of the school. If an agreement is not reached in this consultation, the provost shall INCOMPLETE WORK have the final authority to resolve the appeal. Written notification of the determination by the A student who has done satisfactory work in a course, but provost shall be sent to the student within has not completed the course requirements because of illness or some other emergency situation, may request an 10 working days of the receipt of the appeal. The “Incomplete” as a temporary extension of the semester. To provost’s decision is final. Copies of the decision receive this extension, the student must submit the shall be provided to the student, faculty member, Request for Incomplete form to the instructor and dean of dean of the school, department chairperson, and the appropriate school for approval. This request must be registrar within 10 working days of the receipt of made prior to the start of final assessment. At the end of the appeal. If the faculty member believes that the semester extension, if the instructor does not submit a his/her academic freedom has been final grade to the registrar, the student will automatically receive an F for the course unless the instructor submits a compromised by the provost’s decision, the different grade, based on work previously completed.

44 | Georgian Court University The semester extension period is governed by the department, or his or her assigned academic advisor, or semester length and is referenced on the Office of the the dean of the student’s major school. Registrar’s Web pages and Request for Extension form. For example, a student requesting an extension for a 15- Limitations on Withdrawals week semester will receive an extension of six weeks for A student may not receive a W in more than two courses a final grade to be submitted. in one semester/term, or more than six courses total over the course of his or her time at Georgian Court. Grades of WE are not counted in these totals.

Withdrawing from the University/Leave of ADD/DROP POLICY Absence/Involuntary Withdrawal Students may add courses during the first week of the Please see other sections of the Undergraduate fall/spring semester. Students may drop courses during Catalog or Student Handbook for policies regarding the first two weeks of the fall/spring semester. Withdrawing from the University, Leave of Absence, and Involuntary Withdrawal. Note: Students entering Georgian Court in Fall 2015 or later are subject to all provisions of the Withdrawal Policy. Students entering prior to Fall 2015 will be limited to a COURSE WITHDRAWAL POLICY total of six grades of W from the start of the Fall 2015 semester—grades of W received prior to Fall 2015 will The course withdrawal policy that applies to not be counted in the total. These students are subject to undergraduates is the policy in the undergraduate all other provisions of the Withdrawal Policy. catalog, and the course withdrawal policy that applies to graduate students is the policy in the graduate catalog, regardless of whether the course in question is an undergraduate course or graduate course. A student who withdraws from a course between the end ACADEMIC EARLY WARNING SYSTEM of the add/drop period and the end of the 10th week of the main session of either the fall or spring semester will The Academic Early Warning System is designed to receive a grade of W for that course. identify and assist students who may be experiencing challenges to their academic success. The goal of this For terms other than the main session of the fall and spring system is to support students and help them succeed at semester, a student will receive a W if he or she withdraws Georgian Court University. If a student is referred to the between the end of the add/drop period and the point at system by a faculty member, she/he will be contacted by which the term is approximately two-thirds complete. a member of the Office of Student Success, who will work The Office of the Registrar will determine and post the with her/him to help identify and remedy any barriers to exact dates for withdrawal deadlines for all terms. her/his success. Students will not be permitted to withdraw from a course with a W after this deadline. In rare, extraordinary circumstances, students may petition for a withdrawal with extenuating circumstances, which will be recorded as a WE. This request must be ACADEMIC PROBATION & DISMISSAL approved by the Provost. A WE should be granted only in Students who are not in good academic standing at the circumstances of documentable hardship, such as long university, or who are in danger of slipping below this term, serious illness. level, may be subject to academic probation, academic Grades of W and WE are not used to calculate a dismissal or other actions in an effort to insure that all student’s grade point average, but will appear on the enrolled students meet the academic standards required student’s transcript. by Georgian Court. Cases related to academic standing, A student who simply stops attending a course has not academic probation and dismissal and related issues are officially withdrawn and will receive a grade computed on reviewed by the Academic Standards Committee. The the basis of all work completed and not completed at the committee meets for this purpose following the fall end of the semester, including work assigned after the semester and the spring semester. student stopped attending. Definitions How to Withdraw Minimum Acceptable GPA by Class Level – 1.8 freshman, 1.9 sophomore, and 2.0 junior and senior A student wishing to withdraw from a class must obtain the signature of the chair of the student’s major

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 45 Cumulative GPA – the student’s grade point average A student whose cumulative GPA is below 1.7 or term GPA overall, an average of grades for classes taken across all is below 1.5 may be placed on strict academic probation. A terms as a GCU student. student who is on strict academic probation but who has not Term GPA – the student’s grade point average for all yet reached the minimum acceptable GPA for his or her qualifying courses taken in a single semester or term. class—either term or cumulative—may remain on strict academic probation for additional semesters, or, if that Term – a period in which all classes are scheduled to student has shown some improvement, may be placed on begin and end within a set time frame. Examples at GCU academic probation instead. include but are not limited to fall and spring semesters, winter session, 7.5-week sessions, and summer A student may also be placed on strict academic sessions. At GCU, “session” and “term” are used probation if he or she has been on academic probation for synonymously for purposes of academic standing. at least one semester and has failed to show improvement, or if his or her cumulative or term GPA has Semester – the main fall or main spring term, fallen. See “Academic Probation” above. approximately 15 weeks long. Note: As noted above, a student who has been on Guidelines academic probation, or some combination of academic probation and strict academic probation, for two or more Academic Warning semesters may be subject to academic dismissal. See “Academic Dismissal” below. Any student whose cumulative or term GPA falls below 2.0 who is not placed on academic probation or strict academic Academic Dismissal probation, or who is not dismissed from the university, may A student may be dismissed from the university if her or his receive an official academic warning notice. cumulative GPA falls below 1.0, or if the student earns a Academic Probation term GPA of 0 during a semester in which he or she has taken at least 6 credits. In some cases where circumstances Students on academic probation continue as fully enrolled may warrant it, such as where there is evidence of past students at Georgian Court University, but are limited to academic success or academic improvement, the 15 credits per term while on academic probation. In addition, committee may opt instead to place a student who meets students are required to meet monthly with academic these criteria on strict academic probation. support staff and participate in designated workshops. A student may also be dismissed if he or she has spent A student may be placed on academic probation if his or two semesters on academic probation or strict academic her cumulative GPA or term GPA falls below the probation, or some combination of these, and the student minimum acceptable for his or her class. has not shown improvement, or if a student has spent A student who is on academic probation and has shown three semesters on academic probation or strict improvement, but who has not yet reached the minimum academic probation, or some combination of these, and acceptable GPA for his or her class—either term or has shown improvement but has not achieved the cumulative—may remain on academic probation. A minimal acceptable cumulative GPA for his or her class. student who has been on academic probation for at least Students have the option to appeal. one semester and who has failed to show improvement, or whose cumulative or term GPA has fallen, may be placed on strict academic probation. See “Strict Academic Probation” below. Note: A student who has been on academic probation, or REPEATING A COURSE some combination of academic probation and strict academic probation, for two or more semesters may be subject to A course retaken to improve a grade will result in only the academic dismissal. See “Academic Dismissal” below. higher grade being calculated in the academic average. The lower grade will remain on the academic transcript Strict Academic Probation but will not be included in the grade point average or in the earned credit total. Repeated courses shall be taken Students on strict academic probation continue as fully at Georgian Court, unless special permission is given by enrolled students at Georgian Court University, but are the department chairperson of the student’s major. limited to 12 credits per term while on strict academic probation. In addition, students are required to meet twice monthly with academic support staff and participate in designated workshops.

46 | Georgian Court University By the University Every effort will be made to make cancellation CLASS ATTENDANCE announcements at least two hours before class is scheduled to begin. Georgian Court University values the education of the Connect-Ed is an emergency notification system that total student and recognizes that learning takes place sends time-sensitive notifications to students, faculty, and both inside and outside the classroom. staff within minutes in case of an emergency or other Students are expected to attend all their scheduled important announcements. You may receive notices by classes. Policies for maximum course absences will be voicemail, e-mail, and/or text message. Weather-related stated in the course outline. Students should notify their delays and cancellations will also be announced on the instructors if illness or personal circumstances prevent Web site at georgian.edu, and by recorded phone them from attending class, especially if an assignment or message at 732.987.2555. Information about test is scheduled for that day. It is at the discretion of the cancellations will also be supplied to radio stations instructor to determine if students will be permitted to NJ101.5, WOBM 92.7, Lite Rock 96.9, The Point 94.3, make up specific assignments, including tests, according The Hawk 105.7, SoJo 104.9, Cat Country 107.3, and to the instructor’s stated policy. Students are responsible Magic 98.3, and to television stations News12 New for any course content missed due to absences. Jersey News (Cablevision 12, Comcast 62, and Optimum Students who are absent from multiple classes for more 612), NBC4, and Fox 5 Good Day New York. than a week should provide the dean of students with For classes not held at the GCU main campus in appropriate documentation and the dean of students will Lakewood, GCU classes will comply with the authenticate that absence. Students should also discuss cancellation/closure decision of the location at which the such absences with their instructors. Students missing an classes are held. occasional class do not require authentication. Students whose participation in an intercollegiate sport, the dance program, education abroad, or other sanctioned GCU activity that will require them to miss classes during the semester should present an official COURSE FINAL ASSESSMENT schedule to the instructor at the beginning of the semester and keep the instructor informed about changes The university schedules time at the end of each or additions to that schedule. Students and their semester for a final assessment in each course. Should instructors should discuss the implications of missing illness prevent a student from being present on that day, those classes and how to make up all work, including the student should contact instructors immediately to assignments and exams, in accordance with the arrange to make up the missed work. Such arrangements instructor’s policies. must have the approval of the chair of the department. Nonattendance or verbal notification in a semester for which a student has registered does not constitute an official withdrawal. STUDENTS TAKING COURSES AT AN ENROLLMENT LOCATION OTHER THAN CANCELLATION OF CLASSES THEIR OWN

By an Instructor Students enrolled at a location other than the Lakewood campus must take all required courses offered through On occasion, an instructor may need to cancel class. The their enrollment location at that location. Exceptions will instructor will notify the dean, who will have notices be made only for extenuating circumstances (e.g., posted in various locations on campus, including the student failed a course at the student’s location and to room in which the class meets. Commuting students in catch up with the student’s cohort, student needs to take each course should arrange a “telephone chain” at the the same course in Lakewood in the summer). Approval beginning of each semester and inform the instructor of for any exceptions will follow the process outlined below. the names of the first two students to contact in the event of a cancellation. Those students will then be responsible Regarding Situations Not Covered Above: for notifying other students. Every effort will be made to For all courses except GEN199, GEN400, and the contact students before they travel to campus. courses that satisfy the religious studies, ethics, women and gender General Education requirements, students who want to take a course based at a location that is not

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 47 their location and that is closed to students from their become part of the student’s permanent record. As such, location can enroll in the course with the approval of their they cannot be replaced by new transfer courses. To fulfill academic advisor. Before giving approval, the academic general education requirements, once students are advisor should ensure that the student will not be taking a enrolled at GCU, they are permitted to take only courses seat needed by students who are in the program at the that are directly equivalent to courses in the GCU general other location. The academic advisor should ask the education curriculum. Exceptions may be made for foreign Office of the Registrar in writing (preferably through e- language (e.g., students may transfer credits in a language mail) to enroll the student in the course at the other not offered by Georgian Court University). location, and copy the student and the student’s Final determination of the acceptance or denial of transfer department chair in the e-mail. For GEN199, GEN400, credit is made by the department chairperson or program and the courses that satisfy the religious studies, ethics, director of the field of study for courses in the field of women and gender General Education requirements, the study, by the director of general education for general academic advisor should e-mail the student’s request to education courses, and by the Office of the Provost for the associate provost for academic program development general electives. (or designee), who will make a decision about the request after considering the enrollment needs of the students at that location. If the student’s request is granted, the associate provost or designee will ask the Office of the Registrar office in writing (preferably through e-mail) to RTICULATION GREEMENTS enroll the student in the course at the other location, and A A copy the student in the e-mail. Georgian Court University has articulation agreements with Atlantic Cape Community College, Bergen Tuition & Fees Community College, Brookdale Community College, Students who enroll in a course that is associated with a Burlington County College, Camden County College, different location than their enrollment location will be County College of Morris, Cumberland County College, billed according to their enrollment location. Essex County College, Gloucester County College, Hudson County Community College, Mercer County Community College, Middlesex County College, New Seminary (Lakewood, New Jersey and Brooklyn, New York), New York Chiropractic College, Ocean County TRANSFER OF CREDIT College, Ocean County Vocational Technical School Performing Arts Academy, Ocean County Vocational Credits are accepted for transfer from regionally Technical School Academy of Law and Public Safety, accredited institutions. Only courses in which a grade of Passaic County Community College, Raritan Valley C or higher has been achieved are eligible for transfer. Community College, Rutgers University, Saint George’s Transfer credits will be counted towards the degree credit University, Salem Community College, Seton Hall total, but will not be included in the Georgian Court grade University, Sussex County Community College, Union point average. Previous credits from non-regionally County College, University of the Sciences in accredited institutions will be considered for acceptance Philadelphia, University of Saint Joseph, and Warren on a case-by-case basis. Courses are evaluated for County Community College. transfer based on the following criteria: accreditation status of the institution, and the course description, To generate a student’s progress chart, which shows the syllabus, outline (including topics covered and time spent use of transferred credits, the transfer of credit policy is on each), student learning goals and objectives, applied using applicable articulation agreements. NJ assessment methods, instructional materials used Transfer (njtransfer.org) shows articulation of courses (textbook, etc.), instructor credentials, level (e.g., 100- between New Jersey community colleges and Georgian level, 200-level, etc.), mode of delivery, and credits. Court University. Progress charts for other commonly used Students must obtain written permission from the major articulation agreements are provided at advisor of their discipline and the registrar to enroll in georgian.edu/academics/registrar/progress-charts. credit courses in another institution. Credit will be given Articulation agreements are available from the Office of only if credit has not already been awarded or earned for Admissions or the Office of the Provost. the related course content. Official transcripts must be sent to the Office of the Registrar within four weeks of completion of the course(s). Transfer Credit forms are available on the Office of the Registrar’s Web page at georgian.edu. Students may transfer a maximum of 90 credits of which no more than 75 credits may transfer from a regionally accredited two-year institution. Credits accepted in transfer

48 | Georgian Court University NONDISCLOSURE POLICY FOR CREDIT FOR PRIOR Failure to submit complete records of all previous academic LEARNING FOR UNDERGRADUATE experience will result in the student being denied admission, or in the case of nondisclosure or misrepresentation, the COURSEWORK rescinding of previously granted offer of admission which may result in dismissal from the institution. If a Georgian Court course (e.g., BU454) has been created by a department specifically to award credit for portfolios, it is not subject to the procedures described below because the department reserves the right to create separate criteria for its own courses/degree programs. SUMMER SESSION A matriculating student may earn up to 30 credits from a combination of Georgian Court challenge examinations Students who plan to attend any summer session at and portfolio assessment. Credits earned by taking Georgian Court should meet with their department Georgian Court-graded challenge examinations and advisor for academic guidance. portfolios are Georgian Court credits, but none of these credits can be counted toward the 30 Georgian Court credits required for graduation. A matriculating student cannot take a challenge examination or submit a portfolio until at least 12 credits of “regular” Georgian Court CREDIT BY TESTING coursework has been earned. Students cannot attempt to earn challenge examination/portfolio prior learning credits Georgian Court accepts a total of 30 credits from all during their semester of graduation. The department testing sources combined. However, with the exception of chairperson and school dean will determine if a challenge challenge examinations, these are considered equivalent exam/portfolio assessment option can be taken for a to transfer credit and are in addition to the 30 credits that particular course. Challenge examinations/portfolio must be earned at Georgian Court. All Georgian Court assessments, in other words, may be offered upon students must obtain written approval from the major request by a student, if the department chairperson and advisor and the registrar prior to taking any of these the dean approve. examinations. Transfer Credit forms are available on the Office of the Registrar’s Web page at georgian.edu. These credits are in addition to the number that students Credit will be given only if credit has not already been may earn by taking the CLEP, DSST, etc. exams, which awarded or earned for the related course content. are not Georgian Court credit. College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) [TABLE II-D] A student who achieves a successful score on any approved general area examination or on any subject examinations may be able to receive college credit. Georgian Court accepts ONLINE, HYBRID & VTC COURSES a total of 30 CLEP credits. To award credit, an official score report must be sent to the Office of the Registrar. CLEP credit Online: the course is taught 100% online using the is granted only if the related course content has not been university’s course management system to deliver previously completed. In order for the CLEP science internet-based interactive instruction. Students do not examination to be accepted for the laboratory science general come to a classroom. education requirement, the examination must be taken prior Hybrid: the course is taught 50% or less online using the to acceptance to Georgian Court. The CLEP science university’s course management system to deliver examinations do not fulfill this requirement if taken after internet-based interactive instruction, and 50% or more acceptance to Georgian Court. with the instructor in the same room as the students. Other Credit by Testing Options [TABLE II-E] Students are required to come to the classroom for the face-to-face sessions. Students may consider other means of college credit such as DSST (formerly DANTES), Excelsior College VTC: the course is taught 100% by video teleconference. Examinations, TECEP examinations, ACE College Credit Students are required to come to a classroom for all class Recommendations Service, and NYU Language Proficiency sessions but the instructor may be teaching from a exams (12-point exam or 16-point exam. GCU will award up different location using real-time, interactive video to 16 credits). Students who wish to take a challenge teleconferencing. examination for a specific course should contact the department chairperson for consideration (see Policy for Credit for Prior Learning for Undergraduate Coursework). Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 49 INDEPENDENT STUDIES STUDY ABROAD Some departments list and describe courses that provide All interested students are invited to experience either a opportunities to earn credit for the intensive study of short-term study abroad experience (one, two, or three something not offered as a regular course. These courses weeks), a summer, a semester or a year abroad at an are normally limited to juniors, seniors, or graduate approved program after applying and discussing their students who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA. options with the director of global education programs, who Occasionally, students may need an independent study in should be the first point of contact, and the faculty advisor. order to complete a regular course required for The director of global education programs provides direction graduation. Students should speak with the instructor who for selecting culturally rich and academically sound teaches that course and who can initiate the application. international experiences, and university approval when Completed applications must be approved by the selecting Study Abroad sites for the major and/or elective department chair, dean and associate provost before the courses in all disciplines. Students should visit the Office of end of the add period. Generally, applications will not be Global Education online at georgian.edu/global-education approved for courses that are listed on the schedule in for more information. the current academic year. A copy of the final exam or Enrollment in a program of study abroad approved for paper required for the course is retained by the credit by GCU may be considered enrollment at GCU for department chair. the purpose of applying for assistance under Title IV, Students receiving GCU tuition remission may be required HEA programs. Students may use State of New Jersey to pay the normal tuition rate for independent studies. forms of financial aid for some study abroad programs.

CREDIT HOUR ASSIGNMENTS FOR ACCESS TO RECORDS

COURSES Educational Records

A credit hour is the amount of work represented in Notification of Rights under the Family Educational intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) student achievement that approximates not less than (1) one hour (50 minutes) of classroom or direct faculty The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), instruction and a minimum of two hours (100 minutes) of commonly referred to as the Buckley Amendment, was out-of-class student work each week for approximately enacted in 1974 and applies to those institutions that 15 weeks for one semester, or the equivalent amount of regularly receive funding from the Department of work over a different amount of time, or (2) at least an Education. FERPA was written specifically for students equivalent amount of work as required in (1) for other and guarantees these primary rights: activities such as lab work, internships, practica, and The right to inspect and review education records studio work. Faculty members in academic departments within 45 days of the day the university receives propose the amount of credit hours to be assigned to the request for review. Students should submit a each new course to the dean and appropriate curriculum written request to the Office of the Registrar committee based on the preceding definition of a credit identifying those records the student wishes to hour. New course proposals are accompanied by sample inspect. The education record will be reviewed under syllabi/course outlines that show the amount of work, the supervision of an agent of the Office of the intended learning outcomes, and how achievement of the Registrar. Students may not add or remove any learning outcomes will be assessed. The amount of credit information during the review. hours approved for a new course by the dean and The right to seek to amend education records curriculum committee is then reviewed by the provost, believed to be inaccurate or misleading. After who has the final authority for assigning credit hours to a inspecting his/her education record a student can course. This policy applies to all courses, regardless of notify the registrar, in writing, of any portion they mode of delivery. believe should be changed. The student should specify why the information is inaccurate or misleading. If the university determines that the record should not be amended they will inform the student and advise the student to his or her right to a hearing.

50 | Georgian Court University The right to some control over the disclosure of result in the loss of various forms of federal funding and information from education records. The university Federal Student Aid. Student recruiting information discloses education records without a student’s prior includes, but is not limited to: student name, address, written consent under the FERPA exception for telephone number, date of birth, place of birth, class, disclosure to school officials with a legitimate major, degree(s) received and educational institutions educational interest. A school official is a person attended. Under FERPA, students may request that employed by the university in an administrative, directory information be withheld. This protection will be supervisory, academic/research or support staff honored under the Solomon Amendment. Any student position including security and health staff. A school who wishes to have directory information withheld should official can also include a person or company the request a “no release” as described above. university has contracted (such as an attorney, A student wishing to review his/her academic record auditor or collection agent), persons or organizations should make an appointment to do so with the registrar. providing student financial aid or determining financial aid eligibility, amount or conditions of financial aid, or to enforce the terms and conditions of aid and accrediting organizations carrying out their accrediting functions. Education records will also be EQUEST FOR RANSCRIPT released without the student’s prior written consent in R T compliance with a judicial order or lawfully issued Transcript requests must be made in writing to the Office subpoena or in the event of an emergency if it is of the Registrar. There is a fee per transcript. Transcripts necessary to protect the health or safety of the are processed in the order in which they are received student or other persons. A school official has a within five working days. The Office of the Registrar is not legitimate educational interest if they need to review able to issue transcripts immediately upon request. The an education record in order to fulfill their professional Transcript Request form is available on the Office of the responsibility. Institutions may disclose directory Registrar’s Web page at georgian.edu. information about a student without violating FERPA. Directory information at GCU is defined as name, address, telephone number and e-mail address, enrollment status (e.g., undergraduate or graduate; full-time or part-time), major field of study, ACADEMIC HONESTY participation in officially recognized activities and sports, dates of attendance, degrees and awards Georgian Court strives to be a moral community with ethical received, most recent previous school attended, convictions. Academic integrity is essential to collegial photograph, and weight and height of members of pursuit of truth and knowledge and gives the Georgian Court athletic teams. community credibility. The principles of academic integrity demand the commitment of all persons at Georgian Court. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Academic dishonesty is viewed at Georgian Court as a Department of Education should the student allege serious offense and cannot be tolerated. the university is not in compliance with the requirements of FERPA. Dishonesty in any work is regarded as a serious offense Family Policy Compliance Officer and may result in failure in the course and dismissal from U.S. Department of Education Georgian Court. Anyone who willfully assists another in 400 Maryland Avenue, SW the breach of integrity is held equally responsible and Washington, DC 20202-5901 subject to the same penalty. Students who do not wish to release any or all of the Academic dishonesty is any act of cheating, fabrication, above information to outside agencies must submit a “no plagiarism, abuse of resources, forgery of academic release” request in writing to the Office of the Registrar. documents, dissimulation, or sabotage, and any act of This request must state which items or information they aiding and abetting academic dishonesty. Georgian Court wish withheld from disclosure. assumes the academic integrity of its students. In cases where academic integrity is in question, the following definitions and policies will apply: 1. Cheating is using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information or study SOLOMON AMENDMENT aids in any academic exercise. Examples of cheating are copying homework, copying The Solomon Amendment became effective on October 23, 1998. Under the Solomon Amendment someone else’s test, using an unauthorized institutions are required to fulfill military requests for “cheat sheet,” inventing of any information or student recruiting information. Failure to comply may citation in any academic exercise, making up a

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 51 source, giving an incorrect citation and misquoting a source. 2. Plagiarism is representation of the words and PROCEDURES FOR DEALING WITH ideas of another as one’s own in any academic exercise. Plagiarism includes failing to give a ACADEMIC DISHONESTY citation for using work from any other person or Any faculty member who perceives or is informed of source. Modifications and rephrasings do not academic dishonesty will initiate the process by first reduce the requirement for giving a citation. informing the student and attempting to set up a meeting This also applies to information obtained to discuss the evidence and significance of the alleged electronically, such as from the Internet. infraction. If the instructor determines that a penalty (e.g., 3. Dissimulation is the disguising or altering of lowered grade for assignment, 0 for assignment, etc.) should be exacted, the incident must be reported to the one’s own actions so as to deceive another dean of the school in which the violation occurred. The about the real nature of one’s actions instructor and the student sign a form describing the concerning an academic exercise. Examples alleged infraction, verifying that the meeting took place, include fabricating excuses for behavior such and specifying the penalty that the instructor exacted. as missing classes, postponing tests, handing Within 10 working days of the meeting with the student, in late papers, turning in a paper for one class the instructor will submit the signed form along with the that was originally written for another class evidence to his or her school dean who will record the names of the student and instructor, the semester and the (when original work is requested). course, and the penalty that was exacted. A copy of the 4. Abuse of resources is the damaging of any form will also be sent to the instructor’s department chair resource material or inappropriately limiting and the chair of the student’s major(s). The school dean access to resource material that is necessary will file documentation in the office of the provost. for academic work. Abuse includes hiding Electronic files will be accessible only by authorized library materials, removing non-circulating individuals and restricted by password. These records are accessible to deans of all schools. material from the library, hiding or stealing another person’s textbook, notes or software, If the instructor and student are not able to meet, the failure to return library materials when instructor should complete the form and inform the student by GCU e-mail and in writing about the penalty requested by the library. exacted, if any, and that the infraction has been reported 5. Forgery of academic documents is the to the school dean and the dean of students. unauthorized changing or construction of any When recording the infraction, the school dean should academic document such as changing consult the confidential records to determine if the student transcripts, changing grade books, changing charged with violating the Academic Honesty Policy has grades on papers that have been returned and been charged with academic dishonesty on one or more forging signatures. Forgery also includes prior occasions. If the dean judges that the evidence in completion of an application for any academic the current case is solid, and the student has a previous program that omits or falsifies any requested violation, the school dean may exact an institutional penalty such as a plan of academic tutoring and support, information. Such violations can result in the or may recommend suspension or dismissal. Within 10 revocation of the application, even if approval working days, the school dean will inform the student by was previously granted on the basis of GCU e-mail and in writing of any institutional penalty. fabricated information. If the student does not appeal the charge or the penalty 6. Sabotage is the damaging or impeding of suggested by the instructor, and if applicable, the dean, academic work of another student. Sabotage no further action is necessary. The school dean maintains includes ruining another student’s lab work or the records and the evidence until seven years after the destroying another student’s term paper. student leaves the institution. 7. Aiding and abetting academic dishonesty is Appeals knowingly facilitating any act defined above. A student has the right to appeal an instructor’s charge of dishonesty or the severity of a penalty. A student also has the right to appeal an institutional penalty exacted or recommended by the dean.

52 | Georgian Court University To initiate an appeal, the student should submit a letter of following sanctions may be imposed. appeal to the dean of students within 10 working days of • Reduction of grade on the assignment being informed by the instructor or the school dean. The • Zero on the assignment dean of students will convene an academic integrity panel. • Course grade of F Members of the academic integrity panel will be chosen • Verbal and/or written warning from a pool of volunteers who are willing to serve on the • Educational remediation committee on an ad hoc basis, based on availability and lack of connection with the case. The panel will consist of • Counseling remediation one full-time faculty member from each school, one • Probation student from each school, and one at-large full-time faculty • Suspension from the university member selected by the other panel members. The at- • Dismissal from the university large faculty member shall serve as chair of the panel and will vote only if there is a tie. The students and faculty members on the panel will be those who regularly take or teach undergraduate or graduate courses, consistent with the accused student’s status. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY The chair of the panel will set the time and place of the meeting, which should normally occur within three weeks A student who withdraws from Georgian Court in good from the date the panel was called. The panel will examine academic standing and is not subject to any disciplinary the evidence. In the hearing, the student may be action receives an honorable dismissal. Students wish to accompanied by one advisor, either a GCU faculty withdraw from the university must submit a Request for member or GCU staff person, and may call witnesses, but Official Withdrawal form to the dean of student success. The no legal counsel since this is an academic matter. If the student will be considered withdrawn on the date notification meeting is to appeal an instructor’s accusation or penalty, is received. the instructor has the option to appear before the panel to Students who do not enroll for consecutive main terms explain evidence presented. The instructor may also opt are considered to have voluntarily withdrawn from the not to attend unless the panel requires his or her presence. institution. Students who have withdrawn from GCU must The instructor will have no vote. If the meeting is to appeal reapply through Admissions should they wish to return to an institutional penalty exacted or recommended by a the university. A student who leaves GCU and reapplies school dean, that dean has the option to appear before the to the same academic program may choose to follow the panel to explain evidence presented. The dean may also curriculum and General Education requirements in place opt not to attend unless the panel requires his or her when s/he first enrolled at GCU provided s/he re-enrolls presence. The dean will have no vote. within five academic years after withdrawal. Under certain Hearings will be recorded or transcribed and kept in the circumstances such as discontinuance of programs or office of the dean of students. A copy of such material will courses, curricular changes required by a certification, be available to the student. If the panel sustains the licensing or accrediting body, a student may be required student’s appeal, it will recommend either that the charge to follow current curriculum and/or general education be erased from the record, and/or that the penalty be requirements regardless of the date of first enrollment. reduced. The chair will report the panel’s conclusion and Nonattendance or verbal notification, in a semester recommendations by GCU e-mail and in writing to the for which a student has registered, does not student, the provost, the school dean, and the dean of constitute an official withdrawal. students within two working days. Georgian Court reserves the right to require at any time The decision of the panel is final, except that where the the withdrawal of students who do not maintain the recommended penalty is either suspension or dismissal specified standards of scholarship or who are not in from school, the provost will have the final say with respect accord with its ideals and expected patterns of behavior. to whether or not the penalty is imposed. The provost’s The former case is determined by action of the Academic decision regarding suspension or dismissal will be issued Standards Committee; the latter by action of the provost. within 20 working days of the provost being notified of the panel’s recommendation. Although an appeal is not necessary because the provost will review all cases where suspension or dismissal is recommended, students may present their case for a reduced penalty to the provost by LEAVE OF ABSENCE notifying the provost’s office in writing within 10 working days of the panel’s decision. Students may apply for an official leave of absence for up to two consecutive main academic terms. The Request Sanctions for Leave of Absence form will need to be completed. A When a student is found in violation of the university’s leave of absence permits a student to maintain his/her Academic Dishonesty Policy, one or a combination of the recorded curriculum at the university. The student will be

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 53 allowed to follow degree major requirements as outlined St. Catherine Medal: Kappa Gamma Pi, the National on his/her current progress chart if he/she returns to the Catholic College Graduate Honor Society, offers the St. university within the specified time frame. Students Catherine Medal to honor a sophomore or junior who leaving GCU to take courses at another institution are not represents the high ideals of a Catholic college education. eligible for a leave of absence. Students who fail to The recipient is selected by the Georgian Court faculty, register for a third main academic semester must re-apply administration and/or peers, on the basis of leadership to the university through the Office of Admissions. and service to Georgian Court.

ACADEMIC YEAR HONORS AT GRADUATION Georgian Court University’s academic year begins on Departmental Awards: Awards are granted to seniors in August 1 and extends through July 31. Any class recognition of outstanding ability and achievement in their beginning during a particular academic year is considered major field. To qualify for these awards, students must to be part of that academic year, regardless of when the maintain a grade point average of 3.6 in the major field class ends. and be recommended by appropriate faculty. The Kingdon Gould Jr. Award: This monetary award is bestowed on the senior, who, by vote of peers, has contributed outstanding service to Georgian Court during DEAN’S LIST & PRESIDENT’S LIST the student’s years at Georgian Court. Kappa Gamma Pi: Kappa Gamma Pi, the National Dean’s List: In recognition of high academic Catholic College Graduate Honor Society, aims to set high achievement, a Dean’s List designation is indicated on standards for the maintenance of Catholic educational student transcripts each fall and spring semester. The ideals. The administration selects students for membership Dean’s List is composed of students with a term grade from among the seniors graduating with scholastic point average of 3.6000 to 3.8999 earned during the term distinction, outstanding service, and leadership. if the student carried at least 12 credit hours of letter- Other Awards: Other awards presented by departments, graded courses. Students with incomplete grade(s) at the individuals, families, organizations, associations, end of the semester are not eligible for the Dean’s List. institutions, and other groups are given to seniors who President’s List: In recognition of highest academic have demonstrated outstanding achievement in various achievement, a President’s List designation is indicated aspects of college life. on student transcripts each fall and spring semester. The Degree Honors: At least 60 credits must be earned at President’s List is composed of students with a term Georgian Court University to be eligible for degree grade point average of 3.9000 or higher earned during honors. (Only credits taken at Georgian Court, a minimum the term if the student carried at least 12 credit hours of of 60, will be used in this evaluation.) Students in a letter graded courses. Students with incomplete grade(s) Georgian Court degree completion program at at the end of the semester are not eligible for the Brookdale’s Hazlet location or at Cumberland County President’s List. College’s campus must earn at least 48 credits at Georgian Court University in courses graded A–F to be eligible for degree honors. The bachelor’s degree is awarded with honors to students who meet the following minimum requirements: 3.6 cumulative grade point FALL CONVOCATION average (CGPA)–cum laude, 3.75 CGPA–magna cum laude and 3.9 CGPA–summa cum laude. At the beginning of the fall semester, a program is held to open the academic year. During the event, some academic University Honors: Students who have completed the awards from academic disciplines, organizations and/or University Honors Program will earn the designation of individuals are presented. In addition, recipients of the “University Honors” on their transcripts. following awards are recognized: Academic Excellence Award: This award is presented Who’s Who: Seniors who have demonstrated high academic to a member of the senior class who has attained the scholarship, have participated and shown leadership in highest grade point average for four years. academic and extracurricular activities, and who, through their Julia Blake Alumni Award: The Julia Blake Alumni service to Georgian Court, have shown potential as future Award is presented to the senior who has best displayed leaders in education, government, business, civic affairs, and outstanding loyalty and service during the student’s the professions may be nominated to Who’s Who in university years. American Universities and Colleges.

54 | Georgian Court University V: FINANCIAL INFORMATION MANNER OF PAYMENT

Payment can be made with the Office of Student TUITION AND FEES: 2017–2018 Accounts and via Self Service online with a credit card. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are Tuition accepted. Credit card payments are charged a processing fee by third-party vendor. Payments in the Full-time (12–18 credits) ...... $15,400 per semester form of cash, check, or money order can be made at the Full-time nursing ...... $16,489 per semester Office of Student Accounts located in Mercy Center on Part-time (11 credits or less) ...... $704 per credit the main campus. Computers are available in the office to Part-time Nursing ...... $776 per credit assist students with online payments. All checks should Auditing ...... 1/3 of tuition be made payable to Georgian Court University. Brookdale at Wall/Communiversity ...... $690 per credit Before the beginning of each semester, students will GCU@Hazlet ...... $500 per credit receive a statement from the university setting forth a GCU@Cumberland ...... $500 per credit payment due date. Any charges unpaid after the due date Course Ahead/Step Ahead ...... $222 listed will result in a hold on the student’s account and a Challenge Exam ...... 25% of tuition late fee of $55 assessed. If there are any outstanding Portfolio Assessment...... 50% of tuition balances due to the university, the student will not be allowed to register, obtain transcripts, or receive a diploma General Fee (per semester) until financially cleared with the Office of Student Accounts.

FT Comprehensive Fee...... $730 Delinquent accounts will be sent to a collection agency for PT Comprehensive Fee ...... $365 which all collection and legal fees will be added to the outstanding balance for which the student is responsible. Residence and Board (per semester) 7-day Meal Plan Plus Double Tuition Plan Occupancy Room ...... $5,404 The university offers a monthly installment plan through Single Room (additional charge) ...... $1,293 Tuition Management Systems. There is an application fee; however, there are no interest charges. To Special Fees participate in the plan, students can visit afford.com. Plan Class Dues ...... $27 per year participation is granted by semester. Returned Check Fee ...... $55 Employer Reimbursements Graduation Fee ...... $165 Students whose education will be financed by their Late Graduation Application Fee ...... $55 employer may be able to defer their tuition payment. Late Registration Fee ...... $27 Arrangements should be made with the Office of Student Change of Schedule Fee ...... $17 Accounts prior to registration. If payment is not made within Parking Fee (full year) ...... $193 + tax five weeks of the end of semester, company Parking Fee (half year) ...... $96 + tax reimbursement will no longer be accepted for deferred Transcript Fee ...... $12 per request payment. A letter on company stationery establishing TLC Program reimbursement policy and confirming employee eligibility with employee contact to verify such eligibility must be (assistance program) ...... $1,764 per semester submitted at the beginning of the semester. Orientation: Full-Time First-Years or Transfers Full year...... $176 Due Date for Payments Spring only ...... $88 Bills will be available online beginning mid-July for fall A deposit of $250 is required for all students. This is term and mid-December for spring term. Accounts must applied to the semester bill and is nonrefundable. be settled between the student and the university three weeks before the first day of class. A settled account is The charges listed will be in effect for the 2017–2018 defined as: academic year. Georgian Court University reserves the right to change its schedule of tuition, fees, and refund policies at any time.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 55 Cash payment from the student + Georgian Court scholarships awarded to the student + Student loans granted by the lender and accepted by the student INTERNATIONAL STUDENT + Federal or state aid for which the student is eligible OLICY ROCEDURES + Expected receipts from a payment plan (i.e., TMS) P &P International Admissions Deadline for Applications = Room, board, tuition, fees and other charges billed to Fall Semester: May 1 • Spring Semester: October 1 the student Admission Requirements Students whose accounts are not settled will be placed See Admissions section of catalog. on billing hold and will be prohibited from registering for subsequent semesters, from receiving grades, from Deadline for payments for new students and graduating or may be asked to leave the university returning students: for nonpayment. 1. A tuition deposit of $1,000 at time of acceptance. 2. All tuition is to be paid by July 1 for fall term and December 1 for spring term. 3. Fees, room, and board are to be paid by August 15 REFUND POLICY for the fall term and January 15 for the spring term. 4. No payment plans will be done through the The following policy sets forth refunding tuition for those institution or Tuition Management System. students who officially withdraw from the university. Within the 1st week of classes: Add/drop period— The Higher Education Act of 1965 states in Section 116 no charge the financial responsibility of foreign students. Nothing in this act or any other federal law shall be construed to nd Within the 2 week of classes: Add/drop period— prohibit any institution of higher education from requiring a no charge student who is a foreign national (and not admitted to Within the 3rd week of classes: 25% of tuition plus all permanent residence in the United States) to guarantee fees charged the future payment of tuition and fees to such institution by Within the 4th week of classes: 50% of tuition plus all 1. Making advance payments of such tuition and fees charged fees; 2. Making deposits in an escrow account Within the 5th week of classes: 75% of tuition + all administered by such institution for such fees charged payments; th After the 5 week of classes: 100% of tuition + all 3. Obtaining a bond or other insurance that such fees charged payments will be made. General fees and deposits are nonrefundable. Upon official All students applying for an F-1 (student) visa must withdrawal from the institution, the university will calculate submit the following: the amount of tuition refund, if any, based on the above schedule. If a student withdraws from the university prior to 1. A bank letter in your name or the name of your completing 60% of the semester, the federal government sponsor. The statement must attest to the mandates that the student may keep only the federal and amount that is on deposit in U.S. dollars and state financial aid “earned” up to the time of the withdrawal. must be dated within three months prior to the After completing 60% of the semester, there is no start of classes. reduction in federal or state financial aid. 2. An affidavit of financial support. This document Residence & Board: No refund is made for any temporary must be signed by your sponsor (the person absence from the residence halls. Room and board whose name is on the bank statement) and must refunds are based upon the conditions described in the be stamped by a notary public. university’s Housing Contract. 3. Declaration of Finances (Affidavit of Support). Please Note: Students are not eligible for a refund unless U.S. visa regulations require that a student’s they have officially notified the registrar and completed all requirements for withdrawal. The effective date of withdrawal admission be based upon academic acceptance is the date on which the Office of the Registrar receives and satisfactory evidence of adequate funds to written notice. No refunds will be made until the conclusion of meet the expenses involved in the proposed the drop/add period. Students receiving financial aid should program of study. Students must submit contact the Office of Financial Aid to ascertain the effect of a documentary evidence of the amount of financial withdrawal on their financial aid eligibility. 56 | Georgian Court University support available from personal resources, family Supporting Documents funds, or another sponsor (e.g., an employer or In addition to completing the Sponsor’s Affidavit, government organization) that will provide funds documentary evidence of your financial ability to pay for for their educational and living expenses at your education must also be provided. All forms must be Georgian Court University. The evidence required originals (except tax documents), translated to English, depends on the source of financial support. and less than six months old. If one document is not 4. If personal resources are the source: (1) A letter sufficient to provide proof of full program funding, include additional documentation. Acceptable forms of proof are from the student stating that he/she will provide as follows: for his/her own expenses; (2) Personal bank 1. Letter of employment stating the sponsor’s statements, an official letter from the student’s annual income (from the employer). bank stating his/her balance, or certification of 2. Bank letter stating the date the account was income from the student’s employer. opened, total amount deposited for the last six 5. If family resources are the source: (1) Letter of months, and the present balance. Bank sponsorship from the family member(s) indicating statements saying that “enough” or “sufficient” his/her relationship to the student and the funds are available to support a student are not duration and level of support; (2) Bank acceptable forms of evidence; they must also statements, an official letter from the sponsor’s indicate U.S. dollar amounts. bank, or certification of income from the 3. Award letter from an organization providing sponsor’s employer. a scholarship. 6. If another sponsor is the source (e.g., employer, government, organization): (1) Declaration of Finances from the sponsor or organization that states (a) name and address of the sponsor, (b) duration of support, (c) dollar amount FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION available for educational expenses, (d) dollar Please visit georgian.edu for the most up-to-date financial amount available for living expenses, and (e) how aid information. the funds will be disbursed to the university (e.g., Office of Financial Aid monthly, quarterly). If the sponsor wishes to be 900 Lakewood Avenue, Lake House billed by Georgian Court University, this must be (T) 732.987.2258 • (F) 732.987.2023 • stated in the letter. Be sure to make it clear if [email protected] fees, room and board, and health insurance Monday–Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM should be billed in addition to tuition. Extended Hours Tuesdays 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM Note: Summer hours may differ. Georgian Court University offers an exceptional university experience at a cost that is below average for comparable INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADDENDUM private institutions. Georgian Court University is committed to maintaining excellence in our educational Sponsor’s Affidavit of Support programs while ensuring accessibility to as many students as possible. At Georgian Court University, we While Georgian Court University offers limited scholarship recognize that a college education is one of the single support to international students, it does not provide largest investments a family makes. In our view, cost need-based financial aid. As a result, you are required to should not be a barrier to enrollment. That is why we are provide proof of your ability to pay for all your educational fully committed to our financial aid program. expenses incurred. Applicants must show sufficient The primary responsibility for financing higher education support or continuing income for four years of rests with the student and her family. However, undergraduate study or two years of graduate study understanding that students come from a variety of (tuition, room, board, fees, books, and personal economic backgrounds, the university is prepared to expenses) in order to receive an I-20. The Financial provide financial assistance to students according to Resource Statement must be signed by both the criteria for qualification. An array of financial aid programs applicant and the sponsor (if applicable) and must be is available to help students meet the cost of attendance at signed and sealed by a Notary Public or Official Georgian Court University. We view our financial aid Administering Oath. Applications cannot be processed if program as an investment in students and their futures. this is not completed properly. We seek a diverse student body and are committed to

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 57 ensuring that all students can take advantage of the Georgian Court University experience. All students are encouraged to complete the Free TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after October 1, 2016, as possible. The application may The four basic types of aid are scholarships, grants, be accessed online at fafsa.ed.gov. The university’s loans, and work-study employment. Since many students priority financial aid application deadline is April 15, 2017. are eligible for several of types of assistance, the Office of Financial Aid usually offers a combination of these in a Georgian Court University reserves the right to review, financial aid package. adjust, or cancel awards at any time because of changes in your financial, academic status, academic program, Aid can be merit-based (awarded on the basis of standards athletic program, resident status, enrollment status (full- such as academic achievement) or need-based (awarded time to part-time), or students code of conduct violations on the basis of financial need as determined by the or if you fail to meet the requirements of the university’s FAFSA.) Most scholarships are merit-based, while grants, Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Awards are loans, and work-study are generally need-based. contingent upon actual receipt and verification of funds by Scholarships are based on academic merit or talent GCU. If adjustments are made to the university’s federal criteria and, in some cases, financial need. These and/or state allocations, the university reserves the right awards do not have to be repaid and are most often to adjust individual institutional aid awards at the renewable. Students are considered for scholarships beginning of each semester, as necessary. All students’ upon acceptance to the university. All awards are based financial aid awards including the university’s institutional on continuous full-time enrollment. aid are contingent on the availability of funds. The Office of Financial Aid reserves the right to review and cancel Grants are based on need and do not have to be repaid. awards at any time. When awarding policies and funds permit, the financial aid package includes grant funds. Federal Pell Grants are based on exceptional need. They are awarded to undergraduate students who are citizens or eligible Priority Dates & Deadlines 2017–2018 noncitizens and who have not earned a bachelor’s degree. The maximum Pell Grant award is $5,920 for the 2017–18 New Students Returning award year. Students who file the FAFSA are automatically Students considered for a Pell Grant. Eligibility is determined by the federal government. Award amounts depend on a FAFSA Priority student’s Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) and April 15, 2017 April 15, 2017 Date whether enrollment is full time or below. Loans allow students to postpone paying some of the Tax Transcripts/ costs of their education until they have completed school. A financial aid offer generally includes a long-term, low- Required July 1, 2017 July 1, 2017 interest loan. Borrowers must realize their commitment and Paperwork responsibility to repay according to repayment schedules. Before accepting a loan, students should assess their total HESAA September 15, 2017 April 15, 2017 educational debt and ability to repay after graduation. Eligibility is based on a minimum enrollment of 6 credits per semester. Priority Dates & Deadlines 2018–2019 Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) and the College Work-Study Program are intended to stimulate and New Students Returning promote part-time student employment, particularly for those from low-income families who are in need of Students earnings to pursue their studies. Students employed through FWS or University CWS provide essential FAFSA Priority January 15, 2018 January 15, services to the university and community, and have the Date 2018 opportunity to hold jobs that may relate to their educational objectives or enable them to gain valuable Tax Transcripts/ work experience. Required April 1, 2018 April 1, 2018 Paperwork

HESAA September 15, 2018 April 15, 2018

58 | Georgian Court University The Consequences of Failing to Complete Verification Federal Student Aid will be withheld until verification VERIFICATION POLICY is complete. Your application for Federal Student Financial Aid may be If your application is selected for verification by the New selected by the U.S. Department of Education or GCU for Jersey Higher Education Assistance Authority (HESAA) review in a process called verification. Verification is a for a New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) award, you will systematic means of comparing various financial and receive notification directly from HESAA to provide informational documents with the information you additional documentation and your estimated TAG award provided on the FAFSA. The following information is an will be removed from your aid package until HESAA outline of the policies and procedures that govern the confirms your eligibility. verification process, your responsibilities and the Please respond to all requests promptly so your financial appropriate deadline dates for the Federal Student Aid aid award can be finalized prior to the beginning of the Programs. If you have any questions, feel free to contact academic year. the Office of Financial Aid. Our Verification Policy: Students selected for verification will be notified of the requirement to submit specific documentation of items included on the FAFSA. First-time GCU students will receive a tentative award RETURNING STUDENTS & letter that may be revised upon completion of the ENEWAL WARDS verification process. It is the policy of GCU to withhold the R A disbursement of Federal Student Financial Aid until the Students must reapply for financial aid each year by verification process is considered completed. This policy completing the Renewal FAFSA. The Renewal FAFSA ensures that the information provided on the Student Aid should be completed as soon after October 1 as possible. Report to our office and your aid eligibility determination The application may be accessed online at fafsa.ed.gov. is correct before any funds are disbursed to you. The university’s priority financial aid application deadline Returning students will not receive their financial aid is January 15. Returning students renewing their TAG award notification until verification has been completed. award must complete their Renewal FAFSA before April 15 each year. Verification Completion: The verification process will be considered complete once the following have Renewal grants are based on the timeliness of the been accomplished: application, availability of funds, financial need, and the student having made satisfactory academic progress 1. The Office of Financial Aid has received the according to the university’s financial aid policy. Renewal completed Verification Form along with copies of of certain GCU scholarships and awards is subject to the student’s (and spouse’s if married) Federal maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA or campus Tax transcripts, and the Federal Tax transcripts residency. Renewal of athletic awards is subject to for the student’s parents (if parent data was receiving and signing an athletic award. All GCU required on the FAFSA) for the tax year used on scholarships, awards, and grants are subject to the FAFSA. adjustment due to changes in enrollment status, expected family contribution, or receipt of additional financial aid. 2. Copies of any other documents requested have been submitted to the GCU Office of Financial Aid. 3. The Office of Financial Aid has compared the federal processor results with the documents requested. 4. If verification reveals that data provided to the FEDERAL TITLE IV REFUND POLICY federal processor is accurate, verification is Georgian Court University is required to determine a considered complete and awards will be finalized. student’s earned and unearned federal student aid If verification reveals that data provided to the federal (Title IV) funds as of the date the student withdraws or processor is incorrect, the Office of Financial Aid will ceases attendance based on the amount of time the electronically correct data with the federal processor and student spent in attendance. The calculation of funds the student will receive notification of the corrections, either earned by the student has no relationship to the student’s by mail or e-mail, from the federal processor. If a financial incurred institutional charges. aid offer has been extended to a first-time student, the Up through the 60% point in each period of enrollment, a pro award may be revised based on these corrections. rata schedule is used to determine the amount of federal student aid (Title IV) funds the student has earned at the time of withdrawal. The university must refund the actual percentage of unearned federal financial aid up to the date of

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 59 withdrawal. After the 60% point in the period of enrollment, a student has earned 100% of the federal student aid funds awarded for that period and all federal student aid (Title IV) funds will remain on the student’s account. FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS Order of return of Title IV funds FEDERAL PELL GRANT 1. Unsubsidized Direct Loans (other than Direct A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be PLUS Loans) repaid. Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate 2. Subsidized Direct Loans students who have not earned a bachelor’s or a 3. Federal Perkins Loans professional degree. (In some cases a student enrolled in 4. Direct PLUS Loans a post-baccalaureate teacher certification program might 5. Federal Pell Grants for which a return of funds receive a Pell Grant.) Pell Grants are considered a is required foundation of federal financial aid, to which aid from other federal and nonfederal sources might be added. 6. FSEOG for which a return of funds is required 7. TEACH Grants for which a return of funds is required FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL 8. Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant, for which a OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG) return of funds is required The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Warning: Federal refunds may result in a student owing (FSEOG) program is for undergraduates with exceptional an outstanding balance to the university. financial need. Pell Grant recipients with the lowest EFCs will be considered first for a FSEOG. Just like Pell Grants, the FSEOG does not have to be repaid.

FEDERAL TEACH GRANT MILITARY (TUITION ASSISTANCE [TA]) The federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides REFUND POLICY up to $4,000 per year in grants for graduate and Up to the 60% point in each period of enrollment, a pro undergraduate students who intend to teach full-time in rata schedule is used to determine the amount of funds high-need subject areas for at least four years at schools the student has earned at the time of withdrawal. that serve students from low-income families. Graduate Georgian Court University refunds the actual percentage students are also eligible for $4,000 per year ($8,000 of unearned aid up to the date of withdrawal. After the total). Students may receive up to $16,000 for 60% point in the period of enrollment, a student has undergraduate study and up to $8,000 for graduate study. earned 100% of the aid funds awarded for that period and Part-time students are eligible, but the maximum grant all aid funds will remain on the student’s account. In will be prorated based on enrollment. GCU freshmen are instances when a service member stops attending due to not eligible to apply for a TEACH Grant. a military service obligation, Georgian Court University Due to sequestration, award amounts for any TEACH Grant will work with the affected service member to identify that is first disbursed on or after October 1, 2015, and before solutions that will not result in student debt for the October 1, 2016, must be reduced by 6.8 percent from the returned portion. award amount for which a recipient would otherwise have been entitled. Any TEACH Grant that is first disbursed on or after October 1, 2016, and before October 1, 2017, must be reduced by 6.9 percent. For example: ILITARY UITION SSISTANCE  For any 2016–2017 TEACH Grant first disbursed M (T A [TA]) on or after October 1, 2015, and before October RETURN OF UNEARNED TA TO THE 1, 2016, the maximum award of $4,000 is reduced by 6.8 percent ($272), resulting in a GOVERNMENT POLICY maximum award of $3,728.  For any 2016–2017 TEACH Grant first disbursed Within the first week of classes: 100% returned on or after October 1, 2016, and before October Within the second week of classes: 100% returned 1, 2017, the maximum award of $4,000 is Within the third week of classes: 75% returned reduced by 6.9 percent ($276), resulting in a maximum award of $3,724. Within the fourth week of classes: 50% returned IMPORTANT: THIS IS A GRANT WITH A SERVICE Within the fifth week of classes: 25% returned REQUIREMENT. IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLETE THE After the fifth week of classes: 0% returned FOUR-YEAR TEACHING OBLIGATION YOU WILL HAVE TO REPAY THE GRANT WITH INTEREST!

60 | Georgian Court University To receive a federal TEACH Grant you must: four-year teaching obligation for each educational  Complete the Free Application for Federal program for which you received TEACH Grant funds, although you may work off multiple four-year obligations Student Aid (FAFSA) (although you do not have simultaneously under certain circumstances. Specific to demonstrate financial need to receive a federal definitions of these terms are included below. TEACH Grant).  Meet the eligibility requirements for federal FEDERAL WORK-STUDY student aid. Federal Work-Study (FWS) provides part-time jobs for  Be enrolled in a program of study designated as undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, TEACH Grant-eligible. Eligible programs are allowing them to earn money to help pay educational those that prepare a student to teach in a high expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the recipient’s course of study. need field such as Bilingual Education and The amount you earn can’t exceed your total FWS award. English Language Acquisition, Foreign When assigning work hours, your employer or financial Language, Mathematics, Reading Specialist, aid administrator will consider your award amount, your Science, Special Education in a school serving class schedule, and your academic progress. low-income students. WILLIAM D. FORD FEDERAL DIRECT  Meet one of the following academic STAFFORD LOANS achievement requirements -Score above the 75th percentile on a college The U.S. Department of Education administers the Direct admissions test (e.g. SAT, ACT, GRE, or Loan Program. -Graduate from high school with a cumulative How much can I borrow? GPA of at least 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale) to receive a It depends on your year in school and whether you have grant as a freshman, or a subsidized or unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan eligibility. A subsidized loan is awarded on the basis -Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 (on a of financial need. If you are eligible for a subsidized loan, 4.0 scale) on your college coursework to receive the government will pay (subsidize) the interest on your a grant for each subsequent term. loan while you are in school. Depending on your financial  Complete TEACH Grant counseling at the GCU need, you may borrow subsidized money for an amount Office of Financial Aid. up to the annual loan borrowing limit for your level of  Sign a TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve and study (see below). respond to requests by the U.S. Department of You might be able to borrow loan funds beyond your Education confirming your continuing intention to subsidized loan amount even if you don’t have meet the teaching obligation. demonstrated financial need. In that case, you would receive an unsubsidized loan. GCU will subtract the total TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve and Promise amount of your other financial aid from your cost of to Pay attendance to determine whether you are eligible for an unsubsidized loan. Unlike a subsidized loan, you are Each year you receive a federal TEACH Grant, you must responsible for the interest from the time the sign a TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve and Promise to unsubsidized loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. You Pay (service agreement) that is available electronically on can choose to pay the interest or allow it to accrue a Department of Education Web site: studentloans.gov. (accumulate) and be capitalized (added to the principal The TEACH Grant service agreement specifies the amount of your loan). Capitalizing the interest will conditions under which the grant will be awarded, the increase the amount you have to repay. teaching service requirements, and includes an You can receive a subsidized loan and an unsubsidized acknowledgment by you that you understand that if you do loan for the same enrollment period as long as you don’t not meet the teaching service requirements you must exceed the annual loan limits. repay the grant as a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan, with interest accrued from the date the grant funds were If you are a dependent undergraduate student, each first disbursed. year you can borrow a combination subsidized and unsubsidized loan up to: Teaching Obligation  For the 2017–2018 academic year: $5,500 if you To avoid repaying the federal TEACH Grant with interest are a first-year student enrolled in a program of you must be a highly-qualified, full-time teacher in a high- study that is at least a full academic year. need subject area for at least four years at a school  $6,500 if you have completed 30 credits of study serving low-income students. You must complete the four and the remainder of your program is at least a years of teaching within eight years of finishing the program for which you received the grant. You incur a full academic year. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 61  $7,500 if you’ve completed 60 credits of study NEW JERSEY STATE GRANT PROGRAMS and the remainder of your program is at least a full academic year. If you’re an independent Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) undergraduate student or a dependent student The Tuition Aid Grant is one of the nation’s largest whose parents have applied for but were unable financial aid programs. TAG may cover up to the cost of to get a PLUS Loan (a parent loan), each year tuition, and the amount of the individual grant varies based upon the student’s need, the cost of attendance, you can borrow up to the following amounts: and available funding. For the 2016–2017 academic year, If you’re an independent undergraduate student or a the New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) ranges from dependent student whose parents have applied for $1,996 to $12,438 to attend GCU. but were unable to get a PLUS Loan (a parent loan), Eligible Students each year you can borrow up to the following Students must be New Jersey residents for at least amounts: 12 consecutive months immediately prior to enrollment, a  For the 2017–2018 academic year: $9,500 if you U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, registered with the are a first-year student enrolled in a program of Selective Service (if required), and a full-time study that is at least a full academic year (no undergraduate at an approved New Jersey postsecondary institution. To qualify, applicants must more than $3,500 of this amount may be in demonstrate financial need and maintain satisfactory subsidized loans). academic progress. Students who have received a  $10,500 if you have completed your first year of bachelor’s degree are not eligible. study and the remainder of your program is at Applicants must file a FAFSA or renewal FAFSA by the least a full academic year (no more than $4,500 application deadline dates. The GCU priority deadline of this amount may be in subsidized loans). date is January 15. Renewal students must file by  $12,500 if you have completed 60 credits of study April 15 of the award year. New applicants must file by and the remainder of your program is at least a September 15 of the award year. The spring-only award full academic year (no more than $5,500 of this deadline is February 15. amount may be in subsidized loans). EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FUND (EOF) These amounts are the maximum yearly amounts you Students from educationally and economically can borrow in both subsidized and unsubsidized Direct disadvantaged backgrounds may be eligible to participate Loans, individually or in combination. Because you can’t in the New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund borrow more than your cost of attendance minus the Program. Awards at a private institution are $2,500 per amount of any Federal Pell Grant you are eligible for and year for undergraduate students. The EOF grant is minus any other financial aid you will receive, you may renewable annually based upon continued eligibility. receive less than these annual maximum amounts. Eligible Students PLUS LOANS (PARENT LOANS FOR Students must be New Jersey residents for at least UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS) 12 consecutive months immediately prior to enrollment, Parents can borrow a PLUS Loan to help pay your be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, be registered with educational expenses if you are a dependent the Selective Service (if required), and a full-time undergraduate student enrolled at least half time in an undergraduate at an approved New Jersey eligible program at an eligible school. PLUS Loans are postsecondary institution. Students must demonstrate available through the Federal Direct Education Loan financial need and a background of historical poverty. Program. Your parents can apply for a PLUS Loan for Attendance at a participating New Jersey institution and you during the same enrollment period. They also must maintaining satisfactory academic progress are required. have an acceptable credit history. Household income and household size are considered. Applicants must contact the campus director of EOF to How much can my parents borrow? apply for admission into the EOF program and complete The yearly limit on a PLUS Loan is equal to your cost of an EOF Questionnaire. attendance minus all other financial aid you receive. For example, if your cost of attendance is $6,000, for STUDENT TUITION ASSISTANCE REWARD example, and you receive $4,000 in other financial aid, SCHOLARSHIP II (NJ STARS II) your parents can borrow up to $2,000. The NJ STARS II program provides successful NJ STARS students at New Jersey county colleges with funding to transfer to a New Jersey four-year college/university to earn a bachelor’s degree.

62 | Georgian Court University The NJ STARS II award will be based on tuition only,  Students may receive an NJ STARS II award for except for Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) recipients who will up to four semesters, excluding summer sessions. receive NJ STARS II awards based on tuition and approved mandatory fees. The amount of the award will URBAN SCHOLARS AWARD be determined after all other state and federal grants and scholarships are applied to these charges, not to exceed High-achieving students attending public secondary $1,250 per semester for the 2017–2018 academic year. schools in the state’s urban and economically distressed areas (Type A and B school districts as defined by the Eligible Students New Jersey Department of Education) may be selected as a Distinguished Scholar under funding provided  Students must be NJ STARS recipients or non- through the Urban Scholars Program. Students who rank funded (tuition and approved fees fully covered in the top 10 percent of their class and have a grade point by other state and/or federal aid) during the average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 or equivalent semester of county college graduation. scale) at the end of their junior year are considered for  NJ STARS students must have graduated from a Urban Scholar awards. An Academic Index (AI) for each New Jersey county college with an associate’s of these students is computed based on class ranking and GPA, and offers are made to candidates with the degree and a GPA of 3.25 or higher. highest AI. Each participating Type A and B school  Family income (including taxable and untaxed receives a share of the total awards available based on income) must be less than $250,000. class size. Scholarships under the Urban Scholars  Students must be admitted to a New Jersey four- Program are offered without regard to financial need. For year institution that participates in the TAG the 2017–2018 academic year, the annual award is program. Note: NJ STARS eligibility does not $1,000. Please see the GCU Web site for the most up-to- guarantee admission to a New Jersey four-year date policy. college or university.  Students must begin NJ STARS II program participation no later than the second semester immediately following county college graduation. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC  Students must be enrolled in a full-time course of study (minimum 12 college-level credits) PROGRESS POLICY each semester. Georgian Court University is required by federal law  Students must apply for all forms of state and (34 CFR 668.34) to define and enforce standards of federal need-based grants and merit scholarships Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). All students and submit any requested documentation to receiving financial aid from federal, state and/or university sources must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress complete of verify application data within at Georgia Court University to establish and retain established state deadlines. eligibility for student financial aid. Enrolled students applying for financial aid for the first time must Renewal Eligibility demonstrate Satisfactory Academic Progress prior to  Students must attain a minimum cumulative GPA of applying for financial aid and must continue to meet 3.25 at the start of the third semester of study at the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. New Jersey four-year institution to maintain eligibility SAP is reviewed after fall, spring, and summer grades are for the third and fourth semesters. Summer courses posted. The student’s academic progress is measured are included in determining the GPA. using two components: Qualitative and Quantitative  Students must maintain continuous full-time Measures of Academic Progress. The first time a student does not meet the minimum requirements for the two enrollment as NJ STARS II recipients unless on a components, the student is placed on financial aid medical leave, approved by the four-year college warning for the subsequent semester and will be notified or university, due to the illness of the student, a of the warning via mail. Students failing to achieve member of the student’s immediate family, or a satisfactory status following their warning semester are family emergency. The only other exception to placed on financial aid suspension and notified by mail continuous full-time enrollment applies to NJ that their aid has been cancelled for subsequent terms. STARS II students called to partial or full Students may appeal their suspension of financial aid based on extenuating circumstances (i.e., student injury mobilization for state or federal active duty as a or illness, death of student’s relative, and/or other member of the National Guard or a Reserve circumstances resulting in undue hardship to student). component of the Armed Forces of the See the appeal process below. United States. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 63 Qualitative Measures of Academic Progress Hours completed do not include Unsatisfactory (U), Incomplete (INC), or W (Withdrawal) courses; however, The qualitative measure of academic progress is based these hours are included in hours attempted. on a grading scale of 0.00 to 4.00 and the students’ enrollment classification. If a grade other than U, INC, or W is received, courses that have been repeated will be counted for each enrollment as Undergraduate students attempting hours attempted as well as hours completed. 1–30 total credit-hours must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 1.80. 31–60 hours total credit-hours maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 1.90. 61 hours and above maintain a minimum cumulative REMEDIAL COURSEWORK grade point average of 2.00. If acceptance to a program has been confirmed, and the Graduate students must maintain a minimum cumulative remedial coursework is necessary to complete the grade point average of 3.0. program, students may receive financial assistance for 30 semester hours of remedial coursework. Students Incoming freshman, graduate, and transfer students are cannot receive financial assistance for remedial considered eligible for financial aid upon admission to coursework if their acceptance to a program is based on the university. the completion of the remedial work. Quantitative Measures of Academic Progress Students must successfully complete at least two-thirds (66%) of their attempted credit hours at Georgian Court University. The following table provides an example of the MAXIMUM TIME FRAME number of credits a full-time student must attempt and successfully complete each semester: Federal regulations specify that the maximum time frame during which a student is expected to finish an undergraduate program and receive Title IV funds may Undergraduate Graduate not exceed 150 percent of the published length of the program. Thus, an undergraduate is allowed a maximum

r of 180 credit hours to complete degree requirements. Unless the student can provide documentation of a graduation date of two semesters or less at the time of ttempted ttempted Credits Semeste A A Minimum Credits Complete Credits Minimum Credits Complete the appeal, federal financial assistance for undergraduate 1 12 8 9 6 work will not be extended beyond this time frame. Transfer students who are considered in good academic 2 24 16 18 12 standing from the previous schools attended will be eligible for federal Title IV funds. Transfer credits will also 3 36 24 27 18 be included in the maximum time frame. 4 48 32 36 24 Students who leave GCU while not maintaining SAP and 5 60 40 45 30 attend another institution may appeal for reinstatement of eligibility. These appeals will be reviewed on a case-by- 6 72 48 54 36 case basis and will be based on the number of hours taken and the GPA earned from the other institution. 7 84 56 63 42 Graduate students will be ineligible for aid if they do not meet their degree objectives after carrying the maximum 8 96 64 72 48 number of credit hours listed below (whether or not they 9 108 72 81 54 have received aid for all terms):

10 120 80 90 60

11 132 88 99 66

12 144 96 108 72

13 156 104

14 168 112

15 180 120

64 | Georgian Court University normally review the appeals provided within 14 days of Classification Total Attempted Ratio of submission. The committee may render one of the Hours Including Completed following decisions: Transfer Credit Hours to Attempted Decision Definitions: Hours Pending: Additional information is needed to render Undergraduate 180 credit hours 66% a decision. (Students working Financial Aid Warning: Student has one semester to on their first regain satisfactory academic progress (SAP). baccalaureate degree) Financial Aid Probation: Student may continue to receive student financial aid for one semester. Student must have Graduate & 100 hours beyond 66% the minimum credits and required GPA at the conclusion of Professional bachelor’s degree the next semester as determined by the committee. Continued Suspension: Student’s financial aid will be suspended until the student regains satisfactory standing at the student’s expense. APPEAL PROCESS Step 3: The Office of Financial Aid will communicate the committee’s decision to the student via regular and/or e-mail. Financial Aid Suspension Notification The GCU Office of Financial Aid reviews satisfactory academic progress for each student at the end of each term. If the student is not making satisfactory academic progress, DJUSTMENT OF INANCIAL ID notification is sent by mail informing the student of their A F A noncompliance. A student may apply for financial aid All financial aid awards from Georgian Court University are reinstatement by submitting a satisfactory academic based upon information provided by the applicant and are progress appeal. The satisfactory academic progress subject to revisions and/or cancellations due to changes in appeal allows the student to explain extenuating or federal, state, or institutional regulations or policies; unforeseeable circumstances that may have hindered the changes to the applicant’s expected family contribution; student’s academic progress. Appeals based on extenuating receipt of additional financial aid; receipt of VA educational circumstances (i.e., student injury or illness, death of benefits; or an error made in the calculation of eligibility or student’s relative, and/or other circumstances resulting in calculation of any award by the university or donor. undue hardship to student) should be accompanied by Georgian Court University reserves the right to correct documentation of the extenuating circumstances and a clerical or computational errors that may result in an over description of what has changed that will allow the student to award or under award or to adjust a financial aid award. make SAP. Financial aid awards will be adjusted for changes in Step 1: Student must begin the financial aid enrollment status. New Jersey TAG awards are not made reinstatement process by downloading the Financial Aid to part-time students. The student is responsible for any Appeal form from the Office of Financial Aid Web page. balance created due to a change in the student’s award. Appeals based on extenuating circumstances (i.e., student injury or illness (on the physician’s letterhead), death of student’s relative, and/or other circumstances resulting in undue hardship to student) should be accompanied by documentation. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES See Appeal Form for exact guidelines. • Submit all application documents on time. Students indicating that stress or depression was the • Submit all required documents for verification, cause of their satisfactory academic progress not if selected. being met must provide medical documentation on • Provide correct and complete information. the physician’s letterhead and signed by the • Inform the Office of Financial Aid if you receive physician. financial aid that is not listed on your financial aid Appeal Forms should be received by the Office of award letter. Financial Aid within 14 days from the day you receive • Inform the Office of Financial Aid of any change in your Satisfactory Progress letter or by the end of the your address. current semester, whichever comes first. Appeals • Inform your student loan lender of any change in submitted later than these dates may be denied. your address. Step 2: The Financial Aid Review Committee will • Complete a Loan Entrance Interview if you are a first- Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 65 time borrower at GCU. Anne White Mullane Scholarship • Complete a Loan Exit Interview upon graduation A one-time award in the amount of $2,500 which will be or withdrawal. applied toward senior year is available to a female student • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid completing her junior year majoring in a foreign language. The recipient must have a strong academic record, excellent (FAFSA) each year. leadership skills, and at least moderate financial need. • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress. Buckelew Family Endowed Scholarship • Repay your educational loans after graduation or An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 available after ceasing to be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours to a student in good academic standing with proven per semester. financial need. • For named scholarships and awards, write a thank- Carol Mastronardi Mastoloni Endowed Scholarship you letter to the donor(s) and attend the annual An award in the amount of $1,000–$2,500 each available Scholarship Brunch. to undergraduate students in good academic standing seeking certification in Education along with a major in The Office of Financial aid complies with the Family another area. Preferably the student shall have a proven Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) by financial need. protecting the confidentiality of all disclosed information. Carolyn Theresa Hassmiller Memorial Scholarship Georgian Court University administers federal, state, and An award in the amount of $2,000–$2,500 available to a institutional aid to all eligible students without regard to female student, preferably one who plays on the gender, race, color, handicap, age, and national or basketball team of Georgian Court University. ethnic origin. Catherine Anne Comiskey Class of 1969 Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $4,000–$4,500 available to an undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 and SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS with proven financial need. Charlotte W. Newcombe Endowed Scholarship Georgian Court University and its students are fortunate to (separate application required) benefit from the generosity of many individuals and An award in the amount of $3,000–$5,000 each available organizations. Scholarships and awards are funded through to female students who are at least 25 years of age, are generous gifts from donors. Eligibility is determined on the enrolled full- or part-time in a baccalaureate/second basis of academic performance, and, in some cases, baccalaureate/or postbaccalaureate program, and have financial need. Visit georgian.edu/scholarships for more attained junior status. Academic achievement based on information, a listing of available scholarships, or to apply for GPA may also be considered. a donor-funded scholarship. Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship Note: Dates and funding amounts are subject to change (separate application required) without notice. An award in the amount of $2,000–$4,000 each available Albert Machuta Endowed Scholarship to female students who are at least 25 years of age, are A merit based award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 enrolled full- or part-time in a baccalaureate/second available to an incoming freshman with proven baccalaureate/or postbaccalaureate program, and have financial need. attained junior status. Academic achievement based on Allison Sobieski Beaudoin Scholarship GPA may also be considered. A merit based award in the amount of $1,500–$2,000 Class of 1960 Endowed Scholarship available to an incoming freshman with proven financial An award in the amount $4,000–$5,000 available to a full- need. It is preferred that the recipient be of Polish descent. time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 and with proven financial need. Preference will be given Amy Joseph Habib ’60 Endowed Scholarship to resident students. An award in the amount of $4,500 available to a student(s) living regionally but outside of three hours Class of 1966 Endowed Scholarship traveling distance from the university, including An award in the amount of $6,000–$7,000 available to a Washington, D.C.; Maryland; Massachusetts; and full-time undergraduate student with a GPA of at least 3.50 Virginia, and the following counties in New York: who has completed 24 college credits and/or has attained Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, sophomore status or higher with proven financial need. Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, and Monroe. Claudia McCormack-Sibree Endowed Scholarship Anne E. Davis-Smith Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,500–$2,000 annually and renewable for four years available to a full-time An award in the amount of $4,000 each available to undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 students in good academic standing. majoring in art, music, or history.

