Graduate Catalogue-00

UNION UNIVERSITY Since 1823 Graduate Catalogue This publication is intended as a description of the graduate academic programs and activities of Union University. While it is not an offer to make a contract, it is offered as a comprehensive description that can serve as a guide for students contemplating study or already enrolled at Union University. The administration and faculty believe that the educational and other programs of the University described in this catalogue are effective and valuable. The ultimate results of programs offered in terms of achievement, employment, professional licensing, or other measure, are dependent on factors outside the programs, such as the personality and energy of the student, governmental or institutional regulations, and market condi- tions. Therefore, except as specifically stated herein, the University makes no representation or contract that following a particular course or curriculum will result in specific achievement, employment or qualification for employment, admission to degree programs, or licensing for particular professions or occupations. In compliance with all applicable state and federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Union University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, or military service in admissions; in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities; or in employment. Under federal law, the University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purposes. Persons who believe their rights under this policy have been violated should contact the Office of the President. In compliance with its duties under state and federal law, Union University makes an annual report of campus crime statistics and campus security policies. These reports are distributed annually to current students and employees. Prospective students and employees may request copies of the reports from the Office of Safety and Security. 2000—2001 1 Table of Contents DIRECTORY Statements of Purpose ..........................................4 Jackson Campus (Area Code 901) Accreditation and Membership ............................3 1050 Union University Drive History of the University ......................................4 Jackson, TN 38305-3697 Graduate Studies ...................................................6 Graduate Governance and Admission ................6 McAfee School of Business Student Life ............................................................ 7 Administration 661-5360 Academic Policies .................................................. 9 M.B.A. Program Director 661-5366 Financial Policies .................................................11 E-mail [email protected] Graduation Policies and Requirements ............ 14 FAX 661-5366 The McAfee School of Business Graduate Studies in Education 661-5374 Administration ................................................ 16 M.A.Ed. Program Director 661-5374 M.B.A., Program Specific Policies ............... 18 E-mail [email protected] M.B.A., Course Descriptions........................ 18 M.Ed. Program Director 661-5374 E-mail [email protected] The School of Education and Ed.S.. Program Director 661-5483 Human Studies ................................................ 20 E-mail [email protected] M.A.Ed., Program Specific Policies ............. 21 FAX 661-5504 M.A.Ed., Course Descriptions ..................... 26 M.Ed., Program Specific Policies ................ 36 The School of Nursing 661-5200 M.Ed., Course Descriptions ......................... 37 M.S.N. Director 661-5325 The Teacher Education Program ..................39 E-mail [email protected] Ed.S., Program Specific Policies ..................42 FAX 661-5504 Ed.S., Course Descriptions ............................45 Bookstore, Lifeway 668-9492 The School of Nursing ........................................ 47 Business Services 668-1818 M.S.N., Program Specific Policies ............... 48 661-5298 M.S.N., Course Descriptions........................ 49 Computing Services Help Desk 661-5400 Advisory Boards ...................................................52 EMERGENCY (Campus Security) 661-5018 The Board of Trustees ..........................................54 Financial Aid (student loans) 661-5212 The President’s Advisory Council ......................55 Library 661-5070 Administration .....................................................56 Student Services 661-5100 Graduate Faculty...................................................57 Germantown Campus (Area Code 901) 2745 Hacks Cross Road Germantown, Tennessee 38138 The McAfee School of Business M.B.A. Director 624-1043 FAX 759-1197 E-mail [email protected] Graduate Studies in Education M.Ed. Director 759-3905 E-mail [email protected] FAX 759-1197 The School of Nursing M.S.N. Director 661-5235 E-mail [email protected] FAX 661-5504 AN OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY Statements of Purpose The University’s Goals Mission • To cultivate a Christian community which provides a person-centered, service-oriented approach to The mission of Union University, a higher educa- students, faculty, staff, alumni, and other constitu- tion institution of the Tennessee Baptist Convention, ents. is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education to students of qualified preparation and • To provide strong educational programs within a good character in ways consistent with the follow- highly respected academic environment. ing guiding principles. • To admit only students capable of successfully completing the educational expectations of Union Guiding Principles University. • Academics: Union University is committed prima- • To ensure that Union University remains sensitive rily to an undergraduate liberal arts education, to students' financial needs by remaining an af- including a required core curriculum of general fordable institution of higher education. education, and opportunities for specialization in • To increase enrollment and to provide additional selected professional areas. Union expects under- personnel services, facilities, and equipment to graduate students to demonstrate competency in meet the academic and personal needs of students. analytical skills and communication skills, knowl- • To provide the atmosphere and services associated edge of the cultural, social, historical, and scien- with a predominantly residential campus consis- tific aspects of life, and an understanding of their tent with the university's guiding principles. chosen area of specialization. Union also offers graduate programs in selected professional areas. • To foster Christian values, educate spiritual lead- Union expects graduate students to demonstrate ers, and provide services to the affiliated churches within their disciplines advanced knowledge and of the Tennessee Baptist Convention. skills. Graduates are expected to demonstrate both • To offer informational, artistic, and educational leadership and high performance. services in selected fields to the West Tennessee • Christian Values: Union University endeavors to community and beyond. give an articulate and vigorous witness to the (Adopted by the Faculty and the Board of Trustees, 1994) Christian faith as the unifying principle around which one relates learning to life. Each student is Accredited By encouraged to explore in depth the basis, mean- Union University is accredited by the Commission ing, and implications of his or her relationship to on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and God in Jesus Christ. A distinctive part of Union's Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097: purpose is the preparation of students for leader- Telephone 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate, ship positions in churches. masters and education specialist degrees. The Uni- • Development of the Whole Person: Union Uni- versity also has the following discipline-specific ac- versity defines the whole person under the sover- creditation: eignty of God to be a person of intellectual, spiri- National Association of Schools of Music tual, social, psychological, and physical dimen- The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commis- sions. By means of a holistic education process, sion Union University endeavors to approach students Teacher Education Program, Tennessee State Department from these perspectives, and to provide the atmo- of Education sphere, opportunities, and resources for students Tennessee Health Related Boards to know wholeness within the context of a community of learners. The University is a candidate for the following discipline-specific accreditation: • Personal Attention: Union University seeks to Council on Social Work Education practice the Christian faith by demonstrating National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Educa- thoughtfulness and concern for students and by tion giving personal attention to their needs, both in- side and outside the classroom. 3 Member Of West Tennessee College originated in the mid- 1840s when supporters of the Academy secured a American Association of Colleges of Nursing charter for a college and received an endowment American Association for Colleges of Teacher from the state to come from the sale of public lands. Education Under its charter, the property rights and gover- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and nance of the Jackson Male Academy were vested in Admissions Officers the trustees of the College. The College offered three Associations for Christians in Student

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