66 | Georgian Court University Croddick Family Endowed Scholarship Eleanor M. Weisbrod Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $5,000–$6,000 available to a An award (up to full tuition) available to female, full-time, full-time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of resident, Catholic students with proven financial need 3.00 and with proven financial need. who are majoring in mathematics. The recipients shall Cynthia Fava Palermo Scholarship have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. An award in the amount of $5,000–$6,000 available to full- Ellen Mullane Gallagher Scholarship time incoming freshman majoring in art. The recipients (separate application required; information available must have a GPA of 3.0 with proven financial need. by contacting [email protected]) Daisey-Coakley Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $10,000 available to a female, An award available in the amount of $5,000–$6,000 to a incoming freshman planning to live on campus. She must full-time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of major in special education or seek certification in 3.00 majoring in biology, physics, chemistry, education, along with a major in another area. Student biochemistry, computer science, or mathematics. recipient must possess ambition with leadership skills and David J. Davis Jr. Endowed Scholarship have proven financial need. The recipient must have a A merit-based award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 GPA of 3.50. each available to students majoring in business. Gail Judge Class of 1957 Memorial Scholarship Delores Parron Undergraduate Scholarship An award in the amount of $4,000–$5,000 available to a An award available to incoming freshman, minority, and full-time, undergraduate student majoring in English with female graduates of accredited High Schools who are in great potential in writing. The recipient must have a the top 10% of their high school class. Recipients should minimum GPA of 3.00. have a minimum combined SAT score of 1,000. Georgiana Shea Huisking Class of 1938 Dorothy Jamin Marron Class of 1936 Endowed Scholarship Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $4,000–$ 4,500 available to an Awards in the amount of $4,000–$10,000 each available undergraduate student with proven financial need. to undergraduate students with a minimum GPA of 3.00 Gertrude Turner Mahon Class of 1935 Scholarship and proven financial need. An award in the amount $2,000–$2,500 each available to Douglas C. King Endowed Scholarship students in good academic standing with proven An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,500 available to a financial need. full-time undergraduate Criminal Justice major with Harry and Jean M. Ruffer Endowed Scholarship proven financial need, who is in good academic standing. An award in the amount of $2,000 available to all students. Dr. Francis Gimble Nursing Scholarship Henry B. King Scholarship An award in the amount of $2,000–$2,500 available to a An award $1,000–$1,500 available to an undergraduate full-time student with a minimum GPA of 3.25 majoring in student in the School of Business and Digital Media. The nursing with proven financial need. recipient should be in good academic standing with Dr. Gloria E. Fried Memorial Endowed Scholarship proven financial need. An award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 available to an Hirair and Anna Hovnanian Foundation Scholarship undergraduate student majoring in nursing, social work, An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 each available to or holistic health. The recipient must have a minimum three full-time, preferably of Armenian descent. The recipients GPA of 3.5 and proven financial need. must have a GPA of 2.50 with proven financial need. Dr. Leon Kotin Memorial Scholarship Fund Independent College Fund of New Jersey An award in the amount of $1,400 available to a full-time Scholarships (separate applications required) junior student majoring in mathematics. The recipient The Independent College Fund of New Jersey is should be entering their senior year to be considered. The accepting applications for the scholarships on a regular student must show improvements in math from their basis. Please visit njcolleges.org/icfnj/about-icfnj/icfnj- freshman to junior year. student-scholarship-information for more information on Dr. Richard Hader Memorial Nursing Scholarship currently available scholarships. Some of the An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a full-time scholarships that have been awarded through the nursing student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 with proven Independent College Fund of New Jersey include: financial need. C.R. Bard Foundation Nursing Scholarship Education Excellence Scholarship Birdsall Services Group Scholarship for Engineering An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a student and Environmental Science who is majoring in education with a minimum GPA of 3.00 and who is a member of Phi Delta Kappa. Lime Energy Scholarship for Science, Technology, engineering and Math Majors

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 67 Martin R. Sullivan/PricewaterhouseCoopers Mary Jane Kenny Annual Scholarship Fund Scholarship for Accounting Majors An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 each, available Novo Nordisk Scholars Program for students pursuing to full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.00 and a career in the health care industry proven financial need. Preference may be given to students who are involved in extra-curricular activities and PNC Barry Gilman Humanitarian Scholarship clubs, including clubs on campus. The scholarship is John and Marion Reynolds Memorial Scholarship Fund renewable as long as the student continues to meet all An award in the amount of $7,000–$8,000 each available to the established criteria. worthy young female students who would normally be unable Mary Loretto Snite Dillon Scholarship to obtain a university education without financial assistance. An award in the amount of $6,000–$6,500 each, available Joseph and Helen Weisbrod Endowed Scholarship to part-time transfer students of high academic standing An award in the amount of $3,000–$10,000 each, 25 years or older carrying less than 12 credits per available to undergraduate students in the field of semester and attending classes in the evening. education in good academic standing with proven Recipients should have proven financial need. The financial need. recipients should be nontraditional students, meaning they are not entering GCU immediately after high school. Joseph and Mary Carr Scholarship for a Mature Woman Student Maryann Greco Zarrelli Memorial Scholarship An award in the amount of $2,500 available to a full-time An award In the amount of $700-$800 available to a female student majoring in education in her junior year. student in good academic standing with proven financial Recipient must have maintained a minimum 3.25 GPA. need who is majoring in a foreign language. The recipient should be married and over 30 years of age Military Veterans Scholarship Fund with a child or children. An award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 given to an Joseph T. McGovern Scholarship undergraduate student who is a veteran, honorably An award in the amount of $5,500–$6,000 available to a discharged from the armed services, in possession of an student with proven financial need. official certified DD214. Special preference will be granted to a veteran wounded during their service. Josephine Anna Bennett Endowed Scholarship An award available in the amount of $2,000–$9,000 each Monmouth-Ocean Development Council Education available to a full-time female undergraduate student who Foundation Scholarship is the daughter of immigrant parents or a foreign student An award in the amount of $500–$1,000 available to a with temporary or permanent residency in the United full-time student who is a resident of Monmouth or Ocean States. Recipients should be a resident students with County. The recipient must have attended high school in proven financial need who could not attend the university Ocean County or Monmouth County and have a minimum without the scholarship. Recipients should be a first GPA of 3.00. generational college student who is community service Monsignor Casimir H. Ladzinski Scholarship oriented and with a GPA of 3.00. An award in the amount of $1,000 available to one Catholic Marguerite McCarty Fund man and one Catholic woman from the Diocese of Trenton. An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 available to an Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.00. undergraduate or graduate student majoring in art. Mother Marie Anna Callahan ’12 Endowed Scholarship Mary Casey Nebus Ph.D. Grant An award in the amount of $2,000–$3,000 available to (Letter of recommendation required) full-time undergraduate students with a minimum An award in the amount of $300 each available to female cumulative GPA of 3.0 and who have demonstrated students, who are entering their junior or senior year or a financial need. graduate program; must be a STEM or nursing students. Mother Teresa Scholarship The recipients must have a GPA of at least 3.40 for at least An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a female three years or 3.50 during their fourth year. They must be continuing or transfer student who is 25 years or older and 30 years of age and demonstrate leadership and character entering her senior year at Georgian Court University. abilities, while demonstrating community service. Recipient should be pursuing a degree in nursing, social work Mary E. O’Brien Endowed Scholarship or education have a GPA of 3.50 and proven financial need. An award in the amount of $4,000–$5,000 each available Nai-hsuan Chang and Kwan Ting Shen Scholarship to students in good academic standing majoring in art. Awards in the amounts of $1,000–$1,500 available each, Mary Gundrum Class of 1925 Endowed Scholarship to full-time undergraduate students in good academic An award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 each, available standing and with proven financial need. One award will to a full-time undergraduate students with a minimum be available to a student majoring in art; one to a student GPA of 3.00 and proven financial need. majoring in biology, physics, chemistry, or biochemistry. Recipient shall maintain a minimum 3.00 GPA.

68 | Georgian Court University Nettie and Abraham Levine Award Pearl O. Wilson Memorial Scholarship Awards of $550 renewable annually available to two An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a full-time undergraduate students who are the first generation in his student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 with proven financial or her family to attend college. Recipients should be need. Recipient must demonstrate strong Christian majoring in psychology and have proven financial need. values and commitment to helping in their communities. NJ Association of Public Accountants Pedro Canabal Endowed Scholarship Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,000–$1,500 available to a An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 available to a full-time undergraduate student seeking certification in full-time undergraduate student majoring in accounting. ESL along with a major in another area. The recipient Recipient shall have a minimum GPA of 3.00 and proven should have a minimum GPA of 3.00 and demonstrate financial need. proven financial need. OceanFirst Foundation Scholarship Peter DeLaurentis Perpetual Scholarship (separate application required) An award in the amount of $2,000–$5,000 available to a This scholarship is available to incoming full-time student with proven financial need freshman, graduating from a high school within the Robert Sydney Needham Memorial Scholarship OceanFirst Bank market area. The recipient must An award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 each currently reside in the OceanFirst Bank market area and available to full-time students with a minimum GPA of have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 at the time of 3.00, proven financial need and entering their junior application for admission and must provide a copy of their year. Recipients should be a graduate of a New Jersey high school transcript. high school and actively involved in community service Ocean County Women’s Association and campus leadership. Nursing Scholarship Rose M. Ortiz Lopez Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $8,000–$9,000 is available to An award in the amount of $1,500–$2,000 available to a a female undergraduate student re-entering post- female undergraduate student of Hispanic/Latino or secondary education after a period of time off. Recipient Portuguese descent with proven financial need. Recipient should be an undergraduate student enrolled in the must have a minimum GPA of 2.00. Funds can be applied nursing program who is a resident of Ocean County with toward tuition, fees, books, or room and board. a GPA of 2.0 or greater with proven financial need. Sister Edwarda Barry Scholarship Ocean County Women’s Association An award in the amount of $1,000–$1,500 available to a General Scholarship new student of GCU majoring in social work or religious An award in the amount of $8,000–$9,000 available to a studies, with an emphasis on experiential learning through full-time undergraduate female student with proven global travel. The recipient must have a GPA of 3.50. financial need who is a resident of Ocean County. The recipient must be re-entering post-secondary education Sister Eileen Loehfelm ’74 Endowed Scholarship after a period of time off. Therefore, the recipient will need An award in the amount of $1,000–$5,000 each available to be a nontraditional student, meaning he or she is not to full-time undergraduate students with a minimum GPA entering GCU immediately after high school. of 3.00 with proven financial need. Paderon Family Scholarship Sister Maria Cordis Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,000–$1,500 available to a An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a full-time full-time undergraduate female student with a minimum senior student majoring in English. Recipient must GPA of 3.00 in good academic standing. The award can demonstrate high achievement in his or her English courses. be applied toward tuition, fees, books, or room and board. Sister Mary Joseph Cunningham Memorial Scholarship Patricia Ann Warfel Memorial Scholarship An award in the amount of $4,000–$4,500 available to a An award in the amount of $3,500–$4,000 available to a student with proven financial need. student pursuing a degree in nursing who is currently Sister Mary Phyllis Breimayer Scholarship working or volunteering with children or adults dealing An award available in the amount of $1,000–$1,500 to a full- with emotional and/or behavioral issues. Recipient should time student majoring in art with a minimum GPA of 3.25. have proven financial need and a minimum GPA of 3.00. Sister Rosemary E. Jeffries, Ph.D., ’72 Scholarship Patrick J. Gavan Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,500–$3,000 available to An award in the amount of $4,500–$5,000 available to an students who demonstrate financial need, and are able to incoming freshman student with proven financial need articulate their commitment to the Georgian Court and a minimum GPA of 3.00. University Mercy core values of respect, integrity, service, Paul DeLaurentis Perpetual Scholarship justice, and compassion. An award in the amount of $2,000–$5,000 available to a student with proven financial need.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 69 Sister Rosemary E. Jeffries, Ph.D., ’72 International Studies Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,500–$2,000 available to a student who demonstrates financial need, is able to articulate their commitment to the Georgian Court University Mercy core values of respect, integrity, service, justice and compassion, and who is participating in an international studies program, travel, or service project at GCU. Sisters of Mercy Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $2,000 - $ 2,500 available to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in global education or international studies with excellent academic standing. The recipient must have a GPA of 3.00 with proven financial need. Sr. Barbara Williams Scholarship An award in the amount of $1,000 available to a student in their senior year who requires great financial aid in order to graduate on time. Sr. Patricia Burns Scholarship An award in the amount of $200–$400 each available to two students who are majoring in biology, pre-med, chemistry, biochemistry, computer science, math, or art. The recipients must have a GPA of 2.5 with proven financial need. Suzanne Sharkey Valla Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $2,500–$3,500 available to a full-time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.00 with proven financial need. Funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, books, or room and board. The Eugenia M. Palmegiano, Ph.D., ’60 Endowed Scholarship for History A merit based award given to a student with a minimum GPA of 3.50 with proven financial need. The scholarship will be given to a student with a declared major in the field of history who is entering their senior year, and is intending to pursue graduate study in the field of history. Thebault Family Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $3,000–$3,500 available to a full- time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 2.50 who is an out-of-state resident (Non-NJ). Preference will be given to students who are pursuing a degree in music and art. Thomas J. O’Brien Endowed Scholarship An award in the amount of $4,000–$4,500 each, available to students majoring in art who are in good academic standing. Veronica Gordon Spohn Class of 1966 Perpetual Endowed Scholarship Awards in the amount of $2,500 each available to junior or senior students majoring in science (preferably chemistry or science education) who demonstrates leadership abilities and good character. Recipients should maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00. William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship Awards in the amount of $2,500–$3,000 each available to economically disadvantaged students who intend to permanently reside in the United States after completion of their studies.

70 | Georgian Court University *Students must make an appointment with the director VI: CAMPUS LIFE each semester to discuss accommodations and obtain new notices for professors. This should take place before the semester begins or within the first two weeks of each semester. Documentation must be: ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT &  from within the past three years, SUPPORT CENTER  relevant to requested accommodations, and  prepared by a medical or other licensed The Academic Development and Support Center (ADSC) is located on the lower level of the Sister Mary Joseph professional who is qualified to assess the Cunningham Library and provides a variety of services student’s disability. that assist undergraduate students in succeeding at the Please Note: An IEP is not sufficient documentation for a college level. These include supplemental instruction, learning disability. A current educational and disability services, and testing accommodations, The psychological evaluation must be provided. Learning Connection (TLC) program, and Performance Assistance through Coaching and Tutoring (PACT). Testing Accommodations The ADSC can be reached at 732.987.2363. Students who receive testing accommodations may request to take exams in the ADSC (please call for Disabilities Services procedure and scheduling of exams).

Georgian Court provides accommodations to students The Learning Connection (TLC) Program with documented disabilities (physical, psychological, learning, ASD etc.) in accordance with Section 504 of the TLC is a fee-based, formally structured program for Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with students who desire support beyond their ADA Disabilities Act of 1990. Students must contact (ADSC) to accommodations. It is designed to assist undergraduate schedule appointments for accommodation requests or to students with learning disabilities or other conditions that discuss matters of concern. may impact their academic performance. The goal of TLC is to optimize academic, personal, and life skills for Students with disabilities may request to bring service persistence to graduation. The Learning Connection animals or emotional support animals to campus and program is committed to working with students in a request that they reside in their residence hall room. confidential and nurturing environment, while fostering According to Titles II and III of the ADA, public colleges independence and self-advocacy. and private colleges that are “places of public accommodation” must modify their policies and practices TLC offers: to accommodate the use of a service animal by a person  two hours weekly of professional one-on-one with a disability. The Department of Justice, which scheduled tutoring/coaching sessions with an enforces Titles II and III of the ADA, defines a service academic development specialist; animal as “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a  coaching in organizational, time management, disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, study skills, as well as testing strategies; intellectual, or other mental disability” (28 C.F.R. 35.104).  personal and transitional support; Emotional support animals are not included within the  evaluation of student progress through tracking of definition of service animal. Section 504 also requires grades and assignments; and recipients of federal funds to permit “dog guides” in  workshops and events for socialization purposes. campus buildings (34 C.F.R 104.44(b)). Procedures for Requesting Accommodations* To enroll in TLC:  Students must submit documentation of a  Students must first be accepted to Georgian disability to the Office of Disabilities in the ADSC Court University. in order to receive accommodations.  Students must submit documentation of a  An appointment must be made with the learning disability or other condition that impacts director of the ADSC to discuss student needs academic performance. and appropriate accommodations supported  An interview with the director is required. by documentation. Georgian Court University does not discriminate on  All 504 Plans stating necessary accommodations the basis of race, gender, age, religion, national are completed and submitted to the professors by origin, sexual orientation, or disability in any of its the students. programs or activities. Services are provided in

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 71 accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act • empower them to achieve academically and athletically and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). and enhance their leadership skills so that they enjoy Performance Assistance through Coaching & success both in and beyond their athletic experience. Tutoring (PACT) Georgian Court offers historically competitive PACT is a mandatory program of support for first-year intercollegiate competition in these NCAA Division II students based on application and supplemental data. sports: men’s and women’s basketball, cross-country, Students invited to PACT must fulfill PACT requirements lacrosse, soccer, indoor and outdoor track and field, and for one academic year (August to May). Students in the women’s softball and volleyball. The athletics program is PACT program will be required to attend a total of two a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association hours per week, including: (NCAA) Division II and the Central Atlantic Collegiate • one hour per week of professional coaching; Conference (CACC). GCU Athletics compete in the university’s Wellness Center and surrounding fields and • one hour per week of either Writing Center, Math courts. Admission to all athletic contests is free with a Lounge, or supplemental instruction/peer tutoring; and current GCU ID card. • workshops and events, as required. Recreation & Intramurals Students with a GPA below 2.0 will meet with the Academic Standards Committee at the end of the first The GCU recreation and intramurals program seeks to semester to determine if they may continue at GCU, based promote good mental and physical health, as well as on attendance for PACT sessions and other criteria. improved personal wellness and social interactions throughout the GCU community by encompassing a See Section II of this catalog for more information about variety of activities for participation. The program is PACT. designed to create an atmosphere that encourages individuals to develop a lifelong pattern of wellness through Supplemental Instruction positive recreational activities regardless of skill level. Supplemental instruction is academic support that is Offerings have included intramural bowling, can jam, provided by students who have taken a course and have soccer and basketball. Noncompetitive activities have obtained a B+ or higher in the course for which they will included diverse opportunities for wellness work outs in be supplemental instructors (SI). They must have sessions that may include Zumba, yoga, cardio boot achieved 30 college credits and have a cumulative GPA camp, hip-hop dancing, martial arts/self-defense, pool of at least 3.0. The SI will attend all course lectures and hour, water aerobics, and court tennis. A state-of-the-art offer two weekly group tutoring sessions to accommodate fitness center is available for use by all students with a students in the course. For classes that do not have current ID. supplementary instruction, appointment-based peer tutoring will be available. The athletics and recreation offices are located in the Wellness Center. Telephone: 732.987.2683. For supplemental instruction, please call 732.987.2787/2788.

CAMPUS MINISTRY ATHLETIC & RECREATION PROGRAM The Office of Campus Ministry is located on the first floor of Mercy Hall. The office supports the spiritual growth of Athletics all members of the university community. Our vision of Located in the Wellness Center, the GCU intercollegiate ministry calls us to: athletics program seeks to develop individuals of integrity • Gather a vibrant faith community for worship, prayer, and character who exhibit a passion for excellence in and reflection. academics and athletics and are leaders among their • Celebrate the Catholic Christian faith of our sponsors, peers and in their communities. the Sisters of Mercy. Our goal is to: • Cultivate faith-filled leaders who have the capacity to • provide each student-athlete with a competitive change the world for the better. intercollegiate experience that exemplifies • Animate the GCU community to live our Mercy sportsmanship, ethics and teamwork; identity through compassionate service and advocacy • challenge their physical, intellectual, emotional, of justice. and spiritual growth in a way that encompasses Campus ministry’s staff is dedicated to serving the entire the Mercy core values of justice, respect, integrity, academic community including students, faculty, and staff service, and compassion; 72 | Georgian Court University as well as GCU offices, departments, and other campus organizations. The chaplain and campus ministers are available to confidentially discuss personal, religious, and moral concerns. The office collaboratively plans and COMMUTING coordinates a wide range of spiritual programs such as Commuting students are an integral part of the Georgian retreats, interfaith experiences, service projects, social Court community. They have the use of the justice programs, and social activities. All faiths are library/student lounge complex; fitness center; the Lion’s welcome and encouraged to participate. Den; the Health Center; the Counseling Center; the Office The Office of Campus Ministry also provides for the of Career Services, Corporate Engagement, and sacramental life of the community. Eucharistic liturgies Continuing Education; the Office of Campus Ministry; the are celebrated Monday through Thursday at 12:05 PM Office of Student Activities; and the Academic and on Sunday evenings at 5:00 PM when classes are in Development and Support Center, among others. They session. Provision is made for the Sacrament of are invited to all special dinners and receptions. It is in Reconciliation, the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for their interest to attend university functions in the evenings Adults), and Confirmation. The office coordinates and afternoons and to participate as fully as possible in arrangements for the weddings of students and alumni the life of the university. desiring use of the chapel.

COUNSELING CENTER CAREER SERVICES, The college experience often represents a time of CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT & transition for traditional and nontraditional students. These transitions can be both exciting and challenging for CONTINUING EDUCATION many reasons. The Counseling Center, located on the second floor of the Casino, offers a wide variety of The Office of Career Services, Corporate Engagement, services that are free of charge to students. These and Continuing Education, located in the Music Center on services are geared toward facilitating adjustment and Lakewood and Fifth Street, offers a range of career personal growth in an effort to enrich the students’ college services to the Georgian Court community. It assists experience, enhance students’ relationships with self and students in maximizing their potential by helping them to others, and encourage persistence in students’ academic identify and explore career opportunities and to design endeavors. The Counseling Center provides confidential action plans to achieve their academic and professional individual and group therapy; performs screenings for goals. The office provides a wide range of personalized depression and anxiety; and offers workshops focused on services to help students design a satisfying career/life a variety of topics, including stress management, test strategy and offers tactical assistance to implement it. anxiety, procrastination, and healthy relationships. The Services include: Counseling Center is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services. • one-on-one career coaching; • career assessment tools; The Counseling Center also sponsors the Veterans • résumé assistance; Resource Project. The Veterans Resource Project is committed to providing high quality leadership and • interview tips and tools; support for veterans and service members on campus. • an online job posting system, GCU Link; Our mission is to facilitate the academic, social, • the Career Services Blackboard Organization with intellectual, and psychological growth of GCU veteran useful job search resources; and students, service members and their dependents. The • a variety of career workshops, networking events, and Veterans Lounge, located on the second floor of the opportunities to meet with employers. Casino, adjacent to the Counseling Center, is open to all veteran students as a place to study, relax, and network Students are encouraged to meet with a career coach to with other veterans. discuss their needs.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 73 These include: • approved study and service abroad programs, DEAN OF STUDENTS • faculty exchanges and visiting professors, • hosting of international conferences and visitors, and The dean of students (Jeffries Hall, Room 102) serves as • COIL: Collaborative Online International Learning. an advocate for the GCU student, ensuring that the student voice is heard. As a key liaison between the students and All interested students are invited to participate in either a university administration, the dean of students works to short-term study or service experience abroad (one, two, develop open lines of communication and a healthy or three weeks) or a summer, a semester, or a year collegial environment among students and the abroad in an approved program after applying and administrative staff. Serving as the chief judicial officer as it discussing their options with the director of global relates to student issues, the dean of Students also education programs. develops and facilitates the Student Code of Conduct The director of global education programs provides along with the policies and procedures that govern student direction for selecting culturally rich and academically conduct. The dean of students is also the chief student sound international experiences, and initiates the university affairs officer at GCU, managing the following offices: approval process for study and service abroad programs. Counseling Services, Health Services, Residence Life, Visit georgian.edu/global-education for more information. Student Life, Student Activities, and Leadership and Engagement. The Division of Student Affairs creates a Enrollment in a program of study abroad approved for campus environment where the GCU student is fully credit by GCU may be considered enrollment at GCU for engaged both inside and outside of the classroom. the purpose of applying for assistance under Title IV, HEA programs. Students may use State of New Jersey Students are encouraged to stop by the Office of the forms of financial aid for some study abroad programs. Dean of Students when they have questions and are not sure where to find the answers. In the Office of the Dean of Students, the student experience is valued above all else. We are here to serve. HEALTH SERVICES Confidential medical care is provided to all Georgian Court students, regardless of insurance coverage, with DISABILITIES SERVICES (SEE ACADEMIC special attention to those problems frequently DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT CENTER) encountered in a college-age population. Medical care includes treatment of minor illnesses and conditions, interim care of those with chronic illnesses, first aid, and care of minor injuries. Additionally, immunizations required by state law are provided at a discounted rate. GLOBAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS The Health Center is staffed with registered nurses and a part-time physician. Appointments are not required, but Under the direction of the provost, the Office of Global are recommended for doctor visits. Students with more Education Programs advances the university’s mission to serious medical problems are referred to specialists, educate and empower our students in diverse local and hospitals, and other appropriate agencies. global communities by opening up the world of international Health counseling, screenings, and wellness programs learning. The Office of Global Education provides students throughout the year promote health education and with academic and experiential international learning and disease prevention. service opportunities, designed to deepen intercultural understanding, increase multicultural competence, and Georgian Court University does not offer a student health create community across borders. insurance plan. The Federal Patient Protection and Affordability Care Act-PPACA (Obamacare) requires that Global education programs are designed to help students all citizens must have health insurance coverage through a develop a deeper understanding of other cultures and PPACA compliant plan or they will be subject to tax fines. their own values and culture, become aware of critical concerns that affect the world, participate in the dialogue The federal government has established health insurance on global issues, appreciate diversity, heighten critical exchanges that allow all families and Individuals to thinking skills, become civically engaged, and become compare coverages and related costs among a variety of self-directed scholars and global citizens. The Office of insurance companies. The PPACA also requires Global Education Programs strives to achieve its goals employer plans to continue to provide dependent through diverse programs and initiatives. coverage to their employee’s dependents until the age of

74 | Georgian Court University 26. Medicaid eligibility has been expanded in many states an integral part of what it means to live in community at including New Jersey. Students NEED to determine if GCU. Consequently, both staff and residents work together they are eligible for dependent coverage under their to ensure a high standard of community living by taking an parent’s health insurance plan and/or access the health active role in being responsible and accountable for shaping Insurance exchange in their state. Students are and fostering a positive living and learning environment. encouraged to visit healthcare.gov to learn about health Residence facilities are available for all full-time insurance options. However, due to the anticipated undergraduate matriculating students (registered for at change(s) in the Federal Patient Protection and least 12 credits per semester). Residential life is an Affordability Care Act (Obamacare), the above integral part of the Georgian Court educational program; information may change. It is advisable to contact the students have the opportunity to engage with other Office of Health Services if you have any questions students from various regions of the United States and regarding health insurance. from other countries. Students participate in programming Students with health insurance are required to have their as well as community-building activities, discussion insurance cards readily available in case of sickness or groups, and club activities. The goal of residence life emergency. If you are a member of an HMO, please programming is multifaceted; we seek to bring residents check prior to your arrival on campus for a physician together to form a community, inspire passion, influence within your provider network. Medicaid insurance outside personal growth, and assist with academic and of the state of New Jersey cannot be accepted. professional success. In order to best achieve these However, all full-time international students are goals, we have created a cohort model, in which required to show proof of health insurance coverage residents live with others based upon their grade level. usable in the United States. If you have questions This allows us to provide programming and community regarding health insurance, please contact the Office of building that is most beneficial to the specific students on Health Services at ext. 2756 to discuss options that may each wing. be available. Rooms are assigned to new freshmen and transfer All students are required to complete a student health students by the Office of Residence Life. In the spring, form and provide documentation of state-mandated returning students participate in a housing selection immunizations before attending class and/or moving into process, whereby students must sign a housing contract residence halls. Failure to comply will result in a health and pay the required housing deposit to secure a room. hold on your account and the inability to access grades Georgian Court reserves the right to reassign rooms or to or register for future classes. Resident students will not cancel the request for residence when such reassignment be allowed to move into residence halls without or cancellation is in the best interests of GCU. immunization compliance. Georgian Court assumes no responsibility for the loss of The Office of Health Services is in compliance with money or personal property of the students, although federal and state regulations regarding the security and reasonable care is exercised to safeguard it. Students are privacy of health information. Confidentiality is assured by responsible for securing their room keys. Parents are the entire medical staff regarding all interactions, urged to review their insurance plans to be sure that information, and health records. personal property or money loss is properly covered. Information on purchasing personal property insurance The Health Center is located on the second floor of the may be obtained at the Office of Security in the Casino. Elevator access is available at the rear entrance. Gatekeeper’s Lodge. There are no fees associated for services in the Health Center. Fees for services outside of the Health Center GCU supplies all necessary furniture for rooms. Students including transportation costs are the responsibility of supply their own linens and personal items. More the student. information on furnishing and decorating your living space can be found in the Student Housing Handbook. Resident students may keep cars on campus by obtaining a parking permit through the Office of Student Accounts in Mercy Center. Georgian Court assumes no responsibility RESIDENCE LIFE for accidents to students while riding in private cars or for damage to cars while parked on campus. Our Philosophy: Residence life at GCU is about “creating a home away from home” for our students. The Office of Meals are served in the dining hall seven days a week, Residence Life is committed to providing a safe and secure three times a day. Meals are also provided in the Court community conducive to personal growth, character Café. All resident students have a seven-day meal plan. development, and social interaction. Recognizing the For further information about residency, contact the Office potential for learning outside of the classroom, the Office of of Residence Life at 732.987.2533. Residence Life draws on the Mercy core values (respect, integrity, compassion, justice, and service) for shaping and fostering a positive living and learning environment, which is Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 75 Dance Club ‘Da Poetry Club TUDENT ACTIVITIES S H.E.R.O. (Helping Everyone Respect Orientation) Georgian Court recognizes that experiences outside the Holistic Health Club classroom are important to the overall development of students and supports a strong co-curricular program to LASO (Latin American Student Organization) complement the instructional activities. Through the director of student activities, a full program of social, Mathematics Association of America (Student Chapter) cultural, and recreational activities is planned in Nursing Club conjunction with students, classes, clubs, and campus organizations and implemented to enhance the classroom Pre-Med Club experience. Activities include trips, Broadway shows, sporting events, and other social and educational activities. Psychology Club (Psi Chi) Salt and Light Social Work Club STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Society of Physics Students (SPS) Student New Jersey Education Association (SNJEA) Campus Activities Board (CAB) Student Veterans Association (SVA) The Campus Activities Board works to ensure that students enjoy campus life outside the classroom by Vegetarian Society bringing both entertainment and extracurricular educational Young Lions’ Brotherhood (YLB) opportunities to campus. The board is responsible for providing programs that enhance social interaction, Academic Honor Societies awareness to diversity, and service to community. CAB Alpha Phi Sigma (Pi Beta Gamma Chapter): National promotes and supports student development, both individually and collectively, while embodying the Mercy Criminal Justice Honor Society core values. The board is made up of the president, vice Alpha Sigma Lambda (Kappa Zeta Chapter): National president of membership, vice president of public relations, Nontraditional Students Honor Society and the vice president of events. Beta Beta Beta (Chi Gamma Chapter): National Student Government Association Biological Honor Society All full-time, undergraduate matriculating students are Chi Alpha Epsilon (Delta Eta Chapter): National EOF eligible to be members of the Student Government (Education Opportunity Fund) Honor Society Association (SGA). The SGA administers programs that Chi Alpha Sigma (Iota Chapter): National Athletics foster the desire for excellence in every phase of student Honor Society development. All students are encouraged to attend SGA open meetings to voice their concerns and offer suggestions Delta Mu Delta (Epsilon Zeta Chapter): National for the continuous enhancement of campus life. Business Administration Honor Society Gamma Sigma Epsilon (Sigma Alpha Chapter): Clubs National Chemistry Honor Society A Capella Group Kappa Delta Pi (Tau Gamma Chapter): International Active Minds Honor Society in Education American Chemical Society–Student Affiliate Kappa Omicron Nu (Nu Alpha Epsilon Chapter): Human Sciences Honor Society Black Student Union (BSU) Kappa Pi (Eta Eta Chapter): International Honorary Art Clionaes History Club Fraternity Commuter Students Association Lambda Pi Eta (Omega Nu Chapter): National Communication Association Honor Society Council for Exceptional Children Omicron Delta Kappa (GCU Circle [Chapter]): National Court Art Society Leadership Honor Society Criminal Justice Club Phi Alpha (Zeta Nu Chapter): National Social Work Honor Society 76 | Georgian Court University Phi Alpha Theta (Alpha Delta Zeta Chapter): National • understand how to study, their learning style, time History Honor Society management, the course syllabus, and how to Phi Eta Sigma (GCU Chapter): Freshman Honor manage and complete course assignments, Society presentations, and research papers; and Pi Mu Epsilon (New Jersey Eta Chapter): National • connect to other resources, such as the Writing Mathematics Honor Society Center, peer tutoring, the math lounge, reference librarians, the Office of Information Technology, and Psi Chi (GCU Chapter): International Honor Society academic advising. in Psychology Sigma Delta Pi (Epsilon Lambda Chapter): National The Office of Student Success manages the university Spanish Honor Society Academic Early Warning System and the Student Advocacy Team. Students placed on academic probation Sigma Pi Sigma (GCU Chapter): National Physics are coached by university staff coordinated through the Honor Society Office of Student Success. Sigma Tau Delta (Sigma Mu Chapter): International Student Advocacy & Success English Honor Society The Office for Student Advocacy and Success Sigma Zeta (Gamma Theta Chapter): National Science identifies and provides students with the tools needed and Mathematics Honor Society for optimum success. The office provides outreach to Theta Alpha Kappa (Sigma Chapter): National students who are having the following challenges: Religious Studies/Theology Honor Society • difficulty navigating university processes Special Interest Organizations and procedures, Emerging Leaders • feeling debilitated or overwhelmed by a Gateway to the Arts: Living- Learning Community family emergency, International Cultures: Living-Learning Community • social adjustments/college transitions, and/or MCS—Mercy Collegiate Society • a decline in academic performance due to prolonged Outdoor Adventures: Living-Learning Community absence in the classroom. Sustainability: Living-Learning Community SAAC—Student-Athletic Advisory Committee WILD—Women in Leadership Development THE LEARNING CONNECTION Student Publications The Fountain Spray (literary magazine) (SEE ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT & The Lion’s Tale (student newspaper) SUPPORT CENTER)

STUDENT SUCCESS The Office of Student Success provides strategies for TRIO–STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES students to fulfill their degree through the timely delivery of TRIO-Student Support Services (SSS) aspires to meet interventions and resources. Information is delivered to the needs of eligible students who have the potential to students through workshops, Student Success Blackboard successfully overcome the challenges of higher Organization, e-mail, and individual appointment. education. Our focus is to ensure that program Students should seek the assistance of a student success participants have a realistic chance of degree attainment specialist to: and admission into graduate and professional degree • navigate the university’s offices, policies, and programs. To accomplish these objectives, TRIO-SSS procedures, including course registration, academic provides services that foster academic achievement and course placements, how to use Self-Service for course personal success, which corresponds with GCU’s mission and Mercy core values. registration, financial aid, and student accounts; • plan courses for degree completion and work with faculty and advisors;

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 77 We provide: • tutoring; • academic and graduate school counseling; • financial literacy training; • study skills workshops; • a computer lab; and • advocacy, mentoring, and coaching. To qualify, students need to: • be a citizen or national of the United States or meet the residency requirements for federal financial aid, • be enrolled at GCU, and • have a need for academic support. Students must also satisfy one or more of the following eligibility requirements: • be a first-generation college student, or • meet federal income guidelines, or • have a physical or learning disability. To apply, download the application at georgian.edu/sss and mail it in or apply in person at the TRIO/SSS office. We are on the second floor of the Casino—use the side door across from the library, turn right, and go up the stairs. For more information, contact us at 732.987.2610 or [email protected].

78 | Georgian Court University Through small classes and direct interaction with faculty, VII: SCHOOL OF ARTS & students in the School of Arts and Sciences gain knowledge, values, and skills that encourage personal SCIENCES growth and prepare them for future study, careers and community service. When reviewing academic programs The School of Arts and Sciences is a community of faculty and courses, please note the following standard and students who engage in scholarly, creative, and conventions in use throughout the catalog: professional programs and activities that challenge the • A number in parentheses [i.e., (3), (12)] refers to mind, touch the soul and lift the spirit. A liberal arts and number of credits. sciences education provides experiences and learning opportunities in the humanities, visual and performing arts, • Courses are typically 3 hours in lecture format unless natural sciences, social sciences and mathematics. otherwise noted. In a learning-centered environment, students will develop • Courses are typically one semester unless as active learners and leaders. Service learning is otherwise noted. actively integrated into selected courses and students are • Courses are typically offered once per year (fall or offered the opportunity to participate in internships and spring) or every semester unless otherwise noted. research experiences. Students will become involved in their education not only in the classroom, studio, and laboratory but also by participating in co-curricular experiences such as living-learning communities, honor societies and clubs, student government, and cultural and APPLIED ARTS & SCIENCES service oriented activities. Our mission is to offer discipline-specific and The objectives of the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts and interdisciplinary major and minor programs and to serve Sciences are to the campus and community with a variety of intellectual, • provide a bachelor’s degree-completion option for scientific, aesthetic, and cultural events and activities. We students who have finished an occupational/technical are committed to program in an area in which many of the courses are • Developing programs that foster learning and not usually transferable to a four-year institution of motivate discovery in all areas of scholarship. higher education; • Increasing the active involvement of women and men • enable such students to acquire the intellectual skills, in areas in which they are underrepresented; communication skills, academic training and aesthetic experiences and enrichment gained from a liberal • Encouraging active commitment to issues of economic, arts-based education; and political and social justice both locally and globally; • empower such students with the flexibility to choose • Increasing interdisciplinary interaction that fosters areas of upper-level study that will give them the understanding of the interrelatedness of all ability to advance in their chosen profession; the humankind with each other and with the environment; coursework needed for entrance into graduate • Communicating high standards of ethical behavior, programs; or the skills needed to change careers. scholarship, respect for others and the environment Admission to this major is restricted to students who have in which we live; and completed an organized, coherent occupational or technical • Focusing on research and action that will improve the program of 30 to 48 credits normally taken at a community quality of life socially, emotionally and physically for college. Typically, this work constitutes the major all humanity and especially for those who have been requirements for the associate’s degree in applied science traditionally ignored. at the community college. Courses that are not transferred as part of the occupational/technical module or as part of the In addition, we provide opportunities for students to general education requirements may be counted as general enhance electives in accordance with course-equivalency • critical thinking and communication skills; determinations made by Georgian Court. Students should • team-building and leadership skills; note that the only major in this degree program is applied • creativity; arts and sciences, regardless of which disciplines are • information literacy; chosen as part of the interdisciplinary module. • ethical and spiritual development; Program Student Learning Outcomes • social responsibility; • respect for diversity; and Upon completion of the Applied Arts and Sciences degree • global citizenship. program, students should be able to:

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 79 • Demonstrate acquisition of skills, knowledge or abilities needed to advance in their chosen profession, enter into graduate programs, or change careers. ART & VISUAL STUDIES Major Sequence Students interested in studying art may earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree in Art & Visual Studies or a Interdisciplinary Module: 30 credits at the 300 or 400 level Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Visual Art. in two or three academic disciplines distributed as follows: • Focus Area: 18 credits from one discipline. The major in art provides students, through a well- balanced program of theory and practice, an opportunity • 12 additional credits from one or two other to develop disciplines. as artists while preparing them to be practicing artists in Focus Area may be selected from one of the the future. following disciplines: Studio courses offer students the opportunity to pursue • accounting their creativity in a variety of media while developing skills. The ability to develop strong conceptual concepts • art and to express them creatively is emphasized within the • biology context of an artistic practice. An interdisciplinary • business administration approach to art making is encouraged. • chemistry Through a range of art history courses, students acquire knowledge of both western and non-western art • criminal justice movements, critically analyze individual works, and • dance understand the uniquely integrative nature of multicultural art study. • digital communication Students seeking certification to teach art should work • English towards a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Visual Art. • graphic design Students must also satisfy all School of Education • history requirements and meet all New Jersey state requirements. For required professional courses in • integrative health education, please refer to the School of Education section • mathematics of this catalog.

• multimedia Program Student Learning Outcomes • psychology Upon successful completion of the program of studies for • religious studies Art & Visual Studies, the student will receive a B.F.A. in • social work Art & Visual Studies and will have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: • Spanish • Students will identify the conceptual approach In many disciplines there are few evening offerings of and analyze the creative process used by a 300- or 400-level courses. Prior to choosing disciplines variety of visual artists through in class for the interdisciplinary module requirement, students should consult with their advisor to ensure that sufficient discussions and exams. offerings are likely to be available at times that suit the • Students will apply the critical thinking skills that student’s needs. are based on visual clues with increasing skills of The student may have to complete 100- or 200-level perception, accuracy, and detail through prerequisite courses prior to enrolling in the 300- or assignments and in class presentations. 400-level courses. • Students will create visual artwork that shows At least 15 of the 300- or 400-level credits in the progressive skill in the processes and principles interdisciplinary module must be taken at Georgian of art and design evaluated within the student's Court University. portfolio on a progressive basis. All B.A. in Applied Arts and Sciences majors must • Students will identify significant artists and complete the General Education listed in the catalog in periods of art history from a global perspective addition to the requirements for the interdisciplinary and will conduct academic research to develop a module. A course cannot be used to satisfy both a mastery of selected artists and/or art periods. General Education requirement and an interdisciplinary module requirement.

80 | Georgian Court University BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS professional courses in education, please refer to the School of Education section of this catalog. Major Sequence Art with Dual Ed (K–6) & Teacher of Students with Consistent with the educational philosophy of Georgian Disabilities: See requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Court, the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree maintains a (B.A.) degree in Visual Art, 36 credits. For required strong liberal arts component rooted in the Georgian Court core requirements. The B.F.A. in Art & Visual professional courses in education, please refer to the Studies is a 72 credit hour program with an School of Education section of this catalog. interdisciplinary approach to art. Minor Sequence The program starts with a strong foundation program and culminates with a capstone exhibition seminar. The Studio Art foundation courses allow students to develop strong A minimum of 18 credits is required for the minor. technical skills in a variety of media and gain an Students must receive a grade of C or better in all understanding of the principles of art, design and visual courses applied to the minor. Required courses: AR111, thinking. In light of the fact that artists have always and AR201 and 12 credits of Studio Art Electives are continuing to push boundaries and cross artistic disciplines, the program offers students a wide range of COURSES courses to purse their creative interest. AR111 Drawing I 3 credits The strong interdisciplinary approach to art making prepares students for professional artistic practice after Through the process of experimenting with a variety of graduation or graduate school. drawing techniques and materials students will develop their drawing skills through observational drawing. The interdisciplinary nature of the B.F.A. in Visual Studies makes it ideal for students seeking to transfer into the Emphasis will be on student creativity. Studio Course. program. Thirty-nine of the required B.F.A. credits must Prerequisite: none. be taken at Georgian Court. AR113 Visual Thinking & Design 3 credits B.F.A. in Art & Visual Studies 72 Credits An investigation of the formal principles of design and visual communication as used in the studio by visual Required Courses: AR111, AR113, AR118, AR119, artists. Visual perception is developed through hands-on AR201, AR440, AR499. projects in both traditional and digital media: two Studio Art Electives: 24 credits 200-400 level. dimensional, three dimensional, and color will be covered. Visual & Performing Arts Electives: 15 credits. Choose Through the process of thinking through a series of visual from any Art, Communication, Dance, Graphic Design or problems students will develop the skills and vocabulary Music courses. General Education courses can be used needed to assess their work and gain a better to fulfill this requirement. understanding of the role of design in the creative Liberal Arts & Sciences Electives: 6 credits 200–400 level process. Studio Course. Prerequisite: none. in the same discipline, 6 credits 200–400 level in any discipline. All courses in the humanities, natural sciences, AR118 Western Art History 3 credits social sciences, world cultures, and women’s studies not Survey of European and American art form from ancient being used to fulfill major or General Education times through the contemporary scene. Mandatory requirements can be used to fulfill this requirement. museum visit. BACHELOR OF ARTS AR119 Non-Western Art History 3 credits Survey of art in India, China, Japan, the Americas, Africa, Major Sequences and the Islamic world from ancient times to the Visual Art A minimum of 36 credits is required. contemporary scene. Mandatory museum visit. Required courses: AR111, AR113, AR118, AR119, AR201, AR499. AR201 Drawing II 3 credits The course is designed to provide students with an Studio Art Electives: 12 credits 200-400 level. opportunity to further pursue their interest in drawing. Major Electives: 6 credits. Choose from any Art, Students will continue to experiment with variety of Communication, Dance, Graphic Design, or Music courses. General Education courses can be used to fulfill techniques and materials in order to develop a this requirement. contemporary understanding of the language and Teacher of Art Certification with Teacher of Students with elements of contemporary drawing. The course permits Disabilities: See requirements for the Bachelor of Arts for exploration based on the artistic interest of the (B.A.) degree in Visual Art, 36 credits. For required individual. Studio Course. Prerequisite: AR111. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 81 AR213 Figure Drawing 3 credits AR315 Sculpture I 3 credits Using a variety of drawing techniques and materials This course will introduce students to the various students will investigate the human figure through approaches to sculpture as used in a contemporary observational drawing. Emphasis will be on creativity as artistic practice. The student will become familiar with the well as expressive and accurate representations of the language and elements of sculpture and with the various human form. Studio Course. Prerequisite: AR111. types of sculpture and the technical methods and AR214 Mixed Media 3 credits processes. The course allows for exploration and This course will explore the use of various media: experimentation based on the artistic interest of the watercolor, ink, paint, and various materials used by individual. Studio Course. Prerequisite: none. contemporary studio artists. The focus will be on creative AR316 Sculpture II 3 credits expression, experimentation and research and not on The course is designed to provide advanced students with traditional methods of material use. Students will develop an opportunity to pursue their interest in an area of the work based on their creative interest developed through sculptural process. The student will develop a contemporary the investigation of both contemporary and historic work. understanding of the language and elements of Studio Course. Prerequisite: none. contemporary sculpture. The course allows for exploration AR220 Modern Art 3 credits and experimentation based on the artistic interest of the Painting, sculpture and architecture, in Europe and individual. Studio Course. Prerequisite: AR315. America from 1900 to the present. AR317 Prints, Multiples & Editions I 3 credits AR222 Women in Film 3 credits The course is designed to introduce students to how An exploration of foreign and American cinema, focusing artists create prints, multiples and editions. Students will on the most recent twenty-five years of film-making; with experiment with variety of techniques and materials in the emphasis on political, religious, cultural and social issues. print shop. The course allows for exploration and Applicable to the Women’s Studies Minor (WS222). experimentation based on the artistic interest of the individual. Studio Course. Prerequisite: none. AR310 Women, Art & Society 3 credits Historical survey of images of women and by women in AR318 Prints, Multiples & Editions II 3 credits Western art. The emphasis will be placed on the political, The course is designed to allow students to continue to cultural and social context in which art is created. pursue their interest in prints, multiples and editions. The Although the art of prominent women artists will be student will develop a contemporary understanding of the featured, an extensive range of artists, styles and role prints, multiples and editions play in an artistic techniques will be studied. Applicable to Women’s practice. The course allows for exploration and Studies minor. experimentation based on the artistic interest of the individual. Studio Course. Prerequisite: AR317. AR313 Painting I 3 credits The course is designed to provide students with an AR323 Spirits, Magic & Art 3 credits opportunity to pursue their interest in painting. Students The traditional “primal” arts of Africa, North America, and will experiment with the materials and techniques used by Oceania. Examination of the relationship of religion, artists in order to develop an understanding of mythology, ritual, and art. Emphasis on the function of art, contemporary painting. Emphasis will be on student the role of the artist, the impact of colonization on the arts creativity and materials handling. Studio Course. of traditional societies. Prerequisite: none. AR422 Creative Photography I 3 credits AR314 Painting II 3 credits This studio course is designed for visual artists, designers, The course is designed to provide students with an media artists, and those interested in using digital cameras opportunity to further pursue their interest in painting as as a tool in their creative practice. Projects are designed to an artistic medium. Through the process of creative emphasize creativity and the development of personal experimentation students will develop a contemporary visual content. Students will be expected to communicate understanding of the language and elements of the conceptual and aesthetic basis for their work. Topics contemporary painting. The course permits for exploration and discussions will include contemporary art photography based on the artistic interest of the individual. Studio and the history of photography. Studio Course. Course. Prerequisite: AR313. Prerequisite: none.

82 | Georgian Court University AR423,424 Independent Study in Art History 3–6 credits AR499 Senior Exhibition Seminar 3 credits An Independent Study in Art History may under certain Students will mount an exhibition of works selected from circumstances be arranged with the permission of a their studio practice developed during the course and professor and the department chair. The student will work while at Georgian Court University. Students will become on an Art History research project with the guidance of familiar with professional practices in the field through the professor the student has chosen to work with. A such activities as developing a written and digital resume, minimum of one weekly meeting with adviser is required. documenting work, writing an artist statement, and when On approval of application. possible visiting studios and galleries, and meeting with AR427,428, etc. Advanced Studio I, II etc. 3 credits each professional artists. Prerequisites: each student must be Advanced courses in studio art may be arranged upon a senior eligible to graduate in the spring the course is request. The courses may be taken to work in a specific taken or the following fall. The student’s advisor must area of study: photography, painting, drawing, etc. verify graduation eligibility. Students must have the appropriate prerequisites and permission of the professor and department chair. Students will be expected to communicate the conceptual and aesthetic basis for their work. The students meet with BIOLOGY a regularly scheduled course in that area. Repeatable in other areas of studio art. For those students who expect to major in biology, a high- quality education in the pure science of biology is AR433 Independent Study in Studio 3 credits provided that stresses the inherent importance of the An Independent Study in studio art may under certain discipline, promotes understanding of the scientific circumstances be arranged with the permission of a process, encourages participation in professions based professor and the department chair. The student will work on biological knowledge and technology, and fosters an on a project or projects in an area of studio art with the awareness of biological concerns in areas not directly related to the biological sciences. Biology majors can guidance of the professor the student has chosen to work pursue either a B.A. or B.S. degree in Biology. Those with. A minimum of one weekly meeting with adviser is interested in the Medical Laboratory Science program at required. 3 credits. On approval of application. Jersey Shore University Medical Center or Monmouth AR437 Study Abroad 1 credit Medical Center can pursue the Medical Laboratory Science Track in either the B.A. or B.S. degree in Biology. In order to expand the global awareness of students the Art Department offers opportunities to study abroad when For students who are interested in a specialized health- related career, one option is to pursue a B.S. degree in possible. The location selected for each trip will be Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Imaging relevant to students with an interest in Visual Art and Art Sciences, each with a minor in biology. These are joint History. Each trip has a unique focus and itinerary degree programs with Rutgers University. Application for offering students a wide range of cultural experiences. admittance to one of the seven Rutgers University Students seeking to fulfill an Experiential Learning professional career programs below occurs during the requirement with this course should see their adviser. third year of pre-professional coursework at GCU. Upon 1 credit. Offered on application. Signature of department completion of the Rutgers University program, the bachelor’s degree is awarded jointly by both institutions. chair required. 1. Cardiac Sonography, or Echocardiography (use AR440 Contemporary Art Seminar 3 credits of ultrasound imaging to view the cardiovascular This seminar class introduces students to contemporary anatomy and diagnose cardiovascular conditions) artists along with the production and criticism of the work 2. Diagnostic Medical Sonography (use of they create. The course will cover art, new media, and ultrasound for diagnosis including sonograms to design exhibitions in museums, galleries, and biennales study the fetus as it develops in the mother) and alternative spaces as well as current activity in the 3. Vascular Sonography (use of ultrasound and other global art world. The course focuses on class discussions techniques to detect diseases and abnormalities of work in all media, required readings, and first-hand such as aneurysms of the blood vessels) encounters with art and exhibitions to gain an 4. Cytotechnology (examination of cells removed understanding of contemporary art. Permission of the from all areas of the body to determine if cancer instructor. 3 hours lecture. or benign disease is present) or 5. Medical Laboratory Science, formerly called Medical Technology (perform clinical laboratory

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 83 tests that provide laboratory data critical to the issues related to biology and the professional diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease) responsibilities of a biologist. Students will demonstrate a strong appreciation for the Along with over 20 other New Jersey colleges and diversity of living organisms and the potential universities, GCU is a member of the New Jersey Marine impacts of human actions on the environment. Sciences Consortium (NJMSC), a nonprofit group dedicated to the understanding and wise utilization of Major Sequence New Jersey’s marine resources. Each summer, the Requirements (except for Medical Laboratory Science NJMSC offers courses in the marine sciences, mostly at Track): A minimum of 40 credits including BI120, BI121, Sandy Hook, New Jersey. Students may register for BI201, BI203, BI204, BI305, and BI444 are required for these courses for credit through Georgian Court. GCU the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree; a minimum of 30 considers the courses equivalent to transfer courses. credits including BI120, BI121, BI201, BI204, BI305, and Students should check with their advisor to learn which either BI443 or BI444 are required for the Bachelor of Arts courses are considered biology courses prior to (B.A.) degree. Requirements for Medical Laboratory registering for a course. Science Track: A minimum of 40 credits including BI121, For students who do not expect to specialize in the BI201, BI204, BI213, BI214, BI219, BI401, BI402, BI427 sciences, the Department of Biology offers instruction that (or BI428), BI437, and BI444 are required for the B.S. provides insight into science as a way of knowing and degree; a minimum of 40 credits including BI121, BI201, communicates the major ideas of biology. Emphasis is on BI204, BI213, BI214, BI219, BI401, BI402, BI427 (or the significance of basic biological principles as they BI428), BI437, and either BI443 or BI444 are required for relate to specific social issues that currently confront the B.A. degree. For the B.S. degree in all tracks, a humankind. Population growth, protection of the minimum of 12 credits of biology coursework must be environment, and the use of genetic engineering to taken at the 300 or 400 level. For the B.A. degree, a modify living organisms are some of the topics addressed minimum of 8 credits of biology coursework must be in biology courses specifically designed for the non- taken at the 300 or 400 level. science student. It is recommended that students who have completed Program Student Learning Outcomes General Biology I, II, at another institution, take BI320 Cell Biology in place of BI121 to satisfy their Upon successful completion of the program of studies for cell biology requirement. biology, the student will receive a B.S. or B.A. in Biology and will have given evidence of the following outcomes For the B.S. degree required courses in related fields and goals: include MA115 (Students preparing for professional careers that require calculus, are strongly advised to also • Students will be introduced to basic concepts in take MA116), CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224, PH121, introductory common courses and then develop and PH122. For the Medical Laboratory Science Track, biology in areas related to molecular/cell biology either BI203, MA103, or SO201 is also required. and/or environmental and organismal biology. Students will be tested through in-class exams For the B.A. degree, required courses in related fields on content knowledge and will produce various include MA109, CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224, and essays on assigned topics to develop either PH111 and PH112, or PH121 andPH112, or theoretical applications. PH121 and PH122. Students electing for PH121 must • Students will develop appropriate laboratory take MA115. Students preparing for professional careers and/or field skills for the biology professional, or graduate school are strongly advised to take PH121 including proper formulation of testable and PH122. For the Medical Laboratory Science Track, hypotheses, effective use of sampling tools and the physics option is PH111 and PH112. instrumentation, precise and accurate data All biology majors who have completed 16 credits of collection, and effective analysis and Georgian Court biology courses will have their status interpretation of results. reviewed by the biology faculty members. Those with a • Students will demonstrate the ability to read, Georgian Court biology GPA of less than 2.50 may be understand, and critically review papers within advised and required to change their major. A Georgian the primary scientific literature. Court biology GPA of 2.50 Is required for graduation. • Students will demonstrate the ability to organize and evaluate biological information and present it All majors pursuing the B.S. or B.A. degree in Biology are clearly in written and oral form, using appropriate required to take a department-administered Major Field formal scientific formats. Test before graduation. • Students will demonstrate an appreciation for the Teacher of Biology Certification ethical and social dimensions of science, including appreciation of the importance of ethical Students fulfill requirements for the baccalaureate degree conduct in science. Students will develop in biology. In addition to the core of required courses for knowledge of contemporary social and ethical the biology degree, the department recommends the

84 | Georgian Court University following courses for the pre-teaching program: BI213 and (36–44 credits) in the field of study. At the conclusion of BI214. For Subject Specific Certification (grades K–12), at the period of study at Rutgers University, the student least 12 credits must be taken at the 300 or 400 level. For earns a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory required professional courses in education, please refer to Sciences with a minor in biology, or a Bachelor of the School of Education section of this catalog. Science in Medical Imaging Sciences, jointly awarded by GCU and Rutgers University. GCU does not guarantee Minor Sequence acceptance into any Rutgers University program. Rutgers A minimum of 23 biology credits is required with a University generally expects applicants to have earned no maximum of 12 credits of 100-level biology courses grade lower than a C in the required science courses (for counting toward the total. At least 11 of the 23 biology the Medical Imaging Science programs, applicants must credits must be earned at Georgian Court. A minimum earn a grade no lower than B- in BI213 and BI214) and to GPA of 2.0 in biology courses is required. Also required have a minimum GPA of at least 2.85 (requirements are 4 credits of chemistry. subject to change). Meeting or exceeding the minimum GPA does not guarantee acceptance into the Rutgers Departmental Honors: Biology University program. Some Rutgers University courses are taught online. Students who meet the following requirements will graduate with a B.S. in Biology, with honors in biology: Major Sequences Minimum biology GPA of 3.5; Medical Imaging Sciences Major with a Minor in Biology (Requirements for All Specializations) Completion of at least 8 elective credits of biology Biology 24 credits: BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214, one of the course work at the 300 or 400 level, excluding following 4-credit biology courses: BI219 Microbiology, BI404, BI405, BI425, BI446, andBI447; and BI275 Pathophysiology (recommended for students in the Completion of either Option 1 or Option 2 as follows. Medical Imaging Sciences major), BI320 Cell Biology, BI322 Molecular Genetics, BI407 Neurobiology, BI427 Option 1: Completion of 6 credits of BI446; 447, Immunology (or the 3-credit course BI428 Fundamentals culminating in a written paper and an oral presentation in of Immunology), BI437 Biochemistry I, a forum open to the public (e.g., GCU Academic BI490 Developmental Biology (BI322 is strongly Excellence Night, Beta Beta Beta District Meeting, New recommended), and a 4-credit biology elective (one of the Jersey Academy of Science Annual Meeting). eight courses in the previous list is recommended), Option 2: Completion of 4 credits of BI446; 447, Chemistry: CH113, CH114, and CH223. Mathematics or culminating in a written paper and an oral presentation in Computer Science: MA109, and one of the following: a forum open to the public (e.g., GCU Academic MA110, MA115, CS105, or CS111. Physics: PH111 and Excellence Night, Beta Beta Beta District Meeting, New PH112, or PH121 and PH122. Statistics: BI203, MA103, Jersey Academy of Science Annual Meeting) and PS430, or SO201. Recommended electives, particularly completion of 2 credits of BI404 or BI405 Internship I or II for students planning to seek an advanced degree in culminating in a term paper and oral presentation of the science: CH224 and MA116. All of the preceding required internship experience. courses must be completed prior to entry into the Rutgers MEDICAL IMAGING SCIENCES & CLINICAL University portion of the program. LABORATORY SCIENCES MAJORS WITH A MINOR Clinical Laboratory Sciences Major with a Minor in IN BIOLOGY Biology for Rutgers University Cytotechnology Program These are joint degree programs with the Rutgers Program in this form was discontinued by Rutgers University University School of Health Professions in Newark and in 2017. It will probably be replaced by a 3+2 combined Scotch Plains. At GCU, students take a specific set of bachelor’s to master’s program. Students interested in science courses leading to a minor in biology, and cytotechnology cannot currently choose a cytotechnology complete the general education (physical education, degree pathway but may wish to ensure that they complete humanities and social sciences) requirements at GCU. the previous cytotechnology course requirements while at This typically adds up to a total of 85 or more GCU credits GCU so they are prepared for a cytotechnology degree depending on the student’s choice of program. In the fall pathway in the future. The pre-2017 requirements for entry of the junior year (consult with advisor and Rutgers into the Rutgers University cytotechnology program were: University Web site for deadline date), the student applies Biology: BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214, BI219, BI427 (or to the Rutgers University’s School of Health Professions. BI428), and BI437. Chemistry: CH113, CH114, CH223, and For Medical Imaging Sciences, the student chooses one CH224. Mathematics: MA110. Statistics: BI203, MA103, or of the following specialties: cardiac sonography, SO201. A histology course is required but may be taken at diagnostic medical sonography, or vascular sonography. Rutgers University in the summer prior to beginning studies For B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, the student in the cytotechnology program. Recommended elective: chooses one of the following specialties: cytotechnology BI320. Recommended electives for students planning to or medical laboratory science. If accepted, the student seek an advanced degree in science: MA115, MA116, spends 12–15 months taking the specialized courses PH121, and PH122. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 85 Clinical Laboratory Sciences Major with a Minor in Medical Technologists (MT-ASCP). Biology for Rutgers University Medical Laboratory Application for admission to medical technology programs Science (Medical Technology) Program takes place during the junior year. Georgian Court is Biology: BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214, BI219, BI427 (or affiliated with the Jersey Shore University Medical Center BI428), and BI437. Chemistry: CH113, CH114, CH223, (Neptune, New Jersey) and Monmouth Medical Center and CH224. Mathematics: MA110. Statistics: BI203, (Long Branch, New Jersey). Students are responsible for MA103, or SO201. Recommended electives for students applying to the program of their choice. Georgian Court planning to seek an advanced degree in science: MA115, does not guarantee acceptance into a program. Students MA116, PH121, and PH122. wishing to complete four years at Georgian Court may COURSE ADVISEMENT also apply to nonaffiliated medical centers. Individualized, semester-by-semester course advisement CHIROPRACTIC is available for all students based on their career interests. Georgian Court has an agreement with New York For example, students interested in medicine will follow a Chiropractic College (Seneca Falls, New York) that pre-medical, pre-veterinary, or pre-dental curriculum. enables qualified students to complete the baccalaureate Students should discuss course selection with their advisor degree at Georgian Court and the doctor of chiropractic to be certain they complete the appropriate courses to degree at New York Chiropractic College in just prepare them for their career goal. Recent graduates have 6.33 years. This is one year less than the normal time. entered medical, dental, and veterinary schools, masters Students follow a designated pre-chiropractic program at and doctoral programs in biological sciences, allied health Georgian Court for three years. During the junior year, programs, pre-college teaching, and careers in industry, students apply to New York Chiropractic College, which government, and nonprofit organizations. accepts all Georgian Court students who successfully MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, OR VETERINARY MEDICINE complete the pre-chiropractic program with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher and meet all other criteria for Students may obtain a B.S. in Biology to prepare them for admission. Students spend the fourth year of study taking medical, dental, or veterinary school. The B.A. in Biology is courses at New York Chiropractic College. At the not an appropriate program for pre-professional students completion of the fourth year, students receive a B.A. or as the course requirements do not meet the entrance B.S. in Biology from Georgian Court. After an additional requirements for most professional schools. The student two years and four months of study at New York should become familiar with the specific requirements of Chiropractic College, students receive the D.C. degree the professional school(s) of their choice and use this from New York Chiropractic College. Students wishing to knowledge, along with department advisement, to select complete four years at Georgian Court may also apply to courses. In addition to the core of required courses for the nonaffiliated chiropractic colleges. B.S. degree, the department strongly recommends the PRE-PHARMACY, UNIVERSITY OF THE SCIENCES following courses: BI213, BI214, BI437, BI438. Also (PHILADELPHIA) recommended: BI219, BI407, BI427. Georgian Court University has a special dual degree Pre-professional students should take their professional program with University of the Sciences (Philadelphia). school admission test during their junior year. Students can earn both the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE AT JERSEY Arts (B.A.) and the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) SHORE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER & degrees in as little as seven years after graduation from high school. Eligible students may spend the first three MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER years at GCU and then matriculate to USciences for the Students follow the designated Medical Laboratory four professional years of the Pharm.D. program. Upon Science Track program in biology at Georgian Court for successful completion of all requirements for GCU’s B.S. three years, following the recommendations of the in Biochemistry, B.S. in Biology, or B.A. or B.S. in American Society of Clinical Pathology. This program Chemistry degree while matriculated at USciences, includes the required biology, chemistry, physics and students will then receive the bachelor’s degree from mathematics courses for a B.A. or B.S. in Biology degree GCU. The Pharm.D. degree from USciences will be plus, as biology electives, certain courses that prepare awarded after successful completion of all degree the student for the medical technology program. For the requirements in the professional curriculum of the Doctor fourth year, students take courses in medical technology of Pharmacy program at USciences. Specific GCU at an affiliated hospital, and receive Georgian Court courses that are prerequisites for the USciences biology credit for those courses by registering for BI401 Pharm.D. program are: CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224; and BI402 at Georgian Court. At the completion of the BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214, BI219; MA110, MA115; fourth year, students receive a B.A. or B.S. in biology PH121, PH122; SO101; CM105; EC182; PS111/PS113; from Georgian Court. Students must have a minimum MA103 and satisfactory completion of the GCU Writing cumulative GPA of 2.8. After passing a nationally Requirement. For more information, contact your administered examination, they become registered academic advisor. 86 | Georgian Court University PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY, UNIVERSITY OF THE completion of BI213 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or SCIENCES (PHILADELPHIA) BI214 Human Anatomy and Physiology II.3 hours lecture, Georgian Court University has a special dual degree 3 hours laboratory. Offered each year. program with University of the Sciences (Philadelphia). BI120 Biological Diversity: Life, Origin & Students can earn both the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Phylogeny 4 credits Arts (B.A.) and the Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degrees in as little as six years after graduation from high This course will focus on life itself, unified and diverse, school. Eligible students may spend the first three years interactive and evolving as it is experienced through life at GCU and then matriculate to USciences for the three forms in the Sister Mary Grace Burns Arboretum at professional years of the D.P.T. program. Upon Georgian Court University. With the tools of science, successful completion of all requirements for GCU’s B.S. students will observe and collect organisms for study; in Biochemistry, B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Exercise Science, become familiar with the characteristics common to all Wellness & Sports, or B.A. or B.S. in Chemistry degree while matriculated at USciences, students will then life; discover the ways in which diverse species have receive the bachelor’s degree from GCU. The D.P.T. responded to the challenges of surviving and reproducing degree from USciences will be awarded after successful on a rocky/watery planet. Attention will be given to completion of all degree requirements in the professional history, geology, and continually changing Earth as life’s curriculum of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at source and substance, and life’s role in shaping the USciences. Specific GCU courses that are prerequisites planet and its own future. Readings, multimedia for the USciences D.P.T. program are: CH113, CH114; presentations, and online resources will supplement the BI121, BI204, BI213, BI214; MA110, MA115; statistics (BI203, MA103, SO201, or PS430); PH121, PH122; required text. Questions arising from activities will fuel ES220; PS111/113, PS360 and either PS221 or PS224; class discussion and lead to original investigations. SO101; and satisfactory completion of the GCU Writing Creative as well as standard laboratory projects will aid in Requirement. For more information, contact your the assessment of learning. This course is intended for academic advisor. biology majors. BI112 may be substituted for BI120 at the COURSES discretion of the chair of the Department of Biology. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. BI109 Environmental Biology 4 credits Environmental Biology is a course concerned with the BI121 Biological Unity: Cellular Organization, past, present, and future of life on earth, from the Energetics & Function 4 credits beginning of the universe through human civilization. This course will focus on the characteristics shared by all Emphasis will be placed on understanding the major living organisms. Topics include tissue structure and principles of the science of ecology and the environment, organization, the structure and function of biological and students will gain a deepened appreciation for the molecules, cell organization, and cellular energies. interdependence and interrelatedness of all living Laboratory exercises are designed to require the organisms. This knowledge will be used to assess current application of concepts presented in lectures/readings, and future issues arising from human use and promote understanding and appreciation for the scientific degradation of natural resources. The principles of method of inquiry, and support the acquisition of basic sustainability will be woven through the analysis of earth’s laboratory skills necessary to function in a modern biology support systems and current environmental issues to laboratory. Presupposes an elementary knowledge of provide a path forward for future generations. 3 hours chemistry. Prerequisite for many biology courses. lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Designed for biology majors and minors; cannot be taken for credit if BI115 has already been taken for credit. BI111 Life: Human Biology 4 credits 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Life: Human Biology provides students an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Students will BI201 Biological Literature 1 credit gain an understanding and appreciation of the elegant This course introduces the biology major to the main molecular mechanisms that underlie human genetics and reference books, journals and indexes used in biological reproduction, and learn the essential facts of the structure research. It also prepares the student to do independent and function of the eleven organ systems that comprise the research projects using computer-based literature human body. Students may not take BI111 (or equivalent searches. Prerequisites: Eight credits of biology courses. transfer courses) for biology ma-jor credit after completing Offered each fall. more than 8 credits of biology courses. Students may not take BI111 (or equivalent transfer course) for credit after

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 87 BI203 Data Collection & Analysis in the student will analyze objective and subjective Sciences 3 credits manifestations of common health problems resulting from A practical overview of scientific investigation with environmental, genetic and stress related conditions. emphasis on a unified process of experimental design, Diagnostic testing, interventions and pharmacological hypothesis testing and data analysis. A variety of treatments and related nursing implications are discussed descriptive measures and statistical techniques, both as they relate to specific health problems. Prerequisites: parametric and non-parametric, are presented from the BI213, BI214, and either NU111 or permission of the standpoint of their appropriateness to the context of the Nursing department chair. 3 hours lecture. data. Proficiency in the use of computer software for data BI276 Marine Biology 4 credits analysis and display is a major goal of the course and is This course is designed for the student majoring in biology, emphasized throughout. Prerequisites: Completion of any marine studies, or ecology. Through classroom and of the following courses: PH112, PH122, CH112, CH114, laboratory experiences, the student will be able to identify BI111, BI112, or BI121. Offered each fall. the environmental parameters of marine habitats and their BI204 Biological Continuity & Change: effect on the distribution of marine flora and fauna. Students Genetics & Evolution 4 credits will collect and identify numerous representatives of local This course is intended for students majoring in biology or marine forms, both in the laboratory and in field settings. other natural science. Topics include chromosome structure, The student will also demonstrate proficiency in the meiosis and cell cycle, fundamental concepts in classic utilization of various types of equipment used to complete Mendelian genetics, gene regulation, population genetics, such tasks and demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, and evolution. Theories on the origin of life will also be physiology, and behavior of marine organisms. Prerequisite: introduced. Designed for biology majors and minors; cannot BI109, BI112, or BI120. be taken for credit if BI116 has already been taken for credit. BI305 Biological Interactions: Cell, Organism & Prerequisite BI121. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Ecological Communication & Coordination 4 credits BI213, 214 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II 8 credits Biological systems are characterized by interactions at all A study of the organ systems of the human body. Topics levels of organization from molecular to global scales. This include musculoskeletal, neuroendocrine, cardiovascular, course will provide students with the opportunity to build on digestive, respiratory, renal and reproductive systems, and integrate the knowledge they have gained in previous and includes dissection and use of prosected models. science courses by researching a variety of interactions Designed for premedical, nursing, exercise science, pre- within and between cells, organisms, and ecosystems. It nursing, allied health and medical technology students. also emphasizes inquiry-based, collaborative learning and 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one year. Offered development of real-world problem-solving skills. Designed each year. BI214 has a prerequisite of BI213. for biology majors and minors and for students in the BI219 Microbiology 4 credits Natural Sciences. Pre-requisites: Either BI112 or BI120 A study of the morphology, classification, growth, and one or more of the following: BI111, BI121, or BI204. physiology, biochemistry and genetics of microorganisms. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Microbe-host interactions as well as basic principles of BI320 Cell Biology 4 credits applied microbiology are also studied. Prerequisites: Two This course aims to provide the student an understanding semesters of biology and one semester of chemistry or of the molecular biology of the eukaryotic cell and permission of chairperson of Biology. 3 hours lecture, promote an appreciation of the “social nature” of this cell 3 hours laboratory. Offered each year. as it cooperates and communicates with other cells and BI275/NU275/ES275 Pathophysiology 3 credits specializes its function within the body of a multicellular This course introduces the students to basic concepts in organism. Prerequisites: BI121, BI204, CH113, and pathophysiology as applied in current nursing practice. It CH114, or permission of chairperson. 3 hours lecture, builds on previous foundations in the biological sciences 3 hours laboratory. Offered as needed. and focuses on the integration of pathophysiological with BI324 Botany 4 credits the principles of the nursing process. It introduces A study of the morphology, physiology, evolution and students to pathophysiological disturbances to normal taxonomy of plants. Fungi and autotrophic protistans and body functions emphasizing differences in etiology, prokaryotes are introduced. Prerequisites: BI111 and epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations BI112, or BI120 and BI121. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours and treatments in individuals across the lifespan. The laboratory or field work. Offered as needed.

88 | Georgian Court University BI325 Zoology 4 credits BI361 Tropical Ecology 3 credits This course will provide students with an overview of the This course will provide students with a broad overview of animal-like protistans and Kingdom Animalia. The both terrestrial and aquatic tropical ecosystems. Students phylogenetic relationships among these organisms will be will gain insight into basic ecological concepts and will used as a foundation from which to study animal structure learn about a variety of tropical biomes and the numerous and physiology. Prerequisites: BI111 and BI112, or BI120 complex ecological interactions found in these areas. A and BI121. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Offered number of case studies will also be used to investigate as needed. the specific applications of general ecological concepts in BI327 Special Topics in Biology 3–4 credits the context of tropical ecosystems. May be taken without A course that addresses an advanced topic in biology. the accompanying lab, BI362, which includes a travel Offered with approval of the dean. Prerequisite: abroad component. However, taking BI362 concurrently Permission of chairperson. 3 hours lecture (3 credits) or with this lecture is strongly recommended. Prerequisites: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (4 credits). A minimum of 8 credits of biology, including either BI109, BI112, or BI120. BI331 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 credits A comparative study of the anatomy of representative BI362 Tropical Ecology Laboratory 1 credit vertebrates, which aims to demonstrate the role of This laboratory accompanies BI361 Tropical Ecology evolution in the interrelationships of the vertebrates at all Lecture and must be taken concurrent with that course. levels of organization. Prerequisites: BI111 and BI112, or Students will experience a tropical ecosystem first hand BI120 and BI121. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. during a travel abroad experience. In addition to multiple Offered as needed. opportunities to connect the learning in lecture with real- life examples, students will carry out an original research BI340 Principles of Ecology 4 credits project testing a hypothesis relating to concepts learned A study of the interactions between organisms and their in the associated lecture. Prerequisites: A minimum of environment at the individual, population, community and 8 credits of biology, including either BI109, BI112, or ecosystem levels. Prerequisites: BI111 and BI112 or BI120 BI120. Corequisite: BI361. and BI121, and either CH111 and CH112 or CH113 and CH114, or permission of chairperson of Biology. BI401, 402 Allied Health Internships Prerequisite or corequisite: BI203. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours Medical Technology I & II 32 credits laboratory or field work. Offered as needed. One-year program at an affiliated hospital. Instruction and clinical experience in blood banking, microbiology, BI360/SC360 Current Issues in Environmental hematology, clinical chemistry, parasitology, immunology, Sustainability 3 credits serology, pathology and nuclear medicine. One year; Develop critical thinking skills and evaluate information 32 credits. BI402 has a prerequisite of BI401. about the impact that current “Western” lifestyles and population trends have on the attainment of a sustainable BI404, 405 Internship in Biology I & II 4 credits environment. Investigate the goods and services provided Biology-related work experience in corporations involved to humans by nature and the impacts of human activities in various aspects of the health and science fields. Six on nature’s ability to provide these benefits. Analyze hours per week, 2 credits each semester. Limited to specific environmental issues related to sustainability and seniors. Permission of chairperson required. BI405 has a reflect upon how and to what extent our individual and prerequisite of BI404. collective behaviors impact the problems. Explore BI407 Neurobiology 4 credits possible solutions that can be employed, both personally An investigation of the structure and function of the and societally, including insights gained from the ways in central nervous system and the major sensory systems. which non-Western societies relate to one another and to Emphasis will be placed on the study of the brain: its the environment. Consider the ethical dilemmas development, current concepts related to the chemical generated by humans as consumers and the value of and electrical phenomena of its neurons and the promoting social justice, respect for rights of humans, interaction of neurons in memory and learning. non-human organisms and the environment, and a Prerequisites: BI121, BI204, CH113, and CH114, or commitment to action and care for others. Prerequisite: permission of chairperson of Biology. 3 hours lecture, BI109 or BI120. 3 hours laboratory. Offered as needed.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 89 BI411 Tissue Culture 3 credits collecting and identifying organisms and the study of This course will provide students with experience in both physical and chemical features of various bodies of plant and animal tissue culture technologies, including water. Prerequisites: BI111 and BI112, or BI120 and aseptic technique, use of tissue culture equipment, and BI121. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory or field work. typical cell culture assays. Focus will be on students Offered as needed. learning how to grow, maintain, and characterize healthy BI443 Capstone Experience for the B.A. in mammalian cell cultures. Prerequisites: BI121 and BI204, Biology 1 credit or permission of instructor. 1 hour lecture and 4 hours lab This course provides students in the B.A. in Biology a per week. Offered as needed. unifying, culminating experience in their major field. BI422 Advanced Molecular Genetics 4 credits Students are challenged to use and extend intellectual A study of concepts in advanced molecular genetics skills and knowledge of biology acquired throughout their including mapping and sequencing genomes, RNA undergraduate training to research and develop a deep synthesis and processing, RNA interference, and knowledge of a topic of their choice, and to prepare both molecular phylogenetics. Laboratory exercises will a review paper and an oral presentation on that subject. complement class topics and include 3 multiweek projects Prerequisite: Completion of 21 biology credits (including emphasizing critical reasoning and the scientific method. BI201). 1 hour lecture. Prerequisites: BI121 and BI204. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours BI444 Capstone Experience in Biology 2 credits lab. Offered as needed. This course provides advanced students a unifying, BI425 Independent Study 1–2 credits culminating experience in biology. Students are This course gives the student the opportunity to pursue a challenged to use and extend intellectual skills and topic of special interest in biology under the guidance of knowledge of biology acquired throughout the a faculty member. The topic to be investigated must be undergraduate program. Prerequisite: completion of one that is unavailable to the student through the regular 24 biology credits (including BI201 and BI203) or curriculum. Permission of chairperson required. Offered permission of the chairperson. 2 hours lecture. Offered upon application. each spring. BI427 Immunology 4 credits BI446, 447 Research Problem in Biology I & II 1–6 credits A study of concepts in immunology including humoral and One or two semesters; 1–3 credits per semester. Hours cell-mediated response systems, immune cell function, and credits to be arranged with research mentor. A antigen recognition, nonspecific host defense systems student may earn no more than 6 credits of BI446, 447 and disorders of the immune system. Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Completion of 16 biology credits. exercises will emphasize application and analysis of BI447 has a prerequisite of BI446. concepts covered in lectures and readings. Prerequisites: BI450 Animal Behavior 4 credits BI121 and BI204, or permission of chairperson. Students This course will introduce students to the ways that the may not take BI427 for credit after completing BI428. evolutionary forces of natural selection and sexual Offered as needed. selection have shaped the behaviors of animals. Major BI428 Fundamentals of Immunology 3 credits topics considered include foraging behavior, learning and A study of concepts in immunology including humoral and cognition, communication, anti-predator behavior, cell-mediated response systems, immune cell function, parental care and reproductive tactics, mating systems, antigen recognition, nonspecific host defense systems and and social behavior. Using case studies, field trips, and disorders of the immune system. Prerequisites: BI121 and assorted media, students will both learn and apply a BI204, or permission of chairperson. Students may not take variety of methods used to understand the behavior of BI428 for credit after completing BI427. Offered as needed. organisms across m and beyond. Prerequisites: A BI437, 438 Biochemistry I & II 8 credits minimum of 12 credits of biology, including BI109, BI112, See description under CH311; 312. 3 hours lecture, or BI120. Recommended: BI203 and/or BI305. 3 hours laboratory, one year. BI490 Developmental Biology 4 credits BI439 Principles of Aquatic Biology 4 credits This course provides advanced instruction in the study of A study of the interrelationships of aquatic plants and modern developmental biology. It requires that the animals in marine, estuarine and freshwater ecosystems, interested student have a strong foundation in genetics, with an emphasis on invertebrate organisms, habitats, cell and molecular biology, and organismal biology. and niche. Laboratory and field work will include Through lecture/discussion, reading of the primary and 90 | Georgian Court University secondary literature, and well-designed laboratory • Students will demonstrate knowledge and experiences using “model” organisms typically application of fundamental concepts and the encountered in the modern study of animal development, theories of chemistry in five key areas of this course will offer students opportunity to gain chemistry, including physical, organic, inorganic, familiarity with modern analysis of developmental analytical chemistry, and biochemistry through processes, and an understanding of the mechanisms that course exams, American Chemical Society underlie animal development. Prerequisite: BI121 and standardized subject exams, and the Major Field BI204. Offered as needed. Test in Chemistry. For descriptions of courses taught at Rutgers University • Students will be given the opportunity to develop by Rutgers University faculty members, please visit skills related to effective communication, Including http://shrp.rutgers.edu both technical writing and oral presentations. For curriculum at Rutgers University’s School of Health • Students will be given the opportunity to develop Professions for the Clinical Laboratory Sciences and laboratory skills needed to confidently function in a Medical Imaging Sciences majors, see the Rutgers laboratory environment, including proper use of University Web site at basic scientific Instrumentation and equipment such http://shrp.rutgers.edu/affiliates/georgiancourt.html as balances, chemical glassware, pH meters, and UV-VIS spectrometers necessary to collect experimental data to evaluate substances and monitor chemical reactions. Students will demonstrate understanding of the safe handling

CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials. The chemistry and biochemistry programs provide the • Students will be given the opportunity to enhance opportunity for students to appreciate chemical science as their problem solving skills via real and scenario- an intrinsic part of their liberal arts education. An based scientific data analysis and interpretation. understanding of the beauty, order, and harmony of the Upon successful completion of this program, subject contributes much to a deeper understanding of the world in which we live. The implications of chemistry extend students will be prepared to evaluate experimental also to the realistic and practical fact that much public data, identify, and clearly state predictions that decision making rests upon the scientific sophistication of logically flow from a hypothesis and able to the citizenry. For these reasons, the department encourages propose how such predictions could be tested training in chemistry for all students. and/or validated. Students may elect to pursue a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree program in chemistry; or Major Sequence the Bachelor of Science degree program in biochemistry. Students who major in chemistry or biochemistry begin The degree in chemistry may be coupled with course their program with a laboratory-oriented introduction to work leading to Certification as a teacher of Physical the underlying principles of the discipline. This is followed Science (see the section: Teacher of a specific subject K– by an in-depth study of the chemistry elements, 12 and teacher of students with disabilities) compounds of carbon and other elements. Upper-level Students earning a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or coursework includes physical chemistry, quantum and biochemistry may confidently enter (1) graduate work in any computational chemistry, biochemistry, quantitative and branch of chemistry, medicine or dentistry, (2) a career as a instrumental methods with emphasis on laboratory teacher of physical science in elementary or secondary techniques, data analysis, and chemical information school, or (3) a career in government, science writing, literacy. Oral and written technical communication skills business, medical technology, pharmaceuticals or a wide development is an integral part of all courses with a variety of other positions in the occupational spectrum. capstone senior seminar presented by the students to the faculty members and students of the department. Program Student Learning Outcomes Students may also choose to participate in independent Chemistry and Biochemistry research projects with the professors. Upon successful completion of the program of studies for To continue as a chemistry or biochemistry major, a Chemistry or Biochemistry the student will receive a B.S. student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the or B.A. in Chemistry or a B.S. in Biochemistry and will completion of 16 credits of freshman and sophomore chemistry courses. have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals:

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 91 K–12 Teacher of Chemistry Certification MA116. Strongly recommended additional courses are CH334, CH301 and/or CH402. Students fulfill requirements for the baccalaureate degree in chemistry (B.A. or B.S.) and complete the required Chemistry professional courses in education. Please refer to the School of Education section of the catalog for details. B.A. degree: a minimum of 31 hours of credit is required Students must also pass the PRAXIS II subject tests in including CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224, CH241, Chemistry and General Science. CH304, CH331 or CH311, CH332, and CH420. Also required are PH121, PH122, MA115, and MA116. Honors Program The honors research program in chemistry is an PRE-MEDICAL, PRE-DENTISTRY, PRE-VETERINARY, opportunity for distinction, offered by the department, to OR PRE-PHARMACY those majors demonstrating exceptional ability and Students may major in chemistry or biochemistry. The commitment to the discipline. The program is by invitation students are required to take courses recommended by only. Students will be informed of their eligibility at the the professional school of their choice, as part of their beginning of the spring semester of the junior year. Upon curriculum. The professional school admission test such accepting the invitation, the students participate in an as MCAT, DAT, VCAT, or PCAT, should be taken during independent research project with a professor (CH350, the junior year. CH449 or CH450), for two semesters. Students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry who are in the Minor Sequence University Honors Program may choose independent research work with a professor (CH350H, CH449H, CH450H) Chemistry to meet their Honors Program requirements by contract. A minimum of 24 hours of credit is required including CH113, CH114, CH223, and CH224. At least 12 of these All chemistry and biochemistry majors are required to attend departmental seminars. hours must be earned at Georgian Court. All majors pursuing the chemistry or biochemistry degree COURSES are required to take the ETS Major Field Achievement Test in Chemistry before graduation. CH108 Environmental Chemistry 4 credits An introductory course that fulfills the general education GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY science requirements. The extraordinary role played by OF THE SCIENCES (PHILADELPHIA) DUAL DEGREE chemistry is illustrated by studying environmental topics. PROGRAMS Topics include pollution, ozone hole, global warming, Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or energy crisis, water purification, acid rain, and nuclear biochemistry from GCU and a doctoral degree from the energy. Basic concepts in the field of chemistry will also University of the Sciences (Philadelphia) in pharmacy or be discussed. 3 hours lecture, 3 hour laboratory. physical therapy in seven years after high school. For details about eligibility and coursework requirements, refer CH111 The World of Chemistry 4 credits to “Preparation for Careers in Engineering, Law, Medicine, An introductory course for non-science majors and Pharmacy and Physical Therapy” in this catalog. natural science majors that emphasizes the principles of chemistry, specifically the comprehensive laws that help Major Sequence explain how matter behaves through inquiry based Chemistry learning. The major theme explores the way in which B.S. degree: a minimum of 42 hours of credit is required molecules interact and how that explains the nature of including CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224, CH241, substances. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. CH304, CH331, CH332, CH334, CH402, CH420 and CH112 Chemistry in Your Life 4 credits CH411 or 413 or 416. Also required are PH121, PH122, Second part of a two semester sequence. An introductory MA115, and MA116. MA215 is strongly recommended. course for non-science majors and natural science majors that emphasizes the principles of chemistry, specifically Biochemistry the comprehensive laws that help explain how matter B.S. degree: a minimum of 42 hours of credit is required behaves through inquiry based learning. The major theme including CH113, CH114, CH223, CH224, CH241, explores the relations between molecular structure within CH304, CH311, CH312, CH331, CH332, CH416 and the body and their physiological functions. Offered in the CH420. Also required are BI121, BI204, and any one of spring semester. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. the following advanced biology courses: BI219, BI320, or Prerequisite: CH111. BI422. Also required are PH121, PH122, MA115, and

92 | Georgian Court University CH113 General Chemistry I 4 credits CH223 Organic Chemistry I 4 credits The first course of the two semester sequence The first of a two-semester sequence (CH223, CH224), (CH113,CH114), provides introduction to the systematic this course provides an introduction to the chemistry of study of the fundamental principles and concepts of carbon compounds—bonding, geometry, functional group chemistry. Topics include matter and measurement, classification and isomerism, common reaction atomic theory, molecular structure and bonding models, mechanisms and structure elucidation methods, and stoichiometric calculations, aqueous reaction chemistry, reactions and synthesis of hydrocarbons and halogenated states of matter, intermolecular interactions and thermo hydrocarbons. Laboratory work will include simple organic chemistry. Laboratory work is designed to develop an synthetic reactions, purification and identification of understanding of the experimental methods used to organic compounds with emphasis on the use of develop the theoretical basis of the science. Offered in instrumentation. Offered each fall. Prerequisite: CH114. the fall semester. Prerequisite: MA109 or eligibility to take 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. MA110 or MA115 on the college mathematics placement CH224 Organic Chemistry II 4 credits test. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 1 hour recitation. Building on the introduction to the chemistry of carbon CH114 General Chemistry II 4 credits compounds (CH223), this course focuses on the Building on the fundamental principles and concepts of spectroscopic structure elucidation methods (mass chemistry (CH113), this course introduces the study of spectrometry, UV-VIS, IR, and NMR spectroscopy) and various branches of chemistry – Inorganic, organic, reactions and synthesis of aromatic compounds, physical and nuclear chemistry including chemical oxygenated and nitrogenous compounds and natural equilibrium, acid-base equilibrium, kinetics, product chemistry. Laboratory work will include organic electrochemistry and chemical thermodynamics. synthesis and isolation of a natural product, with emphasis Laboratory presents a series of exercises that on the use of instrumentation (GC-MS, UV-VIS, and IR). demonstrate the chemical principles presented in lecture. Offered each spring. Prerequisite: CH223. 3 hours lecture, Offered in the spring semester. Prerequisite: CH113. 3 hours laboratory. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, 1 hour recitation. CH241 Quantitative Analysis 4 credits CH151 Chemistry for the Health Sciences 4 credits Applications of the principles of chemical equilibrium to Basic concepts of the three states of matter (solid, liquid the theory and techniques of titrimetric, gravimetric and and gas), composition of matter at the atomic and electrogravimetric procedures. Discussion of sample molecular level, nature of chemical changes involving preparation, method validation and emphasis on matter, properties of carbon compounds and their statistical treatment of data with the application of applications in a biological system-biochemistry of proteins, spreadsheets for data manipulation and presentation. carbohydrates, nucleic acids and lipids. The laboratory Prerequisite: CH114. 3 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. work will include hands-on experience in identifying a CH301 Chemical Instrumentation 2 credits chemical change, separating mixtures and reactions of Laboratory-based course designed to provide more biological chemicals. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. extensive hands-on experience in performing instrumental CH211 Chemistry of the Elements 4 credits based methods of analysis and identification. Experiments An in-depth study of the Table of Elements and the atomic, will employ spectroscopy (UV-VIS, IR, Fluorescence, AA, ionic and molecular nature of materials. Emphasis will be NMR), separations, (GC, GC/MS, HPLC) and placed on understanding the relationship between electrochemical methods. Prerequisites: CH224. Strongly composition/structure of matter and its physical and chemical recommended pre/corequisite: CH241. 4 hours laboratory. properties. The lecture introduces the most widely accepted CH304 Chemical Literature 2 credits theories on the origins and natural states of matter, and the Introduction to the sources of retrospective and current bonding models used to explain and anticipate material chemical information (i.e., primary peer reviewed properties. Descriptive chemistry will address the many literature, handbooks, abstracts, reviews, monographs, numerous, important commercial chemicals and industrial and compendiums), with emphasis on the techniques of processes. Laboratory presents a series of exercises that retrieval and evaluation of this information using on-line demonstrate the chemical principles presented in lecture. The databases (SciFinder, Science Direct), and the Internet. course is recommended for those planning to teach in the Preparation of scientific papers, literature reviews and physical sciences, but may be taken by non-science majors literary techniques. Prerequisites: CH224; 2 hours lecture. as well. Prerequisites: CH111 or CH114; Pre/corequisite Usually offered online. CH112. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 93 CH311 Biochemistry I 4 credits 1–4 credits depending on the duration of the experience. The first course of a two semester sequence (CH311, Junior or senior status required. CH312), this course provides an introduction to the CH350, 449, 450 Research in Chemistry/Biochemistry chemistry of macromolecules in biological systems I, II and III 2–3* credits including the structure and function of proteins, Provides the students an opportunity to participate in an carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; catalytic and independent research project under the guidance of a regulatory strategies of enzymes, membrane structure, professor (5 hours a week; hours to be arranged with the and signal transduction. Offered each fall. Prerequisites: professor). A technical paper covering the existing literature CH224. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. on the topic of research and results of the investigation has CH312 Biochemistry II 4 credits to be submitted. Assessment for this course is pass/fail. This Building on the introduction to the chemistry of biological course is open to junior and senior chemistry and macromolecules (CH311), this course focuses on the biochemistry majors. CH449 has a prerequisite of CH350. metabolism of carbohydrates (including glycolysis, CH450 has a prerequisite of CH449. gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway, glycogen *Students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry who are synthesis and degradation, the citric acid cycle, and in the University Honors Program may choose oxidative phosphorylation), lipids, amino acids and independent research work with a professor (Honors nucleic acids, and Gene replication and expression: DNA Program coursework by contract (CH350H, CH449H or structure, replication and repair; RNA synthesis and CH450H, 8 hours/week) and will receive a letter grade splicing; control of gene expression in prokaryotes and for the course. The course contract must be prepared with the professor and approved by the Honors Program eukaryotes. Offered each spring. Prerequisite: BI121 and director prior to starting the research work. CH311. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. CH401 Chemical Synthesis 2 credits CH331 Quantum Chemistry 4 credits The objective of this laboratory course is the development Principles of quantum chemistry including the following of advanced synthetic and analytical techniques. The topics: quantum approaches to atomic and molecular course is intended as a capstone experience for students structure, symmetry adopted linear combinations of primarily interested in entering the job market upon molecular orbitals, semi-empirical an ab initio methods, graduation. Students interested in graduate studies or rotational, vibrational, and electronic and magnetic research are strongly advised to choose Research in resonance spectroscopies and photochemistry. Chemistry as an alternative to this course. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CH224, PH122, MA116. 3 hours lecture, CH332 and CH334. 4 hours laboratory. 3 hours laboratory, 1 hour recitation. CH402 Instrumental Analysis 4 credits CH332 Reaction Dynamics 4 credits Theoretical principles and practical aspects of spectral, Principles of physical chemistry including electrochemical, chromatographic, colligative and nuclear thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium and reaction instrumentation. Discusses physical and chemical kinetics and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: CH224, properties of matter that make measurement possible. CH241, MA116; Pre/corequisite: PH122. 3 hours lecture, Laboratory experiences designed to familiarize the 3 hours laboratory, 1 hour recitation. student with the modern instruments and techniques used CH334 Inorganic Chemistry 4 credits in chemistry today. Prerequisite: CH241, Pre/corequisite In depth study of atomic theory and the periodic table, CH332. 3 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. main group and transition elements, molecular structure CH411 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 credits and bonding models, states of matter, solution chemistry, Selected topics of modern theoretical organic chemistry, acids and bases, equilibrium, kinetics, coordination and including photochemistry, pericyclic reactions and some organometallic chemistry, Group Theory and spectroscopy. aspects of physical organic chemistry, with emphasis on Laboratory experience includes synthesis and the use of current literature. Pre/corequisite: CH332. characterization of inorganic compounds. Pre/corequisite: CH413 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 credits CH223. 3 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. Nonmolecular solids, symmetry and structure, ligands CH345 Externship Program 1–4 credits and complexes, stereochemistry and bonding, electronic Provides the students with an industrial or advanced structures, including crystal field and ligand field theories, academic research experience. Students present chemistry of the main group elements and chemistry of research findings at an industrial or academic seminar the transition elements. Prerequisite: CH334; on-site and give a written report to the department. Pre/corequisite CH332. 94 | Georgian Court University CH416 Topics in Chemistry/Biochemistry 3 credits • Students will demonstrate knowledge and Topics will vary according to the area of specialization of application of the theories and application of the the professor teaching the course and the interest of the criminal justice program [the nature and causes students. Prerequisite: CH312 or CH332. of crime, major theoretical perspectives, empirical CH420 Chemistry/Biochemistry Seminar 1 credit findings, key concepts, institutions, and actors in This course is a capstone experience for majors in the field] through course exams and papers and chemistry or biochemistry that requires the students to in a self-designed major field test. unify the knowledge and skills learned in all other • Students will critically distinguish and evaluate courses. The course instruction focuses on planning, ethical and unethical arguments, behaviors, obtaining and organizing technical information from policy Implications, and research at all relevant primary and secondary journals to develop a review levels and identify best practices for avoiding article on a chosen topic. Skills needed to be an effective unethical behavior in a course case study speaker will also be discussed. The students will prepare involving professional ethics. a technical review article on a current topic and present a • Students will demonstrate an ability to apply seminar on this topic to the faculty and students of the scientific research methods (including statistical department. Pre/corequisite CH332. 1 hour lecture analysis) to criminological questions and to critique empirical research as part of a required research proposal that will be assessed according to an established rubric. • Students will demonstrate an ability to CRIMINAL JUSTICE communicate and present relevant information in regards to criminological or legal questions in The B.A. in Criminal Justice from Georgian Court course oral/poster presentations and debates University is a truly multidisciplinary degree designed to that will be assessed by peers and professors maximize student preparation for a rapidly expanding field according to established rubrics. of professional opportunities and research. • Students will demonstrate competency in Students who pursue a major in Criminal Justice at GCU recognizing multicultural/diversity issues as they will find that our faculty members are passionate about impact criminal justice theory, research, practice, their areas of scholarship and professional experiences in and policy across space, populations, and time in the field. We aim to instill in our students the ability to a course statement of personal philosophy think critically about criminal justice systems and a desire related to the profession. to act with extraordinary integrity and professionalism. • Students will demonstrate preparation for Our curriculum is designed with social justice and the employment, including an ability to work development of concrete and translatable skills in mind. effectively and collaborate with others in a course Such skills include the ability to communicate effectively journal of practicum experiences. verbally and in writing, to understand strategies and tools Major Sequence of effective problem solving, and to evaluate the impact of diversity on criminal justice systems. A minimum of 42 credits is required for the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. Students who have no applied Graduates of our criminal justice program will be equipped experience in the field must also complete an additional 3-credit internship. for careers in local, state or federal government agencies; law; consulting, security, research, international agencies, Core requirements include 14 courses, required of all social services, corrections, and nonprofit organizations. majors: CJ111, CJ200/SO200, CJ212, CJ213, CJ225, CJ331, CJ335, CJ495, PS320, SO101, SO201, SO167 or Program Student Learning Outcomes AN112, and two CJ electives. Students who have no Upon successful completion of studies for Criminal applied experience in a work or voluntary capacity in a criminal justice agency or related organization will also be Justice, the student will receive a B.A. in Criminal Justice required to complete a 15th course, CJ333. and will have given evidence of the following outcomes Students are required to take the following general and goals. education course: MA103. World Language is required; Spanish is strongly recommended. Another language may be substituted with the approval of the student’s advisor.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 95 Departmental Honors: Criminal Justice Minor Requirements Criminal Justice Minor (18 credits): SO101, CJ111, To be eligible the student must have an earned GPA in criminal justice major courses of 3.5 and an overall GPA of CJ200/SO200, CJ212 or CJ213, and any two 3.5, and have completed at least 5 courses in the major. 300-level CJ, AN, or SO electives. To remain in the program the student must maintain an Global Justice & Society Minor (18 credits): CJ111, CJ213, overall GPA of 3.5; attend one conference, seminar, or any four 300-level Global Justice and Society external event in their senior year or before; and courses (chosen from the list above), and any complete an independent research project under the other Global Justice and Society course. supervision of a faculty member to be submitted for Law Enforcement & Corrections Minor (18 credits): CJ111, presentation and/or publication. CJ212, any two 300-level Law Enforcement Transfer Requirements and Corrections courses (chosen from the list above), and any other two Law Enforcement A minimum of 21 credits in the major must be completed and Corrections courses. at GCU.

Concentrations in Criminal Justice Politics, Law & History See description and requirements in catalog Section X: Criminal justice majors who would like to focus on courses Interdisciplinary Minors. specific to their career or academic interests may elect to do a concentration in one of two areas: Global Justice & COURSES Society or Law Enforcement & Corrections. Students Criminal Justice wanting to add a concentration take four courses in either group listed below; two of the four may count towards the CJ110 Writing in Criminal Justice 1 credit electives required for the major. Concentrations are an This course develops the fundamental skills necessary to elective part of their major. Students may request to take write academic essays, reports, and papers in the field of alternate courses (e.g. in other departments, special topics criminal justice and the social sciences. It familiarizes courses) relevant to the concentration upon department students with the importance of writing clearly and chair and advisor approval. Note: Several Special Topics concisely. This course is designed to assist students in courses that are regularly offered will also count toward learning how to interpret and paraphrase the ideas, these concentrations. concepts, and findings of authors’ works and how to properly cite using APA style. It also familiarizes students Global Justice & Society with the different types of plagiarism and instructs CJ313 U.S. Constitutional Law students how to write ethically. CJ351 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems CJ111 The Criminal Justice System 3 credits CJ355 Political Violence and Terrorism An in-depth analysis from the initial police-citizen contact CJ365 International Human Rights Law to the final resolution of the encounter. Specific areas to CJ375 Global Justice and Law be covered include stop and search, the arrest process, CJ398 Torture processing of the offender, bail, interrogation, SO304 Globalization arraignment, plea-bargaining, trial, and post-conviction PO211 American National Government activity. The course will concentrate on the social aspects SW253 Human Rights & Social Justice of both the people and the procedures involved. Offered Law Enforcement & Corrections as needed. CJ221 Forensics CJ200/SO200 Theories of Crime 3 credits CJ343 Criminal Investigations Crime and delinquency as a social phenomenon. The CJ231 Juvenile Justice nature and extent of crime and delinquency in the United CJ337 Community Corrections States, a review of the most popular theories of crime IH335 Integrative Stress Management & Health causation and the social factors that influence its PO221 State & Local Government existence from early biological theories to modern social- PO211 American National Government cultural theories, specific factors of gender, race, social PS321 Criminal Profiling class, etc., are discussed in detail. Prerequisite: CJ111 and SO101, or permission of instructor.

96 | Georgian Court University CJ212 Introduction to Corrections 3 credits student will have begun to develop the tools (a letter of An analysis of the correctional processing of criminals in introduction, a résumé, a portfolio, interview training, “My the United States. Areas covered include the philosophy Ten Points,” and more) for an internship. The same tools of punishment, the early history of corrections, a history of will continue to be improved for the career search. During corrections in America, types of correctional facilities, this course, students will be critiqued by the director of alternative correctional procedures, including probation criminal justice internships and learn from each other and community correction programs. Prerequisite: CJ111, (e.g., other students’ experiences and advice). SO101 or permission of instructor. Offered as needed. Recommended for sophomores. Prerequisites: Open to CJ213 Criminal Law & Practice 3 credits criminal justice majors and minors only. Permission from An in-depth examination of criminal law and its practice in instructor required. the United States. Specific attention will be given to the CJ313 U.S. Constitutional Law 3 credits Bill of Rights and Supreme Court decisions. Material will This course considers the role of the U.S. Constitution cover, federal, state and local applications appropriate for within the U.S. legal system, with a particular emphasis on law enforcement and correctional professionals. its relationship to criminal justice. We cover history, legal Prerequisite: CJ111 or permission of instructor. Offered skills, and principles that govern constitutional law and then as needed. focus on Equal Protection under the U.S. Constitution. The CJ221 Introduction to Forensic Science 3 credits course explores interpretation and evaluation of the First, An introduction to the rapidly growing field of forensic Second, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Eighth Amendments. In investigation in the criminal justice system. It will cover regard to each of these, we seek a firm understanding of many aspects of forensic evidence collection and analysis constitutional law and relevant theory in addition to with some hands-on applications. The course offers basic comprehension of the social context of the law. Topical forensic techniques as practiced in law enforcement and issues and contemporary debates will be covered related agencies. An advanced course in forensics with throughout the semester with a focus on knowledge, laboratory analysis is offered periodically. Prerequisites: application, and evaluation of the law. Prerequisites: CJ111, CJ213. CJ111 and CJ213, or permission of instructor. CJ225 Gender & Crime 3 credits CJ331 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3 credits The role of gender in the criminal justice system Is An introduction to methodology employed in social explored. The course will focus on women as victims, science research with emphasis on techniques offenders and in career roles in the system itself. An appropriate to the field of criminal justice. The course will analysis of the changing roles of men and women in include the selection of research questions, hypotheses society, new legal and cultural perspectives and and definitions, research design, the gathering and contemporary gender issues in the context of crime and analysis of data, drawing conclusions and presentation of justice will also be examined. Prerequisite: CJ111. findings. The writing of a research proposal and sources of funding will be discussed. Student presentation to CJ231 Juvenile Justice 3 credits demonstrate learned skills required. Prerequisite: SO201. An introduction to the field of juvenile justice from its historical roots to present-day activities and operation. CJ333 Internship in Criminal Justice 3 credits The philosophical and legal differences from the adult A mandatory course requirement for all students who have criminal justice system will be explored and analyzed no present or previous employment or voluntary from a behavioral perspective. An examination of the participation in an organization or agency directly involved organization and dynamics of the system as well as the in criminal justice activity. Eligibility for a waiver of this role of professionals in allied organizations will be requirement will be decided on a case-by-case basis by considered. An emphasis will be placed on alternative the program director. Interns will be assigned and solutions to juvenile misbehavior and future trends in the evaluated by the department in cooperation with a system. Prerequisite: CJ111. participating agency. Participants will be expected to average approximately eight hours per week in direct CJ233 Internship Exploration in Criminal Justice 1 credit agency involvement, and discuss their activities weekly CJ233 Internship Exploration is a course which will initiate with the instructor. Research paper required. Prerequisite: the Criminal Justice Internship. The student will emerge permission of internship coordinator. from CJ233 Internship Exploration with a personal priority listing for an internship. The student will have acquired the contact and application information. In addition, the

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 97 CJ335 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice 3 credits comparable to ours, i.e., Canada, Ireland, Great Britain, An analysis of ethical and moral issues in the criminal and Western Europe. The course also includes selected justice system. The roots of philosophical policy, evolution examination of criminal justice tradition and practices in and modification, influences of economic, cultural and authoritarian, third world and emerging nations. The role of political factors and some major dilemmas in today’s world. culture and custom, political and religious ideologies is The ethical decisions affecting law enforcement, included. Prerequisite: CJ111 or permission of instructor. corrections and criminal processing will be discussed. Restricted to only juniors and seniors. Specific contemporary issues will be addressed such as CJ353 Victimology 3 credits gun control, racial and gender bias, citizen rights, use of An examination of the criminal justice system as it deals force, vehicle pursuit, interrogation, treatment of prisoners, with the victim. Included is an analysis of the types of etc. Prerequisite: CJ331. victimization, unwilling and willing participants and the CJ337 Community Justice Programs 3 credits offender as victim. Also to be explored is the concept of This course will combine an analysis of the relationship of group victimization; the larger society and subcultures. The the police and the community as well as the development social, legal and psychological impact of victimization, of the role of the community in the field of adjudication and victim’s rights and services, compensation and techniques corrections. The former will explore past and present of victim avoidance will be examined. The role of the victim partnering of police and citizens in law enforcement, crime in the criminal justice process; impact statements, control and prevention. The latter will analyze the growth, participation in plea-bargaining and sentencing will be activity, and effectiveness of community and specialized discussed. Prerequisites: CJ200/SO200. courts and correctional programs including probation, CJ355 Political Crimes & Terrorism 3 credits parole, and community service. Prerequisite: CJ212. This course will analyze the concepts of political CJ343 Criminal Investigation 3 credits criminality and terrorism. It will cover both the This course explores the nature and process of criminal international and domestic activities of those who use investigation. It will include a theoretical framework as terror as a political weapon. Included will be an well as the practical application of techniques employed examination of radical terrorist groups from both left and to conduct a competent investigation. The role of the right. State-sponsored terrorism, death squads, citizen investigator as first responder, the collection of evidence, subjugation and genocide will also be explored. note taking and report writing, and the gathering of Homegrown activities within our society are included with information from witnesses, victims and suspects will be a goal toward developing strategies for prevention and explored. The organization of investigative findings, court control. Prerequisites: CJ200/SO200. preparation and testifying in criminal trials will be CJ361 Private Security Systems 3 credits examined. The public information role of investigators will An introduction to the rapidly growing field of private also be discussed. Prerequisite: CJ213. security and protection of the infrastructure. The course CJ345 Organized Crime 3 credits will examine the history and growth of these systems, An in-depth analysis of the nature and extent of organized including investigations, and surveillance. Practices and criminal behavior in the United States. The course will procedures utilized as part of security programs at explore the history and development of the criminal various levels of commercial, private sector, and networks which have been woven into the fabric of our government organizations. The selection, training and society. The orientation of the course is to separate fact supervision of private security personnel will be from fiction and myth and to present an up-to-date account discussed. Prerequisites: CJ200/SO200. of the involvement of organized crime in both illegal and CJ365 International Human Rights Law 3 credits legal enterprises. Strategies to restrict and control their This course explores the substance of international influence as well as possible future areas of criminality will human rights in addition to theoretical and political be discussed. Prerequisites: CJ200/SO200. considerations relevant to the subject. Students cover the CJ351 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems 3 credits concept of human rights and ethical issues related to use An analysis of criminal justice systems cross-culturally. of human rights law, the structure of international and Global and International aspects are involved. The course regional human rights protection and systems, sources of will examine the legal basis, organizational structure and international human rights, and application at the application of criminal justice practices in various parts of international and domestic levels. Intended for juniors and the world. Topical areas will begin with systems somewhat seniors. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

98 | Georgian Court University CJ375 Global Justice & Law 3 credits liberal arts foundation that will prepare you for the many This course covers global efforts to provide accountability careers available in the arts. for human rights abuses through various mechanisms Given the breadth of opportunities in the arts world, (including courts and truth commissions), particularly after students may also combine the dance major with a second a country has experienced conflict or authoritarian rule. major/minor in art, music, exercise science, The course introduces fundamental themes of global communications, psychology or business in order to pursue careers in such areas as dance/movement therapy, justice and the relatively new field of transitional justice, dance criticism, owning/operating a dance studio, dance addressing central debates surrounding efforts to end medicine, and arts administration. impunity, recognize the suffering of victims of conflict, and Upon graduation, dance majors may choose to pursue confront the past as a means to avoid repetition. Complex careers, such as performing with dance companies or conceptual questions will be raised related to the themes theater groups; operating their own dance studios; of justice, truth, victimization, reparation, forgiveness, and serving as teachers or administrators in the private reconciliation. Intended for juniors and seniors. sector. If they have combined their dance studies with Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. minors in other disciplines, their career potential will expand to include areas such as communications, CJ398 Selected Topics in Criminal Justice 1–3 credits counseling, and business. They may also choose to This course will offer in-depth analysis of various aspects attend graduate school to teach in or administrate dance of criminal justice. Different topical areas will be selected programs in higher education or to pursue other dance- each time offered. Prerequisite: CJ111 or permission of related careers, such as dance therapy or dance instructor. One semester. Offered as needed. medicine, arts management or to expand their knowledge into a different direction. CJ495 Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice 3 credits Dance majors must complete 54 credits of required This course fulfills the college requirement for a senior courses within the department in order to earn the experience. The course will cover a variety of topics Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in dance. Students may initiated by the instructor and/or the students into areas choose from two emphases within the major: performance that may not have been presented in other courses. or non-performance. Wellness, women’s studies, and Extensive, independent senior level student research; global components are integrated in the major courses research paper required class presentation. Prerequisite: wherever appropriate. CJ331 or permission of instructor. Offered as needed. Program Student Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the program of studies for Dance, the student will receive a B.A. in Dance and will have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: DANCE • Students will demonstrate accomplished techniques in various modalities of dance and The major in dance will allow you to: mastery in personal performance forms. • develop mastery in ballet, modern, and jazz techniques; • Students will develop skills to support leadership • cultivate knowledge of the history, theory and in the world of dance evoking the wisdom of the aesthetics of dance, to this purpose we offer courses body imagination and creative thinking. in dance history, theory, choreography, movement • Students will plan performances and analysis, aesthetics, pedagogy, performance, choreographic experiences that involve effective production, anatomy, and kinesiology; communication, teamwork, and coaching of others • work as performing artists, teachers, choreographers, toward their personal vision in choreography. and researchers; • Students will demonstrate competency in • build upon the oral and written communication skills, academic research that will benefit the critical thinking skills, and scholarly research skills profession, its history, and its current social and supported by our liberal arts curriculum ; and political issues. • develop skills for leadership in the world of dance evoking the wisdom of the body and imagination, Major Sequence being a conscious artist that creates movement for a Students will complete a placement evaluation during the better world. first week of school, and will be placed in the appropriate The dance major is designed to offer students the technique level accordingly. Required courses for the opportunity to pursue their professional and personal major include passion. The dance program is combined with a strong Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 99 DA100 Dance Essentials and Wellness (3) DA221 Ballet II DA116 Technical Applications for the Stage (1) DA250 Choreography I DA117 Lighting Design for Dance (1) DA231 Modern Dance II DA150 Dance Improvisation (2) DA280 Kinesiology and Experiential Anatomy DA201 History of Dance (3) DA150 Dance Improvisation DA202 Music for Dance (3) DA250 Choreography I (3) Dance Therapy ES220 Introduction to Nutrition (3) The dance therapy minor will supplement majors such as DA280 Kinesiology and Experiential Anatomy (3) Dance, Music, Education, Psychology, Education, Special DA360 Laban Movement Analysis (3) Education, and anyone interested in movement used as a DA400 Senior Capstone (3) or therapeutic intervention. This is an interdisciplinary minor DA450 Senior Choreographic Project (3) offering courses from dance and psychology. It consists of DA471 Internship (1) 23 credits: 12 credits from psychology and 11 from dance. PS111 Introduction to Psychology (3) or Performance Track PS113 Foundations of Psychology (3) Students who choose a performance emphasis must take PS221 Child and Adolescent Development (3) 18 credits of Ballet or Modern technique at the 300 level PS223 Psychopathology (3) (Prerequisite: PS111 or above, including at least one semester of DA321 Ballet or PS113) III and DA331 Modern Dance III. Students must also PS270 Theories of Personality (3) (Prerequisite: PS114) complete DA350 Choreography II, and two consecutive DA310 Introduction to Dance Therapy (3) semesters of Dance Ensemble (DA370 or DA470). DA410 Dance Therapy (3) DA150 Dance Improvisation (2) Non-Performance Track DA360 Laban Movement Analysis (3)

Students who follow a non-performance emphasis must COURSES take 16 credits of Ballet or Modern Technique at the 200 level or above, including one semester of DA221 Ballet II DA100 Dance Essentials & Wellness 3 credits and DA231 Modern II. In addition to the required courses Introduction to dance including exploration of career for the major, students choose 9 credits in an area of options and issues, covering recent history and theory as interest such as choreography, history, criticism, therapy, well as aesthetics of dance forms; ballet and theater arts administration, production, or business. The non- terminology, dance psychology, basic music analysis, performance track is designed for students who are double majors. wellness and injury prevention will also be covered. Offered fall. Dance majors are required to take Ballet and Modern Technique every semester either for credit or dance audit. DA110 Entry to Dance as Art 3 credits A percentage of the grade of each dance technique This introductory course is designed to experience and course reflects the student’s technical competency, as appreciate dance as a creative, intellectual, educational, assessed by the stated competency skills for the course. cultural, somatic experience and technical discipline. The Students who receive an A in the technical component of course will include individual and group projects that will their grade will be eligible for promotion to the next level focus on self-expression, observation, movement of technique. analysis, experiential activities, readings and discussion. It is the department’s policy that any course in which a There is no formal dance training required for this course. major receives a grade lower than a B- cannot be applied toward the major requirements. DA116 Technical Applications for the Stage 1 credit Introduction to the workings and management of the Minor Sequences theater, with a primary focus on backstage operations, Dance equipment and safety. Topics include rigging, lighting and The dance minor is a 21-credit minimum. It is geared electricals, sound, scenery basics, and stage and theater toward the entering first-year student with intermediate management. Offered spring. technical skills, who wishes to major in another discipline DA117 Lighting Design for Dance 1 credit while studying dance. Required courses include: The basics of designing for the theater, with emphasis on DA100 Dance Essentials and Wellness design for dance. The majority of the course will focus on DA201 History of Dance lighting, but will also include scenic and sound design. Offered spring. Prerequisite DA116. 100 | Georgian Court University The two production courses above are 7.5-week classes movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA141 or permission and are required to be taken in the same semester. DA116 of instructor. meets first session, DA117 meets second session. DA250 Choreography I 3 credits DA121 Ballet I 2 credits Introduction to the art of making dance, including study of Fundamentals of ballet technique, with emphasis on dance structures and the elements of time, space, shape, placement and alignment of the body, and turnout. Class and energy. Work will progress through solo will include barre work, stretches, simple adagio, and assignments, performance, and analysis. Prerequisite: allegro movements. DA150. Offered each fall. DA131 Modern Dance I 2 credits DA280 Kinesiology & Experiential Anatomy 3 credits Fundamental concepts of modern dance technique, with This course is directed to dance majors and will focus on emphasis on anatomical principals of the body, alignment, the science of human motion with particular emphasis on and awareness of body moving through space. The course human biomechanics, neural integration of movement, will increase the student’s strength, flexibility, and injury prevention and performance enhancement. Initial coordination through stationary and traveling exercises. focus of the course will be on the design and DA141 Jazz Dance I 2 credits biomechanics of joints relevant to dancers. Bony Fundamentals of jazz dance technique, including work on landmarks; ligaments; muscle mechanics, including correct alignment, isolation of body parts, increasing origins and insertions; neural innervations; and motor flexibility and coordination, and simple phrases. learning will all be addressed. Special topics in bone, DA150 Dance Improvisation 2 credits joint, muscle, and neural physiology as they relate to Studio course using movement studies to allow the injury prevention for the dancer will then be covered. An student to develop creativity and spontaneous decision- integral part of the course will be experiential. Throughout making skills. Course will include movement exploration, the course, students will be introduced to variety of spatial and time studies, solo and group work developing theories on somatic practice, whose purpose is to change trust and cooperation as well as self-confidence and mental and physical action to produce a healthier and mental flexibility. more balanced moving body. Studio experience, personal exploration, and reading and writing assignments will help DA201 History of Dance 3 credits to reinforce academic concepts, as well as develop Development of dance as an art form, including work and thought processes that integrate and enact change in the influence of major choreographers and major dancers in student’s neural, muscular and skeletal system. All of ballet, modern, and jazz. Offered spring. which will contribute to enhanced personal performance DA202 Music for Dance 3 credits and longevity in the enjoyment of dance participation. Fundamentals of music theory, analysis of rhythms Prerequisite: BI111, BI213, or BI214 or equivalent. related to movement, and elements of music for DA310 Dance/Movement Therapy: accompanying dance. Fundamentals 3 credits DA221 Ballet II 2 credits This course is designed to be an introduction to the field Continuing study of ballet technique at an intermediate of dance/movement therapy within an historical and level, with progressive work on alignment, awareness of practical context. How dance/movement therapists have shape, strength, flexibility, coordination, and musicality. worked and how is it applicable to today will be Prerequisite: DA121 or permission of instructor. addressed. Marian Chase, Blanche Evans, Trudi Schoop, DA231 Modern Dance II 2 credits Mary Whitehouse and others are experientially explored. Continuing study of modern dance technique at an Body-mind interconnectedness, creative expression, self- intermediate level, with progressive work on static and awareness and nonverbal communication will be dynamic alignment, awareness of shape, strength, flexibility, examined. Course work will also include practice labs, coordination, musicality, floor work, movement initiation and relevant readings, and a culminating paper which connections, and more complex movement sequences. articulates the student’s experience and emerging Prerequisite: DA131 or permission of instructor. understanding and interest of the material. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. DA241 Jazz Dance II 2 credits Continuing study of jazz dance technique, with DA321 Ballet III 3 credits progressive work on alignment, strength, flexibility, Advanced level of study of ballet technique, continuing coordination, musicality, and increasingly complex work on strength, dynamics, musicality, endurance, and

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 101 accuracy. Additionally, performance and movement DA400 Senior Capstone 3 credits interpretation will be addressed, working with complex Students will define their philosophy and integrate movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA221 or permission experience, culminating in a thesis. Professional of instructor. development mentoring will be a component. DA331 Modern Dance III 3 credits DA410 Dance Move Therapy: Working Advanced level of study of modern dance technique, w/Groups 3 credits continuing work on strength, full range of movement, In this course methods of working with groups will be dynamics, musicality, endurance, and accuracy. studied and experienced. Students can expect to facilitate Performance and personal movement style and techniques and methods from the field of interpretation will be addressed, working with complex dance/movement therapy, and to explore their own movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA231 or permission process while experiencing therapeutic movement forms. of instructor. Coursework will also include in-class supervision, DA341 Jazz Dance III 2 credits relevant readings, journal writing, and a culminating Advanced level of study of jazz dance technique, paper, which articulates the students emerging clinical continuing work on strength, dynamics, musicality, interests and preferences. endurance, and accuracy. Performance and movement DA421 Ballet IV 3 credits interpretation will be addressed, working with complex Advanced level of study of ballet technique, continuing movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA241 or permission work on strength, dynamics, musicality, endurance, and of instructor. accuracy. Additionally, performance and movement DA350 Choreography II 3 credits interpretation will be addressed, working with complex Advanced course in the art of making dance. movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA321 or permission Assignments will include work with groups, culminating of instructor. with students choreographing a work for performance. DA431 Modern Dance IV 3 credits Prerequisite: DA250. Offered spring. Advanced level of study of modern dance technique, DA355 Selected Topics 1–3 credits continuing work on strength, full range of movement, An advanced course to explore specialization topics in dynamics, musicality, endurance, and accuracy. depth, as determined by faculty. Performance and personal movement style and interpretation will be addressed, working with complex DA360 Laban Movement Analysis 3 credits movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA331 or permission Introduction to the study of the theories and principals of of instructor. human movement developed by Rudolph Laban, including his work on Effort/Shape, Space, and DA441 Jazz Dance IV 2 credits Labanotation, a written notation system for movement. Advanced level of study of jazz dance technique, Prerequisite: DA250. continuing work on strength, dynamics, musicality, endurance, and accuracy. Performance and movement DA365 Independent Study 1–3 credits interpretation will be addressed, working with complex Supervised work in a chosen field, such as performance, movement sequences. Prerequisite: DA341 or permission choreography, history, etc. of instructor. DA370 Dance Ensemble 1–2 credits DA450 Choreography Project 3 credits Participation in the department’s student performance Students will choreograph their own performance piece, group, including weekly rehearsals and public and support their work by completing a written statement performance. Prerequisite: Dance major or minor, and about the process and final product. Professional acceptance by audition. May be repeated each semester development mentoring will be a component. for credit. Prerequisites: DA250 and DA350. DA372 Practicum in Dance 0 credits DA470 Dance Ensemble 2 credits Participation and practice in the department performance Participation in the department’s student performance ensembles, including weekly rehearsals and public group, including weekly rehearsals and public performance. Could be repeated each semester, restricted performance. Prerequisite: Dance major or minor, and to three sections per semester or less. Prerequisite: Dance acceptance by audition. major or minor and acceptance by audition.

102 | Georgian Court University DA471 Internship in Dance 1–3 credits Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Literature (3) Off-campus experience in areas such as dance EN312 Heroes, Myths, and Monsters education, performance and choreography, arts EN313 Medieval Literature administration, dance therapy, and production. EN314 Chaucer: Bawds and Churls

Renaissance Literature (3) EN301 Shakespeare I: Of Kings & Lovers EN302 Shakespeare II: Deception and Betrayal ENGLISH EN315 Shakespeare & the Theater of Violence & Obsession The English major aims to enrich the student’s intellectual life by offering a wide and varied program that includes British Literature (3) English, American, and world literature, as well as critical, EN316 17th-Century Literature creative, and professional writing. EN317 18th-Century Literature By presenting the best of both ancient and modern EN318 Romantic Literature literature and by encouraging writing talent, the English faculty helps students develop a lifelong interest in EN319 Victorian Literature literature and the power of the word; strengthen EN325 Modern British Literature independent judgment; cultivate perceptive thinking, EN326 Contemporary British Literature speaking, and writing; and prepare for further study and future careers in a variety of fields. American Literature (3) Students will demonstrate EN310 American Drama EN321 American Renaissance • competency in critical and/ or creative written work; EN322 American Realism • effective oral communication skills on select topics related EN323 Modern American Literature to British, American, multi-ethnic, and world literature; EN324 Contemporary American Literature • perceptive thinking through formalist analysis and other EN327 Make It New: Modern American Poetry critical reading strategies in presentations or papers; • competency in research skills and MLA documentation; Multi-Ethnic Literature (3) • a comprehension of the ways texts may reflect, EN370 Pacific Crossings: Asian-American Literature comment on, and influence their social, historical, and EN375 Natives & Strangers: Multi-Ethnic Literature cultural context. of the U.S. EN376 We Are Made of Words: Native American Program Student Learning Outcomes Literatures Upon successful completion of the program of studies for EN418 African Diaspora English, the student will receive a B.A. in English and will have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: Senior Seminar (6) • Students will regularly submit critical literary EN429 Bookends: A Global Literature Seminar analysis and/or creative essays in required EN430 Senior Seminar English program courses. Electives (15) • Students will give oral presentations based on course readings, assigned research, and Majors are required to submit a final portfolio and earn a critical analysis protocols in required English final grade point average of at least 2.5 in the major in order to successfully graduate with an English major. program courses. • Students will develop perceptive thinking, critical Writing Concentration reading strategies, and/or awareness of historical This concentration offers students the opportunity to context through research and assignments in sharpen their writing skills in a variety of scholarly, required English program courses. creative, and professional genres. Students learn about the practical requirements of writing with different Major Sequence technologies and for different media, while exploring their Beyond basic degree requirements, 39 semester hours of creativity in collaboration with faculty and peers. Since English are required for the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) this track prepares students for jobs in a variety of fields, degree in English, including including advertising, publishing, editing, and marketing, an internship experience (EN299 or EN405) is required. EN300 Gateways to Literary Study (3) The concentration also offers a strong foundation for

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 103 students planning to pursue an M.F.A. in creative writing. Writing English Major Course Requirements (24); see above Eighteen semester hours are required in writing courses above EN111; EN112 Academic Writing and Research I Additional requirements for the Writing Concentration (10–12 credits): and II or the equivalent. Courses taken for the minor may not also count toward the major. At least half the required Required: courses must be taken at Georgian Court. The following EN405 Internship (3) or EN299 Student Practicum (1) courses are required: EN230/CM230 and EN250. Four Choose three courses: electives must be chosen from the following courses: EN210 Writing for the Mass Media EN210/CM210, EN213/CM213, EN215, EN221, EN213 News Writing & Reporting EN222/CM222, EN225, EN299/CM299, EN420 (with EN215 Creative Writing advisor approval), EN341/CM341. EN221 Argument: Rhetoric and Research English majors may not use courses they are counting for EN222 Digital News Editing their major to fulfill writing minor requirements. EN225 Topics in Writing EN230 Writing on the Web COURSES EN250 The Power of Grammar EN101 Grammar Intensive I 1 credit EN341 Public Relations Writing An intensive study of the form and function of English EN416 History, Structure and Phonology of English grammar and conventions necessary in academic and English Electives (3–5 courses): professional writing and speaking. Students will learn Electives may be chosen from any of the EN concepts of grammar, sentence structure, punctuation and offerings, EN113 or higher. mechanics in order to communicate about and strengthen Students who minor in writing cannot choose the their writing and speaking skills. They will also identify writing concentration. individual areas in need of improvement. 1 hour lecture.

Teacher of English Certification EN105,106 Essentials of Academic Writing I & II 3–6 credits The usual English major sequence is followed. English Support in developing efficient writing skills, critical majors seeking NJ teacher certification are encouraged to consider the following English electives for the major: reading/thinking skills, strong sentence-level skills, and EN250, EN260, EN264, and EN416 when offered. For basics in MLA documentation style, in preparation for required professional courses in education, please refer success in EN111. These developmental writing courses to the School of Education section of this catalog. count towards the degree but do not fulfill the university Department Honors: English writing requirement. Prerequisite for EN106: Placement or a grade of C or better in EN105. Students who wish to earn departmental honors as English majors must meet the following requirements: EN111 Academic Writing & Research I 3 credits Practice in the process and production of academic A. To be eligible, the student must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and have completed 18–21 credits in English with a writing and research. Emphasis on the major strategies minimum of 3.5 GPA. for organizing expository and persuasive writing, the relationship of the writer and audience, and the use of B. Eligible students will enroll in 300/400 level designated honors courses in consultation with the department chair. documented supporting evidence. An argument-based Students will choose a subject for research in collaboration research paper is required and completed under with a faculty mentor. Reading, research and writing will be supervision. Basic oral presentation skills are introduced under the direction of the mentor. The completed Honors and integrated into class activities. This course fulfills the Thesis will be presented before the department (students university writing requirement. Offered yearly. and faculty), and at a public forum such as Academic Prerequisite: Placement or a grade of C or better in Excellence Night or a regional meeting. EN106. Students must earn a grade of C or better to Minor Sequences meet general education requirement.

English EN112 Academic Writing & Research II 3 credits Eighteen credit hours are required, including EN300 and Practice in the process and production of academic two other courses at the 300 level or above taken at writing and research. Emphasis on the major strategies Georgian Court. Only courses EN113 and higher will count for organizing expository and persuasive writing, the toward the total number of credits required for the minor. relationship of the writer and audience, and the use of

104 | Georgian Court University documented supporting evidence. An argument-based themes of colonialism, nationalism, gender, diaspora, research paper is required and completed under exile and migration will be explored. Prerequisite: EN111 supervision. Basic oral presentation skills are introduced or equivalent or EN221. and integrated into class activities. Offered yearly. EN210/CM210 Writing for the Mass Media 3 credits Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EN111. An introduction to the principles and techniques of writing EN113,114 American Literature I & II 3–6 credits for various forms and genres of mass media: print, Study of cultural trends in American literature from broadcast, electronic, news, advertising, public relations. Puritanism to Transcendentalism to Modernism and the Course includes discussion of readings, analysis of model post-1945 period; particular emphasis on form and writing, individual and collaborative writing projects, peer content of major works. Applicable to American Studies editing, and use of computers and technology. minor. One year; 3 credits each semester. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221. EN111 or equivalent or EN221. EN213/CM213 News Writing & Reporting 3 credits EN115,116 World Literature I & II 3–6 credits Introduction to contemporary American journalism, A broadening of perspective through the study of great combined with practical experience in basic newspaper literature, both European and from other regions, which was writing and editing. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent not originally written in English. One year, 3 credits each or EN221. semester. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221. EN215 Creative Writing 3 credits EN150 Career Paths for English Majors 1 credit An individualized approach to the student’s creative In this course, students will be expose to the limitless writing in a workshop environment. Students explored career available to English majors. Each week, two genres such as the short story, poetry, nonfiction, different guest speakers from a wide range of industries screenwriting, or drama. Prerequisites: EN111 or will discuss how they translated their education into equivalent or EN221. career success. Representatives from publishing, EN217,218 Women in Literature I & II 3 credits marketing, sales, law, business, and the helping A comprehensive, chronological survey of the literary professions will speak to the class about their career tradition regarding women from the Middle Ages to the journeys, as well as discuss what they look for when present. The first semester generally explores the British hiring candidates today. Students will be asked to think tradition; the second semester the American tradition. about their own career aspirations and design a career Emphasis on the relationship of women to society, women action plan to help them achieve their goals. writers and the developing tradition of feminist literary EN175 British Literature I 3 credits criticism. Either course may be taken. Applicable to This course provides a survey of British literature from the Women’s Studies minor. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent Anglo-Saxon period to the 18th century. The focus will or EN221, and any 100-level English literature course. include various literary modes. In the process of EN221 Honors Argument: Rhetoric & Research 3 credits examining these literary modes of inquiry, the course will Learn to analyze and produce arguments. Strengthen cover historical, linguistical, and cultural aspects of the critical reading and thinking skills while practicing close various literary periods. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent analysis, using supporting evidence, and developing or EN221. logically organized papers that appeal to various EN176 British Literature II 3 credits audiences for various purposes. Emphasis on Study of the cultural trends in British literature from the strengthening writing style and research skills. Romantic Period to the present day. The focus includes Prerequisite: Placement in University Honors Program (in first- and second-generation romanticism, the women’s lieu of general education writing requirement). Honors movement, modernism, post-modernism, and post- students must earn a grade of C or better in EN221 to colonialism. Included will be an examination of a variety meet General Education requirement. of genres. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221. EN222/CM222 Digital News Editing 3 credits EN190 Global Literature 3 credits Training in phases of editing and preparing newspaper A reading of contemporary literary texts after 1980 from copy and the writing of headlines. Covers local wire copy, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and/or the Caribbean. This assembling and shaping the various elements of a news course introduces students to major international writers, story, the requirements of newspaper style, and Man Booker Prize winners, as well as lesser known safeguards against errors. Prerequisite: CM213 or voices in a variety of literary genres. Contemporary instructor permission. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 105 EN225 Topics in Writing 3 credits they will develop an understanding and appreciation of Study of selected topics not listed among the the literary value of children’s literature. Recommended department’s other offerings. Offered as a conventional for English majors who want to teach K-12 and all P-3 class or, with the approval of the instructor, as directed teacher certification applicants. Prerequisite: One 100- independent study. Prerequisite: EN111 with grade of C level English literature course. or better or EN221 Honors with grade of C or better. EN264 Journeys in Young Adult Literature 3 credits EN226 Honors A Nation in Transition: American Students will explore themes of journey and discovery as Literature & Culture 3 credits they read and analyze award-wining young adult texts, This course focuses on the transformative nature of focusing on the literary and stylistic elements that make American literature during several consecutive time them so successful and enduring. Prerequisite: One 100- periods marked by recognized artistic and literary level English literature course. movements in the United States. Emphasis will be placed EN265 Understanding Poetry 3 credits on the innovations and the influences American writers Exploration of poetic theory and practice, including have had on literature and culture and may include such techniques such as metrics and imagery by which poets movements as romanticism, transcendentalism, give form to meaning. naturalism, realism, modernism, and/or post-modernism. Individual sections of the course may be organized EN272 Behind the Curtains: Classical to around a specific theme, issue, or idea at the instructor’s Contemporary World Drama 3 credits discretion. Prerequisite: Either EN221 with a grade of C In this course, students will develop the skills for or better, or permission from the instructor. EN226 understanding, appreciating, and reviewing dramatic works replaces EN114. Students may not take both for credit. and performances. Students will be introduced to the necessary literary terms needed to discuss and analyze EN230/CM230 Writing on the Web 3 credits world drama from around the globe and across various This course focuses on the topics of writing about and historical eras. Texts covered will range from tragedies of writing for the World Wide Web. Students will read what ancient Greece, the theatre of the absurd, and sociologists, psychologists, educators, journalists, authors contemporary adaptations. Prerequisite: EN111 or and others are writing about this topic. Students will equivalent or EN221 and/or one 100-level literature course. compare content, style and design of print and Web publications. They will learn the basics of writing Web EN299/CM299 Student Publications text, collaborate on group assignments and create text for Practicum–Editor 1–3 credits Web pages. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221. Students enrolled in Student Publications Practicum are editorial staff members of The Lion’s Tale or Fountain EN240 The Short Story 3 credits Spray. Students will provide work assignments to student Examination of the historical development of the short story. staff members. Assignments may include the general Works of many writers from different countries will be studied, operation of the publication, layout and design, editing including Poe, Maupassant, Chopin, James, Chekhov, Joyce, and proofreading, news coverage or other items of O’Connor, Updike, Munro, Walker and Silko. interest. The experience will be supervised by the EN250 The Power of Grammar 3 credits publication faculty moderator in designing and evaluating This course reviews key elements of grammar and the student’s experience. Minimum of 40 hours for each provides students with opportunities to discover and semester hour of credit. By arrangement with approval of strengthen the impact of grammatical choices on their faculty moderator. Repeatable up to 3 credits. Pass/Fail. writing. Students will participate in a variety of writing EN300 Gateways to Literary Study 3 credits activities to analyze professional writers’ grammatical A foundational course for English majors, focusing on choices and to improve their own writing style. research in English and basic literary theory. Critical thinking Recommended for English majors who plan to teach K– skills in literature are emphasized. Students must earn a 12. Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221, with a grade of C or better to remain an English major. Prerequisites: grade of C or better. One 100-level literature course and completion, with a C or EN260 Once Upon a Time: Exploring Children’s better, of EN111 or equivalent or EN221. Literature 3 credits EN301 Shakespeare I: Of Kings & Lovers 3 credits Students will read, analyze, and share a wide variety of Enter the charming, yet unsettling, chaotic world of love children’s literature across cultures, ethnicities, age and imagination, as Shakespeare interweaves subplots ranges, and genres. Through discussions and activities, and explores the supernatural. Watch as Shakespeare 106 | Georgian Court University uses stock characters to create his most famous and church corruption, marriage, women’s rights, dream theory, lovable comedic characters and uses foils to unfold astrology, and the preciseness of the Oxford calculators. political and familial betrayal. The capacity for human Through the use of such genres as Arthurian tales, violence, barely controlled, is explored along with such chivalric romances, mock sermons, fabliaux, mock epics, issues as the battle between the sexes, Fortune, human beast fables, exemplums, and the au bade, Chaucer’s sexuality, the strict adherence to law, barbarism, and social comedy sets up a dialectic between classes, father/son relationships. Prerequisite: One 100-level exposing the hypocrisy of medieval society and its literature course. institutions. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. EN302 Shakespeare II: Deception & Betrayal 3 credits EN315 Shakespeare & the Theater of Violence & From tragic flaw to comic relief, EN302 encompasses Obsession 3 credits Shakespeare’s use of stock characters, dumb shows, EN315 situates Shakespeare’s work within the context of the play-within-the-play, the occult, and the conventions his contemporaries and the religious, political, and cultural of revenge tragedy. The course will focus on such milieu of the period. Exploring firsthand accounts of issues as racism, homoeroticism, pseudo-marriage, beheadings and heretical burnings at the stake, Queen stereotypes, female sexuality, melancholia, and the Elizabeth I’s political speeches, the obsession based machinations of political intrigue, as Shakespeare sonnet sequences, and Edmund Spenser’s The Faerie reveals, in both broad sweeps and intimate encounters, Queene (Britomart, Knight of Chastity), Shakespeare’s the vicissitudes of the human condition. Prerequisite: plays will be read within the context of the early modern One 100-level literature course. period’s social and cultural complex. Prerequisite: One EN310 American Drama 3 credits 100-level literature course. An exploration of the classics of American dramatic EN316 17th-Century Literature 3 credits theater from Eugene O’Neill to Anna Deavere Smith. Reading and critical discussion of the prose and poetry Topics include Expressionism, Realism, Modernism, of the century, with emphasis on Jonson, Donne, Milton, Black Arts Movement and others. Attending a dramatic Congreve, Dryden. Prerequisite: One 100-level performance is a requirement. Prerequisite: One 100- literature course. level literature course. EN317 18th-Century Literature 3 credits EN312 Heroes, Myths & Monsters 3 credits Reading and critical discussion of the prose and poetry of Exploring the fundamentals and innovations of early the century, with emphasis on Pope, Swift, Addison, English literature, EN312 focuses on such genres as Steele, Goldsmith, Sheridan. Prerequisite: One 100-level narrative poetry, street pageant theater, miracle and literature course. morality plays, the interlude, Breton lais, mysticism, and EN318 Romantic Literature 3 credits alliterative verse, etc. Works such as Beowulf, Sir Gawain A study of selected poetry by the major Romantics: Blake, and the Green Knight, Piers Plowman, Brut, Everyman, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, Keats, and The Book of Margery Kempe, and The Canterbury Tales, others. One semester; Prerequisite: One 100-level etc., will be read within the context of the Anglo-Saxon literature course. and Middle English periods’ literary, cultural, intellectual, and political frameworks. Prerequisite: One 100-level EN319 Victorian Literature 3 credits literature course. A concentrated exploration of major works of British literature from approximately 1830 to 1901. Topics EN313 Medieval Literature 3 credits covered may include working conditions and social Selected readings in British and Continental literature in justice, race and empire, the “woman question,” evolution, translation may include epic and troubadour lyric poetry. spiritualism, and aestheticism. Along with a consideration Along with a consideration of the social concerns and of the social concerns and cultural values of this period, cultural values, the course may examine the work of the course examines the work of several major writers, several major writers, such as Boccaccio, Chaucer, Dante, such as Tennyson, the Brownings, Dickens, Thackeray, de Meun, de Lorris, Christine de Pisan, Marie de France, the Brontes, Eliot, Stevenson, Wilde, and Hardy. and others. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. EN314 Chaucer: Bawds & Churls 3 credits EN321 American Renaissance 3 credits Focusing on The Canterbury Tales and the humor of An exploration of the literature produced in America during Chaucer derived from his genius for satire and parody, this the first half of the 19th century. Consideration of the social course explores such medieval issues as aristocratic and concerns and cultural values of this period. Examination of Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 107 the work of several major writers, such as Emerson, EN327 Make It New: Modern American Poetry 3 credits Thoreau, Melville, Poe, Hawthorne, Dickinson, and Study of influential American poets and artistic trends in Whitman. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. poetry produced during the 20th century. Readings come EN322 American Realism 3 credits from Pound, Williams, H. D. Stevens, Hughes, Ginsberg, An exploration of the literature produced in America during O’Hara, Brooks, Plath, and other major poets of the the second half of the 19th century. Along with a century. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. consideration of the social concerns and cultural values of EN341/CM341 Public Relations Writing 3 credits this period, the course examines the work of several major This course provides an overview of the principles of writers, such as Twain, Howells, James, Wharton, Chopin, basic strategic communication decision-making and Crane, Jewett, and Norris. Prerequisite: One 100-level applies these strategies and practices to the production of literature course. actual, effective communication messages for multiple EN323 Modern American Literature 3 credits audiences in a variety of formats. Writing assignments An examination of the key figures and artistic trends in may include mission statements, fact sheets, the poetry and prose produced by Americans during the backgrounders, press releases, feature stories, pitch first half of the 20th century. Readings come from such letters, brochures, newsletters, and Web messages. writers as Pound, Williams, H. D. Stevens, Hughes, Frost, Prerequisite: EN111 or EN221. Fitzgerald, Hurston, Hemingway, Stein, Cather, Faulkner, EN370 Pacific Crossings: Asian American and other significant American writers. Prerequisite: One Literature 3 credits 100-level literature course. A study of the cultural, historical, sociological, as well as EN324 Contemporary American Literature 3 credits literary trends in the literature identified broadly as Asian A concentrated exploration of the literature produced by American. Particular emphasis on the style and content of America after 1945. The course examines the relationship works by major prose writers, poets and playwrights from between literature and culture, investigating the cultural, early 1900s to today. Prerequisite: One 100-level historical, political, and personal contexts surrounding a literature course. writer’s works and manifested within those works. EN375 Natives & Strangers: Multi-Ethnic Employing a variety of literary genres, this course contends Literature of the U.S. 3 credits with themes such as identity, individualism, isolation, A study of multi-ethnic American literature from the 20th postmodernism, and techno culture. Prerequisite: One and 21st centuries. Students will gain a critical framework 100-level literature course. for reading and interpreting these literary works, which EN325 Modern British Literature 3 credits may include a variety of genres such as autobiography, A concentrated exploration of the literature produced in fiction, poetry, and folktales. Prerequisite: One 100-level Great Britain and its colonies from approximately World literature course. War I to World War II. The course examines the EN376 We Are Made of Words: Native American relationship between literature and culture, investigating Literature & Criticism 3 credits the cultural, historical, political, and personal contexts In this examination of Native American literature, students surrounding a writer’s works and manifested within those will gain a historical framework necessary for reading a works. Employing a variety of literary genres, this course diverse body of work produced by writers who identify with contends with various issues and trends such as identity their American Indian/Native American ancestry. Readings crisis, the “death” of God, avant-gardism, and colonialism. include texts by writers such as Sherman Alexie, Paula Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. Gunn Allen, William Apess, Vine DeLoria Jr., Louise EN326 Contemporary British Literature 3 credits Erdrich, N. Scott Momaday, Simon Ortiz, Leslie Marmon A concentrated exploration of the literature produced in Silko, Gerald Vizenor, and Zitkala-Sa (Gertrude Bonnin). Great Britain and its former colonies from approximately Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. World War II to present. The course examines the EN405 Internship 3 credits relationship between literature and culture, investigating Students work in a professional setting off campus where the cultural, historical, political, and personal contexts they are exposed to practical applications of their surrounding a writer’s works and manifested within those academic training. Students are expected to spend a works. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. minimum of 10 hours a week in the workplace. Internships are tailored to the student’s interests and the institution’s specifications and must be approved by the

108 | Georgian Court University department chair prior to class. At the discretion of the EN425 Major Writers 3 credits professor, students prepare a final paper and/or complete An in-depth study of the writings of one or two major a project. Student consultation with the professor is writers. The writer or writers studied will be selected by the essential during the project’s formative and instructor. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. developmental stages. The final paper/project is expected EN429 Bookends: A Global Literature Seminar 3 credits to reflect in-depth academic and practical applications An in-depth study of major works from world literary gleaned from the internship experience. Prerequisite: traditions, which includes no more than one text from Senior status, enrollment and valid standing in English England or the United States; texts are selected at the major, and approval of department chair. instructor’s discretion and may offer a thematic or genre- EN413 The Novel I 3 credits based approach to literature from around the globe. A reading of selected British and American novels Students lead discussions in seminar format. Intensive exemplifying the historical and aesthetic development of reading, discussion, research, and writing. Senior English the literary form. Works by authors such as Austen, majors. Students must have earned a C or above in Conrad, Achebe, Fitzgerald, and others. 3 hours lecture. EN300. EN429 must be taken before EN430 or as a EN414 The Novel II: Novel to Film 3 credits corequisite for EN430. 2 hours lecture. A study of the novel as the most enduring and popular EN430 Senior Seminar 3 credits form of literature whose universal themes and compelling An in-depth study of a discrete scholarly topic, a literary characters have resonated with readers and scholars movement, or the works of a major author or two, as across generations and historical epochs, transforming into determined by the professor. Intensive reading, new genres and media, including film, television discussion, research, and writing. EN430 requires a serialization, graphic novels, and social media phenomena. substantial culminating research project and presentation. 3 hours lecture. Senior English majors. Students must have earned a C or EN416 History, Structure & Phonology of above in EN300. EN429 must be taken before EN430 or English 3 credits as a corequisite for EN430. 2 hours lecture. Linguistic history of the English language from its Old ENGLISH FOR NONNATIVE SPEAKERS English Germanic origin to the language spoken today by approximately 1/7 of the world’s population. Specific The program in English is designed to meet the needs of international students. A prerequisite placement test is attention to the sound system and structural patterns of administered for all courses. ESL091; 092, ESL201; 202 American English. offered in accord with students’ needs. ESL205; 206 EN417 Literary Criticism 3 credits offered on application. 200-level ESL courses are A survey of major movements in the foundation of literary applicable to the General Education language requirement. judgment from its beginnings through contemporary ESL091, 092 Intensive Basic English I & II 3–6 credits schools, including Formalist, Marxist, Deconstructionist, Basic English for students who need to strengthen spoken Feminist, Queer Theory, and others. English skills. Main emphasis on aural-oral English. Includes intensive practice of English structure and EN418 African Diaspora 3 credits pronunciation. Course offered in summer, fall and spring Course allows for the study of topics in literature from sessions if there is sufficient enrollment. (The credits are African-American, West African, and/or the Caribbean applicable to the baccalaureate degree but cannot be traditions. Topics may include, but are not limited to: counted as part of the credits required for graduation.) Caliban’s legacy, postcolonial perspectives, Négritude, the Harlem Renaissance, and studies in a particular ESL201,202 Intermediate English for genre. Prerequisite: One 100-level literature course. International Students I & II 3–6 credits Basic language study at a mid-level. Intensive work in EN420 Special Studies 1–3 credits language structure, speaking, listening and vocabulary Study of selected topics not listed among the department’s building with more emphasis on reading, writing and other offerings, either in response to student interest or to pronunciation. One year, 3 credits per semester. determine student interest. Offered as a conventional class Applicable to language cluster requirement for nonnative or, with the approval of the instructor, as directed speakers. Offered if there is sufficient enrollment. independent study. Time and credit to be arranged.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 109 ESL205,206 Writing English as a exercise, and the principles of nutrition, through Second Language I & II 3–6 credits standardized testing and in-class exams. For the advanced international student who has mastered • Within lab demonstrations, class assignments and listening and speaking skills in English. Intensive case studies, students will apply skills related to individualized college-level work in reading and writing. conducting exercise tests and prescribing exercise Emphasis on library and research techniques. Applicable programs, including, but not limited to, stratifying to language cluster requirement for nonnative speakers. the population according to risk, choosing an Offered if there is sufficient enrollment. appropriate test based on health status, conducting fitness tests, and prescribing exercise programs for both healthy and diseased populations. • Students will communicate effectively in both XERCISE CIENCE ELLNESS written and oral formats, alone and in teams, E S ,W & and demonstrate academic research skills as SPORTS applied to exercise science through assigned writing and research-based assignments and in- The major in exercise science, wellness and sports class presentations. prepares students to work in the health and fitness • Students will reflect upon and apply professional industry, evaluate health behaviors and risk factors, motivate others to develop healthy lifestyles, assess standards and ethics in exercise science fitness, and developing fitness and exercise programs. professions through personal integration, case Graduates of the program will be employed in studies, and internship opportunities. universities, corporate settings, and commercial and community settings. Students may choose a track in Pre- Major Sequence Physical Therapy and/or a concentration in Coaching. Students must complete 36 credits in Exercise Science Students who are not Exercise Science, Wellness, and that includes ES100, ES111, ES220, ES250, ES255, Sports majors may earn a minor in Exercise Science, ES330, ES350, ES390, ES391, ES470, and 6 credits of Wellness, and Sports or a minor in Coaching. The Exercise Science electives. In addition to the above exercise science, wellness and sports program will also prepare students for graduate programs in the fields of courses, students must take courses in other disciplines exercise science, physician’s assistant, occupational that include BI111 or BI121, BI203, BI213, BI214, CH111 therapy, physical therapy, or athletic training. Students and CH112 or CH113 andCH114, and MA109 (evidence of may wish to minor in sports management, business, algebra proficiency may replace MA109). Students wishing integrative health, psychology or one of the natural to take PH111 and PH112, or PH121 and PH122, may sciences to achieve their career goals. substitute this for ES255. ES391 may be substituted for The Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports program will ES392 or ES471. Transfer students are required to take a • provide students with a scientific foundation for minimum of 14 ES credits at GCU, and a minimum of helping others set and achieve exercise, health, and 23 credits including the interdisciplinary courses required fitness goals; for the major. Students may choose to complete the • prepare students for employment in health promotion requirements for one or more tracks. and wellness settings; Minor Sequence • prepare students for further study in graduate programs; and The Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports minor is intended • build skills in speaking, writing, critical thinking and for students who have an interest in exercise science and evaluation to succeed in the field. will take Anatomy and Physiology and General Chemistry as a part of the curriculum for their majors. The course Program Student Learning Outcomes sequence for the minor is ES111, ES330, ES350 and 9 Upon successful completion of the program of studies for credits of ES electives (20 credits). At least 9 credits must be taken at Georgian Court University. Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports, the student will receive a B.S. in Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports Pre-Occupational Therapy Track and will have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: In addition to the required courses for the exercise science major, students must take PS111/PS113, SO101, • Students will recall and apply the major concepts PS223, and PS227. of exercise science, especially in the areas of functional anatomy, physiological responses to

110 | Georgian Court University Pre-Physical Therapy Track ES111 Foundations of Exercise Science & 3 credits In addition to the required courses for the exercise Wellness science major, students must take MA115, PH121, Introduction to wellness through investigation of lifestyle PH122, PS111/113, PS223 and BI204, BI219, or BI407. and other critical issues in fitness, sports, exercise The chemistry requirement must be fulfilled by CH113 science and wellness. Changing philosophies and basic and CH114 and the biology requirement by BI121. concepts are introduced. Offered each semester. Pre-Physical Therapy Track, University of the ES160 First Aid & CPR 1 credit Sciences (Philadelphia) This course is designed to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency USciences shall annually accept at least two GCU students who successfully meet all criteria for admission to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the to the D.P.T. program. USciences will determine which consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional students who meet the criteria for admission are accepted medical help arrives. American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, into its D.P.T. program. In addition to the required and AED certifications will be received upon successful courses for the exercise science major, students must completion of the course. Offered each spring. take BI204, MA115, PH121, PH122, PS111/113, PS360, SO101, and either PS221, or PS224, and satisfactory ES211 Theory of Coaching 3 credits completion of the GCU Writing Requirement. The An overview of current theory and practice in coaching chemistry requirement must be fulfilled by CH113;114 education. Topics include sport pedagogy, physiology, and the biology requirement by BI121. For more psychology, administration, and risk management. This information, talk to your academic advisor. course addresses issues common across all levels of Pre-Physician’s Assistant Track performance and competition as well as issues specific to child, youth, and collegiate coaching. Offered alternating In addition to the required courses for the exercise spring semesters. science major, students must take BI204, BI219, CH113, ES220 Introduction to Nutrition 3 credits CH114, Ch223, HRP200, and PS111/PS113. In this course students will discover how the body uses Coaching Minor & Concentration Coaching Certificate food by learning various functions of each key nutrient. An overview of digestion, absorption, and metabolism is The 19 credits required in this minor/concentration/ certificate may be taken along with the major required provided. Food sources of the key nutrients and courses to complete a major in exercise science, recommended intakes are explored in depth. The wellness, and sports. These courses may also be taken student’s own diet is evaluated, using a computerized diet by a non-major who wishes to gain expertise in coaching analysis. Eating disorders and gender/age-specific needs athletes. Completion of all credits in the track will enable are also discussed. Offered each semester. a non-major to earn the minor in Coaching. Required courses are: ES111, ES160, ES211, either ES320 or ES250 Kinesiology & Applied Anatomy 3 credits HE310, ES360, ES392, and either ES310 or PS242. A study of the functional anatomy and basic Gainful Employment information about GCU certificate biomechanics, focused on musculoskeletal system and its programs can be found at georgian.edu/gainful-employment. efficiency in various human movements (sports activities) Prerequisite: BI213. Offered each semester. COURSES ES255 Biomechanics 3 credits ES100 Exploration of Exercise Science 1 credit An introduction to the facts, concepts, and principles In this course students will be exposed to a wide array of related to the study of human motion. The focus of the career options in the field of exercise science. This course will be the influence of mechanical principles on course will include guest speakers from careers such as movement. The analysis of human movement will be physical therapy, sport medicine physician, coaching, approached from quantitative and qualitative sport nutritionist, employee wellness director, and perspectives. Required prerequisite: MA109, ES250, or researcher will speak to the class about their careers and permission of the instructor. Offered each semester. the preparation needed for their careers. Students will asked to think about their own career aspirations and the ES275/NU275/BI275 Pathophysiology 3 credits challenges they will have to overcome in order to meet This course introduces the students to basic concepts in their goals. Offered each spring. pathophysiology as applied in current nursing practice. It builds on previous foundations in the biological sciences and focuses on the integration of pathophysiological with the principles of the nursing process. It introduces Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 111 students to pathophysiological disturbances to normal ES326 Wellness Program Practices 3 credits body functions emphasizing differences in etiology, This class is designed to teach the prospective health epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations promotion/wellness professional ways in which to help the and treatments in individuals across the lifespan. The public affect positive health behavioral changes. The student will analyze objective and subjective student will learn how to develop and implement manifestations of common health problems resulting from educational programming about current health issues. environmental, genetic and stress related conditions. Students will also learn how to instruct clients in behavior Diagnostic testing, interventions and pharmacological change techniques and they will acquire rudimentary life treatments and related nursing implications are discussed coaching skills. Attention will also be paid to cultural as they relate to specific health problems. Prerequisites: diversity issues and sensitivities. These techniques will BI213, BI214; and either NU111 or permission of the include one on one coaching, seminars, comprehensive Nursing Department Chair. 3 hours lecture program series, educational materials (pamphlets, fliers, ES310 Sport & Exercise Psychology 3 credits etc.) and various forms of information technology. An overview of the theories and principles that explain Emphasis will be placed on methods of knowledge factors which influence human behavior in sport and acquisition: visual, auditory, and experiential learning in physical activity. Sport and exercise psychology focuses order to effectively communicate with a diverse audience. primarily on: (1) Helping individuals use psychological ES330 Exercise Physiology 4 credits principles and skills to achieve optimal mental health and Study of human physiological response and adaptations to improve performance. (2) Understanding how during exercise. Scientific principles will be applied in participation in sport, exercise, and physical activity affects nutrition, metabolism & systems such as neurological, their psychological development, health, and well-being. cardio-respiratory, endocrine and musculoskeletal, to Offered alternating spring semesters. promote health and fitness of the general population as ES315 Sports in Society 3 credits well as peak performance in athletes. Lecture and An in-depth analysis of the role of sport in society. This Laboratory. Prerequisites: BI213,214; CH111,112 or course examines sport as both affected by sociocultural CH113,114 or CH151. Offered each fall. forces and as affecting the basic institutions of society; ES335 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3 credits family education, politics, religion and the economy. The Combination of didactic and practical learning methods of influence of age gender and race will be explored as well. athletic injury recognition, evaluation and first aid care. Discussion of contemporary controversies will be included. Emphasis will be placed on musculoskeletal system The course is recommended for students in the behavioral injuries; however other systems will also be discussed. sciences, exercise science, health and athletics. Offered alternating fall semesters. Prerequisite: SO101 or permission of the instructor. ES340 Health & Weight Management 3 credits ES320/WS320 Gender in Sports 3 credits Obesity is a worldwide epidemic and weight loss has Examination of gender-specific issues surrounding become an American obsession and multibillion dollar participation in sports that includes epidemiology of industry. The class will examine the causes of obesity injuries, psychosocial aspect of athletes, physiological and the health risks associated with being overweight or conditions, and biomechanics of the body. Offered obese. For women excessive weight loss can also be a alternating spring semesters. problem. We will discuss current scientific theories about ES325 Wellness Program Management 3 credits the best ways to maintain a healthy weight throughout An introduction to methods of conducting needs one’s life. assessments of target populations. Working with their ES350 Exercise Testing and Prescription 4 credits intended audience, students will learn to create programs Provides the practical knowledge and skills in health with quantifiable goals and outcomes. Included in the screening, risk stratification, administering exercise program design will be considerations of budgetary, testing, interpreting test results and prescribing exercise personnel, and facility requirements. Program marketing, to general as well as specific populations. Lecture and client recruitment strategies, plus outcomes assessment Laboratory. Prerequisite: ES330 or permission of advisor. and program evaluation will be examined and discussed. Offered each spring. Offered alternating fall semesters.

112 | Georgian Court University ES360 Administrative Aspects of Sport 3 credits Students will be introduced to the concepts of sports management, including the administrative processes, HISTORY, GEOGRAPHY & systems and styles with application to various sports environments, including program, facility, fiscal, and POLITICAL SCIENCE personnel management in informal, intramural, or club Through the global study of past and present civilizations, sports settings. Offered alternating fall semesters. the study of history, geography, and politics presents ES370 Special Topics 1–3 credits students with the collective memory and knowledge of the Allows greater depth of study of an area selected by world. By offering context and perspective, history teaches an appreciation of the past, an understanding of the faculty or jointly by student and faculty member present, a respect for other cultures and the ability to ES390 Internship I 3 credits shape the future. Students will learn to read critically, to Supervised individual fieldwork in exercise science, think logically, to write effectively and to conduct research. wellness or sports environment. 3-credit internship is As integral parts of a liberal arts education, history, equivalent to 120 hours in the field. Prerequisites: geography, and politics provide students with the intellectual 60 academic credits completed and a minimum of background and skills that prepare them for teacher certification, graduate study, law school and careers in 12 credits in exercise science. education, business, government and nonprofit organizations. ES391 Internship II 3 credits History Program Student Learning Outcomes Supervised individual fieldwork in exercise science, Upon successful completion of the program of studies for wellness or sports environment. 3-credit internship is History, the student will receive a B.A. in History and will equivalent to 120 hours in the field. Prerequisite: ES390. have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: ES392 Coaching Internship 3 credits • Through coursework in all history courses, Supervised individual fieldwork in coaching. 3-credit students will use historical evidence to craft and internship is equivalent to 120 hours in the field. sustain a persuasive historical argument. ES425 Strength & Conditioning 3 credits • Through coursework in all history courses, This course will apply scientific principles into the students will communicate effectively in both oral development of sports-specific training programs. Topics to presentations and written assignments. be covered include: exercise physiology applications, • Students will submit a capstone seminar paper fitness testing, exercise techniques, program design, that demonstrates the ability to research, write, periodization, training utilizing different energy systems, and document a research paper/assignment sports nutrition, and ergogenic aids. This course will based on primary and secondary sources. prepare the student to take the Certified Strength and • In select history electives, students will Conditioning Specialist exam offered by the National demonstrate, in an oral presentation and/or a Strength and Conditioning Association. Prerequisite: written essay, understanding of how a person of ES330. Offered alternating spring semesters. Mercy might react to a particular historical event ES470 Research Methods in Exercise & Sport 3 credits or dilemma. This course provides an introduction to basic research Major Sequence methods and techniques used in exercise and sport science. Students will learn how to conduct and read A maximum of four 100-level courses will be accepted in the research, design research tools, and evaluate results. major. A maximum of two 200-level courses will be accepted Both quantitative and qualitative research methods are in the major. History majors will be required to take 36 semester hours in history to earn the Bachelor of Arts discussed. Prerequisite: Introductory statistics course and (B.A.) degree. Majors take HST110, HST111, HST120, ES350. Offered each fall. HST121, and at least 18 credits in 300- and 400-level ES471 Research Project in Exercise Science 3 credits courses (excluding internships), including HST300 Conduct a research study. Open to exercise science majors Historian’s Craft and HST475 History Seminar. History majors (but not others) must complete HST300 with a C- or interested in research. May be substituted for a second higher, prior to or concurrent with enrollment in 200-/300-/ internship in exercise science. Prerequisite: ES470. 400-level history courses.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 113 To successfully exit the department, majors are required be earned in 300-/400-level courses. History majors to earn a minimum grade of C- on the HST475 research seeking the USA and the World minor may count HST120 paper, a minimum grade of C- in HST475, and a or HST121, HST300, and HST475 (but not other history minimum final grade point average of 2.5 in the major. courses) toward the minor and major. For more A maximum of 18 approved credits for the history major information or approval of a course that is not currently may be accepted in transfer, and 9 approved credits for listed, contact Dr. Scott H. Bennett, chair, Department of the history minor. History, Geography, and Political Science. The required courses are HST300, and 15 credits of Department Honors electives chosen from among HST120 or HST121, Qualified students may apply for department honors in HST321, HST330, HST331, HST332, HST343, HST410 their junior year or in the Seminar I course. Criteria for (with approval and if served in an international institution, selection to Department Honors are through the agency, or office), and HST475. recommendation of the seminar instructor if the student COURSES shows intellectual curiosity, evidence of academic ability, and commitment to the task. Honors students, if History successful, will present their research in a public forum HST110 U.S. History Survey I 3 credits Teacher of Social Studies Certification A survey of political, social, economic, cultural, and diplomatic Students fulfill requirements for the B.A. degree in developments that have shaped the United States from History. For social studies certification, students may be earliest times through Reconstruction. Offered each fall. required to complete additional courses in political HST111 U.S. History Survey II 3 credits science, sociology, geography, economics, and anthropology. For required professional courses in A survey of political, social, economic, cultural, and diplomatic education, please refer to the School of Education section developments that have shaped the United States from in this catalog. Reconstruction to the present. Offered each spring.

MINOR SEQUENCES HST120 World History Survey I 3 credits This course will examine world history from prehistory to History 1500. It will survey the political, social, economic, cultural, Students earn a minor in history by completing 18 and religious developments of major civilizations and semester hours with at least 9 credits taken at Georgian explore the links between and among these civilizations. Court. At least 6 credits must be earned in courses at the Offered each fall. 300 or 400 level (excluding internships). See Interdisciplinary Minors and Special Programs that may HST121 World History Survey II 3 credits be used to supplement the history major’s program. This course will examine world history from 1500 to the present. It will survey the political, social, economic, Politics, Law and History cultural, and religious developments of major civilizations See description and requirements in catalog Section X: and explore the links between and among these Interdisciplinary Minors. civilizations. Offered each spring. The USA and the World HST210 Women in America 3 credits In an increasingly global and interconnected world, the A study of women in American society from colonial times USA and the World minor offers students the opportunity to the present, with emphasis on movements and to learn about the U.S. role and American encounters in individuals who furthered women’s political, economic, the world. The program emphasizes modern and social and intellectual emancipation. Applicable to transnational history and examines America within a Women’s Studies minor. Prerequisite or corequisite: global context. Pedagogically, the program emphasizes HST300 or permission of the instructor. interactive teaching and discussion rather than lectures— and will sharpen students’ writing, research, speaking, HST220 Modern Asian History 3 credits and critical thinking skills. The minor will prepare students A survey of Asian countries with emphasis on imperialism, for graduate school and global citizenship and for de-colonization and emergent nations. Applicable to the professional careers in international business, International Area Studies minor. Prerequisite or international agencies, NGOs, diplomacy, homeland security, military service, law, government, public service, corequisite: HST300, or permission of the instructor. and teaching. HST230 African History from Lucy to Mandela 3 credits A minimum of 18 credits is required for the USA and the This course covers African history from the beginnings of World minor. At least half of the required courses must be modern humans to the late-20th century. Major themes taken at Georgian Court University; 12 credit hours must 114 | Georgian Court University will include religion, trade, colonialism, resistance, and presidential administrations, Watergate, the Cold War, independence. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or Vietnam, and social movements—including the civil rights, permission of the instructor. antiwar, student, and women’s movements. Prerequisite or HST250 Colonial Latin America 3 credits corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. This course surveys the histories of Latin American HST320 Rebels, Radicals & Reformers in peoples from early Iberian colonialism to roughly 1830. U.S. History 3 credits Central themes include labor and production, gender, This course will use biography to explore the theme of trade and exchange, religion, and politics. Prerequisite or social justice, social reform, and social activism in U.S. corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. history. We will read and discuss biographies, HST251 Modern Latin America 3 credits autobiographies, memoirs, and oral histories. We will This course surveys the histories of people of Latin learn about rebels, reformers, and radicals; their ideas, America from the Independence Wars to the present. strategies, and activism; and their efforts to establish Central themes include labor, law, gender, race, peace, freedom, justice, and equality in America. And we nationalism, and political change. Prerequisite or will place these biographies within the broad social, corerequisite: HST300 or permission of instructor. political and economic justice movements in which they participated. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or HST300 Historian’s Craft 3 credits permission of the instructor. Designed for history majors and minors, this course introduces majors and minors to the historians’ methods HST321 Gandhi & King: Global Nonviolent and skills, to historiography, and to key issues in the Activism 3 credits history profession. Intensive reading, discussion, This course offers a comparative examination of the ideas, research, and writing. Offered each semester. methods, and activism of Mohandas Gandhi and Martin L. King Jr., along with their contributions to global nonviolent HST304 American Revolution & Aftermath 3 credits social movements. It focuses on the liberation movements This course explores the causes, course, consequences, associated with Gandhi and King and their leadership roles and aftermath of the American Revolution, including the in the Indian civil rights movement in South Africa, the U.S. Constitution and early Republic. Social, political, Indian independence movement, and the African American ideological, economic, military, and constitutional themes civil rights movement, as well as other nonviolent peace, will be explored. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or justice, and resistance movements around the world. permission of the instructor. Readings include memoirs, biographies, documents, HST308 Civil War & Reconstruction 3 credits songs, photos, and films. Prerequisite or corequisite: This course explores the causes, course, and HST300 or permission of the instructor. consequences of the American Civil War & Reconstruction HST330 America & the World: U.S. Foreign Relations Era, from 1820 to 1877. Social, political, cultural, economic, Since 1898 3 credits and military themes will be explored. Prerequisite or Examine U.S. foreign relations from the Spanish- corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. American War to the 9/11 wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. HST312 Roosevelt to Roosevelt: U.S. Politics & Topics include American empire and global power, Society, 1890s–1945 3 credits diplomacy and peace, intervention and regime change, This course examines political, social, cultural, and the Cold War, the CIA and covert action, and economic developments in U.S. history from the 1890s to interpretations of U.S. foreign policy. Applicable to 1945—from Theodore Roosevelt to Franklin Roosevelt. American Studies minor. Prerequisite or corequisite: Topics include the 1890s, Progressive Era, 1920s Jazz HST300 or permission of the instructor. Age, Great Depression, New Deal, reform movements, HST331 Vietnam & America 3 credits and home fronts during both world wars. Prerequisite or This course examines American involvement in Vietnam corequisite: HST300 or permission of instructor. and the history of modern Vietnam. Key themes include HST316 America Since 1945 3 credits Vietnamese history, culture, and nationalism; the causes This course will examine social, political, economic, and consequences of the Vietnamese War(s); the anti- cultural, intellectual, and foreign policy themes in America war movement; Vietnam Veterans; Vietnam War since 1945. Topics include the postwar liberal consensus literature, film, music, and art. Prerequisite or corequisite: and the rise of the new right, McCarthyism, the Beat HST300 or permission of the instructor. Generation, the Sixties, the New Left, the counterculture,

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 115 HST332 U.S. & 9/11 Wars & Era 3 credits HST365 Renaissance & Reformation 3 credits This course will explore the United States and the 9/11 A study of the political and cultural developments and wars era and experience it through primary documents, changes that emerged in Europe during the 14th and 15th secondary sources, and film. It will survey the political, centuries, concentrating on some of the major social, and cultural history of the Middle East from personalities that initiated the changes. Prerequisite or Muhammad to the present and the U.S role in the region’s corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. modern history. It will examine the 9/11 attack and HST369 European History, 1789–1914 3 credits America’s 9/11 wars in Afghanistan, in Iraq, on the War on This course examines major themes and transformations Terror. It will consider military, political, constitutional, in European politics, society, and culture from the French social, and ethical issues, including surveillance, torture, Revolution to World War I. Topics include the French Abu Ghraib, rendition, Guantanamo, drone warfare, and Revolution, Napoleonic Europe, industrialization, the impact on American Muslims. Prerequisite or nationalism, romanticism, democratization, secularization, corequisite: HST300 or permission of instructor. imperialism, social thought, and modernism. Prerequisite HST340 Mediterranean Encounters 1100–1700 3 credits or corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. This course will examine the Mediterranean basin as an HST374 Europe Since 1914 3 credits arena of intercultural exchange among the Catholic, This course examines political, social, cultural, and Orthodox and Muslim worlds, as well as the economic, economic developments in European history since 1914. religious, and political boundaries that defined the Topics include the First World War, political ideologies, Mediterranean and focus on those who were able to the Russian Revolution and Soviet Russia, fascist Italy transgress these boundaries to conduct interaction with and Nazi Germany, the Second World War and those of different faiths and cultures. Topics will include holocaust, Cold War divisions and dissidents, politics and the Crusades, the culture of Islamic Spain, the Holy Land society, the Sixties, and the 1989 revolutions and as shared and contested space, Jews in the collapse of communism. Prerequisite or corequisite: Mediterranean, and Ottoman expansion in the HST300 or permission of the instructor. Mediterranean. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. HST390 Special Topics in History 3 credits An advanced course designed to examine a particular HST343 Atlantic World 1400–1850 3 credits period or topic through selected readings, discussion, and This course follows the rise of the Atlantic world from lecture. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or 1400-1850. Central themes include culture, labor and permission of the instructor. production, trade and exchange, and empire. HST393 International Studies 1–3 credits HST346 Comparative Empires 3 credits Coursework earned in conjunction with international travel, This course, with reference to a series of historical case normally as part of a GCU-sponsored international study studies, examines the imperial experiences in world trip. Students will complete substantial academic history. The approach taken is a comparative one, assignments as determined by the instructor. Course fees highlighting similarities and contrasts between various do not include trip costs. Offered on application and with historical empires. Among the case studies the course will approval of department. examine are the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, the Mongol Empire, the British Empire, Ming China, and the HST410 Internship in History 3 credits Soviet Empire. The final week of the course will raise the Offered to history majors who wish to enhance their question whether the current American hegemony academic training in private or public institutions. A constitutes an empire, and what historical lessons might substantial project is required. Limited to seniors and juniors be applied to these present-day realities. Prerequisite or with the approval of the department. Offered on application. corequisite: HST300 or permission of the instructor. HST475 History Seminar 3 credits HST352 History of Mexico 3 credits Students in HST475 will research and write a substantial This course surveys the histories of people of Mexico research paper that serves as the capstone course and from the pre-Columbian period to the present. Central exit exam from the department. Prerequisite: HST300. themes include labor, law, gender, race, nationalism, Limited to juniors and seniors. Offered each spring religion, and art. Prerequisite or corequisite: HST300 or semester. 2 clock hours. permission of instructor.

116 | Georgian Court University Geography PO211 American National Government 3 credits Course materials present politics as a value allocation The course offerings in the Geography program are designed to provide an overview of the discipline by process constrained by the institutions and processes of identifying specific natural and human phenomena American government. Major topics include the distributed on the Earth’s surface. This goal is institutions of the federal government, civil liberties and accomplished by recognizing that the map is the essential civil rights, and elections. Particular focus is directed tool for understanding the spatial relationships of those toward specific issues and problems at the discretion of phenomena. This geographic foundation should enable the instructor and as the electoral and political cycles one to analyze this information within a local, national and global context. warrant. Course credit may be applied to the American Studies minor. GO281 Introduction to Geography 3 credits Investigates the variables in basic resources in different PO221 State & Local Government in America 3 credits parts of the world. A study of the cultural relationships to This course examines politics at the state and local level, international economic and population patterns. Applicable with a focus on New Jersey. The course covers general to International Studies and Latin American Studies minors. problems of federalism and specific issues drawn from a variety of topics including, but not limited to, law GO283 Economic Geography 3 credits enforcement, taxation, local development/land use and Designed to provide a systematic approach to understanding local election campaigns. Course credit may be applied to economic concepts in a spatial and global perspective. The the American Studies minor. focus is on distribution and economic growth in a world economy that is experiencing rapid transition. PO390 Special Topics in Political Science 3 credits An advanced course designed to examine a particular GO285 Human Geography 3 credits topic through selected readings, lectures, class activities The course is designed to investigate specific ways that and student research. humans, as agents of change, have deliberately and accidentally modified the earth’s surface. A key PO471, 472 & 473 Internship in Political component will be to recognize the theoretical aspects of Science I, II & III 3 credits the discipline and apply them in contemporary local, These courses are offered to all students who are regional, and global settings. completing the requirements for the political science concentration/ minor. The courses will be individually GO300 History of Geography 3 credits designed to further the student’s academic training in the Investigation of the historic transition of geographic ideas private or public sectors (PO471: local institutions; from the ancient world to the modern period. Emphasis PO472: state institutions; PO473: federal institutions). A on this transition will be from the European, Asian, and substantive project(s) is(are) required, which will be United States perspective. determined by the instructor and the student’s immediate GO325 Historical Geography 3 credits supervisor. Limited to seniors and second-semester Students will use documents and selected readings to juniors. A maximum of 9 credits will be granted for one discover obvious and subtle landscape changes as visible internship. Prerequisites: Approval of the department. and historic imprints on the earth’s surface. Course content Offered on application. is thematic with local, national, and international coverage. GO350 Geographical Information Systems (GIS) 3 credits Designed for students and those in the public and private sector to gather and display data in unique and in INTEGRATIVE HEALTH cartographic formats. GIS provides insights to geographic phenomena that would be difficult to visualize and The integrative health minor and integrative health interpret by other techniques. certificate program were developed as a response to the changing health perspective in Western culture. The Political Science courses are designed to provide a profile of the integrative paradigm from philosophical, historical and Political Science courses provide students with the tools methodological viewpoints. These concepts readily needed for a life of social activism and the pursuit of support other disciplines such as education, psychology, social justice and social welfare, within the framework of a social work, gerontology, religion, business and biology. comprehensive education in politics. Students are For both minor and certificate program, students must strongly encouraged to pursue an internship or similar complete a minimum of 18 credits in integrative health practical political activity. and 1 credit of PE300 or PE310.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 117 Gainful Employment information about GCU certificate three stages: reproductive, pre-reproductive, and post- programs can be found at georgian.edu/gainful-employment. reproductive with emphasis on various human relations Students who minored in Integrative Health (or undergraduate that co-occur with women’s integration of mind, body, and level certificate) will be placed in the advanced standing as spirit. Encourage learners to closely examine their current they begin their M.A. in Holistic Health Studies program at health behaviors and attitudes. GCU. 3 to 6 credits course waiver (one elective course and or HH515 Stress Management) can be granted based on their IH320 Integrative Healing Methods 3 credits academic standing. Provides the foundation on which students can develop an awareness of the various forms of integrative healing options. COURSES Students will cover the historical background, the IH110 Integrative Medical Terminology 2 credits philosophical basis and the methodology of some of the Basic and most common conventional medical terminology foremost integrative healing methods available to our society. as well as holistic/integrative medicine/CAM terms are IH325 Integrative Nutrition 3 credits defined and discussed through case study samples and Examine holistic and integrative influence of nutrition on empirical research in relevant fields. Abbreviations and individual’s health and well-being. Research-based their appropriate usage are represented. dietary/nutrition therapies are explored for most common IH210 Integrative Self-Care Planning 3 credits chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, This course will examine the past present future of health cancer, diabetes, obesity, as well as for special and healing. Learners will practice perspective taking populations, such as women and children. While (first, second, and third person) to gain a more integrative research-based nutritional therapy information helps view of contemporary health concerns, such as obesity, improve coaching practice directly, this course cardiovascular disease, cancer, and aging, and addictive emphasizes the importance of knowing how and when to behaviors. Learners will develop a framework refer clients to health care professionals in health and emphasizing the importance of balance and integration of wellness coaching practice. mind, body and spirit, as well as an understanding of IH330 Health, Humor & Healing 3 credits disease vs. dis-ease. Learners will explore prevention Designed to define basic concepts of the mind/body models and design a personal care plan for achieving connection, the innate healing potential of humor, ancient optimum health and well-being. and current approaches toward healing, and the IH220 Integrative Approach to Nutrition & relationship between humor and health. Movement 3 credits IH335 Integrative Stress Management & Health 3 credits Contrasting with the current ADA’s nutritional guidelines An examination of the multidimensional phenomenon of utilizing macro and micro nutrients, develop an understanding stress, the relationship between the mind and body of the Eastern approach to nutrition and exercise in obtaining connection, as well as conditions, attitudes and behaviors overall health, including effects of movement as it relates to that contribute to the stress response. Includes the the meridians. Investigate how the energetic properties of psychosomatic theory of disease and the mechanisms food can contribute to overall well-being. that link stress and illness. Using an integrative/holistic IH305 Foundations of Health & Wellness approach for intervention, students will be able to design Coaching 3 credits stress management programs for themselves and others. Examine the history, theories, and emergent profession of IH337 Integrative Lifestyle Modifications 3 credits Health and Wellness Coaching in the U.S. Diverse This course examines the multidisciplinary theoretical theories and techniques of behavior changes, wellness bases and applied coaching practice of facilitating lifestyle coaching competencies, coaching relationship skills, and modifications, distinguishing coaching from counseling, self-discovery tools will be discussed. Professionalism, educating, and consulting. Coaching competencies in ethos, and educational training and career preparation for facilitating changes and learning are demonstrated, Health and Wellness Coaching are also discussed. modeled, and practiced with the use of case studies and Prerequisite: IH210. role playing. Prerequisite: IH110. IH310/WS315 Integrative Women’s Health 3 credits IH340 Integrative Health: East & West 3 credits This course examines current women’s health issues A comprehensive study of the similarities and differences throughout the life span in the integrative/holistic view. between Ayurvedic medicine and Traditional Chinese Discuss the impact of women’s health on family, medicine. In the context of the current Western living community, and society. The life-span will be divided into environment, students will not only explore the common 118 | Georgian Court University thread underlying most ancient forms of medicine but they will also study the body as an integrated whole in which the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES aspects of life are one. The interdisciplinary studies major is designed to open up IH345 Native American Medicine 3 credits to interested students the rich and challenging world of the Course will examine the contributions Native Americans liberal arts with its myriad perspectives. Exposure to a have made in the area of natural healing and explore the broad spectrum of related disciplines will help students historical and philosophical perspective of Native integrate their knowledge and experience, deepen their American culture and their beliefs concerning their understanding of the intellectual and creative relationship to the environment and the animal kingdom. achievements of the past, and promote attitudes of curiosity and critical reflection toward expressive forms of IH350 Special Topics in Integrative Health 1–3 credits culture and civilization. The program is committed to the Course will include discussion, lecture and selected belief that only through the exchange of ideas can the readings in areas of integrative health that are not offered challenges of life become occasions for understanding. as formal course offerings during the year. Different The program of study leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) topics offered each semester. in Interdisciplinary Studies requires a minimum of 30 credits. Majors will be assigned to an advisor who will IH365 Health & Wellness Coaching Practice 3 credits provide them with the recommended sequence of Build upon the theoretical foundations and conceptual courses in his or her area of concentration and with framework of Health and Wellness Coaching gained recommended general education courses. through IH305, this course focuses on practicing skills Except for transfer students for whom the block transfer necessary for Health and Wellness Coaching. Learners policy applies, interdisciplinary studies majors must will use this course to prepare themselves to have their complete all general education requirements. field experience (IH405). Emphasis is placed on ethical Students majoring in interdisciplinary studies are eligible practice, effective communication with the client and for Dual Elementary Certification K–6 and Teacher of health care professionals, Health and Wellness Coach Students with Disabilities Endorsement. Students competency. A Health Coaching competency list will be pursuing teacher certification should refer to the School of used to practice and self-assess each skill during the Education section of this catalog. course. Prerequisite: IH305. Program Student Learning Outcomes IH380 Health & the Environment 3 credits Upon successful completion of the program of studies for By inquiring into the effects of human social organization Interdisciplinary Studies, the student will receive a B.A. in and relationship with natural environment on physical, Interdisciplinary Studies and will have given evidence of emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, this course the following outcomes and goals: will contextualize individual health issues and seek • The analysis of human experience from multiple healing responses to imbalances in social, environmental, disciplinary perspectives as evidenced by and personal health. student portfolio. IH405 Field Experience in Health & Wellness • Application of research methods and tools from Coaching 3 credits at least one discipline within a capstone project. Learners will spend a total of 100 hours with a coaching • Writing and speaking proficiently in informal mentor in order to observe and apply Health and (classroom) and formal (presentations) settings. Wellness Coaching skills in various settings. An online • Application of the skills of the interdisciplinary studies discussion forum will be utilized for peer discussions as major to a profession through completion of career well as communication with the instructor of one’s modules and directed internship opportunities. progress. Prerequisites: IH305, IH365. Major Sequence • One course in exploring the interdisciplinary studies and a final senior seminar in interdisciplinary studies. • 18 semester hours in courses at the 200 level or above in one of the following disciplines: American studies, business (including accounting, economics, and information systems), English, history, integrative health, religious studies, Spanish.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 119 • 6 semester hours in courses at the 200 level or above CH108 Environmental Chemistry 4 credits from any of the disciplines listed above or from world An introductory course that fulfills the general education languages and cultures and philosophy. These science requirements. The extraordinary role played by courses will be selected under advisement to round chemistry is illustrated by studying environmental topics. out the major concentration. Topics include pollution, ozone hole, global warming, • A full academic year within the program is required energy crisis, water purification, acid rain, and nuclear prior to enrolling in IN401. energy. Basic concepts in the field of chemistry will also be discussed. 3 hours lecture, 3 hour laboratory. COURSES GS300 Faculty-Led Education Abroad 1–3 credits IN201 Exploring Interdisciplinary Studies 3 credits This course may be offered in conjunction with a faculty- A study of key ideas of interdisciplinary studies with an led education abroad experience. The course’s learning emphasis on writing research essays in the disciplines. goals and objectives and the activities designed to meet Students will explore their area of concentration as it them depend on the nature of the education abroad relates to career. The course will enable students to experience. The course may meet before and after the recognize and analyze works in various disciplines; and education abroad experience in addition to during the to understand and appreciate the role that the humanities experience. Students spend approximately 12.5 hours in play in human culture. This course can be substituted for formal instruction and have approximately 25 hours of a research course from the area of concentration. learning activities outside of class per credit. With the IN401 Seminar in Interdisciplinary Studies 3 credits approval of the department chair, the course may be used The seminar ranges across the spectrum of human for credit in the major. experience, utilizes a variety of theoretical and artistic HRP200 Medical Terminology 3 credits approaches, and its topics vary from semester to semester. This course will provide students with the necessary skills Student are expected to actively engage the material, to to understand the complex terminology commonly used present their own research, and to use the class meetings within health care professions where precise as a forum for thoughtful conversation and their inquiry. communication is imperative. Students will gain familiarity Students will write an extended research paper in the area with Greek and Latin root words as well as prefixes and of their concentration and present it to the class. This course suffixes, and will learn to correctly assemble and define may be substituted with a seminar from the area of medical terms. Students will also learn to use and apply concentration. Offered on an as-needed basis. medical language in a variety of real world medical HU405 Special Studies 1–3 credits contexts. Students will also learn proper pronunciation of An in-depth program of study based on a specific area of complex medical terms. Prerequisite: BI213. interest or an interdisciplinary investigation under the INT450 Internship & Career Preparation 1 credit direction of a faculty member. Intended for the advanced Learn the fundamentals necessary to establish and student in the humanities program. Offered on application. complete a successful internship experience. Prepare to participate in an internship related to an area of interest or present employment. This course covers exploring career options and developing resumes and cover letters, INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSES & EARTH interview skills, and job search strategies—including use of technology. Open to all undergraduates with junior or SCIENCES COURSES senior status. For School of Business students, the The courses described here do not constitute a major by course prepares students for successful completion of a themselves, but may be taken as part of other majors for-credit internship, BU451. such as Natural Sciences or taken as electives to INT452 Career/Life Management Skills: Meet Your increase the student’s knowledge. Courses from Biology, Future Self 1 credit Chemistry and Physics listed with an SC number are part of this group of courses. SC111, SC112, and PH/SC334 This experiential course designed to meet twice a week may be used to fulfill the general education natural will provide students with the career/life management science with laboratory requirement. Integrated science skills needed to thrive at home, school and work. courses (SC111 and 112) are recommended for students Students will be introduced to concepts of contemplative seeking teacher certification, especially those planning to living to establish long and short-term goals. Specifically, teach grades K–6 or K–8. they will develop skills in reflection, self-awareness,

120 | Georgian Court University communication, time management and financial planning, wonders of the universe are revealed to us. Laboratory integrating an understanding of the Hidden Rules of Class will include telescopic observations. 3 hours lecture, and the Mercy core values. This will enable them to 3 hours laboratory. understand the impact today’s behaviors will have on SC/PH337 Physics of Meteorology 4 credits their long-term desired outcomes. Study of the physics of meteorology and dynamic nature of INT453 Professional Development & Disability 2 credits our atmosphere, the physical processes that shape This course prepares students with disabilities and those weather and climate and the factors that control prediction interested in supporting the employment of people with of the weather. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. disabilities in the principles and practices related to career SC350 Special Topics in Natural Science: management strategies. Students will learn about Climate Change 4 credits disability-related employment history, messaging, legal This introductory semester course uses online delivered requirements, policies, and best practices. They will gain data to develop climate in a systems approach. The experience with career exploration approaches designed paradigm of climate systems and sustainability will use to increase a job seeker’s self-confidence, choices, and critical thinking skills to frame the concepts of climate knowledge of career options, explore accommodation change and climate variability. Real time data will assess strategies in the workplace, and discuss disability climate issues over the range of time and human disclosure strategies. Broader workplace skills necessary involvement. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. for career success are also covered. SC360/BI360 Current Issues in Environmental SC111 Integrated Science I 4 credits Sustainability 3 credits Two-semester sequence incorporates principles in biology, This course focuses on the development of skills that will chemistry, physics and earth science. Topics include enable students to think critically and evaluate information matter, energy, entropy, thermodynamics, electricity, about the impact that our current “Western” lifestyles and magnetism, atomic and nuclear structure, chemical population trends have on the attainment of a sustainable principles and reactions. Laboratory experience presents a environment. We will investigate the goods and services series of exercises that demonstrate the principles provided to humans by nature and the impacts of our own presented in lecture. Offered in the fall. 3 hours lecture, environmental issues related to sustainability and reflect 3 hours laboratory. upon how and to what extent our individual employ, both SC112 Integrated Science II 4 credits personally and as a society, including insights gained Two-semester course sequence incorporates principles in from the ways in which non-Western societies relate to biology, chemistry, physics and earth science. Topics one another and to the environment. We will consider the include weather, astronomy, the solar system, the earth, ethical dilemmas we generate as consumers and the living organisms and their environment and human biology. value of promoting social justice, respect for rights of Laboratory experience presents a series of exercises that humans, non-human organisms and environment, and a demonstrate the principles presented in lecture. Offered in commitment to action and care for others. Prerequisite: the spring. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. BI109 or BI120. SC115 Science Technology & Society 3 credits SC393 Coastal Geomorphology 3 credits Study the development, application, and principles of An introductory course that stresses the origin, processes modern science. It will describe what science and and physiography of the coastal zone. Emphasis will be technology is, how it is practiced, who practices it, how placed on a systems approach to issues facing the discoveries are made and accepted, and what the impact coastal zone by applying skills and techniques from other of science is on society. Important scientific theories and allied sciences. Local areas will serve as resources for principles will be examined as well as modern problems the course in which one of the final goals will be a model and controversies facing science today, drawn from many based on time, structure and process. Required at the fields of science. end of the course will be an original manuscript that uses SC/PH334 Astronomy: Stars, Planets, the theme of stewardship for society and the coastal Galaxies & the Universe 4 credits zone. Prerequisites: 2 semesters of science. 3 hours Study of the concepts of astronomy and cosmology. lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Topics include evolution of our concept of the universe SC405 Earth Science 4 credits from Ptolemaic beliefs to modern cosmology; space Traditional topics in earth science including minerals and exploration and the instruments through which the rocks; geologic time and the age and origin of the Earth;

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 121 plate tectonics; mountains and volcanoes; the Earth’s personal learning objectives that require facilities outside interior; the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. the university. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credits in Prerequisites; BI112, CH112, PH112, and any two the minor. 200/300- level science course required for the B.S. in Natural Sciences. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. SC433 Oceanography 4 credits Study of physical oceanography, including dynamics of MATHEMATICS & COMPUTER ocean currents, waves, tides, and thermoclines; physical properties of ocean water; and effects of geological plate INFORMATION SYSTEMS tectonics, including volcanic eruptions, coastal dynamics, Courses in mathematics are designed to give the ocean-atmosphere interactions, and stewardship. fundamental training necessary to prepare students to do Prerequisite: Two semesters of basic science. 3 hours graduate work in mathematics, to become teachers in the lecture, 3 hours laboratory. secondary schools or to take advantage of the employment opportunities that exist in industry, business and education. 3 credits SUS400 Transitioning to a Sustainable Society The courses provide all students with some understanding The purpose of this interdisciplinary, advanced topic of mathematics and its importance to civilization. In course in sustainability is to assist students in the process addition students of the sciences are given the of integrating the material from the core courses in the mathematical basis essential for their disciplines. minor into a unified whole. Through reading and MATHEMATICS discussion of seminal and contemporary texts, students will examine and analyze the contemporary debate on if MA103, MA105, MA106, MA107, MA109, MA110 & MA115 and how our globalized society can transition from conventional operating systems which experts say have Students intending to enter MA103, MA105, MA106, us on a crash course for extinction, toward modes of MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115 must take a living and being which prioritize human need, well-being departmental examination if they do not have the and planetary biophysical boundaries, and ideally, result specified course prerequisite. Placement in these in sustainable prosperity for more than just a small courses will be recommended on the basis of the percentage of wealthy and powerful groups. This course results of this examination. will also challenge students to look at how Program Student Learning Goals interdisciplinary sustainability issues manifest within their chosen disciplines. The course is meant to provide Upon completion of the Mathematics degree program, students with the intellectual tools they need to examine students should be able to: current events and problems, as well as suggested “fixes” • Demonstrate an understanding of the logical structure for those problems, through a systems thinking lens, and and style of mathematics with an enlightened and percipient view of future impacts. • Pursue a meaningful career in mathematics, It is also meant to counter the “doom and gloom” feelings mathematics teaching, or a related field that are inevitably conjured up in environmental and • Demonstrate quantitative and abstract reasoning and sustainability courses, with a hopeful view of the potential the ability to use mathematics as a computational and for social change and a viable way forward, of which they analytical tool should feel better prepared to be a part of after • Use mathematical software tools for exploration completing this course. Prerequisites: Completion of at least 12 credits of the Required Courses in Sustainability Program Student Learning Outcomes Minor, including BI360. Upon successful completion of the program of studies for SUS410 Internship in Sustainability 2–3 credits Mathematics, the student will receive a B.A. in The sustainability internship is a 90-hour (2 credit) or Mathematics and will have given evidence of the following 120-hour (3 credit) sustainability-based/career-oriented outcomes and goals: work experience performed outside the university. It is • Students will perform, understand, and apply the arranged and developed by the individual student in properties of mathematical operations through conjunction with the Sustainability Director. The purpose assignments, and testing in the program’s of the internship program is to encourage students to gain core coursework. firsthand experience in a specific sustainability-based • Students will produce solutions of real-world and career, or provide students opportunities to satisfy theoretical problems in precise and logical 122 | Georgian Court University fashion and identify key mathematical structures prospective elementary school teachers. Prerequisite: through assignments, presentations, and testing departmental placement examination. in the program's core coursework. MA106 Modern Mathematical Concepts II 3 credits • Students will communicate effectively orally and Material covered will be selected from the following in writing and develop skills for productive topics: Algebra-based problem solving, linear and teamwork through assignments, presentations, quadratic equations, inequalities, variation, graphs, and testing in the program's core coursework. functions, geometry, measurement, counting methods, • Students will use computer-aided technology to statistics, the relation between algebra and geometry. visualize mathematical graphs and functions, Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. support problem solving with accuracy, be facile with technology usage and functions, and be MA107 Quantitative Methods 3 credits discriminate in the use of programming and Quick review of basic algebra; systems of linear applications, as evidenced in assignments, equations, inequalities and linear programming; fractional presentations, and testing in the program’s powers, radical equations; quadratic equations; graphs core coursework. and algebraic equations; logarithms; time value of money; word problems; simple interest and simple discount. Major Sequence Recommended for business majors. Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. A minimum of 33 credits are required including MA115, MA116, MA209, MA210, MA215, MA216 or MA331, MA109 College Algebra 3 credits MA311, MA312, and MA401. It is highly recommended An introduction to real-valued functions and their graphs that education majors take MA331. In addition, CS123 including polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic is required. functions; composite and inverse functions; theory of Certification as a Teacher of Mathematics equations; systems of equations and inequalities. Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. A Students follow the major sequence in mathematics but must also include MA321 and MA400 and are advised to student who has passed MA115 with a grade of C or take MA331. For required professional courses in better may not subsequently receive credit for MA109. education, please refer to the School of Education section MA110 Precalculus 3 credits of this catalog. Plane and analytic geometry—lines translation of axes; Minor Sequence functions and graphs (with and without graphing calculators), translation of graphs, analytic trigonometry, Computer Information Systems exponential functions, inverse functions (including inverse CS123 or equivalent, CS126 and four additional CS trigonometric functions and logarithmic functions), courses numbered CS111 and above. absolute value inequalities. Prerequisite: MA109 or Mathematics departmental placement examination. A student who has Eighteen credits in mathematics courses at the MA115 passed MA115 with a grade of C or better may not level or higher including MA115 and MA116. CS123 can subsequently receive credit for MA110. be counted toward the minor. MA115 Calculus I 4 credits Limits and their properties, continuity, derivatives and COURSES their applications, integrals, Fundamental Theorem. MA103 Making Sense of Data: Statistical These will be applied to algebraic, trigonometric, Thinking 3 credits exponential, and logarithmic functions. Prerequisite: A broad introduction to the use and misuse of statistics. MA110 with a grade of C or better or departmental Types of variables, descriptive statistics. Tabular and placement examination. 5 hours lecture. visual display of data. Sampling and polling. Elements MA116 Calculus II 4 credits of probability. Making inferences from samples. Applications of the definite integral, techniques of Estimation, Hypothesis Testing, Use of computer integration, infinite sequences and series, tests for software to display and analyze data. Prerequisite: convergence, Taylor’s Theorem, power series. Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. MA115 with a grade of C or better. 5 hours lecture. MA105 Modern Mathematical Concepts I 3 credits Elementary mathematical logic, set theory, number systems, elementary number theory. Recommended for Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 123 MA209 Linear Algebra 3 credits irrational numbers. Dimensional units in geometric and Vectors, matrices, linear equations, real vector spaces, physical applications. Rates and ratios. Linear and more determinants, linear transformations and matrix general functional relationships. This course is open only to representations, Euclidean spaces, eigenvalues and mathematics majors in the K–5 and K–8 tracks. eigenvectors. Prerequisite: MA110 with a grade of C or Prerequisite: MA301 with a grade of C or better. better; or departmental placement examination. MA304 Topics in Mathematics 3 credits MA210 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits A specific topic not offered as a formal course during the Set theory, mathematical logic, logic networks, given semester. Prerequisite: approval of instructor. mathematical induction; relations and functions; MA311 Introduction to Abstract Algebra I 3 credits combinatorial analysis; graph theory. Prerequisite: MA110 An introduction to basic algebraic structures; mappings with a grade of C or better; or departmental placement and operations, permutations, properties of groups, examination. equivalence, congruence, divisibility, direct products and MA215 Calculus III 4 credits isomorphisms. Prerequisite: MA209, MA210, MA215 with Polar coordinates, vectors and vector-valued functions, a grade of C or better. 4 hours lecture. surfaces in space, functions of several variables, partial MA312 Introduction to Abstract Algebra II 3 credits derivatives, gradients, multiple integrals. Prerequisite: More algebraic structures; rings, integral domains, fields, MA116 with a grade of C or better. 5 hours lecture. polynomials over a field, quotient groups and rings and MA216 Vector Calculus 3 credits homomorphisms. Prerequisite: MA311 with a grade of C Analytic geometry in three dimensions, spherical and or better. 4 hours lecture. cylindrical coordinate systems, vector fields, implicit MA314 Mathematical Modeling 3 credits functions, line and surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Basics of mathematical modeling, qualitative analysis and divergence theorem, Stokes’ Theorem. Prerequisite: asymptotic behavior of discrete and continuous dynamical MA215 with a grade of C or better. systems, stability of equilibria; using symbolic software MA218 Differential Equations 3 credits packages to solve mathematical problems. Differential equations of the first order; linear differential Prerequisite: MA116. equations of higher order; applications to the physical MA321 Foundations of Geometry 3 credits sciences. Systems of linear differential equations, series An axiomatic treatment and critique of Euclidean solutions; the Laplace transform. Prerequisite: MA116 geometry. Hilbert’s axioms of connection, order, parallels, with a grade of C or better. congruence and continuity. Extension of Euclidean MA301 Mathematics for Elementary geometry to affine and projective geometry. Prerequisite: School Teachers I 3 credits MA209 and MA210 with a grade of C or better The first course in a two-semester sequence providing an MA331 Probability & Statistics I 3 credits in-depth reconsideration of key mathematical concepts in Basic probability theory in both discrete and continuous the K–8 curriculum. Representation and properties of sample spaces, random variables and their distribution integers. Physical and geometric interpretations of functions, expectation and variance, covariance and arithmetic operations. Use of manipulatives. Inverse correlation, and the central limit theorem. Prerequisite: relationships between addition and subtraction, MA116 and MA210 with a grade of C or better. multiplication and division. Arithmetic of signed numbers. Interrelationship between representation of numbers and MA332 Probability & Statistics II 3 credits algorithms of elementary arithmetic. Arithmetic vs. Estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, algebra. Problem solving techniques. This course is open simple and multiple regression, and the Gauss-Markov only to mathematics majors in the K–5 and K–8 tracks. theorem. Prerequisite: MA331 with a grade of C or better. Prerequisite: MA210 with a grade of C or better. MA400 Mathematics for Secondary MA302 Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers 3 credits School Teachers II 3 credits A capstone course for future secondary school teachers The second course in a two-semester sequence providing designed to strengthen understanding of secondary an in-depth reconsideration of key mathematical concepts in school content in the context of the college mathematics the K–8 curriculum. Interpretation and arithmetic of fractions. curriculum. Emphasis on alternate methods of problem Rational and irrational numbers. Exponents of rational and solving, unifying mathematical themes, the historical irrational numbers. Decimal representations of rational and context of the development of mathematical ideas, the 124 | Georgian Court University use of technology in teaching mathematics, correct CS111 Foundations of Computer Science 3 credits mathematical communication, and methods of making A survey of fundamental concepts in computer science. study of mathematics relevant, dynamic and enriching. Covers a wide variety of topics including algorithms, Prerequisite: MA215, MA311, and MA312. automata, language translation, digital logic, machine MA401 Introduction to Analysis 3 credits organization, networking basics and introductory software Real number axioms, sequences, completeness, engineering. This course will be ideal for anyone who compactness, continuity, uniform continuity, the wants a broad overview of what computer science is derivative, the Riemann integral and sequences of about. Many advanced topics will be introduced from an functions. Prerequisite: MA209, MA210, and MA215 with elementary perspective. a grade of C or better. 4 hours lecture. CS123 Computer Programming I 4 credits MA404 Complex Analysis 3 credits An introductory course using the computer language C++. The complex plane and the theory of analytic functions; Includes general computer concepts, C++ statements, mapping by elementary functions. Complex integration; selection structures, looping, functions, arrays, pointers series; residues and poles; conformal mapping. and classes. Students will design and code programs to Prerequisite: MA209, MA210, and MA215 with a grade of C run on the campus computer network. or better or permission of instructor. Offered on application. CS126 Computer Programming II 3 credits MA414 Research Problem in Mathematics 3 credits Continues the introduction to programming begun in Students specializing in mathematics may prepare a CS123 with an emphasis on object-oriented design research paper with the consent of the department. This principles and programming language features that may be an historical approach to a known problem, or an support object orientation. C++ or another object-oriented original approach to a problem arising from course work. language will be used for projects throughout the course. Offered on application. Also includes coverage of tools for managing large software projects. Prerequisite: CS123. MA415 Internship/Externship Program 1–4 credits Students have the opportunity to work in an industrial or CS209 Programming for the Web 3 credits advanced academic research atmosphere. Credit will be Programming techniques for the Web: HTML determined by the length of the experience, with a programming, JavaScript, Java applets. The material in minimum of 40 hours per credit. Prerequisites: MA215 this course is both of current interest in the field and an and junior or senior status. appropriate path to further develop programming design and implementation expertise. Prerequisite: CS123. MA433 Numerical Analysis 3 credits 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab. Methods of obtaining numerical solutions to various types of mathematical problems. Numerical solutions of CS225 Computer Architecture 3 credits systems of linear and nonlinear equations; interpolation; Digital computer systems, representation of data, CPU least squares approximations; numerical differentiation architecture, assembly language programming and integration; introduction to numerical methods of techniques, comparative machine architectures, differential equations. Programs will be assigned assemblers, loaders and operating systems. Short illustrating these methods. Prerequisites: MA116, CS123, programs to be written in assembly language will be or permission of instructor. assigned. Prerequisite: CS123. CS227 Data Structures 3 credits Computer Information Systems Arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, graphs, CS105 Computer Literacy 3 credits searching and sorting algorithms, hashing and recursion An introduction to computers and computer applications principles. An object-oriented programming language such intended for non-Computer Science majors. Explore as C++ will be used in writing programs illustrating the computer concepts and terminology, computer hardware implementation of the above concepts on the computer. and software, operating systems, the Internet, Web, Prerequisite: CS123, CS126, or approval of instructor. computer ethics, and security and privacy. Includes CS231 Introduction to Database Systems 3 credits hands-on experience with Microsoft Office 2007 word Comparison of hierarchical, network and relational data processing (Word), spreadsheet (Excel), database models; the three levels of database architecture; function (Access), presentation graphics (PowerPoint) and oriented vs. data-oriented system development; conceptual communication programs. data modeling-entities, attributes, specialization, relationships, cardinality, keys; the relational model and Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 125 normalization; using relational algebra to answer queries; CS410 Operating Systems 3 credits database security and system recovery. Basis concepts of operating systems, process management, CS235 Electronics for Scientists 4 credits concurrence, communications, memory management and See description under PH235. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab. protection, file systems. Prerequisite: CS225. CS306 Topics in Computer Science 3 credits CS433 Numerical Analysis 3 credits A specific topic not offered as a formal course during the See description under MA433. given academic semester. Prerequisites: approval of instructor. Offered on application. CS324 Algorithmic Analysis 3 credits Review of basic data structures. Graphs: terminology and MUSIC COURSES properties. Study of algorithms: analysis of complexity for The Department of Art & Visual Studies offers several internal and external sorting, shortest path, spanning tree, music courses in order that students have the opportunity cut points, connected components. Introduction to NP to gain an appreciation of music and its role in culture as completeness; approximation algorithms and parallel part of their liberal arts curriculum. When faculty are algorithms. Programs to be assigned using C++ or available Applied Music courses are offered in piano, equivalent. Prerequisites: MA116, MA210, CS227. voice and guitar. Applied music courses are offered for personal enrichment and may be taken by all students. CS326 Survey of Computer Networks & MU101 Applied Music 2 credits Telecommunications 3 credits Private lessons in piano, voice, popular guitar and Network architectures, topologies and protocols, classical guitar when faculty are available. Guitar operation of bridges, routers and gateways, network students must have their own instrument. This course will performance analysis, privacy, security, reliability, not fulfill general education requirements. Repeatable for configuration of LAN and WAN networks, communication credit. One hour per week, 14 lessons per semester. standards, and intranet and internet. Prerequisite: CS225 or instructor permission. MU109 Music Appreciation 3 credits A lecture and discussion-based course designed to CS327 Principles & Practices of develop the critical thinking skills needed to appreciate Computer Network Administration 3 credits and enjoy music. Students will learn to identify and Combines practical experience with technical understand the development of major styles and periods understanding. Overview of TCP/IP, protocols, routing, through listening and readings. setup, creating and administrating accounts, managing resources, printing environment, server architecture, MU214 Music of the Americas 3 credits installations, configurations, security. Hands-on experience A lecture and discussion-based course designed to with system administration of Windows NT and Linux. develop an appreciation and enjoyment of music created Prerequisite: CS326. 2 hours lecture; 2 hours lab. throughout the history of the Americas. The course will introduce students to music ranging from indigenous CS331 Organization of Programming cultures to the multitude of musical styles that have come Languages & Compilers 3 credits to influence contemporary music. Students will develop Interaction between language design, compiler design an appreciation for this broad range of music through and run-time organization. Topics include syntactic and listening and readings. lexical analysis, parsing, dataflow analysis, memory management, register allocation and code generation. MU215 World Music 3 credits Prerequisite: CS225. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. A lecture and discussion-based course designed to develop an appreciation and enjoyment of world music. CS401 Mathematical Principles of The course will introduce students to a wide range music Computer Graphics 3 credits from various cultures worldwide. Students will develop a Introduction to concepts, tools and techniques of global awareness of and appreciation for this music computer graphics, scaling, translation, and rotation through listening and readings. transformations, windowing and clipping, three- dimensional techniques, light and color, hidden lines and MU467 Independent Study 3 credits surfaces. Prerequisite: CS123 and MA209, or permission An Independent Study in music may under certain of instructor. circumstances be arranged with the permission of a professor and the department chair. The student will work on a project in an area of music with the guidance of the 126 | Georgian Court University professor the student has chosen to work with. A COURSES minimum of one weekly meeting with adviser is required. BI109 Environmental Biology 4 credits On approval of application. Environmental Biology is a course concerned with the past, present, and future of life on earth, from the beginning of the universe through human civilization. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the major NATURAL SCIENCES principles of the science of ecology and the environment, and students will gain a deepened appreciation for the The major in natural sciences prepares students for interdependence and interrelatedness of all living employment as teachers and/or scientists in industrial organisms. This knowledge will be used to assess current laboratories and for further study in the sciences. and future issues arising from human use and Students take courses in biology, chemistry, physics, earth science and mathematics. The laboratory work will degradation of natural resources. The principles of build skills for planning and carrying out laboratory sustainability will be woven through the analysis of earth’s experiments in science and provide students with an support systems and current environmental issues to intellectual foundation that will help them understand provide a path forward for future generations. 3 hours recent advances in science and technology. lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Although any student may choose natural sciences as a BI111 Life: Human Biology 4 credits major, the program is ideally suited for students Life: Human Biology provides students an overview of the interested in pursuing a career as a K–8 science teacher. Empowered by knowledge from mathematics and all the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Students will branches of the natural sciences, students can serve their gain an understanding and appreciation of the elegant community as successful science teachers and be able to molecular mechanisms that underlie human genetics and be leaders for science education in their schools. reproduction, and learn the essential facts of the structure and function of the eleven organ systems that comprise Program Student Learning Outcomes the human body. Students may not take BI111 (or See Biology and Chemistry Student Learning Outcomes. equivalent transfer courses) for biology major credit after Major Sequence completing more than 8 credits of biology courses. Students may not take BI111 (or equivalent transfer A minimum of 40 credits in the natural sciences is required course) for credit after completion of BI213 Human for the B.S. degree in Natural Sciences. The required science courses are BI109, BI111, CH111, CH112, Anatomy and Physiology I or BI214 Human Anatomy and PH111, PH112, CH211, SC405; one from group I (BI305, Physiology II. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Offered BI324, BI325 or BI340); and one from group II (PH334, each year. PH337, SC393 or SC433). The required math courses are CH111 The World of Chemistry 4 credits one from group III (MA103, BI203 or MA331) and two from An introductory course for non-science majors and group IV (MA109, MA110, MA115, MA116, CS111, CS123, MA209, MA210). The first math course to be taken natural science majors that emphasizes the principles of from group IV will be determined by the student’s score on chemistry, specifically the comprehensive laws that help the mathematics placement test. The choice of the other explain how matter behaves through inquiry based math course from group IV should be made based on the learning. The major theme explores the way in which recommendation of the academic advisor. molecules interact and how that explains the nature of A student must earn a GPA of 2.5 or better after completing substances. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. 24 of the required credits to continue the program. CH112 Chemistry in Your Life 4 credits Elementary Education Certification Second part of a two semester sequence. An introductory Students working toward Dual Elementary Certification course for non-science majors and natural science majors K–6 and Teacher of Students with Disabilities that emphasizes the principles of chemistry, specifically Endorsement with a major in natural sciences please the comprehensive laws that help explain how matter refer to the School of Education section of this catalog for behaves through inquiry based learning. The major theme required professional courses in education. explores the relations between molecular structure within TRANSFER REGULATIONS the body and their physiological functions. Prerequisite CH111. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Typically Students must complete a minimum of 24 credits in offered each spring. the natural sciences program at Georgian Court, including SC405.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 127 PH111, 112 How Things Work: Physics in CH113 and CH114, or permission of chairperson. Everyday Life I & II 4–8 credits Prerequisite or corequisite BI203. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours An introduction to the basic laws of physics experienced laboratory or field work. Offered as needed. in our everyday environment and in this world of CH211 Chemistry of the Elements 4 credits technology. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one year. An in-depth study of the Table of Elements and the BI203 Data Collection & Analysis in the atomic, ionic and molecular nature of materials. Emphasis Sciences 3 credits on understanding the relationship between A practical overview of scientific investigation with composition/structure of matter and its physical and emphasis on a unified process of experimental design, chemical properties. Explore the most widely accepted hypothesis testing, and data analysis. A variety of theories on the origins and natural states of matter, and descriptive measures and statistical techniques, both the bonding models used to explain and anticipate parametric and nonparametric, are presented from the material properties. Address the many numerous, standpoint of their appropriateness to the context of the important commercial chemicals and industrial processes. data. Proficiency in the use of computer software for data Laboratory presents a series of exercises that analysis and display is a major goal of the course and is demonstrate the chemical principles presented in lecture. emphasized throughout. Prerequisites: Completion of any Recommended for those planning to teach the physical of the following courses: PH112, PH122, CH112, CH114, sciences, but may be taken by non-science majors as BI111, BI112, or BI121. Offered each fall. well. Prerequisites: CH111 or CH114; Prerequisite or BI305+ Biological Interactions: Cell, Organism & corequisite: CH112. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Ecological Communication & Coordination 4 credits CS111 Foundations of Computer Science 3 credits Biological systems are characterized by interactions at all A survey of fundamental concepts in computer science. levels of organization from molecular to global scales. This Covers a wide variety of topics including algorithms, course will provide students with the opportunity to build on automata, language translation, digital logic, machine and integrate the knowledge they have gained in previous organization, networking basics and introductory software science courses by researching a variety of interactions engineering. This course will be ideal for anyone who within and between cells, organisms, and ecosystems. It wants a broad overview of what computer science is also emphasizes inquiry-based, collaborative learning and about. Many advanced topics will be introduced from an development of real-world problem-solving skills. Designed elementary perspective. for biology majors and minors and for students in the CS123 Computer Programming I 4 credits natural sciences. Pre-requisites: Either BI112 or BI120 and An introductory course using the computer language C++. one or more of the following: BI111, BI121 or BI204. Includes general computer concepts, C++ statements, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. selection structures, looping, functions, arrays, pointers BI324 Botany 4 credits and classes. Students will design and code programs to A study of the morphology, physiology, evolution and run on the campus computer network. taxonomy of plants. Fungi and autotrophic protistans and MA103 Making Sense of Data: prokaryotes are introduced. Prerequisites: BI111 and Statistical Thinking 3 credits BI112, or BI120 and BI121. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours A broad introduction to the use and misuse of statistics. Types laboratory or field work. Offered as needed. of variables, descriptive statistics. Tabular and visual display BI325 Zoology 4 credits of data. Sampling and polling. Elements of probability. Making An overview of the animal-like protistans and Kingdom inferences from samples. Estimation, Hypothesis Testing, Animalia. The phylogenetic relationships among these Use of computer software to display and analyze data. organisms will be used as a foundation from which to Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. study animal structure and physiology. Prerequisites: MA109 College Algebra 3 credits BI111 and BI112, or BI120 and BI121. 3 hours lecture, An introduction to real-valued functions and their graphs 3 hours laboratory. Offered as needed. including polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic BI340 Principles of Ecology 4 credits functions; composite and inverse functions; theory of Study the interactions between organisms and their equations; systems of equations and inequalities. environment at the individual, population, community and Prerequisite: departmental placement examination. A ecosystem levels. Prerequisites: BI111 and BI112 or student who has passed MA115 with a grade of C or BI120 and BI121, and either CH111 and CH112, or better may not subsequently receive credit for MA109.

128 | Georgian Court University MA110 Precalculus 3 credits PH337 Physics of Meteorology 4 credits Plane and analytic geometryólines, conic sections, A study of the physics of meteorology and dynamic translation of axes; functions and graphs (with and nature of our atmosphere, the physical processes that without graphing calculators), translation of graphs, shape weather and climate and the factors that control analytic trigonometry, exponential functions, inverse prediction of the weather. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours functions (including inverse trigonometric functions and laboratory, one semester. Offered once every two years logarithmic functions), absolute value inequalities. or upon request. Prerequisite: MA109 or departmental placement SC393 Coastal Geomorphology 3 credits examination. A student who has passed MA115 with a C Origin, processes and physiography of the coastal zone. or better may not subsequently receive credit for MA110. Learn to use a systems approach to issues facing the MA115 Calculus I 4 credits coastal zone by applying skills and techniques from other Limits and their properties, continuity, derivatives and allied sciences. Local areas will serve as resources for their applications, integrals, Fundamental Theorem. the course in which one of the final goals will be a model These will be applied to algebraic, trigonometric, inverse based on time, structure, and process. An original trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions. manuscript on the theme of stewardship for society and Prerequisite: MA110 with a grade of C or better or the coastal zone is required. Prerequisite: two semesters departmental placement examination. 5 hours lecture of science. MA116 Calculus II 4 credits SC405 Earth Science 4 credits Applications of the definite integral, techniques of Traditional topics in earth science including minerals and integration, infinite sequences and series, tests for rocks; geologic time and the age and origin of the Earth; convergence, Taylor’s Theorem, power series. Prerequisite: plate tectonics; mountains and volcanoes; the Earth’s MA115 with a grade of C or better. 5 hours lecture. interior; the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. MA209* Linear Algebra 3 credits Prerequisites; BI112, CH112, PH112, and any two Vectors, matrices, linear equations, real vector spaces, 200/300- level science course required for the B.S. in determinants, linear transformations and matrix Natural Sciences. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. representations, Euclidean spaces, eigenvalues and SC433 Oceanography 4 credits eigenvectors. Prerequisite: MA110 with a grade of C or A study of physical oceanography, including the dynamics better; or departmental placement examination. of ocean currents, waves, tides and thermoclines; the MA210 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits physical properties of ocean water and effects of Set theory, mathematical logic, logic networks, mathematical geological plate tectonics including volcanic eruptions, induction; relations and functions; combinatorial analysis; coastal dynamics, ocean-atmosphere interactions and graph theory. Prerequisite: MA110 with a grade of C or ocean stewardship. Pre-requisite: two semesters of a better; or departmental placement examination. basic science. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. MA331 Probability & Statistics I 3 credits Basic probability theory in both discrete and continuous sample spaces, random variables and their distribution functions, expectation and variance, covariance and NURSING correlation, and the central limit theorem. Prerequisite: The nursing program prepares graduates to be MA116 and MA210 with a grade of C or better, or professional nurses who work in collaboration with other permission of department chair. members of the healthcare team to provide holistic PH334 Astronomy: Stars, Planets, Galaxies & patient-centered care. Nursing practice encompasses all levels of care across the continuum and throughout the the Universe 4 credits lifespan for all members of the global human community. A study of the concepts of astronomy and cosmology. Topics include evolution of our concept of the universe Through participation in the teaching-learning process, graduates of the program will be able to integrate from Ptolemaic beliefs to modern cosmology; space scientific evidence with the healthcare needs and values exploration and the instruments through which the of patients, families, groups and communities through wonders of the universe are revealed to us. Laboratory application of the nursing process. The purposes of the will include telescopic observations. 3 hours lecture, program are to prepare students to 3 hours laboratory. • enter the profession as novice practitioners of nursing; Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 129 • participate in the advancement of the profession; and B.S.N. Program for Students Who Are Not • engage in lifelong learning. Registered Nurses

Organizing Framework Admission to the B.S.N. Program The nursing curriculum complements the mission, vision, To be admitted to the B.S.N. program as freshman nursing and core values of the university and prepares students majors, students must meet general admission to become competent, effective, and caring practitioners criteria/regulations for Georgian Court University as well as of the profession of nursing. Evidence-based care is the specific grade, SAT/ACT score, high school course, and organizing framework for the program. The curriculum is English/mathematics placement requirements as well as a based on nursing theories and research as they apply to nursing pre-entrance examination, which may be waived at the performance of evidence-based practice, which is the the discretion of the nursing admission committee. They synthesis by nurses of scientific evidence and patient must also have appropriate psychomotor, cognitive, and characteristics and preferences into a plan for delivery sensory capabilities to function in the professional nursing and evaluation of care. Theories and research from other role. They must be able to tolerate physically demanding disciplines, such as from the biomedical, behavioral, and and stressful situations. social sciences, are integrated into the curriculum where Transfer students must have minimum 3.0 GPA and have appropriate. The generic B.S.N. curriculum is designed earned a grade of C+ or better in all sciences (e.g., with course sequencing from basic nursing skills to the Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Microbiology), and synthesis of knowledge and evidence required of the required mathematics taken. A grade of C+ or better must professional nurse generalist. The program is conducted be earned in any nursing courses taken at other in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. institutions prior to admission to GCU.

Program Student Learning Outcomes Course Progression Upon successful completion of the program of studies for Nursing, the student will receive a B.S.N. in Nursing and will The nursing curriculum is designed to progress logically from simple to more complex material and builds have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: continuously on knowledge and skills from previous • Integrate scientific evidence, practice guidelines, courses. All nursing courses must, therefore, be taken in profession standards, and patient preference into the sequence so that students achieve increasing levels of planning, delivery, and evaluation of patient care. professional competency. A minimum grade of C+ is required in all of the natural sciences and mathematics • Utilize interdisciplinary and intradisciplinary courses (BI213, BI214, BI219, CH151, MA103) and all communication, collaboration, and leadership nursing courses for progression to the next courses in the skills to produce positive working relationships in sequence. Students may earn less than a C+ in or the delivery of and advocacy for evidence-based withdraw from only one nursing (NU prefix) course only patient-centered care. one time to remain in the program. The prerequisite • Engage in health promotion, disease prevention, requirements listed for each nursing course (courses with a NU prefix) must be successfully completed prior to and population-focused interventions to impact enrollment in the nursing course. The student must the health status of individuals and the maintain a 3.00 overall GPA to remain in the B.S.N. deployment of resources. program. To graduate from Georgian Court University • Promote the image of nursing by modeling with a B.S.N., the student must meet the following professional behaviors, practicing self-renewal, requirements: (a) the overall GPA must be 3.00 or higher engaging in lifelong learning, and supporting with no nursing courses below the grade of a C+; and professional nursing organizations. (b) the nursing GPA must be 3.00 or higher. The nursing GPA is derived from the final course grade received in all Accreditation nursing (NU prefix) courses and is calculated using the same GPA formula that is used by the university for the The nursing program, which began in Fall 2008, was overall GPA. accredited in April 2012 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Other Requirements (http://apps.aacn.nche.edu/CCNE/reports/accprog.asp). Prior to entering the first clinical nursing courses, students The program is also accredited by the New Jersey Board must pass a Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers of Nursing, P.O. Box 45010, Newark, NJ, 07101. course, pass a health examination, meet all the health Phone: 973.504.6430. requirements of the program, procure professional liability protection insurance in the amounts specified by the clinical placement site, and undergo a criminal background investigation.

130 | Georgian Court University Major Sequence NU221 Health Assessment 3 credits In this course, the student is introduced to the A minimum of 67 credits including NU111, 211, 221, 271, fundamental knowledge and clinical skills needed to 275, 280, 322, 325, 343, 371, 380, 421, 423, 455, 471, practice as a professional nurse. Health history, 472, and 496. Also required: BI213, BI214, BI219, introduction to pharmacology, assessment and physical CH151, MA103, and PS111/113. examination are presented and demonstrated. The R.N. to B.S.N. Program learner is guided in differentiating between wellness and illness through conducting thorough and systematic The RN to B.S.N. track permits licensed registered physical, psychosocial, and cultural assessments of nurses prepared at the diploma or associate degree level individuals across the lifespan. Application of the nursing to achieve a B.S.N. in Nursing. Registered nurses are process in beginning clinical practice will be highlighted. required to complete a minimum of 30 credits in the major Skills relative to the practice of nursing are practiced in and can select either a clinical or population health focus. the clinical laboratory through simulated experiences and Major Sequence in selected settings. Students will perform health histories, practice basic assessment skills and therapeutic A minimum of 30 credits including NU221, NU275, NU311, communication techniques, and perform review of NU343, NU421, NU455, and NU471, plus at least 7 credits systems in the simulation laboratory. Prerequisites: from among the following electives: NU350, NU351, Nursing major status; BI213,BI214, NU111. 2 hours NU470 (clinical focus), or NU470 (population health). lecture, 3 hours clinical. B.S.N. COURSES NU271 Evidence-Based Nursing Care of the NU111 Introduction to Professional Nursing 3 credits Adult I 6 credits This course presents a basic introduction to professional This course prepares the learner to use the nursing nursing and is a prerequisite for all other nursing courses. process to plan, implement, and evaluate effective, The course presents a broad overview of the non-clinical collaborative, and culturally appropriate evidence-based aspects of the nursing experience such as the philosophy plans of care that meet the bio/psycho/social needs of of the nursing program; hallmarks of a profession; nursing adult patients. The course builds on previous foundations theory, history and educational paths; determinants of the of nursing practice with a focus on integrating scope of nursing practice; health promotion and models pathophysiologic and pharmacologic concepts with the of health and illness; theories of stress, coping, grief and principles of the nursing process, health promotion, risk loss; professional and therapeutic communication; reduction, clinical decision making, and collaborative cultural diversity; and health care law and ethics. management of care for adults experiencing mild to Prerequisite: admission into the B.S.N. program as a moderate health alterations. Theoretical foundations are nursing major, or permission of the department reinforced as the nursing process is applied to adult chairperson and BI213. 3 hours lecture. patients within the context of evidence-based patient- and family-centered care. The clinical experience focuses on NU211 Foundations of Professional the application of pathophysiologic and pharmacologic Nursing Practice 4 credits knowledge within the context of professional nursing In this course the students will utilize effective practice in the nursing care of adult patients. As such, the communication principles, nursing process; critical clinical experience is based in settings that allow focus on thinking, clients’ rights, nursing standards and the value the application of the clinical reasoning process, nursing of evidence-based practice provide a foundation for diagnoses, patient outcomes, and nursing interventions in further study. Students learn the varied roles necessary the care of patients across the adult lifespan and for professional practice. Clinical practice issues integrate continuum of care. The clinical sites also support asepsis, client safety and documentation and health students’ developing responsibility for collaboration with promotion, disease prevention strategies and health other members of the interdisciplinary team. education. Selected clinical skills, introduction to Prerequisites: CH151, NU211, NU221. 3 hours lecture, pharmacology, and medical terminology are course 9 hours clinical. components. Prerequisites: Nursing major status; BI213, BI214, NU111. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours clinical. NU275/ES275/BI275 Pathophysiology 3 credits This course introduces the students to basic concepts in pathophysiology as applied in current nursing practice. It builds on previous foundations in the biological sciences

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 131 and focuses on the integration of pathophysiological with families to acute and chronic illness. Students will learn to the principles of the nursing process. It introduces integrate family, cultural and developmental theories into students to pathophysiological disturbances to normal evidence-based nursing practice with childbearing body functions emphasizing differences in etiology, families in a variety of settings. Students will learn to epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations provide effective, collaborative and culturally appropriate and treatments in individuals across the lifespan. The family-centered care while they continue to develop in student will analyze objective and subjective their roles of clinical practitioner, patient educator, and manifestations of common health problems resulting from patient advocate as they continue to develop their environmental, genetic and stress related conditions. knowledge related to health promotion, risk reduction, Diagnostic testing, interventions and pharmacological and illness and disease management in contemporary treatments and related nursing implications are discussed society. The clinical experience focuses on the as they relate to specific health problems. Prerequisites: application of family and developmental theory to the BI213, BI214; and either NU111 or permission of the diagnosis, intervention, related pharmacology, and Nursing Department Chair. 3 hours lecture. outcomes management in the care of childbearing NU280 Pharmacotherapeutics I 2 credits families. As such, the clinical experience is based in a This first course in the pharmacology series, taken variety of settings, allowing focus on the application of the concurrently with Evidenced-Based Nursing Care of the clinical reasoning process, including formulation of Adult I clinical course, is designed to enhance the nursing diagnoses, delivery of nursing interventions, and knowledge and skills necessary for the student learner to evaluation of patient outcomes in the care of childbearing safely and effectively administer and evaluate families across the continuum of health. The clinical sites pharmacological therapies in patients. The course will also support students’ developing responsibility for supplement the drug-specific information that is threaded collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary through each of the clinical courses and will emphasize team. Prerequisites or corequisites: NU271 and NU280. basic and advanced principles of pharmacotherapy as it 2 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical. relates to patient care across the lifespan. Students will NU325 Evidence-Based Behavioral Health 5 credits learn to use the nursing process in medication This course prepares the learner to integrate previous administration. Case studies and clinical simulations will knowledge from the biophysical and psychosocial be heavily utilized to promote patient safety as it relates sciences, theories of human development and to drug therapy. Prerequisite: NU221. Corequisite: personality, and theories of human behavior with the art NU271. 2 hours lecture. of the purposeful use of self to provide evidence-based NU311 Introduction to Baccalaureate Nursing: Issues nursing care to patients with behavioral health issues and & Trends 3 credits their families in a variety of settings. Students will learn to The course presents a broad overview of the role of the provide effective, collaborative, and culturally appropriate baccalaureate nurse in today’s health care environment. psychiatric nursing care as they continue to develop in Topics include nursing theory, history, and educational their roles of clinical practitioner, patient educator, and paths; determinants of the scope of nursing practice and patient advocate, with a specific focus on health top-of-license issues; population health concepts including promotion, risk reduction, and the nursing management of determinants of health, health promotion, and disease psychiatric illness in contemporary society. The clinical prevention; theories of stress, coping, grief, and loss; cultural experience focuses on the application of communication, diversity; information and technology; and health care law developmental, and behavioral theory to the nursing and ethics. The student will analyze contemporary and diagnosis, intervention, and outcomes management in the emerging nursing and health care issues and trends that care of psychiatric patients. To support these clinical foci, impact professional practice. Prerequisite: Admission to RN clinical experience is based in a variety of settings, to B.S.N. program. including community-based self-help groups, providing learning opportunities in the application of clinical NU322 Evidence-Based Nursing Care reasoning processes in the care of the patient with of Childbearing Families 4 credits behavioral health needs across the continuum. The This course prepares the learner to provide family- clinical sites also support students’ developing centered, evidence-based nursing care using concepts responsibility for collaboration with other members of the associated with the unique responses of families during interdisciplinary team. Prerequisites: NU271, NU280. childbearing, including normal and high risk pregnancies, 3 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical. as well as the unique responses of neonates and their 132 | Georgian Court University NU343 Evidence for Professional Nursing foundations of nursing practice of the adult patient and Practice 3 credits continues the focus of integrating pathophysiologic and This course presents in-depth exploration of material that pharmacologic concepts with the principles of nursing was introduced in the NU111 Introduction to Professional process, health promotion, risk reduction, clinical decision Nursing and NU211 Foundations of Professional Nursing making and collaborative management of care for adults Practice related to knowledge translation into practice; experiencing acute and chronic multisystem dysfunctions particularly the processes and relationships among across the continuum of care. Theoretical foundations are research, evidence-based practice, quality assurance, and reinforced as the nursing process is applied to adult performance improvement. Using the ACE Star model as a patients within the context of evidence-based patient- and foundation, the course presents the knowledge translation family-centered care. The clinical experience allows the process and offers the learner guided experience in such learner the opportunity to apply pathophysiologic and key knowledge translation activities as formulating PICO pharmacologic principles within the context of questions; performing literature searches; evaluating professional nursing practice in the nursing care of adult research studies and systematic reviews; and assessing patients with emergent and/or major alterations in health. clinical guidelines for applicability in clinical nursing As such, the clinical experience is based in settings that practice. MA103, NU271, NU280. allow focus on the application of the clinical reasoning NU350 Health Advocacy 3 credits process, nursing diagnoses, patient outcomes, and This course will focus on personal and community health nursing interventions in the care of patients across the advocacy. Being healthy involves making decisions that adult lifespan with multisystem dysfunctions. The clinical are right for each individual and being part of a sites also support students’ developing responsibility for community that promotes healthy behaviors. Advocating collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary for individual health requires that the student has the team. Prerequisites: NU271, NU280, NU322. 3 hours confidence, basic understanding of advocacy, resources, lecture, 15 hours clinical. and skills to make proper health decisions. This course NU380 Pharmacotherapeutics II 2 credits will foster student health advocacy as skills are taught This second course in the pharmacology series, taken while students grapple with personal and social questions concurrently with Evidenced-Based Nursing Care of the that affect their overall health and the health of others. Adult II clinical course is designed to enhance the This course will also put student health promotion into the knowledge and skills necessary for the student learner to hands of the students. They will be required to create a safely and effectively administer and evaluate health initiative. These initiatives can be used to foster a pharmacological therapies in patients. The course will healthier Georgian Court University community. supplement the drug-specific information that is threaded NU351 Health Policy 3 credits through each of the clinical courses and will emphasize This course will delve into the core elements that define basic and advanced principles of pharmacotherapy as it health policy. It will describe factors such as the health relates to patient care across the lifespan. Students will care delivery systems (public/nonprofits versus learn to use the nursing process in medication private/for-profits), access to care, health care financing, administration. Case studies and clinical simulations will quality of care issues, and social issues such as gender be heavily utilized to promote patient safety as it relates and culture and their impact on health and health care. to drug therapy. Prerequisites: NU271, NU280. The dynamics of the policy-making process at different Corequisite: NU371. levels (federal, state, and local) will be explored, along NU421 Evidence-Based Nursing Practice with policy analysis and how policy influences health care in the Community 6 credits decisions. The complexities and challenges of health care This course prepares the learner to apply principles of reform will be identified. evidence-based care to promote and preserve health and NU371 Evidence-Based Nursing prevent illness in families, groups, and populations in the Care of the Adult II 8 credits community setting in the face of changing social, This course continues preparation of the learner to use economic, political, and environmental realities. The the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate course will allow students to integrate concepts and effective, collaborative, and culturally appropriate theories from epidemiology and public health nursing as evidence-based plans of care that meet the well as knowledge gained from previous learning as bio/psycho/social needs for adult patients with applied to the health of populations and communities. The multisystem dysfunctions. The course builds on previous learner also will evaluate the influence of cultural Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 133 diversity, economics, health policy, and ethics as they adult. Students will have the opportunity to consider impact community health nursing practice. Concepts and fundamental aging and developmental theories, normal principles of disaster planning are incorporated so that changes of aging and health deviations, and cultural the student can gain a broad perspective on the nurse’s influences for their impact on delivering evidence-based role in supporting emergency preparedness and nursing practice to older adults. Students also will discuss response. The clinical component focuses on the appropriate strategies in providing effective, collaborative, assessment of the health care needs of the community as and culturally appropriate patient-centered care that focus client, and on the planning and implementation of on health promotion, risk reduction, and illness and strategies to promote and maintain health and wellness disease management. The course provides the for communities and populations in a variety of settings. opportunity for observations and field experiences based The learner will conduct an in-depth community in a variety of older adult settings, allowing students to assessment employing basic epidemiological principles observe clinical reasoning processes, nursing diagnoses, and data collection strategies and will utilize the nursing patient outcomes, and nursing interventions in the care of process to plan and implement strategies for health older adults across the continuum of health and within promotion and disease prevention. Prerequisites: NU371, multidisciplinary settings. Prerequisites: NU371, NU380. NU380. 3 hours lecture, 9 hours clinical. 2 hours lecture. NU423 Evidence-Based Nursing Care of Childrearing NU470 Special Topics in Nursing Families 4 credits An advanced course designed to examine a particular This course prepares the learner to provide family- topic in nursing through selected readings, lectures, class centered, evidence-based nursing care using concepts activities and/or student research. Student may repeat the associated with the unique responses of families during course for additional credit when different topics are childrearing, including the unique responses of infants, offered. 1–4 credits. Prerequisites: NU325, NU421. young and school-aged children, adolescents and their NU471 Evidence-Based Leadership & families, to acute and chronic illness. Students will learn Management in Nursing 3 credits to integrate family, cultural and developmental theories This course gives students the foundation upon which to into evidence-based nursing practice with childrearing build their professional leadership skills. The course families in a variety of settings. Students will learn to focuses on management principles, leadership concepts provide effective, collaborative and culturally appropriate and theories, executive decision-making processes, and family-centered care while they continue to develop in use of financial concepts and principles. Principles related their roles of clinical practitioner, patient educator, and to public policy development and healthcare economics patient advocate while focusing on health promotion, risk also are explored. Students utilize critical thinking skills to reduction, and illness and disease management in analyze contemporary global, national, and local trends in contemporary society. The clinical experience focuses on nursing and health care and begin to develop the skills the application of family and developmental theory to the necessary to thrive in a turbulent healthcare environment. diagnosis, intervention, and outcomes management in the Students are given the opportunity to examine care of childrearing families. As such, the clinical management principles as these relate to roles that are experience is based in a variety of settings, allowing inherent in nursing management and administration focus on the application of the clinical reasoning process, positions through a capstone change project paper and including formulation of nursing diagnoses, delivery of presentation. This course gives students the opportunity nursing interventions, and evaluation of patient outcomes to explore various leadership roles and styles through in the care of childrearing families across the continuum both observational and participatory experiences. of health. The clinical sites also support students’ Prerequisites: NU421, NU423, NU455. 2 hours lecture, developing responsibility for collaboration with other 3 hours clinical. members of the interdisciplinary team. Prerequisites: NU371, NU380. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical. NU472 Senior Seminar for Professional Nursing Practice 3 credits NU455 Issues in Evidence-Based Nursing Care of the An advanced course designed to allow for students to Older Adult 2 credits apply the learned concepts in the field and provide This course gives further foundation to students to students with the opportunity to reflect on clinical provide patient-centered, evidenced-based nursing care experiences and help bridge the academia to practice using concepts related to the unique physiological, gap. The course focuses on preparing the graduate nurse developmental, and psychosocial aspects of the older for professional licensure and practice. The course allows 134 | Georgian Court University students to explore the concepts of delegation, Seton Hall University’s Accelerated B.S.N. Program prioritization, and collaboration with other healthcare for Holders of Bachelor’s Degree disciplines in the delivery of quality healthcare in a variety Seton Hall University’s College of Nursing and Georgian of commonly-occurring patient scenarios throughout the Court University have entered into a partnership with continuum of care. Requirements for RN licensure will be several South Jersey healthcare systems to offer Seton reviewed, including Board of Nursing variations by state, Hall University’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in the need for background investigations, licensure exam Nursing (B.S.N.) Program on the campus of Georgian requirements, and initial and ongoing licensure Court University. College graduates who aspire to careers as professional nurses may be eligible for this program. requirements. A structured NCLEX RN review will be Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in a field provided to assist students with the licensure other than nursing with a cumulative grade point average examination. Students will prepare for entry into of at least 3.0 and complete prerequisite courses (which professional practice with an emphasis on preparing for are offered at Georgian Court) prior to starting the nursing the first nursing position after graduation and on program. The prerequisite courses (a total of 25 credits) orchestrating a nursing career path. Content on résumé may be accepted from the student’s first bachelor’s preparation, portfolio development, residency programs degree or may be taken at Georgian Court or at another regionally accredited institution. They are Human and the need for lifelong learning will be presented. Anatomy and Physiology I & II (8 credits; BI213 and Prerequisites: NU421, NU423, NU455. 3 hours lecture. B1214), Chemistry (must include some organic and NU496 Transition into Clinical Nursing Practice 6 credits biochemistry) (4 credits; CH151), Microbiology (4 credits; The generic nursing curriculum culminates in this course BI219), Developmental Psychology (3 credits); Healthcare Ethics (3 credits; PL354), Statistics (3 credits; and provides students with the opportunity to integrate BI203, S0201, or PS340). To apply to the program, the knowledge from all previous courses in the humanities, student must apply to Seton Hall University. Further social and natural sciences, and nursing to provide information and an application packet may be obtained by evidence-based, patient- and family-centered nursing calling Seton Hall University at 732.987.2621 (visit care to patients with complex healthcare issues across nursing.shu.edu). To take the prerequisite courses at the adult lifespan. The didactic portion of this course will Georgian Court, students may contact the Georgian Court be devoted to group work in which reflective practice Office of Admissions. All of the nursing courses in the accelerated B.S.N. program are taught by Seton Hall through writing is introduced and exercised, culminating University faculty members, and the degree in the in a capstone presentation of a reflective practice accelerated B.S.N. program is awarded solely by Seton scenario. As a final transition into professional nursing Hall University. practice, the clinical component of this course allows students the opportunity to choose their practicum from a variety of adult acute care settings and to practice under realistic shift and patient-load conditions with the HILOSOPHY guidance of registered professional nurse preceptors. P Focus will be on the delivery of effective, collaborative, Philosophy has a unique place among the liberal arts for and culturally appropriate patient- and family- centered the ways in which it fosters the intellectual and moral nursing care to several patients who require complex growth of the student. In the adage of William James, healthcare. Emphasis also will be on demonstration of “philosophy ought to make a difference” in the way we understand and live our lives. In particular, the discipline delegation skills; high-level priority-setting; and planning of philosophical thinking elevates the mind by instilling a for continuum of care, including discharge planning and spirit of wonder and criticism, and serves to illumine and interdisciplinary referral. This intensive eight-week course reflect upon the meaning of life itself. To fulfill this also includes opportunity for students to conduct promise, the philosophy program combines two reflective practice through guided group discussion fundamental courses with a variety of electives allowing sessions. This course is taken in sequence during the students to pursue topics tailored to their interests and fields of specialization. semester with the seven-week Nursing Management and Leadership course. Prerequisites: NU421, NU423, COURSES NU455. 2 hours lecture, 12 hours clinical. PL107 Logic 3 credits An introduction to the basic principles of reasoning and argument analysis. Beginning with informal logic, attention is directed to the various functions of language and the forms of discourse; the informal fallacies are

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 135 exposed and identified. The notion of argument is defined perhaps it can never be definitively answered. It is an and the distinction made between inductive and deductive inescapable fact that all thinking emerges out of a world reasoning. Discussion of the formal notion of validity not of its own making. Like the dawn that follows dusk, leads into study of immediate inference, the categorical philosophy understands reality only after the event. This syllogism and the fundamentals of propositional logic and course traces the history of philosophy as a sustained natural deduction. reflection on that paradox. In this course we will read and PL130 Philosophy of the Arts 3 credits critically discuss some of the major tests, arguments and A comprehensive overview of the many ways that human figures that have shaped the self-understanding of the values are revealed and clarified in the various arts. world in which we live. Representative figures may include Beginning with the contrast between art as creative Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Epictetus, St. Augustine, St. process and as aesthetic product, discussion moves to Anselm, Aquinas, Descartes, Hume, Kant, Hegel, consider various philosophical definitions and theories of Nietzsche, James, Wittgenstein, and Kuhn. Prerequisite: art and aesthetic value, types of art criticism, and the Students must achieve a grade of C or better in EN111 or ideas of artistic form, subject matter, content and in EN221 before enrolling in PL245. medium. In terms of these concepts, the various arts are PL260 Society and Power 3 credits then discussed: the spatial arts of painting, sculpture and When Socrates was sentenced to death in ancient Athens, architecture; and the temporal arts of literature, drama philosophy became a form of inquiry threatened by the and film. Throughout, the aim is to understand the power that a society can wield. Because it lays bare the relationship of art and artist to the abiding values in entrenched resistances to critical dialogue and human experience. understanding, philosophical reflection is an inherently PL140 Existentialism 3 credits political act. Power is exposed in the space for thinking A critical appraisal of the common denominators of the created by the search for truth. If societies knew how to Existentialist movement by an intensive study of the govern themselves effectively and justly-this is the relevant literature, especially the writings of Kierkegaard, uncertainty that this course will take up and examine. In the Heidegger, Sartre, Camus, de Beauvoir, Marcel, Jaspers, process we will ask questions like the following: What are Unamuno, and Ortega y Gasset. the forms of social organization? What is the role and function of the individual person as a citizen? What is the PL160 American Philosophy 3 credits "social existence" we carve out of our natural environment? A study of American thought from colonial times to the Depending on the configuration of subjects, readings may present, with emphasis on the classical period of its include: ancient Greek philosophy (Plato, Aristotle), natural development. The leading ideas of Royce, Peirce, James, law theology (St. Thomas Aquinas), readings from the and Dewey are examined, and the impact on America of Renaissance and Early Modern periods (e.g., Machiavelli, the European philosophical tradition assessed. Applicable Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau), selections from Kant, to American Studies minor. Offered on application. utilitarianism, labor and social history (Marx & Engels), social PL180 Philosophy of Feminism 3 credits theorists like Weber and Marcuse, selections from Rawls, An in-depth examination of the major theoretical Berlin, Walzer, and on power from Foucault. statements of contemporary feminism. Writings have PL261 Skepticism and Belief 3 credits been selected for their philosophical importance as well What does it mean to believe? One of the lasting as their popular appeal. The course analyzes the logical paradoxes of human experience is the persistence of and ethical frameworks underlying the liberal and radical belief in a reality (whether mythical, mystical, or religious) models of feminist ideology and examines the major that transcends the horizons of a finite world. The believer criticisms confronting each. Feminist antecedents in the may reject the everyday world, but he or she does not history of philosophy are discussed and their influences reject the perceptual, sensory reality of objects and on contemporary feminism are assessed. Readings from events. In this course we will take up the challenge posed the works of Plato, Mill, Friedan, Millett, Brownmiller, to the phenomenon of belief by the philosophies of Firestone, Tong, Hoff-Sommers, Farrell, MacKinnon, reason (rationalism) and doubt (skepticism). What these Gilligan, and Paglia. Applicable to Women’s Studies philosophies have in common is a critique of the naïve minor. Offered on application. commitment to physical, perceptual reality—the very PL245 Philosophical Inquiry 3 credits reality left untroubled by the believer. There is thus a What is Philosophy? This question seems like any other, tension in the mind of the believer: What is left of belief in yet we are forced to admit that is has no answer, and that the wake of the philosophical assault on the world given

136 | Georgian Court University in sensory experience? Depending on the configuration of Fall 2016. The physical education requirement may also subjects, readings may include selections from ancient be fulfilled by participation in the intercollegiate athletic Greek philosophy and mythology, the writings of program. Although students may repeat a favorite course theologians and mystics, selection from the philosophies for credit, no student, matriculated or non-matriculated, may repeat the same course more than four times. of the Renaissance and Early Modern periods, pragmatism, psychoanalysis and modern existentialism. Except for the online course, most physical education classes will meet twice a week, for a total of 2.5 hours per PL290 Social and Political Philosophy 3 credits week for 7.5 weeks. PL290 will provide students a historical survey of the major PE106 Fitness Walking 1 credit political philosophers of the Western tradition from Plato to Provides students with a lifelong aerobic activity that will Rawls by way of exposition and analysis of primary not only help weight loss and maintenance but will also readings representing classical Greece, the Renaissance, develop agility, heighten awareness and increase the the social contract tradition, Marxism and liberalism. efficiency of the heart and lungs. Authors read include Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, PE110 Tennis 1 credit Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, and Rawls. The course is designed for the beginning tennis player. PL300 Philosophical Ethics 3 credits The course content will cover the basic skills, strategy Inspired by Socrates’ dictum that “The unexamined life is and knowledge of tennis rules and regulations. not worth living,” this course will engage students in a PE200 Lifetime Fitness Online Program 1 credit critical discussion of major philosophical themes central This course enables students to select activities related to to the morally good life: the relation between ethical aerobic conditioning and weight training. The exercise reasoning and the world’s major religious traditions; the program is designed by the student and instructor to meet importance of character and the moral personality; the individual fitness objectives of the student. 2.5 class nature of virtue and its relation to happiness; ethical hours per week, 7.5 weeks. criteria for moral actions; and relation of ethics to politics, the role of the individual in society. Readings will include PE206 Nordic Pole Walking 1 credit selections from ethical literature of both East and West as This course introduces walking poles into the fitness represented by such thinkers as Confucius, Lao Tzu, walking program for a total body workout. Use of the Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Kant, Kierkegaard, Mill, poles increases the effectiveness of the cardiovascular Nietzsche, Sartre, Camus, Rawls, and MacIntyre. system, tones and strengthens the core muscles in the Prerequisite: PL245. upper body, burns more calories, and improves balance and posture. PL354 Bioethics 3 credits An examination of the moral dimension of medical PE230 Volleyball 1 credit practice and research. Lectures and group discussions The course is designed to teach the beginning or apply various ethical traditions to actual and hypothetical recreational volleyball player the necessary skills used to cases. Topics include decision making at the end of life: play recreational volleyball. Application of team strategy abating life sustaining treatments, euthanasia, and and individual skills will be included. physician assisted suicide; patient’s rights and PE300 Tai Chi 1 credit professional’s duties; assisted means of reproduction; Tai Chi, an excellent exercise for physical and mental health and human subjects in medical research. is meditation in movement and emphasizes the coordination of mind and body. Its fluid and continuous movements stress balance, controlled breathing, and relaxation. PE305 Yoga 1 credit PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students will learn how to unite the body, mind, and spirit for holistic wellness. The beginning and intermediate The physical education program provides lifetime activities that will further enhance the development of the total yoga postures covered enhance flexibility and balance, person physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. The increase muscle strength and tone, exercise the spine, primary focus of the program revolves around activities release toxins by stimulating the lymphatic system, and related to physical fitness, recreation, and stress reduction. increase self-confidence and overall energy. Students may apply 4 credits in physical education PE310 Chi Kung for Stress Reduction 1 credit toward their degree; however, one credit is required of Through a combination of meditation and gentle degree-seeking students who first entered GCU before movements, Chi Kung not only balances the yin and yang

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 137 energies in the body, but it also brings together the mind, PH227 Modern Physics I 4 credits body and spirit for stress reduction. Students practicing Modern developments in physics, including atomic and these gentle exercises will be able to remove the energy nuclear physics; Einstein’s relativity and quantum blocks in the meridians. physics. Prerequisites: PH121, PH122. 3 hours lecture, PE315 Pilates 1 credit 3 hours laboratory. Pilates is an excellent way to connect the mind and body PH228 Modern Physics II: Applications through a series of controlled movements. It focuses on in Modern Physics 4 credits balance, flexibility, and relaxation. Continuation of PH227. Covers current major areas of PE350 Special Topics in Physical Education 1 credit research: quantum physics, condensed matter/solid state Special topics not listed in the regular department’s physics, nuclear physics, high energy physics, offerings will be offered in response to student interest or astrophysics, and medical physics. Prerequisite: PH227. to determine student interest. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory PH235 Electronics for Scientists 4 credits Direct and alternating circuits, diodes and other semiconducting devices; transistors and integrated circuits. Analog functions, digital logic, number systems and codes HYSICS P and counters. Prerequisites: PH121, PH122 or permission Learn the ways of nature through study of the natural of instructor. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. sciences. The department’s philosophy holds that an PH310 Mathematical Physics 4 credits understanding of the major principles of physics leads to a better understanding of our world and a greater A course intended to give the mathematical tools responsibility to it, that women should be represented necessary for higher-level course work in physics. Topics equally with men in all aspects of scientific research, include matrices, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector technology, and teaching; and that an understanding of calculus, series solutions, differential equations and physics assists in the confrontation of many of the complex analysis. Each topic will include applications in environmental issues facing human civilization. Additionally, physics. Prerequisites: MA215, PH122. the department encourages students to pursue undergraduate research projects with a faculty member. PH320,321 Electricity and Magnetism I & II 8 credits PH111, 112 How Things Work: Physics in An in-depth study of electrostatic, electric and magnetic Everyday Life I & II 8 credits fields and electromagnetic induction. Prerequisites: An introduction to the basic laws of physics experienced PH121, PH122, MA215. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours in our everyday environment and in this world of laboratory, one year. PH321 has a prerequisite of PH320. technology. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one year. PH322 Optics 4 credits PH114 Aeronautics & Space Exploration Fundamental concepts of optics including numerous w/NASA 4 credits applications to everyday modern existence. Topics A study of Newton’s laws and fluid mechanics as applied include geometrical optics, electromagnetic theory, to aeronautics, rocketry, satellites, astronomy, in a hands- propagation of light, polarization, holography, Fourier on, workshop atmosphere. Recommended for optics, coherence theory, interference, diffraction and prospective elementary school teachers. 3 hours lecture, lasers. Prerequisites: MA215, PH121, PH122. 3 hours laboratory. PH334 Astronomy: Stars, Planets, Galaxies & PH121, 122 General Physics I & II 8 credits the Universe 4 credits Fundamental concepts and methods of classical physics, Study of the concepts of astronomy and cosmology. Topics including Newtonian mechanics, electricity, magnetism, include evolution of our concept of the universe from thermodynamics, sound and light waves, with an Ptolemaic beliefs to modern cosmology; space exploration introduction to contemporary physics. Prerequisite: and the instruments through which the wonders of the MA115. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory, one year. universe are revealed to us. Laboratory will include telescopic observations. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours PH221 Vibrations & Waves 4 credits laboratory. Because this is a 300 level course, only Oscillating systems, wave propagation and properties; students at junior level and above can enroll in the course. acoustics, interference, diffraction and Fourier Series. Prerequisites or corequisite: PH121,PH122, MA116. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.

138 | Georgian Court University PH337 Physics of Meteorology 4 credits PH448 Intern/Externship Program 1–4 credits A study of the physics of meteorology and dynamic nature Students have the opportunity to work in an industrial or of our atmosphere, the physical processes that shape research laboratory atmosphere under the direction of a weather and climate and the factors that control prediction selected scientist. Credit will be determined by the length of the weather. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. of the experience. PH350 Mechanics 3 credits PH450 Independent Study TBA Central forces through the development of Kepler’s Laws; A directed analysis of a current problem in physics or the study of systems particles; Euler’s equations; a related field, or of an interdisciplinary problem related Lagrangian Mechanics, its application to small oscillations to society. and coupled oscillators. Prerequisite: MA215. PH470,PH471 Research Project PH360 Solid State/Condensed Matter Physics & See description for PH370 and PH371. Taken in senior year. Nanotechnology 3 credits Study of crystal structure and behavior of electrons in crystals including metals, semiconductors and insulators. Techniques for studying crystals as well as technological SYCHOLOGY OUNSELING applications in the field of crystallography including P &C nanotechnology. Students will have access to GCU’s PSYCHOLOGY research-grade x-ray diffraction and x-ray fluoresence laboratory. Prerequisites: PH121,PH122. The mission of the Department of Psychology and Counseling is to prepare undergraduate and graduate PH370, PH371 Research Project 1–4 credits students for employment and/or further academic study, per semester and to furnish them with the tools for a lifetime of Research project in physics with a physics faculty continued learning. The department is committed to member. Research areas include x-ray diffraction, x-ray providing graduates of all programs with a comprehensive body of knowledge in their chosen discipline, fluorescence spectrometry, optical properties of solids, emphasizing scientific literacy and an understanding of holography and solid state (condensed matter) physics. the importance of evidence-based practice. The One to four semesters, 1–4 credits per semester. Only department is founded on the ethical principles of our 8 credits applied to the major. PH370, PH371 taken as a professional organizations and on the Mercy core values junior; PH470, PH471 taken as a senior. Open to all of justice, respect, integrity, service, and compassion. science majors. The department is committed to developing in our graduates an understanding of self and others, a PH400 Thermodynamics 3 credits commitment to social justice, and an understanding of the Concepts of temperature, work, specific heat, diversity that defines our social world. compressibility and entropy. The laws of thermodynamics The mission of the undergraduate program in psychology is generating functions (internal energy, enthalpy Helmholtz to inspire academic excellence in students by promoting function and Gibbs function), together with Maxwell’s knowledge of the theories and content of psychology, relations. Prerequisites: PH310. scientific inquiry, learning and critical thinking in preparation for employment and/or graduate study. In addition, the PH421 Experimental Physics 4 credits program endorses the development of understanding of self Experience with real-world apparatus such as lasers, high and others, a sense of values, an appreciation of diversity, field magnets, detectors, radioactive sources, vacuum and a commitment to ethical principles. equipment and sophisticated electronics. Students will have An important part of liberal arts education involves access to Georgian Court’s research-grade x-ray diffraction understanding oneself, one’s own behavior and the and x-ray fluoresence laboratory. Prerequisites: 2 years of actions of others. The undergraduate psychology physics study. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. program is designed to reflect all areas of human behavior and mental functioning. An introduction to PH422 Quantum Mechanics 4 credits techniques for investigating and understanding human Provides an introduction to the fascinating world of behavior both within and outside the normal range of quantum mechanics including Schroedinger’s equation, coping is provided in various courses. eigenfunctions, eigenvalues, Hermitian operators, time In addition, internship courses and research courses development, conservation theorems, parity, matrix provide the student with an opportunity to apply mechanics, spin wave functions, perturbation theory, classroom learning along with valuable training for bound and unbound states. Prerequisites: PH121, employment or graduate school. PH122, PH310. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 139 Program Student Learning Outcomes Human Development Upon successful completion of the program of studies for This area is recommended for students pursuing the Psychology major, the student will earn a B.A. in certification in education or employment involving human Psychology and will have given evidence of the following growth and development. It is also recommended for program outcomes: students interested in pursuing graduate study in fields • Comprehend the fundamental knowledge and such as developmental psychology and child psychology. major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and In addition to the core courses listed above, this course empirical findings in the field of psychology as sequence recommends PS221, PS225, PS270 and evidenced by in-class testing and the results of PS333. Students selecting this area are strongly the Major Field Test in Psychology. encouraged to take PS423. Students who intend to enter • Demonstrate scientific reasoning and behavioral doctoral programs in psychology are strongly encouraged science research methodology as evidenced by to take PS440 or PS460/461. their academic coursework in research-based Business & Industry and capstone coursework. • Identify and apply ethically and socially This area is recommended for students interested in responsible behaviors suitable for professional applying psychological principles to the workplace, such and personal settings in a landscape that as in human resource development. It is also involves increasing diversity, as evidenced in recommended for students interested in pursuing practicum experiences and case studies. graduate study in industrial/organizational psychology. In • Effectively communicate in both written and addition to the core courses listed above, this course oral academic settings as evidenced by sequence recommends PS315, PS330, BU213, and academic research and presentations within BU411. Students selecting this area are strongly program coursework. encouraged to take PS450. Students who intend to enter doctoral programs in psychology are strongly encouraged Major Sequence to take PS440 or PS460/461.

At a minimum, all psychology majors are required to Applied Behavior Analysis complete 36 semester hours of credit in psychology. As part of these 36 hours, students must take a series of This area is recommended for students interested in 30 or 31 credits of core courses. These are PS111 or pursuing a career in applied behavior analysis. In addition to PS113, PS214, PS223 or PS423, PS221 or PS224 or the core courses listed above, this course sequence PS227, PS232, PS332 or PS360, PS334, PS341, PS430, recommends PS221, PS332, PS333, PS423, PS436, and one of the following capstone courses: PS431, PS437, PS438, and 6 credits of PS453. Students who wish PS450, PS453, PS456, or PS455. to sit for the BACB examination for certification as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® must take PS333, As preparation for employment, graduate studies, or PS436, PS437, and PS438 and must complete an approved pursuing areas of interest, Georgian Court psychology supervised practice experience such as two semesters of majors have the option of selecting one of five areas: PS453. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® has (1) Mental Health and Human Services, (2) Human approved this course sequence as meeting the coursework Development, (3) Business and Industry, (4) Applied requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analysis, or (5) Addictions Counseling. Assistant Behavior Analyst Examination®. The Practicum Selection of these course sequences does not affect the course (PS453) has also been approved as meeting the courses required for graduation; the four areas have experience requirements for eligibility to take the different recommended courses, as described below. examination. Applicants will have to meet additional requirements to qualify for certification. Students who intend Mental Health & Human Services to enter doctoral programs in psychology are strongly This area is recommended for students pursuing encouraged to take PS440 or PS460/461. employment in a mental health or human services setting. Addictions Counseling It is also recommended for students interested in pursuing This area is recommended for students pursuing graduate study in fields such as counseling and clinical employment in addictions counseling. It is also psychology. In addition to the core courses listed above, recommended for students interested in pursuing this course sequence recommends PS235, PS270, graduate study in fields such as counseling and clinical PS331, and PS425. Students selecting this area are psychology. In addition to the core courses listed above, strongly encouraged to take PS333 and PS450. Students this course sequence recommends PS281, PS282, who intend to enter doctoral programs in psychology are PS270, PS331, PS380, and PS456. Students who strongly encouraged to take PS440 or PS460/461. complete this sequence of courses are eligible to apply for the Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) license once they have completed the requirements for

140 | Georgian Court University supervised experience required by the Division of The SHP Psychiatric Rehabilitation major includes (all 3- Consumer Affairs of New Jersey. Students who plan on credit courses unless otherwise indicated; curriculum entering doctoral programs are strongly encouraged to subject to change. For current curriculum and course take PS440 or PS460/461. descriptions, consult http://shp.rutgers.edu/dept/psyr/programs/bachelors.html). Minor Sequence Required Courses (33 credits): Eighteen credits must be completed in psychology, PSRT1101 Introduction to the Principles of including (1) either PS111 or PS113 and (2) PS214. At least 9 credits must be completed at Georgian Court, and Psychosocial Rehabilitation at least 6 credits must be earned in courses at the 300 or PSRT1102 Communication Techniques for Interviewing 400 level. & Counseling PSRT1103 Introduction to Group Dynamics and Process PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION AND PSYCHOLOGY PSRT1204 Clinical Principles in Psychosocial (B.S. DEGREE) Rehabilitation & Treatment This joint degree, double-major program consists of 75– PSRT2121 Community Resource Management 84 credits of general education and psychology credits PSRT2231 Emerging Topics in Psychosocial (including the full psychology major) taken at Georgian Court Rehabilitation & Treatment University in the first five semesters, followed by 45 credits in psychiatric rehabilitation courses taken at the Rutgers PSRT4119 Practicum in Psychiatric Rehabilitation I School of Health Professions (SHP: Scotch Plains or (6 credits) Stratford campuses) during the last three semesters. PSRT4129 Practicum in Psychiatric Rehabilitation II According to the United States Psychiatric Rehabilitation (6 credits) Association, psychiatric rehabilitation professionals promote PSRT4121 Case Management Approaches recovery, full community integration and improved quality of life for persons who have been diagnosed with any mental Four Electives (12 credits) chosen from among: health condition that seriously impairs their ability to lead PSRT4015 Wellness and Recovery meaningful lives. Students who graduate from this joint PSRT4040 Aging and Psychiatric Rehabilitation degree program are able to work in the fields of psychology and psychiatric rehabilitation. They are eligible to take the PSRT4201 Vocational Rehabilitation Approaches examination to become a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation PSRT4202 Supported Education Practitioner. They are also prepared for graduate study in PSRT4203 Supported Employment psychiatric rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, and PSRT4231 Independent Living Rehabilitation psychology. During the first five semesters of study, the Approaches student completes the Georgian Court University general PSRT4251 Substance Abuse & Mental Illness education requirements, graduation requirements (e.g., PSRT4261 Developmental Disabilities physical education, transitioning to Georgian Court University course, and service learning experiential learning PSRT4271 The Role of Families in Psychiatric Rehabilitation requirement), and the Georgian Court University psychology PSRT4280 Research in Psychiatric Rehabilitation major. Students must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 Other elective courses may be offered. and a psychology GPA of at least 3.0 to be eligible for admission to SHP (requirements subject to change). In the Psychology Scholars Program spring of the sophomore year, or by no later than October 1 The Psychology Scholars Program (PSP) offers students of the junior year, the student applies to the SHP B.S. in an integrated program of intensive and personal Psychiatric Rehabilitation program. Admission to the SHP instruction for students whose goal is to pursue a career program is competitive and is not guaranteed. All Georgian in psychology or counseling. From the time the Court General Education requirements, graduation Psychology Scholars enter the university as freshman or requirements, and the psychology major, must be transfer students they work in a small cohort of highly completed prior to enrolling at SHP, except for Georgian qualified students, developing the sills of research and Court University’s second experiential learning requirement, practice that are necessary for success in the field. Close which can be fulfilled by practica that are part of the SHP contact with faculty members of the department and phase of the program. throughout the university enriches the students’ learning through interesting and challenging curricular and Major Sequence extracurricular experiences. The GCU Psychology major for students in this program Incoming first-year students are invited to join the includes PS111 or PS113, PS214, PS221 or PS224 or Psychology Scholars Program on the basis of their PS227, PS223, PS232, PS270, PS332 or PS360, PS333, application credentials. Transfer students and those PS334, PS341, PS430, and PS431. currently students at Georgian Court University are invited to apply after they have earned at least 30 credits

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 141 and no more than 60 credits. Students applying for application and a successful interview. In order to retain admission to the PSP program must have maintained a the automatic admission to the graduate program 3.5 overall GPA and a 3.6 GPA in no fewer than four (conditional upon interview), the student must complete psychology courses. the following: In the PSP, students who enter as first-year students  Graduation overall GPA 3.5, Psychology GPA 3.6 complete the regular requirements for the psychology major.  No semester GPA below 3.0 No more than two course grades below B-  Register as graduate track psychology students   Take the four University Honors courses that are TRANSFER REGULATIONS offered in the first two years (EN221, EN226, and other honors-level General Education courses) Students must complete a minimum of 21 credits in the  They take honors-designated sections of the Psychology program at Georgian Court including one of following required courses for psychology majors: the capstone courses (PS431 or PS450 or PS453 or o PS113 Foundations of Psychology PS456 or PS455). o PS223 Psychopathology o PS332 Psychology of Learning or COURSES PS360 Cognitive Psychology PS111 Introduction to Psychology 3 credits o PS334 Social Psychology A survey course on the mind and behavior, including PS341 Biological Psychology o development, learning, memory, intelligence, personality, o PS430 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences interpersonal attraction, biological psychology, and o PS431 Experimental Psychology o PS455 Senior Seminar psychopathology. This course is a prerequisite to many of  In addition, students in the PSP must complete either the advanced psychology courses. o An internship course PS113 Foundations of Psychology 3 credits o PS440 Supervised Research in The course is intended to be an appropriate university- Psychology or o PS460 Research in Psychology I level foundational course for psychology. Focus will include in-depth discussions of methodology, Students who are simultaneously enrolled in the PSP and the University Honors program must also complete three development, learning, memory, intelligence, personality, courses in the University Honors Program: emotions, violence, and abnormality. Assignments will allow students to demonstrate critical thinking skills with o EN221 o GEN199 regard to interpreting research findings and writing o GEN400 analytically based papers. The course is a prerequisite to Students who transfer into the PSP or enter after the many of the advanced psychology courses. May be taken first year: for credit by students who already have credit for PS111. Prerequisite: Membership in the University Honors  Complete the regular requirements for the psychology major; Program or the Psychology Scholars Program or  Take any of the honors-designated PS courses permission of the instructor. for which they have not already taken an PS214 Intermediate Issues in Psychology 3 credits equivalent; if they are unable to take at least five Exploration of selected areas of psychology with honors-designated PS courses, they are not eligible for the program. Transfer students do not emphasis on classic and current controversial issues. typically take PS113, but a student who transfers Critical analysis and writing skills will be in with very few psychology credits may be emphasized.PS214 is required for all psychology majors advised to do so. and minors. Prerequisite: PS111, PS113.  Complete the internship or research course requirement for the PSP. PS221 Child & Adolescent Development 3 credits Focuses on physical, social, and cognitive development, Students may substitute a 300- or 400-level psychology including the prenatal and perinatal period through course as honors by contract for a regularly offered PSP course by permission of the program director. childhood and adolescence. The major theoretical approaches to physical, social, and cognitive growth are Continuation in the program requires maintenance of honors standing in the PSP. In order to maintain compared, and topics of recent interest to researchers in membership in the PSP, students must maintain a GPA developmental psychology are discussed. of 3.2 or obtain the permission of the program director. PS223 Psychopathology 3 credits Students who successfully complete the PSP are Behavior pathology and current thinking with regard to its guaranteed admission to their choice of the GCU causation and treatment. Prerequisites: PS111 or PS113. Psychology and Counseling M.A. programs, pending an

142 | Georgian Court University PS224 Adult Development 3 credits PS270 Theories of Personality 3 credits The “crises” and growth processes of adulthood; Consider the theories, structure, and principles involved comparisons of men’s and women’s life cycles and in the development of personality and the application of factors influencing development. theory to behavior. Prerequisite: PS214. PS225 Educational Psychology 3 credits PS281 Introduction to Addictions & Recovery 3 credits Study the application of the principles of psychology to an This course provides an overview of the nature of educational setting, focusing especially on human addiction and recovery, addiction treatment and learning and development and on principles by which prevention, and the pharmacological and physiological learning can be enhanced. Emphasis on individual effects of drugs and alcohol. The course is fundamental differences and learning modality. Prerequisite: PS111, to the study of addictions counseling. Prerequisite: PS111 PS113, or PS221. or PS113. PS227 Lifespan Development 3 credits PS282 Foundations of Addictions Treatment 3 credits An exploration of the physical, social-emotional, and This course provides an overview of addiction treatment cognitive development from birth through late adulthood. with emphasis on empirically supported intervention and The major theoretical approaches to physical, social, and treatments. Students will review and practice various cognitive growth are compared, and topics of recent interest approaches and will become familiar with the legal and to researchers in developmental psychology are discussed. ethical issues relevant to treatment. Prerequisite: PS231 Positive Psychology in Theory, PS111 or PS113. Practice & Life 3 credits PS300 Multicultural Psychology 3 credits This course uses an integrated active learning approach The social-psychological study of human behavior as a to the teaching and learning about Positive Psychology. A result of living in a given culture, through an examination combination of didactic, experiential, film, online, and field of social behavior across different cultures. Topics include work, are used to explore this exciting area. Students will acculturation, comparison of personality, perceptual and learn all of what is best about being human. Areas such cognitive development in different societies, sex roles and as gratitude, hope, humor, strength, optimism, bravery, special issues in multicultural research. Prerequisite: excitement, appreciation of beauty, leadership, and love PS111 or PS113. Some sections require viewing of are considered from a multifaceted framework. foreign language and subtitled films. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. PS315 Introduction to Career Psychology 3 credits PS232 Introduction to Statistics & Theories and practices of career psychology; career Research Methods 3 credits decision making processes; exploration of careers in An introductory course covering probability, descriptive psychology and related fields (intended for sophomore or statistics, and basic research design. This course is first semester junior-level students). Prerequisites: PS111 intended to establish the foundation needed for or PS113, and major in psychology. understanding inferential statistics and becoming PS320 Forensic Psychology 3 credits informed and critical consumers of psychological A critical examination of the relationships between the research. Prerequisite: PS214. legal system and psychological theory, research and PS235,236 Dynamics of the Group I & II 6 credits practice. Topics include civil commitment, the rights of Students “learn by doing” the dynamics of group mental patients, standards of legal competence, interaction and the roles assumed by different members. psychological testimony, predictions of dangerousness, One year, 3 credits each semester. PS235 is prerequisite insanity defense, child custody disputes, criminal profiling, for PS236. hypnosis and lie detection, police investigative PS242 Psychology of Women 3 credits techniques, role of the forensic psychologist, witness Impact of innate and socialized sex differences on self- identification, jury selection, child sexual abuse, ethical image, self-esteem, achievement, the family; sex-role issues and death penalty cases. Prerequisite: PS111, stereotyping effects and cross-cultural comparisons. PS113, or CJ212. Applicable to Women’s Studies minor. PS321 Criminal Profiling 3 credits An introduction to the manner and methods of criminal profiling. Topics to be covered are the history of criminal profiling, victim selection, crime scene characteristics, victim/offender risk, disorganized/organized offenders, Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 143 offender signature and modus operandi. Recent and past of communication including characteristics of the serial crimes will be discussed in class to demonstrate the communicator, the message and the recipient; analysis of profiling process. Videos of interviews with profilers and media messages, advertising techniques including convicted offenders will be part of the class. Students will theoretical perspectives. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. prepare a formal criminal profile for the final exam, using PS360 Cognitive Psychology 3 credits mock victim and crime scene data. Prerequisite: PS111, Exploration of the structure and processes in human PS113, or major in criminal justice. attention and memory including imagery, language, PS330 Industrial Organizational Psychology 3 credits reasoning, concept formation, problem solving, decision Study the application of psychological principles, making, metacognition. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. techniques and research to business and industry. PS370 Lifespan Development Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. (Crosslisted with CMH5400) 3 credits PS331 Basic Counseling 3 credits An exploration of normative developmental processes Review the fundamentals of interviewing and from birth through late adulthood, including social, contemporary methods and techniques of counseling. emotional, physical, and cognitive perspectives. Prerequisite: PS270. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. PS332 Psychology of Learning 3 credits PS375 School Psychology: Scope & Practice 3 credits Study the major processes and theories of learning from Introduction to school psychology, including the many the simplest level to complex processing of information. roles and functions school psychologists perform: Prerequisite: PS214. assessment, counseling, consultation, and crisis PS333 Introduction to Applied Behavior intervention. The class sequence will follow the Analysis 3 credits 10 Domains of School Psychology Graduate Education An introductory course in Applied Behavior Analysis and Practice promoted by the National Association of focusing on history, ethics, and major therapeutic School Psychologists (NASP). Prerequisites: PS225 or techniques, including an examination of their theoretical permission of instructor. and research underpinnings. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS380 Professional Issues of Addiction Counseling PS113; Prerequisite or corequisite: PS214. 3 credits PS334 Social Psychology 3 credits This seminar course reviews issues of relevance to the A study of factors affecting human interaction from dyadic treatment of addictions and provides an opportunity for to large group membership. Multicultural and gender students to critically examine those issues from the differences are stressed. Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. perspective of behavioral science. Prerequisites: Either PS281 or PS282 or permission of the instructor. PS340 Sensation & Perception 3 credits Consider the ways in which information presented to the PS410 Applied Statistics & Research Methods 3 credits senses is organized and interpreted to form perceptions An introductory course in statistics and research design, of the world and ourselves. Uses CD-ROM presentations. intended to develop students as informed and critical Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. consumers of psychological research. Prerequisite: PS214. PS341 Biological Psychology 3 credits PS423 Psychology of the Exceptional Child 3 credits Study the relationship between the brain and behavior in Focuses on the etiology and characteristics of behavioral, sleep and dreaming, emotional control, memory, physical and psychological maladaptations and/or psychopathology and brain dysfunction. Prerequisite: exceptionalities in childhood adolescence. Prevention, PS111 or PS113. treatment and therapeutic interventions are examined. Prerequisite: PS221. PS345 Topics in Psychology 3 credits Selected topics of recent interest to researchers in PS425 Clinical Methods 3 credits various areas of psychology. Topics vary from year to An introduction to clinical evaluation and diagnostic year. Open to juniors and seniors or by permission of testing in the fields of personality, psychopathology, instructor. The course may be repeated when different intelligence and aptitude; designed to provide exposure to topics are offered. Offered upon application. the clinical tools available but in no way qualifies a student to use these tools. Open to junior and senior PS350 Persuasion, Propaganda & Media 3 credits psychology majors. Prerequisites: PS270. Exploration of major psychological theories of persuasion and compliance gaining, factors affecting persuasiveness 144 | Georgian Court University PS430 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 3 credits PS453 Practicum of Applied Behavior Statistical methods of data analysis relevant to research in the Analysis Maximum 6 credits behavioral sciences with emphasis on inferential methods. Students will apply their knowledge in the design, Prerequisite: PS214 or permission of the instructor. implementation and evaluation of ABA programs under PS431 Experimental Psychology 4 credits supervision by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst Applied use of the scientific method in laboratory (BCBA). A minimum of 475 supervised hours will be research. Laboratory provides hands-on research completed in an appropriate field placement each experience with SPSS to analyze data. Prerequisites: semester. Students will be supervised by field-based PS214 and PS430. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. supervisors and university faculty. Emphasis will be placed on ethical and professional practice. Prerequisites: PS433 Behavior Modification 3 credits Successful completion of PS335, PS436, and PS437 with An introductory course in the application of principles of a grade of B- or higher and permission of the instructor. learning and behavior in applied settings with primary Prior to registration for PS453, students must have emphasis on mental health institutions and schools. demonstrated professional and ethical behavior Ethical considerations and the use and efficacy of standards as well as competent knowledge of the behavioral intervention techniques will be studied. evaluation, treatment and presentation of ABA Prerequisite: PS111 or PS113. procedures. Successful completion of the prerequisite PS436 Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis I 3 credits courses does not guarantee admission to practicum. The course will focus the assessment of behavior to Failure to demonstrate continuing compliance with determine status and outcome, the selection of professional practice, ethical behavior and best practice appropriate interventions, and their evaluation. Attention standards may result in removal from practicum. will be given to the measurement and interpretation of Repeatable up to 6 credits. behavioral data in decision-making. Prerequisite: PS335. PS455 Senior Seminar 3 credits PS437 Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis II 3 credits A seminar on the composition of critical literature reviews. The course will focus upon procedures to develop and Students write a critical review of a body of published modify behaviors. Emphasis will be placed upon the empirical research on a topic of their selection and development of behaviors for severe and pervasive present it in the last weeks of the seminar class. developmental disorders. Prerequisite: A grade of B- or Prerequisite: PS410 or PS431. 2 hours lecture. better in PS436. PS456 Internship in Psychology: PS438 Research Methods in Applied Addictions Treatment 3 credits Behavior Analysis 3 credits This experiential course is an opportunity for reflective An examination of single-case research methods and practice, applying the theory and skills of addiction designs. Topics include selection of dependent and counseling and/or prevention with the supervision of a independent variables, measurement techniques, single- practitioner and a faculty member. Students are required subject experimental designs, data analysis, graphical to secure placement as an internship site prior to the first representation of data, and ethics pertaining to single- class. Course may be taken twice. Prerequisites: PS281 case research. Prerequisites: PS335. and PS282, and a grade of B or better in PS331 or PS440 Supervised Research in Psychology 1–3 credits permission of the instructor. Repeatable up to 6 credits. Students work under the supervision of a faculty member PS460 Research in Psychology I 3 credits to work on the faculty member’s research project. Students work under the supervision of a faculty member Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Offered on to develop and conduct an original, independent research application. Repeatable up to 6 credits. project. Prerequisites: PS431 and permission of PS450 Internship in Psychology 3 credits instructor. Offered on application. Open to psychology majors only. Practical in-the-field PS461 Research in Psychology II 1-3 credits experience in an ongoing project, school or human Students work under the supervision of a faculty member services institution. Prerequisites: PS331 with a minimum to develop and conduct an original, independent research credit of B. Repeatable up to 6 credits. project. Prerequisites: PS460 and permission of instructor. Offered on application.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 145 PS462 Independent Study 1–3 credits Major Sequence Allows the majoring student to pursue further study in an Students majoring in religious studies are required to take area of interest or to obtain additional practical field 30 hours of credit for a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. At experience; contingent upon approval of the department least nine credits must be at the 300- or 400-level. chairperson. Restricted to psychology majors with at least Required of all majors are RS208, RS220, RS334, and junior status. Offered on application. RS401. The other six courses are chosen from any of the department course offerings. Religious studies majors PS463+ Research in Psychology III 1-3 credits may use up to two courses within the major to fulfill Opportunity for students who have completed PS461 to general education requirements. undergo further research experience. Prerequisites: PS461 Minor Sequence and approval of the chairperson. Offered on application. Students minoring in religious studies are required to take 18 semester hours of credit in religious studies courses, six credits of which must be at the 300 or 400 level.

Transfer Students ELIGIOUS TUDIES R S Students who graduate from Georgian Court with a B.A. in The study of religion is an important part of the liberal arts Religious Studies must complete RS401 and a minimum of curriculum, in that it explores the way people have 18 credits, including RS401, in the Department of Religious understood themselves, their world, and reality. Studies at Georgian Court. Students who transfer into the department may have 12 credits accepted from another The religious studies student is expected to reflect upon institution, provided the courses are above the 100 level. the great ideas of religious traditions in an academic fashion as well as achieve a sympathetic understanding of Interdisciplinary Studies Major their importance and viability as perhaps the deepest part of human experience. In so doing, the study of religion can Interdisciplinary Studies major with a concentration in become the appreciation of the whole human person and religious studies are required to take 18 credits in the forces that have so profoundly influenced civilizations. religious studies courses, 6 credits of which must be at the 300 or 400 level. The religious studies major will take 30 credits in religious studies courses. In the early part of the curriculum Certificate Program for Pastoral Leaders students will build a strong foundation in the field of religious studies and the history of religions, with a Pastoral Ministry Certificate Program particular focus on the traditions and sacred texts of Candidates in the Undergraduate Pastoral Ministry Track Christianity. In the upper-level courses, students will be are required to complete 18 credits in Religious Studies able to explore in more depth Christian theological and 6 credits in Pastoral Studies for a total of 24 credits traditions and pastoral studies according to their own interests and in conversation with their advisors. (for information on the required courses, contact the department). Upon completion of these 24 credits, the Program Student Learning Outcomes candidate will earn an Undergraduate Certificate in Upon successful completion of the program of studies for Pastoral Ministry from Georgian Court University. Theology, the student will receive a B.A. in Religious Studies and will have given evidence of the following Gainful Employment information about GCU certificate outcomes and goals: programs can be found at georgian.edu/gainful-employment.

• Knowledge of the principal methods used in COURSES theological study, and an in-depth study of the RS140 Religions in America 3 credits Catholic Theological Tradition within the areas of A historical, doctrinal, and sociological presentation of biblical, theological, and pastoral studies. the major religious denominations of America as seen • Competency in exegesis: reading and in ecumenical perspective. Applicable to American interpreting primary theological texts through Studies minor. course assignments, directed research, and theological reflection. RS201 Women & Religion 3 credits • Skill and ability to communicate theological Examines the impact of religion on woman with a view to knowledge concerning pastoral situations understanding what the long history of religious thought through case study and theological reflection on has done to her self-identity, her development, her current praxis. "place" in secular and religious society. The course aims to discover whether there is a liberating message in the

146 | Georgian Court University religious tradition to enrich the women’s movement. RS240 A Survey of Eastern Religious Thought 3 credits Applicable to Women’s Studies minor. An examination of the major themes in the dominant RS208 Discovering the Bible 3 credits traditions of the Asian cultural sphere (Hinduism, This course offers students an overview of significant Buddhism, Chinese religions). A study of the diversity of themes of the bible. It will examine the historical, literary historical religious traditions aims at developing a fuller and theological formation of selected biblical texts and appreciation of the sacred dimension in human experience. their impact on both the ancient communities and the Applicable to International Area Studies minor. world today. The class will include a summary of Israel’s RS245 Comparative Monotheism: Judaism, geographical, cultural and political history and its Christianity & Islam 3 credits association with other ancient Near Eastern nations. It will This course will study comparatively the three "sibling" also provide a study of chosen New Testament texts that religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Students will will afford an understanding of the growth and challenges explore the history and development of each tradition of early Christian communities. from the ancient through the modern period. In the latter RS212 The Gospels of Mark, Matthew & Luke 3 credits part of the course focus will be on the comparative study The course examines the person and work of Jesus of major elements of these traditions such as the concept Christ as seen by the early Christian community and of God, worship and ritual, ethics, and theories of religion found in the Gospel writings of Mark, Matthew and Luke. and the political order. RS213 Women & the Bible 3 credits RS260 Christianity in Dialogue 3 credits In this course the student will investigate selected Beginning with an exploration of the religious dimension passages from the Bible that affect or pertain to women. of being human, this course will provide an introduction to The student will study these texts and traditions from the the Christian tradition with reference to its relation, viewpoint of feminist biblical scholarship. The study will engagement, and dialogue with other major world include an introduction to the methodology of feminist religious traditions. We will begin with a treatment of hermeneutics, theological traditions about women, as well ancient Judaism and the story of Christianity, followed by as a careful study of chosen narratives, speeches, an exploration of Rabbinical Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, dialogues and prayers about or by women in the Bible. and Buddhism. We will learn about the central tenets, Applicable to Women’s Studies minor. history, and practices of these religious traditions with particular reference to the ways in which contemporary RS220 Christian Tradition 3 credits adherents engage the reality of internal and external An introductory course allowing students to survey and diversity and dialogue and other questions and update their understanding of Christianity’s basic beliefs challenges of the modern world. and insights. Drawing upon contemporary theological research, the central truths of the Christian experience are RS290 Selected Topics in Religious Studies 3 credits explained and analyzed. This course offers the student an opportunity to explore various areas in religious studies. The topic will be RS235 Journeys in Spirituality 1 credit studied for the entire semester. This course may be This course invites the student to enter into an experience repeated by students as different topics are presented. of a particular dimension of spirituality, rather than studying it from a distance. Thus, the student will be RS311 The Gospel of John 3 credits asked to actively participate in the topic so as to learn A study of Johannine theological tradition as manifested from the inside-out. While there will be academic in the fourth Gospel. The principal Johannine texts are assignments, there will be an emphasis on experiencing examined in their historical context as witnesses of the the topic. This course may be repeated if the topic is Christian faith. Relevancy to contemporary Christian life is different. Prerequisite: RS208 or RS220. 1 hour lecture. also indicated. RS236 Social Justice 3 credits RS320 The Christian Community within In this course we examine both official Catholic social the Roman Catholic Tradition 3 credits teaching (CST) and non-official Catholic social thought Provides a biblical, historical and doctrinal investigation of and action from the late 19th century to the present. the nature and life of the Christian community with a Emphasis is placed on the ways in which the Catholic special emphasis upon the Roman Catholic tradition. social-justice tradition has developed in response to RS323 The Sacraments 3 credits social praxis within the wider church as well as to secular Study of religious questions surrounding the notions of currents of thought, social movements and world events. signs and symbols as expressions for the experience of Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 147 the Transcendent. Exploration of the way in which signs RS405 Faith Seeking Understanding: Beginning can effectively render present to the individual what they Theological Study 3 credits signify. Focus of the study: the Sacraments of the This course introduces students to the field of theology: the Catholic tradition. human quest to understand, interpret and express religious RS325 Theology of Creation 3 credits faith. Students will read various classical and contemporary An exploration of different conceptions of nature/creation, theologians and will become familiar with research tools and the human place/role in the universe, and what it means techniques related to the study of theology. to care for God’s good creation. Case studies explore RS406 Hebrew Bible Selections 3 credits both particular environmental issues/problems and An in-depth examination of selected themes, from pre-exilic relationships between theology, science, ethics, and Hebrew scripture, in light of literary and historical formation of public policy. Alternative proposals for constructing more the texts. Include an overview of Israel’s history; the cultural, just, sustainable communities are studied and critically political, and religious circumstances that influence the evaluated. Prerequisite: RS208 or RS220. authors; and an overall presentation of a God who creates, RS334 Theological Ethics 3 credits protects and loves the world as well as the response of the This course explores the major sources, methods and community. Selected themes include an in depth review of insights of Christian theological and social ethics. The the materials in Genesis and Exodus, as well as a look at a study will focus on foundational sources and questions in sections of the Book of Judges, 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel, Christian ethics and examine the moral significance of 1 Kings, Amos, Micah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Psalms. major theological claims and themes. Particular attention is RS431 Christology 3 credits given to Roman Catholic thought. It will show how these Examine the historical development of Christology, the foundational theological themes and teachings guide doctrine of Christ. Trace Christian thought and teaching ethical understanding for living an integrated just moral life concerning the nature of Jesus Christ from biblical times with bearing on contemporary moral issues. Prerequisite: to the present day emphasizing Church teaching, RS208, RS213, RS220, RS260, or PL245 or equivalent. philosophical refinements, Reformation influences and RS401 Seminar in Religious Thought 3 credits modern controversies. Intensive study in a particular area of theological thought RS450 Christian Formation & (i.e., Scripture, theology, moral theology, etc.) selected by Sacramental Preparation 3 credits participating students in consultation with department This course will explore the following themes related to faculty members. Open to senior majors and other Christian Formation: the subjects of this ministry, the qualified students. 2 hours lecture. Offered on application. appropriate subject matter of Christian formation and RS402 Independent Study TBA sacramental preparation, and approaches to the practice An intensive study of a particular area, theme or concern of Christian formation. We will treat each of these themes of religious studies selected by the student with the by exploring official catechetical documents and the consent of a department member. Offered on application. works of theologians, social scientists, and educators. RS403 Foreign Study: Biblical TBA RS451 Counseling: Pastoral Applications 3 credits A course designed to offer the student a unique This course will explore the inter-relationship of theology opportunity to go beyond the study of Scripture in the and psychology as it relates to the professional printed word. The student will visit biblical sites, development of persons engaged in pastoral counseling archeological excavations and museums that feature on the parish level. The course aims to give theological ancient treasures. Further, exposure to the citizens of the foundation and psychological insights to assist people land presents an occasion for the student to develop a working in the various forms of counseling that take place greater awareness of other cultures, traditions and outside the therapeutic field. religions. Time and credit to be arranged. RS452 Canon Law: Introduction RS404 New Testament Selections 3 credits to Pastoral Perspectives 3 credits An in-depth examination of selected themes in the New Explore the nature, purpose and function of Church law, Testament. Explore the influences of Judaism, Hellenism using practical applications of pastoral significance in the and other contemporary factors on the development of modern Church. Special attention will be given to the role of New Testament texts. Examine selected texts for their law in the Church from viewpoints of ecclesiology, theology, contribution to the early Christian Church and their and social justice, as well as to the role of basic canonical relationship to each other. principles in the life of members of the Catholic Church. 148 | Georgian Court University RS456 Theology of Pastoral Ministry 3 credits Program Student Learning Outcomes This course explores the historical, philosophical and Upon successful completion of the program of studies for pastoral approaches to the basis of ministry. We will look Social Work, the student will receive a B.S.W. in Social at the sources for each of these within Scripture and the Work and will have given evidence of the following Church’s tradition. The practice of the believing outcomes and goals: community will play an important part in our examination of the formation of the ministerial and pastoral activities in • Students will integrate the history, purpose, and Christianity. We will examine the intellectual frameworks philosophy of social work in the study of the which have shaped various theologies of ministry, both profession and its practice through course Catholic and Reformed. exams, student-led class discussions, and assigned research. • Students will observe and practice the clinical skills necessary for the social work profession through three semesters of internship experiences. SOCIAL WORK • Students will use evidence-based social work practice with individuals, families, groups, The social work curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in theory and practice of social work that organizations, and communities in local and enables the student to competently assume the role of an global settings and will receive appropriate entry-level generalist social work professional. This is feedback regarding their skill development as accomplished through courses offering a sound practitioners and as leaders in service delivery. theoretical base, combined with the optimum amount of • Students will be guided toward the lifelong field related experience on the baccalaureate level. The learning and commitment necessary for current curriculum builds upon, and is integrated with, the basic credentialing and licensure, advanced M.S.W. university liberal arts requirements, in the humanities, social, behavioral, and biological sciences. study, advocacy for issues of social justice in social work practice, and academic research and The student who successfully completes the Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) Program will acquire the specialized service opportunities as inspired and guided by knowledge and skills to effectively practice generalist social the Mercy core values and Critical Concerns. work and be educated and encouraged to identify and affirm the ethics and values of the profession. This includes CSWE 2015 Educational Policy and an appreciation for the value, dignity and individuality of all Accreditation Standards human beings and a conviction regarding the equality of all people, regardless of gender, race, creed, ethnicity, sexual The nine Social Work Competencies are listed below. orientation, age or disability. These values would also • Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior include a desire to promote social and economic justice • Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice with a will to translate these values into action. The Social • Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Work program is most rigorous and requires a strong sense of commitment on the part of the student. Any Environmental Justice professor who finds the student’s writing to be inadequate • Engage in Practice-informed Research and will inform the student that a referral to the Writing Center Research-informed Practice will be made. The student must attend appropriate • Engage in Policy Practice sessions at the Writing Center and provide the Social Work • Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Department Chair with evidence of having completed Organizations, and Communities recommended writing sessions. • Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, Acceptance to GCU does not guarantee acceptance as a and Communities social work major. The student will be accepted as a • Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, social work major after completion of SW203 with a grade of C or better. The student Policy and Procedures Manual Organizations, and Communities clearly outlines the acceptance process to be followed by • Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, each student. The Policy and Procedures Manual may be Organizations, and Communities. found at georgian.edu/socialwork. Major Sequence The B.S.W. program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Students graduating The B.S.W. student is required to take SO101, BI111, from the program are granted state certification upon EN111 or EN221, MA103, PS111 or PS113, and either application to the State Board of Social Work Examiners. SP101/102, SP105/106, or one semester of intermediate Spanish. Spanish is required to fulfill the language

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 149 requirement, however another language can be substituted COURSES with the approval of the department chairperson. SW101 Foundations of the Social Work All of these courses provide a liberal arts foundation on Profession 3 credits which to build the social work curriculum, inclusive of field This course will serve as an introduction to the profession experience. The major course requirements are as of social work. Students will learn about the historical follows: SW101, SW203, SW253, SW295, SW305, SW306, SW310, SW313, SW323, SW361, SW390, underpinnings of the profession as well as the myriad SW414, SW440, SW496, and SW497. The student must social systems that influence contemporary social work also choose two social work electives from SW251, practice. This foundation course will familiarize students SW213, SW220, SW240, SW265, SW466 or any with the social, political, and economic factors that impact gerontology selection. policy development. Students will begin to connect policy Students must complete 57 credits in the department. with practice and will develop an understanding that BI111 must be taken before, or during the junior year. policy initiatives shape practice behavior. Upon Those students who are interested in applying for the completion of this course, students will begin to identify Baccalaureate Child Welfare Education Program as a professional social worker and will be knowledgeable (BCWEP) must take SW265 Child Welfare class as one of their social work electives. SW265: Child Welfare must of the values, ethics, and principles embraced by the be taken prior to or concurrently when applying for the vocation. Students will develop the perception of social BCWEP grant. worker as an agent of change wherein our professional Social Work Minor responsibility is grounded in advocacy for human rights and social justice for marginalized and oppressed people The minor in Social Work will provide students with a theoretical understanding of the strength in diversity, and and communities. the dynamics of oppression and discrimination in all areas SW203 Introduction to Social Welfare 3 credits of life. The student will gain knowledge of the change The study of the social welfare matrix, beginning with an agents needed to turn a concern for social justice into historical perspective and tracing social service action, both locally and globally. development to present-day systems, as well as the The Social Work minor is composed of 18 credits derived history of the social work profession. Focuses on means from five core courses and one elective: through which the individual, family, group, organization Core Courses and community problems and/or needs are identified, SW101 Foundations of the Social Work Profession referred to and met by the social welfare system. SW203 Introduction to Social Welfare Emphasis on foundation of professional values and SW253 Human Rights and Social Justice ethics. Lectures in conjunction with 40 hours of required SW305/06 Human Behavior & the Social Environment I & II volunteer service. Prerequisite: SW101, Prerequisite or corequisite SO101, or permission of the instructor. Electives SW213 Special Topics SW213 Selected Topics in Social Work 3 credits SW251 Family Systems This course gives the student the opportunity for intensive SW220 Human-Animal Bond study of a pertinent area or problem in social work SW240 Addictions generally not covered by the outlined curriculum. The SW265 Child Welfare topic is announced prior to the semester the class is SW361 Mental Health (Required for social work majors) offered. Topics include: Spirituality of Self, Grant Writing, Any Gerontology offering (GP) Forensic Social Work, Religion and Spirituality, Disaster Response, Spanish for Specialized Work Settings. Gerontology Minor Prerequisites designated by instructor. The minor in gerontology is designed to enhance the SW220 Human-Animal Bond 3 credits knowledge and skill development of professionals, The Human-Animal Bond is designed to help the student paraprofessionals, and students who are involved in the understand and appreciate the relationship between Homo field of aging or who are planning careers with an sapiens and the animal kingdom. This course explores the emphasis in gerontology. Students must complete GP207 and 15 additional credits. IH330 and IH335 may be taken relationship between cruelty to animals and subsequent as part of the minor. violence towards people, as well as the relationship between the development of child protection agencies and the ASPCA (American Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Controversial issues of animal intelligence,

150 | Georgian Court University animal consciousness, animal emotions, and animal rights incorporate social justice practice into organizations, are explored. The domestication of animals and their use institutions, and society to ensure basic human rights, as pets, therapeutic agents, and "workers" is highlighted each student will be asked to complete a social action within the debatable context of the biblical concept of project as a way to understand how to turn a concern for "dominion." Within this arena, pet therapy and grieving the social justice into action. This may be utilized as a loss of pets are discussed. This course examines the Service Learning Component. Please see the instructor unique capabilities of several species and in some for additional information if you are interested in the instances addresses the manner in which said capabilities Service Learning Component. have benefited the human race. Finally, the course SW265 Child Welfare 3 credits addresses the place of animals in the larger context of Comprehensive social work-focused introduction to child ecology and the sustainability of our planet. abuse and neglect; the identification of child maltreatment SW240 Addictions 3 credits and domestic violence is necessary for all social workers Examine the world of chemical addictions and behavioral but especially for those who will work in child protective addictions with emphasis on the biological, social, services. Family dynamics, an introduction to psychological, and environmental aspects. Investigate interventions, child welfare history, child welfare possible causes of addictive behaviors, symptoms, and competencies, multiculturalism and social policy issues treatment options including therapeutic and pharmaceutical will be covered. This is a required course for all BCWEP treatments. Prerequisites designated by instructor. recipients. Prerequisite: SW203. SW251 Family Systems 3 credits SW295 Communication Skills in Social Work 3 credits An analysis of the family as a functional system within the Learn the basic skills necessary to communicate as a larger society. It will concentrate on North American generalist social work professional with individuals, society and integrate comparative systems of global families, groups, organizations and communities such as content. Areas included: majority and minority nonverbal communication, active listening, responding, approaches to family life, sexuality, dissolution, blended questioning, written communication, data collection, families, gay and lesbian families, courting and mate making referrals, project planning, negotiating, selection, and marriage and family life in the middle and documentation, and offering legislative testimony. later years. Special attention will be devoted to the role of Prerequisites: SO101, SW203. women both past and present as well as a focus on SW305 Human Behavior & Social Environment I 3 credits minorities. Develop beginning skills for understanding Focuses on individuals from conception through infancy, generalist practice with families. Emphasis will be given to early and middle childhood, adolescence, young Systems Theory and Family Systems theory. adulthood, middle adulthood and older age as they SW253 Human Rights & Social Justice 3 credits develop and have membership in families, groups, SW253 is designed to provide a knowledge base in social organizations and communities. The impact of biological, and economic justice and the forces of oppression; the social, psychological and cultural systems will be course explores how diversity characterizes and shapes explored as they affect and are affected by human the human experience and impacts the formation of behavior. Prerequisites: SO101, PS111/113, BI111. identity. Areas of diversity include age, class, color, Offered each fall. disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and SW306 Human Behavior & Social Environment II 3 credits expression, immigration status, political ideology, race, This course focuses on individuals from conception religion, sex and sexual orientation. Content areas will through infancy, early and middle childhood, focus on assisting the student to recognize the extent to adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood and which a culture’s structure and values may oppress, older age as they develop and have membership in marginalize, alienate, or enhance privilege and power. A families, groups, organizations and communities. The history of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and impact of biological, social, psychological and cultural Gil’s analysis of social action will be considered as the systems will be explored as they affect and are affected basis for a way to turn a concern for social justice into by human behavior. Prerequisites: SO101, PS111/113, action. The student will gain knowledge about theories of BI111, SW305. Offered each spring. justice and strategies to promote human and civil rights by reading/viewing historical practices of non-violent SW310 Methods of Social Work Research 3 credits movements that have advanced social and economic This course examines research methodology and the justice. As a way of teaching how individuals may scientific, analytical approach to gaining knowledge. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 151 Evidence based practice is examined and students are generalist social worker with various systems (groups, taught to employ critical thinking skills when analyzing organizations, and communities) and preparation for research and practice. The use of computers and professional responsibility in SW496, SW497, Senior statistical packages is demonstrated. Qualitative Field Education. A weekly two hour Integration Seminar is methods, quantitative methods, secondary data research, held in conjunction with SW390 to integrate classwork program evaluation, and single systems design are all with field experience and to develop beginning social focused upon. Prerequisites: SW203. 3 hours lecture and work skills. Prerequisites: SW203, SW253, SW295, lab. Offered each spring. SW305, SW306; must be taken concurrently with SW313; SW313 Social Work Practice I 3 credits and may be taken concurrently with SW253 and SW306. This course will focus on the integration of theory and Any professor who finds the student’s writing to be practice involved with intervention in groups, inadequate will inform the student that a referral to the organizations, and communities. Generalist skills will be Writing Center will be made. The student must attend developed to contribute to group interaction, motivation, appropriate sessions at the Writing Center and provide and overall development in the process of working with the Social Work Department Chair with evidence of policy and program implementation, coordination of having completed recommended writing sessions. The volunteers, fundraising, grant-writing, legislative student must have an overall cumulative grade point testimony, marketing, working with community average of 2.5. Offered each spring. stakeholders and advisory boards, and needs SW414 Social Work Practice II 3 credits assessments of program/agencies. Cultural competence A continuation of SW313, the focus on the course will be and ethics will be integrated throughout the course. the advancement of the knowledge, skills, and value of Prerequisites: SW203, SW295, SW253 or SW253 can be service delivery and accountability to individuals, families, taken concurrently with SW313. Must be taken and groups. The planned-change process using concurrently with SW390. Offered each spring. empirically-based interventions, its value to increase SW323 Social Policy 3 credits practice effectiveness, and the methods for promoting An introduction to the subject of social welfare development social and economic justice (analyzing, advocating, and using an historical approach to illustrate the various forces- offering leadership) will be integrated throughout the economic, social, cultural, philosophical, technological, etc. course as will the client systems’ strengths and resources that have affected the evolution of policies and provisions in using social systems theory. HBSE, P.I.E., social welfare the realm of social welfare. The focus is upon the political policy, disability, and diversity will be included as they process in responding to need with the over-riding theme of translate to generalist social work practice. Prerequisite: striving for social justice locally and globally. Prerequisite: SW313. Must be taken concurrently with SW496. Offered SW203. Must be taken concurrently with SW496 with each fall. exception of minor. Offered each fall. SW440 Advanced Policy & Social Work Practice 3 credits SW361 Mental Health 3 credits This is a course designed to offer the student a This course is designed to introduce the student to the theoretical base of knowledge to understand the role of variation in definitions of mental disorders as a result of the professional social worker as an advocate and intrasocietal differences and cross-cultural distribution of change agent working towards the goal of social justice. health and illness. Patterns and consequences of The concept of advocacy is applied to individual and oppression and discrimination will be emphasized with family work, agency policy, community organization and special reference to ecological distribution of mental legislative considerations. Appropriate social work skills disorders, remedial opportunities, intrasocietal differences are taught to empower the student to translate theoretical in the incidence of illness, and the seeking and response knowledge into social work practice. Prerequisites: to intervention. This course builds on the student’s SW323. Must be taken concurrently with SW497. Offered understanding of human development and the social each spring. environment. Prerequisites: SO101, SW305, SW306 or SW466 Independent Study in Social Work 3 credits permission of the instructor. Offered each fall. Intensive study of a particular area of social work selected SW390 Macro Junior Field Education 3 credits by the student with approval of the department This course provides the student with 125 hours of chairperson and the social work faculty. This course is supervised experience in a social service agency intended for the advanced student who has demonstrated performing all duties and responsibilities of the entry level high achievement in previous work. Offered upon application with permission of instructor. 152 | Georgian Court University SW496 Senior Field Education in Social Work 6 credits GP316 Physiology of Development and Aging 3 credits Provides the student with the opportunity to work in a This course will examine the aging process through the social work setting on a part-time basis (200 hours total), course of later life. Structural, functional and biochemical performing all duties and responsibilities of the entry-level changes will be examined along with physiological theories generalist social worker. A weekly two hour integration of aging. Class will focus on the important biological and seminar is held in conjunction with the field placement to physiological changes that occur during senescence. discuss practical experience and to develop advanced GP335 Dealing with Death & Dying—Part I 3 credits social work knowledge, values, and skills. The course is Analysis of issues and challenges posed by factual and open to seniors only and fulfills senior capstone attitudinal relationships between aging and mortality. experience. Prerequisites: SW390. Any professor who Specific problems that confront the elderly and the finds the student’s writing to be inadequate will inform the helping practitioner in dealing with death and dying will be student that a referral to the Writing Center will be made. explored. Among the topics to be studied are the The student must attend appropriate sessions at the experience of death and treatment of the dying; survivors Writing Center and provide the Department of Social and the bereavement process; and ethical issues. Work chair with evidence of having completed recommended writing sessions. A 3.0 average in major GP336 Dealing with Death & Dying—Part II 3 credits courses must have been achieved. Must be taken This course will examine the effects of death and dying concurrently with SW323 and SW414. Offered each fall. on the individual, families of the individual, the community and society. Among the topics to be studied are the SW497 Advanced Senior Field Education experience of death and treatment of dying, the in Social Work 6 credits psychological stages of death, nursing homes, cultural A continuation of SW496, SW497 provides the student aspects of dealing with death, the hospice concept, and with the opportunity to work in a social work setting on a medical ethics. part-time basis (200 hours total), performing all duties and responsibilities of the entry-level generalist social worker. A weekly two hour integration seminar is held in conjunction with the field placement to discuss practical experience and to develop advanced social work SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY & knowledge, values, and skills. The course is open to RE AW seniors only and fulfills senior capstone experience. P -L Prerequisites: 3.0 average in major courses and Sociology and anthropology aid in the understanding of successful completion of SW496. Must be taken human life in all of its manifestations. The basic tenet of concurrently with SW440. Offered each spring. the department is that a person is by nature a social creature and that any total understanding of human Gerontology behavior and experience must include the social and cultural milieu. The offerings of the department are thus GP207 Psycho-Social Aspects of Aging 3 credits geared to show This course is designed to deal with the well-being of • The socio-cultural environment of humans older persons and will provide students with an • How a person adapts and adjusts to this environment understanding of the roles and status of older people in • How humans interact with one another and become a our society. Theories of aging will be discussed along part of social life and with the psychosocial, ecological and political implications • The social structures and systems that are of current theories. The course will examine the various constructed to perpetuate this social life. issues that affect the elderly psychologically and socially, with regard to the individual, family, community and Therefore, individuals are seen not only in their personal or historical dimensions, but also as they actually exist, society. Examination of specific problems facing the inextricably bound to others and their surroundings. current aging population will also be examined. GP310 Counseling Older Adults & Their Minor Sequence & Pre-Law Families 3 credits The requirements for the anthropology minor are AN111, Presentation of the older adult in the context of family. AN112, and four anthropology electives. Communication and counseling skills will be emphasized, Pre-law (which is not a minor) students are required to along with family structure and processes, and evaluation take AC171, CMT105, CJ111, PO211, and PO323; plus of individual and family counseling techniques. two electives chosen from: PO221, SO200/CJ200,

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 153 SO371, CJ231, CJ212, CJ351, CJ335, BU211, and nature and universal human rights. Required for BU316. Pre-law students should choose the General Sustainability minor. Education courses PL245, EN221, and SO101 to satisfy their general education requirements. The core skills and SO371 Deviance 3 credits values essential to preparation for law school are An analysis of the concept of deviance both as a described by the Pre-Law Committee of the American Bar theoretical topic and a practical device in American Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions society. Specific patterns of deviance will be discussed in to the Bar at abanet.org/legaled/prelaw/prep.html. detail, i.e., organized crime, political deviance, gambling, COURSES terrorism, suicide, sexual deviance. Prerequisites: SO101 or permission of the instructor. Required for all majors. Sociology Offered each fall. SO101 Principles of Sociology 3 credits Anthropology An introduction to the study of society; emphasizes the basic social structure and processes of group living. AN111 Physical Anthropology & Archaeology 3 credits Included are analysis of culture, socialization, control and An introduction to the field of physical anthropology. The deviance, organizations, power, stratification and social course begins with a historical overview of evolutionary change. This course is a prerequisite for advanced theory and its impact. The human skeleton, primate courses in sociology and should be taken in freshman or behavior, the fossil record and contemporary debates sophomore year by those planning advanced work in the within physical anthropology are explored. The course discipline. It is a required course for all sociology majors. also examines the politics of race and popular culture as they pertain to physical anthropology. Offered each fall. SO167 Intergroup Relations 3 credits Explores how race, class, and gender have shaped AN112 Cultural Anthropology 3 credits American society. A broad and informed investigation An introduction to cultural anthropology. The course looks at about exclusion and inclusion, unity and diversity, which the history of anthropology as a discipline and the methods have been debated since the earliest days of this society. anthropologists use to study culture. Students are An analysis of the forces that have created and sustained introduced to the global range of the kinship and family the groups that comprise American society. structures, art, religion, political organization and economics of cultures around the world. Required for all majors. SO200/CJ200 Theories of Crime 3 credits Crime and delinquency as a social phenomenon. The AN220 Selected Topics in Anthropology 3 credits nature and extent of crime and delinquency in the United Gives the student the opportunity to explore the various States, a review of the most popular theories of crime areas of anthropology in depth. Specific areas of analysis causation and the social factors that influence its will be based on student interest. The course may be existence from early biological theories to modern social- repeated for credit when different topics are offered. cultural theories, specific factors of gender, race, social Prerequisites: SO101 or AN111 or AN112. Offered on class, etc., are discussed in detail. Prerequisite: SO101 or request or permission of instructor. permission of instructor. AN244 City, Suburb & Society 3 credits SO201 Social Statistics 3 credits Cities in cross-cultural perspective; an introduction to the An introductory course in statistical methods of data field of urban anthropology. Students explore the impact analysis relevant to the social sciences, intended to of urbanization and suburbanization on the individual, the develop students as informed and critical consumers of family and the community. Students critically examine social science research with an emphasis on application urban renewal and redevelopment efforts. The history of to criminological and sociological issues. Prerequisites: the suburb is covered in the course, and new research MA103, SO200. that looks at the impact of the built environment and the politics of space is also examined. Prerequisite: AN112 or SO304/AN304 Globalization & Sustainability 3 credits permission of instructor. Offered each spring. This course addresses how traditional models of development, embraced by all nations of the world, AN304/SO304 Globalization & Sustainability 3 credits inspire patterns of production and consumption that stand This course addresses how traditional models of in the way of building a just, sustainable and peaceful development, embraced by all nations of the world, world. It addresses the fundamental principles that the inspire patterns of production and consumption that stand human community should pursue to attain a sustainable in the way of building a just, sustainable and peaceful global society founded on economic justice, respect for world. It addresses the fundamental principles that the

154 | Georgian Court University human community should pursue to attain a sustainable global society founded on economic justice, respect for nature, and universal human rights. WORLD LANGUAGES & CULTURES AN312 Native Cultures of North America 3 credits The various languages included in the curriculum are An historical and contemporary analysis of Native given as an integral part of a liberal arts education to help Americans in North America. This course is students attain their full potential. Courses are structured anthropological in orientation, with an emphasis on the in accordance with the following objectives: culture and social organization of Indian groups. No • To develop the ability to communicate orally and in prerequisite, although some background (SO101, AN111, writing with people using other languages or AN112), may be helpful. Offered each fall. • To teach the students to read the target language with AN370 Women & Work 3 credits comprehension, so that they may be informed on This course will examine the meaning of paid work in modern publications and research women’s lives. Specific topics examined will include: • To cultivate the students’ verbal self-expression and sexual segregation and stratification in the workplace, to develop their awareness of the functioning of their power and leadership; sexuality at work; gender own language discrimination; sexual harassment; work-family issues; • To increase the students’ culture through their direct and stress and health. study of literature and civilization, and • To give the students a better understanding of other AN440 Seminar in Anthropological Theory 3 credits peoples’ ways of life A survey of the history and current status of anthropological theory. This course is recommended for anthropology SPANISH minors and/or in the graduate track for anthropology. Prerequisites: SO101 or AN111 or AN112 or permission of Program Student Learning Outcomes the instructor. 2 hours lecture. Offered on application. Upon successful completion of the program of studies for Spanish, the student will receive a B.A. in Spanish and AN467 Independent Study in Anthropology 1–3 credits will have given evidence of the following outcomes and Intensive study of a particular area in anthropology goals: selected by the student with approval of the department • Perform literary analysis in the target language chairperson and the anthropology faculty. This course is with appropriate bibliography and MLA citations. intended for the advanced student who has demonstrated • Create written discourse at an advanced low high achievement in previous work. Offered on application. level on the ACTFL scale. AN471 Internship in Anthropology 1–3 credits • Demonstrate cultural competency in Latin This course is designed specifically for students American, Spanish, or Latino/a cultures. completing internships in NGO’s outside the United • Identify, analyze, and critique social, political, and States, or in indigenous communities in North America. economic hierarchies grounded in race, ethnicity, The goals and objectives of the course/internship may gender, sexuality, class, and nationality. vary from project to project, but must be specified at the time of registration. A minimum of 60 hours of work at the Major Sequence site is required. The organization must be approved by 33 semester hours of courses given in Spanish above the the supervising faculty member in Georgian Court’s 100 level are required for the Bachelor of Arts degree. anthropology program. Documentation of satisfactory 300 Level (6 credits minimum) performance from the students program supervisor, a SP312 Modern Hispanic Cinema journal, and a presentation and/or paper due no later than SP322 Spanish for Careers in Business one semester after the student returns are also required. SP345 Advanced Language Study I Offered on application. SP346 Advanced Language Study II SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature

Civilization and Culture (3 credits minimum) SP415 Spanish Civilization SP418 Latin America: Past & Present SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 155 Literature and Literary Analysis (3 credits minimum) as they relate to a business setting and be able to apply SP405 Survey of Spanish Literature I their knowledge of business in a practical setting through SP406 Survey of Spanish Literature II an internship or study abroad experience. Students will SP425 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature I communicate professionally in Spanish orally and in writing, read and understand Spanish business SP426 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature II terminology, identify common themes, and distinguish similarities and differences between the countries and Capstone Course (3 credits) cultures that comprise the Spanish-speaking Americas, SP450 Literary Seminar and comprehend the historical, political, and social Transfer students should have a minimum of 15 credits of contexts of the past and present Latino populations in the the required 33 credits from Georgian Court. Prior approval U.S. and in Latin America. by the student’s major advisor must be obtained in order to Program Student Learning Outcomes: take any of the major requirements at another institution. Majors may use only one course within the major to fulfill Upon completion of the Latino Business Studies degree the language requirement in the core curriculum. program, students should be able to: Latin, French, and Italian are not offered as majors. • Demonstrate academic excellence in the major fields of Spanish and Business. Teacher of Language Certification • Speak and write in Spanish at an advanced level A state-approved program leading to a teaching certificate of proficiency. is offered in Spanish. For certification, 30 credits are • Demonstrate cultural competency in Spanish- required in language, conversation, composition, speaking countries. phonology, literature, civilization and SP361 with a • Understand the current business environment in both minimum of 12 credits in 300- and 400-level courses. the United States and a Spanish-speaking culture Also required are the PRAXIS II test, Spanish Content • Identify ethical business behavior. Knowledge (0191), minimum score: 159 and an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), minimum score: Advanced Low. The program includes 33 credits in business, including 18 credits of foundational courses, plus 15 business Minor Sequences credits approved by the chair of the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. Students are Due to the increasingly global nature of our world, encouraged to complete some or all of these 15 credits at students are encouraged to consider either a modern approved study abroad locations in Spanish-speaking language minor in Spanish or an interdisciplinary minor in countries. The Spanish component of the program will be Latina/o and Caribbean Studies. 33 credits at the 300 level or higher, including a course on The minor in Spanish requires 18 credits taken at the 200 Spanish for careers in business. Specifically, the level or above in the target language. requirements are:

LATINO BUSINESS STUDIES 33 credits in Business: The B.A. in Latino Business Studies prepares students for AC476 Survey of Accounting (or both AC171 careers in businesses whose clients or employees are from Principles of Financial Accounting and AC172 Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly those in the Principles of Managerial Accounting) (3) Americas. The program provides students with the EC476 Economic Survey (or both EC181 Principles opportunity to become proficient in the Spanish language of Macroeconomics and EC182 Principles of and cultures which speak it while acquiring a strong Microeconomics) (3) foundation in business and experience working in a Spanish business environment either through a study abroad or BU476 Statistical Analysis (or BU221 Business internship experience. With this preparation students can Statistics & Probability) (3) matriculate directly into GCU’s M.B.A. program. BU477 Marketing Fundamentals (or BU241 The program prepares students to Principles of Marketing) (3) • enter graduate programs in Spanish, business, or BU478 Principles of Management (or BU213 international/global business; Management Theory & Organizational • work in/start a business that employs Spanish- Behavior) (3) speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds; and BU479 Principles of Finance (or BU335 Financial • work for/start a business that caters to Spanish-speaking Management I) (3) clients or operates in a Spanish-speaking culture. Plus 15 business credits approved by the chair of the Students will learn the principles of finance, management, Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. marketing, economics, financial accounting and statistics Students are encouraged to complete some or all of

156 | Georgian Court University these 15 credits at approved study abroad locations in MU215 World Music Spanish speaking countries. PL130 Philosophy of the Arts SP212 Cultural Identity & Diversity in the 33 credits at GCU in Spanish Hispanic World SP310 Spanish Around the World (3) SP310 Spanish Around the World SP312 Modern Hispanic Cinema (3) SP312 Modern Hispanic Cinema SP322 Spanish for Careers in Business (3) SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature SP345 Advanced Language Study I (3) SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture SP346 Advanced Language Study II (3) SP450 Literary Seminar SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature (3) SW253 Human Rights and Social Justice Civilization and Culture COURSES SP418 Latin America: Past & Present (3) SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture (3) Chinese Literature and Literary Analysis CN110 & 111 Chinese Culture I & II 3–6 credits SP425 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature I (3) These are introductory level courses designed for those SP426 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature II (3) who are interested in learning about Chinese language, culture, history, thought and literature from the beginning to Capstone Course the 21st century. The course intends to develop the SP450 Literary Seminar (3) student’s understanding of pre-modern and contemporary Students who are not prepared for language study at the Chinese philosophical thought, culture, society, politics and 300 level will need to take courses at the 100 or 200 economy through secondary readings and translation of level, as appropriate. original Chinese documents. It also provides students with Minor Sequence opportunities to learn the basic syntactic structures and grammar of the Chinese language and obtain basic skills The minor in Latina/o and Caribbean Studies includes to be independent and confident learners of Chinese. 1 courses from a variety of disciplines, such as sociology, hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory resources. CN111 counts art, music, philosophy, criminal justice, English, French, Spanish, and social work. We require that a minimum of towards the World Perspectives requirement. 1/3 of the material covered in the course directly French represent the Latina/o and/or Caribbean people. The program is 18 credits, 6 of which must be in Spanish, FR101, 102 Elementary French I & II 3–6 credits French, or a combination of Spanish and French. The Practice in understanding and using the language. Task- other 12 credits must be selected from the list of courses based Web activities supplement class instruction. One below. No more than 6 of the 18 credits may count year. FR102 has FR101 as a prerequisite. simultaneously towards the LCS minor and another program or GCU requirement. Courses should be chosen FR201, 202 Intermediate French I & II 3–6 credits in consultation with the student’s advisor. A new look at French basics using text, film and Web Latina/o and Caribbean Studies: resources to develop pronunciation, listening and reading AR310 Women, Art & Society comprehension skills. Prerequisite for FR201: FR102 or CJ351 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems qualifying test. One year. FR202 has FR201 as a prerequisite. CJ355 Political Crimes & Terrorism Italian EN190 Global Literature EN375 Natives & Strangers: Multi-Ethnic Literature ITA101, 102 Elementary Italian I & II 6 credits of the U.S. Conversational Italian for beginning students. Stress on EN418 African Diaspora using Italian in realistic situations with emphasis on HST250 Colonial Latin America listening and understanding, speaking, reading and HST251 Modern Latin America writing. Cultural content and linguistic aspects also HST330 America & the World: U.S. Foreign Relations covered. One year. ITA102 has ITA101 as a prerequisite. Since 1898 ITA201, 202 Intermediate Italian I & II 6 credits HST343 Atlantic World 1400–1850 Reinforcement of grammatical elements introduced in the HST352 History of Mexico first year. Emphasis on more difficult aspects of structure. HST390 Special Topics in History (when appropriate) Stress on students’ ability to ask and answer questions

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 157 and speak on given topics with correct pronunciation and Spanish sentence structure. Focus on realistic aspects of the SP101, 102 Elementary Spanish I & II Online 6 credits language and lifestyle of the people. One year. ITA202 Development of listening, speaking, reading and writing has ITA201 as a prerequisite. skills in an online format. Introduction to selected aspects of ITA211, 212 Italian Conversation & Hispanic culture. 6 hours lecture, one semester; 6 credits. Composition I & II 6 credits Please Note: due to the online format, this course is Guided discussion on prepared and extemporaneous recommended to those students who do not wish to develop themes; emphasis on pronunciation, oral expression and a speaking proficiency. Students who have credit for SP101 audio comprehension. Directed and free composition. and SP102 may not register for SP105 and SP106. Prerequisite for ITA211: ITA202 or the equivalent. One SP105, 106 Beginning Everyday Spanish I & II 6 credits year. ITA212 has ITA211 as a prerequisite. Conversational Spanish for beginning students. Develop ITA401 Special Studies TBA listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills using a Specialized topics in advanced composition, structure, communicative approach. Stress on the acquisition of a language, literature, culture and civilization, or careers. practical working vocabulary and simple sentence Directed by a member of the department and approved structure. Discussion themes related to typical daily by the chairperson. Offered on application. situations. Use of technology to support language acquisition. One year; 6 credits. SP106 is a course for Latina/o and Caribbean Studies continuing students and for those who place into it based LC301 Bridging Cultures in the Caribbean 3 credits on their placement exam results. Students who start in How do Caribbean cultures define themselves within the SP106 must continue in SP205 in order to complete their global community? Explore cultural and literary bridges language requirement. and compare and contrast the rich diversity of French and SP107 Spanish for Specialized Work Settings 3 credits Caribbean authors. Includes one text originally written in Conversational Spanish for beginning students in English from the Anglophone Caribbean. Through the professional settings such, but not limited to the medical genres of fiction, drama, and travel writing, investigate field, pastoral ministry, social work, and supervisory central issues of ethnic and religious identity, linguistic personnel in business. Emphasis placed on the hybridity, women’s rights, (neo) colonization, slave trades, acquisition of a practical working vocabulary within a and emancipator discourses and liberation struggles. specific work environment. Offered on application. Taught in English (unless otherwise requested by students) and texts in French and Spanish may be read in SP205, 206 Intermediate Everyday Spanish I & II 6 credits English translation or the original language. Conversational Spanish for students with previous background. Discussion themes related to everyday Mediterranean Studies situations, lifestyles of Spanish-speaking countries. MS211 Arabic Spain 3 credits Introductory readings, cultural and literary. Use of Explore the cultures and art history of Spain or Al Andalus technology to support language acquisition. Prerequisite for from 711 to 1492. Emphasis on Arab and Jewish SP205: SP102, or SP106 or placement test. Prerequisite for architecture, religion, philosophy, literature, music, and SP206: SP205 or placement test. One year. poetry. Learn about the Inquisition and the ramifications of SP211 Spanish Conversation & Composition 3 credits the fateful year 1492 when Catholic King Ferdinand and Intensive practice in conversational skills, designed to Queen Isabella expulsed Jews from Spain, and Columbus improve students’ ability to speak Spanish at an advanced embarked on his voyage that would result in the level. Through the debating of contemporary sociocultural colonization of the Americas. The principles of the Arabic aspects of the Hispanic world using news articles, short language such as the pronunciation of its sounds, the stories, plays, feature and documentary films, and popular writing of its letters, its influences on Spanish, various lyrics and songs, students will discuss contemporary topics greetings, common phrases, vocabulary, and exposure to with the goal of acquiring good communications skills. calligraphy are included, as are basic greetings in Hebrew. Focus on developing the students’ writing ability in No prerequisite. Interactive lectures and multimedia Spanish. Prerequisite: SP206 or placement test or language resources. Taught in English. permission of the chair. Offered each fall.

158 | Georgian Court University SP212 Cultural Identity & Diversity in winning films produced in Spanish (some may be dubbed the Hispanic World 3 credits in English) from several countries. Readings in Spanish Exploration of important issues in contemporary Latino and English. Screenings include historical, artistic and and Spanish cultures through the study of literature, film, women’s films. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP221 or art, and history. Discussion topics related to identity, permission of the instructor. gender, social justice, religion, and transnational SP320 Spanish for Social Services & Education 3 credits migration in order to understand the forces of tradition Analysis of career-related case studies that focus on and change that have shaped contemporary Hispanic individual, family and community concerns. Reading and society. Given in Spanish. Prerequisite SP206 or SP211 discussion on current issues in these fields. Visits to or permission of the instructor. Offered each spring. agencies or schools that serve the Hispanic community SP215 Field Study: Abroad or Hispanic Areas Prerequisite SP211 and SP212, or equivalent or of the United States 1–2 credits permission of the chair. Hispanic culture and civilization taught in a Spanish- SP322 Spanish for Careers in Business 3 credits speaking area. Lectures and site visits concentrate on Introduction to the terminology and procedures in the socioeconomic institutions of the particular country with Spanish-speaking world; emphasis on developing students’ emphasis on historical background and architecture of the oral and written proficiencies. Special focus on cultural area. Special attention will be given to local dialect. factors that impact on various transactions, especially with Assignments include newspaper reading and maintenance Latin America. Visit to an international company. Guest of a diary. Prerequisite: SP101 or SP105. One week, lectures from specialists in the field. Prerequisite: SP212 or 1 credit/two weeks, 2 credits. Offered upon application. the equivalent or permission of the chair. SP221, 222 Hispanic Literature & Culture I & II 6 credits SP345, 346 Advanced Language Study I & II 6 credits Introduction to critical reasoning and interpretation based Consolidation of Spanish language skills to enable representative works from Spanish and Latin American students to develop an advanced level of proficiency. Literatures. Skills-building course that familiarizes Attention to all linguistic skills (listening, reading, speaking students with the lexicon of Spanish literary criticism and and writing) with an emphasis on both oral and written trains them to be active readers of Hispanic literature. communication. Topics covered focus on the peoples and Reading and analysis of selections from the four basic cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Prerequisite for literary genres: narrative, poetry, drama, and essay. SP345: SP212 or permission of the chair. One year. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite for SP221: SP211 or Prerequisite for SP346: SP345 or permission of the SP212 or equivalent or permission of the instructor. One department chair. year. SP222 has SP221 or permission of the instructor as a prerequisite. SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature 3 credits Studies the image of Hispanic women as presented in SP301, 302 Structures of Spanish I & II 6 credits literature and society by male and female writers. Study of vocabulary and idioms with special stress upon Comparison and contrast of roles of women in Spain, Latin points of syntax peculiar to the Spanish language. America and the United States. Readings in Spanish. Translation into Spanish. Analysis of phonic theory. Directed Prerequisite for Spanish majors: SP221 and SP222 or and free composition. Prerequisite for SP301: SP211 and equivalent or permission of the chair. Applicable to SP212, or the equivalent or permission of the chair. One Women’s Studies minors with Spanish background. year. Prerequisite for SP302: SP301 or permission of the department chair. SP351/451 Special Studies TBA Specialized topics in advanced language study, literature, SP310 Spanish Around the World 3 credits culture, civilization, careers or internship. Directed by A cross-disciplinary study of Spanish around the world, member of department and approved by the chair. Offered encompassing selected historical, sociological, religious, upon application at the discretion of the department. political, educational, and artistic aspects of the language. Readings and projects in Spanish for Spanish majors, minors, SP361 Current Trends in World Language and heritage speakers, and in English for other students. Education–Spanish 3 credits st Taught in English or Spanish, depending on enrollment. Spanish language and culture in the 21 century: an eclectic approach toward proficiency in the SP312 Modern Hispanic Cinema 3 credits communicative classroom. Study and experience of Films will be "read" as texts that mirror modern Hispanic various methodologies and strategies that encourage society. Analysis, discussion and writing about award- communication, cultural understanding and tolerance as Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 159 well as furthering the teacher’s own proficiency according and thinking critically. Special emphasis on the writing to the ACTFL (American Council on Teaching of Foreign process in order to aid the students’ development of a Languages). Proficiency Guidelines. Hands-on clear, concise and focused writing style. Several authors experiences including total physical response, total will be read, including: Borges, Rulfo, Cortázar, Garcia physical response story-telling, cooperative learning and Márquez, and Fuentes. Prerequisite: SP425 or other proficiency-based activities. Overview of holidays permission of the instructor. One semester. celebrated in the Hispanic community as well as culturally SP450 Literary Seminar 3 credits based games, songs and folk arts. Prerequisite: SP211 Senior seminar focused on specific works that represent Spanish Conversation and Composition or equivalent or a thematic approach to the study of literature. Oral permission of the chair. presentations and written papers will be required. SP405, 406 Survey of Spanish Literature I & II 6 credits Prerequisite: another 400-level course taken prior to Representative authors of Spanish literature. Reading of or concurrently. selected texts. Presentations and written papers will be SP351/451 Special Studies TBA required. Prerequisites for SP405: Two courses from this Specialized topics in advanced language study, literature, list: SP312, SP345, SP346, SP350 prior to or with culture, civilization or careers or internship. Directed by a permission from the instructor. Prerequisite for SP406: member of the department and approved by the chair. SP405 or permission of the instructor. Offered upon application at the discretion of the department. SP415 Spanish Civilization 3 credits WLC210 World Language and Culture Abroad 1–6 credits Study of physical environment of Spain; development of Offered either in English or in the target language. Ask the Spanish nation. Interpretation of modern Spain; instructor before enrolling. This course is designed to institutions, economy, people and culture. Prerequisites: offer students a unique opportunity to study abroad Two courses from this list: SP312, SP345, SP346, SP350 concentrating on world cultures and languages around prior to or with permission from the instructor. the globe. Students will travel abroad to experience the SP418 Latin America: Past & Present 3 credits language and culture of the country first hand. Each trip is A historical approach to the countries and cultures of supplemented by class lectures that can take place on Latin America. A detailed chronological study of Latin campus, in the U.S. before departing or during the trip, or American countries from the great indigenous cultures to both. Ask instructor before enrolling. The topics discussed the present-day. Emphasis on the history, economics, during class lectures may cover language grammar, politics, arts and ideologies that have shaped each information about the particular country visited, such as country’s unique identity. Prerequisite: SP221 or SP222 history, art, music, religion, architecture, education, and and SP345; or SP418 or with permission of the instructor. cross-cultural communication. Particular attention will be SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture 3 credits paid to different aspects of the culture and the basics and A thematic approach to the cultures of Latin America. specifics of the language. Students will apply what they Emphasis on the societal factors that have contributed to learned to the trip and complete academic assignments the identity of today’s Latin America and how it has as determined by the instructor. Each week of stay evolved throughout the Post-Colonial Period. SP221 or (approximately 15 hours of classroom instruction, local SP222 and SP345 or SP346; or SP350 or equivalent or field work, excursions, and visits) will award 1 credit. This with permission of the instructor. class cannot be taken for more than 6 credits. This course does NOT satisfy the Modern Language; Culture; SP425 Mosaics of Hispanic American Global Studies General Education requirement. Literature I 3 credits Prerequisites: Permission from instructor. Fees for travel An introduction to literary movements and literary analysis will apply. Applicable to the International Area Studies from indigenous works to contemporary literature. Emphasis minor, as well as Experiential Learning requirement. on the application of technical terms to analyze short stories, poetry, essays, novels, and theatrical works. Prerequisite: WLC215 World Language & Culture SP221 or SP222 and SP345 or SP346; or SP418 or SP419 Experience Abroad 3 credits or equivalent or with permission of the instructor. Offered in the target language. This course is designed to offer students a unique opportunity to study abroad SP426 Mosaics of Hispanic American concentrating on world cultures and languages around Literature II 3 credits the globe. Students will travel abroad to experience the Focus on analyzing and interpreting literary texts to language and culture of the country first-hand. Each trip is understand narrative strategies through reading, writing 160 | Georgian Court University supplemented with at least a week of class lectures that can take place either on campus, in the U.S., before departing or during the trip, or both. Ask instructor before enrolling. The topics discussed during class lectures may cover language grammar, information about the particular country visited such as history, art, music, religion, architecture, education, and cross-cultural communication. Particular attention will be given to different aspects of the culture and the basics and specifics of the language. Students will apply what they learned to the trip and complete academic assignments as determined by the instructor. This course satisfies the Modern Language; Culture; Global Studies General Education requirement. Prerequisites: Permission from instructor. Fees for travel will apply. Applicable to the International Area Studies minor, as well as Experiential Learning requirement.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 161 • Courses are typically 3 hours lecture format unless VIII: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & otherwise noted. DIGITAL MEDIA • Courses are typically one semester unless otherwise noted. The School of Business and Digital Media consists of • Courses are typically offered once per year (fall or two departments: Business Administration, Accounting, spring) or every semester unless otherwise noted. and Economics and Communication, Graphic Design, Program Student Learning Outcomes and Multimedia. Upon successful completion of a one of the six business The mission of the School of Business and Digital Media degree programs, students will have given evidence of is to provide undergraduate and graduate students a the following outcomes and goals: meaningful learning experience through a viable curriculum, effective teaching and individual advisement. • Effective oral and written business The School of Business and Digital Media aims to communication skills augment a sense of values by examining the role of • Overall understanding of business concepts ethical behavior in the marketplace while preparing including accounting, economics, finance, students for successful careers and graduate study. management, and marketing • Proficient participation in collaborative activities and teamwork • Ability to articulate ethical business behavior BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, • Career goals through internship and reflection • Competence in using data and technology as a ACCOUNTING & ECONOMICS business tool Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business ACCOUNTING Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The Department of Business Administration, Accounting Major Sequence and Economics offers five undergraduate degrees: To earn a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, students • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration must successfully complete 120 credits which include • Bachelor of Science in Accounting 66 credits in accounting, business, and economics • Bachelor of Science in Finance coursework as follows: • Bachelor of Science in Management • Bachelor of Science in Marketing Business Core Courses Also available is a sixth, interdisciplinary undergraduate AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) degree: the Bachelor of Arts in Latino Business Studies. AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) Students may only double major in two majors offered by EC181* Principles of Macroeconomics (3) the Department of Business Administration, Accounting, EC182* Principles of Microeconomics (3) and Economics if they take 30 unique credits for each IS224 Computing & Information Systems in major. These credits must be approved by the program Business (3) coordinator and department chair. BU121*† Quantitative Business Concepts (3) The Department of Business Administration, Accounting, BU211 Business Law (3) and Economics also offers minors in Accounting, BU213 Management Theory & Organizational Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Social Behavior (3) Media Marketing, and Sports Management. Students also have the opportunity to earn a GCU Certificate in BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) International Business. Students majoring in a business BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) discipline may minor in another business discipline by BU335 Financial Management (3) taking 15 unique credits in the new discipline. These BU491 Business Strategies & Policy (3) credits must be approved by the program coordinator and BU450 Internship & Career Preparation (1) department chair. BU451 Internship (2+) When reviewing programs and courses, please note *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. the following standard conventions in use throughout †BU121 may be waived if the student has achieved a B or the catalog: better in MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115. • A number in parentheses [i.e. (3), (12)] refers to number of credits.

162 | Georgian Court University Accounting Major Courses †BU121 may be waived if the student has achieved a B or AC272 Intermediate Accounting I (3) better in MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115. AC273 Intermediate Accounting II (3) BU319* Business & Professional Ethics (3) Optional Concentrations AC371 Accounting Information Systems (3) Students in the B.S. in Business Administration program may AC372 Cost Accounting & Budgetary Control (3) choose to complete a concentration in Sports Management AC471 Individual Federal Taxation (3) which consists of the following 12 credits or coursework: AC472 Entity Federal Taxation (3) Sports Management Concentration AC473 Fund & Advanced Accounting (3) BU371/ Principles of Sports Management (3) AC478 Auditing, Attestation & Corporate ES325* Governance (3) BU373 Sports Marketing (3) *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. BU375 The Business of Sports in Society (3) Minor Sequence BU376 Special Events Management (3) The Minor in Accounting requires 18 credits from: ES315 Sports in Society can be substituted for AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) any of the courses in the Sports AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) Management Concentration. AC272 Intermediate Accounting I (3) *ES325 Wellness Program Management is cross-listed AC273 Intermediate Accounting II (3) with BU371 AC471 Individual Federal Taxation (3) Minor Sequences Select one of the following: AC371 Accounting Information Systems (3) The Minor in Business Administration requires 18 to AC472 Entity Federal Taxation (3) 24 credits from: AC473 Fund & Advanced Accounting (3) AC476 Survey of Accounting (3) or both AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) and BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) Major Sequence BU476 Statistical Analysis (3) or BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) To earn a Bachelor of Science in Business BU477 Marketing Fundamentals (3) or BU241 Administration, students must successfully complete Principles of Marketing (3) 120 credits which include 48 credits in accounting, business, and economics coursework as follows: BU478 Principles of Management (3) or BU213 Management Theory & AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) Organizational Behavior (3) AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) BU479 Principles of Finance (3) or EC181* Principles of Macroeconomics (3) BU335 Financial Management I (3) EC182* Principles of Microeconomics (3) EC476 Economic Survey (3) or both IS224 Computing & Information Systems in EC181 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) and Business (3) EC182 Principles of Microeconomics BU121*† Quantitative Business Concepts (3) BU211 Business Law (3) The Minor in Sports Management requires 18 credits from: BU213 Management Theory & Organizational BU213 Management Theory & Organizational Behavior (3) Behavior (3) BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) BU371* Principles of Sports Management (3) BU242 Managerial Communications (3) BU373 Sports Marketing (3) IS320 Management Information Systems (3) BU375 The Business of Sports in Society (3) BU335 Financial Management I (3) BU376 Special Events Management (3) BU411 Human Resource Management (3) ES315 Sports in Society can be substituted for BU450 Internship & Career Preparation (1) any of the courses in the Sports BU451 Internship (2+) Management concentration. BU491 Business Strategies & Policy (3) *ES325 Wellness Program Management is cross-listed *Course may also satisfy a General with BU371. Education requirement. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 163 FINANCE Minor Sequence

Major Sequence The Minor in Finance requires 18 credits from: AC476 Survey of Accounting (3), or both AC171 To earn a Bachelor of Science in Finance, students must successfully complete 120 credits which include Principles of Financial Accounting (3) and 60 credits in accounting, business, and economics AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) coursework as follows: EC476 Economic Survey (3) and EC180 Contemporary Economics (3), or both Business Core Courses EC181 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) and AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) EC182 Principles of Microeconomics (3) AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) BU335 Financial Management I (3) EC181* Principles of Macroeconomics (3) BU434 Investment Analysis (3) EC182* Principles of Microeconomics (3) EC482 Financial Markets & Institutions (3) IS224 Computing & Information Systems in Select one of the following: Business (3) AC471 Individual Federal Taxation (3) BU121*† Quantitative Business Concepts (3) BU319 Business & Professional Ethics (3) BU211 Business Law (3) BU336 Financial Management II (3) BU213 Management Theory & Organizational EC382 International Finance & Economics Behavior (3) EC383 Labor Economics (3) BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) EC481 Comparative Economic Systems (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) BU242 Managerial Communications (3) MANAGEMENT IS320 Management Information Systems (3) BU335 Financial Management I (3) Major Sequence BU450 Internship & Career Preparation (1) To earn a Bachelor of Science in Management, students BU451° Internship (2+) must successfully complete 120 credits which include BU491 Business Strategies & Policy (3) 60 credits in accounting, business, and economics *Course may also satisfy a General Education coursework as follows: requirement. Business Core Courses † BU121 may be waived if the student has achieved a B or AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) better in MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115. AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) °A Finance student is required to identify and search for EC181* Principles of Macroeconomics (3) internship opportunities in Finance. EC182* Principles of Microeconomics (3) Required Finance Courses IS224 Computing & Information Systems in BU434 Investment Analysis (3) Business (3) † EC382 International Finance & Economics (3) BU121* Quantitative Business Concepts (3) EC482 Financial Markets & Institutions (3) BU211 Business Law (3) BU213 Management Theory & Organizational Elective Finance Courses Behavior (3) Students must choose two from: BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) AC471 Individual Federal Taxation (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) AC472 Entity Federal Taxation (3) BU242 Managerial Communications (3) BU319* Business & Professional Ethics (3) IS320 Management Information Systems (3) BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) BU335 Financial Management I (3) BU336 Financial Management II (3) BU450 Internship & Career Preparation (1) EC383 Labor Economics (3) BU451° Internship (2+) EC481 Comparative Economic Systems (3) BU491 Business Strategies & Policy (3) *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. †BU121 may be waived if the student has achieved a B or better in MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115. °A Management student is required to identify and search for internship opportunities in Management.

164 | Georgian Court University Required Management Courses BU335 Financial Management I (3) BU317 Organizational Behavior (3) BU450 Internship & Career Preparation (1) BU417 Production and Operations Management (3) BU451° Internship (2+) BU428 Project Management–Planning & Control (3) BU491 Business Strategies & Policy (3) *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. Elective Management Courses †BU121 may be waived if the student has achieved a B or Students must choose two from: better in MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA115. BU314 Entrepreneurship (3) °A Marketing student is required to identify and search for BU318 Women’s Leadership Styles (3) internship opportunities in Marketing. BU319* Business & Professional Ethics (3) BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) Required Marketing Courses BU371 Principles of Sports Management (3) BU341 Consumer Behavior (3) BU376 Special Events Management (3) BU342 Principles of Advertising & Public Relations (3) BU411 Human Resource Management (3) BU442 Research Skills for Management & Marketing (3) BU412 Compensation & Benefits (3) Elective Marketing Courses BU413 Seminar in Business Administration (3) Students must choose two from: BU414 The Global Business Environment (3) BU442 Research Skills for Management & Marketing (3) BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) *Course may also satisfy a General Education requirement. BU343 Sales & Sales Management (3) BU346 Social Media Marketing (3) Minor Sequences BU373 Sports Marketing (3) BU414 The Global Business Environment (3) The Minor in Management requires 18 credits from: BU441 Public Relations (3) BU213 Management Theory & Organizational Behavior (3) Minor Sequences BU242 Managerial Communications (3) The Minor in Marketing requires 18 credits from: BU317 Organizational Behavior (3) BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) BU411 Human Resource Management (3) BU341 Consumer Behavior (3) BU417 Production & Operations Management (3) BU442 Research Skills for Management & Marketing (3) Select three of the following: MARKETING BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) BU342 Principles of Advertising & Public Relations (3) Major Sequence BU346 Social Media Marketing (3) To earn a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, students BU373 Sports Marketing (3) must successfully complete 120 credits which include BU441 Public Relations (3) 60 credits in accounting, business, and economics coursework as follows: The Minor in Economics requires 18 credits from:

Business Core Courses EC180 Contemporary Economics (3) AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) EC382 International Finance & Economics (3) AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3) EC383 Labor Economics (3) EC181* Principles of Macroeconomics (3) EC481 Comparative Economic Systems (3) EC182* Principles of Microeconomics (3) EC482 Financial Markets & Institutions (3) IS224 Computing & Information Systems in EC483 Special Study in Economics (3) Business (3) Social Media Marketing BU121*† Quantitative Business Concepts (3) BU211 Business Law (3) This 18-credit minor challenges students to take an in- BU213 Management Theory & Organizational depth look at today’s constantly evolving world of social media and how theories can be applied to target and Behavior (3) attract online communities and spread messaging to a new BU221 Business Statistics & Probability (3) group of customers. The minor combines social media BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) theories and practice with traditional marketing strategies BU242 Managerial Communications (3) to provide students with knowledge and skills for today’s IS320 Management Information Systems (3) new user-drive marketplace while also teaching students Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 165 the essential skills of writing for on-line media, e- LATINO BUSINESS STUDIES commerce, communications, and graphic design. The B.A. in Latino Business Studies prepares students for Minor Sequence careers in businesses whose clients or employees are from Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly those in the The minor has 12 credits of required courses and Americas. The program provides students with the 6 credits of elective courses. opportunity to become proficient in the Spanish language Required Courses (12 credits)* and cultures which speak it while acquiring a strong foundation in business and experience working in a Spanish BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) business environment either through a study abroad or BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) internship experience. With this preparation students can BU346 Social Media Marketing (3) matriculate directly into GCU’s M.B.A. program. CM225 Transmedia Storytelling (3) The program prepares students to Elective Courses (6 credits minimum) • enter graduate programs in Spanish, business, or EN230 Writing on the Web (3) international/global business; EN250 The Power of Grammar (3) • work in/start a business that employs Spanish BU441 Public Relations** (3) speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds; and CM110 Communication Revolutions (3) • work for/start a business that caters to Spanish-speaking CM220 Public Relations** (3) clients or operates in a Spanish-speaking culture. CM341 Public Relations Writing (3) Students will learn the principles of finance, management, GD113 Computer Graphics (3) marketing, economics, financial accounting and statistics GD322 Web Design I (3) as they relate to a business setting and be able to apply GD422 Web Design 2 (3) their knowledge of business in a practical setting through BU450/451 or CM370 or EN405 Internship—taken only an internship or study abroad experience. Students will communicate professionally in Spanish orally and in after completing other minor requirements. writing, read and understand Spanish business *If a required course for the minor is also a required terminology, identify common themes, and distinguish course for the student’s major, a replacement similarities and differences between the countries and course for that required course must be cultures that comprise the Spanish-speaking Americas, selected from the elective course list. and comprehend the historical, political and social **Student may take EITHER BU441 OR CM220 contexts of the past and present Latino populations in the but not both. U.S. and in Latin America. Program Student Learning Outcomes Certificate in International Business* Upon completion of the Latino Business Studies degree This interdisciplinary program encompasses business, program, students should be able to: international studies, foreign languages and • Demonstrate academic excellence in the major fields recommended General Education courses. The of Spanish and Business. requirements are: • Speak and write in Spanish at an advanced level AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting (3) of proficiency. BU213 Management Theory & Organizational • Demonstrate cultural competency in Spanish- Behavior (3) BU241 Principles of Marketing (3) speaking countries. EC181 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) • Understand the current business environment in both EC382 International Finance & Economics (3) the United States and a Spanish-speaking culture BU321 Electronic Commerce (3) • Identify ethical business behavior. Proficiency in a foreign language as determined by the language department or 9 credits above the intermediate Major Sequence level. The program includes 33 credits in business, including *Gainful Employment information about GCU certificate 18 credits of foundational courses plus 15 business credits programs can be found at georgian.edu/gainful-employment. approved by the chair of the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. Students are encouraged to complete some or all of these 15 credits at approved study abroad locations in Spanish-speaking countries. The Spanish component of the program will be 33 credits at the 300 level or higher, including a course on Spanish for careers in business. Specifically, the requirements are:

166 | Georgian Court University 33 credits in Business • Complete a Graduate Application. AC476 Survey of Accounting (or both AC171 • Have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher and 3.5 in the Principles of Financial Accounting and AC172 major program. Principles of Managerial Accounting) (3) • Provide one letter of recommendation from the Department of Business Administration, Accounting EC476 Economic Survey (or both EC181 Principles and Economics faculty attesting to the ability of the of Macroeconomics and EC182 Principles of student to succeed in the program. Microeconomics) (3) • Complete an interview with the M.B.A. program director. BU476 Statistical Analysis (or BU221 Business • Complete the Common Professional Component Statistics & Probability) (3) courses or the matching undergraduate courses with BU477 Marketing Fundamentals (or BU241 a grade in each course of B (3.0) or higher. Principles of Marketing) (3) Students meeting the above criteria will be accepted into BU478 Principles of Management (or the M.B.A. program without taking the GMAT and may take BU213 Management Theory & as many as four M.B.A. courses (12 credits) upon completing 90 undergraduate credits; that is, while they are Organizational Behavior) (3) still undergraduate students. While acceptance into the BU479 Principles of Finance (or BU335 Financial M.B.A. program is assured, that acceptance is deferred Management I) (3) until the undergraduate degree is conferred. The M.B.A. Plus 15 business credits approved by the chair of the course selected while still an undergraduate student Business, Accounting, and Economics department. should be taken after the appropriate undergraduate Students are encouraged to complete some or all of course is completed. The B.S./M.B.A. program requires these 15 credits at approved study abroad locations in students to complete all the undergraduate and graduate Spanish speaking countries. degree requirements.

33 credits at GCU in Spanish REQUIREMENTS FOR A NEW JERSEY CPA LICENSE SP310 Spanish Around the World (3) Georgian Court maintains its curricula to be consistent SP312 Modern Hispanic Cinema (3) with current educational requirements for many SP322 Spanish for Careers in Business (3) professional licenses and certifications in business and accounting. Details of these requirements may be SP345 Advanced Language Study I (3) obtained from the body issuing the license or certification. SP346 Advanced Language Study II (3) The New Jersey State Board of Accountancy should be SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature (3) consulted for the requirements for a New Jersey license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). The CPA exam Civilization & Culture requirement of 150 credits can also be accommodated for SP418 Latin America: Past & Present (3) motivated students who take a full load of 18 credits per SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture (3) semester and 6 credits in a summer. Note that this is not a requirement of the accounting major. Literature and Literary Analysis SP425 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature I (3) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SP426 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature II (3) • A minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 and a minimum major GPA of 2.45 is required to Capstone Course remain in the Business Administration or Accounting SP450 Literary Seminar (3) programs beyond the end of the sophomore year. Students who are not prepared for language study at the • A GPA of 2.5 for all major courses required for 300 level will need to take courses at the 100 or 200 graduation. An overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 is also level, as appropriate. required. Courses in the concentration or the minor may be included in the major cumulative GPA. B.S./M.B.A.: ADVANCED ADMISSION TO THE • Students transferring to Georgian Court University MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION from another college must complete at least 50 PROGRAM percent of the major or minor program at Georgian The Department of Business Administration, Accounting, Court University. On rare occasions, the chairperson and Economics offers select students majoring in of the undergraduate Business Programs, with business administration or accounting at Georgian Court approval of the dean, may waive, substitute, or allow University the opportunity to apply for admission to the traditional M.B.A. program after completing 75 credits and a student to take a CLEP or DANTES exam to meet at least three-fourths of the required business and certain degree requirements. Conditions under which accounting courses. For acceptance, students: a course can be waived include proven experience

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 167 that assists a career choice or licensure in a statement of cash flows. Includes U.S. GAAP as professional field. expressed in the Accounting Standards Codification, • Only grades of C or higher will be accepted in transfer promulgated by FASB, and IFRS, promulgated by the to the Department of Business Administration, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). Accounting and Economics. Prerequisites AC272.

SCHEDULING CONSTRAINTS AC371 Accounting Information Systems 3 credits An introduction to the purpose, structures, functions and While courses are available to all students in the operations of and research in automated accounting Department of Business Administration, Accounting and systems. Supplements other accounting courses by Economics, a few courses within programs may be offered only in the evening when both day and evening relating the interaction of computerized and financial students can take them. Students should be aware that accounting systems to management reporting and the Department of Business Administration, Accounting decision-making. Uses computer-assisted accounting and Economics reserves the right to cancel any course procedures similar to those currently used in business scheduled for a semester if there are insufficient and industry. Prerequisites: AC171; AC172; IS224 or any numbers of students registered for the course. Should introductory computer course. this happen, students will contact the department chair for further advisement. AC372 Cost Accounting & Budgetary Control 3 credits Explore the accountant’s role within an organization, COURSES including the uses and terms of cost accounting, cost- Accounting volume-profit analysis, job costing, activity-based costing, preparation of the master budget, flexible budgeting, AC171 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 credits variance analysis, standards costs, determining cost Study the theory and procedures of accounting, including behavior using linear regression and strategic, product transaction recording; accrual accounting and the line cost analysis, and related research. Prerequisites: matching concept; financial statement preparation; AC171 and AC172. inventories and merchandising company accounting; cost of goods sold; and accounting for cash, receivables, and AC471 Individual Federal Taxation 3 credits fixed assets. The study and research of the federal income taxation as applied to individuals. Review the concepts required to AC172 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 credits determine an individual’s tax liability, which consists of: Accounting for corporations and partnerships, including filing status, exemptions, gross income, exclusions, current liabilities, payroll, bonds, stocks, and the statement deductions and credits. Prerequisites AC171 and AC172. of cash flow. Review managerial accounting, the need for cost accounting systems, and job order accounting and AC472 Entity Federal Taxation 3 credits process costing and how they differ. Includes cost volume The study and research of the federal income taxation of profit and break even analysis, presentation of budgets, corporations and partnerships and their shareholders and performance reports and variances, and managerial partners. Review the tax issues and consequences of: accounting. Prerequisite: AC171 formation, current and liquidating distributions, and the determination of taxable or flow-through income. AC272 Intermediate Accounting I 3 credits Prerequisite: AC471. An analysis and research of accounting theory applicable to the form and content of general-purpose corporate AC473 Fund & Advanced Accounting 3 credits financial statements. Review the elements of cash, trading An examination of the accounting used by governmental securities, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and related and not-for-profit organizations as well as advanced measurement of income. Includes U.S. GAAP as accounting topics. The course covers governmental expressed in the Accounting Standards Codification, funds, government budgets and encumbrance accounting promulgated by FASB, and IFRS, promulgated by the as well as other related GASB and GAAP accounting and International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). reporting. Included in the course is not-for-profit Prerequisites AC171 and AC172. accounting with a focus on service organizations, charities, health care, religious organizations, and similar AC273 Intermediate Accounting II 3 credits organizations. Advanced accounting topics include a Continuation of AC 272. Emphasis is on the elements of focus on business combinations and consolidations, as intangible assets, current liabilities, long-term investments well as other relevant advanced topics in accounting, and debt, deferred tax, stockholders’ equity, and the including IFRS. Prerequisites: AC272 and AC273.

168 | Georgian Court University AC476 Survey of Accounting 3 credits BU213 Management Theory & Organizational Learn basic accounting theory and practice with emphasis Behavior 3 credits on the concepts underlying income determination and Study management theories as they apply to preparation of the statements of financial position. Includes organizations and develop the skills essential to effective transaction analysis, revenue and expense recognition, management. Technology is integrated into this course accounting for merchandising, manufacturing, cost and consideration is given to the ethical and global operations, depreciation, inventories, statement analysis, issues, along with the social, legal, and environmental stockholders’ equity, transactions, fund statement and viewpoints that help shape management decision making. capital budgeting. Not open to undergraduate students in BU221 Business Statistics & Probability 3 credits the accounting, business administration, management, An introduction to two critical concepts used in business marketing, and finance majors. statistical analysis: descriptive and inferential statistics. AC478 Auditing, Attestations & Corporate Descriptive statistics covers the collection and Governance 3 credits organization of data into the format that provides useful Application of generally accepted auditing standards information to businesses, such as tables, charts and (GAAS) and the requirements of the Public Companies graphs. Inferential statistics uses samples and their Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) procedures used by properties to estimate the parameters of a population, the independent certified public accountant to render an such as in polling activities. Gain a full understanding of opinion on financial statements. Field and case research the use and calculation of averages, means, medians, pedagogies are employed. The topics of professional modes, variances, standard deviations and other data ethics and legal liability are also presented. Prerequisites: characteristics that indicate data location and variability. AC272 and AC273. Covers probability and probability distributions, including the binomial and the normal distributions. May include Business Administration analysis of variance and regression analysis. MS Excel is BU114 Introduction to Business & Personal extensively used. Finance 3 credits BU241 Principles of Marketing 3 credits Examine the responsibilities of business as part of our Consideration of the functions involved in the process of society and explore the importance of personal financial transferring goods from the producer to the consumer; the literacy. Review the management and marketing process, various channels of distribution; the methods and the cost leadership, human resource management, the functions of marketing; the role of advertising and sales promotion. of financial institutions, and careers in business. Also The structure, functions and behavior of distribution includes personal financial issues such as credit card systems including relationships in marketing networks traps, loans, planning, and long-term investing. among manufacturers, retailers, consumers, specialized BU121 Quantitative Business Concepts 3 credits marketing firms and governmental agencies. A foundation course in quantitative problem solving as it BU242 Managerial Communications 3 credits applies to the business environment. Explore the types of A study of the verbal, nonverbal, and written problem solving found in business. 3 hours lecture. communication in business. Examine the critical role of BU134 Personal Financial Planning 3 credits communications in the management of organizations and Review common financial issues at various life stages. the marketing of products or services. Emphasis on the Includes daily and long term personal financial planning, major concepts and theories of communication, including credit management, credit scores, credit card and other group, intergroup, and organization variables involved in debt, interest and time value of money, personal income effective communications in organizations. taxes, bank rates for student loans, personal loans, BU314 Entrepreneurship 3 credits mortgages and deposits, personal investments, Examine the development and management of an automobile and health insurances. entrepreneurial venture, from evaluating the new idea and BU211 Business Law 3 credits developing the business plan to finding alternative An introduction to the legal environment and the ethical methods of financing and managing for results. Consider and social responsibilities of business and individuals. pricing strategies, management control, resource Includes disputes resolution, common law, statutory and utilization, and financial management. administrative law, constitutional law, torts, negligence, and extensive coverage of contract law.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 169 BU316 Law Governing Employment business applications. Learn to use Type I and Type II Relationship 3 credits errors combined with hypothesis testing techniques to Study current trends in employment and labor law as they solve probability problems. Recommended elective for relate to day-to-day business operation. Focus on the rights students who plan to enter an M.B.A. program. of both employer and employee under present federal law Prerequisite: BU221. as well as the labor union and relevant federal laws. BU325 Sustainable Business: Theories, Practices & BU317 Organizational Behavior 3 credits Strategy 3 credits Examine current theories and fundamental concepts as This course is to provide an introduction to the theory, they relate to individual and group behavior within practice and strategy of sustainable business including organizations. Explore a behavioral approach to the environmental, economic and equity impacts. The management with emphasis on organizational study will include the roles of senior management, local environment, individual dimension, leadership, group and businesses, multinational corporations, NGOs, sovereign inter-group dimensions, motivation/reward system/ rights through governments, and corporate social performance, a global corporate culture, diversity in the responsibility in the process of sustainability. Prerequisite: workforce, and negotiations. Gain an understanding of the EC180, EC181, or EC182. nature and need for organizations and develop skills BU335 Financial Management I 3 credits essential to effective management. Prerequisite: BU213. Managing the finances of an organization. Includes BU318 Women’s Leadership Styles 3 credits financial statement analysis using ratios and cash flow Study great women leaders. Focus on identifying the planning; time value of money; the risk-return differences by which women process leadership and relationship; and valuation theory as applied to bonds and consider leadership models in a variety of situations stocks, capital budgeting, and risk in capital budgeting. through role-play exercises and case studies. Prerequisites: AC171, AC172, and BU213 (which may be BU319 Business & Professional Ethics 3 credits taken concurrently). The course is a study of ethical behavior in business, and BU336 Financial Management II 3 credits establishes the philosophical foundation of moral Extends the coverage in Financial Management I. Includes reasoning and ethical judgment. It examines moral the cost of capital, leverage and capital structure, dividend theories and approaches to business ethics, and applies policy, working capital management, derivative securities, a conceptual construct in the analysis and discussion of mergers/acquisitions, bankruptcy, and international selected case studies and current corporate issues. It financial management. Prerequisites: BU335. provides students with the general ethical underpinning of BU341 Consumer Behavior 3 credits professional conduct, and prepares them to understand An introduction to consumer behavior examining the the codes and rules of their own profession. Emphasis development of research theory while analyzing will be placed on a team approach to problem-solving, as consumers through demographic, geographic, and well as active class participation and regular written psychographic characteristics. Explore the major assignments. Prerequisites: 3 credits as required to meet determinants of consumer behavior, consumer decision the current General Education requirements in either process, and its impact on economic activity. Philosophy or Religious Studies. Prerequisite: BU241. BU321 Electronic Commerce 3 credits BU342 Principles of Advertising & Public Examine the strategic use of the Internet to conduct Relations 3 credits business. Review the business structures used in e- Study professional advertising and public relations commerce, such as business-to-business and business- techniques while considering social, legal, technological to-consumer sites. Examine technological building blocks, and ethical variables of the industry. Emphasis on social issues, and business considerations to understand problems related to determining total advertising and the myriad ways that the Web can be used to enhance public relation individual budgets, choice of suitable marketing, increase sales, and streamline operations media, the requisites of effective promotional messages, for business. and types of advertising and public relations research. BU323 Business Quantitative Analysis 3 credits Prerequisite: BU241. A continuation of business statistics and probability with a more in-depth look at the various methods of analysis. Examine simple and multiple regression analysis with

170 | Georgian Court University BU343 Sales & Sales Management 3 credits marketing, electronic media, and legal aspects. Investigate the principles of successful selling; sales Prerequisite: BU241. techniques and tools; sales personality; behavioral styles BU374 Athletic Administration & International and demographic diversity of the consumer; legal and Sport 3 credits ethical responsibilities of the sales person; and the role and An introduction to the management of amateur athletics, responsibilities of the sales manager. Prerequisite: BU241. including organizational structures of intercollegiate BU346 Social Media Marketing 3 credits athletic departments, conferences, and the NCAA. Social media represents one of the most significant Analyze the organization and management of changes in consumer media behavior in history, resulting international sport, including the European “club” in fundamental shifts in the way marketers communicate structure and Olympic movements as the global sport and interact with consumers. This course provides an industry expands. introduction to the social media marketing process and BU375 The Business of Sports in Society 3 credits the associated platforms entailing websites, blogs, and The course will help students understand the connection mobile applications. Students will obtain the practical between sports and society. Particular attention will be knowledge and insights required to establish objectives placed upon the value to which sports now occupies in and strategies, properly select the social media platforms culture and business. Students will be asked to analyze to engage consumers and monitor and measure the gender, economic, political and other issues as they results of these efforts. An emphasis will also be placed relate to sports, considering both participants and on effective online written skills and addressing ethical spectators. Additionally, students will be asked to issues of social media marketing. Prerequisite: BU241 contemplate various professional roles that accompany BU361 Introduction to Travel & the world of sports. Tourism Management 3 credits BU376 Special Events Management 3 credits Examine the nature, history, and organization of the travel An introduction to the multi-faceted skill of event and tourism industry. Explore its growth, impacts, and management. Students will learn how to develop a benefits; domestic and international tourism; social, concept based on event goals, determine feasibility, economic, and environmental factors; and professional budget, and risks to be managed, and create a plan for tour management and hospitality. Prerequisite: BU241. operations, logistics, staffing, and security. Finally, they BU371 Principles of Sports Management 3 credits will learn how to develop a strategy for promoting the An analysis of effective management strategies and the event through a variety of techniques. body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career in BU411 Human Resource Management 3 credits sports management. Emphasis on fundamental sports Examine the effectiveness of personnel policies and management principles, key skills, and current issues. practices. Emphasis on recruitment, selection, allocation, Discover sports management career opportunities and and development of human resources. Further explore sports principles such as leadership style, communication, the ethical, legal, and political issues that affect and motivation. Prerequisite: BU213. contemporary human resource practices and begin to BU372 Sports Law 3 credits understand human resource management of culturally A survey of the legal issues associated with what is diverse populations as a responsibility of all managers. commonly referred to as sports law. Examine laws Prerequisite: BU213. affecting a range of sports-related activities, including BU412 Compensation & Benefits 3 credits contract law; standard form contracts; restraint of trade; Examine major concepts, theories, and functions of competition law; and internal regulation, including compensation development. Explore internal, external, and discipline, natural justice and rights of athletes, civil and individual equity; job evaluation methods and wage criminal liability arising from participation in and surveys; laws that regulate compensation; trends in management of sport; the internationalization of sports variable compensation approaches; employee benefits and law; and dispute resolution. related issues in indirect compensation; and compensation BU373 Sports Marketing 3 credits benefit issues. Prerequisites: BU213; BU411. Learn to apply principles of promotion and marketing to BU413 Seminar in Business Administration 3 credits college/high school athletics, professional sports, Consider current management topics through intensive corporate fitness clubs, and resorts. Includes strategic reading and discussions. Analyze and submit a research marketing, sports consumers and research in sports paper and present an oral report. Offered upon request. Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 171 Prerequisites: senior status and completion of core BU442 Research Skills for Management & business courses. Marketing 3 credits BU414 The Global Business Environment 3 credits Investigate the function of marketing research Study management styles and marketing activity within management and methodologies, including problem selected international business communities. Includes identification, establishing management and marketing ethical business practices, global issues, world ecology objectives, developing the research plan, choosing the programs, and the impact of technology on global business proper sample, legal and ethical parameters, activities. Prerequisites: BU241; BU213; senior status. demographic diversities, design of data-gathering instruments, data analysis, the development of BU416 Special Studies in Management 3 credits conclusions and recommendations, and preparing the Study a specific topic not offered as a formal business report. Prerequisites: BU221; BU241. course; may be taken only with the permission of the department chair. BU445 Summer Internship 1 credit Student works on an Internship in their chosen field of BU417 Production & Operations Management 3 credits work within the business disciplines. The professional Explore theories of effective manufacturing and operating setting must meet the guidelines of the associated facilities management Examine current issues and theories internship requirement BU451 and be approved by the in production, including inventory control, production program director prior to class. It can be taken alone or in planning, equipment replacement, quality assurance combination with BU451 in the fall semester. Offered only methods, and distribution. Recommended for students who in Summer Session. plan to pursue an M.B.A. Prerequisite: BU213. BU450/INT450 Internship & Career Preparation 1 credit BU428 Project Management–Planning & Learn the fundamentals necessary to establish and Control 3 credits complete a successful internship experience. Prepare to Projects are the main mechanism by which organizations participate in an internship related to an area of interest or achieve their strategic goals, launch new initiatives or present employment. This course covers exploring career achieve customer objectives. Projects are often complex, options and developing résumés and cover letters, done just once, and limited in resources. This course will interview skills, and job search strategies–including the give students the tools necessary to create a realistic use of technology. Open to all undergraduates with junior project plan including schedules, communications and or senior status. For School of Business and Digital stakeholder management strategies, scope and risk Media students, the course prepares students for management and budgets. Using these plans, they will successful completion of a for-credit internship, BU451. also learn how to evaluate and control a project as it moves along to completion. Students will be exposed to BU451 Internship 2–6 credits project management tools and software and understand An internship requires the completion of 35–45 hours of the topics needed for project management certification. qualifying work (including supporting interactive and Prerequisites: BU213, IS224. written activities) per credit earned over one semester as approved by the internship faculty advisor. Internships are BU434 Investment Analysis 3 credits only available to students who are deemed to be in good Explore securities markets, online investing, return and standing by the Office of the Associate Provost for risk, statistical portfolio management, security information Academic Support and Student Life Programs. analysis, valuation theory as applied to common stocks Prerequisite: BU450. and fixed income securities, mutual fund investing, and personal portfolio management. Prerequisite: BU335. BU454 Career/Life Experience 3–12 credits An option for the adult student employed in a supervisory BU441 Public Relations 3 credits or professional capacity. A student may earn 3–12 credits Examine the nature and function of public relations, for prior learning in supervisory or professional including its growing role in organizational employment situations. The student must be employed communications, how its used to build relationships for a minimum of three years for the minimum 3 credits between the organization and its many publics, and its and is expected to document knowledge gained through importance in guiding management to achieve this experience through a portfolio. Subject to department organizational goals. Emphasis on methods of influencing approval. The number of credits awarded depends on the public opinion to build harmonious relationships. depth, breadth, and length of managerial experience. Prerequisite: BU241. Offered only with the permission of the department chair.

172 | Georgian Court University BU455 Independent Study in accounting, marketing, economics, law, and finance. Business Administration 1–3 credits Explore the ethical, global, environmental, and For senior majors whose academic records indicate the technological issues that shape business decision making ability to complete independent research. Develop and policy development. Prerequisites: Completion of research and analytical skills through intensive study and business core courses and senior status. investigation of a selected or general business problem, embodying the results in a report. Permission of Economics department chair required. One semester. EC180 Contemporary Economics 3 credits BU476 Statistical Analysis 3 credits Survey the basic issues of international economics and A rigorous treatment of modern statistical methods with micro/ macroeconomics. Explore the concept of optimal reference to their application in business research and decision making to achieve the highest level of well-being decision making. Includes descriptive statistics, discrete given limited and scarce resources. Learn why and continuous probability distributions, theory of consumers buy different products and how firms estimation, hypotheses testing, variance analysis, determine how much to produce of each product under regression, and correlation analysis. Computer statistical different levels of competition. Study why people get paid packages are used. Not open to undergraduate students different salaries/wages, why poverty exists in a nation of in the accounting, business administration, management, abundance, and how a country’s economy changes over marketing, and finance majors. time. Discuss sustainability topics, such as water, air, and pollution from an economic perspective and explore the BU477 Marketing Fundamentals 3 credits concept of money and fiscal policy. EC180 does not fulfill Identify and analyze marketing problems in business and the EC181 and EC182 requirement of the accounting, public institutions. Weigh the effects of environment, business administration, management, marketing, and competition, society, the economy, and the media on finance majors. marketing objectives and strategies. Emphasis on the total marketing package, including market segmentation, EC181 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits promotion, advertising, pricing, packaging, and Investigate the concept of people making correct or optimal distribution. Not open to undergraduate students in the decisions to achieve the highest level of well-being given accounting, business administration, management, limited and scarce resources through the use of supply-and- marketing and finance majors demand analysis. Focus on the theories behind national income accounting, how and why a country’s economy BU478 Principles of Management 3 credits grows or declines over time, and why a country sometimes An integrated analysis of the development of experiences periods of high unemployment and/or high management thought, theories, and functions. Review rates of inflation. Examine the role business and contemporary American management thought against the government can play in causing and eliminating economic economic, social, political, ethical, and global climate. Not instability in our economy. Discuss the basics behind open to undergraduate students in the accounting, international trade and finance. business administration, management, marketing, and finance majors. EC182 Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits Examine rational decision making by individuals, BU479 Principles of Finance 3 credits households, and firms under different levels of Examine how a firm makes financial decisions and competition, regulations, and policy constraints. develops policies for managing assets. Includes asset Investigate why consumers buy different products and management, working capital management, short- and how firms determine how much to produce of each long-term financing, capital budgeting, dividend policy, product under different levels of competition. Examine and financial decisions under conditions of risk and why people get paid different wages and salaries, uncertainty. Case problems provide practical application. poverty, the distribution of income in our society, and Not open to undergraduate students in the accounting, externalities such as pollution. business administration, management, marketing, and finance majors. EC382 International Finance & Economics 3 credits Study the international aspect of economic life, including BU491 Business Strategies & Policy 3 credits the theory of international trade; exchange rates, markets The capstone course in business, which is taken in the and financial institutions; balance of payments; final semester. Uses case-study and business-simulation international investments; global environmental economic methods to examine key areas of management, issues; international commercial treaties and agreements; Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 173 and the position of the United States in the world economy. EC483 Special Study in Economics 1–3 credits Prerequisite: EC180, EC181, EC182, or EC476. Intensive study of a particular topic in economics selected EC383 Labor Economics 3 credits by the student with the approval of the department. Open Analyze the economics of employment and the use of to seniors only. Credit to a maximum of three, dependent human effort in the production of goods and services, upon nature and depth of intended research. Prerequisite: including the structure, policies, and problems of labor EC180, EC181, EC182, or EC476. organizations; collective bargaining practices and Information Systems Management problems; regulation of labor by government; wage determination; unemployment; social security; and the IS122 Introduction to Computers & functioning of culturally diverse U.S. labor markets. Information Systems 3 credits Prerequisite: EC180, EC181, EC182, or EC476. Gain a working knowledge of three important software applications in the most current management EC384 Economics of Sports 3 credits environment, including hands-on experience in word Learn to apply economic concepts to sports and processing, spreadsheet, and database software, and an management of sports franchises. Includes sports introduction to making presentations. organization, financing teams, player compensation, labor economics, labor relations, team policies, organization IS223 Fundamentals of Information Systems & and structure of sports franchises as profit-maximizing Systems Analysis 3 credits entities, competition within the industry, college sports, Study information systems, concentrating on systems and costs and benefits of a franchise to a city. analysis and development life cycle. Explore the theory of the information systems discipline and the organizational EC476 Economic Survey 3 credits role of information systems, systems theory, decision- Survey economic thought from aggregate levels of income, making, and quality. Examine computing, output and employment, and prices to the role of the telecommunications systems, and the concepts of Federal Reserve and the impact of government spending, organization and information system growth and re- taxation, and economic legislation. Examine supply and engineering. Learn to apply these theories toward demand, elasticity, monopoly power, and externalized and building effective organizational information systems. resource markets. Not open to undergraduate students in Prerequisites: IS224 or MS Word, Excel, Access, and the accounting, business administration, management, PowerPoint experience. marketing, and finance majors. IS224 Computing & Information Systems in EC481 Comparative Economic Systems 3 credits Business 3 credits This course will provide the student with an understanding Explore spreadsheet and database software and learn of Comparative Economic Systems. The main trends in their applications in business. Learn to use MS Excel for economic thought from its beginnings to the present will be calculating, presenting data in tables and cross- discussed. A critical survey of the theory and the use of tabulations, and creating charts and graphs. Examine the macroeconomic and microeconomic models and their difference between spreadsheets and databases, and policy implications are analyzed in terms of economic how they are designed and used as key components in planning, research allocation, capital formation, foreign all information systems. Prerequisites: Basic proficiency trade, industry and market structure. Prerequisite: EC180, in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. EC181, EC182, or EC476. IS320 Management Information Systems 3 credits EC482 Financial Markets & Institutions 3 credits Study management and organization structures with Explore the role of financial markets and institutions in the emphasis on information system requirements. Consider economy, the structure and determination of interest a variety of information systems as they relate to rates, the Federal Reserve Board and monetary policy, business and to specific organizations. Discuss the MIS debts securities markets, equity markets, futures and requirements of small and large organizations, including options markets, and commercial banking. Prerequisite: both manual and automated systems with emphasis on EC180, EC181, EC182, or EC476. computer-based information systems. Prerequisites: BU213, IS224.

174 | Georgian Court University Major Sequence (42 credits) Students who major in Digital Communication begin with COMMUNICATION, GRAPHIC DESIGN & foundation classes in media production, public speaking, and digital storytelling. Students learn how and why MULTIMEDIA visual, written, and auditory communication must be adapted to effectively reach intended audiences. B.A. IN DIGITAL COMMUNICATION Upper-level coursework allows students to develop depth Digital Communication is an interdisciplinary program strength in one of three content areas: digital production, emphasizing the use of communication technologies to digital journalism, or visual communication. The capstone create and disseminate strategic messages across media project provides students the opportunity to develop a platforms. The major prepares communication strategic digital campaign for an organization or individual professionals and entrepreneurs for work in the in the community. converging and ever changing media environments of public relations, marketing, social media management, Core Courses (30 credits) and digital journalism. CM105 Presentation Skills (3) CM110 Communication Revolutions (3) The program is grounded in communication theory and balances learning with hands-on creation of media. CM113 Visual & Digital Literacy (3) Students receive foundational skills in face-to-face and CM217 Media Production (3) digital presentations, writing, research, and video CM305 Media Law & Ethics (3) production. These skills provide a solid conceptual and CM401 Communication Theory & Research (3) practical understanding of how communication theories CM405 Digital Communication Internship (3) and research enable professionals to create dynamic CM465 Digital Communication Professional messages with high impact. Practices (3) The major seeks to: Two (6 credits of) electives (Student can choose among • Build skills in writing, speaking, critical thinking, digital any Digital Communication course or any courses offered media technology, and visual literacy • Provide students with theoretical and technical in the concentration areas.) foundations that will guide future practice as the tools Concentration (12 credits) of digital communication evolve • Develop an ethical and socially responsible Students will choose one of three concentrations: digital understanding of communication and its impact production, digital journalism, or visual communication. • Provide students with research and inquiry skills This affords students flexibility to choose coursework in required to critically evaluate media messages their area of interest and allows them to develop their strengths in production, digital storytelling, or visual Program Student Learning Outcomes thinking. Digital production courses focus on developing Upon successful completion of the program of studies for technical skills in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, Digital Communication, the student will receive B.A. in and Audition. Digital journalism courses develop digital Digital Communication and will have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals. storytelling skills for use in journalism, public relations, and marketing. Visual communication courses provide • Access, analyze, evaluate, and produce media students opportunities to learn how to think creatively. content with the ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies. Digital Journalism Concentration (12 credits) • Gain specialized knowledge and skills in one of CM210/EN210 Writing for the Mass Media (3) or the following areas: digital production, digital CM230/EN230 Writing on the Web (3) journalism, or visual communication. CM213/EN213 News Writing & Reporting (3) • Act ethically and with social awareness within CM222/EN222 Digital News Editing (3) the profession of communication. CM302 Mass Media & Social Issues (3) • Conduct academic research and develop skills CM341/EN341 Public Relations Writing (3) or to critique media content. CM403 Digital Journalism (3) • Communicate effectively and use collaboration to be a contributing member of the profession and teams.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 175 Digital Production Concentration (12 credits) analyze, evaluate, interpret and create images. The AR113 Visual Thinking & Design (3) techniques, history, and interpretation of the conventions CM210/EN210 Writing for the Mass Media (3) or of visual culture across media content are discussed. CM230/EN230 Writing on the Web (3) Students create visual and digital images intended to CM225 Transmedia Storytelling (3) or CM310 Self & inform, persuade, and entertain.. Society in Virtual Contexts (3) CM210/EN210 Writing for the Mass Media 3 credits GD113 Computer Graphics (3) An introduction to the principles and techniques of writing GD226 Video & Sound Editing I (3) for various forms and genres of mass media: print, GD322 Web Design I (3) broadcast, electronic, news, advertising, public relations. Visual Communication Concentration (12 credits) Course includes discussion of readings, analysis of model AR111 Drawing I (3) writing, individual and collaborative writing projects, peer AR113 Visual Thinking & Design (3) editing and use of computers and technology. AR427 Advanced Studio I (with permission of Prerequisite: EN111 or equivalent or EN221. program director) (3) CM213/EN213 News Writing & Reporting 3 credits CM225 Transmedia Storytelling (3) or CM310 Self & Introduction to contemporary American journalism, Society in Virtual Contexts (3) combined with practical experience in basic newspaper CM302 Mass Media & Social Issues (3) writing and editing. Prerequisite: EN111 or EN221. GD220 Digital Photography (3) or AR422 Creative CM217 Media Production 3 credits Photography I (3) Introduction to digital video production and editing. Minor Sequence Course includes introduction to video production Students wishing to minor in Digital Communication techniques, concepts, and terminology. Practice with must complete a minimum of 18 credits, with at least camera operation, audio, basic script writing, location 9 credits taken at GCU. Minors are required to take the shoots, and post-production editing. following courses: CM220 Introduction to Public Relations 3 credits CM105 Presentation Skills (3) An introduction to the theory, concepts, and practice of CM113 Visual & Digital Literacy (3) public relations. Attention will be placed on the CM217 Media Production (3) understanding of public opinion, strategic planning, and CM305 Media Law & Ethics (3) the process of communication to achieve mutual COURSES understanding between an organization and its publics in today’s society. CM105 Presentation Skills 3 credits Students will learn the fundamentals of public speaking CM222/EN222 Digital News Editing 3 credits through lecture, assignment and practice. Students will Training in phases of editing and preparing newspaper have opportunity to increase their own self-confidence in copy and the writing of headlines. Covers local wire copy, their public speaking abilities and develop foundational assembling and shaping the various elements of a news skills for everyday and workplace communication. story, the requirements of newspaper style, and Emphasis will be placed on integration of multimedia, safeguards against errors. Prerequisite: CM213 or fundamental concepts in human communication, and instructor permission. voice training in order to enable students to make more CM225 Transmedia Storytelling 3 credits effective presentations. Transmedia storytelling uses multiple media platforms to tell CM110 Communication Revolutions 3 credits a narrative across time to engage specific audiences. This Advances in communication technologies create a tidal course considers essential elements of storytelling; how to wave of global change. This course addresses the design and actively participate across media platforms; benefits and consequences of technology on human essential elements of meta-narratives; and how to create an interaction within local and global communities. Students immersive and inter-active experience for audiences using will read, discuss, research, and write about various digital communication tools. Students actively engage and aspects of mass media. create visual and written content for on-line digital communities. Prerequisites: EN111 or EN221, and CM217, CM113 Visual & Digital Literacy 3 credits or permission of instructor. 4 hours studio. An introductory course in the foundational concepts of visual and digital literacy, students learn skills to critically

176 | Georgian Court University CM230/EN230 Writing on the Web 3 credits CM305 Media Law & Ethics 3 credits Focuses on writing about and for the Web. Read what An overview of media ethics and the principles of media sociologists, psychologists, educators, journalists, law as they apply to the work of media and authors, and others are writing about this topic. Compare communications professionals in a variety of fields. content, style, and design of print and Web publications. Examines the principles on which American law is based Learn the basics of writing Web text, collaborate on group and discusses the creation, interpretation and the role of assignments, and create text for Web pages. law, while analyzing ethical issues through case studies Prerequisite: EN111 or EN221. concerned with different media, including advertising, film, CM250 Interpersonal Communication 3 credits photojournalism, print and broadcast journalism, public Students will study, through the application of learned relations, television and the World Wide Web. Introduces theory, the principles of effective communication in one-to- a variety of key issues in media law and ethics and one relationships and in small groups. Topics may include demonstrates the complexities in reaching outcomes. active listening, self-concept, language coding, goal setting, Junior class standing or above. perception, empathy and nonverbal communication. CM308 Special Events 3 credits CM251 Intercultural Communication 3 credits Learn to plan and execute social events that reflect an An examination of different conceptualizations of culture organization’s image–from the initial invitation to on-site and the consequences of cross-cultural communication operations. Learn to apply the principles of public and interactions. Students will compare and contrast relations, as well as broader concepts related to proposal cultures in terms of values, thought patterns, and styles of writing, budgeting, and contracts, and other communication through a historical approach. Particular considerations such as location, transportation, and food attention will be paid to cross-cultural communication at and beverage selections. the interpersonal, intranational, and international levels. CM310 Self & Society in Virtual Contexts 3 credits CM252 Organizational Communication 3 credits This course explores what it means to have multiple, Provides thorough coverage of contemporary merging and liquid “identities” in an on- line community. communication theory and practice, and engages Course work will occur in a virtual environment and in students in real-world case studies to make material class where students create Avatars to interact with the practical and useful. Students will learn how globalization, instructor and each other. Questions of identity, selfhood, corporate misconduct, rapidly changing technology, and community, and privacy are addressed. Role-play worldwide political conditions have altered the ways in scenarios, discussions and readings will allow students to which people communicate and organize. evaluate the consequences of digital environments and their impact on self and society. Prerequisite: CM217 or CM299/EN299 Student Publications permission of instructor. 4 hours studio. Practicum–Editor 1–3 credits Students enrolled in Student Publications Practicum are CM341/EN341 Public Relations Writing 3 credits editorial staff members of The Lion’s Tale or Fountain This course provides an overview of the principles of Spray. Students will provide work assignments to student basic strategic communication decision-making, and staff members. Assignments may include the general applies these strategies and practices to the production of operation of the publication, layout and design, editing actual, effective communication messages for multiple and proofreading, news coverage or other items of audiences in a variety of formats. Writing assignments interest. The experience will be supervised by the may include: mission statements, fact sheets, publication faculty moderator in designing and evaluating backgrounders, press releases, feature stories, pitch the student’s experience. Minimum of 40 hours for each letters, brochures, newsletters and web messages. semester hour of credit. By arrangement with approval of Prerequisite: EN111 or EN221. faculty moderator. Repeatable up to 3 credits. Pass/Fail. CM350 Special Projects 3 credits CM302 Mass Media & Social Issues 3 credits Study of selected topics in print, broadcast and, electronic Studies the role of media in shaping or making social communications. Directed by a member of the department issues. Students are encouraged to enquire into the with approval of the chairperson. Time and credit hours to media/society relationship, to identify various theoretical be arranged. Offered on application. approaches to mass media in democratic society, and to CM401 Communication Theory & Research 3 credits analyze the ways in which democratic social movements Introduction to the use of the scientific method, various attempt to use media to popularize their cause. research approaches, and application of both qualitative

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 177 and quantitative methods applicable to the field of include blogs, video content, press releases, web communication. Junior class standing or above. development, news media coverage, digital images, social CM402 Public Relations Campaigns 3 credits media, and emerging technologies. Campaigns are An advanced course in public relations management designed and implemented based on the needs of the designed to develop a successful public relations client, student interest, and time constraints. Service campaign. The course reviews the step-by-step process Learning component. Prerequisites: CM105, CM110, of planning, implementation, and evaluation and applies CM113, CM217. 4 hours studio. the steps to an existing organization. Service Learning B.F.A. IN GRAPHIC DESIGN & MULTIMEDIA component. Prerequisite: CM341/EN341. Graphic Design & Multimedia students practice for the CM403 Digital Journalism 3 credits career of their dreams by investing in an intense major, The purpose of this course is to provide intermediate and which embraces the entire range of visual advanced training on multimedia journalism, especially communication. They study strategies of conceptual regarding the creation of new storytelling techniques problem solving, branding, marketing, video production developed on digital platforms. Besides this hands-on and editing, animation, Web design, interactivity, and game development, through a robust practical curriculum. training, the course will also examine the Digital Revolution By the end of their undergraduate studies, our students and the creation of a global Information Society, with a are thoroughly prepared to pursue any design-related special focus on the effects these phenomena are having vocation, or to opt for graduate level education. on the media in general, and on journalism in particular. With advanced hands-on practice and a thorough The class has two components: a seminar session, based understanding of the latest skills and concepts used in on lectures, readings, case studies and discussions about graphic design and multimedia, this program enables the ongoing transformations in the media and journalism students to become effective designers in print and environments; and a computer lab session dedicated to electronic media. Students engage in project-based hands-on experience with the development of multimedia learning and use type, images, and sequential art for print, web, video, interactive media, or digital arts. As part of their journalism projects for digital platforms. Prerequisites: cycle of courses, they learn how to create 2D and 3D CM213 and CM217 or permission of instructor. animations, computer games, and HTML and Flash 4 hours studio. websites. They use collaborative team building to foster CM405 Digital Communication Internship 1–3 credits communal learning, and through a variety of service learning and internship opportunities, they bridge Students work in a professional setting where they are classroom and professional practices. exposed to practical applications of their academic training. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 10 Two Concentrations hours a week in the workplace. Course descriptions are The B.F.A. in Graphic Design & Multimedia builds upon tailored to the student’s interests and the institution’s 24 credits of foundation courses for the first two years. specifications and must be approved by the program Students will take 30 credits of advanced courses in their director prior to class. Prerequisite: Senior status, junior and senior years and select a 12-credit enrollment and valid standing in communication major, concentration in either graphic design or multimedia. In and approval of program director. consultation with an advisor, each student will select 6 credits of electives in their areas of interest. To graduate CM445 Summer Internship 1 credit from this major, students will need a total of 72 credits. Student works on an Internship in the digital Minimum GPA Requirement communication discipline. The professional setting must meet the guidelines of the associated internship To be able to continue in the B.F.A. in Graphic Design & requirement of CM405 and be approved by the program Multimedia program, native students must obtain a major director prior to class. It can be taken alone or in GPA of 3.0 or above upon the completion of the first 24 credits of the program’s foundation courses. For combination with CM405 in the fall semester. Offered only transfer students to this B.F.A. program, a major GPA of in Summer Session. 3.0 or above must be attained after the first 12 credits CM465 Digital Communication Professional taken at GCU from among the foundation or advanced Practices 3 credits courses required in the program. A capstone course for graduating Seniors, students will Students who do not meet the minimum major GPA have the opportunity to create a digital communication requirement for the B.F.A. program will be encouraged to campaign for a community organization or individual. transfer their credits to the B.A. in Digital Design program. Media technologies used to implement the campaign may

178 | Georgian Court University Program Student Learning Outcomes B.A. IN DIGITAL DESIGN

Upon completion of the Digital Design and Graphic Students earning a B.A. in Digital Design will take courses in digital design for print and Web applications, Design and Multimedia degree programs, students will 2D and 3D animation, and video production for a total of have given evidence of the following outcomes and goals: 45 credits. • Demonstrate a global view of design theory and history • Demonstrate a personal style through the application Major Sequence of theory and practice GD111 Introduction to Design • Be fluent and flexible in designing for print and GD112 Drawing for Designers electronic media GD113 Computer Graphics • Demonstrate understanding of the requirements of GD114 Graphic Design I professional practice and the necessary skills to join GD213 Designing with Type the design and multimedia design community GD214 Graphic Design II GD220/AR224 Digital Photography Major Sequence GD226 Video & Sound Editing I GD314 Graphic Design III, OR MM326 Video & Foundation Courses Required by All Sound Editing II, OR GD111 Introduction to Design GD430 Professional Practices GD112 Drawing for Designers GD322 Web Design I AR118 Western Art History GD324 Editorial Design & Book Illustration, OR GD113 Computer Graphics GD225 Packaging & Pattern Design GD114 Graphic Design I GD327 2D Animation I GD212 Illustration for Designers GD328 3D Animation I GD213 Designing with Type GD422 Web Design II GD220 Digital Photography AR220 Modern Art Advanced Courses Required by All MINOR IN GRAPHIC DESIGN GD226 Video & Sound Editing I GD322 Web Design I The graphic design minor consists of six core courses from the B.F.A. in Graphic Design & Multimedia. It can be GD327 2D Animation I taken by any major. This is an 18-credit minor that GD328 3D Animation I enables students to gain knowledge and hands-on AR220 Modern Art experience in graphic and Web design. GD422 Web Design II GD428 3D Animation II Minor Sequence GD429 Internship GD113 Computer Graphics GD430 Professional Practices GD114 Graphic Design I GD/MM440, 441 Special Topics I, II GD214 Graphic Design II GD322 Web Design I Graphic Design Concentration GD324 Editorial Design & Book Illustration GD214 Graphic Design II GD422 Web Design II GD225 Packaging & Pattern Design GD314 Graphic Design III COURSES GD324 Editorial Design & Book Illustration GD111 Introduction to Design 3 credits Study visual arts and design with a focus on Multimedia Concentration understanding the elements and principles of layout and MM214 Multimedia & 2D Interactivity composition. Gain an overview of graphic design, MM314 Game Design & 3D Interactivity I multimedia, and technology through a survey of graphic MM326 Video & Sound Editing II design history as it relates to design practices. Get MM429 3D Animation III hands-on practice through projects and applications. 4 hours studio. Electives GD/MM445, 446 Advanced Studio I, II GD112 Drawing for Designers 3 credits This course will explore the role of drawing as a basic tool for designers. Emphasis will be on creative ideation,

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 179 problem solving, notation, documentation of empirical GD225 Packaging & Pattern Design 3 credits observations and creative imaging. Students will develop In this course, students will learn how to design three important skills as they become fluent and flexible dimensional packages for a wide variety of projects. In visualizers through traditional and nontraditional drawing parallel, they will use elements of form, text, color, texture, techniques. 4 hours studio. and pattern, including geometrical repeats to create GD113 Computer Graphics 3 credits attractive layouts and labels for packages, making products Use of the Macintosh computer laboratory to develop stand out on a store’s crowded shelf. Various craft expertise in Adobe Creative Suite with emphasis on the techniques as well as Adobe Creative Suite are used in a integration of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, studio environment. Prerequisite: GD114. 4 hours studio. combined with scanning and printing applications for print GD226 Video & Sound Editing I 3 credits and Web media. Design a variety of projects Learn to manipulate video and sound and consistently demonstrating acquisition of professional-level skills. This synchronize the two. Using Apple Final Cut Pro, learn the course serves as a foundation for graphic design & skills necessary to edit video clips for commercial, multimedia, and art majors and is applicable to narrative, or experimental projects. Gain a thorough communication majors and other disciplines. understanding of the role of editor, beginning with a GD114 Graphic Design I 3 credits detailed analysis of each assignment. Capture, edit, and Explore visual problem solving using symbols and images modify high-definition video to create short exercises and to communicate concepts and ideas. Introduction to achieve a final 10-minute captivating video clip. Review Adobe InDesign. Emphasis on conceptual development camera techniques and lighting, as well as various editing using traditional and computer visualization skills applied techniques and effects. Use Apple Soundtrack Pro to edit to print and Web. Prerequisite: GD113. 4 hours studio. sound clips and use them in conjunction with video clips. Prerequisites: GD113. 4 hours studio. GD212 Illustration for Designers 3 credits This course addresses practical illustration and innovative GD314 Graphic Design III 3 credits manual and digital drawing skills to explore unique This course communicates advanced solutions in print, approaches to creative design in various materials and packaging, motion, Web, interactivity, 3D animation, techniques. Assignments equally emphasize traditional video, and product marketing. Graphic Design III is a and electronic methods of illustration, and explore platform for the evolution and refinement of information different approaches to creating artworks for print and conveyed in Graphic Design I and II, as well as other electronic media. Areas of application include but are not practices in the field. Increasingly complex projects will limited to conceptual art, editorial illustration, serial art, allow students to employ more sophisticated methods of narratives, websites, animation, character development, research, thinking, and manifestation of assignment storyboarding, comics, books, and advertising. deliverables. Student-generated projects aligned to their Prerequisites: GD112, GD113. 4 hours studio. individual interests or in collaboration with work in other classes are encouraged. Based on a theme given by the GD213 Designing with Type 3 credits instructor or chosen by the students, they must develop Examine the principles of typography through a series of their own content and generate their own workflow, to structured investigations. Emphasis on basic letterforms achieve outstanding marketing results, by making use of and the origins and use of typography. Computer used for their capacities of decision making to the highest extent. finished projects. Prerequisite GD114. 4 hours studio. Prerequisite: GD214. 4 hours studio. GD214 Graphic Design II 3 credits GD322 Web Design I 3 credits Explore advanced problems in layout and design. Introduction to Web design and development using HTML Application to related areas such as corporate identity, and Adobe Dreamweaver. Students will learn how to package design, branding, typology and marketing. create a fully functional interactive Web site through Emphasis on execution, production, and industry concrete understanding of the HTML scripting language standards. Use of Adobe Creative Suite. Prerequisite: as well as the use of the Dreamweaver Web design GD114. 4 hours studio. software. In addition, principles and methods of Web GD220 Digital Photography 3 credits interface design and navigation, flowchart creation, file Study the operation and use of professional digital organization, and image editing for the Web will be cameras. Review effective use and control of both natural explored. Prerequisite: GD113. 4 hours studio. and artificial light; basic flash techniques, and image editing with Adobe Photoshop. 4 hours studio. 180 | Georgian Court University GD324 Editorial Design & Book Illustration 3 credits GD430 Professional Practices 3 credits Study the methods and techniques involved in magazine A capstone course taken in the last year of the and book design and in illustration. Design for all B.F.A./B.A. in Graphic Design and Multimedia. Gain a elements of project, from jacket illustration to choice of pragmatic understanding of professional practices, type and layout of contents. Projects selected: Zines and including portfolio preparation, production methods and Graphic novels to technical, high fashion, and juvenile presentation techniques. Design projects to implement books and magazines. Learn to use desktop publishing strategies of branding and visual communication, and software as a graphic design tool. Prerequisites: GD114. skills in print and Web media. Prepare for the final Senior 4 hours studio. Portfolio Presentation required of all B.F.A. candidates. GD327 2D Animation I 3 credits GD445 Summer Internship 1 credit Get hands-on practice, technical skills, and theoretical Student works on an Internship in the graphic design knowledge in creating two dimensional animations. discipline. The professional setting must meet the Introduces the process of storyboarding to visualize ideas guidelines of the associated internship requirement of on paper. Work in Adobe Aftereffects to create appropriate GD429 and be approved by the program director prior to key frames and in-between frames to finalize a frame-by- class. It can be taken alone or in combination with GD429 frame animation. Explore concepts of timing, spacing, in the fall semester. Offered only in Summer Session. composition, and easing, as well as various special effects GD/MM440, 441 Special Topics 3–6 credits and rendering techniques. Prerequisites: GD111 or Study of selected topics in print, Web, and multimedia GD112, GD113, or CM290. technologies. Topics will be relevant to current issues in GD328 3D Animation I 3 credits concept and practice, and help students gain a broader Investigate the fundamentals of creating three analytical perspective of the field. Guided by a member of dimensional digital models and animating models in a the department, student will work on a jointly selected major three dimensional virtual space through practical project. Maximum of 6 credits. With the approval of advisor. application and theoretical discussion Learn and apply GD/MM445/446 Advanced Studio 3–6 credits the principles of polygonal and NURBS modeling, Advanced study in an area that student has previously texturing, timing, pacing, lighting, particle systems, and taken from the list of graphic design and multimedia rendering. Software used: Autodesk Maya. Prerequisites: courses. With the approval of the instructor, student GD113. 4 hours studio. should plan to meet with the regularly scheduled course GD422 Web Design II 3 credits in that area or by arrangement. Maximum of 6 credits. This course focuses on techniques of animation and With the approval of advisor. interactivity for the Web. Students will work with Adobe MM214 Multimedia & 2D Interactivity 3 credits Flash to combine text, images, animations, video clips, A studio class that introduces the techniques and and sound clips to create an intriguing interactive game concepts of interactive design. Learn to transfer graphics as well as a comprehensive animated website. into 2D space, time, and interaction. Combine graphic Prerequisite: GD322. 4 hours studio. elements, video, and sound to create a two-dimensional GD428 3D Animation II 3 credits interactive application. Using Adobe Director, learn the Building on the skills acquired in 3D Animation I, gain a foundations of interface design and how to build an more in-depth knowledge of the terminology, interactive promotional CD, DVD, or kiosk that requires development tools, and advanced skills necessary to user involvement while being visually distinctive and create sophisticated 3D animations. Emphasis on 3D engaging. Explore methods of usability and character modeling and animation. Explore techniques of communication in a non-linear interactive environment. rigging and kinematics, as well as multiple complex Prerequisites: GD113. 4 hours studio. animation methods. Software used: Autodesk Maya and MM326 Video & Sound Editing II 3 credits Autodesk Mudbox. Prerequisite: GD328. 4 hours studio. Building on skills learned in Video and Sound Editing I, GD429 Internship 3–4 credits advanced video and sound editing is tailored to the Work in an ad agency, museum, or other appropriate individual student’s projects and areas of interest. The professional situation. A weekly record of student instructor and student collaborate to set goals for the accomplishment is required, as well as scheduled semester’s work. Progress is monitored weekly with meetings with advisor. Open to senior and junior art screenings and class critique and discussions. Emphasis majors. 120 hours for 3 credits; 140 hours for 4 credits. on the creative aspects of dramatic editing. Collaborate

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 181 closely with the instructor to build a comprehensive other departments, evaluating employee performance, understanding of the post production process. educating staff and ancillary departments to assure Prerequisite: GD226. 4 hours studio. quality information, and serving on important committees. MM314 Game Design & 3D Interactivity I 3 credits This is a joint-degree program with Rutgers University. Upon successful completion of the coursework at Building on skills learned in 3D Animation I and a Georgian Court University and Rutgers University, the familiarity with the concepts and techniques of low- student is awarded the B.S. in Health Information polygon modeling, learn to create and modify real-time Management degree jointly. Rutgers University’s Health 3D game objects and environments, using custom low- Information Management program is accredited by the poly models and textures. During the first half of the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and semester, create the 3D models, textures, and Information Management Education Programs (CAHIM). Upon completion of course requirements, the graduate is environments required to develop a short video game. In eligible to apply to the national registry exam. A passing the second half, apply interactive functions and physics to grade on the examination establishes the graduate as a models and finalize the game to create an engaging user Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). experience, based on play testing, in-class discussions, and critiques. Prerequisite: GD328. 4 hours studio. Major Sequence During the first two years, the student completes the GCU MM429 3D Animation III 3 credits General Education requirements and prerequisite courses An advanced course in 3D animation and modeling with for Rutgers University. GCU courses required as Maya. Students should have already taken 3D Animation 2 prerequisites for the Rutgers University portion of the and have started working on an animated short prior to program include BI213, BI214, MA103, MA109, AC171, class. Refine character animation skills to execute an BU213, and at least 4 to 6 credits of computer science outstanding project for a reel. Emphasis on splines, posing, courses, which may be chosen from among CS105, timing, weight, anticipation, squash and stretch, CS111, CS123, IS223, IS224, IS320, or a higher level CS or IS course. Students must earn at least a C in each of overlapping action, and staging. Students will also acquire the prerequisite courses and have an overall GPA of at a more in-depth knowledge of the post-treatment process least 2.75 to be eligible for admission to Rutgers of 3D rendering. Prerequisite: GD428. 4 hours studio. University (requirements subject to change). In the fall of the sophomore year, or by the deadline specified by Rutgers University, the student applies to the Rutgers University’s School of Health Professions B.S. in Health Information Management program. Admission is HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT competitive and is not guaranteed. All Georgian Court General Education requirements and the prerequisite The B.S. in Health Information Management provides courses for the Rutgers University program must be students with the knowledge, values, and skills for completed prior to enrolling at Rutgers University, except successful careers as health information managers, those for Georgian Court University’s second experiential members of health care teams who are responsible for learning requirement, which can be fulfilled by management of health information systems consistent professional practice experiences that are part of the with medical, administrative, ethical, and legal Rutgers University phase of the program. Students requirements. Career opportunities in health information admitted to Rutgers University spend the fall and spring now extend well beyond the health information semesters of the junior and senior year taking the department and the acute care facility. Professionals with 61 credits of health information management courses technical expertise, problem solving skills, knowledge of shown below (curriculum subject to change; consult the clinical medicine and superior communication skills are Rutgers University Web site at needed to ensure quality health care documentation, http://shp.rutgers.edu/affiliates/georgiancourt.html for protect patient confidentiality, and develop and maintain current curriculum) at Rutgers University’s School of the electronic health record. The need for accurate and Health Professions campus in Newark. Rutgers University up-to-date health records is not confined to health care HIM courses may be offered only in online mode. facilities. These professionals are employed by managed care organizations, insurance companies, law firms, Professional Courses to be taken at Rutgers University physician offices, consulting firms, software companies 1st Fall Semester and the pharmaceutical industry. For those interested in BINF3000 Introduction to Health Care (1) the more traditional role, health information professionals BINF3010 Medical Terminology (3) continue to be employed as department managers in BINF3411 Disease Pathology I (3) hospital centers. In this position, the major areas of BINF3126 Health Record Data Management I (3) responsibility include: determining health information BINF4311 Electronic Health Records (3) policies, planning, budgeting, acting as a liaison with

182 | Georgian Court University 1st Spring Semester BINF3412 Disease Pathology II (3) BINF3127 Health Record Data Management II (3) BINF3311 Introduction to Coding (3) BINF3301 Classification & Reimb Systems (3) 1st Summer Session BINF3110 Legal Aspects of Health Information (3) BINF4000 Essentials of Informatics in Health Care (3) 2nd Fall Semester IDST3510 Principles of Scientific Inquiry (3) BINF4200 Financial Concepts for HIM BINF4310 Performance Improvement (3) IDST4300 Human Resources Management (3) HIM Elective (3 or 4) 2nd Spring Semester BINF4220 Guided Research & Statistics for HIM (3) BINF4305 Health Information Services Administration (3) HIM Elective (2 or 3) BINF4500 HIM Competency Review (3) BINF4619 Management Affiliation (Daytime) (3)

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 183 IX: SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Preparing to Become a Teacher at Georgian Court Teaching is one of the most personally satisfying Mission professions. Where else can you open eyes and minds to the wonders of the world, continually enrich your own The School of Education is a values-driven graduate and knowledge, and help children and young adults develop undergraduate learning community that inspires intentional the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in life? excellence and prepares caring, competent, and qualified Teaching is also a challenging profession. The fast pace educators for service in P–12 schools as teachers, and knowledge demands of 21st-century life, changing educational service providers, and administrators. demographics, and teachers’ increasing accountability for Our academic programs integrate theory and best results make choosing a teacher preparation program even practice. They provide educators the knowledge and skill more important to a teacher’s long-term career success. base to enable all P–12 students to achieve academic Georgian Court’s undergraduate teacher education and personal goals according to their potential and to live, programs are designed to equip aspiring teachers with work, and succeed in an ever-changing and increasingly everything they need to become caring, competent diverse, global, and technology-mediated society. and qualified teachers. Our programs integrate four Our scholarship, service, and collaborative efforts seek to key components: improve teaching and learning. • acquiring and applying content knowledge; Revised and Adopted August 21, 2007. • focusing on the learner and learning environment; • using effective instructional practices; and Program Student Learning Goals • developing as a professional. Upon completion of our educator preparation programs, Individuals who want to pursue teaching as a career at candidates will: Georgian Court begin by building a foundation with • Acquire the content knowledge they intend to teach courses in a rigorous general education core curriculum • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the (See Core Curriculum in the front section of this catalog) characteristics of diverse learners and by developing expertise in a content area through a • Apply pedagogical knowledge to create effective major approved for teacher preparation. learning environments that are responsive to the For those planning to become early childhood educators needs of all learners in grades preschool to three (P–3) or elementary teachers • Demonstrate caring, reflective practice for grades kindergarten through six (K–6), the majors include: art, biology, chemistry, English, history, Faculty Commitments interdisciplinary studies, mathematics, natural sciences, psychology, or Spanish. For those planning to become The faculty of the School of Education high school/K–12 teachers of a specific subject, majors • Recognize that each student has the capacity for include: art, biology, chemistry, English, history, significant personal and professional growth. mathematics, Spanish. • Accept responsibility to nurture students’ desires and The first step toward becoming a teacher candidate at abilities to become exemplary and leading GCU is admission to the university and taking required practitioners in the field of education. courses in the core curriculum and in an education- appropriate major. During freshman year at Georgian • Appreciate the multicultural dimensions of an ever- Court, students are advised primarily by faculty members changing society and a celebration of its diversity. in their liberal arts or science major. However, it is • Appreciate, understand and value community important that they attend a teacher education information partnerships for professional development and service. session freshman year to understand the state • Implement a theory-into-practice framework through certification requirements and GCU requirements that technology-enriched, field-based experiences. affect course selection and timely progress toward graduation and certification. • Engage in the scholarship of discovery, integration, application, and teaching within an environment that During the first semester of sophomore year, “Pre- encourages creativity, leadership, and diversity. Education” students must meet with the teacher education student admissions and assessment • Are committed to continuous School of Education coordinator to begin an "education" application that improvement and faculty development. includes a review of academic progress (number of credits, general education requirements, pre-education courses, and GPA), submission of test scores as evidence of basic skills achievement, two completed SOE recommendation forms (available on GCU Web site) and a group interview. Students who are accepted to the

184 | Georgian Court University School of Education will be admitted as Education disciplines reflected in the certification, and (2) achieving a students and will be assigned education advisors. passing score on edTPA, the New Jersey Department of Maintenance of a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (minimum) is Education mandated performance assessment. required to remain in the program. Admission Requirements for Teacher Education The teacher education program concentrates on developing teacher candidates’ professional knowledge and skills and Candidates seeking to be admitted to a teacher education provides clinical experience and clinical practice in planning program as an education major in the School of instruction and working with students in inclusive settings. Education must first be admitted to Georgian Court and be in good academic standing. In addition, the applicant Achieving a passing score on required Praxis II must submit evidence of: examinations and successful completion of professional content courses, including clinical experiences, are among • Passing scores on Praxis Core (Reading, Writing, the criteria used to determine candidates’ readiness for full and Math) examination or Commissioner-approved time clinical practice. Candidates who have not passed Basic Skills examination (Note: This requirement is their required Praxis II exams by the date due will not be waived for students who provide documentation of a permitted to begin full time clinical practice. score on the SAT, ACT, or GRE at or above the cut Clinical Practice consists of two consecutive semesters of score for the year in which they took the exam); fieldwork, the first consisting of part-time (90 hours) • An earned cumulative grade point average of at practice and the second semester including 15 weeks of least 3.00; full-time clinical practice in which teacher candidates gradually assume the responsibility for teaching. • Two recommendations from education professors, as Placements for Clinical Practice are made by the director indicated by the completed SOE recommendation of field experience in collaboration with school district form (available on GCU Web site); administrators to assure an appropriate match between • Group interview; the candidate and setting. Note: Beginning Fall 2018, • Successful completion of the following two pre- the first semester of Clinical Practice will increase education courses: Ethics and Foundations of from 90 to 175 hours. Inclusive Education and Introduction to Inclusive Inclusive Design for Professional Education Education are required prior to being accepted into the Preparing candidates to teach or work effectively with “all School of Education Teacher Preparation Program; students” is a common element of schools of education • Completion of (or nearing completion of) 60 credits in mission statements. At Georgian Court University, we the arts and sciences, including a substantial portion take this statement seriously. We believe that all students of the core curriculum, initial courses in an education- have a right to quality education; that all students are relevant major, and specific courses required for capable of learning, and that all students learn best in individual certifications; and classrooms that reflect the social, ethnic, racial, religious, • If applicant is a non-native English speaker, then a and ability dimensions represented in our society. As a result, all of GCU’s teacher education programs integrate rating of Advanced High on the Oral Proficiency the knowledge and skills needed for teaching in general Interview is also required. education and special education. Consequently, all of GCU’s pre-service teacher education programs lead to Undergraduate Teacher Education Programs eligibility for general education instructional certificates The School of Education offers the following (such as Early Childhood Teacher, Elementary Teacher, undergraduate teacher education programs, each leading or Teacher of Mathematics) and endorsement as a to a certificate of eligibility with advanced standing and Teacher of Students with Disabilities. endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities: This dual certification gives GCU graduates flexibility in • Inclusive Early Childhood Education (P–3) and accepting teaching positions: they meet the “highly Teacher of Students with Disabilities qualified” criteria to teach in general education, inclusive • Elementary Education K–6 and Teacher of Students classrooms, and in special education settings. GCU’s with Disabilities teacher education programs are aligned with the New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers and Interstate • Teacher of a Specific Subject Grades K–12 and Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium standards. Teacher of Students with Disabilities By the time they have completed their programs, GCU teacher candidates are able to present evidence in an When reviewing academic programs and courses, electronic portfolio on Taskstream that they have achieved please note the following standard conventions in all standards. Two additional criteria for certification use throughout the catalog: eligibility are (1) achieving a passing score on the Praxis II • A number in parentheses [i.e., (3), (12), (36)] refers to exams, the state’s mandated certification tests in the number of credits.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 185 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (P–3) & TEACHER ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Inclusive Education OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ED3201 Assessment & Instructional Planning for Students with Special Needs This program prepares teachers to provide instruction in all subjects in general, inclusive, and special education EE3303 Language & Literacy Development in settings from preschool through grade three. Candidates Inclusive Early Childhood Education may earn a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree— EE3304 Mathematics, Science & Technology in depending on the content major pursued—eligibility for Inclusive Early Childhood Education New Jersey certification as an Early Childhood P–3 EE3305 Family, Community & the Young Child Teacher, and endorsement as a Teacher of Students with ED4213 Co-Planning & Co-Teaching for Inclusive Disabilities in grades Preschool–3. Education (includes 90-hour field experience) Requirements EE3306 EC Clinical Practice (15 weeks full-time • Completion of prerequisite courses; clinical practice, 12 credits) Behavioral/Social Sciences: child development (3) *Praxis Exams Early Childhood Teacher candidates are and educational psychology (3); required to pass the applicable Praxis II examination Core Teaching Content: children’s literature (3), Early Childhood Content prior to approval for clinical U.S. history (3), advanced writing (3) mathematics practice. For fall clinical practice passing scores must be (6), science (6–8), art (3), and geography (3); submitted by July 15; for spring clinical practice they • Progress toward a major in: art, biology, chemistry, must be submitted by December 15. English, history, interdisciplinary studies, mathematics, †Physiology & Hygiene New Jersey Department of natural science, psychology, or Spanish; Education regulations require all applicants for • Completion of the 39-credit Inclusive Early Childhood instructional certification to pass an examination in physiology and hygiene, including the effects of Education component; narcotics and alcohol. Candidates in this program are • Passing score on the Praxis II examination in Early required to take and pass the GCU exam in this area Childhood Content; Note: for fall clinical practice prior to clinical practice. passing scores must be submitted by July 15, for Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB) New spring clinical practice they must be submitted by Jersey Department of Education regulations require December 15; training related to harassment, intimidation, and bullying. • Passing score on the GCU Physiology and Hygiene test; Candidates must provide evidence of successful • Evidence of satisfactory completion of a GCU- completion of a GCU-approved HIB training program. approved training program on harassment, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION K–6 & TEACHER OF intimidation, and bullying (HIB); STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES • Satisfactory ratings in clinical practice including recommendation for certification; This program prepares teachers to provide instruction in all subjects in general, inclusive, and/or special education • Satisfactory rating on candidate’s Taskstream settings in kindergarten through grade six. Candidates professional portfolio demonstrating how candidate may earn a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree, eligibility meets New Jersey Professional Teaching for New Jersey certification in Elementary Education K–6, Standards; and and Teacher of Students with Disabilities. • Passing score on the edTPA, the NJDOE-mandated Requirements include performance assessment. • Completion of prerequisite courses; Note: Beginning Fall 2018, the first semester of clinical Behavioral/Social Sciences: child development (3) practice will increase from 90 to 175 hours. and educational psychology (3); *Maintenance of a minimum cumulative grade point Teaching Content: American literature (3), U.S. average of 3.0 is required to remain in the program. history (3), advanced writing (3), mathematics (6), science (6–8), and geography (3); † Professional Education Courses (39)* • Progress toward a 30-credit major in art, biology, ED3100 Instructional Technology for Inclusive Education chemistry, English, history, interdisciplinary studies, EE3301 Growth, Development & Learning in Inclusive mathematics, natural science, psychology, or Spanish; Early Childhood Education • Completion of the 39-credit Elementary EE3302 Inclusive Early Childhood Curriculum & Education component; Assessment (includes 60-hour • Passing score on the Praxis II examination in clinical experience) Elementary Education (Multiple Subjects); note: for

186 | Georgian Court University fall clinical practice passing scores must be submitted Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB) New by July 15, for spring clinical practice they must be Jersey Department of Education regulations require submitted by December 15; training related to harassment, intimidation, and bullying. • Passing score on the GCU Physiology and Hygiene test; Candidates must provide evidence of successful completion of a GCU-approved HIB training program. • Evidence of satisfactory completion of a GCU- approved training program on harassment, TEACHER OF A SPECIFIC SUBJECT K–12 & intimidation, and bullying (HIB); TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES • Satisfactory ratings in clinical practice including This program prepares teachers to provide instruction in a recommendation for certification; single subject area in general, inclusive, and/or special • Satisfactory rating on candidate’s Taskstream education settings kindergarten through grade 12. Most professional portfolio demonstrating how candidate graduates become secondary school teachers of art, meets New Jersey Professional Teaching biology, chemistry, English, history, mathematics, or Standards; and Spanish. It leads to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and eligibility for New Jersey certification  Passing score on the edTPA, the NJDOE-mandated in Teacher of a Specific Subject [art, biology, chemistry, performance assessment. English, social studies, mathematics, or Spanish] and Note: Beginning Fall 2018, the first semester of clinical Teacher of Students with Disabilities. practice will increase from 90 to 175 hours. Requirements *Maintenance of a minimum cumulative grade point • Completion of prerequisite courses: average of 3.0 is required to remain in the program. Behavioral/Social Sciences: adolescent development (3) and educational psychology (3); † Professional Education Courses (39)* General Content: advanced writing (3) ED3100 Instructional Technology for Inclusive Education • A liberal arts major in the area of anticipated ED3105 Introduction to Inclusive Education (includes certification including not less than 12 credits at the 60-hour clinical experience) 300 and 400 level. Note: Additional NJDOE ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Inclusive Education requirements apply to specific majors. (Social studies ED3115 Instructional Design for Inclusive Social requires 15 credits in history within the 30-credit Studies Education major to include a minimum of 3 credits in U.S. ED3201 Assessment & Instructional Planning for history and 3 credits in world history; Spanish Students with Special Needs requires 3 credits in second language acquisition and ED3205 Instruction in English Language Arts & Literacy methodologies. SP361 Current Trends in World in the Inclusive Elementary Classroom Language Education is acceptable for this purpose. ED3220 Mathematics & Science Instruction for • Completion of the 39-credit Specific Subject Inclusive Education Education component; ED3206 Instruction in Literacy/Social Studies for the • Passing score on the appropriate Praxis II Inclusive Elementary Classroom examination; note: for fall clinical practice passing ED4213 Co-Planning & Co-Teaching for Inclusive scores must be submitted by July 15, for spring Education (includes 90-hour field experience) clinical practice they must be submitted by ED4301 Clinical Practice (15 weeks clinical practice, December 15; 12 credits) • Passing score on the GCU Physiology and Hygiene test; *Praxis Exams Elementary Teacher candidates are • Evidence of satisfactory completion of a GCU- required to pass the applicable Praxis II exam prior to approved training program on harassment, student teaching: Elementary Education Multiple intimidation, and bullying (HIB); Subjects. For fall clinical practice passing scores must • Satisfactory ratings in clinical practice including be submitted by July 15; for spring clinical practice they must be submitted by December 15. recommendation for certification; • Satisfactory rating on candidate’s Taskstream †Physiology & Hygiene New Jersey Department of professional portfolio demonstrating how candidate Education regulations require all applicants for instructional certification to pass an examination in meets New Jersey Professional Teaching physiology and hygiene, including the effects of Standards; and narcotics and alcohol. Candidates in this program are • Passing score on the edTPA, the NJDOE-mandated required to take and pass the GCU exam in this area performance assessment. prior to clinical practice.

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 187 Note: Beginning Fall 2018, the first semester of clinical (InTASC) standards. It leads to eligibility for endorsement practice will increase from 90 to 175 hours. to a New Jersey instructional certification as a Teacher of English as a Second Language. *Maintenance of a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is required to remain in the program. In addition to meeting the admissions requirements for teacher education and coursework for the early Professional Education Courses (39) childhood, elementary, or secondary education program, candidates seeking to qualify for ESL certification must ED3100 Instructional Technology for Inclusive Education complete the following five additional courses (15 credits): ED3105 Introduction to Inclusive Education (includes BE3101 Foundations of Dual Language Education 60 hr. clinical experience) BE3102 Theory & Practice of Teaching the English ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Inclusive Education Language Learner ED3120 Instructional Design for Inclusive BE3103 Language & Culture Secondary Education BE3203 Elements of Teaching English as a Second ED3201 Assessment & Instructional Planning for Language Students with Special Needs BE3204 Developing Literacy Skills for Second ED3215 Secondary Subject Instruction in Language Learners Inclusive Education ED3210 Instruction in Literacy for Inclusive Secondary CLINICAL EXPERIENCE & CLINICAL PRACTICE Education I ED4211 Instruction in Literacy for Inclusive Secondary Georgian Court’s teacher education programs provide the teacher candidate ample opportunity to develop not only Education II theoretical knowledge about teaching and learning in ED4213 Co-Planning & Co-Teaching for Inclusive general, inclusive, and special education, but the practical Education (includes 90-hour field experience) skills needed to plan instruction for a diverse group of ED4301 Clinical Practice (15 weeks clinical practice, students, manage classroom behaviors, work with other 12 credits) school professionals, understand the culture of schools, and interact positively with parents and other caregivers. *Praxis Exams Elementary Teacher candidates are The programs include a 60-hour clinical experience, a 90- required to pass the applicable Praxis II exam prior to hour field experience and a 15-week full-time clinical clinical practice: Elementary Education Multiple practice inclusive setting. Subjects. For fall clinical practice passing scores must be submitted by July 15; for spring clinical practice they The 60-hour clinical experience occurs early in the must be submitted by December 15. program as a requirement in EE3302 Inclusive Early Childhood Curriculum and Assessment for Early † Physiology & Hygiene New Jersey Department of Childhood candidates and in ED3105 Introduction to Education regulations require all applicants for Inclusive Education for all Elementary K–6 or Specific instructional certification to pass an examination in Subject K–12 candidates. One of its chief goals is to give physiology and hygiene, including the effects of pre-education students the opportunity to observe narcotics and alcohol. Candidates in this program are teachers and students, and link theoretical knowledge to required to take and pass the GCU exam in this area practice. Pre-Education students must get an Approval for prior to clinical practice. a Restricted Course form signed and submit it with their Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB) New completed 60-hour Field Placement applications to the Jersey Department of Education regulations require Director of Field Experience by June 1 for fall placements training related to harassment, intimidation, and bullying. or by December 1 for spring placements. The Restricted Candidates must provide evidence of successful Course form is approved if Pre-Education students have completion of a GCU-approved HIB training program. met the criteria for progress in their programs and have been admitted to the School of Education as Pre- ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) PROGRAM Education students. The English as a Second Language (ESL) program Typical assignments in the 60-hour clinical experience prepares teachers to provide instruction in English to include working with an individual or small group of students whose native language is not English and to children, assisting the teacher with routine classroom support these English language learners in mastering the tasks, reading to children, and assisting students with in- content designated in the New Jersey Core Curriculum class assignments. At the end of the clinical experience, State Standards. The ESL program reflects the national cooperating teachers submit signed logs of the Pre- Teachers of English to Speakers of other Languages Education students’ hours in the field as well as evaluation (TESOL) standards, New Jersey Professional Standards forms and recommendations. Faculty members who teach for Teachers (NJPST) and Interstate Teacher EE3302 Inclusive Early Childhood Curriculum and Assessment and Support Consortium standards Assessment or ED3105 Introduction to Inclusive Education

188 | Georgian Court University include this input in determining grades for the course. Pre- not made until after grades, Praxis II results, and Education students’ academic records are reviewed by the recommendations are submitted at the end of the teacher education student admissions and assessment semester before Clinical Practice. coordinator after the course is completed and, if all criteria To be approved for Clinical Practice, candidates must have are met, students are formally accepted into the School of an earned cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, Education. This allows candidates to move forward in their passed the requisite Praxis II exams, passed the GCU programs and take the more advanced professional P&H test, successfully completed an approved HIB training courses. Note: Teacher Education transfer students should program and completed all other prerequisite and program apply for the 60-hour experience in their first semester at courses. During Clinical Practice, the teacher candidate is GCU, so they will be able to complete this experience in supported by the cooperating teacher and a GCU clinical their second semester. supervisor. The clinical supervisor visits the candidate The 90-hour clinical practice experience is a requirement seven times on alternate weeks during the 15-week in ED4213 Co-Planning & Co-Teaching for Inclusive placement period. The first visit serves as an orientation Education and occurs near the end of program and is the and review of the placement during which the clinical last pedagogical (methods) course to be completed supervisor meets with the candidate, the cooperating before full time clinical practice. (Note: Beginning Fall teacher and principal and reviews Georgian Court’s 2018, the first semester of clinical practice will requirements and policies and establishes accord increase from 90 to 175 hours.) The application for fall regarding expectations. During the remaining six visits the 90-hour placements is due by March 1 and for spring 90- clinical supervisor observes the candidate’s teaching and hour placements by October 1. The 90-hour field confers with the candidate and cooperating teacher. This experience allows teacher candidates to integrate all they clinical triad develops a strong relationship focused on have learned in their coursework in the preparation and developing the pedagogical and professional skills of the teaching lessons. A GCU clinical supervisor and a candidate. Clinical Practice is evaluated seven times by carefully selected cooperating teacher work with the the clinical supervisor and generally documents the candidates to support their preparation for clinical practice candidate’s development and improvement over time. In responsibilities. The first part of the field experience is addition, the cooperating teacher evaluates the candidate’s used by teacher candidates to develop their expertise and teaching three times: the first lesson taught, for immediate gain some confidence in their teaching abilities. The GCU feedback and to alert the candidate of areas of strengths clinical supervisor observes candidates’ teaching after the and weaknesses; at the mid-point, to show whether fifth lesson. After the observation, the clinical supervisor, improvement has been noted and to check for areas of candidate and cooperating teacher confer and identify concern; and finally at the end of the Clinical Practice, to areas of strength and areas needing attention during the document professional competencies. final days of the field experience. Concurrent with Clinical Practice, candidates are required The evaluation of the 90-hour experience is based on the to attend weekly meetings focusing on the development log of hours verified by the cooperating teacher, an early of the performance assessment. Additional topics include teaching observation and final report by the cooperating but are not limited to: class management, district policies, teacher, and the assessment of teaching made by the safety, relations with parents, emerging issues, school clinical supervisor. This evaluation includes a law, school culture, sharing of experiences and best recommendation regarding readiness for full-time clinical practices, certification processes, and job search skills. practice. If at the point the teaching evaluation is done the Clinical Practice is an intensive and critical professional cooperating teacher and clinical supervisor identify experience. For this reason, School of Education policy significant weaknesses, they work with the candidate to prohibits clinical interns from taking other courses during troubleshoot the issues and a second clinical supervisor Clinical Practice and strongly recommends that clinical is assigned to evaluate a subsequent lesson taught by interns not engage in other on- or off-campus the candidate. The criteria for the grade for ED4213 employment during the 15-week clinical practice. If includes but is not limited to coursework, the input from extenuating circumstances make taking a course or the cooperating teacher, the log of hours, and the clinical working more than 15 hours per week necessary, a supervisor’s evaluation of the candidate’s teaching. waiver of this policy must be requested in writing to the A 15-week full-time clinical practice is the final component dean of the School of Education. of the teacher education program. Because time is Note: Beginning Fall 2018, the first semester of needed to set up appropriate placements, the application clinical practice will increase from 90 to 175 hours. for Clinical Practice is made at the same time as the application for the 90-hour field experience. Both E-PORTFOLIOS & PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT applications are due by March 1 for fall 90-hour Georgian Court’s teacher education program courses and placements and the following spring Clinical Practice and experiences are designed to enable candidates to meet by October 1 for spring 90-hour placements and the the New Jersey Professional Teaching Standards and following fall Clinical Practice. Although the application is Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium made “early,” final decisions regarding placements are standards. All candidates must meet standards based

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 189 performance expectations throughout their programs and second language acquisition and methodologies. SP361 are required to keep evidence of this progress in Current Trends in World Language Education is TaskStream e-portfolio that are monitored by School of acceptable for this purpose. Education course instructors and advisor and self- Transfer candidates who completed an introductory assessed by the candidates. Each course includes one or course in teacher education at a community college or more keystone assignment or artifact demonstrating other institution of higher education are required to take knowledge, skill, or dispositions that link to the standards. ED3182 Clinical Experience for Transfer Students, a 1- As candidates progress through their program, these credit version of ED3105 Introduction to Inclusive artifacts are archived in an electronic or e-portfolio and Education to complete the required 60-hour clinical monitored by program faculty members. The e-portfolio experience and develop artifacts required in the Georgian also includes reflections, journal entries and other self- Court teacher education program. They meet with a assessments that contribute to a candidate’s professional faculty member, as needed, for mentoring and to development, reflective practice, and habit of lifelong complete the assignments. To apply for this course, learning. In addition, students must pass edTPA, the students must meet with the teacher education student New Jersey Department of Education-mandated admissions and assessment coordinator and get an performance assessment. Approval for a Restricted Course Form signed and submit TRANSFERRING TO A TEACHER it to the director of field experience by June 1 for fall EDUCATION PROGRAM placements or by December 1 for spring placements. Georgian Court has agreements with community colleges in New Jersey that result in students’ eligibility to be admitted as a Pre-Education student if they completed the approved Transfer Curriculum. Transfer students who have been admitted as Pre-Education majors must apply to the School of Education Teacher Education Program and meet all criteria for formal acceptance as an Education major, teacher candidate. Transfer students must meet all program criteria for completing a teacher preparation program including the general studies and content subject prerequisites. For transfer candidates preparing for early childhood education certification, general education prerequisites include: 60 credits in the liberal arts and sciences which include the GCU or equivalent core curriculum; and these content courses: child development (3), educational psychology (3), children’s literature (3), U.S. history (3), composition (6), mathematics (6), science (6–8), art (3) and geography (3). For candidates preparing for elementary education certification, general education prerequisites include: 60 credits in the liberal arts and sciences which include the GCU or equivalent core curriculum; and these content courses: child development (3) (child and adolescent development are required for 5–8 endorsements), educational psychology (3), American literature (3), U.S. history (3), geography (3), composition II (3), mathematics (6), and science (6–8). For transfer candidates preparing to teach a specific subject in grades K–12, the general education prerequisites include: 60 credits in the liberal arts and sciences which include the GCU or equivalent core curriculum; and adolescent development (3) and educational psychology (3). In addition, K–12 teacher candidates must have a minimum of a 30-credit major in the field they plan to teach with at least 12 credits at the 300–400 level. For social studies candidates, at least 15 credits are required in history. New Jersey certification requirements for Spanish K–12 specify that 3 credits be in

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Inclusive Early Childhood P–3 Elementary K–6 w/TSWD Specific Subject K–12 w/TSWD w/TSWD

1st Semester Meet with teacher education Meet with teacher education Meet with teacher education Sophomore student admissions & student admissions & student admissions & assessment coordinator. assessment coordinator. assessment coordinator.

2nd Semester As Pre-Education student, As Pre-Education student, register As Pre-Education student, register Sophomore register for 6 credits of pre- for 6 credits of pre-education for 6 credits of pre-education education introductory courses introductory courses and take introductory courses and take and take outstanding prerequisite outstanding prerequisite courses. outstanding prerequisite courses. courses. ED3105 Introduction to ED3105 Introduction to EE3302 Inclusive Early Inclusive Education Inclusive Education Childhood Curriculum & ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Assessment Inclusive Education Inclusive Education ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Inclusive Education

st 1 Semester ED3100 Instructional ED3100 Instructional Technology ED3100 Instructional Technology Junior Technology for Inclusive for Inclusive Education for Inclusive Education Education ED3115 Instructional Design for ED3120 Instructional Design for EE3301 Growth, Development & Inclusive Education Inclusive Secondary Education Learning in Inclusive Early ED3205 Instruction in English ED3210 Instruction in Literacy for Childhood Education Language Arts & Literacy in the Inclusive Secondary Education I EE3303 Language & Literacy Inclusive Elementary Classroom Development in Inclusive Early Childhood Education TAKE PRAXIS II EXAMS TAKE PRAXIS II EXAMS TAKE PRAXIS II EXAMS

nd 2 Semester EE3305 Family, Community & ED3206 Instruction in ED4211 Instruction in Literacy for Junior the Young Child Literacy/Social Studies for the Inclusive Secondary Education II EE3304 Mathematics, Science & Inclusive Elementary Classroom ED3215 Secondary Subject Technology in Inclusive Early ED3220 Mathematics & Science Instruction in Inclusive Education Childhood Education Instruction for Inclusive Education

st 1 Semester ED3201 Assessment & ED3201 Assessment & ED3201 Assessment & Senior Instructional Planning for Instructional Planning for Students Instructional Planning for Students with Special Needs with Special Needs Students with Special Needs ED4213 Co-Planning & Co- ED4213 Co-Planning & Co- ED4213 Co-Planning & Co- Teaching for Inclusive Education Teaching for Inclusive Education Teaching for Inclusive Education

nd 2 Semester EE3306 Clinical Practice (full- ED4301 Clinical Practice (full-time, ED4301 Clinical Practice (full- Senior time, no other courses permitted) no other courses permitted) time, no other courses permitted)

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 191 views of teaching, understand the needs of exceptional CERTIFICATION learners, learn to manage the classroom environment, The School of Education facilitates certification and plan instruction using with universal design. application processing for program completers. Near the Emphasis is placed on techniques to educate students end of the teacher preparation programs, faculty and staff with and without disabilities in the inclusive setting. provide step-by-step guidance for completing certification Clinical Experience (60 hours) is required. Applications applications. Applications are submitted to the State of for 60-hour clinical experiences are due by June 1 for fall New Jersey through the School. The state sets the fees for processing licenses. Note: According to state placements and by December 1 for spring placements. regulations, to be recommended by GCU candidates Please note: Documentation of successful completion of must apply for certification within one year of completing 60 hours of clinical experience is required for this course. their GCU programs. Incompletion of the 60-hour clinical experience TEACHER EDUCATION COURSES requirement will result in a grade of Failure or Incomplete. ED3000 Special Topics in Education 1–3 credits ED3110 Ethics & Foundations of Inclusive This course provides an examination of a selected topic Education 3 credits in education. The specific topic to be considered is This course explores the philosophical, historical, and announced each semester that the course is offered. social foundations of special and general education. The Topics focus on current issues in education and/or a legal and ethical constructs of American Inclusive unique area of interest to the student in pursuit of a education are examined through the lens of the Model particular curriculum. Departmental approval required for Code of Ethics for Educators (MCEE), case law, and enrollment. Variable credit course ranging from one, two, federal legislation. or three semester hour courses. ED3115 Instructional Design for Inclusive ED3100 Instructional Technology for Inclusive Education 3 credits Education 3 credits This course is designed to help students apply, analyze, This course enables and encourages use of 21st-century and evaluate the principles of instructional design and technology tools as a conduit to developing student- constructed models toward the development of instruction centered teaching and learning. Candidates will develop based on learning theory, curricular frameworks, project and showcase the outcome of their insights by generating planning, content expertise, and technology tools to original digital products using 21st-century technology architect effective experiences for today’s learners. tools (e.g., information and communication technologies Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is addressed to aid to create audio, video, and multimedia products). Other in the development of lessons for diverse learners using technology tools that assist with processes of inquiry, the differentiation framework for effective teaching that problem-solving, collaborating, and decision-making that involves providing different students with different comprise the hallmark of a learner-centered classroom pathways to learning in terms of content, process, will be addressed. Research-based use of technology product, and learning environment. Prerequisites: tools to approach content subjects and meet the needs of ED3105 and ED3110. diverse K–12 students will be highlighted. NJCCCS and ED3120 Instructional Design for Inclusive USA Common Core content standards form the heart of Secondary Education 3 credits this course. NJPST and CEC standards for instructional This course is designed to help students apply, analyze, and planning and strategies, addressing special needs, evaluate the principles of instructional design and creating effective and respectful learning environments, constructed models toward the development of instruction developing effective techniques for communicating, and based on learning theory, curricular frameworks, project professional and ethical responsibilities are considered. planning, content expertise, and technology tools to architect ED3105 Introduction to Inclusive Education 3 credits effective experiences for today’s learners. Universal Design This course introduces candidates to the teaching for Learning (UDL) is addressed to aid in the development of profession, to tools of instruction, and to general, lessons for diverse learners using the differentiation inclusive, and special education models. Students will framework for effective teaching that involves providing examine teaching as a profession, the characteristics of different students with different pathways to learning in diverse learners, classroom management practices, and terms of content, process, product and learning instructional planning for diverse learners. Students will environment. Prerequisites: ED3105 and ED3110. review current theories and practices and form personal

192 | Georgian Court University ED3182 Clinical Experience for Transfer Students 1 credit knowledge of the NJCCCS in Social Studies and This course is designed for transfer students who Common Core English Language Arts curriculum completed some introductory courses in education at standards to build effective instruction for inclusive K–6 another institution. It is a 60-hour clinical experience in an students. Research-based instructional strategies based inclusive setting. Students examine teaching as a on learning theory for the Social Studies and English profession, the characteristics of diverse learners, Language Arts to include the use of children's literature classroom management practices, and instructional will be highlighted. INTASC and CEC standards for planning for diverse learners. Students also use this instructional planning and strategies, modifying instruction experience to develop artifacts required in the Georgian to meet students' diverse needs, and assessment are Court teacher education program. Students meet with a addressed. Prerequisites: Child Development course, faculty member, as needed, for mentoring and to complete ED3100, ED3105, ED3110, ED3115, and ED3205. the assignments. One credit, one semester. Prerequisites: ED3210 Instruction in Literacy for Inclusive GCU transcript shows transfer credits for ED3105. Secondary Education I 3 credits ED3201 Assessment & Instructional Planning for This is the first of a two-part course in literacy. It Students with Special Needs 3 credits introduces literacy integration, literacy skills for specific This course investigates instructional Planning for content areas, and the development of critical thinking exceptional students and the use of assessment data to skills within content area instruction with a focus on inform instruction. Basic issues in measurement are applying this knowledge to teach all learners, including examined including formal and informal assessment, those with special and diverse needs. Candidates explore technical issues (bias, reliability, and validity), strengths differentiation of instruction and assessment based on and limitations, test interpretation, and test multiple intelligences and use elements of cognitive accommodations. Response to Intervention, the referral learning to understand the basic process for teaching processes and nondiscriminatory assessment is critical thinking skills. Direct instruction models are thoroughly reviewed. Academic and social- emotional reinforced as candidates examine elements involved in needs of student with disabilities, from birth through planning for effective instruction in literacy at the adolescence, are studied with emphasis on individualized secondary level. ED3210 covers both theoretical and educational planning.. Prerequisites: ED3105, ED3110, practical approaches to the teaching of diverse learners, ED3115, or ED3120. including children with disabilities and those with limited ED3205 Instruction in English Language Arts & Literacy English proficiency. Candidates practice creating in the Inclusive Elementary Classroom 3 credits instructional activities related to the achievement of the This course develops teacher candidates’ fundamental New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and/or knowledge of language and literacy and the pedagogical Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Prerequisites: skills and practices needed to support children’s ED3105 and ED3110. development of grade-level proficiencies in reading, ED3215 Secondary Subject Instruction writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and presenting. in Inclusive Education 3 credits Candidates will use research-based strategies to develop This course introduces the secondary teacher education effective literacy instruction for typical and atypical candidate to the study of standardized and functional students, including students at-risk for low achievement, assessment, curriculum planning, learning environments, students eligible for special education and students modifications for students with disabilities, and theories of whose home language is not English. Content is aligned learning and their application to the teaching process in with the Common Core State Standards in English an inclusive setting in the middle and high school setting. Language Arts/Literacy, the International Reading Focus is on the integration of curriculum areas with an Association standards for PreK-Elementary Teachers, emphasis on critical and creative thinking skills, creative and the Council for Exceptional Children. Prerequisites: problem solving, questioning techniques, and process ED3105 and ED3110. skills in the secondary school. Bruner’s model of ED3206 Instruction in Literacy/Social Studies for the discovery learning and Bandura’s theory concerning Inclusive Elementary Classroom 3 credits people's conceptions about themselves and the nature of This is the second part of a two-part course sequence in things are covered. Students also learn to create literacy and builds on the foundational knowledge gained instructional opportunities that assist diverse learners in in ED3205 Literacy. Candidates will develop the achievement of the NJCCCS and/or Common Core interdisciplinary lesson plans demonstrating their Standards (CCSS) and increase their commitment to the Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 193 development of learning communities that respect design, guiding individual and group behavior, creating individual differences and to productive, ongoing work safe and supportive classroom environments, sources for with family members. Prerequisites: ED3100, ED3105, curriculum resources, the use of structures and ED3110, and ED3120. scheduling, planning appropriate multidimensional ED3220 Mathematics & Science Instruction formative and summative assessments, engaging for Inclusive Education 3 credits parent/caregiver support for curriculum goals, and the use This course focuses on elementary science and of technology. Review and practice principles of culturally mathematics instruction and the NJCCC standards for responsive teaching. Requires a field experience of science and the Common Core Standards (CCSS) in 60 hours for pre-service candidates or 10 hours for in- mathematics. The course uses contemporary research in service teachers. Applications for 60-hour field student motivation, multiple intelligences, cognition, and experiences are due by June 1 for fall placements and by comprehension of mathematical and scientific processes December 1 for spring placements. (e.g., the work of Midgett, Trafton, and Stephen Bloom in EE3303 Language & Literacy Development math instruction, Dunn and C. Hunter in science in Inclusive Early Childhood Education 3 credits instruction) to inform strategies for differentiated Examine the integrated nature of English language arts instruction. Candidates will create instructional activities literacy development to develop understanding of how the with adaptations for diverse learners and practice various language arts (reading, writing, speaking, modifying instruction and materials for students with listening, and viewing) affect and are affected by the disabilities. Prerequisites: ED3105, ED3110, and ED3115. emerging cognitive, linguistic, and intellectual needs of EE3301 Growth, Development & Learning in Inclusive young children. Drawing on contemporary research in Early Childhood Education 3 credits language acquisition and literacy development, the Building on major theories and themes from human language and literacy standards of the National development and educational psychology, study the Association for the Education of Young Children cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical (NAEYC), the Council for Exceptional Children, and the development of the individual child in early childhood from International Reading Association (IRA), gain the three to eight years of age. Through this child- knowledge and skills needed for candidates to support centeredness, learn to value and nurture each child while children’s language acquisition and use, and to plan and using research-based best practices to create an implement effective language and reading instruction for inclusive preschool climate that respects and celebrates all early childhood students including those who have diversity and fosters equity for all children including those limited standard English proficiency or special educational with limited language proficiency and those identified as needs. Consider the broad theme of literacy, including having special needs. Review contemporary research on technological literacy, as well as factors related to the multiple intelligences, learning styles, brain function and child, home, school and community that support or delay development, appropriate models of classroom language and literacy readiness and development. Study management, and the role of discovery and play in early research-based techniques for integrating language and learning for implications for curriculum and instructional literacy instruction throughout the inclusive curriculum. practices in inclusive settings. Prerequisites: EE3301 and EE3302. EE3302 Inclusive Early Childhood EE3304 Mathematics, Science & Technology in Curriculum & Assessment 3 credits Inclusive Early Childhood Education 3 credits Explore the teaching profession and general, inclusive, Use an understanding of age-stage development as a and special education models for early childhood foundation for planning and implementing education. Consider teachers’ roles and ethical practice developmentally appropriate experiences in mathematics standards and begin to articulate personal views from the and science for young children from three to eight years vantage of an early childhood educator. Emphasis on the of age. National standards established by the National importance of developmentally appropriate practices in Association for the Education of Young Children curriculum and assessment for P–3 students and (NAEYC), the Council for Exceptional Children, the introduces constructivist, interdisciplinary and universal National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), design approaches for developing curricula based on the and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) New Jersey Preschool Early Learning Standards and the and the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards New Jersey Core Content Curriculum. Study issues inform instructional goals. Emphasis on integrated related to the use of play and discovery, classroom content, developing concepts through play and discovery, 194 | Georgian Court University the use of concrete representational forms, recognizing in the basic literacy skills of reading, writing. It includes patterns and relationships, building mathematical and effective literacy integration strategies for specific content scientific reasoning skills, a taxonomy of mathematics subjects to support students’ achievement of the New and science concepts, and the interplay among children’s Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and/or experiences, their ability to express what is seen and Common Core Standards (CCSS). ED4211 incorporates experienced, and the development of conceptual theoretical and practical approaches for teaching and understanding. Investigate the role of technology as a tool assessing diverse learners, including children with that supports children’s recognition of patterns and disabilities and those with limited English proficiency, and relationships and the development of spatial and logical highlights the importance of collaborative learning thinking. Prerequisites: EE3301 and EE3302. communities that welcome diversity. Prerequisites: EE3305 Family, Community & the Young Child 3 credits ED3105, ED3110, ED3100, ED3120, and ED3210. Investigate the special needs of children from three to eight ED4213 Co-Planning & Co-Teaching for years of age as well as the contributing factors and Inclusive Education 3 credits characteristics of young children at risk. Learn to identify In this course, candidates gain experience applying their and link resources in the community to child and family knowledge, skills, and attitudes for promoting learning by needs. Explore diversity in family and caregiver units and planning and managing instruction during a 90-hour field the impact on development and learning of children’s experience in an inclusive classroom. The field homes, communities, health and cultural experiences is experience serves as a bridge from theory to professional studied. Using family/community-centered approach, practice. The field experience also provides the develop an understanding of the social, historical, political, opportunity to learn to establish the partnerships between legal and philosophical constructs that resonate in current the general education teacher and the inclusion teacher, day education of young children, including those with as well as among other school personnel, children’s limited English proficiency or who have special educational family and caregivers, and community-based service needs. Consider teacher-child interactions and the providers to create effective learning environments for advocacy role of the Inclusive Early Childhood teacher. diverse learners. This is the last class prior to clinical Prerequisites: EE3301, EE3302, EE3303, and EE3304. practice. Prerequisites: ED3100, ED3105, ED3110, EE3306 Early Childhood Clinical Practice 12 credits ED3205 or ED3210, ED3115, or ED3120. Clinical Practice is the capstone course in teacher ED4301 Clinical Practice 12 credits education. During clinical practice, clinical interns Clinical Practice is the capstone course in teacher demonstrate their integration of content knowledge, education. During clinical practice, clinical interns understanding of students, ability to create effective demonstrate their integration of content knowledge, instructional environments, and their professional understanding of students, ability to create effective knowledge and attributes. Clinical practice is full-time (15- instructional environments, and their professional weeks) in an inclusive setting and is required for all knowledge and attributes. Clinical practice is full-time (15- teacher candidates. Candidates are supported and weeks) in an inclusive setting and is required for all evaluated by an in-class cooperating teacher and a GCU teacher candidates. Candidates are supported and clinical supervisor. Concurrent with clinical practice, evaluated by an in-class cooperating teacher and a GCU candidates attend weekly seminar meetings. Candidates clinical supervisor. Concurrent with clinical practice, develop a performance portfolio that demonstrate they candidates attend weekly seminar meetings. Candidates meet the New Jersey Professional Standards for develop a performance portfolio that demonstrate they Teachers and that their teaching is guided by the New meet the New Jersey Professional Standards for Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and/or Teachers and that their teaching is guided by the New Common Core Standards (CCSS). Prerequisites: All Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and/or required education courses. Common Core Standards (CCSS). Prerequisites: All ED4211 Instruction in Literacy for Inclusive required education courses. Secondary Education II 3 credits ESL CERTIFICATION COURSES This is the second part of a two-part course in literacy. It builds on the knowledge gained in part 1. Candidates BE3101 Foundations of Dual Language review current research, theory, assessment techniques, Education 3 credits teaching strategies, and the use of technology that will Acquire knowledge of the philosophical, historical, enable them to work with learners experiencing difficulties cultural, and societal factors that impact the education of Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 195 English language learners in the U.S. Identify components of dual language programs and discuss the provision of instruction in the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Demonstrate commitment and competence related to the New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers as they apply to English language learners. BE3102 Theory & Practice of Teaching the English Language Learner 3 credits Investigate instructional strategies and techniques to assist children with limited English proficiency progress in the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Observe bilingual/ESL classes and demonstrate lessons in the university classroom. Demonstrate commitment to and competence in New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers as they apply to English language learners. Prerequisite: BE3101. BE3103 Language & Culture 3 credits Develop an understanding of the developmental process involved in second language acquisition. Emphasis on the linguistics (phonology, morphology and syntax) and the impact of culture on the development of a second language. Demonstrate commitment to and competence in New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers as they apply to English language learners. Prerequisites: BE3101 and BE3102. BE3203 Elements of Teaching English as a Second Language 3 credits Study materials and methods for teaching students with limited English proficiency to help them achieve the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Learn to develop appropriate lesson and unit plans, including instructional and evaluation methods and demonstrate the values and commitment for diversity and student learning outcomes. Demonstrate commitment to and competence in New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers as they apply to English language learners. Prerequisites: BE3101, BE3102, and BE3103. BE3204 Developing Literacy Skills for the Second Language Learner 3 credits Explore the development of reading, writing, and speaking skills for non-native English speakers. Learn to apply instructional and assessment strategies and techniques, as well as to develop appropriate materials to assist non-native English speakers to progress in the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Demonstrate commitment to and competence in New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers as they apply to English language learners. Prerequisites: BE3101, BE3102, BE3103, and BE3203.

196 | Georgian Court University HST312 Roosevelt to Roosevelt: U.S. Politics & X: INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS Society, 1890s–1945 HST316 America Since 1945 By combining courses from various disciplines, students may develop minor areas of interest. HST320 Rebels, Radicals & Reformers in U.S. History HST330 America & the World: U.S. Foreign Relations AMERICAN STUDIES Since 1898 The Interdisciplinary minor in American Studies offers HST331 Vietnam & America students an opportunity to learn about America’s past and MU214 Music of the Americas present from multiple disciplines. As a result of this PL160 American Philosophy dynamic approach, students will have a unique PO211 American National Government opportunity to gain a fuller synthesis and understanding PO221 State & Local Government in America about the culture and society of the United States. It will PO323 Constitutional Law also allow students the flexibility to design their own educational experiences while sharpening their writing, RS140 Religions in America research, and critical thinking skills. The minor will SO167 Intergroup Relations enhance preparedness for teaching, law, business, SP425 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature I government service, communication, and graduate SP426 Mosaics of Hispanic American Literature II studies. A minimum of 18 credits is required for the American Studies minor. Half of the required courses INTERNATIONAL AREA STUDIES must be taken at Georgian Court University. Students may apply to Dr. Paul Cappucci, the American Studies Information in this area is of a highly specialized nature, advisor, for approval of a course that is not currently depending largely upon the student’s major field. It is listed. strongly recommended that the student contact the area studies advisor so that an individualized course of study Requirements may be implemented as early as possible. EN113 American Literature I, EN114 American General Requirements Literature II, or EN226 Honors A Nation in Transition: American Literature & Culture (3 credits). A minimum of 18 credits above the 111/112 level, within a minimum of three different disciplines as listed below. HST110 U.S. History Survey I or HST111 U.S. History Possible courses are given as examples only. Specific Survey II (3 credits). courses are to be decided by the student and the advisor 300-level or higher courses selected from Approved together. Courses in the minor may also be used to meet American Studies Courses List (6 credits); 300- applicable requirements in General Education or in the level and higher courses cannot count toward both student’s major(s) or other minor(s). a student’s major and the American Studies minor. Foreign language proficiency will be determined by Electives at any course level selected from Approved successful completion (minimum grade of C) of a 300- American Studies Courses List (6 credits). level course taught in the target language. A senior project is to be completed on a subject related to Approved American Studies Courses the program studied, under the direction of one or more AN244 City, Suburb & Society faculty members cooperating in the program. AN312 Native Cultures of North America CJ111 The Criminal Justice System Economics EN310 American Drama EC382 International Finance & Economics EN321 The American Renaissance EC481 Comparative Economic Systems EN322 American Realism History EN323 Modern American Literature HST120 World History Survey I EN327 Make It New: Modern American Poetry HST121 World History Survey II EN370 Pacific Crossings: Asian American Literature HST220 Modern Asian History EN375 Natives & Strangers: Multi-Ethnic Literature HST340 Mediterranean Encounters 1100–1700 of the U.S. HST390 Special Topics in History EN376 We Are Made of Words: Native American Literature & Criticism Language IH345 Native American Medicine SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature HST304 American Revolution & Aftermath SP415 Spanish Civilization HST308 Civil War & Reconstruction

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 197 SP418 Latin America: Past & Present History (6 credits) SP419 Contemporary Latin American Culture Required (3 credits) HST330 America & the World: U.S. Foreign Relations Religious Studies Since 1898 RS240 A Survey of Eastern Religious Thought HST331 Vietnam & America The International Area Studies advisor is Dr. Scott Bennett. HST332 U.S. & 9/11 Wars & Era

LATINA/O AND CARIBBEAN STUDIES Electives (3 credits) HST321 Gandhi & King: Global Nonviolent Activism Students pursuing the minor in Latina/o and Caribbean HST330 America & the World: U.S. Foreign Relations Studies choose courses from a variety of disciplines, such as sociology, art, music, philosophy, criminal justice, Since 1898 English, French, Spanish, and social work. For a full HST331 Vietnam & America description of the requirements and curriculum, see the HST332 U.S. & 9/11 Wars & Era World Languages and Cultures section of the catalog. For HST374 Europe Since 1914 more information about the Latina/o and Caribbean Studies minor, contact Dr. Kathryn Quinn-Sanchez. SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

POLITICS, LAW & HISTORY This minor challenges students to take an in-depth look at The interdisciplinary minor in Politics, Law & History of- today’s constantly evolving world of social media and how fers students an opportunity to learn about America’s po- theories can be applied to target and attract online litical system, constitutional/legal principles, and modern communities and spread messaging to a new group of history from multiple perspectives and disciplines. The customers. The minor combines social media theories program will sharpen students’ writing, research, and criti- and practice with traditional marketing strategies to cal thinking skills. It will prepare students for graduate provide students with knowledge and skills for today’s school; for active citizenship and the pursuit of social jus- new user-driven marketplace while also teaching students tice and social welfare; and for careers in teaching, law, the essential skills of online writing, e-commerce, business, government, international relations, public ser- communications, and graphic design. Please see the full vice, and communications. A minimum of 18 credits is re- description of the minor in the School of Business and quired for the Politics, Law & History minor. At least half Digital Media section of the catalog. of the required courses must be taken at Georgian Court University. Courses at the 300 level and higher cannot SUSTAINABILITY count toward both a student’s major and the Politics, Law & History minor (except that Criminal Justice majors Recognizing severe imminent threats to various forms of may count two criminal justice courses toward the major). life on this planet, the program in sustainability is intended For more information or approval of a course that is not to disseminate and develop the new knowledge, new currently listed, contact Dr. Scott H. Bennett, chair, De- skills, and new values necessary to sustain ecological partment of History, Geography, and Political Science. systems for future generations. Students will gain a basic understanding of the impact of human activity, culture, Requirements and social policy on the organic and nonorganic systems of the earth. Politics (6 credits) Students who complete the program should be able to: PO211 American National Government Speak knowledgably, from both a historical and PO221 State & Local Government in America contemporary perspective, about the natural systems of which humans are a part, the social Law and Internships (6 credits) systems humans create, and the interactions Required (3 credits) between these systems. CJ313 U.S. Constitutional Law Critically evaluate sustainable policies from Electives (3 credits) environmental, economic, and equality perspectives. CJ213 Criminal Law & Practice Bring insight of sustainable issues to challenges being CJ333 Internship in Criminal addressed in their chosen career field. CJ351 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems Program Requirements: 16 core credits plus one 2- to CJ365 International Human Rights Law 4-credit elective (courses in the program may also be CJ375 Global Justice & Law used to meet applicable requirements in General PO471 Internship in Political Science I (local) Education or in the student’s major(s) or other minor(s)): PO472 Internship in Political Science II (state) Core Courses in the Minor (16 credits) PO473 Internship in Political Science III (federal) BI109 Environmental Biology AN/SO304 Globalization & Sustainability

198 | Georgian Court University BI360 Current Issues in Environmental Sustainability Please consult the academic department’s section BU325 Sustainable Business: Theories, for course descriptions and any prerequisites. For Practices & Strategy more information, contact Dr. Cynthia Ninivaggi or SUS400 Transitioning to a Sustainable Society Dr. Linda James. WS311 Shaping Lives: Women & Gender 3 credits Electives in the Minor (2–4): Choose one from among This interdisciplinary course considers gender as both a AN244, BI305, BU242, CH108, GO283, GO285, RS325, SC350, SUS410 or any other internship (e.g., BU451, critical field of inquiry and as a social construct that BI404; internship must have a sustainability focus). influences experiences, relationships, and outcomes of women in society. The course is organized around three Service Learning or Internship: This requirement may be met through carrying out a sustainability-related main themes: (1) foundations for understanding women and service learning project associated with any of the gender; (2) the six institutions that impact and are impacted courses within the core of the minor, or through carrying by women (e.g., work, education, politics); and (3) out a sustainability-related internship in the student’s leadership and activism. Emphasis on the intersection of major, coordinated with that major’s internship supervisor gender, race, ethnicity, and social class. Prerequisite: Junior and the director of the sustainability minor. or senior status; grade of C or better in EN112 or EN221. For more information, contact Dr. Louise Wootton. WOMEN’S STUDIES The various courses offered in the Women’s Studies minor examine the status and roles of women, past and present, stressing women’s special contributions to culture and society, and as agents of social change. The Women’s Studies minor enhances preparedness in such careers as business management, counseling, education, health care, law, psychology, sociology, social work, and others. A minimum of 18 hours is required. These may be chosen from: WS/AN370 Women & Work WS/RS201 Women & Religion WS/RS213 Women & the Bible WS/EN217 Women in Literature I WS/EN218 Women in Literature II WS/AR222 Women in Film WS/CJ225 Gender & Crime WS/PS242 Psychology of Gender WS/HST210 Women in America WS315/IH310 Integrative Women’s Health WS320/ES320 Gender in Sports WS280 Selected Topics in Women’s Studies WS311 Shaping Lives: Women & Gender WS/SP350 Hispanic Women in Life & Literature WS/AR310 Women, Art & Society WS/BU316 The Law Governing the Employment Relationship WS/BU318 Women’s Leadership Styles WS/PL180 Philosophy of Feminism Special topics courses related to women. Courses in the minor may also be used to meet applicable requirements in General Education or in the student’s major(s) or other minor(s).

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 199 XI: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The Skills Development Program is designed for those students who need to strengthen academic skills to perform successfully and learn effectively in their General Education and major coursework. Students register for these courses at the suggestion of or with the approval of their academic advisor. The credits earned in these courses are applicable to full-time status for course load, but do not count as part of the credits required for graduation. SD100 Basic Mathematics 3 credits SD100 is for students whose placement scores suggest they are not ready for 100-level college math courses. Working in a computer lab and using adaptive learning software, students will work at their own pace while supported by an instructor. Diagnostic testing informs the software which modules each student needs on topics such as properties of whole numbers, principles of integers, and introduction to algebraic principles. It allows each to work at his or her own pace. Assessment at the end of the course determines students’ readiness for MA103, MA106, MA107, or MA109. 3 computer lab classes, 4 hours. SD111/12 College Reading Skills I & II 6 credits Prescribes and implements a program designed to help students strengthen reading skills. The program includes individual diagnosis and review of skills weaknesses; group work; and supervised laboratory experience in the areas of comprehension, critical reading, vocabulary enrichment, and increased reading speed. Prerequisite for SD112: Satisfactory completion of SD111, or placement into by examination.

200 | Georgian Court University XII: APPENDICES 2017 President’s Cabinet Joseph R. Marbach, Ph.D., President Brian Agnew, Ph.D., Vice President for Institutional Advancement ADMINISTRATION William J. Behre, Ph.D., Provost Evelyn Saul Quinn, M.Ed., M.S.W., Vice President for 2017 Board of Trustees Mission Integration Robert E. Mulcahy III, Chair Justin G. Roy, B.A., Dean of Admissions Judith M. Persichilli, RN, B.S.N., M.A., Vice Chair John Sommer, CPA, Vice President for Finance & Administration Nina Anuario Gail H. Towns, M.S.J., Executive Director of Michele Aronica, RSM Marketing & Communications Tessa M. Breslin Provost Council Hon. Jeffrey S. Chiesa, Esq. William J. Behre, Ph.D., Provost Francis G. Coleman Kathleen M. Boody, M.A., Assistant Provost for Frank DeMiro, CPA Student Success & Retention James H. Dickerson Jr. Kathleen Brady, Executive Director of Career Patricia Smith Heanue Services, Corporate Engagement & Kathleen P. Hickey Continuing Education Patricia E. Koch, Esq., Trustee Emerita Paul R. Cappucci, Ph.D., Director of the General Education Program Fiah Gussin Kwesseu Mary Chinery, Ph.D., Dean, School of Arts & Sciences Rev. Monsignor Casimir H. Ladzinski Lynn DeCapua, Ph.D., Dean, School of Education Michael J. Laferrera Susan E.O. Field, Ph.D., Director of the Advising Fellows Mary K. E. Maples Laura Dunn Grodewald, M.A., Director of Global Kerry Anne McGeary, Ph.D. Education Programs Amelia McTamaney Michael F. Gross, Ph.D., Associate Provost for Elizabeth Mulvihill Academic Program Development Edward Nadworny Amani S. Jennings, M.A., Dean of Students Dele Oladapo Danielle Staten Lamb, M.A., Director of the TRIO- Linda M. Orlando Student Support Services Programs Mark N. Ricca Laura Liesman, M.S., Assistant Vice President of Athletics & Recreation Megan Romano Christina Reeves, M.A., Director of Enrollment John W. Seazholtz Information Systems/Registrar Hon. Eugene D. Serpentelli, A.J.S.C. Justin G. Roy, Dean of Admissions Maureen E. Sintich, D.N.P., M.B.A., RN, Joy L. Smith, M.S., Director of the Educational WHNP-BC, NEA-BC Opportunity Fund Program Thomas J. Sykes, AIA, PP Janet Thiel, OSF, Ph.D., Director of Assessment Patricia A. Talone, RSM, Ph.D. Janice Warner, Ph.D., Dean, School of Business & Julia Ann Upton, RSM, Ph.D. Digital Media Regina Ward, RSM M. Deborah Hanley Williams

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 201 Lili Bruess, Associate Professor of Education; Chair, Department of Teacher Education Programs LIBRARIANS & TEACHING FACULTY Ph.D., M.Ed., University of New Orleans B.A., Hangzhon Teachers College Maureen Bailey, Assistant Professor of Nursing Nancy Louise Burns-Sardone, Associate Professor Ph.D., Capella University of Education M.S., Drexel University Ph.D., M.A., New York University B.S., Bloomfield College B.S., University of Massachusetts, Amherst Mary R. Basso, Associate Librarian, Humanities Mary-Paula Cancienne, RSM, Assistant Professor of M.L.S., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Religious Studies/Theology; Chair, Department of M.A., B.A., Georgian Court University Religious Studies, Theology & Philosophy Mary Lee Batesko, Professor Emerita of Education Ph.D., Duquesne University Ed.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey M.A., Marquette University M.A., Kean College M.A., Santa Clara University B.A., Trenton State College M.A., Institute of Transpersonal Psychology Scott H. Bennett, Professor of History; Chair, Department M.F.A., Louisiana State University of History, Geography & Political Science B.F.A., Louisiana Tech University Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Lei Cao, Assistant Professor of Mathematics M.A., College of New Jersey Ph.D., Drexel University M.A., Florida State University M.S., Beijing University, China B.A., University of Central Florida B.S., Lanzhou University, China Carolyn Ann Bergman, Associate Professor of Biology Paul R. Cappucci, Professor of English; Director of Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania the General Education Program B.S., University of California, Berkeley Ph.D., M.Phil., Drew University Mary C. Bilderback, RSM, Lecturer in Biology; M.A., The College of New Jersey Assistant Director of the Arboretum B.A., Kings College M.A., Holy Names College Silvana Cardell, Associate Professor of Dance; Chair, B.A., Skidmore College Department of Dance William K. Bishop, Assistant Professor of Geography M.F.A., Temple University M.A., Louisiana State University B.F.A., University of the Arts B.A., Trenton State College James J. Carroll, Professor of Business Administration Eduard Bitto, Associate Professor of Biochemistry; D.B.A., Nova University Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry; M.B.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Director of the Natural Sciences Program B.S.I.E., New Jersey Institute of Technology Ph.D., University of Illinois at Chicago CMA, CPA, New Jersey M.S., Charles University, Czech Republic Judith Casey, Assistant Professor Emerita of Brunella Bowditch, Associate Professor of Biology Physical Education Ph.D., M.S., George Washington University M.A., Georgian Court University B.S., Universita di Roma La Sapienza, Italy B.A., Glassboro State College Anthony Brano, Assistant Professor of English, Vincent C. W. Chen, Assistant Professor of Director of the Writing Center Exercise Science Ph.D., M.Phil., Fordham University Ph.D., Texas A&M University M.A., B.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., National University of Kaohsiung, Taiwan Timothy M. Briles, Associate Professor of Education; Mary Chinery, Professor of English; Director of the Special Assistant to the President for Special Interdisciplinary Studies Program; Dean, School Projects; NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative of Arts & Sciences Ed.D., St. Joseph’s University Ph.D., M. Phil., Drew University M.Ed., B.A., University of Pennsylvania M.A., Northeastern University B.A., Georgian Court College Theresa J. Brown, Professor of Psychology Ph.D., M.A., Bowling Green State University B.A., Montclair State College

202 | Georgian Court University Constance Chismar, Professor of English Education; Binetta Dolan, Assistant Professor Emerita of Director of the Writing Program Business Administration Ed.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey M.A., Central Michigan M.A., Montclair State College B.A., Brooklyn College B.A., Georgian Court College Jaimie D. Donnelly, Assistant Librarian, Technical & Khendum Choden, Assistant Professor of Business Access Services Ph.D., University of Texas, El Paso M.L.S., SUNY at Buffalo B.S., SUNY at Stony Brook B.A., William Paterson University Joseph J. Cino, Associate Professor Emeritus Jeffrey Donnelly, Director of Library Services, of Education Associate Librarian, Systems Ed.D., M.Ed., Temple University M.L.S., SUNY at Buffalo B.S., Bloomsburg State College B.A., Niagara University Joseph E. Colford III, Professor of Psychology; Judith Egan, Assistant Professor of Nursing Director of the School Psychology Program Ph.D., Seton Hall University Ph.D. M.A., Seton Hall University M.S.N., Monmouth University B.S., Saint Peter’s College B.S., Hood College Marie Cook, RSM, Professor Emerita of Biology Devon Ashley Elmore, Assistant Professor of Ph.D., M.S., Rutgers, The State University of Business; Director of the M.B.A. Program New Jersey Ph.D., Old Dominion University A.B., Georgian Court University M.B.A., Duquesne University Barbara A. Cordasco, Associate Professor Emerita of B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University Education; Ed.D., Seton Hall University Michelle Esposito, Assistant Professor of Biology M.A., Montclair State University Ph.D., City University of New York F. Thomas Crawley Jr., Associate Professor of Education M.A., Hunter College Ed.D., New York University M.S., B.S., College of Staten Island M.A., Montclair State University Lisa Festa, Associate Professor of Art History; M.Ed., Boston University Coordinator of the First-Year Experience B.A., St. Lawrence University Ph.D., M.A., Rutgers, The State University of Jo Ann F. Cummings, Assistant Professor of Nursing New Jersey Ph.D., M.S., B.S., Rutgers, The State University B.A., Douglass College of New Jersey Susan E. O. Field, Professor of Psychology; Director Kasturi DasGupta, Professor Emerita of Sociology of the Advising Fellows Ph.D., Louisiana State University Ph.D., A.M., Harvard University M.A., Southern University A.B., Washington University B.A., Delhi University Kathryn E. Fleming, Professor-in-Residence; Lynn Marie DeCapua, Professor of Education; Dean, Associate Chair, GCU-Hackensack Meridian School of Education Health School of Nursing Ph.D., M.S., Fordham University Ph.D., M.S., Rutgers, The State University of B.A., Georgian Court University New Jersey B.S., Thomas Edison State College Banani Dhar, Assistant Professor of Mathematics A.A.S., Ocean County College Ph.D., Louisiana State University M.S., Delhi University Kathleen Ann Froriep, Associate Professor of B.S., Gauhati University Education; Director of the Center for Teaching & Learning Lisa Dille, Associate Professor of Education; Chair of Ph.D., Capella University Educational Services & Advanced Programs B.A., M.A., Monmouth University Ed.D., Ed.M., M.A., Teacher’s College, Columbia University Claire B. Gallagher, Professor of Education B.A., Georgian Court University Ed.D., University of Pittsburgh M.A.T., Monmouth University M.Arch., Carnegie Mellon University B.S., University of Tampa

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 203 Patricia A. Geary, GNSH, Professor Emerita of Jinsook Kim, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Education and Multimedia Ph.D., Georgia State University Ph.D., Illinois Institute of Technology M.Ed., Temple University M.F.A., Seoul Women’s University, South Korea B.A., D’Youville College B.F.A., Ducksung Women’s University, South Korea Norah Gharala, Assistant Professor of World History Jonathan Kim-Reuter, Associate Professor of Philosophy Ph.D., M.A., Johns Hopkins University Ph.D., M.A., New School for Social Research B.A., Wesleyan University M.A., B.A., Kent State University Joseph F. Gower, Professor of Theology/Religious Studies Anna King, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice; Ph.D., University of Notre Dame Chair, Department of Criminal Justice, A.B., University of Scranton Anthropology & Sociology Michael F. Gross, Professor of Biology; Associate Ph.D., Cambridge University, UK Provost for Academic Program Development; M.A., SUNY, Albany Director of the Arboretum; Director of the B.A., Clark University Applied Arts & Sciences Program Sachiko Komagata, Associate Professor of Holistic Ph.D., University of Delaware Health; Chair, Department of Holistic Health & B.S., Lebanon Valley College Exercise Science Jessica L. Hausmann, Associate Professor of English; Ph.D., M.P.T., Temple University Director of the University Honors Program; B.P.E., Japan Women’s College of Physical Education Assistant Director of the Writing Program Prasad S. Lakkaraju, Professor of Chemistry Ph.D., M.Phil., Drew University Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology B.A., Saint Joseph’s University B.Sc., Andhra University Barbara R. Herbert, Assistant Librarian, Stephen M. Levine, Professor of Psychology Behavioral Sciences Ph.D., Hofstra University M.L.S., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, M.S.E., City College B.A., Georgian Court University B.A., Hunter College Sheritta Hughes, Assistant Professor of Psychology Lorraine Licata, Professor Emerita of Psychology Ph.D., The Chicago School of Ph.D., Seton Hall University Professional Psychology M.A., Kean College M.S., Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University B.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.S., Morgan State University Robert J. Louden, Professor Emeritus of Criminal Justice Linda James, Professor of Psychology Ph.D., M. Phil., City University of New York Ph.D., Indiana University M.A., John Jay College of Criminal Justice B.S., University of Kentucky B.B.A., The City College of New York Linda M. Kardos, Associate Professor Emerita of Amuhelang Magaya, Associate Professor of Education; Social Work; Chair, Administration & Leadership Program M.S.W., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Ph.D., M.S., Southern Illinois University B.A., Georgian Court University B.A., University of Zimbabwe R.N., Englewood Hospital School of Nursing Lindiwe Magaya, Associate Professor of Education Karen J. Kelly, Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology Ph.D., M.S. Southern Illinois University Ph.D., M.A., Columbia University B.S., University of Zimbabwe M.A., Montclair State University Alfred F. Mancuso, Associate Professor of Psychology; B.A. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Chair, Department of Psychology & Counseling Deborah Kennard, Assistant Professor of Nursing Psy.D., M.A., Alfred University Ph.D., Seton Hall University B.A., St. John’s University M.S.N., B.S.N., Kean University Gina Marie Marcello, Assistant Professor of A.A.S., Bucks County Community College Communications, Director of the Digital Joanne Patrice Kenny, Associate Professor Emerita Communication Program of Education Ph.D., M.A., B.A., Rutgers, The State University Ed.D., Seton Hall University of New Jersey M.A., B.A., New Jersey City University

204 | Georgian Court University Russell Craig McDonald, Associate Professor of English Christopher J. Perrin, Assistant Professor of Psychology Ph.D., M.A., University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Ph.D., Ohio State University B.A., University of Washington, Seattle M.S.E., B.A., Temple University Cathleen M. McQuillen, Associate Professor of Business Suzanne Pilgram, Associate Professor Emerita of Art D.P.S., Pace University M.F.A., B.A., The American University M.B.A., Long Island University Kathy Susan Pultar, Associate Professor of Nursing B.A., The College of New Rochelle Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University Melanie Clark Mogavero, Assistant Professor of M.S., The College of New Jersey Criminal Justice B.S., William Paterson University Ph.D., M.A., Rutgers University-Newark Evelyn Saul Quinn, Vice President for Mission M.A., Russell Sage College Integration; Associate Professor of Social Work B.A., SUNY at Albany M.S.W., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Joseph M. Monahan, Professor of Business M.Ed., Seton Hall University Ph.D., New York University B.A., Georgian Court University M.A., B.A., Adelphi University Kathryn Quinn-Sanchez, Professor of World Leo Morrissey, Associate Professor of Art; Chair, Languages (Spanish) & Cultures; Chair, Department of Art & Visual Studies World Languages & Cultures M.F.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill B.F.A., University of Florida M.A., Middlebury College-Madrid, Spain Amitabh Mungale, Assistant Professor of Business B.A., College of the Holy Cross Ph.D., University of Florida, Gainesville Pamela J. Rader, Professor of English M.B.A, University of Texas at Austin Ph.D., M.A., University of Colorado B.S., Maharaja Sayajirao University, India B.A., University of Delaware Parvathi S. Murthy, Professor of Chemistry Stephanie Rahill, Assistant Professor of Psychology Ph.D., Indian Institute of Science Ph.D., University of Maryland, University College M.S., B.S., University of Bangalore, India M.A., University of Delaware Sarita Nemani, Associate Professor of Mathematics; Chair, B.A., George Washington University Department of Mathematics & Computer Science Marny Requa, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Ph.D., University of New Brunswick, Canada & Homeland Security; Director of the Criminal M.Phil., Indian Institute of Technology Justice & Human Rights Program M.S., B.S., University of Bombay J.D., Fordham University School of Law Cynthia C. Ninivaggi, Associate Professor of Anthropology; M.A., University of California Berkeley Director of the Women’s Studies Program B.Sc., Northwestern University Ph.D., Temple University Cheryl Resnick-Cortes, Professor of Social Work; B.A., University of North Carolina–Greensboro Chair, Department of Social Work Lori Nixon, Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology M.S.W., DSW, Yeshiva University Ph.D., Barry University M.A., New School for Social Research M.A., B.A., Monmouth University B.A., Brooklyn College Susan Lauffer O’Hara, Professor of English; Chair, Maria Cordis Richey, RSM, Professor Emerita of English Department of English Ph.D., M.A., Fordham University Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A., Georgian Court University M.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Jaime Antonio Rivera Flores, Assistant Professor of B.A., University of Pittsburgh World Languages & Cultures Bertram Okpokwasili, Professor of Business Administration Ph.D., M.A., Florida State University D.Eng’g.Sc., M.Sc., Columbia University M.S., Georgia Southern University B.Sc., Yale University B.S., Universidad de Xalapa, Mexico Jean Parry, Assistant Professor of Biology Edmond Mehdi Salsali, Assistant Professor of Digital Ph.D., Rutgers, The University of New Jersey Arts; Chair, Department of Communication, B.S., Drexel University Graphic Design & Multimedia Ph.D., M.F.A., Universite Paris VIII, France M.F.A., B.F.A., B.A., University of Tehran, Iran

Undergraduate Catalog 2017–2018 | 205 Melisa A. Salsali, Assistant Professor of Exercise Elaine K. Thompson, Professor Emerita of Psychology Science; Director of the Exercise Science, Ph.D., Columbia University Wellness & Sports Program M.A., Teachers College of Columbia University Ph.D., University of Miami B.A., M.S., University of Florida Michael Tirpak, Associate Professor of Education; B.S., University of Pittsburgh Director of the School Counseling Program Beth Ann Schaefer, Professor of Physics Ph.D., University of Missouri-Columbia Ph.D., M.S., Boston College M.A., Marywood University B.A., Boston University B.A., King’s College Judith Schubert, RSM, Professor of Theology & Benedict Trigani, Professor of Education Religious Studies Ph.D., Fordham University Ph.D., Fordham University M.A., Seton Hall University M.A., Providence College B.A., St. Peter’s College B.A., Georgian Court University Christopher T. Trigani, Professor of Psychology; Associate Sandra Sessa, Professor Emerita of Psychology Chair, Department of Psychology & Counseling Ph.D., Seton Hall University Ph.D., M.S., Fordham University M.A., Kean College B.A., Georgian Court University B.A., Georgian Court University Geraldine K. Velasquez, Professor Emerita of Art & Design Megan Sherman, Assistant Professor of Social Work; Ed.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Coordinator, Department of Social Work M.A.F.A., Montclair State College Field Education B.F.A., Hunter College Ph.D., M.S.W., Fordham University Johann Marie Vento, Professor of Theology/ B.A., Albertus Magnus College Religious Studies Mary Ann Smorra, Professor of Education Ph.D., Fordham University Ed.D., Ed.M., Rutgers, The State University of M.A., Washington Theological Union New Jersey B.A., University of Maryland B.S., Monmouth College Janice Warner, Professor of Business; Dean, School Hyuksoon Song, Assistant Professor of Education; of Business & Digital Media Coordinator, Taskstream, Student Assessment Ph.D., M.B.A., Rutgers, The State University of and edTPA New Jersey Ph.D., New York University M.S., B.S., Columbia University M.S., The University of Southern California Andrew J. Weber, Assistant Professor of Chemistry; M.A., B.A., Yonsei University, Korea Safety Officer; Chair of Faculty Assembly Joseph M. Springer, Professor of Psychology; Director Ph.D., M.S., Seton Hall University of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program B.A., William Paterson College Ph.D., Temple University Barbara Williams, RSM, President Emerita; Archivist; M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University Assistant Librarian, Science & Mathematics B.A., New York University M.A., Manhattan College Neal Steed, Assistant Professor of Business; M.L.S., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Chair, Department of Business Administration, B.A., Georgian Court University Accounting & Economics David M. Wilson, Assistant Professor of Psychology; J.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Director of the Applied Behavior Analysis Program B.S., Georgian Court University Ph.D., University of Florida Mary Ellen Strozak, Assistant Professor of Nursing (PT) B.A., Rutgers, The State University of New M.S., Rutgers University, Newark Jersey, Camden B.S., The College of New Jersey Edward P. Witman, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy Anne Tabor-Morris, Professor of Physics; Coordinator Ph.D., M.A., Fordham University of the Physics Program, Director of Georgian Certificate in Bioethics and Medical Court University NASA Science Outreach Humanities, Columbia University College of Ph.D., University of Notre Dame Physicians and Surgeons B.S., Lehigh University B.A., Georgetown University

206 | Georgian Court University Louise Sarah Wootton, Professor of Biology; Chair, Department of Biology; Director of the Sustainability Program ATHLETICS STAFF Ph.D., University of Maryland M.S., University of British Columbia James Adams, B.S., Assistant Coach, B.S., Acadia University Men’s Basketball Michael Wortley, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science Nicole Degenhardt, B.A., Head Coach, Softball M.S., Ph.D., The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Robert Fitzpatrick, B.A., Assistant Coach, Men’s B.S., Johns Hopkins University Soccer (Junior Varsity Coach); Assistant Sports Theresa A. Wurmser, Professor-in-Residence; Chair, Information Officer GCU-Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing Joseph Friedrich Jr., B.S., Certified Athletic Ph.D., B.S., Adelphi University Trainer/Coordinator of Sports Medicine M.P.H., Columbia University RN, CNAA Caitlyn Grabowski, B.A., Certified Athletic Trainer Hee Ra Yoo, Assistant Professor of Dance Michael Hover, M.A., Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse M.F.A., Tisch School of The Arts, New David Lafferty, B.A., Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball York University Laura Liesman, M.S., Assistant Vice President of B.A., Ewha Woman’s University, College of Athletics & Recreation Physical Education, Seoul Christopher McKibben, B.A., Associate Director of Claribel Young, Professor Emerita of History Athletic Communications & Operations Ph.D., M.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Jonathan Messner, M.S., Assistant Coach, B.A., Georgian Court University Women’s/Men’s Cross Country/Track & Field James R. Moore Jr., M.Ed., Head Coach, Women’s Soccer/Equipment Manager/Home Event Operations Michael Murawski, M.S., B.A., Head Coach, ASSOCIATE FACULTY IN Women’s/Men’s Cross Country/Track & Field Joseph Napoli, B.S., Assistant Coach, MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM Women’s/Men’s Track & Field Brian S. Erler, M.D., Ph.D., Medical Director Jersey Daragh O’Dea, B.A., Assistant Coach, Men’s Soccer Shore University Medical Center, School of Jasmina Perazic, B.A., Head Coach, Women’s Basketball Medical Technology, Neptune, NJ Dino Raso, M.S., Head Coach, Men’s Soccer John A. Mihok, M.T., Program Director Monmouth Medical Center Long Branch, NJ Amy Rizzo, M.B.A., Head Coach, Women’s Lacrosse Perla L. Simmons, M.P.A., BSMT(ASCP)SH, Daniel Sempkowski, M.Ed., Head Coach, Volleyball Program Director Jersey Shore University Gabrielle Sena, Assistant Coach, Women’s Lacrosse Medical Center, School of Medical Technology, Amy Stainton, B.A., Assistant Coach, Women’s Soccer Neptune, NJ Terrence Stewart, B.S., Head Coach, Men’s Basketball Louis J. Zinterhofer, M.D., Medical Advisor Monmouth Medical Center Long Branch, New Jersey Jason Ulrich, B.A., Assistant Coach, Volleyball Tiffany Whalen, M.S., Certified Athletic Trainer Mary Williams, B.A., Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance & Student Athlete Welfare

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Education Opportunity Fund Program Gwendolyn L. Bennett, B.A., Counselor Joy L. Smith, M.S., Director

TRIO–Student Support Services Programs Maribeth Corona-Evans, M.A., Academic Support Specialist Danielle Staten Lamb, M.A., Director Patricia Torlucci, B.S., Tutor/Lab Coordinator Joyce Toll, M.Theo., Academic Support Specialist

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